28/04/10
Dear Jarvis Edwin,
It is very rare that I and my comrades are thanked in such a welcoming matter for doing our job. It is a refreshing change, I must admit. I do hope we don't have to meet under such dire circumstances, unless we've already met during a fire at the Stark building? If so, I do apologize for forgetting. Once more, do feel free to contact me if any other emergencies arise.
Kind regards,
Lieutenant Phil Coulson
JARVIS had 47 algorithms running on whether or not replying to the Lieutenant was appropriate if it was not an emergency as previously stated. Of course they took too long and were entirely inaccurate due to the whimsical ways of human nature. So, he thought of what his creator has done in such a situation.
What is this situation you ask?
Well JARVIS isn't entirely sure himself, but if you could access his databanks much like Tony Stark could, then you would be shocked to see what the AI has seemed to have manifested in his very core.
If only Jarvis had noticed this sudden change in himself…
28/04/10
Dear Lieutenant Coulson,
There is no need to apologize, we have not met while in Stark Tower, whether that is unfortunate or not; I am not sure. It saddens me to hear your team are not thanked as much as you should be. You save lives and robots on a daily basis it seems, not an easy task I presume. Your offer is very kind, and while I hope not to have to call you for such emergencies, I understand the necessity of having your contact details.
Sincerely,
Jarvis Edwin
Texting is a novelty Jarvis is not entirely unfamiliar with but texting an entire conversation; while it has its advantages, the downfall is the distraction of waiting and overthinking scenarios that would not occur face to face.
This is what he will blame later when things fall apart. The distraction of Philip Coulson and the mischief of his creator.
28/04/10
Mr. Edwin,
I am very glad to hear I didn't forget such a polite and mannerly person on my travels for it would be unfortunate. I hope you don't mind me saying so, but the letter style theme of our texts is a bit too formal, even for me. Would it be okay for us to skip that formality for now? Or am I being presumptuous?
It is not an easy job, of course, but the gift of gratitude can be worth so much more. My job is very important to me as is my team; I assume you feel the same towards Mr. Stark. My driver engineer tells me he's not the easiest person to work for either but I don't like to give in to gossip.
Coulson
Is it lying or disguising the truth? He knows what his carer would tell him; "don't ask, don't tell isn't just for the military if you know what I mean, J". JARVIS isn't sure he does anymore; he knows he can't tell the Lieutenant- Coulson- about his non-human state but it is true they have never actually met.
JARVIS whirrs to himself, reorganizing Sir's model plans, to make it legible to even an amateur engineer, for prototypes; spending half his energy on this and half on over-thinking his response to Lieut-Coulson's informalities. Yes they are 'texting' but if they abandon their formal tones, where would that discussion lead them? Gossiping over Sir? Coulson seems to frown upon it, JARVIS agrees. Mr. Edwin; should he correct him? Oh goodness, what has he gotten himself into now…
{Sir Calling…}
J! Hey, listen, looks like there may be a situation with the Malibu mansion; it may or may not still be there. I won't be back until Pep and I sort out a few things, keep an eye on things as usual and uh- send the hearing aid prototypes to that Barton guy.
Peace out.
When did Sir become friendly with Firefighter Barton? JARVIS hums, he must be truly distracted to miss something so important. More proof that he should end this distraction – and WHAT HAPPENED IN MALIBU?
JARVIS' detailed scanning of all local and national news on the 'Whiplash' events was interrupted.
30/04/10
Dear Mr. Edwin,
I'm sorry to have offended you with my presumptions. I am not used to texting nor having someone genuinely concerned for me that isn't a member of my team. I took advice from them on how to keep in contact with you; it has obviously made a mess of things. I apologize again for having interrupted your important work.
Kind regards,
Lieutenant Coulson
Here is where JARVIS will admit things took a turn, where it all started, when everything changed. He wanted a friend and, seemingly, so did Lie- Coulson; Philip Coulson.
30/04/10
Coulson, or Philip if I may, I do truly apologize for causing such concern for you. I did not mean to get sidetracked so thoroughly in my response to your message. I would enjoy less formalities as I similarly have not many people whom which I can talk with. I hope we can continue this conversation and try to stop apologizing to each other?
