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[secondhandsome]

[Ever since he got his scar, Tim hasn't been a big fan of using video. But today seems to be an exception. He doesn't even seem all that nervous, actually, which is noteworthy because he's always nervous.]

Okay, uh, I've been thinking lately and... you know what, the whole me not going by my real name thing is getting way too confusing for everyone? Well, actually, it has been since day one. Would've done something about that ages ago, but... [But he was super scared of his ex-boss, you know how it goes, ha ha... ha...] Well, there were... reasons.

Except, uh... those reasons are kinda bullshit? So... whatever I've introduced myself as to anyone, you can go ahead and forget about that.

So to re-introduce myself, my name's Timothy Lawrence. You can shorten that or whatever, so long as you don't call me Jack. Literally anything but Jack, thanks.

Anyway I doubt anyone really needs help telling me apart from that other guy, since it's pretty obvious, but uh. If you're ever not sure, I'm the one that's not a self absorbed asshole.

[And with that not-so-subtle "fuck you" directed at Jack, Tim's out.]

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[brokencode]

Timothy. [Angel couldn't help but smile. She knew all too well what the process might have been to reach this point, and she couldn't help but be proud of the man.] It's a pleasure to truly meet you.

If it is any consolation, I don't think anyone could ever confuse the two of you. You come off as far too kind and welcoming.

[secondhandsome]

Ha, uh, yeah, right back at you. Properly this time.

Thanks... I definitely hope no one's ever really made that mistake. I mean, for more than a few seconds anyway...

[He's pretty sure that hasn't happened, anyway? Probably.]

[brokencode]

I doubt it. I do not think anyone could be so foolish. [And if they had, well, at least she knew how to set them straight from here on out.]

So... what are you going to do with this newfound freedom? Have you spoke to Athena about it? I am certain she will want to treat you to a drink.

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[a_sin_for_him]

Oh....Timothy.

[It feels so nice to say it publicly. She's known his true name since before they officially agreed to be a couple, but it was a private and secret thing. That he's ready to return to it, to embrace it and use it regardless of his former master...]

I'm so proud of you.

[secondhandsome]

Ha, geez... You're gonna make me blush, you know that? Then again, that's pretty much your specialty.

[At least he's aware of it.]

[a_sin_for_him]

Blush away. I mean it.

I know what this must have took, to do.

[cyan_maid]

[...Oh. Hm. Well...this cements that the two are definitely not the same person, huh? Judging by the responses...

Wow, Jane feels silly.]

Huh! Then I am delighted to make your re-acquaintance, Mister Lawrence.

[And that's that, to preserve her dignity.]

[secondhandsome]

Just... Timothy is fine too, the mister thing feels a bit much. But uh, thanks!

[cyan_maid]

Then Timothy it is!

...Ah, well...sorry for being so weird about your name when we first met, Timothy. Inquisitive girls always bite off more than they can chew.

[notvaljean]

[Heeeeeey, Jean knows this guy! They talked when he first got here! And if he's referencing Handsome Jack, that probably means he knows Krieg, Angel, and Athena!]

Hey, Timothy. I remember you. You have a Ditto.

[secondhandsome]

Oh, yeah, that's right. Yeah, I remember you too.

You had the uh... I don't remember the name, but the pokeball looking thing.

[notvaljean]

The Voltorb. Except he's an Electrode now.

How's it been going for you?

[You know, ignoring the garish scar on his face and everything.]

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[charcoalfeather]

[..... Huuh. This isn't a person Rakka knows, but judging from his words, he's definitely serious about this.]

Well... it's nice to meet you then, Timothy. [But far be it from her to not appreciate someone standing up for themselves!] You were going by another name?

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[secondhandsome]

Ah, yeah, that's right. It's... complicated, but it was because of my job? I'm-- I was a body double, which included actually taking the name of the guy I had to be like.

Except I stopped doing that, so... no reason to keep using that name anymore.

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[charcoalfeather]

A body double...? That, uh sounds dangerous. [To put it bluntly, not that Rakka has much idea about that sort of thing.]

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[veggie_vamp]

So can I call you Timmy?

[as always, the important stuff flies over her head.]

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[secondhandsome]

Uhhh... I mean... I guess? If you really want.

[kissmyaspis]

[Holy shit. Holy shit. She wasn't really expecting him to do this, and she's not quite sure where this is coming from all of a sudden... but goddamn. Athena's never been prouder of Tim than now. Not even taking down The Sentinel can top this.]

Impressive, Timothy.

[She's not the type to scream I'M SO DAMN PROUD OF YOU but with the grin she's not even trying to hide and her words... it might as well be the same thing coming from her.]

Not that you need a reason, but is there a point to this metaphorical middle finger to Jack happening now?

[secondhandsome]

...Thanks.

[Yeah something like that is definitely a big deal coming from Athena. He definitely appreciates it.]

Ah, well, uh... I actually sorta ran into him? You know, during prom. That's kinda what prompted this, I guess...

[11121_assumption]

[ It's been a long, long time. But Walter remembered Tim. And Walter knew enough about Jack from having to work alongside him and hearing his network posts. He still didn't understand their relationship. But something about this... ]

Timothy. It's good to finally see you. You seem...better. Much better. [ Last time they had talked...that was back shortly after he had gotten the scar and his poor little Espurr, wasn't it? ]

[secondhandsome]

Oh, hey... Thanks. I definitely feel better, heh...

And, uh, sorry, yeah, I haven't been very... social for a while now. Outside of a handful of people...

[So like. The Pandora crew and Lust, basically.]

[islandshore]

Huh. So you've been using an alias?

[Interesting. It gives Riku pause- in part because he doesn't have a lot of knowledge on the subject.]

Heh. Well, I won't call you Jack- sounds like you've got some personal beef with the name, but I can respect that.

[secondhandsome]

Someone else's name, to be specific. My job's contract required it, so legally speaking I'm probably still not allowed to use my real name. But also we're not even on the right planet for that to matter, so screw it.

Also yeah, uh, the real Jack is the worst, so... I appreciate that.

[fuelthefire]

[Awwww, snap, it's the Doppelganger! And he's...actually introducing himself? After all this time...! It's a Christmas miracle!]

CONGRATS ON THE BACKBONE, TIMOTHY LAWRENCE!!

[Now that Krieg knows the doppelganger's name, he actually...will probably continue to use it. Go figure.]

hits this up fashionably late

[secondhandsome]

[A miracle indeed.]

Ah... uh, thanks? Yeah. [Ah Krieg. Always being so... Krieg.] Man, don't even remember how long it's been since I heard this many people using my name. Feels... pretty good, honestly.