Show-Off

Richard stood up, “Your mind is far beyond this place. I’ll have someone pick you up in a few days, come back to Bluewater; I have a new lab there with an amazing hostess. Alright, I’ll be leaving.”

“Richard!” Perrin called him from behind.

“Hmm?” Richard turned around, watching the youth who was actually younger than himself yet also older than even his deceased father.

“Umm… I’ve lived in this city for a few years now, and have gotten to know quite a few good people. They’re living happily here, can you… can you make sure they stay happy?”

Richard walked back, placing a finger on Perrin’s chest, “That depends on you. It’s a noble cause, but if you want me to listen your voice needs to be loud enough to hear. The more you achieve in life, the more you can get a good life for these people. That hourglass doesn’t come...