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[rootsforyou]

Since A-Xian knew them best he would have the most information regarding anything else. But I expect it's also difficult for him to talk about them.

[strikingchords]

[inclines his head; the distance in his eyes and quiet on his face might have a more predictable cause, now]

Had offered to speak of anything he did not remember. He has not yet returned to ask.

I would not salt a wound.

[rootsforyou]

[the reason for sad gazes is very apparent here]

It's still...fresh. For everyone. I think it will always be a little painful no matter how careful we are with our words.

Since there is no immediate need for this information we should wait a bit.

[strikingchords]

When he asks, I will say. Not before.

...

[gently]

Is there more you would delay, young Madame Jin?

[rootsforyou]

Delay...? Nothing that I can think of. I didn't want anyone to feel pressured to talk about something before they're ready, that's all.

[strikingchords]

And, yourself?

[he doesn't seem to assume it's the case, but he's putting it out there]

Please advise of pressure.

[rootsforyou]

[shakes her head minutely]

There is none. It's not exactly easy to speak of certain events. However, I don't mind discussing them. It's almost helpful to be able to talk about it.

[strikingchords]

[nods, very seriously]

...

If ever, you wish to speak.

I will listen.

[rootsforyou]

Not now. But, in the future, I will certainly take you up on such a kind offer if it isn't inconvenient for you. And I would extend the same courtesy to you.

[strikingchords]

The offer will remain. Do not consider inconvenience.

[he just nods at the latter, not responding in words but not ignoring it either]

[rootsforyou]

I will endeavor to do so, though I ask your patience in that. Breaking old habits is not easily done, even here.

[strikingchords]

It is not.

...

I will also endeavor.

[rootsforyou]

That is all that I can ask of anyone. We can only strive to improve ourselves. Even in circumstances like this. Or perhaps moreso?

Ah, but I am rambling on. Please don't let me take up too much of your time.

[strikingchords]

No.

You have done me great service, young Madame Jin.

[rootsforyou]

[a bow]

It's my pleasure, Hanguang-Jun.

[strikingchords]

[he bows in return.

perhaps the rest of this soup-making goes peacefully :X]