Oh, no, no! [ that gets him flustered too, pink in the cheeks as he finishes up the knot behind him, waving his free hand to dismiss it. ] I'm just their guardian, I'm not anyone's dad. It'd be weird if my siblings started calling me that, I think.

[ really weird... he's just niichan okay. with a pleased noise, he ties the bow and steps back, brushing imaginary dirt off of his hands. ] A~nd, you're all done! There you go, you're looking sharp, Apollochin!

[ there's a beat. he enjoys apollo's company: he's a nice guy, so he offers him a grin. ] Now that you fit in just right, you should go try the takoyaki to really finish the experience. Have you been over there yet...~? I'll take you.