"You see, every month me and the kyuubi nine's big brother have a friendly spar. We are actually tied right now, so I simply cannot call off such an meaningful match. That would be sloppy and inelegant on my own behalf, which is something I cannot allow." Shiro stated calm but firmly. This was the first time Shiro showed any real form of his pride around Kasumi and he didn't want her to worry. "And do not worry, my mother won't mind some more bonding time with her future daughter-in-law. Just calm yourself and forget it for now." Shiro said trying to reassure Kasumi about it.