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[ 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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No, but it happens.

The imPort world here is generally much safer, but certain powered people in my world are pretty unwelcome. I'm sure there are plenty of excuses people have as to why they hold those views, but... I don't know. It'll never be right.

We just have to make sure it doesn't happen here, right?

I'm... I'm really sorry to hear that.

Yeah, well... Don't worry about it. It's a different place.

By the large, this world treats those sorts of things differently. There are people who don't like imPorts, but they're not the majority, and their behavior isn't condoned.

A lot of imPorts are popular, actually. Celebrity-level popular.

Then I hope you are being treated well.

[ She means it! ]

I've heard a little about that bit. I noticed even a friend of mine seemed to get a lot of attention...

Oh, yeah?

I've never really attracted that much attention. I hope they're good at handling it! I wouldn't be.

It can be overwhelming, for sure. I don't think I've ever enjoyed it as much as people assumed.

Oh. Are you some kind of public figure back home, then?

You're so young!

Not exactly a public figure, but... my father was the CEO of a major food company. He was involved in quite a few circles.

Ah. Well, that's still probably way more respectable socializing than I was ever meant to do as a kid.

At least you'll be equipped to deal with it, if you bump into the need for social graces. Fortunately, laying low isn't too hard, if you're more into that.

"Respectable"...

[ That gets a pause, Haru appearing lost in her thoughts before she returns to the present. ]

I believe I would enjoy some privacy for the time being. It's quite nice not to have everyone know who you are.

I wouldn't know what the opposite's like, but I've largely been content with obscurity.

If you need any tips on quiet, out-of-the-way living, let me know. I'm not called Wallflower for nothing, I suppose.

It would be an honor to get advice from a heroine of justice!