[She doesn't freeze up like most others would, but she does jolt a little before returning the hug herself, warmly and with a not insignificant amount of gratitude for the affection.

Little known fact about Maka, she's actually a fairly physical person, this includes affectionate (but friendly) gestures like hugging or holding hands.]

I'm pretty sure I'd like any friend of yours, Rainbow. I mean, if they're your friend, they'd have to be cool, right?