Certain jobs require a certain level of appearance. [Hence her clothes] I did my homework prior to attending. I think I annoyed one of my testers, given they weren't supposed to use live weapons-- [hence the cut on her face] --but I suspect that worked out more in my favour.

[that doesn't explain the knuckles, however, but. well. punch therapy is excellent therapy.]

It's a little early to celebrate, but. [a shrug] Does food in the company of a friend work?