There might be an option, really. Adelheid was already considering Kenshin's strengths, and the strength of his character even moreso. While the wanderer had claimed that he was grateful beyond words, Adel knew that such gratitude really only went so far. The question was how far to go... though in all actuality, the younger man had a feeling he wouldn't be making a request. He'd already gained a fair amount from making the weapon.

But then Homura burst in right after knocking, and Adelheid's expression grew cooler and more self-contained. And needless to say, the rapier was within easy reach if he needed it. "Yes, as I said I would be. While I won't hold you up if you're leaving, I will need Hijikata's measurements if you expect me to make a weapon for him. He didn't see fit to respond to my request on the board."