[Makoto looked up quietly as Quentin took a seat across from him and took another hesitant sip of his tea before speaking.]

A ride, huh... That fits. I shouldn't be here either. I tried to talk to Lady Pheme at the palace but was swiftly denied. I just hope my friends are okay without me.

[He wasn't afraid for their safety per se. Togami-kun and Kirigiri-san could take care of themselves far better than he could. But with the future foundation expecting his arrest and possible execution... He didn't know what they'd do. Letting a sigh, he closed his eyes briefly before smiling gently at Quentin.]

I'm not a huge fan of this tea but the cakes are good! You should have one. I'm Naegi Makoto.