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maskormenace2016-04-09 05:41 pm
flowerette) wrote in maskormenace2016-04-09 05:41 pm
Entry tags:
- † akito/agito wanijima | fang king,
- † april ludgate | janet snakehole,
- † count dooku | darth tyranus,
- † daisy johnson | quake,
- † frederick chilton | chief of staff!!,
- † jesse pinkman | diesel,
- † john watson | n/a,
- † kanaya maryam-lalonde | psychopomp,
- † kasumi goto | n/a,
- † manolo sanchez | n/a,
- † raina | n/a,
- † rincewind | n/a,
- † sasha blouse | n/a,
- † satya wallace | n/a,
- † tobias matthews | n/a
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One year ago today, I arrived in this world. One year ago today, I shared a fateful drink in De Chima with the man who would become the love of my life. One year ago, there were different faces in this world -- different people to greet me upon my arrival, but many are and have remained the same.
[ Raina smiles a sappy smile. She is genuinely happy for the experiences she's had here and people she's met. ]
There have been a lot of ups and downs, especially as of the past few months. But I would be lying if I said that being in this world hasn't been a largely positive experience for me. And while it's sad to think all of it can be gone and forgotten faster than we can blink, that just means we should try to appreciate what we do have here all the more, doesn't it?
[ She leans forward, warm and inviting. ]
So I'd like to hear about your positive experiences. What are some of the best things that have happened to you here? What opportunities have arisen for you here that you would not have gotten back home? What friends did you make that you never would have met otherwise? And for people who have ported in recently, what opportunities do you hope this world will bring you?
We're so focused on the bad things or getting back home to our responsibilities or the people who aren't here that we often neglect to stop and appreciate the little things. Even if it's something as simple as getting to taste strawberry ice cream for the first time. So let's take a moment to share our experiences with each other.
[ A pause. ]
Also while I have you here -- a few months ago I was speaking to a friend of mine and we were talking about how it's possible to port out and return without memories of ever having been in this world. I brought up the idea of writing a letter to ourselves detailing our time here and he proposed that we try to see if the government would include those in the files we're given upon our arrival. If people overall think it's a good idea, I can talk to a few representatives to see if it can be done. I just know that there are people and things here that I would not want to forget, and I'm sure a lot of people feel the same.
And I think that's about all I have to say. I look forward to hearing your stories. Even if we can't have our letters included in our files, maybe this post could serve as a little something for our future selves to look back on and see how happy we once were if ever there's a time when that is forgotten.
[ Raina smiles a sappy smile. She is genuinely happy for the experiences she's had here and people she's met. ]
There have been a lot of ups and downs, especially as of the past few months. But I would be lying if I said that being in this world hasn't been a largely positive experience for me. And while it's sad to think all of it can be gone and forgotten faster than we can blink, that just means we should try to appreciate what we do have here all the more, doesn't it?
[ She leans forward, warm and inviting. ]
So I'd like to hear about your positive experiences. What are some of the best things that have happened to you here? What opportunities have arisen for you here that you would not have gotten back home? What friends did you make that you never would have met otherwise? And for people who have ported in recently, what opportunities do you hope this world will bring you?
We're so focused on the bad things or getting back home to our responsibilities or the people who aren't here that we often neglect to stop and appreciate the little things. Even if it's something as simple as getting to taste strawberry ice cream for the first time. So let's take a moment to share our experiences with each other.
[ A pause. ]
Also while I have you here -- a few months ago I was speaking to a friend of mine and we were talking about how it's possible to port out and return without memories of ever having been in this world. I brought up the idea of writing a letter to ourselves detailing our time here and he proposed that we try to see if the government would include those in the files we're given upon our arrival. If people overall think it's a good idea, I can talk to a few representatives to see if it can be done. I just know that there are people and things here that I would not want to forget, and I'm sure a lot of people feel the same.
And I think that's about all I have to say. I look forward to hearing your stories. Even if we can't have our letters included in our files, maybe this post could serve as a little something for our future selves to look back on and see how happy we once were if ever there's a time when that is forgotten.
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A happy anniversary to you Raina, for both your arrival and meeting your beloved partner as well. We are all indeed fortunate that the Porter has graced us with your presence for so long.
[He takes a moment for thoughtful beardstroking. He'll think of something suitably saccharine in a moment to answer her request for positive experiences, but first:]
The suggestion of a letter is an excellent one. If no one has yet asked Captain Ananke whether it could be included in our files, I will volunteer to venture the question to her.
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Your words are as kind as they are flattering. Thank you, Count Dooku.
[ And she nods after his suggestion. ]
Yes, that would be helpful. I was mostly gauging interest before I decided to take it a step further. But if you want to speak with her, by all means.
[ Raina will gladly deliver Dooku to the government's doorstep and give him a way in -- for both imPort influence and alliance building. She's still positive this man will be one to watch. And to further bolster Dooku in a positive light: ]
I'm certain she would want to thank you anyway as one of the diplomats who had a great success in Mexico, giving imPorts sanctuary away from the Russian invasion last month.
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[Dooku remains resolved to prove Raina entirely correct about his potential and his oncoming accomplishments. He lifts his head a tad when she brings up Mexico- so good to have his diplomatic achievements circulating in the minds of others.]
