Okay. So that should be the priority since he's kind of...the way he is. [They've been on the wrong end of Kara's sword enough to realize that.] But I'll see what I can do about the rest, too.
[...] Why aren't you asking for me to fix your eye?
Technically, yeah, but that wouldn't stop everyone. [They're curious mostly, but as Lili explains it becomes very clear what she's thinking.]
You're...kinda selfless that way, aren't you? [There's a kindness in their tone, like they're thinking this through.] I can help you. But you'll have to do something to earn favor with the universe.
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[she frowns]
He's just the type who will still run to danger if it comes up, so I want him to be healed before that comes up.
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[...] Why aren't you asking for me to fix your eye?
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... it seems like a more permanent loss, and the price will probably be higher, right?
So... if I can make sure that Kaoru isn't uncomfortable, and Ookurikara is prepared for the next thing that comes up...
I'll make do. It was my own fault anyway. If it's the price I pay for protecting what I wanted to protect, then I'll accept it.
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You're...kinda selfless that way, aren't you? [There's a kindness in their tone, like they're thinking this through.] I can help you. But you'll have to do something to earn favor with the universe.
Think you can do that?
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stop she flusters for a second, cheeks turning red]
I-I'm not...
[UGH]
... Name the price and I'll do whatever it takes.
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You're not really that great at expressing yourself all the time, are you?
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[don'T PICK A FIGHT WITH HER]
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[binch.]
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You're enjoying this, aren't you.
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[...maybe a little. Don't call him Sunspot.]
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But fine, I accept your terms.
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The universe will know the full extent...and when it happens, what's broken can be mended.
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[ . . . ]
You have my gratitude for listening.
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guh]
Enjoy the rice cakes, okay? I don't want them to go to waste!
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They won't. I've got some friends I can share these with. [He bows his head.] Good luck.