[voice][backdated to after the attack]

[cadventuretime]

So hey.

Look, I know we're supposed to be annoyed by them, and that they're super enthusiastic that they've probably rubbed you the wrong way, and maybe they got a little too energetic about pairing us up or feeding us all kinds of weird junk, or stolen something. But let's be honest for one moment. The Palai have been nice, welcoming, and sincere. They've taken us in, gave us a place to stay, and fed us. Sure you can say that you don't owe them anything, that you never asked for any of that, but in the end they did, and now they need your help.

The thing is, I'd feel guilty if something wasn't done about the most recent attack. It was random and unexpected and done in a time they weren't prepared for. So if you could find it in your heart, if you can give them just a little something to help out, I know that my conscience will feel a lot better.

Just... food for thought, I guess.

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[voice]

[mech_and_mutt]

I ain't even supposed to get tired and I'm already tired of the Uvi. So I can only imagine how exhausting it's gotta be for the li'l guys.

[In fact he's being so considerate he's not even going to mention how much easier this would be if he had his mecha.]

I don't usually work for free but I think I can make an exception.

[cadventuretime]

Yeah...

Well, whatever you can do.

Actually, what CAN you do?

[mech_and_mutt]

Well, I...

...can find something. I'm pretty good with machines. If I can maintain my mecha, then I'm pretty sure I can rebuild somethin' a bit more ordinary.

What about you? Any plans?

[cadventuretime]

If you know how to make a power generator or a car, I'm sure folks will be appreciated.

Me? I just did my part.

[mech_and_mutt]

Hey, if I can find the parts to put that stuff together, first thing I'd go for is a new mecha. ...Y'know, just to tide me over. [Plus he wasn't sure exactly how much he could do himself... or at least how much he could do from scratch.]

Y'did? Wha'd'ja do, donate supplies?

text

[rebells]

You're taking something seriously. I'm amazed.

[cadventuretime]

[Her text feels light, but has a slight edge of irritation.]

I take things seriously! I just seriously choose to not take things seriously!!

[rebells]

In other words, you don't take them seriously.

[cadventuretime]

I do so! But there's little reason to actually do anything when there's already people out there taking it more seriously than me.

[rebells]

[She reminds him powerfully of Norma. But he shouldn't be thinking about that right now.]

Why do things differently this time, then?

[cadventuretime]

I don't know.

I like the Palai, I guess?

[For one thing, they were nice to her and pretty much showered her with attention and things since getting there. That's pretty cool. And not at all what she's used to, given her past reputation.]

[...that and she isn't REALLY planning on helping them herself, she's actually trying to spur those people that would care enough to do something about it to do something about it.]

[rebells]

Enough to help out with the rebuilding yourself, or just to send us messages about it?

[cadventuretime]

[RUDE.]

Well

[That word miiight rotate once or twice before the rest of the sentence shows up.]

If too many people respond to me, then I would just be getting in their way, you know?

[rebells]

There's an entire city that needs rebuilding. I'm sure you could find somewhere you'd be of use.

[cadventuretime]

Darn you're probably right...

[Then there's a brief voice as her thoughts leak out.]

Well, its not like anybody asked -me.-

[rebells]

Oh? Is that all I have to do--ask?

[cadventuretime]

...

...

Don't you already owe me a favor?

[rebells]

I'm not going to owe you another favor for this, if that's what you're angling for. I simply think you should put your money where your mouth is.