[As he stretches his arms out away from his person he glances over to the groups and sees their evident relief, their calm and laughter as the worst case scenario slowly becomes a thought of the past. Tenka smiles– that's what he likes to see, smiles all around.
And apparently Takenaka-san thinks so too, Tenka muses with another stretch.] Pff, repay me? I'll have you know I thrive on compliments well enough. [Because he IS impressive, right? Tenka chuckles and produces his fan from the folds of his sleeves.] After all, the esteemed head of our ancient shrine should—
[Tenka's hand drops his fan, surges to his shoulder and clamps down hard as he goes still.] Nn.
[Flickers of pain and discomfort wrinkle his brow, so subtle and brief one might think he was unaware of it. the passing of it comes and goes like a breeze, and eventually his smile returns, albeit small and humble.] ...Hah.
It seems even I know when to push my limits! But what matters now is the job is done, hm?
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And apparently Takenaka-san thinks so too, Tenka muses with another stretch.] Pff, repay me? I'll have you know I thrive on compliments well enough. [Because he IS impressive, right? Tenka chuckles and produces his fan from the folds of his sleeves.] After all, the esteemed head of our ancient shrine should—
[Tenka's hand drops his fan, surges to his shoulder and clamps down hard as he goes still.] Nn.
[Flickers of pain and discomfort wrinkle his brow, so subtle and brief one might think he was unaware of it. the passing of it comes and goes like a breeze, and eventually his smile returns, albeit small and humble.] ...Hah.
It seems even I know when to push my limits! But what matters now is the job is done, hm?