[Ah, warm clothing …he takes them with a grateful smile.]

Then I would happily take anything you may offer.

[He is watching his step for any trouble, but he is pleased to see him walking with little difficulty. Ah, perhaps being out of the rain has made him feel better, that’s good.]

[His question gives him a little pause before he shakes his head.]

I do not mind. I am certain …whatever you may wish to do will be remarkably softer than what I am used to.

[And with those cryptic words, Mayoi will slip out to head into the bathroom.]