[Lupin wasn't alarmed by his friend's reaction. He expected it, and was grateful that Goemon held for as long as he did. Just the presence of someone solid, someone familar, was enough. He didn't complain when Goemon pulled away. Impulsive and idiotic as he could be, he understood well the personality differences of his closest partners. It was best just to accept what he was given.

He did notice something odd on Goemon's person, however.]

Ah, so that explains the...

[He cracked a grin.] You're as much of a boyscout as ever.

[The shoes were accepted with equal gratefulness, and Lupin hastily untied the knot with cold, clumsy fingers. He shoved his equally cold feet into them, and immediately started to feel better.

It was a step towards normalcy. It was already better than the hangover, the book, and the wings.]

Let's go. [His voice was impatient. He didn't want to be out there any longer.] You know your way...so lead the way.

And...thanks.