That's not what he was expecting to hear. He freezes for a brief moment and then he surges onto his feet so he can face her properly. This is a request that requires a proper response. He bows to her after a moment and then nods, serious and solemn. ]
I will.
[ He steps forward, of a mind to take her by the hands. ]
[ Her arms close in tight against herself as he reaches out. A pre-emptive closing off from contact. He might be Mikuni but he's also still a stallion and there's something about that that sets off a horrid sense of sick dread and anger deep in her gut. ]
It is best if I am, but I'm selfish enough to ask for this. That's all.
[ She means it. She's trying her best to live, now, after all that's happened. What else is she supposed to do but live with this time she's been given? ]
I just know that you... you and Konoha both will go home eventually. I might be dead again, properly dead this time. If I have a chance to make such a request, I thought I should do it now while I have the chance.
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Date: 2021-08-23 04:13 am (UTC)That's not what he was expecting to hear. He freezes for a brief moment and then he surges onto his feet so he can face her properly. This is a request that requires a proper response. He bows to her after a moment and then nods, serious and solemn. ]
I will.
[ He steps forward, of a mind to take her by the hands. ]
You aren't forgotten Hayame. I promise.
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Date: 2021-08-23 04:25 am (UTC)It is best if I am, but I'm selfish enough to ask for this. That's all.
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Date: 2021-08-23 11:15 pm (UTC)It isn't selfish in the least.
[ He sighs. ]
...don't dwell on it, Hayame. It won't help.
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Date: 2021-08-23 11:52 pm (UTC)[ She means it. She's trying her best to live, now, after all that's happened. What else is she supposed to do but live with this time she's been given? ]
I just know that you... you and Konoha both will go home eventually. I might be dead again, properly dead this time. If I have a chance to make such a request, I thought I should do it now while I have the chance.
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Date: 2021-08-24 01:20 am (UTC)[ He thinks he does, anyway. It's hard to know. ]
I'll do it. When ever it is I make it home.
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Date: 2021-08-25 04:02 pm (UTC)Thank you.
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Date: 2021-08-25 07:03 pm (UTC)