( Aruji? She's taken aback by the the title. She isn't his master. She's never met this sword before in her life and now, he's decided to call her his master? )

I can't go back home. ( She pulls weakly at her hand, ) I'll stay out of their way but I won't abandon my friends.

( Her swords. And besides... how does he even know where her citadel is? She can't let a stranger take her there. She can't let a stranger in. )

Hototogisu-san, please. I'm grateful-- truly-- but I can't....

( Keep going like this. Before she can finish her statement though, there's an all too familiar voice and she turns back, looking relieved, )

Mikazuki-san! I'm sorry...!

( For wandering off. For trusting a stranger. For coming this far without telling anyone. )