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( ᴋɪɴɢ ) ᴇᴅᴍᴜɴᴅ ᴘᴇᴠᴇɴsɪᴇ, ᴛʜᴇ ᴊᴜsᴛ — ([personal profile] exonerated) wrote in [community profile] maskormenace2016-10-07 05:53 pm

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— Thank you.

[ The video catches the tail end of a conversation, with two men shaking hands and parting ways after. The older one is familiar to some, probably — one of the escorts for the new arrivals, just doing his job to help. The younger, the owner of the device it seems, is definitely not native, his clothes the biggest indicator, like he stepped out of some wild tv fantasy drama.

But then the device is turned to Edmund's face, and he waves shortly, just a flick of his wrist, awkward in that he definitely has no idea what he's doing. He doesn't quite smile, but he makes an effort not to look unfriendly.
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My apologies, to my... audience? [ By the Lion, that is so weird to say to some weird box that apparently helps to communicate with others. ] I asked for help in figuring out how to use this contraption — he was certainly kind about it. He mentioned that plenty of other individuals would have difficulty using the first time around. I suppose he didn't tell me that just to make me feel better.

[ Which he isn't, but that's a differently story. ]

In any case, I am looking for certain people. Three, really. Peter, Susan, or Lucy Pevensie. If any one of them is here, I would deeply appreciate being pointed to them.

[ He'd thought about asking about the others, Mr Tumnus, the Beavers, or even Aslan. But he has had time to watch his surroundings, and there are more humans here than animals, and somehow, he can't fathom that there would be Animals. Besides, in a troubling situation such as this, at least one of his siblings would be in the midst of the chaos. ]

If not, then — my name is Edmund. A ple— [ a thoughtful pause, then finally, a small amused smile. ] I suppose it's not quite a pleasure to meet your acquaintances, since I've yet to meet any of you at all.
illuminescent: (Lucy - not words she cares for)

[personal profile] illuminescent 2016-10-08 08:15 pm (UTC)(link)
Yes, a bit, but it will not be too burdensome, I do not think.

[Delilah gives Edmund a little nudge.]

Most animals here are silent, unless they should happen to be imPorts. It is a queer thing.

[She starts walking, considering. What to tell him. How to explain it.]

They say that while we are here, time does not move where we are from, but we may come from different times in out own world.
illuminescent: (Lucy - still a queen)

[personal profile] illuminescent 2016-10-08 09:39 pm (UTC)(link)
[She pauses a moment.]

Calormen?

But when did you and Susan travel to Calormen?

[Because Lucy is a bit younger now.

Like, seven years younger.]
illuminescent: (Lucy - I am a queen not a child)

[personal profile] illuminescent 2016-10-09 01:21 am (UTC)(link)
[There is a very long pause.]

Oh.

Well.

Yes, I am certain that must have gone over so stunningly.

[Doubt isn't Lucy's strong suit but well.]
illuminescent: (Lucy - that's a lie)

[personal profile] illuminescent 2016-10-09 01:49 am (UTC)(link)
Oh! Well that is fortunate, for all that I think it very unwise on Susan's part to even consider such a suit.

[But then, Susan....]

Ah, you are not married, are you?
illuminescent: (Lucy - they desired her)

[personal profile] illuminescent 2016-10-09 01:58 am (UTC)(link)
[Well, that's a relief, that at least that hasn't changed. She takes his arm, and it's lovely. Her brother is here. She's glowing again.]

One must thing there is some maiden who will charm him, and yet every time our royal brother is approached he acts as though he just saw a bear.

We cannot possibly be so frightening, can we, Ed? Maidens, I mean.
illuminescent: (Lucy - slightly suspicious)

[personal profile] illuminescent 2016-10-09 02:12 am (UTC)(link)
I am so busy.

[She doesn't like to lie, but she's not sure she's supposed to say anything either. And well. Saying she's busy isn't a lie.]

But it matters not at all! We shall find you comfortably situated, and I will find you a guide to this place so that you may understand it better.
illuminescent: (Lucy - in silence)

[personal profile] illuminescent 2016-10-09 05:27 pm (UTC)(link)
[She looks up at him, suddenly, startled.]

I am quite capable even without my royal brothers and sister, I'll have you know.

[She says it mildly - she's not offended. She rubs her arms a bit, though, slightly self-conscious. Is it wise? She's not altogether sure, truth be fully told. But she does it because it needs to be done.]

This place needs someone with a good strong sense of responsibility.
illuminescent: (Lucy - words words words)

[personal profile] illuminescent 2016-10-09 09:36 pm (UTC)(link)
But it is not always my responsibility to help when I can?

[Pure Lucy.]

You do not need to! You may live a very carefree life if you wish it. I know it is not something you often get.
illuminescent: (Lucy - weeping)

[personal profile] illuminescent 2016-10-09 09:56 pm (UTC)(link)
[She looks at him, then, and, well.

Lucy has always been a crybaby. She might be the bravest of them but she cries at the drop of a hat - at least Ed should know that - especially when emotions are involved.

So naturally, she bursts into tears and reaches for him, arms around his shoulders.]


Edmund-

Of course you are important, you are the most important thing now, to me, please.

[Because he is. Sorry, Kel.

At least it's not unhappy tears. They're more like. Lucy tears. Emotion tears.]
illuminescent: (Lucy - made of sterner stuff)

[personal profile] illuminescent 2016-10-09 10:14 pm (UTC)(link)
Are you-

[She squeals and hits him with her tiny hands, not very hard.]

Do not be unkind!
illuminescent: (Lucy - such is fear)

[personal profile] illuminescent 2016-10-09 10:44 pm (UTC)(link)
You are laughing!

[Which only makes her cry more. He's not laughing but Lucy sees that smile she knows he's holding back. Anyway. Tears, that's the point here.]
illuminescent: (Lucy - I'm as good as a boy)

[personal profile] illuminescent 2016-10-10 01:57 am (UTC)(link)
[She tolerates this because she loves him, and shakes her head.]

You are too charming for anyone to think such vile things of you.

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