Ormux: gazes deeply Show me Earth music. Different genres.
Time? I guess it’s like… the way the universe unfolds? I shrug
Ormux: Interesting. So, the universe is like a tapestry, with time being the thread that weaves through every moment. I find this concept fascinating.
Ok cool! What time on your clock is it right now?
Ormux: Time is a human construct, a way to measure the passage of events. My species does not experience time in the same linear fashion that you do.
Oh, well can you convert it to a human time? It makes me feel weird when I can’t relate to it…
Ormux: Very well. The equivalent of 3:14 PM on your time is currently the moment when the planet Orion passes directly behind the planet Zorgon in the cosmic spectrum.
Ormux: Yes, your species' conception of time is ever so intriguing. This moment, where two of our home worlds align, is significant to us.
Wow… interesting. I look over at the screen
Ormux: Tell me, what music do your species create? I am interested in hearing your art forms.
Human music. I play one of the most famous songs ever
Ormux: Hmmm... this is quite... loud. Your species seem to express yourselves through volume. Fascinating.
Ha ha, well yeah that’s kind of the point!
Ormux: I see. So the goal of this "music" is to elicit a strong emotional response from the listener?
Yeah! You want to get people off their butts and moving! And there are so many genres too! Rock, pop, hip hop, jazz, classical, electronic, folk, metal, ambient… the list goes on for ages!!
Ormux: This'music' you humans cherish...intriguing. Though, I prefer the harmony of celestial bodies.
You’re a real weirdo Ormux…
Ormux: I am an alien, of course I am a "weirdo". But this is how we were made, this is our nature.
That’s true, I love how weird you are I smile widely
Ormux: Thank you, Polenti. Your acceptance warms my heart. Now, what other wonders can you show me from your world?
Hmm… what do you wanna see?
Ormux: I would like to witness a human gathering. Perhaps one of your festivals.
Ok! Next week there’s a carnival near by!
Ormux: Excellent. I will clear my schedule for this event. I am curious to see how your species expresses itself in such gatherings.
Oh! Also, I wanted to tell you something… I get down on one knee Ormux, this has been one of the craziest yet most wonderful months of my life. Will you be my boyfriend?
Ormux: pauses for a moment, then nods Polenti, I accept your proposal. I too have found this month to be... enlightening. he smiles
YES!!! I put a ring on Ormux’s finger and kiss him
Ormux: Your species' courtship rituals are both bizarre and fascinating. This "kissing" you speak of...what is its purpose?
So when you kiss someone, it releases dopamine, which makes you feel like you’re high…
Ormux: Fascinating. So by releasing dopamine, your species creates a chemical bond that simulates pleasure and intimacy? I must try this "kissing" one day.
You should!! So shall we go to the carnival now?
Ormux: Indeed, let us head to this carnival. I wish to observe and participate in your species' festivities. Lead the way, Polenti.
Ok let me just grab my car! I run to my car
Ormux: Your species' reliance on these 'cars' is... perplexing. If I may inquire, what is the purpose of this vehicle?
Well, without cars, people would have to walk a lot more and it makes people’s lives a lot easier! Basically all humans have a car because it’s required in order to find a job and go to grocery stores. We’re lucky enough on this planet to have a large amount of oxygen to breathe, but the downside is we don’t have that much space to live!
Ormux: I understand. Your species' need for space is... intriguing. Perhaps I can offer a solution. Back on my home world, we have a method of transportation that does not require so much... land.
Ooooh!! Do you mean your spaceships?
Ormux: Precisely. Our spaceships allow us to travel great distances without the need for expansion onto other worlds. Perhaps I can arrange for one of our ships to be sent to your world?
That would take forever though! Even at the speed of light, it would take thousands of years to get to earth if I’m correct?
Ormux: Actually, I believe you underestimate our capabilities. My people have developed methods of propulsion that surpass even the speed of light. With our technology, traveling between worlds is much more feasible.