first feather; video → text

[cagedowner]

[ the communicator clicks on to the video function, showing the owner of the communicator who seems oblivious to the camera rolling. He’s barefoot, and sitting on top of the old slide in the park, with a kiseru in hand (still lit) ]Did I fall asleep while waiting for Doumeki to bring the whisky? I hope I haven’t dropped the kiseru again. It would

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[audio]

[arcanacabana]

So you're the infamous one.

[audio]

[cagedowner]

Am I?

[audio]

[arcanacabana]

Perhaps an ill word, but her version of 'fondness' is to sound exasperated I've learned.

[audio]

[cagedowner]

She's talked about me?

[audio]

[arcanacabana]

I couldn't say I know your name.

[audio]

[cagedowner]

But enough to recognize me as the person.

[audio]

[arcanacabana]

I'm fairly observant.

[audio]

[cagedowner]

Apparently so.

[audio]

[arcanacabana]

Likewise I assume she's already found you and if she isn't necessarily being cooperative you've certainly gotten the general idea of this place by now.

But if you have any questions feel free.

[audio]

[cagedowner]

Different dimension, scientists, people taken from their worlds, survival style of living, and monsters.

Is there anything else I should keep note of?

[audio]

[arcanacabana]

I'm surprised you failed to mention the chips.

[audio]

[cagedowner]

Chips?

[audio]

[arcanacabana]

Devices implanted within the body to keep residents from displaying or using unusual powers and abilities.

[audio]

[cagedowner]

[ so that's why... ]

That is very useful information. Thank you.

[audio]

[arcanacabana]

You're welcome.

[audio]

[cagedowner]

...May I ask your relationship with her? A friend or...?