Satoru:	So once again we're back to the theme of centering and moderation.
Melissa:	That sounds like a comfortable, middle-of-the-road philosophy.
Liao:	That's not what true centering is about. I think the author is talking about a level beyond mere compromise.
Melissa:	How would you know that?
Liao:	(after gazing at Melissa) What good are words when people have already reached a decision?