[it's when she actually speaks - when she says his name and makes it clear she wants to talk instead of just run - that he slows down. he's also out of breath, but he was ready to keep pushing himself further and further still. the voices don't quite go away, but he does look over to hear and does his best to give her his attention.
as much as he has to spare right now.]
... Shen-san...
[if i tried to kill you, you'd kill me first, wouldn't you?]
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as much as he has to spare right now.]
... Shen-san...
[if i tried to kill you, you'd kill me first, wouldn't you?]