VIDEO 016 。

[libraria]

[ Nodoka doesn't look all that happy. In fact, she looks devestated beyond words. She tries to ignore how upset she looks but forcing a weak and rather pathetic smile onto her face. It's hard and she doesn't quite manage it, but the effort is obvious. ]

It's Christmas soon! Ah, um, I... I've delivered my presents early, if anyone is shocked to find

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[sweeperesque]

[Saya manages a smile for Nodoka. She seems more than a few bits tired, but she'll mask it as best she can for the girl.]

Thanks, Nodoka. I really appreciate your gift. It served as quite the pick-me-up.

[libraria]

[ Nodoka's the same, but that doesn't stop her worrying for her friend. ]

I'm glad, Saya! [ She still seems a little apprehensive about not using an honourific. ] Are... Are you okay?

[sweeperesque]

[At that, Saya genuinely laughs. Man, she must really suck at pretending. Moving some stray hair behind her ear, she musters up another grin.]

Seen better days, but I'll manage. How about you?

[libraria]

[ Nodoka watches her carefully, but smiles softly in return. ]

I'm okay! Nothing to worry about here.

[sweeperesque]

... you sure? You seem kinda tired. I mean, everyone is right now, but... still.

[libraria]

I... I think it's just a little, ah... Difficult? B-Because of the curse?