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Tonight, Jim receives a PINpoint delivery from Hunter.

A small origami penguin appears in front of him. In a demonstration of how much stronger Hunter's magical abilities have become, the penguin waddles for a couple of moments.

Then it bows, and unfolds, revealing a note behind.
In the hands of he with Endless Patience, you will find understanding... Delivered by logic and wit.

On the eighth and final night of Hanukkah, an origami wolf appears from Jim's PINpoint. It walks gracefully across the table. And actually howls soulfully, before bowing, and unfolding itself into a note form.

In the hands of he who will always be there for you You will find a way to mend the broken pieces Delivered by compassion, understanding and love.

Tonight, Jim's PINpoint chimes softly. And a medium-sized gold gift box appears in Jim's apartment.

There is a note attached.

Don't worry. I am not going to make you wait two days to unwrap this gift. It is just a little preview of what is to come. Love Hunter

Inside the gift is a black T-shirt, in Jim's size.

Every since Jim left for his five-year mission, he has received a weekly package from Hunter PINpointed to him.

Most of the time, the package would include a letter, providing a small update about Hunter's life. He would write to Jim about changes and growth for the Foundation, or about a new artist he discovered, or just about some of the new people that have arrived in the Nexus recently.

Often, the package would include a sketch, that would briefly come alive with the blessing of Hunter's magical ability. His sketches were of people they both knew, or of the Nexus in general, or some bustling area of New York city.

And there were a few times when the package would include a poem, or a note from Hermione, or a audio tape of Hunter trying to re-learn the guitar.

In the most recent package, the first thing Jim might notice is a very detailed sketch of Natasha, like she is leaning over Hunter, and studying him carefully. The thing about this sketch is that it does not move. It is just a sketch.

As Jim reads the letter inside the package, he will learn about Hunter losing his magical ability. About Natasha shaving off his hair. About Faris and Hunter learning how it happened, and the mystery of the young girl who looked like Kendra.

Hunter admits he still doesn't feel like himself yet. And the search continues for answers. But at least, he knows his friends are always there for him.

Edited 2018-07-01 02:59 (UTC)

Jim still receives letters and packages from Hunter once a week. There have not been any dire updates in over a month. But recently something had happened, that Hunter needs to tell Jim about.

The package waiting Jim contains a iPad, and there is only one video on the main screen, that contains the words 'Play Me Please' on it.

When the video comes to life, it is Hunter sitting on his bed. He smiles at the camera. "Hi Jim."

"I thought that since it had been a while since we 'saw' each other, that this might be a nice way to send you a little update on my life." He chuckles.

"I wanted you to know that I have decided to take a little road trip. It is starting to drive me a little crazy that I can't go to the Foundation, or to my Art Gallery. Well... I can go there... but they don't recognize me. And I can not be as involved with either project as I was. The free time is getting to be a little frustrating." Hunter sighs. "I want to do something."

"So after a recent conversation with Faris and Chanath, I decided to take advantage of the end of summer and visit as many of the national parks that are located around the States as I can. Get on my bike and exploring the back country. And just... get out of the apartment for a bit."

"So for the next little while... send your letters to my PINpoint."

Hunter runs his left hand through his hair. There is ink visible on his forearm. And he smiles, holding out his left forearm to the camera. "I got a little piece of who I was with the magic back. The tattoo artist was really great. He took the time to study my drawing, and speak with me, and make sure that the finished project was what I wanted."

"I'm..." Hunter runs a hand through his hair. "I really don't know if I will ever get my magic back. And I am starting to feel a little scared by the thought of it. I guess I am really starting to miss that piece of myself."

"I feel lost without it." He wipes away a stray tear from his eyes. And tries to calm himself with a deep breath.

"I know her name now. Kendra's sister. It is Karlene." Hunter looks back at the camera. "I had a dream, that led me to her. She was in trouble. Three men were about to attack her. And I... I had to protect her."

"I got stabbed Jim." He admits. And frowns.

"Karlene used her magic -- my magic -- to heal me. But I could feel the pain of being changed again. And I told her to stop. She still has no control."

"I told her that I could help her. Get her to someone who could teach her. But she just... ran away again." Hunter sighs.

"And so... I just don't know if I will ever get that magic back. And I thought I was okay with it. But I really am not. I feel all out of sorts."

"I think getting away from the city for a bit will be good for me."

Hunter moves off his bed, and grabs his guitar, before sitting back down. He smiles at the camera. And then plays and sings to I'm Gonna Be.

At the end of the song, he smiles again. "Love you Jim." And turns off the camera.

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