
Reconnected VN
A downloadable Visual Novel for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android
CONTENT WARNING: Reconnected includes sexual themes, scenes of extreme graphic violence, and is not for the faint of heart!
After war ravages the Solarian system, the defeated species of Earth are exiled to the Andromeda galaxy. Millennia later, the warring factions have evolved and forgiven, agreeing to reconnect with one another and share their cultures. Peace seems to be a fleeting promise when diplomats and
civilians alike are mysteriously murdered at the hands of an unknown assailant. Terror and fear grips the city as the killer is on the prowl, and you find yourself locked in the middle of the investigation.
You play as the diplomat sent from the Solarian system, and have to fight to overcome the struggles and challenges of this strange new world with the help of your friends.
Solve the case, protect the people you care about, explore the world, and fall in love through "Reconnected"! A one of a kind horror/mystery/romance visual novel. Always remember, Things on Zenalyr are Rarely What they Seem to Be.
Reconnected uses adaptive story telling elements to hide clues and evidence to the mystery WITHIN the text and game itself. Headphones or access to audio is HIGHLY recommended so you can pick up on all the clues!
This VN is in Beta, and many things are being updated and changed with every release!
Feel free to support the VN on Patreon if you enjoyed it, and want access to exclusive behind the scenes content, early access to updates, developer forums, and the ability to provide direct input and feedback! You also get access to watching me write the story live on discord streams!
https://www.patreon.com/c/KaiRaiken
Illustrations by: Vitaly and Sushi-Dog
Written and Developed By: (Me, Kai Raiken)
All images used are open source and creative commons licenses
All audio and music used is royalty free, and copyright free, with sources in the credits.
https://discord.gg/reconnectedvn
Please leave rating if you enjoyed so more people can find and enjoy the VN as well ❤️.
| Status | In development |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android |
| Rating | Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars (470 total ratings) |
| Author | Kai Raiken |
| Genre | Visual Novel |
| Tags | Adult, Bara, Erotic, Furry, Gay, Horror, LGBT, Mystery, Romance, Sci-fi |
| Average session | A few hours |
| Content | No generative AI was used |
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Install instructions
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Development log
- Reconnected build 472 days ago
- Reconnected build 3.1Nov 02, 2025
- Reconnected Build 3.0Nov 02, 2025
- Build 2.0 is here!May 03, 2025
- APRIL CONTENT RELEASE UPDATE!Apr 25, 2025
- 1.1 Now live for Android users!Mar 29, 2025
- First Week Content Update!Mar 28, 2025
- Android Version Released!Mar 25, 2025






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So, I didn't finished yet, but i wanted to give me honest opinion about the vn. I think it's a good vn, with a lot of potential but, if not treated carefully, can lead to dissapointment.
SPOILERS
I'm liking it a lot and love Kai even more. I was very invested with the political theme and the murder trama. Kinda reminds me of beastars, some of the topics.
The scene where Kai tells us about his past it's heartbreaking and it made me tear up. The art is amazing, and the music is well selected.
However, I fear that the seriousness of the vn is lost because of the fan service. I don't mind it, but I think some scenes could be better placed. For example, the scene where Eco has that nightmare about Kai eating him iS very long, thats fine, but then with the scene with Kai helping him to the shower it feels like the tension is too quickly broken for such a traumatic event. Also, it's waaaaay too descriptive and repetitive, sometimes. In the same shower scene, Eco is thinking again what he saw in his dream, when we already saw it a couple of scenes before, and I feel like there are some more scenes like that that could cut off some descriptions.
Also, Eco as a main character feel a bit comedic sometimes, so I have positive and negative feelings about him. He has nice scenes, in instance when he is more vulnerable with atticus. That was an amazing scene. But then, you have that scene where he gets overly sad because he doesn't have anymore peanut butter, just after his friend confesses him that he has been in a very traumatic war. I think it's ok, but not in that moment.
Still, I think it's a good vn and I will still keep following it,
From one developper to another, I wish you a lot of luck and strengh for your project;D
About Eco being helped to the shower and how it diminished the trauma - he tried to ground himself before by stating Kai is his friend and wouldn't hurt him. He went over the dream and what he saw because the trauma was still lingering. Therefore the tension is still there just that he is working through it yet.
