#Akuma butler

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[Story Translation] Chapter One - Yuhan's Arrival [Episode Two: Part Four]

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- Grosvenor House - Main Residence -

- The Morning of the Expedition -

knock knock

Finlay:

"Enter…”

click

Lucas:

“Pardon my intrusion, Lord Finlay.”

Finlay:

“Lucas… I expect the preparations for the expedition are coming alone well?”

Lucas:

“Yes… Everything is in order. We plan to depart at noon.”

Finlay:

“I see… I'm glad.”

Lucas:

“May I ask why was I summoned today?”

Lucas:

“Has there been a change of strategy?”

Finlay:

“Yes… There’s someone I would like you to meet.”

Lucas:

“Who would that be?”

Finlay:

“You may enter.”

knock knock

???: 

“Excuse me.”

click

Lucas:

“It's you…”

Yuhan:

“Greetings…”

Finlay:

“This is Yuhan, of the Sardeis Family. The Sardeis Family has offered their support during this expedition.”

Lucas:

“They have...?”

Yuhan:

“I am extremely sorry about what happened during our last mission."

Yuhan:

“I cannot apologise on behalf of the Sardeis Family, but I would like to at least offer my personal apology.”

Lucas:

“Hmmm...”

Finlay:

“Lucas. Could you please explain the details of our current expedition?”

Lucas:

“Understood.”

- Some Time Later -

Yuhan:

“Thank you for your detailed explanation, Mr. Lucas.”

Lucas:

“It's no bother at all.”

Yuhan:

“I look forward to working with you on this mission. I'll be taking my leave now.”

click

Finlay:

“...”

Finlay:

“This is how the world works. I knew they would find a way to stick their noses in.”

Lucas:

“That appears to be the case.”

Finlay:

“They already seem to know about our special Angel. And about our most recently expedition..”

Lucas:

“I knew they'd find out at some point but... I didn't realise it would be so soon.”

Finlay:

“Many members of the Grosvenor Family have connections to the Sardeis, after all.”

Finlay:

“Nobles are a species of greed. All they need is a flash of gold and they'll become spies.”

Finlay:

“Unfortunately, I am not able to decline their request to participate in this mission.”

Lucas:

“I understand. Making such internal squabbles public wouldn't benefit anyone.”

Lucas:

“Especially if they're with the Sardeis Family.”

Finlay:

“Yes. Fubuki is a much beloved leader.”

Finlay:

“We'd be to ones to lose favour if our relationship soured in the public eye.”

Lucas:

“It's exactly as you say.”

Finlay:

“That Yuhan, however. Do you not think he's rather different than the other members of the Sardeis family?”

Lucas:

“Yes. He's always cordial with us.”

Lucas:

“I actually have a rather good impression of him.”

Finlay:

“Either way, do not let your guard slip. He is still a member of the Sardeis family.”

Lucas:

“Of course.”

Finlay:

“That's all I needed to tell you. Please look after the Sardeis joining you.”

Finlay:

“Make sure not to make the same mistakes as Haures did last time.”

Lucas:

“Understood.”

[dorksmithery]

Bora's Master Adventures, aka I played AkuNeko doodle compilation

Working Title: Lato enamored me with his penchant for violence and extremely polite speech but the designs were so banging that I had to illustrate my silly experience playing this weird but very loveable game. Fennesz is here for moral support.

Note: I only really have read up till the end of the Ball arc. Though I do know some spoilers from watching the stageplay clips and listening to the stageplay album, all the following doodles are my first impressions from the game up until Episode 1, Part 2, Chapter 32 (´･ω･`)b

All translations are my own work.

Obsession at First Mention

"There is a butler who lives in the basement floor called Lato, please be careful around him." "Oh no." "He (Lato) might become my fave" *He indeed became my fave lol

I looked at the red flag Berrian gave us and went "Oh okay. So I'm a bull now ig" It did not help that his design is so memorable but all the butlers have super distinct designs that have so much character packed into them. TBH I think my favourite design goes to Fennesz, the butterfly motif is enchanting and the way his outfit both matches and clashes against Haures is so fascinating.

(We will not talk about how I struggled so hard drawing Berrian. Bro should not be that difficult to draw)

Daimeshi Jamboree

"I'm (Ore) the master of the Devil Butlers!" "Ah.... That might have been too aggressive..." <- Usually uses Boku "M-Masterrrrrr....."

AkuNeko having the choice to play either as a female or male Master is peak actually?? Like it changes nothing lol but just having that option is so good. I use Boku and Watashi as my Japanese personal pronouns of choice so reading the Master option as Ore was jarring www I'm just a polite liddol guy, pwease

I did like the village scene tho. Ammon is probably the character I've changed my opinion fastest about, he's just doing his best and a little bit of an idiot about it. I will hear no slander about him.

