[ Of course, for a moment Kokomi isn't really sure why Gorou's eyes are watering; in fact it's not until he explains the story that she gets it, and she can't help but laugh, a bright and warm sound on her lips that, while definitely at his expense, is far from mean-spirited or unkind. It's really just as simple as that she can imagine it too clearly, can see in her mind's eye the unhappy, puckered look on his face as the taste of the fruit spreads through his mouth. ]

It is true that lavender melon does have quite a... unique taste. [ She can't stop giggling; at this rate she can only hope that he understands her intent, that he can see she does intend cruelty by laughing. ] But I think in the case of this taiyaki, the custard and pastry work together to subdue its sharpness. [ Her giggles finally subside, and she offers him a bright smile. ] I enjoy this more than I anticipated. Perhaps we should purchase some more before the festival's end to take back to Watatsumi Island with us? Although I am sure they are much better when they are fresh like this...

[ She's lost in thought deeply enough that the next firework makes her jump, laughing in the next moment at her own expense as she shakes her head, her eyes turning to the sky, and the taiyaki temporarily forgotten. ]

Is the main event due to start soon? Or are there more things we should be doing first?