Did you just compare me to an anime character? [He's doing his best to not be judgmental about this!! He knows how important anime is to Byakuya for one thing! Still, he's not quite enthusiastic about being compared to one, at least not yet.]
[He manages not to exclaim that anime and fine literature are on completely different levels. Ishida closes his mouth and tries to keep an open mind about this.
...Especially since Byakuya is only complimenting him. What sort of person would he be if he waved all of that off just because he may not like anime?]
I-I'll try to live up to your favorite anime hero then!!
[He presses a finger against his glasses for a moment.]
To be clear, I never said that it was my favorite type of anime hero. But it is still a noble role to assume. I know you'll do nicely. And should you need my aid, you know where to find me.
I'm glad that you asked. [He smirks and presses at his glasses, with a glint practically shining in them.]
I happen to match my overall favorite type of anime character. The megane, or "glasses" character to be crude. A character prized for his intellect, sharp wit and calm demeanor. An ideal leader type, wouldn't you agree?
Those traits are indeed admirable, especially in a leader! They must always be ready to lead and it's easier when you have those qualities!
[And now, he's going on a slightly different tangent.]
However, they also must be dedicated and headstrong, ready to take on multiple responsibilities even if the pressure is too much sometimes! But that's what a leader must do, because people are counting on them!
Hmm... Well, I happen to have those qualities as well. It's all part of the path that I follow... It is good that understand the path of an ideal leader, Taka.
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Did you just compare me to an anime character? [He's doing his best to not be judgmental about this!! He knows how important anime is to Byakuya for one thing! Still, he's not quite enthusiastic about being compared to one, at least not yet.]
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It's no different than being compared to a type of literary hero. It speaks volumes of your virtues, Taka.
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...Especially since Byakuya is only complimenting him. What sort of person would he be if he waved all of that off just because he may not like anime?]
I-I'll try to live up to your favorite anime hero then!!
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To be clear, I never said that it was my favorite type of anime hero. But it is still a noble role to assume. I know you'll do nicely. And should you need my aid, you know where to find me.
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He can't stop himself from deflating just a little, but it doesn't last long. After all, Byakuya just said it's still a noble role to have!]
So... what sort of anime character are you, Byakuya? [The closest to a normal conversation he's had?? Maybe.]
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I happen to match my overall favorite type of anime character. The megane, or "glasses" character to be crude. A character prized for his intellect, sharp wit and calm demeanor. An ideal leader type, wouldn't you agree?
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[And now, he's going on a slightly different tangent.]
However, they also must be dedicated and headstrong, ready to take on multiple responsibilities even if the pressure is too much sometimes! But that's what a leader must do, because people are counting on them!
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[Byakuya folds his arms in consideration.]
Hmm... Well, I happen to have those qualities as well. It's all part of the path that I follow... It is good that understand the path of an ideal leader, Taka.