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[ She's said his name so many times. She says she won't forget him. Despite Mikazuki gently admonishing her, Hototogisu can still feel the "Realness" sinking into him. It may not have been his plan, but it's a nice side effect. He doesn't want to break or be broken, but thanks to Hana, he has a very strong chance to return again. He's comforted by that realization and smiles a little. ]

Thank you.

[ It's all he has time to say to her before Mikazuki's sword comes down at him, and he's forced to bring his own up in defense. The weight of the strike jars him all the way up to the shoulder, but Hototogisu is a strong sword, too. He won't break that easily. ]