[ If he closes his eyes and listens to the water, he can see Marie's body dashed against the rocks. So for now, he keeps them open, watching the fine mist that rises where falls meet stones. ]
Truthfully, I was considering it. I'm not sure I will find sleep tonight.
[ But! More importantly— ] How are you faring? It was a long day for everyone, you must be tired.
[ Poor Marie was a beautiful soul who deserved better. Everyone spoke so kindly about her.
Dimitri is a kind soul, too. His concern for her brings a smile to her face. At a time like this, it's all too easy to think of oneself, yet here he is. ]
I'll be fine once I get some rest. You should at least try to sleep a little, too. Tomorrow is going to be just as hard as today . . . You never know when we'll need your strength.
[ Mitsuri was bright and vibrant even as they were investigating, even when they had bodies to study and killers to find. He finds her a more relieving presence than the nature around them, relaxing at her side. ]
You're right, of course. [ Each day as difficult as the one before. ] I have a headache, but once it passes I will try to rest.
[ Whenever that may be. In the meantime, he smiles faintly. ] You are very kind, you know.
No, it's all right, I'm used to it—but perhaps you should see Miss Kocho yourself? You look a bit feverish. [ He's going to raise a hand, pausing before he reaches her forehead. ] May I?
[ this is obviously a lie, she is Distressed. is she just being polite? dear mitsuri, trying to spare his feelings so. he frowns, looking remorseful. ]
I'm sorry, I can be... unpleasant company, I know. [ maybe he should just leave her be, but, ] You stay at the nearby camp, do you not? At least allow me to escort you back. Or to Miss Kocho's camp, perhaps?
[ How can anyone say that about Dimitri? Mitsuri appears flabbergasted by this claim insofar as to look at him with wide eyes and her mouth shaped into a small O. Then she slaps her hands over her lips, holding back laughter. ]
That's not it.
The truth is, I love everyone. And I love your company just as much.
[ Why would she? He's been nothing but kind and supportive since they met in the ruins. Even when they discovered those horrible photographs, he took the time to ask after her. If anything, while she loves everyone she sees, his actions have made her adore him even more.
Lowering her hands, she gives him a more subdued yet meaningful smile. ]
Dimitri, you didn't recoil and look at me like I was a freak when I lifted that slab with you. Not only that, you even offered your hand to me. When I think about that, it reminds me of the demon slayers who are like home to me.
[ It's not the first mention of the demon slayers that he's heard, but is that what they are to each other? Home? His expression opens up, sincere in its softness. ]
I see. I'm glad I could give you a sense of home. It... it heartens me more than you know. But I don't think I did anything special. [ That anyone could think of her as a 'freak' was beyond him, anyway. ] If there is anything remarkable here, it is your love.
[ To care and smile so genuinely—what about that is anything short of amazing? ]
At a time as dark as this, to still have such a gracious heart is a triumph.
[ Oh. Given the hour, and for some other Reasons... staying at Waterfall Camp again might be a good idea. The invitation comes as a surprise, but soon enough he nods. ]
[ Wow, he's even inviting her to spend some time together between shifts. She finds herself continually tickled by his consideration. Beaming, she hops toward the camp with a wave at Dimitri. ]
I'm used to staying up at night, so I won't be long. If you feel like resting, just look for me inside. Stay safe, Dimitri!
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Truthfully, I was considering it. I'm not sure I will find sleep tonight.
[ But! More importantly— ] How are you faring? It was a long day for everyone, you must be tired.
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Dimitri is a kind soul, too. His concern for her brings a smile to her face. At a time like this, it's all too easy to think of oneself, yet here he is. ]
I'll be fine once I get some rest. You should at least try to sleep a little, too. Tomorrow is going to be just as hard as today . . . You never know when we'll need your strength.
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You're right, of course. [ Each day as difficult as the one before. ] I have a headache, but once it passes I will try to rest.
[ Whenever that may be. In the meantime, he smiles faintly. ] You are very kind, you know.
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If your headache persists tomorrow, you should talk to Shinobu!
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No, it's all right, I'm used to it—but perhaps you should see Miss Kocho yourself? You look a bit feverish. [ He's going to raise a hand, pausing before he reaches her forehead. ] May I?
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No, no, no! That's not it!
Shinobu takes care of our injuries back home. I'm sure she can do something about your headache!
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I am fine, truly! I prefer not to treat it... Am I distressing you, Mitsuri?
[ maybe the problem... is him. ]
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She lowers her hands a smidgen to blurt: ]
Not at all!
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I'm sorry, I can be... unpleasant company, I know. [ maybe he should just leave her be, but, ] You stay at the nearby camp, do you not? At least allow me to escort you back. Or to Miss Kocho's camp, perhaps?
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That's not it.
The truth is, I love everyone. And I love your company just as much.
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My company—? [ He could see her caring for all the people here, but even so, to go so far as to love them... ] Surely you jest.
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Lowering her hands, she gives him a more subdued yet meaningful smile. ]
Dimitri, you didn't recoil and look at me like I was a freak when I lifted that slab with you. Not only that, you even offered your hand to me. When I think about that, it reminds me of the demon slayers who are like home to me.
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I see. I'm glad I could give you a sense of home. It... it heartens me more than you know. But I don't think I did anything special. [ That anyone could think of her as a 'freak' was beyond him, anyway. ] If there is anything remarkable here, it is your love.
[ To care and smile so genuinely—what about that is anything short of amazing? ]
At a time as dark as this, to still have such a gracious heart is a triumph.
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Would you like to stay the night? There's room in our camp.
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I could stand guard, if you'd all have me there.
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We'll take turns. Do you want the first watch?
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Yes, I'll go first. Take as long a rest as you need, then join me for a while.
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I'm used to staying up at night, so I won't be long. If you feel like resting, just look for me inside. Stay safe, Dimitri!