And the peanut butter is Ecos favorite thing and connection to his now old life back home. That is why it's hard on him. He isn't sure he can get anymore. It may not be as traumatic as Kai's experience but it gives him comfort when few things do in his current situation. And trust me, having something familiar or special to you, it can really help you mentally during hard times.
!Spoilers!
I don't understand why I can't choose the topping option?😭 Can someone tell me why?
There are 7 choice prompts through the VN and you need to pick the correct answer for each. It is meant to be difficult to get. The scene itself is not as hot as you may think it is since it goes against what Eco truly wants. You'll gather that through the VN as well. It is possible to unlock though if you are determined.
Thank you for informing me😭 I always wondered if these choices had long lasting effects or were just short different outcomes
Super promising VN with great world building! Having the Datapad update over time was a lovely addition; I know this is only in the beta right now, but I'm still pretty astonished by how immersive this VN is so far. I'm looking forward to see how the menu screen UI might change... also to hear more entertaining dialogue/banter between the characters.
The romance between Kai and Eco is super sweet... I tend to enjoy these kinds of "Man vs Supernatural/Fate/Society" plots with romance on the side, but sometimes the characters frustrate me with how easily provoked they are by each other and their captors, haha! I think Kezza and Acadia are my favorite characters for being level-headed, for that reason. Seeing Eco channel his strife into lashing out at others sorta makes me feel disconnected/dissociated from him, but in spite of this, I love that it gives him a nuanced personality.
I saw others complain about slow-pacing and repetition, but I think the only times I truly wanted to skip forward were during Eco's dream/nightmare visions that are reasonably meant to freak you out anyways. That said, everything occurring in the span of a few days does feel a bit fast/unnatural, but Eco acknowledges how quickly everything's moving when contemplating about his relationship with Kai, so I didn't find it too problematic. Plus, I can easily gloss over the timeline when remembering this is a sci-fi furry visual novel about interplanetary warfare, lol.
In short, loved reading this! 5 stars :)
I really wish there was a gallery section but the VN is ok
Not gonna lie... you using your own sona as the romanced character has me kinda intrigued 👀 /j
In seriousness, very good VN. I always love dark stories, and this one scratches a particular itch.
Also... VoreTec must be quite the fun place. Might need to meet this Jayce fellow 😉
I wish i could give Vulterus head pats and belly rubs
¡Ya terminé la última actualización y esta novela visual superó todas mis expectativas! La relación entre el protagonista y Kai es preciosa, y la historia es muy interesante, I loved the music too! ¡Me encantó todo de la novela visual! ¡Estoy deseando ver qué viene después!
GUYS, like i tried everything but how come i get the Top/bad ending??
Am I too dumb or what (maybe I am) like the other comment said clear but in a weird cryptic way that I didn't understand 😭 so like, does anyone has the correct order or something for me?
Pretty nice read, got me wondering how it ends, that's always a good thing in my book!
Say, what is that background music that plays when you speak with kezza at night? it's called 'evidence' but i didn't find it in the credits and i was wondering if it's a royalty free one.
Its been a while since a VN grabbed my attention with a death grip like this, the way my soul shattered when the "to be continued" screen finally popped up 😭. I am, somewhat, patiently awaiting the next update.
P.S. i wanted to dislike vulterus but then he hit me with that 🥺 face and i just 🫠
Keep up the amazing work!
AMAZING game, not one for mystery or gore (gagged at the body in the roof...) but you did it well enough to keep me reading, im close to finishing but i had to post this. Also spoiler?? (idk)
Vulterus represents valor, Kai courage, Eco compassion, and the shy fox (forgot his name) is innocence, ima tad bit confused why it says 2 have fallen. Im also just saying the names based on text coloring. pls help
I'm so glad you enjoyed it! Please remember to leave a rating if you feel it deserved it, and thanks for reading!
The text colouring during some of the demonic chorus scenes may be a clue as to which of the pillars have 'fallen', though such a correlation may not necessarily be as straightforward as it appears.
10/10 The first game to guilt trip me for wanting to be top.
:'D Hahaha. I'm glad you liked it <3
Why do I get bad feelings about Kai? I'm feeling he's a betrayer😭
the protagonist is drinking the water and they describe it as sweet tasting!
