such words seemed to have come out of the blue , but mitsue just smiles in response . he’s quite used to having people berate him without much prompting , after all . . . they all come to his bar to vent and get rid of frustrations ; he’s not one to judge the burden they carry nor chastise them for their crass words .
“ you speak from experience , ” he states , noting the way the other speaks with such confidence , “ and it seemed to have left a deep impression , ” the bartender continues , though he has much to say , mitsue holds his tongue . it’s not his place to be presumptuous nor make assumptions , it’s not his place to push his opinion nor voice it . he grew up as an entertainer’s son , he’s learned numerous things just watching his mother work . . . and most of what he got was how to please his clients . most times , people who come here are just looking for someone to listen .
“ would you like another drink ?? i can lend you my ear if you wish for someone to relieve your burdens , ”