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so I got into grad school today with my shitty 2.8 gpa and the moral of the story is reblog those good luck posts for the love of god

#good luck #lets goo

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reblog and make a wish! this was removed from tumbrl due to “violating one or more of Tumblr’s Community Guidelines”, but since my wish came true the first time, I’m putting it back. :)

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Ok but like. What the fuck is there to do on the internet anymore?

Idk when I was younger, you could just go and go and find exciting new websites full of whatever cool things you wanted to explore. An overabundance of ways to occupy your time online.

Now, it’s just… Social media. That’s it. Social media and news sites. And I’m tired of social media and I’m tired of the news.

Am I just like completely inept at finding new things or has the internet just fallen apart that much with the problems of SEO and web 3.0 turning everything into a same-site prison?

#resource:educational #archive

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now that the booping spree is over, i’d like to remind yall that that same amount of engagement is desired for writers and artists and creators.

the reblog button is essentially the same fucking thing, so not seeing anyone engage seemingly by choice is really disheartening.

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Things That May Be Causing Your Writer's Block- and How to Beat Them

I don't like the term 'Writer's Block' - not because it isn't real, but because the term is so vague that it's useless. Hundreds of issues all get lumped together under this one umbrella, making writer's block seem like this all-powerful boogeyman that's impossible to beat. Worse yet, it leaves people giving and receiving advice that is completely ineffective because people often don't realize they're talking about entirely different issues.

In my experience, the key to beating writer's block is figuring out what the block even is, so I put together a list of Actual Reasons why you may be struggling to write:

(note that any case of writer's block is usually a mix of two or more)

Perfectionism (most common)

What it looks like:

You write one sentence and spend the next hour googling "synonyms for ___"

Write. Erase. Write. Rewrite. Erase.

Should I even start writing this scene when I haven't figured out this one specific detail yet?

I hate everything I write

Cringing while writing

My first draft must be perfect, or else I'm a terrible writer

Things that can help:

Give yourself permission to suck

Keep in mind that nothing you write is going to be perfect, especially your first draft

Think of writing your first/early drafts not as writing, but sketching out a loose foundation to build upon later

People write multiple drafts for a reason: write now, edit later

Stop googling synonyms and save that for editing

Write with a pen to reduce temptation to erase

Embrace leaving blank spaces in your writing when you can't think of the right word, name, or detail

It's okay if your writing sucks. We all suck at some point. Embrace the growth mindset, and focus on getting words on a page

Lack of inspiration (easiest to fix)

What it looks like:

Head empty, no ideas

What do I even write about???

I don't have a plot, I just have an image

Want to write but no story to write

Things that can help:

Google writing prompts

If writing prompts aren't your thing, instead try thinking about what kind of tropes/genres/story elements you would like to try out

Instead of thinking about the story you would like to write, think about the story you would like to read, and write that

It's okay if you don't have a fully fleshed out story idea. Even if it's just an image or a line of dialogue, it's okay to write that. A story may or may not come out of it, but at least you got the creative juices flowing

Stop writing. Step away from your desk and let yourself naturally get inspired. Go for a walk, read a book, travel, play video games, research history, etc. Don't force ideas, but do open up your mind to them

If you're like me, world-building may come more naturally than plotting. Design the world first and let the story come later

Boredom/Understimulation (lost the flow)

What it looks like:

I know I should be writing but uugggghhhh I just can'tttttt

Writing words feels like pulling teeth

I started writing, but then I got bored/distracted

I enjoy the idea of writing, but the actual process makes me want to throw my laptop out the window

Things that can help:

Introduce stimulation: snacks, beverages, gum, music such as lo-fi, blankets, decorate your writing space, get a clickity-clackity keyboard, etc.

Add variety: write in a new location, try a new idea/different story for a day or so, switch up how you write (pen and paper vs. computer) or try voice recording or text-to-speech

Gamify writing: create an arbitrary challenge, such as trying to see how many words you can write in a set time and try to beat your high score

Find a writing buddy or join a writer's group

Give yourself a reward for every writing milestone, even if it's just writing a paragraph

Ask yourself whether this project you're working on is something you really want to be doing, and be honest with your answer

Intimidation/Procrastination (often related to perfectionism, but not always)

What it looks like:

I was feeling really motivated to write, but then I opened my laptop

I don't even know where to start

I love writing, but I can never seem to get started

I'll write tomorrow. I mean next week. Next month? Next month, I swear (doesn't write next month)

Can't find the time or energy

Unreasonable expectations (I should be able to write 10,000 words a day, right????)

