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[checkmychainyo]

[The PCD is positioned on a flat boulder, recording what looks to be a blank stone wall covered in ivy. After a few seconds, Kurapica moves into the frame from the PCD's position, and he sits down on a bit of rubble forming a slope against the wall. He's thought over this first (intentional) broadcast many times over, and he's finally decided on

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[bloodseal_soul]

Of course, what can I help you with?

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[checkmychainyo]

If possible, I wanted to know some things about Adstringendum and its history. Unfortunately, I have nothing to give in return. I hope that's alright.

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[bloodseal_soul]

No, it's fine! I never expect anything for answering questions, anyway. Nobody should be without all the information they can get.

Do you have more specific questions?

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[checkmychainyo]

Thank you. I agree that information should be made available.

Yeah. There's a center area on the map shaped much like a circle. I've heard it's nearly impossible to get into, and that it's called the Inner City. Could you tell me more about it?

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[mere_shopkeeper]

And how can a mere shopkeeper such as I be of service to you, ah...

[He knows your name, but he's going to pretend otherwise.]

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[checkmychainyo]

[Killua recommended...this guy. He reminds himself of Killua's description: "blond guy who wears this dumb green and white striped hat. He's big on projects. If he likes your idea, he'll be all over it."

He hopes Killua knows what he's doing. This guy seems a bit sly, like he's hiding some sort of...power, but he could just as easily be useless.]

Kurapica. [He says it with some impatience.] Before I divulge more, what is your opinion on cooperation?

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[mere_shopkeeper]

Ah, that would depend on what one is cooperating on, does it not, Kurapica-san~?

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[checkmychainyo]

[What a tricky person. His mannerisms are so like his friend Leorio, but at the same time, Leorio would dislike this man...]

Perhaps. [He gives Urahara a taste of what he's hoping to talk about.] What is your opinion of cooperating on escape from Adstringendum?

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[snarkypotions]

[The only reason Snape responds to this is because of Killua.]

What do you want to talk about?

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[checkmychainyo]

[The man's expression certainly begs no friendliness. That's fine. Kurapica isn't looking to make friends so much as trusted allies. And yes, there's a difference, especially with him.]

Before I divulge more, what's your opinion on cooperation?

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[snarkypotions]

My opinion is that you should stop wasting my time and get to the point. Otherwise, this conversation is at an end.

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[checkmychainyo]

[He'll just have to bank on Killua's trust this time.]

...Fine. I have listened to Killua's time here, and I suggested we begin to form a way to escape. From what I can infer, it's no easy feat [a.k.a., difficult as all hell], but I'd like to try it. We both agreed to start gathering information and alliances for this purpose.

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[feel_nevermore]

[...Killua? She wonders a moment why he didn't contact her directly instead of giving her name to someone else for them to do so. Also she doesn't know this guy but she has been pretty out of it for the past few days. He could be a new arrival. Someone from Killua's world because it seems like the only plausible reason why the boy would have "discussed" of important matters with a new arrival.]

I'm Raven.

[And she'll wait for him to introduce himself and explain what it is he wishes to talk about.]

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[checkmychainyo]

[He didn't expect the Raven Killua told him about to be so young, but then again, she seems only a little younger than him. Age doesn't concern him so much, anyway: he's trusted Gon and Killua with his life more times than he can count.]

Kurapica. Thank you for responding, but before I say any more, I need to know a few things. What's your opinion on cooperation?

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[feel_nevermore]

Nice to meet you.

[And a pause as she raises a sarcastic eyebrow. What a peculiar way to ask if she'd be willing to help him.] Is this a survey or something?

Anyway, my opinion is that it should always work both ways. And also that it does work much better when both parties have a common goal. [And last but not least.] I won't collaborate with people I don't trust to begin with or who're not let's say recommended by someone I do trust.

So... who's Killua for you? I assume you two are from the same world, right?

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[checkmychainyo]

[He leaves her earlier question unanswered. It may be better to just avoid telling her that he doesn't trust her yet either if he wants to gain her trust eventually.]

Yes. Killua and I are friends from the same world. I've trusted him with my life many times before, and he the same.

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[checkmychainyo]

[Kurapica blinks a few times.]

If you would, I'd very much appreciate it. But first, who are you?

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[checkmychainyo]

Nice to meet you.

Ah, I'd like to know whether you were part of the group of that broke into the Inner City not too long ago.