[If it looks like Riku's hesitating, it's because she's trying to figure out how to word this. She glances at Kai, then back to Axel, and half-smiles.]

Yeah, it gets worse. The contractions start coming faster and staying longer. But Kai's right. You'll be fine. And I wouldn't recommend going under the bed, but do whatever makes you feel comfortable.

[She shrugs.]

I walked and set the bed on fire.