I’m sorry but if I entered a foreign place and the tap water tasted sweet, I would be highly concerned because water shouldn’t taste like anything and specifically concerned because it’s sweet… which could mean the water is contaminated with lead.
While it's true that a sweet taste in water could be a sign of lead, it could also be a sign of other factors such as dehydration, the presence of benign water impurities, or certain health conditions, and given the context, the case of dehydration fits rather well.
The adjective could have also been meant in a figurative sense rather than a literal one.
IM SO IN LOVE!!!! looking for more updates casue it's so good, and i give it 10/10 with a cherry on top
Thank you so much for your sweet words! Feel free to join the discord to hangout and get all the RCVN news, and if you feel like the VN deserved it, be sure to leave a rating!
I fell in love with this game. It got my attention when I saw the combination of horror and Sci-fi. I played it, thinking that it would be something like "Alien" but with furries; and I'm so happy to discover that this visual novel is much mora than that, creating an unique experiencie. I enjoy the little elements, like the details of the text that the creator of this game, uses to interact with the player, like breaking the 4th wall for moments to show you important parts of the story. The prologie catches your attention inmidiatly with the love letter to classic horror movies from the 80s and 90s; and making the player to want to learn more of the mystery about it. Each character is unique and develops their role in the story perfectly, making you care for each one of them, hate some when they deserve it, or showing you that sometimes, nothing is what it seems. I hand't finished it yet, because I'm taking my sweet time and enjoying every second of this experience. Thanks to the creator of this game, for making a wonderfull game, that is making me enjoy VNs all over again.
Awww, thank you so much for this! I appreciate it a lot <3 Feel free to stop by the discord some time, and if you believe it deserved it, I'd love it if you left a rating. Thanks so much for enjoying!
So i got the choice with kai that says there will be major consequences in the story i tried to choose fall back or keep the mask on and it says an error for the secret ending and i don't have what it needs and I'm no detective what so ever so can anyone help?
you can send me a dm on discord with a screenshot of the error, and I can help you then. With the information provided I'm not sure how much I can help you
I'm having the same issue!
you're playing on a previous save state
How do you unlock the “Keep on the mask?” option/result? I think I may have missed a flag earlier in the story.
The truth is, I have tried making the other decisions that I did not choose the first time and the option is still not eligible. Unless it is an option that required choosing certain specific answers, I don't know.
The path does require choosing specific answers. In fact, there's only one combination of answers that'll enable the ability to take that route.
Broadly speaking, the choice needed at each prompt is generally the one that is passive, not considerate, and/or reluctant to make figurative waves.
Be forewarned that even within the scope of what's been written so far, the alternate route is not a particularly happy one.
Thanks and, so the other route looks like it might end up more in a bad ending than the first option
The secret monster reminds me of this monster series that there was a monster they thought was a group of monster because their first encounter they see many eyes turns out it just one monster with six eyes then later they thought the monster was big because they saw the claws in the ceiling turns out it was an average hieght just with wings that is why it can reach the ceiling, The monster is just a mothman. sorry just sharing silly things anyway love it keep up the good work.
I have a question. The game seems linear, and you're planning a sequel. Will there be different routes or anything like that? I ask because I'd like to know more about Atticus and Vul; I find them both more interesting characters than the protagonist.
the new cover for 4.1….?! im scared 0-o
I discovered this VN by chance and I have to admit it's one of the greater stories I've had the pleasure of reading. Each of the characters are beautifully designed both through their art and brilliant character writing. The chemistry between the protagonist and Kai is just so endearing. I found myself smiling like an idiot whenever the two would banter and tease each other. I'm truly invested in the plot and I will be patiently waiting for the next one! Just stunning work. Much love to the creator and everyone involved in bringing this story to life. <3
I'm genuinely interested in the plot and the characters, so it pains me to say this but ... the narration is so damn frustrating a times, it feels slow in a bad way, I feel like the mc is constantly repeating things or rephrasing endlessly what was said 30 seconds ago, some dialogues feels extremely long if I simply sum up what information were given yet I don't want to miss anything so I don't dare to skip a single sentence, but damn it's so fucking frustrating. No one else is commenting on this, so I guess it's a me thing...
It's a you thing.
