[ Under different circumstances, Akechi would be thrilled to have anyone ask about his status as a highschool detective, a reason to gloat about his achievements, but in this place, he has to admit they mean little; they're practically ordinary, really. He'll have to try much harder, if he wants a place in the spotlight.

What Subaru says, however, while not closely related to their current ordeal, does sound extraordinary in its own right. ]

I have the distinct feeling you don't mean it in the simple sense of dedicating time to honing a skill, or pouring effort into chasing a dream. Would that be correct?

[ C'mon, hit him with your best CLAMP shot. ]