[001] dictation; a little of the good life

[commandsthewind]

[Elizabeth as it turned out was far too used to have her ladies about her, so her evenings here were... well. Empty.]

Tell me, how do people go about finding... company of any kind? Is there a proper way to invite someone, is what I mean I suppose.

[there is a dry laugh.]

As far as it goes -- drinking alone, is sadder then any queen fresh from victory deserves on her birthday. Not for a week or two, mind you, but... [there's a sigh] best to plan ahead of time, nay?

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[demontobeloved]

I'd say that this is the best way.

Looking for a drinking buddy, huh? Well, I'm looking for another one.

[commandsthewind]

This seems a little easy. [she laughs.]

You collect them then sir?

[demontobeloved]

Paradisa is all about ease, until it isn't.

And call it a hobby of mine.

[alias_savant]

Drinking alone is sad for anyone, let alone a queen.

[commandsthewind]

I am inclined to agree, I should be a lonely woman like that, with or without the title.

[alias_savant]

And we can't have that, can we?

[onlyanapple]

[The voice he vaguely remembers. From some point in history, to be sure. A queen. Hmm]

No one should drink alone, that's just depressing.

[commandsthewind]

So I have always thought, or at least usually, I never drink alone for I am never alone.

[onlyanapple]

Ah, I bet that gets irritating after a while. [And then he snaps his fingers, finally making the connection] Elizabeth Tudor! Knew I recognised that voice from somewhere.

[kungfuwitch]

Asking over the journal is a good start. [She chuckles]

Your birthday is coming up?

[commandsthewind]

Apparently so.

And yes, on the seventh of next month in fact.

[kungfuwitch]

Well then I suppose I'll hold off on wishing you a happy birthday until then.

Are you new to the castle? I'm Phoebe Halliwell. It's a pleasure to meet you.

[mom_to_us_all]

[Written, it looks like they used a brush and it's kind of splotchy:]

All you have to do is ask.

[commandsthewind]

It seems I have done that.

[mom_to_us_all]

And it worked really well! But next time if you need a friend, just say the word, I can bring the sake if you want!

[inafadingcrown]

It seems you have found your answer already; you have only to ask. [This exchange has to sound surreal to the casual observer.]

[commandsthewind]

Yes it seems I have. [It's odd enough hearing her voice back at her.]

I suppose there is just the planning of it now, depending who feels like keeping my company.

[inafadingcrown]

I would not object to it, if you would not find it overly strange. [This has nothing to do with the fact that she's insanely curious about you. Of course not. Why would you suggest such a thing?]

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[amiable]

You drink? Since when? [ Hasn't even noticed Galadriel's reply yet, so she thinks this is Galadriel speaking. ]

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[commandsthewind]

[Blink, confused.] You know me? And yes, since I was young.

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[amiable]

Of course! [ ... ] Galadriel, are you on a loss?!

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[the_effect_she_has]

[The writing that came through was slow and thoughtful.]

I'm ... not sure, but if someone is up for drinking and exploring, then one might meet me.

[She's used to those who need to drink - Haymitch drank like a fish after all.]

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[commandsthewind]

[Drinking is just a thing that happens, but sometimes it happens on occasions - and usually that was bad when you were alone.]

I am in need accompaniment on both accounts, should you feel like it.

[excalibured]

The journal is an adequate way, though I advocate for meeting people in person first.

[Paranoia city, haha. But with his life the way it is right now, he'd appreciate an hour or two, because he can't afford to give more, to be able to sit somewhere and wind down]

I would be willing to give you company, should you wish it.

[commandsthewind]

Perhaps, or at least for safety sake.

[There's a smile in her voice.]

I think I do wish it, whenever you are free. I find myself without much to do.