[ It's okay Makoto. Kousetsu understands (sorta?) he won't let your cybuddy get taken away. Because even if they're not real Kousetsu has grown fond of the few he's brought home. He's listening intently as Makoto goes on to explaining what exactly this taffy substance is. Nodding in acknowledgement, he's silent all the while. He doesn't know what bubblegum is either but whatever he'll try it.

He'll take it with a bow of his head. ] ...thank you for allowing me to try it.

[ Here goes nothing. He'll chew and chew until finally he's finished it. There's curious tilt of his head as he nods. ] ...it is surprisingly sweet. What is the...difference between this and the saltwater kind?