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text; un: H. Gurszky

[magneticfields]

Neptune, I hope this is not presumptuous of me.

[ He's still not entirely clear on how etiquette for texting works. ]

I noticed on Karen Page's network post that you have skills related to the manipulation of water. I've successfully cleared the pool drain of the clog. The water has drained. Do you think you'd be able to fill it again?

[neritic]

(Well, this is slightly embarrassing isn't it.

Neptune leaves this message on seen for longer than she usually would, only because it means finally admitting that her powers just aren't working the way that they used to. Some how this is a tough thing to say to somebody else. She misses feeling all-consuming.

Eventually, she simply sends back:)

Who is this?

(Just to give herself a little more time.)

[magneticfields]

[ Erik sucks his teeth and tsks himself when he sees the reply. ]

My apologies. This form of communication has not been invented yet in my time, and I'm not wholly familiar with the common etiquette yet. My name is Henryk Gursky. I've been trying to return the pool to a functional state.

[neritic]

You're not familiar with introducing yourself to somebody you've never spoken to? What time DO you come from exactly

(Good grief.)

Anyway, it's whatever
I
might be able to fill it
Honestly ever since I woke up here my powers haven't been working the way that they used to, and it's really fucking annoying. I don't understand why

[magneticfields]

Multiple people have addressed me using this platform with no introduction other than the name in the subject heading. I did not realize they were being rude, as well. I thought it was accepted etiquette.

[ Nobody is born understanding this.

The confession about her powers being unexpectedly limited earns some sympathy, as his have been similarly affected. ]

From what I understand, that has been happening to many people who have special abilities. I can't imagine how disconcerting that must be.

[ He can, but.. ]

If you're able to exert some influence on it, that would be helpful. But the pool was functioning by some mechanical means before, so maybe we can repair it the old-fashioned way if the water proves itself difficult.

[neritic]

(It's literally no different to Neptune than talking to somebody for the first time out loud but whatever. They're not here to argue this particular point. She rolls her eyes, and ignores it.)

It isn't fun, that's for sure! PLUS there's the potential threat of me drying out if I don't get enough water??? You might notice I am feeling SUPER relaxed about that right now

(Hint, she isn't. She's a little afraid, actually, but she won't say that out loud to a stranger ever ever ever.)

Look: I'll come and see what I can do
No promises

[magneticfields]

[ It's difficult to tell the state of mind of a stranger via text, but he knows sarcasm when he sees it. ]

If you're willing to try, it would be appreciated. The primary concern with the pool is removing the stagnant water as that presents a health hazard, which we can do by more conventional means. Your health and safety is more important than filling the pool. By no means should you feel obligated to hurt yourself in order for us to be able to swim a few laps.