And what will that do? None of what you have said changes anything.

[It was difficult to find any truth in those clipped words, considering the growing frost at Munakata's feet. His expression doesn't seem much different from a moment ago, save for his pupils shrinking to pinpricks.

The revelation has him rethinking so many interactions. So many reports. So many collaborative decisions. So many smiles. So many kind words. So many tears.

Ice helps him form barriers against upset and betrayal, no matter how strong those feelings were.]

My resolve remains the same: I will eliminate despair, no matter what.