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elliotthezubat · 6 years ago

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DEATH CITY DAYS CHAPTER 102

from snake monster battles, to magical girl stories, and retellings of monte cristo

*there's a note left for Naho, Lei-Lei, and Genny*

genny: ??

lei-lei: what do you think it is?

genny: it's a note.

lei-lei: =3= i can see that.

*it has a cartoon bear smiling sticker in the lower corner*

Note: "Dear charges--Today's lesson is search and destroy. I'm hiding somewhere on campus. You have until the end of the day to find me. Warning: I am super-incognito. 💗 Tezca"

naho: ok then, let's do this!

*Any clues in the room? Hmm...Looks like the closet door in the classroom is opened slightly...*

lei-lei: *peeeeeek*

*creepy eyes are staring out* OWO

lei-lei: found hi-

*the bear head rolls off its shoulders, stopping at Genny's feet...there's no head on the body*

genny + naho + lei-lei:...............*SCREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEAM*

Head: OWO *a slip of paper falls out of the head*

naho: ?? *picks it up*

*The paper is a receipt for breakfast at the DWMA cafeteria*

naho: come on, this way!

-elsewhere-

Eijiro: *face close to the glass* "Ooooo! Look at that one!"

mina: coool! *taking pics with her iphone*

ochako: wow, look at the jelly fish!

kaminari: QuQ;;;;;;

Tokoyami: "??? Something wrong?"

kaminari: i-i-i'm fine! i just- uh- BATHROOM BRB! *runs*

Tokoyami: "...Maybe he doesn't like crowds?"

jirou: *sweatdrop*

Todoroki: "It's pretty relaxing to watch..."

ochako: yeah. they look so pretty, dont they?

Todoroki: *glances* "...Yes."

ochako: ^^

Todoroki: "..." .\\\. *looks back at the fish*

Iida: "Hmm...Excellent form for movement..."

ochako: oh look at that one!

Todoroki: "H-Huh?"

Iida: *looking*

-she's pointing to one jellyfish-

ochako: it almost looks like a hot air balloon.

jirou:....i dont think i'll ever be able to unsee that now.

Iida: "Hm, it does."

Todoroki: "I wonder whether there's any jellyfish superhero...with a hot-air balloon."

mina: that would be totes cool!

-elsewhere-

Lucy: X~X "Everything hurts...My hair hurts..."

kirako: what happened?

Lucy: "Training...Kunikida had me do 'roadwork'--jogging for hours..."

kirako: oh dear. ^^;

Lucy: T~T "Not make me move. I just want to die here."

kirako: ^^; want something to eat?

Lucy: *nod nod* "A smoothie?"

kirako: sure thing. ^^

-elsewhere-

Rin: *walking through snow, checking the map*

stocking: *looking around*

Yukio: "The GPS tracker still isn't working...I suggest heading to the Shrine first."

stocking: good call.

-the shrine is just up ahead-

gilda:.....*shaking* b-buh....

Rin: "Where're the priests and such?"

stocking: hm....?? gilda?

gilda:...bu....bad....energy.....

Yukio: "..." *turns off the safety* "What kind of bad energy?"

stocking: ...something in the shrine?

Rin: *looks up* "..."

*something comes rolling down the hill from the Shrine*

stocking: ?? ...hello? is someone here?

Rin: "...Guys? Does that thing rolling down the hill look human-shaped?"

stocking: ?!?

*It's...Shura!*

stocking: !!!!!! shura!!

shura: *she's out cold*

stocking: *running over to her* rin, help me get her up. we need to get her back to the inn!

shura: nnh...mama....

Rin: "Got it!" *lifts her*

Yukio: *looks behind them, scoping for any threats* "..."

-something watches in the distance-

-elsewhere-

Tachihara: "Man, I'm this old and still have to have roommates?"

naoya: ah, suck it up, cupcake.

Tachihara: "I will suck nothing up!"

hirotsu: my sincerest apologies for your apartment, naoya.

naoya: ah, its fine. no skin offa my nose.

Tachihara: *grumbles* "We at least getting a TV?"

naoya: duh, of course.

Tachihara: "With a PS4?"

naoya: sure, why not.

Tachihara: "WOOT!"

-elsewhere-

sayaka: *on the bus to hoozuki* ^^

Passenger: *looking out the window* *sighs*

sayaka: ??

Passenger: "? Oh...Sorry. Just thinking..."

sayaka: ah.

Passenger: "The Ripper..."

sayaka: yeah, i've heard about that. *shudders* (magical girl murders....freaky.)

Passenger: "Makes you not want to leave your house..."

sayaka: well _im_ not scared. (YES I AAAAAAM!!!! DX> )

Passenger: "??? I am..."

sayaka: understandable. .u.;;

-at akanegasaki high school, it's lunch time-

arisa: *nom*

Matsuri: ^w^

Chisato: *eating quietly*

haruka: not to soil the mood, but have you heard about the recent murder?

Chisato: "..." *nods*

Matsuri: "Aw, that _does_ sour the mood." -~-

arisa: eh, nothing _we_ couldnt handle.

???: what are you, stupid?

arisa: -_-#

mika nishinaka: didnt you hear? this 'ripper' hunts magical girls. so that makes you four perfect targets.

arisa: you know what nishinaka? bite my ass.

mika nishinaka: WHAT DID YOU JUST SAY TO ME?!

arisa: you heard me. go legally brain dead. from lack of oxygen. from choking on my whole ass.

mika nishinaka: why you little-

mika's friend: whatever, come on mika, those losers arent worth your time.

mika's friend 2: yeah.

mika nishinaka:...tch- you got off easy.

arisa: >XP

Matsuri: ^^; "Went better than expected..."

Chisato: "Unbelievable. Can't you try to stay calm?"

arisa: i could do that if she wasnt such a biatch all the time.

haruka: ^^;

Chisato: "In school, could you try not to curse so much?"

arisa: *grumble* =~= i swear, summer break cant get here sooner...

intercom: attention, will arisa narumi, chisato shion, haruka kanade, and matsuri hinata please report to the principal's office?

arisa: AW COME ON! D8<

haruka: normally i'd assume arisa was in trouble again, but they did call all of us, so i'm assuming it might be a briefing?

Chisato: "In all likelihood."

Matsuri: "Great!" *leaps up* "Let's get going!"

-elsewhere-

Rin: "...She's still not waking..."

gilda: *patching up shura's injuries*

Yukio: "The injuries are consistent with any number of demons...The slice here seems most indicative of a serpentine one, such as a hydra."

stocking: do you think she's poisoned?

Yukio: "Given how shallow the cuts are, I think that's a reasonable assumption. But it'll take time to check her blood."

stocking: *sigh*

Rin: "...Shura, come back to us...You can't die like this..."

shura:...nhg...nghuh? uhh...my head....

stocking: take it easy, shura.

shura: huh? st-stocking? what're you doing here?

stocking: we could ask you the same thing. you just left without a word.

shura:....heh, i guess the fruit doesnt fall far from the tree after all...

stocking: well, you're my friend, so of course i'll be worried.

shura:....*small smile* guess i have a lot of explaining to do, huh?

Rin: "What happened? Are you poisoned?"

shura: i dont think i am, i doubt hachirou would do that to me...

Yukio: "Hachirou...Why wouldn't he?"

shura: well, i should start from the beginning, shouldnt i? well, im in a contract with a demon known as hachiroutaro okami, the patron deity of the towada area.

Yukio: "The one Fujimoto saw?"

shura: yeah, that one. guess he told you, huh?

Rin: "Only how he found some thief and a hydra."

shura: =3= well, i didnt enter the contract directly, my ancestor, tatsuko kirigakure, did.

stocking: so why are you here?

shura: i heard the illuminati was causing trouble up here. it even woke up a yuki onna from her sleep.

stocking: that explains the blizzard.

Yukio: "The Illuminati didn't give you those injuries: Hachirou did. Why?"

-she explains everything-

stocking: ?!?!?

Yukio: "...That sword is from Hachirou..."

Rin: "Damn...Shura, I'm sorry. It's like a curse."

shura: yeah, dying young isnt fun at all...and i still need to have a kid too.......so if any of you know any cute guys~..

stocking: THIS ISNT SOMETHING TO JOKE ABOUT!

shura:..right...sorry....trying to lighten the mood...

Yukio: -_-;

Rin: "Then let's beat the shit out of Hachi and kill his ass!"

shura: cant. he's immortal.

Yukio: "And even in death, the contract with Shura would continue."

Rin: "Then hit his weak point! Or threaten him!"

shura: not much you can do about this, i'm afraid....*removing bandages* my injuries are healed now at least.

Rin: "?!" *looks at Stocking and Yukio* "Come on--help me out here! Don't you have some plan?"

stocking: im trying to think of something...

shura: just give it up. my fate's pretty much sealed.

Yukio: "..."

Rin: "BULLSHIT! You still have to be alive to teach me more! I need you here to help me kick Satan's ass!"

shura: ...heh *hair ruffle* you still got a long way to go...stocking, i hope you can forgive me for being a shitty tutor.

stocking: *wiping her eyes*

Rin: *shaking in anger and on the verge of crying*

shura: give shiro and mephisto my regards, ok?

Rin: "You have to be kidding me! I--"

Yukio: "Get some rest, Shura." *picks up Rin*

shura:....and stocking. thanks for being my friend.

stocking:...*nods* *exits, tears falling*

-elsewhere-

Inka: *looking in the mirror...tugs one of her eyelids*

sasori: what's up?

Inka: "...Is something off with my eyes? They look...different."

sasori:...huh, they do look a bit different.

Inka: "I wonder why...Puberty?"

sasori: maybe it's a side affect of the adora burst?

Inka: "I wonder if it'll give me a growth spurt, too..." *tries to stretch herself* "URK!!!" *still stretching herself* "...Am I taller?"

-elsewhere-

Kafka: *looking at his right arm* "..." *rotates his shoulders*

-a game can be heard being played on the tv-

Kafka: "???" *checks*

walter 2: hello~

walter 3: hello~

walter 5: hello~

Walter Prime: "Hey!"

Kafka: "... ... ...What the hell are they doing here?"

walter 2 + 3 + 5: playing smash.

Walter Prime: "I'm kicking butt!"

Kafka: "..." *facepalm* "This just seems...insulated. Don't any of you--I mean you--have other people to play against?"

walter 3: maybe

Kafka: "..." *sighs, reclines in a chair, just staring at the screen blankly*

walter 5:.....so did you confess to etta yet?

Kafka: *covers his face, groans*

walter 5: i take that as a no then.

Kafka: "...It's probably too soon. We almost got killed by our abilities...She knows I'm this unclean...bug. I'm gross."

walter 2: never know if ya dont try.

Kafka: "..." *stands up, exits*

-elsewhere-

Chisato: *sitting with the others in the Principal's office*

headmaster: i assume you all know why you're here?

arisa: nishinaka started it!

headmaster: ...not that. you've been tasked by the hoozuki's DWMA branch to investigate the ripper murders during your patrols.

Chisato: "Us? That's..." *inhales* "We will take this mission seriously!"

headmaster: you'll also be assisted by a veteran magical girl from death city. feel free to introduce yourself.

sayaka: hey, im sayaka miki nic-

arisa: *SQUEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE*

sayake: -ce to meet...you...

arisa: oh, my, gee, i am SUCH a huge fan!

sayaka: d'aww. (*SQUEEEE* I HAVE FANS! >w<)

Matsuri: "Yay, new friend!"

Chisato: -_-; "Could we maintain some semblance of integrity?"

sayaka: r-right, right. *ahem* so basically, i'm gonna be joining you gals on your patrols for a while.

haruka: how nice.

arisa: *INHALE* im good, im totally not gonna faint.

Matsuri: *offers a brown paper bag* ^^;

-elsewhere-

Rin: *crosses his arms* "..."

stocking:........

Yukio: "True Cross won't have reinforcements until later tonight--the weather is getting worse."

Rin: "Goddamn it...Why can't Shura just cancel this contract..."

stocking: i feel so helpless....i just wish i could speak to this 'hachirou' and give them a piece of my mind!

Yukio: "If we could only convince him to cancel the contract and free Shura...But like Hachirou, she's too proud."

Rin: "..." *sniffs* *looks around* "???"

gilda: !!!

Rin: "You felt it too, right?"

Yukio: "???"

stocking: *opens the door* !!!!!!!!! s-she's not there!

-meanwhile-

shura:...ngh....nhuh?

???: "Welcome back."

shura: hachirou?

Hachirou: *stares at her with multiple eyes* "You have healed."

shura:....?! w-why cant i move?

Hachirou: "One look into our eyes, and we can keep you in place."

shura: tch- you cant just keep me prisoner here just because _you_ are. plus you have that yuki onna around now, so shouldnt that keep you busy? i may look like your beloved tatsuko, but im not _actually_ her!

Hachirou: "You are Tatsuko--"

shura: the name is Shura Kirigakure! live with it!

Hachirou: "Be quiet!" *walks down the steps* "You are ours..."

???: like hell she is!

shura: ?! *turns*

stocking: CROSS-SLASH!

Hachirou: *knocked back* "Wh-What abomination is this thing..."

shura: stocking!

stocking: you ok?

shura: y-yeah. you really shouldnt'a come here.

*something appears over Stocking's shoulder, coming at her fast--*

stocking: i wanted to, you're my friend... !!! *turns*

*a snake explodes from Hachirou's body, like an arm, wrapping around Stocking's body and biting down*

stocking: *screams out* GAH!

shura: !!!!

Rin: "Stocking!" *leaps, slashing at the snake* "Let go of her!"

Yukio: *aims--*

Hachirou: *already on top of him, smashing their foot into Yukio's head into the snow*

stocking: *struggling to break free*

Hachirou: *wraps snakes around Rin and Stocking* "Cease your movements. Tatsuko, I thought you better than to put others in danger for your sake."

Rin: *trying to bite the snake* *NOM GNARL GROWL*

Hachirou: *looks at Shura's hair* "...A flame that attracts such moths..."

shura: *glares*

stocking: *trying to cut herself free*

Rin: *flames on* "GET THE FUCK OFF OF ME!"

Hachirou: *lets out a loud hiss, the fire and Stocking's angelic and demonic properties overwhelming Hachirou for a moment*

stocking: *SLICE*

Rin: *rolls down the hill before he regains his footing*

Hachirou: "AH!" *slams a snake arm at Stocking's head*

stocking: !!! *dodge*

Yukio: *still under Hachirou's foot* "Stop this..."

Hachirou: "We will no longer wait...Tatsuko, we proceed."

shura: he's just a kid!

Rin: "AH!" *swings, slicing the snake arm that is attacking Stocking*

stocking: thanks.

Hachirou: "They hardly look like kids. And if they are, what does that make you, Tatsuko? Has age made you feel guilt for these humans, these abominations?"

Rin: "Any time...Now let's slice him until there's nothing left!"

shura: i told you, i'm not tatsuko!

Hachirou: "...Wait..." *lets out a chuckle* "Oh, I see...They are hybrids...Interesting...With such properties...I could use them for breeding."

Yukio: "?!"

Rin: ._.; "...Oh, fuck no, you nasty fuck."

stocking: I MAY BE INTO TENTACLES, BUT THAT DOESNT CHANGE THE FACT THAT I'M MARRIED, YOU SHIT!

shura:....waaaay too much info.

Hachirou: "...Tatsuko. Move here." *steps off of Yukio, kicking him over to his back*

Yukio: *gasps, groans...* "I-I can't move..." *struggling to lift his hand to his firearm*

shura: NO WAY! im not gonna do _that_! he's way too young for me.

Hachirou: "NOW!"

Rin: "Oh, fuck this noise--" *swings his blade--* *SLICE*

Hachirou: "AH!"

Rin: "Stocking! Together!"

stocking: right, heaven and hell. REPENT MOTHERFUCKER!

Rin: "AHHHH!" *brings down the sword from above, while Stocking kicks Hachirou up and slices from below*

Hachirou: *groans, but laughing* "You foolish brats! Look at her! Tatsuko is getting old! Her life force ebbs even as you persist with this foolish endeavor! She will die once the contract is complete--"

Rin: "Shura's going to live even older than that!" *slice, slash*

shura: ......

Hachirou: *grabs Rin by the tail--*

Rin: "OW!"

Hachirou: *flings him into Stocking*

stocking: GRK-

shura: hachirou! stop this!

Hachirou: "Why should I? When this is over, you will live on through your children...A phoenix reborn, over and over..."

stocking: and how do you think _she_ feels?!

shura: !!

Hachirou: "We know how she feels. The desperation to keep living. The desire for something more beyond this isolated world. Her loneliness...She is what I want."

Yukio: "...'I'? What happened to 'we'?"

Hachirou: *constricts snakes around Stocking and Rin*

stocking: !!!! grk-

Rin: *gasping, his face going blue*

shura: please, stop this!

Hachirou: "Not as long as you live."

shura:....alright then. *aims the sword at her neck*

stocking: !!! SHURA, DONT!!

Hachirou: "?!" *lets go of them* "Put that down--"

Rin: "Son of a...Shura, stop! We'll...We'll think of something! Bro! Do something!"

Yukio: "...Shura, put it down..."

shura: if i die now, i can end this. for your sakes.

stocking: that wont solve anything!

Yukio: "...I know another way. One where you don't have to die."

shura: ?

Yukio: "Hachiroutarou!" *offers his hand* "Will you form a contract with me?"

shura: !!!

Rin: "?!"

Hachirou: "..."

Yukio: "It would be to your advantage, and to mine. If you continue to force her--" *gestures to Shura* "--she will kill herself. That is not what you want."

Hachirou: "...Your terms?"

stocking:...

Yukio: "Free Shura from the demon sword contract--and give it to me, along with the regenerative ability of her blood. In exchange, you will not have to worry about conceiving a child. I will conceive one for you."

Hachirou: "..."

Rin: *epic squick face* "...Wha?"

stocking:...what.....the.....fuck....

gilda: *looking at a book on genetics*... ??

Hachirou: "...What did you say--"

Yukio: "Oh, I'm sorry--did I stutter? I'll repeat: you want another child with Tatsuko. To do so would simply make you a pale imitation of your true hydra form. But if had me conceive a child with her, you avoid that step of debasing yourself to a lowly human or lowly human-demon form. As well, your fixation on hypnotizing your victims--I mean, your intended? It is...Well, it's beneath you. I, however, already have a close, intimate relationship with Shura--"

Rin: *INTERNAL SCREAMING*

stocking: WHAT?!

Rin: "THIS IS SOME SICK SHIT, BRO!"

stocking: AND WHAT WOULD SHIEMI THINK?!

shura: hey, this is no time to be gambling my life for the sake of ships!

Yukio: *ignoring them* "--so it is easy for Shura and me to engage in congress to conceive a child."

Hachirou: "...That's not why you want this. The real reason is...you want my demonic power." *points at Shura, Rin, and Stocking* "You're envious of them."

stocking: oxo;

shura: ....

Rin: "...Wait..." *slight smirk* "Nah...Nah! Yukio, you're not--..." *he stops smiling* "...No...Yukio! You can't be serious! This can't be about--"

Yukio: "Rin...I'm sorry. I want to become stronger. And with Hachirou--"

Rin: "No! This is not you! Think of us! Think of Shiemi--"

*BANG*

stocking: !!!

Rin: *collapsed, shot in his chest, bleeding*

stocking: RIN!!!

Yukio: *not even looking at Rin* "Shura...A pointless death does not suit you. You can still be of use to me. You've been...kind to me all this time. I don't want you suffering from hypnosis for some rape, or to die by suicide. I promise, I'll treat you well."

shura:....

stocking: yukio.....im sorry....but this is too much. *aims sword*

Yukio: "...Stocking..." *aims his gun* "Don't. Rin can survive that bullet. You won't."

stocking: yukio, do you _really_ want to be threatening your boss's daughter?

Yukio: "With this power, he won't be my boss. And True Cross will have a new lord: Hachiroutarou."

Hachirou: "..."

stocking: why you son of a-

*BANG BANG BANG BANG BANG*

stocking: *collapses*

shura: !!!!!!!!!!!! yukio! h-how could you?!

Yukio: "Well, my lord?"

Hachirou: "..." *chuckles* "I like you. Very well."

*snakes wrap around Shura, holding her in place against a tree*

shura: yukio, please, you dont have to do this!

Yukio: "This is for your own good, Shura. Consider it a blessing."

*one snake forms a hand, a finger touching the mark atop Shura's chest*

shura:....im not going to forgive you for this. just so you know.

Yukio: *silent*

*the mark is pulled from Shura's skin, tugging at her body and soul*

shura: grk-

*the mark is ripped from Shura*

shura: *screams out*

Hachirou: "Now, my charge...Kneel."

Yukio: "..." *gets on his knees*

Hachirou: *takes Yukio's shirt--and rips it open, bringing a finger to his chest* "Ah...I haven't been so excited since Tatsuko..."

Yukio: "Thank you, my lord. Like a phoenix, rising from the ashes--"

*SLICE*

Hachirou: "!!!" *coughs up blood*

Rin: "I'M RIGHT BEHIND YOU!"

Hachirou: *gasps*

-SLASH-

*Hachirou's head...rolls off his shoulders*

Yukio: "..." *smiles* "Good work."

stocking: *wipes blood off*

shura: WHAT?! b-but, you were both shot!

stocking: bullet-proof vest~

Rin: "...Wait, what?! Yukio didn't give me one!" *pulls up his shirt, showing a vitamin bullet lodged in his chest* "Yukio, you jerk!"

Yukio: *shrugs* "I only had one!"

shura:......

Yukio: "..." *looks at Shura* "You are now free."

-the blizzard intensifies-

Rin: "??? Oh, right--the Yuki-thingie. Well, we can deal with that...Hard to see now, though...I--GRK!"

stocking: !!

Yukio: "Rin--" *his voice is muffled--before something sounds like it was slammed into the snow*

???: "Unacceptable...Unforgivable!"

stocking: ?!

*something is seen rising from the snow...and it wraps around Shura*

shura: ?!?!?!

???: "You thought your flames and powers were enough? You haven't sliced off all my heads!"

stocking:....aw shit.

*a snake monster--the hydra's true form--towers over them, refusing to let go of Shura*

Hachirou: "FREEZE THEM ALL!"

stocking: well NOW what?

Yukio: "Rin should've burned him when he had the chance!"

Rin: "How is this my fault?! You shot me!"

stocking: now's not the time for sibling squabbles!

Yukio: *grunts* "Rin, burn it, but don't look into its hypnotic eyes. Stocking and I will give you cover."

stocking: *swords out*

Rin: *nods* *runs alongside Hachirou, making burning slices at its sides*

Hachirou: *swinging its tendrils--its eyes meeting Rin's*

Rin: "..." *collapses*

stocking: RIN! DX<

Yukio: "Damn it...How do you slice something when you need to see it?"

???: "Just be faster than its sight!"

Yukio: "..." -_____-#

stocking: ?!

*WHOOSH*

Shima: *waves* "Howdy!"

stocking:......*PUNCH*

Yukio: "...I knew he was in the room next to us the entire time. That's why I threatened to fail him...But no, no one listens to me..."

Shima: X__X

Rin: *lying next to Shima* X_X

stocking: sowwy~ there was a bug~ ^^#

gilda: >~<

Shima: *bounces up, with a black eye* "Hey! I was in the same hot spring inn, undercover on YOUR DAD'S ORDERS--and I never once peeped on you, and this is the thanks I get! ..." *looks Stocking up and down* "You're looking well~"

-PUNCH-

stocking: so sorry~ there was another bug~ ^^##

Shima: X_X *two black eyes*

Yukio: "...I'll wake him up..." *scoops up snow--and shoves it down his pants*

Shima: "AAAAAAH! I'm up!"

Yukio: "You wait until now to show up?!"

gilda: *shaking rin* >^<;;

Shima: "I was...busy." >_>;

stocking:......*SUPLEX CITY BITCH*

Rin: @w@ "No, Pops--you added too much garlic..." *shakes himself awake* "...Gilda? ...Shura!"

Shima: X______X

stocking: hmmm.... *lightbulb* i have an idea, rin, use this! *hands him a pocket mirror*

Rin: "Oh, like the gorgon!"

Yukio: "...You know _that_ story?"

Rin: "I know things!"

Hachirou: *roars* "YOU ARE MINE FOREVER!"

shura: ...... (what was.....i born for?)

Hachirou: "I AM TIRED OF BEING ALONE! I WILL KEEP YOU FOREVER! YOUR CHILDREN FOREVER! NOW, SLEEP WITH ME!"

shura:.....alright.....you win......

Hachirou: "...GOOD. INCREASE THE BLIZZARD! HIDE OUR PATH!" *slithers towards the lake...*

{shura: *looking up at the clouds on a hill*}

{Fujimoto: "There you are--Woo! What stinks?!"}

{shura: ...wasnt me.}

{Fujimoto: "That cigarette in your mouth, smart ass!"}

{shura: didnt _you_ used to smoke, ya crate of hippos?}

{Fujimoto: "I stopped years ago, but the stress you cause me makes me want to start! ...'Hippos'?"}

{shura: you know, hypocrite? it was a play on words.}

{Fujimoto: -_-# "You can be that clever, yet I keep getting reports about..." *flips through his notes* " 'Skipped 3 days of classes. Drinking on the roof.' Then you were partying until 4 AM, somehow super-glued Mephisto's desk to his ceiling--Wait..." *looks up* "...How...did you even..."}

{shura: really good super-glue.}

{Fujimoto: "..." *lets out a laugh, sits next to her* "...How old are you now? 30? 40? 108?"}

{shura:.........why're you here? just to lecture me more?}

{Fujimoto: "...Mephisto is kicking you out of True Cross. Your education is done."}

{shura: WHAT?!}

{Fujimoto: "There's no point to it. Take the degree and leave. You're bored in class, you don't like being stifled, and I'm sick of coddling you--Go get a job."}

{shura: well maybe i dont _want_ a job! >3<# you sound like an old curmudgeon! ......it's cause of those kids, isnt it? they've changed you.}

{Fujimoto: "Shura...Is this how you want to spend the rest of your life?"}

{shura: so? im gonna die young anyway, so why should i even care anymore? besides. *looks at the sky, silent tears falling* i dont even know why i'm alive to begin with...}

{Fujimoto: "..." *pats her shoulder* "I know...You just have to live. I want you to live. It's okay to be alive. You deserve to be alive."}

{shura: how can _you_ know that?}

{Fujimoto: "...Because I have to tell myself that every day."}

shura:.....(is it really....)

Hachirou: *pulls her and himself into the lake*

shura: .....*spots something* ?? (is that-)

stocking: the target's straight ahead!

Rin: "Then shoot me at it!" *blindfolded with his own scarf*

shura: !!!

stocking: *flings him* dont forget to use the mirror!

Rin: "Riiiiiiiiiight!" *SPLASH* ("CHEESE AND CRACKERS, IT'S COLD AS BALLS!")

shura: rin?!

stocking: HEY, SCALES! OVER HERE!

Hachirou: <WHAT?!>

Rin: *keeping his mouth shut, as he slices through the path of Hachirou's back*

Hachirou: <ARG! THE BLUE FLAMES! IT BURNS!>

shura: !!!!

Rin: ("Okay, that's been enough seconds...I should be near the head...") *pulls down his scarf, keeps swimming, pulls out the mirror* ("I can't hold my breath forever...") *looks through the mirror--and sees a giant eye* "?!" ("There it is!")

Hachirou: <SPAWN OF SATAN! I WILL KILL YOU!>

stocking: RIN! THE MIRROR!

Rin: *closes his eyes, swings the blade--and lands at Hachirou's neck*

Hachirou: <ARG! STOP! TATSUKO! MAKE HIM STOP!>

shura: !! YOU GOT THIS RIN!

Rin: *screaming underwater, as he completes the cut, beheading Hachirou*

Hachirou: *inhuman screaming, its tendrils holding onto Shura...until their grip lessens*

shura: !!!

stocking: *dives in and flies back out with shura*

shura: *cough cough*

Hachirou: <TATSUKO...I DON'T WANT TO DIE...>

stocking: if you really did love her, you wouldnt force her into this!

Hachirou: <TATSUKO...DON'T LEAVE ME...>

Rin: *coughing up water*

shura:......i really do feel sorry for you....

Hachirou: <...>

*something explodes from the water--its the head of Hachirou*

Rin: "Oh, come on..."

shura: !!!!

Hachirou: *opens its mouth, tentacles erupting out, tying up Shura* <YOU ARE MINE! ALL OF YOU! YOUR HAIR! YOUR ARMS! YOUR LEGS! ALL OF YOU IS OURS!">

shura: grk-

Rin: "Shura!" *summons more blue flames* "Come on! Burn up already!"

Yukio: "Its regeneration exceeds the rate of Rin's flames..."

stocking: shit...

Yukio: "...We're out of options. Shima. Yamantaka can sever those tentacles--"

Shima: O_O; "Come on! It'll kill me!"

Yukio: "Not literally--so do it."

stocking: make yourself useful for once, shima.

Rin: "I'll make as many flames as I can! Stocking, catch her when Shima slices her loose!"

stocking: right!

Shima: "You're all crazy! Why so reckless over this?!"

stocking: because she's our friend!

Yukio: "..." *grabs Shima by the collar* "And she is reckless, too."

Shima: "..." *gulps*

Hachirou: <NEVER FEAR...WE'LL BE TOGETHER FOREVER...>

shura: grk-....will......you......

Hachirou: <WILL I...?>

-SLICE SLICE SLICE-

shura: SHUT THE HELL UP ALREADY!?!?!?

Hachirou: <ARG! YOU ROTTEN TROLLOP! I'LL-->

*blue flames cover Hachirou*

Hachirou: *screams*

Shima: "He's too fast--" *swinging his staff*

Yukio: *firing--until he is captured by a tentacle* "GRK!"

shura: yukio! *SLICE*

Yukio: *coughs...it's knocked out*

stocking: rin, shura, let's triple threat this big bad!

shura: sounds like a plan!

