[Urianger cuts the thought off before it finishes, and a moment later, Thancred's palm pats briefly against his arm. Good, for pinning that down before it turned into a monster of an idea.]
We've yet to find the body Lobelia spoke of, even after a thorough search of the grounds. To dwell on the unknown possibilities in the meantime would drive us mad even in normal times.
[...]
I know it is far easier said than done. But it is not a burden you need to bear all on your own.
Do what you can, as best you can. That is all anyone can ask of you.
[He slowly sits up so he can properly look at Thancred as he speaks.]
I spoke of my past regrets- of walking in shadow for the betterment of the star whilst my dear friends suffered in mine absence. No longer would I stand idly by or conspire in secret. I would steel my resolve to the best of mine ability and face conflict at my comrades' side, supporting them as they so rightly deserve.
...Thus did I confess mine intent to Meteor and G'raha Tia ere I acted.
[There was no surprise behind Urianger's actions this time. No more subterfuge, no more gambits, no more regrets. Just pure, unconditional support. He really, truly wanted to go out knowing he did everything he could.]
[It's not an entire surprise. Thancred believes every word without second thought - he'd seen enough evidence of Urianger's resolve ever since their return to the Source, despite the continues challenges for him to act differently.
And now, at his possible end, he'd chosen a path of deliberate action. Of full and unflinching resolution.
Thancred's eyes soften with understanding, drinking in the words until they're over. Only then does he reach out a hand to clap firmly against the Elezen's shoulder.]
You really have grown, haven't you?
One could not hope for a comrade any more resolved than you, Urianger. I've no doubt Meteor embraced every word of your intent.
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We've yet to find the body Lobelia spoke of, even after a thorough search of the grounds. To dwell on the unknown possibilities in the meantime would drive us mad even in normal times.
[...]
I know it is far easier said than done. But it is not a burden you need to bear all on your own.
Do what you can, as best you can. That is all anyone can ask of you.
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Thou hast the right of it. 'Tis far more productive to focus on what can be done, and I shall hardly stand idly by, nor shall I bear it alone.
[He falls silent for a moment before a thought that relates to all of this occurs to him.]
...Thou didst not hear what I proclaimed to the others at the end of the universe. [...] Wouldst thou hear it now?
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..And here I'd thought my poor attitude from the start might have soured my chances to ask.
...I'd be honored, Urianger. Tell me. What was on your heart?
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It did not.
[He slowly sits up so he can properly look at Thancred as he speaks.]
I spoke of my past regrets- of walking in shadow for the betterment of the star whilst my dear friends suffered in mine absence. No longer would I stand idly by or conspire in secret. I would steel my resolve to the best of mine ability and face conflict at my comrades' side, supporting them as they so rightly deserve.
...Thus did I confess mine intent to Meteor and G'raha Tia ere I acted.
[There was no surprise behind Urianger's actions this time. No more subterfuge, no more gambits, no more regrets. Just pure, unconditional support. He really, truly wanted to go out knowing he did everything he could.]
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[It's not an entire surprise. Thancred believes every word without second thought - he'd seen enough evidence of Urianger's resolve ever since their return to the Source, despite the continues challenges for him to act differently.
And now, at his possible end, he'd chosen a path of deliberate action. Of full and unflinching resolution.
Thancred's eyes soften with understanding, drinking in the words until they're over. Only then does he reach out a hand to clap firmly against the Elezen's shoulder.]
You really have grown, haven't you?
One could not hope for a comrade any more resolved than you, Urianger. I've no doubt Meteor embraced every word of your intent.