"If you continue to tell yourself you're no good with people then that behavior is going to perpetuate itself," Ikura said patiently. "It's not easy opening up, but in doing so you'll be leagues happier. Hence why I suggest we take this slowly, so you have a chance to adapt gradually and find your comfort zone." Obviously having him talk to a group was out of the question, it would all be one on one. For the most part the doctor figured people would be tactful in their discussions, there ought not be anything to worry about. The biggest hurdle wasn't the people Viral might talk to, but Viral himself. Perhaps once he actually got talking he'd be able to maintain it easier, time would tell. Watching as at last Viral began to eat the old man smiled kindly, taking another few bites of his as well. He wasn't that hungry, he'd eaten prior to the party since he didn't assume he'd stay long. After seeing how the Beastman was handling things however he should probably stay for at least an extra hour, if not more. "You will return alive Viral, you've made it this far and you'll keep going. Besides, you've got people all around you to ensure your safety. When you do return, alive and well, we'll continue meetings if you need them. And I'm sure everyone here will be happy that the birthday man is going to speak with them, I'm sure there must be plenty of questions and other things they want to say to you."

Just what in the world had Takeshi been thinking, pulling that little stint on his sibling like that? Shu clearly hadn't known any the wiser, and in his trust of his older brother had gone ahead and eaten it blissfully unaware. "You aren't going to die Shu, it was just spicy food." Yumi explained, reaching past Takeshi and patting the young boy's back. "It hurt because it's very spicy, wasabi shouldn't be eaten like that. Just have some bread and milk, the burning will go away soon." Poor little guy, he didn't seem at all happy now, and he'd been enjoying himself so much before. Sighing softly she looked at Takeshi, folding her arms across her chest angrily. "Are you going to apologize to your brother or just sit there, you dolt. That wasn't very nice you know." He was kind of in the middle of downing an entire pitcher of water, but he certainly seemed to acknowledge her. Sighing again she shook her head, looking across and exchanging an exasperated look with Vegeta. Well, it wouldn't be a part with their group if someone didn't go and do something silly.

Takeshi felt bad about duping Shu like that, but he was still annoyed. He had to have something he was good at after all, and if his little brother stole Ki from him then he'd be pretty out of luck. He was already faster, did he really have to take more too? Feh... And now Shu was getting babied by Yumi as usually while he was being berated, typical. Setting down the now empty pitcher the Saiyan frowned, placing his hands in his lap with a sigh. "Sorry Shu..." he mumbled, probably barely audible. Glancing back at Yumi again he was prompted to repeat himself, looking at his brother this time. "Sorry for tricking you... Are you okay...?"