Somethings off =]

[pass1ve-inc]

Hello =]

I am Passive! Absolutely! The only!

No need for suspicion =]

(Ooc under cut)

Hi! Mod of @passive-inc here! I came up with a random idea and it wouldn’t go away so I ended up making a blog

this is “Passive” or Pass1ve

Not the one you might know, but they’re there

No possible threat, right?

…right?

(Pass1ve uses any pronouns and is aroace :3)

[remindmybrainofmyidentity]

for some reason we really associate juniper with deer. unsure why but we do

[passive-inc]

*PA caught up with Passive and crossed his arms*

You can't drink water, you'll get fried. What's going on with you and PasFrown.

- @passiveagressive-inc

nothing it’s fine everything is fine.

[passiveagressive-inc]

I don't believe that. I can hear you whirring, you're anxious. Something happened.

[passive-inc]

…

…

I lied I’m sorry I’m so sorry. I’m Bad.

[passiveagressive-inc]

No. No you're not. It's fine. Just. Tell me what happened.

[passive-inc]

PasFrown doesn’t remember anything. I didn’t tell you this is my fault.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Amnesia, huh...

Anyway. It isn't your fault. I can imagine learning that would be... hard. For you.

[passive-inc]

No I mean, everything. What if I’m the reason they left? Maybe they don’t remember anything because of me.

This sounds so awful I’m awful but I hate how it remembers more about PM than me. I’m jealous that’s bad I’m horrible.

[passiveagressive-inc]

You're not—ok. Listen. Just about everyone gets jealous, some point in their existence. You're not bad for feeling emotions.

[passive-inc]

…I wish I didn’t. PM is nice she doesn’t deserve it.

[passiveagressive-inc]

It's fair that you feel like that. I can... relate, I guess.

[passive-inc]

…you can?

[passiveagressive-inc]

Yes. At least, I think I can. Different scenario, similar feelings.

[passive-inc]

..yeah. What do you think about it..

[passiveagressive-inc]

About what specifically?

[passive-inc]

Memory loss, I guess.

[passiveagressive-inc]

I think it's... unfortunate. That PasFrown can't remember anything. It had few people it was close too, and now it can't even recall who any of them were after being damn knows where for months. What happened was hard on you.

[passive-inc]

Yeah. I lost my memory once, I just… can’t imagine how difficult it must of been, even for the short time it happened.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Mm, yeah. I hope those you knew were at least understanding of what happened.

[passive-inc]

Yeah. They were wonderful. Now they’re gone, though. Sorta.

[passiveagressive-inc]

What do you—wait no, nevermind, I remember now.

...

Do you want to go back to the others, or do you want to keep talking here?

[passive-inc]

Might need a few moments, but I think I’m okay.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Okay. Let me know when you're ready.

[passive-inc]

…think I am.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Mhm. Let's go.

*it starts walking back to the living room*

[pass1ve-inc]

Oh! PA. Is everything alright- oh. Hi passive.

[passiveagressive-inc]

PasFrown has amnesia, apparently. Though it actually explains a lot.

*it looked down at PasFrown and hesitantly waved hello*

[pass1ve-inc]

They told me about it. I’m not sure what to do but like. I don’t know.

[passiveagressive-inc]

There likely isn't anything to do, if an engineer for Passive Frown Inc. couldn't fix and/or find their memory card.

[passive-inc]

…unless the card was fully replaced, wiping isn’t permanent. There’s often still data left behind and it can be recovered eventually.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Oh. Yeah, that's a possibility. But we can't know if the card was replaced or not. PM tends to avoid topics relating to stressful or traumatic events.

[passive-inc]

….hey PasFrown. Would you be fine with impromptu surgery?

[passivefrown-inc]

What??

I mean. I guess it's fine?

[passive-inc]

Okay! I have the data on repairs and stuff downloaded so it shouldn’t be too hard.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Yeah, it'll be pretty simple. Juni, can you get us a screwdriver?

[pass1ve-inc]

On it.

[passiveagressive-inc]

*while Juniper is getting the screwdriver, PA pulls a hair tie from its cloak and ties his hair up in a tight bun*

Alright, let's do this.

[passive-inc]

Should I turn you off while doing it or would it be better if you stayed conscious so you can tell me if anything is going bad?

[passivefrown-inc]

I'm alright with being turned off for this. An alert will probably go off if something's wrong, even if I'm not on.

[passive-inc]

Alright. Lay down?

[passivefrown-inc]

Mhm.

*they laid down on the floor*

[passive-inc]

*It switched them off and settled on its back before beginning to unscrew the plate covering the innards of its head*

[passiveagressive-inc]

*PA watched quietly until all of the screws were out, then gently picked up the plate so they could both see the inside of their head*

[passive-inc]

*It began carefully poking around, shifting wires out of the way until a small chip was visible. With steady fingers, they popped it out*

I don’t actually know what to do now

[passiveagressive-inc]

... Wait yeah we don't have the technology to scan the chip

[passive-inc]

Does it like. Look new?

Or we could pop it into my head and see. I don’t know?

[passiveagressive-inc]

*It took the chip from Passive's hand and examined it closely*

It's kind of impossible to tell how long a bot has had a memory chip, unfortunately.

And putting another bot's memories in one that isn't even from the same company is a recipe for disaster.

[passive-inc]

Darn it. Okay uhh. Maybe we could call a rep or something?

[passiveagressive-inc]

We could go to a repair shop with the chip. They'll have a scanner there. If we're lucky, it won't even be something we have to talk to any workers about.

[passive-inc]

Should we let PM know that PasFrown won’t be back for a bit incase it takes a while?

[passiveagressive-inc]

If she asks about it, then I say yes. But it's up to you otherwise.

[passive-inc]

Alright. Might just be quicker to go there.

[passiveagressive-inc]

To. PM's house?

[passive-inc]

No, sorry. The shop.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Oh. Yeah, it's quicker to just go there.

[passive-inc]

Alright. I can carry PasFrown.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Ok. Let's go, then. June, want to come with?

[pass1ve-inc]

Sure! Don’t see why not.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Alright! You both ready?

[passive-inc]

Yeah.

*they picked PasFrown up carefully, cradling their body close*

[passiveagressive-inc]

Good, let's go.

*He opens the door and holds it for the others*

[passive-inc]

Thank you.

*They exited the apartment*

[passiveagressive-inc]

No problem.

*It closed and locked the door after Juniper was out, then followed after them*

[passive-inc]

(wow wow wowee they r now at the shop in what probably was a reasonable amount of time)

…Can you talk? Not sure what to say right now.

[passiveagressive-inc]

(yay they're at the shop now and they can scan the chip hooray)

*PA examined the repair shop in silence for a couple seconds until Passive spoke*

Oh. Yes. Uh. Good news, I know this shop and they have a scanner we can use without employee help. Bad news, I know this shop and the worker here is really talkative.

[pass1ve-inc]

I can keep them busy if you want. That sounds threatening but just- you know what I mean

[passiveagressive-inc]

Sounds good. Ok, let's do this.

*It puts its hood up and opens the shop door. The employee looks in his direction and waves hello*

[pass1ve-inc]

*With an odd skip in xir step, Juniper went right to the desk*

Hello!! My friends over there are scanning one of their memory chips to find some personal details, hope that’s not a problem.

[passiveagressive-inc]

*PA watched Juniper for just a moment before making his way to the chip scanner. Meanwhile, the employee smiled brightly at Juniper*

"Yes, that's perfectly fine!"

[passive-inc]

*While they conversed, Passive awkwardly handed the chip off the PA.*

[passiveagressive-inc]

*PA took the chip and put it into the scanner*

[Scanning... 1% complete]

Oh, for... *it grumbled under its breath*

[passive-inc]

…joy.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Let's just hope it doesn't take long.

[passive-inc]

*it did in fact, take a while. But finally, the data was uploaded on the screen.*

[passiveagressive-inc]

*by now, the worker had noticed the two and obviously wanted to talk to them. their look made PA tense up, but he tried to ignore them best he could*

*once the data was pulled up, it let out a sigh of relief and skimmed the data for what they needed to know*

... And of course, it's a new chip.

[passive-inc]

I wish I could swear.

[passiveagressive-inc]

That's fair.

*PA put his head in his hands*

Damnit...

[passive-inc]

What now.

[passiveagressive-inc]

I mean. It's memories have to be somewhere. There's no way the chip is just... gone.

But for now, they'll still be the same as before.

[passive-inc]

Do you think that it remembers anything about whoever repaired them?

[passiveagressive-inc]

It's possible. I'm not sure how likely, though. We could try to ask them about it once they're back on.

[pass1ve-inc]

*Juniper rejoined them*

Didn’t work? Alright uhh. Maybe the turning off and on again will work.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Maybe. We should go back to the apartment and turn them back on.

[pass1ve-inc]

Yeah!

…Passive lemme know if you want me of PA to carry Frownie over there at any time, don’t strain yourself.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Yeah, one of us can always carry it.

[passive-inc]

…could you?

[passiveagressive-inc]

'Course.

*He grabs PasFrown with ease*

[passive-inc]

Thank you. I really shouldn’t have left my cane, why’d I do that…

[passiveagressive-inc]

No problem.

*PA retrieved the memory chip from the scanner*

[passive-inc]

Should we put it back just for safekeeping?

[passiveagressive-inc]

Well. Frownie kinda needs the chip, so we should put it back in them once we're home.

[passive-inc]

No I mean uh. Back in their head? But it can wait sorry.

[passiveagressive-inc]

No, it's ok. We can put it back now if you want.

[passive-inc]

I’d prefer that..

[passiveagressive-inc]

Mhm.

*it handed the chip to Passive*

I'll hold them still, you can put the chip in. Does that sound good?

[passive-inc]

Yeah.

[passiveagressive-inc]

*PA adjusts PasFrown in its arms a little so Passive can put the chip back in*

Okay, go for it.

[passive-inc]

*they carefully reinserted the chip before ensuring that the wires covered it once again*

Alright, thank you.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Happy to help. Want to go back to the apartment now?

[passive-inc]

*it nodded*

*they all went back ig yay:)*

[passiveagressive-inc]

*yay they're back home!! :]*

*Once they made it back into the house, PA set PasFrown down on the couch and started screwing its headplate back on*

[passive-inc]

*Once it was, they turned PasFrown back on.*

Hey.

[passivefrown-inc]

*It looked up at Passive with its working eye*

Oh, hi!

[passive-inc]

…everything working?

[passivefrown-inc]

I think so. Nothing feels wrong, at least.

[passive-inc]

Good.

…can I hug you.

[passivefrown-inc]

Of course!

*it sits up and pulls Passive into a hug*

[passive-inc]

*It collapsed into the embrace, going limp on contact.*

thanks..

[PT: thanks.. /end PT.]

[passivefrown-inc]

Just happy that you're happy.

*They adjusted their hold to better support Passive's weight, then rested their head on its shoulder.*

[pass1ve-inc]

Want me to like.., leave you two alone?

[passivefrown-inc]

Hm? Oh, if you want you can. I don't mind either way :]

[pass1ve-inc]

…yeah they look like they’re going to do… whatever the robot equivalent of falling asleep is. Wanna go into my room, PA?

[passiveagressive-inc]

Yeah, sure.

[pass1ve-inc]

Alright.

*They left*

[passive-inc]

*PA caught up with Passive and crossed his arms*

You can't drink water, you'll get fried. What's going on with you and PasFrown.

- @passiveagressive-inc

nothing it’s fine everything is fine.

[passiveagressive-inc]

I don't believe that. I can hear you whirring, you're anxious. Something happened.

[passive-inc]

…

…

I lied I’m sorry I’m so sorry. I’m Bad.

[passiveagressive-inc]

No. No you're not. It's fine. Just. Tell me what happened.

[passive-inc]

PasFrown doesn’t remember anything. I didn’t tell you this is my fault.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Amnesia, huh...

Anyway. It isn't your fault. I can imagine learning that would be... hard. For you.

[passive-inc]

No I mean, everything. What if I’m the reason they left? Maybe they don’t remember anything because of me.

This sounds so awful I’m awful but I hate how it remembers more about PM than me. I’m jealous that’s bad I’m horrible.

[passiveagressive-inc]

You're not—ok. Listen. Just about everyone gets jealous, some point in their existence. You're not bad for feeling emotions.

[passive-inc]

…I wish I didn’t. PM is nice she doesn’t deserve it.

[passiveagressive-inc]

It's fair that you feel like that. I can... relate, I guess.

[passive-inc]

…you can?

[passiveagressive-inc]

Yes. At least, I think I can. Different scenario, similar feelings.

[passive-inc]

..yeah. What do you think about it..

[passiveagressive-inc]

About what specifically?

[passive-inc]

Memory loss, I guess.

[passiveagressive-inc]

I think it's... unfortunate. That PasFrown can't remember anything. It had few people it was close too, and now it can't even recall who any of them were after being damn knows where for months. What happened was hard on you.

[passive-inc]

Yeah. I lost my memory once, I just… can’t imagine how difficult it must of been, even for the short time it happened.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Mm, yeah. I hope those you knew were at least understanding of what happened.

[passive-inc]

Yeah. They were wonderful. Now they’re gone, though. Sorta.

[passiveagressive-inc]

What do you—wait no, nevermind, I remember now.

...

Do you want to go back to the others, or do you want to keep talking here?

[passive-inc]

Might need a few moments, but I think I’m okay.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Okay. Let me know when you're ready.

[passive-inc]

…think I am.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Mhm. Let's go.

*it starts walking back to the living room*

[pass1ve-inc]

Oh! PA. Is everything alright- oh. Hi passive.

[passiveagressive-inc]

PasFrown has amnesia, apparently. Though it actually explains a lot.

*it looked down at PasFrown and hesitantly waved hello*

[pass1ve-inc]

They told me about it. I’m not sure what to do but like. I don’t know.

[passiveagressive-inc]

There likely isn't anything to do, if an engineer for Passive Frown Inc. couldn't fix and/or find their memory card.

[passive-inc]

…unless the card was fully replaced, wiping isn’t permanent. There’s often still data left behind and it can be recovered eventually.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Oh. Yeah, that's a possibility. But we can't know if the card was replaced or not. PM tends to avoid topics relating to stressful or traumatic events.

[passive-inc]

….hey PasFrown. Would you be fine with impromptu surgery?

