Bearclaw Valley mercury in retrograde

Happiness flooded into his chest as she was clearly hoping him to stay. Finally, after their moment, he acknowledged the other's presence with subtle eye contact. Not wanting to piss off this strangely intimidating leader with even more disrespect. He nodded with understanding, and a brief moment a thankful expression flashed over his face. 

"Thank you," He mumbled, best he could. His articulations jumped, poorly expressing what he was trying to say. Akuma didn't care to repeat it though, not wanting to sound even more idiotic.