discrepantTo be given this chance to speak these words. A dog such as myself, I am undeserving of such an honor. [A light blush.] Ah, yet it is rather exciting! What would I give to truly express these thoughts to her, in person. Even when the city has no indication of knowing what day it truly is, I will always find a way to express my deepest gratitude and affections towards her. I only wish I can truly say it to her, but I do believe you have mention the possibility there could be a version of her here. That's why...I will do so, at least, here.
[Just like how his mun wished him a "happy birthday", Soushi wished to convey the same sentiments for his master. His expression will grow very soft.]
Ririchiyo-sama, wherever you may be, whatever you may be doing, my only wish and desire is that you are having a wonderful birthday. [Hands on his chest.] I sincerely hope you are enjoying this day to the fullest, even if I am unable to be with you on such an important occasion. [Shaking his head.] No, on one of the most important moments of her life. How can I be missing such an occasion to be with you!?
[Just as he was going to lecture himself over his duties and how he should be there even if he is being held against his he will, he will seize from doing so. Instead he decided to express it by allowing his smile to greatly weaken, but it was still there.]
...I...I miss her greatly...I am uncertain if I can continue living like this... [But he knows he has to, for her sake, and even if it breaks both his heart and soul. He can only suffer in silence, but in the end of the day, he was still happy because he was able to reach the most important day of his and his master's life -- her birthday. The reminder was more than enough to make him a little happy.]