"That's what I was thinking, but in the middle of the night, with no announcement? It's kind of odd." Regardless of the fact that there's no real telling how many of the familiar Earth holidays they celebrate here, it's too early for New Years.

"Hm? Oh, I'm fine. What about you?" Despite wearing shorts and having an exposed midriff, Subaru wasn't chilly or shivering at all. As a matter of fact, Ryoko might have noticed that her body was warmer to the touch than should be expected.