[ Of course the Vice-Commander of the Shinsengumi would miss having his considerable amount of subordinates around. He gives a little chuckle -- he gets it.

That humor fades for a moment. Ah yes, there's that nature he's used to, the blunt, almost rude manner. He takes it in stride, at least, if only because he feels like there's no sense in trying to scold him for it. ]

It's just inconvenient. [ He shrugs. ] If I didn't know it was temporary, it'd be more frightening.

[ He pauses to stub out his cigarette and tuck the butt into his jacket pocket for later disposal. ]

I do have to say that it's interesting to be limited like this. My other senses feel sharper without my sight...So yes, I'm at a marked disadvantage, but my brain is making up for it other ways. It's fascinating.