"Yeah, I guess if you're part of an institution that you believe in, it makes sense to show up at the parties," Mark agrees, quickly flipping through to the first of his favorite levels, Truth and Reconciliation, before setting them on Legendary and tapping in. "Although I can't say that I've always done the same back home. Sometimes I opt out of parties and send a check or donation instead, seems like it'd be the more productive choice. Not here, though. Here I'm just... you know."

His lips press thinly.

"Not really a part of the general island populace, I guess. Rather hole up and play video games, more like how it was back home." After a brief glance in her direction, he turns his attention back to the game. "You like it here?"