[ Let's say Middleton! He's been harassed into going to school more, so he is around there now, he guesses. He pauses so that he can turn and face Shinobu, who seems to be up for some chit-chat. Funny what he's gotten used to at this point, because he offers a lilting response. ]

Helloooo, Ms. Shinobu! Can't say I am. It's not like I have any plans to participate.

[ Dating a human would be just about the funniest/most horrifying thing he could imagine. At best, he'll hang around and see how the proceedings go. ]

Why do you ask? Are you gonna take part?