Sigma raised an eyebrow and visiblely jolted upon seeing Elora's reaction. People could cry even if they were praised? She didn't quite get it. Well, it wasn't a big surprise. She barely remembered when was the last time she ever cried during her upbringing. Still, there was no need of a teary face when she was about to explain things, so she took out her handkerchief and slowly wiped Elora's face. Serah had apparently followed her. Mainly because she was bored. Well, it was one way to get distracted already.

[b]"It's a bit of everything. It's like a liar game, tag, shoot the duck, and you won't feel guilty if you cheat a little."[/b] Sigma whispered to both. [b]"I'll treat you two to one of my strawberry cakes if you do well."[/b] She added, a bit forced. [i]Maybe if I dangle such obvious bribe they'll resist the temptation to join others.[/i]. She paused. [b]"We're going to, well, team up against the boys. But first, we'll tell a little white lie so that we're left alone."[/b]

She then raised her voice.[b] "She doesn't feel so well. Let's get her to the bathroom to wash her face a little, Serah."[/b] She said out loud, hoping the other kids would follow.