[Phoenix's comm turns on with a clattering of pots and pans.]

Augh. Mar damn it...

[More metallic clanking, but more controlled this time.]

Right, then. Let's see... Which of these...?

[His voice grows fainter, as though he's stepped farther away from his comm, but if anyone is really paying attention, they might hear him muttering about cups.]

Ugh. What... happened?

[Phoenix's voice is noticeably younger, though still distinctly accented with the formal tones of Aeropa. He also sounds very confused, possibly just a little dazed at first, though that soon clears up. He isn't speaking into his comm, but it's on and near enough to pick up his voice.]Jol? Gradi ( Read more... )

Odette, may I speak with you in person?