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[ smiles ]

Better than being reviled.

Well, I suppose I can't deny that, although those really shouldn't be your only options.

Perhaps not. But I don't know. I've never seen why it's so terrible to be pitied.

Some would probably consider it dangerous to be perceived as weak.

Sure, if you're a leader. I meant more in relation to interpersonal relationships.

Same principle, really. For some, even interpersonal relationships are still politics.

In a situation like this? I can see how that would be the case.

But really, whether you're weak or strong— both can make you a target.

Well, that's true enough. You don't want to appear too much in either direction.