voice| on the other (octopus) hand

[ohrlyeh]

[Usually Howard interacts with the network through text, since he's nervous of using any other format, but this time, his deep and weary voice can be heard.]

Um. A question out of curiosity, I-I suppose. If you've "received" a physical change through Retrospec, what was it? If you've received several, what is the worst one...?

[There's the sound of something falling off a table onto the floor. He lets out a shuddering sigh, his tone slightly exasperated.]

Yeah. [A pause.] Before I forget, I need someone who can go out and get some groceries for me. I'll pay you for it. I just don't feel like going outside for a while. I-I'm fine...really...............

[ooc: somebody's got tentacle hands now. life is fun!]

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[livingimpaired]

Yes, it is unfortunate, but she is not doing too well.

[ He ignores how pleased he is at hearing Howard's panicked tone. Clearing his throat, he huffs out anger at his own immediate reaction. ]

It's a magical ailment which is why she cannot go to a hospital. I'm looking after her as best as I can, and humored not telling you about it... but that seems like it would not be right. [ Kei does his best to squash the warm feeling in his chest. ] Regardless of what you are going through, you would want to know how your friends are doing.

[ The hate he has for himself grows a little more. ]

[ohrlyeh]

Oh no...Sakura...Oda said that she couldn't be reached, but I never imagined...

[He feels a deep stab of guilt- here he is worrying about his own monstrous changes, and she's out there, sick? He can't leave the apartment, not like this, and yet-!]

Can I see her? Is she going to be okay??

[livingimpaired]

Of course, you can see her.

[ Kei feels a violent pang of guilt. What did he expect would happen? This, obviously. He shakes his head as he attempts to correct his behavior in his mind and words. ]

I don't know if she will be all right, but I will do everything I can for her.

[ohrlyeh]

I'll be over.

[What is he doing? He should think about this. He can't leave the apartment like this, tentacles in tow. But Sakura...Sakura being sick...Sakura needing help...]

I can't stay, but...I-I'll come over shortly.

[livingimpaired]

[ Kei believes he should say something more to Howard other than just a simple affirmation. ]

Not to worry. I shall still welcome you as a guest and care for you, as well, until you leave.