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imagininggintama · 3 years

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Meeting Again, At Last

Summary:

This piece revolves around an OC for the work Gintama.

When I originally made her, I thought Kondo was a lot older than he actually is in the series, so forgive me on that point.

The story explores Kiana, Kondo's adopted daughter who later became the personal on-site doctor for the Shinsengumi, and her separation from her birth family. Throughout are sprinkled bits of the past, such as the day she was lost, when Kondo found her, meeting Sougo, and a couple of others. It touches briefly on the after affects of her attack, which include amnesia and traumatic mutism.

The current day story is an exploration of her finding and reuniting with her birth family.Just for warning: there is a mention of blood, head trauma, and the main centered OC is very anxious through most of the story.

Word Count: 4.7k

Characters: Isao Kondo, Toushirou Hijikata, Sougo Okita, Mitsuba Okita, Sagaru Yamazaki, Kiana (OC), Tsukiko (OC), Kou (OC - twins’ father), Akemi (OC - twins’ mother)

Thanks for taking the time to read! :)

I might try to write a follow up to this if anyone is interested!

Started writing on Oct. 23, 2020 and finished Feb. 6, 2021. QwQ

On AO3 as well! Here!

Kinda requested by @ah-muiii

“Kiana! Come on, let’s go!” the giggles of a black haired child sounded through the halls of the guest house. Her hair was pulled up into a ponytail and she was wearing a red kimono with a white floral design. Her hand held tightly onto the one she referred to as ‘Kiana’.

“Tsuki-- Tsukiko....!” Kiana gave a soft whine, struggling to keep herself steady as she was dragged through the halls. Similar to Tsukiko, she had black hair that was cut shoulder length, bright cyan eyes, and a matching kimono in a pale blue with pink floral designs.

"We don't have a lot of time before papa comes back! I want to play while we can!" Tsukiko's giggles grew louder, grabbing one of their favorite balls and going outside. Their father was a politician, so he would often go out of town for political reasons. The twins, Tsukiko and Kiana, would often make a point to try and find a good area to play together in. They never went too far from the guest house, especially when they knew their parents would be back from a meeting.

"Oh no! I'm sorry Tsuki!! I didn't mean to throw it that far!" Kiana gave a soft whine, apologizing for sending the ball past her sister. They had been playing for a little bit by this point and the sky was starting to change colors.

"Don't worry, I can go get it! You wait here!" Tsukiko waved to her and ran off towards the ball. She slipped through the alleyway towards the ball, grabbing it, and turning back towards her sister. Her eyes got wide and panic began to settle in the pit of her stomach. Her sister was nowhere to be seen and blood was splattered on the ground where they had just been playing.

"Please, if you've seen our daughter... We won't ask any questions, please just bring her back to us. There's a reward and you can contact us at the number on the screen."

Akemi, the twins' mother, held Tsukiko in her arms, shaking and still in shock by the disappearance of her other daughter.

Not long after the announcement was made on TV, missing posters were put up all over. Anything and anywhere they could, they put her picture on alongside the reward and plea for her return. All of their efforts were in vain, however, as days and weeks passed with no sign. Half a year passed and before they knew it, it had been an entire year she had been missing. The couple never stopped looking, but focused most of their energy to Tsukiko and to help her deal with the loss of her sister.

"Sou-chan! You're going out, right?" the dark haired doctor asked, smiling at the young Shinsengumi member. He turned towards her as she spoke.

"Yeah, do you need something, Ki-chan?" Sougo Okita, captain of the first squad, smiled back at the girl. It wasn't often that she asked for favors, so he didn't mind helping her.

"If you could bring back some rice, I'd really appreciate it. I'll pay you back when I can get out tomorrow. I just need it for dinner tonight," she explained quickly.

"Don't worry about it. I'll just get Hijikata to pay me back," he snickered as she gently smacked his arm.

"Don't you dare! I'll have lunch ready for you when you get back. Be safe," she giggled and gave him a hug before a small wave as he started walking off towards his destination.

"Sougo!" The older man shouted cheerfully, walking up to his young student with someone hiding behind him. "I wanted to introduce you to my daughter, Kiana. She doesn't talk much, but she's very sweet." He moved so that the girl was now in front of him, his hands gently on her shoulders.

The girl looked younger than his sister, but was definitely older than he was. He wasn't good at guessing people's ages, so he just left it at that. She had her hair pulled back into a high ponytail, nervously fiddling with her fingers before giving the smallest wave to him. He blinked and grabbed hold of her hand, shocking her slightly.

"Ki-chan, have you met my big sister?" With barely a shake of her head, he was pulling her off to meet Mitsuba.

"How much does she need?" Sougo hummed to himself, looking at the grocery store on his walk. He planned on grabbing it on his way back, but he figured he should decide how much he should get before that point. He didn't want to over or under buy, but he wasn't sure how much she usually cooked for everyone. His thoughts were suddenly interrupted when one of the big screens nearby suddenly changed from what it was previously advertising.

"Hello, we apologize for this interruption but we would like to bring you a very important message this afternoon. If you have any information that can help, please contact the number at the bottom of your screen. We will now air the message from model Tsukiko Mochizuki."

Sougo shifted his weight and turned to look better at the screen, watching the broadcast with a rising curiosity. It soon changed to a video of a fairly well known model, causing his brow to raise. He had heard her name before, but only seen her in passing. He couldn't quite put his finger on it, but she seemed oddly familiar...

"Hello, as you may know, my name is Tsukiko Mochizuki. I am posting this message in hopes to find my lost twin sister, who was attacked and abducted when we were little girls. On the screen there will be an image of what my sister, Kiana Mochizuki, might look like today. If anyone has any information about her... please, please call the number on the screen." The broadcast continued with Tsukiko's explanation, talking about where it happened and precisely when it happened. Sougo pulled his phone out, quickly typing in the familiar phone number.

"Hey, Kondo-san? You near a T.V.? Turn it on, there's this model that looks just like Ki-chan. I'm on my way back, I can talk to her when I get there. Huh? Okay, yeah, sure."

The weather was currently rainy with a terrible side of rain. A man was making his way back home from the grocery store, tightly gripping the umbrella in his hand as the wind tried to blow it away. He was lucky he remembered the route by heart, because the heavy rain made it hard to see too far ahead of him. There was one thing that caught his eye, however, when he decided to look at the street in passing.

There was, what he could barely make out, a small figure lying in a puddle with blood seeping from a head wound. His eyes grew wide as he dropped everything to rush over and scoop up the child, running to the nearest doctor as fast as he could.

Hours passed as he waited to see if the girl was okay. She seemed so frail that he was afraid she wouldn't make it...

"Kondo? Isao Kondo?" The voice of the nurse brought him from his thoughts, glancing up.

"Yes?" was all he could manage, eyes big with worry.

"The doctor wanted me to let you know that you can come back to her room. She's physically going to be okay."

"Physically...?" His brow raised, worried what might come next.

"Unfortunately, we don't know how she is mentally yet. She's still unconscious."

"Sweetheart, can I talk with you for a moment?" the Shinsengumi leader, Isao Kondo, leaned into the office of the doctor. A smile spread on her lips as she turned in her chair, looking up at him.

"Of course! What is it you need?" She was used to seeing her father-like figure for trivial medical reasons, but still enjoyed the company now and again. It was usually very quiet when she didn't have any appointments, so a change of pace was always nice.

"Let me start by saying, you'll always be part of our family. Okay?" He sat in the chair across from her, gently taking her hands into his own. She blinked, nodding slightly in a quick reply to him, her brows raised in confusion. "There was a report that aired recently, that we may think you're connected to."

"Like on the news? Why would I-"

"Yes, on the news," he quickly cut her off in an attempt to finish, "This woman... the one who made the video, she's looking for her lost twin sister... Her name is Tsukiko Mochizuki, her sister's name is... Kiana Mochizuki and she looks... a lot like you, almost identical really. I think... it might be worth it to look into this." He finished, watching her face contort with confusion.

"You think... You think this Tsukiko person could be part of my... birth family...?" Her brows knitted together, concern rising as she squeezed his hands gently. A slight worry could be heard in her voice, but he couldn't quite pinpoint at what part she was specifically worried over.

"Now, listen... Sweetie, calm down. No matter what happens with them, you have family right here. I just... I think we should definitely talk to them. I mean, even when you couldn't speak--"

The small girl clung tightly to Kondo's hand as the doctors tried speaking with her, seeming to already trust the male.

"Now, sweetie, do you remember your name?" The doctor questioned, sitting in front of her. She shook her head silently in reply. His brow raised. He asked a few more questions, trying to fully understand her situation. When he finally asked if she could speak, her tiny mouth opened but no words came out.

"Can you remember if you were able to speak before this-" Soft sobs could be heard before he finished his question, clinging to Kondo and crying. He sighed as the other male held her close to him.

"We'll try to work with her over time... We can find a foster family for her to stay with during that period."

"That's... No need. I'll take care of her," Kondo quickly blurted out, patting her head very gently.

"Traumatic mutism, most likely caused by the injury of what happened-"

"Let me finish, sweetie... I normally don't mind you explaining everything, but let's finish this conversation, okay?" He hated cutting her off so much, but he needed to get it fully out with as little distractions as possible. "When you weren't able to tell me anything, you still managed to find a way to tell me your name... the name you wanted to be called... Possibly the only thing you managed to remember after your accident."

"I remember..."

"Well, hello there princess. You enjoying your book?" His grin was contagious as her own lips pulled into a wide grin. She pulled on his sleeve, signalling that she wanted to sit with him while she read.

"I can't right now, I'm-"

Tug. Tug. Tug. He sighed and sat with her, glancing over what she was reading. To his surprise, she was pointing out a specific name in the book. It was one of the larger books she often read, but he couldn't understand what she was trying to say with this name.

"Kiana... That's a pretty name. What about it?" His brow raised and she gave a small pout. She insistently pointed at the name again, then quickly pointing at herself. He blinked quietly as she did this a few more times, before it finally clicked.

"Is that your name?" A wide smile broke out as he picked her up. She nodded and hugged him.

"We can call the number, have some tests done, and they'll call us after they get the results. Okay? We'll have some time before we have to see them so you can prepare yourself... Does that sound alright?" He rubbed the back of her hand with his thumb, smiling softly at her.

"I... I guess... I hope we're not wasting anyone's time..." She shifted in her seat, staring at the floor. He pulled her into a tight hug, not expecting how tightly she would hug back. His hand gingerly patted her back, trying to calm her down when she began shaking.

"Mitsu-chan, you should really be relaxing," Kiana gently scolded the older female, handing her a glass of water.

"But Ki-chan-"

"No buts! Sou-chan was really worried when you started coughing. Just... Give it a couple of days and you should feel a bit better."

Mistuba sighed and took the water, drinking it slowly. Kiana sat next to her bed quietly, looking her over to fully make sure she was alright.

"You're going to make a great doctor one day, Ki-chan. If you become famous, just don't forget about us." She couldn't help but giggle as the other's face went bright red.

"I'm... Not gonna be famous... Sure, I'll be gone long enough to get my doctorate... But my home is here... With daddy... With you... And with Sou-chan."

It was a few days after their initial call that they were brought to the Mochizuki's personal doctor. Sougo and Kondo were with her during the visit, only leaving behind Hijikata to make sure the men stayed in line. Kondo held her hand during the entire time they were there, reassuring her that everything was alright. Being a doctor, she was fairly used to the needed medical procedures, but her anxiety was still fairly high over the whole ordeal. The trio left after she gave multiple DNA samples and were told that they should have the answers within the week.

"Kiki-chan... You doin' okay?" Hijikata asked upon their arrival back to the Shinsengumi, looking down at the smaller figure. She merely gave a small nod and the quickest flash of a smile, forcing his brows to knit together.

"Oi," he grumbled and grabbed her, pulling her into a hug despite the risk some of the men would see, "stop being so pessimistic... We're here for you. We're all here for you. No matter what happens, we'll always be here. Okay? You're part of our family, no matter what the tests say."

"Thanks, Hijikata-san," she replied in earnest, hugging him back with a soft smile. The four walked inside together, Kondo suggesting they watch a movie to ease their nerves.

"Hijikata-san?" Kiana's voice trembled softly as she addressed the new face that had been appearing around the dojo lately. Hijikata's brow raised at the sudden voice, turning to look up at her.

"Ah, you must be his daughter. Sorry, I'll leave." He began to stand, thinking he was troubling her and her family.

"Please wait...! I thought you might be hungry, so I made you something to eat..." She held out a bowl of food, causing him to blink in confusion. He took it from her slowly.

"Thank you... But how did you know how I like my food...?" He frowned at her soft giggle, concerned she was going to make fun of him...

"I saw the mayonnaise bottles in the trash. I started to notice there always seemed to be a certain number after meal times, so I figured you were putting it on your food. I hope I did it right."

"Yeah... Thanks."

"Hijikata, there's a call waiting for Ki-chan. Can you go get her?" Sougo was currently holding the phone, covering the receiver so that the line would be mute or muffled at the least.

"Who's calling?" His brow arched, taking a drag from his cigarette.

"Well..." The younger one's face said all he needed to know.

"Ahh, I'll be back then."

It was a short walk to the doctor's office, giving a quick knock to see if she was currently busy or not. The sound of papers shuffling could be heard before the door opened, pulling her hair back behind her ears before smiling up at the vice chief.

"Hijikata-san! To what do I owe the visit? Do you need a check up-"

"You have a call waiting for you."

"A call...?" She blinked, not immediately making the connection like he had. Before he could explain, a soft frown formed on her lips, "...oh..."

"It'll be alright... They can't force you to do anything you don't want to. Best case scenario is that you know your birth family and can reconnect with them; worst case scenario this was all a waste of time. You're still the doctor of the Shinsengumi either way. Nothing will change that. Now, c'mon, we can't keep them waiting forever." He gently put his hand on her back, leading her to where the phone was.

Almost everyone was waiting around the corner, wanting to hear the news on what would happen to their doctor... Many in the Shinsengumi were around long enough to remember when Kondo first found her... Thinking of her like a little sister figure. Others came to know her after she got finished with school and became their doctor. One thing was certain, though, they all cared about her and knew that this whole situation was stressing her out a great deal.

Upon seeing the group of men hovering nearby, Hijikata growled at them to get back to work. While he was nervous for her as well, he knew that needlessly suffocating her with attention wasn't going to help any... He caught a quick glimpse of her just as she hung up the phone, deciding it was now an okay time to go check on her.

"So... What did they say?" he asked lowly, trying not to spook her. She slowly turned her gaze up to him, eyes still big in shock.

"It's... a match... They want to meet me... and they've already set up a day... I can't... Not so suddenly... I have appointments... And... And... I..." He quickly put his jacket around her, pulling her close and taking her to another room. He wanted her somewhere dim and quiet, hoping to help ease her down before a panic attack occurred.

"Kondo and I will figure everything out, okay? Just calm down for now and we'll work it out soon enough."

"Excuse me," an unfamiliar man spoke as he walked into the Shinsengumi, "I'm looking for Dr. Kondo? I'm her driver."

"I'll go get her," Yamazaki blinked and left the area to find her. They all knew this was coming, so he first looked around for the chief or vice chief. It didn't take too long to find them, seeing the two of them with Kiana.

"Is that a new kimono? It looks nice." He gave a small smile, hoping it would help ease the tension he felt upon entering the room. "Uh, a driver is here looking for Kiki-san."

"Thank you, Yamazaki-san... You can let him know we'll be out in a minute." He nodded and left the three to let him know.

"Come on, sweetheart. It'll be fine. Both Toshi and I will be here with you," Kondo reassured, pulling her gently to stand. The three made their way out the building, blinking at the limousine parked in front.

The ride to the Mochizuki residence was fairly quiet and unexpectedly long. Kou, the father, was a political figure and had been since before his daughters were born. His wife, Akemi, became a fashion designer; initially only doing it in her spare time but it began to really take off in the past decade. Her clothes were particularly popular among Amanto, so were often shipped to other planets as well. Tsukiko, the older of the twins, became a model for her mother's clothing line. Aside from her modeling career, she typically spends most of her life fairly privately and out of the public's eye.

Due to their wealth, they currently resided in a small mansion that was a bit closer to the big city over. This was most likely due to where his work in politics took him.

The trees passed by the car in a long blur of brown and green, slight variations appearing every few seconds. It was all Kiana could do to keep herself mentally well. She had gone over so many questions and possible answers in her head that by this point all she was left with was an empty worried feeling. The first thoughts that had come to her when she realized she was indeed related were fairly angry and illogical ones. They consisted of: "how could you abandon me?", "why didn't you try harder to look for me?", "why wait until now?! What's it matter so many years later?" She knew logically that between grief and other issues it would've been difficult to locate her, especially so with her memory being gone.

Before long, the mansion in question began to come into view. It was much larger than she had expected, seeing a fountain out front in the middle of the round about driveway. What looked like a pool could barely be made out on the side and towards the back.

"Tch," Hijikata gave a soft scoff, glaring at all the... Lovely additions that the place had. "Typical rich bastards, always needing to show off their wealth."

He earned a jab in the side from Kondo, grunting before realizing why the other had done it. "No offense to you, Kiki-chan..."

"We may be related, but we're practically strangers... They're going to be so excited to see me... But I... I don't know how to feel."

"I'm sure they'll understand, sweetheart. I think they'll be very emotional upon seeing you, but remember it's been years for them... After the initial shock, I'm almost positive they'll try to work on your terms for rebuilding a relationship." Kondo gently held her hand as the limousine came to a stop right out front.

"He's right. They've spent this long looking for you, I don't think they'd wanna risk losing you again due to clinginess."

"You're probably right... Thank you. Both of you." She smiled softly, exiting the car after the driver opened the door for them.

The trio were greeted by a man, ushering them to follow him to the dining room. She couldn't help but look around curiously, taking in all the new sights. It was surprisingly homey compared to how it all seemed from the outside. There were framed pictures of the family or articles of achievements. The furniture looked like it was well used and not simply for decoration, and if the cat lazing about on the sofa said anything- it was that they were fairly relaxed about the use of them for animals and people alike.

Kiana was suddenly pulled from her thoughts as Kondo grabbed her hand and pulled her to a multi-leveled shelf full of smaller pictures. "Honey, that's you," he spoke softly and pointed out a picture of two black haired girls sitting together. "That's the exact kimono you were wearing when I found you."

Her eyes grew wide, picking up the picture to get a closer look at the girls. She knew that was her, but everything else just felt... So strange and unfamiliar.

"Ah, that picture was taken the day you went missing, Miss. That's you and your older sister, Tsukiko."

"Tsu... ki... ko..." She blinked rapidly, a sudden warm and wet feeling gracing her cheek. She pressed her finger to her cheek, surprising herself to find she had teared up a bit.

"Kiki!"

"Sweetie, are you alright?!" Kondo pulled a tissue out to gently wipe her face, concern heavily on both his and Hijikata's faces. 'I'm fine,' she sort of mumbled, quickly putting the picture frame back with the others where she found it.

"I'm not sure why I did that," she admitted, gently grabbing Kondo's arm and turning back towards where they had originally been headed. They arrived in what they could assume was a waiting area, a couple of chairs and couches set about for idle chatter. A brown haired man with icy-blue eyes stood up, wearing a black and white three piece suit. The lines on his face became much more prominent as he smiled, glancing at each of them from behind his glasses.

"Welcome, my name is Kou, and this is my lovely wife, Akemi." He gestured to the woman who had been sitting next to him. Her dark raven hair was pulled up in an elegant bun and they could feel the warmth and love from her dark blue-green eyes. She smiled and stood up as well.

"Tsukiko will be along shortly. She's been the most anxious out of us to meet you... Would you mind if I hugged you?" Akemi spoke, soon taking a step closer to Kiana. It was a weird new sensation for her, but not a bad one.

"Okay," she replied very quietly, feeling out of place with having so much attention on her. The older woman gently wrapped her arms around her, fully knowing she might not be hugged back but enjoying the brief closeness to her daughter. Kou soon followed suit for a brief hug before the two began speaking with Kondo and Hijikata. They wanted to know more about her life, but wanted to avoid stressing her out more than the current situation already was.

As they chatted, Kiana wandered into the dining room for a bit of quiet. It was large and could very well fit a table for twenty or more, but there was a much smaller table placed in the middle of the room. It looked like they specifically brought out a large enough table to situate the six of them for the meal.

"Mom and dad always like having meals together if we can. So, small tables for conversations and closeness." The sudden voice startled her slightly, turning to see what she assumed was Tsukiko. Tsukiko's black hair was pulled up in a ponytail, bangs framing the sides of her face. If it weren't for the slight differences, such as hair and minor details of the face, she would've assumed that there was a mirror and not another living person in front of her.

"I have to say, it's not fair," she muttered before giving her a chance to reply, standing right next to her, "I'm the older one, and a model, and yet you..." She made a gesture of curves with her hands, snickering to herself softly.

"Tsukiko," the doctor's voice rang out softly, almost strained and full of sadness as her eyes teared up. The overwhelming feeling of sorrow overcoming her, chest suddenly feeling tight. "Tsukiko!" and with that, Kiana latched onto her older sister, starting to sob quietly. Her body shook slightly, a sudden feeling of love and longing for her twin filling her. It was all she could remember, but it was such a strong emotion that it was almost unbearable.

Tsukiko blinked, but smiled softly and gently pulled her to sit on one of the couches. While she hated to see her cry, it made her happy to know that somewhere deep down inside of her still remembered her family. This was enough for her for now. She finally had her sister back and they could work on everything else with time. Her hand gently pet the other's hair, holding her close.

"Was that Kiki?!" Hijikata blurted out after hearing her shout and then began to cry. Kondo grabbed his shoulder to stop him from bursting in on the sibling reunion.

"Tsukiko-san seems to have things handled. I think it just took being with her sister again to remember anything." He explained his thoughts, smiling at the two currently curled up on the couch.

"I haven't seen Tsukiko smile this much in years," Kou admitted, arm around his wife's shoulders.

"It's such a lovely sight. Why don't the four of us go elsewhere for the time being? I want them to have some time alone together."

Hijikata muttered softly but gave a small nod, following them away from the dining room. Kondo lingered for a bit, smiling at the two of them together. He would always be her family, but he couldn't help but feel happy for her to have finally recovered some of her memories. What a crazy little world they lived in.

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elliotthezubat · 6 years

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DEATH CITY DAYS 105

oh goody, more vampires!

Lucy: "...Well, um...If you didn't get any sign of them when you were asleep, maybe our look in the alley earlier this afternoon will help..." *looks over notes she took* "Ranpo found some faint marks along the wall, but you didn't hear someone hitting it?"

Katai: *shrugs* "M-Maybe? It sounded like an argument--They may have threatened someone. I heard 'bleed'?"

sylvia: *gulp*

Kyoka: "We also noticed a receipt nearby from earlier that day at a nearby thrift store--which is half-way across town."

Ranpo: "And of course, this..." *holds up a big shiny coin* "Foreign!"

aya: neato! where's it from?

Ranpo: "Not sure...It looks Japanese, yet it has this ram's head and says...I can't read it. 'Chinom'-something?"

aya: maybe it's a game token?

Lucy: "We can check arcades in the morning..."

-morning-

shiori: zzz

Yumi: "???" ("She's not in her room...") *notices Kid and Stocking's door open a crack* "???" *peeks*

shiori: zzzz

Kid: "Zzz..."

stocking: *asleep*

Yumi: "... ... ... ..." QwQ ("D'AWWWWWW!") *waves to Lord Death*

lord death: *peeks* QwQ *snaps a pic*

Yumi: TwT *hug*

-elsewhere-

miyuri: *snoring, asleep on top of chuuya*

Chuuya: "Zzz..." *tries to move--* "UMPH!" O_O; *looks* "..." *strokes her head*

miyuri: mm...papa...=w= zzzz....

Chuuya: *sighs* *keeps stroking while he sits up*

miyuri: *yaaaaaawn* morniiiing *sniff* *still half-asleep*

Chuuya: "Sleep okay?"

miyuri: *nods and rubs her eyes* *yaaaawn* *STOMACH GROWL*

Chuuya: "Aaaaaand hungry..."

sonia: *in the bathroom, brushing her teeth*

Chuuya: "Come on--let's get something to eat."

-elsewhere-

amelia: *doing morning stretches*

Kanin: *finishing packed lunch* "Last night was so fun..."

amelia: mmhmm.....arent you gonna do stretches too?

Kanin: "Oh! Um, sure!" *closes bento boxes* ^^; "I guess a lot on my mind..." *rotates his shoulders first*

-elsewhere-

Saria: "Then they were like--BOOM! SPARKLE! SHINE SHINE SHINE!--and so pretty!"

greg: that sounds wonderful, bug-bear!

Saria: "Yeah! It's been so fun getting to hang out with friends..."

-elsewhere-

Ranpo: *spread out* *snoring*

Katai: O_______O; ("I couldn't sleep all night...")

Kyoka: *huddled with Sylvia*

atsushi: *getting a head start on breakfast*

Lucy: =w= *yawns* *sits up* "???" *walks to the kitchen*

atsushi: morning lucy, im making eggs. you want yours sunny side up, scrambled, or omelette?

Lucy: "Oh...Um, omelette?" *sits* "...You're good at that..."

atsushi: thanks, i've been practicing.

Lucy: *smiles* "It's paying off--smells delicious!"

(Odasaku: >_>; )

atsushi: *smiles*

Kyoka: *yawns, wakes up...looks out the window--* "!!!"

sylvia: ??

Kyoka: "...Sylvia?" *smiles* "Could you help Atsushi set the table?"

sylvia: o-ok *goes to do that*

Kyoka: *keeps the smile on...until she looks back at the alley...where there is a spear of blood along the wall only now visible in the daylight...*

-elsewhere-

Takehisa: *cooking* "Good morning, Sister."

Relan: *signing* <Morning!>

rita: <good morning>

tamaki: mornin'! so what's today's game plan?

Akitaru: *sighs* "Viktor is still on leave for 'family' and work he was called in to consult on at Haijima...A few of you will be sent to try to find him around town."

karin: i volunteer.

Akitaru: "Sounds good...but you'll need a disguise."

-elsewhere-

chie: here comes the airplane~

toru: ga!

chie: *feeding him*

toru: *nom* ^u^

Yohei: *filming* "What a good boy..."

chie: *chuckle*

mono:....hmph...i guess he's _kinda_ cute... 7.7

Assi: >w< "Incredibly cute!"

Emine: -_-; "So he can eat--big deal. I am not complimented for every last thing I do--"

Shotaro: "VROOM! Here comes the oatmeal train to Emine's mouthy-wouthy!"

Emine: "I do not have a 'mouthy-wouthy'..." *nom* >_>;

setsuna: ^^;

io: =3=;

Tool: "Still hungry, Io?" *fills up the bowl with more cereal-O's*

-elsewhere-

tsuyu: *yaaaawn*

ochako: *waves* morning!

tsuyu: morning...*yaaawn* late night last night...

Izuku: "??? Working?"

tsuyu: we were looking at old baby pictures last night. then the topic got to how our tails dropped off, and since satsuki still has hers yet, she got scared and started crying. it took a while for us to calm her down.

Izuku: "Oh no--I'm sorry. That must've been challenging..."

tsuyu: it's fine. one of the many things that comes with younger siblings, haha.

ochako: i guess.

Izuku: "Yeah, this is new to me without siblings..."

Todoroki: "..."

Iida: "..."

jirou: *cough*

Izuku: ^^;

Iida: "...CHERISH ONE'S SIBLINGS!"

Todoroki: *covers his ears* >~<

-elsewhere-

edouard: *knocks* <sis? it's breakfast time!>

Valentine: *curled up in bed...staring at the floor*

edouard: *knocks* <we're having waffles!>

Valentine: *sobbing*

edouard:....<papa! i think valentine might be sick!>

Villefort: *opening his door, limping* "???" *opens the door* <Valentine?>

Valentine: *hugging herself, sobbing*

Villefort: <?! What's wrong?>

Valentine: <Th-They're dead! Grandma, Grandpa...>

Villefort: "..." <What? How-->

Valentine: *hugging him*

Heloise: *exits Villefort's room* "..." *smile*

edouard: ?? <mama?>

Heloise: <Eddy? Where's Daddy?>

edouard: <in val's room. she seems upset>

Heloise: <???> *adjusts her robe, follows* <Valentine?>

valentine: <what do _you_ want?>

Heloise: <?! Well, someone is in a grouchy mood-->

Villefort: <Not now!> *holds Valentine*

Heloise: <?!!> "..." *frowns, exits*

valentine: *sniff* <j-just leave me alone...>

Villefort: "..." <Okay. I'll check with...I'll take care of funeral preparations. When you're ready...> *exits*

valentine: *crying into her pillow*

*there's a small pearl left on her nightstand...*

edouard:... <papa, will she fell better soon?>

Villefort: "..." *smiles* <Of course...But it needs time...>

-elsewhere-

Dumas: *smiling widely, humming to himself*

marquis: *making breakfast*

Cervantes: *reading the newspaper* "..." <So sad...>

marquis: <what is it?>

Cervantes: <An elderly couple died in a gas leak...>

marquis: <oh no!>

Cervantes: <'The Saint Merands had already lost their daughter at a young age...Survived by Valentine Villefort-->

*CRASH*

*a teacup falls*

marquis: !!!

Dumas: *falls back, shocked*

marquis: <are you alright??> D8>

Dumas: <...It-It was supposed to be the judge...It was supposed to be the judge...>

marquis:....*hug*

{Lord Wilmore: <--a medicine that is poisonous-->}

Dumas: *shaking, trying to pull loose*

marquis: <dumas, please, pull yourself together! it was an honest mistake!>

Cervantes: "..." *frowns, rolls up the newspaper*

Dumas:

*WHAP!*

Dumas: O_O "...YOU HIT ME! WITH A NEWSPAPER--"

Cervantes: *WHAP WHAP WHAP* <Get a hold of yourself, darn it!>

benedetto: ._.

Dumas: >_< *slap-fighting*

Cervantes: <Well, who did kill them?!>

Dumas: "... ... ..."

benedetto: ..... <i'll just...go back to bed for a bit.>

Dumas: *collapses onto the floor in the fetal position*

-elsewhere-

Minoura: *looking at the blood splatter against the alley wall* "Jesus..." -_-; "And why am I not surprised you're all somehow involved..."

Ranpo: *waves* "Good morning!"

atsushi: um. hello.

Katai: Q_Q "As-As we said, we heard nothing last night--but the night before, there was some argument..."

Minoura: -_-; "Okay, Detective, what do you think? Which ability user did this--"

Ranpo: "They didn't."

atsushi: ??

Minoura: "What? Look, kid, I don't see any evidence here: we got blood on the wall, no prints, no footprint--nothing. It's like there was a body, and not even tissue left, so--"

Ranpo: "I don't think it was an ability user...I think it was another type of creature..."

aya: we did find this. *holds up the coin*

Minoura: "...Officer, bag the coin."

cop-chan: *takes the coin*

Minoura: *looks at the coin* "Hmm...'Chinom'? The arcade?"

aya: AHA!

Ranpo: =3= "I still say it looks foreign--probably some group from overseas who--?!!!!!!!!!!!! AH HA!"

atsushi: you figured it out?

Ranpo: "Indeed! Blood splatter. Game token with Japanese beginning with 'Chinom.' Foreign people sneaking in...It's happening again, just as it did years ago..."

atsushi: years ago?

Ranpo: "Yes...It is not ability users--it's more vampires!!!"

atsushi:....*FACEPLANT*

Katai: Q_Q *faints* "I-I'm gonna have to move again..."

Minoura: =_= "I picked a bad day to stop eating donuts..."

aya: but the question is, what _kind_ of vampires are we dealing with. naomi mentioned there's different vampire types.

Minoura: "WE'RE NOT SERIOUSLY ENTERTAINING THIS, ARE WE?!"

Ranpo: "That is the next order of research, Aya. Procure the tomes of vampire lore!"

Lucy: -_-; "This'll just be an excuse for Naomi to read her 'sexy books' again..."

cop-chan: to be fair, there are vampire residents. i'll get to the interviews.

Minoura: -_-# "Fine..."

-elsewhere-

*a tabloid web site already says 'Vampire Attack'*

Black Star: -^-; "...I promise not to get mad...I just want to know whether any of you did this."

naho:....*looks at belkia*

Belkia: OwO "...I don't remember?"

Black Star: "SO IT WAS YOU!" *strangles Belkia*

otogiri: he's innocent this time. i was helping him get gum out of his hair. again.

Belkia: XWX "SING MY SONG TO THE TINY VAMPS THAT COME AFTER ME!" *KO*

Black Star: "...Oh. Okay." *lets him go*

Belkia: XwX

naho:...he's fine.

Higan: "We've been feeding the way you told us to, so it must be someone else..."

Sakuya: "...What if it's _him_? We haven't heard from Mr. Tsubaki in a bit..."

lavender: unless he has an eve, i doubt it.

Black Star: >_>;

lilac: w-what if it's...t-true ancestors? i-i heard rumors about them from the others....

Shamrock: "...That would be worrisome...I suggest we all be on high alert--as now they will be investigating vampires again, and we can't afford police attention..."

-sakuya's phone goes off, and has a very cute ringtone-

Sakuya: .\\\.; "Th-That's me...Totally not my intentional ringtone--It's ironic--Shut up." *answers* "Y-Yeah?"

naomi: hey sakuya, is naho there?

Sakuya: "Sure...Naho, it's Naomi."

naho: oh cool! *takes the phone* hi naomin~ whats up?......oh really?....i see....we just heard ourselves.....actually, i think i know someone who can help you out! ever heard of 'the land of nod'? yeah, they have vampire experts...ok...call you back~ *hangs up*

Sakuya: "??? Why'd she want to know?"

naho: her agency is investigating into the case!

Sakuya: ._.;;;

-elsewhere-

*someone wipes his mouth*

Mikaela: "..."

lacus: whew, what a feast! ^^

chess: where should we strike next?

Crowley: "I think we should ask our scout..." *smiles at Mikaela* "You told us such wonderful locations--"

Mikaela: "Just go wherever."

chess: =3= you're so boooooriiiiing.

lacus: you're as bad as those....'things' we've read in some books. *shudder* whoever this 'meyer' is, i hope to slaughter them horribly.

Crowley: "Patience...We still have to map out locations..." *marking the map on the wall, circling spots in the slums, with giant x's crossing out True Cross and the DWMA*

-elsewhere-

hyakuya: *staring up at the ceiling* ....

Guren: *knocks* "Akane? We're finishing prelims..."

hyakuya: *responsive grunt*

Guren: "You should see the reinforcements...So, um, get up?"

hyakuya: *grumbles and sits up* give me about a minute, im getting changed now...

-girls getting ready, please be patient-

Guren: *opening a box*

hyakuya: *looks*

shinoa: ??

mitsuba: *looks around*

Yoichi: *humming, polishing some daggers*

Kimizuki: *packing meals* "And don't touch them until lunch!"

hyakuya: so what are we doing today?

Guren: "Looks like the vamps showed themselves here--two suspected feedings in a part of town."

hyakuya: ....

Kimizuki: "!!!"

Yoichi: "So, we're on patrol? Okay!"

mitsuba: tch- about time we started doing something.

Guren: *nods* "So let's use that training on our off-time to put a stop to these attacks...The recent attacks were at night, so we'll be using daylight to find vantage points for observation and attack..."

shinoa: right.

Yoichi: "We'll do our best!"

-elsewhere-

Noirtier: *bandaged, struggling to dial* "..." <Answer already, you stupid brat...> *shaking*

-...-

Noirtier: *growls, tosses the phone* <Damn it, Gerard!>

-elsewhere-

Valentine: *staring at her phone...'No new messages'...'No new calls'...*

-elsewhere-

Vulcan: *has on a panda hoodie and sunglasses* "All set?"

karin: yep!

Iris: "All set." *wearing a baseball cap, basketball jersey--and tattoos*

Vulcan: O_O; "Um, Sister? Wh-What's with the new look--"

Iris: *punk face* "WHAT'S WRONG WITH MY LOOK, PUNK?! YOU WANT TO THROW DOWN?!"

karin: easy now. *she's in what looks to be a business suit*

Iris: ^^; "Sorry--just getting into character by modeling myself on people in disguise--Sister Hibana, Shinra's smile, Patty Thompson--"

Vulcan: *hiding behind Karin* Q_Q

karin: ^^; it's pretty well done. well, shall we be off?

Iris: "LET'S DO THIS!"

-elsewhere-

Blair: "I'm heading out, Sachiko! Could you let Dr. John know?"

sachiko: already on it.

Blair: "...How's she holding up?"

sachiko: still stressed...maybe she should take a vacation...

Blair: *nods* "She had gone out to Tombstone...Maybe there or somewhere more, you know, vacationy?" *snaps her fingers, is now in a Hawaiian shirt, hula skirt, and with a coconut drink*

sachiko: *sweatdrop*

-elsewhere-

Chuuya: "Okay, we got our juice boxes, we got crayons, we got Kajii's homework...Ready to draw?"

miyuri: ready!

Chuuya: *takes out a worksheet* "Okay, so this one is a maze..."

miyuri: *looks*

Chuuya: " 'These are the Canadian geese...Help them fly to the South for the winter'..."

miyuri: *doodling*

-little geese pop up from the picture and fly around the room-

Chuuya: ^^; "That's one way to do it..."

Goose: *honks, steals Chuuya's bread*

Chuuya: ._.;

miyuri: *giggles*

Chuuya: "Leeeeeeet's check the maze again..." *a goose lands on his hat*

miyuri: ^^;

Chuuya: "So, there are many paths to take...I used to do these by starting at the goal and working backwards..."

Goose on Hat: =^=

miyuri: hmm...

Chuuya: "So, if I take a pencil at the goal..." *traces back--mock concern* "Oh, no--I hit a dead end! Ah!"

miyuri: oh no! D8

Chuuya: "But that's why a maze usually has another path..." *follows a new one* "So far, so good, right?"

miyuri: mmhmm.

Chuuya: "Now we go left, then right, then right, and waaaaaaay up..."

miyuri: hehe ^^

Chuuya: "And--BOOM! We've made the path!"

-the lines float up-

Chuuya: .____.;;;

-suddenly they're in a maze?-

Chuuya: *looks around...tries to leap up to the top of the wall--and falls*

miyuri: ._.;;;

Chuuya: =_=; "...Let's start walking. Don't get separated..." *holds her hand*

miyuri: ok.

-elsewhere-

Katai: *sips* "Th-Thank you for the tea, Nagisa..."

nagisa: any time, mr katai. ^^

Blair: "I'm home! Oh, Katai! Nagisa let you in?"

Katai: Q\\\\Q

Blair: OwO "~?"

nagisa: welcome home! ^^

Blair: "Thanks..." *yawn* "Busy morning...What're you two up to this afternoon?"

-nagisa explains what all katai told her-

Blair: "Oooooo--vampires! That's no good. But at least it's not the Rats again, right?"

Katai: >~< "Please, don't remind me..."

Blair: *strokes his head* "There, there..."

Katai: =///////=

nagisa: *sweatdrop*

Blair: "Besides, vampires tend not to stay in one place for long--and if they do, it's only until they can pick off every victim they can or farm them for their blood--"

Katai: *protective hug*

Blair: *stroke stroke* ^^; "Do you want to stay for the night?"

-elsewhere-

sonia: *in class*

Teacher: "--and you'll have your test in two weeks, so we'll be reviewing the biology section..."

sonia: *taking notes*

Teacher: "Let's begin with the different organs in the typical humanoid body. Sonia, which organ takes in oxygen?"

sonia: the lungs.

Teacher: "Correct! And which bodily fluid transports that oxygen to the rest of the body?"

sonia: the blood.

Teacher: *smiles* "Right! Very good."

-one student glares at sonia-

sonia: ....

Teacher: "Let me type some keywords for you to review..." *typing on the projector's computer, not looking at the class*

sonia:....

-elsewhere-

Danglars: *sips his bubbly drink, pulls up his stock portfolio on his tablet and--spits out his drink, coughing*

lucian: ...*wipes his face* <sir?>

Danglars: <H-How?!> *pulls up news--* "?!? <WHO DARE PUBLISHED THIS DRECK CLAIMING MY AIRSHIPS ARE NOT FEASIBLE?! IT JUST TANKED MY STOCKS! WHO WROTE THIS?!>

-elsewhere-

Daisy: "Yes, your check is in the mail. ...Yes, he's happy to support thriving young reporters. Let us know what other dirt you dig up. Yes...Goodbye." *hangs up*

Fitzgerald: *sips his drink*

-elsewhere-

Vulcan: *on bat incom* "Target spotted, exiting clothing store...He's going into--?! A toy store? Huh. Must be getting new action figures..."

karin: hmm.

Iris: *inhale* "Okay...I can do this..." *swaggers into the store* "Yo, boss. I'm here for the new mad fresh figurines to power up my game system, bro!"

Hyde: ._.;

Viktor: "Excuse me, sir? Do you sell dolls? Like, for little girls?"

Iris: *whispers into incom* "Oh, that's nice--Viktor is buying dolls!"

karin: ?? *imagining--* D8 (now now, be rational, maybe he has a relative?)

Viktor: "And candy. Little girls like candy, right? How much could I fit into my mode of transportation of just candy?"

Hyde: O_____O "...This isn't a white van, is it...?" *reaching under the desk for the 'police' button...*

Iris: "YO, MAC, JUST ANSWER THE MAN'S QUESTION! THIS IS SIMPLE CALCULUS, YOU DIG?!"

karin: D8 !!!! (SON OF A FUCKING FUCK!!)

Vulcan: "...I'm going to fucking cut his balls off."

Viktor: *spots someone outside the shop* "!!!" *waves at her*

misora: *walking along in a rather cute dress* hello~<3

Vulcan: O_________________O

karin: isnt she from squad 0?

Iris: "???" ("Oh, Misora's here, too! How nice.") ^^

Vulcan: *whispers* "Yeah, with a creepy little-girl idol fixation! This is sick!"

Viktor: "Hi! I'm almost done. Anything else I should get you?"

karin: YOU!

Viktor: OwO "...Um, me?"

karin: so this is your little secret, huh?

Hyde: *pressing the button frantically* "Why is nothing happening?! Wait--this isn't even connected?!!"

Viktor: OwO;;; "Secret? What secret? I have no idea what you mean...HA HA HA?"

misora: OwO;;;;;;;;

Iris: "We know exactly what you're up to! ..." *whispers* "What are they up to?"

Vulcan: -_- "This is sick. You are nasty, Viktor..."

karin: viktor licht, misora hina, you two.....HAVE SOME CREEPY SEXUAL RELATIONSHIP DONT YOU?!

misora: ......

Iris: "... ... ..." *brains snaps* D8

Viktor: "...If I say 'yes,' is that better or worse than the alternative?"

misora: ...............*LAUGHING OUT LOUD* AHAHAHAHAHAHAH!! AS IF! LIKE I'D EVER WANT A CREEPY LOSER LIKE HIM! AHAHAHAHAHA!!!

Viktor: QwQ "Ha ha ha...No. I'm shopping for my baby cousin, and Misora offered to help deliver while I get back to work." TwT;

karin:....*raises a brow*

Iris: "Oh, well, you're always visiting your family, so this checks out. Good day!" *turns--*

Vulcan: *grabs her by the sleeve* "Why the big secret, you two?"

misora: as it so happens, his cousin is my manager! ^^

Vulcan: "And this never came up why...?"

Viktor: "I don't like to brag. I got where I am without nepotism..." ^^;

misora: =3= and besides, no one ever asked!

Iris: "Oh, I'm sorry for not asking! So, what's your manager like?"

misora: very busy, i actually have to meet up with him now, so bye bye~ *exits*

Viktor: *empty handed* QwQ "...This is mortifying."

Hyde: "And you owe me $141.67 for the stuff. And I'm calling the cops on all of you..."

karin: ._.;;;

Viktor: "OH, LIKE KIDS SHOP AT TOY STORES ANYMORE! IT'S JUST OLD PEOPLE!"

Walter: "..." *punches Viktor in the jaw*

karin: *grabs him by the arm and runs* BAIL! FUCKIN BAIL!

Viktor: XwX

Hyde: "GET BACK WITH MY MONEY!"

Iris: *praying* "Forgive me for what I've done--"

Vulcan: *picks up Iris, runs*

-elsewhere-

miyuri: *following chuuya*

Chuuya: "Darn--dead end...Miyuri, you got markers or string or something?"

miyuri: *shakes head*....miyuri's sorry.

Chuuya: "Hey, it's okay..." *rubs her head* "These things happen. It's like Theseus and the Minotaur...only no Minotaur."

miyuri: miyuri didnt mean to get us lost *sniff* i...*hic* i was only t-trying to-

Chuuya: "..." *hug* "It's okay. You'll learn from this. And we get to make this a game."

miyuri: a game? *shiny eyes*

Chuuya: ^^; "Sure! Mazes can be games. We can even make up sayings or songs to follow our path..."

miyuri: yay! ^o^

Chuuya: *stands up, takes her hand* "Now, let's count the steps to the corner...1, 2..."

-elsewhere-

Akutagawa: *sitting in the motorcycle side-car with a helmet* "Where are we going?"

naoya: just out for a drive. and maybe to do some shopping to get you some new digs.

Akutagawa: "..." *nods* "I'll need a new jacket, too..."

naoya: that's what i meant by 'digs'.

Akutagawa: ._.; "...I know. I was...just emphasizing..."

naoya: well, let's get a move on then.

-elsewhere-

Asako: *frowning...petting Goldie*

goldie: ^w^

Asako: *small smile* *picks up Goldie into her lap* "Keep me company while I review the hospital records?"

goldie: *bark* ^^

Asako: *smiles...then turns back to file* "Okay...Admitted after the Slums attack...Now at Haijima..." *sighs* "What are they doing..."

-elsewhere-

Yumi: "Okay, Christa--which one do you want?" *holds out donuts*

christa: that one!

Yumi: "Good choice..." *hands her the one with sprinkles* "Careful not to drop them..."

christa: ok!

Yumi: *picks up Shiori* "Want one, Shiori?"

shiori: ah.

Yumi: "Let's try a donut hole--don't swallow it all at once..."

-elsewhere-

Rin: "Hey, you two--how was the slumber party?"

shiemi: it was fun.

Izumo: >_>; "...It was nice. Educational. Lovely garden..."

Shima: *opens his mouth--*

Izumo: *slams his head face-first into the desk*

Rin: O.O; "..." *sniffs* "Ugh! What's that stench?!"

shiemi: ??

Bon: =_= "Hey..."

Izumo: *covers her nose* "Good lord!"

konekomaru: bon! are you alright?!

Bon: "I've been researching for days...No sleep...Little food..."

Rin: *holds his nose* "No soap, no water..."

konekomaru: (he almost rivals the queen of stink...)

Izumo: "GO TO THE SHOWER!"

Shima: *opens his mouth--*

Bon: *slams his head face-first into the desk* "I know..."

-elsewhere-

Kunikida: "...Vampires? ..." *takes off his glasses, rubs his eyes* "You have to be kidding me..."

atsushi: weirder things have happened.

Kunikida: "Weird, yes. But usually within our knowledge set--"

Dazai: =w= *listening to his headphones*

Kunikida: "...Most of our knowledge set." *hands a book to Atsushi* "Read it on your way to Naomi's informant."

atsushi: um...ok? *looks*

*It's a book titles 'Vampyr'*

atsushi: hmm...

Kyoka: "We'll also be checking the arcade mentioned..."

-elsewhere-

hyakuya: why do we have to do these tests again?

shinoa: to refresh our knowledge.

Kimizuki: "You gonna complain the entire time?"

hyakuya: =~=

Kimizuki: "We'll get through this more quickly if everyone is prepared."

hyakuya: =~= fiiine.

Mitsuba: "So try to remember the terms..."

Guren: "Okay, okay, settle down and take your seats. You'll need a number 2 pencil, closed book, no notes, cell phones under your table, spit out any gum--"

hyakuya: =,= *looks out the window*.... (huh, brings back memories....)

{hyakuya: *looking out the window, tapping her foot in annoyance*}

{*tap tap*}

{hyakuya: *looks back* ??}

{*a girl holds up a notepad with a message: "Hello. I am Shinoa. I will be your handler."}

{hyakuya: ??? (handler?)}

{Shinoa: *notepad: "Cooperate, or I will report you for additional punishment."*}

{hyakuya: D8}

{-...-}

{hyakuya: =~= what the hell is your deal anyway?}

{Shinoa: "I was told how vampires killed your family, that you were abandoned, lost...So, you're afraid to make friends." *smiles* "So how about some ice cream, champ~?"}

{hyakuya: ...what do you _really_ want from me?}

{Shinoa: *sighs* "The lieutenant colonel wants you to read this message." *hands her a paper*}

{hyakuya: of course he does.... *looks*}

{Note: "The army has no use for some shut-in who doesn't know about the value of cooperation within a military system. Usually, such cooperation starts when you make friends in school. But since you're at the obvious disadvantage due to arrested development and slow maturation, your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to make a friend--and introduce them to me. And a real friend, not someone you pay, bribe, or do anything else to fake it. Granted, I think you're not going to go through with this, so, enjoy being a failure."}

{hyakuya: WHY THAT MOTHER-....*siiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiigh* i dont have a choice in this, do i?}

{Shinoa: *shakes her head--*}

{*THUD*}

{hyakuya: ?! *turns*}

{*a student is knocked through the door to the floor*}

{Student: "P-Please...Don't--"}

{hyakuya: ??!!!}

{Bully: "Don't what? I was just asking to borrow some cash, that's all--" *STOMP*}

{Student: "OW!"}

{hyakuya: hey! what the heck are you doing?!}

{Bully: "?! Bitch, mind your own business! Unless you want something else from me..." *puts a foot on top of the Student's head*}

{hyakuya: actually yes, i want you to stop doing that to the poor kid.}

{Bully: "Then I think you'll need to convince me~"}

{hyakuya: ok ^^ *PUNCH*}

{Bully: X_X *knocked down*}

{Shinoa: "...Oh, that's bad news...I forgot to mention..."}

{hyakuya: yeah! that's what you get for being an asshole, shit for brains! *looks at the student* hey, you ok?}

{Student: Q_Q "I-I'm so sorry! I didn't mean to get you involved in this!"}

{hyakuya: it's fine. that prick was asking for it anyway. i swear, there's some really annoying assholes in this place. *helps him up* you seem ok, though.}

{Student: "Aside from the head injury. Ha ha ha...But seriously, no, that really hurt..." TwT }

{hyakuya: jeez...come on, let's get to the nurse...what's your name, kid?}

{Student: "Yoichi."}

{hyakuya: got it. 'name's akane.}

{Yoichi: ^^}

{Shinoa: "And that adds more punishment to your account."}

{hyakuya: 0_0 well shit.}

{Shinoa: " 'Well shit' indeed." *smiles*}

{Yoichi: "...Is she your friend, or punishment?"}

{hyakuya: at this point, im going to go with yes.}

{Yoichi: " 'Kay...So...You're another student here? Are you hoping to join the military?"}

{hyakuya: pretty much. i want to fight vamps as soon as possible.}

{Yoichi: "..." *nods* "Yeah, same..."}

{hyakuya:...say, shinoa and i were gonna get ice cream, you...wanna come with?}

{Yoichi: "Oh! Um...Yes! Thank you!"}

{Shinoa: "Hang on--I didn't say I'm paying for 3!"}

???: akane!

hyakuya: !!! im paying attention!

Shinoa: "Really? What was just said?"

hyakuya:.... ._.;;;;

Guren: -_-; "That'll be a punishment later."

hyakuya: ... *grumbles*

mitsuba: *facepalm*

Yoichi: ^^;

Kimizuki: "How embarrassing..."

hyakuya: get stuffed, kimizuki.

Kimizuki: "Pay attention in class instead of zoning out! You'll get yourself killed like that!"

hyakuya: >Xp

mitsuba: so immature...

Guren: *chops* "Enough, both of you."

-elsewhere-

naho: well, this is the place!

atsushi: looks kind of shady....

Kyoka: "Like something Dazai would go to..."

sylvia: *gulps*

Ranpo: "There's nothing to fear once you understand it! And I understand the rules of the Agency--NEWBIE OPENS THE DOOR TO SCARY PLACES FIRST!"

Lucy: -.- "Wimp..." *moves to the door--*

*the door blasts open*

atsushi: !!!

*a tall man exits*

atsushi: *notices something in the man's hand* ._________.

Tall Man: "Mikuni! I found the secret ingredient for the best banana split ever! I'm just going to need to behead your dolly!"

sylvia: *SCREAMING BLOODY MURDER*

*The Tall Man is holding a decapitated head*

Lucy: "?!!! YOU MONSTER!" *punches him in the jaw*

*The Tall Man is down--KO!*

metsu: ._. *sweatdrop*

atsushi: D8

Lucy: "WHAT HAVE I TOLD PEOPLE LIKE YOU ABOUT HARMING INNOCENT DOLLS?!"

metsu: um....welcome to the shop?

Ranpo: *peeks* "Oh, soda! Excuse me--investigation in progress. I'll need to inspect these--all of these--" *piling them into his arms*

metsu: um... ._.;;

atsushi: *steps in* um....i-is the owner here?

Lucy: *dragging Johannes by his ankles* "I'M NOT DONE WITH THIS ONE YET! HE HAS INFORMATION!" *pulls him into the backroom, as punches are heard*

metsu: at the moment, no. he should be here in about 25 minutes. would you like some tea and cake in the meantime?

Ranpo: "Yes, please."

Kyoka: *nods*

-and so-

atsushi: thanks for the food! ^^

metsu: so, you're investigating vampire attacks, you say?

Kyoka: *mouth stuffed* *nods*

Ranpo: "We found blood splatters consistent with most vampire attacks, along with a few other clues that indicate itinerant individuals who travel around seeking new victims."

metsu: what a coincidence, our boss actually went out to investigate as well.

Kyoka: *muffled* "Oh? How long has he investigated these kinds of things?"

metsu: it's one of the businesses he offers here. we do research on the supernatural, particularly vampires.

Ranpo: "Then this should be the best place! We can't wait to meet him!"

-the door opens-

Lucy: *exits the backroom* >_< *sits...angry cake nom*

metsu: speak of the devil- here he is now.

atsushi: *looks*

Mikuni: *enters* "Hello, Metsu! I see the business is still standing and--Oh, we even have customers! Excellent! Howdy!"

sylvia: ._.;;;

Ranpo: *waves* "Hello, proprietor!"

Lucy: "...Oh!"

Mikuni: "...Hey! You!"

atsushi: oh, you know him?

Lucy: *nods* "We bonded over a common appreciation in the fine art of dolls."

atsushi: (wait, i think i might have been here once before myself...)

Mikuni: "HIGH FIVE!"

Lucy: *high five*

Johannes: *his head pops out of the backroom* "FOR THE LOVE OF GOD, HELP ME!"

sylvia: eep! *hides behind kyouka*

Kyoka: "It's okay--the bad man will be taken care of in good time." *hands a taser to Mikuni*

Mikuni: "..." QwQ "Yay! New friends!"

Ranpo: "But first, we had some questions about your recent vampire investigation--...Huh. You look familiar to me, too. I think Poe mentioned you--"

Mikuni: "... ... ..." *slow head turn, voice changes* "Who did you say...?"

atsushi: miss metsu, more tea please? ^^;;;;

Mikuni: *inhale* "NO SWEETS FOR THIS CAPE-WEARING TRAITOR!"

Ranpo: D:<

metsu: *chop* dont be rude to customers, sir.

Mikuni: T~T "He's going to hurt me again..."

atsushi: ??

-elsewhere-

Poe: *reading the newspaper* "... ... ...!!! Karl! Hand me the telephone!"

karl: *chitter*

Poe: *dials* "...Yes? I am interested in more information about the recent vampire attacks. ... No, I am not a crank caller. ... Criminal record? ...Uuuuuum..." *hangs up* .____.;

karl: *chitter*

Poe: "I think maybe I need a new plan...I'll ask Rowena."

-elsewhere-

Minoura: *sets down the cup of water* "Here."

bram: -~- sir...how many times do i have to tell you? i'm _not_ a vampire- *VOMITS BLOOD*....*cough* s-sorry....

Minoura: -_- "We'll need to decontaminate later...If you're not a vampire, what's with the blood?"

bram: it's my ability! plus im sickly.

Minoura: "And your ability is...?"

bram: creation and manipulation of blood, but that doesnt make me a vampire!

Minoura: "I think that's what a vampire would say...Let's administer the tests..." *picks up the cup of water--and tosses it into Bram's face*

bram: >~< why would you do that?!

Minoura: "It's holy water. Are you melting yet?"

bram: NO! i'm just wet! im probably going to get a cold now...

Minoura: *sighs* *presses a button on the intercom* "Bring the silver washcloth."

bram: is it just silver in color, or made of silver? if it's the latter that's highly useless in cleaning or drying!

Minoura: "Hey! I'm the one trying to test this out every which way I can, even if that means force-feeding you garlic!"

Bram: TT~TT im going to die for sure…

-elsewhere-

Akitaru: .____.

