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[amery]

[What a day he'd had, but at least he'd managed to have a long hot shower after slogging through the cold, and it'd been a long time since he'd had a shower to himself.

Amery was perfectly clean and groomed when the video turned on, dressed in dark slacks and a white dress shirt, though without his gloves. He'd already discovered them, but he saw no need to wear them in what was, apparently, his own dwelling, without company.

He fussed with the camera on his phone for a moment, appearing uncertain, before finally leaving it be.]

Ah, is this thing on? Forgive me, I'm not used to such...technology. [His Volstovic accent, resembling a blend of Russian and French, was strong but not overpowering, and he spoke clearly enough.] I suppose I should start by introducing myself. My name is Amery Vallet and I am a member of the Dragon Corps.

[This was the part where he hoped to see a familiar face. Rook, Jeannot, anyone.]

I would be grateful if someone could explain where we are and what is going on. I'm aware I'm apparently far from home, but the rest... [He gestured vaguely.]

Also, does anyone know of a laundry service? I'm afraid I'm not sure if regular washing will help my situation much.

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[wearenotbroken]

There should be a laundry room in the apartment you're in, provided you're in one of the apartments.

[ Courtney offers a pleasant smile tinged with curiosity. ]

Also, it's a pleasure to meet you, Mister Vallet. I'm Courtney Marteniz but please feel free to just call me Courtney.

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[amery]

Ah, yes, I've seen it. I suppose I could always give it a try, though I'm not sure if it's equipped to handle so much...soot.

[Or if he'd gunk up the whole thing and break it. Really, he's never personally washed the ash off his own clothes before.]

It's a pleasure to meet you, as well.

[He quite liked being called 'Mister Vallet'.]

What do you know about this place we're in?

[wearenotbroken]

Hmm, maybe not. You could check at the hotel? They should have a setup that could help you. Or at least sturdier machines than what an apartment laundry room might have.

But why do you have so much soot on you?

[ She hums in consideration at his question. ]

It changes a lot, I can tell you that much. I've been here long enough to see it go from a beach sort of town to a city and now to this. This place seems to have more problems with it though.

[amery]

I'll look into that, thank you.

Ah. I was on a raid before ending up here. Flying close to a fire belcher means you end up covered in soot.

[He raised an eyebrow while he listened to her explanation of things.]

How is such a thing possible? I've never heard of places being able to change like that. And what sort of problems does this place have?