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I've heard the word 'Christmas' used several times this week on the network already. It sounds like a holiday of sorts. Do we really have the luxury of such a distraction, right now?

- Zeref

[ He already knows full well what kind of reaction he's liable to get from certain people from his world (and others) for even suggesting skipping an opportunity for some kind of happy celebration, but he's asking anyway. ]

Flat | Top-Level Comments Only

Speaking as someone who initially lacked cultural context for the holiday but has since become a consistent celebrant: Yes, Christmas is a holiday. It occurs on December 25th of the human calendar annually. The primary activity is an exchange of gifts with peers. There may also be a party with various arbitrary accessories that are considered appropriate for the season.

As to whether a distraction of such a nature can be afforded? That depends on your point of view. We would all appreciate it if, instead of rejoicing on this day, you instead embarked upon a mission that returned us to Earth with one trillion marques as our new military budget, and I would love to hear about it so I could assist you in any way possible. If, however, as is astronomically more likely, you have not been particularly productive, especially beyond procuring supplies for persistent sustenance, observing Christmas is not going to dramatically alter your operation. And on the warfront, we have at least recently made the progress of reversing the radioactive effects of the nuclear bombing, which is certainly worth celebrating if you ask me.

[ Well, that's an extremely convoluted answer. But he'll humor Kanaya anyway. ]

I have gone on missions. I'm hesitant to take part in combat missions, however. I would hate to be forced to use my magic. Nothing good ever happens as a result.

[ Gifts, huh... he wonders whatever happened to the imp he gave Lucy as a pet. He's Zeref, he isn't sure what to give someone as a gift, even if they're someone like Lucy who has been needlessly and uncharacteristically kind to him, despite knowing full well who he is and what he's responsible for. ]

There Is A Distinction Between Nonviolent And Nonsupply
If Anything Means Other Than The Mundane Are More Risky As They Are Harder To Conceal

The United Earth are undeniably evil. They deserve to be punished. And yet, all I am capable of is destruction and death. People like the United Earth, are what have lead to the existence of people like me.

But, I've already ruined one world. If I were to take action in this world, the result would almost certainly be the same.

[Staring at her tablet]

Ok That Is Quite A Troublesome Situation For Which I Offer My Condolences
That Said
I Do Not Think You Are Speaking Or Rather Typing Entirely Literally
To Be Serious Albeit Pedantic I Know Theres Clerical Work You Could Possibly Do

I can't fully control my magic.

[ Not all of the time, anyway. The only way he can control his magic is when he is intentionally trying to kill someone, or something. ]

What kind?

[She has no idea what kind of magic this is but it is at least fairly imaginable to her at this point so okay clear and present danger to others accepted]

Well If You Cant Guarantee The Safety Of Being In The Presence Of Others
At Least You Have Been Proactive As Concerns Finding Ways To Interact With Us Regardless
You Could Ask The AI For Guidance On Where To Start As It Is Another Proud Telecommuter
Alternately There Are Plenty Of Databases Accessible If Youd Like To Start Working On Research From Those Or Even Just For Your Own Education Rather Than Employment
Pretty Much All Of Our Clerical Workers Are Dead Now So You Would Certainly Have Your Pick Of Topics

Lucy Heartfilia of Fairy Tail was kind to me despite knowing who I am. She wanted me to try talking to others over this device. I owed her that, at least.

I know very little about the technology of this world. It's more advanced than the technology of my own world, and doesn't appear to rely on magic.

That Is Definitely One Way To Describe Our Technology
Here Ive Adapted One Of The Guides Though Its A Little Outdated

[This follows -- an adaptation of, as aforementioned, old job information interspersed with Kanaya's comments.]

Fine.

[ Zeref opens another tab, and begins reading. Mission transcription... that seems most feasible for someone who knows nothing about earth history, and who isn't exactly a scientist or mechanic. ]

What do you know about writing mission transcripts?

Well Its Not Too Hard
There Are Some Scripts To Help Identify Documents Of Likely Interest
I Can Find A Few Examples If You Want

[Though they will come from exsiliumooc mission pages so not even making pretend links for those]

That would be appreciated.

[This is where the examples go! They are half a dozen in number and nicely diverse; two supply runs, two information-gathering missions, one combat mission, and one large heist mission.]

[ reading intensifies ]

I see. I think I could possibly do this.

I Hope You Enjoy It
And If Christmas Comes Around Maybe It Will Not Be So Bad After All

I know next to nothing about it.

At Least If A Catastrophe Does Occur
You Wont Be Disappointed

The fact that the Initiative can resurrect the dead doesn't provide much comfort.

It Shouldnt
You Are Right To Not Rely On That Possibility

It means that I can't die here, either.

Well You Have To Admit In The Vast Majority Of Cases It Is A Tactical Advantage
Dont You

Not if you want to die.

That Would Fall Outside The Range Of The Vast Majority Of Cases

I am aware of that. But it's necessary for the sake of my own world.

Is Hermitage Really So Far-Fetched An Option

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