Jul 06, 2006 15:31
M wasn't new to the Nexus. In fact, he's been there for twenty-seven years.
Someone who was observant would notice that they've seen him around. Someone who was very observant would notice that he has always been there. He's never been out. For all of his life.
He held his backpack, his whole world, tightly in one hand. He was in need of a wash, and his stomach growled.
"Who do you matter to?" he asked quietly. His voice was unthreatening and unyeilding, not a challenge.
((I've gotta go soon, but I'll check tomorrow.))