I do not condemn you, Absinthe . . . Your efforts have caused great suffering for many, and I am pained by that. But the same as the empire, I know there is a reason for what you have done. I am in no position to hold judgment over you. It is, however, within my power to listen to you, to offer understanding, if only from one other soul.
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[not said with any heat, just stating that facts]
Whatever the reason, it secured my livelihood. For that, I am grateful.
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You were a useful piece, that is true. Far too valuable to simply waste.
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[ drily. ]
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[oh no, reaching out to place her hand on his]
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I am not in need of understanding, my dear, least of all from you.
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Once again, I am special to you?
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... I'm not able to deny you were important.
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. . . I apologize for pressing you.
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[ foolishly!!
though he is moving to stand, now. ]
There is no need to apologize.
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You are still a guest.
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Then, thank you for your understanding and generosity. Until next we met.
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he offers a deep bow -- though much like a lot of his words it probably stinks of insincerity, ]
You're quite welcome, my dear.
[ and -- he doesn't seem patient enough to stay for more of a farewell than that, moving to exit ]
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