[He reminds himself to kiss Annie later--or rather, to wave her a few blown kisses from a safe distance. She'd really done him a favour, and he didn't even ask for it.

A guy who knew he was a 'speedster', and someone to 'go running with'--was it his birthday? Nah, too early; too early. He'll call back as soon as he notes the voice message--and hopes the guy picks up. When he inevitably does; be prepared to be met with one hell of a cheery voice; Wally.]

Hey--returnin' your call here! 's Nagachika, Nagachika Hideyoshi. Don't think somethin' like this weird; man, this is by far the least weirdest thing I can think of.

Ya really mind takin' me runnin'? I ain't no-where as experienced as a guy like you, but you can bet your two legs I'll do my damnedest to keep up.