homeless but what else is new?

[ihavesuction]

 So, here we are. [taps at a tablet screen]

Did you need something? I mean, there's not much to do here or anything. Wanna play a video game or something? I know you aren't big into FPS, but I think-

Oh. You meant another game, huh? Well, if you ask me, and I'm guessing you are or you wouldn't be here, you're not even done with the series yet and you've got a lot on your plate. But hey, you're the boss. Just think it through a little longer, okay? I'll be right here, as usual. [continues tapping on tablet]

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[lifelines]

There's always time, Henry. If whatever it is doesn't happen right away, there's a chance it might in the future. Though I do have to wonder if I dare ask what this is about.

[ihavesuction]

Doctor Magnus! What can I do for you? Wait, I forgot where I was. Sorry, force of habit.

It's kinda difficult to explain.

[lifelines]

It's all right, Henry. [ at least it makes her laugh? ]

As difficult as living it? [ she has a feeling she knows what this is about but still. better to ask. ] You can always try. [ if anyone's going to understand, it'll be her. ]

[ihavesuction]

Yeah. When you brought me in, I couldn't help but still feel out of place. Having Big around didn't hurt, but I don't know, it's like no matter where I go or what I do, I'll feel out of place. [pauses] Sorry, didn't mean to keep grinding that axe.

[whispers] What's crazy is that this guy kinda feels the same way.

[lifelines]

You'll find your place, Henry. It always takes a little time, even for me.

[ that sort of answers her other question, but she'll ask it anyway. ]

Seems to be a common feeling.

Ah, and Henry... I know it's a strange thing to ask, but what's the last thing you remember?

[ihavesuction]

Well, if there's one thing you have on your side, it's time. You and the Rolling Stones.

I remember helping keep Big Bertha from turning southern Asia in an overflowing bathtub. Not much after that though. I'll pass on any spoilers for the moment. I think this guy is going to jog my memory somehow.

[lifelines]

[ she just gives him a smirk at that. oh yes. time. also she appreciates that reference. ]

Ah, yes. That. Well, you've nothing to fear from either of us here. We won't be spoiling you. That's why I asked, to see how much I could say.

[ihavesuction]

Well, say no more. I'm gonna see if I can sort out the gif folders this guy has. Msybe that'll teach him. [taps on tablet some more]

Oh, and thanks. For everything.

[lifelines]

[ she laughs. ] My mun and I wish you good luck.

[ quietly: ] I should be the one thanking you, Henry. You saved the day back there. I couldn't have done it without you.

[gunslinging]

Aww, c'mon. You know once somebody's got their heart set on you they stick to it! [ This is where the siblingly teasing comes in. Ashley has a shit-eating grin to beat the band, because making Henry get all flustered is a favorite pastime and she wants to see if she's still got it. ]

[ihavesuction]

Ho-ly crap, Ashley! You scare- I mean, hey, how's it going (I'm not scared or anything)?

[unnaturalpause]

This isn't all that uncommon, though I don't think you're video games will be of much help in this, Henry.

[ihavesuction]

Hey now, no need to slam. Besides, there are plenty of games that deal with moral choices. Of course, it's usually about whether you shoot an alien with a laser or spare them, but it's better than nothing.

Got any advice?

[abnormally_normal]

Yeah... I'd be careful about some of their games Henry. [Though Will just knows the horror stories from the others in his mun's head. She's far too nice to the doctor.]

[ihavesuction]

What's got you shaking, Will? Heard some bad things or just got one of those classic hunches?

[abnormally_normal]

Little of both and hey, how often are my hunches wrong? [Mun eill say nothing about that because she can think of a few off the top of her head.]

[ihavesuction]

I wasn't doubting you. Just wondering where the fire is.

How about we skip the hunches? What do you think personally?

[abnormally_normal]

Just experience. Most of the games that mun looks at for me happen to be horror games. And she knows I have work to do.

[ihavesuction]

And I'm guessing it's not "haha funny you can see the zipper on the back of the costume" horror?

Hey, we all got work to do. Just seems like our priorities shift around a lot more with these muns.

[smelledapples]

...I dare say you might even join there little games. [ But she's more distracted by that little screen your tapping. This century as the oddest toys.]

[ihavesuction]

Well, the jury's still out on that one. If it were one of those crane claw games, I'd be all over it. Four time state champ, thank you very much.

[smelledapples]

That's quite the claim to fame. Mister... [ She trailed off. She'd seen some of those crane claw games. And failed utterly at them.]

Helena Wells, by the way. Or H.G if you're feeling in the mood for nicknames.

[ihavesuction]

Aw, it's nothing-

Wait, H.G.? Wells? H.G. Wells?

[smelledapples]

I take it you've read my books then?

[ Somehow the shock always amuses here. Every time.]

[ihavesuction]

[still in disbelief] THE H.G. Wells? The Time Machine? War of the Worlds? The Invisible Man?

[smelledapples]

And many others.I might add. But those are among my favorite.

[ihavesuction]

They say to never meet your idols, but I have to admit, I wasn't expecting to meet you. I mean, you're a genius, by the way, but- [silent flabbergasted smile]

[vampirize]

Mod has got indecision, huh? Guess that'll keep you out of my neck of the woods a while longer.

[ihavesuction]

Indecision isn't always a bad thing. Besides, you never know. I might show up tomorrow or a year from now or never. You'll just have to keep my seat warm.