Takehisa: *facepalm*

Vulcan: >_>; "So, yeah...We may be criminals now."

Iris: T~T

shinra: technically it's your _disguises_ that are the criminals.

Akitaru: "I'll handle this--not the first time someone here broke the law."

Iris: "I didn't even realize Viktor's cousin was in music..."

-elsewhere-

Joker: "How you like the new dress, Nana?"

nana: *look of seething, unbridled hatred and fury*

Joker: "...So, yes?"

nana: you think this is some kind of sick game? WHO WEARS SOMETHING SO FRILLY AND STUPID LOOKING?!

misora: =3= rude.

Joker: "I agree. Your Uncle Viktor and Aunt Misora went to a lot of work to get you that dress. Do you think dresses grow on trees?"

scarlet: technically, depending on what material the dress is made of, if it's cotton, then it does come from a plant.

Joker: "Please don't upset my metaphor in front of the child, darling."

scarlet: just keeping things in perspective. also dont call me that unless you seriously want to get punched out a fucking window.

Joker: "..." *shrugs* "Maybe later. Also, language in front of the kid. Now, Nana, if you keep the dress on today, you'll get to play with your new dolly!"

nana: *excalibur face* (what did i do to deserve this?)

Joker: "Look, we're trying our best. What do you want to play?"

nana: can i go back to bed now?

Joker: "...But it's afternoon..."

nana: whatever! im going to bed anyway!

Joker: "..." Q_X *humming* " 'When you coming home, kid--I don't know when...'"

scarlet: *concerned look*

-elsewhere-

Kuro: =_= " 'Hello. We are selling baked goods to help support our school and charities. Would you like a free sample?' *forced smile*

suzuhara: um...thanks?

Kuro: "You're welcome...Our strawberry cupcakes are quite affordable..." *yawns*

-elsewhere-

Chuuya: "--So Theseus would mark where he went to know where not to go back..."

miyuri: ooooh! ....!!! miyuri sees something!

-it's the exit-

Chuuya: "Oh, good!" *follows*

-successful escape!-

-the lines return to the page-

Chuuya: =w= "That's good..." *collapses onto his back*

-the door opens-

sonia: im home....

Chuuya: =w= "Zzz..."

miyuri: *looks* sonia? whats that on your cheek?

Chuuya: *yawns, sits up* "...?!"

-sonia seems to have a bruise on the left side of her face and has trash on her and her schoolbag-

Chuuya: "What happened? Who did this?!"

sonia:....it's nothing...im going to go to bed now....

Chuuya: "Sonia, this is not nothing--you were attacked?"

sonia:....i think my classmates might hate me.

Chuuya: "..." *hug*

sonia: ......

Chuuya: "It's okay...It's going to be okay, Sonia."

miyuri: ??

Chuuya: *strokes her head* "Come on--let's get you cleaned and patched up..."

sonia:....ok....

-elsewhere-

Villefort: *staring at brochures* <Okay, so they'll be buried with...with her. I am confirming dates for the church...>

valentine: ......

Villefort: <...I think it would be good for you to say something at the memorial...>

valentine:....<o-ok...>

Villefort: <...> *nods*

valentine:...*nods*....*checks phone*

*no calls or texts from Francesca...*

valentine:....*sigh*

-elsewhere-

Cervantes: *in disguise--as best as he can--walking to a pharmacy...*

pharmacist: <can i help you?>

Cervantes: <Hello. What would you recommend for a friend with a fever?>

pharmacist: *checks a book*

Cervantes: *looks around, picks out some candy...looks out the window...*

dulcenia: *exiting a shop. seems she's off duty*

Cervantes: OwO *steps outside, waves*

dulcenia: ??

Cervantes: <Hello! How are you?>

dulcenia: <im fine? and you are?>

Cervantes: <Me! You know! Your favorite father!>

dulcenia: .....*confused look*

Cervantes: ^w^; <May I bless you?> *starts imitating complicated signs--before somehow getting his arm stuck behind his head*

dulcenia:.....(what the fresh fuck?)

Cervantes:

dulcenia: ...*blink*

Cervantes: <You strike me as a connoisseur. Proprietor! Your finest Three Musketeers candy bar!>

-elsewhere-

Chuuya: "...Feel better?"

sonia: ...*small nod*

Chuuya: "Okay...Hungry? We can make dinner or just something small..."

sonia:...im not hungry...

Chuuya: "...Alright...You know you can tell me if something is wrong."

sonia:....can i stay home tomorrow?

Chuuya: *nods* "Sure."

miyuri: *peeks in*

Chuuya: "Want to watch a movie?"

sonia:...*hides under the covers*

miyuri: papa? is sonia ok?

Chuuya: "...She will need some time to rest."

-elsewhere-

Lucy: "I hope this information is helpful..." *brushing a doll's hair*

Mikuni: ^w^ "I think so~"

atsushi: anything we should know about these vampires?

Mikuni: "There are others who are also hunting them, so be careful not to get in their way...Also, there are some vampires that take the form of animals, so I'd be suspicious of them."

atsushi:... >->

*knock knock*

atsushi: YEEP!

*the door's bell jingles as it's opened*

atsushi: oh, poe, rowena, fancy seeing you guys here.

Lucy: "Hi!" *smiles*

Mikuni: Q___Q;;;;

rowena: hello mikuni ^////^ is johannes in?

Poe: *frightening stare*

Mikuni: O_____O;;;; "I think Lucy knocked him unconscious and dragged him into the back..."

Lucy: *proud nod*

rowena: oh no!

Poe: "Perhaps some smelling salts would work..." *towers over Mikuni, who falls deeper into his seat*

Mikuni: "A-Allow me!" *runs into the back--slapping sounds are heard*

Johannes: "AH! THE CATFISHES ARE SLAPPING ME AGAIN!"

atsushi: ._.;

Lucy: ._.; "...Edgar? What did you do to that poor man?"

Poe: "Nothing...yet."

rowena: ^^;

Johannes: *walking stiffly into the shop, his face full of hand-marks* "Greetings, happy paranormal investigators! How may I help you?"

-atsushi and rowena explain-

Johannes: "I see...Well, there is one thing you must do before you head out."

atsushi: what's that?

Johannes: "You've heard the old stories how vampires can't see their reflection in the mirror, making them easy to sneak around right behind you..." *walks behind Atsushi and Rowena* "Worrisome, isn't it..."

atsushi: *SCREAMS*

Lucy: >_O *covering her ears*

sylvia: eep! *hides*

Johannes: "Unlike the vampire...you must not lose sight of yourself in the mirror!" *seizes Atsushi and Rowena, his hands cupping their foreheads*

atsushi:....right.

rowena: *nods*

Johannes: *smiles* "And to help you..." *pulls back his hands* "TAH-DAH!"

*he's put something on them...their foreheads say 'IHSUSTA' and 'ANEWOR'...except he put each one onto the wrong person...*

atsushi:....what the heck..

rowena: ._.;

Johannes: OwO; "...See, I once did this to some guy by shoving him into his cat's brain, but I had to draw onto his forehead his name backwards so he could--You know what, you had to be there."

Poe: Q_____Q "...A cat?"

atsushi:.....eh, i'll take it.

Lucy: ^^; "In any case, aside from mirrors and name recognition, we may need more help than just knowledge..."

Mikuni: "Hence why not to get in the way of the vampire experts...Although..."

atsushi: ??

Mikuni: "Hang on--let me whip my snake out..."

atsushi: NO NEED TO DO THAT HERE!

Lucy: "EEEK!" *covers her eyes*

Poe: "Pervert!" *slaps Mikuni*

Mikuni: *KOed*

*a snake pops up behind Rowena*

rowena: oh!

ranpo: dang poe! i didnt think you had it in ya. im impressed.

Poe: -^- "Hmph. I will not tolerate improper men...Now, could someone please get me ice for my wrist!" T~T

Snake: "...Hi."

atsushi: aaand it talks.

Lucy: ._.;

Snake: "Yes. Hi. I'm Jeje."

atsushi: nice to meet you.

Jeje: "Same. And the guy on the floor is my, um, handler."

-elsewhere-

miyuri: *sniff sniff* mmm smells yummy!

Chuuya: "I hope so--Sonia likes it."

miyuri: *nods* are we gonna take some of it up to her?

Chuuya: "I think so--it might help her appetite..."

-phone rings-

Chuuya: "??? Miyuri, keep an eye on it?"

miyuri: ok!

Chuuya: *answers* "Hello?"

teacher: yes, is this mr nakahara?

Chuuya: "Oh, good. You're calling to schedule?" *looking through a calendar...*

teacher: yes, it's this weekend.

Chuuya: "Okay, I'm available around 11 Saturday?"

teacher: excellent!

Chuuya: "I'll have to watch Sonia's sister that day, too."

teacher: well im sure we'd love to meet her!

Chuuya: "Thank you. We'll see you this Saturday."

miyuri: it looks ready, papa!

Chuuya: "?! Sorry, we're making dinner, I have to hang up. Goodbye!"

sonia:....*pokes her head out of her room*

Chuuya: *plating the food, then setting it onto a tray* "Miyuri, can you pour a glass of water?"

miyuri: ok!

Chuuya: *scoops out pasta onto a plate...*

sonia:....*gingerly walks over, wearing a blanket around her*

Chuuya: *smiles* "Hi, Sonia."

sonia: *nods and sits at the dinner table*

Chuuya: *smiles* "Want some cheese or tomato sauce?"

sonia: ...cheese....

Chuuya: "You got it..." *dusts a bit of cheese onto the pasta* "Dig in."

sonia: *nom*

Chuuya: "...Hey, want to do something this weekend?"

sonia: like what?

Chuuya: "Well...Would you like to visit your grandmother while I go to a parent-teacher conference?"

sonia:....i'll go to.

Chuuya: "You're okay to do so?"

sonia: i probably should...

Chuuya: "Okay...Miyuri, you can go with Grandma if you want."

miyuri: miyuri wants to see school!

Chuuya: ^^; "Okay, you can come, too--if you'll stay with Sonia."

miyuri: *nods*

Chuuya: "Great..." *sets plates for himself and Miyuri* "Let's eat..."

miyuri: *nom* mmmm! yummy!

Chuuya: "That's good--try some of the sauce."

miyuri: *slurp*

Chuuya: ^^ *slurp*

-elsewhere-

Kimizuki: "That was an informative lesson."

hyakuya: *reviewing notes* =3= ok, ''beast virus', a rare disease that mutates living things into vicious mutants. it's effects on humans remains as of yet, unknown.'

Kimizuki: "Yes, that is what it is..."

hyakuya: ...do you think that's what has your sister sick?

Kimizuki: "..." *sighs* "I don't know." *holds his head, stares at his notes*

hyakuya:....just a thought...

Kimizuki: "I know. It's been a thought I've had. But we don't know the effects the virus has on humans, now do we?"

hyakuya: well, you did say the doctors werent able to determine what's causing her sickness.

Kimizuki: "I know, okay? Could you... *sighs* Could we talk about something else?"

hyakuya: alright fine.....is that your natural hair? *smug grin*

Kimizuki: >_<# "Ha ha. Do you practice that scary face, or is natural?"

hyakuya: >XP

Kimizuki: "How immature..." *sticks out his tongue, pulls down his under-eyelids*

shinoa: ....when's the baby due?

hyakuya: AS IF!

Kimizuki: "Never!" *slams his book shut--onto his hand* "..." Q_____Q

shinoa: suuure. ^^

Mitsuba: "Is this a private conversation, or can anyone join in with critical remarks about how far behind Hyakuya is on her studies?"

hyakuya: what is this, pick on akane hour?

Yoichi: "I just wanted to fit in." Q_Q

hyakuya: *hug* i am so sorry i didnt mean to upset you you precious bean.

Yoichi: T~T "I'm sorry, too." *hug*

Kimizuki: "..." >_>;

Yoichi: "Let's have ice cream--with sprinkles and chocolate syrup!" TwT;

yumikage: *sips drink* look at them, enjoying their youths as best they can. brings back memories

Tsurugi: *whispers to Yumikage* "You're not young anymore, old man..."

yumikage: you wanna go? -_-#

-elsewhere-

marquis: *knocks* dumas? feeling better yet?

Dumas: *turned over in bed*

marquis: im making pudding~

Dumas: =~= "Pudding doesn't help..."

Dumas: <...I was nothing more than an 'acceptable loss,' 'collateral damage.' I lost 6 years of my life...and just killed 2 people.>

count: *chop* <oh stop your moping. beethoven didnt create his masterpieces by moping about his deafness. human beings are unpredictable, that's part of how we are.>

Dumas: "..." *chops her on the head* <Music is not killing people! What is your problem?!>

Dumas: <I'm not interested in killing other people on this task--just the ones who ruined my life! Don't you get that?!!>

count: *sigh* <look, the world can be an unforgiving place sometimes. in some circumstances, you have to do some shitty things. 'sides, it's not like _you_ killed them directly, it was that crazy old hag that did it. if anything, blame her for fucking up and being an asshat>

Dumas: <...> *nods* <She will pay for this...>

-morning-

Katai: *yawns* =w= ("What good sleep...") *turns in bed*

blair: *snuggling him to her chest*

Katai: "?!" *opens his eyes* O\\\\\\\\\o; *small muffle*

blair: *yaaawn* morning~<3

Katai: .\\\\\\\. "...Hi? Um...What?"

blair: ~? want some waffles?

Katai: "...Yes. So much yes."

-elsewhere-

Kyoka: *staring at Mii*

mii: *snoozing* *cat yawn*

Kyoka: "...Maybe Mii is a vampire cat."

atsushi: hmm...nah.

Kyoka: "Just a thought." *pours tea for Atsushi* "We have the arcades to check."

atsushi: right.

-elsewhere-

liz: *checking grocery list*

Patty: *grabbing apples* "What else?"

liz: we need more milk.

Patty: " 'Kay! And chocolate syrup?"

liz: yep

Patty: "I think the kids deserve something..." *holds up cereal*

liz: *nods*

Patty: "Cool!" *dumps an entire shelf into the cart*

liz: ._.

Patty: "Now for the rest! Wes ask for anything?"

-elsewhere-

Yumi: *pours a glass of orange juice* "Here you go."

shiori: ^o^ thank you mama

Yumi: "You're welcome, sweetie. Kirika, donut?"

kirika: bacon please.

Yumi: "Okay." *serves some* "What are your plans today?"

kirika: *shrug* might just check out the arcade or somethin'

Yumi: "Okay--be safe out there, and call if you're going to be late for dinner."

kirika: i got'cha.

Yumi: *nods* "Well, Liz and Patty are still out. Have you seen Kid?"

kirika: out back.

Kid: *watering flowers in the backyard* "Hey, there, little ones. Ready for the new day?"

-elsewhere-

Cervantes: =w= *swaying with glee...*

benedetto: ???? <is he ok?>

Dumas: =_= <He probably did something stupid--ignore him...> *shoves a waffle into his mouth--then guzzles pancake syrup straight from the bottle*

benedetto: ._.

Cervantes: <The world is such a shinier color! If I could make a crayon of it, I would name it...'Love'!>

benedetto: ._.;;;;

*Dumas is giving off a dark aura while Cervantes gives off a light aura...They are stuck in their moods*

Dumas: "OW!" <WHAT THE FUCK?!>

Cervantes: *shakes his head* <Sorry--what did I miss? Lunch?>

Cervantes: <Right! To help our friend get vengeance on his enemies--and avoid the plant woman from hurting us! And maybe having coffee with the pretty police officer...>

Dumas: =_= *grumbles* <Fine. My next disguise will be the smelly sad man. Happy, you recalcitrant jackass. Ugh. I'll go review Danglars's stock prices falling and see him. Boy, put on the dress.>

benedetto: =3=

Dumas: <...'Andrea.'>

benedetto: =_=#

-elsewhere-

edouard: <valentine?>

Valentine: *lying in bed* "..."

edouard:

Valentine: "..." <Thanks. Leave it on the nightstand, please.>

edouard:....

-elsewhere-

Kyoka: "Thank you for coming with us, Kenji."

kenji: anytime. ^^

Lucy: *checking the map on her phone* "Chinom is around the corner..."

atsushi: *looks*

*the arcade looks spooky--appropriate for Death City, with some coffins along the exterior and bats on the facade*

sylvia: ....

Lucy: -_-; "Gee, this totally doesn't look like a vampire den at all..."

kenji: it looks nice. ^^

Lucy: "?!!"

atsushi: *steps forward*

*inside are a few teenagers playing games*

Ranpo: "Hmm...Pale people inside who look like they've never seen the outside...Eyes tired as if they are not used to sunlight and daytime hours...I can't tell whether they are gamers or vampires...Oh well!" *pulls out a pouch of quarters* "I'm hitting up Donkey Kong..."

sylvia: .~.

Kyoka: "How shall we speak to the manager? Explain our interest, or pass ourselves as customers?"

atsushi: maybe just look around for now.

Kyoka: *nods...looks at the black lights inside* "Hmm...With the right posters, this would not be bad for the apartment."

Gamer: *playing Tetris...looks back at them...*

kenji: *humming*

Lucy: "Well, if we're playing, who's up for air hockey?"

???: *whispering to Kenji* "Hey. Hey, you, buddy?"

kenji: ??

*someone in baggy clothes and messy hair smiles at Kenji*

???: "You're here 'cause you like games, right?"

kenji: i guess so.

???: "You ever play virtual reality games? They're the latest thing we got in stock."

kenji: oooh, i've heard about those!

???: "They're really neat! I'm testing out the newest one from the manufacturer--real big city operation, first of its kind, hardly anyone has tried it. You should take a crack at it..."

kenji: how much?

???: "For you? If you help me test it out, I'll make it free..."

kenji: wow golly! thanks!

???: *smiles, showing shiny teeth* "No, thank you..." *leads Kenji to the storeroom...*

sylvia: *looking around, nervous*

Kyoka: "Want to try skeeball?"

sylvia: o-ok...

*there's a small child near them, clubbing the whack-a-mole really hard with the mallet while cackling*

sylvia: .~.;;;;;;

*in the food court, someone has dumped too much ketchup onto their fries, as they dig in voraciously*

*someone in a hoodie plays Space Invaders near the air hockey table*

Lucy: "KAH!" *knocks the puck*

Hoodie: =_= ("Too loud...")

atsushi: *bumps into someone* oh, so sorry-

???: whatever...

Ranpo: "Hey! This thing is busted!" *slams a fist against the side of the cabinet*

Employee: ^^; "Sir, please do not hit the machine..."

kenji: ^3^~♫

Manager: "Now, just have a seat...I'm going to secure you into the chair..." *lowers the VR headset onto Kenji*

kenji: oooh, neato.

Manager: *secures straps on Kenji's wrists and ankles* "This will keep you in place when you use the foot and hand controls on your vehicle..." *chuckling to themselves as they look at Kenji's neck...*

kenji: feels kinda tight.

Manager: "It's for your safety...I'm going to start the game..."

kenji: ok!

*the VR headset blinks on, showing a road passing through a peaceful field*

kenji: ooooh.

Manager: "Lightly tap your left foot for gas, and use your hands to turn the wheel..."

kenji: ok, like this?

*the vehicle starts moving along the road*

Manager: "There! What a pro..." *licks their lips, looking at Kenji's neck* ("Scrawny, but that neck looks to be full of it...") "You must play a lot of these games back home..."

kenji: not often.

Manager: *leans in* "I wouldn't know it from seeing you in action..."

*in the game, a cow blocks the vehicle*

kenji: *hits the breaks*

Manager: "?! What?"

VR Cow: O_O "...Moo..." *leans down its head to Kenji, as if it wanted to be petted*

kenji: there was a cow! i have to let them pass through...aww, nice cow! *pet pet*

*Kenji's "petting" breaks the restraint--and punched the Manager through the wall*

kenji: ^^

Manager: *tossed into the arcade, crashing atop the air hockey table*

sylvia: EEP! >~<

Lucy: "?!!! You jerk! You owe me a quarter!" *tosses the puck at the Manager's head*

Employee: D:< "Oh, come on!"

atsushi: ?!

*the Manager has some...sharp teeth*

atsushi: !!!!! um....guys?

Lucy: O_____O;; "Now, let's not jump to conclusions...Maybe they're just a weapon! Plenty of weapons have sharp...teeth..."

Customer: "...Well, cover's blown..." *grabs Atsushi by the shoulder--and bites into his neck*

atsushi: *yells out in pain*

Lucy: "Atsushi!" *picks up billiard stick, breaks it into the Customer's face*

atsushi: t-thanks. *tiger arms*

Customer: "GAH! FUCK!" *crashes into Space Invaders, pulling the plug on it*

Hoodie: "... ... ..." *sighs*

Employee: "You idiots! I'll show you how it's done--" *grabs Ranpo by the sleeve* "Come here, you!"

Ranpo: "??!" *smashes his roll of quarters into the Employee's eye*

Employee: "GAH!"

*vampires chase Sylvia*

???: *pulls out a pistol and shoots the vampires point blank*

sylvia: *ducks* *scream*

Ranpo: "...Nice aim!"

???: thanks.

Kyoka: *using Demon Snow, it's light scaring away vampires*

Ranpo: "And now for you!" *grabs Hoodie* "I've seen you here, and I know who you are!"

Hoodie: "...I just wanted some time away. 'Go out and have fun,' she said...I'm tired now..." *walks up to a vampire*

Ranpo: *smirks*

Vampire: *yells in Hoodie's face*

Hoodie: "..." *a tonfa pops out of their sleeve*

Vampire: "?!"

*POW*

Asher: =_= "I should've stayed home..."

Lucy: O_O; "...Vampires have tonfa?"

Ranpo: "They're a weapon, stupid."

Lucy: *GLARE*

atsushi: actually, i think that person goes to our school.

Asher: "First plant monsters, now vampires...I'm going to lie down in the back for a bit..."

kenji: hehe ^^

Asher: "...Weird." *sits in the manager's chair...* "Zzz..."

atsushi: is that all of them?

Manager: *sits up* "YOU STUPID LITTLE MEAT-BAGS! JUST DIE AND LET US FEAST ON YOUR BLOOD! I--"

sylvia: *throws something at them*

Manager: *KO'ed by a Rubix cube from the prize booth*

Kyoka: "Good work, Sylvia."

sylvia: t-thank you...

Employee: O_X; *tries to sneak out the front door--*

-BANG-

Employee: *SCREAMS, falls forward* "I-I'm sorry! Don't kill me!"

???: alright. i'll give you till tonight to leave this place.

Ranpo: "Before we even find out who they were working for? No way this operation was just these idiots..."

Employee: "I'll leave! I'll leave!"

???: good.

Lucy: *looks at the company name* "Chinom..." *wipes something off the counter--revealing "CHINOMIYAKO"* "???"

???: hmm...

Kyoka: "??? 'Chi No Miyako'? 'Blood City'?"

Ranpo: "..." ._____. "Oh."

Lucy: *smirks* "Now who's the idiot?"

Ranpo: >3< "I can't be expected to catch every bit of writing!"

???: alright, start checking around. there should be a passageway.

Lucy: *looks under the bar at the food court*

atsushi: wait, just who are you?

???: call me doctor belmont.

Ranpo: "..."

Lucy: *opens her mouth--then shuts it* "Too easy."

kenji: *slips the VR headset off* what i miss?

Kyoka: "They were all vampires."

Asher: *yawns* =_= "Too loud..."

kenji: oh.

Ranpo: "So, Doctor, you hunt vampires?" *checking behind cabinets*

belmont: sometimes. i'm more of a hunter for hire. a mercenary if you will.

Ranpo: "We've seen a few of those. We're the Armed Detective Agency of Death City."

belmont: ah, so i've figured, given the samurai ghost and were-tiger.

atsushi: ^^;

Demon Snow: *stare*

Ranpo: "Our reputation precedes us..." *pushes one more cabinet*

kenji: *opens a door that reads 'employee's only*

*stairs lead downward, with candles dotting the sides of the stairway*

belmont: huh, hidden in plain sight.

atsushi: the candles seem a bit cliche.

Asher: "Personally, I was hoping for a TRON reference."

Ranpo: "Well, after you, Doc."

-elsewhere-

Jordan: "I'll take the burger!"

Daisy: "Bloody mary."

louisa: a latte please.

Zuno: "Is the breakfast menu done?"

Assi: "Thanks for treating us, sir!"

Fitzgerald: "...I'm not paying for this."

louisa: ._.

Daisy: "Sir..."

Fitzgerald: "..." *sighs* "I'll pay for nachos--but that's it."

mary: *feeding toby under the table*

Toby: =w= *nom*

Waiter: ._.; <Is that fox a service animal?>

louisa: ...<yes?>

Waiter: <Okay...> ^^; <Not from around here?>

-elsewhere-

Iida: *jogging...then stops* "..." *turns quickly*

*no one is there*

Iida: "..."

mashirao: oh, iida, whats up?

Iida: "?! Oh...You startled me...I thought someone was nearby..."

mashirao: sorry. ^^;

Iida: *smiles* "Not at all. How is your day going?"

mashirao: just getting some groceries.

Iida: "Ah--hope it went well. And that you're dining well ahead of our training camp!"

???: BOO!

Iida: "!!!!" *leaps up*

hagakure: gotcha~

Iida: "Wh-What?! Hagakure?"

hagakure: hiya~ just me.

Iida: "I see your skill at staying hidden is only improving..."

hagakure: ^^

Iida: "Were you also out with Ojiro?"

hagakure: yep!

Iida: "..." *smiles* "Very good..." *looks behind them* "..."

hagakure:...what's up?

Iida: "Sorry...I keep having the sense someone is following me...And doing a poor job of it."

*some muttering is heard...*

hagakure: *looks*

Izuku: *hiding behind a corner* O_O;

hagakure: hey izuku!

Iida: -_-;

Izuku: ^^; "Hi...How is everyone?"

-elsewhere-

aya: booooored.

Kunikida: "I know a fun activity..."

aya: *looks up*

Kunikida: *drops a stack of papers in front of her* "Alphabetize and file." *goes back to typing*

Fukuzawa: *walking by*

aya: hey mr fukuzawa?

Fukuzawa: "Hmm?"

aya: do they have secretary uniforms in a size small?

Fukuzawa: "Yes--we try to keep them for all potential employees of all body types."

aya: do they come in like, kid sizes?

Fukuzawa: "Likely...I assume you want one?"

aya: well if im being expected to do paperwork, may as well fit in, eh? if i cant be on field, then im gonna make some stinkin' income.

Kunikida: "?! Now wait a second--"

Fukuzawa: "Naomi, could you show our newest secretary to her uniform?"

naomi: um....sure. ^^;

Kunikida: "B-But, sir--"

Fukuzawa: "??? Is it not one of our policies that our employees adhere to a dress code? A rule you wrote?"

Kunikida: "..." *sighs* "Yes, sir..."

aya: 737;

Tanizaki: ^^; ("Small miracles...Glad I'm not wearing one of those...again.") >_>;

-elsewhere-

Mori: "Please, Elise! Just try it on just once!"

elise: would you give it a rest already? -3- miura, how about you do it?

miura: i'll have to have a shrinking protocol installed first.

Mori: ._.; "You...You can do that?"

miura: not right now. i'll consider bringing it up with kajii at my next tuning-up.

Mori: "...Call him. Immediately. Now."

miura: *chop*

Mori: >3<

miura: behave yourself. your reputation is bad enough as it is.

Mori: "I was pardoned..."

miura: i meant amongst members of the mafia.

Mori: "...That reminds me. I want to have increased security."

miura: ..very well...

Mori: "Good. And I will be reviewing each member of security thoroughly..."

-elsewhere-

Akutagawa: =~= "This attire is...not my usual."

naoya: better than nothing, right?

Akutagawa: *grumbles* "Some of us lack a wide range of stylistic options..."

naoya: aw c'mon, the rock look is totally slick on you! ^^

Akutagawa: *sighs, looking at his shirt*

-seems to be a grey shirt with a black leather jacket and pants-

Akutagawa: "..." *knocks one of his boots against the wall* "...At least these look durable..."

-elsewhere-

Chuuya: "Want to help me fold laundry?"

miyuri: ok!

sonia: *nods*

Chuuya: "Okay. Miyuri, you can start with towels--fold them twice."

miyuri: ^^

Chuuya: "And Sonia, you can fold shirts..."

sonia: right.

Chuuya: *pulls out the laundry storage bins* "And I'll put some socks together..."

-elsewhere-

Lucy: =_= "Is this going to be a trend that our missions take us into dark underground locations against superpowered people?"

atsushi: at this point, im willing to put it on good authority.

Lucy: "...How is the bite healing?"

atsushi: getting better.

Lucy: "..." *holds his hand*

Ranpo: *whispers* "So, Doc, how do you take out vampires?"

belmont: your best bet is to aim for the heart or head. usually a wood stake or bullet infused with holy water does the trick on the weaker ones.

Kyoka: "Good for anyone with such materials..." *holds up a broken billiard stick*

Kyoka: "..." *rests a hand on Sylvia's shoulder*

belmont: sunlight also is shown to have an adverse effect on most vampires, depending on how strong they are, it's either an instant death or a slow and painful one.

Ranpo: "Hmm...We're a bit too low underground for that..."

belmont: then i suggest taking one of these. *hands him a spare pistol* hope you have good aim.

Ranpo: "..." *holds it*

Lucy: "If this gets too rough, I'm pulling us to Anne's room..."

kenji: *humming*

*some creaks...*

sylvia: EEK! >~<

Ranpo: "Just creaky steps--nothing to worry about--" *shines the candle, revealing multiple coffins littered throughout the cavernous room*

atsushi: ._.;;;

Lucy: O_O;

Kyoka: "..."

Ranpo: "...Yeah, I don't think we have enough for all of these, so let's quietly leave..."

-something lunges at them-

Lucy: "EEEK!"

Ranpo: "?!" *ducking, trying to get away*

Kyoka: "Don't get separated." *stabbing with the billiard stick*

kenji: huh?

*A vampire lunges at Kenji...They look emaciated...*

kenji: hello! ^^

Vampire: *SHRIEKS, grabbing Kenji by the arm, swinging him towards the wall--*

kenji: woah!

Vampire: *slams Kenji into the wall*

kenji: GRK-

atsushi: *swings tiger arm*

Vampire: *tries to dodge--but gets knocked down the stairs*

*the Vampire hits a coffin, knocking out...3 tinier vampires*

atsushi: any plans?

Kyoka: "Stab the heart."

Asher: =_= *still in the back* "Um..."

atsushi: *PUNCH*

Tiny Vampire 1: *punched through the heart*

-elsewhere-

Twice: "I keep digging, and nothing's happening!"

Muscular: "Because you keep shoveling into my hole!"

Twice: "Okay, I'll dig up, then!"

banshee: *checking the map*

Dabi: "Think about what you need down here to put this much dirt over it..." *wipes his brow*

-thunk-

Dabi: "??? Who went 'thunk'?"

himiko: i found something!

Dabi: "??? Is it a case?" *climbs up out of his tunnel*

himiko: looks like it!

Dabi: "Okay. Kirby hid that thing here because it was developed for construction--until it overpowered and knocked down Orion into a ghost town. So whatever you do, don't put it on, and don't use it--"

himiko: *wearing it and punches a rock, which sends her back flying* WAH!

Dabi: "?!" =_=

Twice: "Wow...She went 30 feet! NO, MORE LIKE 10 YARDS!"

banshee: are you alright?

himiko: @w@ awawawawa

Muscular: "Tiny glove, though..." *flexes his fist* "Still...I'd live to test out against it..." *sadistic grin*

-elsewhere-

Tanizaki: "--then put the reimbursement forms in the 'Reimbursement' box for the President's review..." *files some forms into the box*

aya: hmm...

Tanizaki: "It's not the most interesting work, but after the kind of things we've faced, it's nice to do something that is a little less fatal...Oh, that reminds me..." *fills out a form* "You have to fill out a form every time you are treated by Dr. Yosano."

aya: really?

Tanizaki: "Really, so that the reports, um...align with what Dr. Yosano reports happened...And to keep an eye on any weird side-effects..." >_>;

aya: ._.;

-elsewhere-

Lord Wilmore: <Don't fall behind, Andrea...>

andrea: *grunt*

???: <Lord Wilmore, wait!> *huffing and puffing is heard*

Lord Wilmore: "..." *small smile* <At least one good thing is going well...> *turns, smiles widely* <Monsieur Danglars! Good day!>

Danglars: *pushes Andrea out of the way*

*some bystanders look at Danglars, whispering about him...*

andrea: <ah!>

Lord Wilmore: <?!> *frowns* <Sir, I ask you not to push my child out of the way-->

Danglars: *grabs Lord Wilmore by his coat* <Don't tell me what to do to your brat, you bastard! I'm losing a fortune because of you!> *shakes him*

Lord Wilmore: *his eyes go dark* <Unhand me this instant, you ignorant swine!> *grabs his wrists, squeezing*

Danglars: <AH!> *screams, his wrists getting crushed*

eugenie: <papa!>

Lord Wilmore: *stops...lets go, letting Danglars fall onto him, as he supports him* *smiles* <Get ahold of yourself, old man...Now...> *pretends to hold him close in friendship--but is squeezing his shoulder rather hard* <What are you and your delightful family doing this fine day...?> *looks to Mrs. Danglars*

Danglars: Q~Q *squeaks*

hermine: <we were....getting crepes.>

eugenie: <hi andrea!>

andrea: *holding onto 'her' head*

Lord Wilmore: *smiles at Hermine* <I'm afraid Andrea had a nasty stumble--could you keep an eye on her while your husband and I chat about our continuing business?>

hermine: <r-right....come along girls...>

andrea:......

Danglars: *whispers* <That really hurt! Are you trying to kill me physically too now?!>

Lord Wilmore: <??? What's wrong?>

Danglars: <I've taken a beating in my stocks! Fallacious articles lying about my ships! Investors pulling out! But you--you're not suffering like me, you rich, sniveling little shit! Why are you ahead? Why are you always-->

{Dumas: *looking at his compass* <See? If we follow this path, we'll be home before we know it, sir!>}

{leclare: <excellent, alex. i can always count on you.> *smiles*>}

{Danglars: <B-But sir! I had that same idea yesterday--and you told me it was ridiculous!>}

{leclare: <you didnt account for a change in weather.>}

{Danglars: <WHO CAN PREDICT THE WEATHER?!>}

{Dumas: <Hey, it's alright--some of us aren't meant to be meteorologists...>}

{Danglars: <WHAT DO SPACEMEN HAVE TO DO WITH THIS?!>}

{Dumas: "... ..." <Wow. That's just sad...> *turns back to Leclare* <Sir, I think that bottle of Amontillado should've chilled by now--ready to taste it?>}

{leclare: <why yes, morrel, keep an eye on things up here.>}

{morrel: <yes sir.>}

{Danglars: *STARING DAGGERS AS DUMAS AND LECLARE WALK AWAY* <That stupid, stupid, ugly piece of putrid shit! Always getting every pretty face at every port! Getting all the praise for my hard work! He can't even tell right from left--is he stupid or something?!>}

Danglars: *has gotten pale* O_O

Lord Wilmore: "..." *blinks* <My good sir...You look like you've seen a ghost...>

Danglars: ("...No...No way...Just a trick of my mind...") *forced smile* <N-No...I just...came here to ask for some advancement on my investment in your company...A few thousand dollars...>

Lord Wilmore: "???"

Danglars: <DO I LOOK LIKE A MAN WHO IS IMPEDED BY LAWS?!>

Lord Wilmore: "..." *smiles* <Do tell...>

Danglars: <Hmph! I once made sure a man was sent to prison--so I could be the new golden child at our old shipping company! And I did it all with the man who wanted to fuck his fiancee!>

Lord Wilmore: *forced smile* "..." ("HE'S SERIOUSLY ADMITTING TO CRIMES IN PUBLIC--AND HE BRINGS UP MERCEDES NOW?! I'M GOING TO RIP HIS THROAT OUT--")

Bystanders: *walking by...*

Lord Wilmore: "..." *calms himself* *smiles, walking him back to Hermine and the children* <Of course...Now, I admire a man who is willing to do _anything_...but I will not break the law on this. Instead, I'll give you a loan--at a low interest rate, my friend...>

Danglars: *tears of joy* TwT

eugenie: <papa? are you ok?>

Danglars: *picks up Eugenie, tossing her into the air with glee* <We're saved!>

eugenie: *laughs* ^u^

hermine: ....

Lord Wilmore: *writes out the check* <Here you are, sir-->

Danglars: *hands Eugenie back to Hermine, snatches the check--* <Thank you, my lord!> *bows--then gives a wet kiss to Hermine's cheek* <I'll be home later!> *skips away with glee--almost running into Andrea again*

hermine: <ah->

Lord Wilmore: ^^; <He is rather spirited, isn't he?>

hermine: <....i suppose...>

Lord Wilmore: <...> *holds out an envelope with her name on it*

hermine: ??

Lord Wilmore: <Mrs. Danglars...Get out.>

hermine: ?!

Lord Wilmore: <Think. You know he is in trouble, right?>

hermine:....

Lord Wilmore: <These tickets are for you and Eugenie. They'll take you wherever you want to go. But please...don't get hurt in all of this. You can't afford to be collateral damage when he screws up.>

hermine: .......

-elsewhere-

peppino: *looks around*

*someone walks by...seems to be the person she seeks...*

peppino: <hello~>

Beauchamp: "???" *turns* <...Hi?>

peppino: *hands him something* ^w^

Beauchamp: <?!! Hey, I already got in a lot of trouble-->

peppino: <it's just a little audio recording i kept~ and you're probably scared about going to prison again, so maybe you could help me put someone else behind bars? that way, mr vampa and i can leave without problems.> ^^

Beauchamp: <...Okay...Who's Vampa?>

peppino: <...someone important.>

Beauchamp: <'Kay, nothing cryptic there...And if I throw this away?>

peppino: <at least give it a listen first.>

Beauchamp: <...If this audio recording blows up on me, I'm going to be very cross.>

peppino: =3= <it woooont.>

Beauchamp: <...Very well. And after I listen to it, how do I contact you if you _leave_?>

peppino: <you wont have to worry about me after you hear it...>

Beauchamp: O_O; <Oh, God, this is some suicide cult or 'The Ring,' isn't it?>

peppino: *chop* <you're too paranoid!>

Beauchamp: T~T <Okay, okay, fine--I'll look into it...>

-elsewhere-

Yohei: *sets up a mini basketball hoop* "Okay, kids..." *hands a tiny basketball*

toru: ba!

Yohei: "Yep--ball. Care to drop it into the basket?"

toru: ...*drops it*

Yohei: "Good work, big man!" *holds up his hand at Toru's level for a high-five*

toru: ^o^

Yohei: "Hee hee..." *bounces the ball*

-elsewhere-

Vampire: "STOP! MAKE IT STOP!"

atsushi: *WHACK*

Vampire 2: "AAH! MY FACE!"

Vampire 3: *trying to sneak away...*

kenji: *TOSS*

Vampire 3: "GAK!"

Kyoka: *picks up the head of one vampire* "I think this one is ready to talk..."

Vampire Head: Q____Q;

sylvia: *faints*

Lucy: *catches Sylvia*

Asher: *still clubbing a vampire...glances* "...Is that a head? Neat."

Vampire Head: T~T "Just kill me...What do you want?!"

belmont: first off, are you working for anyone?

Vampire Head: "I'm now missing the neck down--do I look like I'm doing this on my own?! Of course I work for someone!"

belmont: who is it?

Vampire Head: "...The Progenitors."

atsushi: progenitors?

Vampire Head: "Really powerful vampires who sire powerful vampires, and so on..."

belmont: why would they have business in death city?

Vampire Head: "..." *small laugh* "You know, for the 'City of Second Chances,' a lot of people sure go missing here, don't they?"

belmont:....

Ranpo: "And when they go missing, you all feed off them..."

atsushi:....

Lucy: "Who knows how many 'missing people reports' may lead right here..."

-elsewhere-

Kimizuki: *cooking lunch* "...Quiet around here..."

mitsuba: maybe everyone's out on missions?

Kimizuki: "...Likely...I think it would be worth asking..."

mitsuba: *looks out into the hall*

*looks like some equipment has been tossed into the hallway*

mitsuba: ugh, so sloppy. *picking it up*

Kimizuki: *not even looking back* "I wouldn't do that--she's busy tinkering again..."

mitsuba: ??

*a giant console is tossed out of the garage, almost hitting Mitsuba's foot*

mitsuba: *jumps back* HEY!

Tinker: *pops her head out, still wearing her mask* "Hmm? Oh, sorry! Could you scoot back a bit...?"

mitsuba: ._.

-elsewhere-

rowena:...edgar? are you sure you're alright?

Poe: =_=# "I'm fine..." *sips long on tea...*

rowena:....is this about mr mikuni?

Poe: >_<# "Who? You mean that lanky cowboy...?"

rowena: why does he upset you so much?

Poe: "I just think someone who is that lackadaisical requires extra vigilance, especially when fooling around with the occult..."

rowena: perhaps, but i think he does mean well. he did help save me from that man...

Poe: =^= "Just be careful around him--such men can be troublesome."

rowena: ^^; *hug* you worry a lot, you know?

Poe: "..." T~T "I don't want you hurt..."

-elsewhere-

Johannes: "Did I get them all?" *he's bandaging his bruises*

metsu: i believe so.

Jeje: "Was it really okay to let non-vampires and non-Eves to pursue those kind?"

Mikuni: *twirling a keychain on his finger* "Why not? Consider it a trial run..."

metsu:...you realize if they die, their blood is on your hands.

Mikuni: *smirks* "Do you honestly think I'd send sheep to the slaughter without considering whether a shepherd joined them? Or a dog to keep them on their path?"

metsu: ....

Mikuni: "Until then, we keep up our work--starting with inventorying the remaining goods--" *spots the dolls for sale* "...And returning the heads to the missing ones."

Johannes: *innocent whistling*

-elsewhere-

Cervantes: <?! What happened to you two?!> *looks at Dumas* <Why are you...smiling?>

benedetto:...*shrugs*

Dumas: *deep inhale*

-elsewhere-

Daisy: =_= "We're lost, and only one of us knows the language..."

mary: *looking around*

Jordan: *looks at a sign* " 'Circus Maximus'...Sounds fun!"

louisa: *checking the travel guide*

Fitzgerald: *holding his own umbrella* "It's where chariot races were held, before you start thinking of elephants and clowns..."

Jordan: "I-I wasn't..." >_>;;;

mary: ooooh.

Fitzgerald: "There's always the Coliseum for fights to the death and lions eating prisoners..." *sighs* "The olden times..." *looks wistfully*

louisa:...... riiiiight.... >->;;

Assi: "Well, there are fountains, the thermal baths, the Sistine Chapel..."

mary: *snapping pics*

Daisy: "Sending those to Bram?"

mary: yep!

Jordan: "Too bad he couldn't come along..."

-elsewhere-

atsushi: *outside, nervous*

Lucy: "...Hey."

atsushi: hey...

Lucy: "How are you holding up?" *puts a hand on his shoulder*

atsushi:...ok i guess. a bit shaken though…

Lucy: "Y-Yeah...If you didn't have your regeneration..." *shivers*

atsushi:...*hugs*

Lucy: *holds onto him, trying to steady herself* "That was goshdarn intense!"

kenji: yeah, let's get some food. we need to regain our energy.

Asher: =_= ("...Cassidy is going to kill me for this...")

Kyoka: "Good. Ranpo, how many quarters do you have left?"

Ranpo: >3< *holds them to himself*

belmont: *hands atsushi a card; a business card* just something to keep in touch.

Lucy: "???"

-elsewhere-

banshee: *calling on her phone*

Kurogiri: *answering* "Hello."

banshee: we found it.

Kurogiri: "Excellent. Ready for your return?"

banshee: yes.

*Warp Gates open up*

banshee: let's go.

Dabi: "Don't fire it, ever again."

Twice: "Do a dive into it, Muscular--it's fun! WHEE!" *dives in--and slams into a bar stool* "...Ow."

himiko: ^^;

Kurogiri: "Welcome back. How did the first mission for our newest recruit go?"

Muscular: "..." *crosses his arms, grunts*

banshee: it was successful, and we did find this. *hands him the gauntlet*

Kurogiri: "So, this was what was hidden in Orion. How powerful is it?"

himiko: very!

Dabi: =_=; "Reinforce it."

Kurogiri: "I already have storage ready..." *warps it* "But someone needs to deal with our prisoner."

-elsewhere-

Amaimon: "??? Teacher-Niece? Looks like someone is here for you."

stocking: hm?

Kid: *waves*

stocking: kid! *hugs* what a surprise!

students: awww!

girl: get a room!

Kid: ^^; "Hi! I thought I would stop by. I'm not interrupting, am I?"

stocking: we were just about to start class, actually.

Kid: "Then I won't interrupt--see you after?"

stocking: meet up for dinner?

Kid: *nods* "It's a date."

stocking: see you then~ *blows a kiss*

Kid: *blushes, waves*

stocking: ^///^ *ahem* alright, now where were we...

sonia: *stares out into the backyard*

Chuuya: *hammering*

sonia:...papa?

Chuuya: "Hmm? Yes, Sonia?"

sonia: can we put hydrangeas in the garden?

Chuuya: "Hmm...I don't see why not."

sonia: thanks. i think mommy liked them.

Chuuya: "..." *sighs* "Yes. She did. Aunt Ichiyo had said she mentioned them..."

sonia:...im a bit nervous for tomorrow.

Chuuya: *nods* "I know. It can be anxious...The important thing is to face that fear. After all, no one at your school is more important than anyone else."

sonia:...*nod*

Chuuya: "Would you feel better if I spoke to your teacher about anything?"

sonia:...i dont know.

Chuuya: "...Maybe you could show Miyuri some of your drawings? The hallway had really nice ones."

sonia: i'd like that.

Chuuya: *smiles* "You're a good sister."

-elsewhere-

Danglars: *counting his money* "Hee hee..."

hermine:...*sneaking downstairs*

Danglars: *not noticing, giggling like a madman*

hermine:....*steps outside to the car, packing luggage*

Lucian: *whispering* <How much more?>

hermine: <this should be the last of it...im scared, lucian. where do we go from here?>

Lucian: "..." *sighs, holds her hands* <Take the ticket--and get somewhere. Are there any relatives or friends you could visit?>

hermine: ...

Lucian: *nods* <...I know someone.>

hermine: ??

Lucian: *hands her a business card* <If you give my name, I know he will keep you safe. He is very good.>

hermine: ....<thank you, so much. you're a really good person.>

Lucian: *shakes his head* <No, I'm not. I just can't stand to see this happening to you two...> *looks at Eugenie, smiles* <You'll be a good girl until we see each other again?>

eugenie: *she nods* *hugs* <i'll miss you, uncle lucy>

Lucian: T~T *hug* <So will I...>

-elsewhere-

dulcenia: *examining case files*

Beauchamp: *throws open the door, panting*

dulcenia: ?! <what the->

Beauchamp: *exhales, pants* <Jeez, that was a long run...I-I am here with evidence that is going to shock you!>

dulcenia: <what the blazes are you talking about?>

Beauchamp: <Arson!>

dulcenia: ?!

Beauchamp: <Multiple fires! The criminals are on this tape planning it!>

dulcenia: ??

Beauchamp: *presses play on his phone*

Person 1: <--and now that their check cleared, you know what to do.>

dulcenia: *listening*

Person 2: <Hang on--I'm still confused. When someone 'burns for the insurance money,' since when does the _insurance company_ collect?>

Person 1:

dulcenia: !!! *in spanish* <son of a bitch..>

Beuchamp: <You recognize that voice? Can you check it?>

dulcenia: <provided this isnt some hoax. but yes, we'll take it to Ali to scan it.>

Beauchamp: *nods*

-elsewhere-

Kunikida: "Where are they..."

-text message from ranpo-

Kunikida: *reads*

ranpo: [getting food @Ihop. pancakes r hella, will report l8er]

Kunikida: ._. "..." -_-; [we were worried]

ranpo: [had a lil trouble, but we cool]

Kunikida: [very well. submit your report upon your return]

-elsewhere-

???: *holding up a photo of 'Andrea'* <Found him. And the weirdos who took him.>

-inside-

marquis: <ok, so danglars is mostly taken care of, now we have to deal with mondego, right?>

Dumas: *sets his disguises onto mannequins...* <Yes...That's going to take more work...> *picks up a knife, checking its sharpness*

Cervantes: ^w^;

benedetto: ??

Dumas: <Who?>

Cervantes: <That angelic police officer! I spoke with her-->

Dumas: <?!!!! WHAT.>

marquis: <what all did you tell her?>

Cervantes: <How we should share a Three Musketeers bar-->

-something is thrown into the window-

Dumas: <?!>

Cervantes: O_O;;;

marquis: !!! *grabs onto benedetto*

Dumas: <Shit!> *smashes the lamp next to him--*

-from outside-

*BOOM*

???: <...> *smiles*

marquis: *lands in the bushes with benedetto* <are you alright?!>

benedetto: !!!!

???: <See? I knew you could survive that, kiddo.>

marquis: ?? <who-?>

???: *pushes Marquis away, grabs Benedetto by the arm* <Don't you have anything to say to me?>

benedetto: <ow! that hurts, uncle bert!>

Bertuccio: <Not as much as this will hurt you...> *pulls back his hand--*

marquis: *tackles bertuccio*

Bertuccio: <?!> *lets go of Benedetto* <Get off me, you bitch!>

marquis: <leave him alone! he doesnt deserve to be abused like that! no one does!>

Bertuccio: <That kid is mine! I made him who he is--a thief who can escape anything, steal from anyone--and has no time for flighty, ugly, weak-ass losers like you!> *swings his fist at Marquis*

marquis: AH! <how could you be so cruel to your own family?!>

Bertuccio: <Ha! Buddy, if you saw that boy's family, I did him a favor!> *kicks at Marquis*

marquis: ??

benedetto: <what do you mean?>

Bertuccio: <...Oh, so now I'm supposed to tell the runaway his origin story? How I found some infant in some treasure box--and the 'treasure' was this little urchin?!>

benedetto: ?!?!

Bertuccio: <So, Bene, which did you want: buried alive to die, or fight to live?>

marquis: ?!?!?!

Bertuccio:

marquis: <what man?>

Bertuccio: <That judge I always see putting thieves like me behind bars--Villefort.>

marquis: !!!!!!!!

Bertuccio:

benedetto: .....<what?>

Bertuccio: <??? 'What' what? He tried to bury you alive! Your dad didn't want you except dead! Who knows what mom wanted, burying you in some garden-->

marquis: *PUNCHES BERTUCCIO IN THE STOMACH*

Bertuccio: Q_____Q *collapses*

marquis: *glares at him*

*a groan is heard behind Marquis*

marquis: !! *looks*

Cervantes: *crawling out from wreckage--as Dumas holds up the debris*

Dumas: <Hurry...>

marquis: <are you two alright?!>

Cervantes:

Dumas:

marquis:.....<this man. have him arrested....>

Dumas: *tosses the debris* <...How are we supposed to do that?! And for what-->

Cervantes: <Hello? Police?> *on his phone* <Put on the angelic officer, please~>

benedetto:........*too stunned to say anything*

Dumas: *grunts, looks at Benedetto* <...You okay?>

marquis:....

Dumas: <... ... ...> *falls back* <You got to be kidding me.>

-elsewhere-

Asher: *unlocks the door to their apartment*

cassidy: there you are! do you have any idea how worried sick i was?!

Asher: "I know. I'm sorry. Something happened."

cassidy: *sighs* im just...i worry about you.

Asher: "..." *nods* "...This city is scary."

-elsewhere-

Kid: *pulls out a chair for Stocking*

stocking: *takes a seat*

Kid: *sits across from her* "I'm happy you're here."

stocking: *smiles* im happy you're here too.

Kid: ^\\\^ "Shall we order?" *opens his menu*

stocking: *nods*

-elsewhere-

yuu uraraka: *posing*

Mr. Uraraka: "Ballerina!"

ochako: flamingo!

Mrs. Uraraka: "A crane!"

Mr. Uraraka: "A Haijima Telescopic Crane 4200 with Hydraulic Extending/Retractable Boom!"

yuu uraraka: that's correct.

Mr. Uraraka: "Yes!"

-elsewhere-

Relan: "Hey." *nudge*

tamaki: ??

Relan: "I think it's my turn to keep watch by the phone..."

tamaki: ah.

Relan: "Going to bed or nap at least?" *sits by the phone, picks up a book*

tamaki: probably.

Relan: "Well, have a good night. I'll hit the alarm if there's anything..." *next to the phone is a camel-shaped alarm with the hump as a button*

-elsewhere-

Danglars: *yawns, walks into the dining room* <Good morning, wife, daughter, Lucian...> *looks* "..." <Lucian? Where are they?>

lucian: <errands>

Danglars: <Huh. Splendid! Glad to see Heloise getting an early start--and with the kid out for the day, I can finally concentrate on important things...> *pulls out his phone, starts scrolling through social media* <...Ha! Funny cat picture.>

-elsewhere-

*Mono's phone gets a text alert*

mono: ??

*It's a pic of Assi and Zuno, posing in front of the Leaning Tower--Zuno is "pushing" it down, Assi is trying to push it back up*

mono:....*small smile*

Yohei: "OOOOOOOOOooo..."

mono: *YELPS*

Yohei: "Looks like Assi and Zuno are having fun..."

-elsewhere-

valentine: ............

-there is various muttering amongst the funeral attendees-

Max: *walks into the Church, looking around* "..."

valentine: *biting her lip, looking down at the ground*

Minister: *shaking the hand of one guest* <Thank you for coming. Thank you...>

Max: "..." *walks up to her* <Valentine...I'm so sorry.>

valentine: *she doesnt say anything* ......

Max: "..." <If you need anything, Grandmother and I are here...>

valentine:.......

-elsewhere-

Cervantes: ^w^ <Thanks for putting us up for the night yesterday...>

Dumas: -_- <This bed is too cramped--move over.>

Dumas: T~T <Thank goodness...Do you know how hard it is to find the right wig to play Wilmore?>

Cervantes: <...How's Bene holding up?>

Dumas: *sighs* <Well, she's dead. Villefort remarried after his first wife died...>

count: <but what about _before_ he remarried? think about it. did bertuccio ever tell _where_ the child was buried?>

Cervantes: <Marquis had said the jerk forbade Bene to go back to that 'garden.' Maybe Bene knows that location?>

Cervantes: ^w^ <Thanks! And let's look on the bright side: we got that jerk locked up...> =\\\w\\\=

-elsewhere-

stocking: *snuggled in bed*

Kid: *smooch*

stocking: i do not want to get out of bed today. im way too comfortable.

Kid: "Well, if I get of bed, I worry you'll get uncomfortable...or lonely." *cuddle*

stocking: *purrs*

Kid: *rubs her arm* =w= "Just 8 more minutes...Then I'll bring you breakfast in bed..."

-elsewhere-

Kazue: "..." *lowers a rope down the side of a building*

Saria: *looking up* "...What was wrong with them taking the stairs?"

lukas: beats me...

Kazue: *lands, pulls out a scroll* <Okay. Where are we heading?>

-elsewhere-

miyuri: *shiny eyes* WOOOOOOOOW!!!

Chuuya: "Now, don't walk too far--I think this may be 30 minutes?"

miyuri: okay!

sonia: *holding onto miyuri's hand*

*the hallway has some other students waiting for their parents*

Student: *glares at Sonia*

miyuri: *peeking into classrooms* WOOOW!

*the lights are off in other rooms, with desks lined up and whiteboards on the walls*

*looks like markers on the whiteboards, too*

miyuri: *GASP* what's that?

sonia: those are the whiteboards.

sonia: ^-^; that's the janitor's closet.

Student: *whispers to another one* "Who's that? Her stupid sister or something?"

sonia:.....*turns*

miyuri: *waves* hiiii! ^w^

Student: "?! ...Weirdo. You stupid or something?"

-PUNCH-

miyuri: hm?

sonia: *shaking, her hand balled up into a fist*

Student: *knocked down, holding his eye* "Ow! What the hell is wrong with you?! Freak!"

sonia: *glaring at him*

mother: arnie!! *hugs him* are you ok, sweetie?!

Arnie: *sniffs* "She hit me! She's a freak!"

mother: *glares at sonia* how dare you! what do you have to say for yourself, you little ingrate?!

sonia:.....

Arnie: "She should be expelled!"

miyuri: sonia? are you ok?

Chuuya: *steps out* "?! Sonia? What's wrong?"

teacher: what on earth is happening here?

mother: this little brat struck my baby!

Chuuya: *glares at the mother* "Sonia?"

sonia:...apologize...

Chuuya: "..." *looks at the boy--glaring*

sonia:...i dont care what happens to me...but i want you to apologize to my sister right now...

Chuuya: "..." *pats Sonia and Miyuri's shoulders*

mother: you expect an apology after you assaulted my child?! i should take you to court for this! *points to chuuya* _you_ need to control your children's wild behavior before they end up in prison!

Chuuya: *narrows his eyes* "I am sorry Sonia hit your child. Now it's his turn to apologize for what he did to her so she couldn't even come to class without fearing getting garbage thrown at her again."

mother: WHAT?! how dare you accuse my baby of such nonsense!