Feeling discouraged and wondering why I'm even trying

Things that can help:

Follow the 2 min rule (or the 1 paragraph rule, which works better for me): whenever you sit down to write, tell yourself that you are only going to write for 2 minutes. If you feel like continuing once the 2 mins are up, go for it! Otherwise, stop. Force yourself to start but DO NOT force yourself to continue unless you feel like it. The more often you do this, the easier it will be to get started

Make getting started as easy as possible (i.e. minimize barriers: if getting up to get a notebook is stopping you from getting started, then write in the notes app of your phone)

Commit to a routine that will work for you. Baby steps are important here. Go with something that feels reasonable: every day, every other day, once a week, twice a week, and use cues to help you remember to start. If you chose a set time to write, just make sure that it's a time that feels natural to you- i.e. don't force yourself to writing at 9am every morning if you're not a morning person

Find a friend or a writing buddy you can trust and talk it out or share a piece of work you're proud of. Sometimes we just get a bit bogged down by criticism- either internal or external- and need a few words of encouragement

The Problem's Not You, It's Your Story (or Outline (or Process))

What it looks like:

I have no problems writing other scenes, it's just this scene

I started writing, but now I have no idea where I'm going

I don't think I'm doing this right

What's an outline?

Drowning in documents

This. Doesn't. Make. Sense. How do I get from this plot point to this one?!?!?! (this ColeyDoesThings quote lives in my head rent free cause BOY have I been there)

Things That Can Help:

Go back to the drawing board. Really try to get at the root of why a scene or story isn't working

A part of growing as a writer is learning when to kill your darlings. Sometimes you're trying to force an idea or scene that just doesn't work and you need to let it go

If you don't have an outline, write one

If you have an outline and it isn't working, rewrite it, or look up different ways to structure it

You may be trying to write as a pantser when you're really a plotter or vice versa. Experiment with different writing processes and see what feels most natural

Study story structures, starting with the three act structure. Even if you don't use them, you should know them

Check out Ellen Brock on YouTube. She's a professional novel editor who has a lot of advice on writing strategies for different types of writers

Also check out Savage Books on YouTube (another professional story editor) for advice on story structure and dialogue. Seriously, I cannot recommend this guy enough

Executive Dysfunction, Usually From ADHD/Autism

What it looks like:

Everything in boredom/understimulation

Everything in intimidation/procrastination

You have been diagnosed with and/or have symptoms of ADHD/Autism

Things that can help:

If you haven't already, seek a diagnosis or professional treatment

Hire an ADHD coach or other specialist that can help you work with your brain (I use Shimmer; feel free to DM me for a referral)

Seek out neurodiverse and neurodiverse writing communities for advice and support

Try body doubling! There's lot's of free online body doubling websites out there for you to try. If social anxiety is a barrier, start out with writing streams such as katecavanaughwrites on Twitch

Be aware of any sensory barriers that may be getting in the way of you writing (such as an uncomfortable desk chair, harsh lighting, bad sounds)

And Lastly, Burnout, Depression, or Other Mental Illness

What it looks like:

You have symptoms of burnout or depression

Struggling with all things, not just writing

It's more than a lack of motivation- the spark is just dead

Things that can help:

Forget writing for now. Focus on healing first.

Seek professional help

If you feel like it, use writing as a way to explore your feelings. It can take the form of journaling, poetry, an abstract reflection of your thoughts, narrative essays, or exploring what you're feeling through your fictional characters. The last two helped me rediscover my love of writing after I thought years of depression had killed it for good. Just don't force yourself to do so, and stop if it takes you to a darker place instead of feeling cathartic

#burnout

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Yes, Ao3 is down because of a cybersecurity attack.

