Funny, but if they were talking about objects-like a valuable work of art, or an expensive antique-and Caldwell was guilty of breaking it, everyone would be on Bruce's side. His possession was damaged, he's got the right to pursue legal action to punish the perpetrator.
But put a slave in that same situation, and suddenly, there's no value to the owned "object" at all. Which is screwy, even in this setting, you know?
Funny, but if they were talking about objects-like a valuable work of art, or an expensive antique-and Caldwell was guilty of breaking it, everyone would be on Bruce's side. His possession was damaged, he's got the right to pursue legal action to punish the perpetrator.
*nods*
He certainly would get more support.
But put a slave in that same situation, and suddenly, there's no value to the owned "object" at all. Which is screwy, even in this setting, you know?I think it's a psychological defense for freemen: they can't even put a value on slaves in the abstract in this particular case, because Kathy and the N.A.S. are challenging the way of things. The Gentleman's Code of Honor is something prized and respected, and Bruce is breaking that. For whatever reason, society will back his play if Clark was a valuable statue or painting, but not because he's a living, breathing being. Too close to home
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It reminds me of Victorian England, when the upper classes would rather deny crimes happened, or let the perpetrators get away with it, than let policemen/investigators disturb their affairs by asking questions. They'd prefer to blame the detective-or the victim!- rather than the criminal.
It reminds me of Victorian England, when the upper classes would rather deny crimes happened, or let the perpetrators get away with it, than let policemen/investigators disturb their affairs by asking questions. They'd prefer to blame the detective-or the victim!- rather than the criminal.
*nods*
I've read stories set in that era, and the upper classes positively loathe the police, far more willing to sweep things under the rug rather than let scandal escape.
I adore this Lex and his willingness to stick by Bruce. It's a sad state of affairs when people like caldwell are backed for what he did.
I didn't like the sound of the Two subjects dying. That can't be good. Poor CLark has limited time and I'm worried. I'm also worried about what will happen once his heritage is known who besides bruce will protect him? Wonderful chapter honey really made me think.
I adore this Lex and his willingness to stick by Bruce. It's a sad state of affairs when people like caldwell are backed for what he did.
Lex is willing to back Bruce's play. They're old friends, and Bruce gifted him with Jamie. Good reasons right there. :)
I didn't like the sound of the Two subjects dying. That can't be good. Poor CLark has limited time and I'm worried. I'm also worried about what will happen once his heritage is known who besides bruce will protect him? Wonderful chapter honey really made me think.
*beams*
Thanks, C.! I'm glad that you are enjoying this and it's stimulating thought, among other things! ;)
Clark's time is like sand through the hourglass: running out.
Hello! I just finished reading all the way through the many arcs of this story and I wanted to say how impressive it was. This is not my fandom - I came across a Batman/Robin story of yours while looking for something else entirely and stayed to look around - but I have been completely hooked on your portrayal of the characters and their unbelievably detailed alternate universe. You have the best and worst of humanity in this, and the debate over slavery feels eerily accurate. I've seen slave fic in various fandoms, but you use it to breakdown society as well as interpersonal relationships. I love the Family and their holidays, too. Any story that features both Batman and baking pies is definitely worth reading... So thanks for the great story and I look forward to more! Mira Took (I don't have a livejournal to link to, but if you should like to know who's lurking, you can find me at one of my fandoms over at www.faramirfiction.com.)
Hello! I just finished reading all the way through the many arcs of this story and I wanted to say how impressive it was.
Thank you! Welcome aboard! :)
This is not my fandom - I came across a Batman/Robin story of yours while looking for something else entirely and stayed to look around - but I have been completely hooked on your portrayal of the characters and their unbelievably detailed alternate universe. You have the best and worst of humanity in this, and the debate over slavery feels eerily accurate. I've seen slave fic in various fandoms, but you use it to breakdown society as well as interpersonal relationships.Thank you! The main reason I started this Epic was to explore the Master/slave relationship between Bruce and Clark, and then the Abolitionist theme cropped up, so it got me writing both personal and social aspects. Which always entwines together when you deal with slavery, but I expanded things when I realized I wanted to do a little more social commentary
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But put a slave in that same situation, and suddenly, there's no value to the owned "object" at all. Which is screwy, even in this setting, you know?
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*nods*
He certainly would get more support.
But put a slave in that same situation, and suddenly, there's no value to the owned "object" at all. Which is screwy, even in this setting, you know?I think it's a psychological defense for freemen: they can't even put a value on slaves in the abstract in this particular case, because Kathy and the N.A.S. are challenging the way of things. The Gentleman's Code of Honor is something prized and respected, and Bruce is breaking that. For whatever reason, society will back his play if Clark was a valuable statue or painting, but not because he's a living, breathing being. Too close to home ( ... )
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*nods*
I've read stories set in that era, and the upper classes positively loathe the police, far more willing to sweep things under the rug rather than let scandal escape.
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I didn't like the sound of the Two subjects dying. That can't be good. Poor CLark has limited time and I'm worried. I'm also worried about what will happen once his heritage is known who besides bruce will protect him? Wonderful chapter honey really made me think.
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Lex is willing to back Bruce's play. They're old friends, and Bruce gifted him with Jamie. Good reasons right there. :)
I didn't like the sound of the Two subjects dying. That can't be good. Poor CLark has limited time and I'm worried. I'm also worried about what will happen once his heritage is known who besides bruce will protect him? Wonderful chapter honey really made me think.
*beams*
Thanks, C.! I'm glad that you are enjoying this and it's stimulating thought, among other things! ;)
Clark's time is like sand through the hourglass: running out.
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Yes, the soaps are dropping out of sight, too! They just cancelled One Life To Live and All My Children.
*hugs GH*
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AWESOME new chapter honey!
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Yes, time is not on Clark's side. :(
AWESOME new chapter honey!
Thanks! :)
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Glad you're enjoying it! :)
Between Dick and Clark, Bruce must be a wreck. Can't wait till he has peace again, or at least an outlet for his stress.
This 'verse isn't very kind to people, no matter what lot in life they have. :(
Great chapter. :))
Thank you! :)
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I just finished reading all the way through the many arcs of this story and I wanted to say how impressive it was. This is not my fandom - I came across a Batman/Robin story of yours while looking for something else entirely and stayed to look around - but I have been completely hooked on your portrayal of the characters and their unbelievably detailed alternate universe. You have the best and worst of humanity in this, and the debate over slavery feels eerily accurate. I've seen slave fic in various fandoms, but you use it to breakdown society as well as interpersonal relationships. I love the Family and their holidays, too. Any story that features both Batman and baking pies is definitely worth reading...
So thanks for the great story and I look forward to more!
Mira Took
(I don't have a livejournal to link to, but if you should like to know who's lurking, you can find me at one of my fandoms over at www.faramirfiction.com.)
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I just finished reading all the way through the many arcs of this story and I wanted to say how impressive it was.
Thank you! Welcome aboard! :)
This is not my fandom - I came across a Batman/Robin story of yours while looking for something else entirely and stayed to look around - but I have been completely hooked on your portrayal of the characters and their unbelievably detailed alternate universe. You have the best and worst of humanity in this, and the debate over slavery feels eerily accurate. I've seen slave fic in various fandoms, but you use it to breakdown society as well as interpersonal relationships.Thank you! The main reason I started this Epic was to explore the Master/slave relationship between Bruce and Clark, and then the Abolitionist theme cropped up, so it got me writing both personal and social aspects. Which always entwines together when you deal with slavery, but I expanded things when I realized I wanted to do a little more social commentary ( ... )
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