Tch, this girl trying to understand the way he thinks, as if she has any right. And alright, so maybe there's a touch of truth there, especially now that Ren knows the full truth, but Akechi isn't so ready to admit it.

"Not completely. Maruki remains standing in our way back in Tokyo and I refuse to stay here and let that monster do as he pleases. Whatever comes after is irrelevant, but I will see him brought to his knees first."