[Fortunately Richard notes that Pao-Lin doesn't seem to be in any hurry to let go of his hand and doesn't move to pull it away until she lets go on her own, instead giving it a very soft squeeze of encouragement and reassurance. In fact, if she'd wanted to keep her hand in his for the walk back, he wouldn't have objected at all. Isamu does that for him often enough that he's gotten used to the idea and isn't bothered by it anymore, especially not when it's so obviously a platonic thing.
Alas, he's not the sort to initiate hugs on his own, so Pao-Lin's silent wish for a hug will go unanswered. But he'll meet that smile with one of his own and nod to her before turning towards the path home, casting a glance over his shoulder to make sure she's going to follow.]
Yes, let's.
[And he'll lead the way at whatever pace she wants.]
[Action, May 12]
Alas, he's not the sort to initiate hugs on his own, so Pao-Lin's silent wish for a hug will go unanswered. But he'll meet that smile with one of his own and nod to her before turning towards the path home, casting a glance over his shoulder to make sure she's going to follow.]
Yes, let's.
[And he'll lead the way at whatever pace she wants.]
(OOC: Sure!)