#Mitsuki looks like he’s about to say my prayers

[caelumforge]

I drew it.

[princess-of-the-corner]

And Yet More Random Fanfic Quotes!

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IcyThotPainRelief: Remember Zuku murder is illegal

Izuwu: Ur one to talk!

IcyThotPainRelief: Look if im not allowed to ruin my reputation neither are u! we either go down together or not at all bitch!

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Mom-o: Hagakura! That is highly inappropriate! Even if he does sound like an unsavory individual, we still don’t know how Midoriya feels about the whole situation! So, it’s best not to assume his feelings on the subject.

Izuwu: Well he’s dead to me so technically u guys arnt wrong the bastered can rot in hell for all the heart ach he gave my mom!

Mom-o: Oh okay, carry on you guys.

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SharkBoi: Am i gunna need to bail my boyfriend out of jail?

WeepingDarkness669: Thats only if he gets caught

Pikachu: Bold of u to assume our dear Kacchan knows anything about keeping things lowkey when it comes to acts of violence

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Tired™: Dont be dragging me into u guys is shit! I was a happy little introvert chilling on my own until u guys showed up!

IcyThotPainRelief: U should of thought of that before spilling ur entire traumatic backstory within a 5 mile radius of Izuku “I will save people with the power of friendship” Midoriya

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Izuwu: So as auntie Mitsuki is beating my dead-beat dad with her shoe and guess who decided to show up out ow fuckin nowhere?

Pikachu: The pizza delivery guy?

WeepingDarkness: Death itself?

DisneyPrincess: The cops?

AlienQween: *gestured with feeling* Aliens?

SugarDaddy: The League of Villains?

Hentai: Jesus fucking chist guys…

Izuwu: ALL MIGHT!!!

Izuwu: With like?? a bouquet of flowers?? and in a blazer?? Cuz like apparently hes going out with my mom??

IcyThotPainRelief: I FUSKING KNWE IT!!!

Izuwu: Still not his secret love child Sho!

Izuwu: So anyways All Might is there and is all like “what’s going on” and Kacchan goes “we’re beating up Deku’s shitty dad” then All Might said “wait he’s alive??”

DefyingGravity: Deku’s useless Y chromosome user: quit telling everyone im dead!

DefyingGravity: Us: sometimes i can still hear his voice

Izuwu: SO ANYWAYS

Izuwu: Auntie finally stops beating up my father because she too is really surprised to see All Might at our door step which now allows my sperm doner to finally be aware of his surroundings and he looks up at All Might and goes “who the hell are u and what do u want?” and then All Might looks this man dead in the eye and fuking goes “Im here to pick up ur wife we have dinner reservations!”

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Izuwu: I THOUGHT WE WERW FRIENDS IIDA!!

Saaanic: We are and it is my job to tell you that your entire existence is being held together by sticky tape, a lot of prayer, and spite.

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WAKEMEUPwakemeupinside: you ever think about how we define sandwichs by the inside of them not the outside

WAKEMEUPwakemeupinside: like you never say “oh i gotta wheat bread sandwich”

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“You’re worth a hundred of them,” Todoroki said shortly.

“I disagree,” Iida said dryly. “A hundred of any of them would make poor company.”

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LabSafety101: she’s surprisingly subdued rn, I actually convinced her to take a nap

Dadzawa: that’s because she worked for 72 hours straight with minimal caffeine

LabSafety101: hey chiyo

GrannyChiyo: if she’s already asleep I can’t do anything

LabSafety101: yeah but can you make sure she’s not about to die in her sleep

Yamadad: the boys made sure she ate, dw

LabSafety101: was it healthy?

Yamadad: idk but it was food!

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UncleGun: I know for a fact that basically every kid in school at least knows half the common swear words

UncleGun: but it’s also really fun to say “dagnabbit”

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“Alright. I didn’t ask you to get your hero costumes because today you will all be fighting Shinsou.”

The whole class raised their eyebrows. Shinsou tried his hardest not to scream inside though.

Because, what the fuck?

“Uh, sir. That doesn’t seem very fair,” Momo spoke up.

“Yes I know.” Aizawa nodded, “Also, none of you are allowed to use your quirks. Except him, obviously.”

“Why!” Bakugou shouted, “I wanna beat him nice and fair!”

Aizawa was not fazed. “You all know how Shinsou’s quirk works. Once you respond to him, he can make you do anything. That is all. Is that too hard for you?”

The class frowned. Was that a trick question?

Aizawa nodded, and made to sit down. Shinsou stopped him, speaking quietly, “I… I think you’re overestimating my power, here.”

Aizawa just scoffed, “I think you’re underestimating their stupidity.”

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After five minutes, there were only three students in front of him. Kouda, because he didn’t talk anyway, Ojirou, because he had actually learned his lesson at the sports festival, and Sero, who had literally taped his mouth shut.

Aizawa walked towards them and stood next to Shinsou. The ones at the wall, looked at him in varying degrees, of shame and disbelief.

The teacher sighed, “All you had to do was not talk.” He shook his head at them, “That’s all you had to do.”

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Pro Hero Hawks: So you’ll get to meet all kinds of heroes! Maybe even All Might!

Pro Hero Hawks: Yes, this is naked bribery.

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“Young Midoriya is quite the hero fan, isn���t he?”

“He’s not just a fan, Yagi-san, he’s not just an air conditioner either: Midoriya-kun is an entire HVAC system.”

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“Gentlemen, I am here, with some brand new handcuffs! Who would like to try them on first?”

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Izuku, despite his professionalism as an analyst, despite his commitment to be a hero, still found that teenage urge to throw his head back and groan at the prospect of something that could be seen as a boring, pointless task. He fought the feeling down, self-control pinning it to the ground and discipline clubbing it with a half-brick in a sock before dragging it back into the depths of his mind, and then assumed a low stance.

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Mirko’s kicks were well known for breaking bones.

Coincidentally, high schoolers tended to have bones.

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I AM CACKLING I LOVE THIS

[anaiswriterr]

The Dragon Kings Queen

Pairing: Dragon King!Bakugou x Queen!Reader

Rating: M

Warning: This is part one, I’d like to point out be aware: 𝐬𝐞𝐱𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝗼𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝗺𝐞𝐬, 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐞, 𝐠𝗼𝐫𝐞, 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐭𝐜. Please don’t read if you are not comfortable with it, and if you’re under the age of 18+ I will give a warning when it becomes NSFW but at the moment it’s SFW.

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Synopsis: ➪ When the word marriage crossed your mind, you believed you'd marry someone you loved. Not this brute of a King. So here you are standing at the end on an alter, pushing away the urge to run and fight. Possibly start a new life, instead of being dragged into a loveless marriage. But for the sake of your people.. They say he's not what rumors make him out to be, but how can you believe that when his eyes burn into yours; just as fiery as before. How could you, ever love someone as barbaric as him...

- chapter one: wedding of peace -

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"May I introduce you, to my daughter, Princess Y/N of Airkin Kingdom."

"We are looking for a suitable suitor for her."

"You are doing your people a public service; think of all the possibilities that will come from this.. arrangement."

"You will soon be a Queen; start acting like it."

You wipe a tear away from your cheek as you soak in a bath of milk and honey; handmaids all around you scurrying scouring for jewels and expensive lace to dress you in. You clutch your knees together; pulling them into your chest as the bath water soaks into your skin. Quiet muttering of the handmaids pulling you out of your thoughts.

"M'lady would you allow me your hand; I must prep you for the ceremony." She gives off a gentle smile, her voice so small and soft; her hair is in two ponytail braids just separated by red satin ribbon. You nod, moving your shaky hand from the milky water; another handmaid coming to your side to prep the other hand. You hadn't realized somebody sat behind you combing your hair; brushing through your roots like silk.

You watch as they hang your dress up in awe, clapping their hands in cheer.

In another life, on another day you probably would've liked the dress. Maybe even fantasize about it, walking down the isle, eyes fixated on the love of your life as you smile. Ruling together as King and Queen; but most importantly as husband and wife. You frown at their smiles. Feeling bad that you couldn't share the same excitement towards them, you realize that the people of the Dragon Kingdom were much more proud people. From travelers and trades, you learned about the people from your kingdom by the royal bookkeeper; she had explained to you that the people of the Dragons were prideful and loud. Something you weren't quiet used too.

You were far more gentle and outspoken, quiet and kind. Your Kingdom was quite the opposite.

Tales of the dragons say that they are barbaric, and don't care what others have to say. And so did the tales of their people.

A part of you wonders why you were placed in this arrangement seeing that both kingdoms are extremely different from one another.

You sigh, it's for the best. This wedding will end the war between both kingdoms and more trade will come into the markets with many more jobs available for your people, it's important that you brush your feelings aside. You flinch as the handmaids drop your hands back to soak in the bath before being pulled up and quickly covered by a towel. Patting down your supple skin and moisturizing, applying expensive lotions on you and lathering it up your body.

You weren't used to being pulled in different directions. Soon enough a much younger handmaid, who seemed to be in training, came up behind you. Placing a silk robe over your exposed skin, you ask for them to leave the room for a while in order to gather yourself.

"Composure." You inhale.

They seemed annoyed but quickly wiped the fake expression off their faces and proceeded outside, following the orders of their future Queen.

You decided you would put on your undergarments yourself, keeping the last of your dignity. And later waving them in to help fit you in the dress, you feel the rough tug of the corset they had placed on your waist. Tightening it till you were nearly pulled to your feet; they apologized in advance as your hands grip the end of the counter. Grimacing at the nearly unbearable tightness, the handmaids at your kingdom were much more gentle and apologetic with you.

You missed them terribly.

They were finally finished with you.

Stepping back to admire their work, you smile weakly towards them.

The tiny white flowers that were gently placed into your hair, the vale.. all so perfect. So beautiful, the white and small blush on your cheeks radiating the innocence of a woman. You take a deep breath, your hands running down the bodice of your dress and smoothing it out. You wipe the last tear that dared threatened to escape. 

"Don't you dare start crying, don't you dare show weakness."

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You watch as the waves crash against the rocks from the castles window, awaiting for your father. You smile, at least this kingdom was near the ocean and mountains. Such beautiful serene for a kingdom known for its brute and prideful attitude. You feel a tightened grip on your forearm, a man leaning down kissing your forehead. Your father Y/F/N, King of Airkin Kingdom here to give away his daughter.

"What a lovely Queen.." His voice comes out in a trembled whisper, you nod in agreement. Though you thought instead you'd be the Queen of your own Kingdom, your baby brother ended up taking over that role. You clutch onto your fathers bicep, staring off onto your gloved hand. You've never even had a single conversation with this man, you didn't know his name till last night, and you've never kissed anyone in your life besides your parents.

But those were most definitely not real kisses, those were cheek pecks and forehead pecks.

You feel your heartbeat start to pump faster as the wedding march played, hundreds of guests attended to see the ceremony. People from the kingdom and even other royalties attended the wedding, you exhale and start to walk beside your father. Feet moving on their own, you thought about running.

But the guards at each possible exist popped your thought of escape and pulled you into reality, if you were suicidal you'd most certainly throw yourself out the nearest window and allow yourself to plummet onto the pavement below, in order to runaway from this arrangement.

You look up from the bouquet of flowers in your hand, and notice the former Queen Mitsuki, bright eyed and smiling. Her Crown on a small velvet pillow, nodding in approval. The former King Masaru also seated beside her, holding onto her hand in pride and happiness. And suddenly yours eyes meet the man of all the rumors.

With long spiky hair, decorated with tooth necklaces, feathers, scarlet red tooth earrings, and tribal arm sleeves, a tribal tattoo imprinted onto his arm. With piercing ruby red eyes, not a smile in sight. The upper half of his body fully exposed, your eyes slightly widen. Noticing almost everyone on the Dragon Kingdom side wore very revealing clothing.

You surpass a small gasp, woman wore light fabric with exposed stomachs and legs. Meanwhile men were too show off tribal tattoos. You realize the reason why the kingdom was so prosperous. All dazzling in jewels, you didn't even notice your handmaids were dressed in similar wear, but with more decoration. The closer you got the more of him you saw, his lips pressed into a fine line. 

The both of you truly did not want to be there.

As soon as you reached to the end of the isle, your father gave you away to the man that you'd now forever be wed too. And rule beside, you pass the bouquet over down to the small flower girl beside you. Giving her a soft smile and placing the tiniest flower behind her ear, earning a tiny giggle from her and large toothy grin.

You turn around and reach down to his hands, traditionally the two of you were obligated to hold hands as the ceremony commenced. They were so rough against your tiny soft ones, his eyes a crimson red finally reaching your soft E/C ones. You start to chew at the inside of your cheeks, drowning out the words of the preacher finding the floor as the most intriguing thing other than his burning eyes. 

"Our father who art in heaven.."

He begins the prayer, holding out his hands, chanting prayers through the cathedral. You shut your eyes and bow your head down in prayer, following after the man in front of you. The wedding continued, and your eyes still refused to reach his. Though, you could feel his heavy gaze on you from to time. "Now we are granted the pleasure, of witnessing the matrimony of two young souls. Soon to rule this Kingdom, King Bakugou, do you take this woman, Y/N L/M as you lawfully wedded wife. Crowning her Queen of your kingdom?"

You almost forgot that you had no say in this.

"Yes."

The answer was simple, emotionless and short. You give a small nod and allow for the ceremony to continue, hand in hand with a man you had only met once. Dreading each second, the preacher raises his voice holding his hands up, declaring "the love" these two share in sake of their kingdom.

"I now pronounce you, King and Queen, husband and wife. You may now, kiss your bride."

You prepare yourself for a short kiss, something simple. But are hit with a searing kiss, long and burning passionately against your virgin lips. The side of the Dragon Kingdom roaring in excitement, it's former King and Queen nodding in approval. Meanwhile the Airkin side had only resorted to small cheers of happiness. His hand cups your jaw, a small growl erupts from his throat until he pulls away. You are taken aback but quickly replace the face of sudden surprise to a smile you practiced in the mirror hundreds of times. Waving off to the kingdom, and fixing the crown a handmaiden placed on your head.

You fight the tears that pooled on the outer corners of your eyes.

"Aw look! The Queen is crying of happiness!"

What a statement so far from the truth. Don't you know, I've practiced this smile since I was six?

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"M'lady? You've had such a long day, we have a handmaidens awaiting for you with a hot bath. She will be in charge of clothing you for tonight.."

Your hands run through your hair smoothly, brushing out the flowers and placing them in a small basket. You nod, thanking her as she left.

Tonight..

Tonight you were expected to give yourself to the King in tradition of matrimony. With your assigned duty to birth a son or daughter for the next of kin. This thought had clearly blown over your mind as you suddenly realized tonight was the night. For years you thought you'd give yourself to the love of your life someone who'd cherish you forever. Sighing you are pointed towards the direction where countless of handmaidens are awaiting to prepare you for the night.

Silk robes and a black night gown that you thought was far to revealing for your liking sat neatly on a chair. A bath of milk and honey with rose pedals awaiting for you, and an assortment of creams and lotions and expensive soaps sat beside the counter. They strip you away of your clothes and lead you towards the tub.

"Your Majesty, we are so happy to have you as our Queen. We assure you you'll love it here, and the King. What a lucky woman to be able to represent our Kingdom. Tonight's going to be a night to remember." They rave on, startling you with how loud they were. You gasp as they place a cool cotton ball in your hand, wiping away any dirt with the rose water infused ball, scrubbing away at you hand. Then neatly wrapping your hand in a fist.

You nearly tell them to stop when they begin to pull and tug at your hair.

But it was their jobs and you wouldn't dare scold them for trying to help you, for years you promised you wouldn't be a mean Queen, you'd always be loving and kind. Even if it meant you had to endure few minor inconveniences.

Dreading each minute that went by, the time just edging closer and closer to the moment you'd be in a room with him. You bite at your lip, tugging the bottom piece not noticing thirty minutes had went by and it was time for you to leave the bath water. They tug you by your wrists and cover you with a towel, leading you into a changing room by yourself, leaving you to change into your undergarments before you wave them over.

Allowing them to finish their preparations.

You are seated back in your room, grateful you were provided your own room till you were finally settled to sleep with your “husband”. Facing the vanity mirror your body covered in a silk robe when a women knocks on the door.

"Hello, I'm Toga. I'll be your head handmaid, I'm tasked with preparing you for tonight's events." She grins, walking towards you and combing out your hair.

It's quiet for a while, an eerie feel swells in your chest. Her smile yells to not trust a single word that escapes her mouth, she's grinning like a slithering snake. Eyes slanted and dark, her voice chirps up to fill the silence.

"I heard you're pure.."

A gasp escape past your lips, her smile only getting larger by your expression.

"You know what's to be expected by tonight, I wouldn't be surprise if you wouldn't be able to walk the next day. You know what they say about the Dragons, barbaric.." she grabs your jaw and forcefully tugs you near her, whispering into your ear, "rough too. But I'm sure you'll be fine."

"H-He's not a-"

"Oh sweetie, of course he's not. Which makes it better for him... he'll know what it's like to fuck a virgin."

You slap the hairbrush out of her hand, kicking your vanity chair from beneath you.

"How dare you speak to me in such a malicious tone! Get out, immediately. Or else I'll be forced to hire another head handmaid. I'll prepare myself!" You sneer, pointing your finger towards the door.

She bows, and tsks kissing her teeth, “Whatever you say, your majesty.” She grins, her fingers trailing on the bed spread as she exits your room. Leaving you fuming at your vanity. You throw on the stupid night gown, huffing and running your fingers through your hair. You barley notice the figure standing at the end of your room, leaning against her door frame. You gasp, startled at the reflection of his ruby red eyes.

You turn around, hand on your chest. Walking backwards till your back meets your desk, his eyes aimlessly wandering over your body, tracing every dip and curve. He knocks on the door frame, “C-Come in...” your voice wavers.

His boots clank against the mahogany wooden floorboards, as he approaches you. Arms crossed over his chest till he’s finally only inches away from you, your heart is racing and a part of you wants to tell him to go away. To never come in here again, allowing Togas words to bounce around in your head. He takes a strand of your hair in his hand, admiring as it aimlessly fell through his fingers, draping over your shoulders. A finger tracing over your exposed shoulder.

“I thought you had Toga helping you out get ready.” His voice is firm, yet calm.

“I-I decided I wanted to change myself, tonight.” Your voice comes out in a stutter, you didn’t mean for it to sound so small and unsure. He nods, noticing your stature. He arches a brow, before stepping back.

“No harm, will come to you in this Kingdom. I won’t force you to do something you are clearly not ready for, nor will I make you perform an act we clearly don’t want to do. So sleep tight, and stay out of my way.”

Your breath hitches as he leaves your room, closing the door shut behind him. Your heart rate increasing by the second, you finally release the breath you yourself didn’t notice you were holding.

[mythiccheroacademia]

My Vow to You

A/N: Dragon King!Bakugo has my heart and so I wrote a little something based off a dream I had awhile ago. I like writing Bakugo with a spouse that’s just as much of a hardass as he is :’) I’m not sure if I’ll make a part two. This could stand alone butttt we’ll see. 

Important things to note: ~*Aurea: It means golden in Latin. This is your family name that is used in public. Even though you’re married to Bakugo, I made it tradition that you keep your last name for distincition purposes, but you’re a Bakugo when I addressed elswhere. That’s based off something from my own culture. Also, it’d be kind of weird if Bakugo said his own name lmao. You’ll get it as you read.  ~*You and Bakugo have dragon-like traits? Idk man. I just thought the red eyes and fangs added flare.

Word Count: 1.6k Pairing: Bakugo x Fem!Reader Warnings: blood, injury, death, there’s a severed head in there but the description isn’t gory, cursing

All Characters are 18+

My Vow to You:

You remembered the day you were wedded to your husband. It was one of the most treasured days between both the Crimson and Golden Tribes. A day so powerful and glorious in meaning that it was named the Holy Matrimony of the era.

That day, two of the most powerful tribes in the nation joined in hand to rule. Their people prospered, their land grew rich, their army went by the hundreds, and best of all, this would happen out of true love.

There was no contract—no arrangement. The only reason the two tribes had encountered was to trade. When you and Katsuki had first met during the primary meeting, the next day, he brought you his most precious stone to begin courting. From then on, it was like destiny took ahold of the reigns. At the wedding, you wore it proudly upon the crest of your head.

The dress, the decorations, and the gifts were all beautiful, but nothing could compare to the sight of your groom. When the warriors parted, revealing his path to the alter, you almost forgot how to walk.

Matching ceremonial tattoos were painted across his bare arms and chest. He stood tall under the weight of precious stones of ruby and gold and led the length of his white fur coat across the floor. And despite his heavenly appearance, his crimson eyes, full of love, regard, and dignity were what led your feet to stand before him.

Katsuki was as gorgeous as he was powerful. There was a moment of reverie between the two of you before you both kneeled, bowing your heads when the past Kings and Queens walked to the alter.

You remembered when you shared your vows, words of strength to affirm the sacred bond the two of you would never break. When you both spoke, each word was a threaded swear into the other’s heart. From that moment, you were not two, but one. You were no longer just a couple, but a union. Once the religious leaders had said their prayer, you two shared a kiss, anointing the other with the love you were ready to boundlessly give.  

That promise was seared into your heart. You would act on it every second you were married.

So, even as your guards worriedly rushed you into the infirmary, blood dripping from the open wounds on your body, you wickedly grinned in triumph. No one would be able to take this away from you.

Not that foreign king. Not his weak ass army. Not your worried parents.

And certainly not your raging husband.

“What the hell were you thinking? Damn it, Aurea*! You could’ve been killed!” he roared.

Honestly, he looked worse for wear. If it wasn’t the dark circles underneath his eyes, it was the obvious stiffness in his neck. Apparently, he had been at your bedside every minute during your three-day coma. He was worried to say the least. Bless his heart.

You tried to lighten the mood with a smile. “Aww, you do care. How kind of you, my beau~”

Evidently, the joke wasn’t appreciated. Katsuki’s face soured into an expression only a mother could love. His eye twitched and the guards winced.

“You want me to put you back in your shitty coma?”

“Bakugo, I’m fine,” you sighed, relenting to the seriousness of the situation. “I know you’re worried, but I made it out. I’m here, aren’t I?”

“That’s beside the point!” he snapped. Perhaps you wouldn’t have felt so attacked if it weren’t for the harsh glare he gave you. “I told you the Black Fleet was dangerous and yet you still acted foolishly! If Kirishima hadn’t found you—“

“I endangered no one—“

“No one but yourself, and that’s what you fail to understand!”

Despite your conscious telling you to calm down, his scolding got the better of you. And your temper rose like an ugly beast. “And if it were for the safety of you and any one of our people, I’d do it again; because when they threatened to put your head on a platter, it was personal! I won’t be scolded like a child for doing my duties as Queen!”

In better circumstances, Bakugo would’ve treaded lightly. He would’ve empathized with your sentiment. However, he had done nothing but stare at your bloody bandages and bruises for the past three days and his patience with just about everything ran thin.

“And I’m doing mine as King! If I tell you to stay away, what I fucking say goes!”

“I don’t know what kind of women you dealt with before me, but if you think that you can just order me around like some bitch, you’ve chosen the wrong woman to marry,” you seethed.

Bakugo’s furious scream thundered the hall and the guards jumped as his fist hit the wall. “ARGH! FUCK Y/N! WHY CAN’T YOU JUST LISTEN TO ME!?”

The use of your personal name in the presence of guards made you reel. Now he was just being disrespectful.

“YOU ARE NOT MY MASTER!” you shouted.

His eyes glowed with rage as he grew in size, a feat that would’ve sent anyone running. “NO, BUT I AM YOUR HUSBAND!” he boomed.

Your eyes turned to blood and fangs shot out from your lips as you roared, “AND I AM YOUR WIFE!”

Katsuki tried to subdue you with an intimidating growl, abnormally large canines bared towards you. However, you only matched it with your own. There was an intense moment between you two as your energies nearly bubbled over. However, one of the nurses at your bedside reminded you of your injuries.

“Please, my queen. If you’re not careful, you could reopen your wounds,” they softly spoke.

The gentle hand on your abdomen reminded you of the ache. You winced and sighed away the sizzling anger as you were led back into the comfort of the cot. The weight of your husband’s glare fell upon you for a moment more before he frustratingly blew out of his nose and turned on his heel, out the door.

Once the door slammed shut, you rolled your eyes. If he wanted to throw a tantrum, then so be it.

“Ungrateful brat,” you muttered. Just then, a sharp pain shot up your leg from one of the nurses changing your bandages. “Ow!”

They shrunk back and gave you a shy smile. “My apologies, your highness,” they giggled.

Despite your sour attitude, you just huffed a laugh from your nostrils. “Careful there,” you sighed. They ducked their head again in slight embarrassment and went back to tending to your wound with a softer hand.

The silence gently settled in the air as the atmosphere returned to its once lax state. When the nurses had finished patching you up and left you and the guards stationed in your room, you found yourself finally able to process the harsh exchange of words between you and your husband.

You couldn’t believe he would just order you around like that! Talking to you as if he didn’t know the type of woman he had been married to for the last five years. And to use your first name in the presence of non-family members? Mitsuki would have his head if she knew!

Regardless of that, you thought back to when you two truly lost your cool and frowned. You hated acting out of character, especially in front of a crowd, but you couldn’t help it. His words were an insult to your pride and abilities.

He was being ridiculous. You were the Dragon King and Queen, damn it. The fiercest rulers the earth would know, governing over two tribes with armies that sent shivers down their enemy’s spines at the mention of your name. And just as their people stood strong, their leaders were stronger, and that meant protecting their honors to no bounds.  

When the enemy sent your kingdom a severed head of a deceased warrior as a threat to have Bakugo’s next, there was nothing left to be said. You saw your chance to humble your foe and took it. And you succeeded. That should’ve garnered celebration, not a dispute.

You carefully turned on your side and noted your crown with the lone jewel he gifted you before you courted. Memories of your spoken vows ran across your mind and reinforced the stubbornness in your heart. You remembered the way his eyes, brighter than any precious stone, glowed with pride and love as he swore his life over to protect you by any means necessary.

You could still feel the warm squeeze he gave your hands when you repeated those same words back to him.

So if it was an apology he wanted, then tough luck. You wouldn’t apologize for defending his honor.

Not when you knew he’d do the same for you.

[bepp-ers]

A tale of red and blue | S. Todoroki X Reader X K. Bakugo [Pt 1]

Fantasy AU! Part One:

You gulped. Today, you were meeting a rather important prince. Being a princess yourself, you had met all sorts of fancy nobility, but this one was particularly important. You sat in the carriage seat feeling nervous.

The Kingdom of Dragons, which had been known to keep to themselves mostly, had opened an invite to you and your mother to visit. There would also be the neighbouring Todoroki Kingdom there, plus a few other nobles, but that wasn’t your concern right about now.

“Now, [Name], what are we going to do again?” “Be as ladylike as possible, and make good impressions.” You groaned, pulling at the corset around your waist. Those things were tight! “[Name], stop! You need to look presentable.” 

Your mother readjusted your corset, and you suppressed a cough. ‘Please, just let me stay in bed.’

Eventually, the carriage rolled to a stop and your mother and then you were helped out by servants. What stood before you was in incredibly large and ornate castle, looking unlike anything you’d ever seen.

“Well, hurry up Y/n!” Your mother called, and you scurried after her. She was very business-oriented, and loving but strict sometime. A fleet of knights escorted you two inside the palace, where you arrived in the large throne room.

A queen and a prince sat on imposing blood red thrones, and at once the queen stood to greet your mother. “[Mother’s name], good to see you again.” She descended the crimson steps and embraced my mother, who seemed very happy to see her too.

She pulled away and peered at you with sanguine orbs.

“And [Name], it’s wonderful to meet you dear. Katsuki!” She patted you on the head and then turned to her son.

“You can show [Name] to her quarters, I must catch up with [Mother’s name].” The ash-blond looked over to you, and glared. Much to his surprise, you simply grinned at him. 

“Don’t think for a minute that we’re friends, Princess.” He spat as you followed him down a corridor lit by torches in their sconces.  “Oh. Alright then, I’m [Name], anyways.” You totally ignored him, much to his confusion.

“I didn’t remember asking, Mizetto.” You tilted your head. “I’m sorry, midget? That’s the best you got?” Whilst it was true that he stood around a head and a half taller than you, was that really necessary?

“Tch. Alright Mizetto, here’s your room.” You sighed. “My name is [Name], but thank you... uh...”

“Bakugo. Remember it.” He stated, and then stalked off with a swish of his red cloak. ‘It looked soft, maybe I should get one.’

After your bags were delivered to your room, you were escorted by a servant to a large banquet hall. Nobles were trickling in from the other door as well, so you walked up to your assigned seat.

Besides you was a rather attractive prince in a blue and white tunic, looking very refined as he idly stared at the carvings in the table.

“Hi there.” Since you had nothing better to do, you decided to try talking to him. Hopefully it would go better than Bakugo. 

“Hello.” He stated in a monotone voice. Great, just what you needed,

“Uh, I’m [L. name] [Name]. May I have your name?” He looked up at you, and when he turned his head to the right to face you, he revealed a dark scar covering his eye.

You knew better than to ask, but you were fascinated to see that his eyes matched his red and white hair- heterochromatic, with a striking teal and a cold grey.

“Todoroki Shouto.” Wow, he really did sound like a robot. “Pleased to make your acquaintance. Call me [Name] though.” You offered him a warm smile, but it didn’t really make his features change.

He nodded idly, and turned back to staring at the table. “Aw man, am I that boring...?” You whispered, not realising you said it aloud.

“No, I’m just not talkative.” His cold voice made you blink in surprise, and then you giggled. “Wow, I said that out loud? Oops.”

“You must have met the Queen and her son, right?” You asked, and he glanced at you, and nodded. “Queen Mitsuki seems friendly, but when I tried talking to Prince Bakugo he called me midget and was pretty rude in general.”

Getting no response, you sighed. “I just wanted to make a friend here so it wasn’t so boring. Oh, food!” You perked up as servants came in, placing plates of the starter, steaming Miso Soup in front of everyone.

You wasted no time saying your prayer and then digging in, though you did notice that the Prince beside you didn’t pray before eating.

You found it amusing, and decided to try and befriend Todoroki. Difficult, sure, but you’d probably manage it. After all, you were you. Easy, right?

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The following day, most of the Queens and Kings were having a private tour by Queen Mitsuki, leaving their children behind to explore the castle. 

“Oh, Bakugo, wait up!” Spotting some familiar ash-blond locks, you hurried over much to the distaste of Bakugo.

“The hell do you want, Pocchari?” Ah, so today’s insult was chubby. Harsh. “I will politely ignore that, how are you this morning?” He furrowed his brows, wondering why this cute girl was pestering him again.

“I was good until you showed up. Go find that half n’ half bastard prince!” “You mean Todoroki? I dunno where he is, so I don’t think so. Sorry.” You shrugged.

“Ugh, just shut up if you’re not gonna leave. Your voice is really annoying, Pocchari.” “Thank you, your words humble me.”

You rolled your eyes, but he made no further attempts to talk to you. Must’ve resorted to ignoring you as you walked through the castle.

“So do you guys have real dragons here, or?” He scoffed. “Idiot, this is the dragon kingdom.” You noticed a certain tone of pride in his voice, and something clicked.

‘So if I just stroke his ego a bit, he might like having me around?’ You decided to give it a shot, and placed your hands behind your back with a sigh.

“Wow, that’s so cool! I wish we had dragons, back in [Country]. Where are they?” He turned his head towards her, a grin on his face.

“A Princess like you wouldn’t go near a dragon, so why bother? You’d only get scared.” “Well, you’re a brave prince right? So I won’t be scared.” You ignored the fact that the only things you feared were spiders and your mother, and smiled.

He mulled the though over for a bit, and shrugged. “Fine, but if you get eaten it’s your problem. Come on.” You clapped you hands in excitement and rushed alongside him, excited.

“Okay, we’re here.” He had lead you out into the courtyard, through a gate and into a hidden-garden type area. You barely had time to cover your ears as he began yelling.

“KIRISHIMA! GET OVER HERE!!”

You stepped a little closer to Bakugo and he grinned tauntingly at you. “Scared, Pocchari?”

“Not at all, Bakugo.” You flashed him a sweet smile, but moved closer still at he rustling in the trees.

“Bakugo!” You jumped at least a foot back as a... boy jumped down from the tree?

“I though you said you’d show me a dragon...?” He rolled his eyes, and who you could only assume to be Kirishima approached the two of you.

“Hey, who’s this? Did you get a girlfriend finally?” Bakugo went slightly red and gave the red-head a shove. “Shut up, shitty hair.”

“Yikes! Anyway, I’m Kirishima Eijiro, Bakugo’s closest friend. Pleased to meet you!” He bowed, and you giggled.

