[He actually watches as the daemon goes, because. How far are we talking. Shamsiel your DAEMON RIGHTS.]
Mmm. Now, that is a question. It is one thing to have a conflict based on superficial things, or the desire for the physical. Like fighting over land, or resources, or simply something everyone wants. But beliefs....that's hard.
[He turns his chin up slightly, thoughtful.]
I assume that the "two ways" you speak of are "one side wins, the other destroyed" or, the worst case scenario, "both sides perish in an attempt to win over the other". Am I correct? But I do have to ask - is it really impossible to find a note of commonality between those beliefs? Is there no chance at cooperation or understanding?
[ it goes out PRETTY FAR where it's almost impossible to see. shamsiel has massive daemon rights. ]
"If one side wins and the other is destroyed" is close to the truth. It's more of the matter of if only side wins then it will bring suffering to a number of people.
Given what they believe... They might not come to an understanding. What they believe to be true is— [ they'll pause for a moment and clutch at their chest. ] It's not easy to tell someone that their good intentions have been hurting people.
[ their daemon will come back at this point to rest on their head. ]
...As the saying goes, "the road to hell is paved with good intentions". [Love looking up sayings to know that Sholmes would know them because they were published before the 1880s. Fun!] So, they are acting out of good will, but that will harm many...or already has. Is that right? Then that is quite a terrible situation, indeed. However, to stop them by force is...a bit drastic, isn't it?
[ sometimes being a watcher means you get daemon rights. their daemon will just hop back and forth on their head as they speak. ]
It's what I've been lead to believe and whether it is entirely true or not is not something that I want to be hesitant about—not if it comes at the expense of others.
But yes, it seems to be the case from how I see things.
Do you not want the conflict to proceed forward? If I asked for your personal opinion. You asked me if there was any way for two sides with a disagreement between fundamental beliefs would resolve peacefully. If you had your way...would there be peace?
Ideally it would... [ hmm. ] ...but I wouldn't know how to accomplish it. It would also leave me unsure of what to do about those who were hurt by everything.
It's not unreasonable for people to want retribution.
No, it is not. But I have seen, time and time again, that people who go down that dark path will end up turning into monsters, themselves. There are ways to get revenge, yes. But to become the person you aim to get your retribution against is to fail yourself in every regard.
Have I thought to seek retribution? That's an interesting question.
[He actually has to think about that for a moment.]
Mmm. Being a great detective is an interesting thing. More often than not, I'm just using my mind as a tool to solve mystery after mystery. Very rarely do I get emotionally involved. And very rarely does anything involve me. I may have enemies who aim to get at me for what I do, but it isn't as if I want to smash them down where they stand, simply for that. I am one who aims to get justice to those who have done wrong, yes. But that isn't necessarily retribution. That's simply them getting their just desserts.
[There really hasn't been any specific case he can think of where he sought revenge for anything. He's always been more of an outside player than anything else.]
I absolutely don't think it sounds naïve or foolish, my dear fellow. To seek an option which can spare the most, I think, is quite a good one. To live in darkness will only tarnish the soul. One must rise above that.
That's very pragmatic of you, Mr. Sholmes. I don't think there are many who could confidently say that they don't get emotionally attached to the cases they work. To hold that kind of grudge—those feelings can chain a person's heart and weigh them down.
[ they'll pause for a moment and consider the situation. it's kind of funny that sholmes has spun it back around at them, honestly. ]
...you've asked me what you can do for me, Mr. Sholmes, and even though I am the one who will do whatever I can for you, if you could find a way to resolve all of this with causing as little harm as possible to people then that will be all I could ever ask.
[It...surprises him, honestly. That sincere request...]
[He stares at them for a moment, before making a bow.]
I promise, I will do what I must with all my power, my dear.
[And a light smile, before he plucks a shell down on the sand to hand to them and their little collection.]
You needn't do much for me, you know. All I ask in return is that you do what you must, where you can, to help us all return home where we belong, safe and sound. If we can accomplish that....then I think we would be happy, all the same.
[ they don't say anything as sholmes hands them a shell at first but eventually seemingly light up. ]
Of course!
[ brightly and with great enthusiasm as their daemon changes forms into a different kind of bird that hovers behind them. ]
None of you were brought here because you wanted to be here, so the fact that you're open to helping us at all means everything. I'll work hard to see about how we can bring you all home safely, and not just because I am one of the Celestial's Watchers.
[Sorry, he's just extremely stunned by this change of daemon, because wow, is that a bird - even Irene's beak is agape, and she hiccups into the shape of a hare, tumbling down to be caught in Sholmes's arms. He blinks, before his smile widens.]
You're most welcome, Shamsiel. [He nods.] And your friend, there, as well. I am ever at your service.
[ their daemon will look at both sholmes and irene for a moment with as much warmth as a bird can express before landing on the ground beside shamsiel. ]
For the present, is there anything I can do for you? Surely, there can be something.
Well, first of all, the name of your companion, if you please.
[Since it's only polite!]
And...I do wonder, is it possible to obtain lockpicking set, of a kind? I do sorely miss mine, but it would be nice to have, in any case. If not, then that is quite alright.
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Mmm. Now, that is a question. It is one thing to have a conflict based on superficial things, or the desire for the physical. Like fighting over land, or resources, or simply something everyone wants. But beliefs....that's hard.
[He turns his chin up slightly, thoughtful.]
