March 21st, Early afternoon. 2:37 pm
B~R~R~Ring
"U.T.R.A Staffing and assignments office, this is Jezebel, how may I direct your call?"
"Hi Jezebel. This is Elodie Dubois Spencer. Uh. I'm calling to check in with Major Bacon. I was supposed to a few days ago, but I got busy." It may have been a week. She lost count.
"-Chuckling- No need to be nervous Elodie, things happen with hunters. -Sound of tapping.- Let's see....yes, I think Maj. Bacon should have some time to speak now. Let me just send over an notification. -More tapping- So, your first assignment....how's it going?"
"-Snorts- So I'm learning. And Sweet. Alright. -pause- It's going I guess" I mean....yeah -laughs- I don't mind it out here and nothing's made me into a snack, so, bonus" -the sound of shuffling-"
"-Soft smirk- Sounds like you're finding yourself a good bit of trouble but I guess that's what you people do now isn't it' -More taping in background- So I understand you've been paired with Wren! I'm sure that must be....interesting. -apprehensive-"
"Pfffft. It's only a little bit of trouble. And it finds me. I don't find it. - Flick of a lighter, and a heavy inhale.- I guess" I mean he's kinda intimidating and kinda a jerk, but he's cool. If that makes sense. And he seems to definitely know what he's doing, so."
"Well, he is certainly one of the veterans of the corp but I can totally understand that. There's just something that's.....off about him. -Pause, short gasp- But don't you pay mind to what I say! I'm just being a gossip. Anyway, Maj. Bacon is ready for you so I'm going to transfer you in. You be safe out there."
"-Another snort- But sometimes gossip is a good way of learning things! But yes yes. Thank you. And I always try!"
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BEEP BEEP BEEP
"Spencer, where the hell have you been!"
"Busy. But I'm uh here now. That counts for something, right?"
"It counts towards you getting a demerit in my book because someone obviously slept through time management skills and planning. -Grumbled between the warble of a drag taken off a cigarette- These calls are for you you know, keep you debriefed and abreast of what?s going on or coming down the pipes for you."
"-Groans and a thud follows- I'll make a better effort. I promise. -Another drag of her own smoke.- Yeah yeah I know. So then, what?s new?"
"-Exasperated sigh- 'Sir'....-Sound of cigarette being ground out with a huff- What's new, sir. This is a military 2Lt. Spencer. -Sound of tapping- Anyway, that's my. Sounds like you've started to adjust to things quickly in the special region of Rhy'Din....or at least your paperwork is in order though I wonder how much of that is the Majors influence.....-more taping on a keyboard-"
"Fine. What's new sir" I forgot I'm supposed to use all the proper words, forgive me. -Laugh- I do most of it well enough on my own. He just kinda gets on me about filling out his paperwork too. I fill out all the papers. If you call some day and I don't answer it's because Wren's buried me in more paperwork than I can handle."
"-Lazy snort- Nothing of over import to you 2Lt. Spencer. And yes, the proper words. Good habit to keep up as you'll be using them a lot in your life less you do something to get yourself drummed out....but that's where I come in to try and prevent that. -Creak of chair.- Hmm....like, he's making you fill out paperwork for him' You know, there are rules in place to prevent and crack down on hazing."
"Well that makes things boring. -Pout- And Yes. Proper words. Wren keeps taking me to food places where I gotta use proper manners too. -Tapping and an inhale.- And yeah. I mean most of it is kinda my fault, but it couldn't hurt for him to fill something out from time to time. But eh. no need to crack down on anything."
"Boring is my middle name sunshine, that's why I'm in administration and not in a field for me to get my balls shot off. -Mild pause- Wait....places that require manners" No....no, I don't want to know. Just....practice sound judgment and keep in mind the U.T.R.A.'s views on relationships between superiors and subordinates.....usually don't. -Soft sigh- Or is he just trying to soften things for you? From his reports I thought things were going alright for you out there....given the circumstances you've been thrust into. Plenty to improve on and some questionable conduct but otherwise not bad."
