[He can be cruel, and he should be cruel, and he opens his mouth to do so, because sometimes cruelty is a kindness in and of itself and it's the only kindness he really, really knows. But-- he's weak. He's a horrid, weak creature, and the thought of intentionally shredding something so precious is a thought that crushes him, as he is now.
But he listens to what Mandricardo says, and stares at his face with a sort of mournful air, watching tears catch the light.]
...This is all that I can do.
[Bring misery to those he cares for. Hurt and hurt, with his own two hands. Everywhere he is, suffering follows. To look at the people who deserve the best in the world and see their expressions twisted in pain, in sorrow - to see them crying over and over, because they had the misfortune of crossing paths with him...
He can't continue to be as selfish as he's been.
Another step back, and another; a leg buckles a little, but he doesn't fall this time. He holds the sword - sheathed, at least - up to his chest, as though it's a shield.]
I don't need help. I can treat my own injuries, so - let me help you, instead. Please.
[Can't believe his stupid ass is like this but he's absolutely going to try turning and booking it again.]
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But he listens to what Mandricardo says, and stares at his face with a sort of mournful air, watching tears catch the light.]
...This is all that I can do.
[Bring misery to those he cares for. Hurt and hurt, with his own two hands. Everywhere he is, suffering follows. To look at the people who deserve the best in the world and see their expressions twisted in pain, in sorrow - to see them crying over and over, because they had the misfortune of crossing paths with him...
He can't continue to be as selfish as he's been.
Another step back, and another; a leg buckles a little, but he doesn't fall this time. He holds the sword - sheathed, at least - up to his chest, as though it's a shield.]
I don't need help. I can treat my own injuries, so - let me help you, instead. Please.
[Can't believe his stupid ass is like this but he's absolutely going to try turning and booking it again.]