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[suoxi]

[ Inara appears on the video screen to those who might happen to be watching at this particular time, poised and smiling and entirely at ease. ]

It appears as if new arrivals are a fairly frequent occurrence. Every weekend, it seems. I know it's a trying time and very frustrating, but if one chooses to think of it as an opportunity as opposed to misfortune, then perhaps it isn't quite so bad. In any case - welcome.

[ pleasantries aside...]

Now, down to business -- literally. [ she smiles and it's a bit more cautious this time, head tilting slightly as she wonders at the wisdom of her query. ]

I have been told by the kedan that there is an area of my sector that caters to specific needs and comforts, and while I am certain their tastes run true, mine, perhaps, might be a bit different.

For those of you that don't know me, my name is Inara Serra, and I am a Companion. [ seeing as no one here seems to be from the 'Verse, she decides to elaborate - delicately. ]

I provide company, conversation and comfort to those who might desire such a thing, and I am paid [ a high sum ] for my time. I entertain, converse with, and bestow companionship to my clients, and ensure that they have only a positive, enlightening and joyful experience when they are with me.

[ another polite smile. ]

If there is, perhaps, someone here who could show me some of the...finer institutions that the city has to offer that might be more suited to my personal tastes, I would be most grateful. Thank you.

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[thetyrant]

[.......wow does that mean what he thinks it means]

You have a gift for speaking...delicately, it seems.

[suoxi]

[ she smiles. ]

Thank you. I was educated well on Sihnon.

[depicted]

[That is so finely put that even without the job description, Dorian can tell she is among the highest class of 'Companion' out there. And though Dorian's face is young, there is no shame in his tone or expression.]

I'm fairly familiar with the area. I'd be happy to help.

[suoxi]

[ she is pleased by the positive response, though she does await the inevitable negativity. it comes with the job description, truly. ]

That is very kind of you. What is your name?

[virginprice]

It is a strange opportunity, even if you do choose to view it so. [He's not inclined, considering he is both locked out of his afterlife and away from Delaunay. But he is interested by the second part of her post.]

In my land, such 'Companions' are known as Servants of Naamah. It is pleasant to hear that it is a profession respected in other places, too- that was not often the case at outside our borders at home.

[suoxi]

Strange, yes. But perhaps not one to be so infinitely angry about.

[ really guys calm down ]

I have heard the term spoken by an acquaintance. [ pause. . . ]

A mutual one, it seems.

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[flawedgoods]

I'm familiar with the businesses and well acquainted with some of the kedan who run the better ones. I see you have offers for escort, one from a friend of mine, and I'd be happy to go with you to show you around if you'd like.

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[suoxi]

I would be very interested in the three of us going, if I am to be honest with you. It would give me varied perspective.

[howherolls]

[ totally over his head ]

I've seen some nice cafes in the Water district, a few are quieter ones.

[suoxi]

[ oh you precious thing, peeta. ]

Oh? I'll certainly have to try them, then. Have you names...?

[video]

[epigrammatical]

I am a recent arrival myself, dear lady, but I expect that you will find no shortage of people who can assist with your inquiry. Indeed, I should be curious to learn what answers you are given.

Lord Henry Wotton, at your service.

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[suoxi]

It is a pleasure, Lord Wotton. Would you like me to forward you my discoveries, once I have toured the district?

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[occupygotham]

An interesting proposal. And so delicately phrased.

Has your particular line of expertise lead to a network?

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[suoxi]

Certain matters require a degree of tact, don't you think?

What sort of network?

[ computer, acquaintances, sewer systems... ]

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[squint]

Just for conversation?

[ An honest question. There's nothing Cobb wouldn't delight in more than a stranger and some tea. ]

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[suoxi]

I am never opposed to conversation.

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[aloadeddie]

[Well that's interesting. Sounds like therapy, except way, way more pleasant. Arthur could go for that - he never paid for prostitutes back home, never being hard-up for sex, but this is obviously a lot more than just that. The idea is appealing, actually. Someone not from his world, that he can talk to about things unrelated to dream sharing and all that goes with it.]

So you want to start building up a client list here, is what you're saying.

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[suoxi]

Hello, Arthur. Are you well? [ because the last she saw him was before the zombies and that was traumatic. ]

Perhaps. As of now, I am attempting to…acclimate myself, I suppose, to the environment. I maintain a certain set of rules and decorum when engaging in this sort of thing. [ meaning – she has standards and won’t work in a ‘brothel’, no matter how high class. ]

[insecrets]

[An eyebrow raise.] You've willingly chosen to do this?

[It's not that Finnick's purposely trying to be insulting. He just doesn't understand the concept of not being forced under threat of death of your loved ones.]

[suoxi]

[ blink. ]

Yes. I made the decision when I was younger, and passed all the exams that were required of me to obtain my liscense.

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[crotcharrow]

--Woah, wait, did you just say you're a hooker?

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[suoxi]

[ patiently smiling here. ]

Companion. I am not simply a prostitute.

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[traumatizing]

I wish I could help, but sadly that falls outside my area of expertise.

Good luck though, that sounds like something some people here could really benefit from.

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[suoxi]

[ that's an interesting way to put it. ]

Thank you. So far, I seem to have acquired a fairly good amount of people that can assist.

[tangentdarko]

Are you a therapist?

[suoxi]

I have been trained extensively in psychology, but I'm not a practicing therapist, no.

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[district7]

Fancy words for someone trying to say they're nothing more than a whore.

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[suoxi]

Tact is required for certain matters. I am also 'more' than a common 'whore'.

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[trainwrecked]

Yeah, Favrielle would be your best guess. There may have been... research she's done, early on.

[And his smile might or might not hint he was accompanying her for that. Just a little.]

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[suoxi]

[ she smiles; she remembers you. ]

She has been incredibly helpful and informative thus far.

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[emasculates]

[There's a tone of amusement in her voice when she speaks,]

I doubt the facilities in Fire would suit you.

[Sorry, you are damn right she knows where the brothels are.]

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[suoxi]

[ somehow Aisha, she's not surprised. ]

You don't think so?

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[sharpes]

Why the hell would you want to keep doing that here?

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[suoxi]

Hello, Brandon.

I rather enjoy my work, if I'm to be perfectly honest.