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[sufferinsappho]

The longer I remain here, the more I realize that this place isn't that different from home. We all must deal with everything that comes our way, and we all must cope with change. In some ways, it is actually more difficult in this world, for friends, lovers, and family come and go and we are helpless to do anything about it. We have to accept

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[afriendtosell]

Didn't know your job description included counselor.

[sufferinsappho]

That is because I'm not one. But I do make sure that people know I'm here if they need someone who will listen.

[afriendtosell]

Any taker's so far?

[sufferinsappho]

One. The rest are just giving me unwarranted compliments. [A pause.] You do know that you can also talk to me, right?

[afriendtosell]

Think there's some doors better shut than open, frankly.

But I'll remember it.

[sufferinsappho]

Well, if you've already reconciled with whatever's troubling you... [He can read into that however he wishes.]

The offer is always open.

[afriendtosell]

Let's switch the topic.

What's changed int he city since my last go with the ol' gal?

[sufferinsappho]

[Obvious evasion is obvious, but she lets it go.]

A lot has changed, but life here ultimately remains the same. You accept the disturbances, get through the crises, and move on.

[afriendtosell]

And any word about getting back? Still nothing?

[sufferinsappho]

Still nothing. [And she does sound a bit disappointed about that.]

[afriendtosell]

Figured as much.

[sufferinsappho]

How have you settled into the City the second time, John?

[afriendtosell]

Outside of the plagues, it's just like home.

[sufferinsappho]

Except for the people. Most of them are different.

[afriendtosell]

Superficially.

[sufferinsappho]

I meant most of the people dear to you remain back home.