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persona confessions blog was talking about oldsona pq so here’s some ken and tatsuya

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//Just wanted to drop by and say I know I just kinda got back into things, but I do have a two week vacation that I will be spending out of state with two very important people to me. So... I may or may not write during that time. 😅 I really want to and have ideas for some of the drafts but it's just a busy time and I should focus on my packing and being ready to go instead of on my phone lol. I might answer some but it's unlikely, I can try to answer like dms or silly stuff, maybe some character memes I have saved, during the time but if we have a currently going or previously going thread it might just be another minute. Sorry!

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Aigis has to pause to think again on his new question. This was a rather insightful conversation, all things considered. And considered they were. "Aragaki-san surely fits the stereotype well, but perhaps is more of a 'bad boy with a heart of gold'. With rather softer moments and hobbies, he may even be more popular than I realized. Tatsumi-san seems to also fit the archetype to an extent, but his rudeness comes off as aggression more than stoicism, which may explain driving the girls away."

She nods at her own analysis, interesting that they both have a 'bad boy' type in their respective teams, now that she thought about it. Were there other parallels? Well, their leaders had the same power, so perhaps there were... Now the Aeon holder was somewhat curious what her own archetype would be, and who her 'mirror', so to speak, in the other team was, if any.

Paying close attention to Teddie's explanation of delivering pizzazz, she nearly jumps back in shock at his sudden movements and noise. "I see. That is a lot. I'm... not sure I am capable of doing so. But I will try."

Aigis mimics his arm flailing and shouts in a slightly less monotonous call, "Bam!! Shoo! Woo!..."

"Is Gakky popular with girls back home? I've never seen Kanji with anyone besides us." He asked in an innocent manner that showed genuine curiosity and not the teasing tone he'd use with the other guys.

From both personal experience and a strong bias towards his own overexuberant flair, he didn't see much appeal in a bad boy besides the coolness factor. Even then, Sensei was way cooler while also being stoic, kindhearted, and a little weird sometimes. Teddie, meanwhile, was an adorable pretty boy. Everyone's got their place.

"Pizzazz is..." He paused to think of a good way to explain, lightly tapping two of his fingers together, "...a warm, fuzzy feeling you have deep inside. It gets bigger and bigger while shining through. Then..."

"Bam!! Shoo! Woo!" He flung his arms around in rapid fire poses. Standing, kneeling, even his legs weren't safe from the suddenly spasm of motions. "It all explodes into an enormous fountain of energy! You've got to let it out with all you've got into one big show for the ages!"

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His first response brings a softer smile to her lips, it would surely be more relaxing to have her friend 'the volunteer secretary' by her side now. Although the new CEO wasn't sure what she could do to keep him entertained without feeling like she's giving coloring books or a tablet to a child, Haru figures she will just have to not mind if he'd rather be on his phone during the whole meeting. Of course, the girl knew she was just jumping to the assumption it would be too boring for her friend, and shakes off the thought. "Thank you, I'm sure it will be easier that way."

"Either, I hope both are well," she gently encouraged her leader, though his question already somewhat answered her own.

Haru caught on that Aaron's answers were more about his situations than himself personally, though that was about as far as she could infer, and she tried to think of a helpful response without pressing him too hard. "I see... I hope you'll always remember we care about you, too. If you ever need anything, don't forget all of us, please? Your aunt sounds like a lovely person, though, I'm glad to hear she makes an attempt to talk to you here."

He let out a soft sigh. He probably should've figured as much. Running a company wasn't exactly like building one of his gadgets. He'd be way out of his depth. But still... there had to be some way he could help.

You can't solve every problem. His Persona reminded him. For all our power, you're still but one man. Some things are just going to be out of your hands.

'I know!' He thought to... himself, technically. 'I know I can't do everything, but if I can lift her burden at all-'

You didn't kill him. You know that.

'But I let-'

You didn't do that either. It was out of your hands.

"Actually,"

However much further that conversation would've gone was immediately, almost eagerly, tossed from his mind. His attention returned to the heiress in full.

