...I have an idea for that one, but - if the note about the shadows leaving once the verdict is read is true, I don't know how much we should be following up on it anymore. You know? I mean, if someone was taken over by a shadow, it's not like they should be punished for what they did, especially after the shadow is gone.
Because to take a life, particularly not of your own will, is in and of itself a rather difficult experience. It is haunting, and for many, it will color their interactions for some time after. Will this person hate me for what I have done? Will I ever get to be entirely truthful again?
Such weight upon the heart... If one cannot trust others, it remains that they will hold it by themselves.
But I believe that reaching out, offering safety and non-judgment, may still yet be another form of salvation.
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And that is what sits poorly.
[sometimes
you are used to being an npc who knows who all the killers are]
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We are in agreement. Even still...
[ . . . ]
I shall worry, if that person feels as though they are alone in their secrecy.
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[he shrugs.]
I think, if it were me, it would hurt more than help if someone came to me to talk about it.
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[his expression turns thoughtful]
... while I do not whole-heartedly agree, I shall not push the subject if you do not wish it.
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[but, after a moment, curious rather than defensive:]
Why do you disagree?
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Because to take a life, particularly not of your own will, is in and of itself a rather difficult experience. It is haunting, and for many, it will color their interactions for some time after. Will this person hate me for what I have done? Will I ever get to be entirely truthful again?
Such weight upon the heart... If one cannot trust others, it remains that they will hold it by themselves.
But I believe that reaching out, offering safety and non-judgment, may still yet be another form of salvation.
That is simply my own experience, however.
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well, he's silent, for at least a few moments.]
...I guess so.
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this one is affection week]
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... pursue what truth is most sincere and genuine to you, dear Rupert.
But know that I remain wholeheartedly in the belief that you are capable of doing great things to warm the lives of others.
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[it's said sincerely.]