[ streusel goes to bump his head against lucretia while the rest of them mull over how terrible this situation is. he lets out a breath and nods. ]

We are not compelled to act. Ultimately, if people decide to look away, or to vote for us to be executed—that is their choice.

[ he doesn't sound resentful about it, though his thoughts are more morose. otome, i'm so sorry. ]

...However, you do not need to join us for this process, if you would rather turn away. We want to arm you with this knowledge, but making these choices and fulfilling these duties are something none of us would foist on anyone.