[ You're funny when you're huffy, Masa. A flicker of a smile crosses his face, but it's very, very brief. ]

I'm afraid changing what I wear will do very little to detract 'negative attention', Masamune.

[ Especially since it already registered on a certain someone's radar. No take-backs, as they say. ]

I realize this is your way of expressing concern, but the armor and the coat I wear provide protection. It's not my aim to call attention to it; it's simply what it is.

[ And perhaps, more importantly: ]

The advice I gave you was yours to do with what you felt was right. I'm not qualified to be a role model of any kind.