A Question

[talkyourwayout]

I think this school might need better security. It seems like people come and go basically whenever, doesn't it? I wonder if there's some kind of sign-in sheet somewhere. Of course, it's easy to just fake a signature. [Louie would know. He doesn't have forgery experience, but he's made sure he knows a bit.] The point is that I saw someone around the school, and I think I know who it is. I'm pretty sure. And if it's them, it's probably going to end badly.

Here's the thing: I don't want to just assume someone's up to something. [He knows Webby wouldn't approve. He doesn't think Lena would appreciate the mentality, either. And he's had enough fighting with friends lately.] Usually when I can tell if someone's doing something wrong, it's because I know them. I can see they're acting strange. This is a stranger.

What's the best way to find out what's going on here? If I knew this would happen, maybe I would have taken the espionage class.

[The post is unsigned, and Louie has taken the time to write it neatly - in strong contrast to his usual messy scrawl.]

Comments

[unswervingcompanion]

Is this person's behavior threatening in any way? Are they threatening fellow students if they are in fact, a student themselves?


[This one takes security very seriously.]

[talkyourwayout]

Not yet, but if I know them from where I think I do, they definitely could.

And even if they're not threatening anyone, they're not up to anything good.

[unswervingcompanion]

So they are from your homeworld then, correct?

[A thought]

There must be a way to find out what they are up to, without direct interference.

[talkyourwayout]

Well, no, but I've seen them outside of the school.

Normally I'd just trust my instincts. [Actually, normally he'd count on someone doing something - but he's not sure anyone else is aware of the problem, here.] But I'm not so sure in this case.

[unswervingcompanion]

And what do your instincts guide you to do in this instance?

[And Hendrik is just going to listen because Louie has more information than he does at this point.]

[talkyourwayout]

Maybe to try getting more information? Keep an eye on things without making it worse yet?

[unswervingcompanion]

That sounds like a wise course of action.

[He approves because he doesn't want the other to get into any trouble.]

[talkyourwayout]

Well, I am pretty wise.

[unswervingcompanion]

Very well. But if you have a need for backup, do not hesitate to ask.

[talkyourwayout]

You don't have to worry about that. I'm good at getting help.

[Delegating is kind of his specialty, after all.]

[unswervingcompanion]

I shall hold you to your word.

[Because if Louie needs help, Hendrik will be right there no questions asked.]