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A Consideration to the Demon Crowley,
I have told you that I did not think it possible for you to do good. It may be true, but upon further consideration I should not have said it. I wasn't trying to be unkind to you, and am not certain you saw it as such. To me it seemed just an obvious fact.
When you returned a similar sentiment with regards to me doing good it dawned on me that those words reassured me. It was a kindness that I was surprised by. I could not help but wonder if my words had any impact on you. Though I know given your, how do I put it, purpose, you likely have little concern for the opinions of angels.
I think, perhaps, that is why I did not mention that it is not your fault. I failed to remind you that you have no more free will than I. I neglected to say that perhaps the whole reason that the young couple could eat the forbidden fruit is so that they have the freedom to choose. Unlike us. As I follow the events of these humans' lives I see them make choices every day. And I regret what I said to you and also what I did not say. I can only hope that you will not be distraught by whatever role you will play in the great plan.
Most Sincerely,
The Principality Aziraphale
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A Formal Address to the Angel Aziraphale,
I was surprised by the events that transpired at Sodom and Gomorrah. I had thought that you being present would make it possible for the poor humans enslaved there to be lifted up. That the lives of the people would be bettered by your presence.
This was apparently not the plan.
The angels of heaven razed both cities to nothing. I do not understand, poor soulless being that I am, how this serves the greater good. Not only did you lose any chance of saving poor souls that had gone astray, you lost all those that were forced into situations that wanted only to do good, if only they had the opportunity. I think this would be counted for a loss on your end.
I should really thank you.
Most assuredly grateful,
Crowley