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[Rachel is holding a notepad close to her chest, looking somewhat somber. She's outside, in the ashy snow, with her dog at her side, by a tree that is half burnt and broken, twisted by the event. When she speakss, her voice is quiet.]

I have heard a lot of discontent over what has happened -- and people have every right to be angry with Mister Mandrake and Miss Hino -- but I think our real focus should not be on punishing two people who made a mistake and instead should be focused on the reality that we are going to run out of food before the next snowstorm of the season. Which is why I've organized three food drop-off points within the city in some of the stable buildings that are still standing. I would like to transform two of these buildings into a shelter and while I have heard Miss Hino has already opened the Temple of Heaven to those that need it, I would also like to point out that St. Basil's Cathedral is large and able to house a lot of people.

[She pauses before looking down at her pad.]

I've set up massive crates at the Temple of Heaven, St. Basil's Cathedral, and at the fountain in the Safezone. These crates are for any canned, jarred, or non-perishable food that can be spared for the people that have lost anything. I will collect whatever food is there three times a day, to be delivered at the closest area of need, but most of the collection will be going to either Miss Unohana's clinic or the two abovementioned buildings. I am going to rely on the honor system that no one will steal from these crates, but should people do so, please keep in mind that there are over one hundred people in this city that require food just as much as you do.

Any donations of blankets, clothes, and other materials needed that were lost in the fire are also appreciated. Please leave those in the crates, too -- I will ensure they are taken to the shelters and safehouses scattered around the city. And --

[Rachel chews on her lower lip.]

I know this is a very difficult time and a lot of people don't... necessarily believe in this, but I am going to St. Basil's Cathedral tonight at seven o'clock, should anyone else want to pray with me. Everyone is invited and -- for future reference --

[And Rachel sends the coordinates to The Temple of Heaven, the fountain, St Basil's Cathedral, and Unohana's clinic in a text attachment to everyone on the network.]

-- there's where you have to go.

Thank you.

[And Rachel shuts off the feed.]

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-=Intercedes briefly.=-

Just clean them. We'll skin them when they get here. It'll be easier, anyway, to keep the meat from getting tainted.

[She doesn't say anything, but she looks noticeably relieved.

She doesn't know the difference. D8 D8]

You are Major Elric?

[A quick salute.]

My name is Romulus Hart, First Lieutenant of the Lycan Division of Frankfurt. It's a pleasure to meet you. I will do as you say.

-=That throws him. The only people who know he holds the rank of major are his brother and the Lieutenant...=-

Yeah...

You can just call me Ed. My C.O. isn't here. -=just his lieutenant.=-

Where's the meat going? I can meet you there.

And don't worry about Rachel. She'll come around eventually. -=She has to if she wants to live, now.=-

[Al is totally the one who told him.]

I... will try, Sir. [Though Ed will probably wind up being 'sir' instead...]

The day hunters will deliver their supply to the temple at sunset. The night hunters will deliver theirs to the cathedral at daybreak. I will be with both crews, should you require to speak with me, sir.

-=He tries not to wince. Maybe Major would be better.=-

Excellent. I have some spare snares and traps as well. I would like to meet with you sometime.

[[Totally found that when I back stalked some threads!]]

It would be an honor. Currently, we are using Armand's traps, but more would always be helpful.

Ah. Good. Is he helping you with the hunt as well?

Unfortunately, sir. I thought it best to keep an eye on him.

Unfortunately?

[He looks toward Ed, jaw set tight.]

Vampires are not to be trusted, sir.

-=His jaw sets. Yes, he understands this.=-

Right now, they can hunt faster and more efficiently than normal humans who are beyond exhausted.

Understood, sir. Hence, I am allowing him to accompany me. However, I will keep a close eye on him. Out of anyone in this city, I believe that I am best equipped to defeat him, should he become a problem.

You are? How's that?

I am a werewolf. Our species has grown and evolved through fighting one another in my world, though I am uncertain of his.

-=Great, another guy who'll eat their pets once he's out of his mind.=-

You'll have to forgive me, but I know someone else who's a werewolf. I don't trust him implicently, either.

-=Basically, he has the same level of trust for were-beings as he does with vampires. The individual must prove themselves before he'll relax.=-

I understand. [A nod.] However, allow me to assure you that I have utmost control of myself and have served seamlessly in the military for over sixty years.

[He looks in his early twenties.]

I am able to shift at will and in my animal form, I am even more useful and focused than I am when I remain human.

-=The age difference brings a bad taste in his mouth. He has issues with ancient people looking eternal.=-

Actions always speak louder than words, Lieutenant.

Yes sir.

[A nod.]

I will do my utmost to prove myself. [And the feed is cut.]