There are lessons of the flesh that one could do without. [Because really. That sounds like a lazy excuse to Richard. Even if death is not permanent he does not see point in challenging it and invite agony for no other reason than foolish pride and misplaced arrogance. Richard has had enough near death experiences in his life, with most of them either from battlefield or from his own youthful recklessness in the wilds, to know better than to play with fire unless it's necessary.
But it does seem like Silco is a smart man in more ways than just one. Because as things stand Richard does benefit from keeping the man alive, not only for practical reasons but also to satiate his curiosity and state of mind. Silco does interest him, yes, but also brings him some of that damned comfort that calms his stormy mind -- chasing the ghosts away for time being.
Though the question does make him raise a questioning brow as he steps closer to the opening of the cave.]
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Date: 2024-06-02 01:33 am (UTC)But it does seem like Silco is a smart man in more ways than just one. Because as things stand Richard does benefit from keeping the man alive, not only for practical reasons but also to satiate his curiosity and state of mind. Silco does interest him, yes, but also brings him some of that damned comfort that calms his stormy mind -- chasing the ghosts away for time being.
Though the question does make him raise a questioning brow as he steps closer to the opening of the cave.]
Do you believe in such things? Fate and fortunes?