username: butterfly (video, post jailbreak)

[digophelia]

[ This time around, Alice doesn't look as awkward addressing the network. Curled up in a dark blue cloak, Alice gives a small, awkward wave. ]

Hello.

[ She wonders what some may think of her now, given how calm she is. Alice usually isn't one for starting up conversations and it shows how she seems to fidget in her seat. ]

We must have new "recruits", I can't say I remember any of you from when I first arrived. I'm not good at introductions, forgive me -- my name is Alice Liddell. But I didn't want to address others to introduce myself.

I imagine that some of you may have had your clothing sullied or tattered from what transpired a few days ago with our little excursion. [ Far too polite, considering some of ALASTAIR's own are far from noble and composed. ]

I do have an offer. If you're mindful of your budget, and... other things, such as keeping from authorities, I would like to offer my services to tend to garments. I'm not the most renowned seamstress, but it is very customary where I come from young girls are taught many things, including sewing. I don't ask for anything in return; I don't want anything. It's the least I can do for some of you, who have been held for two weeks. I'll even clean garments for those of you who haven't gotten the chance in the past few weeks.

[ Alice pauses and adds- ]

And, I must note, despite offering such a generous offer, I will only do so, for a small while, as long as some of us -- or most of us -- are looking to be discreet. Indeed, there are vendors who are willing to provide, though they may be looking at this as means to exploit us for a profit. Alternatively, the goblins maybe one venue if you're looking for new clothes to begin with. At least they seem reasonable when it comes to pricing, I've noticed.

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Video | sn: sieglindesullivan

[grunehexe]

Quite sensible. If you receive a great volume of requests, I'm sure Sebastian could lend a hand- he is quite skilled with a needle.

[Volunteering your temp butler for chores? Only proper.]

username: michaelis (video)

[cutlery]

[ It absolutely is! Which is why Sebastian is almost immediately here to provide his input. After all, the idea of things to do, and chores at that...! Well. He can hardly help himself. ]

It would be my pleasure to do so. I am no tailor, so my results would hardly be something to wear formally...

[ Which is only true in the high society world he's used to. And his own high standards. ]

But the clothing I can make is at least passable, I would hope? Master Sullivan can provide more insight onto that than I.

[digophelia]

[ Awkward turtle. ]

I would say not to worry about being a tailor.

[ She forces an awkward smile. If he's worked as a servant, then Alice feels like he should understand her sentiment. ]

But, at the very least, it's something to do, isn't it? It feels odd not having meager tasks like cooking or cleaning.

[grunehexe]

He is being modest, I assure you.

[He made a dress out of a bed sheet in like two minutes it was magical, gd demon butlers]

[digophelia]

Well-

[ Considering how he dresses, Alice is assuming as much. She finds herself mulling it over. If anything, it makes her feel a little guilty. ]

If it his choice. But it was what I did before I arrived here, I was a maidservant and matron, tending to children's clothing was a part of my duties.

[grunehexe]

Then your experience will surely prove most helpful in this case. Considering recent events I know for a fact many suffered a lack of hygiene.

[She nods authoritatively- maid servants did tend to know about these things- of course, her three maids had all known basic needlework, but none had been particularly gifted except Anne... Well. It turned out they were all soldiers so. It made... Sense in retrospect.......]

[ ACTION ]

[naturallywavy]

<sub>[ Gintoki got this little message on his watch but didn't make any attempt to reply to her through his device. Instead, he'll be showing up at the inn they've been staying at. He's been keeping in touch with Alice every day and every night; sending her messages to reassure her things are alright with him— though they are brief and sometimes vague messages. He can't simply sit still, though, especially in this kind of territory where he's being looked for.

Though, the past few days have been ???? really, one big question mark for Gintoki. It was a stressful, intense situation, and he's been visiting a tavern on the goblin's side now and then to see what kind of drink they have to offer.

He hadn't expected to feel so comfortable and good about coming back to the Abel Inn with alcohol running through his system. In fact, he wasn't expecting to really show this side of him to Alice at all— probably because he knew he might get scolded.

And yet, here he is.

The door swings open and his voice bursts cheerfully through the room: ]</sub>

Hiiiii! Gin-san is home! Sorry, sorry— I know I've been out a lot but I brought you somethin' to make up for it.
_{[ ... speaking of needing new clothes, Gintoki was in the same, blood stained yukata. ]}

[digophelia]

Hello to you as well.

[ That's... unexpected. Alice doesn't even hide the fact she flinches when Gintoki comes through the door, loud as he is. Judging from how he is, Alice is already assuming he's had something to drink. She couldn't really understand the appeal of drinking, herself. He may end up being scolded from Alice or he may not at all. The past few days, she's been letting him slide by with a lot of things. She can't really convey her gratitude any other way. Slowly, she turns over to him, looking him over.

He's still in the same bloodstained clothes. Not that she has much room to talk, herself, considering the state she arrived in. She dreads to ask- ]

What did you bring me, Mr. Gin?

[ Oh, god.

