01-24-2018, 12:59 AM
Ash's question was something worth considering, Celestia reflected. She'd been speaking truthfully when she'd said she hadn't given it much thought, arriving in a new plane tended to leave one a little disoriented. And the Omniverse wasn't just a single plane, so there was a lot to take in. Now might be a better time to think about it, she considered.
She didn't need long. Ruling in the Omniverse came with some particular obstacles. “While the idea of taking up leadership again has some appeal,” she followed up to Ash's question, “I would not wish to force anyone here for my sake.” That ruled out summoning a kingdom of her own, for the most part. “And then those places which already exist here, have leaders from what I have seen. Even if my guidance could be helpful, I have still only recently arrived, and usurping another is as likely to do harm as good.” She paused for a moment, before adding, “I suppose if I were ever asked, I would likely agree to a position. For now however, I am content to be a 'free agent', of sorts.”
Celestia sat quietly after that, giving Revan more of a chance to speak. She was glad she did, for the swordsman's past also had a heavy topic. He used to be an active contributor to something very brutal, if not fully aware of what he was doing, and he felt badly about it. Guilt could be a healthy reaction, and one should never forget the mistakes one's made or risk repeating them. All the same, one must be able to move forward, instead of focusing too much on past regrets.
Revan was worried about being seen as less in the eyes of his companions, and that was something which should be replied to. Celestia filled the silence which followed with a faint sigh. “Everyone does things which they regret over the course of their lives. Some of those are more serious than others. I have my share too...” She looked away for a moment, before looking back at Revan, smiling. “What's important is that we move past them. As long as you keep trying to move forward, I won't think any less of you.”
The group was saved from the heavy conversation by the tavern's owner returning, to inform them that the building's baths had been returned to working order. “A bath sounds wonderful,” Celestia mused, before looking back to her companions. “Perhaps we should call it an evening then, and leave further conversation for the morning? I believe we're all exhausted,” she struggled to a standing position before adding, “I know I am.” She began moving in the direction of the rooms, though lingered in case Revan or Ash had any last thoughts they needed to share.
She didn't need long. Ruling in the Omniverse came with some particular obstacles. “While the idea of taking up leadership again has some appeal,” she followed up to Ash's question, “I would not wish to force anyone here for my sake.” That ruled out summoning a kingdom of her own, for the most part. “And then those places which already exist here, have leaders from what I have seen. Even if my guidance could be helpful, I have still only recently arrived, and usurping another is as likely to do harm as good.” She paused for a moment, before adding, “I suppose if I were ever asked, I would likely agree to a position. For now however, I am content to be a 'free agent', of sorts.”
Celestia sat quietly after that, giving Revan more of a chance to speak. She was glad she did, for the swordsman's past also had a heavy topic. He used to be an active contributor to something very brutal, if not fully aware of what he was doing, and he felt badly about it. Guilt could be a healthy reaction, and one should never forget the mistakes one's made or risk repeating them. All the same, one must be able to move forward, instead of focusing too much on past regrets.
Revan was worried about being seen as less in the eyes of his companions, and that was something which should be replied to. Celestia filled the silence which followed with a faint sigh. “Everyone does things which they regret over the course of their lives. Some of those are more serious than others. I have my share too...” She looked away for a moment, before looking back at Revan, smiling. “What's important is that we move past them. As long as you keep trying to move forward, I won't think any less of you.”
The group was saved from the heavy conversation by the tavern's owner returning, to inform them that the building's baths had been returned to working order. “A bath sounds wonderful,” Celestia mused, before looking back to her companions. “Perhaps we should call it an evening then, and leave further conversation for the morning? I believe we're all exhausted,” she struggled to a standing position before adding, “I know I am.” She began moving in the direction of the rooms, though lingered in case Revan or Ash had any last thoughts they needed to share.