[ Saitou shows up, as on time as possible even though no one is keeping record. He got the notice, and there had been a moment of confusion as well as consternation before he basically decided to go.

They didn't celebrate birthdays in his Shinsengumi. At least, he's never even put much thought into his own, much less Hijikata's. Actually, he only remembers Heisuke's because they shared the same year.

And now he's here now to make up for that. If he counts the number of years he's known Hijikata...it's been over six, meaning six birthdays he's missed. That won't do at all.

This place is familiar; both the fish and the foliage. Just like when he first arrived. Not as decorated, but decorated enough. He makes sure to keep away from both plant and animal as he tries to find Hijikata, and yes, he's carrying something in his hands. At this point, he might as well be giving a gift every time they run into each other (the first time being when he visited Hijikata in his apartment). ]

Perhaps not the best place, but the intentions were in right place, at least. [ Those cookies don't look bad at all; he's eyeing one of them himself. ]

I was not aware that today was yours. [ Saitou inclines his head. ] My apologies for not knowing.