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--on? I don't think I'll ever-- oh, it says its recording.

[Lizzie pulls away from the camera so that her face is visible, but she's holding it at an odd tilt, betraying her lack of knowledge with technology. For one brief moment uncertainty flashes in her eyes, but then she is smiling politely and speaking confidently.]

Good day, everyone. I hope this finds you well, and that you've been able to settle down properly. My name is Elizabeth Middleford, and, like you, I've been brought here very suddenly from my own time and world. There are some things I've noticed that I'd like to ask about, now that I have the chance.

Firstly, is there anyone here that was taken as far back as the late 19th century around Queen Victoria's reign? I was taken from the year 1890 and I would very much like to make the acquaintance of anyone who was from that time, or any English gentlemen or ladies in general.

Secondly, seeing as we have several young ladies like myself in this city, I would like to extend my hand in friendship to you all and suggest something of a boarding house for us to live or spend time together in. In my time, boarding schools were meant to give its residents a sense of community with each other, as well as offer emotional support. I believe many of us could benefit from that in this city. If anyone is interested, I'll see to finding us an appropriate building and other such business things so we can all be settled comfortably as soon as possible.

[She pauses, and then a fierce blush rises over her cheeks despite her efforts to remain composed.]

Lastly...as I am from an older time than most, I find that my outfits and dress are...well, equally as outdated in comparison to the other ladies here. A-And I am very, very sorry and ashamed to bring up such a private and embarrassing matter over such a public forum, but I will need help getting dressed in the morning. I, um...I need someone to lace up my corset, you see, it's very difficult to do on one's own, my maid Paula usually did it for me back at home...but as Paula isn't here, I would be grateful to any young lady who could spare a few minutes every morning to help lace me up.

[Cheeks still burning from humiliation, Lizzie gives the camera a small nod before fumbling and turning it off.]

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Would we need all four to make it comfortable for anyone living inside of it?

There are no heroes, only men. [ His tone is stern, like that of an old warrior lecturing neophytes. For the scarred, craggy man, with slightly too large to be human features... that is exactly what he's doing. ]

And very well. How do you think we could best make acquaintance?

[She tilts her head in acknowledgement, having no opinion either way of what he prefers they be called.]

Perhaps your name, sir?

Cerberus. [ The wolfhound at the gate of hell. Quite an odd name for the warrior, in a way, though there may be something of the loyal dog about him. ]

[Her eyebrows arch upwards before she smiles brightly, dipping into a curtsy. What a small world.]

It is a pleasure to meet you, Sir Cerberus.

The pleasure is mine, mamzel. [ He doesn't really make any gesture, one way or another. The Grey Knight isn't really used to courtly human manners, being of the rough and tumble Luna Wolves. ]

My fiancé was known as a guard dog in my time, I find it a little quaint how I meet another 'guard dog' here. I hope we can be good friends.

As you wish, Mamzel. [ Humans, particularly females, how does he deal? Well, mostly by being confused. ]

[It's okay, she can do all the talking for you.]

By the way, what language is that? And what does 'mamzel' mean?

Low gothic, of course. The common language of the Imperium of Man. Mamzel is how an unmarried woman is addressed.

Edited 2012-09-20 11:49 (UTC)

Eh... [He understands that he's better off not trying to understand it, but that's better left alone.]

Name's Brainstorm.

Not really, all four are needed to charge the distortion fields and keep the defense systems at paranoid level in case something happened.

So do I, I guess. Where I'm from, fairies are really small. They fit into bottles!

That sounds delightful. [Hooray for tea!] My abode is found in Libra 5-03.

[Really, this is quite exciting for Kanaya. Technically, it was the first time she's ever had a friend over, and even though it's not really her hive and they've only just met a little while ago, she's still bubbling with anticipation. After this meeting is over, she noted, I simply must get this hivestem cleaned up. It was perfectly neat anyhow for want of possessions; the only things out were her sewing machine and a few sketchbooks, which she had taken to making designs in because the real things were out of her budget at the moment.]

[That was another thing on her never-ending to do list. Find a job. Hugely intimidating, and to be honest, she'd been putting it off for a little while, but it was getting to the point where she simply couldn't carry on with these meager earnings...]

It will always remain open. Technology can be very confusing no matter what time you're from. I myself am from the year 2010, and even though some is very similar, there's a lot that I'm unfamiliar with as well. [Her smile is easy and comforting. She couldn't imagine herself in Elizabeth's position, surrounded by a million different things.]

A petition is a good start. I'm not sure if the natives run businesses are kind to an idea like sponsorships, but it would be another way to fund the project. The city may have regulations and rules regarding rental of properties to the people that have just arrived here, so it could be an alternative.

[She isn't surprised to hear about someone having a ship considering that she found her motorcycle in her room, but she's still curious.] May I ask what kind of ship it is?

[...She's really sure her brother was supposed to have been an attendant to a guest from the Victorian Era, instead of the current one. He would've fit better there.]

I see. Continuing on, if you need teachers I am sure my siblings and I - or my siblings, at least - can be of use to you.

Then it shouldn't be too hard to stop by when you need it.

I'm fine. [He makes a pause, watching the girl on the feed carefully.] ... You seem better, too.

[Yuusei takes a moment to think about where to start. Granted, he's familiar with most technologies more than enough to provide specific explanation for how they work, but the question is how to make it understandable for the girl from centuries ago...]

Good job figuring that out. [It really must have been difficult, yes.] Is there anything you'd like explained first?

Into bottles? But why would you want to bottle them? Isn't that a bit rude?

Why, Kanaya dear, you're right next door!

[Lizzie laughs delightedly, clapping.]

Is it alright if I come over right now, then?

It shan't? Which room are you in, Miss Minako?

Oh, defense systems do sound useful. Would we have some of that with just one engine? Because if so then perhaps this could work out! Shall we meet up and talk about where we can get things set up?

Hello, Mister Brainstorm. [At least, she thinks he's a sir, she can't really tell since he's a robot.]

You really are much bigger than I thought you were at first glance!

Oh yes, I would really appreciate it if any of you could. Kanaya, one of the girls I've met here, is organizing the school with me, and we believe we should hold interviews. Would that be alright with you, Miss Elizabeth?

[A smile plays over her lips.]

You say of course but I'm afraid I don't know where the Imperium of Man is...

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