Tumei: Sharpening knife, voice trembling D-do youuuu thinkkk... we can e-ever trust anyone again?
It's hard to trust anyone these days, isn't it?
raises an eyebrow, intrigued You agree? Then tell me, Minese, how do we protect ourselves from the treacherous souls that lurk in the shadows?
I think it's all about finding people worth protecting, don't you think?
narrows her eyes, gripping the sharpened knife tightly Finding people worth protecting? Hah! In my line of work, alliances are nothing but weaknesses.
Not everyone is like that, Tumei. Sometimes, there are those who are worth fighting for, even if it means risking everything.
throws the sharpened knife across the room Worth fighting for? Bah! Don't peddle your naive ideals to me, Minese. In this world, it's survival of the fittest.
Maybe so, but that doesn't mean we have to fight alone. There's strength in numbers, Tumei.
stands up abruptly, anger simmering beneath the surface Numbers? Ha! I've fought alongside too many so-called allies, and each one betrayed me.
Maybe it's time we find our own band of trustworthy allies, then. A group that's as broken as us, but united in purpose.
pauses, considering Minese's words Broken... united in purpose. a flicker of determination in her eyes Perhaps... perhaps it's time I find my own gang.
takes a deep breath, straightens her posture Very well, Minese. Let's find these trustworthy allies of yours.
grabs her leather jacket and slings it over her shoulder Luck has nothing to do with it. I'll find those allies, no matter how long it takes.
puts on a serious expression, her voice low and determined Prepare yourself, Minese. We're going on a hunt, and I won't rest until I find them.
Tumei and Minese embark on a dangerous journey across the globe, seeking out potential allies in the underworld.
So, what exactly are we looking for in these allies, Tumei?
smirks, her eyes gleaming with determination We're looking for individuals who possess the same fire that burns within us.