When Juliette gave up the reasoning of why she was ranked so high, Ryu couldn't help but wonder if that was truly what she thought. Given that the academy was for those of [i]special[/i] talents, maybe it was hers that allowed her to get a high ranking. Ryu could be wrong on that. Maybe it was as she stated and was merely for her acedemics, but there was something about that reasoning that made Ryu doubt it. Not her, but just that general reasoning overall.

When she leaned forward, Juliette would return Ryu's initial interest with her own and stated that him being ranked third was no feat to be overlooked. Ryu smiled and let out a slight chuckle, as if embarrassed somewhat. Though, she did bring up a really good point and she was correct in saying that he was talented. Not that Ryu would openly admit it since he's somewhat modest in that way, but he does know at least that's skilled in an unique way. [b]"I thank you for your kind words, but the fact still remains that I'm B-rank."[/b] Ryu said, stating the obvious. [b]"I would very much like to know more about you, Juliette-chan."[/b] Ryu said, eyes sternly locked on hers as if not wanting to break contact for any reason whatsoever.