“I’m [L. Name] [Name]. Call me [Name], can I call you Kiri?” “Sure. So Bakugo, what did ‘ya want with me today?”

He scoffed. “I didn’t, but Pocchari here wants to see a real dragon.” “Bakugo, she’s a Princess! You can call a Princess, or any girl Pocchari!”

“Deal with it, Shitty hair! My castle, my rules. Now do your thing already!” “Fine, fine. Stand back.” He warnt, and the two stepped backwards a few metres. You didn’t miss the arm he extended in front of you, though.

After a warm flash of light, Kirishima had dissapeared and a huge red dragon in his place. “Woah...!” You whispered in awe. “Heh. Impressed?” “Totally! Wow, I don’t know what to say.”

Kirishima lowered his scaly head to meet your gaze, and you stepped forward to pat him. His tail wagged, almost dog like. As a dragon, he was around the size of 4 racehorses, and covered in ruby scales.

That colour, red, it seemed to be everywhere in this kingdom. Not that you particularly minded, your kingdom’s main colour was purple so it was natural it would be everywhere.

“So, now you’ve seen a dragon. Bet you’ve never rode one, though?” You ignored his cocky tone and smirk, and widened your eyes. “Really?”

He leapt onto the dragon with strange grace, and offered you his hand. “The question is Princess, are you brave enough?” “Absolutely.” You took his hand, and he swiftly pulled you in front of him.

“Hold on tight....”

[To be continued..:☆]

[lilachaeyo]

Staying in the Shadows (A Naruto Fanfic) Chapter 4 - Dropping Out.

Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 (Part I) Chapter 3 (Part II)

"Two Ichiraku Special, please," Jinko ordered as both her and Mitsuki sat at a table.

"Ichiraku ramen is the best ramen in the world!" Jinko looked at Mitsuki. The room smelled of spices and filled with customers chatting amongst themselves. The place had been redecorated. It was much larger than Jinko remembered. Jinko couldn't recognise it.

"Here you go!" A waiter placed their food. Both of them said their prayers and dug in. Mitsuki was gulping the noodles. His eyes were wide, amazed at the taste. Jinko chuckled at him. Mitsuki finished his bowl when Jinko's bowl was half. "Do you want some more?" she asked. Mitsuki shook his head. Mitsuki wanted to ask her about her past but was not sure how to bring up the subject. Jinko knew something was on Mitsuki's mind but she let it slide. He will tell her when he wants to.

"Uh, Jinko," Mitsuki interrupted in between her bite.

"Hm?" she asked.

"How come you never told me that you're from Konoha?"

She swallowed her morsel before replying, "Never came up. Didn't think it was important." It wasn't just that. She didn't want to bring up the subject as she didn't want to remember those days. Only few people knew of it, most of them were dead. Orochimaru knew some of it, but not everything.

"Well I'm bringing it up. Could please tell me?"

Jinko sighed. "I'm from Tao clan, which is a small but a proud clan of the Konoha. I grew up here, went to the academy and became a genin."

"What happened after that?" Mitsuki asked. He was curious about her past life. She was from Konoha meaning she might know some of the people here. What if she knew Naruto Uzumaki? The thought wasn't very far from his mind.

"Something came up and I had to dropout from the programme," she answered looking down. Mitsuki couldn't believe his ears. Dropping out of the programme? How can she quit? What was so important to give up being a shinobi?

"Why!" he exclaimed.

"It's a story for some other time. Nothing special. I don't want you to dwell on these trivial details," Jinko shook him off. "Now if you are done, we should leave and find ourselves a hotel to rest. I don't know about you but I'm pretty beat."

Jinko paid the bill before standing up and leaving the hotel with Mitsuki on toll.

After an hour of searching, Jinko and Mitsuki finally settled in a two room suite, which wasn't too hard on their budget. After making sure that Mitsuki was asleep, Jinko slid into her own bed. The streets seemed silent. It must be around midnight, she thought. Although she was tired Jinko couldn't make herself to go to sleep. Her mind kept going back to her past.

It had been months since formation of the Team 7. The missions assigned to them where only D-ranked. Naruto was becoming a nag, always complaining how bored he was with these mission and how he was ready for some serious ones. Tch, baka.

Ever since the bell test Jinko knew she was the weakest amongst them and she had to train extra hard for her to be of any use. She got up every morning and practiced her punches and shuriken throwing skills. She meditated before going to bed to increase her chakra control. She even asked Isao, her older brother to spar with her but he was too busy. Teme, if he ever comes to me asking for help, she thought grudgingly. These D-rank missions were easy as it didn't require any Ninjutsu or any other skills for that matter but she knew the day wasn't far away that she might have to go on a C-rank or B-rank missions.

Team 7 was in the Hokage's office for their new mission. "I don't want any of these baby missions. I want some real mission," Naruto yelled.

"How dare you! You're only freshly graduated genin and you are going to do missions D-ranked only, just like everybody else!" Iruka sensei yelled back.

"Naruto, listen to me," the Third said calmly. "Different people come to our village for missions and then we analyse them and categorize them into A, B..."  Lord Hokage was explaining how the village works but Naruto, Kakashi, Sasuke, Jinko and Sakura all zoned out and started listening to Naruto who was talking about ramen. "So I had this Tatsu ramen yesterday and I think I need Miso ramen today—"

"Silence!" Hokage silenced him. They directed their attention to him now.

"Ah! You always lecture me as if you're my grandfather or something! But I'm not the brat who pulled pranks all the time. I'm a ninja now and I want some ninja mission!" Naruto puffed his cheeks out and turned his back to lord Hokage.

Both Iruka and the Third laughed at his antics. "Alright. Since Naruto wants us to know that he is a former brat and want some ninja mission. So be it. I will assign you all one since you are so determined." This piqued Naruto's interest and he turned to the Hokage again.

"I'm giving you a C- rank mission. You are going to be the body guards of our client."

"Really? Who? Is it some feudal lord? Or a princess?" Naruto began rambling. Everyone was excited for the higher level mission but Jinko was sweating bullets. She knew this day was coming but never thought this early. Damn you, Naruto! she thought. She wasn't ready yet. D- rank missions were easy and nobody really understood each other's capabilities. But C- rank mission will be different. They would need to use their skills and talent. What if they laugh at Jinko for being so weak?

The door of the office was opened and in stepped a drunk old man. "What? A bunch of snot nosed kids," he slurred. "And you, the little one with an idiotic look on your face."

"Who's with the idiotic look on the face?" Naruto laughed. Everyone stepped closer to Naruto and he understood that it was him. "I'll demolish you!" He started flailing his punches around in the air.

Kakashi hold him back, "You can't demolish the client Naruto!"

"Now if you leave the room, I have some important matter to discuss with Jinko," the Third voiced over all the ruckus. Jinko looked at the Hokage, "Huh, me?"

"Yes." Everyone left the room and Jinko was now facing Iruka sensei and the Hokage. He put his elbows on the table and intertwined his fingers. He looked gravely at Jinko, almost like he knew whatever he wanted say wouldn't settle with her. He pitied her. Jinko was scared. Her mind overworking her imagination. Was someone dead? Is it Isao? No that can't be I saw him leave today. Who then? I'm I in trouble? Is it because of my performance? Jinko kept searching the ground as if it had answers.

"Jinko, your parents and I had a meeting this morning about your future. They had a peculiar request," he said, finally breaking the silence.

"A request?" Jinko's eyebrows creased.

"They came here for your unenrolment from the programme."

Unenrolment? "What do you mean?" Jinko asked incredulously.

The Hokage sighed. "They don't want you to continue being a shinobi. They want you to drop out," he said grievously.

"But why?" Jinko exclaimed. Outside the door, her team and Tazuna was interrupted in their argument by her loud, distressed voice.

"That you are going to have to discuss it with your family, my dear," the old man replied. His voice laced with sorrow for the girl. Jinko's eyes filled with tears, looking pleadingly at him to help her out. Her face flushed and a knot was forming in her stomach. Why would they do this? She thought many reasons as to what made her parents to take this step. Never in her wildest imagination she would have guessed the actual reason which would be released to her later that day.

"That's all, my child. There's nothing I can do here. If your parents change their mind then you can rejoin your team but till then I must strictly ask you to not participate in any kind of missions with your comrades."

Jinko couldn't hold it any longer. As soon as the Hokage was finished, she slammed opened the door and darted past her fellow comrades. She had her arm around her eyes to hide her tears but she couldn't help the sob that left her lips. Everyone outside were surprised by the sudden loud sound of the door slamming against the wall. Their faces were of confusion and concern for their teammate who passed by them sobbing. Even Sasuke was taken aback. "Hey Jinko! What's the matter? Where you going?" Naruto tried to stop her but his voice didn't reach her ears. He was about to run after her but Kakashi stopped him. "We have a mission to worry about," he told him, knowing full well of the conversation that was held inside. The Hokage broke the news to him just after Jinko's parents left. Naruto couldn't argue with him. Kakashi was right. I would ask her on our way to the Land of Waves, he thought.

"Mother!" Jinko yelled as she barged inside her house. "Mother! Father!"

"What is it Jinko? Should a lady be yelling this loud?" her mother chastised her as she came out into the living room.

"Mother what is this nonsense about you asking me to drop out?" Jinko asked wiping away her tears and fixing her attire.

"Yes. Your father and I need to talk with you," her mother replied calmly. "But before that, go and clean yourself. I will not have you in my house looking this filthy!"

Jinko went to her room and changed into her yukata. After tidying herself, she went downstairs in the living room. Jinko sat in front of her parent in a seiza, with her head bowed down. Her father, the head of the Tao clan, cleared his throat. "Jinko, my dear, you know how the Tao clan works, correct? We may be small but we are a proud clan. We are not powerful like the Uchihas, or have renowned kekkei genkai like the Hyugas, but we have connections. Connections which make us stronger, perhaps even more than the Uchihas. We maintain these connections by having good relations.

"And these good relations are because of mutual respect and a little give and take. Some times they make requests and we have to abide them, if we don't there will be consequences. Consequences which harm our clan's reputation. The same goes for them, dear—"

"But what does that have to do with me dropping out?" Jinko cut him off. "Quiet! Shouldn't you know better than to interrupt your father!" Jinko's mother shushed her. Jinko looked down at her hands clutching her yukata.

"As I was saying, a request has been made by the Eguchi clan from the Land of Silk. A request which involves you. The son of the feudal lord, heir of the Eguchi clan and you are arranged to be married." Jinko's father finished. There was silence in the room. Jinko sat transfixed, clutching her yukata. Her eyes flickered with shock. Married? He is not serious. He can't be!

"But why?" Jinko wailed. "Why me? I don't want to marry!"

"The Eguchi clan and Tao clan are bounded together by our common perspectives and our respect to our ancient principles and our traditions. They wanted a daughter in-law from a family with such beliefs. No better than the daughter of the Tao clan, don't you think?" her father explained. His face showed no emotion. He was unfazed by his daughters tears, which were now running down her cheeks.

"Now," her mother started this time. She looked almost bursting with joy to tell her further news. "They wanted a lady, one who could bear them their heirs and not a shinobi. That is why you will be dropping out of the programme and stay at home. I will teach you all the things that an ideal and perfect housewife needs to know. You'll be a real lady in no time." She smiled at her proud. Her mother got up and walked around the table. She bent down and hugged Jinko with her thin arms. She then proceeded to kiss Jinko's wet cheeks, all the while Jinko was motionless. Her mother then got up from her position and left with her father, both talking about being fortunate to receive such a proposal. Neither of them paying heed to Jinko.

A tear slipped from Jinko's eye as she remembered the day which turned her world upside down. She quickly wiped it away and shut her eyes to get some sleep, but orange light shimmered through her windows and fell upon her bed. The birds started chirping and the swishing of the brooms sweeping the road was heard. Well, might as well arrange breakfast before Mitsuki wakes up, she thought. Jinko stretched as she stepped out of her bed and started her day.

[cosmic-affinities]

Under the Guise of Seclusion

Summary: The Symbol of Peace as a title died years ago, Yagi Toshinori has already caught up. No one was ready, no one ever will be. All anyone can do is take the first step to move forward.

Our story started on Dagoba Beach, it's only fitting that's where this one ends.

AO3 Link

Fair warning it's a bit cheesy but it deals with a heavy subject. I finally had to bite the bullet and write the BNHA obligatory All Might dies fic, this is what happened. I hope you enjoy it!

A secluded beach is what everyone else saw.

To Izuku, it was the first place he felt strong. The one place he could always go back to if he needed to ground himself.

Now, all it would ever be was a gut-wrenching reminder of what was lost.

But he wasn’t alone, never really was if he is honest with himself. It wasn’t just after ground beta, he guessed that you never realize something has always been there until you have someone point it out to you.

That thought brought a new wave of sadness over him, the one who reminded him would never see how much he truly needed the reminder.

The three hardest days of his life had come and gone in a succession much too quick for Izuku’s liking.

The first was a month ago, All Might was hospitalized, a week since they put him on a slowly ticking down clock, and three days since- well, it was a thought Izuku couldn’t even bring himself to think.

If he let himself think it, he would start to remember that, no matter how indirectly, he was the one that started the ticking down clock.

Now here he stood, at a funeral, he never could have imagined going to, let alone choosing where it was.

Izuku was surrounded by everyone that touched All Might, he knew All Might wouldn’t want anyone to be left out. Everyone from the entirety of the current Class 3-A to pro heroes, to Izuku’s own mother.

But most importantly to Izuku, Katsuki Bakugou stood, hand never leaving Izuku’s no matter the amount of nitroglycerin between them. If anyone thought the pair was inseparable before they now looked like fools, they underestimated how well the two supported each other and just how willing they were to drop everything for the other.

In three days, the longest they had been apart was to shower, even then they took them at the same time so they didn’t have to wait twice.

When asked down the line why they couldn’t let go of each other they always said the same thing, they didn’t even realize until someone pointed it out. They both had a theory as to why but it was one answer they had learned to live without.

Maybe it was because they were apart when it happened, maybe it was the only thing holding them together, or maybe it was just a small comfort that they needed.

Three days ago Izuku sat with his mother in his childhood home, making small talk, nothing more substantial than pleasantries, leaving the hospital that day had been particularly rough. Katsuki figured they would need their time alone and decided to pay his folks a quick visit to kill time.

Within the hour they were reunited, each with the news that their earlier moments were their last with the now fallen hero. Their mothers clung to each other with no hesitation, both had tears and cries for miles, they had to get away.

With nothing more than a simple look and a nod, they made their silent way, hand in hand, to the children’s park they used to play at together. Neither of them shed a tear that first day, they didn’t let themselves under the guise of wanting to be there for the other. They would later realize they were always there for each other and holding themselves back for even a moment was all for themselves, a reassurance that they could, they needed some faith in themselves.

They made their way back to Izuku’s house, guiding the pile they once identified as their mothers, inside with them. Their mothers stayed together, finding comfort in the warmth of their best friend that they could find nearly nowhere else. Inko knew she couldn’t be alone and Mitsuki wouldn’t dare leave so they found themselves asleep next to each other, a result of their collective emotional exhaustion.

Izuku and Katsuki would have been in a state not too far from that of their mothers if they had not been on a couch. Again neither of them had to speak to know that Izuku’s room, not updated since middle school, was no place for them to be at the moment. Instead, they curled around each other, both so thankful they could do this, no longer angry because they couldn’t.

They wished to be back there, warm and comforted by the familiar smell and feel. Truly, they wished to be anywhere other than a secluded beach under a beating sun that felt no remorse for their loss.

They had listened to prayers and condolences, even gone as far as to accept them as kindly as they could, now they waited for the first person to make their own personal remarks.

Everyone was hesitant to make the first remark, some of the older pro heroes remembered how during even the most somber of moments All Might would make the first move and start the rigorous journey of lifting spirits. When asked why he never hesitated to be the first to speak he always said that the first step is the hardest to take, he would personally take as many as he needed to if he knew he was helping.

Izuku thought he could try to do the same but, unlike times where his body moved seemingly without permission, it was now frozen. Stuck. Waiting for another to take that first step, waiting for the person who would never take the first step again.

It was finally an uncharacteristically slow Gran Torino who stepped up first, he told the story of how Yagi Toshinori, once a frail young boy, was able to bear the weight of a room full of mourners and allow everyone to start becoming better. He admitted to that being the only reason he stepped forward, thinking of Yagi at his lowest made him realize that if he could do it then there must be some redeeming quality to it.

Next was Aizawa, he told the story of how he managed to corral one of the big three into helping him get over his own fears, eventually leading directly to his now-husband and indirectly to everything else in his life. Only a few were surprised at the sentimentality, everyone else knew these things were not taken lightly and this was the best moment to show everyone else how much All Might knew he meant to them.

All of the pro heroes made their way to the front, each giving away a piece of themself along with All Might. Everyone shuffled their way to the front, whether it was to say a sentence or to tell a story, they made as much peace as they could for the time being.

Eventually, only Class A was left, Katsuki broke the ice and made his way to the front with a squeeze of Izuku’s hand, it almost felt wrong as they split.

“All Might meant a lot to everyone, it's not fair to try and say he meant more to me because he always put all of himself into everything he did, including any connection he made. Whether he was saving you from a crumbling building or, in my case, from yourself, he made sure to make you feel as if you were invincible. I wanted to be angry, I really did, but he was the one who knocked it into my thick skull, that anger was a tiring front to keep up. He has been my hero since I was a snotty little brat, I have the holographic collectible cards to prove it, but in the past few years, he put an entirely different definition on the word hero. A hero isn’t just someone who defeats villains, it’s also someone who stops them from becoming villains in the first place, even someone who does nothing but save others is a great hero, a lesson I could have desperately used a long time ago. That being said, he taught me how to be a traditional hero, which in itself is a heroic act. He will have a permanent place in the hearts of everyone who has ever even so much as heard of him, we can all only hope to have a fraction of the impact he has had.”

Katsuki finished with no further conclusion, opting to head straight back to his place next to Izuku. Once their hands were linked, each held a bit tighter.

The rest of Class A went up, the girls went together in a small group, and everyone else went in pairs or by themselves, Izuku never moved. Finally, as Koda finished saying more words strung together than anyone there had ever heard him say, Izuku looked at Katsuki. It was the understanding in the ruby eyes that finally unstuck Izuku’s feet from the floor. He got the message of ‘it’s ok if you can’t go up there’ and knew he had to.

He walked up slowly, he was one of the only people to know every single person in the room personally, this led to him feeling as if every eye was watching him, he squared his shoulders and cleared his throat.

“I almost didn’t come up here. This entire time I had been trying to will my feet to move forward, take a step, and then another but they wouldn’t budge. That was until it hit me that even though All Might is- ahem, even though he is no longer with us he will never truly be gone. Whether you notice the influence he had on heroes or a simple look from someone, that reminds you of his never-ending compassion.

Every single person here knows how much All Might means to me, I am almost positive everyone has been subjected to at least one of my rambling sessions about him. Knowing that gives a glimpse into what he means to others, before he was my mentor he was another hero on a pedestal, and yet, as unattainable as he seemed, he touched every single person on this planet who believes in what's right and has seen him in action. A long time ago some lunatic said All Might was a true hero and, although I would like to reiterate that he was a lunatic, he was somehow right. All Might was able to give even more than himself if he needed to, he set his limits to smash them and set new ones.

Once his limits were finally set he still didn’t stop there, from there he guided others on their journeys of breaking down their own limits, unknowingly talking All Might’s down with them, he cultivated so much joy from seeing others succeed and so it was enough.

He continued to say that everyone was just enough, there is nothing more you need to add or take away, everything someone is has always been there, they just figured out how to mold it in the best possible way. I'm just glad that he saw what he needed to, in me.

Where we are all standing is not quite as random as many might think. Yes, it is a secluded beach that won’t be disturbed by anyone other than those allowed in here today, but it is also the start of the rest of All Might’s honor. This is where he trained me nearly four years ago, this is where he gave me the best thing I could ask for: a legacy to grow into. Although it wasn’t just for me.”

Izuku took a longer pause than normal, asking Katsuki to join him up front with nothing more than a look. Soon the duo was standing next to each other, linked by their hands.

“Many people have talked about everything All Might has given them, and all of the best things in my life can somehow be attributed back to him. That means that now All Might is permanently within all of us, we all know his phrase of ‘I am here’ and that ‘I’ now has to become all of us.

It won’t be today, it might not be for a while, but I can say with the utmost confidence that everything will be alright.

Why?

Because we are here.”

I wrote this in May of last year and only recently decided to brush it off and post it. It felt unfinished for a while. A friend pointed out to me that it is going to always feel unfinished because that's how the grieving process is. There is no neat bow on the end of a loss. All there will ever be is something that feels unfinished. I wrote it the night before my first birthday after a hard loss so this was lowkey a bit of therapy lmao.

Thank you for making it to the end of this fic! I respond to every comment so if you want to make my entire existence all you have to do is leave something below!

[osakaso5]

IDOLiSH7 End Of Year Story 2019: Friends Meet!

Part 2: A Memorable Day

Part 1

Torao Mido: ...It's gonna fall...

Toma Inumaru: Just hold the apple in your hand already. You can always wash your hands afterwards.

Torao Mido: That's unsanitary.

Minami Natsume: I've brought wet wipes.

Haruka Isumi: You've got everything on you, Minami.

Torao Mido: I guess I'll eat it with my hands after I've wiped them...

Riku Nanase: Ah, that guy's eating a candy apple with his hands!

Iori Izumi: Nanase-san, don't point at people!

Toma Inumaru: ...Hmm?

Toma Inumaru: Riku! It's you!

Riku Nanase: Toma-san! It's Toma-san! Wow! And the rest of ŹOOĻ, too!

Haruka Isumi: S-stop yelling.

Tamaki Yotsuba: Oh. We thought it was local hooligans, but it's just Isumin!

Haruka Isumi: You guys are here, too? Ah, takoyaki.

Tamaki Yotsuba: Looks good, right? Want some?

Haruka Isumi: Yeah.

Tsumugi Takanashi: Happy New Year. We owe you a great deal for the events in Northmare and Black or White.

Toma Inumaru: Ah, Ms. Manager... Uh, right back at you...

Toma Inumaru: ...This year, we'll beat IDOLiSH7 fair and square. We'll be waiting for you guys.

Tsumugi Takanashi: Yes!

Torao Mido: Come to think of it, didn't you fall in love with me?

Riku Nanase: Huh!?

Tamaki Yotsuba: Seriously!?

Iori Izumi: You did!?

Tsumugi Takanashi: Huh? What?

Torao Mido: Ah, my mistake. I thought you might've fallen for me. Oh well, it doesn't make a difference.

Mitsuki Izumi: Yeah, it does!

Toma Inumaru: Sorry about him! This guy's got crazy luck with the ladies, so he probably misunderstood something because of that.

Yamato Nikaido: I can't tell if you're apologizing or bragging.

Minami Natsume: Mido-san. If you get too caught up in your preconceptions, you'll get burned.

Torao Mido: I could say the same to you.

Minami Natsume: Why?

Torao Mido: Because you were comparing me to Haruki Sakura. He's the real "cheater who doesn't understand the inner workings for the heart", right?

Minami Natsume: ........

Nagi Rokuya: Good evening. It has been a while.

Minami Natsume: Ah... Good evening.

Nagi Rokuya: Since you may not know this, I should let you know that you should not pass through a torii.

Minami Natsume: Rokuya-san, I'm Japanese, and mourning traditions vary from region to region, so you probably shouldn't look so proud of yourself.

Nagi Rokuya: .......?

Minami Natsume: "Happy New Year". That's also something we should avoid saying, depending on where we are.

Nagi Rokuya: Haruki would not mind. He loved the New Year, as well as other celebrations.

Minami Natsume: Fufu... That's true... I'm sure he must be celebrating the New Year in Heaven as we speak.

Minami Natsume: I'll miss him, but at least now I have more people to celebrate the New Year with.

Minami Natsume: <Happy New Year.>

Nagi Rokuya: <Happy New Year.>

Torao Mido: Sogo, what's that? A banana?

Sogo Osaka: It's a frankfurter.

Torao Mido: Looked like a banana to me. This is an apple.

Sogo Osaka: So it would appear. What happened to the chopsticks?

Torao Mido: They got in the way, so I tossed them.

Sogo Osaka: We were just in need of chopsticks. I guess supply and demand always varies from place to place.

Torao Mido: It's the New Year, and you're already talking economics...

Riku Nanase: Ah... I got a message from Tenn-nii.

Toma Inumaru: "Tenn-nii"? You mean Tenn Kujo?

Riku Nanase: Yes. We were together until a moment ago.

Toma Inumaru: Seriously?

Riku Nanase: Apparently he bumped into Re:vale by chance.

Toma Inumaru: Seriously!?

Riku Nanase: He's asking if Re:vale can come here with them.

Iori Izumi: I suppose it's alright, but... Won't we stand out?

Toma Inumaru: In that case, we'll get going. You guys had plans together, right?

Mitsuki Izumi: Nah, it's fine. You guys can take off if someone recognizes us.

Haruka Isumi: TRIGGER and Re:vale are coming over here..?

Minami Natsume: What a coincidence... Ah...

Torao Mido: What is it?

Minami Natsume: This is a sacred tree. Maybe it brought us all together.

Mitsuki Izumi: It's huge. I bet it looks pretty in the spring when the cherry blossoms are blooming.

Gaku Yaotome: Hey, guys!

Kaoru Anesagi: You're too loud!

Rinto Okazaki: Your daruma doll stands out as well, Anesagi-san...

Momo: Look, look! This is amazing! Ah..! Is that...

Yuki: It's ŹOOĻ.

Toma Inumaru: Happy New Year. Uh... I look forward to working with you in the coming year.

Yuki: No way. We didn't come prepared because we didn't expect ŹOOĻ to be here, too.

Toma Inumaru: Huh?

Momo: Then why don't we focus on the minors of the group and have Yamato and Mitsuki go without one this time?

Tamaki Yotsuba: Ah! Is it...

Riku Nanase: New Year's money!!!

Yuki: Here. Happy New Year.  

Riku Nanase: Thank you, Re:vale!

Iori Izumi: I told you, you're too loud... Thank you, Momo-san and Yuki-san.

Tamaki Yotsuba: Thanks! I love you, Momorin and Yukirin!

Nagi Rokuya: Thanks! OH! A New Year's gift with a pretty mascot!

Momo: And here's to Minami and Haruka.

Haruka Isumi: ........ Weren't these supposed to go to guys from IDOLiSH7?

Yamato Nikaido: It's fine. You'll just have to buy us food sometime.

Mitsuki Izumi: Take it! Think of it as a gift from us, too!

Haruka Isumi: ...Thank you.

Momo: Work hard again this year. Here, Minami.

Minami Natsume: Thank you. This is all very considerate of you...

Re:vale: You're welcome.

Mitsuki Izumi: Oh yeah. Momo-san what did you want us to look at? Did you bring something cool?

Momo: It's not me, it's Tenn!

Ryunosuke Tsunashi: Show them your fortune, Tenn!

Tenn Kujo: Excellent luck.

Riku Nanase: That's amazing, Tenn-nii..!!!

Nagi Rokuya: OH! Special luck!

Tenn Kujo: Fufu. Did you draw a fortune, Riku?

Riku Nanase: Not yet. We'll do it later!

Ryunosuke Tsunashi: He said he'd make sure to get 'excellent luck', and then he really did.

Gaku Yaotome: That's what's so amazing about this guy. He always keeps his promise. And he even gets the gods to help him do that.

Yamato Nikaido: What about you?

Gaku Yaotome: I got 'small luck'. Not bad, huh?

Tamaki Yotsuba: I wanna draw fortunes, too!

Sogo Osaka: We should go visit the shrine and draw fortunes after we're done eating.

Minami Natsume: Don't you want a fortune, Isumi-san?

Haruka Isumi: I'm good. If I get a bad one, it'll just make me depressed...

Haruka Isumi: And I got New Year's money, that's enough for me.

Woman: Hey, are those people...

Woman: It can't be... But...

Toma Inumaru: ...We'll get going. Seeya guys around.

Riku Nanase: Yes. We'll see you again soon. Let's go out to eat, if we can find the time.

Toma Inumaru: If we've got the time, yeah. You're just as busy as us. Take care of yourself.

Riku Nanase: Yes!

Gaku Yaotome: Seeya. Take care.

Yuki: It's getting cold... Should we get a move on, too?

Tamaki Yotsuba: We haven't gotten fortunes yet. And we gotta go make offerings.

Yamato Nikaido: But Kujo already got an 'excellent luck'.

Tenn Kujo: All that luck is for TRIGGER.

Momo: I guess we'll wait in the car, then. Let us know when you're done.

Mitsuki Izumi: Seriously? Would you like some takoyaki? You can eat it in the car.

Momo: You sure?

Mitsuki Izumi: Of course! I'm gonna look around some more! Nagi's been waiting for this, too!

Nagi Rokuya: I want to eat chocolate bananas and okonomiyaki!

Gaku Yaotome: We should go find something to eat, too. What're you guys in the mood for?

Tenn Kujo: Bell castellas.

Ryunosuke Tsunashi: Fried squid!

Yamato Nikaido: Fried squid sounds good. Can you guys buy me some, too?

Ryunosuke Tsunashi: Of course! Can you buy us chocolate bananas, too?

Man: Is that...

Man: Seriously? Should we take a picture? Where's my camera...

Banri Ogami: I think it's about time we separated... I'll discuss the place we'll go afterwards with Momo-kun.

Nagi Rokuya: OH! A New Year's party! I want to go to the Cocona collaboration café! Yaotome-shi promised me!

Gaku Yaotome: Oh, right! I don't think we can manage tonight, but let's make sure to go sometime this year!

Riku Nanase: Ahaha! Then let's go with all 16 of us! Do you think Toma-san and the others will come if we invite them?

Sogo Osaka: I think they will. A collaboration café will attract less attention, so we might actually go completely unnoticed.

Tenn Kujo: I doubt Cocona-chan will expect a visit from 16 idols, either.

Yamato Nikaido: Got it. We'll have the normal New Year's party tonight. Let's split into groups for now. One to visit the shrine, and the other to buy things.

Tamaki Yotsuba: I wanna ring the bell! And I've got money for the offering!

Riku Nanase: Ah, those coins are brand new!

Tamaki Yotsuba: Yep. I bet it'll get the gods to answer my prayers real good!

Yamato Nikaido: Alright. Mitsu and Nagi, we're going to the stalls.

Sogo Osaka: Tamaki-kun and Riku-kun want to visit the shrine. Will you come too, Iori-kun?

Iori Izumi: I'm sure it'll be hard for you to look after both of them, so I'll join you.

Mitsuki Izumi: Okay, see you guys later!

Gaku Yaotome: Yeah. Later!

- - - -

Tamaki Yotsuba: I wonder if I'll get 'excellent luck'. Tenten's so awesome!

Riku Nanase: TRIGGER's going to join us later too, right?

Iori Izumi: Probably... I don't know if they have other plans.

Riku Nanase: We should've invited Toma-san and the others, too. I feel like I've been hearing it more lately.

Iori Izumi: Hearing what?

Riku Nanase: Things like "see you later".

Tamaki Yotsuba: Yeah, I know what you mean.

Sogo Osaka: We've all been busy. It's nice that we get to spend time together after so long. We've still got a lot to do...

Tamaki Yotsuba: Not on the New Year's. We can take it easy.

Sogo Osaka: Right.

Iori Izumi: I'm sure we'll be busy this year, as well. We'll have to take any chance to rest that we can.

Riku Nanase: Want some cotton candy?

Iori Izumi: Don't try to change the subject when you're the one who brought it up.

Riku Nanase: It tastes good. Come on.

Iori Izumi: Wait. Let me take my gloves off...

Tamaki Yotsuba: I'll feed you. Open your mouth.

Iori Izumi: You touched a tree branch earlier, Yotsuba-san.

Tamaki Yotsuba: So what? It's not gonna kill you.

Iori Izumi: Say something, Osaka-san.

Sogo Osaka: I've gotten pretty used to Tamaki-kun's hygiene habits.

Iori Izumi: What..?

Sogo Osaka: So I've begun to take more of an "it won't kill you" attitude.

Sogo Osaka: I still won't eat anything off the ground, of course, but no matter how I worry and watch out, my stomach problems have never been caused by the things I eat.

Tamaki Yotsuba: Don't bring up my trauma...

Sogo Osaka: You're still worried about that? I told you, it wasn't your fault.

Tamaki Yotsuba: You say that, but...

Sogo Osaka: It's not your fault. I'm healthy now, thanks to you.

Iori Izumi: People really do change.

Riku Nanase: You've changed too, Iori. Here, I'll hold your gloves. Eat up.

Iori Izumi: Ah, thank you... I've changed? How, exactly?