Chuuya: "Your 'baby' comes after my kids, they're going to stand up for themselves. That's how any parent should raise their child. So take your kid out of here now."

mother: how DARE you speak to me like that! do you have any idea who i am?!

Chuuya: "Should I?"

mother: i'll have you know my husband is head of sales at the death city mall!

teacher: and yet you take the subway to work.

mother: !!!

Chuuya: *smirks* "Important work. Maybe your husband should focus on parenting, too."

mother: *speechless*

Chuuya: "...Sonia, Miyuri, the meeting is about done. Ready to head out?"

miyuri: ok!

sonia:......

Chuuya: "..." *pats her shoulder*

-elsewhere-

Fernand: *yawns* *opens his front door--* "?!"

dulcenia: <mr mondego, do you have a moment?>

Fernand: "..." *smiles* <Of course...> *closes the door behind him, stands on front steps* <How may I help you?>

-there are a few officers there as well-

Fernand: <...> *gulps*

dulcenia: <we'd like to ask a few questions of you, if you dont mind.>

Fernand: <Go ahead...>

dulcenia: <we're investigating a recent fire at one of the shops you ensure, and we're trying to determine the cause.>

Fernand: <Ah, I see. It's indeed unfortunate--I've had my investigators checking as well...>

dulcenia: <from what the owner told me, you made them an offer that morning before the fire. how curious.>

Fernand: <Hmm...You think someone is targeting locations that I've insured.>

dulcenia: <it's likely. seems you've been getting quite a lot of money from it, so that should be a bright side, right?>

Fernand: "..." *sighs* <It is a tragedy for my clients. However, also consider the costs for me: the money I receive goes into re-building these businesses, finding what happened and who is responsible...if someone is indeed responsible. After all, I have to make sure my clients weren't faking this so they could collect their share of the insurance money.>

dulcenia: <and how long do you suppose the investigation will take?>

Fernand: <These kinds of things are complicated. Could take a month, even a year.>

dulcenia: *whistles*

Fernand: "..." *narrows his eyes* <With police cooperation, yes...I think this could go more quickly...>

dulcenia: *plays the recording*

Fernand: <?!>

dulcenia: *smirks* <your expression says enough. cuff him.>

Fernand: "..." *narrows his eyes, holds out his wrists*

mercedes: <fernand? what's going on?>

Fernand: <?! Mercedes, I left numbers by the phone--call Robert!>

mercedes: ???

Fernand: <He's a lawyer--get him to the police station-->

Police Officer: <Come along.>

mercedes: <officer toboso?>

Fernand: <!!!>

dulcenia: *nods* <seems your husband here is suspected of fraud and arson conspiracy>

mercedes: !!!! <fernand? is that true?>

Fernand: <Call my lawyer!>

-elsewhere-

Chuuya: "Okay, girls--which flavors?"

miyuri: *face pressed against the glass case* oooooooooooooooooh! *shiny eyes*

sonia:....just vanilla....

Chuuya: "Okay, vanilla for Sonia. Miyuri, how about...You know what, Miyuri, just stick to one flavor for now--don't want to over-stimulate your taste buds..."

miyuri: *looking at them all* miyuri doesnt know which one to have first!

Chuuya: "Chocolate may not be bad."

miyuri: ooh! that one!

Chuuya: "Any toppings? Maybe sprinkles?"

miyuri: can we?

Chuuya: "Sure!"

-elsewhere-

*pallbearers carry the two coffins...*

valentine: ......

Villefort: *stone faced*

Heloise: *struggling to appear morose*

edouard: ...

*the pallbearers bring the coffins to the plots dug up...they are next to the grave of Valentine's mother*

Max: *watching Heloise's face* "..."

valentine: *shaking*

*the coffins are lowered...*

Minister: <Please take a handful of our Lord's earth, so that our friends may be returned to that Earth, until such time that we see them again in the next world...>

-elsewhere-

Asher: "Yo." *waves*

izumi: hey!

Asher: "What're you doing out?"

izumi: just taking a walk.

Asher: "Hmmm..." *walks with her* "Relaxing weekend?"

izumi: yeah.

Asher: *nods...rubs their arm*

izumi: ?? you ok?

Asher: "Yeah--just in pain from a beatdown--er, at the arcade, on a machine...Frogger." >_>;

izumi: ...

Asher: *awkward cough* "So, just recuperating...Making sure not to over-do it..."

izumi:...want to hang out?

Asher: "Hmm? Yeah, sure. Anywhere you heading?"

izumi: hmm, how about the park?

Asher: *nods* "Okay." *walks with her* "Hope it's not super-crowded..."

-elsewhere-

Akutagawa: "Okay, so 2 of them?"

gin: *nods*

Akutagawa: *holds up fingers to the crepe maker* "Two, please." *looks at Gin* "New sundress?"

gin: yeah.

Akutagawa: "It looks good."

-elsewhere-

Lucy: "Cute uniform, Aya."

aya: =3= thank you.

Kunikida: "Take seriously the responsibilities represented by that uniform."

aya: yes sir.

Lucy: "Yeah...I notice the boys here don't exactly have some uniform...Never had any non-female secretaries?"

kirako: a few, yes.

Lucy: "Huh...Do they all have to dress like Kunikida?"

Kunikida: -_-#

-elsewhere-

Kid: *reading*

stocking: *still snuggled up to him* =w=

Kid: =\\\\= *smooch*

-elsewhere-

Francesca: *holding papers to herself as she walks* "..."

valentine:.... !!!!

Francesca: *frowning, her lip quivering*

valentine: *runs over* <francesca!>

Francesca: *holds up her hands, stepping back, shaking her head*

valentine: <francesca, what's wrong? why havent you answered my calls?!>

Francesca: <...You knew about that bastard? Your fucking grandfather?>

valentine: !!??

Francesca: *shoves papers at Valentine* <Noirtier Villefort--member of Mimic--the man who killed countless soldiers, including my dad! Did you know this?!>

valentine: *too stunned to speak*

Francesca: <...You have to be kidding me...You knew your dad and his dad were involved in Mimic?! What the fuck, Val?!!>

valentine:

Francesca: "..." <How can I believe this? My dad is dead. Your grandfather just laughed at me-->

valentine:

Francesca: "..." *inhales, holds her forehead* <...Old man named Colby? Your dad has kept him hidden for about 6 years since your dad sentenced some guy to a slow death in prison. None of this rings a bell?>

valentine: ........

Francesca: "..." <Oh God...> *falls to her knees*

valentine: <francesca-> *reaches out to her*

Francesca: *shaking all over* <Don't! I can't!> *sobbing*

valentine: ah-....*hug*

Francesca: *shaking, struggling against the hug, but sobbing*

valentine: <it's going to be ok... we can get through this...>

Francesca: <I'm sorry...> *hug* <I'm so sorry...>

-elsewhere-

Chuuya: *opens the door* "Careful not to spill..."

miyuri: ok!

sonia:....*walking upstairs to her room*

Chuuya: "...Sonia? Could we talk?"

sonia:.....

Chuuya: "That was the boy who attacked you that day after school, huh?"

sonia:......*gets under the covers of her bed*

Chuuya: "Sonia, please...I really want to talk about this."

sonia:....yeah...one of them...

Chuuya: *sighs* "I'm so sorry...More than one? I tried asking your teacher about them..."

sonia:...they say im trying to make them look bad by getting answers right...but im not trying to do that. im just doing what im told to do...

Chuuya: *nods* "You're doing the right thing--it's not your fault that your classmates are being asses."

sonia: *sniff* i-im not trying to be better than anyone at all, but they think i am. *shaking* i never asked to be like this...

Chuuya: *hug* "I know...None of us ask to be how we are..."

sonia: *whimpering* i-im going to be an outcast forever, arent i?

Chuuya: "Sweetie, no...No. It takes time to find the people in your life you want to be with."

sonia: w-why couldnt i have been normal? *sobbing*

Chuuya: *strokes her back, holding her*

sonia: *crying into his chest*

Chuuya: "I'm so sorry, Sonia...But this is not your fault. You are you--and you are a beautiful, smart, imaginative, hardworking person who deserves so much..."

sonia: *hic*

Chuuya: *rubs her back* "Sonia...I'm so proud of you, especially for protecting Miyuri."

sonia:...*sniff* im sorry for getting her involved in this...

Chuuya: "I know you are...But there's no way to avoid getting involved in every problem--it's why we have to get stronger to face anything...and that means standing up for yourself and others."

sonia: ....

Chuuya: "...Sonia, are you not happy in your class?"

sonia:....can i be homeschooled for a while?

Chuuya: "If you want, sure. But I think you should consider that offer your teacher had...about you skipping some grades.'

sonia:......

Chuuya: "Just think about it...I'll call Kajii in the morning."

sonia:...*sniff*

Chuuya: *pats her back* "Thank you for standing up for Miyuri."

sonia:....*nod*

Chuuya: "Want to rest a bit?"

sonia:........*nod*

Chuuya: "Okay. Sleep for a bit...Want anything? Water?" *hands her tissues*

-elsewhere-

Max: *walking home* "..." ("What is up with her stepmom...She was weird the entire time...")

???: <maxi!>

Max: "???" *turns* <Oh!> *waves*

-max's sister, julie, and her husband, are there-

Emmanuel: <Hey, Max.>

Max: "..." *nods* <H-Hey...>

julie: ?? <you ok?>

Max: <I-I just came from the funeral...>

julie: <oh...>

Max: *nods* <...Val's not doing well...Not talking...>

julie: <is there something we can do to help?>

Max: <I'm not sure...She needs time to heal, and, ugh, I'm already pressed for time...>

julie: <well we wont keep you long.>

Max: <S-Sorry, I didn't mean it like that...How are you feeling?>

julie: <alright. the little one's growing more and more.> *rubs her stomach*

Max: *smiles* <That's good...How much longer?>

julie: <about two months now...>

Max: <Still some time...> *sighs*

-elsewhere-

Fernand: *handcuffed to the table* "..."

???: <well, look how the mighty have fallen.>

Fernand: <?!> *looks*

-the count stands in a corner of the cell-

Fernand: <Who the hell are you?>

count: <you dont know me, but i believe you knew my father...does the name 'Edmond Dantes' ring any bells?>

Fernand: <?!>

Fernand: <Wh-What fate? I haven't seen Edmond in years...>

count: <perhaps i should introduce myself first. My name is Elena Dantes, my father died by your hand....>

Fernand: "..." *lets out a laugh*

elena: <and now....>

-SHRK-

Fernand: *coughs...looks down*

-there is a knife in his chest-

elena: <...you die by mine...>

Fernand: *gasps, struggling to call for help...*

elena: *takes the knife out and walks toward the small window, her body dissapating into a mist and escaping*

Fernand: *his throat constricts...he collapses onto the table*

-elsewhere-

Bakugo: "I came here, to this mall, one of many malls in this city, just to find socks. SOCKS. And you're still following me..."

eijiro: just thought we could hang out a little bit. ^^

Bakugo: -_-# "...If you delay my shopping, I'm going to put you through the wall." *walks with him*

-elsewhere-

Sakuya: *checking through closet* "You sure none of these are what you're looking for?"

tsubaki: i dont think so.

Sakuya: "Nuts...Maybe buy a new one?" *pulls out a dress tie, looking at it* "Huh. Gaudy..."

tsubaki: i guess. ^^;

-elsewhere-

*there's a mechanical blowfish staring at the 8th*

shinra: ._.

Akitaru: "This one isn't going to blow up, right?"

Vulcan: "Not if it works right..."

tamaki: and _it_ is...?

Vulcan: "It's an ultra wide-band device that can detect breathing even under 100 feet of debris."

shinra: woah!

Vulcan: *presses a button labeled 'Test'*

Blowfish Scanner: *eyes light up as it inflates*

Vulcan: "See? That's what it'll do when it detects breathing..."

nozomi: wow! that's incredible, vulcan!

Vulcan: ^^ "Thanks...I hope it'll help, not just for the next house fire but if we can scope the underground again--or if you encounter Chinese fire worms again..."

tamaki: *sweatdrop*

-elsewhere-

Wes: *rubs Ghost Dog's belly*

ghost dog: =w=

Wes: *smiles...checks his phone's calendar* "Few more weeks before practice..."

liz: got any events coming up?

Wes: "Yeah, a practice first--trying to get some replacements...Before the next concert."

liz: ah.

-elsewhere-

Tezca: "--so I said 'You think I'm under deep cover? No one has even seen Akane and Clay in months!'" *laughs loudly, slapping the table*

clay:....we're right here.

Tezca: "...Oooooooooo! Neat disguises!" *tugs on Clay's face* "I can't believe you disguised yourself as Clay, Akane!"

Akane: *sitting beside Tezca, sipping tea*

clay: >A< MR TLIPOCA!!

Akane: *chop* "Stop that."

Tezca: =3= "Not my fault the makeup is so thorough..."

clay: IT'S NOOOT! >3<

Tezca: "Oh, don't sell yourself short--"

Akane: *pulls Tezca loose, ripping his bear head off--and there's no head underneath*

Tezca: "..."

clay:....*SCREAMS AND FAINTS*

Akane: O_O;

Tezca: "..." *reaches into his dufflebag, pulls out another bear head, puts it on, screwing it in properly* "Ah, that's better..."

-elsewhere-

Anya: *brushing her hair*

ao: anya?

Anya: "Hmm? Yes?"

ao: miss misery is hosting a knitting group downstairs, care to join?

Anya: "Oh...Sure." *stands up* "That would help..."

-elsewhere-

mercedes: ....

Albert: <Papa?>

mercedes:...<papa will be home soon, baby.> *picks him up*

Albert: *sniffles, hugs her*

mercedes: *rocking him*

Albert: *closes his eyes, slowly falls asleep...*

mercedes:...*forehead kiss and puts him in his crib*

Albert: "Zzz..."

-elsewhere-

Hyde: *counting dollar bills* "Okay, where do we want to dine tonight, folks?"

romina: lets get pizza!

Hyde: "Okay! Toppings? Remember, pineapple is still a topping."

julian: =~=

licht: -_-#

Hyde: "??? Okay, fine--one plain cheese for the boring ones..."

-elsewhere-

Hibana: *reviewing child services paperwork* "..."

gabriella: is everything ok?

Hibana: "I'm not sure...Was looking into some kids that Rekka bastard kidnapped and where they went..." *pulls up another file: "Shinra Kusakabe"*

gabriella: hmm...

Hibana: "..." *rests her head on her shoulder*

gabriella:...*hugs*

Hibana: *hug* *rubs her back, quiet*

hanako: *peeks in* mama?

Hibana: "??? Hi, sweetie..."

hanako: can we watch movies?

Hibana: *smiles* "Sure. What you feeling?"

hanako: disney movies? *shiny eyes*

Hibana: "Heh heh...Sure!" *head rub*

hanako: ^^

Hibana: "Pick out the first one, okay?"

-elsewhere-

Assi: *flipping through posters of famous Italian paintings...*

Daisy: "What, finding something for your girlfriend?"

Assi: "?! N-No..."

mary: *snapping photos*

Fitzgerald: "Wait just a moment--you are missing something in that photo."

mary: ??

Fitzgerald: *poses*

mary: ooh! *snaps pics*

Fitzgerald: *more poses*

Daisy: =_=;

Zuno: "..." *whispers* "Who's that weirdo?"

louisa: *staring at an eagle that has landed on mary's head, pecking at her*

Assi: O_O; "...Sh-Should we warn her about this?"

louisa: i dont think she's bothered...

Daisy: "High tolerance for pain..."

-elsewhere-

Akutagawa: *sets down food in front of Q*

Q: thanks for the food! *nom*

Akutagawa: "..." *nods* "Hope it is sufficient."

higuchi: ^^

Gin: "It's good to see them getting along."

higuchi: yeah, it sure is.

Gin: "...How do you think Q is getting along? Seeing as there are few others around his age in the Mafia..."

higuchi: well, there is elise...technically.

Gin: *nods* "Both of them could use more acquaintances...technically."

higuchi: yeah....didnt hirotsu mention a gang of kids that were once scouts for the mafia? the 'sheep'?

Gin: *nods* "I do not know how willing they would be willing to work with the Mafia again after certain poor encounters."

higuchi: and considering how long ago it was, most of them are probably all grown up by now...

Gin: *nods* "Time flies...Q got along well enough with the Sturm kids."

higuchi: yeah....

Gin: "...Maybe something can be arranged for a playdate again."

-elsewhere-

valentine: .......

*looks to be messages from Max, her dad...and one text listed as "Unknown"*

valentine:...*checks*

Max: [<valentine i'm so sorry. please know you have friends and that you are not alone. if you need anything please ask>]

valentine:....[<thanks>]

Max: [<any time>]

valentine:.....*sigh*

*looks like her father's message was just asking when she was getting home...*

valentine:......*checks the unknown number*

Unknown Number: [<hello, child. you and i will talk now.>]

valentine:...[<who are you?>]

*suddenly, she hears wheels creaking behind her*

valentine: ?!?!?! *turns*

*a very old man in a wheelchair rolls up to her...a cell phone is in his lap*

valentine: *screams*

Old Man: "?!" <Shhh! You want to wake up the whole house?!>

valentine: <w-who are you?!>

Old Man: <Gerard's father, Valentine.>

valentine: .....<you....you killed francesca's father....>

Noirtier: <??? Who? ...Wait, was that the name of that 'nurse' who accosted me? Huh...Wait, how do you know her?>

valentine: <she's...._was_ my girlfriend...w-why are you here? what do you want?> *taking a fire poker to defend herself*

Noirtier: *frowns* <Well, this gets more complicated...Let's table the whole 'girlfriend' thing and focus on the fact that your stepmother is likely gunning for you.>

valentine: ?!

Noirtier: <Oh, come on--'gas leak'? That's low-level nonsense...> *takes a medical folder on his lap and drops it to his feet* <Pick it up.>

valentine:....*looks*

*it's a coroner's report, showing photos of her grandparents...*

valentine: *covers her mouth*

*the report lists 'brucine'*

Noirtier: <Shocking, I know...Except you're ignoring the big red flag that the anti-cancer medicine brucine was found in their systems...>

valentine: .....

Noirtier: <And neither of your grandparents had cancer...Now, where do you think the brucine came from?>

valentine:....

Noirtier: <This is why I went through their medical files. The answer? Nope. That brucine was used to poison them.>

valentine: <y-you dont think...>

Noirtier: <Now, you haven't asked me: why do I suspect your stepmother? Where did she visit last, Granddaughter?>

valentine:........<why should i trust anything you say?>

Noirtier: <You have no reason to. So, you can wait for the facts to present themselves--at which point, you'll be dead. Or you can be smart and think whether you have seen anything that proves she wants to get rid of you and your family to take your inheritance.>

valentine:........

Noirtier: <...I never got to talk to your mother. But I remember her jewelry...So exquisite.>

valentine:

Noirtier: <And where is it now?>

valentine: <it should be in...> *goes to look*

Noirtier: *still in his chair* <...No problem. I'll wait.>

-later, valentine runs back in-

valentine: *shaking* <it's-...it's gone!!>

Noirtier: "..." *small smirk*

valentine: <w-what do i do?>

Noirtier: <Do you remember seeing anything at the scene of the crime...I mean, at your grandparents' house?>

valentine: <i-i'm trying to think...>

Noirtier: <Trace your steps backwards, child...>

valentine: ......

Noirtier: "..." *pulls out a vial*

valentine: <w-what is that?>

Noirtier: <Your medicine...>

-elsewhere-

miyuri: zzzz...

Chuuya: "???" *checks the girls' room*

sonia: *still asleep*

Chuuya: "..." *checks on Sonia first, checking her temperature on her forehead*

-she's a slight bit warm-

Chuuya: "Oh no..."

miyuri: *yaaawn* =.=

Chuuya: *looks* "..." *checks on Miyuri*

miyuri: tacchan?

Chuuya: "..." *sighs*

miyuri: *opens eyes* oh, hi papa.

Chuuya: *smile* "Hey, kiddo..."

miyuri: is sonia ok?

Chuuya: "...I think she may be a little under the weather, so keep up your fluids and wash your hands so you don't get sick..."

miyuri: ok papa!

Chuuya: *smiles, strokes a hand over her head* "Now, get some more sleep. Sorry to wake you."

-morning-

Kid: *kitten yawn*

stocking: *making breakfast*

Kid: *walks into the kitchen* "Good morning..."

stocking: morning hunny~ anything you want?

Kid: *smiles* "Some pancakes with sugar?" *hugs her*

stocking: that sounds lovely~

Kid: "Hee hee..." *nuzzles* "Thanks, sweetie."

-elsewhere-

Danglars: -^- "..." <Do you really think I'm this stupid?>

lucian: .....

Danglars: *holds up an empty milk carton* <Hermine has not bought more! She never came home last night--where is she?!>

lucian: ...<staying with relatives?>

Danglars: <Why didn't she tell me?!>

lucian: <well to be fair, you would have just ignored her.>

Danglars: <?! How dare you!>

lucian: <i'm just being honest.>

Danglars: <Really? How's this for honest?!> *throws the empty milk carton at Lucian*

lucian:...<throwing trash at me isnt going to make your problems disappear.>

Danglars: <Then this will: YOU'RE FIRED!>

lucian: ....<with all due respect, the only reason i stayed is for your family's sake, so that your wife didnt lose her mind and kill herself and eugenie. but all i have to say is; kindly go fuck yourself and die.>

Danglars: <?!!! Y-You insubordinate traitor!> *reaches for Lucian* <Did you take my wife?!>

lucian: grk-

Danglars: <You probably had a thing with her, you thief! Give me back my money!>

lucian:

Danglars: <URK! Is that so?! That's just your cover!> *swings his fist--*

lucian: !!! *dodges*

Danglars: *screams--as he falls down the stairs*

lucian: <sir, if you dont calm down, i'm going to call the police!>

Danglars: <CALL THEM! I'LL TELL THEM YOU KIDNAPPED MY WIFE!>

lucian: *ignoring him*

Danglars: <I'll have your head! I'll make sure you get the guillotine! I'll--> *tries to stand, falls* <...Ow.>

lucian:.... <i'd get you help, but from what i recall, i'm out of a job, so i'm just going to pack my things and mosey on out of here. toodles~>

Danglars: *LOUD ANGRISH* <I'LL HAVE YOUR HEAD FOR THIS! Ow...I need a doctor...>

-elsewhere-

mercedes: .....

-knocks-

mercedes: ??

Albert: <Papa?>

mercedes: <wait here, baby.> *opens the door* <yes?>

Police Officer: <Mrs. Mondego?>

mercedes: <yes?>

Police Officer: *takes off their hat* <We wanted to let you know something about your husband...Would you like to sit down?>

mercedes: <...please, do come in...>

Police Officer: *enters* <...> *looks at Albert* "..." *sighs deeply* <Ma'am...As you know, your husband was taken into police custody...>

mercedes: *nods*

Police Officer: <...Last night, an officer found your husband in his jail cell, unconscious.>

mercedes: !!!

Police Officer: <Medical attempted to resuscitate him...I'm sorry. They were not able to...>

mercedes: *covers her mouth in shock*

Police Officer: <...We are investigating the cause of death at this time...>

mercedes: ......

Police Officer: <...Do you need a moment?>

mercedes:...<y-yes..please...>

Police Officer: *nods* <I'll be outside...> *exits*

mercedes:...*hides her face in her hands, crying*

Albert: <??? Mama?>

mercedes:...*picks him up and hugs him*

Albert: "..." *holds onto her, looking contemplative*

mercedes:...<papa...papa's gone to heaven now...>

Albert: <Papa? Gone?>

mercedes:...*sniffs and kisses his head* <it's just you and me now...>

Albert: <...Mama...> *reaches for her face*

mercedes: <...we're gonna make things work out, i promise...>

Albert: <...> *sniffle*

mercedes *rocking him, humming*

Albert: *small baby cries before closing his eyes, calming down...*

-elsewhere-

Lucian's Friend: <Good morning, ma'am and young lady!> *smiles*

eugenie: *eating waffles*

hermine:...*nods* <g-good morning>

Lucian's Friend: ^w^ <Was the bed comfortable? I could get a different pillow until the new one comes in the mail...>

hermine: <i-it's fine, really.> *looks out the window*

*Forecast today in Rome looks to be sunny...*

hermine:...*small smile* <thank you again, erm->

Lucian's Friend: <Cavalcanti.>

hermine: <right, right. i really do appreciate this.>

Cavalcanti: <Well, when Lucian called, I was a bit anxious...I mean, not every day I have visitors...> ^^;;;

-elsewhere-

Chuuya: "Sonia? Breakfast..."

sonia: ....

Chuuya: "??? Sonia?" *checks on her*

sonia: *hiding under the covers*

Chuuya: "..." *sits on her bed* "Hey."

sonia:....

Chuuya: "...Need to sleep a bit longer?"

sonia:...*weak nod*

Chuuya: "Okay...Whenever you're ready, come out for something to eat--whatever you want. Need some water?"

sonia:...*nod*

Chuuya: *smiles* "Okay. Be right back..." *exits the bedroom*

miyuri: ~?

Chuuya: "Miyuri, hungry?"

miyuri: mmhmm!

Chuuya: "I'll cook up some breakfast after I get Sonia some water..."

miyuri: ok!

Chuuya: *pours a glass of orange juice for Miyuri* "You can start with that..." *pours a glass of water, grabs a warm washcloth, too, and goes back to Sonia* "Sonia? Here you go..." *holds out the glass*

sonia:...*small sips*

Chuuya: "Need a warm towel for your neck?"

sonia:...im ok....

Chuuya: *nods* "...Want to talk?"

sonia:...i dunno...

Chuuya: "..." *nods* "How about you read something after you wake up? Anything I can get you?"

sonia: ....

Chuuya: "...Would you like me to step out and let you sleep?"

sonia:...*nod*

Chuuya: "..." *nods...hugs her* "I love you, Sonia."

-elsewhere-

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firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 omg au where jack accidentally adopts a girl post-fall of overwatch ///i'm watching new girl and one of the characters is pregnant and now i'm thinking about kids again

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 eurgh parasites

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 LOL but like jack saves a girl on the streets from something and is like "go home to your parents kid" but she's an orphan and he can't like leave her alone now so oops now he has like. a kid?? and he's suddenly forced to actually start taking care of himself so he can take care of this girl LOL WAIT NO NOW THIS IS T URNING INTO THE SAME PLOT AS THE CAT ONE XDDD

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 well, not quite. he didn't start taking care of himself to take care of the cat, he just cared if he lived or died.

maybe taking care of himself in order to take care of the girl puts him into a healthier frame of mind except for the part where he decides it's a good idea to take his new responsibility on a roadtrip to find his undead, estranged ex and maybe get back together

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 LOL maybe she prompts him to do it she asks him about how he got himself into this situation and he quietly admits that it was ultimately bc he had a falling out with his husband whom he's still very much in love with and she's all smiles and is like "hey two dads sounds way better than one, let's go fix this!!" and he's gaping too much at the dad part to really understand what she just suggested

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 awww ^^ big dumb lug

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 >w< ooo but that's an interesting scenario, having jack in like an actually okay place trying to reconcile with gabe who's still very much spiraling like jack is still not doing great but he's recovering and trying to do his best for his girl

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 yupup meanwhile, Gabriel 'Murder Machine' Reyes...

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 qoq oh noooo what if talon finds out about the girl and like tries to kidnap her and jack becomes Rage Incarnate

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 talon. wtf? and Gabe, too. this is somehow more personal. they found this girl bc Jack came looking for HIM.

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 it's what finally snaps gabe out of his depressive/angry spiral

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 Jack being more focused on the fact that Talon GRABBED HIS KID than he is on Gabe or their issues. He's willing to conceed anything Gabe wants, if only he'll help get his girl back.

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 HHH AND JACK'S ONLY SUPPORT SYSTEM WAS JUST TAKEN AWAY FROM HIM SO HE'S RAPIDLY LOSING IT AGAIN

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 eep!

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 he comes the Fuck after them with a single-mindedness that's terrifying when gabe tries to intercept bc he can so easily see jack getting himself killed, jack actually stares him down and threatens to kill him if he doesn't get out of the way zero sentiment. totally cold-blooded. gabe: jack think about this for a sec jack: https://i.pinimg.com/originals/ba/28/91/ba289158fa7412e37dcd78d74d5bb45a.png

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 Gabe gets pissed off at first, but it's so icy that there's really nothing to latch on to. His whole relationship with Jack and the awful tangle and destruction its downfall led them to has been the most important, all-consuming thing in his life for so long that he had forgotten that there might be other things more important. Jack's found one. i have seen the puppy meme, yes XD

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 OMGGG AHH GABE GETTING JEALOUS AND FRUSTRATED THAT JACK SEEMS TO HAVE FORGOTTEN ABOUT HIM

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 lol GABE THERE'S BIGGER THINGS AT STAKE

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 also getting mad at himself for not being able to move on but taking it out on jack qoq

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 At some point while they're going after the kid, Gabe lashes out at Jack bc of the jealousy, like 'What the FUCK were you thinking bringing a kid along to hunt me down?' and Jack is all 'I was coming to find you to see if we can hash things out, you colossal jackoff! at the very least i wanted to apologize!'

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 QoQ "i just wanted-" "WHAT jack? what the fuck were you..." "i just wanted us to be a family!"

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 oh jack. you poor, poor deluded fool

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 gabriel falls silent, staring at jack briefly then looking down. jack rubs at his eyes tiredly. "she made me better," he explains quietly. "she was something for me to fight for. i had a reason to be better, gabe. and i wanted that for you too."

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 oh fuck you for that one ;n;

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 qwq gabriel feels hollow and raw all over at the idea that jack believed he was even capable of getting better

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 ((@ the comments popping up on twitter: if spanking's involved, does that make it whipped cream pie?)) hey. OUCH.

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 LOLL

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 it's taking all my self control not to butt in with that god awful joke. i want you to know that and be proud of me.

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 LMAO I LOVE YOU <3333

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 <3

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 ghhh but gabe doesn't believe in himself, he's just so angry all the time and even now he wants to hurt jack and... he decides it'd be best if he just helped jack get his girl back and then left

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 ;_; noooooooooooooo

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 so he gets EXTRA reckless on this mission qoq fuck it, he's betraying talon- might as well draw all the fire to himself, sacrifice whatever he has to in order to get jack and his girl out of there

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 oh gabi

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 jack is like totally not caring about his own safety so gabe has to be extra reckless to make sure that the girl actually has someone to take care of her after this

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 lol trying to out-reckless each other like the fukkin target ducks in a shooting gallery game

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 LOLLL in the process gabe realizes how in love with jack he still is qwq

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 PRAISE how many followers do you think i would lose if i made the joke?

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 LMAO AHHH WHEN THEY FINALLY FIND HER JACK RUNS TO HER AND SWEEPS HER UP IN A HUG AND IS JUST LIKE IMMEDIATELY IN TEARS and she's crying too and they're hugging each other so tight and gabriel watches them and feels his cold heart twisting into knots

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 ;-; Jack carrying her over and introducing her. Calls Reaper Gabriel, of course, as if the years between the good times and now never happened.

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 QwQ and she's wiping at her eyes and smiling all huge and asks "so should i be calling you papa?" she steals gabriel's heart immediately but he's hit with the overwhelming sense that he doesn't deserve this

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 Jack mirrors the thought. 'I don't deserve her,' he murmurs, 'but I'm damned lucky to have her.'

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 QOQ gabriel sees them to a safe house and has to disappear for a little while jack is worried that gabe is gone for good but he does come back after a few days he's all sheepish and shy but he mumbles that he wants to try

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 GABE YOU BIG SOFTIE

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 qwq he's like really really awkward and kind of uncomfortable at first

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 lol the most awkward grim reaper

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 he like doesn't know how to interact with this girl she's determined to call him papa

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 lol Gabe has met his match!! XD also holy shit i really need to turn in

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 OKAY WE WILL DISCUSS MORE TOMORROW <333333

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 yes pls!!! night night <3<3<3

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 GNNN

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 does Jack wear boxers or briefs. important question. tell me he doesn't go commando in his SC pants. nm tweet is full. ppl can imagine what they want lol

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 lol now i'm just imagining gabe pulling down jack's pants to find he's gone commando and being horrified gabe's all gruff and grumpy and isn't comfortable opening up yet and when jack tries to talk to him, he just gets all sullen. but somehow when this girl talks to him he can't find it in himself to snap at her.

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 prro reaper didn't even want Jack backa nd now he has Jack AND a daughter like who's going ot feed and water her and make sure she gets exercise? FUCK I CAN TYPE WHO SAYS I CAN'T

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 LOLL he gets attached to the girl very quickly but jack is a little more difficult

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 He's~ already~ attached~~! never really came unstuck~! Gabi you're doomed just roll with it

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 XDDDDD

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 76 hears them talking at night in low voices. He can't shake the uncomfortable feeling that a lot ofit is about him, but he never asks. He's a little afraid to know. It's eerie how some mornings both of them will look up at him as he comes into the kitchen of their safe hose, watching him silent and attentive as cats

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 omg that's a cute image ahhh jack giving her a lil kiss on the top of her head in the morning gabe pouting internally bc he wants a kiss too but like they're not there yet,,

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 XD GABE! YOU HAVE TO PICK ONE! WHAT IS THIS BEING COMPLEX AND WANTING CONFLICTING THINGS? POPPYCOCK!

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 XDDDDD how do gabe and jack finally stop snipping at each other over dumb shit or ignoring each other XD

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 what if the little girl claims to be afraid of monsters in her closet and Jack knows its a lie, and Gabe pretends to scare it away, but she insists and makes them sleep with her...only she sneaks out of bed in the middle of the night and leaves them alone. they wake up tangled up in each other, and go out to find her sitting on the couch watching cartoons and eating ice cream for breakfast and she complains that they snored too loud.

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 AWWWWW CLEVER GIRL eeeee and they're all snuggled up together and gabe almost thinks he's in the past

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah my one weakness XD oh, let's see...

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 eeeee

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 what if she asks for stories at night--like, she'll want to sit in one dad's lap while the other tells a story. and she wants REAL stories. and she wants FIGHTING stories with GUNS and SUPERHEROES. And Jack & Gabe end up taking turns telling her stories from the Crisis. And when one's talking, the other can never help but interrupt to correct or make fun of the other. And sometimes she'll shush the interrupter and get them arguing over who's teh favorite, and sometimes she'll agree and be like 'yeah, dad, that was REALLY DUMB'

and as they're talking about the past back when things were good between them, the old feelings start to come back to the surface and they remember why they were great together

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 QwQ HHHH and then they finally put her to bed and they kind of sit in the living room silently together

and jack keeps glancing at gabe out of the corner of his eye while gabe pretends not to notice

and jack finally kinda clears his throat awkwardly and says, "you know, you don't have to sleep on the couch tonight. you could..."

"sleep in your bed?" gabe interrupts.

jack flinches from how he says it but nods anyway.

gabe lets him hang in suspense for awhile even though they both already know the answer is going to be yes

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 :eyes:

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 LOL

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 Jack tries to break the awkward silence by starting in on the story Gabe told earlier--'the way i remember it was...' so and so. the stories they remind themselves of with Jack's little girl safely tucked in bed are darker and sadder and harsher than either would have told her. Jack pours himself a drink as they talk. he pours gabe one too, without asking, and they take turns pouring after that. The minutes turn hazy, blurring into one another. The kitchen is too warm, they're sitting too close, leaning heavily against each other, shoulder to shoulder, heads bent over their glasses like conspirators. Neither knows who initiated the kiss. It's slow at first, hesitant, an old habit picked up in the midst of drunkenness and shared loss. It grows heated before either fully realize what's happening, but, by then, neither wants to stop. Gabe remembers the offer of a bed. He lets his full weight press against Jack, knocking him slowly from his chair. When they fall together, they don't hit the floor, but dissolve through a cloud of nanites and land with a bounce on the cheap mattress. Shadow stepping works the alcohol right out of his system, and Gabe finds his head clear. Jack is still kissing him, however, needy sounds spilling from his throat as his hands clutch at Gabe's coat. It would be easy--so easy--to just let go, blame it on the alcohol tomorrow. The temptation is too much to resist, and Gabe bears down atop Jack, kissing him back with fervor as if this will be his last chance to regain everything he lost.

holy shit that's more than i realized

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 SHRIEKINGGGGGGG GAAAABE i love how they are literally married but still pining for each other qoq

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 lol

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 jack actually stops them. they're both most of the way naked and grinding against each other and jack puts a hand on gabe's chest and asks him to stop for a second he wants gabe so bad but not if this is going to be it

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 noooooooo jack go for it lure him back with your jacktastic wiles

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 LOL he rolls them over, crawling on top of gabe, and begs him not to pretend this is nothing later

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 oh my god ohhhhhhhhh my goooooooooooooooooooood not cool dude ;_; lol Jack's a weepy drunk

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 awwwwwww starts ugly crying into gabe's chest gabe is confused bc. this is such a turn off but he wants to fuck jack more than ever

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 XD omg it's calld LOVE you jackass you LOVE him YOU'RE IN LESBIANS WITH HIM

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 AHAHAHAHA jack is like sobbing while still grinding into gabe and it's taking way too much willpower not to just throw him on his front and fuck him immediately

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 Gabe dissolves away from under him and Jack cries out as he drops. In an eyeblink, Gabe has reformed on top of him, pressing Jack down with all his weight, grinding slow and deliberate up against him. He practically tears the jacket off him, then runs his hands across Jack's shoulders--shown off so handsomly beneath the compressions shirt--down his arms, until his palms cover the backs of Jack's hands and Gabe can lace their fingers together. He ducks his head to bite the back of Jack's neck, sucking at his skin, leaving a string of lovebites from his hairline down the side of his neck to the crook of his shoulder.

'You never stopped being mine, Jack,' he growls against his skin. 'Not back then. Not now. Not ever.'

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 HOLY SHIT fans self

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 possessive gabe orz and then we hope Jack got the girl some noise cancelling headphones 'cause this is not gonna be a quiet fuck

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 OH GEEZ

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 ((haha ASSphyxiation X'D)) https://twitter.com/rosephtxt/status/917180354452086784 ((i am a delight))

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 LOLL jack is still all teary-eyed but he growls at gabe to come and take him then >w<

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 Gabe, thinking to himself: which i would ALREADY BE DOING if you hadn't needed to have a little breakdown

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 LOL

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 Gabe, this one is a mess. Throw him back.

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 AHAHA

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 Try again. You're a handsome monster with lots of opportunites on the dad dating scene.

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 LMAO god imagine reaper trying to find love on tindr

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 i could prolly imagine it better if i knew anything about tinder aside from (gay?) dating site

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 it's the app where it matches you w people and you like decide whether you're interested or not and then you go on a date or whatever

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 interests: disincorporating, shotguns, revenge, hiking, double agentry

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 knitting

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 musical theater HOW COULD I HAVE FORGOTTEN

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 XDDDD also i'm technically still married but it's a long story we're not together anymore

SuspiciousPopsicle - 10/08/2017 76: what a co-inky-dink so am i. i bet this mysterious stranger will really GET me.

firesonic152 - 10/08/2017 HA AWKS

#cornfuck and the reaper #R76 plot ideas

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the-kings-of-games · 3 years

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i’m not popular enough to get tons of asks, but I pushing off zine work and secret santa so fanfic writer asks! (YGO only)

1. What’s your favorite character(s) to write for?

Answered here

2. What character(s) do you find the most difficult to write for? Why?

Characters that don’t get much of a reaction from me from the beginning or at any point, and characters I have never considered writing before (like Bruno). Never feel like I’d write them so I never put thought in their character and stories.

3. Do you have a favorite scene you’ve written from [Fanfic Name] story/chapter?

Yeah, from Two Fingers Crossed Over Your Lips, Chapter 8: Domestics (Orinthoptershipping). It’s when Crow is laying on top of Bruno on the couch, and they share a kiss. Crow is flirty, and Bruno is cute. I think this is the best example of my portrayal of Crow, lol.

4. Did you have any ideas that didn’t make the final cut of [Fanfic Name]?

No, for the most part, I end up using pretty much everything I write out. I’m the kind of person to go back and cut out entire scenes because I tend to write out scenes I like/want to do and find ways to connect them together. It can be kind of counterproductive because some scenes might actually pull you away from the plot you wanted, but I never never plot before I write, lol.

It doesn’t mean, however, that that I have never ended up writing something bigger than I expected. Currently, it’s The Supreme King’s Husband (Prologue) because I just wanted to add in Yūsei and Kizuna, omgs. QWQ

5. Do you listen to music when writing?

Yes, I do. It both keeps me focused and distracted at the same time.

6. If you listen to music when writing, what [do] you listening to when writing [Fanfic Name]?

A lot of Joji, Jack Strauder, Oliver Tree, CUCO, and the like. Pretty much this mix.

7. What story/headcanons do you feel the proudest of?

I really love my headcanon of Crow being masculine leaning genderfluid afab (assigned female at birth). It’s really fun exploring this headcanon, and I always write Crow with this in mind. However, it’s only 5D’s Crow, not Arc-V Crow. They are both Crow but, in a lot of ways, are essentially two different characters, and I’m very attached to the former. Crow didn’t start doing he/him stuff until he was, like, nine, and Yūsei and Jack have been super supportive about it since the beginning. Crow was she one day, and he the next day. Still Crow. ^^ This is from one of my many Crow WIPs:

"It doesn’t matter how I look or what I call myself, I’d always be their friend, and they’d always be my brothers. The bond we share is irreplaceable, and I’m thankful to have met them in the first place. They’ve always supported me, and they know it’s my right to tell people about me, when and how. If I wanted it to be different, they’d be the first one to know. As it is right now, though, I’m happy with the way I am."

Crow has two feminine outfits he wears occasionally: a yellow dress with red flats (a gift from his girls), and a yellow blouse with a green plaid skirt and black knee highs. To go with these looks, he wears his hair down with his headband around his neck and shiny lip loss Trudge bought for him.

8. Do you prefer writing one-shots or multi chaptered stories?

One-shots by a long shot, lmao. That being said, I sometimes don’t finish one-shots either.

9. If you had to assign a theme song to [Fanfic Name], which would you assign?

I don’t think in music. I do that thing where you pick a song and write a fic with it but not the other way around.

10. What is the line you’re proudest of from [Fanfic Name]?

One of my favorites, from the aforementioned Chapter 8: Domestics (Ornitoptershipping):

Closing his eyes, Bruno was taken back to the beach, the one he woke up at with no memories, but this time, he didn't feel the confusion, nor the faint touch of grief at the bottom of his heart. Instead, he only felt the quiet crash of the waves on his skin, the sun shining brightly over his head. This was now a memory he remembered twice.

(I really like this one-shot a lot, lol.)

11. How would you describe your style? (Character/emotion/action-driven, etc)

A lot of dialogue, stream of conscious narrative. I think. I never really thought about it.

12. Who is your favorite author?

I don’t really have one at the moment. I don’t read a lot, lol.

13. When did you start writing fanfic?

I got more serious about it in high school, but I think I started during middle school? KHR was a thing then, lol.

14. How do you feel about your older work?

Answered here

15. What is the fanfic you’ve written that you’re most proud of?

From YGO, probably The Distance of Time which features Orinthoptershipping. It’s very dialogue heavy, but it was a lot of fun. I’m very thankful of the people who took the time to read it, and even more those who commented and gave feedback.

16. What fanfic tropes do you avoid writing for?

I don’t do gore, violence, or torture. I don’t dislike them, I just don’t write them (so I don’t have any practice either).

17. What fanfic tropes do you gravitate to writing for?

I love ones that explore the idea of soulmates. I’m a big fan of the soulmates AU, but I love the different ways that people just complete each other that borders on more realism than trope. I mostly write fluff though, and attempts at humor because I think I’m funny.

18. Do you prefer editing as you write, or waiting until it’s finished?

I edit as a I write, which is bad because I don’t edit afterwards and miss typos (lol) and sometimes makes writing take longer to finish.

19. What words do you think you tend to use the most?

Epithets probably; otherwise, I don’t know.

20. What feedback makes you the happiest to hear?

I love comments that think my pacing is good and my character interpretations are great. If someone tells me that they can imagine this happening in canon, I’m over the moon.

21. Is there an idea you’ve always wanted to write, but haven’t yet?

Yes, and they’re all WIPs.

22. Do you enjoy making OCs for your fanfics, or prefer sticking to canon characters?

I mostly stick to canon characters and don’t like doing OCs (unless they’re extras or side characters). Writing OCs makes me a little uncomfortable actually because I fear veering into self-inserts which I cannot write because that’s even worse than doing OCs. The only OCs I like do are OC babies of my favorite ships.

For YGO, I currently have two: Sky Hogan, the daughter of Crow (Papa), Jack (Father), and Yūsei (Dad); and Mira Princeton, the daughter of Chazz (Mama) and Jaden (Dad).

23. How much do you stick to canon?

I try to write characters based off of canon as much as possible. If I don’t see a character doing something, then I don’t write them doing that thing. I’m more about filling in blank spaces than trying to rewrite inked ones.

24. Do you prefer AUs with the characters, or sticking to the original universe?

I do original universe most of the time.

25. What scene in [Fanfic Name] took the longest to write? What was difficult about it?

Smut scenes because they are pretty much one continuous scene, lololol. There’s no scene changes for the most part, so keeping up momentum is a must and a difficulty.

26. Are titles for your stories easy to come up with?

I suck at making titles. I can have whole fics done but back petal so hard because I forgot to give it title.

27. What time of day do you prefer to write?

Past bedtime.

28. Is there a part of [Fanfic Name] you’re surprised no one has picked up on yet?

I’m not sure what this is asking, lol.

29. What part of the writing process do you enjoy the most? (Brainstorming, outlining, writing, editing, etc)

Writing it. I don’t brainstorm or outline, I just write what comes to mind. I brainstorm only if I need to connect things together. Finishing it is a close second.

30. Do you write down all your ideas? What makes you decide to write one versus the other?

I never write down my ideas; it’s either I start on a WIP or I don’t. What I decide to write depends on my mood.

31. What was the development process of [Fanfic Name] like?

I write for three hours and produce only a thousand words, smh. Agony.

32. What story do you think showcases your signature style the most?

Fluff with subtle angst, I guess.

33. Have you ever stopped yourself from writing something? Why?

Yes, because I already have so many WIPs, I shouldn’t start on another one. (Does this stop me? No.)

34. Have you felt emotional while writing a scene before? What scene was it?

I might have, but I have terrible memory. U_U

35. Where’s your favorite place to write?

In my bed in the dark, on my phone. (Computers tire me out after a while.)

36. What fanfic of yours has the symbolism you’re proudest of?

I’m not sure what symbolism is.

37. Would you ever collaborate with another writer for a story?

Yes, but it will be a really big learning experience because I’m using to have most, if not all, control over my writing. I try to be open, but getting used to new things is hard, you know?

38. What story of yours are you surprised that people liked as much as they did?

Honestly, for YGO, any of them. The feedback for YGO isn’t a lot, lol, or it’s because I write characters/ships/tropes a lot of people don’t go for? I’m just glad I now know the people who like my stuff. I know my writing is good, but I won’t force people to read it.

39. What area of writing do you feel strongest in?

Characterization, if I’m not being too big-headed, lol.

40. What area of writing do you want to improve in?

I need to stop feeling the urge to rush ending and give the settings more details.

#yugioh #Kizunashipping #ornithoptershipping #i have three zines and one secret santa on my to-do list #lmao #im lazy but like to talk about myself #i do indeed have a big head #Flame muses

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elliotthezubat · 5 years

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DEATH CITY DAYS CHAPTER 114

Kid: *reading in bed*

stocking: *nuzzles up to him*

Kid: "..." *puts an arm around her, soft sigh*

stocking: *sleeping on his chest* u///u

Kid: *strokes her head carefully before he puts down the book and turns off the light* =\\\\= *nuzzle*

stocking: =///w///=

Kid: *lies by her side, holding her softly* =w=

-elsewhere-

Kepuri: =~= *collapsed in front of her computer's keyboard*

akaderu: *picks her up and carries her to her bed*

Kepuri: "Hmm...Babe?"

akaderu: yeah?

Kepuri: "...Love you."

akaderu:...*small smile* love you too.

-elsewhere-

miyuri: *already asleep*

sonia: *getting into bed*

Chuuya: *tucking Sonia in* "Comfy?"

sonia: *nods* ....papa? are you sure you're alright?

Chuuya: "...Yes, I am."

sonia:...see you tomorrow then, good night

Chuuya: "Good night. I love you."

sonia: love you too, papa...

Chuuya: *nods* *gets up, turns off the lights* "Night..."

-morning-

Tanizaki: "I'm all packed. Ready to check out?"

atsushi: yep.

Kenji: "Yes!" *holds up a suitcase--that has clothes poking out of the edges*

Tanizaki: ^^; "I'll check on the girls..." *knocks on their door*

naho: almost ready~!

Tanizaki: "Okay--we'll bring our luggage downstairs..."

Kenji: "Hey, what do you think it would be like to see our kind of stories on the TV? Like vampires and pyro-people and us detectives?"

atsushi: ^^; seems like a bit much for one show.

Tanizaki: "I mean, Hollywood runs out of ideas--the new thing is 'genre crossovers,' like how every superhero movie is also another genre? Like that 'superhero romance' film they're making?"

atsushi: ^^;;

-elsewhere-

Emine: -____-; "Mom, he's not getting up." *pokes the top bunk bed with Tool's scythe*

setsuna: let's let him sleep for now. he'll be up soon.

Emine: "Hmm...Fine. I don't know why he's like this--everyone has been weird since we got home."

setsuna: well...things were quite eventful...perhaps even traumatic for some...

Emine: "..." *nods* "I...saw something."

setsuna: ??

Emine: "That dream-maker...I saw my...birth mother."

setsuna:.......

Emine: "...It wasn't real...I wanted it to be."

setsuna:..........

Emine: "..." *holds his head in his hands* "Sorry. I shouldn't have said anything."

setsuna:....*hugs*

Emine: "..." *sniffle*

setsuna: it's alright, emine...

Emine: "I...just don't want this pain anymore."

setsuna: ....

-elsewhere-

Libra: *sighs* "He's still unconscious..."

King Leo: "I can wake him..." *pulls out a sword--*

virgo: D8>

Libra: "..." *takes her PDA--and slaps it equally across both sides of Leo's face* "NO! NO MORE STABBING!"

King Leo: "GAH!" *ROARS* "THEN YOU THINK OF SOMETHING!"

Aries: *still unconscious*

gem: *takes orange juice and squeezes it up aries' nose*

Aries: "... ... ..." *eyes snap open--before he screams, swinging his fists wildly*

gem: yay!....

ini: ....success!

Aries: "WHAT THE HELL ARE YOU--" *groans, holds his head*

Libra: "...Here." *offers a can of cola*

Aries: "Ug..." *sips* "Ah, that's the stuff..." *rubs the can against his face* "I missed you, baby..."

Libra: "..." >_>; "You're welcome."

aquarius: oh look he's alive. that's no fun

Aries: "Yeah, I missed you all too..." *looks* "Where did you take us?"

capricorn: some old factory or something.

Aries: "So, let me guess--Queenie didn't win?" *finishes the cola*

scorpio: got locked up in the tartarus prison.

Aries: "Jeez, that blows..." *shrugs* "A'well. That screws things up..." *shrugs* "A'well. Libra, did he call?"

Libra: "No. And when he does, you know he is going to be furious how Fear Factory overstep its boundaries."

virgo: Q~Q uuuu....

Aries: *shrugs* "That's for the Observers to deal with. Aquarius, Scorpio, keep an eye for any Federation thugs popping up. As for you, Virgo..."

virgo: i-i-im so-sorryyyyyy >~<;;;;

Aries: "...You really feel bad about what happened back in Toykyo?"

virgo: i-i-i d-di-didnt m-meant to, h-he-he asked me a-a question a-and it would have b-been rude not t-to answer....

Aries: "I get it, I get it...Well, it's in the past. And we still need you for what comes next--you got that?"

virgo: y-y-you're not m-mad at me?

Aries: *smiles* "You hook me up with another cola, and we'll call it even."

virgo: y-y-yes s-sir! r-right away!

Libra: *sighs* "That's hardly balanced, _sir_."

Aries: *lies back down* "That's your job, not mine..."

King Leo: "..." *pulls out another sword--*

Libra: *SMACKS HIM WITH A TABLET OVER AND OVER AGAIN* "NO! NO! NO!"

aquarius: *sigh* im bored. i think i'll bully pisces for a bit~<3

Pisces: O_o "Um, my tank's filter needs to be replaced? It's kinda murky in here..."

Aries: "??? The fish ain't dead yet?"

-elsewhere-

Denki: *holds up a box labeled 'fireworks'* "This is what summer training is all about!"

jirou: you're going to smuggle fireworks onto the campsite?

Denki: "It's not 'smuggling'--it's packing!"

jirou: kaminari......*shaking him* ARE YOU OUT OF YOUR FUCKING MIND!??! NOT ONLY COULD YOU CAUSE A FIRE, THE CAMP'S LOCATION IS SUPPOSED TO BE SECRET AND IT COULD POTENTIALLY REVEAL WHERE WE ARE TO PEOPLE!!

Denki: @~@ "SO WHERE AM I SUPPOSED TO FIRE OFF THE WORKS?!"

jirou: OUT IN THE DESERT MAYBE! MAYBE GET STUNG BY A SCORPION! AND IN THAT REGARD, TAKE MINETA WITH YOU!!

momo: easy now, jirou... ^^;;;

Mineta: "...Am I the only one turned on seeing her shake down Kaminari like that?"

momo:....on second thought, maybe jirou has the right idea.

Mineta: D8<

Denki: "Desert fireworks aren't fun! Deserts need dark smoke, and fireworks are all bright smoke!"

jirou: since when are YOU a pyrotechnics expert?!

Denki: "I read a book about it."

jirou: sure you did. 7_7

mina: hmm. *lightbulb* i got it! BRB!

Denki: -_-; "Oh, what did you read? Something from the _jerk_ factory with all the other _jerks_?"

-meanwhile-

itsuka: and that's how the regulations were set in place for the sports festival.

Bakugo: "Huh. What about that near-fatal injury at the 5th annual festival?"

mina: *enters the library* BAKUGOU! FOUND YA! *walks over* sorry itsuka, i gotta kidnap your boyfriend for a sec.

itsuka: eh?

Bakugo: "WHAT THE F--"

mina: nothing suspicious, i just need him to help us with explosion related stuff bye! *runs off with bakugou*

itsuka: ah............................wait WHAT?

Bakugo: *SCREAMING* "I WILL BLOW YOU UP AND ALL THE OTHER MORONS WHO--"

Poe: "SHHHH!"

-and so-

mina: i brought the expert!

jirou: *has kaminari in a choke hold* oh good.

Denki: OwO "I am so happy you're here, Baku--"

Bakugo: "...You're going to kill Pikachu here? Ashido, it's not my birthday."

jirou: i wasnt gonna hurt him THAT much..........yet.

Denki: T~T "I just wanted summer fireworks...and they said bringing them to the training camp would be stupid and reckless--"

Bakugo: "I AGREE."

jirou: thank you for being sensible, bakugou.

Denki: "Mina, help me out!"

mina: i think it does sound fun, but i gotta listen to smokey bear.

Bakugo: "I'LL SMOKE YOU!"

Mineta: "That doesn't make sense, dude. And Kaminari just wants to see fireworks--help a brother out!"

Bakugo: "FINE! SHOULD I ALSO HAVE SPARKLERS AND MAYBE A SHINY UNCLE SAM HAT WHILE I'M AT IT?!"

Denki: OwO "Could you?!"

mina: ?? hey mineta, i think someone carved boobs into the desk here.

Bakugo: *face going red with anger, sparks around his fists...*

Mineta: *gasps!* *looks under the desk* "WHERE?!"

mina: on top of the desk.

Mineta: *jumping* "I can't see! Curse my height!" *gets up on the chair* "Where, where, where?!"

mina: riiiight here- *SLAMS HIS FACE INTO THE DESK*

Mineta: "URK!" X___X

Denki: D8

Bakugo: "...Nice."

mina: welp, that's ONE problem solved!

jirou:.....god i love you.

mina: ^w^

Bakugo: "Okay, I assume you idiots set up a space for me to do my thing? Yaoyorozu, your house is big--you got a field or something?"

momo: i suppose we could use the tennis court.

Bakugo: "Fine. Just don't go inviting more than this idiot, Earjacks, Ashido--"

Hagakure: "And me!"

Bakugo: "... ... ...HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN THERE?!"

Hagakure: "When Mineta got a face full of desk."

Mineta: *bleeding* X____X

momo:...i'll get the shovel.

-elsewhere-

Free: "Okay, now just take it easy..." *standing in the shallow end of the community pool* "You can do it!"

milia: *doggy paddling*

Free: ^^ "Great work!"

Kanin: "Oh, hello, Mr. Free, Milia."

milia: hiyaa!

Free: "Yo! You two trying to beat the heat, too?"

Kanin: *nods* "It's unbearable..."

amelia: hello.

