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[ chuckles a little and Shibuya's reply, then takes a breath and sobers rather quickly ]
My concern stems from the fact that she is unaware of the Shinou's true role in the battle with Soushu. [ It's said easily, and with some relief, since he wasn't able to discuss this with Josak. He preferred the spy's objectivity, but... he believed at least Sir Weller and Lady Anissina would understand. ]
Just as none of you did, until it had to be revealed. [ His head turns slightly toward Sir Weller, though the light catches his glasses. ] But in her case, maintaining her trust in the Shinou is imperative.