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[origami_blossom]

Courtesy...

To what degree would you offer it to a stranger? What must someone do, personally, to prove that they are worthy of more, or adversely, unworthy of any? Theories in manners are surely as differed as theories of art and war.

I am...curious for other's opinions, if you please.

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[transiently]

Normally a stranger is worthy only of what they come bearing, un. But what happens when what is offered differs greatly from one party to the next?

In some instances this becomes a no-man's-land, un... a place where people fear to tread. At other times the deliberation of choosing what to say and what not to say is much easier than what meets the eye.

This is why I prefer a common ground to start, un. No formality, no disrespect... no expectations. Nothing. Just one individual speaking to another, both going out on a limb.

The courtesy is opportunity given.

As with all things... life, manners, and especially art... they all depend upon taking great chances in order to achieve any great success, un.

[origami_blossom]

All people differ. But simple courtesy does not have to change simply because a person is either exalted or distasteful. They have the right to at least be treated with some courtesy, if not a grand amount.

I am...how I am, Deidara. As you are how you are. I respect that, and I hope if nothing else you can at least see my point as I am attempting to see yours?

[transiently]

I see your point.

Now let me clarify my own.

Courtesy itself does not have to change, un. But it also does not have to be given in copious amounts. Be the recipient lowly or exalted, it is more courteous to offer them a base that they cannot fall from to begin their interaction.

Pedastles, after all, are dangerous playgrounds for those not used to flying, un.

[origami_blossom]

Eloquently put, Deidara...

Pedestals are made for people to fall off of, it seems.

[transiently]

For the record, I not only see your point, but I respect it. It takes guts to come out and boldly express yourself... and stick to your guns when your mettle is questioned, un.

Maybe, though, and this is just a suggestion, you should ask in the future when engaging in introductions whether or not the person you're speaking to would prefer honorifics or titles or just their name, hm?

[origami_blossom]

It is not something I am used to, and I will admit that. But I can also admit when another may have a correct point.

I will, I think, Deidara.

[transiently]

I never thought to ask before... but where exactly are you from, un?

[origami_blossom]

Elysium.

[transiently]

...I see.