[ Yusuke notices the subtle shift in body language, as he does with most visual cues, but whether it really processes is a mystery. Regardless, he still responds with a chuckle, tapping gently against Mona's head with his pencil. ]

A worthwhile endeavor.

[ A painting inspired by his friends has long been planted in his mind to try, but one of them—while a bit pedestrian—sounds wonderful too. Even if they aren't here, they would be in time. ...Surely. ]

I wonder if I can still recall them from memory...

[ He sketches out blocked shapes, too vague at first to make out of who. Broad, studying lines with nothing defined yet. ] —Also, if you must continue speaking, try not to move your tail.

[ seems like he's drawing him anyway, just deal with it mona ]