[That comment earns Motochika something relatively rare; a proper frown sent his way. There is a certain sharpness to Mitsuhide's voice when he speaks next, even though the slight flush in his cheeks betrays other feelings:]

Lord Motochika, this is hardly the time for such inappropriate talk.

[He sighs again, voice growing softer again afterwards.]

Takumi found one of the pets that escaped the petting zoo: a guinea pig. Unfortunately the poor thing is terrified of him, and while I kept it calm for a short while, things have gotten out of hand now.

[Mitsuhide steps past Motochika, looks around, and begins to chase after Takumi down the corridor.]