[ It tore her heart to shreds to relive the pain of her father's loss when Akira had come to snap her out of the false reality she was sliding further and further into. But for a week, she got to imagine a world in which her father never died and never hurt her. A father who smiled and welcomed her home every night, made plans with her and didn't abandon her for board meetings or clientele that were prioritized over his own flesh and blood.
Of course it had upset her then, but she wants to take some responsibility for her wish. If Akira hadn't ever stirred their slumber, she might have stayed where she was, or at least she fears that would have been the case. ]
Of course! I do not have intentions to hide anything from you, Dr. Maruki. But I do not want to betray my friend's confidence either.
[ What if Akira doesn't remember either? Who does she ask? Would Akechi even be forthright with her? ]
I have to wish for my power back? That does seem...
[ Her will of rebellion. Her freedom finally grasped. ]
There are those here who have nothing to return to in their true realities, either because they've appeared here after their death, or because their world was in ruins. Perhaps unsurprisingly, they're more likely to see this as a place of opportunity rather than a prison.
But for those of us who have unfinished business, or people we care about waiting for us, or simply a life that we enjoyed living freely...
To be taken from that, stripped of our abilities and forced to live in a reality that we didn't choose for the price of a wish - it certainly sounds like being taken prisoner, doesn't it?
[ He may not know the exact details of his future, but he knows enough to know what a bitter irony this is. ]
That's a fair perspective. I should not forget how lucky I am to have the friends that I have.
[ And then there are those like Akechi Goro, who may not have anything to return to. It's an unsettling and deeply confusing thought for her to dwell on. ]
I don't wish to be a puppet again, but... I think I am still not sure what to do next here. Maybe focus on regaining my power somehow?
You're still new, and things are calm right now. Just focus on getting settled in and making connections. The people here truly are incredible. Regaining your power will come easily if you do that.
For whatever it's worth, Okumura-san... despite the circumstances, I'm grateful that you're here.
I'm grateful you're here, too. Please let me know if there is anything I can help you with! I'd like to think I am a decent enough cook and offer meals as well.
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Of course it had upset her then, but she wants to take some responsibility for her wish. If Akira hadn't ever stirred their slumber, she might have stayed where she was, or at least she fears that would have been the case. ]
Of course! I do not have intentions to hide anything from you, Dr. Maruki. But I do not want to betray my friend's confidence either.
[ What if Akira doesn't remember either? Who does she ask? Would Akechi even be forthright with her? ]
I have to wish for my power back? That does seem...
[ Her will of rebellion. Her freedom finally grasped. ]
Are we sure we are not prisoners in this place?
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There are those here who have nothing to return to in their true realities, either because they've appeared here after their death, or because their world was in ruins. Perhaps unsurprisingly, they're more likely to see this as a place of opportunity rather than a prison.
But for those of us who have unfinished business, or people we care about waiting for us, or simply a life that we enjoyed living freely...
To be taken from that, stripped of our abilities and forced to live in a reality that we didn't choose for the price of a wish - it certainly sounds like being taken prisoner, doesn't it?
[ He may not know the exact details of his future, but he knows enough to know what a bitter irony this is. ]
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[ And then there are those like Akechi Goro, who may not have anything to return to. It's an unsettling and deeply confusing thought for her to dwell on. ]
I don't wish to be a puppet again, but... I think I am still not sure what to do next here. Maybe focus on regaining my power somehow?
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For whatever it's worth, Okumura-san... despite the circumstances, I'm grateful that you're here.
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Please let me know if there is anything I can help you with! I'd like to think I am a decent enough cook and offer meals as well.
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[ And he's never in need. ♥ ]
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