tushanshu | video;

[The video comes up on a sparse office with three sheets of paper on the desk and, standing behind it, the Alderwood Commander in uniform. The wear-and-tear of the past month show minimally, but those that saw him at the festival may note slight shadows under the eyes from pulling overtime the likes of which you wouldn't believe. He rests his hands on the desk and addresses all console users with clipped words and a clear tone.]

Those of you that haven't stuck your heads out the door in a month might be surprised to hear we've got trouble on the rise. My officers are tasked to the breaking point handling it and there's intel to say more breach attempts are incoming.

Since they're using you Foreigners to take exception, it's about time you got the chance to do something about it. [A terse grin.] Effective immediately, I am authorising all Foreigners to act as enforcers to uphold the laws of Keeliai.

But don't go sticking your nose in where it doesn't belong. Each precinct's got a stack of cases that need follow-up, most of them arrests. Those of you community-minded enough to help can head to the nearest precinct and get your orders. Report back when you're done and a note will be made. Lieuen's agreed to pay five juulan per successful job once the troublemakers are all rounded up, so trust that it'll be worth your time.

[He stops and refers to a sheet at his left, scanning the data on it.]

I also need crisis response teams, three of them. You'll be on standby to move out at my order in the event of a breach. Teams will be briefed as activated. It's not a voluntary deal either. I know what you can do and if you're needed, you'll be there. You lucky souls-turned-soldiers are ID'd at the end of this message.

And you mercenary types are wise not to tune this out. Lieuen's chipped in danger pay for each deployment of the CRTs, fifteen juulan per head. That sweeten the deal enough?

[A pause for the information to sink in.]

This isn't about pride or falls, people. It's about whatever you need it to be, as long as that need gets you moving when you're needed. Good kedan are dying out there and there's no way to remedy your situation as long as all hell's broken loose. The sooner this is sorted, the better.

Any questions? Ask them now.

[The video ends for those not assigned to a crisis response team; to each of these, an encrypted segment is included.]

team 01 | encryption 100%
encrypted to:
Aaron Cross, Asami Sato, Chase Young, Damian Wayne, Kon-El, Korra, Megamind, Namorita Prentiss, Princess Yue, Shifu, Sokka, Stephanie Brown, Triela Hilshire

You lot are fast and strong one-on-one. If we get a riot, then I'll send officers to activate you.

team 01 | end encryption 100%

team 02 | encryption 100%
encrypted to:
Aisling, Annabeth Chase, BA Baracus, Brandon Sharpe, Bucky Barnes, Cassandra Cain, Karrin Murphy, Liz Sherman, Ororo Munroe, Rin Okumura, Tim Drake, Wally West

Turns out you crew have a knack for saving people. If things get sticky and lives are on the line, expect a call.

team 02 | end encryption 100%

team 03 | encryption 100%
encrypted to:
Billy Kaplan, Clark Kent, Clint Barton, Garret Hawke, Jason Todd, Kara Thrace, Peggy Carter, Rikki Barnes, Steve Rogers, Teddy Altman, Tommy Shepherd, Tony Stark, Yelena

You guys are my heavy hitters. Plan is that you won't have to do a damn thing, but don't kick back too much. Things go to hell, I'll activate you to knock it back together.

team 03 | end encryption 100%

Flat | Top-Level Comments Only

You know what I hate? People who assume they can tell me what to do.

That's great. [Note the lack of enthusiasm.] I hate it when the people that can make a difference act like they're too high and mighty to do it when the time comes. You going to be that person?

I never said I wasn't going to do it, jerk. Learn to listen. People need help and I help, but I don't expect to be ordered around.

[He's frowning as much as he can.]

We don't always get what we expect. [Absolute deadpan.]

If you're smart, then I will.

Show me that you're wise enough to not make that a threat.

Or what? [This is a total open mouth insert foot kind of moment. How ever, he won't actually say it's a threat...more an empty one.]

[He watches the video a moment before a harsh, deep laugh slips out with a shake of his head.]

Not here to pander to you. Either do the work or don't, but keep your mouth shut about it and stop wasting my time.

[He's huffing a little.]

Whatever man, just don't treat us like we're your personal slaves to use when ever you need. Now if you'll excuse me, I've got your mess to clean up.

[Ends the video.]

Kon. Please.

What? He's barking orders at us and telling us what to do! I mean, yeah I'm gonna help, but don't tell us, geez, ask for help you're more likely to get people to just be like 'hell yes'.

And even if they don't ask. Or even if you think they are rude about it. These people need help and they are trying to organize us in ways that will benefit them the best.

We can scold them about manners later.

Yeah well, you can scold me about my manners later as well.

Just sayin' that please goes a long way if you're looking for the help. Look, I really am going to help, okay? Just...I hate people thinking they can just tell me what to do.

I'm not scolding you. [Yes, yes you are Clark.]

And I understand that, I do. But complaining about it won't change a thing, don't let your pride get in the way.

[Kon is just going to stare and raise a brow because...you are.

He then huffs and blows at the curls of his hair.]

No, it lets him know in the future and I won't listen to it.

You are acting like a petulant kid now, Kon.

Well according to everyone here, I am a kid! So maybe I should just act like one all the time.

[Uh, that sort of came outta no where.]

Kon-El, if you want to prove everybody you aren't a kid maybe you should stop acting like one. Prove to them that you're an adult.

I know you aren't a kid, I know how mature you really are. [Because he's seen all the sacrifices Kon makes, all he does to make up for his mistakes.]

[God why do you have to be so damn smart? Kon stays quiet for a moment and looks off the side of the monitor.]

Yeah. You've got a point. I'm just...ugh so frustrated at things. [He's pulling faces and then huffs a sigh.] Sorry.

[It's a Kryptonian thing.]

I know. That's why I made you stop, so you wouldn't say anything you'd immediately regret later.

What group are you in? Are you a heavy hitter?

That happens a lot, maybe I should have a little you on my shoulder or something.

[He shakes his head.]

Fast and strong one-on-one group. Take it you're with the heavy hitters then?

That'd get annoying really fast.

[He gives him a little smile] That should be talked about in private.

Ouch. What you tryin'a say? [He's amused though.]

Can meet you or make this more private?

I'm saying than having Superman telling you what to do 24/7 isn't exactly fun.

[He knows he can get pretty overwhelming.]

Either works.

Dude, replace Superman with 'anyone' and it's totally true. You don't need to tell me 24/7, just gentle nudges now and then. Anymore and I might try to flick you off.

[Yeah but really, Kon wouldn't want things to change much. He hums for a second and then pushes his chair back and stands.]

I'll come meet you then. Hundred feet up good enough?

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