[Soushi is starting to look better, even if it's just slightly, and it helps alleviate the worry Shinju is feeling. Maybe he can help, after all.
He nods at the question, then scratches his head and furrows an eyebrow, wondering how to explain.] Well, it was about two thousand years ago... nobody really knows the details, but it was part of the world that became inhabitable... as far as I know, anyway. [He shrugs; it's pretty much just vague history book stuff to him.] Some of the language and culture still survive in different places, though. [As if his name didn't make that obvious.
He definitely notices the change in expression. Attempts to encourage Soushi, go!]
Well, don't worry. Maybe you'll get to see her soon. I'm sure she feels lucky to have someone so dedicated to her. [Though his initial words made it seem as though he was a servant of sorts, he could tell there were deeper feelings than just for an employer.]
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He nods at the question, then scratches his head and furrows an eyebrow, wondering how to explain.] Well, it was about two thousand years ago... nobody really knows the details, but it was part of the world that became inhabitable... as far as I know, anyway. [He shrugs; it's pretty much just vague history book stuff to him.] Some of the language and culture still survive in different places, though. [As if his name didn't make that obvious.
He definitely notices the change in expression. Attempts to encourage Soushi, go!]
Well, don't worry. Maybe you'll get to see her soon. I'm sure she feels lucky to have someone so dedicated to her. [Though his initial words made it seem as though he was a servant of sorts, he could tell there were deeper feelings than just for an employer.]