Part 525: Panne A

Olivia. Do you remember our talk about learning how to be strong?

Of course! Actually, I've been wondering when we could start my lessons.

I have thought deeply on the problem, and I may have an answer. But it is the answer of a taguel. It may not suit you.

I'm willing to try anything!

I began by thinking about what sets humans and taguel apart. The difference is that humans are fundamentally irrational creatures.

Irrational?

Yes. You humans always attempt the impossible while ignoring the possible. This is, as I said, irrational. It is not, however, a failing. Chrom, for example, chases an impossible task, and yet it is a noble cause. I think this is one of the greatest strengths of your species.

Um, wait. So I should be... more irrational?

Yes.

O... kay?

It's actually quite rational. For you to be irrational, I mean.

Okay, stop it.

Listen, Olivia. Can you tell me what is possible or impossible? I speak here of the future.

Er, well...

You see? You do not know. None of us, human or taguel, know this. But you decide that nothing is possible and give up trying to achieve anything.

Hmm...

This is your first assignment: you must learn your own limits. You need to discover what it is you're capable of.

Okay, got it. Learn my limits... Discover my capabilities...

The only way to know your limits is to push yourself to them. At least, that is what a taguel would do. It won't be easy, but if you apply yourself...

Oh, I will! I'm going to apply myself like treacle on bread! Just you wait! Thanks so much for the advice, Panne. Maybe we could talk again sometime?

I would be glad to. We're in this together, now.

Yay! Just knowing you're a part of this makes me feel like I can do anything!

Heh. Irrational creatures indeed...