[Rank was one thing, but for Mephisto, a demon whose true and original form is the very concept of time itself, to lose that part of him is painful in a way even he can't fully comprehend. Which is probably why it's hitting him so hard -- it's not just that he's upset, but he's probably more upset than he's ever been before.]

[All things considered, he's actually taking it pretty well.]

I'll pass. I think I've lost my appetite.

[But u know what, misery loves company, so--]

Ah, but speaking of unexpected hiccups in our arrival... have you had another chance to speak with Kamiki-san?