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[nomoresharks]

I've an odd question to ask, if you'll indulge me.

Let us say a world exists where all work toward the betterment of their world, where none go without, and no one need be separated from their loved ones before they could bid farewell. Each day is peaceful and productive, and you know your place within it. You need not leave until you are ready, and only when you feel fulfilled.

Would you choose to live in this world or the one you came from? Why?

And to those who know why I ask this question, I pray you answer as well, and do so honestly. I promise 'tis in the spirit of keeping an open mind.

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[mollymocks]

the only way everyone always knows their place is if they dont get a choice or ability to experience anything else.
me id rather experience the bad shit and learn something from it.
just my opinion mind.

[nomoresharks]

To be fair, 'tis not as if your path is chosen for you. There are suggestions, of course, but the choice is ultimately yours. And you've considerably more time to find your purpose.

[...Ah. Now he's getting defensive. He takes a second to clear his head before continuing his message]

You don't think you could learn anything at all from such a place? After all, regardless of the world's current situation, you would still have your own failings to overcome.

[mollymocks]

no? and no one ever changes their minds or causes conflict?
i find that hard to believe
but im the suspicious sort i suppose
it sounds like you have a specific answer in mind.

[nomoresharks]

There is, but always fleeting. Points are debated and ideas put forward, but there's always resolution and compromise at the end.

But I assure you, I'm not looking for any specific answer at all. I've hardly any idea where to begin to form one. Just attempting to paint a more accurate picture. Or something of the sort.

[He thinks. He's not really sure what he's doing anymore.]

[mollymocks]

yeah and what do you do when people are just assholes?
youre doing a lot of arguing if you dont think im wrong, dear.

[nomoresharks]

If you're asking me specifically, it depends on the situation and the individual in question. Having worked customer service positions prior to my current occupation, I've grown familiar with the concept.

[the second point goes conspicuously unanswered]

[mollymocks]

so you compromise with them too?
or do you not have the sort of folks who are never satisfied with anything

[nomoresharks]

I've never met someone I'd describe as more monster than man, if that's what you're asking. Whether or not such individuals exist, I can't say, though I would prefer to think they are just as rare as Etheirys appears to be.

[mollymocks]

you really do come from a different sort of place
sounds lovely but i still wouldnt want to live there
no offense

[nomoresharks]

None taken. Ultimately, I think we all would choose our home, had we the chance--no matter how flawed or perfect it may be. Deep down, 'tis a love of sorts that is difficult to define, for home shall ever be home.