[That IS a huge writer crush, but Sanson says nothing about that. Not only is he going to cut Avicebron some slack, he really has no business commenting when he hasn't even read the Caster's poetry in the first place.
The fact that Avicebron takes a certain degree of pride in it should be enough. At least he could be proud of what he does...because Sanson certainly is never proud of what he had done to earn his place in the Throne of Heroes. Calling himself a Heroic Spirit seems so ironic. Not only was his role in history obscure enough that not all accounts of the French Revolution remember him by name, but he was no hero in the first place. Just a man who had one of the most unpleasant jobs in the world and who could not escape his destiny.
It's as if a cloud has descended upon Sanson as he ponders this, his expression suddenly more...thoughtful at best, and brooding at worst.]
I understand what you mean, Caster. There's no point in self aggrandizement when history, or myth, or legend have already judged us for the roles we've played.
[Sorry, Charles. Atsushi would like to turn this back to something Charles can comment on, but first he needs to insist that Avicebron Is Great Actually.]
That's certainly true for many heroes... It's hard to argue the relative importance of a king, or a general, or a myth.
[A king can't make himself out to be a better king if he's only a footnote in the history books.]
But as an artist, the quality of your work is more subjective, even if there may be some consensus about your lasting influence. And I personally love your work very much.
[And that's something Avicebron can't disprove or argue against.]
[ At least Avicebron is quick to realize his mistake. His hair shifts when he looks up sharply upon noticing that change in Sanson's demeanor.
Aah, of course. Perhaps bringing up one's qualifications as a Heroic Spirits was a bad idea with Sanson present. Understandable, but tricky to deal with. Especially while also addressing Atsushi's comments, and without accidentally revealing Sanson's identity.
He's starting to remember how much of a pain other people are, but Avicebron silently reminds himself to be patient. He'd resolved to better himself, after all. ]
Mm. But I don't particularly believe in dwelling on one's past achievements, either. Idleness and stagnation are the enemies of any creator. Continual progress ... what one does in the present is of far more importance.
[He catches that Glance, all right, and he slowly loosens up. Avicebron had a point, and even though his mood had tanked a little during their conversation, Sanson remembers that he had resolved to do better with his second life - to be more than what he was fated to be when he was born into his family as the fourth generation in a line of executioners.
Wasn't that why he had sought a job as a doctor here, and strove to practice medicine more often?
Folding his arms over the table, he nods vigorously.]
...Of course. Thank you for reminding me.
[Even if his past achievements...weren't what he would call achievements.]
After all, you and I have been granted second lives.
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The fact that Avicebron takes a certain degree of pride in it should be enough. At least he could be proud of what he does...because Sanson certainly is never proud of what he had done to earn his place in the Throne of Heroes. Calling himself a Heroic Spirit seems so ironic. Not only was his role in history obscure enough that not all accounts of the French Revolution remember him by name, but he was no hero in the first place. Just a man who had one of the most unpleasant jobs in the world and who could not escape his destiny.
It's as if a cloud has descended upon Sanson as he ponders this, his expression suddenly more...thoughtful at best, and brooding at worst.]
I understand what you mean, Caster. There's no point in self aggrandizement when history, or myth, or legend have already judged us for the roles we've played.
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That's certainly true for many heroes... It's hard to argue the relative importance of a king, or a general, or a myth.
[A king can't make himself out to be a better king if he's only a footnote in the history books.]
But as an artist, the quality of your work is more subjective, even if there may be some consensus about your lasting influence. And I personally love your work very much.
[And that's something Avicebron can't disprove or argue against.]
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Aah, of course. Perhaps bringing up one's qualifications as a Heroic Spirits was a bad idea with Sanson present. Understandable, but tricky to deal with. Especially while also addressing Atsushi's comments, and without accidentally revealing Sanson's identity.
He's starting to remember how much of a pain other people are, but Avicebron silently reminds himself to be patient. He'd resolved to better himself, after all. ]
Mm. But I don't particularly believe in dwelling on one's past achievements, either. Idleness and stagnation are the enemies of any creator. Continual progress ... what one does in the present is of far more importance.
[ Shooting Sanson a Glance as he says that. ]
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Wasn't that why he had sought a job as a doctor here, and strove to practice medicine more often?
Folding his arms over the table, he nods vigorously.]
...Of course. Thank you for reminding me.
[Even if his past achievements...weren't what he would call achievements.]
After all, you and I have been granted second lives.
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[Even if Atsushi's existence isn't the identical to theirs, that remains the same. They were granted a second life when most people only get one.
Atsushi lifts his teacup as if it was a wine glass to toast with.]
To moving forward?