Chevalier || Crimson.Veil

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from: Emilia Freud
to: Lucia Duval
subject: question

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The reddish static continues for about a second, after which a shy albino girl appears on the screen.

"... Lila Blume."

Her voice is higher than usual. She brings her fist to her mouth, covering it, and clears her throat before continuing more calmly.

"You give me so much. A place to live, clothes, jewelry... And I... It's not fair that you get nothing in return."

"Can you tell me what kind of things you like? Maybe I can... Get you something."

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From: Lucia Duval
To: Emilia Freud
Subject: Answer

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Bonjour my Crimson Princess. This message catches me slightly off-guard, I have to admit.

To answer your question, do not feel forced to get me anything. I am already in the possession of something dear to me. You gave me the greatest gift I could wish for, Emilia. Only one thing could bring me even more joy and that is you growing stronger and never stopping. That you move forward and not look back. A future I wish to share with you, side by side.

However, I know better. You are going to insist so I will make it easy for you. I don't feel satisfaction in material gain, except for one thing. I do love beautiful gems. Especially those that reflect the light of the stars, creating a light so beautiful that it could even reach your own brightness. Though, I have yet to find one, ma chérie.

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from: Emilia Freud
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subject: ⠠⠠⠛⠊⠋⠞⠀⠠⠠⠷⠀⠠⠠⠋⠇⠑⠩

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This time the red static doesn't stop. However, Emilia's voice is audible, albeit interrupted by incomprehensible, crackling sounds.

"... mm. You and your ⠃⠂⠥⠞⠊⠰⠇⠀⠘⠺⠎."

"I ⠍⠁⠙⠑ something for you... Was thinking of showing it when we met, but ⠠⠊⠀⠺⠁⠝⠞⠀⠞⠕⠀⠙⠀⠭⠀⠝⠪."

There is silence for a couple of seconds. Then a sharp sound, like something scraping against metal.

"⠠⠡⠑⠉⠅⠀⠳⠀⠮ attachments. I really hope ⠽⠀⠺⠀⠋⠔⠙⠀⠹⠀⠞⠕⠀⠽⠗⠀⠇⠊⠅⠬..."

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[Cherry Blossom]

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From: Lucia Duval
To: Emilia Freud
Subject: My Gem

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Ma chérie? I can barely understand you. Are you okay? The attachment you sent is beautiful, I love it. I wonder where you got that from. Can't wait to see it in person.

Can you please return to the Falkenhorst? We are still around Omega Seven, hiding inside the Walker. I hope I am correct and there is something wrong with your transmitter on the ship or you are just too far away for a proper transmission. Please, make haste. I am worried my love.

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from: Emilia Freud
to: Lucia Duval
subject: Coronado

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The girl's voice has no emotion in it. Her unblinking gaze is directed straight at the camera.

"Lila Blume."

"Meet me at Coronado, at the Barrier Gate, as soon as you can. I have something important to do and your presence is needed."



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From: Lucia Duval
To: Emilia Freud
Subject: RE: Coronado

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My Crimson Princess.

I was wondering where you went. You flew off without a note and I was worried. I will be there later tonight so I will see you soon. I would like to know what is going on but I guess that has to wait until we meet at Barrier Gate. Please, be safe out there, love.

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From: Lucia Duval
To: Emilia Freud
Subject: Everything alright?

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My Crimson Princess.

I hope you are doing alright, my dear. We are currently in Rheinland again. Had to tow a half broken ship all across it back to Bielefeld. Come by when you can. At some point during this week we might even poke our noses deeper into the Omegas. The frontline in Pennsylvania is currently under control. Stefanie gave me command over the Falkenhorst for now as she is a bit furious. Seems like the Hessian's don't value their allies enough to give them a ship that actually works. Might be a good idea to talk to her. She doesn't really listen to me right now. Hope to see you soon my dear, I miss you.

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from: Emilia Freud
to: Lucia Duval
subject: Re: Everything alright?

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"I suppose it would not be an exaggeration to say that I partly understand your sister's sentiment, if I understood correctly which ship you are talking about. Such things are expected, but no less disappointing. I myself had my own displeasure today regarding the lack of understanding on the part of supposed allies."

"But we will have to make do with what we have."

"As for how I am doing in general, Lila Blume... Things are alright. Mister "CS" and I have already headed out for a little reconnaissance in the Omegas. We came across a group of ships belonging to... Aggressive alien proxies. We were assisted by an AI drone from the Gammunians. The fight was quite intense, but we managed without losses, of course."

"I hope I will have the opportunity to visit you soon."




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From: Lucia Duval
To: Emilia Freud
Subject: RE: Everything alright?

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My Dear.

I can hear that tone in your voice. The Falkenhorst will be on the way to join forces with you. I hate seeing you in a bad mood. I will bring you a little gift, hoping it may make a smile appear on your lips. If you need to rant for a bit, I shall be there and listen. I am on my way.

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from: Emilia Freud
to: Lucia Duval
subject: Something

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"I have made something."

"It still hurt, but... I didn't have to sleep this time. I'm still standing on my feet."

"It is yours if you want it."



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