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THE UNIVERSE: so in conclusion, that's life. any questions? STUDENT OF LIFE: *raises hand* um, just one small thing... does it always have to be an ultimatum between doing the wrong thing in concert and doing the right thing alone? or......? UNIVERSE: that is a great question! actually, when you love someone––*bell rings*––welp, look like that's all the time we have for today! make sure to study for tomorrow's exam! STUDENT: ... but! *CLASS RUSHES OUT* [1 DAY LATER] *STUDENT OPENS EXAM* THE EXAM IS ONLY ONE QUESTION LONG. AND IT READS: this question is worth 100% of your total exam grade. what is the only way to break the loneliness-righteousness ultimatum cycle? A. Communication B. Forgiveness C. Compassion & Understanding D. Escapism & Disillusionment E. Gratitude *STUDENT LEAVES EXAM UNANSWERED, CLOSES EXAM, WALKS UP TO THE UNIVERSE AND WHISPERS* STUDENT: thank you. i completely understand now. that question was indeed worth 100%. and more. i get it. the answer is the question itself. the introspection. *UNIVERSE WHISPERS*: Well done. You pass. *THE REST OF CLASS STARES IN WONDERMENT AND CONFUSION*