"Likewise." He doesn't keep Shinji's hand hostage for long, fortunately. "Do you three live nearby here? My partner and I just moved over here to be closer to some friends. We should have you over sometime. I promise, there are places to hide in my house too, just like the bar," he teased warmly with a grin.

"If you don't want to talk to us, you can always talk to our kitten, Azure. She likes people who don't like other people."