The truth was worth hearing. Kurogane agreed with that in his own way, but there had to be circumstances for hearing that truth - specifically being able to hear it from someone they could trust. Someone who hadn't been putting them through hell over the last few weeks, others longer.

With Fai already going along with the man and Tsubaki attempting to understand, that left Kurogane as the only one who would not be temped by pretty words and promises. The ninja became even more grounded in his decision when he heard Landel speak of being "bound" to his service. Kurogane already served under someone, and the last thing he would do was make some deal that had him serving another.

Entering the hallway a few feet behind Fai and the Doctor, Kurogane was forced to keep his distance by the barrier Landel seemed to be keeping in place. Despite that, Kurogane kept as close as possible, silent while the others there spoke. The Doctor had finally been right about one thing: anything he said would not be trusted by the ninja. There was the only understanding the two were likely to find between themselves.