Riku Nanase: Hmm... You used to be like konpeito.

Iori Izumi: Konpeito?

Riku Nanase: Now you're more soft, like cotton candy.

Iori Izumi: .........

Riku Nanase: But you can't be eaten unless we take our gloves off. It's funny. 

- - - -

Toma Inumaru: I didn't think we'd run into those guys at a place like that. This year feels like it's gonna be really amazing.

Haruka Isumi: Last year was, too. Ah... They're selling kids' toys on the street.

Minami Natsume: Do you want something, Isumi-san?

Haruka Isumi: As if I'd want kids' toys. ...I was just thinking about a certain someone who liked playsets.

Toma Inumaru: ........

Minami Natsume: I doubt we'll be able to see him until things calm down... Though we might not see him even after that.

Minami Natsume: It feels like he's completely cut us off. Almost like he's trying to protect our name...

Haruka Isumi: ........ He came to listen to us... During BorW.

Haruka Isumi: I dunno why, but it made me kinda happy... It was like he was supporting us for the first time...

Torao Mido: ...Hmph. Let's send him those toys. I'm sure he'll accept them, even if he won't see us.

Torao Mido: Toma. Wallet.

Toma Inumaru: Hey, your hands are all sticky. If you touch anything  with those, won't it get dirty?

Torao Mido: We ate something difficult, so we might as well have some difficult stains on us, too. Both us and him.

Minami Natsume: ...I agree. Instead of purifying ourselves and facing the coming year with cleansed souls...

Minami Natsume: We're probably better suited for having some leftover stains.

Haruka Isumi: Yeah... I'm sure he'll frown at first, but then he'll accept the dirty playset with a smile.

Haruka Isumi: We've always wanted to have some marks on us, anyway. 

- - - -

Mitsuki Izumi: Oh, over there! They're lined up all prettily!

Yamato Nikaido: Yeah, you're right.

Nagi Rokuya: How beautiful. It is a very Japanese spectacle.

Mitsuki Izumi: Get in front of them, I'll take a picture.

Yamato Nikaido: I'm good. I can take the picture for you guys.

Mitsuki Izumi: Yeah, right. Send this picture to your old man. I bet you haven't even wished him a happy New Year.

Yamato Nikaido: ...I did wish him a happy New Year. With a RabbitChat message.

Mitsuki Izumi: Haha, well done. What about you, Nagi? You could send a picture to your brother.

Nagi Rokuya: Nice idea. Let us all take the picture together, then. As a selfie!

Yamato Nikaido: A selfie?

Nagi Rokuya: Yes! I have long arms, so it is no trouble at all! C'mon, Yamato, Mitsuki!

Yamato Nikaido: ...Don't hug me so close!

Mitsuki Izumi: Ahaha! Make some room for me!

Nagi Rokuya: Here we go..!

Snap

Mitsuki Izumi: Show me. Ooh, it looks pretty good! Let's take another one with the guys later!

Yamato Nikaido: Sure. We can take another one before we leave.

Nagi Rokuya: I hope our manager, Banri, and TRIGGER will make it into the picture, as well!

Nagi Rokuya: I am happy to have so many new memories.

- - - -

Tenn Kujo: Ah...

Gaku Yaotome: What's up?

Tenn Kujo: There's a target range.

Ryunosuke Tsunashi: You're right. Should we test our luck?

Gaku Yaotome: Okay, we're doing this. Let's agree that knocking over a prize is the same as getting an 'excellent luck' fortune.

Tenn Kujo: You must be really upset that you didn't get one.

Gaku Yaotome: Yeah, I was. I shouldn't have said that I didn't need one. I jinxed myself.

Gaku Yaotome: Now's not the time for me to get all soft just because our fans are supporting us. I'm supposed to be the leader here.

Ryunosuke Tsunashi: Gaku...

Gaku Yaotome: One round on the range, old man.

Man Running Target Range: Sure thing. ...Huh, have I seen you somewhere before..?

Gaku Yaotome: Ryu, what do you want?

Ryunosuke Tsunashi: Um... Get me the DVD on the top shelf.

Gaku Yaotome: If I get that, we're gonna stand on stage in Zero Arena this year.

Man Running Target Range: On stage... So you guys really are TRIGGER!?

Gaku Yaotome: That's right. Pray for us.

Man Running Target Range: O-okay.

Tenn Kujo: Time to put your money where your mouth is, Gaku.

Gaku Yaotome: Leave it to me.

Ryunosuke Tsunashi: Do your best! I believe in you!

Gaku Yaotome: Yeah.

Gaku Yaotome: ...We'll drag our future to us if we have to.

Bang!

- - - -

Yuki: Did you find a good place?

Momo: Totally! The others will be here soon, too!

Yuki: They're so cute. This might be the first and last time we get to do a shrine visit with them. Next year will most likely be too busy.

Momo: Maybe... But we can always build our own shrine to deal with all the fuss.

Yuki: A Re:vale shrine?

Momo: Yep! Let's make that our goal this year!

Yuki: Sounds good. We should buy a plot of land.

Momo: Yeah, definitely!

Riku Nanase: Sorry to have kept you waiting!

Momo: Ah, they're here.

Ryunosuke Tsunashi: Look, Re:vale! This DVD is incredible!

Yuki: Uh, okay.

Momo: Is it X-rated or something?

Gaku Yaotome: No! I'll tell you all about my achievement later.

Nagi Rokuya: We have bought many chocolate bananas! They are so colorful!

Iori Izumi: Let me take a few of them, so they won't fall.

Mitsuki Izumi: How was your fortune, Tamaki?

Tamaki Yotsuba: I got 'small fortune'. I wanted 'excellent luck', but I got the same one as Rikkun, so it's fine!

Yamato Nikaido: Ooh, that's not bad. What about you, Sou?

Sogo Osaka: "Good fortune". It encouraged me to be fearless about my business ventures.

Yamato Nikaido: Good for you. I'm looking forward to your next song.

Tenn Kujo: We should get going. Here, Riku. A souvenir.

Riku Nanase: Wow, bell castellas! Thank you, Tenn-nii!

Tenn Kujo: You're welcome.

Riku Nanase: Oh, right! There's something I forgot to say to Re:vale and TRIGGER!

Yuki: What?

Gaku Yaotome: What is it?

Riku Nanase: Please continue to look after IDOLiSH7 this year! 

The End.

[kcystotheheart]

{🍎} I don’t feel like i got all of them but MASSIVE TAG DROP/DUMP

♡ Home is where the Heart is... {IC}

✧ I foresee the end of all I know... {Ava}

#☪︎I'm howling with the wolves {Fida}

#✦ Breaking Traditions {Sub Alt V.} ⚔︎

#☮︎You are the future; the hope of this world... {Hope}

#♟Hidden from the rest of the World… Until now {Wandering V.} ✧

#🍎of someone's eye {Mun}

#✎ We may feel out of place; but we fit together so perfectly... {X Ventus} #♔♡ Eventually we all return to it... Kingdom Hearts {S A V E D} #⚖︎ I will keep a just and fair eye... {Invi} #♘ They look to me for Guidance... {Ira} #Heartless; Dusks; Unversed? All the same {Anon} #❥ ANSWERED

#✎ He's a work in progress and that's what matters! {Vanitas/tenebrxsus}

#✎ The Light to my Darkness; he makes up what I lack... {X Vanitas}

#✧ He may be all brawn; but he has the biggest heart {Aced/ursaced}

#✧ You wouldn't hurt me; I know... {X Aced} #✦ The Beginning of it all… {Past V.} ♙ #➳ All right; No more playing around! {Hayner} #♡ It's time to strike {Open Starter} #♔ Beyond the realms... {OOC} #♥︎ I'll find my way... {Riku} #✎ Let's make a promise; To hold each other through it all {X Riku} #��� I won't fade away so easily! {Lingering Remnant!Vanitas} #♠︎ Different from the rest... {Springy/Hareraiser} #♥︎ Once a Somebody... now a Nobody {Nobody V.} ♤ #✦ A little Generosity never hurt nobody~ {Cari} #✦ He thinks he's sooo good; but I know he's bad~ {Indus/ursaced} #✦ Momma I'm in love with a criminal; I'm the bad guy duh~ {X Indus} #♡ We'll never let the darkness consume us... {Queue}

🎲 May Lady Luck be on your side~ {Fortune} 💘 No matter what happens i’ll always be by your side {Faith} ⚔️ That was undeniable proof that we totally owned you lamers! {Seifer} ⌨️ Cracking the {Code} 🌱Rough around the edges by soft on the inside [Jagged} 🌿 My Strength will help support them… {Aced} 🌟 I will always help the weak {Starlight} 🍃I’ll sweep you up and leave your head spinnin’! {Wind} 🛡 I will always defend them {Keeper} 🃏 Care to take a Gamble? {Luxord/Ordul} 🎵I can drop a beat {Demyx/Dyme}  🎼 Let me play a song for you~ {Arpeggio}

⚠︎ You make me feel things I thought were lost {X Lauriam} ♟ More alike than you know {Rei/solaimaginem} ✎ Even after all this time… we’re connected. {Terra/willfulwayfarer} ✎ We’ll find new secrets to discover… together! {Pence/dxgstreet} ✎ I want to capture this moment {X Pence} ➸✮ Blessed or Cursed with magic that runs within him {Magia} #🎐My Lazy Companion {Sir Snugglesopholis the Flood} #♝ I will prove my worth... {Xionort} #𝒳 No one will know... {Subject X V.} ⭑ #No longer Lost {Naminé; Vanitas & Repliku } #✎ We've had tough pasts but we can move forward {Aiden/lethargic-hunter} #♟We've cut our own strings and now we're free {Xion & Repliku} #Made a sacrifice {Repliku} #Always busy saving everyone else... {Aqua} #☯︎ Disciplinary Committee {Fuu; Seifer & Rai} #yOU leFT mE... {Nightmare Chirithy}

#Why does everything involve running? {Pence}

#Not your Typical Princess... {Kairi}

#Fun and Playful; Strong and Powerful {Ventus}

#♠︎ A little noisy... {Skitters/Flood}

#☓ Always watching; always seeing~ {Master of Masters}

#⭑ How bright is the future? {Skuld}

#♚ Stuck in Between Worlds... {Lingering V.} ♤

#✨I'll learn to use my magic for good {Apprentice V.} ✎

#✎ He understands me like no one else does {Max/pageofgoof}

#🍀I've got a present too; for all of us! {Olette}

#He once wandered the darkness seeking light; only to find he was the light {Riku}

#His smile brings about other people's happiness {Sora}

#👁‍🗨If only I could stand in her light... {Ava/verumheart}

#👁‍🗨If I could begin to be; half of what you think of me I'd do about anything {X Ava}

#🍀She sits by the Seashore {Kairi/thalassicradiance}

#✎ I'll never forget you; promise? {X Sora}

#♜ We all have our Roles to Play... {Foreteller V.} ♠︎

#♗ I have made mistakes & have more regrets than you could imagine {Master Eraqus}

#One of the strongest wielders there is {Terra}

#🎐My lovely little Pearl... {Kairi/thalassicradiance}

#♡ Something that simply resonates with me... {Aesthetic}

#➦ Portal Time {Shooter}

#➥ Eagle Eyes {Sharp}

#🌪Whispers on the Wind {Gale}

#♤ The Nobody that never was... {Kuxir}

#🎐When things are tough; I'll always welcome you home... {Ansem/afoolelopedindarkness}

#✦ I have to complete my role... {Sacrificed V.} ✧

#♡♔ Kingdom FARTS {Crack}

#♟No longer just a vessel... {Xion}

#♣︎ No one would miss me... And yet... {Roxas}

#☀︎ I always keep my promises... {Axel}

#⌁ I have to uncover the truth... {Gula}

#⚠︎ I will find a way to rewrite my Fate {Brain}

#☆⭒ A lost little Star {Strelitzia}

#♚ The Darkness has consumed us… {Alt V.} ♥︎

#{Headcanons}

#☁︎ Where there's rain; there's a storm {Rain}

#🌸As Pretty as a Flower but twice as Dangerous {Song}

#✴︎ May the Tears of Heaven hear my call... {Sterling}

#❅ Her Colours are a reflection of who she is {Aurora}

#✵ Hear my prayer O'Morning Star {Ivory}

#♾You'll never hear their name on the wind... {No Name}

#⚡️The Eye of the Storm {Tempest}

#✑ You write down your feelings on paper {Memoire}

#☆⭒ A Light in the Dark... {Roxas/aftrliight}

#👁‍🗨 It's a heavy burden to carry... {Luxu}

#♥︎ He has every right to be mad at me; but i had to do it {Roxas/caelumobscura}

#♥︎ Twilight and Dawn... What an interesting combination {X Roxas}

#☘︎Oh Look- Nope it's just them... {Dani}

#♣︎ There's just something about him that i hate... and i love {X Riku}

#✎ You remember me; the way I remember you {X Roxas}

#☆⭒ He gives me the courage I need; she is always so kind... {X Roxas}

#☆⭒ Let's go to the garden... {Lauriam/lordofoblivion}

#✘ There is always something worth fighting for... {Kohaku}

#♡ No longer just a Copy... {Repliku/Kouki}

#⚙︎Just because I'm not a 'True' Keyblade doesn't mean I can't kill you {Void}

#♥︎ You and I; were intertwined from the start... {X Kairi}

#♡ These will make anyone laugh! {Memes}

#✬ Here to help! {Chirithy}

#🌼You'll never learn from your mistakes if you don't make them {Ayaka/Roxas' mom}

#♔♡ The Mark of a Master~ {P R O M O}

#✿ Thinking of you wherever you are... {Hana/Sora's Mom}

#♤☆ When the Light embraced the Dark... {Mending Hearts V.} ★♠

#✎ He wants to break the mold {Roxas/serendimpetus}

#🗝🖤The Kingdom's Protector and the Original Blade {Chi}

#♔ Mirrored Reflections; Two in the Same {Twin V.} ♡

#★ I'll be there to hide your light when you need it {Dusk}

#♻︎ I'm not even the real thing...And yet in my soul it says otherwise {Soul}

#✩*~ I'll unlock the mysteries of the world {Ephemer}

#♠︎ Made completely out of Darkness {Vanitas}

#✩*~ We'll meet where the darkness meets the light {X Vanitas}

#➳ Skateboard tricks and Sea Salt Icecream... {X Roxas}

#♡ Let's line up the pieces... Together {Main V.} ♔

#❁ He'll always be my little Sprout... {Kasumi/Riku's mother}

#❁ To trust or not to trust is the question... {Xemnas/potestasaeterna}

#♘ He trusts me to look after everyone; but who's going to look after him? {X Master}

#♘ Always one step ahead... or two- or three {Master/masterxmasters}

#☾ The path between Night and Day... {Dawn}

#♡ A Watchful eye... {Dash Commentary}

#☯︎ Total Annihilation {Fuu}

#✎ Don't forget me... {Naminé}

#☄️ I will always rise up from the Ashes {Libra}

#🔥Better watch out because I always bounce back {Ember}

#💥I will burn Eternally {Flame}

#♕ Together we'll protect the world! {Kiki}

#♛ We'll free their hearts and consume the world in darkness... {Heart!Kiki}

#🍨Not just a sweet treat~ {Sweetie}

#♜ I'll protect you from the Shadows {Oblivion}

#♖ Just follow my Light {Oathkeeper}

#♥︎ No matter the Nightmare; I'll be there {X Ventus}

#♠︎ A little noisy... {Skitters/Flood}

#🎐When you feel it in your heart; you know that your home {Mitsuki/Kairi's Grandma}

#❁ He's my stubborn Rock. {Roxas/aftrliight}

#💥She rises with the moon {Luna/verumheart}

#♧ Even in your dreams... {Dream Eater V.} ♥︎

#🍡 Cheeky Cheel {Leche}

#❦ There's more to Light than meets the eye {Young Eraqus}

#❦ And that's checkmate I win; Hold on it's still my turn {X Young Xehanort}

#The Copycat Trio {Repliku; Vanitas and Xion}

#Created with a purpose {Vanitas}

#🐶Watch out for the Mad Dog~ {Mady}

#➸✮ Reliable and Sturdy as the Shield he carries {Aegis/verumrook}

#➸✮ I shouldn't feel this way but I do... And I don't want to stop {X Aegis}

#✘ ...I will protect his light with my life... {Artemis/keyfamilia}

#✘ I don't know what he sees in me... but i'm grateful {X Artemis}

#🗝🖤A shroud of Mystery and Darkness {Master of Masters/eyesofparoxysm}

#🗝🖤The one who compliments me; who truly understands {X Master of Masters}

#✧ He's a good listener and a good friend {Luxu/gravitasfatum}

#✎ What did I do to deserve you...? {Riku/darkheartedprince}

#♔♡ It rests now within us all... {Drabble}

#💚As playful as a breeze; but as strong as a gale wind {Ventus}

#💫Not even the Night Sky could contain her Light... {Astraea}

#🍏A Bad Apple spoils the bunch {Negative Thoughts}

#☀︎ Set me ablaze; start a fire in me {X Terra}

#☀︎ He's my pillar when I'm not strong {Terra/willfulfwayfarer}

#🎐Just like the Stars; He will burn long after... {Yen Sid/omnipotentmxster}

#☀︎ Never expected to fall for a flower {X Marluxia}

#☀︎ Every Flower has it's thorns and he's full of them {Marluxia/lordofoblivion}

#✿ My Little Sparrow {Sora/lightheartedwarrior}

#❁ My Little Sprout {Riku/darkheartedprince}

#🎐If we keep each other in our hearts; we'll always be strong {Young Mitsuki}

#🎐The Stars align when he smiles... {Young Yen Sid/omnipotentmxster}

#⚚ I'm sending a message to you and I hope that it makes it through {Hermod}

#⭑ He could light the sky with his colours {Sora/valorxdrive}

#⭑ He's my knight and I'm his princess {X Sora}

#⭑ We both just wanted a friend... {Blaine/virusplanted}

#⭑ The future may be uncertain; but I'm certain of us {X Blaine}

#🧶Tying the knot {Married V.}

#♔ In another World; another Time or another Place {AU V.} ♡

#⚖︎She moves with the beauty and grace of her namesake {Aqua/theheartstreasure}

#⚖︎I certainly don't know what I did to deserve you; but i'm grateful {X Aqua}

#⌁ The only one I'll always trust {Ava/starshold}

#❀ Careful the Flowers have ears {Foxglove}

#☆⭒ He's my bookworm... {Blaine/virusplanted}

#☆⭒ One day I saw him there and couldn't help but gravitate towards him {X Blaine}

#♔ A World without Magic... {Modern V.} ♡

#🎐An old friend and fellow Master {Eraqus/eraqus-the-defender}

#❦ I wish I was enough to keep you from the Darkness... {Young Xehanort/iuvienis}

#🌕A place where all hearts are one... {Kingdom Hearts}

#🔮The Mistress of Darkness {Maleficent}

#🐚Overcame the Impossible {Maryllis/Kairi's Mother}

#🌊I will do my duty to protect the people {Nalani/Destiny Islands Mayor}

#🥀Poison runs through their veins {Vera}

#✩*~ He's the smartest guy I know {Brain/virusplanted}

#✩*~ We'll always be connected; no matter where we fly too {X Brain}

#🐚His Majesty and My King {Ansem/afoolelopedindarkness}

#🐚Two halves of a whole {X Ansem The Wise}

#✩*~ Flowers can be strong so long as you let them {Lauriam/lordofoblivion}

#🐚My Precious Treasure {Kairi/thalassicradiance}

#🐚Like Mother like daughter {Maryllis and Kairi}

#🎶Listen to my Melody {Maestro}

#Before Summer Vacation is over; we should go to the beach! {Twilight Town Gang}

#♘ More important than he realizes {Kage/thechessboard}

#✩*~ I use to think Dandelions were just weeds; I think they're beautiful {X Lauriam}

#📓Don't always believe what you see... {Lexicon}

#🌹Strong and Elegant {Rose}

#⚠︎ Infuriating and yet... He's Mi Rosa {Lauriam/rxsoideae}

#✧ She's as strong as she is beautiful {Aqua/theheartstreasure}

#✧ She makes me feel like a princess; she gives me hope {X Aqua}

#✎ We will always have each other's backs {Naminé and Aiden}

#☆⭒ Wallflower friends {Luxu and Strelitzia}

#The Darkness gave us purpose... {Dark Repliku; Vanitas & Xionort}

#Let's go to the beach {Axel; Xion & Roxas}

#⚔︎Childhood rivals to lovers {X Hayner}

#⭑★ Fallen Hearts turn to Dark Stars… {Darkling V.} ❤︎♥︎

#⭑ ...Unknowingly My Protector... {Braig/freeshooterxig}

#🍀We're stronger than we look {X Kairi}

#♟He isn't all darkness... {Vanitas/unversedshadow}

#✧ My precious Snowflake Dandelion... {Theo/keytosolidarity}

#✎ She was my light; He was my knight {X Repliku}

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Close To My Heart - Borusara Fanfiction

Hello everyone! This is my submission for Borusara Fanfiction week - day 1. I was supposed to post this one shot last night but due to some mishaps from Tumblr, I wasn't able to. Mind you, this is larger than anything I've written for Borusara, yet excluding my multichapter fics . Actually, you'll find a lot of mistakes here as well, because it was written hastily and no beta-read.

Rated T

Warning - Heavy angst

Summary - "I love you." And he gave a smile so wide that his eyes closed, "--and them too."

Light breeze messes up my hair. Standing atop the Hokage Monument makes a ton of memories flash through my mind. I feel tired. I feel old. The slight wrinkles on my face and grey streaks across my hair do nothing to help.

But still...the memories make me smile.

I remember him being there for me from the beginning. Nothing reminds me that there was a time before it.

"Boruto! Stop messing around."

"Don't tell me what to do!"

"You're causing troubling to Nanadaime!"

"Of course, I am. I want him to say sorry to me! I'll beat him someday."

"Heh. As if."

"Hey! Don’t underestimate me! Sarada!"

I remember us talking about our dreams and fears, about what we wanted our future to looks as. And it made my heart beat when I thought of how our goals intertwined with each other’s.

“Thank you... thanks to that I was able to reach my own goals.. so it's really I who should thank you"

"When you become the Hokage, I'll be your right-hand man! I'll guard you well!"

Little laughs and their consistent bantering was a medium to strengthen our bond. We faced different kinds of hardships. But we never faltered. We grew up faster than what our parents wished, thanks to those who wanted to disrupt the era of peace.

We fought. We struggled. We won. And we moved forward.

As the time passed by, our feelings began to change. Our friendship was as strong as ever but something about our dynamics morphed into an uncharted territory.

I realised how broad his shoulders were. His blue eyes... The ones which reflected the entire world were older. He grew tall.

But still there were a few things that still remained the same. His bright blue eyes which made attracted me were same as always. So was his smile, sunny enough to brighten up anything.

After a number of trials and tribulations we achieved peace. And then came an awkward proposal.

...

Sarada panted heavily. Her body trembled with exertion. Damn, he's gotten so strong. But she wasn't the only one tired. He was on his knees gasping for breath as well. Then he looked up, a feral grin upon his face and his eyes shining.

"God, Sarada, marry me."

Sarada rolled her eyes. She had been aware of the fact that their relationship had progressed into an uncharted territory. They have danced around the subject, always finding excuses to evade their feelings. But with the peace and tranquillity back in the land, there were not enough of the good excuses. She knew that.

"I hope you're not drunk this time." She laughed remembering a certain incident when he had proposed her because of being drunk silly.

"I'm not." He said, his voice held strength that churned Sarada's stomach. He was still on one knee when a pulled out a small black velvet box from his pocket and offered her a ring with Ruby on its centre.

"I know I'm not the best guy to be with. I've done things which I shouldn't have. But Sarada, I, I love you, I have loved you for a long time and I don't think I can stop anytime soon. It's still not enough, I know, but...Uchiha Sarada, will you do me the honour of becoming my wife?"

Sarada couldn't breathe. He...he was serious. After a few moments of silence which she was taking to gather herself, she realised he was becoming nervous. The intensity of this proposal and the change that will occur in their lives if she accepted this made her throat dry.

But she raised her hand towards him, smiling the most beautiful smile ever in acceptance.

...

Married life for them wasn't easy, especially with their busy schedules and his trips. They had arguments, broken promises, hurt and struggle.

...

"Hey! Are you ignoring me?!" Boruto yelled in her ear as he swiped the papers off her hands.

"What the hell is wrong with you?!" Sarada screamed, frustrated at him.

"'What the hell is wrong with me?!' I just returned back from a month mission but you're the one ignoring me!"

"Argh! Shut up! Stop whining like a kid, will you?!"

"If you didn't want me home back then I would have stayed there." He said softly before jumping out of the window of her office.

...

But at the end of the day, we would always come together with apologies.

I was happy, with the little things we did for each other. When he would make me breakfast or carry me home after a hard day at work.

Nothing changed between us but yet, everything did.

...

"Sarada, wake up. Or you'll be late for today."

Boruto shook her lightly but she snuggled closer to his warmth, burying her face into his shoulder. 

"No. I'm not going today. I took a break."

A few beats of silence before he yelled, "Really?!"

"Hai."

She let a lazy smile curl upon her lips and he felt his heart soar. 

...

With him, even the laziest mornings were happier and even mundane tasks like grocery shopping was fun.

We'd go out on dates and movies at times, no, not enough like a normal couple would but rather in our own way.

When I was finally appointed as the Hokage, he had the biggest grin on his face.

...

"Hey? Are you okay?"

"I-I don't know Boruto. It's finally happening."

"Yes, it's finally happening. It’s great, right?"

"I am nervous. My dream is about to come true and I don't know how to feel about."

"Sarada. Look at me."

"You've worked so hard for this. You deserve it. Never doubt that."

As her eyes flicked at him, she was overwhelmed with all the love and warmth in his eyes.

The conviction in his voice burned through her conscience, quenching her doubts and demons.

When she stood on the stage, accepting the Cape with pride and reverence, she could feel his spirit seep through herself, illuminating.

...

With Boruto by my side, I felt I could conquer skies. Being a Hokage wasn't easy, but the satisfaction of knowing that he was here was my greatest strength.

But, I forgot, we're shinobis. And shinobis are meant to endure.

...

She had never before experienced this much terror. As far as her eyes would go on the battlefield, there was nothing but a sea of blood and corpses. Her own people were dying and she was utterly helpless.

Her body was littered with fresh wounds and bruises. One of her lungs was punctured and her femur was broken and had torn out of her flesh, making her immobile in such a crucial battle.

"I'm the Hokage! Dammit Sarada! Get up! You have to protect everyone! Shannaro!"

She screamed at herself, as she barely managed to stand only to have her brain burned with searing pain as she collapsed on to the ground. Again. 

"Please move." she sobbed and begged to her body to not give up on her, hoping to get that little amount of strength to get up and fight, but to no avail.

As she saw the enemy forming a large concentrated mass of chakra like bomb, she felt whole body going cold with fear and horror. His aim was Konoha. And it was definitely large enough to obliterate the entire village. Her entire body was paralyzed.

It was over.

And at that moment, a flicker appeared right in front of her and a familiar black cape entered her field of vision.

“Boruto…” tumbled out of her mouth, as if her prayers have been answered. But still, the dread in her heart didn’t ease up. Something was wrong, very wrong.

Suddenly he turned towards her, giving her a brilliant smile, but there was something reflecting in his blue eyes – happiness, pain, sorrow, contentment? She was not even able to name them all. But above everything, his bright blue eyes were shining with determination. But there was something that surpassed even that.

It was love.

His eyes were glowing with love.

“Sarada. Tell my parents that I’m proud to be their son. And tell Hima that I love her. Say thanks from me to Sasuke oji-san and Sakura Oba-san for everything they've done for me. And also let our friends know that I'll think of them.

"B-Boruto?"

"I love you." And he gave a smile so wide that his eyes closed, "--and them too."

And right in front of her eyes, the chakra bomb was released, burning everything in its wake hurtling straight towards Konoha. And Boruto stood right in front of its path, undaunted.

A glowing light blue colour aura enveloped his entire body as he gave her one last smile before vanishing and letting himself be engulfed by the eruption.

Konoha was safe. The earth shattering explosion had never reached it. Boruto had not only suppressed the explosion but also destroyed the enemy.

The battle had ended and they were safe.

But Boruto...

Never returned.

Sarada had been hysterical. No matter how hard Mitsuki had tried to hold her to stop killing herself in a desperation to search for him in the mass of rubble, she wouldn't listen. So, he knocked her out.

The skies had cried that day as she had begged them to return him.

Later, she learned that the incapacitated enemy was brutally murdered by Uzumaki Naruto. ...

When she woke up, a week later, she had begged to see Boruto, knowing that he will not be there. Her father was there, though.

And after being properly fed and bathed, she was informed of something she had never imagined.

She was pregnant.

And it flashed across her mind.

He knew.

He knew that she was pregnant.

His eyes and his words blazed her conscience and she felt herself loosing her sanity.

She clutched her head as the faint shouts of "Sarada!" and "Sarada, sweetie, calm down please." echoed all around her. And then, the darkness enveloped her once again. ...

If there was a time that I could call the darkest period of my life, then it would be that. It hurt more than I could bear. My tears would not come out, no matter how much people wanted me cry.

I had not only lost my husband but also my best friend, my team mate, my rival and my pillar of strength.

I felt so alone that it wounded my heart beyond repair. 

...

During her entire pregnancy, Sasuke didn't leave his daughter's side. He had accepted his prosthetic arm in order to assist her. Sakura regularly checked upon her and looked after her requirements. Maybe it was the constant support and love from her parents and friends that Sarada was able to live through it. 

Sasuke might have been absent for a large part of Sarada's life. But he was here now, never leaving Sarada alone for a moment.

It was one day when Sakura entered their home, she fell straight into Sasuke's arms. 

"What happened, Sakura?" Sasuke rubbed her back in an attempt to ease her up.

"Sasuke. I-I analysed her recent reports. She's...she's pregnant with twins."

There was a thud and Sasuke and Sakura raced to the kitchen only to see Sarada collapsed on the floor. She was clutching her stomach, trembling. 

"He said, he said, 'I love you. And them too.' He knew. He knew that I was going to have twins and he still left me?! Why?!" She screamed at her parents as they looked upon her with sympathy and pity. 

"Papa! Mama! What did I do to deserve this?!" 

Sakura gathered a devastated Sarada in her arms, running her fingers through her hair and Sasuke crouched down as well, wrapping his arms around both of them. 

"Sarada." His voice was heavy. "Boruto did everything he could to save you and his children. He didn't want to leave you. Remember that, child."

...

Mitsuki and Chouchou would always visit me regularly and everyone else would definitely drop by once a week. 

Sometimes, I would remember that I'm not the only one who had lost someone important to me. They all have lost their sun. The man who inspired them to move forward and give their all. They had lost the person whom they viewed as a personification of courage. 

... 

In a few weeks’ time, Sarada grew larger. And sadly, to her parents' concern, her condition deteriorated. Her feet were swollen and her eyes looked sunken. Her pale skin had turned even paler.

Unlike Sakura, who glowed when she was pregnant, Sarada was a broken mess. 

One day, Hinata Uzumaki rang their doorbell. 

"I'm sorry Sarada. I'm sorry for not being there for you when you needed someone. But don't worry. I'm here now."

Her lavender eyes shine with warmth as if trying to placate not only Sarada but herself as well. 

... 

Boruto's death had left a gaping hole in the Uzumaki family as well. If there was someone who was hurt as much as I was, it was Tou-san Naruto.

The man was shattered and devastated more than he let on at the death of his son. Every moment of his life was spent cursing himself for his failure in protecting his child. He had changed a lot since the incident, becoming an empty shell of his former self. He had resumed his position of the Hokage again as Sarada was is no condition to do so.

His smiles did not hold its usual glow but rather turned damper. His words were still inspiring but now they sounded hollow.

And the entire Konoha was aware of these changes now.

…

During the last trimester of her pregnancy, Sarada was bed ridden. Her vitals were getting weaker by each passing day and it became frustratingly hard for her parents and Hinata to feed her any solid food.

As merciless rain striked against the ground, Naruto moved lethargically to the hospital to see his daughter-in-law. He froze dead in his tracks when he saw Sakura hunched over her knees, sobbing beneath a tree.

“Sakura-chan?!” he exclaimed, wrapping his cloak around her to shield her from the harsh rain.  

“N-Naruto…” she sobbed, burying her face into his shoulder.

“Sakura-chan! Are you okay?!...Is it about Sarada-chan? Or the babies?” despite everything he could not hide the tremble in his voice.

“S-Sarada’s health is getting worse with each passing day. I’m scared Naruto. I’m scared. What if she doesn’t survive childbirth?”

