[In a way, it's a blow to him as well to hear that. He had only been telling the truth (and it was a bitter truth indeed), but...Amagiri was the same as any dutiful grandson. He didn't want to see his ancestor ever feel the need to bow his head. It hurts, in a way, to think that he was the cause of that anguish, even if really, it's Kazama's fault.

It's certainly not Kazutake's, though. He'll never accept that. Kazutake was an honorable leader of the clan, someone who had worked so hard and had given so much to try to bring them up further, to allow them to live in peace and quiet on their own home. What wasn't to admire about that?

He worked so hard to prevent things like this from happening. He sacrificed to allow them to have what they deserved as a clan. And none of that would ever be Kazutake's fault or responsibility. In response, Amagiri lifts his chin, expression calm. He means every moment of this.]

I appreciate your concern, grandfather. [Certainly, he is usually much more respectful than to use such a familiar term, but it works both ways; he wants to acknowledge that familial connection, and acknowledge that he has so much respect and care for Kazutake, even if he never really shows it (as per the Amagiri way).] However, I would respectfully prefer to see this duty through.

[And not make Kazutake take up the burden once again, after he has already done so much.]

...I do not intend to falter.