[Liem cannot say “Yes, I think he would come. I think he would fight for me.” Not to her; not when she so obviously feels that Set has failed her, has refused to stand up for her against Sebastian in spite of the cruelties the demon has conducted against her. Even if he must believe so; even if Set has demanded that he believe it.
He keeps his silence, considering Hayame’s bitter words, and the fearful plea she offers in their wake.]
I will bring an ally with me, in future.
[When next he seeks danger. He hopes it will not be anywhere near Sebastian or his home, but he is forced to admit that this remains a possibility, and Hayame is right to fear.]
The task was more dangerous than I anticipated. Nothing I couldn’t contend with, but… I will admit the wisdom in what you suggest.
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He keeps his silence, considering Hayame’s bitter words, and the fearful plea she offers in their wake.]
I will bring an ally with me, in future.
[When next he seeks danger. He hopes it will not be anywhere near Sebastian or his home, but he is forced to admit that this remains a possibility, and Hayame is right to fear.]
The task was more dangerous than I anticipated. Nothing I couldn’t contend with, but… I will admit the wisdom in what you suggest.
I don’t want to be a source of worry for you.