Yes, the group is claiming to be Sudanese Muslims (Sudan Anonymous). No, this is not true.

This group has been identified as a Russian hacker group intent on sowing dissent between the world under the guise of “strengthening Middle East relations”. They targeted Ao3 because of its pro-LGBTQIA+ stories. Again, they are Russians sowing anger.

Do NOT be Islamophobic. Do NOT use this as an opportunity to whine about how you didn’t have time to finish reading a fic.

Ao3 is run by volunteers who are currently under siege by Russian hackers. Take this time to step back from the site, appreciate their work, write your own fics, or read a physical book.

If I see ANY Islamophobic rhetoric by any of my followers, I will pop your dumbass into my shit list and block you into the high heavens.

#ao3feed #status

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SHIP REQUESTS!

Are you interested in a very specific ship, but you don't know how to ask?

send a specific number for...

a pre-established ship between our muses, where they're already together

our muses canonically together and i wanted to ask if you were interested in writing with me

our muses aren't considering eachother as partners, but i'd like a slow burn

my muse has a crush on yours

my muse has a crush on yours, and i'm interested in a slow burn

our muses are considering a relationship, but don't know how to start

a soft, first relationship

"will-they-won't-they"

on-again-off-again

our muses are exes in good terms

our muses are exes in bad terms

our muses are exes, but mine is still in love with yours

our muses are exes, but mine is still obsessed with yours

a mutually toxic relationship

my muse is obsessed with yours

my muse is interested in yours, but only sexually

friends with benefits

exes with benefits

enemies with benefits

our muses hate eachother, but there's still Tension

childhood friends to lovers

childhood crushes who meet again after a long time

friends to lovers

enemies to lovers

lovers to enemies

a strictly sexual relationship

a sexual relationship that might lead to love

a sexual relationship where my muse is already in love with yours

a codependent relationship

an arranged marriage

a loveless marriage

married :)

divorced </3

a forbidden love

a secret relationship

#roleplay:memes

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How to Write Characters in Realistic Polyamorous Relationships

Earlier this week, an anonymous follower asked: Any advice for writing a REALISTIC poly relationship?

Friend, you are in luck. As a polyamorous person, I’m always looking for more stories that include good poly representation! So first, we’re going to dig into some information about what poly is and what it isn’t, go over some vocabulary, and discuss how polyamorous relationships function in the real world, and then I’ll get into some dons and don’ts for writing polyamorous relationships. Read on under the cut!

Keep reading

#guide #resource:educational #resource:writing

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Rain at Gio-ji temple // 雨 ♡

#insp:aes #insp:scene

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Norwegian Wood by Haruki Murakami (tr. Jay Rubin)

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THE POETS AND THE SINGERS AND THE AUTHORS WRITE ABOUT ROMANTIC LOVE WHEN IT ENDS. BUT NOBODY TELLS YOU HOW TO GET OVER A FRIEND. (x)

oscar wilde / antoine de saint-exupéry, the little prince / the social network (2010), dir. david fincher / @jspark3000 (x) / ocean vuong, thanksgiving 2006 / stephen king, the body / house of the dragon, 1x04 / @s4pphoiduser (x) / the fray, how to save a life / radiohead, life in a glasshouse / succession, 1x08 / @ritikajyala (x) / richard siken, the worm king’s lullaby / hozier (x) / hannibal, 3x04 / fredrik backman, us against you / maggie nelson, bluets

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“Death associated with water is more dream-like than death associated with earth: the pain of water is infinite.”

—

Gaston Bachelard, from Water and Dreams.

(via ligeia-of-the-rhine)

#insp:quotes

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↪ 𝑩𝑨𝑵𝑫𝑬𝑹𝑺𝑵𝑨𝑻𝑪𝑯 . ( a collection of sentence starters from black mirror's episode bandersnatch . adjust phrasing as necessary . )

here's your tea .

sorry , i was miles away .

this is my latest .

listen , let's get down to business .

got a copy of this at home , never got around to reading it .

how do you want to go about this ?

you're ... you're interested ?

it's just that it's all in my head .

when it's a concept piece , a bit of madness is what you need .

what do you listen to ? to get into the flow .

so ... how does it work , then ?

is that the best way to work on something like this ?

nothing's perfect .

it was too ... too good to be true .

i don't know where it came from , i just said "no" .

would you like to talk about what happened with [ name ] ?

come on , [ name ] , we're going to be late .

you couldn't have known . [ name ] , you couldn't have known .

i fucking hate him for it .

the past is immutable , [ name ] .

remember- any time you need me , just pick up the phone .

is everything alright ?

you've been stuck in your room for weeks .

i can't help you if you just sit there and don't speak !

