A feeble and hesitant voice. A few names came to mind, but only one of them was locked in the institute with her. "Oh, hello, Shinji," Asuka greeted civilly. She wasn't in the mood for smiling, but none of the rancorous hatred that her friend feared was there. The usual hate and resentment was there of course, that never went away. But for now, she needed things from Shinji, and the usual carrot and stick method would work well. It always did.

"You almost fill out that uniform..." The second child teased harmlessly. Since Junpei had left, she had no one to pick on. And Kaworu only made her more furious than a good beating was worth. Almost. "So, were you lucky enough to get food today, or was it jumping jacks for you?"