[ At least this time it's less loud than before - there's something like them making further realizations on the matter, and when they do disagree, they don't always want it to be with a flare of anger. It's just a little frightening realizing just how much little time is likely left, especially as time trickles down here in regards to the current mission that they have.

They hear him mention that Vash will remember each and every face.

So, really, isn't that even more of a reason...? They pause and try to think about this harder even if they can't seem to find a way to make this sound potentially palpable to Wolfwood. He might have considered his response cruel, but it's just making them go into further contemplation. They may have gotten a bit more stubborn.

Or...it's desperation. ]

Hmph, I won't be a coward - I'll answer your harsh question.

I will even say that maybe it isn't enough. 20, 30, 40...100 years.

Eventually those will be gone in a blink of an eye.

But, with more time, there happens to simply be more opportunities to look on for longer how many shared moments there are. The pain of the loss will still be great, and yet, what about the times filled with joy?

The bittersweet feeling of someone who passed will always remain with agony.

Though, at the same time, I can't help that it would feel worth it. That it could be enough. Not forever.

But, just for quite a long while after. Especially if there were mementos.

[ ... ]

Even if you don't believe so.