The Greatest Honour I can Give

"Wear the outfits please." "A-Alright..."

"U-um..." "So this is the type of thing you like~" (Fennesz is wearing one of Lato's outfits while Lato is wearing one of Fennesz's outfits)

Get in the fucking dress boys

I like to cycle between Fennesz and Lato on my homescreen but whoever is on there is wearing a dress either way. I did indeed use screenshots to build the base of the last photo but one day I really do want to sit down and just try and learn the AkuNeko art style bc its so distinct and the colours pop so well while staying with the gothic aesthetic.

Fennesz is unexpectedly very cute when he blushes....

Animal Ears Gang

Muu is cute methinks. Not as annoying as other mascot characters but theres a lot of potential for him to grow in the story! I hope we get to see him grow up to be a wonderful butler ฅ^•ﻌ•^ฅ

I honestly wasn't expecting to like AkuNeko all that much. I only really got into it because of the stageplay so to realize that the game is just as fun and the art is something I could definitely see myself trying to learn is really nice. The features like the study and stretches is also weirdly helpful? I've been using it every so often and setting up my own 15 min writing sprints with Lato breathing down my neck the whole time is actually kind of funny.

Will I continue playing? Who knows. The fact that my reading comprehension has improved by leaps and bounds since I downloaded the game is irreverent

[lazy-lumii]

Happy birthday Boschi!! 🦾

I need more people from this fandom around here.... 😔

[funtomfactory]

Hehe... Undertaker tummy...

[kurobracket]

ROUND ONE

[hamikau]

♰ Translation Masterlist ♰

BSTS

☆Characters☆

➣ Mizuki: Intimacy |

☆Main Story☆ 

➣ S2Ch1- Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3

➣ S2Ch2- Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3

☆Events☆

2019

➣ Christmas: Salva me

2024

➣ Sanrio Collab

AKNK

☆Characters☆

➣ Ammon: Initial Butler Story |

☆Main Story☆

☆Events☆

2022

➣ Butler's Christmas

[primapolaris]

Now I know my type of fictional men are the ones with dark hair, sharp eyes, and wear suits but when I looked at Sova from Valorant, he automatically got an exception

[fenrirthemyth]

Your dreams lie with the stars.

[imsparky2002]

Batraculous: Caline Bustier

Caline Bustier is both the butler of the Agreste residence, and the caretaker of the North Faction of the Bat-Heroes (The Akuma Class). She also helps Olga Mendeliev, Alonzo Grotke and Dahlia Winters with the other Bat-Hero factions (The Science Class, Recess Class and Theater Class). She is a character with a striking presence, known for her unwavering support, impeccable service, and deep connection to the Bat-Heroes.

Appearance and Attire: Caline is a woman of grace and refinement. She carries herself with poise and dignity at all times. Her attire is a classic black tuxedo, meticulously tailored to perfection. The tuxedo consists of a crisply pressed white shirt, a black bowtie, and a formal black jacket with tails. She also wears polished black shoes that reflect her attention to detail and dedication to her role.

Role and Responsibilities:

Trusted Butler: Caline serves as the Bat-Heroes' trusted butler, providing unwavering support and guidance to the team. She is responsible for maintaining the Bat Cave, ensuring the heroes have all the necessary equipment, and coordinating their missions.

Advisor and Mentor: Caline offers wisdom, counsel, and guidance to the Bat-Heroes. She serves as a mentor figure, helping the young heroes navigate their responsibilities and challenges, both as superheroes and in their personal lives.

Logistics and Organization: Caline takes care of all logistical aspects of the Bat-Heroes' operations. She manages communication systems, tracks missions, and assists the Bat-Heroes in coordinating with law enforcement and emergency services.

Resource Management: She is responsible for maintaining and cataloging the Bat-Heroes' equipment, gadgets, and costumes. She ensures that everything is in pristine condition and readily accessible for the heroes when they embark on missions.

Training and Preparedness: Caline occasionally assists in training exercises, helping the heroes hone their skills and improve their teamwork. She ensures they are always prepared for any challenge they may face.

Personality: Caline Bustier possesses a calm and composed demeanor, remaining unflappable even in the most intense situations. She is incredibly dedicated to her role and the Bat-Heroes, often going to great lengths to support and protect them. Her wisdom and experience make her a trusted advisor, and her kindness and empathy make her a beloved figure among the heroes. Also she is a massive lesbian for her wife, Lieutenant Giselle LeBlanc.

