[It is easy enough to see why someone like Set would benefit from some patient, diplomatic advice. He certainly acts like a man unused to negotiation; in a way, his temper reminds Liem of Hayame, who acts decisively and has little patience to explain things that seem obvious to her. He knows that Hayame was a warrior first and foremost back in her world, and one who had little need for a persuasive tongue, given that her value as chattel was found in her loyalty, skill and power, not in her opinions.
Set’s background could surely not be more unlike hers, but perhaps their similarities speak more loudly than their differences.]
If you are to benefit from my advice, [Liem points out with a murmur, one eyebrow raised,] you will still need patience.
[Whether Liem is advisor or translator, Set will need the patience to involve him in his business, and explain himself to Liem, at least enough for the priest to understand his own needs and the context for his communication. Otherwise, how will he be able to give informed advice, and most especially, how will he be able to provide advice that Set is actually willing to act on?
… but it’s possible that he’s just stalling, because negotiation is a much more comfortable space for Liem than one in which Set’s blood is on his lips.]
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Set’s background could surely not be more unlike hers, but perhaps their similarities speak more loudly than their differences.]
If you are to benefit from my advice, [Liem points out with a murmur, one eyebrow raised,] you will still need patience.
[Whether Liem is advisor or translator, Set will need the patience to involve him in his business, and explain himself to Liem, at least enough for the priest to understand his own needs and the context for his communication. Otherwise, how will he be able to give informed advice, and most especially, how will he be able to provide advice that Set is actually willing to act on?
… but it’s possible that he’s just stalling, because negotiation is a much more comfortable space for Liem than one in which Set’s blood is on his lips.]