voice; un: hakkai

[knowsvinewhip]

Please excuse the interruption.

[He says like he didn't wait until things seemed slightly less crazy to speak up. He's also speaking like this is some rehearsed form letter or something.]

My name is Hakkai, and I was told this was the best way to see if there was employment available. I realize we have up to two months provided for us, but I would like to become self-sufficient before that deadline approaches.

Would anyone happen to know if there are any clinics seeking a healer?

Barring that, I am quite a capable hand with domestic duties, haha! Or even tutoring, should the need arise, though I've come to believe my world is quite far behind others, and my information may, unfortunately be somewhat out of date.

Thank you in advance.

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un: gaine

[sangreine]

Apologies for the texting, I'm flying at the moment so a voice message would be difficult to decipher.

My husband's clinic might be able to use you. I'm sure he'll probably respond if he's able. [ On account of being frozen and all. She knows Shigeru is too but she's hoping neither of them are in such a bad way as to not be able to answer. ]

What sort of tutoring are you considering?

un: kantera, voice

[happydreamed]

The person you should speak to is Shigeru Miyata. He runs a small clinic that I happen to be employed at. We can always use another set of hands around.

[knowsvinewhip]

Oh, it's no trouble at all. Text is perfectly fine as well.

Thank you. I appreciate the information. Might I know his name? Or is there another way he would prefer to be contacted?

Ah, in my world, I mainly assisted children with their basic skills. Reading and writing, simple mathematics. That sort of thing.

[knowsvinewhip]

Ah, thank you! I would be happy to assist in any way.

Though I'm afraid I lack a resume, I can demonstrate my skills if necessary.

[sangreine]

My husband's name is Kantera, the clinic is run by a man called Shigeru. They're both wonderful, not that I'm in any way biased. It seems like he replied already, though it might be some time before he can meet up given what's going on. [ read: if he leaves bed while half frozen she'll scold him until the literal end of time. ]

I might like some help with literacy, depending on which languages you can write. I speak quite a few languages but my reading is well behind in some of them. Traveling lends itself to certain aspects of learning a language more than others, you know?

...Failing that I wouldn't mind some help learning to cook. If that's a possibility. I should warn you that it's a bit of an undertaking. [ (She's not nearly as bad as she thinks she is, the main obstacle is confidence.) ]

[knowsvinewhip]

I see, thank you again. I understand completely - it seems the problem has become quite widespread. Do things like this happen often?

[Is this like Trench had been, before? Some sort of corruption?]

Primarily Chinese. Though, I've been learning some more local dialects between China and India, here and there. I haven't had as much time as I'd have liked to practice, however. My companions and I have been on something of a lengthy journey of some urgency - so I can also understand how travel affects one's learning.

Of course! I have a great deal of time on my hands. [Being alone here and all, and trying not to dwell on that for longer than a few minutes.] I can assure you, I've helped far worse hands in the kitchen, regardless of your skill level.

[happydreamed]

I suspect many of us were brought here without our credentials in hand. Never fear.

[knowsvinewhip]

You make a valid point!

Still, the offer stands. Is there a time or a place you would prefer to meet?

[happydreamed]

Ah - at this particular moment, I'm afraid I've been sentenced to bedrest, and my beloved wife will be very cross if I leave my room, much less my house. Perhaps another time?

[sangreine]

It doesn't happen with all that concerning a frequency, so far.
Most of the dangers have been on quests or otherwise out in the segments, thankfully.

[ Distractions are exactly why she's asking too, despite having a very wide support network here her life is still a horror show. ]

Those options sound right up my alley. I speak Mandarin much better than I can write it, and my Cantonese is probably embarrassing all around, I only managed just enough to get by. I don't know any Indian languages at all since I never made it to that part of Asia, but I'd love to learn some. They say there's nothing like teaching someone else to make great gains yourself.

Your skills as a cooking teacher must be impressive if you can handle a disaster like me. I'm great with cutting things up, but that's about it. [ She's a pro at pointy things! ]

I'm Saya. And I should probably tell you now, I'm not human. I try to be upfront so no one is shocked. [ Also so if it's a deal breaker she can find out early. Nothing like getting close to someone and then they decide they're scared of you. ]

[knowsvinewhip]

Oh! I'm sorry to hear that. Please, take your time in recovery.

Upsetting one's partner is something that must be avoided at all costs, after all.

[knowsvinewhip]

I see. So the city itself tends to be safer than the outside areas, in regards to these phenomena?

[So the opposite of Trench completely, then.]

Ah, well, we haven't managed to get too far into the country. Not for lack of trying! Troubles keep appearing to waylay us. But what I do know, I'm more than willing to share - though you'll have to excuse any accent issues, ahaha.

That's a great starting point, actually. You would be surprised how many recipes can be prepared using only a knife and cutting board.

[Listen... the guys he hangs around with are barely above survival levels of cooking.]

Oh. Thank you for your honesty. Would it be too forward of me to ask what you would classify yourself as? [He's met a lot in the crazy world of Trench, Deer Country. There's just one that might actually be an issue...]

