Noticing himself, he was going to ask more about that flame, but..

The sudden alarm and holomonitors showing the elims made him swiftly turn.

Already, he could feel his chest sink low..even if he held up a unreadable facade though his suit.

The first life was taken. But what hits harder is who followed, knowing he was the cause..

"Kanato.."

Balding his fist, discreetly. Loss for words. Knowing very well the kind of person he was..he only feels regret. If he had encountered him first, this wouldn't have been an issue.

A hand on Nep's shoulder.

"I'm sorry...please keep thinking of Compa in your heart as we do this. Never let go of that feeling. I won't let things stay as they are. I promise." Glancing to Kouta. By now, he knows this man to be much more based on that fight. That aura of his was discreet, but unmistakable. Even through his helm, he gives a knowing glance.