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[It's close to noon in house one today, and Dist is taking note of the rather odd silence that's lingering through his new home. For the few days he's been living here, holing himself in his room for various reasons, Dist has had to adjust to the clamor and noise of footsteps passing by his door and Anise's familiar humming and singing. Today, however, those things were not present.

Curiously, he sets about to see why, and taps lightly on her door before pushing it open when she did not answer. She wasn't inside but her room was fairly messy. Messier than a normal child her age would keep it. Dist stands in the doorway for a moment longer, then sighs, rubs the space between his eyes, and shuts the door softly. He's still not sure how to feel about this place, and the things that go on. What was the purpose of the experimentation, anyway?

Whatever, it's not like he and the girl were on exceptional terms anyway. Dist has other, more pressing matters to attend to. He's been putting off seeing the Professor with his own eyes for long enough. Truth of the matter is, he was scared. Scared to meet with her, to go there and have it be a lie, or a dream, or...or somehow seeing that monstrous replica again. The mere thought of that made him shudder, but enough was enough. There was always the hope that, just maybe, she really was alive. Dist had to cling to that hope. He had to.

So, after retreating to his room once more, he opens his journal, sighs, and begins to write, very carefully.]

Professor,

Is it all right if I stop by? I would have come sooner, but I was distracted by certain things. I'm still coping with the knowledge of just what this place is, and everything else here. I hope you can understand. I'm wholly looking forward to seeing you again.

~~Dist the Ro~~ - Saphir

[And because Dist doesn't understand how these journals work just yet, he leaves it open and goes to make himself a strong cup of coffee or tea or whatever. He just needed something to calm his nerves.]

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Thank you. [Dist blows on the steaming liquid to cool it before taking a testing sip from his cup. Mmm, good stuff - just what he needed.] Well, I promised the Professor I would visit her today, and I don't want to keep her waiting... Perhaps something quick? I hope you understand, Nephry.

You mean Anise? I know. [And he feels a bit selfish for saying this, but-] At least her things are still here.

Yes, I'll leave right away. It hopefully shouldn't take too long to get there. See you soon, Professor.

[And, true to his word, Dist closes his journal and gets ready, making himself look remotely presentable. He's still weary about this, but everyone he talked to says that she really, truly is here, so... Maybe he has nothing to worry about. Maybe she really is alive. Those people succeeded where he could not, and she was back. She was alive. Dist closes his eyes to stop the wave of emotion and breathes hard, exiting the house quickly.

He arrives roughly forty minutes later - her house was pretty far and Dist didn't know the layout of Luceti well enough - and stares at the house. Was he really ready? What if this was just some crazy dream? What if there was something wrong with her? What if, what if... Dist approached the house slowly, and knocked on the door once, feeling his heart beat hard and fast inside his chest, pressing a hand over it, where he had been hit before arriving to this place.

Please be real, Professor.]

[Dist isn't sure what his last word mean, but he can make a well enough guess. And he scowls. Oddly enough, he doesn't want Anise gone, even if her welcome wasn't great.] They took the doll as well. Hopefully she's been putting it to good use, and hasn't wrecked it again. Or lost it somewhere. I spent hours remodeling it, after all!

The old Saphir was here to fix Tokunaga when it got damaged. [Sorry, he just can't resist messing with Dist's head.]

[This is why he hates you. :|] Old--! And what makes you think I am not capable of doing the exact same?! I could probably do better!! I was the one who made the design, after all, I know it like the back of my hand.

You do realize that we're talking about the same person, don't you?

[...Did we mention Dist hates you?] B-Be quiet! I could still develop it far better than it is now!! I'm sure I could make it better, stronger, and much more efficient! I just need some proper tools and materials.

[Oh, and Tokunaga, obviously. But none of those are present, especially the latter.]

[Yes, yes you did.|D] I don't doubt that. Though do you plan to make Anise more formidable than she already is?

...Not necessarily. [Because picturing Anise with a bigger, badder, stronger puppet only does wonders to terrify Dist.] But she should do well not to damage it! I'm not her personal repairman.

How long will she be gone for?

[His expression darkens at that.] It depends on the Malnosso.

[Okay, if Peony is actually acting serious about this, then Dist has reason to worry. Out of all of Jade's companions, the little troll was the one Dist 'liked' the best. Or at least knew well enough.] I see. What exactly is the purpose of this experimentation? What overall goal are these Malnosso people trying to accomplish? Is it known? I see no scientific gain from abducting a little girl. It's barbaric.

[in her eyes for a moment is the memory of Jade and Saphir's complete devotion to Professor Nebilim.]

