That is true. But we can always hope.

[ His expression becomes more serious. ]

Even so, I doubt there is anything we can do to affect the situation out there. And yet, sitting here doing just our jobs doesn't feel enough.

[ Takakage shakes his head slightly at that. ]

I suppose that is a dilemma in itself. Perhaps an opportunity will come in time.

[ But will it be soon enough? That is the question. ]