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boy-banders-writings · 6 years

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Can jealousy be a virtue? - Kino (Hyunggu)

Group: Pentagon Member: Kino aka Hyunggu aka SMOL SUNSHINE WHO ALWAYS WRECKS ME Genre: fluffy-fluff with a tiny bit of angst; High School!AU for Kino :) Request: YES!! Do u think u could write a high school!au for Kino if u get the chance?? Maybe where ur in the same class and u like him but u dont know he likes u back until he confesses or something happens?? Idk I've never requested anything before im sorry if this is confusing 😬😬 U just seem really nice so I thought I could ask!!! Tysm!!💖💖 Author’s Note: This has been sitting in my inbox for a long time, sorry that it has taken so long for me to reply. I hope you enjoy this regardless! Also, thank you for taking the time to request, I really appreciate it! Feel free to request again any time!! FT SF9′s Chanhee & Astro’s Moonbinnie 💖 Length: HELLA LONG. I GOT CARRIED AWAY!! (5,281 words to be exact)

As the new school year started you waited nervously inside your classroom for your other classmates to arrive. You had your notebook opened to a new page, with a few different writing utensils on the table for you to chose. You glanced over your schedule for the fifth time since you sat down just to check again that you were in the right room.

“(Y/N)? You’re in Ms. Oh’s class too?” Your best friend May asked, sitting down in the isle seat directly to your right.

“Yes! You are too?” You asked even after she started taking out a notebook too.

“Yea, I signed up for Mr. Kim’s class but it was full. Being with you this year is much better though.” She smiled at you and you felt your anxieties about the new year melt away.

Soon enough the class started to feel up. Everyone in your year got along well so the chatter about the ending summer was buzzing.

“Yuto! Wooseok!” May waved to them as they entered looking around the room.

“May! (Y/N)!” They both greeted as they moved towards you two.

“Is anyone sitting behind you?” Wooseok asked, motioning towards the table behind you.

“Not yet, it’s open.”

“Great, we’ll take it.” Wooseok smiled as he took the seat directly behind you.

“Yea, we can all sit together this year!” Yuto agreed, taking the seat beside Wooseok.

“We can if you two don’t get us into trouble.” May pointed her finger at the pair. “You got separated last year because you wouldn’t be quiet, don’t drag me and (Y/N) into your mess.”

“Mr. Jeon had it out for us last year, we almost didn’t pass to senior year.” Wooseok groaned.

“Yea, we turned in all the homework and did well on the exams yet he tried to fail us!” Yuto defended. “So we caused a few distractions.” He shrugged.

“A few?” You scoffed, spinning in your seat to face them. “You two disrupted class every day!” You peeked at May who was laughing, “I would have tried to fail you guys too.” You shrugged. The guys feigned shock before laughing it off.

“You’d miss us too much.” Wooseok leant forward, locking eyes with you.

“I have May, why would I miss you?” You challenged. May reached over and pulled your chair towards her.

“Right? We have each other, we don’t need you stupid boys.” She winked at Yuto, who in turn blushed. “However they are pretty good entertainment (Y/N). I guess we can let them hang out around us.” She acted like she was thinking really hard.

“If you don’t get us into trouble, I don’t care.” You smiled back at them sweetly.

“We would never.” Wooseok chided, trying to look innocent.

“Scouts honor.” Yuto threw up the scout sign and smiled sweetly.

“I’ll hold you to that.” May pointed at each of them.

“Hey, where’s Hyunggu?” You asked, noticing he wasn’t with the guys like normal.

“Ah, he woke up late so we told him we’d save him a seat.” Wooseok tossed his jacket onto the empty chair beside you.

“Be-beside me?” You stuttered, eyes cutting to May to see her smirking.

“Where else would he sit?” Yuto inquired, waving his hand about as he leant forward on his desk.

“There’s an open seat by May.” You spun around only to see Suran plopping down beside May, smiling at all of you before getting her things out for the day.

“Now the only open seat is by you.” Wooseok wiggled his eyebrows at you.

“He won’t be sitting here today if he doesn’t hurry up, Ms. Oh does not allow late students in the room.” May flashed her phone reading 7:58 am. “He’s got two minutes.”

“One.” You added quietly as your phone changed to 7:59.

The door opening stole all your attention as Ms. Oh walked in and just a few steps behind was an out of breath Hyunggu. He quickly apologized for getting to class so close to the beginning and ran over to Yuto and Wooseok.

“You two kept me up well into the morning, how in the hell are you here before me?” Hyunggu grumbled as he slid into the empty seat behind you. “I swear, if I would have been late the two of you would never have heard the end of it from me.”

Hyunggu quickly dug out his notebook and the book for the first class. You and May watched him in silence as the guys laughed quietly at their irritated friend. After a few moments of digging around his bag Hyunggu huffed in agitation before dropping his bag to the floor and taking a deep breath.

“Here.” You slid one of your pens over to his side of the desk. “You can’t find a pen right?”

“Thanks.” Hyunggu sighed, picking it up and clicking the pen a few times before setting it on top of his notebook.

“You’re not going to say hi to our friends Gu?” Wooseok poked Hyunggu’s shoulder, causing the boy beside you to spin around and glare at his friend.

“What?” He looked up at you and May to see the two of you watching him. “Ah, good morning May, (Y/N).” He blushed.

“Morning Gu.” May hummed, looking between you and him a few times. “Ya know, I never noticed how cute the two of you are together.”

“May!” You squeaked, your cheeks flaring up.

“Ya know what?” Wooseok started, moving around to look between the two of you too, “They do look good together.”

“Enough Seok.” Hyunggu groaned. He turned to look out the window and you missed the way his ears turned red.

About the time you opened your mouth to tell them off Ms. Oh begun class. She did a quick introduction of herself before the ice breakers started. It seemed pointless since the majority of your class had been together since you started school at 5 years old. It wasn’t until the introductions had made it to the middle of the room did you notice a new face.

“Hello.” The new face greeted. “I’m Moonbin, my family just moved here over the summer. I hope we can get along this last year in school.”

“I expect that everyone will make Moonbin feel welcomed.” Ms. Oh piped in before Moonbin thanked her and sat down.

The way the pink bloomed over his face and ears was cute. He kept his head up with the remnants of a smile as his seat mate Chanhee, did his introduction. Moonbin must have felt you watching him because as Chanhee sat down, his attention bounced from his friend to you. You automatically returned the smile he graced you with and felt your entire face heat up. The two of you shared that moment for only a instant before the next student stood up to introduce themselves.

You were in such a daze by the time it was your turn that Hyunggu had to nudge you to get your attention. When you snapped out of your daydream Ms. Oh was waiting expectantly.

“Good Morning.” You smiled sheepishly. “I’m (Y/N) as most of you know. I’m glad we’ll all be together for our final year in high school. Uhm, I was the class representative last year so whoever is chosen as the rep for this year if you need anything, I’ll be happy to help.” You quickly sat back down, feeling better now that part was over with.

“Hi everyone, I’m Hyunggu. I look forward to another fun year together. I promise I won’t cause as many distractions.” He winked in the general direction of the rest of the class.

The other girls in the class were send into a fit of giggles, which only intensified as Wooseok and Yuto did their introductions. You and May just rolled your eyes, used to their flirty attitudes mainly because they were only present during school. Outside of classes they toned it down a whole lot, they’re hardly flirty at all at least with you two. Which leaves you at a total loss because you have been in love with Hyunggu since middle school.

You zoned out the rest of the class as Ms. Oh went over the general plan for the year; the main topics the class would be covering, the places for tutoring that previous students have recommended, how the teachers have worked out moving classes, and any other topics the class may have questions on.

“Okay, since it is the first day I’ll end class early. Please start reading the first chapter I’ll begin lecturing on it tomorrow.” She began to pack her things up to leave when she paused. “(Y/N), Moonbin, can both of you join me in the hallway for a moment.”

Like children the whole class made a scene as the two of you stood and moved to follow Ms. Oh into the hallway. As you met at the front of the room Moonbin gestured for you to go first, his smile sending your heart into overdrive.

As Ms. Oh shut the door behind the two of you, she smiled at you.

“Don’t worry, neither of you are in trouble.” You let out a breath, if you got into some sort of trouble the first day your parents would kill you. “Since Moonbin here is still new to the area and only knows Chanhee, I was hoping our old class rep would be up to showing him around the campus and being his friend.”

You looked up to see Moonbin’s eye had grew a few sizes and he looked embarrassed.

“Of course Ms. Oh, if Moonbin needs anything,” You paused, turning to him getting his full attention, “he can ask me for help. As the old class rep and a new friend.”

“Wonderful, now get back to the classroom, the next class will start soon.”

You both thanked Ms. Oh and waited until she walked away before turning towards each other. Before Moonbin could open his mouth you held out your hand.

“What do you w--?”

“Your phone, I’ll give you my kakaotalk so you can contact me easily.” You waited for him to place his phone in your palm. “Don’t laugh at my userID okay? I made it in middle school.”

“PurplePrincess98?” He held back a chuckle, “It’s cute, very fitting.” He teased, his red ears taking away from his cool exterior.

“So is yours, DancingPuppyCat.” You quirked an eyebrow. “Puppycat somehow seems like the perfect description for you.”

“My friends from my old school gave me that nickname? I’m not sure what it really is.”

“What about the dancing part?” You quirked an eyebrow as you swiftly placed his phone in his waiting palm and pulled yours out of the pocket of your skirt. “You any good?”

“I’m alright.” He shrugged, opening the notification of you accepting his add request. “Chanhee has been trying to talk me into joining the drama club since I moved back.”

“Back?”

“Yea, I actually grew up a few towns over with Chanhee. A few years ago we moved to Thailand because of my mom’s job. Now we’re back.”

“It’s pretty obvious the two of you are pretty close.” You watched him break out into an adoring smile.

“He’s been my best friend since we were still in diapers.”

“It’s like that for me and May.” You could relate to him, you adored May with every cell in your body. “And if Chanhee wants you to join the drama club you should give it a shot. He’s actually the president of the club now and he wouldn’t invite anyone in without a reason.”

“He’s always been into theater and acting, I’ve been considering it honestly.”

“You really should, Chanhee takes drama very seriously.” You giggled, thinking back to the play last year that almost caused Chanhee to have a mental break down from all the stress. “That and he could use some help, he gets stressed easily.”

Just as Moonbin opend his mouth, Chanhee himself popped his head out of the classroom. A look passing between the two before Chanhee smirked.

“Binnie, (Y/N), the class is waiting for you to return.” He looked like he had a comment on the tip of his tongue but Moonbin quickly shoved him back into the classroom and motioned for you to go back first.

Before you could do much the voting for new class representative started and the day flew by.

As the next two weeks passed and May got accustomed to her role as new class rep, with your help of course, it was all a real blur. Fourteen days had passed and so much had changed and yet nothing was different.

You and May spent most of your class days keeping Wooseok, Yuto, and Hyunggu out of trouble while studying after class. You attended the first two bi-weekly meetings with May so she could get the hang of things. The classes went much quicker than you realized because the first exams were starting that week.

As you sat in the library during lunch after munching on your lunch, Moonbin appeared beside you.

“(Y/N) are you studying for the geometry exam?” His voice was a little panicked.

“Yea, just reviewing the few topics I’ve been struggling with.”

“Can I study with you?”

“Of course, come on.” You scooted over a bit and moved your stuff so Moonbin could set up camp beside you. “I’m hanging out here after classes are over too for a few hours, May and I usually study together. You and Chan can join us.” You extended the invite to Chanhee knowing his geometry understanding caused you anxiety for him.

“Really? That’d be great, we’ve been struggling.” He wore a shy smile.

“We’ve got a bit before the next class, what are you struggling with?”

Moonbin pulled out a list of concepts he kind of understood but not really and the two of you go to work. Before you knew it May had sent you a message letting you know classes resumed in 5 minutes and the two of you packed up and walked back to class together.

Moonbin opened the door for you as you laughed at a math joke he had made to lighten his mood about the exam. May waved you over and you told Moonbin you’d see him later.

“Ya know, I’m pretty sure Moonbin has a thing for you?” May chimed just loud enough for your table to hear, Hyunggu included.

“We were studying together.” You deflected, pulling your notebook out for the next class. “Seems like him and Chanhee are struggling with geometry.”

“Who isn’t?” Yuto chuckled nervously. “You two still studying in the library after classes?” You nodded. “Can we come with?” He motioned to the other two guys. “These two are no help.”

“Sure.” May shrugged, “It’s better to study with a group anyway. Together we may understand all the material.”

“These two” Hyunggu threw his thumb back at his best friends, “are so far behind it’s not funny. I tried to help them over the weekend but they’re hopeless.”

“Not funny.” Wooseok whined, leaning forward and pulling you back by your shoulders. “We need your help (Y/N), please save us.”

“I’ll help you, I can’t let me friends drown so don’t worry. We can make it fun though. Moonbin and Chanhee are going to join us.”

“Won’t it be too crowded?” Hyunggu asked casually, not looking up from his phone.

“We’ve had bigger study groups.” You chimed back.

“Yea but we’ve never really studied with Chanhee and Moonbin, what if they slow us down.”

“I won’t let my friends drown Gu, they’re my friends too.” His attitude took such a turn, it turned your mouth sour.

“Mhmm.” He hummed, ending his side of the conversation.

You looked back at Yuto and Wooseok to see both of them mirroring shock. They shrugged and shook their heads signaling they had no idea what’s up.

Mr. Hyun walked in and greeted the class, you couldn’t ask Hyunggu anything before he gave his full attention to the Chemistry teacher.

The rest of the day flew by as the teachers taught their lessons, you took as many notes as you could shorthand and before you knew it you were sitting at a large rectangluar table in the library surrounded by friends and geometry notes.

“Okay but why does that work?” Chanhee asked May, confusion as obvious as the tension between you and Hyunggu.

“Because we use this formula with the known angles to solve for this missing variable.” May explained calmly for the third time.

You turned towards Wooseok who had taken the spot to your right and looked over the study guide problems he was working on.

“You aren’t as hopeless as you made me think.” You teased, noticing that he did the first few problems easily.

“I went to ask help from the teacher on our last break.” He flushed, “I really can’t fail this first exam I’ll spend the rest of the school year playing catch up.”

“You went without me.” Yuto whined, frantically flipping through his notes to find what he wrote down for a practice problem.

“You were busy.” Wooseok mused, working through the problem without a hitch.

“I hate you.” Yuto grumbled, working on the same problem as Wooseok, trying to get the answer without asking him for help.

You looked away from them to the pair on the other side of the table. Chanhee and Moonbin were working together, looking from the various sets of notes on the table. Other than asking May for help they had been relatively quiet. You looked around the table and saw everyone working diligently, proud that they were taking this so seriously. You had moved to open your notebook back up with you saw Moonbin shift, the movement catching your attention. The smiles you two exchanged were sweet. You nodded towards the problem he was working on and he blushed, waving you over. The seat beside him was open so you slid into it easily. Leaning forward you quietly explained to Moonbin where he messed up and why he was stuck.

After Moonbin reworked the problem form the beginning he managed to get the right answer and he lit up. He thanked you quietly, his hand resting on yours briefly. His crinkled eyes and wide smile was enough to send your heart into overdrive.

Without really thinking you twisted your hand around to squeeze his. For a moment, you felt eyes on you and turned your head to see Hyunggu glaring at your hands. You slowly removed your hand from Moonbin’s and told him to continue before moving back to your original seat. Unfortunately it was right beside Hyunggu and as you sat back down the tension was tangible. He was rigid and his glare was turned toward his notebook, the tip of his pencil had broke off from how hard he had pressed it to his paper.

“Hyunggu...” You whispered, not moving. “Are you okay?”

Obviously he was not, but you knew not to push him.

“I’m great.” He huffed, slowly moving to pull a mechanical pencil from his bag.

“Is-Is anything troubling you? With the review I mean.” You gulped, anxiety consuming you.

“No.” His tone was sharp.

“Oh-okay.” You nodded, fidgeting as you picked up your pencil and worked on the problem you’d left off on.

Two hours passed before eyes started to droop and attention spans started to shorten. Yuto and Wooseok had worked through the practice problems twice and felt confident enough to resort to making paper airplanes. Chanhee had done the same amount of work and had started drawing an exaggerated illustration of the geometry teacher. May had been on her phone for the last ten minutes. Hyunggu and Moonbin were the only two still focused on work.

“Uhm, let’s call it a night yeah?” You broke the heavy silence. “We can meet back here tomorrow afternoon if anyone wants to study more.” You mentally checked the weekend hours for the library. “It closes by 3, so we can meet about 12-12:30?”

There was a chorus of agreements as everyone moved to pack their things. May excitedly talked with Wooseok and Yuto as they headed towards the door.

“See you tomorrow (Y/N).” They waved.

“Text me when you guys get home.” You called quietly, trying to not disturb anyone else who had hung around this late on a Friday night.

“Moonbin, let’s head back.” Chanhee slapped Moonbin on the back, “We can get lunch together before meeting here tomorrow.”

“Yeah, okay.” Moonbin nodded, eyes resting on you for a moment before packing up. “(Y/N), how are you getting home?”

“It’s a 15 minute walk, so that.” You waved them off, “Go on, I can tell this weeks drama club meetings have exhausted you two.”

“You can walk back with us.” Chanhee offered innocently.

“Yea, it’s better to travel with someone.” Moonbin piped up, a shy smile taking over his face.

You watched Chanhee and Moonbin exchange a look before they turned back to you waiting for an answer.

“I’m walking her home.” Hyunggu spoke up for the 3rd time that night.

“Oh, okay. Send me a message when you’re home then (Y/N).” Moonbin deflated a bit.

You turned toward Hyunggu and watched him for a moment before he started to pack up his things.

“I’m going to walk them out and use the bathroom, I’ll be right back Hyunggu.” You moved to fall into step with Moonbin and Chanhee towards the front of the library.

“Is he okay?” Chanhee asked once Hyunngu was out of ear shot.

“I think so, I’m going to talk to him on the way home.”

“He seems to be upset.” Moonbin snuck a glance back at your classmate. “He’s been that way for a few weeks now.” Moonbin acknowledged.

“Sometimes he gets into moods like this.” You rubbed the back of your neck, “They usually don’t last too long but like I said I’m gonna talk to him.”

The guys nodded. Chanhee asked for you two to wait while he ran to the bathroom leaving you and Moonbin alone.

“You’re close with Hyunggu.” It wasn’t a question.

“I am. We’ve been friends for years now.”

“He’s protective of you.” You nodded. “He likes you...”

“No.” You answered probably too quickly. “He doesn’t, we’re friends.”

“But you like him?” Moonbin had picked up on the disappointment written on your face before you could tuck it away.

When you didn’t answer him, he nodded. He hugged you, pulling you into him and resting his cheek on your head. It stunned you for a moment, the physical contact between the two of you hadn’t really gotten to that level yet.

“I can see it in his actions and his attitude. He obviously likes you a lot and I won’t get in the middle of this, but if you decide to give me a chance later on, I’d really like that. I may regret this, but you should tell him. It feels much better to have things like this out in the open, I know from experience.”

Moonbin pulled away and ruffled your hair slightly. As Chanhee exited the bathroom throwing away a bunched up paper towel he gave the two of you a funny look. Moonbin waved him off and winked at you before the two of them left the library.

He has practically confessed his feelings for you. Moonbin had just told you he liked you even though he knew you liked Hyunggu and it sent you into overdrive. You’d had a few guys throughout school confess to you but you’d always been so head-over-heels for Hyunggu you’d never spared them a thought. Knowing that Moonbin had started to like you and may have been liking you for a little while left you at a loss. You were just as friendly with him as you were the rest of the guy friends and that thought made you hope you had never done anything to lead him on.

Needing a moment alone, you walked into the bathroom. You did what you needed to do and then stood in front of the mirror for a few moments after washing your hands.

“You can’t hide in here all night.” You mumbled to yourself.

With a new resolve you exited the bathroom and headed straight towards Hyunggu. He had packed up all his things, the rest of yours, and was leaning back against the table with his phone in hand. He looked much more calm.

“Are you ready?” You asked, moving to take your backpack off the table.

“Yea.” He beat you to it and threw your backpack over his free shoulder.

The two of you fell into sync as you walked towards the library’s main doors and out into the chilly night air. You had barely made it down the first block before Hyunggu stopped and dropped to one knee. You turned about to ask him what he was doing when he pulled out a jacket and placed it on your shoulders before shouldering the backpacks again.

“Thank you.” You mumbled, slipping your arms into his jacket.

“Make sure you zip it up.” He moved to zip it for you before you could do it yourself.

“Gu...” He stopped, looking from his jacket zipper to you.

“What’s been wrong the lately?” Your voice was quiet, so quiet the wind carried most of it away.

“You’ve gotten close with Moonbin rather quickly.” He sighed, his eyes flickering to your face before back to the zipper. “I’ve been...” He paused, searching for the word Wooseok and Yuto had supplied with him early that week. “Jealous.”

You gawked at him for a moment. Hyunggu was jealous. More importantly, Hyunggu was jealous of Moonbin. When you didn’t say anything at first Hyunggu started walking again, his entire face had heated up from his tiny sort of confession. You stuttered a few steps before rushing to his side again.

“Why are you jealous?” You asked, “You’re still one of my best friends.” You voice cracked at ‘best friends’.

“Because you might not see Moonbin like that. He could be an option to be more than friends.” Hyunggu didn’t miss a beat, his focus in front of him.

What you didn’t know is that his palms were damp around the backpack straps, his heart felt like it was going to beat out of his chest, and anxiety had welled up so much in his stomach he felt like he was going to die.

“Maybe,” You said thoughtfully, “But there is already someone else that I see as more than a friend.” You hummed, feeling your heart rate increase drastically and sweat bead up along the back of your neck. “This person, they mean a lot to me so I wouldn’t just replace them so easily.”

The two of you were beating around the bush, like you were playing tag just trying to not be the one to confess first.

“Wh-what did he say to you before leaving?” Hyunggu tried to keep his focus ahead of him instead of your hand that kept brushing against his and your perfume that had spent all the evening suffocating him in the sweetest of ways.

“He indirectly confessed his feelings to me.” You affirmed, much to Hyunggu’s horror. “But he told me that he noticed someone else liked me and that he wasn’t going to get in the middle of things unless I told him to.”

“Oh.” Hyunggu felt his body deflated.

He had known that Moonbin liked you, he heard him and Chanhee talking about it one day after school. When he had confronted Moonbin about it, the two made it clear they had feelings for you and Hyunggu wanted to beat Moonbin to a pulp. It took Wooseok and Yuto talking him down to keep a fight from breaking out.

His best friends told him the easiest way to prevent that was to confess first but he had no idea how you felt about him. Even after May had told him that you had liked him for years he was still in denial. He figured if he’d gotten through all these years without confessing to you, all these other guys, that things would be fine. But you had never been so close with a guy like Moonbin before, you two got so close so quickly that Hyunggu had felt jealousy surging through his veins since the beginning.

Hyunggu was so deep in his thoughts that he hadn’t realized you’d grabbed his hand in yours after they had bumped together for the 20th time and laced your fingers together. He hadn’t noticed that your other hand was now across your body holding onto his forearm. And he definitely did not notice that you had rested your head against his shoulder.

All the possibilities of him confessing to you right now were running through his head when he felt the warmth from your hand in his. Without a second of hesitation more, he drew in a deep breath and turned his head to look at you.

“(Y/N)?” When you hummed and looked up at him with a shy smile, he melted. “Do you remember when we first met?”

“Of course, it was our first year, you and those two goons jumped in to stop some of our seniors from picking on May and I.” You smiled at the fond memory. “I still think you getting punished with the seniors was too much.” You scrunched up your nose.

“Did I ever tell you why?”

“Something about not being able to stand the injustice and abuse of power by our seniors?”

“Something like that.” Hyunggu laughed, his cheeks reddening at the prospect of this. He took another deep breath. “One of the main reasons, if not the main reason, was because I’ve liked you since the first day I saw you. The reason why I’ve always been... more protective and stuff is because I still like you. I’ve been so jealous is because of that, because I like you.”

His confession left you speechless for a moment. You couldn’t look away from him, his eyes shone with hope and fear. Your hand tightened around his.

“Ya know, every time May tried to tell me you liked me I always kind of pushed the thought away.” You smiled and tugged him behind you to keep moving. “It seemed so far fetched to think that you would like me back.”

“Wait--” Hyunggu’s steps stuttered, as your words sunk in. “You didn’t think I would like you back? That means that you like me too.”

Trying to remain calm, you shrugged.

“You still... like me don’t you?” Hyunggu’s dejected voice made you jerk your head towards him.

“I do.” You admitted shyly.

“Can I ask you something then?”

“Uh, sure.” You nodded.

“Can I officially ask you to give me a chance and be my girlfriend?”

“I’d like that.” You nodded, leaning back into him as the two of you continued walking. “Just think it took you getting jealous for all this to be revealed.”

“Can we not talk about that? Yuto and Seokkie have already been giving me hell all week about it.”

“As they should, I can’t wait to tell them and May.”

“We are never gonna hear the end of it from them.” He joked, already dreading tell them they were right and that he’s an idiot.

“Probably, but we’ll take it on together.”

“I really like the sound of that.” He hummed, kissed your hand in his. “We can take on lots of things together now.”

You really liked the sound of that, and the feel of Hyunggu’s hand in yours. And that warm, hum vibrating throughout your body was nice too. All this was because of a little jealousy.

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eorumverba · 6 years

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love letter

@taeminuet youre the reason im still here @jonghyyn your very presence brings me joy @orgel-ontae i dont regret a thing

Jonghyun falls in love quickly.

there are people who are rays of sunshine, cherry blossoms, vanilla candles and the colors of dusk.

Jonghyun falls in love quickly.

They’d fallen for Tae, confessed and started dating them within a week of them meeting, and even though it’s been barely two months, Jonghyun doesn’t think they’ve ever been happier. Jinki kind of agrees, always teasing Jonghyun about how soft they are for Tae or telling Tae how whiny Jonghyun had been about liking them before they’d started dating.

They don’t know everything about each other, not yet, but that’s okay. Jonghyun knows that Tae loves them, that they love Tae back, and that they’ll be happy together for a long time yet. And that’s more than enough for them.

So when Tae tells Jonghyun that they kind of really like fae pronouns, Jonghyun looks up what that means, tries their best to remember and not slip up. There are other things Tae tells them, things that they don’t quite understand but that make their heart weak and soft because Tae trusts them this much.

Sometimes, Jonghyun will wake up to texts that have clearly been written out by sleepy fingers - sometimes it’s Tae telling them about the dreams that have shaken fae awake or the memories that have just as suddenly come to fae, but other times, it’s just a simple declaration of love. Tae isn’t as openly affectionate as Jonghyun is, faer shyness easily mistaken for something more unfriendly, something stiff and cold.

But Tae isn’t like that, not really. Fae’re strong in faer softness, and Jonghyun loves doing little things for fae - telling fae how much they love fae, how sweet and kind and lovely fae are, how glad they are to have met fae. And even though Tae always blushes or whines or shakes faer head, fae’re always hiding a smile behind faer hand or muffling giggles with faer sweater sleeve.

Fae don’t always say those three little words back, but that’s okay, because Jonghyun knows fae love them too.

And also because Tae’s love is there in the way fae reach out for them, in the way fae collapse into bed and curl around them, soft breaths puffing into their neck. It’s there in the way Tae smiles at the sight of Jonghyun after a long day and the way fae remembered their favorite coffee order after just one date.

There are times though, where Jonghyun can’t help forgetting that though, their anxiety blowing normal things out of proportion and making them wonder if Tae ever even loved them in the first place. Because there are times, times where Tae doesn’t say I love you back, times where fae forget to text them back and times where fae flinch away from Jonghyun’s affectionate touches.

Jonghyun knows, rationally, that Tae loves them to death, that fae would never do anything to hurt them, but there are some times where Jonghyun just wants to ask, do you even love me?

It’s been almost three months, and they haven’t even kissed. Which is honestly okay, but for the way Jonghyun wants. And they can’t help blurting it out while Tae is half asleep, head in Jonghyun’s lap as Jonghyun tries to watch tv.

“Why haven’t we kissed yet?”

Tae doesn’t answer for a long few moments, and Jonghyun almost gives up, sure that fae’re asleep, but then fae open faer mouth to say, “I don’t know.”

And it’s such a Tae answer that Jonghyun can’t help laughing even though they can feel tears stinging in their eyes. “Okay,” they say, and maybe it’s something in the tone of their voice, or maybe Tae just knows them well enough by now, because fae open faer eyes and look up at them, frowning a little.

“Jonghyunnie, tell me what’s wrong.”

“Nothing. I’m fine, really.”

“Jonghyunnie,” Tae says after a minute, “do you want me to kiss you?”

And the words are on Jonghyun’s tongue (yes, please, kiss me like you need me) but they can’t say that, because they don’t want to make Tae upset, and they don’t want fae to hate them, or be a burden on them-

“Jonghyunnie,” Tae says again, and it’s like fae can tell what they’re thinking, because fae reach out to squeeze both of Jonghyun’s hands with faers. “Can I kiss you, Jonghyunnie? It’s okay if you say no.”

But Jonghyun doesn’t, because how could they, when this is all they’ve been wanting for so long? “Please,” is all Jonghyun manages to get out, and Tae just laughs a little, turning to face them fully. Fae look absolutely enamoured, and Jonghyun can’t help flushing pink when Tae says, “Baby.” like Jonghyun is the most precious thing in the world. And maybe, they are, to fae.

“I’m going to kiss you now, Jonghyunnie. Okay?” And Tae is close now, close enough that fae blur in Jonghyun’s vision, or maybe that’s just the tears that are welling up again.

“Okay,” Jonghyun breathes, and even before the word has finished falling from their lips, Tae’s lips are against theirs, soft and chaste and slightly chapped.

It’s definitely not the best kiss in the world, but it’s a nice one, and it’s quickly followed by a second, third, fourth - and Jonghyun starts to lose count after that, so they think it’s safe to think that Tae feels the same.

there are people who are marble floors, roman temples, black ink and the smell of the earth after rain.

Jonghyun meets Minho in a flurry of motion - a quick breath caught and lost, a harsh collision, the cold seeping into their bones even as the warmth of a foreign body blankets their own. It’s cliche, it’s so incredibly, stupidly cliche, but their heart is already melting as they blink up at the stranger that is staring down at them with something like worry and amusement plain on their face.

“Are you okay?” the stranger asks, and Jonghyun contemplates saying no for just a moment, just to see if they’d get helped to the benches or maybe even, impossibly, a phone number.

“Yeah, I’m fine.” Fine, good, amazing, perfect, because the stranger has climbed off of them, gotten to their feet and offered their hand. They pull Jonghyun up with ease and Jonghyun doesn’t even have to pretend to wobble, squeezing their hand tight and reaching out to balance themself.

The stranger laughs a little, barely even faltering even though Jonghyun is now leaning full into them. “Are you sure? What’s your name?”

“Jonghyun,” they mumble, clutching tighter as the stranger begins to push off on the ice, gliding slow and careful, close to the wall.

“I’m Minho. Jonghyunnie, it’s easier if you’re not looking down. Just look ahead and lean on me, okay? I won’t let you fall.”

Jonghyun’s heart stutters and they nod, even if they can’t help squeaking when Minho tugs them forwards. And maybe it’s the romantic in them, but this is so nice, because Minho is tall and warm and sturdy, and they’re cute. Jonghyun almost wishes that Jinki were here to see them like this, on the arm of a person as cute as Minho.

“It might be easier like this,” Minho says then, taking one of Jonghyun’s hands in theirs and then easily, effortlessly spinning around to face them. They’re skating backwards now, careful and slow, and they’re holding both of Jonghyun’s hands in theirs, and Jonghyun can’t help giggling, because god. If Minho is flirting with them, they’re doing an excellent job of it, and even if they’re not, this will be something to brag to Jinki about for weeks.

“Thanks, Minhoie.”

“Minhoie?”

“Yeah! Since I’m Jonghyunnie, you’re Minhoie.” Minho doesn’t say anything to that, but they do smile warm and bright at them, and the gentleness in it really does make Jonghyun feel like they’re melting from the inside out. They just keep tugging Jonghyun along, slow and steady and careful, looking over their shoulder occasionally to make sure they won’t bump into anyone. They look natural on the ice, and though their cheeks are red and their hands are cold, they don’t appear to feel the cold - or maybe they’re just used to it.

“Aren’t you cold?” They’re not even wearing a jacket.

“No, I’ve taken skating lessons since I was little, so I’m used to it. Are you?” And before Jonghyun can say anything, Minho starts skating towards the entrance of the rink, holding both of Jonghyun’s hands tight. “Come on, we’ll get something warm to eat. Don’t want you cold, Jonghyunnie.”

Jonghyun absolutely can’t bite back the giggle now, because yeah, this is probably, definitely a date. (Minho sitting them down and going to order and pay for everything basically confirms that. So does the soft cheek kiss and the phone number Jonghyun gets just before Minho has to go.)

there are people who are star-gazing, holding your breath, little smiles, subtle touches and soft fabric.

They meet because of an astrology class that Jonghyun hadn't even wanted to take. It'd been either astrology or some physics class, and Jonghyun chose astrology in a heartbeat. And it's actually not that bad of a class - or, it wouldn't be if the teacher wasn't so boring. Their only solace is that she does the lectures with the lights off, that they sits way up in the back so she won't notice them, that they’re able to write out little lyrics and poems and occasionally scribble down notes. Jonghyun's other solace is the boy that sits next to them, always more than half asleep or trying to open some snack without disturbing the teacher. It's cute, it's enamoring, and Jonghyun finds themself writing a lot of love songs.

They’re all songs that the boy - Jinki - won’t ever hear, and that’s okay. The words are for Jonghyun alone, which is probably why Jonghyun nearly faints when Jinki leans over one day and plucks Jonghyun’s notebook from their desk. “What’s this?” Jinki asks, and it’s only because of how cute he is that Jonghyun doesn’t immediately snatch it back.

“It’s - just things I’ve been writing.”

Of course though, Jinki manages to flip to the end, where the songs are very obviously about him. “Who are these about?”

“You’d laugh if you knew, so I’m not telling you.”

“I want you to tell me though.”

Something about the way Jinki’s said it makes Jonghyun’s breath catch, and Jinki smiles a little before leaning back so it looks like he’s paying attention to the teacher. Jonghyun does end up telling him though, and even though Jinki laughs, it doesn’t seem like he’s laughing at them, because of how fond he looks. It’s kind of nice.

And so is the way Jinki asks them out months later, even if it is on Valentine’s day. Which had been unintentional, apparently, but it’s just cute. Jinki’s cute, and Jonghyun feels cute whenever they sit with him at lunch, because they hold hands under the table so Kibum won’t tease them, and everything about their new relationship is just so cute. Jinki’s cute when Jonghyun steals that first quick kiss, and Jonghyun is sure they’re cute when they open their locker to find that Jinki’s stuffed it full of flowers.

And Jinki’s especially cute when he picks Jonghyun up close to 8pm, blushing and stuttering like he hasn’t already met Jonghyun’s family before. He’s wearing a thick sweater and tight fitting pants (the one that Jonghyun always says makes his thighs look nice), and he blushes even harder when Jonghyun kisses him, ignoring their sister’s cooing and their mom’s smile.

“You two have fun now,” she says, and Jonghyun pushes Jinki out the door so he doesn’t have to listen to whatever comment Sodam will make. Jinki does press a quick kiss to Jonghyun’s cheek once they’re safe in his car, and he lets them have the aux cord even though he knows they’ve been listening to the same album for weeks now.

“So where are we going?”

“Guess, Jonghyunnie.”

“Tell!”

And Jinki is as weak for Jonghyun as they are for him, because Jinki just laughs a little and squeezes their hand before saying, “We’re going stargazing, Jonghyunnie.”

It’s a cute first date, but it’s also so cliche, which makes it that much better. Jinki doesn’t look like it, but he’s kind of a huge romantic, and even just the idea of them stargazing together has Jonghyun giggling.

It’s nice though - they stop for smoothies before heading up to the big sledding hill and spreading out a blanket for them to lay on. They’re the only ones there (which, of course, because it’s only barely April, and still chilly) so Jonghyun curls up close to Jinki, closing their eyes as Jinki’s hand runs soft down the length of their side.

“You know, you’re supposed to have your eyes open to look at the stars, Jonghyunnie.” Jinki’s voice is quiet, but Jonghyun can hear the fondness run through, and they - like always - can’t help pouting.

“You wouldn’t know my eyes were closed if you weren’t looking at me!”

“I am looking at the stars, Jonghyunnie.”

And oh my god, because Jinki would. “Shut up!” They’re laughing as they say it, and Jinki’s laughing too, breathy little chuckles as he leans down to kiss the top of Jonghyun’s head.

“You’re cute, Jonghyunnie.”

Jonghyun knows, but they let Jinki tell them that in between quick kisses and soft touches as they pout and whine for more praise.

Not much stargazing is done that night, but that’s okay - it’s the perfect first date in Jonghyun’s opinion.

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The Adventures of Sindad - 1

Summary: Sinbad is lucky to be alive after his whole “Taking over the world” phase. But with the fact that he had completely fallen off the deep end, the generals decide it’s time that Sinbad is reined in from is obsession. There are, perhaps, seven people that will be up for the job. Seven tiny people.

Basically a Sinbad post-Magi redemption story of him trying to raise seven children.

Chapters: Prologue | Night 1

Also on AO3 and ff.net

For the first time in a long time, Sinbad was actually enjoying himself.

Alibaba and Morgiana’s wedding had been cute with a lovely venue (After all, he’d paid for it himself, what with Alibaba’s puppy eyes when saying Sinbad was like a father to him. And Sinbad was no damn cheapskate.), and the celebration in the streets of Balbadd for their former prince was uproarious. Food and high class drink to go around to every citizen that attended the reception, gifts large to small piled near the newlyweds’ table while dancing, music, and torchlight strung above them lit the early evening sky.

Sinbad sat in a comfortable chair off to the side by a shop closed for the night, observing. Alibaba and Morgiana were dancing as dorkily as usual. Sharrkan was stammering out an invitation to Yamuraiha to join in. Aladdin was making bubbles erupt from his staff for a laughing group of children to catch.

Leaning back with a sigh, he relaxed his arms onto the armrests. Sinbad didn’t know the lovely lady giving him a back rub or the one sitting dangerously close to his left hand, but he didn’t see a reason to protest.

His friends had been acting more distant and cold than ever before since the incident. They were relieved that he was safe--at first. When that had worn off, the tears from Pisti, frustration of Yamuraiha, dissproving glare of Masrur, disappointment from Sharrkan and Spartos, confusion and self-blame from Drakon and Hinahoho, and worst of all, the eyes filled with the hurt from Ja’far had taken their toll. The people he loved most in the world had been betrayed by him, and he was at a loss at what he could do to reclaim their precious trust.

However they seemed to be trying to rekindle their friendship a centimeter at a time--he was grateful for that, at least. But he was in desperate need of some (gallons of) wine and women to take his mind off things, and no better place than a wedding to drown your overwhelming loneliness in frivolous coping mechanisms that never last.

Unfortunately, Ja’far walked up to his side, making the women uncomfortable with his (rather judgemental) stare. When they walked away, promising many returns in his ear, Sinbad groaned at his friend. “Was that necessary?”

For once, Ja’far didn’t spit back a retort--in fact, he seemed rather distracted, biting his cheek and gazing into the distance. All he said was, “Remember that time you were freed from slavery and claimed responsibility for the children that were freed through your rebellion?”

Sinbad blinked several times. “Kind of morbid to bring up at a celebration, don’t you think, killjoy?”

“Sin.”

“As if I could forget.” Sinbad watched Aladdin lean down to accept a flower crown that Kougyoku had made him. “Why?”

“Just wanted to remind you. You know. About taking responsibility for things.”

Clenching his teeth, Sinbad grated, “I’m doing all I can to make things right after what I did, Ja’far, and what I tried to change ended up needing a change! Even if it wasn’t the way I started out doing so... everyone seemed to approve of Alibaba’s solution. What else would you have me do?”

“I don’t mean about that,” Ja’far corrected quickly. “I know you’re doing what you can. I mean responsibility for… other things. You’ll take responsibility for what’s yours, right?”

Sinbad gave him a suspicious look. “What are you talking about, Ja’far? You’re sounding terrifyingly ominous, there.”

A hesitation. “Nothing in particular,” Ja’far said, and began to walk away. “Just thinking. That’s all.”

Sinbad frowned after his friend, mulling over what he could’ve meant. Ja’far seemed nervous…

He was pulled from his train of thought by a tugging on the bottom of his robe. Snapping out of his reverie, he turned his eyes town to his feet. To his surprise, a tiny girl in a white dress stood there, lilac colored hair floating about her shoulders and topped with what looked like one of Kougyoku’s flower crowns. Big, shining golden eyes stared up at him. She could not have been any older than three.

Smiling in spite of himself, Sinbad leaned down in his seat and said. “Hello there, miss. Do you need something? Have you lost your parents?”

Her gaze was curious. “Are you Sindad?”

He paused, and then let out a bark of laughter. “Sinbad,” he corrected. “Yes, that’s me.”

At this information, her whole face lit up, and she lifted her hands.

Sinbad recognized the gesture--she wanted to be picked up. He glanced around, hoping to find a mother or father searching for her--surely they’d feel uncomfortable with a stranger holding their daughter? But no one seemed to be looking, so he stood, bent down, and lifted her to his side.

“Shall we find your parents?” he suggested, taking a step forward. “What do your parents look like, miss?”

But she only grasped his shirt and smiled at him. “Sindad.”

He didn’t have the heart to correct her again, so just let it go. “Alright, it’s okay--we’ll find them.”

“Samia? Sami, where did you--Oh!”

Another child, this one with paler skin, sporting a flower crown atop her black hair stopped up short at the sight of Sinbad holding the toddler. She stared at him, agape.

Sinbad, who was plenty used to awe-filled looks, smiled at her and said, “Is this your sister? She must’ve gotten lost; we were about to go look for her parents.”

The young girl seemed speechless, but swallowed and nodded quickly. Before Sinbad could put the child--Samia, was it?--down, another kid ran up to the black-haired girl. His skin clearly showed a Heliohapt ethnicity, but his bright, purple hair threw off the image. The boy was panting, white robe slipping off his shoulder as he bent down with his hands on his knees. “I-I can’t find her over there--I swear, we only took our eyes off her for a second!”

