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It makes me want to bite someone too, the half-breed snorted, an amused grin twisting his swollen, bruised muzzle.

He leaned closer to the girl, his voice dropping to a conspiratorial whisper, though his tone was encouraging, I'm sure they will! Keep your chin up! You'll need to train hard and show them there's no other place you could be, hmm? I have every confidence in you, Safiya. Machi's words carried a genuine sense of belief, his eyes reflecting a glimmer of admiration at her determination.

I appreciate it, but truly, do not trouble yourself over it. I have visitors, why, I'm hardly ever alone here! His reassurance held a hint of truth amidst the constant presence of guard patrols.

You're immensely kind though. Make sure you hold onto that as you grow up, okay? Machi's gaze softened as he imparted this advice, his tone sincere despite the irony of the situation. You don't want to end up imprisoned like me, he added with a self-deprecating grin, the weight of his words tempered by a flicker of dark humor.