2nd ❄ [video]

[persical]

[Claire's face appears a bit too close to the mirror, and slightly shadowed, as if she were leaning over it before it appeared. She pulls back, a little startled.]

Oh! There we go.

[she seems to be standing with a multitude of flowers at her back, recognizable to those who've seen it as the memorial garden Epsilon made. There are several docile

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[recalls]

( Here's Vanille, smiling as usual. Did she hear someone say they need a place to stay? WELL SHE DID JUST BUILD A HOUSE~ )

You could stay with me, and my friends!

[persical]

[she'd wave, but her hands are full. That smile does make her brighten, though.]

Oh! That's very kind of you. My name is Claire--Claire Bennett. Pleased to meet you.

[recalls]

( It's okay, Vanille will wave enough for like a million people. )

My name's Vanille! ( She leans forward, clasping her hands in front of her. ) It's nice to meet you, too!

( She straightens up, swings her arms back. ) Now, where are you? I can come find you - show you the way?

[persical]

That would be helpful--this place is a bit bigger than anything I'm used to. There are lots of colorful flowers here, and statues...does that sound familiar?

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[c_zacatechichi]

[What a pretty kitty o3o]

My home is very small, not much room for a guest, but I would gladly have you, if you have nowhere to sleep.

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[persical]

[you are quite pretty yourself miss Fela *o*]

You're too kind. I may have found a place, but I could certainly visit, if you'd like that.

[she smiles.]

My name is Claire Bennett. I'm pleased to meet you.

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[c_zacatechichi]

Hello, I'm Fela. Have you just arrived?

[She is all smiles.]

Either way I would love to have you visit, there are some lovely teas I can make from the flowers here. I do enjoy sharing them.

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[persical]

Yes, only a few days ago. This place is unlike anything I've ever seen before.

That sounds wonderful! I haven't had tea in quite some time now.

[tasercopter]

I've got an apartment, if you want to hang out.

I don't have anyone to clean it. [She sounds slightly wistful.] Are you a good cook?

[persical]

[she can't help laughing a little.]

Not better than my mother, but I'll certainly cook for you, if you'd like.

[tasercopter]

[Reno brightens.] Really? Thanks, Kitty. I'm sick of eating stuff I find lying around.

[persical]

That's no good! You've got to look after yourself by eating properly. I can teach you how to cook.

[notvitiligo]

I don't think we really need that kind of stuff done at my place, but you're free to crash at the fortress for a while if you still need something. There's plenty of room.

[persical]

A fortress? This place really does have everything.

[she smiles warmly.]

So many people have offered to help so far...it's heartening. I'll consider your offer, miss. Thank you.

[notvitiligo]

Whatever anyone decides to build, anyway.

No problem. Most of the people here seem pretty cool. There's a few jerks around, but...

[persical]

Build? Are there tools around? A house seems like a daunting task without them...

[action, if that's all right!]

[lovelikelight]

Hello. [Epsilon spends a fair amount of time near her garden when not busy helping others or ensuring that no one needs her help. She looks slightly weary, drained by the ordeal with the robots and her attempts to help Dot, but she smiles as she approaches along one of the paths through the flowers.]

I couldn't help overhearing you, and though I don't have a residence of my own, I'm sure you won't have any trouble finding somewhere to stay. There are many vacant residences, as well as many hospitable people here.

May I help you with that? [She nods toward Claire's burden.]

[sure thing!]

[persical]

[she turns and dips in an approximation of a curtsy, the best she can do with her hands occupied.]

I did see many houses, but I wasn't sure if they were occupied or not, and I wouldn't want to intrude.

Thank you, miss. I'd like to find a safe place to put it for now...it doesn't belong to me, and I want to return it in good condition.

[action, then!]

[lovelikelight]

[She returns the curtsy with a polite bow of her own.]

Several of the homes here are communal residences that anyone is welcome to live in, but I can understand why you'd be reluctant. It isn't immediately clear which ones are open and which are private homes. Would you like me to show you to the public residences, or did someone offer you a place to stay?

I'm sure any home would have somewhere you could store it safely. This garden-- [She gestures to the tall flowers and statues surrounding them] --is the closest thing to a residence I have. I'm afraid there's no good place for clothes here, but I could help you carry them for the time being.

[action, then!]

[persical]

I seem to have gotten an offer, yes. But thank you.

Oh, this is your garden? It's lovely.