Sakura used to serve me. He entered into a contract with me after I freed him from his previous master's service. Since then, he has only known duty and responsibility.
I have not revealed who I am to him in the worry that he might fall back into these old patterns. I am not his lord here nor do I wish to be. I would like to get to know him as a friend and equal before letting our prior relationship be known. It is a selfish request - but I ask that especially in interactions with him that my past identity stay hidden.
I will broach the subject with him when I believe I am ready.
I can keep that much a secret. I feel like the amnesia part of this is, like, sometimes a blessing... though, can I like be honest with you for a second? I'm hoping he starts to open up a bit. He still seems pretty closed off and uber quiet. Not sure if that's how he was back home, but... [ shrugs. ] Anyway. I won't say anything and let me know if you need a hand or anything in regard to, well, anything. We're teammates and friends, right?
He's never had a chance to explore a life outside of his responsibilities. So this adjustment must be hard for him. Nor do I know how well is he fitting in with the rest of his unit as I only know Valour on Taisho.
And while Zhongli has had much experience with consoling those left behind, he finds himself truly at a loss to be able to comfort someone who has passed on. ]
It’s… not that big of a deal. It kind of totes came as a surprise, since, well, memory roulette and all, but… I died protecting Busan, so I can’t be mad about that.
Well I agree that your life was well lived in the protection of a home you loved, I must respectfully affirm that is indeed... as you call it "big deal."
The coming and passing of all life is very precious. And yours among them is included.
If you would allow me, might I prepare a Rite of Parting for the life that you left behind. I am quite knowledgeable on the subject as part of my previous occupation.
...ah, I... you don't have to do. [ but having some sort of ceremony might help the feelings she still has ( but pretends she doesn't ) about the entire thing. ] If you're sure it's not too much trouble, then I guess I don't mind.
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I have not revealed who I am to him in the worry that he might fall back into these old patterns. I am not his lord here nor do I wish to be. I would like to get to know him as a friend and equal before letting our prior relationship be known. It is a selfish request - but I ask that especially in interactions with him that my past identity stay hidden.
I will broach the subject with him when I believe I am ready.
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So the best we can do for him right now is to give him both support and time to spread his own wings without influence.
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It is not so different from how you protect Buscan, though I pray for a happy ending for your tale.
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[ He reaches out to place a hand on her shoulder.
And while Zhongli has had much experience with consoling those left behind, he finds himself truly at a loss to be able to comfort someone who has passed on. ]
I am sorry...
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The coming and passing of all life is very precious. And yours among them is included.
If you would allow me, might I prepare a Rite of Parting for the life that you left behind. I am quite knowledgeable on the subject as part of my previous occupation.
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[ And he reaches for DVa's hands, giving them a little squeeze. ]
I would be honored to do this for you.
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If not, I can attempt a guess and you can tell me if I am right or not.
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Then how about colors and flowers and shapes and smells.
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And your color.
I can see what attracts you to them.
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