[ Brigade takes the masks back with both hands. ] If I hadn't received so much of your kindness already, An'yu-sama, you keep giving me more. [ He bows his head again in gratitude ] Thank you. [ He puts the mask on, and with a thought, he feels its metal wrap itself over his head. Then with another thought, he feels it recede into a negligible strip at the back of his neck. ]

Your work, as always, is amazing. [ He offers a toast and drinks. ]

[ He pauses as his thoughts move to the weight of his shield on his back, and to the other shield. ] Any news on Gintoki's shield, sir?