#spirit. is actually struggling to hold him. he CAN just not as long as Stein would like

[beeejayy]

Stein should be held I think

[wispforever]

if youre still doing the character thing, how about spirit or marie?

I sure am. How about Spirit And Marie? Both wonderful characters. I’ll do Marie first, then Spirit. Thanks for the excuse to infodump, really. You people are too kind.

Marie Mjolnir

My first impression of Marie was the same impression I get of most female characters in anime. It’s either “why do their clothes have to look like that” or “oh god here comes the obligatory sexist heteronormative romance”. For Marie, it was more of the second. They mention in the same episode she’s introduced that Stein is her “first love”, which told me that if she had a large place in the plot, her assigned male counterpart around which to orbit would be him. Though I’ve never read the Soul Eater manga, I believe they do end up getting together there (I could be wrong). Whatever the case, I was relieved that Marie’s and Stein’s relationship (though heavily implied to be romantic, at least on Marie’s side) was left open to interpretation in the anime. I’m just very sick of cool badass female characters like Marie being reduced to the man they pine after. So, I guess my first impression of Marie and my impression of her now are largely the same. While I appreciate the moments we get to see her strengths and ability to operate on her own, I do think that her character really suffers because of the whole sexist “oh gosh all I want is to find a husband and retire” “oh my I have to take care of Stein” like okay, I had enough at the cat girl smothering Soul with her humungo-tits. I had enough at sexualizing underage girls and women in general. I had enough at making sexual harassment a punchline. That being said, when we push all of the shitty writing to the side, I admire Marie for her strength and how she interacts with the children, Crona in particular. Which leads me to my favorite moment(s).

The relationship Crona and Marie have interests me the most, since I’m really drawn to the parallels between Marie and Medusa. As parental figures (and as characters), they’re about as different as you can get. As Crona’s mother, Medusa is obviously abusive. Along with being negligent, she abuses Crona mentally, emotionally, and physically. In general, Medusa is a person who doesn’t appear to value interpersonal relationships, putting it nicely. She instead is more focused on her own interests, often to the detriment of those around her. Crona is Medusa’s only immediate family (besides Arachne who she is estranged from), and so they suffer the most from her refusal to show even a shred of human decency or warmth. They suffer especially because they are her child, meaning they’re stuck with her essentially, and repetivie abuse between family members like a mother and child often becomes complex because of the necessity of having a parental figure in your life to support you as you grow up. Medusa teaches Crona that their boundaries don’t matter and that they are only good as long as they are useful and do as they’re told. This is what makes Marie’s influence on Crona so cool to watch. Marie is caring by nature, loving and nurturing by nature. Her very wavelegnth is healing. She is kind and does what’s right reflexively. Marie is the exact embodiment of what Crona always needed but what, even upon being rescued by the academy, still felt so foreign to them: unconditional love. Crona struggles to understand why the other kids helped them, why Maka felt the inclination to stop their battle and save Crona instead by trying to understand them, why the kids are still so kind to them even after everything. They do not understand that love is not a bargaining chip. It isn’t leverage in an argument. It’s not a tool for emotional manipulation. Love is caring for the people close to you, just because. Love for the sake of love. The other kids and teachers at the academy are the ones who are able to pull Crona out of all Medusa’s lies, and Marie is a Huge part of that. Even though I have greivances with this being the largest part of her character and what that implies for female characters in general, it doesn’t stop being so beautiful to me that she could help Crona heal in this way. Marie = best mom for the win

Most of the story ideas I have for Marie involve her relationship with Crona or Stein. Say, this covers my unpopular opinion too. I don’t like Stein and Marie as a couple, but I really enjoy writing them as friends, because even though I don’t really jive with them being together romantically, I think their dynamic is an interesting one to explore because they Are so different.

Getting into that a little bit more, I’d like to start by saying I don’t care if other people like Stein and Marie being a couple. That’s great doods, keep doing you. The fanart’s adorable, the meta’s fantastic. Whoever you are, SteinMarie shippers, ffs keep kicking ASS. This is just my preference and opinion. Zero shade in this house. That said, because of my frustrations about Marie’s character I discussed in the first paragraph, I don’t like the idea of her and Stein being together romantically. It’s really a classic sexist trope: the troubled man and his sweet nurse. I’m also just fed up in general with the hetero-nonsense, so there. However, they are both wonderful characters that I enjoy very much seperately. Also, I think it’s worth mentioning that I’ve only seen the anime, so I can’t speak for the manga as far as their relationship or Marie’s character in general.

Oh shit I accidentally already talked about this one lmao [see the second paragraph]

One headcanon I like to think about when I’m writing Marie is that she likes women (in addition to men or not) and she struggles with comphet. Just something interesting I like to think about. It’s really fun for me to take characters who have been written as pining or had 10 million failed relationships and be like “say what if they can’t find a husband cuz really what they really need is a wife”. I’ll talk about that more with Spirit inevitably.

Spirit Albarn

My first impression of Spirit, obviously him being a cheater, really came with a lot of distaste. I come from a family that was torn apart by infidelity, among other things, so it really rubs me the wrong way. However, his saving grace for me was that he genuinely loves his daughter. It appears that, whether it’s played for laughs or not, he just can’t find fulfillment in his romantic relationships. The reason is left up to the veiwers. Spirit, ultimately, is not just a shitty person, which is how most cheaters are protrayed in media. “Well, they cheated because they don’t care if they hurt people”, “they cheated because they are shit and that’s it”. That’s a fine explanation if you plan to do nothing with whatever character you’re describing, but Spirit is relatively recurring and is shown to be neither mean-spirited or emotionally unintelligent. It bothers me that his cheating and routine sexist behaviour isn’t taken seriously enough to be a subject that Soul Eater tackles and deals with. But that’s fine. I’ll just do it myself. At any rate, I still feel that same way about Spirit’s character, but I find it intriguing that he seems to genuinely want to become a better father and is actually a pretty good dad when it comes to his interactions with Maka. If Soul Eater had been brave enough to develop him more, maybe delve into the reasoning behind his impulsive romantic affairs, I think Spirit as a character could have been done more justice. It seems to me that he could be suffering from some of that wonderful compulsory heterosexuality that I mentioned before, then becoming confused when the woman he claims to love leaves him feeling empty. Rattling my gay little cage

When I think of my favorite moments with Spirit, I think of his moments with Maka, but I’m gonna hold off on that until I get to favorite relationship(s). In reference to what I talked about in the first paragraph, one moment I find really interesting when I’m thinking about my interpretation of Spirit’s character is the scene where he and Maka are on the roof talking. Maka asks Spirit why he cheated on her mother if he did, in fact, love her. He doesn’t appear to know the answer, and he doesn’t really understand how to effectively communicate that, though he was shitty husband, what he really wants now is to try and be a better dad. We hear his inner monologue, and he says something like “I love you [Maka] and your mama. That’s the truth. That’s the truth. That’s the truth.” Every time he says “its the truth” it sounds more like he’s forcing it. This is actually something that is SO strange to me. Even if I didn’t project a queer narrative on to the characters I love, I would look at this and be like “huh that is a Weird thing to say in that specific way”. Why does he say it like that? Why does he have to say it more than once? He’s only talking to HIMSELF. It isn’t like he’s trying to convince Maka. Why does he have to convince himself?? Could it possibly be because he’s reached a conclusion about his romantic/sexual orientation that he’s been trying to swallow his Entire Life??? makes ya wonder, doesn’t it, queers?

Just like I said when I talked about Stein, most of the stories I have in mind with Spirit center around that sweet gayness. But also, I like to think of ways Spirit could come to terms with his sexuality, how it might have affected him when he was young, his relationship with all these women, with his wife. I love to think about him being a dad at 18 and trying his best, but how much responsibility that must have been. Lots of great ideas when it comes to Spirit.

Um? unpopular opinion would be all the standard like I said with Stein lmao. “Oh no!” scream the heteros, “that they/them on tumblr is making Soul Eater queer we canst not allow that in our church!!!111!” But besides that, maybe even the fact that I think he’s redeemable?? Idk most everyone I’ve met thinks Spirit is funny at least and just calls him a dumbass and a slut (affectionate). Doesn’t mean anybody thinks cheating on your wife 56 times is okay so. I like this fandom, it’s chill here. My favorite is when I see my art tagged like “aw the stupid man and his crazy bf” like YOU ARE RIGHT

My favorite relationship when it comes to Spirit (besides Stein cuz if I start talking about them again I’ll never finish this ask) is the one he has with Maka. If you can call it a relationship lol. I guess I just find Spirit’s approach to Maka as a parent really refreshing. Not that the parents in other shows don’t love their kids or whatever, it’s just that the loving parent always seems to be paired with some other trope that makes their character hard to approach. especially in anime. Like the perfect mother who dies in the first episode, and we spend the rest of the show mourning her. Or the father whose love is somehow everlasting even though he’s never home. It’s really the fact that Spirit is even THERE that I love. He knows what Maka is up to. He talks about her. He’s invested in her life, and he loves her. All he wants is to spend time with her, and though he’s sad when she turns him down, he doesn’t push her. god dammit I just like a dad who actually loves his kids without all the usual strings attached like. oh my kids are a huge pain in my ass, but I love them in spite of it. oh i’m a man so can’t relate to my children in a meaningful way but i try. Get the fuck outta here with that shit. I want all the dads to get so happy when their daughters wanna hang with them that they throw up like Spirit. Give me the guy who loves his daughter so naturally, whose daughter is such a huge part of his life, that it doesn’t even occur to him stop trying even if she literally wants to murder him. That’s Spirit. jfc

To end with a cute little headcanon, I really love to think that when Spirit gets older and starts losing the color in his hair, instead of getting white or grey, his hair turns a pale pink color cuz he’s such an aggressive redhead. Wouldn’t that just be adorable? late 30′s, early 40′s, Spirit starts getting little pink streaks in his hair and then bam. Little pink old man Spirit XD

There ya have it. Thanks for the ask, and feel free to send more.

[kueruzu]

Guess who finally has the confidence to share the drabble they made based on the jumbled up Soul Eater divergence au they made up.

Me!

I do!

So this is a Soul Eater Canon Divergence drabble I did based on an au I randomly conjured up around Maka and Soul doing some “evil” shit.

Please note of something like this exists I had no idea of it!

Trigger/Content Warning:

This includes, Emotional Manipulation, Aggression, Chaining up/Imprisonment depicted (probably/assumably) incorrectly

There was no proof-reading either— Have f u n—

Here we go!

The cell floor hurt. Her legs hurt, again. The dripping water grated her nerves. The lack of things to pull her attention made her unfocused.

But she couldn't complain. She put herself there. She chose to do bad and for that long? It's a miracle Shinigami showed her mercy, even if she had been the one to outsmart his rules and get off without dying.

Was death that bad though? Compared to living in this dirty cell with her meals brought to her and someone coming in to make sure she exercised each day, death seemed like a nice release.

She looked up as the slider at the top of the door in front of her moved. Green eyes peered at her with pity before the door opened. She saw her chance immediately.

Were they dumb enough to send him of all people?

“Maka...”

Apparently so.

She began to struggle back as he approached, crocodile tears welling up.

“Go away! Go away!”

“Maka there’s no need fo-”

“You might as well have gagged me too! I never want to see you again! Go away!”

He kneeled in front of her, still a ways away for her comfort. Still ever the ‘caring’ father.

“You watched them... You let them lock me up...”

“Maka there was nothing I-”

No words or proper syllables came out, just a guttural scream in his face as the tears poured. He kept calm though, his expression was still soft. But she knew he’d crack. She just needed to hurt him more. Just a tad bit more.

“You watched them do it... You helped! You..! You..! You threw me away! You never lo-”

“Maka you know I love you-”

“LIAR!”

His composition began to crumble and internally she smirked. So close. So, so, so close.

“Maka, please...”

“No! You! Mama! Sid! All of you! You all loved it when I went off the deep end huh?! You were all waiting for it! You were so thrilled to get the waste of talent out the academ-”

“MAKA!”

Silence befell them again. Maka’s tears streamed down her cheek. Spirit watched her as tears welled in his eyes. Her head tilted down in shame as Spirit placed down the food he had brought. His hands lifted to cup soft cheeks as his thumbs brushed away the excess tears.

“Maka. I couldn't do anything. You... You did something unspeakable. You... It’s a miracle you weaseled your way out of being on his list... I know it doesn't seem like it but really, I do lo-”

“My arms hurt... Papa my arms hurt...”

In seconds he was leaning over, peppering soft kisses on her cheeks and atop her tears. She hiccuped and sobbed as he did, beginning to struggle in the restraints.

“Papa, Papa my arms hurt. Please, please they hurt a lot. Papa-”

Soon he was shushing her, trying to soothe her to the best of his ability without crossing lines. But she kept crying and struggling and she knew he was right at the edge of his rope. Soon he’d give in. But for now, she accepted the fake affections.

Mama, Sid, Stein, Him, even Shinigami-sama. She hadn’t been lying in her accusations. She knew they were true. She knew they all saw her as weak. She was nothing more than a burden for her team. They must have celebrated when she was gone. Kid, Star, those two must have been elated. She knew it. Deep down she could hear their voices so clearly, each hiding behind those fake words of praise. They either pitied her for being so unbelievably weak or wished she’d simply die in battle so they never had to see her again. All of them did, all of them still do.

Except him. Lord Death bless him, he never thought of her as weak. He saw her as a partner, an equal, his friend, his most prized and treasured person.

And soon she’ll find him again.

“I know it hurts. I know Maka... But soon you’ll get council with Lord Death or I. Then we can discuss the proper punishment. You just... Just need to stop trying to escape...”

She whined and he sighed.

“Just behave..? Please? It hurts. I know it hurts. But if you behave, your council won’t keep getting pushed back..!”

No response came from her. She could almost hear how he fell off the ledge.

“Maka? Maka? Sweetie? Please. Talk to me... I’m sorry..”

And just like that, she wrapped him around her little finger. Just a few more words and she’d be free from these chains.

“Papa...” she watched his face light up as she gently nuzzled against his warm palm, “Papa can you take them off? Can you take them off? The arm and leg cuffs. Please..?”

“Maka you-”

“Daddy please..?”

Like that, he was uncuffing her.

People are so easy with the right words.

Her arms fell to her sides and she shifted her legs. She smiled shakily, looking up at him and sniffling. Seconds after she was engulfed in a hug. Slowly, she hugged back, her arms snaking around his neck and returning the hug. Her head rested on his shoulder as she blabbered her apologies.

Not yet.

She pushed him away gently, trying to stand after the long hours of sitting with little movement. Shakily, she got to her feet, stretching and holding his hands for support. Giggles erupted from her and she looked up at him with a beaming smile.

A bit more.

He let her walk around him, fixing her balance all on her own. Soon enough she was hugging him again, burying her face in his chest. A solemn smile curled on his face when she looked up. He closed his eyes and hugged her against him.

Now.

She pulled away, Spirit still relaxed with their moment. She grabbed his wrists firmly, a quiet hum and escaping him in confusion before she pulled and kneed him in the crotch. With a yelp, he fell forward, the girl taking the opportunity to grab him in an unrelenting chokehold.

It took only a mere 50 seconds to knock him down, what with all his struggling and confusion. Plus, he wouldn’t dare hurt his ‘pride and joy’ of a daughter. She existed in his heart as his little ray of sunshine behind the clouds.

People are so easy with the right tricks.

His body was dropped to the ground with a decisive hum. She grabbed his ID card, the keys for her restraints, two pieces of gum to chew on, and snuck off, hoping to be able to use it in her endeavors.

She crept her way towards the door, peeking out to look through the hallways. Once deducting that the coast was clear she let herself out, silently finding her way to his cell. She popped a piece gum in her mouth as she did, much too happy to enjoy the treat.

They thought putting him far away would affect her soul perception? She could find him in a sea of doppelganger easier than an addict can find their next buzz. Soul was almost like her drug anyway.

After a few minutes of careful walking and dodging other faculty members, she found his cell. After looking through the slider to double-check that it indeed was him, she began to fiddle with the lock.

A few quiet curses slipped before she got it. Why was this whole place so easy?! It’ll like Shinigami-sama made it to cater for children!

The door opened and she hummed.

“Eat shit.”

“That’s no way to talk to me.”

His eyes shot up, widening with understandable confusion. Soon he couldn't deny who stood before him. Just as he realized it wasn’t some sick joke, she lunged.

She hugged him close, a hiss of pain the only response before he nuzzled his face against her hair. She took a deep breath in, enjoying the soft embrace.

When they pulled apart, reluctantly, of course, she began to uncuff him as well.

Soon enough, he was wrapping his arms around her and she was burying her face into his chest once more. Slender pianist fingers carded through blonde strands. Small and calloused hands gripped onto his sides like a lifeline.

“It’s only been like 18 days.”

“Three weeks.”

He nodded at her stern tone. She kept track of each day. Surely she wanted to escape right? Surely she wanted to get out right? Surely she wasn’t going to simply stay here till time ran out right?

“I missed you… Your hugs are warm.”

He chuckled, tucking a stray strand of hair behind her ear.

“Hmm? Then I’ll have to give you more.”

A simple nod, “yes please.”

They both giggled, sighing and laying against each other before Maka stood, trying to get him to stand as well.

Footsteps came before she could.

The door slammed open and she yelped, falling against him instinctively. His arms wrapped around her, holding her to his chest protectively.

“Maka Albarn!”

Sid.

“Wait no!”

Papa?

“She’s good I swear!”

Sod stood in the doorway, managing a menacing glare at the two. While Soul glared back just as angrily, Maka held him like a vice. Actual tears welled up this time. She was so close to some sort of escape! Yet she ruined it with her sentimentality for him. She should have just took off the restraints and had him transform. It wouldn’t have taken so long and she’d probably cover more ground with a big fuckin scythe opposed to just sitting there like a dumbass.

“Sid stop it! She’s not all bad I swear!”

“She knocked you out!”

“We made a deal!”

Sid begrudgingly dropped his glare and stepped back. Spirit walked ahead of him, stopping in front of Maka.

“He-”

“I-I’m sorry. Don’t lock me away again. Please don't lock me away again.”

He sighed, crouching down in front of her. Vague memories of five-year-old her looking up at her cool Papa came to mind before she squashed them.

“I can’t say we won’t. But-”

“You hate me! You really hate me! You want to throw me away into a cell so you never have to see me again!”

“Maka no! I-”

“You’re gonna let him lock me away again! You’re gonna let him lock Soul away again! I bet you told Kid and BlackStar we would be fine! You lied to them too huh?! I-”

“Let him speak!” roared through the cell, abruptly shutting up Maka’s cries and Spirit’s sputters. After Sid’s demand, Spirit fixed his tie and opened his arms for her.

“We can sort this out, Maka. I know you wouldn't have done something like that. You’re your mother’s daughter. You grew up in Death City. You understand why Shibusen is so important. Please, let me help you.”

The room was quiet save for the dripping of water that wasn’t too far off due to a faulty pipe.

Maka glanced at Soul who only motioned with his head for her to move. She tentatively squeezed Soul’s hand before moving away to wrap her arms around Spirit’s neck again. He closed his arms around her torso, hugging her close and standing up straight. He turned to face Sid, smiling and humming as she latched to him. A smug look was thrown at the zombie and Sid sighed.

Spirit’s pained yelp pulled Sod from his relaxation. Maka jumped out his hands as Spirit crumbled. Soul, fixing himself back into position as Maka landed, shot a glare at Sid. Maka darted for the door, hoping to squeeze past him in his momentary shock but she should have known getting past an assassin would be no easy task on her own.

Her arms were grabbed and she was pinned before she could get ahold of what was happening. She squirmed and kicked, screeching about him putting too much pressure and hurting her. He retorted that the only reason she hurt was her own resistance. It didn't stop completely but she calmed.

Soul stood, about to attack Sid when Maka shot him a glare from against the wall. His body stiffened and he bit back the angered insult he was about to throw.

“Spirit this is the fifth time! If she’s so good, why is she so annoying! I wasn't the type of guy to give up but really! Don’t you think this is eno-”

With a hiss, Spirit got to his feet. But he fell over just as quickly. He shook his head, “She’s just-”

“Rebelling? Angry? A teenager? Misguided? Trust me I've heard them all. I've said them all. Spirit I'm taking her to the tighter cells. She already had the same treatment Medusa had but clearly-”

Her scream came out broken and shaken. Granted, that's exactly what she wanted, “Papa!”

Sid pitied the poor man. His daughter could manipulate him easier than Medusa did Crona and he couldn't see it. Love is blind and that doesn't stop when it’s familial.

Spirit ripped his pant leg, tying it around his wound. Soon he began to protest, began to sputter out some retort to make it so Maka wouldn’t be hurt. But both knew how this ended. All four knew despite two struggling against it and two keeping their tongues tied.

“A-Arachne had that moral manipulator, right? Sh-she must have done something to Maka to make her act like this..! Maka... Maka would never!”

Soul rolled his eyes in the background and Sid sighed.

“Spirit. You can’t prove that. Besides. Even if she did, Maka still did those things...”

Spirit sighed dejectedly, sitting down and nodded.

“Ain’t she your daughter? You’re really gonna abandon her like that. You are one messed up geezer-“

“Mr. Eater.”

The shark-toothed weapon looked up with disdain upon hearing his name but his words ceased.

“You’re to be dealt with ne-“

“Soul didn’t do anything!”

And like that, the room was silent for a moment. At least, till she began sputtering just like her father had earlier.

“I-I used the machine on him! H-he didn’t want to follow along with my plans! S-so I manipulated his morals to-“

Soul stepped forward, only stopped by Spirit’s outstretched hand. Maka kept going, looking at her father with some sort of appreciation even if it was small.

“I manipulated his morals to align with mine! A-along with his loyalty and trust! I did it! Please don’t-“

“The hell is wrong with you? Stop lying!”

She twisted and struggled to try and lock eyes with Sid. To an extent she was successful but now the cold stone pressed against her cheek. She whined, her eyes pleading as she continued.

“S-see! With the manipulation his loyalty only amplified! I did everything! I did it all of my own accord and dragged him along!”

“Maka shut up!”

“I take responsibility as the Meister!”

And yet again, silence fell upon them. Spirit hung his head and Sid nodded. Soul gawked. He was the first to break the silence.

“Y-you don’t believe her right..?! I-I’d follow her to the ends of the earth to keep her safe! I did that before! Come on,” he stepped forward, grabbing at Spirit’s suit sleeve, tugging it harshly, “You gotta believe me. If she’s getting put in some sort of solitary confinement then-”

Sid began to lead her out. Spirit kept his head low. Soul tried running after him but Spirit’s hand wrapped around his wrist was firm.

The last thing she heard before being taken away was Soul’s screams. They weren't painful. At least, not in the absolute physical sense. But they were pained. Both knew this was the end of their partnership. Neither accepted it easily. Yet everyone seemed to think it was for the best.

[mcmedianoche]

“La Oscuridad Te Espera” (Chapter 1) - Sombra/McCree

Another demon-hunter... but not just any old demon-hunter. This is Jesse McCree: a legend, a myth, a series of stories in his own right.

Sombra sighs, downing the rest of her drink. This had to happen sometime. “I must be getting sloppy,” she says, her voice as smooth as syrup. “If you’re here for me, I’ve made it easy for you, McCree.”

“Papa Reinhardt, is it true?”

“Is what true, child?”

A tall, freckled girl, no older than 14, bounds up to a nearby table and whispers to the huge, scarred, silver-haired man sat comfortably there. “They say there are demons in this village. Angry spirits. The oni are here. Is that why we’re here? Are you going to fight them?” She looks over at another table, where a short, full-bearded blond man and a tall, voluptuous blonde woman share drinks and a bowl of bread. “Does Papa know?”

The man laughs, rumbling the table but holding his huge stein of beer steady so as not to knock it off the table in his amusement. “Nonsense, Brigitte. Where did you hear that?”

She falters for a moment, smoothing her thick auburn ponytail behind her as she looks around the tavern, then seems to find her resolve as she looks at the locals. “The villagers… It’s all they’ve talked about, all night. Something is destroying the castle at the edge of town. All who go near it are lost. They say…” and here, she lowers her voice, “they say, at night... there are dragons. ”

Reinhardt takes a few sips from his stein and beckons Brigitte to sit down. “We are here for a family vacation, because Hanamura is beautiful this time of year. The oni are just an ancient legend. Only stories.”

Brigitte doesn’t accept this, scooting in closer at the table and staring Reinhardt in the eye. “All stories begin in truth,” she insists. “Do you know this one?”

