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( When the feed comes on, it swings awkwardly before coming to rest on a small pink haired girl in an elaborate --but soaking-- pink and white dress. Her red eyes blink curiously at the camera before she realizes the device is on, and ends up giving the feed a cheerful smile. )

— It does work! I was getting worried for a moment.

Ah... well, hello! My name is Madoka Kaname and if anyone can see this, I’d really like to hear from you or at least I’d really like to hear about this place! I don't think I've ever seen a place like this before…

I’m also looking for someone, her name is Homura Akemi. She’s about this tall, ( Madoka pulls back the phone as she says this, showing more of herself with her just as elaborate, and apparently stringless bow, as she raises her hand slightly above her own head. ) Has dark hair and purple eyes. It's really important that I find her; I’m sorry for asking so much but if you have information about her, I would really like to now. Thank you!

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Not at all. Unfortunately, none of us are.

[ He gives a curt nod. ]

In that case, I will contact you again momentarily.

[ The video feed cuts off, and stays off for a little more than a minute or so. Abruptly, it flickers back on when Ciel contacts her again. ]

Having made a thorough check of the list of names provided for every resident of the city, I could find 'Homura Akemi' nowhere. I think it is safe to assume that your friend is not present.

At least this place seems nice enough.

( She smiles before offering a small wave of her hand, when the feed cuts back in she's transformed out of her costume and into her school uniform. Still soaking wet, but nevertheless a little bit more comfortable right now than the other.

Her smile does not flicker at his words and nods briefly. )

I see, that's okay though. Homura-chan is strong, so I don't have to worry that much. I guess it still would have been nice. That you for your help though, um... I don't think I caught your name.

[ Hand't she just been...wearing different clothes? He supposes she simply could have changed quickly, but in the middle of the plaza? And why would she change into garments equally as drenched as her previous ones? Still, it's only a minor mystery, and he doesn't press for an answer. ]

Ah, yes. Please forgive me for not introducing myself at once. My name is Ciel Phantomhive. If you have any other concerns about your current predicament, I will answer them to the best of my knowledge. I have been informed as to some of the stranger aspects of this city, even if I have yet to experience them first-hand.

[ Or, well...he's yet to remember experiencing them, at least. ]

Mm, it's okay! It's nice to meet you, Ciel-kun. I don't really have any specific questions but if there's anything you think I should know, I'm more than happy to listen.

And you, Miss Kaname.

The basics, then: this is Vatheon. It is impossible to return home. However, most things here are free, the locals are peaceable, and it should not be difficult to find a place to stay. Do you know anyone else who may be here?

Hehe, you can just call me Madoka. ( She smiles, falling quiet as she listens to him. Absent fiddling around the device proves useful as the list of names appears, allowing to absently scroll through the names by the time he asks the question. She almost shakes her head, Homura wasn't here and unless her parents had been magically kidnapped as well then-- )

Oh... ( The sound she makes is the only thing she manages at the sight of two familiar names on the list, blinking once and then twice to make sure she isn't just seeing things. Nevertheless, the surprise is clear on her face. ) I, um, I might! Two of my other friends from home are here.

Miss Madoka, then. [ Sorry, Madoka, that's the most informal you'll get. ]

In that case, it would be best to contact them. I am sure that they will want to know that you are here--and that they will be able to do more for you than I can.

( It's a start! )

Mm, I will. Still, thank you for you help.

It was no trouble. You are free to call again should you require further assistance.

[ but for now, he's ending the video feed. ]

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