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[To be fair, Alphinaud half-expects Urianger to tell him to dealeth with it or somesuch, so he's pleasantly surprised when that ends up... not being the case. Because it's true. At the end of the day, they just came in from a bad situation, and there's a native with fox ears who is stuck in this mess who Alphinaud wants to help, and one way or another Alphinaud is going to stubbornly stumble his way through this until he learns the proper amount of diplomatic grace (or wears some weights).]

I cannot deny that possibility, nor can I argue against any admonishments. Small blessings that it appears to be harmless...

[Gods above, he will never hear the end of this from anyone.]

I feel less like a person and more like a balloon the longer this goes on.

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I apologize for my ignorance.

[He can't help feeling bad about her downcast face. Maybe it isn't his fault that he can't remember, but there's no guile in her sadness whatsoever. She was a friend, albeit a hoofed one, and Alphinaud doesn't like to leave people behind.

There's an undeniable eagerness in the way he brightens at the offer, though.]

I would be very much in your debt, Miss...? [A gentle prompting for her name.] I have not seen Alisaie in time enough that I fear she may fillet me if I delay a moment longer. I was deep in enemy territory when we lost communication, you see...

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[Konoha wants to say that it's fine, but... She also doesn't want to lie. Instead, she decides to focus on what she can do- reunite a pair of twins!]

It's Konoha.

[And sure, in her mind he should already know that, but... It sounds like he was worried about her, and though she hadn't heard such a thing from Alisaie yet, she didn't know that well about other worlds' "timelines", so...]

I'm sure she'll be glad to see you, then- here, can you follow me?

[She points east, beginning to pull away with a prance.]

'Tis a pleasure to meet you, Konoha. Lead the way and I shall follow.

[His short little legs can barely keep up with her prancing but damn if he isn't going to try. SCOOTSCOOTSCOOT.]

[Once they set off she clips her pace a bit to accommodate him, used to working with humans and making sure to not to outstrip them. Though she manages to focus a moment on the actual path, remembering where Alisaie's apartment was, she can't help but ask as they go,]

Were you... in danger, before you came here?

[Enemy territory, he said...]

... I was. Truth be told, I am not entirely sure where I ended up. I was moving through enemy territory in the company of a man with great strength, and I trust that he would protect me as he has aided me previously. However, I know not if I am still in his company.

[That bears some explaining, so he tries again.]

I lost consciousness. A voice called to me and I felt distinctly that I was going elsewhere, and I remember naught else.

[He lost consciousness... ? Oh- Before he arrived here. Alright that would make sense as to why he was more confused, then.]

A voice? Someone you know, or... Maybe someone in this place, do you think? I don't remember hearing a voice.

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[That's a... straightforward solution. He looks a bit panicked at the suggestion. Something so unpleasant...

But there is merit in the idea.]

Even assuming I somehow find a way to do so without the aid of some bitter herb, I do not think this is the proper place to do it.

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Well-- ah-- well met, Matriarch.

[Thank the Twelve for her patience. He doesn't try to let go of his grip about the back of her neck, but this other hand is... preciously close to a squish. Honestly, all of his face is preciously close to a squish. He's trying to keep his head turned away so he's not... thinking about it, but he's so damn red he might actually, literally combust, Blue Mage style, and no one will ever find the bits of the body to put together.

Pointing it out does not make it easier. Maybe he'll just use his hand as like, a barrier... maybe hide his blush while he's at it.]

'Tis not my preferred mode of transportation to be carried like a hapless babe! Alisaie will never let me hear the end of it...

[Is she still teasing? He almost can't tell, but then--]

I am certainly not afraid of any infirmary, as I have studied the healing arts for some time now. But if you would point me in the direction of my dear sister, then perhaps I could amend the circumstances of our parting without requiring a hospital visit.

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[ It's been a while since she's been called by her title, and she's definitely eager to hear it if the wiggle of her ears is any indication. But she keeps a steady hold, having had to help others in his situation too-

So really, it's not his fault at all. She just can't help but want to take advantage of his cute reactions.

At his words, though, she can't help but smirk. ]

Oh? You think you'll be fine floating your way to her, lad?

[ She lets him go, sliding her arms away for a moment, if he wants to stay in one place he'll have to cling to her- but her arms come back to around him, as she chuckles. ]

Don't worry. You can go see her after this-

[ Where she takes him does seem to be a rather open, lovely hospital, at least, but she doesn't take him too far in- no, where she does go is marked clearly with (animal-eared) unisex symbols, and she opens the door to point in. ]

Right, I'm going to let you in, but you're going to have to unload everything you just drank. There's hand railings in the sides. Hold on to them if you don't want signs of it all over, aye?

[ This command is given with a look of actual seriousness- for all the teasing, she actually had an aim to why she was bringing him here. ]

You ready? I'm going to let you go and close the door.

[Alphinaud absolutely yelps as he suddenly finds himself floating up, up-- and he reaches for her, since she's the only thing to reach for.] I-I apologize! I meant no disrespect!

[Boy is she teasing him hardcore. His face is as red as Alisaie's ribbon, he's pretty sure.]

... Unload?

[He looks at her, blinking, and then back to the room. And it becomes clear, very clear, when he hears a nice flush and sees someone else walk past while drying off their hands.]

Ah... I see. [As much as he hates the idea of involving someone else in bathroom matters, it makes some... weird amount of sense. He puts on a determined expression.] I will endeavor not to humiliate myself any more than I already have. 'Tis my hope that we shall speak anon.

[Carefully, he grabs onto the handrails and helps shut the door behind him. He can't hold onto the rail and lock the door at the same time though so he's just... going to deal with that and trust Megumi not to walk in on him.