I assume that the "two ways" you speak of are "one side wins, the other destroyed" or, the worst case scenario, "both sides perish in an attempt to win over the other". Am I correct? But I do have to ask - is it really impossible to find a note of commonality between those beliefs? Is there no chance at cooperation or understanding?
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"If one side wins and the other is destroyed" is close to the truth. It's more of the matter of if only side wins then it will bring suffering to a number of people.
Given what they believe... They might not come to an understanding. What they believe to be true is— [ they'll pause for a moment and clutch at their chest. ] It's not easy to tell someone that their good intentions have been hurting people.
[ their daemon will come back at this point to rest on their head. ]
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...As the saying goes, "the road to hell is paved with good intentions". [Love looking up sayings to know that Sholmes would know them because they were published before the 1880s. Fun!] So, they are acting out of good will, but that will harm many...or already has. Is that right? Then that is quite a terrible situation, indeed. However, to stop them by force is...a bit drastic, isn't it?
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It's what I've been lead to believe and whether it is entirely true or not is not something that I want to be hesitant about—not if it comes at the expense of others.
But yes, it seems to be the case from how I see things.
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Do you not want the conflict to proceed forward? If I asked for your personal opinion. You asked me if there was any way for two sides with a disagreement between fundamental beliefs would resolve peacefully. If you had your way...would there be peace?
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[ they'll mull over this. ]
Ideally it would... [ hmm. ] ...but I wouldn't know how to accomplish it. It would also leave me unsure of what to do about those who were hurt by everything.
It's not unreasonable for people to want retribution.
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No, it is not. But I have seen, time and time again, that people who go down that dark path will end up turning into monsters, themselves. There are ways to get revenge, yes. But to become the person you aim to get your retribution against is to fail yourself in every regard.
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Asking for people to forgive those who have done considerable harm to others isn't easy, but it is the only way for anyone to heal.
[ their voice will trail as they pet their daemon. ]
You don't think any of this sounds naïve or foolish thinking? I know talks of peaceful resolutions aren't always well-received.
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[He actually has to think about that for a moment.]
Mmm. Being a great detective is an interesting thing. More often than not, I'm just using my mind as a tool to solve mystery after mystery. Very rarely do I get emotionally involved. And very rarely does anything involve me. I may have enemies who aim to get at me for what I do, but it isn't as if I want to smash them down where they stand, simply for that. I am one who aims to get justice to those who have done wrong, yes. But that isn't necessarily retribution. That's simply them getting their just desserts.
[There really hasn't been any specific case he can think of where he sought revenge for anything. He's always been more of an outside player than anything else.]
I absolutely don't think it sounds naïve or foolish, my dear fellow. To seek an option which can spare the most, I think, is quite a good one. To live in darkness will only tarnish the soul. One must rise above that.
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[ they'll pause for a moment and consider the situation. it's kind of funny that sholmes has spun it back around at them, honestly. ]
...you've asked me what you can do for me, Mr. Sholmes, and even though I am the one who will do whatever I can for you, if you could find a way to resolve all of this with causing as little harm as possible to people then that will be all I could ever ask.
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[He stares at them for a moment, before making a bow.]
I promise, I will do what I must with all my power, my dear.
[And a light smile, before he plucks a shell down on the sand to hand to them and their little collection.]
You needn't do much for me, you know. All I ask in return is that you do what you must, where you can, to help us all return home where we belong, safe and sound. If we can accomplish that....then I think we would be happy, all the same.
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Of course!
[ brightly and with great enthusiasm as their daemon changes forms into a different kind of bird that hovers behind them. ]
None of you were brought here because you wanted to be here, so the fact that you're open to helping us at all means everything. I'll work hard to see about how we can bring you all home safely, and not just because I am one of the Celestial's Watchers.
So, thank you Mr. Sholmes.
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You're most welcome, Shamsiel. [He nods.] And your friend, there, as well. I am ever at your service.
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For the present, is there anything I can do for you? Surely, there can be something.
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[Since it's only polite!]
And...I do wonder, is it possible to obtain lockpicking set, of a kind? I do sorely miss mine, but it would be nice to have, in any case. If not, then that is quite alright.
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[ they say gently as they place a hand on their daemon's head before thinking. ]
I can probably get you one. I don't think I can at this present moment but if you give me a bit of time then I might be able to.
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[And a bow to the bird.]
Very well. I would be most obliged and most grateful. For now, I am simply happy to partake in your wonderful company.
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I am too. Oh, you're a detective, aren't Mr. Sholmes? Why don't you tell me about one of your most wildest cases?
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[please stop giving this man the time of day]
[But he offers his arm.]
I do say, let us walk along the beach as we do so. I believe the atmosphere will be most conducive towards the words I have to say.
[u just want to be a gentleman u nerd]
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Oh, okay.
[ they'll quickly hand off the shells over towards their daemon to hang onto before taking a hold of sholmes' arm. ]
This feels sort of exciting.
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[You can almost see the sparkles around him. I hate him.]
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[ they'll pause for a moment. hmm. they also do not mind the sparkles. terrible for them. ]
W, well one that's like you.
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[sholmes: don't be starstruck
sholmes: but absolutely you should be starstruck~]
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I'm glad. I feel as though everyone here is special in some way, or otherwise they wouldn't be here.
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Oh? So its in your belief that we were chosen for a reason, then.
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