Adventure 2.0 - Heli 3. Will Rat survive a nasty new world?

[Anastasia]

On an offhanded look, it probably could be. It would take a bit of work, likely.

As you do so, you notice the group getting going in earnest - they haven't really noticed you.

[Carthrat]

Carthrat makes himself known by walking through the crowd- he tends to leave an impression, after all.

[Anastasia]

This does get attention - you stand out a fair deal from these refugees.  A few eye you, some show shock, and most are simply interested. "Carthrat!" comes the call from the leader of the people, near the front.

[Carthrat]

Carthrat heads to the front, wishing he had had time for a shower. Damn.

"Moving so soon, eh?"

[Anastasia]

"We're preparing," she nods as you get through the parting mass of men and women. "Also," she nods as you get closer. "They're curious about you. If you would, would you talk to them a moment?\"

[Carthrat]

"Well, uh, ok," replies Carthrat, shrugging. "What do you want me to say?"

[Anastasia]

"They want to know who you are and that you're saving them," she says consicely. "We're tired and scared, and most want to be reassured that this is salvation."

[Carthrat]

Instead of giving an out-and-out speech to the crowd, Carthrat starts by mingling with them- introducing himself, asking how people are, where they hope to go, if they have any family, that sort of thing. He makes more than a few promises, too- and he's at lest pretty sure he can keep them.

[Anastasia]

"Thank you!"

There is much more said than this, some of it nicer and soime of it not. Yet, most are fundamentally happy if wary of your help, ready to finally try to recover their lives somewhat.  A half hour passes this way, Rachel coming to you at last. Away from the crowd a moment, "Are we going to begin today," she asks.

[Carthrat]

"I guess," replies Carthrat, putting on a sulky pose. "I can't believe I'm doing this. Man."

[Anastasia]

"It's the right thing to do, and a good thing," Rachel notes, looking over the gathered people.

[Carthrat]

"Doesn't help us get any closer to Diane," notes Carthrat, shrugging. "Ah well. Whatever."

[Anastasia]

To that, Rachel's smile slips ever so slightly. "I know, but..." she hesitates a moment. "It's the right thing to do," she affirms, shaking her head.

[Carthrat]

"Don't ask me what I'm gonna do with all these guys, though," comments Carthrat. "I'll drop 'em at the nearest federation planet.. man, if I can even get there."

[Anastasia]

"Or a station," she suggests, as you hear the crowd moving. "We can find out when we get back?"