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[recognize_an_opportunity]

[At least, for once, this is an intentional video. He is, however, much more casually attired than usual -- which, in this case, means with no suit jacket, no tie, and sleeves rolled up to his elbows. And he appears to be leaning on a car, cigarette in hand, as ever, and an errant smudge of grease or two on his face.]

I have two questions for the City at large. Call it... research.

[One of those tiny, polite smiles, and then...]

First of all, if there were one thing you think this city is lacking -- and "a means of escape" isn't a valid answer here, I'm afraid, since we all want that -- what would it be?

[A long pause.]

Second of all, I've been informed that I'm in need of at least one "modern" outfit, whatever that means. Is anyone here willing to assist?

Comments

[candothat]

Authentic Russian cuisine and yes, but I have been told that my ability to choose clothing leaves something to be desired.

[recognize_an_opportunity]

You're right, I haven't noticed much in the way of Russian cuisine.

[A chuckle.]

You don't look so bad to me, in general, but then, I know very little about futuristic fashion trends.

[candothat]

It is a tragedy. I'm forced to make it.

Thank you, but Lucy helps me choose clothing. She knows what is fashionable in the twenty-first century.

[recognize_an_opportunity]

And how are you at cooking, in general?

I admit, I'm often confused by things I see young people wearing around the City.

[Was that a "kids these days" statement? Yes. Yes it was.]

[candothat]

Good, generally. It is only edible chemistry.

[You are so old, Meyer.]

Clothing is very important in the City's predominant culture. Determining what to wear is difficult--more so for women. There are rules and certain things to wear in certain seasons...

[recognize_an_opportunity]

I generally prefer to stick to a suit, of course, which I don't think anyone finds objectionable, but I've been encouraged to try new things, and in the spirit of that...

[A sigh.]

Well. I'm making an effort.

[candothat]

Denim jeans are popular. I can't imagine you in them, however.

[recognize_an_opportunity]

I'm not sure I can imagine it, either. I'd be willing to try it out, but...

[He doesn't sound so sure about that.]

[candothat]

There's no harm in trying. You can even try them on for free in stores.

[recognize_an_opportunity]

Somehow I get the sense that I'd be inviting mockery from my friends if I actually purchased jeans, but I suppose trying something on can't hurt.