[Chouji doesn't have to be an expert in codes to interpret that one. Especially not when he knows Ino so well.]
Of course. [And since his teammates know him too, the concern in Chouji's voice is obvious even as he tries to stifle it to give Ino time and space.] If you need anything, though, later...
[Ino knows where to find him. He'll be checking on her if she doesn't stop by eventually, but that doesn't even need to be said.
The thanks are what hurt the most. How can she thank them for carrying news like this? How could anyone? They were there for her, doing what little they could in the way of comfort, but that doesn't change the fact that they delivered the knowledge of her father's death. It's all he can do to keep his tone light and a small smile in place as he answers.]
You're welcome, Ino. Always. [They're a team, and friends. There'd be something wrong if he and Shikamaru weren't there for her.]
[Action: Ino-Shika-Chou]
Of course. [And since his teammates know him too, the concern in Chouji's voice is obvious even as he tries to stifle it to give Ino time and space.] If you need anything, though, later...
[Ino knows where to find him. He'll be checking on her if she doesn't stop by eventually, but that doesn't even need to be said.
The thanks are what hurt the most. How can she thank them for carrying news like this? How could anyone? They were there for her, doing what little they could in the way of comfort, but that doesn't change the fact that they delivered the knowledge of her father's death. It's all he can do to keep his tone light and a small smile in place as he answers.]
You're welcome, Ino. Always. [They're a team, and friends. There'd be something wrong if he and Shikamaru weren't there for her.]