18th moon [video] backdated to the early evening

[puppet_paladin]

[Cecil's bedroom is currently extremely chaotic. Of course, any bedroom would be considered chaotic, if its contents were being packed up in a hurry by five Pokémon. Why isn't Cecil taking care of it himself, you ask? Because he's busy wrapping a Dratini egg in enough scarves to keep it warm in a blizzard

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[Video]

[of_france]

[Actually, France isn't visible on the 'Gear screen. It's David the Poliwag, staring soullessly at the screen. A damp cloth comes into view, though; France is keeping David's tadpole skin moist.]

Try using some of your Arcanine's fur in the wrapping of the egg. It'll keep it warm very effectively.

[Video]

[puppet_paladin]

[If Cecil wasn't busy wrapping, he'd approve of the skin moisturizing.]

I used it all for the pillows, and he'll need as much as he can for the journey. Perhaps I'll take the time to brush him at the Pokémon Center beyond the cave.

[Video]

[of_france]

Ah, that's logical.

[France lifts David away from the 'Gear; there is a disappointed wag... of protest, but David goes willingly.]

What path are you taking back to Cherrygrove?

[Video]

[puppet_paladin]

Union Cave and route 31 until Violet. With the current weather, I've no time to navigate the forest. Even with Flare's help, reaching the town will take some time.

[Ever seen a Feebas drag around a make-up case? Leviathan is doing pretty well, for a Pokémon without legs or hands.]

[seasalttwilight]

Mr. Cecil? Is everything alright?

[puppet_paladin]

Oh, yes, everything is fine, Roxas. [Which is actually not a lie.] A friend from home just arrived, but he's slightly injured and his Pokémon cannot warm him. Thus, I need to bring him some supplies, and greet him properly.

[seasalttwilight]

Oh, I see. Has he left New Bark Town?

[puppet_paladin]

I'm not certain, but even if he has he cannot be far from it. His injuries will slow him down. Why do you ask?

[video]

[usedsubstitute]

A-Are you really going out in this weather Mr. Harvey? You'll freeze!

[video]

[puppet_paladin]

I have no choice. Edward is injured, or at least still sore, and his Pokémon cannot protect him from the cold. Besides, I resist the cold quite well, and I have more than enough warm clothes.

[video]

[usedsubstitute]

Injured? How terrible! ...Was he injured when he arrived here?

Do be careful. It looks like it will only get worse...

[video]

[puppet_paladin]

He comes from a... particularly trying time. Luckily, Johto healed most of his wounds. Otherwise he would be bedridden for a few weeks.

I will be, I promise. I'll bring enough supplies to last me a full month, just in case.

[Video]

[for_cosmos]

Good fortune in seeking out your comrade, Cecil.

Remember what?

[Video]

[puppet_paladin]

Thank you. I'll need that fortune, when the time comes for explanations.

...Does the name 'Tifa' mean anything to you? Did Cloud ever mention her, during the Conflict?

[Video]

[for_cosmos]

Because of the difference in age?

I do not believe so, but I did not spend as much time with him during the conflict as you did. Perhaps one of the others would know more, but... [None of them are here.]

[Video]

[puppet_paladin]

...He comes from a time before I became a paladin, and before I learned the truth about Golbez.

Zidane does not recall Cloud mentioning her, and to be honest neither do I. Yet the more I talk to her, the more familiar she feels.

[usedfacade]

Take care of yourself, Cecil. Stay warm.

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[puppet_paladin]

I will, thank you. This would be a terrible time to fall ill, and this one will need all the warmth it can get, too. [He pats the egg fondly.]