Naruto felt his whole body going numb. First his son and now his daughter-in-law. Life has never been kind to him. Everything he held dear was always taken away from him.

“I-I’ll-save her. You can count on me.” The faltering in his voice turned into something a little more determined, just a glimpse of the conviction he had always known to display. He refused to lose anyone he loved ever again. He might have failed Boruto but he will definitely protect Sarada, Himawari and his grandchildren.

He’s not going to give up! Not now! Not ever!

And Sakura felt ease in some corner of her mind.

...

Those days were scary. Even when I had so many people by my side, none of them were capable of filling up the void left behind in my heart because of Boruto.

I can faintly remember the first kicks of my babies. Back then. My mind was so muddled that it all felt unnecessary to notice and cherish, but I do regret the past.

…

Finally, the day came. Sarada went into labour a day earlier than expected, but Sakura was completely prepared. The entire lobby was filled with friends and well-wishers, all of them anxious. Naruto was there along with Sasuke outside as well, his senses completely trained on Sarada’s fluctuating chakra, ready to use his abilities to stabilise her life force if necessary.

“Sarada. Calm down sweetie. You’re going to be fine.” As her eyes flicked over the monitor displaying Sarada’s vitals, she wondered if she was saying this to reassure herself or her daughter.

After a labour period that lasted for about hard twenty four hours, surrounded by her mother and her best team as well as Hinata, she finally gave birth to two infants.

A boy and a girl.

The boy was her first born, older that his sister by ten minutes, born with a tuft of black hair and eyes in the same shade as hers. Onyx of his Uchiha grandfather.

Her daughter, the younger of the two, was a baby with golden hair and eyes that resembled her father so much that it made everyone shiver.

When Sakura and Hinata handed her over both the babies, the tears that had been held back for so long poured out freely. She clutched her infants to her chest carefully, relishing their warmth and existence.

At that moment she understood her father’s words more than she ever had.

‘Because you exist.’ The man had said.

“Yes, because you both exist.” She whispered this in her head over and over. Knowing that they were both a token a love from Boruto.

...

That day I realised that I had to live. For my children. They had already lost their father. I couldn’t abandon them. They deserved the love and support of at least one parent. And their presence slowly, but definitely filled the hole in my heart.

…

“Yuriki Uchiha.”

Sarada proudly declared, holding her son close as she nuzzled her baby softly. Then she bent down to scoop her daughter from the crib and rested the sleeping infant against her chest, smiling lovingly.

“Aiko Uzumaki.”

“Those are beautiful names.” Mitsuki smiled as he stepped forward and held his arms out to take Yuriki from his mother, who was curiously looking all around.

“Courage and love.”

Sarada spent next five years raising her children with the help of her parents and friends. They would question about their father just like any other child would. People told them to be proud of the legacy their father was but Sarada’s heart ached knowing that they’ll never know the person there father was. They’ll never know about his pranks, or his stubbornness except for the stories that their Grandma Hinata and Aunt Himawari would tell them.

Weirdly enough, her father was closer to Aiko whereas Naruto was closer to Yuriki. She never understood the reason behind that but they both were merry and doting grandfathers.

Raising twins was not an easy task, especially when you’re a single mother. There were times when she would be at wit’s end but one call would be enough to get Himawari to her rescue. The children had a strong bond with their aunt. Sarada knew that Himawari wanted to be the light in their life what Boruto what in hers.

It warmed Sarada’s heart.

…

I remember a particular day when we had went on a trip to the nearby park. Yuriki was pushing his sister on the swing and she was giggling. And then it suddenly hit me out of nowhere. Yuriki, despite, his black eyes and hair looked so much like Boruto that I had lost my breath. And Aiko, had inherited her daddy’s blue eyes, which nostalgically were bluer than her father.

Both of my babies had inherited so much their dad that it made my heart throb.

…

“Mommy?”

“Yes, Aiko. Do you need more noodles?” Sarada asked, as she cleaned the counter. Both of her children had demanded noodles today. Her brother was still at the dining waiting for the dessert.

“No.”

“Is there anything else you need?”

“Did…did daddy love us?”

Sarada felt her heart crack at her daughter’s words. Her hands wouldn’t move but she was also aware for her son’s gaze at her back, paying attention to her reply.

‘I love you…and them too.’

Sarada crouched in front of her daughter, also signalling her son to come closer. She placed her hands on their shoulder pulling them closer to herself.

“He did. You two, he loved you, a lot.”

More than you’ll ever know.

Her fingers raised and poked her children right in the middle of their foreheads.

…

After they turned five, Naruto stepped down and Sarada resumed her duties as a Hokage once again. Her children were adored by the entire village and were spoiled by their overly doting grandparents and Aunt.

Another figures they loved were – Grandpa Kakashi and Grandpa Iruka.

Those two men held them close, babysat the little devil duo and bought them treats. They also educated them in ways of life. It was thanks to them that her children turned out to be just like their father – mischievous and stubborn but with a golden heart.

Aiko had definitely taken up on Boruto’s mischievous streak whereas Yuriki was much milder in comparison. Together, the pranks they played made their grandpas tear their hair out.

The earned them the nick name – ‘the devil duo.’

Sarada, at times felt that Boruto would be so proud of them.

…

Sometime later I realised that Yuriki had wind chakra and sharinghan, whereas Aiko could use lightening and was a possessor of byakugan. Both of her children were blessed with potent chakra and powerful and a keen mind, and they soon gained fame as formidable shinobis in later life.

When they turned twelve, Aiko declared that she wanted to be a Hokage in future and I felt my heart swell with elation. Her daughter aimed big. Yuriki was not sure but I knew that he still had plenty of time.

At the age of sixteen, they faced their hardest battle, being targeted for their rare lineage and their influential families, Yuriki had no other choice but to unleash his mangekyo in order to protect his sister after their team mate had died.

When they returned home back, the first thing he said to me was that now he knew what he wanted to be.

“I want to be like dad.”

He had said. Proud of his father and the sacrifices that he had made in order to safe guard the village and his family. Yuriki saw his dad as a symbol of peace, strength and courage. And it made Sarada content.

Well…

Time has passed, and with intense hard work, I’m sure that they have made their father proud.

The reason , I’m standing here at the top the Hokage monument currently is to finally take a moment of peace and live it.

Today, Aiko was inaugurated as the tenth Hokage, with her brother by her side and both of them complete with their families.

And I had literally been never prouder.

My children were my hope and joy, and Boruto’s memories had continued to guide me down the right path. His way of living inspired me to become not only a better person but also a better parent.

After my parents and my in laws left the realm of living, it was a struggle, but their love and teachings always surrounded me and my children like a warm blanket.

If there is something I learned being alive it’s that-

Life is completely unpredictable, cruel to happiness and kind to sorrow. And fate is a mighty river – which at times, would flow gently and calmly, nurturing life. But sometimes, it would be raging and brutal, not hesitating to destroy the same life it had nurtured.

All she understood was that the only way to live was that you can get up, look ahead and move forward.  

…

It was night when she entered the cemetery. She kneeled in front his grave and brushed her fingers against the cool marble, letting it seep through her skin.

“My work is done here. I want to see you again, Boruto, please.”

She leaned her forehead against the stone, breathing in the nightly scent.

“It’s been so long, you know, but I still…”

Her voice was drenched in emotion when she whispered.

“I still hold you close to my heart.”

…

The next day, Keito Uchiha and Yuki Uzumaki found their grandma, hunched over their grandfather’s grave, body cold and eyes closed, but even then, the most prominent feature on her face was her peaceful angelic smile.

I'd really like to know what you all thought  this story, except that it feels rushed, because I already know that it is. though, I've really worked hard for it. I really hope that at least a fraction of my efforts was visible.

And sorry for dropping this as 4k one shot all of sudden. Hahaha! It was fun to write! 

[eastraen]

Departure

Hinganshi eastern archipelago, sheltered island kingdom of Ryuukyu. Seven years ago ======================================================================

Hideyuki stares down the hill, looking at the port where the ship which will take him to the western land will depart.

"Must you go, son?" 

His mother's voice greets him gently on the side. Hideyuki looks at the candy wrapping in his hand, and a small sakura hairpin. His eyes closed for a moment before saying 

"It was Mitsuki's last words that I see what she will never be able to see, Mother. Besides, it is for the Fujiwara I leave...for better or worst”

Tomoe touch the headstone of the small grave overlooking the bay 

"You know she will never blame you, Hideyuki...it was Kami's ordainment that she has to leave first. So will I, your father, your other siblings...and yourself one day. Why must we live in the past and torture ourselves" 

She says absentmindedly while hugging the headstone. Hideyuki kneels besides his mother and held her 

"Yes, but somewhere far to the west of this land may lie the cure we seek. If I found it and brought it home, then I feel it is the best I can do to fulfill her dreams.Mitsuki love life and all that it offers mother, she would not want to see another child fall to this illness" 

He sighs, the family had been under constant pressure ever since Mitsuki’s passing. Rumors circulate that her death was unnatural, born of misfortune. Hideyuki knows, this time he has to go.

"I will write often, mother. Do not worry overmuch hmm?" 

he wipes his mother's tears. Her hair had turned white on the edge from grieving. Nowadays, it is rare to see Tomoe smiles. Hideyoshi had tried his best to cheer her up, but it is almost like half of her spirit leave with Mitsuki. Tomoe looks at her son before finally nodding "I hope the Kami bless me with fortune enough, to see you once more. My child" 

"Sister Kaede and Miyuki are here, mother, your grandsons will keep you occupied also...as for me -"

Tomoe put a finger on Hideyuki's lips

"I bear you for nine months, Hideyuki, you were born not from a curse but out of love...never forget that this is your home" 

She sighs and stands up, one hand raised for his son to hold and guide her home

"I am tired, I wish to rest" 

It was her finality, no more debates, no more but or ifs. Hideyuki took his mother's hand and guide her downhill. Back to home.

============ Ul'dah, the jewel of Thanalan. Present day

The shining jewel of Thanalan gleams brightly even during sunset. The call for prayers from the Nald'thal minarets can be heard. Calling people to pay respect to the gods and to the Sultana.

Elsewhere in pearl lane, a Raen walks amongst the part of the lane filled with the refugee. Dilapidated huts and illicit brothel offers wares that you can only find in this part of town. Street urchins chase each other, playing with their friends. Gaunt and dirty-faced, hard life never seems to distract them from playing with their friends.

"Niii Chan, wait for meee" 

a little Raen girl chase after a group of children running and laughing. She bumps into someone and was about to cry when a gentle voice says

"Little girl, are you okay?" and a strong hand extended, lifting her up and putting her down again on her feet.

"I-i am sorry mister. please don't hit me" the girl wince, ready to receive a beating from this stranger. A scene too often in this part of area. 

Instead, the voice replies again warmly 

"Why would i hit you? here, you dropped this" Hideyuki give her the small toy hammer she was carrying. 

He reached into the small paper sack he was carrying and pulls out a dango on a stick. It is a rare delicacy so far west, but Hide had bought it for his sister's offering and another for him to eat.

"Here, have some Dango" he extend the candy on the stick for her to take. She eyes him warily for a moment. Mother said do not trust gift from stranger...but the smell of the sweet makes her salivates. She only heard about this food from bedtime stories, to soothe a hungry stomach.

"Its okay, here, see?" 

Hideyuki takes a bite, ensuring her it is safe before offering it to her again.

The girl hesitate for a moment and with a trembling hand tries to take the offer before a voice she is familiar with shout nearby "No Makoto!" a Raen woman, with a bruised cheek ran towards the girl named Makoto and pick her up 

"Are you okay ?" Hideyuki was about to ask if the woman is okay when he notices her swollen cheek and her makeup. The woman instead scream when she sees Hideyuki’s face and makes a warding gesture before throwing away the dango in Makoto's hand.

"Leave us be cursed one! we already have enough trouble, do not let your misfortune taint us further" the woman spits to the ground as she ran away with the child.

Hideyuki pause for a moment, the Dango trampled by the people walking by. He picks up the sack and continues to walk slowly.

Some things in life never changes...

[eleanor-devil]

Naruto Fanfic - Boruto: Sacrifices - Chap.22, A Brother’s Love

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Chapter 22 - A Brother’s Love

She never really liked the hospitals. True, she had medical training on Mei's prompting but she was a free spirit (a very stubborn free spirit, her foster mother always commented) - she would much rather go be part of the action rather than staying behind. Not that she ever underestimated the importance - it was only that she was more of an action person. She tended to avoid hospitals because, well... they never brought her any good memories. Izumi sighed and closed her eyes, trying to focus her mind not on that fateful night twenty-seven years ago and on the injured child in front of her, keeping her prayer's here... Lost in thoughts, she didn't even hear the door sliding open. "What are you doing here?" Hearing the intimidating voice... the redhead tried her best not to flinch too hard as she slowly turned back to face the newcomer... or, in this case, the father of this boy.

He was as fearsome as she first met him - though she would never admit it to his face. Those golden eyes looked cold - colder than ever, and although his posture was nowhere near threatening, just his presence and aura was enough to create a sense of foreboding. She straightened herself a little before answering. "I was visiting him." "On what terms?" "As his friend, as you know well." "He doesn't have a friend in you," the sannin's tone was cold, not relenting as he passed her to stand next to his son's bed. "Nor does he need a friend." She probably shouldn't have pushed it... but by that time, Izumi wasn't able to stop herself. "You are wrong. He needs his friends more than ever right now." "His friends are the reason he is in this condition right now." Without completely turning, Orochimaru moved his eyes towards her. "And he definitely doesn't need strangers to keep him company." That was harsh... and she could've said something, but it wasn't appropriate and she didn't want to keep nagging him while he was worrying over his son... So, biting the inside of her cheek, the redhead moved out of the room, slowly closing the door behind her. She turned back to look at Mitsuki one more time before she walked away. "Come back soon, Mitsuki... You know I can't get along with your father when you aren't around..." [Flashback] "LET ME OUT OF HERE! DO YOU HEAR ME?! HEY! I WANT TO SPEAK TO YOUR BOSS!!" Izumi sighed as she banged her fist on the prison bars. In any other case, she could've melted those with her acid technique, but that... Hozuki bastard made absolutely sure they were acid-resistant when they brought her down to these dungeons. And come to think of it, dungeons?! What kind of an old minded freak had dungeons like these in this time?! "OI!! CAN ANYONE HEAR ME?!" she yelled once again, just about to lose it. And this mission was supposed to be an easy one to her! She was to only spy on and gather intellect on Hozuki Suigetsu's sword, a weapon that rightfully belonged to Kiri, which was pretty much confiscated by him. The Mizukage didn't think she would need back-up on this mission, and frankly, neither did she, but all it took was one tiny second of distraction, and they had ambushed her... She was so lost in her thoughts that she didn't even hear the sound of the supply door opening until she saw a small hand appear under it, pushing in a tray with a food bowl and a glass of water in it. It was such an unusual sight that she gasped. At that sound, she saw that the little hand immediately withdrew. Izumi tried to see behind the bars, but whoever it was, was hiding skillfully in the shadows. "Wait, please don't go..." she said, her voice coming out more concerned than urgent now. "Who are you...?" There was silence for a long moment, so much so that the Kiri ninja began thinking that the person was gone. "Come on..." she mumbled. "I'm no one to be afraid of, I promise you that..." The person didn't... feel threatening, if anything, the redhead was willing to bet it was just a child... The hand was definitely not an adult hand. The other party still wasn't saying anything... But then someone walked into the light, locking eyes with her reluctantly. Izumi gasped. The boy didn't look older than nine. "Hello," she said once again, trying to keep her tone pleasant and not alarmed. Who was this child...? She had heard stories about this place, about countless children who were brought here... "My name is Akiyama Izumi. Nice to meet you." she continued with a smile, putting her hand through the bars so the child could take it. The boy looked down at her hand, but made no move to acknowledge the gesture... and he actually took a step back. "Okay..." the young woman pulled her hand back slowly, this had been awkward... "What are you doing here? I don't think I've seen you before..." The boy didn't say anything, but... made no more moves to get away, either. The redhead took this as an encouraging sign. "Is it okay if I ask you yes or no questions? You can just nod or shake your head." The young blue haired boy seemed to think about it for a moment. Then, as unsure as he looked, he nodded. "Are you being held here against your will?" Before she could stop herself, the burning question slipped out of her mouth. She had to know... if there are more pressing matters other than the illegal possession of one of their legendary swords. But to her surprise, the boy shook his head - vigorously at that. That was unexpected. A small frown made its way to the woman's features. "Are you... related to someone here then?" A nod this time - although it didn't go amiss by her that the child took a quick peek around before nodding. "Huh... interesting, never thought a child could be raised here..." she mused, and when she caught him staring at herself, she smiled sheepishly. "Sorry... maybe it was better not to say it out loud." The kid was silent for a moment. And then... "Why do you keep screaming so loud for my dad?" The redhead was stunned for a moment, not knowing what to do now that she finally got him to speak. The big, curious golden eyes kept gazing intently, obviously waiting for an answer. "Um... because it's not appropriate that I'm being kept here, and I want to talk to the person in charge for a reasonable negotiation." Apparently, her choice of long words were confusing the boy... way to go, talking with children, she inwardly scolded herself. "I don't really understand what you mean..." he said. "But I heard from Suigetsu that you were trying to steal something..." "The nerve of that bas- master!" Izumi rushed in to correct herself. At which, the boy started laughing. It was more of a giggle, actually, but the jounin could tell that the invisible barrier between them had just cracked. "You know," she said non-chalantly. "You still didn't tell me your name." The blue haired boy offered her a smile. "It's Mitsuki." "What a beautiful name. You said you were the son of...?" "Yup, my dad runs here," Mitsuki said brightly. "He is a great scientist. But..." his face fell a little then. "I don't have many friends here..." "You are the only child here then?" "Yup." The kunoichi smiled a little herself when she heard that, at least that was some kind of a relief. "Well... I can be your friend if you want." And the smile widened a little. "I would love that." Before any of them could say anything more, there were footsteps and they heard a voice. "That's enough, Mitsuki." Mitsuki immediately tensed at hearing the voice, something that pulled at Izumi in all the wrong ways. Was that the kid's father then, the person in charge here? The redhead gulped, not having difficulty in guessing who that could be. And indeed, a tall man with long black hair stepped out of the shadows. The first thing the kunoichi immediately noticed was that he had the same eyes with Mitsuki. "Go to your room. Now." the man said in a calm but cold tone to the young boy. Mitsuki gulped, gave a quick nod and then hurried away, without another glance at her. Despite having heard about the countless stories centering around this man, this was the first time Izumi met the infamous ninja - one of the three legendary sannins of Konoha. He was indeed an intimidating sight, especially with the calculating and chilling look in his snake-like golden eyes... but she was determined not to show how she was so unnerved by the mere sight of him. Instead, in an attempt to look braver than she felt... she spoke. "So what, couldn't handle your son making a new friend? Seems like the poor child needs it." "Do not forget the position you are in." With that, Orochimaru put a hand on the bars and leaned forward, and it became even harder for her to keep her composure when their eyes locked. God, how could he have such an effect on her...? "You are on no grounds to make friends here." "Then give me back the sword that belongs to Kiri, and I'll go my way." Izumi gallantly spoke, still trying to cover her fear. "You will not get anything from here. If you do not let go of your claim... be my guest to stay here forever." The threat was nothing light. With that, the sannin turned on his heels and started walking away. The kunoichi just gaped after him for a while, unbelievable, but then she hit the bars with all she had, frustrated. "COME BACK! LET ME OUT!!" [Flashback] Orochimaru sighed inaudibly as he looked at the sleeping form of his son. This was becoming harder than he expected. He had watched his son sleeping countless times before, had he not? This time should not be different. But he wasn't able to come up with any words. Standing there for a couple more minutes, he finally took the few steps, going to the window. Staring out of it, he started speaking. "Tonight, I am going to finish the job I started. Tonight, there will be one less vermin walking this earth." Admitting to that fact seemed to give him the motivation he was looking for. "I will let you know that I never expected to have you." He didn't know where those words were coming from... which wasn't something that ever happened to him. "I did create Log merely to serve my own purposes. And he did well, he was disrespectful to say the least, but never disobedient. I did not imagine needing a second ch-" he stopped himself there, thinking the word over. "-soldier." he concluded. "But then you came to me... when I least expected, you came to me. And I did not know what to do with you. For the first time in my life, the things I experienced treaded an unknown path, a path that I did not intend to choose." Maybe it was best not to bring it up that if it was not for his brother... he wouldn't be here... "But you were an interesting creature... even from your birth, you were one of a kind." He folded his arms, his gaze turning distant, remembering... "You intrigued me, made me wish to learn all I can from you, about you... Little by little, you made me realize that... it might not actually be bad to... have a child..." Finally, he turned to face Mitsuki again, not knowing what else to say, already feeling like... he most likely said too much. But also feeling like he should come up with a finale... "Tonight's victory is only going to be complete... when you wake up... for I have the feeling that I still have quite a few to learn from you." He walked forward, getting closer and closer to the bed. "And I know you will come back." He put his hand, gently, on Mitsuki's forehead. "...because you are my son." ... The cemetery of Konohagakure was quiet today. It wasn't like the young boy was complaining about it, though, no. He liked to be alone next to his parents, away from the loud brats who wouldn't understand what the gravestones or death meant, or those who would wail so loudly that it felt like his ears were bleeding. No, it was best that he would be left alone in his own thoughts. Honestly...? Right now, he needed it. Ichiro sighed as he reached forward and put a hand on the soil, caressing it a bit. "I wonder what you guys would've told me if you could see me now... I guess I'm... quite the disappointment..." Another sigh... this talk wasn't going to be smooth, he knew it, but still... "I... just don't know what to do..." he admitted, the look in his eyes distant. "For all my life, after you left... grandpa became my only anchor... He raised me, I never even thought to question his moralities... It was 'Ichiro, do this,' and whatever it was... it would be done, no hesitation. Because... grandpa couldn't do anything wrong, right?" A long pause followed his words as the teen hung his head, his face hidden by the curls framing it. "I... did something very... very wrong..." he mumbled at last, not looking up. "And not just me, I dragged others into it..." His free hand clasped on the trinkets on his wristband... a memoir from his mother. Ichiro closed his eyes tight as the images of his parents flashed before his eyes, as clear as he remembered them... smiling encouragingly, congratulating him for the graduation from the academy - with flying colors, too. How he wished he could take these memories back... "Please forgive me..." he whispered, his hold tightened even more now. "I wasn't the son you wanted me to be..." He wasn't honest, he wasn't fair, he wasn't helpful and understanding to the less fortunate... all the things his father praised to be the treats of a true member of the Sarutobi. If nothing, the crushing fact that he had let his father down weighed upon him as he stood there. "Show me a sign..." he said, his voice low. "Show me a way to become better than what I am, better than what grandpa made out of me... To at least make up a little..." A cool breeze rushed past the trees, picking up some snowflakes from the ground and swirling them around. The teen allowed himself to just... not think for a moment, to just get lost in the nothingness... "Ichiro?" That voice had caught him off-guard. His eyes snapped open and he immediately looked back, although of course, he had long recognized who it belonged to. Which wasn't a big surprise, really. He knew that the third lord's grave wasn't too far away. "What do you want? Or am I not free from my training even here?" his tone was coated with sarcasm as he turned away to look at his parents' graves again. How much of it did he hear...? Konohamaru raised an eyebrow - he hadn't much time to speak with Ichiro after lord seventh's interview, the teen had been on a mission the next day and he had his own duties... hardly pressing as a sensei, he would say. "I just thought I would say hi." "Well, now you said it." The jounin sighed, looking on the ground, honestly feeling a little... exasperated. How was he even going to connect to this boy when he didn't know how to approach him...? All his attempts seemed to fail. "Look, Ichiro..." he finally said, raising his head to look at the back of the boy. "I know we had a rocky start and I know it's hard for you to accept the situation and come to terms with my current position..." The teen honestly couldn't help but think how he was very much off the mark. "But as long as you want that too, I'm willing to overlook that." Konohamaru paused, measuring his next words carefully, so as not to multiply the distance he was trying to close. "I want to offer you a fresh start, as if nothing happened previously. What do you say to that?" And once again, the teen was silent as he looked at the two graves. 'Seriously? THIS is supposed to be the sign?' A new resolution being shaped in his mind, Ichiro turned to the jounin and for once, his look wasn't hostile or hateful... it held the accepting that took too long to build. "Yes, I would like that." ... They had no idea the afternoon would come with a surprise. Team Konohamaru was called for another mission - one that didn't require a third man to join their cell. They were back in the grade school, supervising children for one period. It had been a little harder than they originally thought. The first thing the kids asked was where Mitsuki was - of course, the food team wasn't complete without him. It had been hard for both Boruto and Sarada to explain their friend's absence, they ended up just loosely answering that he was recovering after he got hurt protecting the village - pretty much what Boruto told his sister. The kids had been a little grumpy after that, but all in all, it was a quiet period in which they mostly did reading. All things aside, the Uzumaki could easily say that he was glad when the bell rang. "Onii-chan! Sarada nee-chan!" Startled out of his thoughts, the blond turned at the same time with his friend to see Himawari approaching them with a big smile, tailed by a female sensei who had mid-length brown hair and a very tiny figure. Hima seemed excited as they came to a stop in front of them. "Hi, Himawari." Boruto said, just seeing his little sister lightening him up. Then he looked at the woman. "And you must be...?" "Aburame Anzu, I'm your sister's homeroom teacher." she replied pleasantly. "Aburame?" Sarada joined in the conversation. "You are Shino-sensei's wife, right?" "Indeed, I am." she offered them a smile. "Himawari here had quite the idea to motivate the students to do something collective." A shadow passed over her face. "I have heard about your friend... I'm sorry-" "But anyway," the younger sibling cut in immediately. "Anzu-sensei told us about that myth where you write get-well wishes on some paper... animals, and if we get enough of them... our wish will be granted!" "Well, it's more like what she said, really... a myth. But in any case, I think this is a great opportunity to let the children to emphatize." "So? What do you think?" Hima practically chirped in excitement, looking really proud of herself. Boruto and Sarada looked at each other. "Well, count me in." the black haired girl said at last, with a warm smile. "I will make one of those paper animals myself." ... "Yeah, we will eliminate that low-life tonight... any idea how we're gonna get him out first?" Log was losing his patience with Orochimaru - and that was putting it lightly. It was easy saying they would kill Takeru - of which he sounded so damn sure - but they weren't informed of any sort of plan. It was either he didn't make one, or for some reason, his creator was playing it close to the vest. Either way, he was successful at pissing him off. "If you have any ideas yourself, feel free to share." the sannin snapped back, almost equally annoyed. "That place is a stronghold - unless you are planning to set off a bomb or something, I can't see anything working out. Sure, we can get in disguised as another prison guard, but we need a distraction to get him out of the prison first and out of the village second - which he is not gonna be quiet about anyway. It can backfire on us in the blink of an eye!" "Bah, I don't think anyone in this village will mourn the loss of him anyway," Suigetsu said matter-of-factly. "Holding their reputation is important. Letting a prisoner be kidnapped is one way to tarnish it." "I'm pretty sure they can cover it, Log." Juugo put in. Just when Log opened his mouth to yet again say something, there was a knock on the door, quick and curt. Everyone present in the room looked at one another, startled. The white haired man was closer to the door. After a look of confirmation from Orochimaru, his hand on the hilt of his sword and partially hiding inside the door, he pulled it open. The person didn't even wait for an invitation. Izumi fixed her fiery gaze on the sannin as she came to a stop in the middle of the room, causing everyone to look at her unbelievably. "I'm going to help you in your revenge plan." ... "What the actual fuck?!" "There is no need for such a reaction." the redheaded kunoichi was frowning slightly, almost unapprovingly at Log. "And who the hell are you to determine that?" "Excuse me but can I second that statement? What the actual fuck?" This came from Suigetsu... naturally. "We are supposed to trust this Kiri woman out of everyone?!" "No one said such a thing." the sannin was losing his patience - which was to say something, with everything that was going on this day. He thought he had made his point very clear back in his son's room - this woman was not welcome in any of their lives. "You are not involved in this plan and you will never be. Leave. now." Izumi straightened her back, looking squarely in his eyes. "I have a plan to get that guy out of the prison without him suspecting anything. I can at least do that much, can't I?" "Bullshit." The older clone was clearly beyond this by now. "So how is your planning going?" The Kiri kunoichi, on the other hand, was not fazed at all, more like completely ignoring him. "None of your damn business." "It is my damn business if it involves Mitsuki." "Orochimaru-sama..." Karin's voice was just a little hesitant as she interjected. "Maybe we should hear her out first before readily dismissing the idea?" "You gotta be kidding me!" Suigetsu exclaimed. "I second Karin on this one," Juugo put in. "Orochimaru-sama, we keep drawing blanks. It might be good to get a second opinion." The sannin didn't say anything as he kept glaring at those blue eyes, which shone with determination and stubbornness... ... "Hey! At least bring me some coffee once in a while!" Takeru called out to whichever guardian that could hear him - not that they would respond, to be honest, but he was getting damn bored and these people were so easy to annoy, just like that Hiraku wimp from Kumo. Being a rogue nin and talking about morals... Yeah, right. What a joke. They didn't even have a choice. After the downfall of Orochimaru, that despicable man who built Otogakure as a research lab, they were attacked and ruined on a non-existent excuse. The clans had to stick together and so they did - for decades now. All with the hope that one day they will have enough funds to build their own - real - village. And just when they were given the funds and promise to achieve their dream... Only with the condition of murdering Uzumaki Naruto... it had to come all crashing down. All because of one worthless brat... A sudden sound caught his attention and the Shiin's head immediately snapped up, catching a shadow move just in time. "Who is that?" he immediately asked, and hated the fact that his voice sounded at least a little panicky. What was this, was he still afraid of the sannin came knocking on his door? After more than a week? "You better have brought that coffee of mine." he sneered. Yes, he was still afraid. And then... a woman walked out of the shadows, and Takeru's jaw literally dropped to the floor. She... she was goddamn beautiful. Her hair held the fire from the torches in an enchanting way, and even when she didn't really meet his eyes,  what he saw was breathtaking. "Hot damn," Takeru muttered with a low whistle. "Alright, now, this is ten times better than a coffee." A smirk was formed on his lips as the woman stepped in front of his cell bars. "Were you sent here to entertain me, hot stuff?" "You'll find out you have no time for that." the stranger said with a cool and indifferent tone, looking straight into his eyes. "Master Nobukazu sent me here to retrieve you. I have news from the Sound." Takeru's eyes flew open when he heard that. Shiin Nobukazu, the leader of their clan... If he, out of all people, went into trouble to send a spy to Konoha out of all the villages... this should be something really big. Wait for a moment though... "Anyone can know the name of my clan's leader," he said, frowning slightly. "How exactly should I trust you to be sent directly from him?" "I'm a free merchant," the woman shrugged. Then her gaze turned serious. "-who happened to come upon what's left of your clans two days ago." This last part made everything come to a stop as the brunet gaped at the woman. "What... the hell are you talking about?!" "Oh. So you haven't heard." She got closer to the bars, and instinctively, he was drawn closer too. "Konoha ninjas went there more or less a week ago and burnt the whole place down in retribution." "That's a lie!" Takeru hit the bars, hard, with his hand, but the woman stood her ground. "We aren't weak, we got stronger, we would stand up against them!" It couldn't happen, not again... "Only about fifty people survived from the four clans. They are planning a counter-attack, but master Nobukazu asked me to retrieve you too. He said you would play an important role." "God damnit!" A laugh escaped from the man's mouth, almost hysteric. "And what does he think I can do from here?! Does it look like I can get out of here anytime soon?!" "That's why I'm sent." The redhead put a finger on the bars and traced it over, almost seductively. "If you trust me, just for a little bit... I can get you out of here." "Hell yeah I can trust you." was the first thing to come out of his mouth and he didn't bother to stop himself now, it's not like such a beautiful woman wouldn't fall for his charm and lie to him... "Alright sweet cheeks... get me out of here." He wondered for a moment whether the smile she gave him was indeed a cold one... but in the next, he disregarded it as a trick of the light. A sickly green, dense liquid began forming on the woman's fingertips and as the metal started to sizzle, Takeru stood back, gaping in wonder. "Acid release...?" The redhead's smile only grew sly. "That's why I was sent." ... It had struck him weird how easily they seemed to slip out of the facility - like none of the guards were on watch. Which couldn't possibly be true - guardians were on their necks even in the free period. "Hey, I'm not sure..." "...of what?" the myseterious woman turned to gaze at him in the dark. And once again, he didn't know what to say for a moment. "Ugh... I don't even know your name...?" It should've been the least of his worries and in a way it was... only he was trying not to sound too suspicious. "Akiyama Izumi. Do you feel better now?" "Maybe." A smirk accompanied his tone. "And maybe I will feel even better to have you in my bed after we get our revenge." "I guess that all depends on whether or not you will survive it." "Hah, don't underestimate me hot stuff. I'm pretty strong, that was the reason I was chosen for the Konoha mission." "For all your big talk, you still seem timid around me. Why?" "Hey, anyone with half a brain would be..." timid wasn't the right word here. "...cautious. Why isn't there anyone around anyway?" "It's because we're about to reach the meeting point." They walked in silence for a little more, and the forest surrounding them grew thicker and thicker... until he began to see a clearing up ahead. And saw a shadow moving, fast, in the clearing. "Whoa, wait-" "Just a little more." the woman goaded. And as soon as they stepped into the clearing... he came face to face with the man he most feared in the world. Gasping, Takeru turned back... only to meet the now icy gaze of the woman who brought him here. Jerking her hand away from him in one quick motion, Izumi pushed him forward, right at the feet of Orochimaru. Scrambling up to his feet again, he turned back... the woman was gone, and in her place was a huge, fierce looking man with orange hair. He turned again... this time to bump into a white haired man with a huge, cleaver like sword... just looking at it made his blood run cold... He had nowhere else to run to, they had closed in. Scared witless as he was of him, Takeru still directed his words to the sannin. "I guess you're gonna do the same thing you did to Goro. Rip me apart and be over with it." "I'm not the one who will determine your fate." One look from the sannin to his subordinates, and Takeru saw no more. ... When he opened his eyes... for a moment, he thought he lost his mind. This... couldn't be, it just couldn't be, this was insane. Yeah, he knew that brat somehow managed to survive, but to be up on his feet, right in front of him, like some kind of... "Demon...!" the word he thought sprung to his lips as he reeled back in horror. A cold, dangerous smirk made its way on that pale face. "Funny you should say that. Because I'm about to turn this place into your hell." And that was when he started noticing other things. The boy... well, it wasn't a boy, more like a young adult - so much so that he wondered how come he didn't notice it before. His eyes were sharper, with a long slash mark on his right chin, directly under his eye. The man blew a puff of smoke right in his face. "I take it that you noticed the similarities?" he said almost non-chalantly, but his voice still sent shivers down the brunet's spine. "You didn't figure the boy you almost killed would have family, did you?" He didn't have time to react. The hard kick that was delivered to his chest made him fly away and bump into a tree, knocking the wind out of him. Short of breath, he glanced up at the young man, who had taken a pack of cigars from his pocket and was looking in it. "I have five of them left and I'm a slow one. Which would give you about forty minutes to entertain me." He looked at him with some kind of greed, no, lust... lust for blood in his eyes. "Because I am not gonna kill you until I finish all of them." He leaned forward in an attack position, golden eyes glinting poisinously in the dark. Turning away, the only thing Takeru could do was run. ... Before he completely succumbed to the mind of the predator, Log remembered feeling thankful to Orochimaru for giving him this chance. Well, it wouldn't matter. He had started preparations even before he learned about his creator's plan. Whether the sannin liked it or not, he was going to fight this man himself. If anything, he owed his little brother that much. He couldn't protect him, at least he could avenge him. He could cease the existence of those who tried to put out the one light in his life. His eyes, adjusted to darkness from creation, had no trouble tracking the low-life. His prey breathing heavily wasn't much of a help to the guy either. For all his big talk, he was an amateur; if anything, he was making his job easier. In the middle of his flight, the Oto ninja suddenly turned and threw a barrage of kunais at him. Taking his sword out in one quick motion, the older clone made a long slash with it - knocking the kunais in midair and sending a gust of wind towards his opponent. Takeru dodged, put a hand on a tree trunk and twirled around, putting his other hand on earth in the process. Suddenly, the earth became mud under his feet. Not losing his composure, Log let the sensation completely engulf him, more and more... until he became the snake. The beast slid into the ground, along with the sliding earth, finding its way easily through the soil. His smell had enhanced in this stage, he had no trouble pinpointing the exact location. The brunet yelped in panic and jumped back as a huge snake sprung from the depths of the earth, baring its fangs at him and snapping them close just inches away from his face. He barely had time to avoid the next attack - his eyes widened as the beast turned into the vicious young man, who now swung his sword at a much closer distance. Takeru instinctively held his arm up, and felt the sharp pain of the cut. In the next moment... he was howling in searing agony. Hearing that, the older clone smirked with delight. That was an added bonus to his sword for this day only. He had dipped it into a salty substance, made sure that the crystalline material stuck enough to the blade. Oh no, he wasn't going to give this bastard an easy way out. Dodging another barrage of kunais, he jumped on a tree, noticing then that he had just finished his first cigarette. Damn, he was getting ahead of himself. He threw the butt away and lit another cigarette, then lunged forward. Recovering a little, the Oto ninja wasn't unprepared this time. Paper bombs went off all around them, lighting up the area. Being trained as good as he was, the blue haired man was caught by the last echo of the blast, but he quickly got up to his feet, only with a faint stinging feeling on the back of his hand. He charged forward... He was faster - naturally. Once, twice, three times... they were shallow cuts and nowhere near where they could cause real damage, but he had delivered a series of twenty-five cuts when his second cigarette went off. As he contently lit up the third one, the man's screaming sounded like music to his ears. Several shurikens attached to tiny strings flew towards him, wrapping themselves around a tree just behind him. Before he knew it, high pitched ringing sounds deafened his ears, and Log had to cover them as it created a splitting headache. And in that moment, his opponent counter-attacked. Well, as long as his distraction worked, he was quite fast. Log barely had time to raise his sword, and he felt a cut on his arm. Their weapons clashed, and in the next opening he had, he slashed at Takeru. With a poof sound, a stump stood in the place of the man. Substitution technique. "Now I'm seriously pissed," he mumbled to himself, looking at the cigarette butt that lied sliced in half on the ground. "You made me waste my smoke." He lit another one and looked around... the man was nowhere to be seen. At first a frantic thought crossed his mind - what if the man had escaped? These weren't really attack maneuvers - they were more evasive measures. It would be wiser to hightail it out of here rather than facing an opponent he can't beat... But thinking more clearly... he calmed down. Yeah, he didn't deliver a mortal blow, but with those cuts, that lowlife couldn't go too far. It was more likely that he was buying himself time. Taking a breath out of his cigarette, he let it out in one long blow and closed his eyes, listening... If he couldn't trust his sight, he still had his hearing. After listening intently for a moment, he had found his prey. The Oto ninja didn't even understand what happened next, it was so fast and he was so out of it. Log delivered another series of quick blows, twenty-five precise cuts. By the end of it, Takeru didn't even have the strength to scream anymore. As the blue haired man dropped in front of him, gazing at him with intense disgust... the brunet instinctively did something he never thought he would do in his life... covered in his own blood, in unimaginable pain... "Please... kill me..." In the process of lighting his last cigarette, Log paused and lifted an eyebrow. This... man... was honestly begging for mercy...? He was looking in the golden eyes hopefully... Just one quick thrust of that sword and it would be over... one quick blow... That hopeful look turned to relaxation as the young man raised his sword, high. After looking at him for a minute, the blue haired man brought it down, hard... the Oto ninja closed his eyes, waiting for the salvation... "No. You're not worth it." His eyes snapping open, the brunet watched in horror as the predator turned away and started walking in the opposite direction. "Wait!" Ears deaf to his cries and pleas, Log took out a paper bomb and placed it on a tree - not too near Takeru as if it would blow him to pieces, but not too far either, so that the flames could reach him quickly enough. Taking one last breath from the final cigarette in his pack, he dropped it near the bomb and jumped towards the trees, listening closely as the bomb went off and loud screams mixed into the crackling fire in a matter of seconds.        

