"Oh, so it was less like an older self and more like a bad uncle? The kind that tells you getting into trouble is okay--but only when your parents aren't listening."

Masaki grins cheekily at him, knowing well enough that probably wasn't what he was going for. But it sounds awfully plausible here! Especially since he's about to help her sneak into the kitchens!

"Who was the other kid? Was it someone you know?"