17 (video)
[It’s still dark outside; Franziska’s sitting inside her apartment with the curtains drawn, whip coiled on her lap and a cup of coffee in her hand. The area immediately visible in the screen is clear of any mess, but there’s just something about Franziska’s very posture that makes her seem very tired.
It’s just as well that no-one can see her eyes; she’s wearing sunglasses inside, over her eyes this time instead of just on her head.]
Good morning, Siren’s Port. [Who cared if it the sun hadn’t risen yet? She takes a sip of her coffee.]
For those of you whom I’ve yet to introduce myself to, my name is Franziska von Karma. I teach at Siren’s Port University as well as administrate the Newcomer Fund. Incidentally, if you’ve any questions about that, it would be in your best interest to contact me directly.
Anyway, raising awareness of the Fund’s existence isn’t the point of today’s broadcast. Actually, this morning, I have a question to ask you all.
[The corner of her mouth curls slightly, and with her spare hand, she holds up one finger and wags it.]
Just one - well, one and a half -- this time. About a topic that’s been a recurring issue lately, if you’ve been paying any attention to either the news or the broadcasts on this very network.
Vigilantism. What do you believe to be the primary motivation for individuals or associated groups to take the administration of justice into their own hands, and do you think that they should?
I’m very interested in hearing all of your opinions. [Even if she doesn’t agree, and she feels that for the most part, she probably won’t.] I, of course, have opinions of my own, but I’d like to hear yours first.
[She reaches out for her NV with her spare hand, as though about to turn it off, when she abruptly adds --]
Ah, and if anyone desires recommendations as to where to find the best grilled burgers in this city, I’d be more than willing to provide them.
It’s just as well that no-one can see her eyes; she’s wearing sunglasses inside, over her eyes this time instead of just on her head.]
Good morning, Siren’s Port. [Who cared if it the sun hadn’t risen yet? She takes a sip of her coffee.]
For those of you whom I’ve yet to introduce myself to, my name is Franziska von Karma. I teach at Siren’s Port University as well as administrate the Newcomer Fund. Incidentally, if you’ve any questions about that, it would be in your best interest to contact me directly.
Anyway, raising awareness of the Fund’s existence isn’t the point of today’s broadcast. Actually, this morning, I have a question to ask you all.
[The corner of her mouth curls slightly, and with her spare hand, she holds up one finger and wags it.]
Just one - well, one and a half -- this time. About a topic that’s been a recurring issue lately, if you’ve been paying any attention to either the news or the broadcasts on this very network.
Vigilantism. What do you believe to be the primary motivation for individuals or associated groups to take the administration of justice into their own hands, and do you think that they should?
I’m very interested in hearing all of your opinions. [Even if she doesn’t agree, and she feels that for the most part, she probably won’t.] I, of course, have opinions of my own, but I’d like to hear yours first.
[She reaches out for her NV with her spare hand, as though about to turn it off, when she abruptly adds --]
Ah, and if anyone desires recommendations as to where to find the best grilled burgers in this city, I’d be more than willing to provide them.