[William swallowed as he listened to Rei's words, because he understood that feeling, if not to the same extent. Wasn't that how he had felt back home?]

...I do understand that. The desire to not just stand idly by and be thrown around by fate.

[He rubbed the back of his neck, because it felt awkward to be so open. But well, if Rei was expressing such genuine feeling, then it was only fair.]

When you do not have a lot of power, you have to grasp whatever is offered to you. Otherwise, you end up always relying on others, burdening them and yourself.

[He smiled then.]

I am sure you can do something though. Especially when you have managed to stumble upon such a unique chance.