[There's a look of quiet pride that crosses Syaoran's face at that, and he bites down a small smile. Yanagisawa would have been pleased... if she didn't rip him for borrowing one of her stories first. (Not that he was aware of it, of course.]

... thanks.

[He can't help but wince slightly at Kurogane's words, though, recalling that hauntingly brief brush with the Erase card's effects, his magic giving him the questionable benefit of remembering the whole experience. But... not gonna mention that! Nope!!]

But yeah... no use having their nice beach trip ruined over something like that. Shame for those who were excited over the test of courage, though.

[He straightens his back a little, hoping to divert the attention away from the story (and the creepy memories that came with it).]

What about you? You have any stories to share yourself?