If only the government's acclaim for my deeds was as warm as yours. However, I fear they value the power of imPorts in war more than they do our abilities for negotiation and peace.
I was about to mention that mission regardless, actually: witnesses the warm hospitality of our Mexican allies was among the most heartening experiences I have had to date as an imPort. In a world with so many enemies, it is always good to remember who our friends are.
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[ Raina frowns for a moment. But that frown is short-lived as Dooku moves on to more pleasant things. The talk of Mexico and the way they opened the door to them. ]
We know who deserves the credit for opening their eyes to the imPort alliance. And even if the government doesn't acknowledge it, I believe the imPorts should. It was proof that we are more than simply tools of war. It showed us making a difference, and I hope some of our speeches and pleas will result in more countries backing us down the line.
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[Dooku's got his fingers in a lot of pies these days. Attempting to tilt Stark's idea toward strengthening ties with Mexico is just one entry on a long list.]
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[They are just playing flattery volleyball here, and it's a game Dooku plays well.]
Still, I believe we cannot place too much of our hope in native public opinion. They can be fickle- easily swayed by others besides ourselves. Our fate must ultimately rest in our own hands.
[A thoughtful pause.]
Tell me, do you believe the incident at the medal ceremony was harmful or helpful to our goals?
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Although there are people who took part in the event that I like a great deal, I believe it was overall harmful. There were other ways to showcase displeasure with the event, ways that did not involve publicly shaming the President of this country. Whether we like it or not, we are at her mercy. And the actions of this handful of individuals could cause a storm to rain down on the imPorts who weren't involved.
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What you say is true. We are at the mercy of that person, and the others who control this nation. And we will remain so- until we find ways to express our displeasure which will lead to action.
[He waves a relaxed gesture with one hand.]
At any rate, I would not worry overmuch about the possibility of retaliation against all imPorts. The government surely knows that such collective punishment would damage our willingness to abide by their wishes. And they need us, just as we need them. We defend their streets and entertain their masses. There are burdens weighing on both ends of the balance between us.
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[ Raina smiles, passing that flattery baton on over. ]
But they also do have the power to shut our powers down en masse. The nanites in our bloodstream give them a degree of control over us. Not to the extent that LACKEY had controlled us. But LACKEY is in their possession.
[ Which Raina can only think will be a bad thing in the long run. ]
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[Is that some sideways shade being cast toward the commentators who are coming down on her suggestion? Absolutely. Dooku is in Raina's corner, and wants her to know as much.]
The fate of LACKEY is... concerning. We have no guarantee that they are not even now adopting its ability to 'punish' us for their own use. If they were to unleash the full power of the nanites, they would be able to simply enslave us, as the Soviets almost did.
[The Count allows his polite mask to fall away for a moment, letting Raina see a deep scowl transform his face, displaying the depths of his feeling for her.]
I remember those days all too well. The feel of the electric fire ripping through my mind, burning between my ears... being left helpless on the floor, as defenseless as a child. We cannot allow ourselves to be subjugated to such a degree. Never again.
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And it helps that she is in full agreement with him. As one of the people whose mind was compromised, Raina never wants to lose that degree of control again. ]
I fully agree. LACKEY did show us something useful -- what happens to us when the nanites are shut down. Our bodies have become nearly reliant on them for normal functioning, and we need to find a way to either block them from being used in any manner other than normal healing or to find a way to break our reliance on them. I fully believe they regulate our powers as well. There are many who came to this world who experienced a sort of cap on their abilities. Things they were normally able to do, they find themselves unable to do. And maybe that same thing goes for all of us. Maybe without the nanites to hinder our powers, we will find ourselves stronger and more resilient. But also prone to a permanent death, which is something we would have to weigh.
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I agree as well. If nothing else, we are indebted to that wretched machine for revealing to us how dependent we have been made on the government's toys.
[He inclines his head toward her, respectfully.]
Another reason we are fortunate the Porter has allowed you to remain with us. I believe it is researchers like you who offer us all the best chance of understanding these mysteries, and defeating the challenges before us.
[A pause, and then this thread suddenly becomes PRIVATE]
There is something further I would like to add on that topic- in confidence. I believe there is another truth that LACKEY exposed to us. One which may have a very great bearing indeed on the future of all imPorts- and of this planet.
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Are they words you trust to the communicator? Or would you rather speak them in person?
[ Judging by her tone, she's incredibly eager to hear what he has to say. ]
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In person would be best, if you are available for a meeting. These are weighty matters, and this Network was created by the authorities, after all.
Perhaps I could drop by your laboratory. It would be a pleasure to see where you work.
[And considering that they're talking about scientific matters...]
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[ Depending on how the conversation goes, he could catch a glimpse of her Centipede project. But only if Raina feels he can be trusted with this knowledge. ]
I will be a bit busy this weekend. Dr. Chilton and I are heading off to celebrate our anniversary. But I will be back on Monday if that works for you?
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I will see you then. Until that time, I will wish you and the Doctor a pleasant journey, Raina. I hope you both have a lovely time.
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[ And you can bet she will be thinking about this until then -- wondering just what theory he has and how it could be of interest to her research. ]