[He understands what she's getting at here, and he's not going to ask who the Bounty Leader is. Some things, he thinks, are better known by fewer people. Milla is taking a big risk just telling him this much--and honestly, he appreciates her trust in him.
He draws in a slow breath.
Sacrificing one person for the good of everyone.
It's disgusting.
It's also the least disgusting option they have.]
... Do you know who the Deputy is?
[Is this even... something that can be done?]
As you said... the Bounty Leader must be the one to take the Deputy's life, or it's all for naught, correct?
[... He's so tired.
This business of deciding the fates of everyone... he's starting to think he's not suited to it.]
no subject
He draws in a slow breath.
Sacrificing one person for the good of everyone.
It's disgusting.
It's also the least disgusting option they have.]
... Do you know who the Deputy is?
[Is this even... something that can be done?]
As you said... the Bounty Leader must be the one to take the Deputy's life, or it's all for naught, correct?
[... He's so tired.
This business of deciding the fates of everyone... he's starting to think he's not suited to it.]