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[ex_depaysement502]

[text]

First things first, let me introduce myself. My name is Juliet, I am a relatively recent arrival, and to those I have not met already, I extend a hello.

Before being spirited away to this tower, I worked as a tailor, and I'd rather my skills not fall into disuse. If you'd like someone to make you clothes-as I've noticed the lack of things provided-or if you'd like repair work, alterations, etc., talk to me. I'm sure we can work out an arrangement. If you require proof of my skill, I've made some pieces you can look at.

My room is on the first floor, number 17. I'm not averse to meeting elsewhere, if that suits you better. This offer will remain open for as long as I reside here.

Comments

[ex_depaysement502]

I have a solution.

Tell me about yourself and it will be your payment.

[calculatedfire]

I don't know much. I have amnesia, although someone from my world told me that my name is Ryuho, and that I was an alter user in the service of HOLY. I don't remember having an alter however.

The last eight months, I was wandering the Lost Ground. A few weeks ago I was rounded up by slavers, but when brought to the mines, I revolted and beat them because they threatened a child. I've been defending the building since then.

[ex_depaysement502]

Save the rest for later, I don't expect you to tell me everything at once. Besides, we need to meet to discuss what you would like made.

[calculatedfire]

Where would you like to meet?

[ex_depaysement502]

Where's convenient for you?

[calculatedfire]

Perhaps the cafeteria would be the best.

[ex_depaysement502]

And the time?

[calculatedfire]

Are you available later this afternoon?

[ex_depaysement502]

Certainly. I'll see you then.

[calculatedfire]

Alright.

(Do you want to action?}

[ex_depaysement502]

[[ooc: Sure, if you'd like to! Otherwise I'm perfectly fine with handwaving.]]

[calculatedfire]

[Ryuho will arrive at the resturant slightly ahead of schedule, carrying a bag over one shoulder.]

[ex_depaysement502]

[She shows up after meeting with Kankuro, getting herself a cup of tea before looking for the man she had spoken to over the terminal. Notebook under her arm so she could add to her list of requests, she smiles when she sees him, walking over.]

It's nice to meet you in person.

[calculatedfire]

Likewise.

[Ryuho nodded to her politely. He was not comfortable wearing the skintight suit that he had woken up with, and was wearing the same sleeveless shirt and pants that he had wandered the desert with. Both were looking threadbare and worn.]

[ex_depaysement502]

So, to business. What were you looking to get made or fixed?

[calculatedfire]

I do not think that what I am wearing will last much longer. I either need a new set of clothing, or adjustments to what I have. I do have a HOLY uniform, but I would rather remove the insignia, since I do not remember being part of the unit.

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[ex_depaysement502]

Adjustments would naturally cost less than a whole new outfit-I can do both, but from the way you speak I assume you would want the insignia on the uniform removed before considering a new set, as it would give you something besides what you have.

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[calculatedfire]

That would be preferrable, yes. If you can save the patches, I would appreciate it.

[ex_depaysement502]

Is that what you brought with you in the bag?

[calculatedfire]

Yes.

[Ryuho takes out the blue and white uniform from the bag. It's still starched and unworn.]

[ex_depaysement502]

[She doesn't ask permission before touching it, examining the fabric and the patches.]

This shouldn't take long at all. I could have it back to you by the end of the day.

[calculatedfire]

And what is it that you would like for payment? You ask questions about mne, but unfortunately, I don't know much about me anymore.

[ex_depaysement502]

...Tell me a happy story. That's what I ask.

[calculatedfire]

[Ryuho actually had to stop and think for a moment. So much of his recennt history, and basically what he could remember had been turbulent.]

The people in my village are building a mill. Since the slavers have been driven back, the people now own the mines and have imported animalsa and seeds to begin farming.

[He goes into more detail, listing all the ways that the misery of slavery had become hope, and the new beginnings available for the outlanders.]

[ex_depaysement502]

[She listens intently, not just because she asked for this as payment but because she's really interested, taking a sip from her tea from time to time. The lives of others have always fascinated her so, gathering information aside, and she loves happy stories.]