"I think you'll find I'm digging into my well of creativity on your behalf." Senku taunted back, just as easily because it was easy to tease Gen. He probably knew him too well for it to be any other way.

"First I have to secure you." Senku moved slowly this time, each step seeming like a threat or a promise. The first thing he did was put one hand on Gen's other side and dipped down to swirl his tongue over that new scar. He saw it Gen. They'd talk about it more later.

"And since you seem so relaxed like that, I think I'm feeling...inspired."