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[boundbytreason]

[ Caster chose the occupation of Greeter for various reasons, but it certainly took up quite a bit of time. In-between showing the Newcomers their temporary lodgings and explaining how Siren’s Port worked, she didn’t have very many moments to spare for her NetVice. As a result, she devised a simple remedy of addressing various matters in a single

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[doeswhathewants]

Thanksgiving? Isn't that an American thing?

[boundbytreason]

It is, and Canadian. Since Canada is closest to where the island is, most people in Siren's Port celebrated it on the second Monday of October, which is the respective Canadian tradition. But Thanksgiving in America is on the 24th of November, which I've noticed is the home of some of the arrivals here.

But for you, it doesn't sound like you come from America. Where are you from?

[doeswhathewants]

France. Land of wine and culture.

And they celebrate by eating? I could make a very ethnocentric comment right now, but I shall refrain because some of the Americans I met are fairly nice.

Are you American? or Canadian?

[boundbytreason]

[ A soft chuckle. ]

Neither, actually. Japanese.

I actually heard about the holiday of Thanskgiving from word of the mouth, so I was curious on other's thoughts on it. I was thinking of celebrating it, since I thought it was a good way to make everyone feel closer and lighten the atmosphere. Going around a table and saying what you're thankful for...it's not a bad way to forget about your troubles and focus on the good for a moment, don't you think?

[doeswhathewants]

I suppose. If you enjoy that sort of thing.

I guess you know a lot of people, huh? Been here a while?

[boundbytreason]

A little less than two months, actually. I don't know that many people beyond acquaintances, but Thanksgiving isn't just about who you're familiar with. If I'm not mistaken, American history details the Pilgrims celebrating with the Native Americans, both of whom were foreigners to each other. It's a time for forging new bonds and making peace.

So, what would you say if I were to invite you to a Thanksgiving dinner? I was thinking of holding one for the occasion.

[doeswhathewants]

I thought the Americans ended up killing and enslaving most of the Indians?

But, I would say yes if you invited me. And... Sorry for being suspicious of you before.

Should I bring some wine? I'm sure I could nick a bottle before then.

[boundbytreason]

Unfortunately, that is how it ended, but I would hope that wasn't their initial motive during their celebration of Thanksgiving. [ Although, quite frankly, she wouldn't be surprised. ]

If you would like to bring some, it would certainly be more than welcome. But I don't know how many people would actually be able to have a drink. [ The other guests wouldn't all be over eighteen, and she didn't even know exactly how old he was. ]

[ Then, she adds reassuringly, in reference to his apology: ] And don't worry about that. It's good to keep your senses sharp, especially when there are some dangerous people in the City.

[doeswhathewants]

Oh right, that pesky drinking age. I consider it more a suggestion, really. [He's a mature thirteen.]

It's good to keep your senses sharp anywhere. There's not just bad guys in this place, after all!

[boundbytreason]

[ In audio feed, it's impossible to tell, but there's melancholic sympathy in the curve of her smile now. A young boy like him shouldn't have to concern himself with those matters. It inadvertently softens her voice once more when she speaks. ]

That is true, unfortunately.

So, I will be sure to text you the location and time. [ As brave as Miss Ella was, it was better safe than sorry. Keeping her address away from the public network was for the best. ]

[doeswhathewants]

I'll look for it, then.

Thank you.