Rin: "I got one more in me..."

Hachirou: "Tatsuko...Don't..."

shura: for the last fucking time *slices her ponytail off* IM SHURA, MOTHERFUCKING, KIRIGAKURE!

-TRI-BLADE ATTACK-

Hachirou: "NOOOOOOOOoooo..."

*an explosion of snow and blue flames covers all...*

Yukio: *collapsed in the snow*

stocking: *pants*

Rin: "...I-I'm done..." *gets on his knees* "Woo..."

shura: ha...ha....

*from the snow...something slithers...*

stocking:....is that?

shura:....huh...tiny little thing, isnt he?

*a small snake, sliced along its side, emerges*

Snake: ._. "..." *slithers away*

-net'd-

gilda: gotcha.

Snake: ._.

shura:.......................GILDA CAN TALK?!?!

gilda: ^^;

Rin: "I know, right..." *falls on his side* "When we get back...just dunk me in the hot spring...Clothed...I want to heat up..."

-the blizzard seems to have stopped-

Rin: "...What? _Now_ the snow stops?"

gilda: i-i convinced her......to go to sapporo....to hibernate.....

stocking: that's good to know.

Rin: "...MVP, Gilda..."

gilda: ^w^

Shima: "...Is it safe to come out now?"

shura: should be.

Shima: "WOO! Okay, good work, team! ...Wow, Shura, the new hair...Kind of boyish, but hot!"

shura: yeah, plus it should be cooler with it being summer soon.

Shima: ^w^ "Great! Pools, bikinis, water slides, bikinis--"

-PUNCH-

Shima: *dead*

stocking: golly~! what's with all the bugs up here~? ^^####

Rin: *still lying down* "Thank you..."

Yukio: "...Shura..."

shura: hm?

Yukio: "...Back there...I was only...I didn't mean it. I would never..."

shura: oh, what, are you too good for me or something?

Yukio: O\\\\O; "N-No! That's not it at all!"

Rin: *back on his feet* "You better not hook up with Shura! Shiemi will murder you! Besides, Shura's like our sister! Our really older sister!"

shura: ah, im just bullshitting you, four-eyes! and rin's technically right. 737; in a way.

Rin: ^w^ "Great! So, now that you're not dead, you can get back to teaching us!"

shura: yeah, and stocking's tutoring....

Yukio: ^^; *clutching his arm...*

gilda:..a-are you....ok?

Yukio: "I...think I'll need medical attention. I feel like I broke it--"

*a helicopter is heard overhead*

Rin: *looks up* "?!"

stocking: huh, how convenient.

Yukio: "They did say True Cross would be here by tonight..."

Shima: *leaps up* "I made sure to call them for assistance, too! Aren't you happy I came~?"

stocking: well, we should probably head back to the inn now.

shura: sounds like a plan.

Yukio: *struggles to move*

shura: hey, you ok?

Rin: "...I can stay to check--"

gilda: *still has hachirou in the net*

Shima: "I'll stay until the True Cross medics see to Mr. Okumura~ It's the laest I can do, my fair beauty~"

Snake: ._.

stocking: *walking away* i dont think kid will take to kindly to you flirting with me.

Shima: ^^; "...It's fine, right? Her husband isn't the jealous sort, is he?"

Yukio: "He'll kill you without regret."

Shima: ._______.;

shura: and given that he is a shinigami, he could probably revive you just to kill you again.

Rin: *limping* "...I'm glad you're here, Shura."

Shima: Q_____Q "...I think I need medical now. I'll wait here with Yukio..."

-elsewhere-

Asher: *reviewing the grocery list* "..."

cassidy: anything else we need?

Asher: "...Um...I think Izumi's having a rough time..." *looks at cookies*

cassidy: oh?

Asher: "She's gotten more quiet. I think something must be up about this time of year." *grabs the cookies, puts back some chips they got for themselves*

cassidy: hmm...well, today is maka albarn's birthday.

Asher: "...Oh...I didn't..."

cassidy: it's fine.

Asher: "...I'll text her tomorrow, or see her for mentoring..."

cassidy: *nods*

Asher: "...I think I'm done."

cassidy: alright, lets head to the register then.

-elsewhere-

Cafeteria Cashier: "Hmm? Bare man? No--everyone who's been through here has been fully dressed."

genny: no, 'bear man' as in b-e-a-r.

Cafeteria Cashier: "Oooooooh...No, but I did see an ape. They bought a muffin and some iced tea."

naho: did you see where they went?

Cafeteria Cashier: "They went to the hall and left--they had on gym clothes and a basketball."

naho: thank you very much. let's go!

Cafeteria Cashier: ^^; *waves*

*there are still a few students roaming the halls*

naho: *looking around*

*The gym is empty...Looks like basketballs were put away...The doors to the locker rooms are open...There's an empty DWMA mascot uniform in the corner--an exaggerated big-head Lord Death suit that a student wears for games*

lei-lei: hmmm.... *points to a door*

*no sound from inside...*

lei-lei: they're in there. i can feel the ki of two people...

genny:...'chi'? you mean soul perception?

lei-lei: same thing!

naho: *opens the door*

*it's dark inside...there's a light switch by the door*

naho: *flips the switch*

*looks to be sports equipment...bin of baseballs, bin of towels, stacks of track hurdles...*

-the three start looking-

naho: *checks the baseballs*

genny: *checks the towels*

lei-lei: *checks the hurdles*

*When Genny pulls back a towel, she is greeted by a horse's head*

genny: *SCREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEAM*

*a head pops out of the towels*

???: "Who's that?!"

naho: !?

???: "..." *lifts the towel, revealing someone* "Oh, Enrique! My horse mask!"

genny: found him.

Enrique: *pops up behind thehurdles* "Gou?"

lei-lei: awww, how cute!

Enrique: *holds up arms*

???: "Thanks~ I try to moisturize--"

genny: TMI!

???: -_-; *puts back on the horse head--it's obviously Tezca* "How did you find us?"

lei-lei: questioning and soul perception.

Tezca: " 'Soul perception'?! Darn it, that's too easy!"

-elsewhere-

Free: *staring at a wall* "..." *sighs*

milia: ~?

Free: "..." *musses her hair*

milia: *giggle*

Free: "Sorry, kiddo--Just thinking about clans..."

milia: ah.

Free: *shrugs* "Sorry I don't have a big family like Eruka does."

milia: it's ok, papa. i understand how it feels to be lonely too...

Free: *nods* "..." *pat pat*

milia: ^^

-elsewhere-

Dabi: *in a school uniform* "...I hate this."

himiko: i think it's kinda cute!

Twice: *in a schoolgirl uniform* "YES! ..."

banshee: ^^;

Mustard: -_-; "I prefer my own uniform...This one lacks the seriousness befitting me."

tomura: too stuffy....and why plaid pants?

Dabi: "Some poor colorblind bastard."

banshee: let's try and focus on the objective for now.

Dabi: "Right. The coordinates point to that school, so if it's got some connection to what the painting is hiding, we'll find it there."

-elsewhere-

Yukio: *in a hospital bed* "..."

Shima: *cutting up an apple* "Thought Rin would do this for you..."

yukio: he's still recovering too.

Shima: "Jeez--broken bones in your arms and ribs...Was that because of Shura's hug?"

yukio: that's-

Shima: "Or was it because you were so desperate to get that hydra's power?"

yukio: that was an act.

Shima: "Pretty convincing act...You must've been drawing upon something really real, something visceral, to get that kind of performance to trick even me..."

yukio:...what are you saying?

Shima: "Well, when I have to do my spy thing, I usually base what I'm doing in some basis of truth--some real life experience, some real desire. Helps make the performance seem real. And if you wanted that power, and if you wanted to surpass Rin..." -3- "And if you wanted to get Shura pregnant~<3 Then I guess you kind of wanted some of that..."

yukio: =_=##

Shima: "Good thing you injured yourself like you did, though. Maybe that'll give you a reprieve from such suicidal training methods you've been practicing."

yukio: ?!?!

Shima: "What, you think a spy wouldn't notice? If you're going to be that reckless, I can think of less dangerous methods. Hell, if you're going to be reckless, you might as well join the Illuminati..."

yukio:..........

-elsewhere-

stocking: *ACHOO*

shura: *sniff* =~=;;

Rin: =_= "This sucks..."

True Cross Nurse: "Yes. Who could have imagined that jumping into freezing water would give underdressed people a cold..." -_-;

stocking: and i was hoping to enjoy the sights of aomori too..

True Cross Nurse: "I'll pick you up a pamphlet..."

Rin: -_-; "Rude pain in the..." *looks around* "How's Gilda holding up?"

nurse: xey're doing alright. it will take time for xem to heal...

gilda: *bandaged up, out cold*...adri.....an....

Rin: "..." *sighs* "Good for xem dealing with the snake..."

nurse: i dont think the snake did this damage....i think xey were attacked by a 3rd party...

-elsewhere-

Todo: "Report?"

pazuzu: i got the little snakey right here~ *holds hachirou up in a little pet carrier*

Snake: "Ssss..." ._.;

Todo: "Excellent. Did you have any difficulty?"

pazuzu: not really~ i did see an old friend.....i enjoyed beating xem to a pulp~<3

Todo: "...Let me ask you something. Did you _need_ to beat xem to a pulp? Could you have done this mission faster, more efficiently?"

pazuzu: =3= what, just having a bit of fun on the job~

Todo: "This is work, not fun. If you want 'fun,' do it on your off-time."

pazuzu: 737

Todo: "Let's get the specimen into holding...I'm sure someone will be happy with this."

???: todo, are you there?

Todo: "..." *answers* "Yes, sir--I am here."

lucifer: the knights of true cross are paying special attention to the immortal demons. it's becoming more difficult to obtain materials. worst case scenario, we may need to prepare father's body with what we already have.

Todo: "..." *nods* "I understand. I am recruiting the Chosen."

-elsewhere-

Chisato: *looking around* "Nothing yet..."

-a figure is seen running into an alley-

Chisato: "..." *following*

??: your soul gem...give it to me.

Chisato: "Sorry, but that would be breaking the rules..." *fighting pose*

???: *wielding a flaming sword* then you leave me no choice. *charges*

Chisato: "!!!" *takes out her pistol, aims, and fires*

???: *slashing*

Chisato: *still firing but backing up, trying to find an exit* ("Damn it...She's insane!")

???: *jumps up, bringing her sword down*

Chisato: "!!!" *takes out both guns, firing both--but her back hits the wall as ??? comes down at her--*

-WHACK-

Chisato: *she's knocked down*

???: your soul gem....give it to me....i dont intend to steal it, i just want to see it.

Chisato: "N-No...Please, no..."

???: *examining*.....hm.....looks legit...you got lucky.

Chisato: "What? What was the point of this...?"

???: *walking away* you should learn how to spot fakes. *flees*

Chisato: "Wait..." *trying to get up, but too weak* "Get back..."

arisa: chisato!!

Chisato: "Get her...She's running away."

arisa: *scythe out*

haruka: we should probably get chisato to safety first. it would be bad to go alone.

arisa: but—

Chisato: *collapses*

arisa: !!! *picking chisato up* come on, sayaka will heal you!

-elsewhere-

stocking: *wearing a medical face mask* and that's my report.

Mephisto: "Thank you, sweetie--I know this is difficult, notwithstanding your medical recovery."

stocking: yeah. it's a lot to take in...

Mephisto: "Best to sleep on it--you will have time when you get back to consider it further."

stocking:....yeah. night dad. love ya.

Mephisto: "I love you too, sweetie. Get some rest."

stocking: see ya. *hangs up*......*dials kid*

Kid: "Stocking!"

stocking: hey kid. how're you holding up?

Kid: "I-I'm fine. I heard from others--Are you okay?"

stocking: more or less- *ACHOO* *COUGHING* gleugh... =~=;;

Kid: "Aw...Are the doctors treating you well?"

stocking: yeah. today's been crazy...i really wish you were here.

Kid: "...If you ever need me, I can be there immediately..." *holds a hand up to the webcam*

stocking: yeah. i cant wait to get home. just imagine it, you waiting at the airport, i come back and you pick me up and spin me around.

Kid: *smiles* "It'll be reality soon enough...I love you."

stocking: love you too, always.

Kid: *smiles* "Sleep well. I'll talk with you tomorrow. Please, be safe."

-morning-

Chisato: "..."

Arisa: so that’s what happened.

sayaka: hmm, that does sound suspicious.

Chisato: "She was relentless until she saw my gem."

arisa: it's the ripper, it _has_ to be!

Chisato: "Perhaps...We can't be irrational how we approach this..."

arisa: but think about it, the ripper has been targeting magical girls, and attacked you, i dont think it's just coincidence.

Chisato: "How do you suggest we proceed?"

sayaka: we should probably keep an eye out for this person.

Chisato: "I wish I had more information to help..."

-elsewhere-

haruka: .....

{???: "Time to wake up, little sister."}

haruka: nngh.....

{???: "You can wake...buT I CAN't..." *grabs Haruka's shoulders, leans in*}

haruka: !!!!!!!!!

{*this woman's pale fingers grip Haruka's shoulders...this woman's eyes are pitch black...what is coming out of her eyes? Is that...ink?*}

{woman: murderer, murderer MURDERER MURDERER MURDERER MURDERER-}

haruka: !!! *trying to break free* k-kanata, stop it!

???: "Haruka! Wake up!"

haruka: *bolts up and yelps, panting*

*It's one of her maids*

Maid: "It's okay...You just had a bad dream..."

haruka:...r-right...

Maid: "...May I bring you anything? Water?"

haruka:...y-yes. i'll be in the shower then.

Maid: "As you wish." *exits*

haruka:.....

-elsewhere-

miyuri: *peeeeeek* is it ready yet? is it ready yet?

Chuuya: "Just a little more...These things take perfection."

miyuri: okaaaaay. *sitting on the kitchen bar stool, swinging her legs*

sonia: *packing some things into the boxes*

Chuuya: "Want some juice?"

miyuri: ??

Chuuya: "Orange? Or grape juice?"

miyuri: ????

Chuuya: "..." *pours a small amount of orange juice into a glass with a straw* "Try some."

miyuri:....*sniff* ....*siip* mm, it's good!

Chuuya: ^^ *pours more* "Drink up."

miyuri: *siiiip* ^w^

sonia: i'll have milk.

Chuuya: "You got it." *pours some milk* "No chocolate?"

sonia: maybe another day.

Chuuya: "Okay." *sets out french toast*

miyuri: oooooh! *shiny eyes*

sonia: it smells delicious, papa!

Chuuya: "I hope so." *sets out maple syrup* "Dig in!"

sonia: thanks for the food. *nom*

miyuri: *nom!* mmmm~ yum!! ^^

Chuuya: *smiles* "How's packing going?"

sonia: i think most everything's packed up now.

Chuuya: "Excellent. We'll be able to visit today."

miyuri: YAAAAAY! ^o^

Chuuya: "I hope you'll like it...Should be lovely rooms."

-elsewhere-

Viktor: *wiping a cloth over his magnifying glass*

Vulcan: "What's wrong--been studying the wood pattern under your desk too intently?"

Viktor: "Ha ha--funny. No, an organized desk is a perfect desk. What's wrong, haven't figured out how to make the toilet have an animal theme?"

Vulcan: "HA! I already figured that out!" *playful shoulder jab*

nozomi: ^^;

Akitaru: "Good to see them getting along..."

Takehisa: "Hmm...Is that what you call it?"

tamaki:....

*a scream is heard from the bathroom*

Vulcan: "Oh, hey--someone found the new toilet!"

tamaki: oh my god, i thought that was a joke.

Vulcan: *serious face* "I never joke about the animals."

tamaki: ok, ok. sheeh.

Petra: *screaming* "WHY IS THE TOILET A HIPPO'S FACE?!"

-elsewhere-

Kid: *in the kitchen with a mixing bowl, reviewing a recipe* "Hmm...Is that going to be enough sugar..."

shiori: wha kid doin?

Kid: "Baking. I wanted to see which kind of cake I could make when Stocking gets home." *smiles*

shiori: have some? *reaches hands out*

Kid: "Not yet, unfortunately--raw cake batter can be dangerous to eat..."

shiori: *pout*

Kid: ^^; "You can have some cake as soon as I finish baking, though."

shiori: *hugs his leg* thank you.

Kid: *head pats* "You're welcome. Let me just finish mixing together the ingredients..." *takes the mixer, plugs it in* "You can taste some of the frosting when we put it on."

-elsewhere-

Joker: "Is she behaving herself?"

scarlet: well....

nana: *hiding under her bed, snarling*

scarlet:.....it's a work in progress.

Joker: "Oh dear..." *looks under the bed* "Nana~ If you come out, I'll give you a cookie!"

nana: *HISSSSSSSSSSSSSS* >n<

Joker: "Hmm...Do you want me to bring out the punching bag?"

nana: *backs up under the bed, still growling*

Joker: -_-; "This is harder than I thought...Hey, Red, how do you deal with kids?"

scarlet: ....hey kiddo, we arent going to hurt you, we promise.

nana: .....

Joker: *nods*

scarlet:....*sigh* my suggestion is maybe give her some time to adjust for now.

Joker: "Well, I'm hungry--I'm going to make something..."

scarlet:.....

Joker: *turns on the stove, sets out a bowl of water*

scarlet:....i think she's more scared than anything.

Joker: "..." *nods* "Understandably. She didn't have the best living environment."

scarlet: ...

Joker: "At least the food here will be better...An actual bed...Not getting...Well, you know."

scarlet:......*awkward back pat*

Joker: "Hey, don't get soft on me, Red." *awkward smile*

scarlet: just being sympathetic. dont expect a hug or anything.

Joker: "I wasn't." *smirks as he puts the pasta into the pot*

-elsewhere-

Mori: "Faster, faster--Move that desk to the left."

mafioso: -_-;

mafioso 2: it's going to take me days to get all our computer data back up to speed. -_-; you're lucky i have a recalling memory type ability.

Mafioso 3: "No one likes a braggart."

Mori: *looking outside the newly repaired window in his Mafia office, looking over Death City...smirks*

miura:......*glances at his hands*

Mori: *his hands are barely shaking*

miura:.......

Mori: "...You three--get to the reception area. The new furniture should arrive."

Mafioso 3: *sighs* *leaves*

-the other two exit-

miura:......sir-

Mori: *collapses onto the new couch*

miura: .....sir?

Mori: *covers his face* "What am I doing back here..."

miura:.....*sitting next to him*

Mori: "...I know why...To take control of this business. To exert my will again! ...Because I can't control myself..."

miura: *listening*

Mori: "...When I want something so badly, I obsess over it. Plan it...I didn't plan for the Rats, or my psychotic break. How do I account for that in the future to not be weak again..."

miura:...you're still only human, and making mistakes is normal. the best thing i could suggest is learn from those mistakes.

Mori: "...So, don't see them as mistakes...but as opportunities..."

miura: i suppose that's a way to view it.

Mori: "..." *smiles* "Perhaps there is something to be learned from 'Rintarou.'" *smirking...but there is still a quiver in that smirk*

miura:......

elise:.... im gonna go for a walk, is that cool?

Mori: "??? Where, Elise~?"

elise: -3-; just around the building. catch up with everyone and stuff, y'know?

Mori: *smiles* "Very well. Say hello to Higuchi for me."

elise: BRB~ *walks off* .................

Mori: *lies back down*

*Mafiosos roam the halls*

elise:......*looks ahead* hiiii, higuchi~ ^^

Higuchi: "Oh...Hello. How are you, Elise?"

elise: ok, i guess. getting used to everything....so Q told me you and gin adopted him.

Higuchi: *nods* "...We thought it was best to give him a more stable homelife."

elise: lucky for him....so, go on any trips lately?

Higuchi: "Just...out of town, more or less."

elise: out of the country, perhaps?

Higuchi: "Yes....?"

elise: and you even brought rintarou a little souvenir, how nice. ^^

Higuchi: "I hope so..."

elise: yeah, it's a very pretty doll.

Higuchi: "Does she remind you of anyone?"

elise: it look exactly like rintarou's doll...*gives a knowing look at her*

Higuchi: "...Yes, it does."

elise:....its kind of unfair. i've been with rintarou for over 30 years, and while he's changed, i havent...

Higuchi: "Why do you think that is?"

elise: because he refuses to grow-up completely. he unconsciously keeps me in this form to cling to his childhood. well he wouldnt _have_ to if his dad didnt mess everything up for him!

Higuchi: "So when you...weren't with him..."

elise: i could have come back whenever i wanted to, but i chose not to, i guess i was kind of mad at him for changing into a different person, and i still kind of am.

Higuchi: "Then why come back? He hasn't changed."

elise:...even with everything horrible he's done, deep down, i know he's still the same crybaby dork i remember.

Higuchi: "Hmm. Maybe you could awaken something else in him."

elise: maybe.....*rubs her eyes* i really miss the old rintarou....he was my best friend, and he still is.

Higuchi: "Do you think there's really any of that left in someone like him? After what he's done?"

elise: i think so. even so, im still part of his ability, so i'll stick with him until he dies.

Higuchi: "Hm. If you could, try to improve upon him." *leans down to eye level*

elise: what do you think i've been doing? =3=

Higuchi: "Try something different. Everything's not the same since we first left this place."

elise:.....do you think if he apologized for what he did to those girls, he'll be forgiven?

Higuchi: "I don't know that that would be enough."

elise:....right.

Higuchi: "...Well, I have to review inventory..."

elise: ok then, bye~ *walks off*

Higuchi: "..." *walks in the other direction*

gin: ......

Higuchi: "Hey. How's progress?"

gin: just about got everything unpacked.

Higuchi: "Good..." *rubs her arm*

gin: you ok, ichiyou?

Higuchi: "I spoke with Elise."

gin: i heard.

Higuchi: *small laugh* "Following me around?"

gin: *smirking under the mask* i just have really good hearing.

Higuchi: "Of course..." *sighs* "I can never forgive him."

gin: yeah... in all honesty, i preferred it when hirotsu was in charge.

Higuchi: *nods* "Maybe another time..." *shivers* "And I think it's his fault for what Elise has gone through."

gin: *hugs*

Higuchi: *hug, pat* "Thank you."

gin: any time.

Higuchi: "...Okay. Let's get this work done. We still have the training facility to re-design."

gin: yeah. i better get back to the weapon storeroom before katya talks everyone's ears off.

Higuchi: "Have fun...This is going to be a long day."

gin: yeah.

-elsewhere-

kirako: how does he sound, yosano?

Yosano: "Pretty well...All signs point to healthy."

kirako: that's good.

Yosano: "...How's the baby room coming along?" *writing in her chart*

kirako: it's doing well.

Yosano: "Is Dazai doing anything to help?"

kirako: mostly moving in furniture. we even found some wallpaper with sailboats on it and its going to look so cute! ^^

Yosano: *smiles* "Consider me surprised."

kirako: ^^; he's trying.

Yosano: "After his disappearing act while the rest of us were fighting on our own, I'm still suspicious." *picks up a bone-saw*

kirako: ^^;;

Yosano: "How're your feet holding up? Need anything?"

kirako: does back pain usually happen during pregnancy?

Yosano: "Yes, that is normal for many expecting parents...Are you keeping up with exercises, walking?"

kirako: *nods*

-elsewhere-

Mantis: *rubbing his face* "Ugh--what an annoying time..."

izzy: yeah no shit.

nailfile: my head's still reeling.

Mantis: "I was locked up with crazy people...At least you fought someone."

pixie: so what happened?

Mantis: "Yeah--you fought someone underground?"

-izzy explains most of what happened-

Mantis: "...Fucking clown people? Creepy."

pixie: yikes!

izzy: no shit.

Mantis: "...Did the clown even pay us?"

-elsewhere-

Saria: *unpacks her lunch* "What's everyone having?"

genny: im just having some fruit.

Asher: *pulls out a peanut butter sandwich*

Axel: *puts ketchup on his fries*

lukas: *he brought some mille feuille*

Kanin: "Oh, that looks fancy!" *smiles as he takes out some pasta, passes prepare lunch to Amelia*

Saria: "Really fancy!"

lukas: thank you.

Axel: "Anyone got summer plans?"

saria: my dads and i were planning to visit the grand canyon and mt zion national park.

Kanin: "Oh? Have you been before?"

-elsewhere-

Stein: "How do you think the new students are coming along?"

marie: they seem to be doing well.

Tezca: "Resourceful!" *shoves a stick of gum under his mask* "How about you two?"

-elsewhere-

Justin: *knocks on Arachne and Giriko's door*

arachne: may i help you- oh, you're that priest.

oriko: good afternoon, ma'am.

Justin: ^^; "Yes. Hello. I'm Justin Law. And this is Oriko." *holds up a bag* "Giriko asked us to bring this..."

arachne: i see. thank you. he's asleep right now.

Justin: "Ah..." *looks around* "You have a lovely home."

anna: *in her little play pen, plaing with blocks*

oriko: *tiny wave*

anna: abba?

Justin: "I see Anna's doing well..." *takes out of the bag some wrapped items*

arachne: ??

Justin: "Giriko said something about 'surprises' for his children..."

arachne: ^^

Giriko: *yawns* "Hey..." *stretches*

anna: is dada!

Giriko: "It's Dada!" *picks her up*

anna: *laughs*

Justin: "We picked them up..."

Giriko: "Oh, cool--cleaning stuff."

arachne: ^^;

Justin: "You...clean?" ._.;

oriko: ??

Giriko: "...I mean, more than I used to?"

arachne: old habits hard to break~?

Giriko: -^-; "I think I've cleaned up more...I don't leave beer bottles..."

arachne: *head pets* ^^

Giriko: -\\\\- *soft purr*

-elsewhere-

atsushi: *looking at vacation pamphlets*

Kyoka: "Ideas?"

atsushi: oh, check this out. 'standard island'.

Kyoka: "...If it's 'standard,' it sounds boring.”

atsushi: *sweatdrop*

Kyoka: "What is there to do?"

-elsewhere-

Rin: *knocks* "Yo, Stocking..."

stocking: *wearing a medical mask* come on in.

Rin: "How's recovery?" *he's still bandaged*

stocking: still a bit cold....say, you can control your flames now, right?

Rin: *nods* "Still getting the finer points, but at least I'm not burning people."

stocking: can you light your tail up a bit?

Rin: "??? Um...Like this?" *tries, getting a small fire on his tail*

stocking: *holds her hands up to the fire* ahhhh, nice and warm. ^w^

Rin: ._.; "Well...Happy to help?"

-elsewhere-

fani: why are we doing this again?

Meme: "I think it'll be good for you. Crona's nice..."

fani: *grumble* 7_7

Meme: *knocks on a door*

mami: yes? oh, meme. good to see you.

fani: *sniffs* !!!! the gorgon's spawn is in there!!

mami: !!!

Meme: "Fani!"

fani: hmph. >n<

mio: -_-; would it kill you to give someone a chance?

fani: for all i know, yes.

mio:...... *siiiiiiiiiiiigh*

Crona: "Hmm? Mami? Who's there?"

mami: meme and mio and someone named 'fani'.

fani: 7,7

Crona: "Oh! H-Hi, Meme, Mio." *smiles* "Nice to meet you, Fani..."

fani: you're one of gorgon's arent you?

mio: please excuse her, she has trust issues with humans.

fani: i dont need you speaking for me! >n<

Meme: *frowns at Fani*

Crona: "Oh...Um...Thanks for thinking of me as 'human'? I guess?"

fani: =~= why am i even here??

Crona: "??? Oh? Are you feeling sick?"

Meme: "Fani is...on probation with the DWMA."

Crona: "???"

mio: long story short, she's kind of a rogue witch.

Crona: "O-Oh...I'm sorry."

fani: .....

Crona: ^^; "So...I guess you invited Fani given my earlier...um...'probation' as well?"

mio: more or less, yeah. no offence.

Crona: "None taken...I'll make some tea, and we can talk."

-elsewhere-

Chuuya: "We're here."

miyuri: WOOOOOOOW!!!!

sonia: it's so big!

Chuuya: "Ready to check it out?" *holds up keys*

miyuri: what's all this green stuff out here??

Chuuya: "It's grass. A plant."

miyuri: *she starts rolling around in the grass* it's so sooooooft! =w=

sonia: ^^;

Chuuya: ("Glad they didn't put down pesticides...") "Well, just avoid the sprinklers..." *opens the door* "Come on, Miyuri--let's see the rooms."

miyuri: OK! *runs inside*

sonia: she seems pretty excited.

Chuuya: "I guess new experiences can do that..."

sonia: i guess so...seems she's been having a lot of those. i just hope she doesnt get hurt.

Chuuya: *sighs* *nods* "She'll need some boundaries...and supervision."

sonia: *nods* i'll try and help her calm down a bit more.

Chuuya: "Thank you..." *enters* "Miyuri? Where are you?"

miyuri: *pokes her head out of a small closet in the staircase* MIYURI FOUND THIS ROOM! ISNT IT COOL?? ^u^

Chuuya: ^^; "That’s the closet."

miyuri: ooooh, can this be miyuri and sonia's secret fortress?

sonia: ^-^;

Chuuya: "Maybe something softer--with pillows."

miyuri: a pillow fortress?

Chuuya: "Or a 'blanket fort'?"

sonia: why not both?

Chuuya: "Or a 'blanket fort'?"

sonia: why not both?

miyuri: *GASP* CAN WE _DO_ THAT?! CAN WE CAN WE CAN WE?? OwO

Chuuya: "Just need to buy the blankets and pillows..."

miyuri: YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY!!! ^o^

sonia: we also need to buy you some more clothes too.

Chuuya: "So, a mall trip..."

miyuri: mall?

sonia: it's a big building with a lot of stores inside. they sell lots of things there, like clothes, food, movies, and other things.

miyuri: FOR REALS?!

sonia: yes, for reals.

miyuri: SO COOL!

