maskormenace | Ver 5.2

You know, we have a lot of really talented people here. Not that we didn't before -- us imports have always been pretty on top of things, but I think it goes without saying that without the talent and skill of everyone, there'd probably be a few of us that would be dead right about now. Or at least we'd have died. So, I don't think anyone's said it yet, but thanks, to everyone who helped get us out of there.

[ And there's a pause there, he's trying to be nice, and his ego is suffering. ]

I'd like to say we could have done it ourselves, but... well, you can't always predict for unpredictability, and getting us quickly could have been what saved our lives.

But, that's not the only reason I'm here. It's been a busy couple of weeks, not just from our unfortunate attempt to go to space, but for me personally. [ He indicates behind him, it's obviously an office, more strewn with metal and wires and parts than anything else. It's, frankly, an absolute mess. ] I got the loan a few weeks ago, but other than a few people I've gotten in on the ground floor, we haven't had much opportunity for hiring. Startups are always complicated.

But I'm happy to say, that if you want to work in tech and R&D, you should probably come talk to me. I can't promise high wages -- yet -- but I take care of my people, and with a few choice inventions, we'll be able to hit the ground running, and I'd like to see anyone with talent come talk to me. I promise, you won't regret it.

At least, you won't if you don't mind working for me.

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[Because Skye no. Skye don't give the tech that could be used against them to some random guy. So now Kara has to check him out and keep an eye on him.]

Any chance this company of yours needs security?

[She needs an in, but she's no good with tech.]

Well, that depends, how good are you with security?

[ Sorry gurl, Skye knows who's good for the tech. ]

I do run an electronics firm, it's not exactly like I'd ever have enough security.

Good. Been doing that sorta thing for centuries.

[But who's good for them!! Tony 'Registration' Stark.]

Fancy alarms and locks ain't shit with all the powers people have here.

[just, you know, on the subject of electronics.]

Centuries, huh? That's a long time to be doing that kind of work.

[ He tipped his head, like he was thinking. ]

Supernatural? Magic? Honestly, I've found electronics do it well, if you stay on top of things right.

Long time to do anything. Mercenary work pays well.

[Which isn't - exactly what security is, but it's been similar.

And that answer right there is why Kara is suddenly wishing she'd never given Skye that tech.]

Then you're not looking for real security?

I never said that.

I'm saying if you're working for a tech firm, don't underestimate what the guy running the place can do with it.

[ A pause, because, well, mercenaries. ]

Criminal record? Not just here, back home. What kind of mercenary work did you do?

Alright, I'm sure you're amazing with technology.

[Despite the words, her tone is genuine enough; she can admit that most tech is way behind her and that she really doesn't get it.]

No criminal record, there weren't laws against it when I was doing it. Mostly it was fighting soldiers or guarding people or more valuable shit. Never did any of that assassin shit, don't like killing people in an unfair fight.

[Honesty is great.]

Last couple centuries I've been working for... [vague hand gesture because she isn't sure what to call the Council] Bunch of really old creatures that secretly run the world. Kinda doing what one of your US Marshals do.

["kinda"]

Ah, so a... "old god" illuminati kind of deal, huh? Sounds like...fun.

[ Oh, it sounds not at all like fun, but he's being nice. ]

Well, at the very least, you don't sound like you're lying about having scruples.

[ The problem with hiring security is that...well, it's hiring security, but -- ]

Although if you're interested, I could probably be persuaded to hire you on for security.

These days, are you breaking a lot of laws?

They ain't too bad if you stay on their good side.

[Which Kara is surprisingly good at doing, because she knows when to shut her mouth and just do a job.]

I don't steal and I don't kill unless I really have to. There's my scruples.

[Since that's. on topic.]

And nah, ain't broken a law since I got here. Unless you wanna count flying without a permit.

[and those drugs she bought, and the fact she's working for a drug dealer, but shhhh.]

Well, I don't have a permit to fly, either. I think you might be alright.

So, are you offering to work in security?

Good to know.

[Not that she really cares either way, but it was a relatively harmless thing to throw in there as a distraction.]

Sure am. Couldn't really stand the job they gave me, and working freelance ain't quite cutting it.

[Sure, that 5 grand a week really sucks.]

Huh, well, if freelance security isn't cutting it, either you're not as good as you think you are, or you might be demanding too much.

I'm thinking it's the latter, rather than the former, am I right?

[ gurl he is not that rich yet ]

I'm used to a little more job security than what people can offer here, 'specially when I don't wanna get on the bad side of our hosts.

[By which she's suggesting she hasn't wanted to do anything illegal.]

Seems like you're confident this company of yours is gonna last.

Normally my businesses tend to, yes.

[ Airily. ]

I've been doing this since I was about twenty one.

Got a late start, huh?

[kara can u not]

I was busy perfecting my technical skills until then. Can't run an R&D company if I'm not the best at that too.

[ Also: his parents had to die first. ]

[Those pesky parents]

Guess that makes sense, you seemed kinda like a child prodigy.

[They're kind of easy to pick. It's the ego.]

Do I? Well, good to know that comes across.

So, do you want to take a low-paying security job on my word that it'll pay off later?

You talk like someone used to getting what they want.

[Which isn't quite the same thing. But - whatever.

She seems to give the other question a moment of thought, before shrugging.]

Sure. I can't start right away, got a couple things to tie up, but after that my hours can be whatever you want 'em to be.

I'm that too --

But, if you've got things to take care of, please do it.

And, ah, thank you. I'm sure it'll be a pleasure working with you.

Sure thing, I'm delightful when I'm getting paid.

[This is a lie, she is delightful approximately never, but Tony doesn't need to know that just yet.]

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