Free: "Hey, Amelia! You swim?"

amelia: a little bit.

Free: "Milia's learning how--and she's getting to be a natural!"

eruka: ^^

Kanin: "Neat! Maybe even work up to the high dive?" *points to the diving board*

-elsewhere-

*someone is walking through the forest...she's barefoot, with a small baby strapped to her back*

Medusa: "..."

neian: *asleep*

Medusa: *looks up ahead at a cottage* ("There...") *approaches*

-it appears empty-

Medusa: "..." *opens the door*

neian: mmm? *opens her eyes*

Medusa: *enters* "Shh..." *looks around* "...Sanctum..."

*a magical barrier forms around the cottage*

neian: maman?

Medusa: "Did you sense that?"

neian: uu!

Medusa: "Amazing..." *smiles* "Let's see what else you'll notice..."

neian: bubu!

Medusa: *sets Neian down...opens her knapsack to reveal magical items* "How about this one?" *holds up a small pyramid*

-elsewhere-

Black Star: *at the airport* *looking around* "..."

otogiri: i think that's them now.

Black Star: "Oh, cool!" *looks*

-the plane lands-

naho: we're hooooome~!

Kenji: *carrying Atsushi* "You can calm down now, we landed!" ^w^

atsushi: QwQ

Tanizaki: "Here's your bag, Maki."

maki: thanks. ^^

Kenji: *picks up Naomi's luggage* "Here you go!"

naomi: ah, it's good to be back!

Tanizaki: *nods* "Yeah...I'll call Kunikida to see about picking us up. Naho, you need a ride?"

naho: *spots otogiri and sakuya* SAKKUUUUUUN! *TACKLE HUG*

Sakuya: .\\\\\. "H-Hey?"

Tanizaki: ^^; "Guess that answers that one."

naho: >w<

Black Star: "Welcome back! How was the flight?!"

-elsewhere-

Shotaro: "Nea, can I ask you a question?"

nea: yes?

Shotaro: "Why do you like Shinoda?"

nea: ...you're much too young to know this answer.

Shotaro: "Man, that's what all adults say, and I'm really confused!"

nea: ask shinoda then!

Shotaro: "Fine! Hey, Shinoda!"

Shinoda: *walks in* "What?"

Shotaro: "Why do you like Nea?!"

Shinoda: "... ... ...Uuuuuuuuum, how much time do I have?"

-elsewhere-

Hyde: "--then they combine the music with the fireworks! So that's why I'm going to bring an M-80 to your next performance. Also, you'll need a helmet. And life insurance."

licht: .........

ochako: ._.;; hyde that sounds a bit dangerous.

Hyde: "Really? 'Cause I was going to go with 12 M-80's but thought I'd tested the one first. I already have Guil setting it up--"

*BOOM*

Hyde: "... ... ..."

julian: *SCREAMING*

ochako: .____.

romina: AW HELL, GET THE HOSE!!

Hyde: "... ...What a lovely morning! I think I'll go for a walk!" *opens the window, approaches to jump out--*

licht: get back here, coward.

Hyde: "NO! I'M NOT GOING TO PRISON FOR THIS!"

licht: prison will be the _least_ of your concerns.

Hyde: *falls on the floor, whining* "No! I don't wanna--"

-too violent to show-

Guil: *walks in, half the whale suit burnt off* "... ... ...I wanted you to save some of him for me."

-elsewhere-

Axel: "--and I want us to get to be bad-butts out of this training camp so we can be the best weapons for you possible!"

zeke: yeah!

hibiki: thanks you guys.

Axel: *smiles* "Now we just have to figure out what kind of training this'll be. Did your grandmother go through something like this?"

hibiki: she probably did.

Axel: "Maybe it'll be dueling with each other? ...Ah, man--I don't want to deal with Duncan and his yo-yo form."

-elsewhere-

Dazai: "Hey, I see them coming!"

Lucy: "?!!! HE'S HANGING FROM A NOOSE AGAIN!" *pulls Dazai back inside*

Dazai: "D'aw!!!"

naomi: *waves*

Kyoka: "Welcome back. How was your flight?"

atsushi: exhausting.

Lucy: "Aw..." *pets his head* "Maybe you should take a break--"

Kunikida: *shoves papers into Atsushi's hands* "You got work."

Lucy: -_-;

atsushi:.... QwQ

Tanizaki: ^^; "Kunikida, we did just come back from making a big breakthrough on a murder investigation--"

Kunikida: "I know--so file this, too." *drops a stack of papers into Tanizaki and Naomi's hands*

Kenji: *sneaks into the room...dragging a heavy bag behind him...something in it looks sharp and angular--*

yosano: kenji, can we talk to you a moment?

Kenji: "I SWEAR, IT WAS A GIFT! ...I mean, yes?"

yosano: ??

Kenji: *sighs* "The actors had this made for Naomi--I was keeping it a surprise..." *holds up a giant Walk of Fame star with her name on it*

naomi: ......*teary eyes of happiness*

Tanizaki: "Ah, that was really nice of them!"

Kenji: ^w^ *hands it to Naomi--and it's heavy as a weight*

naomi: ^w^;;; t-thank you...kenji...

Kenji: "You're welcome! Where you going to put it? Maybe hang it on the wall?"

naomi: s-sounds good.

yosano: right, now kenji, could you help us out with the rooftop garden?

Kenji: "Oh, sure! You keep the tomatoes watered?"

-elsewhere-

David: *sits up in his hospital bed* "Melissa..."

nurse: good morning, mr shield.

David: "...Hello. Ow, my arm..."

nurse: easy now.

David: "...Police still outside?"

nurse: ...yes.

David: "I suppose that's to be expected. Just a matter of time before I'm transferred to a prison cell."

nurse:....

David: "...I'll keep it down." *lies back down*

-elsewhere-

Foien: "??? You okay?"

dia: ??

Foien: "You were looking off to the distance--the drills ended 5 minutes ago."

dia: was i?

Foien: "Yep...Maybe you need a break? Vacation?"

dia: i was thinking......with father's day around the corner....i was thinking of....something to give the commander. 7///7;

Foien: "Oh, that'd be good! But he is kinda hard to shop for...You getting him meat?"

dia: im being serious about this. he's....done so much for me already...i wanted to thank him somehow.

Foien: *nods* "I get that--he does look out for you. Well, how do you think you'll thank him?"

dia: i want to get him something nice...

Foien: "Hmm...Want to take a walk, look around?"

dia: that may help.

-elsewhere-

-rain begins to fall-

stocking: >~< *rushes to the cram school*

Rin: "Yo! Cuz!" *waves under the cafe umbrella*

stocking: mind if i take some shelter here for a bit? ^^;

godaiin: im sure it's fine. we're just waiting on bon to get here for lunch.

stocking: thanks. *sigh* should have brought an umbrella with me.

Rin: *looks around* "Speak of the--...Well, looks like you weren't the only one without an umbrella*

Bon: *soaked*

stocking: oh! you alright there, suguro?

Bon: *shakes water off his head* "Great--just got caught in this freak storm."

godaiin: hey bon, we got your lunch for you.

Bon: "Huh? Oh, wow--thanks...Happy to have something not unhealthy or served with fries..."

stocking: overworked by lewin?

Bon: "You could say that..."

konekomaru: speaking of work, amaimon's been-

stocking: what did he do this time?

Rin: -_______-#

stocking:...that look isnt exactly reassuring.

Rin: "He sat on the desk, ate spicy candy, and burped up fire before explaining why we women-inclined folk should all desire strong women who can kick our asses."

Shima: "...I mean..."

stocking: i...see....

godaiin: wait, i thought his name was ambrosius?

stocking:......the hell kind of name is that?

Bon: "German...-ish....Wait..."

izumo: what are you talking about?

Rin: "Oh, hey, Izumo!"

shiemi: sorry we're late. ^^;

stocking: oh hey guys.

Shima: "We were talking about Amai--Ambrosius's fascinating ideas about men and women."

izumo: ....want me to punch him?

shiemi: why dont i handle him? i've learned a bit about keeping him in line.

Rin: "...That's scary, Shiemi--but in a goody way."

stocking: ^^;.... !!! yukio! what happened to your arm?!

Yukio: "Oh, a mission went sideways." ^^; "Still recovering after that trip with Shura, too."

stocking: right...so much has been happening it's been hard to keep track of everything.

Rin: *looks to the side* "Yeah..."

Yukio: "Rin...Do you have a moment? About...Mr. Misumi's wake?"

Rin: "..." *nods*

stocking:.....

Bon: "... ... ..."

-text on bon's phone-

Bon: "..." *picks up his phone* "..."

-it's from lewin-

Bon: "?!!! Um, I got to go! I'll pay you for food later!"

godaiin: wait we-....already...paid for it...

stocking:.....

-elsewhere-

Mephisto: =w= *reclines in the bubble bath*

???: MR LIGHT YOU CANT JUST BARGE IN THERE!

Mephisto: "??? What the me?"

-SLAM-

lewin: yo!

Mephisto: "...EEK!" *covers his chest*

lewin: sorry to interrupt the 'me' time, but i gots some questions for ya, is that cool?

Mephisto: "BELIAL?! WHY IS THIS THING IN MY HOME?! GET HIM OUT OF HERE--"

lewin: *shoves a phone with a picture in his face* this seal was on the neck of a man killed a while back from a contract of morinath, HOWEVER! said contract isnt in the record of seals, why is that?

Mephisto: *muffled* "HELP! HELP! I'M BEING ASSAULTED!"

lewin: just answer the question; what is sector 13, exactly? you arent experimenting with elixers, are you?

Mephisto: "..." *looks away* "And why would you think of little old me?"

lewin: you are the king of time, which puts you quite close to the shinigami race, including old death himself, and by extension, the two stripers, including one who killed this man.

Mephisto: "Hmph!" *slaps away Lewin's hand* "Such outrageous accusations..." *blows bubbles from a toy pipe*

Bon: *stares*

Mephisto: "...Fine. I don't want any more trouble. I'll tell you the location you seek..."

lewin: that wasnt so hard, now was it?

Mephisto: "You'll want to go when it's dark...Just put the key into the hand."

lewin: right. *ears perk up* i think your wife's coming now. so we better skedaddle before she serves our asses on a silver platter, haha!

Bon: "..." *follows*

Mephisto: -^- "Such ruffians....No fun at all!"

felisia: are you alright? i heard you yelling!

Mephisto: ^^; "Quite fine, dear~ Just got a little too into my bath..." *picks up a rubber ducky* "Quite a rude chap, this one!"

felisia: *looking at his markings*........

Mephisto: "..." *looks down at the floor*

felisia:....*hugs him* please, dont overwork yourself so much....

Mephisto: "I won't. I promise."

-elsewhere-

Tezca: *humming* "New mission, new mission, new mission-onie!"

enrique: ^o^

Tezca: "And you and I need to look the part! I suggest shades and the most expensive flip flops."

enrique: *thumbs up*

Tezca: "Then just around this corner, let's head out--" *turns the corner--and trips over someone* "UMPH!"

esther: oh, pardon me.

Tezca: "Oh--hey, Esther! What you up to?"

esther: just doing some paperwork is all~

Tezca: "Ah--you got back from a big mission with Kirara?"

esther: ah yes, it was quite exciting.

Tezca: "Neat! You two will have to tell us--we're getting ready for a tropical mission!"

-elsewhere-

Axel: "Okay--donut run, or ice cream run?"

hibiki: maybe a salad for something different?

Axel: "Huh--sure! Maybe add some cheese to it..."

zeke: or croutons! can never go wrong with croutons!

Axel: "Bro--a salad...of croutons and bacon."

hibiki: *sigh* it's a start i guess....

-elsewhere-

yosano: so yeah, the tomatoes are-oh!

frances: *putting flowers around the garden*

Kenji: "Hi, Miss Frances!"

frances: hmm? oh hello dearies~ ^^

yosano: i wasnt expecting anyone else up here.

frances: oh, is the garden private?

Kenji: *looks at one plant* "Ooooooo! This one looks healthy? Is this one yours?"

frances: why yes, i thought the plants could use some flower friends to help them grow. ^^

Kenji: "Good thinking! Hello, Little Petunia!"

yosano: ^^; (well, kenji seems to be fine with it...)

Kenji: "It's great to have so much green life up here! It feels like a bit of home." ^w^

frances: you're from a farming village, right?

Kenji: *nods* "Ihatov!"

frances: how lovely~ ^^

Kenji: "Have you had greenhouses, ma'am?"

frances: oh why yes indeed. i have one in my home, both here and back in england.

Kenji: "Neato! I bet they are real happy, if they are like this one!"

frances: why thank you. ^^

Kenji: ^w^ "We just got back from Los Angeles--but I didn't get to see the orange groves."

-elsewhere-

Kimizuki: -_-; *has bandages on his arm* "Stupid cactus..."

hyakuya: *stomach growling*

Kimizuki: "...I better cook you something."

hyakuya: =3= i can cook too, you know.

Kimizuki: "??? Without burning it?"

hyakuya: >3< i used to cook for my family all the time back then.....

Kimizuki: "Oh? What's your signature dish?"

hyakuya: im pretty good at making curry. *proud face*

Kimizuki: "Oh yeah? Prove it."

hyakuya: i will!

shinoa: ^^

Yoichi: "Sweet! We're having curry!"

mitsuba: good to see she's in high spirits again.

Guren: "Yes--just needed a change."

mitsuba: how long before we're back on the field?

Guren: "When the next mission is approved."

-elsewhere-

Belkia: T~T "I'm so happy you're home! Do you feel okay?"

naho: im fine, belbel. ^^

Black Star: "Maybe take a nap--that was some powerful adventure you had!"

naho: yeah, i'll go do that now.

Sakuya: *small smile...pats Lilac's shoulder*

lilac: w-welcome back, naho. we missed you a lot.

naho: thanks guys. *hugs*

-she seems to be shaking slightly-

Sakuya: "...Hey, Naho, can I talk with you before you sleep in?"

naho: oh, sure, what's up?

Sakuya: "You feeling alright?"

naho:...why dont we talk in my room a bit?

Sakuya: *nods, follows*

naho: *enters her room*......

Sakuya: "Naho?"

naho:...*hugs him*

Sakuya: "..." *hug, strokes her head*

-she tells him about what happened-

Sakuya: "I'm so sorry...That's awful to go through that."

naho: it was so scary...it was like i wasnt in control....*trembling*

Sakuya: "Hey...You're okay...You're home, and we can figure this out."

naho: *sniffle* i...wanted to tell you privately...s-so the others dont worry.

Sakuya: *nods* "I get that...I think you should later, as they know more than me...But for now, yeah..."

naho:.....

Sakuya: *strokes her head* "You're a good person, Naho...You're so many things..."

naho: ....sakkun...could you sleep here with me tonight?

Sakuya: *nods* "Sure."

-elsewhere-

Eijiro: "Hey, Yaomomo! I brought the hot dogs, burgers, and veggie patties! Where's the grill?"

Bakugo: "WHO THE HELL INVITED YOU?!"

momo: the grill is on the patio.

Eijiro: "WOOT! Thanks!" *humming* "Fireworks, FIRE-WORKS!"

Bakugo: *stares at Momo* ಠ_ಠ

-elsewhere-

himiko: *spinning in a spinny chair* iiiiiim sooooo booooooooreeeeed.

fang: *baby babble*

Kurogiri: "Perhaps you would like to help with some tasks?"

himiko: can i bring the baby?

Kurogiri: "It should be fine to do so--just a quick errand before our 'guest' wakes up."

himiko: OK!

Kurogiri: *hands her an address* "Try to blend in."

himiko: *salutes* come on baby~ you and mommy are gonna do stuff~<3

fang: gaba!

Kurogiri: *nods* "Glad someone is being productive..." *looks around*

banshee: see? like this, clockwise to unscrew it, counter-clockwise to screw it in.

Spinner: "Huh. Kind of like spinning it around..."

Dabi: "Fascinating...I'll remember that when I can't see because it's dark inside."

banshee: ^^;

Kurogiri: "I'm still tidying up after the last mishap--I'd like to keep things organized before--"

*SMASH*

Muscular: *broke a door handle* "Oops."

kinuta: oh dear. *covered in a bedsheet*

Spinner: .\\\.;

Dabi: -_-;

Kurogiri: *sigh* "Banshee, how are you at door repairs?"

banshee: ._.;;

Muscular: "Hey, it's not my fault some things around here are made of weak stuff."

twice: waaait a minute. did you two like...y'know?

Muscular: "Did we what, shrimp?"

kinuta: 7w7

twice: did ya play twister in bed?

banshee: *almost chokes* O-O

Muscular: "...Yes. Want me to help you reach left hand red? I can do that by ripping off your arm--"

Kurogiri: "Please, there are children present."

twice: so you did f*ck her then.

banshee: TWICE!

twice: myeeeess?

Muscular: "Twice? No, at least five times."

Spinner: .\\\\\\\.

twice: she meant my name is twic-... OOOOOHHH DAMN! that explains the loud screaming and creaking.

tomura:.............................................................................you people are fucking disgusting.

Kurogiri: "Oh, for Pete's sake, could we have some tact here?! We have broken light bulbs--"

Spinner: "I said I was sorry."

Kurogiri: "--broken doors and now beds--"

Muscular: *grunts*

Kurogiri: "--AND NOW I NEED TO SOUNDPROOF THE ROOMS!"

kinuta: ^^~

twice: wait a sec- shouldnt that mute chick and her teddy be back by now?

Spinner: "...You don't read the news, do you?"

twice: oh yeah.....i forgot.

Kurogiri: "There is nothing to be done about it--we move forward. However, there are some people to look into..."

banshee: oh?

Kurogiri: "Since USJ, more villains rising...including some other groups. Keep an eye out for them..." *hands over a folder*

banshee: *examines it*

*the file shows a small person in a mask, some man in Roman armor, a cheerleader, and someone looking like a Venus flytrap*

-elsewhere-

Sagittarius: *clop clop clop* "Hmm...I have lost track of the prey..." *holds up his bow...with a plunger arrow on it* "Where did those two go..."

gem + ini: *giggling*

Sagittarius: *small smirk* "Could they be...there?" *fires a plunger arrow at the wall--*

capricorn: ??

Sagittarius: "Oh. Sorry. I was not attempting to shoot at you, just the children."

capricorn:...*holds the core closer* get your own apple, dude.

Sagittarius: "I have no interest in your apple. ...And I'm still sorry for the William Tell incident."

capricorn: *huff* yeah whatev. *walks off*

Sagittarius: "..." *looks around for the sound of giggles*

Scorpio: *growls* "How freaking annoying!"

cancer: no need to get all pissy about it.

Scorpio: "I'M NOT PISSY--I'M PISSED!"

cancer: tch- whatever.

Aries: *staring at a tablet* "..." *turns it left* "...Yeah, I don't get it. I'm tired of looking over security footage--can this thing stream that cop show?"

Scorpio: >_<# *angry scorpion chittering noises*

libra: *sigh* let me see it.

Aries: "Thanks, L." *drops it into her hand*

libra: *looks*

Aries: "..." *leans over, looking over her shoulder* "Show me how to do it. Is it that?" *he's close*

libra: .////.; i-it's a touch screen, sir.

Aries: "..." *smiles* "So I do this?" *his finger passes her face, tapping the screen--and the tablet makes a loud beeping noise* "?!"

libra: !!

*SWISH* *CRACK* *an arrow strikes through her tablet in her hands*

Sagittarius: "...Sorry."

libra:................

Aries: ^^;;;;; "Now, L, I know you're upset, but now is no time to get all angry and sword-y--"

-elsewhere-

Chuuya: *staring at a nearly empty glass* "...Top me off."

bartender: k...been busy, chuuya?

Chuuya: *slightly slurred* "Super busy."

bartender:....

Chuuya: "Just...stupid mechs, stupid Abernathy, stupid sheep...What a mess. All some lunatic..."

bartender: *cleaning glasses* you wanna talk about it?

Chuuya: "..." *sips* "...Why do Dokeshi get shat on? I don't see ability users getting it nearly half as bad."

bartender: not sure what to say about here, but other places arent as kind as here. goes for quirk humans too.

Chuuya: "Hmm. Pyrokinetics, too. People fear power...Maybe they're right to. But people aren't..." *looks at the mirror, seeing something staring back at him* "...just power."

bartender: understandable. my uncle's actually a dokeshi. he and his wife had to move to alaska to get away from the harassment.

Chuuya: "...Is it working for them?"

bartender: they seem pretty happy for the most part.

Chuuya: "Guess that's better...Don't like the idea of just running away from things..."

bartender: *nods*

Chuuya: *long sip* "Jeez...I'm going to feel this in the morning. Fucking hell...It's all just a mess, and, what, some crazy mind controller just had to make it worse?!"

bartender:...

Chuuya: *groans, holds his head* "...Rain."

bartender:....*hands him a glass of water*

Chuuya: "..." *sips* "..." *sniffle*

bartender:.....why dont i call you an uber?

Chuuya: *groans* "Ya."

bartender: maybe get to bed when you get home.

Chuuya: *grunts*

-elsewhere-

*someone in a cloak stands at the outskirts of Death City...the setting sun is behind him*

Luke: "..."

-elsewhere-

itsuka: wow, your house is really fancy, momo.

momo: i get that a lot. ^^;

*fast running is heard*

Iida: "MOMO! I apologize for being late!"

momo: oh, it's alright. you're right on time. ^^

Iida: "Oh, good!" *holds up a bag* "I brought a dessert! Cupcakes!"

mina: WOOT!

Tetsutetsu: "PUT IT OVER BY THE GRILL! KIRISHIMA, TOSS ME A BURGER!"

kirishima: you got it!

itsuka: oh, hey tetsutetsu!

jirou: seems we got more people than we were expecting.

Bakugo: *standing far away, meditating...inhaling and exhaling*

ochako: guess he's getting ready for the show later.

Todoroki: "Hmm." *noms on a burger*

Denki: "--so then we can put on the Star Wars theme and see if he can time the fireworks to Williams's score--"

sero: sick, my dude.

Denki: "Right?!

Iida: "I'm surprised Bakugo agreed--he usually doesn't seem to enjoy these social activities."

ochako: aww, he can be a team player after all. ^^

Todoroki: "Hmm. I guess he's cooled down."

Iida: "... ... ..."

ochako:......wait, was that a pun?

Todoroki: "??? Was it? ...Huh. I hadn't intended for it to be."

ochako: it's alright, if it was, it totally went over my head, haha!

Todoroki: "..." ^^;

mina: 7w7

jirou: ??? mina?

mina: i think im seeing sparks, and not from fireworks~

jirou: =///= b-babe! they're gonna hear you!

Bakugo: *eyes snap open* O^O "..." *SHARP INHALE* "Let's do this!!!"

kirishima: WOOOOT!!

Denki: *presses play on the stereo*

jirou:...are you seriously playing katy perry's 'firework?'

Denki: "It seemed appropriate, and--"

Bakugo: *blasting louder and louder attacks* "RA RA RA RA RA!"

Denki: "I knew it would fire up his irritation."

jirou:......

mina: well played.

Denki: ^^

Iida: "Ooooo! Aaaaah! Incredible use of shapes and colors!"

itsuka: woah! look at that one!

Tetsutetsu: "How does he do that?! Has he been practicing his quirk for aesthetic stuff?!"

kirishima: *shrug*

Bakugo: "..."

{Bakugo: *looks around* "..." *pulls out an art book* "Okay, so if I do it this way, I can make a bunny..."}

sero: hey! that one looks just like all-might!

Bakugo: -~-###

Denki: "...Heh. And he calls Midoriya a nerd?"

itsuka: ^^

*a spark falls onto Denki's head, igniting his hair*

Denki: .w.;;;;;

tsuyu: *tosses him to the pool*

Denki: *BLUB!* <Translation: "Thank you!">

Iida: "Oh, I didn't know this was a pool party, too."

Bakugo: *continues the display...*

sero: ^^ *spots something* ??

Monoma: *in the bushes* O^O

sero: hey monoma.

Monoma: "?!!! YOU SAW NOTHING!"

itsuka: *siiiiiiigh* monoma, are you going to behave yourself?

Monoma: "Don't I always~?" ^^

itsuka: *intense stare*

Bakugo: *LOUD EXPLOSION*

Monoma: Q^Q;

-elsewhere-

lewin: not far now....say, ever heard of the alhambra palace in spain?

Bon: "Not really, sir."

lewin: it's said the moorish king that built the palace contracted with a demon to hide a treasure. when the contract ends, a hand engraved in the gate of judgement will sieze the key. in that moment, the palace will crumble and the treasure is revealed. *holds his hand up*

Bon: *looks up* "So, that hand-shaped mark up in the keystone?"

lewin: *looks around*

Bon: "What was Sir Pheles saying when he mentioned the hand seizing the key?"

lewin: hmm. *pokes at a floor panel*

*CRIK CRIK CRIK...*

Bon: "?!"

lewin: found it!

Bon: "What the heck is it?"

lewin: turn off the flashlight, first.

Bon: *does so* "..."

lewin: *shines his light on a mirror that popped up from the panel*

Bon: *looks up at the keystone* "?!"

-elsewhere-

kyouko: *puts on her raincoat*

Rin: "Hey, where you going?"

kyouko: !! oh, im just gonna run a quick errand, i'll be back before you know it.

Rin: " 'Kay. But it's getting late--use your phone's flashlight."

kyouko: ok. if im not back by midnight, make sure momo's put to bed, ok?

Rin: *nods* "Of course."

kyouko: thanks rin. you're really dependable, you know?

Rin: "Um, thanks? That's really nice of you..."

kyouko: see you in a few. *heads out* (right. they're my family...i know it's selfish, but i want to understand what's going on with them. and if this is the only way, so be it...) .... (crazy clown guy, here i come.)

-elsewhere-

lewin: boooon... boooooooon...wake uuuup~

Bon: "Hmmm? What?"

lewin: oh good, you're alive!

Bon: *groans* "What happened?"

lewin: seems we got teleported by that beam. and look where we are!

Bon: "Wh-What?!" *looks*

lewin: any guesses?

Bon: "...This is a cram school?"

lewin: yes. the cram school's predecessor, the exorcist training school, 'asylum'!

-elsewhere-

kyouko: *ringing the doorbell to pheles manor*

Maid: "Yes?"

kyouko: hey, is mr pheles home? fujimoto sent me.

Maid: "I'm afraid he is in for the night, but if it's from Fujimoto, he likely would want to hear. Come in. May I get you something? Tea?"

kyouko: I’ll have some lemonade if you have any.

Maid: "Coming right up." *exits*

*it's quiet*

kyouko:..... *looking around*

*look to be photos, aged sepia...Mephisto seems to be in some of them*

kyouko: *examines a few pictures*

*seems to be Lord Death, Fujimoto...another with...Abraham Lincoln?*

kyouko: ?? (what the....) *notices another picture, a small painting*

*it looks to be two people with Mephisto, as they stand among test tubes and beakers*

kyouko: .....

Mephisto: "Well, this is an evening surprise~"

kyouko: !!! *stumbles* jeez! dont sneak UP on me like that!

Mephisto: "This is my house..."

kyouko:...where's your office?

Mephisto: "Upstairs. You wish to speak privately?"

kyouko: im here to talk business. and in this regard, you're really the only one im able to turn to. *mutter* much to my dismay.

Mephisto: "Very well." *removes a key, opening a closet* "Shortcut."

kyouko: *enters and sits down*

Mephisto: *pulls out his chair, sits across the desk from her* "Now, then, what's going on?"

kyouko: alright, im going to get right to the point. *inhales* i want to enroll at true cross and the cram school.

Mephisto: "...Fufufu!"

kyouko: im being serious about this!

Mephisto: "Runs in the family, does it not--barging up to me, demanding entry into _my_ school..."

kyouko: *bites her lip, gripping her fist* im doing this for my family.

Mephisto: "...Make them proud?"

kyouko: rin and yukio....and uncle shiro....i worry about them. even if we arent blood relatives, they're still my family. and i want to look after them. i know, it's selfish of me, but what else can i do for them, huh? i just...i dont want to be out of the loop anymore.

Mephisto: "Hmm..." *pulls out an application form*

kyouko: *looks*

Mephisto: "Fill this out, then you'll have to pass the entrance test."

kyouko: alright... (heh...not wanting to be out of the loop, yet i dont tell them anything so i dont worry them....im a real damn hypocrite, huh....)

Mephisto: "And you'll need your study materials--" *drops a dozen books on his desk* "Payment up front."

kyouko: ...

-elsewhere-

lewin: you know why this place is so important? go on, guess. ^^

Bon: "It looks like a school--some old True Cross buildings?"

lewin: yes. but more importantly, it's the ground zero of the blue night.

Bon: "?! Wait--it happened under True Cross?"

lewin: according to official reports, satan assumed human form and had a child with an exorcist named yuri egin.

Bon: "?! A child? You don't mean..."

lewin: that's right, rin and yukio......strange, did mephisto place this school in a barrier? either way, we shouldnt waste time! let's go! vamanos!

Bon: "STOP RIGHT THERE!"

lewin: ??

Bon: "You have been playing the fool too long...We saw someone close to the Okumuras die...You aren't even affected by that. Are we responsible for his death? Am I?"

lewin: yeah, that does kinda suck doesnt it.

Bon: "You can't even _pretend_ to give a shit?!"

lewin: im not exactly an 'empathetic person'. i was just born different is all. as a kid, i was violent and loved demon research, and people didnt exactly want to be my friend, but i wasnt bothered bit it at all. you can imagine how hard it was for my parents, haha!

Bon: "Then why did you care enough to bring me?"

lewin: it's true i love demons, but i love humans and this world even more, so im willing to protect it, no matter what. the reason you're my apprentice is because you seem like a good person with common sense, i get antsy when i cant rely on someone for advice. i'll probably abandon you if it means achieving my own ends, so if you want to turn back now, now's your chance.

Bon: "..." *sighs* "I've come this far. If you need someone with common sense to put the brakes on anything stupid you're about to do...then I'm your guy."

lewin:....you're really masochistic arent you. welp, im not complaining! let's go!

Bon: >_<# "Tch! I'm not a freaking masoch--" *staaaaaaaares* "... ... ..."

*tap tap tap tap*

lewin: ....is that a spider riding a hand? *looks* we-he-hell! look who else is down here!

Hand: *tap tap tap over to ???*

???: "Lewin Light and Ryuji Suguro...What brings you here?"

Hand: *nuzzles*

-a hooded woman leans down and takes the spider-

???: kataro, what did i tell you about wandering off?

lewin: mr and mrs neuhaus! what a surprise! ma'am you're looking really good for a walking corpse full of jorogumo!

michelle:......

Bon: "..." *slaps the back of Lewin's head* "BRAKES!"

lewin: i mean that in the nicest way possible. ^^

Neuhaus: "Hmph." *walks by him towards a wall*

lewin: heard you and the mrs moved someplace, but i didnt think it was down here. also loving the facial hair, it's a good look for ya!

Neuhaus: "..." *examining the wall*

lewin: so what's new with you guys?

michelle:....why are you here?

Bon: "..."

lewin: weeell we're investigating the illuminati and found ourselves down here.

michelle: ........*she seems tense*

Neuhaus: *his hand along the wall forms into a fist, pressing against it* "..."

lewin: we also learned some interesting things about section 13 and elixers. and the guy we learned it from up and died! how funny is that? seeing as you also placed your blood seal on a contract of morinath, right, mr neuhaus?

Neuhaus: "...Section 13 is up ahead."

lewin:....huh, still alive. welp! we better get a move on!

Bon: "..." *follows Lewin*

Neuhaus: "...'Alive.'"

michelle:....heh....the irony....isnt lost on me.....

lewin: jeez, look at this place. you can still see the scorch marks....

Bon: "Sir, how is this still preserved? Did Neuhaus do this?"

lewin: most likely this time axis was put in a barrier to perserve it, in the real world, in it's place is the cram school. this barrier world most likely contains it after the blue night. in other words, it's mephisto's doing.

Bon: "...Multiple timelines. Great. I was hoping to have a headache tonight..."

lewin: oh boy, you dont know nothin' yet. but i digress.

Bon: *looks in one room--and spots--* "?!"

*there's a doll and a broken baby crib*

lewin: this place took in orphans with taint wounds and blood relatives of demons, and raised those with potential to be exorcist, but that was just the surface....

Bon: "You think they were covering up for something? Why take in orphans?"

lewin: well, we're here.

Bon: *looks* "?!"

lewin: careful it's wet. *enters*

Bon: "Yuck...Rain runoff?" *sniffs* "Woo! No..."

lewin: *shining his light into rooms*

-one room has medical tables-

Bon: "Sir, what was Mephisto _doing_ here? Why orphans? Did he...kill them?"

lewin: *looking at a bookshelf*

*it seems to be research notes for--*

lewin: !!! bon, look at this.

Bon: *reads* " '--drug for resuscitating--' So, is this the Elixir?"

lewin: bingo. *looking through more files*

Bon: "..." *reads one* "....Wait...!!!"

lewin: *looking at one file* ......!!!! (this is....)

Bon: " 'Donors possessed by demons high in regeneration'? What the hell..."

lewin: *looks into a room*...ryuuji...you might want to see this...

Bon: *follows* "Oh no..."

-inside is a lab with incubators-

lewin: this place......was creating copies of demon kings

-elsewhere-

momo: sorry the fireworks were rained out, guys.

itsuka: it's fine.

Bakugo: *rubbing a towel through his hair* *grumbles*

mina: well, we can still make tonight totally awesome. let's play hide-and-seek!

Hagakure: "Yeah, Yaomomo's place has to have a lot of hiding spots!"

momo: well, try not to get lost or break into any locked rooms.

Monoma: "I can hide b

etter than anyone--to the point where no one will be able to find me."

kaminari:...that dude needs to get a hobby.

Bakugo: "He needs to be lost and not found."

Tetsutetsu: "He's not that bad, once you get to know him."

-elsewhere-

shiemi: *looks out the window* (it's really coming down......gotta study.) *writing*

Shiemi's Mother: *sets down tea* "Shiemi, did you bring in the saplings?"

shiemi: ah! yes mom!

Mother: "Thank you...How is...studying?"

shiemi: it's coming along. it's a bit hard, but im learning.

Mother: "...You intend to pursue this exam?"

shiemi: *nods* i've learned so many things now. and i want to be able to protect those i care about, so...

Mother: *nods* "Shiemi...You're different."

shiemi: i guess i am different now, huh?

Mother: "...Against all of my concerns, you have indeed gotten stronger."

shiemi: ....*nods*

Mother: "But I do want to talk with you first...and if you still want to pursue the exorcist exam, I won't stop you."

shiemi: of course mom, what is it?

-elsewhere-

lewin: bon, give me some light over here. *examining a folder*

Bon: *shines a light* "...Cloning demon kings...The hell..."

lewin: look at this one!

-holds up a file that reads 'ambrosius'-

Bon: "?!!! Amaimon?!"

-CRASH-

lewin: !!!

clone?: BWAPAA!

Bon: "?! Did someone release them?!"

lewin: we might wanna run!

Bon: "Decent plan!" *heads to the exit--*

-PWOOF-

???: "Darn. And they were sleeping so soundly."

lewin: mephisto? is that you?

Mephisto: "I had set off that time axis, but it looks like years have passed there too. Time is a weird thing, isn't it?"

lewin: well, im no expert in wibbly wobbly timey wimey stuff, that's your thing.

Bon: "Ow...The hell is going on, Pheles? You just pulled us out--"

Mephisto: "Saved you is more like it." *sniff* "Ugh--you smell like death. Dead things, not Lord Death."

lewin: though im not sure how a reaper smells.

Mephisto: "Actually? Kind of like jasmine. Belial, show them the fancy body wash soap."

lewin:.....*makes a break for it*

-grab-

lewin: OwO;;;

Bon: "?!!"

felisia: ^^# where do you think you're going dear~?

lewin:....*gulp* *squeaks* mother.

Mephisto: *sips his milk*

Bon: -_____-; "The hell is even going on?"

-too horrifying to show-

Bon: O_o;

Mephisto: *finishes his drink* "Ah~"

lewin: *all fancied up* mrs pheles, how could you?

felisia: welp, revenge has been had, so im quite satisfied~ ^^

lewin:....it's official, angels are fuckin scary.

Mephisto: "Indeed. Now, since you've given us some amusement, how about I answer some of your annoying questions."

lewin: alright, why did you show us that place?

Mephisto: "To offer my own defense. Neither the Order nor I are working with the Illuminati. I assure you, we oppose them and Lucifer."

lewin: but how do the clone babies come into play here? that was fucked up.

Mephisto: "Well, you can blame lacking human imagination for that one."

lewin: ....

Mephisto: "Demons were conceptual beings. As human civilization developed, so too did their imaginations--giving demons more concrete forms. Demons even gained flesh and blood...You may not appreciate it, but as soon as demons for senses...Well, they indulged in carnal pleasures."

felisia: 7////7 *ahem*

Mephisto: "...I meant the wide range of pleasures--consumption, imbibing. In any case, flesh can't last forever. While magic can delay the rate of decay, such decay is faster for higher-ranking demons. Their egos will persist, but not their bodies."

lewin: so you're basically making back up bodies, then.

Mephisto: *shrugs* "It's a hobby. And it worked--for a bit, until the eldest baal, Lucifer, got super-pissed that his bodies were lasting only about a decade each."

lewin:....

{Mephisto: "I sympathize, my siblings--but it's not like you can extend your bodies so long--"}

{Lucifer: "Not unless we can manipulate time itself, as you can..."}

{Mephisto: ^^; "A little bit of hostility?"}

{Lucifer: *wheeze* "I'm not the only one, now am I?" *stares at Amaimon*}

{amaimon: *bandaged*.......}

{???: still, eradicating humans is a bit extreme, dont you think?}

{Mephisto: *nods* "While your body will ultimately fail, your spirit will persist. Isn't that enough?"}

{Lucifer: "..." *shakes his head* "I would rather kill myself--and take this Earth with me."}

Bon: "What the hell?! This kind of thing happened before the Blue Night?!"

Mephisto: "Let me put it this way--you know what happened to the dinosaurs? It was kinda like that--only narrowly averted."

lewin: ....

{Lucifer: "Demons will revert to mere concepts. That is ultimate equality. Why not bestow that gift to humans and the other physically embodied?"}

{???: i understand where you're coming from, but forcing it onto humans seems rather unfair to them.}

{???: "Oh, come off it! Humans have destroyed their world, plunging it into chaos--we'd be doing them a favor."}

{Mephisto: "..." *smirks*}

{???: and what do you find so funny, samael?}

{Mephisto: "Oh, nothing much--just this weird thing the humans developed. Any of you ever hear of biological cloning?"}

lewin: then what happened?

Mephisto: "So I set up shop in what you know as Asylum or Section 13. It's weird--sci fi lets you think clones are exact duplicates. On the genetic level, maybe? But environmental conditions of course will alter the look...and there is always the chance of mutations. And...well, those biological differences had an influence on the demons' spirits possessing the clones."

felisia:......

lewin: or in other cases, said clone develops its own soul.

Mephisto: *nods* "There needed to be a way to silence those souls...And to top it off, Lucifer's situation was so dire that a mere human body couldn't contain his spirit. That's why the elixirs were administered to strengthen those bodies, make them superstrong with the ultimate goal of making the flesh immortal."

lewin: let me guess, things went horribly wrong.

Mephisto: "Hey, come on--it worked fine for Amaimon's vessel--"

Amaimon: *hangs upside down* "Brother, we're out of whipped cream."

felisia:......how long has he been there?

Amaimon: "I came in during the horrific part. That was badass, ma'am."

Mephisto: *clears his throat* "Back to my story...We had been creating better and stronger bodies over the next few months. We thought we had our best one ready for Lucifer...But before Lucifer could enter it...something else did."

Mephisto: "We realized what inhabited this body...was Gehenna itself, the realm that birthed the baal. A demon of such a gargantuan scale could only be..."

Bon: "Satan..."

Mephisto: *nods* "Rin and Yukio's father. Once Satan acquired an ego...that was when the Blue Night happened."

Bon: "..."

-elsewhere-

kyouko: im home.......

Rin: *passed out on the couch* "Zzz..."

kyouko:......*puts the coat over him*......*heading to her room*

{kyouko: *weeping under her blanket*}

{Rin: "??? Kyouko? Hey, you there?"}

{kyouko: ....yeah...}

{Rin: "Okay..." *sits by her* "...I couldn't sleep. Would you like to talk?"}

{kyouko:....mom....dad.....*whimpers* t-they're...t-they're...*sniffle*}

{Rin: "...I'm sorry."}

{kyouko:....d-did uncle shiro...tell you anything? about what happened to them?}

{Rin: *shakes his head*}

{kyouko:....dad...something...took him over and....h-he killed mom.....i.....i had...i-i had to...*cries*}

{Rin: "..." *pats her back, hugging her*}

kyouko:......(they've always been there for me....at the very least, i want to pay them back...somehow...)

Fujimoto: "Hey, kiddo."

kyouko: !!! uncle shiro! jeez, you scared me...

Fujimoto: "I could say the same..." *grunts as he seats himself* "Where'd you run off to?"

kyouko: ...just running a quick errand is all...

Fujimoto: *nods* "To see Mephisto."

kyouko: !!! w-what makes you say that?

Fujimoto: "He called."

kyouko: *mutter* damn him, never knows when to shut up.....

Fujimoto: "What's this about selling your soul to get into True Cross?"

kyouko: i didnt do it _literally_!

Fujimoto: *sighs* "He always did exaggerate...Why you want to do this?"

kyouko:...can we talk about this in the morning? i had a long day and im really tired-

Fujimoto: *stares*

kyouko:.....look, i worry about you guys, ok?

Fujimoto: "Is that what this is about?"

kyouko: well what do you expect me to do, sit on my ass doing nothing while you guys risk your lives on a daily basis?! MAYBE IF I HAD A BETTER UNDERSTANDING, I COULD BE SOMEWHAT HELPFUL!

Fujimoto: "..." *sighs* "You're so stubborn. And you know the risks, ones we're all facing..."

kyouko:....i just.....i cant fucking lose anyone else....*shaking* i just cant....

Fujimoto: "..." *hug*

kyouko:..nng....*cries into his chest*

Fujimoto: *strokes her head* "This is a heavy burden you've carried for so long...I admire that you're trying to take on so much."

momo sakura: *yawns and rubs her eyes* uncle shiro? what's going on?

Fujimoto: "Sorry--just was talking with your sister."

momo sakura: oh no, kyouko's not sick is she?

kyouko: *sniff* i-im fine momo. go back to bed, ok?

Fujimoto: *nods* "I think we all could use some sleep..."

kyouko: yeah....good idea.

Fujimoto: *nods* "Night, kiddos. We'll talk in the morning."

-elsewhere-

shiemi: *in the loft, curled under a blanket*.............

Nee: "??? ..." *nudges* "Nee?"

shiemi: *rubs her eyes* h-hey, nee.

Nee: *nuzzle* *sympathetic murmur*

shiemi: *sniff* thanks nee....

-morning-

stocking: =~= too comfy. dont wanna get out of bed.

Kid: "D'aw...Maybe I can help?"

stocking: this is the opposite of a problem, babe.

Kid: *smiles* "I can imagine one problem, though. You'd have to get out to get breakfast..." *neck kiss*

stocking: mmn~ kiddooo~

Kid: "Hee hee...Do you have to go today?"

stocking: kid, if you keep kissing my neck, you're gonna be walking a bit funny. 7w7

Kid: "I'll take that as a no~" *slides a hand along her side, kissing down...*

-elsewhere-

suzune: *yaaaawn*

Matsuri: "Hello."

suzune: good morning, matsuri.....i wanted to thank you and your dad again for letting me live here. i appreciate it.

Matsuri: "You're welcome! You sleep okay?"

suzune: yes. *looks around her room*

-the room is kind of plain-

Matsuri: ^^; "Sorry it's not much to look at."

suzune: it's fine. im not the best at room decorating, to be honest.

-text on matsuri's phone-

arisa: [hey, what's taking u guys so long? chisato and i are @ the station now! >3<# ]

Matsuri: [sorry! on our way!] "Hey, ready to head out in a bit?"

suzune: y-yeah....are you sure about me coming on this trip? kamihama is a magical girl haven, and given my past, i've certainly made a few enemies...

Matsuri: "Well, I can't let you out of my sight. So if we encounter problems, we'll deal with them as they come up. It's simplest that way."

suzune:...r-right. i'll get my bag then.

Matsuri: "Great! I left mine by the door..."

-elsewhere-

Relan: "??? What did the Commander ask you to write, Shinra?" *he looks at file folders with people's names on them*

shinra: oh this? just writing some info on the members of the 8th.

Relan: "Oh--like confidential profiles?"

shinra: more or less. want to see what i got so far?

Relan: "Is that really appropriate for me?" *already flipping through one on Takehisa*

-file; Hinawa, Takehisa; company commander of the 8th. 2nd gen pyrokinetic. ability type; manipulating bullet trajectory (?), age; 33, DOB; Sept 23, side notes; -very good cook, -bad taste in fashion, -intimidating, -former member of the army-

Relan: "Heh--'bad fashion.' Oh, he's a Libra! I guess that explains his moodiness--"

Takehisa: "What moodiness?"

shinra: really? im not too good at horoscopes.

Relan: QwQ; *trying to ignore Takehisa behind him* ^^;;; "Well, Scorpios are said to have a lot of intensity--intense eyes, magnetic personalities, really passionate about what they believe in...I think that sounds like you!"

shinra: oh. .////. t-thanks.

maki: OWO

Relan: ^^ "Aw..."

Arthur: "??? Oh, you're writing a biography about my heroic exploits? Then I will need to have woodcuts for visual reinforcement."

shinra: riiiiight.... -_-;

Vulcan: *looking at one file* "...You got the number of tattoos wrong."

lisa: *notices one note*

-personal note; same hair and eye color as mikami kurai of the 5th? relation? or just coincidence??-

Akitaru: "Well, that's why we're reviewing these files to make sure we get things accurate."

tamaki: are you sure about letting shinra do this? a few notes seem rather....opinionated.

iris: he's even added a few doodles. i have to say, your art's really improving, shinra.

shinra: aww. thanks iris. ^^

Akitaru: "???" *flips through Arthur's file* "...Shinra. 'Recalcitrant' has only one 'e.'" *the doodle of Arthur also has him with donkey ears*

shinra: you like how i used the word? i kind of borrowed it from petra's 'word-a-day' calender. ^^;

Petra: "...Normally I would be upset, but I admire an expanded lexicon." *reads Karin's file* "!!! YOU HAVE PLANS FOR A FIRE ROBOT LABOR?!" *shiny eyes*

karin: it's more of expanding on my mech. ^^;

Viktor: "??? Wait, Maki, I thought your cousin was one of the Nakatsukasa?"

maki: well, technically tsubaki is tsugumi's cousin on her mom's side of the family. im tsugumi's cousin on her dad's side, since he and my mom are siblings.

Viktor: "...You're sure you don't have both fire _and_ weapon abilities?" *holds up a scalpel*

komori: *CHOP* *holds up a note* <stop>

Viktor: T~T ("At least my file doesn't mention Joker...")

Arthur: "Shinra's file doesn't mention his superhero footy pajamas?"

shinra: shut up! >n<#

-elsewhere-

-SLASH SLASH-

scarlet: good, again.

nana: *slashing at mannequins with a string of fire from her blood*

Joker: "Huh. Nana's movements are getting more precise."

ivy: that ring you got her really helps.

scarlet: *nods*

Joker: "You make that, or order it somewhere?"

scarlet: let's just say i know someone.

Joker: "Huh--metallurgy, I guess."

nana: *SLASH SLASH*

*a mannequin head rolls to his feet...it has an eyepatch like Joker's*

Joker: ._.;

ivy:.....

Joker: "...Ha! I guess any motivation is good motivation?"

ivy: she puts a lot more effort into customizing them. i just tape hibana's picture from magazines onto mine.

Joker: "Huh--I was wondering what happened to this one." *shows a swimsuit cover with Hibana's face cut out*

-elsewhere-

Sakuya: *walks into Naho's bedroom, carrying a breakfast tray*

naho: *sniffs* are those pancakes?

Sakuya: "With chocolate chips."

naho: OwO

Sakuya: *cuts a piece, holds it up on a fork to her*

naho: *nom* ^w^ yum!

Sakuya: ^^; "I was worried I'd screw this up."

naho: did you make them?

Sakuya: *nods* "From mix, granted. But I did add the chocolate chips."

naho: ^^ then the fact that you made them makes them even yummier!

Sakuya: "..." >\\\\>; "I-I'm glad."

-elsewhere-

Denki: "Hee hee...No one will find me in here."

maid: *opens door* ?!?!?!?!

Denki: OwO; "...I'm sorry--was this your room?"

momo: gerta? what was it, i heard-...KAMINARI?!?!

Denki: OwO;;;;;; "...Hello. You're probably wondering why I'm hiding amongst a closet full of maid costumes."

momo: WERE YOU HIDING HERE ALL NIGHT??!

Denki: "All night? Did no one bother to find me? Did I win hide and seek?!"

gerta: and also they are UNIFORMS! NOT. COSTUMES!

Hagakure: *walks up in just her socks* "Guys, this isn't funny! Where's my shirt?!"

Denki: "...Please tell me you are wearing your full-body suit, Hagakure?"

Hagakure: "Duh, of course I am!"

momo:.....i need to make a few calls.

-elsewhere-

Bon: "..."

lewin: *snoring*

Bon: "..." *kicks him*

lewin: *snort* gu-whuh? mom?

Bon: -_-# "Get up. It's morning."

lewin: *YAAAAAWN*

Bon: "...What Pheles said last night..."

lewin: yeah, crazy stuff, man...say, can you get that bag over there for me?

Bon: "Fine..." *picks it up* "It's not going to explode, is it?"

lewin: whaaat no!

Bon: -_-; *brings it over*

-inside are files from section 13-

Bon: "...You didn't."

lewin: our little secret, alright?

Bon: *sigh* "Fine. Don't blame me if Mrs. Pheles shaves your head."

lewin:....*trembles* QwQ;;;;; s-scary....

-elsewhere-

kyouko: *sniff* ugh... =~=;;

Fujimoto: "Now, add the pepper--"

Rin: "I know how to cook, damn it! Just sit your ass down!"

kyouko: i'll be fine, really. *sniff* *shivers*

Fujimoto: "I know. That's why you need a good hearty meal! Rin! Add more chicken stock--"

-knocks-

Rin: *practically breathing fire* "COOK YOUR OWN DAMN MEAL!"

Yukio: "I'll get it--" *approaches the door*

mami: hello. ^^

Yukio: "Ah, hello, Miss Tomoe."

mami: i brought over some tea.

kyouko: hey mami. kinda sick today. *sniffle*

mami: so i heard.

Fujimoto: "That was very nice of you. Sit down--we were about to have some soup--" *sneaks a bottle of pepper--*

Rin: *slaps his hand away*

mami: well, i brought tea to help make her feel a little better.

momo sakura: can i help make it?

mami: why of course. ^^

Rin: *hands the kettle to Momo*

mami: i brought elderflower tea, since it's good for combating colds.

momo sakura: *nods*

Yukio: "Excellent choice. Shiemi had mentioned some of them."

mami: ah.

Rin: "How've things been, Mami? Keeping busy?"

mami: i've been well for the most part.

Rin: *nods* "I heard something about you traveling?"

mami: oh yes, i'm planning to visit kamihama for the magica fest in august.

Rin: "Ah, right! Hope it's fun!"

-elsewhere-

Giriko: "You going to be okay for a week?" *packing a bag* "I can tell them to go pound sand and find someone else."

arachne: we'll be alright. eva- malaria said she'd stay over and help.

Giriko: "Girls' night in."

anna: guu nait een!

Giriko: "Hee hee--right on, Anna."

-elsewhere-

Axel: "Yep! I even packed the marshmallows!"

Saria: *pops up* "We're roasting marshmallows out there?"

hibiki: sure, why not?

Saria: ^w^ "That would be fun!"

Kazue: *pops up, hanging from above* *sign* <Roasted desert scorpions provide protein.>

Axel: "...Huh."

-elsewhere-

Yohei: *grunts* ("Another month with this cast...Perfect...")

saki: morning yohei.

Yohei: "Hey...Sorry, did you want to be alone?" *struggling to open the cupboard with one hand while holding milk under his arm*

saki: need some help?

Yohei: "..." *nods* "Trying to get a mug..."

saki: *reaches and hands it to him*

Yohei: "..." *nods* "Thanks."

GET: *walks in* "Hello, Saki-gege! Good morning, Daddy-gege!"

Yohei: "..." *looks away*

chie: morning. ^^

GET: Q_Q *downcast*

Yohei: "..."

chie: morning babe. *kiss on the cheek*

Yohei: "...Morning. Sleep okay?"

chie: yeah, feeling any better?

Yohei: "..." *shakes his head*

chie:....*hugs*

Yohei: "..." *one arm around her*

chie:....why dont we go for a walk later?

-elsewhere-

Chuuya: *passed out in bed*

sonia: *making waffles*

miyuri: *getting the syrup*

Chuuya: "..." *coughs, grunts, looks up, confused* "..." *sees his pants on the floor* "..." *looks at the clock*

-it's 10:36 AM-

Chuuya: "Shit..." *gets out of bed, grabs his pants, pulls them up*

sonia: *getting out the butter and fruit*

Chuuya: *exits his bedroom, heads to the kitchen*

sonia: good morning papa.

miyuri: morning~! ^^

Chuuya: *nods* "M-Morning...You're cooking?"

sonia: we figured we'd make some toaster waffles to help you feel better.

Chuuya: "...That is very kind of you--thanks." *sits* "Um...Can I do anything?"

miyuri: can you get the plates? miyuri cant reach them.

Chuuya: "S-Sure..." *wipes his eyes*

-elsewhere-

Yohei: *walks with Chie* "..."

chie: this is nice, isnt it?

Yohei: "..." *nods* "...Not too cloudy."

chie:...*hugs his good arm*

Yohei: "..." *leans his head* "Hey."

chie: you know i love you, right?

Yohei: *nods* "And I love you...And I hate myself."

chie:...*sigh* alright, how can we make you feel better?

Yohei: "...When I was there, I saw him."

chie:.....*holds his hand*

Yohei: "...Chie, a lot of this wouldn't have happened if I hadn't worked for Fear Factory."

chie:.....

Yohei: "When Fear Factory held me before...I thought I deserved to be punished. This time? ...I don't know. I just...It was like seeing if Dokeshi Hunt was trying to wipe out all humans at once...Those people who are dead now..."

chie:....*hugs* we cant change the past. we just learn from our mistakes to make the future better...

Yohei: "I don't know what kind of future I can make if my tech is still out there..."

chie:....

Yohei: "...I think I know what I need to work on next."

chie: *listens*

Yohei: "I think I need to find that tech--and get it out of hands who would abuse it."

chie:...*nods* that makes sense.

Yohei: "I can develop a program looking for the coding or news reports, then get to those locations to--...to...to..."

chie: *holds his hand*

Yohei: "...I'm going to need some help."

chie: do you want to see a therapist?

Yohei: "I-I don't know? I think seeing hallucinations is a big red flag that I probably need to."

-elsewhere-

ManBearFix: *slurps up his soup* "Hmph? Aren't you hungry?"

mimeca: ...

ManBearFix: "Come on--eat up! I'm even up for seconds!" *steals an inmate's bowl*

Prisoner 1: "..." *grabs ManBearFix by the throat*

mimeca: D8>

ManBearFix: *eyes bulging* OwO "H-Hey! Something the matter?"

Prisoner 1: "Never. Steal. My food!" *slams ManBearFix's face into his own soup bowl, holding him down*

ManBearFix: *flinging his arms*

-SLICE-

mimeca: *blade arm* *glares at the prisoner*

Prisoner 1: "..." *drops ManBearFix* "Don't they turn _off_ those abilities on you Dokeshi freaks?"

ManBearFix: @_____@

mimeca: *holds the blade up to the prisoner's throat*

Prisoner 1: "!!!! Hey, you crazy bitch! Back off!"

-SLICE-

Prisoner 1: *SCREAMS*

Guard: "?!!!" *slams the siren button as more guards rush into the commissary*

mimeca:....

ManBearFix: "Hey, you got us some company~"

Guard 2: *bashes Mimeca in the head with a baton*

ManBearFix: "?!!!!!"

-grab-

mimeca: *glares*

Guard 2: "?! Hey, let go--"

ManBearFix: "..." *glances at Prisoner 1, who is bleeding on the floor*

-SHIV-

Guard 2: *collapses*

Guard 1: *blows the whistle, as multiple guards tackle Mimeca, grabbing her arms*

ManBearFix: "Hey! Don't forget me!" *tries to choke hold a guard--*

mimeca: !!!

ManBearFix: *smushed face* "..." *muffled voice* "THAT'S IT! DON'T YOU TOUCH HER!" *grabs a guard's face--and vibrates their face off--*

Guard 7: *screams, their face ripped off*

ManBearFix: *picks up Guard 5, hurling them away*

Prisoner 2: "RIOT!"

mimeca: *spikes sprout out of her back*

Guard 6: "GRRK!" *falls limp*

Prisoner 3: *flips a table, crushing other prisoners*

Guard 8: *dialing a number*

ManBearFix: "So, this more fun now?"

mimeca: ^w^

ManBearFix: "Hee hee~"

*gas pours into the room through the vents as guards put on masks...*

mimeca: !!!