Chuuya: ^^; "We'll focus on clothes, first."

-elsewhere-

Kid: *sighs* *looks out the window*

lord death: feeling lonely, kiddo?

Kid: *nods* "I thought preoccupying myself with work would help--yet I finished it all."

lord death: hmmmm. say, why dont we go to the park?

Kid: *smiles* *nods* "Okay." *opens the door*

-elsewhere-

Crona: ^^; "So, I do some missions now and then..."

fani:...i...see...

Meme: ^^; "Crona has saved a lot of lives."

Crona: .\\\\.;

fani:.....

Meme: "Death City is a place for people to rebuild lives...especially after what they lose."

fani:....*bites her lip as tears fall*

Crona: "??? Miss Fani?" *holds up a box of tissues*

fani: i dont know what to do....lady liluye was all i had...all i have...

Crona: "...Like L-Lady Medusa..."

mami: ...*hug*

Crona: "Y-You don't have to do what others tell you to do...but here, you do get the chance to decide for yourself what you want."

fani:....i just want somewhere to call 'home'...

Crona: *smiles, nods* "Then maybe Death City could be 'home'?"

fani:....can humans and witches really get along?

mio: yeah, it's kind of what we've been trying to tell you for days now. -_-;

Meme: *small tug on Mio's cheek*

Crona: *nods* "Some do. There's always some bad apples in any group..."

fani:.....alright gorgon, i _guess_ i'll try to take your word for it. 7_7

Crona: ^^; "Cr-Crona. Please."

fani:...r-right...chrona.

Crona: ^^ "...Want more tea, Fani?"

fani: s-sure.

-elsewhere-

Dumas: *curled up in bed*

haydee: *sniffs his hand and licks it*

Dumas: "..." *pets her* *small sigh*

marquis: you ok, dumas? miguel made scones.

Dumas: "...I'm just tired. Thanks." *sits up* *sighs*

marquis: wanna talk about it? it might help. ^^

Dumas: -_-; "You wouldn't understand...I mean, aside from imprisonment. And abandonment. And--"

marquis:........

Dumas: "...Sorry. ...You know why I'm in this hell?"

marquis: *shakes head, tearing up*

Dumas: "..." *pat pat* "I got wrongfully arrested and put into a black ops prison."

marquis: oh no, what happened?

Dumas: "I'm not quite sure myself. My ship was accused of smuggling illegal materials. The prosecutor said it had something that had to be covered up for 'national security.' I never knew...If I only knew who told the cops, I'd kill them..."

marquis: i wish we could help.

Dumas: "..." *nods* "I know. So do I. Without knowing what to do, not much to go on. I can't just kill everyone in the French police and courts--that's not practical."

Cervantes: *from the kitchen* "IT'S ALSO HIGHLY ILLEGAL!"

marquis: hmmm....

Dumas: -_-# "In any case, that life is gone forever. My job, my freedom, my Mer--..."

marquis: your car?

Cervantes: *from the kitchen* "YOUR MERMAID?"

Dumas: >_<# "No, you idiots! My fiancee!"

marquis: D8> ohhhh. *HUG* you poor thing! TT~TT

Cervantes: *from the kitchen* "...WAIT, IS HIS FIANCEE A CAR OR A MERMAID? I THINK THE FIRST ONE IS STILL ILLEGAL, TOO."

Dumas: -_-;;; "I appreciate your pity...But it's done. She has a new husband, a child...She's happy, I'm sure."

marquis: ....why dont we go out for dinner later? it might help!

Dumas: -___-; "Fine. Cervantes can even order from the kid's menu again."

Cervantes: "YAY!"

-elsewhere-

tomura: what.......the hell.....was THAT this morning?!

banshee: a flash mob, most likely.

Dabi: -_-; "Noisy."

himiko: *singing along*

Twice: *dancing*

tomura: -_-#### will. you two. STOP THAT.

himiko: ruuuuude.

Mustard: ._.; *looks around* "Where is our residence?"

Twice: *whispers* "The music is in my soul."

banshee: it's here.

Mustard: *looks*

Twice: "OOoooo!" *frowns* "Too bougie."

*It's a Brooklyn brownstone, 3 stories tall with a stoop*

tomura: it's doable.

Mustard: "Looks tiny...Couldn't our benefactor find something bigger?"

-elsewhere-

Akutagawa: *staring out the window*

Q: ~?

Akutagawa: "...Does this neighborhood look suspicious?"

Q: how so?

Akutagawa: "No way this place is as pleasant as it appears...Look at that woman walking her dog. She's likely a trained assassin."

kuniko: *sweatdrop*

Akutagawa: "...Let me question her..." *moves to the door*

kuniko: siiiis! ryu's acting weird again.

Higuchi: "Ryu, stop acting weird!"

gin: ^^;;

Akutagawa: "...I'll run a background check." *opens a laptop*

gin: *sigh* ryu, dont you think you're being a bit paranoid?

Akutagawa: "...We were attacked. I do not want that to happen again."

gin: ......

Higuchi: "...Ryu... *sighs* Just...make something for Q to eat."

Q: french toast! french toast!

Akutagawa: "...Very well." *closes the laptop, goes to the kitchen*

gin:...im worried for him.

Higuchi: *nods* "...Ideas?"

gin: ....well, there is one, but i dont know if _they_ will like it.

Higuchi: "???"

-elsewhere-

atsushi: did anyone else feel a cold chill just now?

Lucy: T_T "I don't feel anything...Every one of my muscles wants to kill me."

Kyoka: *eating crepes*

sylvia: *eating a chocolate crepe*

Lucy: "Am I any stronger now?"

atsushi: i think so.

Lucy: TWT "Yay...Thank you, muscle mass..." *collapses*

atsushi: *picks her up* ^^;

-elsewhere-

Kafka: *pacing outside a door*

george: you ok?

Kafka: >_>; "I'm considering how big a fool I am."

george: something up?

Kafka: "...You're too young to understand."

george: -_-; im 16.

Kafka: "Which is why my desire to date Etta is none of your business! ... ... ..."

george: oh, so that's what's got you all hung up, eh?

Kafka: "..." *covers his face* "What if she says no..."

george: you dont know if you dont try, i know, cliche thing to say, but that doesnt mean its not true.

Kafka: "..." *sighs, knocks*

etta: yes?

Kafka: "...Etta, would you like to go out? ... ... ..."

etta: sure, out where?

Kafka: "...I didn't think that far ahead. Um...Dinner?"

etta: that sounds lovely! ^^

Kafka: "Gr-Great...Um, French or something else?"

etta: hmm. oh, maybe we can go to a cafe? those are always nice!

Kafka: "Great! Shall we say 6?"

etta: perfect! im gonna get changed now, kay?

Kafka: "So will I! See you at 6." *turns*

george: well?

Kafka: "... ...." *whispers* "I don't know what to wear."

leroux: why dont we pick something?

george: 0_0 how long were you-

Kafka: ._.;

-elsewhere-

Fitzgerald: *seated in his lounge* *looks over files* "Hmm...Looks to be good business."

louisa: sir?

Fitzgerald: "Looking over the records of the shipping company that approached us..."

louisa: ah, and you have a meeting with mr danglars coming up, yes?

Fitzgerald: "Yes...Has Mr. Eckleburg finished the background check?"

-elsewhere-

Chuuya: *setting items on the mantle*

miyuri: *rubbing mito's belly*

mito: =w= *purr*

Chuuya: *opens another box* "..." *sighs* *takes out a photo*

sonia: ....

-it's rain's photo-

Chuuya: *sets it at a memorial he is setting up* "..."

sonia: ....*hug* do you think she's watching us?

Chuuya: *nods* "She has to be..." *hugs her*

sonia: .....

Chuuya: "...Let's set up the rest..."

-elsewhere-

Joker: *has a black eye* #w# "That won't get you out of eating your vegetables, Nana~"

nana: *HISSSSSSSSSSSSSS*

Joker: "But Nana, how will you get big and strong for our next sparring session?"

Viktor: ._.; "...This is some family drama I do not need..."

nana: you probably poisoned them!

Joker: "Nonsense! Your uncle Viktor loves them!"

Viktor: "...How do I know she's not right?"

Joker: *glare*

scarlet: why dont we make you something simple first? a pb and j, and we'll even let you watch us make it so you know it isnt poisoned.

nana: what if you poisoned it beforehand?

scarlet:.....*siiiigh*

Joker: "I'm stumped. I guess we keep eating until she gets hungry, too."

nana: D8<

Viktor: "Too bad--this pasta is delicious!"

Joker: "Scarlet, pass the garlic bread."

-elsewhere-

Ivan: *pacing*

lydia: <vanya...>

Ivan: *shaking his head* <All gone...>

lydia: <well im still here. so are gogol and elizaveta. zoey's here too, but i know you cant stand her.>

Ivan: *groans* *sighs* <Maybe the others' return will help...>

lydia: <hopefully they arrive soon...>

Ivan: *nods* <Back to security review...>

-elsewhere-

???: <Mercedes! He's crying again!>

mercedes: *picks him up* shhh <it's ok, sweetie.> *hums*

Albert: *sniffs* T^T *holds onto her*

Fernand: <Unbelievable...> *reviewing news on his phone* <Getting walloped in the market...>

mercedes: ...

Fernand: *sighs*

-elsewhere-

Kafka: *looking in the mirror* ._.; "...I'm not sure this is me."

leroux: well, cafe's are a rather casual setting, so it should be fine.

Kafka: "...I'm going to crawl back under my bed--"

leroux: *dragging him away from there* oh dont you think you can get out of this, mister!

Kafka: >~<

Walter: *snaps a pic* "You'll look back on this day with fondness! Or humiliation..."

-elsewhere-

eugenie: *having a tea party with her dolls*

Danglars: *yelling into the phone in the other room*

mrs danglars: ......

Danglars: <...For crying out loud, fine! I'll see what I can do! I meet the American tomorrow, I'll bring it up...Why are you even trying to sell sunflowers? ...Who the hell wants Iberian sunflowers?!>

eugenie: <more tea, uncle lucy?>

lucian: <thank you, gigi, that would be lovely.> ^^;

Danglars: *hangs up, growls as he grabs a jacket to exit...* *spots Lucian and Eugenie* "...Hmph."

mrs danglars:.....

Danglars: <Why did you bring him on this trip? He just wanted a free vacation?>

lucian: <sir, i'm still your secretary. -_-; >

Danglars: *holds up his phone* <Um, yeah? I think _this_ is getting the job done. Maybe instead of tea parties, you could be answering my calls, filing my paperwork, getting the research for the meeting tomorrow--and where's my suit from the cleaners?!>

lucian: <you dont have to shout, sir.>

Danglars: <Just answer the question!>

eugenie: =~=

lucian: <it will be here tomorrow morning, now please stop yelling, you're upsetting your daughter>

Danglars: "..." *smiles at Eugenie, but it looks fake* <Hey, sweetie? While we're here, is there anything you want to go to?>

eugenie:....

Danglars: <Okay...Lucian, book a reservation.>

lucian: <im sure you dont need a reservation for->

Danglars: <Then why go for such cheap fare?! Only the best for my family!>

lucian: *siiiiigh*

Danglars: <Now, Daddy has some important meetings, so be a good girl...> *pats her head*

eugenie: =3=

lucian: *whispers* <we'll get friendly's later>

-elsewhere-

Kishiri: "So, let me get this straight--your dad's job takes him throughout Europe, right?'

vivian: pretty much, yeah. *sips her milkshake*

Kishiri: "Neat. Which countries have you been to?"

vivian: i've been to england, germany, france, romania, luxembourg, some parts of russia, norway, sweden, switzerland, and a few others. im actually half english-half german.

Kishiri: ._.; "...I've been to Reno?"

-6-o-clock-

etta: isnt it cute? ^^

Kafka: "Y-Y-Yeah?" *staring at her, not the cafe*

etta: ^^ well, shall we order?

Kafka: *pulls her chair out for her* "A-After you?"

etta: *sits down* ^^

*seem to be other couples seated around the cafe...*

Kepuri: *squeeing everywhere*

Waiter: "Greetings." *looks at Etta and Kafka* "What may I get you?"

etta: i'll have a raspberry iced tea to start. franzy, do you want anything?

Kepuri: "A-A-A green tea lemonade?"

etta: ^^

Waiter: "Very good!" *hands menus* "Our soup today is broccoli cheddar. I'll give you a few moments to decide on your items." *smiles, leaves*

Kafka: "Raspberry does taste good..."

etta: hehe, ^^

Kafka: "...Are you feeling better?"

etta: im fine, why do you ask?

Kafka: "Sorry, I didn't mean to be too serious off the bat...It's just been a trying number of weeks."

etta: yeah, it has been. it's kind of lonely without our guests, but oh well.

Kafka: "I'm sure we'll see them. It gives us a bit more room now."

-elsewhere-

Motojiro: *sets down dinner*

leo: it looks wonderful. *smiles*

Motojiro: ^\\\^ "I hope so..." *sits next to her* "More water?"

leo: *she nods*

-manic laughter is heard in the other room-

leo: ^^; i see kati is enjoying the game room.

pushkin: ^-^;

katya: *cackling as she shoots in game*

Motojiro: "...I should soundproof that room."

leo: probably a good call.

-elsewhere-

Chisato: *looking out a window* "..."

sayaka: see anything, chisato?

Chisato: "Not yet..." *small groan as she shifts*

sayaka: say, what did you wish for?

Chisato: "...It's complicated. It had to do with my father."

sayaka: oh?

Chisato: *nods* "He used to write and draw children's books."

sayaka: ooh, cool!

Chisato: "I used to think so...Other people didn't. He rarely made money from them."

sayaka: *listening*

Chisato: "...He would get drunk..."

sayaka: !!!!

Chisato: *shakes* "The things he did to Mama...Then when she died…” *steadies herself, wipes her eyes* "...I wished for my father to go back to how he was, to be kind again...When he did, he stopped making children's books...I still have all of them, to remember when we were happy."

sayaka: *gross weeping* uguuuu... TT~TT

Chisato: "!!! S-Sorry." *pulls out a packet of tissues* "Here." *offers one*

sayaka: *BLOWS* s-sorry bout that. i havent cried this hard since i read the last chapter of mermama. *hic* its so saaad. TT~TT

arisa: chisato, you there?!

Chisato: T~T; *answers* "Speaking."

arisa: we found that girl you saw the other day! matsuri and i are in pursuit!

suzune: *running along rooftops*

Chisato: "Your location?" *checking her map*

arisa: we're on 15th street!

???: *watching, smirking*

suzune: *SLASHES*

Matsuri: *dodging* "Jeez! Can't we talk this out?"

suzune: if you just let me see your soul gems, i'll leave you be-

arisa: i dont think so, ripper!

Matsuri: "Y-Yeah! So just stop fighting!"

suzune: tch- suit yourself then. *slashing*

arisa: *blocking with her scythe*

suzune: *spin kick*

arisa: *jumps up and kicks suzune through a window* THAT'S for hurting chisato!

Matsuri: *looks through the window* "..."

arisa: *jumps in, still attacking*

suzune: *blocking, as wine bottles get broken*

Matsuri: "!!!" *follows*

-SLASH SLASH CRASH BANG-

Matsuri: "Hmmm..." *shines a light onto the scene*

suzune: GRK-

Matsuri: "!!!" *pushes Suzune into a rack*

suzune: GAH!

-the rack then falls onto suzune, knocking her out cold-

Matsuri: "... ... ..." Q________Q "I KILLED SOMEONE!"

arisa: i-i-im sure she's fine! sh-she's just knocked out! ^^;;;

Matsuri: "I'M GOING TO JAIL! OR HELL! OR HELL JAIL! WAAAAH!"

arisa: matsuri! chill!

sayaka: holy cannoli!

haruka: oh goodness!

Chisato: "That's her...Is she dead?"

Matsuri: "WAH!"

sayaka: *checks* she's still got a pulse, and i can hear breathing, but we should probably get her out of there so i can heal her and bring her somewhere safe.

Chisato: "Right." *helps Sayaka lift Suzune*

-elsewhere-

Rin: *groans* "I wanna go home..." *flails on the bed*

stocking: soon, rin, soon

Rin: "I can't be the only one feeling stir crazy..." *pokes Yukio's cheek*

Yukio: -_-# ("My ribs still hurt to talk...")

-elsewhere-

Kafka: ^^ "That was...surprisingly delicious."

etta: ^^ glad you liked it, franzy. ^^

Kafka: ^^; "I have to say, I hadn't considered slicing bread into butterfly shape. This was a good choice. Thank you, Etta..."

etta: hehe ^^

Kafka: "..." *gulps* "I'm glad you survived that fight." ("..." *SCREAMING INTERNALLY*)

etta: yeah. i think in a way, you saved me too.

Kafka: "M-Me? I didn't do anything..."

etta: well, your ability did fight mine, so...

Kafka: T_T "...I hate my ability..."

etta: franzy-

Kafka: "...Sorry. I didn't mean to do self-pity. That's all I act. That's not what I want you to think of me..."

etta: i dont think its _that_ bad.

Kafka: "R-Really? ...It's gross...Not like your ability..."

etta: so? goethe tells me there's been weirder abilities, so i doubt a giant roach is anything to sneeze at.

Kafka: "...Nothing to sneeze at? NOTHING TO SNEEZE AT?!" *groan-whimper, as he transforms*

etta:.....

Kafka: *gravelly voice* "Well...This is the true me. At my worst. Ugly. Monstrous. A craven bug."

etta:....even if it is scary looking, i dont think it's bad at all.

Kafka: "...Really? Why?"

etta: because it's still you. *small smooch on the snout*

Kafka: .\\\\\.; "...Th-Thank you." T\\\\T

etta: any time, franzy. ^///^

Kafka: "...So...D-Did you want to walk before we returned?"

etta: sure!

Kafka: *he's still in his roach form* "... ... ..."

etta: um...franzy?

Kafka: "Y-Yes?"

etta: you're still roach mode. ^^;

Kafka: O_O; "...Please turn around."

etta: *turns*

Kafka: *reverts to human form, his clothes reappearing*

etta: oh.

Kafka: "Okay, I'm back to normal...Well, human, anyway."

-morning-

suzune: nngh.....nuhh....my head.....where....where am i...tsu-

arisa: alright you, up an at-em!

suzune: ahh, not so loud, i feel awful.

Matsuri: ^^; "I understand. You've had a rough time. Would you like some water?"

suzune: um...yes-

arisa: TOO BAD!

suzune: er-

arisa: you, start talkin!

suzune: i- what's even going on?

Matsuri: "My friend tends to be a bit abrasive. Here, let me make things more comfortable..." *places a neck pillow onto her*

suzune:....what?

sayaka: *chuckling* >u<

Chisato: *facepalm* "What even is this..."

Death the Kid: ((No, wasn't trying to make a Lego Movie ref))

arisa: alright, explain why you've committed murder on innocent magical girls then?

Chisato: "And what did you mean by 'fakes'?"

suzune:....im only trying to spare them, and it's not magical girls in general, im targeting illegal contractors.

haruka: ?!

arisa: huh?

-suzune then explains-

arisa:...holy shit.

sayaka: .... illegal contractors, could the wings of magius have something to do with it?

suzune: wings of magius? i've heard about that from various places, but i dont know much. so yes, the reason i've been killing illegal contractors is to keep them from turning into wraiths and causing problems.

arisa: still, that doesnt justify murder.

Matsuri: "..."

arisa: we have every reason to take you to the authorities.

suzune:....so?

arisa: dont act so casual! you killed innocent people who did nothing to you!

suzune: if i let them live and become wraiths, more people would have died!

Matsuri: "But the case has been solved. We should focus no saving these contractors..."

suzune: ??

arisa: saving them? how?

sayaka: well, the only way _i_ know is by officiating a contract with the DWMA.

Matsuri: "..." *looks down*

suzune: can i leave? can i just leave?

arisa: oh no, _you're_ still under house arrest!

suzune: since when?

arisa: since last night.

Chisato: *looks at her watch* "Which would be around 10-ish?"

suzune:....

haruka: i dont think we got your name.

suzune:...suzune amano.

Matsuri: ^^;

-elsewhere-

himiko: first day of school~ first day of schoool~

banshee: fortunately, no one knows who we are here yet, so we should be good, i hope.

-a lion man watches as students enter the school-

Twice: "We're just completely normal students...Nothing to worry about..." *INTERNAL SCREAMING*

Mustard: *tugging at the collar of his uniform*

lion man: ah yes, welcome to Silverwing Academy! i'm vice principal Leonhart.

Dabi: "Hello, kitty."

leonhart: your classroom is right this way.

-there are quite a number of students-

-one student is in the corner, mumbling to themselves...they have on a full-face mask-

-on one wall, there is a picture of a darker skinned woman with a semi-mowhawk style haircut with the plaque 'principal jocelyn 'incredigal' boyer'-

himiko: fancy.

Twice: "OOooooooo! I like!" *rubs a hand along the poster*

banshee: that's incredi-gal, right? she was really popular during the 80s.

leonhart: yes, that's our principal. *smacks twice's hand* stop that.

Twice: T3T

-a tall young man is at the front of the class, speaking loudly about rules with a hearty and friendly laugh-

tomura:.....*grimace*

Dabi: "Hmm...Where's our teach?"

tomura: here is your classroom, your teacher will be mr lastic.

Mustard: "Where're our seats?"

himiko: dibs!

Mustard: "H-Hey!" *scrambles for one*

girl with parasol: oh?

Twice: "Nice umbrella! ARE YOU AN ALIEN?!"

girl: oh this? i have a rainy day quirk, so i take an umbrella with me wherever i go, my name's Reina Rivers, by the way.

Twice: "Hello, Miss Raindrop!"

Mask: *mumbling something about newspaper clippings...their unwashed smell is reaching Banshee's nostrils*

reina: actually, my hero name is gonna be 'Drizzle'

banshee: *grimace* oh...oh dear lord. *covers her face*

Tall Boy: "HA HA HA!" *All Might face, dramatic pose* "Stevi! Didn't I encourage you to practice proper hygiene?! New York school board policies promote a healthy body towards building a healthy mind--"

Stevi (Mask): *groans* "I know. I was busy...Can I go to bed now?"

tomura: *glare* (this guy....he's pissing me off so much right now.)

boy: hey, anyone know where the class prez is?

Mustard: *whispers* "I thought it would've been the loud guy doing the poses..."

tomura: if that's the case, im disintegrating myself here and now.

*the door is kicked open--crushing Mustard*

???: "Okay, you scum-sucking bottom-feeders! At attention!"

Tall Boy: *stands up straight*

Stevi: *groans, just puts their head down on their desk*

-the others look-

*A female student is at the door...She marches her way to a desk, slams her foot onto the chair, and shouts--*

Student: "WHO ARE WE?!"

students: SILVERWING!

Student: "I CAN'T HEAR YOU! WHO ARE WE?!"

students: SIVLER WING!!

Student: *raises her arms* "ALL HAIL YOUR QUEEN!"

Twice: "..." *bows down* "QUEEN!"

Mustard: X____X *slides under the door, crushed*

reina: is he ok? ._.;

Dabi: "His...Quirk is recovery. He'll survive."

reina: ^^;

Queen: *slams herself into her seat, kicks up her feet, pulls out a notepad...*

Tall Student: "Excellent opening call, Class President!"

Queen: *blows a bubble*

Mustard: X_X ("How the hell is she Class President...?")

tomura: .....

-elsewhere-

stocking: *yaaaawn*

Rin: "Zzz..."

stocking: *inhales* ah....

shura: i think the cold's better now. let's go check out the sights of aomori!

Rin: *turns over--and falls out of bed*

stocking: that does sound like fun.

Rin: "Ow..." *gets up* "What's going on?"

stocking: well, seems shura and i are better from our colds, so why not check out aomori a bit?

Rin: "Sounds good..." *stretches* "I doubt the others can go, though..."

shura: i think they were key-transported back to death city last night.

Rin: "?! Yukio didn't even say 'bye'!"

shura: he did leave a note.

Yukio's Note: "I went back via the key. Enjoy Aomori. I'll see you at home."

Rin: "..." *sighs*

-elsewhere-

mrs danglars:....

{mrs danglars: *weeping*}

{*a door is heard opening*}

{mrs danglars:......}

{Danglars: <Good evening! What's for dinner?>}

{mrs danglars:..........}

{Danglars: <...I said, 'What's for dinner?'>}

{mrs danglars:.......}

{Danglars: <... ... ...> *puts back on his coat and hat* <I'll get take-out.> *heads to the door*}

{mrs danglars: *sobbing*}

mrs danglars:....

lucian: hermine? you ok?

mrs danglars: i.....im fine....just thinking....

Eugenie: *coloring in the corner*

-elsewhere-

boy: *nomming on bread*

Man: <Hey.> *knocks him upside the head* <There's a fat one.>

-someone in a fancy outfit walks by...likely has some money on them...-

boy: hmm.. <got it> *runs out and trips* <ow!> *whimpers*

Fancy Person: <??? Oh, you poor boy...> *leans down, offers a hand* <Are you okay?>

boy: *sniff* <i-i think i hurt my ankle!>

Fancy Person: <Come on, let me help you up...>

boy: *takes the person's hand....and stabs them in the hip*

Fancy Person: *gasps* *screams*

Man: *reaches into the Fancy Person's pocket, ripping out their wallet* <Run!>

-the two run-

{*in a garden, at nighttime, a man is hunched over a hole he is digging...next to him is a small box...*}

{-sounds can be heard from inside-}

{Man: *muttering* <Quiet...Just a bit longer...> *the hole is deep enough* <...> *picks up the box* <...> *inhales deeply*

{-WHACK-}

{Man: "GRK!" *he's knocked down, dropping the box*}

{-the lid comes off, revealing a crying baby-}

{Man: *struggling to get up--*}

{-KICK TO THE HEAD-}

{???: <what the hell? a kid?>}

{Man: *knocked out, collapsed on the ground*}

{baby: *crying*}

{*lights turn on in the house behind ???*}

{???: !!! *takes the baby and runs*}

Man: *checking the wallet*

boy: <anything good, uncle bert?>

Bertuccio: <Shh!> *takes out only a few bills* <Pheh. Bet they didn't even tip well...>

boy: =3=

Bertuccio: *looks at the boy* <Did you get their blood on you?!>

boy: <no, i made sure not to!> >3<

Bertuccio: <You better not--you know laundry day isn't until next week!>

-elsewhere-

*a man walks with a cane...*

edouard: <papa, im bored.>

Villefort: <Well, what do you want to do?>

edouard:

Villefort: *groans, clutching his back* <I...have paperwork to do...>

edouard: <but papaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa>

valentine: <why dont _i_ take him, dad?>

Villefort: <Thank you. He's all yours.>

valentine: <ok. come on, eddie, i'll even get you some mcdonalds on the way.>

Villefort: <Valentine...Don't spoil him.>

valentine: <im not spoiling him, im just trying to be nice.> -_-;

-elsewhere-

Fitzgerald: *seated across a table* "..."

Danglars: *fake grin, reclining in his chair*

Fitzgerald: "..." ("This feels familiar...Only I think I was on the other side...")

daisy: *adjusts glasses*

lucian: *nods*

Fitzgerald: "Now, I've reviewed your proposal. Well, I didn't review it--I have people I pay to do that and think for me."

daisy: (it's amazing he gets _anything_ done.)

Danglars: "I as well." *gestures to Lucian*

lucian: ...

Danglars: "Now, let me show you what Danglars Shipping Enterprise can do for Manhasset." *nods to Lucian to turn on the 3D projector*

lucian: *doing so*

*An airship appears on the projector*

Jordan: *pops up from behind the couch* "OOooo!"

Danglars: "Yes! The Danglars Inter-Coastal Airship 4300X Grande is the vessel you need for all of your international shipping needs!"

Fitzgerald: "..."

Danglars: *pointing to features on the ship, rambling--* "On-board navigation. Quintuple turbines. Can carry 2 tons of freight anywhere in the world!"

daisy: two tons?

Danglars: "What, that not enough? Fine--" *takes a stylus, writes over the projection* "How's 5 tons?"

daisy: .......

Jordan: *reading the projection* "Wait...Danglar Inter-Coastal...D-I-C...Dude, did you name your thing "DIC(K) Ship Grande?"

lucian: *stiffles laugh*

Danglars: "?!" *glares at Lucian before quickly turning back* ^^; "Sir Francis, please consider what I'm offering to your company. Never again will you have to contend with nuisances of the ocean, the water causing wear-and-tear on your ships or precious cargo. No one yet owns the air--and you can capitalize upon it!"

Fitzgerald: "..." *yawns*

Danglars: "!!! M-Maybe a live demonstration--"

Fitzgerald: "You brought it?"

Danglars: .____.;;; "N-No, it's back in our manufacturer in Rome--"

Fitzgerald: *stands to leave*

Danglars: "!!! Lucian, do something!"

lucian: we can offer a free trip to rome to see for yourself.

Danglars: "WHAT?!"

Fitzgerald: *stops, turns around* "Ooo...Hotel included?"

lucian: why yes. ^^;

Fitzgerald: "Meals included?"

lucian: of course!

Danglars: *jaw drops*

Fitzgerald: "Wonderful! My assistant will schedule the visit." *shakes Lucian' s hand*

lucian: ^^;

daisy: ._.;

Jordan: "Cool! For my room, I'd like a queen-size away from the ice machine--"

Danglars: *glaring*

Jordan: ._.; *hides behind the couch again*

Danglars: *barely able to hold a grin as he shakes Fitzgerald's hand* "We'll see you then! I'm sure you'll love our airships..."

Fitzgerald: ^^ "I'm sure I will..."

Danglars: <Lucian! Let's go!>

mary: *peeeeek*

lucian: <yes sir.>

Danglars: "...Your child?"

