Mary simply nodded at Ira's words. It would make things easier to explain if he'd met them before, and perhaps it was a shame he hadn't. On the other hand she was glad that his fellows never spent time in that tower, at least to his recollection. It was a cold comfort, but one nonetheless.
Her expression turned to a smile at Saori's words. Of course this Host Club would be an idea she thought well of. She had some guesses at the name as what it meant, and if Saori approved it possibly meant that it wasn't a brothel, but at the least it was something she knew how to help take charge of.
"I'm not too troubled if your worlds are unfamiliar with the names of mine. It might mean ours were stricken from history, but it could just as likely mean that history had no need of them. I can at least hope that our little war has troubled a minimum of worlds." She wrung her hands together. Speaking like this about the Brotherhood wasn't something she was used to. But being in this world had given her a different sort of perspective than her life as an Assassin. Neither was "correct", but rather enriched each other as much as it sometimes made her feel small and insignificant.
Listening to Reno in turn and encouraged by his support she took a deep breath before continuing, "As I said, I've debated stepping down from my position as head of this guild. In part it's because I've felt a bit overwhelmed considering what this world has thrown at us. The Assassins are an organization founded in helping to guide and aid humanity with a minimal touch. We work in the dark to serve the light. Our actions were meant to take down those who abuse the power they have over others and allow people to live their lives and make their choices freely." She looked up at a window, gesturing vaguely outside.
"This world seemed to have those same curtains and layers when we arrived, and I had hoped to do something to hobble the Empire and Kalki, and Palitutu in turn when the players shifted. And sometimes I worry my actions have done more to aid our enemies and endanger those of this world than aught is." She stood up, restless now, "And now the curtain is drawn completely. Our enemy may not be visible, but there are fewer still places for us to hide and work."
She turned about, smiling at the small gathered group, "Which is why I'm glad you have all remained supportive of our gathering and purpose. Reno, Saori, if you wish to open a bureau of your own then you have my sanction. Even if Malik had not formally granted me the rank and right to do so, I'd still approve. And considering the turn of the seasons I suppose our new focus should begin with the Starlight Celebration. We should have our Crystallian recruits aid in the festivities and the protection of the people, helping to keep spirits high considering what is likely to come down on us in the coming year. What say you all?"
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Her expression turned to a smile at Saori's words. Of course this Host Club would be an idea she thought well of. She had some guesses at the name as what it meant, and if Saori approved it possibly meant that it wasn't a brothel, but at the least it was something she knew how to help take charge of.
"I'm not too troubled if your worlds are unfamiliar with the names of mine. It might mean ours were stricken from history, but it could just as likely mean that history had no need of them. I can at least hope that our little war has troubled a minimum of worlds." She wrung her hands together. Speaking like this about the Brotherhood wasn't something she was used to. But being in this world had given her a different sort of perspective than her life as an Assassin. Neither was "correct", but rather enriched each other as much as it sometimes made her feel small and insignificant.
Listening to Reno in turn and encouraged by his support she took a deep breath before continuing, "As I said, I've debated stepping down from my position as head of this guild. In part it's because I've felt a bit overwhelmed considering what this world has thrown at us. The Assassins are an organization founded in helping to guide and aid humanity with a minimal touch. We work in the dark to serve the light. Our actions were meant to take down those who abuse the power they have over others and allow people to live their lives and make their choices freely." She looked up at a window, gesturing vaguely outside.
"This world seemed to have those same curtains and layers when we arrived, and I had hoped to do something to hobble the Empire and Kalki, and Palitutu in turn when the players shifted. And sometimes I worry my actions have done more to aid our enemies and endanger those of this world than aught is." She stood up, restless now, "And now the curtain is drawn completely. Our enemy may not be visible, but there are fewer still places for us to hide and work."
She turned about, smiling at the small gathered group, "Which is why I'm glad you have all remained supportive of our gathering and purpose. Reno, Saori, if you wish to open a bureau of your own then you have my sanction. Even if Malik had not formally granted me the rank and right to do so, I'd still approve. And considering the turn of the seasons I suppose our new focus should begin with the Starlight Celebration. We should have our Crystallian recruits aid in the festivities and the protection of the people, helping to keep spirits high considering what is likely to come down on us in the coming year. What say you all?"