"Hmm...perhaps she just needs a moment to lay her head down...
Though I would be curious if this is a tell tale sign of that...other side of hers awakening soon. Hmm..."
"She's...asleep? How curious..."
Es hummed softly, wondering if this was because of a lack of sleep or something else...
"Mh, I should be cautious...if Noir is asleep, this Doctor may be on our trail, I should move her..."
"Well...if you're that nervous about my potential capture...mh, very well, I'll remain by your side-Oh!"
Her eyes widened as she felt Noir fall right into her arms, quickly catching her.
"N-Noir...are you alright?"
“Of course… I do not wish for hard to come to you…”
Noir would proceed to open her mouth as if she had more to say… only to suddenly collapse right into Es’ embrace without any warning!
"Oh? Do...you think she might, use me...to get to you...? I can assure you I am not easily captured...
But...it warms my heart to know that you're this concerned about me.
Mh, if you'd like...I could remain close to you if you fear for my safety."
"I am unsure... However, I do not wish to end up getting you involved..."
Noir was concerned what the Doctor might end up doing if she actually ended up with hands on Es, seeing Es' status as a Guardian.
Noir would remain silent for a few moments...
"I know this female doctor who says that she is using the information about how I work to further improve robotics for humanity in this period... but I am unsure as to if I can actually believe her words..."
"I truly don't know what to say..."
Es continued to blink, her lips parted but no words. Once she snapped back to reality she glanced back at Bridget.
"I'll have to repay you for this as well..."
Bridget’s smile grew wider, showing more brightness within it.
“Heh heh, you’re welcome!
If not many would help you take a break, then I better make sure every second counts.”
"You would spend time with me just so I can take a break from the the Azure..."
Es blinked in surprise as she took a moment to process this.
"Not many would do that for me...mh...thank you Bridget..."
“Oh.,,”
For a moment, Bridget frowned with her, thinking for a few moments before her smile came back with confidence, and soon taking another bite.
“In that case, we better use this and every chance we get together as much as we can! You deserve a break every once in a while.”
"That is true...much of my time has been eaten up by guarding the Azure..."
Es frowned as she dug in for another scoop, eventually doing the same for Bridget.
"To be honest it often makes me feel like...I miss out on things..."
“We’ve been pretty busy with what we have to do daily. It even gets a bit much at times.”
Once another piece was scooped, Bridget took it into her mouth when it was offered again.
“But seeing you and other people makes it worth it in the end.”
"Splendid..."
Es' smile began to grow as she moved in a bit closer, digging into the pudding once more, taking a bite herself before scooping another peice for Bridget.
"I'm looking forward to the walk...we haven't had much time to spend time together..."
The bounty hunter nodded, keeping her smile on her face while looking at the guardian scoot closer.
“Sure! I’d love to spend more time with you, Es.
A walk sounds pretty relaxing right now too, so I don’t mind it at all!”
"Splendid...afterwards, would you like to go on a walk...I'd like to spend more time with you, Bridget..."
The guardian hummed softly, scooting a big closer to the bounty hunter, leaning against her a little.
"Is that...alright?"
“…”
Bridget’s eyes slightly widened before putting on a smile as well, giggling after taking a bite.
“In that case, let’s eat it together. We both deserve it.”
What actually did happen was Noir had ended up sneaking into Es' bed last night and falling asleep there, appearing to feel quite safe with the Guardian.
"I didn't...but I wanted to..."
Es hummed softly, placing the spoon within her mouth to let her take a bite.
"If it is a treat you desire...you and I shall share it together..."
The guardian gave a small smile.
Once Bridget had sat down, Es dug a piece of her pudding into the spoon before moving it over to Bridget's mouth, bring the spoon right up to her lips.
"Please open your mouth..."
Es slowly stirred awake she rubbed her eyes, only to feel the weight of another beside her...
"Hm? Who could-Ah..."
The Guardian blinked as she saw Noir sleeping there, a soft hum escaped her lips as she secured her blanket a bit better around her.
"A snack you desire as well? Hmm..."
Es thought to herself for a moment, thinking hard about what she could offer Bridget in return before her eyes widened as her idea had perked up, the Guardian sat down on a nearby bench, patting the side next to her for Bridget to join.
“Hmmm…”
The bounty hunter tapped her cheek in thought for a moment before coming up with an idea.
“Okay! Since I gave you pudding, you should treat me with something for a snack too.”