Verse 07 -- Voice

[poeticverses]

[The feed's just a voice one today. Jehan wants it to be quick and to the point]

I apologize for this announcement, as it could not possibly come at a worse time, but I feel it is my duty as his friend to let others know. If you knew Grantaire, he is no longer here. It is possible that his disappearance is connected to the rapid decay of Asti in these last few days though I do not think that is likely to be the cause.

[Still, you never know.]

It would not hurt to keep in contact with friends here, should this illness lead to more disappearances.

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[virginprice]

And you have not even seen the greater part of my skill.

[He chuckles wickedly.]

But truly, you look as though you could use some sleep, and you are welcome to my bed.

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[poeticverses]

Do I really look that tired? I'll admit to sleeping poorly these last few days...

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[virginprice]

You do, dearest. I'm sure you need more rest than you've gotten.

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[poeticverses]

Then I believe I shall accept your generous offer. A short nap should do for now, I think.

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[virginprice]

[Alcuin pulls him up to lead him up to his bed on the second floor. It's as plain as everything else, but there's still an indefinable touch of elegance to the arrangement.]

I won't wake you. Sleep as much as you need.

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[poeticverses]

[He smiles and nods, easing out of his waistcoat and boots before sitting down on Alcuin's bed.]

You are most kind.

[When he lays down, he falls asleep almost instantly. He really hasn't been sleeping well lately]

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[virginprice]

[Alcuin tucks him in comfortably and then sits in the windowseat, reading, nearby in case Jehan wants anything.]