The Conversation between Moroyuki and Masanaga (1)

"To remain faithful," replied Moroyuki.
"To the Emperor?" asked Masanaga again.
"To whom mind never."
"What?"
"It doesn't matter to whom you are faithful. It is to remain faithful that is important."
"Are you talking about ethics?"
"No. I am talking about reality. Remember, we are aliens here in Mutsu. They are all fighting each other in chaos here changing sides in their own interests. If we did the same changing sides in our interests, we would be one of them. Then, they, natives, have advantages, and we would be diminished. We should be distinguished and even marked to survive and prosper here in Mutsu. Remain faithful, even if you are surrounded by all the enemies. That would work for the long," Moroyuki spoke unusually long for him.
"Ah, now I think I understand you, my brother."
"Thank you."