[That is a lot. Not for Vash to handle, he's shouldered worse. But it's a lot for someone who barely looks older than fifteen to be thinking about. It's also something Vash probably should have been considering all along. The fact that someone so young has to point it out is... a little troubling.]

I think you make a good point. And I think it's something you should pose to the others. [He says it calmly enough, at least.] If nothing else, you should talk to the Guardians that are alive. Zahliya or Moder might be able to answer that question better, I think. They knew the others more, or at least Moder did. They could probably tell you the kind of people the others were and whether or not this was something they'd actually want.

[To Hunter's second point, Vash's brows lift high. He leans forward, studying the feather first, then Hunter himself. This isn't a lie, he knows that. And.. again, it's a lot for a kid to handle.]

Can I... make an assumption? [He waits for permission, before:] You're afraid to tell the others, because you're afraid they'll jump right into talking about how they can bring it back, right?