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[X] Biscuits.

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There are only a few fairy maids left at the library. Grey gives them a smile and a nod as he passes by. The floor has been cleared up, and the books are neatly on the shelves. Looks like the place will be back to normal in a few more hours. A glance at one of the windows tells him that it is late afternoon.

"Tea and biscuits for the lady," Grey says.

"Thank you," Patchouli says. She doesn't raise her head.

"Looks like the maids are almost done with their work."

"I believe so. They are used to tasks like cleaning and repairs. Unfortunately, they aren't very helpful for anything more complicated."

"I see," he says. He takes a seat beside Patchouli.

She takes a sip of tea without taking her eyes off her book.

"Koakuma will be here shortly," she says. "She finished earlier than I expected."

Grey remembers meeting Koakuma at the library during his first day.

"Hmm, wasn't she a bit clumsy at her work?"

Patchouli flips a page of her book before replying.

"She still is," she says. "Despite that, she always tries her best. She is a good familiar and companion."

She looks at Grey thoughtfully.

"In fact, I believe she is trying even harder the past couple of days. I wonder why?"

Grey maintains a poker face. He takes a bite out of his biscuit as he shrugs.

"..."

He hears the sound of footsteps from behind. He turns around to greet the newcomer.

"You summoned me, Mistress? I -"

Koakuma's eyes widen as she sees Grey. She loses her balance in surprise.

"Kyaaa~!"

Koakuma closes her eyes as she braces for the impact. Grey jumps from his seat and manages to catch her. It takes a few moments for her to realize she hasn't hit the ground. She opens her eyes.

"Are you alright?" Grey asks.

"Y-yes, thank you."

She quickly stands up on her own.

"Have some tea with us," Patchouli says. She is calmly reading as she speaks. "You've worked hard today."

"T-thank you, Mistress!" Koakuma says. Though she is blushing furiously, she has a very bright smile on her face.

They each take a seat beside Patchouli.

Grey can probably talk about one or two things.
[ ] Ask Koakuma about her day.
[ ] Ask Koakuma about the attack on the library.
[ ] Ask Koakuma about other incidents near the mansion.
[ ] Ask Patchouli about the youkai beasts.
[ ] Ask Patchouli about the mansion defenses.
[ ] Ask Patchouli about invoking spirits, and if you can borrow the book.
[ ] Talk about something else. (Specify)
[ ] Custom