[center][h1][color=crimson]Alice[/color][/h1][/center] [color=crimson]"That depends,"[/color] Alice replied, turning from her vigil on the heating water to look wearily at Baradiel. [color=crimson]"What's your opinion on the Ship paradox? The one that asks if something that has all its parts replaced is still the same thing."[/color] Rubbing the heels of her palms into her eyes, she sighed as she leaned back against the counter, eyeing the first member of her household. Baradiel had been by her side as long as she could remember, constantly getting her out of trouble and supporting her, but even he was just one person. Her thoughts once again focused on the state of her peerage. If things didn't change, she would soon have to start giving her pieces to people she'd really rather not, just to get some extra hands helping out. Covering a yawn with the back of her hand, Alice brought her focus back to the present. [color=crimson]"I really need to get some rest, but I can't be idle for long. I've heard some rumors about a stray devil lurking around our territory. This side, not London, thankfully. There's nothing specific yet, but I've got a feeling we'll have a fight on our hands once night falls. can you make sure everyone is prepared?"[/color]