[passivefrown-inc]

What??

I mean. I guess it's fine?

[passive-inc]

Okay! I have the data on repairs and stuff downloaded so it shouldn’t be too hard.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Yeah, it'll be pretty simple. Juni, can you get us a screwdriver?

[pass1ve-inc]

On it.

[passiveagressive-inc]

*while Juniper is getting the screwdriver, PA pulls a hair tie from its cloak and ties his hair up in a tight bun*

Alright, let's do this.

[passive-inc]

Should I turn you off while doing it or would it be better if you stayed conscious so you can tell me if anything is going bad?

[passivefrown-inc]

I'm alright with being turned off for this. An alert will probably go off if something's wrong, even if I'm not on.

[passive-inc]

Alright. Lay down?

[passivefrown-inc]

Mhm.

*they laid down on the floor*

[passive-inc]

*It switched them off and settled on its back before beginning to unscrew the plate covering the innards of its head*

[passiveagressive-inc]

*PA watched quietly until all of the screws were out, then gently picked up the plate so they could both see the inside of their head*

[passive-inc]

*It began carefully poking around, shifting wires out of the way until a small chip was visible. With steady fingers, they popped it out*

I don’t actually know what to do now

[passiveagressive-inc]

... Wait yeah we don't have the technology to scan the chip

[passive-inc]

Does it like. Look new?

Or we could pop it into my head and see. I don’t know?

[passiveagressive-inc]

*It took the chip from Passive's hand and examined it closely*

It's kind of impossible to tell how long a bot has had a memory chip, unfortunately.

And putting another bot's memories in one that isn't even from the same company is a recipe for disaster.

[passive-inc]

Darn it. Okay uhh. Maybe we could call a rep or something?

[passiveagressive-inc]

We could go to a repair shop with the chip. They'll have a scanner there. If we're lucky, it won't even be something we have to talk to any workers about.

[passive-inc]

Should we let PM know that PasFrown won’t be back for a bit incase it takes a while?

[passiveagressive-inc]

If she asks about it, then I say yes. But it's up to you otherwise.

[passive-inc]

Alright. Might just be quicker to go there.

[passiveagressive-inc]

To. PM's house?

[passive-inc]

No, sorry. The shop.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Oh. Yeah, it's quicker to just go there.

[passive-inc]

Alright. I can carry PasFrown.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Ok. Let's go, then. June, want to come with?

[pass1ve-inc]

Sure! Don’t see why not.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Alright! You both ready?

[passive-inc]

Yeah.

*they picked PasFrown up carefully, cradling their body close*

[passiveagressive-inc]

Good, let's go.

*He opens the door and holds it for the others*

[passive-inc]

Thank you.

*They exited the apartment*

[passiveagressive-inc]

No problem.

*It closed and locked the door after Juniper was out, then followed after them*

[passive-inc]

(wow wow wowee they r now at the shop in what probably was a reasonable amount of time)

…Can you talk? Not sure what to say right now.

[passiveagressive-inc]

(yay they're at the shop now and they can scan the chip hooray)

*PA examined the repair shop in silence for a couple seconds until Passive spoke*

Oh. Yes. Uh. Good news, I know this shop and they have a scanner we can use without employee help. Bad news, I know this shop and the worker here is really talkative.

[pass1ve-inc]

I can keep them busy if you want. That sounds threatening but just- you know what I mean

[passiveagressive-inc]

Sounds good. Ok, let's do this.

*It puts its hood up and opens the shop door. The employee looks in his direction and waves hello*

[pass1ve-inc]

*With an odd skip in xir step, Juniper went right to the desk*

Hello!! My friends over there are scanning one of their memory chips to find some personal details, hope that’s not a problem.

[passiveagressive-inc]

*PA watched Juniper for just a moment before making his way to the chip scanner. Meanwhile, the employee smiled brightly at Juniper*

"Yes, that's perfectly fine!"

[passive-inc]

*While they conversed, Passive awkwardly handed the chip off the PA.*

[passiveagressive-inc]

*PA took the chip and put it into the scanner*

[Scanning... 1% complete]

Oh, for... *it grumbled under its breath*

[passive-inc]

…joy.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Let's just hope it doesn't take long.

[passive-inc]

*it did in fact, take a while. But finally, the data was uploaded on the screen.*

[passiveagressive-inc]

*by now, the worker had noticed the two and obviously wanted to talk to them. their look made PA tense up, but he tried to ignore them best he could*

*once the data was pulled up, it let out a sigh of relief and skimmed the data for what they needed to know*

... And of course, it's a new chip.

[passive-inc]

I wish I could swear.

[passiveagressive-inc]

That's fair.

*PA put his head in his hands*

Damnit...

[passive-inc]

What now.

[passiveagressive-inc]

I mean. It's memories have to be somewhere. There's no way the chip is just... gone.

But for now, they'll still be the same as before.

[passive-inc]

Do you think that it remembers anything about whoever repaired them?

[passiveagressive-inc]

It's possible. I'm not sure how likely, though. We could try to ask them about it once they're back on.

[pass1ve-inc]

*Juniper rejoined them*

Didn’t work? Alright uhh. Maybe the turning off and on again will work.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Maybe. We should go back to the apartment and turn them back on.

[pass1ve-inc]

Yeah!

…Passive lemme know if you want me of PA to carry Frownie over there at any time, don’t strain yourself.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Yeah, one of us can always carry it.

[passive-inc]

…could you?

[passiveagressive-inc]

'Course.

*He grabs PasFrown with ease*

[passive-inc]

Thank you. I really shouldn’t have left my cane, why’d I do that…

[passiveagressive-inc]

No problem.

*PA retrieved the memory chip from the scanner*

[passive-inc]

Should we put it back just for safekeeping?

[passiveagressive-inc]

Well. Frownie kinda needs the chip, so we should put it back in them once we're home.

[passive-inc]

No I mean uh. Back in their head? But it can wait sorry.

[passiveagressive-inc]

No, it's ok. We can put it back now if you want.

[passive-inc]

I’d prefer that..

[passiveagressive-inc]

Mhm.

*it handed the chip to Passive*

I'll hold them still, you can put the chip in. Does that sound good?

[passive-inc]

Yeah.

[passiveagressive-inc]

*PA adjusts PasFrown in its arms a little so Passive can put the chip back in*

Okay, go for it.

[passive-inc]

*they carefully reinserted the chip before ensuring that the wires covered it once again*

Alright, thank you.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Happy to help. Want to go back to the apartment now?

[passive-inc]

*it nodded*

*they all went back ig yay:)*

[passiveagressive-inc]

*yay they're back home!! :]*

*Once they made it back into the house, PA set PasFrown down on the couch and started screwing its headplate back on*

[passive-inc]

*Once it was, they turned PasFrown back on.*

Hey.

[passivefrown-inc]

*It looked up at Passive with its working eye*

Oh, hi!

[passive-inc]

…everything working?

[passivefrown-inc]

I think so. Nothing feels wrong, at least.

[passive-inc]

Good.

…can I hug you.

[passivefrown-inc]

Of course!

*it sits up and pulls Passive into a hug*

[passive-inc]

*It collapsed into the embrace, going limp on contact.*

thanks..

[PT: thanks.. /end PT.]

[passivefrown-inc]

Just happy that you're happy.

*They adjusted their hold to better support Passive's weight, then rested their head on its shoulder.*

[pass1ve-inc]

Want me to like.., leave you two alone?

[passivefrown-inc]

Hm? Oh, if you want you can. I don't mind either way :]

[pass1ve-inc]

…yeah they look like they’re going to do… whatever the robot equivalent of falling asleep is. Wanna go into my room, PA?

[passive-inc]

*PA caught up with Passive and crossed his arms*

You can't drink water, you'll get fried. What's going on with you and PasFrown.

- @passiveagressive-inc

nothing it’s fine everything is fine.

[passiveagressive-inc]

I don't believe that. I can hear you whirring, you're anxious. Something happened.

[passive-inc]

…

…

I lied I’m sorry I’m so sorry. I’m Bad.

[passiveagressive-inc]

No. No you're not. It's fine. Just. Tell me what happened.

[passive-inc]

PasFrown doesn’t remember anything. I didn’t tell you this is my fault.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Amnesia, huh...

Anyway. It isn't your fault. I can imagine learning that would be... hard. For you.

[passive-inc]

No I mean, everything. What if I’m the reason they left? Maybe they don’t remember anything because of me.

This sounds so awful I’m awful but I hate how it remembers more about PM than me. I’m jealous that’s bad I’m horrible.

[passiveagressive-inc]

You're not—ok. Listen. Just about everyone gets jealous, some point in their existence. You're not bad for feeling emotions.

[passive-inc]

…I wish I didn’t. PM is nice she doesn’t deserve it.

[passiveagressive-inc]

It's fair that you feel like that. I can... relate, I guess.

[passive-inc]

…you can?

[passiveagressive-inc]

Yes. At least, I think I can. Different scenario, similar feelings.

[passive-inc]

..yeah. What do you think about it..

[passiveagressive-inc]

About what specifically?

[passive-inc]

Memory loss, I guess.

[passiveagressive-inc]

I think it's... unfortunate. That PasFrown can't remember anything. It had few people it was close too, and now it can't even recall who any of them were after being damn knows where for months. What happened was hard on you.

[passive-inc]

Yeah. I lost my memory once, I just… can’t imagine how difficult it must of been, even for the short time it happened.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Mm, yeah. I hope those you knew were at least understanding of what happened.

[passive-inc]

Yeah. They were wonderful. Now they’re gone, though. Sorta.

[passiveagressive-inc]

What do you—wait no, nevermind, I remember now.

...

Do you want to go back to the others, or do you want to keep talking here?

[passive-inc]

Might need a few moments, but I think I’m okay.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Okay. Let me know when you're ready.

[passive-inc]

…think I am.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Mhm. Let's go.

*it starts walking back to the living room*

[pass1ve-inc]

Oh! PA. Is everything alright- oh. Hi passive.

[passiveagressive-inc]

PasFrown has amnesia, apparently. Though it actually explains a lot.

*it looked down at PasFrown and hesitantly waved hello*

[pass1ve-inc]

They told me about it. I’m not sure what to do but like. I don’t know.

[passiveagressive-inc]

There likely isn't anything to do, if an engineer for Passive Frown Inc. couldn't fix and/or find their memory card.

[passive-inc]

…unless the card was fully replaced, wiping isn’t permanent. There’s often still data left behind and it can be recovered eventually.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Oh. Yeah, that's a possibility. But we can't know if the card was replaced or not. PM tends to avoid topics relating to stressful or traumatic events.

[passive-inc]

….hey PasFrown. Would you be fine with impromptu surgery?

[passivefrown-inc]

What??

I mean. I guess it's fine?

[passive-inc]

Okay! I have the data on repairs and stuff downloaded so it shouldn’t be too hard.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Yeah, it'll be pretty simple. Juni, can you get us a screwdriver?

[pass1ve-inc]

On it.

[passiveagressive-inc]

*while Juniper is getting the screwdriver, PA pulls a hair tie from its cloak and ties his hair up in a tight bun*

Alright, let's do this.

[passive-inc]

Should I turn you off while doing it or would it be better if you stayed conscious so you can tell me if anything is going bad?

[passivefrown-inc]

I'm alright with being turned off for this. An alert will probably go off if something's wrong, even if I'm not on.

[passive-inc]

Alright. Lay down?

[passivefrown-inc]

Mhm.

*they laid down on the floor*

[passive-inc]

*It switched them off and settled on its back before beginning to unscrew the plate covering the innards of its head*

[passiveagressive-inc]

*PA watched quietly until all of the screws were out, then gently picked up the plate so they could both see the inside of their head*

[passive-inc]

*It began carefully poking around, shifting wires out of the way until a small chip was visible. With steady fingers, they popped it out*

I don’t actually know what to do now

[passiveagressive-inc]

... Wait yeah we don't have the technology to scan the chip

[passive-inc]

Does it like. Look new?

Or we could pop it into my head and see. I don’t know?

[passiveagressive-inc]

*It took the chip from Passive's hand and examined it closely*

It's kind of impossible to tell how long a bot has had a memory chip, unfortunately.

And putting another bot's memories in one that isn't even from the same company is a recipe for disaster.

[passive-inc]

Darn it. Okay uhh. Maybe we could call a rep or something?

[passiveagressive-inc]

We could go to a repair shop with the chip. They'll have a scanner there. If we're lucky, it won't even be something we have to talk to any workers about.

[passive-inc]

Should we let PM know that PasFrown won’t be back for a bit incase it takes a while?

[passiveagressive-inc]

If she asks about it, then I say yes. But it's up to you otherwise.

[passive-inc]

Alright. Might just be quicker to go there.

[passiveagressive-inc]

To. PM's house?

[passive-inc]

No, sorry. The shop.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Oh. Yeah, it's quicker to just go there.

[passive-inc]

Alright. I can carry PasFrown.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Ok. Let's go, then. June, want to come with?

[pass1ve-inc]

Sure! Don’t see why not.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Alright! You both ready?

[passive-inc]

Yeah.

*they picked PasFrown up carefully, cradling their body close*

[passiveagressive-inc]

Good, let's go.

*He opens the door and holds it for the others*

[passive-inc]

Thank you.

*They exited the apartment*

[passiveagressive-inc]

No problem.

*It closed and locked the door after Juniper was out, then followed after them*

[passive-inc]

(wow wow wowee they r now at the shop in what probably was a reasonable amount of time)

…Can you talk? Not sure what to say right now.

[passiveagressive-inc]

(yay they're at the shop now and they can scan the chip hooray)

*PA examined the repair shop in silence for a couple seconds until Passive spoke*

Oh. Yes. Uh. Good news, I know this shop and they have a scanner we can use without employee help. Bad news, I know this shop and the worker here is really talkative.

[pass1ve-inc]

I can keep them busy if you want. That sounds threatening but just- you know what I mean

[passiveagressive-inc]

Sounds good. Ok, let's do this.

*It puts its hood up and opens the shop door. The employee looks in his direction and waves hello*

[pass1ve-inc]

*With an odd skip in xir step, Juniper went right to the desk*

Hello!! My friends over there are scanning one of their memory chips to find some personal details, hope that’s not a problem.

[passiveagressive-inc]

*PA watched Juniper for just a moment before making his way to the chip scanner. Meanwhile, the employee smiled brightly at Juniper*

"Yes, that's perfectly fine!"