[elliotthezubat]

DEATH CITY DAYS CHAPTER 68

Christmas is well on the way, as are plots in the shadows...

*SPLAT* twain: >3< WHAT THE- Steinbeck: "Snowball." twain: oh, it is on! >8D Steinbeck: "Unlikely. Ebie, now!" ebie: *TOSSES A BUNCH OF SNOWBALLS AT HIM* twain: oh shi- *SPLAT SPLAT SPLAT* Steinbeck: *shields himself with vines while tossing more snowballs at Twain from the other side* twain: *LE TOSS* sawyer: *piloting the snowball* YAHOO! huck: *deadpan* wheeeee. Steinbeck: o_o; "Oh...grapenuts." -BLAM- Steinbeck: *slow-motion* "Nooooooo--" *crash* twain: *finger guns and blows the tips like a gun* hehe~ ^^ Steinbeck: *covered in snow* "...Phooey." -elsewhere- Hyde: *singing a carol* julian: *decorating* kranz: ^^ licht: *in angel costume* Hyde: "??? ...If an angel is dressed as an angel, is that redundant?" licht: only as redundant as an idiot dressed as an idiot....oh wait. that's just you. Hyde: "...I will unleash a yuletide of pain onto you if you disrupt the holiday cheer like that again." licht: bring it. -elsewhere- Hibana: *humming as she hangs up mistletoe* gabriella: *smooooch* Hibana: .\\\. "Oh, you sneaky elf~" *hug* -elsewhere- Jacqueline: "Warm enough?" *has her arm turned into a lantern* kim: ah, nice and toasty. ^^ Jacqueline: ^^ "At least I'm useful for that..." blair: hey girls~ hope you dont mind me dropping in~ Jacqueline: "Oh, Blair! How are you?" blair: just in the neighborhood, nyan~ Jacqueline: "We were just baking some cookies. Want one?" -elsewhere- Izuku: "When will you be back from Florida?" tsuyu: probably by christmas. Izuku: "...Ah...I hope it's a fun trip." ^\\^ -elsewhere- Bakugo: "..." *glaring at his medal* Mitsuki bakugou: i knew you had it in you, son! *pats his back hard. Bakugo: *grumble grumble* "This isn't a victory--it's a participation trophy..." mitsuki bakugou: ?? Bakugo: "That icy-hot bastard didn't hit me with all he had! He wimped out at the end and wouldn't use his fire! This medal is a badge of shame that All Might shoved into my mouth like I'm some dog!" mitsuki bakugou: is that it? Bakugo: "No! I can keep complaining for days about this indignity!" mitsuki bakugou: well then challenge him to a fight then! Bakugo: "GOOD IDEA!" *opens his phone, looks up--* "...I NEVER GOT HIS NUMBER!" -elsewhere- Shamrock: *moving plants inside* lavender: *enjoying some coffee* Belkia: "--then we can have a snow flurry right here during the big number--" Higan: *sketching* tsubaki: *asleep under the kotatsu* Black Star: =w= Sakuya: "..." *snaps a pic* -elsewhere- Iida: "..." mrs iida: ..... Iida: "..." *pats her shoulder* mrs iida: *sniff* first you...now tensei...*crying into her hands* Iida: "..." *hug* mrs iida: *whimper* Iida: "I'm sorry..." mrs iida: *sniff* i worry so much that something like this would..... Iida: "...I never thought..." -elsewhere- Sho: "..." *touches his chest* dahlia: young master sho? Sho: "...Yes?" dahlia: is something troubling you? Sho: "...Have you ever listened to your heartbeat?" dahlia: ...... Sho: "It's like a small flame, growing and shrinking with each breath." dahlia:... i see. Sho: "So easy to snuff." -elsewhere- shinra: *wakes up screaming* Relan: "!!! Shinra!" Akitaru: "What is it?!" iris: shinra! are you ok? shinra: *shaking and crying* Relan: "..." *pats his back* Akitaru: "It's okay, son..." shinra: i-it hurts... Relan: "...Physical, or emotional?" shinra: i-....i dont know. Relan: "...We're here...We'll do whatever we can." -elsewhere- Poe: =w= rowena: *decorating* Poe: "..." *puts on a Santa cap* lana: hehe ^^ Poe: ^\\\\^ "I-I just like Christmas..." *serious sad face* "Even though only loneliness awaits me..." lana: well, we'll make sure that doesnt happen. Poe: "..." *smiles* "Th-Thanks..." *smooch* lana: hehe~ karl: *holding a stick...with mistletoe attached* Poe: O_o; "...Karl, that is incredibly talented." lana: *smooooooooooch* rowena:.... ^^ (thinking: success!) Poe: O\\\\\\O "..." =\\\\\= ("I'm not complaining...") -elsewhere- Lucy: "..." *hugs her knees to her chest* T_T -knocks- Lucy: "...It's open." atsushi: hey lucy. *smiles* Lucy: "..." *weak smile* "Hi, Atsushi." atsushi: everything ok? Lucy: "..." *shakes her head 'no'* "...Holidays are cold..." atsushi:....*wraps his arm around her* Lucy: T\\\T "...Christmas is tough." atsushi: *nods* we didnt get to celebrate it back at the orphanage.....did you get to celebrate with the guild? Lucy: *nods* "That...was my first real Christmas. I miss the gift exchanges...If I ever got Edgar, or if he ever got me, the books we traded were so good to read." atsushi: *listening* Lucy: "Fitzgerald...would get quiet, but he put in a lot of money into the festivities. Hawthorne would say a prayer--that few but Steinbeck would listen to. Miss Alcott would make delicious gingerbread cookies. Herman would read old Christmas tales..." atsushi: sounds like fun. im kind of jealous. Lucy: "I mean, the Agency does things for the holidays, right?" atsushi: i guess so. i mean, im still new here...i think kunikida did mention preparations for the agency christmas party. you're welcome to join in too. *smiles* Lucy: *smiles* "That would be nice..." *pushes her hair aside* "Um...Aren't some going to be a little...crazed at a party?" Akutagawa: *hiding in the bushes* atsushi: not sure....it's....actually my first. *blushes* Akutagawa: "...?!!!!" Lucy: "I guess I have more experience..." *holds his hand* "I'll be there to guide you through it." Akutagawa: *violent shaking* atsushi: ./////. um... o-ok. Lucy: *smiles, cheek smooch* "And if you can't handle it, you can pull out at any time." Akutagawa: *grinding his teeth* atsushi: r-right... .////.;; Lucy: "??? Are you okay?" atsushi: of course! never better! hahaha! owo;;; Lucy: "Well, good. Hey, I know! We can try some practice." Akutagawa: "..." *the bushes are shaking leaves off* atsushi: !!!....akutagawa, we know its you! Lucy: "...What?" Akutagawa: "WHAT LEWD THINGS ARE YOU DOING WITH THAT HARLOT?!" atsushi: NOTHING LEWD! WE WERE TALKING ABOUT CHRISTMAS PARTIES! Lucy: "..." *turns her head slowly to look at Akutagawa...then slowly turns her head back to Atsushi--with a slasher smile* "HOW LONG DID YOU KNOW HE WAS THERE...?" Akutagawa: *SLASHER GLARE AT ATSUSHI* *summons Rashomon* atsushi: I JUST NOTICED HE WAS THERE! I HEARD THE BUSHES, LETS RUN! Lucy: "NO! I'M GOING TO KNOCK SOME SENSE INTO HIM, THEN I'M GOING TO SPANK YOUR BEHIND FOR EMBARRASSING ME LIKE THAT!" Akutagawa: "YOU LET HER SPANK YOU?!" *sends Rashomon at Atsushi* -one wacky chase scene later- Akutagawa: *panting, doubled-over* "Ah...ah...Wh-Where did they go?" Lucy: *opens door to Anne's room* atsushi: he's still out there.....this is just sad. Lucy: "Yeah, well, we can figure that out later. Now let's just get inside and--" *SLICE* Lucy: O______O *a bit of her hair falls down* atsushi: O_O OHJEEZNO *picks her up and runs in, slamming the door shut* O_O;;; are you ok, lucy?? Lucy: O_______O;;; "..." *looks at Atsushi* .\\\\\. "...I think so. You can put me down now." atsushi: oh. right... .....*sigh* he's not getting any better. Lucy: "...No. Why is he doing this again..." *sits on a fluffy couch* atsushi: well, i dont know if anyone is helping him, and we cant just waltz in and ask. i hate to say this, but looks like we'll have to take matters into our own hands. Lucy: "I'm open to suggestions." atsushi: cant believe im suggesting this. and i may need to be punched.....maybe we should try befriending him? if you wish to punch me, go ahead, get it out of your system. *arms wide open* Lucy: "..." *grabs him by the collar* atsushi: >~< *braces for impact* Lucy: *wraps her other arm around him, hugging* atsushi: O/////O *blinks* um... Lucy: "You're so foolish that you circle around to self-sacrificing." atsushi: um... thank you. i think? Lucy: *smooch* atsushi: O////////////////////////////////O *melting into a tiger puddle* awawawawawawa Lucy: "?!!! P-Pull yourself together, stupid." >\\\< -elsewhere- Gin: "...No." higuchi: ?? Tachihara: "Come on, man! She was totally into me." Gin: "N. O." higuchi: whats up, guys? Tachihara: "Asking Gin for advice to get that girl I met again." higuchi: of course. -_-; i swear, your dick has a mind of its own. ayako: it's like its a parasite attached to his body! Tachihara: "Then I guess she was into what was on my mind..." ^^ hirotsu: tachihara, just....go lay in the snow for a while. Tachihara: >3< "Just jealous I got a hottie..." *walks away* Gin: "...I think we need a re-order of sale peter." hirotsu:......*takes a long drag on his cig* *sigh* i think he just has commitment issues....and overactive hormones. Gin: "Then commit him." *holds up paperwork and a pen* "Just need your signature." hirotsu:..... *blink* -elsewhere- FD: "..." <Did you all think I would not see this?> *holds up newspaper headline* katya: owo; pushkin: o w o;;; leo: <i tried to talk them out of it...> Ivan: O_O <I-I was just trying to please you, Master--> FD: <How does driving a...> *struggles to pronounce <...zam-boo-nee...help us? Katya!> katya: *sweating* leo: <im so sorry sir, but please, dont punish her. punish me instead.> FD: <...> *removes a blade* leo: .... FD: <Where shall I cut?> leo:.... <wherever you deem fit.> Ivan: Q____Q *whispers to Katya* <Shouldn't we do something?> katya: .... *looks down* *STAB* leo: grk- FD: *stabs more deeply* <What have we learned? Pushkin!> pushkin: <we wont do it again, boss!> FD: "No. You won't." *removes his blade, shoves Leo's body into Ivan's arms* Ivan: *catch* Q_Q leo: ah.... o///////o FD: "Clean her up. And keep the blood off the floor. You're all confined to your rooms." pushkin: TT3TT katya: 7n7 leo: .//////. Ivan: Q_Q *awkwardly moves Leo* "D-Don't bleed too much, please..." leo: @////////////////////////@;;;; Ivan: "We'll change your clothes, bandage you up, give you a good scrub--" leo: *explosion off her head* FD: -_-; <Please don't make her explode.> leo: *bright pink in the face* x////////////////////////////////////////////x Ivan: <Yes, sir. I'll make sure she is well taken care of--> FD: "...Katya, take care of Leo." katya: <i think vachenka's got it covered.> FD: *stare* katya: <alright! alright! i'll handle it!> *pushing leo over to the other room* pushkin: ._. Ivan: "???" pushkin: <so, do we just wait out here or-> FD: <Go. To. Your. Rooms.> pushkin: <YESSIRCOMEONGONLETSGO> *absconds to his room* OwO;;;; Ivan: O~O FD: *grabs Ivan by the collar* Ivan: "Eep!" FD: *throws him into Ivan's room* yana: ?? FD: *closes the door behind him* yana:....ok. -elsewhere- Kid: *looking outside* lord death: *putting up christmas lights* Kid: *turns back* "May I help you with the lights?" lord death: oh? sure thing, kiddo! ^^ Kid: *grabs a string* "..." *smiles* "It's a good season..." -elsewhere- Akutagawa: *growls* naoya: how was your day, akuta? Akutagawa: "..." *small sob* naoya: *pats his back* Akutagawa: "I-I-" *hic* "--just--just..." naoya: i know, i hear ya. Akutagawa: "--The tiger--and tha-that harlot doing...things." naoya: ..... Akutagawa: "He-He'll never feel like I do..." naoya:....want some tea? Akutagawa: *nod nod* naoya: ok. -elsewhere- Mikuni: *stuck in the chimney* OWO;;; lana: what the hell?! rowena: o///o; ah! Poe: "..." *grabs an axe* Mikuni: *wiggling* "N-No! I'm just your cheery neighborhood Santy Claus--" Poe: "..." *lifts the axe* "Be gone, klaw monster." rowena: D8 -elsewhere- PlushFix: "I'm your stocking stuffer~" saku: ....... mimeca: *thumbs up* ^^ hina: *sucking a candy cane, until it becomes a shank* PlushFix: "See? Everyone is in the spirit!" *pokes Saku's cheek* saku.... <idiots> kinuta: *in a ribbon bikini* PlushFix: .\\\\\\. "...That jingles my bells." saku: -_-; hina: dayum. -elsewhere- Fitzgerald: *sitting in a corner* mary: *decorating* Mr. Tsubaki: *pulling out tinsel* louisa: ^^ Fitzgerald: *he's holding a present, wrapped* bram: already wrapping gifts? Fitzgerald: *smiles sadly* "Something...I wrapped a while ago." bram: ....ah... Fitzgerald: *sets it down on the couch carefully* "Let's get to work." *smiles* -elsewhere- Spirit: "Has Izumi dropped any hints for gifts?" sachiko: she did say something about one of those digging kits. Spirit: "??? Like, for mines?" sachiko: like for gemstones. ^^ Spirit: "Oh! Shiny. I can do that..." *smooch* sachiko: ^///^ -elsewhere- Mori: *sets down paperwork* miura: ... Mori: "Have you scheduled everyone?" miura: yes, sir. Mori: "Very good. We'll begin tomorrow, bright and early. So do recharge." miura: understood. Mori: *sighs* "This will help." -elsewhere- Jacqueline: *pets Blair* blair: *in cat form* *purrs* kim: ^^ Jacqueline: *smiles at Kim* blair: i love how you did your hair, jackie. Jacqueline: ^\\\^ "Thanks...It's taken some getting used to." blair: it looks nice. ^^ Jacqueline: "...It's new for me." -elsewhere- Tool: "Hand me the tape, please." akaderu: *hands it to him* Tool: "Awesome. Thanks." *wraps up present* -elsewhere- Assi: ^^ "I think it's a cute sweater." mono: 7n7 i-it's not that i enjoy it or anything... Assi: "I thought you like asymmetrical stuff. You wear it all the time." mono: it's aesthetic! >3< Assi: "It's a good aesthetic." *cleans his glasses* mono:..... 7////7; Assi: "??? I can see your face is all red again." mono: oh hush. =3=; Assi: "??? I mean, it's cold, so it's not the heat. I'm sorry if I embarrassed you--I wasn't trying to tease." *puts on his glasses* mono: ._.; um....yeah. -elsewhere- Sakuya: *grabs another slice of pizza* "So, what's the occasion? Haven't seen you in a bit." mahiru: just thought we'd come over and visit. ^^ koyuki: ^^ ryuusei: ^^.... *glances at belkia* ?? Belkia: .__________________.;;;;;; ryuusei: have we met? Belkia: "I-I don't think so. Just one of those faces, I guess!" ^^;; ryuusei:....*shrugs and takes a slice of pizza* Sakuya: "Any plans for the holidays?" mahiru: well... Sakuya: "???" ryuusei: my family and i are going to a ski lodge. Sakuya: "Oh, that's cool....Pun totally intended." koyuki: im going with. ^^ Sakuya: *nods* "..." -elsewhere- Joker: .\\\\. scarlet:.....what? -_- ivy: is he drunk? Joker: "...I don't do well in the cold." scarlet:....*sigh* i'll turn the heater on... Joker: ^^; "I think it'd help you two, too." -morning- Chuuya: "Here's your breakfast." sonia: thanks, papa ^^ *nom* Chuuya: ^^ "Excited for today? We'll be able to pick up some gifts for Grandma." sonia: *nods* Chuuya: "What do you think Grandma would like? Some flowers?" sonia: *shrug* Chuuya: "Well, how was she during your last visit?" sonia: hmmm. Chuuya: "What were you two up to?" -elsewhere- Wes: *writing on his music sheets* liz: morning. *kiss on the cheek* Wes: ^\\\^ "Good morning." *pats her hand* "How did you sleep?" liz: pretty good, and you? Wes: "Alright...Just had a bit of inspiration and had to start putting it down...Didn't want to wake you and everyone." liz: need anything? Wes: "...Some company over breakfast?" -elsewhere- leo: ...... Ivan: *humming* leo: ?? *sitting up in bed* Ivan: "Oh, hello." *smiles* leo: good morning, vanya.... *touching where she had been stabbed* .......*mutters* not enough... Ivan: "Did you heal well?" leo:....yes. Ivan: "That's good." *picks up a tray of food* "Here you are." leo: ...*smile* thank you. Ivan: "You're welcome. Well, I had best return to tending to Master~" leo:.....right. Ivan: "I'll see you at the morning meeting..." *turns to exit* leo:......*she sighs* (thinking: even if this is as far as it will go, i'll accept it.) Ivan: *reaches for the door--and trips* leo: ah! vanya! *walks over to him* are you alright?? D8> Ivan: *looks up, smiles* "J-Just clumsy on this rug, I guess..." *his nose bleeds slightly* leo: *offering him tissues* Ivan: *takes them, wipes his nose* "Thanks." -elsewhere- Todoroki: *jogging* yuuji: *walking* Todoroki: *spots Yuuji* "..." yuuji:...hmm? oh. hey. Todoroki: "...Hello...I saw you at the Festival." yuuji: yea, same here.....congrats on second. Todoroki: "...Thank you...Good work at handling security with Mr. Aizawa." yuuji: thanks. it's tougher than it looks. Todoroki: "I can imagine. Especially with the attack on the city." yuuji: yeah..... Todoroki: "...You will be back at school after the break?" yuuji: where else would i be? Todoroki: "...Sorry. Was just curious." yuuji: hmm.... Todoroki: "...Holiday plans?" yuuji: ....not really. Todoroki: "...I...am determining my own, too." yuuji: ah... Todoroki: "...I'm sure a few of my classmates will meet up. ...You would be welcomed." yuuji:....thanks. 7///7; Todoroki: *nods* "...Well, I'll leave you to your day." -elsewhere- Jacqueline: *trying on a dress* "...How is it?" kim: it looks amazing! Giriko: "...Kind of a puny tree, Preacher." justin: still, the children appreciate it, none the less. Giriko: "Yeah. About their height..." *hands Justin a bag of groceries* justin: *smiles* thank you. ^^ Giriko: "Hey, you needed some eats--and I threw in some treats for the little ones." -elsewhere- Iida: "..." momo: [hey] Iida: [hello. how are you?] momo: [busy. you?] Iida: [slept in the hospital] momo: [ah] Iida: [tensei is on numerous sedatives] "..." *remembers the screams* momo: ....*tears falling* [tenya...] Iida: *rubs his arm* [sorry. i shouldn't have mentioned it. i know you're busy] momo: [its fine.] Iida: [how are things back home?] momo: ... [just decorating for the holidays] Iida: [pictures?] -she sent an attached pic of an extravagant christmas tree in the foyer- Iida: "..." [it's beautiful] momo: [fam wanted to go all out ^^] Iida: [do they do so each year?] momo: [oh yes] Iida: [it's a big production?] momo: [yeah, haha. they're hosting a charity event in december for the city restoration project] Iida: "..." [i hope you enjoy it] -elsewhere- Akitaru: "I want you to take today off." shinra:....*nod* Akitaru: "You need anything? Something to eat?" shinra:.... Akitaru: "Shinra..." *pats his shoulder* shinra:.....*hugging his arm* Akitaru: "..." *pat pat* "It's okay...Take your time." -elsewhere- Mori: "Okay, next patient, please~" hirotsu: *draggin tachihara by the ankles* come...on! Tachihara: *clawing the floor* "I DON'T WANNA! YOU CAN'T MAKE ME! UNHAND ME, OLD MAN!" Mori: -_-;;;; hirotsu: *draaaag* tachihara, have some goddamn self respect and....get....in there! >-< *TOSSED* Tachihara: O_____O Mori: ._. *SLAM* hirotsu:.... *sweatdrop* whoops. Mori: .\\\\\. Tachihara: O_____o elise: um.... Tachihara: .___. *quickly gets off of Mori* Mori: "...Someone else can draw your blood." miura: *sigh* good grief. Tachihara: "B-Be gentle...I prefer butterfly syringes." -elsewhere- Poe: *singing lightly* rowena: *asleep* Poe: *smiles, sets a blanket over her* lana: she seems exhausted from yesterday. Poe: *nods* "...Recovery is taking time." lana:...*pats his back* Poe: "..." *holds her hand* lana:... *smiles and blushes* Poe: "Thank you." -elsewhere- Kid: *hug* stocking: ^^ <3 Kid: "You know what I want this year?" stocking: what~? Kid: "You, as you are." stocking: *smooch* you're so corny and i love it. Kid: ^\\\^ "Thank you...But I already got a gift for you..." stocking: oh? Kid: "Shhh..." *smooch* "Not until Christmas~" stocking: *mock pouting* you tease. Kid: "And you can't convince me otherwise~" *nuzzle* -elsewhere- Yohei: *rubs Chie's back* chie: thanks, yohei. Yohei: "You're welcome..." *hug* "...I'm trying to figure out what to get you." -elsewhere- FD: "..." yana: <something on your mind, boss?> *moving her piece on the board* FD: *finger along his lips* <Just considering where to position my resources.> *moves his piece* yana: <ah.> FD: <I have my eyes trained on the target. And our 'friends' will not see what comes next.> yana: <and the girl?> FD: *smiles* <We don't need to find her--when we know where she is.> -elsewhere- sonia: ....... Chuuya: "Sonia? You hardly touched your meal." sonia: .....my neck's itchy. Chuuya: "??? Here, let me take a look." -it doesnt look like anything's there...- Chuuya: "Hmmm...I don't see anything. We can try some anti-itch lotion there?" sonia: ..... Chuuya: "...Just try not to scratch your neck, okay?" -elsewhere- Vulcan: "How's he holding up?" maki: he's resting right now. otonashi's looking after him. Victor: "He was really shaken by all of that..." iris: what could have gotten into him? Vulcan: "...He's missing someone." iris: ?? Vulcan: "If the Hoods have his brother...that kind of stress would do much worse to people weaker than Shinra." iris: ...... Victor: "And how do you think he'll react if he runs into the Hoods? Or his brother?" iris: .....i think he can pull through. Vulcan: "..." *nods* -elsewhere- Sho: "..." *wipes sweat from his forehead* haumea: *looks at the dead body before her* good. again. -elsewhere- Akutagawa: "..." -knocks- Akutagawa: "...Yes?" higuchi: hey ryu, just me. Akutagawa: "..." *nods* "Hello." higuchi: how's it hanging? Akutagawa: "...What?" higuchi: how are you doing? i-it's a figure of speech. Akutagawa: "Oh...I am recuperating." higuchi: ah... Akutagawa: "...I do not know what I want." higuchi:..... *pat pat* Akutagawa: *nods* "I have been conflicted." higuchi: *listening* Akutagawa: "I thought I had reached an understanding with my feelings about the Were-Tiger." higuchi: .... Akutagawa: "Do I want to kill him, be with him..." higuchi: *nods* Akutagawa: "I _was_ better...Then I saw her." higuchi: ?? Akutagawa: "That harlot..." higuchi: hmm... Akutagawa: "I thought they were doing things together, and I just saw red." higuchi:....*sigh* Akutagawa: "...I think I need help." higuchi: hey, we're here for you, ok? Akutagawa: "..." *nods* "I appreciate that. I just think I need more." -elsewhere- mono: ….. {Mr Kuroshiro: "Merry Christmas, kiddo!"} {mono: wow!} {mrs kuroshiro: ^^} {Mr. Kuroshiro: *hands Mono a box* "Here's something from your mom and me."} mono: .....*clutching her pillow* *Some music is heard downstairs* mono: ..... *peeks out the door* mana: *decorating* saki: ^^ GET: *projecting Christmas scenes on the wall* lin-kimpur: *decorating cakes* Tool: *picks up Io* io: *giggle* Tool: "Put the topper on, Io. You can do it!" io: *put* i did it! saki: good girl, io! *hug* Tool: *hug* io: hehehe! mono: .... Yohei: "...You heading down there or what?" mono: !!! Yohei: "???" *holds up two mugs of hot chocolate* "I was going to bring this to you..." mono: um....t-thanks.... *sip*...it's good. Yohei: "You're welcome." *sips* "...Dad used to make this when I was little. I can't quite get the taste right like he could." mono: ...... Yohei: "..." *small nudge* "Your cooking skills getting any better?" -elsewhere- Joker: *sips his eggnog* scarlet: .... Joker: "...I think the cinnamon helps it." ivy: *nod* Joker: "Want more bourbon in yours, Red?" scarlet: sure. Joker: *pours some into her drink* "Any reports from Victor?" scarlet: seems kusakabe is having night terrors... Joker: "..." *pours more into his own drink* "Not good." ivy: could it be a side effect of adora burst scarlet:...... Joker: "Likely. But given those two brothers, that link between them could be worsening it." -elsewhere- Hibana: "How you girls doing?" ryuuko: well. mikami: *small nod, laying on her side* Hibana: "Still feeling a bit weak, Mikami?" mikami: ....*nod* i think im running a fever. ryuuko: do you know where our medic is?? Medic: *enters the room* "Appalling setup. Files out of order, bandages not in proper order--and I found this under a pile of papers." *holds Rino up by her collar* Rino: -_-# gabriella: ^^; she works here. Medic: "She looks overworked, exhausted--" *sniffs* "Ugh...And she needs a bath." *hands Rino to Gabriella, looks at Mikami, removes a thermometer* "Saw 'ah.'" Rino: ._. mikami: ._.; ryuuko: *sweatdrop* Medic: "...Is there a problem?" mikami: n-not at all, um... Medic: "Hmm..." *pulls out a recorder* "Patient is exhibiting flu-like conditions, including sweatiness, a temperature--" *pulls out a flashlight* "Open your mouth." mikami: e-eh?? o-o;;; ryuuko: D8< Medic: "Open your mouth so I can check whether your throat is inflamed." -elsewhere- Karim: *holding ice to his eye* "Ow..." pearl: are you sure you're alright? D8> Karim: *struggles to let out a laugh* "Nothing some pain medicine won't help..." pearl: please do be more careful. Karim: ^^; "I will...Where's that medic..." claude: you rang~? <3 Karim: "...Hi." pearl: um.... hello? claude: where's the damage, hun? Karim: *points to his eye* "Some, um, 'battle damage.'" -elsewhere- Benimaru: "..." kirei: *asleep* Benimaru: "..." *hug* kirei: u///u Benimaru: *small cheek kiss* kirei: *tiny nuzzle* Benimaru: "..." *holds her gently* -elsewhere- Emine: *looking at a broken mask* -knock- setsuna: emine? Emine: "...Yes?" setsuna: mind if i come in? Emine: "..." *sets the mask under his pillow* "It's open." setsuna: *enters* we're watching movies downstairs. arent you going to join us? Emine: "...Yes." *stands up...looks down* setsuna: ?? is something wrong? Emine: "...It's in the past." setsuna:....*pat pat* Emine: "...I...Um..." .\\\. setsuna: if you want to talk about it later, you can. -elsewhere- hirotsu: are you feeling better now, tachihara? Tachihara: TT~TT *has a bunny bandage on his arm* hirotsu: *sigh* still so childish. Tachihara: "Oh, yeah? How did you handle that big-ass needle?" hirotsu: much better than you did.... *remembering his own scream* ..... *shudder* Tachihara: TT___TT "...Can we get some cookies?" hirotsu: ...very well. (thinking: still such a child...) {hirotsu: *staring at a younger tachihara, who has him a knife point*} {Tachihara: "Don't move."} {hirotsu: dont you have anything better to do than to mug an old man?} {Tachihara: "Old man in that outfit? Obviously got cash on you. So, if you don't want to die, fork over the dollars, geezer."} {hirotsu: if you want a fight, it's a fight you have no chance of winning. in my years, i've seen a lot of shit.} {Tachihara: "Yeah, and you're full of it!" *swings his knife--*} {hirotsu: *sighs and flick*} {Tachihara: "?!!!"} {-FWOOM-} {Tachihara: *kissing brick* ( | ) _ ( | ) "..." *falls back onto the street* X_X } {hirotsu: now, what have we learned from this?} {Tachihara: …. "Bring a gun to a gunfight?"} {hirotsu: ....it's rather late, do your parents even know you're out at this hour?} {Tachihara: "..." *confident smile* "Nope! And it's cool! They're fine with it..."} {hirotsu: *raises a brow* oh?} {Tachihara: "Yep. I'm a free spirit, man. Just point me to the path, and I take it--robbing people along the way, a highwayman of these streets..."} {hirotsu: .....then why are you trembling?} {Tachihara: "..." *clutches his arm, snickers* "J-Just the excitement of battle, I assure you..." *cringing*} {hirotsu: ...you know young man, i've learned to read people's true feelings through their body motion. and i can tell you arent being completely honest with me.} {Tachihara: "Y-Yeah? You know what y-you're body language tells me? Looks like you're holding in a crap, you incontinent ass!" *dashes*} {hirotsu: *dodge and chokehold* you really werent paying attention were you?} {Tachihara: "Tch!" *choking--and spits in Hirotsu's face*} {hirotsu: ....*wipes his face* didnt your mother raise you better than this?} {Tachihara: "LIKE SHE'D GIVE A FUCK!"} {hirotsu: .....} {Tachihara: "..." *his eyes show he has been broken* "..."} {hirotsu:....*sighs and hugs* now now, it's alright.} {Tachihara: "..." *struggling to push away, even as he's crying*} {hirotsu: i think i know a place where you can feel at home...} hirotsu:...*small chuckle* Tachihara: "The heck you laughing at? Dementia kicking in?" hirotsu: oh nothing, just remembering something. Tachihara: "...'Kay..." *passes a plate of cookies to Hirotsu* -elsewhere- Sakuya: *staring outside* naho: *making snow angels* Sakuya: "..." *small smile...grabs his jacket, exits* -elsewhere- Hyde: *in his elf uniform* "Okay, so, we start having Santa meeting the kids next week?" kranz: that's right! Hyde: "Coolness!" *adjusts his left elf ear* "...You _did_ make sure a good person was hired for Santa, right?" -elsewhere- fukuzawa: .... *staring at santa suit* ranpo: .....nice. kenji: woah! Dazai: OWO *shaking excitedly* kirako: ^^; Kyoka: "...May I ask for my presents now?" -morning- Jacqueline: *yawn* kim: zzzz Jacqueline: "..." *knocks lightly on Kim's door* kim: mhn? im up. Jacqueline: "...It's my turn to make breakfast." *leans down* "What would you like?" kim: crepes please. Jacqueline: *smiles* "You got it. I'll get going--hop in the shower and get ready." -elsewhere- Kid: *adjusting his tie* stocking: busy day today? Kid: *nods* "Father wants re-building and homeless projects to have more oversight, especially ahead of holiday festivities." stocking: ah, well you do your best, ok? *kisses both cheeks* Kid: ^\\\^ "You as well. What does True Cross have in store today?" stocking: mostly just coal tar clean up in the lower districts. Kid: *nods* "Good luck." *forehead smooch* -elsewhere- Bakugo: *knocks on Todoroki family's residence* granny: yes? Bakugo: *stilted, as if memorized* "Good morning, ma'am. I wanted to know whether Shouto is in." granny: no, he isnt here. Bakugo: "Ah. Sorry to have bothered you. Have a good day." *awkward forced smile* granny: o-o; Bakugo: *turns, walks away, turns past the 7-foot fence--and once out of view, a small explosion pops up over the fence* -elsewhere- Child: *crying* "Daddy! My ball rolled under the car, and I can't reach it!" *a ball is under a parked car* -liiiiift- kenji: *holding the car up* there you go! Dad: O_______O Child: *receives the ball* "Yay! Thanks, mister!" -elsewhere- Mori: *examining blood vials* -....- Mori: *drops a bit of the vial marked I. HIGUCHI onto a slide's chemical...it starts bubbling* *Mori smiles widely* elise: ... Mori: *passes the vial* "Properly store this." miura: understood. Mori: *leans back in his chair, laughing lightly* elise: ...... Mori: "As for the other samples, secure them in a separate locker." miura: understood. Mori: "Now, then, let's greet the troops." *puts on his coat, adjusts his hair in the mirror...tenses as he sees his reflection* rintarou?: *smiling at him with a broken smile* Mori: *falls back* "No!" {ougai sr: one day, you will kill me, and take on my name, as i had done with my father, and he had done with his father before him. and you will do the same with your own child. you will pass on our legacy.} {Rintarou: "..."} {ougai sr: *smiles* come along, son, i have so much to teach you...} Mori: *hyper-ventilating* elise:........