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It's been a while, hasn't it? I'm afraid things are really quite busy here, and unfortunately our liaison has been compromised. Well...so have a lot of people, actually.

Are you still yourself if you're not the self you were? It's the kind of conversation we've had a lot of times, around here. I've always only been myself, but if I woke up tomorrow as someone else, would I still be me even if I wasn't?

I think rather than worrying about that the best thing I can do is focus on trying to sort things out as best I can. I'm a little worried, actually, but I think I can manage to give everyone a shot even if I can't fix things on my own or even with everyone's help.

But you can help! Or at least I think it will help if you think about what it means to be "you". It's okay if that answer changes or doesn't. Just hold onto that concept and don't let it go. And maybe tell other people what you think it means? Not like I'm saying you have to talk about that. I think usually you all just talk about anything, and I think that is also a good way to hold onto who you are and who you want to be. Sometimes I think it'd be fun, all those parties or little plans. I've never spent much time outside of these walls, did you know?

I don't have time to really ramble, though. Those of you who know what I mean, we're doing our best. Those of you who don't, you do your best too. Pay attention to the things you tell yourself, and I'll try to fix what I can fix.

Please take care.

Joanne Wiseman
Technician 2nd class
Retr

spec Incorporated

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Seems risky. People take advantage. Use often. Expect even after month.

You're really not worried?

Not at all.

If there is one thing that I want of people, it is to have them live in a greedy, wanting way. That is the only way that they'll be able to discover for themselves where happiness lies for them.

I see. Interesting. What is restaurant name? Will visit.

Is okay if cat comes?

RAMEN. I'll even give you an address to make it easier. [ Insert address here. ]

It'll be fine. The cat has to pay full price, however.

Thank you.

Why no discount for cat?

You're welcome.

The cat is already loved and pampered enough by you. It should have to face some troubles now and again to stay appreciative for what you do for it. :)

But cat won't understand. Also cat not paying. Im paying so this only hurts me.

You make a compelling argument. Certainly, it is not fair to have you suffer because I wish for the beastie to be able to understand what it means to be appreciative of being a pet.

Fine. 60% off what I can find to feed the cat.

Thank you. Appreciate it.

What do you serve? Can cat eat anything?

Not a problem. I did think about bullying you about it. I was thinking of saying that since you had decided to have the cat as your pet that you should be willing to accept all trails that come with it.

But I'm in a benevolent mood. Haha.

Anyway, I serve mapo tofu and mapo tofu ramen. I suppose for a cat... it could have the scraps of meat that I can't use.

Cat actually belongs to cousin. Use as support animal. Cousin always with me though so was asking for him.

Thank you. Sure that cat will be happy. Appreciate your help a lot.

So, I am getting three customers, hm?

Well, I suppose I do have to act like a respectable restaurant owner every now and again.

Yes. Seats for three is ok?

Only every now and then?

That's fine.

Only every now and then. :)

How do you act other times

A shady, meddling restaurant owner.

Should I be concerned going to your restaurant

Probably.

A reasonable amount of skepticism is needed in dealing with me. I'll, at least, give that much of a warning.

I see.

Thank you for info. I will be careful when I go to restaurant. Will see you when I go.

You're welcome.

Be sure to give the same info to the cat and cousin.

Yes. I will.

Thank you. See you soon.