[An honor-bound sword. He's not surprised, but it's a little disheartening at the same time. He has suspicions about how this might end, and while he gets that swords are pretty sturdy when it comes to their emotions, loyalty is something that's tricky in these situations.]
I know you won't. You'll do fine. [So he'll just shove all of his own baggage elsewhere to pick apart later.] Whenever the time comes...let's talk before you head into battle. It'll be easier that way.
[It's fine. He'll learn the hard way. Maybe his spirit will be broken... (relieved)]
Alright. I'll find you before deploying for battle, Junpei-san. I hope we get a chance to fight. There's nothing more thrilling than being on the battlefield and fighting for your master and your friends.
I'll, uh, take your word for that. [Wow.] I've never been on a battlefield. [...] But it's always good to have something to fight for. Even if you don't always understand why.
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I know you won't. You'll do fine. [So he'll just shove all of his own baggage elsewhere to pick apart later.] Whenever the time comes...let's talk before you head into battle. It'll be easier that way.
[Knowing other people's plans usually is.]
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Alright. I'll find you before deploying for battle, Junpei-san. I hope we get a chance to fight. There's nothing more thrilling than being on the battlefield and fighting for your master and your friends.
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I'll, uh, take your word for that. [Wow.] I've never been on a battlefield. [...] But it's always good to have something to fight for. Even if you don't always understand why.
Did seeing the room yourself help at all?
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Yes. I understand a little better. Thank you for taking the time to show me.
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[Junpei gets a very formal, polite bow--at the waist with a hand across his chest.]
Thank you again, Junpei-san. I'm going to go check on elder brother to make sure he isn't in any trouble.
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[The bow is only at the shoulders, but a departing one, and then he turns to go ahead and leave TO MAKE SURE HIGEKIRI ISN'T CAUSING CHAOS.]