*hugs him* Mori: *shivering* elise: it's ok, rintarou. its ok. Mori: *small sob* -elsewhere- Tachihara: "..." naoya: ....? Tachihara: "Freaking sucks, man." naoya: what does? Tachihara: "Okay. So, we're busting our asses all the time--and how many of us here is in anything close to a 'healthy' relationship?" Chuuya: "..." Akutagawa: "..." naoya: ...well, gin and higuchi seem to be happy. Akutagawa: -_-; Tachihara: "And trust me, that's really hot and all--but we're not getting any of that action." Chuuya: "..." *facepalm* higuchi: .... *looks at gin* shall we? Gin: *cracking her knuckles* "Let's." -too violent- Chuuya: O_O Akutagawa: "..." *small smile* -elsewhere- Shotaro: "Mom? I'm done with laundry." setsuna: good job, showtaro. ^^ *hair ruffle* Shotaro: ^W^ "Hee hee...Glad the good deed is done." *opens a catalogue* "I was thinking about what to get you for Christmas..." -elsewhere- Patty: "Okay, children, we're going to have fun with spin art!" julie: yay! child: woohoo! Patty: *pulls out paints* "So, the device will spin that sheet of paper really fast, and if you put one drop down, it'll splatter and spin across the page to make some really out-there art!" *hands a paint bottle to Julie* -elsewhere- Relan: *pat pat* shinra:....thanks, rel. i dont know what that nightmare was about.... Relan: "Maybe it's just stress..." *hug* "We could get you some tea." shinra: i would like that. Relan: *smiles* "We got some peppermint tea..." *holds Shinra's hand* shinra: *smiles* -elsewhere- Hibana: "Has the fever gone down at all?" ryuuko: seems like it. Hibana: *sighs* "That's a relief." *pat pat* -elsewhere- Fitzgerald: "Miss Alcott?" louisa: yes? Fitzgerald: "Have you been keeping up on tasks?" louisa: yes sir! Fitzgerald: "Has Eckleberg harassed you?" louisa: oh, not at all! Fitzgerald: "Excellent! If he tries any hanky-panky, let me know, and I'll sic the hounds on him." louisa: ._.; um.. -elsewhere- Tsukiyo: "Yo, Kabuki!" kabuki: oh, hello, tsukiyo. Tsukiyo: "What you up to today?" *hopping beside him* kabuki: i might visit the hot springs later today. Tsukiyo: "..." :3 "That sounds like a good plan--I think I'll go, too!" -elsewhere- Spirit: "How you holding up?" sachiko: been busy. *sigh* Spirit: "Still tending to patients after the attack on the city?" *rubs her shoulders* sachiko: *sigh* yeah. Spirit: "You're going to need a vacation soon, too." *continues massaging* "I'll take care of dinner. Anything else I can do?" -elsewhere- Monoma: *sneaking through the bushes* reiko: looking for something? Monoma: ._.;;; "...Just...researching?" reiko: ....sure, monoma. Monoma: *holds up a notebook* "See? I write things down. I'm either researching or writing some really emo poetry." Kunikida: *walking by--and sneezes* reiko:...uuuhuh. Monoma: -_-# "Just leave me be. I see my target..." *dives back into the bushes* -elsewhere- Black Star: *jumping rope* Belkia: *already tied up by his own rope* .\\\\. Dazai: *tying his jump rope along his neck--* atsushi: DAZAI NO. Dazai: "I just want to see how sturdy these ropes are at the gym--" atsushi: DAZAI PLEASE. Dazai: -_-# "You never let me try new things." *takes off the rope, tosses it behind him, where it hits--* tamaki: GAK- atsushi: *wince* Dazai: ._.; *pats Atsushi's shoulder* "Don't look back--just walk. Walk fast." atsushi: way ahead of you. Dazai: *fast walking the heck out of there* -elsewhere- Poe: *curled up under a blanket, reading* karl: *asleep* Poe: *pets Karl as he turns the page* -elsewhere- Crona: "..." mami: *setting the tree up* Crona: "...Let me help..." *approaches* mami: *smiles* Crona: .\\\. *avoids eye contact, takes out an ornament* "This one is nice..." -elsewhere- Stein: *pushes the sample across the desk* valentine: ?? Stein: "She was here. Medusa." valentine: .... aya drevis: didnt you hit her with a van? Stein: "Yep..." aya drevis: oh. valentine: and then she flipped you off. Stein: -_-# "Yes..." -elsewhere- Medusa: *sets down Christmas cupcakes* "How are they?" neian: *nom *braaaap* ehehe! Medusa: "..." *small smile* "Well, if you like them, maybe that'll get the boss off my back." *wipes Neian's face* neian: ^u^ -elsewhere- Shousaku: "..." keek: ....... Shousaku: "..." *shivers* keek: ..... Shousaku: *looks at the walls* "...We have..." keek:.....? Shousaku: "...to get out." keek:.....*nod* Shousaku: "..." *looks at the collar around Keek's neck* keek:.....i dont....want to die.... Shousaku: "...We have to believe we won't." keek:....*trembling* Shousaku: "..." *holds her* "You have to survive." keek:....*sniffle* Shousaku: "Can you get through just one more day?" keek:.....i-i....i... Shousaku: "...Please..." keek:...o-ok... Shousaku: "..." *nods* "Just give me some time..." keek: ..... Shousaku: "..." *looks back up at the wall* keek: ...... Shousaku: "..." *stares at Keek's shoulders* keek: *she's trembling* Shousaku: "You could..." keek: ?? Shousaku: "...escape." keek: ?? h-how? Shousaku: "...We'll need to get the bomb off you first..." keek:....i dont know how... Shousaku: "...I'm trying..." keek: ...... Shousaku: "..." *pats her hand* keek:...*sniff* Shousaku: "..." *hug* keek:....*whimper* Shousaku: *pats her back* "...What song do you like?" -elsewhere- Free: "How you holding up?" milia: ok... Free: "...You seemed kind of quiet. Wanted to go out to the park?" milia: ok. Free: *hands her a coat* -elsewhere- Todoroki: *sets the flowers on the table* "...I hope they're okay." yuki:.....*small smile* Todoroki: "..." *sits across from her* "How has your day been?" yuki:....alright. Todoroki: "..." *glances at the desk* "What have you been reading?" -elsewhere- Mr. Tsubaki: *playing with a cat toy* louisa: ^^ Mr. Tsubaki: *brings the toy to Louisa, pants* louisa: *pet pet* *smiles* Mr. Tsubaki: *nuzzle* -elsewhere- Vulcan: *leaves a can of soda at his father's tombstone* yu: .... Vulcan: "..." {Young Vulcan: *stares in horror, crying*} yu:....*hug* Vulcan: "..." *pat pat* "Thanks." -elsewhere- Emine: "..." *traces a finger along the broken mask* lin: emine? Emine: "..." *looks up* "...Do you miss it?" lin: .....only if you do. Emine: "...I don't know." *looks outside, where Shotaro is tossing a snowball at Yohei* lin:....are you happy? Emine: "...I'm not sure what that even feels like. I haven't quite known since Shotaro and I were children..." *looks at her* lin: .....*hug* Emine: "..." *hugs back, dropping the mask* lin: .....u////u Emine: *pat pat* "Thank you." -elsewhere- Giriko: *staring into a pawn shop--at a guitar* twain: *looking at watches* Gopher: *sees a ring* owo kotone: *staaaaare* Gopher: "Any gift ideas, Kotone?" -elsewhere- Takehisa: "Hello, doctor." otonashi: [hello] Takehisa: "Do you have some bandages?" otonashi: *hands him some* Takehisa: "Thank you." *turns around* "Okay, hold him down." -elsewhere- Chuuya: *walking home* "..." Dazai: "Yeeeeeeeeeeello!" Chuuya: *not even stopping his walk--as he grabs Dazai by the head and flings him back into the garbage* atsushi: D8 Chuuya: "Oh, Atsushi. How are you?" Dazai: *head-deep into a garbage can* atsushi: doing well. how's sonia? Chuuya: "Quite well! She's memorizing multiplication tables." Dazai: *stumbles out of the trash, with a banana peel on his head* atsushi: wow, pretty smart for someone her age. Chuuya: "Yeah, I never got that far along at her age!" Dazai: *marching forward--when something grabs his leg* "???" atsushi: ??? Dazai: *now hanging upside down* "...Guys? I think I know where this banana peel came from." *Something big and hairy is holding Dazai by his ankles* atsushi: D8 !!! Chuuya: ._.; "...Huh. I heard the zoo had problems, but I didn't realize a gorilla esc--" *BACK-HANDED* atsushi: D8 !!!!! -later- aoi hana: i am so, SO sorry! Chuuya: *wearing a neck-brace* -_-# Dazai: *with a black eye* "Quite alright~ I never tried 'suicide by gorilla' before..." yosano: i'll handle this~ ^^ Chuuya: O_O;;; *tries to run* -elsewhere- Bakugo: "Todoroki!" *opens a classroom door* -everyone has gone home already- Bakugo: "..." *grumble grumble* *A noise comes from the closet* Bakugo: "...AH HA!" *throws open the door* student: *asleep* Bakugo: "..." *poke* student: *she blinks* what? cant a girl get some sleep? jeez. Bakugo: -_-; "In a school?" student: im going to be making a point tomorrow, and i need to sleep in here, so if you dont mind. *closes the door* Bakugo: "...Da fuck? What if you're some criminal staking out the school?!" -elsewhere- aya: zzzzz Kunikida: "..." *adjusts the blanket over her* aya: =w= Kunikida: *looks outside* -it's snowing again- Kunikida: ("Really coming down...") {Kunikida: "Aren't you cold?"} {rokuzo: nah, im good.} {Kunikida: "Hmm..." *sets down two glasses of water* "...Busy times."} {rokuzo: yeah...} {Kunikida: "...How are you getting along? I know this may be difficult..."} {rokuzo: hey, im still breathing, arent i?} {Kunikida: "..." *pats Rokuzo's back*} -elsewhere- officer: *spots chuuya* you! i know exactly who you are... Chuuya: "...?" officer: you're chuuya ozaki! you won first place in the NOT/ALT sports battle festival! Chuuya: .\\\\. "...Yep. That's me. Hi." officer: my kids loved watching you! they mimic your special move all the time! Chuuya: "...Oh, that's...an honor, really." ^^; ("...WHAT THE FUCK IS MY SPECIAL MOVE?! What is he talking about?!!") -elsewhere- mina: so what are you guys doing for winter break? Tokoyami: "I will be helping family." jirou: my parents and i are going to baltimore for a music festival. -the door opens- momo: ?? ochako: !!!! iida's back! Iida: *bows* "I AM SORRY I AM LATE!" eijiro: welcome back, dude! mina: how was hosu town? satou: i heard there's a huge water park and aquarium there! Izuku: "..." Iida: "..." *thumbs up* "Police are on the scene!" *smiles* Iida: "Yes!" *moves his hands* "Tourism is an important section of Hosu's industry!" Izuku: *staring at Iida* "..." -whistle blowing- denki: aah, my ears! midnight: alright, settle down everyone! Aizawa: *intense glare* -silence- Aizawa: "You have a special task for today's class." momo: ?? Todoroki: "Likely a post-Festival survey that requires us to reflect on the strengths and weaknesses we demonstrated..." *looks at his left hand* ochako: hmm.... Aizawa: "Today, you will be choosing superhero code names--" -cheering- Aizawa: *Ghibli hair and glare intensify* -the room goes quiet- Aizawa: "Usually, pro drafting isn't for another 2 or 3 years--but your class has attracted more attention than usual." momo: ... Iida: "..." denki: notice how it's _our_ class in the spotlight? its like we're main characters. jirou: *jacks him* way too meta. denki: GRK- Aizawa: "Given your performance at the Sports Festival, here's the spread." *taps the chalkboard, summoning the bar graph* Izuku: ._.; ochako: woah! Iida: "..." satou: way to go, todoroki! Todoroki: "...It was just because of my father's name recognition." Bakugo: *clenching his teeth* ochako: .....*bites her lip* Izuku: Q_Q Mineta: "...Dude. You didn't even place because you lost so badly. Like, really, really badly." tsuyu: mineta. stop talking. like. forever. Aizawa: "Even though many of you did not make the spread, I can say that all of you were already approached for internships--" hanta: for reals?? Aizawa: "...Yes." Mineta: "Even me?" midnight: i dont know how that's possible, but yes. Mineta: Q_______Q Bakugo: *raises his hand* "Teacher! Deku and Tiny Grapes are crying so much the fucking floor is flooded!" -on to the names- midnight: alright, who wants to go first? Aoyama: "Moi, mademoiselle!" jirou: oh this outta be good. Aoyama: "I am...the Shining Hero, 'I Cannot Stop Twinkling'!" Izuku: ._. Todoroki: "..." *struggling to hold in a smile* mina: that's a whole sentence! satou: OW MY EYE! Aoyama: "Oui!" midnight: i see, maybe shorten it to 'cant stop twinkling?' Aoyama: "Magnifique! Thank you!" mina: im next. i'll be, ALIEN QUEEN! midnight: isnt that already being used? mina:... owo;;; *sits back down* craaaap. jirou: *pat pat* midnight: lets seee.... asui, you're next. Izuku: *watches* tsuyu: ok. i've thought this one out since elementary school. 'rainy season hero; froppy' ochako: aww, how cute. Izuku: .\\\w\\\. -and so- eijiro: i'll be RED RIOT! midnight: oh my, paying tribute to crimson riot? eijiro: *nods* i know it's a bit old school, but thats the kind of hero i want to be! midnight: hehe, but do keep in mind that bearing a name similar to the professionals will put a lot of pressure on you. eijiro: *nods* Izuku: ("I used to think of names all the time when I was a kid...I don't know that I can uphold All Might's name when there's still such a gap between us...") -several hero names later- midnight: well done, kouji! up next is bakugou! Bakugo: *marches up...then holds up his sign* "King Explosion Murder." midnight:....what? Bakugo: " 'King' because I'm the best. 'Explosion' because that's my ability. 'Murder' because I like murder." Izuku: O__________O Aizawa: "..." ("This boy needs therapy.") midnight: you really want to be a hero with MURDER in your name?! Bakugo: "IT INTIMIDATES THE BAD GUYS!" midnight: try again. Bakugo: *grumble grumble* Denki: *rolls his eyes, checking social media on his phone* mina: *glances* Denki: *sees something--his eyes widen...and he holds back a laugh* Todoroki: *looks at the name he wrote down* ochako: well, here's mine. -uravity- Todoroki: *nods* midnight: how clever! momo: that just leaves bakugou's revision, midoriya....and tenya's. Iida: "..." *starts to write...then stops* {Tenya: "I don't accept it..."} {tensei: i know...it hurts me too...but if you're willing...i want you to take up the helm...} {Tenya: "Not when you _are_ Ingenium. Not when you can--"} {tensei:....i've lost all feeling in my legs, little bro.} {Tenya: "!!! It...It can't..."} Tenya: *holds up his sign* momo:.... midnight: just your name? Tenya: "Yes." midnight: i see....up next is midoriya! Izuku: "..." *approaches the podium...holds up the sign* ochako: !! Bakugo: *not looking up, still planning his name* Izuku: "..." tsuyu: izuku... eijiro: are you sure, dude? Izuku: "Yes. I always hated this name." Bakugo: *looks up* "...?!!!" Izuku: "But someone helped me see it in a new light...and it made me happy." ochako: ....*small smile* Izuku: "I'm the Deku who gives it his all!" Bakugo: >_> "......That looks so Deku, Deku. And I mean that in the bad way--" midnight: how inspiring! TTuTT Bakugo: "?!" Izuku: ^\\\^ Denki: *struggling to hold in his laughs, still looking at his phone* mina: *chuckles* -elsewhere- cementoss: oh! there's a request sent for midoriya. All Might: "Oh? Who picked him?" *stares* "... ... ..." ._________O -back in the class- midnight: what have you come up with, baku- Bakugo: "If 'King' doesn't work for you, I'll demote myself down to '_Lord_ Explosion Murder." midnight: ^^# DID YOU NOT HEAR ME THE FIRST TIME?! DROP THE MURDER! Bakugo: "MURDER IS HARDCORE AND MAKES PEOPLE FEAR ME!" Denki: *snort* "Yeah, real intimidating..." Todoroki: *looking at Denki's phone* "...Oh my God." ochako: *snickering* Izuku: "???" *too far away to see* Aizawa: *glare* "What have I told you students about looking at phones in class--" *sees what's on the phone* "..." *leaves the room, walks down the hall...* midnight: *WA-PISH* THAT'S NOT THE IDEA OF BEING A HERO! D8< Bakugo: *steps back from Midnight* "!!! What the heck with that whip?! I--" *spots Denki's phone* "... ..." *slowly turns, glaring at Izuku with eyes on fire* "Deeeeeeekuuuuuu..." Izuku: O___O;;;; "...Yes?" Bakugo: *snatches the phone out of Denki's hand, showing the messages: 'A new hero wins the Sports Festival--and his name is "Kacchan"!' midnight:.... KACCHAN IT IS! <3 Izuku: O____________O Bakugo: O____O;;; "...WHAT THE FLYING FUCK?!" Denki: *laughing loudly, slapping his hand on the desk* -meanwhile in class B- itsuka: ...kacchan.....that's adorable. Monoma: >-> "...If it embarrasses Bakugo, I can allow this." -elsewhere- Mr. Bakugo: "The article even quotes that Midoriya boy about giving him a name...You know what this means?" mrs bakugou: he's making friends. QuQ THANK YOU BASED DEITY! Mr. Bakugo: QWQ "Yay!" -elsewhere- Aizawa: *now on the outskirts of town* "..." *starts laughing, doubled-over and slapping his knee* -elsewhere- present mic: *shudder* anyone else feel like something very wrong just happened or wazzat just me? namiko: something bad's gonna happen Q_Q -elsewhere- Tanizaki: "...Holy shit..." *staring up at a wall...with a rat's face graffitied on it* naomi: *already making a call* Tanizaki: *snapping photos* "...I don't see where they could have gone. No paint trail...Wait..." *spots a paint-footprint* naomi: !! Tanizaki: *snaps photos* "Maybe the size and style can help us out..." *looks* "I don't see any other ones..." *presses his hand along the wall...* naomi: is it still fresh? Tanizaki: *pats his fingers along it* "Yeah..." naomi: *examining the area* Tanizaki: "See anything? Maybe they dropped something..." -elsewhere- Lucy: "Did you hear those explosions in class?" atsushi: yeah. i tell you, that bakugou kid has problems... ._.; Lucy: "No kidding. Maybe the school has some group therapy session. Can put him and Akutagawa--" *something grabs Lucy by the ankle* "?!!!" atsushi: *looks* !!! Lucy: *pulled up by Rashomon* o\\\\\o *holding up her skirt* "What the devil?!" atsushi: AKUTAGAWA! Akutagawa: "...She was in my way. I am simply going through the halls and--" *CHOPPED* Lucy: "AAAAH!" *Rashomon is knocked down, too--and Lucy is falling* atsushi: *nice catch!* Lucy: .\\\. "...Thanks." Sid: *holding a broken book* "Okay, kid, come with me..." *picks up Akutagawa over his shoulder* Akutagawa: X____X *Rashomon is dragged behind him* atsushi:..... .////.; Sid: "Hurry up, Bakugo!" Bakugo: *tied to his chair, being dragged by Naigus* "YOU'RE ALL REALLY PISSING ME OFF!" Lucy: .\\\\. "...What is even going on?" Sid: "Therapy session." -elsewhere- yana: *whistling* Anya: "???" yana: hmm? Anya: "You seem cheerful." yana: ah, yeah, just getting ready for the holidays, it's pretty busy at my house. Anya: "Oh? What are some of your holiday traditions?" -elsewhere- Fitzgerald: "Problem, Eckleburg?" eckleburg: it's....rather tall. ._.; *staring at the huge tree* mary: cool! louisa: oh goodness. Fitzgerald: "Only the best! We even had to trim some of the top just to fit it into the room." bram: im getting vertigo just looking at it...i need to lay down... Fitzgerald: *pays $300, lifts a couch one-handed and brings it to Bram* bram:...thank you, sir. Fitzgerald: ^^ "Of course. Best to share the wealth..." -elsewhere- Iida: *walking out of school* momo: hey. Iida: "Oh, Momo. Hello." momo: how is everything? Iida: "...I have a lot to consider with this internship opportunity." *shows his list* momo: ah...you're heading back to hosu town then, huh? Iida: "That is my plan..." momo: ... Iida: "Have you determined your location?" -elsewhere- Arthur: *takes the ice off* "How is your face now?" tamaki: better. Arthur: "That's good..." *pats her hand* -elsewhere- Jeje: *in snake form, wearing a tiny Santa cap* metsu: *stroke stroke* ^^ Jeje: .\\\\. *small happy hiss* -elsewhere- Chuuya: "I'm back." sonia: *hugs his leg* mito: *mreew* Chuuya: *smiles, pats Sonia's head, pets Mito* sonia: grandma got boxes out. *points to the boxes with christmas stuff in them* Chuuya: "Oh, wow...Still need to get on that..." -elsewhere- Gin: "--so they're keeping him after school..." higuchi: *siiigh* Gin: "They said it was a group therapy session with some other students to talk..." higuchi: do you think that will help? Gin: "He has been fixated on that boy. Meeting other people and hearing their own problems may put things into perspective and let him pursue new friends and opportunities." higuchi: i hope so. -meanwhile- student: i once let a goat lick my foot just for fun. Akutagawa: "...As a joke?" student: *serious* just....for....._fun_ Akutagawa: ._. Bakugo: -_-##### takeru: .~.;;; Sid: "Thank you for being so direct. So, Naigus, who should go next?" -elsewhere- Endeavor: *staring at the phone* "...Has my son called yet?" clerk: which one? Endeavor: "MY MASTERPIECE!" clerk: ....no. Endeavor: "...Darn." *sits at his desk, pouts* -elsewhere- Todoroki: "Which agency were you considering?" ochako: i was thinking of working with gunhead! Todoroki: "Oh...Gunhead is a bit hardcore. I thought you wanted to work with Thirteen." ochako: i mean yeah, but after my battle with bakugou, i realized something. if i improve my strength, that widens my possibilities! if i just do the same thing, i wont get any experience like that! Todoroki: "..." *glances at his right hand* "Good point." -elsewhere- Poe: *walks into the hotel lobby* "Ooooo...Lovely design!" lana: thanks. still getting everything set up. *phew* Poe: "??? Need a refreshment?" -elsewhere- kirika: *wearing the krampus sweater* Gopher: *thumbs up* Giriko: "Good fashion choice, kid." -a few days later- Benimaru: "You okay?" kirei: *she nods* Benimaru: *nods* "I set up dinner for tomorrow. Anyone else to invite?" -elsewhere- yana:..........*staring at a rat head mask* FD: <How is it?> yana: .... <what _can_ i say?> FD: <Something constructive.> yana: ... <it's fitting> FD: <See? That wasn't so hard, was it?> yana: <i mean, i never said i had any problem with the masks. guess im still thinking about our conversation about the back-up plan...> FD: <You anticipate a problem?> yana: .....*shakes head* <we can worry about that later...> FD: "...I suppose so..." -elsewhere- Akutagawa: -_-; "Hmph." naoya: how was it? Akutagawa: "...It was better to talk some things out. I'm not sure the audience was receptive." naoya: ah...say, how about we go out and do something fun today?? Akutagawa: " 'Fun' in which way?" naoya: something to help you take it easy, enjoy yourself! Akutagawa: "...Very well. Anything I need to do?" -elsewhere- Mifune: "You been holding up okay?" kyouko:...yeah. Dazai: T_T "--then he said 'no, we're not buying you a trampoline...'" atsushi: ... Kunikida: "It has no use value!" Kyoka: "...I want a trampoline." Kunikida: "WHAT?!" Dazai: owo *holds up Kyoka* "Would you deny this innocent face what she desires?" Kyoka: *moe eyes* atsushi:.....urgk- *hands over money* darn you, kyouka. Kyoka: *counts the bills* "Thank you." *walks away with Dazai* Dazai: =w= Kunikida: >_< "DON'T EXPECT ME TO TAKE OUT INSURANCE FOR YOUR INJURIES, DAZAI!" Dazai: "Maybe if I bounce hard enough, I'll hit the ceiling--" -elsewhere- Mori: *adds the blood to a glucose strip* elise: whatcha doing? Mori: "This blood has the properties I have been looking for...It can unlock what we're seeking." elise: .... Mori: "Maybe even bring some things back..." -elsewhere- Izuku: *rotates his shoulder* inko: how's your arm? Izuku: ^^; "Much better. I had time to heal." inko: im glad. oh! i found this today! *holding up an all might onesie* Izuku: *shiny eyes* "Oh! My old onesie!" inko: ^^ i still have photos! Izuku: TTWTT "So cool..." -elsewhere- Akitaru: *putting out a flame* "Maki, get the roof!" maki: right! *heading up* *Screaming is heard upstairs* maki: *kicks the window in* Child: "Eek!" *backs away* maki: it's ok, kiddo. we're getting you out of here. Child: "St-Stay away!" *covers their face--and flames shoot out of their head* maki: woah! easy now! we're here to help you. Child: *shakes their head* "N-No! I can't be saved by some cyclops gorilla!" maki:.... ^^# *grabs the kid and exits out the window, landing in the net* GOTTIM! >8D Takehisa: "...Why is that kid's hair on fire?" Child: Q~Q maki: i think they're a 3rd gen. Child: "I-I just wanted to get away!" *the house was empty except for the kid...* iris: there there, it's ok now. Child: *whimper* "I left h-home..." iris: *hug* Child: *shudders, sniffs* "I-I could burn you..." iris: *pat pat, hums* Child: *shudders, calms down* karin: just breathe, kiddo. you need anything to eat? Child: "..." *loud stomach growl* O_O -elsewhere- Sakuya: *pulls up the blanket* lilac: *asleep* Sakuya: *tucks Lilac in* naho: ^^ Sakuya: *smiles* *whispers to Naho* "How's Lilac holding up?" naho: i think he's doing better now. Sakuya: "Good...Figure out what to get him for Christmas?" -elsewhere- kirako: *typing up documents* Kyoka: "What you typing?" kirako: just working on reports. ^^ Kyoka: *looks at them* "I could proofread them. Or type some. Or add illustrations to them." -at rain’s grave- Chuuya: "...Wish you were here. Especially now..." -silence- Chuuya: "Sonia is getting so tall...She's sharp as a tack. I think she gets that from you." -.....- Chuuya: "...I've tried to keep her busy with hobbies, activities...Trying to keep busy, too, with things other than, well, 'work.' Like school. The festival." -.....- Chuuya: "...It doesn't fill that hole you left..." -....- Chuuya: "...I try. I do. I even went on a mixer--and I hated it. I just...can't ignore regrets. I miss you." -.....- Chuuya: "..." *sets down flowers* "I will do what I think you would have me do..." -...- Chuuya: "..." *rests his hand on her tombstone* -......- Chuuya: "I will be back...And I will act with your goals in my mind." -elsewhere- Poe: "..." *puts his head on his desk* karl: ?? Poe: "I can't." *knocks his head* "Find." *head-desk* "The words." karl: *chitter* *pap pap* Poe: "Thank you..." *without lifting his head, opens his dictionary, his finger tracing down* "Let's try this one." *sits up, looks at the word* "...That isn't the right number of syllables." -elsewhere- Mikuni: "Howdy!" mahiru: hey. ^^; Mikuni: "Now, tell me, Mahiru--I'm trying to find something for my baby bro." *holds up a sailor's suit* "Would this work?" mahiru: um.... ^^; Mikuni: "I even rented a boat..." mahiru: um... ._.; Kuro: "He's going to rip your spleen out, cowboy." -elsewhere- Kid: "What else did you want at the mall?" stocking: i do want to get mom something. Kid: "And maybe something for your new sibling?" stocking: yeah. Kid: "How about a special treat?" -elsewhere- Bakugo: "And then some weirdo is sleeping in the closet! And they sent me to therapy! And everyone now on the street is calling me 'Kacchan'!" itsuka: so i heard. Bakugo: *shaking* "Stupid stupid Deku..." -elsewhere- Dabi: ._______________. "What even is..." -it's a stain onesie- himiko: ta-dah~ Dabi: "..." *covers his face* "Where did you buy that?" himiko: i made it! Dabi: "Whyyyyyyyyy?" -elsewhere- Chuuya: "How's it going?" naoya: busy with the usual stuff. you? Chuuya: "Looking forward to a break...If I get one more person approaching me about the Festival for an autograph or a photo, I'm going to puke." naoya: aw, not used to the popularity? *chuckles and pats his back* Chuuya: -_-; "Not used to hearing kids say 'I want to grow up to be like you.'" naoya: *chuckles* aww. Chuuya: *sighs* "How about you? Which assignments you have?" naoya: had to kill a guy again. Chuuya: "An informant?" naoya: more like sending the hell blaze gang a message for intruding mafia territory. Chuuya: "Jeez, those freaks are still at it?" naoya: yuuup. i guess having one of the oni detained isnt enough to keep them down. Chuuya: "Any info gained from that Oni?" naoya: all we know is she's being held slash recruited by the 4th brigade. Chuuya: "The 4th make it a business of hiring violent thugs like that?" naoya: *shrugs* Chuuya: "Well, maybe I'll hear something at school from some of those other brigadiers." naoya: worth a try. -elsewhere- tsubaki: ...... -news article; victim found dead in the streets of tokyo- Shamrock: *sets down cups of tea* "Dreadful." tsubaki: ...i feel i should do something. Shamrock: "Has the DWMA posted a mission regarding that attack?" tsubaki: i'll go and check. Shamrock: "Will you be telling Black Star about this before you depart?" tsubaki: he'll be going with me. Shamrock: "Had best tell him...He's still sleeping." tsubaki: *she nods* Black Star: *snore* -elsewhere- Fitzgerald: "There." *taps a finger on the programming print-out* "You missed this, Eckleberg." eckleburg: oh! *examining* Fitzgerald: "...I've seen this before." eckleburg: sir? Fitzgerald: "This does not look like your typical hack." eckleburg: hmm... Fitzgerald: *slides a business card to him* "I think you'll be in communication with someone soon." eckleburg: ?? *examines the card* *The card has a baby whale on it and a phone number* -elsewhere- Yumi: *sets out mission notices* "The departure of Ponera's operation has left a power vacuum in Eastern Europe, we have the serial killer in Japan, and look what has been found in Italy..." lord death: *examining* hmm. *A photo of some creature, covered in black liquid, reaching at the camera* lord death: ._. Yumi: "This could be black blood..." lord death: it's a possibility. should we contact our italy branch? Yumi: "I strongly advise it." -elsewhere- saku: ... kinuta: ugh, im so booooored. mimeca: =3= PlushFix: "We could take a trip?" hina: where to? PlushFix: "It's getting kinda cold here--maybe somewhere warmer?" kinuta: we could go to milan. PlushFix: "Perfect! Lots to rob there!" hina: fuck yeah! mimeca: \(^o^)/ hina: what do you say, naptoon? Akua: -_-; "Just let there be shade..." -elsewhere- Tachihara: T_T elise: ^u^ Tachihara: "Haven't you got enough cutie-girl dresses?" elise: nope! ^^ Tachihara: -_-; "Look, how many more minutes you gonna look at those things? Can't we do something after that, like the arcade or the food court?" elise: after we're done here! Tachihara: *whining* "How much longer until 'we're done here'?!" higuchi: ^^; Gin: *holds up a tiara* elise: ^^ Gin: *hands it to Elise* "Maybe a dress that goes with that?" -elsewhere- Relan: "How's the child doing?" iris: they'll be getting some counseling on how to control their abilities better. Relan: "That's good...Weren't you scared?" iris: not really. i think they were more afraid than i was. Relan: "I'm just glad you didn't get burnt..." -elsewhere- Emine: *sitting on the rooftop* lin: there you are. Emine: "Here I am. You were looking for me?" lin: you werent in you room, so i figured you'd be up here. Emine: "...Just wanted a view." lin: mind if i join you? Emine: "...Any time." *pats the roof* lin: *sitting next to him* Emine: "...I haven't seen you around today." lin: *leans on his shoulder* Emine: .\\\. *lets her rest her head, as he slides an arm under her* lin: U///u///U Emine: *pat pat* "...This is..." lin: it's nice. Emine: "...Yes, what I was going to say..." *smooch* lin: u////////////u Emine: *rubs her hand* "...Happy to see you." -elsewhere- Kid: *humming* stocking:.....*griiiiin* -SURPRISE HUG ATTACK- Kid: "AH! Hee hee..." stocking: gotcha~ *ear nibble* Kid: "Hmmm..." *moans* =\\\\= stocking: o////o getting aroused so fast? Kid: .\\\. "N-No?" stocking:....*nibbles the other ear* Kid: "A-Ah~!" o\\\\\< stocking: 7w7 Kid: .