When the boy saw Sinbad, however, he let out a strangled gasp, taking a step back. “Y-you’re Sinbad!”

“Pleasure to meet you,” Sinbad mused. “Were you looking for this one, too?”

The boy didn’t answer, but Sinbad was almost afraid of the devious grin the boy grew once Sinbad’s identity was confirmed. Instead, he shouted over his shoulder, “Zara! We found him!”

Him?

The bewilderment only increased as a moment later, a tall, slightly older child walked out from the crowd, head held high. She was followed by two more boys and another girl. And… it was like looking at the spitting image of himself in younger, female form.

Feeling rather disturbed, Sinbad took a step back. The children were viewing him with excited faces... except for that older girl, who was practically snarling at him.

“Uh…” Sinbad said awkwardly, scratching the back of his neck with a free hand. “Can I help you kids?”

From behind him, he heard a familiar murmur of, “Shit!” and Ja’far’s hurried footsteps coming to the rescue.

Before Ja’far could ask what was going on, however, the oldest girl--perhaps about twelve?--spoke up in a harsh tone, “Your karma has arrived, jackass!”

“Zara!” a boy, ruffled hair so black it almost had a green tinge, whispered through gritted teeth up to the girl, “You shouldn’t say that word in front of the kids!”

She grimaced. “Okay, okay.”

Sinbad was gaping at them. “Um… excuse me? Have we met?”

Ja’far interjected, looking at the oldest girl sternly, “I remember explicitly telling you that I would introduce you tomorrow. This isn’t the time or place!”

“You said he wasn’t embarrassed of us,” she snapped back. “He should prove it! I’ve been waiting to give ‘im a piece of my mind for twelve years!”

Now that she mentioned it, there were those in the crowd of merrymakers that were turning to view the disruption. With one look from Ja’far, they turned away quickly.

Pinching the bridge of his nose, Sinbad moaned, “Ja’far, explanation any day now.”

“W-wait,” the brown-haired girl to the oldest’s right said. “He d-didn’t know w-we were coming, Mis-mister Ja’far?”

Everyone was looking at Ja’far now, who was just looking panicked. “I-he… um… well…” A sigh and a wince. He put a hand over his eyes. “Sinbad didn’t actually… know you existed.”

There was a collective intake of breath from the kids, and Sinbad was only more lost. “And who are they?”

“Okay, just promise me you won’t… freak out,” Ja’far said carefully, raising his hands as if to fend off a snarling wolf. “They’re… yours.”

“My what?”

“Your kids. Your children. Your offspring.”

Sinbad stared. His expression didn’t change. “This is the weirdest joke you guys have ever pulled. The other seven generals are in on this too, right?”

“I’m serious!” Ja’far hissed.

He let out a laugh, feeling his heart speed up. He hiked Samia higher up on his hip--he’d forgotten that he had meant to put her down. “Oh, ha ha. Ja’far, I think I’d know if I had a child, much less seven. C’mon, whaddya take me for?”

Ja’far still wouldn’t meet his eyes. It was hard to make out his low voice in all the jubilation around them. “You wouldn’t know, because I didn’t tell you. I… found letters from their mothers over the years and kept tabs on the women from your… escapades. And, um, I sent them money from that orphan fund I helped you make… and wrote back to them in your place…?”

His speeding heart stopped. “You’re joking. You have to be joking.”

“He’s not!” the one called Zara proclaimed, pointing to herself. “Mister Ja’far had us all take magical genetics testing to make sure!”

“What?!” Sinbad repeated, spinning to glower at Ja’far. He felt all the blood drain from his face. “What?! I insist on seeing all of the official reports.”

“Hey, you’re welcome!” Ja’far shouted back, getting defensive. “You’re welcome for saving your reputation and saving you from getting stabbed in the back by angry, unsuspecting mothers! Honestly, with your drinking and womanizing habits, I don’t know why you didn’t expect something like this to happen!” And he seemed to have anticipated Sinbad’s request, so he pulled some folded documents from his robes. “Look--Yamuraiha’s official seal. She did the tests.”

He snatched the forms and quickly skimmed them. A page with his own profile and genetic code details were one page; the rest held images of the children, their medical information, and the horrifying words stamped in red: MATCH--PATERNAL. “How do I know she didn’t do this as a joke?” Sinbad tried weakly, but he already knew the answer.

“You think she’d risk the reputation of Magnostadt to play an elaborate prank?” Ja’far scoffed. “These forms aren’t classified; you can release them to the public eventually, and she’ll stand by the results.”

Frowning, Sinbad demanded, “Wait, how did you get my genetics to test this?”

Ja’far shrugged. “Got some of your hair when you fell asleep at your desk.”

“I should charge you for assault.”

“Stop being such a drama queen.”

Sinbad scowled. Hand shaking slightly, he hid the packet within his pocket. “Who else knows about this?!”

“Just their mothers, the former generals, well, I just told them a few weeks ago, and me! But the mothers… thought you knew.”

Sinbad took a few, staggering steps back and lowered himself into his chair. Samia was frowning at his numb expression, but seemed quite contented to sit in his lap. “Ja’far, what the hell have you done?” Sinbad choked.

“How can you be saying that to me? These are your children! All from different mothers!”

“You make it sound like I forced those mothers to… Have relations with me! Which, by the way, I have never done, thanks!”

The children seemed more shy now, shifting in their white, formal clothes (other than Zara, proud and pissed as she’d been the whole time), and were apprehensively standing in a clustered line. The fact that they were his wasn’t quite connecting in Sinbad’s mind.

In his foggy stage of denial, he said dizzily to Ja’far, “Why… why are they all here now?”

Ja’far shifted uncomfortably. “Well, I told them to wait until tomorrow, and if they did, they could come to the celebration. However, they used the Sinbad patented technique: saying ‘Okay Ja’far, you’re right’, and then doing whatever the hell you were going to do anyway.”

He offered a quick glare for the comment before saying more sternly, “No, I mean why are they all here? In one place? Now instead of before? Why did you not tell me before?!”

“I gathered them here because I thought it time that you meet them,” Ja’far murmured. “I offered them a full ride scholarship to the Rurumu Academy in Parthevia that you founded--the most advanced education in the world--housing, child care, food, and time to know their father. Their guardians jumped at the chance. I didn’t tell you because… It would have been a distraction from your goals…”

Ja’far was looking down now, pressing his lips together in a face of heavy guilt.

Sinbad, rendered speechless, dropped his face into his hands. “I… what? Not even a freaking warning, Ja’far… Is this what you were talking about with your ‘taking responsibility’ ramble?”

“I was going to talk to you about it first,” Ja’far mumbled, but said no more.

Sinbad could only sit in silence for a few moments, calming his breathing. Then, he sat up straight--after all, keeping his composure in insane situation was a skill he had acquired over his years as a businessman. This situation was, however, much more insane than the usual “stopping a war with one blow” or “becoming a god.” Still, it was a simple matter of “shove your emotions in a bottle, shove the bottle in a closet, and empty the bottle later before refilling it with alcohol,” and then “slap on a smile and act like you’re totally in control of this situation.”

“So,” he said, clearing his throat, and offering a strained smile. “I’m sure you’re all just as confused and lost as I am. Um… Let’s start with… Introductions, I suppose? Your names, where you’re from, and your age? Oldest to youngest?”

Ja’far seemed to relax slightly, and the oldest strutted forward. Sinbad was again disoriented at how impossibly similar she looked to himself. Her violet hair reached the small of her back. “I’m Zara, I’m from Balbadd, and I’m twelve!” She pointed an accusing finger at him. “What’s your problem, anyway? Who said you could just go around getting a bunch of women pregnant? Can’t you just choose one damn woman?”

Sinbad gawked at her. “Uh… Sorry?”

The black-haired boy elbowed her in the side when she swore and stepped closer. There was a red headband holding his long, wild hair back from his forehead and out of his golden eyes. “Don’t mind Zara, Father. She’s a little tired. I’m Leo, and I’m eight. I’m from Reim.”

Before he could say more, the Heliohapt boy bounded forward with a grin. “I’m eight too! I’m Seti, from Heliohapt. Did you really conquer seven dungeons? Can I see the metal vessels?”

This reaction, Sinbad was more used to, which was almost calming. “I sure did! Uh, sorry, the metal vessels are gone...”

“Are you really fawning over the guy that fathered children from seven different mothers?” Zara scoffed, crossing her arms.

Seti glared at her with sharp, amber eyes. “What do I care about that? I found out that my dad is the almighty Sinbad, and I get to live with him! You’re just being a butt.”

“I am not a butt-”

“Whoa, whoa, whoa, live with me?” Sinbad tried to cut in.

But the next girl seemed anxious, and walked up next before his question was answered. Her brown, reddish hair was at her side in a braid, and a black hat much like Yamuraiha’s was perched atop her head. Her face paint indicated her Torran heritage. Like all of these children, she seemed to have his eyes… and Sinbad was taken aback by how much she resembled his own mother.

“I am Kendria,” she said, twisting her hands around her smooth, wooden staff. From her stumbling and accent, he could tell she was having trouble speaking their language. “I am f-from the Torran village, and I was just t-training a little in Magnostadt.” Kendria tugged on her braid. “A-and I am… seven.”

The next girl nearly burst when it was her turn. “I’m Rei, from the Kou Empire!” She gave a low bow, black pigtails brushing the ground. “I’m six and I’m happy to meet you, Father!”

“Happy to meet you too,” he managed, trying not to flinch at the unfamiliar word ‘father’.

The youngest boy came up closer than the rest of them, grabbing at the bottom of his robes with wide eyes. Sinbad noted to himself that the boy’s hair was as dark as Badr’s...“My name is Kaito. I’m…” He removed a hand to count on his chubby fingers. “I’m four!” He showed four fingers proudly. “And I am from… across the sea! It’s very big.”

At this, Sinbad couldn’t help but smile. “It sure is, isn’t it? Did you travel on a boat to get here?”

The boy nodded, beaming.

Sinbad shot a questioning look to Ja’far, who cleared his throat. “Oh. Um, yes, I offered to transport him on the next airship, but Kaito wanted to go on a boat, so he went with some trusted merchants instead. He’s from Sindria.”

His glare only deepened. “I had a son in my own country, and you didn’t tell me?”

“...yes?”

Dragging a hand through his hair and breathing out, Sinbad last looked down to the girl in his lap who had been quietly playing with the bow on her dress. She met his eyes, and he said, “Your name is Samia, right?”

“Yes,” she answered cheerfully, scooting to his knee so that she could swing her feet out.

When she said no more, Ja’far filled in, “She’s three. From Parthavia.”

“Great!” Sinbad tried, threading his fingers together. “Well, um, I assume you all start the school tomorrow? I know you’ll have a wonderful experience there.”

“I-I’m excited to study in a different country,” Leo offered politely. Sinbad appreciated his attempt to keep the conversation not so hopelessly awkward. “I can’t really read much.”

“That’s alright,” Sinbad assured him. “There are lots of kids your age that are learning too.”

“Are there sword fighting classes?” Seti bounced up and down. “What style do they teach? I think my country’s style is awesome, but I can’t learn it since I’m not royalty. Parthavian should be cool too, though!”

“No swordplay classes at the academy,” answered Sinbad. “But I know someone who could teach you, if you want.”

“Do we really get to live with you?” Rei asked next, gripping her Kou styled robes enthusiastically.

“I-I…” He looked to Ja’far. “Don’t tell me you’ve decided who lives in my own house, Ja’far.”

“Their rooms are already set up with belongings delivered.”

“Ja’far!”

“It’s not like you don’t have plenty of space! They’re your kids.” Eyes practically glowing, Ja’far growled in that assassin voice that still made Sinbad shiver, “You take responsibility for your actions, right?”

“W-well of course I do, but honestly, one day I find out that I have seven children and then they move in with me the same night?!”

Ja’far shrugged. From the smirk he was obviously trying to hide, Sinbad got the annoyed notion that, after getting over the initial guilt and irritation, Ja’far was enjoying this. “You created your own country, Sin, and watched over its people. You helped raise Sharrkan, Yamuraiha, Masrur, Hinahoho’s children, those former slaves, and myself. I don’t think seven kids will be the death of you. You were depressed that you can’t see a further destiny--here’s a new one. You’re welcome.”

Sinbad narrowed his eyes at his friend. “You’re getting back at me for something.”

“Oh, for many things. This specific one is for, hmm, never listening to me, which led to almost destroying the world and having seven illegitimate children.” Ja’far gave a wave as he hurried off. “I’ll explain the situation to Aladdin and get him to set up transportation magic for you all in an hour. They have a bedtime and it’s a school night, after all. Have fun!”

And looking around at his sudden seven children that were staring up at him expectantly, Sinbad had never felt more screwed in his life.

#magi #magi labyrinth of magic #sinbad #sinbad no bouken #aos #my writing #my fanfiction #magi fanfiction #here we go!

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hi yujacha!! this is probably a weird question to ask lol but im going to see the happy party train tour live viewing on the 14th and my friend was supposed to come with but they dropped out last second so looks like i'll be going alone TT but do you have any advice for someone whos never gone to a concert or live screening alone?? aaa during the first live i went w my sister but im a total socially anxious mess and i get really nervous if a stranger sits next to me so its my first time alone TT

Hi there! I have no idea why everyone’s been telling me that their questions are weird lol - your question is great, in fact! Technically, I went to the delayed viewing of 1st Live in San Diego alone as well, since I was meeting ONIBE members for the first time ever back then and wasn’t sure if I would be able to get along with them. Fortunately, I discovered that the LL community is pretty friendly and ended up having a blast!

This is gonna get really long, so let me put a summary at the top.

tl;dr: There are lots of online resources to help you learn about viewings, from Team ONIBE’s guides to the meetup channels for the Love Live subreddit. It’s also no problem to go alone to a DV, as you have the potential to make plenty of new friends and get pumped up about the performance alongside LLers who share the same passion for Aqours.

For first-timer viewing advice, check out Team ONIBE’s concert guide! It contains a general checklist of what to bring (water, batteries, towel, etc.), instructions on how to use a kingblade, and some general etiquette about concerts.

I would also highly recommend looking over Team ONIBE’s 2nd Live callbook - the callbook’s been recently updated with details from the Saitama Day 2 setlist, as that’s the performance that’ll be screened at the delayed viewings on the 14th! It’s not mandatory to learn the calls, but in my opinion, it’s a lot more fun when you can join in on the hype along with the multitudes of fans who will be chanting and waving their lightsticks along with the performance. Don’t worry about having to memorize the calls exactly - once you’re at the viewing, it’s pretty simple to follow along with the crowd.

I believe there are some kind fans out there who are sort of taking charge as the community leaders for each DV, and have printed out large batches of these callbooks to pass out to LLers. If you want to make sure you have your own copy (IIRC they were in very high demand during the San Diego DV for 1st Live and the AWM live at AX2017), feel free to print one out on your own!

If you’re interested in making some new friends so that you won’t be completely surrounded by strangers, you can always check out the /r/LoveLive subreddit and Discord server! The server has created specific channels for each viewing so that people can plan meetups, while the subreddit has some threads scattered around it with various people asking for tips about LVs and such.

If you’re not interested in that (which would be understandable, as the /r/LL Discord server tends be be a bit…chaotic), let me offer you some personal advice. I unfortunately can’t say anything on the social anxiety side because I’m pretty good with talking to strangers (I kind of have to be after overcoming stage fright for debate club + needing to cold call people for work), but I can tell you that my experience with live events tends to be that most of the LLers I’ve met (including myself) are in fact socially awkward, haha. Just remember that a lot of people are just like you and meeting other LLers for the first time, so don’t worry too much.

Here’s my general tip on making friends: gather up your courage, approach someone, and find some kind of connection. Once you do that, you’re set.

For example, in my very first class on my very first day of high school, I approached a girl who was by herself (so that I wouldn’t awkwardly be third-wheeling an established friend group). I said, “Hey, I heard that this computer class we’re in requires a lab partner. You look like an okay person. Wanna team up?” She ended up becoming my first friend in high school, and we had tons of fun for the next four years.

I did the same thing in college - as an icebreaker, I asked someone if I could see their driver’s license (since a lot of people you meet in college hail from different locations) and compare it to my own. I then found out that she and I had the same exact birthday, and I told her, “Hey, we’re twins! Wanna eat lunch together later?” And to this day, she’s a dear friend who still refers to me as “Twin”.

I know that I’m making it sound really simple and easy, but it honestly can be if you put yourself in this mindset. Luckily for you, you already have a connection to people at the DV - you’re all LL fans!

Find someone who’s wearing merch of your favorite girl (and on that note, it’s a good idea to bring any nesos or other LL merch with you to DVs; they’re a great conversation starter) and gush about her with them. Or, approach a cosplayer and compliment them! They’re generally pretty happy folks. You can also try to approach a fellow newbie on their own, and see if you two can team up. I promise you, DVs are 10x more fun when you have someone to be excited with during the screening.

The point of a DV and all these community meetup channels is for people to have fun with others who share their love for Aqours. Instead of seeing everyone as strangers, just think of them as potential friends you have yet to get to know better! Other tips:

Ask people where they’re from - some people at DVs are locals, while others fly in from far-off locations!

Talk about the upcoming screening. What are you looking forward to the most? Do you have a favorite song? Is there a costume you’re excited to see? Who’s your favorite seiyuu?

Approach someone who looks experienced. They’ll likely be more than happy to help you out and introduce you to the finer points of attending a DV! :D

Another conversation starter - SIF. I saw a few people playing the game while waiting for the viewing to start, and had a friendly chat with one of them about how difficult it was to play with cut-ins.

Don’t fret that you absolutely have to make a new friend for the DV. The atmosphere of the live is infectious, and everyone just ends up being a huge incoherent mess of screaming and cheering anyway, haha.

Feel free to send me another ask or PM me if you have more questions! ( ・∀・ )ゞ

And as a final note - I’ll actually be going to not one, but two DVs this time around (RIP my bank account)! I’ll be at San Diego early on before driving up to Los Angeles. I’ll make a separate blog post with details sometime close to the 14th so that anyone who’s interested can say hi to me.

If you happen to be attending either of those screenings, I’ll be more than happy to make you feel welcome! Just be warned that I’ll be next to some ONIBE members, and we’ll all be screaming our heads off because we’re huge seiyuu fans, haha.

#love live! sunshine!!#love live sunshine #aqours #aqours 2nd live #happy party train tour #hpt tour dv #anonymous #yujachask #queuetie panther #wew look at me shilling team onibe :3c

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Magnitizdat: Soviet Aligned Pop and New Wave

Mix seven of seven. The previous mixes can be found here. The YouTube playlist for this mix can be found here. Below this paragraph is the tracklisting for this mix; below that are my notes on it. It’s been a gas.

Bravo, “Koshki”

Klaus Mitffoch, “Jezu jak się cieszę”

Spenót, “Szamba”

Tango, “Na šikmé ploše”

Forum, “Davayte sozvonimsya”

Urszula, “Wielki odlot”

Pankow, “Rock ‘n’ Roll im Stadtpark”

Florian din Transilvania, “Mă simt minunat”

Trick, “Elektronnoto kuche”

Dzeltenie Pastnieki, “Sliekutēva vaļasprieks”

Marika Gombitová, “Prekážky dní”

Grazhdanskaya Oborona, “Zoopark”

Gigi, “Divat a fontos”

Maanam, “Lucciola”

Silly, “Die Gräfin”

Kino, “Posledniy geroy”

Sfinx, “An după an”

Első Emelet, “Amerika”

Aya RL, “Skóra”

OK Band, “Žižkovská zeď”

Nastya, “Tatsu”

Magnitizdat: soviet aligned pop and new wave

In a just world, just about every nation represented here would get its own mix: Poland, Hungary, Czechia, and Russia, to name just the largest pop scenes, were (and are) too capacious to be summed up in the paltry handful of songs I’ve allotted them. But I’m already teetering on the furthest outside edge of my understanding. My grasp of Europe is comparable to Saul Steinberg’s legendary view from 9th Avenue: the further East of the Pyrenees I get the more featureless and notional everything is.

To make things more complicated, although the seven nations (at the time; now 13½) represented in this mix were formally Soviet-aligned in terms of foreign policy and general economic structure, they all pursued different approaches to cultural policy, and those policies changed radically over the decades, and even from year to year. At the beginning of the 1980s, the Soviet Union was perhaps the most officially censorious in terms of rejecting Western influence, whereas places like Poland, Hungary, East Germany, and Czechoslovakia were relatively open to current trends in Western European culture, especially following the Prague Spring of 1968. Then too, one of the necessary preconditions for good pop is money (which doesn’t necessarily mean pure capitalism: state-funded arts education and broadcast media, e.g., made British pop the envy of the world), and many of the Eastern Bloc nations, whether or not they were eager to support international-style pop, were among the poorest in Europe.

Still, life finds a way. Electronic music in particular was taken up enthusiastically by many Warsaw Pact composers in the 1970s, both as a technical challenge and as a path forward into a Communist musical future that owed nothing to the dead traditions of the West. Young musicians in Warsaw, Riga, and Leningrad got hold of contraband records or reel-to-reel tapes (called magnitizdat in Russian, in parallel with printed samizdat, according to Wikipedia) of new and innovative forms of rock and pop, imitated them, and added their own perspectives. And Eastern European nations held their own national and international versions of Eurovision, and broadcast local singers in a variety of traditions, both as light entertainment and as a way to reinforce cultural nationalism.

So although Eastern Bloc pop in the 1980s was often cheaper and perhaps chintzier (or at least dedicated to different notions of cool) than its Western counterparts, there was still plenty of it; but it was also unevenly distributed. My division below is less about population size or global importance (either today or historically) than about what would fit into a single mix. There are six Soviet songs (five Russian, one Latvian), four Polish, three Hungarian, two East German, two Czech, one Slovak, two Romanian, and one Bulgarian. Linguistically, it’s my most diverse mix by far, with six Slavic languages, one Germanic, one Uralic, and one Romance language represented (the runner-up, Melodier, had five Germanic languages and one Uralic). Google Translate is my everything.

All of them are great songs, and most of them are great records as well (we’ll get to the exception), although I doubt anyone actually living in Eastern Europe, either at the time or presently, would group together these precise performers in this way: some were defiantly underground, some boringly mainstream, and most somewhere in the middle.

Most of these mixes have taken 1981 and 1987 as the boundary years: while this one ends with a longish 1987 track as per tradition, the rest of the songs are mostly clustered between 1983 and 1985. Due to protectionist policies (both Eastern and Western), inefficiencies of resource allocation, and the slow-to-arrive effects of glasnost, the new wave (if that’s even a useful term to describe a shift towards 1980s-era modernity in the diverse Communist scenes) rolled over Eastern Europe several years after it had blanketed the West. My early investigations all centered on 1984, and further research still marks that as a pivotal year.

Anyway, here’s what I’ve fallen in love with. I hope you dig it too.

1. Bravo Koshki no label | Moscow, 1985

WIth all apologies to Long Island’s Stray Cats, Southern California’s Blasters, England’s Shakin’ Stevens, West Germany’s Ace Cats, and Barcelona’s Loquillo, the greatest rockabilly revival act of the 1980s was the Russian Браво (Bravo). Formed in 1983 by guitarist Evgeny Havtan, with singer Zhanna Aguzarova signing on later that year, they played 1950s rock and roll with a side order of 1960s ska, with lyrics simple and catchy enough to be universal but subversive enough to get them into trouble. “Кошки” (Cats) could be a children’s song: “Cats don’t look like people, cats are cats,” is the opening lyric. But when Aguzarova adds that cats don’t talk nonsense or care about bits of paper, that’s questionable, and when she launches into some of the most thrilling scatting ever heard in rock & roll it’s downright revolutionary. After the band had self-released their first recordings on magnetic tape, she was arrested for using forged identity papers in 1984, and didn’t release a proper record until 1987. She left the band in 1989 for a solo career, and is beloved throughout Russia as a sort of Lady Gaga avant la lettre, while Bravo under Havtan and a succession of singers has continued to plow their rockabilly furrow to slightly diminished success.

2. Klaus Mitffoch Jezu jak się cieszę Tonpress | Wrocław, 1983

One of the most important Polish new wave bands, Klaus Mitffoch combined punk energy, two-tone nimbleness, and post-punk solemnity in a compulsively listenable and sometimes danceable mix. Their first single, Jezu jak się cieszę (Jesus, I’m Happy; the name is an interjection rather than an address) is a mordant portrait of callow youth that doesn’t think past the next payday, fight, or fuck, and of the system that keeps them that way: the shouty chorus translates as “Get up and be busy and own things/I can’t really do it/I don’t really want to.” A Polish “I prefer not to,” it’s a critique of the capitalist contract which worked just as well as a critique of Communist expectations: the lack of real difference between the oppressiveness of East and West will be an ongoing theme.

3. Spenót Szamba Start | Budapest, 1983

Although I’ve been attaching the tag “new wave” to these mixes, one of the signature sounds of the US new wave has been entirely unrepresented: the beachy kitsch of the B-52’s. Until now. Spenót (Spinach) was a Budapest arts collective founded in the early 80s which only released one single on the rock imprint of the Hungarian state label: “Szamba” (Samba) b/w “Hová tűntek a szőke nőket” (Where Did the Blondes Go). Casio, bass, guitar, and disaffected vocals from Kriszta Berzsenyi (now a costumer in the Hungarian film industry) make for a minimal-funk tribute to proletarian hero Popeye, as the refrain “Everything’s perfectly fine, I’ve got spinach flowing in my veins” makes clear. A late entrance from a mariachi trumpet only adds to the delightful kitsch effect, and makes me grin ear to ear every time I listen.

4. Tango Na šikmé ploše Supraphon | Prague, 1984

Although the island-borrowed rhythms and frontman Miroslav Imrich’s vocal qualities in this early song are rather heavily reminiscent of the Police, in terms of cultural positioning Tango were rather closer to Madness: a ska-pop band that could be goofy or heartfelt depending on the song, and burrowed deep into Czech working-class cultural identity, in part thanks to their inventive and prolific videos. Their first single, “Na šikmé ploše” (On the Slope) is a heartfelt and rather poetic love song on skis. Even after Tango’s dissolution, Imrich has been a consistently popular singer and songwriter in the years since, his work, both solo and in collaboration, ranging from ballads to techno.

5. Forum Davayte sozvonimsya no label | Moscow, 1984

A Russian synthpop band who owed nothing to such English decadents as Human League or Depeche Mode, Форум was fronted by singer Viktor Saltykov, who had previously sung with rock band Manufactura, and anchored by synth wizard Alexander Morozov. The video for Давайте созвонимся (Let’s Call Each Other), from an early television appearance, has become a minor internet classic of kitschy Soviet aesthetics, but a google of the lyrics reveals as thoughtful and sensitive a song about love under modern technological conditions as anything Gary Numan or Scritti Politti ever recorded. Forum’s debut album wouldn’t see official release until 1987, by which time a lot of Russian pop had caught up to them.

6. Urszula Wielki odlot Polton | Lublin, 1984

Perhaps Poland’s most prominent female rock star for the last forty years, Urszula Kasprzak has recorded in a variety of styles, from hard rock to dance-pop; but her 1984 album Malinowy król (Raspberry King), recorded with members of prog band Budka Suflera, is a minor masterpiece of cool, reflective synthpop. “Wielki odlot” (The Great Departure) was the leadoff track and the album’s lowest-charting single, but I love its stately swell and the apocalyptic lyrics (or maybe it’s just about emigration, which is another form of apocalypse). I’m looking forward into digging around into the rest of Urszula’s discography.

7. Pankow Rock ’n’ Roll im Stadtpark AMIGA | Berlin, 1983

East Germany probably had the most thoroughly Westernized and extensive pop scene in the whole Eastern Bloc — only natural, given its proximity and exposure to West German media. But child star Nina Hagen had to leave East Berlin to help found the Neue Deutsche Welle: East Germany preferred shaggy 70s rock even as icy synths overran the NATO countries. Pankow, formed in the eponymous suburb of East Berlin, was a case in point: definitely a new wave band, they still clearly adored old-fashioned boogie rock. “Rock ’n’ Roll im Stadtpark” (Rock ’n’ Roll in the City Park) is an anthem of Communist rock (even the shouted refrains are collectivized): dancing to rock & roll in the park is better than bourgeois disco or high-priced cinema, because it’s free. Of the people, by the people, for the people, oh yeah.

8. Florian din Transilvania Mă simt minunat Electrecord | Bucharest, 1986

The hermetic and impoverished Romanian scene, tightly controlled by Nicolae Ceaușescu’s Maoist-modeled authoritarian government, was the slowest of the European Communist nations to catch up to the present of the 1980s: officially supported music tended to be folkloric, balladic, and at its most up-to-date, hippie-era hard rock. Mircea Florian was one of the grand exceptions: beginning as a mid-60s folk-rocker in the mold of Dylan and Cohen, and maintaining a parallel interest in electronics and modern composers like Stockhausen and Nono, he moved through many progressive, electric, and Eastern-influenced musical phases over the next twenty years, often butting heads with the regime. His last great record, 1986’s Tainicul vîrtej (The Secret Swirl), released just before his defection to West Germany, was a summation of his folk- and art-rock past and his new-wave present. This opening track “I Feel Great,” is a statement of gleeful modernism, the lyrics an expression of bucolic alienation while the synthesizers and drum machines wander off on prog-rock solos before being recalled to robot rhythms.

9. Trick Elektronnoto kuche Balkanton | Sofia, 1985

If the Romanian rock scene was impoverished, its Bulgarian counterpart was even more so. Trick was a vocal group — two women, one man — put together out of music school in frank imitation of Western acts like ABBA, Boney M, or even (if the record sleeves are any indication) Tony Orlando and Dawn. But this cut from their first LP, “Electronic Dog,” was produced by the young, ambitious Kristian Boyadzhiev to a hypermodern sheen: if the girls are still essentially singing disco harmonies, at least the music has heard of ZTT. After release, the song was suppressed by Bulgarian state media on the grounds that the goofy lyrics and synthesized dog barks were making a mockery of Bulgarian electronics. But today, it sounds like it might predict Eastern European trance.

10. Dzeltenie Pastnieki Sliekutēva vaļasprieks no label | Riga, 1984

The underground new-wave scene in Latvia was apparently the most active and prolific in the Soviet Union outside Mother Russia: the Baltic seaport of Riga, as one of the USSR’s few access points to global culture, saw bands like Pērkons, NSRD, and Dzeltenie Pastnieki making waves even as their magnetic-tape recordings were suppressed by the Soviet authorities and not released for decades. I chose this song by Dzeltenie Pastnieki (Yellow Postmen) not because it’s exceptionally better than the rest of their material, which is all pretty great, but because its combination of electronic loops and sensitive guitar sounded surprisingly to me like the Postal Service. The pitch-shifted vocals, sure, sound more like “The Laughing Gnome,” but that’s no deal-breaker.

11. Marika Gombitová Prekážky dní Opus | Bratislava, 1984

Probably the biggest Slovak pop star of the era, Marika Gombitová had been well-known in the eastern half of Czechoslovakia since 1977, when she sang leads for the popular rock band Modus. This synthpop gem (Daily Obstacles) from her fifth album, the unselfconsciously-titled No. 5 (it was her first stab at singing to synthesizers), uses sporting metaphors to talk about desires that slip forever out of reach, the evocativeness of which imagery would not have been lost on a contemporary television-watching audience: Gombitová had been confined to a wheelchair, paralyzed from the shoulders down, following a car crash in 1981. Her marvelous voice, thin but strong, reminds me of Cyndi Lauper’s: and the gorgeous production, with its slippery bass and a haunting electronic solo in the middle eight, makes this maybe my favorite song in this mix.

12. Grazhdanskaya Oborona Zoopark no label | Omsk, 1985

Here’s that not-great record, meaning only that it’s extremely lo-fi, so much so that the tape hiss and room tone plays practically an aesthetic role, turning a simple rock ballad into a fuzz-pop gem that could sit side-by-side with contemporary work by the Beat Happening or Hüsker Dü. Гражданская Оборона (Civil Defense) was the psych-rock project of Siberian-born Yegor Letov; after their first magnetic tape, containing “зоопарк,” was recorded, band members were institutionalized, their subversive attitudes having been dutifully reported to the authorities by the guitarist's mother. That subversiveness isn’t hard to detect in this song, in which Letov dreams of finding other crazy people (like him) with whom he can plot an escape from the zoo of contemporary life.

13. Gigi Divat a fontos Start | Budapest, 1985

Nobody on the Internet seems to know anything about Gigi, not even whether the name is of a performer or a group. The writing credit on the Hungarian compilation LP where “Divat a fontos” (Fashion Matters) appeared is to “Gigi Együttes,” which latter word just means Ensemble. But a bunch of people on the Internet, some in Hungarian, some in English, and some in Polish, have warmly praised this song, an aerobic synthpop jam that combines the best of Kim Wilde and Olivia Newton-John. It’s apparently all that this Gigi (the thirty-first entity of that name on Discogs) ever recorded, but it’s enough.

14. Maanam Lucciola Polskie Nagrania Muza | Kraków, 1984

The post-punk band Maanam, on the other hand, are legends of Polish rock, with dozens of records and a rabid fanbase: one of the most successful and important Eastern European bands of the decade. Lead singer Kora (Olga Jackowska)’s vocal style owed little to Anglophone precedent, digging deep into Slavic and Polish modernism, even when, as here, the most frequent word in the song is the Italian woman’s name of the title. In “Lucciola,” Kora dispassionately portrays a man searching for the titular woman in the night wind, while the band’s brawny Gang of Four funk motorvates right along regardless.

15. Silly Die Gräfin AMIGA | Berlin, 1982

Probably the most interesting East German rock band of the 1980s, Silly was centered around the vocal performances of Tamara Danz, who could be kabarett-outrageous in one song and luminously synthpop-tender in the next. “Die Gräfin” (lit. The Countess, but also slang for any stuck-up woman) is a funk-rock vehicle for her gift for satirical vocal caricature, as she mocks the decayed German aristocracy from a victorious proletarian point of view. Not that Danz was a strict ideologue: in 1989, she joined other East German musicians in demanding greater freedom, in protests that helped lead to the collapse of the Communist consensus. She died in 1996 of breast cancer, far too young.

16. Kino Posledniy geroy AnTrop | Leningrad, 1984

The only Russian band represented on this mix whose music was officially released within the era under consideration, Кино (Cinema) were no less skeptical about the Soviet system than their peers, just luckier in that they hooked up with the independent Leningrad-based AnTrop label, which gave them cover for sarcastic, despairing songs like Последний герой (Last of the Heroes), in which the familiar 80s theme of nuclear annihilation gets another airing, and East and West turn out to be not so different after all.

17. Sfinx An după an Electrecord | Bucharest, 1984

When Mircea Florian was one of the leading lights of Romanian prog in the 1970s, one of his few competitors in the field was the band Sfinx (Sphinx), formed in the mid-60s to play Western-style pop/rock. In the following decade, they grew more ambitious, taking cues from Yes, King Crimson, and Genesis, the last of whom, in their 80s incarnation, is a reference point here. “An după an” means Year After Year, and even though it was only their second LP (they were constantly running afoul of the Romanian censors), it was occasion for a wistful look back over the last twenty years.

18. Első Emelet ‎Amerika Start | Budapest, 1983

Perhaps the most popular Hungarian rock band of the early 80s, Első Emelet (First Floor) was formed from the remnants of several less fortunate acts which imploded around 1982. With a bright, energetic sound, witty lyrics by songwriter Péter Geszti, and an irreverent comic sensibility to their visual presentation, they were just the kind of band that would have been a lock to appear on MTV if they weren’t from a Communist nation. In fact, they did anyway — one of the television screens in Dire Straits’ “Money for Nothing” is playing an Első Emelet video. Their first single, “Amerika” is a terrific satire of that consumerist paradise, rendered with all the plastic pomp the subject deserve.

19. Aya RL Skóra Tonpress | Warsaw, 1984

One of the greatest long-running European indie-rock bands, Aya RL (for Red Love) formed when Russian keyboardist Igor Czerniawski and Polish singer Paweł Kukiz met in Warsaw. “Skóra” (Skin), their biggest hit and most well-loved song (I dare you to get that wordless chorus out of your head), is somewhat unrepresentative of their more psychedelic and intellectual work — but it’s a great song, a portrait of love despite the turmoil and violence of the heavily politicized street culture of Warsaw in the 1980s.

20. OK Band Žižkovská zeď Supraphon | Prague, 1982

If you didn’t know anything about Eastern Bloc music in the 1980s and relied only on what the Western media of the time showed you, you might expect it all to sound like this: icy, measured, foreboding. In fact, “Žižkovská zeď” (The Zizkov Wall) is just about the slowest and coldest song in Czech synthpop act OK Band’s repertoire: most of it is much cheerier and romantic. But I really dig its coldwave vibes and the sound of Marcela Březinová’s voice singing about the awful feeling of seeing your name written in graffiti by an unknown hand.

21. Nastya Tatsu no label | Sverdlovsk, 1987

Thanks no doubt to my own global position — in the (allegedly) democratic West — I’ve been focused throughout this mix on how the music of Communist Europe responds to or relates to or recalls its Western counterparts. But with “Tatsu,” the gaze shifts not West, but East. Nastya, a band formed on the border of Europe and Asia, and named after its frontwoman, singer, composer and poet Anastasia Polova, was fascinated with Japanese folklore, history, and mythology. The Tatsu of the title is both a Japanese child left for dead in World War II (that’s where the bits in English come in), and a mythological dragon-god protecting islands in the Pacific. It’s an amazing song, the centerpiece of an amazing album, and the fact that it only circulated as a bootleg tape for a decade before being officially issued in the mid-90s is the strongest indictment of late-Soviet cultural policy I know. I say that as a Communist.

That’s it, that’s all the mixes. For now, anyway. Thanks for reading and listening and sharing and liking. I’ve got other projects to keep me busy; I’ll try to mention them here from time to time.

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DEATH CITY DAYS CHAPTER 90

as hell breaks loose in the slums, shinra and company face a powerful foe

later on, the practical exams for class 1-A take place

Adam: *carrying a grocery bag* "...Is something burning?"

Gogol: "It happens--someone microwaves popcorn too long--" *turns the corner, sees smoke everywhere* "...Big bag of popcorn..."

Adam: .____. "...This seems..."

*The face of someone with eyes missing appears*

Adam: "Gah!" *covers his face*

Gogol: "??? What's with you?"

Adam: "I-I...saw something?"

Gogol: "..."

-elsewhere-

sasori: .........

panda: im telling you, lets go home already, you agree with me, right sancho?

Sancho: *nods* "_We_ aren't fire people, Inka! _We_ can't do this!"

Inka: "……Fine...I survived one fire, I can survive this. Sasori, let's go..."

sasori:......!!!!!

*Someone tall, hulking, and wearing a bandanna over his eyes appears*

Charon: "Long time, no see...Inka."

panda: ??!!! um.....

Inka: *freezes, tenses...turns...* "...Oh no..."

sasori: *defensive stance* who the hell are you?

Charon: *bumps into Sancho* "Inka, you saw her, didn't you? Did she tell you that you are the new Pillar?"

Inka: "Wh-What the hell...How did you--"

sasori: ??? pillar? what are you on about?!

Sancho: "Hey! Watch where you're walking--" *reaches for Charon's arm* "That's really rude--"

Inka: "!!! Wait!" *sees a fire line--*

*SPLURT*

*--piercing through Sancho*

sasori: !!!!

Sancho: "..."

panda: !!!!!!!

Sancho: *blood pours from his mouth, his chest and arm not just torn but eviscerated...he collapses, blood draining from him*

Inka: *stares blankly*

panda: *too paralyzed by fear to move, hyperventilating*

sasori: (this is bad.....)

Inka: "...How?"

Charon: "Oh, that? You get used to it."

-SCORPION TAIL SLASH-

sasori: ....INKA! *grabs inka's wrist* LET'S GO! *runs with her*

Inka: *too stunned to do anything but follow*

Charon: "?!! Hey! Come back with the Pillar!"

???: OH NO YA DONT!

Charon: "??? Who--"

-KICK TO THE FACE-

shinra: owned.

Charon: "..." *just tilts his head* "..."

shinra: .w. eh?

Charon: "..." *pulls back his fist--and slams it into the side of Shinra's head*

shinra: !!!! *knocked back* um...what the hell?

Charon: "Ah, Shinra Kusakabe. Excellent. This shortens my work. You're coming with me to the Preacher."

shinra: um. yeeeah that isnt gonna happen, buddy.

*It sounds people are marching up behind Shinra*

shinra: *rolls eyes* oh great.

*There are Hoods lined up behind Shinra, marching*

Hoods: *chanting* "One, overwhelm! Two, assault! Three--" *howl*

shinra: what is this a parad-

Charon: *slams his elbow into Shinra's side*

shinra: OW!

Charon: "Now, come along quietly, then we'll pick up the other Pillar--"

shinra: fuck no, you guys are assholes!

Charon: "Perhaps--but we have God on our side." *marches towards Shinra...and something explosions behind him with each footstep*

shinra:.... *nervous smile* (uh oh)

Charon: *reaches for Shinra's head*

shinra: OxO *gulps*

Charon: *clutches him by the head, lifts him up--thne flings him forward through the slums*

shinra: *SCREEEEEAM*

-elsewhere in the slums-

tamaki: =~= *now without the habbit hat*

Takehisa: "They are awful creatures..."

nozomi: *setting up equipment* on the bright side, you didnt have any lewd incidents.

tamaki: *cold stare*

nozomi: oxo.... ^^;;;;

tamaki: *grumbles* lets just get this overwith- *trips and faceplants* OW!

iris: *helps her up* ^^;

tamaki: today sucks.

-elsewhere-

nea: what the hell is going on here?!

Burns: "Stay back, please. We are dealing with this fire..."

nea: my friend is in there! if you wont go after him, i will! *storms past him*

*The homeless shelter is burning down*

Bystander #1: "He's still in there! He pushed us out and held up the roof so we could escape!"

Bystander #2: "He's going to die!"

Burns: "?!!! Hey!"

nea: *runs in* SHOWTARO! SHOWTARO WHERE ARE YOU?!

Burns: *stops at the building, trying to pull her out--*

nea: *GUT PUNCH*

Burns: "UMPH!"

