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[emboldens]

[ When the feed first begins, the crown-wearing woman on the other end takes a second to turn the device every which way. Despite looking quite exhausted, she still manages to look regal. Finally, upon deciding that she is doing this correctly, she smiles. Oh, yes, she is quite pleased with herself even she is still wary of this technology. If nothing else, it's at least helpful. ]

I have yet to become accustom to.. [ A pause, as she glances around. ] .. this, but I am certainly grateful that those who dwell here alongside me have been helpful. It is because of this that I feel I should apologize, even knowing I cannot help what I see. These glimpses and fragments of memories that are not my own..

[ And now she has to wonder what others may have glimpsed from her own mind. Her smile suddenly turns apologetic. ] Not all are pleasant, and I am sorry for that, but it is not my place to divulge the contents of them. I can only hope those memories are not a constant in their lives.

Are we meant to deal with such invasive happenings often?

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[emboldens]

I would not want my own to be on display for all.

[ The effort is both noted and appreciated, but when she cants her head her own smile, though sad, almost seems to reflect a deeper understanding. A secret she dares not share where all can see. She understands the former all too well. ]

Some are made to shoulder that burden more than most.

[servant]

I guess destiny chooses us accordingly.

[He wasn't born to be a great warrior a king. But secrets...he can carry them in spades.]

To answer your question, this is the first time this has happened. But it seems there's always something trying to make our lives difficult.

[emboldens]

Yes, it does.

[ One can only imagine, she only has the Merlin of her world for comparison. Though she does not push the subject, her curiosity isn't quite sated. ]

Then I would do well to not be caught unaware. Thank you, Merlin.