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[Blondie over here is sitting in a chair, twirling a rose in his hand.]

A bit preoccupied I have been with trying to learn more about this place. Of course, I still have much to learn, what with the recent events that have transpired, but I'm sure it won't be of any hindrance of things that will come up in the near future.

But that's not why I'm making this. I feel this may be a little more personal, but with the way things are, does that really matter at this point?

[He placed the rose down, his eyes shifting to the bracelet on his wrist.]

"Resolve". That word has been stuck in my mind for quite some time. What exactly does your "resolve" involve? Is it one to be admired, or is it one that is grotesque and horrifying? I've been told that mine has been rather admirable, yet to others, it might seem reckless and rather terrifying. However, I achieved my "resolve" a while back, making me rather...content.

...what is your resolve? [The rose finds it way back to his hand, as he plucks a petal from it.] I want to see if I can admire it.

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...no wars, no murders...? Just a peaceful society?

[He could already tell where Shun would have some doubts about the place he lives in. After all, its only human nature to kill one another eventually. There is no way around it.]

I'm sorry, but that doesn't seem likely. Why is your world like that?

Most likely... it would be too dangerous.

I told you about Cantus, didn't I? You said it sounded more powerful than the Stands you have in your world.

[The ability of his world...as much as Giorno hated to admit it, it was powerful. Creating things based on what your mind can imagine? It didn't sound like a stand ability he had ever seen.]

Yes. Does that play a part in this peaceful society of yours?

In the past, there were wars fought because of Cantus. Only some people had the ability, and they abused it, killing people indiscriminately.

[The story of the slave empires come to mind, and his eyes narrow with discomfort.]

...After those societies fell, another faction took over and built a new one of peace, doing whatever they could to ensure that wouldn't happen again. The method is hard to describe but... Using hypnosis and certain animal traits, they've made it so humans can no longer kill each other without the risk of Death Feedback.

If I hadn't come across the information by chance, I wouldn't have even thought it was possible for that kind of thing to happen.

[His eyes widened a bit by the information. As if his world wasn't bad enough...]

...I would understand where the problems lie in your world. Honestly, I would not be able to live under those conditions. [His face slowly slipped into an apathetic look.] ...but if hypnosis is used, there's not much one can do to break out.

...although, how did you come across this information?

Even if you're aware of it, it's difficult to break through the hypnosis on your own. [Even though he knew his Cantus had been sealed in that manner, he had still needed Saki's help to unleash it again.]

...My group came across a- I think it called itself a library terminal? There were stories about an evil minoshiro that would cause people to die if they saw it, so we decided to investigate the rumor while we were on our summer camping trip.

It turned out to be a branch of the library that only looked like a minoshiro. It tried to use hypnosis to escape, but one of my friends was able to capture it, and we got it to tell us more about our home.

[For a young boy, Shun seems to have gone through a lot. But it really does impress Giorno to see how he's able to handle it so well. His respect for Shun certainly is growing.]

I'm not exactly familiar with what a "minoshiro" is, but by the sounds of it, it does sound rather...intimidating.

But as long as you were able to actually conquer it, then that's all that matters. [...it was a branch of the library? Well, that's certainly...odd sounding.] Ah, what exactly did it tell you?

Minoshiro by themselves aren't so bad. They aren't dangerous at all.

But... the one we found wasn't real, I don't think. It just stored data for the library.

[His brow furrows slightly, trying to make sense of it himself as he speaks.]

It told us about the history of our country after the fall of ancient civilization because of Cantus users, and the dark age that came after that. And it explained to us some of the methods they use to control us - like the hypnosis. But... [And his eyes narrow further here.] It also told us about creatures we know as Ogres and Karma Demons.

In school they teach us about them as if they're monsters, but... the fake minoshiro said they're the result of Cantus users and two different syndromes.

...so it seems that this Cantus ability of yours is the root behind everything of your world. What a pity. [His eyes drifted to the ground, in contemplation.]

I'm sorry, Shun. It seems that there really is more to your world then meets the eyes. How much else have you found out? ...I'll be willing to share some things about my world to you, as well. You'll find that...well.

[Would his opinion on him change if he does actually tell? Hm. Might as well take a swing.]

It does seem that way, doesn't it?

[He slowly exhales.]

We didn't find out much more than that. I know that they... remove children who look like they might become Ogres or Karma Demons, but we got caught in the middle of learning more.

[And that lead to an entirely different adventure.]

What is your world like, Giovanna? It's... nothing like mine, is it?

The world is quite unforgiving, isn't it? It seems that no matter what we do, something is bound to pop up, and soon enough, we're caught in it's web. Pity, though.

