::001:: [Video » Console]

[kreitech]

[The man in the video is blond and good looking, and thanks to an impromptu shopping trip with Akito he's dressed like a local already. As the video starts up he's muttering something about "backwater" before he settles down and addresses the network.]

Ah, hello. My name is Alistair Krei, though... I don't suppose that means much to most of you out there, does it?

[He frowns for a moment, then shakes his head]

Anyway, I'm looking for some information on the technology here. I had a tablet with me when I arrived, but I don't know enough about the consoles or the rest of the tech here to know if it's possible to interface with them successfully. That said, I'm sure someone's already looked into this--without me having to risk frying my own computer to test it. Anything about the consoles or the general level of technology, or the work being done on them, would be appreciated. For reference, I run a technology company back in San Fransokyo and my own degree is in computer engineering.

Thank you.

[He reaches over to switch off the feed, then pauses.]

Oh, and if anyone here knows how to make a latte, you might just be my new best friend.

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[windbreak]

[...Wait, there are chargers somewhere!? Oh man, oh man, this can't wait, for a second it doesn't even register that this might be another freaking kid a few years younger and infinitely more precocious than him -]

Oh, hey! I mean - hey, sorry for butting in, it's not really anything to do with... Look, it's just, you don't happen to know if they've got phone chargers here too, do you?

[highprofilerichkid]

Uh, hey? [Hello to you too, total stranger.] No, there aren't phone chargers here, I'll have to make you one. Bring me your phone, and I'll have it put together for you by the end of the week.

[confirmationbias]

You should probably start charging for that service :D

I'll be your manager. Twenty percent.

[highprofilerichkid]

Hmm, maybe I should. I'm not sure I need a manager for such a simple service, but I'll consider your application. We'll definitely need to negotiate that commission, though. Send me your resume and three references and I'll get back to you within fourteen business days. You do have an advanced business degree, right?

[confirmationbias]

Sounds good, I'll have my secretary follow up with you, and the paperwork will be forwarded to your office before the fiscal quarter is up.

Don't worry about all that 'ownership' and 'indentured servitude' jargon its all just obligatory legalese.

[highprofilerichkid]

You know you're the one who's supposed to be signing the contract, right? Employer responsibilities and obligations are company-wide and not subject to negotiation, I'm afraid. I'm sure you understand. If you need more information about your rights as an employee, I can direct you to HR or your union representative.

[If you think you can outwit him with corporate legalese, Sonja, you've got another thing coming!]

[windbreak]

Dude, you're a lifesaver! I owe you one! I mean, I know it'd be way too easy if you could get that kind of signal here either. It's just a peace of mind thing...

[Oh, hold up. When someone's already offered to help him, he shouldn't come on too strong.]

My name's Yosuke, by the way. So where can I find you?

[highprofilerichkid]

Yeah, I hear that a lot, [Tony says with faux modesty, the effect of which is rather ruined by his grin.]

I'm Tony. Nice to meet you. I'll be at the Hotel.

[windbreak]

Sweet! Well, I'll, uh - [He hesitates, but only momentarily. As if something minor like his sense of direction could keep him away from the siren song of getting his friggin' music back.] I'll head back there now! See you in a bit. Er, and sorry again for interrupting anything.

[highprofilerichkid]

Not interrupting anything except relentless boredom, [Tony says cheerfully.] See you then. I'll get to you as soon as I'm finished up with Alistair.