[ So, this is it, is the thought that crosses Yagen's mind at the time, and for a moment, he takes two steps towards Lelouch—his expression all the while unreadable in that span of time. But, he doesn't take further action following that, and most of the time he's just standing there, evaluating the man's words, his own reactions. What he'd decide to do, as the choice to follow Lelouch or not is one he'll make on his own. Whether he does, someone in the crowd is undoubtedly making the decision to side with Lelouch, or not to.
Yagen has always painted himself a picture of calm, but the trouble with that is the fact that even he can lose himself easily to the side of him that's hotblooded enough to do something incredibly foolish. His mental state is dubious right now, and he had even considered going rogue in the sense of saying 'fuck it all'. But, what would that do, if it tosses it all to the flames? If he and Souza aren't alive, they can't return to serve their Master. Yet, he is sure that they can be replaced.
Even if he feels anger, at the idea of someone he's grown to care about could be considered so easy to discard. And once again, Lelouch's arrogant words concerning Souza's death.
Still, not everyone here could be so easily substituted for another. ]
To answer your question:
I'd stain my hands gladly, if I were given orders that required me to do exactly that. In the absence of orders, I would do anything to take that evil down with as much minimal innocent casualties as possible. Since that is what my Master would wish of me.
But, if there's no other choice, I will do what I must. I will cut down anyone who would try to stop me and whoever that I need to, if I need to make that sacrifice.
[ For a brief moment, he's speaking again something unplanned and not very well thought out before he could stop himself. ]
In addition, it'd be wise if keep yourself in moderation regarding making any further unnecessary comments concerning Souza's death.
[ Yagen's voice is less neutral than he wants it to be. But the important thing is that he tried to not allow himself to descend into saying something explicitly unpleasant. It is beneath him to do so, even considering the circumstances. ]
I also informed you that I don't know enough as I wish to, even despite the knowledge I've managed to collect. If you know what this condition is, you may as well go ahead and tell us already. Then, I'll be inclined to make my decision.
WELL THEN...
Yagen has always painted himself a picture of calm, but the trouble with that is the fact that even he can lose himself easily to the side of him that's hotblooded enough to do something incredibly foolish. His mental state is dubious right now, and he had even considered going rogue in the sense of saying 'fuck it all'. But, what would that do, if it tosses it all to the flames? If he and Souza aren't alive, they can't return to serve their Master. Yet, he is sure that they can be replaced.
Even if he feels anger, at the idea of someone he's grown to care about could be considered so easy to discard. And once again, Lelouch's arrogant words concerning Souza's death.
Still, not everyone here could be so easily substituted for another. ]
To answer your question:
I'd stain my hands gladly, if I were given orders that required me to do exactly that. In the absence of orders, I would do anything to take that evil down with as much minimal innocent casualties as possible. Since that is what my Master would wish of me.
But, if there's no other choice, I will do what I must. I will cut down anyone who would try to stop me and whoever that I need to, if I need to make that sacrifice.
[ For a brief moment, he's speaking again something unplanned and not very well thought out before he could stop himself. ]
In addition, it'd be wise if keep yourself in moderation regarding making any further unnecessary comments concerning Souza's death.
[ Yagen's voice is less neutral than he wants it to be. But the important thing is that he tried to not allow himself to descend into saying something explicitly unpleasant. It is beneath him to do so, even considering the circumstances. ]
I also informed you that I don't know enough as I wish to, even despite the knowledge I've managed to collect. If you know what this condition is, you may as well go ahead and tell us already. Then, I'll be inclined to make my decision.