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Botan smiled, watching him. She knew that in this house, that meant he cared. If you'd like a different take, let me know:

The spirits in question—the "wedding" spirits of the episode—giggled, drifting around the ceiling. Hyouma scowled. He hated them. He hated that they saw Botan not just as their master, but as a bride. Yet, watching Botan interact with them, he felt his anger defuse into a familiar, annoying warmth. [AnimesTC] Mononogatari - 08 (1080p).mkv

Should it be a more between Hyouma and Botan? Botan smiled, watching him

She was oblivious, or perhaps just intentionally ignoring the fact that she was currently covered in protective talismans by three of her spirits. Hyouma scowled

Suddenly, the house shuddered. A cold, malicious intent crept through the walls—a rogue spirit, unrelated to the refined ones living here, had snuck in.

Botan smiled softly, set the teapot down, and passed a cup to him. "They are part of this house, Hyouma-kun. Like family. Even if they are... exuberant."