[How many times has he had it drilled into his skull to avoid her? Don't go near her, don't speak with her, act cold - they were all things that went against his personality and yet he had to for her sake. If she found out his secret...then what? Would she discard him? Hate him? Hurt herself or even him? It isn't his side that she wants to be near, but she doesn't know that.]
Will you give me a little bit of time to think about it, Arietta? It won't be long, but I do need to think.
[Her only reply is a soft sound of confirmation that she heard him. She's still going to worry. Everything she's heard about Midas has been negative -- which is no doubt a result of her living in Tanagura, but still. She just can't bring herself to believe him.]
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[Did she insult him? By implying he would be the pet instead? She's worried now... she doesn't want to upset him and make him treat her coldly again.]
But it would just be in name this time! Just so that I can protect you.
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...Are you sure you want such responsibility, Arietta?
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...all I ever wanted was to be by your side. I know I can protect you this time.
[She'd never betray him like Anise did. Or put him in danger, like those people who killed mommy.]
Please... let me help you, Ion.
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Will you give me a little bit of time to think about it, Arietta? It won't be long, but I do need to think.
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[She doesn't like it, but she also doesn't want to argue with him. If Ion says he needs time, then she'll give him it.]
I'll wait as long as you need, but... please stay safe. I-I don't want to lose you again!
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[But for now, she doesn't really have a choice.]