Heiji just stared for a moment. Was this guy, one who had called Heiji hot-blooded, incompetent and a disappointment. Actually apologizing to him for something that Heiji was clearly at fault for? This was more awkward then finding out Kudo shrank down to the age of a six year old. And that one was rather hard to top.
In good conscience, and of course Heiji had the worst of those. He figured it would be best to dismiss Hakuba’s apology and apologize himself. And maybe, this could erase the bad start the two had? After all during the koushien when all things were set aside the two of them did work well together.
“No, don’t apologize it was my fault. So…’m sorry. I shoulda watched where I was goin.” Heiji muttered as he bowed to the other in apology much like the Brit had done for him. That should show him that Heiji at least had some manners. And boy did Heiji love proving people wrong.
“I hope I didn’t spoil yer fun. After all Osaka throws the best festivals.” he babbled afterwords. When in actually he should have just said goodbye and left. Instead of standing here trying to make conversation with someone who disliked him. Maybe if he prayed hard enough the ground will swallow him, or Kazuha will come and save him from such an embarrassing situation.
As difficult as it was to listen to the Osakan carry on, Hakuba managed a fake little smile and another nod, wincing as he looked Heiji over once more. “Ah, no, I’m certain that things will be fine… one little bump in the road is nothing but an interesting occurrence to break up the monotony of the journey and keep you grounded in the present, hm?”
Hakuba had no idea if what he’d just said made any sense to Heiji, much less to himself, but he hoped that it would at least serve as some sort of transitory passage to let them move on with their lives. If he had to listen to any comments about his yukata, he might die of embarrassment.
“Ah, anyway, it’s fine, and I’m pleased to see that you’re fine, so… yes, go. Enjoy your festival; I’ve heard many wonderful things about it, and am looking forward to seeing what your beautiful city has to offer."