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[ When Eggsy starts up the video broadcast, he's standing in an outdoor area of the Station, in front of one of its restaurants. He'd come close to his place during his scouting mission last month, but he hadn't had time to investigate back then. It sounds like they've got some hell coming their way, but there's not much they can do before those mechanical creations appear except for prepare.

Right now, he's planning to kill two birds with one stone. ]

So what's with this place? It's like a tiny slice of home.

[ Despite the modern surroundings, Eggsy's puca is milling around in the background, a dark and nasty creature that he somehow managed to tame -- sort of. ]

Are we allowed to stay here? Then again, might not be the best idea. There's been some earthquakes... I think.

[ They don't get them in London, so he's not that familiar with what they feel like, but still. The ground shaking for a few seconds without any warning... what else could it be?

He draws a hand over his mouth as he runs through his mental list of what else he wanted to ask. ]

Oh, also. Battle's comin' up, I need a teacher for sword fighting and magic and archery. I know there's loads of different kinds of magic, but if you wanna tell me what you specialize in, it might help me figure out where to start.

[ This whole thing is kind of awkward, talking to no one and everyone at the same time, so he finishes off abruptly. ]

Think that's it. Thanks in advance. Cheers.

[ Once he's done with that, Eggsy pockets his locket and starts to explore the rest of the Station, so he's primed to run into anyone who might call it home -- or anyone who's there for a visit. ]

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[ By the time that Clarke comes and finds him, Eggsy's puca has wandered off somewhere. At this point he knows that eventually the beast will make its way back to him, so he isn't worried. That overnight ride had formed some sort of strange bond between them, even if they still get on each other's nerves most of the time.

The sight of Clarke causes his expression to light up. It's not often that he's in the same place as someone he knows, but it looks like he got lucky this time. ]

Fancy meeting you here. [ He takes the to-go cup from her and the warmth causes him to pause. Is it really what he thinks it is? He sniffs at the lid and when it registers that it's coffee, his eyes practically roll back into his head in relief. ] Oh, you are absolutely my hero right now.

[ If he can find a place that serves some proper English tea, then he'll really be in business. For now he enjoys the coffee, taking careful sips so he doesn't burn himself. ] How you been?

( she grins wide at his reaction to the coffee, tipping her own cup just a little. ) We had a really, really awful imitation of coffee where I come from. It was kind of a huge relief to come here and find it. The Station's is okay, but there's a place called the Barrel down far South near the coast that has the best. ( a beat. ) Just in case you ever need a good cup of coffee.

( Clarke considers his question for a moment; the answer, if truthful, wouldn't exactly be a good conversation starter. but she is alive, and so are all her friends, so- that's enough for now. )

Been okay. Busy. I'm migrating my office from the Station back to the castle, so it's been an undertaking. What about you? I hear you're looking for a few teachers.

[ What kind of horrible place does Clarke come from, that she only had imitation coffee? Eggsy makes a face and then takes a sip from his cup, drawing in a breath as he enjoys the warmth spreading down his chest. ] I'll keep it in mind, but... how 'bout tea? [ No self-respecting British person can get by without it for long.

Then Clarke mentions an office, and Eggsy raises both eyebrows. That sounds awfully official, but then again, Clarke seems to be the sort of person who's got her shit together. ]

What kind of office? And I've been gettin' by. Got a few offers for instructors already so I should be pretty busy soon. [ Which is good, because a bored Eggsy is usually not pretty. ]

Barrel, again. They're the best at everything. There's also a place called the Rook near the University in Redgate, with a cafe close by; it's kind of an extension of the Barrel, so they're really good at it, too.

( tea she'll drink in the afternoons, between classes, and before she settles in for another caffeine kick in the evening for late-night studying. it's kind of been a blessing for most of the university students. )

Oh. I'm kind of the Midach? Which is the Drabwurld equivalent of the Minister of Health. So- You know, if you're ever sick, probably the best person to talk to about it.

[ Eggsy will definitely have to check out this Barrel place, if Clarke's speaking of it so highly. That all depends on if he has the time to make a special trip for tea, though, which may not be that feasible given that shit is starting to hit the fan around here.

Besides, he's soon distracted by Clarke's modest explanation of what she does for this world. The Minister of Health is a high-ranking position, and she doesn't look like she's hit twenty yet. Then again, Ellie is in charge of a whole spire, so age doesn't have much meaning here. ]

Wow, you've really climbed up the ranks. [ He whistles, impressed. ] I'll definitely give you a ring if I've ever got the sniffles.

A lot can happen in a year and a half around here. ( granted, her appointment came about eight months in, but close enough.

she nods her head to the side, and indication of direction as she starts to walk, evidently expecting that Eggsy will keep up with her. )

So what have you decided to pick up on? I know you asked about magic before and it's a pretty broad spectrum here.

I'm learning that. [ Not that Eggsy should be that surprised, given how relatively quick his own transformation back home had been. From a street kid to a gentleman spy in the course of a year -- it's not something to sneeze at.

Since they look to be on the move now, all Eggsy does is give his puca a quick glance, a silent you can stay here that the beast snorts at. After that, Eggsy's on Clarke's heels, curious to know where they're headed. ]

Think I'm gonna try my hand at illusions first. Sorta goes with what I do back home, so it makes sense. [ And there seem to be a few different people who have knowledge in that area, so he should have no shortage of teachers. ]

( to be fair, Clarke doesn't have a specific destination in mind; she mostly just likes to keep moving. the only instance where she's stationary for any amount of time is to paint; the rest of the time, well, on the move.

she'll likely just have them walk a circuit around the Station, really. )

Illusions are tough, but definitely fun; I take a class learning them at the university. Who's teaching you to do them? ( she assumes it's Loki, but. )

[ Walking just for the sake of walking is fine, too. Eggsy tends to have a lot of energy, so it's better to work it off in one way or another.

This isn't the first time that the university has been mentioned to him, but Eggsy can only guess that it's going to close down as shit starts to hit the fan. Which means it isn't the most valid option for him right now.

At her question, he only shrugs. ] No one yet. But a few people have told me about it, so now I just gotta figure out who'd be the best person to learn from. [ He glances over at her. Any suggestions? ]

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