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October 8th
[It's been two days since the spirit, Hoshiko, possessed Kari's body to break the spell that had been controlling her. Now it seemed that spell's presence was weakening in the village, and soon so would the spirit's hold on Kari's body. Her magic was not quite as powerful here in this village, and once it ran out Kari would regain control. It was a shame, really. Hoshiko was just starting to like this body. But there was still much Kari needed to learn, and until those abilities and powers were unlocked, it was rather useless to be wandering around like this. She didn't even have a full understanding of how her powers of time and space worked! How shameful, given how long she's been making use of those powers. Really, she deserved to be trapped in this strange world for such foolishness.]

[But so long as it still has this time, maybe it can do a little something to hurry things along. After leaving a number of notes for Kari when she regains control, it sets out about the village to enjoy its final hours of freedom. Maybe even make a little mischief while it's at it. If Kari became too complacent in this world, she might decide to never leave -- and Hoshiko just can't allow that to happen. It has no intention of rotting away in this dead-end universe forever.]

[So, for anyone who might be a friend of either Kari or Hoshikyo, expect to see "Hoshikyo" making her way over at some point. Though for those with the ability to sense such things, there will be something very different about her. Her magical power feels stronger, and there's an almost evil aura about her, brimming with malice and ill-will. Even just looking at her, there's certainly an odd look in her eyes.]

October 9th
[But come the 9th, things will be different. Kari is forced to come to terms with two painful truths rather suddenly. First, that the spirit who possessed her from before has not only gotten stronger, but is somehow completely aware of everything she does. And second, the fictional paradise that was "Luceti" in Billy's spell wasn't real. Her mother wasn't in Luceti. And as thankful as she was for that, on top of everything else, the sudden realization caused her to break down to tears.]

[She'll spend the rest of her day as herself, trying to find answers and hopefully fix anything the spirit may have ruined. She could only vaguely recall what happened while it was in control during those days. Hopefully nothing else terrible happened. It's only after another day or being out that she comes home and decides to ask something that's been on her mind since she woke up today:]

So. I've got one of those deep questions that people seem to ask on here sometimes. Maybe someone here can help me figure something out.

If you had something really terrible, and no way of getting rid of it yourself, what would you do about it? I mean, like, something that can't be taken away from you, but something that shouldn't be near other people.

[...]

It's kind of a stupid question, so if you've got a stupid answer, lay it on me.

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--fernal device!!!

[Oh, it works.]

Hello? Hello there. This is Walter Bishop. Walter Bishop, the fellow inmate?

Regarding your question, I had something similar happen and I had it removed - forcibly. One can do that with a localized lobotomy. Perhaps that is an option?

Not that I would recommend it. Removing pieces of my brain drove me insane. It hasn't been all bad though.

[Good lord what is with the people here sometimes!? Suddenly there is a crazy old man suggesting a lobotomy??]

[...though in a really weird way, that suggestion would totally work if it were possible. But Malnosso interference aside, she doesn't think removing her pendent is entirely possible without killing herself.]

I think I'd like to keep my brain in one piece, thanks. Don't think that'd really do much in this case either...

Oh.... [He sounds disappointed.] Oh, yes, I suppose that is the normal reaction.

I would need more data to form a hypothesis, but if it cannot be removed by oneself, perhaps another could?

[Was he really expecting her to jump at the chance to experience a lobotomy? She can't tell if she's being trolled here or not.]

It's not something so easily removed. Think of it like... something only I can be responsible for. Like a big dog that bites people. I can't just let it go around biting everyone, but I'm responsible for it, so I can't just lock it up somewhere either.

[It was a good analogy before, so why not see if it works now?]

[The answer is Yes. He doesn't know to which question though.]

A big--

Then the simplest solution is often the best. A muzzle. Specially designed.

...

But to be clear, this is a metaphorical dog and not a physical one, yes? I rather like dogs.

Yes, metaphorical. Who would even have a dog like that in a place like this?

[Is this guy senile or-- well, he did mention a lobotomy, right? Was he serious then?]

I saw a young girl with a bird large as a dog, my dear. Never question what could be possible when you are kidnapped to a world with wings.

...okay, you got me there. But. I'm not actually talking about a dog.

Right, you're talking about a part of yourself, which, like a dog, must be restrained and muzzled.

Well, I would need you to come in and see me - study the phenomenon up close. And I would need a lab.

...You wouldn't happen to know where I could find one?

Hey, whoa, hold on! I'm already the Malnosso's guinea pig! I'm not about to go subject myself to more crazy laboratories! I'm just asking hypothetically here!

[Is this guy some kind of comic book super villain or something? Is that why he's so weird?]

My laboratory isn't crazy. [He scoffs.]

Without data a hypothesis cannot be formed. Your questions can never find an answer.

Right. Sorry. The nutter is the one running it, then.

I'm not looking for a scientific analysis here. This could be a question of morals too, you know!

Ex. Ex-inmate. I am no longer at the institution and I won't ever return.

Ah, and if it is morals-- ...Well, I'm not the best to ask about that, but I can try to help.

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