Hmm. [Shs supposes that in a way, Rita did not have a “choice” even if Tsubasa made certain she was okay with it. Yes, I’d say we are. Even if I admit, I have been somewhat uncertain of how to help her find a direction beyond just me...

Which I would like to. I do ... not like the thought of considering someone as just a tool. [She looks to irisviel.] After all, we are inherently two parts of a whole here, are we not? I would rather consider us partners. It’s the only way I feel like I can do this and remain true to myself.

[Given how much she’s tried to break away from just being her family’s “sword,” it’s not surprising she feels so strongly being on the other side of that equation.]