Sombra grins beneath her hood, shading her glowing, white-gold eyes from view. It’s merely on instinct, as she is currently invisible in the corner of the tavern behind them. She takes a sip of her whiskey, the glass also invisible in her clutches, and waits. The mortals rarely have a clue in these matters. This ought to be good.

“Well, there are as many tales of the oni as we have ghost stories in Germany. Or Sweden. But yes, I have heard this one, specifically.”

Brigitte’s big brown eyes light up. She puts both elbows on the table, rests her face in her palms, and settles in.

“Long ago, these lands were ruled by a powerful family who had two sons. Warrior princes, trained to carry on the family legacy. Both skilled beyond their years, both well equipped to lead, and each powerful in their own right. But they disagreed, profoundly so, when it came time to decide how they would protect their land. The younger brother, sweet of heart and warm in temperament, wanted to keep his people happy, above all else. He said, ‘If we care for our people, they will care for each other in turn. If we can nurture one heart, one land, the rest will come naturally.’”

Sombra snorts into her glass. This is already bullshit.

“The elder brother, iron of will and steady in disposition, wanted to keep his people strong, above all else. He said, ‘With the right foundation, our people will be united towards a common goal. To keep them happy at structure’s expense is a fool’s errand. We must instead keep them in control. ‘The rest,’ as you say, will come because we steered it so.’”

“Head versus heart,” Brigitte whispered. “The worst struggle.”

Reinhardt nods, clapping her on the shoulder. “Yes. As you can see, they were two very important sides of the same coin. In order to rule, both were necessary, but neither could see it. And so, the elder struck down his brother, believing him weak. But this hurt the elder brother beyond measure, warping his already weak heart so badly that he began to transform. The mark of the oni spread across his skin, leaving a demon face, and turning his skin gray and his eyes white. The spirits that roamed this land did not approve of his actions, for he had upset the balance.”

“You can’t have one without the other,” Brigitte said solemnly, her palms now flat on the table.

“No, you can’t. And that is why the spirits went one step further, bringing the younger brother back to life to restore this balance. But he, with his heart too full, was forever wounded by the offense, and returned as… something else. Transformed, much like his brother, with the kindness that once cradled his heart now twisted. But balance has yet to be restored. The oni they say inhabit the old castle...”

“The brothers. They’re still there.”

Reinhardt finishes off his beer. “And still fighting, so they say. But these are just stories, Brigitte. Legends and myths.”

Well. Sombra has to admit: part of the story is actually true. But the people are romantic, and the nature of the demon brothers’ torment has been lost to sentiment. Sombra knows she isn’t tracking some wounded soul with a heart too big for his body. The oni known as Genji is as selfish as any other, and was brought back to life for reasons just as selfish. Dragons’ fiery egos are easily offended.

Either way, what Genji wants does not matter, and neither does his brother. Genji is her bounty. Until the banshee’s price also includes Hanzo’s wretched soul, he is of no consequence to her.

She’s waiting here for proper nightfall. Once the clock strikes midnight, and this tavern closes to the public, she can make her way to Shimada Castle. There is only one hour to go.

Brigitte yawns, despite herself. “If they’re only stories, why are the people so scared?”

“People fear all kinds of things they don't understand. Do not trouble yourself.”

“But--”

“Come now, Brigitte. It is very late and I think we are both getting tired.” Reinhardt calls over to the next table and notifies the blond couple that it is time they all head back to the inn, citing Brigitte’s bedtime over her increasingly drowsy protests.

Sombra watches them leave. They were the last patrons.

She shifts, dropping her invisibility, then approaches the bar, glass in hand. “Thanks for the drink.”

“Thank you, if you pull this off. The oni are scaring my customers away.” The owner of the bar, Ichika, a much older woman with one thick black streak in her long gray hair, rolls her eyes and whips her towel for emphasis. “I remember when they were mortals, you know. It wasn’t that long ago, but you know how these things get once stories start to spread. They were handsome young men, beautiful even, but an idiot and an asshole.”

Sombra laughs. “Ay, I’ve heard Genji used to be a charmer! A charmer can’t be that stupid, can he? Mierda, don’t tell me my intel was wrong. I’ll have to rethink my whole strategy.”

“A charmer, yes! Absolutely. But a slave to his whims. Foolhardy at every turn, and his father only made things worse by coddling him. And Hanzo was no fun at all, but at least he always sprung for the good sake. The two of them kept me in business, and now they’re pushing me out of it!”

The bell above the tavern’s entrance suddenly dings with its jaunty little melody. Sombra, knowing it’s too late to shift into invisibility, chances a lighting-quick glance at the newcomer.

Oh. Oh, this just got interesting.

A ruggedly good-looking man in a wide-brimmed hat steps through the door, his eyes shielded from view. A crossbow hangs on his back, and an ornate revolver rests at his hip. He has one prosthetic arm that seems to be made of silver and fire, and he’s strapped with silver bullets. His getup is actually rather similar to her own, Sombra thinks, considering herself, down to the red scarf hung loosely around his neck.

Another demon-hunter... but not just any old demon-hunter. This is Jesse McCree: a legend, a myth, a series of stories in his own right.

Well, Sombra sighs, downing the rest of her drink. This had to happen sometime. “I must be getting sloppy,” she says, her voice as smooth as syrup. “If you’re here for me, I’ve made it easy for you, McCree.”

McCree lifts his head and looks at her with far more surprise than she expects. He takes a drag from his cigar, then pulls it from his mouth with that unmistakable arm of his. ”Sombra?”

Ichika looks back and forth between them. “You two know each other? Ah, of course you do. Can’t be a big circle, your line of work.”

McCree struts over to the bar with his hands on his belt. “Know of. A gorgeous shadow demon who hunts other demons without remorse? Yeah, there’s only one of her. The rest have this thing about loyalty to their kind, or whatever.”

Sombra lifts an eyebrow and flutters dark eyelashes over her white-gold eyes. “Aww, they say I’m gorgeous?”

McCree meets her cheeky gaze with an amused grin of his own, staring for a long moment as the smirk spreads across Sombra’s face. “Nah, I added that part.”

Ichika swats the bar between them with her towel, startling them both. “Stop flirting long enough to kill the demons, if you would be so kind.”

“No worries, ma’am,” McCree says, tipping his hat. “I don’t flirt with demons, but I do have eyes.”

“And I don’t flirt with people who make those kinds of hairstyle choices, because I, too, have eyes,” Sombra snorts with a glance at his ponytail. McCree splutters in offense, but she laughs and goes on, “So, you’re here to step on my bounty? That’s a much bigger problem than if you were here for me, McCree.” She turns on her bar stool, revealing the hybrid pistol and crossbow resting on her lap.

“If your bounty is the oni Hanzo, then yes, I am. And I’ve slain bigger demons than you before breakfast,” he replies, dropping his hand near his revolver. “If not, then I believe we’re square.”

“NO SHOOTING IN MY TAVERN!” Ichika shrieks, whipping the towel around violently to separate them.

“Ow! Relajate, Ichi--”

“Sorry, ma’am, I’m sorry--”

Ichika stares them both down until they settle in their seats, sneaking heated glances at each other, but saying nothing.

“I don’t know who hired each of you, or how you ended up here on the same night, but don’t you dare screw this up. Sombra catches Genji. McCree catches Hanzo. My customers return. Don’t -- I mean it, DON’T! -- get in each other’s way, and we’ll all be happy.”

She stares at them again, silently, but no less stern, until they’re both glaring at each other in a resigned sort of way.

“Si, Ichika.”

“You got it, ma’am.”

“Good. Now, she’s already had hers, but I bet you stopped in for a drink, so here’s one for the road,” Ichika says, filling a shot glass for McCree. “You both get another round if you come back here alive.”

Their tempers are cooling, now that they know they’re here for different demons, but Sombra’s stuck on Ichika’s words. Judging from the curious look McCree’s giving her over his glass, he’s thinking the same thing.

Who hired him, and how did they both end up here on the same night?

He sets his empty glass on the bar, then stands and gestures towards the door. “After you. I got enough demons without adding another one at my back.”

Sombra laughs, the sound dark and not at all amused when she slides off her bar stool, and shifts, disappearing from sight. She savors the look of alarm on McCree’s face.

Demons can’t do that, and he knows it.

She waits a few moments, moving silently around him, then stands on her toes and speaks at the back of his neck. “Looks like you’re in over your head.”

McCree shivers at the feel of her breath against his ear, the only physical indication of his shock that he will allow. He whips around just in time to see her shift back into view. She turns and saunters towards the exit, resting her gun on her shoulder, then glances back to flash those glowing eyes at him before she opens the door.

“Get a move on, McCree,” she says, beckoning him closer with one claw-gloved finger. “We don’t have all night.”

[midnightcindy]

The Maiden’s Tale: Chapter 13

After days of travel, the gates of Wysteria finally appeared. I pulled my cape around me, the hood concealing my face even in the darkness of the night. The air was frigid, flecks of snow dotting the atmosphere and catching the torchlight as we rode. As the golden gates appeared, my heart leapt with nerves. I whimpered involuntarily.

Nico wrapped his arms tightly around me, his hands holding the reigns and resting on my stomach. “This was a horrible idea,” he said against my hood.

“Probably,” I admitted. I leaned back into him, closing my eyes as I inhaled the freezing air.

Nico pulled back my hood enough to press a lingering kiss to my cheek. “But I will keep you safe, no matter what,” he whispered.

I nodded, still sinking back onto him in the saddle. I didn’t want to admit that I was absolutely terrified to go back to Wysteria. Just the thought of seeing the queen again almost brought me to tears. The only thing keeping me from running was the image of Lettie returned to safety, and Nico’s hold on my waist.

King Byron rode alongside us, Albert on his left. We flanked the king of Stein as we marched forward, the small army at our backs. I knew we made a threatening sight to anyone watching; but I also knew the cold, unflinching heart of the queen. Serena would not be so easily frightened.

And I was right about that. As we drew closer, we could see a small group of figures standing at the open gates. The night made it hard to make out faces in the distance, apart from the flicker of torches. But as we reached them, I could finally see what would make my stomach drop.

Serena stood center, a cocky smirk on her lips. She was dressed in battle armor, thick leather and metal plates lining her body. A broadsword at her hip and a dagger in hand, she shifted easily as we stopped before her. At her side, Ornulf and a small flank of guards, but in her henchman’s arms, a small, withered figure slumped on her feet.

My heart broke seeing her. “Lettie?” The tears welled in my eyes just as the rage burned in my chest. Lettie was so strong-willed, so fiery and confident. This woman barely able to stand, wilted and thin, was not the Lettie I knew. She hung her head, her eyes lulling sadly beneath the cuts and bruises on her face. She barely looked up when we approached. “That… monster…” I seethed, ready to jump down from the saddle and wrench her from Ornulf.

Sensing my anger, King Byron spoke to me in a low voice. “Calm yourself, Sarah,” he urged. “We must think reasonably.”

I felt Nico’s hold tighten around me, but the blood beneath my skin still boiled. “Easy, Sarah,” Nico said, his voice tinted with his own anger.

Serena chuckled lightly. She stared up at us with bored eyes, her dagger glistening in her hold. “Your Majesty,” she hummed, “what brings the King of Stein to my country?”

“We wish to speak with you,” King Byron answered flatly.

“Oh? That’s all? You travelled nearly three days for a conversation?” Serena laughed richly, clutching at her stomach as her ruby lips parted languidly. “I must be very important to you. After all, this is quite the escort.”

King Byron didn’t even smirk. “I would like to speak with you privately, within the walls. I will leave my soldiers at the gates, I only request that my private guards accompany me.”

“Well naturally,” she said, shrugging one shoulder with sensuous ease. “I would hardly expect royalty to be without their loyal attendants.” She smirked at Byron, and with her final words, turned to Nico and I. “Hello, handsome.”

Nico did not respond, neither with words nor expression. However, I felt his fingers thrum anxiously against my hip.

Byron brought Serena’s attention back to him. “Do you agree to my terms then?”

She glared at Byron, but ducked her chin in affirmation. “Very well. You will follow me. Ornulf,” she called, turning back to the slowly opening gates. “Bring her.”

Lettie squealed when Ornulf yanked her back harshly, practically being dragged on her heels. I felt my heart simultaneously sink and rage in my chest as I watched her. The horses walked forward, following slowly in the queen’s footsteps as we made our way toward the ominous palace.

___

Inside the walls, I felt a strange shadow falling over me. The feeling of being back inside the palace when my last memories were running away from the wrath of the queen, I couldn’t stop my heavy breathing. I faltered on my feet, taking up the rear of the group and slowing to allow the others to pass me. Nico stopped in his tracks when he sensed my hesitation. Taking my hand in his, he leaned down to my ear, whispering, “Do it for Lettie.”

I looked ahead, my chest tight, and I caught sight of Lettie standing on her feet despite Ornulf’s vicious hold. In a split moment, she turned her face back enough just for me to see. The corner of her bruised mouth quirked upward, and I saw her toss me a tiny wink.

My spirits rose, and I nodded firmly to Nico. His hand still clasped in mine, we followed the queen’s lead.

Serena took us to the court, a single, long table at the center of the room and columns lining the back. The darkness of the starless night seemed to seep in through the windows, the torches lighting all of our faces with fire.

Serena turned to us at last as the heavy doors closed behind us. She, Ornulf and Lettie faced the four of us, and the silence stretched into anxious tension. Finally, Serena flicked her dagger between her palms and said, “Now what is it that you want to discuss, King Byron.”

Byron met her eyes steadily with his own. “We would like to negotiate the release of Violet Christophe. For now, that is all we want.”

Serena tapped her chin thoughtfully. “For now? Then you want more. Why should I give her up today if I could use her as leverage in the future? You are not thinking strategically, Your Majesty.”

Again, Byron remained stoic. “That is a discussion for another day. We would like Miss Christophe released, and no harm shall come to you.”

Chuckling, Serena shook her head. “All this, for another worthless maid. It must run in the family.” Her eyes glinted dangerously, and the queen faced me head on.

I gulped loudly, watching her sway forward. Nico let go of my hand, breathing words that only I could hear. “Don’t let her scare you.”

But when Serena was inches away, it wasn’t to me she spoke. “Tell me handsome,” the queen whispered into my face, her eyes never leaving mine as she directed her words to Nico. “How did it feel inside of her? Was it better than me?”

Nico’s eyes turned to fire. His hand clasped tightly on his sword, his teeth grinding in his mouth. “Don’t say a word to her,” he warned me.

She chuckled, stepping back. “And you, whore,” Serena chimed, now actually talking to me. “What kind of a man allows the mother of his child to march into war? Unless you’ve already gotten rid of the abomination.”

My mouth hung open, my fists clenching tightly in rage. “How dare you,” I said boldly.

“That’s what I would have done,” Serena continued, mimicking a jab at my abdomen with her knife. “If you like, I can help.”

“Shut up!” Nico lunged forward, and Albert grasped him back, pulling him into his arms.

“Don’t be stupid, Nico,” Albert warned, barely able to hold the trembling man.

“Enough,” Byron shot, causing us all to tense. “I came to negotiate. Give us the girl, and we will leave your kingdom to rule another day. I wish nothing more.”

The queen smirked. “Do you honestly think I could be so easily bartered with?” She narrowed her eyes, and grinned. “Fine. You can have the useless quim, in exchange for her.”

Her dagger pointed toward me, and Nico instinctively pushed me behind him, his other hand resting on his sword. “Over my dead body.”

Serena smirked, twirling her blade. “Don’t tempt me.”

“And if we refuse to give you Sarah,” Byron countered. “What then?”

The queen shrugged, yanking Lettie into her arms. “Then I slit the maid’s throat where she stands,” she said casually, pressing her blade to Lettie’s neck.

“No!” I cried, pushing past Nico. “Don’t hurt her!”

“Then come here, pretty,” Serena said, loosening her hold on Lettie and tossing her back to Ornulf.

“Sarah, don’t,” Nico pleaded, grasping my elbow.

“Don’t do it, Sarah,” Lettie choked, weakly struggling against Ornulf’s massive hands. “She’s just going to kill you.”

“Oh no, no, no,” hummed Serena pleasantly. “I would never do such a thing to sweet Sarah!” She sheathed her dagger, only to pull out a long sword with a shimmering sound. Turning to me, her voice dripping, she spat, ���I’m simply going to carve out each one of her organs, individually, until she’s as hollow as women are meant to be. But don’t worry, dear,” she said, voice dropping to a whisper as she pointed her blade at me. “I’ll leave the child for last.”

“That’s enough,” Byron raged, pulling his sword and clashing it with hers. “If you will not negotiate, then you leave me no choice.”

Albert pulled out a curved horn from inside his coat, and quickly sounded the signal for the attack. Without a moment’s hesitation, we could all hear the clear sound of a battle cry as the secret faction of troops led by the Crawford charged out of the woods.

Serena’s eyes widened, realizing her misjudgment. “Idiots!” She shouted, before swinging the blade directly at me.

I screamed, ducking away, but the blow I expected was diverted by Nico’s sword. He grit his teeth, growling angrily as he shoved her backward.

“Take the girl!” Serena pushed past Ornulf, holding a thrashing Lettie in his arms. She disappeared through a small doorway obstructed by the stone pillars, her attendant keeping us from following her right away. Then, Ornulf quickly tackled through us, charging in the opposite direction, angry Lettie in hand.

As we all turned to pursue him, several guards appeared out of the doorway, blocking us from chasing Ornulf. They reached Byron and Albert first, the sound of swords blocking each other filling the small space. I cowered behind the two men, just as Nico reached my side. “You need to get out of here, Sarah,” he said, pulling me away from the fighting.

“I need to get to Lettie,” I said, and stared at the hidden doorway. “Serena went through there. Go and end this, Nico.”

“I’m not going to leave you-” “Nico!” I practically growled the word, before pressing a frantic kiss to his moving lips. “You want to do something for me? Go and kill that bitch.”

Nico barely needed a moment to pull away from me before he was running across the room to the narrow passageway. He disappeared from my sight, sword out and ready.

There was a gnarled shriek from behind me, and I whipped about to see Byron’s blade slip out of one of the guards. He turned back, shouting, “Sarah, go and find her. We can keep the guards at bay.”

I nodded, standing to sprint out the door.

Byron raised his sword, following me out the door just as another five guards reached the entrance. He blocked the first advances, Albert coming to his aid immediately. “Sarah! Run!”

I swallowed anxiously, my heart nearly bursting from my chest, but I did as I told. So I ran. I ran down the stairs, past the luxurious halls and foyers, rounding the banisters before reaching an empty corridor. I stopped, listening to more than just the sound of my breathing. I closed my eyes, and somewhere behind me, I heard Lettie’s shriek.

Spinning on my heel, I sped in the direction of the sound. As I reached the end of the hall, I realized I was near the servant’s quarters. There was another scream, and I recognized the staircase it came from. Breathing steadily, I descended the dank and rocky steps to the maid’s quarters.

[real-life-pine-tree]

Leo Will Never Know: Duel Spirits Revealed (6/?)

In an alternate timeline, Yugi indirectly prevented the events of Arc-V from ever happening. But how could this small change have an impact on a few selected people? A spin-off of the Arc-V Aftermath series. Based on the hilarious comic by @justanotherotakuandartist​​​. Co-written with @violetganache42​​​.

Ultimately Jesse, Syrus, and Ray found Jaden lying unconscious. Syrus went off to get some water, while Jesse and Ray stayed with Jaden. The Crystal Beast user let out a sad sigh, gently touching Jaden's cheek.

"It's going to be alright," Ray said.

"I know," Jesse said. He smiled softly. "Funny how meetin' a guy like Jay can change your whole life. One minute you're tryin' to recover after your folks kick ya outta the house for not followin' family traditions, the next ya meet a guy who's practically everythin' you're lookin' for in a soulmate."

Jesse never brought up his family at all because southerners are typically more conservative than others. While growing up, he didn't believe in those "traditions" because his home country has changed over the last few centuries; more people were more liberal and he felt this philosophy met with his standards. Unfortunately, his relatives didn't accept his beliefs and threw him out into the streets for not meeting their expectations. Deep down, he has been struggling to cope with that incident until the day he first met Jaden. There was something about him that attracted the North Academy student, which became clearer as they hung out more.

"Soulmate…" That word ran through Ray's mind just as Jesse finished his sentence. She remembered seeing the exhibition match at the start of the new school year, where it looked like he and Jaden were flirting with each other. A thought soon struck her that made her realize that he was actually gay.

"Did your parents kick you out because you're gay?" Ray asked.

"They sure did," Jesse answered, sounding a bit heartbroken. "Growin' up, my folks were plannin' on me marryin' that Westshire dame. She's a nice gal, but I never considered her as anythin' more than a good friend. 'Course it didn't take a long time for me realize my attractions were towards other fellas. I told my folks 'bout it, but..." His expression became heartbroken. "...they didn't take it very well." Tears started pouring down his face. "There was a lot of yellin' 'bout breakin' marriage traditions. Next thing I knew, I was kicked outta the house. Now the Crystal Beasts are the only family I have."

He felt like he couldn't stop the tears from streaming down his cheeks because of how fast his old life went. He never thought he would be rejected by his own family just because of a difference in personal beliefs. Ray lightly patted his back and wrapped her arms around him to embrace him in a comforting hug.

"You're not the only one who suffered,"  Ray said, still comforting Jesse. "When I was younger, the popularity of Duel Disks caused my dad's business to go bankrupt. I ended up selling my hair and my old cards to help out. My dad did get a stable job, but it took us years to get a new house. My new deck containing the Hope Dragons symbolizes my hope for a bright future."

Jesse looked over his left shoulder to see Ray still hugging him, with his eyes overflowing with tears. He never knew about her father owning a gaming company and was informed on the concept of creating Action Duels. The idea was to implement mass into Solid Vision to have Duelists interact with their monsters and the duel field, but Kaiba was more concerned about the risk of the monsters growing sentient and causing armageddon, so he rejected it. She honestly felt like it was for the best because she has grown to enjoy this new life she was living. She has an amazing boyfriend and is a well-known Duelist around the Academy for modifying the uniform policy and her powerful skills with her Hope Dragons.

"Ya don't...feel bad 'bout what coulda been?" Jesse asked, his voice laced with sorrow.

"I used to," Ray answered. "But I came to realize Kaiba could have been right about Solid Vision with mass causing the end of the world. Besides, if Action Duels were made into a reality, I probably wouldn't have met the love of my life. You just have to keep in mind that things happen for a reason."

Jesse realized that she may be right; if he hadn't told his family about his sexuality, then, he wouldn't have gotten the Crystal Beasts, attended North Academy, and meet his soulmate at Duel Academy. He encircled his arms around her and thanked her for the reassurance as he struggled to hold back his sobs. The two friends remained in each other's arm until he managed to calm down; shortly after that, Jaden started to regain consciousness and asked them what happened. They told him they found him passed out in front of Viper's unlocked door after dueling against Stein and Syrus went off to get some water and look for help. The Slifer Red student knew Viper was bound to cause more trouble with the Bio-Bands and these Survival Duels, so he tried to go after him, but due to his weakened state, he needed some rest.

Just as Jaden was about to tell a story of how he was a magnet for "power-crazy loonies", the trio heard the sound of a motorcycle and Jesse knew exactly who that was. He told Jaden and Ray how he saw the Duel Monster Spirit of Jerry Beans Man and followed it to see a young boy named Tom, who explained that someone forced him into a duel and lost his card through the Ante Rule. Ever since then, he has been searching for him until now.

"So you've been searching for this Trapper person ever since?" Ray asked.

"Yep," Jesse answered. "But I never did find 'em. I came close a few times, but Trapper caught on pretty quickly and always stayed one step ahead. Now this may sound crazy, but I saw 'em down here."

"You sure?" Jaden asked.

Just then, the sound of wicked laughter was heard. "Is that...?" Jaden asked.

"Yep," Jesse responded. "I know that laugh anywhere."

Suddenly, Ray heard a soft, melodic roar from her deck. She took it out and looked at the first card she saw: Hope Dragon Bird. "Was that you?" she asked, surprised to hear sound coming from her cards.

Just as Jesse ran towards the doors entrance, he too heard Bird's roar and turned around to see the card's spirit. "You must be one of Ray's Hope Dragons," he realized. "Guess ya wanted to help too."

Bird growled "Yes" and flew over to the door just as the spirits of two Crystal Beasts appeared.