Fitzgerald: "...Yes."

mary: really? OwO *HUG* DADDY! >w<

daisy: ._.;

Fitzgerald: ._.; "..." *pat pat*

Danglars: "Huh. I have a little ankle-biter, too. Are you feeding this thing?"

daisy: mary isnt a 'thing', mr danglars. she's a human being. -_-;

Toby: O^O

Danglars: "Can hardly tell--she looks like a gremlin..."

Fitzgerald: "... ... ..."

Toby: "..." *stands behind Danglars, lifts his leg...*

daisy: .___________.

Danglars: "If there is one thing I admire in business, it's honesty. Isn't that right, Sir Francis?"

Fitzgerald: "You're a gross tiny little man who has been rude during this entire visit."

Danglars: "..." Q_Q " 'Tiny'?"

daisy: <-<;;;;

lucian: um....sir?

Toby: ^w^ *lowers his leg, walks back to Mary*

Danglars: "Wh-What?!"

lucian: you...your leg....

mary: *picks toby up*

Danglars: *looks down* "?! What the he--"

-elsewhere-

Dumas: "..." *removes something from around his neck...it's a ring on a string that he was wearing like a necklace*

{Dumas: }

{mercedes: <it's beautiful, alex!>}

{Dumas: ^^ <Let's try it on...Pardon me? Could we see this ring there?>}

-…-

{morrel: <congrats, dumas.> }

{Dumas: <Thank you, ma'am!> *salutes* }

{morrel: <yeah...>}

{Danglars: *sweeping the deck, grumbling to himself*}

{Dumas: <Before he passed, he asked me to handle some business--mind if I head out?>}

{morrel: <go right ahead.>}

{Dumas: *nods, departs*}

{Danglars: *watches...then rushes to Morrel* <How can you let him take over?!>}

{morrel: }

{Danglars: <That's absurd! I'm more qualified! That child doesn't even know which way he's walking!>}

{Dumas: *behind him* <Whoops--wrong way!> *looks at his compass*}

{morrel: }

{Danglars: *growls...then sighs* <Look, if you listen to me, I could increase this business ten-fold! I know someone with some really good cargo that he needs to move--now!>}

-...-

{fernand: <damn him, what does mercedes see in him?>}

{Danglars: *sips from another bottle* <Not his talent, I'll tell you that. She's probably just some gold-digger...> *starts counting bills in his wallet*}

{fernand: <HOW DARE YOU INSULT HER THAT WAY!> D8< }

{Danglars: <Wow!> *holds up his hands* <Sorry! Hit a sore spot, I see...> *ahem* <In any case, he's off on some errand to some Noirtier or something. I even saw the logo on the wax seal on the letter--some trippy stuff...>}

{fernand: !!! <thats-....*whispers* that's mimic's logo.<}

{Danglars: <!!!! ...> *whispers* <What is 'Mimic'?>}

{fernand: <they're a terrorist group and enemies of the country>}

{Danglars: <...> *a grim smile comes to his face*}

{fernand: ?? }

{Danglars: <And if someone was found carrying material for just such an organization?>}

{fernand:.....*wicked grin*}

lucian: sir?

Danglars: *goofy smile* *humming*

lucian:... *sigh*

-elsewhere-

Rin: *staring at a jellyfish in the tank* "..."

stocking: they look pretty, huh?

Rin: "Yep...The zebrafish looks all kinds of funny."

shura: they sure do.

-elsewhere-

-knocks on lucy's door-

atsushi: ???

Lucy: "???" *looks through the peephole* "??? There's some woman outside."

atsushi: ?? *looks* oh, that's just gin...wait, why is she here? um...hello?

gin: yes, may i come in. dont worry, i have no ill intent.

Lucy: ("Gin? That's...Oh, marbles...") -_-; "Hey, I'm not in the Agency, so I have no beef with you. But if it's about Atsushi--"

gin: i'm here to speak with you too, miss...lucy, right?

Lucy: -^- "Yes."

-and so-

atsushi: so you want us to become friends with akutagawa.

gin: yes, if it helps.

Lucy: >_>; "You'll understand if I'm hesitant given his prior encounters with Atsushi..."

gin: it is understandable, but still, ryu does need friends outside the mafia, and i think it could help him.

Lucy: "...Is he still following his 'no-kill' policy?"

gin: yes.

atsushi: well, we have considered befriending him in the past...though it's not going to be easy for us.

Lucy: "..." *sighs* "I get the feeling of being alone. I wouldn't want that either..."

atsushi:....we'll consider it, but can you join to supervise him?

gin: sure.

Lucy: "And perhaps we should meet in a neutral area."

-elsewhere-

Chisato: "Is this a good idea? Someone should stay."

arisa: my mom said she'd check on her. and i think she's still mad about last night's winery incident.

Matsuri: T~T "I'm sorry..."

arisa: hey, it's alright, no one was hurt too bad, and sayaka did heal her.

-elsewhere-

suzune:.....*looks at her charm* ..... (tsubaki...)

{Tsubaki Mikoto: "Suzune? Time for bed."}

{small suzune: ok. *yaaawn* ^^ good night!}

{Tsubaki Mikoto: *smiles* "No bedtime story?"}

{suzune: bedtime story! bedtime story! ^w^ }

{Tsubaki Mikoto: "How about 'The Kind-Hearted Witch'?"}

{suzune: ok! ^^ }

{Tsubaki Mikoto: "Once upon a time, there was a small girl in a village. She stood out in her community because of her bright shiny hair..." *playful hair-tussle*}

{suzune: hehehe ^^ }

{Tsubaki Mikoto: "She was truly beloved...And she was also magical."}

Suzune:.....

{suzune: tsubaki! tsubakiiii, where are you? *looking around* come onnn, we're gonna be late!}

{*a flower petal passes Suzune*}

{suzune: *glances*}

{*it looks like a camellia petal*}

{suzune: tsubaki?}

{*a shadow begins to loom...*}

{suzune: ah-... !!!! }

{*it's like a human body in a kimono dress...only the limbs and head are flowery vines...*}

{suzune: w-what? *notices something; tsubaki's charm* !!!!! n-no....}

{Wraith!Tsubaki Mikoto: *a whooshing sound escapes from her branches, as flower petal descend onto Suzune*}

{suzune: grk- }

{*the petals are practically drowning her...*}

{suzune: tsubaki! stop! its me, suzune! please!}

{Wraith!Tsubaki Mikoto: *growls out--* "Suzune..."}

{suzune: !!! tsubaki!}

{Wraith!Tsubaki Mikoto: "...Move..."}

{suzune: *shaking, summons her sword* what...what do i do?}

{Wraith!Tsubaki: "..." *releases her vines at Suzune*}

{suzune: !!!! *slicing* *crying*}

{Wraith!Tsubaki: *knocked around, blood coming out of the vines as this Wraith wails...*}

{suzune: *something surges within her, and flames come from her sword as she attacks, sobbing as she cuts the wraith down*}

{Wraith!Tsubaki: *gasps, as her form collapses*}

{suzune: *collapses to her knees, sobbing*}

suzune: (you became a wraith.....because you contracted illegally....) *clutches her charm* (i dont want anyone else to share that fate....so that's why.....) *bites her lip*

-elsewhere-

izumi: ....

Saria: "Hey, Izumi!"

izumi: oh, hey saria. whats up?

Saria: "Not much--just taking a walk. How's your day going?"

izumi: pretty ok, just thinking i guess.

Saria: "??? Something on your mind?"

izumi: just...i guess im confused.

Saria: "Oh?"

izumi: i mean, im an albarn now, so i have a lot to live up to....and im confused if i want to be like maka, or if i want to stand out as my own person....but i feel like im always going to be compared to her. how can i live up to someone i've never met?!

Saria: "...Wow. That's...kind of a lot to take in. I guess I'd ask, do you think others are comparing you, or are you comparing yourself to Maka?"

izumi: !!! .....i guess it's the latter....

Saria: "Which means...you're not feeling confident in yourself."

izumi: kind of hard to be. im only really an albarn because mom's marrying him...i dont have any real talents or skills, and i freeze up in battle.....did i really do the right thing coming here? to become a meister?

Saria: "Well, you are in NOT--you don't have to go into EAT. You do get to decide what you want to do next, even if it's not combat. I'm sure there's other things 'being an Albarn' could mean. And what do you mean you have no talents? You're smart and friendly, and those are important qualities."

izumi: hmm.....but i dont want to abandon asher either...

Saria: "You think Asher will move onto EAT?"

izumi:.....i didnt ask them.

Saria: "Worried about putting pressure on them?"

izumi:....i guess. and they have enough to worry about...

Saria: "..." *pat pat* "We still have the rest of the semester. I would focus on getting through the rest before deciding anything...Maybe your dad could help."

izumi: yeah....im kind of nervous about asking him, though.

Saria: "I'm sure he wants the best for you, given what you've said. Do you think he'd understand where you're coming from?"

izumi:....i dont know....im kind of scared.....my previous dad was-.........not exactly a nice person......

Saria: "Oh...But Mr. Albarn's not like that..."

izumi: r-right......i'll....talk to him after school....thanks saria, you're a good friend.

Saria: ^\\\^ "Thanks. Just want to be supportive."

-elsewhere-

naomi: BROOOOO!!! OH MY GOOOOSH >w<

Tanizaki: "???"

naomi: *INHALES* YAMAMIN IS DOWNSTAAAAIRS!!!! >w<

Tanizaki: "..." *holds up a brown paper bag for her* "Um, I'll see her in..."

naomi: actually, she's here for the consultation office.

-in the consultation office-

frances: so, you've suddenly gained an ability, you say?

misa: y-yes.....it really scary....

Producer: "So we thought it best to speak with you."

frances: i see. it seems after the mist incident, multiple people worldwide have been gaining abilities left-right and sideways. miss yamamura is no different.

misa: ....i...i think i killed someone with it.....he-he turned into a tree.

Producer: "..."

frances: i see. well, it would be advisable to train this ability in order to better control it. there are training centers around the city if you wish.

misa: ....

Producer: "Which center would you recommend?"

frances: well, there is the special ability department's education center.

Producer: "Could we have their contact information?"

frances: *hands them a business card*

Producer: "Thank you. Misa, shall we...?"

misa:...*nod* i-i dont want to hurt anyone with this ability....

Producer: "Right. Our driver will take us..."

-elsewhere-

Rin: *looking at jewelry at a vendor stand*

shura: oh, this looks pretty cool!

stocking: oh these earrings are so cute!

Rin: *picks up a bracelet* "This could work..."

shura: getting a present for your girlfriend~?

Rin: "Wh-What if I am?!"

shura: d'awww, ^^

Rin: >\\\\>; <Pardon me...I'd like to buy this?>

shopkeeper: <ah yes> ^^

-elsewhere-

felisia: *sewing*

shion: *watches*

Mephisto: "She's quite talented, yes, Shion?"

shion: *babble*

felisia: ^^

Mephisto: "What do you think it'll turn out to be?"

felisia: you'll just have to wait~ ^^

Mephisto: "Oh, the suspense!" *holds Shion*

-elsewhere-

Fujimoto: "..."

Yukio: "Zzz..."

kyouko: im home.

Fujimoto: "Welcome back...He's still asleep."

kyouko: ...any word from rin?

Fujimoto: "He's still there, traveling with Stocking and Shura."

kyouko: ah.

-elsewhere-

Lucy: -^-

Akutagawa: "..."

atsushi: ^^;;; so.....heyyyy...... ^^;;;;;;

gin: ^^;;

Akutagawa: "Hello. I still have not killed."

atsushi: i know, you dont have to keep repeating it, you're sounding like a broken record.

Akutagawa: "...I don't have much else I thought would be interesting to discuss."

atsushi: oh, we did hear you had your crimes pardoned...

Akutagawa: "Yes. Now I have to consider what to do now that I will not be at risk of being arrested for past crimes..."

atsushi: maybe going back to school?

Akutagawa: "Hmm...Not sure. Are you still attending?"

atsushi: yeah, we are.

Akutagawa: "Hmm...Not sure. Are you still attending?"

atsushi: yeah, we are.

gin: chuuya probably wont be returning, since he has a lot on his plate right now.

atsushi: oh yeah, how's that other girl he adopted?

gin: she's doing well.

Akutagawa: "Gin and Higuchi have adopted Q."

atsushi: *remembering the incident at the train station* ....good for them. owo;;

Akutagawa: "Yes, I think so as well. So far, Q has also not killed people."

Lucy: "You both better not! I'm stronger than I was before!" *flexes her arm*

Akutagawa: "... ... ...I hadn't noticed."

Lucy: >_<#

gin: ^^;;

atsushi:....sooooo, do you have hobbies?

Akutagawa: "...I like art museums. I like classical music."

atsushi: i see.

Akutagawa: "It'll be good to visit a museum again. Gin and I used to go to them before, um, 'work' started to pile up more."

gin: *nods*

Lucy: "Hmm...I suppose a museum visit would be low-stakes..."

atsushi: that would be fun. ^^

Akutagawa: "Yes. I know there's the Kirby exhibit, as well as a new calligraphy exhibit."

atsushi: *nods* how about we head over after lunch?

Akutagawa: "Oh? Who's cooking?"

gin:....ryu...we're in a cafe. -.-;

Akutagawa: "My question still stands. What if the chef intends to kill us?"

gin: ryu, please.

Lucy: "...Miss Gin? Has he always been like this?"

gin: *sigh*

atsushi:....ryu. please get therapy.

-elsewhere-

Rin: *on webcam* "So we should be home soon."

kyouko: great to hear.

madoka: *smiles*

konekomaru: sounds like you had quite the adventure.

Rin: "Yep! I--" *sneezes* *rubs his nose* "Ugh..."

madoka: still sick? ^^;

unagi: did renzou give uncle uwabami my letter?

Rin: *wipes his nose* "Yeah, Shima ran off after the mission to head home. I'm sure he delivered it."

unagi: that's good. *smiles*

-elsewhere-

frances: *listening to her flowers* hmm...i see....*dials the phone*

Cervantes: "Oh! Well, I'm not sure, we have a tremendously loaded schedule..." *flipping through an empty schedule book*

frances: ....are you sure about that?

Cervantes: OwO;;; "Weeeeeeeeell, I may be able to fit you in...We got a few minutes after our next big mission..."

frances: and that would be?

Cervantes: OWO;;;;;;;;; "We should be back in our office in..." *talking off the phone* "How long does it take to fly from Timbuktu to Death City?"

marquis: owo~?

-knocks on the door-

Cervantes: "EEEK!" *jumps*

Dumas: *looks through the peephole* "???" *opens the door*

marquis: who is it?

Dumas: "Someone from that consultation office..."

Cervantes: "OH MY GOSH, OUR INSTANT TELEPORTER WORKED! WHAT A SURPRISE! WE ARE ALREADY BACK IN DEATH CITY! Yay!"

frances: may i speak with mr dumas~? ^^

Dumas: "...Here I am. What do you want?"

frances: you three. over here. now. ^^# geoffery, be a dear and escort our three friends over to the office~ ^^

Cervantes: QwQ;

Dumas: *slight shudder but frowns*

-elsewhere-

Dabi: *looking* "Why is gym held in the basement?"

tomura: ....

Queen: *frowns* "Are you an idiot? Do you not know how expensive New York real estate is?"

Gym Teacher: *blows the whistle* "Assume the position!"

himiko: ooook!

Tall Student: "Ready!"

reina: *taking stance*

Mask Student: *stands a bit back from the wall, ready to move*

Twice: "??? 'Position'? What? It's just gym. Is this dodgeball? WE DIDN'T EVEN PICK TEAM CAPTAINS!"

Queen: "Oh, you're going to die today..."

Mustard: "...What?"

*SHNITCK*

*spikes poke out of the ceiling*

Dabi: "?!!!"

*a laser gun turret pops out of the floor*

Twice: "Ooooh, I get it...So, it's a laser light show!"

Gym Teacher: *blows the whistle* "Begin!"

*lasers fire at the students, a fire pit opens behind Mustard--burning his bottom*

Mustard: "ARG!" *leaps*

reina: welcome to the basement.

Tall Student: *hearty laugh* "Nothing like a rousing bit of calisthenics while avoiding almost certain doom to light a fire under you and make you go, go, go!"

Mustard: *running* "I'M ON FIRE!"

Tall Student: "See? He gets it!"

himiko: *dancing around* wheee!

Queen: *she's moving a bit too much, as if she predicts where each attack derives*

Dabi: "..."

Twice: "Son of a--" *holding up Mask Student as a shield*

banshee: *shaking* ah-....*frozen on the spot*

*a rope suddenly loops around Banshee's wrist...*

banshee: !!!!

*the rope tugs, pulling Banshee up from the floor and into the arms of--*

Peter: "Relax, newbie! Just your friendly classmate picking you up!" *smiles*

banshee: s-sorry about that...

Peter: *smiles* ^\\\^ "Think nothing of it!"

[PETER DITKO! The aerobatic superhero! His wrist bands are tech support to help him swing around! Years of training and innate balance allows him to swing from the highest ledge and leap above your head!]

Gym Teacher: *blows his whistle* "Damn it, Ditko--get down from there! That girl's obviously not ready for this..."

Queen: *dodging* "How revolting..."

banshee: ^-^;;

Peter: "??? Hey, you okay? You looked like you were...tearing up?"

banshee: !!! *wipes eyes* sorry for that, i just.....b-bad memories, i guess...

Peter: "..." *nods* "Y-Yeah...This place is a pretty rough training course. I've seen others react worse..."

banshee: ...no one's actually died here, right?

{???: just you wait sis, im gonna be the greatest hero yet!}

banshee:......

Vulcan: "??? Hold up. I thought you lived with your grandmom. When were you at Hajima?"

shinra: it was....on and off, mostly....it was scary there, but to be honest, it was better than being with my grandma, and locked in the pantry.

lisa: where the hell was child services?!

shinra: i know, right?!

Vulcan: "Fix that upper body strength!" *checking the pistons while talking to Shinra* "And while you were there, they experimented on you?"

shinra: i think, but i think i also repressed most of it.

Vulcan: "...Sorry."

shinra: it's all good.

Vulcan: *sets down the wrench* "Okay, that's enough for today..."

-elsewhere-

Assi: "--and he was dressed really tacky, like he was colorblind and shopped consignment."

Shotaro: "Wooooooow...Airship?"

mana:.... <-<

Emine: "How can one procure such an airship? Perhaps to drop items down upon my enemies?"

-elsewhere-

Akutagawa: *points to calligraphy* "This one is Shen Zhou's 'On Growing a Beard.' Notice how well spaced are the characters."

atsushi: huh. neat.

gin: ^^

Lucy: "Hmm...So, you do research this stuff? Is this all they have? Just stuff about beards?"

Akutagawa: *hard stare* "No." *points* "Emperor Huizong's 'Poem of Fragrance.' Using the slender gold style."

atsushi: i see. *side glance to lucy that says 'i have no idea what any of this means, help'*

Lucy: *puffs her cheeks* "So, is that 'regal' or something?"

Akutagawa: "To simplify, it means the strokes are thin and sharp, showing precision suited to elite writing. notice the flaring, quick movement of the brush..."

gin: ^^; (at least ryu's enjoying himself.)

Akutagawa: *looks at a display* "Here, you can try your own hand at calligraphy..." *picks up a brush*

atsushi: hmm...

gin: *already writing something; the kanji for 'family'*

Akutagawa: "..." *small smile before he orders--* "Tiger. Doll Girl. Write something."

atsushi: *writing something* ._.; *he just drew a tiger* .....*sweats*

gin: that's pretty good.

Akutagawa: "It's...cute."

atsushi: um.... thanks. ^^;

Lucy: -_-; "First, my name is 'Lucy.' Second, I can't write, so..." *holds up a painting of a smiley face*

atsushi: that's really good, lucy.

Lucy: ^^ "Thank you!"

atsushi: and, maybe i could teach you to write?

Akutagawa: "...The line is thicker along the bottom, adding some tension to the overall piece..."

Lucy: "I would like that."

Akutagawa: "..."

gin: ^^;

-elsewhere-

higuchi: *looking at a book on parenting life hacks*

Q: *picks up a lighter--*

kuniko: Q, no!

Q: "???"

higuchi: Q, the lighter's not a toy. it can hurt someone if used wrong. why dont we play some candyland instead?

Q: "Can I be the yellow piece?"

higuchi: sure thing.

kuniko: im gonna go finish up the laundry now. *exits*

Q: "...That lady..."

higuchi: ??

Q: "Miss Rain."

higuchi:....*bites her lip*

Q: "Mori seemed weird after she died."

higuchi:.....when-....when you were captured, she was really worried about you.

Q: "..." *nods* "Yeah."

higuchi:...im a bit jealous. you and chuuya...and ryu and the tiger....were some of the last people that saw her...s-sorry, im not trying to blame you for anything. its just...i miss her so much.

Q: "...Do you want a hug?"

higuchi: *sniff* but first, i need to make sure you arent hurting yourself, ok?

Q: -^- "I'm not." *holds up his hands*

higuchi: *soft hug*

Q: "..." *hug*

higuchi:......*smiles*

Q: "Sorry."

higuchi: it's ok. im not mad at you.

Q: "...She was nice."

higuchi: yeah. she really was.

Q: "Chuuya seems to miss her, too."

higuchi:...

-meanwhile-

-a soft breeze blows-

Chuuya: *approaches a tombstone*

-rain's...-

Chuuya: "Long time..."

-…-

Chuuya: "Glad to be back here after so long."

-.....-

Chuuya: "You can imagine a lot has happened...and that one surprise I didn't know..."

-birds chirp overhead. squirrels scamper. even in this place of death, life goes on-

Chuuya: "Rain...That child you found...I'm still surprised. Sometimes, I think you were too kind for your own good." *his eyes are full of tears*

-...-

Chuuya: "I just wanted you to know, Miyuri and Sonia are well. I'm taking care of them."

-a soft breeze blows-

Chuuya: *sighs, wipes his eyes* "Th-Thank you, Rain..."

???: figured we'd find you here, chuuya.

Chuuya: *sighs* "Hello."

elise: i'll let you two talk it out. *walks off*

mori: chuuya. *nods*

Chuuya: "Sir..." *gets up* "I see you're up and about."

mori: indeed. it has been a hectic few months for us all, hasnt it. likewise, i want to thank you for your hard work. it's thanks to you we can safely walk the streets again, after all.

Chuuya: "...It was just business."

mori: regardless, i wished to speak with you. and since you were sooo kind enough not to tell me your new address, i figured the only logical place for you to be was....well....*glances at rain's grave*

Chuuya: "...You have some nerve coming here."

mori: ...

Chuuya: "Don't think I have forgotten it...every last thing you did to her."

mori:.......

Chuuya: "I will never forget it. You may be my boss, I may respect that..." *looks up at him, his eyes filled with a deep hatred* "But I will never forgive you for what you did to Rain."

mori:...you loved her, didnt you?

Chuuya: "You're damn right I do."

mori:......i see. then i have no further business here for now. come along, elise.

elise: kay, lets go get crepes, i havent had one in soooo looooooong!

Mori: *smiles at Chuuya, tips his own hat, departs* *walks with her...the hand by her side is shaking slightly...*

elise:.....*glances back at chuuya*

Chuuya: *glaring after Mori*

elise:....you know he has every reason to want to try to kill you now, rintarou. you do know that, right?

Mori: "Shh...Let's...just be on our way. Crepes await..." *struggles to smile*

elise:.....

-elsewhere-

sayaka: so how come the rest of you became magical girls?

haruka: we could ask the same of you.

sayaka: well, i used my wish to heal my friends arm that i _thought_ i had a crush on, but turns out i just liked his music. we're still friends though. <3<; he's also kind of my other friends ex-boyfriend but thats neither here nor there.

Arisa: "That's rough, buddy." *stretches* "Well, honestly, I was kind of different before I got my powers."

sayaka: how so?

Arisa: "Would you believe I was a lot shyer, timid, and weak?"

sayaka: i didnt know you back then, so who am i to say?

Arisa: -3- "I used to get bullied all the time...I wanted to die."

sayaka: oh no! D8>

Arisa: "This one girl, Mika Nishinaka, was horrible to me...Then I met Kokoro."

{kokoro: DONT THROW AWAY YOUR LIIIIFE! *yoinks arisa back*}

{Arisa: *crying, shaking her head* "No...I don't want to live anymore!"}

{kokoro: but there's so many wonderful things in this world! i dont know what exactly's bothering you, but im sure it'll get better soon. *smiles*}

{masara: ...}

{Arisa: Q_Q "H-How do you know that?"}

{???: *growls*}

{masara: kokoro, we got company.}

{monster: *a large lizard like monster appears, hissing*}

{kokoro: *weapons out* masara, stay with her, i'll handle this one! *she fights the monster off*}

{Arisa: *watches...her eyes widening*}

{kokoro: let's finish this! HYAAAAH!}

{-the monster vanishes, leaving behind a pile of grief cubes-}

{kokoro: *phew* that was a close one.}

{Arisa: "... ... ...WOW! THAT WAS INCREDIBLE!"}

{kokoro: all in a magical girl's work. ^^}

Arisa: "Kokoro inspired me--so I faced that bully Mika and never looked back."

sayaka: wow.

Arisa: =W= "Yes, I am amazing."

Matsuri: "..."

sayaka: how about you, haruka?

haruka: oh, nothing really special, just a girl from a rich family with a-...i had a sister, b-but she was stillborn.....

chisato: i've never heard anything about you having a sister.

haruka: they dont like talking about it...

sayaka: and how about you, matsurin?

Matsuri: "I...used to be blind."

sayaka: ....

Matsuri: "I wished to see...but since then, I feel like I forgot something about myself."

???: indeed you have, dear sister of mine~

sayaka: ?!?!?

-a figure in purple drops down from the roofs-

???: hello girls~ i hope you dont mind my dropping in~ fufufu~

Matsuri: *tenses*

chisato: *aims pistol* just who the hell are you?

???: please, allow me to introduce myself, my name is Kagari Hinata.

haruka: ?!

Matsuri: "What? ..." *shakes her head* "No. No, this can't be!"

kagari: say, i see you met suzune! where is she, if i may ask~?

Arisa: *keeps her mouth shut* "..."

kagari:....nothing to say? very well. *STAB*

Arisa: "GRK--" *coughs up blood, collapses*

Haruka: "Arisa!"

kagari: *glances at her* oh? my my, how curious~

Haruka: "?!" *backs up*

kagari: you made quite an interesting wish, i see. you felt like your parents didnt love you enough, in favor of your dear elder sister, kanata, right?

Haruka: "..." *shaking her head* "N-No...Stop..."

kagari: so you decided to wish for her to disappear, effectively erasing her....

arisa: ?!

kagari: by contracting illegally....and getting away with murder~ *laughs* selfish, selfish murderer~ cold blooded sister killer~ ahahaha~<3

Haruka: "STOP IT!" *something glows in the middle of her head...pulling in her face*

kagari: you think you're such a perfect, pretty face, but under that beauty, is a hideous monster~

Haruka: *screams, as something explodes out of her back*

arisa: !!!! HARUKA!

Haruka: *her eyes are pulled inward into one, swallowing her face and silencing her screams--before multiple arms rip out of her body*

sayaka: w-what the hell?!

kagari: fufu- for now, i bid you girls adeu~ *grabs matsuri and flees*

arisa: MATSURI! GRK- o-ow...

*The Wraith that was Haruka lunges at Sayaka*

sayaka: !!!! *fending it off with her swords*

Chisato: *firing* "Sayaka! Heal Arisa!"

sayaka: right! *healing her*

arisa: nghh..

sayaka: just hold on, it'll be ok... *notices her soul-gem* ._.;; (oh crap, im low on magic! if i run out here, then im basically screwed!)

-something bursts from her soul-gem; an armored mermaid?-

sayaka:....*SCREAMS* WHAT THE FUCK ARE YOU?! WHAT THE FUCK?! WHAT THE FUCK?!!!

armored mermaid: *attacking the wraith*

Wraith: *swinging arms at the Mermaid*

armored mermaid: *slashing with swords*

*The Wraith's eye charges before releasing an energy blast*

-SLICE SLICE STAB-

*An inhuman scream erupts from the mouthless Wraith...*

sayaka: chisato! now!

Chisato: *aims...hesitates...*

Wraith: *charges up again*

Chisato: "!!!" *fires*

-BOOOOOM-

Wraith: *collapses...starts to revert...*

-the armored mermaid vanishes, leaving sayaka's soul gem cleansed-

sayaka:...ah...what....was that...?

Chisato: "HARUKA!"

-haruka's crumpled body lay lifeless on the ground-

arisa: !!!

Chisato: "..." *can't speak, just holding Haruka, crying*

arisa:....*grips fist* that bitch....i'm gonna kill her! *runs off*

sayaka: arisa, wait! you arent fully healed yet!

Chisato: *still holding onto Haruka*

-elsewhere-

kagari: there we go, now you cant run off~ ^^

Matsuri: *tied up* "Let me go!" *struggling to free herself* "Why?!"

kagari: lets see if _this_ jogs your memory~ *pokes her forehead* boop~

Matsuri: "!!!"

*FWOOSH*

{Child!Matsuri: *sniffle*}

{???: matsuri?}

{Matsuri: "H-Huh?" *looks up*}

{tsubaki mikoto: *smiles* are you doing alright?}

{Matsuri: "...Just feeling sad..."}

{tsubaki mikoto: *hug* why dont i tell you girls the story again?}

{kagari: oh will you, miss tsubaki!?}

{Matsuri: "I-I'd like that..."}

{tsubaki mikoto: ^^ of course, girls.}

{-...-}

{Matsuri: "..." *listening...*}

{suzune: *whimpering*}

{Matsuri: *spots Suzune...sees the bell on her collar* "..."}

{suzune: *hic* *sniff*}

{Matsuri: "..." *approaches*}

{suzune: ?! *looks up*}

{Matsuri: "It's okay...Don't be afraid..."}

{suzune:...t-tsu...*hic*}

{Matsuri: "...Tsubaki..."}

{suzune:.........*shaking*}

{Matsuri: "Hey...It's going to be okay...Do you want to be friends?"}

kagari:.....i was the one to find tsubaki's body.....that little brat, suzune....i want her to suffer....so that's why i'll kill you in front of her, and then kill her. hehehe....AHAHAHA!

