After having spoken far more than he was used to or comfortable with, Hiei was forced to stand there for a moment, fighting his rapidly re-closing shell. It would probably be easier on him if he didn't talk for a bit. He was starting to get that tight feeling in his stomach he got whenever he was around<span style="font-style: italic">people</span>for too long. When Anaka beckoned him for the second time he did his best to shove the sensation away.<br/><br/>The foot-tapping seemed almost like a challenge to Hiei. He gave a slight smirk, taking one visible step before appearing next to Anaka. "Sorry to keep you waiting," he said, the smirk still slightly visible. He decided to keep whatever pace Anaka took to go to the hideout. He certainly didn't want to be called slow again, or ever, but leaving her in the dust didn't seem like the best idea either.