"I can see why people would prefer that, and at some point I might change my mind about what I want or need. I just don't want to jump into that immediately." She shrugs, watching Festival thoughtfully. Well, not relying on him for quota suited her just fine. As for punishment, she had no plans to get caught breaking any laws. Really, no active plans to break laws, yet.

"So I'm definitely looking for the standard three-month temporary contract, not necessarily anything longer-term yet. Though if I find myself compatible with a partner and things seem to work out, who knows?"