Well, the talk with Tolten had sure been weird, but it also felt like a sign that there were some things in this place that were basically... normal. Renji felt amused more than anything by the entire idea. Of all the norms there could be in the Institute, he supposed having weird conversations with kids was probably one of the best.

In the room, there was a pleasant surprise waiting for him - his uniform, sitting on the bed that he guessed was going to be his. Renji grinned at the sight. Sure, he still didn't have any weapons, but at least he got to wear something that it was easy to fight in. Since his roommate wasn't there yet, he stripped and changed his clothes, ignoring the dinner tray for now.

Just wearing his uniform made him feel better. It was stupid, but true.