When she attempts to move behind him, he merely turns, bringing his blade back and he drags it across the floor and upwards right to where she is. Yet again he's making it easy for her to dodge, but if she doesn't dodge it'll stop right before her side.
She was doing alright, but he could read her movements and she could try and be faster too. Training, she needed training.]
[ He really is pretty fast too.. although she supposes it can't be helped, he's much more used to combat than she is, after all. All she can hope is to keep dodging him - attacking is practically impossible like this, her only option is trying to tackle him by kicking him at the ankles or something but he's so heavy there's no way even that would work, huh?
She quickly tries to dodge - backwards now she has more space to do so, away from him with a backflip. ]
[He grins at that, bursting out into laughter. Oh man he hadn't expected that from her at all! That's really interesting. She has some really good moves it seems! But okay, he's going to wrap this up already.
Senji dashes towards her, it seems like he's moving at a very fast pace unlike before, not actually holding back in this moment. In an instant he's closed the distance between them, and he's in his regular fighting stance, swiping at her and it seems far too fast for her to even see properly. His blade stops just short of her neck though, and Senji holds that position.]
Shit..! [ It's more out of instinct that she actually curses, since the moment he comes at her that fast she knows she's cornered. And she knows he won't really hurt her - which is why she's not surprised to stop it right in front of her neck there - but the situation almost made it feel that way all the same.
A moment or two later she seems to stop tensing up like that though, instead letting out a sigh. ]
.. Well, it's not like we were evenly matched to begin with.
....But there might be enemies out there that will be as strong as me, maybe even stronger. Don't go around claiming you're strong or that you'll be fine on your own, that's a way to get killed.
Don't be afraid to ask for help when you need it, the difference between life and death for you could be another person watching your back.
[ Suddenly something that's so very simple but which she never really thought about seems to click in her mind with those words. Don't go around claiming that, that's a way.. to get killed.. That's right. She always has said that, but that's exactly because she was fine even with dying, right? Since she had nothing to live for anymore.
But here.. she does. That's why his advice suddenly seems even more important, as something that should be taken seriously no matter what. But even so-- ]
I wouldn't want to bring anyone else into trouble though. [ Even so, her selflessness is even stronger. ]
[He's going to remove that blade from his arm, setting it down somewhere. It's a damn good thing he got these custom made a long time ago, they've really come in handy.]
Either you train and get stronger or you ask someone that's strong enough to handle anything that comes your way. [HIM, PICK HIM.]
[ .. It's a little difficult. Mostly since she's never 100% sure with Senji, I mean, it's obvious that he's hinting at himself, but on the other hand, she can never be sure if it's just a coincidence, whether he really wants to help out.. but after this conversation of all things there's no way he wouldn't want to help, right? If not just a little.. ]
I wonder where I can find someone like that. [ It's obvious from the way she's looking at him and how she actually seems a little.. well, grateful already that she's practically asking him. ] I'd really have to ask them in that case.
[ Well, at least that gives confirmation. And she does trust Senji in the end, 100%. So if there's anyone she knows she can fully rely on to help her once he promises to do so.. ]
Then.. will you help me out if I'll need it once there's a big fight here, Senji?
Hah.... that damn upcoming war huh? That's somethin' to think about too....
[He walks over to the bench, grabbing the coffee he had set down before and drinks it. He looks down at his cup when he speaks up next, a grin plastered on his face.]
...Just say the word, red, and I'll be there by coincidence to help you out.
By coincidence, huh? [ Yup, that sure sounds like Senji alright. It's completely what he'd say too if he ever did pop up and save her life or something like that..
But still.. she's glad. Sure, there's probably more people she can rely on here to help her out if it really came down to it, but most of them - Rudolf, Shiki - she would rather not get into danger. But she knows Senji is tough, definitely moreso than most people here.
So she can't help but smile. It's strange, having someone day that, but nice. ]
I'll be relying on you then. Hope that doesn't make you too nervous.
[Senji turns to look at her when he hears her say those words. He opens his mouth to say something but then he sees her.... actually smiling?! Oh god. He's never seen her smile before, and he's actually stunned for a second. He feels the color rise to his cheeks and he looks away.
Shit...! This is why women are dangerous-!]
...D...doesn't make me nervous, shut up already. [it's her smile that makes him nervous okay. He clears his throat, the flush leaving him at least.]
That heavy weight of responsibility will keep me goin' stronger than before, you'll see.
.. i meant to say someone LIKE that up there, what happened..
[ .. Huh? She hardly even realises what's up with him, she just raises her eyebrows as if she's just.. confused.. ]
You're sure? I'm not even teasing or whatever [ since okay, okay, she admits she does that a few times.. but that's just proof of how she gets along with him, okay. ] but you looked sort of weird for a moment there.
You looked weird too.... [THAT SMILE.] I know you're not teasing, and I'm being serious too. It doesn't make me nervous, it'll push me forward if anything.
I know. You're.. strong, Senji. [ Knowing his backstory and having him seen in action makes her sure of this fact - both physically and mentally he's stronger than her, she doesn't doubt that. ]
I bet no enemy would be a match for you in that war.
[it comes with years of training, really. Seeing his friends that he had considered to be family laying there, dead, ripped up entirely.. it had changed him so drastically.]
Cheh.... better believe it. Still-.... I ain't gonna help with the war. There are others to do that, I'm no keeper of the peace, I'm just Kiyomasa Senji. If someone wants to face me then they'll soon reach the gates of hell. [basically saying he'll kill them so fucking fast.]
Yeah, I figure you wouldn't be one to be on the frontlines. Especially not without a good reason. [ ... ] Not that it matters, I'm not particularly planning on fighting for the good of this city or whatever either. Other people who do feel like it can do that.
