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[remarkablyblunt]

Hello, one and all! My name's Tommy, and I run the reading room here. I see a few of you have already found it, just be careful to put all the books back exactly where you found them. If you've got any questions about the filing system, don't hesitate to ask! I'll be... well, I'll be in the reading room.

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[remarkablyblunt]

Yes, well, what can you do? Possibly next year.

Ah, thank you. Very kind.

[everylittlegirl]

Petition for better resources. I mean, I don't care that much. I'm certain I can keep occupied with the private collection I've brought, but it would be nice to see some higher education available.

Is it natural

[remarkablyblunt]

Sadly, the majority of funds goes to outdoor activities.

It is, yes.

[everylittlegirl]

Perhaps you should petition for that the redistribution or allocation of the Camp's funds.

Hm.

[remarkablyblunt]

This is a camp primarily for outdoor activities, after all. I suspect we're lucky they let us have a reading room at all.

Why do you ask?

[everylittlegirl]

Were you hired here specifically to run the Reading Rainbow Room?

It's awfully bright to be natural; people are rarely gifted bright hair colors that genuinely suit them.

[remarkablyblunt]

More along the lines of I convinced them they needed one.

I must be lucky, then!

[everylittlegirl]

That's impressive for someone of your age; how old are you?

Apparently so. You should dress better to compliment that luck.

[remarkablyblunt]

Twenty-three.

I'll have you know I dress spectacularly! [THIS IS THE MOST BLATANT OF LIES.]

[everylittlegirl]

Are you dating someone here?

Uh huh. Do you have other clothes? I can show you how to dress better.

[remarkablyblunt]

No. ...Why?

I'm perfectly content dressing as-is.

[everylittlegirl]

You're older than most. I'm curious why someone of your age would choose to offer education in an outdoors camp if you are not dating someone.

Fair.

[remarkablyblunt]

Oh, it's relaxing. I used to come here when I was a kid and I guess I just never stopped.

Thanks anyway.

[everylittlegirl]

You enjoy this place? You must teach me how that's possible.

[remarkablyblunt]

Well, by... just enjoying it, I suppose. Why don't you?

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[everylittlegirl]

Too many expectations.

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[remarkablyblunt]

You mean you don't want to dress in a bikini and splash around provocatively in front of a bunch of teenage boys?

Or do you mean less physical expectations?

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[everylittlegirl]

The first. I feel that by not being interested in sex, illegal substances, or sports, I have already excluded myself from the Camp's focus. I endeavor a group of elite to occupy my time, yet most are as arrogant, naturally, as I may strive to be.

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[remarkablyblunt]

You can always spend your time in the reading room. There's no sex, drugs, or rock and roll allowed. And certainly not sports.

And campfire singalongs are always fun.

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[everylittlegirl]

With you?

I respectfully disagree.

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[remarkablyblunt]

You don't have to be seen with me if my clothing embarrasses you that much, but I'll be around.

Fire and singing, some marshmallows if you're lucky? What could possibly be wrong with that?

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[everylittlegirl]

I believe I could manage. It would be nice to have some elder, more mature company.

It's dirty, flamboyant, and often chaotic. I prefer classical music anyway; the lack of culture is never more apparent than at the campfire gatherings.

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[remarkablyblunt]

I'm afraid I'm about as old as you'll get around here, but compared to most I should have a beard down to my waist and be using a walker, so it's probably alright.

That's all true, and a good bit of Bach never hurt anyone, but... nobody ever laughs when classical music's playing.

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[everylittlegirl]

I'm not even certain I understand what you mean, but I agree you are old.. as I have stated before.

And you find it necessary to laugh to obtain enjoyment?

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[remarkablyblunt]

Oh, I get enjoyment from sitting quietly reading the New York Times, but I have, on occasion, been known to seek out things that make me laugh.