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[Don't worry, she understands entirely. Camilla will close and lock the door behind her, before setting the tray down once again.]

He was looking for you, apparently. He likely had something utterly inane to bother you with; he did not offer clarification when I asked. I simply directed him towards the library, in the hopes that would occupy his time.

[Camilla sounds just as annoyed as she looks, believe her. Ugh.]

Do forgive me for speaking plainly, my lord, but that man is nothing but a pest at best, and a menace at worst.

[Lorenz sighs loudly, raising a hand to his head as if to fight off a coming headache.]

I have no doubts that the buffoon had something inane and utterly pointless planned. You have my thanks for redirecting him. With any lucky, he'll find someone else to bother and will have forgotten all about me by the next time I run into him.

[The words are full of disdain and disgust. It would be horribly inappropriate to be this put-off by Claude in public, but even then he does little to hide his distrust of House Riegan's heir.

He waves a hand at Camilla's words.]

No need for forgiveness. You have my permission to speak freely about anyone here at the monastery, particularly about annoying pests.

That is certainly all one can hope for in regards to him, isn't it? Honestly, the nerve of that craven man...

[Camilla sighs and prepares Lorenz a cup of tea, before preparing her own and taking one of those sweets and eating it delicately as one would expect. As much as she wants to angrily shove it in her face, she knows more than better not to.]

He's nothing but a snake. I wouldn't trust that man as far as I could throw him. [And she could probably chuck him pretty far???] That man needs to be brought back to reality to know that such behavior is unbecoming of someone in his position. He acts as if he hasn't a care in the world.

It would be a delight to see just how far you could throw him.

[That's super rude, but you know what, it's fine?? It's fine. It's not like Camilla's ever going to tell anyone, anyway!!]

He certainly doesn't seem to have any interest at all in the things the future leader of the Alliance should! He's almost always off pestering someone or chatting with Professor Byleth, it's almost as though he doesn't realize that we're here for a reason. Should he continue to act in such an undignified way, he will undoubtedly end up making political enemies for House Riegan and then perhaps they'll realize what an error it was to entrust him with the future of the Alliance!

[...Getting riled up like this is also unbecoming of a noble, so he takes a long sip of tea, just as prim as always.]

[Oh, she absolutely will not. Honestly, it's great to hear that from Lorenz, and Camilla lets out a small chuckle from behind closed lips. It's perhaps a touch...sinister, but surely that's fine.]

Do let me know if that should become necessary.

[...It sounds like a joke, at the very least? We all hope it's a joke??? Camilla, do you even realize how terrifying you are?????

Camilla gladly listens to Lorenz rant, though, because he is right. Claude is acting in an unfit manner for a future leader, acting akin to a child without a single care in the world. It's certainly frustrating that the future of the alliance is going to be trusted to this motherfucker.]

Truly, that man is the most utterly immature person in the world, my lord. One should hope that they realize that he is a poor fit before he makes enemies in the first place; minimizing the damage that dunderhead could cause is paramount, I would imagine, and he will make a dolt out of himself before long. I'm certain of that, my lord.

[Camilla gets it, don't worry, Lorenz. If nothing else, Claude is very aggressively himself; it's why she places confidence in him being his own downfall. She'll gladly take a sip of tea as well, finishing off her sweet shortly after.]

Really, it makes me feel terrible for Lady Hilda...he seeks her council so constantly, and a girl like her doesn't deserve that sort of burden.

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Oh, agreed. I would hate to have to clean up that man's messes, so it would certainly be best if he made enough of a fool of himself before making enemies. Still, I cannot help but think he'll end up irritating the wrong person here...

[Claude acts so friendly with everyone, it's baffling. Lorenz sighs and takes another sip of tea before setting his teacup down. Camilla's words are certainly appreciated, but she's shifted the topic a bit and it's better than whining about Claude for the millionth time.]

Hilda certainly does deserve better than to put up with him on a regular basis. I feel quite a bit bad for her even beyond that... Did you know she injured her wrist yesterday before training? She had to sit out the entire time. It seems she's always ill or injured... I do hope whatever ails her is treatable.

[...no, it literally does not occur to him that she's playing this up, who would do that???]

[Camilla is gladly going to take that as an unconscious request to play spy for a while. Not that she wasn't going to anyway, really, but now she's going to redouble her efforts...

Camilla's eyes widen a bit at Lorenz's words, though, gasping.]

She did? Oh, that poor girl! She told me that she injured her ankle a few days ago before it was time to clean the stables...I gladly took over the work for her. Lady Hilda's life is plagued by so much misfortune...it's truly most unfair.

[oh hey, same hat??? same hat.

Camilla takes another sip of tea in contemplation.]

Perhaps we should look out for her, my lord. It would be most prudent to ensure that she is well, for all of our sake's--she is such a wonderful young woman, after all. I would hate to see her deteriorate any further!

Did she? Poor thing. Yes, we simply must do what we can to help her out. It is my duty as a noble to look out for those who need my assistance, after all!

[And also Hilda's cute and from a noble family so like, there's no harm in befriending her?? That's kind of an awful thought, but he would definitely help her even if she was a commoner!!]

Together I'm certain we can make her life at least a bit easier!

Yes, we must! Let us do all we can to keep Lady Hilda out of future harm. If her life can be made easier by the two of us, then I am certain she will be able to prosper.

[Camilla sees nothing wrong with this!! They're just two idiots helping a cute girl, what's wrong with that?]

Perhaps we might be able to help Lady Marianne as well, however...oh, that poor girl is simply so timid. Have you had any luck with talking to her, my lord?

