( it's important he answer him truthfully. while he's always been forthright with sasuke about the reality of their existence, he's only ever given him scraps about himself.
hindsight is the real lesson here... he must let it inform his actions now. )
The line between the two becomes blurred. Today, I'm certain that's not the case. Tomorrow... Well, tomorrow hasn't happened yet.
[ What can he say to him? Can he tell him what he saw in the war, and what conclusions he drew from his teacher's willingness to jump in to defend those he loves against those he loved?
Words appear from his thoughts and are carefully erased one by one. ]
How you reconcile that is up to you. If how you pray helps with that, fine. I'm not one to lecture anyone on where their focus should stay.
( he doesn't know what he expected sasuke to say. this wasn't it, but it sounds less defensive than it had been, which means that their relationship is an iota better than it was previously.
that's all he can really give a damn about. )
No, maybe not. But I've never been one to ignore free advice.
See you in church.
( he's coming to visit!!!!!!!! he lied, nyeEEHEHEHEH!!!!!! )
[ But that free advice would require Sasuke to reveal his own mental state currently and shed light on his deepest opinions. It's safe to say he'll be turning down that offer, at least for now, but– ]
You're not a member of the religion in the first place. If I have to perform this role then I will, but there's no reason for you to intrude on a religious ceremony with ulterior motives.
Monotheistic, patriarchal, and the basis of the religion itself is a single book. Their regular meetings include reading portions of the book and interpreting them through the lens of a spiritual leader. That's what you should read during the "service".
The second one. As I said, I'm still studying, but a few things are apparent.
In that case, that'll be the condition. Read at least one chapter of one of the books, and I'll tell you where the church is located. In that way I'll know you're approaching it seriously.
Don't accuse me of that. I told you you could read any chapter of any book. [ He pauses, realizing only just now how confusing that is without any knowledge of the bizarre text currently in his hand. ]
A "book" is one section of the overall book. [ ugh... ]
Though if you're planning to read the entire thing then my test will expand to measure up. I won't accept any level of failure from you.
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( it's important he answer him truthfully. while he's always been forthright with sasuke about the reality of their existence, he's only ever given him scraps about himself.
hindsight is the real lesson here... he must let it inform his actions now. )
The line between the two becomes blurred. Today, I'm certain that's not the case. Tomorrow... Well, tomorrow hasn't happened yet.
I'll always struggle with it. Probably.
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Words appear from his thoughts and are carefully erased one by one. ]
How you reconcile that is up to you. If how you pray helps with that, fine. I'm not one to lecture anyone on where their focus should stay.
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that's all he can really give a damn about. )
No, maybe not. But I've never been one to ignore free advice.
See you in church.
( he's coming to visit!!!!!!!! he lied, nyeEEHEHEHEH!!!!!! )
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I'll assume this is one of your bad jokes.
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But I'd like to see you in that space. Is that so bad?
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You're not a member of the religion in the first place. If I have to perform this role then I will, but there's no reason for you to intrude on a religious ceremony with ulterior motives.
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Do you think I'm going to disrespect it?
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Would you be reading?
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Unless you had something to hand out. Like a pamphlet or a fortune.
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Monotheistic, patriarchal, and the basis of the religion itself is a single book. Their regular meetings include reading portions of the book and interpreting them through the lens of a spiritual leader. That's what you should read during the "service".
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I've got no problem reading it. Unless it's sacrilegious to do so. Could be interesting.
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In that case, that'll be the condition. Read at least one chapter of one of the books, and I'll tell you where the church is located. In that way I'll know you're approaching it seriously.
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( DOUBLES DOWN )
Can I find it online or do you have a physical copy for me?
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Figure it out.
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But if you insist, I'll do what I have to.
You'd better have that address ready.
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So I do insist, so you will do what you have to.
I'll have the test ready on what you've read.
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Short answer/long answer? Essay? Multiple choice? Or... a practical?
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[ Please don't destroy a city. ]
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Unless you want to move the bar again. You know that if you asked me to read the whole thing, I would.
( it's just something else for them to bond over... the investment of time is worth it. )
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A "book" is one section of the overall book. [ ugh... ]
Though if you're planning to read the entire thing then my test will expand to measure up. I won't accept any level of failure from you.
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this challenge means a lot more to him than he's willing to admit. )
I hadn't planned to fail again.
Bring it on.
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He doesn't know what to do with either realization. ]
Fine. Tell me when you're ready.