Konoka had to smile a bit, the young shrine maiden's choice of dress was... amusing, to say the least.  Still, she wasn't here to make fun of someone who was obviously uncomfortable with fashion. and she graciously accepted the tea.  She sipped it slowly while she listened to Ai's response, nodding as she thought about what the girl said, and how she said it.  "I see.  It sounds like you don't think it's just spirits, though, is that right?" she asked, continuing her direct approach.  "Do you think someone is doing this on purpose, possibly trying to scare the two of you?"