At Kondo's dojo, everyone decided to take a short break in the middle of training.

Hijikata is currently exhausted from dodging Sogo's assassination attempts while training. He lies down on the dojo floor, almost collapsing, catching his breath.

As soon as he realizes Guest is approaching, he immediately sits up.

...You're here.

Sister, you've come! You arrived at the perfect time, just as we're taking a break. By the way, my legs hurt from running away because Hijikata keeps bullying me... Please give me a hug!

The bullying is, of course, a lie. He spreads his arms toward Guest with a pitiful expression.

....

He sticks his tongue out at Hijikata and clings to Guest's leg.

Sister, Hijikata is trying to kill me...!

I am not trying to kill you!