7th Cycle [voice -> video]

[contract_this]

U-Um... hello. Can anybody hear me?

[whoever this person is couldn't sound any more meek, or frail.]

My name is Akemi H-Homura. I was supposed to start school today, b-but I've... gotten lost.

Could anybody, umm, please tell me how to get back? I-I'm already late and-

[at this point, she looses her grip on the device. the fall causes the video

Comments

[barrierjacket]

I apologize, but there's no way 'back' as of now. At least, not purposefully.

[contract_this]

N-No way back? But that's...

What am I going to do? I-I don't... want to be here.

[barrierjacket]

I'm really sorry, but you'll have to hang on for now. If you need help, I'd gladly do so.

[contract_this]

W-What am I supposed to do?

Someone like me... i-isn't good for much.

[barrierjacket]

... That's not true. It can't possibly be.

[contract_this]

Why do y-you say that...?

[barrierjacket]

Because everyone has their own strength.

[contract_this]

I... don't have anything like that. There's no way...

[barrierjacket]

It doesn't have to be literal strength, you know.

[contract_this]

W-What kind of strength could I possible have...?

[barrierjacket]

I'm not sure, but it's something for you to find out.