“In other words , Yayoi Sashirono was, to just come out and say it, one of the lucky few chosen by God. Among the highly skilled, there are two types of people: those who are chosen, and those who choose themselves – those who have value, and those who create value.”

“”‘I trust you . . . ‘ I muttered, self-mockingly.
Since when was I the type to make such grandiose claims?
Didn’t sound like me.
Question: What is trust?
Answer: Not minding if you’re betrayed.
Not regretting if you’re betrayed.
‘Either way, it’s nonsense . . .'”