[ name ] , just ... fuck off !

you're not sleeping , you're not eating ... i'm concerned about you .

you're in the hole . in a fight with your own head .

you got anywhere to be later ?

oh , i haven't ever really -

one for you ... one for me .

it's your choice . totally up to you , don't feel pressured .

just thought i'd give you the choice .

what have you done ?

i chose for you . are you okay with that ?

people think there's one reality , but there's loads of them .

people think you can't go back and change things , but you can .

it's a fucking nightmare world , and the worst thing is it's real and we're living in it

i've given you the knowledge . i've set you free . do you understand ?

i'll show you what i mean . come with me .

do you believe me ? i'll prove it .

it wouldn't matter , because there are other timelines .

you'd die ... you'd die !

see you on the other side .

[ name ] , maybe ... you're not well .

my head is all over the place . i keep having vivid dreams .

don't see this as a setback .

just ... don't . fuck . up . there's a lot riding on this , now .

[ name ] wanted me to give you this .

your fate has been dictated . it's out of your hands .

you're just a puppet . you're not in control .

who's doing this to me ? i know there's someone there .

i know there's someone there , just give me a fucking sign !

i'm not in control ... i'm not in control . i'm being controlled .

what do i do ?

[ name ] , spit it out .

fuckin' hell , you've gone right down the hole .

so . are you gonna let me go , or are you gonna kill me ?

i'm quite enjoying this lifetime .

i know what you've been doing to me .

try again .

#roleplay:memes #roleplay:dialogue

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THE TWENTY FIRST OF AUDE AT THE IMPERIAL OPERA HOUSE. open to @lafaille​

the box she’s been assigned is different from her usual, but even rosalind has to admit it’s a clear improvement. the view is spectacular, encompassing the whole opera house and stage, a perfect bird’s-eye view of the show. the satisfied purr of a cat pouncing on its prey creeps up her throat, and rosalind lets it loose as her lips curl proudly. finally, her value is being recognized with a seat worthy of her station. her talent has been noticed, her efforts have not been in vain and the empress will eventually admit that she made the wrong choice. if this gets back to alain, then perhaps rosalind can leverage it somehow — another estate, perhaps, or a seat at the table that will certainly spread across and beyond celestine. 

her fantasies consume her, devour her in one greedy swallow before rosalind realizes she is being swept away. she imagines jewels around her neck, rings that weigh more than a sack of dor on every finger, her lips pink and coiled as her lost twin sister returns at last. she imagines a different lover for every night and a feast that goes half-consumed before gallons of ale and wine are emptied. her stomach turns and turns and turns in anticipation, in a hot rush of want like a fever.

rosalind’s fantasies snap shut when she walks in, and rosalind can’t help the immediate twist of scorn and envy and the lingering smoke of desire on her features. “have you no decency?” she snaps at cecile, eyes traveling across her rival’s elegant attire and choice of jewels. “you must ruin my night with your horrible taste and company?”

#other.wrtng #insp:excerpts

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Writing Guide 004: Describing Physical Pain

below is a list of ways to describe physical pain. the source for this list can be found here.

