[The squeeze was a gentle reminder to keep himself in check- which likely wasn't the intention but it inspired the desired results nonetheless. The subject was being dropped faster than the shares of his rival companies after a previous press release. Whatever he had planned for his antagonists would take time to set up, ideally everyone would have time to forget the threats he issued. Let them think he had forgotten, but if there was one thing Seto Kaiba didn't let go of, it was a grudge] Considering that many locations are empty shells, I'm not optimistic that we'll find anything of worth- but there is still a possibility.

[So far things seemed to be proceeding smoothly, but he didn't exactly have anything to compare this to. Ann looked pleased, and was still remaining close so apparently he hadn't done anything to dissuade her yet. Although he had a good feeling about this, he didn't want anything to mess it up. Maybe he should have scouted the location ahead of time to ensure that it was truly safe- but then it would defeat the whole concept of exploring together wouldn't it? Besides, unless the flowers shot poison barbs, they should be fine.

What id they do shoot poison barbs?.]

Really. [He affirmed, placing a hand to hers. It was with the intention of removing her hold, so he could continue to draw closer to the foreign foliage in order to further inspect it, however her questions distracted him.. so it just prolonged the contact. Once again his compulsive behavior to remain in the know could benefit him in this area. He made a point to approach anyone he didn't already recognize to at least get an idea of who else was trapped in this mess. There were only a few that had escaped his notice currently residing here. Somewhat ironically as Ann was allowing herself to fixate on him and the date in general, he was trying to focus more on tasks. It didn't always work.. but somehow work made it easier to remain more in control of his emotions.] Undoubtedly. I can understand some of the subjects selected but not all of them... [Going on that experiment theory, which could be close to the truth] Next best, I mean, I'm already here. [Uh- maybe that was too much boasting. Should he have said that she is the best addition to the void? The fact that he mentally didn't shoot down the idea immediate forced a bit of color to his cheeks. Starting to feel the beginnings of being flustered, he resumed removing her grip on him and gently released her hand.]

Stay here. I want a closer look, but if there's something off about those plants there's no sense in both of us being exposed.