ManBearFix: "Aw, poop..." *getting drowsy...falls over*

-later-

ManBearFix: *groans...opens his eyes, finding himself strapped to a table* "...Is it my birthday?"

*someone is seated at a nearby desk, writing out notes*

mimeca: oxo

ManBearFix: "???" *looks around* "Oh, hey, Mimeca. How's it going?" *looks at her* "Tied up too, huh?"

mimeca: *nod*

???: *closes her notes, stretches* "Ah, you're awake..." *her hair is messy, her eyes obscured by thick goggles*

mimeca: .w.;;

ManBearFix: "You a doc? The goggles look like a doc. That, and the hair in need of conditioner..."

Scientist: ( - ) _ ( - );;; "Yes. I am a doctor. After your injuries in that riot--"

ManBearFix: "Ha! That weren't no riot! You should've seen that time I blew up people in downtown Toyky--"

*SHNIK!*

mimeca: !!!!!

Scientist: *stabs a knife directly into ManBearFix's eye*

ManBearFix: "... ... ...AAAAAAAAAAH! WHAT THE FUCK WHAT THE FUCK WHAT THE FUCK--"

Scientist: *takes out her tape recorder, talking into it* "Subject is experiencing the pain one would expect, despite the cartoonishly large eyes. No blood yet accumulating in the retina--"

mimeca: *tries to stop her, but ends up flipping the gurney she's strapped onto* O-<

ManBearFix: *shaking under the straps, until the knife is dislodged by slamming his head onto the back of the board*

Scientist: "Hold that thought." *flips ManBearFix's bed out of the way, approaches Mimeca's...flips the gurney back up, clutches her by the chin, examining her neck*

-there is a scar across mimeca's throat-

Scientist: *both hands are on the gurney, as she keeps talking into the tape recorder* "Subject 2, female, has scar across the throat--" *...what is holding the tape recorder if both hands are holding up the gurney?!!* "--potentially self-inflicted, given the reports of her Dokeshi ability..."

mimeca: *looks*

ManBearFix: *groans, looking at the floor...and sees things growing out of the Scientist's back*

*she has multiple limbs...*

ManBearFix: "...Handy."

Scientist: *one arm brings over a beaker full of coffee...sips* *sighs* "Ma'am, can you speak?" *holds up Mimeca's chin, leaning in*

mimeca: *shakes head and taps her finger on the gurney in...morse code?*

Scientist: *listening* "Uh huh...I hear you...So, you cut them out?"

mimeca: *tap tap* -tore them out, really-

Scientist: *clicks her tongue* "You poor dear..." *strokes her finger over the scars* "Does that hurt?"

mimeca: *tap tap* -it tickles a bit-

Scientist: *small smile* "I can imagine. It tends to happen when the skin needs to heal over..."

ManBearFix: *his eye has healed over* "Yeah, no shit!"

mimeca: *tap tap* -so who are you?-

Scientist: "A friend--as any doctor has to be." *still staring at Mimeca but speaking to ManBearFix* "I know: NoFix, the serial killer whose Power of Spin allows him to regenerate...and evidently that extends to whatever that medium did to transfer your soul into that plush bear before you experienced a secondary mutation that turned you into a tubby little cubby all stuffed with fluff."

ManBearFix: "Hey, tight ass! My friend asked for your name--"

Scientist: *one limb pulls a chainsaw out from under Mimeca's bed*

mimeca: OxO;;;;;

Scientist: "Call me Dr. Sasaki." *revs up the chainsaw, and brings it down onto ManBearFix*

-outside-

Guard: "..."

ManBearFix: *screaming at the top of his lungs* "SON OF A COCK!"

Guard: *hums*

-elsewhere-

Agate: *takes a step forward--and stumbles slightly* "Wah!!!"

remina: easy now!

Agate: T~T "My legs aren't listening to my brain! Something is still off..."

remina: want me to look at it?

Agate: " 'Kay..." *lies down on the workbench*

-elsewhere-

arisa: *grumble grumble*

suzune: are you still upset?

arisa: they didnt even apologize after bumping into us! the jerks!

Chisato: "Not everyone adheres to decorum."

Matsuri: ^^; "Let's just focus on the rest of today."

???: you really need to watch where you're going, rena.

suzune: ?

rena: w-well, i was _gonna_ apologize, but then she got all huffy at me!

???: come on, rena, it's not nice to sink down to their level.

arisa: WHO'RE YOU CALLIN HUFFY?!

rena: exCUSE me? i wasnt talking about you!

Chisato: *sighs* "I think we have places to be--"

Matsuri: "Let's not fight!"

???: sorry for the interruption. ^^; we're on our way to a live concert. ^^; my name's Momoko Togame, and these are my friends, Rena Minami and Kaede Akino.

kaede: it's nice to meet you. ^^

rena: hmph. 7n7

kanami: oh, we're actually on our way to a live concert too. i think it's 'Sayuki Fumino'?

Chisato: "Greetings. I am--"

momoko: NO WAY! you're fans of sayu-sayu too!?

Matsuri: "I'm Matsuri Hinata! Hello!"

arisa: hell yeah! her song 'Turn Table Innocence' hits so close to home.

suzune: um.... ._.;

Chisato: "..." *small smile*

momoko: i take it you girls arent from around here, are you?

arisa: yeah, we're from hoozuki town. we're the akanegasaki magical girl club! i'm Arisa Narumi, club president~

suzune: i thought chisato was club president? or am i misreading things again?

kanami: i dont think it was established officially?

momoko: oh, you're magical girls too? so are we?

suzune: *opens her mouth to say something* ah-....

momoko: ah! our stop is coming up!

rena: seriously!? come on! if we're late, im going to fine you both for $100!

-elsewhere-

Gin: *holding ice to her hand*

hirotsu: what have we learned?

Gin: "...When punching, you need to make center-knuckle contact?"

hirotsu: and to make sure you have proper knuckle protection.

Gin: "This is why I stick to knives and kicks. But I was so fed up..."

naoya: what happened?

Gin: "The witness was being uncooperative...and I missed."

-elsewhere-

Akutagawa: *carrying groceries, wearing sunglasses* "..." *looks both ways before crossing*

kan: hey! *waves*

Akutagawa: "??!! W-Wait...You're..."

kan: im kan kikuchi, from salamander publishing. i found you unconscious a while back, remember?

Akutagawa: "...Yes. I remember. ...Your shirt is missing."

kan: hmm? but im wearing a shirt.

Akutagawa: "You had lent me one."

kan: oh that one! sorry, it's been hectic, y'know? so how're you doing?

Akutagawa: "Surviving. Thank you again for saving me. Yourself?"

kan: no prob, im actually on my way to the armed detective agency building to hold an interview-

Akutagawa: *tenses*

kan: ?? you ok?

Akutagawa: *squeak* "Fine--" *clears his throat* "Fine."

kan: ...well, glad to see you're alright.

Akutagawa: *following them* "Thank you."

kan: ^^ ...say, do you have plans for today?

Akutagawa: *shakes his head* "I will be returning these groceries after I see something."

kan: ah. well, if you arent busy, maybe we could get pizza or something.

Akutagawa: "...You like pizza?"

kan: it's pretty good. my friend eiji knows of a pretty good place grissom street.

Akutagawa: "Hmm...Let me drop off the groceries on the way home and meet you there."

kan: sounds good. *writes down the name and address* here you go.

Akutagawa: "Thank you. So...An hour?"

kan: sounds good.

-elsewhere-

Jacqueline: *in lifeguard outfit, blows the whistle* "No running! ??? Karl, stop dunking food in the pool--it's got chlorine."

Poe: Q__Q *hiding under towel*

kim: cannon ball! *jumps in*

*SPLASH*

Jacqueline: *drenched* -____- "..." *blows the whistle, water squirting out* "No...Oh, forget it."

rowena: *dipping her toe into the water*

lenore: im not going in there. i'll molt.

Magaki: *staying under an umbrella--covered in sunscreen* "...I have to agree. The appeal is lost on me."

lavender: it's not for everyone, i suppose.

Higan: *staring at the 'no smoking' sign* "...Well shit."

lavender: yes?

himawari: pardon me if i sound rude but, i-isnt that suit a bit...erm...flashy? ^^;;

lavender: i know.

*people are staring...with nosebleeds*

Jacqueline: -____- "I'm not paid enough for this."

lavender: ^^

Shamrock: *cooking on the grill* "And don't go swimming after eating--"

Belkia: *nom nom nom*

lilac: *avoiding the water* Q_Q *shaking*

naho: want us to sit with you for a bit, lila?

lilac: ...y-yes...please....

Sakuya: *sets out a plate of chips*

lilac: s-sorry...i-im not good with..b-being in water....

Sakuya: "Hey, a lot of people aren't--it's normal."

naho: want to walk through the gardens later?

lilac: uh..o-ok...

-elsewhere-

Asher: *fanning* =_= "It's too hot...The desert is going to kill me."

izumi: we havent even gone yet...

Asher: "Hence the operative future tense 'is going.'"

Axel: "Still not the clearest sentence formation."

Asher: -_-#

-elsewhere-

Jinn: Q_____Q *silently clutching the side of the flying chariot*

zubaidah: im actually amazed we could find such transportation, and at such a price.

Jinn: *squeak* "Gr-Great...Watch the bumpy clouds, please..."

zubaidah: -_-; clouds technically are water, so we'll go right through them.

Jinn: "It's not like airplane turbulence--"

*BUMP*

Jinn: "WHAT WAS THAT?!"

zubaidah: *looks*

*something is under the chariot...a small sky whale*

zubaidah: oh!

Sky Whale: *small noise...bumps into the chariot*

Jinn: "D-Don't they usually go in packs?"

zubaidah: perhaps it's lost?

Jinn: "Does look kind of tiny...A baby?"

zubaidah: perhaps. *throws a rope down*

Sky Whale: *sings*

zubaidah: *checking for any injuries*

*the whale has scars along its fin...and a harpoon embedded under*

zubaidah: hmm....

Jinn: "What is it?"

zubaidah: they have a harpoon on them.

Jinn: "Ah...How to remove it?"

zubaidah: im a meister and a sage, im not a veterinarian.

Jinn: -___- "I've done enough first aid, let me loo--" *looks down* "... ... ..." *shudders* "Let me get a rope..." T~T;

-elsewhere-

Rin: *sets out ice pops* "Pick your flavors."

konekomaru: i think i'll go for the melon flavor.

Shima: "Grape, thank you!"

shiemi:....

Rin: "Shiemi? Hey, which flavor--...You okay?"

shiemi: hmm? oh, yeah im fine. im just not hungry right now.

Rin: *bites into a pop* "Well, cooling down is important--the summer is a bear."

shiemi: huh?

Rin: "I just mean it's really hot and stuff, so hard to deal with...like a bear?"

izumo: what does hot have to do with bears??

Rin: "I don't know--I just mean it's really difficult getting through it!" >_<

-elsewhere-

Damon: *rolls the watermelon to the mark on the sidewalk* "Is this good?"

soul: looks good.

Damon: *hands the baseball bat to Becky*

becky: *puts on the blindfold*

Damon: *spins her around slowly* "Okay..." *steps back* "Take a big step forward..."

becky: *raising the bat*

Damon: "Not yet! Turn, um, a little bit? Like 15 minutes on a clock?"

becky: *scoot scoot* like this?

Damon: *nods* "I mean, yes! Okay, step back one foot, and you should be good to go!"

becky: ok!

Damon: "Ready? And...swing!"

-WHACK-

Damon: *gets sprayed by watermelon* .________.;

becky: *removes the blindfold* you ok?

Damon: *licks his lips* "Hmm! It's tasty!" ^^

soul: welp, let's get servin'!

Damon: *hands a paper plate to Becky*

-elsewhere-

arisa: that concert was so good!

suzune: everyone seemed energetic enough. though i dont get the part about wanting her to cut them up. *sweatdrop*

arisa: tch- probably pervy otaku fans. that's one thing about these events i could live without.

rena: totally, pervs like them are the WORST.

kaede: congrats on your tied victory in the contest. ^^

kanami: it's gotten kind of late now, huh?

kaede:...wah! i just remembered! i promised konomi i'd help her at the flower shop!

Chisato: *checks her phone* "You have enough time to get there?"

momoko: well, guess this is our que to head home. thanks for today!

Matsuri: *waves* "Nice to meet you."

arisa: well, we should probably go find the hotel now.

Chisato: " I hope it's a nice one..."

-elsewhere-

Yohei: *lies down in bed...* "..."

chie: feeling better?

Yohei: *nods* "Yeah...I'll look up doctors after dinner."

-elsewhere-

Chuuya: *looking up something on his laptop*

miyuri: *staring at him* ^w^ watcha dooooin~?

Chuuya: "Just looking over a map..."

miyuri: ??

Chuuya: "Was thinking of a short trip.

miyuri: oooooh!

sonia: where to? *she's reading a book; Charlotte Briar and the forgotten labyrinth*

Chuuya: *looks up a hotel...* "How's this look?" "What do you think of the beach?"

miyuri: beech?

sonia: it's a place with sand by a large body of water, in this case, the ocean.

miyuri: woooooow!

Chuuya: *smiles* "Let's see...Clearwater, Virginia Beach..."

sonia: how far are we planning to go to the beach? somewhere in california? or the east coast?

Chuuya: "I think California...Hmm...Maybe Santa Cruz..."

sonia: *nods*

miyuri: *shiny eyes* SANTA CLAUS?!

Chuuya: "Um..."

sonia: ._.; erm....miyuri, do you want to read with me?

miyuri: OK!

Chuuya: ^^; "I'll book the travel..."

-elsewhere-

Asako: "!!! Goldie, come back!" *running through a crowd*

goldie: *runs up to a store door* *barks*

*the door opens...*

louisa: oh goodness!

Asako: *catches up, panting* "Oh...dear..."

louisa: ._______________.

Asako: O_O; "Um..."

Fitzgerald: "Enough delays, Miss Alcott." *pulls Asako by the sleeve--*

Asako: "?!!!!" D8<

louisa: s-sir francis! you have the wrong person!

goldie: *head tilt* ??

Fitzgerald: "... ... ...Miss Alcott, why didn't you tell me you had a cloning ability?"

louisa: i dont! my ability doesnt work that way!

goldie: *ruff*

Fitzgerald: "Well, now I'm all confused--"

Asako: *elbows him in the ribs* "LET GO OF ME, MASHER!" *socks him in the jaw*

louisa: D8>

Fitzgerald: *unfazed* "... ... ...Well, that cost me a good $100." *rubs his jaw* "Not terrible."

Asako: *picks up Goldie* "Stay back!"

louisa *FAINTS*

Fitzgerald: "?!!!" *catches her*

Asako: ._.;

louisa: i've seen my doppelganger, does this mean im going to die soon?

Walter 1: "It doesn't really work that way." *exiting a candy shop*

Walter 2: "Dude!" *exits the video game shop* "I've been looking all over for you! Walter 3 is in line to get our pre-order!"

Walter 1: "Oh, word?"

walter 3: DOG! *pets goldie* precious doggo, kyute widdle doggie!

Asako: .___.;;; "...This is why I stick with the hospital..."

-elsewhere-

ManBearFix: *back in his jail cell...shivering* Q~Q "I feel so violated..."

mimeca: *offers a cig*

ManBearFix: *takes it* "Thanks...Hey, where did you get these?"

mimeca: *puts a finger to her lips and winks*

ManBearFix: =w= "Oh, you~" *puffs* "...So, we've done the riot, we've scoped out the infirmary...That leaves getting put on mess hall cooking duty, and we're all set."

mimeca: *thumbs up*

ManBearFix: "And you just need to keep up the friendly relationship with the lady doc...WHEN SHE'S NOT RIPPING ME APART!" -^-#

-elsewhere-

Kid: *sets down dinner*

stocking: ooh, it looks lovely!

Kid: ^^ "Thank you--I hope it tastes as well. Bon appetite." *sits with her*

stocking: *nom* mmmm~

Kid: *smiles* "I take it that it's satisfactory?"

stocking: delicious! and quite savory as well.

Kid: "That may be the thyme..." *sits closer*

stocking: it really compliments the meat.

Kid: "I'm glad...May I...?" *sneaks a bite*

stocking: *chuckle*

kirika: *groans* some of us want to _eat_ thank you very much.

Kid: "...Don't you have a training mission to prep?"

kirika: i will after im done eating and not barfing my guts out.

Yumi: "Do I have to separate you two?"

kirika: *rolls her eyes*

Kid: "No, Mother..."

lord death: here comes the airplane~ *holds up a spoon of applesauce to shiori*

shiori: *nom*

Yumi: *smiles*

stocking: so how was work for you two?

lord death: same old, same old. working out missions, planning charity events.

Yumi: "Welcoming some returning guests..."

stocking: oh?

Yumi: *nods* "I shouldn't say given the NOTers' training..."

stocking: confidential info, got it.

Yumi: "I'll stay back--they can handle it."

lord death: and yourself?

stocking: -_-; dad sent me about a ba-jillion texts of shion doing stuff.

Kid: ^^; "Not too different from Father..."

lord death: ^^;;

stocking: i still have, like, 2000 more texts to go through.

Kid: "Your poor phone."

-elsewhere-

Akutagawa: "...That wasn't bad."

gin: dammit now im hungry.

Akutagawa: "Sorry...Let me cook something. What would you like?"

gin: im down for whatever i guess.

Akutagawa: *grabs an apron* "Okay. Pot stickers..."

gin: yes, thank you.

Akutagawa: *pulls out ground pork* "Hmm...I should've bought more oil...Hope this will be enough."

-elsewhere-

Jinn: *pets the whale*

whale: *baby whale noises*

zubaidah: thank you for letting us stop here for a while, sir.

swashbuckle: tis not a problem. ^^

Jinn: "Your ship looks a little worse for wear..."

*sidekicks are hammering boards to repair damage...*

swashbuckle: yarr, we ran into a lil trouble a while back while droppin off me griece and her friends back home.

Jinn: "..." (" 'Griece'?") "Sorry to hear."

swashbuckle: 'salright, we be survivin.

Jinn: "Hmm. Should be another few hours before our destination..."

-elsewhere-

kyouko: *lying face first on the ground* *grooooan*

Fujimoto: "That's an interesting approach to reading..."

momo sakura: waaah kyouko, dont die!

kyouko: i've read at least twenty-two-teen books today and i think i hear grandma calling us for biscuits~

Fujimoto: -_-; "Momo, I think your sister needs a nap."

kyouko: naaaw it's aaaawl goooood~ i just need to deliver this pik-a-nik basket to mr flamingo and i'll be *yaaAaaAAAAAWN* good.

momo sakura: *trying to drag kyouko to bed*

Fujimoto: *sighs* "It may be easier to bring the bed to her...I'll get a pillow."

-elsewhere-

lavender: ready girls~?

naho: just about! i got to pick out my hair ties!

Otogiri: "Ready."

himawari: *nods*

Otogiri: "I have the money, so we should be fine."

tsubaki: get back safely and stay out of trouble.

lavender: i know i know.

Otogiri: "I'll keep an eye on them."

himawari: ^^;

Black Star: "Don't do anything I would."

-elsewhere-

Hemingway: *sitting on the roof with a harpoon* "..."

emily: up here again?

Hemingway: *grunts* "Thought I saw something..."

Hemingway: "Ah, thanks!" *sips* "Mmm...Not bad. Reminds me of the Kopi Luwak from Java. You ever see a civet?"

emily: cant say i have.

Hemingway: "I kept one around for the coffee--you need the little critter to make it."

emily: um.... ._.;;

Hemingway: *looooooooooooong sip* >_>;

emily:...... ._.;

Hemingway: "...So, why are you still up?"

emily: couldnt sleep.

Hemingway: "Ah--bit of that going around. I thought you finished all that paperwork, though?"

emily: yeah, same here.

Hemingway: "Hmm...You know, we all depend on you to keep our heads on straight."

emily: oh, t-thank you.

Hemingway: "I would lie on that--so, take care of your health and get some sleep."

-elsewhere-

naho: *noms a crepe* mmmh~ yum! ^w^

Otogiri: "Mmm. It is good."

himawari: it's nice to be able to do these things once in a while.

Otogiri: "It's rare--given circumstances."

lavender: *nods* but that just makes it better, y'know~?

Otogiri: "I suppose...You do enjoy risk more than some of us."

lavender: ^w^

Otogiri: "Well, fine. Might as well go nuts. I'll have another crepe."

himawari: ^^ ......*notices a nearby church* ......

Otogiri: "...Himawari."

himawari: hm? oh, i-i'll be back momentarily, i just...need to do something quick.

Otogiri: "Be careful."

-elsewhere-

Rin: *yawns* "??? Hey." *nudge*

kyouko: *groan* hnn?

Rin: "...You got something on your face..." *peels a post-it note off*

kyouko: hnn? when did that get there?

Rin: "Seems you were writing notes...What's a 'bluey bloogur'?"

kyouko: *looks*

Rin: "Must be some intensive note taking you're doing--never heard of that demon! ...Or your handwriting is bad."

kyouko: maybe....*yaaaawn* what time is it?

Rin: "10:54."

kyouko: *looks outside* OH SHIT! I HAD A JOB TODA-

Rin: "!!!"

kyouko: *stumbles out of bed* ow! nnngh...

Rin: -_-; *picks her up* "Oh, no--you need your sleep!"

kyouko: i'll be fine, rea-*ACHOO* -,-;

Rin: "Nope. You're wearing out your body too much--bed for you!"

kyouko: *groan*

Rin: *tucks her in* "Now, go to sleep or I'll get Pops to tell you..."

kyouko: ....*sigh* fiiiine....it might....do some....good......zzzzzzzzzzzz......

Rin: *sighs* *turns off the lights, picks up her books*

-elsewhere-

himawari: *in the chapel, praying silently* ........

*it feels...like someone else is there*

himawari: *she doesnt seem to notice*

???: *slithers closer*

himawari: .....

Jeje: *watching* "..."

himawari:....*gets up and turns*

Mikuni: "Howdy."

himawari: !!! *stumbles back a bit*

Mikuni: "Seems you're a bit aways from home."

himawari: i-i wasnt aware anyone else was here....

Mikuni: "No one is ever really alone, are they?"

himawari:....i suppose not. *small smile*

Mikuni: "Yep. Especially when you're being watched."

himawari: *tenses*....i should be going, my friends are waiting for me.

Mikuni: "Oh, where are they?" *walks with her*

himawari:....

Mikuni: "They as talkative as you?"

himawari:.... *tries to walk faster*

Mikuni: *suddenly leaps in front of her*

himawari: !!!

Mikuni: "Come on--it's still early. Long before sunrise..." *leans in*

himawari: *shaking a bit, backing up*

Mikuni: "I was thinking...You want to get a drink?"

himawari: i-i already have plans for tonight, s-so i should really be going-

Mikuni: *is face to face with her* "I'm sure we have something in common that would be more important to discuss in private...After all, we both come from the same place."

himawari: *trembling, not looking at him*

Mikuni: "I too was kept at C3--"

himawari: *her eyes widen in terror*

Mikuni: *sad smile* "Yep. I commiserate."

himawari:..what do you want from me?

Mikuni: "Since I last tangled with some of your friends, I've wanted to makes sure y'all aren't causing trouble."

himawari:.......

Mikuni: "That one with the strings--Otogiri? Is she behaving well?"

???: you tell us, bucko!

Mikuni: OwO "Huh--?"

lavender: *glares*

naho: leave hima alone you jerk! >3<#

Mikuni: *smiles* "What? Just having a friendly chat--"

*Mikuni's arm gets caught in strings*

lavender: then why does she seem so uncomfortable, hmm?

Otogiri: *stares*

Mikuni: ^^; "Must've been a bad memory..."

lavender: *GLARES* come on himawari, let's not let this fedora-creep ruin our night.

Mikuni: "It's a cowboy hat..."

Jeje: *blocks Lavender's path* "..."

lavender: move it, bags.

Jeje: "We're not finished talking."

lavender: pretty sure we are.

Mikuni: "Jeje, let them pass...I'm sure we'll have another chance soon."

Jeje: "..." *backs away*

lavender: hmph, let's go girls.

