Gideon's take on the situation has Chloe nodding enthusiastically. Perhaps a touch too enthusiastically, but she appreciates hearing a viewpoint that mirrors her own. Others are always valid and welcome, of course. It's just nice to meet someone who might be on a similar wavelength.
"Exactly! I've thought of it as the Ancient setting the stage but, ultimately, we're the players, not puppets. If it really was a case of forced engagement, one would think there would be more, well, force." Yes, there have been consequences, punishments, however one might like to think of them. Still, they haven't been made to do a single thing. Not really. Chloe knows about following scripts someone else has written all too well.
She smiles at the nudge, though it fades as the expression isn't in-keeping with what she wants to convey when she speaks. "If it's any sort of consolation, I can understand. For some, the smallest of choices can hold weight." She doubts she has to spell out that she considers herself amongst them.
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"Exactly! I've thought of it as the Ancient setting the stage but, ultimately, we're the players, not puppets. If it really was a case of forced engagement, one would think there would be more, well, force." Yes, there have been consequences, punishments, however one might like to think of them. Still, they haven't been made to do a single thing. Not really. Chloe knows about following scripts someone else has written all too well.
She smiles at the nudge, though it fades as the expression isn't in-keeping with what she wants to convey when she speaks. "If it's any sort of consolation, I can understand. For some, the smallest of choices can hold weight." She doubts she has to spell out that she considers herself amongst them.