[passive-inc]

*While they conversed, Passive awkwardly handed the chip off the PA.*

[passiveagressive-inc]

*PA took the chip and put it into the scanner*

[Scanning... 1% complete]

Oh, for... *it grumbled under its breath*

[passive-inc]

…joy.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Let's just hope it doesn't take long.

[passive-inc]

*it did in fact, take a while. But finally, the data was uploaded on the screen.*

[passiveagressive-inc]

*by now, the worker had noticed the two and obviously wanted to talk to them. their look made PA tense up, but he tried to ignore them best he could*

*once the data was pulled up, it let out a sigh of relief and skimmed the data for what they needed to know*

... And of course, it's a new chip.

[passive-inc]

I wish I could swear.

[passiveagressive-inc]

That's fair.

*PA put his head in his hands*

Damnit...

[passive-inc]

What now.

[passiveagressive-inc]

I mean. It's memories have to be somewhere. There's no way the chip is just... gone.

But for now, they'll still be the same as before.

[passive-inc]

Do you think that it remembers anything about whoever repaired them?

[passiveagressive-inc]

It's possible. I'm not sure how likely, though. We could try to ask them about it once they're back on.

[pass1ve-inc]

*Juniper rejoined them*

Didn’t work? Alright uhh. Maybe the turning off and on again will work.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Maybe. We should go back to the apartment and turn them back on.

[pass1ve-inc]

Yeah!

…Passive lemme know if you want me of PA to carry Frownie over there at any time, don’t strain yourself.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Yeah, one of us can always carry it.

[passive-inc]

…could you?

[passiveagressive-inc]

'Course.

*He grabs PasFrown with ease*

[passive-inc]

Thank you. I really shouldn’t have left my cane, why’d I do that…

[passiveagressive-inc]

No problem.

*PA retrieved the memory chip from the scanner*

[passive-inc]

Should we put it back just for safekeeping?

[passiveagressive-inc]

Well. Frownie kinda needs the chip, so we should put it back in them once we're home.

[passive-inc]

No I mean uh. Back in their head? But it can wait sorry.

[passiveagressive-inc]

No, it's ok. We can put it back now if you want.

[passive-inc]

I’d prefer that..

[passiveagressive-inc]

Mhm.

*it handed the chip to Passive*

I'll hold them still, you can put the chip in. Does that sound good?

[passive-inc]

Yeah.

[passiveagressive-inc]

*PA adjusts PasFrown in its arms a little so Passive can put the chip back in*

Okay, go for it.

[passive-inc]

*they carefully reinserted the chip before ensuring that the wires covered it once again*

Alright, thank you.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Happy to help. Want to go back to the apartment now?

[passive-inc]

*it nodded*

*they all went back ig yay:)*

[passiveagressive-inc]

*yay they're back home!! :]*

*Once they made it back into the house, PA set PasFrown down on the couch and started screwing its headplate back on*

[passive-inc]

*Once it was, they turned PasFrown back on.*

Hey.

[passivefrown-inc]

*It looked up at Passive with its working eye*

Oh, hi!

[passive-inc]

…everything working?

[passivefrown-inc]

I think so. Nothing feels wrong, at least.

[passive-inc]

Good.

…can I hug you.

[passivefrown-inc]

Of course!

*it sits up and pulls Passive into a hug*

[passive-inc]

*It collapsed into the embrace, going limp on contact.*

thanks..

[PT: thanks.. /end PT.]

[passivefrown-inc]

Just happy that you're happy.

*They adjusted their hold to better support Passive's weight, then rested their head on its shoulder.*

[pass1ve-inc]

Want me to like.., leave you two alone?

[passive-inc]

*PA caught up with Passive and crossed his arms*

You can't drink water, you'll get fried. What's going on with you and PasFrown.

- @passiveagressive-inc

nothing it’s fine everything is fine.

[passiveagressive-inc]

I don't believe that. I can hear you whirring, you're anxious. Something happened.

[passive-inc]

…

…

I lied I’m sorry I’m so sorry. I’m Bad.

[passiveagressive-inc]

No. No you're not. It's fine. Just. Tell me what happened.

[passive-inc]

PasFrown doesn’t remember anything. I didn’t tell you this is my fault.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Amnesia, huh...

Anyway. It isn't your fault. I can imagine learning that would be... hard. For you.

[passive-inc]

No I mean, everything. What if I’m the reason they left? Maybe they don’t remember anything because of me.

This sounds so awful I’m awful but I hate how it remembers more about PM than me. I’m jealous that’s bad I’m horrible.

[passiveagressive-inc]

You're not—ok. Listen. Just about everyone gets jealous, some point in their existence. You're not bad for feeling emotions.

[passive-inc]

…I wish I didn’t. PM is nice she doesn’t deserve it.

[passiveagressive-inc]

It's fair that you feel like that. I can... relate, I guess.

[passive-inc]

…you can?

[passiveagressive-inc]

Yes. At least, I think I can. Different scenario, similar feelings.

[passive-inc]

..yeah. What do you think about it..

[passiveagressive-inc]

About what specifically?

[passive-inc]

Memory loss, I guess.

[passiveagressive-inc]

I think it's... unfortunate. That PasFrown can't remember anything. It had few people it was close too, and now it can't even recall who any of them were after being damn knows where for months. What happened was hard on you.

[passive-inc]

Yeah. I lost my memory once, I just… can’t imagine how difficult it must of been, even for the short time it happened.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Mm, yeah. I hope those you knew were at least understanding of what happened.

[passive-inc]

Yeah. They were wonderful. Now they’re gone, though. Sorta.

[passiveagressive-inc]

What do you—wait no, nevermind, I remember now.

...

Do you want to go back to the others, or do you want to keep talking here?

[passive-inc]

Might need a few moments, but I think I’m okay.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Okay. Let me know when you're ready.

[passive-inc]

…think I am.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Mhm. Let's go.

*it starts walking back to the living room*

[pass1ve-inc]

Oh! PA. Is everything alright- oh. Hi passive.

[passiveagressive-inc]

PasFrown has amnesia, apparently. Though it actually explains a lot.

*it looked down at PasFrown and hesitantly waved hello*

[pass1ve-inc]

They told me about it. I’m not sure what to do but like. I don’t know.

[passiveagressive-inc]

There likely isn't anything to do, if an engineer for Passive Frown Inc. couldn't fix and/or find their memory card.

[passive-inc]

…unless the card was fully replaced, wiping isn’t permanent. There’s often still data left behind and it can be recovered eventually.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Oh. Yeah, that's a possibility. But we can't know if the card was replaced or not. PM tends to avoid topics relating to stressful or traumatic events.

[passive-inc]

….hey PasFrown. Would you be fine with impromptu surgery?

[passivefrown-inc]

What??

I mean. I guess it's fine?

[passive-inc]

Okay! I have the data on repairs and stuff downloaded so it shouldn’t be too hard.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Yeah, it'll be pretty simple. Juni, can you get us a screwdriver?

[pass1ve-inc]

On it.

[passiveagressive-inc]

*while Juniper is getting the screwdriver, PA pulls a hair tie from its cloak and ties his hair up in a tight bun*

Alright, let's do this.

[passive-inc]

Should I turn you off while doing it or would it be better if you stayed conscious so you can tell me if anything is going bad?

[passivefrown-inc]

I'm alright with being turned off for this. An alert will probably go off if something's wrong, even if I'm not on.

[passive-inc]

Alright. Lay down?

[passivefrown-inc]

Mhm.

*they laid down on the floor*

[passive-inc]

*It switched them off and settled on its back before beginning to unscrew the plate covering the innards of its head*

[passiveagressive-inc]

*PA watched quietly until all of the screws were out, then gently picked up the plate so they could both see the inside of their head*

[passive-inc]

*It began carefully poking around, shifting wires out of the way until a small chip was visible. With steady fingers, they popped it out*

I don’t actually know what to do now

[passiveagressive-inc]

... Wait yeah we don't have the technology to scan the chip

[passive-inc]

Does it like. Look new?

Or we could pop it into my head and see. I don’t know?

[passiveagressive-inc]

*It took the chip from Passive's hand and examined it closely*

It's kind of impossible to tell how long a bot has had a memory chip, unfortunately.

And putting another bot's memories in one that isn't even from the same company is a recipe for disaster.

[passive-inc]

Darn it. Okay uhh. Maybe we could call a rep or something?

[passiveagressive-inc]

We could go to a repair shop with the chip. They'll have a scanner there. If we're lucky, it won't even be something we have to talk to any workers about.

[passive-inc]

Should we let PM know that PasFrown won’t be back for a bit incase it takes a while?

[passiveagressive-inc]

If she asks about it, then I say yes. But it's up to you otherwise.

[passive-inc]

Alright. Might just be quicker to go there.

[passiveagressive-inc]

To. PM's house?

[passive-inc]

No, sorry. The shop.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Oh. Yeah, it's quicker to just go there.

[passive-inc]

Alright. I can carry PasFrown.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Ok. Let's go, then. June, want to come with?

[pass1ve-inc]

Sure! Don’t see why not.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Alright! You both ready?

[passive-inc]

Yeah.

*they picked PasFrown up carefully, cradling their body close*

[passiveagressive-inc]

Good, let's go.

*He opens the door and holds it for the others*

[passive-inc]

Thank you.

*They exited the apartment*

[passiveagressive-inc]

No problem.

*It closed and locked the door after Juniper was out, then followed after them*

[passive-inc]

(wow wow wowee they r now at the shop in what probably was a reasonable amount of time)

…Can you talk? Not sure what to say right now.

[passiveagressive-inc]

(yay they're at the shop now and they can scan the chip hooray)

*PA examined the repair shop in silence for a couple seconds until Passive spoke*

Oh. Yes. Uh. Good news, I know this shop and they have a scanner we can use without employee help. Bad news, I know this shop and the worker here is really talkative.

[pass1ve-inc]

I can keep them busy if you want. That sounds threatening but just- you know what I mean

[passiveagressive-inc]

Sounds good. Ok, let's do this.

*It puts its hood up and opens the shop door. The employee looks in his direction and waves hello*

[pass1ve-inc]

*With an odd skip in xir step, Juniper went right to the desk*

Hello!! My friends over there are scanning one of their memory chips to find some personal details, hope that’s not a problem.

[passiveagressive-inc]

*PA watched Juniper for just a moment before making his way to the chip scanner. Meanwhile, the employee smiled brightly at Juniper*

"Yes, that's perfectly fine!"

[passive-inc]

*While they conversed, Passive awkwardly handed the chip off the PA.*

[passiveagressive-inc]

*PA took the chip and put it into the scanner*

[Scanning... 1% complete]

Oh, for... *it grumbled under its breath*

[passive-inc]

…joy.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Let's just hope it doesn't take long.

[passive-inc]

*it did in fact, take a while. But finally, the data was uploaded on the screen.*

[passiveagressive-inc]

*by now, the worker had noticed the two and obviously wanted to talk to them. their look made PA tense up, but he tried to ignore them best he could*

*once the data was pulled up, it let out a sigh of relief and skimmed the data for what they needed to know*

... And of course, it's a new chip.

[passive-inc]

I wish I could swear.

[passiveagressive-inc]

That's fair.

*PA put his head in his hands*

Damnit...

[passive-inc]

What now.

[passiveagressive-inc]

I mean. It's memories have to be somewhere. There's no way the chip is just... gone.

But for now, they'll still be the same as before.

[passive-inc]

Do you think that it remembers anything about whoever repaired them?

[passiveagressive-inc]

It's possible. I'm not sure how likely, though. We could try to ask them about it once they're back on.

[pass1ve-inc]

*Juniper rejoined them*

Didn’t work? Alright uhh. Maybe the turning off and on again will work.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Maybe. We should go back to the apartment and turn them back on.

[pass1ve-inc]

Yeah!

…Passive lemme know if you want me of PA to carry Frownie over there at any time, don’t strain yourself.

[passive-inc]

*PA caught up with Passive and crossed his arms*

You can't drink water, you'll get fried. What's going on with you and PasFrown.

- @passiveagressive-inc

nothing it’s fine everything is fine.

[passiveagressive-inc]

I don't believe that. I can hear you whirring, you're anxious. Something happened.

[passive-inc]

…

…

I lied I’m sorry I’m so sorry. I’m Bad.

[passiveagressive-inc]

No. No you're not. It's fine. Just. Tell me what happened.

[passive-inc]

PasFrown doesn’t remember anything. I didn’t tell you this is my fault.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Amnesia, huh...

Anyway. It isn't your fault. I can imagine learning that would be... hard. For you.

[passive-inc]

No I mean, everything. What if I’m the reason they left? Maybe they don’t remember anything because of me.

This sounds so awful I’m awful but I hate how it remembers more about PM than me. I’m jealous that’s bad I’m horrible.

[passiveagressive-inc]

You're not—ok. Listen. Just about everyone gets jealous, some point in their existence. You're not bad for feeling emotions.

[passive-inc]

…I wish I didn’t. PM is nice she doesn’t deserve it.

[passiveagressive-inc]

It's fair that you feel like that. I can... relate, I guess.

[passive-inc]

…you can?

[passiveagressive-inc]

Yes. At least, I think I can. Different scenario, similar feelings.

[passive-inc]

..yeah. What do you think about it..

[passiveagressive-inc]

About what specifically?

[passive-inc]

Memory loss, I guess.

[passiveagressive-inc]

I think it's... unfortunate. That PasFrown can't remember anything. It had few people it was close too, and now it can't even recall who any of them were after being damn knows where for months. What happened was hard on you.

[passive-inc]

Yeah. I lost my memory once, I just… can’t imagine how difficult it must of been, even for the short time it happened.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Mm, yeah. I hope those you knew were at least understanding of what happened.

[passive-inc]

Yeah. They were wonderful. Now they’re gone, though. Sorta.

[passiveagressive-inc]

What do you—wait no, nevermind, I remember now.

...

Do you want to go back to the others, or do you want to keep talking here?

[passive-inc]

Might need a few moments, but I think I’m okay.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Okay. Let me know when you're ready.

[passive-inc]

…think I am.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Mhm. Let's go.

*it starts walking back to the living room*

[pass1ve-inc]

Oh! PA. Is everything alright- oh. Hi passive.

