[ cool, thanks censor-happy demons! nikkari, of course, looks curious as to what carlos tried to say, but he knows he can't do anything about it. he Gets It. he acknowledges the attempt with a sympathetic, slightly apologetic nod. ]

Of course. The only reason I hadn't discussed the matter with Chuuya-san in this much detail is because I hadn't met with Dick-san and Junpei-san to piece together this information until earlier today... if they haven't already, I could persuade them to try getting in contact with you, as well.

[ ... he kind of looks spent after saying all that, or maybe he's just tired overall? ]

As far as we know, "Strain N" seems to have originated with me... because of that, I feel somewhat responsible for letting it lead to this. [ he sighs a little. ] I know you're likely to say that I shouldn't blame myself, but that is much easier said than done. I still carry regret toward actions my previous wielders performed with me, after all, even though those events happened centuries before I was given a body with free will at all.

[ . . . ah. it's been a while since he'd been that openly vulnerable. he shakes his head again to dismiss the line of thinking; those sorts of things aren't important now. before continuing on, he bows before carlos, right arm crossed over his chest and hand above his heart. ]

In any case, perhaps you can rest slightly easier knowing that I intend to do whatever I can to assist you and the others. My blade, my body, and my will are yours to use however you wish.