Please, don't let me interfere with anything.

No one really knows their motives. Anise has been taken...more times than I care to remember. We have to be prepared for whatever state she's in when she's returned.

[Lucky for Dist, Regal's attending the bakery this afternoon. Imagine what would've happened if he'd answered the door. No, it's best to just ease him into things one step at a time and introduce him to Gelda's housemate some other day. Regal can be pretty intimidating without meaning to and the fact that Dist's precious Professor has a boyfriend will probably come as a bit of a shock.

A few moments pass in silence before the door is opened, and standing in the hallway is none other than Gelda herself. She gives him a welcoming smile, hoping to make this moment as least awkward as possible.]

Good afternoon, Saphir.

[And it's not yet completely gone from the man you're speaking to, Nephry. Dist watches her for a moment and feels a little guilty. He really did want to spend time with her for a little bit, but he's also been waiting decades to somehow see the Professor again. He couldn't pass up this opportunity, even if it was some kind of trick.]

...I shouldn't be too long. I'll surely return before dinner preparations are made.

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[Kidnapped before? Peony, that does nothing to unnerve this paranoid wreck of a man. Dist's frown becomes a full blown scowl now.] ...Idiotic. Fools without a purpose are unfit to be called "scientists". And the girl isn't my problem. She's your little friend, isn't she?

I have to meet with the Professor. I should return shortly before mealtime at best.

[Dist fidgets nervously in those few moments that pass. He was incredibly anxious, and nervous. When the door finally opens, Dist holds his breath...and exhales sharply, if a little shaky. There she was. Really, truly, wholly there! After so long... She was there!! Just like he remembered her.

Dist felt his breath catch in his throat and his hands shook. What should he do? After all these years, he was at a loss. Say something, you idiot!]

Pro-Professor... [Don't cry, don't cry.] I--G-Good afternoon.

[Dist's anxiety isn't going unnoticed. It's only logical for him to be a bit nervous, of course, but his body language says it all. She wishes she could do something to make it easier on him, but she knows perfectly well that if she oversteps her boundaries now, he'll only become even more flustered. So instead, she decides to let Dist decide on the pacing.]

It's good to see you again. Will you come inside? [She moves to the side so he can enter the house, if he's ready.]

Take all the time that you need. [Her smile this time is understanding, even if subdued] I know you haven't seen her in years. It was the same way for the rest of us. [and, well, for you, before]

[He doesn't exactly move at first, just so...so stupefied he was actually talking to her again. Her words don't register right away, if at all, and tentatively raises a hand to brush a bit of her hair from her eyes. Yulia, she really was--!

Dist pulled his hand away and a smile began to spread on his face as he looked aside, to hide the tears forming in his eyes.]

I-I've waited so long... I-I'm sorry, Professor. [A short, clipped laugh, before he has to wipe his face.] S-Still the same, I suppose, haha...! It's w-wonderful to see you again. I-I didn't think...I'd--

Thank you, Nephry. [There's an apologetic tone laced within, as he drinks his tea quickly, but not enough so to look rude or burn himself...too much. At the last words, Dist averts his gaze. He still doesn't know what to think about all this. So he just repeats what he said to Peony earlier.]

I still have doubts. I...have to be sure. [Dist downs the rest of his tea, because this conversation is making him feel extremely uncomfortable, and nods to her. He needs to get ready, or at least make sure the Professor responded.] Excuse me.

Of course. She'll be glad to see you.

[Nephry will take her time with her tea and probably be scarce around the house when Dist comes back]

[There's a faint look of surprise on her face when he touches her hair, but she doesn't pull away. Instead, she allows him to verify that, yes, she is really standing right here. Though when the realization hits her that he's starting to cry, she isn't entirely certain what to do. Back in the days, she would've taken his hand and led him inside. Presented him with a mug of hot cocoa and a soothing pat on the head. Yes, she remembers those days quite well, despite that she's already been in Luceti for over two years.

But those times in Keterburg have passed. Saphir is a grown man now. In fact, he's even older than she is. To think that he's so happy to see her again... She's at a loss for words.]

Saphir...

[That honestly would have been a-okay with him, even as a grown man. The nostalgia would have been something like a gift from heaven, much as this right here was. He turns away and tries to compose himself, though there's a bright, happy smile on his face. She's here, Professor Nebilim is really here...]

F-Forgive me, P-Professor. [He wipes his face and turns a quiet sob into a clipped laugh.] I-I...I'm so glad to see you again! It's...It's been years. Are you well?

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