[It is that bad if you ask him. Akechi wheezes briefly, letting Ren take the bottle without struggle and coughing into his hand, anything to alleviate the burning. At least he doesn't have to worry about confusing vodka for water, because holy shit, could the difference not be starker.]

I'm fine, [he grits out, snatching one of the empty mugs Ren has scattered around his room and moving straight to the bathroom to first rinse, then fill with water. He at least knows not to let himself get too dehydrated, even if water from a suspicious sink tap doesn't taste all that much better, comparatively speaking.]

This is why adults mix it with whatever shit they can find, I suppose.

[Ugh. He takes a sip of water from his cup and shakes his head.]

Your experiment would hold more value if there was something to disguise the taste, but I suppose this will do for now.