Retsu stood at the front entrance of Seijirou's home, her movements formal now that her professional facade was fully restored.
She smiled at Seijirou and executed a perfect, shallow bow.
"Thank you for the meal, Seijirou," she said, her voice courteous and entirely devoid of the previous intimacy. "I will compile a detailed report for your mother regarding your physical condition and send it to her tonight. Please remember to refrain from heavy exertion."
"Will do, Retsu," Seijirou replied easily, standing at the door. "And also, do inform your grandfather that if I have time, I would love to meet him."
"Understood."
She then gave him a brief, almost clinical smile, said her final goodbyes, and turned to leave.
Seijirou watched from the doorway as she walked through the outer gates, but just before she was completely out of sight, she paused, turned back, and offered him a final, fleeting wave.
He waved his hand back, and Retsu smiled before disappearing from his view.
