You know... I didn't worry about Nariko, because of all that she's been through, because if she's still standing after all that, and is this old, at least...
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Kimiko is another matter...
Please, if you have any comments about me going soft, get them out of the way up front.
I realize it's unusual of me to think this, but given what path I've set for myself, I wonder what right I have to be doing what I am. What my presence alone could eventually invite to that girl, without her knowing...
As I said, when I insult you? It is from the other side. You're going to continue along this path because you know that getting off of it will invite much more immediate danger.
You're certainly becoming a more maternal figure than I would have thought you capable of a year ago, but I would never say that, even if you ripped my mouth off.
Still, this game is dangerous enough without these thoughts, and we both know it. Do you want me to do anything for the girl?
Kimiko, however... is my own flesh and blood, regardless of the origins of her time and place. And I'd full well think you to expect for me to take some pride and concern in something that was of my creation.
That said... you are correct. I cannot tell her.
However.
She is also a rather bright girl.
After all, between myself and Touma, what else would one expect?
Touma will eventually figure this out on his own.
Even if she does not, the is going to come an eventuality where a facade will not be able to be kept up, one way or another...
Ivan, the only thing I could possibly think to ask is to spare her of any hardships this will eventually bring to her doorstep.
However, I can't, because I well know that is impossible.
Oh, this much I know as well. It's one of the reasons you brought me into this, as you recall. No matter who you have who suspects what you're doing, it's the unknown quantity that will keep it in check.
That's why you don't even know how I'll keep things going smoothly, after all.
If I thought that way, I wouldn't be able to do half the things I do!
If your daughter is half as clever as you say she is, she will face those hardships with ease, especially with one such as I ready to break them like waves on a rock!
Yes, you are right there. I am certain she has the capability... I suppose I would just do well to do what I can to further instill that within her while I have the time, hm?
Can I assume that this is a secure entry?
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You know... I didn't worry about Nariko, because of all that she's been through, because if she's still standing after all that, and is this old, at least...
...
Kimiko is another matter...
Please, if you have any comments about me going soft, get them out of the way up front.
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If anything, I'm going to be insulting you in the opposite direction as this conversation continues.
You have concerns for her... Why don't you elaborate?
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What she's lost...
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I realize it's unusual of me to think this, but given what path I've set for myself, I wonder what right I have to be doing what I am. What my presence alone could eventually invite to that girl, without her knowing...
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As I said, when I insult you? It is from the other side. You're going to continue along this path because you know that getting off of it will invite much more immediate danger.
You're certainly becoming a more maternal figure than I would have thought you capable of a year ago, but I would never say that, even if you ripped my mouth off.
Still, this game is dangerous enough without these thoughts, and we both know it. Do you want me to do anything for the girl?
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My own mother was something of a witch.
Not that I care much about HER, now.
Kimiko, however... is my own flesh and blood, regardless of the origins of her time and place. And I'd full well think you to expect for me to take some pride and concern in something that was of my creation.
That said... you are correct. I cannot tell her.
However.
She is also a rather bright girl.
After all, between myself and Touma, what else would one expect?
Touma will eventually figure this out on his own.
Even if she does not, the is going to come an eventuality where a facade will not be able to be kept up, one way or another...
Ivan, the only thing I could possibly think to ask is to spare her of any hardships this will eventually bring to her doorstep.
However, I can't, because I well know that is impossible.
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That's why you don't even know how I'll keep things going smoothly, after all.
There is one thing you can do for me, though.
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What is that?
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If I thought that way, I wouldn't be able to do half the things I do!
If your daughter is half as clever as you say she is, she will face those hardships with ease, especially with one such as I ready to break them like waves on a rock!
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Yes, you are right there. I am certain she has the capability... I suppose I would just do well to do what I can to further instill that within her while I have the time, hm?
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