"Hm." Mizuki wondered whether it was backhanded compliment thrown in to placate him, but he decided for the moment that Rasu might just be artless enough to be honest.

He waved his hand to indicate he wasn't offended.

"You don't have to look so apologetic. I should be accustomed to your rather forward approach." He snorted softly and let the matter drop. If Rasu continued to press, Mizuki didn't want to have to admit what he really thought.

"In any case, I'm making the time now. Isn't that what really matters?"