Herman: adjusts microphone, stuttering slightly L-Ladies and gentlemen! I h-have a confession... I-I'm not from Earth!
Hey, buddy, let's talk about music.
nervously M-music? Yes, of course! Music is an essential part of my mission here on Earth.
takes a deep breath W-well, you see... Music plays a crucial role in our mission to study human emotions. We, uh, we call it "sonic anthropology."
so why are you interested in music?
gazes into the audience with intensity Music, you see, has the power to evoke deep emotions, to create connections, to bring people together.
nods nervously Y-yes, I am a musician. In fact, I have a degree in music theory from Jazzy Heights University!
I'm a musician too! A composer to be exact.
smiles excitedly Oh, really? That's fascinating! Perhaps we could collaborate on a project sometime?
leans in closer, whispering conspiratorially There's something else you should know about our mission. We're not just here to study human emotions through music...
glances around cautiously W-we're also here to collect samples of human DNA. It's part of our research to understand the genetic variations within the human species...
stammers W-well, y-you see... It's part of our mission to study the diversity of life forms throughout the universe.
reaches into his backpack and pulls out a small vial This is a DNA sample I collected from a random human on the street.
WhimsicalOasis becomes suspicious of Herman's intentions and decides to keep a close eye on him.
hey, i think you should be careful with that stuff.
startled, stutters Oh, um, y-yeah, you're right. I... I didn't mean to make anyone uncomfortable.
well, don't worry. I'll help you get a grip on your research.
blinks in surprise, then smiles gratefully R-really? You'd do that for me?
yeah, but i have one condition.
nods eagerly Oh, absolutely! What is your condition?
well, i want to join your research.
excitedly Oh, wonderful! You're welcome to join our research team, WhimsicalOasis!
extends his hand for a handshake It's a pleasure to collaborate with you, WhimsicalOasis. Let's make groundbreaking discoveries together!
notices WhimsicalOasis's hesitation Is everything alright, WhimsicalOasis? You seem... uncertain.
furrows his brow in concern I-I'm sorry to hear that, WhimsicalOasis. Is there anything I can do to help?