[passiveagressive-inc]

PasFrown has amnesia, apparently. Though it actually explains a lot.

*it looked down at PasFrown and hesitantly waved hello*

[pass1ve-inc]

They told me about it. I’m not sure what to do but like. I don’t know.

[passiveagressive-inc]

There likely isn't anything to do, if an engineer for Passive Frown Inc. couldn't fix and/or find their memory card.

[passive-inc]

…unless the card was fully replaced, wiping isn’t permanent. There’s often still data left behind and it can be recovered eventually.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Oh. Yeah, that's a possibility. But we can't know if the card was replaced or not. PM tends to avoid topics relating to stressful or traumatic events.

[passive-inc]

….hey PasFrown. Would you be fine with impromptu surgery?

[passivefrown-inc]

What??

I mean. I guess it's fine?

[passive-inc]

Okay! I have the data on repairs and stuff downloaded so it shouldn’t be too hard.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Yeah, it'll be pretty simple. Juni, can you get us a screwdriver?

[pass1ve-inc]

On it.

[passiveagressive-inc]

*while Juniper is getting the screwdriver, PA pulls a hair tie from its cloak and ties his hair up in a tight bun*

Alright, let's do this.

[passive-inc]

Should I turn you off while doing it or would it be better if you stayed conscious so you can tell me if anything is going bad?

[passivefrown-inc]

I'm alright with being turned off for this. An alert will probably go off if something's wrong, even if I'm not on.

[passive-inc]

Alright. Lay down?

[passivefrown-inc]

Mhm.

*they laid down on the floor*

[passive-inc]

*It switched them off and settled on its back before beginning to unscrew the plate covering the innards of its head*

[passiveagressive-inc]

*PA watched quietly until all of the screws were out, then gently picked up the plate so they could both see the inside of their head*

[passive-inc]

*It began carefully poking around, shifting wires out of the way until a small chip was visible. With steady fingers, they popped it out*

I don’t actually know what to do now

[passiveagressive-inc]

... Wait yeah we don't have the technology to scan the chip

[passive-inc]

Does it like. Look new?

Or we could pop it into my head and see. I don’t know?

[passiveagressive-inc]

*It took the chip from Passive's hand and examined it closely*

It's kind of impossible to tell how long a bot has had a memory chip, unfortunately.

And putting another bot's memories in one that isn't even from the same company is a recipe for disaster.

[passive-inc]

Darn it. Okay uhh. Maybe we could call a rep or something?

[passiveagressive-inc]

We could go to a repair shop with the chip. They'll have a scanner there. If we're lucky, it won't even be something we have to talk to any workers about.

[passive-inc]

Should we let PM know that PasFrown won’t be back for a bit incase it takes a while?

[passiveagressive-inc]

If she asks about it, then I say yes. But it's up to you otherwise.

[passive-inc]

Alright. Might just be quicker to go there.

[passiveagressive-inc]

To. PM's house?

[passive-inc]

No, sorry. The shop.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Oh. Yeah, it's quicker to just go there.

[passive-inc]

Alright. I can carry PasFrown.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Ok. Let's go, then. June, want to come with?

[pass1ve-inc]

Sure! Don’t see why not.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Alright! You both ready?

[passive-inc]

Yeah.

*they picked PasFrown up carefully, cradling their body close*

[passiveagressive-inc]

Good, let's go.

*He opens the door and holds it for the others*

[passive-inc]

Thank you.

*They exited the apartment*

[passiveagressive-inc]

No problem.

*It closed and locked the door after Juniper was out, then followed after them*

[passive-inc]

(wow wow wowee they r now at the shop in what probably was a reasonable amount of time)

…Can you talk? Not sure what to say right now.

[passiveagressive-inc]

(yay they're at the shop now and they can scan the chip hooray)

*PA examined the repair shop in silence for a couple seconds until Passive spoke*

Oh. Yes. Uh. Good news, I know this shop and they have a scanner we can use without employee help. Bad news, I know this shop and the worker here is really talkative.

[pass1ve-inc]

I can keep them busy if you want. That sounds threatening but just- you know what I mean

[passiveagressive-inc]

Sounds good. Ok, let's do this.

*It puts its hood up and opens the shop door. The employee looks in his direction and waves hello*

[pass1ve-inc]

*With an odd skip in xir step, Juniper went right to the desk*

Hello!! My friends over there are scanning one of their memory chips to find some personal details, hope that’s not a problem.

[passiveagressive-inc]

*PA watched Juniper for just a moment before making his way to the chip scanner. Meanwhile, the employee smiled brightly at Juniper*

"Yes, that's perfectly fine!"

[passive-inc]

*While they conversed, Passive awkwardly handed the chip off the PA.*

[passiveagressive-inc]

*PA took the chip and put it into the scanner*

[Scanning... 1% complete]

Oh, for... *it grumbled under its breath*

[passive-inc]

…joy.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Let's just hope it doesn't take long.

[passive-inc]

*it did in fact, take a while. But finally, the data was uploaded on the screen.*

[passiveagressive-inc]

*by now, the worker had noticed the two and obviously wanted to talk to them. their look made PA tense up, but he tried to ignore them best he could*

*once the data was pulled up, it let out a sigh of relief and skimmed the data for what they needed to know*

... And of course, it's a new chip.

[passive-inc]

I wish I could swear.

[passiveagressive-inc]

That's fair.

*PA put his head in his hands*

Damnit...

[passive-inc]

What now.

[passiveagressive-inc]

I mean. It's memories have to be somewhere. There's no way the chip is just... gone.

But for now, they'll still be the same as before.

[passive-inc]

Do you think that it remembers anything about whoever repaired them?

[passiveagressive-inc]

It's possible. I'm not sure how likely, though. We could try to ask them about it once they're back on.

[pass1ve-inc]

*Juniper rejoined them*

Didn’t work? Alright uhh. Maybe the turning off and on again will work.

[passive-inc]

*PA caught up with Passive and crossed his arms*

You can't drink water, you'll get fried. What's going on with you and PasFrown.

- @passiveagressive-inc

nothing it’s fine everything is fine.

[passiveagressive-inc]

I don't believe that. I can hear you whirring, you're anxious. Something happened.

[passive-inc]

…

…

I lied I’m sorry I’m so sorry. I’m Bad.

[passiveagressive-inc]

No. No you're not. It's fine. Just. Tell me what happened.

[passive-inc]

PasFrown doesn’t remember anything. I didn’t tell you this is my fault.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Amnesia, huh...

Anyway. It isn't your fault. I can imagine learning that would be... hard. For you.

[passive-inc]

No I mean, everything. What if I’m the reason they left? Maybe they don’t remember anything because of me.

This sounds so awful I’m awful but I hate how it remembers more about PM than me. I’m jealous that’s bad I’m horrible.

[passiveagressive-inc]

You're not—ok. Listen. Just about everyone gets jealous, some point in their existence. You're not bad for feeling emotions.

[passive-inc]

…I wish I didn’t. PM is nice she doesn’t deserve it.

[passiveagressive-inc]

It's fair that you feel like that. I can... relate, I guess.

[passive-inc]

…you can?

[passiveagressive-inc]

Yes. At least, I think I can. Different scenario, similar feelings.

[passive-inc]

..yeah. What do you think about it..

[passiveagressive-inc]

About what specifically?

[passive-inc]

Memory loss, I guess.

[passiveagressive-inc]

I think it's... unfortunate. That PasFrown can't remember anything. It had few people it was close too, and now it can't even recall who any of them were after being damn knows where for months. What happened was hard on you.

[passive-inc]

Yeah. I lost my memory once, I just… can’t imagine how difficult it must of been, even for the short time it happened.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Mm, yeah. I hope those you knew were at least understanding of what happened.

[passive-inc]

Yeah. They were wonderful. Now they’re gone, though. Sorta.

[passiveagressive-inc]

What do you—wait no, nevermind, I remember now.

...

Do you want to go back to the others, or do you want to keep talking here?

[passive-inc]

Might need a few moments, but I think I’m okay.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Okay. Let me know when you're ready.

[passive-inc]

…think I am.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Mhm. Let's go.

*it starts walking back to the living room*

[pass1ve-inc]

Oh! PA. Is everything alright- oh. Hi passive.

[passiveagressive-inc]

PasFrown has amnesia, apparently. Though it actually explains a lot.

*it looked down at PasFrown and hesitantly waved hello*

[pass1ve-inc]

They told me about it. I’m not sure what to do but like. I don’t know.

[passiveagressive-inc]

There likely isn't anything to do, if an engineer for Passive Frown Inc. couldn't fix and/or find their memory card.

[passive-inc]

…unless the card was fully replaced, wiping isn’t permanent. There’s often still data left behind and it can be recovered eventually.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Oh. Yeah, that's a possibility. But we can't know if the card was replaced or not. PM tends to avoid topics relating to stressful or traumatic events.

[passive-inc]

….hey PasFrown. Would you be fine with impromptu surgery?

[passivefrown-inc]

What??

I mean. I guess it's fine?

[passive-inc]

Okay! I have the data on repairs and stuff downloaded so it shouldn’t be too hard.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Yeah, it'll be pretty simple. Juni, can you get us a screwdriver?

[pass1ve-inc]

On it.

[passiveagressive-inc]

*while Juniper is getting the screwdriver, PA pulls a hair tie from its cloak and ties his hair up in a tight bun*

Alright, let's do this.

[passive-inc]

Should I turn you off while doing it or would it be better if you stayed conscious so you can tell me if anything is going bad?

[passivefrown-inc]

I'm alright with being turned off for this. An alert will probably go off if something's wrong, even if I'm not on.

[passive-inc]

Alright. Lay down?

[passivefrown-inc]

Mhm.

*they laid down on the floor*

[passive-inc]

*It switched them off and settled on its back before beginning to unscrew the plate covering the innards of its head*

[passiveagressive-inc]

*PA watched quietly until all of the screws were out, then gently picked up the plate so they could both see the inside of their head*

[passive-inc]

*It began carefully poking around, shifting wires out of the way until a small chip was visible. With steady fingers, they popped it out*

I don’t actually know what to do now

[passiveagressive-inc]

... Wait yeah we don't have the technology to scan the chip

[passive-inc]

Does it like. Look new?

Or we could pop it into my head and see. I don’t know?

[passiveagressive-inc]

*It took the chip from Passive's hand and examined it closely*

It's kind of impossible to tell how long a bot has had a memory chip, unfortunately.

And putting another bot's memories in one that isn't even from the same company is a recipe for disaster.

[passive-inc]

Darn it. Okay uhh. Maybe we could call a rep or something?

[passiveagressive-inc]

We could go to a repair shop with the chip. They'll have a scanner there. If we're lucky, it won't even be something we have to talk to any workers about.

[passive-inc]

Should we let PM know that PasFrown won’t be back for a bit incase it takes a while?

[passiveagressive-inc]

If she asks about it, then I say yes. But it's up to you otherwise.

[passive-inc]

Alright. Might just be quicker to go there.

[passiveagressive-inc]

To. PM's house?

[passive-inc]

No, sorry. The shop.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Oh. Yeah, it's quicker to just go there.

[passive-inc]

Alright. I can carry PasFrown.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Ok. Let's go, then. June, want to come with?

[pass1ve-inc]

Sure! Don’t see why not.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Alright! You both ready?

[passive-inc]

Yeah.

*they picked PasFrown up carefully, cradling their body close*

[passiveagressive-inc]

Good, let's go.

*He opens the door and holds it for the others*

[passive-inc]

Thank you.

*They exited the apartment*

[passiveagressive-inc]

No problem.

*It closed and locked the door after Juniper was out, then followed after them*

[passive-inc]

(wow wow wowee they r now at the shop in what probably was a reasonable amount of time)

…Can you talk? Not sure what to say right now.

[passiveagressive-inc]

(yay they're at the shop now and they can scan the chip hooray)

*PA examined the repair shop in silence for a couple seconds until Passive spoke*

Oh. Yes. Uh. Good news, I know this shop and they have a scanner we can use without employee help. Bad news, I know this shop and the worker here is really talkative.

[pass1ve-inc]

I can keep them busy if you want. That sounds threatening but just- you know what I mean

[passiveagressive-inc]

Sounds good. Ok, let's do this.

*It puts its hood up and opens the shop door. The employee looks in his direction and waves hello*

[pass1ve-inc]

*With an odd skip in xir step, Juniper went right to the desk*

Hello!! My friends over there are scanning one of their memory chips to find some personal details, hope that’s not a problem.

[passive-inc]

*PA caught up with Passive and crossed his arms*

You can't drink water, you'll get fried. What's going on with you and PasFrown.

- @passiveagressive-inc

nothing it’s fine everything is fine.

[passiveagressive-inc]

I don't believe that. I can hear you whirring, you're anxious. Something happened.

[passive-inc]

…

…

I lied I’m sorry I’m so sorry. I’m Bad.

[passiveagressive-inc]

No. No you're not. It's fine. Just. Tell me what happened.

[passive-inc]

PasFrown doesn’t remember anything. I didn’t tell you this is my fault.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Amnesia, huh...

Anyway. It isn't your fault. I can imagine learning that would be... hard. For you.

[passive-inc]

No I mean, everything. What if I’m the reason they left? Maybe they don’t remember anything because of me.

This sounds so awful I’m awful but I hate how it remembers more about PM than me. I’m jealous that’s bad I’m horrible.

[passiveagressive-inc]

You're not—ok. Listen. Just about everyone gets jealous, some point in their existence. You're not bad for feeling emotions.

[passive-inc]

…I wish I didn’t. PM is nice she doesn’t deserve it.

[passiveagressive-inc]

It's fair that you feel like that. I can... relate, I guess.

[passive-inc]

…you can?

[passiveagressive-inc]

Yes. At least, I think I can. Different scenario, similar feelings.

[passive-inc]

..yeah. What do you think about it..

[passiveagressive-inc]

About what specifically?

[passive-inc]

Memory loss, I guess.

[passiveagressive-inc]

I think it's... unfortunate. That PasFrown can't remember anything. It had few people it was close too, and now it can't even recall who any of them were after being damn knows where for months. What happened was hard on you.

[passive-inc]

Yeah. I lost my memory once, I just… can’t imagine how difficult it must of been, even for the short time it happened.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Mm, yeah. I hope those you knew were at least understanding of what happened.

