There's a quiet, "Hn," as Ren seems to chuckle to himself as Futaba doubles back for the gift. Making his way over to the kitchen, he got his brew started, thinking of how best to explain what was going on.

"I think it's safe to say she's added a new key item to her inventory," and yes, he seems to be perfectly serious when he says it, though he's smiling. Adjusting his glasses, they start to take on some of the steam as the water he's keeping an eye on comes to a boil.

"She may just need a few minutes but, as you saw..." Bathroom buddy, indeed. Heh.