Dimitri & Flayn B

Flayn
Why are you out and about so late, Dimitri?

Dimitri
Ah. Hello, Flayn. I could ask you the same thing.

Flayn
Me? I was feeling restless and came here to think.

Dimitri
I see. I'm here for the same reason.

Flayn
How funny!

Flayn
But...are you feeling well? You look fairly pale.

Dimitri
It's nothing. I just have a bit of a headache.

Flayn
Oh my, headaches are quite troublesome, are they not? I am sure it will subside soon!

Flayn
Actually, I am quite talented when it comes to healing magic. If you will allow me, I will have you feeling better in no time.

Dimitri
That's kind of you, but I'm fine.

Flayn
But...why not? Have I offended you somehow?

Dimitri
...

Dimitri
This headache...is something I've dealt with for a while now. Ever since my family and friends were murdered before my eyes.

Dimitri
I must never forget that day. I must never allow their deaths to be forgotten.

Dimitri
I feel this headache is a reminder of sorts, of those I failed to protect...and of their murderers, who still roam free.

Flayn
I see. That would explain your somber demeanor. Still, I do not agree with all you are saying.

Flayn
I feel that if I were your father, or any of your dear friends whom you lost...

Flayn
I would want you to let go of me eventually.

Flayn
I would never want someone whom I care deeply for to be pained by the loss of me for eternity. And I doubt they would want that either.

Dimitri
Perhaps. Unfortunately, they have left this world, so I can no longer ask their preference.

Flayn
We cannot ask them directly, but we can imagine how they might have felt. You know who they were as people.

Flayn
As for me, if I am ever to be but a memory in your future, I want you to remember me in a way that brings you joy.

Flayn
I would want you to smile when you recalled me, to feel warmed by the notion that I cherished your company.

Flayn
I cannot imagine I am the only one who feels this way. Surely anyone who loved another would wish only for their peace and happiness.

Dimitri
...

Flayn
I...must apologize. I was out of line, clearly.

Flayn
I must get some rest now. Please do not stay up too late yourself.

Dimitri
Good night, Flayn. And...thank you.