“Your religion places a lot of import on purpose, am I right? On each person finding the best way they can contribute to the whole?” Dex nodded again. “We teach that purpose doesn’t come from the gods but from ourselves. That the gods can show us good resources and good ideas, but the work and the choice—especially the choice—is our own. Deciding on your purpose is one of the most valuable things there is.” “And that purpose can change, yes?” “Absolutely. You’re never stuck.” “Just as you changed vocations.” “Right.” Dex shook their head. “It took so much work, and it was so intimidating at
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