Backdated to May 13, VIDEO

[maskedhumanity]

[It's taken the better part of the day for Alex to get his bearings and settle into the cramped lodgings that have been provided for his use. The place is a far cry from the one he used to have, it makes him quite glad he never had many belongings. Fitting things in here would be a nightmare.

He's examining the one object he did receive rather dully, slowly turning the clear container around in his hands and eying the powder inside as it shifts about. An inconsequential piece of junk for most people but for him it's going to be a constant reminder of the past. More immediately it's reminded him there's something he needs to ask this new madhouse, boy won't this be fun.]

So, this clearly isn't another F3. Not sure if I should be relieved or not about that, guess I'll reserve my judgement for the time being. I've still got questions though, very important questions.

First off, are there any others here from the Facility? You can't miss them, gaudy collars, no survival instincts, most probably suffering from some form of post-traumatic stress. I'm actually looking for someone specific out of any that might be here... but if she is here, knowing her she'll be breaking down my door the second she sees this. [That thought brings a flicker of a smile, but it instantly dies away when he considers that she might not be here. He shakes his head and pushes that prospect to the back of his mind, it's not something he wants to dwell on right now.]

Secondly, if anyone recognizes me at all it'd probably be better for everyone involved if you just spoke up now. I'd really hate to find out about that second hand, it could lead to all sorts of unpleasantness.

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[saudadist]

I don't know what to do. Actual food is easy to get, nobody seems to fight unless it's against those creatures that appear during that hour...I can feel the wind and hear the birds chirping in the morning.

[ She's liable to start shaking, but refrains as his touch restores some of her strength. Her fingers tighten their own hold on his jacket. ]

I don't know what to do here.

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[maskedhumanity]

Kaede...

[Once again he finds himself hugging her closely, giving her something familiar to focus on rather than the prospect of their alien situation.]

I understand, this is a lot to soak in. You don't have to do anything, but you'll figure out something you want to once you're used to this place. We both will.

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[saudadist]

[ If it weren't for the heat of his body engulfing her, she'd swear she's just dreaming. After all, it's not like it was uncommon for Val to induce incredibly realistic dreams, right? ]

And it won't be lonely. Not if you're here.

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[maskedhumanity]

Took the words right out of my mouth.

[He's getting the feeling adjusting is going to be harder for her than it is for him. That's just fine though, he'll be there to help her every step of the way.]

When you're feeling up to it we can start getting a feel for this city, see the sights and whatever else it has to offer. We could make a date out of it, how's that sound?

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[saudadist]

[ That's right, she tells herself, she won't be alone. He's here, and if she falters even a little, he'll still be here. She could stand up on her own if necessary, her keeping herself together before he arrived, however short it was, proved that, she thinks, but she doesn't have to go it alone. Not anymore.

Her face feels a touch warmer at the mention of a date. Come to think of it, she can only recall a small handful of times they've ever actually gone on a real "date." ]

Okay.

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[maskedhumanity]

That's my Kitten.

[He chuckles and gives her a quick kiss, rewarding her for the slow perking up. Part of him is surprised that actually worked though, he still can't believe anything he says could comfort someone half the time. He's glad he can give her that though, it's the least she deserves to have.]