Fates Supports/Avatar(M) Kagero
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C Support
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Avatar: Um... Kagero?
Kagero: Yes, milord?
Avatar: You've been watching me from up there for a while. Is there something you need?
Kagero: Hrm. I suppose you could say that. What I need is for you to remain safe and sound.
Avatar: I agree with that sentiment, but I should be safe here, don't you think?
Kagero: What I mean is...it is absolutely vital that we keep you safe. After careful observation of the army, I've realized that you are critical to morale. I will keep an eye on you at all times to make sure nothing happens to you. This also helps my liege, Lord Ryoma.
Avatar: How does this help my brother?
Kagero: It would undoubtedly break his heart if something happened to you.
Avatar: You clearly care deeply for him. How long have you been his retainer?
Kagero: I've served him for some time, though I was under Lady Mikoto's command before that. Combined, I have spent most of my life in service to the Hoshidan royal family.
Avatar: I didn't know that... Well, I am grateful for your assistance, but... You aren't planning on following me around everywhere I go, are you?
Kagero: You will be under my protection day and night, without fail.
Avatar: OK, well... I really need to go use the bathroom...
Kagero: You will be under my protection day and night, with exceptions. I will vanish whenever you need privacy.
(Kagero leaves)
Avatar: Whoa! She disappeared! Kagero really is a ninja...
B Support
Avatar: Kagero, I have a question...
Kagero: Yes, Lord Avatar?
Avatar: I know you're just doing your job, but... don't you think you should take a break?
Kagero: I would not be able to live with myself if something happened while I did so.
Avatar: It's just that...I feel a little on edge, being watched all the time. If it gets to me, I can only imagine how draining it must be for you to do it.
Kagero: I've trained for years to perform all the tasks of a ninja, so it doesn't bother me. But...I understand your point, milord. I will make an effort to be more inconspicuous in the future.
Avatar: I appreciate that, Kagero. I know your job can't be an easy one... That reminds me... Do you mind if I ask you something about Ryoma and my mother?
Kagero: Go ahead. I'll answer as best I can.
Avatar: How well did Ryoma and my mother get along with one another? Not being blood related, I imagine they had to figure a few things out.
Kagero: As far as I could tell, they had a very cordial relationship.
Avatar: I'm glad to hear that.
Kagero: I should clarify, though, that they didn't simply start off that way. The two of them worked very hard to forge their relationship into what it was.
Avatar: What do you mean?
Kagero: When Lord Sumeragi married Lady Mikoto, it wasn't just the royal children affected. There were a large number of Hoshidans who felt uneasy about her becoming queen. Lord Ryoma saw this and took it upon himself to build a relationship with her.
Avatar: Oh, I see. He wanted to set an example for everyone else to follow. Heh, that sounds like exactly something he would do.
Kagero: Lord Ryoma intended to make Lady Mikoto feel like she was welcome in Hoshido. From what I saw, he succeeded completely.
Avatar: That's reassuring. Thank you for sharing this with me, Kagero.
Kagero: Of course, milord.
Avatar: Ehem... Kagero?
Kagero: Yes, milord?
Avatar: I...I need to get changed...
Kagero: Oh! I apologize! I'll give you some privacy.
(Kagero leaves)
Avatar: And just like that, she's gone again...
A Support
Avatar: Hey, Kagero?
Kagero: You require some privacy? I shall disappe—
Avatar: Oh, no! Sorry, I just wanted to ask you something. I'm curious where your drive to carry out your missions comes from. It seems like all you do is follow the orders you've been given. I'm sure there are other things you'd like to do for yourself, aren't there?
Kagero: Of course, but it is the duty of a retainer to work hard for her liege.
Avatar: That's true, but...I feel like you're far more diligent than any of the other retainers.
Kagero: ...
Avatar: There must be something deep down that motivates you.
Kagero: *sigh* My clan has loyally served the Hoshidan royal family for many years. It is my duty as a ninja to continue that tradition. Also...I have an older brother.
Avatar: You do? I didn't know that...
Kagero: He's been frail since birth. It would be impossible for him to do even the most simple of martial arts. However, as he is the eldest child, it was his duty to carry on the tradition. His condition led some to criticize our clan's loyalty. This hurt my brother more than anything else.
Avatar: ...
Kagero: So I serve in his place, working hard to prove to everyone that our clan is loyal. I have to protect my clan's honor.
Avatar: I understand, Kagero. Thank you for telling me all this. I can really appreciate your motivations.
Kagero: Thank you for understanding, Lord Avatar. I'm sorry if my dedication is ever inconvenient for you.
Avatar: Don't worry about it at all! It's reassuring to know someone like you has my back.
S Support
Avatar: Kagero...
Kagero: Lord Avatar! Have I intruded again?
Avatar: Oh, no, not at all.
Kagero: Thank the gods. I was worried I was causing you undue stress again... It wouldn't do for me to drive you to ill health because of my protectiveness.
Avatar: Not at all! In fact, I've grown used to your presence. Comfortable with it, actually.
Kagero: Lord Avatar...
Avatar: You know, rather than serving others, I felt it'd be nice to do something for you.
Kagero: I'm only fulfilling my duty to my clan. There is no need for reward of any kind...
Avatar: I suspected you would feel that way. But I want to show you my gratitude for all you've done for the royal family. Not just in my capacity as a member of it. I...want to express my own feelings.
Kagero: Excuse me, milord?
Avatar: I want to protect you as faithfully as you've protected me. I want us to be together, Kagero!
Kagero: What?! I mean... I did not realize you had feelings for me, Lord Avatar... I'm not deserving of such... Lord Avatar, are you sure of yourself?
Avatar: I'm completely sure. Having you around all the time, protecting me, has allowed me to discover how I feel. I've realized how dear to me you are. I want to be able to offer you the same comfort.
Kagero: That you would open your heart to me... How can I say anything but yes?
Avatar: I'm so happy, Kagero! I promise to protect you as you have protected me!
Kagero: This looks to be the most important mission of my life!
(Confession Scene)
Kagero: To tell you the truth, I love you, too... I'll never be a traditional wife...but I'll keep you safe for the rest of our lives.
