[ yeah, that's a bit much to expect of 6. he's more of a bystander — an observer, even. but 37 is quick to disappear into the racks, weaving her way between the colours with a stubborn pout on her face, and 6 is not in such a hurry, pausing alongside accelerator as they step inside. ]

I owe you an apology. [ he has at least that much sense. ] It was not my intention to cause conflict.

[ he thought it was like, a he's old thing, not an accelerator hates friends thing. it makes him feel a little bad for 37, who had clearly gotten her hopes up. ]

She has gone through great losses, and there is still much for her to learn, but...

[ most importantly: ]

She clearly appreciates your company, so I made an inappropriate assumption.