[ The little return nudge makes her smile, and she lifts the cup of tea to her lips, smiling into it as she takes a sip.

It's warm. ]

Y'know, I really believe you when you say you won't let me rest. I bet if I don't follow through quick enough, you'll even bite.

[ Figuratively speaking, that is. Though she doesn't doubt that Maika also bites (real). ]