Network- How's everyone handling this?

[wearingthestars]

Video

[Billy’s in the hospital for those that might recognize the background, sitting in his makeshift office and looking a little unsure before he speaks. ]

Hey, um…with everything going on I figured maybe it would be good to talk about things? I’m sure any of us here at the hospital would be happy to lend an ear…

We’re a real small community here, and I know when any one of us is hurt by someone it can spread a lot of distrust. I don’t know who did this, or why, and uh- I know this all probably sounds extra stupid coming from the guy who’s attacked people twice now ‘cause of the rage bugs, and…trapped us all in the other world for a while. I can’t take those things back. But I can help anyone who might be hurting? If you’re scared or mad- whatever you’re feeling, if you wanna talk about it…

It's not good to let those things fester, especially not in this atmosphere.
I really want to believe that no one is too far gone to turn things around, so please, just…reach out.

Comments

[ephemerios]

So like a group therapy kind of thing? Not judging, just clarifying.

[wearingthestars]

I was thinking of more one on one, but we could totally do group if there was enough interest.

[ephemerios]

That works too. I guess I was just thinking of options in case someone wanted one more than the other. Personally, I have no preference.

[wearingthestars]

Is there something you'd like to talk about?

[ephemerios]

There's not enough time in the multiverse to unpack all my issues, but I like the idea of having spaces for people to be able to talk about things. You're right about us being small, so when things happen it does impact all of us in some way.

[wearingthestars]

There never is, trust me. But uh- no harm in unpacking a few of them if it helps, right?

I really wish we had someone properly trained for this, but I'm happy to volunteer if you ever wanna talk.

[mrsklover]

Yeah, but a dude stabbed and left me to fester. So maybe we can fuck that guy?

[wearingthestars]

That is a complete normal and valid feeling. And we should probably finally figure out how we're going to handle shit like this as a community.

[mrsklover]

Is stabbing them back on the list of options?

threadjacks right in here because how can I not

[sinistral]

Yes.

omg lol

[mrsklover]

I like you. Let's talk about knives. But quietly; the Agrii eventually get pissy about that.

sorry I had to

[sinistral]

They already know what I am.

[wearingthestars]

Corporal punishment is...a possible answer.

[He's trying so hard to be diplomatic here.]

[mrsklover]

I like Soldier's unambitious support. We're stabbing.

[Video]

[out_of_order]

I think some conversation never hurts in general. It's too easy to keep ourselves secluded around here. I'm not saying I'm not part of that problem either. Just...old habits, you know? But it's good hearing a reminder.

How're you doing, Billy?

[Video]

[wearingthestars]

That's a good point. It's funny, you'd think it would be easier with a smaller community, but it's still really easy to just...keep to yourself. We should all probably work a little on some community bonding. We're all we have.

Eh, I uh...I'm all right I guess? Still on edge from the bug thing.

[Video]

[out_of_order]

Exactly. This is another wake-up call.

Can't blame you there. I wonder if we should make a notice about that sort of thing for all the people who haven't been exposed to that particular experience, especially with known potential threats regarding wildlife.

But I'm glad you're all right. Do you need anything?

[Video]

[wearingthestars]

That's a really good idea. Is that something you have any interest in doing yourself?

Heh, um...no? I don't think so? I mean probably, but I don't know what exactly. [There's a bashful laugh.] What about you?

[Video]

[out_of_order]

I would but my memory from when I first arrived is kind of hazy here and there. [He chuckles dryly.] It is really disorienting being here for several years and then suddenly being the same age you were when you first got here.

All I need is for people to stop being crazy enough to pull these kinds of stunts. [He breathes a laugh.]

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[sinistral]

Are YOU okay?

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[wearingthestars]

mostly <3
missing you
i made a little saferoom in the cabin :)
gonna make sure there's extra supplies in there

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[sinistral]

Do you want me there? If nothing else, the local assassin may draw attention.

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[wearingthestars]

only if you want to
i promise i'm not spiraling or anything, i'm okay <3
just making sure the place is nice for when you come back again

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[sinistral]

I trust you. And I'm not doing anything here that can't wait. But I was thinking about this situation and having a real assassin around may draw the attention of whoever did this, and this draw that person into the light. But it does mean revealing what I am.

super late, but I've been wanting to throw these two at each for a while; voice;

[madginger]

I'm going to pass on the whole therapy thing. I've had enough of that back home, but you are sure upfront about all of that stuff you've done.

You seem really hopeful about these people, too.