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[ Ned's face wavers into view with the locket; and the way he squints make it clear his sight, for such small details, is quite poor. But his craggy features relax visibly wen the guard captain's features swim into view. ]

Ser! Hail, and well-met. I recall you from the feast, and your mention that you were a guard-captain... If you have no other pressing duties, I would beg two days of your time.

The daughter of my bannerman has been cast abroad, a day's ride from the castle, without comfort or succor; and has reason to believe that her younger brother and my young son may have been left in the countryside likewise.

I need trustworthy, capable men- or women, as the case stands- to ride to collect her, and search the area for the boys; if you know of any you would recommend, bring them with you to the stable yard. I mean to reward any who assists with a horse, a good courser with good tack to keep when the work is done.

Forgive that I ask this, knowing you so poorly; but it seemed... [ He pauses there, amending himself, ]

I would trust a keeper of the peace, even one a stranger to me, better than equally unfamiliar knights and soldiers.

[ The use of the locket is still new to Aveline that it feels strange to use, just another oddity about this place - where inanimate objects serve as means to communication. It isn't difficult to use, however once it's on. ]

Lord Stark. Greetings. I have no pressing matters to attend to. [ and leaving children in an unknown place as such, on their own in such an unfamiliar place, well. Doesn't sit right. She may not hold her rank here, but that doesn't mean Aveline won't continue to do as such as she has. ] I'll gladly assist you in the search.

Allow me a moment to gather some supplies, and I will join you shortly. [ She nods, as that is a sentiment that is easy enough to understand. ]

I always knew you liked Isabela better than me.

[ oh well excuse you, she hadn't seen you yet, Hawke (not out of lack of looking, either). She hides her surprise with a raise of a brow. ]

Not sure where you would have gotten that impression. I haven't even spoken to Isabela for about a week now.

Where are you, by the way?

But you've spoken to handsome pirates. You're a married woman, Aveline Hendyr. What would the Maker say to you?

[ She's teasing, of course, the half-smirk on her lips probably more than enough of an example for that. After a moment she sighs and shrugs. ]

I'd say around two months walk.

I'm sure he's got more important things to do, than chide me for talking to strange pirates.

[ Besides, really not her type at all. And. Oh. ]

Shit. That certainly explains it. [ shakes her head, this news does not sit well with her. ] Anyone else that we know on your end of things?

All those people engaging before marriage. He might run out of lightning.

[ He's totally her type, though -- but no point talking about that. They're serious ladies, after all. ]

Anders, though he's a little reclusive.

[ She would not want to know that. Yes, time to be serious. ]

That's not really new, then. Nobody here over here, at least that I've found.

[ A deliberate pause. Maker, two months. ]

Need I say I don't like this.

It seems I was there, once, but I don't remember it. Look back on the lockets - I even talked about Mother.

[ She sighs, shaking her head and crossing her arms. She's incredibly put out - for as much as she cares for Anders she can't help but feel a bitterness when she looks at him, for what he'd done. ]

No. I don't either.

[ It takes some searching, and fumbling with the locket but eventually Aveline finds and watches - Hawke talking about her mother, the conversations that follow. ]

You really don't remember any of that?

[ and she sighs, pinching the bridge of her nose. ]

It wouldn't be the first time we've found ourselves in an unexpected mess. But we're usually on the same side of things. This... I'm really not sure what to make of any of this.

Not a word. And I'm in a completely different place, too. Maybe the King and Queen thought they'd picked the wrong person?

[ Hawke just beams; she knows that things are grinding in Aveline's mind when she's all... Pinchy. ]

At least we're both alive?

Unless there's another Marian Hawke that neither of us know about... or there's just something you're not telling me. They could have just decided they wanted you over there instead, but why not let you keep your memories?

[ ... who are you calling pinchy? No, okay that's pretty valid. ]

Point taken.

Why would I hide something from you now, Aveline? That's never been my way.

[ She shakes her head, almost a little hurt. ]

I could ride to you.

Yes, I know.... you're right, and I apologize.

[ Aveline is quiet a moment. ]

We could meet half way. I saw a place on a map, that serves as neutral ground.

Thank you.

[ She pauses, before she nods. ]

Should I bring Anders?

I'll leave that up to you and him, but it might not be a bad idea for the three of us to meet.

I'll mention it. It won't hurt, having a healer with me.

No it won't, we don't really know what's out there...

I suppose that I'll be seeing you in about a month's time, then.

Don't sound too excited, Aveline.

I wish to thank you, donna. For what you did in the library. I know not if the creature would still be angry with me. I convey my deepest gratitude. If I could ever be of service, please let me know.

Yours in good service,
Lucrezia

Lady Lucrezia,

I am pleased to hear that no harm befell you after our meeting, and your offer is most kind. I extend you the same courtesy, if you ever have need of my help again.

Take care.

[This isn't the reaction she expected given the Italian's words to her about debts owed, but it does ease her nerves. Neither Aveline nor Hermione seemed the type to try and use her. Still she is still learning much about people's motivations and the system of power.]

You are most kind, and I will keep it in mind. My thanks.

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