I am recruiting for a program called Task Force X. Now, daunting as that may sound, the objections revolve around doing good for the community. Often, I believe, preventive medicine is the most ideal.
I believe RISE got a bit of a slap on the wrist for misbehaving... [Chilton spoke delicately enough, given that he had been loosely tied to the organization himself. He didn't begrudge Baelish for sparking an investigation, of course, he wasn't in a position to bite the hand that fed his more personal projects.] ... And our projects require a clean slate, so to speak.
[ Which made sense. Mick had heard a bit about that, looked into it after he'd talked to Jacob. He wasn't against RISE but didn't agree with some of the measures they took to "improve" it. ]
Do you happen to know a man who goes by the name Diablo? I thought you two would... Catch on. [Catch on like a flame, truth be told. Chilton thought he'd start off strong with the parallels.] He is already committed to the cause.
[Like a true romantic, without preamble, Leonard simply leans in Mick's door and throws a book right at him. Hey, he's observed his reading habits. If this was the other Mick, he'd have gotten him a ninja flick. For this one, this seems appropriate.]
I left the receipt inside so you can see I actually paid for it.
Excellent -- Excellent! [No use in masking his delight; Mick just made his day.] I'll be sure to get your information on the roster, while I finish up first round recruitment. I expect a slow burn, but ideally within the next two months we will be ready for the first engagement.
[ The following message is sent in Spanish... but I am not writing it that way. MICK CAN TRANSLATE IT OR NOT WHATEVER WORKS BETTER. ]
❰ just giving you an update that I'm almost done with that list its taking some time cuz theres a lot of bases to cover, yknow, but trust me youre gonna need it if you expect to convince ppl they aint making no deals with the devil
I aint so sure myself either I know exactly how this kinda thing can go, and usually it goes wrong. I seen it. ❱
[Merry Christmas, Mick! From Walker, he receives a few presents:
(1) Three incense sticks in a fragrant oil pot, smelling faintly of citrus. No candles for Mick! (2) A handwoven prayer mat. (3) This. Okay, okay, once he opens it, a smaller book filled with sage quotes from a Buddhist monk will fall out, in addition to a note, but Mick can keep the romance. ]
Dear Mick,
A new year is coming, as are plenty of holidays. Whichever one you celebrate, I hope that you are able to spend it happily, surrounded with those you love, and those who love you in return. I deeply appreciate your friendship over the past year. You are a man in possession of kindness and bravery, and I hope that others are able to recognize this in you as well.
May the new year bring you happiness and the confidence that you deserve.
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