[passive-inc]

Yeah. They were wonderful. Now they’re gone, though. Sorta.

[passiveagressive-inc]

What do you—wait no, nevermind, I remember now.

...

Do you want to go back to the others, or do you want to keep talking here?

[passive-inc]

Might need a few moments, but I think I’m okay.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Okay. Let me know when you're ready.

[passive-inc]

…think I am.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Mhm. Let's go.

*it starts walking back to the living room*

[pass1ve-inc]

Oh! PA. Is everything alright- oh. Hi passive.

[passiveagressive-inc]

PasFrown has amnesia, apparently. Though it actually explains a lot.

*it looked down at PasFrown and hesitantly waved hello*

[pass1ve-inc]

They told me about it. I’m not sure what to do but like. I don’t know.

[passiveagressive-inc]

There likely isn't anything to do, if an engineer for Passive Frown Inc. couldn't fix and/or find their memory card.

[passive-inc]

…unless the card was fully replaced, wiping isn’t permanent. There’s often still data left behind and it can be recovered eventually.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Oh. Yeah, that's a possibility. But we can't know if the card was replaced or not. PM tends to avoid topics relating to stressful or traumatic events.

[passive-inc]

….hey PasFrown. Would you be fine with impromptu surgery?

[passivefrown-inc]

What??

I mean. I guess it's fine?

[passive-inc]

Okay! I have the data on repairs and stuff downloaded so it shouldn’t be too hard.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Yeah, it'll be pretty simple. Juni, can you get us a screwdriver?

[pass1ve-inc]

On it.

[passiveagressive-inc]

*while Juniper is getting the screwdriver, PA pulls a hair tie from its cloak and ties his hair up in a tight bun*

Alright, let's do this.

[passive-inc]

Should I turn you off while doing it or would it be better if you stayed conscious so you can tell me if anything is going bad?

[passivefrown-inc]

I'm alright with being turned off for this. An alert will probably go off if something's wrong, even if I'm not on.

[passive-inc]

Alright. Lay down?

[passivefrown-inc]

Mhm.

*they laid down on the floor*

[passive-inc]

*It switched them off and settled on its back before beginning to unscrew the plate covering the innards of its head*

[passiveagressive-inc]

*PA watched quietly until all of the screws were out, then gently picked up the plate so they could both see the inside of their head*

[passive-inc]

*It began carefully poking around, shifting wires out of the way until a small chip was visible. With steady fingers, they popped it out*

I don’t actually know what to do now

[passiveagressive-inc]

... Wait yeah we don't have the technology to scan the chip

[passive-inc]

Does it like. Look new?

Or we could pop it into my head and see. I don’t know?

[passiveagressive-inc]

*It took the chip from Passive's hand and examined it closely*

It's kind of impossible to tell how long a bot has had a memory chip, unfortunately.

And putting another bot's memories in one that isn't even from the same company is a recipe for disaster.

[passive-inc]

Darn it. Okay uhh. Maybe we could call a rep or something?

[passiveagressive-inc]

We could go to a repair shop with the chip. They'll have a scanner there. If we're lucky, it won't even be something we have to talk to any workers about.

[passive-inc]

Should we let PM know that PasFrown won’t be back for a bit incase it takes a while?

[passiveagressive-inc]

If she asks about it, then I say yes. But it's up to you otherwise.

[passive-inc]

Alright. Might just be quicker to go there.

[passiveagressive-inc]

To. PM's house?

[passive-inc]

No, sorry. The shop.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Oh. Yeah, it's quicker to just go there.

[passive-inc]

Alright. I can carry PasFrown.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Ok. Let's go, then. June, want to come with?

[pass1ve-inc]

Sure! Don’t see why not.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Alright! You both ready?

[passive-inc]

Yeah.

*they picked PasFrown up carefully, cradling their body close*

[passiveagressive-inc]

Good, let's go.

*He opens the door and holds it for the others*

[passive-inc]

Thank you.

*They exited the apartment*

[passiveagressive-inc]

No problem.

*It closed and locked the door after Juniper was out, then followed after them*

[passive-inc]

(wow wow wowee they r now at the shop in what probably was a reasonable amount of time)

…Can you talk? Not sure what to say right now.

[passiveagressive-inc]

(yay they're at the shop now and they can scan the chip hooray)

*PA examined the repair shop in silence for a couple seconds until Passive spoke*

Oh. Yes. Uh. Good news, I know this shop and they have a scanner we can use without employee help. Bad news, I know this shop and the worker here is really talkative.

[pass1ve-inc]

I can keep them busy if you want. That sounds threatening but just- you know what I mean

[passive-inc]

*PA caught up with Passive and crossed his arms*

You can't drink water, you'll get fried. What's going on with you and PasFrown.

- @passiveagressive-inc

nothing it’s fine everything is fine.

[passiveagressive-inc]

I don't believe that. I can hear you whirring, you're anxious. Something happened.

[passive-inc]

…

…

I lied I’m sorry I’m so sorry. I’m Bad.

[passiveagressive-inc]

No. No you're not. It's fine. Just. Tell me what happened.

[passive-inc]

PasFrown doesn’t remember anything. I didn’t tell you this is my fault.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Amnesia, huh...

Anyway. It isn't your fault. I can imagine learning that would be... hard. For you.

[passive-inc]

No I mean, everything. What if I’m the reason they left? Maybe they don’t remember anything because of me.

This sounds so awful I’m awful but I hate how it remembers more about PM than me. I’m jealous that’s bad I’m horrible.

[passiveagressive-inc]

You're not—ok. Listen. Just about everyone gets jealous, some point in their existence. You're not bad for feeling emotions.

[passive-inc]

…I wish I didn’t. PM is nice she doesn’t deserve it.

[passiveagressive-inc]

It's fair that you feel like that. I can... relate, I guess.

[passive-inc]

…you can?

[passiveagressive-inc]

Yes. At least, I think I can. Different scenario, similar feelings.

[passive-inc]

..yeah. What do you think about it..

[passiveagressive-inc]

About what specifically?

[passive-inc]

Memory loss, I guess.

[passiveagressive-inc]

I think it's... unfortunate. That PasFrown can't remember anything. It had few people it was close too, and now it can't even recall who any of them were after being damn knows where for months. What happened was hard on you.

[passive-inc]

Yeah. I lost my memory once, I just… can’t imagine how difficult it must of been, even for the short time it happened.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Mm, yeah. I hope those you knew were at least understanding of what happened.

[passive-inc]

Yeah. They were wonderful. Now they’re gone, though. Sorta.

[passiveagressive-inc]

What do you—wait no, nevermind, I remember now.

...

Do you want to go back to the others, or do you want to keep talking here?

[passive-inc]

Might need a few moments, but I think I’m okay.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Okay. Let me know when you're ready.

[passive-inc]

…think I am.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Mhm. Let's go.

*it starts walking back to the living room*

[pass1ve-inc]

Oh! PA. Is everything alright- oh. Hi passive.

[passiveagressive-inc]

PasFrown has amnesia, apparently. Though it actually explains a lot.

*it looked down at PasFrown and hesitantly waved hello*

[pass1ve-inc]

They told me about it. I’m not sure what to do but like. I don’t know.

[passiveagressive-inc]

There likely isn't anything to do, if an engineer for Passive Frown Inc. couldn't fix and/or find their memory card.

[passive-inc]

…unless the card was fully replaced, wiping isn’t permanent. There’s often still data left behind and it can be recovered eventually.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Oh. Yeah, that's a possibility. But we can't know if the card was replaced or not. PM tends to avoid topics relating to stressful or traumatic events.

[passive-inc]

….hey PasFrown. Would you be fine with impromptu surgery?

[passivefrown-inc]

What??

I mean. I guess it's fine?

[passive-inc]

Okay! I have the data on repairs and stuff downloaded so it shouldn’t be too hard.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Yeah, it'll be pretty simple. Juni, can you get us a screwdriver?

[pass1ve-inc]

On it.

[passiveagressive-inc]

*while Juniper is getting the screwdriver, PA pulls a hair tie from its cloak and ties his hair up in a tight bun*

Alright, let's do this.

[passive-inc]

Should I turn you off while doing it or would it be better if you stayed conscious so you can tell me if anything is going bad?

[passivefrown-inc]

I'm alright with being turned off for this. An alert will probably go off if something's wrong, even if I'm not on.

[passive-inc]

Alright. Lay down?

[passivefrown-inc]

Mhm.

*they laid down on the floor*

[passive-inc]

*It switched them off and settled on its back before beginning to unscrew the plate covering the innards of its head*

[passiveagressive-inc]

*PA watched quietly until all of the screws were out, then gently picked up the plate so they could both see the inside of their head*

[passive-inc]

*It began carefully poking around, shifting wires out of the way until a small chip was visible. With steady fingers, they popped it out*

I don’t actually know what to do now

[passiveagressive-inc]

... Wait yeah we don't have the technology to scan the chip

[passive-inc]

Does it like. Look new?

Or we could pop it into my head and see. I don’t know?

[passiveagressive-inc]

*It took the chip from Passive's hand and examined it closely*

It's kind of impossible to tell how long a bot has had a memory chip, unfortunately.

And putting another bot's memories in one that isn't even from the same company is a recipe for disaster.

[passive-inc]

Darn it. Okay uhh. Maybe we could call a rep or something?

[passiveagressive-inc]

We could go to a repair shop with the chip. They'll have a scanner there. If we're lucky, it won't even be something we have to talk to any workers about.

[passive-inc]

Should we let PM know that PasFrown won’t be back for a bit incase it takes a while?

[passiveagressive-inc]

If she asks about it, then I say yes. But it's up to you otherwise.

[passive-inc]

Alright. Might just be quicker to go there.

[passiveagressive-inc]

To. PM's house?

[passive-inc]

No, sorry. The shop.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Oh. Yeah, it's quicker to just go there.

[passive-inc]

Alright. I can carry PasFrown.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Ok. Let's go, then. June, want to come with?

[pass1ve-inc]

Sure! Don’t see why not.

[passive-inc]

*PA caught up with Passive and crossed his arms*

You can't drink water, you'll get fried. What's going on with you and PasFrown.

- @passiveagressive-inc

nothing it’s fine everything is fine.

[passiveagressive-inc]

I don't believe that. I can hear you whirring, you're anxious. Something happened.

[passive-inc]

…

…

I lied I’m sorry I’m so sorry. I’m Bad.

[passiveagressive-inc]

No. No you're not. It's fine. Just. Tell me what happened.

[passive-inc]

PasFrown doesn’t remember anything. I didn’t tell you this is my fault.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Amnesia, huh...

Anyway. It isn't your fault. I can imagine learning that would be... hard. For you.

[passive-inc]

No I mean, everything. What if I’m the reason they left? Maybe they don’t remember anything because of me.

This sounds so awful I’m awful but I hate how it remembers more about PM than me. I’m jealous that’s bad I’m horrible.

[passiveagressive-inc]

You're not—ok. Listen. Just about everyone gets jealous, some point in their existence. You're not bad for feeling emotions.

[passive-inc]

…I wish I didn’t. PM is nice she doesn’t deserve it.

[passiveagressive-inc]

It's fair that you feel like that. I can... relate, I guess.

[passive-inc]

…you can?

[passiveagressive-inc]

Yes. At least, I think I can. Different scenario, similar feelings.

[passive-inc]

..yeah. What do you think about it..

[passiveagressive-inc]

About what specifically?

[passive-inc]

Memory loss, I guess.

[passiveagressive-inc]

I think it's... unfortunate. That PasFrown can't remember anything. It had few people it was close too, and now it can't even recall who any of them were after being damn knows where for months. What happened was hard on you.

[passive-inc]

Yeah. I lost my memory once, I just… can’t imagine how difficult it must of been, even for the short time it happened.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Mm, yeah. I hope those you knew were at least understanding of what happened.

[passive-inc]

Yeah. They were wonderful. Now they’re gone, though. Sorta.

[passiveagressive-inc]

What do you—wait no, nevermind, I remember now.

...

Do you want to go back to the others, or do you want to keep talking here?

[passive-inc]

Might need a few moments, but I think I’m okay.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Okay. Let me know when you're ready.

[passive-inc]

…think I am.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Mhm. Let's go.

*it starts walking back to the living room*

[pass1ve-inc]

Oh! PA. Is everything alright- oh. Hi passive.

[passiveagressive-inc]

PasFrown has amnesia, apparently. Though it actually explains a lot.

*it looked down at PasFrown and hesitantly waved hello*

[pass1ve-inc]

They told me about it. I’m not sure what to do but like. I don’t know.

[passiveagressive-inc]

There likely isn't anything to do, if an engineer for Passive Frown Inc. couldn't fix and/or find their memory card.

[passive-inc]

…unless the card was fully replaced, wiping isn’t permanent. There’s often still data left behind and it can be recovered eventually.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Oh. Yeah, that's a possibility. But we can't know if the card was replaced or not. PM tends to avoid topics relating to stressful or traumatic events.

[passive-inc]

….hey PasFrown. Would you be fine with impromptu surgery?

[passivefrown-inc]

What??

I mean. I guess it's fine?

[passive-inc]

Okay! I have the data on repairs and stuff downloaded so it shouldn’t be too hard.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Yeah, it'll be pretty simple. Juni, can you get us a screwdriver?

[pass1ve-inc]

On it.

[passive-inc]

*PA caught up with Passive and crossed his arms*

You can't drink water, you'll get fried. What's going on with you and PasFrown.

- @passiveagressive-inc

nothing it’s fine everything is fine.

[passiveagressive-inc]

I don't believe that. I can hear you whirring, you're anxious. Something happened.

[passive-inc]

…

…

I lied I’m sorry I’m so sorry. I’m Bad.

[passiveagressive-inc]

No. No you're not. It's fine. Just. Tell me what happened.

[passive-inc]

PasFrown doesn’t remember anything. I didn’t tell you this is my fault.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Amnesia, huh...

Anyway. It isn't your fault. I can imagine learning that would be... hard. For you.

[passive-inc]

No I mean, everything. What if I’m the reason they left? Maybe they don’t remember anything because of me.

This sounds so awful I’m awful but I hate how it remembers more about PM than me. I’m jealous that’s bad I’m horrible.

[passiveagressive-inc]

You're not—ok. Listen. Just about everyone gets jealous, some point in their existence. You're not bad for feeling emotions.

