In a manner of speaking. They could not confess to what they had done if they were... in essence corrupted. Darkness had overtaken their soul, and kept them from admitting to what they had done even if their conscience raged against them.
Not for the same reasons, but... The people who killed in my last group would put everyone in even more danger if we confessed. So there was nothing physically stopping us, but we didn't want anyone else to get hurt, or worse.
[he frowns.]
But I've heard there were groups that didn't have a barrier like that. I'm wondering... maybe, if this is one of those situations, we might be able to find out why someone killed her.
It may be possible - but we will have to discover that person first. At the very least... 'motive', as I believe it is called, is often hard for me to understand.
Yeah... Recently I've been trying this thing where instead of thinking of the worst case scenario, I just try to focus on what I can do instead, you know?
[he nods after a moment, though]
Well... You have things that upset you, right? Or things that you want? It has to get really extreme for anyone to kill over those, but... I think it usually stems from that.
Mm, indeed, indeed. I believe that to be a very resourceful mindset - I hope it will guide you far.
[though at the question, mikazuki appears thoughtful]
... it varies from person to person, I imagine. But I believe for us... it is rarely something personal that moves our blades. After all, we are still learning to be people.
However... while one's duty may be close to them, I do not believe that striking down another for the sake of duty is comparable to a personal desire to kill them.
Enemy soldiers are at war, for example... but before they crossed blades, they would never have had a reason to desire the other dead.
...I get what you mean. It's like, the difference between the desire to hurt someone, and the desire to protect something else, even if they both end in the same outcome. Right?
Ha ha ha... I believe that few people gathered here would.
After all, agreement only came after the requirement of our loved ones being held dear. And so I wonder if that desire to protect was the greater motivator overall.
Right. It can be hard to trust people, sometimes, but... That seems like a pretty low bar to clear. I mean, not finding that kind of thing enjoyable. So I'd definitely hope you're right.
[he will take rupert's hand - and with his other, gently rest it atop. holding this young man's hands between his, assuming the position of his grandfather now.]
'Sorry' is not sentiment enough for what you have lost.
But I remain glad that I have had the chance to meet you.
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Was there any such obstacle in yours?
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[he frowns.]
But I've heard there were groups that didn't have a barrier like that. I'm wondering... maybe, if this is one of those situations, we might be able to find out why someone killed her.
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[mikazuki looks thoughtful]
It may be possible - but we will have to discover that person first. At the very least... 'motive', as I believe it is called, is often hard for me to understand.
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[he tilts his head, though]
What do you mean?
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[as for his question, mikazuki simply has another sip of his tea]
What drives one individual to kill another... Such a concept is an odd concept to a blade, who is forged for a singular purpose.
And yet, at once, we have never felt this unique desire ourselves.
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[he nods after a moment, though]
Well... You have things that upset you, right? Or things that you want? It has to get really extreme for anyone to kill over those, but... I think it usually stems from that.
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[though at the question, mikazuki appears thoughtful]
... it varies from person to person, I imagine. But I believe for us... it is rarely something personal that moves our blades. After all, we are still learning to be people.
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If not something personal... Then what?
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Otherwise, duty.
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[honestly curious]
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However... while one's duty may be close to them, I do not believe that striking down another for the sake of duty is comparable to a personal desire to kill them.
Enemy soldiers are at war, for example... but before they crossed blades, they would never have had a reason to desire the other dead.
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...I get what you mean. It's like, the difference between the desire to hurt someone, and the desire to protect something else, even if they both end in the same outcome. Right?
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Both may be so very close to one's heart... but one reason is simpler for me to understand than another, in terms of personal experience.
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After all, agreement only came after the requirement of our loved ones being held dear. And so I wonder if that desire to protect was the greater motivator overall.
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[but he won't say anymore on the matter,]
We will simply do our best with our efforts tomorrow. I believe in that, and all of you.
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In what way did you mean surprising, that time?
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What type of environment do you come from, Rupert? Was your kingdom often at war? Were your citizenry safe and comfortable?
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There's no kingdom or citizenry anymore. It's just me.
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mikazuki tilts his head thoughtfully at that, even as his expression softens.
after a moment, he offers a hand out, palm up.]
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'Sorry' is not sentiment enough for what you have lost.
But I remain glad that I have had the chance to meet you.
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...There's a lot I haven't lost, too. There are some things you can't take away that easily.
[one, of course, is moments like this. he nods.]
I'm glad I got the chance to meet you, too.