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[caladcholg]

[And meanwhile, elsewhere, when day's fully emerged and Clare is able to sit down, above ground. Not even going to bother masking the fact she's more than just a little irritated, especially with the last scenario at home. Finally, before long, Clare just quietly sits down on the ground, resting her eyes, and with a mutter. A mask? Really?]Calling

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[keeps_strange]

[also on the roof

BEHIND YOU, CLARE

aaaand is snoring softly, awww.]

[caladcholg]

[This shouldn't be incredibly awkward.]

Yes, Galk and Sid. They were fairing well, to say the least. It was after Rabona was attacked, but thankfully, they pulled through. It hadn't been at least a few weeks ago, now that I think about it.

[Clare doesn't understand your sheepishness]

...The northern lands.

[keeps_strange]

[!!]

No way. You were up North, too?! AUGH! We could'a been so close that whole time and just missed each other!

[FACEPALM OF +5 FRUSTRATION.]

[caladcholg]

Likewise! Only not really.]

I wish I could have caught you as well... you were caught by slave traders, weren't you? You have no idea how sorry I am for that.

[keeps_strange]

Ahh-- no, don't be sorry! It's not your fault, after all. Besides, I guess it kinda worked out for me in the end, anyway.

[caladcholg]

While that's pleasing to hear... separating from you -- it was hard. Were you looked after at least?

[If you squint hard enough, yes, she does appear to be a little depressed.]

[keeps_strange]

Yeah, I huess I can't complain. I learned a lot!

[He shrugs, smiling again.]

I really missed you, Clare. I'm really glad to see you safe, even if it's here and not...home.

[caladcholg]

[And protector mode is a go.]

Raki. I'm... happy that you've grown to be so strong and independent but... please. I need you to stay with me. Just as before.

[keeps_strange]

Silly, where else would I go? I'm not letting you disappear again!

[caladcholg]

[And Clare is a killjoy. Such a kill joy.]

Good. I wouldn't want it either. Someone told me I lose my yoki at night.

[keeps_strange]

Ehh, really? I hadn't noticed...although I guess that figures, since I don't have any.

[HERPDERP GJ THERE RAKI]

[caladcholg]

Don't, I mean-

[She shuffles awkwardly on the roof, glancing to the side, again.]

I want to protect you.

[keeps_strange]

[b l i n k]

...I know. But you don't need to worry as much any more! I can help a lot better these days.

[THUMBS UP]

[caladcholg]

... Seems as if I don't have very good luck today.

[And after Galatea, she doesn't feel much like arguing. So a swift change of pace will help.]

How long have you been here and where are you staying?

[keeps_strange]

I arrived just before dark last night, and I guess I'm not really staying anywhere yet! Wanna help me look for a place? There's not a lot of options, so I'll be happy if I can find something with the basics-- you know, indoor plumbing, decent kitchen space, rose garden, maybe a small library. Nothin' too fancy.

[lolz OH HE IS SO WITTY ISN'T HE.]

[caladcholg]

[At least he brightens the mood!]

Heh. Wouldn't that be wonderful? But of course I will help you, you don't have to ask.