#don't read into it this is just easier syntax to parallel

[stop-the-play]

> (Explore) "The remains of my meal?"

Yes. You take what is useful to you and leave the scattered remnants for me to weave into my being. Shards of glass on the cutting room floor.

I do not blame you for it. It is in your nature.

This one is exhaustion. It sought only life, and the universe told it life was the one thing it could not be allowed to possess. Whatever you gain from this, I am sure it will be an advocate for you.

Do not mourn it. It knew the freedom it desired, if only for a moment.

> (Explore) "What happened to the fairy? Can I bring it back?"

I'm sorry. There are some changes that cannot be undone, and some tears that can never be mended. This is not a place that is welcoming to what it was. The moment you brought it here, it was going to unravel.

I promise that it no longer hurts.

> (Explore) "Is this the end of the world?"

It is the end of something. I do not think it is the end of everything.

> (Explore) "What are you?"

I am scattered seeds in an empty bucket. What are you?

> (Explore) "Scattered seeds? What do you mean?"

Nothingness in potentia. A void waiting to be filled. I wish to be more.

Choices:

"What do you think I am?"

"I don't know what I am."

"I'm a person."