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[forcevisions]

i made a mistake


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Riverstone is interested in cooperating with the Displaced to learn more about the people who brought us here. They figured out who I was when I put in the paperwork to change my name back. Apparently, I'm still on the UN's most wanted list, but someone prevented the UN from acting to bring me into custody. 

I don't know who, and neither does Riverstone — in fact, they asked me about it.

But they know that I'm one of the Displaced, which actually explains a few things. I've been working for Riverstone for months. After I went to Everest, I was gone a bit longer than the rest of us, well beyond El's coverage. They gave me back my job anyway. I don't think this was news to them. If you ask me, that's a sign they're not out to get us, but I realize not everyone will agree there.

Now they want to talk to all of us, or as many of us as are interested. Riverstone is offering to pay travel expenses in New Beijing for one week for anyone who wants to undergo observation and testing of their power, and who's willing to answer some questions. I know that sounds scary. I know scary. The UNA had me in custody for some time, running "tests." But Riverstone claims that what they're offering is different, that we'll preview everything first.

Before you decide, I should mention ... they think they might know something about who's been dropping us off. In return for our cooperation, they're willing to exchange that information. 

I'm not telling anyone what to do, and no one else should try to do that either. But if follow (this) link, you can register your information with the Riverstone employees in charge of this, and they'll reach out to you to arrange the trip.

Comments

[lifetothefullest]

I think that's a good idea, both so that plans can be made and so that people just know what they're getting into before they're at the point of having to make a quick decision. That's even more important if the descriptions may be vague--purposefully or otherwise--or just contain terminology those participating might not be familiar with or have time to truly understand.

If they hesitate to give you this information in advance, that would also be a warning sign that there's something underhanded going on.

[forcevisions]

And what would it look like, you think, if they're really harmless?

[lifetothefullest]

Good question, because if they're really smart, they can make everything look good even when it isn't.

However, if they really are genuine, everything will be very transparent. They'll answer any questions you have clearly, upfront, and without being vague or evasive. They'll be understanding of suspicion and concern, and--within reason--accommodate requests made with safety in mind, such as having someone present as a witness or just simply moral support.

Again, doing all of that doesn't inherently mean they're harmless, and there's a very real risk of later danger in regard to what they might use this information for. But in the short term, those sorts of things would indicate that agreeing to and taking part in the tests would probably not be inherently dangerous in itself, in the sense that there probably wouldn't need to be a rescue mission or anything (although even if they do all this, I think having a rescue team on standby is still a good idea.)

[forcevisions]

Thanks :)

This helps. I know people don't believe me, but I was wary about this at first too. I just think that people made good points about how it might be worth it. I feel better knowing what to look for.

[lifetothefullest]

You're welcome, and I'm glad it helps. Hopefully this really will be worth it, especially if you can go into all of it as prepared as possible.

If there's anything else I can help with in that regard, just let me know.