[ Yeah, that's fair, but Kido ends up smiling a little anyways, half amusement but half something more genuine. ]

I prefer that, actually. People saying what they mean, instead of trying to hide it behind lies or twisting it around into something so convoluted you can't even tell what they're trying to say. Or even just clamming up and running away, that's annoying too.

[ The smile is no match for the irritation in Kido's voice. She hates people talking in circles for no reason! Kano!! ]