Part 454: Miriel C

Thank you, Libra. I feel your words have parted the dark clouds about in my heart.

It gladdens me to hear that, my child.

*Miriel observes from afar*

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The parables you've shared have lent my life a sense of direction. I feel hope rekindled in my breast. I cannot begin to thank you.

Your path will hold its share of hardship, but I pray you keep that hope alive.

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Hmm? Oh, Miriel. What are you doing here?

Observing.

That conversation just now? I fear it's hardly anything so grand as to merit study. I merely shared the teachings of Ylisse to those villagers eager to listen.

And were they receptive?

I believe that faith will find a home in them. Such teachings offer a guide to life and are a steadfast beacon in these dark times. I pray it will also sustain them in the lean days ahead.

If the teachings bear such salubrious effect, why not share them with greater numbers?

Naturally, were it possible, I would share them with everyone! Er, but why do you bring this up?

By my observations, your methodology is highly inefficient. It vexes me.

Inefficient?

Indeed. Assembling an audience, selecting the venue, promulgating the message... A scientific approach to these factors would yield a far more efficient modus.

Perhaps, but that isn't-

Possible? Poppycock. Anything is possible. Given a thorough analysis of the germane phenomena, a sound theory will emerge. However, in the absence of empirical data, you might dismiss it as idle speculation. Therefore I must prove it through a physical implementation.

You will do what now?

I will show that it can be done. However, I fear I am unfit to preach the teachings of Ylisse. In this capacity, I would enlist your aid. I will furnish the mechanism, you the words. Now, if you'll excuse me, I must begin planning posthaste. (leaves)

W-wait, Miriel! ...Oh dear.