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xp_communication2004-12-06 09:27 pm
xp_daytripper) wrote in xp_communication2004-12-06 09:27 pm
Encrypted emails to Angelo, Marie-Ange, Moira, Pete, Doc Strange and Craig
To: [big brother]
From: [trouble]
Hey big brother,
Didn't get a chance to catch you before I had to leave, but yeah, you might have heard by now, there's a bunch of us in Vegas. Can't say why exactly, except that it's work rather than play. And do I mean work - it's good to be useful, but this is getting ridiculous.
Any way, just a short email to let you know the aliens didn't get me overnight, and to ask if you could keep an eye on Manuel for me. I was able to talk to him and explain what was going on (sort of) before I left, but I really don't like leaving him. But it's got to be done. :(
Take care of Paige and Joyita, and yourself, and I'll bring you back something - should be back in a week or so.
A.
To: [frenchie]
From: [trouble]
That would be me leaving just as you're back in the room. *rolls eyes* I spoke to Doug this morning and he mentioned you were up and about again, which is great news, and that you're taking care of things for me, which I really appreciate. So does Frank, I imagine. But yeah, Vegas at short notice, and can't talk about why we're here, only that it's a bit like Istanbul. With a less nice place to stay. :P Le Beau has an evil sense of humour and sent me via bloody Anchorage first - does it ever not snow up there? Brr.
Looks like Doug, Forge and I are going to be pretty busy with the prep work, but I'll make sure Doug doesn't turn into Scary Computer Bloke too much and at least eats occasionally. You look after yourself, all right? I'm supposed to be the insane roomie, remember? ;)
A.
To: [bagpipe lady]
From: [gloaming]
I figure Nate's sending you reams of love-poetry or something every day, but I wanted to drop you a quick line and say we're both fine (although he's fretting about you, the big dope - he forgets you can look after yourself sometimes, I think. It's sort of cute, really), and that we're pretty much keeping an eye on each other. Nate thinks it's just him keeping an eye on me, but it goes both ways. *grins* I'm sleeping better, and I managed to heal myself well enough to be up and about pretty well, so no hassles there.
I know I don't need to say it, but I will any way - keep an eye on Manuel for me? He's finding the whole thing a bit overwhelming sometimes, and he'd probably appreciate breaks for normal stuff. And you know how he is about remembering to eat when he has his memory, let alone now, so someone to have dinner with might be a good idea. Possibly for both of you. *innocent look*
A.
To: [uncle pete]
From: [trouble]
...I really hate this plan? Apart from the shitloads of magic I'm going to have to use, I really don't like what I'm going to have to do. *sighs* And the worst of it is that it makes sense. I hate it when Le Beau's right.
A.
To: [SStrange@columbia.ny.edu]
From: [toilandtrouble@yahoo.co.uk]
Hey, Doc,
Don't know if Pete told you what's going on, but I'm in Vegas doing something that I can't talk about but is really important for the school. I've attached an outline of what magic they're expecting me to do, and it's a big list. Got any pointers? Or, you know, pep talks? I'm getting Craig to help with some of it, but there's still a lot I have to do myself.
A.
To: [neuromancer@bt.co.uk]
From: [toilandtrouble@yahoo.co.uk]
Hey Craig,
Remember that stuff we were mucking around with when I was there? The 'don't see me' charms? Looks like I have a use for them. Drop in for a chat when you get this? You know what my laptop looks like.
A.
From: [trouble]
Hey big brother,
Didn't get a chance to catch you before I had to leave, but yeah, you might have heard by now, there's a bunch of us in Vegas. Can't say why exactly, except that it's work rather than play. And do I mean work - it's good to be useful, but this is getting ridiculous.
Any way, just a short email to let you know the aliens didn't get me overnight, and to ask if you could keep an eye on Manuel for me. I was able to talk to him and explain what was going on (sort of) before I left, but I really don't like leaving him. But it's got to be done. :(
Take care of Paige and Joyita, and yourself, and I'll bring you back something - should be back in a week or so.
A.
