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[cognitivism]

For those who don't know me, my name is Goro Akechi. I am a detective with the Nonah Police Department. I briefly interned with Ambassador Amidala during her time here, and I've been maintaining her office in the interim. I've not done much in anticipation to the change over, however I've at the very least maintained the paperwork and community outreach she started.

Allow me to say congratulations to the new ambassador and the deputy ambassador. Should you need any assistance I would be more then happy to aid in the transition. I hope you'll allow me to continue to intern with the office, in the mean time.

I look forward to what you will do for Maurtia Falls.

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[imaphantomthief]

Wait, you were the vice

[The politics here are confusing, and that word sounds hard to spell. Whatever, close enough-]

mayor?

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[cognitivism]

Oh, no. I was simply an assistant to the ambassador.

[imaphantomthief]

So you got the coffees?

[cognitivism]

[ If only you could hear him sighing right now, Ryuji cause...well you aren't entirely wrong. ]

I assisted in filing paperwork and arranging meetings with the local government.

[imaphantomthief]

Sounds like a secretary to me.

[C'mon, it's a little funny.]

[hellosirs]

Sir! You're a detective? The police don't have a problem with you being a minor?

[cognitivism]

I am! It has been an experience that I cannot begin to describe. Are you interested in the profession?

[hellosirs]

I'm in the same line of work, back home! I mean, I'm a detective too, but I haven't been able to practice here since the police say it's too dangerous for a twelve-year-old. How did you convince them to work with you?

[cognitivism]

The only thing I could assume is that I was older than you when I arrived. I was seventeen turning eighteen at the time. Though I suppose that doesn't account for much considering most require years of schooling in order to become a detective.

Twelve may be a little young for police work -- what sort of work did you do back home?

[hellosirs]

Oh, that makes more sense. You're legally an adult, so they wouldn't have to give you the 'endangering minors is highly unethical' talk.

[ He's been given variations of that talk so many times. The guys at the front desk of the Maurtia Falls police department know him by name at this point! ]

I used to do freelance! I'd get hired by local militias or city councils for consultation work, or tracking down criminals whenever they were stuck on a case.

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[girlybruiser]

[ She's quiet a bit longer than she means to be, but eventually Haru speaks up sounding slightly surprised. ]

That sounds like quite a lot of work to maintain.

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[cognitivism]

It is, however I find it gratifying. I believe her work should be continued.

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[girlybruiser]

Have you always had an interest in the political sphere, Akechi-kun?

[ Since the last she remembered, his aspirations were not exactly long-term. ]

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[cognitivism]

No, actually. My focus was primarily on police work, however, I'm not sure that is the correct path for me any more.

Politics is... new. Something I've only recently started looking at.

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[girlybruiser]

You really think so? [ That's interesting to hear. ] Hm, well, I suppose if you feel that way it's a good sign -- of growth, actually.

[ It's not a backhanded attempt; she means it. ]

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[cognitivism]

I do. While I am continuing my work as a detective right now, my goals have changed. [ He actually smiles. ]

I am trying, Okumura-san. I can't fix what I've done in the past but I can try and do better for the future.

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[girlybruiser]

[ Somewhat flustered, Haru's cheeks burn a soft red. She shifts a little, indicating her embarrassment. ]

I didn't mean to... um, I'm sorry! [ A beat. ] I know.

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[cognitivism]

Why are you sorry? [ He actually looks confused, before he realizes what he implied. ] Oh, no. No it's all right. You didn't -- it's okay.

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[girlybruiser]

[ NOW THAT'S MAKING HER MORE FLUSTERED. ]

I did not mean to bring certain matters up in such a passive aggressive manner! Um... I understand you are bettering yourself these days. We all believe in you, yes!

[ Yes, that means Ryuji, too. Too bad, Ryuji. ]

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[cognitivism]

[ He actually laughs a little bit --not because of her, but because of the situation. ]

Thank you, Haru. I appreciate your confidence in me.

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[girlybruiser]

[ She begins to ease up a bit. Having been here for several months now, Haru knows she needs to stop allowing any tension to get between them both. While it doesn't mean forgiveness, the others, Akira especially, would have never allowed Akechi into the group if he wasn't trying to do better by everyone and himself. ]

You're welcome.

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[girlybruiser]

[ Her smile drops for a moment, surprise overtaking her momentarily. ]

... eh? You called me "Haru".

[ That's the first she's heard that. ]

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[cognitivism]

Eh?

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[cognitivism]

So I have. [ a slight pause. he's trying his best not to chew on his lip too much. ]

Do you mind?

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[girlybruiser]

[ There's an airy laugh. ]

No, Haru is fine. I much prefer that to anything so formal.

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[lesterzeppelin]

[ Honestly, Lester doesn't care too much about the ambassador and the political stuff, but that voice.... that voice is awfully familiar. He leans forward, giving the camera a scrutinizing look. ]

Hi, Goro. [ . . . ] That sounds like a lot of work, but I'm sure the dog and the Logan guy'll appreciate it.

[ #nailedit ]

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[cognitivism]

I would like to hope so. It's certainly not an easy job, but I have been doing my best.

[ He offers a smile. ]

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[lesterzeppelin]

What made you want to go into community outreach and ambassador work? [ No judgment or malice, just genuine curiosity - ] I mean, no offense, but it sounds pretty different from detective work.