[France lets Cooper gather his thoughts, waiting with a level of attentiveness that's rare to see from France. He cares about Cooper in a way that only Envy precedes and in a way that's wholly different from his relationships with other Nations. Cooper is someone that he can sincerely call a friend, and that's true novelty for France.]
[He listens quietly while Cooper is speaking, up until Cooper comes to the phrase "I failed in my vigilance." At that, France breathes in sharply and doesn't let the breath out until after Cooper finishes. He remains quiet for a long moment, a muscle in his jaw working, and when he responds, France's voice is low and strained.]
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[He listens quietly while Cooper is speaking, up until Cooper comes to the phrase "I failed in my vigilance." At that, France breathes in sharply and doesn't let the breath out until after Cooper finishes. He remains quiet for a long moment, a muscle in his jaw working, and when he responds, France's voice is low and strained.]
Did you see justice served?