.005 - [ Audio ]
[The device was turned on with a small click. There was a moment's silence as the young Earl Asplund wondered how best to word his request. When he spoke, every syllable was pronounced with exquisite care.]
I would very much like to go back home now. I have some projects that I need to take care of, and my school work won't do itself.
[He frowned, looking around the place.]
I must have fallen asleep when we went out. Mother, Father, if you're there, then you know I don't appreciate joketh li - [He cut himself off. In his haste to reprimand his parents, his voice had become faster and his elocution had dropped, letting the lisp slip back into his words.
There was a momentary pause before he repeated the word with almost exaggerated care.]
Jokes.
[Another small pause.]
Therefore, I would like very much to go home. Thank you.
I would very much like to go back home now. I have some projects that I need to take care of, and my school work won't do itself.
[He frowned, looking around the place.]
I must have fallen asleep when we went out. Mother, Father, if you're there, then you know I don't appreciate joketh li - [He cut himself off. In his haste to reprimand his parents, his voice had become faster and his elocution had dropped, letting the lisp slip back into his words.
There was a momentary pause before he repeated the word with almost exaggerated care.]
Jokes.
[Another small pause.]
Therefore, I would like very much to go home. Thank you.