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While these devices may be a more efficient means of communication than magic, and nowhere near as messy as firetalking has the potential to be, there are inherent flaws in their design. They are far too small, for one, and lend themselves to being easily misplaced. I suppose it will have its uses, which is more than can be said for most Muggle devices, but if not for the distinct lack of owls, I would not be so resigned to let it replace the perfectly respectable practice of letter-writing.

That said, the sheer amount of idiocy beyond the doors of that Muggle hospital is absolutely baffling. Never in my life have I heard such a ridiculous tale, which is quite a feat when one considers the many desperate lies told by Death Eaters when presented with anything resembling consequence. I have little tolerance for foolishness and will not be treated as either an invalid or an imbecile they assume is eager to believe stories that are clearly meant for children.

Writing on this fool thing is an exercise in tedium and a miserable excuse for communication, I might add. Quill and parchment would have been much quicker.

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[A wizard. And from their world, no less. Remus takes pause to study the text for a long moment, looking for some familiar sign or tone. It is difficult without handwriting, but there is something very familiar about that attitude.

Hard to forget someone who was so keenly aware of Remus' secret those last few years at Hogwarts. And so wrapped up in the Marauder's hexes.]

Severus?

[Considering Potter mentioned that Sirius and Remus were both here, and Severus is finding himself addressed by his proper name as opposed to "Snape" or "Snivellus," he can only assume that it's the latter.]

Remus, I presume.

[Remus turns the video on, because he really never has grown used to the text function, and audio feels a bit daft. He looks as tired and worn as ever, but nowhere near as haggard as the war days, future or past.]

I see you have been brought here as well, then.

[He doesn't offer any other information freely, just yet. He still doesn't like Severus.]

[Severus responds in kind; choosing to reply using the same medium appears to be simple enough. Well. These Muggle gadgets are getting progressively more useful.

He appears to be unimpressed, which is hardly unusual, considering the source, though he, too, is looking rather weary.]

As ever, your powers of observation are astounding.

[Yes thank you, Severus. This really makes him feel more inclined to help.]

And I see your social skills are as in tune as ever.

[He does what he can. He's a regular ray of sunshine, isn't he?]

Given the situation, this is hardly the time to be exchanging pleasantries, even if I were inclined to do such things.

Edited 2013-01-13 08:29 (UTC)

[The brightest and sunniest.]

There will be plenty of time in the future. The magic, or whatever other powers be at work keeping us in this place, is too powerful and unpredictable.

There is no where else to go.

Edited 2013-01-13 08:31 (UTC)

[The look Remus receives in reply is both incredibly flat and underwhelmed.]

So I am expected to simply accept that I have been kidnapped and now left to my own devices in this ridiculous place? Far easier said than done. Never before have I seen such magic, though they must be using a ward similar to those put in place at Hogwarts. Attempting to apparate has done me no good.

I hardly expect a stubborn and obstinate wizard like yourself to listen to me. I just thought you should know. I have had much more time and a good many resources to attempt to get by it to no avail, but by all means, do feel free to waste your efforts as you see fit.

I have chosen to study the other forms of magic present here, instead. I do not think any one force will be able to escape when so many from various worlds have made many attempts of their own.

With all due respect, Remus, you and I have never been what one would consider friendly beyond the bounds of what might be accepted as professional. You'll have to forgive me if I have some difficult taking these wild claims at face value. You have no reason to do anything but lie to me. We were not exactly on the best of terms when last we met, as you may recall.

Severus, the only interaction I have had with you in years was through Dumbledore, concerning the Wolfsbane potion. Time in this place is neither exact or specific and bears very little relevance to each of us in turn.

Whatever magic is at work here pulls each of us out of distinct and separate points within our timelines.

I know we have never been more than professional, but I have not found myself to be on particularly unpleasant terms with you since the childish days of our youth. And if that is the time that you are referring to, then I would say you are a bit over dramatic.

[Lovely. That made things even more complicated than they already were, which was really quite an achievement, all things considered.]

No. I refer, instead, to recent events, though the reasoning was--

[He wants to say 'also petty and childish,' but he catches himself. He had meant to agree with Remus and brush it aside for the time being, but the words in his head greatly differed from the words that came out of his mouth.

Hm.]

No matter. Time means little here, then.

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