"Okey doke, Jess," Sapphire Pegasus said as he emerged alongside Topaz Tiger.

"It's feeding time," Topaz Tiger declared. "And I see fresh meat." As he was wrapping up his sentence, he leapt up into the air.

"Wait!" Jesse yelled out. He saw a whip being used and it was heading straight for Topaz Tiger.

"Look out!" shouted Sapphire Pegasus as he and Hope Dragon Bird pushed the tiger out of the way to take the whip, electrocuting them both. While the dragon roared in pain, the pegasus exclaimed, "Great Scott!"

A disquiet Jesse hollered, "Not Ray's dragon and my pegasus!"

Jaden walked to the side of the entrance, using the wall as support. "What's going on? Is it Trapper?" he asked.

"The one and only," Jesse answered.

Ray looked heartbroken. "What's going on?" she asked, clutching her head in pain. "I heard Hope Dragon Bird's pained cries."

"Wait, ya can't see what's goin' on?" Jesse asked.

Ray shook her head 'no' in response. Why was this suddenly happening to her? Is this how Michael communicates with his dragons?

As Trapper laughed maniacally, two capsules attached to dark pieces of rope shot up and imprisoned Sapphire Pegasus and Hope Dragon Bird, with the two neighing and roaring from inside. "Well whaddya know?" he asked. "Two spirits for the price of one!"

"No!" Jesse yelled as Ray gasped in horror.

"No way, bro," Jaden commented. "He can trap spirits too?"

Trapper turned his head around to see the trio, chuckling at the Crystal Beast and Hope Dragon users. "Your little pony and lizard are mine now," he remarked. He revved up his motorcycle and drove away, taking the capsules containing Bird and Sapphire Pegasus with him.

"Tiger, come on back, boy," Jesse instructed before Topaz Tiger's spirit disappeared. Facing his friends, he then said just as he was taking off, "Jaden and Ray, stay here. He's mine."

Worried about her dragon, Ray called out, "Hold up! Wait for me, Jesse!"

"Wait! Ugh!" The fatigue was starting to effect Jaden's body as he saw the others chasing after Trapper. "Wait. Be…careful…" His body collapsed onto the floor as he fainted yet again.

"Ray, I told ya to stay back!" Jesse said as the two ran.

"I'm not going to stay behind!" Ray insisted, her stubbornness showing. "My Hope Dragons mean a lot to me! They saved me from a life of sorrow, so now it's my turn to save them!"

"Well alright," Jesse said. "But I don't want ya to get hurt."

The two ran through another open—albeit busted—door and into an empty room, where they saw Trapper with their monsters. As he straightened his whip, the capsules launched up into the air and stabilizers were locked in place on the ceiling and floor to keep them in place.

Ray looked at the capsules. "Hope Dragon Bird!" she exclaimed. "Are you alright?!" She held the card up to her ear. "Please speak to me!"

"She can't respond," Jesse explained. "From the looks of it, she looks unconscious."

Ray clutched her chest in pain. "No!" she exclaimed. "She can't be...!" Her eyes were brimming with tears.

"Don't worry, Ray," Jesse said. "I'll get your dragon back."

He then proceeded to begin his duel against Trapper after playing cat-and-mouse with each other for too long. Unfortunately, the first few turns were very dicey for southern Duelist because of Lure Phantom, who was in defense position, and the Hunting Net Trap cards. Despite having 0 ATK and DEF, the Level 1 DARK Fiend-Type Monster's effect causes itself and the attacking monster to return to their owners' hands. What's worse is Hunting Net causes to place the returning monster in the Spell & Trap Card Zone while adding a Prey Counter on it—which was used a couple times on Amethyst Cat.

During the due, Jesse and Ray learn that there was a reason why they needed to rescue their monsters. At the beginning of his turn, they noticed Sapphire Pegasus and Hope Dragon Bird were breathing heavily, as if they were having trouble getting air. Trapper explained he uses those capsules to isolate Duel Monster Spirits from their cards, using Gokipon as an example. Duel Monsters need the energy from the Spirit World to survive, but the capsules prevents them from doing so; Gokipon's capsule glowed yellow and vanished from existence, killing it in the process. This revelation angered Jesse and horrified Ray because the lives of their captured monsters were at stake.

"What just happened?!" Ray asked, looking at her Hope Dragon Bird card. "Is Hope Dragon Bird...?!"

"Relax, Ray," Jesse said, understanding that Ray can't see Duel Monster Spirits. "That wasn't Hope Dragon Bird. She's still alright."

He pointed towards the capsule where her dragon was concealed in. Ray may not have the same ability as him, but she knows the capsule next to Sapphire Pegasus' hasn't vanished yet and began to calm down a little. However, she suddenly heard three distinct roars from her deck.

Curious, Ray took out her cards. It was Hope Dragon Flower, Hope Dragon Wind, and Hope Dragon Moon! "What's that?" the red-haired Duelist asked. "You want to join in too?" She heard the roars again. "Alright Trapper, I'm joining in!" She proceeded to activate her Duel Disk.

What was originally a 1-on-1 duel now became a 2-on-1 duel because Moon, Wind, and Flower want to rescue their sister and there was no way they were going to be bystanders in this situation. "What's this?" Trapper asked. "You think your dragons could stop me?"

"These aren't ordinary dragons," Ray said. "They're my Hope Dragons. And I refuse to let you capture one of their sisters!"

"Hope Dragons, huh?" Trapper asked. "I've heard all about those dragons. They can restrict monster zones and restore life points." A wicked grin appeared on his face. "With those dragons in my deck, I'll be unstoppable!"

Ray scowled at the thought of her dragons being taken away from this inhumane hunter. At first, she was thinking that he was a monster, but she didn't want to insult the spirits. With 4000 LP, she let Jesse carry out his turn before she could start hers. He summoned Amber Mammoth and have it attack Lure Phantom, but Trapper activated his face-down Capture Snare; it has a similar effect to Hunting Net, but it targets attacking monsters when there's at least one Prey Counter. With no monsters on the field, Jesse passed the turn to Ray.

Ray looked at her opening hand and smirked. "I'll start things off with Lord of Dragons and Flute of Summoning Dragons!" she declared. "Allowing me to bring out two of my star dragons: Hope Dragon Flower and Hope Dragon Moon!"

The two dragons flew into the field as they bellowed out their trademark roars. While it was true the Hope Dragons can restrict Monster Zones and restore Life Points, they each have their own distinct abilities. Flower is immune to battle damage, Bird can inflict 200 life points worth of damage for every opposing monster on the field, Wind has an ability to target a Spellcaster from the Graveyard and directly inflict damage equal to the target's Level x 200, and Moon can attack twice in one turn.

"I activate Hope Dragon Flower and Hope Dragon Moon's special abilities!" Ray continued. "Since I summoned both of them, I can block two of your monster zones and gain 100 life points for each blocked monster zone! But that's not all! Using Hope Dragon Flower's other special ability, I can special summon Arcana Force VI - The Lovers in defense mode!"

As Ray's LP increased to 4200, The Lovers materialized between her and Jesse in defense position with its arms reached out. To her, it means the monster is shielding herself and Michael due to their undying love for each other; however, since he wasn't here at the moment, it was protecting her and Jesse, much to his confusion.

"What the?!" Jesse asked. "Since when could a monster defend like that?"

"This card originally belonged to Sartorius," Ray explained. "But he discarded it when he manipulated me and lied about my future. Michael was able to retrieve it and he gave it to me, revealing that my future is with him. Since then, Arcana Force VI - The Lovers symbolizes the strong bond I have with my soulmate."

Whether he's nearby or afar, Ray always knew she was meant to be with Michael, giving The Lovers a unique bond with her. "I would attack, but I don't want to risk losing the other Hope Dragons," she said, placing a card face down. "So I'll have to end my turn."

At the start of Trapper's turn, he tributed Lure Phantom to summon Infernal Beasthound and used it to attack Jesse directly, who played his face-down G Force to Special Summon Cobalt Eagle, but the face-down Trap Jammer negated and destroyed G Force. After the direct attack, Infernal Beasthound's effect destroyed Cobalt Eagle from his hand, resulting in it to become a Continuous Spell thanks to its ability. Before Trapper ended his turn with a face-down, Jesse and Ray recalled in their heads on why they needed to save Sapphire Pegasus and Hope Dragon Bird: they meant so much to the duo and felt like they were part of their families. In Jesse’s case, when he was dueling in a tournament one day, the creator of Duel Monsters known as Maximillion Pegasus witnessed the Crystal Beasts reacting to the young foreigner’s duel and he knew they had found their rightful owner. As for Ray, it was when she and Leo were still living in poverty and she had given up on being a Duelist…that is, until not long after Battle City had ended and a while before Doma unleashed its Orichalcos mayhem upon the world.

Ray started trembling at the thought of losing her precious dragons. "You alright, Ray?" Jesse asked.

"I won't let you get away with this!" Ray shouted at Trapper. "The Hope Dragons mean so much to me!"

"Oh, I already know all about your dragons," Trapper said. "I was initially plannin' on capturing all seven Crystal Beasts to unlock Rainbow Dragon, but gettin' your Hope Dragons as well will be mighty sweet."

"Don't you dare!" Ray exclaimed, showing both rage and sorrow in her eyes.

"Well why not?" Trapper asked. "Sure Rainbow Dragon's got a lot of power, but when all four Hope Dragons merge into one, they can prevent any opponent from summoning any monsters. Why wouldn't I want that for my deck?"

"Ray, don't let him get to-" Jesse began to say.

"How dare you!" Ray exclaimed. "My four Hope Dragons are pieces of my own soul! They represent the hope I have for a bright future!" Her eyes started to tear up. "So if you want them, you're going to have to get past me!"

Jesse was caught off guard and surprised by Ray’s sudden outburst. There was something about her small speech that made it clear of why she and her dragons were connected: the strong-willed tenacity of Flower, the ambitious strength of Moon, the graceful beauty of Wind, and the feminine determination of Bird. They each represented a different identity that when put together would become the brave and powerful force known as Nature. She is that embodiment of Nature and losing her dragons would be losing what could be considered a reincarnation of her. No matter how difficult the situation may be, the traits she possessed are what made her who she is today. She is an Akaba and Akabas never give up!

"Well if you want, you can go up next," Jesse suggested.

"Really?" Ray asked.

"If the dragons mean that much to you, then sure," Jesse said.

"Alright," Ray said. She drew a card. "I'll start things off with the Spell card Graceful Charity, allowing me to draw two cards in exchange for discarding two cards that were already in my hand."

Jesse looked surprise as Ray sent two cards to the Graveyard. Was it just his imagination, or was one of those two cards Hope Dragon Bird?

"Now by tributing Lord of Dragons and The Lovers, I'll summon Hope Dragon Wind!" Ray continued.

Hope Dragon Wind materialized onto the spot where Lord of Dragons was and soared through the air, unleashing her roar to finish her summoning sequence.

"Now I'll activate Hope Dragon Wind's special ability!" Ray declared. "Since Lord of Dragons is a Spellcaster-Type monster, she'll transfer his level into effect damage, so you lose 800 life points!"

"Ray, what're you thinking?" Jesse asked. "You know-"

"That Trapper will capture my dragons if they attack?" Ray asked in response. "That's why I have Hope Dragon Wind. This isn't an attack, so my dragon is perfectly safe."

In other words, Ray might have found Trapper’s weakness: effect damage. Their opponent relies on their monsters attacking him so that he can unleash his traps like the animal—or Duel Spirit—hunter that he is. However, by not declaring attacks and using any of their monsters’ effects that deals damage instead, they may be able to obtain the advantage and rescue Hope Dragon Bird and Sapphire Pegasus.

But as Hope Dragon Wind used her special ability to deal out 800 points worth of effect damage, Jesse glanced at Ray's face down card. "Is that card what I think it is?" he asked.

But Ray didn't answer. "I get what you're tryin' to do," Jesse said. "So why dontcha play it?"

"Because it might be risky," Ray said, glancing at the two capsules. "I don't want to put any of my dragons in danger. That's why I'll have to end my turn without attacking, just like during my previous turn."

With her turn over, it was now Jesse’s and he started it off by summoning Crystal Beast Topaz Tiger and have him attack Infernal Blasthound, but Trapper’s face-down Trap Hole destroyed it, resulting in its target to become a Continuous Spell card. Jesse then activated Rare Value where, if he has at least one Crystal Beast in Spell and Trap Card Zone, he can send one of them to the Graveyard and draw two cards. From his hand, he played E Force to special summon Topaz Tiger in attack position and destroyed Infernal Blasthound, reducing Trapper’s Life Points from 3200 to 2200 thanks to its effect of gaining 400 ATK during the damage step. With his monster destroyed, Trapper activated its effect to special summon another Infernal Blasthound, leading to Jesse playing his face-down Triggered Summon to special summon Emerald Turtle in attack position and his M Force to increase its ATK by 500. Another attack was declared and Trapper was down to 2100 Life Points, but he special summoned yet another Infernal Blasthound in defense position this time.

Jesse ended his turn and passed it on to Trapper, who simply set a card face down before switching it over to Ray. However, after she drew a card, she glanced at her own face down. "I use Hope Dragon Wind's special ability to deal another 800 life points to you!" she announced, prompting the dragon to deal out effect damage to a Trapper. "Then I'll..." However, she hesitated.

"What is it Ray?" Jesse asked.

"I... I'll end my turn," Ray decided.

"Come on, Ray!" Jesse said. "I know that face down's your Call of the Haunted! I know what you plan on doin'!"

"But I can't risk Hope Dragon Bird's safety!" Ray exclaimed. She clutched her chest. "Somehow I can feel her sorrow! She's hurt! What if using that card is too risky?"

Jesse was surprised to hear that. "You sure care 'bout your Hope Dragons more than I care 'bout my Crystal Beasts." He drew a card. "But don't worry. I understand what you're tryin' to do."

"Really?" Ray asked.

Jesse nodded in response. "But don't you worry. We'll take Trapper down together. I just know it."

Ray smiled softly. "Thanks Jesse," she said.

"Don't mention it," Jesse said. "Now for my next turn, I think I'll switch Emerald Turtle back to attack mode. Now take out his Blast Hound, Emerald Turtle!"

Emerald Turtle got into his shell and spun it around, shooting out green curved blades that destroyed the third Infernal Hound, crippling Trapper’s Life Points from 1300 to 700. Jesse then declared a direct attack with Topaz Tiger, securing a win for him and Ray. Trapper laid on the ground due to getting clawed by Topaz Tiger; he couldn’t believe that she had determined a way to turn the duel in their favor. If she hadn’t interfered, I would’ve been the victor, he thought to himself. His eyes glanced at the capsules where Hope Dragon Bird and Sapphire Pegasus were and shifted to his shirt pocket when he suddenly had an idea. He might have lost the duel, but there may be another way for him to get what he wants. Desperate times call for desperate measure, he stated in his head.

As the monsters and face-down cards disappeared (with the exception of Ray’s Hope Dragons), Jesse and Ray were about to walk towards Trapper when orange light began to glow from the Bio-Bands. The energy drain took a toll on both male Duelists, resulting in the Crystal Beast user to fall down on his knees.

"Don't move!" Trapper exclaimed, holding up a familiar card. "Or the little guy gets it!"

Ray and a weakened Jesse gasped in shock at what the drained Trapper was holding: the stolen Jerry Beans Man! The latter had barely enough energy to sit up, but he could only support himself with one knee; shortly after that, the spirit of Jerry Beans Man appeared next to Trapper, which was only visible to him and Jesse. Although Ray may be able to communicate with Duel Spirits and not actually see them, she was convinced that the captured spirit residing in that card was still there. But for how long though?

"I might not be able to see Duel Spirits, but I know stealing someone else's card is wrong!" Ray exclaimed. "Now unhand that card before-"

"Gotcha!"

A voice echoed throughout the empty room where the trio were and it instantly sounded recognizable to Ray and Jesse. They all looked up to see Jaden holding onto a rope and swinging his way across the room. His extended legs kicked Trapper back onto the floor, losing his grip onto the Jerry Beans Man card. Right as Jaden landed, he saw it gliding through the air and managed to grab it.

"It's all good," Jaden said. "I got him. He's okay. Now go save your Pegasus!"

"Alright," Jesse said. "Now I summon Sapphire Pegasus!"

But Trapper let out a laugh. "Ya really think that could help?"

"Maybe not," Jesse said. "But I noticed Ray was plannin' the same strategy, so I suspect she was on to somethin'."

He briefly looked at Ray, who nodded her head because she was glad he caught on to her strategy during their duel. She didn’t want to take any risks playing her face-down card because she feared her dragons would get captured; fortunately, Jesse knew why she was hesitant on playing that card: they needed to find the right moment to free their monsters, which was why she relied on effect damage as a way to win. However, now that the duel was over, the other Hope Dragons were going to be safe. She could finally put her plan into action.

"In response to Sapphire Pegasus being summoned, I activate the Trap card Call of the Haunted!" Ray declared. "This will allow me to retrieve Hope Dragon Bird from my Graveyard! So take flight once more, Hope Dragon Bird!"

The cards were the keys to the Duel Spirits’ survival as they harness the energy from the Duel Monster Spirit World in order to exist in the real world. Trapper’s capsules prevent the spirits from gaining that energy and seeks to terminate them, but that was not the case for Hope Dragon Bird and Sapphire Pegasus. With the cards summoned onto their owners’ Duel Disks, their capsules started to glow purple and sapphire blue respectively before shattering the glass and soaring onto their individual sides of the field. Jaden, Jesse, and Ray were all glad that the two monsters were finally free, much to the hunter’s shocked dismay.

"Welcome back, buddy," Jesse told Sapphire Pegasus.

"It's great to see you again, Hope Dragon Bird," Ray said as the other three Hope Dragons were reunited with their sister.

"My sisters... It is so good to see you again."

"Aw, we missed you too, sis!"

"We couldn't stand letting you get hurt."

"Just don't do something that reckless again, okay?"

Bird couldn’t help it; she was determined yet stubborn, but she was going to make sure serious situations like that don’t happen to her or her sisters from now on.

Wait, did Ray actually hear her Hope Dragons speak?

Hope Dragon Flower quickly noticed Ray's surprised expression. "Uh, my sisters..." she said. "I think our mistress is staring at us."

The other three Hope Dragons noticed Ray. "Mistress Akaba, why are you looking at us with such a peculiar expression?" Hope Dragon Bird asked.

"You... You can talk..." Ray stammered a bit.

"Well duh!" Hope Dragon Wind exclaimed. "We're not savages!"

"But your voices..." Ray said. "Why do they sound just like my own voice?"

She was right; they do sound like her own voice, but they were rather different from one another. They each have varying pitches based on their personalities that help make themselves more individually noticeable to the Duelists. Hope Dragon Flower's voice was cheerful and bubbly, Hope Dragon Moon's voice sounded stern and rather serious, Hope Dragon Wind's voice made her sound cutesy, and Hope Dragon Bird spoke in a melodic and soothing tone.

"It's like what you said during our duel," Hope Dragon Moon explained. "We're pieces of your soul. Our spirits are forever bounded to yours."

"That is why you are our chosen mistress," Hope Dragon Bird said. "When we combine our powers, we create a ray of hope for a bright future."

"And it's our job to keep that ray of hope shining bright," Hope Dragon Flower continued.

"Besides, some of us have taken a liking to your boyfriend's dragons," Hope Dragon Wind added, sneaking glances at Hope Dragons Flower and Moon.

Ray immediately knew that Wind was referring to Odd-Eyes Dragon and Starving Venom Fusion Dragon. She had no idea Flower and Moon harbored feelings for them. But what about Wind and Bird? They haven’t met their crushes yet, but based on what was already given, she had a feeling Michael will receive two more dragons in the future.

"Michael..." Ray said, her expression changing to that of sorrow. "I hope he's alright."

"Don't worry," Hope Dragon Moon said. "I suspect that he's still sleeping. But for now, we have to focus on defeating this new threat."

Ray smiled softly. "Thanks guys," she said. Then in a flash of light, the dragons disappeared as she deactivated her Duel Disk.

"Congratulations Ray!" Jaden happily said. "You can finally communicate with your Hope Dragons!"

"Wait, you guys didn't hear what they said?" Ray asked.

"Not one bit," Jesse answered. "All I heard were a buncha roars and growls."

"Same here," Jaden said.

Ray glanced at the still-unconscious Trapper. "At least he's taken care of," she said. "So with that diversion out of the way, let's meet up with the others."

Right as Jaden and Jesse agreed to find the others, Trapper started to awaken a little. The three turned around to see him as he was about to explain something to them. He used to have a connection with the Duel Spirits like them, especially Jesse, until he became a victim of losing that connection one day. Now he ruthlessly hunts those spirits and drains them of their energy as a way to fill the void of his past until the day he met Professor Viper.

“You met Viper?” Jesse asked in surprise.

“I did,” Trapper responded. “And he promised me that if I helped him out, I could get my hands on the ultimate spirit. If I wanted, the Rainbow Dragon could be all mine, so I took him up on his offer.” He then closed his eyes.

“You tell us where Viper is!” Jesse exclaimed before wincing in pain from the sudden energy drain he suffered a bit earlier. Jaden and Ray held him in their arms just as he was about to collapse.

“Jesse,” they both said.

“What’s happening?”

The trio looked back at Trapper, who was now in some sort of dark, shadowy, purple realm in his eyes.

“What’s going on?” Trapper asked as his question started to echo. He then saw six glowing white orbs of light float towards him yet he knew what they are. “Oh. It’s the spirits I trapped…and they’re coming to get me!”

Those spirits revealed themselves to be Gokipon, Treeborn Frog, Petit Angel, Thunder Kid, Key Mace, and Watapon and they are out for revenge. Trapper gasped out of fear as the spirits engulfed him in an aura of white light. “Looks like…I’m done trapped……in…”

The white light flashed from where his body laid and grew brighter until he vanished from the room.

“Where did he go?” Jaden asked.

“He just plumb disa—“ Before Jesse could finish, he fell limp again and started to breathe heavily.

“Jesse, you okay? Let me help,” Jaden stated.

“It’s cool. I’ll be okay,” Jesse replied. “What do you say we go hunt down Viper and put an end to all this?”

Jaden and Ray both nodded in agreement. “Alright. But first, let’s go find the others,” Jaden said. “We gotta go and make sure nothing has happened to them.”

