Ah... Well, there's only one official military force in the country and that's the Royal Guard. However, they are often in Chedis, the noble's district, and are assigned to those matters.
So mine and Adolphe's teacher—he was a noble, but he decided to set up a group of commoners to protect commoners. That's what the Corps are. We were trained by him and eventually Adolphe took over, then me.
I see. So your teacher took pity on the common people. [mizu, you could be nicer about your interpretations..... but also, hmmm.] I'm surprised you took over after Adolphe and not the other way around. What made him step down?
... If there is anything positive to come out of this experience, I suppose it's the confirmation that there is something awaiting us after death. The soul persists. Goodbyes don't need to feel so permanent anymore.
[ not this relatable content!! yves looks surprised at this, before frowning ]
... I'm sorry, Mizu. [ he's not going to go as far as insulting mizu's parents the way that his were but ] I know that it must be hard, hearing that from someone who you expect to care for you but...
Just because someone says it doesn't mean they're right.
You're a wonderful person. And you are more than deserving of love.
[yves can insult them. it's not like mizu would object, all things considered.]
I know what I am. [shakes head, slowly. it's fine.] There's no need to reassure me. I'm only saying it would likely be for the best if she never saw me again.
... I don't know if you do. [ a gentle argument, as if floating the idea ] You always rebuff me when I say you're kind, Mizu, or that you're a person deserving of care.
I know just words won't be able to prove anything but... I do mean it. I think you don't give yourself enough credit... so I'm afraid I'll just have to keep being annoying and insist. Because you're my friend, and I love you.
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Let's sit in the lobby?
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when they make it to the lobby he'll just open up a bottle and pour two glasses, offering one out ]
Here. I'll pack sake next time. Uruha prefers that one, too...
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Do you always do this after a trial?
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[ he takes a sip from his ]
... we'd drink a lot after long days of work in the Corps. Me, Hugo, Adolphe, and the rest of the guys.
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What are they?
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So mine and Adolphe's teacher—he was a noble, but he decided to set up a group of commoners to protect commoners. That's what the Corps are. We were trained by him and eventually Adolphe took over, then me.
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He died four years ago.
[ and he’s going to finish the rest of the wine in his glass ]
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downing the whole thing is such a fucking mood. mizu is quiet for a moment, before doing the same.]
I see. [...] I'm sorry, Yves.
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yves will just quietly refill his own glass and lift the bottle in mizu's direction, silently asking if he'd like some more? ]
.... me too. [ is all he can say to that, sighing ] Though... most of my friends are dead at this point.
I don't know. Maybe we'll all get to be together in heaven, eventually.
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... If there is anything positive to come out of this experience, I suppose it's the confirmation that there is something awaiting us after death. The soul persists. Goodbyes don't need to feel so permanent anymore.
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Mm... that's true.
Would you like to meet your mother again, Mizu? I'd like to see my Grandpa, personally.
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a very complicated expression passes through mizu's face, but only for a moment. here and gone in a matter of seconds.]
No. [slowly.] I don't think I would.
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... no?
[ the unspoken question: why? ]
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[unfortunately, yves is relatable content.]
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... I'm sorry, Mizu. [ he's not going to go as far as insulting mizu's parents the way that his were but ] I know that it must be hard, hearing that from someone who you expect to care for you but...
Just because someone says it doesn't mean they're right.
You're a wonderful person. And you are more than deserving of love.
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I know what I am. [shakes head, slowly. it's fine.] There's no need to reassure me. I'm only saying it would likely be for the best if she never saw me again.
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I know just words won't be able to prove anything but... I do mean it. I think you don't give yourself enough credit... so I'm afraid I'll just have to keep being annoying and insist. Because you're my friend, and I love you.
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I see. And that's your honest evaluation of me?
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but yes ]
It is. I wouldn't lie to you.
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I'm afraid I won't accept anyone being unfair to my friends.
Even if it's you to yourself.
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Do what you will. I cannot stop you.