*Melody's shock is not surprising, considering what she saw in the memory room not long ago. Kurapika feels a stab of guilt for causing it, having not considered giving her a proper warning - he had just been so excited for her to meet Pairo. He tries conveying his emotions through his eyes - a mix of bewilderment, acceptance, sadness and joy at the situation, but he knows that Melody will be able to read him with her ears instead of her eyes. His eyes narrow just slightly as a warning for her not to give anything away, but greets her amicably in his next breath.*

I'd like you to meet Pairo. He's my childhood friend I grew up together with.

*The words are mostly for Pairo's sake, so he can follow their interaction. He squeezes the young boy's hand back.*

Do you mind if we come in for a bit?