[Luckily for Vash, Kabane never second guesses his sincerity. It doesn't occur to him, even in this alien situation, that someone might have an ulterior motive for complimenting him. Clearly this guy is just a fan of detectives. Who can blame him? Kabane is a fan of Detective Inugami.]

I think I can be strong. [He concedes after trying to consider his achievements objectively.] But I'm strongest when I'm with my friends. Shiki is smart, and Akira is surprising in a pinch. With them, I don't have to worry about anything and can focus on my job.

[Speaking of focus though... He stops now that he's close enough to read what each booth is selling, scans the options and takes in the smells. It all sounds good, honestly.

The only problem is...]

Oh. [He frowns, looks up sheepishly to Vash and admits:] I don't have any money.