Otogiri: "..." *keeps a hold on Mikuni's arm as she follows...*

naho: *pulls her eyelid down and sticks out her tongue* ngh! >XP

Jeje: *snake hiss*

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DEATH CITY DAYS CHAPTER 58

fuuuck yoooou kohaku aanbaaaaa~

and the impure king

also papa chuuya is best chuuya

Stein: *sips* valentine: *writing down notes* Stein: "Okay..." *draws a line on the chalkboard* "That's it." valentine: hmm? *The chalkboard has a few symbols: a flame, a foot, a soul...* valentine: what's that? Stein: "Biology. An understand of so many abilities..." valentine: ah. Stein: "...Just about there...and then...then... valentine: hmm Stein: "...Something is missing. There is this connection between these abilities..." valentine: how so? Stein: *taps the chalk between the soul and the fire* "Weapons and fire users seem to draw upon similar energies in similar ways..." valentine: ah. like elemental alignment? Stein: "Yes..." *opens an exorcist book* "...There has to be a connection..." -elsewhere- Chuuya: "Hmm...What'd you get for #4?" ochako: great wall of china. Chuuya: "Yes. But I can't get the year on it..." ochako: what about you, iida? Iida: "7th Century BCE." ochako: ah. mikami: i-i guess that makes sense? ryuuko: hmm... Iida: "And who was blocked by the Great Wall?" sayu: the hunny nut cheerios! Chuuya: ._.; sayu:...sorry~ i forgot breakfast this morning. ^^; Chuuya: "Order something?" mikami: i-it's ok sayu. you can have part of our bento. sayu: awesome! thanks mikamika! mikami: ^^ *her smile is soft, almost like rain's had been...* Chuuya: Q\\Q *covers his face with his book* ryuuko: *staaaaare* Iida: "...Close reader." ryuuko:...*holding mikami close* mikami: eh? r-ryuuko? .///.; Chuuya: *sweating, still staring at the book covering his face* -elsewhere- Tsukiyo: "Commander still under the weather?" fang-hua: a bit. Tsukiyo: "D'aw, that's too bad...Doc saw him?" fang-hua: *nods* Tsukiyo: "Hope he recovers soon--Konro seems stressed." -elsewhere- rowena: well, that should be everything. Poe: "..." rowena: hmm? is something on your mind? Poe: "I-I don't know..." ???: well, look what we have here? freak one and freak two out an about~ rowena: ??? *turns* kohaku: heh. Poe: O~O kohaku: out in the middle of the day? im kind of shocked. rowena: you're that aanba girl i've heard about, arent you? kohaku: holy shit she got it. someone give this bitch a fuckin medal. Poe: "..." *stare* kohaku: nyeh? the fuck are _you_ staring at? trying to think up some riddle to stump me? yeah, from what i hear, you try to do that to that detective, but it never works~! rowena: ?! Poe: *opens a book...* kohaku: and what about that clerk? do you really think she gives a single ounce of a shit about you? you're just a pathetic loser who only has a raccoon for a friend! how about you do us a favor and just drop dead? Poe: "I-I could suck you into a world of your worst nightmares!" kohaku: oh? and what will that do? nothing. because you're still going to be a piece of shit who cant even beat one of the greatest minds he's ever encountered! Poe: "I-I-I can suck you in!" kohaku: i can see you trembling, and you're stuttering. you cant do a single thing to me. you're nothing. nothing but a waste. rowena: ....*gripping fist* Poe: "I-I-I am-" kohaku: you're a freak! a freak of nature who couldnt even win the attention of his childhood sweetheart. you're going to die alone and unloved like the filth you are. rowena: stop it... Poe: … *trembling* *drops his book* kohaku: look at you. a pathetic mess. do us all a favor and die <3 Poe: *falls to his knees* kohaku: heh~ rowena: *slams kohaku against the wall, strangling her* kohaku: grk- rowena: insult me all you like....*glare* but dont you _ever_ insult my brother... Poe: QWQ -after that- rowena: are you ok brother? Poe: *sniff* "I-I hurt..." rowena: .....lets get you home... Poe: *sniff* *holds her hand...* rowena: .... lana: ?? edgar, rowena, hey! rowena: !!...good evening. Poe: "Eep!" *hides under his cloak* lana:....?? edgar? are you ok? Poe: *shakes* lana: ??... rowena: .....some rude person said some rather cruel things.... Poe: "I-I-I-I'm worthless..." lana: ...edgar.....*holds his hand*.... -after dropping them off at his house, rowena went back to the dorm- lana: .....*holding his hand and patting his back* Poe: *whimper whimper* "So pathetic..." lana: you arent pathetic edgar. you're sweet, smart. Poe: "I-I-I couldn't even attack her..." *holds up his book* "I was going to pull her into this tome of ceaseless torment* lana: .... Poe: "Th-The old me would have trapped her in a book and let her die in it..." lana: *stroking his back* -you're no better than when you were young- Poe: "I-I-I should be alone...That's all I deserve." lana: ....you got it all wrong! just because some asshole told you that doesnt mean it's true. they dont know a single thing about you. who you are and what you want in life... to be fair, i dont entirely know either, but i want to. Poe: "...I thought I wanted t-to make the best d-d-detective story ever..." lana: you will someday. Poe: "I-I can't even make one that Ranpo can't solve..." lana: well, he did say it was fun, from what i recall. Poe: "...Is that really enough?" lana: i believe in you, edgar. *smiles and hugs him* Poe: o\\\\o "..." *pat pat* lana: .....was there anything else bothering you? Poe: "...I don't know...So much..." lana: im here if you want to talk. Poe: "...Have I gotten worse?" lana: ?? Poe: "I-I feel ill, I sweat more, I write more poetically..." lana: ?? edgar.... Poe: "...Since I met you, I...I..." lana: ??.... ./////. Poe: "...I have felt weird..." lana: .... *brushing his bangs away from his eyes* Poe: *stares at her* "...L-Lana?" lana: ...your eyes are... ./////////. Poe: "..." .\\\. "Y-Yes...They have been this way all my life..." lana: ..... beautiful. *blushing* Poe: "???" lana: *smiles* *kiss* i love you. Poe: o\\\\\\\\o "...I love you, too." (*screaming internally* "I JUST SAID WHAT I WAS FEELING WHAT IS WRONG WITH ME?!") lana: *blushing* >////////< Poe: "...Am I still alive?" lana: hehe, yes edgar, you're alive. Poe: "..." *smiles* "I am glad." lana: *smiles and hugs him* Poe: *hug, soft sigh* =w= lana: this is nice... Poe: *nods* "You hug well." lana: ^///^ Poe: "..." *closes his eyes, letting out small pleased murmur* lana: *nuzzle* u////u Poe: *lies back, letting her head rest on his shoulder* =\\\\= -elsewhere- Akitaru: *sips coffee* iris: late night? Akitaru: "Yeah...kinda nervous about this mission..." iris: hard not to be. Akitaru: "You got the supplies ready?" iris: *nods* Akitaru: "Awesome...Well, get some sleep. I have to finish these papers." -elsewhere- Kepuri: *inhales deeply* akaderu: doing better? Kepuri: *nod nod* "I'm fully over this stupid cold." *sips orange juice--then grimaces* >___< -morning- Kid: *sits up in bed, stretches* stocking: zzzzzz..... Kid: *smiles...grabs his robe...* stocking: *shivering* Kid: *tucks her in...* stocking: =u= Kid: *goes to the kitchen, turns on the stove* stocking: *yaaaawn* Kid: *enters with a tray* stocking: aww~ *The tray has a heart-shaped pancake* stocking: cute~ Kid: "Suits you~" -elsewhere- Poe: "Zzzz..." lana: *yawns and smiles* Poe: *small grumble noise* lana:... ^///^ (thinking: cute) *small forehead kiss* Poe: "Hu-wha?" *opens one eye* o///- lana: morning, edgar. Poe: "...Dream wraith?" lana: *small giggle* nope. just me. Poe: "...Oh. That's...pleasantly surprising." lana: sleep well? Poe: "Yes. My dreams were quite satisfactory. And you?" lana: yeah. same here. .///. Poe: .////. "...So..." lana: ....did you want breakfast yet? Poe: "..." *stomach growls* .////. -elsewhere- Akitaru: "Rise and shine!" shinra: *yaaaawn* Arthur: =-= "Kill all...*yawn* dragons." Victor: owo *shaking violently* tamaki: zzzzzz...... Relan: *nudges Tamaki* tamaki: n-nyeh?! whodat? Relan: "Commander said to wake up--" tamaki: im up im up! Takehisa: *cooking breakfast* Vulcan: *thumbing through phone* maki: mornin'! karin: mornin’! Vulcan: "Hey, Doc, Maki." yu: *yawn* nozomi: good morning. Victor: "MOAR COFFEE." -elsewhere- Meme: *singing to herself* "La la la..." mio: zzzz Meme: "???" *leans down* mio: *mumbling incoherently* Meme: *smooch* mio: O///////////O MIIIIIIIIII! M-m-m-mEME! Meme: "Good morning!" mio: ./////. m-morning... Meme: "Ready to start today?" mio: yeah. *streeeeetch* -elsewhere- mito: *licking chuuya's face* Chuuya: *small grumble* "Huh? ..." *pets Mito* mito: mew~ Chuuya: *yawn* "Some night..." *gets out of bed* mito: ^^ Chuuya: *drags himself to the kitchen, looking back to see whether Mito is following* mito: *yep, she's following him* Chuuya: *sets down plate with food, refills Mito's water* mito: ^^ Chuuya: *pets Mito before pulling out a bowl and pouring in cereal* *checks his phone* -one text from kouyou, one from naoya, and one from an unlisted number- Chuuya: *goes to Kouyou's first* kouyou: [did you sleep well?] Chuuya: [woke up exhausted but got studying done] kouyou: [that's good] Chuuya: [thanks] *looks at Naoya's texts* naoya: [not comin in today. feel like shit -_- bleugh] Chuuya: [sick?] naoya: [ya] Chuuya: [feel better. want anything while i'm out?] naoya: [nah. hirotsu's got it covered] Chuuya: [cool. feel better] *looks at text from unknown number* ochako: [hey ozaki! U hyped for the sports festival? \(^o^)/ ] Chuuya: "???" [hadn't thought of it] ochako: [it's gonna be epic! i can feel it!] Chuuya: [okay?] -elsewhere- Mori: *tossing half-asleep* miura: good morning, sir. Mori: *wakes up with a start* "DON'T PUT THE BOW ON ME!" miura: i had no intention of that, sir. Mori: .____. "...Thank goodness--it was just a dream..." miura: likewise. anyway, i have your schedule for today printed out. Mori: "What's on it?" *gets out of bed, shaking a bit* miura: the usual, executive meeting later at 4...sir? Mori: "What? What is it?" miura: you seem uneasy... Mori: "Just a...bizarre dream." miura: hmm. Mori: ("Why did I look like...that?") -elsewhere- Shotaro: *eating cereal* nea: *yaaaaawn* Yohei: "Long night?" -elsewhere- todo: mamushi. get up. it's time. Mamushi: *groans* "Wh-What?" todo: it is time for us to begin. i trust you know the way. Mamushi: "..." *points into the forest* "That way..." todo: *nods and follows* Mamushi: "..." *stares at the trees* "I used to play here." todo: *saying nothing* -up ahead is a deralict building- todo: is this goma hall? Mamushi: "...It's seen better days." *rubs her eye* todo: then we must hurry. we've been wasting enough time as is. Mamushi: "R-Right..." *pushes away a large plank of debris from the entryway* todo: *entering* Mamushi: *looking around* "It's...all demolished?" todo: *peeeeek* hmm? Mamushi: *spots a light underneath debris* "...Wait..." *moves aside some debris with a grunt* "...A flame?" todo: how peculiar...im sure there is a secret entryway somewhere.... ah! there we go. Mamushi: "I do not understand. Why is there a cellar down--*cough cough*" todo: are you alright, miss hojo? Mamushi: "It-It's nothing I can't handle." todo: perhaps let me hold onto the right eye? Mamushi: "What?! But, teacher...you said it was dangerous to have both in your body." todo: it's alright. we're just about there. right now, im more concerned with your well-being... Mamushi: "..." *reaches a hand to her eye* todo: there we go...*small smile* -after busting down the door- -inside the room, a strange thing is suspended by chains and ofuda- Mamushi: *stares in confusion* todo: so this is the 'impure king'.....in 1858, the monk known as 'fukaku' made a deal with karura, a spirit that possessed the kurikura blade. but even with that, he was unable to fully defeat the impure king, so he subdued him by removing both the 'eyes' and sealing them away... *smirks* so this is what the myoda has been hiding for all these years...i wonder....if we return the eyes....will that revive the impure king? Mamushi: "Wh-What? But that--that idea is monstrous..." todo: then again....i am a monstrous man. Mamushi: "...What the hell are you?" -FWOOOOOM- tatsuma: ... todo: well, i was wondering when you would show up… Mamushi: "High priest!" tatsuma: not to worry mamushi, we'll finish this and get you home safe and sound, ok? Mamushi: *stares in shock* tatsuma: i will make sure this ends with me, and i wont let it plague another generation. -a bird like entity appears besides him- todo: the vermillion phoenix karura....what a splendid familiar... Mamushi: "High Priest...?" tatsuma: now, put the eyes down...and begone! -several fireballs shoot at todo- todo: *rushing at him* -FWOOOOOOM- tatsuma:..... !!!!! todo: heh... *removing the left eye* wakey wakey~ tatsuma: NO DON'T- -too late- Mamushi: *shudders* tatsuma: hold on mamushi, we need to go warn the others! Mamushi: " 'Hold on'?" -BOOOOOOOOOM- juzo: ?!?!?! w-what the? tatsuma: right on time, get mamushi back to the inn. juzo: w-wha? -a cancerous blob bursts out of the shrine- juzo: ???!!!! w-what is.... tatsuma: the impure king. -back at the inn- madoka: *walking through the halls, but hears two members of true cross* ???: they're seriously gonna kill the kid? madoka: ?? *listening in* ???: "He released his power. What else can be done?" ???: not sure what to tell fujimoto... ???: "...Wait until the task is completed." madoka:.... *her heart sinks and she sneaks to rin's room* rin...rin get up! Rin: *sleep talking* "I can't eat another bite..." madoka: *shaking him* rin get up! we need to go, now! Rin: *eyes snap open* "...Madoka? Why aren't I at dinner?" madoka: come on, we need to go, it isnt safe here. *getting her jacket on* Rin: "..." *grabs his sword* "Explain on the way." madoka:.... -elsewhere- uwabami hojo:..... !!!!! is...is that-? kinzo: HOLY FUCK IT'S THE BLOB! Bon: "...Oh no..." izumo: i-is that.... shura: motherfucker! uwabami hojo: everyone! front and center now! Shima: Q~Q konekomaru: what do you think is going on? shiemi: *going to check on rin and madoka* rin? madoka? are you in he-.... !!!!! Shima: "...They doing the nasty?" izumo: SHIEMI DONT LOO-....where the fuck are they? -they flew the coop- shura:.....fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuck. Bon: "...Damn it. What the hell did he do now?" shura: of all the times to go awol! *grumbles* did he find out about the execution notice? shiemi: EXE-WHAT!?! Shima: "Oh, man! If they weren't going to kill him before, they're going to now--" -shura's phone rings- shura: WHAT. IS IT? Mephisto: "Guess who it iiiiiiis~." shura: -_________- what the hell do you want? Mephisto: "I have a fun little document. Guess whose name is on it." shura: ....is this about rin? Mephisto: "Bingo! Give the lady a prize!" felisia: *clapping* shura: can you get to the point? we got kind of a situation here called THE IMPURE KING IS WAKING UP! D8< Mephisto: "Short version: Rin's gonna die." shura: I GOT THAT PART! and, spoiler alert, he and kaname flew the coop. Mephisto: "Oh! Where are they registered?" shura: we're trying to find that out! shiemi: w-we can help look for them! Shima: "Rin's pretty fast, though..." shiemi: he and madoka can help us fight the impure king, then that will clear his name right? Mephisto: "How am I supposed to know--I'm not Head Pope." "...Okay, sure." shura:.....we're on speaker mode, arent we? felisia: yep. shura: -__________________-;;;;; Mephisto: "So, have Rin defeat the Impure King, or kill Rin. Take your pick." shura:....*siiiighs* alright then kids, you heard the man. go find rin and madoka, then kick some impure king ass. shiemi: oh thank you miss shu- shura: just keep this under wraps for now, ok? shiemi: *nods* konekomaru: but....where are they? Bon: *stares at Shura* shura: that's the problem... *notices something on her phone*...............mephisto......why....DIDNT YOU TELL ME....there was a GPS tracker?! Mephisto: "I put those things on so often I lost track." *holds up his map--and sees 40 different color spots on it* "...Huh. Why did I put a tracker on _that_ person?" shura: can i narrow it down? Mephisto: "The blue dot." shura: right. *hands her phone to bon* you guys find rin and madoka, i'll help subdue the impure king. Bon: "How are you going to do that?" shura: just leave it to the pros kiddos~<3 -in the woods someplace- madoka: .....*uneasy* Rin: "..." *hugging his legs, turned away from her, seated in the tree branches* madoka: ....rin?... Rin: "...How high are we?" madoka: im not sure.......rin.....am i....being selfish? Rin: "...How?" madoka: when i heard they were going to kill you....i was so scared....and i made you run away with me because i wanted to keep you safe.....i dont want you to get hurt, rin....*trembling* Rin: "..." *hug* "Love is selfish--because the person you see completes you." madoka:...*hugs him* i guess....t-that makes sense... Rin: "...Where are we going? We can't just..." madoka:....im not sure.... -creeeak- madoka: WOAH! -CRASH- Rin: "Ow..." madoka: ow....a-are you ok? *she landed on top of him* Rin: .///. *nod nod* madoka: t-thats good... *blush* konekomaru: ._.;;;; um..... izumo: there you are! madoka: O-O;; Rin: o\\\\o madoka: w-w-we-we werent doing anything lewd!! >////< izumo: um...i didnt say you were? madoka: *realizing...and grabs a branch* im not letting you hurt rin! *her hands are shaking* izumo: *facepalm* oh for the love of. we're here to _help_ him. Rin: " 'Help'?" *holds his scabbard* "Funny way to 'help' when I got a death warrant." izumo: listen knuckleheads. do you want to stay on the run forever, or do you want a chance to clear your name? Rin: "..." *puts down scabbard* "What're you thinking?" shiemi: *turns him around.....to face part of the impure king* that. madoka: ....how did we miss that? -shiemi and the others explain the situation- Rin: "...So, it's weak to fire?" izumo: *nods* madoka: you're able to control the flames better now, right rin? Rin: owo;;;; "Kinda?" izumo: good enough. let's go! Rin: "Well, I'll need something to get up there--" ???: *cough cough* madoka: ?? izumo: ??... !!! bon! isnt that your dad?! Bon: "!!!" *runs to him* "Dad? What happened?" tatsuma: s-son? is...that you?...guess...i didnt die... -a small bird appears- karura: i have healed your wounds, but you must take it easy, or else you will certainly die. Rin: "...Why is that bird talking? And on fire?" karura: i am known as karura. once upon a time i was servant of the myoda dharmani, but when the secret was exposed, that pact was anulled. i am now bound to tatsuma suguro by a personal agreement. Bon: "So Dad can stop the Impure King--" tatsuma: i cant....im already spent. but i can tell you how to beat the impure king. it will continue to grow until it is the size of a fortress. then a large spore sack will form in the center. Rin: "...Then we just got to burn this mushroom. Where's the weak spot?" tatsuma: inside of the sack. but should it rupture, it will release a deadly miasma. Rin: "Right, that thing!" *starts running* tatsuma:....15 years ago, i made a deal with karura to use the aeon wave flame. it converts one's lifespan into flames. i was planning to use it to defeat the pure king, but i was only able to hold it in place. Bon: " 'One's lifespan'..." *looks at his dad* tatsuma:...rin...i want you to use the kurikura to cleave the impure king's core like fukaku did many years prior...then i will use the remaining aeon wave to finish it off... Bon: "And what will happen to you?!" tatsuma: *smiles* the lives of hundreds are more important than the life of your good for nothing father. karura: oh? you are tatsuma's son? Bon: "...Yes, I am." karura: i am able to transfer the aeon wave to one of the high priests blood. tatsuma: NO! bon's still so young, you musnt get him involved!! i swore on my life this plague would end with me! Bon: *bites his finger, revealing blood* tatsuma: !! karura: so that's how it is then? Bon: "It is. Give it to me." karura: so be it... -a flame appears from the blood- Bon: "!!!" tatsuma:....*sigh* i never wanted you to bear this burden... Bon: *stares at the flames* "...Just have to stop this miasma before it's too late." tatsuma:...listen close son. im going to reach you a barrier sutra. listen well... izumo: .... konekomaru: .... Bon: "Barrier...How?" tatsuma: should the spore sack burst, this will prevent the miasma from escaping....so pay close attention... Bon: "Right..." *watches* -elsewhere- shura: *slicing* damn! they keep multiplying... uwabami hojo: how are things on your end, mr okumura? Yukio: *firing shots* "Trying to hold the line--with little luck!" ???: mr okumuuuuraaaa~ Yukio: *freezes* -a red light is seen in the distance- Yukio: "...!! A fire!" myoda: good! bring it over here! Yukio: "I-I don't think that's an ally coming..." Yukio: *runs towards it* -a young man with feathered ears is staring up at the sky- Yukio: "!!! Todo..." todo: *grins* lovely evening, isnt it, mr okumura? -elsewhere- tatsuma: do you get it now son? Bon: *nods* tatsuma:...you're finally becoming a man. Bon: -___-;;; "...Whatever. Let's go kill this thing." madoka: we're right behind you, bon. *smiles* Rin: *nod nod* "Let's get going!" -back with yukio- todo: come on out boy, i just want a friendly chat <3 *throws a fireball* Yukio: *dodges, fires a shot* todo: ah, there you are. you look tired. busy night i take it? Yukio: *firing more shots* todo: tsk tsk, so violent. *It's coming down onto Todo* todo: *dodge* phew. that could have gone badly. i just want to talk. so tell me, how is your brother these days? Yukio: "Nowhere near you." -elsewhere- madoka: it almost looks like a real fortress... Rin: "With a giant mushroom in the center." kuro: rin! there's a really stinky monster around! Rin: "?! Which direction?" kuro: *points to the impure king* Rin: "...Oh. Um...Well, spores kinda smell, and you got a strong sense of smell..." madoka: kuro, do you want to help us get up there? kuro: NYEH?! rin! you guys cant be serious! Rin: "Well, yeah! We need your size and great leaping ability to get us up there to squash that thing!" kuro: *sigh* alright then. *POOF* madoka: thanks kuro! ^^ Rin: "Yay!" -elsewhere- todo: *dodging bullets* my my, what got into you tonight? Yukio: *silent, firing more shots* todo: did i touch a nerve? how's your dad? Yukio: "Quiet!" *shoots at Todo's feet* todo: i heard he's in weak condition. who knows how long the old codger has left- Yukio: *leaps at Todo, firing* todo: *punch* oops. Yukio: *knocked back* "Ugh..." todo: you must be so stressed from your family holding you back. i understand that completely... -he grins- todo: you're a doctor, correct? Yukio: "Yes...and you'll need one..." todo: from what i heard, fujimoto was also a skilled doctor. as well as a skilled dragoon, but such is to be expected of a former paladin....he always gave your brother the better treatment....and what of you? you were trained to be a weapon. his replacement, so to speak. Yukio: "Quiet..." todo: you think to yourself 'this isnt fair'....admit it. you hate your brother, dont you? Yukio: "N-No! I don't--" -elsewhere- kuro: *running along the 'walls' of the impure king* madoka: woah! Rin: *hanging on* O_O -tendrils shoot at them, but madoka shoots at the tendrils with her arrows- Rin: *flames along his scabbard, as he tries to swing at them* kuro: rin! i see a bolder down there! Rin: "To land on, or toss at this thing?" kuro: to land on! Rin: "Okay! Then do it, buddy!" -nice landing- Rin: "Okay! Now, point me to it's soft spot!" madoka: bon, get ready. -a large round shape is in the center- Bon: "Okay...Just got to prepare the incantation..." madoka: we'll hold off the enemy. Rin: "Right!" *holds the scabbard on fire* madoka: *shooting arrows* Rin: *striking at flames* Bon: *inhales* -elsewhere- todo: already tired? Yukio: *panting, struggling to stay standing* todo: *smirks*.....?? oh? what's this now? Yukio: *aims again--but stumbles, firing just past Todo* -several magic circles begin to glow- todo: so you werent just aimlessly shooting....clever boy. Yukio: *smirks* "You will be contained now..." -several watery creatures appear, some female looking, some male looking, some resembling children- Yukio: "Naiads..." todo: *smirks* water beats fire....well im right in a pickle, arent i? Yukio: *gets on his knees, panting, exhausted* todo: heh. you cant even keep up...so much for in your prime....*lunges and pins him to the ground* how boring...perhaps i should kill you here and now... Yukio: "L-Let go!" -inside the impure king- madoka: rin! look out! *shooting arrows* Rin: *dodges, still trying to unsheathe his sword* "Damn it..." -elsewhere- shura: ..... !!!! oh shit- everyone! outside the barrier! now! Monk #1: "!!!" -the spore sack twitches violently- Monk #2: "That d..."Monk #2: "That ain't good..." -BOOOOOOOOOOOM- Monk #1: !!!! -elsewhere- todo: *pulls back fist* good night, yukio okumura~ *about to punch* Yukio: "NO!" *he's feeling warm...* todo: hmm? *FWOOSH* todo: *jumps back* well, this certainly is a game changer... Yukio: *trying to look* ("Everything's dark...No...Blue?") todo: seems i underestimated you...those eyes.....they arent your own... -POW- todo: *knocked back* oof- Yukio: *vision slowly returning* "Wh-What?" todo: well, fancy seeing you here mr shima. juzo: word to the wise, it's not a smart idea to go flaunting your flames about like that if you're trying to hide. Yukio: ("...Flames...") juzo: after all the lives you have ruined, there wont even be ashes left of you, todo! -inside the impure king- madoka: *cough* rin! bon! are you guys ok?? Rin: *forcing a smile, as he swings his sheathed sword at tendrils* "Just fine!" Bon: *focusing the fire* "..." kuro: *looking at a large entity* t-that's- impure king: *ROARS* -outside the barrier, rain begins to fall- Bon: "...W-We can't stop this thing...It's not possible..." -elsewhere- Yukio: "..." *light bulb* todo: *still battling juzo and the others of the myoda* Yukio: "Um, excuse me? I think I have an idea..." juzo: eh? monk: you want to make a strategy now?! Yukio: *shrug* "It's that or Todo keeps gaining ground..." juzo: ....alright. what do you have in mind? todo: done already? awww, but im just getting started~ Yukio: "So you'll hold him while we let Mother Nature weaken him..." juzo: right. narumi! shishamo! take the lead! Narumi: "Have at thee!" todo: *battling* *smirks* have at me all you like, i'll just absorb the weaker flames anyway. it's almost like trick-or-treating! juzo: TRICK OR TREAT THIS! FIRE LIFE SAMAHDI! *throws a bigass fireball at todo* -BOOOOOM- Yukio: *watches* "Just a bit more..." todo: fighting fire with fire? despite how the saying goes. it wont work-...urk-...w-what? Yukio: "Over-working yourself in your old age, teach?" todo: ....clever boy... -FWOOOOOOM- *Everyone is blown back, Yukio having to hang onto a boulder...* juzo: is he....dead? Yukio: "He's ash." ???: huhuhuhu~ Yukio: "!!!" todo: *getting up, his body ash and crumbling* making me overheat. not a bad plan...however, dont underestimate the healing abilities of a phoenix... Yukio: "No..." todo: *crumbling in the rain* oh...i forgot its raining...this might....make recovery difficult... -inside the impure king- madoka: *panting* this is bad... Rin: "J-Just have to keep going...as long as we can..." madoka: r-right. cant give up now... Bon: *stumbling, his finger still pressed to the ground* kuro: *clawing at tendrils* Bon: *panting, staring* "How much longer...?" karura: with thing going the way they are, the barrier may not last if you continue to be exposed to the miasma. Bon: "I'm fine--" *cough cough* madoka: !! Rin: "Bon! Hang on! Let us protect you like those princesses in fairy tales!" Bon: "...The hell you just call me?!" madoka: ^^;; dont worry, we got you covered! Rin: "Yep! Shining Knight Madoka and Rin to the rescu--" *cough cough* madoka: rin! Rin: *waves his hand* "I-I can do it..." *smiles* "Just trust me..." madoka: *nods and keeps shooting arrows* Bon: *on his knees and hand, trying to keep a hold...* Rin: *knocking down tendrils* impure king *ROAAAAAR* Rin: *thinking, as he sees a small flame on his shoulder* "...Could I...?" madoka: *nearly about to collapse* Rin: *remembers...* "Do these flames only burn humans or..." *spots Madoka* "!!!" *catches her* madoka: *pant* t-thanks.... RIN! BEHIND YOU! Rin: "?!" *turns* -a large tendril is coming down onto them- Rin: *tugging at his sword* "Come on, come on!" -why was i saved?- Rin: ("...I just wanted to be a hero...But then...I'm...") -why did fujimoto save me?- Rin: ("Because...Because...I...don't know.") -why are you alive?- madoka: RIN! Rin: *flames are along his back* "..." madoka: ....*holds his hand* Rin: "!!!" madoka:....*smiles* Bon: "Urk..." *falling down* madoka: !!! Bon: *he lets go* Rin: "Oh crap..." shura: *fighting off tendrils* GUYS! NOW ISNT THE TIME FOR MAKING GOOGOO EYES AT EACH OTHER! D8< Rin: "THAT'S NOT WHAT WE'RE DOING! I'm trying to figure out how to burn these things!" shura: USE YOUR SWORD THEN! PROVE FUJIMOTO HE WAS RIGHT TO RAISE YOU! Rin: *tugs on the sword from its sheathe* -why did he save me?- Rin: *removes the sword* "So I can do this!" *ignites in blue flames* madoka: !!! *smiles* shura: *grins* raise hell, kid. Rin: *leaps and slices at tendrils* ("This is too slow...") ???: good grief. this is pathetic to watch. Bon: *lying on the ground* "Wh-What...?" Rin: "?!" -a large bird like creature has appeared besides rin- bird: i am ucchusma. the impurity kongo. the impure king is my age old foe. the blade you wield was once our lord's weapon. if you desire to defeat the impure king, i will teach you how to guide the flame. Rin: ._. "...'Kay. What's Step #1?" -the bird has now possessed the koma sword- Rin: " So, you gave me a power-up?" ucchusma: more or less speaking. i will call forth the fire life samadhi, a flame with the power to burn anything in the material world. with that, i will purify the impure king and the whole mountain with flame using your flames of satan. Rin: "Wh-What?! By 'material,' that'd kill everyone on this mountain!" ucchusma: so? it is of little consequence. all those who entered the impure palace and were touched by its servants are contaminated. the impure king can come back from even a remnant, therefore each one must be purified. let us go. Rin: "...So, just need to burn away impurities...even those attached to living flesh..." *small sneer* ucchusma: *chanting the sutra* Rin: *repeating the chant* ("So what do I do...") madoka: *running up the steps, shooting at tendrils as she does* Rin: ("Just need to burn...") impure king: *ROOOOOOOARS* madoka: RIN! Rin: ("Burn it all...Burn it all!") -CLANG- ucchusma: ?? why do you hesitate? Rin: "...Because...I can't kill them..." -its in your nature- Rin: ("No...I mean, I know I am...Satan's son...") madoka: *jumps* -BURN IT ALL! BURN IT! SCORCH THEM! THEY WANT YOU DEAD! KILL THEM BEFORE THEY KILL YOU!- Rin: ("...I want to...") -hug- madoka: *she had jumped onto his back, and is holding him* it's ok rin... Rin: "...What do I do...?" madoka: *holds his hands* we got this. all of us. *smiles* Rin: *inhales* "O-Okay...I just have to focus--* *FWOOM* *Flames cover Rin and Madoka* madoka: !!!....*closes her eyes* it feels warm... -a large wave of blue flames appears- uwabami hojo: !!!.... wha? monk: hey, only the fungus is burning off... monk 2: feels kinda nice actually... Yukio: "...Rin...What the hell have you done...?" monk 3: LOOK! THE IMPURE KING! -the impure palace is vanishing- Shima: "...Wow..." konekomaru: he...he did it! shiemi: *smiles* i knew he could do it! izumo: well i'll be... true cross member: wait, satan's son is...helping us? true cross member 2: am i tripping balls right now? Monk #3: "Not exactly proper language..." -the impure king has vanished, and rain still falls- Rin: *panting* "...Damn..." madoka: ha.....we....*she hugs rin tightly* we did it!! Rin: .\\\\. "...We did?" *looks around...then smiles widely* madoka: ^////^ *tears falling* Rin: "???" *hug* madoka: im so proud of you rin. Rin: "...You are?" madoka: ^^ of course rin. *smiles* shura: great job, kiddos. the three of you are heroes. -several people come running up- konekomaru: okumura! Bon: *struggling to stand* Shima: "What the heck did you all do up here?!" madoka: well...we beat the impure king. ^^ izumo: *JAWDROP* she says it so casually....are you _sure_ she's a rookie? shiemi: wow! so brave. madoka: oh, i was terrified! but i couldnt let that stop me. Rin: "Always brave is more like it..." *rubs the back of his head* ^\\\^ shiemi: ?? yuki? Yukio: *grim stare, as he marches up the hill* Rin: "!!! Bro! Look what I did! I told you I'd do this!" shura: ?? Rin: "I said I'd be the hero you wanted me to be, who Dad would want, who could leave you eating my-" Yukio: *Punch* madoka: !!! shiemi: YUKI! Rin: *stunned, down on the grass* "...What the hell?!" Yukio: "I told you not to use those flames!" shura: those flames just saved our asses! Yukio: "And what if he got out of control? He is Satan's son! The powers that be could still kill him! I told you to keep control of him, and you just did not list--" Rin: *Punch* shura: *grabs him* RIN! YUKIO! CALM DOWN! *clunks their heads together* Rin: X_X Yukio: X_X madoka: D8> shura: -_-; -later- Rin: *snoring* madoka: zzzzz....*asleep next to him* Rin: *yawns, opens his eyes* "..." o\\\o madoka: *yawn* hmm? hey rin....how's your head? Rin: "..." *touches his head--and winces* "Gah! Man...The Impure King must've hit me hard..." madoka:..... rin... Rin: "??? A-Are you okay? Did we win?" madoka: *she nods* yeah. we did it. we beat it. Rin: "..." *hug* madoka: *smooch* u/////u i love you. Rin: .\\\. "I-I love you...And I...I..." Shima: "OooooooOOOOOOOOoooo..." madoka: O////O s-sh-shima?! shiemi: oh my. .///.; Rin: o\\\\\o "WHY ARE YOU ALL IN MY ROOM?!" izumo: this is an inn, remember? Rin: "THEN CAN'T WE BUY EXTRA ROOMS?!" Shima: "So you can do things alone in this room?" madoka: eh......EHHHHHHHHHHHHH?!?!?! O///////////////////////////O *KO* awawawawawa -elsewhere- yaozo: and that's what happened. felisia: ... Mephisto: "...So, I guess we can't kill Rin?" yaozo: the boy is a hero. Mephisto: "So, no killing, got it." *sips his drink* "Sweet." yaozo: right....i'll just be going then. Mephisto: "So soon?" yaozo: *nods* if the vatican needs me to give a testimony, i shall do so. *exits* felisia: well.....*cuddles up to mephisto* seems we have the room all to ourselves now~<3 Mephisto: "Indeed~" felisia: i brought something special for the trip. so im just gonna put that on real quick, ok~? Mephisto: *chuckles* "Alright..." felisia: i'll only be a moment~ -after a short moment, something is felt pressed against his back- Mephisto: "...Oh. You." shura: *holding a kunai to his neck* alright. start talkin... Mephisto: -_-; "...Fine. So, the key is to use honey, not sugar--" shura: just what are you planning to use rin for, huh? Mephisto: "..." *smiles at her* "You know what would be a shame?" shura: is this going to be some vague threat? Mephisto: "Not vague. A promise." shura:.....*removes the kunai and heads for the door* i got my eye on you.........oh...and tell felisia i said congrats on her pregnancy. *exits* Mephisto: "...Huh." felisia:....*hug* i trust your judgement...call it instinct i guess.... Mephisto: "..." *hug* "So trusting..." felisia: *crawling onto his lap* now, where were we~? Mephisto: *smirks* "In the best place possible..." *smooch* felisia: ah~<3 konekomaru: *opens the door* mr yaozo are you-............. O____________________O;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;; *closes the door* felisia: OuO;;;; Mephisto: "...I usually enjoy audiences, but not like that." -morning- izumo: finally, we're heading on home. unagi: *peeeeek* Shima: .\\\. *waves* unagi: <um....shima-kun.....you'll....write back....wont you?> Shima: <Of-Of course!> o\\\w\\\o unagi:....t-thank you....renzou. uwabami hojo: ..... renzou. a word with you for a moment. Shima: "??? Um...Yes?" uwabami hojo: im fine with you having unagi as a friend, but that's as far as i can allow your relationship to go. Shima: "Huh? I mean...Wait, why not further? I mean, if I wanted something more--" uwabami hojo: *grabs shima by the shoulders and looks him straight in the eye* renzou. unagi is 12. Shima: “Eh-…….EHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH?!?!?!?!” -on the plane home- Rin: "..." izumo: koneko, shima, you guys look awful. konekomaru: i saw nothing...i saw nothing... Shima: Q____Q "The universe hates me as much as I hate myself." izumo: good. madoka: *holding rin's hand* Rin: "..." *pat pat* -upon arriving to the airport, several people are there with a sign that reads 'welcome home exwires'!- adrian: well if it aint the heroes of kyoto! seiya: congratulations. gilda: ^^ Rin: owo kyouko: oi! rin! yukio! Rin: *waves, smiling* kyouko: you....*shaking him* YOU ALMOST DIED MORON! D8< madoka: ^^; ???: -aAAAAADOOOOKAAAAAAAAA!!!! *TACKLES HER* madoka: AH sayaka: I MISSED YOU SO MUUUUUUUUUUCH! TT~TT Rin: X____X Bon: "..." sayaka: hey guys! how was kyoto? did you see kyoto tower? did you take pics? we got new students at school! one girl considers me her senpai now! kyouko: sayaka, inhale. sayaka: *BREATHES IN...then out* sorry. im just so hyped! Yukio: *grabbing his bag* Rin: "That's great news!" *shaking still from Kyouko's attack* -elsewhere- ???: right....i see.....i'll keep an eye on them....understood lord lucifer... -elsewhere- ango: ._.; um.....this is.....er...... Kunikida: "...Why?" ango: exactly. dazai, what are you trying to do here? Dazai: "You two have so much in common!" ango: i dont see it. Kunikida: "Agreed." Dazai: owo;;; "...You both can't stand me.* ango: .... Kunikida: "...He is quite annoying." ango: what you mean to say is 'neither of you can stand me'. Dazai: -3- Kunikida: "His grammar is atrocious." ango: isnt that the truth. -_.-; Dazai: "See? You're getting along great!" ango: -_.-; Kunikida: "...I'm going to need more alcohol." ango: tomato juice please. im driving. Dazai: *pouts* "Fine...I'll get your drinks." Kunikida: "...Was he always like this?" ango:....to be honest, he has improved quite a bit....thought that's a stretch. Kunikida: "...I'm reticent to admit the same. I can only imagine how worse he was before the Agency." ango: ......you're better off not knowing... Kunikida: "Perhaps. After his behavior at work..." ango: ....being in the mafia...can mess a person up...a lot...especially under the care of the mafia's boss... Kunikida: "Hmm...I cannot imagine." ango: .... Kunikida: *holds up glass* -elsewhere- Rin: "I just want to sleep for days..." kyouko: i can imagine. we got your bed all set up for you. oh, and you start classes again the day after tomorrow, just to give you a day to get your bearings back. Rin: "...Only a day?" Q_Q kyouko:....rin? are you sure you're alright? Rin: *nods* *yawn* "Just exhausted..." kyouko:..well, if you need anything, let us know, ok? Rin: *weak smile* "R-Right...Thanks." -elsewhere- Kid: "Feeling better?" stocking: yeah. *yawn* Kid: *rubs her back* "Need more sleep?" -elsewhere- Relan: *kitten yawn* shinra: zzzz Relan: "..." *hug* shinra: =///w///= Relan: "Feel okay?" shinra: yeah. Relan: "..." *rubs his hand lightly through his hair* shinra: =/////= Relan: "It's soft." -elsewhere- keek: Q_____Q Hawthorne: "..." barkova: *growls* heheheh~ Hawthorne: "Stop that noise, you mutt." barkova: *snarls* Hawthorne: *glare* barkova: *snarling* FD: "Down." barkova: !!....*silences herself, trembling...almost as if afraid* FD: "Corner." barkova: *crawling to a corner and curls into a ball* .... Hawthorne: "...Disgusting." yana: ... keek: Q_Q FD: "??? Why are you crying?" keek: THIS PLACE IS TERRIFYING AND I WANNA GO HOME! FD: "..." keek: i-i never asked to be brought here. i just want to go home and see my mom again... FD: "I can arrange that." keek: r-really? FD: "Yes. She would look nice with a bomb along her neck as well." keek: !!! no please! dont involve her in this! i-i'll be good! just dont hurt her! FD: "Then do as I say, before I get angry." keek: o-ok.... FD: "Zoey, what shall we do with them..." zoey: whatever you see fit, master fyodor... FD: "..." *smirks* "Care to have some fun?" zoey: for you, anything! FD: "Good. Take the pastor and get him to change that expression. Make the girl watch." -elsewhere- Yohei: *shivers* chie: everything ok, honey? Yohei: "...Fine. It's fine." chie: yohei...i can tell when something is bothering you...*hug* Yohei: "...Don't tell the others. Not yet." chie: *nods* is it....him? Yohei: *nods* chie:....*rubs his back* Yohei: "...New info at work. Just...Why?" chie: ....... medea: ....... *walking back to her room* ..... Shotaro: "G'morning Medea!" medea: !!! Shotaro: "Ready for breakfast? ...You okay?" medea: just....just tired is all....i think...i will sleep in today... Shotaro: "...Well, feel better soon." medea:.....right...... -elsewhere- Lucy: *grumble* anne: *poke poke* Lucy: =_____= "Stupid sleep..." -in another room- kirako: zzzz.... Dazai: *whistling in the kitchen* mii: *mreeeeeow* Dazai: "???" *looks down* -it appears to be a mouse.....with a camera inside it?- Dazai: "Hmm..." kirako: *yaaaawns* morning... *in a nightshirt and panties* Dazai: *kicks the mouse behind him* *smiles* "Hey there." kirako: making breakfast? Dazai: "Surprised?" -elsewhere- Hibana: "And pancakes are done!" *sets down...very burnt pancakes* mikami: um...thank you commander ^^; gabriella: ^^; hanako: yay! Hibana: Eat up~ -elsewhere- Meme: *puts on her sweater vest* mio: *yaaaawn* -at school- atsushi: *working hard* Kyoka: "Impressive." atsushi: *hella focused* Kyoka: *looks over his shoulder* -elsewhere- tsuyu: seems they're setting up for the sports festival more and more each day. Izuku: owo *shaking* ochako: this is gonna be so exciting! Iida: "An important moment to demonstrate our improved skills since last time we engaged in competition!" Bakugo: -____- ochako: what do you think, todoroki? Todoroki: *staring at an envelope in his hands* "..." ochako: >w> what's that ya got there? Todoroki: "Nothing." ochako: hmmm... Iida: "That looks like the envelope of tickets that were distributed to all students. ... !!!! You mean you haven't given your tickets to anyone?!" Todoroki: "Quiet." ochako: .... Bakugo: "What, you don't want your mom going?" Todoroki: "..." Izuku: "..." *light bulb* "!!!" eijiro: what about your sister? Todoroki: "...I haven't given her a ticket yet." eijiro: planning on doing that when you get home? Todoroki: "...I don't know." -elsewhere- Student: *running, tossing off his jacket--which is on fire* "Get away from me!" shinra: ?!?! Student: "They're not leaving me alone! Call the cops!" shinra: oi! the hell are you guys doing? girl in glasses: nyeh? who's this brat? Student: "Th-They wanted money! I gave it to them! Then they burned my jacket!" TT~TT girl in glasses: yeah, it wasnt enough brat. shinra: *KICK ATTACK* girl in glasses: tch- oh, you really want to go up against an oni? heh, be my guest. *holding a die, and rolls it. 3* -BOOOOM- shinra: *has already ran with the student* girl in glasses: !!! fuck! -elsewhere- Arthur: *puts on a mask* "..." mina: is that a welding mask, boyle? jirou: nice. Arthur: "I thought if the new recruit Vulcan can do it, so can I..." mina: like from star trek?! *shiny eyes* Arthur: "...What is this 'Trek in the Stars' of which you speak?" mina: dude, have you been like, living in the middle ages or something?! Arthur: "No era in this world ever dies, so long as it lives on, in our hearts and minds!" *holds up blow torch* -he was put on janitorial duty- Arthur: *holding a plunger* "...Vile toilet. I will be the end of you." marie: *SCREAMING* -BOOOOOOM- Arthur: o____o "...Truly, you are an expert..." -elsewhere- Kunikida: *holding his head, groaning* -the apartment is empty- Kunikida: "..." *stumbles out of bed* "Medicine..." -elsewhere- Benimaru: "Right there." kirei: *rubbing his shoulders* Benimaru: =\\\= "That's good..." -elsewhere- Poe: *humming* rowena: doing well, i see. *smiles* Poe: .w. "...Maybe?" rowena: how is lana? Poe: o\\\\o "...Lana-y?" rowena: ...brother? are you ok? Poe: *nod nod nod* rowena: ....did something happen? *worried* Poe: "...I have a girlfriend. I'm scared." rowena: !! brother, im so happy for you! Poe: .\\\. "I'm going to screw this up." rowena: o.o; why do you think that? Poe: "...Because I'm cursed." rowena:....brother.... Poe: "I'm not worthy..." -elsewhere- FD: "You completed punishment?" zoey: yes.... keek: *still shaking, horrified* Hawthorne: ………. FD: "Good..." *pats Zoey's head* zoey: ah~ sonia: *peeking out her door, just out of sight* FD: "..." *spots Sonia* "..." sonia: *has already gone back inside her room* ...... FD: "...Zoey, perhaps you should punish the other one..." *walks to Sonia's door* keek: *already hiding in her room* zoey: open up.....OPEN THE DOOR! keek: *whimpering* sonia:....... FD: *knocks on Sonia's door* sonia: .... FD: "Sonia? May I enter?" sonia:......... FD: *opens the door* sonia:....*stares at him* ....... FD: "...Are you hungry?" sonia:.... yana: not much of a conversationalist, is she? FD: "No. But she looks hungry. Might as well give her something." sonia: ...... -elsewhere- Bon: "..." *tosses a ball against the wall* konekomaru: *already catching up with school work* Shima: "..." *headdesk* konekomaru: ?? Shima: "I'm an idiot." konekomaru: is this about unagi still? Shima: *nods* konekomaru: ^^; well, to be fair you never actually asked. Shima: "She looked like her older sister!" konekomaru: *sweatdrop* oh, by the way, night market is open tonight. did you want to go? Shima: TT~TT *nod nod* Bon: "..." -elsewhere- Vulcan: *pouts* nozomi: everything alright? Vulcan: "Just thinking...about those Hoods..." nozomi: ....oh.... Vulcan: "Yeah. Just nervous about this mission." -elsewhere- Anya: *looking up at the sky* bailey: thinking about stuff, princess? Anya: -_-; "Don't call me that." bailey: isnt it true though? O.O; Anya: "...I just don't like being called that while I'm here." bailey: oh. im sorry. D8> Anya: "It's fine. Just don't make a habit of it, please." bailey: noted! -elsewhere- Giriko: *holding a ping pong paddle* "Ready!" -elsewhere- Gopher: "SMASH IT!" kirika: *squish* freaking roaches... Gopher: *huge sigh of relief, as he leans against Kirika* "So grateful..." kirika: -_-; Gopher: "I hate those tiny creatures, with their antenna and legs and...and..." o_____o kirika: what? Gopher: "...What if there are more of them?" -elsewhere- Medusa: *sips juice* neian: zzzz Medusa: "..." *rocks the crib just a bit* neian: =w= Medusa: *content sigh* grimoire: seems the child has mellowed you out after hundreds of years. Medusa: -_-;;; "I have not changed that much." -elsewhere- Yumi: *making Shiori's bed* shiori: zzz lord death: ^^ Yumi: *whispers* "She's growing so big..." lord death: i know. Yumi: "...Death?" lord death: hmm? Yumi: "...She's going to need you." lord death:....i know...hey shiori.. shiori: *yawn* pa! pa! lord death:...*craddling her* Yumi: TTWTT stocking:.....*walking away*....*sigh* Kid: *whispers* "Found you..." stocking: !!!! kid! jeez, i nearly jumped out of my skin! Kid: ._.; "S-Sorry..." stocking: *sigh* i-it's fine... Kid: "...What's wrong?" stocking: just this whole sibling thing im trying to get used to....it feels so surreal. Kid: *nods* "I have...some familiarity with that." stocking:...s-sorry... Kid: "It's fine...I have a sense how you may feel...but maybe I could ask, do you feel badly about this?" stocking:....how so? Kid: "Are you upset with the situation?" stocking: i wouldnt go that far. i mean, i am shocked, but im not mad or anything. Kid: *nods* "Any sense how you'll react when your parents have this child?" stocking: i dont really know....i'll just have to take it in stride. Kid: "...I think...your sibling will have the best sister possible." stocking: ^^; Kid: *pats her hand* -elsewhere- ebie: maaaaaail caaaaaaall! oscar: *looking at a letter*....i'll read this one in secret~<3 Steinbeck: "...We get mail?" ebie: yep! oh, and your sister sent you a letter! Steinbeck: *takes it* "..." rosasharn: [dear big brother, how are you doing? we're all doing well so far back home. midge is growing up so quick, she looks just like her papa. ruthie and winfield ask about you every day, as does ma. you know how she worries, haha. write back soon, your sister, rose of sharon.] Steinbeck: "..." *his hand shakes slightly* twain:..you ok? Steinbeck: "Fine! Just...fine." twain: ok then. Steinbeck: "..." *folds the letter, puts it in his pocket* -elsewhere- Lucy: "Another!" clerk: ma'am...you've had 9 shots of orange juice... Lucy: "A. NOTH. ER!" atsushi: OwO;;;; Lucy: *stares at Atsushi* "...Be my drinking buddy." atsushi: um... okaaaay? OwO;;;; odasaku: *sweatdrop* Lucy: *leans forward, holding the glass up to him* atsushi: here i go! *takes a full chug* haa... Lucy: "...I like a man who can hold his juice..." atsushi: ^^; (thinking: at least it isnt something like alchohol, i would die) odasaku: you and ango would get along great in that aspect. Lucy: *leans against him* =w= atsushi: O////////////O um... odasaku: .... 7.7; Lucy: *holds his hand, breathes calmly* "..." -a shiver goes up atsushi's body....and his tail pops out- Lucy: *feels the tail hit her* o\\\\\\o atsushi: O/////////O;;;; Lucy: O\\\\\O "...It's big." odasaku: you two um....need a moment alone? atsushi: yeah... Lucy: o\\\\\o "...Have you always been able to have that...tail?" atsushi: since this summer, yeah....i think? Lucy: "...What about..." *pats his head, rubbing his hair* "...ears?" atsushi: uhhh...... o/////////////o *sweating, tail twitching all over* Kyoka: "Is there sinning here?" atsushi: O_O;;;; odasaku: busted. ._.; Lucy: -_-; "Not now..." o\\\o "I mean...no?" atsushi:.... *atsushi.exe has stopped responding* Kyoka: "..." *takes Atsushi's hand* "He's going home. He is not feeling well. Goodbye." Lucy: D:< -outside- naoya: tough break, kiddo. Akutagawa: *clawing a pillar* naoya:...say, something rather funny happened the other day! Akutagawa: "ThERE'S NOthing fuNNY..." naoya: O-O;....well i was hiking through the woods the other day, and guess who i ran into... Akutagawa: "Dead hiker." naoya: no....mori. *she cracks up laughing* Akutagawa: "...Ha ha ha..." naoya: *grins* see, there ya go! Akutagawa: "..." -\\\\- "Let's just go." -elsewhere- akaderu: *in a fast food uniform, collapsed on the couch* X_X im dead.... -elsewhere- miura: ... Mori: "Well? What is it?" miura: no comment, sir... Mori: "Hmph. Not much of a conversationalist..." miura: -.-; Mori: "Can't you tell a joke?" miura: you mean besides kajii's 'sex life'? Mori: "...High five?" miura: *high five* Mori: "Good one!" miura: thank you sir. Mori: "You're welcome....You drink?" miura: im not physically able to sir, given that, in case you forgot, i'm a goddamn robot. Mori: "Motor oil?" miura: hah. funny. Mori: "...Do you do anything for fun? I mean, if you can't drink, what do you do?" -elsewhere- Mephisto: "How are you~?" stocking: doing well dad. how was the trip? Mephisto: "Illuminating." *holds up a gift bag* stocking: oh? Mephisto: "Something sweet for our sweet daughter~" stocking: *shiny eyes* felisia: hope you like it. stocking: *HUG* TTuTT Mephisto: "!!!" *pat pat* "Are you okay?" stocking: just happy... -elsewhere- Dazai: "Where did it come from?" atsushi: i think it just popped out cause i was nervous... i mean, i know it's a side effect of my ability but.... ./////.; it's still awkward... Dazai: "...Maybe see a doctor? Or...a vet?" atsushi: -_-; odasaku: that...actually is kinda funny. atsushi: no one is asking you od- Dazai: "??? 'Odd'?" atsushi: ._.; oddly enough? OuO;; Dazai: "...Okay. But maybe it's tiger puberty." atsushi: =////=; what was it like for you?.....when you started having those.....weird feelings that make you feel funny? Dazai: "...You mean when I noticed how attractive certain people were?" atsushi: i guess? Dazai: "...I think I lost my virginity before I realized how attractive people are." atsushi: O-O; um- Dazai: "It didn't feel like anything. Maybe other people's first time is good. But it felt empty. Just happened." atsushi:.....oh... Dazai: "With time, I had good experiences, and bad experiences. I screwed up, a lot." atsushi:....*pats his back* Dazai: *small smile* "You're going to be fine." atsushi:....t-thanks... odasaku:....*pats his back* Dazai: "And hey, you're getting sex education at school, so just be smart." atsushi: o-of course! .... .//////.;;;; Dazai: "??? What, you need some more sex ed?" atsushi: im fine thank you! Dazai: *nods, pats his head* -elsewhere- Jacqueline: "!!!!" *holds up the newspaper* kim: what happened? Jacqueline: "Doesn't this surveillance photo have someone who looks familiar?" kim: *examines* ?? *squiiiint* *It looks like her mom* kim:...*her stomach drops* Jacqueline: "...What is she doing?" -elsewhere- Todoroki: *holding the envelope* fuyumi: more fan mail? ^^; Todoroki: *holds it to her* "Take it." fuyumi: oh? um... *opens it* !! Todoroki: "...Will you be in attendance?" fuyumi: *smiles* it'd be my pleasure. -elsewhere- Meme: *frowning* tsugumi: is everything ok, meme? mio: you look uneasy... Meme: "Just tense...irritated...Want to punch something..." mio: did someone say some shit to you? Meme: "..." *nod nod* mio: want me to beat them up? Meme: *shakes her head* "...I want a punching bag. Can you hold it for me?" -elsewhere- eijiro: SPORTS FESTIVAL HYYYYPE! atsushi: ???? i am so confused. Lucy: "That thing where the Quirk students compete against each other?" momo: not just quirk students. over the years, it has grown and expanded to various types of students. Kyoka: "Such as ability users?" momo: i dont see why not. ^^ Kyoka: *looks at Lucy* Lucy: *looks at Kyoka* Lucy and Kyoka: "..." *look at Atsushi* atsushi: um.... ^^; ochako: deku. iida.....*her face is intense* LET'S DO OUR BEST!! Iida: ._. Izuku: o_o "Y-Yeah..." mina: its like she's possessed all the sudden. ._.; Izuku: "M-Must be pumped up?" ^^; Todoroki: "..." ochako: IM TOTALLY GONNA WRECK THIS! YEEEEAH! Izuku: o_____o Todoroki: "..." -later, at lunch- Izuku: "...So, I was wondering..." ochako: hmm? whats up? Izuku: "I'm sorry if this seems intrusive, and you're totally free not to answer. I mean, I wouldn't want to look like I'm delving into other people's business, but at the same time I think learning more about my classmates can help me rationalize what is--" Iida: *slaps Izuku upside the head* Izuku: *focused* "Why did you want to become a hero?" ochako: oh! um...well...uhh....i-if i tell you, you promise you wont look down on me? Izuku: "O-Of course I won't!" Iida: *nod nod* ("...Although I am taller than you.") ochako: well.....*sigh* im doing it for money. ^^;; Izuku: "!!!" Iida: "...Well, why is that wrong to seek a more comfortable lifestyle?" ochako: it's just...well, my family owns a construction company, but we dont get much business, so we're kinda broke. Izuku: "...Oh." ochako: thats why i want to become a pro hero. i can earn lots of money so my family can live easier lives! Iida: "That is quite noble!" Izuku: "Yeah! It's what anyone would want..." Todoroki: *around the corner* "..." -elsewhere- Yohei: *flipping through documents* coworker: oi, nanami. how's the fam? Yohei: *smiles* "Quite well. Kiddo will be doing computer coding in no time." coworker: haha. Yohei: *points to a pic on his desk* "Looks like his mom." coworker: he's got your eyes though. Yohei: "...A bit gentler than mine." -elsewhere- Hibana: *mixing chemicals* -elsewhere- Bakugo: *drinking milk--looking around him* "..." eijiro: you excited man? Bakugo: "...Just something to do. Got to show this class is the best. And that I'm the best." eijiro: yeah! ....you feel like someone is staring at us right now? Bakugo: "Every. Damn. Day." eijiro: almost feels malicious. creepy. *shivers* Bakugo: "..." *hands Eijiro a knife* "Toss this." eijiro: HUEH?! O_O; Bakugo: "He'll dodge it. He always does." eijiro: uuuuhhhh ._.;;;;;;;; Bakugo: "..." *takes the knife back* "I'll do it." *tosses it into shrubs in the cafeteria--and a loud yell is heard* eijiro: HOLY SHIT! Mineta: *sits up out of the bushes* Q__Q *he's holding a camera...* eijiro: oh. it was nothing important then. Bakugo: "Yep." Mineta: "YOU COULD'VE KILLED ME!" student: so? pony: *gives him a cup full of ice* Mineta: TT~TT "Thank you, Pony." pony: yeah, ya needed some ice for dat burn. Mineta: Q_______Q "EVERYONE IS SO MEAN!" -elsewhere- Stein: "...What's security like at this festival?" marie: they've strengthened it up five times since last time, given the incidents that have been occurring recently. Stein: *nods* "Gonna be loud...but it'll bring in ratings." marie: remember how fun it was when we were taking part? Stein: "...I was just there to win." marie: ...still, it was fun. Stein: "Hmm...It was kind of funny seeing Spirit lose." marie: yeah. kami was so pissed off at him for that. kneed him right in the balls. Stein: "...Ha." Spirit: *flames around him* "..." marie: OuO; Stein: "Oh. Hello, Spir--" Spirit: "LET ME TELL YOU ONE THING! THIS COMPETITION IS GOING TO BE MASSIVE! AND I'M GOING TO RECLAIM MY CREDIBILITY AT IT!" marie: are you...saying you're going to compete? ._.; Spirit: "...Sure?" -elsewhere- Master: "Put that banner up higher." miranda: *nods and putting it up* Master: *thumbs up* "The Sports Festival should be a killer for business." miranda: yeah. *smiles* remember that year i was in the olympics? good times. *smiles* Master: *nods* "We are still proud of you." miranda: ^^ -elsewhere- Hyde: *drops a TV into the living room* licht: *raises a brow* romina: ooh. Hyde: "Guess who's watching the festival?!" julian: us? Hyde: "Yep!" *hands Julian a bowl and a bag of microwavable popcorn* julian: ._.; Hyde: "I got plenty! So keep making it!" -elsewhere- Izuku: o_______o *looking into a shop window* "New...alternative...action figures...of All Might..." *grabs his wallet--and sees the cash* "Aw...I don't have enough money." ???: *hands him some cash* Izuku: "?!" *looks* ???: here. take it....dont worry, its not stolen or something, haha. Izuku: "I-I can't take your money! I mean, I didn't earn it. And it could be a poor example if I wish to be a model superhero. Furthermore--" -she smiles- yana: easy kiddo. im just trying to be a good Samaritan here. ^^ i can tell you really want it. if you want, you could pay me back some time later. Izuku: "..." *nod nod* "Th-Thank you! Um...Where do I send you the money?" atsushi: !!! here! let me! yana: ... Izuku: "???" atsushi: it's this one, right? -elsewhere- Iida: *doing squats* -elsewhere- Meme: *pants, pants...takes another swing at the punching bag* mio: *timing her* Meme: *punch punch punch* -elsewhere- Kepuri: "We're home." nea: welcome back! medea: *still in her room* ... Kepuri: "...Where's the psychic?" mana: she's in her room. she hasnt left since this morning... Kepuri: "..." *takes bags of fast food, hands them to Mana--then takes out a bag labeled 'Medea'* "Give the rest to everyone. Tell Shotaro I got him the Happy Meal he wanted." *walks to the stairs* mana: ok....medea? we got you lunch. medea:...not hungry... Kepuri: "Come on--you need to eat something." *shakes the bag* "We got you fries!" medea:...*takes the bag and closes the door* Kepuri: -_- "...You're welcome." medea:..*silently weeping* -elsewhere- Kunikida: "Report." atsushi: *hands it to him* Kunikida: "...You have not let this work get in the way of what you need to finish in school, have you?" atsushi: no sir. Kunikida: "Even that competition?" atsushi: *nods* Kunikida: "...Then wear this." *holds up a uniform* atsushi: oh.. um... ._.; Kunikida: "Promote us." atsushi: .___.; this is...um.... *The uniform has the Agency's name in big letters* Kunikida: "Is there a problem?" atsushi: not at all sir! Kunikida: "Good. Then get back to training. Dazai said something about sparring--" atsushi: *looks at the door* Dazai: *opens the door* "Meet your sparring partner!" *Someone seven feet tall is behind Dazai* atsushi: O_O;;;;; um...who is that? Dazai: "Meet Winnifred! She's a great compet--" Winnifred: *grabs Dazai by the head--and tosses him back like a ragdoll* -elsewhere- Kid: *sips his hot chocolate* kirika: *playing her game with mocha resting on her head* Patty: *collapsed on the couch* "Zzz..." liz: peaceful. Wes: *sighs, smiles* "Yeah." lord death: ^^ my precious family. Yumi: *small smile* "Indeed." *sets down drinks* -elsewhere- Bakugo: "I'm home." mitsuki bakugou: welcome back kiddo! so i heard you're takin part in the sports festival? Bakugo: " 'Course I am. Got to make an impression." -elsewhere- himiko: *watching tv* fang: guuba! guubaguu! Dabi: “…” compress: the joys of fatherhood? Dabi: "...Kill me..." compress: no help there. Dabi: Q_______Q -elsewhere- FD: "And done." yana: *takes a peek* huh. FD: "...'Huh'? I only get a 'huh'?" yana: i mean, what kind of reaction are you looking for here man, like 'woooah that is so cool!' or 'eeew what the fuck man?!' FD: "...Drive the fear of death into people." yana: ...dark. FD: ^^ "Thank you." yana: no probs. FD: "Now, I have to complete a task for our 'guests.' Care to assist?" yana: sure, got time to kill. FD: "Take care of the children. I'll deal with Hawthorne." yana: yep. sonia: .... barkova: 8D keek: Q_Q FD: "Have fun~" *closes the door* yana: alright brats, listen the fuck up. it's story time. FD: *approaches Hawthorne's room--and spots blood under the door* "..." *knocks down the door* "...What fun is this if you're going to torture yourself?" Hawthorne: "..." mitchell?: h e a s k e d y o u a q u e s t i o n... Hawthorne: "I...am not here for anyone's amusement--" FD: "Really? Because this is rather amusing in how pathetic you look." Hawthorne: "..." zoey: he is pathetic, isnt he master fyodor? FD: "Indeed. Zoey, he is filthy. Remove those rags from him." zoey: *tearing them off* Hawthorne: *does not resist, stares at the floor* FD: "Look at me." Hawthorne: "..." FD: "...Zoey..." zoey:...*slaps hawthorne* he gave you an order. Hawthorne: *swallows...looks up* FD: "I need you at your best. This is not it. Your mind is like clay, which we will mold. But your body...Zoey will now do what is necessary to fix you up. Fix his wounds and heal his scars as well as you can." zoey: of course, master fyodor. FD: *nods* "I will leave you to it." *turns to depart* Hawthorne: "Will you give me what I ask?" FD: "...And more." *departs* -elsewhere- Chuuya: *looks at the poster* " 'Sports festival'?" kouyou: i even went and got you some new gym clothes~ *holding up a green track suit* Chuuya: "...Green?" naoya: she said something about it bringing your hair out? kouyou: ... Chuuya: "...F-Fine..." -elsewhere- Mori: "Now, get some sleep." elise: zzzzz =u= Mori: *small smile, as he tucks her in and exits* -...- Mori: *sighs* ("Too quiet.") -....- Mori: *presses a button on the intercom* miura: yes sir? Mori: "Come here." miura: do you require something, sir? Mori: "...Someone to speak with. I...want company." miura:...are you requesting anything lewd of me, sir? Mori: *shakes his head 'no'* "...I don't want to be alone tonight." miura:...very well then, sir. Mori: *nods* "Thank you...Do you...drink tea?" miura: no. Mori: "...Do you have more jokes memorized?" miura:...sir.. Mori: "...What? Are you suggesting _I_ am a joke?" miura: not at all sir. Mori: "...Do you dream?" miura: surprisingly, no. i do not dream of electric sheep. Mori: *smirks* "And that, Miura, is a joke." miura:...ah. Mori: "...Do you like it here?" miura: it's the only place i really know, so i suppose yes. Mori: "You can always see more places." miura: i have no particular interest at present. Mori: "But is there anything keeping you here?" miura: simple. i have a job to do. Mori: "...What if there was more to keep you?" miura: if you're suggesting anything sexual, im afraid i will have to decline. Mori: "...Not what I..." *sighs* "Nevermind. But promise me, you will consider not some_one_, but some_thing_, that fulfills you, makes you want to stay other than work." miura:...i'll consider it. Mori: *nods* "...May you sleep by my side tonight? Nothing sexual. Just to know I am not alone." miura:...very well. Mori: *opens the door to his room...stays dressed, just lies down...* miura:...*pats his head, like a mother would to her child* Mori: *small shake...* miura:.......*small humming* Mori: *closes his eyes* "M..." miura: .... Mori: "Zzz..." miura:...sleep well sir.... Mori: *sleeps* -elsewhere- Giovanni: "Unacceptable." lisa: .... Giovanni: *holds the photo up to her* "You took this from the workshop, didn't you?" lisa: ..... -elsewhere- Relan: *shivers* shinra: *hug* ^^ Relan: *calms down...* "Zzz..." -morning- Motojirou: *snoring* ayako: WAAAAKEE UUUUUUUP! *banging pans together* Motojirou: O___O *falls off* "Ouch!" ayako: YAAAAY HE'S UP! Motojirou: "...What now? I was having good dreams." ayako: we got stuff to do today! Motojirou: -____- "Can I at least eat first?" -elsewhere- Mori: *snoring* miura: .... (thinking: he was...almost like a child in that moment....) Mori: *turns over, yawns, opens his eyes* "...???" miura: good morning sir. Mori: ._. "...Good morning. Did you sleep?" -elsewhere- atsushi: .... odasaku: nervous? atsushi:...i dunno.... odasaku:....*head pat* atsushi: thanks. odasaku: no probs. *Knock knock* atsushi: it's open. Lucy: *pops in her head* "Ready?" atsushi: yeah. *smiles* Lucy: "...You look better smiling." *smiles back* atsushi: .///////////. Lucy: "Now hurry up." -elsewhere- Kid: *hums* stocking: =////u////= Kid: *smiles* "Well, look at that..." stocking: hmm? what? Kid: *small smooch on her nose* stocking: hehe~ Kid: "And what are you up to today?" *hug* stocking: not much, you? Kid: "I have the day off..." stocking: ah. Kid: "May I spend my day with you?" stocking: it would be my pleasure~ Kid: *offers his arm, smiles* stocking: *smooch* ~<3 Kid: ^\\\^ -elsewhere- Todoroki: *jogging* ochako: *whistling* Todoroki: "???" ochako: hey todoroki! training hard? Todoroki: "...Oh. Hello. Yes." ochako: this is gonna be eeeepiiiic! Todoroki: "...It will be an opportunity for true heroes to rise to prominence." ochako: i know! >u< Todoroki: "...Well, good luck." ochako: you too, todoroki! ^^ Todoroki: -\\\\- "...Okay." ochako: ^^ Todoroki: "...Are you jogging as well?" ochako: yep! im pumped! Todoroki: "...I was taking this path..." ochako: cool! i think the observatory tower is up ahead. you can see a huge part of the city from there! Todoroki: "Oh. I have not been there." ochako: eh? for real? well, death city is a huge place. maybe we could stop by? Todoroki: "...If we can climb the stairs." ochako: you're on! Todoroki: *follows...small smile* -elsewhere- FD: "And did he learn his lesson?" zoey: yes... FD: "Very good...What is he doing now?" zoey: healing for now.... FD: "Good...Because you and I must speak." zoey: what is it? FD: "Are you happy here?" zoey: of course i am! if i can be by your side, i'm more than happy! FD: "Because I would hate to think you are as miserable as others occupying this location...After how Hawthorne behaved, I cannot afford to have you be unhappy." zoey: *blush* FD: "How may I improve your mood?" -elsewhere- Relan: "I can't imagine being in that festival..." shinra: i think you could have the potential. Relan: "When the competitors include...that explode-y guy?" shinra: we could take him on! >u< Bakugo: "...Really?" Relan: Q_Q shinra: JEZZUSFUCK! iris: how long was he....? Relan: *hides behind Iris* -elsewhere- Dazai: *staring at the dish in the oven* "..." *in an apron and with oven mitts* "...Just a bit more." -ding- Dazai: ^W^ *opens the oven removes the dish* "..." *inhales* "Ah, good..." -elsewhere- Akutagawa: "This outfit is stupid." gin: well it's practical. Akutagawa: "I fail to see why I must wear this." naoya: ceremonial. i wore the same kind of outfit when i was in high school. Akutagawa: "Yours was this goofy?" naoya: eh. i had no real opinion. could have been worse, you could be down to practically your underwear! Akutagawa: "...I'm debating that point..." higuchi:.... ._.; Akutagawa: "I have no more time for this. Are the measurements sufficient on this attire?" -elsewhere- Akane: *speaking to security* "Be sure to check in and check out when you finish your shift." guard: *salutes* sir. Akane: "...Interesting cape. Your name?" guy: they call me 'the crooster!' clay: ACK! Akane: *writing down the name, then looks at Clay* "???" clay: MY EYES BURN DUDE! namiko: TT_TT *hiding under the bleachers* Akane: *sighs, puts on goggles, tosses bottle of drops to Clay* "At least we have 'tear gas' as a superhero this year..." namiko: that's fair. midnight: it's 'teary blue' actually. Akane: "Just describing the practical technique...So, all exits are guarded. After the last attack on students, whether by villains or rogue witches, I'm happy to have most preparations completed." clay: and protection from giant whales falling out of the sky! Akane: "...I told you, they don't migrate here." clay: then explain the one that fell into the lake then a few months ago, huh? Akane: "...That was a whale commandeered by electronic implants." clay: so like a robo whale? Akane: "Yes." clay: oh. Akane: "Professor Midnight, who is your biggest hero, height-wise?" midnight: in terms of height? as in all the time or maximum growth? -elsewhere- Iida: "...Brother? It's me..." tensei: oh, a pleasure to hear from you, tenya. what's up? Iida: *small smile* "I'm preparing for the festival. I've been improving my training. I...just want..." tensei: hmm? Iida: "...bring honor to our family." tensei: *smiles* i think you already are. Iida: "..." *manly tears, bows* "THANK YOU, BROTHER!" -elsewhere- Hiro: *looking at festival schedule* "Some musical performances on some evenings..." EF: ah. Hiro: "You get tickets?" EF: yep. Hiro: "Same. Guess I'll see you there! I hope I can actually see it this year--usually, someone is blocking my view..." -elsewhere- Reporter: *waving at teachers* "Excuse me! An interview, please!" marie: oh. you're ann terveau, from the news station? Reporter: *beaming* "Yes, I am! And you...Mjolnir, correct? The student from an earlier festival and now a teacher here, correct?" marie: that's correct. and dont forget that im a death scythe~ ^^ *wink* Ann: "...O-Of course not." ^^; "I wanted to ask about the upcoming Festival. Who are the students favored to win this year?" marie: well, as a teacher, i shouldnt really be picking favorites out of fairness to the others. Ann: "Aw, come on--there has to be a few you're mentoring for this event." -elsewhere- Stein: *falls down onto the couch* valentine: long day? Stein: "Security protocols, stocking the medical offices...Will be over-time at the infirmary during the games." valentine: ah. Stein: "...Could I have your assistance in the infirmary during the games?" valentine: already way ahead of you. Stein: "Thanks, Val..." *lies back* -elsewhere- Mr. Tsubaki: *whistling, as he sets out a photo...showing some students in sports uniforms* reimi: that's...watanuki, isnt it? Mr. Tsubaki: *nods* "Sakuya, yes. And Naho. And Lilac." reimi:...you miss them, dont you...? Mr. Tsubaki: "..." *nods* -elsewhere- Shamrock: "Eat well. You'll need the energy." lilac:...t-thank you. Shamrock: "You're welcome." X_^ tsubaki: ^^ Sakuya: "Could someone pass the salt?" -elsewhere- Todoroki: "..." ochako: wooooah! the view is awesome from up here! Todoroki: "...There is a lot to see." ochako: *smiles* can you see your house from here? Todoroki: "..." *points* ochako: woah! Todoroki: "And yours?" ochako: oh, it's on the other side of town. Todoroki: "Point it to me." -elsewhere- Yohei: *sips coffee* chie: *kiss* Yohei: ^\\^ "What's that for?" chie: love you~ Yohei: *smiles* "Love you, too." chie: ^///^~<3 Yohei: *puts a hand on her hip, letting her sit in his lap* chie: o///o Yohei: *rests his head along her shoulder* chie: *hug* Yohei: *hug* chie: =////= Yohei: "Are you...okay?" chie: yeah. of course i am. Yohei: *nods* "I'm glad...Toru sleeping okay?" chie: *nods* Yohei: "...Want to lie down for a bit?" chie: ....yeah. Yohei: *picks her up, takes her to their bed* -elsewhere- Hawthorne: *in a suit again...but his eyes look out, dead* "..." zoey: well?.....say something you.... Hawthorne: "...What would you have me say?" zoey: ..... Hawthorne: "...Why are you here?" zoey:...it's simple. im here only to serve the man i love Hawthorne: "And what if he does not return those feelings?" zoey: *grabs him by the neck* YOU DONT KNOW A THING ABOUT MASTER FYODOR!! HE LOVES ME MORE THAN ANYONE!! Hawthorne: *choking, but smirking* "Love...Hate...Same emotion...I see how he looks at you. He has no love for you. Just hatred..." zoey: *grabbing tighter* SHUT UP! SHUT UP SHUT UP SHUT UP SHUT UP SHUT UP SHUT UP SHUT UP!!!! Hawthorne: *grabs her wrists, trying to pull them away, bringing up his knees to push her away* "Yes, woman, suffer as I have suffered, in sight of me, your worst enemy...No friendly hand pulls at his heart-strings, for he has no love in his heart. How could he love a monster like you, who murders her only friend?" zoey: he...hehehe..AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!! ahhh~ i only....did...what master fyodor...asked of me... Hawthorne: "And you killed your friend. You killed your friend because a madman told you to. You killed your only friend because a madman told you to. You killed your only friend because a madman told you to--then defiled you, from the inside out, like the base whore you are--" zoey: *slaps him...with a lead pipe* Hawthorne: *knocked to the floor, bleeding from the head* zoey: ......*exits the room* ......... FD: "..." *steps out, looks at Hawthorne...follows Zoey* zoey: master fyodor...? you...dont believe him....do you? FD: "Of course not." *rests his hand along her cheek* "I love you." zoey: ahhh *blush* FD: "But there are two problems." zoey: w-what is it, master fyodor? FD: "First, you have damaged one of our members. He will need your medical treatment." zoey:....understood. FD: "Second, you will treat him..." *turns her around--and slams her against the wall* "...after your punishment." zoey: ah! *pant* m-master fyo- FD: *slaps a hand over her mouth, as he leans onto her* "I can't have you killing my soldiers..." *jams his nails into her side* zoey: *letting out a muffled moan* FD: *rips her skirt with his nails, tearing it off of her* "You like blood so much?" *digs his nails into her bare leg* zoey: a-ahhh~!' FD: *grabs her underwear by the edge--tugging on them until they start to tatter* zoey: *blush* FD: "Are you really so embarrassed, Zoey, at being in a state of undress before me?" *turns her around, lifting up her shirt over her head* "You have no reason to be ashamed, before the man who loves you, who has seen all of you." zoey: it...f-feels good... FD: *grabs her bra--and rips it down, his mouth reaching her breast* -elsewhere- Spirit: "Hey, Kim. How're you holding up?" kim: good. you? Spirit: "A'ight. Just working out for the Festival..." kim: you're...taking part? sachiko:.... >////>; Spirit: "Yeah. What's wrong with that?" kim: no, nothing at all!....hey sachiko. sachiko: miss diehl. Spirit: "We're getting items for dinner. You hungry?" kim: eh, sure. Spirit: "Feel free to invite Jackie--plenty of food tonight!" kim: cool. Spirit: "And bring dessert!" -elsewhere- Kepuri: "What is her deal?!" chie: im not sure....she seems....hurt. Kepuri: "Then go to a doctor!" chie: i dont mean physical hurting. -_-; Kepuri: "Then a head doctor! You know, a shrink!" chie: perhaps... -elsewhere- Izuku: *sets his new action figure on the shelf* "...I'll make you proud, sir." -elsewhere- rowena: *reading* Poe: "Sister? I finished the cookies." rowena: *smiles* that's great. ^^ lenore: *casually perched on her head* Poe: *offers a cookie to Lenore* lenore *nom nom* Poe: ^^ "Glad you like it." -elsewhere- Todoroki: "I'm home." fuyumi: welcome back! Todoroki: "May I provide any assistance with dinner?" fuyumi: sure. Todoroki: *grabs an apron* "...Anything interesting happen?" -elsewhere- Mr. Urakaka: *asleep on the couch, still in his work clothes* "Zzz..." ochako:...*smiles and puts the blanket over him* -elsewhere- Black Star: *snoring* kilik: guess he's crashing here tonight then? soul: seems like. Black Star: *swings his arm* soul:...whatcha think he's dreaming about? kilik: *shrug* Black Star: "Give it to me..." kilik:...*smirks, pulling out shaving cream and putting it into the palm of black*star's hand* Black Star: "Yeah, that's it...Big burger..." *moves his hand up to his mouth* "NOM." kilik + soul: *holding in laughter* Black Star: *muttering* "Tsubaaaaaaaakiiii....I told you I don't like whipped cream on my burger." -they just lose it- Black Star: *wakes up* "..." *growls* -elsewhere- kenji: *humming* Kunikida: "I have an errand for you." kenji: okay! what is it? Kunikida: "Delivers this package to the police." kenji: okay! hey kyouka, lets do our best! Kyouka: "Yay." -elsewhere- yana: *checking the cameras* *Dazai is washing dishes, Lucy is...holding up a sports uniform?* yana: *yawn* uuuugh. so laaaaame. are we ever gonna get this damned plan going? FD: *enters, buttoning his shirt* "What do we need to move forward?" yana: *looks back at him ala shaft head tilt* well, for starters, we need to finish contacting that guy, but it may take months. FD: "Can you make it 'weeks'?" yana: i could try, but i cant guarantee it. -_-; FD: "Please do." *adjusts his tie* yana: *nods* *glances through the door* zoey: *panting, laying on the floor* yana: *cringe* FD: "...I'll be done in a few minutes. Tend to the children." yana:....right. -elsewhere- Tsukiyo: *hands out towels* -elsewhere- kenji: ^^ Kyoka: "...There it is." -after that- kenji: what do you want to do now? ^^ Kyoka: "Crepes." kenji: that sounds yummy! Kyoka: "Good. I hope you have money." ???: hueeeee....the city is so big and scary. i wish i could go home... kenji: !!!! ???: *a young boy, around 14, looks up* ueh? k-kenji? kenji: *HUG* NANKICHI!! Kyoka: "???" kenji: oh! kyouka, this is nankichii, he's from ihatov like me! nankichii, this is kyouka, she's one of my coworkers! nankichii: e-e-ehhh? coworkers? what? *confused* Kyoka: "Student employee." nankichii: ehhhh??? -elsewhere- hirotsu + naoya: *belting out an epic enka duet. it is a marvelous sight to behold* higuchi: ^^; Gin: "..." *downs another shot* higuchi: wait, where did tachihara and ryunosuke go? Gin: "??? ... Oh no." clerk: sir. you're drunk. go back to your room please. -_-; Tachihara: "No, you go back to your room!" Akutagawa: *shivering* -a voice can be heard singing in one of the rooms...atsushi's voice- Akutagawa: "..." *follows the voice* atsushi: *singing karaoke* Lucy: QWQ Akutagawa: *staring from the window* Q~Q kirako: *claps* naomi: ^^ Lucy: "Bravo!" atsushi: aw, shucks guys. ^^ *scratching the back of his head, blushing a bit* Lucy: "Encore!" atsushi: well- *notices the window* *SCREAM* Lucy: "!!!" Akutagawa: *face pressed against the glass* naomi: WHAT THE HELL IS THAT?! Akutagawa: *smashes the window* -he got tazed- Lucy: o_o; atsushi: that was terrifying. -underground- RHOD member: <boss, we have a problem. someone leaked our location. we'll need to move to the secondary base.> FD: *sigh* <Begin.> -elsewhere- Mori: "???" miura: someone sent us the location of the rats... Mori: *smiles* "Send our team!" miura: understood. -and so- naoya: look out fuckers, pest control is in town! hirotsu: *approaching the door....he sent it flying back* -silence.......no one is here...- Akutagawa: "..." Chuuya: "Damn it." *sniffle* naoya: ??? -a small child can be heard whimpering from one of the rooms- Chuuya: "???" *follows the sound* -the room is empty, save for two beds....the sound is coming from under one of them- sonia: *whimpering, clutching a stuffed bear* Chuuya: "..." *approaches one bed* sonia: ??? .....*staring up at him* Chuuya: "...Hey." sonia: .....are you....going to kill me? Chuuya: "No...Why would you think that?" sonia:....are you....an angel? Chuuya: "No. Human. Like you." *removes his glove* sonia: ....... *staring out the door* Akutagawa: "...Why is there a small person under that bed?" sonia: ......they left me in this place.....told me i was nothing more than dead weight....*crawling out and going out of the room* Chuuya: "...What is your name?" sonia:.....sonia.....*points to the incubator* i came out of here....from a dead thing.... naoya: the heck is that? hirotsu: an incubator? *examining it* nirvana corporation...? how long has this been here...? Chuuya: ("...Dead thing?") higuchi: *checking rooms*.... ?? *spots a box with 'to mr nakahara' written on it with a letter* what the....?......hey chuuya? you might want to see this. Chuuya: "??? ..." sonia:....*points to the box* mommy in there. Chuuya: "...What do you mean--" sonia: mommy in there.....she died.....i was supposed to be dead too.....but then they grew me in the tube...and now im here.... naoya: that's pretty freaky.... Chuuya: "..." *opens the box* -rain's body is left inside- higuchi: *screaming in horror* hirotsu: !!!! Chuuya: "..." *turns his head--and vomits* naoya: what the fucking shit?!?! sonia:....mommy in there. naoya: w-what the fuck does she mean 'mommy in there'?! Chuuya: "..." *looks up, cleaning his mouth, stares at Higuchi* "...No..." higuchi:....*realization* ......*her face went pale* Chuuya: *stares at Sonia...* naoya: t-the fuck did they do?! th-they turned her into some fucking doll.....what kind of sick fucks are we dealing with?! sonia:.....mommy died..... Chuuya: "..." *sobbing* higuchi:.....chuuya....we should probably leave now....we should bring her with us... Chuuya: "The...The..." naoya: h-h-hey, g-get a hold of yourself! Chuuya: *crying, walking ahead* hirotsu: ..... -in the mafia office- kouyou: !!!! miura: .... elise: EEEEEW SO CREEPY! Mori: "...Uuuuuuuuuummmmm..." hirotsu: and that's the report. naoya: what the hell kind of sick, deprived bastards are we dealing with, mori?! Mori: "...Truly disturbing ones. Poor Rain." higuchi: .........*hard stare at mori* hirotsu: what do we do with her now? *glances at chuuya* Chuuya: "...Sonia? Are you hungry?" Mori: *calm smile before Higuchi* sonia: *hugging his leg, as if hiding from mori* ...... kouyou:..... Mori: "???" Chuuya: *pats Sonia's head* "Come along. I'll make you something good to eat." sonia:....*holding onto the back of his shirt and following* Mori: "At least someone here is good with children." kouyou: .....*small smile* Chuuya: "You like pizza?" sonia:....what's that, papa? Chuuya: .\\\. "...Um...I'm not...Um...It-It's bread with cheese on it..." sonia: *imagining a bread loaf with a slice of cheese on it* oh. Chuuya: "And tomato sauce." -elsewhere- keek: *terrified* FD: "Which of you told them our location?" -no one says anything- keek: *tears falling* FD: "...Keek. Child. Come here..." keek: *trembling* FD: *approach Keek...and hugs her* keek: ??? zoey: .....*malicious glare at keek* FD: "You know who did it. And I promise, if you tell me, I won’t hurt you." keek: i-i dont.... ???: it was me sir! -a young lady approaches- ???: im the one who told the mafia our location FD: "...Why?" ???: i thought......if we lured them into a trap...we could....kill them.... FD: "And so you risk our location on that gamble? What is your name?" ???:....sasha...sir.... FD: "I appreciate your honesty, Sasha. Thank you." sasha:..... FD: "I would like to reward you. Zoey, if you would be so kind..." zoey: *goes up to sasha......and slits her throat* sasha: !!!! *choking on her blood and twitching.....before finally dying* FD: "Oh, you've made a mess, Sasha." sasha: ........ -no one says a thing- keek: *tears still falling* FD: "Well, now that this task has been taken care of, I want all but Zoey and Keek to begin the clean up, unpacking, and organizing. Dismissed." -they all go about their business- keek: ......... zoey: *glaring at keek* FD: *pats Keek's shoulder* "And this is what happens...to anyone who goes against my wishes. Do you understand, Keek?" keek:....*nods. still whimpering* FD: "Good. Now get Sasha out of here. Zoey and I must talk." keek: ......*staring at sasha's corpse* -sasha's eyes are wide in shock...- zoey: ...... FD: "...Zoey? Will you miss Sonia?" zoey: ......will we.....retrieve the new child soon...? FD: "When you wish me to do so, I will." zoey: ah~ FD: "..." *pats her cheek* "That's my girl." zoey: ^^ FD: "...I think I can help you with the new child, too." -elsewhere- Chuuya: *staring at Sonia* "..." sonia: *nom nom* *shiny eyes* delicious! {higuchi: i think....this kid is rain and mori's child....they must have revived her with the incubator....} {Chuuya: "...Same."} {higuchi:....what do we do with her?} {Chuuya: "...Keep her away from Mori."} {higuchi: no arguments from me on that...} {Chuuya: "I just...think that look on his face..." *shudders* "I don't want to know what is going through his mind."} {sonia: *holding her stuffed bear* .....} {Chuuya: "...Hey, Sonia...Does your bear have a name?"} {sonia:....*shakes head* i hid my dream drawings in it...} {Chuuya: "...Drawings?"} {sonia:....i have.....dreams about mommy. about papa......about the demon....} {Chuuya: " 'Demon'?"} -tug tug- Chuuya: "???" sonia: are you ok, papa? Chuuya: "...Fine...Why do you call me 'Papa'?" sonia:....*pulls out a drawing of herself, rain....and chuuya* Chuuya: *holding back tears* "...Oh." *small smile* sonia: you look like the same papa in my dreams..... Chuuya: "In these dreams...what is your mama like?" sonia: mama's really nice....she gives the best hugs. Chuuya: "...Yeah." sonia: ......where are they gonna put mommy now? Chuuya: "...They're...going to let her rest." sonia:.....oh....i wish mommy wasnt dead. Chuuya: "...Me too, Sonia." sonia:.....*hug* Chuuya: "!!! ..." *pat pat, hug* -elsewhere- Gin: "How is Chuuya dealing with all of this?" higuchi: im not sure.....i think....taking sonia in might help him.....god....i can still see her in there.....she looked peaceful... Gin: *nods* "...That they would do such a thing to her...is mortifying.” higuchi:......why would they.....is this some kind of sick joke to them? Gin: "Likely. And to send a message, not only to Mori...but to Chuuya." higuchi: .....*trembling* she never deserved any of this.... Gin: *holds her hand* "No. She did not." higuchi: *hugs and whimpers* Gin: *hug, strokes her back* "..." -elsewhere- Mori: "But Elise, aren't you happy to have another child here to play with?" elise: i gueeeesss... she kinda looks like you a bit. how gross. Mori: ^^;;;; "...Just your imagination." elise: and i think she already hates your guts, rintarou. Mori: ^^;;;;;;;;;; "...I'm sure we'll get along when we get to know each other." -elsewhere- Rin: "How's your mom doing, Stocking?" stocking: doing well. im gonna help set the nursery up later. Rin: "D'aw! I can't imagine how they'll set it up...Your dad's going to add any of his otaku stuff?" stocking:....*excalibur face* that's a scary thought. Rin: "Maybe you could get some candy-shaped plushie for your future sibling." stocking: that would be cute ^^ Rin: "Darn right it would be!" *opens another can of soda* "So, how long before you have a kid?" stocking: RIN! D8< Rin: "What? I thought that's what would happen next after the wedding. I already have a bet going how long before--" izumo: *tapes his mouth shut* stop. Rin: OXO "Hmph?!" Yukio: -_-;;; "My apologies." -elsewhere- Ann: "Thanks for your time!" *turns off her recorder* "Great interview." -elsewhere- Arthur: -_____- "It's him..." tamaki: ??? *excalibur face* dear god. Aoyama: "Bonjour, chaton! Hello, Boyle." tamaki: *siiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiigh* hello aoyama. -_-; Aoyama: "You look in fine form today. Excited for the upcoming Festival?" tamaki: yeah, i guess. (thinking: knowing my luck, im gonna be humiliated most likely...) Aoyama: *takes her hand* "Then I wish you the best of luck. And I hope you will be cheering for me." *kisses her hand* Arthur: "..." tamaki: .......... nozomi: oh, hello mr aoyama. it's been a while since we spoke last. Aoyama: "Ah, Miss Nozomi! Hello. You are looking well." -elsewhere- Lucy: *sigh* "Craziness." atsushi: yeah, no kidding. odasaku: .... Lucy: "..." *hug* "Don't get killed by that weirdo." atsushi: !! *hug* i wont... Lucy: *pat pat* "Good...Good." *leans her head on his shoulder* odasaku:...i'll just....*ahem* let you two have a moment.. 7.7 Lucy: "...Atsushi...Thanks." atsushi: *smiles* you're welcome. Lucy: *pulls back, smiles--and pats his head* "Good boy." atsushi: >///<; Lucy: *stretches* "Well, I'm starving. Make me something~" -elsewhere- Hibana: "Mmm~" *smooch* gabriella: *smooch* ~<3 Hibana: *lies down* "Did you ever think it'd be like this?" gabriella: no....but im so happy it is... Hibana: *hug* "...Thank you, for not giving up on me." gabriella:....*hug* Hibana: "I love you, so much... -elsewhere- FD: *seated, in front of a white wall...just staring at it* "..." yana: im back! i got you a housewarming gift. *hands him a mug* FD: "..." *blinks* "Huh?" *looks around, then at the mug* -it has '#1 boss' written on it- FD: "..." yana: im gonna go set my room out. FD: "...Thank you." -elsewhere- Sakuya: *pouting* naho: you ok? Sakuya: "Just...irritated." naho:....*hug* Sakuya: "..." *sniff, hugs* naho: do you want to watch some movies? Sakuya: *nods* "Something...kind of light." naho: ok~ ^^ Sakuya: *sits on the couch* "..." naho: ^^ -elsewhere- Benimaru: *staring up at the Moon* kirei: *asleep, resting her head against his shoulder* Benimaru: *glances at her* "..." ("The Moon only makes her look more beautiful.") kirei: =///= Benimaru: "..." *cheek smooch* -elsewhere- Medusa: -___-; "She's drunk again." shaula: awwwcumooooon im not daaat druuunk. Medusa: "Do I need to show you what you have been shit-posting during your video game playing?" -elsewhere- Emine: *picking a lock* *whispers* "How is this a 'good deed' again?" Shotaro: "Shh!" -elsewhere- Kid: "Welcome home.” stocking: hey kiddo~ *hug* Kid: ^^ *hug* "How was it?" stocking: today went pretty well. Kid: *smiles* "I'm glad." *smooch* stocking: mmm~<3 Kid: *rubs her arm* "All finished for the day?" stocking: yep. shiori: stocky! stocky! stocking: *picks her up* hey to you too, kiddo! shiori: ^o^ Kid: *smiles* "...Perfect." stocking: ^^ Kid: *takes his phone--and snaps a pic* -elsewhere- Vulcan: o_o;;; "...Why does this new robot have...ostrich legs?" karin: we got a commission for a promotional poster by the UA. one of their students is gonna pose with this thing to promote the sports festival. Vulcan: "...That is so rad. Have you named it?" -elsewhere- PlushFix: *shudders, covered in blood* hina: *whistling and playing with a butterfly knife* that was fun, right guys? saku: ... PlushFix: "...I need a bath." *shakes like a dog* hina: *picks him up and throws him into the washing machine* PlushFix: D: "At least let me take a bath with someone hot!" hina: *tosses in a plush toy of a fire ball* PlushFix: -___- "...Cute. How am I supposed to fuck this?" -elsewhere- Anya: *snores* -elsewhere- Jacqueline: "Thank you for the meal, ma'am." sachiko: no problem, kiddos ^^ kim: ^^ izumi: jackie, how do you like working in the library? Jacqueline: "It's enjoyable enough: quiet, get to keep things organized...But I do not like the rabies shots." izumi: O-O; eh? Jacqueline: "...I was kidding, about Poe's raccoon in the library?" izumi: oh, i see. i think i've seen that raccoon. Jacqueline: "Cute enough--but kind of noisy." kim: from what i've seen in pictures, he's kind of become the library mascot, haha! Jacqueline: "And leaving his fruit-juice footprints everywhere..." -__-; -elsewhere- Stein: *sips a beer* -elsewhere- Akitaru: "Zzz..." -morning- sonia: zzzzz.... Chuuya: "..." mito: *sleeping next to her* Chuuya: *steps away to the kitchen* -there is a few texts, from kouyou, naoya, hirotsu, higuchi, and akutagawa- Chuuya: "?!" *pulls up Kouyou's* kouyou: [how did sonia sleep the first night?] Chuuya: [a bit of adjustment but okay. had her take my bed, i took the couch] kouyou: [i'll be buying her some new clothes today ^^ #proudgrandma] Chuuya: -_-; ['kay] *looks at Hirotsu's* hirotsu: [congratulations on parenthood. if you ever need a nanny, let me know. im already taking care of four children as it is. ie tachihara, naoya, and the akutagawas] hirotsu: [*congratulations] Chuuya: [lol. thanx] *pulls up Higuchi's* higuchi: [u feeling any better? if u want to talk about it, let me know, k?] Chuuya: "..." [thanks.] higuchi: [ok] Chuuya: *pulls up Akutagawa's* Akutagawa: [how is the child?] Chuuya: [sleeping. seems to be resting.] Akutagawa: [good. let me know whether you need me to pick something up.] Chuuya: "..." [okay] *glancing at Naoya's text* naoya: [eyyy congrats on the kid!] Chuuya: -____-;;; [i'm just watching her today.] naoya: [u on parental leave or somethin?] Chuuya: [i don't know. i may have to ask akutagawa for class notes] naoya: [ah.] Chuuya: [can you cover for me at work?] naoya: [are you asking me to play 'executive'? like? for legits?] Chuuya: "..." [no. i am asking you to take on some of my lesser tasks. i have kouyou covering executive duties] naoya: .... [oh. can do] Chuuya: [thanks. make sure akutagawa doesn't do anything stupid] naoya: [*thumbs up emoticon*] Chuuya: *small smile...sets down the phone, opens the fridge, removes some eggs and milk...* sonia: zzz.... mito: *yawns* =w= Chuuya: *pours some milk into Mito's dish, then starts mixing items into bowl...* sonia: *waking up* ??? Chuuya: *already pouring pancake mix into skillet* sonia: *walking into the room and looking around* Chuuya: "...Good morning, Sonia. I'm making breakfast for us." sonia: .....*trying to get up onto the bar seat* Chuuya: "..." *sets down skillet, removes oven mitts* "Here, let me help you up." sonia: ... Chuuya: *picks her up with his hands to drop her into the seat* sonia: thank you. Chuuya: "You're welcome! So, what do you like on your pancakes?" sonia:...? Chuuya: "Maybe banana slices? Chocolate chips? Berries?" -elsewhere- Takehisa: *loading his rifle* -elsewhere- Kid: *yawns* stocking: morning~ Kid: *smiles* "Good morning, Stocking." stocking: *smooch* Kid: *small giggle* "Aw...How was your sleep?" -elsewhere- Vulcan: *staring at an octopus plushie* "..." nozomi: is everything ok? Vulcan: "Y-Yeah...This plushie just...looks familiar. Whose is it?" -elsewhere- Akutagawa: =_= teacher: mr araragi? Akutagawa: "...What?" teacher: please pay attention.

