No one should be "good" at handling these types of horrors without experience. This... I would hope only a select few are able to add true value to situations involving the enslavement of a people. [ She knows it's far more common now, sadly... ] You did more than someone who turned a blind eye, did you not?
Harder. [ Without hesitation. ] But, I've grown stronger since I've encountered it. It helps handle the weight of disappointment better.
[ It was harder, knowing she could not simply bring her dragons out to ensure there was peace. That there were no masses freed of chains. Part of her ego is bitter she could not do more, but her heart is glad it was done. ]
Yes. The beginnings... are never easy. [ She knows it, knows that some things will weigh down on those wanting a better future. Thoughts of the sacrifices made, of the time wasted – ] I'm glad. We all need to see this through since it was a lot of our responsibility getting them here.
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[He can't deny that. He can give himself some credit. But, he quickly changes the focus of his attention.]
How do you feel? It... sounds like you've had to deal with this kind of stuff before. Does that... make it easier for you, or harder?
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[ It was harder, knowing she could not simply bring her dragons out to ensure there was peace. That there were no masses freed of chains. Part of her ego is bitter she could not do more, but her heart is glad it was done. ]
This is merely the beginning.
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[He hopes that's something he can be involved in, anyway. Though he doesn't know how to travel there without assistance.]
I think this was the best we could do. And I'm gunna keep helping, anyway I can.
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