[ god what an old fart ]

[invisicanuck]

Oh goodness, was my handwriting really that awful? [ You can hear someone say something indistinct in the background, a female. Whatever she says, Matthew laughs, then clears his throat. ]

I haven't used this old thing in so long, I'm not quite sure -- do you remember, chéri? -- ...oh. Oh, yes you're right, it's on. Please forgive me, I'm a bit

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[irisfragrance]

I'm glad you found her Matthew.

[invisicanuck]

Thank you, Juliet. Our group tea date doesn't seem so improbable after all.

[irisfragrance]

No it doesn't. Feel free to let Romeo and I know when you want to meet. I'm sure you and Katya want a little time by yourselves first.

[invisicanuck]

Gladly! We are concerned about Reinetta's whereabouts though. I assume she's with Katya's family, but...

[irisfragrance]

That is likely, it seems it was just us that were brought here, not our children.

But?

[invisicanuck]

Ah, I guess I can't help but assume the worst. The burden of a parent, I suppose.

[irisfragrance]

I'm sorry, I can understand. The only reason I am not hysterical is that I know there are people who will be there who can watch the children until Romeo and I go home.

[invisicanuck]

No, no, it's quite alright. I think most of me is merely disappointed that she couldn't be here with us.

[irisfragrance]

Of course, I imagine you don't get to see her as much as you would like.

[invisicanuck]

...yes well, there's no helping that until this war blows over. [ A sigh, but. ] Y-your children are very smart and well behaved though! Better than how my brothers and I were as kids the way I remember it, anyway.

[irisfragrance]

I shall pray that will come soon for your sake Matthew. [Sees that change of subject but thinks it best not to press matters or make things more upsetting.] Really? Perhaps it's just the notion girl's aren't as energetic as boys at that age. Paris is still too young but who know how he'll behave when he's older.