[The grip slackens, but that could be from shock at seeing a friend, or surprise at seeing an enemy. He can't tell which one it is, so it's better to work on the presumption that Akechi still thinks he's infiltrating the Phantom Thieves undetected.
It's just real hard to muster up a smile when he's faced with the guy who shot his best friend in the head - even if he got better.]
H-hey!
[At least the stutter could easily be explained away by cold. He will, however, quickly drop Akechi's hand and take a step back.]
no subject
It's just real hard to muster up a smile when he's faced with the guy who shot his best friend in the head - even if he got better.]
H-hey!
[At least the stutter could easily be explained away by cold. He will, however, quickly drop Akechi's hand and take a step back.]
When did you get here?