Silvia Lavellan is away, while the commander handles things in Skyhold. They are forced to communicate through letters.
(A/N: I could not get the strikethrough to format on here so I improvised with hyphens. I'm sorry)
-D-e-a-r-
-M-y-L-a-d-y-
Inquisitor,
I hope this letter finds you, and that you are well. I've sent some troops to secure a camp in Crestwood, per your request. They will be awaiting your arrival. My pauldrons are missing.-H-a-v-e- y-o-u-s-e-e-n- Never mind. After some searching around my room, I found my pauldrons, but not where I left them. -D-i-d-y-o-u- I can tell you borrowed them. They smell like you. I rather like it. It gives me the sense that you are with me right now, holding me, which makes me miss you all the more. -A-n-d-I-w-a-n-t- *indecipherable scribbles* Please be safe.
L,
-C
My Dearest Commander,
I did borrow your pauldrons the night before I had to leave for Crestwood. I am glad you aren't cross with me- I admit I didn't really plan on borrowing them, but you left them lying on the chair in your office. But your pauldrons are soft, warm, and make me feel as if I'm wrapped up in your embrace. I am finishing up business here as I write and will head back to Skyhold.
Missing you,
Inquisitor Lavellan
-D-e-a-r-e-s-t-S-i-l-v-i-a-
-L-o-v-e-
Lady Lavellan,
Were you having trouble sleeping that night? Is that why you borrowed them? If you are having trouble sleeping, you should tell me. -I-w-o-u-l-d-b-e-m-o-r-e-t-h-a-n-h-a-p-p-y-t-o *scribbles* -I -w-o-u-l-d-r-e-a-l-l-y-l-i-k-e-t-o- *more scribbles* I could keep you company on sleepless nights, if you wished. I've had more than my share of those. And we wouldn't be doing anything other than enjoying each other's company. -N-o-t-u-n-l-e-s-s-y-o-u-w-a-n-t-e-d-t-o- *scribbled out so much the page is torn* Maker's breath, I really hope Leliana doesn't read these before she sends them. I'm eagerly awaiting and hopeful of your return to Skyhold.
Your worried Commander,
-C
My Loving Cullen,
Are you asking to spend the night together? If that's the case, I wouldn't mind. Too many nights have gone by with nightmares plaguing my dreams. You told me before you have trouble as well? I'm sure sleep would come easier if you were there. Honestly, I am not sure why they gave me such a big bed in my quarters if they didn't expect me to share it. I will be back tomorrow, and then we can talk further about sleeping arrangements.
I'm looking forward to holding you tonight, my love.
Silvia
