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[ashenice]

There was a time when I would find all of this very disruptive. And mildly disconcerting.

Unsurprisingly, I am too desensitized to care. I was, however, able to muster up an eye roll. It seemed only fitting.

Once more into the breach...

Comments

[moonswansong]

.. you'll catch a cold if you stay in there, sir..

[ashenice]

My dear, I think a cold will be the least of my worries now.

[moonswansong]

Oh? You would know better, I suppose. Would you like some help?

[ashenice]

Perhaps a bit of aid might not be a bad idea. May I ask your name, miss?

[moonswansong]

Ah, pardon me. My name is Odette. Princess Odette. Who are you, sir?

[ashenice]

My greetings to you, Princess. My name is Rufus Shinra.

[moonswansong]

A pleasure, Rufus! Ah, the castle is just this way, you can dry yourself off. My servants can attend to you.

[ashenice]

My thanks to you, Your Highness. I am most grateful for your kindness.

[moonswansong]

Think nothing of it! My husband encourages it. Welcome to Swan Lake Castle of Vertere, Rufus!

[ashenice]

You have a beautiful home, Your Highness. It suits you well.

[moonswansong]

Oh, you flatter me. Thank you for your kind words, Rufus.

My husband is out right now, but I'm sure he'd love to meet you. Please do join us for dinner?

[ashenice]

I would love to join you. You are most gracious.