Lady Annette. [He offers her a small bow out of formality and politeness... not to mention the hour is late and he arrived unannounced.] My apologies for calling on you at the current hour. Especially without notice.

[He straightens up and takes in a deep breath. He will speak quickly and get to the heart of the matter without break. Emotions can't escape or cause his voice to break if he just does this quick.]

I am trying to get into contact with Lady Edelgard. She has not been home for the past few days which is not unusual. However upon trying to contact her my device could not get through. [Deep breath.] I thought... perhaps you might be able to get in contact with the Emperor. Or perhaps, even better, you may have seen her. At all.

I simply... I simply do not know where she is and... I need to find her. This world is still uncertain and possibly dangerous. I am her vassal so I... [He clears his throat.] I'm worried, that's all.