hugtopia | [video]

[This video starts with a blue-haired young woman smiling and giving the camera a little wave from where she's propped it up. The house she's living in, what's visible of it at least, is tidy and neatly organized.

She likes a neat house, what can she say? Though she does acknowledge it won't be able to stay that way.]

Hello everyone! My name is Aqua and it's come to my attention that there are several unaccompanied children here in Havenwell. Or- young people, if not children.

So I'm opening my home to them. I have a couple children staying already, just so no one has to be on their own sooner than they should be, and I can take in a few more. We have four rooms, I don't mind sleeping on the couch to keep as many people living comfortably as they can.

Once I can save up enough dora, I have every intention of getting a much bigger home or getting help from Havenwell to keep a more organized system. For now though, it's just me.

If you need somewhere to stay, or know someone who does, don't be afraid to bring them by or point them by way. [Attached is a file for where her particular house is located.]

Don't worry about owing anything or needing to help either. I won't object but I don't want anyone to feel obligated, okay?

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[One of her responses is from a woman wearing a sky blue cloak, her voice a soft, even tone.]

... So they have found someone to offer them a steady guardianship. Good.

[She'd had her own sense of concern, having met the children, but ultimately had not known how to handle the situation. Better for someone more equipped to do so, which at least was a... direction.]

What form of aid do you require?

[Interesting choice of clothing there, but who is she to judge? Especially if she's going to be setting an example for children!]

I certainly hope to, at the very least.

[That's quite the assumption but is anyone ever fully prepared?]

I suppose I could use help getting blankets and such for their rooms. And recipes, rather than relying on the replicators. It would probably be good for them if we all helped with meals, even in small ways.

I've never done this, so I'm not entirely sure.

[She wishes her master was alive.]

[She's wearing a blue and gold gown underneath, but it's still a bit of a unique style all things considered.]

Others may keep an eye on them when they encounter them otherwise, though it is not the same as offering shelter.

[And committing to it, so good on Aqua for stepping up, even with any uncertainty she might have had. Though when the listed items are mentioned... hm.]

Where recipes are concerned... have you met Taako and Lup? They are experienced chefs, and may agree to assist in such an endeavor.

[She's not certain if they would agree to such an exchange for free, but, she knew this cause would ring true to them.]

No, I suppose it isn't. As long as they're comfortable, that's all I'm worried about, but I would prefer they have a stable home.

[She's still not sure if she can't handle it- not on her own. At least, not forever. It's a start though.]

I think I met Lup. When we first got here and were having the worst of the replicator problems.

They are accustomed to different lifestyles, so they may be more inclined to... explore their options before they settle.

[From what she's heard from both of them, anyway, though it seems this arrangement was already settled.]

If you have already met, that should make it easier to ask.

Mhm, I can understand that. Just as long as they're safe. I think I'd worry otherwise, knowing they're not being looked after.

[Somewhat. At least for a couple of the kids, but she wants to be sure the groundwork is laid for any more that might be brought here.]

I'll have to give her a call. Hopefully it won't seem too out of the blue!

Perhaps. We can hope that this place will not seek to draw in more, in that case.

[But there was no telling what would be likely, with such strange gods and the energy the world was seeking.]

She is reasonable. If you have previously discussed the food sources, that adds more relevance to your seeking her knowledge.

If they do... well, I guess I'll have to save for a bigger house then, won't I? Moving won't be very fun but it would be worth it.

[She's not quite ready to give her all for this but she's determined to be.]

Thank you for that. I really appreciate the advice.

Having the space may put your mind further at ease for the... endeavor.

[The sooner the upgrade managed, the less time to get attached to any current dwelling arrangement. If that were possible, anyway.

She's still not used to being thanked for such things, but she nods.]

... Of course. It is little trouble. After all, you were the one being forward thinking about it in the first place.

[She just happened to know very good cooks, so it was nice to feel somewhat useful by proxy.]

I imagine the kids would be more comfortable too. Maybe they could have their own rooms then.

[That might be hard though. She'll have to start getting really comfortable with people soon. It's hard though when she was raised a certain way.]

Oh- well- I suppose I was, a bit. When I saw Rin on her own, I realized she wouldn't be the only one. If not now than in the future.

It may depend on what they want, or what they are accustomed to.

[Rin and Ib especially both seemed to have their own different ways of interacting with others. One was far too open to be steered while the other was far too skittery.]

... Indeed, I thought so as well. Now that this world has already begun bringing people to it, it is not likely to end with us.

[Given all of the space and town and how it was clearly setting up for more.]

[That's true enough. She'll have to be careful about that and ask everyone their preferences whenever they all start to settle.]

Probably not. I don't think we're going to be enough to help their entire world at our current numbers.

[She wishes they could be, to spare others from having to come here and adjust and worry over friends and loved ones.]

I hope you'll take care of yourself too. I'm not afraid to look after adults in the city too!

[It's have in jest.]</small.

Having more numbers will not solve the problem, either. Not until there is a sustainable system.

[Which... how could one even build that given what was required as an energy source to begin with? Well done, planet.

At the jest though, she is mildly surprised, her expression softened by faint amusement at the consideration.]

... Do not worry. I am not alone here. [Because of Lup, of course.] But perhaps you ought not to forget that for yourself.

[The fact that Aqua seemed intent on looking after others with no one seeming to be looking out for her interests? Certainly sounded like that could be a problem.]

You're right. I hope they have something in mind, at least.

[Oh.

Heck, that got turned on her fast. She laughs though, smiles, and waves her hand a bit.] I won't!

[She will. Probably. It's a habit to put others before herself.]

It seems unlikely that they have prepared far enough ahead for that on their own. Calling us here was an act of desperation, after all.

[She just thought it best to be as realistic as possible about their current outlook. Who knew what unexpected changes could occur with their time spent there.]

Perhaps... I should not keep you further from the rest of your preparations?

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