“Yes mam... ” Hanae would usually be more defiant towards the teachers, especially newbies. She loved to be mean towards them and test their patience. Today though, she had no energy to do so. The child turned to her brother and raised her hands, asking for a carry in which Hiroshi instantly lifted her into his arms. As soon as her head was resting on his shoulder, she fell asleep without any trouble.
Smiling faintly, Hiroshi gave her back a rub then bowed at Hanako, grateful that she was able to take care of his sibling well enough until he got here.
However, when he turned to leave, he didn’t expect his sleeved to be pulled like that. He winced a little when he fabric brushed against his stitches but he tried his best to hide it.
“Oh-- if it’s just one question then I don’t mind answering it now... but... maybe you can change numbers if the question is long? I’ve got to take this one to the hospital...”
He raised an eyebrow, finding it a little strange someone was worried for him even though they barely knew each other.