But he does want to take her up on that offer, having just arrived. He just has to think of what he even wants to ask. Maybe start with something basic?]
Well...what's it like? Am I gonna like it here if I'm gonna be stuck here a while?
She blinks curiously, as if doubletaking at the question. That sure is something that she never considered when she arrived. And she's never heard the other people ask that either. But even though it's an unusual one, she answers, anyway. ]
Hm... [ She begins to start poking her moon earring as she thinks. ] There are terrorists around, for one. And some of the technology here malfunctions sometimes. You can see awful visions, or get hurt because of them.
[ There isn't a lot that Athena knows about either points, but she knows that she should be careful, at least. ]
[Athena revealing her status as a lawyer really makes her dedication to helping people all the more clearer to Larry. He perks up, suddenly a lot more excited about the conversation than he already was.]
Oh wow, a lawyer! That's funny, 'cause both my best friends are lawyers too! They'd definitely say something similar about helping people if they were here.
[He can only hope they do come here eventually if their world's totally gone...even if this place is apparently kind of dangerous.]
Wow, really?! Well, you have to do your best until they get here, then!
[ She nods as she claps her hands in delight. If there's anything that she does once she feels empowered is to share that with whomever is around her! ]
[He really likes the way Athena worded that. She's right, it's better to think of the situation like his friends will arrive in time, not dwell on the fact that they're not here. He appreciates the optimism.
So as he flashes a thumbs up,]
Uh-huh! I'll definitely hold the fort for 'em in the meantime! Thanks, Athena!
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But he does want to take her up on that offer, having just arrived. He just has to think of what he even wants to ask. Maybe start with something basic?]
Well...what's it like? Am I gonna like it here if I'm gonna be stuck here a while?
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She blinks curiously, as if doubletaking at the question. That sure is something that she never considered when she arrived. And she's never heard the other people ask that either. But even though it's an unusual one, she answers, anyway. ]
That depends. What kind of things do you like?
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At least he has a decent answer, now that he's worked things out in his life somewhat.]
I'm an artsy kinda guy, so if I can get artistic inspiration here then I'll be pretty happy about that!
But I actually wanna know what you think of the place. Sorry, I guess I made it out to be too much about me at the same time.
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[ ?!?!? Is that helpful? She's a bit of an artist herself, but she finds inspiration in most things. ]
The colony is nice, but... sometimes, scary things happen. You should be prepared for the worst.
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So it'd be a good spot for painting scenery! Cool!
[...but that excitement doesn't last, of course.]
Whaddya mean...scary?
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[ There isn't a lot that Athena knows about either points, but she knows that she should be careful, at least. ]
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And you said this place is nice? It sure doesn't sound that way to me!
[And it's not like he can just say "peace!" and ditch this popsicle stand. He's stuck here.
Not good.]
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[ It looks like she has more to say on the peace thing, but she holds off for now. ]
The residential area is safe, though. So maybe you should try finding an apartment for now.
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[He follows that up with a nod.]
And yeah, I think that's a solid plan. Last thing I wanna do is live out on the streets of a totally foreign city!
[With that said...]
Oh, I'm Larry by the way. Thanks for your help so far! Sorry if my questions were weird- I'm just kinda overwhelmed.
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[ She rests her hands on her hips as she nods. Seriously, this is all cool, yo! ]
It's my job to help people out, so don't think you're troubling me either. And you can call me Athena Cykes, Assistant Extraordinaire!
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[Athena's reassurance really helps. It's nice to talk to someone with a positive attitude in a situation like this.]
Athena, huh? That has a nice ring to it. Well, nice to meetcha!
But what's the title for? You someone's apprentice or something?
[She seems proud of the title so it's hard not to comment.]
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[ But now is also the perfect time to present her badge. ]
And I'm a lawyer. I'm the newest one in our firm, so I've got to help my seniors our more often than having a case of my own.
[ Although most of the time, helping out her seniors means cleaning the toilets. ]
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Oh wow, a lawyer! That's funny, 'cause both my best friends are lawyers too! They'd definitely say something similar about helping people if they were here.
[He can only hope they do come here eventually if their world's totally gone...even if this place is apparently kind of dangerous.]
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Wow, really?! Well, you have to do your best until they get here, then!
[ She nods as she claps her hands in delight. If there's anything that she does once she feels empowered is to share that with whomever is around her! ]
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So as he flashes a thumbs up,]
Uh-huh! I'll definitely hold the fort for 'em in the meantime! Thanks, Athena!
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Well, I think you got the basics covered now...! Your tutorial session is over.
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[He rubs at the back of his neck.]
But I'm really glad you gave me some pointers. The last thing I wanna do is run head-first into danger!
[YOU KNOW, LIKE HE USUALLY DOES.]
Sooo maybe I'll see you around again sometime?
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You got it. You can text me on your Cerevice if you ever need any more help.
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Got it. Time to make the best of this place! Thanks again, Athena!