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trash the stampede ([personal profile] featherduster) wrote in [community profile] savetheearth2014-04-08 09:10 pm

( one ) smartphone / video

[ Eriks doesn't know why he puts the number into his phone. It's been a constant presence at the back of his head for a good week now, sure, but he's made an art out of ignoring it. No, more accurately, he doesn't notice he's put the number into his phone until his thumb has already done it: having already scrolled through everything that needs reading in the morning (work emails, the news, Tumblr of course—), he's left with nothing to do but fidget. And fidget he does, right into a goldmine of information that his bosses would skin a man for.

He forgets all about the eggs cooking on the stove and deposits himself in a kitchen chair, skim reading like no one has ever skim read before. Watches a few videos, follows a few links, listens to a few audio posts, and gleans too much and too little all at once. He can already tell his nights will be occupied with plenty of reading material for many weeks to come. Sleep? Not anymore, bud.

Still... reading is one thing. Watching is another. But conversation is absolutely indispensable, and he needs to talk with these people. But he needs to approach it carefully. Delicately. And, from the looks of things, not mention that whole 'with the Feds' thing.

With this in mind, he flips his phone camera to video, puts on his best charming smile, and initiates First Contact with exactly as much seriousness as he should. ]


Ladies and gentlemen, hello! I admit my disappointment that this isn't the beautiful, mysterious barista's phone number I thought it was, since I was pretty sure I memorized it. I guess she gave me a fake number, after all...

But here's the good news: this eligible bachelor has just become available in your undercover supernatural neighborhood! I enjoy long walks on the beach and extended discourse on the virtues of life and love. Hours of illuminating conversation are 100% free of charge, and there's even a platonic package available for the less daring. Inquire within for further details.

[ A beat, as black smoke billows from the abandoned frying pan behind him. He doesn't turn, doesn't even shift, but there's a brief second of tragicomedy in his expression when the smell of eggs-cum-charcoal hits his nose. How long has he been... ah, hell.

Composure utterly unwavering, ]


—And whoever recommends the best diner will receive a limited edition free coffee! Act now while supplies last; you'd be a fool to pass this one up, folks!

I apologize for the (exciting) interruption and you may now return to your usual programming.

[ Gives a winning smile as the video goes off — and then topples the chair (and very nearly the table) in his scramble to deal with what was once his breakfast.

Quite the catch, ladies and gentlemen, don't miss out!! ]
chernobolt: (☆ brighter than a shooting star)

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[personal profile] chernobolt 2014-04-09 04:33 am (UTC)(link)
[after looking at the majority of the replies he's gotten so far, she can't help but laugh and make a little joke]

I am sorry that I am breaking the pattern of your responses here by being a stranger! Are you undamaged from the, ah, destruction of your meal?
chernobolt: (☆ then it's time for you to shine)

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[personal profile] chernobolt 2014-04-09 05:23 am (UTC)(link)
[she claps her hands together, choosing to. just not comment on those compliments at all because she has nooo idea what to do with them]

Glorious! I should have hated for your first introduction to our group to end in such misfortune for you. It can be overwhelming enough as it is!
chernobolt: (☆ and open them)

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[personal profile] chernobolt 2014-04-09 03:05 pm (UTC)(link)
It is nothing quite so significant as that! I simply know that it can be a bit much to experience this place for the first time, so I try to help as best I can.

[she shrugs, accompanied with a small smile]

But please, do not feel any trepidation because of the topics at hand! It is simply...very relevant for many of us. I have even been able to keep a notebook on the various alien life that others have been in their pasts!
chernobolt: (☆ way up in the air you're finally free)

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[personal profile] chernobolt 2014-04-10 03:09 am (UTC)(link)
Is it not the most fascinating thing you have ever heard? When I first was told of this I almost threw the roof!

[...went through the roof, but whatever. Kara's bouncing in her seat now; it's obvious that this is a topic she's pretty passionate about]

I have been so very fortunate that those on the network have allowed me to take the notes.
chernobolt: (☆ way up in the air you're finally free)

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[personal profile] chernobolt 2014-04-10 03:15 pm (UTC)(link)
It is all very much worth it, I can assure you! Even if I were not interested in the space and all of the things I could apply to the study of it here, the people of the network have been some of the most lovely people I have met in this city.

[she beams]

It is a good club to be a part of. I have made many wonderful friends here and hope for more in the future!
chernobolt: (☆ brighter than a shooting star)

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[personal profile] chernobolt 2014-04-11 03:53 am (UTC)(link)
[wait ok no she wants to be teasing and funny too. Kara tries her best to put on a sort of hard-to-get tone and expression, but it's completely ruined by the way she has to press her hand to her mouth to stop the giggles from escaping]

That is most intriguing! I do not know if I can accept immediately, however - I have a great deal of applications to sort through.
chernobolt: (☆ way up in the air you're finally free)

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[personal profile] chernobolt 2014-04-11 04:50 am (UTC)(link)
[what is he...

oh my god.

Kara can't contain the giggles anymore and for a solid chunk of time she completely dissolves into laughter, head dipping forward towards the camera as she tries to visually mitigate them at the very least.

when she finally gets herself together she sits upright once more, a huge grin still plastered across her face]


I do not think that I have any choice but to accept such an offering! But please, what does a 'love crusader' do?
chernobolt: (☆ and open them)

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[personal profile] chernobolt 2014-04-15 02:12 am (UTC)(link)
You are very fortunate to have been able to pursue such a wonderful task as your career! I am a little envious.

[it's kind of difficult to tell if Kara's aware that this is a facetious job here or not, but she's prrrrrobably still just being silly]

And you are certainly very skilled at it! Although I am not exactly the most difficult of targets, I must admit.
chernobolt: (☆ brighter than a shooting star)

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[personal profile] chernobolt 2014-04-30 03:42 am (UTC)(link)
...I suppose that you are right. Simply helping those who have recently connected or undergone a serious change does not seem to be such a remarkable thing to be, but that is likely exactly what you mean.

[she laughs]

If that is the case, I hope that I will be receiving my delayed paychecks now that I have realized I am employed!
chernobolt: (☆ then it's time for you to shine)

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[personal profile] chernobolt 2014-05-01 02:52 am (UTC)(link)
This is wonderful news! [she claps her hands together] I am certain that any aid you are able to render will be most sincerely appreciated.
chernobolt: (☆ way up in the air you're finally free)

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[personal profile] chernobolt 2014-05-03 02:08 am (UTC)(link)
Oh, glorious! It just so happens that I have a fairly comprehensive list of thrilling tales on just such a subject!

[she laughs]

I would also offer to bring along my notebook on alien life, but I believe that my papers for the finals may have consumed it for the time being.