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[ The feed switches on to a freshly bathed and groomed Jade, who looks much better than she had previously. Her hair's brushed and washed, and her face is less sunburned. ]

Um...hi.

[ A smile, and she steps back from the camera enough so that everyone can see what she's wearing. ]

Kanaya made me new dresses. They're really pretty.

[ It's blue, with long princess sleeves that might look silly on another girl but look perfect on Jade. The bandages still cover her hands, however. With form-fitting clothing it's easy to tell that she's still malnourished; her body looks too fragile and small for a thirteen year old girl. ]

I wanted to know whose idea the ice cream was. And if anyone wanted to try mixing the ice creams together with me?

[ The collar might be affecting her positively! She seems a lot happier than normal. ]

It'll be fun, I promise. If you want to, you should let me know and meet me in the cafeteria.

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[ She softens from her scared expression, just a bit. At least, she thinks she understands. ]

You're another Jade's Dave.

[He extends a hand towards the screen briefly in a sort of "there you go" gesture. Good, she got it.]

Yes.

[ That's okay. She already has her Dave -- though he's orange now, and it's strange and unfamiliar. She smiles slightly at the screen. ]

Then it's nice to meet you. I'm Jade Harley.