Relationship with the Bat-Heroes: Caline Bustier shares a deep and familial bond with the Bat-Heroes. She cares for them as if they were her own children, offering comfort and encouragement during moments of doubt and reassurance when facing formidable challenges. She knows each hero's strengths, weaknesses, and quirks, and she treats them all with equal respect and affection.

And that's the caretaker for the North Faction of the Bat-Heroes. Next up will be Olga Mendeliev for the South Faction, which will be the Science Kids. Make sure to post, reply, reblog and ask for more. @artzychic27 @msweebyness

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[Story Translation] Chapter Thirty Six - Butler's Rest

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Division Leader:

“What the hell is going on here?!”

Ammon:

“On that note… Who the hell is that old man?”

Berrien:

“He’s the leader of the mercenaries who tried to attack us…”

Berrien:

“Apparently he has history with Bastien.”

Haures:

“You… The price to pay for hurting our friend isn’t cheap.”

Division Leader:

“H-hey...! At least spare my life! I'll do anything you want!"

Division Leader:

“I'm in deep with the nobles! You guys want something, just name it! I can get it for you."

Division Leader:

“I've got it! I can find out what the Sardies' weaknesses are. How about that?"

Haures:

"Was that supposed to win us over?"

Division Leader:

“S-shit...! Come on, Bastien! Help me out here!"

Division Leader:

“I'm sorry about what happened! So please... at least spare my life..."

Bastien:

“Don't make me laugh."

Bastien:

“I'll never forgive you."

Bastien:

“But I don't plan on hurting you. Not here, at least."

Division Leader:

“What?"

Bastien:

“You know, none of your group are actually dead."

Bastien:

“I didn't hit anyone where it actually matters. They're just knocked out."

Division Leader:

“But why...?"

Bastien:

"There's no point in me wasting my breath on you lowlives."

Bastien:

“I'm handing you all over to the Grosvenor guards."

Bastien:

“Have fun in the cellar for the rest of you life. And do some reflecting on how it's your own fault you're there."

Division Leader:

“Sh-shit..."

-Some Time Later-

Haures:

“I've tied them all up."

Berrien:

“Thank you. Now we just have to wait until the guards come."

Boschi:

“I took a look around but I can't find Yuuhan and the others anywhere."

Berrien:

“I see..."

Haures:

“I never thought they'd be the ones to set a trap to try and kill us like this..."

Berrien:

“It looks like we need to have a thorough talk about how to deal with what happened here today..."

Haures:

“I assume we can take this as a declaration of war."

Berrien:

“But... I don't think it would be a good idea to take them up on that offer at this time."

Berrien:

“Our duty as Devil Butlers is to remove Angels from this earth. That's all."

Fennesz:

“I agree. There's no need for us to fight other humans."

Boschi:

“So we're just going to let them get one up on us?"

Fennesz:

“I didn't say that. But we need to be more careful."

Ammon:

“Calm now, Boschi."

Boschi:

“Tsk. Whatever."

Muu:

“It looks like things are getting complicated."

Choices:

“Humans shouldn't be fighting each other..." "We need to figure it out as peacefully as possible."

???:

“Gggh..."

Muu:

“Huh...? What was that noice...?

Boschi:

“Oi, who was that? Whose stomach's rumbling at a time like this?"

Lono:

“Sorry... I'm just gettin' a bit peckish..."

Bastien:

“Gggh..."

Haures:

“You too, Bastien...?"

Ammon:

"Haha. Looks like they're fine to me!"

Fennesz:

“Oh to be young. I can't believe you're hungry after what we just went through."

Haures:

“You're not even that old."

Ammon:

"Ahh. Now I'm getting hungry too. Let's all go home and eat some of Lono's delicious cooking."

Lono:

“That's a great idea, Ammon!"

Boschi:

“I need some meat. Oi, Lono. I could murder a steak right now."

Lono:

“Oh! Steak sounds like a great idea!"

Ammon:

"Boschi. When do you eat anything that's not meat? You need to eat your veg or you'll get sick."

Boschi:

“Huh? Why on earth would eating what I want make me sick?"

Haures:

“Boschi. You're just as childish as always."

Boschi:

“Who are you calling a child?"

Fennesz:

“Haures. I've never seen you eat fish before."

Haures:

“Oi, Fennesz...!"

Muu:

“Huh?! You're picky too, Mr. Haures?"

Choices:

“I'm shocked too." "Everyone has food they don't like."

Haures:

“I-I'll eat it if I have to! I just don't like it very much..."

Haures:

“Oi, Fennesz! Don't embarrass me in front of Master."

Fennesz:

“Sorry, sorry."

Lono:

“Right! Looks like I've got some cookin' to get to!"

Lono:

“Master, let me know if there's anything you want to eat!"

