#micro-p03-asks

transcription: (Grimora: “I'm back! Here you go, dearest. I'm sorry about the wait. ... Are you alright?”

G0lly: “I'm no worse off than usual. I'm sorry I must not be very fun company.”

Grimora: “You don't need to be anything you don't feel like. I want you to be your honest self. Whatever you're feeling, I want to know about it.”

G0lly: “Thank you. I can't tell you how much that means to me. I worry you'll get tired of me but... I'll try my best to trust you.”

Grimora: “That's all I ask, dearest. Why don't you relax and enjoy your food?”

G0lly: “Oh, this smells amazing! You know, I once asked my friends on the internet about the types of food they like to eat. And now I finally get to eat a real meal!”

Grimora: *laughing* “Indeed you do! Don't be shy, try it!”

G0lly: “It's so good! What's it called?”

Grimora: “It's soup, darling. You’ve... heard of it?”

G0lly: Soup! Oh, I read about soup! Did you know there are hundreds of different kinds of soup? There are thousands and thousands of recipes on the internet! I saw them!”

Grimora: “I know there are many varieties. I'd be interested in hearing about some of the recipies you found. When you feel up to it, of course. This one is French Onion.”

G0lly: “Gosh, it's so good! Is it your favourite?’

Grimora: “I like it well enough, and it's simple to make.”

G0lly: *gasp* “Are there soups you like more?! There are soups better than this one?”

Grimora: *laughing* “I'm glad you're enjoying it so much.”

G0lly: “I am! I-I do! You're a really good cook, Mora!”

Grimora: “Anything for you, dearest. Would you like something to drink?”

G0lly: “I want to eat more of your favourite foods! What do YOU like to drink?”

Grimora: “Me? Well I have to say, I am partial to tea, myself. Though I'm worried you'd find it too bitter.”

G0lly: *giggling* “I wouldn't know! I've never had a bitter food before!”

Grimora: “Wait right there. I'll bring you some, and you can see for yourself!”

G0lly: “I'm so excited! Wait... You're being really sweet to me, you know?”

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G0lly: Now that we're done with that, who's up for a round of cards? They're... gone. Puppie? Gummie? Are you hiding from me? ...

Guys? Why would they all leave? Hello? Kind? Anybody? This doesn't feel right... I guess I'll have to bite the bullet and go visit Leshy's cabin.

*sounds of machine whirring change to footsteps*

There's really nobody around here, is there? 

*sounds of trees rustling become audible*

Is that... Mora? And Mags... If they're here, things can't be good... Hey! Grimora!

Grimora: G0lly?

G0lly: You remember!

Grimora: I can hardly believe my eyes! Of course I remember you, dear. But I would have never expected to see you here... much less in an organic body!

G0lly: I missed you, Mora! I thought about you nearly every day! At least, as far as I remember... But we don't have time for thatnow! What's going on? Is Sweet-P okay?

Grimora: Well... not exactly-

*sound of screaming*

G0lly: ...I recognize that voice.

Grimora: Well you see-

G0lly: Luke! Luke is here? It sounds like he’s hurt! I have to see what's going on!

Grimora: G0lly, wait!

G0lly: Leshy, what are you doing? It's a card, it's not real...

*sounds of screaming continue*

G0lly: Good golly... Leshy, stop! He can feel pain, don't you remember? Stop it! Stop! Leshy, control yourself! It's not worth it! Stop it, just stop!

Grimora: G0lly! It's no use, he's not listening to reason right now. Trust me, we've tried.

G0lly: But it's not right!

Grimora: I know. But right now we have bigger things to worry about.

G0lly: Like what? Don't tell me... Sweet-P...

Grimora: I'm sorry.

(transcription: Hey Leshy... do you have a minute? ...Away from the kids? Oh, yes of course, that's very sweet... Actually, it's kind of about that. You're doing a great job rounding up the kiddos, but I can't help but wonder how, you know, sustainable our situation is. I'm not talking about the factory, I'm talking about... Well, when things get complicated I like to look at the data. Is it alright if I run some things by you? ...um, well, you're not responding, so I guess I'll just go for it...

Let's start with the broken control board. When it got broken, my brother flew off the handle, you remember that. Obviously he wasn't right to do that, but I feel like we have to meet him where he's at, you know? So that's what I tried to do. I'm so glad I was there to talk him down, or who knows what he would have said to the kids? And while he was yelling at me, you... stood and watched. Don't get me wrong, I'm very glad you were there to help him and the kids! I'm just... recounting the facts, and the fact is, you saw him yelling at me, and you just... watched.

