[And, while she's not in a particularly crowded area, the background noise of the audio feed make it clear that she's outside. Especially in the first few seconds of silence, an awkward pause while Abigail isn't sure what to say.

She's not even sure why she's leaving him a message, except to let him know she didn't disappear completely. And to see if he's still around. As much as losing the last connection to home would, in its own way, be a relief, it would also be... weird. (Understatement, but what it would be is something she can't entirely pin down without experiencing it.) And she'd rather at least find out, if he was gone.

So, first the silence, and then:] -- Hi.

[Another pause. Maybe she should have just done text, at least it would avoid these awkward hesitations, but well, she's already started now.]

I was... gone, I guess. I lost my bracelet for a while. I don't know if you knew, but I thought I should tell you I'm back.

[And one more awkward pause for good measure, trying to figure out what else there is to say.]

Maybe you can tell me what I missed? If you're not busy?