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[doc_holi]

[Holiday is back on the screens again. Thankfully, her hair was slowly turning back into its once dark color at her roots, but the eyes were still a light gray instead of green. If someone hadn't seen her before the ghost event that thing with the museum, they may not even recognize her all that well.]

I've been wanting to go through this for a little while now, since my... scare, but in the wake of our Emperor's death, I saw it fit to wait in her respect.

I just want to inform people of a, um... disease that I have, I suppose you would call it. On my world, every living organism is infected with nanoscopic machines that have corrupt programming. We call these nanites. I'm the only one infected with this type here, I assure you. They can only be passed along much like an STI, with bodily fluid contact.

If the nanites themselves become infected, they bound to the host's DNA and change it. These occur in physical deformities or mental abnormalities. Some that change may only experience boils on their skin, others develop mental illnesses. Then some... [And this is the tough part.] Some can turn into eighty foot, fire breathing monsters and anything in between.

At home, I worked as the lead researcher for the biggest, most resourced organization that was looking for a cure to the nanite plague. We had one that would only work on some people after they had changed, but it's not here.

I just want there to be awareness about my condition so that others can take whatever precautions they deem necessary to not contract it; though, I will continue to assure you that it won't happen. Otherwise, I want others to be aware and alert in case I do change one day. The best option may be simple... eradication. It was what we had to do back home before we found our cure against some of the more dangerous ones. My sister was one of those dangerous ones that, thanks to my position, wasn't killed but caged for several years. The changes seem to be genetic.

... If anyone has questions, feel free to ask me. [And on that wonderful note, she closes the feed.]

Comments

[doc_holi]

He's not here, no. I'm the only here from home.

[And that is definitely not rude at all, Tony. She's tired of being the only one studying them again, so she gives a big smile.]

I wouldn't mind, at all, actually. With so many different people here with so many different backgrounds, help would be more than welcome if you're volunteering.

I'd... have to stress the caution of the matter, though. I don't want anyone catching them because of me.

[manofiron]

[ Her smile is a relief, and one that he easily returns. ]

I am definitely volunteering. Consider me volunteered.

[ While he recognizes the warning, and the logic behind it, he isn't unduly concerned. ]

It's all right. Don't worry. I won't catch anything.

[doc_holi]

[His lack of concern concerns her, but she'll manage.]

Thank you. We can meet whenever and wherever you prefer.

[And yes, she did worry before making this that someone may try to weaponize them, but there's not much she can do about that here. She needs to trust people.]

[manofiron]

How about...

[ It would be easier to suggest a time if he was at home. All the information he'd need would be at his fingertips. Now he has to recreate it. Write it down. ]

Tomorrow? The day after? I want to copy down some of the research I did back home with my own nanites. Compare notes, so to speak. That way I don't waste your time reinventing the wheel.

[doc_holi]

The day after would work out great. There's... not really too much of a rush. I'd rather everything be efficient than quick.

And I'd definitely be interested in learning about your nanites, as well.

[manofiron]

Sounds like you're my kind of lab buddy.

[ This actually sounds like it might turn out to be fun. Who knew? ]

Uh, important question I've neglected to ask. Do you have a lab somewhere? Or would you like to use mine?

[doc_holi]

I-... No, I don't have a lab. I've just been... making do, mostly.

[Kind of used to clinic for some, made a little corner for herself in her house for other things. It all works, sort of.]

... If I wouldn't be an intrusion on you, I would love to use the space. I can even pay you for the time that I'm there. I have more than enough for the service.

[manofiron]

Sure. You can use the space. Stark Industries. Fire Sector. It's yours. And please.

[ He waves a hand. ]

You don't have to pay me. You just have to enjoy yourself.

[doc_holi]

[Stark Industries. She's heard of that place a fair deal, mostly because she works for Bruce Wayne.]

Thank you so much. I'm Dr. Rebecca Holiday, by the way. This means a lot, honestly. Thank you.

[manofiron]

You, Doctor Holiday, are most welcome.