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[fionnuisce]

There is a concept in my world known as 'Second Magic'. The details of it are not common knowledge, nor is it widely used or explored at all by more than one individual. What is known is its definition in the broadest sense: 'the operation of parallel worlds'.

In short, parallel worlds where I come from are confirmed fact. And while I am not a scholar of Second Magic itself, now I find myself seriously considering the subject. Personally, I don't believe things are predetermined...and yet now I find myself wondering. Even if we restore everything to the way it was, what is the probability any of us live in a timeline that will end well? Mathematically, the odds are astronomical.

I don't know what I hoped to accomplish by communicating this. Maybe I'm so fucking tired I'm just going to ramble incoherently about magical theory until I officially go insane. Of course, maybe I already have gone insane. I might not be able to tell anymore.

On the slim chance anyone decides to come looking for me, I'll be in the laboratory. Exhaustion or not, I have work that needs to be done.

Comments

[oathshackledbird]

It has to be.

[Diarmuid tries to sound optimistic, but his voice just comes off as being tired instead because the exhaustion that is lingering after giving his energy to the Tower and being depowered from switching out his collar fluid.]

It has to be...

[fionnuisce]

...it'll be alright, Diarmuid.

[Waver didn't sound entirely convinced, but he wasn't overly worried just yet.]

We went into this together. Whatever happens, it happens to both of us.

[oathshackledbird]

[Diarmuid is silent for a moment before nodding and slowly stepping away from Waver.]

I know. I'm sorry. I'm just very tired suddenly. I am afraid I will have to call our spar to an end for now.

[fionnuisce]

It's alright--I'm worn out myself. Sorry, this was poorly timed on my part.

[oathshackledbird]

No, it was perfect.

[Diarmuid laughs softly.]

How often do you have a chance to fight me without my powers?

Shall we go back to your room now? Do you think you will be able to sleep some?

[fionnuisce]

If you feel like staying with me, I'm sure I could.

[oathshackledbird]

Funny you mention that since I was going to ask you to stay with me while I rested, even if you couldn't. Call me selfish today. I just want you nearby...

[fionnuisce]

I wouldn't dare complain about having you nearby. Come on, let's go before we both fall over.

[oathshackledbird]

[Diarmuid drops his arm around Waver's waist and turns them toward the floor exit.]

I wouldn't go away even if you did. I'm being selfish today, remember?

[fionnuisce]

Ah, that's right. [He wrapped an arm around Diarmuid's shoulders, laughing softly.] If only I could get you to do as much for more than just one day.

[oathshackledbird]

All I can say is that I will try.

[He laughs softly.]

Come on, lets get some rest.