some grumpy grump hates kids

[trulyfree]

[No formal introductions here since Fenris is preoccupied with the noise coming from down the hall.]

I returned to my quarters to find the others rooming with me to be missing and shrieks echoing down the hallway.

Perhaps it should be of no concern, but it seems some of the younger ones among us are murdering each other collectively in some strange ritual. I am uncertain of if it would be wise to intrude, though advice would be appreciated as to whether or not I should bolt the door and bar them from returning as punishment for their unruly behavior.

[Not that he hasn't already done just that.]

Comments

[unabatedly]

Hijikata's right; this isn't all that uncommon, unfortunately.

[It doesn't make things easier, certainly, but this part she can explain a little.]

We've had several people come in with...similar histories but sometimes inexact details. It's something the Trumps like to do from time to time. They bring others from alternate worlds.

[pseudologist]

I hadn't missed that.

[With Anders around, expecting Hawke to start swinging around a sword the size of...well, of Anders, it would be hard to miss.]

It's just a little more surprising when it's close to home.

[unabatedly]

[A beat.]

I'm sorry. I know it's...difficult. I've been mostly lucky enough not to have anyone from my 'time' that I've recognized.

[pseudologist]

I do have to wonder how groups of Travelers are chosen. I know Hawke attracts followers like a dog attracts fleas, but the disparity is...notable.

[unabatedly]

There's only small threads of similarities between us. All of us, in some way, have shaped our respective worlds. Beyond that-- I think the Trumps just like to have a varied group of us. The better to watch our reactions.