[ Of course nothing has changed. That's their whole thing right? That's their promise to one another, after all. Don't change. And so, just as he always has, Katsura will continue to offer Gintoki a place at his side, without any real expectation for him to take it. ]
[ After all, whenever they actually need the other's help, they just slide back into place as naturally as a river reclaiming its path, without any sort of agreements or conditions necessary. ]
[ Nevertheless, he could not claim it does not sadden him when their paths diverge, even though it is usually temporary, and even though it may be for the best. Sometimes, a samurai is unable to hide their heart, leading to soft expressions and additional exposition about their past burdens shaping their future. Perhaps one such moment is right here; in a strange world that is not theirs but still deserves help. ]
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[ After all, whenever they actually need the other's help, they just slide back into place as naturally as a river reclaiming its path, without any sort of agreements or conditions necessary. ]
[ Nevertheless, he could not claim it does not sadden him when their paths diverge, even though it is usually temporary, and even though it may be for the best. Sometimes, a samurai is unable to hide their heart, leading to soft expressions and additional exposition about their past burdens shaping their future. Perhaps one such moment is right here; in a strange world that is not theirs but still deserves help. ]