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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.

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[neveraskedforthis]

Because I'm not out to accumulate lovers. I want a partner and stability; someone who I know will still be there tomorrow, and the day after that, and then when we get our normal lives back.

[aceordisgraced]

Ah.

I don't know if stability is something you'll get easily around here. I'm sorry, Adam. Take my words with a grain of salt -- a handful if you want -- but if it's stability you want, this might not be the place for it.

[neveraskedforthis]

It's the only place I have right now.

If I get sent back -- well. I will be spending my last few minutes alone, that's for sure.

[aceordisgraced]

Your last few minutes, you say?

There's no way to know, I don't think. I haven't exactly been in a serious relationship since I was in my twenties, and that turned out wonderfully. I'm not better than Chicken Soup books for you.

[neveraskedforthis]

Yes. I was drowning. It's a long story.

In that case... mind, I've only been in one long-term relationship myself, and I thought it would remain my first and last one. Sadly, things don't always turn out as you hope, which is exactly why I asked for people's opinions.

[aceordisgraced]

I'm sorry. I'm not sure what to say. [Bro how is he supposed to react to "I was drowning." Help.]

I hope you get some helpful answers then, Adam. But in the end, only you can decide. Cheesy but true, right?

[neveraskedforthis]

[ its okay dont say anything adam doesnt want to talk about it anyway ]

I suppose. I guess I'll need more time, even if I can't be sure that I'll have enough of that.

[aceordisgraced]

In that case, why waste what time you have worrying about whether you have enough time?

[neveraskedforthis]

Good point.

I guess I just worry a lot. Especially if I'm not drunk.

[aceordisgraced]

Don't worry so much or you'll grow bald. Bald patches with that face? Not too sexy.