[passive-inc]

…I wish I didn’t. PM is nice she doesn’t deserve it.

[passiveagressive-inc]

It's fair that you feel like that. I can... relate, I guess.

[passive-inc]

…you can?

[passiveagressive-inc]

Yes. At least, I think I can. Different scenario, similar feelings.

[passive-inc]

..yeah. What do you think about it..

[passiveagressive-inc]

About what specifically?

[passive-inc]

Memory loss, I guess.

[passiveagressive-inc]

I think it's... unfortunate. That PasFrown can't remember anything. It had few people it was close too, and now it can't even recall who any of them were after being damn knows where for months. What happened was hard on you.

[passive-inc]

Yeah. I lost my memory once, I just… can’t imagine how difficult it must of been, even for the short time it happened.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Mm, yeah. I hope those you knew were at least understanding of what happened.

[passive-inc]

Yeah. They were wonderful. Now they’re gone, though. Sorta.

[passiveagressive-inc]

What do you—wait no, nevermind, I remember now.

...

Do you want to go back to the others, or do you want to keep talking here?

[passive-inc]

Might need a few moments, but I think I’m okay.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Okay. Let me know when you're ready.

[passive-inc]

…think I am.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Mhm. Let's go.

*it starts walking back to the living room*

[pass1ve-inc]

Oh! PA. Is everything alright- oh. Hi passive.

[passiveagressive-inc]

PasFrown has amnesia, apparently. Though it actually explains a lot.

*it looked down at PasFrown and hesitantly waved hello*

[pass1ve-inc]

They told me about it. I’m not sure what to do but like. I don’t know.

[passive-inc]

*PA caught up with Passive and crossed his arms*

You can't drink water, you'll get fried. What's going on with you and PasFrown.

- @passiveagressive-inc

nothing it’s fine everything is fine.

[passiveagressive-inc]

I don't believe that. I can hear you whirring, you're anxious. Something happened.

[passive-inc]

…

…

I lied I’m sorry I’m so sorry. I’m Bad.

[passiveagressive-inc]

No. No you're not. It's fine. Just. Tell me what happened.

[passive-inc]

PasFrown doesn’t remember anything. I didn’t tell you this is my fault.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Amnesia, huh...

Anyway. It isn't your fault. I can imagine learning that would be... hard. For you.

[passive-inc]

No I mean, everything. What if I’m the reason they left? Maybe they don’t remember anything because of me.

This sounds so awful I’m awful but I hate how it remembers more about PM than me. I’m jealous that’s bad I’m horrible.

[passiveagressive-inc]

You're not—ok. Listen. Just about everyone gets jealous, some point in their existence. You're not bad for feeling emotions.

[passive-inc]

…I wish I didn’t. PM is nice she doesn’t deserve it.

[passiveagressive-inc]

It's fair that you feel like that. I can... relate, I guess.

[passive-inc]

…you can?

[passiveagressive-inc]

Yes. At least, I think I can. Different scenario, similar feelings.

[passive-inc]

..yeah. What do you think about it..

[passiveagressive-inc]

About what specifically?

[passive-inc]

Memory loss, I guess.

[passiveagressive-inc]

I think it's... unfortunate. That PasFrown can't remember anything. It had few people it was close too, and now it can't even recall who any of them were after being damn knows where for months. What happened was hard on you.

[passive-inc]

Yeah. I lost my memory once, I just… can’t imagine how difficult it must of been, even for the short time it happened.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Mm, yeah. I hope those you knew were at least understanding of what happened.

[passive-inc]

Yeah. They were wonderful. Now they’re gone, though. Sorta.

[passiveagressive-inc]

What do you—wait no, nevermind, I remember now.

...

Do you want to go back to the others, or do you want to keep talking here?

[passive-inc]

Might need a few moments, but I think I’m okay.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Okay. Let me know when you're ready.

[passive-inc]

…think I am.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Mhm. Let's go.

*it starts walking back to the living room*

[pass1ve-inc]

Oh! PA. Is everything alright- oh. Hi passive.

[passivefrown-inc]

hi passif

@passive-inc

oh, Passive!

hi :]

[passive-inc]

How Uhm. Are you?

[passivefrown-inc]

I've been pretty good. Not much is happening in my life, really

How are you?

[passive-inc]

alright. My knees have been a bit messed up so i’ve needed my cane more than I did a bit ago but that’s just… something.

[passivefrown-inc]

oh! :[

I hope you're ok..

*its tail flicks lightly*

[passive-inc]

It’s fine. Normal, I guess.

Have you met anyone else?

[passivefrown-inc]

Oh! Yeah, one other. Neu, I think their name was.

[passive-inc]

Oh!! Do you remember them?

[passivefrown-inc]

No, not really. It's like I'm meant to remember them, even though I don't.

Not too dissimilar to how I felt when I saw you, actually.

[passive-inc]

Oh. How… far back do you remember?

[passivefrown-inc]

Actual memories? Not very far, only since I woke up in that repair shop in late October.

The weird, kinda not there memories? Probably my whole life.

[passive-inc]

Yeah…

So uhm. Are you staying with anyone or something?

[passivefrown-inc]

Yeah, PM's letting me stay with her. It's been really nice to me, actually.

[passive-inc]

Oh! Do you remember her or-

[passivefrown-inc]

Better than I can remember others, but still not well.

[passive-inc]

How is she? Haven’t seen her in a while.

Now that I’m thinking of it, I haven’t seen PA either.

[PT: Now that I’m thinking of it, I haven’t seen PA either. /end PT]

[passivefrown-inc]

She's pretty well! A little stressed from work, but otherwise fine.

*It tilts its head at the mention of PA, but doesn't say anything*

[passive-inc]

Yeah. I uh. Passive Aggressive is my roommates friend? Partner? No clue what’s going on with them. He was gone for a while too, but is back now so Juniper basically hasn’t left its side.

[passivefrown-inc]

Oh, ok! I'm glad they're reunited now :]

[passive-inc]

Same. I think PA was some sort of sibling figure to you before? I don’t think that like. You had a great relationship, but it was there.

[passivefrown-inc]

Huh. PM never mentioned him...

[passive-inc]

Not too surprising, I don’t know.

…hey. Do you want to see photos of my fish?

[passivefrown-inc]

*they immediately brighten up*

Of course! I love animals :]

[passive-inc]

*It pulled a small book out of its bad and opened it. Inside were photos, mainly of a goldfish in a very decorated fish tank*

This is Ranch!

[passivefrown-inc]

Oh, they're so cute!

*they looked at the photos intently*

How long have you had them?

[passive-inc]

Can’t remember. A year maybe? Someone special gave him to me.

[passivefrown-inc]

That's very nice of them!

[passive-inc]

Yeah. I miss them a lot, so I’m glad I still have him.

[passivefrown-inc]

Oh. Did something happen to them?

[passive-inc]

…yeah. Sorry I’m just. I don’t know, bringing down the mood.

[passivefrown-inc]

No, don't apologize! If you ever need to talk about stuff, I'm listening.

[passive-inc]

Still! I just- it’s weird.

[passivefrown-inc]

That... that's fair. You're not used to venting to others, I assume?

[passive-inc]

Not really.

[passivefrown-inc]

Mm. I thought so...

Sorry, I wish I could be of more help. Just... know you're always welcome to talk to me, ok?

[passive-inc]

Yeah. You want a hug?

[passivefrown-inc]

Sure.

*they spread their arms for Passive to hug them*

[passive-inc]

…thank you.

*it returned the gesture, holding on tightly*

[passivefrown-inc]

No problem.

*it rested its head against theirs*

[passive-inc]

Wanna see my apartment? So you can visit if you want.

[passivefrown-inc]

That sounds nice :]

[passive-inc]

Alright! Follow me.

[passivefrown-inc]

Ok :]

*they let go of the hug and start following Passive*

[passive-inc]

*They lead PasFrown to a nearby, slightly rundown apartment building. The home itself was on the fourth floor. A key tied around its neck opened the door*

Tada. It’s not like… much. But its affordable.

[passivefrown-inc]

*they peeked inside the apartment once the door was open*

It's alright. I prefer simplicity anyway

[passive-inc]

Thanks! Feel free to sit down anywhere.

[passivefrown-inc]

Mhm!

*they sit down on the couch*

[passive-inc]

My roommate might be around, so don’t worry if someone with random limbs and horns shows up.

[passivefrown-inc]

Ah, ok.

*it paused for a moment, trying to think of something to discuss*

[pass1ve-inc]

HEY PASSIVE DO YOU KNOW WHERE MY COMPRESSION SOCKS WENT? The yellow ones- oh. Hello.

It said you’re back, I’m mostly surprised you haven’t visited yet, Pas being your partner and all.

[passivefrown-inc]

Hi! :]

Oh. uh. Yeah, I've just been busy. I needed to find a new job and all that.

[pass1ve-inc]

Oh, awesome. Good for you.

Wait- shit. You’re- ypu’re not gonna have a problem if PA visits right?

[passivefrown-inc]

*it tilts its head to the side*

No, not at all! I don't see an issue with that :]

[pass1ve-inc]

…if you say so. It should show up any moment now.

[passiveagressive-inc]

*as if on cue, the door unlocked again and PA walked in. He had the hood of his cloak down, for once.*

Hey Juni, Passive. I hope your evening's been good so far—

*it noticed PasFrown and froze up, then quietly moved to stand behind Juniper*

[pass1ve-inc]

…I didn’t know either. Sorry. Passive?

*the robot seemed frozen, stiff and unblinking*

[passiveagressive-inc]

It's not your fault, don't apologize.

*it's watching PasFrown intently, obviously analyzing their body language*

... Something's off.

[PT: ... Something's off. /end PT]

[pass1ve-inc]

*Passive muttered something about getting some water and hurried off, despite only one of the four people in the room drinking anything. Juniper just gave them a weird look and leaned into PA*

You’re right. What’s going on.

[passiveagressive-inc]

*PasFrown tried to say something to Passive as it left, but couldn't get anything out before they were gone*

*PA gently grabbed onto Juniper's arm and squinted at PasFrown*

Damned if I know. But it definitely involves both of them.

[pass1ve-inc]

Can you- can you check in on Pas? I’m a bit worried and not to doubt you, but I don’t know if it’s best for you to confront PasFrown right now.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Yes, I can. It's best to be sure Frownie won't become hostile before I talk to them anyway.

*PA nuzzled its head against Juniper's as a quick goodbye before following after Passive*

[pass1ve-inc]

Okay. So. What’s going on.

[passivefrown-inc]

*PasFrown looked down at the floor nervously*

Well... it's kinda difficult to explain. I'd kinda hoped Passive told you and PA.

[pass1ve-inc]

I always thought they were really open and friendly. Only figured out that it’s actually really reserved through living with it. Especially around me maybe, we don’t exactly have a great past, but uh. You already know that

[passivefrown-inc]

Um. Right.

*it nodded in an attempt to seem like it had any clue what Juniper was talking about*

[pass1ve-inc]

Just tell me so I can actually understand the situation. I’m not gonna blow up on you or bite or whatever, although I don’t blame you if that’s what you were worried about, we don’t exactly know each other well

[passivefrown-inc]

...

*they hesitate for a moment*

Do you promise?

[pass1ve-inc]

Mhm.

[passivefrown-inc]

Ok.

*it takes a deep breath*

Uh... Long story short, I have amnesia.

[pass1ve-inc]

Oh. That makes sense actually. Okay. Well, I’m Juniper, I don’t care what pronouns you use for me and I’m a shapeshifter.

I was surprised that you reacted to me so like… well I guess? Because you may have originally met me when I had kidnapped and replaced Passive. Which. Yeah, it was a very bad point in my life and we’re working on getting over it.

[passivefrown-inc]

Oh... Well, it's nice to meet you. I'm PasFrown, but you already know that I think. They/them and it/its.

[pass1ve-inc]

*xe looked significantly more relaxed*

Okay. Nice to meet you too. I was a bit worried about how you’d react but like. You deserve to know anything and shit.

[passivefrown-inc]

I mean, I'm kinda desensitized. This whole world just seems... weird.

[pass1ve-inc]

Yeah. That sums it up. Do you have any questions? That includes about Passive, I know it can be kind of repressed sometimes and while yeah, might not be my story to tell, I think you also deserve to understand a bit about your past.

[passivefrown-inc]

... No, I don't believe so. But thanks anyways.

[pass1ve-inc]

Aight. Wanna help me find my socks while PA is dealing with Pas?

[passivefrown-inc]

Oh. Sure!

*it stands up from the couch*

[pass1ve-inc]

Great! They’re yellow with lemons on them, haven’t been able to find them in a bit

[passivefrown-inc]

Ok! Where do you want me to look first?

[pass1ve-inc]

Maybe like under the couch or something?

[passivefrown-inc]

Alright! :]

*they crouch down on the floor and stick their hand under the couch to start searching for Juniper's socks*

[pass1ve-inc]

*Juniper disappeared into a side room, muttering something about POTS*

[passivefrown-inc]

*PasFrowm kept searching under the couch, examining anything it found. Loose money, dust, a whole thing of fish food? How did that even get lost down there...*

*It paused its search when it pulled out a photo book. The photo on the front cover was of Passive (though without its cane), PasFrown (with their hair in a short ponytail), and a freckled orange-haired person (didn't they show up on the news as missing?), with "my family :]" written underneath the photo. They froze, staring at the cover for a long few seconds, before setting it down tentatively and continuing the search under the couch.*

[pass1ve-inc]

FOUND THEM!!!

*Juniper marched back into the room, holding up a pair of light yellow socks up triumphantly*

Oh- I’ve never seen that before. Makes sense though. That’s Whata, Passive’s mom.

They were really kind.

[passivefrown-inc]

Oh, good! :]

*they look back down at the photo book, specifically at Whata*

... I hadn't known they'd lost anyone else. I hope Whata's found soon.

[pass1ve-inc]

Things have been rough. They’re only staying with me out of necessity really.

[passivefrown-inc]

Mm. Yeah, I. I'm not surprised, with the state of the world. Plus everything that's happened to you guys...

[pass1ve-inc]

Yeah. I would ask about your family but. Yeah.

[passivefrown-inc]

hi passif

@passive-inc

oh, Passive!

hi :]

[passive-inc]

How Uhm. Are you?

[passivefrown-inc]

I've been pretty good. Not much is happening in my life, really

How are you?