Lono:

“I'm a genius in the kitchen, after all. I'll make anything you want."

Choices:

“Don't push yourself too hard." "Are you sure you're okay?"

Lono:

“Don't worry! I'm completely fine! Look, not a scratch on me..."

Lono:

“Ouch..."

Muu:

“Mr. Lono! Are you sure you're okay?"

Berrien:

"Maybe you should wait to cook until after Lucas has taken a look at you."

Lono:

“That might be a good idea."

Lono:

"You're gonna help me out, right Bastien?"

Lono:

"You gotta work for your food."

Muu:

"Looks like he's back to his usual self."

Choices:

“Thank goodness." "I can relax now."

Berrien:

"Master, I'll prepare the carriage home. Please wait here for a moment."

Berrien:

"AH!!"

Berrien:

"Muu? What's the matter?"

Muu:

"Look! Over there!"

Berrien:

"Over where?"

Haures:

"Hey, that's..."

shuffle shuffle

Angel:

"Die. For life."

[certifiedducky]

Reasons why I don’t believe Chloe was never meant to be redeemed:

1) the intro, from season one, included queen bee

And she’s the only hero who has since been replaced. If nothing else, it shows that they didn’t plan on vesperia until way later.

2) She was given a sympathetic backstory(which they used to enact short-term change)

and i am specifically talking about despair bear, which makes me all sorts of frustrated because her butler using her self-soothing method to manipulate and shame her into acting better for her classmates makes me feel so sad for her.

but the fact still stands that they gave Chloe a sympathetic backstory that not only tied her to adrien, potentially giving her an ally to help her change, but to explain(not excuse) her behavior.

there is ZERO reason for that screenshot to exist of a character that was never considered for redemption. you don’t paint your villains that way.

3) lila, like her entire existence

Okay so like, as a superhero show that has clear time both in and out of the suits, it makes sense to have clear civilian AND supervillain antagonists to keep it interesting on both sides. In season one, Ladybug and Chat Noir had hawkmoth. Adrien had Gabriel, and Marinette had Chloe. At the end of the season, they introduced lila as marinette’s civilian antagonist. THERE WAS NO REASON TO INTRODUCE A NEW ANTAGONIST FOR MARINETTE UNLESS THEY KNEW THERE WOULD BE A VOID SOON. The fact that Lila and Chloe essentially serve the same purpose after season 3, so much so that lila is almost completely sidelined until much later, shows that they didn’t know what to do with them *because chloe wasn’t supposed to be a villain*.

4) zoe & vesperia

Here’s the thing: If Chloe was meant to be irredeemable from the start, there should have been a clear plan for the bee miraculous. I can think of two ways it could’ve gone: either develop another bee holder from season 2 onwards, or have chloe steal the bee. Because what we got instead was Chloe’s half sister who was introduced in season FOUR. Not only was she introduced to the show, she was introduced to marinette. And she received her miraculous in the very next episode. There was no development, and it reflects very poorly on marinette that she chose to give a miraculous to a girl she had just met(and a girl related to Chloe at that, even if Zoe was nice, it’s very irresponsible). Had Zoe been introduced in season 2, or even the beginning of 3, it would’ve made way more sense for her to be given a miraculous by season 4. But that’s not what happened. Instead we get a character that’s shoehorned into a role because it needs filled.

5) RESISTING AN AKUMA

Chloe was the first person to resist an akuma. enough said. Because why would you give that accomplishment to a character that you planned to stay an antagonist from the start????

And listen, i’m not the first person to say these things. And it’s not the first time i’ve said it. and i’ll say it again and again because it’s frustrating. Because not only did we get this potential, but we’re being told to our faces that it was never there. That we’re crazy for thinking she could change. I don’t know what was going on in the writers room, but honestly even if they DID plan to keep her an antagonist from the start, maybe they should start lying and say they changed their minds. because all of the clues point to her being redeemed. It leaves the writers looking incompetent, utterly incompetent.

[sugar-glaze-donut]

AKNK DEMON LORE LETS GOOOOOOOOO

[AKNK] Butler and Demon

List of butlers in akuneko and the demon with whom they're in contract. Included are information from main episodes (up to Ep. 3 "I can't believe anything") and event Captive Dolls.

Some notes before further reading:

🔹romanisation are taken from the Ars Goetia wiki page.

🔹the list is incomplete at the moment, either because of my mistake or the info simply hasn't not yet been released (filled in with 'unknown'). In case of the former, kindly inform me. [Additionally, there are some speculations on twitter about all the demons' name even though they haven't made an appearance yet in-game. This was made possible by finding the closest match between the butler's crest and the sigil of their allegedly corresponding demon]

🔹side effect is a rough translation of the word 代償/daishou in game.

