Strange... yes, a little. I had considered that—there is also that our circumstances are only temporary. [ ... he hopes. ] So there is still uncertainty ahead.
Were she not there, I would not try any less harder. 'Tis always been my want to aid those who find themselves troubled—my want, and my duty. But... it has been a light, however large or small, in this dark that surrounds us.
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I will not deny I am, but it is fine—I will be well. Perhaps some good company is in order, anyroad.
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-- even if we're coming up to what's probably the end, it still feels like a lot is happening, doesn't it?
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[ ... as serious as the conversation is, she's silent for a moment before nudging him in the side. ]
Izumo, huh?
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[ He gives her a sidelong glance, puzzled. ]
What of her?
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[ is she being nosey? yes. does she look happy about this?
yes ]
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Is that what she's telling others?
[ A few beats pass, then: ]
... I only joke. Yes, we are.
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Good.
It's a little strange given everything that's happening here, when it does happen but... I think it's a positive thing. [ especially for izumo ]
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But I do not regret it.
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[ she shifts a little on the sand, crossing her legs under her. ]
Having more to lose is difficult, but it makes you try that little bit harder to make sure you don't.
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Were she not there, I would not try any less harder. 'Tis always been my want to aid those who find themselves troubled—my want, and my duty. But... it has been a light, however large or small, in this dark that surrounds us.
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Not just because you want to do the right thing, or support people, but because you can't imagine not doing everything you could for someone.
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Of course. Ever do I know that feeling—to do what it takes for your friends, your family... You are not wrong. There is strength in that feeling.
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That's what we need right now -- motivation to keep going. Even if we think we would anyway.
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