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Dear Neuvillette,
Today marks my 100th year of ruling Fontaine as their Archon as well as your first day holding the title of Chief Justice.
You looked amazing glorious when you took your oath and gave your inauguration speech earlier today. Of course, I'm sure half of your charm today came from your Iudex' outfit, specially designed by yours truly! Complain about the layers of clothing all you want, I honestly couldn't care less—I won't let my Chief Justice wear the same hideous Iudex uniform that was worn during the late Egeria's (bless her soul) ruling. That was actually one of the first thing I wanted to change when I ascended to the Archon's throne, but the old fashioned former Chief Justices were always strongly against it for no reason.
Today also marks the 100th anniversary of your arrival at Fontaine. To be completely honest, Neuvillette, when I first saw you at the door of Palais Mermonia, proudly yet hesitantly introduced yourself as the reincarnation of the Hydro Dragon Sovereign, I was confused (and scared!) to death. I didn't know what mirror-me was planning I was thinking, honestlyㅡinviting you of all people to Fontaine without telling me first! Especially since you weren't shy in showing your distaste with the Archons (or, in your terms, the usurpers). I dipped into all the Enkanomiyan old folktale regarding the rebirth of the Hydro Sovereign all year right after you came because you came out of nowhere (and learned their old language just so I can understand it better, mind you! Good thing I am the most talented human Archon alive) and find myself couldn't sleep peacefully for almost 12 years, afraid that you would suddenly barged into my door and thrown the ocean to me without mercy.
But it turns out that your presence is not bad at all. In fact, I'm very glad that you exist! The old Fontish saying was true, though: 'Nobody should ever judge another with no token provided in the Land of Justice!' (or something along the line, I guess? It wasn't the most popular proverb to use daily). With your presence, I didn't feel too lonely anymore, unlike before I met you: my acquaintances die one by oneㅡwhile I alone sat on the throne of immortality. Now at least, one person (dragon?) will constantly be there throughout my life, which to me feels like a gift from Celestia themself! I'm grateful to have you as a friend, even though you rarely talk! I should fix that bad habit of yours in the near future, it is considered rude to ignore other people's musings just because you didn't know what to say, you know!
Anyway, let your benevolent Archon, Focalors, bestowed her holy blessings upon you: I wish you the best on your future endeavours, Iudex Neuvillette! May law be the prayer on our lips, may judgment be our worship. May our nation continue to fluorish.
Your Archon,
Furina de Fontaine; the Hydro Archon, Focalors; Regina of All Waters, Kindreds, Peoples, and Laws; God of Justice.