been ages since I played this lady

[what_drfox_says]

You forgot your medicines again? Really, what should I do with you? And you're so quick to tell people to be vigilant about these things . . .

Well, I won't nag you because it's not as though it was idiocy on your part. You're not a like a certain rooster head whose name I won't mention. Just remember to take your medicines next time.

In addition to that, it's certainly not helping that you're worrying about playing me once again. I haven't changed, and just because you have doesn't mean that there's writing on the wall as soon as you start putting down my thoughts on paper.

I'm going back to work. You should too - and take your medicines!

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[what_drfox_says]

Yes, and then quick to tell their friends to be conscientious with theirs. If only they heeded their own advice.

It seems to be an epidemic of forgetfulness amongst these muns.

[mantenbou]

Unfortunately, a cure for carelessness and hypocrisy is yet to be discovered.

[She smiles, but it's somewhat sad. Like she's the one to talk about those, huh...]

All we can do is keep reminding them of it and believe in them, no?

[what_drfox_says]

[Megumi was quick to see that, but she didn't comment. She wasn't one for propriety, but neither was she the type to pry needlessly.]

You remind me a little bit of someone that I know. He always does his best to pursue what he believes in.

[mantenbou]

[Megumi may not be aware of that, but this description isn't too far off; although in this case... it's not necessarily a good thing.]

Ah? That flatters me. [Litchi gives the other woman a warm smile.] I'm sure your friend will eventually be able to achieve his goals that way.

[If only she could say that about herself with the same certainty... no, she has to. She's gone way too far to have doubts now.]

[what_drfox_says]

I believe so. He is working towards contributing to a peaceful era, and we all stand behind him.

[Megumi returned the smile.]

I hope that you too have friends to support you.

[mantenbou]

A noble cause like that... I'm certain many people would support it. It's not something that can be achieved alone, after all, but it sounds like that friend of your might... no, he definitely can make that happen.

[A peaceful era... what a wonderful concept, and an almost unimaginable one under current circumstances.]

As for myself, I'm afraid my own objectives are more... personal. [Selfish, she doesn't want to say or even think, but it's what it is.] It's also something only I can do─ ah, no, that's not right. Something... only I'm willing to do, I should say.

[Everyone she asked for help told her it's hopeless. That she should just let it go. That there's no point. No matter how much she begged Kokonoe, she'd refuse to listen. The way Litchi sees it, she's the only who still hasn't given up on Roy.]

That's why...

[She trails off, feeling the rest is better left unsaid.]

[what_drfox_says]

[Megumi simply listened silently. Obviously there was more that this woman wasn't divulging, and she wasn't going to ask because she'd divulge it if she wanted to.]

Why is it only you that is willing? Is it because your cause is futile, dangerous, stupid, or all of the above?

[Megumi had never been known for softening her words.]

[mantenbou]

[After years spent at Kokonoe's side, brutal honesty is something Litchi is used to, and she doesn't mind it in the slightest. In fact, she considers it a good trait... and definitely preferable to the constant falsehood of a certain NOL captain.]

All of them, I image... Most notably the former. [Everyone keeps stressing it's a lost cause, repeating that over and over again.] But I... I'm sure there must be a way.

[As she speaks, her expression changes to something more sad, but also desperate at the same time; almost like she's trying to convince─ or fool─ herself with her own words (which, in fact, she is).

Realizing she might have gotten ahead of herself, Litchi suddenly stops, and gives the other woman an apologetic smile.]

... I'm sorry. I didn't mean to unload my troubles on a stranger... I must be boring you.