#⚔; searching for the answer ( main verse )

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@sephirisms wanted to go with Jenny to a charity event || Closed

Jenny had sighed when she got the formal invitation in the mail. On one hand, she was kinda glad Lina even bothered to remember to send her a personal invite. She usually just sent an invitation to her twin and was counted as his guest.

On the other hand, she really hated going. Sadly, this event always came in handy when it came to meeting new clients and continuing her work even if her boss took all her money away for one reason or another. Then as she was filling out the RSVP the thought to ask her fiancé to join her.

While, she didn't want to expose him to her work, work wouldn't really be discussed. At least, not outright so, it would be fine, right? That and it would give her a good chance to wear something pretty and introduce him to some of her friends. Plus, she did plan to quit her job soon so, this would be her last time attending.

"Hmmm. Mon chou, do you own any nice clothes? A.... friend of my brother wants me to go to a charity event. So, I was thinking you could come with me? I've gone to so many that I find them a bit boring."

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@gravity-wall witnesses Andrew trying to cope

Andrew was in a bit of a trance as he ate. Eating usually made him feel better. Full and not so empty. The taste, a good distraction from his thoughts. He probably shouldn't have spent so much money on food, but it was too late now. Now he really had to eat everything.

Still, the food wasn't enough. His mind couldn't stop racing, and the topic on hand was already beaten to death with his twin. He loses his appetite.

"Damn... there is no way I can eat all of this." He sighs. He pushes his plate somewhat towards the other. "Did you want the rest? I promise I haven't touched it."

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@cosmicdreamt continued from here!

Darla just silently nodded her head. The girl didn't know much about make up. She didn't have much access to it to begin with and didn't understand how a lot of it worked. It was a bit embarrassing for her considering how old she really was. But, she figured there was no harm in asking Neff, right? After all, she always looked so pretty why not try to copy her?

"Really? Thanks! I'm not really good at makeup so, could you give me a few tips? I want to try wearing it more." She smiled.

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Darla sees some new faces || Closed starter for @tenfaceandthree

Darla sighs as she leans against the wall. Like, always she's been left alone only a few hours into this event. Her own twin was busy hanging around the host of the party doing god knows what. While she hates being alone she hates being around the host more.

Janne had cured her boredom for a bit but, then he found someone that makes 6 figures and left her out to dry. This meant there was nothing left to do other than talk to the other guests here. Maybe if she was lucky she could meet a few potential clients.

As she people watches she comes across many familiar faces but, what really catches her eye is a face she's never met before. What was more surprising to her was they were also closer to her in age. That was reason enough to go over and introduce herself.

"Excuse me? I believe we haven't met before. I'm Darla. Is this your first time here?"

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@cosmicdreamt continued from here!

He's silent as he looks at her. His eyes showing the vulnerability he tries his best not to have. He may not have told her enough to truly help with his problem, but she was the first person he thought of to come too. He needed to hear another person's thoughts on the matter. She would know the answer, wouldn't she?

Soaking up every word she spoke like it was gospel. He might not have told her much, but only because the words get stuck in his throat. Still, he feels it rotting away at him. From the inside out, he needs to spit it out. Even if she won't look at him in the same way again.

"I know I haven't told you much about my parents. I think you have an idea why but.... when I was little and asked about my mom... he told me that she died before I was born. Darla and I got the idea to visit her grave since... we've never been. We found it and.... she didn't die before we were born. She died when we were 3. I have no memories of her, and she died when I was three. My whole life I was told she was already dead, but... that wasn't true. He lied to me."

He looks down now as he clenches his fists. Trying his best not to cry as a whirlwind of emotions bubbles back to the surface. Anger, grief, confusion, heartbroken. It doesn't take long for him to break.

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@solarisligatus continued from here!

The comment rolls off of the two. After years of causing mischief and bringing others grief, this wasn't the first time they've been told a version of that.

On the other hand, they were a bit intimated. Sure, if it really came down to it, they could hold their own in a fight. The two didn't come here to fight, however.

"Look." Andrew started. "This place is already illegal. What does it matter if minors participate?"

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@suizokukans continued from here!

"Oh! They are like little fireworks you get to wave around in your hand!" Darla explained, excitedly. She then reached into one of her inner jacket pockets that didn't really exist. This was just her discrete way of opening her pocket dimension.

She pulled out a pack of sparklers. "Here! Take one! Don't worry, it won't burn your hand." She said, holding one out for her to take.

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Shit. He got him there. He could probably think of it if he calmed down but, he feels like he's on the spot and can't think of it. Well, there is only one way to get out of tight situations like this.

"What's my favorite food?" He challenged instead.

"Oh yeah?" He asked against Andrew's lips, easily allowing himself to be distracted by the kiss. He felt like a puppet being pulled around by strings, but he allowed it.

"What's my favorite food?" He joked, looking at him with just as much adoration. He loved Andrew's confidence, it was attractive and endearing, but he also loved so many things about him.

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@haus-der-mysterionmusen continued from here!

"Ah, well, it kinda seemed like a good place to hide away. Thought the rumors and ghosts would keep others out." Andrew then takes another bite of his sandwich. "Seems like I was wrong, though." He then sighs.

He then tilts his head as he looks at Yuuko. He could tell she was a ghost, and clearly he wasn't the only one aware of her existence here. "You can't even eat food." He says bluntly as he gives her a blank look.

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@stardustfist continued from here!

