all the mutant feels at lastvoyages

[wedonot]

Yes, it was a little discouraging to hear that some people apparently find wanting to prevent potential genocide a "dumb argument" for wanting to help Erik make some progress here, but it's just a temporary set back. [This doesn't make Erik right. The Barge isn't a good sample of humanity, it brings out the worst in everyone, and he isn't walking away from the cause because of a few people.]

I understand why people are jumping to conclusions, and I am emotionally invested. Probably more than I should be, as long as we're being honest. But this isn't just a question of what's best for Erik. It's what's best for everyone, on the Barge and at home, and I do wish more people would understand that.

... And no, I'm not thrilled to hear you're enjoying watching this spiral out of control. This place is supposed to help people, and I think it's safe to say that's the exact opposite of what's happening here. And while Erik completely losing control might finally show everyone I was right? [And now he allows himself to sound a little defeated:] I really don't want to be, this time.

Comments

[wedonot]

Apparently. I can certainly see where our situation's a bit complicated- [What with archnemesis bffs being a rare thing, all things considered.] but I didn't realize it would be this difficult to understand.

[abetterway]

One can care deeply for another while still fundamentally disagreeing on certain issues. [Certain issues. Yes, that's one way to put it.]

[wedonot]

Without being interested in each other romantically.

Which, in general, seemed a bit presumptuous. [Which was really just the theme of the entire argument but sigh oh well time to keep trying.]

[abetterway]

Even if there were some - attraction, that would hardly mean it trumped all other emotion and sense.

It's certainly not anyone's business, regardless.

[wedonot]

Especially when people's lives potentially hang in the balance.

[abetterway]

That really should be the focus, yes.

...I hope they realise Erik can do a fine amount of damage without his abilities.

[wedonot]

I tried to warn them. Apparently that isn't much of a concern.

[abetterway]

Why does no one ever listen until it's too late? [SOMETIMES SHE REALLY WANTS TO MAKE THEM LISTEN. But that would be wrong. :(]

[wedonot]

[CHARLES KNOWS THIS FEEL, gdi ethics, why do you make this hard.]

I think if you could come up with an answer and put it in writing, you'd be a very wealthy woman.

[abetterway]

[SERIOUSLY, things would be so much easier without those pesky morals.]

Perhaps I could write my next lecture on it. I might get a better turnout.

[wedonot]

[WHO NEEDS THEM I mean yes we should all listen to our consciences. :|]

I suppose it couldn't hurt to try.

[abetterway]

[yes. yes we should. we can be better etc.]

A Study In Frustration with Professor Xavier.

[wedonot]

A Discussion Spanning Across Time and Space.

[abetterway]

That makes it all the more discouraging.

[Seriously, sometimes she can really see Ada's point.]