[Nikki... He looks concerned as she trails off, his facial expression one of pure sympathy — but that changes once she asks a question. Akechi flinches, lips pressed together like he's desperately trying to hold something back, but it's useless. A moment later, he blurts out:]
B— Better not tell you now...
[He suddenly looks so, so miserable.]
... Forgive me, Nikki-san. I... [He shakes his head.] I promise I won't rest until I've uncovered the truth, but please don't ask any questions. I can't answer them in this state.
[Though whatever the heck that was has left him looking somewhat weary, he still sounds relieved when he replies to her. Thank you for understanding, rabies-chan.......]
I'll be counting on you and the others to get to the bottom of this. Likewise, you can rely on me. The truth behind Tenoh-san's death will come to light.
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B— Better not tell you now...
[He suddenly looks so, so miserable.]
... Forgive me, Nikki-san. I... [He shakes his head.] I promise I won't rest until I've uncovered the truth, but please don't ask any questions. I can't answer them in this state.
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...I won't ask, then. But, if I can help at all...
[She looks down at her hands.]
I'm no detective, but... there are so many of us here. You don't have to do this alone.
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[Though whatever the heck that was has left him looking somewhat weary, he still sounds relieved when he replies to her. Thank you for understanding, rabies-chan.......]
I'll be counting on you and the others to get to the bottom of this. Likewise, you can rely on me. The truth behind Tenoh-san's death will come to light.