*The fire is roaring inside...There is debris...*

Burns: *lets go, knocked back*

nea: SHOWTARO YOU LITTLE SHIT YOU BETTER NOT BE DEAD!

*Is that debris...on fire? Not from outside...but inside?*

nea: ?!

*A moan...or bird caw...comes from under the debris...*

nea: showtaro?!

*An arm pops out...it has talons...and is on fire*

Shotaro: "Help..."

nea: !!! hold on! *moving debris*

*Shotaro is...on fire! And kind of looks like a bird...He has a bone in his 'beak'*

nea: that's-

Shotaro: "I...may have found a phoenix bone?" *weak laugh*

nea: how did-...n-nevermind. *lifting him up* lets get out of here... *flees*

Shotaro: "Thank you..." *passes out*

nea: !!!!....(at least he's breathing....)

-elsewhere-

Infernal #1: "UUAUUUUUU..."

karin: *FISTICUFF PUNCH* return to the flames!

Infernal #1: *moans*

*Infernal #1 starts shattering...*

karin: how're things on your end, commander?

Akitaru: "Working on it!" *slams the spiked Halligan Bar into another Infernal*

nozomi: we just got word that other brigades have sent squadrons out to the slums!

Akitaru: "Great! Where are--"

*An Infernal breaks through the building behind him*

-TENTACLE PUNCH-

lisa:...*shaking* *pant*

Infernal #3: *knocked back*

Vulcan: "Lisa!"

lisa:...i-im ok....commander?

Akitaru: "..." *smiles* "I'm fine. Thank you. Can you hold up?"

lisa: i-i think so....

-elsewhere-

haumea: *whistling*

Hood #5: *radio signal* "Lady Haumea, this is the 27th person we have turned. They are not a Pillar--but they are now an Infernal."

haumea: well damn.

Hood #6: "We may have a Flame Demon coming..."

guruna: on the bright side, i managed to recruit some followers, kururu~@

haumea:....*smirks and turns the corner*.....!!!!!!!!!!

Gogol: *walking* "--and so I said, 'Every short-cut is just a journey you haven't appreciated--'" *spots Haumea* "...What a goofy outfit..."

haumea: ASSAULT?! WHAT THE FUCK?! I THOUGHT YOU DIED!!

Gogol: "???" *looks at Adam*

Adam: "... ... ..." *opens his mouth* "...Who are you?"

haumea: dont play funny with me you little shit! get over here this instant!

Adam: "..." *looks at Gogol* ._. "...She seems to know me?"

Gogol: "Yeah, but she's kind of cranky. Plus, I think she's blind--"

haumea: you incompetent OAF!! *electro shock at adam*

Adam: *shocked* "GAH!!!!" *clutches his head*

*Something hits his brain...an image in a mirror*

Adam: "A-As-Ass--"

haumea: YOU! who are you, and why do you have assault with you?!

Gogol: "?!!! What is she doing to you?!" *turns to Haumea* "He's my buddy! Sort of! Kind of! Wait, who are you anyway? Are you from the museum? Did you steal from the Egyptian exhibit?"

haumea: did _you_ run away from the circus? and get a shitty braid to boot?

Gogol: "IT IS AN AWESOME BRAID, AND SCREW YOU!" >3<

Adam: *groaning, clutching his head* "Ass...Ass...ault..."

-SHA-SHOCK-

Gogol: *shaking for a few seconds* "..." *coughs up smoke* "Hmm...You vape, too, then?"

haumea: I AM GOING TO SKIN YOU AND WEAR YOU AS A WINTER COAT!!

Gogol: "Fool!" *leaps, landing on a rooftop* "No one makes a coat but me! Or my name isn't Akaky Akakievich Bashmachkin!"

haumea:.....what?

Gogol: "AND IT'S NOT!" ^w^

haumea: .....this is stupid. assault, let's go home. you're grounded when we get back.

Adam: "Assault...Assault...ASSAULT!!!" *lights up on fire*

Gogol: OwO "Oooooo~ That's new."

haumea: good boy....finish him off, will you?

Adam: *summons a giant fire bullet* "ASSAULT..."

Gogol: OwO;;;; "..." *leaps down, holds Haumea in front of him* "Now you see me..."

haumea: ?!!

Adam: "DAMN CAT GIRL!!!" *flings the bullet...towards Gogol...and Haumea*

Gogol: *opens his coat--and a steam roller explodes out at Haumea*

haumea: O_O …well cock.

*BOOOOOOM*

Gogol: *stands, the fire blast blowing by him...along with an eyemask* "Oooh, souvenir!" *pockets it, takes out a tea tray, sips fresh brewed tea*

haumea:....*covered in soot*.....*cough*......*cold glare at them both, but covering her eyes*

Adam/Assault: *panting* "Assault...kill...nun!" *looks at Haumea* "...CROWBAR!"

Gogol: ^w^ "I think Ass-y is not happy with either of us~"

-SLAPS-

haumea: START. MAKING. SENSE.

Assault?: "... ... ..." *looks* "...Lady Haumea? ...Why are you underground? And on fire?"

haumea:...................*GLARE*

Adam?: "..." *smiles* *waves* "Bye, Ratman!"

haumea: *drags him away by the ear*

-elsewhere-

shinra: rrk-....ugh....what the hell....*sitting up* THAT....WAS OP! NOT COOL MAN!

Charon: "Stand down, boy...or I'll make it hurt."

shinra: *flips him off* *RAPID KICK*

Charon: *no reaction* "...Time to discipline you..." *grabs his ankle* "Then find where that girl took Inka--"

shinra: !!!! LET GO OF ME, YOU BOULDER!!!

Charon: "Haumea said I had to bring you in alive..." *grins* "She never said whole..." *tugs on his leg* "Discipline..."

shinra: !!!!!!

-FIRE FEATHER BULLET-

Charon: *lets go* "What?!"

ryuuko: *fires another row of feathers*

shinra: THANKS RYUUKO!

ryuuko: no problem! go find that girl!

shinra: WILL DO! *flies off*

Charon: "What manner of bird or human are you? You're not an Adora Burst, are you?"

ryuuko: no. just a soldier protecting people.

-elsewhere-

sasori: *pant pant* i dont think...we were followed....

Inka: "..." *falls back against a wall* "Wow...Sancho..." *puts a hand over her heart*

sasori: inka come on, we have to keep going!

{Charon: "You get used to it..."}

Inka: "What did he mean?"

sasori: lets worry about that later and get out of here.

shinra: hey

sasori: *SLASH*

shinra: *dodge* yikes!

Inka: "?!"

sasori: what do YOU what?!

Inka: "..." *looks down* "No shoes?"

shinra: heard you guys were in a bit of a pickle, well, im here to help you out and get you somewhere safe. ^^

sasori: how can we trust a fire brigade member?

shinra: uhhhh cause fire brigades _help_ people?

Inka: "...'Help'? ...What you charging?"

shinra: im not charging anything. scouts honor. ^^

sasori: .....

shinra: it's dangerous to stay here now, so let's get you somewhere out of harm's wa-

Inka: "No fun, no thanks."

shinra: ._. pardon?

Inka: *her hand is still over her chest, as she smiles* "It hasn't stopped beating..." *silly laugh* "This...is exciting."

shinra: ma'am? are you ok?

sasori: inka....

Inka: "Back off, soldier-boy!" *looks at Sasori* "You don't trust this guy, right?" *takes Sasori's hands* "Let's get out of here! Let's keep running!"

shinra: h-hey wait!

sasori:..... *follows*

Inka: "Ha ha ha!"

shinra: *runs after*

-elsewhere-

maki: ok, that takes care of this section-

-SCREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEECH-

tamaki: ??!!

karin: what the hell?!

*From the smoke...a horned figure is seen*

-elsewhere-

dahlia: it appears a demon has awoken...

Jonah: "Neat!"

guruna: kurururururu~@ how exciting~@

Jonah: "What next? I could disguise some Hoods..."

guruna: let's see how the handle-..... O/////w///////O TAMAKIIIIIIINS~<3 SHE'S SO CUTE IN HER NUN OUTFIT I COULD DIIIIIE~<@3

tamaki: *cringe* i just felt a chill up my spine....

Jonah: .w.;;;

Vulcan: "In this heat?!"

horned flame human: *CHARGES*

Vulcan: *aims a sonar ball--but the Demon smacks it out of his hand* "Gah!" *clutching his hand*

???: "Freeze."

tamaki: ??!!

*An ice blast encases the demon*

???: "Come on!" *someone picks up Tamaki*

tamaki: WOAH!

Yotsuba: *carrying Tamaki* "Long time no see, bestie!"

tamaki:.... oh greeeeeeeat. just who i wanted to see =_=#

guruna:....who....the fuck....is..._THAT_?! OvO#

Yotsuba: "No worries! Your commander called ours, then Burns said, 'I'm not doing that! Send Fulham and that annoying girl--' He's so funny like that!" *giggles*

nozomi: father fulham, miss yotsuba, glad to see you.

tamaki: =_____= *siiiiigh* (at least burns and i agree on _one_ thing)

Fulham: *nods* "You as well." *looks at Tamaki* "...You had no other nuns?"

tamaki: ........i had the habit hat.....a bird shat on it.

iris: we're still recruiting. ^^

Yotsuba: OwO "I can help!" *holds up...matching...bedazzled...habits*

iris: .____.

Yotsuba: ^w^ "I carry these for just such an emergency."

guruna:.....i'm going to burn that little sow until she's nothing but ashes. hehehehehe....i wanna kill her so muuuuuch~

Jonah: *changes his face into Fulham's--and starts making Muppet mouth movements* "MAH MAH MAH! I'm frigid and make dumb ice puns!"

guruna: HAHAHA im gonna go murder that bitch now.

dahlia: guruna, no.

guruna: GURUNA YES!

Yotsuba: "It looks super!"

Fulham: "...They look like the 1980s vomited. Ziggy Stardust weeps."

Jonah: "Guruna, no! ...We need ropes and razor blades."

guruna: *POUTS* i want sparkle bitch and knight boy dead.

Jonah: "I know...but first I want to cut off their faces for my collection~ Knight Boy already unmasked my GLORIOUS ART, AND I STILL HAVEN'T FORGIVEN HIM!" *stamps his foot*

dahlia: children, lets not be too hasty with obsessive crushes-

-another vehicle pulls up; the firefly-

miwa: we late to the party?

misora: =3= this heat is frizzing my hair up!

Jonah: *heart eyes* "...Oh yes."

dahlia: .........................................................................

Vulcan: *clutching his hand* "Yeah, we could use more help..."

Fulham: "And that ice is not going to hold against a Demon..."

Victor: "WE NEED THE SEVENTH! WE NEED MONSTERS TO BEAT MONSTERS!" *shaking*

nayumi: woah there, lay off the bull.

misora: nice outfit, tamaki.

tamaki:............................

Victor: "BUT THE FLAME DEMON TRADITIONALLY REACHES TEMPERATURES STARTING AT 800 DEGREES CELSIUS, INCREASING EXPONENTIALLY AT .1 DEGREE PER SECOND--"

sayu: *KICK TO THE BALLS* CALM DOWN MR!

misora: ._.

tamaki: ._.

Yotsuba: "Hello, new friend--I'm Tamaki's friend, Yotsuba!" *stares* "...Are you a bitch?"

Victor: .____. "..." *collapses*

misora: who are you talking to?

sayu: im not a doggy.

Yotsuba: *points at Misora* "The bitch."

misora: EXCUSE ME?! i mean. nope~ just everyone's favorite idol, forever 17 years old, misora hina~<3

tamaki:.................

Yotsuba: "...Yeah, I don't like your music~" ^w^

misora: ^w^........ OwO# the fuck you say?

Yotsuba: ^w^# "Yep."

guruna: OH SHE DID NOT JUST GO THERE!

Jonah: "...Oh, I want her head now."

guruna: let's murder her.

Jonah: "YES!"

Fulham: -__-# "No wonder you need our help...And no wonder Burns punishes me with this 'good luck' charm..."

miwa: time out everyone, lets focus on fighting the flame humans instead of each other, ok?

tamaki:...*sigh* she's right. iris, nayumi, help me with this nun stuff.

nayumi: any time

iris: right.

Fulham: "I need muscle to tackle any Demons, someone who can provide me cover, and some shields..."

-elsewhere-

fang-hua: *throws a bomb at a flame human*

-BOOOOM-

fang-hua: damn, this is a lot of them.

Tsukiyo: *hops down next to her, pants* "I saw...10 more...or maybe 15...up ahead..."

fang-hua: darn. commander?

Benimaru: "...It'd be easier if we were back home--we could just burn it all down."

fang-hua: tsukiyo and i will check for survivors and evacuate them.

Tsukiyo: =n= "This is exhausting..." *follows*

Benimaru: *cross his arms, looking at the fire*

fang-hua: tsukiyo, did you want to try out your new weapon?

Tsukiyo: "..." *smiles* "Yes!" *opens her shoulder bag--and somehow pulls out a mallet three times as big as it*

flame human: o_O

Tsukiyo: *pulls back* "Let's dance!" *swings*

-several flame humans are knocked back-

-elsewhere-

shinra: darn, lost them again....

ryuuko: *flying over* d-damn..he's relentless....

*Someone is...running _through_ buildings--slamming through their walls*

*The ground is shaking*

shinra: ._. oh no

*BOOM*

ryuuko: !!!!

shinra: !!!

ryuuko: i'll handle him from above! you take the ground!

Charon: *knocks into Shinra*

shinra: GRK-

ryuuko: not what i meant!

Charon: "You are coming with me, Pillar!"

shinra: DUDE! STOP PUNCHING ME! it's rude.

Charon: "Fine--" *lifts his foot*

shinra: *HELLFIRE KICK*

Charon: "?!!! What the h--"

*Charon is knocked back*

shinra: HA! how do you like me now!?

Charon: *knocked down* "..." *sits up...his jacket is on fire* "..." *stares at Shinra*

shinra: OH COME ON ALREADY!!

Charon: *stands...flings off his jacket* "STEP!" *puts one foot forward--and an explosion snakes up towards Shinra*

shinra: !!!

-something lifts him up-

shinra: eh?

tao: *lifting shinra with a monkey tail* hiya ^^

shinra: you're that one girl from the 6th, right?

Charon: "?!!! Get back here--" *sees something pass him by* "..." *looks*

*it's...a bubble?*

Charon: "Wha--"

*BUBBLE GOES BOOM*

shinra: WOAH!

vivian: cheers lovelies~ the cavalry has arrived~<3

Kishiri: "Sorry..." *holds up a convenience store bag* "Needed to get my ammo."

takeru: .~. s-scary..

ryuuko: be careful, he's not natural...

Kishiri: "What, and we are? We're awesome!"

Charon: "GIVE HIM TO ME!"

vivian: we can give you the bird if you'd like~

Charon: "What?! I wanted pillars! What bird do you even have?!"

vivian: *flips him off* ^^

ryuuko:....*glares at kishiri...punch to the arm*

Charon: "!!!! Vile!"

Kishiri: "OW! What was that for?!

ryuuko: you're a bad influence.

-elsewhere-

sasori: *slashing at hoods* damn. there's no end to them...inka? how're you holding up?

Inka: "..." *points at one* "You! What do you want?"

hood: our mission is to bring you back to the preacher, 5th pillar.

sasori: i dont know who this preacher is, but im not gonna-

Inka: "Why do you keep calling me a 'pillar'? Why do you want _me_? Why am I so special?" *starts seeing something around one Hood...it looks like...light?*

sasori: they're talking nonsense! let's just go alread-

Inka: "Wait! Charon--that guy from earlier...Why did he kill Sancho?"

sasori: i dont know...all i know is he's dangerous and we should stay away from him or get ourselves murdered.....

Inka: "... ..." *smiles* "It's exciting."

sasori: ??

Inka: "...I'm not going to escape them, am I?" *sees something around the Hoods...a light snaking through them...but then a word appears* "??? 'Start'?"

sasori: 'start'?

hood: ??

{???: "What you doing, kiddo?"}

{Five-year-old Inka: *has a coloring and activity book in front of her* "Playing maze!" *smiles*}

Inka: "..." *points at 'Start,' and follows it--*

hood: ???

Inka: "Aaaaaaand 'Goal'?"

Inka: *taps 'Goal'*

hood: wait-

*BOOM BOOM BOOM BOOM BOOOOOOOOOM*

Inka: !!!!!

hood: *SCREAMS*

Hood #2: "MY EYES!"

sasori:....inka wha-what the hell did you just do?!

Inka: "I-I don't know! ... ... ..." *smiles* "Heh."

sasori: ......

-elsewhere-

Akitaru: "How you holding up?"

padma: that takes care of those ones. now we just have to take out the horned one.

Akitaru: "But we need more help with evacuation..."

Relan: *bandaging bystanders*

nozomi: anyone have any ideas?

???: "There they are! Commander Obi!"

Akitaru: "???"

nozomi: ???

taguchi: *salutes* it's a honor to be working with you sir!

Akitaru: *salutes* "Great...Um, I don't know you?"

Tokuyama: "Captain Tokuyama, sir! Company 5! Big fan! You are not the gorilla Commander Hibana says you are!"

Akitaru: "...Hibana has male captains?"

Tokuyama: "Ha! Good one, sir!" ^_^

taguchi: ^^;

himari: *shivering* Q~Q k-keep it together, himari....y-you can do this....

Akitaru: "..." *goofy grin* "Yes! The Fire Forces got our message!" *spots Himari* "???"

himari: Q_______Q noooooooo i cant do this! there's too many people here! im gonna pass out!

Akitaru: "Commander, it's gonna be okay..." *shoulder pat* "You command the Third. And I appreciate your presence here."

himari: *shaking* t-t-t-THANKYOUMROUBI!!

Akitaru: ^^; "Now, then, let's get to work! Tokuyama, Taguchi, please evacuate, and get Relan and my soldiers more medical supplies. Himari, you're with me--we're holding the front!"

himari: y-y-yessir!!

taguchi: got it!

Tokuyama: "Angels, lead survivors to the ambulances!"

angels: on it!

Victor: *counting the fires on Vulcan's tablet* "Too many, too many..."

misora: what's the hold up, scruffy?

Victor: "At this rate, the slums will be destroyed--then it will spread to the other sectors, then take over the city--"

*CRACK*

misora: OxO what was that?

Victor: "Oh, yeah--and that Horn Demon will get out of the ice in 13 minutes, 27 seconds."

*CRACK CRACK*

Victor: Q_Q "...I forgot to carry the 2. 2 minutes, 21 seconds."

Fulham: "Shit..."

*defensive stance*

-elsewhere-

shinra: damn, he still wont go down.

Charon: *pants* "STEP!" *moves forward--but no explosion*

ryuuko: *observing*

shinra: ideas?

ryuuko: physical attacks seem to increase his damage....for now, let's just watch and see.

takeru: >~<;;;

Kishiri: "We could encase him in gum--but he'd rip it off pretty quickly."

Charon: "..." *walks to a wall--and starts banging his head against it*

Kishiri: .___.;

shinra: well, we're pretty much in a rut. anyone have any ideas?

tao: maybe we can trap him?

shinra: hmmm but how?

Kishiri: "...More gum?" O~O

Charon: *roars* "That's the stuff!" *slams his foot* "STEP!" *explosion in front of Shinra and the others*

vivian: O.O;

shinra: >~< (GIVE SOMEONE HERE AN IDEA! LITERALLY ANYONE HERE!)

tao: i ever tell you the story of the carp that swam up a waterfall and became a dragon?

shinra: what does fish have to do with-....(fish....fishing....bait...bait!) guys, i may have some part of a plan. it's gonna sound crazy, probably suicidal, but hear me out...

-outside-

Charon: "PILLAR! I am bringing you with me! Our leader demands it!"

shinra: *steps out, hands up*

Charon: *smiles* "Good...You are surrendering."

shinra: *he says nothing*

Charon: "Step over..."

shinra: *one step forwards*

Charon: "CLOSER!"

shinra:...*step to the side*

Charon: "?!"

shinra: *RAPID KICK*

Charon: "!!!" *knocked down*

shinra: *grins*

Charon: *slams into a building--through its wall* "..." *a dress falls on his head* "..."

shinra: that was easy...

Charon: "..."

*The ground shakes--exploding a window behind Shinra, sending glass shards behind him*

shinra: ACK!

ryuuko:.....sir, you are a 3rd generation, yes?

Charon: "..." *smiles*

ryuuko:.....second generation, then?

Charon: "How'd you guess?"

ryuuko: i didnt. you told me.

Charon: "Hmph...Just a matter of subterfuge..." *slams his foot--ripping another hole in the ground*

ryuuko: fascinating. how _does_ that ability work? asking for a friend who researches abilities.

Charon: "Ah, trying to ask me questions to extend your life before I kill you and take Kusakabe with me?"

ryuuko: you didnt exactly answer my question. please?

Charon: "Hmph...Isn't it obvious? I _absorb_ fire-related attacks, store it, then release it with my attacks." *marches forward, the earth trembling under each footstep*

ryuuko: i see.

shinra: .....*glances at a glass shard* .....*picks it up*

Charon: "I told you mine...What is yours? It'll be part of our song of the dead when I return to my people..."

shinra: *sneaking up*

ryuuko: is that literal or metaphorical?

Charon: *cracks his knuckles* "Literal song...Your literal death..." *pulls back his fist--*

shinra: *stabs charon with the glass shard*

Charon: *he yells out in pain* *looks down at his abdomen, where he's been stabbed*

shinra *SLASH*

Charon: "You...stabbed...ME?!"

shinra: so as long as we dont use fire, we can beat you?

Charon: "..." *smiles* "Yes...if there weren't other fire users nearby..." *puts his fingers in his mouth--and whistles loudly* "ASSEMBLE!"

shinra: oh shit-

-no one arrives-

Charon: "... ... ... Well...Crap."

vivian: oh, those were friends of yours? it seems they've had a....shocking revelation, fufufu~ ^w^ *fans herself*

Charon: "...You weaklings are more shrewd than I gave you credit..." *turns to face Shinra*

shinra: *already flying off*

Charon: "GET BACK HERE!" *shifts, ready to leap after him--*

tao: *jumps out the window, using her bowstaff as a propeller before slamming it down onto charon*

Charon: *SCREAMS*

vivian: *FAN SLASH*

Charon: "AH! AAAH!" *swings his arm*

-elsewhere-

taguchi: keep firing!

soldiers: *shooting at the horned infernal*

karin: damn, this one's a tough customer.

nozomi: any ideas, victor?

Victor: "CRAP CRAP CRAP! We needed the Seventh! We don't have them! They are the ones who have _the ONLY PEOPLE WHO PUT A HORN DEMON LIKE THIS TO REST_! The First didn't! Not the Second! Or the Third!"

karin: damn.

maki: that'd be a lot of fire power...

Victor: "...Fire..." *looks everywhere* "Fire, fire, everywhere, and not...not... ..." *points at Maki* "MAKI!"

maki: yeah?

Victor: "That fire tornado story you told me about!"

tamaki: oh yeah, i remember that.....and it came to bite me in the ass *mumble mumble*

maki: what about it?

Victor: "WE'RE GOING TO MAKE A FIRE TORNADO!" *waving his arms*

maki + tamaki: eh?

Victor: *drawing on the tablet* "Get me every Second Generation in this city!"

padma: what are you planning?

Victor: "We...are going to put out every last fire in this sector _and_ put that Infernal to rest ALL IN ONE GO!!!"

-elsewhere-

maki: *focusing*

padma: ....

Tokuyama: *over incom* "We are in position, over."

taguchi: in position!

Vulcan: "Both teams, in position!"

Akitaru: "Draw him out, Hinawa!"

Takehisa: *firing*

horned infernal: *ROARS*

Victor: *over incom* "Maki! Second Generation! Everyone! Begin, now!"

maki: HAAAAH!

padma: *concentrating*

-all the other 2nd gens are focusing on the center until.....-

-FIRESTORM-

fang-hua: huh....looks like you got competition, commander.

Benimaru: "...Hmph."

Tsukiyo: "Translation: 'Not terrible.'"

-elsewhere-

horned infernal: *CHARGES AND SCREEECHES*

Takehisa: "!!!" ("Bullets are not slowing it down--")

Akitaru: *roars, tackles the Infernal*

karin: commander!!

miwa: what the hell is he doing?!

Akitaru: "...HOOOOOOOOOOOT!" *his mask his catching fire*

-STEAM ATTACK-

horned infernal: *SCREEECH and backs up*

miwa: what were you thinking, man?! this isnt playtime!

Akitaru: *flings off his mask* "I was taking matters into my own hands!"

Vulcan: *calling in on radio* "Hello? Is anyone there?"

karin: what's up, vulcan?

Vulcan: "We're on our way--clear traffic!"

lisa: *honks on the horn*

Takehisa: "??? What is the plan?"

Akitaru: "..." *Excalibur face*

-VRRRRRR-

Vulcan: *points* "Park it there!"

-epic drift parking-

Vulcan: "Awesome! Lower the anchors!"

yu: you got it!

Vulcan: "Lisa, stay on the wheel. Yu, the controls." *kicks open the door* "Grab the Commander!"

Akitaru: "Wait--what?"

-le yoink-

miwa + karin: *pulling him in*

Akitaru: "Hey!"

Vulcan: "Commander, you're on top--you'll aim the water cannon."

Akitaru: "WHAT?!"

miwa: *teasingly* like you havent used a big ol hose before.

karin: *snickers*

Akitaru: >\\\\\< "SHUT UP, SHUT UP, SHUT UP!!!"

yu: ??? am i missing something here?

Vulcan: -_-#

lisa: HORNED INFERNAL, 10 O CLOCK!

Vulcan: "Commander, get up there!"

Akitaru: "St-Stop pushing me!!!"

karin: want one of us to do it?

Vulcan: "No, the Commander is the best bet--given the blow-back on the cannon. And with my hand injured, I can't help..."

Akitaru: O~O *staring at the controls* "UUUUUUUUUUUUMMMMMMM..."

miwa: need help?

Vulcan: "He shouldn't--Yu is handling the controls in the cockpit so--"

Akitaru: "STOP ANSWERING FOR ME!!!"

Vulcan: .___.

miwa: yeesh. _someone_ didnt get enough sleep last night.

lisa: *driving forwards*

karin: you got this commander!

miwa: yeah, think of it like a game from the carnival?

{ami: *trying to use the water gun game at a fun fair*}

{chitose: you got it?}

{ami: it's heavy mommy.}

{chitose: there's a trick to these things, you just got to aim and hold 'er steady.}

{ami: holder steady?}

{Akitaru: "Yeah, hold on, and don't move." *smiles*}

{ami: ok papa! *pulls the trigger*}

Akitaru: "...N-No..."

lisa: COMMANDER!

ami?: you can do it, papa!

Akitaru: "...YES!" *grips the water cannon* "HOLD 'ER STEADY!"

lisa: HORNED INFERNAL DEAD AHEAD!

Akitaru: *aims* "Locked on!" *shivering over the trigger*

horned infernal: *ROOOOAR*

lisa: FIRE!

Akitaru: "FIRE!" *presses the button*

-FWEEEEEEEW-

-the infernal is knocked back into the fire-

lisa: GOT 'EM!

Takehisa: "Cannon loaded..." *aims* "Fire!"

padma: *FIRES*

*The cannon shot fires, Takehisa guiding it*

Takehisa: *focused* "Almost..."

maki: ok good. lets finish this off quick, im not gonna be able to hold on much longer!

*The shot follows the Infernal--and strikes!*

pearl: karim! now!

Fulham: "Leave it to me!" *fires a cold blast*

-ICE PILLAR-

maki: success!

Fulham: "...Great. A lifetime supply of ice."

pearl: you did it!.............*hugs him and...*

-smooch-

Fulham: "..." .\\\.

pearl:....s-sorry. i got...carried away... ./////.;;;

-the radio on the matchbox plays 'everybody loves somebody' by dean martin-

Fulham: "..." *smiles* "Don't be."

pearl:... .////.

Vulcan: "???" *looks at the radio*

karin:...thought i'd set the mood ^^

Vulcan: "Sneaky, but apt."

karin:.....*ahem* *turns the radio off* good job everyone.

lisa: *sweatdrop*

-elsewhere-

sasori: what the hell was that?

Inka: *looks* "...Heh...Dangerous city, huh?"

sasori: this whole place is insane....

???: ooooi!

-shinra lands next to them-

shinra: pretty cool, right?

Inka: "...Sasori, who is this dork?"

shinra: D8< we just met several times today!

Inka: "But what's your deal? Sasori seems not to like you."

shinra: well, it's a bit of a long story.

-he explains the situation-

sasori: adora burst? i think i heard hibana mention that during my time in her custody...

shinra: (she knows hibana?) yes. these hoods are very dangerous people. we can keep you both safe from them.

nka: "And we're supposed to go with the guy who did..." *gestures* "...this to Sasori?"

shinra:....(oh, she must be....) look, i understand you have beef with hibana, but she's different from when you met her...mostly.

Inka: "..." *looks at Sasori*

sasori: ...as much as i dont like you, you have a point.....if you really can keep inka safe, then you're our best bet...right inka?

Inka: "...Hard pass."

shinra: ?!

sasori: what?!

Inka: "What, you think you tell me some 'hero' story, I go with you? I'm not some damsel in distress."

shinra: im not saying that you are, but if the hoods capture you, a lot more people are going to get hurt! they took my brother and are using him like a weapon. dont let them do that to you!

Inka: *suddenly up in Shinra's face* "BORING."

shinra: !!!

Inka: "I. Want. Freedom! I go with you, what happens? 'Fire thief arrested, forced to repay money, goes to jail'? No. Thanks!"

shinra: it'd be a hell lot better than being possibly killed!

Inka: "... ..." *her eyes widen--something appears in her pupils...*

*She sees something...*

shinra: *reaching out for her* he-hey...kiddo?

*There's someone...crawling on the floor, her body mangled*

Inka: (It's...me?)

{Vision!Inka: *reaches up a hand* "..."}

Inka: "..." *goofy grin* "Dangerous."

shinra: ???

sasori: inka?

Inka: "I...can't get away from either the Hoods or the firefighters...So which is more exciting?"

shinra: what are you talking about? the hoods caused all this to get to you! they dont care who gets hurt! men, women, others, children, the elderly, it doesnt matter to them!

Inka: *grips Shinra's shoulders* "I don't care!"

shinra: ?!

Inka: "I care about _my_ life!"

-PUNCH-

sasori: ......

shinra: !!!

Inka: O_O(\\\) "...Sasori?"

sasori: *grabs inka by the neck* ARE YOU EVEN LISTENING TO YOURSELF?! you're talking about risking your life to some cult....i dont trust either party, but at least the fire brigade will protect you!

Inka: "And I don't want protection! I want to live life to the fullest--I want to put myself in _danger_!" *grabs Sasori's cheeks, pulls* "Why are you fighting me on this?!"

sasori: .....when my parents saw me like _this_? they called me a monster.....you're the first person that actually accepted what i became....*she's crying* dont you DARE take that from me!

shinra: .....

Inka: "..." *stares* "..." *turns around...walks*

sasori: where are you going?!

shinra: ??.....!!!!

Inka: "I see the line...where it takes me." *points to a fire line she sees--* "It's like...electricity--"

*Electricity crackles along the floor, missing Inka--and striking Shinra*

shinra: GAHH!

sasori: ?!?!? *scorpion tail*

*Haumea walks out*

Haumea: *smiles* "Hello~"

sasori: *glares*

Haumea: "Hello, Pillar. And Pillar."

sasori: i guess even the hoods arent safe from their own flames.

shinra:...*getting up* RUN!

Inka: "..." *smiles* "Someone really fucked you up, huh, Charon's friend?" *walks up*

Haumea: -_-# "You have no idea..."

Inka: *bouncing* "Was it exciting?!"

sasori: INKA WHAT ARE YOU DOING?!

Haumea: *sneers* "Incredibly~"

Inka: "...Could I die?"

sasori: INKA PLEASE DONT DO THIS!!

Haumea: "Hmmm...Not yet. But you may be a little worse for wear when we're done."

Inka: "..." *holds out a hand* "Let's go."

sasori: INKA!!

Haumea: *grips Inka's hand* "Let's~"

Inka: *smiles...tears falling*

sasori: …..HEY! BAG LADY!

Haumea: *grips Inka's hand harder, frowning* -_-# "My name is NOT BAG--"

sasori: i'll go with you! under two conditions.

shinra: you too?!

Haumea: *smiles* "I'm listening..." *turns Inka around to face Sasori*

Inka: "?!! Wh-What?"

sasori: condition one; help me kill hibana and the scorpion witch shaula.

Haumea: "Hmm...I know Hibana, but not the other. Still, we can certainly get rid of Hibana easily enough~"

sasori: as for the second condition; if i join your ranks. place me as inka's bodyguard.

Haumea: "How can I trust you'll do a good job?" *smiles* "Do you love her?"

Inka: "Sasori..."

sasori: as stubborn and insane and stupid as she can be, im not leaving her side.

Haumea: "...What say you, Pillar?"

Inka: "..." *looks away* "I protect only _my_ life. Whatever she wants is none of my business."

shinra: DONT LISTEN TO HER! JUST RUN!! BOTH OF YOU RUN!!

Haumea: "WE ARE TALKING, PILLAR! Scorpion, first order: bring Kusakabe with us--"

???: d-dont....m-move...

panda: *holding a gun, shaking and crying*

Inka: *looks* "Panda?!"

Haumea: "...Who's this weirdo?"

sasori: so that scrub didnt die? to be honest, i never liked him. or the other one.

Inka: "..."

panda: d-dont you DARE talk about my bro like that!

Inka: "...If they want me to run...the lines would've told me...but all I see...is a line around him."

panda: ???

sasori:....

shinra:....!!!!

Inka: "I guess it's my destiny...I have to cut loose the dead weight..." *points at Panda*

panda: inka-

Inka: *smiles* "Goodbye." *drags the finger along the line, and--*

*BOOM*

panda: *SCREEEEEAM*

Inka: "I'm ready, now. Haumea, lead me."

shinra: !!!!! shit! *runs over to help him*

Haumea: "Excellent...Come along, bodyguard."

sasori:.......*follows*

shinra: wai-

*They're gone*

panda: *SCREAMS*

shinra:....FUCK! *grabs panda and tries to snuff out the flames*

Artur: "Shinra! Where is the plasma woman--" *spots him* "?!!!"

shinra: help us out, will ya?!

ryuuko: *flies in* that man escaped......??!!!

shinra:......

Arthur: "..." *takes out a fire-proof blanket*

-and so-

shinra *in hospital waiting room* ............

Akitaru: *walks up* "..."

shinra: i...i failed....i couldn’t convince her to-....all this went for nothing!!

Akitaru: "Shinra!" *puts his hands on his shoulders*

shinra: *looks up at him, teary eyed*

Akitaru: "Think: how much worse would this have been without you? Without all of us? That boy back there--you saved him."

shinra:......still....

ryuuko: dont blame yourself for failure. if you do that, then you'll only tear yourself to pieces.

Akitaru: "I know...We'll find her. And Sho."

shinra:...yeah....thanks, ryuuko.

ryuuko: any time.

shinra:....h-how's everyone holding up?

Akitaru: "The others are continuing evacuations until new temporary housing is available."

shinra: i take it that ice pillar was commander fulham's doing?

Akitaru: *nods* "And...it's kind of become a new Death City attraction." ^^;

ryuuko: at least 7 people have gotten their tongues stuck to it. -_-;

shinra:... *chuckle*

Akitaru: "We'll have a briefing when you get back to HQ. Take your time."

shinra:...r-right.....

Akitaru: *pat pat* "...Doctors see you yet?"

shinra: j-just wanted to make sure that guy survived....im ready to go home now...

-elsewhere-

setsuna: *tightly hugs showtaro, crying* i was so worried that you were hurt....

Shotaro: ^^; "I'm okay, Mom--just burnt. But the Phoenix Bone and Nea saved me!"

nea: well, just glad you're not dead...

setsuna:...thank you so much, nea...

nea: =///=; hmph. you owe me a new jacket, kid.

Shotaro: "No problem! I saw a great one at consignment!"

-elsewhere-

george: *shaking* (that could have been the kids....)

higuchi:...gin? ryunosuke? you going to be ok?

Akutagawa: "..."

Death the Kid: Gin: "It's...certainly shocking."

hans:.....*her hand is shaking, but she holds it tight*.....

goethe:...hans, you're tense....come to bed with me, ok?

hans:....t-thank you....

Akutagawa: "..." *walks to the gym*

-elsewhere-

marie: *helping to set up rooms for the evacuees*

mami: so many of them....

Crona: *hands more blankets*

child: t-thanks.

Crona: *weak smile* "Y-You're welcome..."

mami: *she smiles* good job, chrona.

Crona: ^\\\^

-elsewhere-

yana: so you lost adam-er,...'assault' to the hoods?

Gogol: ^^; " 'Lost' is the kind of word that suggests this is my fault. I prefer to say 'misplace.'"

yana:....oh well, he's not a major priority. did you at least get those things you were instructed to get?

Gogol: *opens his coat* "Right here~"

yana: good.....*siiigh* damn, i need a drink...

Gogol: "Tea, then?"

yana:......sure....(oh right, i keep forgetting im younger than i think i am...)

Gogol: *pulls out the tea tray--and it's scorched* OwO;;; "...Darn."

-elsewhere-

Yumi: "More resources are coming in..." *looks up from her phone* "Funny how it's you already here to 're-build.'"

Fitzgerald: *smirks*

louisa: ^^;

Yumi: "Hmm...?!" *looks down*

Toby: *sniffing*

Yumi: -_-#

shiori: ??

-elsewhere-

Haumea: "Hello, troops~ And great success from you all."

guruna: =3= dahlia scolded us.

arrow: and you almost drowned assault when we got back.

Haumea: >w> "He's fine..."

{Assault/Adam: *glub glub glub*}

{Haumea: *holding his head under water, humming*}

arrow: how's charon?

kagu-tsuchi: *worried*

Haumea: "He's fiiiiiiiine~ Just a little cut up..."

kagu-tsuchi: WHAT?!

Haumea: "You know, broken glasses, stabby-stabby. Just a few knicks and cuts--"

guruna: sucks for him lol

Haumea: "And we got new recruits."

guruna: ^w^ your welcome, kururu~@

Haumea: "Of course~ As well as a new bodyguard for our special guest...the newly acquired Pillar!"

sasori: =~= my uniform's kind of baggy....dont you have anything smaller than this?

Haumea: "Well, leave it to soak in the wash--it'll shrink. Like you. Squirt."

sasori: .....

-elsewhere-

Kishiri: "We're back..."

ryuuko: *phew*

mikami: are you alright?

ryuuko: y-yes....

Kishiri: "..." *looks* "We did our best. And Tokuyama will have a report soon."

gabriella: glad to know.

Kishiri: *salutes* "Well, I'm going to eat..." *leaves*

-elsewhere-

Fulham: "..." *walks back to the First's courtyard*

foien: congrats today!

dia: an excellent job, father fulham.

Fulham: "Thank you. But it was a team effort."

foien: likewise.

pearl: *smiles*

Fulham: *looks at Pearl* "..."

pearl:.... .///.;

Fulham: "..." *clears his throat* "Well, Pearl and I have training to continue..."

dia: ...

Burns: *observing from afar* "I see sending a few of the First's best was enough."

amy: i saw...on the news.....it was cool.....i guess....

Emma: *smiles* "They did great! I wish I had gone along, too."

amy: maybe next time.

Emma: ^_^

Burns: "When you're ready. For now, we review procedures."

-elsewhere-

Honda: "LINE UP!"

-several soldiers have lined up-

hito: ...

takeru: >~<

Honda: "After the fight against those crummy no-goodniks, we will be re-organizing! Prepare for some changes!"

hito: ??

Honda: "More news is coming soon--but for now, we're on the move! Prepare the new rooms! Get the blankets! Pull out the translation books!"

-elsewhere-

Asako: "More injured coming in..."

kayako: thank you...damn those hoods...

Asako: "...It's like before..."

kayako: yeah....you did a good job today, girls.

vivian: ^^

tao: thanks commander.

Asako: *nods...still looks worried*

kayako:...*pat pat*

Asako: "S-Sorry...After Grandfather before..."

kayako: it's alright.

Asako: "I'm glad it isn't as bad as before--but this is still horrible." *wipes her eyes*

-elsewhere-

Tsukiyo: *collapsed on the floor, hugging her mallet* =w= "I'm exhausted...Good work, Mallet."

fang-hua: *siiigh* i dont want to see another of those hoods for at least a year....

Konro: "Given the great work you did, I'd bet on it."

kirei: ^^; *giving beni a shoulder rub*

Benimaru: =\\\\\\= *pleased grunt*

kirei: ^^

Benimaru: "At least the slums wasn't as wrecked as it could've been..." *pats Kirei's hand*

-elsewhere-

Vulcan: *pats Yu's shoulder* "Good work on the controls."

yu: ^^

Vulcan: *smiles at Lisa* "And for saving my butt."

lisa:...*smiles*

Vulcan: ^^

-elsewhere-

Kurogiri: "With so many of their hideouts destroyed, this is an opportunity to open our doors to those villains."

tomura: yeah...(and hopefully this whole _stain_ craze has phased out...)

-DOOR SLAM-

twice: ??

himiko: ~?

*Someone dressed like Stain enters*

???: "I AM HERE...TO BE THE BADDEST VILLAIN OF THEM ALL!"

twice: what-

tomura: the fuck?

???: "My name...is Spinner! Now, where's Stain? I came to meet Stain."

tomura:.....excuse me. *exits....and starts screaming violently*

himiko: you wanna meet mr stainy too? OvO

Kurogori: ._.

Spinner: *nod nod nod* "Very much so..." .\\\.

himiko: YAAAAAY NEW FRIEND!!! ^u^

fang: guba!

Spinner: ^\\\\^ "That kid yours?"

himiko: he's my son. ^^

Spinner: "Hey, Little Man!"

twice: ._. (he isnt even phased.)

kurome: *peeek.....staaare*

Spinner: *waves at Kurome*

kurome: *clings to kurogiri's leg*

Spinner: "D'aw, she's shy."

Kurogiri: -_-; *pats Kurome*

-elsewhere-

Inka: "..." *sneaks out of her room, enters Sasori's*

sasori: *making her bandana*.....

Inka: "Didn't know you could sew." ^_^

sasori: a skill i picked up, even though im not really good at it.

