[During the Dreaming, Delenn recalls a conversation with her mentor Dukhat about the Grey Council not wishing to contact the humans.]
Master, may I ask a question? Will you make contact?
No. The Council will be more determined now. I could override their decision, but nothing would be served. Authority should never be used as a club, Delenn.
But then why?
When others do a foolish thing, you should tell them it is a foolish thing. They can still continue to do it, but at least the truth is where it needs to be. They will be most upset with you now. You have embarrassed them. I apologize for that. In my anger, I believe I may have caused you more problems in the future.
No. No, Master. It was an honor.
Don't interrupt when I'm being kind. It does not happen often, Delenn. Raise your eyes and look at me.
[eyes down] It is disrespectful.
I cannot have an aide who will not look up. You will be forever walking into things.
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