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Though Cyrus had expected some disagreement on the matter, he hadn’t expected a full-blown discussion like this. He was happy there were some people as passionate as him on this topic. Last time hadn’t brought this kind of issue. They didn’t make a fuss about the ‘potential loss’ of the Alexandria group. Perhaps it was because they now had a better idea what they were up against? He had just expected a small group of willing volunteers, and the rest to hang back and do nothing. Well, there was nothing to it but convincing this should be done, right? It just happened to be that these kinds of issues were where Cyrus’s talent came into play.

When Cyrus approached the counter, it appeared his opponent was going to be Bliss. Caora was still burying his face in her side, trying to drown out the sound of everyone debating. 

[color=#F08172]“Hello Cyrus.”[/color] Bliss was quiet, at least compared to the people debating all around them. [color=#F08172]“I'm glad you didn't get angry with Jezebel again. I know it's hard.”[/color] She placed her wrists on the counter. [color=#F08172]“I still want to go to the zen garden with you some time.”[/color]

[color=D1c2bf]“Hello Bliss[/color] Cyrus responded politely.  [color=D1c2bf]”Perhaps we can go together after this issue is resolved. That’d be nice.”[/color]

[color=D1c2bf]”As for Jezebel, I do not see the problem. This is a voluntary call-to-arms.”[/color] Cyrus tried to make this clear once more. [color=D1c2bf]”I do not hold it against anyone who refuses, and won’t tolerate anyone doing so.”[/color] He tried to stay eloquent despite the tension the situation brought. He found it slightly more difficult than usual, it had been long ago he had felt so emotionally involved in a topic of discussion. It reminded Cyrus of the old days, days he had no time to reminisce about right now.[color=D1c2bf]”However, I am going to give this a shot, regardless of our numbers.”[/color]

Bliss shook her head. [color=#F08172]“It's not about who wants to go or numbers. Everyone carries someone on their shoulders, even if they don't know it.”[/color] Bliss folded her hands over her chest. [color=#F08172]“Caora is so alone right now. I'd love to help, but if something happened to me, what would Caora do? Seeing Mary's determination every day gives me hope. But if she were to pass away...”[/color] Bliss sighed. [color=#F08172]“And without Mondatta, you're the only leader we have left. How will we be able to function if all of our leaders are gone?”[/color]

Cyrus was somewhat surprised by Bliss’s resistance to the situation, but he could see her point. No, this was definitely not the easy situation he was sometimes making it out to be. It wasn’t simply a choice of going or staying, as much as he wanted it to be. [color=D1c2bf]”It’s not that I don’t see where you’re coming from. But I can’t leave Krista to die.”[/color] He shook his head. [color=D1c2bf]”What about the people who get their hope from Krista? Or Aleecia, if we are forced to take that route? There are people that depend on her in one way or another as well. It is ignoring this situation that would bring despair to all of us.”[/color] Cyrus lowered his head. [color=D1c2bf]”And I sure as hell cannot call myself a leader if I don’t act now.”[/color]

[color=#F08172]“I want to save Krista to. I do but...” [/color]Her teeth where chattering. [color=#F08172]“Are you sure she's going to die? I'm not worthy to judge the value of a human life. I don't think anyone is, but it seems like...”[/color] Bliss stopped herself. [color=#F08172]“Do you rely on Krista, Cyrus?”[/color]

Cyrus thought about it for a second, the value of one life. “Indeed, that's not something you can just determine in my opinion.” But it was the second part where things got personal. “I draw strength from multiple people here, emotional strength. I don't really think anyone would believe me if I said otherwise.” He started. “Krista has helped me a great deal as well, yes. But so have you, I can assure you.” He paused for a second, then slowly shook his head. “Please do not think of my motives more personal than they are. I think Krista is a great person, but I'd do this for anyone in this situation.”

[color=#F08172]“I find it hard to believe you don't feel a little close to her. You were the only person she chose to share this with. But I guess it's possible she just sees you as the leader like everyone else.”[/color] Bliss dug her fingers into the countertop. [color=#F08172]“But even so, you need to consider her emotional well being too. We want to free her, it wouldn't be incorrect to say we'll be risking our lives or even dying for her, but is that something she would want?”[/color] Bliss looked away from Cyrus. [color=#F08172]“Being the one who survives is never easy. Krista was used by Lucas, used by Erin, and now she's being used by Nariko. All killers, all who used her for their own gain. By attempting a rescue, we're giving them exactly what they want.”[/color] She looked up at Cyrus, here eyes were visibly wet. [color=#F08172]“Do you really think we'll be better off if we do this?”[/color]

[color=D1c2bf]”I consider her a friend, that’s what I said.”[/color] Cyrus said calmly. He firmly shook his head at Bliss’s counterargument. [color=D1c2bf]”Lucas and Erin both only used her to get out. They failed. They want nothing anymore. And I do not see why we should take them into consideration either.”[/color] He answered bluntly. [color=D1c2bf]”They intended to kill her, and all of us, by attempting to escape. To them, she was a pawn, not a person. This is exactly the opposite. In fact, how different would we be from them if we didn’t try? We’d be abandoning her. If she had any trust in us, we’d be straight up betraying it. ”[/color] He looked Bliss square in the eyes. [color=D1c2bf]”Of course, if you doubt she wants to be rescued. The door can’t be opened, but it was ajar when I left it. Unless Nariko closed it entirely, it’s possible to try asking her yourself.”[/color]

He then touched on a different point. [color=D1c2bf]”Regardless, yes, we are putting our lives at risk. We will have to develop a plan of sorts, to reduce risk to a minimum. Alexandria was defeated in combat without us suffering casualties, so it is possible. However, we will have to be smart about it. ”[/color]  

[color=#F08172]“Hold on, you're moving too fast.”[/color]  Bliss folded her arms. [color=#F08172]“I wasn't saying to consider the opinions of the previous two blackened. I consider Davis and everyone he controls a killer to. I think he wants us to try and save Krista.”[/color] The nanny sighed. [color=#F08172]“I'm not really expecting to change your mind. I suppose I was hoping I'd feel a little more sure of this after talking to you. But I guess all we can do is hope things turn out okay.”[/color]

Cyrus sighed. “Of course he wants us to. Or at least he isn't against it. But I disagree with the notion we shouldn't do it just because of Davis as well. We don't know his motives, but I don't think it's simply to kill us. There are better ways.” He shook his head. “ultimately, there's only one best outcome. And I'll do my damnedest to achieve it. You have my word,Bliss”