:"-Smirk- Yeah. Keep to your cushy stuff. I'm good having all the adventure. I'd rather have that than die of boredom doing what you....-pause- Sir....Fancy restaurants, is what I meant.-another pause, realizes what he says.- No! Not like that. I promise that my relations with Wren are platonic. One was to celebrate, another was a date to support a charity with a date auction thing. Plus I think he's trying to get me to like finer things. -Snort- Things are going alright. This city is so.....different. And always room for improvement. And questionable conduct?"
"A date for an auction....-incredulous before a tired sigh- well, just be careful. Even if it is all platonic or instructive you'd do well to be wary of a hunter like the Wren. Dangerous sorts him....and that's from a man working the 'boring' side of an entire lifestyle dedicated to danger. -Creak of chair adjusting along with some taping- Yes, different....a common reaction to the special region. As I understand you've been doing well to become....friendly with the local populace. An important skill, yes, but a double sided blade as you must remember. -Sighing- At very least I don't see any seriously questionable interactions. Have you been assimilating the information on purity dangers inherent in interactions with arcane, technomance, demi, and sub humanoids?"
"But the money went to a good cause. -Huffs, then falls quiet- Be wary of him' -sigh- Well that's reassuring. But I'll be careful. -another couple drags, followed by the sound of the cigarette being stubbed out.- And of course. I mean that's how you learn about a place, right' Make friends, who'll give you know how, and show you around. And I know. -Grin- And Yes. I've been behaving and absorbing all that uh....information."
"The road to hell is paved with good intentions Spencer, an apt little saying I've found. -Snorts before a little more creaking- And warnings aren't suppose to be reassuring....just like that 'information' isn't just to gloss over. Hunters are given dangerous power to hunt dangerously powerful entities....but that just means the line is awfully fine between being a friend or foe. -Scratching- Well, guess you'll learn. Just so long as you don't end up as jacked as the last hunter there....think Molly would chew my ass good if I let that happen to you -weary groan.-"
"I've heard that before. I think I'll probably pave my road rather well. -chuckle- And I know. I am one, remember" Just new at it. -laughter- and yeah my mom probably would. Though speaking of her, her birthday is coming up, and uh....she wanted me to see if I could come home for a day or two to see her. -Hesitant-"
"-Mild- Hell, as I understand it, isn't exactly a final destination one's supposed to be gunning for Spencer. -Soft sigh- Home for her birthday' You do know you're a hunter....in the military....on post, right' This isn't the sort of life you just 'pop home' for a visit between things. You should be well aware of such given the life Ezra lead. -Tired sighing- But....I can see what I can do....though the decision isn't all mine. You'll need to fill out the paperwork for special right to leave and get approval from your direct superior?"
"Eh. Never said I was gunning for it. Just that I'll probably pave the way well. Probably even without trying. -snicker- And yeah, yeah, I know. He's kinda the reason why I am here now. She wanted me to ask, so. I asked. -groan- Always with the paperwork. I'm surprised my fingers don't have muscles. But I'll do that paperwork, and yeah....see about getting that approval."
"You know, I hear stuff like that and it just screams to me that you're not going to make my job any easier. -Tired sigh, mild grumbling- Anyway, yeah, paperwork. You're in the army now and all that....it's all done to make sure your trigger finger is in fine shape or didn't they cover that in basic" -Dry smirk- But you get all that together and to me and I'll work to get you that time off. When is the old bird turning anyway?"
"I know. And it's already hard enough with a name such as yours, right Major Bacon' -giggle- Pft. Of course they covered it. I just have a strong dislike for paperwork and all. -snorts- Alright. I will yeah. If I do, maybe I'll just surprise her instead of telling her. And a couple more weeks. First week of Holensreed"
"-Sharp snort- What was that 2Lt. Spencer" You say you're going to be gladly filling out the twenty page long term release form for your little birthday trip for your mom' Well, a little overkill I'd say....but just might be the way this Major Bacon gets respect, eeeeh!" -Another derisive snort as the sound of chair squeaks fills the line.- So how are you doing beside" Have all the tool needed to perform your job?"
"What' No! You misunderstood! Only a couple days. I don't need the long term, Really, sir. No need for long term, or such a long form. -nervous laugh- Uh. Good, I suppose. I mean....I'm enjoying my time here. And I suppose, I found a pretty cool new setup for my potions. So that's a bonus."
