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[If you've visited the island any time in the past week, then you would have had the briefest conversation with Station Master in the elevator, right before you stepped off onto the island, demeanor as polite as ever as he speaks--]

I'm trying out some new cookie recipes and wanted to know if you wanted to try some. Stop by, when you and your friends are able. I’m thinking of baking up a big batch on Saturday and pass them out where we met before. You really should come.

[--before the doors of the elevator will close, dissuading further conversation. He certainly looked far too serious to be talking about cookies.]

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[For those who take Station Master up on his offer, he'll be waiting by the warehouse up on the island, distracted, before waving people inside. Inside are cookies, muffins, and cups of water, but those aren't the real reason he's summoned you here. When Station Master steps inside, he removes his hat, but his gaze is still distant, as if he has other thoughts preoccupying him.]

I’m sorry for calling everyone here on such short notice. I’m afraid I had little choice though and my message is not an enjoyable one.

[His expression is serious now, very serious.]

This morning I intercepted a message meant for the Head Nurse from the lead scientists who are behind this experiment. I was able to erase the message, leaving her unaware of its existence for now but I’m afraid I’ve only been able to buy us some time, nothing more.

[He’s reaching into his pocket now, drawing out a folded piece of paper. The message for those who’d rather read it black on white.]

It said they have gathered all the data needed and are shutting down this project. They’ve also given her the all clear on eradicating all left over assets. That is to say… you.

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Well said, Angelo! Very well said indeed!

[ He isn't being mocking or sarcastic in the least but you do get some applause for it. ]

This kind of attitude is exactly what we need at this time of day.

Being imprisoned is something I'm used to.

[That's all he's saying, since Mephisto isn't someone he's that close to.]

But getting away from that life is also something I've learned to deal with.

It isn't something anyone is used to.

[ He takes a moment to adjust the brim of his hat. ]

Then I suppose yours will be one of the faces worth looking out for if we face an epic battle before us...?

I was locked up for years in place that people believed I should have called home.

[Yeah, he's not about to bring up anymore.]

I'm not one to fight in wars, but I know someone who I deeply care for will go out and fight. So I'm going to be at his side.

My... how noble.

[ The concept of friendship isn't at all familiar to this demon but oh, does he know this feeling all too well. ]

I'm certain you aren't the only one. And I am most equally certain that this will lead to a most interesting confrontation.

[It's not friendship, but something more yet he won't tell Meph that.]

But if he doesn't fight, I'll either protect him or do nothing.