[He curls his fingers and turns away, closing his eyes.]

I want to trust you, Mitsuzane. I want to let you be as free as possible. Once we rebuild somewhat... I'll do my best not to dictate your activities anymore.

[It had only caused his brother pain, and he wants to let him do as he wishes if only out of fear of what he might do if he's constrained again... but Mitsuzane has to take responsibility. Not as much weight as Takatora himself has to carry, but he can't run away from his mistakes.]

I'm sorry, Mitsuzane. This falls on both of us, much as I wish it didn't.