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[ The feed turns on. Leliana looks closely at the notebook and waves her hand in front of the video feed. It mirrors her movements. There are other people in other windows and they are all watching her! She wonders if this is what the other side of the mirror feels like. ]

This… communication device is so interesting! Is it some sort of, um, ancient magic? I don’t know much about those, I am afraid, but it is certainly useful, no?

This place is really grand. I don’t think I have ever been anywhere like here. Not in Ferelden. Not in Orlais. Not in Orzammar. I am sure these walls and windows have a lot of stories to tell, and these grand spaces have a lot of adventure to uncover. [She giggles.] I am going to find out, soon enough.

I still can’t believe I’m here! I can’t tell if I’m dead or if I’m dreaming. I hope nobody pinches me awake soon, at least.

Oh. But I have certainly babbled enough, I think. I am Leliana! It’s a pleasure to meet all of you!

[ ooc: psst, mods, it's Leliana not Lelania in the tags. :D ]

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I'm sorry. Alistair is ruling by himself, from where I came from.

Is he now.

[she's piecing this together. her eyes are narrowing.

.....oh Maker there's a chance she's dead in some alternate dimension.]

One can only wonder how he is fairing on his own.

He is doing wonderfully. He surprised everyone by studying governance, and is well-loved by the people.

[and that....shuts her up.

her lips are drawn into a thin white line she's just. thinking.]

That...is certainly surprising.

[sob she's tempted to ask of her own fate.]

Excuse me for saying so, but he's not as incompetent as you'd like to think, my lady.

So I have heard.

[but Leliana he bought Hawaiian shirts at a yard sale.]

But Alistair says you two are married and ruling side by side, yes?

I'm sure together, Ferelden fared better. You have the sort of cunning wit that Alistair does not have, one that I can appreciate.

[ That is indeed an unforgivable crime. ]

As I have also heard, though I find it will be rather difficult to compare. When we were brought here the Archdemon had just been slain. I am aware there are others here from some far-flung future, whether ours or someone else's.

[her disposition is smoothing itself out]

Yes, he is rather lacking with his cunning, isn't he? But such is the way of a fighter, I presume.

Warriors are like that. They are champions and defenders that inspire and protect their people. They're not much for the subtlety of politics, however.

Hence my surprise when I hear of his future competence, with or without me.

[continues to vaguely badmouth her hubby doop doop.

BUT ANYWAY]

It is good to meet someone who is appreciative of political wit.

As a traveling minstrel, I've been to plenty of courts. And where there are courts, there are always social climbers, nobles and even royalty from time to time. I've watched them all, both in the surface and the shadows -- some walk on eggshells around their enemies and, others, device devious plans to usurp them. Morality doesn't even come to play at all. There is a certain... artistry to it.

There is, one I have spent years learning and perfecting. Shame my studies have all gone to waste in whatever alternate path you come from.

[she's very obviously taking in what she's saying. her interest is piqued...she's well acquainted with your sort.]

Mmm, perhaps we should take the time to talk once you have settled.

That would be lovely, my lady.

I believe you will soon know where you find me after you meet with my dear husband.

[wow that's some sarcasm right there.

also her way of saying YES I KNOW THINGS by listening to unprivated conversations.]

Oh, yes, of course. Friends catching up and whatnot.

Of course.

He certainly does enjoy catching up with his friends as of late.

In any case, I am certain to see you around.

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