[despite missing the tension in the other's shoulders, the change in atmosphere is as noticeable as stepping on a tack. Hinata's foot freezes in its attempts to jab Nic into movement; if he looks any more confused, it could perhaps be attributed to Nic's choice in excuse.]
So plug your nose.
[-- after a pause, his own expression pinching briefly in bemusement before continuing. a good thing Nic couldn't hear tone, he leaned too heavily on concerned.]
No, really. What's up? They don't ask questions, if that's what you're worried about.
[though he couldn't imagine why Nic would be worried about that.]
no subject
So plug your nose.
[-- after a pause, his own expression pinching briefly in bemusement before continuing. a good thing Nic couldn't hear tone, he leaned too heavily on concerned.]
No, really. What's up? They don't ask questions, if that's what you're worried about.
[though he couldn't imagine why Nic would be worried about that.]