[Maria giggled again as Shadow played along at being all gallant. Oh he was just too sweet! The applause from inside the colosseum and her earpiece beeping made her pause and look up though. The bubble they had found themselves in had burst and reality set in. It didn't stop her from looking back down at Shadow with a smile, eyes still filled with delight.]

I can't thank you enough. Truly. I hope we can do that again sometime! [She reached out to touch Shadow's shoulder gently before she moved her hand back. She actually wanted to give him a hug, but considering his initial reaction when she first saw him, she didn't want to ruin what she hoped would be the start of a friendship. He hadn't wanted to hold her hand or anything like that, so she would respect his wishes.]

I wonder where...[My Shadow? Other Shadow? Or just Shadow? This situation was really quite strange and she wasn't sure how to address either of them for a moment.] the other Shadow is? I would have thought he'd be here by now...[She frowned slightly in thought.] I hope he's okay. Perhaps I can try contacting him this time.