Catch-all: Dimitri

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[ his hand just kind of floats there stupidly for a second, not entirely sure of what to do. ]

I am fine, truly! I prefer not to treat it... Am I distressing you, Mitsuri?

[ maybe the problem... is him. ]

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[ No.

She lowers her hands a smidgen to blurt: ]

Not at all!

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[ 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?

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[ 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.

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[ Love?? His turn to look surprised, brows hopping up. ]

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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[ 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.

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[ 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.

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[ Well-spoken as ever. This time, she doesn't hide behind her hands, though her smile widens while she blushes anew. ]

Would you like to stay the night? There's room in our camp.

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[ 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. ]

I could stand guard, if you'd all have me there.

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[ If the island doesn't put them to sleep first. It's important to be vigilant at this time, so she accepts his condition easily. ]

We'll take turns. Do you want the first watch?

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[ He doubts he'll find much rest tonight, but he doesn't want to turn down her generosity. He smiles faintly. ]

Yes, I'll go first. Take as long a rest as you need, then join me for a while.

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[ 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!