"That's fine by me! If it's to support you, I can endure a bit of boredom. Just consider me your uh... volunteer secretary!"

It's probably for the best if he didn't handle the paperwork. That stuff would be a bit over his head. But sitting in, taking notes, and trying to figure out who's trustworthy and who's trying to take advantage of her? THAT he could do.

"At home..? You mean Leblanc or like... my hometown?"

To honest, calling it a home of any kind was a bit of a stretch these days. His old friends abandoned him, his uncle disowned him, the only thing he really had left in Kyoto was his aunt Mika. And as much as he loved his aunt... that place didn't feel like home anymore.

"Everything's... fine, I guess. The cafe's doing okay and my aunt calls to check in just about every month. Sometimes more than that, but that's not really a bad thing. It's nice to know somebody over there cares about me-"

He conveniently avoids answering the actual question, of how he was doing. Much as he appreciated it, he didn't like to focus too much on his personal struggles. Especially with his teammates. He may be her friend, but he was also her leader.

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He takes advantage of the moment to try and catch his breath, still shaky on the ground. With laughter dying down, his pleas stretch further. Kotone could always start again... A merciless queen, that one...

"I meant... Two nights? No, a whole week! Every night this week! We can... Get different foods, and walk around the mall, or karaoke!..." Ryoji wasn't sure where he would get the money for all this, but it will find a way surely. Actually, he's not even thinking about the cost at all, truth be told. He tries to wink and smirk but it looks really pathetic and goofy on the floor, more like...a twisted face from one of those old cartoons. "You can pick every afternoon, I promise! Because you are my dearest and favorite person in the universe, of course!"

An offering of food? And of her own choosing? While an enticing proposal, it lacked the appeal of a true, genuine date just like the ones he took her on before his abrupt departure. Where's the additional suggestion of getting ice cream together? Or an evening walk along the sandy beach? It's not looking too good for this poor, poor soul...

"Are you kidding me!? Just one night out together!?" She huffed, angrily puffing her cheeks up with clear displeasure written all over her face. "Here I thought I was important to you. You call me your dearest and your favorite person in the whole universe, and that's all you have to offer!?" The emotional pain cut deep, Ryoji. Don't you love her?

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Fox (Yusuke)???? Spare Fox for the Wolf (Sam)??????

"...and that's why season four of Community doesn't make sense or count toward the continuity of the series as a whole, at least in a contemporary way as other shows. Fascinating, is it not?" Yusuke has been YAPPING about several foreign tv series for TWENTY MINUTES. Simply put she did not stop him well enough at any point to think he should. His deep dive on Community season four was over, but his analysis of Phineas and Ferb had yet to be complete. Oh, to subvert the trope of an evil villain by having them be both likable and morally grayish.... He closes his eyes with a chuckle.

He had invited Sam out to people watch, but got so caught up in his mostly one sided discussion about various tv shows that more talking than watching was done. Close enough to call it a date if someone asks, he thinks.

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//(checking the date) i came back late just after kens birthday FUCK

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He flips over a little too easily, though not throwing her off by any means, suspiciously holding back it seems. It would be quite rude to push or slap Kotone off of course... But what else could he do? Think, bird brain, think!

"Please! I - Haha! Will take you out! Anywhere you choose! As apology!!" Ryoji snickers and cackles his way through a barely legible plea, bartering his last hope to live.

That's right! Suffer at her quick, nimble hands and dastardly evil mind. He more than deserved such an agonizing, drawn out demise for leaving her without any notice. They're connected, aren't they? A little note on the kitchen fridge or by her bedside would have sufficed!

"What's that? Did you say something?" She sprawled out across his trapped form, hands only momentarily pausing their attack yet firmly gripping both sides to keep Ryoji from escaping. "Speak a little louder now, bird boy~"

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Well, it doesn't sound so bad physically, as long as they don't hurt. But still, would the others think he was being cringey for wearing bright red contacts?

"....It couldn't hurt to test them out, if you want," Ken repeats overly-casually. "And if you wear them for sure, too, alright?" He figures it will be ok if he isn't the only one going like that.

