[Eyes linger on the torn clothing, not out of an actual recognition for its significance, but because it looks atypical to what he's seen most others wearing. If anything, it aligns better with his own culture. Sasuke steps back to give more room; it seems the stranger isn't hurt, which speaks to strength, even if still a murky judgment.]
I don't believe you. [you nailed nothing] Were you testing your abilities?
( maybe if he just acts like that's the most ridiculous thing he's ever heard it will... work? yeah. we're gonna go with that. it's a brilliant, genius plan, cannot possibly backfire, ever. )
'Caught you'? [Flat, uncomprehending. It seems pointless to conceal some changed nature, when he's met others affected; it's not as though he has to be specific.] It's a decent idea. I noticed the limiting effects of this place as well, but I don't know the full extent yet.
[Dark, mismatched eyes turn down onto the crater... judgmentally.] You could use more practice.
no subject
I don't believe you. [you nailed nothing] Were you testing your abilities?
no subject
Oh, yeah. Sure. You caught me.
( maybe if he just acts like that's the most ridiculous thing he's ever heard it will... work? yeah. we're gonna go with that. it's a brilliant, genius plan, cannot possibly backfire, ever. )
no subject
'Caught you'? [Flat, uncomprehending. It seems pointless to conceal some changed nature, when he's met others affected; it's not as though he has to be specific.] It's a decent idea. I noticed the limiting effects of this place as well, but I don't know the full extent yet.
[Dark, mismatched eyes turn down onto the crater... judgmentally.] You could use more practice.