[Video; un: Snowpiercer]

[peacemongering]

[Pierce doesn't normally make announcements, except when it comes to internal company memos and the like. He keeps things strictly business most of the time, but he is making this addition to the network from his communal housing room. He looks grave and upset, but he is clearly wanting those who might wish to know the information that he has obtained.]

To anyone who knew and was friends with Miss Ava Orlova, I regret to have you inform you all that she has returned back through the portal. While we had only begun to build a relationship, she was the closest person to having one of my daughters back, and I will miss her.

[He sighs heavily and folds his hands together, managing a grief-stricken smile.]

If anyone has any stories of her exploits, I would very much value hearing about them.

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[peacemongering]

[Ah yes, his roommate. They had not had formal introduction as of yet, but he had smiled at the young man in passing.

He nods his head, appreciating the gesture.]

That would be very kind of you. We should be formally introduced as well.

[foxtrots]

[it's these little acceptances that please minsu more than he can put into words. being able to do something nice for someone feels good. earning their approval feels good. it feels a little bit like forgiveness, even though he knows it's not that simple.

he smiles faintly, knowing too that tea can only do so much. he ate for days after he first arrived, it barely took the edge off of missing someone.]

My shift's about to be over. [no, it was over two hours ago. minsu lingered.] I'll come straight back.

[an introduction. his smile warms a little more.]

I'm Minsu. Hi.

[peacemongering]

[He smiles, though it's tinged with sadness still. This is quite unexpected after all, but he appreciates the gesture all the same. So few people are willing to set aside their life for the emotions of a near complete stranger.]

That is very kind of you. I look forward to sharing a cup of tea with you, Minsu.

[He nods at the camera.] I'm Alexander.

[foxtrots]

Is there any special kind that you like? We have...

[he looks around but can't find any right away. he knows that there are different kinds, different flavors. he looks back and offers him an embarrassed smile.]

Ah, I'm still learning about it.

[peacemongering]

Well, I'm generally a black tea drinker personally, but I'm willing to give any blend a try at least once. You never know what might surprise you, after all!

[This pleases him greatly. Getting to know those living close to him is wonderful.]

[foxtrots]

Ah! Black tea is really popular!

[he actually can manage that much. you're a lifesaver, sir.]

I'll bring that and another one for you, just to try.

[peacemongering]

It most definitely is! It's very good, especially if one is looking for a kick in caffeine that isn't coffee.

[Well isn't that just a nice gesture.]

That's very kind of you. I'll be certain to set the kettle to boil.