\\\\. "...I know I promised not to lie to you. I-I just got embarrassed..." stocking: sure kid. *smooch* Kid: =\\\\= *smooch* -elsewhere- Katai: =_= -you have 3 new messages- Katai: "What a pain..." *pulls up Message #1* mum: [sweetie please take care of yourself. <3 mom] Katai: T_T [i am. thank you for checking in] *glances at Message #2* -it's from kunikida- Kunikida: [we need you to look at something] Katai: TT_TT [i don't want to leave home] Kunikida: [we'll stop by to see you. you won't have to leave home] Katai: TTT_TTT [thank you] *pulls up Message #3* keek: [is there anyone there?] Katai: "???" Katai: "..." [i don't reply to spam] keek: [oh thank god, another person!] Katai: "???" [is this a bot?] keek: [no. im as human as it gets. i guess] Katai: "..." [look. i have no money, i'm not going to buy what you're selling] keek: [im not selling anything. what i need is for you to here me out] Katai: =_= *yawns* [then get to the point, please. i want to nap] keek: [do you know who the rats in the house of the dead are? we're being held captive by them] Katai: o______O [location?] keek: [i think it's called zverkov mining. i think we're someplace outside the city] Katai: *shaking* keek: [if they knew i was talking to you, they'll most likely kill me.] Katai: [i know. tell me who else is there] keek: [katsura shousaku. we're both prisoners here. they put bomb collars on our necks.] Katai: (" 'Shousaku'?") [who is holding you prisoner? names, what they look like] keek: [*she sent a document*] -the file contains a list of names and photos- Katai: "..." [no gps on your device?] keek: [i dont know. i tried to search, but it seems they have it blocked. even i cant get into it.] Katai: [what are the rats planning?] keek: [im not sure. all i know is it's something really bad. curse my lack of understanding of the russian language!] Katai: [no russian translator on your device?] keek: [no. TT_TT] Katai: *breathing heavily* "Rats...Hostages...Names...Photos..." keek: [please send someone to find us soon. these are really sick people.] *tears falling* [they took my legs] Katai: "..." *covers his mouth* [we will send help] keek: [thank you. im really scared.] -BANG- Katai: *freezes* Fyodor: *smiles* <You need more proxies...> -elsewhere- Shousaku: *keeping an eye open* keek:.....do you think...someone will find us? Shousaku: "...We can only hope." -morning- Kunikida: "Time to wake up." aya: *yaaaawn* Kunikida: "Hurry. Your breakfast is getting cold." aya: ok, ok! *sitting down* *nom* ^u^ -text from katai cell- 'katai': [dont come over today. got the flu. ugh] Kunikida: -_-; [you could have told me earlier: i was up early just to see you] aya: hmm? Kunikida: "My appointment was cancelled, so that frees up my morning." aya: let's get a christmas tree! ^u^ Kunikida: "Very well. It will have to be within height for this apartment." aya: *nod nod* -elsewhere- kirako: *looking all over her apartment* now where could that cat have gotten... Dazai: "?? What's up?" kirako: i cant find mii anywhere. Dazai: "Hmm...Maybe they're out exploring?" kirako: i hope so. everytime mii gets out for a long time, something big always seems to happen... Dazai: ^^; "Then I guess Mii knows how to take care of himself..." kirako: still, i cant help but to worry. Dazai: "...Let's get searching. You take the path towards the office, I'll take the path towards the canal." -elsewhere- Fyodor: *smiles* zoey: you seem pleased... Fyodor: "I am. I solved a problem." zoey: so wise~ <3 Fyodor: "Thank you~" zoey: *rubs her stomach* your papa is so smart, sweetie. hehe~ Fyodor: ._. -elsewhere- Kid: =w= stocking: zzzz Kid: *turns over, resting an arm along Stocking* stocking: mmmm~ kid, you naughty boy~ Kid: "_Your_ naughty boy..." *smooch* stocking: ah~ Kid: *passes his arm along her side, before drawing her in for a hug* "So soft..." stocking: mmmm~ Kid: *nuzzle* "How did you sleep?" stocking: good, and you? Kid: "Very well..." *smooch* "Quite a release of tension..." stocking: *rolling on top of him* oh? Kid: .\\\. "...At that time, yes..." *his hand pats along her side* stocking: *traces her finger along his chest* and now~? Kid: "I-I'm feeling a bit tense again..." *looks up at her* stocking: ah, you're thinking something dirty, arent you~? Kid: *looks down at her chest* "I can't help it, when I'm staring at perfection." stocking: *smirks and crawls up him, letting him rest his face between her breasts* how's that~? Kid: =\\\\= *muffled* "Perfect." *his hands slide along her sides* -elsewhere- Jacqueline: "I'm done in the bathroom." kim: ok. Jacqueline: "What's for breakfast?" *dries her hair* kim: omelets! Jacqueline: "Awesome! I love it..." *sets her hair's towel on the chair, sits down at the breakfast table* -elsewhere- Black Star: "You sure about this?" tsubaki: well, someone has to, right? Black Star: *nods* "And if someone knows Japan..." tsubaki: *nod* maybe we could visit my parents too. Black Star: "That'd be cool--your dad and I still have a score to settle..." tsubaki: oh? Black Star: "Who can spin fastest to change the planet's orbit!!!" Tsubaki: *sigh* classic you… -elsewhere- Todoroki: "--and before the villains could move, I had already frozen them." children: woooah! so cool! Todoroki: "Um...Yes, literally..." .\\\. teacher: ^^ Todoroki: *takes a seat, looks at the next superhero student to present* -elsewhere- ???: *holds up a mirror* "Now, tell me what you see--or I smash your other hand." victim: i..i see me.... ???: "Good. You know what I see when I look in the mirror?" *holds the mirror up to both of them* victim: ?? *Only the Victim appears in the mirror* ???: "Nothing." victim: ??? *SLICE* -GYAAAAAAAAH!!!!- *SMASH* -the victim is laying dead at their feet- ???: *sighs, slides the mirror back into satchel* "Now we're both nothing." *walks past the corpse* -elsewhere- Mori: *holding a syringe* "Hand me the lab rat, please." miura: *doing so* Mori: *holds the specimen* "Now hold still..." rat: *squirming* *Injected* rat: *twitching* Mori: *watches* rat:....*it stops moving* Mori: "...Damn it." -elsewhere- Patty: "Sis, we got one bigger than this?" *holds up a hammer* liz: im afraid to ask why Patty: "I was working on making a weapon out of this thing I found buried in the snow." *holds up half-dead Mineta* Mineta: X___X liz: throw it in the trash! Patty: "But I wanted to recycle it into something useful! Like a mallet!" *takes Mineta by the legs--and knocks him head-first against the floor* -elsewhere- Izuku: *heating up food in the microwave* ("I'll have to turn the plate in a bit...") inko: *putting dishes away* Izuku: "Anything you had in mind for dinner tonight, Mom?" -elsewhere- Sakuya: "So what do we do while you're out of town?" tsubaki: soul will be looking after you guys. Belkia: "Is he the one with the sharp teeth and sour disposition?" tsubaki: that's the one. Belkia: "...I don't like him. He's not as much fun to torment." tsubaki: he's been...getting better. Belkia: "Well, maybe my magic tricks will help him!" *pulls out rope* -elsewhere- Poe: "Off to work?" lana: yep. *kiss on the cheek* Poe: ^\\\^ "Good luck today." -morning- Black Star: *packing* tsubaki: ... Black Star: "...Nervous?" tsubaki: hard not to be. Black Star: "You got this. And you got me." *smiles* tsubaki:...*smiles* Black Star: "That's what I want to see!" *closes his suitcase, struggling to get it shut* -elsewhere- Wes: "Looking forward to house-sitting?" *fiddling* soul: and by that you mean also looking after a family of vampires? Wes: "...I mean, if you want to be more blunt, sure." soul: *chuckles* Wes: *smiles* "Maybe try garlic?" -elsewhere- Kid: "You'll be busy?" stocking: yeah. a lot of work to do. Kid: *smiles* "Do your best." *hug* -elsewhere- Jacqueline: *walking to work* rowena: good morning. ^^ Jacqueline: "Oh, hello, Rowena. Off to school?" rowena: *she nods* Jacqueline: "Good to see you up early. Your brother already on his way to the library?" rowena: *nods* Jacqueline: "Does your...family have plans for the holiday?" rowena: not sure yet. Jacqueline: "Your family had visited earlier. Had you considered visiting them?" rowena: perhaps. Jacqueline: "...Must be nice..." rowena: ?? Jacqueline: *sad smile* "I hope your holiday is pleasant." -elsewhere- Izuku: *walking* "...Oh! Hey!" yuuji: hey. hitoshi: *wave* Izuku: "I saw that story about you, Hitoshi--congrats!" hitoshi: um....t-thanks. 7///7; Izuku: *thumbs up* "Where you heading?" hitoshi:...movies. Izuku: "Sounds fun. What you seeing?" -elsewhere- Stain: "...If you're asking for a babysitter, no." tomura: i highly doubt kurokiri will let you near his child. or the other baby. Stain: "Good, because that's not happening." -elsewhere- Hyde: "Okay, who's the next kiddo to see Santa?" sonia:...papa, i dont know what to say to him. Chuuya: "Well, tell Santa what you would like for Christmas." sonia:....i want mama. but i dont think he could bring her back. Chuuya: "...No, he cannot..." sonia: ... Chuuya: "But maybe he can give you something for honoring your mother?" sonia: ...maybe. Chuuya: "..." *pats her back* "Ask for what would fit inside a present box." *weak smile* -elsewhere- Iida: *packing his bag* bee maid: are you certain about this? Iida: *nods* "The trip will let me be close..." bee maid: .... i see. Iida: *weak smile* "You'll hold down the fort, yes?" bee maid: understood, sir. Iida: "...I'll get something to eat..." -elsewhere- Mr. Nakatsukasa: <And no suspect has been found?> tokyo officer: <sadly, nothing.> Mr. Nakatsukasa: <Hmm...That's awful. Would you like some assistance?> tokyo officer: <its not my place to say, but the tokyo PD could use all the help that they can get right now.> Mr. Nakatsukasa: <Even from the DWMA?> tokyo officer: *nods* Mr. Nakatsukasa: <Then you're in luck: someone is coming.> -elsewhere- Dazai: *checking an alley* -...- Dazai: "Darn...Where is he..." ???: waiting on someone, dazai? Dazai: "..." *looks* ango: *adjusting his glasses* alright. now what's this about? Dazai: "We've had someone looking into our extermination problem." ango: i see. if what you told us is to be believed, this wont be an easy task, even if we do manage to find him. Dazai: "So we got to make it easier in some way they don't see coming..." ango: hmm... -elsewhere- Shousaku: "..." katya: <well, the car's all set up, now we just need to put it in place.> Hawthorne: "..." yana: you know what to do, right, padre? Hawthorne: *puts on the mask, his voice disguised* "Yes." yana: good.... (thinking: hopefully, this time finally did his mind in permanently....) Hawthorne: *approaches the car* -elsewhere- Poe: .\\\. *sitting in a waiting room* "..." clerk: sir? did you need something? Poe: "I-I had an appointment?" clerk: let's see here? ah yes, mr.... ._. *blinks* well, right this way, then. Poe: *takes his bag, follows* clerk: *walking along* -elsewhere- Sakuya: "Be safe out there...We'll miss you." tsubaki: you all behave yourselves, ok? naho: ok! otogiri: understood. Belkia: "No promises." Shamrock: X_-; otogiri: *chop* Belkia: >_<# Black Star: ._.;;;; "...Maybe this is a bad idea." tsubaki: come on, black*star. *dragging him by the collar* Black Star: .\\\. "DON'T GET ANYONE KILLED! Later, Soul!" soul: *blinks* so...um.... 7-7;; Sakuya: "...Want to play Mario Kart?" soul: sure. Shamrock: *returns to the kitchen* Belkia: *has a tape measure along Soul's head* soul: um... what's he doing? Belkia: "You need a hat. And maybe a blood donation--" soul: .___.; -elsewhere- Relan: *jogging* ryuuko: ... Relan: "Oh! Ryuuko!" ryuuko: relan. good to see you. how's everything at the 8th. Relan: "...Eventful." ^^; "We have a new medic." ryuuko: as do we. Relan: "Huh. That's a weird coincidence. How's your medic getting along?' -elsewhere- Todoroki: *stares up at the marquee* "..." *sighs, opens the door* clerk: do you have an appointment? Todoroki: "I'm here to see Endeavor." clerk:....i see. -elsewhere- Hibana: *ice on her head* mikami: a-are you alright? -elsewhere- leo: ..... {leo: *staring at the bodies of her family members* ah.....*screaming*} leo:.... *shaking slightly* Ivan: "???" <Are you okay?> leo: ....<just thinking...> Ivan: "..." <You look sad.> leo: <what else is new?> Ivan: "..." <I have an idea.> leo: ?? Ivan: <Want to take a walk?> leo: eh? <a-are you sure?> Ivan: <Sure! Not sure what we'll find...> leo: <w-where abouts?> Ivan: <Less populated park?> leo: ... <p-perhaps...> Ivan: *smiles* <Well, grab your coat!> leo:.. <r-right.> -elsewhere- Emine: *puts a finger over his lips* -FWOOOOOM- mono: WHAT THE FUCK?! EMINE!!! Emine: "It is my bad deed." *puts distance between himself and the bad deed* -elsewhere- Black Star: *sits back in airplane seat* tsubaki: .... Black Star: "..." *holds her hand* tsubaki: *smiles* Black Star: *smiles, winks at her* "Just enjoy the trip for now..." -elsewhere- Lucy: *hug* atsushi: =////= Lucy: *pat pat* "Feel better?" atsushi: *nod nod* Lucy: *rubs his back* "Good...You looked worried." atsushi: i guess im just exhausted....*sniff* Lucy: "...Is something wrong?" atsushi: i guess im just anxious, with the holidays and all. Lucy: "Yes...Does it get easier with the Agency? Have you purchased gifts yet?" atsushi: y-yeah...*wipes his eyes* Lucy: "..." *slides a thumb gently along one of his eyes* "It's okay...Let it out." atsushi *hugs her, whimpering* i-it's ok lucy....we're going to be ok.... Lucy: *strokes his back* "It's okay...You're here right now." *smiles gently* -elsewhere- Kunikida: *tapping his phone* "...Answer already..." aya: ?? Kunikida: "Katai. He has not responded to my messages or calls..." aya: is he sick? Kunikida: "Just...I don't know. I will have to check on him." -elsewhere- Touma: "??? That's odd..." tsurugi: hmm? Touma: *taps the screen* "Notice who's missing at this residence?" tsurugi: *peeeek* *It's Tsubaki and Black Star's house--and Soul is checking the mailbox* soul: *whistling* Touma: "Dig up info on that boy." tsurugi: can do~! -elsewhere- Dazai: "Hmmm..." *sets out a cat treat* blair: *in cat form* 83 Dazai: -_-; "Not the cat I was looking for..." blair: *mreow* Dazai: "..." *holds out his hand* blair: *sniffs and noms the treat* ^u^ Dazai: "..." *pet* -elsewhere- Ivan: *points* <See the swing set?> leo: *nods* Ivan: *sits in one* <Different view when you swing...> leo: .... Ivan: *kicks back, starts swinging* <When was the last time you were on one?> leo: ....<hard to say...> Ivan: <Well, have a seat and try it!> leo:....*taking a seat* *swinging slightly* Ivan: "Whee!" leo:...*small smile* Ivan: *wide kick again* "Whee--" *CRUNCH* Ivan: o_O *Ivan goes flying up* leo: ???!!! Ivan: *lands face-first in the snow...and sinks a bit* leo: !!!! *going over to him and looks around* Ivan: *lifts his head up--and coughs up something* "...I found a nickel!" leo: *sweatdrop* v-vanya, really... Ivan: "Hee hee..." *stands up, brushes off the snow* "Soft landing." leo: *phew*....*turns around* Ivan: "??? Something wrong?" leo: i thought i heard something... Ivan: "..." *pats his pocket* <I'm ready...Which direction?> leo: *looking towards a few trees behind the swings* ???: *gulps, trying to stay quiet* leo: hello? ???: *backing away, trying not to hit any bushes* leo: ..... ???: *snagged on a bush--and falls back with a loud grunt* leo: ??? *runs over* ???: *struggling to get loose, tearing at their jacket* leo: are you alright? ???: "St-Stay away!" *tries to get up--falls again* leo: ... ???: *stares* .\\\\. *backs away--hitting the trunk of a tree* leo: um... ._.; ???: "I-I was just trying to get home..." *sniff* leo: *helping them up* it's alright. ???: .\\\. "I-I don't see people around this park often..." leo: um...w-we were just visiting. ???: "O-Okay? I just got t-turned around in the trees..." leo: ah. i see. ???: "Which way is North?" leo: *pointing* ???: "Thanks!" *takes off running--and crashes into Ivan* leo: !! Ivan: "Umph!" *??? falls back into the snow* ???: X_X leo: ._.;; -elsewhere- Chuuya: *points* "Look at those lights..." sonia: *shiny eyes* Chuuya: "It's a really cool design, right? Oh! Look at the snowman waving!" sonia: *tiny wave* Robo-Snowman: OWO *waving automatically* Chuuya: ^^ sonia: ....*small smile* Chuuya: "And check that one out--it has a moving reindeer and..." o_o; "...Cavemen?" sonia:... ?? Chuuya: *looks around...studies one Christmas light display--* o\\\\\o sonia: ?? Chuuya: *covers Sonia's eyes* "Just keep moving, sweetie..." sonia: ??? Chuuya: *muttering* "Going to file a complaint with the neighborhood board..." sonia: .... Chuuya: *once they are away* "..." *smiles* "Okay. Look at this one." *uncovers her eyes* -elsewhere- Mr. Tsubaki: *curled up under a blanket* louisa: *writing things down* Mr. Tsubaki: *drags the blanket with him, as he walks around* louisa: ?? Mr. Tsubaki: *sets the blanket down, sits on it, bites into it--then rolls, wrapping himself up like a burrito* louisa:... *small chuckle* Mr. Tsubaki: =w= "Zzz..." -elsewhere- Relan: "Feel better?" shinra: y-yeah. Relan: *pats his shoulder* "It's going to be okay..." shinra: thanks. Relan: *cheek smooch* "Just...be safe..." shinra: *hug* i will. -elsewhere- Kurogiri: "Shigaraki, I wanted to talk--" *opens the door--and sees Shigaraki seated on the floor...with a pair of scissors--* Shigaraki: "..." Kurogiri: "...Are those...photographs?" *The wall behind him has a collage of images of superheroes--and slashes through photos of All Might* Shigaraki: "..." Kurogiri: "...Where did you even get all these--" Shigaraki: "Internet." Kurogiri: "..." *closes the door, walks quickly away* "Nope nope nope--" -elsewhere- Jacqueline: *curled up in bed, pulling her knees up to her, groaning lightly* kim: *knocks* jackie? Jacqueline: *weakly* "C-Come in..." kim: you ok? Jacqueline: "Cramps..." kim: want me to get a hot water bottle? Jacqueline: TT~TT *nods* kim: ok, brb. Jacqueline: "Th-Thanks..." -elsewhere- Patty: *candy canes under her lips* "I'm gonna suck your blood..." naho: *laughing* otogiri: *rolls her eyes* Sakuya: -_-; "That's offensive." Patty: o_o; lavender: *choking on laughter* that was so lame. Shamrock: X_-; "Maybe we move on...How is everything at your home?" liz: just getting christmas decorations set up. wes is getting ready for a concert in the death city concert hall. soul: yeah, so i heard. Sakuya: "Huh...You aren't playing?" soul: someone beat me to the punch....*shakes fist* liiicht! Sakuya: ._.; "Your brother picked someone over you? That's shady as fuck." soul: well, in my defense, i guess i was a bit late to the punch... *scratching the back of his neck* Shamrock: "You were on a mission?" soul: paperwork mostly. you know, the whole 'death scythe' thing, and all. Sakuya: "...Oh." *stares down at the table* -elsewhere- Free: *his fingers are caught in gift-wrapping ribbons* ._.; eruka: *sigh* Free: "My big fingers aren't good at this kind of stuff..." eruka: here, let me. Free: *hands the gift with his ribboned-hands* -elsewhere- Yohei: *shows a photo* "This was the first computer I ever built." *it's 2 times taller than 6-year-old Yohei and looks like a Nintendo* chie: oh wow. Yohei: "Yeah...When I turned it on, it, well, kind of broke the breakers on the house..." chie: ^^; mana: yikes. Yohei: "Dad was furious--until I re-built the electrical grid in the house and saved him a bundle." ^^; saki: ah. Yohei: "And that's why I'm proud to present something new Kepuri and I were working out--" Kepuri: "Here we go!" *presses a button* nea: oh my! setsuna: well i'll be. akaderu: dude. *The house is lit up in multiple winter designs, shifting into new ones with lights and projections* nea: *claps* how cute! chie: *huuug* you did great! akaderu: *hugs kepuri* you both did. toru: babu! Yohei: ^\\\^ *hug* Kepuri: .\\\. "Th-Thanks." -elsewhere- Black Star: "Zzz..." *in his airplane seat* tsubaki: .... Black Star: *yawns, turns* "...We there?" tsubaki: not just yet. Black Star: "Hmmm...You sleep?" tsubaki: i did take a nap. Black Star: "Good..." *looks at her* "And something to eat?" *pats her hand* -elsewhere- Fyodor: <And where were you?> leo: <we were just on a walk. i'll take full blame.> Fyodor: <...Anything you discovered?> -she explains what happened- Fyodor: <Did they follow you?> leo: <no> Fyodor: <You're certain?> leo: *she nods* Fyodor: "Hmmm..." <Keep an eye on that...I guess no punishment is needed. For now.> leo: .... Fyodor: "Dismissed." -elsewhere- Kid: *lights a candle* stocking: 7u7 Kid: *smiles* "I like this lighting." stocking: indeed... *slipping her robe of slightly to expose her bare shoulders* Kid: *smiles, as he adjusts the rope on his robe* "Is that new?" stocking: well, the robe isnt~ Kid: *unties his rope* "And is there something new~?" *approaches her* stocking: a-a-ah~ you'll just have to lay down~ Kid: "??? Okay..." *lies back, his robe opened a bit* stocking: *slowly removing her robe, revealing intricate white lingerie underneath* Kid: "...Wow..." stocking: *crawling onto him* impressed~? Kid: *small smirk* "Can't you tell~?" stocking: *chuckles and softly kisses him* Kid: "Mmm...Ah..." *kisses back, a finger just touching the lingerie* stocking: mmnh~ *lick* Kid: "Ahhh..." *leans his head back, shuddering* stocking: *kiss* Kid: *kisses back, his fingers tracing along the cloth, touching along any skin* stocking: *shudders and sighs* Kid: *slips a finger under the cloth, tickles along her skin* stocking: hehe~ kiddo. Kid: "You continue to surprise me..." *leans his lips to her neck* -elsewhere- Sakuya: *yawn* naho: zzzzz =w= Sakuya: *smiles...smooch* naho: ^////^ soul: *asleep on the couch*....hmm? breakfast? Sakuya: "Can whip something up..." *opens the cupboard--and a box of cereal smashes into his face* soul: ._.; Doll!Belkia: *peeks from behind the cereal boxes* "...Sorry." ^^; Higan: "I'll...*yawn* do it..." *turns on the stove* soul: .-.; ok then, thanks. Higan: "Don't mention it." *mixing batter* Sakuya: *digging Fruit Loops off his face* -____-; -elsewhere- Jacqueline: *sits up* kim: zzzzz Jacqueline: "..." *nudges Kim* kim: murnin... Jacqueline: "Good morning. Sleep okay?" kim: yeah... *streeeetch* Jacqueline: "..." *stares* "Thank you for taking care of me last night." kim: hey, that time of month always sucks. and we got to have each other's back, right? Jacqueline: *smiles* "Always." -elsewhere- Kid: =w= stocking: u///w///u Kid: *smooch* "Quite the outfit..." stocking: thank you, hun~ Kid: "You're welcome..." *smooch* "And thank you..." stocking: mmmm~ *smooooch* Kid: *rests his hand on her lower back, rubs lightly* -elsewhere- Black Star: *stretches* tsubaki: ah, seems we're landing now. Black Star: "Finally...Can't wait to walk around..." tsubaki: mm........ Black Star: "Where to go to first?" tsubaki: the tokyo branch first. Black Star: "Who's meeting us there?" tsubaki: dad, and some other officials. Black Star: "Alright...I better make a good impression..." *sniffs under his armpit* tsubaki: ^-^;;; Black Star: "Man...Long flights do not do good..." tsubaki:....shower, _then_ tokyo branch. -elsewhere- Mr. Tsubaki: *on his back, rubbing along the floor* eckleburg: *wrapping a gift* Mr. Tsubaki: *sits up* "???" *head tilt* eckleburg: there. *smiles* perfect! Mr. Tsubaki: *bounces up to Eckleburg* eckleburg: ^^ *pet pet* Mr. Tsubaki: =\\\= *looks at the present* -elsewhere- Magaki: *wearing sunglasses and holding an umbrella, looking up at the Prada Store's glass exterior* "..." -alarms going off as a villain is making a break for it- Magaki: "???" villain: this isnt the last you've seen of mr mist! nyehehehe! Magaki: *sighs...pulls up their hood, closes the umbrella--and points it at the Villain* mr mist: nyeh? who the hell? Magaki: "Assistance..." *walks up to the Villain* mr mist: ?? Magaki: *the umbrella launches at the Villain* mr mist: GAH! Magaki: "There...That takes care of one annoyance..." mr mist: grk- Magaki: *shoves the umbrella deeper* mr mist: *screams* Magaki: "...Empty." mr mist: w-wha? Magaki: "It's all so empty...That glass building? It has those mirrors to look bigger than it really is. There's nothing more pathetic--" *stabs the umbrella in more deeply* "--than someone puffing themselves up to appear bigger than they are." mr mist: *screaming* Magaki: "..." *with the umbrella forced into Mist, Magaki opens the umbrella...* -splrt- Magaki: *parts of Mist land on Magaki's face...they lick slightly along their lips* "...Hmm...Bigger on the inside now." -elsewhere- Izuku: *opens his locker--and finds his superhero suit is missing* "?!!!!" mei: salutations! Izuku: "Eep!" *steps back* "T-Too close...Wait, Mei? What are you doing...in front of my locker?" mei: just making a return! *hands him the upgraded costume* ta-dah~! Izuku: ._.; "...You broke into my locker?" mei: i wasnt looking through anything weird. i got permission to fix up your costume as part of a job! i fixed up a few other student's costumes too! you should SEE what i did with miss maruru's costume! maruru: thanks again, miss katsume. ^^ *rolling along* mei: hoho! yes, she'll have an easier time making turns now! Izuku: ._______.;;; ("BB8?") *finally looks at his costume* "!!! Oh, wow! The fabric feels sturdier--" *holds up the mask* "And I should have improved peripheral vision now. I can't wait to try this out!" -elsewhere- Chuuya: "All set?" sonia: mmhmm! Chuuya: "Great!" *opens the door* "Grandma and you can pick out what you want at the mall, too, while I shop for you..." sonia: ok. Chuuya: "Have you thought about what you'd like? Maybe a book, or a dress, or a game?" sonia:....*shrug* Chuuya: *smiles* "I'll try to get you something that you'll like." sonia:...ok. Chuuya: "And we can find something for Grandma. Maybe flowers?" -elsewhere- Yumi: *pours tea* "How are you?" marie: busy. felisia: doing well. ^^ Yumi: "Hmm. How many more months, Felisia?" felisia: the baby will be due in may. im so excited! ^^ Yumi: *smiles* "It is exciting." felisia: *she smiles* marie: ^^ christa: *peeeek* Yumi: *waves at Christa* "And your child will have friends here..." christa: hi hi. *tiny wave* Yumi: "Hi hi." *waves back* "Want to see Shiori?" christa: *nod* shiori: ba? Yumi: *waves at Shiori* "Say, 'Hi, Christa.'" shiori: habu! christa: ^^ Yumi: "Christa, how old are you?" *holds up her fingers* christa: *holds up 2 fingers* marie: good girl! *picks her up and kisses her forehead* christa: ^u^ Yumi: "So smart." *picks up Shiori* "And Shiori is 1 year old." shiori: ba! -elsewhere- Akitaru: "How's it going today?" tamaki: tired. Akitaru: "Well, Takehisa is wrapping up a snack--" Vulcan: "And a soda should perk you up. Think fast!" *tosses one* -bwap- tamaki: ....*glares with tears in her eyes* Vulcan: .___.;;; "If I said I was sorry--" tamaki: *laying on the floor, crying from stress* Vulcan: "!!!" Akitaru: "..." *leans down, pats Tamaki's head* "Tamaki...I'm sorry..." tamaki: *sniff* why do bad things happen to me all the time? Akitaru: "I don't know...But you've survived too much to give up: That's not who you are, especially when you've overcome more than most people." tamaki: *sniffs and wipes her eyes* i-i guess... Akitaru: *helps her up* "Let's get you some ice..." Vulcan: *looking down, quiet* "Sorry..." tamaki: i-its fine.... -elsewhere- Kyoka: *stare* "You look different.” kirako: ?? how so? Kyoka: "Just...something..." *looks around Kirako* kirako: hmm... Kyoka: "..." *leans her head to Kirako's stomach* kirako: owo; eh? Kyoka: "Hmm...Your stomach sounds different." kirako: >-<;; k-kyouka! please! im working! >///<; Kyoka: "...Okay." *walks back, picks up items from Ranpo's desk* ranpo: oi! >3< Kyoka: "Where did you get this candy?" *lifts up a jar* -elsewhere- Medusa: =_= *yawns* neian: zzzzz Akutagawa: "..." *scoops up snow* -bwap- Akutagawa: >_< elise: gottim! Akutagawa: "Oh, yes?" *summons Rashomon* elise: owo;; Akutagawa: "Now we play..." elise:... *making a run for it* eep! >w< *Rapid-fire snowballs* elise: *dodging as best as she can* Akutagawa: *carrying a large snowball* "Get back here!" elise: EEP! Akutagawa: "RAAAAAAAWR!" *brings the snowball down* elise: O-O; *SPLAT/BOOM* elise: *blink blink* Akutagawa: "...Well, that was fun. Do I win?" -elsewhere- Todoroki: *sighs* -knocks- fuyumi: shouto? Todoroki: "Yes?" fuyumi: how're you doing? Todoroki: "I'm okay...Just conflicted." fuyumi: oh? Todoroki: "I talked with mom again..." fuyumi: how is she? Todoroki: "Better...She seemed happier getting to talk to...family." fuyumi: hmm... i'll have to see her during winter break. Todoroki: "Please do...She misses you." fuyumi: *nods* -elsewhere- Iida: *looks at his mask* -...- {Tenya: "That helmet is so cool!"} {tensei: did you want to try it on?} {Tenya: *shiny eyes* "W-Would you let me?"} {tensei: *smiles and hands it to him* here you go, kiddo.} {Tenya: *turns his head--and the helmet doesn't with him* "...I can't see a thing."} {tensei: !!! *chuckles* you'll grow into it. ^^; } {Tenya: "!!! I can try it in the future?"} {tensei: sure!} Iida: *sets his own helmet down, puts his head in his hands* -the phone buzzes- Iida: *looks* momo: [hey. ^^] Iida: [hello. how are you?] momo: [good. are you at hosu yet?] Iida: [not yet. was packing] momo: [ah] Iida: [you finalized your internship?] momo: [yes.] Iida: [excited?] *folds his clothes and sets them into his suitcase* momo: [yeah.] Iida: [anyone else interning at that agency?] -elsewhere- Lily: "Is your friend not visiting, Misono?" misono: hmm? Lily: "Did I say 'friend'? I meant 'girlfriend'..." misono: *almost chokes* l-lily!! >/////< Lily: "Fu fu fu~ So cute. But I haven't seen her here recently..." misono: i suppose she's been busy given her circumstances... Lily: "Yes..." *pulls out a tissue, wipes his eyes* misono: .....lily? are you ok? Lily: "Yes...I just hope for your happiness." ^^ misono: ...r-right.... (thinking: lily, you've been sick since last month....is it because of the jinn you lost?) Lily: "I'll return to my chores..." *takes a step--and stumbles* misono: !!! lily! *going over to him* Lily: "H-How clumsy of me..." ^^; misono:....*pulling up his sleeve a bit* here.. Lily: "...Thank you." *small bite* misono: ..... Lily: *small gasp* "Okay...I feel better." ^^ misono: .... -elsewhere- Black Star: "Ah, that's better..." tsubaki: *getting changed* Black Star: *calls from outside her room* "All set?" tsubaki: yes. you? Black Star: "Yep!" *pulls on his shirt* tsubaki: ok. *smiles* Black Star: *smiles back* "Let's head out!" tsubaki: *hailing down a taxi* Driver: <Where to?> tsubaki: <DWMA tokyo branch, please.> Driver: <You got it.> Black Star: *gets in with Tsubaki* tsubaki: .... Driver: *takes off* Black Star: *looking out the window* "Feel weird being back?" tsubaki: a-a little... Black Star: "At least you'll get to see your parents." tsubaki: ..... Black Star: "..." *holds her hand* tsubaki: thanks. -late night- Sakuya: "Blue Shell!" soul: ah, dude! >3< kilik: boosh. sayaka: hehe. Sakuya: "Ha..." *tries to pull ahead* -BWOOM- Sakuya: ._. -elsewhere- Joker: *clinks his glass* ivy: *sips* scarlet: *sips* Joker: *sips* "Not long before toasting to a new year..." scarlet: yeah.... Joker: "...I want someone to keep an eye on them..." -elsewhere-

