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[freshtilapia]

[ After playing around with the device for a bit, now that they finally have time to settle in after the vine madness, Fish has the thing mounted nicely at an angle high enough to give the network a nice view of their head to the top of their shoulders—much like a beauty blogger really. They’ve got an eye for beauty and they put it to use here. They have a bare face at the moment, but it’s still a pretty face with smooth purple skin that fades to lilac on their face, their throat, and the front of their chest. ]

I suppose if everyone is using this thing to ask questions, I might as well ask one of my own.

[ They take a small brush loaded with sea green pigment and draw it over each of their eyelids as a thick eyeliner with practiced, precise movements. ]

Cosmetics and clothing. Has anyone gone shopping recently? I’ve noticed this place is just far too different from the one I know. So I think I could use some guidance. Or some company. Company preferable.

[ They chuckle to the camera and shimmy their shoulders, like a practiced coquettish performer. They pop open a small glass jar of deep purple pigment and another brush. And they quickly fill in their lips with the same neatness as their eyes. ]

There is a lot I want to acquire if I’ll be staying here for a while. So, let me know if you’d like to go shopping.

Oh, by the way. In case we haven’t met... you can call me “Fish”.

[ They wink. ]

Comments

[crabbmarche]

[The article probably wasn't necessary, but Spy is nothing but honest about what he does for a living. Also, he may have been trying to match how easily Fish calls themselves... well, "Fish".]

Enchanté. Equal parts insurance policy and habit at this point. Although I suppose it could be a statement as well.

[freshtilapia]

Interesting. I'll respect that.

[Fish wonders if a handsome face could be hiding behind the mask, but the video probably doesn't give them the best view. Maybe they'll have better luck meeting in person.]

Is there any place you'd like to meet, Spy?

[The article feels weird to tack on anyway, they figured.]

[crabbmarche]

[Spy contemplates that for a moment, adjusting to reach for something off camera. He does need to get out more. He returns to the camera for a moment with a small frown.]

Well. It seems I need cigarettes. Would... what's it called - Mond Mart? Would that be feasible for you?

[As much as he hates going anywhere with the word 'mart' in it, he figures it's his best bet.]

[freshtilapia]

[Fish isn't sure what a cigarette is, but well... sure. Why not. Always nice to meet new people!]

Sure, why not. There's one around the second level, isn't there?

[crabbmarche]

[Go through with this and have everything you love covered in smoke!]

I think so, yes. Did you want to meet now? I have no other plans today.

[freshtilapia]

[Well. Looks like this is going to turn into a recipe for smoked fish.]

Well, we certainly can. I'll see you soon!

[crabbmarche]

[Spy will message them the exact Mond Mart that he ends up at once he gets there.

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