Matsuri: "Wh-Why?! Stop! You don't need to do this--"

???: "No. She needs to die."

kagari: oh suzune! did you get my message? *holds up her phone, which has a selfie of herself and the captive matsuri*

Suzune: *aims her sword--and lunges*

-SLASH SLASH CLANG-

Matsuri: *staring, shocked...tries to break out of her confines*

kagari: AHAHAHA! oh what's this? playing the hero?! after all the blood you spilled? after you took our tsubaki away from us?!

Suzune: *eyes widen, as the ferociousness of her attacks increase, stamping onto Kagari's foot before swinging her blade again*

Matsuri: "Oh god oh god..." ("What do I do...")

-dont give up, matsuri, i believe in you both-

Matsuri: "!!! ...Tsu-Tsubaki?"

kagari: *SLASHING* AHAHAHAHA!

Suzune: *being pushed back* "..."

Matsuri: "..." *breaks the restraints, rushes at them...*

kagari: eh-

Matsuri: "Beam Blades!" *hard-light blades emerge from her hands*

kagari: oh?

Suzune: "?!"

Matsuri: *swings her blades at Kagari*

kagari: very well, TWO FOR THE PRICE OF ONE! *summons illusionary doubles of herself* AHAHAHA!

Matsuri: "..." *narrows her eyes*

Suzune: *glancing at each one*

kagari: do you really think you can stop me? i wont stop until you suffer like she did!

Suzune: "...I doubt that."

Matsuri: "..." *aims at one copy*

kagari: ah-

Matsuri: *SLICE*

kagari: GRK- m-matsuri....*laughs* h-how could you? and to your dear big sister too~?

Matsuri: "...I'm sorry." *knocks her in the head*

-POW-

kagari: nghh....

Matsuri: "..." *looks at Suzune* "You look hurt..."

suzune: she got me good....*coughing blood* s-shit....y-you ok, matsuri?

Matsuri: "Yes..." *helps her up*

suzune: *stumbles* please, dont bother with me...

Matsuri: "Be quiet. You need help..."

suzune: you'd really help a killer?

Matsuri: "...Why do you do it? Why do you kill?"

suzune:...tsubaki contracted illegally...she became a monster as a result....i dont want any other illegal contractor to share that fate...

Matsuri: "And killing them is better?"

suzune:.....

Matsuri: "...Let's get you to medical."

suzune:....you hate me, dont you?

Matsuri: "I just...don't want anyone else to die."

suzune:....

-elsewhere-

Jeje: "..."

Mikuni: "La la la..."

Johannes: *trying to capture a cricket on the windowsill*

metsu: *checking the money and writing notes*

Jeje: *looks over the notes*

-mostly just how much money was made that day and such. work related stuff mostly-

Mikuni: "New dress for Abel! Do we have the money for it?!"

Johannes: *holds up the jar with the cricket* "New specimen!"

metsu: depends on if we have coupons, and also that is a cricket.

Mikuni: OwO; "..." *hunts through the newspaper for coupons*

Johannes: -_-# "It will be a _vampire_ cricket..."

Jeje: "Ssss..."

metsu: *sigh* *glances at the calendar* .... summer will be here before we know it.

Johannes: "Yay!" *opens the closet, dives in...exits in an old-fashioned swimsuit with a duck floaty on, holding a kiddie pool*

Mikuni: *already has Abel in a sundress and holds a pitcher of water* "Fill up the pool!"

metsu: *sweatdrop*

-morning-

frances: good morning, gentlemen~ ^^

Dumas: *looks around, feeling a dangerous aura*

Cervantes: *sipping his drink through a straw*

frances: mr dumas, i've received some interesting information about you through a contact of mine~ does the 'chateau d'lf' ring any bells to you?

Cervantes: "Hang on...I remember being around there..."

frances: my contact mentioned they know who put you there, i will allow you to visit europe to meet them, on condition that you three will officially join the consultation office~ now gentlemen....do we have a deal~?

Dumas: "IT WAS BLACK OPS, CERVANTES--HOW WOULD YOU--Wait, what?"

frances: i'll add an additional wager, do so, and i wont tell anyone about your little 'prison escape' friend~<3

Cervantes: "..." *slams the drink down, slides it away...adjusts the straw, crosses his arms* "Pardon me, ma'am, but we are an independent operation, not for 'joining.' We are, how should I put it...three...three...Um...Three blind mice? Three stooges--"

Dumas: *covers Cervantes's mouth* -_-# "And what, if you tell, I have to run off again?"

marquis: OxO h-how does she know about that?

frances: well, if you three wish to be arrested, by all means, run off~

Cervantes: OxO

marquis: yeeeeah no thanks. ^^;;;;;

Dumas: -_-###

frances: do we have a deal?

Cervantes: *gulps* "I-I'll leave it to Dumas..."

Dumas: "...When do we leave?"

-elsewhere-

izumi: dad? you up yet?

Spirit: *yawns, stretches* "Yeah...Hey, kiddo."

izumi: can i talk to you about something?

Spirit: "Sure..."

-she explains everything-

Spirit: "Izumi...I'm sorry."

izumi: you're not mad at me?

Spirit: "Of course not! I mean, I would never be angry with you over what you want to do. I'm sorry for not letting you know that more..."

izumi:....i still dont know what i want to do...

Spirit: "Well, I can say one thing: I don't want you to drop out of the DWMA--not yet. You still have the rest of this semester to finish..."

izumi: i wont. i'll finish through NOT classes before i decide what i want to do...

Spirit: *nods* "Okay. Whether you stay or not, I promise, I will support your decision--so long as you stay in some school."

izumi: ok. *hugs* thanks, dad.

Spirit: *pat pat* "You're welcome. Please, don't ever be afraid to talk about this..."

-elsewhere-

Rin: *snoozing in his plane seat*

stocking: *looking out the window*

Rin: *shifts in his seat, muttering*

Flight Attendant: "May I get you something to drink, ma'am?"

stocking: some raspberry iced tea please.

Flight Attendant: "Right away! And you, sir--"

Rin: *sleep talk* "Fizzy lifting drink..." "

Flight Attendant: "..." *writes down 'soda'* "And you, ma'am?

shura: im good.

Flight Attendant: "Very good." *leaves*

Rin: *sits up* "Hmm...Did we forget someone?"

-elsewhere-

Shima: *somehow buried under snow*

-elsewhere-

stocking: probably no one important.

Rin: "Yeah, you're right...When we get home, I need to scoop up the ice in the back of the freezer, make it into a snowball, and throw it at Bon."

-elsewhere-

Bon: "..." *writes a note: 'Toss something at Rin'*

-elsewhere-

Walter: "He's been in there for hours...Or maybe just minutes."

leroux: did something happen?

Walter: "Nothing much--he checked the mail, took some package for himself, ran into your room--"

-inside-

Kafka: *opens the package, showing a book* "TEACH ME TO DANCE!"

-outside-

leroux: oh dear...

Walter: "--and I just keep hearing some '3, 2, 1, 1, 2, 3' pattern with music. I think it's the waltz?"

leroux: seems so.

-elsewhere-

Tall Student: "A HEALTHY LUNCH IS JUST THE THING TO FILL EVERY MITOCHONDRIA IN YOUR BODY WITH THE ENERGY IT NEEDS TO GET THROUGH THE REST OF THE DAY! HA HA HA--"

Dabi: =_=### ("Kill kill kill kill--")

Queen: *feet on the table, sipping a milk carton*

banshee: ^^; he's....enthusiastic...

Peter: "I guess we haven't had the best introductions yet--Hi, I'm Peter!"

banshee: komachi.

Masked Student: "...Stevi."

Tall Student: "CALL ME SIMON!"

Twice: "Wow, you're a tall drink of water, ain't ya?!" *suddenly pulls open Simon's mouth* "HOW DID YOU GET SO BIG?! DID YOU EAT ALVIN AND THEODORE?!"

tomura: *glances at queen*

Queen: "...'Queen.' I said it in class. You deaf?"

himiko: noooo, like what's your naaaaaame!

Queen: "...I'm not fucking telling you my name."

himiko: ruuuuude. =3=

???: *a lanky student with big glasses* "Nevermind her--Queen's just always a little anxious around strangers..."

Queen: "SHUT UP, STANLEY--I KNOW WHAT YOU DID AT THE VOLLEYBALL GAME!" >_<

Stanley: *whistles innocently*

banshee: ... ^-^;

Mustard: "So, what do people do for fun at this school--"

Simon: "HOLD THE PHONE!" *hands his phone to Stevi*

Stevi: "..." *holds up the phone* *thumbs up*

*music kicks in*

Stevi: *films as a flash mob starts*

-the students start dancing and singing-

Dabi: =_=#

tomura:.....(i...fucking....hate this place.)

Twice: *doing the monkey*

-elsewhere-

Kepuri: "Okay, try them out, WASHU." *she's designed robotic butterfly wings*

WASHU: ^o^

GET: -_-#

Kepuri: "Okay, now try flapping..." *jotting notes*

GET: *tugs on Yohei's pants leg*

yohei: *hug*

-elsewhere-

Tanizaki: *reviewing files*

atsushi: have any plans for today, tanizaki?

Tanizaki: "So far, just scheduling the next jobs and interviews for potential jobs..." *stretches* "I think I'll head out to run some errands."

kirako: *hands him a list*

Tanizaki: "Oh?" *reviews* "Seems do-able...Anything to add?"

-mostly the list includes snacks, bandages, baby toys, printer paper, and such-

Tanizaki: "Looks like a bit, though...Anyone up for going?"

sylvia: i-i'll come along..

Tanizaki: "Oh, cool!" *hands her a bag* "This'll help with carrying stuff."

sylvia: i-i'll d-do my best!

Tanizaki: ^^; "We'll even pick up some snacks."

-elsewhere-

principal: so you wish for us to rehabilitate miss amano, miss hinata?

Matsuri: "...I don't know whether it is the right thing to do in the long term...but for now, I think it's our best shot..."

principal: hmmm, well, she will need to be rehabilitated in the detention center for at least a week, just to evaluate her.

Matsuri: "...No visitors?"

principal:....i cant guarantee that at this time.

Matsuri: "...Okay. Is there anything else?"

principal: i've contacted miss kanade's family, and the funeral will be scheduled for this weekend.

Matsuri: "..." *shakes*

principal:....*pats on the back* she was a good student, and a good friend.