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DEATH CITY DAYS CHAPTER 57

of bomber girls and babies

-elsewhere- bram: *a-CHOO* *sniff* ugh...im going to die. TT_TT louisa: D8 Fitzgerald: "??? Why not some orange juice?" bram: *sniff* maybe... my apologies, i've always had a rather weak disposition..... *COUGHING UP BLOOD* urk.....that's a side effect of my ability....i hope. louisa: *fainted* Fitzgerald: "!!!" *$1.34 catch of Louisa* "Oh dear...What side effect?" bram: my ability allows me to create and control blood. *the blood on the floor bubbles and a bit of it floats up and takes on several shapes* as a result, my body overproduces it and...well... Fitzgerald: "Ah...Perhaps we should buy you something to cought blood into?" bram:... p-perhaps.... louisa: @-@ Fitzgerald: *carries Louisa to the couch* "I'll get Bram a cookie, and you a blanket." mary: bandaids for me please! *there is an owl on her head, pecking at her* Fitzgerald: "...Why is that owl...?" bram: that sort of thing happens a lot around her. Fitzgerald: "...Do I feed it?" -later- Fitzgerald: *walking* nurse: can i help you, sir? Fitzgerald: "Yes, hello. I wanted to meet with two...friends." nurse: i see, can you tell me their names? Fitzgerald: "Hawthorne and Mitchell." nurse:.... oh...um... *she seems nervous* Fitzgerald: "??? What's wrong?" nurse: well, someone checked them out about two months ago. Fitzgerald: "??? Who?" nurse: some russian guy i think, and shortly after-....i shouldnt be saying this, it's confidential. Fitzgerald: "..." *slides up a $100 bill* nurse: ._.;; Fitzgerald: *smiles politely* "Please?" nurse:.... Fitzgerald: "???" nurse: *whispers* one of our nurses went missing shortly after. the russian guy, from what i heard, went by the name 'fyodor' something-or-other....but you didnt hear this from me, got it? Fitzgerald: *slightly tense...nods* *whispers* "I heard nothing..." -elsewhere- Benimaru: *sips tea* kirei: ^^ Benimaru: "???" *offers a cookie* kirei: thank you. *smiles* Benimaru: "You're welcome..." *sets his cup down* "Kirei..." kirei: hmm? Benimaru: "...I like your hair." kirei: ^////^ i guess its grown out these past few months. Benimaru: "It suits you." *passes a hand along it* kirei: ... .///// Benimaru: "...Your skin is soft." kirei: o/////o Benimaru: "..." *holds her hand to his cheek* kirei: *kiss* >///< Benimaru: o\\\\o *falls back* kirei: !!! beni, are you alright? D8 Benimaru: *takes her hand* kirei: ?? Benimaru: *pulls her down* kirei: O//////O Benimaru: .\\\\. "...Now what?" -elsewhere- Hyde: *soaking his feet in a tub of water* =\\\\= kranz: *relaxing in the tub* *whistling* Hyde: "Hmm...Good tune..." kranz: thanks. guildenstern: *sweats* >///-///>;;;;; Hyde: *dumps water over his own head* "Ah...Refreshing..." -elsewhere- Assi: "I got you a gift!" mono: ?? Assi: *holds up an asymmetrical bunny doll* mono:.... (thinking: SO CUTE) t-thanks. 7///n///7 Assi: "Hee hee--sure!" -elsewhere- Relan: *holding up a maid outfit* "..." shinra: that sure brings back memories, eh rel? ^///^ Relan: ^\\\^ "Yeah...I-I'm still embarrassed..." shinra: *hug* who'd have thought it would lead to where we are now? Relan: QUQ "I-I-I-I hadn't..." shinra:...*rubs his back* i dont think i can apologize enough for how unfair i was to you back then... Relan: "Wh-What? H-How were you 'unfair'?" shinra: before i gave you a chance, i avoided you. looking back, i was an idiot. *hug* Relan: Q\\\\Q "...I was creepy..." shinra: i guess all we can do now is learn from our mistakes and move forwards, right? Relan: "..." *nods, hugs back* -morning- Kid: =\\\w\\\= stocking: u//////u zzz Kid: *turns over, kisses her cheek* stocking: mmmm morning~ Kid: *yawn* "Good morning..." *nuzzles* -chuuya's apartment- Chuuya: *groans, take headache medicine* >_____< mito: =w= Chuuya: *pets her, even as he holds an ice compress to his head* mito: ^w^ Chuuya: *small tummy rub* -seems there are a few text messages on his phone. one from kouyou, one from tachihara, one from naoya....and one from akutagawa- Chuuya: *groans...looks at the one from Kouyou* kouyou: [make sure you drink plenty of water later] Chuuya: *groans* *skips over Tachihara's, looks at Naoya* naoya: [hey chuuchuu! hope you're doing better. also, akuta wanted to talk to you. he said it's important. Chuuya: "...What does he want?" Akutagawa: [hey] Chuuya: "Some opening..." Akutagawa: [i am sorry] Chuuya: "???" Akutagawa: [i thought it was best to end Rain’s suffering] Chuuya: "?!!!! How-How can he even say that?!" Akutagawa: [she was in that state. i could feel that same frustration. and if I was like that, i would hope a friend would stop my suffering. i would hope you would end it.] Chuuya: "..." *tears welling up* "..." [okay] Akutagawa: [i'm sorry] Chuuya: [i know] [thanks] Akutagawa: QWQ; -elsewhere- Sakuya: *chopping an apple* naho: zzzz =w= Sakuya: *small smile, before he sets down the plate and eats one of the apple slices* naho: *nom* ^^ Sakuya: "Oh, so food wakes you up..." naho: >u< Sakuya: *puts another apple slice between his own lips* naho: *snuggles* Sakuya: ^\\\^ lilac: zzzz.... Sakuya: *looks at Lilac, whispers to Naho* "So peaceful..." naho: yeah...*pats lilac's head* -he seems calm- Sakuya: *whispers* "Does he need a blanket?" naho: maybe... Sakuya: *pulls out a blanket, lays it carefully over Lilac's shoulders* -elsewhere- Giriko: "Got any 2's?" *holding cards* kirika: dude, this is texas hold'em, not go fish. Giriko: o\\\o "I-I knew that--shut up! Um...I'll take the card with the guy putting the knife through his head." -elsewhere- Vulcan: *wearing goggles* "..." karin: *welding parts together* Vulcan: "Coming along nicely..." *polishing the surface for the next attachment* karin: *smiles* Vulcan: "What you gonna call it?" karin: hmmm.... styx-83? Vulcan: "...But that doesn't have an animal in the name." karin: hmmmm.... mongoose 64? Vulcan: owo "Yes..." nozomi: ^^; Vulcan: "??? Nozomi, what'd you think? Styx or Mongoose?" nozomi: hmmm....its hard to tell. Vulcan: "Well, it digs, like a mongoose...but it can dig down to Styx itself..." nozomi: then maybe mongoose would make more sense then! Vulcan: ^^ "Yay!" karin: it does now that you think about it. *ruffles her hair* you're a real smart kid, nozomi. nozomi: >///< t-thank you dr itou! Vulcan: *chuckles* "You're all so friendly." karin *hug* my two precious dork children. well, i mean one of them is my sister's kid, but- ah you know what i mean. nozomi: ^^; Vulcan: .\\\. "...Thanks, Doc." -elsewhere- Mr. Tsubaki: *in fox form, sneaking through the bushes* "..." *licks his lips* -a bird is just casually chillin- Mr. Tsubaki: *stalking his prey...closer...closer...* bird: UuU Mr. Tsubaki: "..." *leaps* -NOM- Mr. Tsubaki: *munch munch munch* *feathers along his mouth* -elsewhere- Kid: *sweeping the floor* shiori: *watching* Kid: *smiles* "Just getting the last of the crumbs off the floor, Shiori." shiori: okie! Kid: "Want to help?" *pulls out a brand new smaller toy broom* shiori: ^^ *tiny waddling up to him* Kid: *walks up a bit, hands her the broom* shiori: *sweeping* Kid: *shiny eyes* "So cute~!!!" lord death: >u< liz: so small.... QuQ Yumi: *rapid-fire photo snaps* *shiny glasses* ouo stocking: ^^ Kid: "Thank you for your help, Shiori." *smiles* -elsewhere- Hibana: "SIT DOWN!" mikami: poor kishiri... ryuuko: ... Kishiri: Q____Q "I am--" Hibana: "Now get on all fours and bark like a dog!" Kishiri: Q\\\\\Q gabriella: o///o; Hibana: "Did I stutter?!" Kishiri: "Um...'Woof'?" Hibana: *sits on Kishiri's back, like he's a footstool* "Good." *starts filing her nails* -elsewhere- -ding- -incubation complete- yana: oh neat, that thing is done. keek:..... ._______. what the hell is that? child: *laying on the floor, breathing* yana: it's a kid. i grew it. keek:..... ok? FD: "Excellent." zoey: *already cradling the child* child: ...ma...ma? FD: …. zoey: it's ok sonia, mama is here now, papa is here too. FD: "...Um..." yana:...she almost kinda looks like you. almost. FD: *cough* zoey: ?? sonia:.... papa? keek:....whats going on? yana:...i have no idea. FD: …. "L-Let's get the kid's bed ready..." yana: nowhere near the pastor's room. he's just gonna yell at me again. Hawthorne: *inhuman moans* FD: "..." -___-; "Agreed." keek: O_O;;; w-what was that? yana: the pastor. he's been confined to his room for weeks. FD: "Someone should speak with him." *pats Keek's shoulder* keek: me? O_O; yana: good luck kid. keek: i'm 21! FD: "Good." *pushes Keek to Hawthorne's door* keek: Q_Q....*gulp*.....um....helloooo? *The room is pitch black...Growling is heard from the corner* keek:.... Q___Q (thinking: and here i thought all my browsing the deep web would give me a thicker skin....) *There's a pool of some liquid on the floor...* keek:.... Q_____Q *It's red...* ???: "Who let you in...?" keek:....um.....fyodor did? QuQ;;; *something snatches her wrist* keek: *SCREAM* ???: "Then you will help me..." keek: ?? Hawthorne: *shirtless, covered in cuts...hands her a chain* "Whip me. Punish me, Demon." keek:....nnnnooooooope. *backing away* Hawthorne: "..." *unhands her* "...You aren't really a demon, are you?" keek: im insignificant! Hawthorne: "...Name." keek: real name or an alias? Hawthorne: "Whichever." keek: k-keek. Hawthorne: "...Nathaniel Hawthorne." keek: the name sounds familiar.... Hawthorne: "I get that a lot...Would you like to meet my friend?" keek:....um..... .__.;; Hawthorne: "She won't talk much, as she's kind of in a coma--" keek: ..... .-.;;;; Hawthorne: "Her name is Margaret...and we will bring her back." keek:....ooookay? Hawthorne: "Also, why were you sent in here? Why are you here?" keek:.....*squeaks* i dont know Q~Q i just wanna go home. Hawthorne: "...He is forcing you here?" keek:.... Q____Q i dont know what he wants from me. this place is scary and full of weird bad things and i hear weird lewd noises and now there's a baby that grew out of a thing and i really wanna go home now. Hawthorne: "...Sorry, maybe it was your fast talking or the blood loss, but did you say 'baby'?" keek: more like a 6-year-old child? she was laying in front of some tube thing... i dont know half of whats happening here. Hawthorne: O____O "...What?" "How long was I locked in here?" keek:....i dont know. yana: 'bout two months. Hawthorne: "...Oh..." Q___Q keek:.... Q_Q what is going on in this place? i just wanna go home. sonia:...? Hawthorne: *sniff* sonia: *staring at all the blood*....mama it's a monster, we need to burn it. zoey: *holding sonia close to her* Hawthorne: "!!!???!!!" zoey: *glaring at hawthorne with a look of pure malice on her face* how DARE you frighten my child! Hawthorne: "!!! I had no intention of doing so! Just close the door--" -SLAM- keek:......*just stares at zoey* zoey: its ok sonia, mama will take care of you, and soon, your big brother will be brought home... keek:......i just wanna go home. FD: "Only when you finish what we need you to..." keek:..... Q_______________Q -elsewhere- Kyoka: "Behave out there." atsushi: *nods and adjusts his jacket* *inhales* ok. i got this. Lucy: *standing outside, looking around* atsushi: good morning lucy, you ready to go? Lucy: *surprised, smiling* "Oh, hello--" *then sits up straight, surprised, pouts* "Y-You took long enough." >\\\< *A shadow is watching from the bushes* atsushi: YOU LOOK NICE TODAY! Lucy: "!!!" .\\\. "You...look mature." Akutagawa: *from bushes, watching* ("Looks very good...WHEN HER BLOOD ENDS UP ON HIS SUIT.") atsushi: t-thanks! odasaku: *looks to a corner* oh boy. Kyoka: *calls to Lucy* "Have him home at a good hour--and don't try anything funny." Lucy: -_____- *takes Atsushi's hand* "Let's just go..." Dazai: *shiny eyes* atsushi: we will! ^^; (thinking: um...odasaku...advice?!) odasaku: sorry, this sort of thing...isnt really my strong suit 7///7; Lucy: "So...you will buy me something there, right?" atsushi: sure thing! Lucy: ^^ "Thank you..." *small squeeze* atsushi: ^///^ eheheh. Akutagawa: *biting into his handkerchief* naoya: you look just like a pouty rich girl when you do that. it's adorable. Akutagawa: *glaaaaaare* "Why are you here?" naoya: just makin sure you dont cause too much trouble. boss's orders. Akutagawa: "..." ("Why would Mori...") "Just don't bring attention to me..." naoya: hey, we're in the mafia, arent we? we just blend right on in. -at the bazaar- louisa: *carrying several bags* Q-Q mary: ^^ bram: i'll die for sure... Fitzgerald: "Don't dally--there are more bargains to be found!" louisa: u-understood. mary: yay! Fitzgerald: "Ooooooo! What is this?" *holds up a spatula* -elsewhere- medea: *selling some old dolls, the sign next to her says 'dolls may inhabit the souls of the departed'* rowena: oh! *shiny eyes* Poe: o___o "Um...'souls' inside the dolls?" *picks up one of them* doll: hello. rowena: *squeal of delight* Poe: O________o ranpo:....creepy. medea: to each their own. Poe: *steps back--and bumps* "Oh, I'm sorry--" lana: ^^; yosano: huh. small world, eh? Poe: O\\\\\\\O *squeak* lana:... 7////7 fancy seeing you here. *small smile* ranpo: ...*smug smile* Poe: "Y-Yeah, I guess so." ^\\\\^ yosano:.....ohhh i see whats going on here~ lana: e-eh? Poe: ._____. "SAY NOTHING!" lana: ??? medea:.....are they implying that you have fornicated? rowena: O///O EH?! lana: O/////////////////////O.... *lana.exe has stopped responding* Poe: D:< "There have been no carnal interactions, you-you-you filthy-mouth person!" *then notices Lana* D: *catches her* medea: im just stating my observations. seems that makes a lot of people displeased. lana: @////////////@ awawawawawa Poe: *fanning Lana* "It's okay it's okay you're okay--RANPO! DO SOMETHING!" ranpo: *has a juice box out* ....*grins and puts the straw to her nose....and squeezes* lana: WAH! that was tingly-..... o//////o um....h-hello again, edgar. karl: 7u7 Poe: ^^;;; "Hello, Lana..." *then glares at Ranpo and growls* ranpo: OwO;; lana: ... ./////. um...edgar? you're um.... Poe: "??? I'm what?" yosano: do you two need a moment alone? rowena: .-.; Poe: "???" *looks down at her* D: *squeak* -elsewhere- Higan: *whispers* "Rise and shine..." lavender: *streeetch* ah. Higan: "Sleep well?" *kiss on her shoulder* lavender: yeah. thanks for last night. it helped. Higan: "..." *nods, pats her hand* "Any time." -elsewhere- Chuuya: "Zzz..." mito: *paws at his face* Chuuya: *groans* >_O *looks at Mito* "...Hey, kitty..." mito: *mew* Chuuya: *sits up* "Hun-*yawn*-gry?" mito: ^w^ Chuuya: "Okay..." *stretches, gets out of bed* "Come on..." *walks to the kitchen* -elsewhere- Kunikida: *typing reports* kenji: *leaning in his chair* Kunikida: "Kenji, could you get those boxes into storage?" kenji: ok. i'll try not to wake the ghost up. Kunikida: "Fine, very good, and-- ... 'Ghost'?" kenji: yeah. i think the empty 3rd floor is haunted! i hear some weird noises in there at night. kirako:.... >->;;; Dazai: owo; Kunikida: "There are no ghosts in there, so just move the boxes there and stop complaining." kenji: okay! *goes to do so* Kunikida: *goes back to typing* "...Kirako, the next file, please." *holds out his hand, not looking up from computer* -elsewhere- Arthur: "SLAY THE DRAGON!" lizard: Q-Q Arthur: *lifts up Excalibur and--* -CHOP- Arthur: X____X iris: behave. Relan: Q_Q "Good thing Vulcan wasn't around to see that..." *picks up rat food at the pet shop* -elsewhere- Kepuri: *curled up in bed* chie: *putting a cold compress on her head* nea: poor dear. Kepuri: =_____= "This sucks..." -elsewhere- Gin: "..." hirotsu: worried about your brother i take it? Gin: "Lately, always." hirotsu: *nods and takes a drag* this incident has shook him up quite a bit. Gin: "What would you advise?" hirotsu: perhaps have someone watching him to make sure he doesnt do anything too rash. Gin: *nods* "I can arrange that..." -elsewhere- Mr. Tsubaki: *rolling in grass* reimi: seems you're enjoying yourself in spite of the cold weather. Mr. Tsubaki: ^w^ "My winter coat is growing in nicely..." reimi: it'll be winter in a few months. Mr. Tsubaki: "And we can get some hot foods..." -elsewhere- EF: *tense* Hiro: "E-Feather?" EF: EEK! oh! hiro! l-long time no see! hime: ?? Hiro: *waves* "How's your day going?" EF: fairly well. havent been able to sell much... Hiro: *looks at the wares* o_o;;; "Um...What's that stuff?" EF: just some old clothes kim pawned off on me long ago. Hiro: "...I'm sure Hime would like to buy one." hime: eh? no offense, but it's a bit to 'hipster' for my tastes. EF: D8 Hiro: "Ha ha ha--you're so funny Hime..." *lays a hand on her shoulder, stares intently* "Buy." hime: ... *groan* fine, i'll take this one. *holding up a shirt with a cupcake design* -elsewhere- Jacqueline: *walking around* "What about that?" kim: hmm? oh, that would look nice. Jacqueline: *holds up the necklace* "Hmm...Not a bad price." -elsewhere- Lucy: *holds up a tiger plushie* "???" atsushi: cute. *smiles* Lucy: *shoves it in his hands* "Pose with Anne." *pulls out her phone* anne: *double peace sign* atsushi: ^^; Lucy: *snap* "Awesome...That's going online." *posts it* atsushi:... ^^ Lucy: *pays for the plushie, hugs it* >\\\< odasaku:...*faint smile....looks around* *Shadows are trembling* odasaku: look alive, kid. atsushi: ?? Akutagawa: (-)_______(-) naoya: ._.; atsushi: OwO;; hey lucy! want some ice cream? Lucy: "...Always." *takes his hand* "You buying?" atsushi: sure thing! Lucy: ^w^ *small cheek smooch* Akutagawa: O_________O atsushi: O///O *tiger tail pops out* Akutagawa: *growls* Lucy: "???" *doesn't notice the tail, holding his hand and the plushie as they're walking* "You okay? You look tense." *frowns* "You didn't forget your wallet, did you?" atsushi: of course not! ^^; Akutagawa: *follow follow follow* Lucy: "Well, good...Which flavor do you like? Want to share?" -meanwhile, not far off- Dazai: *holding binoculars* ("Good work, buddy...") odasaku: *sweatdrop* Dazai: *sneaks through crowd, hiding behind vendor stands to follow...* naoya: isnt that dazai? what's he doing here? Akutagawa: "?!!!!" *spots him...and starts clawing the floor* naoya: down boy, down. Akutagawa: *small growl* "Kill..." naoya: lets just settle down. Akutagawa: *whiny* "No." naoya: want some fig cookies? Akutagawa: "...Maybe." -elsewhere- Kid: "What are you up to?" homura: research that sid asked me to do involving incidents underground. Kid: "...Oh." *shakes a bit* "Any progress?" homura: unfortunately nothing new has turned up. Kid: "...I feel some disease, after...what happened." homura: how so? Kid: "Things underground...like the Kishin." homura:..hmm....does stocking know about these feelings? Kid: "...I don't know." -elsewhere- Rin: *circling locations on a map* shura: possible hold-outs? Rin: "What? No!" *points at the map* "I'm gonna check out Kyoto Tower, then this restaurant--Oh! And I heard there's this really cool manga shop--" shura: ... -___-; madoka: ^^; Shima: "...Dude, only tourists go to those things." shiemi: well we technically _are_ tourists....right? unagi: Shima: .\\\\\.;;;; <Well, I mean, sure, if you were up for going...> -elsewhere- Sakuya: *wearing sunglasses* "Too bright..." naho: *wearing a muffler* Sakuya: *stares at her* "..." *snort laugh* naho: what? Sakuya: "I can barely see your face under that..." naho: it keeps my face nice and warm. >3< Sakuya: "Hee hee..." *brushes hair off her forehead* "No kidding." *forehead kiss* naho: >//w//< Sakuya: *takes her hand* "Now let's get going before it gets any later..." -elsewhere- Benimaru: .\\\. kirei: =/////= *sleeping soundly next to him* Benimaru: "..." *pulls up sheet over them, looking around the room* "..." -silence- Benimaru: *small sigh, closes his eyes* -elsewhere, after dropping of ranpo, yosano, and rowena- lana: i had fun today. *smiling* Poe: *nods* "Yes. I was quite surprised these old volumes were available at such a low price." lana: yeah. thanks for inviting me out. Poe: *smiles* "Always..." lana: *small blush as she holds his hand* Poe: *shivers, then looks around* .\\\. lana: ah, here's your stop.... Poe: "I-I-I suppose so..." lana: see you soon? Poe: "I-I-I am sure of it?" lana: right....h-hey edgar? Poe: "Hmm?" lana:.... ^///^ get plenty of rest tonight, ok? Poe: .\\\\\. "Y-You as well. Sweet dreams." -inside- Poe: "..." "OHMYGOD SHE HELD MY HAND MY HEART IS RACING MY BODY IS COVERED IN SWEAT WHAT EVEN IS THIS AM I DEAD OR MOVING?" karl: O^O~? Poe: *picks up Karl* "...What do I do?" karl: *raccoon noises* Poe: o_o; "...You make a persuasive point--but I still don't know what to do about these feelings stabbing into my heart when thinking about Lana." karl: *inquisitive raccoon noises* Poe: "Oh, I don't know...What if she does not feel the same way? Would this ruin things with her?" karl: *noises of 'i dunno'* Poe: “Will this be like with Annabelle all those years ago? I’d die for sure if that were the case.” TT_TT "I don't want to fall into crippling depression again. I hate bedsores..." karl: *pap pap* Poe: TTvTT "Thanks, buddy..." -elsewhere- Dazai: ^W^ kirako: you seem to be in a cheery mood today. Dazai: "My baby boy is growing up!" kirako: *small chuckle* Dazai: "Hee hee...How was work?" -elsewhere- Lucy: >\\\> "So...That was a fun day." atsushi: yeah. .////. see you in school tomorrow then? Lucy: "I better! You can't afford to take a sick day..." *tugs lightly on his tie* atsushi: o///o *gulp* >//////< *grabs her by the shoulders and kisses her* >/////////////////< Lucy: O\\\\\\\\\\O "...Mmm..." >\\\\\< *smooch* atsushi:.... u/////u w-was that t-t-t-too much? Lucy: "...I-I-I don't think so?" *one hand is resting on his chest, the other on his lower back* Akutagawa: TT______TT atsushi: um... ./////////. Lucy: "...Um..." *leans closer, kisses his lips a bit softly again* odasaku:... 7-7; *scratching his cheek awkwardly* atsushi: ... u////u Akutagawa: *internal screaming* Lucy: *holds him close, smiles* "Well...Good night." atsushi: g-g-good night... .///////. *walking back to his apartment* im baaaack. Kyoka: *glaaaaaaaare* atsushi... ouo;;;;;; Kyoka: *leaps at him, sitting on his chest and unbuttoning the top of his shirt* atsushi: KYOUKA WHAT THE HECK?!?!?! O-O;;;;; Kyoka: *opens his shirt, inspects* "...I see no hickeys." *gets off of him, stands* "Very good. The harlot did not do anything inappropriate to you." atsushi:...... (thinking: i need to get her a boyfriend. girlfriend. SO. whatever! >///<; ) Kyoka: "I was just brewing tea. You may have that, then go straight to bed, young man." *Akutagawa watches from outside* atsushi: TTuTT; yes ma'am. Kyoka: "So, what did you and she do?" -elsewhere- Lucy: *hugging tiger plushie* =w= -underground- sonia: ..... *looking around her room* ..... FD: "...How does one tend to a child?" yana: ......*realizing she hasnt thought this all the way through*....shit. zoey: *hugging sonia and humming* FD: "...I guess do what Zoey is doing?" yana: or just let keek do it? keek: why me? FD: *stands over Keek* "Because I can kill you." keek:... OuO ..... QuQ FD: "Tend to the child with Zoey..." keek: yes siiiir... FD: "...Zoey? I expect to see you in no more than two hours." zoey: of course master fyodor. sonia: *stare* FD: "..." *awkward walk away* sonia:.... -elsewhere- Relan: *reading* shinra: *napping with his head on his lap* iris: *also napping against his side* Relan: ^\\\\^ ("So warm...") *holds his book to him, closed, as he closes his eyes* *sighs* shinra: zzzzz... -flames surround him- shinra: ??....where...is this? ???: "..." shinra: ?? mikami? is that you? is this another adora burst thing? ???: *she looks up at him* "..." shinra: ??? are you- -BANG- shinra: oof! >.< *he fell* Relan: *snaps awake* "I-I was resting my eyes!" shinra: *rubs his head* (thinking: that was weird...) Relan: "??? ... Maybe the bed isn't wide enough...?" shinra: *getting back up onto the bed* *ahem* night rel. .///.; Relan: *smiles* "Night..." *smooch* -elsewhere- Hibana: *smooch* gabriella: ^/////^ mmm~<3 Hibana: "Miss me...?" gabriella: *nods* welcome home, honey~ Hibana: "Tee hee..." *another smooch* gabriella: >///< hanako: hi mama! Hibana: "Sweetie!" *scoops her up and hugs her* "I missed you!" hanako: hehehe ^^ Hibana: *twirls Hanako around* "Were you a good girl?" -elsewhere- stocking: *holding kid close and rubbing his back* ... Kid: *shivering* stocking: it's ok kid. im here. Kid: "It-It just triggered memories..." stocking: *rubbing his back* you're here and you're safe. Kid: *whimpers* stocking: i love you kid, always. Kid: *nod nod* "I love you too...I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner..." stocking: it's ok. *kiss* Kid: T\\\\T stocking: *hums* Kid: "Mmm..." *yawns* -elsewhere Akutagawa: *growls* "Lousy, no-good simpering little..." naoya: *pap pap* easy there, buddy. Akutagawa: "Let's open up her apartment and slice her throat--" -someone else has entered the bar- naoya: ??? ... ....... Akutagawa: "..." Chuuya: "...Hello." naoya: i'm gonna go put some tunes on the jukebox. brb. Akutagawa: "..." *gestures to the seat* Chuuya: "..." *sits* "...You look awful." Akutagawa: "Ditto." bartender: your usual, chuuya? Chuuya: "...Sure." bartender: *nods and goes to do that* Akutagawa: "...What were you up to?" Chuuya: "...Thinking about your texts." Akutagawa: "..." Chuuya: "And you?" Akutagawa: "Stalking the were-tiger and plotting how to kill his girlfriend." Chuuya: "...So, the usual?" bartender: *gives chuuya his bourbon* Chuuya: "Thank you." Akutagawa: =_= -a calming jazz song plays from the jukebox- Chuuya: "...What you drinking?" Akutagawa: "Club soda." Chuuya: "Hmm..." naoya: i'll take a refill! Chuuya: "And what're you drinking, Naoya?" naoya: the usual. Chuuya: "Ah...And did Akutagawa drag you along?" naoya: to get drinks or the whole weretiger thing? Chuuya: "Both." naoya: no to the first one, and mori sent me for the second. Chuuya: "...Oh." naoya:...so how're you two holding up? Akutagawa: "...I am sad and angry all at once." Chuuya: "Ditto." naoya:...oh.... *sips her drink* the usual reasons? Chuuya: "..." *sips* Akutagawa: "Just let me maim her." naoya:...and how are you guys doing over here? Chuuya: " 'Here'?" naoya: i saw you guys are talkin to each other now. Chuuya: "..." Akutagawa: "I suppose we are." *sips* -elsewhere- Tsukiyo: *walking around, looking up at the Moon* "..." kabuki: good evening. Tsukiyo: "O-Oh, hey!" o\\\w\\\o "What're you doing out at this hour, buddy?" kabuki: since it's such a calm night out, i figured i would take a nice stroll. ^^ Tsukiyo: " 'Bout the same. Wanted to see the Moon...Want to walk together? For a bit?" kabuki: sure. Tsukiyo: "...So, what you've been up to today?" kabuki: basically prepping for the coming autumn. Tsukiyo: *chuckles* "What, bringing out the sweaters?" kabuki: sort of. Tsukiyo: "Yeah, I had some sweaters in mind to put on..." ^\\\w\\\^ kabuki: *sweatdrop* Tsukiyo: "And any other ideas you have for autumn? What you like to eat?" -elsewhere- Jacqueline: "Night, Kim." kim: night jackie *yawn* Jacqueline: "..." *small smile, as she heads to her room* -elsewhere- Arthur: "Zzz..." tamaki: zzz.... Arthur: *sleep mutter* "Silver...Faster...We got to rescue the Princess..." *turns, his arm going around Tamaki* tamaki: O///O Arthur: *hugs* "Faster..." tamaki: O////////O Arthur: *slight shift as he rides the "horse"* "Heigh-ho, Silver..." -elsewhere- Poe: Q~Q ("Can't sleep...") karl: zzzz Poe: *stares at his phone, pulling up a photo...* -it's from that day, with him, lana, rowena, and ranpo- Poe: *staring at Lana* QWQ ("...My heart feels funny...") karl: zzzz {lana: ^^} {Poe: *in a sharp suit, his hair slicked back* "You look lovely."} {lana: as do you. ^///^ } {Poe: *holds out his hand, as he puts on a domino mask* "May I have this dance?"} {lana: of course~} {Poe: *takes her hand, and places one lightly on her hip*} {lana: *blush*} {Poe: *smiles lightly* "I am not the best dancer..."} {lana: it's fine. im just happy to be here with you} {Poe: *slowly dances* "Lana...Thank you for accepting my invitation."} {lana: ^///^ .... u///u *leans in to kiss him*} {Poe: *leans in* u////u } Poe: *smooch* karl: ?? *watching him smooch his pillow* Poe: "Lana, your lips are so smooth--" *sees the pillow* "..." O_____O "GAH!" karl: ^^; Poe: Q~Q karl:... *pap pap* Poe: "I can't deal with this..." karl: *reassuring raccoon noises* Poe: *pat pat* "Thank you..." -underground- keek: O-O;;;; FD: "Lost?" keek: Q_Q (thinking: i cant risk asking for the exit cause im gonna die that way!) FD: "Were you leaving us?" keek:......i just wanted to know where my room was QuQ;;; FD: "...Follow me..." keek: *meekly following* FD: "Keep the room clean and proper." keek: *squeak* yessir Q_Q FD: "Watch out for rats." keek: (thinking: NO SHIT) FD: "The bathroom is down the hall. Feel free to use kitchen." keek: (thinking: just how many facilities are underground here?) FD: "Don't let the noises keep you awake." keek: .....what kind of noises? like the weird noises from earlier? FD: "Moaning, chains, crying, yells, whipping, licking, whirring." keek: ._________.; (thinking: JUST WHAT KIND OF S&M SHIT GOES ON DOWN HERE!?!?!) FD: "Feel free to make your own noises. Just don't awaken Zoey." keek: noted. FD: *opens door to pitch black room* "Enter." keek: *squints and flips the night vision on her visor* *It looks thrown together, the bed unmade* keek: QuQ just like home.....sorta. FD: *pats her shoulder* "If something is missing, please let us know." -elsewhere- Takehisa: "...How did his head go through the wall?" Arthur: x_____x tamaki: 7///7; Vulcan: "I think Doc's got a tool to push Arthur out." Victor: *holds a jackhammer* -elsewhere- Kid: "Zzzzz..." stocking: zzzzz *nuzzle* Kid: =////= *yawn* -morning- Akutagawa: =w= "Zzz..." naoya: seems he tuckered himself out. Chuuya: "Seems so...Thanks for letting us crash." naoya: no prob ^^ Chuuya: *stretches* "Not a bad place you have--" Akutagawa: *still asleep--turns over and wraps his arms around Chuuya* Chuuya: "..." -_-;;; naoya: thanks. hirotsu got it for me for my 21st birthday. Chuuya: "He bought you this place? Damn." naoya: yeah. i have to thank him for all he's done for me. i appreciate it. *small smile* hard to believe i joined the mafia because i attempted to mug him, haha. Chuuya: "Lucky he didn't kill you..." naoya: yeah. he must have seen some potential in me to take me in. guess when he heard about my perspective ability, he figured i'd be useful. and thats kind of how 17-year-old me joined the black lizards. Chuuya: "...Neat. Can you get him off of me?" Akutagawa: =w= naoya: *pulling him off* Akutagawa: "H-Huh? Where am I? Tiger?" naoya: nope. Chuuya: *waves* Akutagawa: "..." *pouts* "I should have known. The Tiger is much taller than you--" Chuuya: *glaaaaaaaaare* naoya: *small chuckle* well, you two better hurry, dont you have school today? Chuuya: "Yeah, yeah..." *sniffs* "Ugh..." -elsewhere- Anya: *passing out quizzes* yana: *staring at the paper* ... Anya: *returns to her seat, looks at Yana* "Need a pen?" -elsewhere- Gin: *hangs up sandbag* miura: ... Gin: "Ready?" -elsewhere- Poe: owo;;;; karl: ?? Poe: "I will now return to sorting the books!" *throws a book out the window* owo;;;;;;;;;;;; "...Did I do it right?" library manager: um....are you feeling ok? Poe: "Great! I had happy dreams!" O\\\\w\\\\\O;;;; library manager:...do you need to see the nurse? Poe: "...Yes." -and so- Poe: "I have butterflies in my stomach, Nurse." nygus:...in a figurative sense or a literal sense? Poe: owo;;; "I hope figurative. Although my dreams have been odd..." nygus: how so? Poe: o\\\\o "L-L-Lots of...um...hand-holding?" nygus: hmm. Poe: "...and other such things." *cheek scratch* -elsewhere- Tsukiyo: -w- kabuki: *enjoying some ramen* Tsukiyo: *slurps her noodles* "So good..." -elsewhere- Victor: *mixing chemicals* -elsewhere- keek: *didnt sleep a single wink* FD: *whistling* keek:.... Q_____Q (thinking: the noises i heard....i will never be able to unhear) FD: "Hello, Keek." keek: EEP! FD: "I see you are awake. Have you had breakfast?" keek: yeah, someone left it for me through the door slot. FD: "We pride ourselves on our service." keek: y-yeah....i see..... FD: "And I have your tasks for today." keek:....*looking at the paper* FD: "And get the good information we need." keek:...y-yeah.... FD: "...Is there a problem?" keek: n-n-not at all sir! FD: "Good. Because I would hate for you to have any problems." keek:....r-right. u-understood. FD: *pats her head* "Good." keek:....*tears falling a bit as he leaves* zoey: ... FD: "...Zoey?" zoey: yes master fyodor? FD: "Is something troubling you?" zoey:....*holding onto his arm* .... FD: "...You aren't...jealous, are you?" zoey:....y-yes... FD: *lifts up her chin* "You have no reason to be jealous. My eyes are only on you." zoey: ah~ *blush* FD: *smiles* "And I can show you..." -elsewhere- Lucy: *passing a note* atsushi: ?? *Inside the note: "Meet me behind dining hall after lunch"* atsushi:...*gulps and hides it in his pocket* .///. Lucy: .\\\. *goes back to taking notes and listening to the lecture* atsushi: ... .///. Stein: "Then the nucleus divides, initiate mitosis..." -elsewhere- Akitaru: *dusting photos* -it's a photo of the oubi family at an amusement park, with baby ami in her stroller- Akitaru: "..." *soft pat on the photo* -elsewhere- Chuuya: *staring at a math problem* ._.; shinra: .... (thinking: that girl....she almost looked like iris....does it have something to do with adora burst?...) ... *head bonk* (thinking: ugh. iris doesnt even _have_ fire abilities, let alone adora burst. dont be stupid, shinra!) Chuuya: "??? Um...Do you have problems with this math, too?" shinra: hmm? no. it's actually one of my best subjects! Chuuya: "Could you help me out with this, then?" shinra: oh, sure. Chuuya: "So, I keep doing it like this, but the answer doesn't match. Am I supposed to multiply first?" -elsewhere- Akutagawa: "..." sayaka: *streeeetch* Akutagawa: "What am I to do in this class?" sayaka: basic combat training. Akutagawa: "So, you are my opponent?" sayaka: seems like it. *has her sword out* Akutagawa: "...Cute." *summons Rashomon* sayaka: OuO; dark shadow: 💗 u 💗 tokoyami: O-O?! rashomon: O-O; Akutagawa: "??? Rashomon? What is--" rashomon: *retreats back into the coat* O_O;;;; tokoyami: dark shadow! down! >-< Akutagawa: !!!!! "Rashomon! Defend me--" -elsewhere- Mr. Tsubaki: "Zzz..." *in human form, napping in nurse's office* reimi: *bringing green tea for him* Mr. Tsubaki: *sniff sniff* *opens one eye* "Oh...Thank you." reimi: ^^ Mr. Tsubaki: *sips* "Hmm! That's...really tasty." -elsewhere- Mori: *whistling* miura: ... Mori: "Oh, hello there..." miura: *nods* Mori: "Busy day, huh?" miura: more or less. Mori: "Tell me what's on your agenda." miura: basically the usual of monitoring everything around here. Mori: "Keep me abreast of this information." miura: ....phrasing sir. Mori: -_-; "Just keep me informed." miura: noted. Mori: *walks back towards his office* miura: *follows* Mori: "???" *turns around* "...What are you doing?" miura: um, this thing called 'my job'? Mori: "...Oh. Of course." *turns back, continues walking* ("Just got a creepy feeling...") {-one of mori's classmates lays dead at his feet, a look of pure terror on her face-} {Mori: "..." *small lick of his lip, tasting his own sweat* "..." *looks around...*} {-no one else is around-} {Mori: ("Where to hide...?")} {-a message on his phone-} {ougai sr: [how did it go, son?]} {Mori: [complete. but what to do with remains?]} {ougai sr: [check your surroundings. is there a furnace?] } {Mori: [yes.] *picks up the corpse*} {ougai sr: [make sure to cut her up to pieces <3 ]} {Mori: *sees a pair of scissors*} -the phone rings- Mori: *snaps back to attention, picks up the phone* "Yes?" -elsewhere- Lucy: *looking around* atsushi: hey. Lucy: "!!!" *slaps a hand over his mouth, holds a finger to her own lips* "Shhh..." atsushi: ?! Lucy: *pulls him behind the building, still looking around* "...Pfew! It's felt like Akuatagawa's been spying on me all day..." atsushi: ...what do we do then? the agency is under orders not to attack the mafia still... Lucy: "..." *looks down, taps her fingers* "I don't know...It could just be my imagination...I-I just wanted to get away..." atsushi:...*hug* Lucy: Q\\\\Q *sniff* *hug* atsushi: it's going to be ok. we'll find a way to handle this. Lucy: *sniff* "I-I'm going to hold you to that..." *holds onto him* atsushi: i know. u///u Lucy: *shivers a bit, crying slightly* atsushi: ... (thinking: ok. do it right this time atsushi, for her sake...) Lucy: "..." *calms down, but still holding onto him* -elsewhere- Dazai: *picking out oranges* mary: *humming* Dazai: "Oh, pardon me, kiddo..." *reaches past for strawberries* mary: *hands them to him* here ya go ^^... hey! you got bandages too! do you get attacked by animals too?! Dazai: owo;;; "...Only on purpose." mary: woah! that totes makes us bandage buddies! >u< Dazai: OwO;;;; "...Sure? Wh-Why do animals attack you?" mary: it just kinda happens. usually after i bring them back from the dead. that's my ability! i can bring back dead animals! Dazai: O____O "...That sounds awful. Can't the dead just die?!" mary: hmm? OuO~? Dazai: "...I mean, I just want to die." mary: O_O you should meet my friend bram! you want to die, and he always thinks he's going to die. you'll be death buddies! bram: T_T; Dazai: OWO "D-D-D-D-Death buddies?!" *squee* bram: um... *sweatdrop* mary, dont talk to strange people. Dazai: "I'm not a stranger! I'm Dazai!" bram:....anyways, come on mary. mr fitzgerald's going to worry. mary: okay. *waves* bye bandage buddy! Dazai: *waves* "Bye-bye! See y--" o_____o "..." ("Mr. Who-y?") -elsewhere- Arthur: "Owie..." teacher: and what have we learned? Relan: *holding ice pack to his head* "Not to run in the halls..." Arthur: "Avoid obstacles when pursuing your prey!" *holds up a lizard by the tail* lizard: Q_Q Relan: -_-;;; "Dude, you knocked me into a door to catch your lizard--" Arthur: "Dragon." Relan: "...I can't even." shinra: *glares at arthur* you ok rel? Relan: T_T "My face and head hurt..." shinra: i'll get you to the nurse. Relan: "Thank you..." Arthur: "What about my injuries?" -nurse's office- Relan: *his eye looks a little swollen* T_T shinra: *worried* nygus: *giving him a compress* why dont you lay down for a bit? Relan: "Okay..." *does so* "Hmm..." -someone is resting in the other bed- Relan: "???" Poe: owo;;;; "...The butterflies are still in my tummy..." Relan: o_o; shinra: ._.; he looks like he's laying in a coffin....creepy. Relan: "No kidding--even my one good eye can see that..." Poe: "I get that a lot. But this is different." shinra: ?? Poe: "This one...is out of love!" >W< shinra: ...okay then? *blink* nygus: ah. Relan: "...Like, is this a new feeling for you, Mr...?" Poe: "Poe. Edgar. Yes. All new. Maybe? I don't know. I thought I knew it--but it was depression." shinra: um.....okay? karl: ouo nygus: ... Relan: QWQ "I-I know that feeling, sir!" shinra:....is that a raccoon? Poe: "His name is Karl." shinra: *looks at relan* Relan: QWQ "He just wants love..." shinra: .... *blushing from relan's adorableness* Poe: "And how long have you two been dating?" shinra: O/////O SINCE LAST OCTOBER! THANKS FOR ASSUMING THAT AUTOMATICALLY! *nervous smile* Relan: o\\\w\\\o "Um..." Poe: "I can be perceptive, too!" shinra: um right.. haha... ^^;;;; -elsewhere- Giovanni: "Step forward..." lisa:.... guruna: kururu~ Giovanni: "Feeler..." lisa: ... Giovanni: "Who is your teacher?" lisa: ..... -elsewhere- Hibana: *holding up a dollie* hanako: ^^ Hibana: *silly voice through the doll* "May I have a kiss, Hanako?" hanako: *smooch* ^^ *hug* gabriella: >///u///< Hibana: "Hee hee...Enjoy the new doll, sweetie." *head pat* -elsewhere- Kepuri: *sits up in bed* akaderu: feeling better? Kepuri: *weak smile* "Yes...I guess I just caught a bug..." akaderu: *small chuckle and kisses her forehead* get well soon, ok? Kepuri: >\\\\< "Of course I will, babe." akaderu: glad to hear. Kepuri: "And when I'm feeling better, we're going out...I got something in mind." akaderu: like what? Kepuri: "A date night...with some surprises~" akaderu:.....*bright red in the face* ....ok. Kepuri: *lies back down* "But I need sleep first..." -elsewhere- Benimaru: *walking through the street* fang-hua: hey commander. Benimaru: "Oh, Kohana. Hello." -elsewhere- Higan: *looking over paintbrushes* himawari: ?? Higan: "Oh, hey, Himawari...I'm just determining which brush has the best hair..." -elsewhere- Meme: *giggles* "Hurry up!" mio: *following* Meme: "So much to do--what do you want to do first?" tsugumi: i heard the arcade got a new game in! Anya: "I suppose that would be enjoyable..." mio: hell yeah Anya: *looks around* ao: hmm? Anya: "Is that...Yana?" yana: *casually strolling towards the subway system* Anya: "...Hey, Yana!" yana: OwO !! oh, hey anya, how's it hangin? Anya: "??? I'm...not sure?" tsugumi: where are you going? yana: just heading home. dad asked me to help him with some stuff. Anya: "Oh, a family business?" yana: more or less *faint smirk* Anya: "Well, that's too bad. Maybe next time you can hang out with us." yana: maybe. well, i should get going. *waves and heads down under* Anya: *waves* "..." ao: i wonder...why would she be going through an abandoned subway system? mio: thrill seeker? tsugumi: perhaps its a shortcut? Meme: "Hmm..." Anya: *worried* -elsewhere- Lucy: *looking around* "I don't see anyone..." atsushi: here we are. Lucy: *sigh of relief* Kyouka: *looking around the corner* atsushi: *walking with them to the elevator of the agency building* *low growl* Lucy: O____O atsushi: ??!! kenji: *on the elevator, his stomach growling* hi ^^ Lucy: -_-; atsushi: 4th floor please? kenji: you got it! Lucy: "...So, what's your ability, um...you?" kenji: super strength! but only when im really hungry. Lucy: "So, that means you're really strong right now?" kenji: yuppers! ^^ Lucy: "What's your max?" -ding- atsushi: here we are. yosano: hey kiddos. kirako: welcome back. oh. hello miss...um...montgomery, was it? Lucy: *nods* "Yes. Hello, Miss...?" kirako: haruno. Lucy: *small bow* "Nice to meet you." ranpo: oh, hey atsushi's girlfriend. what brings you here? Lucy: -\\\\- "I have a name, Detective Conan." ranpo: is it anne? Lucy: >< "It's Lucy!" ranpo: i already knew that. Lucy: "THEN WHY DID YOU ASK?!" ranpo: because i couldnt care less. atsushi: ranpo! D8< Lucy: "...Anne?" anne: *glare* ranpo:...cool story bro. Lucy: "CRUSH HIM." -elsewhere- Akutagawa: -_-; "Why did you bring me here?" naoya: to take your mind off things and have a lil fun. *she took them to the arcade* Chuuya: *looking around* "I haven't been to one in a while.." Akutagawa: "...Are there violent games?" kim: *playing the DDR* naoya: we got some alien shooters. Jacqueline: "Keep going!" Akutagawa: "I will shoot aliens, then." Chuuya: *spots skeeball* "..." *smirk* naoya: awesome. ^^ Chuuya: *starts up skeeball...and adds a little gravity to land in direct center* mio: woah. Chuuya: "???" ^\\\^ "Just beginner's luck, I'm sure." ao: *squints* Chuuya: *another center shot* tsugumi: good job, ozaki! Chuuya: "Thanks. Maybe I have more than luck, then..." ao: ... Chuuya: *tosses more skeeballs, winning a perfect score* mio: D8 *jawdrop* Chuuya: *takes his tickets* ^^ -elsewhere- Victor: *racing a toy car* tamaki: *somehow is buried up to her neck in the dirt* im not even going to ask. Vulcan: *also racing a toy car* "I'm catching up to you!" *the wheels spin out--slamming mud in Tamaki's face* tamaki: *PTOOIE* WHY Arthur: *his forehead is bandaged* "I take it my good luck charm wore off?" tamaki: TT~TT -elsewhere- Poe: *takes stomach medicine* "...The butterflies are still there." rowena: are you certain you'll be ok, brother? *worried* Poe: "...I-I-I think I have a problem..." rowena: ?? Poe: "...Do you like Lana?" rowena: miss lana? i suppose. she does seem nice. Poe: "...How would you feel if I asked her to--um...what do people my age do with people?" rowena: ??? im afraid i dont follow? Poe: "A-A-A date?" rowena: ah! i see! well, i think it's worth trying. ^^ Poe: "Th-Then I can ask her..." -elsewhere- Mr. Tsubaki: *looking at a newspaper article* "..." reimi: ?? Mr. Tsubaki: "New museum piece..." *points* "I recognize the artwork." reimi: *reading* so he used a human name, eh? Mr. Tsubaki: *nods* "Guess he wanted his work out there..." -elsewhere- Spirit: "Homework done, kiddo?" izumi: yep. Spirit: "Well, that's good--'cause guess who got you dessert?" *holds up a plate* izumi: thanks dad! ^^ Spirit: "You're welcome." *smiles* -elsewhere- FD: "How did it go?" yana: surprisingly well. FD: Report." sonia: *listening* ...... yana: and that's what all happened. FD: "Those classmates, what do they think of you?" yana: i seem to be on pretty good terms with one of them. FD: "What do you know about this classmate?" yana: let's find out then~ sonia: .... FD: *smiles* "That's my girl." yana: dont call me that. it's creepy. FD: "Still accurate." yana:.... 7_7; aaaanyways. FD: "Go do your homework..." yana: fair enough. *goes to do that* sonia: ....... FD: "???" *stares at Sonia* sonia: *staaaaare* FD: -_-;;; *shuffles to the side* sonia:.... FD: "...Why do you keep staring at me?" sonia:...... *looking down at her feet* FD: "What do you want?" sonia:....*glances at a door where rain's corpse is kept* FD: "..." *pats a hand on Sonia's shoulder* "Do you like cookies?" sonia:... *points to the door* mom in there. FD: ._.; "Um..." sonia: mom in there. FD: "...Come on." *takes her hand* sonia: ?? see mom? FD: "...No...Come along..." pulls her* sonia:..... FD: ("How do I do this...Where the hell is Zoey...?") zoey: ?? FD: "Oh, thank goodness...Zoey, take care of her." zoey: of course. *smiles at sonia* come along, sweetie. sonia:.... FD: *internal sigh of relief* -elsewhere- Lucy: *sips tea* "So, how long you been working here, Miss Haruno?" kirako: about a few years. Lucy: "I see...Do you like the work?" kirako: *nods* Lucy: "The coworkers treat you okay? Atsushi told me Dazai is a handful." kirako: yes, he can be. but once you get a better understanding, he's a lot easier to handle. 7///7 Lucy: "Hmm. I would hope." *sip* "...You okay?" kirako: hmm? oh! of course i am! Lucy: *nods* "Well, I suppose I should head home..." kirako: well, since we do live in the same apartment complex, i'll go with you guys. atsushi: sounds good. Lucy: "I'd appreciate that...after everything that's been going on..." kirako: *nod* we'll see what we can do about the akutagawa situation. Lucy: *sniff, wipes a tear* "Th-Thanks..." kirako: *pats her back* Lucy: *follows out the door...* -elsewhere- Akutagawa: *grumbles* "Stupid game..." naoya: nyohoho~ ^^ *peace sign* Chuuya: "??? Yo, man, it's fine. I won you something." Akutagawa: "???" naoya: ?? Chuuya: *puts over-sized novelty sunglasses onto Akutagawa* Akutagawa: [ . ] _ [ . ] naoya: *snerks and laughs* Akutagawa: "What?" Chuuya: *snaps a pic with his phone* naoya: faved. higuchi: [that's a good look for you, ryunosuke] Akutagawa: [>]_[<] "Delete!" Chuuya: "Nope." naoya: you got more comments on it. miura: [charming.] kinako: [dude, that's rad] Tachihara: [lulz!] Akutagawa: [-]_[-] naoya: oh hey, dazai left a comment too. Dazai: [Hey old-timer!] Akutagwa: *growls* naoya: oh look! a purikura booth! Chuuya: " 'Purikura'?" naoya: one of those photo booths where you can customize the photo? Chuuya: "..." *smirks at Akutagawa* Akutagawa: [ 0 ] \\\ [ 0 ] -and so- Chuuya: "Ha ha ha!" naoya: cute ^^ Akutagawa: "...Why do I have red stuff on my face?" naoya: it's supposed to be blush. Akutagawa: "...Oh. Well, then, that's fine." -elsewhere- Victor: *pouring an entire bottle of shampoo into his hair in the shower* "Stupid mud..." >___< -elsewhere- Sakuya: *chewing gum* naho: zzzz Sakuya: *puts his gum into the trash, lies beside Naho* "..." naho: =w= Sakuya: "..." *hug* naho: mmm~ <3 Sakuya: *forehead kiss* naho: hehe~ Sakuya: *whispers* "Hey." naho: hey sakkun...