Or beating him could escalate things. Some people couldn't accept being beaten, and then things would get worse. Other people could get involved, or it might progress from fisticuffs to brawling with weapons. He was tempted to tell her that. But instead, he chooses to keep his mouth close. "Well, I'll try to keep the problems to a minimum for you." He would bow his head slightly to her, a sheepish smile spreading over his face.<br/><br/>That smile does not last, though. When she explains her injury, it is replace with one of worry. Mild worry, but still, worry. "I could walk with you to school in the morning if you're worried about them messing with you again." He would offer. Shine was really odd here. Because despite his need and drive for social isolation, he also had the conflicting drive to help others, which often necessitated social interaction.<br/><br/>He would await her answer to his offer, whether she wanted to do that or not, and then he would give her a "goodnight", and make his way up to his room. Their was a bit of homework to be done, and their was also sleep to get.