To: [frenchie]
From: [trouble]
That would be me leaving just as you're back in the room. *rolls eyes* I spoke to Doug this morning and he mentioned you were up and about again, which is great news, and that you're taking care of things for me, which I really appreciate. So does Frank, I imagine. But yeah, Vegas at short notice, and can't talk about why we're here, only that it's a bit like Istanbul. With a less nice place to stay. :P Le Beau has an evil sense of humour and sent me via bloody Anchorage first - does it ever not snow up there? Brr.
Looks like Doug, Forge and I are going to be pretty busy with the prep work, but I'll make sure Doug doesn't turn into Scary Computer Bloke too much and at least eats occasionally. You look after yourself, all right? I'm supposed to be the insane roomie, remember? ;)
A.
To: [bagpipe lady]
From: [gloaming]
I figure Nate's sending you reams of love-poetry or something every day, but I wanted to drop you a quick line and say we're both fine (although he's fretting about you, the big dope - he forgets you can look after yourself sometimes, I think. It's sort of cute, really), and that we're pretty much keeping an eye on each other. Nate thinks it's just him keeping an eye on me, but it goes both ways. *grins* I'm sleeping better, and I managed to heal myself well enough to be up and about pretty well, so no hassles there.
I know I don't need to say it, but I will any way - keep an eye on Manuel for me? He's finding the whole thing a bit overwhelming sometimes, and he'd probably appreciate breaks for normal stuff. And you know how he is about remembering to eat when he has his memory, let alone now, so someone to have dinner with might be a good idea. Possibly for both of you. *innocent look*
A.
To: [uncle pete]
From: [trouble]
...I really hate this plan? Apart from the shitloads of magic I'm going to have to use, I really don't like what I'm going to have to do. *sighs* And the worst of it is that it makes sense. I hate it when Le Beau's right.
A.
To: [SStrange@columbia.ny.edu]
From: [toilandtrouble@yahoo.co.uk]
Hey, Doc,
Don't know if Pete told you what's going on, but I'm in Vegas doing something that I can't talk about but is really important for the school. I've attached an outline of what magic they're expecting me to do, and it's a big list. Got any pointers? Or, you know, pep talks? I'm getting Craig to help with some of it, but there's still a lot I have to do myself.
A.
To: [neuromancer@bt.co.uk]
From: [toilandtrouble@yahoo.co.uk]
Hey Craig,
Remember that stuff we were mucking around with when I was there? The 'don't see me' charms? Looks like I have a use for them. Drop in for a chat when you get this? You know what my laptop looks like.
A.
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From: [big brother]
Hadn't heard yet, actually, so I'm glad you let me know - I was starting to worry 'bout why you'd all disappeared.
Sure, I'll do my best to watch out for him. I think he's doing better about not getting lost now, but anyway. Yeah.
Keep me posted, 'kay? Just so I know when to expect you back, and all that.
See you in a week,
Angelo
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The bunch of you are our best shot. And how many people do you know can say they knocked over a casino before they were allowed to vote?
Pete
Subject: Whinge over...
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From: (Angie)
I am -barely- up and around, but yes, I am up. Frank has decided that my left leg is his very best friend. I would complain, but he is kind of nice to have around. I think he misses you.
.. This is going to sound rather odd, but would you mind if I took Frank around to see Manuel?
This is -Remy'-s fault? Oh my. I wish I could make -sense- of half the things I was seeing so that I could figure out which one of these futures is real, so that I could decide if I want to throw things at him when you get home.
Does it at least have decent room service food like Istanbul?
Thank you for making sure Doug eats. He is -so- bad about it when he is nose-deep in the laptop and I know he is going to be nose-deep in the laptop for days. That, at least I can guess. After all, why else would they want him -and- Forge?
Be safe, do not play too much chess with Jubilee, and come home so that we can have a go at a room with more than Frank and the mice being sane?
Angie
Subject: Who else?
Re: Subject: Who else?
Either works for me...
Re: Either works for me...
This I have to see. *grins*
Reply from Doc Strange
From: [sempai]
Amanda,
I've gone through the list you sent me, and the time frames, and you're correct, it's going to be a stretch. However, I have faith that you can do it - you've been working hard and you have the ability to do this. Consult with your friend Craig about the use of devices to ease the load, and I've attached a set of meditation exercises for you. Make sure you also eat and sleep appropriately to conserve your physical energy.
Should you need it, I am only a phone call away.
Stephen.