Akiko looked around as not only the girl carrying the princess arrived but so had the girl healing the others. Akiko smiled warmly as she looked between the two. She felt a bit embarrassed, she hadn't known anyone's yet they all seemed very friendly towards the strange looking girl. It made her feel warm inside, more so than the flames of her spirit. It was a nice sensation. She bowed back to both girls humbly as she brushed long strands of crimson hair behind her hair and out of her face. "It's very nice to meet you as well!" She explained sweetly. She was a bit confused on the appreciation given to her aid in protecting the princess. Appreciation was for things that were done that was a problem to the giver. This wasn't a problem or nuissance, it was what she was created for. But she liked being appreciated.
"I am glad to be here." She stated matter of factly. "And I would love to accompany you both and the princess to somewhere safe for her to rest." she added with an assured nod.