[ Chou softened again, looking a bit chastened. Her hand went delicately to her mouth. ]

Oh! I guess I shouldn't say mean things to sick and injured people....

[ No actual apology happening here, though.

But when she frowned at him this time, there wasn't any force behind it. Just something like frustration, mixed with hesitation. ]

... Just being Emi is fine, I'm sure. But you should have more confidence.