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[luke_triton]

[The feed turns on, and whatever Luke is doing the ground must not be steady, because the image is shaking. He looks like he hasn't slept much in the last day, and his sweater is smudged and dirty

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[waytoopatient]

...Oh, Luke...

[Ran frowns. She remembers how important the professor is to him.]

I'm so sorry.

[luke_triton]

It's okay.

[He's trying to sound convincing, Ran. Really. It's not that convincing, when his face is all red and it's clear he's upset, but still.]

[waytoopatient]

[No, it isn't. It doesn't take a genius to be able to tell...]

Someone else will organize the supply runs. We'll figure it out...don't worry.

For now, we should make sure you're all right.

Is...is anyone else with you?

[luke_triton]

[Luke smiles crookedly, and rubs his eyes again, still trying to be convincing.]

Well...w-we should figure it out soon. Otherwise we'll run out of things f-fast.

[Luke straightens his hat, swallowing.]

Just me and Claire for now..

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[lotsoftalent]

[Poor boy, he looked pretty distraught.]

I'm sorry to hear that. Though it's probably for the best right? Even though he'll be missed.

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[luke_triton]

[Luke nods, frowning.]

It is for the best. He's been here a l-long time.

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[libertyfuckyeah]

Hey, it'll be okay Luke. Your home ain't bad, right? Just try and think positive even if you miss someone.

You know what helps me feel better?

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[libertyfuckyeah]

[ he holds up a joint ]

Want a hit?!

[ WORST. INFLUENCE. EVER. ]

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[luke_triton]

Home isn't bad. But I moved..s-so I won't see him anymore there, either..

[Hit?]

What's a...hit? Wouldn't a hit..hurt?

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[libertyfuckyeah]

There's always the phone!

Nah, not too bad. You'll cough a lot but the result is worth that minute of feeling like you're choking!

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[battledancing]

So he's gone, huh? [Her own tone is quiet, nearly sad, even, and not just out of sympathy for Luke. The Professor was a good friend to her, as well.]

I suppose we should try to be happy for him.

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[luke_triton]

[Luke nods sheepishly.]

We should...he'd been here a long time.

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[battledancing]

Hmm. And I'm sure he was needed back home, as well.

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[luke_triton]

[Luke nods weakly.]

Mmhm...I suppose you're right.

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[noblemen]

Perhaps he's gone and will try to bring back help, or seek a way to allow the others back to their respective worlds? The very least he may do is alert the appropriate authorities.

[ With a slightly sympathetic smile. ] Not to worry, dear boy, I'm sure it's all for the best.

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[luke_triton]

[Now this, this was a harder conversation to have. If only because England spoke a lot like the Professor, too. There's a moment of Luke just staring at the video, trying to make some semblance of a face that isn't twisted in panic.]

Maybe..

B-but people usually go home and don't remember being here at all.

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[noblemen]

Well... [ He bows his head slightly, pursing his lips a moment, then furrows his brows together. It's a few moments before he smiles up at the device and shakes his head. ]

It just means you're going to have to find your own way out now, lad. But you won't be alone, and it won't be long until we have you back home, all right? I want that frown right off your face; positive thoughts, m'boy. We'll find a way out, and you can make the Professor proud, yes?

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[luke_triton]

[England you sound way too much like the Professor. Your help is much appreciated, but unfortunately you aren't really helping. After a moment, he rubs his eyes and tries to smile. It's not convincing. Points for effort?]

I'll try my best...!