But if they knew, then why would they...?

[ it's frustrating, not really understanding what their logic was. wanting to save someone is important, true, but so is respecting their own wishes. considering that, ochako chews on the inside of her cheek as she carefully tries to choose her words. ]

Xie Lian... When I told him I'd volunteered, I think his first idea was to protect me. But when I said that I wouldn't want anyone to take my place, he decided against it. So I think, if he knew, he would have listened to you, too.