the tick-tock of the clock is painful [open]

[doneanddoner]

"Now this," the quantum physicist says, looking around with a nervous expression. "This ain't the Hyperion. I know the Hyperion. Windows and doors and chairs and writing, writing on the walls. My writing. This ain't the Hyperion

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[faithful_slayer]

There is a Slayer staring at Fred, openmouthed, from close to the taco stand.

Here's hoping Fred recognizes her, or this is about to get awkward.

[doneanddoner]

She is somewhat single-minded in her mission, but not distracted enough to know that someone's watching her.

"Oh! Hello," she says, eyes darting around nervously, never really focusing on Faith's face for very long.

[faithful_slayer]

....great. Doesn't know her. Okay, this will be...interesting.

"Hi," Faith says, gently. "You're Fred, right? Angel's friend?"

[doneanddoner]

"You know Angel?" Fred's expression noticeably brightens at the mention of the vampire.

"Well, I guess you could say we know each other, what with him rescuin' me and all."