[His hand removes itself from his hat, only to grasp his shoulder, giving it a squeeze.]
Please, remember that. In this situation, we were all powerless, and I would not want you to treat yourself this way because of it. We all wish "we could have done more". But doing more will now be for looking for whoever we can, if anyone is truly missing, and doing our part in our inevitable trial.
[He seems pleased at the change in other's demeanor, giving him a nod.]
Anywhere and everywhere, my dear fellow! You all did come out from somewhere rather random, I would say, so no stone must be left unturned. But we can check the nearest place to here, and continue our journey from there.
[ His hand spreads forward and he's going to drape his arm over Sholmes' shoulder. He might be better than yesterday, but hey. He's still got a limp and he's going to use him for support because he can. ]
Then we shouldn't let this investigation wait any longer.
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[His hand removes itself from his hat, only to grasp his shoulder, giving it a squeeze.]
Please, remember that. In this situation, we were all powerless, and I would not want you to treat yourself this way because of it. We all wish "we could have done more". But doing more will now be for looking for whoever we can, if anyone is truly missing, and doing our part in our inevitable trial.
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You're right. It's just hard not to think about after yesterday.
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[A tilt of the head.]
Let your feelings push you forward, and don't look back. We will find the truth, whatever it may be.
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[ Finley lifts her head to look at Sholmes, the lion slowly shifting back into tiger before she rests her head more easily now. ]
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[His eyes glance to Finley, before fixing themselves on Kotetsu.]
You said you would assist this great detective in his investigations, yes? I won't have you being left behind.
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[ There's a hint of, hm, a smile that shows in his features. At the very least, he seems more relaxed. ]
Did you have plans of where you wanted to look?
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Anywhere and everywhere, my dear fellow! You all did come out from somewhere rather random, I would say, so no stone must be left unturned. But we can check the nearest place to here, and continue our journey from there.
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[ But then, a little softer. More sincere. ]
Thank you.
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[He tips his hat forward to hide his eyes, grinning.]
You're very welcome, Mr. Kotetsu.
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Now what was that phrase again... Ah, right.
[ He gives Sholmes' arm a soft squeeze. ]
Come along, Sholmes. The game's afoot, yes?
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That's right. The game's afoot, my dear fellow.
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Then we shouldn't let this investigation wait any longer.
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Is your leg still hurting you?
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Well, my daughter may be the one to have the medical degree, but I do know one thing or two about injuries.
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I'd be lying if I said it didn't hurt, but it's nothing I can't tolerate. So, I guess a little bit of both to your question.
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[Sorry, he's shifting you so you can stand so he can bend down to pat at his legs, Kotetsu.]
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My left side took the brunt of the fall.
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Ah, I see. But it doesn't feel unstable?
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[And straightening himself up.]
You still need to use your leg, but no need for a splint or such at the moment. Very lucky for you.
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