the seventh ; masquerade -- hide your face so the world will never find you

[meand_myshadow]

Pain is a most intriguing thing. I had my first taste of it today when I sliced my palm with a knife. Whether it was my subconscious making me act unconsciously or whether it was a complete accident, I am not sure. But whichever it was, the experience was compelling. I was deep in thought about how others would react to such an injury when my

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[shadeofspring]

How can you be sure you're faking?

[meand_myshadow]

I do not feel the emotions I pretend to have.

[shadeofspring]

Never?

[meand_myshadow]

Perhaps mild irritation occasionally.

[shadeofspring]

Do you worry about becoming more human the longer you are here?

[meand_myshadow]

The thought has occurred to me, but I do not fear change.