[elliotthezubat]

DEATH CITY DAYS CHAPTER 30

bliiiinded by the light~

and asakusa

Izuku: *struggling to get up* "What is that voice..." Iida: *holding his head* "Ow..." -a hand grabs iida's face where his eyes are- light bringer: let me enlighten you, child. -a bright blinding light is released from the hand- Iida: "AAAAAAAAAAAAA--" Izuku: "Iida!" ochako: there! *points to where the light flashed* Iida: *clutching his face* "It burns!" Izuku: "!!! Iida!" *tries to approach Dabi* ochako: *rolls* *kick* RELEASE! *kicks light bringer in the face* HYAH! Iida: *on the floor, screaming, removing his hands* "Turn off the lights! Turn them off!" ochako: iida! *glares at light bringer* oh you are TOAST bucko! Dabi: "Jeez, such poor sports..." *ignites another flame, tossing it towards Ochako's feet and at Iida* Izuku: "!!! No!" *swings a fist at the flame...* momo: !! MIDORIYA LOOK OUT! sachi: *aims with her claws* *grins* Izuku: "?!!!" *fireball and claws coming at him...* Izuku: ("Got to time this just right...") *swings his fist--the swiftness of the wind throwing the fireball off its path and towards Sachi...but breaking his arm* sachi: !!! GYAAAH!! yuuji: SACHI!! sachi: *collapses in pain* Izuku: "Aaahh!" *holding his broken arm, but standing* Dabi: "...Okay, first off, that is that Broccoli Boy's fault, not mine, Yuuji." yuuji: *holding sachi* kurogiri! get us out of here! Dabi: "What?! But I'm not finished with my new toy--" Kurogiri: "DABI! We leave, now!" *opens Warp Gate for Sachi and Yuuji* yuuji: *picks her up and heads through the gate* light bringer: *exits* Dabi: *glares at Izuku* Izuku: *glaring* Dabi: *turns to walk away...* Izuku: "I'M NOT DONE WITH YOU!" -the garage door opens- momo: !!! Dabi: "??? Oh, no, compan--" Izuku: "AAAAAH!" *SMASHES HIS FIST into Dabi's head, knocking him into the Warp Gate* Kurogori: o_o *warps away* worker:....what the- ochako: iida! are you ok?! Iida: "Turn off the lights! I can't see with these bright lights on!" ochako: !!! momo: *covers her mouth* CALL THE HOSPITAL! -and so- Izuku: *his arms are broken...again* ochako: how are they? Doctor: "...He is blind. In both eyes." ochako: *tearing up* Doctor: "Damage to the cornea is severe. Even with a Recovery Quirk, the strain on his body could kill him..." momo:...... Doctor: "...I'm sorry. I do not see how his vision will repair." eijiro: isnt there anything we can do? Doctor: "We will be keeping your friend for monitoring to see whether his condition changes." eijiro:..... momo: until he recovers, i'll take over as class rep in his absence. Doctor: "Tenya is resting right now. I don't know when he will be ready for visits." momo: understood. -elsewhere- Spirit: *reviewing the files* "And now they are targeting student doing errands..." marie: this is just awful... Stein: "Witches at least can be sensed. These Quirk beings...they are a challenge." marie: even then, witch attacks are rare these days....dont they usually keep to themselves? Stein: "Yes, which makes these persons worse. How do we respond to such power persons? Even with our own alliances with superheroes, we can't stop all villains." -elsewhere- Relan: *writing a letter, having just fed Buttons* mikami: mr relan? there's a delivery for you. Relan: "!!! Oh..." -it was stationary from his mother- Relan: "...This is the mail?" mikami: this was all that came for you..maybe tomorrow? Relan: "...Why did she send this?" mikami: isnt it normal for parents to send things to their children when they are away? Relan: "...'Normal...parents...' Sorry, thank you, Mikami." *looking down* mikami:...well...see you.... Relan: *nods* "Yes...Thank you. I appreciate it." -elsewhere- Iris: *relaxing in bath* "Mmm...It is nice to have actual plumbing repaired...* -elsewhere in the building- nozomi:......... Akitaru: "...Hi." nozomi:....good evening. Akitaru: "...Hungry? I was making some dinner." nozomi:....i'll just have omelette rice... Akitaru: *smile* "You got it." -in asakusa- kabuki: *walking through town* Tsukiyo: *examining rabbit good luck charms* Benimaru: *handing snacks to the girls* hinata + hikage: *nom nom nom* fang-hua: hehe, cute. Benimaru: *small smile* Tsukiyo: *pout* "I wanted a snack..." fang-hua: here, you can have this one. Tsukiyo: *pouts, as she takes the snack with her mouth and just starts chewing* "nom nom..."' fang-hua: ^^ (thinking: perhaps she's just a kid at heart?) Tsukiyo: *finishes eating* -\\\\- "Thank you, Fang-Hua. If only the Commander was as kind. He babies those two rugrats..." hikage + hinata: *pouty face* Benimaru: "...Don't insult them. Or I will have you running laps for hours." Tsukiyo: ^^; "I would do whatever you ask, Sir~" fang-hua: =___=; (thinking: you have to be kidding me...) Benimaru: -_-; "You have a bug in your hair." Tsukiyo: o______o *loud shriek* fang-hua: *trying not to chuckle* commander, that was just mean. Benimaru: "And yet wholly necessary." Tsukiyo: *putting her hands through her hair* "Is it out?! Is it gone?!!" kabuki: hmm? is something the matter here? Benimaru: "Yes. Sorry. Tsukiyo was simply being disruptive--" Tsukiyo: Q_Q "You're so mean..." -elsewhere- Kid: *playing with Shiori* "Where's the teddy bear?" shiori: *points to behind kid* Kid: "You mean..." *pulls out Teddy* "...this teddy bear?" shiori: *shiny eyes* Kid: *hangs Teddy Bear to Shiori* Kid: "Here you are." shiori: *hugs* ^^ Kid: "You like your teddy bear, Shiori?" *smiles* shiori: yeah! Kid: *claps* "Yay!" stocking: she's a really smart girl. Kid: *smiles* ("...So would our child...") shiori: ^o^ Kid: *picks up Shiori, smiling at her and Stocking* "Isn't she so cute?" stocking: she is! Kid: "Hee hee...So cute and smart and such a great baby sister!" stocking: hehe~ Kid: "..." *blushes at Stocking, as he continues playing with Shiori* -elsewhere- sachi: *bandaged up* i liked that shirt... TT-TT Dabi: "I liked my face, before that Broccoli Stalk punched me! Fuck, that hurt." yuuji: .....you ok sachi? sachi: a little bit....still sore, but alive. yuuji: thank fuck..... Dabi: "Oh, gee, why don't you kiss her bruise to make her feel better." sachi: *fist tightens* >8( Dabi: "...Don't get mad at me. I aimed appropriately. You're the one who got in my way." yuuji: just ignore him... sachi: ...hmph.... 7n7 Kurogiri: "Dabi, I suggest you stop harassing our colleagues and see how the Priest is..." Dabi: "Fine..." -the door to light bringer's room is locked from the inside- Dabi: "Hey, Light Bulb? You okay in there?" -muffled praying is heard- Dabi: *listening to the prayer* "Jeez, how much can a guy pray?" himiko: weeelllll xey used to be a priest....old habits die hard right?....mehehehehehehe... get it? habits? like a nun?...........i thought it was funny. Dabi: -_-; "No." sachi: *cringes* yuuji: *hugs her* its ok, babe. Dabi: "Well, as long as Priest doesn't blind someone here, fine, keep praying." sachi:.......... -elsewhere- Black Star: *doing push-ups* madoka: *timing him* Black Star: "234, 235, 236..." sayaka: *doing the jumps course* Black Star: *gets to 250, stops* "Woo..." *lies on his back* madoka: nice timing...i dont know what your last record was, but i think you did good. Black Star: *nods* "Yeah...Not my best, but I did it..." sayaka: I DID IT! AND I DIDNT MESS UP! Black Star: *sits up, smiles* "Good work." sayaka: ^^ *thumbs up* Black Star: *opens up a mini-cooler, passing out drinks* "Good workout." sayaka: yeah. Black Star: *sips, takes off his sweaty shirt, keeps drinking* "Should be ready for school physical exam competitions." sayaka: yep *puffs out chest* >u< madoka: ^^; Black Star: *finishes his drink, sighs* sayaka: *looks at posters on the bulliten board for events* *Posters for tournament exhibitions, local conventions, a cooking competition...* -elsewhere- Hibana: *looking at news* "Monstrous villains." gabriella: we should check on the other brigades, make sure they're alright. Hibana: *nods* "I agree." *forms a small flame* "Let's be safe heading to the first one, okay?" gabriella: *she nods* -and so, at the first- Burns: "We are fine. Thank you." *turns away* Karim: *frowns, nods to Gabriella and Hibana* "Thank you for visiting, Sir." gabriella:... well....that was, with all due respect, rude. pearl:...... -at the 3rd- Giovanni: *wheeeeeeeeeeeeze* Hibana: -______-; -at the 7th- Tsukiyo: o______o "HOLY CRAP, YOU ARE HIBANA!" Hibana: *smiles* "Yes, I am--" gabriella: the one and only! Tsukiyo: "May I touch you?" Hibana: "..." *nods to Gabriella* "Take care of her." -SHORYUKEN!- Tsukiyo: X_____X *bounces into a wall and off it, like a bunny, landing on the floor* "Owie..." fang-hua: o-o; Benimaru: "...Oh. Ohime. Hello. What'd you want?" Hibana: "These reports of villains." *looks to Fang-Hua* "How are things here?" fang-hua: fairly normal for the most part. Benimaru: "We are still addressing cases of artificial humans, which is deeply concerning." *narrows eyes* "Do you know about this?" Hibana: *meets look* "None. But if villains got there hands on it, that would be a concern for all of us." Benimaru: "...Hmph." -with the 8th and squad 0- Iris: "Oh! Sister!" *hug* Hibana: *smile, hug* shinra: heyyyyy hibanaaaa.... *nervous smile and sweats* pleasedontbreakmyspine. miwa: oi, hibana! great to see you! Hibana: *smiles at Miwa* "Likewise, dearie..." *small frown at Shinra, whispers* "You hurt my sister?" shinra: no of course not! maki: oh, hey hibana, hey to you too gabs. gabriella: *smiles* is commander oubi in? miwa: yeah, he just got back with groceries a few minutes ago. Akitaru: *holding ten heavy boxes of groceries in his arms, stacked atop each other* "Oh, Hibana, Gab. Hey. Let me just set these down..." Hibana: o____o Arthur: *struggling to carry five bags into the kitchen* gabriella: (thinking: commander oubi....is he even human?!) Hibana: "We, um...Miwa, is everything okay here? After the villains' attack against DWMA students, we wanted to check on the other Brigades." miwa: ...for the most part yeah. misora: *listening* Hibana: " 'The most part'? Has someone been attacking Brigade members?" Arthur: *overhearing, shuddering* miwa: *she looks at oubi with concern* Akitaru: "We've had difficulties here. Even after recovering Arthur, attacks have persisted. Now we see...in-fighting, among ourselves, even between the 1st and the 3rd..." Hibana: *looks at Gabriella* gabriella: thats unfortunate, is there anything we can do to help? nozomi:........... Akitaru: "...Time." gabriella: hmm? shinra: *working on something* Akitaru: "The one thing any team needs to get through, on their way to being stronger, forgiving each other...forgiving ourselves." Hibana: *looks at Iris* "..." Arthur: *looking at Shinra* shinra: *he's working on a chart it looks like?* Arthur: "Looks complicated, between all the different Brigades, then adding the DWMA, the Heroes..." -there are 3 categories; nope, okay?, and cool- -in nope; burns and dia. in okay? foien, ruby, and kishiri. in cool; takeru, karim, pearl, mikami, ryuuko, relan (who has a heart next to him), all of squad 0, hibana, and gariella.- shinra:.....if im gonna add them im going to need a bigger piece of paper to work with. <:( Arthur: "..." *takes pen, moves Kishiri to "Nope"* shinra: *chuckles* gabriella: *looks* you got burns' eyepatch on the wrong side. Hibana: "And he needs devil horns..." tamaki: *snickers at the dog ears on dia* Iris: "Better not let the 1st see this chart..." shinra: karim and pearl are good though, foien and ruby i dont know that much Iris: "It's too bad we can't do something to get to know them better...like a shared barbecue party." Hibana: -_-; maki: i notice there isnt too many people from the 4th, 6th, and 7th brigades on here.... Arthur: "Maybe...what if...THEY DON'T REALLY EXIST?!!" tamaki: *chop* -_-; Arthur: T_T "Ow..." Hibana: "Hmm..." *tracing a finger along the Branches* "Allies...opponents...and undecideds. I wonder..." miwa: hmm? Hibana: "Perhaps we need to make allies of those in the unknown category. Build up alliances." maki: sounds like a good idea. Hibana: *small smirk* "Of course, I have my ways of convincing them~" shinra: what do you think commander? Akitaru: *nods* "We can try approaching the 7th..." maki: that sounds as good an idea as any. tamaki: we dont know where the 4th and 6th's bases are, but we know the 7th is in asakusa town. Arthur: "Quite a travel..." shinra: *checking a map* on the outside, death city looks so small....but inside it's massive... miwa: i'll send misora, padma, and serina along with you for negotiations and moral support. Akitaru: "Good plan." miwa: while you guys go, me, sayu, and nayumi will keep watch on the homefront for ya. *wink and a grin with a thumbs up* Akitaru: *small chuckle* "Thanks." Hibana: "??? Very well." shinra: ?? misora: im looking forward to going with you, that way i get to see BENI-CHAN~!<3<3<3 >w< Arthur: "...'Beni'?" padma: *chop* she means commander shinmon. misora: owie! >.< shinra: you mean that rude guy from the confrence with the weird eyes?.....*ahem* no offence, hibana. Hibana: *serene smile but temper twitch* "Yes, because I am a *rude woman with weird eyes*, right...?" shinra: *sweating* gabriella: easy now, princess. calm breaths. Iris: *pulling Hibana back* "Please, don't!" Hibana: *small growl as she lets them pull her back* shinra: *cowering behind tamaki* tamaki: -_- you weenie. Iris: *pout at Shinra for hiding behind Tamaki* Hibana: "Very well. Miwa, Gorilla--" Akitaru: -_-; Hibana: "I leave it to you." shinra: *jumps back from tamaki* r-right. tamaki:....*realizing shinra was going to sacrifice her to hibana's fury* D8< Iris: o_o "I would run..." Hibana: *nods* "I agree. She's going to kill you." shinra: *already fled* tamaki: *voice of legion* I AM GOING TO EVISCERATE YOU!!! D8< Arthur: "He moves fast for a scrawny guy..." Takehisa: -_- "I do not look forward to cleaning the blood off the walls...again." gabriella: O-O;; Iris: *praying* "Don't let him die, don't let him die..." -elsewhere- Kid: *hug* lord death: *head pats* Kid: "Hee hee...Feeling okay?" lord death: i've been well. how about you, son? Kid: *smiles* "Happy to be home...and looking forward to the future." lord death: *he nods* graduation is just around the corner... Kid: "Yes...It's a long time." lord death: what do you want to do kiddo? after graduating? Kid: "Well, I will join the DWMA, if you will have me..." lord death: why of course! it is your birth right after all, haha! Kid: *blush* "I...want to earn that right, sir." lord death: *he smiles* i understand, kiddo. and you will. Kid: *nods* "I...also had another goal after graduation...Or a plan." lord death: oh? and what is that? Kid: "...Do you like Stocking?" lord death: she's quite the swell young lady. if she truly makes you happy, then i say she's a good match for you. Kid: "...That means so much to me. I'm sorry to say this, Father...but I had already decided before even asking you..." lord death: oh? and what is it? Kid: "...I want to ask Stocking to marry me." lord death: !! well it's about time! *smiles* Kid: -\\\\- "Do you have to say it like that..." lord death: *ahem*...*smiles* you're really growing up, kiddo.... im so proud of you. Kid: *smiles, blushes* "That means the world to me, Father." lord death: *he smiles* Kid: "I..." *inhales* "I want to do this right..." lord death: *pats him on the shoulder* im sure you will. Kid: "...I had wanted to speak with Mother as well...Mother and Mother. And Stocking's parents..." lord death: ah, i see. OH YUMI HONEY~ KID HAS GOOD NEWS FOR US~! Yumi: "???" *enters, holding Shiori* "What's going on?" Kid: "...I WANT TO ASK ST--!!" lord death: *covers his mouth* indoor voice kiddo Kid: "..." *nods, then clears his throat* "Mother...I want to ask Stocking to marry me..." Yumi: "..." *smiles* "I am glad to hear that." Kid: *smile* Yumi: "When do you intend to ask her?" Kid: "After graduation." shiori: kid! Kid: "Hee hee..." *whispers to Shiori* "Don't tell Stocking, though. It's a secret..." shiori: shhh. ^w^ Kid: *pats her head* "Good. Thank you." -elsewhere- Iida: (lying in bed) "..." -knock knock- ochako: hey iida... its us, you classmates.... Iida: "...Hello." *turns to get up--his hand slipping along the edge of the bed, but he is still in bed* "..." ochako:....we made you some omelet rolls. Iida: "..." *sniff* "They...smell good." ochako:... Iida: *reaches out...then remembers, frowns* ochako:....*she takes his hand and guides him* ..... Iida: "!!! I-I can do it..." ochako:....iida......*holding his hand gently, teary eyed* Iida: *hears her* "...Very well. I guess I will need the assistance until I can better locate what I cannot see." ochako:....here you go. *she holds omelet to his mouth* Iida: *leans forward, bites* ochako:..... -outside- Izuku: *walking around, still healing* tsuyu: hey izuku. how are you holding up? Izuku: "..." *shakes his head* tsuyu:...... Izuku: "I...failed." tsuyu: izuku... Izuku: "I should've known...and I couldn't it. A hero protects...and I didn't." tsuyu: you didnt know this would happen....even with quirks, we're still only human, give or take. Izuku: "...I can't look at Tenya without thinking...how much I screwed up." tsuyu:...did you want to go for a walk? Izuku: *nods* -elsewhere- Wes: *flips a coin* soul: heads! Wes: *catches coin* "Heads..." *frowns* "Well, I lost that one..." soul: looks like your taking out the trash tonight, haha! Wes: *pout* "Fine..." *bags the garbage* "Ugh, this smells so bad..." -morning- stocking:.....*sniffs something* hmm? kiddo? Kid: "Morning~" *he's in the apron...only the apron* stocking:.... o/////o nice. Kid: *chuckle* "I thought so." *flips pancake* stocking: *kiss on both cheeks* you're so damn good looking. Kid: *kisses her lips lightly* "Thanks." *small butt wiggle* "I'm trying to stay in shape." stocking: its payed off. *small smack to the butt* Kid: *small leap, giggle, blush* "Stocking!" stocking: hehe~ you're so attractive, kid. Kid: *smiles* "That means a lot..." *holds her hand* "I made pancakes...fruit bowls...bacon..." -at school- Kid: *reading a book for literature class...of love poetry* soul:....wow. Kid: "Hmm?" soul: n-nothing. Kid: *looking around, including at himself* -after school- shinra: so what did you want to do today, rel? *smiles* Relan: "O-oh...Um...I hadn't considered doing anything after school. I mean, I don't have to report back to the Brigade until this evening for clean-up...Um...Go for a walk?" shinra: maybe we could all go to the cafe together? Iris: "You mean...'the' cafe?" shinra: yeah, that one. *smiles* is that ok with you iris? Iris: *smiles* "I'd like that." Relan: *sweating a bit* shinra: it'll be ok. Relan: *walking with them* "I know...It's just that I haven't been there since we started...dating. And I haven't been there in a long time since starting at the 3rd." shinra: then i guess this is our first 'official' 'date' then? Iris: *blushes, smiles* "I'd say so. Let's make it a memorable one." Relan: "..." shinra: you ok? Relan: *nods* "I just don't want to screw up this date. I always screw important things up." Iris: "..." *holds Relan's right hand* shinra: it'll be ok rel. we love you, ok? Iris: "Yes, we do." Relan: *closes his eyes, nods* "Okay...Let's go." shinra: *hugs them* -elsewhere- Black Star: *deep breath* "Ahh...That feels better." kilik: nothing beats a good old trip to the hot springs. Black Star: "No kiddin'. Been too long since the last visit." kilik: yeah. Black Star: *swims a bit...* "Hmmm..." *looks at the dividing wall, the decorative bamboo around, other people at the hot spring* -elsewhere- Patty: *walking with Takeru, holding hands* "Ever have any pets growing up?" -elsewhere- Emine: *covered in red paint* mono:....do i want to know? Emine: "I upset far too many people today--and they had paint." mono:.....oh. Emine: "Yes. I need a shower. Move." mono: hmph... 7-7 Emine: *marches into the bathroom and takes off his shirt* Shotaro: *enters the house* "I'm home! Hey, Mono! How're you?" mono: fine... Shotaro: "Great!" *stretches* "Can't wait to relax this afternoon!" *marching upstairs...* -elsewhere- Iris: *looking at the menu* "Hmm...What are you two ordering?" shinra: i think i'll get some taiyaki. Iris: "Maybe some tea and a treat for me--" Relan: *stomach growls* -\\\\- server: and what can i get you 3 today? Relan: "...I'm pretty hungry. M-Maybe some fries, to start?" Iris: "I'll have the tea and a slice of banana bread." -later, elsewhere- Kid: *cleaning up his room...hiding something...* kirika: yo bro. Kid: "!!!" *hides it, smiles* "Hi! How are you?" kirika: good. *mocha has crawled onto her shoulder* Kid: *nods, closing his drawer* "And Mocha?" kirika: doing good too. mocha: *mreow* Kid: *smiles, reaching to try to pet Mocha* mocha: *nuzzles head into the palm of his hand and purrs* Kid: "Aww..." kirika: cute. Kid: *chuckle* "Well, I finished cleaning my room, and we have some time before dinner. What are you up to?" kirika: i might drop by and check on oriko. Kid: "...That would be good. Good luck." -later- shinra: that was great. =w= Relan: "Y-Yeah...The food was tasty..." *glancing around at employees in their outfits* Iris: *small smirk* "Enjoying the view?" shinra:...i still...have my outfit.... >/////> Iris: o_o "...Oh." Relan: -\\\\- "It is a good outfit..." -elsewhere- Black Star: *cooking rice* tsubaki: *watering plants, even though it looks like rain soon* Black Star: "Dinner's almost ready!" *taking down plates* tsubaki: ok! *looks at her garden* that should be enough for today...if it rains, its just a little extra... *nods and goes inside, locking the sliding glass door to the back yard behind her* Black Star: *puts out plates, serving beef stew and rice* "How're the plants holding up?" tsubaki: fairly well. i managed to get a small harvest of green peppers. Black Star: "Sweet." Black Star: *eating the meal* "So good..." tsubaki: *she smiles* Black Star: "Good meal, had a good time at the hot spring, and hope to get some good sleep. What're you up to this week?" tsubaki: i might do some shopping, maybe visit one of the shrines. Black Star: "Oh, cool. I'm gonna try to out-do my weight limit this week. Need any company at the shrine?" tsubaki: if you're interested, sure. Black Star: "Hee hee, cool!" *scoops up seconds already for himself* "What're you shopping for?" -later that evening- *Lightning in the sky...and it reveals someone hiding in shadows* ???: "The Fifth Brigade..." Hibana: *brushing her teeth* gabriella: *cleaning her glasses* Hibana: *smiles* "Such cute glasses~" gabriella: thank you. *she smiles* Hibana: *stretches* "Well, shall we turn in--" *CRASH* gabriella: ?! Hibana: *summons flame, looking out the bathroom to see shattered glass from the window* ???: *grabs Hibana, tossing her across the room* gabriella: HIBANA! *rushes after the foe with a baseball bat* ???: *dodging the swing of the bat* (woman's voice) "Think you can touch me, four-eyes?" gabriella: just who do you think you are?! ???: "The person who's going to kick the Princess's ass--" Hibana: *seizes ??? by the back of her neck* "Nope." *FIRE BLAST* ???: "!!!" *falls forward, in path of Gab's bat* gabriella: nice one! -BWONK- ???: "URK!" *knocked back into bed* "Owie..." gabriella: are you alright hibana? Hibana: *hugging her* "Yes, I am! Are you?" ???: *getting up* "Man...I just wanted to beat the Commander to show how awesome I am..." gabriella: *looks at the unnamed person* about my question from earlier, just who are you? ???: *takes off ski mask, showing a young teen girl* "I was dared by friends to break in and beat the Commander in a fight!" gabriella: is that so? *she looks at hibana* Hibana: "Then I guess you'll enjoy going to prison." ???: o_O Hibana: "You'll have a lot of fun. You have such nice skin that I'm sure you'll love the new tats your cellmate gives you--" ???: o_______O gabriella: .....dont you think that's a bit harsh? she's just a kid. Hibana: *mischievous glint* "Got to scare this little one straight~" ???: *on hands and knees* "Please don't send me to prison! I won't survive!" gabriella: o-o; (thinking: at least she didnt mention the showers.....