-First floor butlers-

Berrien

Demon's name: Belial/ベリアル (revealed in ep. 3 ch. 6 pt. 14)

Form: (unknown)

Power granted: escape/avoid death

Side effect: (unknown)

Bastien

Demon's name: Orobas/オロバス (revealed in ep. 1 ch. 2 pt. 14)

Form: White fox

Power granted: increases in weapon speed

Side effect: (unknown)

Lono

Demon's name: (unknown)

Form: (unknown)

Power granted: (unknown)

Side effect: (unknown)

-Second floor butlers-

Haures

Demon's name: Flauros/フラウロス (revealed in ep. 1 ch. 3 pt. 24)

Form: (unknown)

Power granted: increases companions' fighting skill

Side effect: (unknown)

Boschi

Demon's name: Zaebos/ザエボス (revealed in ep. 1 ch. 5 pt 16)

Form: black leopard

Power granted: temporary increases the upper limit of phyisical ability

Side effect: consumes a large amount of energy

Fennesz

Demon's name: Phenex/フェネクス (revealed in ep. 1 ch. 2 pt. 26)

Form: (unknown)

Power granted: ability to memorise everything just by reading it once

Side effect: (unknown)

Ammon

Demon's name: (unknown)

Form: (unknown)

Power granted: (unknown)

Side effect: (unknown)

-Third floor butlers-

Lucas

Demon's name: Foras/フォラス (revealed in ep. 3 ch. 5 part 20)

Form: white lion

Power granted: finding out someone's chance of survival when in the verge of death

Side effect: (unknown)

Lamli

Demon's name: (unknown)

Form: (unknown)

Power granted: (unknown)

Side effect: (unknown)

Nac

Demon's name: (unknown)

Form: (unknown)

Power granted: (unknown)

Side effect: (unknown)

-Basement butlers-

Miyaji

Demon's name: (unknown)

Form: (unknown)

Power granted: increases in speed/agility, possibly in fighting prowess as well

Side effect: a change in physical appearance and general attitude (ch. 10 of event Captive Dolls), nightmares (Miyaji 1st Anniversary card story 「不器用な怒り」)

Flure

Demon's name: Furfur/フルフル (revealed in ep. 1 ch. 2 pt. 16)

Form: (unknown)

Power granted: increases sense of aesthetic and artistic faculty

Side effect: (unknown)

Latto

Demon's name: Stolas/シトラス (revealed in ch. 9 of event Captive Dolls)

Form: (unknown)

Power granted: greatly enhance hearing ability

Side effect: (unknown)

-Villa butlers-

Teddy

Demon's name: Forneus/フォルネウス (revealed in ep. 3 ch. 2 pt. 4)

Form: white grizzly bear

Power granted: super strength

Side effect: intense hunger

Yuuhan

Demon's name: Marchosias/マルコシアス (revealed in ep. 3 ch. 2 pt. 4)

Form: black she-wolf

Power granted: a temporary increases of fighting ability in line with the number of enemies defeated

Side effect: loss of consciousness

Hanamaru

Demon's name: Focalor/フォカロル (revealed in ep. 3 ch. 2 pt. 4)

Form: a massive white horse akin to a griffin

Power granted: durability of weapon used in fighting (a blade that will remain unbroken no matter what)

Side effect: (unknown)

[blue-sky336]

The Devil Wears Yellow

Part 1 || Part 2 || Part 3 || Part 4 || Part 5???

Chloe could not stand you. Over the past month that you had been attending the same school as her, she had grown a rather distinct hatred for you, stemming from the relationship blooming between you and Adrien. She noticed the sweet smile on your face every time you spoke to him, the way your fingers seemed to brush when he would lean over to your side of the desk. She could distinctly remember the way you elbowed him in the side for trying to copy your answers, his bashful laugh as he searched for an excuse of his copying. It was infuriating and unfair. Her thoughts were suddenly cut off as an unexpected voice called out to her. 

"Madame Chloe, the car is waiting for you," Chloe's butler, or as she called him 'Jean-whatever-your-name-is', alerted the girl from behind her bedroom door, his knuckles wrapping against it with a gentle knock. 

