[And forward-dated to tomorrow morning, post-virus, all responses video.]

[stripping]

[The video clicks on to show a rabbit apparently sitting at Issei's desk, ears drooped. Most rabbits aren't that shade of blue, however, and certainly none in Issei's world are. It lets out a soft little whimper.]

I can't even apologize to Haruto like this...

[Oh, hey, subtitles. That's helpful, especially considering that rabbits don't say

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[truthinfortune]

Let me guess... Akako-san got jealous of you, too?

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[There's a small nod, and another small whimper.]

And the virus wore off. Which is good, I suppose...

[truthinfortune]

Virus...? Oh, yes! It made you... think that you were in a previous relationship with Hakuba, correct?

[Worried Naoto is worried.]

Um... is this the kind of spell where you need someone to kiss you?

[stripping]

And Koizumi, but that's really not the point. It would be awkward if it were just that, but I think my actual significant other was hurt by this.

[Headshake, and something closer to a growl this time.]

It should wear off later, I think. Kissing would likely make the overall problem worse.

[truthinfortune]

Erm, yes. You're "real" boyfriend. I hope you'll be able to explain things to him.

[Looking a bit panicked there.]

I was just checking, that's all! I glad that you won't be stuck this way for long. Even if you do look absolutely adorable.

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I hope so as well - a-adorable? *squeak*

[No, really, that squeak is actually subtitled as "*squeak*".]

Why do people keep saying that?

[truthinfortune]

Because small, fluffy animals are inherently cute? Like puppies, kittens, hamsters, or guinea pigs.

Um, just to make sure... Do you have food and water in an easily accessible place? I don't want to see you go hungry while you wait to change back.

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Not when you are one of them.

My brother put out a bowl for me, so I should be fine. It's not the most appetizing meal I've ever had, but I can manage.

[truthinfortune]

...it's better than being a frog, I'm sure. At least you don't have to worry about dying if your skin dries out.

Well, carrots and lettuce are quite good, and they can be consumed by rabbits. Didn't you say you had a garden? Do you grow vegetables?

[stripping]

Yes, that's something.

We have a few vegetables in addition to the flowers, but I can't really wash them, and while this could be a fascinating exercise in how rabbit germs affect humans, I'd rather just eat what I'm brought.

[truthinfortune]

I understand.

Um... if it means anything to you, Issei-san, I'm sorry that this had to happen to you. I think... Akako-san's anger was at least partly justified toward me, but you were under the effects of a virus, so... you really aren't to blame for your actions.

[stripping]

[Issei sighs quietly, ears drooping down again.]

Koizumi will probably forgive me in due time, so it isn't her that I'm worrying about having hurt. But thank you for the reassurance.

[truthinfortune]

Um... yes.

[Looking rather dismayed.] I just wish there was... something more I could do. Because... you're my friend...

[stripping]

It's really all right. The concern is enough.

[truthinfortune]

[Nods head.]

Chin up, Issei-san. Things will get better. "Time heals all wounds."

[stripping]

I hope you're right.