01 ♦ Video

[observingfate]

[The tablet turns on with a steady feed, taking place somewhere near the main housing area. Huey's glancing at the screen with a friendly expression. There's no smile, but there's not a single of animosity either.]

Good day to all of you. My name is Huey Laforet, and I'm also one of the new arrivals. I'm assuming this happens quite often so I'm sorry if this introduction is a rehash of something you've heard already, but I appreciate you taking the time to watch this anyway. Hopefully, we'll be able to learn more about each other as time passes. To the other arrivals, it's nice to meet you as well despite the circumstances.

[He squints at the screen before adjusting it, making a slightly funny face as he does so.]

Is this working properly . . . ?

[He tries adjusting it again, making yet another face before finally giving up.]

Anyway, I'm trying to discover ways to pass my time here so advice on that subject matter would be appreciated. Can't waste time on this network like you can with the internet, unfortunately— Ah! But the library here is nice, isn't it? I think I'll probably spend a bit of time in there since I do enjoy reading quite a bit. Still, if you have other suggestions, I'd love to hear them. Hmmm . . .

My apologies, I don't really have much to say other than that. I suppose if you would like to contact me, you are welcome to leave a message. Otherwise, I'll see you all later.

Comments

[hyanaimne]

Wandering around aimlessly seems to be a decent past-time.

[oh, the sarcasm]

[observingfate]

Just like people watching then?

[sarcasm for your sarcasm]

[hyanaimne]

[she quirks a grin at the returned sarcasm]

My, yes. Hours of fun.

[observingfate]

Hours are still hours, however. After those hours pass, there must be something else we can do.

[hyanaimne]

You said that there is a library, yes? Why not spend time there?

[said with the air of someone who may do just that]

[observingfate]

Eventually, the number of books will run out.

[hyanaimne]

Are you saying it will not take very long?

[observingfate]

I will probably go through them faster than most of the others, yes.

[hyanaimne]

You could go on a mission, I suppose. Though personally I do not know anything about them just yet.

[observingfate]

I have no interest in them.

[hyanaimne]

Not at all?

[observingfate]

In the missions themselves, no.

[hyanaimne]

. . . I suppose I cannot blame you.

[especially since she has no interest in them either]

[observingfate]

[There's no reason to be interested in the missions when the fun stuff comes from the people running around in them.]

I'm sure something will come up that's worth watching.

[hyanaimne]

Mmm. There are a number of people here, at least; you should not get too bored if you choose to people watch.

[observingfate]

Boring, not quite the word I would use. Borderline illegal perhaps.

[hyanaimne]

Illegal?

[observingfate]

Well, it's not like the legalities of something like that matters much to me anyway.

[Considering my own personal stalker is hovering nearby.]

[hyanaimne]

Most likely not, no . . .

[observingfate]

Anyway, I suppose I should settle with the library for now.

[hyanaimne]

It is a good choice to start with.

Perhaps I will come keep you company one day. I've yet to see the library in person.

[observingfate]

I would like that very much.

[hyanaimne]

As would I.

What is your name?

[observingfate]

Huey Laforet. And yours?

[hyanaimne]

Tempest. Well met, Huey.