[ that's not something that can be quantified or proven ]
You are useful. As a guardian, as a protector, as a contributor who will pursue answers even if you are not regaled as a genius or a scholar. You do not need to be those things to still be helpful.
It's not to say that your knack for saying the right thing is inconsequential.
But your worth is not limited to how you make others feel.
[ he glances back at her, rising a brow. his expression softens into something that, for the rare people he chooses, can be read as truly kind. fond. ]
I find it to be an obvious truth.
But if it makes you feel better to hear, I will say it whenever you need.
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You don't have to. If I fail you all, some bruising is the very least I deserve.
[ only not a 'we' bc he won't speak for the other overseers. they can be treated with care ]
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[tugs his hair gently.]
Wish I could help more. Somehow.
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You do help.
[ a beat ]
I understand wanting specifics. But I do not want to downplay the importance of your existence here either.
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[struggles with the bread tie to finish his braid]
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[ that's not something that can be quantified or proven ]
You are useful. As a guardian, as a protector, as a contributor who will pursue answers even if you are not regaled as a genius or a scholar. You do not need to be those things to still be helpful.
It's not to say that your knack for saying the right thing is inconsequential.
But your worth is not limited to how you make others feel.
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... That's a hell of a compliment. [soft, kind of like - emotional, about this.]
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I find it to be an obvious truth.
But if it makes you feel better to hear, I will say it whenever you need.
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It does make me feel better. [sometimes, it's nice to not feel like drowning! amazing.] Thanks, Scien.