Raw Spotlight Interview: Thad

 Hey everyone,

I apologize for the delay with the Raw Interviews.  Dr. Church was on vacation for a week, and then I had children sick, so we couldn't exactly catch up.  Hopefully, you will enjoy this interview.  I know I did, and it was very insightful. 







I
must say, you’re an extremely difficult man to nail down. Thank you
for finally agreeing to speak with me, Thad.

And
I must say, Dr. Church, you are bloody exhausting. I knew if I didn’t
agree you’d just badger me for eternity.

Let’s
just dive right in, shall we? Why did you decide to hide out, rather
than remain with the other Chosen after everything finally settled
down?

I’ve
always been better suited to solitude. Granted I taught at
University, but I enjoy the time to myself.

You
haven’t always sought solitude, though. You were in fact married,
and then entered into quite a significant relationship with Erin. In
my opinion, that speaks to a deeper need for companionship. Wouldn’t
you agree?

While
that all may be true, you forget, Dr. Church, that I am well over one
thousand years old. From the time my wife died until the time in
which I met Erin, I was alone. I’d not had another love interest
since my beloved.

So
why Erin? What made her irresistible enough to put thoughts of a
relationship back in your mind?

Honestly,
I’m not certain I can answer that fully because I, myself, am not
sure of the entire reasoning. Perhaps it was her naivety and
innocence that pulled me in? I mean she is a stunning creature;
brilliant, cunning, and ruthless when she has to be. Honestly, I
don’t think she sees it. Mayhap that is the reason for it. She
doesn’t know she possesses all of those qualities.

So
it’s safe to say you fell quite deeply in love with her.

Very
much so.

And
yet you walked away without a second glance. That must have been very
difficult.

Hmmm.
. . . What makes you think I didn’t give her a second glance?

Because
you’re here with me and not with her. A man as deeply in love as
you claim to be couldn’t afford to take that second look. Was
Angelo a factor in your decision to cut ties completely?

Sometimes
stepping away from the situation because
you love that person is the best for them. And yes, he was a
contributing factor.

And
if you had it to do all over again, would you?

Depends
on what you are meaning by “it”. If you are referring to the Erin
situation, perhaps I would do it over again—maybe a little
differently. But it’s a curse of who we are. We get to live
indefinitely, wondering about these events. Of all the things we can
do, time travel is not one of them.

Then
let’s look toward the future. Where do you see your path taking you
from here? Are you content enough to relegate yourself to a bunch of
dusty old books, or do you think you may seek out companionship
again?

It’s
hard to say right now. I’ve always found comfort in books of all
sorts. They bring me a certain amount of peace. I will say, however,
that I don’t think I’m going to be actively seeking out anything
or anyone for a long time. And now that you know where I’ve been
keeping myself, I’ll be moving again shortly.

I
take it you prefer anonymity as opposed to the celebrity your
accomplishments have earned you?

Most
definitely. I am uncomfortable with large amounts of attention. I
prefer solitude.

As
you have already mentioned. I wonder then, why you would join on with
the Chosen in the first place. You had to know it would bring you the
unwanted attention so you doggedly try to avoid.

They
needed my help. I’ve known Sable for centuries and when he
approached me, I felt like I had to—no needed
to help. And I owed it to Angelo for helping me once before in the
past. People don’t believe that all that transpired between the
three of us wasn’t done out of malice or simple cruelty. It was
completely unexpected and I do sincerely regret the manner in which
it occurred.

In
speaking separately with both Erin and Angelo, they stated that
everything has been forgiven. Do you get that same sense from them? I
understand you chose to contact them to offer your apologies.

I
did. And I do believe apologies were accepted and forgiveness is in
the works.

It
sounds as though you have everything tied up nicely now. Is that
truly the way of things, or merely what you wish for others to see?

Physically
speaking, yes it has been tied up beautifully. Emotionally. . . .
Well, that’s a different story and only time can truly tell.

Profoundly
put. Shall we leave this interview at that then?

Do
you promise to leave me be? I’m telling you now, Dr. Church, this
will be the last interview you gain from me. If you have any further
questions I suggest you ask them now.

I
give you my word, but add one caveat. I have yet to reach Angie for
an interview. Being that you have no personal attachments where she
is concerned, and given your insightful nature, might I request your
educated opinion in that matter if the situation warrants?

My
educational advice? Tread lightly, Dr. Church. She is in a delicate
state. Plus, out of all of us, she is the one who is likely to rip
you to shreds. . . .

**chuckles**
So I gather from popular opinion. Well, then let me offer you my
thanks for taking the time to delve into recent events I know still
trouble you. I greatly appreciate it.

Have
a good night.