[ It could probably pass for an awkward hug, if there wasn't so much murder in the air, and Katsura waits for his fate, half-dead from the whole melting down thing. ]

[ He breathes a sigh of relief as the perm monster seems to finally give in to reason and agree to resolve the situation peacefully. He nods encouragingly when Saitou starts unwrapping the rope from him. ]

Good man! There's this cute little shop that brews the most excellent tea Japan has tasted. It will take your mind off of stress at once.