Obviously I've learned to live with it; it isn't something that particularly troubles me. My concern has always been more that people will... pity me, or ignore my work in favor of focusing on my past. I have been blessed with natural talent, but it would mean nothing if I hadn't honed it into the skills I use now.
[He's very prickly about his past, in other words.]
I wanted to tell you because I trust that you won't treat me differently.
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[He's quiet for a moment once that's out there.]
Obviously I've learned to live with it; it isn't something that particularly troubles me. My concern has always been more that people will... pity me, or ignore my work in favor of focusing on my past. I have been blessed with natural talent, but it would mean nothing if I hadn't honed it into the skills I use now.
[He's very prickly about his past, in other words.]
I wanted to tell you because I trust that you won't treat me differently.