divus | GODLY AUDIENCES - TAKAOMI SHISHIMARU

Even if we've decided on someone, we still need to get everyone else's opinions, so we'll see. I just want to make sure you guys have a non-shitty leader.

... like I said before, my wish is still achievable back home by winning the top seat. So I'd rather use it for something else here.

...it's a selfless goal, and I find it admirable. Also, I'd prefer a leader who's willing to lead us well but if it were up to me we wouldn't be playing this game in the first place.

So. I understand the complications of other people's opinions. I almost don't envy that position.

... who wouldn't be willing?

Anyone focused on their own well-being mostly. I'm sure you can guess.

[ hmmmm ]

Yeah. They're not that bad though.

...you've managed to develop some form of amicability with nearly all of us, haven't you?

I never did win over Indulgence...

[ alas ]

He's a bit fickle so I'm hardly surprised. But you tried at least. For that, many of us are grateful.

[ he shrugs ]

It was just easier talking to you guys.

Do you still feel that way? That it's easier than the other participants.

[ ... he sighs ]

Yeah. I tried, but it... didn't work out with the participants. I was a little late.

Perhaps so...and yet, I think going forward it may help you in the real world. Making connections is a very delicate balance. Some find it easy, while others don't.

I think you've grown better about it than you were, at least.

... I dunno, maybe it'll go back to the way it was before once I'm not running around here.

[ he doesn't actually sound... certain about that though. ]

Unfortunately I doubt that. Not if you go forth remembering everything as is. And that's ultimately what you plan, isn't it?

... yeah.

[ senri may, in fact, lose his absolute shit if taka did not. ]

Even more reason to doubt it will resume its previous form. [There's a thoughtful hum.]

...you'll be alright, at least. And that's comforting enough.