Alphinaud spends enough time in here just to make things awkward, but there's eventually the sound of running water, and he opens the door looking perfectly normal. The little bit of ruffled hair he has is currently being smoothed down, and he even reaches up to straighten his tie.]

'Twas a simple solution, and yet sometimes those work the best. I must thank you once again.

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[Not everyone would have done the same, but he appreciates her regardless. Corrin's forthright and earnest manner reminds him of a very dear friend, and he is glad to know that there are others who carry the same sort of kind, hardworking spirit.]

No, I... I suppose you're right. I will endeavor to remember this in the future should I find someone else in a precarious position, like you did mine.

[No last name, huh. How peculiar.]

The pleasure is all mine, Corrin. How long have you been here, if I might ask?

[While she's answering his question, he reaches for the fox prismal's hand and tries to concentrate like he did before. He's a healer, he can focus on conversation and healing at the same time, okay. And slowly-- but surely-- they begin to float casually downward.]

[ Perhaps no, not everyone would have done the same. Corrin likes to think that people would though. Allow her this optimism, Alphinaud. ]

And that would be enough to consider whatever "debt" paid in full. [ Passing onto others, like he is doing with his little fox friend is really all Corrin could ever ask. ] Again, not that you should think that you owe me a favor.

[ Do dragons even truly have surnames? Of course Corrin doesn't quite know where her draconic blood comes from quite yet. She merely knows she is no child of either of the kings that have "taken her in." ]

Hmm. Not long. Perhaps a little less than a month?

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[At the end of the day he really can't hide anything from her-- and he wouldn't want to. Denying his hunger would be more out of politeness and a healthy dose of adrenaline than some selfless quality; he truly forgot he was hungry until this moment.]

'A bit much' coming from you has a certain gravitas.

[A jest. Please don't kill him.]

I have only been treated with the utmost kindness thus far, though I am reluctant to take the words of those in charge at face value, as one might imagine...

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[Of course he's stuffy, he's from Sharlayan and only barely eighteen at that, and he could probably summon something out of his butt like Alisaie pulled a sword out of the grimoire that one time, but.] Someone else...? [He definitely thought he heard 'Alphi' but he won't push. More importantly, he needs to figure out what's going on-- and lay some ground rules.]

Well met, Felih Tia. Aetherdancer? There is a title I am not altogether familiar with. [He perks up such that his ears practically twitch.] So then-- you mean to say you hail from a different Shard? That beggars belief, and yet I cannot say it is impossible, having already spoken to a Warrior of Light I do not recall.

In that case, I must ask that in the future you take greater care not to test people, as you did with me. Were we colleagues, friends, whathaveyou-- I will not begrudge you the chance to be friends again, of course, but I would very much appreciate it if you respected my boundaries.

[Good luck telling him to relax-- he's promptly taking that advice, crumbling it up, and throwing it out.]

I... appreciate your concern, and I am sure it comes from a place of good will. Part of me longs to accept your words and live slightly more carefree until such time as we are seen home. However, I come from a time of danger still, and it is gravely important that I am returned to whence I came without delay... The war between Eorzea and the Empire is about to change in a way we are ill-prepared to deal with.

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[ Felih’s smile does falter then, an ache in his eyes and a weakness to the curve of his lips. ]

Yes, darling. I’ll take more care- I suppose I was too hopeful. In my shard, there’s a young man so much like you- you share his name, even. I consider him a dear, precious friend- my darling little academician.

I’ll be less touchy until you’re used to me, hm?

But ever vigilant you are! I suppose there’s something to admire in that. Such a dutiful one you seem! Fear not, such war looms far from here- much as I wish to return home to the fight, I cannot for the time being.

[ He manages to strengthen the smile, reaching out to gently smooth down some of the hair he ruffled earlier. ]

I would be glad for the chance to know you again. If there is aight you would require, do not hesitate to call upon me- or on the other Warriors of Light. No doubt we would all come to your aid in a heartbeat.

Hmmm... but while we are here... you really should swim, Alphi.

[That sure is... a bit of news. He can't say he's totally comfortable with the notion, but it does explain why Felih is so... familiar, and yet not, and it's not the first he's heard of it anyway. He shifts his weight to the other foot awkwardly.]

I-I see. I would not attempt to replace the Alphinaud you know, as such a thing is hardly fair to either of us, but I do not see any reason we should not get to know one another again. If you do not mind the effort, that is.

[Felih seems enthusiastic, though, in a word. Alphinaud thinks he can make it work.]

They say we cannot return, but I prefer to keep my mind open. Though I've no idea of where to begin I would rather ascertain the situation myself rather than taking the government at their word.

[Alphinaud blinks as Felih pets down some of his hair, and it's followed by a little bit of a blush, which he tries to dispel by glancing away and clearing his throat. Politely, of course.]

Mayhap I will consider that should I find myself in a situation I am not amenable to. [He tilts his head a little.] So you are a Warrior of Light... I had wondered, seeing as I have few close friends outside of the Scions.

[He makes a face at that last part, though.]

Your suggestion has been noted, but I assure you I am quite all right here in the shade and the dry.

[ Felih just laughs softly, and smooths down his hair a little more before withdrawing his touch, delighted to see how cute and pink Alphinaud's cheeks get. ]

You're ever a sweetheart, it seems. I would be glad to know you once more.

Yes- I am among those here called Warriors of Light. It's fascinating, albeit unsettling, to see and meet others who have gone through the same journey I have... but it's fun to hear of the others, and learn what makes us different from each other.

Oh, don't tell me you don't know how to swim, Alphinaud? I can teach you- I am quite skilled. Was born swimming, and all that! Besides, it's such a lovely day, and the water is gentle and warm.

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