voice | 001 | mutiny day two, 1734hrs

[affectate]

[And now for something completely different.

For a small amount of people, such as Elaine, the mutiny itself didn't have much in the way of meaning, honestly. The hugest inconvenience was the darkness and inoperability of the doors, now that the network was back up. To her, this didn't seem like much more than a way to waste time -- even having a vague understanding of exactly why this is happening, she doesn't quite get it. Things will be fixed faster if everyone works together, she thinks. Get over yourselves, she thinks.

Which is why she technically sides with the Initiative, but there's not much she can do if she can barely see at the moment. So anyone pro-initiative might have gotten medical supplies or crappy space food, whatever, delivered. Even if you're a mutineer this might have happened. Lack of support for the cause doesn't necessarily mean she'll bother making a distinction, after all. It's not like she'll get permanently hurt.

Is what she thought, anyway. Wherever she is at the moment, her voice is flat as usual for anyone who knows her, but her breathing is slightly rough.]

-- Ah, there it goes...

I apologise for interrupting, as we certainly do appear to be in the midst of a rather serious situation, but this is somewhat urgent. If there is anyone in possession of both ice and any amount of leeches, then I would be quite appreciative!

I am uncertain what I may be able to give you in exchange, but I would be willing to work towards any compromise that you would prefer.

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[keep_smiling]

Anything is possible. I certainly hadn't thought I'd live to see three hundred years, or see a lot of the things I've seen, or get dragged 1300 years into the future in another dimension! So you can say it can't be done. I refuse to accept it! [He grins broadly and flexes and arm. SUCH DETERMINATION.] So make sure you keep smiling and remember that for yourself as well.

[affectate]

[She just stares at him evenly with her usual smile on her face, eating her cookie. Slower this time.]

But you're already aware that what I've said is the truth, aren't you, Mr Elmer?

[keep_smiling]

Nonsense! I don't know what you're talking about. I never even heard you. What did you say? [As mature as ever, he slaps his hands over his ears, squeezes his eyes shut and starts going "LALALALALA" out loud.]

[affectate]

[Either his passionate denial goes right over her head or she just doesn't care. She just repeats herself in a clearer, louder voice. Public speaking voice.]

This is what I said! You already know that my words are the truth, don't you, Mr Elmer? Your actions in attempting to find your own smile, while commendable, are ultimately futile. If it were possible, it would have been accomplished some time ago.

Although you refuse to accept that fact, you're certainly aware of it.

[keep_smiling]

[He stops his yelling and takes his hands off his ears. His smile weakens, but he raises his arms up like a criminal caught by a cop.] Alright, you got me. But! That doesn't mean I'm conceding defeat. Smiles are, of course, the most important thing to me. Perhaps it's a goal that will take 500 years, or a thousand. I have all the time in the world to find out!

[affectate]

Why do they hold such importance to you, Mr Elmer? Your smile is not offensive the way that it is.