4th. Dictated

[dorkwonder]

From what I've seen and observed on the network and in person, I think the majority of people who need medical aid or are trapped have thankfully been attended to. Unfortunately, the same can't be said for the state of the city. Reminds me of what happened to the city I'm from, back home. It got hit by a huge Earthquake and it took years for it to recover.

Unlike back home, there are a lot of different people here, with a lot of different skills. Once people have had time to rest up and recover, would anyone be interested in putting together a habitat recovery team? Many of the citizens in the city are in need of supplies, too.

[Filter to Hermione.]

Hey, how are you holding up? I haven't had a chance to check out the store yet, have you? I'm going to head out there in a couple of hours.

[Filter to Kara, Cass, and Steph.]

Looks like another expedition is being planned. At this point, with my injuries, I'd only hold everyone back. Steph and Cass, the two of you should go on the expedition and collect as much information as you can.

Kara, will you stay here with me and help me with aiding the citizens and cleaning up the city?

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[heloise]

[ She is hardly so keen on working with him, but two (or more) is better than one. Maybe this way they can do more. ]

I have a few children under my care, until their parents are found.

[dorkwonder]

If the children are up for it, can you ask them for descriptions of their parents? I'll see if I can get someone to go searching for them.

[heloise]

Better to save as many as you can, parents or not. If any ask for their children, tell them they may be with me.

I have enough provisions.

[dorkwonder]

Okay, thank you Lucrezia. [Completely sincere in his gratitude.]

If you need anything else sent there, let me know. I'll make it happen.

[heloise]

[ Pride would keep her from asking. ]

I was told you are well.

[dorkwonder]

Thanks to Cass, I am. She helped keep me safe.

[heloise]

She does that well. How is she?

[dorkwonder]

She's doing better than we were yesterday. Taking it easy today and recovering. [Despite her protests.]

[heloise]

What does she need? I can have it brought to her. [ If it's company, too. ]

[dorkwonder]

Mostly rest. But I'm sure she wouldn't say no to some Rice Krispy treats or other sweets.

[heloise]

Rice Krispy... [ Is that a kind of popcorn? ]

I will visit her soon.

[dorkwonder]

I'll pass word along to Cass. I bet she'll appreciate the company.

[heloise]

And tell her I will bring this Rice Krispy.

[ Hopefully the castle will know what she's talking about! ]

[dorkwonder]

[Can tell she's confused.]

There's a cereal in our world, that's also available here, called Rice Krispies. Butter and marshmallows are mixed together, followed by the cereal. They are easy to make and delicious.

[heloise]

[ She smiles a little. ]

I know marshmallows. Perhaps the children will like them too.

[dorkwonder]

I know I used to love making them with my mom when I was a kid.

[heloise]

How do you make them? With sugar and...?

[dorkwonder]

Between the butter and marshmallows, you won't need any sugar.

[heloise]

For Rice Krispy treats. What of marshmallows?

[dorkwonder]

I've found that the mini marshmallows work the best. You can pick out a bunch of different colors, and even use some food dye on the Rice Krispies. It could be a fun project to help keep the children occupied.

[heloise]

And you cook these in a stove before leaving it to dry?

[dorkwonder]

All you have to do is melt the butter and marshmallows together. Then you pour the cereal in, make them into squares, and let them dry.

[heloise]

[ She chuckles. ]

Too easy. Even I can do that.

[dorkwonder]

That's a large part of the appeal. Delicious and easy to make.

[heloise]

Should I ask you to show me?