[ He's not letting him back away; his hands are reaching out to grab his arm. ]

Stop that.

[ His teeth clench together. ]

I don't regret it.

[ A glare at the floor. ]

I regret not being able to stop you from thinking this was the only way.

[ His hand is trembling. ]

I wouldn't have abandoned you.

[ His gaze is sharp, fierce as he stares at Goro. ]

Heh...

[ His hands are clenched into tight fists. ]

... Wanna know another secret about me?

[ His gaze firmly rests on Goro's face, sharp. ]

I wish we'd met sooner.