[ She was about to protest against the comment about taking things too literally, that she would have given it her best anyway, but he moved on too quickly for her to even get a word in. More than that the look in his eyes when she glanced back at him quieted the words in her throat, inciting a faint blush that she tried to hide instead. ]

Pumpkin soup... I don't think I've had it before. [ Not when most everyone among her companions had a fondness for seafood instead, much to the dismay of some. But listening to him talk about it did give her a vague idea... ]

As for extra sugar, it does give you energy but you can't overdo it either. [ Especially if Hana had any hand in preparing his meals, she could still vividly recall the cookies. ] More importantly, are you sure it's not just that you like them that much?