just in case you'd rather not re-read it, i think i understand what
Pierce's saying there. the first part is a mockery, he writes it
from the city of Ashtan's viewpoint, the second part being himself
he stands against it. i myself was confused the first time i read
but, thank you Perseon, i read it again. indeed it is a good post

Penned by my hand on the 23rd of Lupar, in the year 234 AF.