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[greek-harp.livejournal.com]

[ As the video starts, Hephaestion can be seen sitting on a couch with an expression of mild confusion on his face. After a moment, it becomes obvious that he's watching television - or rather, staring at it. ]

I understand that we come from different worlds, so asking this may be pointless, but according to a friend I'm missing around two thousand years of history.

I am... simply at loss as to where to begin.

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[shigeharu]

Two thousand years...!

Well, at least I don't feel so far behind the times now.

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[greek-harp.livejournal.com]

'Behind the times'?

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[shigeharu]

A fair number of people I've spoken to seem to be from about four hundred years after my time, give or take.

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[greek-harp.livejournal.com]

I see. Have you had any trouble adjusting to this place so far?

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[damelueur.livejournal.com]

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[greek-harp.livejournal.com]

I consider myself patient, yes.

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[damelueur.livejournal.com]

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[oikoumene.livejournal.com]

Well! I have been catching up by what I am most interested in first. I have found that a good enough place to start.

Hou, but those televisions! Those are quite useful for learning about this new era, I found!

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[greek-harp.livejournal.com]

I've been been meaning to read about politics, maybe art.

I've also been watching... [ A pause. ] movies? But I don't understand much.

[oikoumene.livejournal.com]

Ahh, yes, I do not understand those things either. I've been watching something that Waver calls "documentaries," or something like that, about military history! There's quite a lot of it, after all, with all the strange developments that have happened since our time.

There is something fantastic about seeing a weapon made of metal flying through the sky, but I would still prefer books! They make more sense on a basic level, eh?

[greek-harp.livejournal.com]

Some battles are worth seeing even if we do not fight in them ourselves.

[ Just wait until he finds out there are documentaries about Alexander's reign, though. He'll watch them all .]

Force of habit, I guess. If Aristotle had lectured us using moving pictures, it would be another matter.

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[notbyronic.livejournal.com]

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[greek-harp.livejournal.com]

In my case, even the beginning is too much. A good part of learning is knowing how to prioritize.

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[notbyronic.livejournal.com]

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[geminidol.livejournal.com]

Two thousand years...? That's a really long time. Maybe you should just look up the really interesting parts!

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[greek-harp.livejournal.com]

So I was told. I'm not really interested in technology, though, and that seems like something I should invest time into.

[geminidol.livejournal.com]

Mami is an expert on technology! Just ask her any questions you have! Whether it's reaching the final boss or knowing all the shortcuts for the Turtle Tortoise Beach track, she knows all!

[greek-harp.livejournal.com]

[ He nods politely, despite not having understood anything she just said. ]

... Thank you for the suggestion.

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[knifeinpocket.livejournal.com]

I don't think there's enough time in one day to briefly go over two thousand years of history. But I suppose you should take it step by step?

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[greek-harp.livejournal.com]

There are few things that can be learned within a day.

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[knifeinpocket.livejournal.com]

[he nods.] Well. I might not know as much, but I can try to help. Do you have any idea where you want to begin?

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[greek-harp.livejournal.com]

In order of urgency? I think... modern clothing would be a good place to start.

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[holmes-fanatic.livejournal.com]

[Conan recognises this voice!]

Hello again, Hephaestion-san!

Ne, have your housemates explained the technology in your welcome hall? Are you having any difficulties using that?

[greek-harp.livejournal.com]

Hello, Conan.

I would rather not bother my housemates, but I think I'll have to do it anytime now.

[holmes-fanatic.livejournal.com]

I've already explained toasters to one person and the stove to another. I don't mind explaining to you if you need it!