*shudders*) Hibana: "Hmmm...Gabriella, do we have any tasks that need to be completed around the Brigade? Toilets to plunge? Garbage to take out? Kishiri's to discipline?" gabriella: *looks at the girl* got any skills? ???: "I can cook, clean, and know three languages!" *grabs Gabriella by the ankles, pleading* "Don't send me to prison!" Q~Q gabriella:....hey its ok...*looks at hibana as if asking for help* Hibana: "..." *nods* "You start tomorrow at 5 AM. If you aren't here, I send the cops to your house." *grabs the girl's wallet, which fell out of her pocket* "And I have your ID now, so don't think you're escaping my wrath. Okay, sweetie~?" ???: o_____o *nods* gabriella: *sweatdrop and looks at the card* Hibana: "Rino, huh?" gabriella: 'Rino Tamiya'... Rino: *nods* "That's my name! Please don't tell my parents!" -morning- Rino: "Y-Your c-c-coffee, P-Princess...and, um...Princess's girlfriend..." gabriella: thank you rino. but during work hours you can just call me Gabriella, or Gabi if you prefer. Rino: *nods* "Thank you, Miss Gabriella." Hibana: *smirks* "At least you make good coffee. Now, before you head off to school, you'll take out the trash and deal with--" Kishiri: "Hey, Commander. Gab. Tiny new person." Rino: -_-; Hibana: "...Rino, please dispatch with him." *Kishiri tossed out a window* gabriella: not bad. -at school- Kid: *flowery aura around him* soul: (thinking; yikes) Patty: *looking at the flowers around Kid...picks some off of the aura, puts them into a bouquet, and hands them to Takeru* liz:...im not even going to ask. Kid: "Isn't it so nice outside today? Maybe we could hold classes in the front quad?" Stein: "...No." -elsewhere in school- Iris: *tending to school garden* tsugumi: looks like the rain last night did some good. ao: indeed. Iris: "We'll be harvesting the pumpkins soon!" tsugumi: *she smiles*........*remembering pochi* ...... Anya: *pat on Tsugumi's back* Iris: *looking* "Wasn't Mio here a second ago?" mio: *in the bushes on her 3ds playing luigi's mansion* Meme: *pouting* "Hiding in the bushes, and all you can think of is video gaming?" mio:...*saves and puts the game back in her bag* sorry....im not the best with social stuff... Meme: *pat on the head* "It's okay..." mio: ....*blush* Meme: "Maybe I should get one of those. Then we can do multiplayer?" mio: that would be nice. Meme: *smiles* "I guess I'll be working more shifts to pay for that, then." Iris: *tending to some flowers* -elsewhere at school- Stein: "Next patient." denki: *his head is stuck inside of a basketball net* Stein: "...Well, fixing this will be a slam dunk--" *takes out a scalpel* denki: hah! XD kyouka: -_- just get him out of there. Stein: "Very well..." *slices the net loose* "But I'll need something to cut through the metal..." *pulls out...a chainsaw* denki: O-O kyouka: couldnt you just use a welding torch? Stein: -_-; "Fine...Spoil-sport..." kyouka: besides, if you did accidently preform brain surgery on him, you wouldnt have much to work with. denki: D: Stein: *snort* "Good one..." *finishes slicing the hoop off him* -elsewhere- Yohei: *yawn* "And code is...done." *closes laptop, looks to Chie* chie: good job, kiddo~ Yohei: "???" *walks over* "Can I get you anything, sweetie?" chie: im good. *she is looking at baby clothes on her phone* Yohei: *looks over her shoulder* "Anything good?" chie: what about this? *its a little dragon jumper* its so cuuute! Yohei: "Agreed--adorable." *kiss on the cheek* chie: hehe~ Yohei: *hugs her, pointing to a lion jumper* "Rowr..." chie: *chuckles* you're too adorable for your own good. Yohei: "So are you~" *kiss* "And guess how adorable our baby will be." -elsewhere- Jacqueline: *checking out books at the library* ef: *reading casually* ???: *sneaking up on Eternal Feather* ef: *unaware* Mineta: *deep breathing* "H-Hi..." ef: um..... o-o; hello? *confused* Mineta: "I like the glasses. Real sexy." ef: oh, um....t-thank you? *utterly confused* kim: *PUNCH* shoo you. ef: O-O;;; Mineta: *bounces across the book stacks--and slams head first into Hiro's groin* Hiro: ._____. *collapse* -at the bulliten board- liz: looks like the halloween dance is coming up. Kid: *flowery aura persists* Patty: "Should be fun! Need to finish up costumes!" stocking: hey kid, want to go to the dance with me? Kid: "!!! Oh, no--I-I forgot to ask! Y-Yes, of course!" stocking: hehe~ Kid: "Um...Regarding costumes..." stocking: have something in mind? Kid: "Would you like to have them match?" stocking: how about sailor moon theme? Kid: -\\\\\- *imagining Stocking in Sailor Moon outfit* "I think that would be an excellent theme." stocking: i was thinking her princess dress. Kid: *smiles* "You'll make an excellent Sailor Scout." stocking: hehe~ Kid: "I do have enough suits that I can re-tailor one for Tuxedo Mask..." stocking: *she smiles* Kid: "Just need the mask..." *whispers* "And maybe some Halloween candy for my sweetness~" stocking: hehehe~ i've been planning a little 'birthday surprise' for my special guy~ *kisses him on the nose* Kid: *smiles, blushes* "I appreciate that." yuu: ochako, do you have anyone you're going with? ochako:............*SWEATS* not sure. *Multiple students of various genders are looking at Ochako with shiny eyes* Mineta: *smiling creepily at Ochako* ochako: OwO;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;; yuu: if you intend to ask out my cousin, you'll need to single file in the library and i'll check your qualifications. ochako: YUU-CHAN! *covers her face* Mineta: "OUT OF MY WAY, PEASANTS!" *using his balls to bounce people away* Todoroki: "..." Bakugo: *eyeroll* yuu: *looks at mineta* next. eijiro: wow. that's actually pretty impressive. itsuka: yeah, no kidding. Mineta: Q___Q Bakugo: *scratching cheek nervously* "Dance, huh...You go to those kinds of things, Itsuka?" itsuka: it should be fun. you interested in going? Bakugo: "I guess...You know, see what it's like...So, I guess we're both going..." itsuka: great. see you there then. *she smiles* Bakugo: o_o "Y-Yeah..." -in the crowd- Monoma: *biting at a handkerchief to keep from screaming* Izuku: "..." tsuyu: izuku, do you know who you want to take yet? or do you plan to go without a date? pony: *that girl in class 1-B with horns* monoma-kun, are you ok? Monoma: *voice muffled* "FINE." Izuku: "...I don't know. Part of me wants to not go out..." tsuyu: well you do whatever makes you comfortable. *smiles* Izuku: "What about you?" tsuyu: not sure yet. i'm just rolling along the currents as the come along. Izuku: "Hmm...Let me know what you think..." -elsewhere in the crowd- Black Star: "Long line to date Ochako? Man, girl sure is popular today." soul: thats pretty impressive. Black Star: "Well, Tsubaki, got your costume ready?" tsubaki: *she nods* Black Star: "Ha ha! Awesome! Can't wait to show off my costume! Gonna win all the contests!" soul: yeah, i got a pretty decent costume too. Patty: "Can't wait to see everyone's! Be sure to pose--they'll have a professional photographer for special pics!" soul: neat. -later- Bakugo: *looking at Ochako* "Jeez, you look beat." ochako: +.+ yuuuuu-chaaan whyyyyyy. yuu: i'll look over the applications when i get home. Bakugo: "What, did you ask for their blood type, too?" ochako: *asleep on a bench* Bakugo: "Well, congrats on putting her to sleep. Need help getting her to her next class...or the nurse's office?" -later- Crona: "...Halloween...dance?" mami: yeah. there's lots of activities there as well. Crona: "Games?" sayaka: yeah, the school hosts it every year. its as big as prom and homecoming here from what i can see. Crona: "Is it scary?" mami: its ok, i'll be right with you. *she smiles* Crona: *smiles, nods* "Okay..." -later- Relan: "A dance..." *downcast* shinra: want to go with us? Relan: *nods* "I'm just...not a dancer." Iris: *blushing a bit* "Can't say I am either." shinra: its more than just the dance, there's also other stuff to do, like pumpkin carving, the haunted house, movies, all kinds of stuff. Relan: *flashback to a bad haunted house experience* "M-Maybe pumpkin carving, then..." shinra: sounds good. Relan: *nervous smile* Iris: "Maybe we can have a theme outfit?" shinra: *smiles* Relan: "A three-person theme? Um...Three Stooges? ...Sorry. That was stupid." -elsewhere- Akitaru: *filling out paperwork for travel* maki: *packing clothes for the trip* Takehisa: "We will have to be cautious in speaking with the Brigade." nozomi:...... Akitaru: "Nozomi?" nozomi:...*she looks up* i'll look after things here at the 8th. Akitaru: *looking at Maki* maki:...*pats her back* nozomi:...thank you miss oze. Akitaru: "...I think we should have someone else present at the 8th, to keep you company." nozomi: miss tsurumaki, sayu, and miss yokomine said they would stay here too... Akitaru: *nods* "Okay. That's good." shinra: we're home! Iris: *waves* "Hi, Nozomi!" Arthur: *claw marks along his face and arms* tamaki: arthur holy shit what happened to you?! Arthur: "I pissed off the wrong stray..." tamaki: i'll get you to miss sugihara. Arthur: T_T "Thank you..." Takehisa: "This is why you should avoid stray animals--they can be ruthless." tamaki: .... Arthur: "...It was a cute cat. Then it just got angry...and went for my face." shinra: give it sardines. tamaki: *SMACKS HIM* shinra: not even shocked. Iris: "!!! Are you okay, Shinra?" Arthur: *holding back a laugh* shinra: *thumbs up* Iris: *small smile of relief* "That's good." *pats his head* Arthur: "Just hope the peroxide doesn't sting too much this time..." -elsewhere- Kepuri: *looking at Halloween costumes* "This one! Very creepy and fashionable!" kepuri: it looks good. *he's just choosing something random* Assi: "Hmm...I never had much time for Halloween...What do you want to go as Z--" Zuno: *dressed as a zombie* "Brains..." Assi: X____X "HE DIED AGAIN?!" chie: *has a sweater with a pumpkin on where her stomach is* Shotaro: "Okay, but what if the baby comes out and is a literal Jack O'Lantern?" mana: *chop* i think i might get this one. *wolf girl style* ???: *a man with a hockey mask and a large axe appears behind Mana* mana: EEEEEK!! *??? removes mask: It is Emine* Emine: "Bad deed complete. Also, you now owe me candy for that trick." *holds out open hand* mana: TnT lin: *in a stylish looking stitched dress* Emine: o_o "...Stitches?" lin: i thought it looked really cute~ nea: oh! *she picks out a dress of her own........sexy snow white* Emine: "You aren't wrong." lin: hehe~ Shinoda: "..." ("OHMYGODOHMYGODOHMYGOD") *grabs shop owner by the collar* "Prince Charming outfit. Now." clerk: sorry, we're sold out. Shinoda: "THEN I WILL TAKE OFF YOUR SKIN AND WEAR IT AS MY OUTFIT..." Shotaro: o_____o Emine: "...Jesus Fuck..." -chop- chie: calm down you. -_-; Shinoda: *collapsed against the cash register* Emine: "...The unconscious man will take this outfit--" *points in the catalog* "I am sorry. He is a very nasty man." lin: he's totally cucco! Emine: *nods* "He will look quite handsome in the chicken costume..." Shinoda: @___@ -elsewhere- Jacqueline: *frowning at Kim* kim: what? Jacqueline: *points to the garbage can, where a lone potato chip bag is next to it* "You need to actually put the garbage _into_ the can." kim: alright! sheesh... *she puts it away* so what did you want to do for halloween? Jacqueline: "In addition to volunteering for the dance committee, I don't know...There will be other parties, too." kim: *sweatdrop* i meant for your costume. Jacqueline: "...Oh. I have been so busy with classes, work, and extracurriculars--" *opens the costume catalogue in front of Kim* "Hmm...No pumpkins, most certainly not. Maybe someone from an anime?" kim: *light bulb* i know the perfect costume! Jacqueline: "???" kim: *shows a pic* ta-dah~! Jacqueline: "Um...I-I don't know...Could I actually pull that off?" kim: yeah, you're both really smart. *she smiles* plus that cape would be super cute! Jacqueline: -\\\\- "I suppose I could try it..." -elsewhere- Black Star: *struggling to win at Smash Bros* sayaka: come on marth dont fail me now! Black Star: *tapping the button* "Falcon Punch, FALCON PUNCH, FALCONPUNCHGODDAMNITTOHELLANDBACKMOTHERF--" tsubaki: *watching* Black Star: *gets the Smash Ball* "Yes! Prepare to die, motherf--" *rustle* Black Star: "Huh?" *looks away from the TV screen* sayaka: *looks outside* Black Star: *not looking at the game--and the timer runs out* Announcer: "The winner is...MARTH!" Black Star: *still looking outside* -bushes rustle again- Black Star: *slides door open* *A fox pops out of the bushes* sayaka: its just a fox... arent you just cute! Fox: *approaches cautiously* Black Star: *frowning* tsubaki:....? Black Star: "Foxes native to Death City?" sayaka: i think so? we have fennec foxes in the desert....but then again, we have talking cats and other creatures living here, so foxes shouldnt be too out of the question... Fox: *approaches Sayaka...stomach growls* tsubaki:.... tsubaki: *places some berries in a dish and leave it outside* here you go... Fox: "!!!" *happily dines on the berries* Black Star: "..." *frowns* sayaka: awwww, how adorable! *snaps pics* Fox: *almost seems to be smiling for the camera* Black Star: "Man, don't feed the wild animal...He'll be back for more food..." sayaka: *too distracted by the cuteness* Black Star: *pout* Fox: *approaches Tsubaki, panting like an excited dog* tsubaki: *awkward head pets* ^^; you're sure affectionate, arent you? Fox: *licking the palm of her hand* tsubaki: ^^; that tickles! Black Star: >-< Fox: *rubbing against her leg* Black Star: "...You're both just encouraging this flea-bag..." soul: ...... sayaka: *cheek tug* oh dont be such a sour puss! >n< Fox: *backs away from Tsubaki, rolling onto his back with his belly exposed* Black Star: *muffled* "I'm just saying, this thing seems weird. Probably got rabies...* tsubaki: hehe...*rub rub* Fox: *panting excitedly, rolling along his back* kilik: maybe it's someone's pet or something that got lost, check if it has a collar or something. Black Star: (sotto voce) "If only..." (louder) "I don't see a tag..." sayaka: then maybe it has one of those tracker tattoo thingies? Fox: "?!!!" Black Star: *smirk* "Take him to the vet. Then maybe can also have him neutered." Fox: o______o sayaka: its ok little guy. *reaches out* Fox: *hides behind Sayaka* sayaka: *tries to catch him* Fox: *leaps away* sayaka: aww..... Fox: *hides in bushes* ("Damn it! I didn't even get to nuzzle against her bosom in her sleep!") tsubaki: .... *she closes the door and locks it, the dish of berries still on the porch* Fox: "..." *stomach growling* ("I'll get the rest of the berries later tonight...Maybe spy on her in the window...") Black Star: "Weirdo fox...Next thing you know, a bear'll be breaking down the door to this place." -later- Fox: *watching through window, hidden in shadows...* tsubaki: *asleep* Fox: ("She's so pretty when she sleeps...") *examining the window* -its open slightly, but seems to have the window stoppers on to prevent it from being opened all the way- Fox: "..." *sticks snout in, trying to pass through the narrow opening* otogiri: shall i or not? Fox: *nods "Yes, do it"* -click click- -sliiiiiide- Fox: "..." *grins, as he steps in* tsubaki: zzzzzz..... Fox: *walks in slowly, quietly...reaches foot of her bed* Fox: *leaps onto her bed, landing just next to her feet* tsubaki: *rustles, but still sleeps* *Still in fox form [for now], walking along her until he can see her face* Fox: ("So pretty...") tsubaki: zzzzz...... *Transforms slowly into human form, his hands reaching to seize her body* tsubaki: nnn...... nii-san.... Mr. Tsubaki: *wrapping his arms around her, stroking her back* tsubaki: *muttering in her sleep* Mr. Tsubaki: *listens, putting his ear to her lips* tsubaki: bro....ther.....im....sorry.... Mr. Tsubaki: "???" (" 'Brother'?") tsubaki: zzzzz..... Mr. Tsubaki: *grins* ("I will give you all that you need...All you need is me...") *his hand strokes downward...* tsubaki: *small wince as her eyes slowly open* .... Mr. Tsubaki: *pulls her closer to himself...* tsubaki:........*her eyes close...before snapping wide open in horror* !!! Mr. Tsubaki: *slams his mouth against hers* tsubaki: !!!! *slams blade arm into his stomach* Mr. Tsubaki: *pulls back, coughing blood* "Ow! H-Hey! That's not what's supposed to happen!" tsubaki: *kicks him off and screams loudly* Mr. Tsubaki: *lands on his back, a gaping hole in his abdomen* "Ow...I wanted to be for you--be your 'brother'..." Black Star: *calling from outside* "Tsubaki?!" tsubaki: IT'S HIM!! Black Star: "!!!" *kicks down door, jumps in, spots Mr. Tsubaki* "You!" Mr. Tsubaki: "...Hi. Could you help me? I'm bleeding." tsubaki: *whacks him with a hair brush* call the police!! Black Star: *snatches her phone from dresser* "911! Vampire home intruder!" Mr. Tsubaki: "Ow!" *grabs Tsubaki's wrist, squeezing* "You resist me?" tsubaki: get off! *kicking at him* Mr. Tsubaki: *grabs her throat, turning her onto her back as he straddles over her* "I promise to make this work..." tsubaki: !!! tsubaki: *PWOOF* *smoke bomb mode and rolls out of the room* Mr. Tsubaki: *coughing, standing--* *FOOT TO THE TEETH* Black Star: "Take this!" Mr. Tsubaki: *knocked head-first into the floor* Black Star: "Tsubaki?!" tsubaki: i-im ok... otogiri: *her strings reach into the room* how troublesome... Black Star: "Can you transform?" Mr. Tsubaki: *eyes burning, coughing blood* "I am here to please you..." tsubaki: anything you have in mind? Black Star: "Cut off his fucking head!" Mr. Tsubaki: *snort* "Would make it easier for me..." tsubaki: *sword mode* Mr. Tsubaki: *smirk, standing, stumbling* "I'm not so easy to put down. I am immor--!" *SLICE* Mr. Tsubaki: "...Shit." *sliced in half* -otogiri's threads grab the halves and go out the window- Mr. Tsubaki: *shouting* "Thank you for the berries~!" tsubaki:......*horrified* Black Star: "...My god..." tsubaki:.....i think....its time to move into a new house.... Black Star: *looks at the destruction to her room* "..." *nods* -a few days later- Black Star: "That's the last one..." tsubaki: ..... *she looks around* Black Star: "...Tsubaki...I..." tsubaki:...*she kisses him, tearfully* Black Star: "!!!" *tries pulling back a bit* tsubaki: .... *blush* s-sorry....i just...*sighs* Black Star: "..." *kisses her back* tsubaki:....*blushing and enjoying the moment* thank you...after he did that to me.....i want this to be my first... Black Star: "Y-Yeah, same for me...I mean, except that time I kissed Soul's blade...That doesn't count. At all. Ever." tsubaki:...*soft chuckle* Black Star: "..." *smiles back, blushes, holds her hand* tsubaki: so...whats the new neighborhood like? Black Star: "Kind of a Japanese traditional setting. Mifune's house ain't too far away. Nice shrine nearby. Hot spring. Lots of markets." tsubaki: *she smiles* Black Star: "After we unpack, we can go for a walk...relax..." tsubaki: i would like that. -elsewhere- Rino: *holding an icepack to her eye* -_-; Hibana: ~_~ "I said I was 'sorry.'" gabriella: *pap pap* Rino: "I didn't realize the Commander was so jumpy when I bring coffee..." Hibana: "Well, jeez, you're so quiet! Like, ninja-assassin quiet! And I'm sure that eye won't--" Rino: *removes icepack, showing black eye* Hibana: "...Nevermind." gabriella: O-O;; Rino: *pout* "I guess I deserve that for breaking in before. But I expect a raise." Hibana: *whispers to Gabriella* "I thought we weren't paying her..." gabriella:....hmmm...hey rino, make any new friends recently? Rino: "Well, the Angels are creepy but can hold a conversation. And I want to knock out Kishiri's fuck-boy mouth with a baseball bat." gabriella: maybe we could introduce you to members of other brigades. Rino: "...That would be nice. Since I'm not talking with my old friends since they dared me to come in here..." -elsewhere- Kid: *trying on tuxedo and mask...* liz: looks good. Patty: *thumbs up* Kid: *blushes* "I hope so...Have you two decided on your outfits?" Patty: "SEXY MASKED WRESTLER WHO KILLS GIRAFFES!" liz: *chop* we're going to be lucina and corrin from fire emblem. Patty: T_T "Still have to convince Takeru...and Wes." -elsewhere- Wes: *standing in a cape and with a sword* "...Is this too much?" soul: what the heck are you even supposed to be? Wes: "Someone from a video game Liz was playing--'Fire Emblem'?" Wes: " 'Robin,' I think?" soul: neat. Wes: "What's going to be your outfit, bro?" soul: i havent decided yet.... Wes: "You can always join in on our theme...although I don't really know Fire Emblem characters...Is Jigglypuff a Fire Emblem?" soul: no. -_-; Wes: "...Oh. You could dress as Zelda." -He doesn't know Link is not Zelda- soul: ....*sighs* Wes: "Would you like that? Go as Zelda? With the green hat and the bow and sword...and the elf ears? Or maybe a Waluigi. I like Waluigi." -elsewhere- Takehisa: *in a fluffy pink apron* "I baked brownies." shinra: thanks. *nom nom* Arthur: o_o "...Why the apron? Did you lose a bet?" *bites into brownie* "Mmmm~" Takehisa: "Yes, I did. Stop asking questions and eat your damn brownies." shinra: tasty ^^ Takehisa: "So, how are your love lives?" -mutliple spit takes- miwa: *sweatdrop* Arthur: "That's none of your business, sir!" shinra: GOOD GREAT JUST FINE! Takehisa: "Excellent." *holds brownie knife at both boys* "Because if you hurt your significant others, I will cut you both." shinra: OwO;;; Arthur: "Why would I get cut for Shinra's infidelity?! And I never cheated on Tamaki! We're not even officially dating because of Navel Boyfriend or whatever his name is!" shinra: *muttering* polyamory isnt cheating idiot... Takehisa: "Very well." *passes a brownie to Miwa* -elsewhere- Izuku: *outside the hospital* ochako: how is he? Izuku: "He's...got a lot to think about. They brought in that young computer technician..." ochako: and? Izuku: "..." *sighs* "Iida is considering ocular implants. Cybernetics." ochako: i see..... Izuku: "...I don't know what he must be thinking..." ochako:... Izuku: "...He seemed tired, so I didn't want to press it." -elsewhere- Mr. Tsubaki: "My tummy still hurts..." belkia: at least you didnt get chopped to bits...stupid hair stripes. *pouts* otogiri:.....that what you get.....for sneaking into her room.... Mr. Tsubaki: "You didn't see her as I did. She was crying for her brother--and I simply would fill that lost love inside her very soul." otogiri: *CHOP* bad tsubaki. bad. Mr. Tsubaki: Q_Q "So mean." otogiri: U.U Mr. Tsubaki: "In any case, I will need plenty of ginger ale for my tummy. And the new address for my darling Ts--" otogiri: *CHOP* behave. belkia: what about this war thing? we got that to do too ya goof! >3< Mr. Tsubaki: *sigh* "I want to be a lover, I say, but nooooooo, I got to be a warrior...Fine. Who are we hunting next?" -elsewhere- Black Star: *looking at the lake* "Kind of peaceful here..." *looking at autumn leaves* kyouko: oh, hey guys. Black Star: *smiles, waves* "Hey!!!" tsubaki: hey kyouko. kyouko: just finished my deliveries, how's the neighborhood doing you guys? tsubaki: its nice. Black Star: *nods* "Real quiet." kyouko: yeah, you know that girl ao from the NOT classes? her family shrine is in this neighborhood. Black Star: "Oh, that's what that shrine is?" kyouko: yeah, maybe you could check it out. Black Star: "Up for it, Tsubaki?" tsubaki: sure. -and so- midori: *sweeping the walkway and stone tiles* Black Star: *looking tentatively at the tiles* "...Do I walk here, or is it, like, some holy tile?" midori: its fine. *she smiles. something about her eyes seems familiar...