Inka: "Hmm...Looks like it's coming along..." *looks at her* "...Can you at least look me in the eyes?"

sasori: *looks at her*

Inka: "...Before everything went down, you didn't give me a chance to give you this..." *holds up a necklace, with some bead on it that looks like a scorpion tail*

sasori: ah....i've heard of these things, it's a magatama, right?

Inka: *nods* "Nicked it during a house call..." *puts it into Sasori's hand*

sasori:.... 7///7; t-thanks....

Inka: ^_^ "You're welcome...You cool with this?" *walks over, lies down on Sasori's bed, looks up at the ceiling*

sasori:...what do you mean?

Inka: "I mean, this is a cult. I'm _thrilled_ with it! But...Well, I didn't exactly welcome you along in the nicest way."

sasori:....i dont have much of an opinion.... (i dont trust those people...)

Inka: "...But you seem irritated with them. Don't you think we'll have fun?"

sasori:....i guess.

Inka: *smiles* "Good." *sits up in bed, hugs a pillow* "Want to have some fun? I was thinking of breaking into that Sho kid's room."

sasori: is that a good idea? he _is_ kind of the figure head here, at least that's what i heard.

Inka: *gets out bed* "And I'm a Pillar, too. They need me. And I'm going..." *puts an arm around Sasori's shoulder* "So I need my bodyguard with me at all times."

sasori:...*sigh* fine, but dont blame me for what happens.

Inka: "Great!" *leads her down the hall* "He should be right...here!" *puts an ear to the door*

-silence-

Inka: "..." *tests the door--it's locked* "Hmm...Sasori, tail it."

-SLASH-

Inka: "Why, thank you~" *pushes the slashed door open* "...Dark in here..."

sasori: *flips a switch*

???: "STOP THAT!" *someone suddenly pulls blankets over themselves*

sasori: ?!

Inka: "Huh...He's playing blanket fort, I guess." *walks up* "Hello, Sho--I'm Inka, the new Pillar."

sasori:....

Sho: *growls* "Go away...How do you even know my name?"

sasori: inka, maybe this is a bad idea-

Inka: "Because I fought your brother, Shin--" *suddenly, Inka sees a blast of light--which immediately disappears* "...Wait, what was--"

*BOOM*

sasori: !!!

*What Inka saw...was what was going to happen before she had time to react, when facing someone who can defy time itself…*

Sho: *stops time, picks Inka by her head--and throws her through the broken door*

Inka: “?!!” *smashes into the door* “FU--” *and slams against the hallway wall* “Grr…” *barely moving*

sasori: what the hell?!

Sho: "How dare you!" *suddenly disappears, now in front of Sasori, screaming, standing in sleepwear* "I’ll kill you!”

sasori: *scorpion tail*

Inka: "...Heh...Just what...I wanted..." *lifts a finger, aimed at Sho*

Sho: *pulls out a blade, aims at Sasori--*

Haumea: “Ha ha--no.”

sasori: ._.;

Sho: "HAUMEA! Give me back my--"

Haumea: *finger-flicks Sho's head*

Sho: "..." X_X *collapses into her arms*

sasori: ._.

Inka: ._. "...What? Do I still get to blow him up--" *still dragging her finger--*

Haumea: -_-; *sends an electrical discharge at Inka*

Inka: "..." X_X *collapses on the floor*

sasori: -_-;

Haumea: *looks at Sasori “...Bodyguard, take her to her room. I’m going to put Sho to bed~”

-elsewhere-

Relan: "Welcome back..." *standing with Iris*

shinra: hey. *rubs his eyes*

iris:...*pap pap*

shinra t-thanks...

Relan: "...We made some tea? Want to sit?"

shinra: y-yeah.

Relan: "...Any word about the injured person?"

shinra: he's....he's gonna make it.

Relan: "..." *nods*

-elsewhere-

Anya: "It's awful..."

tsugumi: maki was really cool, though. i should call her.

Meme: "Hm-mm! There's a clothing drive going on at school..."

Anya: "..." *walks into the closet--pulls out a stack of clothes 1.5 times her height*

ao: oh my. ._.

mio: how-

Anya: *holds up a princess dress* "Is this too common? It seems to be of poor quality."

tsugumi:... *sweatdrop*

mio: (these goddamn rich people...)

Meme: "...I think it'll be fine." ^^; "I'm still working on quilts..." *holds up hands, which have marks all over them* "But it's going slowly."

mio: i've never made a quilt before, or anything really but...do you want us to help?

Meme: "That'd be great! There are plenty of small tasks we can divide that are easy to learn but would go faster with more people."

tsugumi: project helping hands is *sentai pose* GO!

Anya: "..." -_-;

Meme: ^^ "Yay!" *poses*

-elsewhere-

Akitaru: "--then she picked this giant duck stuffed animal."

miwa: aww, cute.

serina: ^^

Akitaru: *smiles* "I think she was helping me back there with that goofy cannon..."

miwa: *smiles*

Akitaru: "...But now I need some help."

miwa: whats up?

Akitaru: "As long as we are only hunting down whoever the Hoods target, we're going to fall behind. I want to know how this all started."

serina: meaning?

Akitaru: "I'm going to assign my researchers to learn the origins of flame powers. And they need protection."

miwa: consider it done.

Akitaru: "Thanks...Keep an eye on Nozomi and Victor, then."

miwa: will do.

Akitaru: *nods, stands up* "I'll go tell them." *heads to the lab*

-elsewhere-

tamaki: um....iris? you have a moment?

Iris: "???" *sets down her book* "Yes, Tamaki?"

tamaki: i was wondering....*bows down* please teach me how to be at least a decent nun!

Iris: "..." *smiles, head pats* "You don't have to bow--I'd be happy to work with you!"

tamaki: QwQ thank you.

Iris: "Let's start with reading some prayers."

tamaki: *nod nod*

Iris: *opens her book, points* "This is the traditional 'Ratomu' prayer, but there are others, whether to put the Infernals' souls to rest, or to provide encouragement to us and our peers."

tamaki: *listening intently*

Iris: "This is one I had to spend a long time interpreting, after...well, after I left..." *clears her throat* " 'Let our fiery spirit be a light in the darkness.'"

tamaki: like a beacon of hope, right?

Iris: *nods* "Death City is a place for second chances. And much like other cities have been, I think, after something like what happened, this city could be one such beacon." *small laugh* "I didn't think an ice pillar would be that beacon, though..."

tamaki: ^^;

Iris: "How about you try one?"

tamaki: *looks*

Book's Page: "The rising sun allows us to start anew."

-elsewhere-

Joker: "Well, Victor had some interesting information..."

misora: oh?

Joker: "While the Eighth is off investigating how Flame Humans came to be, looks like the Hoods not only got a Pillar--but an experiment."

ivy: and with luck, they'll use it to kill hibana....not if i do it first...

Joker: "Heh...The Fifth...Hey, that's not a bad idea."

scarlet: let's see. 'Ria Marchelo' also known as 'Sasori'. age; 16, filipino heritage, 5'2"...

Joker: "And yet, after ruining this girl's life, Hibana is scot-free."

ivy: im going to find this girl and adopt her.

Joker: "That would require, first, finding the Hoods, and second, busting her out."

misora: i can get you to the hoods....but i risk seeing....*excalibur face* hiiiim....

scarlet: *smirk* your boyfriend?

misora: aww, i'd rather be dead~ ^^#

Joker: "Hmm...Well, we all have to take risks."

scarlet: and find out what you can about adora burst.

misora: you have a lot of interest in that.

scarlet:.........i have my reasons..

Joker: "..." *slow drag* "Misora, see if you can also learn where the Hoods are heading to next."

misora: can do, mr manager~<3

Joker: "Heh...Red, Ivy, I'm going to need to learn all you know about Hibana."

scarlet:.....yeah��

Joker: *opens a closet, pulling out a business suit* "Let's start with some of her favs. What does she look for in a job applicant?"

-morning-

Izuku: *sets down his notebooks* "Just about ready..."

-elsewhere-

Aizawa: *making a chart*

midnight: is this really such a good idea?

Aizawa: "It is not unreasonable that we will soon see more hero vs villain fights--they have to be ready."

ectoplasm: what do you make of this, headmaster?

Nezu: "I do not disagree with this argument. However, for the safety of the students, constraints must be put into place."

snipe: understandable.

Nezu: "And pairing students together will give them a better chance--once we apply physical limitations onto their opponents."

-elsewhere-

Iida: *walking, and spots--* "Momo?"

momo: ah! oh, t-tenya, you startled me. ^^;

Iida: "Sorry...How are you?"

momo: been well. studying for exams.

Iida: *nods* "Likewise. How is it coming?"

momo: a bit nervous, but alright.

Iida: "I hope the study group helped."

momo: i think so.

Iida: *nods* "...I was going to do a few more refreshers."

-elsewhere-

Shotaro: *bandaged like a mummy*

Emine: *finishing cutting gauze* "There. Done."

Shotaro: ._. "...Hee hee."

mana: comfy?

Shotaro: "Yep! I'm a mummy now!" *wiggles his arms*

-elsewhere-

sasori: *grabs inka by the collar* what were you thinking?!

Inka: "UMPH! What the hell?!"

sasori: you could have gotten us into serious trouble, and on day one no less!

Inka: "Yeah--it was dangerous. And why not test the rules on Day 1? Better to know from the beginning than get surprised later!"

sasori:... you really are crazy...

Inka: "..." *smiles* "A crazy genius. How else would I have kept us alive?"

sasori: you're unbelievable...

Inka: "Sasori...I'm, like, one of their chosen people. Do you really think they'd do something that'll kill me off that quickly?"

sasori: what if they do? do you know what happens when you're killed? you die! that's what happens!......wait.

Inka: "??? What?"

sasori: n-nevermind. but just remember this, im your bodyguard. and it's my duty to protect you, even if i have to protect you from yourself.

Inka: "..." -3- "You're no fun...What about you? You think you'll be able to actually kill Hibana? That doesn't sound 'safe,' either."

sasori: ......

Inka: "...You're scared, aren't you?"

sasori: ....*she doesnt answer*

-elsewhere-

Victor: *flips through a book, sets it onto one stack--flips through another books, sets it onto a second stack--flips through a third...and tosses it into the trash can* *sighs, spins his chair around* "Nozomi, find anything?"

nozomi: *examining history books*

Victor: "???" *looks*

nozomi: hmmm...

Victor: "Huh...East Asian history?"

nozomi: apparently the first recorded incident of the great flame disasters occurred in one of the chinese peninsulas.

Victor: "Oh? Was there a fire at that time at that location?"

nozomi: seems to be.

Victor: "..." *opens his laptop* "Let's coordinate instances of flame disaster by time and location--we might map the best place to start the search."

nozomi: right.

Victor: *typing over a map, showing dots* "The larger ones are where there were more instances...Now I'll add to the programming to show migration over time to follow paths these fire-starters traveled to..."

-elsewhere-

Sakuya: *carrying groceries* "Donation center, dead ahead."

naho: *humming*

Sakuya: *opens the door* "After you."

lilac: l-lots of people...

Sakuya: "...Would you rather one of us go in and one of us stay here with you?"

lilac: i...um....y-yes please....

naho: i'll wait out here with you, ok?

Sakuya: *nods* "I won't be long..." *walks to the counter*

mahiru: *helping out* hey sakuya. ^^

Sakuya: "Oh, hey! Didn't expect to see you here. How's it going?"

mahiru: pretty busy.

Sakuya: "Figures--getting used to the school still?"

mahiru: yeah. it's gonna take a lot of that. ^^;

???: *someone bumps into Mahiru* "Sorry." *they're wearing a hoodie*

mahiru: i-it's fine.

Sakuya: "???"

???: "..." *looks at the basket* "...They let you bring a cat in here?"

Kuro: *curled up in yarn*

mahiru: *awkward look at sakuya* o-o;;;

Sakuya: "Rather broad standards about 'service animals' in this town."

mahiru: y-yeah, that ^^;

???: "Hmm..."

???: *siiigh* so exhausting.

mitsuba: come on akane, it's not that bad.

hyakuya: i know, i know.

???: *tenses...glances*

shinoa: even in the heart of tragedy, it can bring out the best in some people.

hyakuya: i guess......

???: "..."

Sakuya: "Um...Did you want something, dude?"

???: "N-Nothing..."

mahiru: ??

???: "I have to go..." *pushes through*

hyakuya: ??

Sakuya: "Well, he seemed asocial."

-elsewhere-

Kid: *lifts Shiori*

shiori: *laugh*

Kid: "What can you see, Shiori?"

shiori: kiddo!

Kid: "Yep! And I see Shiori!"

shiori: ^o^

lord death: ^^

Kid: "And look who else is there?" *turns her to Lord Death*

shiori: paba!

lord death: hello~ ^^ *hug*

shiori: ^u^

Kid: *smiles* "Tickle hug!"

-elsewhere-

Akitaru: *hands a list to Shinra* "Up for getting some items?"

shinra: what all do we need?

Akitaru: "Well, quite a bit. Get your passport updated, some translation books--"

shinra: ??

Akitaru: "How's your Chinese?"

shinra: um....i'm gonna need to make a phone call. ^^;;;

Akitaru: "Sure, go ahead."

shinra: *dialing*

fang-hua: yes?

shinra: fang-hua we need you to teach us.

fang-hua:...eh?

-one explinaton later-

fang-hua: ah, well i'd be glad to. ^^

shinra: thank you, you're a life saver TTwTT

Akitaru: "???"

shinra: i scored us a teacher/translator.

Akitaru: "Oh, good! I am still figuring out the final team roster, but I know I want you, Arthur, Victor, and Nozomi, and we'll need a nun, so--"

tamaki: i volunteer!

Akitaru: "Tamaki? Oh...Um...Well, I was thinking of Iris--"

tamaki: i'm learning to be a sister too! plus i have good combat skills, so i can be like a battle-nun! *shiny eyes*

shinra: so like a war cleric then?

tamaki: see? he gets it.

Akitaru: "...Well, you would take care of two items on the checklist, which would save on travel costs, so, sure! I'll add you to the roster."

tamaki: YAY! ^u^ *peace sign* victory!

Akitaru: "Make sure you're fluent in the language, know how to put a soul to rest, can administer proper religious techniques so not to offend people abroad--"

tamaki: ok. i'm gonna do a lot of studying huh?

shinra: i got it covered. ^^

Arthur: *speaking Chinese* <I will be the best ambassador to a foreign country as possible.>

shinra:...not even gonna question it.

Akitaru: "Uuuumm...I didn't catch any of that, but okay. Get those supplies, we'll check in after."

-elsewhere-

Steinbeck: "Hello..."

oscar: ^^; we-welcome back, dearies! ^^;;;

lovecraft: there was a small incident.

Steinbeck: "??? What happened?"

lovecraft: i tried to explain a point to oscar by detaching a tentacle and as a result-

-a small, albino girl stares at them-

Steinbeck: "... ... ..." *shiny eyes* "You spawned!"

lovecraft: i've become a mother.

emily: ._.

baum: ...

twain: hey kiddo, what's your name?

girl:.........*INHUMAN SCREECHING*

emily: >~<

lovecraft: her name is lavinia.

oscar: *dead eyed stare* i've seen things that i can never unsee again.

Steinbeck: ^w^ "Neat-o!"

emily:......im just going to go to sleep now.

baum: same here, i'm bushed.

dorothy: try not to collapse in the hallway like last time.

Hemingway: "...I need a drink."

-elsewhere-

Victor: *setting up school chairs and a blackboard before taking a seat* "Okay...I'm ready to learn Chinese, teacher!"

fang-hua: <good morning.> good morning. i hope you're ready to learn everyone, because we have a lot of material to cover.

Arthur: *reading his textbook* "..." <I found a typo.>

fang-hua: *checks it* huh. well i'll be. <thank you> arthur.

Arthur: ^_^

shinra: *mumbling* 'teacher's pet'...

fang-hua: hope you're all still paying attention. because not only will we be learning the language, we'll be learning about chinese history and culture. hopefully these lessons show you there's more to know about china than kung-fu, chinese food, and pandas.

shinra: *nod nod*

Victor: "Excellent! We look forward to the education!"

-elsewhere-

Chuuya: "Sonia, lunch is ready."

sonia: ok papa.

Chuuya: *opens the refrigerator, spots an egg carton* "... ... ..."

sonia: *sitting down*

Chuuya: "..." *hums* "Piyo, piyo, piyo..."

sonia: *giggle*

Chuuya: *bows, serving the plate of lunch* "Nice to meet you, Piyo-chan's eggs!"

sonia: *laughter*

Chuuya: *smiles* "Okay, that constitutes lunch and a show--eat up!"

-elsewhere-

Rin: "...You know, they could probably make the biggest shaved ice in the world with that thing."

izumo: i'd probably not recommend it.

Bon: "It's been collecting a lot of birds..."

-elsewhere-

Dr. John: *sits down* "Some patients are getting released--some, a little more slowly."

sachiko: ah.

Dr. John: "That boy, Shotaro, is heading out."

sachiko: ...he's a good kid.

Dr. John: "Yeah--it's rare to see someone so innocent in this world."

-elsewhere-

Tanizaki: "And that makes at least 20 children missing."

atsushi:...damn....

odasaku: *his hands are shaking*

Kyoka: "...We've interviewed some teachers, trying to find descriptions..."

Lucy: "..." *pats Atsushi's hand*

atsushi: ....

Kyoka: "We'll be doing another search in a few minutes...I'm not sure police will continue."

sylvia: ....

Kyoka: "...Sylvia, maybe Tanizaki and Naomi need help with paperwork."

sylvia: o-ok...

Tanizaki: *smiles* "We can start with alphabetizing some files."

sylvia: o-o-ok!

Kyoka: *small smile* "Atsushi, coming?"

atsushi: yeah.

Lucy: "I'm going, too."

atsushi: the more the merrier!

Kyoka: *nods* "We'll divide up to question anyone who may know where the children are..."

-elsewhere-

Dazai: *petting Mii*

mii: *purrr* =w=

Dazai: *small smile* *sighs*

mii: o^o?

Dazai: "It's crazy...This city, life..."

*looks out the window at the ice pillar*

kirako: yeah, this is a crazy place to live. but never a dull day goes by here, huh?

Dazai: "True...Guess that's a good part to it...Where you wanted to settle?"

kirako: well, i was hoping to live in Los Angeles, but that seemed too problematic, so i moved here.

Dazai: "Ever wanted to vacation?"

kirako: there's a few places i've wanted to see. ^^

Dazai: "Maybe abroad?"

kirako: i guess Luxembourg is a place i've wanted to see.

Dazai: *smiles* "Maybe on a return trip to Germany..."

kirako: maybe. ^^;

Dazai: "...This time without getting pummeled..."

*smash-cut of Dazai's humiliation conga against Sturm*

kirako: yikes.

-elsewhere-

Bakugo: *pushes open the cafe door* "Where's our table?!"

tsugumi: um...

itsuka: *pats bakugou's hand* we made reservations under 'bakugou'?

tsugumi: ah, right this way.

Bakugo: -\\\^\\\- "Yeah, that's what I thought...Got to get some food and studying in..."

itsuka: ^^

Bakugo: "Where're the others..."

eijiro: we're here!

Bakugo: " 'Bout time! Sit down, open the book to Page 281!"

-elsewhere-

Kid: "I think you'll enjoy dessert."

stocking: oooh~ *shiny eyes*

Kid: "What would you say...to cake, with buttery frosting, topped with fruit and syrup?"

stocking: yes please~

Kid: *smiles* "Then..." *reveals a covered plate*

stocking: *mouth watering*

Kid: "Chambord raspberry Dutch chocolate cake~"

stocking: you know me so well.

Kid: "I strive to..." *cheek smooch*

stocking: hehehe~...arent you gonna kiss the other side too~?

Kid: "Oh, dear--are you asking me~?"

stocking: *smooch*

Kid: ^\\\^ "Mmm."

-elsewhere-

Mr. Uraraka: "I'm home..." *holds up take-out* "Sorry--work held us up."

ochako: hey dad!

hagakure: hey mr u!

Mr. Uraraka: "Hey! How are you, Toru?"

toru: doing good.

satou: studying hard, sir!

Mr. Uraraka: *smiles* "Good to hear it!" *hands Ochaco some food* "Make sure to eat healthy--you'll need the energy for the test."

-elsewhere-

Victor: @w@ "...So many words..."

shinra: still, the terracotta army sounds pretty cool, right?

tamaki: two languages....im gonna die.

Arthur: "I will confirm whether the army's remains rest inside the terracotta--"

nozomi: i wouldnt recommend that. ._.;

Mika: "..."

lacus: how was recon?

Mika: "Nothing...I mean, fine."

lacus: ??

Mika: "..." *rubs his eyes* "I have something to do."

lacus: oh?

Mika: *walks to his luggage*

lacus: need to change? gotcha. *exits*

Mika: "..." *doesn't close the door, pulls out a photo*

-it was of yuuichiro's first day at the hyakuya orphanage, some time before the vampires attacked. yuu seemed rather grouchy, while the others looked quite happy-

Mika: *sighs* "Why now..."

{Mika: "..." *nudge, smiles*}

{yuuichiro: *mumbles*}

{akane: doesnt say a lot, does he?}

{Mika: "Maybe not in so many words..." ^^; }

{yuuichiro: i can talk just fine. >n<}

{Mika: *laughs* "See? Although, doesn't hurt to say more than five words now and then."}

Mika: "...Why now..."

-elsewhere-

Pan: "Here is the mission summary..." *hands a folder*

ogun: overseas, huh? neato.

juria: *rolls eyes*

Pan: "The Commander is putting you through some language-development, cultural training, and a last bit of combat training--"

juria: *pulls out a cigarette* are they just seriously understaffed or something?

Pan: -_-# "The Commander considered you best for this job...Don't be rude, put that away."

juria: *snuffs it.....pulls out a cigar*

Pan: "THAT IS NOT BETTER!"

ogun: ._.;

Pan: "Put it out, then run 40 laps!"

juria: tch-

-elsewhere-

Benimaru: "...Why the hell should the Seventh send anyone?" ((Someone, convince him))

maki: well, a translator would be helpful.

fang-hua: plus i've already offered to help them with lessons.

Benimaru: "...Keep them out of trouble, and be ready to work twice as hard when you return."

fang-hua: understood, sir.

Benimaru: "Who is leading this overseas trip?"

maki: i believe the supervisor/chaperone will be captain pan of the 4th.

Benimaru: "Hmm...The Fourth are more traditional firefighters: they can put out a fire, but can they handle a fight?"

maki: well, from what i've seen. ogun and juria are pretty capable fighters. and pan makes a good support unit.

fang-hua: plus, shinra and arthur both trained at the 4th's school.

Benimaru: "...Fine. Maybe there's hope for this mission yet." *looks at Fang-Hua* "Be safe, Kohana."

fang-hua: *sweatdrop* will do, sir.

Benimaru: *nods* "Excuse me--I'll continue patrol."

-elsewhere-

Honda: "THIS WILL BE GOOD FOR YOU!" *pat pat* "Enjoy the trip!"

takeru: t-thank you sir! hopefully i'll get to see mom too.

-elsewhere-

Todoroki: *dragging a huge chunk of ice behind him...looks like someone is frozen inside*

jirou: ._. um....

Todoroki: "I can explain..." *points inside*

*Mineta is frozen inside*

jirou: perfect. good job, todoroki. *walks away*

Todoroki: *nods* "..." *looks at the ice* "..." *shoves the iceberg in front of some lockers, walks away*

Mineta: 0_0 *muffled yelling*

-no one helped him-

-elsewhere-

Tanizaki: *opens the car door* "Heading to your appointment, Haruno?"

kirako: yeah.

Tanizaki: "Well, buckle in--I'll get you there on time." *turns on the ignition* "How are you feeling?"

kirako: doing well.

Tanizaki: *nods* "Work keeping you busy?"

-elsewhere-

Akutagawa: "..." *sits in the corner*

sonia: ?? uncle ryuu?

Akutagawa: "??? ...Yes?"

sonia: *hug*

Akutagawa: "...Um...What is happening?"

sonia: you looked sad.

Akutagawa: "...Well, I suppose I am...Thanks?"

sonia: ....

Akutagawa: "..." *ahem* "I'll be fine...Thank you. You can go play..."

sonia:...*exits*

Akutagawa: "..." *curls up*

higuchi: that girl's a natural empath, huh?

Akutagawa: "...Yes."

sonia: *takes a seat and watches the others, not saying much of anything*

Jakob: *pushing a shopping cart*

Motojiro: *pointing flowers out to Leo*

Kafka: *furiously typing* "This damn budget..."

leo: ^///^

leroux:...? did you need something, young one?

sonia:...im good for now.

Walter: "We could make you a snack."

sonia: ok.

Walter: ^w^ "Many pizza rolls?"

-elsewhere-

Joker: "Hmm..." *looking over a birth certificate and ID with his photo on it*

ivy: how is it?

Joker: "Looking good...I think it'll pass."

ivy: thanks, i had a contact on the inside help me out.

Joker: "Good contact...Now to wait for Victor's report."

-elsewhere-

Fulham: "Good work...Take a break?"

pearl: yeah...

Fulham: *hands her a bottle of water* "..."

pearl: *takes it, accidently touching his hand slightly* .///. s-sorry about that.

Fulham: "...It's fine..." >\\\\>

foien: *whistling*

Fulham: -\\\\-# *grunts*

-one week later…-

ochako: *gulp*

denki + mina: *INTERNALLY SCREAMING*

Aizawa: "Take out your pens, keep the test face down..." *passing out the test*

ochako: ...

-later-

Izuku: *lets out a sigh of relief* "Well, that's done..." *looks around--* "!!!" O_o; "Um...You all okay?"

mina: im dead.

Koda: *signing* <It was too much...> Q___Q

denki: and then there's the practical exam later today. Q___Q;;

Izuku: ^^; "I mean, it'll just be like the entrance exam, right? If we could handle supervillains, we can handle that, right?"

-and so-

Aizawa: "Okay, you're all here."

Izuku: ._.; "...Why are all the teachers here?"

hagakure: there's like....8 of them? maybe more?

Aizawa'a neck: *muffled* "I'm afraid there's been a change of plans."

sero: what the-

*Out of Aizawa' s scarf pops up--*

Nezu: "Hello, students!"

ochako: *struggles not to laugh*

Thirteen: "...Um, cozy on there, sir?" *helps him down*

mina: must be nice...wish i had fur...

jirou: probably kind of smelly in there.

mina: i havent slept in days.

Aizawa: -_-# *Death glare at Jirou z

jirou: 737;;;

Nezu: "Quite. Now, then, I'm sure you heard the rumor you would fight robots--"

Denki: "Gonna zap them bots!"

Nezu: "Actually, no."

momo: eh?

Denki: "Say wha?" QwQ

midnight: you're gonna be fighting us~ ^^

mina:. .__________.

Nezu: "But the good news is we have made it more of a fair fight."

momo: how so?

Aizawa: "First, you'll be in teams of two. And no, you don't get to pick your teammate: yours has already been chosen."

everyone: (please dont let me be on a team with mineta, please dont let me be on a team with mineta)

Mineta: "PLEASE LET MY TEAMMATE BE HOT!"

midnight: QUIET YOU.

Mineta: "YES, MISTRESS!"

-death glares at mineta all around-

Aizawa: "You're paired with Sero. You can apologize to him later. Now, let's review who is teamed with whom and which instructor they are facing..."

*Looks cloudy...or like something is falling from the sky...*

tsuyu: kero?

Aizawa: "Let's see...Midoriya is paired with Bakugo--"

*It feels...hotter right now...*

Bakugo: *burning rage*

ochako: ._.;

Izuku: Q___Q

*A shadow looms...*

???: "Against me!"

*It hits the ground*

mina: woah.

*All Might lands...*

All Might: "...Sorry! Did I scare you?"

-and so-

momo: *following behind todoroki*

Todoroki: "Yaoyorozu, make small objects--it'll let us know when Aizawa is near..."

momo: r-right…

Todoroki: "...So, my plan is I'll draw him out, you run for the exit..."

momo: .....

-with bakugou and izuku-

izuku: kacchan, wait up!

Bakugo: "STOP FOLLOWING ME!"

izuku: listen, it'd be wiser to escape than to fight him! (and if all-might runs out of time before then, then it'd be bad....)

Bakugo: "Bullshit! Let's exhaust him, distract him, play possum--THEN END HIM AND WIN!"

izuku: ..still, e-even with the handicaps, this is all-might we're talking about, there's no way we can beat him-

*SWING*

izuku: *just barely dodges*

Bakugo: "You think I'm weak?!"

izuku: if we want to pass this exam, you need to listen to me, kacchan.

Bakugo: "No, I don't! I don't need you, your powers, or anything from you to win this! I'm going to stand out this time--for the right reasons! So out of my way!" *shoves him*"

izuku: *grips fist* QUIT BEING SO STUBBORN AND ACTUALLY TALK TO ME, BAKUGOU!

Bakugo: "THE HELL YOU CALL ME?!"

*Sounds like wind is blowing through...really quickly...*

-BOOOOOOOM-

izuku: ._.

Bakugo: "?!" *turns*

izuku: (aw, biscuits)

*All Might stands blocks away*

All Might: "Oh, are you two in for a bad time..."

izuku: come on, lets go!

All Might: *rushes*

Bakugo: "..." *frozen*

izuku: !!!!

All Might: *right in front of Bakugo* "YOU'RE DONE HERE!"

Bakugo: "..." *aims* "STOP UNDERESTIMATING ME! STUN GRENADE!"

*Light explodes into All Might's eyes*

All Might: "URK!"

Bakugo: *aims again--*

All Might: "..." *sniffs--then reaches, grabbing Bakugo by the face*

Bakugo: "!!!"

All Might: "Did you think I couldn't predict where you'd stand, boy?"

Bakugo: *muffled* "I expected that..." *shoves his hands at All Might's ribs, and fires small bursts of fire*

All Might: "Ow ow OW OW OW OW OWIE!"

izuku: (he's relentless...)

All Might: *swings Bakugo over his head--then slams him to the street, forming an outline in the pavement

Bakugo: "ACH!" *coughs up blood*

All Might: "Sorry about that! But those stung a bit...Now, where is..."

izuku: !!!! *full cowl, jumps back*

All Might: *goes to move--then stops* ._.; "Oh...This is going to be bad..."

???: "OUT OF MY WAY, NERD!"

izuku: ??!!

*Bakugo has already leapt...into Izuku's path*

izuku: !!!!

*CRASH*

izuku: GAH!

*They slam down onto the pavement*

All Might: "...Ouchie."

izuku: urk-

Bakugo: *gets up* "I'M NOT DONE!" *rushes towards All Might*

izuku: bakugou, i told you, you cant beat him head on!

Bakugo: "It doesn't matter! I'm gonna win--because heroes always win!"

izuku: ....

{young!izuku: *shiny eyes*}

{Young!Bakugo: "WAM! Look at him go! All Might's so cool!"}

izuku: i know, but right now isnt the time for tha-

Bakugo: "I said back off--" *looks up* "?!!! Guard--"

izuku: o____o (aw, double biscuits)

*All Might is leaping down from a roof, carrying a guard rail--which he slams down onto Izuku, trapping him*

izuku: !!!!

All Might: "You say run? I say STAY DOWN! BWA HA HA!"

Bakugo: "..." *facepalm*

izuku: (that just....killed the mood.) *sweatdrop*

All Might: "...Oh, right! Villain-stuff. Um--" *slams his fist into Bakugo's abs* "Does that work?"

Bakugo: *coughs up blood and more* *knocked down the street*

izuku: !!! KACCHAN!!

{boy: you saw that one, right?}

{Young!Bakugo: "Four against one--but nothing that All Might can't handle! Look, he knocked them down!"}

{young!izuku: wow!}

{Young!Bakugo: "No matter how bad it looks, All Might always wins!"}

Bakugo: *coughing*

izuku: *trying to get out* (you’re a real jerk, but it’s true…no matter the challenge, you always try to win, that’s what i…)

All Might: "I understand your frustration, Young Bakugo--but please, stop comparing yourself to Midoriya. I get it--he's advancing quickly, but he's still at Level 1, and you're at Level 50. Naturally, you'll have different rates of progress, so don't throw it all away. What you should focus on is--"

Bakugo: "SHUT UP...ALL MIGHT!"

izuku: !!

Bakugo: "If you're about to tell me to work with him, that I need _his_ help...I'd rather lose!"

Izuku: ………

All Might: "...I see." *pulls back his arm* "As long as you have no regrets..."

Bakugo: *stands, panting*

-PUNCH-

All Might: "?!!"

Bakugo: *knocked back*

izuku: 'you'd rather lose'? that's not the kacchan i know! *grabs him and runs*

Bakugo: "Let go of me!"

-elsewhere-

momo: *popping out matryoshka dolls*

Todoroki: "...Really, Yaoyorozu?"

momo: 7.7 i-it's sentimental...

Todoroki: "Hmm...Can't argue with that...Any change to your ability to produce them?"

momo: not yet...im amazed you came up with a strategy so quickly...im rather envious of your strong judgement.

Todoroki: "??? It was nothing special--"

momo:......we both got in on recommendations, but i've barely shown any practical hero skills...

Todoroki: "Yaoyorozu, I think--Wait...Your matryoshkas!" *looks around*

momo: !!!!

???: *above them* "You should've noticed sooner--"

momo: !!! todoroki!

Todoroki: *swings, trying to get out of the way--*

Aizawa: *sends scarves around Todoroki* "Too slow..." *eyes open*

Todoroki: "Yaoyorozu, run!"

momo:....*flees*

Aizawa: "That's the best you geniuses came up with?" *tightens the scarves, roping Todoroki up over the ground*

Todoroki: "When I get loose--!"

Aizawa: *tosses something along the street*

Todoroki: "...Caltrops? I didn't take you for a ninja, sir."

Aizawa: "I didn't take you as so oblivious not to listen to your classmate."

Todoroki: "???"

momo: (the gate cant be much farther, right? im sure he's fine, right? is this ok? can i really run like this? where am i even running to? what am i doing? is this ok?)

young!momo?: just where _are_ you running?

momo: ?!

*A scarf wraps around her wrist*

momo: !!!!

Aizawa: "Hook, line, and sinker.”

momo: *frozen*

Aizawa: "Still reeling from the Sports Festival?" *tugs on the scarf*

momo: !!! (wait...he's not blocking out my quirk....)

young!momo: this is your chance, take it!

Aizawa: "..."

momo: *wrist wheel and escapes, running to where todoroki is*

Aizawa: "...Still running off to Todoroki, huh?"

momo: ...

young!momo: you're really going to help him?

momo: (of course, he's my friend!)

young!momo: (you know he's better than you. you've seen him, and decided that, right? thus you lost your way, right?)

momo: .....

young!momo: you arent going to say anything?

momo: (just shut up. i know, he's better than i am...but that just means i have to improve myself, right?}

young!momo: now you're catching on.

momo:...*nods and runs*

Todoroki: *hanging around* "...Idiot...She was holding back, but I didn't say anything..."

momo: todoroki!

Todoroki: "Yaoyorozu? What are you--"

momo: im really sorry for getting distracted! *looking around*

Todoroki: "We can apologize to each other later--but Aizawa is coming back! You have a plan, right?"

momo: ....yeah, but if your strategy failed, then mine will-

Todoroki: "Then do it! I know you can! Remember the two votes you got for class president?"

momo: yes, but-

Todoroki: "I voted for you!"

momo: !!!! really?

Todoroki: "Yes! Because I knew you would be perfect for it!"

???: "You done?"

momo: ......*pulls something out* TODOROKI, CLOSE YOUR EYES!

Todoroki: "!!!" *closes them*

-MATRYSHKA FLASH BOMB-

Aizawa: "GAH!" *covers his face, but took late...*

Todoroki: "..." *slowly opens his eyes--can see fine*

momo: *helping him down* let's go! i have a plan! for now we need to hide. his eyes havent been well recently.

Todoroki: "...Right! Especially after USJ..."

momo: for now, we just need to escape his line of sight. So just keep using your ice.

Todoroki: "Trying, but he's following..."

momo: well, he's still human. he has to blink sometime...

Todoroki: "..." *his skin starts crackling* "Got some!" *launches an ice wall*

momo: *creating something from her stomach*

Todoroki: "??? Next step, yaoyorozu?"

momo: just got to finish this, then we can move to step two...

-they look like....bandages?-

Todoroki: "Aizawa's scarves?"

momo: sort of. i dont know the exact material, but i improvised with a little something extra...

-and so-...

-two cloaked figures dart for the exit-

Aizawa: *on rooftop, facing the ice wall, blocking the path to the exit gate* "...So, cloak themselves so I can't erase...Simple, but effective..." *leaps, wraps the scarves around the figures' "heads"*

momo: *ducks down, revealing a catapault*

-LAUNCH-

Aizawa: "?!"

momo: todoroki! now!

Todoroki: *blasts fire through the cloak--*

Aizawa: *leaps, dodging* ("They knew I would dodge...What kind of a plan is this?")

momo: ever heard of nitinol alloy? when heated, it temporarily reverts to its original form.

-SNAG-

Aizawa: "..." *drops like a lead balloon* "...Zzz..."

momo: .... ._. *check's pulse*....he's alive....*phew*....thanks todoroki......awkward fist bump?

Todoroki: "Uuum...Sure, after we get the cuffs on him..."

-elsewhere-

mina: OHCRAPOHCRAPOHCRAPOHCRAP!!!

denki: MOMMYYYYY!!! Q~Q;;;;

*BOOM SMASH CLANG*

mina + denki: *SCREAMING LIKE BABIES*

jirou: 0-0;

satou: that's...pretty terrifying.

Nezu: *pouring himself some tea* "Mmm...Something's missing..." *reaches for the sugar--knocking a lever in the wrecking ball* "Whoopsie!"

*The wrecking ball knocks down a building*

hagakure: *she has a bandage on where her nose would be* do you think the others are having trouble too?

tsuyu: who knows.

Nezu: "Hmm...Well, there are no mistakes--just happy little accidents..." *sips* "...BWA HA HA HA!"

-meanwhile-

ochako: *hanging on for dear life* Q_Q;;;

Thirteen: "I really dislike to fight--I prefer waiting to catch prey..." *using Black Hole*

Aoyama: *hanging on next to Ochaco* "Oh, my~ That quirk certainly...sucks."

ochako: NOW ISNT THE TIME FOR BAD JOKES! THIS IS A LIFE OR DEATH SITUATION! (come on ochako! think! ah, if i were on a team with todoroki, or deku, or momo, GAH! WHY COULDNT THEY PUT ME ON A TEAM WITH A GOOD TACTICIAN?!)

Aoyama: "Pardonne moi--"

ochako: aoyama i swear to-

Aoyama: "Let's see...You were thinking of Midoriya, and Yaoyorozu..."

ochako: what are you, a mind reader?!

Aoyama: "Aaaaand...Todoroki?"

ochako: 7///7; t-that's none of your-

{Todoroki: "You’re radiant."}

ochako: o////////////////o EH?! *her fingers slip* !!!!!!!!!

Aoyama: "Oh, no~"

Thirteen: "What?!"

{Gunhead: "Remember your attacks!"}

ochako: !!!! *takes a stance* *winces*

Thirteen: *throws off Black Hole, trying to swing an arm, but--*

*CRASH*

Thirteen: @___@ "Ow..."

Aoyama: *lets go, applauds* "Magnifique!"

ochako: *opens her eyes* ah...im...i....(im...alive....).....ah! cuffs! cuffs!

Thirteen: *coming to...* "Ugh..." *swings an arm, but--*

-le cuff-

-later, after all the exams were finished-

mina: Q-Q

sero: TT~TT we lost.

eijiro: *pap pap QwQ

Denki: *blue-screen-of-death in his chair* X~X

Mineta: *humming* ^w^

sero: *GLARE AT MINETA*

Mineta: "Hello, classmates. Wonderful time was had by all, was it not?"

Denki: *muttering* "He's wearing some fedora, isn't he?"

sero: WE FREAKING LOST, MAN!

Mineta: "True...but when we face off against a sadistic goddess, is that _really_ losing?"

jirou: *grabs him by the neck* ARE YOU EVEN _FUCKING_ LISTENING?! do you ever wonder why people dont like you? because you're garbage! you treat women like sex objects and follow your own perverted logic over any morals you might possibly possess! maybe, if you werent such a piece of shit, and started treating others with a shred of decency and respect, then _MAYBE_ we might take you seriously!

Mineta: "..." QwQ "B-B-But I love women! What do you mean I don't show them respect?! I admire, appreciate, and celebrate their beauty in all forms--"

jirou: NO YOU DON’T! what you call ‘respecting’ is just objectifying them for your dirty fantasies! if you want to be a hero, you need to check your fucking values. Society is gonna keep on changing. And its our job as the next generation to make sure it changes for the better…

Mineta: Q___Q

Denki: "..." *looks down*

satou: *claps*

-in the hallway-

ochako: *wobbling slightly* ...... *remembering how close she was to being sucked up into thirteen’s black hole*.....*shaking and collapses to her knees* i...im ok...im alive...im breathing...i..im....*cries*

Todoroki: *walking* "!!! Ochaco..." *kneels down*

ochako: !!! t-todoroki! *wipes her eyes* c-congrats on the exam... ^^ *trying to smile, but she's still shaking bad*

Todoroki: "..." *holds her shoulders carefully* "What's wrong?"

ochako: just....h-had a near death experience today.....

Todoroki: "...Ochaco..."

ochako:....*sniff* it was really scary...i thought i was a goner for sure... and....

Todoroki: "..." *hug*

ochako: !!!!

Todoroki: "I'm sorry...I'm glad you're safe--that shouldn't have happened."

ochako: s-still, i won, right? so that's something....

Todoroki: *nods* "...Um..." *pulls back* "Right. That's great news--so, surviving is just even better."

ochako: y-yeah.....

Todoroki: "...Maybe something to eat would help?"

ochako g-good call....thanks. *small smile*

-elsewhere-

tomura: *grumbling*

shaula: so that's basically what all went down.

Kurogiri: "No word on this 'project'?"

beatrice: nothing.

tomura: and we just keep getting run of the mill villains and stain fanatics....

himiko: lots of new friends!

Kurogiri: "Give them a chance--they at least increase our numbers."

tomura: hmph.

himiko: we got mr spinner, mr muscular, miss magne, lil mustard-

*knock*

Kurogiri: "???"

