that, at least, resonates enough that she can't respond to it, understanding coming with another strong pang of guilt. She shrinks back into her seat, nodding as she presses her hands into tighter fists against her knees.]
[He lets the quiet sit between them for a moment, giving Hikaru some time to think. But he can't stay quiet forever, so eventually he speaks up in a gentle voice:]
You need to forgive yourself, Hikaru. Not just for Kano, but for the other things too.
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that, at least, resonates enough that she can't respond to it, understanding coming with another strong pang of guilt. She shrinks back into her seat, nodding as she presses her hands into tighter fists against her knees.]
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You need to forgive yourself, Hikaru. Not just for Kano, but for the other things too.