[As soon as it's enough, Raphael shifts back to 'normal' with all the ease of someone turning off a light switch. The curious looks of the yokai who had felt his power don't bother him much - he's more focused on the person in front of him.]

I'm sorry, I didn't mean to frighten you.

[There is a good reason that angels bringing messages always announce themselves with 'be not afraid'. The agents of the Lord are terrifying in many respects.]

It's... simply the easiest way to prove myself. [He smiles faintly, but gently.] And being able to be my true self here is... a very precious thing to me. So I hope you won't think poorly of me now that you know.