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[eidolon-soul.livejournal.com]

[After her talk with Rosa, Rydia's leaning against the balcony railing of her room in Troia Castle, overlooking the neighboring town. It's past sunset, but there's still enough light to see by as the summer sky is slow to darken. She stares at the view for a moment, then turns away from it, leaning against the railing. Her demeanor is largely bright and excited, though there's a faint undercurrent of nervousness.]

So, I've decided--a few days ago, actually. Troia is lovely and it will always be a second home, but...it doesn't need me. And truth be told, I could do with some new sights. I'd like to know a little more about Alfitaria before I leave, though. The Garden Festival was just there, right? Aside from that outrageous parking fee, what was the city like?

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[A warmer, more at-ease smile.]

How are you doing lately? Is there a chance your goodwill tour can include Alfitaria? I was looking forward to showing you around Troia, but we could have fun exploring this city instead.

[And her expression grows a touch more serious.]

I also have some questions I'm hoping you can answer, when you have a free moment.

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[sandrubies.livejournal.com]

Trust me. I know how you can be. And I know that you would not simply just up and leave with Edge, of all people, without there being a good reason for having made such a choice.

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[eidolon-soul.livejournal.com]

[Sigh.]

What I said was true. I think Edge will need me. And...I need him, too.

[That last part is soft and muttered.]

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[sandrubies.livejournal.com]

Now was that so hard for you to admit? [Smiling slightly. Although...]

It saddens me that you've no more need for Troia or even I.

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[eidolon-soul.livejournal.com]

[Her silence probably says all it needs to, in answer to that question. But she's quick to speak up at that last comment.]

Now, that will never be true. I'll always need you, even though I won't be living in Troia.

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[sandrubies.livejournal.com]

Then you'll write or call if you ever need anything? And not leave it to the very last minute?

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[eidolon-soul.livejournal.com]

Of course I will, I'm not--well, someone else who shall remain nameless.

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[sandrubies.livejournal.com]

Yes... Kain does have a horrible habit for such things, doesn't he? [Cecil sounds slightly amused.] He has always been that way.

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[eidolon-soul.livejournal.com]

It's annoying. I'm trying to get him to stop that, but it might be impossible.

[Faint annoyance there for a moment, but she doesn't let things derail for long.]

Cecil...before I leave, let's spend some time together. We don't have to do anything important, but I would like that.

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[sandrubies.livejournal.com]

For as long as I have known him-- such a feat would be impossible, yes.

What did you have in mind?

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[eidolon-soul.livejournal.com]

Hm. We could go chocobo riding, or...it honestly doesn't matter to me, as long as I get to spend time with you.

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[sandrubies.livejournal.com]

Chocobo riding- that doesn't sound like a bad idea. Perhaps we could pack some food for once we settle on an area.

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[eidolon-soul.livejournal.com]

Chocobo riding and a picnic! That sounds like a wonderful idea.

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[sandrubies.livejournal.com]

Whenever you're free next, we shall go then?

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[eidolon-soul.livejournal.com]

Of course! And don't worry about when I'm free. I can always make time for you.

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[sandrubies.livejournal.com]

Then shall we say ... two days time?

I will have the cook prepare a basket and the stableboy prepare a bird.

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[eidolon-soul.livejournal.com]

That sounds like a wonderful plan, Cecil! I'll be ready.

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[sandrubies.livejournal.com]

We'll see each other soon, Rydia.