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Calaethis Dragonsbane · 08-15-2005, 08:11 AM

"Although I appriecate your attempt at an apology," Isokla consoled Zak, her tone soothing yet still aloof, "You still do not seem able to understand; there is no good, there is only power. Those who take lives, for whatever the reason are as evil as the very monsters you set out to destroy. In sinking to their depths, you yourself are a monster. And mercenaries are the very, very worst. Nothing you can say or do will ever convince me otherwise. You may drop the title of 'mercenary', but to me, mercenaries shall always be the lowest scum."

She smiled although it seemed somewhat forced, "You may change as an individual, but that does not alter your past. You may attone for it a thousand times over, but it is not me you have to answer to. It is the families of those you've slain, and indeed, the very ones you've slain you shall ultimately answer for. There can be no other way. I understand that there will be times when you feel there is no other way but to kill - but you've admitted to killing for pleasure! That is disguisting! No animal kills for pleasure, not unless it is tainted and twisted. No, I would ask that you do not attempt to sweet-talk me, or even impress me or prove that I am wrong about you and that somehow, you are honourable. I doubt we shall ever be anything more then what we are now - unwilling travelling companions. I do not dislike you, Zakaria, I merely find your trade and wonton disregard for life repulsive. I'm sure you have the very best intentions at heart." The last was said sweetly, but it seemed like Isokla herself was not convinced by it - it wasn't that she was trying to lie, it was just she found herself falling short when trying to believe the best in him.

"I have no desire to lecture you with sermons, and my way of thinking may be wrong, but-" she paused for emphasis, "Since you offered me an apology, I felt I owed you an explanation." This time, her smile was warmer, "I suggest we set that aside and you return to your rest. Given our pace, I expect that you will need it, so unless you've more to say, I shall bid you a good night." Although Isokla was not cool, it was clear that she did not wish to continue the present trend of their conversation and wished to be alone with her thoughts shortly. If Zak wished to discuss something else, no doubt she would make time for it with good grace, but it was clear her views on morality were no something she wished to speak of any more. At least, for the moment. It was also clear that she did not want pity for feeling the way she did, but as with most things, no doubt she had a reason for it. She did not seem the type to lean so heavily to one side so lightly.
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OOC: Hmm, I'd move the game on, but since we're waiting for certain personages given their absence, we may as well interact a while longer - until everyone gets bored that is. Sigh. Too bad that there are at least three people away

. Oh well, they'll be back soon and the game should pick up again [img]smile.gif[/img] .

[ 08-15-2005, 08:15 AM: Message edited by: Calaethis Dragonsbane ]

08-15-2005, 08:11 AM	#126
Calaethis Dragonsbane Legion Symbol Join Date: May 29, 2002 Location: Somewhere in between Age: 40 Posts: 7,029	"Although I appriecate your attempt at an apology," Isokla consoled Zak, her tone soothing yet still aloof, "You still do not seem able to understand; there is no good, there is only power. Those who take lives, for whatever the reason are as evil as the very monsters you set out to destroy. In sinking to their depths, you yourself are a monster. And mercenaries are the very, very worst. Nothing you can say or do will ever convince me otherwise. You may drop the title of 'mercenary', but to me, mercenaries shall always be the lowest scum." She smiled although it seemed somewhat forced, "You may change as an individual, but that does not alter your past. You may attone for it a thousand times over, but it is not me you have to answer to. It is the families of those you've slain, and indeed, the very ones you've slain you shall ultimately answer for. There can be no other way. I understand that there will be times when you feel there is no other way but to kill - but you've admitted to killing for pleasure! That is disguisting! No animal kills for pleasure, not unless it is tainted and twisted. No, I would ask that you do not attempt to sweet-talk me, or even impress me or prove that I am wrong about you and that somehow, you are honourable. I doubt we shall ever be anything more then what we are now - unwilling travelling companions. I do not dislike you, Zakaria, I merely find your trade and wonton disregard for life repulsive. I'm sure you have the very best intentions at heart." The last was said sweetly, but it seemed like Isokla herself was not convinced by it - it wasn't that she was trying to lie, it was just she found herself falling short when trying to believe the best in him. "I have no desire to lecture you with sermons, and my way of thinking may be wrong, but-" she paused for emphasis, "Since you offered me an apology, I felt I owed you an explanation." This time, her smile was warmer, "I suggest we set that aside and you return to your rest. Given our pace, I expect that you will need it, so unless you've more to say, I shall bid you a good night." Although Isokla was not cool, it was clear that she did not wish to continue the present trend of their conversation and wished to be alone with her thoughts shortly. If Zak wished to discuss something else, no doubt she would make time for it with good grace, but it was clear her views on morality were no something she wished to speak of any more. At least, for the moment. It was also clear that she did not want pity for feeling the way she did, but as with most things, no doubt she had a reason for it. She did not seem the type to lean so heavily to one side so lightly. --- OOC: Hmm, I'd move the game on, but since we're waiting for certain personages given their absence, we may as well interact a while longer - until everyone gets bored that is. Sigh. Too bad that there are at least three people away . Oh well, they'll be back soon and the game should pick up again [img]smile.gif[/img] . [ 08-15-2005, 08:15 AM: Message edited by: Calaethis Dragonsbane ]