Re: Claire/Louis
That is a very Catholic point of view, if I may say so.
[After quite the hesitation.] I myself have been unable to identify with surety whether the source of my own [...] problem is truly a god, or whether it had a name, or went by many. I do think it may be as old as the cultures you speak of, however. What led you there? [With a sinking feeling.] I don't know if it will work, but I suppose we must consider that you might get more out of speaking to it directly. I'm not recommending that, as I doubt it will offer you anything helpful if it can help it, but it is a possibility.
I see. I'll admit, I wasn't sure if you did know Daniel's full story, considering your occupation. [A little more confidently.] Your friend who is versed in healings, he is also the more strict of the pair of you. That leads me to assume that if a healing is not successful, he would take drastic measures, yes?
[...] Whether this thing in the Capital involves me or no, I do need a plan of action. I've tried to ignore it for too long. My sister did make the salient point that destroying it altogether, if impossible, might not be necessary if I can find some mechanism to control it. Or form a pact with it of some kind. Even gods will deal, if desperate enough, I think.
No. Not often. That is what made meeting you such a [...] surprising experience, and I am sorry about that. I'm not entirely sure what I said, but I think I have the general idea, none of it good.
I can tell you the whole story of how my current situation came about, if you like, but that may be better to save for when we meet in person. I want to suggest you come here - I don't know for certain, but familiar ground might make things safer for everyone. I know Daniel will be hesitant to come anywhere that isn't the store, however. And I think it will just be the three of us. My sister and Cris have opted to stay home, as a mark of trust.