[ smart man! it's a good idea not to pursue that thought. sure, asriel could explain any time now, but if he's not asked, he doesn't feel a need to volunteer it. this discussion's a lot more interesting anyway. ]

Well, they must keep up appearances. 'Tis the season to foster unity and togetherness, or so they claim.

[ no one does anything for such noble reasons; asriel would know. he only bothered coming to see what they were dealing with and found the same tired themes as always. ]

The woman claims to have given us all a piece of ourselves to hold and cherish. I'm intimately familiar with the sort of power that has over people.

[ you know, just being honest here. ]

I'm sure the Meridian would prefer to make you think it's all your idea.