"-Smirking- Oh no, please, don't worry about it. I'll gladly take that longer form that just scream respect for me and my name, right' -Snort- You're not there to 'enjoy yourself', you're there for a mission. -Pause- Yes....your potions. You know the boys down in supply don't exactly appreciate when you get government property stolen, yeah' Even if by rogue hunters. They were clamoring for more of a pay deduction but I was able to talk them down from wanting so much blood....this time. Next time though you're going to have to be the one to talk down the angry quartermaster."
"Nah, I respect you well enough, there's no need. I promise. -huff- I'm on a mission, yeah, but no one said that I couldn't enjoy myself while on it. Am I not supposed to have any fun while here" -sulks then grunts- Yeah. Didn't exactly see that coming, either. That wasn't fun. I think half of my dignity is still in that alley. But thanks. For uh that. -pause- Hopefully there isn't a next time."
"Hmm...-creak of chair.- If you ask the brass" No, you're not. But I understand the sort of pressures and stresses you're under there. It's good that you're enjoying yourself but never forget that you're out there for a job, a mission. Last thing we need is the disciplinary board sniffing around...for any reason. -Mild pause, clears throat- Anyway, is there anything more you needed to discuss or bring up with me" I think I've pretty much covered all the points I had."
"Well boo. No one ever is supposed to have fun. -snort- Yeah, I know. Don't forget, and put it first before any fun and above all be careful of uh....associating with demons and the like. Keep the purity. And be safe. -Cackle- And no. Nothing that comes to mind right now, but if something else comes to mind I'll be sure to letcha know, Sir."
"Hmm....-a few taps on a keyboard. Alright then. But yeah, just keep your eye on the big picture and hopefully these calls remain just sort of easy and not prying for information about your behaviors. But yeah, get that paperwork to me ASAP so I can process it for your leave."
"I will., because I hope for the same thing. -snort- Alright! I'll get them to you, and talk to Wren about it. Hopefully I can give my mom good news!"
"Hopefully. Alright 2Lt. Spencer, dismissed."
?Have a good one Major Bacon! -Cackle-"
"Happy hunting."
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B~R~R~Ring
"U.T.R.A Staffing and assignments office, this is Jezebel, how may I direct your call?"
"Hi Jezebel. This is Elodie Dubois Spencer. Uh. I'm calling to check in with Major Bacon. I was supposed to a few days ago, but I got busy." It may have been a week. She lost count.
"-Chuckling- No need to be nervous Elodie, things happen with hunters. -Sound of tapping.- Let's see....yes, I think Maj. Bacon should have some time to speak now. Let me just send over an notification. -More tapping- So, your first assignment....how's it going?"
"-Snorts- So I'm learning. And Sweet. Alright. -pause- It's going I guess" I mean....yeah -laughs- I don't mind it out here and nothing's made me into a snack, so, bonus" -the sound of shuffling-"
"-Soft smirk- Sounds like you're finding yourself a good bit of trouble but I guess that's what you people do now isn't it' -More taping in background- So I understand you've been paired with Wren! I'm sure that must be....interesting. -apprehensive-"
"Pfffft. It's only a little bit of trouble. And it finds me. I don't find it. - Flick of a lighter, and a heavy inhale.- I guess" I mean he's kinda intimidating and kinda a jerk, but he's cool. If that makes sense. And he seems to definitely know what he's doing, so."
"Well, he is certainly one of the veterans of the corp but I can totally understand that. There's just something that's.....off about him. -Pause, short gasp- But don't you pay mind to what I say! I'm just being a gossip. Anyway, Maj. Bacon is ready for you so I'm going to transfer you in. You be safe out there."
"-Another snort- But sometimes gossip is a good way of learning things! But yes yes. Thank you. And I always try!"
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"Spencer, where the hell have you been!"
"Busy. But I'm uh here now. That counts for something, right?"
"It counts towards you getting a demerit in my book because someone obviously slept through time management skills and planning. -Grumbled between the warble of a drag taken off a cigarette- These calls are for you you know, keep you debriefed and abreast of what?s going on or coming down the pipes for you."
