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[ledbythewind]

Whenever would be most convenient for you, I suppose. I don't have any pressing matters today that I can't leave for a short while.

[Isamu's around to keep an eye on Naoki, who seems to be doing better anyway, so Richard won't feel too guilty leaving him for a bit.]

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The clearing behind the barracks this afternoon, if that is suitable. The matter is not pressing. I have been remiss in my promise to you. It should be corrected.

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[ledbythewind]

That would be fine with me, but you don't need to apologize for anything. With everything that's been going on over the past few months, I could hardly fault you for being otherwise occupied. I've certainly been busy enough as well.

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Very well. We will meet then.

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[the_soother]

[Capell is still sleeping when Sigmund knocks; however, the noise is enough to wake him. He gets up with a yawn and shuffles over to the door, opening it and peering out at Sigmund.]

What is it?

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[Poor Capell, this early in the morning and such bad news.]

Aya has returned home.

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[the_soother]

[Whaaaaaaa? When did she even leave home?

His brain hasn't quite cleared of its sleepy haze and the true meaning of the statement isn't registering.]

Huh?

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[Sigmund is just going to start nudging him back towards his bed. Go sit down, kiddo.]

She's gone.

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[mydearapple]

[Uh-oh. Caesar gets the vague feeling that he's probably in trouble.]

Uh... I'm not doing anything today. Obviously. Where shall we meet?

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[Oh, Caesar. For once he isn't in trouble. Surprise, surprise.]

Would my house be suitable?

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[mydearapple]

[Sigmund just gives off that vibe, man.]

I don't see why not. And I don't think Albert will have any objections, either. [He may or may not be aware that he's going with him yet.] Where is it?

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House forty-seven. Behind the smithy.

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[vermified]

[Edward is just getting geared up to head over to the smithy when he hears the knock, so he's armor-free when he opens the door to find Sigmund there. His surprise at finding the Liberator there is probably very obvious on his expression.]

My lord, is there something you need?

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Aya is gone.

[No point in beating around the bush. He's already spent a good portion of the morning with Capell, so it's had time to sink in.]

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[...Oh... oh dear. Edward stares at Sigmund for a long moment, stunned at the announcement, before his expression shifts to a quiet uneasiness.]

Does Capell know?

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[If they're going to talk about Capell like this, he's going to step inside and close the door.]

I told him first. Be easy on him. He's not talking it well.

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[markofthebrave]

[Unexpected solicitude is unexpected.]

I'm fine, thank you!

[Of course she is, what else is she going to say.]

You?

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Well enough. And Sokka?

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[markofthebrave]

Oh he's... fine.

I've had to replace the front door three times, though.

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He shouldn't be allowed to touch that.