[ To be honest, Aerith thinks he's adorable like this. It's a little like bothering one of her mother's former co-workers, who handled the construction business much more like a mob family than anything. While Kogane gives them both a once over (and seems much more interested in Kim—), Aerith hums politely. A swath of pastels are unrolled towards them with a skittering sound; the spider-woman's unraveled several yards for their ease. A light yellow catches Aerith's eye, the little rainbow glitters reflecting back strongly despite how small they are.

She watches Kim out of the corner of her eye for a moment. As for the business' proprietor, she disappears into the back, mumbling something about how she'll be behind the counter. Thankfully, it's several feet away from the duo. ]

Sorry. [ Eventually, she offers him that, softly. She hopes the youkai does not hear them. ] You said you weren't bothered by spiders, right? But, to tell you the truth, even I got a little scared at first. But she's nice. Really, she is, I promise. Best prices around, too!

[ A beat. ]

Best seamstress in town, too, I think... You know, I bet she would make you something special for the parade if you ask?