apologies. i’ve had business to attend to.

my, you’ve been handling quite a few. you’re getting paid well, i hope.

( then again, they know he’s never really been the type to even take a form of payment, his morals usually decide. )

a coffee break sure is deserved, then.

( suspect spotted. )

you.

( in the blink of an eye, the detective rushed the paranormal investigator. they’d tightly grip the collar of his shirt, effortlessly raising him into the air before slamming him against the concrete wall. )

the alchemist. talk.

( walking with brisk pace, a finger raising to push up their glasses. )

i take it you’ve been busy with some investigations on your plate? how are those going?

( hands resting into their pockets. eyes staring forward. )

i see. it’s good to see you’re handling all of it well. keep your resolve, yuma, it’s one of your greatest strengths.

( walking past him now, only a few feet before turning to look over their shoulder. a gesture for him to follow along. )

i’m on my way to grab some coffee. want to join?

( offering a small smile. they can be friendly, sometimes. it’s easier around someone like him, for sure though.

hand resting atop their waist, eyes looking down to him. )

that does seem to be my name, yes. how have you been?