I do not believe that would be the final straw to break my already taut mental stamina, though I admit every new and exciting day tests it's capacity more and more.
I ran into someone who was you but not you. Rather, he could have been your younger counterpart, or perhaps a brother, and I could not determine if something had befallen you, the HiMERU-san that I know, before I'd gotten an answer from you.
[He had suspected it would be something like this... Ah, where does he even begin to explain...]
So you've met the younger HiMERU. Unsurprising...
There is an explanation for all of this, Ayase. Sorry this has been such a frazzling experience for you. However, this may be something best explained all at once, to the whole group. It seems you were far from the only one to have encountered him.
Rest assured that the HiMERU you know (and are speaking to) is well and unharmed.
This is difficult to ask of you, but until we can best organize an opportunity to get everyone on the same page... HiMERU requests your patience, and your discretion. Would you be able to put your questions on hold until we can all talk together?
[Well, that does tell him something, at least. It tells him that HiMERU knows who he is, and they are, in fact, two separate people. It makes him think he might be on the mark with calling him his brother. It sounds complicated, though, and Mayoi can glean just enough to know that the fact that there are two of them under an alias has probably been a huge fucking secret this entire time and no one expected for it to get exposed like this.]
[It's extremely curious and- well. Mayoi knows a little bit about what happened at Reimei. He can take some guesses that aren't ...pleasant. Still, he has no reason to press this topic. He'd only wanted to make sure that this HiMERU was still safe.]
I was simply worried ...this place can be so dangerous, after all. I understand, though. I will act with discretion until you are ready to explain.
[Another message follows it, after a few moments.]
Pardon me if this is presumptuous on my part but
HiMERU-san is entitled to his secrets at the end of the day, even now. I will respect what you wish to share, but I, at least, will not press you for anything more than that.
If only everyone could be as understanding as you.
[Which... makes him wonder if he can push this a little further.]
There is... one more caveat, if you are willing to hear it. It is a simple one, but perhaps you may find it more challenging... though it would mean a great deal should you take this into consideration.
Unfortunately it will not make much difference if he does or does not comply, as the result is... likely unavoidable. But time... and timing is important.]
It is nothing so compromising. You already agreed to keep use discretion, and that should especially go for Tatsumi.
There is a chance they will find each other anyway, and that cannot be helped. But will you think it selfish — foolish to want to delay the inevitable pain that will come with it?
Think what you will of me, Ayase, but my sincere wish is for no one to get hurt unnecessarily.
[He had a number of scenarios running through his head as he waited for HiMERU's response. Little by little he is getting more pieces of this puzzle. Luckily what HiMERU asks is not ...really so difficult.]
I will speak none of this to Tatsumi-san until you are ready to speak with the group. I cannot keep him locked up, but for him to just be on the mend from the flu, I do not think he will be terribly active.
I will try to occupy him.
[Personally, Mayoi sees nothing wrong with HiMERU wanting to tackle things on his own terms. Whatever their situation is, its complicated, delicate, and should be handled with care. He does not begrudge HiMERU that.]
[Oh, thank fuck. He was actually... pretty nervous about that. He had expected Mayoi to side with Tatsumi no matter what, but this is better than he could've asked for.]
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If
If you would not mind could you please answer the question
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Ah. Has the sugar withdrawal finally rendered you insane?
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[ARE THERE TWO OF THEM? WHY ARE THEY BOTH PICKING ON HIM LIKE THIIIIIIS]
[HE DID NOT ASK FOR THIS.]
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I ran into someone who was you but not you. Rather, he could have been your younger counterpart, or perhaps a brother, and I could not determine if something had befallen you, the HiMERU-san that I know, before I'd gotten an answer from you.
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So you've met the younger HiMERU. Unsurprising...
There is an explanation for all of this, Ayase. Sorry this has been such a frazzling experience for you. However, this may be something best explained all at once, to the whole group. It seems you were far from the only one to have encountered him.
Rest assured that the HiMERU you know (and are speaking to) is well and unharmed.
This is difficult to ask of you, but until we can best organize an opportunity to get everyone on the same page... HiMERU requests your patience, and your discretion. Would you be able to put your questions on hold until we can all talk together?
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[It's extremely curious and- well. Mayoi knows a little bit about what happened at Reimei. He can take some guesses that aren't ...pleasant. Still, he has no reason to press this topic. He'd only wanted to make sure that this HiMERU was still safe.]
I was simply worried ...this place can be so dangerous, after all. I understand, though. I will act with discretion until you are ready to explain.
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Pardon me if this is presumptuous on my part but
HiMERU-san is entitled to his secrets at the end of the day, even now. I will respect what you wish to share, but I, at least, will not press you for anything more than that.
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Thank you, Ayase.
If only everyone could be as understanding as you.
[Which... makes him wonder if he can push this a little further.]
There is... one more caveat, if you are willing to hear it. It is a simple one, but perhaps you may find it more challenging... though it would mean a great deal should you take this into consideration.
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I will listen, and then decide, depending on what it might be. However, I will be honest in whether I choose yes or no.
[He can offer that much, but he isn't going to just blindly agree.]
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Unfortunately it will not make much difference if he does or does not comply, as the result is... likely unavoidable. But time... and timing is important.]
It is nothing so compromising. You already agreed to keep use discretion, and that should especially go for Tatsumi.
There is a chance they will find each other anyway, and that cannot be helped. But will you think it selfish — foolish to want to delay the inevitable pain that will come with it?
Think what you will of me, Ayase, but my sincere wish is for no one to get hurt unnecessarily.
[He has never asked anything of Mayoi before.]
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[He had a number of scenarios running through his head as he waited for HiMERU's response. Little by little he is getting more pieces of this puzzle. Luckily what HiMERU asks is not ...really so difficult.]
I will speak none of this to Tatsumi-san until you are ready to speak with the group. I cannot keep him locked up, but for him to just be on the mend from the flu, I do not think he will be terribly active.
I will try to occupy him.
[Personally, Mayoi sees nothing wrong with HiMERU wanting to tackle things on his own terms. Whatever their situation is, its complicated, delicate, and should be handled with care. He does not begrudge HiMERU that.]
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Thank you.
Your kindness will not be forgotten.
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I am merely doing what I would hope for if I were in your place.