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[call_me_spooky]

[Voice]

[Almost inaudibly]

Shit.

[Long pause.]

O-kaaay… Not in Kansas anymore. Look, if I’m dead, Clyde Bruckman? You owe me an apology.

So, working on the assumption that I’m not… Is anyone out there?

I could use a hand here.

Comments

[Voice]

[call_me_spooky]

Most people in my world would tell you otherwise. I'm something of a joke at the bureau; they call me Spooky, consider my pursuits a kind of personal crusade, motivated by madness. But their ridicule is as much a part of the government charade as anything; believers are immediately discredited, and anyone offering even a glimmer of scientific proof, anything that can't be discredited, is destroyed.

Re: [Voice]

[monochrome-mind.livejournal.com]

Pursue what you feel is right, regardless of what others say; even if the world itself fights back. I admire such determination, actually, since I know the feeling as well. My comrades think my logic, to link science and the unexplained together, is impossible at best. You are entitled to fight for what you believe in, regardless of these petty nicknames people may give you.

You seem like a misunderstood person, Mr. Mulder.

[Voice]

[call_me_spooky]

Well spoken, Mr. Nein.

My partner believes there's a scientific explanation for everything... that nothing is unexplained. Personally? I want to believe there are things beyond the boundaries of human knowledge. But I know what it's like when no one's willing to listen-- much less give credence to your beliefs.

Misunderstood is... well. Most people wouldn't be so kind. But I've also been reminded that it's dangerous to get into the habit of thinking oneself misunderstood.

Re: [Voice]

[monochrome-mind.livejournal.com]

You speak wisely as well.

It seems we have a few distinct differences there. There is a possibility that certain things can't be explained. However, I believe humans can exceed their own expectations and reach new levels of understanding. The potential to do good and evil lies within us all, by defeating and conquering our own personal limitations.

Ah, I think I understand now. Either way, trust is hard to earn, and easily destroyed between people.