I haven't completed my read yet but yeah it does seem a bit rambly at times
Nah. Definitely not just a you thing. I also find myself getting annoyed at how MC just rambles on and on internally. Like I know how the MC is said to be an overthinker, but sometimes it becomes too much. Especially when he monolgues internally and gets anxious instead of just talking things out with Kai
Some Spoilers below; but it's mainly just some critique.
I'm assuming that the ability to Top is not quite yet implemented? because I'm assuming that the choice option is grey'd out because it's not added yet? I was quite dissapointed because personally I am a top myself and when given the possibility, I would really enjoy it.
'cause I know that our dear Solarian is meant to be a self-insert,
Considering that you can pick a name and everything, of course I understand incase if the MC is meant to be a bottom but when Kai gives you the oppertunity to top; would be nice to actually indulge in that offer,
It's just weird to label the choice options as "Stay in the mask" and "Get out of the cage" considering that the MC is most likely a self-insert,
I dunno, I just wanna top Kai :3
Mc is certainly not a self insert in the traditional sense, and the top option is fully implemented :)
I feel like the MC has shown pretty clearly that he's not a blank slate you're meant to take on the role of. That being said, you are obviously free to choose whichever you please, but I do hope the MC made it very clear the consequences of picking either option. The option is greyed out because it locks you into a... let's say 'less than savory' ending, and isn't meant to be picked on the first play through because of ramifications, even if it is fully implemented.
Can't help but wonder, why? Why not let people make a "bad" choice? it's not like they can't replay the scene or load a save.
Because i don't want people to experience it on their first play through. its ending is incompatible with the sequel, so if I don't do something to establish it as exclusive, then it would get confusing in the long run.
People are more than welcome to make a "bad" choice! It's their choice! That's why it's implemented in the first place instead of me waiting to release that scene until after the vn was finished. I just figured this was a good middle ground of "You're not supposed to go in that room, but if you REALLLLLY want to, you can."
I see, I see. Thank you for the reply
I absolutely love the story. Everything just fits so good together. The art, the music, the storyline itself, and the expressions and designs of the characters. It's just perfect. I was instantly hooked. The update was also amazing! The character development of everyone was so well made. I especially love the music. If it's possible, could you share the names of the tracks that are public? It would be amazing to have easy access to them. Thank you for creating this masterpiece and I can't wait for the next update!
the music is fully listed and attributed in the credits at the very end <3
Thank you so much for replying! And thank you. I will have a look right away!
Ok first of all, WOW THIS UPDATE WAS INSANE! THE LORE, THE MYSTERY, THE BETRAYAL, THE ROMANCE, HOW THE PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE THE CHARACTERS COME CRASHING WITH ONE ANOTHER. Chills and excitement are an understatement to what I felt reading this VN. I personally think that the Villain at this point might even be Acadia, but that’s just my suspicion… Anyway thank you Author and all those who contributed for this amazing experience, I’ll patiently await for what this story holds. Also please ANYONE give Vulterus a therapist (And maybe a hug). One thing I personally don’t like but maybe it’s just me, is Eco’s eyes, they are a bit “dull” and empty not say the artist has done a bad job, far from it! But they lack emotion that glint maybe even some eye bags or something I dunno. Still hella solid job, love Kezza’s new design, i Hope in the future that Vulterus can get some love and maybe character development. XOXO see you next time PEACE!
Oh vulterus is the main star of the next segment for sure haha, no worries there! That character gonna get explored real good!
I bet Vul is gonna get some serious humble pie next update.
And thank you so much for the kind words <3 they mean so much to me as the writer <3
Eco definitely knows how to deal with people like Vul.
why do i get the feeling Vul is about to get a massive taste of humble pie
Damn such a good update. I love how Eco feels like a good protagonist with his inner monologue and his own self issues, rather than a self insert.
And omg that last scene with Kai felt so cute and intimate, the music was top tier too, it really added to the feelings. I still havent seen the other option because i dunno how to get it, but it was so beatiful that im happy as it is.
And lastly, if we're getting updates with this quality. Please just take all the time you need to realese them!
Thank you so much <3 I appreciate it a lot! If you think the update deserved a 5 star review, it would mean the world to me! My goal is to get 400, and I'm so close!
How do I give stars???????😔
Just leave a rating! It's in the top right, if i recall? Says something like "leave a rating", or something akin to that!
