He made a small sound, a whimper and covered it with a cough. Past that he was more interested in the new kimono. Following the shopkeeper, Kuronue almost crooned when he saw it. "Oh yes," he said, touching the collar gently. His nails, while pretending to be human, were still oddly long, but not as sharp.

"Perfect. I want them both." He looked up at the shopkeeper. "And I want your card as well." He smiled at Yukimura, thanking him.