So far, you are the only two have persisted, likely because of some sense of obligation. [ What else could it be? And though he knew Hizumi was right, that again lead him to his deliberate avoidance when it came to talking to others more than he had to. To establish such a bond was an annoyance.

But the reply that followed was again quiet, hollow, and deprived of any definite emotion. ]

Are you sure I haven't already touched there, Hizumi?