* Black Star: "???" *looking at her eyes* "Hmm..." *gets closer* -she seems to have star patterns in her eyes- Black Star: "!!! YOU GOT STARS IN YOUR EYES!" midori: um, yes, my mom and sister have them too ^^; Black Star: *shows off his star tattoo* "I'm Black Star!" midori: ah, well it's nice to meet you. i think akane mentioned you now and again...and my sister does go to the DWMA as well, maybe you've met her? tsubaki: yes, a few times. midori: its good to know she's making friends ^^ Black Star: "So, this shrine is all yours?" midori: well, actually my mom is the head of the family, so she's the one in charge, but one day i'll inherit the shrine and the title of head of the family. Black Star: "Cool, cool...Can I ring that giant bell?" -elsewhere- Kid: *watching the sunset* stocking: it looks beautiful... *they're sitting on a swing in the garden* Kid: *smiles, nods* "So colorful." *holds her hand* stocking: *nuzzles* Kid: *puts an arm around her, nuzzles back* "Thank you for being here." stocking: any time kid. Kid: *hugs as they watch the sun set* "It's darker sooner and sooner this fall.' stocking: yeah...anything you want for your birthday? Kid: "Hmm...I don't know. Something to help with cleaning up around the house? A new identical suit?" *teasing voice* stocking: well i do have something in mind, but its gonna be a secret~<3 Kid: *chuckle* "Makes the gift more surprising~" stocking: *griiins* Kid: *kisses her cheek* stocking: hehe~<3 Kid: *kisses towards her lips* stocking: *smoooch~* Kid: *smooch* -morning- Kid: "Oh, Stocking..." stocking: *panting* that felt good..... Kid: *nods* "Agreed..." *kisses her shoulder* "So loving...so sensual...so hot..." stocking: *nuzzles* U/////U Kid: *holds her close* "You're so warm and comforting." *kisses her forehead* stocking: hehe~ do we have school today? Kid: *shakes his head "no"* stocking: up for round two~? Kid: *smirks* "How shall we start?" *his hand rests along her waist* -minutes later- stocking: mmmmmn~!!<3 *she's blindfolded with her wrists tied behind her back* Kid: "I have a new plaything for you~" *a vibration can be heard* stocking: *shaking her rear* Kid: *gently pulls her legs apart, touches the vibrator along her right thigh* stocking: ahhh~! Kid: "My, my, so sensitive..." *draws the vibrator closer to her sex* stocking: *mewling* Kid: *touches vibrator to her, as he clutches one of her breasts* "So big...and kissable..." stocking: AH~!! Kid: *pinches her nipple, sliding the vibrator inside her* stocking: ah-ahh~!! Kid: "You like my hands all over your beautiful body?" *strokes his finger along her nipple, as he keeps the vibrator in her, managing to stroke a finger along her clitoris* -later- Kid: *panting, covered in sweat* "Fuuuuuuuck..." stocking: mmmmn~ Kid: "You taste so good." stocking: *blushes* Kid: *hugs her, massaging her backside* "I...feel like I am in sync with you." stocking: *she rubs his back and runs her fingers through his hair* Kid: *blushes, giggling at her touch* stocking: *kiss* Kid: *kisses back, holding her close--small moan* -elsewhere- himiko: *spinning in one of the chairs* whee! :D Kurogiri: "Oh, to enjoy such simple pleasures." kurome: *in baby carrier, drinking her juice* Kurogiri: *gentler voice* "Drink up, sweetie~" kurome: ^o^ Dabi: "..." *struggling to control a flame* yuuji: the fuck is biting you? sachi: awww, so cute! *shiny eyes at baby kurome* Kurogiri: "Does Kurome like Sachi? Does she? Yes, she does~!" Dabi: "I can't get this flame quite right after that little brat knocked me around..." kurome: chachi! chachi! sachi + himiko: *SQUEEE* sachi: i hope i have a kid someday. yuuji: *blushing* Dabi: "..." *snort* "Like you can have children, Yuuji. Your tiny little--" -punch- yuuji: shut up -_-; Dabi: *rubbing his face* "Still think you need a real man to please a woman..." sachi: *glares* kurome: dumbi! Dabi: "I AM NOT DUMB, YOU BRAT!" Kurogiri: *serene fury...* kurome: XP Kurogiri: "IF YOU EVER TALK THAT WAY TO MY CHILD AGAIN, THEY WILL NEVER FIND ALL PIECES OF YOU..." Dabi: "...Your baby is dumb--" Kurogiri: "...Everyone. Please leave me alone with Dabi..." -later- himiko: found you dabi~<3 ^^ Dabi: o____o "I have seen things...M-My liver..." himiko: *pulling him out of the trash can* Dabi: "Th-Thank you. Never let me say anything that stupid again..." himiko: soooooooo what do you want to do for halloween~? :3 Dabi: "...Hurt people. Candy." himiko: crash some parties? :3 Dabi: "That'll do. Parties with candy, cupcakes, pretty people getting smashed." himiko: YAAAAAY! Dabi: *sinister smirk* "Candy..." Dabi: ("Like smashing human pinatas...") himiko: candy and sweet yummy yummy blood~<3 Dabi: "Candy and blood, blood and candy...Pretty people in costumes, now in blood." yuuji:....fuckin hell... -_-; Kurogiri: "...Maybe someone should keep an eye on them..." yuuji: how about mr magic pants? Kurogiri: "That could work. Does he like Halloween?" yuuji: i dont talk to him that often, so i guess maybe? idk. sachi: speaking of, i got decorations and costumes~!! Kurogiri: "Good for you..." *looking around at some Jack O'Lanterns* yuuji: *smiles* let her go all out, she wasnt allowed to celebrate it back home. Kurogiri: "...Very well. Kurome will enjoy it." -elsewhere- Black Star: *blushing* tsubaki: this is nice...*laying on her futon* its cozy...reminds me of home.... Black Star: "Y-Yeah...Feels...homey..." *looks at her* "Comfortable?" tsubaki: *she smiles* yeah. i let my parents know where we're staying now... and the realtors will be sending packages and letters to the new house. Black Star: *nods* "Thanks for doing all of that...Guess all my (laugh) fan mail will get here soon." *watching her lying on the futon* "..." tsubaki: still have to unpack a few things...how's your room coming along? Black Star: "Not sure where to put everything, like my 'souvenirs.' And it feels a little...empty." -elsewhere- Relan: *scrubbing toilets* "Ugh...I should've known over-sleeping would get me this punishment." -text from shinra with video attachment- Relan: "???" [text from shinra: we thought you would like this video. <3 *its a funny video of rats preforming tricks* ] Relan: "..." *snort laugh* ["cute! doubt i could train buttons like this..."] -elsewhere- Kepuri: "Hmm...I think this model may be ready." *passes the bionetic eye to Yohei* mono: *watching* Yohei: "Let's see...Yes, energy read-out is good. Now to test immersion..." *holds up a HUD* "Mono, put this on." mono: um...ok? Yohei: *takes both bionetic eyes* "This way, you will be able to tell whether the bionetic eyes give you vision, with clarity, no blind spots, proper color..." Kepuri: "Of course they'll work! I guided this project! Ready, Mono?" mono: ok then... Yohei: *Well, I can't put the eyes into myself, so we have a volunteer to wear this harness..." Shotaro: *in bionetic eyes harness* "Hi!" *dons them and starts running...with the images flooding into Mono's HUD* mono: i can see, but everything is in black and white and kinda staticy... Kepuri: D: "But I just said it would work!" Yohei: "Relax--that's why we're field-testing this..." Shotaro: "This is fun, though! Weee!!" Yohei: "...Any motion sickness, Mono?" chie: well, this is a new field for you guys, your not gonna become experts overnight... mono: ugh, SHOWTARO SLOW DOWN YOU DUMMY! Kepuri: T_T "I'm not used to getting it wrong the first time..." Shotaro: "Oh, wait--I need the bathroom." Yohei: "..." Kepuri: "...Oh no..." mono: *takes it off* I DONT NEED TO SEE THAT!! Kepuri: *sigh of relief* "Crisis aver--" Zuno: "EEEEK!" Shotaro: "Oh, sorry! Didn't realize it was occupado!" Kepuri: "..." *facepalm* -elsewhere- Bakugo: "What do superheroes even wear for Halloween? We're in costumes half the time already." eijiro: i guess anything....baku-gos!! XD Bakugo: "...I'm too exhausted to even punch you. So, what are you going as?" -elsewhere- Giriko: "How was the doctor's visit?" arachne: it went well. Giriko: *nods* "Good. I'm almost done with an early dinner. What did you want on your pizza?" -elsewhere- Spirit: "Figure out your costume yet, Izumi?" izumi: *she has a batman costume* ^.^ Spirit: "Awesome! You got any Bat-Gadgets, too?" izumi: *she has a toy batterang* ta-dah! Spirit: "Neat! Be careful where you throw that..." -elsewhere- Anya: "EEEEK!" *running away in the dorm* mio: *in a pumpkin mask and a cape* what? Anya: *hides behind Tsugumi* "Creepy pumpkin person..." mio: its just me. tsugumi: ^^;....hmm? *outside is a man with a cowboy hat, a person with robes and bags and a blue haired nurse* Anya: "...Still creepy--" Meme: *chops Anya, anger twitch* Jeje: *grunt* "Pretty house." metsu: *nods* tsugumi: um...thank you. *smile* mio: nice costume. metsu:....costumes? these are our usual clothes. Jeje: "...Now I feel offended." Mikuni: "Oh, relax--they meant nothing by it." *friendly smile and wave at Tsugumi* mio: who even are you guys. metsu:...travelers. Mikuni: "From far away. You've never heard of it." Jeje: *nods* mio:....ok?....creepy doll.. Mikuni: "HOW DARE YOU! My doll is not creepy!" mio: *jumps back* yikes. tsugumi: gagantous! metsu:...gagantous?? Jeje: "...Maybe it means 'gigantic' or something?" Mikuni: "Or a type of bird?" tsugumi: *sweatdrops* ao: so what brings you to death city? Mikuni: "Halloween, of course! It is practically an official holiday here in the City of Death~" mio: (thinking: like it isnt everywhere else?) Jeje: *staring at Mio* "You're head is a pumpkin..." mio: its a mask. *pops it off* see? Jeje: "...May I eat the pumpkin?" mio: if you like eating Styrofoam, yeah. Jeje: "..." *steps back* "No, thank you. I just...really like pumpkin flavoring." Mikuni: *fuu fuu fuu* "Like pumpkin lattes!" metsu:... tsugumi: well you could try deathbucks, they have really good coffee and food there. Mikuni: "Really?!" *looks to Metsu* "CAN WE, CAN WE, CAN WE?!" metsu: *looks at jeje* Jeje: "..." -\\\\- "I would like some, too..." -elsewhere- Kid: *rubbing her wrists* "Sore?" stocking: its fine...*snuggles* Kid: *pulls blanket over them, snuggles back* "So cute~" stocking: hehe~ Kid: *sighs* "I can't wait to see what candy is at the local shops..." stocking: want to go and see? Kid: *nods* -and so- stocking: *drooling* Kid: *patting her mouth with a handkerchief* "Excuse me, we'd like to buy two of the chocolate marshmallow cookies, to eat now." clerk: ok? -in the hospital- misono:...... Nurse: "I hope you don't mind some company..." misono: ?? Iida: *lying in bed next to Misono* misono: .....*looking away* ...... Iida: "...Hi." *just 'staring' up at the ceiling* misono:....*reading* (thinking: stupid kaname......why must i like you so much?....) Iida: "...Nurse? How long before I am released?" nurse: well, the ocular implants are still being worked on, so could be a month, maybe longer... Iida: "So I'm here for how much longer? I am fine to return home, are I not? Minus...the vision loss?" nurse: yes...you are.... misono:.....(thinking: seems some people do have it worse.....*sighs*) Iida: "So, may I leave?" nurse: yes, your brother will be picking you up. you'll have to take temporary leave from school until the implants are ready- Iida: "Fine." *struggling to hold back tears* misono: *turns to his side, facing away* ....... Iida: *cries himself to sleep* -elsewhere- Black Star: *doing push-ups* kilik: the house looks nice. tsubaki: thanks. Black Star: "Yeah!" *push-up, clap* "Nice neighborhood!" *push-up, clap* "Still unpacking..." sayaka: ah. Black Star: *finishes push-ups, towels off* "Tsubaki, you call for dinner yet?" tsubaki: just about! Black Star: "Cool. I'll shower off..." -elsewhere- miwa: hey, oubi, did you see misora anywhere? Akitaru: *shakes his head* "Is she in her quarters?" miwa: the door was locked, so i couldn- misora: im done packing~!<3 i just had some extra clothes to pack in~! Akitaru: "Um...Maybe pack light? This is a business trip." misora: i know~ i made sure to pack allll the essentials, including a show costume for a surprise performance, plus i want too look extra cute for beni-chan~<3 >w< Akitaru: -_- "How is a performance going to help negotiating with the other brigade?" misora: boosting morale and relations~<3 *winks* Akitaru: -_-;;;;; miwa: ah, let her have her fun. Akitaru: *sighs* "Very well. Just focus on the mission first, Misora." misora: caaaan do~! *wink* <3 Akitaru: -_- (to Miwa) "Everything in order on your end for the mission?" miwa: yeah, padma's got her whip, serina's got her medical supplies. everything's good to go. *thumbs up* Akitaru: "Good. I have checked to make sure my people have their weapons with them...Takehisa got a little too into his ammo..." miwa: *sweatdrop* Arthur: "I have my Excalibur, my mini-Excalibur..." *then holds something up* "But I don't know how this got into my luggage--" Excalibur: "FOOL!" tamaki: *throws it out the window* O-O;;;;;; *shudders* tamaki: i brought a counter measure to my misfortunes....A SPORTS BRA! *proud of herself* Arthur: o\\\\\\o "...Aren't you supposed to not show that around people?" tamaki: *glares* Arthur: "..." *tries to run* tamaki: *t-rex roar and chases him* Arthur: "HELP ME!!!" Akitaru: "...I need a vacation." -elsewhere- Kid: "...You think this is enough candy?" stocking: is it not? Kid: "I don't know...Want some for the Trick or Treaters...and enough for you~" stocking: truuuue. *snuggles* Kid: *hugs her* "Maybe we'll order some more. Of course, a sampling can't hurt..." stocking: you know me so well~<3 Kid: *pulls out a piece of taffy* "A bite to share?" -a few days later, on the 29th- Iris: *wrapped present* Relan: -\\\\- shinra: you guys, this is so nice. Arthur: *looking at the birthday cake, stomach growls* Relan: "M-Mr. Takehisa was kind of enough to bake..." Iris: "We helped a bit with the frosting." shinra: well it means a lot. *smiles* Akitaru: "Happy birthday, son! You know your wish?" shinra:.....*tearing up at being called son* *hug* Akitaru: "???" *pat on his back* -elsehwhere- Rino: *scrubbing toilets* "Jeez, this sucks..." -at the hospital- -a girl is in a bed- girl:............... Nurse: *checking vitals* "Is this normal?" sachiko: it's a miracle she's even alive this long... Nurse: "Hmm...No marked changes in vitals, although blood pressure rose a bit." sachiko: *checking the chart* -Lucia Moriyama- Nurse: "Reduce the sodium a bit in her nutrients vial..." -elsewhere- Black Star: "Feeling better?" tsubaki: much better now. Black Star: "...Mind if we talk?" tsubaki: what about? Black Star: "That...kiss." tsubaki: *blush* Black Star: "...Did I screw up?" tsubaki: it felt....it felt nice. Black Star: "I thought so, too...I've wanted to for a long time. My timing just sucks." tsubaki:....*she holds his hand* i think it was just right... Black Star: "..." *small squeeze of her hand, smiles* "Okay..." -the next night, the halloween dance- Kid: *swing of his cape* stocking: looking good. *in her dress with twin tails* Kid: "Thank you." *gets on one knee and kisses her hand* "You look beautiful." stocking: hehe~ Patty: "Nice costumes, you two! Love yours, Sis!" liz: thanks. Sid: "Form an orderly line for entering. Have your tickets out..." -inside- Meme: *blindfolded, trying to pin the tail on the demon* "Almost...there..." mina: woot! this party is getting wild! Izuku: "..." Bakugo: "Music at least is good." *arms crossed* ochako: happy birthday, tokoyami ^o^ Tokoyami: *nods* "Thank you." ("Wish that news hadn't spread so much...") eijiro: yo dude! check out sero wreckin it! -sero epic breakdancing- Bakugo: *temper twitch* "I could do that!" eijiro: do it for the vine! Bakugo: "DOIN' IT FOR THE VINE!" *gets out and starts breakdancing* itsuka: *chuckles* Patty: *filming the dance-off* "Oh, this is going to get so many hits..." shinra: check this sh*t out. *EPIC BREAKDANCING* tamaki: holy shit. Iris: *covering her mouth* o\\\\\o Relan: "...Nice." Bakugo: *angry twitch* "Oh, yeah?!" *trying to out-dance Shinra* -elsewhere at the party- Patty: "Come on, Takeru! Get those apples!" takeru: im trying *nom* didgh igh gegh igh? [translation; did i get it?] Patty: *nods* "Yep, you did..." *takes the apple from his mouth...by biting into the other side of it* takeru: *blushing* fang-hua: excuse me, have any of you seen my friend tsukiyo? pony: no, i havent seen her. Tsukiyo: "Pssst! Fang-hua! Over here!" fang-hua: ?? Tsukiyo: *in a Bulma Playboy bunny outfit* "My zipper keeps coming loose. Can you help me?" fang-hua: *sighs* alright. here. Tsukiyo: *turns, holding her outfit around her chest* "How're you liking the party? Get any digits?" fang-hua: it's fun...digits?? -she's dressed as the demoman- Tsukiyo: "You know, phone numbers! For texting, or doing what old farts do--talk." fang-hua: uh, no. *sweatdrop* Tsukiyo: "You should! Whatever you're looking for, it's here--" *pauses* "Oh, damn it. That perverted grape kid is gawking at me..." fang-hua: *PUNT* -_- Mineta: *dressed like Conan the Barbarian* "AAAAAH!" *crashes into a wall, sticking to it* Tsukiyo: "Thank you, Fang-Hua~ Am I all set?" fang-hua: yep, good to go. Tsukiyo: *adjusts her "girls"* "Okay--time to head back out~" Jacqueline: *watching this* -_-; "Jeez..." tamaki: -_-; *she's dressed as alice in wonderland- Arthur: *in full suit of armor* "Some people just can't think up an original costume, huh?" Tsukiyo: *spots Tamaki, waves* "Hi! I can be your White Rabbit! Then we have theme outfit!" Crona: "..." *twitch* tamaki: ...... -_-;; mami: its ok chrona.... Tsukiyo: "Follow the White Rabbit!" *bounce bounce bounce* Crona: *nods* "I will...Maybe we can...dance?" mami: sure. *she smiles* -elsewhere- stocking: this is nice. Kid: "The city is so well decorated for Halloween." stocking: yeah...want to dance? Kid: "Yes." stocking: *she smiles and takes his hand* Kid: *puts a hand behind her back, slowly dancing with her in time to the music* stocking: *leans her head against his shoulder* remember when we first went to the dance together? Kid: *soft laugh* "I remember how beautiful you were...I was so nervous." stocking: you were, but i thought it was cute~ and you still are. Kid: -\\\\- *kisses her lips* stocking: mmmm~ u////u Kid: *spins her a bit before a slight dip* "I love you." stocking: i love you too, kiddo~<3 *They continue dancing until the song concludes* -elsewhere- Meme: *looking around the Haunted House* "Not as scary as previous years..." mio: yeah...im j-j-just fine.. O-O Meme: "..." *puts an arm around her shoulder* "It's okay. Let's just get going out of here..." ???: "BWA HA HA HA!" mio: NYEEEEEEEEEEH!!!! Meme: *clutching Mio* o_____O ???: *The individual towers over them, clutching a chainsaw covered in blood* mio: *grabs mio by the back of her costume and runs* Meme: *pulled back* o____O ???: "Huh?" *pulls off his mask--revealing Hiro, who is wearing stilts* "Was I really that scary?" ef: nice job. *claps* Hiro: *blush* "Thanks." -elsewhere- Iris: *pouring some punch* nozomi:...... Iris: *passes it to Nozomi and smiles* "I like your outfit." nozomi:....thank you... Iris: *adjusts her angel's wings* -elsewhere- Black Star: "Mmmm...Want a slice?" *holding up cake* tsubaki: *has a small slice* Black Star: "..." *awkward throat clearing* "Pretty good costumes this year. Ao and her group looks fashionable." tsubaki: yeah. -outside- soul:....... Wes: "Hey." soul: hey bro, how's the party? Wes: "Having fun! The music isn't bad, food is good...Liz is enjoying herself." *small tap* "How about you?" soul: alright... Wes: *small laugh* "You look good in that color." soul:...thanks. Wes: "...Cool outside. Nice sky. Want a drink?" soul: im good. Wes: *nods, sips* "...I'm glad you're here. At this party." soul: thanks -inside- yui: <monoma? are you ok?> -sign language- Monoma: "..." *looking at Itsuka, downcast* "I...don't have someone to...dance with." yui: <should i? if it helps at all?> Monoma: "...Yeah, if you're up for it." yui: *nods* Monoma: "..." *awkward shuffle dancing* -elsewhere- Yumi: *putting Shiori to bed* shiori: zzzzz... lord death: *prepping kid's birthday party stuff* Yumi: *smiles, stroking Shiori before walking to the door and closing it* "How is the party coming along, Death?" lord death: just about all set for tomorrow. Yumi: *kisses his cheek* "Great. I hope he likes it." lord death: im sure he will. -at the dance- Rin: "You're really good at this." madoka: thank you. *she smiles* i've been practicing. Rin: "Good work at it. Sorry I'm not very good at this--two left feet..." madoka: its fine. Rin: *continues dancing, bumping into someone* "Oh, sorry--" Patty: "It's fine!" *spins Takeru* takeru: >///< madoka: ^^ Patty: *dips Takeru, then holds him upright* "You move gracefully for a tall boy!" takeru: t-thank- *bumps into relan* OH MY GOD IM SORRY!! Relan: "SORRY!" *steps back* shinra: hey, its ok rel, its ok. *holding him* Relan: -\\\\\- -elsewhere- Dabi: "Ugh, this latte taste awful." himiko: OHOHOH LOOKIE! there's a party at some collage dorm! LETS CRASH IT! :D Dabi: "Awesome!" himiko: YAAAAAY!! :D *she's harley quinn, suicide squad edition* Dabi: "Let's get goin'! I need some fun!" himiko: YAY!! -And so- Security: *stops Himiko* "Let me see your school ID." himiko: um....we're new? :3 ???: *pointing to Himiko, speaking drunk* "Hey, there you are! It's okay, man, this is my date and her...um...brother!" Dabi: *twitch of annoyance* himiko: what he said! Security: *grunts, gestures for Himiko and Dabi to go in* himiko: thanks~! ???: *guides them in, whispers* "The guard totally fell for it! So, you and your bro wanted to see a real party, huh?" Dabi: *still twitching with annoyance* himiko: sure! Random Drunk Idiot: "I'm Mark, by the way. And who are you, hottie?" himiko: *opens her mouth to talk* Dabi: "I'm Trent, she's Eliza." himiko: hiiiii :D Mark: "Well...hey. Let's get you a beer..." *leads her to a dorm room with loud music, strobe lights...* girl: dammit jenna get out of the tub! Jenna: "No, you get _in_ the tub!" girl 2: dudes! im takin a bath and washing my clothes at the same time! im a genius! Jenna: "Geen-ee-us!" girl: -_-; Dabi: -_-; "College, the place where bright minds go...to get super wasted." himiko: arent we here to do the same thing? goth chick: 'bright minds?' please, more often than not their just brats from rich families that dont want to deal with them. Dabi: *to Himiko, passing her a beer* "Yes, but I didn't need college to figure out how to get drunk..." *to Goth Chick* "Rich students, huh?" goth chick: yeah. 