Trying so hard doesn't mean it's any good though, right? Maybe if he'd just admit it instead of getting so angry all the time, it wouldn't be much of a problem.

[but no, it's hijikata. he's stubborn and annoying, and definitely pretty obstinate when it comes to matters regarding hogyoku. even hijikata knows it's not that good, but he'd rather throw a fit than just say that.

not that it really matters that much, of course. even if hijikata admitted it day in and day out, souji would still openly tease him, sneak into his room and read the poetry. it's just more fun for him that way, and he has to get his kicks somehow, right?]