01 | [Voice/Action]

[cop_an_attitude]

[For a moment, nothing happens. The camera is focused on a patch of grass. There are rustling sounds and a woman's voice mutters indistinguishably to herself, and eventually the journal is righted so that the camera focuses on Sally's face. There is a leaf in her hair. She does not look happy.]

Right, I think I've worked out what this thing does, and I just want to say that if this is someone's idea of a joke, I'm not laughing. See this? [She lifts up a police badge containing her ID.] This is a police badge. It's my police badge, yeah? It says I'm Sergeant Sally Donovan of London PD, which means that when I find out who's responsible for this, for...this [She gestures down the length of her body, at the dress that isn't hers] and for this [She turns the journal to take in the unfamiliar surroundings] and I don't even know how to start about this [She jerks her thumb over her shoulder at the pair of dark brown wings that definitely aren't supposed to be there] that person or persons are in a world of trouble.

My advice to you, whoever you are, is to come forward immediately. That's less trouble on my part and a lighter sentence for you, so it's in everyone's best interest. Do not make me find you.

[Sally fumes silently for a moment, and when she decides her point has been made, the recording ends.]

Comments

[theoniongirl]

[the voice that comes over the journals is female and sympathetic and not at all amused. She might have been filled with wonder at arriving here...but that doesn't mean she thinks it's alright, the way so many people are dragged in against their will]

Unfortunately, you'll have better luck finding people with the same questions that you will finding someone who's responsible.

[cop_an_attitude]

[This doesn't exactly fill Sally with confidence, but she tries to shake it off and focus on what's important.]

This has been done to other people? Are you one of them?

[theoniongirl]

Pretty much anyone you'll meet here is. Here...hang on.

[she hardly ever uses the video function, but she manages to turn it on now with minimal fumbling. With a face to match the voice, she seems even younger, her smile more youthful than her actual 25 years let on]

This place has a way of taking what you expect and turning it on its head.

In the meantime, though...have you found the village yet? Or could you use a guide?

[audio]

[winksandnods]

Scotland Yard sergeant. [And a woman.

But he's found stranger things here.] Seems this place brings all kinds.

Re: [audio]

[cop_an_attitude]

[Sally isn't in a mood to trust anyone who isn't providing useful information, so she's a bit suspicious.]

Yeah, and who are you?

voice;

[consultsdetective]

[ oh

thank

god

someone he knows ]

Donovan! Christ, I didn't expect you'd turn up here. Any idea where you are? [ Wait, better question. ] What about injuries, anything that needs seeing to?

Re: voice;

[cop_an_attitude]

Sir! [Sally just about has a heart attack.] What are you doing here? They didn't get you too? I'm - [A long pause.] I haven't the very faintest idea where I am, actually, but a young lady's helping me work it out. And no injuries, unless you count that I stepped on a rock and whatever the bloody hell these...wings are.

[flickerflash]

[...oh hey, someone from London. :D That's so close by they could be neighbours. And a police officer. The little girl that speaks back has a British accent, or specifically a West Country one.]

I'm terribly sorry. I think I'm responsible for everything.

[And she sounds very respectful.]

[cop_an_attitude]

[A little girl? Pardon Sally if she doesn't take this completely seriously.]

Is it, love? Don't worry; I'm sure it's not your fault.

[But part of this is a little worrisome.]

Sorry, are you all right? You're not lost too, are you? Are your mum and dad around?

[voice]

[thedicearecast]

[Wow. It's the cycle of utterly ineffective threats.]

It won't work. Even if any of them do answer, good luck actually trying to arrest them. You should work on getting to the village instead.

...You've got a leaf in your hair, by the way.

Re: [voice]

[cop_an_attitude]

You know who's responsible for this? Who--

[A pause as she runs her hands through her hair and picks out the leaf.]

Who would do something like this to innocent people? Do you know how to find them?

[voice]

[nobodyspoke]

Sorry.

[Perhaps he's just being purposefully vague to be an ass or get her attention. Either way, it'll get him a response.]

Re: [voice]

[cop_an_attitude]

For what, exactly?

[ Voice ]

[theblogger]

[ John's voice is low and somewhat graveled, as if he's trying to be quiet, wherever he is. It makes for a rather tight tone. ]

With the utmost respect, Sergeant Donovan [ Isn't British irony delightful? ] I don't think anyone who's got the nerve to abduct a police officer and perform major surgery on them will be moved by your badge. Actually, I'd think the last thing you'd want to do when you are alone in a suspected illegal operation is to flash about your status as a potential problem. Don't think we're in London anymore. There's no telling who we're with, either.

Re: [ Voice ]

[cop_an_attitude]

Joh-- Doctor Wa-- you--

[Legitimately unsure whether to be relieved to see an admittedly hostile familiar face, apoplectic at his tone, or fearing for her life over his pointing out of her addled mistake, Sally sits in dumbfounded silence for a moment.

Eventually, she settles on "professional".]

...Didn't expect to see you. DI Lestrade's here as well. ...Did you just arrive as well, then?

[voice]

[inabook]

[Sally's had too many ordinary-looking people... here's a polite girl with bright pink hair.]

I'm afraid they won't respond to you no matter what your occupation was... Everyone who uses these journals normally is in the same situation as you are.

Re: [voice]

[cop_an_attitude]

I'm starting to see as much... [About done with unproductive complaining as she is, it takes Sally a moment to work out what to say next.] What's your name?

[Voice]

[justicereigns]

The people responsible don't give a fuck about laws from another world.

Welcome to Luceti Sergeant. Has anyone given you the basic rundown?

Re: [Voice]

[cop_an_attitude]

A few people, yeah. Luckily everyone seems willing to help, and I've got this journal.

[Video]

[greatinspector]

[Zenigata is a bit slow to pick up on this message, but he jumps when he hears it. ANOTHER cop here? Well thats great!]

I'm sorry I'm a bit late to introduce myself *ahem* I'm Detective Inspector Koichi Zenigata, from Interpol's International Crimes Division.

Its a nice to meet you, Sergeant. Is there anything I can do to help you get settled? I judge by the laundry list above me that you've got a handle on your situation.

Re: [Video]

[cop_an_attitude]

Interpol? Ah - hi there. [She's a little surprised to be treated so politely by someone of a higher position.] Thanks; I think I'm all right.

But I am curious - have you been here long? What's the law enforcement like around here?

[magentarific]

No fair cutting in line, you know.

[cop_an_attitude]

Sorry, what?

[voice]

[alabastajewel]

[Smiling apologetically:]

The Malnosso don't have much regard for rank, unfortunately. Do you need some help?

Re: [voice]

[cop_an_attitude]

I'm learning as much. And no thanks, I'm all right now. One thing that can be said for this place is that it's full of friendly people.

What's your name, then?