If she is even the slightest bit annoyed, she masks it well. ]

[naturallywavy]

I brought you— _{[ woah there, let him steady his balance before a hand reaches inside of his yukata and he pulls out a little box, pointing at it with his other hand and grinning wildly. ]}

I brought you chocolates! From the goblins, um. _{[ He holds the box right up to his nose and studies it hard.. and for a good silent moment before he speaks again: ]}

Yeah, uh. They're safe to eat! I had some.
_{[ He did, in fact, have some. There were a few missing pieces in the box and it was obvious. Gintoki's voice lowers as a hiccup passes through his throat: ]}

Here, you deserve these.

username: huntsman (VIDEO)

[dishearten]

( graham isn't big on the video feature, yet he likes alice enough to give it a go. besides, it's hard to connect him to his username unless one knows what it means, and so far only one person around does. )

If you needed a second pair of hands, I learned how to mend things on my own when I was young. It'd not be as neat as yours, I'm sure, but I could use something to do.

( his mind is in dire need of distractions, now that he's a fugitive in need of hiding most of the time. )

[digophelia]

Is that so, Mr. Graham.

[ She is a little surprised; usually learning to sew in a man's case during her time was purely for service reasons, like Sebastian. ]

Then in that case, I don't mind help, at all. The more, the better. And, in addition, it can be done quicker. I don't think this world has any sort of sewing machines.

Video | un: pearl

[beyourrock]

Ah, that's very kind of you, Alice.

[Especially after everything that's happened.]

Would you like some assistance? I'm sure i have a few supplies somewhere... I have plenty of red thread!

[Mostly for if and when Steven rips a hole in his shirt, or something similiar.]

[digophelia]

I would not be opposed to an additional hand. We have so many that could likely need it. Sewing for children is one thing, but adults will be different.

Red thread, Miss Pearl? Just red?

video (un: olivia)

[winces]

Oh, this is a wonderful idea... [ as someone who isn't much of a fighter, she's certainly always looking for other ways she can help around. ]

It's nice to meet you, Alice. My name's Olivia. If you ever need any extra help, I'm sure I can find some sewing applies in the trade district. I'm not the best, but the people in my caravan seemed to be okay with my work!

[digophelia]

I wouldn't worry too much about your level of skills, Miss Olivia.

[ She offers a smile. ]

You can show me what you know -- chances are, it may not be that much different than what I know. It's simple repair, nothing grand like sewing dresses. Unless, of course, one of the children here need a new dress, then I can manage.

username: hb; audio

[hellshaped]

[Alice knows what he looks like, of course, but Hellboy is still more comfortable using this thing like a phone. He doesn't really like flaunting his appearance in general, anyway.]

That's nice of you, but I'm not gonna let you fix anything of mine without paying you somehow. What do you want?

[digophelia]

Oh, no, sir- [ Sir. If she calls him "Mister", it just seems a little strange, given his name. ]

I wouldn't ask for anything from you. Having something to do with my hands in addition to helping is enough for me right now.

Video; user name: sakurakinomoto

[keystaff]

Ah, that's a wonderful idea, Alice-san! I only wish I could help out somehow too. I mean, I can heal, and I was helping Sieglinde-san with that. I can do chores, but things like cooking or cleaning probably aren't as immediately important as clothes like you've offered. Someone did mention the idea of me helping deliver things, since I have the Jump and Fly cards though....

[Because of course she wants to help out too. Not quite yet asking how the other fares in the aftermath of it, not unless or until they meet in person or filter this to be more private.]

[digophelia]

It seems like you and Sieglinde are very good at healing.

[ They're both so young and she still feels terrible that they found her in that state. ]

I've seen another offer transportation, though, it looks like his methods are little concerning. [ Questionable, definitely, and a little disconcerting. ]

If you do, I sincerely hope that you take a wage with it. Transporting things right now seems very tricky, if a little dangerous.

video | username: julius

[viscontree]

May I request your aid, Alice? My name is Julius Visconti.

I was held in captivity with the other prisoners at the time. We've managed to escape from prison, but it's difficult for us to move around in public with the authorities on edge. [Pause.]

Let me know if you're still offering your services. I'll give you any articles of clothes that require mending.

[digophelia]

You're quite welcome to do so, Mr. Juilus, if you like. I hope that you are eating and sleeping well, n addition, especially after being held for so long.

[ They look better than she though that they would. ]

I know a few of you aren't able to return to the human side of the Chantes. It is that dire, isn't it?

video, @taranto

[heavyhitter]

Can you do a leather jacket?

[digophelia]

Leather? I think I can manage with that material, it would need a thicker needle and thread.

[ It probably would be a bad idea to mention she's never sewn leather before. ]

video; un: fairyking

[slothking]

[Oh, you're...that girl he helped. It occurs to King that he never got her name, but the important thing is she's safe, and he pauses before answering.]

If you need help, I could lend a hand I suppose. I learned how to sew from watching humans do it.

[digophelia]

But of course.

[ The boy from before -- the floating boy no less. Then if he's not human, what is he? Alice seems to zone in on that with curiosity, not scorn. ]

If you are not human, may I ask what you are?