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[ah, crying girls; here's something Takeru's not good at]

...it will, for some time, be something that is difficult to deal with. I am aware of, and understand that. Betraying those around you can be a ... difficult thing.

I am certain those close to you are merely concerned for your well being, though.

In turn, someone close to me was affected by this incident... but I bear you no ill will. It is Akumaro who should be hated, not you.