The blonde girl let out an obnoxious groan, yanking her yellow jacket on over the top of her black and white striped shirt. As overly dramatic as usual, she shoved the door open, ultimately pushing the poor man down and storming to the front of the hotel. She got in the white limousine and left for school.

~~~

The next day started the same as all the others. You struggled pulling yourself out of bed, showered in cold water despite how much it made your joints ached and then returned to getting dress. Today you wore a knee brace on your right knee, favouring your left more than usual. You were yet to notice the effect that the miraculous had on you outside of your hero persona. Grabbing a bottle of water from the fridge you didn't bother waking your parents to say goodbye. Reaching for your bag as you stood just in front of the front door, you took one look back into the house before you simply left, not giving the house a second look. You were starting to grow tired of the same routine. Waking up, leaving the house with no goodbye, going to school and then returning to a battle against an akuma that you weren't even allowed to fight yet. Part of you wanted to get your hands dirty, aching and yearning for the adrenaline that would rush through your system whenever there was a slight mention of a supposed akumatization. 

While the walk itself wasn't long, it felt as if it took an hour. You were tired from the nights work. Akuma's had become rare, and you were still yet to properly face one without just lending the occasional hand of whisking away surrounding citizens so they wouldn't get hurt. With each day that had passed you had easily memorised the walk to school, rarely needing your own mind to take you there when your legs already knew the way. Letting your feet guide you, your mind started to wander a bit.

The truce you made a few weeks back flashed through your mind. You hadn't really interacted with Chat Noir since then, but you were sure something had changed between the two of you. You recognised his small glances towards you, instead of being greeted with sharp eyes, they were more curious. Although he was still jealous of you, envious of the attention you received from Ladybug, you were proud to say that you no longer thought that the feline heroine hated you. Your last patrol together was the night before. He didn't speak much, but when he did, it didn't seem to come out as harsh as usual. He was a strange boy, that was for sure. 

Not realising that you'd already made it to your class, you almost walked into the door. Shaking your head, you pushed open the door and stepped inside. What you were yet to notice was the blonde girl standing next to the doorway, her foot sticking out just enough to make contact with your ankle. The connection sent you tumbling to the ground with little to no witnesses other than Sabrina. Your water bottle rolled across the hardwood floor. The blonde smirked down at you. She found an empty joy in watching you crumple to the floor, falling to pieces from such a simple manoeuvre. 

"Whoops!" she feigned shock, "Maybe you should watch where you're going next time, foreigner." The smirk on her face made you feel sick. For the first time in years, you felt humiliated. You didn't have the time to process the hurt that you felt, both physically and somewhat mentally. Putting on a brave face, you pulled yourself to your feet, favouring your left side to the point your leg buckled slightly under your weight. "Listen, I don't understand what I have done to you that makes you believe tripping me over is the answer," you began, "I'm sure there's a good person inside that heart of yours." 

Your words made her crystal eyes widen momentarily. They seemed to hit a vulnerable spot within her, but as soon as it came to her it disappeared. "You don't know what you're talking about. You are ridiculous!" She huffed, easily hiding the slight pang of guilt she felt under a snobby mask. Sabrina looked at you, her eyes were the window to her soul. Guilt was plastered on her face, leaking from her pores with every second she stood near you. Yet, the girl did nothing to defend or help you. She simply pulled her head down and held Chloe's books tighter to her chest. You never liked being forgiving, but you would have forgiven the two with a simple apology or explanation even if it wasn't to your standards. You rolled your eyes, moving from the door to place your bag next to your desk in its usual spot. Gaining no reaction from you, Chloe left without sparing a second glance, practically dragging Sabrina out by the wrist. 

You regretted coming to school so early. Tears threatened to fall as you finally let the weight of the situation fall upon your shoulders. You truly couldn't think of what you had done to Chloe. In fact, it wasn't until today that you had properly spoken before. Taking in one last shaking breath, you wiped your eyes with the sleeves of your sweater. There was no point in letting her words or actions get the better of you. If you were to be akumatized, who knows what would happen. Rolling your right ankle under the desk you bit down on your bottom lip. She didn't sprain your ankle, but it definitely left you with a jolt of pain when you moved. You hoped it would go away on its own, not needing the extra pain when your knee was already burning. 

The opening of the door pulled you from your thoughts. Quicky wiping your eyes, you scrambled to pull your textbook from your bag. Your hands shook from the previous interactions, almost making you drop the pencil you held.

Curious eyes stared down at you as the young man made his way to his seat. He sat down next to you, flashing his usual friendly smile. He spoke your name, and you finally looked up. Graced by the solemn look on your face, Adrien frowned. The two of you had grown rather closer over this last month, exchanging numbers and often riding home together. He knew to an extent the struggles you faced each day, but he had never seen you look so disappointed and dejected. 

"Are you alright?" 

The words hit you like a harsh wave, stinging as it crashed against your warm skin. Instead of answering, you simply sighed. Although the desire to understand the situation, to ultimately make you feel better, burnt deep within the core of his chest, Adrien hesitated. He nodded. "I understand. I'm here." His warm palm brushed against your shoulder once again, however instead of pulling away like you typically did, you leaned into it. 

The blonde boy's eyes widened, his breath hitching in his throat. He had never really had such a seamless interaction with the someone. The warmth of your shoulder spread throughout his palm, coursing through his veins as if it were his own blood, his lifeline. His reaction didn't go unnoticed to you, although you were much too busy sulking about the previous situation. A heavy distaste for the rich girl sat in the pit of your stomach. Not even Adrien could pull you out of that hatred.  

