[ He freezes for a moment, trying to think back on all the times that these things backfired on him; begrudgingly staring down at the floor before saying anything. ]
...which time?
[ He can't even deny it when she puts it that way. ]
[ She continues smiling up at him and doesn't say anything. For a moment, she considers letting Mikoto stew in silence, but she's no where near that mean. ]
Try your hardest, Mikorin! I'm sure you can someday do it without being embarrassed!
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...which time?
[ He can't even deny it when she puts it that way. ]
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Every time? Do you remember when you were asked to go to a mixer? Or the time you were asked to help the Art Club?
[ Does she need to go on? ]
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Those...
[ And is he shaking? ]
T-those were just misunderstandings!!
[ Right, keep telling yourself that. ]
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Try your hardest, Mikorin! I'm sure you can someday do it without being embarrassed!
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I n-never said I was embarrassed! It was more about being put-off, put-off!
[ The clearing of his throat, Mikoto turning away for a moment. ]
Anyway...I don't know a lot about this place but if you have any questions I'll help you, you know, because you're my friend.