-a woman dressed in black with black eyes enters-

woman: this is where the league of villains is, yes?

Kurogiri: "Who are you?"

woman: *hands him a card, 'banshee'* i heard through word of mouth this is where all the villains are gathering these days.

tomura: this is a group for professional villains, not some evil employment agency-

Dabi: "Let her talk."

banshee: thank you, hun~ *wink*

Dabi: "???" -\\\\-

tomura: =____=# (pathetic) let me guess, another stain fanatic?

banshee: hmm? i've heard _of_ him. never met him myself. but that's not why i'm here. im simply looking for a place to stay and get on my feet, you see.

tomura:...she's tolerable.

Kurogiri: "Your quirk?"

banshee: the name 'banshee' should give it away.

himiko: do you like babies? OvO

tomura: too many people....im going to bed....*grumbling*

banshee:....well _someone's_ in a sour mood.

himiko: dont mind hiiiim, shiggy's a bit of a mr grouchypants.

Kurogiri: "He's fine--if he didn't kick you out, you'll be okay."

-elsewhere-

ochako: *sipping her slurpy*

Hyde: "How you holding up?"

ochako: a-alright. better, i think.

Todoroki: "It's okay...It's understandable."

Hyde: "..."

ochako: ....so, a-any interesting things happen today, hyde?

Hyde: "Usual customers--including someone hunting through the milk to find the latest expiration date."

ochako: ah.

Hyde: "So, Todoroki, you and Ochaco are in the same class..."

Todoroki: "...Yes, this has been established."

Hyde: "...Hey, Ochaco! How about some donuts, too?"

ochako: sounds good. *goes to get some* and i need to stock up on cocoa moo.

Hyde: "Ha! Good one..." *looks at Todoroki...takes off his glasses* "I see how you look at her...You like her, right?"

Todoroki: "?!" 7///7 “W-well-“

Hyde: *smiles* "If you hurt her, I'll hunt you down and cut out your liver."

Todoroki: "...You're a villain or something? If you hurt her--"

Hyde: *holds up his hands* "Nope! Just looking out for my buddy."

Todoroki: "...I won't. And you won't lay a hand on me. My power--"

Hyde: *absolutely calm* "--is nothing compared to mine." *smiles*

Todoroki: "..."

ochako: im back.

*Hyde and Todoroki are staring at each other*

ochako: is everything ok?

???: oi, shit rat, what are you doing?

Hyde: "Licht! Come on in and say hi to Todoroki!"

Todoroki: "..."

licht:....*up in todoroki's face* todoroki?

Todoroki: *serious face, but sweating* ("What the hell is with these two?")

licht: *hugs him to his chest* baby brother.

Hyde: OwO; "??"

ochako: um ._. i-i think you have the wrong todoroki family, mr licht.

Todoroki: "??? Uuuuuuuuuuum..."

licht: *pat pat* i'll keep you safe now, because i am an angel. and you can be an angel too, lil bro.

Todoroki: "...Thank you?" ._.;

Hyde: "A fire and ice angel?"

ochako: *looks at hyde* your BF is something else, hyde.

Hyde: >\\\\w\\\\> "I know..."

licht: *KICKS HYDE INTO THE CIELING* dont lie to your coworkers, shit rat.

ochako: D8

Todoroki: ._____.;;;

Hyde: "Not here in public, Licht~"

ochako:....*shrugs to say 'dont ask me;*

licht:....

-too violent to show-

Todoroki: "...I feel like as heroes we should have stopped this."

ochako: somehow....i feel like hyde was actually enjoying this.... im not gonna judge.

-elsewhere-

Bakugo: *unconscious in infirmary bed*

{izuku: ngh....}

{All Might: *lifting Izuku by his arm, while his foot holds down Bakugo*}

{Bakugo: *struggles to get up--*}

{All Might: *presses his foot down more*}

{izuku: !!}

{Bakugo: ("Damn it! I thought I could tire him--but no, he doesn't stop! His spirit is too much...") }

{All Might: "Well, Young Midoriya, that's a face that conveys fear--when you realize the best plan you had is not enough..." *tosses Izuku*}

{izuku: GAH!}

{All Might: "I'm sorry...but it's over. You've fail--"}

{Bakugo: "CRAM IT!"}

{All Might: "?!"}

{Bakugo: *opens his hand--releasing one of the last explosions he has stored up*}

{*BOOOOOOOOOOM*}

{izuku: !!}

{All Might: *shields himself*}

{*In the explosion's light, Bakugo grabs Izuku*}

{izuku: huh-}

{Bakugo: "Okay, fine! He's too strong for us! So this is our last shot..." *aims for the gate, pulls back, ready to swing Izuku*}

{izuku: WOAH!!}

{Bakugo: "If you screw this up, I'LL KILL YOU!" *toss with an explosive BOOM*}

{izuku: !!!!!!!!!}

{*Something is running very quickly towards Izuku*}

{izuku: !!!!}

{???: "New Hampshire..."}

{izuku: !!!!!!}

{All Might: "SMASH!" *slams his back into Izuku's*}

{izuku: URK-}

{*Izuku goes stumbling towards the Gate, just stopping in front of it*}

{All Might: "Too naive, Midoriya! You knew I would be too fast--"}

{Bakugo: "ALL MIGHT!"}

{All Might: *turns* "?!"}

{Bakugo: "You're right...We can't beat you...without taking risks..." *pushes off his shattered gauntlets*}

{izuku: kacchan-}

{Bakugo: "Run, you nerd! 'Cause without those gauntlets, I'm firing at full blast!"}

-...-

izuku:....nnggg...

{izuku: ... *watching*}

{Bakugo: *down on the street...his wrists look broken*}

{izuku:....*powers up a full cowl and jumps back*}

{All Might: "Now, to deal with Midoriya--" *turns--* "?!!!" ("He's...smiling?")}

{-SMASSSSSSH-}

{*All Might is knocked off his feet*}

{Bakugo: "..." *he's knocked out*}

{izuku: *hoists him up, and full cowl jumps for the gate*....(take it easy, kacchan...) }

izuku: *coming to* huh?

Bakugo: *he's breathing...his wrists are bandaged*

izuku:.......

???: "Don't wake him up..."

izuku: *looks up*

*All Might, in his depowered form, waves*

izuku: *wave*

All Might: "Where does it still hurt?"

izuku: still sore everywhere, but recovery girl helped out...

All Might: *nods* "...You unleashed a fully powered attack."

izuku: yeah....h-how did i do?

All Might: "Well, you made me cough up blood..." ^^;

izuku: sorry about that. ^^;

All Might: "And you got Bakugo and yourself out of the Gate: you passed."

izuku:...*smiles*

All Might: "You've done great...Looks like you're getting better control over your quirk."

izuku: thanks. *glances at bakugou*.....he really went all out....

All Might: "Yes...I suppose that, for all the differences between you two, that's at least one thing you have in common."

-elsewhere-

Iida: "Momo?"

momo: *smiles* hey tenya. how was the exam for you?

Iida: "Passed! You?"

momo: yeah.

-she explains what all happened-

Iida: "...Momo...I'm sorry. Do you feel more confident?"

momo: i think so.

Iida: *nods* "It's good to have teammates to remind you of your strengths."

momo: *smiles*

Iida: *smiles--then dirt falls off his armor*

momo:...you need a duster?

Iida: "...Sure." ^\\\^

-elsewhere-

Tokoyami: "Good work."

tsuyu: thanks.

hagakure: you did great, tsu!

tsuyu: ^^...what happened to you?

hagakure: mr snipe accidently hit me in the nose Q_Q

Shoji: "He apologized--and will probably be disciplined."

-elsewhere-

ao: you've been doing a lot of training lately, miss anya.

Anya: "I need to..."

ao: well, try not to over-exert yourself

Anya: *sigh* "I know..." *pushes her hair back*

ao: do you ever cut your hair?

Anya: "What?"

ao: in certain cultures, cutting one's hair is considered an act of changing one's self.

Anya: "...Huh. Really?"

ao: a way of 'cutting away past mistakes' as it were.

Anya: "...Have you cut hair before?"

ao: when i was younger, yes.

Anya: "Hmm..." *gets up, walks to the bureau*

ao: ...

Anya: "..." *picks up a pair of scissors...looks up at the mirror*

-her reflection stares back-

Anya: "..." *keeps staring into the mirror, as she grabs her hair, making it taut as she takes the scissors and--*

*SNIP*

tsugumi: anya? you up? ...oh.

Anya: "..." *sniff*

tsugumi:...new look?

Anya: Q_Q *nod nod*

tsugumi:....looks nice. ^^

Anya: T\\\\\T "Thank you..."

-elsewhere-

noriko: *looking at upcoming events for death city* hmm...

???: "What do you think?"

noriko: oh lord kishin...what is our best opportunity for us to perform your miracles and spread your message?

*silence*

noriko: *muttering a prayer*

???: *joins Noriko*

-red moonlight shines down through the gaps of the ceiling, shining on one article...-

noriko: ???

-seems to be a flyer for a spring festival-

???: "Hmm...Odd."

noriko: then it is decided...we will make our move then...

-elsewhere-

Hibana: *shiny eyes* "Shopping trip..." *holds up the Spring Festival article*

mikami: *smiles*

ryuuko: it's that time already?

Hibana: "Yes! And I think morale needs a boost here!"

-elsewhere-

Hyde: *his head is bandaged* "Hello! Is this where I can apply to work at the Spring Festival?"

nygus: why yes it is.

Hyde: "Super! Here's my resume! I also have letters of reference..."

-elsewhere-

Chuuya: "Zzz..."

{rain: *brushes her hand against his hair* *smiles*}

{Chuuya: =\\\\= "Stop that..."}

{rain: you look peaceful when you sleep.}

{Chuuya: "Well...knowing who's with me helps."}

{rain: hehe ^^ *nuzzle*}

Chuuya: *groans, pulls the sheets closer*

-...silence...-

Chuuya: "..." *sniffles*….. *hugs his pillow*

-creeeeak-

mito: *mew*

Chuuya: *sits up* "Mito?"

mito: *hops up onto the bed and nuzzles against him, purring*

Chuuya: "..." *pets her*

mito: =w=

Chuuya: *crying*

sonia: *pokes her head in*

Chuuya: *glances at her with tear filled eyes*

sonia:...*gives him a flower crown* we made these today.

Chuuya: *sniff* "Thank you, Sonia..." YuY *hug*

sonia: love you, papa. *hug*

Chuuya: *pat pat*

-morning-

chie: ^^

toru: gah!

Yohei: "Smile for the camera, Toru!"

toru: ^o^

chie: such a big boy! >u<

Yohei: "Yep! Wait until you get your presents!"

-elsewhere-

Hyde: *carrying his books--spots some girl with short hair at DWMA* "??? Huh. She looks familiar."

licht: good morning, princess.

Anya: O\\\\O "H-Hello, Licht."

Hyde: "... ... ..." *light bulb* "Oh, snap! New hairdo, Anya!"

-elsewhere-

Magaki: *nods* "Rowena."

rowena: how's everything adjusting for you?

alice: are you....comfortable?

Magaki: "Slightly better, thank you. Still getting used to the school given my...medical needs."

rowena: ah.. meet any new people?

Magaki: "Some...Not sure they all like me. Some seem a little scared."

rowena: want us to back you up?

Magaki: *nods* "Don't misunderstand--they aren't bullying me. I'm more worried for them--they sweat, turn...run really fast, sometimes into walls."

rowena: hmmm...

Magaki: "It's how I look, isn't it?"

alice: well, your eyes may be a slight bit off-putting.

rowena: *chop* alice!

Magaki: >_> "I didn't ask for them to look like this..."

rowena:.... ^^; m-maybe try contact lenses?

Magaki: "Hmm...That could help. Thank you."

-elsewhere-

Todoroki: "Many people are still absent due to injuries..."

fuyumi: sounds intense...

Todoroki: *nods* "I'm glad for some reprieve, though--the training for the next step will also be exhaustive..." *sighs* "Some people felt like they were going to die..."

fuyumi: i could imagine....

Todoroki: "...She looked on the verge of a breakdown..."

fuyumi: *listening*

Todoroki: "Ochaco had explained that she was facing Thirteen, the hero with the quirk Black Hole. She lost her grip and...almost got sucked in."

fuyumi: yikes.

Todoroki: *shakes his head* "If I lost her..."

fuyumi:...*pat pat* you like her, dont you?

Todoroki: "..." .\\\\. "Um..."

fuyumi: 7u7

Todoroki: "...Yes."

fuyumi: awww, how cute. my little brother's got his first crush! ^^

Todoroki: =\\\\= "Stop."

-elsewhere-

Bakugo: -_-# "I look like Mickey Mouse..." *his wrists are still bandaged*

itsuka: well, it could have been worse. *feeding him*

Bakugo: "..." *nom* =\\\n\\\= "Stupid Deku..."

itsuka: *pat pat*

Bakugo: "I wasn't even awake, and he's dragging me like some ragdoll. I don't need saving!"

itsuka:....*knowing grin*

Bakugo: "...What?"

itsuka: you still consider him a friend, dont you?

Bakugo: "A weakling like him?! Trying to steal _my_ spot as Number One?!"

itsuka: *raises a brow, grin still on her face*

Bakugo: "..." *looks away* "I'm not friends with him or anything..."

itsuka: then where did he get the nickname 'deku'?

Bakugo: "?!! He brought that on himself! I mean, it was so obvious! Look at the letters and who he is!"

itsuka: did he really?

Bakugo: "Well, yeah? Why, what are you saying?"

itsuka: i think part of you still cares about him, in one way or another...

Bakugo: "..." >\\\~\\\> "That's stupid..."

itsuka: *chuckle and cheek smooch* you can be really aggressive and kind of a dick, but i know you have your heart in the right place.

Bakugo: >\\\\\n\\\\<;; "...I'm not that much of a dick."

-elsewhere-

Kyoka: *looking over maps*

sylvia: *peeek*

Kyoka: "I can't find where they would have gone..."

sylvia: .....

Kyoka: "...Sylvia, if you were hiding, where would you go?"

sylvia: a-anywhere they wo-wouldnt find me? i used to hide a-a lot, but i always g-got found....

Kyoka: "...Sorry." *looks at her*

sylvia:....a-am i....gonna be a burden? i-im not really useful, a-and my ability just hurts people....

Kyoka: "We'll find how you are useful, whether through your ability or your other skills."

sylvia: i-i dont h-have any skills. e-except crying maybe..

Kyoka: "Well...you look innocent, so people may underestimate you."

sylvia: ....

Kyoka: "How about we try ways to trick someone into giving you information? Let's start with the puppy eyes..." *starts the puppy eyes*

sylvia: Q~Q;;;

Kyoka: "...Not bad. Now, let's try it on someone..." *points at Tanizaki...*

Tanizaki: *filing papers*

sylvia:.....Q~Q

Tanizaki: "...What are you doing?"

Kyoka: *stereo puppy dog eyes*

Tanizaki: "... ... ..." Q_____Q "Oh, no, what do you want from me?!"

sylvia:....*pathetic tiny crying*

Tanizaki: Q________Q *pulls money out of his wallet* "H-How about ice cream?"

yosano: ._.;

-elsewhere-

stocking: =w=

Kid: *smiles*

stocking: last night was amazing, kiddo~ *swirls a finger around his chest*

Kid: ^\\\\^ "I'm glad...I wanted to help."

stocking: *kiss*

Kid: "Mmm~"

stocking: *crawls onto his lap*

Kid: O\\\w\\\O

stocking: *tongue kiss* mmmn~<3

Kid: "!!!" =\\\\= *meets her kiss, his tongue passing along hers*

stocking: kid~

Kid *holding her* "Yes?"

stocking: im getting turned on again, you know~

Kid: "...Really?" *slides a hand, just barely touching the skin along her side*

stocking: *shudder* ahhh~

Kid: "You sound like it...But how do I really know~?" *he kisses her shoulder*

stocking: i want you to do me so hard that the sheets get soaked.

Kid: "Oh, damn..." *his hand rubs her inner thigh, as he pulls down the bedsheet*

-elsewhere-

Akitaru: "How's studying?"

tamaki: tiring, but interesting.

Akitaru: "And nun training?"

tamaki: coming along.

Akitaru: *nods* "It's a lot, but I know you can do it."

tamaki: thank you, sir!

Akitaru: *salutes*

-elsewhere-

Victor: *looking over news reports out of China* "Hmm...That's weird."

nozomi: oh dear. will we need gas masks?

Victor: "Looks like it--no idea what produced it. Maybe industry, or some natural--or supernatural?--event."

nozomi: well, it seems to have caused reason for evacuation to other areas, in any case.

Victor: "And if there are cops investigating, that'll make it more difficult to get there...Better check with the Commander about getting authorization to go in there..."

-elsewhere-

Motojiro: "PHOTO. SYN. THESIS!!!" *holds up a plant*

bessy: woooah.

philip: neat.

Motojiro: Yes, 'neat' indeed! By the power of the SUN--" *holds up the plant higher* "--its light is converted into energy to allow the chlorophyll--green pigment inside the plant--to generate its food!!! ..." *gestures at the grass* "And the chlorophyll puts happy smiles inside every blade of grass."

bessy: ^^

tom: wowzers.

Motojiro: "Now, let's take a look under microscope..." *sets one out, attached to his tablet* "This electronic microscope will let us all see what is in the plantlife!"

-the kids all peek-

sonia: ...

*Inside the grass are tiny smiling faces*

-the kids seem excited.-

Motojiro: ^w^

-elsewhere-

Poe: *hug*

rowena: ^^ *hug*

Poe: *awkward sibling pat*

rowena: how was work today for you?

Poe: "Okay...Just a bit draining."

rowena: ah. are you alright? did you eat well?

Poe: =~= "I was too anxious to eat..."

rowena: why dont we go to the hotel's restaurant then pick lana up from work?

Poe: *nod nod* "I would like that..."

rowena: *smiles* ^^

Poe: ^^; *opens the door, puts on sunglasses...pulls out an umbrella* "Too bright..."

rowena: i do have a friend with a similar problem. alice and i have been doing our best to help them fit in.

Poe: "Oh? That's sad...They have sunglasses?"

rowena: they're a bit sensitive to light...^^;

lenore: -_- _that's_ a way to put it.

Poe: "I think I could help--I know a lot about avoiding the sun!" ^^

rowena: im sure' they'd appreciate it.

-elsewhere-

Kid: *whistling, heating up food*

shiori: *drinking from her sippy cup*

Kid: "Hungry, little sister?"

shiori: ye.

Kid: "Let's have some carrots, then."

-elsewhere-

Aizawa: *pushing a cart of tissues*

namiko: TT~TT t-thanks....

Aizawa: "Any time...I needed some for when my students hear my decision about their exams."

namiko: you wont be too harsh on them, will you?

Aizawa: "I don't anticipate any problems..."

-elsewhere-

sero: TT~TT

mina: *CHUG CHUG*

Eijiro: "I have let down all who were counting on me!!!" T____T

Sato: *pat pat* T~T *not having milkshakes with the others--"designated driver" and not wanting to activate his Quirk*

sero: damn you minetaaaaa! TT~~~TT

Master: *watching* "..." *sets out another tray of milkshakes* "Here. On the house. You look like you need them."

mina: you're a kind person. TTuTT

Eijiro: "Thank you, Master..." *chug* "WHEN THIS IS OVER, WE'RE GOING TO DO BETTER IN THE NEXT EXAM AND BE THE MAJESTIC HEROES WE KNOW WE HAVE TO BE! And we're going to pound Mineta into the dirt!"

Master: *his hair is blown back by the shouting* "..." ("The manly youthfulness of heroes...")

sero: WE WILL BE AVENGED!!

Sato: "YES!" *smashes his fist down on another table--breaking it*

Hiro: Q_Q "...My sandwich was on that table..."

Sato: "..." *bawling*

mina: *pap pap*

Eijiro: *sniffles* "Maybe we at least passed the written exams...Then I would feel like I'm less of a failure."

mina: finger's crossed!

-elsewhere-

yana:....*spinning around in her chair*

Ivan: *dusting* *humming*

elizaveta: *with a bug net, looking around the wooded area around the house*

Gogol: *over her earpiece* "Find it yet?"

elizaveta: <not yet>

Gogol: <Just a bit more...>

-CATCH-

elizaveta: <i caught it!!> ^o^

Gogol: "YAY!"

lydia: ??

Gogol: "Show it to the camera!" *he had her wear camera-eyeglasses*

-snap-

Gogol: ^w^ <So proud...>

-elsewhere-

Katai: "I think that's the last box..."

keek: thanks a lot for this.

Katai: "Anything for a friend..." *sets it down* "That leaves setting up your bed, right?"

keek: yeah.

Katai: "I'll get on that--hold her for me." *hands Keek his futon*

keek: o-ok... ._. um....hello yoshiko.

Yoshiko: -silent, because she's a futon-

keek:... *sweatdrop*

-elsewhere-

Damon: *posing his doll* ^w^

becky: dad? do we have a camera?

soul: what for?

becky: pictures.

soul: ah.

Damon: "??? For keepsakes?"

becky: smile. ^^

Damon: "..." *nervous grin* "Um, cheese?"

-elsewhere-

Gin: *guarding the door* "..."

higuchi: has he said anything?

Gin: "Little. Requests for food, some books."

higuchi: *listening*

Mori: *muffled muffled--* "--Shizuka, why--" *muffled*

higuchi:....*peeeek*

Mori: *he hasn't shaved...he's holding something...*

higuchi:....*closes the door*

Gin: "...That bad?"

higuchi: define 'bad'

Gin: "...Is he dead?"

higuchi: unfortunately, no.

Gin: "Hmm. This is trying."

higuchi:.....

Gin: "At least it seems Goethe is containing him..."

higuchi: y-yeah....damn....i hate this.

Gin: "I know. For now, we can only make sure he isn't going anywhere..."

higuchi: he looked so pitiful....it makes me sick to feel sorry for him! after-....after all he's done...*shaking*

Gin: *holds Higuchi*

higuchi: *cries into her chest*

Gin: *strokes her head*

higuchi: *hic* r-rain...*hic*

Gin: *sniff* "I-I know..." ("I can't leave this post, unless I find someone else...")

naoya: want me to stand guard?

Gin: "Could you?"

naoya: sure thing. take all the time you need.

higuchi: t-thanks naoya.

