[ Clearly busy with patting himself on the back, it's not until he hears the ever-so-enjoyed applause that he turns around. The familiar face of Maka greets him, and it entices a cheesy grin. Maka? Applauding him? ]

I see we've finally surrendered to the temptations of applauding such a big, fantastic show from myself. Good for you, Maka.

[ As for the damages, Black☆Star shrugs. ]

There's no need for Tsubaki to bail me out, not when the entire town is going to ooh and ahh at my strength-- Wait.

[ That made him slightly sick to his stomach. ]

Tsubaki...

Isn't here?