"Ah..." A part of him sighs internally. For the time being, he is playing by Maria's rules. And if he thinks about it, at this point almost nothing could be more unbelievable than what has already come to pass. Nodding, he takes the string and ties it around his wrist as requested before snagging the requested magatama. He has a vague feeling he knows what she's intending, but right now is not the time to question it.

"I trust you, Maria. Do what you think is necessary."