[Whoa, a little jump there, isn't he? Perona almost thinks she's been found out, taking a careful step back as her muscles tense up. Thankfully, they relax a moment after and her sugary smile is back on her face. Peony is wise to be on guard, though she's curious about just what he was avoiding, or thinking would show up, to startle him so much. She'll have to play her cards right to not spook him any more. She may miss out on her last meal of the night.]

Ehe, you wear your good time rather obviously, Peony-san. Do you need an escort home? It'd be no trouble at all...