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

[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?

[monochrome-mind.livejournal.com]

You're right. There's no harm in looking into things. It's not all about what they need you for, but what you specialize in. Personally, I could see you gathering information, but also being active in the field. Perhaps you could do both?

Ach, yes the ticking can be annoying, which is why a roommate or pet is the best thing to do.

[call_me_spooky]

As long as I'm not doing background checks on farmers I'm a happy camper.

I used to have fish, I wonder if that'd help? I think I've got a place to stay, though. For the moment, anyway.

[monochrome-mind.livejournal.com]

No, I highly doubt that you'll see anything like that around here. Unless you still think this is Kansas.

I've heard fish help, but I wouldn't know for sure. Either way, if you require any assistance settling in, I can lend you a hand here and there.

[call_me_spooky]

The Kansas thing was kind of a joke.

I'm sure I'll figure things out. Thank you.

[monochrome-mind.livejournal.com]

And that comment was supposed to be a joke. Apparently, I need to try a little harder next time.

It's no trouble at all.