From 0a70d0f98e0ce66c827bd9ac1388c5924838d90b Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Deepak Date: Wed, 10 Nov 2021 12:45:34 -0600 Subject: [PATCH] Adds a bit more to elder meeting --- calvin-meets-elder-in-temple.txt | 11 ++++++++++- 1 file changed, 10 insertions(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/calvin-meets-elder-in-temple.txt b/calvin-meets-elder-in-temple.txt index f5d8cfc..c4a2c70 100644 --- a/calvin-meets-elder-in-temple.txt +++ b/calvin-meets-elder-in-temple.txt @@ -102,4 +102,13 @@ Whatever he did know would be embarrassingly small in front of an Elder. Calvin couldn't help but think to his time before ascending to the Presidency. He and Nikki had planned their course with passion. -Ambitions to build Galvarelli into a nation that would rival the Ottawans. +Ambitions to build Galvarelli into a nation that would rival the Ottawans, stymied by prosaic political expedience. + +—Elder, even if I wanted to, what use is the power of the Meadowlark if I get voted out? + Havenites wouldn't support a mystic for President. + I'd be seen as a hypocrite. + +—What use is remaining electable if you fail, Calvin? + What use is their support if the nation you want to lead no longer exists? + But if you doubt me, make the pilgrimage to the Rock. + See what Fate holds for you!