I think... maaaaaaybe we've started off on the wrong foot.

[Adachi briefly breaks their gaze, staring down at the head of his drink in idle thought. If he wants to try and get anywhere with this, he'll have to try and butter this kid up. Even if it means putting himself down more than he should.]

I mean, let's face it. As far as team-ups go, I doubt I was your first choice, ahaha... You've gotta be disappointed, I'm sure. But -

[He glances back up, flashing Naoto a dorky half-grin.]

- like it or not, we're partners. At least, for the rest of the day. No reason why we can't try and make the most of it, right?