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[neverjoinyou]

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[14thcommander]

I guess, then, the question will be if he feels or understands any need to.

[That much is between her and Bill.]

Does he have any of his telepathic powers currently? Stanford told me he used to, back when he and Bill shared dreams years ago. I only feel secure doing this at all because I'm assured Bill can't rewrite or manipulate any of my memories.

[neverjoinyou]

[He shakes his head.]

No. He shouldn't be able to do anything to you, beyond you know, his normal talking around things. And you know better. Besides--he likes you. I believe that if he's offered to do this, it's genuine.

[14thcommander]

I like him. I'm afraid of it clouding my judgment regarding him. [Frank about it.] Are you sure he likes me? How can you tell?

[neverjoinyou]

He spends time with you that he doesn't have to. Despite the fact you had to talk to him about Beetlejuice. Despite the fact I can't figure out anything he wants from you. He doesn't have a lot of patience for people beyond trolling them, otherwise. Unless he actually enjoys your company.

[14thcommander]

Makes sense.

[Can't be trusted or relied on, but makes sense. Well, good. It's a place to start.]

Luke, I don't remember if way back ago, I offered to show you the tactical gear. It's weaponry from my world that allows a human to move in three dimensions. I'd like to do that if you want.

[neverjoinyou]

Oh! [He lights up a bit.] You've told me about it. I would love to see it. It doesn't sound like anything we have.

[14thcommander]

I think that's enough shop talk. Want to see it now?

[neverjoinyou]

Oh, yes! Enclosure?

[14thcommander]

Yes! Give me, oh -- fifteen minutes?

[neverjoinyou]

Sure thing.

What d'you want programmed in?

[14thcommander]

We'll go to the scout grounds - so I'll take care of it! Just give me a bit...

[In the promised 15 minutes, she'll show up, wearing the tactical gear, which to an unpracticed eye is just... a mess of strapping and flight belt and spools of wire and sword hilts and gas canisters and blades in boxes. It is hard to tell what's going on. She offers Luke a wave.]