"Nothing that isn't usually up," Akiha mutters, contradicting herself with how freely she nuzzles back. Usually it takes her a moment to get into the cuddling.

"My brother still spends his time with ne'er do wells, business is... I won't bore you with the details, but it's going fine. I'm just... worn out," Akiha mutters that too, resting her head on Nico's shoulder, sounding frustrated, a little confused. She's worn out, but she can't find any reason for it. Nothing's changed.

"Maybe taking my mind off it would help."