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[technologic]

[April doesn't look like herself when the feed switches on. Her eyes are red and tearful, despite her rubbing at her eyes to hide it, and she can't even muster up her usual cheerful smile. Instead, she bites on her lip as she tries to stop her shaky breathes.]

Ah, um, j-just to let people know, L-Ledah Rozwelli has left. [Another sharp intake of breath, before she steadies herself again.]

I'll... b-be leaving town for a while, s-so I'm sorry in advance if you need me for a-anything later.

[And the feed cuts off here.]

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[forgivethemtheirpain]

What? I... I'm so sorry.

[technologic]

I-I'll be fine. I just don't want to stay here right now.

[forgivethemtheirpain]

I know how you feel, so I can't say anything...

[technologic]

T-thanks... [Dammit, she cannot start crying again. She quickly wipes at her eyes.] S-sorry, I'm such a mess.

[forgivethemtheirpain]

It's all right. I don't mind.

[technologic]

I knew it would hurt when he would leave, but I wasn't prepared for it... [She chokes back a sob and covers her face.]

[forgivethemtheirpain]

It's not fair.

[technologic]

I loved him... Still love him, and I don't want to stay on this damn island anymore.

[forgivethemtheirpain]

...I know it's hard to think about anything right now. Please be careful, okay?

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[selene]

[ Ledah..? Of course, that would be why April is looking like this, those two were together after all, right? And she recalls the feeling when Mamoru died, and even being stuck here without him now-- it's enough to understand how April must be feeling right now. ]

.. Sorry, April-san..

[croibhristeoir]

My sincerest condolences.

I'm leaving for a while as well. Have you thought about where to go?

[technologic]

[Just gonna send a text back.]

I think I might go to England. It's somewhere I've wanted to go for a while, and I need to get away from here.

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[technologic]

It's all right, Usagi. I just... need to get a break from this place for a while It's been one bad thing after another.

[technologic]

I will... Thanks.

[croibhristeoir]

I was considering Ireland. It's the only place I can think of on this world I'd like to see again. England might be nice, though.

[technologic]

England looks like it would be fun to visit in this time, especially that 'London Eye' thingy. And from pictures that I've seen, Ireland looks really pretty.

[croibhristeoir]

It was beautiful when last I was there. I'm certain it must still be.

Will you be alright, April?

[technologic]

[It takes a few moments for her to reply.]

To be honest, I don't know. But I can't stay on this island right now. It hurts too much.

[croibhristeoir]

I know. Believe me, I know. Arturia and Grainne are both gone as well--I hesitate to say 'I have nothing left', but that is how it feels at present.

[technologic]

Yeah. Right now, it feels like there's no reason to stay... Dammit, I hate this place.

[croibhristeoir]

I wish it were as simple as loving or hating it for me. Outside of this world, I have nothing. Nothing but death and awaiting another summoning into a war I can no longer stand.

No, I won't even remember that I can't stand it. I won't remember anything at all but who I am and what I as a Servant am meant for.

I love this place for giving me one last proper chance at life. But I hate that it's also causing so much pain.

[technologic]

[Another pauses before she replies.]

I'm sorry. I wish there was something I could do.

[croibhristeoir]

Don't be sorry. Even if it's miserable at times, I am thankful to be here. Life in itself can't always be perfect, so if I myself have to meet with difficult times again I am content it is in a place where my allies will remain no matter how many disappear.

Like you, for example. I am glad that I have friends such as yourself still remaining, and if you should leave I will be thankful to have known you.

[technologic]

[Dammit she's crying again now. Luckily this isn't obvious with text... Okay, it might be obvious with how long it takes to reply.]

You're right. And this place did have some good points, it's where I met Ledah and all my friends after all.

... And thank you. It's the same back to you. If you disappear one day, I will be glad that I knew you and was your friend.

[croibhristeoir]

Things could always be worse, no matter how terrible it seems.

Even a hero could not ask for any greater honor than to be remembered kindly. Thank you.

[technologic]

True. It could always be worse.

You're welcome, though it's just the truth. [A pause.] You planning on traveling alone?

[croibhristeoir]

I think this is something I would prefer to do alone.

Perhaps some other time we can go somewhere together and enjoy ourselves for a short while, though. If you would not mind my company.

[technologic]

Then stay safe.

Sure, I wouldn't mind at all. Though, that's if you don't mind putting up with me, since I tend to get annoying sometimes.

[croibhristeoir]

I will be fine, I promise you that.

Not at all. I am surely not always the easiest individual to deal with myself.

[technologic]

That's good.

Yeah, but I doubt you have the tendency to drag people around and stuff like I sometimes do.

[croibhristeoir]

I assure you, it wouldn't bother me. I'm still a little unsure of how people enjoy themselves in this era, so a little dragging around might be in order anyway.

[technologic]

If that's the case, I'll be more than happy to drag you around. I still don't know much either, but I could probably show you a few things.

[croibhristeoir]

That sounds wonderful. When we both get back, let me know when and where, and I'll be ready.

[technologic]

Okay! I look forward to it.

[forgivethemtheirpain]

It's all right. If you need your space, you can go.

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[selene]

I understand. But.. um.. if you ever need to talk, I'm always here, okay? I want to help you if I can in any way.

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[technologic]

[April smiles at that, even if it's small and a bit sad.] ... Thank you, Usagi. I'll be gone for probably a couple of weeks, but I hope you won't mind me taking you up on that when I get back.

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[selene]

.. Of course not!

[ And Usagi tries to smile at that too, but it's bigger and brighter - partially since yes, she's forcing it a little for the other, but there's something genuinely happy for her friends always behind it too. ]

You can take me up on it whenever you want! I'll miss you, April-san.

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[technologic]

[April's smile brightens faintly.]

I'll miss you too, Usagi... I'll bring you back something!

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[selene]

A present, for me? [ this visibly makes her even more excited on the spot, really. ] No way, I can't wait to see it! I bet it'll be great!

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[technologic]

Though one for thing I'll need to know before I buy you anything; what animals do you like?

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[selene]

... Huh..? .. Well, I like a lot of animals! But if I'd have to pick any, hmm.. maybe a rabbit?

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[technologic]

Okay, a rabbit! Just wanted to know since I've got a faint idea of what to buy.