[Being called by the nickname twice in a row is still a little surprising, and Tonbokiri finds himself saying again only,]

Thank you.

[Shaking his head slightly at himself, he lifts his eyes, although his face still feels warm.]

If... If I may say so, I'm pleased, but surprised, that you feel that much closer to me after this one conversation...

I'm very glad that we had the chance to speak together at length today. Although I'm sorry that it came at the cost of your head being hit by a volleyball.

[Next time, it will be over drinks for sure. Far less risk of volleyballs there.]