[Senji just smirks at that, his grin completely evident now.]
....Good. [she doesn't need to fight, he doesn't want her to anyways.] I know you at least have a brain, those fuckers that want to die so badly can go right ahead and do it for a stupid reason. They'll learn their lesson soon enough.
[ Ange probably wouldn't put it as bluntly, although honestly the sentiment she feels about it isn't that far off from it either way.. so she doesn't seem to care much about what he says. ]
It helps, either way. It means I won't have to worry about you putting your life in danger over something dumb like some people I know might.
Those kinds of people will soon find out it's not worth it to risk your life for others that are so ungrateful. They'll forget what you did for them in time.
I still remember how you saved my life after I got stabbed. [ JUST SAYING, YOU KNOW.. there are good people out there, Senji!! She's not even saying it in a smartass tone, she's just being honest. ]
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Far too predictable.
When she attempts to move behind him, he merely turns, bringing his blade back and he drags it across the floor and upwards right to where she is. Yet again he's making it easy for her to dodge, but if she doesn't dodge it'll stop right before her side.
She was doing alright, but he could read her movements and she could try and be faster too. Training, she needed training.]
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She quickly tries to dodge - backwards now she has more space to do so, away from him with a backflip. ]
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[He grins at that, bursting out into laughter. Oh man he hadn't expected that from her at all! That's really interesting. She has some really good moves it seems! But okay, he's going to wrap this up already.
Senji dashes towards her, it seems like he's moving at a very fast pace unlike before, not actually holding back in this moment. In an instant he's closed the distance between them, and he's in his regular fighting stance, swiping at her and it seems far too fast for her to even see properly. His blade stops just short of her neck though, and Senji holds that position.]
...But you're still too slow.
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A moment or two later she seems to stop tensing up like that though, instead letting out a sigh. ]
.. Well, it's not like we were evenly matched to begin with.
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True, but you do got some good moves. I guess I don't need to be concerned about you all that much. [...whoops.]
Well, not like I would ever be concerned, but still.
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....But there might be enemies out there that will be as strong as me, maybe even stronger. Don't go around claiming you're strong or that you'll be fine on your own, that's a way to get killed.
Don't be afraid to ask for help when you need it, the difference between life and death for you could be another person watching your back.
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But here.. she does. That's why his advice suddenly seems even more important, as something that should be taken seriously no matter what. But even so-- ]
I wouldn't want to bring anyone else into trouble though. [ Even so, her selflessness is even stronger. ]
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[He's going to remove that blade from his arm, setting it down somewhere. It's a damn good thing he got these custom made a long time ago, they've really come in handy.]
Either you train and get stronger or you ask someone that's strong enough to handle anything that comes your way. [HIM, PICK HIM.]
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I wonder where I can find someone like that. [ It's obvious from the way she's looking at him and how she actually seems a little.. well, grateful already that she's practically asking him. ] I'd really have to ask them in that case.
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[He turns to look at her, and even though he was frowning during his spiel here his expression is already turning into a lopsided smirk.]
They might change their mind if you don't hurry up.
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Then.. will you help me out if I'll need it once there's a big fight here, Senji?
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[He walks over to the bench, grabbing the coffee he had set down before and drinks it. He looks down at his cup when he speaks up next, a grin plastered on his face.]
...Just say the word, red, and I'll be there by coincidence to help you out.
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But still.. she's glad. Sure, there's probably more people she can rely on here to help her out if it really came down to it, but most of them - Rudolf, Shiki - she would rather not get into danger. But she knows Senji is tough, definitely moreso than most people here.
So she can't help but smile. It's strange, having someone day that, but nice. ]
I'll be relying on you then. Hope that doesn't make you too nervous.
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Shit...! This is why women are dangerous-!]
...D...doesn't make me nervous, shut up already. [it's her smile that makes him nervous okay. He clears his throat, the flush leaving him at least.]
That heavy weight of responsibility will keep me goin' stronger than before, you'll see.
.. i meant to say someone LIKE that up there, what happened..
You're sure? I'm not even teasing or whatever [ since okay, okay, she admits she does that a few times.. but that's just proof of how she gets along with him, okay. ] but you looked sort of weird for a moment there.
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You looked weird too.... [THAT SMILE.] I know you're not teasing, and I'm being serious too. It doesn't make me nervous, it'll push me forward if anything.
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I bet no enemy would be a match for you in that war.
yep thats it totally
Cheh.... better believe it. Still-.... I ain't gonna help with the war. There are others to do that, I'm no keeper of the peace, I'm just Kiyomasa Senji. If someone wants to face me then they'll soon reach the gates of hell. [basically saying he'll kill them so fucking fast.]
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Yeah, I figure you wouldn't be one to be on the frontlines. Especially not without a good reason. [ ... ] Not that it matters, I'm not particularly planning on fighting for the good of this city or whatever either. Other people who do feel like it can do that.
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....Good. [she doesn't need to fight, he doesn't want her to anyways.] I know you at least have a brain, those fuckers that want to die so badly can go right ahead and do it for a stupid reason. They'll learn their lesson soon enough.
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It helps, either way. It means I won't have to worry about you putting your life in danger over something dumb like some people I know might.
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[being a cop was suffering....]
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I still remember how you saved my life after I got stabbed. [ JUST SAYING, YOU KNOW.. there are good people out there, Senji!! She's not even saying it in a smartass tone, she's just being honest. ]
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Forget about that. It was a one time deal.
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It's not like I'm some damsel in distress who needs all the help either way. That was an exception.
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