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Post by Christine on Aug 21, 2007 10:10:32 GMT -5
"I don't want him to suffer!", *she cried out.* "I care about him, yes. But I just don't love him."
*She sighed*
"A list of his sins? Well, for years he tricked me into thinking he was my father's ghost, killed and extorted to advance my career, kidnapped me several times, tried to kill the man I really did love, and then threatened to kill everyone if I didn't marry him. In addition to which, I understand that he is now screwing half the female population of the Opera, so I truly doubt that he needs me."
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Post by Raoul on Aug 21, 2007 10:12:57 GMT -5
*Arrives silently and moves into the shadows, interested in the conversation.*
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Post by Poe on Aug 21, 2007 10:17:36 GMT -5
*Poe listened to the list calmly, taking meticulous notes. When Christine was done, she answered.*
"Whether there is need or not, he values you far above all others. No other can satisfy him or grant him peace."
*She tilted her head.*
"Forgive my ignorance, but is it not relatively common for men to fight for the women they desire?"
*Her mind was racing with references that she had collected.*
"Helen of Troy, Juliet...even the practice of dueling is still observed, is it not?"
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Post by Christine on Aug 21, 2007 10:36:32 GMT -5
*Christine struggled not to lose her temper.*
"This is the nineteenth century, not the dark ages. Besides, it's one thing to fight a duel over a woman, and another thing to kill innocent people!"
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Post by Poe on Aug 21, 2007 10:44:46 GMT -5
*Poe frowned at the woman's vexation.*
"I am sorry. I did not mean to upset you. Please forgive me. I am just trying to collect all of the facts so a satisfactory solution might be reached."
*She pursed her lips for a moment.*
"Will any amount of time or good deeds ease the agitation of what has already past?"
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Post by Erik on Aug 21, 2007 10:50:36 GMT -5
*Poe looked interested, but not deterred. Her voice was calm and her words plain. She was very curious.* "If you have the time, could you please explain what these sins are and why they prevent you from developing feelings for him? Perhaps then you might see that his merits will outweigh this other things. Or I might be able to offer him a list of his deficiencies and it would aid him in becoming a more compatible partner. At the moment, I only understand that he holds you in the deepest regards. He gave me the impression that you have a beautiful soul. I cannot understand why you would want him to suffer so. Maybe you can explain it to me. I would appreciate it very much." ((ILU!!!))
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Post by Christine on Aug 21, 2007 11:11:59 GMT -5
"As I have already stated, I do not love him."
*She managed to keep from rolling her eyes*
"I respect him, and in certain ways I pity him. But I simply do not love him. I'm sorry."
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Post by Poe on Aug 21, 2007 11:20:07 GMT -5
*Poe shrugged.*
"You have no need to apologize to me, mademoiselle. I just do not understand love and therefore have no basis for comparison. I have only logic to explain one's actions. But if that is all you will say on the matter, I will take your word on it and tell him."
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Post by Christine on Aug 21, 2007 13:10:33 GMT -5
"Thank you. You may tell him what I have said."
God. If I had a frank for every time I've explained this to people...
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Post by Raoul on Aug 21, 2007 13:15:23 GMT -5
*Moves out into the light.*
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Post by Christine on Aug 21, 2007 13:17:46 GMT -5
*Christine started upon seeing Raoul*
"Has my dressing room suddenly become everyone's hiding place?"
*There was still a trace of hurt in her voice*
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Post by Raoul on Aug 21, 2007 13:23:48 GMT -5
*Raoul turned back and looked at the mirror.*
Sorry, it is just amazingly easy to hide in.
*He turned to Poe.*
I suggest you inform Erik that he is wasting his time.
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Post by Poe on Aug 21, 2007 13:26:49 GMT -5
*Poe stood as the man made his presence known. She nodded at his words.*
"I will do so. Who should I say makes the suggestion?"
*She sounds quite ignorant that this scenario is somewhat out of place.*
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Post by Raoul on Aug 21, 2007 13:28:49 GMT -5
*Raoul shrugged.*
You could tell him it came from Raoul but I doubt he would listen to you.
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Post by Poe on Aug 21, 2007 13:37:02 GMT -5
*Poe tilted her head curiously.*
"Why would he not listen to me, sir? He seems to find my words valid up to this point."
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