[It frightens him how easily she can read him. The only other person who can see through him is Hana. He knows from Hana that smiles can be genuine, or they can be a mask. Looking her in the eye, he prays that isn't a mask... but he's not sure. Uai is better at hurting people than reading them.

He welcomes the distraction. Looking at the food skewers, Uai relaxes somewhat.]

Really? We used to make these on the beach back home. [He offers his best smile. If he smiles enough, it's bound to become natural eventually.

Though Uai tells himself he learned the 'maskedsmile' trick from Hana, it's actually been his life strategy.]

And... I'm not afraid, or anything. Your family is great. And you're not scary. [The choice for teasing words helps him slip into a stronger smile.] Unless there's something you aren't telling me.