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[It was something he would never admit, but Cailan didn't know most of the weapons that they were allowed to choose from. Something called a gun? Another one called a machine gun? Even the explanation of what they were was unsatisfactory, but there was a large group of weapons that he knew.

And finding his father's blade helped narrow the field down considerably. What he didn't know was what he was supposed to do now. They said they would send him on missions, but he wouldn't get to plan them. He couldn't go home, even though there was long awaited glory waiting back home, and his kingdom needed him.

Plus he had no idea what to do with this little book thing. What was he supposed to do, look at it? Read it, in some way, or communicate with others like he was told? This would all be exciting if he knew what was going on. Well. It was pretty exciting, anyway. Being sent to the bank, he was in full armor, tapping at the screen of the "book" and ignoring the stares of people walking by, most of whom were going on the other side of the street.]

Hello? This is King Cailan Theirin of Ferelden, I require information. [He keeps tapping at the screen.] I admit, I'm more used to books back home being less complex then this.

[He gives a roguish grin, something he isn’t even sure if anyone can see.]

Is someone there? There will be quite a bit of gold involved if anyone is able to help me understand this thing, I can assure you of that. I’m a king, after all, I’m sure I can afford a bit of help, even in... such a strange place as this!

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[But is he not better then an Antivan, dear darling wife? You almost look upset to see him. How long have they known each other, that he can tell when she's trying to hide what she feels? Maybe not fully, but he is more observant then he lets on.

Observant and happy to see her, though!]

Anora! What are you doing here, shouldn't you be back home? [Mostly because who is ruling the kingdom in their stead?]

I didn't think I would see you so soon! [Biggest grin on his face.]

[IT'S HIS ENTHUSIASM THAT HURTS THE MOST.

She's good at keeping composure. It was something had trained herself to do when her mother lay sick and dying. But something like this...wasn't exactly something she ever expected.

It was different when Elissa showed up. This was entirely more personal.]

I...had not expected to see you, either, Cailan.

[She clears her throat.]

I am here for the same reason everyone else is here. And I...have been here for awhile, believe it or not.

[While Cailan was used to Anora being so serious (moreso then him, anyway), she seemed too serious right now. His enthusiasm and excitement dips for the briefest of moments before coming back in full force.]

Don't be such a tease, Anora. I've only been gone a month, I would have heard if you were taken.

Yes well, the way time works here...it is different.

I have been here for about half a year now, and you will find that some people here are from a future of some sort. It is difficult to explain, I honestly wish I had a straight answer to give you.

[Ahaha what. Has someone been dipping into the wine while he's been gone? This makes no sense whatsoever.]

...Are you sure you've been counting the days correctly? Anora, if you were here for months, then you must have been taken after me, even though--

[Oh wait.] How... does time work, here?

[no she is completely sober dear husband

but she could use a drink right about now.]

It is not exactly linear, and supposedly time comes to a halt when we are taken. There are those from the future who took no notice of mine and A--[CUTTING HERSELF OFF AND BACKTRACKING UH] of my disappearance, so I am lead to believe this is true.

[she's frowning now, looking at him quizzically. there is a reality where Elissa lives, so perhaps...there's one where he...]

Might I ask as to what you were doing before you arrived?

[Oh good! He could use one, too. Looks like it's time to celebrate.]

...I've never been very good with that whole. Time thing. [God, stop giving him a headache, he hasn't been here that long for it. On to a different subject, though, and he is more then happy to tell her.]

I was about to fall asleep before the battle at Ostagar! Not that I was prepared to do much sleeping, of course. Excitement kept me up.

[Well that...basically seals the deal. Suffice to day, she isn't all too fond of this topic either.

Ugh no.

He's dead. His isn't a situation like Elissa's.]

You never were much of a sleeper.

[There's an implication there.]

So you truly are from the past.

Sleeping seems like... such a waste, when there is so much more to do. [Does he look chastised, now? Because he does feel like he was, and well. Well.]

I suppose I am. [Oh! Wait!] So you know the future? Tell me, what happened?! Has the Blight ended?

[Oh she was definitely chastising him.

And give her a second to think of an answer to this...]

...yes. Yes it has ended.

[But he didn't do anything this time! Not yet anyway.]

Then we did it! [If he was anyone else, he might do a little happy dance about that. But because he's a king, he just does a little two step hop thing before stilling with the biggest grin on his face.]

...Why aren't you happy?

All victories come at a cost.

[it's said factually, practically mechanically.]

I am content, I suppose but I-

[hng...]

-shall tell you. Soon. After you have become better acquainted with this place. I am sure Alistair will prove to be an excellent guide.

[WHY YES SHE HAS BEEN CAREFULLY EYEING THAT CONVERSATION YOU TWO HAVE BEEN HAVING.]

[The words should tip him off, but since it's something she would say anyway, he doesn't become concerned. Of course victories come at a cost. Otherwise they wouldn't be victories.]

And when will I see you?

Tomorrow evening.

I will meet you at your flat.

[except NOT BECAUSE THAT'S WHEN SHE GETS LANCED HO HO HO YOU'RE GONNA GET STOOD UP BY YOUR OWN WIFE.]

[Sob. That is so sad.]

I can't wait. [Look, you even get a wink! :D ]