[Edgeworth glances away, no longer looking Toby in the eye. When he speaks, his voice is stiff, stilted, and quiet.]
Over the past few months, I've seen imPorts that I've written off as useless - or worse - rise to heights that I could have never dreamed of. They've displayed courage, valor, and at time even wisdom, and have risked their lives to aid both friends and strangers alike. In other words... they weren't the people I thought they were.
[And now, he looks back at Toby. His voice is still quiet, but it's firmer now, and he has a serious look in his eyes]
That's why I invited you here tonight, Toby. I wanted to see what kind of person you are.
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[Edgeworth glances away, no longer looking Toby in the eye. When he speaks, his voice is stiff, stilted, and quiet.]
Over the past few months, I've seen imPorts that I've written off as useless - or worse - rise to heights that I could have never dreamed of. They've displayed courage, valor, and at time even wisdom, and have risked their lives to aid both friends and strangers alike. In other words... they weren't the people I thought they were.
[And now, he looks back at Toby. His voice is still quiet, but it's firmer now, and he has a serious look in his eyes]
That's why I invited you here tonight, Toby. I wanted to see what kind of person you are.