It had been something of a secret in her world - and news the other magical girls had never been ready to accept. When she'd once told them the truth about their bodies, about their abilities, they'd disbelieved her and accused her of trying to cause strife and trouble among them.

But here, this man in armor has seen it for himself: Her body has withstood punishment no human body ever could, just like his has.

"I'm not very hurt," she says calmly enough. "Just like your armor protects you, I won't be injured that easily." Most people might not call what they've just gone through 'easy'.