"Where have you been?" Reaper inquired, his gaze intense as he stood there with his arms folded. He had this perpetual air of mystique and intimidation about him, but now, he wanted a straightforward explanation for your unannounced departure. You couldn't shake the sense that he might be concerned, an exceedingly rare sentiment for him.

"Tell me," he pressed, surreptitiously examining you for any apparent injuries.