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[neveraskedforthis]

Hello. A couple things:

1 -- Are there any licensed therapists around here? Before you ask: yes, it's exactly what it sounds like, and before you volunteer like the good samaritan you are, I should probably inform you that I gave my last counselor a nervous breakdown.

So. Just figured I'd point that out. But hey, why not give it another shot, right? Even better if you know a thing or two about neurocybernetics, but that's not a must. We can work out some form of payment.

2 –- Another vending machine at the station went missing. What the hell is up with that? Whoever's doing this, are you deliberately trying to annoy me and keep me from doing more important work or what, while I'm chasing a vending machine thief. That said, we're low on staff. Go sign up if you have nothing better to do with your time, but don't touch any fucking vending machines. Unless you just want to get a drink, I guess that's okay.

3 -- Your thoughts on pursuing a serious relationship while trapped in this place. Go.

Comments

[noble_nate]

Whoever stole the second vending machine is likely the one who stole all of those other things a few months ago and then tried to resell them on the network. Regardless of whether he steals again, he needs to be found and brought to justice. I would consider that the most important work of all.

As far as pursuing a relationship while here, I see nothing wrong with doing so.

[neveraskedforthis]

Yes, I am still working on that case. Mind, it's more annoying than anything, since none of the stuff that disappeared was really valuable, but I get really grumpy if I can't have my soda.

[ How he can even write this with a straight face, it is a mystery. ]

There are too many unpredictable factors when it comes to relationships. I'm asking myself what the point of getting attached is when people can disappear at a moment's notice.

[noble_nate]

I think that can be said of relationships anywhere, though. Granted, it's a bit less predictable here than back in our own worlds, but...sometimes you can meet someone who it's worth taking a risk for.

[neveraskedforthis]

Yeah, only I'm taking a bunch of risks here. It's complicated. I wish it would be as simple as, 'we love each other and really want to be together'.