[passive-inc]

alright. My knees have been a bit messed up so i’ve needed my cane more than I did a bit ago but that’s just… something.

[passivefrown-inc]

oh! :[

I hope you're ok..

*its tail flicks lightly*

[passive-inc]

It’s fine. Normal, I guess.

Have you met anyone else?

[passivefrown-inc]

Oh! Yeah, one other. Neu, I think their name was.

[passive-inc]

Oh!! Do you remember them?

[passivefrown-inc]

No, not really. It's like I'm meant to remember them, even though I don't.

Not too dissimilar to how I felt when I saw you, actually.

[passive-inc]

Oh. How… far back do you remember?

[passivefrown-inc]

Actual memories? Not very far, only since I woke up in that repair shop in late October.

The weird, kinda not there memories? Probably my whole life.

[passive-inc]

Yeah…

So uhm. Are you staying with anyone or something?

[passivefrown-inc]

Yeah, PM's letting me stay with her. It's been really nice to me, actually.

[passive-inc]

Oh! Do you remember her or-

[passivefrown-inc]

Better than I can remember others, but still not well.

[passive-inc]

How is she? Haven’t seen her in a while.

Now that I’m thinking of it, I haven’t seen PA either.

[PT: Now that I’m thinking of it, I haven’t seen PA either. /end PT]

[passivefrown-inc]

She's pretty well! A little stressed from work, but otherwise fine.

*It tilts its head at the mention of PA, but doesn't say anything*

[passive-inc]

Yeah. I uh. Passive Aggressive is my roommates friend? Partner? No clue what’s going on with them. He was gone for a while too, but is back now so Juniper basically hasn’t left its side.

[passivefrown-inc]

Oh, ok! I'm glad they're reunited now :]

[passive-inc]

Same. I think PA was some sort of sibling figure to you before? I don’t think that like. You had a great relationship, but it was there.

[passivefrown-inc]

Huh. PM never mentioned him...

[passive-inc]

Not too surprising, I don’t know.

…hey. Do you want to see photos of my fish?

[passivefrown-inc]

*they immediately brighten up*

Of course! I love animals :]

[passive-inc]

*It pulled a small book out of its bad and opened it. Inside were photos, mainly of a goldfish in a very decorated fish tank*

This is Ranch!

[passivefrown-inc]

Oh, they're so cute!

*they looked at the photos intently*

How long have you had them?

[passive-inc]

Can’t remember. A year maybe? Someone special gave him to me.

[passivefrown-inc]

That's very nice of them!

[passive-inc]

Yeah. I miss them a lot, so I’m glad I still have him.

[passivefrown-inc]

Oh. Did something happen to them?

[passive-inc]

…yeah. Sorry I’m just. I don’t know, bringing down the mood.

[passivefrown-inc]

No, don't apologize! If you ever need to talk about stuff, I'm listening.

[passive-inc]

Still! I just- it’s weird.

[passivefrown-inc]

That... that's fair. You're not used to venting to others, I assume?

[passive-inc]

Not really.

[passivefrown-inc]

Mm. I thought so...

Sorry, I wish I could be of more help. Just... know you're always welcome to talk to me, ok?

[passive-inc]

Yeah. You want a hug?

[passivefrown-inc]

Sure.

*they spread their arms for Passive to hug them*

[passive-inc]

…thank you.

*it returned the gesture, holding on tightly*

[passivefrown-inc]

No problem.

*it rested its head against theirs*

[passive-inc]

Wanna see my apartment? So you can visit if you want.

[passivefrown-inc]

That sounds nice :]

[passive-inc]

Alright! Follow me.

[passivefrown-inc]

Ok :]

*they let go of the hug and start following Passive*

[passive-inc]

*They lead PasFrown to a nearby, slightly rundown apartment building. The home itself was on the fourth floor. A key tied around its neck opened the door*

Tada. It’s not like… much. But its affordable.

[passivefrown-inc]

*they peeked inside the apartment once the door was open*

It's alright. I prefer simplicity anyway

[passive-inc]

Thanks! Feel free to sit down anywhere.

[passivefrown-inc]

Mhm!

*they sit down on the couch*

[passive-inc]

My roommate might be around, so don’t worry if someone with random limbs and horns shows up.

[passivefrown-inc]

Ah, ok.

*it paused for a moment, trying to think of something to discuss*

[pass1ve-inc]

HEY PASSIVE DO YOU KNOW WHERE MY COMPRESSION SOCKS WENT? The yellow ones- oh. Hello.

It said you’re back, I’m mostly surprised you haven’t visited yet, Pas being your partner and all.

[passivefrown-inc]

Hi! :]

Oh. uh. Yeah, I've just been busy. I needed to find a new job and all that.

[pass1ve-inc]

Oh, awesome. Good for you.

Wait- shit. You’re- ypu’re not gonna have a problem if PA visits right?

[passivefrown-inc]

*it tilts its head to the side*

No, not at all! I don't see an issue with that :]

[pass1ve-inc]

…if you say so. It should show up any moment now.

[passiveagressive-inc]

*as if on cue, the door unlocked again and PA walked in. He had the hood of his cloak down, for once.*

Hey Juni, Passive. I hope your evening's been good so far—

*it noticed PasFrown and froze up, then quietly moved to stand behind Juniper*

[pass1ve-inc]

…I didn’t know either. Sorry. Passive?

*the robot seemed frozen, stiff and unblinking*

[passiveagressive-inc]

It's not your fault, don't apologize.

*it's watching PasFrown intently, obviously analyzing their body language*

... Something's off.

[PT: ... Something's off. /end PT]

[pass1ve-inc]

*Passive muttered something about getting some water and hurried off, despite only one of the four people in the room drinking anything. Juniper just gave them a weird look and leaned into PA*

You’re right. What’s going on.

[passiveagressive-inc]

*PasFrown tried to say something to Passive as it left, but couldn't get anything out before they were gone*

*PA gently grabbed onto Juniper's arm and squinted at PasFrown*

Damned if I know. But it definitely involves both of them.

[pass1ve-inc]

Can you- can you check in on Pas? I’m a bit worried and not to doubt you, but I don’t know if it’s best for you to confront PasFrown right now.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Yes, I can. It's best to be sure Frownie won't become hostile before I talk to them anyway.

*PA nuzzled its head against Juniper's as a quick goodbye before following after Passive*

[pass1ve-inc]

Okay. So. What’s going on.

[passivefrown-inc]

*PasFrown looked down at the floor nervously*

Well... it's kinda difficult to explain. I'd kinda hoped Passive told you and PA.

[pass1ve-inc]

I always thought they were really open and friendly. Only figured out that it’s actually really reserved through living with it. Especially around me maybe, we don’t exactly have a great past, but uh. You already know that

[passivefrown-inc]

Um. Right.

*it nodded in an attempt to seem like it had any clue what Juniper was talking about*

[pass1ve-inc]

Just tell me so I can actually understand the situation. I’m not gonna blow up on you or bite or whatever, although I don’t blame you if that’s what you were worried about, we don’t exactly know each other well

[passivefrown-inc]

...

*they hesitate for a moment*

Do you promise?

[pass1ve-inc]

Mhm.

[passivefrown-inc]

Ok.

*it takes a deep breath*

Uh... Long story short, I have amnesia.

[pass1ve-inc]

Oh. That makes sense actually. Okay. Well, I’m Juniper, I don’t care what pronouns you use for me and I’m a shapeshifter.

I was surprised that you reacted to me so like… well I guess? Because you may have originally met me when I had kidnapped and replaced Passive. Which. Yeah, it was a very bad point in my life and we’re working on getting over it.

[passivefrown-inc]

Oh... Well, it's nice to meet you. I'm PasFrown, but you already know that I think. They/them and it/its.

[pass1ve-inc]

*xe looked significantly more relaxed*

Okay. Nice to meet you too. I was a bit worried about how you’d react but like. You deserve to know anything and shit.

[passivefrown-inc]

I mean, I'm kinda desensitized. This whole world just seems... weird.

[pass1ve-inc]

Yeah. That sums it up. Do you have any questions? That includes about Passive, I know it can be kind of repressed sometimes and while yeah, might not be my story to tell, I think you also deserve to understand a bit about your past.

[passivefrown-inc]

... No, I don't believe so. But thanks anyways.

[pass1ve-inc]

Aight. Wanna help me find my socks while PA is dealing with Pas?

[passivefrown-inc]

Oh. Sure!

*it stands up from the couch*

[pass1ve-inc]

Great! They’re yellow with lemons on them, haven’t been able to find them in a bit

[passivefrown-inc]

Ok! Where do you want me to look first?

[pass1ve-inc]

Maybe like under the couch or something?

[passivefrown-inc]

Alright! :]

*they crouch down on the floor and stick their hand under the couch to start searching for Juniper's socks*

[pass1ve-inc]

*Juniper disappeared into a side room, muttering something about POTS*

[passivefrown-inc]

*PasFrowm kept searching under the couch, examining anything it found. Loose money, dust, a whole thing of fish food? How did that even get lost down there...*

*It paused its search when it pulled out a photo book. The photo on the front cover was of Passive (though without its cane), PasFrown (with their hair in a short ponytail), and a freckled orange-haired person (didn't they show up on the news as missing?), with "my family :]" written underneath the photo. They froze, staring at the cover for a long few seconds, before setting it down tentatively and continuing the search under the couch.*

[pass1ve-inc]

FOUND THEM!!!

*Juniper marched back into the room, holding up a pair of light yellow socks up triumphantly*

Oh- I’ve never seen that before. Makes sense though. That’s Whata, Passive’s mom.

They were really kind.

[passivefrown-inc]

Oh, good! :]

*they look back down at the photo book, specifically at Whata*

... I hadn't known they'd lost anyone else. I hope Whata's found soon.

[pass1ve-inc]

Things have been rough. They’re only staying with me out of necessity really.

[passivefrown-inc]

hi passif

@passive-inc

oh, Passive!

hi :]

[passive-inc]

How Uhm. Are you?

[passivefrown-inc]

I've been pretty good. Not much is happening in my life, really

How are you?

[passive-inc]

alright. My knees have been a bit messed up so i’ve needed my cane more than I did a bit ago but that’s just… something.

[passivefrown-inc]

oh! :[

I hope you're ok..

*its tail flicks lightly*

[passive-inc]

It’s fine. Normal, I guess.

Have you met anyone else?

[passivefrown-inc]

Oh! Yeah, one other. Neu, I think their name was.

[passive-inc]

Oh!! Do you remember them?

[passivefrown-inc]

No, not really. It's like I'm meant to remember them, even though I don't.

Not too dissimilar to how I felt when I saw you, actually.

[passive-inc]

Oh. How… far back do you remember?

[passivefrown-inc]

Actual memories? Not very far, only since I woke up in that repair shop in late October.

The weird, kinda not there memories? Probably my whole life.

[passive-inc]

Yeah…

So uhm. Are you staying with anyone or something?

[passivefrown-inc]

Yeah, PM's letting me stay with her. It's been really nice to me, actually.

[passive-inc]

Oh! Do you remember her or-

[passivefrown-inc]

Better than I can remember others, but still not well.

[passive-inc]

How is she? Haven’t seen her in a while.

Now that I’m thinking of it, I haven’t seen PA either.

[PT: Now that I’m thinking of it, I haven’t seen PA either. /end PT]

[passivefrown-inc]

She's pretty well! A little stressed from work, but otherwise fine.

*It tilts its head at the mention of PA, but doesn't say anything*

[passive-inc]

Yeah. I uh. Passive Aggressive is my roommates friend? Partner? No clue what’s going on with them. He was gone for a while too, but is back now so Juniper basically hasn’t left its side.

[passivefrown-inc]

Oh, ok! I'm glad they're reunited now :]

[passive-inc]

Same. I think PA was some sort of sibling figure to you before? I don’t think that like. You had a great relationship, but it was there.

[passivefrown-inc]

Huh. PM never mentioned him...

[passive-inc]

Not too surprising, I don’t know.

…hey. Do you want to see photos of my fish?

[passivefrown-inc]

*they immediately brighten up*

Of course! I love animals :]

[passive-inc]

*It pulled a small book out of its bad and opened it. Inside were photos, mainly of a goldfish in a very decorated fish tank*

This is Ranch!

[passivefrown-inc]

Oh, they're so cute!

*they looked at the photos intently*

How long have you had them?

[passive-inc]

Can’t remember. A year maybe? Someone special gave him to me.

[passivefrown-inc]

That's very nice of them!

[passive-inc]

Yeah. I miss them a lot, so I’m glad I still have him.

[passivefrown-inc]

Oh. Did something happen to them?

[passive-inc]

…yeah. Sorry I’m just. I don’t know, bringing down the mood.

[passivefrown-inc]

No, don't apologize! If you ever need to talk about stuff, I'm listening.

[passive-inc]

Still! I just- it’s weird.

[passivefrown-inc]

That... that's fair. You're not used to venting to others, I assume?

[passive-inc]

Not really.

[passivefrown-inc]

Mm. I thought so...

Sorry, I wish I could be of more help. Just... know you're always welcome to talk to me, ok?

[passive-inc]

Yeah. You want a hug?

[passivefrown-inc]

Sure.

*they spread their arms for Passive to hug them*

[passive-inc]

…thank you.

*it returned the gesture, holding on tightly*

[passivefrown-inc]

No problem.

*it rested its head against theirs*

[passive-inc]

Wanna see my apartment? So you can visit if you want.

[passivefrown-inc]

That sounds nice :]

[passive-inc]

Alright! Follow me.

[passivefrown-inc]

Ok :]

*they let go of the hug and start following Passive*

[passive-inc]

*They lead PasFrown to a nearby, slightly rundown apartment building. The home itself was on the fourth floor. A key tied around its neck opened the door*

Tada. It’s not like… much. But its affordable.

[passivefrown-inc]

*they peeked inside the apartment once the door was open*

It's alright. I prefer simplicity anyway

[passive-inc]

Thanks! Feel free to sit down anywhere.

[passivefrown-inc]

Mhm!

*they sit down on the couch*

[passive-inc]

My roommate might be around, so don’t worry if someone with random limbs and horns shows up.

[passivefrown-inc]

Ah, ok.

