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[writeswrongs]

[Castle's first broadcast over the bracelet since his return to Asgard is on a rather serious note, which is unusual for him. Most of the time Castle goofs around or would ask the population at large something something silly or pointless just for his own amusement - like whether they'd rather be Batman or Superman. But today, he has a serious question.]

Hey Asgard-at-large. Allow me to introduce myself for those of you who don't know me: Rick Castle. I had been here about a year ago and left but have since returned to you a bit wiser and healthier.

[And happier. He and Kate are engaged now and it makes everything here between them seem so different. The stakes seem higher, but the connection is stronger.]

Anyway, I'm... wondering if any of you have seen a certain person. She's a teenager with red hair, cute as a button, goes by the name Alexis.

[He smiles at the thought of his daughter in spite of the doubt that he's feeling. If Alexis were here, she would surely have contacted him by now. Castle's been back for more than a month. Alexis would never stay away from him for this long, even if she's still mad about his rejection of her boyfriend. But he has to ask, just to be sure.]

If she's here, she'd probably be in Odin. So if you know anyone who fits that name and description, do you think you could direct her to me? I'd really appreciate it.

[One final grin to show that everything is fine here. He's not missing his daughter that badly at all.]

Thanks.

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[pushesgently]

I'm of Odin's house, and I cannot say she sounds familiar, but that may mean nothing.

Was she here when you were before?

[writeswrongs]

For a little while, yeah, though she left before I did.

Thanks for responding. I... figured she wasn't here but just had to ask anyway.

[pushesgently]

Of course. I wish you luck in finding out for certain.

[He studies the bracelet for a moment.]

Are you her father?

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[unpuzzling]

If you seek someone important, you'll find that the best way to locate them is by regularly consulting the list provided through your bracelet to the many individuals here. Surely, you know the name of this red-headed girl, don't you?

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[writeswrongs]

... Yeah I forgot about that.

[Count on Sherlock Holmes to be the one to point out the obvious to him.]

Her name is Alexis Castle. She's my daughter.

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[unpuzzling]

Well, as I'm certain you've realized, she is not here. That list is very helpful.

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[granddevil]

Your bracelet can give you a list by name of the travelers currently in this world.

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[writeswrongs]

Thanks, I completely forgot about that feature.

Been a while, you know?

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[granddevil]

You have left and returned?

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[companioning]

I'm sorry, Richard, but I don't believe I have seen anyone here like that or who goes by that name.

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[writeswrongs]

Rick. Only my mother calls me Richard.

[Sly smile.]

Do you remember Alexis, my daughter? I think you two were here at the same time.

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[companioning]

Ah, well Rick it is then.

[She shakes her head but offers him a smile.]

I'm not entirely sure. I might have seen her around though I can't say I remember talking to her.

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[freewoman]

You've left and come back? How'd you leave? [This is all new to her.]

Haven't seen a girl like that, but I know little 'bout their named gods.

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[writeswrongs]

[The flash of reddish hair gives him hope for a second, but he quickly realizes that this girl isn't Alexis.]

Honestly, it wasn't anything I actively did. I just woke up one day and I was back in my bed at home.

Have you studied Norse mythology?

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[freewoman]

[Study? Clearly Castle does not know about Wildlings.]

Do I know what--?

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[extraordinarie]

[ because the chances of them being together are very very high, right? if not I can always change it to video. but for now kate's just going to wait for him to finish the video before walking up behind him and sliding her hands over his shoulders. ]

If she's here she'll see this.

[ she means that to be comforting, even if it kind of dawns on her a moment later that it probably isn't. so kate sets her chin on his shoulder as well. ]

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[writeswrongs]

[Of course she's there. They're always about 20 feet apart from each other at any given time. That's how it is when someone else has half of your soul. Castle rests his cheek against hers, grateful for her touch and her words.]

I figure she's not. I mean.. she would have contacted us by now, right? But I had to check, just in case.

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[extraordinarie]

Maybe she doesn't remember being here. She might still be trying to get her footing. Or... [ her arms tighten a bit around his neck. ] She's not here at all, and you don't have anything to worry about.

It'll work out, either way.

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[intelligently]

Do you remember being here?

[ Because whilst Lydia also knew she'd been here before she didn't remember being here - someone had told her. And since he was asking a question and they would be in the same house: ]

I haven't seen her.

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[writeswrongs]

I do, yeah. My fiancee and I lived in our own house because we were in separate god houses and that wasn't working for us. Although, she wasn't my fiancee at the time.

[Not even technically his girlfriend. But, details.]

Thanks anyway. Some people reminded me of the listing on the bracelet and I double checked. She's not here.

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[intelligently]

At least she doesn't have to be involved in this, even if you'll miss her.

[ The worst kind of double edged sword there can be. Danger vs safety and missing someone vs they could be in danger but I could try and keep them safe? ]

Is your fiancee here?

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[shinybaldhead]

If she's not showing up on the lists, you might be out of luck, man. Sorry to hear it.

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[writeswrongs]

Thanks for the response.

[He sighs.]

I'll just have to keep checking the list. Have you noticed that new people tend to appear here en masse?

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[gymnast]

I knew Alexis when she was here before, but I haven't seen her for a while. I'm pretty sure she went back home and stayed there. [ Unlike those who have come back. ] I'll definitely keep an eye out for her, though.

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[writeswrongs]

Hey, yeah, I remember you. Alison, right?

Thanks for keeping an eye out.