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I cannot say much good about winter, and I never did care much for it. But the one good thing about it is that, while you're staying warm indoors, you might as well get an early start on spring cleaning.

Should anyone also require services regarding clean-up of living quarters, whether for yourself or someone else, you may use mine or my co-workers' services to help. Please do contact me for further details.



I have gone out for a walk. Should anything happen, I will let you know immediately. I will be back soon.

--Tatsumi

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[omnomcinnabon]

[Well, he was going to wish him a happy birthday, but reading his message really let the wind out of his sails.]

Hey. Where are you right now?

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Is something wrong? You shouldn't have to worry about me, but if something has happened, I can be back there very soon.

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[omnomcinnabon]

Nothing's wrong.

I just wanted to take the walk with you.

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Very well. I'll forward you the coordinates and directions.

[ A moment later, you've got them! ]

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[angel_of_death]

I didn't realize you had so many skills.

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Everyone has more than one skill. And though cleaning and reclamation might be exhausting, anyone can do it.

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[angel_of_death]

Here you are, making me think back to that kid and the mop. How are you doing these days?

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[bloomingsavior]

[ Hmm, this is going to be tough. That's not really the right mood for wishing someone a happy birthday... Maybe she can segue though? ]

It's really a shame things became like this. I haven't been around Exsilium too long, but I was raised on Earth so it's hard to take in everything that's happened here. If I could, I'd wave my hand and undo all this damage. I don't think even my magic is strong enough to do that though.

Still, I can always help more than I am already. So I guess if your friends or anyone else needs more help, I wouldn't mind if you offered my name! I'm Bloom, by the way.

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It must be a shock to learn all of what has happened here in the future. I assume you're not from this time, that is.

I may one day take you up on your offer. My name is Seiichirou Tatsumi. It's nice to meet you.

[bloomingsavior]

It did take a while to get used to the idea of Earth becoming a frozen wasteland, but unfortunately this isn't the first planet I've come across that was like this. I'm not sure if this is my Earth or not, I know it isn't my time, but I still think about what the Earth used to be and how beautiful it was. I can't stand the idea of my home becoming like this, and once I go back I'll make sure it doesn't happen!

For now though, I've just got to try my best and help out this version of Earth. Which is why I want to help out, I'm thinking maybe I should say that a little more publicly though. It couldn't hurt, right?

Oh! And it's nice to meet you too, Seiichirou. And happy birthday!

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[scienceinacan]

Thoughtful about getting old another year, Tatsumi?

[ Being more of an old man? He obviously just says this to joke a little... ]

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Perhaps. Although it doesn't matter too much, does it?

[scienceinacan]

Happy Birthday!! ♥

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[deathofempathy]

I suppose cleaning is necessary to avoid us getting sick. Or, attempt to prevent it in any case.

In any case, enjoy your walk, Tatsumi-san. And happy birthday.

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[ A minute or two's delay later... ]

I don't know how one can possibly be able to think in disarray, as it is.

In any case, thank you. Should you need anything, let me know. I should be back soon.

[deathofempathy]

Evidently, some people can. Somehow. Though I like to think I've trained Tsuzuki to be at least a bit tidier.

I will. Don't worry about us, we're fine.

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[maddeninghatter]

Hi hiiiii~!

[ He doesn't know this fellow at all, but he has been monitoring the network, ergo: ]

I've got a birthday present for yooou!

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--Beg pardon?

[maddeninghatter]

A birthday present! In the form of a cleaning job. It's a big job. Are you up for it, do you think?

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[hashtagyolt]

You've revised your offerings. Probably for the best, really.

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For the time being, yes. Should anything else arise that might need assistance, I'm sure somehow my co-workers and myself can help.

[hashtagyolt]

I'm more commenting than complaining, for the record.

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Have you ever taught teenagers to be good at cleaning?

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I have not. However, I have taught an unruly older man to keep his collar clean during a meal. Why do you ask, if I might ask you that?

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[selfequipped]

I have a group of fourteen-year-olds who could learn some valuable lessons, and while I'm a great teacher, I might not be at this.