There's only a brief moment of hesitation before Meryl leans forward. This time, it's her chance to be a little bold, lips briefly closing around Night Sky's fingers before pulling back to take the fruit. She hums softly as she chews it, then swallows it down.

"I like the sound of that." It makes her heart thud heavy within her chest. "And we already know that I like you, so -"

At least Night Sky doesn't make her feel as humiliated as she could be. Everything she says is so gentle and thoughtful.

"So, um. How are you feeling right now?