'least the musics good. Dabi: "True--" *staring* "Why is there a goat here?" guy: tamberlyn get back here! Tamberlyn: "MEEH!" *struggling to run through the crowd and empty beer cans* -about 5 minutes later- Dabi: *finishes another can of beer, tosses it against the wall* "This music...Autotuned to shit." *nudges someone* "Hey...Can we get some _good_ music? Classics? Put on Queen!" guy: dude, they're playin 7 mins in heaven on the 2nd floor, you in bruh? Dabi: "Seven minutes in what?" guy: you been sleepin under a rock the past decade or shit bruh? goth chick: ever play spin the bottle? same thing. Dabi: "Oh. Okay, sure." -a few minutes later, he'd be in the back room with some hot blonde truffle, doin the nasty- Dabi: *grunting* blondie: ahh~! oh god fuck!! Dabi: *pulling a bit at her hair* "Goddamn, you're tight." blondie: *moan* Dabi: *buries his head in her breasts, as he slams harder into her* blondie: AHH~!! U/////U FUCK ME DADDY FUCK ME~! Dabi: *suckling on her* "So tasty..." *squeezes her cheeks, continuing to match her rhythm as he twitches inside her* himiko: *drooling at a guy who's got a bloody costume* Guy: *makes eyes at her* "Hey. How you doin'?" himiko: good.... *staring at the blood* yummy blood.... Guy: *chuckle* "Want a taste?" himiko: for realsies~? *shiny eyes* Guy: "If it's your lips on me, hell yeah." blondie: *giving dabi a mammary/blowjob* Dabi: *eyes rolling back* "God, yes...Keep sucking that cock." himiko: sooo where are we going? Guy: "Hang on...Ah! Okay, this room's empty." Guy: "This is my buddy's room, but he's out for a bit. He won't mind." himiko: can i taste the blood now?? Guy: "Sure thing..." *lies down on the bed* "Lick it all up..." himiko: *crawls and licks*.........wait....somethings wrong. this doesnt taste like blood... Guy: "??? What'd you mean? It's corn syrup and food coloring--" -stab- Guy: *choke, coughs blood* himiko: *shived a knife into his side* shhhhh~ *licks the blood* mmmm muuuuch better~<3 Guy: *struggling to scream, but too horrified* -stab stab stab stab stab stab stab- Guy: *whimper, shuddering...* X___X -stab to the throat- -SPLRRRRRT- himiko: ooopsie~<3 *covers him in bedsheets and hides him under the bed* Guy: *still dead* himiko: *leaves the room whistling* blondie: *still sucking hard* Dabi: "AAAAAH!" *cums* blondie: *coated all over* *lick lick* fuck thats good.... Dabi: "Yeah...You were great..." *one hand patting her backside, his other hand stroke along her slit* himiko: heyyyyy dabi :D Dabi: *frowns, still clutching the girl's butt* "What?" himiko: :D had some fun with a friend, but i kinda broke him. whuuups. Dabi: *glaring at Himiko, still fingering Blondie* "So, we got to go?" himiko: nah, they think its paint or something....it'll be fine, im gonna go get some redbull! blondie: ahhh~ Dabi: "Yeah, do that." *to Blondie* "You like that? You getting close?" -elsewhere- Arthur: *his suit of armor is stuck in the doorway* tamaki: *puuuush* how did you even get stuck?! Arthur: "Because the armor is thicker than my body, and, well, usually I can fit in this doorway. Also, my shield is bulky..." Aoyama: *studying the scene* tamaki: *puuuuuush* >^< Aoyama: "Oh, the mess you got into. While chaton pushes, I will pull..." Arthur: "..." ("This will end badly...") Aoyama: *grabbing Arthur's shield and pulling him and his body forward* -pop- Arthur: o_o; tamaki: ack! tamaki: O////O; Aoyama: "Oh my~" Arthur: "...I knew I should've worn pants..." tamaki: O////////////////O Aoyama: "Chaton, you look...surprised." Arthur: "Could you both get off of me?!" tamaki: *NOSEBLEED* Aoyama: *soft chuckle, as he strokes Arthur's face* "Poor knight, losing his armor and making himself vulnerable. What say you, Princess Tamaki?" Arthur: -_- "Stop that." tamaki: *nosebleeding* awawawawawaaaa Arthur: "!!!" Aoyama: *hands Arthur a hanky* "Here, give it to her~" Arthur: *hands it to Tamaki* tamaki: thanks. Arthur: "Now, may I please get up to get back into my armor?" Aoyama: "But you look so much better in this outfit~" -elsewhere- Wes: "This was a great costume theme, Liz." liz: thanks wes *kiss on the cheek* Wes: *blushes, laughs* "I feel a little embarrassed, since i don't know much about video games." liz: maybe you can join us for game night sometime? Wes: "I'd like that...It'll be a learning curve for me, I admit. Never played them as a kid." liz: dont worry, we'll teach you. Wes: *dancing with her* "Thank you." *smiles, blushes* "I'm sure you'll be a great teacher." -elsewhere- Anya: *watching a movie in the DWMA party theater* "...Well, these effects look fake." mio: thats why they're called 'effects' -_-; Anya: "Hmph. Still look fake...Practical effects are so much better than CGI." mio: *sweatdrop* Meme: *covering behind mask* "Still scary..." -elsewhere- Dabi: "Not a bad time..." himiko: *nomming some candy* Dabi: "You get enough blood?" himiko: *nods* Dabi: "Good. Better keep walking. Further we are from the crime scene, you know." himiko: you got it! yuuji: fuckin hell... -_-; sachi: *enjoying her candy* ^w^ Dabi: "???" *whispers to Himiko* "What's with the little dick?" himiko: *shrugs* yuuji: i can hear you. Dabi: "...Then hear this--" *mouths the phrase, "Fuck you, you tiny dick motherfucker."* yuuji: *wanting to punch him* Dabi: *chuckles* "Loser..." yuuji: *flips him off* Dabi: "Yeah, I'll fuck you up, bitch." sachi: just ignore him, its not worth it. yuuji:...good call, sachi. Dabi: *chuckles, looks to Himiko* "Got any more candy?" -elsewhere- Yumi: *yawn* lord death: zzzzz.... Yumi: *snuggles, hugs him* -morning, halloween- Kid: *kitten yawn* stocking: *kiss* morning~ Kid: *small look of confusion...then awareness, smiles* "Morning." stocking: happy birthday honey~<3 Kid: *blush* "Thank you...I'm...surprised." -later that day, at the birthday party- Kid: "..." *sniff* lord death: happy birthday, kiddo! Kid: T_T "Thank you..." liz: here, we got you your presents! Patty: *nods* Kid: *smiles, wipes tears* "Thank you both..." -elsewhere, at the army cemetery- maki:.... Takehisa: "..." maki:.....*small punch to the shoulder* Takehisa: "?!" maki:...that was for underestimating me back then. *pouts* Takehisa: *flustered* "It's not my fault! You were so scrawny and soft back then!" maki: but i've beefed up, havent i? *flex* >3< Takehisa: "..." *small blush* "You're still rather sentimental." maki:....*looking at toujou's grave* Takehisa: "..." *lays the flowers on Toujou's grave* maki:....*pats his back* Takehisa: "..." *rests a hand along Toujou's tombstone* -elsewhere- Shotaro: *hugs his mother* setsuna: you did a good job today son. both of you. *smiles at showtaro and emine* Emine: -\\\\\- "I did no good job. I did only a bad job." setsuna: and you did a good job doing it Emine: "...Why do you always have to insist on being overly nice?" setsuna: ?? Emine: "It feels...artificial." setsuna:....*she hugs him* Emine: "..." -\\\\\- *doesn't try to pull out of the hug* "This is still stupid." nea: ... Shinoda: "..." nea: something wrong, shinoda? *in her costume* Shinoda: "S-Sorry...I wasn't...um..." nea: ?? Shinoda: "...Youlooknice." nea: thank you. Shinoda: "I only wish my costume was as good...but you could wear anything and still look great." nea: damn right i can. ^^. Shinoda: "Like a gorgeous dress..." -elsewhere- miwa: you sure you'll be ok here, iris? Iris: *nods* "After all, I won't be alone--" nozomi:...... tamaki: iris, you keep an eye on her, ok? Iris: *nods, hugs Tamaki* "I will, I promise." *sees someone pop up behind Tamaki* "And I'll have company--" Hibana: "Rino! Bring in the bags! Chop chop!" Rino: *struggling to carry them all* "Goddamn you, you arrogant pain in the ass!" gabriella: ^^; Iris: "??? Gabriella, who is that?" gabriella: she's the 5th's newest recruit, Rino. try to take care of her, ok? Iris: *nods, holds out a hand to Rino* "Pleased to meet you--" Rino: *still carrying all the bags in both hands* "...Really? My hands are tied right now, Sister..." Iris: -_-; Rino: *spots Nozomi* "???" nozomi:....*looks away* Rino: "???" Hibana: *snaps fingers* "Miwa, please direct Rino where to drop off our bags for my and Gabby's room." tamaki: she's going through some stuff... miwa: alrighty then. Rino: "...You look like a cat." tamaki: ....meow. nozomi:...*weak smile* Rino: "..." *snort laugh* shinra: ^^; Iris: *smiles at Shinra* "I will miss you." shinra: *hug* i'll keep in touch. tamaki: i'll make sure he stays out of trouble. Iris: *smiles, as she hugs him and nods to Tamaki* "Please do. Relan and I will be worried." Rino: *struggling to carry bags up to Hibana and Gab's room* maki: *looking over the rooming layout* -maki and tamaki in one room, oubi and takehisa in another, arthur and shinra in another, padma and serina in another, and misora gets a room on her own- Hibana: *passes Akitaru's office...looks around, as he is exiting* Akitaru: "Commander." Hibana: "Gorilla." *Eye sparks fly* gabriella: lets try to get along now. ^^;; Hibana: "I'll get along here in his Brigade~" Akitaru: "...Okay, We're staying here. The Princess can go home now." maki: commander... -_-; Takehisa: *drags Akitaru along* "Come. You have a mission. Stop being a baby." Akitaru: "I am not a baby!" Hibana: "Does baby need a new diaper~?" padma: *whip in hand* you're a grown adult, start acting like one. Akitaru: o____O Hibana: "...Okay, I like her. Let's hire her." miwa: sorry, she's kind of spoken for. Hibana: *pout, pulls a card out from her cleavage and hands it to Padma* "Consider an interview with the 5th." padma:.... *sweatdrop* Rino: *collapsed on the floor by the bags, in Hibana and Gab's guest room* "God...damn...that...princess..." shinra: ...you poor bastard. Rino: "No. Shit. You smiley-faced jerk." -and so- tamaki: so we're staying at a ryokan? Akitaru: "Yep. Been a long time since I've been at one." maki: lets see... there it is! Haseyama inn. Takehisa: "Hmm. Quaint." padma: indeed. serina: it does have some old world charm to it. Arthur: *sniff* "Smells old." shinra: looks like commander hina's all packed in now. Akitaru: "That was fast." misora: a nice man helped me out~ Akitaru: "Ah, friendly neighbors, huh? Neat! Well, troops, get to your rooms and get ready!" shinra: right. Arthur: "I will need a separate bed for Excalibur." shinra: seriously? Akitaru: -_-; "You can sleep with your sword in your own bed, Arthur. Not that I'm judging if you’re saber-sexual or something." Arthur: -\\\\\- "Okay sir. No, sir. Thank you, sir." shinra: technically they're futons. Akitaru: "Close enough." *starts unpacking in his room...pulling out weight set after weight set...* tamaki: *reading pamphlets* one of the most noticable features of the asakusa sol shrine is the sister's uniforms, which combine elements of a nun and a miko to create a perfect blend of east and west. Takehisa: "Fascinating." shinra: neat. Arthur: *thinking of something* "Hmm...East and west..." townsperson: ah! it's her! its her! townsman: sister yanase is giving out protective charms today! Takehisa: "???" tamaki: *goes to check* woah.. -a young lady is passing out talismans to people, her uniform matches the description in the pamphlet- Arthur: *joins Tamaki outside* "Huh. That's the outfit alright." shinra: im guessing that's sister yanase? Arthur: "Anyone else with her?" old man: sister Kirei Yanase, one of the head sisters of the asakusa shrine. she specializes in making protective charms for the locals. she certainly has a calming aura about her, doesnt she? Arthur: " 'Protective charms'?" old man: to protect us from the flames. its nice to have her around. one could say she's the yin to commander shinmon's yang. or at least i think so. Arthur: " 'Protective charm'..." *looks askance at Tamaki* tamaki: *she's already looking* Arthur: "Maybe it'll bring some good luck to you..." *sees the designs* old man 2: if you take the habit off her, she bears a strong resemblance to the commander! but they arent related, or at least i dont think they are? -elsewhere- Ponera: *pouts* "A witch's place should be outside on Halloween..." grimoire: we could sneak into the festivities. Ponera: "..." *wrings her hands* "I would like that." -elsewhere- Kid: *hugs Yumi and Father* "Thank you, so much." lord death: we love you kiddo. kirika: oh, stocking says she has something for ya in her room. lord death: use protection. Kid: o\\\\\\o "DAD!" -in stocking's room, she is dressed in white wing pasties on her breasts, a white thong, heels, bridal gloves, fake wings, fake halo, and a collar- Kid: "...Oh...my...angel..." stocking: happy birthday kiddo~<3 Kid: "Th-Thank you..." *walks towards her* "My God, you are stunning." stocking: hehe~<3 you miiight want to close the door. Kid: "!!!" *slams the door shut, locks it* stocking: *laying on her back* Kid: *pulling off his coat, starting to unbutton his shirt, as he walks to the bed and gets on top of her* stocking: *rubs her fingers along his chest* damn you look good.... Kid: "So do you." *unbuttoning feverishly as he kisses her face and along her neck* stocking: ahhh~ *blush* Kid: "I love you so much." *pulls off his shirt, tossing it aside, grinding against her as he kisses her shoulder* "These fucking pasties. Goddamn, Stocking..." stocking: you like em~? Kid: "Love them..." *unbuttoning his pants, feeling how tight they are on him, struggling to pull them off* "Damn--" stocking: want me to help? Kid: *meekly nods* stocking: *chuckles* you're too darn cute for your own good sometimes, you sexy adorable goof. Kid: -\\\\- "I try to be...for you..." *kisses her neck again* "And only you." stocking: *softly sighs* i love you kid. Kid: *kisses down her neck to her chest* "I love you, too, so much." *strokes a hand along her side* "I am so blessed to have you in my life..." stocking: *she smiles* im glad to be a part of it. im happy you're in my life too... Kid: *hugs her, groaning as he shimmies out of his pants, his erection poking through his boxers as he grinds along her* "I love you." *kisses her neck* "I love you." *kisses her chest* "I love you." *kisses her breast* stocking: *moaning as he kisses her* k-kiiid~ Kid: "Stocking..." *his face just hovers over her breast, keeping close just so his breath is felt along her skin, teasing her before giving light kisses, as his hands pull at the elastic to his boxers* stocking: mmmmn~ Kid: *traces his tongue along the pasty, as he slips out of his boxers completely, grinding along her* "Fuck me..." -minutes later- stocking: AHHH~<3 Kid: "So good..." *kisses her cheek* "Thank you." stocking: hehe~ ^///^ Kid: *hugs her, his hand over her pelvis* "You treat me so well." stocking: i love you kiddo....so much. -elsewhere- neighbor: THE HELL ARE YOU DOING! Emine: "My bad deed." *throws an egg at neighbor's face* neighbor: ACK! Emine: "..." *starting running, passing Trick or Treaters* -in asakusa- Akitaru: *looking at the map* "This way...I think?" shinra: *looking around* Akitaru: "Oh, there's the shop! We can grab something to eat, too." shinra: ... (thinking: i still have my yukata back at the hotel room...guess the others need to buy one, if they havent already...) ???: oh! hey shinra. shinra: ?? *he looks to see-* fang-hua, hey! fang-hua: what brings you to asakusa? Akitaru: *waves, before spotting a yukata for sale* shinra: well, one half is a bit of a vacation, the other half is a mission. fang-hua: oh? shinra: .....do you think you could give us directions to the 7th's HQ? Akitaru: *studying the yukata, including its price* fang-hua: sure, i was about to head back myself with groceries. Akitaru: *overhearing* "Great! Not that we were lost finding the 7th or anything..." fang-hua: ?? shinra: *sweatdrop* Akitaru: *waves* "We're here from the 8th to see your commander!" fang-hua: how about i pick you up in the morning after you've all had rest. shinra: sounds good. *he tells her where they are staying* fang-hua: alright then. Akitaru: "See you then! And thanks!" fang-hua: no problem. shinra: find anything you like? Akitaru: "Boom! Yukata! Nice, right?! Rare to find clothes in my size." -at the hotel- tamaki: there we go! *has lucky items displayed* ^w^ Takehisa: "You actually believe such superstition?" tamaki: it gives me some peace of mind, ok? Takehisa: "...Well, can't argue with that." *looking at cat-theme item* padma: ...seems misora went to sleep early. Arthur: *walking by* Takehisa: "...Hmm." -elsewhere- tsubaki: *watching tv* Black Star: *pushing up, going down, pushing up, going down* *pant* "Weather...report?" tsubaki: seems there will be some cool days coming... Black Star: "Cool..." *still pushing up and down* "Better bundle up. Don't want to catch a cold...You got your sweaters ready?" tsubaki: *she nods* Black Star: "Cool..." *blush* "You...got that ugly Christmas sweater of mine? I was thinking of wearing it..." tsubaki: yes, i have it out. Black Star: "That's good...I'm done doing push-ups now." tsubaki: *she smiles* -knock knock knock- tsubaki: ah, looks like we have visitors. Black Star: *on his feet--and catching Tsubaki and setting her down* "Check the peephole first! Don't need any more home invasions..." tsubaki: *she looks out the window* yuma: trick-or-treat! Black Star: *loud sigh of relief, as he grabs the bucket of candy and opens the door* "Hey, there!" angela: *wave* trick-or-treat! izumi: trick or treat! Spirit: *waves* Black Star: "Great costumes! Who're you all?" tsubaki: *handing out candy* -elsewhere- Kana: *shaking bucket full of candy* ef: *walking with her* Kana: "Thank you for accompanying me." ef: no problem. *she smiles* Kana: *holds up a piece of candy* "Want one?" -elsewhere- Ponera: *frowning* "That's just offensive." *looking at witch costumes worn by people...and chocolate-covered ants at a candy shop* "Disgusting." shaula: well maybe you outta develop a sense of humor then... *nom* Ponera: *glares...* "Very well..." *picks up chocolate-covered scorpion* *munch munch* shaula: D8> -elsewhere- Kid: *purring* stocking: *petting his head* Kid: "Your fashion sense is beautiful." stocking: *she smiles* thank you kiddo. Kid: *nuzzles* "I'm so lucky. I...still can't believe it." stocking: hmm? what do you mean? Kid: "...I think I've said it before...I never thought I would meet someone I’d love as much as I love you." stocking: *she smiles* same here. Kid: *kisses her cheek* "I love you." stocking: i love you too kiddo~<3 Kid: *hugs her, as he pulls the blanket over them* "So comfy." stocking: *kiss* happy birthday kiddo.. Kid: -\\\\- "Thank you." -morning- Kid: *purrs* stocking: so cute... Kid: "Yes, you are." *nose nuzzle* stocking: ok that was smooth. Kid: *chuckles* "I have my moments." -elsewhere- Wes: *stretches as he waits for coffee to brew, looking at the newspaper* soul: *still crashed out on the couch* sayaka: *on the floor, squirming* nuuuuu..... Wes: *small chuckle at his brother, as he skims the paper...and sees a report about a dorm murder* "Yikes..." sayaka: UGAAAA!!! *pant pant* wow that was scary......just had a dream about stein operating on me with a bunch of scary doctors...one of them had a paper bag on his head....*shudders* Wes: "Well, no Stein here...and the paper bags are just for groceries. Want some coffee? Water? Juice?" sayaka: waffles if you have any... q-q Wes: *smiles* "I've been perfecting my waffle recipe! I'll try not to burn them." sayaka: *she smiles* thanks for letting us spend the night. kilik: *in the guest room, asleep* Wes: "Any time. You all looked exhausted from last night." -elsewhere- Black Star: *exits shower in towel, walking to his room* -in asakusa- shinra: zzzzz..... Arthur: *cradling Excalibur in his arms, making kissy faces in his bed* Akitaru: *lifting weights* tamaki: *already awake and watching the sun rise* Takehisa: (sipping tea, spots Tamaki) "Awake already?" tamaki: yeah...whats for breakfast? Takehisa: "I was thinking omelets." tamaki: i would like that. Takehisa: *nods* "I shall begin." Arthur: *up now, sees Tamaki* "Hey." tamaki: morning. Arthur: "Sleep alright?" tamaki: yeah, you? Arthur: "Okay...Think luck charms helped you?" -later- Akitaru: *looking around outside, waiting for their guide* fang-hua: hey guys. Arthur: *waves* Takehisa: *nods* Akitaru: "Howdy!" fang-hua: ready for the tour? shinra: yeah. fang-hua: alright, just follow me. Arthur: *follows* "A wondrous fiefdom you have." shinra: ?? *looking around* Akitaru: *spots food around, smiling at the children running around* tamaki: *taking pictures* Takehisa: "Quite an odd arrangement to this area, Miss Huo." fang-hua: how so? Takehisa: "I'm surprised that a Brigade base looks like a city. There are so many homes here." fang-hua: well, the base itself isnt that far off. Arthur: "Do the knights here protect the villagers?" fang-hua: if you mean brigade soldiers, than yes. Arthur: "Excellent! Which weapons do they have?" shinra: *looking around* *Someone hops out of an ally* Tsukiyo: "Hey there!" shinra: ack! tamaki: yeek! fang-hua: ah, tsukiyo. Tsukiyo: "You brought the 8th for a visit?" *looks at Akitaru* "...Damn." fang-hua: they're actually on- maki: a mission to speak with the commander of the 7th. Tsukiyo: *looks at Maki* "Neat." *hearts appear around her* "So, Commander Beni-hottie gets to talk with another commander? So cool." fang-hua: *sweatdrop* serina: oh my, misora might get jealous...come to think of it, where is she? padma: most likely asleep, i went to her room but she wasnt answering... *sigh* honestly, why miwa let her become my fellow company commander is beyond me... Takehisa: "..." ("Hmm...") tamaki: .... Akitaru: "Ah, let her rest. I'm sure the travel was a lot, especially getting used to a new room." padma: perhaps... fang-hua: there it is! -the 7ths base is ahead, someone is there- kabuki: ah, miss huo, miss usada, you're back. Akitaru: "Hey there! We're from the 8th!" kabuki: ah, and what brings you to our base? *he smiles* Akitaru: "We were hoping to speak with your commander about opportunities to collaborate..." kabuki: ah, i see. well, unfortunately he isnt in at the moment. shinra: thats a bummer... tamaki:...*notices two girls* hinata + hikage: *peeeeek* tamaki: *squeeeees* so cute!! fang-hua: *smile and looks at the two girls* hinata, hikage, these nice people are from the 8th brigade, so make sure to make them feel welcome, ok? hinata + hikage: ok, kohana-nee-chan!! fang-hua: *embarrassed blush* Tsukiyo: *pout* Akitaru: "Well, I'm not up for just standing around...You folks here at the 7th need any help with work around here?" kabuki: hmmm.. perhaps maybe fang-hua and tsukiyo could give you a further tour around asakusa? fang-hua: that might work. you up for it? shinra: sure. Arthur: "I would like that." Tsukiyo: *Hmph* "Fine. This way." *walks the wrong way* fang-hua: *drags her the right way* ^-^; -elsewhere- Patty: "Candy for breakfast, candy for lunch, candy for a light snack...I love post-Halloween time!" stocking: i know~! ^^ Kid: -_-; "Please don't give yourself stomachaches." stocking: *pout* okaaaay... Kid: *having a bowl of cereal* "Besides, we still have leftover birthday cake for dessert tonight." stocking: ^w^ Kid: *smiles as he pours milk* "Plans for today?" stocking: since its getting colder, maybe we could get the heated table out? Kid: "The kotatsu? Yeah, sure!" -and so- kirika: nice and cozy =w= *playing on her 3ds* mocha: *meeew* =w= Kid: *sipping hot cider* stocking: this is nice. Kid: *leans against her, smiling* "Very." stocking: hehe~ Patty: "Say cheese!" *holding up her phone to snap a pic* stocking: cheese! ^^ Kid: *chuckling* -elsewhere- Emine: *in a jail cell* "I am entitled to a phone call..." lin: qwq; Emine: *grumbling* "You throw eggs at one house...two houses...67 houses, and all of a sudden, _I'm_ the criminal." -elsewhere- Hibana: "Hurry! Move it! Faster, faster!" man: ok ok!...