[ If the username wasn't enough of a hint, then the, uh, behavior would be a dead giveaway as to who this is. But for once, it's not meant as an admonishment; more like friendly teasing, really. ]
Regardless, I am glad to hear from you, despite the circumstances. I take it you are somewhere safe?
Ah, yes. A year ago, we were under a similar attack, although this time the enemy came better prepared, and with much larger numbers. Those of us hailing from Fodlan joined forces to fend them off, and thankfully there have been no casualties.
[ Or, well, no lasting casualties, anyway. The impermanence of death in this place is one more odd truth in this odd reality they find themselves in, and Dimitri isn't sure whether or not he's had to put it to the test after their battle. ]
Flayn seems to have disappeared at some point during the battle, however, and I was in the hospital for at least a day. Possibly more, though the metal golems will not provide more than vague answers. That is why I ask you to remain vigilant, and act with caution.
You've been here for a whole year? [Wherever here even really was.
It was pretty mind blowing. Sylvain was maybe a days march away from Fort Merceus. It's hard to imagine spending a year in a place like this and then being able to go back.]
Vigilant and cautious. Of course! When am I not vigilant and cautious, your Majesty?!
It has been longer than that, I'm afraid. About sixteen moons, give or take. I understand this must come as quite a shock to you, but it is true.
Unfortunately, I could name several occasions in which you are, in fact, not vigilant and cautious. [ Sylvain, buddy, he loves you but sometimes he really wishes he could yeet you out a window. ] But that is all the more reason for me to ask that you take this seriously. This last battle nearly cost me my life, and I do not wish to see you needlessly endangering yourself, understood?
[ He sounds strict, but these aren't orders from a king; it's a request from a friend. ]
[ He... knows Sylvain isn't being entirely sincere here, but he's going to drop that subject for now and just keep a close eye on him. ]
I know. Whenever I think about all that awaits us back home, my heart sinks. And yet, despite all my efforts to find a way back, it has been but a fruitless endeavor. Even completing entire cards does not seem to be enough to earn our freedom.
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[Two seconds later.]
Actually, if this isn't Dimitri, could you let me know? That'd be better.
[And another second later.]
And if this isn't Dimitri, hi, what's up? Who's this?
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[ If the username wasn't enough of a hint, then the, uh, behavior would be a dead giveaway as to who this is. But for once, it's not meant as an admonishment; more like friendly teasing, really. ]
Regardless, I am glad to hear from you, despite the circumstances. I take it you are somewhere safe?
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Changed? Nah. It's just the same old me.
Sure, it seems safe enough. Just at Felix and I's apartment.
He mentioned something about some kind of attack. Monsters coming out of the ocean?
[He's not even sure what to ask about that, so Dimitri gets to deal with his question without an actual question.]
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[ Or, well, no lasting casualties, anyway. The impermanence of death in this place is one more odd truth in this odd reality they find themselves in, and Dimitri isn't sure whether or not he's had to put it to the test after their battle. ]
Flayn seems to have disappeared at some point during the battle, however, and I was in the hospital for at least a day. Possibly more, though the metal golems will not provide more than vague answers. That is why I ask you to remain vigilant, and act with caution.
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You've been here for a whole year? [Wherever here even really was.
It was pretty mind blowing. Sylvain was maybe a days march away from Fort Merceus. It's hard to imagine spending a year in a place like this and then being able to go back.]
Vigilant and cautious. Of course! When am I not vigilant and cautious, your Majesty?!
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Unfortunately, I could name several occasions in which you are, in fact, not vigilant and cautious. [ Sylvain, buddy, he loves you but sometimes he really wishes he could yeet you out a window. ] But that is all the more reason for me to ask that you take this seriously. This last battle nearly cost me my life, and I do not wish to see you needlessly endangering yourself, understood?
[ He sounds strict, but these aren't orders from a king; it's a request from a friend. ]
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Of course, your majesty! [If they were in person, Dimitri would even get a bright, reassuring smile. Always an effortless lie.]
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I know. Whenever I think about all that awaits us back home, my heart sinks. And yet, despite all my efforts to find a way back, it has been but a fruitless endeavor. Even completing entire cards does not seem to be enough to earn our freedom.
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OH! Ohhhh. Right. Those cards.
Wait, an entire card?! You've completed an entire card???
[Sure, nearly a year and a half was a long time but this was Dimitri. Hide-me-a-girl-noticed-my-existence Dimitri!]
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Ah, no, that is just the information I got from someone who had completed theirs. I have only completed a little over half of mine.
[ Which is less impressive, but still a feat for hide-me-a-girl-noticed-my-existence Dimitri...! ]
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I'm proud of you
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I don't think this is reason for pride, Sylvain. And besides, this has mostly been about survival and trying to find a way back home.
[ Mostly. Because -- and he hates to admit it, but -- as it turns out, Sylvain didn't... entirely have the wrong idea about sex. ]
that icon is unfair... stop undressing people with your eye
I guess the whole being forced into it thing is a pretty good reason not to be that proud of it. But still.
I hope you're not ashamed of it! And I'M proud of you. You could've tried to resist... can't you? [A legitimate question since Sylvain hadn't tried.]