( a sobering answer, albeit along the lines of what he would have expected. were it so easy to simply reverse the condition, then surely it would not be so discriminated against to begin with. and yet it still seems unfair, unjust.

to be labeled sinner or corruptor simply due to external factors....no, he can't say he agrees with it. )

I see. Thank you for the explanation.

( for humoring him in this morose conversation in the middle of a lively party. truly, he is ill-suited to be a party-goer. )

Though I would like to say something, if I may. The role of any judge is to remain impartial, and to deliver a fair verdict after all truths are revealed, regardless of how many layers of deception obscure that truth from view. And I believe the truth of the matter here is that you are no sinner simply for being afflicted with a malady for which there is no cure.

( whether or not she's committed other crimes is another matter entirely. although: )

Even were you a criminal, our pasts do not always define who we wish to be in the present, and you have shown no ill-will or malice towards anyone at this party thus far. Therefore, there should be no conflict of interest in me tendering aid to you.

( how terribly long-winded........ )