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[Wherever Eley happens to be right now, it seems pretty windy. Whether it's because of his influence or just the natural way of the weather, you can't really be sure, but thankfully his voice carries loud enough not to be hindered by the wind.

Only... his tone might sound a little less curious than you're used to. Somewhat distant. Perhaps even a tiny bit sad?]

As I have recovered enough from my illness to venture out with no ill effects, and since the weather has improved, I have decided to take the opportunity to seek shelter in the mountains. While I would still prefer to refrain from keeping myself in confined spaces for too long, I am hoping I will be able to make use of any shelter I find in future to prevent myself from falling sick again.

I would like to take a moment to thank the people here for teaching me your ways and helping me to take better care of myself. It has been an... interesting experience.

However, I also must announce that I will be staying in these mountains for quite some time. I would... like to ask you not to seek me out.

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There is also loss and guilt. Naturally humans have a far shorter lifespan than I do. Perhaps it would come as a surprise to you that I had grown fond of others even outside of Luceti, though perhaps not quite to the same extent, having kept that distance. Guilt comes with many things. Feeling helpless to change, feeling sorry for ending lives.

[Because Eley had a certain degree of wrath in him too. He didn't cope with pain very well. The Spirit could see a time when he would get too close, be hurt brutally a second time... and he would unleash it on those he cared about.]

It is strange for me to admit but... I have felt much less like a god in your company. Perhaps... I would call you friend too.

[Oh, Saleh knows all about the guilt.]

Guilt...I am all too familiar with that. It is admittedly something I still struggle with myself.

As for death, the fact that it is only temporary in this world is something of a comfort...though I cannot say how it affects those who die of age. I cannot say I like the short span of death either, for I fear it would cause us to lose respect for life itself.

...I understand if you need some time in solitude...but to dwell too long in the negativity alone can be dangerous. Eventually, the pain will consume you. So even if you must separate yourself at times...I pray that you will return.

Really I should give more respect to humans for their ability to harbour such emotions... and carry on their short lives.

Yes, you are right. That death is so fleeting is both a blessing and a curse here, I feel. Still, there may come a time when we all return home. We will still have to say goodbye, and will likely never meet again...

[True they had no way of knowing if it would ever happen but it was a possibility. Honestly Eley knows he's hurting himself just doing this right now.]

I will remember your words, Saleh.

Yes...that day may indeed come. But I would still be happier parting on good terms rather than through death. The fact that we may have to say our farewells one day is all the more reason to cherish the time we spend together. And then those happy memories will comfort us through the pain that comes with the farewell.

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