"-Groans and a thud follows- I'll make a better effort. I promise. -Another drag of her own smoke.- Yeah yeah I know. So then, what?s new?"
"-Exasperated sigh- 'Sir'....-Sound of cigarette being ground out with a huff- What's new, sir. This is a military 2Lt. Spencer. -Sound of tapping- Anyway, that's my. Sounds like you've started to adjust to things quickly in the special region of Rhy'Din....or at least your paperwork is in order though I wonder how much of that is the Majors influence.....-more taping on a keyboard-"
"Fine. What's new sir" I forgot I'm supposed to use all the proper words, forgive me. -Laugh- I do most of it well enough on my own. He just kinda gets on me about filling out his paperwork too. I fill out all the papers. If you call some day and I don't answer it's because Wren's buried me in more paperwork than I can handle."
"-Lazy snort- Nothing of over import to you 2Lt. Spencer. And yes, the proper words. Good habit to keep up as you'll be using them a lot in your life less you do something to get yourself drummed out....but that's where I come in to try and prevent that. -Creak of chair.- Hmm....like, he's making you fill out paperwork for him' You know, there are rules in place to prevent and crack down on hazing."
"Well that makes things boring. -Pout- And Yes. Proper words. Wren keeps taking me to food places where I gotta use proper manners too. -Tapping and an inhale.- And yeah. I mean most of it is kinda my fault, but it couldn't hurt for him to fill something out from time to time. But eh. no need to crack down on anything."
"Boring is my middle name sunshine, that's why I'm in administration and not in a field for me to get my balls shot off. -Mild pause- Wait....places that require manners" No....no, I don't want to know. Just....practice sound judgment and keep in mind the U.T.R.A.'s views on relationships between superiors and subordinates.....usually don't. -Soft sigh- Or is he just trying to soften things for you? From his reports I thought things were going alright for you out there....given the circumstances you've been thrust into. Plenty to improve on and some questionable conduct but otherwise not bad."
:"-Smirk- Yeah. Keep to your cushy stuff. I'm good having all the adventure. I'd rather have that than die of boredom doing what you....-pause- Sir....Fancy restaurants, is what I meant.-another pause, realizes what he says.- No! Not like that. I promise that my relations with Wren are platonic. One was to celebrate, another was a date to support a charity with a date auction thing. Plus I think he's trying to get me to like finer things. -Snort- Things are going alright. This city is so.....different. And always room for improvement. And questionable conduct?"
"A date for an auction....-incredulous before a tired sigh- well, just be careful. Even if it is all platonic or instructive you'd do well to be wary of a hunter like the Wren. Dangerous sorts him....and that's from a man working the 'boring' side of an entire lifestyle dedicated to danger. -Creak of chair adjusting along with some taping- Yes, different....a common reaction to the special region. As I understand you've been doing well to become....friendly with the local populace. An important skill, yes, but a double sided blade as you must remember. -Sighing- At very least I don't see any seriously questionable interactions. Have you been assimilating the information on purity dangers inherent in interactions with arcane, technomance, demi, and sub humanoids?"
"But the money went to a good cause. -Huffs, then falls quiet- Be wary of him' -sigh- Well that's reassuring. But I'll be careful. -another couple drags, followed by the sound of the cigarette being stubbed out.- And of course. I mean that's how you learn about a place, right' Make friends, who'll give you know how, and show you around. And I know. -Grin- And Yes. I've been behaving and absorbing all that uh....information."
"The road to hell is paved with good intentions Spencer, an apt little saying I've found. -Snorts before a little more creaking- And warnings aren't suppose to be reassuring....just like that 'information' isn't just to gloss over. Hunters are given dangerous power to hunt dangerously powerful entities....but that just means the line is awfully fine between being a friend or foe. -Scratching- Well, guess you'll learn. Just so long as you don't end up as jacked as the last hunter there....think Molly would chew my ass good if I let that happen to you -weary groan.-"
"I've heard that before. I think I'll probably pave my road rather well. -chuckle- And I know. I am one, remember" Just new at it. -laughter- and yeah my mom probably would. Though speaking of her, her birthday is coming up, and uh....she wanted me to see if I could come home for a day or two to see her. -Hesitant-"
"-Mild- Hell, as I understand it, isn't exactly a final destination one's supposed to be gunning for Spencer. -Soft sigh- Home for her birthday' You do know you're a hunter....in the military....on post, right' This isn't the sort of life you just 'pop home' for a visit between things. You should be well aware of such given the life Ezra lead. -Tired sighing- But....I can see what I can do....though the decision isn't all mine. You'll need to fill out the paperwork for special right to leave and get approval from your direct superior?"