Matsuri: *breaks down crying*

principal:.....*awkward hug*

-elsewhere-

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DEATH CITY DAYS CHAPTER 53

of ghosts, memories, and little sisters

Burns: "You did not recognize her name?" dia: *she shakes her head* Burns: "Hmm...Hang on." *removes a book from his shelf: "The Gold Demon". The name of the author has been worn off on the book* "I haven't read this since college." dia: ......*slight shudder* {dia: *frozen on the spot, staring at the carnage in front of her*} {FD: *small laugh* "Surprising. Didn't think I could do that so easily."} {FD: *keeps laughing a bit*} Burns: "Dia? ...Dia!" dia: ....!!! *snapping back to reality* sir? Burns: "You zoned out...Something on your mind?" dia: just.....remembering the past.... Burns: "Find what you need from the past, and get back to the present, okay?" dia: ....understood. Burns: "Now, did your past answer any questions about who that woman was, and what information we can get from her?" dia:...sadly no. i dont know who that woman is. -elsewhere- atsushi: O-O;;; *Montgomery has set down a cup of "tea"...which is bubbling...And burned a metal spoon* atsushi: ._.;;;;;;; Montgomery: "One cup of this, and you'll be healthy in no time." atsushi: .____.;;;; *gulps and takes a small sip*.... -KO- atsushi: X-X Montgomery: "...Huh. Maybe I didn't add enough jalapenos and havaneros." Montgomery: *leans down, slaps his face lightly* "Hey, wake up." atsushi: uhhh... WAH! BAKED BEAN BREAD!....huh? Montgomery: "Inhale. Can you breathe now?" atsushi: a little bit...yeah. Montgomery: ^^ "See? I knew my recipe would work. You may thank me now." atsushi: *ahem* ...t-thanks, lucy. Lucy: "...You're welcome." *puts a hand on his forehead* "Your temperature seems to have gone down a bit..." -elsewhere- Shotaro: *in a school uniform...Mana's school uniform* mana: still kept that thing, huh? Shotaro: *nod nod* "I like the skirt! My legs feel all swishy with the wind!" *sways back and forth* mono: .... Shotaro: "??? Mono? What's up?" -elsewhere- Mr. Tsubaki: "Here's your lollipops." hinata: yay! Mr. Tsubaki: ^^ "And don't take the bandages off until those cuts heal. And watch where you're running next time." hikage: okaaaay. -at the 8th- miwa: yo! akitaru! long time no see! Akitaru: "Hey there!" *waves* "How's it going?" miwa: doing good. sorry about missing the meeting a few days ago, some stuff came up. padma: *adjusts glasses* perhaps you'd like to fill us in on the details? Akitaru: *nods* "Everything okay?" padma: yes. everything's fine. miwa: so what happened during the meeting? Akitaru: "Well, lot to cover on that one...after what Giovanni did to my members." miwa: *tenses* ..... let's just start from the beginning, ok? padma: .... Akitaru: "The leaders of other Brigades came to discuss how to move forward investigating the 3rd. I am sending a few from the 8th to the 7th for additional training. And we have a new engineer." miwa: i see....hey, maybe sayu can join the training? might help her build muscle, haha! padma: *sweatdrop* you and your spur of the moment ideas... Akitaru: "..._Are_ there people you want to join in on the training? Maybe Benimaru can fit in a few more..." miwa: well, i did just suggest sayu. true, she doesnt have ignition abilities, but she's got a lot of heart and determination. Akitaru: *nods* "Okay. Anyone else you want involved in the training?" -outside- shinra: oh cool, seems squad 0 is here today. Vulcan: " 'Squad 0'?" shinra: they're an unofficial brigade, kind of like the A team? there's their commander, Miwa, the captains Padma and Misora, their sister, Nayumi, their medic, Serina, and- ???: BIG BRO SHINRA!!! *GLOMP* shinra: HURK- h-hey sayu. sayu: >u< Vulcan: "...'Big bro'?" shinra: ...oh! th-that's just a nickname. sayu: yeah, but i do have two actual brothers. they're twins, actually!........wait. big bro shinra, who's the shirtless guy? Vulcan: "Vulcan. I'm new here." *cleans grease off his hands, holds out one* sayu: nice to meet you, mr spock! i'm sayu! Vulcan: -_-;;; "Not that kind of Vulcan. Vulcan. You know, god of the smith?" sayu: hmmmmmmm....... like fresh prince? shinra: *sweatdrop* she sure is a riot, eh? Vulcan: -_-;;;; "Hilarious...Yo, Sayu, how about you and Big Bro tend to the stray behind the cathedral..." sayu: ouo? -elsewhere- Hibana: *holding ice pack to her head* -elsewhere- Higan: *in a tux* naho: finally getting a job? Higan: "More or less. I'm seating people at a fancy event..." naho: ah. lavender: all set? *in a dark purple cocktail dress* Higan: *smiles* "You look lovely." lavender: thanks. ^^ -elsewhere- Meme: *pouts* mio: is something wrong? *worried* Meme: "Just grumpy. Did not sleep well..." mio:.....want to watch funniest videos? Meme: *nod nod* *yawns* "And have a coffee..." -elsewhere- miwa: a fake base, huh?.....*sigh* doesnt surprise me that bastard giovanni is working with the hoods.... Akitaru: "And a fake Giovanni gets arrested, while the real one is hidden..." miwa: damn him...well, we'll do everything to bring him to justice. Akitaru: "I know you will...In the meantime, let's find these Hoods. Maybe talk to one of them for more info?" padma: seems as good an idea as any. Akitaru: "...You up for this, Miwa?" miwa: yeah. -elsewhere- Akutagawa: -\\\\- *trying to busy himself at work* Q: OuO ~? Akutagawa: "...Q, please take these papers to be shredded." Q: okaaaay. -elsewhere- Mori: "Higuchi, a word with you." higuchi: *tense* s-sir? Mori: "Are you feeling well?" higuchi: of course i am, why wouldnt i be? Mori: "I will be direct: I have reviewed your sparring reports, and your reaction time has been a bit off." higuchi: i hadnt noticed. Mori: "Numbers don't lie." *hands her a report* "I think you may need to take measures to get your mind in focus." higuchi: like what? Mori: "Take care of your health. Meditate. Don't overwork yourself." higuchi: noted. Mori: *smiles* "Good. I would hate for something to happen to you." higuchi: ....right. Mori: *nods* "Now, I have re-scheduled your sparring session with Akutagawa. Instead, you will go with Kouyou for a bit of R&R." higuchi:...r-right. 7.7 Mori: *smiles* "You're dismissed." -elsewhere- Rin: *reading a manga...and crying* Q~Q shura: there you are. i was lookin all over for you! Rin: "Wh-What?" *wiping his eyes* "Sorry...Was taking a reading break." -elsewhere- Victor: owo "...I have a request." maki: ya? Victor: "I'd like to observe the training at the 7th." maki: oh, sure! nozomi: ah... Victor: *claps* "Yay!" *looks at Nozomi* "Will you be here at the 8th?" nozomi: of course! i'll do my best! karin: i know you will, kiddo! ^^ .... *glares daggers at victor* Victor: .w.;;;; *backs away from Nozomi* "A-Are you staying at the 8th, D-Doctor?" karin: yeah. nozomi: ??? Victor: *thumbs up* "Super! I'll go back now." *runs* nozomi: ??? d-did i do something wrong? karin: ah, its alright kiddo. ^^ -elsewhere- Benimaru: *laying out knives* -elsewhere- Yukio: *reviewing case files* seiya: seems todo was a teacher of seals back in the day. Yukio: "So, he would know how to break them, too..." seiya: makes sense. Yukio: "Look up his students. Let's get files on them." seiya: right. Yukio: "Any reports from Kyoto?" adrian: they're investigating the matter as we speak. Yukio: "...Have you heard from Rin?" adrian: still training! Yukio: "...Maybe that's why he hasn't called." -elsewhere- Kid: *hug from behind* stocking: hehe~ Kid: *kiss on the cheek* "Need some help?" -elsewhere- Black Star: *screaming--then hits a wall* soul: O-O; Black Star: "...I missed." *falls down* sayaka: he was wearing a helmet so....good news. kilik: ouch. Black Star: "And the helmet worked! Now, let's get a refund..." -elsewhere- atsushi: so that's what all happened... Kyoka: *glaring* Dazai: :3 Dazai: "So, she gave you tea...And you feel a little less sick?" atsushi: yeah, actually i do. *smiles a bit* Kyoka: *slams a cup of tea down in front of Atsushi* atsushi: um... ._.; Kyoka: "Drink my tea. It'll be even better." atsushi: um..ok... *sip* woah! this is really good! Kyoka: ^^ "Yay." Dazai: *pouts* ("None for me...?") -elsewhere- Vulcan: "Okay...That takes care of prep work on Yuu's room." shinra: looks great! im sure he'll like this... Vulcan: "Hope so. Yuu always had simple tastes: just somewhere to sleep, enough food to eat..." -elsewhere- Tsukiyo: "Where are the 8th people staying?" fang-hua: havent figured that out yet... Tsukiyo: "The inn is still available--shouldn't have too many rooms filled. Maybe they'll bunk with others...Maybe one will bunk with Benimaru..." ^\\\^ fang-hua: i doubt that. Tsukiyo: "Let a girl dream~...You going to help them with combat training?" fang-hua: yep. Tsukiyo: "Glad the Commander picked the best, then! Give them what-for in training!" -elsewhere- Poe: ._______. *staring at the phone* karl: O^O~? Poe: *pokes the phone* "...Is no one going to call? I-I thought I did the right thing. Give flowers (admittedly, to her father), then get a call?" karl: *crawling up onto his shoulders* Poe: ^^ *pet pet* "I guess...its just not happening." -elsewhere- Chuuya: *vacuuming* -elsewhere- Rino: "GET AWAY!" *takes a can of soda out of her grocery bag, throws it* "BEAT IT!" blair: mreow! so rude! >n< Rino: "??? Oh, sorry. Usually there are weirdos who follow me, try to get into fights, so I have to land the first punch or toss the first can of--...DID THAT CAT JUST TALK?!" blair: oh right! *poof* ta-dah~ Rino: o\\\\\o "...I'm high, aren't I?" blair: nope, you're right on the ground level. Rino: "...So, are you a cat or a human? A feline sapien?" *walks around, just staring at Blair* "How did you transform?" blair: magic of course~ Rino: ^^; "Right...Of course...I'm Rino" blair: the name's blair~ -elsewhere- Hyde: *holding a can of paint* "Now let's see what this looks like when dropped from the seventh floor!" julian: please dont. Hyde: "But think of the colors! The paint just smashing along the sidewalk like some gorgeous Jackson Pollack!" julian: or it could land on some unsuspecting civilian and get us into serious trouble -_-; Hyde: "But we got money! That means we can do anything!" *tosses down the paint can* -Wilhelm scream- Hyde: owo;;;; "Dare I look?" -elsewhere- Belkia: "And now we are handcuffed! All I do is use the key to unlock us and...And...Aaaaaand I forgot where I left the key..." otogiri: -_-; at least you had the decency to cover yourself before we got here. naho: it's in the fishtank! ayami: .////.;;; Belkia: "Okay!" *moves his hand with Ayami attached to it to the fishtank--* "...That's not going to work, is it?" -elsewhere- Jeje: *sets down two bowls of ramen* -elsewhere- Yumi: *mapping out a location* marie: *looks* Yumi: "That seems to be the prime spot: low traffic, good table views, decent drinks." marie: you're sure this will go well for me? Yumi: "Part of setting a good first example is finding a good location that puts you at ease. But most importantly--" *pats her shoulder* "--put your comfort first." marie: *smiles* thanks. ^u^ Yumi: *smiles* "You're welcome. Got your outfit planned?" -elsewhere- Karim: "Doing alright?" dia:....i'm fine. foien: you've been tense. much more than usual. dia:...it's not your concern... Karim: "Just asking...No point dealing with a problem alone if others can help you." dia:....it's nothing. *walking away* ruby: *pouts* Karim: *sighs* "That didn't go anywhere..." -elsewhere- FD: "Well, I lost this bet. What's the payment?" yana: y'know. im somehow inclined to know that you're bluffing. FD: ^^# "Whatever makes you think that~?" yana: i should know, after all....*taking her glasses off....revealing purple eyes, similar to fyodor's* i'm already an 8th of you. FD: "...You got to pull that card on me? That's cheap, Yana." yana: hey, facts are facts. *shrug* FD: "..." *chuckles* "At least you inherited my cleverness." yana: ^u^ -elsewhere- Akutagawa: *knock knock* ???: just a sec! -atsushi looks through the peep hole- atsushi: ....... O___________________O;;;; Akutagawa: *holding a basket* "..." atsushi: O-O;;;;; *backing away slowly* Akutagawa: "..." *knocks harder* atsushi: *ducks under the futon* (thinking: please leave please leave dont let him get in i dont wanna diiiie!) Akutagawa: *knocks harder--and the door flies off the hinges* o____o;;; "...Oh. Sorry." atsushi: Q_____________Q *trembling* Akutagawa: "...Man-Tiger. You are ill still?" atsushi: TT________TT (thinking: kyoukaaaaa where are yooooou?!) Akutagawa: "...I brought you a meal." *sets down basket on the floor...pushes it forward with his foot* atsushi: ...... *drops a coin in front of him* *it lands heads*. dammit...... *peeeeeek* o.o Akutagawa: .\\\\\. *waves* "...You look less...sickly." atsushi: um....thanks? i think? Akutagawa: "...I made this meal. I cook well. I mean, I have been told I...cook." atsushi:...... *stares at the basket* *inside are sandwiches, fruit preserves, a salad, and a small cake for dessert* Akutagawa: "...Eat. Please?" atsushi: is it poisoned? Akutagawa: "No, that would be cowardly of me. When I defeat you in combat, I want you at full strength." atsushi: oh....um....thanks....i think? Akutagawa: "...You are welcome." *sits down* "Eat." -nom- atsushi: (thinking: this isnt that bad....as soon as he leaves, im gonna have to gag myself just to make sure im not being drugged...) Akutagawa: "...Eat more. You are very scrawny. I want to see more muscle on you." atsushi: *sweatdrop* what are you, my mom?...wait, why do you even care? Akutagawa: "...Because I want you at full strength to fight you. That's all. No other reason. Obviously. None. Nope." atsushi:..........um.....ooookay? Akutagawa: "...You have a little something..." *reaches at Atsushi's cheek* atsushi: oh. *wipes it off* Akutagawa: .\\\\. "...I could have wiped it off for you." atsushi: its fine, im not a baby, haha. ^^; (thinking: WHY ARE YOU BEING SO CASUAL YOU STUPID TIGER IDIOT?!) Akutagawa: "...Ha ha. Yes, that is true. You are grown up." atsushi: yeah...*awkward cough* ..... >->; Akutagawa: "In many ways..." *clears his throat* "Ahem...May I have a glass of water?" atsushi: um, sure. *goes to get one, but keeping an eye peeled in case akutagawa makes a sneak attack* Akutagawa: *sitting with hands on his lap, watching Atsushi going into the kitchen...* *waves* atsushi: ^^; (thinking: KYOUKA PLEASE GET HOME SOON AND SAVE ME!) -elsewhere- Higan: "I think that went well." *taking bowtie off his tux* "Enjoyed the show?" lavender: yep. *smiles* mind helping me with the zipper? Higan: *smiles* "Of course..." *takes the zipper, carefully pulling it down* "Like this?" lavender: ah, yeah. Higan: *slips the dress off her, kissing the top of her back* lavender: ah~ Higan: "I like the red..." *touches the fabric* lavender: thanks, ah~ =////T ~<3 Higan: "Is that okay?" *keeps a hand along her hip* lavender: yes~ Higan: *kisses along her neck* "Good...I think you have excellent choice in lingerie..." lavender: why thank you~<3 Higan: *lays a hand over her stomach, sliding up to her chest* -elsewhere- Hyde: *splattered in paint* Q~Q kranz: what did you learn from this now? Hyde: "Paint gets in everywhere. _Everywhere_." -elsewhere- Kyouka: *sitting in the office...stomach growls* .\\\. kirako: hungry? Kyouka: *nod nod* "Atsushi did not leave food before leaving the office." kirako: want me to order something in? ^^ Kyouka: *nod nod* "What do you like to eat?" -elsewhere- Tachihara: *steps into elevator* gin: .... Tachihara: "Yo. Going up?" gin:...*nods* Tachihara: *presses the button for his floor, steps back as doors close* "..." *small snort-laugh* gin: what? Tachihara: "I thought you would be...going down." gin: *glare* Tachihara: "LOL. Come on, the joke was kinda funny, right--" *BANG* gin: !! Tachihara: "...Did we stop?" -the door opens- gin: i..i think so. -seems they arrived on kouyou's main floor...- Tachihara: "??? This wasn't where I wanted to go..." gin: maybe take the stairs then? Tachihara: *pouts* "Fine...I guess walking will get me more coins." *pulls out his 3DS* gin: *sighs* -_-; -elsewhere- Tool: *sets out the finger paint* "Have at it." -elsewhere- atsushi: ._.; Akutagawa: "Thank you for finishing your meal." *stands* "Now you will be more fit and strong to face me the next time we battle." atsushi: right... you know, even though you are trying to kill me....but you arent really all that bad....sometimes. Akutagawa: "...Thanks?" atsushi: .....you probably have lots of stuff you need to do right now so, i'll let you get to that then. Akutagawa: "...Yes. I will leave now." *stands there* atsushi: .....um....you're still standing there. Akutagawa: "...So I am. Goodbye." *opens a door and enters, shutting it behind him* atsushi: that's my room! Akutagawa: *from inside* "...I like it. Good feng shui." atsushi: thanks, but the exit is the other way. Akutagawa: "..." *spots one of Atsushi's shirts on the floor* "..." atsushi: *opens the door* the exit is tha-........... o_______________________________o;;;;; Akutagawa: *has Atsushi's shirt to his face, inhaling* .\\\\\\\. atsushi: o____________________________________O;;;;;; *slowly closes the door*................. (thinking: WHAAAAAAAAT WHAT THE FUCK WHAT THE FUCK WHAT THE FUCK WHAT THE FUCK WHAT THE FUCK WHAT THE FUCK?!?!?!?!) Akutagawa: *pokes his head out of the room* "May I keep this shirt?" atsushi:..............why?! Akutagawa: *now standing right in front of Atsushi, leaning closer and closer* "They say that if you inhale the scent of your enemy, that trains you to recognize their every location--to anticipate them--to _feel_ them in your very soul up to the moment that you can predict their movements. I want to inhale your scent, so I am consumed by that bloodlust..." atsushi: o__________________________o;;;;;;;;;; Akutagawa: "..." *takes off his jacket, and his shirt...* atsushi: UM O-O;;; Akutagawa: *hands his shirt to Atsushi...he is now just in his pants* "There. I will take your shirt. You take mine. That is fair to see who is better at sniffing out the other." atsushi: .... >->;;; dont you need your jacket though? *hands the jacket back to him* Akutagawa: "...Yes. It is quite chilly at this hour, especially without a shirt." *shirtless but with his jacket now on* atsushi: yeeeah... ._.; Akutagawa: "...Good night, then." *takes Atsushi's shirt and makes for the door* atsushi: ...... (thinking: ok, first thing tomorrow, find someone in the mafia to return his shirt.......) Akutagawa: *steps outside...looks down at the shirt...something wet falls onto it* Q_Q "...What is wrong with me?" -later- Akutagawa: *re-enters the Mafia HQ* higuchi: ryuno-..... o////o um.... Akutagawa: "Hello. I have returned." *holds up Atsushi's shirt* "I took this." higuchi:....eh? ._.; Akutagawa: "The way to defeat your enemy is to know them, intimately. I will do so." higuchi:.....right. 7-7;;; -morning- Black Star: *snore* tsubaki: morning. ^^ Black Star: "H-Huh?" *opens his eyes...smiles* "Morn--*yawn*--ing." tsubaki: *smiles and gently kisses his forehead* Black Star: ^\\\^ "Thanks." *kisses her cheek* -elsewhere- Kyoka: *poke poke* atsushi: *yaaawns* mornin kyouka....!! kyouka! Kyoka: "Yes. Morning. Are you hungry?" atsushi: yeah. there's a quick errand i'll have to run too at some time today. seems the laundromat gave me someone else’s shirt by mistake, haha ^^;;; Kyoka: "??? That's odd of them. Along the way, can we get more cereal?" atsushi: *nods* -and so- atsushi: *looking around, spots someone*....!! *sneaks over there while kyouka is otherwise distracted* Tachihara: *playing his 3DS* "GODDAMN YOU, PITFALL!" atsushi: *taps his shoulder* excuse me, could you return this to akutagawa? he left it at my apartment. *hands him the shirt and walks away* Tahichara: "???" *looks at the shirt* "...The heck did you get Akutagawa's shirt? Why was he shirtless at your apartment?" atsushi: *has already left* Tachihara: "..." *light bulb over his head...still not lit up* "..." *shrugs, shoves the shirt into his backpack and keeps playing 3DS* "Now, getting my Meow Coupons..." -elsewhere- Vulcan: *tosses a metal ball into the air* shinra: is that a new prototype? Vulcan: "Yep. It saps the oxygen around a fire to put it out, with an additional option to extinguish with foam. Start a fire in the middle of the floor--I'll show you." shinra: ok. *does so and steps back* Vulcan: "So...Just have to press the button on the ball..." *does so* "...and toss!" *does so, the ball landing at the fire* "And when it detects the flame--" *The ball starts rattling...it's overheating...* shinra: oh oh shit!! *ducks* Vulcan: O___O "TAKE COVER!" *hides behind table* -elsewhere- higuchi:....hmm? Tachihara: "You seen Akutagawa around?" higuchi: he should be in the training room, why? Tachihara: "Got to return his shirt to him--" higuchi: EH?! his shirt?! where did you get this?! Tachihara: "The tiger at the Agency handed it to me." higuchi:..............why would...he have.....this?...... wait.....last night......ryunosuke had _his_ shirt........dont tell me......are they....an item?!?! O_O Tachihara: "..." *light bulb still over his head...not turning on* "...'Item'? Like, at a grocery store?" higuchi: *whispering something to him* Tachihara: "..." *light bulb turns on--* o____o *and explodes* "HOLY. SHIT." higuchi:.......... TTuTT excuse me, ive become terminally ill and need to go home immediately.... Tachihara: o_____o "...I need to look at two girls doing stuff to reaffirm my fragile male ego." gin: .... *PUNCH* Tachihara: "FUCK!" *holding his face* "WHAT'S WRONG WITH WHAT I SAID?!" -elsewhere- Kid: *asleep on the couch* stocking: *smooch* Kid: *his eyes open...he smiles* "Wake-up call?" stocking: yep~ ^^ Kid: *reaches up as he sits up* "Best there can be..." stocking: hehe~ Kid: *sits up, hugs Stocking* "How long was I sleeping?" -elsewhere- higuchi: *laying face down on the ground* ........... TT__________________TT *glooooooom* Chuuya: *knock knock* "Yo. You there? What's going on?" higuchi: just waiting for death.... Chuuya: Q_Q "...Well, he isn't here right now...Want to talk about it?" higuchi: ..... TT_TT ryunosuke..he....he....*hic* Chuuya: "??? He hurt you in battle practice?" higuchi: not physically........he and the weretiger......might be......seeing each other! *cries into the ground* Chuuya: "...Oh. Huh. That actually answers a few things, like why Akutagawa is so fascinated by that Tiger..." *light bulb* "OH SHIT! You're attracted to the Tiger?!" higuchi: ................................................*faceplant to the ground* no! Chuuya: "..." *second light bulb* "Oh! Akutagawa? For real? ...Okay. _Now_ a lot more things make sense why you're...with him so often...I'm sorry. Have you talked with him?" higuchi: i cant face him like this.....im going to die here..... TT_TT Chuuya: "..." *pat pat on the shoulder* "You're not going to die here...You can't. Come on, sit up. Let's get you some tissue." higuchi: *sniff* *hic* TT~TT Chuuya: *takes out his handkerchief, offers it to her* "It'll be okay..." -elsewhere- Hibana: "Hello, Rino. Hello, Cat Woman." *beat* "...Wait, what?" blair: hello~ gabriella:.... .-.; are you one of kotatsu's friends? Rino: "Nah, she's Blair. She's a cat." hanako: kitty! -elsewhere- Akutagawa: *lies down in bed, holding Atsushi's shirt* "..." *sniff* -knocks- Akutagawa: "???" *puts the shirt under his pillow, goes to the door* "Yes?" gin: you ok? Akutagawa: "..." *small smile, nods* -elsewhere- Chuuya: *sets down water* "Come on, drink..." higuchi: *slams glass down* gimme a nuther...*hic* Chuuya: ._.;;; "...Had enough?" *pushes pretzels to her* higuchi: dun *hic* dun micromanage me! i'll 'ave had enough when i *hic* when i shay i've 'ad enough... Chuuya: *sighs, sips his wine* "...How long have you been attracted to Akutagawa?" higuchi: it's *hic* been sooooo long i *hic* lost track'a count...a'time. Chuuya: "Was it because you two were partners out in the field?" higuchi: i gueeesss.... and he's shoooo hooot. *hic* y-y'know shometimes...i-id even touch maself thinkin 'bout him. *hic* Chuuya: .\\\\\. "..." *takes long sip of his wine* "...So...Um...You, um...are attracted to that kind of guy?" higuchi: maaaaybe....why d'yoooou care? Chuuya: "I mean...Akutagawa kind of has a cliche look? Look around for some other hot guy who dresses all in black?" higuchi: like who? Chuuya: "Hmmm...I think I saw a guy around town. Glowering, kind of quiet. Had on a cat hoodie." higuchi: i dunnooooo..... Chuuya: "I mean, just sitting here getting drunk and crying won't get Akutagawa interested in you. But at least you can get out there and meet people, get laid, maybe find someone who likes you back." higuchi: *hic* m-maybe.... mafioso: maybe you should follow your own advice, nakahara! Chuuya: *smashes a beer bottle and holds it at the Mafioso* "I AM STILL IN MOURNING AND WILL STAY THAT WAY UNTIL I DIE!" mafioso: woah! chill out dude! O-O;; Chuuya: *grumbles, pushes the Mafioso back* "Sit your ass down and don't talk until we're done drinking." *turns back to Higuchi* "Sorry about that..." higuchi: *face down on the table* zzzzzz Chuuya: -_-;;; "You're done...Yo, bartender--put it on my tab. I got to get her home." *picks her up* -elsewhere- Emine: *face-down in bed* setsuna: busy day today? Emine: *nod nod* "Tutor." setsuna: oh? Emine: "My brain is tired from studying...I have a headache." setsuna: aww. you did your bad deed today? Emine: *nod nod* "I made sure to..." setsuna: *smiles and hugs* Emine: "..." *hug* -elsewhere- Maitre'd: "May I help you, ma'am?" marie: just waiting on someone. Maitre'd: *nods* "Who should I expect to lead you to your table?" marie: *looking around* Akitaru: *pant pant* "S-Sorry...Ran over as fast as I could." marie: *smiles* Akitaru: "Wow, you look great." *smiles, sits* -elsewhere- higuchi: zzzzz higuchi's sister: thanks for bringing her back. Chuuya: *quietly closes the door* "No problem. Sorry about that...Let her know I'm pulling for her." higuchi's sister: *nods* Chuuya: "I'll head out. Night." rain?: .....*soft smile* Chuuya: "...Rain?" -no one is there- higuchi's sister: nah, its clear out. Chuuya: "...R-Right..." *still looking around* "...Um..." -elsewhere- lana: ?? *looking at the card on the flower vase* hmmm? Card: "Thou wast that all to me, love, / For which my soul did pine— / A green isle in the sea, love, / A fountain and a shrine, / All wreathed with fairy fruits and flowers, And all the flowers were mine." lana: ....*blink* oookay? *At the bottom is a phone number* lana: .....*dials it* h-hello? Poe: owo; *small squeak* "H-H-H-Hi..." lana: oh! so you're the one who left flowers at my apartment? Poe: "...Yes." lana: *smiles* that was really sweet. the poem was a nice touch. (thinking: even though its kinda confusing ^^; ) Poe: owo "R-R-Really?" lana: yeah. Poe: "...iamsohappytohearthat--" lana: ^^;....um...you still there? Poe: "YES! Sorry. I just...Um...Do you like tea?" lana: sometimes, yeah. Poe: "Maybe...tea? With me?" lana: oh. i'll have to check my schedule. Poe: *nod nod* "Okay." -elsewhere- Izuku: *falling from the roof of a building* ("Okay...I know this looks bad...BECAUSE IT IS!") o____O -something reaches out and catches him- Izuku: "???!!" tsuyu: *caught him with her tongue* <hey> Izuku: QWQ "Tsu! You saved me!" tsuyu: <just doing my part. cant have you dying now.> Izuku: *holds onto tongue* "Y-Yeah..." -elsewhere- ???: *walking around the school* .... Anya: "??? May I help you?" ???: oh, i was just looking for the locker room. Anya: "Oh, it's this way. Are you in gym?" ???: no, but i just wanted to know just in case. Anya: "...In case of what?" ???: in case i do have gym, what else? Anya: "...So, you're new here? Which class are you in?" ???: actually, im starting school in september, like everyone else. Anya: "Oh. I'm Anya, by the way." ???: anya? that's short for anastasia, right? Anya: o_o; "...No. Just 'Anya.'" ???: i see. well it's a common name where i'm from, so i guess i got confused, haha. Anya: "And you're from...?" ???: someplace cold.... *small glance at a door that reads 'records room'* ... Anya: "Greenland?" ???: nah, but that's not many people's first guess. so congrats on deviating from the norm on that. Anya: "...Thanks? So...What's your name?" ???: .... *smiles and shaft head tilt* just call me yana. Anya: "...Huh. 'Anya' and 'Yana' are anagrams of each other." yana: huh, i didnt notice that. y'know, i think we're gonna be great friends. ^^ Anya: "...Okay." ("GET ME AWAY FROM THIS PERSON.") yana: well, here's my stop. glad we had this conversation. ^^ *walking away with a small smirk on her face* Anya: ("What was up with that girl?") kohaku:..... -elsewhere- FD: *reviewing a class schedule* "Hmm...Why didn't Yana take dance class like I recommended to her?" *pouts* -elsewhere- gin: ryu? *knocks on his door* Akutagawa: "!!!" *scrambling around, calling from inside* "Y-Yes?" gin: you feeling any better? Akutagawa: *pulling up his pants* o\\\\\o "Y-Yes." ("WHAT JUST HAPPENED?!") gin: just making sure... Akutagawa: *puts on a shirt--Atsushi's, opens the door* "I-I appreciate that...I think I will shower." gin: oh, did tachihara give you your shirt back yet? the weretiger returned it. Akutagawa: "...He did? ..." Q_Q gin: oh, so you got your shirt back then? Akutagawa: TTuTT "I guess so..." -elsewhere- Vulcan: "One coffee, please." nozomi: *already working on it* Vulcan: "...How do you feel about being in the 8th, Nozomi?" nozomi: it's nice. almost like home....*sad smile* Vulcan: "..." *looks around* "...Lot more organized than my home ever was..." nozomi: *nods and looks at a photograph* is this your family? Vulcan: *nods* "Dad. Granddad." nozomi: ah, i see...you must have been close to your father, huh Vulcan: "Learned all I know about engineering from him and Granddad." nozomi: ah....i guess we're alike in that sense... Vulcan: *nods* "I'd say so...Bet you picked up a lot of lessons from your family." nozomi: *she nods* my father and dr itou taught me just about everything i know....my father was trying to find a cure for the combustion phenomenon... Vulcan: "...That'd be helpful." *thinks of Lisa* nozomi: it would have been.....*sad expression* Vulcan: "...We're the next generation, trying to improve upon what our parents did." nozomi:...*nods* i'll do my best! Vulcan: "Ha ha! That's the spirit." -elsewhere- ???: "Higuchi? You awake?" higuchi: mhphh...mrnn... "Akutagawa": *dressed like a prince, holding out his hand to her* "I am here to awaken you." higuchi's sister: sis? you up yet? higuchi: ryu...*smooching her pillow* "Akutagawa": "Be my princess, Higuchi..." higuchi: of course, ryu~ -curtains open, letting in the sunlight- higuchi: *SCREEEECH!* higuchi's sister: OI! GET UP! higuchi: TT~TT ???: "She in or what?" higuchi: eh-eh?! WHO IS IT?! Dazai: "Howdy." higuchi:.... *rolls over and covers herself with the blanket* *muffled groans* Dazai: "??? Hey, come on--I need to talk with you..." higuchi: whaaaaat is iiiiiit? TT_TT Dazai: "I got a lead on what Mori has been up to." higuchi: ?? *looks up* Dazai: *holds up a slip of paper with an address* "This hospital. He keeps getting mail from there." higuchi: ?? well, he was a doctor... Dazai: "And getting medical records from an OB GYN?" higuchi: ??? huh? Dazai: "Such as ones related to, let's see--one new expecting mother tied into the True Cross Academy..." higuchi: why would he..... *lightbulb, but not the truth* that. bastard. Dazai: "I'll just leave you the list of names of women he's been looking into..." *hands her the envelope* higuchi:....*shivering* Dazai: "...Hey. I need you on this. You up for this?" higuchi: *nods* Dazai: *looks over her shoulder* higuchi: just what are you planning, mori... Dazai: "Lots of women...That name looks familiar." *points at one* higuchi: *squints* -elsewhere- Dr. John: "..." *shudders* veronica: something wrong, melinda? Dr. John: *weak smile* "Just got out of a meeting." veronica: everything ok? Dr. John: "It's...alright." *starts sorting files...shaking a bit* veronica: .... -elsewhere- Relan: *collapses in bed* "My muscles..." T~T shinra: *pats his head* Relan: "How do you guys train this hard? -elsewhere- Chuuya: *icepack to head* "Higuchi...needs to stop drinking." kouyou: *worried expression* Chuuya: "She was in a bad place last night..." kouyou: *listening* Chuuya: She...had an expectation that didn't pan out." kouyou: oh? Chuuya: "...She thought something would be a bigger deal than it was, so she's trying to get over a love connection that wasn't going to happen." kouyou: how unfortunate... Chuuya: "You ever go through that? Maybe you have some woman-to-woman advice you can give her?' kouyou: ........perhaps that is a good idea... Chuuya: *nods* "I guess she's taking the day off from work?" kouyou: *nods* she called in sick... Chuuya: "Same for me, I'm afraid...I used to be able to drink more than this." kouyou: oh, chuuya....*huuuug* Chuuya: -\\\\- "That's not necessary..." -elsewhere- Dazai: *stares at Atsushi* "He...took your shirt?" atsushi: it was kinda weird, and a bit creepy and i dont know why he would do that! Dazai: "..." *grins* atsushi: ?? what? Dazai: "He wanted a collectible~" atsushi:....i dont follow? Dazai: "Something of yours to keep close to him..._really_ close." atsushi: he mentioned something about 'wanting to track my scent'.....wow that is creepy! even for him! Dazai: "No kidding...You think he had...other motives for getting your scent? Maybe he...likes the way you smell?" atsushi:....yyyeeeah im pretty sure he hates my guts. Dazai: "But I heard someone once say love and hate are two sides of the same coin." atsushi:....i still dont follow? Dazai: "...He wants you. Badly." atsushi:.... *gulp* that sounds bad. Dazai: "In bed." atsushi: he wants me to sleep? yosano: *facepalm* Dazai: "...Naomi. Explain to him." naomi: 7w7 *whispers* atsushi:..................................................................................EHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH?!?!?!?! O////////////////////O;;;;;;;;;; Dazai: "Now you know! Kind of reframes things, huh?" atsushi: im not sure how to feel about that. he still tried to kill me. Dazai: "I suggest a restraining order." yosano: and invest in better home security. Kunikida: "Don't let in weirdos." -elsewhere- Mori: *reviewing files* -elsewhere- Belkia: *massaging his wrist* otogiri: have you learned your lesson now? Belkia: "Probably not--except to keep extras keys around." otogiri: -.