[@Ryougu][@ThirdHourIII][@VitaVitaAR]

Ryuji stared silently at the hand, his fists still clenched. He stood perfectly still, except for his eyes, showing a rather obvious degree of surprise steered towards Megumi. "Naive..." He parroted as she went on her tirade. Well, this meant that out of three girls in this school he had shown concern, two of them were bloodlustful manipulators, and the third of them had called him crazy. It was a disheartening record, but still Ryuji kept silent and endured.

And then came Ichihara's taunt. It was jarring, yes. But it didn't affect him as much as the girl's words. After all, he just wanted to enter a fight with a cheap provocation. His fists relaxed as he breathed deep, and without mediating a word, he began to turn back.

"I am sorry for the misunderstanding. But heed me, Ichihara-san. I do not care who you are in the slightlest. Nor what perceived problems you might feel there are. I just wanted to prevent someone from sporting a scar home, and explaining her parents how she got marred for life in a stupid folly." Ryuji said, his eyes tracing to Megumi. "You're wasting your blessings Yukazu-san, but you've got your own will and face your own decisions. I shall not interpose myself any further." He pondered, as he began to walk towards the newcomer.

One of the rank 49. The top dog students. Many would hesitate in their presence. Ryuji...did not, as he walked with his massive frame towards the petite girl, making the comparison seem almost comical. And then out of a sudden, his bear paw shot forward... and pat the tiny student in the head.

"Tamura-san, rest assured. I can take care of my own messes." said Ryuji with an stupid grin on his face. "Speaking of lunch, have you had yours? I...could treat you, for the trouble. I mean, lollipops aren't that healthy for a growing girl." The giant rumbled, almost in an embarassingly kind voice.