As Beatrice's words fell, Matilda remained silent.
"Cast aside your emotions, my daughter. Immerse your soul in supreme rationality. That is the most perfect gift and blessing God has left for mankind. Humanity has no need to yearn for more miracles, for human reason is the greatest miracle of all.
My daughter, perfect rationality will make you stronger, even in this world ruled by men." Beatrice hugged Matilda's shoulders and whispered in her ear.
"You don't need to remind me of that." Matilda pulled away from Beatrice. "I have remained rational. I have been, from the beginning until now. Even more so than you.
Do not place expectations on a stranger. One should not have unnecessary fantasies about him. Instead, one should try to see him as the worst of men and prepare for every worst-case scenario.
Would you dare say that is not rational?"
