"[...yes, I am, why do you ask?]"
: [Uh, I know this is kinda awkward timing, but can I get a picture?]
"[Yeah, what is he famous for?]" Ellie asks.
: [I don't know how many people saw the broadcast, given what's happening, but he was on the news a little while ago for that stunt he did- defying withdrawal orders to save the rookies from another Aesthian chute shooter.]
: [Hmph, if any of us tried that we would've just got reprimanded, but
he gets his photo in the paper.]
Ajka takes a tiny step back and tries to stifle an unsettled expression from appearing on her face.
"You just seemed the most amiable to conversation. My apologies if I troubled you."
"It's fine, I'm just confused or skeptical as to why they would tack you on with a bunch of haphazard Aesthians."
: Hey, kid, are you sure you want to fly with us? The last flight of rookies we saw got smoked, maybe you should call in sick.
: Ignore her.