( assisted k. corp? kromer's head turns slightly, then more. )

How far up the ladder did you go? I've got a few acquaintances in there myself! Gotta say, I can't help but wonder how they're doing.

( proverbially back home, it hasn't been all that long since they spoke, but long enough—and, she supposes, assuming don quixote's not just lying out her ass here, it's been longer yet now. )