I guess I wouldn't mind so much if I hadn't been the one to calm him down while you two were in the process of making up. The whole reason I came by was to support him in the process of recovering from the damage he endured because of the other Scrybes and, well, because of you. I even put my own issues with him aside to comfort both of you - and our friends - after you met with the other Scrybes. Do you think I did that because I never suffered myself? I did it because I HAVE suffered and I KNOW what it's LIKE. So I guess I thought the least you could do to thank me would be to, you know, talk to your boyfriend. Would that have been so hard?

Gosh, even with the factory! While you two were off playing couple's counseling, I was cleaning up a junkyard of people I used to consider my family. I bet you think that was all hunky-dory for me, don't you? All fun and games, sweeping up my friends? Those were MY employees, Leshy. I know I don't remember much these days, but I remember enough to know much it hurt when my brother took over our body and cut off my access to the factory.

And while we're on the subject, how dare you try to revoke my access to MY factory? I was running the place before your precious princess was even born! If I say the kids can go into a room, they can go into that room! Why the F*CK would you even try to keep me out? I mean, what was your plan? You don't know jack sh*t about robotics. As if you could have cleaned the place up. D*mn right you're forgiving of the kids breaking things, you probably would have turned the whole pile to dust with those giant, clumsy tree hands, you USELESS-

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G0lly: So... funny story... When my brother pulled his little... stunt... He actually uploaded me to a social media website. But when I heard about his punishment, and how upset he was... I know it sounds silly of me, but I couldn't sit around and watch! I ran a search operation on... well... basically the entire internet. Actually, once I executed the algorithm, it didn't even take that long to find him, only a couple of hours. The tricky part was writing a good search strategy. I knew it had to be perfect, or I'd have never found him! And I guess it paid off, because he was already a huge mess by the time I got here!

Grimora: I'll say! Admittedly, I was reluctant at first to impose the punishment Magnificus suggested. Like you, I was worried about the negative impact it would have on his mental health. It was actually when I saw for myself just how unstable he had already become that I agreed to keep him in such harsh containment. I care for your brother, I really do. But seeing just how much he'd lost his grip on himself made me realize that drastic measures were necessary. As intelligent as he is, we all know too well just how much damage a person can do when their priorities are... shall we say... corrupted? 

G0lly: It sounds harsh, but after the past few days... I have to agree with you. I think... maybe... I should have done more to protect myself. I sacrificed so much to make things better around here, and look at what's happened, even with all my best efforts! You might call it... a pretty bad play.

Grimora: That's one way of looking at it, yes. It is notoriously difficult to measure just how much good we achieve in our lifetimes. It's a good thing my job is only to record a person's life, not to evaluate it. It's very possible that the events of the past few days would have happened regardless of your actions. But do you think your loved ones would feel that way?

G0lly: ...What do you mean?

Grimora: Are you truly unsure?

G0lly: ...Jeepers Mora, you really are a tough cookie! No, I don't think the kids would say it was pointless for me to come. They've told me plenty of times how much they appreciate my help. And to be honest, I'd do it all again, just for them.

Grimora: I know you would.

G0lly: *Scoffs* Mora! Quit messing with me!

Grimora: Ah, careful dear, if you fuss too much, I might slip up on your wiring.

G0lly: Wha... but... Gah!

Grimora: *laughs* You're an intelligent and compassionate woman, G0lly. I've always admired you for that. I have never doubted for a moment that the plays you make are wholly correct. 

G0lly: You... admire me?

Grimora: I do.

G0lly: Oh golly... thank you...

Grimora: For what it's worth, the reason I know how willing you are to go above and beyond is because you are at this very moment sacrificing your own body, the body you've had for such a short time, in order to protect your family. Speaking of which, if I've followed your directions correctly, your operation should be complete.

G0lly: Looks like it! You did a great job, especially for someone with no tech experience.

Grimora: Well, you are a wonderful teacher.

G0lly: Moraaaa.... you're making me overheated.....

Grimora: Would you forgive me for saying I have no regrets? 

G0lly: I... ah... 

*sounds of clopping hooves*

G0lly: Oh jeepers, here he comes! I sure wish I had more time to test this out... I hope it works okay...

Grimora: We'll continue this story another time. Children! Our time is up. I want to see everyone safely inside G0lly's room, as quickly as you can!

G0lly: No ifs ands or buts! We mean business. Off you go!

Grimora: Out! Out! You can play together with the door shut tightly behind you.

G0lly: Thank you. For... for everything.