❦ Two - [video]

[marchwarden]

[ Seemingly quite distressed despite everything said and done, a weary Haldir appears after several days of pure silence on his part. While many seem quite grateful and thankful for the feast, Haldir seems utterly aloof about it. Many probably would assume he's just being his usual "self" but those who do know him could probably sense his melancholic state. ]

They give us a feast to celebrate, yet I see no reason why we should. Had those fools acted sooner, we could've avoided such needless destruction.

[ He grumbles. ]

Perhaps there's no reason to lament so, yet still...

[ Unsure what to say, Haldir gives up and tries to set his bad mood aside. ]

Tell me, friends, is all well? Alucard, Legolas? I have not heard from many since the travesty first unfolded.

[ A soft sigh escapes him. ]

I must know, what sort of fate has befallen upon The White Wizard? He is another I have not heard from in some days now. The same goes for so many others who I'm certain attempted to be valiant in the face of death.

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[rose_of_may]

[ She understands people being sad and angry at what happened. She herself is. But if they are to be honest, the administrators aren't to blame. As far as they know. ]

As much as I doubt those in charges are fit for their task, I am afraid there is very little they could have done. From what we have seen, they were as surprised and helpless as us in front of this monster.

[ She pauses after that and-- ]

Who is this White Wizard you speak of, if I may ask?

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[marchwarden]

[ A look of mild intrigue passes through Haldir's solemn gaze before the melancholy he feels take root once more. The scent of death lingers heavily within the tower, nearly sickening the elf. While he truly feels that the Administrators are at fault here, Haldir shan't lie and claim that this woman's words aren't true. ]

This much is true given how poorly their response was.

[ He brushes his hair back behind his pointed ear. ]

As blind as mere mice, all of them scattered and fled towards the dark once the chaos struck.

[ At her sudden curiosity about the wizard, Haldir arches his brow. ]

He is Gandalf the White, a powerful foe to those who deem themselves the enemies of all that's good.

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[rose_of_may]

As one pointed out, they could have left us to fight all by ourselves and die. I wouldn't be so quick to judge them.

[ When he gives a small explanation about Gandalf she remains silent for a while, and then-- ]

... I have briefly spotted someone fitting this description. While we were fighting the monsters. He looked very alarmed and went to the upper floors in a hurry. I didn't see him after that.

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[marchwarden]

[ His heart sank when he heard that last bit about Gandalf. ]

The wizard cast himself towards the upper floors of the tower?

[ A look of pure dread settles in his dark indigo gaze. ]

...This cannot be.

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[bewareofdog]

Shit sucks sometimes, bro.

Ain't nobody's fault.

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[marchwarden]

It's not so simple as that.

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[bewareofdog]

Maybe not.

Anyway, seems like you got some steam to let loose.

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[eyeslikeblood]

Better late than not at all, but I am in agreement.

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[marchwarden]

[ A slight look of relief passes through Haldir's gaze once he saw the King of Tai appear. Gyousou's appearance here means that Taiki must be well. ]

Yet, does this mean that those who've perished shall be forgotten and the Administrators forgiven for their lateness?

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[eyeslikeblood]

[ for a given value of 'well', at least. ]

I will not blame someone for doing what I could not.

[urnotafraid]

You know that nagging idiot too?

[marchwarden]

[ A chuckle escaped him. ]

While I believe he's no idiot, I must confess he does "nag" quite a bit.

[urnotafraid]

He's an idiot to nag. [ Not that he means it with much malice. Sho does like the Kei mk II after all. ]

[keeps_count]

I am well, mellonamin.

I haven't heard from Gandalf at all. It worries me but I am sure he is safe.

[marchwarden]

As much as I hope for Gandolf to be well, I suspect he is not.

I shall search for him again.

[keeps_count]

I fear you may be right. I will join you in the search.

[Try to tell him no, Haldir. He dares you.]

[Video]

[virginwarrior]

Ah, Haldir. I would speak with you, if you've the time.

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[marchwarden]

I'm grateful to see you're well, Lenneth.

[ His gloomy mood shifts almost immediately once the Goddess appears upon the screen before him. ]

May I inquire as to what this is about?

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[virginwarrior]

I am glad to see you well, as well.

[She smiles to him.]

You may but I prefer to show you, if that is not any trouble.

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[terraformagica]

I don't think the feast was for celebration...

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[marchwarden]

Then what purpose did the feast serve other than to celebrate our narrow survival?

[ Noting the child's bizarrely colored hair, Haldir couldn't help but wonder where she's from. ]

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[terraformagica]

Maybe they just wanted to make sure we were taken care of.

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[fatherssins]

[ Alucard hesitates for a moment before speaking, his face however speaks volumes, an open book of emotions: worry, concern and maybe even a little confusion. ]

I was worried, you... did venture into the throng of madness, didn't you?

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[marchwarden]

[ A tired smile welcomes Alucard followed by a quiet sigh. ]

Knowing you would sacrifice yourself for others prompted me to act.

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[fatherssins]

I cannot be sacrificed, there is nothing that would end me as easily as it would you.

[ Or so the dhampir believed, thinking himself to be as immortal as his father is was. ]

I wanted you to stay out of harm's way though...