I agree with your sentiments on gossip but Sir is not your average business man, if you have seen recent news, you will agree. I do cherish him and all his works dearly though, working relationships are a strange thing, I'm sure you would agree?
Call me Jarvis, everyone else does.
30/04/10
Jarvis, thank you for replying, I am very glad that it was a mere misunderstanding. I will not try to say sorry any more, I'm rather sick of it myself. My team, although professional, can be very trying and all I seem to be doing recently is apologizing for them. They are my family, which does come with a lot of bickering.
I have seen the news, not your usual trip to Malibu, even for Mr. Stark. I hope he is well, and the robots are looked after; no wonder it's been very quiet in Stark Tower, for fires anyway.
I hope I didn't just jinx us both!
Call me Philip or Phil, everyone else does.
"Hey JARVIS, I'm hoooomee!"
"Welcome home sir, I've sent away all your prototype models and plans to the selected engineers and businesses. We are running low on back-up ideas to 'feed the monster' as you call it. Mr. Rhodes has left you three messages, Miss Potts seven and Mr. Clinton Barton 137 messages. I have taken the liberty of compiling them into the appropriate folders. Would you mind excusing me sir, I have data cleansing to do as well as the scheduled workshop re-haul."
"Of course, looks like I'll be reading from now until next century anyway thanks to Clint. I'll call you if I need you, J. You sure you don't need a hand?"
"Of course not Sir, enjoy your reading and welcome back, you've been thoroughly missed," JARVIS' vents hummed and Tony carried on into the kitchen. Neither truly paying attention to the other, unusual for this duo.
01/05/10
Philip, Sir is back and in good health, as are Butterfingers and Dum-E; thank you for caring for them. I do so hope you haven't jinxed us either, Mr. Stark is only back and I don't highly recommend a fire at the moment.
Are your team being reprimanded unduly? Is there anything I can help with? Bickering is all Mr. Stark and the bots seem to do I'm afraid.
Jarvis
03/05/10
Jarvis, any idea how to tell a superior they're wrong? Just for future reference.
How was your day? Dum-E must be driving you up the wall with Mr. Stark out of town again; I know all I do when Clint is gone is worry about him, much like right now.
Philip
05/05/10
Philip, why yes, I do have an English accent. I was brought up there by my parents before moving to the States to take up my position for the Stark family. And I assure you I'm not as old as my tone makes it seem. How was your day?
I'm glad Sir is back, as you must be with having Clint home. It sounds like he is your child at times I admit.
Jarvis
05/05/10
He certainly feels that way some days. I was the one who got him the job here in SHIELD, brought him in from the cold I guess. I take my responsibilities very seriously, as you do too.
England, always wanted to visit there, do you miss your family?
Philip
10/05/10
Sir is unwell, he has taken to his room, and I am worried. How do you cure the cold?
Is Clint this much trouble? I wonder if actual children would be easier.
How was your day?
Jarvis
13/05/10
Clint says thank you for the birthday gift; I know it was you who sent it, I am grateful. Having a sick Barton on his birthday is not my favourite thing, at least the two of us found some remedies that worked on Tony too.
When is your birthday? How are you and the boys?
Philip
17/05/10
You never did tell me how you became a fire fighter, other than your hero worship of Captain America, and I sincerely hope that wasn't your only reason!
Everyone is feeling better here, how about in SHIELD? Does your superior regret his decision yet?
Jarvis
18/05/10
It's long and embarrassing, maybe I'll tell you face to face one day?
The cold has officially heated up in SHIELD. Nick will soon, trust me.
What about you, how did the Stark's find such an invaluable asset?
Philip
20/05/10
I'm going to kill him.
Did you know?
P.
20/05/10
Oh dear lord, how could we not have known?!
J.
Tony is so dumbstruck by his findings; at-a-glance findings so therefore even more worrying at J's carelessness; that he doesn't see his smoldering metal for Mark XVI be tipped over onto the open wiring by Butterfingers causing it all to burst into flames… Nor does he see JARVIS typing an emergency message on what used to be a hidden private server.
21/05/10
911. Fire in Lab 1. Please hurry.
J
21/05/10
On our way.
X
