[anonymous - Callahan's board]

[deadlyjuliet.livejournal.com]

This weather is truly dreadful, isn't it? Shall we play a game to pass the time?

Word association. Tell me the first word to come to mind when you hear this:

Class.

Comments

[emotionl4arobot.livejournal.com]

Inconsequential.

No, it's not used where I'm from. What does it mean?

[deadlyjuliet.livejournal.com]

Small.

It indicates the star female of a social event, especially a beautiful, young woman who attracts the most attention.

[emotionl4arobot.livejournal.com]

Violet.

I guess it must have been outdated at some point. It doesn't get used at all in my time.

[deadlyjuliet.livejournal.com]

Royal.

I suppose all language must at some point. It is a shame, however, since it is such a beautiful phrase.

[emotionl4arobot.livejournal.com]

Archaic.

If you think so. Do you have personal experience with such things?

[deadlyjuliet.livejournal.com]

Greek.

Unfortunately, yes. I suppose you could say I've seen far too much change in my lifetime.

[emotionl4arobot.livejournal.com]

Language.

I was actually referring to the 'belle of the ball' part. But... what do you mean by too much change?

[deadlyjuliet.livejournal.com]

Classics.

Ah, well, unfortunately with that I have not. Not much call for someone like me at a ball, no matter how much I wish I could go.

As for change...? I've seen things come and go, things I wished would stay forever fall to ruin and things that should never be come to fruition. All things change over time. I'm just lucky - or unlucky - enough to be able to watch it all happen.

But that is such a depressing topic. Shall we change it?

[emotionl4arobot.livejournal.com]

Pointless.

If you like. I was a little curious about how you could see those kinds of changes, but I can understand not talking about it over this medium. Face to face encounters are better for that.

What would you rather talk about?

[deadlyjuliet.livejournal.com]

Nothing.

Everyone would be curious to hear about the things I've seen, but it is not something to be spoken of in polite company.

Oh, I don't know. I'm terribly bored, which is why I'm playing this game in the first place. The rain has utterly ruined my mood.

[emotionl4arobot.livejournal.com]

Everything.

Well, if you'd rather not talk about your own experiences, you can always ask me something. Since I don't imagine what I would consider topics of light conversation would interest you as much.

[deadlyjuliet.livejournal.com]

Soul.

I suppose I could ask you your name? To be polite, after all.

[emotionl4arobot.livejournal.com]

Data.

Of course. My name is Brainiac 5. And yours?

[deadlyjuliet.livejournal.com]

Records.

Brainiac 5? It's a pleasure. My name is Rebecca.

[emotionl4arobot.livejournal.com]

Files.

It's been interesting playing this game with you, Rebecca. I'm not sure how much it counts as a meeting, but I have enjoyed it.

[deadlyjuliet.livejournal.com]

Offices.

The same with you, Brainiac 5. I've seen you about the Institute, although I'm rather new.

[emotionl4arobot.livejournal.com]

Work.

Really? I didn't think I was particularly noticeable... If you're new, how have you been finding the institute?

[deadlyjuliet.livejournal.com]

Tedious.

Well, I've heard your name pandered about. I suppose that's more heard than seen, hm?

And...well, I don't especially enjoy it, let's say that. I don't believe many would find it all that inviting to be placed in an asylum, yes?

[emotionl4arobot.livejournal.com]

Distraction.

Oh, I can think of what that might have happened. Hopefully what you've heard hasn't tainted your impression.

I don't find it so bad during the day, for all that we're trapped here. The nights are more difficult due to the... nightmares, however.

[deadlyjuliet.livejournal.com]

Entertainment.

Oh? I wouldn't worry. I try to keep an open mind.

Ah, yes, the nightmares are rather unpleasant, aren't they? I try to ride them out as much as I can.

[emotionl4arobot.livejournal.com]

Movie.

That's good to hear. Not everyone here does and it can cause problems.

They are pretty bad sometimes. But it's good to have friends who can help you with them.

[deadlyjuliet.livejournal.com]

Plays.

Yes, it certainly can. Narrow minds are the causes of most wars in the world.

Mm, so I've been told.

[emotionl4arobot.livejournal.com]

Obsolete.

You've been told? You don't have any friends here?

[deadlyjuliet.livejournal.com]

Unfortunate.

I am new, after all.

[emotionl4arobot.livejournal.com]

Loss.

Oh... I thought you might have been here at least for a few days. How long has it been?