Transcending Reality: When The Game Becomes Life

One Problem After Another

Once again, the assembly began, but this time the subject at hand diverged from the prior talks of warfare, focusing instead on forging a path ahead amidst the unforeseen turmoil.

We find ourselves in a vastly different space from the one we were previously occupying. The reason for this stark contrast is due to the dilapidated state of the former space, which had reached a point where it was no longer suitable for use. It would have been wholly inappropriate to carry out such a momentous dialogue within its confines, considering the sheer magnitude of the cavity that had damaged its structural integrity beyond repair.

The space we now occupy is noticeably distinct, and it exudes a feeling of freshness and vitality that was sorely lacking in our previous surroundings. It is spacious, with high ceilings that give it an airy and open feel. The walls are painted a bright, welcoming color that reflects the natural light streaming in through the large windows. The floors are made of polished wood, which gleams underfoot, adding to the warm and inviting atmosphere.

The mood in the room was solemn yet hopeful, with a sense of anticipation permeating the air. The chairs were arranged in a circular fashion, each one meticulously placed to facilitate communication and collaboration among the group.

Auric, bearing an unmistakable air of pride mixed with a hint of fairness, was the first to break the silence. "You really killed it with them words my queen," he declared, his speech carrying a hint of rudeness and a lack of refinement that could be attributed to his humble beginnings as a commoner. "They made me cry my eyes out." But who could fault him for his rusticity, given his origin?

As he addressed me, a vast majority of the individuals appeared unperturbed by his manner of speaking. Their attention was seemingly unfazed, as they listened intently to what he had to say. However, there was one individual, Thaddeus, who stood out like a sore thumb among the audience. Thaddeus, a rotund man, with a large double chin, seemed to be visibly shaken by Auric's tone.

Thaddeus' chin jiggled incessantly with every word that escaped his lips, as if his body was trying to emphasize his disapproval. His eyes squinted, and his face twisted into a scowl as he muttered under his breath. However, despite his apparent displeasure, he did not voice his opinions out loud. That is until Auric finished speaking.

As soon as he had finished, Thaddeus stepped forward, his double chin quivering with rage. His voice boomed through the crowd, demanding attention, "must I remind you again, speaking in such a manner does not befit one of noble birth. You must know your place, commoner!" His words were harsh, and his tone was laced with disdain.

Auric's bewildered gaze fixated upon Thaddeus as he uttered a haunting query, "How did I mess up?" His eyes, a rich shade of brown, bore the remnants of a violent encounter - a savage slash marred his left eye.

"How?, how can I possibly converse with someone who speaks without a moment's thought? Perhaps a bit of contemplation before opening one's mouth would have prevented me from speaking to you in such a manner. But alas, I apologize, for it seems that the art of thinking is lost on you." His words dripped with a mix of sarcasm and frustration.

"Come on, chubby! I'd rather talk casual than be all stiff and boring," he fired back with a hint of teasing.

Thaddeus retorted with palpable fury, "What name did you just refer to me as?" As he spoke, his face flushed with a fiery intensity akin to that of a ripe tomato.

"Sigh" I find myself immersed in yet another vexing episode as my body involuntarily releases a deeply exhausted exhale. My mind begins to traverse the countless instances that have preceded this one, all of which possess a painfully repetitive nature. The fact that I have encountered this exact situation more times than I can accurately quantify, imparts an added level of frustration and disappointment to the proceedings.