[It's an odd concept, okay. 40 swords and one master, who does this guy think he is, date masamune or something--

But for now, Sousei nods thoughtfully.]

I see.

[A considering hum.]

But nonetheless, you are still being injured in such situations. You are still soldiers who are capable of thought and emotion--ignoring that fact is as harmful on you as it would be any human.

[Look, he just doesn't buy the "we're swords and we can be fixed easily so we'll fight all of your bloody wars for you!!!" It almost seems cruel.]