... Circumstances what they are, I still believe you were -- and are -- the best choice for a Master. We've similar mindsets, you've proven your usefulness time and time again, and you haven't betrayed me.
[...]
Possessions tend to bring out the worst in all of us, even sentiments and grudges that have already been resolved. It's not that I hate humans. I just don't trust them. Perhaps killing everyone would be out of self-preservation.
[Sometimes he watches the tails solely to try and read Tamamo's mood. This is one of those times, and he listens quietly while spooning ice cream into his mouth.]
I have no reason to betray you. [To the other points, he's quiet because he agrees and he's happy for the acknowledge but keeps that to himself.]
...I have spent a long time seeing the worst humanity has to offer. Humans aren't perfect. A lot of humans aren't even good. But...while I would understand the reason and in some cases I might agree with that reasoning, I wouldn't hold back from what I had to do if you were possessed. You can trust me with that.
[That's all she says at first, letting a silence settle between them. There's another bite of ice cream, mechanical. She hasn't returned to her usual cheer -- or no, maybe she was never cheerful to begin with, and it's the first time she's ever been this honest.
Sometimes she can't tell, herself.]
I'll be going shortly. If there's anything you wish to discuss before I leave...
[...he feels uncomfortable, but at the same time he knows that it's probably better to know. He thinks that maybe she'd go without his permission anyway, and he has to trust her.
She turns to him, reaching up and ruffing his hair. Her voice gentles despite herself.]
I don't make habits of putting myself into situations I don't think I can walk away from. It will be dangerous, but I'll do my utmost to come back to you.
[He looks appropriately cowed, bowing his head a little as he digs at the ice cream.]
...I'm not happy, to be honest, but I know you're right and this is the fastest way to get intel and see how we can fight this thing. So. I'll wait for you.
[Yeah, they're both truly backfiring on each other IT'S FINE. It's fine? It's casual affection because she's a friend and he's not sure how else to say he cares. He puts the lid back on the ice cream though.]
It's okay. While you go, I have a few leads to follow up on my own. But come see me when this is over just to make sure the possession didn't pass.
[Her composure returns quickly enough, and she looks approvingly upon him lidding the ice cream. Yes good, save that for later when her appetite returns]
Good luck, Tamamo-chan. [The grin says he's definitely doing it on purpose, but...no regrets in case something fucking terrible happens. Have fun fucking your demon.]
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[her tails sway behind her, slowly]
... Circumstances what they are, I still believe you were -- and are -- the best choice for a Master. We've similar mindsets, you've proven your usefulness time and time again, and you haven't betrayed me.
[...]
Possessions tend to bring out the worst in all of us, even sentiments and grudges that have already been resolved. It's not that I hate humans. I just don't trust them. Perhaps killing everyone would be out of self-preservation.
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I have no reason to betray you. [To the other points, he's quiet because he agrees and he's happy for the acknowledge but keeps that to himself.]
...I have spent a long time seeing the worst humanity has to offer. Humans aren't perfect. A lot of humans aren't even good. But...while I would understand the reason and in some cases I might agree with that reasoning, I wouldn't hold back from what I had to do if you were possessed. You can trust me with that.
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[...]
Well said, though.
[That's all she says at first, letting a silence settle between them. There's another bite of ice cream, mechanical. She hasn't returned to her usual cheer -- or no, maybe she was never cheerful to begin with, and it's the first time she's ever been this honest.
Sometimes she can't tell, herself.]
I'll be going shortly. If there's anything you wish to discuss before I leave...
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It terrifies him, but he doesn't say so.]
...you promise you'll be careful?
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She turns to him, reaching up and ruffing his hair. Her voice gentles despite herself.]
I don't make habits of putting myself into situations I don't think I can walk away from. It will be dangerous, but I'll do my utmost to come back to you.
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...I'm not happy, to be honest, but I know you're right and this is the fastest way to get intel and see how we can fight this thing. So. I'll wait for you.
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[Reaching up and ruffling his hair more, voice suddenly sparked with amusement. She gives a tongue a cluck]
Sometimes girls really like to hear when you're concerned about them~
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Do they? [But there's a grin.] Then consider me concerned...I don't want to see anything happen to you that we weren't prepared for.
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[She'll stop her merciless teasing to drop her hand back to her side, grinning.]
Then I have no choice but to be extra careful for your sake, Master.
[Said like it really is that easy, and all she needs is proof of Junpei's unease to keep her in line.
... She wishes that were the case, deep down.]
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You really don't. [Casual. Let him die, he actually cares more than he want to admit.] You're going soon?
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Her tails giving a small wag at the kiss, and she fiddles with her fingers, looking at the floor. By the gods did that backfire on her.]
Y-yes. Unless you require my presence longer...
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It's okay. While you go, I have a few leads to follow up on my own. But come see me when this is over just to make sure the possession didn't pass.
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As you wish. I will see you soon then, Master.
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OOOOOOH BOY she sure had "fun"]