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[ Here's an unusually solemn new face. Ashraf looks a little shorter, a little more gangly, and with less wear and tear. He's traded out his swank priest robes for a nice tan dress-looking ensamble, too. After some initial juggling he stares straight into the camera, takes a breath, and speaks very carefully. ]

I understand that… some of you will recognize me. To those that don't, or have forgotten me, my name is Ashraf Salib, an acolyte. [ A pause, and there's a rustle of paper as he glances down at something in his hands. A note? ] …That is to say, I am a healer. Please make use of that, if you need it.

I've been instructed to tell this network that any children that are unsure of where to go or what to do may come to the clinic for care. There are a lot of people who are currently their wrong ages, I think? Well — you will find safe haven at the clinic.

[ YES HE DID IT, HE WAS PROFESSIONAL AND EVERYTHING. He looks a little nervously relieved as he hurries to kill the feed again.

Then a few minutes later (it takes him a while to figure this thing out ok), some private messages! ]

[ Addressed to Anders: ] I am told we… work together? [ SHOULDERS SQUARING, LOOKIN DETERMINED. ] Please think no less of me, although I'm not yet a priest. I can still be helpful.

[ no take the reigns away from him anders please ]

[ Addressed to Koltira: ] I am to ask if you still don't remember your time here. [ Here he pauses, clutching nervously at that paper of his just off-screen. ] And I've been told that you are a friend of mine, either way.

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I have a letter here... it tells me that the version of me that was here last was good friends with a Mahdi. [ a tiny smile here ] That must be you.

[ he's a fantasy character and what are condoms?? just gonna ignore that one, but he nods. ] If there are going to be many children, then we should have the food to match them.

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Just let me know if any of them have allergies. I think I'll macaroni and cheese, and a vegetable soup, and... oh I have so many ideas! I love kids. It'll be fun to help you take care of them.

You - he - you said that? [Mahdi is touched beyond belief. Not just friends, but good friends. His heart is in his throat.]

I'll be sure to live up to that reputation. We'll get through this!

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[ oh gosh how embarrassing, he's not sure how to deal with having a good friend that he's never met before ]

I'm... sure you will. [ presumably?? he must have liked him for a reason. ] I'm sorry that I don't recognize you.

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That's okay, it's not your fault. Though I hope that I don't get sent back into my younger days or whatever. Then I'd be the one who was confused.

I can be over in an hour or two. If it's okay, I'll stay and help out for as long as you need. It's not like I have much else going on. [And Mahdi really does love helping Ashraf however he can.]

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That will work well, thank you.

And if you do get sent back as well, I'll be sure to help you.

[moralperil]

...You're too kind!