I am not a product of my circumstances.
As Tal rocked back onto his heels, Elizabeth determined that they were as close to agreement as they were going to get. Although they might not see eye-to-eye on the severity or certainty of the threat, at least they could agree on what they'd seen. It wasn't just a dream.
The observation of the increase in demigods had Elizabeth wondering about the cause and if Tal might have a point there. It was definitely something to look into later, but for now, she just nodded her head in acknowledgement of his statements. She wouldn't refute his own deep-seeded beliefs, emotions, or observations about the Void, even if they didn't quire change her own opinions.
His implication that she never left her office sent a slight ripple of annoyance through her body, but she quelched the feeling with affirmations that he couldn't know her experiences. They'd just met after all. However, her mind flashed to all the travelling she'd done growing up and all the plans she had to continue improving herself through exposure to harsher climates and dangerous situations. Arguing further would only discourage future meetings. So she put on a polite smile and simply said, "I appreciate the concerned advise and I will take it into consideration."
Feeling that they'd reached an impasse, Elizabeth let a moment of silence settle, waiting patiently to let him decide if he wanted to escape her presence or change the topic before standing to straighten her dress. Indicating the mugs, she asked, "More coffee?"
The observation of the increase in demigods had Elizabeth wondering about the cause and if Tal might have a point there. It was definitely something to look into later, but for now, she just nodded her head in acknowledgement of his statements. She wouldn't refute his own deep-seeded beliefs, emotions, or observations about the Void, even if they didn't quire change her own opinions.
His implication that she never left her office sent a slight ripple of annoyance through her body, but she quelched the feeling with affirmations that he couldn't know her experiences. They'd just met after all. However, her mind flashed to all the travelling she'd done growing up and all the plans she had to continue improving herself through exposure to harsher climates and dangerous situations. Arguing further would only discourage future meetings. So she put on a polite smile and simply said, "I appreciate the concerned advise and I will take it into consideration."
Feeling that they'd reached an impasse, Elizabeth let a moment of silence settle, waiting patiently to let him decide if he wanted to escape her presence or change the topic before standing to straighten her dress. Indicating the mugs, she asked, "More coffee?"
Elizabeth
I am a product of my decisions.
