Kaneki walked past her before quickly turning back, realizing that she seemed lost. He pondered whether he should help before deciding that he couldn't ignore someone in need... especially in this city. ❝Hey! Need some directions?❞ He asked once he caught up to her.

Kaneki was left confused as he looked at the Investigator. He couldn't think of anything to say— what a strange way to meet someone again.

❝It's nothing to worry about, it's fine. It happens—?❞ Kaneki replied, trying to make the situation... less awkward. He's more surprised to see the Investigator again. ❝Small world, huh?❞ He's starting to feel nervous. After all, she almost caught him... eating.

An odd and terrible first impression from Kaneki— For once, he's not up to anything dangerous. It's important for the half-ghoul to keep himself sane or at least try to... ❝Just strolling around. What about you?❞

❝Have we—? Sorry, I've just gotten used to this... I didn't even realize.❞ Kaneki apologized, he couldn't help but feel a little embarrassed about it. ❝I am... it's just been nice not having to worry so much.❞

❝Ah— that makes sense. I was a little worried I've been bothering you with these coffee breaks. Work can be overwhelming at times...❞ After hearing her question, he paused for a moment. ❝I've... been distant from them. You're the only one I do this with nowadays.❞

Seeing Dawn get serious all of a sudden surprised Kaneki for a moment. He has a good excuse right—? To push everyone away and be alone... It's what the Half-Ghoul thought to himself before giving his friend a nod. ❝I don't mind. Go ahead.❞ He replied softly.

Good morning.

Tired. . .

𝗜𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻'𝘁 𝗯𝗲— 𝘀𝗵𝗲'𝘀 𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲? 𝗜𝘀 𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗴𝗵𝗼𝘀𝘁? 𝗜𝘁 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝗹𝗲𝗲𝗽. . . ❝𝙍𝙞𝙯𝙚...?❞

❝Hey, Hinami! How have you been?❞ Kaneki asked cheerfully, he's clearly excited to see her. It's been a while after all.