[The fresh water helps, but only so much. Is it just him, or is Ichimatsu...slimier than he is? They do seem to be different in both shape, color, and pattern as far as their new fish bodies go, but he doesn't know enough about merpeople to say whether they're different species or not. ...if that's even how it works.

With a grimace, Karamatsu pulls himself slowly along the edge of the tub to at least try and get closer to the faucet, turning his head when Ichi slaps his tail against the water. It also results in him catching that look when he catches Ichi's eye.]

...Brother, you understand that we have to remain isolated until this is resolved, right? For the sake of our brothers- no, the sake of everyone in Tokyo! We cannot allow this epidemic to spread!

[Meaning, no more biting.]