[b]Alexei Dragunov[/b]

Alexei bowed fully as the elder Shirohane gave her sagely advice. Compared to Kotori it was more specific and elaborate. She even went on to explain the three critical ways of choosing flowers for somebody all the while maintaining a rather pleasant and cheerful disposition, one truly fitting to someone who spend her time with flowers. She also held on an amused smile unlike those back in Tokyo who just scowled at him for trying and aping their methods of conversation. 

He wasn't the most sterling example of the Japanese art of conversation and his body was at odds to it as well. but he uttered his deep thanks in a low baritone "Thank you, Shirohane-dono. It is of great help to me. I'll keep your tips in mind."

Before he could expand on his order though, the doorbell chimed and another guy barged in abruptly. Alexei just turned to face the newcomer as he fumbled some words of apology and then in turn introduced himself as Toma Tanaka in the same year as Alexei. Alexei felt it would be rude to reply to it. So he just calmly stated his name and class before turning back to Kotori's mum, who had signaled for Kotori to go and talk to her senior while she waited on Alexei.

"Sorry" he said with a bow. "Well I'll go with the last two criteria you mentioned. Something that I think fits them and the meaning of it." he said politely. He thought for a second as he organised his specifications.

"To my limited knowledge, Shirohane-dono. I would like to have an Ikebana bouqet with a Daffodil as its centerpiece. Flanked at both sides with a white Carnation, then a circle of Ranunculus dotted with Crocus in between. Finally sitting on a bed of Apple and Almond blossoms with Azaleas thrown in for a bit more color." he finished. He may or may not surprise the veteran but he thought he had nailed down the flowers he wished conveyed his meaning.

"I would like to know your suggestion, I want to convey my affection and hope for a better life. Plus, a wish for a speedy recovery and never say die attitude." he paused as the corners of his eyes became slightly moist. He quickly wiped them off in a way disguised as a usual rub of the face but the woman in front of him had been quite watchful so she may not be fooled by it.

"I would prefer a morning delivery but anytime during the day is fine." he said with a slight smile. He knew that he shouldn't be imposing himself when he hadn't even given his order.