[...he understands what Megami is trying to say, he thinks. That, essentially, he ought to have given Choromatsu the freedom to make his own choices...and his own mistakes, if need be. He'd warned them about humans, sure, but he did not exactly have the right to keep them away from the shore, not as adults anyway.

He just can't say he understands. He's not sure he ever would.]

I fear...that the damage I have done to his trust in me may be irreparable. I certainly made it clear to him how I felt...and let my anger rule my actions.

[Poseidon doesn't meet Megami's gaze, blinking as the rainwater collects on his eyelashes.]

I just...cannot trust them, Megami. I am so afraid he will be hurt again.