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[ There was always time to rest between times of activity - and Th'ancred needed it. He hadn't expected his brother to return, however - his nervous clicking made that clear.

Oh, but he wasn't just nervously clicking because of Pratsha - the man he'd thought dead. No, though he wouldn't hide it, how could he tell the others what he lost? His magic, however, was so enhanced. He could taste aether in the air, and if he wanted, he was sure he could see it. However, that would drain far too much from him. Though it hurt to not see anymore.

His room, of course, was a mess (or would seem it for a non-Miqo'te). Both him and his brother shared it - it was more of a campsite, for it felt more natural for the shaken Nunh. He was sitting, head to the wall, when his ears twitched. Prastha was there, he could hear it. His footsteps sounded different then others.

Miqo'te ears, after all, were sensitive. Perhaps his clicking was because of that - helping him see what he knew before. ]

...Is everybody out there going okay? [ Th'ancred asked, turning around. ]

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[Oh- he relaxes a little, letting Th'ancred groom his hand.]

It has been, yes. I… even dealing with Garlean machinery can be harsh.

That, I can imagine. Being on the other end is no easy feat - I can't imagine they're as fine as a staff. Or dagger.

It's tricky to get a hold of- though they don't give the most dangerous ones to recruits, as you can imagine… [he makes a little sound, curling a little more.] It's interesting- in an uncomfortable way. They seemed to have recruited some familiar with daggers- not rogues, but…

Of course not. Had to trust you, first. I can imagine that's why you weren't at the Battle of Carteneau. [ Th'ancred does pause, though, on a small scar - letting more magic tremble though him. He doesn't like this. ] The Rogues' Guild has begun to recruit more, here in Eorzea. I hear they're learning from Lady Yugiri--

--ah, one of the Shinobi from Doma. She led some of their people here, and they are taking refuge. Not all of them have... returned from the Ul'dahn purge.

No. And I… I don't know how much good I would have been. [for anyone- for the Circle. He puts his hand over Th'ancred's, trying to reassure him.] Have they? That's- huh, they must see this as much of a problem as anyone…

Ah! Very good- I expect we could learn a lot. Though their safety is important, of course… [he's interested, too, of course!] Ah… perhaps they've hidden themselves well enough…?

I thought you'd been there - you'd been... burned away. [ Th'ancred admitted, shuddering into the touch. ] A lot's been a danger - to everywhere. And there's been a lot more adventurers, as well.

I hope they're simply hidden.

Oh- oh. I… the others mentioned, but… [he wraps both arms around Th'ancred again.] Right- the primals, and all the other troubles people might think to try and bring- try and get away with… Hm. Who could be advantageous to recruit, then.

…indeed. [because- well, there's a chance, perhaps. He hugs Th'ancred a little tighter.]

[ Ooh - a hug. He purrs again, and smiles - showing his little fangs, happily. ] Actually, that reminds me - a lot of adventurers have also been turning up with the Echo - if not Blessed by Hydaelyn in other ways. It's been a little helpful - but it's still worrying... so many come back needing some healing.

[a much better look! he smiles, blepping a little- this is nicer, right?] Huh- so everything must be building up again, mustn't it? It's definitely worrying, though… You've been helping, of course? But- what's been happening to them…?

[ It is! Though back to grooming, comforting. ] It must be - if She needs so much help. If only Minfilia was here - she'd... be able to tell us more. But while I've been away, I hear that... well, Urianger's been trying, but he's not as strong as me. Some of them have had to retire.

[it's helping, as he shifts a little, trying to look after Th'ancred, too.] Then we'll try to find her soon. Right- he's always trying to do what he can, but… [it's not quite Urainger's forte.] Twelve… Surely it's too soon. Surely there's something we could do…

...If my magic is this strong, I shall go meet those who lost their abilities. It'd make up for my time off, hm?

[ th'ancred you weren't-- argh. ]

… 'ancred, you were trying to survive. [not exactly a holiday!! don't make him pin you, because he will if he thinks he needs to.] Relax a little first- no one's going to fall apart tomorrow. [hopefully.]

I was, and it was hard - but... you are right. I could have come back earlier. [ But there's a tsk - he also understands he has to relax. ]

But that would have been hard, too. [he rumbles.] I'm not… I don't mean you should do anything you're not ready to do.

...I-- I just want to know Minfilia's safe. [ He admits, after a little. ] Selfish as that sounds.

So do I. I… I know. But- the others must miss her too, I'm sure.

I know! They-- Krile came here for her, and hasn't even been able to see... but I'm ready to find Minfilia, no matter where she is.

And bring her back, of course.

Ah- and it had been an age since they've seen each other last, hadn't it?

Of course! I think- that'd be best, don't you?

It had been - I still wonder where Val went. It-- vanished into nothing, quite some time ago.

[ There's a soft click. ] I hope she's not been blinded - or worse. But she can return whenever she wants... like me, hm.

Into- nothing? Just like that? But what could have caused that?

[he murrs a little.] Hopefully… we'll just have to see. Like you…?

That's what we need to figure out. All the Students within went with it.

[ If his magic could have been this strong before, perhaps he would have gone to investigate. ] It's as you said, Prastha. I could have come back before now.

Damn. And not a clue left…? Someone must have looked- surely?

…yes. And so- why hasn't she…? There must be some reason.

They have - in Sharlayan. No word has reached us.

...What if Minfilia's-- she may be unable to move, or stranded somewhere she cannot teleport...

...hm? [ And that's what Th'ancred hears his Linkpearl beginning to ring. Prastha would too - a call to both of them? ]

Tch… I suppose they must not think it worthwhile. [damn it all.

He hisses, low.] Maybe- that would explain it- but I hope not…

Eh? [he touches his fingers to the pearl.] Yes? Prastha here.

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