Monst3r: Now, before we conclude our dealings, I'm sending you a data item I stumbled across a while ago. Consider it a customer loyalty bonus if you wish.
Central: What? You never offer anything for free.
Monst3r: Humor me and read it before you get suspicious.
Central: I can read it and be suspicious at the same time.
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Posted 13:01 GMT 2066/05/12. Deleted 13:38 GMT 2066/05/12.
Exec's Last Gasps Reveal Goose Conspiracy Gaffe?
Climb Up! Staff
Audio files obtained by Climb Up! have added an extra wrinkle to the unsolved March 10th, 2066 assassination of FTM Executive Director of Engineering Leo Worgan. According to these files, the exec's last words were not, as reported in FTM's press release, "Now me and Keri will never walk on the moon," but rather, "There you are. I need an avian check in here, pronto."
Our sources familiar with corporate security have confirmed that "avian checks" are not part of the standard security protocols of FTM or any other corp. Prior to his death, Worgan had been plagued by rumors of an obsession with large birds, possibly geese, that he believed to be undermining FTM's operations. According to these rumors, this paranoia was the reason for Worgan's decreased public-facing role from mid-2065 onwards. FTM has strenuously denied the rumors and could not be reached for comment on the most recent leaks.
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Central: Hmm, another data point in favor of… wait, how did you know I would be interested in this?
Monst3r: In my experience everyone appreciates a little goose data.
Central: You know about the goose… "credit monster"… Derek, is that you?
Monst3r: Congratulations. Or should I say, congratulations, Olivia.
Central: Well, well, well. Of course I will be independently verifying your identity before dealing with you again.
Monst3r: You're certainly welcome to try.
Central: I'll look forward to the challenge.