daemonized | RECOLLE IC CONTACT.

In fact, I do find myself without an assistant this upcoming semester. Is this friend of yours interested?

My friend would be very much obliged. While he's not in your field properly, which I understand is something of a disadvantage, he's a proven hard worker and would very much benefit from assisting in an area of study that isn't his own, for a change.

And if this friend has your recommendation, I'm willing to overlook his lack of experience in the field if he still proves capable.

Are you saying he would benefit from it because it would expand his horizons, or do you mean something else?

I'm suggesting he would benefit from not being employed by the physics department specifically any longer.

For the sake of resolving a possible conflict of interest before it ever becomes a conflict to begin with.

[Ah ...Well then.]

I see.

In that case, I'm more than certain that arrangements can be made. We'd not want a conflict of interest on our hands, after all. And I wouldn't be foolish enough to turn away the help of someone eager to give it.

You're amenable, then. To something like that?

I know it's something of short notice, given how close it is to the new school year.

Yes, I am amenable.

[If this were a conversation being held in person, this is where Ardyn would be waving a hand dismissively.]

Short notice can be forgiven. This month has not be the most... conventional, and we both understand why. Details, of course, can be spoken about in person. Unless you have any concerns or hesitations you'd like to voice now?

...Well.

I suppose I should warn you that I sometimes get tempted to staple Burger King work applications to the particularly heinous exams I grade.

And I suppose I should ask if it's a prerequisite of the position to know Latin.

If that's the worst you do, then I have absolutely no issue with it. Staple as many as you like, my students will consider it a nice change from all the usual markings.

[The usual markings will still be there, at least. But the dread can be quelled by the initial wave of confusion coming from seeing the Burger King logo greeting them first.]

Not at all. But I'll not stop you if you wish to learn it completely and thoroughly before the semester begins.

Oh, it's hardly the worst I contemplate doing. I just have breathtaking powers of self-restraint.

...

You've not yet asked me why I'm seeking to get out of the physics department. Is that going to be a figurative elephant in the room for the duration of the semester?

[That... may or may not be because he already has an idea. But regardless:]

You did mention a conflict of interest. I'm willing to take your word that this is not something that will prove an issue for me or my department. It is not so much an elephant as it is me simply trusting you.

Though if you'd prefer to tell me why, I'm more than eager to hear you out, as well.

It's, ah. A matter of seeking to keep personal and professional relationships strictly separate.

With the...way things have been, with regard to matters concerning this app and...so on, it's just that. I...want to be able to support Dr. Lutece in capacities other than just as a professional colleague and a subordinate, and that's more easily facilitated when I'm not also her personal work assistant. That's what it is.

[i mean also he has a huge-ass crush but like. this sounds better.]

[If the romantic in him is yelling rather loudly right now, NO ONE WILL EVER KNOW. Ever. Especially since this is text.]

I see. Then I have to applaud you, because this is a very responsible decision for you to have made. There are times which we must judge in what capacity it is best to support those we care about. With all that's happened in the city, and with Retrospec, I cannot blame you for it at all.

And thank you for clarifying, as well.

I wouldn't be in this city at all without the support of someone who cares very deeply about me. So I agree, very much so. And I'm glad you think so as well.

...

I think it's the right decision, as much as I'll miss physics.

think it's the right decision as well. And while I am quite sorry that you'll miss physics, overall, I think we can hammer into your mind a stalwart appreciation for law. One way or another.

Optimistically, both do involve laws. Though I suppose the laws of man are somewhat easier to set and break than are the laws of physics.

You have no idea. You'll soon learn how creatively people /do/ break them, and yet still declare that they've done absolutely nothing wrong.

You'll find some amusement in it, I'm sure. Something to look forward to!

Is that what you teach, Professor? Creative Loopholes 101?

Or would you say it's more of Closing Creative Loopholes, instead?

Don't you know that's what law truly is? A bevy of loopholes that one needs to either navigate around, or jump headlong into? Depending upon your preference, and what your motivations might be.

So, you could say, both.

Perhaps I missed my calling, going into physics.

Even though it's not my field of choice, I have a feeling I'm going to enjoy this subject matter a great deal.

I certainly hope that is the case. I'll do my best to make sure your interest doesn't wane, I assure you.

While it may seem redundant given that I can find you through the Retrospec app, will you send me your school contact information? Email and all that. To make all of this more official; we can sort out the actual details soon.

Oh, of course. Just a moment, I'll forward that over to you.

[Beep bop boop.]

I know I've said it already, but I really can't express my gratitude enough, Professor. Thank you so much for the assistance.

RECOLLE IC CONTACT.

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject