CD-TKT02 (Jan 3, 2022)
Puzzle
“Parental amalgamation, give or take 34 years.”
Knowledge | 3 Words
Clue
Hover over the clues if you require!
Clue 1: What's 34 years off now?
Clue 2: Who are No. 7's parents?
Clue 3: Shove both their old codenames together, B before M A.
Answer and Explanation
Answer: Baltimore Mon Amour
Explanation: Jean and Lucifer's codenames in Year Zero were Baltimore and Mon Amour.
Summary of Receipt
Employee 17, while initially surprised, realises that Jean and Lucifer’s fallout back in December 1993 was likely due to Lucifer’s pregnancy with Manager 7. Lucifer had apparently made deals with Olympus in the past, so she likely knew something, but with her death all her secrets were lost. He also pledges that, due to his friendship with Jean and Lucifer, he will protect Manager 7 with his life. Lastly, he mentions a certain thing he would like to investigate.
Transcript
[BRANCH] ASTORIA
[SERVER] EMPLOYEE NO. 17
[DATE] 1/3/22
[INDEX ID] TKT02
[SECURITY] AND & ARCHIVES
My, my, my. What a truly unexpected turn of events. And I say that with sincerity. While I am often more aware of the bigger picture than most others, I had no idea about No. 7. Of course, it’s just like Lucy to keep a secret so big. Though, I am surprised she kept it a secret from Jean as well, eh? Looking at the timeline… well, how ‘bout that? No. 7 was born September 6th, 1994, and Jean and Lucy had their big ‘ol fallout in December of ‘93. I don’t like to speculate about the affairs of my passed friends, but it all but seems obvious, no? Lucy found out she was pregnant and cut things off with Jean. As for why… I am at a loss. We also know Lucy was making deals with the Olympians around then, so I can only assume she knew something we didn’t and still don’t.
Unfortunately, she took all her secrets with her to the grave, and we still lack any practical means of reviving her. Of course, having a direct descendant of hers opens up new possibilities. Though, we still need time to brew that coffee, eh? Do I know how to bring Lucifer back right now? Yes. Will I? No. I am unwilling to sacrifice one of our own to bring back Lucifer. Even Jean would be against the notion of sacrificing his own daughter to bring back his amour. However, there is another matter for which I am quite… “curious.” It might be worth removing that pin now, eh? If you catch my drift.
Though I must stress, I am in no rush. When No. 7 is ready for such talks, that is when we can remove that pin fully. While it is, for lack of a better word, amazing, that we have a direct descendant of Lucifer among our staff, she is still the daughter of my two best friends. No. 7, I know I am no substitute for Jean or Lucy, but know that I am here for you. I am unsure what comforts I can offer, but if you wish to learn more about your parents, surely there is no better person to ask. And while I am typically our most tight-lipped member, let me say this very clearly for all staff, both official and… “unofficial,” I will protect No. 7 with my life. I see the same writing on the wall that you do, but I will not humor that line of thinking. Need I remind everyone, No. 7 is a manager, and more than that, she is a CaD employee.
I hope I made myself clear, eh, “boss?”