a) The only weapon of offense/defense is ones free will of choice.

b) A suggested narrative can only "hit" if one willingly consents to it, hence taking the hit.

c) Reality moves perceivable sound; fiction tempts one to hold onto suggested words. Using words to distract from sound implies spell-craft.

d) Sound was silent before words can be shaped into noise...

• People talking without speaking
• People hearing without listening
• No one dared...disturb the sound of silence