~~~

The day was over almost as soon as it begun. After your little interaction with Adrien earlier, he had promised to take you to the park after school. His simple excuse to his father, with the bribery of his bodyguard, was that fencing practice just so happened to be running late. It was the entire reason you were walking next to him, chortling at the jokingly snide comment he had made about the ladybug pin on your bag. You could only assume he was joking. 

"What? Do you really believe that Chat Noir is better?" You rose a brow, simply teasing the other. The look of pride that flashed through his eyes made your playful façade falter. You shook it off as nothing, the small upturn of his lips distracting you from your own scepticism. There was something about his little scoff that made your stomach flutter. It felt so familiar, yet at the same time so out of reach. You chalked it back to another time you had hung out, maybe you had heard him scoff that way when he drove you home? You shook your head and turned your attention towards the taller boy. 

He rolled his eyes slightly, a sight you didn't see often under the guise of his bodyguard. "Of course! He's so much cooler than Ladybug and Clementine," that made your eyes widen, "Plus, his cat puns are hilarious. I just don't get how you can't see that." The boy shrugged. Adrien had completely dissed your alter ego straight to your face. You kept your reaction hidden deep. Perhaps the next time Clementine had patrol, they might pay a visit to the blonde boy and teach him what true humour was. You nudged him with your elbow as you both walked along the cement path. You still limped from the earlier incident, but it luckily didn't hurt as much as it typically did. "Clementine is the coolest, thank you very much! And Ladybug can literally repair everything with some like, magical ass words. How is that not cool?" 

