"Instead, it sounds more like a fantasy tale!"
"..."
Five Rivers Kotori's voice carried a hint of temptation.
Five Rivers Shiori failed to notice and simply followed along, smiling as she looked at her little sister as if she understood her very well.
"But even if it sounds like a fantasy tale, does that mean we shouldn't do it?"
"..."
She took a deep breath and finally settled on her opinion.
"Indeed."
"To eliminate the Spirits and prevent spacequakes, going after them is perfectly reasonable."
"But! From what you've said, their falling asleep or waking up and causing spacequakes... isn't something they chose to do themselves. Right?"
"..."
"And just because of that, you want to kill them. That's completely unreasonable!"
If.
If it were something unavoidable... if there were no other choice!
Then she might be able to accept it!
But since Ratatoskr had chosen another strategy, that proved it was also feasible.
"If there really is another way—one that can eliminate the threat posed by the Spirits while ensuring they can live happy, better lives..."
"Then give it a try!"
"Even if it fails."
"It's still better than doing nothing!"
"..."
That was what Five Rivers Shiori thought.
She really was as gentle as ever.
She didn't understand any lofty principles!
But she knew.
There was no such thing as a necessary sacrifice.
Having to choose between things was ultimately an act of helplessness!
If possible... she wanted everything!
"Excellent!" Just then, Five Rivers Kotori suddenly slapped the table and stood up, looking very pleased as she gazed at Five Rivers Shiori.
"Huh?" Five Rivers Shiori froze, suddenly struck by an ominous feeling.
Then, right after that.
The next instant!
"Since you've agreed, Sis, then go for it!"
"Do your best on your first date!"
"..."
Five Rivers