[She's still holding her sword, unsure what to do with it, when she turns and notices Jade's approach. Seeing his smile, her grin appears quickly as Rukia turns to face him, returning the salute. Were they in private, she'd probably just laugh and slap his arm away to insist there's no need for that kind of formality. But as long as she's out in a place where her words and actions can be seen by other members of her company, she appreciates the sign of respect for what it is, even if she doubts he's all that serious about it.]
Thank you, Major Curtiss.
[Just because he left the army doesn't mean he's been stripped of his rank! She lowers her arm, relaxing subtly even as she maintains her proud, straight posture.]
I'm pleased you were able to make the journey. How are you feeling?
[More specifically, how is his face? She did kind of clock him in the jaw at one point, after all. Fortunately for Jade, her regret for hitting him at least prevents her from taking hold of his chin to examine him for injuries as she might normally attempt.]
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Thank you, Major Curtiss.
[Just because he left the army doesn't mean he's been stripped of his rank! She lowers her arm, relaxing subtly even as she maintains her proud, straight posture.]
I'm pleased you were able to make the journey. How are you feeling?
[More specifically, how is his face? She did kind of clock him in the jaw at one point, after all. Fortunately for Jade, her regret for hitting him at least prevents her from taking hold of his chin to examine him for injuries as she might normally attempt.]