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[alborada]

[ The look on Sylvarie’s face could be nothing other than apprehension as she looks down at her slate resting on the floor between them, chewing her lip softly. ]

Do you think this is a good idea? Should we maybe ask the Director first? Or even Mogaruru?

[ Lean shakes his head in response, regarding Sylvarie with a slightly amused expression. ]


It’s okay. Given the circumstances, we’re doing them a favour. Press the button when you’re ready.

[ Well, could she really be ready given they have absolutely no reference for who they are dealing with other than a dislike of Comic Sans (a wise choice)? Breathing out, Sylvarie looks to Lean straight in the eyes despite the low lighting of her bedroom. ]

If anything happens to my slate, may I borrow yours? [ Either way, her finger is hovering over that button. ]

[ There’s a moment where the young man visibly hesitates, feeling uncomfortable with the notion of sharing his personal data with someone else… but seeing no other options, Lean eventually agrees.]

F-fair enough. As fair as I know, Moogles can fix anything on the spot, though. [ Either way, he’d rather hope nothing happens, commenting with a nod. ] Go on.

[ Then the real message begins and their feed goes live, in text format to start for the sake of politeness. ]

> Excuse us, um..

a2lsbGVyb2Z3b3JsZA==

We do not mean to disturb you if it is a late hour where you are. We were simply wondering if, as someone with whom we share this Linkshell, you may be willing to discuss some questions with us? Regarding the greyed names.

> We have been aware of your presence for a long while now, yet you have decided not to reveal your true self. Why? What is your purpose?

[ Lean, you are getting a Look. ]

And if this format doesn’t work for you, we may do video instead? ヽ(´o｀；

[ What? An emogi might help relax them all. ]

((ooc: though addressing killerofworlds specifically, you are welcome to threadjack and add a few questions! fellow coworkers, feel free to seek out your night owls. ))

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unlocked;

[alborada]

[ The thread being unlocked immediately was surprising, but... who was she to argue? ]

I thought it might be better to ease in slowly, I’m not sure how many are locking into this but it can be overwhelming to be asked so many questions by so many different people at once. But if you’re okay with it, we’ll keep it open. (シ_ _)シ

[ Speaking from personal experience and all! ]

I can understand how these conversations would make things less boring, there are so many different experiences out there. What sort of work do you do?

I’m sorry for the loneliness, I hadn’t realised you had been feeling that way all these months. A message from a friend when you’re alone can mean the world. （；へ；）

Re: unlocked;

[a2lsbgvyb2z3b3jsza]

You are very kind.

It doesn't really surprise me though ＼(＾▽＾)／ If more people were like you, perhaps thing could be different. It's sad in a way, I really wish your sacrifice would have changed things.

But some things never change (>_<)

[alborada]

[ It doesn’t escape her that the question about work had gone unanswered, and she is blushing about being called kind, but...

What was this about sacrifice? ]

I don’t consider watching over the outworlders a sacrifice, I chose to do what I could to protect them. Maybe they can help our world and society for the better as other outworlders have in the past.

Some have been truly kind and patient, I can’t say I regret the opportunity Sir Chandius gave me.

Maybe one could even help with the change you are implying?

[a2lsbgvyb2z3b3jsza]

That's not what I was talking about.

You don't remember yet, but you will soon. I'd forgotten too.

I remembered quite awhile ago. And then it all made sense (✿◠‿◠)

Though sometimes I wish I hadn't remembered.

[alborada]

[ Great, now she’s thinking long and hard about what she could have possibly forgotten. ]

Is it lonely, remembering something everyone has forgotten?

If we knew each other in the past, I’m sorry for forgetting you. Unless I haven’t? Σ('◉⌓◉’)

Forgive my rudeness, I’ve not even asked your name or what you want to be called by! My name is Sylvarie Aila Jue, but I understand if you’d rather use a nickname. (✿◠‿◠)

[a2lsbgvyb2z3b3jsza]

Everyone has forgotten, don't worry.

That's for the best. The day I remembered, I tried to, well.

It doesn't matter, I couldn't go through it in the end.

You're stronger though. Always have been. You'll be fine (* ^ ω ^)

[alborada]

[ That... ]

Even if I don’t remember, I can’t think I wouldn’t be saddened if you were gone. You seem to know and remember me, and offer such kind words.

I want to know you, too.

I’m not sure how to pronounce your screen name, unless you really are okay with being called ‘killerofworlds’? (･･;)

If you don’t want to provide a name, would A2 work? (・・?)

[a2lsbgvyb2z3b3jsza]

A2 is just fine v(=∩_∩=)ﾌ

Names are a bit of a hassle. They're basically words we use to try and define ourselves.

But then when you remember another name you had or when you're given a new name, who "yourself" is becomes kinda an issue.

I think you'll understand soon (✿◠‿◠)

[alborada]

I think I understand, a little?

My ‘current name’ so to speak can be a hassle to pronounce if they even do it right, or others say it is too long. So others come up with nicknames.

My favourite one would be the one my best friend calls me by, he’s the only one who does that I know of. （ ＾＾）人（＾＾ ）

And it’s better than Sylly.

I react differently to all of them.

Though I wonder how many different names for me there might be out there now. (･･;)

[a2lsbgvyb2z3b3jsza]

That's kinda it.

A lot more than you realize (-‿◦)

[alborada]

I suppose I’ll understand better soon, as you’ve said. (^-^)

[ Not that she isn’t feeling nervous about it, and she’s aware of the other conversations occurring. So a private filter is attempted again, if only briefly. ]

In the future, would it be possible to contact you privately off the Linkshell or elsewhere? Or you can message me, as you’ve mentioned you’re busy.

We can talk about whatever. ヽ(´▽｀)/

And when I start ‘remembering’ what you’ve mentioned, I want to know your thoughts

[ Whatever happened, she didn’t want to lose contact with this person. ]