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Alicio couldn't tell if the two Shi'ido were seriously considering his proposal, or were entertaining the idea solely to mock him. It wasn't a feeling he particularly enjoyed, staring between the two of them as they responded. It was dificult to tell, but it seemed the one disguised as a Gand was perhaps a bit more open to the idea than the human.
Evident by the latter's insistence in needling him, and Inanna as well. The Count had to fight to keep his anger in check, narrowing his eyes imperiously at the man, but not respecting his words with a response. Instead, he turned his face to the Gand-disguised Shi'ido.
"I don't have to trust you," Alicio said, his words measured. "I trust your motivations. I believe what this movement wants is a free Lao-mon. I believe you truly want what is best for your people. That you aren't just terrorists, criminals looking out for yourselves. If I'm wrong," he said, gesturing to the room of people. "Feel free to tell us now."
It was his own little trap. Turn on him now, before fully considering his offer, and they would brand themselves hypocrites. Hopefully, it was enough. The Count stood up, turning to address the whole room, his presence quiet, but impassioned.
"And if you can't trust me, trust my motivations. I want the Shi'ido to be safe. I think you want that too. So let's work together, to reclaim what was lost."
"If you would truly liberate Lao-mon by any means necessary, I'm happy to be that means. Your necessary evil, if you need one."
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