[Video/Phone Calls] - Filtered from Garland, Kuja, and Bitchlady

[sonoffigaro]

[Edgar has finally managed to get his Phone back, after a great deal of haggling with the moogles to go find the thing. Fortunately it is the same one he dropped in Figaro, more battered, but still very usable, and he wastes little time in making a broadcast. He actually looks pretty good - not exhausted, since Lufene didn't insist on keeping him

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[Phone Call]

[mademyresolve]

[At the ring the princess hesitates, however, upon seeing the identity of the caller, she is definite in her choice to answer.]

... This is Ashe.

[No title, no surnames. Simply Ashe.]

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[sonoffigaro]

It is good to hear your voice, Ashe. [Edgar, too, dispenses with titles - even with her full name, which he seems to prefer for some reason. Maybe out of respect.] It's been far too long since we've spoken.

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[mademyresolve]

... It has been too long.

[Her voice is quieted, laced with a measure of concern. The last time they talked, it was in the wake of Sabin's disappearance and much seemed to have passed since then. The loss of her husband, Edgar's abduction at the hands of Lufene...]

Your ordeal - you are unharmed?

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[sonoffigaro]

As much as I can be, I suppose. Apparently all the physical damage happened at Figaro during the attack - and after that, my memory simply ends until Locke found me.

And yourself? How are you faring?

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[mademyresolve]

[Considering his question is the one everyone asks, it's also the most difficult to answer. Honestly, she doesn't know how she is, nor can she articulate it. There's a lengthy pause, evidence of her struggle to find words. Able to endure the suffering, perhaps, intent on fulfilling her promise to stay strong for Shain.]

I have resumed a number of my duties. The port continues to thrive, and I...

I will do as I must.

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[sonoffigaro]

[Edgar keeps quiet, letting Ashe pull her thoughts together. He knows it can't be easy losing her husband, again, especially now that there is a child. So he won't press her.]

I'd say that's about all that can be expected. Though I hope once Figaro is in better repair, you'll accept my offer. Your friends here would be glad to welcome you.

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[mademyresolve]

Forgive me... your offer?

[If she sounds a little confused, it's because Edgar's offer of a respite in Figaro had failed to be relayed.]

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[sonoffigaro]

Of coming to Figaro if you have the time and the inclination. We're not exactly prepared to play good hosts right at this moment, but it's my sincere wish that we soon will be.

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[mademyresolve]

Once I can take temporary leave of Warjilis... I shall.

[Figaro reminds her of Dalmasca, and that could be a beneficial comfort.]

What is the state of the kingdom?