( a roundabout answer it may be but after so many years in his company, first indirectly through sigewinne's dutiful letters - dear monsieur neuvillette - and then in person via a necessary partnership, neuvillette has become accustomed to wriothesley's evasive ways. and in truth, he cannot fault the man for it, not when life has seen fit to challenge him in the worst of ways time and again.

but, as always, wriothesley seems to be taking things in stride, adapting and shaping himself to suit the environment around him. humans really are so fascinating.

the affirmation of his well-being sets neuvillette at ease, some of his worries dissipating, and a small smile comes to form on his face. ups and downs are an inevitable part of life, like the endless pull of the tides, but to know that there have been pleasant experiences mixed in with the less so...that's good. )

I am glad to hear it. And yes, I have been well, as has the rest of Fontaine in your absence.

( the prophecy is no more, the nation and its people finally absolved of their sins and granted their 'justice', and furina finally descended from her throne, her centuries of silent suffering finally come to an end. neuvillette ponders for a moment, then gestures towards the cooling plates of food set out for them. )

I would be happy to tell you of what I know. Perhaps over breakfast?

( humans do need to eat, after all. his voice turns wry. )

And a cup of tea for you, I presume.