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[Ace is sitting and staring, brows furrowed a little. This whole situation has really gotten him frustrated. He went from either dying, or being damn close to it, to this. And while he's absolutely fine with not having his life ended, there's no amount of questions that are unanswered and he's worried for the people left behind. He really did screw up, there was so much he could have done differently, so much trouble he could have saved for those who had to suffer because of his choices and convictions. He's not even sure that his attempt to save his brother worked, and he's not certain he can handle not knowing if those left behind will be okay or not.

It's easier to live without regrets when death is actually the end and you don't have to experience any further consequences.

And now, he's got this second chance but it's overwhelming somehow. He's not going to take for granted a round two at life, but where to go from here when everything is so new and different is exhausting to think about. And somehow exciting too. He's got an idea of what he needs to do, but he's still a little in shock about the whole situation.

After about a minute, he realizes that he's been filming himself, and actually decides to speak.]

Okay, so I'm-[Ace stops mid-sentence, and his head rolls back at an awkward angle. And he starts to snore, while the camera just keeps recording. This goes on for quite a while, unfortunately. And then as suddenly as he passed out, he jerks upright again and blinks. It's a confusing day as is, and narcolepsy doesn't help with that.] Damn. Happened again. Anyway, I'm Ace. If you've got any good information that might help a guy out, I might make it worth your while. [He probably won't.]

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I figure that secrets are only good to keep when they're the kind that hurt people, and beating around the bush doesn't help anyone. [She's fun, he decides. Not quite someone he's used to, but this place keeps surprising him.] That's just exhausting. Life's too short for that crap.

[He nods.] Yeah, I'll ask him. Thanks for the information.

Mm... [She hums thoughtfully, tilting her head again while she chews on that notion. Sometimes secrets are a necessity, but... No, she decides, overall he's got it right.]

I know some people might not agree, but I'd imagine they've never had somebody's life riding on the secret. Or their own, for that matter. Here, though?

[She gestures with a nod of her head to the window behind her, indicating the city at large.]

It's a little bit different. Some things which needed to be kept a secret back home don't matter here at all. It's... Interesting to get used to.

Hmm, maybe. I don't put a lot of thought into other people, and what their hang ups are. But I'm not gonna put someone at risk. [He puts a hell of a lot more thought into it than he'd admit to, but he's truthful. A free life isn't something that he wants just for him. And while he might want to take out someone who deserves it, he also doesn't have a single bit of interest in doing it in a dirty or manipulative fashion. Only a coward uses something like that against their opponent.]

Yeah, a lot of things are different. I guess it's just gonna take time. [He wants to enjoy the city, but he's also pretty nervous still. And working through a lot.] Hey. Do you like it here?

[The question's so unexpected that Rowan leans back slightly from her camera in surprise, then chuckles.]

You'll settle in, don't worry. I wasn't thrilled to be here at first, honestly-- I was worried for my sister, angry that I didn't have a say in whether I could leave or not, things like that. But Namur explained the situation to me in a way I could understand, which helped a lot-- And of course, working with the Jolly Eddy's crew gave me a place to feel like I belonged.

[Ultimately, though, it's up to the individual. If somebody else wants to beat their head against a wall rather than learn to adapt, she's not going to be the one to stop them. She shrugs, relaxing again and taking a sip of her coffee.]

It's nice enough here, once you get used to it all-- And by the sounds of things, you've got plenty of family here to help you adjust, when you're ready.

[For Ace, it's an important question. He want to know how everyone is dealing with this place, if it's somewhere worth being, if it's a punishment or a second chance. He listens, and nods, and he isn't surprised in the least that the Jolly Eddy's crew reached out and gave someone a feeling of family. It was kind of pushed into them, the importance of brotherhood or in this situation sibling-hood, and that bond and need to solidify their work relationships into something more important has stuck around.] You've got a sister? I'm worried for my brother who's back home too.

[Ah, well here at least is a problem she can help with. Rowan shakes her head as she swallows another sip of coffee, offering Ace a gentle smile a moment later.]

Don't be. Namur explained it all to me, and everyone else here seems to say the same thing. Essentially, even though it feels like you got taken from your world and brought here... Well, you did, sort of, but... Not, really? I don't know if time just stays still and waits for us to go back, or if the version of us that's here isn't the same as the one that's there, but...

[She pauses, letting out a frustrated little huff of breath. While not unintelligent by any means, Rowan can definitely accept when some things are out of her usual scope of focus.]

...Hell, you might just want to ask Namur about that, too. I'm not doing a very good job of explaining it. Either way, don't worry too much-- I don't, even if it does feel strange not looking out for my sister every day.

Nah, you did great. I just think that it's something beyond what I can ask and understand. [He's just too out of his element, and although he's sharp minded he's just not in the kind of smarts that can easily grasp what she's saying and handle it. It'll take him time to work this through his head.] Thanks, though. Really. I'm glad for the help.

My pleasure. [She offers up a sheepish smile, one shoulder raising briefly in a little half-shrug. She still doesn't feel like she managed much of an explanation, but hopefully she's at least given Ace a point to start working from.]

I suppose I ought to let you get back to whatever you were doing-- I just wanted to say hello, since Namur was so excited to see you back in the city again. If there's anything else I can do to help you get settled in a little better, I hope you won't hesitate to ask.

I wasn't doing anything important, really! But thanks for saying hi, I'm glad I got to meet you. [He's got mischief to make, and booze to drink, but this little talk actually made a difference to him.] Yeah, I think I'll be okay, but thanks. You're great. I'm gonna head out to see the sights, but hopefully I'll get to talk to you again soon.

[Rowan's smile warms at that response; she hadn't been entirely sure of what to expect from messaging him, but she's glad that she did. He seems like a fun sort of person, one she wouldn't mind seeing more of now that he's here. It's a relief, really.]

I hope so, too. Have a good time!

[She gives her camera a little wave with her fingers before ending the feed, still smiling brightly.]

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