[ He notes the nature of the grin, and his expression warms a little at it. It's nice when people are comfortable with him; it's something he's been working towards, after all. Learning how to read people, understand them, guide the relationships into something that can benefit both parties.

And that answer gets a blatant grin from Akira... ]

All right, then... You're on.

[ After studying the area for a second, he gives a thoughtful hum. ]

How about we make it kind of like an obstacle course? It can be along those houses. Whoever gets back here the fastest wins.

[ He's pointing to show which houses he's referring to. After a beat: ]

What should the winner get out of this?