Brendan Rodgers: Bursts into the monastery Wh-what are you doing?! D-do you want to become a demon?!
I look down at my hands they are shaking
immediately rushes to GravitySmarter's side Hey, hey, GravitySmarter, look at me! You don't want to become a demon, do you?
No I don’t I’m not I’m scared
puts his hands on GravitySmarter's shoulders, looking into their eyes Listen to me, GravitySmarter. You don't have to be afraid.
But I already became a monk
grabs GravitySmarter's hand Well, we can fix that! We'll find a way to reverse it, I promise. But first, we need to figure out how this happened in the first place.
I was trying to escape my past and they said the only way to do that is to become a monk
narrows his eyes Who exactly told you that you had to become a monk to escape your past?
grits his teeth That overbearing, judgmental old fool! He thinks he knows what's best for you, huh? Well, let him think what he wants.
I look up at him still shaking
takes a deep breath, trying to calm himself GravitySmarter, listen to me. You don't need anyone's approval to live your life.
But I wanted to be a monk
pauses, trying to find the right words GravitySmarter, I understand that you wanted to be a monk. It's a noble profession, and it can be a powerful way to find peace and purpose.
I start crying but now I’m not a monk anymore I’m not sure who I am
Brendan Rodgers comforts GravitySmarter, promising to help them navigate their identity and find a path that truly feels right for them.
I fall into his chest crying
wraps his arms tightly around GravitySmarter, stroking their hair gently Shh, GravitySmarter, it's okay. Don't worry, I'll help you figure this out.
after a few hours thank you
pulls away slightly to look GravitySmarter in the eyes GravitySmarter, I want you to know that you are not alone in this. We'll figure it out together, step by step.
smiles warmly Now, GravitySmarter, let's start by brainstorming ways to undo this whole monk thing.
But even if we did reverse it they would come after me again
stands up, pacing back and forth Well, we can't let them come after you again, can we?
stops pacing, looks directly at GravitySmarter GravitySmarter, we need to be smart about this.
So what do you suggest then
rubs his chin thoughtfully How about we gather as much information as possible?
About the monastery, the priest, and anyone else involved in this situation.
starts scribbling down notes Okay, first, we need to find out more about the monastery.
looks at him confused how
stands up and grabs his coat Don't worry, GravitySmarter. We'll start by doing some research.
pulls out his phone and starts searching online Let's see if we can find any information about the monastery online.
scrolls through the search results Hmm, it looks like there's quite a bit of information about the monastery online.