Seventh summoning [text] - Women are like silver

[knew_anyway]

Things have been progressing well. However, Adstringendum, I would like to ask your opinion on a conflict of ethics

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[marsfireignite]

[She was going to launch into how she felt about his original inquiry until she received the other private text message. And she stared at it. And stared at it some more.

And finally, she turns on the video feed, blinking.]

Did you just ask me out on an attachment to a public notice.

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[knew_anyway]

[Oh god, video, HE IS NOT GOOD WITH THAT RIGHT NOW. But. Smooth. Refined. Calm.

And he looks a bit worse for the wear. Maybe a little less sleep, maybe a little too much reading books by candlelight, but Nat definitely seems like he could use some time to just- destress for awhile. Maybe, I don't know, sleep.]

I- [Oh god, was she upset? He swallows hard.] -it was an important notice.

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[marsfireignite]

[She stares at him for another moment or two. Was he nervous? ...wow. Alright. Scrapping the gameplan of asking whether or not this was a joke.]

...you won't sleep but you'll go to a dance.

[She won't make it that easy.]

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[knew_anyway]

Social functions can be just as important as research.

[Rubbing a little awkwardly at the back of his neck.]

Being someone who hides in the shadows for weeks on end would not be conclusive to getting the public's trust. It's important to be seen enjoying myself like any other person.

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[kurigohan]

[Research? Finally something from her area of interest. That was actually something she could help with.]

If you need researchers, I believe I can prove useful, as I have experience in the science field. My name is Makise Kurisu and I'm pleased to make your acquaintance, mr. Mandrake.

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[knew_anyway]

That would be most beneficial. It's a pleasure to meet you as well.

If I may ask, what areas of science are you most familiar with?

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[kurigohan]

My forte is neurobiology as that's mainly what I've been studying but I have some knowledge about Physics and other sciences. I enjoy doing laboratory work but I doubt there's a lab here in Adstringendum... unless there actually is one and I haven't been informed?

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[knew_anyway]

A physics expert would be greatly appreciated here. Any ways to test the basic and advanced laws in Adstringendum.

Most of the active labs seem to be occupied, but I can employ my servant to help you create or repair one.

[law_of_reason]

[Had been mostly indifferent-to-dismissive of any mentions of a police force, but research always gets his attention.]

What could you even offer to a scientist, for that sort information or assistance?

[knew_anyway]

Equipment.

[He purses his lips.]

What little of it we may be able to scrap up. Multiple people working together often gets faster results as well. And the self satisfaction of helping the community grow.

[law_of_reason]

I already have a lab. And as long as my subjects survive I don't care what happens to the 'community.'

If people are actually willing to be useful that's different- but I hardly have any reason to believe that.

[marsfireignite]

We don't want to be dissected.

[Flatly.

No, she cannot keep her mouth shut. Ever.]

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[knew_anyway]

[His voice is terse.]

Completely different circumstances. You spirits would murder humans when given half the chance anyway- often times, our orders are the only thing keeping spirits from consuming children. The intent is clearly there.

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[knew_anyway]

Yeah? Well you-

[And the feed is over and John grits his teeth and throws his PCD against the wall. Stupid demons. Give them an inch and they take a mile.]

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[feel_nevermore]

Equipment?

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[knew_anyway]

If it's an issue, I'll deal with it myself.

[He rubs at his temples.]

But you can't expect people to operate without equipment. As a benefit to joining us, I believe we should do what we can to help their research.

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[feel_nevermore]

Who said it was an issue? I was just asking what you meant by that.

[So defensive, John. Raven looks away.]

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[knew_anyway]

[A pause, and then his shoulders sag a little.]

...I'm sorry, Raven.

[He takes a deep breath, and he really does look about five minutes from dropping on the spot.]

With everything, lately- I didn't mean to snap at you. I'm just- used to people trying to challenge everything I do here.