[ But they won't. Things won't ever be different no matter how many tears are spilled. There is no use in soothing that ache in Ryoji's chest by offering empty platitudes.

What Minato can do though is reach over, to rest his hand on top of Ryoji's. ]

...in my own world, I made the same decision as Kotone. I let you live. So... this is my responsibility, too.

[ He offers a small smile. ]

I don't regret it though.

[ And neither should you. ]