[Fortunately, Noel's expression indicated that she was clearly more than delighted at that offer.]

Eh? Is that really okay?!

[Of course it was. Why would Ada ask if it wasn't? It was nice, finally having a female friend around her age that she can do young girly things with. Very refreshing, since the past year her only friends were guys and older women who were more of big sisterly figures than friends.]

Th-Then... I'd love to keep you company! Um... Should I get going now? It's my day off today, so...!