{ 06 } we don't need ropes to climb the walls anymore

[socoolbrewster]

Okay, so I'm not sure how this works, but. I guess I'm here for Evil, that's what the guy said. Or why I'm here; I'm still not quite sure what the deal is but it looks like I'm not the only one in that boat.

So uh. I'm Charley, and I'm pretty sure he'd be pissed if he knew I was here, but somebody's gotta, right? And I figure I owe him anyway.

[He rubs the back of his head, more than a little uncomfortable, but hey. It's the least he can do, come here, talk on his behalf or whatever; it's not like Adam can, and they were closer than Evil and Adam were anyway.]

Now's probably the part where I'd ask to talk to his warden if he had one, but it doesn't look like he does, so...if there's anybody who's looking out for him, I guess.

[PRIVATE to Peter Vincent]

Hey, man. So. Warden, huh? Who would've seen that coming, right?


[A/N: Obviously, Ed's affected! Brewster's pulled from after the end of the movie, so...yeah. Got nothing else here.]

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[hourglass_twin]

You know someone named Evil?

[socoolbrewster]

[...Right. He doesn't go by Evil here. Oops.]

Ed. My age, dark hair. Vampire.

[Kind of a dweeby asshole, but it's not so much of an issue anymore.]

[hourglass_twin]

Vampire? [He's never heard the term before.]

[socoolbrewster]

Yeah. Undead, creature of the night, goes around trying to suck your blood?

...I know, it sounds crazy. But it's not, trust me.

[hourglass_twin]

I've seen something like that where I'm from, though we called them the dead ones.

[socoolbrewster]

...And where are you from?

[All the skeptical faces, but that's right, there are all kinds of people here, aren't there.]

[hourglass_twin]

Solace. [Then he remembers that there are people from other worlds here.] That's on Krynn. It's really strange to think that some of you are from other worlds entirely.

[socoolbrewster]

[Thoughtful face is thoughtful; HE REMEMBERS THAT PLACE. Even though he tried to block it out.]

...What's your name?

[hourglass_twin]

Caramon. What's yours?

[socoolbrewster]

...Charley?

[He already said that. :/

Caramon. Caramon. He feels like he should know this. Alas.]

It's nice to meet you, man. So, do you know Ed, or...?

[hourglass_twin]

No, I just got here. I'm here for Raistlin.

[fellinaplothole]

"For evil?"

[socoolbrewster]

...It's a nickname. His name's actually Ed.

[fellinaplothole]

No one will know who we are here for if we don't announce it?

[Thank the Light, she can maybe come out of hiding in this bathroom stall now.]

[socoolbrewster]

Not unless they're mindreaders, anyway.

[A quiet laugh and a genuine smile; looks like somebody's loosening up.]

So you're one of the visitors too?

[fellinaplothole]

..Yes. I'm here in place of my sister, Jaina.

[socoolbrewster]

Oh, cool. So is she, um. An inmate, or a warden, or...? ...I mean, if it's okay to ask that.

[Sheepish; so much for having it all together.]

[fellinaplothole]

I think she's a warden? Everything here is a bit overwhelming.

[Private; Audio]

[peter_vincent]

[First the TARDIS, now a Charley Could this week be any weirder?]

He made me a deal I couldn't pass up. Didn't expect to see you here, either. [Pause.] But I'm glad you are. I mean, if anyone deserves a cruise, it's us.

[Uncomfortable shifting in seat.] Listen, I hate to be the one to tell you, but Jerry is here. Provided he's still himself, that is.

[Private; Audio]

[socoolbrewster]

...What? Come on, seriously? ...I mean, I'd say I'm surprised but Ed's here too, so I guess death is a non-issue.

Well I'm not sure how long I'm actually here for, but it's not long, I didn't exactly sign up for the permanent position. What do you mean, a deal?

[Private; Audio]

[socoolbrewster]

Nah, man. I don't think so, anyway, sounded like it was just a temporary thing.

[He's considering saying no. HE IS UNDERAGE, PETER. But he knows if he does he won't be left alone anyway, so. WHY NOT.]

Fine, but I'm not drinking. [Like that's happening.] Where's your cabin? It's like a labyrinth in here.

[Private; Audio]

[socoolbrewster]

Yeah, sure. Give me a few minutes, I'll be there as soon as I find it.

[And don't do anything stupid in the meantime, Peter. Please.]

[Spam]

[socoolbrewster]

[He knocks once, maybe twice, then heads inside. Carefully; this is Peter, who knows what's in there.]

Hey, you got your place here too. Cool. ...A little weird, but cool.

[He tosses the necklace back over; seriously, Peter? What is this, Mardi Gras? Or...you know what? He doesn't even want to go anywhere else with that.]

[Private; Audio] fixing for timeline!

[peter_vincent]

Surprised the shit out of me, too.

Wait, you mean you're... not staying? [All the dashed hopes there. But he recovers quickly, cuz he's Peter fucking Vincent, dammit.]

I'm treating you to a drink. I hate this damned network. My cabin in---wait. Shit. Fucking Admiral. My stock's a bit low at the moment. Okay, no problem. Pub, five minutes.

[Here, have some directions. He's so helpful to get you drunk!]

[Private; Audio]

[socoolbrewster]

Nah, man. I don't think so, anyway, sounded like it was just a temporary thing.

[He's considering saying no. HE IS UNDERAGE, PETER. But he knows if he does he won't be left alone anyway, so. WHY NOT.]

Fine, but I'm not drinking. [Like that's happening.]