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[bootsweremadeforcasting]

[Had anyone given it thought, they might have noticed Jade has been missing for a few days after the dream issues. No matter, he can be seen in plain view jogging towards the center of the town, noticeably missing the blue uniform he's always wearing. Instead, it's just black pants and a dark blue shirt.

Why he's jogging can be answered if one just looks and listens. There's a noticeable noise when his left foot comes down and any onlooker can see said leg in encased in a metal boot that stretches up to his midthigh. An opening in the front reveals a thick bandage wrapped around said limb. The entire boot seems to be robotic, clicking and whirring when Jade eventually stops near the coral.

Taking out his SFC, Jade makes a quick call to one Alister Azimuth.]

Ah, Alister, the boot seems to be working fine. I haven't taken it off to change the bandages thus far, so I'll have to see how easy it is to get in and out of yet.

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[closedcircuit]

Then why would you trust a machine more than a human? At least people have souls and consciences.

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[bootsweremadeforcasting]

Ah, and again, putting words in my mouth- you're very determined, aren't you Ky?

[He thought on the second part and smirked.]

Not all of us do.

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[closedcircuit]

Perhaps you should say what you mean instead.

But yes, Jade, we all do.

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[bootsweremadeforcasting]

I have been, you've just been twisting them to set me up as a strawman for your argument. Terribly rude, really~

I could argue against that, but who's looking to fight~?

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[closedcircuit]

I'm merely concerned about your own safety.

I don't wish to get in a fight with you.

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[bootsweremadeforcasting]

I'm perfectly fine, the leg won't gain a sentience of its own.

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[closedcircuit]

Can it be controlled externally?

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[bootsweremadeforcasting]

No, it's just a brace.

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[closedcircuit]

It's not just a brace, it does assist in the movement as well.

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[bootsweremadeforcasting]

As a brace, it assists in movements by keeping my weight off of it.

Like a brace is supposed to.

It's just a few metal pieces welded together to assist me.

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[closedcircuit]

Then why is it making those noises?

[And why are you lying to him about the nature of this, Jade.]

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[bootsweremadeforcasting]

Lack of oil.

[Hey, you're the one believing it.]

Besides, I didn't know you were so worried about my safety~ I'm touched~

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[closedcircuit]

I don't see what oil has to do with it.

I'm concerned about everyone's safety here, it's part of my job.

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[bootsweremadeforcasting]

It gets rough and grinding and makes odd noises.

[Jade chuckled.]

Ah, so you think I can't take care of myself~

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[closedcircuit]

Perhaps that means it's going to explode.

I think that if you're letting such a machine this close to you you're putting yourself in unnecessary danger.

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[bootsweremadeforcasting]

You are far too paranoid for your own good.

Ah, so I'm an idiot now~

Really, Ky, you're hurting my feelings.

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[closedcircuit]

I don't see how this is hurting me to be wary of technology.

I didn't mean to say as much, but it would be better if you took more care.

[bootsweremadeforcasting]

I never said it was~ You really should stop assuming things, Ky, you'll start to look foolish.

I take very good care, but accidents are called 'accidents' for a reason~

[closedcircuit]

You said I was too paranoid for my own good. I don't know what else you meant it to refer to.

[bootsweremadeforcasting]

Paranoid in general, Ky~

[closedcircuit]

I don't think I am.

[bootsweremadeforcasting]

Hm, oh yes, you trust everyone, don't you?

[closedcircuit]

Not people who have shown themselves to be a danger.

[bootsweremadeforcasting]

Once again, I find it interesting that you wait for someone to stab you in the back before you distrust them~

[closedcircuit]

I wouldn't put it that way, but I do think that most people deserve trust.