( why not believe this horribly weakened child with a blatantly sharpened shovel? she is the epitome of trustworthiness.

but kurumi nods, gripping the wooden handle tight. )

I am, yeah- we were together before all this and... well. We weren't in a great place and I'm the best fighter.

( even if they are trying to step up now. )

I'm Kurumi Ebisuzawa. It's nice to meet you, Baldr-san.

( notably, her pronunciation's perfect. )