It was a week since Corypheus' defeat, and the world was set right again. Jade was just now back to work, and even now only with great caution. Neither Vincent or Kailynn was particularly keen on having to start from scratch. Apparently Vin had gotten an earful from Dorian before a tight hug and the reassurance that they had chosen his specialty properly. As long as nobody told Trevelyan.

Jade was currently in Cullen's office. As usual, she had wound up sitting on a corner of his desk- once again suspiciously void of paperwork.

"I meant to thank you a dozen times over," the Commander noted conversationally. "To be honest, I was completely unsure a relationship between a mage and a Templar could last."

"And now?"

Cullen blushed. "We deal with what happens after... after. But you should know that Trevelyan and I have decided to stay together."

"Good. Though I can hardly the credit for that."

"It was a start. And the lyrium... that was definitely thanks to you."

"Then..?"

"I haven't even thought about it in a month. I would like to test your theories, when you are able."

"Gladly."

"After that... I understand Vincent has learned what he can from Pavus, yes?" When Jade's head darted up Cullen just chuckled. "Dorian mentioned it when he announced an intention to return home."

"Ah."

"I was thinking that Skyhold has stretched you about as far as it can. I would like you elsewhere."

Jade looked at him, confused. "Ser?"

"The Inquisitor just uncovered an ole Templar base in the Emprisse. Suledin Keep. A lot of former Templars out there. Right now there's a diplomat in charge of the base, but he did ask for a strategic edge in his commander." Cullen pushed the details across the desk. "Of course Vincent would be dispatched as part of your team."

Jadell examined the notes and rolled her eyes. "Freezing cold and red lyrium. A perfect getaway."

"If you say no..."

"I'll do it," Jade corrected. "I love a challenge. And Skyhold?"

"Without the was I will be able to dedicate time to the training and other daily activities," he explained. "Of course if we should need to separate the two again I will know who to call. Won't I?"

Jade nodded calmly. "I suppose that is true."

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Jadell had settled comfortably not the chair at her desk to write the needed orders for the next week of training for the soldiers of Skyhold. She was just finishing up when she heard Vincent enter. He was at her side quickly, hands on her shoulders while she wrote.

"Can anyone actually read you scribbles love?"

Jade playfully swatted his hand away. "So. How'd your day go?"

"The cold elements are not my forte," he admitted. "Maybe if it was winter I could latch on to what was around me..." Jade laughed, interrupting the thought. "How is that funny?"

"I may have a solution. We are getting orders to change locations. To... the Emprisse."

Vincent sighed. "Well, at least it will serve a purpose." With that he bent down to kiss the top of her head. "As long as we are together it doesn't matter."

Jade smiled and set down her writing tool. "Together," she affirmed. Then she added, "There are dragons out there as well."

"Drag... no. Leave those monsters to someone else." He pulled her to the bed, demanding even as he joked.

Jadell wondered how he would react when he found out she wasn't joking about the dragons. But that was for a different day. Tonight, it was just them. Finally.

- And end. Unless someone asks. Hope you've enjoyed! -