♗ IC CONTACT

[waiting]

"You've reached Bradbury. I'm out, so leave a message if you need me."

Comments

[waiting]

[ Oh. Well. He doesn't really... have much to offer about that. ]

Sorry to hear it. Can see why you wouldn't wanna come in. [ And it might be a bit nosy, but... ]

You can't avoid her forever, you know.

[retropolis]

I know. I-I just need some time to clear my head. That's all.

[ He sniffs a little, and pauses. ]

Could I ask you a favor, Rick? I-I'm not sure if I can, um... I might need someone to watch the dog for a couple of days.

[waiting]

Your dog? [ He sounds a little surprised he'd think of that at a time like this... Nelson must be in bad shape. ]

I don't mind, but... you sure? You sound like you could use the company.

[retropolis]

I'm sure. I don't think I'm in much of a state to take care of anything.

[waiting]

All right. You want me to come over and get him, or...?

[retropolis]

I-if you don't mind. I can get all his things together for you.

[waiting]

All right. I can drop by after work today.

[retropolis]

I appreciate it, Rick. I'll really owe you one.

[waiting]

It's fine. [ Beat. ]

You need anything else?

[retropolis]

No. [ It's a little tremulous. ] Just tell me if he ends up being any trouble. I-I'll figure out an alternative in that case, but he's very well-trained.

[waiting]

I'm used to dealin' with pets. We'll get along fine.

[retropolis]

Promise you'll call me if there are any problems? [ A pause. ] Thank you again. I'll just leave the door unlocked for you.

[waiting]

I will. Uh -- you sure I should just walk in there?

[retropolis]

You won't be interrupting anything. I don't know if I'd hear you knock.