[ It says a lot about Naoko that she doesn't blink at all of this appearing out of thin air, but her eyes widen once she sees what it is. This is the happiest she has looked all conversation. Actually, this is probably the happiest she has looked since Dirk complimented the AI she made for them. ]

I can't believe it's already October... Time flies when you've abandoned all hope of ever seeing your friends and family again. [ She picks up one of the chocolates. ] Thanks.