[The apology is met with a nod, Korrin understanding Araceli's way of thinking and why she would be using it. So she can't take it personally, and the skepticism has her heartily wishing she could buy into it. Damn Cole. She draws in a deep, shaky breath, listening to all that is said without interruption, though she comes close a couple of times. But she doesn't, trying to see her kadan's perspective. How could she herself react if told such a tale?]
No, I'm not completely sure. You're right, I could be jumping to conclusions. Andraste's ass, I hope I am so Kas could just be Kas and not a Qunari plaything. But it's not just Taas; my parents told me about the Ben-Hassrath, and that's absolutely the sort of shit they would pull. Iron Bull was an overt spy, but they'd never rely on only one. To them, the Qun is all that matters. You know what doesn't matter? Children and the ethics of mind-wiping them to use as weapons. [Her voice trembles in sorrow and anger as she speaks, needing a moment to focus on Lux's fluffy self before she can simmer down.]
As for Cole...from what I've gathered, he senses pain somehow. That helps him with his role as Compassion, just like how other spirits have skills that help them in their roles. Spirit Healers can probably explain it better, since they work with one all the time. If you're asking me if he's a demon, I trained enough to know the difference. That isn't to say that we're besties, or that I want him hanging around announcing shit all the time, but I think for his part that he was being sincere...which makes it worse.
[And as a rule she tends to avoid even benign spirits, not comfortable with the lot of them. The fact that one has her attention now is not a comfortable experience for her, but she can't deny that he could have a point.]
...I think there's way to prove or disprove all this, but we'll need Sam. Sam treated Kas' headaches and blackouts with Fortitude's help, months ago. [She winces.] Fuck, was that another sign that I missed? Blackouts and lost time? Anyway, if he's truly...not Kas anymore, I think they would be able to figure it out since they already have something to compare it to. But he'd have to be discreet; if I am right, then Taas is right too and Kas would do anything to keep his cover.
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No, I'm not completely sure. You're right, I could be jumping to conclusions. Andraste's ass, I hope I am so Kas could just be Kas and not a Qunari plaything. But it's not just Taas; my parents told me about the Ben-Hassrath, and that's absolutely the sort of shit they would pull. Iron Bull was an overt spy, but they'd never rely on only one. To them, the Qun is all that matters. You know what doesn't matter? Children and the ethics of mind-wiping them to use as weapons. [Her voice trembles in sorrow and anger as she speaks, needing a moment to focus on Lux's fluffy self before she can simmer down.]
As for Cole...from what I've gathered, he senses pain somehow. That helps him with his role as Compassion, just like how other spirits have skills that help them in their roles. Spirit Healers can probably explain it better, since they work with one all the time. If you're asking me if he's a demon, I trained enough to know the difference. That isn't to say that we're besties, or that I want him hanging around announcing shit all the time, but I think for his part that he was being sincere...which makes it worse.
[And as a rule she tends to avoid even benign spirits, not comfortable with the lot of them. The fact that one has her attention now is not a comfortable experience for her, but she can't deny that he could have a point.]
...I think there's way to prove or disprove all this, but we'll need Sam. Sam treated Kas' headaches and blackouts with Fortitude's help, months ago. [She winces.] Fuck, was that another sign that I missed? Blackouts and lost time? Anyway, if he's truly...not Kas anymore, I think they would be able to figure it out since they already have something to compare it to. But he'd have to be discreet; if I am right, then Taas is right too and Kas would do anything to keep his cover.
Maker, I'm going to throw up....