Pfff-- [Do you really want "a hand" from Blue right now, gripping his sides and snickering at the scene?]

I think she likes you, [He comments helpfully, unhelpfully biting his bottom lip in a piss-poor attempt to hold back the incorrigible grin breaking out regardless. When Akechi jumps away from her, though, he finally takes a step forward. This guy had a real temper, and he didn't want the poor Girafirig getting swatted.] Hey, come on, don't be mean--

[Blue steps over and reaches a hand out for the young giraffe to sniff at, fingers balled, and then gives an encouraging stroke over her long nose.] See? You never know, Akechi-kun~ Maybe you'd be a great trainer if you tried it!