Tatsuki can read the befuddlement in the man's eyes clear as day. That is easy enough to understand. His sudden appearance had startled the youngster, the dropped bowl evidence of such an assessment, however it is what he sees as he glances away, as his eyes fall to the broken dinning ware, that has the shinigami somewhere between confused and concerned. [i]'There is clearly more to what he is thinking than a simple deflection of blame'[/i] The man then turns away, a half finished sentence trailing off into what is obviously not the end to said sentence.

[i]'Humans are very confusing when I can not cheat. I really want to know what is bothering him, however I am unsure if I should wait and ask again later, or if I should confront him now, when he has already clearly thinking of it. What he was about to say there, I am sure he was so close. . .'[/i] His eyes travel around the room, his strong urge to cheat racing through his veins. The, he is approaching, coming close, wanting to pass. It is the moment for his decision, he must pick his trail now or permanently leave one forever unwalked. . .

Tatsuki has confidence in many things, there not being much in this world he can not do, or at least handle. However, in this moment, that confidence wavers, and with a sigh he shifts. [i]'I will not give in, but I must not be forceful. I have, I pray, a touch of his confidence, however I am no close friend and such boldness as to block his path and demand an answer is out of the scope of whatever relation I have with him at this time'[/i] His eyes drop and he moves out of the way, however before Shigetoshi can get completely past the farrier of souls brings up a hand and places it against Shigetoshi's shoulder gently, halting his forward movement.

He looks deep into the young innkeepers eyes, his own expression soft, and honest. “I know there is more to what is happening between us than you are willing to speak of right now Shigetoshi-kun, but it is not my place to force the information from your lips. I have agreed to speak honestly and openly with you, and I pray that before we part ways you will sit with me and tell me what it is causing your heart such unrest.” He blinks slowly, a smile coming to his lips. “I am not easily offended, I having forgotten the last time such an emotion has crossed my heart, and I promise on those who came before in my line that no matter what you have to say to me about this, I will think no less fondly of you til the end of my days on this earth.” Having said his bit Tatsuki drops his hand back down, pressing his hands to his legs as he bows low and takes his leave of the young innkeeper.