[hey ushio, fix up that damn room and we can probably be down there tomorrow- jon]
AnonymousOf course. I’ll let Lamont know.
Jon, take a deep breath, step away from the computer, and count to thirty before even attempting to say anything to Lamont.
That’s not a suggestion.
It’s an instruction.
I am still getting used to this contraption, ma chère.
Does Jonathan know I am here?
Does he know you’re here at the moment, or does he know that you’re a member of this website?
Because the first is yes, and the second I’m unsure. If he wasn’t, however, he will be now.
I see.
This will be entertaining.
Let the fireworks begin.
This is true.
How long did it take him not to cringe when you turned it on?
Actually, now that you mention it, it would be funnier for Jon to find out on his own. I’ll keep quiet for now.
Oh, he’s grown used to them.
I think they fascinate him now, now that he’s grown out of that stupid apprehension.
Also, it would appear Jon’s looking at this conversation.
He’s on here?
You actually got him to use a computer???
Damn, Ushio.
No, he hasn’t. Should I be the one to break the news?
Well do you think he could possibly live with me without learning to use a computer?
I need all the help I can get, and he’s the only one readily available.
If you wish. I personally think it would be funnier to see him figure it out for himself.
I did, and I am.
That doesn’t mean I don’t owe you.
Fine, think however you want.
…
By the way….
Has Jon come across Lamont yet?
Of course. I couldn’t have done it without you, Ushio.
Oh shush. I just gave you some help.
You did it yourself.
You should be proud of that.
Oh, god, I wish that would go away.
No, the students thought that was great, sadly. It was the faculty who made it a problem.
Like I said, though, I’m too good at my job for them to fire me.
I WILL get tenure, dammit.
Of course you will, dear. There’s not a doubt in the world. You’ve worked too hard, and you’ve had help from the best, of course.
There’s a reason I’m famous on campus. Or, rather, infamous.
Of course he will, he’s Jon. He won’t shut up until I give in.
Really? I was under the impression that your infamy was due to the stunt Jon pulled two semesters ago with the roses and the
Nevermind.
I am still getting used to this contraption, ma chère.
Does Jonathan know I am here?
Does he know you’re here at the moment, or does he know that you’re a member of this website?
Because the first is yes, and the second I’m unsure. If he wasn’t, however, he will be now.
Hello.
Doing well. This semester’s students are actually better behaved than the last bunch of monkeys.
I’m sorry about that. I’ve been meaning to take some time off so we can go by. Keep reminding me. I miss you, too.
Of course, dear. Also that’s good to hear, because you have such a way with the unruly ones.
Yes, and you have to tell Jon. Actually, all you have to do is mention a visit to Jon and he’ll take care of the nagging for me.
Hello.
It’s a mystery to me as well.
Jon’s obviously the first, who’s the second you’re trying not to associate yourself with?
Slick, naturally.
How have you been, Ushio?
Of course.
Quite well, and yourself?
You haven’t been by to visit in quite some time, I’m starting to get lonely.
So yes, I am posting this in order for my friends to respond.
Also to say hello.
Bonjour, ma petite sorcière.
Ah, bonjour Lamont.
I was wondering when you would respond.
The Knight and the Witch
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The first time they met, he was on a job. The guy who’d hired him had given him a little background information and her address, and told him that she would know what to give him. He’d paid well, and told him to be careful. He was always careful. What the man hadn’t told him was how young she was. He’d knocked on her door expecting a woman, but had instead found himself face to face with a girl who looked no older that twelve.
Ushio always surprised people like that.