[sangreine]

[ Saya's previous residence was Hell and her occupation there was torture-ee, so her standards might be a bit off but she's being as honest as she can be. ]

Generally, yes. I won't promise there's no other danger, of course, but the quests inside the city tend to be tamer than those outside it. We had one incident of statues that became animated but they weren't so difficult to handle. There was one quest that exposed us to aphrodisiacs, which might bother some people. [ Not her, though. It was fun. ] If you see a quest that's not available to anyone under the age of 16, it's a safe bet that there's some risqué aspect involved.

[ Anyway. ]

The name of my species is Chiropteran. The closest word most are familiar with is a vampire, though if you're familiar with the stories I'm not very much like that. I only use willing blood donors, I promise. [ Outside of hypothetical status effects from quests and events and player plots under controlled conditions, that is, but her track record even in that situation is stunningly good. Anyone who knows her even in passing would attest to it. ]

[happydreamed]

Indeed. I don't wish to make her worry more than necessary, and this illness is quite troubling. None of my healing works on it.

[knowsvinewhip]

[... Aphro what now. Please kill him. That sounds absolutely mortifying. Of course, this is Hakkai, King of Stepford Smiles.]

My goodness, you certainly have a variety of incidents here, don't you! It's not much of a problem, however, I'm quite used to danger. Just another facet of life, really!

[Danger, bloodshed, assassins, and that was just what happened at home!]

[But, more importantly... not an answer he'd heard before, actually.] I must say, that's an unexpected answer. Though, I can safely say I'm not bothered over something like that.

[knowsvinewhip]

Has anyone else managed to do anything to help alleviate the symptoms?

[sangreine]

[ Meanwhile Saya and her husband took some of that tea to go. It's all in one's perspective on such matters. She knows some who would find the process objectionable though so no judgment, couldn't be her is all. ]

If you're used to dangerous conditions, then you'll be fine. Especially once you get good at your Seasonal abilities. I imagine someone accustomed to danger would be good at adapting and fighting with what's at hand. If you ever want to practice, I'd be glad to help. I'm not trying to barter for your teaching services or anything, I just enjoy sparring and practicing.

I'm glad. I understand when it makes people nervous, but it never feels very good to be rejected for the way I was born.

[knowsvinewhip]

Ah, yes, I should likely look into researching those as well. My healing ability appears to have followed me here, fortunately. But I've yet to explore those "seasonal" ones I've heard of.

So, yes, I would be very grateful for your assistance.

[Maybe he won't have to hold back, sparring with someone who isn't human. That would be interesting.]

For what it's worth - "vampires" aren't a terribly common "threat" where I come from. We have more pressing concerns, you see. I have no reason to be fearful, is what I'm attempting to say, haha.

voice; @glowbug

[invigorates]

It would seem others have already informed you of the clinic, at which I am a healer as well. It will be a pleasure to work alongside you, Hakkai. My name is Lioriley.

Is your expertise in mundane or magical healing, if I may ask?

[happydreamed]

Physical contact and affection provides a temporary relief.

[sangreine]

The seasonal abilities are very useful, especially if you want to go out beyond the city. Some of the monsters out there aren't effected by our natural abilities. That's pretty rare, but it happens.

Can I ask what season you were assigned? It shouldn't matter for my being able to assist, I've helped those who were not Summers with their abilities.

In the meantime I'm proficient with martial arts weapons and hand fighting, so either way.

[ He almost certainly won't need to hold back, Saya is a tiny pretty lady but she hits like a meteor and heals immediately as a passive ability, tough to beat (but it's possible). She has excellent control though so no injuries unless they agree to fight at that level. ]

I understand. If you're curious I don't mind answering most questions.
I'm pretty uncommon even among vampires. [ Just be prepared for a real sad story, friend ]

voice;

[knowsvinewhip]

Ah, thank you! I hope I can be of assistance. It's a pleasure to meet you, as well.

A bit of both, really. I do possess a healing ability, but I've learned a great deal of first aid. I wouldn't be able to heal as I do without understanding how bodies function.

[knowsvinewhip]

... Oh. I see.

I shall certainly leave that to those more familiar with you, hahah. But, regardless, I realize we have just met, but if there is any other assistance I can provide, please don't hesitate to inform me.

[knowsvinewhip]

I see. I'll be certain to take that into consideration. It would have been quite the nasty shock to run into such creatures unprepared! Is it only our natural abilities that they withstand, or are they also resistant to weaponry?

Oh, ah, Spring, I believe. That was the season I recall seeing upon regaining my senses.

[Which he assumes has something to do with another ability of his. One that he hopes won't see the light of day, here.]

How fortunate. Hand-to-hand is my preferred method as well. Though I'm a decent enough hand with smaller weapons, if the need arises.

[Oh he's hilarious.]

Should any occur to me, I certainly will. ^_^ Thank you for your candor.

[invigorates]

I will not be so bold as to claim this realm is safe, but we are never overwhelmed at the clinic thus far. ( better to have more healers around in case that changes though. )

Ah, wonderful. I am primarily a magic healer myself, though I have since learned a great deal about modern medicine between this realm and the last I was in.