[Video] un: BishopRunout

[poolhall_killer]

[It takes a short while for Venom to adjust his device as he turns on the feed. He feels the device itself is cumbersome and wonders why they can't just switch over to magic coms like normal people. A few moments of silence (and Venom's hair eye staring into the camera) later, he begins:]

I suppose I should start with a good afternoon to all of you.

The reason why I've decided to do this is because of the intentions of my former organization. [And the previous talks about murder and murder-related things.] We were dealt a heavy blow by an antagonistic force, someone who felt we were going to interfere with their plans. As the leader, I came to a difficult decision. I felt if we were to survive, we needed to operate in the light of day, to come out of the shadows for good.

What were we, you might ask?

We were assassins.

It's not something I was ever proud of doing, nor do I plan on going back to that profession. My unhappiness was fueled by it, even though I voluntarily took the leadership role. I feel that if I am to continue living in the light, I wish to be open and honest about my past.

Thank you for listening.

[The feed shuts off as Venom hopes he did the right thing.]

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[snailenvy]

It's all good then! We all have that kind of embarrassing past. What's important is doing what you want to do now and in the future.

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[poolhall_killer]

I'm surprised most of the people here are encouraging me to look forward to the future.

I... I'm not sure what to make of it, other than feeling humbled by it.

Thank you, Jolyne.

[snailenvy]

L-Look. Don't make this awkward. I mean, when I talk to people, I know who I'm talking to. If you were a shitbag, I wouldn't have given you the time of day.

Just take it how it is.

[poolhall_killer]

I am glad to know that I'm not one of those "shitbags", then.

[snailenvy]

[She makes some kind of spitting noise. Mostly to pretend that she doesn't care. Which she does.]

If someone has a problem with you, just let me know. I can sort them out quickly enough. I knew a few people who were killers before I trusted them. Doesn't make you any different.

[poolhall_killer]

I don't believe anyone has ever offered to protect me like that. It's much appreciated.

[He can fight, but still. He's flattered by it.]

[snailenvy]

That's cute but try not to make it sound so virginal. A thanks is just fine.

[Only Jolyne would go there.]

[poolhall_killer]

[He's a little shocked that she speaks in such a way. Kind of reminds him of a tenuous ally he had back home.]

All right. Thanks.

[It's said with a hint of amusement.]