Eco feels like a competent MC done right. Typically i end up rolling my eyes at diplomat MCs because their diplomacy skills seem to equal being polite in a society of barbarians lol. But eco isn't that bad at talking his way through and is a bit more proactive, so he doesn't fall into the damsel tropes besides the obvious nightmare PSTD but at least that's understandable
Eco isn't one to sit back and let things happen around him! He's going to make his mark known!
Why do i get the feeling Vul is about to get an entire humble pie very soon
First of all, OMG I LOVE THIS UPDATEEEE ISTG IT WAS THE BEST THING THAT HAPPENED IN THIS MONTH?? AND LIKE I LOVE HOW THE STORY GOES AND I LITERALLY CAN'T WAIT TO FIND OUT WHO THE DARK ONE IS?? (idk if this counts as spoilers : c ) I ALSO LOVE THE MUSIC AND I ABSOLUTELY ADORE YOUR WORK!! KEEP IT UPPPPP!!!!!!!!!
Edit: also, while I was reading some comments I noticed that most people get the option to be top grayed out and that it could be only unlocked by some choices and I had it unlocked without knowing that 😭 I still picked to be bottom tho..
Awesome! You're one of the few that got it naturally then! I even made a warning before selecting that option just in case <3 I'm so glad you enjoyed!
First of all, I have to say that I really appreciate the release of the new version, Thanks to the great author!
Then I have a small problem. In my first archive where I tried my best to make choices, when it came to that critical moment, the option for being top was actually grayed out? Moreover, I repeatedly tried many times afterward, using every possible combination of the options that appeared in every way I could imagine, but that button remained gray.
I guessed it might be an issue with my operation. Since keeping on the mask might not be a very good-looking option, I chose the least good option next time (sorry, Kai), but it turned out I was wrong, that button was still gray.
I also guessed that maybe I hadn't done well enough, so I tried to choose every seemingly perfect option, but this plan still didn't work.
So, does anyone know how to unlock that button? It really matters a lot to me 😢I mean……who will not want to be the top in front of kai?
Well, since eco makes it quite clear what he wants and what it means to him, picking that option goes against the character's explicit wishes, so it can only be unlocked by a certain combo of dialogue choices <3
Thank you for your reply. Now I know what to do.
I have to say — even though I personally would prefer to be the top with Kai, I'm also genuinely glad that Eco finally understands what he wants and has chosen to be his true self.
Coming to terms with oneself is a major life task for everyone, and Eco has managed it in most situations,that's really great.
So I'll just treat my own exploration as a small, private attempt, something that's only on my side. As for Eco himself, he will always be able to choose the option that represents his true heart
You get it! That's one of the whole running themes of rcvn is giving up your expectations and what you want for the greater good, without losing your identity in the process.
To make eco choose the path of fear, and refusing to embrace himself comes with some pretty hefty consequences... consequences that are hefty enough to make it incompatible with the sequel. That's why I gate kept it. It is in the game, you can technically go trial and error your way through it and unlock it. The art in the top scene is amazing, the special song is beautiful, but the writing is truly heart breaking at the culmination of it. You will feel like a very bad person if you pick it haha, which is very intentional. If you are imagining a hot, passionate scene, change your expectations. Eco is not happy for a single moment during it.
Well, this reminds me of the genocide route in a certain game. Doing this isn't about being morally good or bad, and I don't enjoy seeing any of it either. But choosing this path means bearing the pressure and guilt for the sake of wanting to see more of the story. Trying to tell myself "it's just a game" or "this is just an unreal, nonexistent future" doesn’t help at all.
Yeah… but I’m an evil completionist 🤓
So that those who don’t want to do this can still know what this heartbreaking path looks like, so others don’t have to bear the sin of bloodstained hands or the pain of moral condemnation — for everyone’s happiness! I… shall become the necessary evil of this world! 🤓 (damn it, that sounds like a villain’s speech)
Alright, I admit,this is just my selfish desire. But unfortunately, it’s so strong that it drives me to hurt others. Eco and Kai… I’m truly sorry 🥺🥺🥺😭😭😭 I will never forget you 😢😢😢
I highly recommend doing the path! But not the first time through :)
Hence why I am choosing to gatekeep it so readers can experience the story in the way it was intended to be told. I will obviously reveal the path publicly at the end of the VN, and of course, anyone is welcome to spend the time doing guess and check or going through the code to find the path for it.
