[when he catches gerard's eyes glance for his sword, buzen matches by raising his hands up, palms open. nothing he can use to hurt him. even still, he doesn't close the distance between them any further.]

... you should still get healed. Let me know if you want Lam-san to get you, I'll pay her fee since it's my fault.

[so much of that unnecessary pain at the end was his fault. his expression shutters closed for a moment before he faces gerard again]

I don't expect forgiveness. But I do want to say I'm sorry - and short of killing me, because I made a promise... you can ask for whatever you want in return.