Adrien blushed, the tips of his ears flushing red as you nudged him. He wasn't entirely sure why he felt like this. He assumed it was because you were good friends. Yeah... that was the reason. 

~~~

Your debate lasted until you two found yourself in front of your home. It seemed cold, most likely due to your parents being in their own separate places. Ever since you began to manage your won diagnoses, they began to lay off of you a bit. What used to seem overbearing and protective had turned into minimal interactions and borderline neglect. 

Turning to face Adrien, you offered him a sweet smile. "Thank you... For today, I mean. This meant a lot." You weren't lying when you said that. The whole interaction with Chloe had left you rather down in the dumps and it seemed he was the only person to truly pull you out of it. He returned your sweet smile with a boyish grin of your own. The way you looked at him in that moment with nothing, but pure gratitude and care made his heart race dangerously fast. 

He shook his head quickly, golden locks flickering in front of his eyes before settling to frame his face. He was always picture perfect. "It's what friends are for." Those words stung, but once again you were dumbfounded as to why. Adrien held your bag out for you to grab, you couldn't remember when he had taken it, but you were grateful, nonetheless. Muttering another soft 'thank you', you let your fingers linger on his. The soft caress of his plush skin against you had your mouth running dry. Quickly pulling away, you finally spoke up.

"Call me when you get home." 

You left no room for an answer, gripping your bag so tight that your knuckles had shifted from their usual flushed colour to a pale white. The door shut and you retreated to your room. 

Adrien stood outside of your house; his mouth slightly open with unsaid words. That was uncharacteristically odd, but he simply assumed you didn't want your parents to meet him. He was understanding of the relationship you held with your parental figures, so he didn't plan on pressing anytime soon. Instead, he began his way home, the only though on his mind being the way your fingers left a lasting spark in his palm. 

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[Aknk] Ammon Lead Initial Butler Story - A brave and fleeting flower

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Chapter 1

[Devil’s Palace - Your Room]

-Late night, some day-

Choices: ➣ I cant sleep... ➣ I woke up

Muu: Guu...Guu...(snore)

Choices: ➣ Let's go drink watter

[Devil’s Palace - Kitchen]

-A few minutes later-

Rustling

Choices: ➣ The mansion is really quite at night

Rustling

Choices: ➣ Wow...! ➣ Something moved outide the window?!

Rustling...Rustling...

Choices: ➣ Could it be...an angel? ➣ Could it be...a thief?

[Devil’s Palace - Garden]

Thud...Thud...Thud...

Choices: ➣ Let's check it out just in case

Rustling

Choices: ➣ There's the sound of something moving again... ➣ Who's there?

Ammon: Wow!!

Choices: ➣ Ammon?

Ammon: Sigh... Oh, it's my master...

Ammon: Wow, that was a surprise

Ammon: Please dont scare me. It's really bad for my heart...

Choices: ➣ I didn't mean to surprise you, but...

Ammon: It's already midnight. What are you doing in a place like this?

Choices: ➣ I couldn't sleep for a while...

Ammon: I see. That's right

Choices: ➣ Why are you here? ➣ What are you doing?

Ammon: Is it me?

Ammon: Ithought I'd go and look at the flowers in the garden

Choices: ➣ At a time like this?

Ammon: Actually... In this garden, I grow a rare flower that only blooms at night

Ammon: I came to see the flowers tonight

Choices: ➣ You really likes flowers ➣ A flower that only blooms at night?

Ammon: That's right. While we're here, why dont you come and take a look too, master?

Ammon: Here it is

Thud...Thud...Thud...

Ammon: The place where the flowers are grown is a little further ahead

Ammon: Maser, it's dark under your feet, so please be careful

Choices: ➣ Thank you

Ammon: Sigh... Somehow, i feel so relieved right now

Choices: ➣ Why?

Ammon: Come to think of it, have I ever spoken to master about it? ...Well, I've forgotten though...

Ammon: Actually, I dont like dark places

Ammon: I don't really want to go outside at night...

Ammon: I really wanted to see the flowers bloom today...

Choices: ➣ You didn't ask someone to accompany you?

Ammon: There's mo way I could ask for something like that. It would be too embarrassing...

Ammon: Unless it's a real emergency, I wont ask anyone to come with me

Ammon: I'm not a child...

Choices: ➣ Is that a man pride?

Ammon: That's how it is

Ammon: Well, that's why my heart was pounding just before I met master

Ammon: But now I feel relieved because I have master with me

Choices: ➣ That's kind of surprising

Ammon: Master... Please don't tell anyonethat I'm afraid of the dark

Ammon: If I do say so, please prepare yourself

Choices: ➣ Understood ➣ I will be quiet

Ammon: ...Maybe I shouldn't have told you after all. It's unsettling when people find out about your weaknesses

Ammon: Ah! Before I knew it, we had arrived at the place where the flowers i was looking for were planted!

Ammon: Look, this flower

There was a plant with buds

Choices: ➣ It's not blooming though... ➣ It looks it's still in bud

Ammon: Please don't worry. It will bloom soon

Ammon: The moonlight will soondisappear...

Ammon: Look, my master! Look at the flowers!

Then, one after another, the countless buds began to bloom into beautiful flowers. The flowers shines brightly in the darknes

Choices: ➣ Beautiful... ➣ It really bloomed at night...

Ammon: This flower is... This is a flower that blooms only on the night of the new moon, when the moonlight is at it's weakest

Choices: ➣ New moon night...?

Ammon: That's right

Ammon: Such a beautiful flower...It blooms in the darkness of the night when no one can see it...

Ammon: What a brave and fleeting flower...

Choices: ➣ I agree

Ammon: I...That's what I learned about this flower

Ammon: No one will acknowledge it, but its beauty blooms bravely... It's like he's master

Choices: ➣ Eh?

Ammon: After all, our master is the one who gives us the power ro fight angels...

Ammon: In fact, since our master came, we have already protected mant people from angels

Ammon: But...we demon butlers aren't appreciated by the people

Ammon: And the representative of them all, master...is also cursed by the people in the same way

Ammon: But, even now, master is working hard close to us...

Ammon: That image overlaps with this flower...

Choices: ➣ Ammon...

Ammon: Before I met master...I only thought of this flower as just rare one

Ammon: Besides, the flowers bloom at night... I hadn't even thought about growing them...

Ammon: As I spent time with my master like this, I saw it

Ammon: I thought I;d try growing it

Choices: ➣ Thank you that you said this ➣ Thank you

Ammon: Well...

Then Amon plucked the beautiful flower

Choices: ➣ Can I pick them? ➣ Is it okay to have rare flower

Ammon: This flower only blooms at night... It will wither by morning

Ammon: So there's no problem

Ammon: Rather than letting it wither away like this, wouldn't you rather look at it for a little longer?

Ammon: And... This flower smells really nice

Ammon: If you place it next to your pillow, you'll sleep better

Ammon: Come on, master. Let's go back to the room

[Devil’s Palace - Your Room]

Ammon: Arrange flowers in a vase... That's it...

Choices: ➣ Beautiful... ➣ Thank you

Ammon: Haha...

Ammon: Come on, master. Please get into bed

Ammon: May master have a good dreams

Ammon: Good night, master

-End-

English is not my main language so there may be a lot of mistakes. I used google translator most of the time so if you find any mistakes in the translation please let me know and I will fix them quickly!