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I cannot...
[ There's serious danger of melancholy in those first two words, but then the Prince recalls all that happened over the last handful of days. Instead of sighing, he makes an aggravated noise, glaring down at the floor. ]
I was forcibly turned into my younger self, forced to room with criminals and fools, and attacked en masse by citizens waylaid by an evil monster. If this is what awaits me every time the world changes, I cannot- I will not allow such things to pass.
No benefit can come of inaction, in this place. I have tarried too long.
The world outside awaits.
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To those who would be concerned by our absence, Halloween and I will be departing within the hour for the outpost upon the lake. I do not know how long we shall be gone, but we shall keep our journals upon our persons for the duration if we are needed.
If there is anyone who wishes to accompany us, make haste. We will not wait for you any longer than we already intend to.
[ And of course, he's not saying who he is. He's the Prince of Persia: you should already know.
The Prince is already all packed up and ready to go, of course, with his satchel of goods at his side as he sits upon the front steps of the castle, waiting for Halloween to move her tiny ass. He does sigh a little, though, turning his head away from the journal so his voice becomes faint. ]
...it will be a relief to be away from this cursed place. If only for a time.
(ooc: Open as always! All threads will take place before they set off, but if anyone else wants to come along on the trek, they're more than welcome. )