It's more of a "non-cannon secret ending" rather than a viable option, so I don't want anyone to accidentally stumble onto it during their play-through.
Not to spoil anything, but the consequences of picking that route are... well... they're pretty disgusting by the ending haha.
Okay there are 7 pairs of choices, so that means we have 2⁷ so there is calculate 1 in a 128 possible combination to unlock this CGI… Wow, okay definitely NOT gonna go that, good luck everyone else!
NEW UPDATE!!! Can't wait to see how this goes.
Its been 5 months since last update i can't wait any longer xD vnm i survived the surgery i can wait I really can't wait for the next part i wonder why it's not as talked about echo and other vn? It has great theme hot characters amazing mystery supernatural amazing horror amazing art and CGI legit it has everything far beyond the world and far more or echo and it's still not talked enough its sad
The next update comes this saturday! 6 days!
I knew it'd be 6 months.
Can't wait!
Oh, sweet. I just played through for the first time a few days ago; I played the first build partway through, but at the time I'd just started really burning out on VNs.
Kept an eye on it though 'cause I thought it seemed really interesting from what I'd already played, and was pleasantly surprised to see just how much content had been added. I'm eager to see where things go!
please as quickly as you can 🥺🥺i can't wait any more,i want to play right now🥺🥺even if it's just one day earlier, would Friday work?"🥺🥺😭😭😭
Relax it’s not GTA6 the update is there you’ll only have to wait a few days besides if dogs taught me something, is that with patience, good boys always get a treat… And that wiggling your butt in front of someone, will immediately get their attention.
Okay, maybe you've got a point.
But just now, I remembered something even more frustrating,I realized that the author and I are 16 hours apart in time zone difference… Even though I've already reached Saturday and am eagerly looking forward to the new version, the new version is still quietly watching me from 16 hours away…
So what I'm trying to say is… I want to play it right now,😭😭😭I just want to play it right now😭😭😭
Your Wish has been granted by the mighty Creator of this VN… So yeah I guess I should have been more demanding after all… I WANT BUILD 5 ALREADY!!
I just want to point this out that the CG doesn't look like the 2nd screenshot and the Sprites are not there.
What image are you talking about?
Sorry never mind, i just didn't progress enough. i was confused because the BG for right as you arrive was an overlook of a city and didn't seem like a port of transportation.
For the overall I have enjoyed this story so far. I have some minor gripes with the character you perceive through (they definitely give me bipolar vibes), but for the most part I have gotten past that. Also, amusingly enough a song from League of Legends, "Bite", always makes me think of this game. Tell me if anyone else gets that feeling.
Bite - League of Legends
This VN has such wonderful writeing and i am very excited for the new update^^ keep up the amazing work! <3
Hey! Im the only one who played on android and can't continue after this?
You are on a significantly older version of the game, as that scene quite literally no longer exists (due to the bug you have)
Re-download the current version and you should be fine!
Ohhh thanks!!!
I'm enjoying the VN so far my only gripe is the zenalyrian, i just cant get behind Acadia, she's flawed and that's fine, i just cant get behind her, her racism hits a little close to home for me, so props to the writing for being so good
this is a compelling vn so far. When the mext update. I wanna know what happens next
Can't wait for the next update
Question, Do Vulterus (or in general Vulperians ) clothes come with holes in it so they can pass through easily since the spikes on Vulterus body come from his skeleton or body structure(?). Also do all Vulperians have spikes or only the royal class ones? (BTW The animation looks sick add sound if u want, can’t wait to see what you’re cooking. XOXO)
All vulperians have spikes, and I'd asusme their clothes come with the holes haha
First of all thanks for the reply and also inhale
Are clothes custom-made or every Vulperian has spikes in the sames spots? Is every Vulperian the same size (More or less) or are there like albino alpha/Apex version wich are smaller/bigger? How big are Vulperian cubs? Are females smaller than males? Will we meet Kiara and if so will she have her own sprite? What happens to Kai’s temperature if he has a fever or if he’s ill? Are we ever gonna get reconnected merchandise?
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Sorry About being a nuisance I’m just bored. You don’t have answer this; my job here is done until we meet again.