[ it's been a while since he heard that word. the dirt pile man was using it too, right near the beginning. ]

You deserve the credit. I never joined you, as I had the suspicion that your actions would endanger the ability to utilize the power of this place. A part of me was interested in seeing what would happen to those who did not partake as well.

I was correct for a time, but I may yet be wrong.

No, not regret. Sometimes, scientific endeavours will have mediocre results. It is simply part of the process.

In the end, we were proactive in all aspects. We gathered connections to others, our wins were plentiful, and our disagreements between our own were quite minor.

Because of our hard work as Yatagarasu, if we can survive this last trial, I will be able to grasp everything I desire. Because of your work as the leader of the resistance, you will be able to name this day vengeance.

So, there is no regret. I will give you some of my respect, instead.

Of course.

Ah, a word that could be a foil at the same time.

I'd say we're hardly short of it, in any case.

Universal peace and the desolation of tyrannical regimes.

I may also have a soft spot for my beloved spouse and his well-being, of course.

So, a museum to showcase the lives of all who were brought here upon Typhon's madness. Is this something I leave to you?

And then finally, to answer him—I believe that I understand, now. I will offer my own answer to them shortly.

[ retribution in return for retribution is passion to him— ]