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IDOLiSH7 End Of Year Story 2018: Friends Scene!

A Peaceful Intermission Part 1: Friends Scene!

Part 2

Staff: Good work! We're all done!

Mitsuki Izumi: Good work!

Yamato Nikaido: Good work.

Nagi Rokuya: Good work! OH! What is wrong with Tamaki? He is still sitting down.

Sogo Osaka: It seems he fell asleep while we were on standby. I was wondering why he was being so quiet... Tamaki-kun, Tamaki-kun.

Tamaki Yotsuba: Snooze...

Sogo Osaka: This is bad... Everyone, go on ahead. I'll carry him after you.

Yamato Nikaido: No way.

Mitsuki Izumi: You can't carry someone of Tamaki's size.

Sogo Osaka: It's easier than you'd think. Tamaki-kun's center of gravity is right here around his shoulder and back, so if I prop him up from there and walk, his right leg will move on its own...

Nagi Rokuya: Hm... You talk like a mechanic.

Riku Nanase: Good job, everyone!

Nagi Rokuya: OH! Riku, Iori.

Iori Izumi: Good work. Is Yotsuba-san not waking up?

Sogo Osaka: That's right... How do you help him move around when he's like this at school?

Iori Izumi: I just leave him be.

Riku Nanase: Leave this to me! Ta-ma-ki! Wake up!

Riku Nanase: If we don't hurry back, we won't be able to go on a shrine visit!

Tamaki Yotsuba: Shrine visit...

Mitsuki Izumi: Ah, he's awake.

Tamaki Yotsuba: I went to a shrine.

Riku Nanase: Huh!? All by yourself? But we said we'd all go together!

Tamaki Yotsuba: No. Just now. In my dream.

Riku Nanase: Oh, in your dream. In that case, it's OK!

Tamaki Yotsuba: Yay!

Yamato Nikaido: What is this conversation... Come on, let's go.

Tamaki Yotsuba: What about the shoot?

Sogo Osaka: The others are done with their shoots, too.

Iori Izumi: You must've missed it, since you were asleep. Nanase-san's first...

Riku Nanase: You don't have to tell him!

Tamaki Yotsuba: His first what?

Iori Izumi: You'll see when the show is broadcast.

Tamaki Yotsuba: I wanna know!

Riku Nanase: Do you think they'll keep it in?

Iori Izumi: They definitely will.

Tamaki Yotsuba: Huh? What is it!?

Nagi Rokuya: Riku tripped over his own feet.

Tamaki Yotsuba: Ah, so the usual.

Iori Izumi: The usual, indeed.

Riku Nanase: It's not usual!

Tamaki Yotsuba: But it was his first fall of the year, right? We should celebrate it.

Iori Izumi: Should we really?

Tamaki Yotsuba: Rikkun, happy New Year!

Riku Nanase: Huh? Happy New Year!

Mitsuki Izumi: Ahaha. How many times are you gonna keep wishing each other a happy New Year? You've been doing it since morning.

Tamaki Yotsuba: Until I'm no longer in the New Year's spirit!

Sogo Osaka: We finally have the time to be able to visit a shrine together.

Nagi Rokuya: OH! I cannot wait for our first shrine visit of the year! The lion dance,  the fortune slips, the temple festival, offering  our prayers!

Mitsuki Izumi: It's already pretty late, so I don't think we'll get to see the lion dance or go to a temple festival, though?

Nagi Rokuya: OH! My New Year's spirit will not be sated until I see the lion  dance and a temple festival!

Tamaki Yotsuba: Same here!

Riku Nanase: Mine neither, I guess!?

Iori Izumi: Please stop complaining over such strange things.

Yamato Nikaido: But we can still draw fortunes and pray at the shrine,  can't we? We'll just stand out if we go  during the day.

Tamaki Yotsuba: Huh...

Sogo Osaka: We can't go to a temple festival, but we can buy takoyaki from the store on our way back. As long as you get to eat it, does it really matter where it came from?

Tamaki Yotsuba: You don't get it, So-chan!

Nagi Rokuya: OH... I wanted to see the lion dance...

Riku Nanase: Nagi, I can show you a lion dance!

Nagi Rokuya: OH! But how...

Riku Nanase: Look! Lion dance!

Iori Izumi: Uhiyaaagh!?

Iori Izumi: What are you doing, Nanase-san!? Don't cling to my back like that!

Riku Nanase: Iori, do the mouth part of the lion dance! Flap your arms, and try to bit Nagi's head with them. He'll get a blessing that way!

Iori Izumi: Nanase-san! You're always too sudden to do these things!

Riku Nanase: Dear Iori Izumi. Please do the mouth part for our lion dance. Sincerely, Riku Nanase. Happy New Year.

Iori Izumi: Saying it slowly a second time won't do you any good! I will not participate in anything so childish. Now, get off me.

Tamaki Yotsuba: Iorin, stop complaining over strange stuff.

Iori Izumi: My complaints are perfectly reasonable!

Mitsuki Izumi: Ahaha! In that case, I'll do the head part! Iori, get behind me!

Iori Izumi: What...

Mitsuki Izumi: Come on!

Iori Izumi: A-alright... Well then, here I go, Nii-san.

Iori Izumi: .........

Mitsuki Izumi: Are you holding on?

Iori Izumi: I am!

Mitsuki Izumi: Okay!

Mitsuki Izumi: Look, Nagi! It's the lion dance~!

Nagi Rokuya: OH! The lion dance is here! Hey, c'mon! Lion dance!

Mitsuki Izumi: Any crying kids here~?

Nagi Rokuya: No! Don't cry! Keep smiling!

Yamato Nikaido: Isn't this starting to get mixed up with some other dance (1)..?

Iori Izumi: N-Nii-san, you're skipping around too much...

Riku Nanase: Ahaha! Mitsuki's lion dances a lot!

Staff: Ahaha! IDOLiSH7 is doing something again!

Staff: They're so cheerful. Even when the cameras aren't rolling, they're always having fun.

Mitsuki Izumi: Come, Nagi! Gimme your head so I can chomp down on it real good!

Nagi Rokuya: But my head is already right here? You may bite me whenever you wish.

Mitsuki Izumi: I mean lower it!

Nagi Rokuya: OH! Sorry!

Mitsuki Izumi: Roooar!!

Nagi Rokuya: WHOOOO! I was bitten!

Tamaki Yotsuba: Bite Rikkun, too! It's supposed to give you good health, right!

Riku Nanase: Okay! Then you need to come be the body, Tamaki!

Tamaki Yotsuba: Alright, I'm making my body debut!

Yamato Nikaido: That's not a phrase I've heard before.

Sogo Osaka: It's the New Year, so new experiences should bring good luck.

Nagi Rokuya: In that case, I will make my debut as the lion's head! Mitsuki, grab on to me!

Mitsuki Izumi: Ahaha, sure! Make sure to bite Riku!

Iori Izumi: Huh? All of a sudden, we have a new head?

Sogo Osaka: That's a common occurrence in business, too.

Nagi Rokuya: Groowl!

Yamato Nikaido: And what a wild head he is.

Nagi Rokuya: Riku, prepare yourself! It is the end of the line for you!

Riku Nanase: H-help..!

Tamaki Yotsuba: Rikkun's in danger! This is a huge pinch!

Sogo Osaka: Is it?

Iori Izumi: What happened to the good health you were supposed to give? Just bite him already.

Nagi Rokuya: Chomp chomp!

Riku Nanase: I got eaten..!

IDOLiSH7: ........

Mitsuki Izumi: There! Now you're healthy!

Riku Nanase: I'm healthy!

Nagi Rokuya: And I got to see a lion dance!

Yamato Nikaido: Good for you.

Iori Izumi: Yotsuba-san! You were trying to put your hands on my sides amidst the chaos, weren't you!?

Tamaki Yotsuba: Hehe. You noticed?

Tsumugi Takanashi: Everyone, good work!

Sogo Osaka: Manager, good work.

Tsumugi Takanashi: You seem to be having a lot of fun, lined up like that! What were you doing?

Sogo Osaka: Um, Nagi-kun wanted to see a lion dance, so Riku-kun said he'd be the lion...

Yamato Nikaido: Just fooling around, as usual. They got a little excited since we'll finally get to go on a shrine visit.

Tsumugi Takanashi: I see! Well then, let's return to the office for a bit, and leave for the shrine right after!

Mitsuki Izumi: I hear Banri-san and the president will be coming, too?

Tsumugi Takanashi: It's nighttime, and some of you are still minors, so it's best to have some guardians with you...

Tsumugi Takanashi: But they said they'd follow you from afar, so as to not bother you!

Mitsuki Izumi: That just sounds scary...

Sogo Osaka: Apparently it's a god of entertainment. Since it's so late, we need to be quiet.

Tamaki Yotsuba: So we can't ring the big bell? Isn't that kinda boring?

Sogo Osaka: It'll be fun.

Sogo Osaka: As long as we're with the others, it'll be fun even if we have to stay quiet. And even a quiet prayer should reach the god.

Tamaki Yotsuba: So-chan, what are you gonna wish for?

Sogo Osaka: I thought you weren't supposed to tell other people your wishes?

Mitsuki Izumi: I've heard that, too. That'll be our rule this year.

Yamato Nikaido: Well, it's not like I'd go around telling my wishes to people, anyway.

Nagi Rokuya: You are just shy, Yamato. I know what you wish for, even if you refuse to tell me.

Yamato Nikaido: What?

Nagi Rokuya: ...I want these guys to have a safe year...

Riku Nanase: Nagi, that sounded just like Yamato-san!

Tamaki Yotsuba: Yeah! You've gotten even better at imitating him than me!

Yamato Nikaido: Stop doing impressions of me! Geez, you guys have picked up some creepy games to play... Come on, let's go.

Mitsuki Izumi: Ahaha. You look so embarrassed. Manager, what about them?

Tsumugi Takanashi: I've contacted them! Their schedules should be open!

Mitsuki Izumi: I see, that's great!

Nagi Rokuya: It is not. We made a promise to collect the complete set of coasters from that collaboration café...

Mitsuki Izumi: We can do that some other time! If all of us go there together, we'll just cause the shop trouble, y'know?

Nagi Rokuya: Hm... I suppose so.

Tsumugi Takanashi: Well then, everyone get in the car!

IDOLiSH7: Yes! 

- - - -

Staff: Good work today.

Toma Inumaru: Yeah. Good work.

Minami Natsume: That ended sooner than I thought.

Toma Inumaru: Right! We had a busy New Year, but it looks like we'll be free for tonight.

Torao Mido: Right. Even I don't have plans tonight.

Haruka Isumi: Me neither.

Minami Natsume: Neither do I. What about you, Inumaru-san?

Toma Inumaru: Me? I thought I'd go home and drink beer while watching all the New Year's shows I taped.

Toma Inumaru: Also, write New Year's cards! I got some from people I haven't sent anything to. So I'd like to get that done within the first week of January.

Haruka, Torao, and Minami: ........

Haruka, Torao, and Minami: Hmph...

Toma Inumaru: What's with the reaction!? Why do you guys have to glare at me!?

Torao Mido: No reason. Good job today.

Haruka Isumi: Good job.

Minami Natsume: Good work.

Toma Inumaru: Y-yeah. Good job...

Toma Inumaru: ........

Toma Inumaru: ...What the hell. It's the New Year, and they're already acting all moody...

Toma Inumaru: Oh, well. I wonder what snacks I should get on the way  back. Since it's the New Year, maybe  I should really treat myself...

Haruka Isumi: Shrine visit...

Toma Inumaru: Whoa, you startled me! When did you get there, Haru!?

Haruka Isumi: You said you wanted to go on a shrine visit with us.

Toma Inumaru: Huh..?

Haruka Isumi: We won't have a better chance than tonight.

Toma Inumaru: Huh? Ah... You guys wanted to go tonight?

Haruka Isumi: Not really. It's just that you said you wanted to go. And we're not busy tonight.

Toma Inumaru: Really? But that'll be possible until the end of the month...

Haruka Isumi: You need to do the  first shrine visit of the year within the  first week of January. Or are you one  of those people who only cares about  New Year's cards? Are you?

Toma Inumaru: Not exactly... So, are you telling me that Tora and Mina were waiting for me to invite them, too?

Haruka Isumi: I dunno.

Toma Inumaru: You guys can be such a pain in the ass... You should've just asked me yourselves, instead of waiting for me to invite you.

Minami Natsume: Inumaru-san.

Toma Inumaru: W-whoa... You surprised me! You guys are already done changing, Mina and Tora?

Minami Natsume: Fufu. As much of a pain as we can be, we're quick at getting changed.

Toma Inumaru: So you heard that...

Torao Mido: Minami and I just happened to be free tonight. We're gonna have dinner at a hotel.

Haruka Isumi: That sounds great!

Torao Mido: You can join us if you want, Haruka. After that, maybe we can go find a shrine and do whatever.

Toma Inumaru: You mean a shrine visit.

Torao Mido: Didn't you have some important New Year's cards to write?

Toma Inumaru: ...I'm not falling for that every time. You want me to come with you, right? Give me a proper invite.

Torao Mido: ......... Not really...

Haruka Isumi: We weren't gonna...

Minami Natsume: New Year's cards are an important aspect of Japanese culture, after all.

Toma Inumaru: Can't you just admit that you wanna go together!? I bet it'll be really fun!

Toma Inumaru: A lot happened this past year... So let's go to a shrine and  pray for a good new year together.

Torao Mido: ........

Torao Mido: I'm not going to invite you. You're the one who talked about this in the first place. So you need to say that you want to go.

Toma Inumaru: Listen...

Torao Mido: Why did you forget? We were waiting for you to bring it up.

Toma Inumaru: .......

Torao Mido: Stop being so impulsive. We're sick of dealing with your whims.

Torao Mido: If even you're full of shit, we won't have anything to believe in.

Toma Inumaru: Tora...

Minami Natsume: I think that's enough. If we dawdle, our free time will be over.

Minami Natsume: I've had enough of wasting time with needless stubbornness, too. I've learned that lesson the hard way.

Minami Natsume: Mido-san. Your expectations for other people are too high, as well.

Torao Mido: Minami...

Toma Inumaru: ...Sorry. I wasn't trying to string you guys along. And I didn't forget.

Toma Inumaru: I'm just bad at planning ahead. I thought we could go once things settled down...

Toma Inumaru: But you guys need to talk to me too, y'know. Sometimes, it makes me feel lonely when I'm the only one taking the lead and getting excited for something.

Toma Inumaru: If you're looking forward to something too, then just say it. That'll be enough to make me jump with joy. Because that way, I can actually get into the preparations!

Torao Mido: ........

Torao Mido: I wasn't looking forward to this, really.

Toma Inumaru: ...Oh, I see! Then don't come, stupid!!

Torao Mido: Wha...

Toma Inumaru: Haru, Mina, let's go.

Haruka Isumi: G-go where?

Toma Inumaru: The shrine.

Minami Natsume: What about Mido-san?

Toma Inumaru: Who cares. Haru, Mina, let's draw fortunes. I hope we get good ones.

Haruka Isumi: Wait, this isn't gonna work! Torao won't be able to say that he wants to come with us!

Minami Natsume: I think so, too...

Toma Inumaru: Shut up! That guy keeps making us walk on eggshells around him, despite being the oldest! He oughta learn some humility for once!

Torao Mido: .......

Haruka Isumi: ...He's staring at us! Hey, just go ask him!

Toma Inumaru: I just did, didn't I!? Why do I have to give in to him every single time!?

Minami Natsume: Because that's something only you can do, Inumaru-san.

Toma Inumaru: ...Only me?

Minami Natsume: Yes. I do feel apologetic for depending on you so much, but...

Minami Natsume: Isumi-san, Mido-san, and I are still too afraid of rejection, because we're not as strong as you.

Minami Natsume: We still can't shake the worry that we might be ridiculed and abandoned.

Toma Inumaru: ....... Dumbass. I'm like that, too.

Minami Natsume: I'm sorry.

Toma Inumaru: Haha, it's fine. Well, I guess I've got no choice...  

Toma Inumaru: Tora. I'm begging you. Won't you come with us?

Torao Mido: ........

Torao Mido: I don't want to.

Toma Inumaru: Why you..!! You're making this harder than it needs to be, asshole! Now's the time for you to agree!

Torao Mido: You said you were leaving me behind earlier.

Toma Inumaru: And I just took it back! Live in the moment, why won't you!!

Haruka Isumi: Geez, what a pain... We're taking too long to even leave. I'm done hanging out with you guys in my free time.

Toma Inumaru: Haru! Not you, too...

Haruka Isumi: So, let's make this work. I'll hire you guys.

Toma Inumaru: Work?

Minami Natsume: You'll be our employer?

Haruka Isumi: Yeah. You guys will follow me, and play with me. I'll entertain you the whole night.

Torao Mido: What's your margin?

Haruka Isumi: Payment upon completion. You got a problem with that?

Toma Inumaru: Haha... Nope.

Minami Natsume: Not at all.

Torao Mido: Hmph. Fine.

Haruka Isumi: Hehe! Then it's settled! Hey, have you decided which shrine we'll go to?

Minami Natsume: I'll show you my shrine of choice. Their amulets are lovely.

Minami Natsume: Truthfully, I wasn't sure whether to do a shrine visit this year... But thanks to all of you, I've somewhat gotten into the mood for it.

Toma Inumaru: I see... I'm happy to hear that.

Haruka Isumi: What shrine is it? Do you think we can we get cotton candy and candy apples there?

Toma Inumaru: Don't you think the food stalls will be closed by now?

Haruka Isumi: Huh? But I wanted to eat some...

Torao Mido: If it's apple-flavored candies you want, you can get them anywhere. Just buy some at a convenience store.

Haruka Isumi: They're not sold in convenience stores. They're whole apples that have been turned into a candy. They're so big that it's hard to walk around with one.

Toma Inumaru: That's right. And they stain your tongue red.

Minami Natsume: It's also very easy for the stick to come loose.

Torao Mido: So it's nothing but demerits. Why would you want something like that?

Haruka Isumi: Because it's so much trouble, and you can't get it at the store. Convenient and nice things are so outdated.

Haruka Isumi: I want something that's time-consuming, a huge pain in the ass, and hard to find. The same goes for me, and you guys, and this new year.

Haruka Isumi: Something that's hard to carry and sticks all over my hands is way better than gum that I can just chew on and spit out.

Torao Mido: Haha... I guess so.

Minami Natsume: Well then, as soon as we find candy apples, let's walk around with them.

Toma Inumaru: And stain our mouths red.

Haruka Isumi: Why not?

Haruka Isumi: Alright. Let's go. 

- - - -

Riku Nanase: I'm back!

Mitsuki Izumi: Welcome back!

Riku Nanase: Ahaha, but you came in with me!

Mitsuki Izumi: But it's nice to get a response, isn't it?

Riku Nanase: Yeah! Welcome back!

Iori Izumi: Nanase-san, don't leave your coat on the sofa. And Yotsuba-san, put your socks back on.

Tamaki Yotsuba: Ah! Coming back to the dorm makes me wanna lie around!

Sogo Osaka: We have to leave soon, Tamaki-kun. If you sleep right before going out in the cold, you'll get sick, you know?

Tamaki Yotsuba: Ah, by the way. Did we buy lozenges?

Yamato Nikaido: Lozenges? Does your throat hurt?

Tamaki Yotsuba: So-chan was feeling a little sick. Right?

Sogo Osaka: I'm fine. Manager bought me troches, and I got better right away.

Tamaki Yotsuba: Really?

Sogo Osaka: Yeah.

Tamaki Yotsuba: Say "aah". If that thing's red, it's bad. What was it called again, the vulv... (2)

Sogo Osaka: That would be the uvula, Tamaki-kun.

Tamaki Yotsuba: Was it? Show me.

Sogo Osaka: ........ Let's do that later. After I've brushed my teeth...

Tamaki Yotsuba: Why? Did you gt chocolate stuck on them? Did you eat some without telling me?

Nagi Rokuya: Sogo. Please get well soon. This year is much colder than the last year that ended a few days ago.

Sogo Osaka: But it's not any colder than Northmare, is it? You're good at handling the winter, Nagi-kun.

Nagi Rokuya: It is my season, after all. The air is clear, the stars are easy to see, and sometimes, the streets become covered in white.

Nagi Rokuya: And, women seeking warmth leap into my arms...

Yamato Nikaido: In the end, that's what you really care about.

Riku Nanase: I wonder when we're leaving for the shrine. What did our manager say?

Iori Izumi: She'll let us know once they contact her.

Mitsuki Izumi: Let's watch TV until then. Here we go.

Nagi Rokuya: OH! It is the show we appeared on!

Riku Nanase: You're right! We're singing our new song!

Tamaki Yotsuba: Here! After this part, I almost bumped into Nagicchi.

Mitsuki Izumi: It was pretty narrow there, after all. We had to make those sudden turns, too. I wonder if that got caught on camera?

Tamaki Yotsuba: I think so! We didn't crash, but we almost burst out laughing.

Nagi Rokuya: It was indeed very dangerous.

Tamaki Yotsuba: It's because you dodged by lifting your hands like you touched something hot.

Nagi Rokuya: You also avoided me like you had just stepped on a cat's tail.

Riku Nanase: Wow, I wanna see! Is it coming?

Tamaki Yotsuba: It's right after this... Ah...

Riku Nanase: It's Yamato-san!

Mitsuki Izumi: Yamato-san's making a cool face!

Yamato Nikaido: Whoa...

Iori Izumi: It seems the cameras were more focused on a closeup of our leader.

Tamaki Yotsuba: Hey, Yama-saaan...

Yamato Nikaido: What!? I didn't do anything.

Tamaki Yotsuba: You're so cool!

Yamato Nikaido: Wait, that's what you meant!? Haha. Thanks!

Sogo Osaka: Ah...

Riku Nanase: Ah..!

Iori Izumi: .......!

Riku Nanase: Holy cow..! Wasn't Mitsuki cool just now!?

Mitsuki Izumi: W-wasn't I!?

Yamato Nikaido: Ahaha. What are you getting all flustered for?

Nagi Rokuya: Fantastic! The camera work and your fanservice matched up with a perfect timing!

Sogo Osaka: I couldn't help making a noise. Mitsuki-san's very cool when he acts all mature.

Mitsuki Izumi: Sogo.

Sogo Osaka: Yes.

Mitsuki Izumi: I love you, man.

Sogo Osaka: Ugh..!

Tamaki Yotsuba: You're right. You did make a noise.

Yamato Nikaido: Oh, it's almost time for our center's turn.

Riku Nanase: Aaah... When you all stare at me like that, I get kind of nervous..!

Iori Izumi: What do you have to say about your performance?

Riku Nanase: Huh!? I think I did fine...

Tamaki Yotsuba: There he is..!

Nagi Rokuya: OH! Riku..!

Mitsuki Izumi: Riku! You're so cool!

Yamato Nikaido: Riku-kun! You're so cute!!

Riku Nanase: Thank you! Thank you, everyone..!

Iori Izumi: You don't need to wave your hands.

Iori Izumi: ........

Iori Izumi: Fufu... I suppose it's fine.

Iori Izumi: IDOLiSH7 will change the world again this year. 

Door opens

Tsumugi Takanashi: Everyone, good work!  

Riku Nanase: Manager!

Tsumugi Takanashi: They contacted me! Let's get going!

IDOLiSH7: Yeah... 

To be continued...

Translator’s notes..? 

1) the phrase “are there any crying kids here” is a part of the namahage dance, not the new year’s lion dance

2) tamaki was originally attempting to say のどちんこ, which is a japanese slang term for the uvula that literally translates to ‘throat dick’