Red tape increases to exceed the available time of those needing services.

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Ace
Sorry. I’m just popping in. How are you doing?

Kimi
I hurt less. But so very bored.

Ace
Orions are fond of Earth media. Maybe we can find you a waterproof tablet or put up a monitor on a stand.

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Ready
Kimi-chan, as she insists upon being addressed, is in a somewhat unique situation. Her epidermis is still very fragile Part of the reason we have her floating in gel is to prevent pressure ulceration. Sitting up to read or view a screen would defeat that purpose.

Ace
Couldn’t they hang a monitor face down from the ceiling?

Ready
I see the merits of your suggestion. I have placed an appropriate implementation request.

Ace
Ah, yes. One advantage of The Singularity. No more bureaucratic red tape.

Ready
Sadly, no. I had to look up 12 regulations and fill out 37 forms. But at least I don’t have to sign them.

Carver (off panel)
What the Stones-?!

Narration
Relax. Han’ll be ready to sign off once han reads the justification on page 5. And the cost estimate on Appendix B isn’t all that high.