Keep reading

#resource:writing #m.rsrce

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Conflicting Ship Plots

they are competitors - the same job, the same championship, etc.

they are straight-up enemies - one them wants to buy the land to build a resort, and the other wants it to get turned into a nature sanctuary. one is a defense attorney, and the other is a prosecutor. they’re soldiers on opposing sides of the war, etc.

they already won - they inherited an estate that should have been the other’s, or one got the job that the other was hoping to be promoted into, and they are seething.

they broke their heart in the past - maybe there was a good reason behind it, or maybe they were an idiot then and realize it now. 

they did the other wrong in the past - maybe they wronged the other’s family member or friend. 

they have has trust issues - their last relationship ended in a terrible betrayal.

they have intimacy issues - maybe because of a traumatic past, they feel too vulnerable if anyone knows about their real emotions or weaknesses. maybe they’re a psychic, a behavioral expert, or just the one person who can see right through the other and it makes them uncomfortable as hell.

they don’t trust their dating choices - they’ve gotten involved with several losers in a row, and they’re taking a break, maybe a permanent one.

they believe no one can truly love them - they made a terrible mistake in the past, or they’re not attractive in the conventional manner.

they are good friends - they don’t want to risk ruining their friendship by taking it to the next level.

they are co-workers - they don’t want to make things weird at the office, restaurant, or wherever they both work.

they are freaked out by who they really are - a werewolf, vampire, ex-con, spy, etc.

it was supposed to be sex only - they were going to be friends with benefits, or maybe one of them is an escort. falling in love goes against the original arrangement.

their love was supposed to be fake - they were pretending to be in love or married, or they entered a marriage of convenience. 

they were faking it at first - they made a bet that they could bed the other, or pretended to like the other so they could learn their darkest secrets.

they have moral qualms - one of them is the other’s boss, their teacher, their captor, ex-girlfriend or their best friend, and that gives them pause.

they are struggling with personal issues - one of them is grieving the death of their significant other, best friend, their child, or they have PTSD from battle or some other terrible experience.

their love is forbidden by others - it’s against the rules, spoken or unspoken, of their family, organization, community, or religion.

they are into something that the other doesn’t like - it could be an addiction, like alcohol, drugs, gambling, or a profession, like boxing or defending corrupt clients in court. whatever it is, the other wants no part of it.

their cultures clash - one of them is a rock-n-roller and the other is a  business executive, or they love the city life and the other is all about small-town living.

one of them is promised to someone else - maybe the wedding’s already planned and everything. they might have reasons for going through with a loveless marriage.

one of them is married to someone else - it is some weird legal, not-consummated arrangement, or the other ran away long ago because their spouse was an abusive asshole.

they are infatuated with someone else instead of them - they don’t realize yet that this other person is awful.

they are interested in someone else in addition to them - they’re having trouble making a decision on who to be with.

their time is together is limited - one of them is going abroad to study in the fall, their work visa is almost up, or one of them is about to go on a space mission to another planet, never to return.

being together would require a big sacrifice - one of them would have to say no to their dream job or they would have to move away from their family.

they are a danger to the other’s safety - they’re a spy, vampire, drug lord, gang leader, etc.

they think they’ll only make the other unhappy - they’re dying of a disease, suffering under a curse, can’t have children, etc.

they are a suspect - in a murder or robbery case.

they have a reputation - a materialistic douche, a heartless womanizer, a stone cold killer, etc.

they have terrible first impressions of one another - they might have gotten off to an awful start by arguing over something.

they love their freedom - they always saw themselves as the carefree type who would never settle down.

they don’t want distractions - one of them has a very important job to do, and they can’t afford to get sidetracked.

#roleplay:connections #genre:fluff

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* normaltothemax​ : MOON KNIGHT / CAN YOU TELL I HAVE ADHD ?

Now he was certain: this was definitely some sort of punishment.

God, she’s making him feel so old. Marc has no idea what song she’s referring to, but he at least manages to refrain from mentioning how confused he really is. It’s a good thing Jake isn’t listening in, too. The alter already calls him an old man, half the time. If he hears about how lost Marc is while discussing some Flo Rida song—which, what the hell kind of name even is that?—Marc will never hear the end of it. Instead of actually responding with words—like a normal, human person, Steven chides—he grunts in return, deeming that to be good enough.

He’s once again struck by how friggin’ tiny she is when she plants herself in front of him, hand outstretched. I’m Ms. Marvel, she says. Cool to meet you, she says. She’s just a kid, thinks Marc for the thousandth time. Reluctantly, he takes her little hand in his own, dwarfing it, and shakes, holding on for a moment too long, when his eyes land on her bracelet.

‘It’s a bangle.’

