If she's so clever, why hasn't she found a more consistent way around whatever it is that prevents her from speaking? Why whisper words of criticism, when she could have instead told you about her clever plan? She doesn't have one.
You're the one who's going to find a way out of here. Not her. Have some faith in yourself.
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You do know it isn't true, right? I think you're a valuable friend and ally.
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I'm not as clever as she is.
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[ there's a sudden firmness in her voice. ]
If she's so clever, why hasn't she found a more consistent way around whatever it is that prevents her from speaking? Why whisper words of criticism, when she could have instead told you about her clever plan? She doesn't have one.
You're the one who's going to find a way out of here. Not her. Have some faith in yourself.
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[this actually is very touching to her. her expression seems to crumble just for a moment.]
I don't know about any of that. But if you think I ought to have faith in myself, I'm pleased.