[The idea that Moushinosuke could ever owe him an apology is what finally breaks him. The first violent sob tears itself from his throat and then there is no stopping the tears that follow, nor the body-wrenching sobs that accompany them. Even if he could speak, Utsusemimaru does not know what words would be enough, what apologies he could offer to make amends for the lives his weaknesses have cost, nor how to express his regret to the lord who sacrificed everything believing in him. Every time he tries another cry wells up in his throat instead, choking him with sorrow.]