I can't reach-- [Yeah. That status report you want? You aren't getting one that's going to be of much use. But Kid is nothing if not obedient, and a few moments later he clears his throat. There's the sound of furniture being righted, a dull thunk as chair legs hit the floor.]
...status report? Yes--right. Status report. [He's is trying so very hard. It's not working but he is trying.] There's nobody else here. Empty.
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...status report? Yes--right. Status report. [He's is trying so very hard. It's not working but he is trying.] There's nobody else here. Empty.
[But that doesn't change his distracted tone, the delays in his replies. Empty the café may be but as far as Kid's concerned it's plenty full.]