-; -elsewhere- Arthur: *packing his suitcase* "...Should I bring the mace?" -elsewhere- Jacqueline: "I'm home." kim: hey! ^^ Jacqueline: *takes off her jacket--she has ink stains along her shirt* kim: yikes, did a pen explode on you? Jacqueline: *sighs* "That raccoon...He was chewing on them." *takes off her shirt* kim: oh jeez. Jacqueline: "Not sure detergent will get it out..." *pulls a shirt out of Kim's dresser* -elsewhere- Akitaru: "..." christa: ^o^ Akitaru: *smiles* "Hey, Christa. How are you?" christa: hiya! marie: ^^ {ami: papa!} Akitaru: "?!" *sits back a bit, slightly startled* marie: everything ok? christa: *head tilt* O^O~? Akitaru: "...Christa just reminds me...of my daughter." marie: ....oh... Akitaru: "It's...How is Christa doing?" marie: she's doing good. hard to believe she's 2 already... Akitaru: "Time sure does pass by quickly...got to value it." marie: *nods* Akitaru: "...You're doing a good job, Marie." marie:....*smiles* Akitaru: "She has a good role model. Are you happy?" marie: of course. ^^ .....*sad smile* her birth mother....passed away. i ended up taking her in. Akitaru: "...I bet you think about how to tell her...when she's ready." marie:...*nods* -elsewhere- Black Star: "Rice is almost done." tsubaki: *smiles* -elsewhere- Jun: *humming, as he makes lunch meals for tomorrow* takuto: zzzzz... Jun: *finishes the meal, then turns to Takuto* "..." *pulls sheet over his shoulders* takuto: =w= Jun: *finishes washing the dishes, looks at Takuto* -elsewhere- Mikuni: *in a Thompson sisters cowgirl outfit* metsu:..... Mikuni: "Can you believe someone gave these away to the thrift store?" *tugs on waistband* "Jeans are a bit tight, though." -elsewhere- Mr. Tsubaki: *in fox form, eating an apple* -later- atsushi: im home! Kyoka: "Welcome." *has set out bowls of rice* atsushi: jeez, today was busy. Kyoka: *sets down the stew* "Oh? How so?" atsushi: well.... just been busy. Kyoka: "Ah. Then you should rest after dinner." *sits down* "Take a bath." -elsewhere- Takehisa: "And be sure to eat well during your training." tamaki: will do. Arthur: *nods* "Dragon meat is a hearty meal." Relan: O~O shinra: riiiight. *sweatdrop* Takehisa: "You'll need to be at full strength in combat, as it will exhaust you..." -elsewhere- Chuuya: *sips more coffee* "Okay...That should shake off the last bit of the hangover." mito: *leg nuzzle* Chuuya: *smiles, pets Mito* "Hey. I'm sitting upright now." mito: ^w^ Chuuya: "Remind me not to try to beat out Higuchi in a drinking contest..." mito: *purrs* Chuuya: *continues petting* "...I'll have to get you new toys, soon." mito: *tiny yawn* Chuuya: *small scratch under her chin* mito: =w= Chuuya: "Good kitty..." -elsewhere- Patty: *wrapped in toilet paper* "Mummy!" stocking: ^^; liz: ^^; Kid: "..." *grabs the toilet paper* "Not symmetrical." *tugs, spinning Patty around* Patty: D: "WAAAAAAH!" -elsewhere- Konro: *tending to plants* "Should be good herbs for dinner." kabuki: *nods* Konro: "Careful with the fire sage, though: you'll need to wear gloves or you'll feel irritation on your fingers." kabuki: *nods* Mr. Tsubaki: D8> *panting in fox form* Konro: -_-; "And don't _eat_ it until I remove the spice from it..." -elsewhere- Burns: "Status report." dia: the flame human that appeared has been pacified. Burns: *nods* "The remains from the human?" -elsewhere- Anya: "I'm home." tsugumi: welcome back! Meme: *waves* Anya: "Are the new students always stopping by the school?" tsugumi: i guess so, but that's mostly with just the local students. considering im from out of death city, i started with everyone else during the spring roster. just imagine how many new students will be joining as soon as the school year starts proper. Anya: "Hmm...She had a bit of an accent to be a 'local student.'" ao: oh? Anya: -_-; "Yes. I couldn't place the accent. Maybe Eastern Europe?" tsugumi: maybe? mio: she could have moved here before hand. Anya: "I guess so..." *slight shiver* tsugumi:..*pats her back* -underground- yana: so that's where the records room is. now all i need to do is find a way inside. FD: "Do you want to try sneaking in, or do you know someone who has access?" yana: lets say, i left a little friend there~ *has a remote control out* FD: "Neat. What's it do?" yana: with any luck, gets us access to the records room. FD: "Good work. How long before we get access?" -elsewhere- Sakuya: *snoring* lilac: zzzzz naho: *smiles and puts blanket over them* Sakuya: *small yawn, as he pulls the blanket up more along Lilac* naho: ^^ lilac: *hug* zzzz Sakuya: *protective hug* -elsewhere- Fitzgerald: *looking around new office* "..." louisa: *bringing in a box* i managed to get most of your things from the moby dick. Fitzgerald: "...'Most'? Did you retrieve...the photograph?" louisa: it was the first thing i got. *puts it on his desk* Fitzgerald: "..." *stares at the photograph* "..." T_T louisa:...*pats his back* Fitzgerald: "I will make this up to her...I will do the right thing." louisa: i know you will. *smiles* Fitzgerald: *sniff, sighs* "Well, until then...I must earn more money." -elsewhere- Medusa: *shivering* neian: zzzzz Medusa: ("Those hallucinations...What is happening to me?") -elsewhere- Dr. John: *staring at a family photo* "..." sachiko: those your relatives? Dr. John: *nods* "My parents are in the back." sachiko: ah. *nods* Dr. John: *smiles at Sachiko* "How is Izumi?" sachiko: doing great. she's starting classes at the DWMA next month... Dr. John: "Oh? That is really good! Is she excited?" sachiko: *nods* Dr. John: *sad smile* "She'll learn a lot there...Did Spirit say he was okay with her going through that training?" sachiko: i think so. Dr. John: "Then I'm sure she'll be fine." -elsewhere- Akutagawa: *enters battle simulation* -training dummies begin their attack- Akutagawa: *pinches head off one dummy* "Increase difficulty." -several more attack- Akutagawa: *hit in the face, growls--swirls black energy around one dummy's limb, snaps it off to beat the other dummies* -BREEEN BREEEEEN- -a red 'WARNING' flashes on screen- Akutagawa: "?!!! What on earth?" -a new training dummy appears; a tiger- Akutagawa: "...No..." *steps back* tiger: *ROOOARs and charges* Akutagawa: *backs up, panting, shivering* "N-No!" *summons Rashomon around him, sending it at the Tiger* -KO- -stage complete!- -the tiger just lays there...- Akutagawa: "...No..." *runs to it* "No!" *gets down beside the Tiger* gin: ryu! *goes into the training room* Akutagawa: "Wake up...Wake up, damn you!" gin:... *SLAP* RYU SNAP OUT OF IT! Akutagawa: *stunned...his eyes are full of tears* "...There's something wrong with me." gin: its ok ryu. it's not real, see? it's just a training dummy. Akutagawa: "...I wanted it to be real..." gin: ...... Akutagawa: "In so many ways...and I am confused." gin: .....do you need to see the medic? Akutagawa: "..." *taps his head* "Something else." gin:....i'll see what i can do... Akutagawa: "Th-Thank you..." *lies down* -elsewhere- Bon: *grumbling* -elsewhere- Assi: "Got the last of the dishes washed!" chie: good job. Assi: ^^ "Happy to! One of the few things I'm okay at..." Zuno: "??? Wait, don't we have more to finish?" Assi: -_-; "We did them already." -elsewhere- Kid: *sipping tea* Kid: *sets out cake* -elsewhere- Yukio: *opens drawer full of his glasses* "Hmm..." *puts on a pair* "I'm about ready." kyouko: hey. do your best today, ok? Yukio: *nods* "I try. Good luck today." -elsewhere- Rin: TT_TT "My allowance is being eaten up by candles..." *sets out more on rooftop* shura: well then who's fault is that? Rin: >_<# "I'm trying my best, damn it! Maybe I need a better teacher!" shura: *glaaaare* Rin: "So why don't you actually help me figure this out? Like, I did the *poof* trick--but I end up burning the entire candle rather than just the wick at the top." -elsewhere- Giovanni: *flips a switch* "We are here..." guruna: ~? Ouo *It is dimmy lit...There are a few photos on the walls with x's crossed out over people's faces...including of Vulcan's father* -elsewhere- Bon: *washing his hands at the kitchen sink* ("...Dad...What the hell...") juzo: ..... *walking* Bon: *spots Juzo...follows* juzo: *entering the elevator* Bon: "?!" ("Where did that come from? Was that a key?") *pressed button on the elevator* -ding- Bon: *carefully exits so not to be seen* -in the keep lobby, several people lay unconscious- Bon: "?!" *checks the vitals on one person* "What the hell happened?" -the door to the keep opens slightly- juzo: ........?! mamushi?! Mamushi: "..." *her hand is over the jar...* juzo: MAMUSHI STOP! Mamushi: "Juzo...You know the story of the Blue Night?" juzo: ....yes....my brother, takezo, died then... Mamushi: "And did you know...that because of that night, the son of Satan was born?" juzo: what?! Mamushi: "Mephisto was assigned to eliminate the child. Instead, he made a deal with True Cross to spare the child--and he conscripted Suguro to help in deceiving us." juzo: ?! do you even have proof? Mamushi: "Ask Todo." juzo: ?!?! -BOOOOOOM- todo: ah, mr shima. it's been some time since we saw each other last. juzo: !!!! so then _you're_ the one responsible! Bon: "?!!!" *runs forward, but he is still far from the site* todo: seems i am. you did an excellent job, miss hojo. you always were my favorite student... Mamushi: "..." *ignores Todo's words, her hands moving to open the top of the jar...* "True Cross cannot be trusted with this object...Suguro cannot...We will protect it..." juzo: MAMUSHI NO! HE'S TRICKING YOU!! Mamushi: "Suguro has tricked you!" *removes the top of the jar...* juzo: !!! Bon: "Seal!" Mamushi: "?!" *Bon's seal pushes back Mamushi* todo: oh? suguro's son? here to play 'dragon'? Bon: "I'm not letting you leave with the Eye!" todo: hmm, like father like son, it seems. mamushi, if you would. Mamushi: *inhales deeply, as the snake begins to appear...its mouth opens as it rushes towards Juzo* juzo: *chanting to summon a barrier seal* -several members of the myoda have arrived to investigate- myoda member: !!! it's todo! myoda member 2: mamushi! what are you doing with the eye?! Mamushi: "Taking it where it can be kept safe from True Cross's machinations." *the snake tail whips around at Myoda members* juzo: !!!! todo: i believe it's time we took our leave. juzo: WAIT- Bon: "Why weren't any of you here more quickly?! Why weren't you--" ???: "We saw all." Bon: "??? ...Dad?" Tatsuma: "..." *weak smile* "Nice hair." myoda member 3: oh shit. Bon: >_<#### "YOU STUPID BASTARD! WHERE WERE YOU?!" tatsuma: ^^; i'd love to stay and chat, but right now, i have to go after mamushi. *begins walking away* Bon: *grabs Tatsuma's wrist* "Is it true?" tatsuma: ?? Bon: "You knew about the Blue Flames? What Mephisto did?" shura: oh shit... tatsuma: ...... Bon: "Answer, you old fool!" tatsuma:...well, it's a secret, haha. listen. things are a bit hectic, so try and get some rest for now. *A hand rests on Tatsuma's shoulder* tatsuma: ?? shura: eh?...O-O w-when did he-?! Rin: "Bon. Back off." Bon: *growling* "I am not done talking to him! This old fool hid everything from us! He shouldn't be in charge! He's just some crazy buffoon who doesn't know how to do anything! Who can't just get out of people's ways! He is and will always be a screw up!" tatsuma: .... Rin: "Apologize to your father." Bon: "...What? No! I'm not done--" *POW* shura: !!! 'scuse me, coming through. Rin: *holding up his fist* "You take that back, Bon! You don't just insult your old man! You don't know how much time you have--" Bon: "SEAL!" *Rin pushed back* Rin: *growls, flames appearing* "Cut that shit out now!" shura: for fucks sake- RIN! Rin: "..." *extinguishes his flames* "...Just get out of my way. I'm not done talking to Bon-" shura: *HEADBUTT* Rin: "AHHH! Damn it!" shura: did you forget what they said? if you lose control, they'll kill you! Rin: "..." -3- "Just trying to teach Bon a lesson. He started it..." shura: still, cant have you screwing up and getting put down. you still have a special someone to go home to, am i right? Rin: -\\\\- "Low blow, Boobzilla..." shura: ...........*chanting something* tatsuma:.... 7///3///7;;; Rin: "??? What are you--?" -a brace around rin's tail begins to hurt. bad- Rin: .________O *HOWLS IN PAIN* shura: i'll handle this one~ ^w^ Bon: *glares at Rin and Tatsuma* tatsuma: you know ryuji.....that woman.....she's got a tush just like your mother's. Bon: "...I want to punch you so badly." -elsewhere- Yohei: *opens door to the fridge* medea: ..... Yohei: "...Yo. Want a drink?" medea:.....water please. Yohei: *pours her a glass* "Here you go. Feeling okay?" -elsewhere- Chuuya: "Yo. Feeling better?" higuchi: yeah. Chuuya: *small smile* "That's good...You were pretty hammered." higuchi: ....i didnt....do anything _too_ embarrassing...did i? Chuuya: ^^; "No, not at all. But do rehydrate..." higuchi: doing that. Chuuya: "How was the day off?" ("...'Touch myself while thinking of him'...Yikes.") higuchi: it was.....alright. Chuuya: "??? Did you need another day off?" higuchi: i think.....i can manage....i kind of have to...still have business to take care of... Chuuya: *nods* "Need any help?" -elsewhere- Akutagawa: "..." atsushi?: *smiles* Akutagawa: "!!! T-Tiger?" atsushi?: *hug* Akutagawa: .\\\\. "Wh-What are you doing?" atsushi?: *smiles and gazes at him lovingly* ryu... Akutagawa: "...Atsushi..." -smooch- Akutagawa: o\\\\\\\\o "..." >\\\\\\\< *tentative smooch* atsushi?: hehe~ Akutagawa: "...Are you laughing _at_ me?" atsushi?: no. you're just...so cute, you know? Akutagawa: .\\\\\. "I...don't know. I don't think another man has ever said I was 'cute.'" atsushi?: *smiles and hugs him* i love you... Akutagawa: "Wh-Wh-What?! I-I-I am supposedly to destroy you!" gin: ryu? Akutagawa: *eyes snap open* ._______. "...What?" gin: are you ok? Akutagawa: ._________________. "...Weird dream." gin: ................. .___. uhhhhh....>->;;; Akutagawa: "???" *looks around* "What?" gin:...i'll just go now. *exits the room* Akutagawa: "???" *looks down* o\\\\\\o "WHERE DID YOU COME FROM?!" -elsewhere- atsushi: O-O;;; Kyoka: "???" atsushi: nothing, just a sudden feeling of unease. Kyoka: "...You are slouching in your seat." atsushi: *getting up* O-O Kyoka: "...Any better?" atsushi: yeah. thank you. Kyoka: "Good..." *stares at his face* atsushi:...what? Kyoka: "Nothing." *lays a hand on his cheek* atsushi: ?? Kyoka: "...You look awful. Get some sleep." -morning- Rin: *tossing, turning...whimpers* -phone rings- Rin: *his hand moves, trying to grab at something--finds the phone* -it's madoka calling- Rin: "??!" *answers* "M-Madoka?" madoka: hey rin, how're you doing? Rin: "...I'm in pain..." madoka: ?! what happened?! Rin: TT~TT "Shura pulled on my tail!" madoka: oh no. that's not very nice! Rin: "I-I was just trying to knock some sense into Bon..." madoka: *listening* Rin: "He got into an argument with his dad, said he didn't care about him, and I...just remembered Dad." madoka: ....rin.... Rin: "...Like, he just was so angry at his dad...and his dad's all old but a good dude..." *whimpers, as he shifts in bed* ("My tail...") madoka: *listening* Rin: "But Bon is angry because he thinks his dad is...Don't tell Yukio this, since it's being investigated, but he thinks his dad is the traitor." madoka: !! Rin: "So...things in Kyoto have gotten worse." madoka: rin....i really wish there was some way i could help, but i dont know how... Rin: "...Getting to talk with you is a start." madoka: *smiles* i wish i was able to come over there and hug you. Rin: "...If you had a key..." madoka: hmmm... *lightbulb* maybe i could talk to your dad? Rin: "O-Okay." *smiles* "Tell him 'hi' for me?" madoka: *nods* i will! Rin: "Love you." madoka: love you too. ^^ -elsewhere- Hyde: *flips over a bed* -elsewhere- Vulcan: "Think you're packing enough?" *Victor is packing--his suitcase is already ripping at the seams* -elsewhere- Hyde: "No, no, no!" licht: whaaat? Hyde: *grabs Licht by the collar* "WHERE IS MY DOG TAG?!" licht: it's right on your neck, you shit rat -_-; Hyde: "..." *looks down* "...Oh." *looks up* "Next you'll tell me my glasses are on my head." licht:.... romina: *cough* kranz: *sweatdrop* licht: someone has to, besides. *poses* im your guardian angel. Hyde: ^\\\\^ "Yes, you!" *jazz hands* -elsewhere- Shima: "So...aside from bruised egos, everyone okay?"' shiemi: i think so? konekomaru: bon still hasnt left his room... izumo: jeez.... unagi: *staaaaare* Shima: o____O "Um...Maybe I should check on Bon..." *backs away* izumo: ??? what's gotten into him? konekomaru: who knows.... -elsewhere- Kid: *hangs his new painting* "Hmm...Not quite even..." stocking: need help? Kid: *nod nod* "Please." -and so- stocking: better? Kid: *shiny eyes* "You are divine!" stocking: aww, hehe~ *phone call* -_-; freaking work calls....yeah?....oh hey......wait for real?!....*sigh* alright then....ok.....*hangs up* *sigh* duty calls. Kid: *pouts* "You'll be away long?" stocking: not sure. Kid: "Well, be safe out there..." stocking: of course. *kisses him* -elsewhere- Vulcan: "I'll give you a ride. You all packed?" shinra: yep! sayu: all set! tamaki: *nods* Relan: "As ready as I'll ever be..." Arthur: "Let us ride the dragon to our destination." Vulcan: "...Right. Where's tall guy?" Victor: "Coming!" -and so- Arthur: *looks at flights* shinra: man, it feels like so long since we were here last... tamaki: first time in november, then again earlier this year... Relan: "I'm not really familiar with things around here..." shinra: we'll show you around. *smiles* ah, there's the 7th's base now....hellooooo? *No one is inside...then Shinra feels something touching the front of his neck* ???: "You're already dead." shinra: O-O;;;;; Benimaru: "..." *lets go of Shinra with a slight push* "This was your first test." *walks ahead of the group* shinra: *gulp* sayu: cool! fang-hua: so they're here? Tsukiyo: *waves* Konro: ^^; "I see the Commander has welcomed you all..." Arthur: *smirks at Shinra* yu: .////. shinra: TnT fang-hua: come on, we'll show you where the training field is. Arthur: "Ha ha...Stupid Shinra--" *BONK* Arthur: X___X fang-hua: alright. those with ignition abilities will go with the commander. those of you who dont, follow me. yu: o-ok ma'am. sayu: hey, arent you the lady from the training camp? fang-hua: yes, yes i am. ^^; sayu: cool! -and so- shinra: *focused* tamaki: *hella focused* Arthur: *bandage on his forehead, holding his sword, staring at Benimaru* Benimaru: "You have to be focused at all times. Your enemy depends on you leaving a gap--" *starts to move his hand* tamaki: *taking stance* shinra: !! Arthur: *shifts hold on Excalibur* Benimaru: *his hand moves...to the back of his head, as he scratches* "--that let's them attack when you drop your guard." tamaki: *charges forwards* Arthur: "?!!" Benimaru: "..." *holds up two fingers* tamaki: *jumps* HAAAH! Benimaru: "You left yourself open..." *Fire emerges around Benimaru's hand, forming a blast that approaches Tamaki* tamaki: *mid air rolls and lands* shinra: !! *dodge* Arthur: *the blast just passes by his face* o~O; Benimaru: "Attacking head-on. What was that supposed to accomplish?" tamaki: i thought that would work? Benimaru: *flicks her forehead* "I could see you coming right at me." tamaki: owie! TT^TT -on another field- Relan: Q~Q fang-hua: even though you're in a brigade, fighting with ignition abilities isn’t the only method of combat. physical combat and use of weapons are also viable tactics. Relan: "...I was good at running away from fights..." fang-hua: true, having a good escape plan is a good idea, but there are times where that isnt an option. sometimes you have to fight back in order to get stronger. in body and in mind. Relan: "...I'm not good at landing a punch. I'm not sure I know _how_ to punch." fang-hua: well that's why we're here. *4 scarecrows have been set up* these will be your targets. *demonstrating on one scarecrow* kick. punch. chop. three basic attacks. Relan: *approaches one scarecrow* "..." *soft jab at the head* fang-hua: that's a good start. just keep that up. *smiles* Relan: "..." *jab jab...a bit harder jab...small kick* "..." .w. -elsewhere- kabuki: *observing* Konro: "How do you think they're doing?" kabuki: seems they're doing quite well. *smiles* shinra: phew... Arthur: *rotating his arm* "Quite a workout." tamaki: so hungry... TT_TT Benimaru: "We have a meal waiting for you, then you will bathe your sore muscles and get sleep." shinra: ...?? victor? Victor: *wave wave* " 'Ello!" tamaki: *already going to get dinner* reimi: i worked extra hard on this one. Victor: *whispers to Shinra* "I want to talk with you--later." tamaki: it looks sooooo good! shinra: owo;;;; Arthur: "Yeah! I can't wait to dig in..." Victor: *puts finger to his lips and goes to sit to the meal* Relan: O~O "...What was that about?" tamaki: thank you for the food~! shinra: im not sure. but i have a bad feeling about it. Arthur: *picking food off Shinra's portion* shinra: D8< Benimaru: *flicks Arthur's forehead* "Stop that. Reimi, please give Shinra a bit more food." reimi: *nods* Relan: *eating slowly* TTWTT "Tasty..." shinra: ...hey, did you do something with your eyes? they look different. reimi: OwO;;; must be the lighting! Arthur: *holding his forehead* "???" kabuki: excuse me, mr.....victor? was it? Victor: "Victor Licht, yes." kabuki: ah, you dont look like someone from the 8th... Victor: "I transferred from Haijima to join as forensics scientist--and I think the 8th is the best brigade ever!" Konro: "..." kabuki: i see. *looks at konro* Konro: "..." *returns to eating his meal, staring intently at Victor* Victor: owo;;;;; -elsewhere- Vulcan: "Yo, Doc--can you take a look at this?" *holding the magnetic orb* karin: woah, neato! Vulcan: ^^ "Thanks. But I can't get the response time how I want: the magnetic field goes off 0.2 too late after detecting the fire." -elsewhere- shura: -_-; well that was an awkward conversation.....they _are_ similar...how?....hey stocking.....just-... O-O wait a minute. stocking: hey. madoka: ^^; shura:...... *JAWDROP* stocking: i can explain. Rin: *hobbling around the hall* "Darn stupid tail hurts..." *pouts, not noticing...* madoka: !!! rin! *hug* Rin: QWQ "Madoka!" *hug* stocking: aww. shiemi: ?? eh? k-k-kaname? O.O izumo: how?! stocking: well, long story short, she's joining you guys on the kyoto mission. izumo: SHE'S NOT EVEN AN EXORCIST! stocking: true, but- madoka: m-mr pheles gave me this. *shows a true cross pin* i've been made an honorary exwire for the course of the mission... Rin: "You are?!" *grins* *squees* "...But don't get hurt out there, okay?" madoka: i'll do my best! Rin: *giddy* "I know you will! This is so awesome! How are you? How's Dad and everyone?" madoka: they're doing well. izumo: 7-7; shiemi: ^^; it'll be nice having another girl to talk to, right izumo? izumo: i-i guess, b-but just as long as she doesnt mess anything up. Rin: "Let's find you a room! And wait 'til you try the food here--it's so tasty!" -elsewhere- Dazai: "Busy day of work ahead of you!" atsushi: *nods* Dazai: *pulls out his notepad* "Let's see...One shoplifter hitting up multiple convenience stores, one missing cat, six missing person reports--" -elsewhere- Mori: *opens a package...inside are vials* elise: what's that for? Mori: "Research." *The vials have labels: I. Higuchi. G. Akutagawa. M. Kosaka, etc* elise: ah. Mori: *smiles at Elise* "I will have some meetings soon. Have you had lunch yet?" elise: yep. when's the new punching bag getting in? Mori: "Soon-ish." elise: yay! Mori: "And you'll get to play with her, too. I'm sure she will be more fun than that stick in the mud..." elise: yay! Mori: "Now, how about you get ready for your nap?" -elsewhere- Kid: *making his and Stocking's be...* "Oh! The cupcakes!" *heads back to the kitchen* -elsewhere- Mifune: "Tea's ready." -elsewhere- Shouto: *reviewing clipboard* "We are introducing new students?" ochako: yep! Shouto: "Hmm...I wonder what they are like. Can't judge by names alone...Some familiar last names." ochako: who knows. ^u^ Shouto: "...You're excited about this?" ochako: yep! new faces means new friends! maybe! Shouto: "..." *small laugh* ochako: ^u^ Shouto: "I suppose that is the more optimistic way to look at this." -elsewhere- Rino: "How's it going?" mikami: well. ^^ Rino: "Glad to hear...Need any help?" *she's wearing a cat t-shirt* -elsewhere- Relan: =\\\\\= "This feels better..." *lays back in bath* shinra: ah.... =w= Arthur: *rubbing his wrist* "If this is the Day 1 workout, not working forward to tomorrow..." shinra: how was today for you, rel? Relan: "I think I can throw a punch better now!" *tries punching at the air a few times* "H-How was that?" shinra: woah! that's really good! Relan: ^\\\^ "Thanks...How did your training go?" shinra: getting better. *leans in* u///u Relan: o\\\\o "Um..." *leans back a bit...even as his hand reaches for Shinra's cheek* shinra: *blush* Arthur: -_-;;;; "I'm clean enough." *stands up to leave* shinra:...*small chuckle* this brings back memories... Relan: ^^; "No kidding...I-I still feel shy..." shinra: *smiles* Relan: "H-How about you? You don't...seem so shy." shinra: well, i guess its easier when your with someone you love. *smiles and holds his hand* Relan: o\\\\o "I-I love you, too..." shinra: *smiles and smoooooch* tamaki: *streeeeetch* Tsukiyo: "Been awhile, Tamaki--how's it been?" tamaki: eh, same old. >->; Tsukiyo: "??? What, still having that bad-luck trouble?" tamaki: -_-; yes. yes i am. thought it isnt as often... Tsukiyo: "You try some good luck charms?" *taps a necklace she's wearing* "I got this one to deal with bad love luck..." tamaki: i remember getting on from sister yanase. i think i still have it....back in my room....shit....wait, love luck? .////.; Tsukiyo: TTWTT "I'm still alone...Benimaru has his girlfriend..." tamaki: g-girlfriend? since when? Tsukiyo: "Since you all fought those fake doppelgangers. It's the talk of the town--just taking bets now when he pops the question and she pops out a kid." tamaki: e-e-ehhhhh O///O oh...oh my. well who is this person? Tsukiyo: "Oh, he's with Kirei." tamaki: sister yanase?! ./////. oh my. Tsukiyo: "I know, right? Blindsided by that..." *pouts* "She's with hottie commander now..." tamaki: *thinking hard*.....their baby would look so good. Tsukiyo: -\\\\\- "Yeah, they'd be adorable..." tamaki: yeah......*imagining her own babies with arthur* O/////O WOAH WHERE DID THAT THOUGHT COME FROM?! Tsukiyo: "..." *smirks* "You thinking about your future babies, Tamaki~?" tamaki: >////>;; n-no! Tsukiyo: "Hee hee...I won't tell a soul...Now, while you're here, if you need anything, just ask. I can drop it off at your room." -elsewhere- Akutagawa: *exiting the building* gin: ready to head home? Akutagawa: *nods* "You?" gin: *nods* Akutagawa: "Okay..." *starts to move* "...Wait..." gin: ?? Akutagawa: *turns around* "...Thought I felt something." higuchi: ......ryunosuke? may i ask you something? Akutagawa: "??? Higuchi? Hello. What did you want to ask?" higuchi: *gulps, tears in her eyes* are you and the weretiger together?! Akutagawa: "..." *brains stops working...heat coming off his head* X\\\\\\X gin: ryu! get a hold of yourself! *shaking him* higuchi: SO IT'S TRUE THEN?! D8> Akutagawa: "I HAVE NO IDEA WHAT YOU ARE SAYING?!!!!" higuchi: are the two of you in a relationship?! Akutagawa: "YES! OF COMBAT! BECAUSE I WILL DEFEAT HIM AND PIN HIM TO THE GROUND!" gin: phrasing. higuchi: i know that but.....are you together...romantically? Akutagawa: .\\\\. "...No?" higuchi: .....do you.....like him? Akutagawa: D: "I-I-I mean...I-I just...think about...Um..." higuchi:.....*tears falling with a broken smile* ahahahaha......so is that the case then?.....its ok...im not angry....i know...how to handle this... *collapses to her knees and gets down on her hands* GIN PLEASE GO OUT ON A DATE WITH ME! gin: ?!?!?! .///.; Akutagawa: "...What?" higuchi: if i cant be with you, then i'll go for your sister! >-< Akutagawa: "..." *turns to Gin* gin: ....h-higuchi, are you feeling ok? higuchi: NEVER BETTER! 8D Akutagawa: "Ooooookay...I think we need to get you home, Higuchi..." gin: easy now. higuchi: TTuTT Akutagawa: *guides Higuchi* "Let's get you home..." -elsewhere- Montgomery: "Oh, Weretiger...There you are." atsushi: hey lucy. i was just heading home. *smiles* Montgomery: "Oh...Well, so was I. To my home, that is." atsushi: .....well, since we live in the same apartment building....did you...uh...want to walk home together at all? Montgomery: "...Very well." *follows* "...Did my tea cure you of your cold?" atsushi: yeah it did. thanks. ^^ Montgomery: *smirk* "Told you so. My tea is a cure all..." *jabs Atsushi's shoulder* atsushi: ah, hehe. ^^; Montgomery: "So, it's you and that Demon Snow girl in your apartment?" atsushi: kyouka. and yes. just the two of us. Montgomery: "...Oh." *scratches her cheek* "...Does she keep your place clean?" atsushi: we both do. *smiles* im glad she's ok now. she's like a sister to me. Montgomery: "O-Oh? That's...awfully close..." -\\\- atsushi: i guess. but then again, i didnt exactly know what it was like to have a family until recently... *covers mouth* im sorry! i didnt mean- Montgomery: "It-It's fine...At least you have a family. I'm happy for you. Really." -___- atsushi: say, did you want to come up to our room for dinner? Montgomery: ._.; "...I wouldn't want to impose. After all, I don't know how much food you have..." >_< atsushi: well, um....maybe we could get lunch together some other time? Montgomery: "?! Oh, so now you _don't_ want me over for dinner?!" *pouts* atsushi: i-i didnt mean that! i...uh...you did make a point that we might not have much... ._.;;; Montgomery: "I WAS BEING POLITE! THEN YOU'RE SUPPOSED TO SAY--" *imitating Atsushi's voice and mannerisms* " 'No, really! I insist! P-Please come! We'd love to have you--" *back to her usual demeanor* "SO LET'S GET TO YOUR PLACE RIGHT NOW AND HAVE DINNER!" atsushi: OK! OwO;;;; (thinking: kyouka please dont murder me) Montgomery: *takes his hand, leading the way* "And hurry up! I'm hungry..." -elsewhere- Black Star: "Is everyone home?" naho: i think so. tsubaki: *nods* Black Star: "Good--then that means no need to worry about anyone being out past curfew..." *bolts the door* himawari: ... Black Star: "??? Himawari? You hungry?" himawari:....a little... Black Star: "Then I'll whip something up for you! Maybe Sham would like a meal, too..." himawari:....not...for that.... Black Star: "??? 'For that'? What, is he not doing okay?" tsubaki:....*small slice along her arm, offering it to himawari* himawari: *licks* Black Star: .______.;;; "...Tsu?" tsubaki: better now? himawari:....*nods* Black Star: .______________. "...I guess we need to get more blood donations, or--" Belkia: "I'M STARVING!!!" *leaps at Black Star* Black Star: "HOLY SHIT!" *tackled* -elsewhere- Mr. Tsubaki: *sleeping on Yu's bed* yu: hmm? oh hey there lil guy, where did you come from? *pet pet* Mr. Tsubaki: ^W^ *small fox click sound...nuzzles* yu: ^^ Benimaru: *walks by* "??? Is the fox giving you trouble?" yu: no sir. he's really fluffy. kirei: ^^ Mr. Tsubaki: ^w^ ("It's good to get attention...") *closes his eyes* -elsewhere- Wes: *checking his metronome* -elsewhere- Arthur: *stretches as he lies down* "Sleep will be good..." -elsewhere- madoka: *nods* im ready. shura: alright. *has several targets set up* madoka: *summons bow and takes aim at the targets* Rin: *watching the attack* shura: wow, nice. madoka: *focused* Rin: *claps* "Yay!" shiemi: *watching*... (thinking: miss kaname's really good in combat...) Rin: "Good work, Madoka!" madoka: ^///^ *smiles* Rin: *smiles* "It'll be great having you out in the field--you're going to be a big help after the snake priestess escaped." madoka: i'll do my best! shiemi: *weak smile* Rin: "??? Shiemi? How's it going?" shiemi: i'm ok! i'll just go tend to the patients........*dials a number on her phone* -it leads to voicemail- shiemi:....*sigh*...*hangs up* -elsewhere- Yukio: *phone on silent, as he files a report* -morning- Akutagawa: *yawn* gin: morning. hope you dont mind omelet again... Akutagawa: *nods* "That is acceptable." *sits down, yawns* "I slept deeply..." gin: *smiles* that's good to hear. Akutagawa: "How did you sleep last night?" *sips his tea* gin:...pretty well. Akutagawa: *smiles* "That's good. You do look rested." -elsewhere- Tachihara: *stretches* ???: zzzzzz -a random prostitute is asleep in the bed- Tachihara: "..." *poke poke* lady: *yaaawn* ya? Tachihara: "It's morning. Get up." lady: alright, jeez. *streeetch* Tachihara: *walks to dresser, takes his wallet* "How much?" lady: $35, hun~ Tachihara: *hands her $40* "I don't think you can make change like that, so keep the tip." lady: aww, thanks sugar~ *smoooch on the cheek and winks* Tachihara: ^\\\^ "Later...If you need the shower, feel free." -elsewhere- Kid: *snoring* stocking: *licks his earlobe* Kid: *eyes break open* "Wh-What?" stocking: morning, kiddo~<3 Kid: *shiny eyes* "You're home!" *hug* stocking: yeah. *hug* i just had to drop someone off on a mission. but im home now~ kirika: 'bout time. he cried himself to sleep, you know. Kid: o_____O "I DID NOT!" *spots pillow that is wet* "..." *tosses pillow away* stocking: *sighs and hugs him* Kid: ^\\\\^ *hug* stocking: its ok. im here now... Kid: "And we have catching up to do! How was the mission?" -elsewhere- Montgomery: *exiting her apartment* naomi: morning neighbor~ hope we werent too loud for you. Montgomery: "...'We'?" Tanizaki: Q~Q naomi: 737~ Montgomery: o______o "...Okay. No, you weren't loud..." *shudders, locks her door* "I have to get to work. Have a good day." -elsewhere- Benimaru: *holds up a gong--and strikes it* "Wake up..." shinra: WARK! O.O IM UP! Arthur: *leaps up in his boxers, sword in hand* "Bring forth the dragon!" Relan: *falls out of bed* "OW!" Benimaru: "..." *stares at Shinra* shinra: rel! you ok? D8 tamaki: whaaaat what is it? *in a unicorn kigurumi* Benimaru: "You have practice in one hour. Get breakfast and get ready to fight." *stares at Tamaki's outfit* "..." *walks away* Arthur: o\\\\o "BRAVE UNICORN! Let us go into battle! I will ride you to victory!" Relan: "I'm fine...What happened?" shinra: morning. that's what happened. tamaki: O///O G-GET OFF ME! >////<# Benimaru: *smacks Arthur in the forehead with a stick* "Down. Down." Arthur: X____X -elsewhere- Vulcan: "Maki, I'm almost done with the new weapon..." *tosses a collapsible metal rod to her* maki: ooh, neato. Vulcan: "The bottom of it has a flame pop out of it, which you can control for combat--or for flight. I call it the 'Broomstick.'" maki: ....kickass. Vulcan: "Start easy on it--I don't know how high you can fly on it." *wipes grease off onto his shirt* "...Damn." karin: he wanted to call it the 'boom'-stick, but that one was already done, haha. Vulcan: ^^; "I'm not one for originality..." *takes off his shirt* "Doc, how's the mech going?" -elsewhere- Black Star: *bite marks along his arm* -____-;;; *tosses a blood packet into a cooler* naho: sorry about last night. q.q Black Star: "It's fine. People get hungry. Hunger makes people do...things. Like biting people's arms..." naho: hehe ^^; Sakuya: "I guess we better stick to 'frozen dinner' for now..." *sips on a blood packet* -elsewhere- Giriko: *deep inhale* anna: O^O~? Giriko: *looks at Anna...smiles* "Sorry, kiddo...Just thinking about your...sister." anna: *seems she wants up* Giriko: *picks her up* "Like getting higher, huh?" -the door opens- arachne:.... Giriko: "...Arachne?" arachne:...