The Disqualified Puppet - III
As Ansel articulated, Ravenna, from her standpoint, had no obligation to undertake such significant risks; similarly, from his perspective, there was no rationale for forgiveness, understanding, or to trust anew someone… incapable of absolute loyalty.
Despite their history of unreserved conversations, mutual trust, and shared visions… under the same sky, dreaming of a common future.
Their paths diverged, eliminating any necessity to consider matters from each other's viewpoints.
Observing the silent Ravenna, Ansel quirked a smile, "Have you come to a realization?"
After a brief silence of a second or two, Ravenna nodded calmly, "I have."
Without waiting for Ansel to speak, she continued, "I will do what I must, even if you deem it unnecessary."
Ansel paused, then, supporting his forehead, sighed, "Do you relish being so self-involved, Venna?"
"It's not about being self-involved, but rather, selfishness."