A long-term investment (TGTF)

"We understand you feel you're at the end of your rope, Mr. Raffia. You've expressed your reluctance to enter into this agreement multiple times, and it is not our intent to pressure you into this...though as you say, you feel significant enough pressure already from your creditors. While we are a practical and unconventional organization, we are not a soulless one, and we can safely say that at least from our perspective you will be taken care of...we anticipate that you will not regret this transaction. As agreed, your accumulated debts will be paid off in full, and you become a valued member of our testing team for what remains of your life. Everything seems in order...good, the first injection will be administered immediately. Don't squirm!"

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"Mr. Raffia, if you would please stop screaming. This is all standard procedure, we assure you. We understand such changes can be alarming at first, but your current state is only temporary. This will pass. Would it comfort you to know that dozens of others have experienced similar symptoms in this very room? No? Well...would it comfort you to be brought one of our gourmet meals cooked on-site by our exclusive team of culinary experts? ...I'll get you a menu."

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"Yes, it's to be expected that you would begin to feel a bit invigorated. The contract was for the remainder of your life, and we protect our investments, Mr. Raffia. Legal has informed us that we are within our rights to extend our team members' lifespans...and most have few objections to becoming young again. Young and beautiful...yes, we'd expected that you might start experiencing a tightness in the chest region...one moment please, I'll be right back..."

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"Ah...should've had you disrobe earlier, a little late for this hospital gown, unless you still want it. Yes, your observations regarding your gender are correct. Everything seems to have gone smoothly...are you feeling well, any strange aches or pains? ...Yes, it isn't uncommon for those who have undergone your procedure to report that everything feels strange, but you're not feeling any soreness, headache, shortness of breath...? Excellent, welcome to the team. A few days of acclimation, a few weeks of training, and you'll be all set!"

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Years later...

"Ah, hello, my name's Georgina. I understand you were interested in one of our total debt forgiveness packages? I know, it can sound too good to be true, or that it might have some hidden downsides...I can personally attest that the offer is more than fair, mutually beneficial, even lucrative. Not that it's my job to be a saleswoman, the decision is fully up to you. I may not be at liberty to answer all your questions due to the nature of our work here, but perhaps I could clarify some things, help put your mind at ease..."