UN: Wayfuring - Voice (February 4th)

[albionchanged]

Hullo.

This...is for anyone who knows Max, but...


He's gone back to our world again for now. I know it will only be a few days, but just in case someone was looking for him. Or had plans.

...that's all.

Comments

un:happyaround

[roundandaround]

Oh... He'll come back, right? He's gonna be okay?

Re: un:happyaround

[albionchanged]

He'll come back. I hope he's going to be okay.

How are you feeling?

[roundandaround]

Okay. I've been mostly able to get around without a walker or chair now. And I'm gonna take Neechan and the kids on a weekend trip coming up 'cause her birthday's coming and we all need some time to rest.

I'm worried, though. Every time someone goes back to your world, something bad happens to them.

[albionchanged]

I'm glad to hear that. You all deserve a nice time for her birthday. And I'll be happy when you don't need either at all.

I'm also worried. Because I think he gets the worst of it. And...I'm worried things will start over again and he'll be even further ahead.

[roundandaround]

Start over? You mean like a time loop type thing, Esme-kun?

[albionchanged]

No. Like things start over but everything is different. Except him. Because he's separated.

[roundandaround]

Like... the whole world changes whenever he goes back in time? And no one's the same?

[Hina curiously flies over, wearing a little helmet over her head, and squeaks. Rinku gathers her into a hug.]

That sounds like it'd be really lonely.

[albionchanged]

I don't think he does it. But that he doesn't start over with it so he's the only one that remembers. I think it must be very lonely.

But the world does change.

[roundandaround]

And even you change?

[albionchanged]

I do. I think I only remember because I'm here. Maybe my memories would be weird if I suddenly didn't remember the stuff I knew before.

[roundandaround]

So you're kinda like... you and also other you and other other you, all at once?

[albionchanged]

Yes? I came here originally with things I don't remember owning. So I think things started over more than once for me, but I only remember now and last time.

Which is when I met Max.

[roundandaround]

Huh... That'd be kinda sad. Wait, is that bad to say about someone's world?

[albionchanged]

No. It makes me as sad to think how many friends we lose each time as it makes me worry for Max period.

[roundandaround]

[Hina squeaks in distress. People should have more friends, not fewer!]

Esme-kun... Do you want us to come over?

text, un: shadowofdeath

[andiscream]

The wish granter, yes?

[If it's that Max well, they're still waiting on him calling in a favour after all.]

Re: text, un: shadowofdeath

[albionchanged]

Wish-granter? I suppose so. He does make deals.

[andiscream]

Yes, I know of him. We have unfinished business, so I do hope you are correct that he will be back.

[albionchanged]

Oh.

He will. He's still in the network. It's happened before. To both of us.

[andiscream]

I see, well. My prayers that he returns unharmed, then.

[albionchanged]

That's kind of you. I think he'll appreciate that.

[andiscream]

Hm, well the blessings of a god means more than others after all. So he should.

[albionchanged]

...a god?

[andiscream]

Yes, I am the Goat. Shadow of the God of Death, the Lamb, and thus a god as well.

[albionchanged]

That explains your name.

Well, it's nice to meet you...how should I speak of you? As the Goat, or Lord or...?

[Talking to gods isn't something he's well-versed in.]

[andiscream]

Just Goat is fine, unless you'd like to become part of the flock? Then more reverent terminology would be needed.

[Don't join a cult, Esme.]

[albionchanged]

I don't know if I'm in a place to think on that. I'm still dealing with godly stuff from home.

[Esme is perfect cult target material.]

I'm Esme, by the way.

[andiscream]

Well, if you ever do... The Lamb and myself are kind gods. We prefer our faithful to be happy and hale, for a cult formed by fear is not one that can last.

[The Goat will give it a good old college try at least.]

A pleasure then, Esme.

[albionchanged]

That seems...much simpler and more appealing than what I grew up with, I'll admit.

If I can help in whatever Max's business is, please also let me know. I would like to help.

[andiscream]

It is best to keep things simple, at least back home? Where life is much more dangerous than here.

[And Followers are much stupider.]

Then, when he returns tell him to call in his favour with the Goat. I grow tired of waiting.

[albionchanged]

It seems like many of our worlds are more dangerous than here. Even with the big threat here.

[Esme can't judge stupidity. He's got decent instincts, but only one braincell to power them.]

I'll do that once I'm sure he's alright. How long have you waited?

[andiscream]

That is unfortunate to learn.

And since the time of the music ritual.

[They mean October.]

[albionchanged]

It is. A lot of people here deserve better.

[Give him a second.]

You mean since October? I suppose that is a decent wait to be asked a favor. Okay, I'll be sure to remind him for you then.

[andiscream]

Yes, it has been over 100 days. Thank you, Esme.

[The Goat doesn't measure time in, like, weeks, months or years. Just days.]

un: 六耳獼猴, private

[castaside]

I'm so sorry, Esme. If you want company, I'll stay with you until he gets back.

Re: un: 六耳獼猴, private

[albionchanged]

I don't want to take all of your time. But I would like the company.

Re: un: 六耳獼猴, private

[castaside]

Don't worry about that. I insist on keeping you company for as long as you'll have me and/or until Max gets back.

How is, I don't know, right now?

Re: un: 六耳獼猴, private

[albionchanged]

[That gets a chuckle.]

I won't say no then. Though as long as I'd have you would be forever if I was being honest about it, so best not to leave it to my choice.

Now would be nice.

Re: un: 六耳獼猴, private

[castaside]

"You're too cute, even at a time like this. Now it is, and we'll see about forever. Portal incoming."

A few seconds later, Macaque steps out of his shadow portal wherever Esme happens to be. He wordlessly his his arms out.

UN: Victoria Housekeeping

[wolfishlycharming]

Even if it is only temporary, I am here for you in the interim. Should you wish for company.

Re: UN: Victoria Housekeeping

[albionchanged]

Can I visit today or tomorrow?

Re: UN: Victoria Housekeeping

[wolfishlycharming]

Of course you may. Please alert me and I will prepare tea and food, if you are hungry.

Re: UN: Victoria Housekeeping

[albionchanged]

I will.

Should I bring anything?

Re: UN: Victoria Housekeeping

[wolfishlycharming]

You need only bring yourself. I will gladly provide all you request and require.

Re: UN: Victoria Housekeeping

[albionchanged]

Every time we talk, I'm grateful you're here, Lycaon.

Video UN: Sourpuss

[luckynumber13]

Let me know if you need any help when he gets back...or while he's gone I guess.