[ He steps back into the rover, letting her enter, and moving to the kitchen unit while he does. He brings out two cups of wine, and holds one out to her. He doesn’t care what time of day it is. The wine warms him up better than anything, and if she’s here then she can join him. That comment of hers is getting a wry smile. ]
I can’t keep up my tan in these conditions. I don’t know what your excuse is. I’m fine, though, I promise. I just wish we’d been able to bring the animals back, that’s the worst part. Sit down, Alina.
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Alina. Yes I am, I've been sleeping. Sorry I didn't answer sooner. You were worried?
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It's okay.
FROM: starkov.alina@cdc.org
I know you were on the mission with the accident. Were you in the avalanche?
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Yes, our jeep got lost. Teach me for driving. Armada got us out, though. I think everyone's all right.
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Is there anything I can do to help? Do you need extra warmth?
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It's all right. Martin set me on fire.
FROM: dartagnan@cdc.org
That's less alarming than it sounds. Really I'm fine. All of our animals died, though.
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If you're sure. I can offer my sunlight any time...
FROM: starkov.alina@cdc.org
At least you guys survived, though. And less animals for us to take care of.
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If you want to come over and shine at me I won't complain. And I thought you liked animals. You have one of the cats.
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Careful what you wish for. I just might.
FROM: starkov.alina@cdc.org
Koroleva's the exception to the rule.
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You can bring her too if you like. So long as she doesn't try to eat me.
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No guarantees.
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That's not very reassuring. Aren't you supposed to be making me feel better?
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You said you were all right. Don't complain.
FROM: starkov.alina@cdc.org
I'm coming over.
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Okay I'll see you soon. Give me a minute, this place looks like a badger's set.
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I promise to only judge you a little bit.
[ but soon she's at his rover, knocking. He better be ready. ]
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He goes to open the door, letting her in. He looks okay - maybe a little paler than usual. ]
Come in. It's barely even a mess anymore.
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You at least look paler than me... That's really hard to do. Especially for you.
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I can’t keep up my tan in these conditions. I don’t know what your excuse is. I’m fine, though, I promise. I just wish we’d been able to bring the animals back, that’s the worst part. Sit down, Alina.
[ Don’t stand awkwardly around, come on. ]