[ She nods to him as he approaches. ]

That's very kind of you, Shinji.

[ She's sure the locals appreciate any help they can get. It's a wonderful occurrence that they have wild, living plants in the city at all. Ensuring that they remain safe will no doubt contribute to make this city appear more... homey. Green. And less artificial. ]

...Ah, and, yes. There are... traces of energy within it. It matches that of the barrier.