@knightofbeauty

[beautifulknight]

Greetings, everyone.

In light of everything happening as it has as of recent...

I believe that it is my duty to inform you all that Fray has wound up becoming afflicted by the influence of the God of Conflict.

In the upcoming days, please do keep a look-out.

That is all I have to say for now.

[ Argenti leaves it at that. Remarkably composed, it seems like, all things considered.

Then again, compared to this encounter, there was probably less stabbing occurring. ]

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@monday

[vogelfrei]

We know the drill by now.

We'll get him out of there.

[ It's been a while since Jordi and we did not have any further incidents, so surely it's..... fine...... ]

[beautifulknight]

[ Totally fine!!

Everyone since then has been rescued, after all... ]

Yes, we will.

We've certainly done well in holding a high degree of success in our endeavors. I firmly believe this too will be the same.

[vogelfrei]

[ It's hard to believe that over text, but McGillis also doesn't feel like it's his place to pry here. ]

It will be soon. Hang in there.

[beautifulknight]

[ Argenti totally isn't thinking about what happened to Jordi at all or anything. But, regardless, he seems to accept the response. ]

Thank you.

[cirquedesang]

[Since McGillis has the "we will drag his stupid catboy ass home" covered--]

And what about *you*, Argenti? Are you well?

[He knows he's absolutely going through it mentally, but considering the stabbing... and how Fray has a much greater capacity for violence than some twink...]

[beautifulknight]

I am fine, thank you.

[ Is what he sends immediately. But then after that: ]

I appreciate the concern, and I shall make it clear that my current state aligns with my words.

I have already prepared myself for what is to come.

This includes now. I refuse to falter, no matter what.

[ ...Granted, yes, there are a lot of feelings on the matter, but Argenti is determined to just push through it all until he has Fray back with him. ]

[cirquedesang]

[So he doesn't quite believe him, what with how quickly he responded... but.

He also knows sometimes the closest to "fine" you can get is just pushing through until the bad time is over, and it's pretty obvious that that's what is happening here.]

If there is anyone among us who would not falter from this, it would be you, I am certain.

[...for better and for worse, tbh.]

But should you need anything in the meantime, I am expecting you to reach out.

We cannot make his palace manifest quicker, but we can support you, right now.

[beautifulknight]

I appreciate the unwavering vote of confidence.

[ ...But...while in the past Argenti would have rebuffed an offer of hand and simply reiterated he was fine, he has changed.

He doesn't doubt he is fine, granted, yet...

Argenti knows he doesn't have to face it alone. And that he will have help in bringing Fray back. In the meanwhile, he sees the offer for what it is. ]

I suppose so. I am not certain what I would necessarily need in the time being. But, if I can think of something, I shall make contact.

It means a lot to have such words conveyed towards me, however. I do very much already appreciate each expression of support that has been offered to me, including this.

[ He won't forget it. Even if this is still before the Palace happening as it will inevitably. ]

@manslayer

[goei]

Don't worry Red, we'll back you up!
Now it'll be your turn to save the princess with a kiss!

[beautifulknight]

Izou...

[ Someone should teach Argenti to do emojis at some point.

Something about this would have gotten an actual good humored smiling one. ]

Yes, you are most certainly correct.

Though I doubt it will be much the same as my Palace was, there is no doubt in my mind that I shall make sure to grant him one.

I am most grateful that I shall be able to count on the assistance, however.

[goei]

Might actually be helpful, what if it's stuff Fray forgot about!!!

Since he's got uh. Ammonia?

[Amnesia]

[beautifulknight]

[ Izou, why are you like this. ]

You do have a point! I must be fierce and exceptionally passionate in reminding him of the deep depths of our undying love!

But, the correct term is Amnesia. Just for your future reference, of course.

[beathollow]

I've recently gotten more spells to help support everyone. No matter what, I will be there.

[beautifulknight]

[ This too is comforting to him, enough that even if he can't be seen, he feels something like relief, in the face of those intermingling, complex emotions. ]

Thank you, Miss Mafuyu.

I will most certainly appreciate your assistance and presence in this. You've always been a reliable force of nature in many respects.

I doubt this will change here.

[fullmoonmutt]

CAN OPENER?!
no fucking way
him??/
what the fuck did conflict shit do 2 manage that

1/2

[beautifulknight]

[ The surprise is truly a reflection of Argenti's own as well, so this is an entire mood. ]

To be quite honest, I am uncertain.

But, I do suspect that it is due to whatever power that wretched God of Conflict has managed to cobble together with his desperate endeavors.

And while we're on the topic of that being in particular...

2/2

[beautifulknight]

I swear once I have the chance to face down that piece of refuse in battle, I shall rend him apart.

[fullmoonmutt]

no doubt there
we are all going to give him a beatdown he wont ever forget

[beautifulknight]

While I have definitely been certain others feel the very same, I am rather glad to hear the same sentiment in kind.

[ God of Conflict's ass is SO getting beat after this. Guaranteed. ]

@flowergirl

[gardenful]

Thanks for letting us know, Argenti.

Take care of yourself.

He'll come out of this okay.

[beautifulknight]

I shall.

And I truly believe the same. That wretched God of Conflict will continue to remain unsuccessful in his endeavors.

Your sentiment is also appreciated, Lady Aerith.

[ Because it resonates with his own. ]

[gardenful]

We'll make sure that he's unsuccessful. I know it.

@shslidol

[destage]

What?!

[That's all Sayaka sends at first, and well...okay. This is happening. This is happening.

The second message comes later.]

We're going to find him.
Let me know when you all set off, because I'm coming with you and anyone else who decides to.

[beautifulknight]

[ Unfortunately it is indeed happening.

Argenti himself had wondered if it were a nightmare, but that creature who terrorized their dreams had already been soundlessly defeated. ]

Of course.

The God of Conflict may have think he won with this, but I argue that this is proof of his desperation.

He will be found, and he shall be returned.

[destage]

He's going to regret messing with my brothers if it's the last thing he does.

[Was the plural intentional or accidental? ...Very much intentional but you be the judge--

Still...]

Are you going to be okay, Argenti?

If you want to talk, I'll be here.