[Special 009: Voice] The inheritance of power
[To those who know her, or those attuned to it, Ami's voice seems to be struggling with its composure. The reason isn't evident at first; it's a straightforward question of the sort making the rounds lately.]
I've been speaking with Hermione about magic in different worlds. We wondered who comes from worlds where magic power is hereditary, or from worlds without magic at all. So, if you don't mind, if you come from worlds like that or want to discuss it, please answer even if we haven't met before yet. We can introduce ourselves now.
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[There's a long pause, but the journal doesn't close. When she finally speaks again, she tries to record it factually, tries not to think of the way Minako made her smile and feel more at ease, tries not to become emotional, tries not to think how empty the senshi house seems with only herself.]
Aino Minako has gone home.
[Another pause, much briefer. Her voice lacks conviction; it sounds more like she's trying to convince herself.]
This is for the best.
I've been speaking with Hermione about magic in different worlds. We wondered who comes from worlds where magic power is hereditary, or from worlds without magic at all. So, if you don't mind, if you come from worlds like that or want to discuss it, please answer even if we haven't met before yet. We can introduce ourselves now.
~
[There's a long pause, but the journal doesn't close. When she finally speaks again, she tries to record it factually, tries not to think of the way Minako made her smile and feel more at ease, tries not to become emotional, tries not to think how empty the senshi house seems with only herself.]
Aino Minako has gone home.
[Another pause, much briefer. Her voice lacks conviction; it sounds more like she's trying to convince herself.]
This is for the best.