Chapter 4: To Each His Own

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Master Nnoitora...

Tch.

Haha. Quite ironic, wouldn't you say?

You went so far as to use a device that I created to get rid of her because you hated her so much...

...and yet, your mind is still captured by the shadow of that woman who was once part of your life.

Pitiful, really.

Quiet! I will not allow you to speak any further!

Get out of my way, Tesla.

But I...

Shut up. Don't make me say it again. That guy...

...is still my prey!!!

Hold on. I didn't come here to fight.

It was you who started this. How could you say that now?

I know this has gotten a little off-track, but don't get me wrong.

I'm not saying I want to befriend you or anything.

I have no intention of telling you not to do things your way. Of course, I don't plan on giving you advice like her either.

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All I'm asking is that you cooperate with me, even if it is for something this simple.

You and I were once allies, joining forces to meet our goals, remember?

As I said before, I don't remember us ever joining forces.

I'm rather sure I'm going to need more research for the battles to come.

Not my problem.

It has nothing to do with me. Disappear from my sight.

Oh, boy. I guess our negotiations have broken down. It shouldn't have been that difficult for you to understand.

You damn bastard!

Those with the ability to reason must have a purpose to fight.

You lack a purpose.

Well, I have a good reason! I loathe and despise you!

Sorry, that's not a reason. It's instinct.

You are still a beast. I cannot acknowledge you as a true warrior.

I won't have the life of someone who isn't a warrior on my conscience.

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