032 // Video, backdated to earlier in the day

[showbizpanache]

[Kurt is at the Community Center, looking well-dressed and businesslike. He has placed his NV in front of him and speaks cordially into it.]

I'm afraid this is a tad belated, but I'd still like to extend my greetings to any and all new arrivals in the Port. I'm Kurt Hummel, assistant director of your Newcomer Community Center, and I'd like to--

[He's cut off by noise and laughter. A group of teenagers can be seen at the window, messing around with the Darkness proofing and attempting to vandalize the Center. Kurt has an unreadable expression as he pulls away and calmly steps outside.

Once he's out there, a gunshot can he heard. He's fired one into the sky.]

GET OUT! YOUR MOTHERS SHOULD BE ASHAMED OF YOU! GO HOME AND DON'T LET ME CATCH YOU HERE AGAIN, YOU LITTLE--

[They scatter, and he calmly re-holsters his pistol and walks back over to the camera. He straightens his clothes and sits back down.]

As I was saying, welcome. If you have any questions about life in the Port or our status as Newcomers in general, don't hesitate to let me know. Thank you!

Comments

[showbizpanache]

As you've plainly seen, I really-- I don't think I'm a suitable candidate anymore.

But I can offer a suggestion for someone who might be one.

[inamartiniglass]

Whom?

And does Raul know about this?

[showbizpanache]

I haven't spoken with him yet.

[inamartiniglass]

[oh boy.]

Who is the person you'd suggest? Though I don't believe there can be anyone who matches your work ethic and energy.

[showbizpanache]

Her name is Aoko. I, er-- I haven't actually met her yet, but we briefly spoke earlier and... I really think she has the right spirit for this. To be a positive influence in our Community, to really make a difference.

[Basically, she seems to have the ideals that he can't hold onto anymore.]

I'm so sorry for the short notice. If you need me to continue to scout for potential candidates, don't hesitate to let me know.

[inamartiniglass]

[she's scribbling down the name for later reference.]

No, it's perfectly fine. I'll pass the name along to Raul. I do wish you the best on whatever endeavors you take on.

[showbizpanache]

I hope you'll stay in touch.

[inamartiniglass]

Of course, my dear.