Because of my situation, I am often on the outside looking in. My attachments and my duty are often one and the same. But every day I see people make questionable choices based on misinformation, fear or desperation. I do not believe I have the capacity for self-deception that others do, but then I wonder if that itself might not be a form of self-deception. If Dahr or Eric were here, it is a discussion I could have with them, but they are not. And so, every step of the way, I am forced to question my motivations to make certain I am driven by duty rather than fear.


    Kalutu, The Book of Lost Wisdom


    Seventeenth of Learning 1142


    I did not. It was  a pleasant coincidence.


    I do. That includes coincidences.


    We’re waiting, my friend.


    Of course you may ask.


    That means I’m not going to tell you.


    Dear Veloran. Everyone has it tough. Not everyone comes through it and retains some goodness. The girl is worth the investment. Whether it pays off or not, time will tell.


    Are you? Just this morning, you were talking about retirement.


    It’s what you needed, Veloran. Not just the weight of responsibility, or the position of authority. You needed human contact again that was more than just peripheral. The girl will be good for you. It’s time you remembered why you became a priest in the first place.


    We will come with you.


    Can you not feel the link between us, master?


    Or two masters. The rules do not seem to apply to you.


    You might want to get used to this. I don’t think it will change any time soon.


    I think it might be all of us.


    I was in no danger. I would have phased before she could strike me.


    It’s time to talk to King Terrence, Veloran.