*it paused for a moment, trying to think of something to discuss*

[pass1ve-inc]

HEY PASSIVE DO YOU KNOW WHERE MY COMPRESSION SOCKS WENT? The yellow ones- oh. Hello.

It said you’re back, I’m mostly surprised you haven’t visited yet, Pas being your partner and all.

[passivefrown-inc]

Hi! :]

Oh. uh. Yeah, I've just been busy. I needed to find a new job and all that.

[pass1ve-inc]

Oh, awesome. Good for you.

Wait- shit. You’re- ypu’re not gonna have a problem if PA visits right?

[passivefrown-inc]

*it tilts its head to the side*

No, not at all! I don't see an issue with that :]

[pass1ve-inc]

…if you say so. It should show up any moment now.

[passiveagressive-inc]

*as if on cue, the door unlocked again and PA walked in. He had the hood of his cloak down, for once.*

Hey Juni, Passive. I hope your evening's been good so far—

*it noticed PasFrown and froze up, then quietly moved to stand behind Juniper*

[pass1ve-inc]

…I didn’t know either. Sorry. Passive?

*the robot seemed frozen, stiff and unblinking*

[passiveagressive-inc]

It's not your fault, don't apologize.

*it's watching PasFrown intently, obviously analyzing their body language*

... Something's off.

[PT: ... Something's off. /end PT]

[pass1ve-inc]

*Passive muttered something about getting some water and hurried off, despite only one of the four people in the room drinking anything. Juniper just gave them a weird look and leaned into PA*

You’re right. What’s going on.

[passiveagressive-inc]

*PasFrown tried to say something to Passive as it left, but couldn't get anything out before they were gone*

*PA gently grabbed onto Juniper's arm and squinted at PasFrown*

Damned if I know. But it definitely involves both of them.

[pass1ve-inc]

Can you- can you check in on Pas? I’m a bit worried and not to doubt you, but I don’t know if it’s best for you to confront PasFrown right now.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Yes, I can. It's best to be sure Frownie won't become hostile before I talk to them anyway.

*PA nuzzled its head against Juniper's as a quick goodbye before following after Passive*

[pass1ve-inc]

Okay. So. What’s going on.

[passivefrown-inc]

*PasFrown looked down at the floor nervously*

Well... it's kinda difficult to explain. I'd kinda hoped Passive told you and PA.

[pass1ve-inc]

I always thought they were really open and friendly. Only figured out that it’s actually really reserved through living with it. Especially around me maybe, we don’t exactly have a great past, but uh. You already know that

[passivefrown-inc]

Um. Right.

*it nodded in an attempt to seem like it had any clue what Juniper was talking about*

[pass1ve-inc]

Just tell me so I can actually understand the situation. I’m not gonna blow up on you or bite or whatever, although I don’t blame you if that’s what you were worried about, we don’t exactly know each other well

[passivefrown-inc]

...

*they hesitate for a moment*

Do you promise?

[pass1ve-inc]

Mhm.

[passivefrown-inc]

Ok.

*it takes a deep breath*

Uh... Long story short, I have amnesia.

[pass1ve-inc]

Oh. That makes sense actually. Okay. Well, I’m Juniper, I don’t care what pronouns you use for me and I’m a shapeshifter.

I was surprised that you reacted to me so like… well I guess? Because you may have originally met me when I had kidnapped and replaced Passive. Which. Yeah, it was a very bad point in my life and we’re working on getting over it.

[passivefrown-inc]

Oh... Well, it's nice to meet you. I'm PasFrown, but you already know that I think. They/them and it/its.

[pass1ve-inc]

*xe looked significantly more relaxed*

Okay. Nice to meet you too. I was a bit worried about how you’d react but like. You deserve to know anything and shit.

[passivefrown-inc]

I mean, I'm kinda desensitized. This whole world just seems... weird.

[pass1ve-inc]

Yeah. That sums it up. Do you have any questions? That includes about Passive, I know it can be kind of repressed sometimes and while yeah, might not be my story to tell, I think you also deserve to understand a bit about your past.

[passivefrown-inc]

... No, I don't believe so. But thanks anyways.

[pass1ve-inc]

Aight. Wanna help me find my socks while PA is dealing with Pas?

[passivefrown-inc]

Oh. Sure!

*it stands up from the couch*

[pass1ve-inc]

Great! They’re yellow with lemons on them, haven’t been able to find them in a bit

[passivefrown-inc]

Ok! Where do you want me to look first?

[pass1ve-inc]

Maybe like under the couch or something?

[passivefrown-inc]

Alright! :]

*they crouch down on the floor and stick their hand under the couch to start searching for Juniper's socks*

[pass1ve-inc]

*Juniper disappeared into a side room, muttering something about POTS*

[passivefrown-inc]

*PasFrowm kept searching under the couch, examining anything it found. Loose money, dust, a whole thing of fish food? How did that even get lost down there...*

*It paused its search when it pulled out a photo book. The photo on the front cover was of Passive (though without its cane), PasFrown (with their hair in a short ponytail), and a freckled orange-haired person (didn't they show up on the news as missing?), with "my family :]" written underneath the photo. They froze, staring at the cover for a long few seconds, before setting it down tentatively and continuing the search under the couch.*

[pass1ve-inc]

FOUND THEM!!!

*Juniper marched back into the room, holding up a pair of light yellow socks up triumphantly*

Oh- I’ve never seen that before. Makes sense though. That’s Whata, Passive’s mom.

They were really kind.

[passivefrown-inc]

hi passif

@passive-inc

oh, Passive!

hi :]

[passive-inc]

How Uhm. Are you?

[passivefrown-inc]

I've been pretty good. Not much is happening in my life, really

How are you?

[passive-inc]

alright. My knees have been a bit messed up so i’ve needed my cane more than I did a bit ago but that’s just… something.

[passivefrown-inc]

oh! :[

I hope you're ok..

*its tail flicks lightly*

[passive-inc]

It’s fine. Normal, I guess.

Have you met anyone else?

[passivefrown-inc]

Oh! Yeah, one other. Neu, I think their name was.

[passive-inc]

Oh!! Do you remember them?

[passivefrown-inc]

No, not really. It's like I'm meant to remember them, even though I don't.

Not too dissimilar to how I felt when I saw you, actually.

[passive-inc]

Oh. How… far back do you remember?

[passivefrown-inc]

Actual memories? Not very far, only since I woke up in that repair shop in late October.

The weird, kinda not there memories? Probably my whole life.

[passive-inc]

Yeah…

So uhm. Are you staying with anyone or something?

[passivefrown-inc]

Yeah, PM's letting me stay with her. It's been really nice to me, actually.

[passive-inc]

Oh! Do you remember her or-

[passivefrown-inc]

Better than I can remember others, but still not well.

[passive-inc]

How is she? Haven’t seen her in a while.

Now that I’m thinking of it, I haven’t seen PA either.

[PT: Now that I’m thinking of it, I haven’t seen PA either. /end PT]

[passivefrown-inc]

She's pretty well! A little stressed from work, but otherwise fine.

*It tilts its head at the mention of PA, but doesn't say anything*

[passive-inc]

Yeah. I uh. Passive Aggressive is my roommates friend? Partner? No clue what’s going on with them. He was gone for a while too, but is back now so Juniper basically hasn’t left its side.

[passivefrown-inc]

Oh, ok! I'm glad they're reunited now :]

[passive-inc]

Same. I think PA was some sort of sibling figure to you before? I don’t think that like. You had a great relationship, but it was there.

[passivefrown-inc]

Huh. PM never mentioned him...

[passive-inc]

Not too surprising, I don’t know.

…hey. Do you want to see photos of my fish?

[passivefrown-inc]

*they immediately brighten up*

Of course! I love animals :]

[passive-inc]

*It pulled a small book out of its bad and opened it. Inside were photos, mainly of a goldfish in a very decorated fish tank*

This is Ranch!

[passivefrown-inc]

Oh, they're so cute!

*they looked at the photos intently*

How long have you had them?

[passive-inc]

Can’t remember. A year maybe? Someone special gave him to me.

[passivefrown-inc]

That's very nice of them!

[passive-inc]

Yeah. I miss them a lot, so I’m glad I still have him.

[passivefrown-inc]

Oh. Did something happen to them?

[passive-inc]

…yeah. Sorry I’m just. I don’t know, bringing down the mood.

[passivefrown-inc]

No, don't apologize! If you ever need to talk about stuff, I'm listening.

[passive-inc]

Still! I just- it’s weird.

[passivefrown-inc]

That... that's fair. You're not used to venting to others, I assume?

[passive-inc]

Not really.

[passivefrown-inc]

Mm. I thought so...

Sorry, I wish I could be of more help. Just... know you're always welcome to talk to me, ok?

[passive-inc]

Yeah. You want a hug?

[passivefrown-inc]

Sure.

*they spread their arms for Passive to hug them*

[passive-inc]

…thank you.

*it returned the gesture, holding on tightly*

[passivefrown-inc]

No problem.

*it rested its head against theirs*

[passive-inc]

Wanna see my apartment? So you can visit if you want.

[passivefrown-inc]

That sounds nice :]

[passive-inc]

Alright! Follow me.

[passivefrown-inc]

Ok :]

*they let go of the hug and start following Passive*

[passive-inc]

*They lead PasFrown to a nearby, slightly rundown apartment building. The home itself was on the fourth floor. A key tied around its neck opened the door*

Tada. It’s not like… much. But its affordable.

[passivefrown-inc]

*they peeked inside the apartment once the door was open*

It's alright. I prefer simplicity anyway

[passive-inc]

Thanks! Feel free to sit down anywhere.

[passivefrown-inc]

Mhm!

*they sit down on the couch*

[passive-inc]

My roommate might be around, so don’t worry if someone with random limbs and horns shows up.

[passivefrown-inc]

Ah, ok.

*it paused for a moment, trying to think of something to discuss*

[pass1ve-inc]

HEY PASSIVE DO YOU KNOW WHERE MY COMPRESSION SOCKS WENT? The yellow ones- oh. Hello.

It said you’re back, I’m mostly surprised you haven’t visited yet, Pas being your partner and all.

[passivefrown-inc]

Hi! :]

Oh. uh. Yeah, I've just been busy. I needed to find a new job and all that.

[pass1ve-inc]

Oh, awesome. Good for you.

Wait- shit. You’re- ypu’re not gonna have a problem if PA visits right?

[passivefrown-inc]

*it tilts its head to the side*

No, not at all! I don't see an issue with that :]

[pass1ve-inc]

…if you say so. It should show up any moment now.

[passiveagressive-inc]

*as if on cue, the door unlocked again and PA walked in. He had the hood of his cloak down, for once.*

Hey Juni, Passive. I hope your evening's been good so far—

*it noticed PasFrown and froze up, then quietly moved to stand behind Juniper*

[pass1ve-inc]

…I didn’t know either. Sorry. Passive?

*the robot seemed frozen, stiff and unblinking*

[passiveagressive-inc]

It's not your fault, don't apologize.

*it's watching PasFrown intently, obviously analyzing their body language*

... Something's off.

[PT: ... Something's off. /end PT]

[pass1ve-inc]

*Passive muttered something about getting some water and hurried off, despite only one of the four people in the room drinking anything. Juniper just gave them a weird look and leaned into PA*

You’re right. What’s going on.

[passiveagressive-inc]

*PasFrown tried to say something to Passive as it left, but couldn't get anything out before they were gone*

*PA gently grabbed onto Juniper's arm and squinted at PasFrown*

Damned if I know. But it definitely involves both of them.

[pass1ve-inc]

Can you- can you check in on Pas? I’m a bit worried and not to doubt you, but I don’t know if it’s best for you to confront PasFrown right now.

[passiveagressive-inc]

Yes, I can. It's best to be sure Frownie won't become hostile before I talk to them anyway.

*PA nuzzled its head against Juniper's as a quick goodbye before following after Passive*

[pass1ve-inc]

Okay. So. What’s going on.

[passivefrown-inc]

*PasFrown looked down at the floor nervously*

Well... it's kinda difficult to explain. I'd kinda hoped Passive told you and PA.

[pass1ve-inc]

I always thought they were really open and friendly. Only figured out that it’s actually really reserved through living with it. Especially around me maybe, we don’t exactly have a great past, but uh. You already know that

[passivefrown-inc]

Um. Right.

*it nodded in an attempt to seem like it had any clue what Juniper was talking about*

[pass1ve-inc]

Just tell me so I can actually understand the situation. I’m not gonna blow up on you or bite or whatever, although I don’t blame you if that’s what you were worried about, we don’t exactly know each other well

[passivefrown-inc]

...

*they hesitate for a moment*

Do you promise?

[pass1ve-inc]

Mhm.

[passivefrown-inc]

Ok.

*it takes a deep breath*

Uh... Long story short, I have amnesia.

[pass1ve-inc]

Oh. That makes sense actually. Okay. Well, I’m Juniper, I don’t care what pronouns you use for me and I’m a shapeshifter.

I was surprised that you reacted to me so like… well I guess? Because you may have originally met me when I had kidnapped and replaced Passive. Which. Yeah, it was a very bad point in my life and we’re working on getting over it.

[passivefrown-inc]

Oh... Well, it's nice to meet you. I'm PasFrown, but you already know that I think. They/them and it/its.

[pass1ve-inc]

*xe looked significantly more relaxed*

Okay. Nice to meet you too. I was a bit worried about how you’d react but like. You deserve to know anything and shit.

[passivefrown-inc]

I mean, I'm kinda desensitized. This whole world just seems... weird.

[pass1ve-inc]

Yeah. That sums it up. Do you have any questions? That includes about Passive, I know it can be kind of repressed sometimes and while yeah, might not be my story to tell, I think you also deserve to understand a bit about your past.

[passivefrown-inc]

... No, I don't believe so. But thanks anyways.

[pass1ve-inc]

Aight. Wanna help me find my socks while PA is dealing with Pas?

[passivefrown-inc]

Oh. Sure!

*it stands up from the couch*

[pass1ve-inc]

Great! They’re yellow with lemons on them, haven’t been able to find them in a bit

[passivefrown-inc]

Ok! Where do you want me to look first?

[pass1ve-inc]

Maybe like under the couch or something?

[passivefrown-inc]

Alright! :]

*they crouch down on the floor and stick their hand under the couch to start searching for Juniper's socks*

[pass1ve-inc]

*Juniper disappeared into a side room, muttering something about POTS*