It would be hard to argue, but I suppose even a god can be merciful at times? Especially if it means so much for me to stay with the ones I adore the most! [ Can anyone imagine Kogitsunemaru standing up to Inari? Not even he can, and it shows on his face with the slightest of grimace. He tries to smile through it, he has to be a courageous fox for his family. ]

I don't know about staying here. At least on our own world, we control more of our fates than here. There's an intermediary, some factors we cannot see or understand, or have the full story to. [ And he loosely wraps his arms around Mikazuki, closing his eyes. ]

If you are ever forced into a situation like that, I'll find a way to get you out. I don't know how, but I will. Though I know that Haru would fight for you as well, trust that I will barge into wherever you are and I will save you.

[ National treasure or not, Mikazuki is a more personal treasure to him. ]