~ Sakuya: "Hm?" naho: *smooch* Sakuya: =\\\= *smooch* naho: it's getting colder out. Sakuya: "..." *pulls up the blanket* "Better warm up..." naho: mmm~<3 *crawling under his jacket* Sakuya: "..." =\\\= *pats her back under the jacket* -elsewhere- stocking: mmm that feels nice =////= Kid: "Doesn't it, though? You want more?" stocking: *nod* Kid: "And where should that be...?" *rubs her wrist* stocking: mmmm~ *nuzzle* Kid: *whispers* "Stocking? I love you..." stocking: i love you too kid. always. Kid: ^w^ *smooch* stocking: hehe~ ^///^ Kid: "And..." *hug* stocking: mmm~ Kid: *kisses her neck* stocking: ah~ you naughty reaper~ Kid: "Guilty..." *tugs down on her collar* -elsewhere- Gin: *humming* -elsewhere, at an apartment building- Chuuya: "..." *looks at the door* -why are you torturing yourself this way?- Chuuya: "..." *inhales...knocks* voice: comin'! -an older woman answers- woman: may i help you, sir? Chuuya: "Oh! Um...S-Sorry. I think I have the...wrong apartment." woman: i see. *closes the door* -who did you think you were trying to fool?- Chuuya: "..." *balls his hand into a fist...shakes...* -you know no matter how many times you answer this door, she wont come back- Chuuya: ("...Then I'll just do what has to be done...") -oh~? and what's that?- Chuuya: ("...Kill Mori.") -elsewhere- Relan: ^\\\^ shinra: *hug* iris: *hug* Relan: "Th-Thank you both..." iris: any time. Relan: *small smooch to each of their cheeks* -elsewhere- Kepuri: *soft purr* akaderu:...*small smile* Kepuri: "Such strong arms..." akaderu: 7////7 Kepuri: *kisses his arm* akaderu: ./////. Kepuri: *turns, kisses his lips* nea: *in the other room* AH~<3 akaderu: o-o; Shinoda: "Oh, yes!" Death the Kid: Kepuri: -___- *takes off her shirt, kisses Akaderu, moaning...* akaderu: O///////O Kepuri: *loud moan, as she slams a hand against the wall* chie: -_-; so noisy Shinoda: "...Oh, so that's how it is..." toru: =n= Yohei: *flips switch on a white noise machine...* mono: KEEP IT DOWN SOME OF US WANT TO SLEEP! Assi: .\\\. Shotaro: "Are Nea and Shinoda jumping on the bed again?" mana: yeah. go back to sleep! -elsewhere- Lucy: *yawn, lies back on couch* "Zzz..." atsushi: ....*picks her up and carries her to her bed* Lucy: "M-M..." atsushi: ?? Lucy: "Mama..." atsushi:....*hug* Lucy: *still sleeping, holding onto him...* atsushi:.... .///.; -elsewhere in the building- kirako: *brushing kyouka's hair* Kyoka: ^^ "This feels really good..." kirako: ^^ naomi: enjoying the sleepover i take it? Kyoka: "Yes...although not bringing the harlot was an odd choice." naomi: jealous i take it~? Kyoka: "...No. I just worry what she will do to Atsushi." kirako: you're almost like a doting mother, haha! naomi: nah. that'd be kunikida. Kyoka: "...Ha ha. Yes." -elsewhere- Black Star: *snoring* tsubaki: *snuggle* Black Star: ^\\\^ "Zzz..." *hug* -morning- Arthur: *yawn* tamaki: zzzzz Arthur: "..." *small kiss on her cheek* tamaki: =///w///= Arthur: *hugs, whispers* "Time to wake up...Kitten." tamaki: mornin' Arthur: *smile* "Sleep well?" tamaki: yeah. Arthur: "..." *strokes her cheek* "Time to start today, then." -elsewhere- Kid: =w= stocking: *tracing a finger along his chest* Kid: *happy shudder* "A-a-ah~" stocking: hehe~ Kid: "St-Stocking..." -elsewhere- Lucy: *snore* atsushi: zzzzzzz *asleep against the wall on the floor* odasaku: not exactly the most comfy place to sleep... Lucy: *opens her eyes, sees him* "...What the heck are you doing?" atsushi: i know, but i was too tired to move....*yaawn*... O////O um.....hi? Lucy: .\\\. "Hi...How are you feeling?" atsushi: alright. you? Lucy: "...I don't remember going to bed?" atsushi: you fell asleep on the couch and i carried you so you'd be comfy! >///< Lucy: o\\\o "Um...I-I appreciate that...but how could you have been comfortable sleeping on the floor?" atsushi: i was...worried _he_ might come in and hurt you.....so i kept guard....i was keeping guard! i wasnt being creepy! honest! Lucy: "..." *sighs, stretches* "You're probably exhausted being guard-tiger, then...I'll make breakfast. Go lie down for a bit and get some more sleep." *gets out of bed, leans down--and kisses his nose* atsushi: O///////////O *tail pops out again* Lucy: o\\\o "...Okay." *quickly walks out* "I'll make toast!" *closes the door behind her* atsushi: *trying to hide the tail* odasaku: smooth. atsushi: you shush. -elsewhere- Emine: *knocking on the door* "Stop hogging the bathroom." -elsewhere- Black Star: *yawns* tsubaki: morning. Black Star: *smiles* "Mornin'..." *smooch* tsubaki: ^^ Black Star: "How was your sleep?" tsubaki: slept well. you? Black Star: "Kinda alright. Weird dream." tsubaki: ?? how so? Black Star: "There was this river, but the water was all red..." tsubaki: .... Black Star: "I thought I saw...a bird? Like, a tiny one?" tsubaki: a bird? Black Star: *nods* "It kept opening its mouth to sing--but nothing came out, just this hoarse noise." tsubaki: .... Black Star: "Then I woke up." tsubaki: ..... Black Star: *smiles widely* "I'm starving! I'm going to make some bacon and muffins!" tsubaki:... ^^ ok. -elsewhere- -two individuals are on a road- Clone!Justin: "...Do we...what is it called, 'hiker-itch'?" noriko:...someone is coming. Clone!Justin: *looks* -a car with an older gentleman is coming up- noriko: *waving her arms* Older Man: "???" *pulls over, lowers the window* "...Yes?" noriko: my friend and i are lost. can you take us to the nearest city? Older Man: "Well, it is a bit crowded in the back...I have a lot of books there." noriko: it's fine. *getting in....* Clone!Justin: *sits in the front* Older Man: o_o; -elsewhere- *Loud scream inside the 8th* tamaki: ?!?! maki: ?! iris: what happened?! Victor: *peers around the corner* "Um, guys? I think Vulcan needs some help in the garage..." shinra: what happened in here? Vulcan: *holds up an empty cage...a very large cage* "Fluffy escaped!" shinra: um.... -in arthur's room- fluffy: *sitting on his bed* ... Arthur: "Zzz..." *turns over* Relan: "...Um, Fluffy isn't a...cat, are they?" *holds Buttons close* Vulcan: "Oh, no, nothing like that. Fluffy is a gila monster." Arthur: *yawns, opens his eyes* "...So, you finally came to kill me, you bastard." fluffy: OwO shinra: um..... AHHHHHH!!! Arthur: "KILL THE DRAGON!" *pulls Excalibur's base from under his bed, igniting it* -they stopped him- fluffy: Q_Q Vulcan: *petting Fluffy* "It's okay, no one is going to hurt you." Takehisa: -___-;; "I tolerated the rat, I will not tolerate the baby alligator." maki: gila monster. -elsewhere- Kid: *opens cupboard* "...Oh no...Out of cookies." liz: store trip? Kid: "Yes, that will do." -elsewhere- Emine: *dressed as Santa Claus* chie: ^^; you're a few months too early there Emine: "I am not wearing this because I want to. Someone stole all clothes from my room and left only this." *he has the beard on as well* chie: yeah, it's called 'im doing laundry and you could use it' Emine: "...When will my clothes be out of the dryer?" *holds up a bell, starts ringing it* -elsewhere- Customer #1: "Excuse me, where is the cereal aisle?" soul: aisle 5. Customer #2: "Hey, this coupon says buy one get one, but you only have one left on the shelf." soul: um. im kind of with a customer here? Customer #3: "Hey, you! I almost slipped on some spilled soda in Aisle 5!" soul: erm Hyde: "Home slice!" soul: oh, hey hyde. Hyde: "I'm short on cash. Can I just take this soda?" *it's leaking...* manager: ok people, back it up. there's plenty of employees around to ask. soul: TTuTT; Hyde: "...Really? It kinda feels like Soul is the only one here. Like, do the other ones even have names?" -elsewhere- Lucy: *writing notes* atsushi: .///. Lucy: *looks up at the board--spots Atsushi* "..." *waves* atsushi: !! *wave* ^///^; Lucy: "..." *small smile, as she goes back to writing notes* atsushi: ... .//////. Sid: "Nakajima? Nakajima! I called on you." atsushi: oh! right! sorry sir! Sid: "So? What's the answer?" atsushi: *quickly glances at the board* *The board has a complicated chemistry equation related to bodily transformation* atsushi: O_O;;;; -elsewhere- Kunikida: "...Who took my sandwich from the fridge?" ranpo: dazai did it. Dazai: "SLANDER!" *has mustard on his cheek...and is holding the sandwich in his hand* -elsewhere- FD: *looking around* barkova: ?? FD: "Have you seen the child?" barkova: *nods* sonia: *in her room, staring at a few dolls* FD: "Hmm...I can leave Zoey to her." sonia:.... *hiding a drawing in one of her stuffed animals....a drawing of her....rain...and chuuya* FD: "Where is Zoey?" barkova: *points to the medical room* FD: *enters the medical room* zoey: what did you need, master fyodor? FD: "That child..." zoey: yes? FD: "...How does one interact with a child?" -elsewhere- Anya: *looking through library shelves* -piano music can be heard in the distance- Anya: "???" *walks a bit closer to the source* -seems the music is coming from in the music room- licht: *playing piano* Anya: *listens* .\\\. licht: *finishes* Anya: "..." *claps* licht: *looks up* oh hey. Anya: "That was wonderful!" -elsewhere- lana: your room will be on the 6th floor then, sir. ???: "Thank you. I'm looking forward to my stay." *smiles* lana: ^^ ???: "Which way's the elevator?" lana: to the right of the help desk. ???: "Thanks!" *takes his luggage and starts towards the elevator lana: ^^ .... *sees someone at the desk* yes, may i help you- Poe: o\\\\w\\\\o lana: O////O e-edgar! what brings you here? Poe: "FIGS!" lana: ?? owo; Poe: "Dates! I would like dates!" lana: edgar....are you trying to ask me on a date? Poe: O\\\\\\\\\O "Th-That's really direct! B-Bu-But accurate?" lana: ..... O/////////////////O m-maybe after i g-get off work? OwO;; Poe: owo; "Wh-When w-w-w-would that b-b-b-b-be?" lana: around 5. Poe: :D "I will see you then!" lana:.... .////. Coworker: "Oooooooo!" lana: o/////o y-you shush. >///< Coworker #2: "Didn't know you were into bishie shy guys." lana: *trying to work* -///-; Coworker #1: *chuckles* "Maybe he'll bring her black roses..." coworker 3: hey lay off guys, the gal's trying to work. unlike _some_ people. T_T Coworker #2: "..." *rolls eyes, gets back to the phone* Coworker #1: *small smile* coworker 4: we're grown adults. this isnt high school. -later- Poe: *holding a flower* owo;;;; lana: thank you. .////. soooo, have anywhere in mind? Poe: "I-I-I know one restaurant. Good atmosphere. Vegetarian options." lana: that sounds lovely. Poe: "...J-Just this way..." *reaches towards her hand...* lana: *smiles and holds his hand* ... ./////w/////. Poe: o\\\\\o *steam off his head, as he walks forward* twain: dude....is that....poe?....on a date?....with a girl??.... holy shit, i didnt think he had it in him to ask someone out! good for him! Steinbeck: "Tch. I bet he screws this up." twain: jeez man, who put a hornet's nest up _your_ butt? Steinbeck: "...No one. Just...he should be working for the Guild." twain: hmm... oscar: seems he's quite happy with her. it's so cute~<3 Steinbeck: *gag* oscar:.... *pulls his cheeks* jeez, johny-boy. you have no sense of romance! >n< Steinbeck: "H-Hey! Stop that!" oscar: hmm, i wonder if that kenji boy is around for you to talk to...? twain: dude no. turns out the kid is 14. major deal breaker on that front. Steinbeck: "MOVING. ON!" ebie: i can to recon! -elsewhere- Lucy: "...Why is Dazai hanging from the ceiling with a sign saying 'I will not steal'?" atsushi: i dont know lucy. i just dont know.... *covering kyouka's eyes as dazai's position is rather......suggestive* Kyoka: "???" Dazai: *small moan* Lucy: -______-;;;;; atsushi: aaaanyway. kirako:.... >///>;;; *AHEM* Lucy: "..." *hands Anne a pair of scissors* "Cut him down." -elsewhere- Gin: "Good work." higuchi: thanks. ^^ Gin: "What shall we do now?" higuchi: well, since we have the rest of the night off....did you...um....well... ./////. doyouwannaseeamovie? Gin: "...Can it be one with some action?" higuchi: sure! Gin: "Then yes. Let's go." *takes her hand* higuchi:....ok. .///////////////////////////. Gin: *guides her out the room* "Where did you leave your coat?" higuchi: ah! i think it's still in the locker. Gin: *leads her there* "...Oh. I should probably change." *she's in her battle attire* higuchi: ..... ?? *notices a file left in her locker* ??.... *puts it in her bag* Gin: *has removed her mask, opening her locker to take out her clothes* higuchi:... >/////>; Gin: *unbuttons and removes her shirt, then takes off her pants* "...What?" higuchi: n-nothing! OwO;; Gin: *shrugs, puts on her blouse and skirt...looks in her locker mirror* "...Should I have my hair like this?" higuchi: i-if you want. Gin: "...I wish I could make mine have a style like yours." higuchi: i-i could help you there, i-if you wanted. .////. (thinking: WHY AM I SO NERVOUS?!) Gin: "..." *soft smile* "I would like that. Please, help me." -elsewhere- Akutagawa: "...What is this?" ango: WHY AM I HERE?! I WANTED TO LEAVE ALL THIS BEHIND!! naoya: stop being a pissbaby and enjoy your date! ango: THIS IS NO DATE! THIS IS A HOSTAGE SITUATION! Akutagawa: "...Um...?" naoya: enjoy you two~ *closes the door* -there is a table with a fake candle and food set up- ango:....i cant even reach my utensils. Akutagawa: "...I suppose I could cut up your food for you." ango: i would appreciate that.....i dont know why i was dragged into this... Q_Q Akutagawa: "Hmm...I wonder whether Naoya was trying to help..." *cuts up food and puts some on a fork held up to Ango's mouth* ango: TT_TT i just want to go home now. im not exactly one for 'blind dates', per say. especially with those in the mafia. Akutagawa: "...We can at least talk. How is work?" ango:........ sooooooo....any hobbies? Akutagawa: "Surveillance." ango:...i....see..... -elsewhere- Lucy: *curled up under a blanket, reading* -elsewhere- lana: i had a great time tonight, edgar. ^^ Poe: "I did as well." *smiles* "I always enjoy your company." lana: the feeling is mutual. ^///^ Poe: .\\\. "W-Would you be interested in another d-date?" lana: *blush* i would like that very much. Poe: "Gr-Great! Wh-When?" -elsewhere- Hibana: *opens a door* "???" hanako: zzzzz gabriella: *crashed out on the chair* zzzz Hibana: QWQ ("My babies...") *tucks in Hanako, puts a blanket over Gabriella and sits by her* gabriella: =w= Hibana: *rests head along her shoulder* -elsewhere- Gin: *watching the film* "..." higuchi: .//////. Gin: *holds up popcorn to Higuchi* higuchi: thanks. ... .////. Gin: *nods, goes back to staring at the action...as her hand moves to rest on Higuchi's shoulder* higuchi:..... .///////. Gin: *leans, whispers in her ear* "To practice dating, have to be used to a hand on your shoulder." *pat pat* higuchi: r-right.. ./////////. Gin: "..." *goes back to watching the film...and holds Higuchi's hand* higuchi: gin?.....thanks for coming here with me. Gin: *nods* "You're welcome. Thank you for joining me, too." higuchi:....*blushes and leans against her shoulder* Gin: "..." -\\\- *puts arm around her, soft but supportive* -elsewhere- Victor: *staring into the oven* "...Almost finished..." nozomi: working on something? Victor: *smiles* "Pizza!" nozomi: ah. what kind? Victor: "Veggie to start." -elsewhere- Dazai: *hums* -trash can bang- Dazai: owo; *looks* mii: owo~? Dazai: "Oh, hey! What're you doing?" mii: *mreeeow~* ^^ Dazai: *holds out a hand* mii: *crawls up onto his shoulder* mreow~! Dazai: "Hee hee..." *pet pet* "Like the view?" mii: *nod* Dazai: "That's good." *hums a bit, continuing to pet Mii* -mii points a paw forward to say 'ONWARDS'- Dazai: *follows Mii's paw forward* -later- Lucy: *yawn* -elsewhere- kirako: thanks for bringing mii back, dazai. Dazai: "Of course! Can't let this cutie be away from home." kirako: ^^ mii: 7w7 Dazai: "Better keep Mii clean--that garbage-knocking can get the fur all dirty." kirako: noted. poor baby, you must have been so scared out there by your lonesome... mii: 737 Dazai: "Hee hee...You're such a good pet owner." kirako: ^^ Dazai: "...Well...Care to share a cup of coffee?" kirako: sure. ^^ Dazai: *reaches past her to take a mug* "..." -later- Dazai: "Mmm..." kirako: ah....fuck, that's good. Dazai: *kisses along her neck...* "I can make it even better..." kirako: heh, try me~ Dazai: *smirks* "You asked for it..." *spanks her bottom* kirako: ah~! Dazai: "Who's a naughty girl?" kirako: i-i am! Dazai: "How bad have you wanted a throbbing hard cock in you?" *squeezes her cheek* kirako: a-ah~ s-so fucking hard. Dazai: "What if I tied your ass down and pounded your pussy?" kirako: oh _god_ yes. Dazai: *pushes her down on the bed, holding her wrists down* "You still have the ropes?" kirako: yeah, in the box under the bed with the rest of the stuff. -elsewhere- Poe: *hugging his pillow* ^\\\w\\\^ karl: ouo~? Poe: "Love is great! Makes me feel all happy inside..." karl: ^^ Poe: *pat pat* "Time for little raccoons to get some sleep before the Sandman visits..." karl: *yawns and stretches his lil paws* Poe: "Hee hee..." *puts on his nightcap* "Pleasant dreams, Karl..." *turns off the light* -morning- ochako: *yaaAAAAWWWN* hmm. foggy out today. welp. cant stay in bed just cause of some fog! *streeeetch* -on the way to school- Todoroki: -____- "Can't see..." fuyumi: im sure it'll clear up later today. be safe out there, ok? Todoroki: "...Okay." -in school- Izuku: *waves* "Hey!" shinra: hey izuku, long time no see, buddy! Izuku: "Yeah! I heard you did some new training?" shinra: yep! maybe if we have gym today, you'll get to see it? i hope? Izuku: *nods* "I'm looking forward to that! How's everyone else doing?" shinra: doing well. rel and iris are doing great. tamaki still has shit luck. arthur is....well....arthur. Arthur: "I made a knight's shield!" *holds up a garbage can lid* -in class- Stein: "Some volunteers, please." sayaka: *trying to slump in her seat so she wont be seen* Stein: *spots Sayaka* "..." sayaka: TTUTT (thinking: MADOKAAAAA GET HOME SOON PLEEEEEASE) Stein: "Sayaka, thank you for volunteering." sayaka: TT_TT -elsewhere- Kyoka: *marking answers on the quiz* Lucy: o_o;;; tamaki: ?? what? Lucy: *whispers* "I don't know the answer to #7..." -elsewhere- Gin: *sigh* naoya: long night? Gin: "Quite." naoya: yeah. i had to drive that government worker back home and he was crying the whole time. Gin: *sigh* "Yes, part of my evening was explaining to Ryu the error of his ways." naoya: ah. Gin: "Thank you for cleaning up one mess." naoya: no sweat. Gin: *nods* "I owe you one. Now, if you excuse me..." -elsewhere- Benimaru: *fell into the pond, soaked* -_-;;;; kirei: *towling him off* Benimaru: -\\\- "So embarrassing..." kirei: at least you didnt get hurt. ^^ Benimaru: "Hmph. Just my ego..." *pulls a koi out of his outfit--and tosses it back into the pond* kirei: ^^; Benimaru: "...I think I'll take a bath." -elsewhere- Dazai: "What you working on?" yosano: the usual medical stuff. Dazai: *picks up the medical tape* yosano: did your cuts open up or did you add new ones? Dazai: owo; "A little of both..." yosano:... *sighs* honestly, dazai. Dazai: ^^; "What can I say? I roughed myself up..." -elsewhere- Relan: *in gym uniform* "R-Ready!" ^^;; EF: ok. start! *turns on the watch* Relan: *sprints* shinra: go rel! Anya: "Faster, Tsugumi!" tsugumi: *sprints* >-< Arthur: *passes Tsugumi, almost caught up to Relan* tsugumi: HA! *sprints, and it almost seems like small, heart shaped wings appeared on her ankles and sent her flying forwards* WOAH! Arthur: "???!!!" Relan: "Huh?" Anya: .\\\. marie: woah! mio: did she just.....fly? Meme: "...Probably?" tsugumi: wha....what was.... Spirit: "Harudori! Death Room. Now!" tsugumi:.... ._.; Meme: "...Why is he yelling at her?" Anya: "Don't be rude to her, Death Scythe!" Arthur: "...So if Tsugumi cheated, I won, right?" -and so- lord death: please. have a seat. tsugumi: i-i-if i did something bad, i-i didnt mean to! Spirit: "It's not that. Your soul..." tsugumi:... ?? eh? lord death: did you feel anything during your sprint? tsugumi:....i felt.....floaty....kinda? Spirit: "Have you felt this before?" tsugumi: *thinking* ...... i think once....during the shaula incident.... Spirit: "Hmm...This is worrisome." tsugumi: w-what is it? Spirit: "...Grigori." tsugumi: i think....i heard that term in class once. lord death: so that's 5 confirmed students with a grigori soul... Spirit: "...Yeah." tsugumi: is that....a bad thing? Spirit: "...It's rare. And what is rare tends to attract more attention..." tsugumi:...*gulp* Spirit: "So you're going to need some protection." tsugumi:... r-right. Akane: "Hello." tsugumi:.... *STEAM COMES OFF HER HEAD WITH A BOOM* Spirit: D8 Akane: "???" clay: is she.....alright? Akane: "I think all this information is new for her." -elsewhere- Sakuya: *tapping his pencil* -elsewhere- toru: zzzz Yohei: *smiles* chie: so peaceful. Yohei: "Our son..." *holds her hand* chie: ^^ Yohei: "...He is so beautiful..." *kisses her cheek* chie: he gets it from you. Yohei: ^\\\^ chie: ^^ Yohei: "He deserves the best...and so do you." mono: get a room! >n< chie: ....shall we~ <3 Yohei: "I'd say yes~" mono: ugh. -elsewhere- Black Star: "You look beat." tsubaki: *face first on the couch. muffled mumbling* Black Star: "..." *sits beside her, rubs her back* tsubaki: *sigh* Black Star: *massages lightly* -elsewhere- Kishiri: "Telling you, the fries here are going to be the best! And the milkshakes..." vivian: wow! *shiny eyes* Kishiri: "My treat. We can even get the brownies for dessert..." *cheek smooch* vivian: hehehe~<3<3 Hyde: "Welcome to Beef Death, home to the 'Rest in Pieces' milkshake (trademark). Table for two?" vivian: yes please~ Hyde: "Right this way..." *leads them to a table with a candle on it* -elsewhere- Belkia: "HAPPY SHAMROCK DAY!" *wearing green tights* otogiri:......it's september. -_-; Shamrock: X_Q "...It's my day?" Belkia: *holds up a present* "Happy Shamrock Day!" naho: you work really hard, so we decided to show our appreciation! ^^ Shamrock: X~Q "...That is so kind. *sniff* Th-Thank you..." -elsewhere- Anya: "Are you okay? What did they say?" tsugumi: well....im not in trouble...i dont think... Anya: "That's good. But Death Scythe looked serious." tsugumi:...i learned some stuff...it's a lot to take in....and kind of scary too. Anya: "..." Meme: *pat pat* ao: *hug* tsugumi: *sniff* thanks you guys. Anya: "L-Let's get you some food..." -elsewhere- Mori: "Higuchi, update." higuchi: the vagrants in warehouse 5 have cleared out. Mori: "Good, good. And that mess in Warehouse 2?" higuchi: ...all cleaned up. Mori: "Glad to hear. Keep up the good work." higuchi:...(thinking: i'll read that file later.....just what is he planning...?) Mori: "I will return to my own tasks. Excuse me." higuchi:.... Mori: *closes the door behind him--and locks it* miura: ?? Mori: "...What can you tell me?" miura: about what? Mori: "What have you noticed about our colleagues here in the Mafia?" miura: do you mean specifics or in general? Mori: *sits* "Let's start with Higuchi. What have you noticed about her?" miura: seems her body temperature rises around the akutagawas. Mori: "..." *smiles* "I understand..." miura: i recall you having her medical records on hand... Mori: "Indeed..." ("And more...") *opens his file* "Look at that..." miura: ?? Mori: "Some family history of certain ailments...But still, rather good health. Good body." miura:.... Mori: "Hmm...Yes. I knew she would work out..." *takes his tablet, adjusts some numbers* miura:... Mori: "Hmm...I'll begin monitoring." miura: very well sir. Mori: *lays out three calendars* -elsewhere- Poe: *writing vigorously* rowena: *reading* Poe: *dots the Is with such force--that he rips the page* o_o;;; "..." rowena: !! brother, perhaps it's time to call it a night? Poe: "I-I can't...The Muse has blessed me this evening with so much insight! Ideas! Form! Rhyme!" rowena: then perhaps record the notes for tomorrow? im happy that you're so invigorated, but i dont want you to lose sleep either. Poe: "B-But the Muse inhabits me!" rowena:....*sigh* do your best then. ^^; Poe: ^^ "Thank you!" *scribbles more writing...* -elsewhere- Lucy: "Pass me the chopped onions." anne: *hands them off* Lucy: *smiles* "Thank you, sweetie." *adds them to the sauce, stirring* -elsewhere- Kid: ._.; "...Don't pout at me like that, Shiori." shiori: =3= Kid: D8> *picks her up* "I-I'm sorry! I'll play!" shiori: \(^o^)/ Kid: "Hee hee..." ^^;; "Tea party?" shiori: yay! Kid: "Yay!" *sets down the dolls at the table* -elsewhere- Giriko: *sips a juice box* anna: uu! arachne: ^^ *pats her head and gives her a bottle* anna: ^o^ Giriko: "You'll get your own juice box soon, kiddo." -elsewhere- Izuku: "See you all tomorrow!" ochako: see ya! Todoroki: *waves* tsuyu: get home safely. Izuku: *nods* "Will do--promise!" *races back* -elsewhere- Hiro: *tosses laundry* hime: im back! Hiro: "Hey. Just finishing up laundry." hime: *looks around* seems mom and dad are still at work yet... Hiro: "Yeah, they left a message they'll be back late." hime: ah. make sure to record mom's show on the DVR, ok? Hiro: o_o; "Oh, shoot. Thanks for reminding me...Man, I don't get how Mom is into this..." hime: eh, you know how grown ups are with their programs. *shrug* Hiro: "Yeah, just so soap opera-y. I miss when shows weren't like that...back when I was, what, 7?" hime: and i was like....4-5? Hiro: "Yeah...I remember Mom having to switch to cartoons whenever we were in the room. ^^;" hime: yeah. i think i still have some old VHS tapes in the crawlspace. Hiro: "...Put one on?" -elsewhere- Dazai: "Got the ice cream!" ranpo: NICE! Dazai: "Now, get the bowls and the toppings--it's sundaes!" ranpo: YEEEEEEAH! -elsewhere- Yumi: -~- lord death: *shoulder rubs* Yumi: "Just stressed..." lord death: did you want to talk about it, love? Yumi: *sighs* "I've been putting in ten-hour days, then taking care of Shiori...Death, I'm spent." lord death: aww. *snuggle* i think i know what'll make you feel better~<3 Yumi: "...Oh?" *snuggle* lord death: would you like me to eat out~? Yumi: o\\\o "...God, yes." -elsewhere- Assi: *playing a fighting game* "Come on, come on..." mana: hmmmmm. *Assi's character gets beheaded* Assi: D8> mana: *grin* Assi: "No fair! My glasses were all dirty..." *takes off his glasses--cue bishie sparkle* mono: ... >///-///>;; mana: in combat, its not about making your move, but rather determining what your opponent is going to do then counterattack. Assi: "Hmm...So, I should have anticipate you would kick and then prepare to block..." *looks at Mono* "That would work, right?" mono:...wha-huh? Assi: "???" *puts on his glasses* "I was saying I should block the kicks..." -elsewhere- Akutagawa: "..." *grunt* naoya: you ok? you arent coughing up flower petals, are ya? Akutagawa: "...'Flower petals'?" naoya: *shrug* figure of speech. Akutagawa: "...My cough has been worsening, yes." naoya: ...maybe we should get you to a doctor? Akutagawa: "Perhaps." -elsewhere- Chuuya: *looking at photos of families* kouyou: hmm? Chuuya: "...They look happy." kouyou: i suppose they do... Chuuya: "..." *sniff* kouyou:...*pats his shoulder* Chuuya: "...I don't know what it would even be like to...to..." kouyou: to what? Chuuya: "...to be a parent?" kouyou:...it takes a lot of patience and understanding. Chuuya: "...And it's hard...alone." kouyou:...it certainly is...what brought this up? Chuuya: "...Missed opportunities." kouyou:.....is it...that girl again? Chuuya: "...Yes." kouyou:..... *sullen expression* if things had been different....would you and her....have run away? Chuuya: "I...had not thought that far..." kouyou: hmm.... (thinking: mori is the boss now....it wouldnt be the same as all those years ago.....would it?) Chuuya: "It's foolish to even think." kouyou:..... Chuuya: "...Maybe I should just go to bed..." kouyou: get some sleep. -kunikida's apartment- -seems a commercial break is on- Kunikida: *sips his glass of water* -knocks- Kunikida: "???" *walks to the door* atsushi: hey kunikida. Dazai: *waves* "Hi-Hi!" Kunikida: "...What do you want?" kunikida: we brought lunch. we werent sure if you ate yet today. Kunikida: "...Oh. That is quite nice. Thank you." *reaches out for the lunch--* Dazai: *takes it, walks in* "Let's set out your plates! Atsushi, get the utensils..." tv: coming up next, the long awaited 3 part season finale of 'crestwind heights' Dazai: "Oooooooo! Totes awesome TV!" *sits down on couch* Kunikida: -_-# -hours later, after atsushi has gone home- Dazai: "You have any dessert?" Kunikida: -__-## "No." Dazai: "Then let's get some! Put on your jacket and we'll buy some--" Kunikida: *urge to kill...rising...* -some big scene is going on in the tv show, a big kiss scene- Kunikida: "..." Dazai: QWQ Kunikida: "..." TT_TT -later that evening- Kunikida: *curled up in a ball* Dazai: *asleep atop the kitchen table* *snore* Kunikida: TT~TT ("So alone...") -elsewhere- Vulcan: *sips his soda* "..." nozomi: still awake? Vulcan: "Yeah...Heh. Caffeine is probably a bad idea." nozomi: ^^; Vulcan: "...This trip to the Nether...Weird." nozomi: yeah. im still nervous...im not sure what we expect to find down there… Vulcan: "Aside from mushrooms?" nozomi: *small chuckle* .....do you think.....we'll find a cure for all this? The combustion phenomenon? Vulcan: "...Giovanni kept a lot hidden. I shudder thinking what he might know..." nozomi: ....i hope i can find something....i dont want my father's hard work to mean nothing... Vulcan: "...I feel the same, about Dad and Gramps...and to get Lisa back." nozomi:...then im sure we will! Vulcan: "Right!" *finishes his can of soda--then smashes the can against his forehead* nozomi: doesnt...that hurt? Vulcan: "Nah, Dad taught me the right spot to apply pressure on the can for maximum crush-ability." nozomi: wow. Vulcan: *points on the can* "The contact points from your forehead to the can's top have to line up, or else the edge will cut into your forehead." nozomi: that sounds scary. Vulcan: "Hee hee...I remember how badly I cut up my head on the first try, trying to imitate Granddad..." nozomi: oh no! Vulcan: "It was fine. Dad said I always had a hard head." ^^ nozomi: ^^; Vulcan: "..." *stares down at his crushed can* "...Yeah." -elsewhere- Kyoka: *glaring, red-faced* naomi: yeah, those claw machines are difficult. Kyoka: "Another token. Please." naomi: *hands her one* Kyoka: "..." *inserts the token and starts moving the arm* "Come on come on--" -elsewhere- Rin: "Hee hee...This is going to be perfect..." madoka: ^^ Rin: "Here he comes..." *pulls out the water balloon* "..." -elsewhere- Mephisto: "More tea?" -elsewhere- Benimaru: *sneezes* kirei: *worried* Benimaru: =_____= "My nose is all stuffed..." -elsewhere- Hyde: *putting out garbage* -underground- FD: *removing his shirt* "..." zoey: o//////o FD: "...Are you going to check my vitals?" zoey: r-right. of course. FD: "...I hope I am okay..." -elsewhere- Chuuya: *pours milk into bowl* mito: ^o^ Chuuya: *pets Mito* "Enjoy." mito: *lapping it up* Chuuya: "..." ("Raising a cat has to be some kind of prep for raising a kid, right?") -who knows- Chuuya: *blinks* *looks around* -silence- Chuuya: "..." *pulls out a textbook and reviews* -elsewhere- Kid: *in a dress* -\\\- stocking: cute ^^ Kid: "I-I did this for the tea party, that's all..." stocking: mind if i join? Kid: "Princess Shiori, may Stocking join?" shiori: stocky! stocky! ^o^ stocking: i'll take that as a yes. Kid: *hands Stocking a tiara* -elsewhere- Black Star: *shivers* naho: you ok? Black Star: "Just chilly. Maybe hot tea..." -elsewhere- Kana: "..." misery: something the matter, hun? Kana: "I am just thinking is all." misery: hmmm... Kana: "...Would you like a reading?" *sets down cards* -elsewhere- Patty: *with a marker beard drawn on her face* liz: *washing it off* -_-; Patty: "But I was just going to impersonate _one person_!" -elsewhere- Lucy: "Zzz...." -morning- Kunikida: "*yawn* Dazai: *snore* -he slept on the table…- Kunikida: "..." ("That's where I put my food...") *flips Dazai off the table* Dazai: "GAK!" -elsewhere- louisa: *putting items into a bag* ok. that should be everything now. Fitzgerald: *in his office, flipping through pages* "..." louisa: i've made reservations for lunch later today. Fitzgerald: "Hmm? Oh, th-thank you. I will be ready for my break shortly..." *he has photographs in front of him: it's a photo album* louisa: .... -elsewhere- ???: ok. today is your big break. soon that shithead bomber will finally acknowledge you! I AM THE HYPE! -elsewhere- Bellhop: "Lana, he keeps bringing in raccoon paw prints..." lana: ^^; it's fine...i think. *notices it has a letter attached* letter: "Dearest Lana..." lana: .///. (thinking: he could just send these letters to my apartment...) letter: "...It has been so long since I saw you that I wrote this, hoping the words would re-awaken what I remember about you, down to every feature of your perfect face." lana: .////////. Letter: "Alas, I worry I idealize you only, for my words cannot reach the truth of who you are. And there is one thing I know about you: I love you." lana:.... ./////////////////////////////////////////////////////. *steam coming off her head* Bellhop: "...Yo, Lana? What happened?" lana: !!! *attempts to eat the letter* Bellhop: ._.;;;; "...Fiber?" lana: O-O;;....*nod* Bellhop: "Well, um...try a salad instead?" -elsewhere- Kyoka: *poke poke* atsushi: *yaaaawn* Kyoka: "Wake up." atsushi: imup....is it *yawn* the weekend yet? Kyoka: "Yes." atsushi: alright. *streeeetch* Kyoka: "We need to get more groceries." atsushi: *nods* Kyoka: "And cereal. And chips." -elsewhere- Victor: *collapsed in bed* "Zz...." -elsewhere- Mr. Tsubaki: "Hmm...Well, the fever has gone down, but the attitude needs improvement." Benimaru: =____= reimi: at least it's something, right? Mr. Tsubaki: ^^ "Yes, progress is progress! So rest up and--" Benimaru: *out of bed, walking out his bedroom door* Mr. Tsubaki: owo;;; "Um...Why isn't he listening to me?" reimi: commander! D8 Benimaru: "Work...Patrol...Find any more impersonators...Get groceries...Change the motor...oil..." *collapses* Mr. Tsubaki: -_-;;;; -elsewhere- Sakuya: *fixing his tie* "I got to dress up just for brunch?" lavender: got to look nice for your date, you know~ Sakuya: -\\\\- "F-Fine..." lavender: hmmm... *licks thumb and tries to get the hair curl down* Sakuya: *hair stays down...then springs right back up* -_-;;; lavender:....well _that's_ a lost cause. Sakuya: "Could've told you that..." -elsewhere- Hyde: *juggling* romina: woot! Hyde: "Toss me another orange!" julian: oh god he's going to break something... Hyde: "Oh, please! I'm not going to break--" *SMASH* julian: D8> Hyde: o_o;; "...Maybe Licht won't notice--" licht: shit rat. Hyde: owo;;; *tries to run* -elsewhere- Izuku: *jogging* hitoshi: *feeding a stray cat* Izuku: "???" hitoshi: ??....!!! *ducks* Izuku: O_O "???" hitoshi: ._.;;;;; Izuku: "...Hello?" -no answer- Izuku: "Um...Is that your cat?" hitoshi: ...... *saying nothing* cat: ?? Izuku: "Th-That's good of you to feed them. Cats need to be taken care of..." hitoshi:... .///.; Izuku: "W-Well, I won't keep you. Th-Thanks for talking with me!" *waves* hitoshi:.......*waits for him to leave*....huh...weird kid. -elsewhere- Assi: *sees a note: "DO NOT TOUCH"* "???" saki: just painted there. Assi: "Ah! And good thing it's a note, or Zuno would forget..." saki: you seem to look after him a lot. Assi: "Well, when he loses memories, someone has to..." saki: hmmm.... you've known him a long time, i take it? Assi: *nods* "Back when we were at Fear Factory, I was assigned to work with him." saki: ....i see. Assi: "It was challenging to find ways to help him. I mean, he's amazing at tracking communications and combat--but then he can forget basic memories." saki: that sounds like a pretty scary condition to have... Assi: "It is...so we try to get as much of what he remembers written down all the time." saki: ... Assi: "Heh. I think Zuno should be trying vlogs next..." saki: it might help. Assi: "...It's tough being a Dokeshi..." chie: yeah. it is...but we just have to power through it, one day at a time. Assi: "Yeah...Just want to help..." -elsewhere- Arthur: *spinning his keychain along his finger* "..." tamaki: it's finally the weekend! Arthur: "What you got in mind?" tamaki: maybe getting out our halloween costumes? Arthur: "...I don't remember what I'm going as..." -elsewhere- Akane: "You okay?" clay: i guess. feel kinda bad for harudori though. must be a lot to take in. Akane: *nods* "She will need support." clay: yeah... maybe we can ask my sister and her partner to hang out with them? Akane: "Yes, good. Please do so." clay: ok! i think they live at the dorm too. Akane: "So she can introduce herself at the dorm..." -elsewhere- Akitaru: "Is it working yet?" karin: should be. Akitaru: "Alright! Let's test this out..." -it works- shinra: oh cool! the tv's fixed! Arthur: o_o;; ("The tiny people in the magic box have returned...") -elsewhere- Jacqueline: *in dressing room* "...I don't know..." kim: it'll look great, jackie! ya never know until you try. Jacqueline: "...Well, come in here. I don't want to step out right now." kim: ok.... wow! you look really good in that. Jacqueline: =\\\= "It isn't too much is it?" kim: it's a good color on you. Jacqueline: "Th-Thank you...I guess I'll take it." *smiles* -elsewhere- Hibana: *lying on the couch* -elsewhere- Higan: *painting* "...A little to the left." -elsewhere- louisa: enjoying lunch? Fitzgerald: "Surprisingly, yes. I was concerned the food here was not rich enough." bram: just like home... mary: deeelish~! Fitzgerald: "I do appreciate the meal." louisa: t-thank you lord francis! >///< -a message comes over the intercom- Fitzgerald: "???" ???: good afternoon dear patrons! there has been a change of plans in today's schedule! starting now to however long it takes, this is now a hostage crisis, as i have a bomb here with me! louisa: O__O;;; bram: oh god no. mary: ooooh! dinner _and_ a show! Fitzgerald: "???" ???: dont worry everyone~ i dont ask for much. but i did do my research and i know a lot of mafiosos frequent this fine establishment. if anyone of you is in the mafia, i want you to call motojiro kajii and tell him to get his ass over here pronto! Fitzgerald: "...Well, this is troublesome." louisa: kajii? eh! isnt he the man who almost blew up the hotel we were staying at?! Fitzgerald: "Yes, he was. I don't know how she expects anyone to contact that lunatic." elise: what does this dumbass want with dr lemon bombs? miura: *sighs and sending an email* Mori: *pretending to be afraid* Q~Q "Oh no..." miura: sir, please have some self respect. people are going to stare. elise: yeah rintarou. im cringing so hard right now. Mori: "B-But we're hostages!" miura: -_-; Mori: *hides under table* miura:....*notices fitzgerald* .... !? Fitzgerald: "...Oh." louisa: ?? Fitzgerald: "We have 'friends' here. Shoot." mary: *waves* HIYA~! ^^ Fitzgerald: -____- bram: *pulls her back down into the chair* -_-; miura: ?? Mori: *tying instructions on his phone* ("Yes, that should work...") *the scared facade fades, as he smirks* ???: i know you're all freaking out about now. but fret not, i brought some nice tunes to calm everyone's nerves. -she starts playing death metal on the intercom- Fitzgerald: -_____- *muttering* "Happy birthday to me..." louisa: im sorryyyyy TT~TT Mori: *pops back up, raises his hand, "nervous"* "E-Excuse me? My child needs a bathroom..." elise: D8< ???: hey, when you gotta go you gotta go, but dont try escaping or else! Mori: "I-I-I won't! Come along, dear..." *takes Elise's hand* elise: -_-; miura: *sigh* Mori: *left his 'phone' behind...* miura: ?? *The screen has a countdown clock...* miura: .... (thinking: what are you planning, mori...?) elise: you better not be making me do something weird, rintarou. Mori: "Of course not~" ^^ "Now, let's get you into the air shaft--" elise: what? Mori: *points to air vent in the ceiling* elise: ohhhhh. you better not peek. >3< Mori: ._.;;;; "Of course not..." *holds out his hands to lift her up* -elsewhere- Gin: "..." *knocks her phone against the wall* hirotsu: ?? did something happen? Gin: "It's frozen on some screen, with numbers counting down..." mafioso: i have a bad feeling about this. mafioso: IS IT A BOMB?! Gin: "..." *Suddenly, a lemon appears on the screen* Gin: "..." -________- mafioso: oh boy. Motojirou: "Someone call?" hirotsu: seems some bomber child at chaz citrine wants to speak with you in person. Motojirou: .____. *tries to run away* hirotsu: seems to be a fan or an admirer from what it looks like. Gin: *clotheslines Motojirou before he can escape--then tosses his barely conscious body to Hirotsu* "Let's get him there..." -and so- ???: *spinning around in her chair* uuuuugh, how long is he gonna taaaaaaake? so smart, but so sloooooow! IT PISSES ME OFF! DX *sigh* *knock knock knock* ???: who is it~? ^^ Motojirou: *behind the door* "DON'T SEND ME IN THERE! PLEASE!" ???: IS THAT MOTOJIRO KAJII OUT THERE?! Motojirou: O_____O "NO! IT'S...UM...CHARLOTTE BRONTE!" ???: I CAN TELL THE SOUND OF YOUR VOICE YOU LEMON BOMBING MOFO! Motojirou: "I CAN'T GO IN THERE! SHE'S CRAZY!" ???: IM NOT GOING TO KILL YOU! SCOUT'S HONOR! hirotsu: shut up pot and go talk to the kettle. *Motojirou is shoved in, where he collapses face-first onto the floor* ???: so you finally arrived. motojiro kajii, the infamous lemon bomber of the mafia. i've studied about you. i have all reports of your bombings recorded. i have only one request of you. *she gets up and walks over to him.....then gets onto her hands and knees, bowing* PLEASE ACCEPT ME AS YOUR STUDENT!! Motojirou: owo;;;; hirotsu:....what? ???: pleeeeease? i went to all this trouble! i've been learning how to make bombs in my spare time! I EVEN GOT THE SAME BRAND OF SKII GOGGLES YOU WEAR! Motojirou: owo;;;;;;;; "Um...What's in it for me? You got money?" ???: i have a bunch of old bottle caps and 9 dollars. Motojirou: "...'Kay?" ???: WOOOOT! *turns on the intercom* ok, you may go about your buisness everyone~! THIS IS GONNA BE SO HYPE! Mori: owo;;; "Um..." ("I hope she didn't get stuck in the air vents.") Fitzgerald: "..." *applause* elise: WOAH! *falls out of the ceiling* ow @.@ louisa: EEEK! mary: you ok? *poke* elise: dead bodies under the cherry blossoms maaaan. Mori: D8> "Oh no!" bram: um.... ._.; naoya: ouch. Mori: "I-I'm her guardian! And a doctor! I'll fix this..." elise: i better get some damn reimbursement for this shit. Mori: "Ha ha ha, oh, sweetie, don't use such language like that..." *pat pat* miura: -_-;; Fitzgerald: *staring* -elsewhere- Akitaru: "Huh...Okay, bomb scare was a false alarm." iris: that's good to know. Arthur: "I am ready." *has on swat team gear* -elsewhere- Chuuya: [do i need to come in?] kouyou: [only if you wish to meet the new member of the mafia's science and research sect] Chuuya: [i'll try to stop by after study group] kouyou: [making friends at school i see? ^^] Chuuya: =\\\\= [it's just studying. don't get your hopes up] [i'll see you soon] kouyou: [have fun ^^] Chuuya: *grabs his bookbag and exits the apartment* -elsewhere- Gopher: *sweating* o_o; inori: are you nervous? Gopher: "Always. This is a special kind of nervous..." inori: ?? Gopher: "I-I-I-I just feel a sense of dread, like something major will change..." inori: perhaps things will be for the best.....at least, one can hope. Gopher: "...They rarely are." -elsewhere- Relan: *pulling bedsheets off and putting them into basket* -elsewhere- louisa: Q_Q mary: its ok louisa, you did your best today. ^^ Fitzgerald: *in his office, reviewing papers* bram: at least no one died.... Fitzgerald: *pokes out his head* "..." mary: happy birthday mr fitz! ^^ i got you a cake too! Fitzgerald: "..." .\\\. "There's cake?" mary: *nods* we worked extra hard on it! Fitzgerald: .\\\. "All of you?" mary: *nods* bram: yes. louisa: y-yes. Fitzgerald: "...That is very kind. Thank you all." mary: aw shucks ^///^ bram: 7///7; louisa: .///. Fitzgerald: "...Well, I suppose I should get the plates. They had a sale for them last week!" -elsewhere- Giriko: "Wanna drink?" -elsewhere- Kid: *pulls on a shirt* stocking: *surprise hug* Kid: "Omph! Ha ha ha!" stocking: hehe~<3 *kiss* Kid: -\\\\\- "So loving..." *nuzzle* stocking: ^///^ Kid: *draws her hip closer to him* stocking: oh my, getting frisky are we~? Kid: "What can I say? You're like catnip to me..." *smooch* stocking: hehehe~<3 Kid: *hug* "Speaking of..." *small kiss on her lips* stocking: mm~ u///u Kid: *presses against her, holding her neck* stocking: ah~ Kid: *lifts her neck, kissing where her cheek reaches her neck* stocking: ah~ you naughty boy... Kid: "Only for you..." *massages her hip* -elsewhere- Benimaru: "Zzz..." Mr. Tsubaki: "..." kirei: how is he? Mr. Tsubaki: "His breathing has stabilized, and his fever is going down. More sleep and fluids will have him back at full health, I hope." kirei: *nods* right. thank you. Mr. Tsubaki: *moves to depart* Benimaru: "K-Ki..." kirei: yes? Benimaru: "Stay..." kirei:...*nods and holds his hand* Benimaru: *small squeeze* kirei: *smile* Benimaru: *grimacing, but his eyes are happy* kirei:..... Benimaru: "Zzz..." kirei:.....i love you. sleep well. Benimaru: "Love you...too..." -elsewhere- Burns: "Front and center." soliders: *stepping forwards* Karim: *gulp* dia: ... Burns: "...You! You missed a button!" soldier: s-sorry sir! Burns: "100 pushups. Now!" -elsewhere- Anya: *sips* -knocks- tsugumi: ?? bailey: heyoooo~! mizuki:...hey. Anya: "??? May we help you?" bailey: you're tsugumi harudori, right? tsugumi: um...yes...? bailey: *shakes hand* bailey seizemore! nice to meet ya! Anya: "??? 'Sizemore'?" tsugumi: oh! you're clay's sister, right? bailey: yepperoonie! Anya: "So...may we help you?" -elsewhere- Black Star: "GIVE THAT BACK!" cat: *running....with a dango in its mouth* Black Star: *leaps* "GIVE IT BACK, YOU DARN CAT!" -elsewhere- Vulcan: *giggling* karin: ?? Vulcan: "Sh-Shhhh...Just watch." *hides* karin: ?? *There is a trail of ants--fake ants, just lining the floor* tamaki: what the fuck- *At the end of the trail is a giant mechanical ant robot* Robo-Ant: owo tamaki: D8 what. the. fuck. Vulcan: *holding back his laughter* Robo-Ant: *SCREECH* tamaki: *SCREAMS AND RUNS....and falls into a pitfall* SHIT! Vulcan: *laughing uproariously* "I-I hadn't planned on the pitfall!" tamaki: *SCREECHING* Arthur: "??? Tamaki? Why are you in a hole--?" tamaki: NVDJKSFJHDKJL Arthur: "Hang on! I have a rope! I'm lowering it down..." -elsewhere- Hyde: *covered in feathers* kranz: um... ._. Hyde: "...I pissed off the wrong farmer." kranz: oh dear. Hyde: "Now I have to go pluck myself." -elsewhere- Kid: *sigh* =w= stocking: *panting* that was so amazing. Kid: *nod nod* "I-I agree...You still got it..." *cuddles* stocking: hehe~ Kid: *purrs* "...You know how to make me feel so good...and safe." stocking: of course....*hug* Kid: *hug* "Can I ask for something else?" stocking: what is it, honey? Kid: *smooch* stocking: mmmm~<3 Kid: *smiles, nuzzles her cheek* "Love you forever..." stocking: always~ Kid: *exhales, resting his head on her chest* -elsewhere- Sho: "Step forward." guruna: kururu... lisa: .... Sho: "One of you has been quiet. The other...never shuts up." guruna: my apologies lord sho. im just so excited~! Sho: "What provokes this excitement?" guruna: just a hunch of something interesting happening soon~ kurururu~ Sho: "...You are creepy. Go stand in the corner." guruna: =3= Sho: "And you, quiet one...What is on your mind?" lisa: nothing sir. Sho: "Nothing...but our goal. Yes?" lisa: ... Sho: "...Perhaps you need a time out as well. Go back to the rectory." lisa: .....*silently weeping* -elsewhere-

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