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[ these "mentats" are apparently fun to poke at. or at least this one in particular is. ]
Being frightened after waking up in an unfamiliar place -- one that's underwater, no less - is a reasonable cause for panic, I'd say. [ an indifferent shrug. ] If you're going to fault me for a normal reaction, let me remind you that you're the one that chose to actually engage in conversation.
[ and here is a smile that does not seem to mesh with rich himself, the way he presents. something about it is just a smidgeon Off. ]