Kagato’s simulation had been running for nearly twenty-four hours subjective time, and even a perfect hologram has limits. “Professor, we’ve collected every variable that we can, and set every parameter.” He carefully schooled his voice not to show his impatience. “The only thing left is to roll forward with the simulations ( Read more... )

The problem with Ryoko had taken over Washuu's mind. No, she corrects herself, the problem between her and Ryoko. How had she gone from almost totally ignoring her daughter to belittling her every action? Why wasn't the issue right now. The real problem was what to do about it.
( Conversation with a dead man )

Ryoko didn't think she'd ever spent two days alone with Washuu in her entire life. Even the time Washuu had her strung up in the lab, she'd been alone. This would probably be a bit awkward.
( Reconnection...or not. )