Signs and symptoms of procrastination.

[ilana]

I have no need to be here. I've moved on and this will only cause him pain. Of course I'd love to see him again, meet his new friends, but there will be time for that. For now, let me leave them in peace. Let me leave him in peace.

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[ilana]

Verbally, usually not physically.

That is, until... [He joined the militia.]

[looksfine]

I see.

In my experiences together, he has employed both verbal and physical means of retaliation. But in the name of both vengeance and fairness.

[ilana]

Vengeance?

[looksfine]

Yes. Vengeance for the loss of you.

[ilana]

For me? I see.

I never wanted vengeance.

[looksfine]

But he did.

Though, strangely, in the end...he did not seek out Atrocitous.

[ilana]

What did he do?

[looksfine]

He rescued me from partial deletion.

Though I am still uncertain as to how he managed to do so, I am grateful for his assistance.

[ilana]

Were you-- what's the word-- offline at the time?

[looksfine]

No, I was fully aware of my surroundings, but immobilized. It was not a pleasant experience.

[ilana]

I see. I am glad no harm has come to you.

[looksfine]

So am I.

[ilana]

[A silence.]

Has he given up on his pursuit of vengeance, then?

[looksfine]

I do not know.

But Atrocitous has been captured and imprisoned. This could potentially be enough for him.

[ilana]

I hope that's true.

[looksfine]

So do I.

[ilana]

... May I ask a favor?

[looksfine]

Yes.

[ilana]

Could you... could you look after him? I know he can take care of himself, but sometimes he gets caught up in everything and-- and I don't know how long I'll be here.

[looksfine]

I have done as much since he was first brought aboard, and will continue to. Even if you had not asked.

[ilana]

Thank you.