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[bestofall]

You have reached Festival, king of entertainers and entertainer of kings. I'm fairly certain this device will allow you to leave a message. Best of luck with that.


Art by switalia

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[bestofall]

[...]

That's what you're calling to ask? Chris, when have I ever given you the impression I fear fallout? How many times now have I bankrupted the household with citations?

Don't be ridiculous. If they're cross with you, you'll need a good home and support to weather it.

[chrisisofaith]

[He sighs in slight relief more than laughs like he'd felt like doing.]

Maybe I was hoping you'd found some wisdom from all those times and take the writing on the wall?

I wanted to offer afore I made move, just in case. Full honest, I'd much rather be at home if papers arrive with my name.

[bestofall]

Wisdom - you ought to know me better than that by now.

What sort of grievances do you mean to air?

[chrisisofaith]

Maybe I'm foolishly hopeful.

It's based on Jon's data. Designation switches and inconsistencies within the city's governance. Plan to play it like a dignitary coming to call on a neighbor's political practices, but we'll see if they even listen.

[Festival might hear the rattle of the door both through the phone and in the house as Chris gets home.]

Ah-hold on.

[He turns off the call and juggles what groceries and the present he's brought back as he enters the house.]

I'm home!