“No Comment, and Certainly Not on That” – A Candid Minute with Philip Harrowfield

 

“No Comment, and Certainly Not on That” – A Candid Minute with Philip Harrowfield

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Interviewer: Marla Vay, SimSocial Correspondent-at-Large
Location: Rooftop garden, Hotel Victoria, New Delhi

VAY: Philip, first of all — thank you for making time. I know you're busy, what with the concerts, the dragon diplomacy, and the existential threat management.

HARROWFIELD: Of course. I’m always happy to support our media partners, as time permits.

VAY: Let’s start with the obvious: you’ve become a bit of a public figure lately. Simsense polls rank you as "Most Handsome Man in a Crisis." How are you handling the sudden spotlight?

HARROWFIELD: I’m not entirely sure I’ve noticed it. My calendar is too full for vanity. But I’m told the memes are... creative.

VAY: There’s a viral compilation of you staring down a Great Dragon, slugging a shadow-cat, and staring stoically at a press line. It’s been re-edited as an action sim: "Cheerful Philip: The Executive Reckoning."

HARROWFIELD: I haven’t seen that. Should I be concerned?

VAY: Only if you're allergic to fan edits. Let’s pivot to Halo. You’re seen often at her side. Some fans say you’re her secret muse. Others say you're the reason she hasn't burned the world down. What’s the real dynamic?

HARROWFIELD: She is a force of nature and a singular artist. It is my job to share her with the world.

VAY: That sounded... rehearsed.

HARROWFIELD: I’ve had practice.

VAY: What about your own fame? You're trending under #ShadowDaddy, #TheHarrowfieldEffect, and my personal favorite, #YouHadMeAtRegulatoryCompliance.

HARROWFIELD: I don’t run searches on myself. I believe my time is better spent approving logistics chains and negotiating contracts.

VAY: Samarkand was an interesting development. Concert diplomacy is one thing, but you held a meeting with Vivek, one of the most powerful beings on Earth. Can you tell us what was discussed?

HARROWFIELD: No.

VAY: Can you tell us what wasn’t discussed?

HARROWFIELD: Certainly. Real estate speculation. Vegetarianism. Flamenco.

VAY: And the rumors of you appearing in Season 4 of Phoenix Rising?

HARROWFIELD: My understanding is that Season 4 will be based in Seattle. If the writers believe I have a narrative role to play, I trust them to be professional.

VAY: So that’s not a no?

HARROWFIELD: That is a respectful deferral.

VAY: Okay, a tough one next. Sergei "Serj" Volkov. His departure from the Darklight tour was sudden. There’s a lot of speculation. Can you clarify what happened?

HARROWFIELD: No comment beyond the official statement issued by Skyway Elite Management.

VAY: Understood. Next question. There are rumors you’re engaged to Ms. Evelyn Gardner of Seattle. True?

HARROWFIELD: I don’t comment on my personal life. But thank you for asking.

VAY: Final question. If Horizon offered you a simsense modeling deal, would you consider it?

HARROWFIELD: I would consider changing my name and disappearing into the South Pacific.

VAY: Philip Harrowfield, thank you for your time. And your lack of facial expressions.

HARROWFIELD: A pleasure.