Ha. I think we would, based on what you've told me.
[He's just gently patting Rin's head as he speaks.]
Oh, flattery? Dear me, I wouldn't stoop so low. That's not what a gentleman does. If we were made of our mistakes, believe me, I'd be at a greater number than you. Its your character that counts, not what you've done wrong.
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[It absolutely wasn't enough.]
[He shakes his head.]
If only we had more time...we were so close. We could have had it.
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[...]
Hey, old man? If the person who killed Rex ends up being a total asshole, kick their ass for me okay? Don't kill them, just break a couplea bones.
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[He blinks, a bit surprised.]
I...well, it's a bit of a grand request to make of a gentleman, but...
[A nod.]
I'll see what I can do.
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[He throws a couple of punches into the air.]
I do have a famous right hook. I won't hesitate on using it.
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[He sighs.]
...did you figure it out? Before Akira accused me.
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[And tips his hat over his eyes.]
I'm a great detective. Not much escapes my sight, my dear boy.
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So, thanks. For not making a big spectacle of accusing me.
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[He reaches out to grasp the other's shoulder.]
I could not bring myself to accuse you off the bat until I knew the bigger picture. And even then...
[Even then, he was reluctant to.]
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[That does warm his heart, a little.]
You know, you're a lot like my old man. Maybe that's why I'm so glad you didn't do an accusation, it would've hurt too much.
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[Ah, that's....]
[He pauses, before pulling the other into a hug, just like he did during the trial.]
That's a grand honor, for you to think of me that way. I don't think I could ever live up to your father, but...
[A nod.]
Thank you. I think anyone would be proud to have you as a son.
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[The hug is very grounding, and Rin relaxes into it. He's been so touch-starved here that he appreciates these hugs so much.]
You're just trying to flatter me now, I think. I try to do good but I fuck up a lot. Yukio's the better son.
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[He's just gently patting Rin's head as he speaks.]
Oh, flattery? Dear me, I wouldn't stoop so low. That's not what a gentleman does. If we were made of our mistakes, believe me, I'd be at a greater number than you. Its your character that counts, not what you've done wrong.
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