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[digophelia]

[Alice is currently outside the stables once again, sprinting up to greet a small, white rabbit. The imp that's decided to become her company has made a point to turn on the locket, in the midst of a mild debate.]

Oh, not now, it can wait- Sophie!

[ It's no ordinary white rabbit, as it runs up to Alice when she greets her, Alice kneeling down beside a familiar grey mare.]

Sophie! I am so sorry, I didn't mean to leave you!

[ Alice picks her up and holds her up to look at her better. The imp is tugging on her hair gently and Alice is ignoring. ]

Miss, please-

No, it's alright, my friend, They need to eat first. Oh, surely you two like something other than hay?

[ Alice glances to the horse grazing behind her. Alice looks exhausted and even paler if it were possible. She feels more secure with the animals and the small imp that she talks a bit more freely than she would with others.]

Miss, I think you need to eat! They're already so well fed, don't you think?

No, it wouldn't feel right. They've both been so lonely, I think! I'll be fine, I-

[ Hold up, Alice pauses with the rabbit jumping out of her hands and grazing besides the horse. Alice shoots a look up to the imp above her head. Exasperation crosses over her face more than anger.]

For goodness sakes! I said I was fine!

If it makes you rest for yourself just once...!

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[digophelia]

[ She's feigning an innocent look until she looks a little awkward at that statement. ]

If that is your choice, I suppose.

[gordianknots]

It'd be distinguished.

But I digress. I'll let you know when I'm going to come to the Station, and we can explore modern Oxford from my phone. Agreed?

[digophelia]

[ Yes, pictures! Something less awkward! ]

Oh, thank you, Mr. Waver! I really cannot wait.

[gordianknots]

[You'll get the stink eye in person next time, Alice!]

I'm just hoping I won't be a disappointment.

[digophelia]

Hardly! I haven't seen it since I was a child.

[gordianknots]

I'm incredibly glad to offer you something to look forward to then.

[digophelia]

It is where my father worked most of his life; anything in relatedness to him always makes me happy, no matter what it is. He was a very good man.

[gordianknots]

Perhaps you can tell me more in person, if you're comfortable with it?

[digophelia]

A little, I suppose.

[ Since it is still a sore spot for her. ]

[gordianknots]

Only if you're willing.

[Waver tries, at the very least, to respect personal boundaries. And this one sounds like it is.]

Hopefully I'll be by soon.

[digophelia]

Of course and please take care not to bury yourself in books.

[gordianknots]

Zero promises.

[digophelia]

You can't even try not to?

[gordianknots]

It is a compulsion.

Take care of yourself too, all right?

[digophelia]

Yes, I shall.

[ Whether or not she really does is up in the air. ]

[gordianknots]

Until then!

[Click!


She will get a Very Disappointed Face if she doesn't.]