[Emet says this like Chiron doesn't already know the consequences, and a touch of a tired smile enters his features.
In the end, though, he just hums noncommittally, feeling his way behind him until he touches on a basket. No doubt a project lies inside, to keep his fingers busy]
Well, as you have not been freed of your duties prematurely--
[Apparently even Chiron can't stop himself from quipping about the utter insanity of the day]
Do you know what new rule you will impose upon us?
...perhaps. I spoke with someone else about it as well-- if it is true that forging bonds assists in gathering nova, then I was encouraged to be more direct in enabling it to be so. And as I will not have to obey the rule myself...
[it can be something he, personally, would hate doing.]
They suggested something like requiring a gift to be given to others, or to share one's feelings.
... That would admittedly be useful, given the circumstances. I had planned to gather some of my students and hand out first aid baskets as gifts to everyone.
[Everyone: Chiron don't die.
Chiron: how about I just enable you to do better without me]
Though between the two possibilities, I believe sharing one's feelings is more likely to net a greater amount of nova overall. It will demand discussion and vulnerability from the two parties, and that requires more emotional reactions.
[In theory, you can make a gift, offer it to someone, and be done with that, but to share a piece of yourself? No doubt the Realm would enjoy the feast]
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In the end, though, he just hums noncommittally, feeling his way behind him until he touches on a basket. No doubt a project lies inside, to keep his fingers busy]
Well, as you have not been freed of your duties prematurely--
[Apparently even Chiron can't stop himself from quipping about the utter insanity of the day]
Do you know what new rule you will impose upon us?
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[it can be something he, personally, would hate doing.]
They suggested something like requiring a gift to be given to others, or to share one's feelings.
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[Everyone: Chiron don't die.
Chiron: how about I just enable you to do better without me]
Though between the two possibilities, I believe sharing one's feelings is more likely to net a greater amount of nova overall. It will demand discussion and vulnerability from the two parties, and that requires more emotional reactions.
[In theory, you can make a gift, offer it to someone, and be done with that, but to share a piece of yourself? No doubt the Realm would enjoy the feast]
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[and he doesn't have to participate! perfect.]
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You do know if you participated, it would be a net gain for the Realm...
[He assumes just because Emet doesn't have to doesn't mean he shouldn't. Sir.]
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[that doesn't mean he will.]
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When do you meet with your -- well, I assume this is discussed with your Leader?
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[not very touchy-feely.]
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[Grabbing some needle, thread, and his shredded ass tunic that needs to just be thrown away but no, he will stitch it back to life someway]