Gin: *walks away with Higuchi*

-elsewhere-

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DEATH CITY DAYS CHAPTER 46

SUMMER BEACH TRIPS and more stuff

Sakuya: "Zzz..." naho: *snuggles* lilac: zzzz Sakuya: *holds both Naho and Lilac* "Mmm..." *yawn* naho: -w- Sakuya: "Morning..." naho: *yaaaawn* morning. Sakuya: "Hey...Time to get up, since we got some shopping to do." naho: *nods* Sakuya: "Any idea what to get for him?" *sits up in bed* naho: maybe something fancy? like cologne or something? Sakuya: "Does he even wear that stuff?" naho: i think so. *looks around* this is a personal theory but...i think he was a rich kid. Sakuya: "...So, rich kid runs off and joins the military?" naho: i dunno. maybe he was enlisted? Sakuya: "Maybe. I wonder how a rich boy deals getting tossed into the military." naho: *shrug* Sakuya: "...I think cologne can work. Maybe a card or something else too." -and so- Sakuya: *sniff sniff* "Woo! Really strong stuff..." naho: *looks*.... O_________O pricy.... Sakuya: "Eh, get something less pungent, less pricy." naho: good call. Salesperson: "Oh, hello, miss! Would you like to try this fragrance?" *sprays it at Naho* naho: unya! >.< Sakuya: *death glare* Salesperson: o___o;;; *tries to run* naho: =n= they could have asked first. Sakuya: "No kidding...Maybe if we complain to the manager, they'll knock the price down." -elsewhere- Lawless: *dancing while washing the dishes, in his boxers* romina: awooo! full moon out tonight! Lawless: "??? I'm still wearing--" romina: i know, i know. just havin' fun. julian: =///=; kranz: good morning all! *in only a bathrobe, having just gotten out of the shower* Lawless: "Oh, hey." romina: howdy! julian: good morning. Lawless: "Why the bathrobe?" kranz: just got out of the shower. it's licht's turn now. Lawless: "..." :3 romina: guil still asleep? kranz: looks like it. Lawless: *sneaks towards the bathroom...* licht: *singing* Lawless: =\\\\= ("Lovely voice...") *enters bathroom quietly...* licht: *hasnt noticed* Lawless: *slips out of his shirt and boxers...* Lawless: *pulls back the curtain and steps into the shower* licht: ?!?! Lawless: "Want to save on water? Or scrub your back?" licht:..... -too violent- Lawless: *in knots* -elsewhere- Belkia: "Hello~" ayami: *smiles* Belkia: "How's today been?" ayami: it went well. classes have been easier now... Belkia: "That's good...Enjoying the classes?" ayami:...*nod* Belkia: "What's your favorite subject?" -elsewhere- Patty: :3 liz: feeling better? Patty: *nod nod* "Looking forward to your birthday?" liz: yeah. Patty: "Year older, year wiser--" *looks at her face* "...Huh. Still look young." liz: aww. Patty: "Hee hee...Wes doing anything special for you?" liz: i think so. Patty: "Awesome..." *whispers* "Birthday sex..." liz: PATTI! >////< Patty: *eyebrow wiggle* "Maybe a nice hotel room...The king’s suite would be sweet." -elsewhere- Shamrock: *chopping vegetables* tsubaki: *also helping* Shamrock: "I think this soup will be good. It's the spices that help..." tsubaki: *nods* Shamrock: "Do you like it spicy?" -elsewhere- Mr. Tsubaki: "And how are our the patients doing with their chicken pox?" medic: they seem to be doing better now. Mr. Tsubaki: *nods* "Make sure they stay hydrated. And don't let them scratch. Put the mittens on them if necessary." -elsewhere- Jacqueline: *opens a closet door* "Hmm...Haven't noticed this before..." kim: oh? Jacqueline: *pulls open the door--revealing another room* "...An entire extra room?" kim: woah! Jacqueline: "...I hope this is more like 'Narnia' secret room and not 'Saw' secret room..." kim: neato. is there anything in there? Jacqueline: "Hmm...Something on the wall? Letters?" kim: ?? *examines one* if there's secretly a mold problem, im gonna gut someone. Jacqueline: "Mm...Looks like someone's name. Maybe a child wrote it on here?" kim: hmm.... *reads it* *The name is smudged, but it does say "Age 5.") kim: *examining* Jacqueline: "...Why would they hide this room?" *creeking in the floorboard* "???" -there is an old box in there- Jacqueline: "???" *opens it* -there is various old pieces of jewelry and marbles- Jacqueline: "A bracelet?" kim: cute. Jacqueline: "Maybe it was a time capsule?" kim: maybe. but for who? Jacqueline: "For the child themselves to find later, before their parents moved the family away?" kim: maybe.... -elsewhere- Vulcan: "Yu!" yu: ??? Vulcan: "Look how unhappy the toucan is!" yu: ... Toucan: *glares* Vulcan: "Did you clean his cage?!" -elsewhere- Sakuya: *struggling to wrap* >_< tsubaki: need me to help? naho: yes please. *covered in ribbon* Sakuya: "Just wanted to get something nice and simple wrapped--but nope, got to be complicated..." tsubaki: ^^; Belkia: *pops up behind Naho* "Whatcha get 'im?" naho: it's a suprise. Belkia: "...Want to know what I got him?" tsubaki: if you want to. Belkia: *pulls back his cloak to reveal...* "The Suck-O-Matic 4200 All-Purpose Vacuum Cleaner!" *confetti* naho:...wow. Sakuya: "...A vacuum? You think Sham is going to be impressed?" Belkia: "He likes cleaning, doesn't he?" naho: i guess. Belkia: "Wait until you see it in action!" *plugs it in* -later- Shamrock: "???" naho: Q_Q Shamrock: "...What did I miss?" naho: it's nothing! >n< Sakuya: -\\\\\- "J-Just don't..." Shamrock: "...Okay...Need me to clean up?" naho: we got it. Shamrock: "...Then I'll prepare something to eat..." naho:......my poor skirt...now i have to buy a new one... Q_Q Sakuya: *pat pat* "I'll get you a new one." Belkia: "You think you got problems? How do I explain these?!" *shows hickey marks on his neck* Shamrock: "...Please do not make-out with your girlfriend here..." Belkia: "IT WAS AN INANIMATE OBJECT!" Shamrock: "...That's not better." naho: T~T tsubaki: fortunatly, i was able to stop it. Belkia: "Yeah...and without damaging the cord, either." naho: 737 or losing your clothes.... Belkia: "What? Nothing any of us haven't seen--" -PUNCH- naho: D8< Belkia: *collapsed* x___x naho: MY UNDIES ARENT YOUR BUSINESS! Shamrock: o____o; Sakuya: *small laugh* naho: =n= belkia you're such a butt! Belkia: "No...that's what we got a view of..." -KICK TO THE FACE- Belkia: *flies across the room...* lavender: oh? Higan: "??? What happened, Tsubaki?" tsubaki: it's a long story. Higan: "Huh...Belkia got lucky, I guess." Belkia: x_______x -elsewhere- Kid: "I got the gift..." stocking: neat! Kid: "I hope she likes it...Now, we have to get in position..." -later- Patty: "Just this way, Sis, into this dark room..." liz: ok. Patty: "Let me just turn on the lights..." liz: ..... !!!! ???: "SURPRISE!" liz: awww.....you guys! QuQ Kid: "Happy birthday!" stocking: happy birthday! liz: *smiles as she wipes a tear away...she seems to be wearing a ring* Patty: :3 *spots the ring* stocking:....!!! OHMYGOD!! liz: ^^ Kid: "Congratulations!" Wes: -\\\\\- soul: congrats bro! Wes: "Thanks..." *smiles* stocking: *squeee* we're gonna be engagement buddies! *hugs liz* liz: ^^ Patty: *sniff* "All growing up so fast..." heather: congratulations liz! julie: ?? riley: neat. Yumi: Q~Q lord death: *SQUEEEES* Patty: "We'll have a bridal shower and everything!" -elsewhere- Shotaro: "Toru, look at the happy kappa doll!" Tool: -_-; toru: ^o^ io: papa! Tool: -\\\\\- *picks up Io* *hug* io: ^^ Shotaro: "These cousins will be the best friends! Right, Saki?" saki: seems like it. Tool: "Good to have family around you." *smiles at Toru* toru: ^w^ chie: *smiles* Tool: "And you will have to watch out for your cousin. Got it?" io: *nod* Tool: *smiles* "Good child." *pat pat* -elsewhere- Kid: "Two weddings..." stocking: *squee!* Kid: "Hee hee...That should be a set of events...We'll have to see how they schedule their wedding." stocking: *nods* Kid: "Do you think they will have their wedding before we do?" stocking: who knows. Kid: *small smirk* "I hope they don't out-do us in the wedding..." -elsewhere- mafura: ~? Touma: *putting tape down along the table in his hotel room, pulling up fingerprints...* mafura: what'cha doin~? Touma: "Collecting something we need..." mafura: what's that? Touma: "A scapegoat..." mafura: we're getting a goat? Touma: "Not quite...I have a loose end to tie up, but I don't want to take credit for it--I'll let someone else take it..." mafura:.....~? Touma: "Now, if you excuse me, I have to eliminate a problem..." mafura: okaaaay. Touma: *exits, looking at his phone, texting an executive* [meet me at the lounge] -in the lounge- lana: *phew* what a day... *Someone is seated in a chair, their back to Lana* lana: just a few minutes till the end of my shift... *The person is not moving in the chair...it looks like she spilled her wine on the floor, which has pooled* lana: *sighs and goes to clean it up* *That's not wine...* lana:..... *eyes widen as she screams* *The executive has a gunshot wound to her temple. No gun is in the room* lana: *runs to a phone to call 911* Operator: "911. What's your emer--" lana: oh my god oh my fucking god there's a dead body! Operator: "Hold on, ma'am. Where are you?" -she gives the address, but it's clear she's freaking out- *Cops arrive, examining the body* Officer #1: "Detective, we found the gun downstairs...The fingerprints--" lana: ...... Detective: *compares the fingerprints...looks and stares at Lana...* lana: ??? Detective: "Ma'am, I will need you to come with me to headquarters..." lana: o-ok...*nervous* --At the police station, Lana is left alone, handcuffed in the interrogation room-- lana: *shaking* *Officer #1 enters* Officer #1: "Your lawyer has arrived..." lana: lawye-... !!! Touma: *smiles* -a few days later- Touma: "Right this way, please. Watch your step: the stairway is dark..." lana: ... (thinking: i was proven innocent....but i have a bad feeling...) *There is a dungeon--and a hand reaches out through the bars and grabs her wrist* lana: *SCREAM* Touma: *smacks away the...Vampire? Abomination?* "Sorry. It can be a bit irritable without a meal..." Abomination: *shrieks at Lana, but looks afraid of Touma* lana: *horrified* what do you want from me? Touma: *smiles* "Subjects..." lana: ?!?! Touma: "You are personable, know people at the hotel...have features that would attract new ones to follow you here..." lana: ....you want me to be bait?! Touma: "Hmm...Crude, but accurate." lana:...you're insane... Touma: *smiles* "Many mistake genius for madness..." *the palm of his hand approaches slowly to caress her face* lana: *backing away* g-get the hell away from me! Touma: *snatches her wrist* "You either get me what I want--or I take what I want. Perhaps you'd rather be its next meal--" *shoves her towards the Abomination's cell...bones litter the floor...human bones* lana: *crying out of fear* no! Abomination: *shrieks, leaping at her* Touma: "What will be your choice, Lana?" lana: please dont kill me! Touma: "You will do as I say?" lana: *tearful* *nods* Touma: *smiles* "Good...And I know the target to start with." *points to the Abomination* "The more it consumes, the stronger it becomes. But humans only get it so far...Tell me, there is a wedding coming up, isn't there? An important one?" -elsewhere- Kid: *sneezes* stocking: you ok? Kid: *sniff* "Yes. Sorry. I guess someone was talking about me." -elsewhere- Benimaru: "Have you recovered from your chicken pox?" hinata: *nod* kirei: that's good. ^^ Benimaru: "Excellent. Just glad no one else around here hasn’t had--" Tsukiyo: *scratching* Benimaru: "...Of course." -elsewhere- Belkia: *giggles* otogiri: do i want to know? Belkia: "Maaaaaaaaybe~" *he's holding his cell phone* naho: *peeeeeeek* *His phone has a message on it...* naho: *reading* ayami: [im glad to hear that. ^^] Belkia: [yeah it's great! ^w^ ] naho: talkin to your girlfriend~? Belkia: "Y-Yeah?" o\\\\w\\\\o naho: ah. what'cha talkin about? Belkia: "A date idea..." naho: ooooooh! Owo Belkia: "Dinner, dancing, con some people out of money--" otogiri: -_-; Belkia: "I SHALL PERFORM MAGIC WITH MY LOVELY ASSISTANT!" naho: *sweatdrop* Belkia: "And she has a wonderful outfit, too--quite a cutie!" naho: i see. Belkia: "Care to help us?" *holds up sequined outfit* naho: that's way too revealing! D8< Sakuya: "...Now, hang on--" naho: O.O .....sakkun.... *cheek tug* you perv. >////< Sakuya: "Hee hee--Come on, just suggesting!" naho: 7////n////7 i couldnt wear that! *muttering* not in public anyways... Sakuya: "Maybe in private..." naho: o///o Sakuya: *small pat on the back* -elsewhere- Akitaru: *doing push-ups* shinra: *training* Akitaru: "Good work, son!" shinra: *smiles* Akitaru: "What's your max lift weight now?" shinra: i think it's- Takehisa: *scream* shinra: ?! Takehisa: "Where did they go?!" shinra: where did what go? Takehisa: *he reveals his face--and he has no glasses on, and his eyes pierce into their souls* Akitaru: o____o shinra: .__________________.;;;; do i know you? Takehisa: *panicked fast talking* "IF I DON'T HAVE MY GLASSES THEN I CAN'T SEE ANYTHING AND I RISK WALKING INT--* *BAM* Takehisa: *falls onto the floor...and a Takehisa-face-print is now in the wall* shinra: ow. Akitaru: "...I'll get ice." maki: commander! are you ok?? Takehisa: @_@ "...Why are there three of you?" maki: D8 -later- iris: i found your glasses. Takehisa: *two black eyes* "...Where were they?" iris: on your desk. Takehisa: "...Well, that's stupid of me." iris: ^^; karin: hey, dont beat yourself up over it, we make dumb mistakes like that all the time. Takehisa: -______- "...I need to get back to work--" *struggles to sit up* karin: easy there. Takehisa: "So embarrassing..." -elsewhere- Yumi: "When are you touring the potential reception halls? I was hoping to go with you." stocking: possibly this weekend. Yumi: *smiles* "So exciting!" stocking: *squeee!* Patty: "Bridal shower, too! And bachelorette parties!" liz: *smiles* hard to believe. it feels like just yesterday we started school...and here we all are now....almost. Yumi: "Just a bit more time..." *sniff* "So grown up..." -elsewhere- Akaderu: *passed out on the couch* Kepuri: *reading a book* nea: *trying on some new clothes* toru: *asleep* chie: ^^ Yohei: *watching Toru, smiles* Shinoda: *sipping apple juice* mono: *tense* Assi: "Mono?" mono: !!! w-wha? Assi: "You seem tense." mono: its just....after that incident with those mafia goons... nea: now dont you worry about a thing, hun. Shinoda: "Connections with the mob should help..." nea: indeed~ Assi: "...Hope so..." mono: still... Assi: "??? What? Still worried?" mono:.... -elsewhere- Benimaru: *looking through closet* "Where are they...?" fang-hua: looking for something sir? Benimaru: "My cloak is not here..." fang-hua: your cloak? Benimaru: "It is red." fang-hua: ah. -elsewhere- Black Star: *looking through a web site* tsubaki: ?? Black Star: "What do you usually get someone for a wedding?" tsubaki: eh? hmmmm. i'm not sure. otogiri: perhaps matching towels? Black Star: "Maybe...Just have to find some that are symmetrical." otogiri: perhaps. Black Star: *pulls up some options* "These looks alright--black and white design. What do you think, Tsubaki?" tsubaki: they look great. ^^ Black Star: "Okay...Ordered! Now, for Liz and Wes..." -elsewhere- Kuro: *yawn* mahiru: *phew*.......*puts his jacket over him* Kuro: *bundles up under the jacket* =w= mahiru:... *small smile* Kuro: *slight shiver* "M-Master..." mahiru: ....... o////o uh... Kuro: "I-I'm sorry..." mahiru:..... *gives him a pillow* Kuro: *seems a bit more at ease with the pillow* =w= mahiru:....*smiles* Kuro: "Zzz..." -elsewhere- Mr. Tsubaki: *in fox form, digging a hole* reimi: looking for fossils? Mr. Tsubaki: "...Sort of? I mean, I found some bones--" reimi: O_O;; Mr. Tsubaki: "I'm sure it's nothing. You know, just what random animals bury." *holds up one in his mouth, his voice a little muffled* "See? Chicken bones!" reimi: ah, i see. ^^; Mr. Tsubaki: "I wouldn't worry. I mean, it's not like someone would kill villagers around here--" *An arm grabs Mr. Tsubaki by the back of his neck* Mr. Tsubaki: O_____O reimi: !!! Tsukiyo: *holds up Mr. Tsubaki...* *SNIFF* "Woo! This critter smells awful! He needs a bath, Sister." reimi: ^^; Tsukiyo: "I'll dump him into the fox bucket--with cold water--" Mr. Tsubaki: O_________________O -elsewhere- Lawless: "So, your bro is getting hitched?" soul: yeah. hard to believe. licht: does he need a wedding singer? Lawless: *shiny eyes* soul: you offering? licht: yes. because....*pose* i'm an ang- soul: you're an angel, i know. licht: *glaaaare* don't interrupt me. soul: O_O; Lawless: "DO NOT INTERRUPT THE ANGEL!" *smiles* "Please, proceed, Licht~" soul: *sweatdrop* -elsewhere- Relan: *hiding in his sweater* mikami: are you feeling better now? Relan: *still hiding in his sweater, but nods* "Yes. Just want to feel warm." mikami: i'd offer to help...but i dont want to burn you. Relan: *slight shiver at that image* "I-I appreciate that!" *nervous laugh* "The sweater is enough to stay warm..." *peeks out from the top of the sweater* "H-How are you?" mikami: i've been well. ryuuko's well, but she seems worried about me....im a bit worried about me too... Relan: "...The C-C-Commander?" mikami:...*nods* Relan: "...Y-Yeah...I was thinking about that..." mikami: .... Relan: "M-Maybe we would go...somewhere else?" mikami: you mean, transfer? Relan: *nods* "It's happened before. You know that scary cat-girl?" mikami: you mean m-miss tamaki? Relan: *nods* mikami: well.... *KNOCK KNOCK KNOCK* mikami: ?? *opens the door* yes? Giovanni: "..." mikami: !! Relan: "!!!" *stands at attention* Giovanni: "Exercises. Now." ryuuko: .....*holds mikami's hand and walks with her* Relan: *shuffling behind them* Giovanni: "Let's see some progress today..." -elsewhere- Meme: "I CAN'T CATCH THE FUCKING GOLDEN STAG!!!" tsugumi: meme! language! mio: want me to help? Meme: TT_TT *nod nod* mio: you got to sneak up slowly like this, ok? *showing her* Meme: *looks over Mio's shoulder, nods* -elsewhere- Hibana: *paint in her hair, on her dress* D: soldier: she's a handful, aint she? Hibana: "I had no idea children were so small, fast, and messy..." *shiny eyes* "And lovable!" solider: they sure are. i should know, i have two younger siblings of my own. Hibana: "...Huh. I never knew that." -elsewhere- Giriko: *holding an ice pack to his eye* -____- arachne: feeling better? Giriko: "A bit...She packs a wallop." kirika: i said i was sorry! Giriko: "Don't get me wrong--I'm impressed. Just...hurts." TT_TT arachne: ^^; kirika: thanks....i know you can handle it, but that asshat priest made me apologize. 7n7; Giriko: "Eh, just kick Justin in the shin..." kirika: wise words. -elsewhere- PlushFix: .w. hina: *looks at the letter* mercenary group, eh? PlushFix: *nod nod* "Awesome!" hina: what're they offerin'? PlushFix: "Money! That's all that matters!" hina: alright. so where are these guys? PlushFix: "The gritty part of town! So badass!" *shows off his claws* saku:....seems they're part of the mafia. PlushFix: "Hee hee...They hurt a lot of people..." hina: i heard about these guys. i heard that they can fuck some shit up. PlushFix: "Then it'll be fun, right?" hina: hell yea -elsewhere- Rin: *tap tap* kyouko: ya? Rin: "I'm sorry to ask this...but about the 'Blue Night'...?" kyouko: i've heard about it before. apparently from what my dad told me, my grandad died during the incident, and he took over the family church in his place. Rin: "O-Oh...?" kyouko: yeah. but it happened before i was born so, yeah. Rin: "...Y-Yeah...J-Just curious about it since I'm...16..." kyouko: to be honest, i dont know too much about it. Rin: "..." *looking around, nervously* -elsewhere- Mr. Tsubaki: *frowning* reimi: something wrong? Mr. Tsubaki: "Just don't like getting bathed when I'm in fox form...Tsukiyo is rough, too." reimi: aww. Mr. Tsubaki: "I think she left scabs too..." *pouts* "I will have to put on lotion..." reimi: want me to do that? Mr. Tsubaki: *nods* "I can do my arms and legs, but I need some help with my back..." reimi: can do! *salutes* Mr. Tsubaki: "..." *small giggle* "You're a very energetic subclass..." reimi: im just trying to help. Mr. Tsubaki: "I appreciate it..." *lowers his yukata* -elsewhere- Arthur: *trying to pull piece in Jenga* "..." nozomi: *keeping score* Arthur: *removes it easily...smirks* "Your move." shinra: hmmmm.... *about to make his move when...* Victor: "DON'T DO IT!" shinra: ?! Victor: "You're picking the wrong piece! Pick that one!" shinra: uhhh.... Victor: "DO IT! DO IT NOW! NOW NOW NOW NOW--" shinra: alright! *pull* -tamaki got trampled- tamaki: shinraaaaaa! *demonic aura* shinra: OwO;;; Victor: *smirks* Arthur: "...Running would be a good idea." shinra: *runs* tamaki: GET BACK HERE YOU COWARD!!! Victor: *recording on his camera* "This should be good~" iris: *sweatdrop* shinra: *runs until he crashes into someone* Relan: "Owie..." shinra: r-rel!! *hug* are you ok?? Relan: T_T "That hurt..." shinra: s-sorry! here, let me help you up! tamaki: eh? relan? what brings you here? Relan: "I-I-I want to leave..." shinra: ?? tamaki: eh? Relan: "I-I'm scared what the C-Commander will do..." shinra: hey, im sure that commander oubi wont hurt you- Relan: *shakes his head* "I mean Giovanni..." shinra: oh....wait, so then you're- Relan: *nods* "I can't stay there..." shinra:....*hugs him* its ok now... Relan: *sniff, hug* shinra: .....did you want to speak with commander oubi? Relan: *nod nod* *sniff* -and so- Akitaru: *pat pat* "It's okay, Relan." Relan: *sniff* T_T tamaki: so are we transferring him here then? Relan: "If y-y-you'll have me?" shinra: can we commander? Relan: *puppy dog eyes* Akitaru: "..." *pat pat* "Sure!" shinra: thanks commander! Relan: QwQ maki: we'll start working on the transfer right away! Relan: "Th-Thank you..." *weak smile* -elsewhere- Giovanni: *finds empty bedroom* "...The fuck?" soldier: he even took the rat with him.. Giovanni: "..." *turns without a word, pulling his cape behind him* soldier:.... (thinking: i hope that kid's going to be ok...) Giovanni: *marches into his office, shutting the door behind him* ("...Another loss...") ryuuko: .... mikami: he...wont be too angry...will he? *BOOM* mikami: eep! ryuuko: !! Giovanni: "There...Now that wall is gone. It is roomier now." *rain is blowing into the room* mikami: O^O;;; ryuuko: ...... *A small bird perches on Giovanni's mask* Giovanni: "...I will kill this creature." mikami: c-commander please dont! that's mean! Giovanni: "..." *scares the bird away* "...Prepare." -elsewhere- Shima: *singing to himself* "Summertime..." konekomaru: yeah, just around the corner too. Shima: "Beaches! Girls! Bikinis! Girls! Swimming! GIRLS! GIRLS! G--" -POW- izumo: we. get. it. Shima: *collapsed* "Yeah, so did I..." T~T konekomaru: maybe with the weekend coming up, maybe we can visit the beach district? shiemi: i didnt know death city _had_ a beach district! Bon: "I heard the Grim Reaper did something to add beaches. To get water?" izumo: either that or mephisto screwing around again. *sweatdrop* Bon: "Yeah...Be careful what you say. You never know when he's listening--" -and so- Shima: .w. izumo: here we are. konekomaru: hey, isnt that... *points to a group of ladies...including stocking* Shima: "....I have died and gone to Heaven." izumo: no, but you're about to! stocking: hmm? oh, hey guys. liz: hey. Patty: "Howdy, Rooster Man!" Bon: ._. felisia: ah, small world it seems. lavender: oh my~ friends of yours~? tsubaki: sort of. Shima: *approaches Felisia* "Hello!" felisia: um...hi? ^^; stocking: you better not go perving on my mom! Shima: *gasp* "Your mom?! I could have sworn she was your sister~" stocking: ....... felisia: well, i am her mother, no doubting that. ^^; naho: .... tsubaki: ^^; Shima: "I am Shima, one of your daughter's classmates. And rest assure, I am always there to look out for all the new students~" felisia: ah, a pleasure to meet you then. *smiles* izumo: i'm izumo. and these guys are konekomaru and suguro. Bon: *waves* "Hello, ma'am. So, you all enjoying the beach?" liz: yeah. naho: yep! lavender: oh you know it~ Patty: "PARTYING! Guess why?!" izumo: the warm weather? stocking: and a joint bachelorette party for me and liz! Patty: "And that means no boys!" *stares at Bon and Shima* "..." *points at Shima* "He's barely a man. Can we bring him?" Shima: D:< stocking: no. Patty: "Well, darn. Sorry, fuck-boi--" *kicks Shima down* konekomaru: *wince* ow. naho: get wrecked! Shima: *face in the sand* "...Damn." konekomaru: did you want to get some shaved ice? Bon: "Might as well..." Shima: *muffled* "Yes." izumo: how about you guys? naho: that sounds awesome! felisia: sure. tsubaki: *nods* Patty: "Hee hee! Yes!" -and so- naho: *nom* mmm~ tastes yummy<3 Patty: *bites into hers--* "GAH! BRAIN FREEZE!" liz: careful there. Patty: =3= "Hurts..." -elsewhere- Kid: *looking around* soul: you alright? Kid: *nods* "Just determining how to preoccupy myself." soul: maybe watching a movie or playing games? Black Star: "Games!" kilik: sounds good! Kid: "Excellent! We can play Chinese checkers! No, wait...That's not symmetrical..." kilik: *sweatdrop* soul: or we could play mario party or something. Black Star: "...Yeah, that's better. Or else Kid would take forever--" Kid: *pout* soul: no kidding.....*realization* ugh, that was bad. kilik: no shit. Kid: "..." *finally gets it, makes an Excalibur face* kirika: boooo, that was laaame! Black Star: "PUNISH HIM FOR HIS PUNS!" -and so- soul: was this needed?! *he's bound and stripped to his boxers* Kid: "...Perhaps we did go overboard...and the rope is not quite symmetrical." *adjusts* "Perfect!" lord death: who wants PIZZA ROLLS~?.......anyone? Black Star: "...Yes, please!" Kid: ._. -elsewhere- Relan: *eating waffles, his mouth full* shinra: how are they? Relan: TWT "So tasty..." shinra: glad you like them. ^^ tamaki: ....hey, relan? Relan: "Huh?" tamaki: listen, i know we got off on the wrong foot in the beginning...but given mutual circumstances, i'll try to be a little nicer to you. Relan: "..." *smile, holds out his hand* "Okay!" tamaki:....*small handshake* Relan: -w- "I-I appreciate this..." -elsewhere- Shotaro: "So, if Chie and Saki had babies..." mana: ?? Shotaro: "Who's the next one having a kid?" mana:.....*shrugs* Shotaro: "I bet on Kepuri--" Kepuri: *flustered 10x* akaderu: 7/////7;;; Shotaro: "Or Nea--" -PUNCH- nea: ^^# *fist steaming* setsuna: O_O Shotaro: X_____X Emine: "...That's indeed a bad deed." mana: i'll get the ice. Emine: *taking photos* "Going online..." -elsewhere- Benimaru: *sipping tea* kirei: good morning. hope you dont mind me stopping by. Benimaru: "Not at all." *smiles* "How are you?" kirei: i've been well. *smiles* Benimaru: "Would you like some tea? I just brewed it..." kirei: why yes, thank you. ^^ Benimaru: *pours her a cup, handing it to her--his hand softly along hers* kirei: *blush* thank you. Benimaru: *small blush* "You are welcome...How has your day been?" kirei: fairly calm....the cherry blossoms look lovely this time of year... Benimaru: "...We should make a day for a walk...to look at them." kirei: perhaps. *smiles warmly* Benimaru: "...I think...you would look nice...with a cherry blossom in your hair." kirei: oh. um... ./////. Benimaru: "...I made things awkward." kirei: i-its fine, really. ^///^ Benimaru: -\\\\- kirei:....*leans against him slightly* Benimaru: "..." *puts an arm around her* kirei: !!..... u/////u Benimaru: *lean* -elsewhere- Belkia: *counting money* -later- stocking: we're back! Kid: *smiles* "Welcome home!" stocking: *huuug* liz: we had a lot of fun today. Wes: "That's good. How was the beach?" stocking: tons of fun, we even got shaved ice! Patty: "It was yummy!" Kid: ^^ "That's great." liz: we even saw stocking's classmates from the cram school. Wes: "Cool!" Kid: "How were your classmates?" stocking: they were doing good.........*excalibur face* most of them, anyway... Kid: "??? Did someone hurt you?" stocking: no, but one of my classmates was a bit of a pain... Kid: *nods* "Should I send them a message?" stocking: if it helps, i guess. just....try not to go too overboard. ^^; Kid: *serene smile* "Do I ever?" soul: do you want an honest answer? Kid: -_-;;; Wes: *small smile* -later- Shima: o____o konekomaru: *faints* kinzou: is....is that a pigs's head on a stick? Shima: *whimpering* Bon: o____o; "...I told you not to flirt with the Grim Reaper's son's bride-to-be." Shima: "YOU SAID NO SUCH THING!" Bon: "Strongly implied." konekomaru: maybe we should write it down in sharpie? Bon: "On his forehead. Backwards." Shima: D: kinzou: *grabs him* hold still you! Shima: *trying to wiggle free* "NO!" Bon: "Konekomaru, your handwriting is cleaner than mine..." konekomaru: sorry shima. but THIS IS FOR YOUR OWN GOOD! Shima: "NoooooOOOOOooooo--" Bon: *bonks Shima's head* "Proceed." -too horrific to show- mephisto: !! did anyone else feel a cold chill or was that just me? Amaimon: *in his boxers and a t-shirt* "Maybe someone left the window open?" mephisto: i'm sure they're all closed. felisia: and it's springtime too. *in mephisto's yukata* mephisto:........... *NOSEBLEED* Amaimon: "...Should I leave?" -elsewhere- Yumi: *snuggle* lord death: U////U~<3 Yumi: *small smooch on the cheek* "You're so handsome when you blush." lord death: >////< Yumi: *smiles, as she pulls him closer* -elsewhere- Vulcan: *asleep in the junkyard* lisa:.....*picks him up and carries him to his bed* Vulcan: "Zzz..." *holding onto her by the back of her neck* lisa:....get some rest. *smiles and tucks him in* Vulcan: "M...M..." lisa:....*holds him* Vulcan: *calms down* =w= -elsewhere- Jacqueline: "You need the bathroom?" -morning- Kid: *yawn* stocking: zzzzz.... Kid: "..." *smiles, hugs* stocking: mmn~ Kid: "Good morning~" stocking: morning honey~<3 Kid: "Morning, sweetie~" *smooch* stocking: mmmm~<3 Kid: "How did you sleep?" stocking: pretty good. you? Kid: *nods* "Very well." *smiles* stocking: that's good Kid: "You know what would have made my sleep better?" stocking: oh~? what? Kid: *holds her* "Having you in more of my dreams." stocking: aw, hehe~ Kid: *cuddles* "How about we shower, have breakfast, and start our day?" stocking: sounds great! Kid: *smiles, as he gets out of bed, taking off his pajama shirt* -and so- Kid: *contented sigh* "Ready to start the day!" stocking: *smiles* Patty: "Hey, you two!" *waves excitedly* liz: morning. so what did you guys want to do today? Kid: "Still so much to do for wedding preparations...When is the visit to the hotel reception area?" liz: i think this weekend. Kid: *checks the calendar to see what today is* -its friday- Patty: "I suggest we do a fun activity!" liz: such as? Patty: "I don't know...Arcade?" stocking: sounds like a plan! Kid: *smiles* "Maybe win prizes, too. Pool our tickets." liz: *nods* Patty: "Let's go! Big-ass sunglasses, here we come!" -and so- Patty: "THIS JOYSTICK ISN'T WORKING!" stocking: this game doesnt use a joystick... ^^; Patty: "...Oh. Um...I guess I can't see the screen?" stocking: ^^; Kid: "I guess you do need those glasses..." Patty: *pout* liz: aw, it's alright. (thinking: at least kid isnt making us both get glasses ^^; ) Kid: *stares at Liz* liz:...did you just read my mind? Kid: "...You need glasses." liz: *facepalm* Kid: "...Symmetry is key. As is 20/20 vision." liz: and here he goes again. -_-; stocking: you know, i bet you'd look cute in glasses, kid. Kid: o\\\\o "R-Really?" stocking: yeah. you can wear them without the lenses if you prefer. Kid: "M-Maybe?" -elsewhere- Belkia: *sipping a fruity drink in the pool* tsubaki: *phew*. cant believe it's only still may... Belkia: "I blame the weather..." -WATER GUN ATTACK- Belkia: *gargle* "Wh-What?!" D:< naho: haha! target eliminated! high five! Sakuya: "Nice!" Belkia: "...I WILL HAVE MY REVENGE!" otogiri: there's a visitor here. Belkia: "??? Friend or foe?" ayami: h-hello. *in a white sundress and sunhat, with a bag* Belkia: .\\\\. "H-H-Hi! C-C-Cute!!!" ayami: t-thank you. ./////. naho: wow, you look really nice, ayamin! ayami: !! t-thank you! >///<; Belkia: "Wh-What brings you over? I mean, aside from getting to see you?" ayami: i-i thought i'd...come visit... Belkia: "..." *smiles widely* "Want to hang out by the pool?" ayami: oh um...i-i'd like that...but i didnt bring a swimsuit. naho: you can borrow one of mine if you want. Belkia: OWO ayami: oh...a-are you sure? Belkia: *nodding* naho: yeah. we're around the same build, so it'll be fine. *takes ayami to her room* Belkia: *giddy* -and so- ayami: this is....nice. Belkia: *smiles* .\\\. "C-Comfy?" ayami: *nods* Belkia: =w= "I'm sorry we don't have a bigger pool." ayami: i-it's alright. lilac: im not....a good swimmer. Sakuya: "Well, this can be practice?" lilac: i-i guess... -elsewhere- Tsukiyo: "We got ramen!" -elsewhere- Relan: "How about here?" shinra: looks good. Relan: *smiles* "Well, let's get Buttons set up..." buttons: ^o^ shinra: *smiles* Relan: *smiles* "Great...I-I appreciate all of this..." shinra: no problem. Relan: "..." *sits on his bed...slight bounce* "...Comfy." shinra: ...mind if i...sit next to you? Relan: "..." *pats seat next to him* shinra: *smiles and sits down* Relan: "I-I feel...safer here." shinra: *smiles* im glad. Relan: "..." *holds his hand* shinra: *blush* iris: *hugs them* Relan: ^\\\^ *hugs Iris* shinra: so, how's desk work for you, rel? doing alright? Relan: "Gr-Great! I didn't think my math skills were so good..." iris: see? that's good to know. you're really smart, relan. Relan: Q\\\\Q "I-I am?" iris: *nods* Relan: *sniff* "Th-That means a lot. I hope I can do well..." shinra: i'm sure you will. Relan: "..." *hugs both of them* -elsewhere- Hibana: "Do you see the pool floaties anywhere?" gabriella: for anything in particular? Hibana: "I was hoping to teach our little cutie how to swim~" gabriella: oh! right! Hibana: "Sweetie! You got your swimsuit?" hanako: *nods* Hibana: "Great! The pool is upstairs." *presses button on the elevator* -elsewhere- Free: *his head is stuck in a honey pot* eruka: ....do i even want to ask? Free: "I read about a bear who did this...It was funnier in the book." eruka: *sweatdrop* Free: "Can you get something to slide me out of this? I'm getting claustrophobic." -elsewhere- Gopher: *stuck on a tree branch* kirika: hold on, i got ya. *slashes the branch* *nice catch!* Gopher: *blushing, covering his face* "Th-Thank you, my hero..." kirika: no prob....mind explaining how you got up there? Gopher: "...A dog chased after me..." kirika: how big was it? Gopher: "Huge! Ferocious! With big teeth! Rabid! With a loud bark and--" *spots it behind Kirika* "EEP!" *leaps into her arms* kirika: *turns* *A small Chihuahua is there* kirika:....... Gopher: *shivering in her arms* "Keep it away from me!" owner: chiko! there you are, jeez, dont run off like that. *puts the leash back on the dog* Gopher: Q^Q -elsewhere- Vulcan: *staring at robot puppy* "...Well? Hurry up!" -elsewhere- Touma: *reviewing his notes* natsuna: .... Touma: "Just a little more time..." -saturday, at the hotel- lana: here to see the reception hall? Yumi: *holding Shiori* "Yes." *smiles* soul: i'm just here as a witness, i guess. Kid: "What is the occupancy of the reception hall? 88? 888? 8888? lana: .... *sweatdrop* stocking: ^^; lana:....aaaanyway, let's get started then. shiori: gu! Yumi: "Good, right, Shiori? Look at the chandelier!" shiori: *shiny eyes* Kid: "Impressive! And the carpeting--the lighting!" stocking: *smiles* soul:......*feeling of unease* Kid: "..." *shivers* lord death: ....!!! TAKE COVER! *barrier cover mode over the group* *Abominations crawl down the walls from the chandelier into the hall* lana: *SCREAMING* stocking: what the heck?! soul: *scythe arm* Kid: "!!! Liz! Patt--" *Abomination leaps at the barrier* liz: *grabs patti and shoots at the monster* Abomination: *shrieks, slicing at the barrier--reaching through slightly...at Yumi and Shiori* lord death: oh no you DONT! soul: *slices the abomination's limb off* Abomination: *screams, clutching wound* Patty: "Woot! Souvenir limb, Sis!" soul: *continues cutting the abomination* lana: *passes out* shiori: XD Kid: "How did this happen?!" soul: at least it's dead now.... *holding the soul* .... Patty: "Oooooo...A new soul!" soul: *gulp* Kid: "...How many...?" soul: that's number 99... Kid: "...Just one more..." soul: a rogue witch....what was that thing? Yumi: *holding Shiori close* "...Anyone else find it convenient that when we happen to visit, those...monsters attack?" lord death: hmm... i'll send in the investigation team. Kid: "..." *stares at Lana* lana: *in shock* w...what....what was.... Kid: "...I don't know." -later- Stein: *examining a limb* "...Why didn't I get to make this?" clay: not sure, but it's creepy as hell. *shudders* Akane: "We still haven't found anyone else around...which leaves only a few suspects..." -elsewhere- stocking: *holding kid* Kid: *holding her as well* "Are you okay?" stocking: y-yeah...just...shaken a bit. Kid: "..." *nods* "I know...Someone was...after us." stocking: ...... Kid: *hugs her* "I won't let anything happen..." stocking: i know... Kid: "..." *cuddles* stocking: *smiles* Kid: "Hey...We're going to get married." stocking: yeah. we are. *smiles* Kid: "I can't wait to dance with you..." stocking: same here. and the wedding night~<3 Kid: ^\\\\^ "Indeed..." stocking: *nuzzles* Kid: "I think we'll need some practice..." -elsewhere- Touma: "Failure..." natsuna: sir? Touma: "...What?" natsuna: what's a failure? and what was the point of this? Touma: "Acquiring a sample. A new one..." natsuna: ?? Touma: "Something to perfect an experiment..." natsuna: and that would be? Touma: "...Would you like to see it?" natsuna: i guess? -elsewhere- Belkia: ^w^ naho: today was a good day. Sakuya: *nods* "Quite a bit..." tsubaki: *setting the beds* Black Star: "need help?" tsubaki: oh, thanks. ^^ Black Star: *gets to work* "...I'm surprised we can fit so many people here." tsubaki: *she nods*....*tearfully chuckles* Black Star: "?! Tsubaki? What's wrong?" tsubaki: n-nothing, just...laughing at the irony of it all....back then, we came to this new home to get away from him.....and now... Black Star: "...Yeah. Ironic." *looks glum* tsubaki:.....*frowns* Black Star: "...I'll get some more sheets." *turns abruptly* tsubaki:........ Black Star: *goes to closet, pulling out another set of sheets...walks back to her, not looking at her* tsubaki: ....*bites lip* Black Star: *finishes making the bed...looks at her* tsubaki: *hugs him* Black Star: "!!! Wh-What?" tsubaki: i-i'm sorry...i've been such a terrible girlfriend... Black Star: "N-No! No, you haven't!" *pulls out of the hug, holding her by her shoulders* "I-I'm sorry!" tsubaki: ..... Black Star: "...I love you, so much." tsubaki: i love you too. really... Black Star: *nods, hugs her* -elsewhere- Mr. Tsubaki: Q~Q reimi: sir? Mr. Tsubaki: "I-I just felt a wave of sadness pass over me, like none I have felt." reimi: ?? Mr. Tsubaki: *resumes fox form...leans against Reimi* "I miss her..." reimi:...did you want to visit her? Mr. Tsubaki: *nod nod* -elsewhere- Ponera: *sigh* shaula: whats up, ponpon? Ponera: "...Just lonely, I guess." milia: so boooored. i feel like we havent been doing anything. =n= Ponera: "Maybe we need something to do..." -elsewhere- Tsukiyo: "So, with the commander spoken for, any dating prospects?" fang-hua: eh? Tsukiyo: "You know, you seeing anyone?" fang-hua: not really. to be honest, im not really looking for anyone. Tsukiyo: "...Well, just looking out for you there." -elsewhere- Arthur: "I move the Knight here..." *moves his chess piece* nozomi: hmmm... *moves her rook* Arthur: *moves his pawn* "Check." nozomi: D: karin: oh, so close. Victor: "Well, it's not like it's checkmate yet..." karin: yeah, still early game. Arthur: "I suggest you get out of the way of my pawn, then." -elsewhere- Wes: "I'm so sorry." liz: it's ok. im just glad we're all ok... Wes: *nods* "So am I..." liz:....soul's so close to being a death scythe now. Wes: "Yes...and that scares me." liz: ?? wes? Wes: "He'll be facing bigger threats..." liz: ...we arent going to be children forever, you know. Wes: *nods* "I still see him as my little brother..." liz: i understand that feeling. Wes: "I-I worry...What do Death Scythes tend to do? And without a meister for Soul..." liz: ...then again, justin doesnt have a meister either... Wes: "True...I hope he can help Soul..." liz: hopefully, he's just a little older than soul, so maybe... Wes: *nods, slight shiver* -elsewhere- Yohei: *reading to Toru* toru: *listening* Yohei: So Coraline followed the tunnel into a new world..." *points at the illustration* "Really colorful tunnel, isn't it? What color is that?" toru: papu! (purple) Yohei: *smiles* "That's right! And what color is the cat?" -elsewhere- Harvar: *slicing a watermelon* -elsewhere- Jacqueline: "Which movie you want?" -elsewhere- Arthur: "And tickets are...pre-ordered." tamaki: awesome! Arthur: *smiles* "I think it will be an enjoyable outing." tamaki: now we just need to get our costumes ready. Arthur: "...Like a suit of armor?" tamaki: sure? Arthur: *shiny eyes* "Yay!" -elsewhere- Kid: "Feel better?" stocking: yeah. *holds her stomach* stupid cramps. TT.TT Kid: *nods* "May I get you anything?" stocking: hot water bottle and chocolate. lots of it. Kid: *smiles* "On it." ("Thank goodness we have chocolate shipped in like natural gas...") stocking: thank you honey~<3 *He returns with the bottle--and a plate of various chocolates* stocking: i wuv you~<3 Kid: *smiles* "I love you, too." -the next day- Patty: "New day! New day!" julie: ^w^ Patty: "What you want for breakfast, Julie?" julie: waffle mountain! Patty: "No! A waffle volcano full of maple syrup!" julie: awesome! Patty: "Okay!" *puts a small chef's hat on Julie* "I'll start pouring the batter in..." -and so- stocking: *shiny eyes* woah! Patty: "Chef Patty delivers! Dig in, folks!" stocking: thanks for the meal~! Kid: "...That volcano is a little off on the left--" Patty: *glare* julie: *nom* Patty: *smiles at Julie* "Want any fruit on it?" julie: blueberries please! Patty: "On it!" *pulls out a modified water gun* "Blueberry gun away!" liz: *berry'd* ah! Patty: "Whoops! Sorry, Sis! I'm sure I can clean that out..." -elsewhere- Relan: *trying to make an omelette* "Um..." iris: need help? Relan: "Y-Yes, please. I'm not sure when to flip...or fold?" iris: ah. you need to wait for most of the liquidy stuff on top to evaporate. Relan: *watches, nods* -and so- Relan: "Is-Is it done?" iris: i think so. Relan: *picks it off the pan and onto the plate* "..." *takes the fork, takes some, bites in--WIDE-EYED ENJOYMENT* shinra: seems he's happy. *smiles* Relan: =w= "Tasty..." -elsewhere- Lawless: *poke poke* licht: *opens eye* what? Lawless: "It's morning. I'm hungry." licht: the pantry is stocked. you know where everything is. Lawless: "..." *poke poke* "Will you make me muffins?" licht: i need my beauty sleep, im not your mother. Lawless: "...You could be my daddy--" -KICK- licht: ..............im just going to pretend i never heard that. Lawless: D: -elsewhere- Vulcan: *fixing the birdfeeder* yu: i brought in some new parts, sir! Vulcan: "Good job! Get to work prepping them and filing them! We start building the new project!" yu: yes sir! Vulcan: "Now, let's see..." *he looks over his blueprints...and it looks like a giant skull...* -elsewhere- Kepuri: "Wakey-wakey..." akaderu: *yaaawn* *pulls her into a hug* Kepuri: o\\\\o "..." *returns the hug* "Tired?" akaderu: couldnt sleep. Kepuri: *pouts slightly* "I'm sorry..." *feels his forehead* "You sick?" akaderu:.....sure, lets go with that. Kepuri: "...What's wrong? Talk to me." akaderu:....night terrors. Kepuri: "..." *holds him* "You're awake now...Do you want to talk about them?" -elsewhere- Hibana: *finds a photograph...glares at it* gabriella: is something wrong? Hibana: "Just an annoyance..." *it's her and Giovanni* gabriella: oh. that guy is creepy. Hibana: *nods* "Best to keep an eye out for him..." gabriella: *nods* Hibana: "And away from our daughter..." -elsewhere- Tsukiyo: *sorting papers* "What you think about this?" fang-hua: what are those? Tsukiyo: *taps an arrest warrant* "This guy. Seen around buildings, stealing valuables." fang-hua: hmm.. hikage: we'll whoop his ass! hinata: kick him right in the balls! Tsukiyo: "He's like six times your height!" hikage: *climbs on to hinata's shoulders* mecha-twin attack! Tsukiyo: "...'Kay." -elsewhere- tsubaki:....?? a note? *To my love* tsubaki: *opens it and reads it* *It's Masamune's handwriting* Note: "I'm so sorry..." tsubaki: ?? Note: "But I must leave, to prove I am worthy." tsubaki:....... Note: "I will return to you. Wait." tsubaki: .....*bites her lip* (thinking: brother....) Note: "With all my love to you, Oichi." tsubaki:..... *remembering what she heard during the japan trip* black*star? Black Star: *yawn* "Huh?" tsubaki: i think we have a mission. Black Star: "??? Where?" tsubaki: *false smile* consider it a personal mission. Black Star: "...Okay?" ("What is she hiding?") tsubaki: i'll explain later. Black Star: "..." *smiles, nods* "Okay! What do we need before we head out?" -elsewhere- Giovanni: *massaging his wrist* soldier: sir? Giovanni: "We will be ready soon. Did you get me the map of Vulcan's lab?" soldier: yes sir. Giovanni: *takes it, reviewing* "...We'll surround those exits...Check underground, make sure no escape route through basement." soldier: understood. Giovanni: "...I have to finish repairs. Excuse me." *still rubbing his wrist* -elsewhere- Belkia: "Toguchin! Watch me pull a rabbit out of my hat!" naho: *watching* Belkia: "Nothing up my sleeve--" *rips off his sleeve, before reaching into the hat...* naho: *watching and doing her homework* Belkia: "Presto!" *pulls out...Sakuya, in a bunny girl outfit* Sakuya: o\\\\\o naho:.... *NOSEBLEED* Sakuya: *trying to cover himself* "How did I even get here?!" Belkia: "It's maaaaaaaagic!" -elsewhere- Kid: "More chocolate?" stocking: with strawberries. Kid: *smiles* "Of course..." *dips a strawberry in chocolate sauce* "Say 'ah'..." stocking: ah~ Kid: *places the strawberry at the tip of her tongue* stocking: *lick* Kid: *smiles, as he lets her bite into it* stocking: *nom* Kid: "Tasty?" stocking: why yes~<3 Kid: "May I have one?" stocking: sure~ Kid: *closes his eyes, opens his mouth* stocking: here you go~ Kid: "Aaaah~" -nom~- Kid: "Mmm~" stocking: glad you like it~ Kid: *nods* "Yummy! Thank you." -elsewhere- Takehisa: "Hmm...Needs more salt." -elsewhere- Meme: *sneeze* mio: you alright? Meme: *nods* "Sorry. Just allergies." mio: ah. Meme: *takes out medicine* "Could you get me a glass of water?" mio: sure. Meme: "Thanks, sweetie!" mio:..... .////////////////////////////////////////. Meme: *sips, takes medicine* "...???" mio: awawawawawa.... @///////////@ *steam coming off her head* Meme: D: "!!!" *catches her* "Oh no! Mio! Speak to me!" mio: im goooooood to gooooo. Meme: "..." .\\\\\. "Um...Maybe you need to lie down?" mio: g-good call. Meme: *leads her to bed* "Just rest up. I'll get you a compress..." -elsewhere- Free: *scratching* eruka: *folding laundry* Free: "I think I need to put the collar on again..." eruka: good call. Free: *puts it on* "Damn fleas..." eruka: i'll get the vaccum. Free: "Okay. I think I need a bath, too." -and so- Free: *bubbles in tub* =w= "I can feel my skin and fur free of those little bastards..." eruka: *washing his hair* Free: "Thanks for doing this." eruka: well someone has to. Free: "Sorry...This is easier than when I had fleas on my own...and your fingers feel nice." eruka: 7////7 thanks...i think. Free: "Maybe I could make it up to you?" eruka: kero? Free: "Maybe I could dust off some of those hard to reach corners?" eruka:...i dont follow? .-. Free: "Well, I mean, you seem so frustrated that I thought I could relieve you by helping out. Those corners get dusty..." eruka: *pouts* w-what's that supposed to mean? >n< Free: "??? What? You were doing house-work, and you're shorter, so with my height, I could reach the dusty ceiling corners--" eruka: *sweatdrop* oh....ok then. i'd appreciate that. ._.;; Free: "...You're welcome! Well, I think I'm about done in here..." eruka:...right. (thinking: STUPID ERUKA! GET YOUR MIND OUT OF THE GUTTER!) Free: *stands up* eruka:... O_O *she got an eyefull* Free: "...Oh, right! You're still here. Heh. Sorry about that!" ^\\\\^ -elsewhere- Yohei: "Zzz..." toru: zzzz... chie: *smiles* Yohei: *yawn, opens his eyes* chie: hey~ Yohei: *smiles* "Hey." *kiss on her hand* "How're you?" chie: doing well. Yohei: "Sleep okay? How is Toru?" toru: zzzz..... chie: i dont know, you tell me~ Yohei: *smiles* "Sounds like he's sleeping okay..." chie: *smiles* Yohei: "I can watch him for a bit. You need to do anything?" -elsewhere- Konro: "Hmm..." *finishes watering the flowers* "Perfect!" kabuki: they look wonderful. Konro: "Thanks! I have put in a lot of work tending to them--" kabuki: ah, i see. Konro: "Yes. It would be awful if someone ran through them, damaging them--" -BOOM- hikage: WE GOT IM! Konro: D: ???: "Get off of me!" hinata: *DROPKICK on the bandit's junk* ???: *high-pitch squeal* kabuki: oh, so you're the bandit here? Bandit: *voice cracking* "I ain't admitting to nothing!" Konro: Q~Q "My...flowers..." kabuki: oh~? *calm face, scary aura* Bandit: ._.;;;; hinata: mushishishi. *creepy grin* hikage: >83 Bandit: D: *tries to crawl away* kabuki: and where do you think you're going~? *kitsune tails + mask* Bandit: "I DON'T WANT TO DIE! I'LL GIVE BACK EVERYTHING I STOLE!" kabuki: oh you'd better~ Bandit: *points* "Under the garden! I buried the loot under the garden!" Konro: Q~Q "WHY?!" -elsewhere- Shamrock: "How long will you be away, Tsubaki?" tsubaki: only a few days, if all goes well. Sakuya: "We'll keep the house as you left it." naho: and we'll make sure everything is peachy keen when you get back! Belkia: "Will you bring back souvenirs, Mommy?" tsubaki: i'll see what i can do. ^^ Black Star: "Well, let's get going..." lavender: stay safe, you two! Higan: *waves* -and so- Black Star: "...Long trip?" tsubaki:...yeah. -she explains the situation, and oichi- Black Star: "...Wow...I can see why this is important to you..." tsubaki: *she nods* since masamune is...well....part of me now, i feel i should be the one to try helping her. Black Star: *nods* "Makes sense." -elsewhere- Canadian Grocery Employee #1: "Someone ate all our frozen waffles!" gluttony: *running* -elsewhere- Relan: "Hmm...This doesn't make sense in the budget. Who filed for reimbursement for...'Neko Ninja Warriors Season 2' on DVD?" tamaki: i dont know, but i'll just confiscate it. Relan: "...O-Okay?" Takehisa: "The rest of the budget seems to be in order. Iris, please file." iris: *salutes* yes sir. Victor: "Sweet--the new test tubes arrived!" karin: awesome! Victor: "Hey, Rel, can we borrow your rat for cloning experiments--" Relan: Q______Q shinra: *glares at victor* Victor: "??? What? I touch a nerve?" shinra: *glaaaaaare* dont. touch. buttons. got it? iris: to clarify, 'buttons' is the name of the rat. Victor: *about to poke Shinra's suit button--then hears Iris* "Oooooooh. Gotcha, Sister!" -elsewhere- Kepuri: "Better?" akaderu: yeah. a lot. *smiles* Kepuri: *smiles* "I'm glad...Anything you want to do?" akaderu: not at the top of my head.... Kepuri: *pats his head* "Alright. Then how about we start this day right?" akaderu: like how? Kepuri: *rests a hand on his chest* "I think you need a shower to clean up..." akaderu: *siiigh* Kepuri: "Come on, you need to be at your best..." *lifts up his shirt...kisses his belly* "For me?" akaderu: *blush* a-alright... Kepuri: *takes off his shirt, then takes his hand into the bathroom* -elsewhere- Gopher: "LOOK OUT!" kirika: !! *dodge* *SLASH* monster: *SCREECH* Gopher: "I will fire my Love Cannon at this beast!" monster: *screeah?* kirika: *dodges out of the way* Gopher: "Love Cannon...FIRE!" *boom* kirika: ... monster: x_x Gopher: "Yippee! We did it!" *hug* kirika: good job out there today. 7///7; Gopher: "You were amazing!" =w= kirika: well, that's just me. UwU Gopher: "...That's always you..." kirika: ^w^ Gopher: "..." *pulls back...* "...Can I buy you a coffee?" kirika: hmm. sure. im kinda parched. -elsewhere- Patty: "Yo, Kim!" kim: hey, whats up! Patty: *holds up envelop* "Bam!" *hands it to her* "Wedding invites!" kim: aw, thanks! Patty: "Welcome! Let me know who your Plus One is. BRING GOOD GIFTS!" kim: can do! Patty: "So, how's work been going?" kim: pretty well. -elsewhere- Konro: "WORK FASTER, BANDIT! THOSE FLOWERS AREN'T GOING TO PLANT THEMSELVES!" Bandit: T~T fang-hua: ^^; (thinking: the 7th certainly is an interesting brigade...) Tsukiyo: "Glad they caught this guy...But the Captain's poor flowers..." fang-hua: yeah. Tsukiyo: "...We should make it up to him. Maybe help out?" -elsewhere- Emine: *in shorts and a Hawaiian shirt* "...I feel foolish." mana: well, you can use some sunlight. a little vitamin D never killed anyone. Emine: "_The sun can kill us all_. Look at it, cackling at us." mana: ... -elsewhere- Yumi: "Death, where are the cookies?" lord death: there should be some in the pantry. Yumi: *opens the pantry...and frowns* "What are _you_ doing in there?" mizune medi: O-O;; i got lost? Yumi: "...And eating our cookies?" -elsewhere- Spirit: "Pool's clean!" izumi: awesome! Spirit: "Should be good to go. Want to swim?" izumi: yep. *goes to get changed* sachiko: nice job. *already in her swimsuit* Spirit: *smiles at her* "Any time. Heh...Guess that makes me lifeguard?" sachiko: sure. if you're up for it. Spirit: *nods* "For Izumi, anything..." -\\\\- "Also, you look stunning." sachiko: thanks... izumi talked to me the other night. Spirit: "Oh? What about?" sachiko: izumi's thinking of enrolling in the DWMA. Spirit: "..." *frowns* sachiko: spirit? Spirit: "I'm just...scared." sachiko: yeah, i can understand that. Spirit: "...At least if she was in the school, it would be a long time before she went on any missions...and can learn just how dangerous this work is." sachiko:....*she nods* Spirit: "..." *holds her hand* "I will do everything I can to keep her safe." sachiko: *smiles* i know. Spirit: *nods, trying to smile* "J-Just have to make sure Izumi knows..." sachiko: ....yeah. Spirit: "But for now, let's enjoy today." *smiles* sachiko: right. Spirit: "Well, go take a dip." *pats her arm* -elsewhere- Jacqueline: *collapsed under a pile of library books* kim: you ok? Jacqueline: "Oh, sure, just fine--except for the 50 pounds of books on my back!" ???: here, let me help. *levitating the books off her and into a nice pile* Jacqueline: ._.; "...Thank you?" ???: well, i couldnt just leave a lady in need of assistance, now can i~? kim: ..... Jacqueline: *stands up, looking at the person* "Um...What's your name?" ???: just call me Mr. N. Jacqueline: "...Okay? Um...Thanks again." *picks up books* "I better get these re-shelved..." -elsewhere- Benimaru: *lying in bath* =\\\\= -elsewhere- Black Star: *checking map* tsubaki: murasaki isnt too far. Black Star: *looks at the sky* "...That's troubling." tsubaki: ...!! -a thick fog looms ahead- Black Star: "..." *pulls out a flashlight* -ahead is the village of murasaki....with the muramasa estate on the hillside- Black Star: "Muramasa?" tsubaki: yes. the village of murasaki. the muramasa family's residence. Black Star: "...Who you planning to meet?" tsubaki: my would have been sister-in-law, oichi. from what i heard from my parents, her mental state is deteriorating... Black Star: "...I'm sorry." tsubaki: it's ok. you didnt do anything wrong. -someone watches from the shadows, but no one notices- Black Star: "It's just...these problems keep mounting. I feel like I'm not doing much..." tsubaki: you are though. you're here with me, arent you? Black Star: *nods* "And I'm not going anywhere..." tsubaki: *she smiles* ???:....... *creeps back into the shadows* Black Star: "Thought what you'll say to her?" tsubaki: *she nods* i still have the letter... Black Star: "How did...he sound in it?" tsubaki: ....pained. Black Star: "Damn..." tsubaki: ....the house is just up ahead now. Black Star: *nods* "Be careful getting in..." tsubaki: *she nods* Black Star: *approaches the steps...looking around* -someone is heard inside- servant: w-who is it?! Black Star: "Two people who wanted to see Oichi--" servant: l-lady nakatsukasa? tsubaki:..*she nods* servant: *hesitant*.....im not sure how well she will respond... Black Star: "??? Can you at least pass along a message to her?" servant:....well. i suppose miss nakatsukasa could _try_ to talk to her. lady oichi barely listens to any of us... Black Star: "???" *looks at Tsubaki* "So, I stay here?" servant:....i'll get you some tea. *looks at tsubaki* lady oichi's chambers are this way. Black Star: "...Be safe." tsubaki: *she nods and follows to oichi's chambers* Black Star: *sits in the room, waiting for tea* "..." tsubaki:....*opens the door leading into the room* -the room is a traditional japanese style room, but it looks dishevled, and it was freezing cold. as tsubaki stepped in, she felt something embrace her- tsubaki: ?!?! -she turns to see a woman with long, stringy black hair and a faded pink kimono- oichi: found you.....masa-chan...~<3 tsubaki: !!!!! Black Star: *feels a chill from where he sits* "?!" tsubaki: o-oichi? oichi: i missed you....so much masa-chan... i've been...waiting all this time... Black Star: *stands up* tsubaki: oichi...its me, tsubaki. oichi: masa-chan...i can feel you right here.... Tsubaki: o_O "O-Oichi! I'm not Masamune!" oichi: ....but...i can feel him....he's here...where is he? where is he? WHERE IS HE! *shaking her* WHEREISHEWHEREISHEWHEREISHE?! *she's shaking, tears falling* Tsubaki: "..." *pulls away from her...resting her hands on her shoulders* "Oichi..." oichi: ....*stares at her, with a silent, but near wild look in her eyes* Tsubaki: "..." *gulp* "Masamune is still here..." *puts a hand along her own chest* oichi: he's....in there?......*sword arm* then....i just...have to cut him out.... Tsubaki: "!!!" *transforms her arm into a blade* "Oichi, stop! I am not here to fight!" oichi: give him back! give masa-chan back!! Tsubaki: *blocking the attacks, but struggling not to hit Oichi* ("Brother...What do I do?") oichi: where is he?! where are you hiding him?! Tsubaki: *deflects Oichi's blade, pushing her against the wall* "Masamune is dead!" oichi:......liar...LIAR! h-he'll be back someday! i know it! he-he's- Tsubaki: *snatches Oichi's hand, placing it on her chest* "If you won't listen to me..." oichi: ?! Tsubaki: "Then listen to him..." oichi: ?? *Soul Resonance...