[b]Alexei[/b]

Kotori's reply was an affirmation to his own answer. He had mulled over it for a good amount of time and reached that conclusion but having more support never hurts.

"Hmm.Thanks a lot, Shirohane-san. It puts my mind at ease now." he said in a calm tone. They had reached the shopping mall by now and stood at its entrance looking at their target. Something about the sight of flowers made Alexei smile a bit. He turned to face Kotori once more "Shall we" he said pointing at the shop.

They walked inside the mall and straight towards the flower store, past the coffee shop which was a popular hanging spot for students of their school. It was nearly empty seeing that they were the first among those who left the school.

"So Shirohane-san, does your mother make an Ikebana herself or does she have someone making it. Also do you sell seeds for flowers or potted ones?" Alexei asked, a bit more curious as they neared their destination. As he waited for her reply they went through the entrance, he gave a polite bow to whom he thought was the incharge of the shop.

"Good Evening, Madam."