She smiles back at him. "No need to thank me. I know what it's like to lose people, and what it's like to be unable to help.
I think accepting limits is the toughest part for all of us."
" well , they were dealing with powerful forces that overwhelmed them , it canβt be helped . "
a sigh , followed by a soft smile as he looked up at her again .
hand placing on ground .
" thank you .. "
the subject
"I suppose choosing to burn hot means choosing to burn out quick too.
Unfortunate, but, I would argue, preventable..."
Her eyes meet his for a moment.
"...I'm sorry for your peers though."
" no , just thinking . . "
his eyes meet hers for a moment before looking back down .
" i have witnessed many die due to their emotions getting the better of them . "
the subject
Noticing his choppy response she leans in a little.
"You do not sound particularly convinced.
I'm always happy to be prove wrong, actually."
" hmm .. "
he is listening now , sitting across as he would think about what was just said . he has met a few people who let their emotions get the better of them .
( and himself - )
the subject
"In my experience, the more emotional, the more likely the obstacles will make mistakes and remove themself from the equation.
Just wait and see; no involvement needed."
