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[girlybruiser]

[ Opting for the text function is definitely a less daunting prospect compared to airing a live video for strangers to see, but to Haru, first impressions are important. She can feel her hands and chest warming up, though a part of that could be attributed to the fact she's wearing that thick pink sweater. Still... she's not unused to addressing a large audience, it's just finding yourself in a world that isn't the cognitive one even with your friends here is somewhat unnerving.

But that's why video it has to be. She needs to convey a friendly approach and demeanor, otherwise it will be much harder to ask anyone for help should she ever need it.

There's no fumbling of the communicator once the feed starts up. Haru is seated close to the table it's propped up on, her hands laid neatly in her lap. She smiles at her unknown audience, a touch shy, but it's warm and friendly. ]

Good afternoon, everyone. My name is Haru Okumura. [ A beat. Does she mention her family? No. ] It is very nice to meet you all. I've heard there are many of us who have been brought to this world. Um, I suppose some of you have been here long enough to hear the same questions over and over, but if you would indulge me I would very much appreciate it.

[ She shifts closer, speaking a bit more clearly. ]

I have heard that superheroes are real in this world ― something that government actively encourages. [ It's difficult to mask the intrigue. Her eyes seem to light up. ] There must be superheroines, yes? I can hardly believe it myself... but that sounds amazing! I wonder if they are anything like the ones I admired on TV as a child.

[ An abrupt pause, followed by Haru's shoulders rolling back and a whimsical smile settling onto her face. ]

Ah, my apologies. I seem to have gotten a bit distracted for a moment.

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[lempereur]

He was a dear friend I met here. He was sent back.

[girlybruiser]

Oh.

[ A slight pause, her tone laced with sympathy now. ]

I am sorry, Yusuke-kun.

[lempereur]

[ Yusuke's face falls, just for a moment. It's hard to put up a cheerful front, reminding yourself that your friend's gone somewhere only death awaits him. But it isn't time for a sad spiel about someone Haru will never know. Quickly, he evens himself out, his expression neutral and deliberate. ]

Thank you. It is a fact of life, for us. There isn't really any way to prepare for it.

[girlybruiser]

[ She watches him, saying nothing at first and letting him have his moment. Then she offers a sympathetic smile. ]

An unfortunate truth of any world, it appears.

[ Her father, Yusuke's friend... ]

If you would ever like to talk about it, please don't hesitate to contact me.

[lempereur]

Thank you, Haru.

You should work on getting settled. I will see you soon, yes?

[girlybruiser]

Yes! I will see you all as soon as I can.