It wasn't her first time against a creature like this. By, now, she's learned how to deal with them quickly, hence her asking the other to get out of her way.

"Alright. Make sure you watch closely then!" She looked back and him and smiled before charging the monster.

In a blink of an eye, she was already stepping on it's head, sending it stumbling. She seemed to be mostly messing around with the creature. Running around it to evade its attacks while landing a few heavy attacks of her own.

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@fallesto continued from here!

At first, Darla was ready to play flattered by the compliment but, the more he spoke, the more off-putting she found the man. Wife? She just met him! She takes a step back. Sensing how serious this man was, she could not just walk away or laugh this off. Good thing, death meant nothing to her. It wasn't like she would stay dead after all.

"Thanks but... no, thanks. I don't accept marriage proposals from a man with a wife already. I also don't accept them from men I just met so, I guess you have no choice but, to kill me. Do me a favor and make it as painful as possible, would you? I need something to life my spirits after the garbage you just subjected me too."

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"Uh hu." She replied instantly, clearly not really listening to him again. She had a million disputes on the tip of her tongue, but it really wasn't worth it.

She takes her time, savoring her cigarette. Closing her eyes, the way she holds it, how it feels in her hands, how the nicotine fills her lungs, the way it feels like stress leaves her just the tiniest bit, with every exhale.

She can't help but smirk at the hypothetical he gives. If only it was that simple.

"Yeah. Sure you aren't." She mumbled with a roll of her eyes. "I really don't care what it is you do. No need for self flagellation just to please an edgy attention seeking dumb little girl." She then just sighs. "And I thought myself a people pleaser." She can't help but, throw another insult his way.

"This is a fun conversation." he says under his breath. "Look, I'm not trying to antagonize you. I don't need to say shit like that to make you feel better. I'm just a bartender; I listen to peoples' issues. That's my whole thing."

He watches as she lights up a cigarette. It's still weird for him to see, but he doesn't comment on it... actually, it made him want one. He tries digging around his pockets for one, coming up short this time. Add that to the list of things he needs to pick up on the way home, he supposed.

"You wanna know so badly? I thought you and Andrew were just a couple of peculiar kids who came to the lounge to hang out. Not like either of you gave me a reason to suspect much else in that time." He takes a swig of beer. "Far as I'm concerned though, it doesn't matter where you've come from or what you've done. Maybe you are actually older than me, stuck in some time loop or part of some old curse, whatever.

"I'm not just saying shit to make you feel better. I doubt it would work anyway; I can tell right now, you'd probably rather see me throw myself out the window. I just want you to know that you've got somewhere you can come to if you need something."

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@eunciia continued from here!

"Really?!" Darla said, surprised. How could such a simple comment be the nicest thing she's heard?! She was so pretty, she deserved a ton of compliments! She could sense the girl wasn't 100% normal, but she saw no reason to call her out. Her body language alone was enough of a sign she was nervous. No reason to make that worse.

As the compliment is turned back on her, she just smiles. Maybe if her appearance was true and not fake, she would have taken it more to heart. Instead, it just slides off of her. Did it really matter that she was pretty when she looked nothing like herself? Well, at least her own disguise had some benefit.

"Wow, thank you! I think I would do better behind the camera though, I love taking pictures!"

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Closed || Plotted starter w/@tenfaceandthree

Darla looked around nervously as she sat down in Miracle's office. This was her first time in a therapist office, and she didn't know what to expect. Really, this was her first time in a doctor's office now that she thinks about it. The thought alone set a chill through her. Before she has anytime to dwell on the thought, she's finally called in. What she wants more than anything is just to turn around and go home, but she promised her brothers that she would do this for them. She was going to try and get better for the people she loved.

"U-Um. I-It's very nice to um... meet you. I-I've never done this before, so... I'm not really sure what I'm supposed to do or say here." Darla decided it was best to be honest at this moment. Her nervousness on full display as she started to fidget with her hands.

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Moved to beta editor || @cosmicdreamt

Andrew had to avert his gaze. While he was happy she was being supportive, it was a bit overwhelming for him. Silently, he was glad he wasn't blushing.

"Um, thank you." He said, shyly.

"I think you would be good at it! I mean, you fix up my jacket all the time and no one can ever tell!" Darla added on, trying to be supportive too.

At that, Andrew couldn't help but, smile. Reaching out to hold her hand, Darla could only smile back.

"Me neither but, I think it would be kinda cool! Like, maybe I could make some new stuff out of our old things. I have no idea how I'd get my hands on a sewing machine, though."

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Plotted starter w/@nobuverse

Andrew tried his best to erase his presence and blend in with his surroundings as he laid down in a bush. He could hear them searching the area looking for him. The fact he got away from them to begin with was nothing short of a miracle. Especially with the curse they placed on him already having gone in full effect. A mark had appeared on his hand and slowly worked its way up his arm. This curse was strong, and it was gonna stick around for a while. That much was clear to him.

Even now, he was doing his best to just ignore its effects on his body. Otherwise, there was no hope in him getting away. He dares to peak up once things have gone quiet. They had gone somewhere else but, he knew there was only so much time before they came back around.

He had to think of something. There was no way he could just run any further without getting spotted. A couple different ideas come to mind, but, most are shot down. 'His' magic would be hard to use, considering the divinity he draws from is already weakened. It's then he remembers that girl and how she offered her help.

He pulls out the piece of paper and places it on the ground. Then places the button on top of it like he was told. He isn't sure what's supposed to happen next but, this better work.