stuff and things

[wisper]

Uh, no, it's not exactly what I'd expect, as far as animal representations of the soul go, but -- alright. I can see where you're coming from. I have to say I was on team one-and-a-half ants, personally, but I'll take this little guy gracefully.

So -- things look pretty good. Just in time for the grind, too, which, ah -- I hope won't grind too hard. I'm glad to know where I'm settled, now; it's a good place. Lots of roots in magic, lots of -- ah. Students. -- Alright, lots of business. Kids and their coffee and books, right? You keep me going until tourist season.

I think things will work out if you take them slowly. Don't worry about me, it's going fine.

F

Comments

[wisper]

I think that's the key to it: confidence. To a lot of things, actually, although I guess expecting the worst kind of... applies, for that place. Maybe preparing for the worst would be the better thing to do.

[jetblacksocool]

No maybe about that, Maclaren. The worst is a sure thing as far as I can see. [He points to the eyepatch.] Don't be fooled, I can still see pretty far.

[wisper]

I meant in lieu of expecting. But, ah -- that's some advice I'd be happy to take. Rumour is you're fairly reliable in that department.

[jetblacksocool]

Fact is I'm fairly reliable in all departments. At least I try to be.

There's really no way to prepare for what you're getting yourself into. Just stay sharp and burn bright. Use what you've got. [Those special skills of yours, Finn.]

[wisper]

[ It's so WEIRD in metaland where people know this stuff. Uncomfortable! ] Thanks. I plan to.

[jetblacksocool]

[He understands the discomfort. Killjoys are a secretive bunch.]

Calm yourself, Sunshine, just trying to show my support. No harm meant. No ill intentions.

[wisper]

Oh, no, it's fine. It's appreciated. Just not something I often get to acknowledge.

[jetblacksocool]

You've got friends that know, right? Back home? That's your crew. As long as someone knows your secrets somewhere, helps hold all that weight, it's easier to keep your head down and your mouth shut in a new place. Around here, I'll help with the weight.

[wisper]

Your crew must be glad to have you to rely on.