[ maybe it is an option in this city, or that's what denji likes to believe. they could all start fresh, try to be a bit more selfish, and think about what they want to do; there is a level of freedom in being here, which is a bit ironic considering they've all been forced into serving an unknown organization against their will. he's unsure of megumi speaking based on experience or an assumption— it wouldn't change denji's answer regardless. ]

True. It will feel like shit for a while ... and then someone else will show up and make you forget all about it.

[ denji offers him a knowing smile, reassuring him that he's been through it and there is hope of moving on. it doesn't mean it wouldn't hurt like hell, but megumi comes off as someone who can handle the brief heartache— he only needs to shake off the fear that is holding him back. ]

... Is the person you like with us here?

[ he's not asking for a name. okay, maybe he is asking for a name ... ]