❛ I don’t believe in heroism; I know it’s easy and I’ve learned that it can be murderous. ❜
EASY , HE SAYS . Easy for an observer perhaps ? A civilian maybe, with the privilege of not being the one placing themselves in the maw of danger for others. Ava herself is no hero, does not confine nor subject herself to such titles, does not expect such ‘glories’. A hero for saving oneself is not exactly the modern world’s definition of one. You’re a hero when you’re selfless, ignite positive change. Ava had been neither, has done neither. Yet, she is not alone. Sepia eyes look to her company, expression neutral.
❛ The word ‘murderous’ implies intent. ❜
She could only surmise which end of the spectrum a devastating, cosmic entity like Megatron stood on. Yet, in order to draw an inferential conclusion, she probes, placidity gracing her tone. ❛ Have you ever known peace which was not preceded by violence ? ❜