"Yes, good point. I'm just known to be rather cynical in my observations. I have several friends who are more of the 'optimists' in our group."

Teddie, Rise... even Kanji sometimes could be able to get her out of a funk when she felt herself being dragged down.

At Deuce's statement, Naoto's smile softened all the more. She was a very sweet girl, wasn't she?

"I appreciate the offer. Depending on the circumstances, I may take you up on that..."

Her shoes were still horribly squishy, after all. But... Naoto was a person of curiousity, and couldn't help but ask.

"Where are you from, exactly? I am from the country of Japan myself; currently residing in a small town known as Inaba. Does that ring any bells to you?"