Is it not a little difficult to believe good things said when there are none said? Aside from words, is it not a little more powerful for us to believe in actions rather than colloquial speech?
I think given the idea that some may not understand a particular position, it can lead to misinterpretation and assumptions. Some people deserve a little more credit than what they may be given.
[And by that she means herself, but she's not going to say it.]
[She doesn't need to hear this. She's not claiming that Erol's justified in his actions. It does make her pause and does irritate her--to put it lightly--and that's a severe understatement.]
I never once claimed that I defend him or his actions. I would appreciate it if people did not assume that I have, or currently do so, or will do so in the future. That was all I meant. I have left no room for deliberate misconstruing of my words.
Well your actions are saying otherwise, Princess. You should really step back and take a good look at how you're coming off to other people. The Christine-double isn't a good look for you.
I know how my actions may look. I have my own questions for the man. I only want the answers to my questions. I do not condone of his behavior. Although I am searching for something for me, Sir, I do not consider it to be...
[She thinks about how to word it. She knows Erol's done terrible things--even if they haven't been to her. She's well aware of it. What she wants to accomplish, however, she feels she can't talk about.]
I apologize to and for anyone I have offended with my overconfidence in this matter. I will attempt to rectify the situation posthaste.
Why don't you ask them and get it over with, then? I'm sure I could even answer a couple for you.
Why does he torture and maim people? Because he can. Why does he sleep with little boys? Because he's a pedophile. Why does he treat you so kindly? Because he's trying to take advantage of your trusting nature and win you over.
While I appreciate your attentive nature, everyone aboard this ship is going to say that, with the exception of Miss Christine.
I have my own inquiries to ask of him, as I stated before. Some of what you have covered has fallen into that, but it is more than just that. I am under no obligation to explain what it is I am doing, and no, I cannot stop anyone from making wrongful accusations or assumptions, so it would seem I will simply need to accept it and through my actions in long term, express precisely what my intent is.
'Miss Christine' is from a time where if a man kicked the shit out of a helpless girl, it was because 'she deserved it'.
Well, okay. Good luck with not pissing him off enough to beat you up and break your leg. Christine couldn't manage it, but, hey, maybe you're different.
And I am from a time where you give respect to receive it, and you do not specifically tell others they cannot think this way or that and consider them foolish for ideals that benefit others and not acts of self-centered nature.
I intend not to traipse so far into the direction where he would harm me. I am well aware he is capable of it and that my status and my title does not protect me. I also, however, have faith in myself to do what I believe is right. Not simply for myself, not simply for him, not simply for any single individual, but rather for a collective.
'Ideals that benefit others'? You're trying to change him, aren't you. You sound like a lovesick little girl. Some people are past the point of rehabilitation, and Erol is one of them.
Still, you seem pretty intent on giving Erol respect no matter how little he gives to others. You know, you aren't gaining his respect by doing exactly what he wants you to, and you definitely aren't gaining anyone else's by 'respecting' someone who's let our friends choke to death on their own blood.
Ah, now then. Where I come from, changing him--even mentioning the idea--would be insulting. In consequence, I cannot do such a thing. I am not a god. I have no right and no privilege to attempt to sway him. I feel that way about every single person aboard, but it does not hinder my desire to help and not alter people, but rather suggest an alternative, and hopefully something that is detrimental
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[Laugh.] 'Helping' and 'changing' here are the same thing, don't bother trying to fool yourself with semantics. Unless you want to 'help' him rape little boys in prison, then you're trying to get him to 'realize' something he doesn't already, which is a change.
He's different, and that's a good thing. Would you rather that everyone was the same, and went around killing anyone they pleased? People are different, and need to be treated as such.
You are right about one thing, though. I know for a fact you wont bow to Erol. He'll bend you over and grind your face into the ground with his boot.
Good, it should upset you. The truth is upsetting. Don't shed all of those tears at once though, you'll need them for when Erol realizes that Link isn't so old this time around.
I think given the idea that some may not understand a particular position, it can lead to misinterpretation and assumptions. Some people deserve a little more credit than what they may be given.
[And by that she means herself, but she's not going to say it.]
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[Hajime is so not in the mood to baby people right now.]
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I never once claimed that I defend him or his actions. I would appreciate it if people did not assume that I have, or currently do so, or will do so in the future. That was all I meant. I have left no room for deliberate misconstruing of my words.
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[She thinks about how to word it. She knows Erol's done terrible things--even if they haven't been to her. She's well aware of it. What she wants to accomplish, however, she feels she can't talk about.]
I apologize to and for anyone I have offended with my overconfidence in this matter. I will attempt to rectify the situation posthaste.
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Why does he torture and maim people? Because he can. Why does he sleep with little boys? Because he's a pedophile. Why does he treat you so kindly? Because he's trying to take advantage of your trusting nature and win you over.
Are there any I didn't answer?
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I have my own inquiries to ask of him, as I stated before. Some of what you have covered has fallen into that, but it is more than just that. I am under no obligation to explain what it is I am doing, and no, I cannot stop anyone from making wrongful accusations or assumptions, so it would seem I will simply need to accept it and through my actions in long term, express precisely what my intent is.
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Well, okay. Good luck with not pissing him off enough to beat you up and break your leg. Christine couldn't manage it, but, hey, maybe you're different.
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I intend not to traipse so far into the direction where he would harm me. I am well aware he is capable of it and that my status and my title does not protect me. I also, however, have faith in myself to do what I believe is right. Not simply for myself, not simply for him, not simply for any single individual, but rather for a collective.
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Still, you seem pretty intent on giving Erol respect no matter how little he gives to others. You know, you aren't gaining his respect by doing exactly what he wants you to, and you definitely aren't gaining anyone else's by 'respecting' someone who's let our friends choke to death on their own blood.
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He's different, and that's a good thing. Would you rather that everyone was the same, and went around killing anyone they pleased? People are different, and need to be treated as such.
You are right about one thing, though. I know for a fact you wont bow to Erol. He'll bend you over and grind your face into the ground with his boot.
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Thank you for your thoughts, and your concern. I apologize for intruding.
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