I've tried to speak with her a few times now, but it seems she's so timid... In truth, I'm not entirely sure how to approach her without overwhelming her.

[At least he's aware that he's kind of Like This??]

Of course, I will figure it out eventually. It wouldn't do to ignore her! She is a member of our house, after all.

What about you, have you managed to speak with her?

I have tried, but I do fear that I have had the same result. She and I were assigned to clean the library out, you see, and that poor girl was having so much trouble.

Really, I do worry for her. Lady Marianne's self esteem seems so utterly low, and it's disheartening to hear her speak about herself so unkindly...

[They're both just kind of bad at this. It sucks? She's a sweetie, Marianne does not deserve.]

Perhaps we ought to ask one of our other housemates for advice?

Hmm. [It's an assenting noise, one of commiseration.] I do wonder if any of them have gotten through to her. Many of our fellow housemates are very...

[...they're A Lot.]

They can be a bit much, I suppose. I do think it would be good to see what we can do to try to assist her, however.

Yes, I do agree with that. All of that, really. If we can befriend her, perhaps she will be able to open up a touch easier.

[Camilla will agree to that much, taking a sip of tea while she listens.]

...Most of them are quite good people, I've found. Despite their oddities and clashing personalities...they do seem to work together to try to lift one another up.

[It's...certainly something, at any rate.]

Certainly. I don't have many complaints about them, excluding Claude, of course.

[It's still kind of strange, in all honesty. He's spent so much of his time around nobles or servants so seeing commoners mingle with them as classmates is... well, it's not bad, just very odd.]

Have you gotten to know anyone from the other houses?

Nor do I, all be told. I quite like most of them, excluding our pesky...Claudehopper, if you will.

[...She is almost sorry for that pun.

Almost.

Either way, Camilla's eyes light up a bit at the question.]

Why, yes, yes I have! I met one of the Blue Lions alumni at the training grounds. A young man by the name of Felix sparred with me. He was simply the most delightful match I've had before. I'm looking quite forward to clashing with him again...

[Camilla sounds so excited!! Sure she knows nothing about the boy outside of the fact he Likes To Fight, but honestly? Mood???]

[That absolutely gets a snicker out of him, which is only partially hidden by a hand in front of his mouth. It's not really dignified at all, but it's absolutely what Claude deserves, so!!

His look goes contemplative at that, though.]

Felix... Let's see, that would be... Ah, from House Fraldarius. They're a very powerful noble family in Faerghus. From what I've seen of him he's a bit... [What's the nice way to word this.] ...irritable at times. I'm pleased you enjoyed your sparring match with him, though.

[Camilla likes to Fight, so please let her Fight!!]

[...You know, Camilla was taking a drink of tea when he started talking. She was more than content to listen carefully, if he knew anything.

Camilla nearly chokes on her tea when the words sink in, give her a moment--]

Ah--my lord, do excuse me but--might you repeat that? I do hope I did indeed hear you correctly, but...he's from that powerful a family?

[DID SHE. DID SHE NEARLY BREAK A DUKE'S SON'S LEG???]

Oh, yes, the Fraldarius family might be one of the most powerful noble families after House Blaiddyd...

[Assuming his knowledge of Faerghus nobility is correct, which is should be. He gives Camilla a curious look.]

Are you quite alright?

[That reaction was a little... much...]

[i n t e r n a l s c r e a m i n g

You know what, Camilla is just. Going to take another sip of tea while she realizes how improper she was. Give her a moment, Lorenz.]

...I'm afraid I did not know my own strength, and Lord Felix is in a splint because of that.

[Camilla is just. Trying not to die.]

He told me that he didn't care about such things and he just wants a rematch when he's healed, but I...am afraid I had very little idea of who he truly was...

...Oh.

[Oh dear.]

Well, he doesn't seem to care much for nobility or his future title... He might very well mean that. Still, it couldn't hurt to keep an eye on him, just in case...

[CAMILLA NO????]

He never did introduce himself in a proper manner, so I had assumed... [Camilla shakes her head a bit.] You may very well be right, my lord. I shall endeavor to do so.

[...]

All be told, I wasn't...quite expecting to cause that much damage with a training axe...

[...CAMILLA IS JUST GOING TO AVOID THE PART WHERE SHE THREATENED HIM IN ORDER TO ACTUALLY GET HIM IN THE SPLINT. IT'S FINE? IT'S TOTALLY FINE.]

[IT'S FINE???? IT'S TOTALLY FINE...]

Your strength certainly is incredible... Perhaps our teachers can instruct you on ways to better utilize it so as not to cause damage to the equipment? Or our fellow classmates, for that matter.

[Honestly, he's terrified of the day he has to spar with Camilla. He's gonna fucking die. RIP in fuck, Lorenz.]

[At least Lorenz has...something resembling a defense stat? Surely he'll be fine. Surely.

Of course, Camilla sputters and flushes in embarrassment at that first portion--that was one time, okay--but she nods her head in an acquiescing manner at the rest.]

That would be beneficial, yes. [Beat.] I've never truly learned how to hold back, so that may be beneficial for everyone involved. I will speak to Professor Byleth about it, when I see them next.

Of course. I do believe your strength is an amazing asset, but having a bit more control could only be beneficial.

[He nods at that, as if decided.]

If there's anything I can do to assist you, please let me know.

I shall, my lord. You have my word.

[...Actually, now that she thinks of it--]

Oh, actually, there is something. [Camilla rubs the back of her head.] It's to do with an assignment from Professor Hanneman...a magic-based assignment.

[...He can likely already see where she's going with this.]

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