52 - PafH; [Audio // Common]

[oblique_wisdom]

I resolve to speak more and to fret less.

Curiosity, however, is a difficult thing to deny.
It seems I've missed a great deal.

Comments

[wolvesxeyes]

Curiosity killed the cat; be cautious when looking into things.

[oblique_wisdom]

Like many things, curiosity's good in moderation. I couldn't agree more with you. It's also said, that satisfaction brought the cat back.

[wolvesxeyes]

Very true; spoken like a true scholar. It's nice to know there are still people out there who truly think their actions through.

[oblique_wisdom]

I'd hope it would be the majority, but that might be too... 'hopeful'. Many people on this ship seem fairly logical, however. I'm not too concerned.

[wolvesxeyes]

[She laughs, unconvinced.]

Then there are more logical souls here then there are at home; perhaps I'll like it better.

Who am I speaking to, by the way? I'd like to put names to all the voices I encounter on this crazy ship.

[oblique_wisdom]

My name is Zelda. I'm sorry for not introducing myself earlier.

[She pauses, thoughtful for a moment...]

You sound familiar to me. Are you sure you're new?

[wolvesxeyes]

Zelda; that's pretty, and rather unique.

[That makes her pause as well; perhaps this one remembers her being here as well.]

I'm sure; just got here a day ago, haven't left my room yet. I've been told that I've been here before, though; m'Sarea.

[oblique_wisdom]

Sarea. Yes. You were here before. Although, it seems that you, like anyone else who comes and goes, that you don't recall.

We were friends of a sort. Birds of a feather, you might say.

[wolvesxeyes]

So I've heard; I imagine I'm not the only one who's left and returned?

[Rea hesitates. She sounds almost... rueful, when she speaks.]

It... makes me kind of happy. To know I had friends, here.

[It's not a feeling she's known much at home.]

[oblique_wisdom]

[Zelda gives that some thought, too. She doesn't talk about the others who come and go often. If at all, nowadays.]

We cannot pick up where we left off, but we can start anew.

[wolvesxeyes]

To true; life must continue no matter what path we choose to take.

[That was the reason she'd planned to leave home, after all.]

It sounds as though you've been worrying lately; mind if I ask why? I might not be the same as before, but I'm still a good listener.

[oblique_wisdom]

You're very kind. I was reflecting upon my stay here. I've been aboard the ship for a while. Everyone changes over time and I know that I have, too. It's a silly thing to worry about.

[There's a little more, but that's good enough for now. The cogs in Zelda's mind are constantly turning.]

[wolvesxeyes]

No, it's not silly. You shouldn't let it overwhelm you, but keeping the changes in mind will keep you from making any mistakes a second time, and will help you grow as a person.

[That's what she's been telling herself, at least.]

[oblique_wisdom]

[Zelda brightens.]

You're very right. I feel like I've grown quite a bit while I've been here. In that respect, I'm grateful. Thank you for your consideration.

[wolvesxeyes]

[She's glad it's helped her a bit, but her own words are rather quiet.]

No worries, it's just what I go by myself. Never forget, but never stop moving forwards, either.

[oblique_wisdom]

We'll work together on this then. I don't think I've realised it until now, but I've missed you a great deal, Sarea.