He sighs, feeling a headache coming on already. Whatever it was called, the thing had some sort of inscription on it, the language looking somewhat similar to Arabic. Urdu, if Marc had to guess, though he couldn’t read what it said. Regardless, the sight of it sets Steven off, has him practically bouncing around in their skull with excitement, absolutely certain they were looking at some sort of artifact. ‘Just look at it, Marc!’ Oh, he’s looking, alright.

Releasing her, he starts digging around the room, picking through piles of stuff in the hopes that he’ll find something worthwhile. Something useful to the case. Any sort of lead at all, at this point. “Knock yourself out. S’long as you don’t set something off that erases the entire hard drive.” If she couldn’t figure it out, he’d bring it with him back to the Mission. See if Reese or Soldier could get anything off of it.

Moving to a large bookshelf against one of the walls, he scans the titles written on their spines. Something is here, he can feel it. He tugs at a few of the spines, tilting the books towards him, though nothing happens. Yet. With any luck, there’ll be some sort of secret room with all the evidence he needs hidden behind it all. “So what’s with the bangle?” he asks, taking a step back to take in the bookshelf as a whole. He’s not trying to make conversation. He’s just asking so that Steven will shut up about it, already. “The writing…Urdu, right?”

instead of arguing for her competence , for the first time in this whole interaction kamala opts to simply give him a thumbs up . she figures that she’s given him enough grief ( for now ) . 

❝ huh ?  oh , this thing ! ❞ eyes glance down at her bangle with a mix of surprise and fondness . the bangle itself holds many memories , stories untold , and mystery that even kamala herself doesn’t know . it’s been a partial key in the investigation not only of herself , but the one involving these disappearances . the coincidence of that is so odd that she and bruno have theorized it may not be one at all ; though still , they’ve been unable to figure any plausible theories as to what it has to do with any of this . her typing pauses , one hand subconsciously wringing her wrist as she looks it over . 

❝ good eye – we think so , but … i’m kinda better at speaking urdu than reading it ; first gen american stuff , y’know ?  it belonged to my grandma . actually , it’s kinda funny that you mention it , though . ❞ the girl muses , fingers brushing the intricate details adorning the metal bangle .

❝ remember how i said the dormant gene was randomly triggered ? ❞ the memories following the first time kamala had worn it play in her mind like a cliché cartoon recap . truthfully she’s a little hesitant to recount the tale to him entirely ; incredulity of those events aside , moon knight has already shown he’s wary of her credibility . some element leaking out of a bangle and causing an egg form around doesn’t particularly sound realistic even if it’s the truth . focus becomes split between the conversation and the laptop – she doesn’t wait for him to respond . ❝ well , when i put it on for the first time , the bangle glowed this really pretty purple and pink and blue and then this mist started coming out of it ! ❞

one hand lifts to wiggle fingers in the air as if to mimic the very movement of the aforementioned ; it quickly returns back to the laptop to properly resume her task . regardless , she continues , ❝ at first i thought it was an isolated event . like some weird super dust , but uh … when me and my friend snooped . we found that there was some trace of whatever element the mist was in EVERY disappearance . i don’t know how my bangle factors into all this , but we think that alchemax discovered the gene and has been – wait . ❞  

almost like on tv , kamala pauses at the climax of their theory and story . eyes become glued to the screen and suddenly , with tongue stuck out , she digs a hand into a hidden pocket to retrieve an iron man usb . she quickly plugs it into the laptop and begins to type even faster . there are a number of files that seem to be encrypted on the lone memory of the device rather than a cloud , thankfully . it’s with that stroke of luck kamala’s able to run the decryption program that she and bruno collaborated on . even with their brilliance and the strength of the processor , it still goes slow . one by one certain documents become available to her . 

there’s not much of an abundance of information on it , which is as she’d suspected but not what she HOPED . at least now they have access to medical documents with minimum notes of people already in their custody . it makes her heart DROP seeing each photo ; the victims range wildly from middle schoolers to the elderly . kamala’s nose scrunches before looking back at the bright white figure roaming the room . she blinks , ❝ sorry . uh , i found some profiles of the people missing … what was i saying ? ❞

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