"Red contacts? That's a little edgy, but if it scares the shadows away then I guess they work... Do they hurt to wear?" Ken thinks they look so fuckin' cool. @autonomousxselves

"No, they don't hurt. They maybe feel a little strange at first if you're not used to wearing them." He'd worn them for Halloween costumes before, so they didn't bother him.

"I'm gonna test them out next time we go to Tartarus... I can get you a pair, if you want."

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A sinking sensation flower through her at the sight. Even if Aigis had not quite seen the figure last time, there was no doubt it was the same as her recent supply run trip in the mall. Though, a small part of her still clings to the identical silhouette of someone familiar, someone with a softer, kinder voice and touch than the one she spoke to. For a moment she was torn between a false hope and a painful truth.

After only a moment more the android resigned herself to the truth- She had made a promise, she knew what the figure wanted from her, more or less. The hope would do nothing but hurt Aigis more. Forcing herself to move forward, she steps into the club wordlessly. The upbeat music was just a bit too loud, and the lights weren't quite efficient at their job of illuminating the room, found to be not very helpful. Ignoring the people around her who seemed to ignore her all the same, she keeps an eye out for the shadowy figure. "...Hello?"

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SEES had been making effort in their efforts in the strange Groundhog Day situation they had gotten in. Working together, they were getting through it. Even if it was tougher as they went, this wasn't their first time progressing through a multi floored structure filled with dangerous focus with stronger enemies at specific points and a constantly changing floor plan.

Aigis seemed to be doing a supply run, a normal task for her. But this time was different. Club Escapade's doors were wide open, music spilling out outside. From the dim interior, Aigis spotted something. She couldn't make out the details of their appearance, but it looked to be a teen girl who was gesturing her in before going in deeper.

There was only one thing that really acknowledged Aigis in this mall. Seemed she was back again to talk.

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"What are YOU- Stop! Sssstop!!" How unfortunate. Entirely his own fault. If only he had made better decisions in life then he would not have been led to this early death. He should just take the punishment like a man.... Kicking his feet and giggling on the floor under a girl. "Please, I'm sorry!"!

“Don’t worry Ryoji! You won’t have to worry about breathing for much longer!!” That’s because she’s doubling down on the tickle onslaught!

He’s vulnerable for a direct raspberry attack on his neck too!! Might as well hit him with one of those.

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Opening the door with relief to finally see his figure, she tries to remain silent and just watch. She'd been worried after not being able to find him this evening, but just seeing his figure here was enough to quell those worries for the moment. Of course, Aigis had been found out immediately, anyway, what with her leader's keen eyes and ears. Or perhaps she had just been making a 'racket' after all, and hadn't noticed.

"Yes." She hesitantly steps toward Makoto, inviting herself to stand beside him at the planters. Gazing down at his face shaded by an oppressive moonlight, she finds her worries haven't gone anywhere, just altered form. He appeared to be shivering, and the look in his eyes cut deep into her. "You should go inside soon, it's warmer in the dorm." Aigis's words themselves ring hollow as she makes no attempt to force her friend to comply, but her tone betrays the concern she feels for his health, physical and mental. The mix of worry and curiosity became too much and she pressed with more feeling in her voice.

"...I sometimes find it nice to sit by the flowers to think. Do you want to share what you're thinking of?"

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A cold wind blows through his hair as he sits atop the roof to the dorm. Tending to the rooftop garden while the end of the world looms ahead was bittersweet. It wasn't as thought he had fully accepted it would be for nothing. He had to be strong for the others. Even if his hand shook just a little as he touched a delicate leaf. Everything was finite. He knew that. He never feared death. He never wanted to live. Until now.

He had his headphones on and hadn't noticed the door open. Once he finally saw Aigis in his sight, he removed the headphones and looked at her. Balling a trembling hand into a fist and stuffing it into his jacket pocket, he keeps his face clear of emotion.

"It's cold." He says in case she noticed the shaking. Funny, even Aigis seemed more able to be emotionally available than him.

