[ there's a long pause as she thinks that over. it's true, death is something most people are afraid of, and people shun what they fear. and it's not like Minako had intended to die either! but... that's the way it worked out. she had made the conscious decision to try for the generator, in spite of the dangers, because to her, the potential benefits outweighed the risks. if she had a second chance, she'd probably make the same decision.

... she doubts Hinata would like to hear that, though.]

How should I talk about it then? [ her voice is soft, almost sad. ] I can't pretend it didn't happen, because... it did happen. It's something I'm going to have to live with.