* oichi: ah- *She is underneath a blue sky* oichi: w-where...? *The floor beneath her is a pool of water* oichi: what is....? ???: "The inside of her soul..." oichi: ?! *she turns to see* !!! Masamune: "...Oichi." oichi: ma...masa-chan!! *she runs over to him and hugs him tightly* Masamune: *he is frozen with shock for a few moments...before holding her* oichi: *crying* m-masa-chan...i missed you so much.... Masamune: "...I'm so sorry..." oichi: *still holding him and crying* Masamune: "Oichi...I cannot come back..." oichi: what? Masamune: "...I am dead." oichi: ..... *her heart dropped to her stomach* Masamune: "I am here, within Tsubaki's soul...I cannot come back." oichi: *tearing up* why? how...how did this happen? Masamune: "...My jealousy..." oichi: ?? Masamune: "If I had accepted who I am, rather than what I am not...Oichi, I am so sorry." oichi: ......*whimpering* masa-chan... Masamune: "I'm sorry..." *crying* "I'm so sorry..." oichi: what do i do? Masamune: "...Move forward." oichi: but...i-if you arent there... Masamune: "..." *holds his hand to her chest* "I am always here..." oichi: *whimpering* please...d-dont go.... Masamune: "I'm not going anywhere..." *hugs her* "I love you." oichi: i...i love you so much... Masamune: "And I always will...If you need to see me, please, be kind to my sister..." oichi: ..... Masamune: "If you need to speak with me, just ask her...and I will come to you." oichi: *she nods* -she is back in the room- Tsubaki: "..." *her eyes are wet* oichi: *crying and holding her* Tsubaki: *supports her, crying as well* "I'm sorry..." -later- Black Star: "..." tsubaki: she's resting now...im not sure if i made the situation better or worse... Black Star: "She knows now...That has to help somehow." tsubaki: i hope so. -later- tsubaki: we're home! Sakuya: "!!! O-Oh, hey!" naho: *confetti* surprise! tsubaki: eh? Belkia: *takes Tsubaki by the hand, leading her to the couch* "Kick up your feet! Relax!" tsubaki: eh? lavender: we thought we'd throw a lil party to give you the appreciation you deserve! Higan: *nods* "Hooray." tsubaki: you guys. *teary eyed* thank you. Black Star: *smiles at her* Sakuya: "We got you some small gifts..." tsubaki: ah! i brought souveniers for you guys too! -elsewhere- Mr. Tsubaki: *shiver* reimi: you ok? Mr. Tsubaki: *nods* "Just...thinking." reimi: ah.... Mr. Tsubaki: "...She is so perfect." reimi: ?? Mr. Tsubaki: "My Camelia Flower..." reimi: ah. Mr. Tsubaki: "...Have you ever felt that way about someone?" reimi: me? Mr. Tsubaki: *nods* reimi: not at the top of my head, no. Mr. Tsubaki: "...She has been there, for so long, trying to bring me back into this world...I love her so much." reimi: *listening* Mr. Tsubaki: "I want to be the man she needs me to be...and that my family needs..." -elsewhere- Arthur: *looking at himself in the mirror, while he's in his suit of armor* -elsewhere- Patty: "Any other trash to put out?" -elsewhere- Jacqueline: o___o "...How high is your credit card bill?" -elsewhere- Hiro: *washing dishes* hime: i'm home! mrs kenshimono: welcome home, honey! Hiro: "Hey! How was your day?" hime: it went pretty well. everyone's antsy for summer break. mrs kenshimono: well, we just got the reservations for the hotel for vacation. hime: neat. Hiro: "When are we heading out?" mrs kenshimono: as soon as summer break hits. hime: *nods and heads to her room* Hiro: "Where's this place again?" mr kenshimono: it's by the beach. Hiro: "Huh...I forgot to buy sunscreen." -and so- Hiro: *wearing his sunglasses* "Huh. Bright out." Hiro: "I wonder how the sun looks over the beach..." -bump- Hiro: "!!! Oh, sorry--" ef: s-sorry about that! Hiro: "!!! Mai! Hey!" ef: h-hiro! o////o f-fancy seeing you here! >///< Hiro: "Yeah, small world. You visiting?" ef: i was just in the neighborhood doing some shopping. .////. Hiro: "Oh, cool...Shopping for anything in particular?" ef: i needed a new wetsuit, but it's hard to find them in most shops. Hiro: "Yeah, especially in a desert area...Wait, wetsuit?" ef: yeah. i prefer them over swimsuits because....p-personal reasons. Hiro: "..." .\\\\\. "Say no more." ef: y-yeah....(thinking: i shouldnt burden him with....those....) Hiro: "...I did need to stop by to get some swimtrunks..." *follows her* -elsewhere- Ponera: *groan* grimoire: what seems to be troubling you? Ponera: "Just...frustrated." milia: are we gonna do something or what? Ponera: "I don't know...What is progress on our plans?" grimoire: we're about.....68% ready... Ponera: *pouts* "Feels like it's taking forever..." grimoire:....we've just about spent our resources here. Ponera: *pouts even more* "So we have to move. Again?" grimoire: it would be our best course of action. Ponera: "...Nuts. That's going to be pain to move everything..." *cuddles with an ant* "This sucks." ant: =3= Medusa: "Hmph. Moving? That is indeed frustrating. And I suppose you'll be wanting my help, since Shaula is so undependable..." shaula: hey, i am not! i can get my minions to help! im such a genius, hoho~! beatrice: indeed you are, lady shaula. Medusa: "Oh, you created the minions? Sorry, I can't tell the difference, given how similar you are to them--especially in mental prowess." shaula: if you're comparing me to those yellow freaks of nature, then you must be blind. im talking about my 'traitors'. which now that i think of it, is kind of a dumb name. Medusa: "Like I said: your brainless traitors, your brainless self. You create what you are." shaula: then you must be a mentally distraught baby who is the offspring of your deadbeat ex. twice. *SLICE* shaula: O-O;;; Medusa: *sliced at Shaula's sleeve, another arrow aimed at Shaula's neck* "Never talk about my child like that." shaula:.....which one? owo; *SLICE* *Shaula loses her bangs* Medusa: "Stop talking..." shaula: OwO;;;; Ponera: ._.; "Um...Play nice? Or you'll, um, have to sit in the corner?" shaula: 737 neian: muma! Medusa: *smiles sweetly* "It is okay, precious. Mama is here." Ponera: *shiny eyes* "Baby~" -elsewhere- Hibana: "AH-choo!" -elsewhere- Rin: "...Is it cute enough?" kyouko: what even is that? *looks at it* Rin: "I was trying to draw a class mascot..." *it looks like a three-year-old drew it* kyouko: ...its nice. Rin: ^^; "...It looks like trash, doesn't it? I was trying to draw a cute demon..." kyouko: is it some kind of contest or something? Rin: "Yeah! Whoever makes the best mascot design wins a prize for their class: a new refrigerator!" kyouko: ... Rin: T_T "But I can't win it with this crap..." kyouko: want us to help? Rin: *nods* "How are you with drawing?" -elsewhere- Relan: *yawn* shinra: busy day? Relan: *nods* "I need eyedrops..." shinra: i think we have some in the bathroom. Relan: "Thank you..." *follows* -elsewhere- Lawless: *holding conductor's baton* "You got to wiggle your hips to perform for the audience..." licht: piano playing doesnt work that way. Lawless: "How about you play one of those piano flute thingies?" -elsewhere- Kid: "I got the laundry." liz: awesome. Patty: "Great! Time to fold--" *leaps into the laundry basket* Kid: ._. liz: *sweatdrop* Patty: *sits up, holding up--* "Kiddo!" *it's a speedo bottom with skull prints on it* Kid: o\\\\\o stocking: whats up gang-....oh, i wondered where you put those, kid. Kid: O\\\\\\\O Patty: "Oooooooo!" Kid: *snatches them, shoves them down his pants* "N-Nothing!" stocking: ^^; liz: hey, its not as if she hasnt seen you naked before, haha! Kid: "I don't like my speedos out in the open!" Patty: "Oh, how embarrassing can those be compared to--" *grabs Kid's pants* Kid: "?!!!" *TUG* stocking: ...lookin good, kiddo~<3 liz: D8 PATTI! Patty: "Ha ha ha ha!" Kid: *covering himself* D:< stocking: come on patti, leave him be. ^^; Kid: *pulling up his pants, scowling at Patty* "You will pay for that!" Patty: Xp -elsewhere- Hiro: "How about this one?" *holds up a one-piece* ef: .///. t-thats a bit flashy dont you think? Hiro: "Too colorful?" ef: a-a little... Hiro: *picks out a wetsuit* "How about this one?" ef: i think that one is much better. *smiles* Hiro: "Great!" *grabs a pair of swimtrunks with a flame design* "Huh..." ef: wow. Hiro: "Too flashy, right?" -elsewhere- Anya: "Hmm...Forgot the milk..." -elsewhere- Benimaru: *reviewing a file* "The food supplies seem suitable..." kabuki: that's good to know. reimi: *smiles* Benimaru: "Then we should prepare for the festival: not long before watermelon and fireworks..." reimi: yahoo! Benimaru: "??? Aren't you excited." reimi: of course i am! i've always loved matsuri season! Benimaru: *small smile* "It is a relief for many here." kirei: *smiles* Benimaru: "I suppose I should get out the kimonos..." -elsewhere- Yumi: "Come on, Shiori--eat..." shiori: *nom* gu! Yumi: ^^ "Thank you. You need to eat so you can grow up big and strong like your older siblings." -elsewhere- Meme: "I can't beat this level..." -elsewhere- naho: *talking into the fan* aaaaaahhhh... Shamrock: *sipping on cold fruit smoothie* lavender: *in her bathing suit* Higan: "Ready for a dip?" lavender: sounds good. Higan: *smiles* "After you~" Sakuya: *trying to stay in the shade* naho: ....hey sakkun. want some shaved ice? Sakuya: *nod nod* "Thanks...I'm so hot out here." naho: i couldnt tell, you're hot all the time... that sounded so dumb. >///<; Sakuya: "..." *pat pat* "I appreciate it, though." *smiles* naho: ^///^ Black Star: *in his swimtrunks* "Well, I'm ready for some sun and swimming!" lilac: i'll just...stay in here. Shamrock: "??? Would you like a fruit smoothie?" lilac:...*nod* Shamrock: *pours one out from the blender* "Enjoy." X^ lilac:..t-thank you... Shamrock: "Any time..." Black Star: *swimming* tsubaki: *sunbathing* *The nearby bush shakes* tsubaki: ?? *Fox eyes shine out of the bush* tsubaki: !! *The fox recedes back in the bush...then a human hand appears, curling a finger to ask her to come into the bushes* tsubaki: ._.; *looks around* .... *walks over* *Inside, alone in the bushes, is Mr. Tsubaki* Mr. Tsubaki: "..." *meek wave* tsubaki: .///. what are you doing here? Mr. Tsubaki: "I-I missed my family...which includes you." tsubaki: .....did you...want to speak with them? Mr. Tsubaki: "..." *nod nod* tsubaki:...you wont be able to stay long, will you? Mr. Tsubaki: "...One night." tsubaki:...ah. Mr. Tsubaki: "...I don't know how to face them..." tsubaki: ...they've missed you. Mr. Tsubaki: "...And I have missed them..." -and so- tsubaki: he's only spending the night. Black Star: *glaaaaaare* Sakuya: "Ts-Tsubaki?" Mr. Tsubaki: "..." *avoiding eye contact* naho: HIIIII! *HUG* >u< reimi: there's just two of them? i thought i heard more people? Shamrock: "YOUNG MASTER!" *glomp* Mr. Tsubaki: "!!!" ._.; "Um...A few more--" Belkia: "DADDY!" *glomp* lavender: holy shit. himawari: ....ah... Mr. Tsubaki: *waves* "Hi, Himawari...Been a while." himawari: ......*nod* reimi:...interesting bunch. lavender: oi! higan! you're not gonna believe who's here! Higan: "Hmm? What's up? I was just in the shower and--!!! TSUBAKI!" reimi:........ .____________________.; Higan: *hug, lifting him up* Mr. Tsubaki: "N-Nice to see you too, buddy." ^^; Sakuya: *looking at Reimi* "...Yo. Sakuya." reimi: actually, my name is Reimi Nishihori Sakuya: "No, I'm Sakuya. Sorry...Um, why are you with our erstwhile vampire?" reimi: oh! im actually a vampire too! long story. ^^; Sakuya: "...Near-death experience?" naho: you're a new subclass? neat! i'm naho! *shakes her hand* we're all vampires too! except miss tsubaki and black*star. Black Star: *GLAAAAAAARE* reimi: owo; Sakuya: "Don't mind Black Star. He and Tsubaki took us in when no one else would. He's just...stressed." Mr. Tsubaki: *hiding behind Tsubaki* "Why is he looking so mean at me?" Black Star: *GLAAAAAARE* tsubaki: now come on you two, lets try to get along tonight. ^^; Mr. Tsubaki: *holds her arm* "I hope so...but maybe I should sleep in another room..." tsubaki: eh? .////. Mr. Tsubaki: "So not to have Black Star get upset with me. Do you have a spare room? And one for Reimi?" tsubaki: i think there might be. Mr. Tsubaki: *smiles* "Thank you..." *whispers* "And if you grow tired of sharing a bed with Black Star..." tsubaki: ^^;;;; Black Star: D:< Shamrock: "...You can always share a bed with me--" Mr. Tsubaki: ^^ "No thank you." Shamrock: D: naho: D8> Sakuya: "...So, this is typical here, Reimi. Welcome to the family." reimi: *sweatdrop* lilac:... reimi: woah! you have a ghost here?! lilac: eep! Higan: "So, Reimi, what do you do for a living?" reimi: me? well, im a shrine maiden at the asakusa shrine, where i live. ^^ Sakuya: "..." *pats Lilac's back* "Lilac is our family, not a ghost..." Higan: "Shrine maiden? That's hot." reimi: um... otogiri: *CHOP* have you no shame, higan? Higan: "The answer is no." otogiri: *cold glare* reimi: um...sir, i think i may be a bit too young for you. ^^;;; Higan: "...Ouch." naho: he does that all the time cause he's a gross pervy old man. >xP lavender: you said something about a shower earlier~? Higan: "I prefer to think of myself as 'an amorous, experienced individual.'" *smiles at Lavender* "Yes, I was about to shower..." lavender: need a shower buddy~? reimi: O-O;;; what? Higan: "Always~" Mr. Tsubaki: *sniff* "My children are still as I left them." TwT reimi: ^w^;;;; *has no idea what's going on* Mr. Tsubaki: "Well, has Miss Tsubaki been feeding you all well?" naho: yep! -later that evening- Mr. Tsubaki: "You'll sleep well, Reimi?" reimi: hopefully. Mr. Tsubaki: "I'll be across the hall, so don't hesitate to knock. Otogiri and Lavender are also great to ask..." reimi: ok. the room has a futon, so i think im all set. ^^ Mr. Tsubaki: *nods* "Good night, Reimi." reimi: *nods and heads to bed* Mr. Tsubaki: *looks at the door to Tsubaki's room* "..." tsubaki: *asleep* Mr. Tsubaki: *pops his head in, looking around* tsubaki: *asleep in black*star's arms* Mr. Tsubaki: *pouts* tsubaki: *slight shiver* Mr. Tsubaki: "???" *checks to see whether she has a blanket over herself* -yes, just to her waist- Mr. Tsubaki: "..." *enters, pulling up the blanket...* tsubaki:...*faint smile* Mr. Tsubaki: "..." *leans down, kisses lightly on her forehead* tsubaki: mmmn.... Mr. Tsubaki: "..." ("I wish I could stay here forever...") -footsteps- Mr. Tsubaki: "???" *turns and looks--* Shamrock: "Zzz..." Mr. Tsubaki: "???" Shamrock: *bumps into him--and holds on* "Mmmm~" Mr. Tsubaki: "...???" Shamrock: *sleep-whispering* "I want you..." naho: O///w///O Mr. Tsubaki: "...Um..." *whispers* "I think I'm spoken for..." Shamrock: *sleep talking* "N-No..." *kissy face* naho: *peeeeek* OWO Mr. Tsubaki: *pulling back* "Sham, no. I'm with Tsubaki--" *SMOOCH* Mr. Tsubaki: ._____. Shamrock: "Mmm~" naho: *NOSEBLEED* Mr. Tsubaki: *pulling back, with Shamrock still asleep* "Let go--" *TRIP* Mr. Tsubaki: *falling back into the bed* o_O tsubaki: !! ah!...um... o.o; Mr. Tsubaki: *landed atop her* "...Hello~" Shamrock: *landed atop Mr. Tsubaki--* Mr. Tsubaki: "!!!" D: "Watch where you're poking! tsubaki: O____O;;; Black Star: *snoring loudly* Shamrock: *cupping Mr. Tsubaki's bottom* Mr. Tsubaki: o______O; *something is happening to him down there...as he's on top of Tsubaki* tsubaki: O.O WAKE UP! *CHOP* Shamrock: "Ouch!" *opens his eye* "...Why am I in a threesome with Young Master and Tsubaki?" tsubaki: i think you were sleepwalking? Shamrock: "..." x\\\\\o "O-Oh! I'm so sorry, Young Master!" Mr. Tsubaki: .\\\\. "Y-Yeah..." *he's still on top of Tsubaki and--* tsubaki: O-O; -squish- Mr. Tsubaki: *muffled, pleased voice* =~= tsubaki: O////O *CHOP* Mr. Tsubaki: "Ow!" o\\\\\o "...Sorry." Black Star: *still snoring* tsubaki: ._.; (thinking: there could be a whole war going on outside, and he'd still be asleep...) Shamrock: "...I'll get to bed. Good night--" *tries to run away quickly* Mr. Tsubaki: "..." *looks sad* tsubaki: s-sorry, i just...wanst expecting that... Mr. Tsubaki: "...I don't want to be alone." tsubaki:....*holds him* ..... Mr. Tsubaki: "...Can you stay with me...until I fall asleep?" tsubaki:...alright... Mr. Tsubaki: *gets up to go into his room..." -elsewhere- Kid: *turns in bed* stocking: U///U Kid: "Mmm...I can't sleep..." stocking: *yawn* kid? Kid: "...Sorry. Just thinking..." stocking:...need anything? Kid: "Maybe just some tea...I was planning the wedding in my dreams, until I was exhausted..." stocking: aw. pre-wedding jitters~? Kid: "N-Not about getting married! Just all the planning." .\\\\. stocking: ah. *hugs* it'll all work out, trust me. Kid: *hug* "R-Right...Just want it to be perfect...for you." stocking: *smiles* with you there, it will be. Kid: =\\\\\= "How did you get to be so perfect?" stocking: hehe~ ^^ Kid: *cuddles* stocking: love you~<3 Kid: *yawn* "Love you, too..." -morning- Mr. Tsubaki: *yawn* tsubaki: *still asleep* Mr. Tsubaki: "..." (thinking: she stayed) ... *holds her* tsubaki: zzz.... Mr. Tsubaki: "..." *nuzzles* tsubaki: *wakes up* .... !!!! Mr. Tsubaki: "!!!" *backs up a bit* "..." *just stares at her* tsubaki:....so it wasnt a dream then... *gets up* black*star? Mr. Tsubaki: "In-In the other room...I guess you slept here all night..." tsubaki: *goes to where black*star is sleeping* its time to wake up... Mr. Tsubaki: *pout* Black Star: *yawn...feels where he thinks she is on the bed...and feels nothing* "???" *looks up* "Oh, hey. Up early?" tsubaki: .....*she hugs him tightly* Black Star: "..." *smiles, returns the hug* "Man, quite a grip, Tsu..." tsubaki: *whimpers* Black Star: "???" *holds her* "What's wrong?" tsubaki: am i doing the right thing? Black Star: "...You mean...I mean, what do you mean? I think you are..." -she closes the door and explains- Black Star: "...Maybe...we need to lay down some rules?" tsubaki:....if it helps... Black Star: "...Do you want to be with him?" tsubaki:.....i dont know. i think my feeling for him are out of concern and guilt. Black Star: "So...not love?" tsubaki: ..i cant say for certain. but i know i love you. Black Star: "I love you, too...If something were to happen with you and him...I won't be angry. But...if you are _thinking_ of doing something with him...I would want you to tell me." tsubaki: ok. i wasnt, but ok. Black Star: *nods* "I trust you...and I trust you to tell me what you feel..." *hug* Mr. Tsubaki: *fox ears hear all* Q~Q tsubaki: thank you. *hugs back* Black Star: "Any time, wonderful." *hugs* reimi: sir? Mr. Tsubaki: *sniff* "Y-Yes?" reimi: are you ok? *concerned* Mr. Tsubaki: "...She doesn't...love me?" reimi: sir? Mr. Tsubaki: "She just...feels concern and guilt? I can't...Why?" reimi:.......at least she's concerned for you. thats something, isnt it? Mr. Tsubaki: "...It wasn't what I thought." reimi:...... Mr. Tsubaki: *reverts completely to fox form, sits in Reimi's lap* reimi:... *pets him* Mr. Tsubaki: *whimpers...as he closes his eyes* reimi:..... Shamrock: *behind the corner* "..." ("I have a chance...but he is so sad...") reimi:.... ?? *looks over* Shamrock: "!!!" *hides* reimi:..... (thinking: what is with that eyepatched guy?) Mr. Tsubaki: "Zzzz..." reimi:...did you want to go home now? Mr. Tsubaki: *yawn* "...It is for the best." -after they went home- tsubaki: .... Higan: "...You've been quiet, Den Mom." tsubaki: sorry....rough morning... naho: mr tsubaki and reimi went home to asakusa. he seemed kinda sad... Shamrock: "...Yes." tsubaki: ........... Sakuya: "...I guess we can visit him, soon..." otogiri: but then we risk letting C3 know where he is... tsubaki:....... Sakuya: "...Damn. Maybe another place where they can't find us? Or--" Shamrock: *puts his hands on the table* "Or maybe Tsubaki should take the real action that needs to be done." tsubaki: ...... Shamrock: "You know how he feels, and you know how he can be protected...and you haven't done it." tsubaki: .......he said he needed to do something on his own- Shamrock: "And you believe him?!" lavender: sham, take it easy- Shamrock: "You know what he needs to protect him? An eve!" tsubaki: ? Shamrock: "You know what he is like! The control he needs! Be his eve! Save him!" tsubaki: im trying, but- Shamrock: "That's not good enough!" *slams his fist on the table* "He loves you! And you toy with his feelings--" tsubaki: JUST STOP IT!! *uncanny sword markings* DO YOU THINK ALL THIS IS EASY FOR ME EITHER?! DO YOU EVEN KNOW HOW IT FEELS TO CARE SO MUCH FOR TWO PEOPLE AND FEEL LIKE YOUR A TERRIBLE PERSON FOR NOT GIVING THE OTHER ENOUGH LOVE AND CARE?! lavender: !! naho: o.o Sakuya: *puts an arm out between Tsubaki and Naho, shielding her* Belkia: *hides under the table* Higan: *just stares* Shamrock: "!!! Tsubaki, I--I just mean, have you not thought of how he--" tsubaki: *panting...she then collapses and breaks down crying, hunched over* Higan: *glares at Shamrock* "You fucking idiot..." Black Star: *runs in* "...Tsubaki!" *runs to her* lavender: for fucks sake, sham, what the hell? Shamrock: "I just...Mr. Tsubaki...He needs...He needs us..." Black Star: *holding Tsubaki, glares at Shamrock* otogiri:... naho: its ok. tsubaki: *still crying* Black Star: "We're here...I'm here..." lavender: easy there... otogiri: *looks at shamrock* perhaps you should cool off for a moment... Shamrock: "..." *shudders, looking horrified with himself...runs away* lilac:..... -later that afternoon- tsubaki: *asleep on the couch* Black Star: "...This is my fault." lavender: hey, you didnt do anything wrong. Black Star: "...She is so stressed, and I'm putting that pressure on her, too..." lavender: .... Black Star: "...I'm going to have to accept him, aren't I?" otogiri: we should do something for her. naho: it might help. Black Star: "Anything you have in mind? Because I think I'm too close to this to think of a solution..." naho: not at the top of my head.....anyone seen lilac? -elsewhere- lilac: *panting* too...much...walking.... Shamrock: *fast-walking* lilac: s-shamrock? s-shouldnt we....*pant* go home now? Shamrock: "You go home. How am I supposed to?" lilac: ....t-they'll..come looking for you...they did before... Shamrock: "...I hurt her...because...I wanted him protected...and I am...so angry and jealous of her..." lilac:....*listening* Shamrock: "...I love him." lilac:...oh. Shamrock: "...And he loves her. And I want her to give up everything for him--so that she destroys herself and can save him..." *serene smile as he is crying* "...I am awful..." lilac: *gulp* ...... Shamrock: *puts his head in his hands* "I'm such an idiot..." lilac: ......*hug* if-if it helps...i think you're just trying your best.... Shamrock: "..." *hug* "Like Tsubaki is..." lilac:....im sure she'll forgive you...miss tsubaki's....a really nice person... Shamrock: "...She's also a warrior...You haven't seen that glint in her eye..." lilac:..... Shamrock: "...I'm going to have to sleep with one eye open..." *light bulb* D: "I ONLY HAVE ONE EYE!" lilac: o.o; Shamrock: "She's going to kill me in my sleep!" *hugs Lilac* lilac: um....*confused* uhhhhhhhhh... *looking around* Shamrock: "...Lilac...Help me convince her..." lilac: eh? Shamrock: "...That I'm sorry?" lilac: oh. r-right...maybe...we could get her something? Shamrock: "...I don't know what I could get her to make up for my behavior." -elsewhere- Kid: *hug* stocking: hehe~<3 Kid: "I'm sorry for last night...I think it was just the anxiety getting to me. Seeing the progress we have made, I feel a little more at ease." stocking: *smiles* Kid: "Let's...look forward to this wedding preparation as a challenge." *smiles* -elsewhere- Mr. Tsubaki: *in fox form, wakes up confused* "Wh-Where am I?" reimi: back at the shrine. Mr. Tsubaki: "..." *small voice* "Oh." reimi:....*pet pet* Mr. Tsubaki: =\\\\= *sniff* "...She doesn't love me..." reimi: if not in a romantic sence, but i know she does care about you. Mr. Tsubaki: "...That's not the answer I wanted." reimi: ......i dont know....life's not very fair...is it? Mr. Tsubaki: "..." *remembering his sensei's death* "No..." reimi:...thanks...for saving me. Mr. Tsubaki: "...What kind of a person would I be, if I let someone die?" reimi:...*small smile* Mr. Tsubaki: "..." *huddles into himself, small whimper as he falls back asleep* reimi:...... -elsewhere- Kepuri: "Thanks for the meal, Nea." nea: no problem~ Kepuri: "Hey, I wanted to know--you like the outdoors?" nea: why do you ask? Kepuri: "I'm always locked up in the office--and my boss wants me to 'engage with the outdoors.' Phef. I just don't like that kind of stuff..." nea: insects are part of the outdoors, arent they? Kepuri: -_-; "Yes...But I tend to bring the specimens indoors so I can work in the lab." nea: *sweatdrop* mana: ok. im going to give you girls proper camping lessons! Kepuri: "...'Kay? Where to?" -elsewhere- Victor: *sipping coffee* "Well, I'm done for the day." -elsewhere- Hiro: *swimming* "Come on in! Water's great!" ef: *steps in, wearing the wetsuit* hime: *in a floatie* Hiro: "You okay, Hime?" hime: yeah. just relaxing, bro. Hiro: *smile* "How about you, Mai?" ef: d-doing well... Hiro: "You're a natural, right? Like a duck to water?" ef: y-you really think so? Hiro: *nods* "Yeah, you should have seen when Hime had problems swimming. Or me." hime: bro! D:< Hiro: "Hey, I had the same problems! Don't act like you were perfect the first time you swam..." hime: *rolls eyes* ef: it must be nice, having a sibling. hime: minus the fact he's a total dork, yeah. Hiro: "It has its benefits, Mai..." *splashes at Hime* hime: hey! D8< you butt! Hiro: "Ha ha!" *dodges* hime: TnT Hiro: "Mai--" *splashes a bt* ef: ah! haha! Hiro: "Ha ha--" *slips back* -elsewhere- Patty: "Just need a bit more ice cream on this cereal..." liz: what are you doing? Patty: "Late breakfast?" -elsewhere- Arthur: *peeling grapes* shinra: what'cha up to? Arthur: "Tamaki seems upset, so I thought I'd make her a fruit platter." shinra: ah. Arthur: "...So, how's Relan?" shinra: he's doing great. *smiles* Arthur: "That's good...But..." shinra: ?? Arthur: "What happens when Giovanni shows up?" shinra: ..... Arthur: "...I think you better get ready for how to respond to him." shinra:...yeah.... Arthur: "...Maybe we can blackmail him?" shinra: but how though... hmmm... Arthur: "Maybe he has embarrassing pictures on the Internet?" shinra: hmm... *thinking*... maybe vulcan knows something? Arthur: "Oh, hey! He knows him...Want to call him?" shinra: sounds like a plan. Arthur: *nods, hands him the phone* -briiiing briiiiing- Vulcan: "...What, no one else can answer these things?" *picks up cat-shaped phone* "What you want?!" shinra: hey vulcan, its us again. just here to chat. Vulcan: "...What you want?" shinra: we wanted to talk to you about giovanni. seems you guys have some kind of history. Vulcan: "...Murderer." shinra: O-O; um...vul? Vulcan: "...Yeah. Giovanni. You already know my story with him. You really think he had nothing to do with my father and uncle getting turned into flame monsters?" shinra: um...well i still dont know the full story on that so....*head scratches* Vulcan: "...Giovanni would send his underlings to visit my uncle and dad. Seemed nice enough. Always friendly to me. But that was a lie, just a way to hide what they were planning...When Giovanni showed up, all of a sudden, Dad and Uncle are flame monsters. And dead. I keep trying to find evidence he is responsible--nothing hard enough to get a case against him." shinra: that does sound suspicious. ...maybe we can find out for sure? the 8th does work as internal investigations amongst the brigades, plus we have two friends in the 3rd, plus relan, who's transfered here to the 8th. maybe they know something? Vulcan: "...What do you want in exchange? I know you're angling for something--" shinra: if you find out anything new, let us know, ok? Vulcan: "...Fine." -elsewhere- tsubaki: *waking up* mmn...hnn? *rubs eyes* Black Star: *lying next to her, awake* "...Hey." tsubaki:...hey. *sad smile* lavender: feeling any better now? tsubaki:....a little bit. thank you. Black Star: "...How's your stomach?" tsubaki: fine... -the door opens- tsubaki: oh...hello sham. Shamrock: "...H-Hi..." tsubaki: listen, sorry about this morning. i just...lost it... Shamrock: "...So did I. I blamed you..." tsubaki: ....sorry that i didnt take your feelings into consideration...or his.. Shamrock: "...I just want him to be safe. He means so much to me..." tsubaki: i know. i want him to be safe too... Shamrock: "...I know you do." *sad smile* -elsewhere- Benimaru: "...The fox looks ill." kirei: poor thing... Mr. Tsubaki: *ears down, curled up with his tail around him* "..." T_T reimi:.... Benimaru: "Perhaps take him to a doctor? What do you think, Reimi?" reimi: i'll see what i can do, sir! Mr. Tsubaki: *curls up against Reimi* Benimaru: "See that you do. Cannot have this creature hurt." reimi: *nods* Mr. Tsubaki: *has fallen asleep, shivering* -elsewhere- Touma: "Any reports from the Nakatsukasa residence?" natsuna: nothing yet. Touma: "Keep an eye on the location. We're almost ready with wiretaps." natsuna: right. Touma: *smiles* "This is when our work gets interesting." -elsewhere- Sakuya: *pats Lilac's back* "You did good." lilac: um...t-thank you.. Sakuya: *smiles* "You're welcome. And I'm sure Sham appreciates it." lilac:...*small smile* Sakuya: "Keep it up--that's how we're going to get through this." lilac: o-ok... Sakuya: "You hungry?" lilac: a little... Sakuya: "Pasta sound good?" lilac: sure. -elsewhere- Kid: "We have a few responses already to invitations, regarding whether they want the vegetarian dish..." -elsewhere- Hiro: "I had a lot of fun!" ef: me too. thanks for inviting me. ^^ Hiro: "Any time--Hime had fun, too!" hime: im not a baby, i can speak for myself, you know. -n- Hiro: "Ha ha..." *pats Hime's shoulder, smiles at Eternal Feather* "So, are you staying here?" ef: well, i-if you want me to then...i-i dont want to intrude or anything. Hiro: "I think we got room. Hime and you can share a room, or Hime and I could." -elsewhere- Shotaro: "Camping trip, huh? I remember doing that when we started on our travels, Mana!" mana: yeah. it sure brings back memories. Shotaro: *nods* "Think Kepuri will do okay at it?" mana: who knows. -elsewhere- Iida: *tapping his fingers* "...Boring." ochako: *looks up* whats up iida? Iida: "It feels like we have not had a mission in such a long time." tsuyu: yeah, and with summer break coming up... Izuku: "W-Well, we can always just keep practicing, and hope nothing bad happens--" Bakugo: -_-;;; "You're gonna jinx us." ochako: beach trip! Iida: "!!! Yes! Running on the beach! Improving our swimming! A true boot camp in superheroics!" denki: and girls in swimsuits! kyouka: *facepalm* Bakugo: "DENKI! YOU AND IIDA ARE BOTH RUINING THIS! CAN'T A BEACH TRIP JUST BE A BEACH TRIP?!!!" Izuku: ._. -elsewhere- Giriko: *playing* "Happy little baby!" anna: ^o^ Giriko: *holds up spidey plushie* "Happy little spider!" anna: *hug* >u< arachne: ^^ Giriko: *chuckles* "Better than giving her a chainsaw plushie..." -elsewhere- Black Star: *hands Tsubaki tea* tsubaki: thank you. *smiles* Black Star: "You're welcome." *pats her hand* "Rest up. I'm taking care of--" *BOOM* Black Star: o_O tsubaki: ?!?! *goes to check* what on earth- Belkia: *covered in soot, his hair on fire* "...I was baking cupcakes for you." tsubaki: oh...thank you. ^^; otogiri:... *licks fingertips and snuffs the fire* -tsss- Belkia: *holds up the cupcakes...which are burnt* "..." *points at one* "This one is chocolate." *points at another one* "That one is orange." *points at another* "And I think that one has cherry filling." tsubaki: ...^^ thank you. *eats one*...delicious. ^^; Belkia: *shiny eyes* "THANK YOU, MOMMY!" Black Star: o_o ("...Her poor taste buds and stomach...") tsubaki: TTuTT; Belkia: "I'll do even better next time with a meal! In the meantime, I have to get these charred clothes off me before they fused into my skin!" *skips away happily* Black Star: "..." *holds up garbage can and a box of stomach medicine* -elsewhere- Karim: "This is not bad..." pearl: *she smiles* Karim: "Happy to have a break..." *offers plate* "Cheese?" pearl: sure. ^^ Karim: "Cool..." *takes some himself and puts it on a cracker--and still talks with his mouth full* "So...I was thinking..." pearl: ?? Karim: "What are some of your hobbies? You know, when we're not saving lives?" pearl: well, i do enjoy knitting from time to time. Karim: "Oh, cool! Like scarves?" pearl: *nods* i actually made some for ruby and dia. Karim: "That was nice. I'm sure they were happy with them." pearl: *smiles* Karim: "...Could I get a scarf?" pearl: oh! d-did you have anything in mind? Karim: "Mmm...Maybe something cold-themed? I like penguins..." pearl: oh that would be so cute. ^^ Karim: *smiles* "Thanks..." Karim: "Let me know how I can repay you." -elsewhere- Kid: "How is work at True Cross?" stocking: doing well. im learning more about the other student teachers. Kid: "That's good. Would you like to have them over? Or meet up for a meal?" stocking: sounds great! Kid: *smiles* "I look forward to meeting them." -and so- adrian: *nom* dude, this steak is delicious! seiya: .... gilda:..... ^^; Kid: "Gilda, may I pass you any dish? Maybe the salad?" gilda: *nods* Kid: *passes the salad, serving some of it to xem* "We grew some of the vegetables and made the dressing..." gilda: *nom*... ^w^ seiya: why thank you. adrian: thanks~! Kid: *smiles* "So...how is teaching going?" seiya: it's been well. we've been learning a lot as well. gilda: *nods* Kid: "I can imagine it takes some getting used to a new environment..." *pats Stocking's hand* "And I'm glad Stocking has you all with her." adrian: oh, thanks for inviting us to the wedding, stocks! stocking: no problem. ^^ Kid: *smiles* "We look forward to having you there." Kid: (Internal squeeing) -elsewhere- Hiro: "I had fun..." ef: *smiles* so did i. hime: come on bro, we have to go home now. Hiro: "I got it, I know already..." *waves* "Later, Mai." ef: later! Hiro: *looks at Hime* "You're a little impatient." hime: well, i've been hearing rumors at school about vampire and mafia attacks... Hiro: "..." *nervous laugh* "Th-That's just a rumor..." hime: maybe....but still... Hiro: "Y-Yeah. I mean, I wouldn't want you to get hurt--" hime: i appreciate that. Hiro: " 'Cause it's not like I'm afraid or anything..." hime: ... -elsewhere- Kid: "How was dessert?" stocking: delicious~<3 Kid: *smiles* "Thank you for inviting your new friends to dinner." stocking: *she smiles* Kid: "I think they will be helpful to you...and you to them." *smooch* stocking: hehe~<3 Kid: *hug* "Stocking...This is good." stocking: *smiles* Kid: *dips his finger into the dessert, licking it* stocking: hey, save some for me! *pouts* Kid: *taps his dessert-covered finger onto her nose* stocking: ah! haha! Kid: "Hee hee...Now you have an adorable and delicious nose." stocking: ^^; Kid: *dips another finger, bringing it to her lips* stocking: *suck* Kid: =\\\\= "Such talent..." stocking: hehe~ Kid: *kisses away the remaining frosting on her lips* stocking: U////U Kid: "I can't tell what is more delicious..." stocking: oh you~ Kid: *smiles, holds her hands* "I mean it." stocking: i know. *hug* Kid: *hug* "So sweet..." -elsewhere- Spirit: "So, this is serious. And you have to take your classes seriously." izumi: *she nods* i will. i'll do my best! Spirit: "..." *small smile, pats her shoulder* "I know you will..." *worried* izumi: *smiles* Spirit: "Be safe...Find a strong partner...and if any boy tries to get near you, BEAT THE EVER-LOVING HECK OUT OF THEM!" izumi: ...noted. *sweatdrop* Spirit: "Good...Good...Also, the same applies to any girls or anyone else trying anything. You just tell me who they are, and I'll show them what for!" izumi: ok dad. ^^; Spirit: "..." *sniff, tight hug* izumi: dad? you ok? Spirit: "I just...it means a lot to hear you say 'Dad.'" izumi: oh...to be honest, it makes me feel a bit better too... Spirit: "...If it does, I'm glad...I am not perfect, Izumi...but I want to try." izumi: *she nods* -elsewhere- Emine: "...I feel happy." lin: that's good. ^^ medea: is it because you vandalized that car? Emine: "Maybe. I mean, that bastard was asking for it. Cat calling, and parking in a handicapped space?" medea: good point. lin: but to be fair, i dont think he'll be driving anytime soon~ *holds up her utensils* medea: chie's not going to be happy about this. Emine: "Let's just make it up to her. Think she'd like new hubcaps?" -elsewhere- Kishiri: *hiding in the closet* o____O hanako: ?? Kishiri: "Shhh! Don't let them know I'm in here." hanako: ~? Kishiri: "I may have upset the Commander..." hanako: ???? Hibana: *heard from down the hall* "WHERE IS HE?!" hanako:... hey mom? are you looking for big bro kishiri? he's in your dress closet! Kishiri: .____. "If you weren't an adorably small child, I would be so angry right now--" *A hand punches through the door, right at Kishiri's neck, pulling him out through the hole in the door* -elsewhere- Tsukiyo: "So, you have to pose a certain way--" fang-hua: tsukiyo, what are you doing?! Tsukiyo: "Oh, hey! It's this new trend online! You got to pose in such a way so that--" fang-hua: *chop* not in front of the children! Tsukiyo: Q~Q "I was doing nothin'!" -elsewhere- Shamrock: "..." *hugging a pillow* himawari:...? Shamrock: "...It's difficult, Himawari." himawari:..what is? Shamrock: "...When you can't fix things." himawari: ?? Shamrock: "Young master...Tsubaki herself...Just struggling to get through this. And I still regret my actions." himawari:..*hug* Shamrock: "..." *hugs* "I'm sorry..." himawari: .... Shamrock: "..." *holds her* "No more pain..." himawari:...*shaking, eyes dull* im sorry....mr touma...im sorry.... Shamrock: "Himawari, stop!" *hugs her* "He's not here...You're safe." himawari:..... Shamrock: "...I'm sorry. I was thinking only of myself..." himawari:...... Shamrock: "...I wasnt thinking about you..." himawari:...... Shamrock: "...You deserve happiness. Everyone does." -elsewhere- Kana: "You seem rather pleased, Eternal Feather." ef: *smiles* i just had a good day at the pool today. misery: oh my~ have you finally found a special someone~? ef: O///O um.. w-w-well. Kana: "..." *puts it away* "Too soon, then. So, what's their name?" misery: oh how lovely~! and if this person tries to hurt you, i'll just have to get out the old shovel and hammer~<3 ef: O-O; Kana: *holds up cards* "I can cut up the body." -elsewhere- Ponera: *looking around the empty cave* "..." grimoire: is everything all right? Ponera: "Just...conflicted. It feels isolating in here." grimoire: it does decrease our chances of being spotted by the DWMA. Ponera: "...It's big. And empty. And cold. And lonely." shaula: then we build a kick-ass secret base! Medusa: -_-; "What, with laser beams and sharks?" shaula: ...i mean not right away, but we should invest in that. Medusa: *face-palm* Ponera: "We would need money for that..." shaula: i wonder if the shark witch would help us. Medusa: "...You called her fat." shaula: please, she's a stick compared to you. *PUNCH* shaula: ow! Medusa: "At least I have curves, you scrawny twat." shaula: below the belt, sis. Medusa: "Somewhere you're not touched..." beatrice: i...beg to differ. shaula: nice save beatrice! it's official! beatrice is my favorite person in this room, the rest of you are assholes! Medusa: "...Oh, gee, child, really? You can do so much better." beatrice: *glaaaaaare* Medusa: "??? I touch a nerve?" shaula: and another thing, arachne has waaay better curves than you. if she wasnt my sister, i'd tap that. Medusa: "Gah! Gross, gross, gross!" Medusa: "...And I had a baby! I have curves!" -elsewhere- arachne: *shudders* Giriko: "??? Cold?" arachne: i felt a disturbance. Giriko: "...Okay." *holds her* -elsewhere- Alone: *singing to himself* "Don't want be all by my-seeeeeeeeelf." guard: SHUT UP IN THERE! Alone: "No! You shut up out there!" hammerhead shark witck: IM TRYING TO SLEEP BE QUIET! Alone: "Oh, go dunk your head in salt water!" kinuta: zzzzz.... Alone: "...Yo? Kinuta? You awake?" kinuta: hnn? ya? Alone: "...How much longer they keeping you in this prison?" kinuta: not sure. gaaah im so bored! Alone: "Want to talk?" kinuta: eh, why not. Alone: "You doing okay with those missions they have you doing?" kinuta: yeah, keeps the circulation going. Alone: "I'm sure that's good for you. I've been stuck in here so long that my circulation is stuck." kinuta: want me to help you with that~? we still have that hole~ -faint rumbling- Alone: "Oh, babe, I'm feeling those vibrations already!" kinuta: let me just- wait what the heck? -something breaks through the ground- moguru: hmm. *looks at map* according to this, i should be....in jail. nice. Alone: "?! What the hell?!" moguru: salutations. i've been employed by a common ally to locate you and bust you out! kinuta: nice! Alone: "Take me, too!" moguru: i was talking to you sir. but if pinky wants to come along- kinuta: hell yeah! moguru: ok then, just give me a moment. Alone: "Where I go, she goes!" *picks up Kinuta* kinuta: *grins* guard: ?? *looks* oh fizzlesticks. *runs* Alone: "Let's go, babe." -and so- Alone: "So, what's the deal here?" moguru: i found them lady ponera! kinuta: oh? Alone: "Ponera?" Ponera: "...Welcome back." kinuta: um...hi? *sweats* Medusa: *glares at Kinuta* kinuta:...what? Medusa: "...Alone, the trash you bring home." neian: puppy! ^o^ kinuta: yeah mole brat, take a bath. moguru: ...ha. Medusa: "I was talking to you, Kinuta." kinuta: you're one to talk, kidnapping a romani baby. Medusa: "This is _my_ child." kinuta: so adopted then? shaula: oi kinu! whats up bitch! kinuta: got outta prison. shaula: niiice! Alone: *wave* "Hey, Scorpion." shaula: you wont believe how that baby got to be a thing. medusa banged her ex. kinuta: for real? *laughing* OH MY GOD! Medusa: *annoyed* "Ha ha ha. Laugh as you wish. At least I am here for my child, you slut." kinuta: what about that sword wielding weirdo? shaula: OOOOOOH! Medusa: "..You will be silent. Or I will end you." kinuta: alright, touchy touchy. Ponera: "If we are done with all this, I have need of Alone. And I supose we can find a use for Kinuta." -elsewhere- eruka: O_____________O;;;;; i just became overwhelmed with a feeling of dread and danger. Free: "??? Maybe that pizza is disagreeing with you?" eruka: maybe... Free: "I'll get you some medicine...Hey, you call your parents recently?" eruka: not recently. i'll do that then. Free: "Cool..." -elsewhere- Vulcan: "It's happening..." lisa: what is? Vulcan: "Watch...She's is going to leap..." lisa: *watching* Kitten: "..." *hesitates* Vulcan: "Come on...You can do it..." lisa: .... Kitten: *leaps--and lands, except for back legs* -elsewhere- Giovanni: *checks answering machine* soldier: ... Giovanni: "The snake hasn't called?" soldier: snake? Giovanni: "The one with Vulcan..." soldier: ah. -elsewhere- Arthur: *wearing a horse mask* shinra:.....*casually sips soda* Arthur: *breathing in the mask* Relan: ._. "...What the heck?" iris:.... o.o Arthur: "Can you believe Vulcan threw this out?" tamaki: you raided his garbage? Arthur: "Why not? It was a landfill. He has so many treasures! Look, this bookcase is just slightly warped!" *Bookcase stands...then falls over...and self-ignites on fire* iris: *extinguishes* Arthur: "...It still stood for a whole two seconds." karin: jeez, not even furniture is safe from combustion. Relan: "...I hope tiny animals don't spontaneously combust." *holds Buttons* buttons: O.o Victor: "...Would it be weird if cats spontaneously combusted?" tamaki: D8 -elsewhere- Assi: "So...camping trip..." mono: yeah. Assi: "Should be fun, right? New experience, get to see the wilderness...alone." mono: .... Assi: "...You going to be okay out there?" mono: *nod* Assi: "..." *nods* "Of course you will. You're strong, so I know you can face the elements." -elsewhere- Patty: *moving the couch...by herself...over her head* "How about here?" -elsewhere- Mr. Tsubaki: *takes medicine* reimi: feeling any better? Mr. Tsubaki: "..." *shakes his head* "My body feels better...not the rest of me." reimi:.... Mr. Tsubaki: "I need a distraction...Maybe a walk." reimi: good idea... Mr. Tsubaki: *stands and exits* "..." reimi:... Mr. Tsubaki: *looks along the walkway at residents* -a young couple holds hands as they walk past- Mr. Tsubaki: TT_TT -elsewhere- Sakuya: "Comfy?" naho: yep. Sakuya: "That's good." *snuggle* naho: =w= Sakuya: *forehead smooch* naho: hehe~ Sakuya: "...What do you dream about?" naho: besides yaoi? i dunno. Sakuya: *small laugh* "You ever imagine flying?" naho: hmmm...sometimes. Sakuya: "Looking down on everything?" *holds her arms* -elsewhere- Nals: "...Rather dark and dreary surroundings." milia: it's so cold! could you keep me warm, nalsie~? Nals: "..." *holds up a match* milia: *pouts* Nals: "Just rub your hands together." neian: guu... Medusa: *holds Neian close* "Stay warm, small one." neian: ^w^ Alone: *shivers* "Wish I grew more fur..." kinuta: want me to help~? Alone: =w= "You know it..." -elsewhere- Lawless: "See anything?" romina: nah. Lawless: "It should be here...It couldn't just disappear." -elsewhere- Jacqueline: "Pool's clean." kim: awesome! Jacqueline: *stretches* "Glad to be done with that." *opens freezer, removes two cans of soda* kim: *smiles* Jacqueline: "What you want to do after this?" kim: how about we go to the mall? Jacqueline: *nods* "I wanted to get a sun-dress..." kim: i think you could rock one. *smiles* Jacqueline: *small smile* "Thanks...Anything you wanted to pick up?" -elsewhere- Gopher: "??? You look familiar..." yu: ?? me? *points to self* Gopher: *looks at him from all angles* "I don't get it...Did we go to school together?" yu: well, i do attend day classes at the DWMA. but im just in the regular program. ^^; Gopher: "...Did you steal my face? Are you another paper clone?" yu: w-what? o.o;;; kotone: *glaaaares and pulls gopher closer to her* Gopher: "It-It's okay, Kotone. I think he's a real human...I hope." yu: i am! really! *waves hands in front of him* Gopher: "..." *extends his hand* "I'm Gopher." yu: my name's Yu. *shakes hand* Gopher: *nods* "Good to know..." -elsewhere- Kid: *holding ice to his nose* "Ow..." stocking: there there... Kid: "This is embarrassing..." stocking: ^^; Kid: "I just hit my nose like this...It's not even bleeding symmetrically." liz: jeez patti, did you have to throw the ball so hard? Patty: "I had to! He kept saying the throw wasn't parallel exactly with the ground!" kirika: look, the video has over 200 hits already. Kid: -______-;;; "You jerk." kirika: *reading the comments* kilik: [ow, that had to hurt] student: [how dare she hurt kiddo! D8<] kinoko: [dude, that's rad] Patty: "...Who's that jerk-off blaming me?" kirika: probably one of kid's fanbrats. *shrug* stocking: *annoyed sigh* just ignore them, thats what i do. Kid: -______-; "This is not the Internet fame I wanted." kirika: at least you're not the guy with that video with the horse. Patty: *Excalibur face* -elsewhere- Ponera: *tossing in bed, wide awake* "..." grimoire: zzzzz.... kinuta: *in the other room* AHHH~ OH FUCK THAT'S AMAZING~! Ponera: ._. Medusa: *glares at the ceiling* ("Goddamn that witch...") milia: SHUT UP! SOME OF US WANT TO SLEEP! Alone: "Then go to sleep!" kinuta: yeah anyway!. now, where were we~? Alone: "The Big Bad Wolf was going to eat you up..." Ponera: ._________. ("...I feel disgusted and lonely...") kinuta: ah~ Alone: *lick* kinuta: oh~!<3 Medusa: "I'm gonna kill them..." Ponera: *curls up, looking at the ceiling* Q~Q Nals: *putting pillow over his head* -morning- Ponera: -______-;;; "Was anyone able to fall asleep?" -elsewhere- Black Star: *hug* tsubaki: *smiles* Black Star: "Feel okay?" tsubaki: *she nods* yeah. Black Star: "That's good...because I got you something." tsubaki: oh? Black Star: *holds up a camellia flower in his hands* tsubaki: *smiles* thank you. *goes to get a vase for it* Black Star: *smiles* "You're welcome...I have some other surprises, for later." tsubaki: ..i see. .///. Black Star: "..." *slight smirk* "I'll just get back to picking up around the house...The 'kids' are making a mess." tsubaki: ah. hehe. Black Star: *takes her hand, gives it a small kiss, before getting to work* tsubaki:...*small smile* Belkia: .w. "Mommy...Are you and Daddy getting along again?" tsubaki: of course. naho: belbel, what's it with you and 'mommy and daddy'? (thinking: what did his family do to him...?) Belkia: "Well, they take care of us like parents, right"? naho:...right. (thinking: mom...dad....) Sakuya: "..." *glances at Naho* "???" naho:... ?? *smiles* Sakuya: "You alright?" naho: of course i am sakkun, why wouldnt i be? Sakuya: "Just...making sure..." ("...Sis...") -elsewhere- Kid: *inhales stocking: *rubs his shoulders* just a few more weeks now~ Kid: *nod nod* "Still, so much to do..." stocking: *smiles and nuzzles* Kid: "Will we be ready?" stocking: i know we will. *smiles* Kid: *smiles* "When I hear you say that...I know it's true." *smooch* stocking: mmm~ Kid: *smiles* "I think that leaves one thing left to plan for each of us..." stocking: oh~? Kid: *holds her close* "Have you and your friends planned anything for your bachelorette event?" stocking: well we did go to the beach... Kid: "And my male friends and I had...fun? I don't know--the part where Soul was in his boxers was odd." stocking: *chuckles* Kid: *laughs* "I guess we're saying good-bye to single-hood..." stocking: i think we did that a long time ago when we started dating~ Kid: "...I am still amazed...by you." stocking: *warm smile* thank you kid. for reaching out to me. Kid: "...And I look forward, to being amazed by you even more." -elsewhere- Vulcan: *banging away on an engine* "Fix, fix, fix..." -elsewhere- Meme: *holding up a Yoshi plushie* "Aw, how cute!" mio: *smiles* Meme: "Where did you get it?" mio: i won it from the crane game at the game corner. Meme: "So talented. Been practicing at it?" mio: i-i guess. 7///7 Meme: "I wish I could win something for you. But I tend to be blunt--or as blunt as an axe can be." mio: well...i guess i have you covered there on both fronts? *one hand becomes and axe blade, and the other becomes a hammer* Meme: *claps her hands* "Yay! See? Perfect weapon." mio:...*small smile* Meme: "And if I can't get the toy out of the crane game, I can break it open with you." *joking smile* mio: um...thanks. ^^; Meme: "You are a knockout." *proud grin* -elsewhere- Jacqueline: *in the sundress* "How is it?" kim: it looks great! Jacqueline: *smiles* "Thanks...I think it was a good purchase, especially with the summer heat." kim: yeah. i bet being a lantern doesnt help matters, haha! Jacqueline: -\\\\- "No, it does not." -elsewhere- Shotaro: *wearing a cardboard box outfit* "I. AM. A. ROBOT." *moves like one* GET: -.- saki: how cute. ^^; Tool: "Dude--Fear Robot died for us, man." Shotaro: "I. AM. HONORING. THEIR. MEMORY." *robot dance* mana: *facepalm* *chop* Shotaro: "Ouch! You wrecked my cardboard head!" -elsewhere- Lawless: "Yo, Soul!" soul: sup. *waves* Lawless: "You are! That's what's up!" soul: ...right. well, i just got off work, so i'm just chillin out and sightseeing right now. Lawless: "Oh? Sightseeing for anything in particular? soul: not sure. i guess i might check some parts of the city i havent visited before. its funny, after how long i've lived here, there's still places i've never even heard of yet. Lawless: "Jazz clubs?" soul: know any? licht: i shall find the way there, because. *pose* im an ang- soul: you're an angel, i know. licht: *glare* dont interrupt me. Lawless: "Yeah, don't interrupt the angel! Licht, lead the way!" soul: this should be interesting. -elsewhere- Belkia: *fiddling on a violin...badly* naho: *cringe* Shamrock: *covering his ears* "This is torture!" *KNOCK KNOCK on door* tsubaki: yes? Wes: *at the door...and looks furious* tsubaki: O-O;;; naho: eh-... *SCREAMING AND FROTHS* *KO* Sakuya: "!!!" *catches her* Wes: "I...heard the tortured screams...of a violin." Belkia: *waves* "Hello! I--" *PUNCH* Wes: *holding the violin...his fist steaming* Belkia: X________X naho: ouch. but. WES EVENS IS IN OUR HOUSE! *SCREAMS AND FAINTS AGAIN* Sakuya: -_-; Wes: "??? Um...Hi?" tsubaki: wes, these are me and black*star's house mates. it's....a long story. Wes: "Oh...I was wondering how you afforded this big place. You rent--that explains it!" *shakes Naho's hand* "Hello. Nice to meet a fan." naho: euhehehe... !! *shakes hand* IHAVEABOYFRIEND! *hugs sakuya* >.< Sakuya: =w= "Yeah...So hands off, fiddle boy." Wes: "???" *looks at Tsubaki* "Um...What's with them?" tsubaki: they're dating. naho's...a very energetic person. Wes: "Ah. Well, with wedding prep coming up, I appreciate that." *smiles* -elsewhere- Ponera: *curled up in bed* "Couldn't...sleep..." grimoire:...*puts the blanket over her* Ponera: "...Thank you. Can you do something about Alone?" grimoire: do you want me to neuter him? Ponera: "..." *considers it* "No. Could compromise him for combat." grimoire: ah. Ponera: "...I heard saltpepper works." -elsewhere- Relan: *jogging* shinra: *jogging with him* Relan: "I-I don't think I can keep up like you can!" ^^; maki: you two are doing great! iris: keep it up guys! Relan: "...They used to encourage me..." shinra: ?? Relan: "Mikami and Ryuuko..." shinra:... ah. well, we all go to school together, so. maybe we can invite them to hang out sometime? Relan: *nod nod* "...If G-G-Giov-vani lets them..." shinra: ....right. Relan: "..." *slows down to end the jog* "I...think I'm done." maki: that was pretty good time though. Relan: "..." *small smile, nods* "Th-Thank you, Maki..." -elsewhere- Kid: *folding clothes* lord death: howdy kiddo~ Kid: "Father! Hello! How are you?" lord death: doing just great. im just so happy for you kiddo! *hug* Kid: "Umph! ..." *tight hug* "Thank you!" lord death: so...what are the odds of you two having kiddos of your own? Kid: o\\\\\\o "...Father, um, that's a, um, bit forward...but...Stocking and I are considering..." lord death: i understand. though i would like to spend some time with my future grandchildren... Kid: "...Um...Well..." *nervous laugh* "Can't rush a good thing...But if you are about to become a grandfather, you will know." lord death: *he smiles* it's unfortunate my own father didnt get the chance to meet you....or my other children for that matter. Kid: "...I'm sorry." *holds his hand* "...What do you think...he would think of me?" lord death:...im certain he would be proud of how far you have come. as i am. Kid: *smiles* "Thank you, again." -elsewhere- Mephisto: *sobbing* felisia: is something wrong?! Mephisto: "Stocking...is getting married! My baby girl!" felisia: *she smiles* i know. i never thought i would be able to see it. Mephisto: "..." *holds her hand* "I am so happy you are here..." felisia: .... ^///^ Mephisto: "..." *hugs her* "I was so worried..." felisia:...*smiles* Mephisto: *cuddle* felisia: ^^ Mephisto: "Our baby..." felisia: *she nods* -elsewhere- Hibana: "Nightmare, sweetie?" hanako: *sniff* Hibana: *hug* "You're safe here..." hanako: *hug* gabriella: *hug* Hibana: "You want to sleep with us? Or talk about your dream?" hanako: there was a s-scary scorpion monster who hurt you, mama... Hibana: o\\\\\o "...Oh." gabriella: *concerned look at hibana* Hibana: ^\\\\^ "J-Just a dream, sweetie. Believe me, if a scorpion monster came after me, your mamas would handle it." hanako: *sniffle* r-really? Hibana: *nods* "Really really." -elsewhere- Kepuri: *assembling a tent* mono: *streeetch* Kepuri: "Darn...I think I'm missing a post..." Kepuri: "Nea, you finish with the sleeping bags?" nea: all set~ Kepuri: "Good...Time to take Mono fishing." mono: ok then... setsuna: ^^ Kepuri: *hands her the rod* "And I got the bait..." mana: i think the river is this way. Kepuri: *looking at compass* "Hmmm...Better hurry. I'm starving." -elsewhere- Mr. Tsubaki: *sorting medical files...listlessly* "..." kabuki: good morning. Mr. Tsubaki: "...Hey." *shuts cabinet* kabuki: busy? Mr. Tsubaki: "Trying to be. It keeps my mind occupied." kabuki: ah. Mr. Tsubaki: "Any reason you are here? Feeling okay?" kabuki: the twins were worried about you. Mr. Tsubaki: "...How are they?" kabuki: doing well. though they have taken notice in your recent change in demenor... Mr. Tsubaki: "..." *lip quivers--as he starts crying* kabuki: ah! di-did i say something wrong? Mr. Tsubaki: "N-No...I just...Why would anyone worry about me?" kabuki: well, i guess they consider you part of their family. *small smile* Mr. Tsubaki: "...'Family'..." *sniff* kabuki: ...if you feel up for it later, we wouldnt mind you dropping by for some sake. Mr. Tsubaki: "...O-Okay..." -elsewhere- Black Star: "Comfortable?" tsubaki: *nods* Black Star: "I'm glad..." *hug* -elsewhere- Yumi: "I think you'll look lovely." liz: you think so? roxanne: of course. *nods* Patty: "Yep! Just need that something borrowed, something old stuff!" heather: yeah. liz: you guys...*smiles* Patty: "You'll be a knock-out, Sis!" *hug* -elsewhere- Relan: [how are u doing?] mikami: [been busy.] ryuuko: [otherwise alright.] Relan: [that's good to hear. i was worried] ryuuko:... [how's the 8th for you?] Relan: [i feel safe here. :) ] mikami: [that's good to know. ^^ ] Relan: [thanks. it means a lot.] *attaches a pic of him and Shinra* ryuuko: [and iris?] iris: [i took the photo. ^^] ryuuko: [ah] Relan: [sends one of Iris holding Buttons] mikami: [how cute!] Relan: [^^ i know right?!] -elsewhere- Jacqueline: *in pajamas, watching TV* -elsewhere- Kepuri: "Good fish meal." nea: *enjoying her ice cream* Kepuri: "??? How much ice cream did you bring with you?" nea: well i have to eat _something_! *pouts* Kepuri: "It was just a question. I mean, we can't have it melting and attracting bears--" -elsewhere- Gopher: *holding up phone* "Okay, recording." kirika: *nods and starts running* -one kick ass parkour session later- kirika: *phew*... Gopher: *playing back the footage* "Wow, this is great! You were so fast..." kirika: *smirks* well, i've had years of practice. i've been doing shit like this since i was like, what, 10? Gopher: *nod nod* "And you still keep getting faster..." -elsewhere- Takehisa: "I have finished the chilled fruit smoothies." *passes one to Maki* maki: tasty! Takehisa: *nods* "Glad you like it." *holds out the tray* -elsewhere- Tsukiyo: *checking her mailbox...there are no letters* "..." fang-hua: waiting on anything? Tsukiyo: "...Just a message from family." fang-hua: ah... Tsukiyo: "I guess...they aren't writing any time soon." fang-hua:...*comforting pat on her shoulder* Tsukiyo: *sniff* "I-I'm sure they're just busy." fang-hua:...want to visit the gardens? Tsukiyo: *nod nod* "I heard Konro got some flowers to grow back..." fang-hua: that's great!

