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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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[ochitashinigami]

Hello, Caster. I see I'm not the only one lucky enough to have you there when they arrived. I'm glad.

I'm not out of bed yet, but I will be soon. When I am up and exploring, a coat would come in handy.

As long as you have some left over.

[boundbytreason]

[ Lucky? ] Oh, now, you're embarrassing me. But thank you. It is kind of you to say. [ Even though she considered anyone meeting her far from lucky. ]

[ She chuckles lightly. ] It's funny that you should say that. I actually bought one just for you, since I noticed that your clothes were ruined. I'll bring it over with lunch this afternoon, then.

And whenever you are well, I can give you a tour of the city, if you'd like.

[ochitashinigami]

Ah, well thank you. Yes, I suppose my clothes are rather worse for wear. [He laughs awkwardly.]

I'll find a way to repay you. I'll find a way. I'm not staying, but if you want to give me a tour, it could be useful. I'm improving, but give me another day or two.

[boundbytreason]

[ While unseen in audio feed, Caster's smile gains a sad edge to it. 'I'm not staying.' How many times has she heard other people say it? How many times has she hoped that was true for herself? Yet, when she speaks again, it's with the same gentle voice. ]

When that time comes, I'll point out which sections belong to AGI and SERO. Unless you affiliate with one of them, they'll be...decidedly aggressive to try and convince you to join.

Oh, by the way, are you interested in searching for a job? I know you said that you won't be staying, but in the meantime, you'll need a way to pay the bills. The Tower Apartments only give you residency free for one month.

[ochitashinigami]

Oh, yeah. I remember them from my pamphlets. Affiliation? No. I need no ties here. They can try, but I'm not really worried about that.

[Staying a month sounds impossible. Surely he won't be stuck that long. But... everyone else has been here for ages, even shinigami like him. So... maybe...]

Maybe I should see if I can't find something. Just in case.

[boundbytreason]

Hmm...I don't know if I ever told you this, but some people believe that our purpose for being here is to remove the natives' fear and discrimination of us. There's a Newcomer Political Party here, who's dedicated to giving other arrivals like us more footing and better rights in the city. Right now, the only jobs available there would be filing papers, keeping the place clean, and being there for meetings, but it's still a way to contribute, if you're interested.

Finding a job while staying neutral is difficult but not impossible. You could also find work at the restaurant, Cat's Eye. I personally know the owner there to be a kind man. There's also a news network for Newcomers, if you prefer work in that field.

[ochitashinigami]

It's all very interesting, and I thank you for the information. But, I won't be here long enough to make those kinds of ties. I'm glad to know about it, don't get me wrong. My aim is to get back, not get involved.

[The thought makes him chuckle, a god of death waiting tables.] At a restaurant?

[boundbytreason]

Well, if that doesn't suit you for a temporary job, there are plenty of other venues. Did you have a job back at home?