001. [Voice.]
[There is a bit of static, and then a little... hmm.]
I've had a most interesting day.
[The voice is deep, smooth. Mellifluous. And soft, too. Almost gentle.]
In a certain way, you could say that any new landscape makes for an interesting experience. Still, this one is particularly fascinating. From my perspective, of course.
Should I expect a welcoming committee, now?
[...and if there is a touch of irritation beneath that composed tone, it would be detectable mainly to those who know it best. In other words... Greetings to thee, oh Gotei 13. He's sure you recognize him, because he certainly recognizes you.]
[In fact, you could say he's been recognizing you for weeks.]
[He taps the microphone, just once.]
[A Forge, they call it. He knows that, like he knows the name of every one of his former colleagues here, and the location - and often the name! - of most notable alien powers, too. He's been taking notes, you see. In his head, that is. If there's one thing he knows how to do, it's leave no evidence.]
Such a charming little device. It reminds me of home.
[And then... Private to Gin. Because everyone knew it was coming.]
Always shadowing my footsteps. How very convenient.
Have you been settling well, Gin?
I've had a most interesting day.
[The voice is deep, smooth. Mellifluous. And soft, too. Almost gentle.]
In a certain way, you could say that any new landscape makes for an interesting experience. Still, this one is particularly fascinating. From my perspective, of course.
Should I expect a welcoming committee, now?
[...and if there is a touch of irritation beneath that composed tone, it would be detectable mainly to those who know it best. In other words... Greetings to thee, oh Gotei 13. He's sure you recognize him, because he certainly recognizes you.]
[In fact, you could say he's been recognizing you for weeks.]
[He taps the microphone, just once.]
[A Forge, they call it. He knows that, like he knows the name of every one of his former colleagues here, and the location - and often the name! - of most notable alien powers, too. He's been taking notes, you see. In his head, that is. If there's one thing he knows how to do, it's leave no evidence.]
Such a charming little device. It reminds me of home.
[And then... Private to Gin. Because everyone knew it was coming.]
Always shadowing my footsteps. How very convenient.
Have you been settling well, Gin?