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"Ah... I guess that's a fair assessment. It's kind of all hallways, yeah?" Glancing around, Ryoji can't help but see all the openings and lose a little bit of patience for the tower. The way he had come from was pretty much one long continuous hallway, no stairway or friends in sight. "I suppose I meant more like any suspicious openings that you didn't check out yet... There's nothing back that way, except the remains of one or two shadows." His laugh awkwardly dies out as he gets little to no response at first.

Ryoji was pleased to hear Makoto's desire for the team to be safe, just hoping the same. Even if they aren't on friendliest terms, they can surely trust eachother to take care of business. The android's questions about the tower surprised him, though. "Uh, well, I'm not sure what to believe about it. But it feels like it was done by... I guess Tartarus itself...? Like it wants us to stop exploring. It's kinda eerie." He stays by his side as he glances into hallways, avoiding rooms with too many shadows or dead ends. His casual answer is probably not the most common one, not that the boy realizes it. "I guess I wouldn't want people exploring my insides either, though."

"Hmm, a guardian..." Did they have that kind of power? It would certainly explain something at least, he couldn't deny the possibility. Giving Makoto a friendly shoulder slap, he smiles, "You know, that's a good theory! Maybe you should pass that one by Fuuka and Mitsuru when we're out!"

A nod came from the android, hands lowered to be by his side, like any normal human would do. He was no longer in fighting mode, however, his systems were working overtime and fully alert until they were reunited with the rest of SEES. After all, he was a member of their team now and his objective was to obey their orders. "Yes. However, they were quite long and winding with only Shadows being their occupants. I can only hope that we find them soon."

If anything happened to Aigis, he would never be able to forgive himself, though he was certain she could eliminate any enemy she found with her wild card abilities.

Despite his doubts about Ryoji's presence and the fact that he was a Persona user like them, the boy followed him closely, his gray optics darted around the area to scan it. "...Do you believe that this separation was caused deliberately by an unknown force?" He spoke after a beat of silence between them.

He had been told that Tartarus was a rather mysterious tower, but any details were missing from his database. "Tartarus as a whole has many secrets that we must uncover as we ascend. Perhaps another Guardian Shadow is close..." He mused, though he was merely speculating.

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"It is?" In surprised, Yusuke switches up fast, easily swayed in the moment. He hadn't exactly dived deep in research but had trusted his own opinion enough to hold onto it stubbornly for a couple of days at least. How unfortunate. "I...suppose you might know a thing or two on the topic, then."

He perks right back up at the mention of curry and coffee, though. Whether or not it was unhealthy as she says, the young man was sure he had gone enough days to fulfill that humbling requirement on himself... One or two or three bowls today couldn't hurt. "Very well, I shall break my fast and indulge myself in curry for today! Despite your petite frame, you shouldn't hold back on all you can eat, either." While he shouldn't comment on her body, his awkward wording was his own way of sharing his concerns over Futaba.

Honestly, with how awful she was at taking care of herself because of her horrible uncle, and even after Sojiro took her in, she never wanted to eat much. Her depression wouldn't let her do anything, let alone shower. She had heard about different diets, but fasting was a new term to add to her dictionary.

"Ooh... interesting. But it's still unhealthy, not that I'm one to talk... Still, don't pass out while you're so inspired all alone in there. Buuuut since you want curry so badly, he got us plenty! In a container, of course. Not sure where he keeps it though, but if you're soo hungry, you might as well ask! Nothing to it!" They were all worried about Yusuke in their own way. "I could go for a good ol HP charge with some coffee too!"

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//I've added a few responses to queue and will be doing more later, if you get a reply from me and it's an old thread you no longer wish to write please feel free to just ignore it! Otherwise I'm glad to continue it and new ones!

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Huh? Wait, wait! He wanted something more along the lines of an attack of kisses- He's completely let his guard down! "Nononononostotopstop!!! Can't..! Breathe..!!! Hehe!"

ENEMY DOWN!

COMMENCING ALL OUT TICKLE ATTACK!

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@epitomees said: KOTONE CLING!!!

Eep! She's too fast to catch, he's down! Totally vulnerable to a one more attack! "Oh noo, you've got me!"