My milkshake...

Everyone seems so busy and there is a mood of somberness about the city. It is...something to wonder about.

I believe I may have been here long enough to move to the upper level, and I job with Miss Alice at her store has been going well. I wonder how one goes about finding out such things.

It is nice to be back within my own body, I definitely missed it. I will admit a slight level of shame that I hid inside while inhabiting a stranger's form. Perhaps I have learned some humility.

Otherwise, I am pleased to be able to work with my tools again.

...this is just not an expected occurrence, and I do believe I require some sort of explanation.

Please.

This place seems somewhat stagnant, as if change takes place at such a slow pace. I wonder if I am the only one who sees that. Perhaps it is because my perception of time is different considering how long-lived my species is. That is something to explore and contemplate.

I keep thinking over my memories of Balthier, and making myself sad inn the process. How ridiculous of me.

I have discovered that Balthier is no longer here, and while I desperately hope he has been able to find salvation I can't help but be slightly melancholic about his departure. He was, and is, the most important person in my life that I know of outside of family and not having him around makes me feel as if a hole has appeared in the vicinity of my heart. It is somewhat distressing, but no matter - I have Alice's Store to keep me from falling back into those thoughts.

I daresay I hope I have been running Alice's store with maximum efficiency. I am doing my best to dole out tasks and keep everyone in the hours and work. Still, I hope whatever illness is affecting Alice leaves her soon.

I seem to be lacking in mechanical work, so if anyone has need of a mechanic do let me know.

Also Grif, I had an exceptional time at the dance, thank you.

You know, I do believe today is beautiful! No no, everything is beautiful!

You Hume, how do you do it? I mean, look at all you can accomplish - it's fabulous! I don't believe I've seen anything so incredible in the Viera lands! You truly are the superior being! I can't believe it took me this long to realize this! I have sooooooooo~ much to learn about the wonders of the Hume World!

I mean, your government is amazing! How fascinating is it that you can so easily solve all your disputes with explosives, and guns, and war? The Green Word is so pointless - how could I not realize this before? I should learn more about this government system, and find a way to repent for all my rebellious ways!

...wait a minute, as a rabbit-woman I should be able to find some way to give back, find a man to serve and become his slave! Does anyone need a slave? I am submissive, hard-working, and love to listen!

It's a lovely evening, and I'm quite pleased to be able to walk down these streets and enjoy all the sights and smells.

Hey, did everyone notice I have rabbit ears? Rabbit Ears, for serious. They'll incredibly fun to have.

I'm going to go pick flowers and dance in the forest, traa laa!

I have heard today is some sort of holiday, and I hope everyone enjoys it in their own fashion. I have also been able to pick up some extra hours at my place of employment in a more martial capacity.

Miss Alice instructed me to offer my skills as a mechanic to a certain Zack from a ShinRa Corporation. If such skills would be of use to anyone please let me know.

I have been far too quiet lately, and for that I do apologize.

I am still seeking companionship for this 'dance' and am willing to teach a partner how to do some traditional dances.

Otherwise I have received new tools and am appreciative. Many thanks to Miss Alice, they are incredible tools and will assist me in my job.

Now, to explore more.

A dance? How...interesting.

And it requires companionship for the evening? I do hope I can find a suitable partner..

There is something big going on, and I think it's best if we stay in tonight. So please Penelo, Balthier - let' come up with something fun to do tonight.

I am enjoying my current job as a mechanic and repair person for Alice. She is a fair and considerate boss. I was wondering what, if any, other places might be hiring as I am experiencing a slight lethargy associated with not being used to all this 'free time' I suddenly have.

Balthier, did you want to meet and speak at some point, or are you not speaking to me considering my offer of your 'services' to the proprietor of the strip club? I daresay I miss seeing you...

Otherwise, I must find some form of diversion - stretch my claws as it were. I've never been much of a house-bunny.

The more things change, the more they stay the same. Regardless of this new place the old and familiar continues as if uninterrupted. Balthier is here, along with Penelo, and this both lightens my heart and fills me with sadness. They should not be here, I have lived longer, probably sinned more...

I have been slowly exploring this land, seeking both new friends and opportunities. I met a man named Skwisgaar of Sweden, of Earth, and he was kind enough to engage in a spirited discourse on this interesting land.

It does not surprise me that even here, in a place where my past has no bearing, I still am yearning for the call of The Mists and the beauty of sailing the skies in an airship...one day I am sure I will do both again.

Hrm, it appears my current situation was not the result of some poorly digested meal or evening libation - indeed I am effectively stuck in some...alternate world. My consternation knows no bounds. I will need to make arrangements for both lodging and suitable apparel for this decidedly arctic temperature as I appear to be in a state of frigidity from my toenails through to my ears. Sleeping outside, while cheap and effective, has lost it's lustre.

I should also acquire gainful employment. I am skilled in a variety of areas ranging from combative to menial. I served as the mechanic and co-pilot on my associate Balthier's airship, and as a Vieran I am trained in reading and sensing The Mists as well as in the more graceful aspects of attending to those in power. Perhaps someone would find such skills useful - if not I suppose there is always performing for my meals...

In any event any further assistance would be greatly appreciated as I would rather not be a drain on my associate Penelo.

I believe exploration of this land is in order, carefully. I have noticed some...unsavory events taking place.

This...does not look like Rabanastre. Nor does is resemble Eryut Village. There is no sense of The Mist...I cannot hear the woods.

My sisters? Fellow Viera? Balthier?

What foul place and what magics brought me here?