"Is it? Contrary to popular belief, every life matters." And that is a firm core belief of his. Even though most around here would also disagree.
Julian is careful to keep his voice loud enough for Garak, but only Garak.
"And Mr. Garak I have never denied service to anyone that requires it. There are simply more people outside of the Volary than in it, hence why you see me here, and not closer there. Also, a counterpoint--" This time he leans in and ensures his voice is lower. "If all the Congregation fell ill and there was no doctor around, who would Parliament exert influence over?" This is quite a dicey conversation with someone Julian is 99.9% sure is a shrike, but they've had this kind of antagonistic, yet...friendly? banter before and Julian hasn't been arrested yet.
Perhaps Garak was only biding his time. Julian certainly doesn't think Garak knows for sure he's a Kestrel. He leans back in his chair again, taking a large sip from his glass and watching Garak's expression.
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Julian is careful to keep his voice loud enough for Garak, but only Garak.
"And Mr. Garak I have never denied service to anyone that requires it. There are simply more people outside of the Volary than in it, hence why you see me here, and not closer there. Also, a counterpoint--" This time he leans in and ensures his voice is lower. "If all the Congregation fell ill and there was no doctor around, who would Parliament exert influence over?" This is quite a dicey conversation with someone Julian is 99.9% sure is a shrike, but they've had this kind of antagonistic, yet...friendly? banter before and Julian hasn't been arrested yet.
Perhaps Garak was only biding his time. Julian certainly doesn't think Garak knows for sure he's a Kestrel. He leans back in his chair again, taking a large sip from his glass and watching Garak's expression.