x - 0002 [The Beginning]

[call_me_spooky]

We seek to persuade ourselves that the fabric of time and space is whole; we speak, if at all, of a tear, as though some fundamental, solid reality has been violated. A wound through which we pass out of our rightful world into some other space, some other time; another world.
And yet, in spite of all evidence to the contrary, we want to believe that this fabric is tightly-woven and in and of itself, inviolate. This place makes me wonder, though; are there cracks through which we've slipped, somehow passing in between the warp and the woof into this City? Perhaps the weave is not so fine; stories, images, lives trickle from one to another, distorted and reflected, as we've fallen through into this one.

My name is Fox Mulder. I ended up here yesterday, and I've already been told I'm stuck. So... Might as well get the practical stuff dealt with-- I need a place to live. Couch is fine if no one's got an extra bedroom. I don't take up much space since I've got nothing with me. Happy to start paying my share of rent once I get a job. I don't mind rooming with people who think I'm fictional, provided you promise to be gentle with the existential crises.

Which, uh, brings me to the other matter. I guess I'm probably going to apply to join the police here, and they'd like a couple of letters of reference if it's possible. Which I guess, under the circumstances, it might be. So, does anyone want to recommend me to them? Only the nice stuff, please.

Comments

[tinyvampiregod.livejournal.com]

With an introduction such as that, you ought to be a lecturer.

[call_me_spooky]

Eh, I'm kind of used to letting the government pick up the bills.

[ooc: ajsfs i'm glad you like! ^^; what can i say, every ep needs its dramatic voiceover amirite?]

[tinyvampiregod.livejournal.com]

Mm. I was a government employee, too.

In a roundabout way.

voice

[to-an-extreme.livejournal.com]

Perhaps you are merely dead.

[Voice]

[call_me_spooky]

We covered that one, survey says I'm not.

...who-- who is this?

[Voice]

[to-an-extreme.livejournal.com]

Someone who is.

[wishyuumay.livejournal.com]

Ara~ but why must it be a tear or a crack~? Perhaps you have just discovered a different segment of the grand tapestry.

[call_me_spooky]

I think I'd have to question the sanity of the weaver, then.

[wishyuumay.livejournal.com]

Oh~? Because you cannot understand it?

[police-pinup.livejournal.com]

HOLY SHIT IT'S SPECIAL FUCKING AGENT MULDER.

...

Oh, uh... sorry. I... bet you got that plenty already.

[call_me_spooky]

A couple'f times, but I appreciate your enthusiasm.

[canisfidelus.livejournal.com]

.....you like to hear the sound of your own voice, don't you?

[call_me_spooky]

Well, why not? Good vocabulary, nice tone, clear enunciation?

[lyra-of-dust.livejournal.com]

A wound... I en't so sure. More like it's just woven looser..

How much do you know abou this kind of stuff?

[call_me_spooky]

Loose like cheesecloth, evidently.

About parallel realities? I'm not an expert by any means, but I'm open to the possibilities. There's evidence to support the theory, though this whole through-the-looking-glass City thing is not really something I've ever imagined.

[halfvulcan.livejournal.com]

Not a bad idea, Mr Mulder.

[call_me_spooky]

Which idea?

[monochrome-mind.livejournal.com]

You speak of an interesting theory there, Mr. Mulder. Still impressive none the less.

In regards to your residency issues, most of the apartments around here are free for the taking, with rent being an issue only a few weeks into your stay. However, many people have problems dealing with the ticking noise, more than anything else.

As for the Police Force, I would suggest having a word with Lieutenant Riza Hawkeye, as she would be the best person to discuss possible employment. Explaining your situation to her should be easy enough. I am curious to ask though...What position have you considered joining?

[call_me_spooky]

I met Lieutenant Hawkeye briefly-- I just figured I'd test the waters about getting recommendations first. I mean, it can't hurt, right? I'm not sure what I'd join up as, I guess it's more a matter of what they can use me for. I gather things are a little strange here, as far as organization goes.

The ticking is... really irritating. I gather that's why a lot of people get roommates?

[tempzilla.livejournal.com]

You still on about that whole "Fox Mulder" thing?

I've got a couch if you need it. Also got a young girl in the apartment, so you'd have to watch your state of dress.

[call_me_spooky]

Uh. While I do appreciate your kind offer, Ms. Noble, you scare the shit out of me I'm not sure you fulfill the criterion of being gentle... Also you're scary.

[dresden4hire.livejournal.com]

Hell's bells... it's really him.

I'm a wizard.

I mean, hi. Welcome to the City.

[call_me_spooky]

Nice to meet you, Mr. Wizard. I'm Fox Mulder. Contrary to popular belief.

[not-alaska.livejournal.com]

Wow, really? I guess not as exotic as Luke, but still...

I'm Special Agent George Blake, pleased to meet you Agent Mulder. I'm Head of Intelligence with the City Police Force. There's an application we need you to fill out with a resume and two letters of recommendation. Then there's a short field test just to make sure everybody's up to snuff. Welcome to the City.

[ooc: strikes not there. 8D but what kind of FBI agent would she be for not having seen some? I actually know absolutely nothing about X-Files, but G doesn't 4th wall anyways.]

[call_me_spooky]

A pleasure, Agent Blake. I'm working on the letters-of-recommendation thing, though I'm not quite sure what I can get under the circumstances.

As for the rest, once I get settled I'll drop by... well, wherever your headquarters are. For the paperwork. You know, I never thought about how much paperwork falling into a parallel universe would create.