"Yes. In the end the ideal proposed by Kazehaya Tatsumi reveals an inherent conflict between 'equality' and 'fairness'." Nagisa said. "That's right. I probably won't need to explain to anyone here. But to give an example consider the action of trying to achieve both 'fairness' and 'equality' as a race. A race where everyone starts and finishes at the same time." Hiyori said.
"However each individual has difference or it's better to call it individuality. We have different muscle mass and stamina levels and even our feelings on the day of the race can vary. So even if everyone starts at the same time it's natural for them to finish at different times." He added.
"Barring any other external factors, the fastest person will, of course, win the race. It's a law of physics, if you will. The one who deserves to win will win. But with winners and losers comes 'inequality'. Even if they start 'fairly' they can't finish'equally'. And to eliminate such 'inequality', 'unfair' measures should be taken." He then said.
"These two concepts in this case are mutually exclusive. Someone who naturally runs faster might get forced to wear weights or to run slower. Or they might even be forced to run a longer distance. Otherwise, the result will never be 'equal' in a fair competition." Hiyori said with a sigh.
"Which means to make the results 'equal', 'unfairness' is inevitably introduced from the start." He then said. "...I see. A great example. Seeking either 'equality' or 'fairness' will inevitably compromise the other. They can never coexist." Nagisa said.
"Indeed. That's why Kazehaya Tatsumi-shi's idea is no more than an unrealistic dream. Surely if everyone is treated 'equally' and 'fairly' no one would have any complaints. And everyone would be happy as a result. However in reality as long as people have varied individuality such ideal is nothing but a fleeting dream." Ibara said with a sigh.
"It is what a religious leader would think. A paradise or a utopia that exists only in concept." He added as Nagisa looked at him while saying nothing. "...However I definitely don't think Kazehaya Tatsumi-shi is a mere fool who can't see the reality in front of him." Ibara said.
"He was absolutely dedicated to this ideal with a religious fervor." He added. "That's totally different from Eichi-kun's then. Eichi-kun just used those comforting ideas as convenient excuses to get what he wanted. But I think Kazehaya Tatsumi believed those words from the bottom of his heart." Hiyori said.
"Indeed. We agreed that 'equality' and 'fairness' are mutually exclusive which I think is an undeniable fact. But there is one method to bring our reality closer to that ideal. Kazehaya Tatsumi-shi exemplified that method, sacrificing himself almost like a martyr." Ibara said.
"He turned his ideal into a reality despite only for a short period of time." He added. "...I feel like it's impossible for a human being." Nagisa said. "...I agree. So, just for a moment, he must have become something like a god, an angel, a saint. 'A being that transcends human wisdom.' " Ibara said.
"A saint huh? So he's like one of the deities polytheist religions right?" Hiyori asked. "It will never be recognized by that particular monotheistic religion but a saint is treated almost like a god despite being a mortal." He then said.
"People build statues of saints as a form of veneration and remembrance. Both saints and demons see concepts drawn from various belief systems and applied in that world-dominating religion. Saints are close to the divine." He added.
"That's right. Saints are figures who can fulfill the needs that a single god alone may not satisfy." Nagisa said. "I have no intentions of discussing religion with you but factually Kazehaya Tatsumi-shi's actions were noble enough to merit the title." Ibara said.
"The only way to reconcile the contradiction between 'equality' and 'fairness' is by creating an 'exception'. And Kazehaya Tatsumi-shi make himself that 'exception'." He added. "...What do you mean?" Hiyori asked.
"Basically Kazehaya Tatsumi-shi established a system where everyone else could be treated with 'equality' and 'fairness' except for himself. In return for everyone else being able to live in a utopia he carried all the 'inequalities' and 'unfairness' on his shoulders. Just like the saint who carried the sins of all humanity and was crucified on the cross." Ibara said.
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Elysian's Monogatari
FanfictionTwo non blood related brothers Hanagaki Shiro and Ren decided to enroll in Yumenosaki to become an idol. Join them in their journey as they meet new and old friends!
