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"But when a man declares
that he wishes to tear his belly open,
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it can only come
from a most profound resolve.
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I am sure it would be no use
trying to dissuade him.
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Grant him his final wish.
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Although I would like to meet
this man of such uncommon valor
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and tell him how much
I admire his purpose,
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I am unfortunately scheduled to go
to Lord Doi's residence at this hour.
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Extend to him
every courtesy of this house,
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and have all our retainers
witness his final act,
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that they may remember it
as a proud example."
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Such were Master Bennosuke's words,
I was told.
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Tell me:
What do you think of this story?
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A most interesting tale,
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worthy of the famous red armor
that symbolizes the House of Iyi
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and its reputation for great martial valor.
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May I ask what your intentions are?
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You mean...
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about this?
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Exactly.
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You may set your mind at ease.
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I came here
with every intention of dying.
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Well, well.
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A most admirable resolve.
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In that case, Master Tsugumo...
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perhaps I should recount for you
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a little more of Motome Chijiiwa's story.