Ramza's cryptic answer first met with befuddlement, if only to eventually elicit an equally subtle smile on the cadet's face. He would let the other think whatever he wanted, unashamed of his feelings unless teased about them like some tended to do.

Indeed, the attention of all had been directed toward the flyers, leaving the streets even emptier than they used to be on such a slow day of the week. Small talk had never been one of the boy's strong points, but neither was it Ace's intention to distance himself from his new workmate, so an attempt would soon be made.

"... So, have you gotten used to the paperwork yet?"