[Gilgamesh looks more curious than affronted, hearing Aslan's reply. What compensation existed beyond his reach, what treasure did he not already count in his endless vault? If Aslan saw Enkidu, he must've seen him past the Gate, too. He must've known that he was the King of Heroes, the highest king of humanity, therefore...
No. It was likely just as he said. Their natures were very different, perhaps beyond reconciliation. Even so, Gilgamesh is stubborn, and all but asks for Aslan to repeat what he will not repeat:]
You long for no treasure? No amount of coin or company might please you, no drink might sate your thirst?
[No greater the loss for him, if he doesn't have to give anything to assure compliance, but Gilgamesh can't wrap his mind around the concept. How can you live life without wanting?]
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No. It was likely just as he said. Their natures were very different, perhaps beyond reconciliation. Even so, Gilgamesh is stubborn, and all but asks for Aslan to repeat what he will not repeat:]
You long for no treasure? No amount of coin or company might please you, no drink might sate your thirst?
[No greater the loss for him, if he doesn't have to give anything to assure compliance, but Gilgamesh can't wrap his mind around the concept. How can you live life without wanting?]