[Piety's smile comes back, even if it seems sadder than it had been before.]
Whatever the case...I'll fully support the choices that everyone decides to make. This week it's more important than ever that everyone thinks very hard about what it is they want to do, for an honest outcome. I'm prepared to act in any capacity that I may be needed to.
... just talk to the people who want to talk to you. I'm sure that they'll see in you what everyone has seen. What I see, and why we're all coming to agree with a balanced world.
[and he offers a smile, and a tilt of his head]
... I figure it's a pretty big burden that we're putting on you, even if it's in the name of faith.
[For a moment, Piety still seems a little reluctant, like there's a part of him that, although he knows better, still fears being looked at differently once he's explained those ominous remarks. In the end, though, he only sighs and nods.]
Alright...allow me to explain as simply as I can.
[Piety closes his eyes.]
There was a boy named Ion who was destined in a prophecy to become the leader of our world's religion. He was taken from his home village and raised, from a very young age, to fulfill this purpose...but, unfortunately, he was very ill, and by the age of eleven, was dying.
[It's hard for him to keep a straight face, even now, to talk about it.]
He was so beloved by the people, however, that it was decided to create a replica to replace him, so his death would never be known. It took them seven tries to make one that they deemed acceptable, but in the end, they created me. Ion died at the age of twelve, and I pretended to be him for the following two years until my own death.
[ . . . . senri holds onto piety's hands carefully at this explanation, blinking slowly. it's a little hard for him to understand, to be honest. he just so very barely manages to grasp anything about the world that luke and guy come from and now....]
.... you know that you're more than just a replacement.... right?
[He gives a small smile, but his eyes are pained.]
It's hard to express what life was like for me, before I met Luke and the others. He helped me realize that just because I was Ion, that didn't mean I had to be Ion. I didn't have very much time to fully understand it...but I'm trying now. I'm trying every day to see myself as an individual.
.... he cares a lot about you. When I first told him about the plan to switch to you at the end, he got really excited, and just started talking your praises. It was super sweet.
[Finally, his expression lightens a little. Talking about Luke seems to have the same effect for him as it does when it's the other way around. Of course, Ion's a bit more candid.]
You told him, right? Like - the L-word and everything? I didn't know! I mean - guess it makes sense, since Luke-kun can't reveal himself as your follower but...!! That's precious!
[He can't help but blush a little bit himself now, gosh!]
I did, yes. Just before last curfew. I told him that I wanted us to spend as much time together during my week hosting as possible. If we only have one week...I wanted it to be an honest one.
It's alright! He has plenty of gods to talk to, as well, and I can't interfere with that. And I enjoy getting to talk to you and everyone else, as well.
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Whatever the case...I'll fully support the choices that everyone decides to make. This week it's more important than ever that everyone thinks very hard about what it is they want to do, for an honest outcome. I'm prepared to act in any capacity that I may be needed to.
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[and he offers a smile, and a tilt of his head]
... I figure it's a pretty big burden that we're putting on you, even if it's in the name of faith.
Thank you, for taking care of it.
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... "Made"...?
I'm sure you were made for a lot more than that...
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[senri tilts his head]
I know that we've mostly talked about the game, or that time with Sasuke... but I'd like to get to know you better as a friend, too.
Sorry that I'm a little late - but if you're interested...
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... it's okay. I'm learning that being friends means being able to get through unpleasant things together, too.
Even if they're a little hard to swallow, or find the words for.
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Alright...allow me to explain as simply as I can.
[Piety closes his eyes.]
There was a boy named Ion who was destined in a prophecy to become the leader of our world's religion. He was taken from his home village and raised, from a very young age, to fulfill this purpose...but, unfortunately, he was very ill, and by the age of eleven, was dying.
[It's hard for him to keep a straight face, even now, to talk about it.]
He was so beloved by the people, however, that it was decided to create a replica to replace him, so his death would never be known. It took them seven tries to make one that they deemed acceptable, but in the end, they created me. Ion died at the age of twelve, and I pretended to be him for the following two years until my own death.
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.... you know that you're more than just a replacement.... right?
Are you enjoying your new chance, Pippin?
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[He gives a small smile, but his eyes are pained.]
It's hard to express what life was like for me, before I met Luke and the others. He helped me realize that just because I was Ion, that didn't mean I had to be Ion. I didn't have very much time to fully understand it...but I'm trying now. I'm trying every day to see myself as an individual.
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I'm sure you're doing great.
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[Finally, his expression lightens a little. Talking about Luke seems to have the same effect for him as it does when it's the other way around. Of course, Ion's a bit more candid.]
I love him more than anything.
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stares
and his tone is very excited as he repeats:]
Like... love him love him?
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[HE'S JUST GUSHING NOW, I'M SO SORRY]
You told him, right? Like - the L-word and everything? I didn't know! I mean - guess it makes sense, since Luke-kun can't reveal himself as your follower but...!! That's precious!
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I did, yes. Just before last curfew. I told him that I wanted us to spend as much time together during my week hosting as possible. If we only have one week...I wanted it to be an honest one.
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[HE'S GETTING IN THE WAY OF LOVE!!!!!]
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It's alright! He has plenty of gods to talk to, as well, and I can't interfere with that. And I enjoy getting to talk to you and everyone else, as well.
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[senri shut up please]
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... pure....
[which he like
knew
but wow]