Tsukiyo: *small smile* "Yeah. I heard he's trying for blue roses now." fang-hua:...eh? o.o Tsukiyo: *nod nod* "Colorful, right? I can't wait to see them!" -elsewhere- Harvar: "Try this album." ox: alright. *gives it a listen* Harvar: "I really like the off-bass rhythm." -elsewhere- Shotaro: *holds up Io* "Hello!" io: ^o^ saki: *smiles* Shotaro: "How has she been, Saki?" saki: she's growing up so fast. hard to believe she'll be a year old next month... Shotaro: "A growing kid deserves a great birthday gift! What you want, Io?" io:... owo~? Shotaro: "A doll as big as you? A train set? Books?" -elsewhere- Mr. Tsubaki: "So...How have you two been?" hikage: doing great! hinata: we put a trap in tsukiyo-nee's bed. *mischievous giggle* Mr. Tsubaki: "Oh? What kind of trap?" hinata + hikage: *wide grins* you'll see~ Tsukiyo: *from far away* *LOUD SCREAM* Mr. Tsubaki: "??!" *runs towards the screaming* ("What did they do?!") Tsukiyo: *tied in a rope, hanging from the ceiling by her ankles* o\\\\\o "Who did this?! It was you, wasn't it, you awful beast!" Mr. Tsubaki: D: "I did no such thing!" hinata + hikage: *high five* Mr. Tsubaki: "Hang on! I'll cut you loose--" *tugs on rope* Tsukiyo: *yelps* .\\\\\. Mr. Tsubaki: o\\\\\o fang-hua: what happe-....um... *exits* Tsukiyo: "IT'S NOT LIKE THAT!" Mr. Tsubaki: "Not at all! Watch! I'll get her down--" *SLASH* *Ropes come loose...and...* Tsukiyo: *falls...without ropes...and without...* .\\\\\\\\. Mr. Tsubaki: "...Shit." fang-hua: .____. what is this, sennan kagura? Tsukiyo: *screams* "GET OUT, YOU PERVERTED DAMN FOX!" *covering herself and throwing a pillow at him* Mr. Tsubaki: *in human form, but running on all fours away* "I SAID I WAS SORRY!" hinata: i thought you liked guys staring at you, tsuki-nee. hikage: yeah, you're just like the kitty lady! Tsukiyo: "You little brats! I don't want a guy I want to get hot and steamy with seeing me like this!" Mr. Tsubaki: *stops running* "...She _wants_ me?" Tsukiyo: .\\\\\. "I SAID NO SUCH THING!" hinata + hikage: oooooooooo! XD Tsukiyo: .\\\\\. *covers her face, crying* "How humiliating..." kabuki: is something wrong? ah! miss usada! *gives her a blanket* here... Tsukiyo: *sobbing* "Stop looking at me!" *pulling the blanket over herself* kabuki:...is something wrong? Tsukiyo: *sobbing* "My family isn't talking to me, I couldn't get Benimaru, I'm attracted to some weird perverted fox thing--and I feel so exposed!" kabuki:...*hug* it's alright... fang-hua: *hugs her as well* Tsukiyo: *calms down, still crying* "I'm so stupid..." fang-hua: you're not stupid. we all make mistakes. Tsukiyo: "...I just want to feel like I'm part of something--and I don't. I feel alone." Mr. Tsubaki: *overhearing* fang-hua: you arent alone. you have all of us. *smiles* Tsukiyo: "...Really? You mean it?" fang-hua: of course. *smiles* Tsukiyo: "..." *small smile, nods* "Th-Thank you. That's all I need..." Mr. Tsubaki: "..." (" 'All I need'...It just doesn't feel like enough...") -elsewhere- Kepuri: *looking up at stars* setsuna: it's lovely, isnt it? mana: yeah. mono:...it's nice i guess. Kepuri: "Like millions of fireflies..." -elsewhere- soul: *enters his empty apartment* im home....*sighs and sits down, watching some tv* *Music sounds like it is coming from upstairs* soul: ?? *looks up at the ceiling* (thinking: the hell? who's playing music this hour of the night?) *exits to go to the floor above him and knocks on the door* oooi. you in there? *The music keeps playing...the door is unlocked and opens under Soul's knocking* soul:....?? im coming in. dont worry, im not here to rob you or anything....*closes the door behind him*....*awkward* *A sofa chair is set in front of the stereo system, its back facing Soul. And someone is seated in that chair...* soul: ??? um....hi? um...im your neighbor from a floor below you....i heard you playing music up here... ???: *no response...their hand is limply on the chair's arm* soul:...*cold sweat* *steps closer, slowly* *The person looks dead...and there is a bottle of pills--* soul: !!! *calls 911* ???: *still passed out, not breathing* soul: shit, shit shit shit....! *trying to give them the heimlich* ???: *cough cough* soul: !!! *still giving them the heimlich* come on, dont die on me now. ???: *cough COUGH* "F-Fuck..." soul: hey, you alright? *looks at the pills that were coughed up and gets the person to sit upright on the couch* easy there... ???: "Where am I? Who are you?" soul: you're in your apartment, im assuming. im your neighbor from below you. i heard the music and found you...i already called the ambulance... ???: *annoyed moan* "I wanted to die..." soul: why would you want that? ???: "It hurts..." soul:...do you....wanna talk about it? ???: "..." *cries* "I don't see a future..." soul:....*pats their back* did something happen to you? ???: "I-I'm such a loser! I have no job! No friends! No money! Just die..." soul:....hey, it's gonna be ok. i think i can recommend some jobs for you. ???: *shakes their head* "I'll screw them up..." soul: .... -soon, the ambulance arrived, and soul explained what happened to the officer- Officer: "Thanks for that, son--you saved them." soul:....they need serious help. i tried my best...but im not sure it helped... Officer: "They'll get help...It's up to them to do something with it." soul:...i hope so.....life's too precious to throw away... Officer: "...We're taking them to the General Hospital. Maybe stop by." soul:..ok. *nods* Officer: *nods, returning to car to depart* soul:....(thinking: i think..i did the right thing...right?) *The wind blows by* soul:.....*smiles* Anya: *walking back from convenience store with a bag of chips* tsugumi: i got some new candy kits for us all. Anya: "Oh, fun! Want help?" tsugumi: we can all do them as a group. ^^ Anya: "Well, okay...I wonder how they'll taste..." tsugumi: *smiles as they walk past a girl in a kimono* kimono girl:.... -elsewhere- Tsukiyo: *curled up in bed, shivering* fang-hua: *puts the blanket over her* i know, colds arent fun... Tsukiyo: "N-No kidding...Thanks, Fang-Hua..." *curls up in blanket, sniffs* -elsewhere- Kid: "Want a cookie?" stocking: yes please~<3 aaaah~ Kid: *puts it into her mouth* stocking: *nom* ~<3<3<3<3 Kid: *smiles* "Sweet tooth..." stocking: hehe~ Kid: "One with chocolate chips?" stocking: yes please~ Kid: *holds up a chocolate chip cookie--breaks it in half, perfectly symmetrical* "One half for you..." -elsewhere- Victor: *looking at a book, its edges charred as if burned* "Hmm..." karin: find anything? Victor: "Can't tell...It's like it's written in code." karin: *peeeek* Victor: "It's gibberish! I mean, it looks like a cookbook and less like a chemistry book." karin:....that is a cookbook. Victor: "..." *headdesk* "Darn it." -elsewhere- Black Star: *snoring* -door creeeek- Black Star: *stirs in sleep* naho: *giggles* Belkia: "Sh-Shh!" *suppressing giggles* *pulls out the whipped cream* -later- Black Star: *slaps his face--looks around* "H-Huh? What?" -elsewhere- Patty: *sitting in the corner, pouting* liz: now, what have we learned from this? Patty: "Bury the evidence?" liz: yeah....wait what? Patty: "I mean, don't shave off one of Kid's eyebrows?" -elsewhere- Kid: Q_Q "...I need a makeup pencil." -elsewhere- Vulcan: "Seen Lisa?" yu: i think she went out to do errands. Vulcan: "Hope she picks up more cat food..." -elsewhere- Meme: "...That's a lot of plushies." -elsewhere- Mr. Tsubaki: *feeding ducks* "..." fang-hua: morning. Mr. Tsubaki: "Ah, hello...How is everything?" -elsewhere- kohaku:...*staring up at the sky* *Someone is watching her* kohaku:.. ?? *turns* Spirit: "..." kohaku: the hell do you want, death scythe? Spirit: "You should be in class." kohaku: tch- whats the point? they're just premature brats who'll just get killed in battle, but you would know that, wouldnt you? *SNITCK* Spirit: *his blade is at her neck* "..." kohaku: *deflects it with an amber blade* you should be careful, you could get in trouble for harming a student on campus. Spirit: "I am not looking at a student..." *takes another step forward* "I see a petulant little child..." kohaku: *glares* tch-, this is lame. im going for a walk. *begins running off* marie:....what is wrong with that girl? *concerned* Spirit: "...After what happened to her mother..." marie: .....*remembering* Spirit: "..." *shakes* marie:...*remembering what happened to christa's birth mother*.... Spirit: "...I...don't think I can teach right now..." marie: i'll take over your classes for you. *smiles* Spirit: "I-I'm sorry. Thank you..." *holds onto the balcony to steady himself* marie:...do you need to see the nurse? Spirit: *nod nod* -nurse's office- sachiko: yes? !! spirit! Spirit: *weak wave* "H-Hey..." sachiko: is everything ok? Spirit: "..." *covers his face* Spirit: "I...I was so angry." sachiko: ?? Spirit: "One of the students just...mocked me for Maka's...Maka's..." sachiko: !!...*hugs him* Spirit: *hug* "I'm sorry...I failed her..." sachiko: you did the best you could....we're only human. Spirit: "...It's just another screwup. One after another...Izumi..." sachiko: izumi is alright. you saved her life. *smiles* Spirit: "...I couldn't save Maka's...And Izumi is now in this school..." ((Back)) sachiko: *smiles* a perfect chance to make up for past mistakes... *holds his hand* you can do it. i believe in you. Spirit: "..." *bites his lip, nods* -elsewhere- Kepuri: *with fishing pole* "...No bites." -a few days later- Kid: *sweating* liz: you alright? Kid: "Wedding. Reception. Wedding. Rings. Wedding. Dancing. Wedding. Food. Wedding. Wedding night..." *shaking* liz: easy kid, just breathe in. Kid: *holding paper bag to his mouth, breathing in and out until he calms down* "...I hope you are handling this pressure better than I..." liz: well, i am nervous too. but i know it will be ok. -elsewhere- Shotaro: *hanging from the ceiling* mana: we're home! Shotaro: "Yay!" *drops confetti down* chie: welcome back everyone. toru: ^o^ io: hehe! Kepuri: "Glad to be..." *stretches* "Ground hurts." nea: my poor back TT.TT Shinoda: *holding up an ice cream bar* "You must heal..." nea: thank you *smoooooch* Shinoda: -\\\\- "You're welcome." Assi: "Mooooooooooonooooooooo!" mono: ?!! Assi: "You're back!" *arms wide open* -elsewhere- Black Star: "Just feeling crowded in here." tsubaki: maybe we could take a walk? Black Star: "Yeah, that would be good..." tsubaki: *she smiles* Black Star: *opens door for her* "...That's a cute shirt." tsubaki: *smiles* thanks. Black Star: *closes door behind her* "Where'd you get it?" tsubaki: i did some shopping over the weekend. Black Star: "Nice. Don't suppose you got me anything...?" -elsewhere- Izuku: *knocking his head against the wall* inko: izuku? are you alright in there? *worried* Izuku: "?!" *opens his door--he has a forehead mark as he smiles nervously* "J-Just...trying to motivate myself..." inko: well, do try to be careful. *worried* Izuku: "..." *nod nod nod* "I'm sorry to make you worry." -elsewhere- Relan: *checking the pantry* iris: hungry? Relan: *nod nod* "I was hoping for cereal..." -elsewhere- Patty: "Takeru..." takeru: y-yes? Patty: *hug* "Feels like I haven't seen you in a while." takeru: s-sorry. been busy... Patty: "Long work hours?" -elsewhere- Tsukiyo: *in pajama pants and a t-shirt...eating cereal in front of the TV* "..." kabuki: good morning. *in a yukata, slightly draped off one of his shoulders* Tsukiyo: *not looking up from the TV, mouth full of cereal and milk* "Mornin'." *swallows her meal, turns* "How are you--" o\\\\o kabuki: ah, what are you watching? Tsukiyo: o\\\o "...Cartoons." -elsewhere- Yumi: *frowning* kirika: *bandaged* ..... Yumi: "How bad are the injuries?" kirika: its just a few scratches, mom. Yumi: "Hence the bandages...How did this happen?" kirika: ....some punks were tormenting a little kid. i beat the shit out of them. Yumi: "And where are they now?" kirika: ER probably...but the kids alright... Yumi: "...I think you should see that child in the morning..." kirika: not sure where they live though...wouldnt that be weird to see them? Yumi: "Perhaps. But I expect that, as a representative of the DWMA, you show interest when intervening in other people's lives. Your behavior reflects on many--and you are a role model..." kirika: *laughing* are you being real?! a delinquent like me? a role model? as if! Yumi: *eyeglasses glint* "You don't get to _decide_ to be a role model." kirika: o_o; Yumi: "Now, where does this child live?" -elsewhere- Benimaru: *yawn* kirei: busy day today? Benimaru: *nods* "Disagreements among residents...Had to intervene..." *he lifts up his shirt, revealing a nasty bruise* kirei: !! *goes to get the medkit* Benimaru: "I'm sure it's fine...Can't be that bad..." *tries to sit down* kirei: *bandaging him up* Benimaru: "...Thank you." kirei: *smiles* Benimaru: "Heh...I used to just jump into combat, wanting to brawl..." kirei: *listening* Benimaru: "...Don't get me wrong. I still want to fight. But...I know I have someone to come home to." kirei:...*smiles and blushes* Benimaru: *winces a bit as he moves to hug her* kirei: *hugs back, but not too much as to not put pressure on the bruise* Benimaru: "...You're gentle." -elsewhere- Kid: *lying on the couch* julie: ?? Kid: *yawn* "Hey, Julie..." julie: *smiles* Kid: *sits up* "How's your day been?" julie: good. summer break starts next month! Kid: *smiles* "Yay..." *looks at her* "Any idea what you'll be doing this summer?" -elsewhere- Yohei: "Diaper change--complete!" toru: ^o^ chie: seems you have this parenting thing down pat~ ^^ Yohei: "Hope so..." *hold up Toru* "For this little guy's sake." toru: hehe! Yohei: *hug, kiss* "Happy baby!" -elsewhere- Sakuya: "...Is that a deer?" naho: *looks* oh my gosh! *snaps a pic* so cute! Shamrock: *stare* Sakuya: *nod nod* "Yeah. Real peaceful..." himawari: *smile* Shamrock: *flashbacks* (student: come on! just go up and touch it!) (Young!Sham: o~o *approaches cautiously...*) (deer: *looks up and charges*) (student 2: henry run!) (Young!Sham: *stunned, can't move* o___O ) tsubaki: shamrock? *puts a hand on his shoulder* Shamrock: "MY APPENDIX STILL ACHES FROM ITS ANTLERS!" tsubaki: o.o; naho:...huh? Shamrock: "..." *exits the room, going outside...in front of the deer* deer: *stares* naho: O_O Shamrock: "..." *rolls up his sleeves, approaches the deer* tsubaki: what is he doing? O_O; otogiri: he's about to throw down. Shamrock: *stands his ground, holding up his arms at the deer* "...Not again..." deer: *glint* Shamrock: "...Come get some." deer: *SCREECH AND CHARGES* tsubaki: ah!! naho: O-O Shamrock: "AAAAARG!" *tries to grab the deer by the neck and belly* -grapple- naho: woah! O.O tsubaki: 0_0; lavender: damn. Shamrock: *clutching the deer* "I got you now, you bastard..." deer: *struggling* lilac: q.q; Shamrock: *lifts up the deer* tsubaki: oh goodness... Shamrock: "AAAAAAAAAAAHHHHH!" *suplex* naho: *JAWDROP* lilac: O.O tsubaki: O_O lavender: dude holy shit. Belkia: ._. Black Star: D: Higan: "...Damn." Shamrock: *collapsed with the deer...panting...* deer: X_X -KO- Shamrock: *fist lifted up* "Victory..." *falls unconscious* -later- himawari: *worried* Shamrock: "Zzz..." *slowly opens his eyes* "Wh-What...?" tsubaki: are you alright? you passed out. Shamrock: "I'm sore..." *looks around, down at himself* "...The deer?" tsubaki: it woke up and ran off. i made sure to feed it. Shamrock: "..." *proud smile, as he stands up on the bed and rips open his shirt* "I AM VICTORIOUS!" tsubaki: o.o naho: ... >->;;;;; himawari:..*small blush* Shamrock: *panting with excitement...before he lies back down* "My abs...are on fire..." otogiri: shamrock, you need rest. Shamrock: "But I'm all..." *yawn* "...fired up..." tsubaki: no kidding. *puts a cold compress on his forehead* Shamrock: *looks at Himawari* "...Are you...okay?" himawari:...?? y-yes... .////. Shamrock: *nod nod* "I'm glad..." *small wink at her* himawari: o///o Shamrock: *smiles...as he falls asleep* "Zzz..." -elsewhere- Tsukiyo: *sitting in the onsen* .\\\\\. "...I feel conflicted." fang-hua: how so? Tsukiyo: *covering herself in the bath* "...You ever realize something because you were not paying attention to it, because you were focused on someone else?--SOMETHING ELSE!" fang-hua: um...? Tsukiyo: *frown* "Ever since Benimaru hooked up, I've felt sad and empty..." fang-hua: ...*pats her back* Tsukiyo: *sniff* "Th-Thanks..." -elsewhere- Victor: *opening another book* -elsewhere- Jacqueline: *eating from a bowl of cereal* -morning- Kid: *yawn* stocking: morning handsome~ Kid: *smiles* "Morning, beautiful." stocking: hehe~ *smooch* Kid: =\\\\= *smooch* "Love you..." stocking: love you too~ Kid: *hug* "Ready for the day?" stocking: yep. -at school- itsuka: *in homeroom, writing things down* Bakugo: *trying to write down notes...but looks at Itsuka* reiko: *a class 1-b student* isnt that katsuki bakugo from class 1-a? tokage: *another class 1-b student* what's he doing here? Bakugo: *annoyed twitch* Bakugo: ("I can't let anyone know I came into the wrong class today...Do not give in. Do not give them the satisfaction...") boy: *a somewhat chubby boy sits on the floor, as bakugo has taken his seat*... TT.TT Bakugo: *glancing at the clock...it's only been five minutes* "...I CAN'T TAKE IT!" nirengeki: may i have my seat back now sir? itsuka: ?? Bakugo: *fire breath* "FINE! TAKE IT!" *kicks away from the chair and storms out of the room* students: *blink blink* blood king: ....well. _that_ just happened. Bakugo: *enters hallway* -\\\\- "I looked so stupid back there..." *shoves hands in his pockets, grumbling* eijiro: so my foot is totally stuck in there, the dog is flipping the fuck out, and i still have half a pie left!...oh! hey bakugou! Bakugou: "I DID NOTHING WRONG! SHUT UP!" eijiro:...eh? Bakugou: "Give me your notes from what I missed!" -later- Iida: "Bakugou seems...more annoyed than usual." ochako: maybe be stubbed his toe? Bakugou: *annoyed twitch* Izuku: "Seems worse than a toe-stubbing. Maybe he hit his elbow on the door?" Bakugou: *more annoyed twitching* denki: i think i know where he got hit, and it rhymes with 'enis'. Bakugou: *growling* -CHOP- denki: ow! what? i was gonna say 'wenis'! Bakugou: "THAT'S NO BETTER, YOU DICK!" -elsewhere- Medusa: *looking at the cave walls* "Hmm..." milia: whatcha dooooing? Medusa: *taps a carving on the wall* "Who made these?" milia:...*shrugs* Medusa: "The writing is certainly old..." ("Did I see this in...that book?") -something is heard in the lower regions- milia: O.O;; Medusa: "...Follow me." milia: *following* *The markings on the walls increase as they descend, closer to the sound* Medusa: "..." *small smirk* "Fascinating...I'm beginning to follow..." milia: ....!! i-is that...?? -a familiar male is there....a certain reaper....only...its not.-

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