[ Though he semi-expects it, dying still hurts. There's no sound save for a choked off gurgle as the blade twists, assuring his death. His knees give way but Hijikata catches him, holding his hand as everything fades. He wants to tell them that the care is unnecessary. He wants to tell them that it's more kindness than he deserves.
But in the end, he passes with nary a word spoken. Hijikata did his work well. Emet-Selch wakes up with a violent start, breathing hard and clutching his chest. ]
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But in the end, he passes with nary a word spoken. Hijikata did his work well. Emet-Selch wakes up with a violent start, breathing hard and clutching his chest. ]