week 4, tuesday

[18x0]

[Akane has been spending some time in the lobby, lying on the couch to keep her sprained ankle elevated and waiting for a moment when none of the other guests happen to be around. Once the moment arrives, she gets up and approaches Craftly at the front desk.]

Do you have a moment? I'd like to ask you about a few things.

Comments

[18x0]

Well, yes, but...

[She covers her mouth, suddenly speechless. This is so far beyond what she'd expected.]

This changes everything.

[abhoth]

Does it truly, Akane?

[18x0]

Of course it does! If everyone gets to go back afterwards... I have nothing to lose.

[abhoth]

[He smiles at that, crooked.]

Then I take it you've decided to partake.

[18x0]

[She pauses, the sudden burst of energy fading a little, and sighs.]

I have the chance to save six billion people, Craftly. Regardless of the price, I can't refuse to take it.

[abhoth]

Ah, now that's the spirit.

[Just. Finishes his own drink.]

Unfortunately, we're far too overbooked for this week. Perhaps the next week, Akane, should your desire to save six billion lives be as strong as it is today... You will pay my employer's price.

[18x0]

Perhaps.

[She offers him a tight, joyless smile and stands up.]

Thank you answering my questions. Let's talk again some other time.

[abhoth]

Of course. I will be waiting until then.