"Eh. Never said I was gunning for it. Just that I'll probably pave the way well. Probably even without trying. -snicker- And yeah, yeah, I know. He's kinda the reason why I am here now. She wanted me to ask, so. I asked. -groan- Always with the paperwork. I'm surprised my fingers don't have muscles. But I'll do that paperwork, and yeah....see about getting that approval."
"You know, I hear stuff like that and it just screams to me that you're not going to make my job any easier. -Tired sigh, mild grumbling- Anyway, yeah, paperwork. You're in the army now and all that....it's all done to make sure your trigger finger is in fine shape or didn't they cover that in basic" -Dry smirk- But you get all that together and to me and I'll work to get you that time off. When is the old bird turning anyway?"
"I know. And it's already hard enough with a name such as yours, right Major Bacon' -giggle- Pft. Of course they covered it. I just have a strong dislike for paperwork and all. -snorts- Alright. I will yeah. If I do, maybe I'll just surprise her instead of telling her. And a couple more weeks. First week of Holensreed"
"-Sharp snort- What was that 2Lt. Spencer" You say you're going to be gladly filling out the twenty page long term release form for your little birthday trip for your mom' Well, a little overkill I'd say....but just might be the way this Major Bacon gets respect, eeeeh!" -Another derisive snort as the sound of chair squeaks fills the line.- So how are you doing beside" Have all the tool needed to perform your job?"
"What' No! You misunderstood! Only a couple days. I don't need the long term, Really, sir. No need for long term, or such a long form. -nervous laugh- Uh. Good, I suppose. I mean....I'm enjoying my time here. And I suppose, I found a pretty cool new setup for my potions. So that's a bonus."
"-Smirking- Oh no, please, don't worry about it. I'll gladly take that longer form that just scream respect for me and my name, right' -Snort- You're not there to 'enjoy yourself', you're there for a mission. -Pause- Yes....your potions. You know the boys down in supply don't exactly appreciate when you get government property stolen, yeah' Even if by rogue hunters. They were clamoring for more of a pay deduction but I was able to talk them down from wanting so much blood....this time. Next time though you're going to have to be the one to talk down the angry quartermaster."
"Nah, I respect you well enough, there's no need. I promise. -huff- I'm on a mission, yeah, but no one said that I couldn't enjoy myself while on it. Am I not supposed to have any fun while here" -sulks then grunts- Yeah. Didn't exactly see that coming, either. That wasn't fun. I think half of my dignity is still in that alley. But thanks. For uh that. -pause- Hopefully there isn't a next time."
"Hmm...-creak of chair.- If you ask the brass" No, you're not. But I understand the sort of pressures and stresses you're under there. It's good that you're enjoying yourself but never forget that you're out there for a job, a mission. Last thing we need is the disciplinary board sniffing around...for any reason. -Mild pause, clears throat- Anyway, is there anything more you needed to discuss or bring up with me" I think I've pretty much covered all the points I had."
"Well boo. No one ever is supposed to have fun. -snort- Yeah, I know. Don't forget, and put it first before any fun and above all be careful of uh....associating with demons and the like. Keep the purity. And be safe. -Cackle- And no. Nothing that comes to mind right now, but if something else comes to mind I'll be sure to letcha know, Sir."
"Hmm....-a few taps on a keyboard. Alright then. But yeah, just keep your eye on the big picture and hopefully these calls remain just sort of easy and not prying for information about your behaviors. But yeah, get that paperwork to me ASAP so I can process it for your leave."
"I will., because I hope for the same thing. -snort- Alright! I'll get them to you, and talk to Wren about it. Hopefully I can give my mom good news!"
"Hopefully. Alright 2Lt. Spencer, dismissed."
?Have a good one Major Bacon! -Cackle-"
"Happy hunting."
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