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[ The network ID attached to this one says "Commander Jeroen Akobi," advertising his military rank even though he forewent the Imperial uniform just about as soon as he was set loose upon this planet. Instead, there appears a handsome man in his forties in smart casual attire, haircut just the long side of regulation, facial hair game on point. He's got an affable smile on his face, though it doesn't quite reach his eyes. ]

These jobs they assign you when you arrive are a joke, right? I mean, I'm no specialist, but I've got more marketable skills than "mustache model." Are there any procedures in place for putting in a request for a new position? Because posing for pictures might be a good way to make some side money, but I'd prefer something that actually requires some thought and effort.

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Yes, that may be, but there's no reason to make people sick of my voice just yet.

[ He smiles amiably. ] I'm sure I'll find something. I'm a resourceful guy.

That's always a plus in this place. It'll help you in the future.

Thanks for the vote of confidence!

I'm Jeroen, by the way. Jeroen Akobi.

I'm Ken Kaneki. It's nice to meet you, Akobi-san.

This place can be quite strange at first, but we get used to it. If you have questions, I can try answering.

I've already been briefed by a source I trust, but thanks for the offer.

You can answer this, though: What was that you put after my name?

"San". [ aha, kaneki still uses it, even though so many don't know what it is ]

It's a honorific, my language uses it but it doesn't have an exact translation. The closest would be "mister" or "miss".

I see. And, would it be appropriate for me to use it back? Or is the term reserved for natives of your culture?

I wouldn't mind either way. [ kaneki doesn't mind if "san" is used back at him, but most people don't ]

I use it because it feels weird addressing someone I'm not familiar with without it. But that's simply my personal feelings on it.

I'll give it a shot. See how it feels. Right, Kaneki-san?

[ he smiles a little ] Not so bad. It's fine to be called so.

I'll keep that in mind.

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