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[ It has been some time since she's had a strong presence over the network, so Jaina knows that this day is as good as any to make an appearance. The good people of Azeroth were estranged from their home, friends, and family, so why not give them a little something? The problem is just what is it she can do to help? The snow is an added touch, but other than that? It isn't as though she can just teleport into everyone's place of residence and leave small gifts like certain others ~~she has her eyes on this strange blue box now~~, but maybe a message to lift their spirits? Jaina's never been any good at that in this season of all seasons, so maybe just a little message will do.

When the video clicks on, Jaina's sitting some distance away (it's nice having magical projectiles) prim and proper as a lady should. There's a faint hint of a smile (forced to the trained eye) and a wave of her hand. ]

Being so preoccupied as of late has left me to neglect the fact that the Feast of Winter Veil is upon us. While there is no time left to prepare for a feast, I do wish all of those who celebrate it the best of times not only here, but wherever you may go. Please be well and enjoy yourselves today for you have earned it.

[ There's a certain reluctance after that is said, almost as though there were other things she wished to say. Instead, it'll cut out after a flick of her wrist. ]

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[ Other things to say? What could those possibly be? Surely there's nothing suspicious going on whatsoever...

The voice on the other end is polite enough, but of course, she may know it for it truly is: a lie. ]

There are other plans in the works for celebration, so I am told.

Other plans?

[ Jaina's grown excellent at disguising her voice as well. Not with the intent to trick him, but to not draw fear from a vague statement. Other plans can mean a multitude of things. ]

From the sounds of it, many others celebrate this day. It does not surprise me in the least to hear of it.

[ They certainly can. Unfortunately, none of those things are usually good, considering the individual involved here. ]

A feast for Yule, as it is called in other realms. There will be much drink and merriment... you should consider attending, my lady.

Is this a personal invitation or a request for my presence?

[ There's a hint of a tease in her voice in asking. ] When is it?

[ The playfulness is warmly returned. ]

Could it not be both? And preparations are already underway, so far as I know; within the coming day, I'd imagine.

Merely was curious as to what I should wear, that is all.

[ She'll dress her finest regardless. ] It would be rude of me otherwise to decline an offer when I have little else to do. I expect us to have some time to speak in private during the occasion, yes?

[ As to be expected of a Proudmoore. Although... ]

That's a rather forward offer, [ with the slightest of purrs ] Lady Jaina. Is there something in particular that bears discussion?

What is there to not discuss?

[ Goading information out of each other, what else? ] I imagine there is a great number of things here that are of concern not just to you, but to myself as well. It would do us both some good to talk with familiar company.

[ You, madam, are seeming increasingly like trouble by the second.

This of course means he should continue to respond. ]

It certainly does not bode well that we find ourselves in a realm with more problems than Azeroth. And a meeting of the minds, especially as one as great as yours, would make some amount of sense...

[ With somewhat of an edge: ] I suppose I simply forget how crafty my fellow mages are at times.

[ Jaina? Trouble? What are you, Arthas? ]

Do you think I have wicked motives in store? [ ~~Us people stuck in the past need to stick together, brah.~~ ] It was never my intention to give you such an impression. I only feel it wise for people of our sorts to come together to better understand everything.

Surely you have noticed it, have you not?

[ Nope, just his almost totally not a dragon brother-in-law. No problems here. ]

I'm a politician, dear. I always presume the worst. [ Curiously: ] Noticed what?

[While Lord Prestor may have been expecting a gentler voice on the line, that is not the one he receives. In fact, its quite the opposite -- a deep baritone, ripe with fury and reverberating in the tones of undeath. Tones of a man who is all to aware of shenanigans being afoot.]

I would quickly reevalutate your position if I were you, Lord Prestor.

[ The anger beneath the voice's haunted surface is palpable. He does not recognize it offhand, recognize Arthas offhand for who he is, but it still grants even one of his malevolent station pause. He at least knows Death when he hears it.

And this, undeniably, is Death. Perhaps not Death incarnate, but one who wields it well. As such, he words his response with care. ]

It's rather impolite to barge into a personal conversation so suddenly, don't you think?

I've read a lot of books about human holidays but I've never heard of that one before. What's it about?

[ Great, someone who wants to hear about it. Maybe giving an explanation will spark some life into Jaina's own holiday spirits. ]

Mm, 'twas the feast of Great-Winter and all through the land all the races were running with snowballs in hand. Ah, that is how it starts at least. [ Cheerfully spoken. ] Greatfather Winter brings presents and cheer to the good people of Azeroth each year around this time.

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Oh! He sounds kind of like Earth Santa! Why does he do it?

Why..?

[ Er, what was it her father used to tell her? Maybe he wasn't the best example, being an admiral and all, but there had to be something in the stories. ]

I think it is to reward good behavior. Is that identical to the Earth Santa you speak of?

I... think that sounds right! I'm not exactly an expert.

Oh, then are there any customs from your world that are celebrated during this time?

[ They can swap stories maybe! ]

It's hard to say, where I'm from, we measure years differently. They are called sweeps and they are a lot longer than a year! But we do the whole decorating and getting close with your family thing around 12th Perigee's Eve. We don't have a Santa or a Greatfather Winter!

[ That sounds interesting enough to inquire about. ]

These sweeps, that is how time is measured in your world? You are familiar with the concept of years, but what of months? Weeks? Days?

Yes! I have lived on Earth for almost two years now. Maybe more like a year and a half, it got hard to keep track, but the point is I am very familiar with Earth time! It didn't take long to learn, even a wiggler could figure it out.

A wiggler?

[ Some sort of pet? ] Well, it is fortunate that you have managed to sort through that sort of thing. Many people struggle when faced with a culture unlike their own.

I imagine it to be even harsher when it is a world entirely unlike the one they left behind.

I didn't think so. You just have to be willing to listen to what people tell you!

I do enjoy a good story every now and again. [ Except she enjoys them all the time. ] If people are willing to speak, I will listen. Even if they are just telling me about the strange new world I happen to find myself upon.

What's the feast like?

Colorful.

I could show you some examples if you would like in person. I am certain conjuring food identical to the gifted kind of this holiday would be little trouble.

Besides, there is a gift for you that I need to deliver. A bit late, but better than never.

You got me a gift? Are you serious?

Yes, a little something from both Thrall and myself.

If you do not mind it that is.

It's no problem, really.

... Thanks.

Hopefully it is something that serves you well.

We think you will enjoy it regardless.

I'm, uh... I'm sure I will, yeah.

Feast of Winter Veil?

[Roomie, he's now kinda interested in your food culture.]

Yes, the Feast of Winter Veil. If you are truly interested in hearing of it, I could tell you better in person.

[ She doesn't understand why those she's come to meet in this place insist on using this device when they could speak to her face-to-face. ]

Well, how about that?

Sounds like a good idea, maybe we could even share recipes together, if you'd like?

[She did mention she loves researching modern things.

Well, junks, to be exact, but details.]

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