Rikka's daily dose of Mana chases some of her anxiety away. Clearly Regina hadn't broken anything yet, and hopefully it would stay that way. So the big hug, and the linked arm from the other girl that probably shouldn't be engaging in hugs, are enough to get her to smile properly.

"I'm... beginning to see that. I'm kind of excited, honestly." Catching Alice's glance, she tries to remain optimistic, and then there's a Regina right there. The moment to appraise her condition is a surprise, and the apparent honest concern is almost enough to sell her right then and there. "I am still hurt a little, you just can't see the bandages. I-" 'had a sword pushed into my spine', goes through her head, with the moment flashing back; she shivers involuntarily, and her eyes flash with fear for a moment. Both are easy to miss if you aren't looking right at her... or touching her. "I kind of got stabbed. I'm getting better, but it's a slow process." A pause. Then, more quietly: "Thank you for your concern."