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[regal_lance]

So what would you make of our recent contest, Innes? A victory? A loss? A draw? Did you truly defeat me in a crushing victory or did you barely surpass me in a so-so manner by the skin of your teeth? Assuming that you did win, that is

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[alteanprincess]

If I may, Sir Ephraim, a victory or a loss is only held in the eyes of the beholder. Both of you, are impeccable with your speech. I find it rather... without methodical point for competitions.

[regal_lance]

Thank you for your kind words, Lady Elice. But please don't take our competition too seriously. It's become a sort of tradition for both myself and Innes, a relic from our childhood if you will.

[alteanprincess]

As you do say. How silly, two boys squabbling as though they have never better to do.

[regal_lance]

It is childish, isn't it? But from my vantage point, our rivalry motivates each other to grow and become better than we would have been otherwise. So far, I think it has been working. My speech was probably the best work that I've accomplished yet here at the university.

[alteanprincess]

Childish, with charm, I did neglect to add. You are correct. It will better you both in ways that one without a rivalry cannot understand fully. I am included in such. I have no rival that would serve as a challenge.

[regal_lance]

I would like to suggest a rival, but honestly I can't think of anyone who would so complement your existing abilities.

[alteanprincess]

Those are very kind words of yours, Sir Ephraim. Thank you for thinking of me so highly. I can stand to continue learning, and bettering myself, therefore I look to you and Sir Innes for aid.