"Um... May I at least know what I have done to deserve such an honor?" - Ramiel asked with the calmest tone he could muster. He also subtly accelerated his heartbeat and the movement of the mana molecules in his body to give the impression of concern. After all, he needed more than empty words and cleverness to deceive Alexia.
However, the woman seemed indifferent to his efforts and tricks. Saying more, he received an answer he hadn't quite expected.
"Shut up." - She snarled in annoyance, tightening her grip on the former hunter's wrists.
Her apodictic and harsh tone gave him a clear indication to sit quietly and not interfere with what she was doing.
With a heavy sigh in thought, Ramiel momentarily decided to play the role of the docile lamb. To this purpose, he tilted his head slightly, giving the woman better access to his neck.