Stories spread easily in the federation, yes. But when a rumor that the infamous Cellbit, former Ordo Theoritas leader had joined the federation- the organization Cellbit had gone far enough to make a group to attempt to destroy- it got around quick. The story of a man who had snapped overtime, and had lost everything dear to him- friends, his son, and his husband.

So why was he was here. Exiting a sterile office after being informed he had- in fact, gotten a job with the federation despite all odds. Walking down a long hallway, getting either avoidant or judging eyes from most- except for him. A single boy walking past at the same time at him, giving a curious look, and a polite smile- before moving out of Cellbit's way

"-excuse.... me" *Cellbit had faltered, after seeing the boy move for him- he trailed off without even meaning to