[ Laios continues onward, only slowing once he notices Ren trying to catch up. He smiles down at the Sprigatito, oblivious. ] Actually, I did manage to catch something with Vivillon’s scent. It’s still faint, but I think if we make a right up—uh. [ Ears now flat, he glances back at Akechi with a confused look, still none the wiser. Did he miss something? His eyes move to Shoka, quiet this time, but not looking particularly thrilled, either. ]

... She was just making a pun. I’m sure she doesn’t mean anything by it. [ Because what else could Akechi flustered about. ] Anyway, we're all prepared for what's around here, so we won't have to worry about luck now. [ Given another moment to think on it, his nose crinkles a little. ] There's no suspicious smells yet, but the forest... it's really overpowering. Was the air this thick last time?