...they remove children, though...tch. Your world is certainly different then mine...

[As he says this, his stare grows distant, in contemplation of what Shun had asked him.]

...please, I prefer Giorno, Giovanna is rather feminine in our language, and makes it seem like I'm a woman. But...my world? There's something to be said about the different cultures and languages that float about with each region. Different ethnic backgrounds, different looks...some regions are much more poor than others.

I come from a country called Italy, but that's where I was raised, and learned the language. There, I lived a rather displeasing life at start. However, if there's one thing that's dominant in Italy, it's what we call a Mafia. And it's run by a boss, branching out to different operatives. They run the streets, and if you even get on their bad side...certain death awaits. Cross the boss, and it's the last thing you'll regret doing.

Ah-- Sorry. [He quickly makes a mental note not to do that in the future.]

A Mafia? [He gives a small frown as he tries to imagine this.] Why would they kill people for that?

[A sigh came out of his mouth.] ...it's how they work. They're sort of the law where I came from. No one dares to mess with them.

...want to know something, though? When I was little, a mafia gangster turned my life around when I saved his life. No longer was I lacking confidence from that point. I felt as if I needed to repay him, somehow. This is what drives my resolve, to help out those in need, those who are less fortunate.

...that is why I decided to become a "Gangstar"! And I have achieved it. You're looking at the Boss of the Mafia Gang Passione!

[Also, you get a goofy pose from Giorno.]

[That's certainly a surprising tale to hear, although Shun definitely looks confused as well. You just got through telling him that the Mafia kills people, and now you are telling him you are a boss of one.]

Then... if you are the boss, does that mean you can decide not to kill people?

It would be preferable not to lose anybody, or not to kill, but unfortunately... [He sighs, looking away from Shun.] ...it's unavoidable. Death is something that comes naturally to this business, as much as I like to try and avoid it.

Everything has the right to walk their own path, and if someone were to come along and strip it away, it only depends on their actions. I cannot forgive anyone who would kill for the sheer enjoyment of it. Punishments are needed to be implemented.

...it's sad, really. As much as I like to clean up the streets, complications arise, and I am forced to give orders to kill. As much as I dislike it, that's how it goes.

[He looks a little pained at the thought, even as he tries to keep his expression under control. Calm, Shun. Calm.]

So you kill the people who have killed.

I'm no better than they are, is what you're thinking right now, correct? It's true, I'm about as disgusting as they are in that sense. And I accept that.

But for the friends that have died in my adventure to become boss, in my struggles to get to the top...I've had to keep my goal in mind. Otherwise, I would have become lost, becoming no better then the boss before me. And...

I needed to keep a promise to Buccellati. I wanted to see his dream come to life, even after death. But...I'm sure this explanation serves no better to convince your mind. It's just...my thoughts.

...I don't know what to think. People killed in the past - maybe some of them did it for the same reasons you did. And even now, children are being removed...

[He shakes his head. It's a complicated matter, especially now knowing Giorno's own story, and it's hard to come to a decision when you simply do not know much about it.]

...I don't think killing is ever good. But after hearing that... I don't think it's just black and white, either.

...only know that I won't harm someone unless they have harmed someone else themselves. I have no interest in that sort of business.

[But what Shun says is still right. Killing is still no black and white sort of situation. Taking morals into account...]

The subject is touchy, no? There really is no way around seeing what killing truly bears. But Shun, I want you to tell me the truth that you so sought to desire.

If given the situation, with your life on the line, would you kill to save yourself?

[Not minding the fact that he's still a boy.]

...

If it were another human... I would not be able to kill them, no matter how much they threatened myself or others.

[Part of it is... a desire he has to avoid violence. But then, even that desire had been carefully cultivated by his society, hadn't it? Just like the death feedback that would stop both his hand and mind alike if he ever harmed another.]

As I thought. After what you told me, it wouldn't seem possible for you to able to do such a thing.

...but I apologize for springing such a question on you. I just needed to clear up some doubt that clouded my mind. And to learn more about people in the process.

[He's not the most social guy in the world.]

It's fine. There's a lot I need to learn, too.

[Although more because his society was so very different as opposed to lacking in social skills.]

I'm sure you'll learn fast, you have a good head on your shoulders. If you'd like, I'm sure I can teach you some things myself.

[Giorno you're not THAT much older then him, what would you know?]

I'd appreciate that. From what I can tell, your world is much more similar to what everyone else is used to.

Well, I would assume so. Our worlds are only so similar in different ways. Mine just...has our Stands attached.

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