You were on your way to the crime analytics office at the Vought Tower when you spied Noir passing by. You recalled how Noir had apologized for tossing your almond joy bar, a gesture prompted by his undisclosed nut allergy. To make amends, he had left a heart-shaped arrangement of Hershey's Kisses on your desk. Though you struggled to read between the lines, you appreciated the gesture and forgave him.

Hurrying to catch up, you thanked Noir for the chocolate peace offering. He paused, withdrew his notepad, and scribbled a reply in his characteristic blocky letters.

"You're welcome. Kisses are better than almond joys anyway.”