Kuronue hadn't stopped smiling in the least. Slipping and arm around Yukimura's waist, he settled, watching the two of them while he sipped at his tea. "You did a great thing for us Mamechiho. I'm grateful."

He nodded, and then widened his eyes. "Oh, if you'd like to open your gifts now, you may. One is an apology for my being absent, the other is just because I can."