Well... I wouldn't say that, exactly. Just, perhaps my aspirations have been recognised.

[ Ayaka certainly wouldn't bring the spotlight on her, even if others think she's special. She's far too shy for that kind of attention, despite her talents.

She doesn't miss the look on Aerith's face before the other girl asked her question. It must be confusing, and that specific choice of word being an understatement. The truth of the matter is, someone else might be better off explaining it to Aerith. There is no one else at this time, however. It's just the two of them.

And so, the smile on her face remains cordial. Ayaka does not wish to be too familiar, but she also wishes to be clear with what she wants to say. ]

I hope I did not surprise you too much by showing you the Materia. It was given to me as a birthday present by a friend.