*wipes tears as she takes a hold of anna* -a young lady enters the room- malaria:.....h-hey...dad. 7.7; Giriko: "..." Q~Q "..." *sniff* *waves Anna's hand at Malaria* "H-Hi..." anna: ^u^ malaria:...so this is my sister, huh? arachne: *nods* Giriko: "...This is Anna...Evangaline...This is your sister..." malaria:...*smiles slightly* hey kiddo. anna: eevee! eevee! Giriko: *sobbing* malaria:...hehe. *picks her up* arachne: *holding her daughters* Giriko: *big hug* -elsewhere- Yohei: *patting Toru's back* toru: *hic* =3= Yohei: "It'll be okay...Just let it out..." *rubs along his back* -elsewhere- atsushi: zzzzzz ???: hey. atsushi: hmm? -he's the only one in the room- atsushi: ???? *shrugs* *Text message light on his phone is blinking* atsushi: ??? *looks at phone* *Message from Kunikida* [busy work day. need you to keep an eye on dazai. don't let him do anything stupid(er than usual)] atsushi: *nods and gets up to get changed* ???: dont forget your grocery list. atsushi: ah, right. *puts that in his pocket and heads out*...... o.o wait....who the hell? *looks around. no one.* 0-0; Kyouka: *still asleep* "Zzz..." atsushi: *nudge* kyouka? time to wake up. Kyouka: *swings her arm up* "Nfff..." atsushi: .....*TICKLE ATTACK* Kyouka: o\\\\\o *swinging her arms, giggling* "St-Stop! This is t-t-t-tortuHA HA HA HA!" atsushi: success! Kyouka: =_= "Mean." -elsewhere- Tsukiyo: "What's on their training agenda today?" fang-hua: looks like an obstacle course... Tsukiyo: "Neat! I bet the Commander laid all kinds of traps." Victor: *suddenly pops up next to Fang-Hua* "But Shinra and the others will handle them!" fang-hua: GAH! O-O Tsukiyo: *ducks behind Fang-Hua* "Wh-Where did _you_ come from?" Victor: "The 8th! And I know even more difficult obstacles you should add to this course..." fang-hua: ^^; t-thats ok, really. Victor: *pouts, puts away bag of cartoonish-looking bombs* "Fine..." -3- Tsukiyo: "..." *whispers* "Dude is obviously evil." -elsewhere- Chuuya: *whistling* higuchi: morning. Chuuya: "Oh, hey! Feeling better?" higuchi: i think so. 7///7; Chuuya: "Well that's good." *smiles* "Happy to have you back at work." higuchi: well, cant be distracted now, right? Chuuya: "..." *nods* "Yeah...That's a challenge." -elsewhere- Yumi: "How did it go?" lord death: it was a success! huzzah! Yumi: *smiles* "Good. I would like a report." -elsewhere- Gopher: *tossing a ball at the wall* kirika: *got the bat out* ok, lets do this shit. kotone: *has the catcher's mit* Gopher: "Okay...Keep your eye on the ball!" *prepares...throws--* kirika: *glint* -KRRRACK- -right onto the roof- Gopher: *blink* "..." *summons wings* "I'll get it!" kotone: ....*light pout* -elsewhere- Jun: "Another vampire attack...Where did this one come from?" yumikage: around port town train station. Jun: "Let's head out that way, pick up clues." yumikage: *nods* hyakuya: .... -elsewhere- Shima: "Man...Dad and bros are pissed, we may have a traitor around..." madoka: that sounds pretty bad. izumo: that's because it is bad. unagi: *staaaaaare* Shima: *whispers* "And I keep feeling like someone is staring at me..." madoka: o.o~? Shima: *whispers* "Help me! I think someone is going to hurt me..." -elsewhere- Fitzgerald: "21...22...I'm three dollars short." -elsewhere- Mori: *loud screaming* kouyou: ?? Mori: "I stubbed my toe!" TT~TT kouyou: how unfortunate. Mori: "And that stupid new secretary still isn't here yet..." kouyou: give the dear some time... Mori: *grumbles* "What else can go wrong?" -elsewhere- Anya: *walking back with groceries* licht: oh look hyde, it's your girlfriend. Hyde: O\\\\O *punches Licht's arm* "Dude, not so loud!" Anya: "L-Licht! H-Hi..." licht: hey anna. Anya: -\\\\- " 'Anya'--" Hyde: "Her name is Anya!" *smiles at Anya* "May I help you with your groceries~?" Anya: "...I'm fine." *smiles at Licht* "And how are you?" licht: as well as always, an angel is always fine. Anya: *swoons, falling back into Hyde's arms* "As you wish~" Hyde: .\\\\. *catches her* "..." *pushes her along towards her destination* romina: *in a red whale suit* well aint they just an entertaining bunch? julian: *in a pink whale suit* i suppose so... Anya: .___. "...Are those people in whale suits?" licht: yes. they're with us. Hyde: "Yo, help Anya with her groceries..." -elsewhere- Akutagawa: "..." *looks outside* -fairly nice weather out today- Akutagawa: "..." ("Maybe a walk...") *stands and exits the building...* ???: just this for today Akutagawa: "???" -atsushi was purchasing something from a street vendor- Akutagawa: owo;;;; *sneaks through shadows towards street vendor* atsushi: *walking back to the agency* ???: be on your guard. you got someone tailing you. atsushi: ?!?! *turns to look* *No one is there* atsushi: aaaah! who are you and what do you want from me?! -no reply- atsushi: *running back* Akutagawa: *following in the shadows* ("Where is he going...?") -he went back to the agency building- Akutagawa: "..." *pouts* ("I should have talked to him...") -phone rings- Akutagawa: "???" *looks at the phone* -its a text- Akutagawa: *reads* -text from tachihara; yo akutagawa, where u @?- Akutagawa: [out for a walk] -elsewhere- Montgomery: *sighs* "Slow lunch hour..." -elsewhere, at school- Meme: *humming while writing a note* girl: *writing a letter* 'dearest mother, father, and brother. death city is just as i imagined it to be and then some. i look forward to beginning my school years here. perhaps i will meet our other brother here as well, as he did say he was living here now.' *she smiles* Meme: *glances* "Pardon me? I forgot to bring more paper..." -elsewhere- Giriko: TTwTT "I'm glad you're back..." -elsewhere- Kid: *holding his head* -elsewhere- Benimaru: "I said dodge." *launches another fire blast* -elsewhere- Akitaru: "Any updates from our trainees?" -elsewhere- Anya: "Well, thanks for dropping me off..." romina: aint a problem! Anya: "...The whale suits are cute." licht: it was kranz' idea. Anya: *smiles at Licht* "Really? I thought it may have been yours..." licht: i helped. Anya: "I knew it!" *pats his shoulder* -elsewhere- Vulcan: TT_TT -elsewhere- Ranpo: *spinning a top on his desk* atsushi: im back! Ranpo: "Did you bring back novels?!" Dazai: "Food?!" Kunikida: "Your paperwork?" atsushi: got everything right here. i even got extra urinal cakes. dont know why. Kunikida: "...Okay, that's an odd detail." ._.; atsushi: yeah, a voice in my head told me.....am i sick? Kunikida: "?!!!" Dazai: "...Did the voice tell you where I can find that special someone?" Ranpo: *pulls out notepad* "Did it tell you under which floor board is the sound of the beating heart?" atsushi: uhhh....nooo? ._.; Kunikida: "But you shouldn't be hearing a voice...Perhaps the doctor should check on you." -elsewhere- Sid: *checking security codes* -something watches from a hole in the wall- Sid: *taps keypad, opening a safe in the wall* yana: ?? Sid: *removes a set of files to reach for a small box, opening it to drop in what looks like a stone...* yana: oh? *Sid's phone rings...He locks the stone in the box, then locks the safe again and departs* -elsewhere- Free: "I'm back..." eruka: hey free. *smiles* Free: "Yo." *holds up bag* "Got the ice cream and the rest on your list." eruka: thanks. ^^ Free: "Feeling better?" -elsewhere- tsugumi: there's a new student living in the dorms now! Anya: "Oh?" tsugumi: yeah, she came here all the way from virginia! mio: then again, people come here from all over the globe, you and i included... Meme: "And Anya..." Anya: -____-;; Meme: "Did she move in okay?" tsugumi: i think so. seems she's used to the death city way of life already. she's even sending out messenger bats! Anya: "...That's not creepy in the least..." -elsewhere- Chuuya: "Anyone up for a drink?" -elsewhere- Mr. Tsubaki: *in fox form, watching the 8th* "???" -elsewhere- FD: *asleep at his keyboard* *snoring* zoey: *asleep with her head on his lap like a dog* yana:...that's f*cked up. FD: *snort* "H-Huh...?" *spots Yana* "...Yo." -morning- Rin: *yawns, exiting his room* madoka: *yaaaawn* morning... Rin: *smiles, waves* "Morning...Sleep okay?" madoka: yeah. mrs suguro let me borrow some sleeping clothes. Rin: "...Surprised she wears anything when sleeping..." madoka: ^^; Rin: "Glad she's looking out for you, though. How's training?" shura: *looks shocked* they are similar....how the fuck....how are they like that? *muttering* Rin: "??? Um...Shura? What's up?" shura: IDIDNTDOANYTHINGIMFINEOKAYJEEZ!! madoka: o,o; -elsewhere- Kid: *tossing in bed...* stocking: *hug* Kid: *eyes break open, as he makes a loud gasp...he sees her...he steadies his breath but shivers* stocking: shhh, its ok... Kid: *nod nod* "S-Sorry...A dream..." -elsewhere- atsushi: seems we have another pre-class today. Kyoka: "Oh. What is on the agenda?" atsushi: just more looking around. ???: also your friend kunikida has a birthday tomorrow, so make sure to get him something. Kyoka: "Very well. It will help to know where all classes are..." atsushi: right. Kyoka: "...Is your mind on something else?" atsushi: we need to pick something up for kunikida's birthday. Kyoka: "Oh. Forgot." Montgomery: *walking through the hall* ???: look alive kid, your girlfriend's outside. atsushi: e-EH?! o////o Montgomery: "Yo, Tiger!" atsushi: good morning lucy! Montgomery: "Hey." *looks at Kyoka* "...Snow Girl." Kyoka: "Doll Girl." Montgomery and Kyoka: *stare* atsushi: so, are you coming to classes with us today? owo; Montgomery: "Yeah, got roped into it. Wonder what my homeroom is..." -in class- girl: ..... Kyoka: "???" atsushi: *listening to the lesson* Montgomery: *writing a note...* Teacher: "That led to the arrest of the head of the crime family..." atsushi: *writing down notes* Montgomery: *sighs, staring at the wall* "..." Teacher: "And who knows who took over the crime family?" atsushi: *raising head* the former head of the port town mafia. Teacher: "Correct! Your name, please?" atsushi: atsushi nakajima, ma'am! -silence- atsushi:.....*sweats* Teacher: o__o "...Aren't you..." atsushi:....*ahem* *sits back down* carry on. ._.; Montgomery: *whispers* "They seemed...surprised." atsushi: *trying to focus on studying, embarrassed* Kyoka: *whispers at Montgomery* "Stop bothering him and study yourself." Montgomery: >___< -at lunch- girl: excuse me....i heard you tell fortunes? Kana: "Indeed." girl: do you think there is a chance of me finding love in this town? Kana: *holds out two cards* "Choose." girl: *she picks one* Kana: *holds out...the Lovers* girl: the lovers card! Kana: "Fortune smiles upon you." girl: *beaming* how will i know what they look like? Kana: "Be observant of the signs.” girl: i shall! Kana: "Good luck with your endeavors. Beware of false signs..." girl: *nods* Kyoka: *eating* =w= ???: you've been doing a good job, looking after her. atsushi: (thank you, mysterious voice in my head) ???: you've gotten used to it, i see. atsushi: (well, i've had all sorts of crazy shit happening to me this summer? so why not add schizophrenia to the list?!) ???: im no stranger to sarcasm, kid. Montgomery: "You going to finish those fries, Atsushi?" atsushi: oh, um. did you want any? Montgomery: "Yeah..." girl: *staring at her glass, observing the tea leaves* Kyoka: "??? Is the tea that good?" girl: hmm? oh, yes. im just doing some tea leaf reading. Kyoka: "...I never get to do that." girl: hopefully by doing this, i will be able to find love in this town. Kyoka: "Oh. You're one of those." girl: oh? one of what? Kyoka: "Love-obsessed teeny-boppers." atsushi: kyouka! D8 girl: eh? Kyoka: *sips her own tea* =_= Montgomery: *suppressing a laugh* atsushi: ^^; dont mind her. she can be blunt, but she's actually really nice. Kyoka: -_-# "I am positively delightful." girl: ^^;....ah! something's coming up! girl: a notebook... 'ADA'. atsushi: ah! right! we have to get kunikida his gift! girl: may i accompany you? Kyoka: "...???" atsushi: um...sure? i guess? Montgomery: "..." Kyoka: "..." Montgomery and Kyoka: "We're going, too." -and so- Kunikida: "...Shouldn't you be in school?" atsushi: classes finished up for today. girl: *glances at the notebook* !! Kunikida: "...Why are there more of you students now then the ones who left?" *counts Atsushi and Kyoka...then sees Montgomery* "Oh, you're here, too." Montgomery: -_____- girl: .////. Kunikida: "??? Why is there another student here, Atsushi? Who is she?" atsushi: she's a new student at the school. Kunikida: "So, you're bringing your new friends to work now?" atsushi: well. girl: i insisted sir! .////. Kunikida: "...'Sir'? Who are you?" girl: just call me rowena. ranpo: atsushiiii did you bring snacks? oh, did ya add another girl to your harem? atsushi: IT'S NOT A HAREM! D8> Kyoka: "..." *pulling out a knife* Montgomery: >\\\\\< "Shut your stupid face, Detective!" girl: i have no interest in this boy. mr kunikida though.... *small blush* ranpo: wait a sec, something seems familiar here.....hmmmmm....hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm......*glasses out* oho! so that's who she is! rowena: eh? ranpo: yeah, she's none other than- *The door slams open--crushing someone* Poe: "RANPO! The new book--it is finished!" ranpo: dude, i was in the middle of something! rowena: ??... !!! Poe: "But what could you be in the middle of that is less important than...than..." *spots Rowena...and drops the book on the foot of whoever he crushed with the door* atsushi: *YELP* OW! kirako: O.O atsushi are you alright? Kyoka and Montgomery: *glaring at Poe--Kyoka has a knife, Montgomery has taken a stapler from Kunikida's desk* Poe: *ignoring them* "R-Ro-Rowen-Rowen-a-a-a-a-a?!" rowena: brother?! atsushi:....wait what? Kyoka: "???" Montgomery: "!!! Is this like a soap opera?" ranpo: yeah, i was about to say she's poe's lil sis.....*stares at poe* ya ruined it. ya ruined the moment, moment ruiner. atsushi: *looks* huh, they do look kinda similar...sorta. Poe: Q~Q "It-It's not my fault, Ranpo! She's my sister! Of course I'm going to greet her." *beat* *looks at her* "Hi." rowena: i heard you were in the city, but i didnt think i'd see you this soon. how's karl? Poe: owo "Well! I left him at work with his new friend--" --Elsewhere-- Jacqueline: "I'M GOING TO KILL HIM!" --Elsewhere-- Poe: "...She likes him." rowena: oh? where are you working these days? kirako: *already getting the tea out* Poe: "Library. You're starting school here?" rowena: *she nods* -elsewhere- Bakugo: *his arm is in a sling* -____-; mrs bakugo: who did you piss off this time? Bakugo: "He tried to take my lunch money...If you think I look bad, you should see how he looks." -elsewhere- Relan: *kicking at the scarecrow* "Take that! And that! And that!!!" shinra: you're doing great! Relan: .w. *turns, looks* "Thanks! I think--" *the scarecrow bounces back, knocking down Relan* fang-hua: careful, there's rebound on those. shinra: rel! are you ok? Relan: *stunned, nose bleeding just a bit* "...Yeah." shinra: *giving him some tissues* Relan: "Thanks..." *smiles at Shinra* "At least I didn't cry this time..." shinra: *smiles* im proud of you. Relan: "...Okay, now you're going to make me cry." ^^ tamaki: ugh, get a room. shinra: *glares at tamaki* -elsewhere- atsushi: so miss, rowena? what brings you to start classes at the DWMA. rowena: i've been hoping to expand my horizons beyond the schoolings of my tutors. im also hoping to learn more on literature and the occult. ranpo: wow, she really is like her bro. Poe: ^^ "So proud." rowena: ^^ i've been staying at the girl's dormitory. still unpacking my belongings. i was actually planning on visiting you once i settled in. anything new happen to you recently? Poe: "Aside from working at the library? Well, I worked for a guild for a bit. Capture a few people in my book--" yosano: -_-; rowena: ah yes, i think you mentioned this 'guild' in your letters home. ranpo: wait, people still write letters? Poe: "IT IS A DELICATE ART!" atsushi: *sweatdrop* Poe: *ahem* "Sister, were these people kind to you?" rowena: *she nods* the boy though...ive started to notice an aura around him. atsushi: a what now? Poe: "Oh, you're picking up on something?" rowena: perhaps you've been hearing something? atsushi: i have been hearing a weird voice in my head...why? rowena: oho! it just so happens i brought this with me! *pulls a small ouija board from her bag* atsushi:.....what is that? Poe: "Ouija board. Rowena is very good with them." atsushi: ._.; (thinking: is their whole family like this?) Kunikida: *closes the blinds, turns off the lights* rowena: is there anyone here? -the planchette moves to 'yes'- Kyoka: "Ooooooo..." atsushi: are you going to kill me? -it moves to 'no'- Kyoka and Montgomery: *sigh of relief* atsushi: just who are you? - 'O-D-A-S-A-K-U' - atsushi: odasaku? Poe: "??? Huh..." Kunikida: "!!!" rowena: is that all you wanted to know? atsushi: yeah.... -after finishing the session, and poe and rowena left- atsushi: odasaku....who even is that? Kunikida: "...God." atsushi: are you telling me im having religious voices in my head? Kunikida: "You don't know the name of the former head of the Mafia?" atsushi: O_O;;;; Kunikida: "Well, that's not who Odasaku was." Montgomery: *falls out of her chair* "THEN WHY DID YOU SAY IT?!" atsushi: so who was this person? Kunikida: "A Mafia hitman...and Dazai's friend." atsushi: ...oh....where is dazai right now? Kunikida: "Out on an errand..." atsushi:.....should i tell him? Kunikida: "...Gauge how he's feeling. I think this will be a bit much for him..." atsushi:...*nods*....i think...you and this odasaku would have gotten along well. Kunikida: "???" atsushi:....*shakes head* just a feeling, i guess. *The door is kicked open* atsushi: ?! Dazai: "Hello!" *he has a hand print on his face* atsushi: O-O; DID YOU GET THE DOLL?! Dazai: "Nope! This hot woman was really into me! Then I suggested the suicide pact and she slapped me! Best day ever!" atsushi: *sweatdrop* *facepalm* odasaku: glad to see his eye is doing better. Dazai: "So, what's up?” atsushi: how's your eye? Dazai: "??? ...Fine? I mean, I should buy some drops..." *blinks* atsushi: .....well, its getting pretty late now. Dazai: "Eh, not that late. Bars are still open..." atsushi: ....im not really of drinking age. Dazai: "Hmm...Guess I got paperwork to finish anyway..." *sits at Kunikida's desk* -elsewhere- Akutagawa: "Where to next?" higuchi: we had some vagrants hiding out in one of our storehouses. mori asked us to clear them out. Akutagawa: "Doesn't sound too difficult..." *walks ahead of her* higuchi:...*inhales, then sighs* Akutagawa: "...It's still on your mind." higuchi: ryunosuke? Akutagawa: "What you had asked me...about any attraction I could have for you." higuchi: ..... Akutagawa: "I'm sorry that at this time I cannot reciprocate." higuchi:....right...*frowns* Akutagawa: "...Can we still work together?" higuchi: of course. that's what partners do, right? *faint smile* Akutagawa: *nods* "I will watch your back..." -elsewhere- Benimaru: "You were less horrible than yesterday." shinra: thank you....i think. kirei: i brought over some daifuku for everyone. Arthur: *bumps all over his head* X___X shinra: OuO thank's ma'am! Relan: *nods* "Thank you..." kirei: ^^ *small fox following...* shinra: ?? hey lil guy. Fox: ^^ *nods* -elsewhere- Chuuya: *sips* gin: .... Chuuya: "??? Something on your mind?" gin:.....made plans for later today. Chuuya: "Good plans?" gin:....you could say that. Chuuya: *smiles* "Glad to hear. You seem so busy with work all the time." gin:...*phone buzzes* that's my cue to go now. later. Chuuya: "Oh. Well, see ya..." Q: one shot'a whisky please! Chuuya: "?!!! Oh, no you don't!" bartender: *hands a refil of wine to chuuya, and gives Q one shot of orange juice.* Q: TnT *sips* Chuuya: *nods* "Thank you." *slips a $20 tip* -elsewhere- Bon: *tossing stones over the pond* madoka: so this is the inari shrine? konekomaru: *nods* madoka: wow! *taking pics* Rin: "Neat! Um...Can we take pictures here?" izumo: its fine. its a popular tourist destination, after all Shima: "Who all works here?" -elsewhere- Kid: *sets down a milkshake with two straws* stocking: hehe~ Kid: *smiles* "I know it's corny..." stocking: still, it's adorable. just like you~ Kid: ^\\\\^ "I added the crunched chocolate, too. And homemade syrup..." stocking: *smooooooch~* Kid: "!!!" *smooch* stocking: love you~<3 Kid: "Love you, too..." *sip on milkshake* -elsewhere- Belkia: *hanging upside down in a strait jacket* "...Okay. Lower me into the pirhana tank." -elsewhere, in the middle of the night- Dazai: "..." *sips his water, looking at the sky* -looks like rain soon- Dazai: "...And me without an umbrella..." Chuuya: *walking around the corner* Dazai: "...Chuuya?" Chuuya: "..." *doesn't look at him, but stops walking* "..." Dazai: "...You look shorter." Chuuya: "...You're still an asshole." Dazai: "...Want a drink? Chuuya: "..." *feels raindrop hits his nose* "..." -soon, the raindrops start falling- Chuuya: "..." *hunches his shoulders...shivers* Dazai: "...Get inside. Come on. I know where the good stuff is that Kunikida hides..." Chuuya: "..." Dazai: "..." *pulls him inside* -inside the building- Dazai: "Pull up a seat!" Chuuya: *lies on the couch* Dazai: "..." *sighs* "Sit up...Brandy will help you out." -everyone else has gone home for the day- Dazai: *pulls out Kunikida's bottle, pours two for him and Chuuya* "...Rain's coming down hard." Chuuya: *takes the glass* "Always does." Dazai: "..." *sips* "...Hey. Remember that night, when the building lost power?" Chuuya: "...Could see the stars all throughout town." Dazai: *sips* "It was pretty. Never got to see that in cities..." Chuuya: "...That was a different time." Dazai: *drops himself on the couch, leaning back* "Doesn't have to be..." Chuuya: "???" Dazai: *holds a remote, presses a button...and little bits of light appear on the ceiling* Chuuya: "???" Dazai: *smiles* "Star projector. Wanted to use it tomorrow to torture Kunikida." Chuuya: "...Shut up and look at the stars." *sips the brandy* Dazai: *smirks* -elsewhere- -a small mouse is roaming through the DWMA records room- yana: lets see what we got here.... ???: "Akane, come on! That's not fair!" yana: hmm? -the small mouse hides out of sight- akane: oho~ jealous much? Clay: "Not even! I just don't think it's fair to me when I have to do more of the work..." yana: ... Clay: "Can't you take this shift? What kind of date do you even have?" akane: family obligations. Clay: "..." *sighs* "Fine. Go. I'll take over." akane: i'll pay you back then. *smiles and exits* Clay: *grumbles, sits at desk...taps his fingers* 5-L: *observing* Clay: *pulls out a file* "Don't know what Sid intends to do with the stone...But if the witches knew about it..." yana: *raises a brow* Clay: "They'd lose it...A stone that transmutes..." yana:....hmmm.... Clay: *sighs, leans back in chair--and falls out* "Ow!" yana: *snickers* Clay: *looks around* "...I hope no one saw that..." yana: hehehe... <what a yutz> -elsewhere- Konro: "How was training?" kabuki: they're improving, little by little. Konro: "That's good to hear...Who do you think is coming along the most?" kabuki: they all are, in their own ways. though young yu and miss kotatsu seem to have the most experience. Konro: "While Shinra, Arthur, and Relan have a bit to go..." kabuki: *nods* miss hirano as well. Konro: "Hmm...Is the Commander pushing them too far?" -elsewhere- Kyoka: "Odd experience." atsushi: ....not sure how all i feel about today... Kyoka: "It is a weighty responsibility. Sleep may help present answers." atsushi:...ok... *laying down, feeling drained and numb* ..... *staring up at the ceiling* Kyoka: "...Good night." *turns off the lights* atsushi:....night......*still staring up at the ceiling, watching as car lights drive past the window, casting lights on the ceiling* ...... Kyoka: *crawls into her bed...* "Zzz..." atsushi:.......*glancing over at his calendar* <"Kunikida's Birthday" is marked on the calendar> atsushi:....*glances up* atsushi:......*drifting off to sleep* -elsewhere- Akutagawa: *snores* gin: *entering the house, quietly* Akutagawa: *asleep on the couch, turns over* -dazai's apartment- Dazai: =w= *pushes the door, enters* "Sleepy bed time..." -no reply- Dazai: *collapses on bed, hugging his pillow* "So soft..." -morning- Sakuya: *making pancakes* naho: can i have rabbit shaped? OuO Sakuya: *smiles* "On it!" *starts molding one* Higan: *yawn* -elsewhere- Chuuya: *looking up at the ceiling* "..." mito: *laying on his chest* zzzz Chuuya: "..." *pets Mito* "Be nice to see stars again..." mito *purrs* Chuuya: *smiles* "..." ("I miss you, Mito...") -elsewhere- Arthur: *bruised and bloodied* x___x tamaki: D8> Arthur: "He's stronger than he looks..." @~@ "How did he block with just his bare hands...?" shinra: years of training i guess. Arthur: TT~TT "Merlin was born old and aged backwards, so that when he was my physical age he was already of immense power...Why can't I..." Relan: *whispers* "He thinks...Merlin is a real person..." *facepalm* shinra: i think he might have special needs....maybe. Relan: "...I shouldn't be making fun of him, then..." Arthur: *sits up* "...Maybe...*groan* some food..." -elsewhere- Bon: *sitting alone* konekomaru:....bon? i got you some taiyaki. Bon: "...Thanks." *takes it...slowly eats* konekomaru:....you ok? Bon: "...What the hell was Dad thinking?" konekomaru: im not sure.... Bon: "I feel like I should have seen this coming..." konekomaru: maybe he has a reason? Bon: "A reason to hide all of this from me? From you?" konekomaru: ....i dont know. Bon: "...Next time I talk with Dad...I'm finding out what he's hiding." -elsewhere- Poe: ^^ karl: ouo~? Poe: "Guess who's back, Karl?" karl: o.o~? Poe: "Rowena!" karl: OuO *tail wagging* Poe: "And we'll be meeting for lunch! And you're coming!" *claps his hands* karl: ^o^ -elsewhere- Stein: "How are you feeling?" patient: better now. *streeetch* Stein: "Good. Appendicitis is no fun. Glad we got to you in time." *holds up appendix in jar* patient: =u= *faints* Stein: "...Huh. Most people like seeing their infected organs removed." -elsewhere- Hyde: *juggling balls* -elsewhere- Kid: "...Where did my suits go?" kirika: dont you have like, 7 billion? *wearing one of said suits. with one of the sleeves ripped off* Kid: "I have 888, all of which are missing, and you just happen TO BE WEARING ONE OF THEM WITH THE SLEEVE RIPPED OFF!" kirika: relax, they're being pressed. Kid: "...Oh. ...I assume symmetrically?" kirika: yeah yeah. Kid: "...Thank you. I am sorry for yelling at you." kirika: eh, im used to it. Kid: "...I...don't think you should be..." kirika: nyeh? Kid: "I mean, yelling at someone is...rude. And it was unwarranted for me to do so." kirika: i guess...then again, i do mess with you a lot. but that's just the kind of person i am, i guess. *shrugs* Kid: "I didn't grow up with siblings...Maybe such antagonism and teasing is something I would have been used to if I grew up with one." kirika:......yeah....i guess.....then maybe you wouldnt be such a hardass either~ Kid: "...I suppose not." ^^# -elsewhere- Anya: "Hmm...Where is it..." ao: looking for something? Anya: "I must have lent it...I had a pen that someone borrowed..." ao: oh? what does it look like? Anya: "It has a bear topper...White." ao: oh, a polar bear? Anya: "I...suppose so." -elsewhere- Black Star: *passes out sodas* -elsewhere- Benimaru: "...Do you think I'm being too difficult on them?" fang-hua: maybe just a smidgeon. Tsukiyo: *snort* " 'Smidgeon.' You sound like an old person..." Konro: "Maybe direct the lessons...?" fang-hua: me? o.o; Tsukiyo: *nod nod* Benimaru: "It may help. Get Arthur to wake up--he's been passed out." Tsukiyo and Konro: ("Because you keep clubbing him in the head...") -_-;; -elsewhere- -pop pop- atsushi: happy birthday, kunikida! Kunikida: *has a party hat put on him by Dazai* "...I said no parties. Why did you allow this, Brat?" atsushi: well, we all wanted to do this. Kunikida: "...Thanks. I'll take a present now." -elsewhere- Giriko: *holding out muffins* -elsewhere- Meme: *looks at 3DS* "What you have on there?" -elsewhere- lana: *sorting files* *someone rings the hotel bell* lana: yes? may i help yo- Higan: "We'd like a room." lana: ah, right this way. -elsewhere- Hibana: *picks up the bed* gabriella: *vacuuming under it* Hibana: "Really got to teach our little princess not to roll cereal under the bed..." -elsewhere- Mori: *puts on his doctor's coat* elise: come oooon we're gonna be laaaate >n< Mori: "I'm hurrying~" ^^ *follows* "Ready?" elise: ^u^ *nods* Mori: "We'll finish our errands--but first, I needed to--" ???: HEY BOSS MAN! maaay have crashed your car. Mori: .____.;;;;; "...What?" naoya: *chewing gum* yeeeah, driving isnt my strong suit. Mori: "...My beautiful car!" Q~Q "HOOOOW?!" naoya: long story short, i suck at driving. *blowing a bubble* whups. Mori: *turning red* "...I am GOING TO PULL THE MONEY FOR THAT CAR OUT OF YOUR ASS!" naoya: and maybe you can pull your head out of yours. elise: *snickering* Mori: "HOW DARE YOU TALK TO ME LIKE THAT! I COULD FIRE YOU!" naoya: seems you could use all the help you could get after the robo incident. or would'ya rather send be back with the black lizard? Mori: "..." *grumbles* "Just...Just get back to work..." naoya: *shrugs and does so* -elsewhere- Sakuya: *looking under the sink* "Yuck...Looks like pipe is breaking..." tsubaki: i'll call a plumber in then. Sakuya: "Good plan. I--" Belkia: "I can fix it!" -elsewhere- Emine: *his feet are sticking up...out of the backyard* -elsewhere- Iida: *rotating his shoulder* mama iida: how are you feeling, tenya? Iida: "Sore. Work-out was a bit more than expected." -elsewhere- Yumi: D: "Shiori! shiori: ^o^ *covered in peanut butter* Yumi: "...Okay, first--" *takes out phone, snaps pics* "Second, I'm figuring out who let you get into that. And third, bathtime." shiori: ^u^ Yumi: *picks up Shiori* "Ugh...And I'm going to need to put my clothes in the washer..." -elsewhere- Dazai: =w= "So much cake..." yosano: *has tucked kenji in* Kenji: *smiles in his sleep* Kyoka: *sipping punch* -u- odasaku: glad to see dazai didnt try to piggyback ride anyone this time. atsushi: i guess. ^^; Kunikida: "You say something?" atsushi: hmm? just thinking. ^^;; Kunikida: *nods* "..." *opens his notebook* atsushi:....*notices dazai exiting* dazai? Dazai: *freezes, looks over* "...Wha?" atsushi: heading out? Dazai: "Well, I didn't want to be the guy who's the last to leave the party..." atsushi: ah....going anywhere in particular or... Dazai: "Just...off to see someone." atsushi: ....is this a private thing or....? Dazai: "... No..." atsushi: did you want me to go with you? Dazai: "...Whatever." *starts to leave* atsushi:......*follows* Dazai: *leads him...to cemetery* atsushi:...... odasaku:....... Dazai: *approaches tombstone* "...Hey." atsushi:....*stomach drops* -Sakunosuke Oda- odasaku:.... Dazai: "Lying down on the job, huh?" atsushi: *just standing there* Dazai: "Ha ha...J-Just kidding...Sorry I didn't get here last week. Things get crazy..." atsushi:....*shaking slightly* Dazai: "...Crazy that I feel like you're here right now...But that's just my protégé back there--" *thumbs at Atsushi* atsushi: *tears falling* Dazai: *looks back* "??? ...Atsushi?" atsushi: !! *wipes eyes* d-dont mind me... Dazai: "..." *smiles, pats the tombstone, as if putting a hand on a shoulder* "See? He'd be lost without me." atsushi: ..... Dazai: "...I miss you. I'm sorry." atsushi:....*hug* dazai...i think....he's proud of you. Dazai: "..." *sniff* atsushi:.... odasaku:....*pats dazai's shoulder*....*small smile* Dazai: *slight shiver at the touch, turning around* "???" -its only atsushi there- Dazai: "...Weird..." atsushi:..this...*gulp* this a friend of yours? Dazai: "...The best." atsushi: ....ah... Dazai: "..." *pulls out a small set of flowers...* atsushi: .... Dazai: "...Hey, Atsushi. You hungry?" atsushi:...a little... Dazai: "Let's go to a diner..." *pats the tombstone* "Until next time..." odasaku:...*smiles* you're doing a good job, dazai. atsushi:.....*follows him, looking at gravestones. including one that reads 'Mito 'Rain' Kosaka'* Dazai: *stops at that one* "...He's hanging on, Mito." atsushi: ?? Dazai: *pats Atsushi* "Come on..." atsushi: ..... *follows* -elsewhere-

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