"That's right, isn't it? And if it comes to blows, surely we'll all resolve it." Perhaps that was coming on a little too strong. He didn't really mean blows. He really should have said something like 'tempers flaring' but what was said was said and there wasn't any need to take it back.

Soujirou's smile didn't change one bit.

"Overworking yourself when it's too hot doesn't do anyone any good."

It was only then that he focused on the person speaking to him. Just the slight turn in his body, like an antennae subtly being tuned.