“Is this a good idea?”
“Its value is irrelevant. It has to be done.”
“Have you thought this through, though?”
“Is that not what you’re here for? You’re my rationality.”
“Then, won’t you listen to my advice?”
“Of course.”
“And proceed regardless?”
“Of course. This is a symbolic gesture.”
“You’re not invincible.”
“If I were, this act would have no meaning.”
“So, you’re going to do this every week? Come rain or shine?”
“Absolutely. If they can brave the elements, so must we.”
“Inspiring, if unnerving.”
“If events unfold as you predict, you have my permission to inscribe that on my gravestone.”