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Why? Well, to keep my family safe, of course.
linkLorenzvolume_up
I struggle to follow your reasoning. Would, then, it not be more prudent to remain by their side?
linkRaphaelvolume_up
That's what I thought at first, too. But just being there with 'em wouldn't be enough.
linkRaphaelvolume_up
Yeah, I can protect everyone day to day if I'm back keeping watch at the inn.
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But if me joining the fight on the front lines means we bring peace back to the world, they'd never have to worry another day in their lives.
linkRaphaelvolume_up
So sure, it's tough being away from Maya through all this. But it'll be worth it in the end, I know it.
linkLorenzvolume_up
Your thinking is correct, in part. But it is in part mistaken as well.
linkLorenzvolume_up
Staying at the inn to protect your family will not provide them the security you so desperately desire.
linkLorenzvolume_up
So long as this war continues to heave along, your establishment will always remain at risk of being consumed by the flames of combat.
linkLorenzvolume_up
But you are a commoner, and it is our duty as nobles to protect the ordinary citizens of our territories.
linkLorenzvolume_up
There should be no need for one who is not with the military to leave their family and join the war effort. Such tasks are meant to be handled by the nobility.
linkLorenzvolume_up
In other words, you should be leaving the defense of your lands to me and my subordinates.
linkRaphaelvolume_up
Were you really that worried about me being here?
linkRaphaelvolume_up
Aw, thanks! But this was my choice. I'll be fine.
linkLorenzvolume_up
No, that is not what I meant in the slightest. I speak of the obligation we in the nobility have to our people.
linkLorenzvolume_up
The weight of war should fall on our very shoulders, while the commonfolk in our charge should focus on maintaining their livelihoods.
linkRaphaelvolume_up
OK, but I'm still gonna fight no matter what. The toughest people are the ones who should be leading the charge, right?
linkLorenzvolume_up
What I mean is— You're not listening to a word I say, are you?
linkRaphaelvolume_up
You don't think I've got what it takes, huh? Hmm...
linkRaphaelvolume_up
I got it! Let's compete to see who's stronger!
linkLorenzvolume_up
Pardon? You want...a competition?
linkRaphaelvolume_up
You betcha! It's the perfect way to find out who's got the real arm muscles around here!
linkRaphaelvolume_up
There's a bunch of boxes that need to get moved over in the training grounds. Wanna see who can carry the most?
linkRaphaelvolume_up
If I win, you'll have to promise to be totally cool with letting me fight!
linkLorenzvolume_up
Er, no, I must decline. By that token, you will only end up proving your point.
linkLorenzvolume_up
Do not misunderstand my intentions. You and I are on completely different pages on this matter. We are practically in two separate genres.
linkLorenzvolume_up
But someone like him would undoubtedly prove useful in the heat of battle... Hrm. Ah, but...
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Uh, hellooo? Eh, whatever. I'm gonna go grab those boxes myself. My muscles are aching for a little workout!