*muttering* what is this, the building of the Egyptian pyramids? gabriella: princess, your coffee. Hibana: *smiles* "Thank you, babe~" *kiss on her cheek* Iris: *looking annoyed at the Man* "What are you doing with the Commander's belongings?" miwa: i was about to ask the same thing. man: moving them out to the trash. Iris: o_o "Sister...Explain?" Hibana: "Just giving adorable little Shinra the office he always deserved..." *fiery eyes* "And kicking that Gorilla out of his office!" miwa: shinra's not the commander though -_-; Hibana: "Then at the next meeting of Commanders, I will motion to install Shinra as the new Commander! With that, he will be my subordinate to mold in my image! With that, I will have authority over not one but two Brigades! NYA HA HA HA!" Rino: o___o "Is she...usually this diabolical?" Iris: -_-; "I blame whatever is in her coffee." miwa: *CHOP* bad hibana. bad. Hibana: Q_Q "...Owie. Gabriella, she hit me!" miwa:... O-O you're even going to throw out the picture of his family? as in his _dead_ family? im very disappointed in you. Hibana: "..." Iris: *glaring at Hibana* Rino: *glaring at Hibana Hibana: *sweating nervously, trying to hide behind Gabriella* "I didn't know..." miwa: *chop* put it back. -_-; gabriella: *cheek tug* i love you, but you're gonna need to owe oubi an apology -3- Hibana: >\\\\\\< "You all are so mean!" Rino: "You!" *points to the Man* "Get that stuff out of the garbage and march your butt back to the office!" man: soooo... should i put this all back then? Iris: "I'll return Shinra's items to his desk..." man: ok ok! sheesh....im doin it! nayumi: i took everything out of the trash...its still clean! Rino: *nods confidently* "Or perhaps you should have Hibana polish Commander Obi's office, first! As a way to make it up to him..." Hibana: *glaring at Rino* "Don't. Push it." nozomi:.......*looking over files* miwa: a lot of that is important business stuff, throwing that out could get you in a lot of trouble, or even fired. Hibana: "How was I supposed to know that a Commander needs this stuff?!" Iris: "...Really? 'Commander Hibana'?" gabriella: *sweatdrop* -from the rooftops- ivy: what an idiot... Joker: "They're in the Brigade--of course they're idiots." ivy: she didnt even earn her position....she just had it handed to her because she begged like a little b*tch....commander huang's more competent than her, and i dont even know about her, nor do i care to. Joker: *traces a flame in the air with his cigarette to outline shape of the city* "That's why we're here, to bring some much needed fairness to this sick world..." *then he "pops" the city with his cigarette* ivy:....*draws a small flame in the form of a snake from the flame of his cig* scarlet: anything from our eyes in asakusa? Joker: "All progresses according to plan. Just a little difficulty getting some reports translated...This code is a pain to decipher." scarlet: .... -elsewhere- Monoma: o______o; "Please don't kill me." ochako: hmm? whats going on? Monoma: "I am certainly not following Itsuka around to make sure she isn't with Bakugo!" ochako: ?? Bakugo: "Dude, is that your ex following us? _Again_?" itsuka: monoma, we can see you -_-; Monoma: D: "I just wanted to make sure this hot-head wasn't hurting you!" Bakugo: *twitch twitch* itsuka: im fine, see? but if you keep this up, you wont be... Monoma: o____o *backs away* "He...just seems...bad for you." Bakugo: -\\\\\- itsuka:....*rolls eyes* come on katsuki, we're just wasting time standing around doing nothing... satou: ouch. Monoma: D: Bakugo: -\\\\- "Sorry he was being so rude." itsuka: *sigh* its fine. -elsewhere- Wes: "Feeling better, Bro?" soul: yeah. Wes: "That's good. Ready for heading back to classes this week?" soul: i guess so. Wes: "...I got an invitation..." soul: to what? Wes: "...Thanksgiving. With Mom and Dad." soul:................................ Wes: "...They want to meet Liz. They...They still don't know I'm in Death City. And they asked whether...I knew where you were...to invite you." soul: i think i'll pass... Wes: "...Okay. But it is a few weeks before Thanksgiving. And I think...at some point, you may want to say hi to Mom and Dad again...before..." soul: ?? Wes: "...We're all getting older, Soul. We only have so many years together. Mom and Dad..." soul:.....i'll think about it..... Wes: "..." *nods, before patting him on the shoulder and hugging him* soul:...thanks, bro. Wes: *smiles* "Of course, bro. Hey, how many more souls you got until you rank up to Death Blade?" soul: 12 more to go....also its death _scythe_.... and not because im a scythe. Wes: "...So, if a gun like Liz got 100 souls, she'd still be a 'Death Scythe'? ...That makes no sense." soul: it makes no sense we turn into weapons at all...but here we are. Wes: "Ha! True. I'm super-proud of you, though. You've come along so far..." soul: *he smiles* Wes: "...Do you feel different? After having that many souls in your...um...Do they go to your gut? Or your soul? Or do weapons have some compartment for holding extra souls? I asked Liz, but she got really uncomfortable--" -elsewhere- Shotaro: "I can't believe we had to bail you out of jail! What was it like?" Emine: "Cold. Drab. Someone kept trying to trade me for four cigarettes and a dirty magazine." lin: q-q Kepuri: "...Well, you look miserable, Lin." lin: those screams from the showers will haunt me q-q Kepuri: "..." *pat pat* "I am sorry." Shotaro: "..." *blocking out that line* -elsewhere- Witch Judge: "..." *looking at a report* " 'Two women erupted in a battle over consumption of...chocolate covered insects and arachnids'?" *groans* "This is beyond my paygrade." assistant: wait a moment......dont they look familiar? Witch Judge: "???" *examines more closely* "...!!! Oh, for crying out loud!" -elsewhere- shaula: uuuugh stupid stomach ache! Ponera: *collapsed in her throne* "Scorpions do not digest well..." grimoire + beatrice: some ginger ale. shaula: thanks. Ponera: *takes the ginger ale from Grimoire* "Thank you..." *sips* "Ugh...Never let me compete in bug-eating ever again. Wicked witch..." -elsewhere- Black Star: "...Did you want to do something?" tsubaki: like what? Black Star: "Go for a walk? Get something to eat?" -elsewhere- Kid: *asleep on the couch* lord death: *puts a blanket over him* Kid: *smiles as he continues sleeping* Patty: *snaps a pic from far away* -elsewhere- Relan: "Feeling okay?" mikami: yeah.. *sniff* i-i'll be ok-*ACHOO!* >.< ryuuko: *getting a cold compress for her* Relan: "Hmmm...Getting colds aren't fun, especially without good bedside manner..." *FLASHBACKS* *shudders* mikami: mr relan? Relan: *nervous smile* "Y-Yes? May I get anything to help?" mikami: im ok... ryuuko: *puts the compress on mikami's forehead, lightly exposing mikami's burn scar and blind eye* Relan: "..." *sympathetic look* mikami: t-thanks ryuuko. ryuuko: *hug* its not a problem. Relan: *awkwardly shifts back towards Buttons's cage* buttons: :3 Relan: "Hey, buddy!" *opens the cage and holds him gently* "Hungry?" -elsewhere- Rino: "Okay, I'm done for the day. Can I go home now?" gabriella: just about *untying hibana's restraints from her reprimandation* Hibana: -\\\\- "Don't you want to punish me some more~?" Rino: "OH MY GOD, I SHOULD NOT SEE THIS, YOU SICK FUCK!" miwa: *covering iris' eyes* i knew this was a bad idea. -elsewhere- Gopher: "La la la~" kotone:...... eibon: *tending to his garden* Gopher: *blows on a pan flute* inori: *singing in lunarian* Gopher: *starts matching his music to her singing* eibon: *smiles* kotone: *watching him tend to the plants* Gopher: *practically dancing like Pan himself* -elsewhere- Shinoda: *turns in his bed* nea: *in her own, room, texting with her sisters* Shinoda: *groans in his sleep, turns over, gets out of bed to go to the bathroom down the hall...* nea:......*the door is slightly ajar* Shinoda: "..." *peeks into her room* nea: *glance* ....what? -her room is still freezing- Shinoda: "!!! N-Nothing! Just...Hi." nea:....need anything? Shinoda: "...Yes." *waves* nea:...what did you need? Shinoda: "...To see you. It's...like an apple." nea:....weird analogy. Shinoda: "A day without seeing you, is a day that I lose something precious." nea:.....*small blush* .....i need something to lean against, this pillow is too limp. Shinoda: "...To _lean_ again? Would that be...?" nea: something warm, stiff, but smooth? Shinoda: "..." *enters her room, approaching her* nea: *she has moved the pillow against her back away* Shinoda: *sits beside her on the bed, close enough for her to lean against him* nea: *positioning so her back is against his chest, still texting* Shinoda: "..." *rests his arms on his sides...then slowly brings them around her* nea:.....thanks. *small blush* Shinoda: "Any time..." *soft purr* nea:..y-you dork. Shinoda: "You bewitching woman..." nea: 7///3///7; Shinoda: *leans down, kissing the back of her neck* nea: O////////////O h-hey! Shinoda: "Wh-What?" nea: w-what was that for?? *still blushing* Shinoda: "It...just felt like...you should be kissed." nea: .... you goof. Shinoda: "...You..." *stares at her eyes...* nea: ..... ./////. Shinoda: *leans down, kissing where her lip meets her cheek, just the edge* nea: >///////< Shinoda: *exhales, his breath looking like fog from her cold* "Nea..." nea: *flustered* ...felt nice..... Shinoda: *nods* "It did for me as well..." *leans her against his chest again, just holding her* nea:......this is nice....i....i kind of missed this. Shinoda: "I did, too, for so long. It's..." *strokes her back* nea: mmmmm... >/////< Shinoda: *hums lightly* nea:....*small nuzzle* U///n///U Shinoda: *continues holding her, just stroking her and humming* "You're..." nea: *hug and whimpers* Shinoda: "Nea? Are you okay?" nea: you wont....abandon me again.....right? *tearing up* Shinoda: *shakes his head* "Never. Never again." nea:....i want to let you back in...but part of me is scared to.... Shinoda: "..." *nods* "I have to earn your trust...Take it slow? Like, melting?" nea:....depends. Shinoda: "???" nea:.....*small smooch* Shinoda: "!!! ..." *small smooch back* nea:....*pulls back, blushing* ....this is nice....mind the cold? Shinoda: *sighs, an icy breath released, as he smiles* "Not at all." nea:....*smooch* Shinoda: *rubs her back lightly, moaning lightly in the kiss* -elsewhere- Yohei: *eyes bloodshot* chie: honey? you ok? Yohei: *shakes his head* "This project is taking a lot out of me." *yawn* chie: i know....maybe you should get some sleep...you know i worry about you... *kiss* Yohei: *yawns* "Okay..." *falls onto the bed* chie: sleep well...*snuggle* Yohei: *yawn* "Love you..." *holds her* -morning- Kid: *grumble* stocking: you ok? Kid: "My tummy hurts from the candy...I didn't eat that much." stocking: awww.... Kid: "Could you get me some medicine?" -elsewhere- Arthur: "What are the attractions around this city?" shinra: there's the shrine, the park, hot springs, a theater... Arthur: "...Yeah, let's avoid the hot springs." tamaki: smart call. Arthur: "What's at the theater?" shinra: 'enka performance', 'kabuki theater'....???? Arthur: "What on Earth is 'Noh Theater'? Why wouldn't you want _any_ theater?" tamaki: not what it means... -_-; Arthur: "???" -elsewhere- Shinoda: *sitting in the corner as punishment* lin: what did you do? Shinoda: "I don't want to talk about it. Just bring me my apple, okay?" *turns--revealing a black eye* lin: o-o; Shinoda: "...Get me an ice pack, too...please?" -elsewhere- Anya: *hanging up her Halloween outfit* "Until another year, then..." mio: *asleep* tsugumi: *in her sweater* Meme: *asleep as well in bed* "Yummy cupcakes...candy canes...candy corn..." Anya: "I was looking at some new recipes for Thanksgiving, including for sweet potatoes!" -elsewhere- Black Star: *making pancakes* tsubaki: *watching tv* Black Star: "Almost done! Want any fruit on yours?" -elsewhere- Medusa: "Wow. You two look like shit." shaula: shaddap, my birthdays gonna be tomorrow, so would it kill ya to be a little nice to me? Medusa: "Yes. It would kill me. Then I would just take over another body--and beat your sorry ass with the corpse of my previous body like a club." shaula:.....*mutters* fat bitch. *PUNCH* shaula: OW! neian: *crying* Medusa: "!!!" *nervous smile* "It's okay, Neian! Mommy's here..." neian: mumu... Medusa: "Yes, Mama!" -elsewhere- Tsukiyo: "THOSE LITTLE BRATS!" fang-hua: *sighs* what now? Tsukiyo: " 'Bunny girl, play with us!' 'Bunny girl, I'm bored!' 'Bunny girl, you little slut!' CAN YOU BELIEVE THEY SAID THAT?!" fang-hua: o-o; (thinking: WHO TAUGHT THEM TO TALK LIKE THAT?!) Tsukiyo: "So I'm gonna get back at them! They want a snack?! I'll give them a snack! One that's nice and spicy!" fang-hua: tsukiyo- officer: the commander has returned! another successful mission! Benimaru: "Out of the way. We need medical, now." *he's supporting Konro's weight* fang-hua: !! kabuki: right away! Tsukiyo: "!!!" *hops up and down to reach entrance, pulling medical supplies out and brings back to Konro) "What happened, Konro?!" fang-hua: ?! Konro: *grunts* "My skin is on fire..." *It's turning to ash and char* "The medicine...the topical medicine..." -elsewhere- Kid: *sitting up in bed, sipping tea, grumbling* stocking: *snuggles* Kid: "Maybe there was something in the candy...Or I did eat too much...I wish I had your tolerance for so many sweets..." stocking: *she kisses him* i love you kiddo... Kid: *hums* "I love you, too. You're so sweet..." -elsewhere- Wes: "So...would you want to meet my parents? Or should I decline?" liz: i think i should. better now than later, right? Wes: "Only if you're comfortable. I should warn you, my parents are...They're dicks. They are huge, honking dicks." liz: i've seen worse, haha. Wes: *inhales* "I just...I worry that it'll make you look unfavorably at Soul and me..." liz: its fine, you arent your parents...neither of you....just like im not my mother..... Wes: "..." *holds her hand, nods* -elsewhere- Witch Judge: "This was their last location...Ponera and Shaula. How did they survive?" maaba: nyamu? Witch Judge: "Perhaps. That's the trouble: if Ponera did hide away, her network of lairs was so vast that locating her could take decades--and in that time she can scurry to a new location. And Shaula..." kinuta: so she launched an attack and lived? Witch Judge: *nods* "What do you know about that incident?" kinuta: rumors, mostly. witch: i heard she fought all the death scythes! and she lived??!! Witch Judge: *inhales* "This is bad...We will need a surveillance team to locate Shaula, accompanied by an elite force of our best..." -elsewhere- Kepuri: *yawns* "These stupid eyeballs...I can't get the radial rotation just right..." mana: maybe get an expert on bio-tech in to help? Kepuri: "If I knew any." *taps her head* "After getting attached to Baldy Lightning-Bug-Anus, I had my fill of bio-tech, and I don't know many people at hospitals who specialize in it." mana: have you tried the yellow pages? Kepuri: *just stares* "...They actually advertise for that sort of thing?" mana: yeah. Kepuri: "..." *pulls up yellow pages online* "Better than reading through a hard copy...Hmm...I see a few...Which one to go with?" -elsewhere- Akitaru: *leaning back in the hot spring* "So good..." Takehisa: -\\\\\- "Ah..." shinra: -//////- Arthur: "Hmph. I thought that play was stupid." *takes off his towel and goes into the water* shinra: it was a new experience... Arthur: "If I understand half of the content...or Japanese." Takehisa: *tosses wet towel into Arthur's face* "Less talking." Akitaru: *snort laugh* Akitaru: "How you holdin' up, son?" shinra:...good...*looks at arthur* *muttering in japanese* <arthur likes aoyama's fine butt> Arthur: "??? Ao-ee-what?" Akitaru: *loud guffawing* shinra: *whistling* Takehisa: *snort laugh* Arthur: D: "Stop laughing at me!" *tackles Shinra* shinra: ACK! DX Akitaru: "Wow! Boys! No rough-housing!" Takehisa: "Best pull them loose before we get complaints..." *grabs at Shinra* -the door slides open- kabuki: oh, i didnt know there were others here. *Everyone freezes* Akitaru: "Um..." Takehisa: "Are you...?" Arthur: *holding Shinra in a tight hug in trying to tackle him* "???" shinra: oh, you're that lady from the 7th who we met earlier right? the one fang-hua talked to? kabuki: *sweatdrop* Arthur: D: "Why is a lady in here?!" Takehisa: "...Well..." Akitaru: "...Um...Yo?" kabuki: im actually a man. shinra: !! OHMYGODIMSOSORRYSIR! Akitaru: "Cool either way." Takehisa: *nods* kabuki: it's alright, its not the first time it's happened, and i can assure you it wont be the last time either. Arthur: "..." *slides back into water* Akitaru: "Sorry for the noise. The boys were getting excited." kabuki: ah...you wished to speak with commander shinmon, right? Akitaru: "Yeah. Things still delayed scheduling the meeting?" Arthur: "Hmph. Just rush inside then..." kabuki: he actually just returned from a mission today. if all goes to plan, you'll be able to talk to him tomorrow morning... shinra: that's great! Akitaru: "Hey, thanks! That's really!" ???: "Come on, kitten! I just want to wash your back!" shinra: oh boy. tamaki: LEAVE ME ALONE! DX< Arthur: "..." -\\\\\- Tsukiyo: "...Okay, fine--you can touch them first--" tamaki: WHAT IS WRONG WITH YOU?! fang-hua: *sweatdrop* Takehisa: "...How childish..." Tsukiyo: "Fang-Hua, back me up on this! Skinship is the way to bond, right?" fang-hua: -_-;; *chop* behave yourself. Tsukiyo: *falls into water face-first* Arthur: "...I see her good luck charms did not work as effectively..." tamaki: *slides into the water with bubbles coming up* why cant i just get a break for once? serina: i can understand your pain. Tsukiyo: *pops back up* "I feel kind of put upon here...So, Kitten, what's your story between you and that knight boy?" Arthur: "!!!" tamaki: *blushing* well....i-its kind of complicated. maki: she's involved in a love triangle. tamaki: DONT ACT SO CASUAL ABOUT IT!! >////< Arthur: "?!!!!!" *opens his mouth to scream* Tsukiyo: :3 "Tell me more, Maki!" -maki tells about the whole thing- tamaki: YOU'RE THE WORST MAKI!! Arthur: D: Tsukiyo: "...That is hot." Tsukiyo: "So, Tamaki, ever think about a boy-toy sandwich~?" Arthur: D: D: D: D: tamaki:...... O///////////////O *cat ears and tail* >///////////////////< fang-hua: tsukiyo! D:< Tsukiyo: "Wow! That's really hot! Just look at that fire shine on her skin! God, you are so attractive, girl! You only swing towards boys, or--?" Arthur: "..." *passes out* tamaki: OH MY GOD! I THINK IM DONE WITH MY BATH NOW! GOOD F*CKING NIGHT! Arthur: *trying to wake up again* "Mah...mah...mah..." Tsukiyo: *stands up to follow* "Oh, come on! Don't leave yet!" tamaki: *slips and stumbles out into the hall, losing her towel in the process* ACK! Tsukiyo: "...Exhibitionist, huh?" Arthur: "?!!!" *runs into the hall* "Fear not, my love! I will save you!" *runs out...forgetting his towel* tamaki: e- O////////////O *covering herself* OH GOD DAMMIT!! Arthur: "...What?" Tsukiyo: -_- "You people are pathetic..." *removes her towel, steps into the hall* "There. Now you aren't embarrassed alone~" patron: O-O Arthur: o_______o *massive nosebleed* patron 2: what the hell? Akitaru: "...We are so screwed, aren't we?" Takehisa: "Yep." shinra: *hides* -later- tamaki: Q////Q Arthur: *covering his face* Tsukiyo: "Well, that makes the fifth place I can't go back to..." maki: *pap pap* fang-hua: im just glad kabuki pulled through for us. Akitaru: "Yeah, thanks. I'm sorry for Tamaki and Arthur. They have pretty bad luck..." tamaki: TT//////TT Arthur: "..." *hesitates to pat Tamaki's shoulder reassuringly* tamaki: i should have myself blessed at the shrine. im getting desperate... Arthur: "We can go tomorrow...if you want..." tamaki:...i would like that. Arthur: *small smile* -elsewhere- Patty: *peeking over the couch* liz: *reading* Patty: "...SURPRISE GLOMP!" liz: ah! haha! XD Patty: *tickles her, then kisses her cheek* "Love you, Sis!" liz: *hair ruffle* hehe. Patty: *hug* "Good reading, Sis?" liz: yeah. Patty: "Hey, we still up for Thanksgiving? I can't wait to put together a mean pumpkin pie!" liz: actually, i'll be with wes, but we can have our own dinner, ok? Patty: *pouting* "Okay...So, is Wes going to pop the question or something?" liz: O///////O well, im going to be meeting his parents. (thinking: which i can imagine will go sooo smoothly...) Patty: "Aaaaaaaand why do most people have someone meet their parents?" *eyebrow wiggle* liz:........ O/////////////////////////////////////O Patty: *pats her head* "Don't worry--I'll make sure to give you away. But if Wes hurts you, I'm gonna rip his balls off." liz: ok...thanks for the reassurance. Patty: "Hee hee!" *lays down, letting her head rest in her lap* -elsewhere- Rino: *wearing gloves and a mask over her nose and mouth, having just scrubbed the bathroom* T_T "This job sucks, Miss Gabriella..." gabriella: yeah, i guess it would stink. Hibana: "Less talking, more cleaning! I want this bathroom spick-and-span for Shinra when he gets back, and for Iris now!" Iris: -_-; "Commander Miwa?" miwa: hmm? *eating toast* Iris: "What do you do when one of your subordinates is misbehaving...like Sister is?" miwa: squeaky hammer of judgement. *pulls out a squeaky hammer* Iris: o__o "...That is so adorable!" miwa: yep owo Iris: "...Want to hit Sister with me?" miwa:....there's only one hammer though... Iris: "..." *puppy dog eyes* miwa:....have at it you little cinnamon roll. Iris: *smiles broadly* "Thank you!" *takes the squeaky hammer, runs towards the bathrooms* "Oh, Sister~" Hibana: "Ye--" *BONK* *BONK* *BONK* Rino: "?!!" gabriella: AHHHHH!!!!! IRIS WHAT ARE YOU DOING?! Hibana: *trying to run away* "AAAH! Iris?!" Iris: "Stop trying to move out the Commander *the Commander's item!" *BONK* "And stop abusing your new hired help!" *BONK* Hibana: *hides behind Gabriella* Q_Q -elsewhere- Kid: *purring* stocking: so cute~ Kid: "I feel better now..." stocking: im glad to know~<3 Kid: *cuddles* "We...are good together." stocking: we really are....im glad you're in my life, kid. Kid: "I as well...I want..." stocking: hmm? Kid: "..." ("No, not now...not yet") *smooch* "I wanted to do that..." stocking: mmmmm~ Kid: *cuddles* "I grow more in love with you each day. And I can't wait to love you so much more the next day. And a month from now. And a year from now...and longer than that." stocking: *kiss* i love you too. so much. Kid: *hugs, letting his head rest along her stomach* -elsewhere- Arthur: *looking up at the sky, seeing the Moon...* shinra: *asleep* Arthur: "..." ("Tamaki...I...I want to...") serina: oh, you're still awake, mr boyle? Arthur: "Oh...Yes. Sorry. Did I wake you?" serina: no...did you need someone to talk to? Arthur: "...I was just thinking about someone I...care about." ("I...I love...") serina: ah. i see. Arthur: "...A while ago, I was hurt, badly. I was without my friends, without my power...defenseless. But I had one thought while held captive..." serina: oh? Arthur: "...That I wanted to return home, and return to her." serina: *listening* that would be...tamaki, right? Arthur: -\\\\- "I'm that transparent, huh?" serina: well...n-nevermind. Arthur: "??? What is it? Tell me." serina:....the hot spring incident- >.>; Arthur: o\\\\\\o "Um..." ("...Tamaki...She is the most beautiful woman I have ever seen...") serina: what is it about her that you like? Arthur: "Oh...Um..." *blushing, trying to think of something other than seeing her today* "...She is so driven. So adamant." serina: *listening* Arthur: "She left the 1st, knowing something was wrong. She refused to go back. I admire her. Regardless the rules, her orders, there is one thing that Tamaki values more than that: justice." serina: ah, i see...i dont know much about the 1st, i've only been there occasionally... the only one i really know from the 1st is father li. Arthur: *nods* "The priests are...inscrutable. But in my experiences with Li, I can respect them. Burns...not so much." serina: .... Arthur: "When I first met Tamaki, I kept looking at her. This clutzy girl, always crashing into someone, breasts-first into their face, or losing her pants..." *small laugh* "I remember how ferocious she was, chasing Shinra around when he accidentally groped her...She looked so...powerful." serina: i see.....poor girl, having so many accidents... {past!tamaki: YOUR ASS IS GRASS YOU LITTLE SHIT!!} {past!shinra: HELP SHE'S GONNA KILL ME!!} Arthur: *nods* "Yes. But she doesn't let those embarrassments hold her back. She keeps going, keeps trying, faces us all everyday...She is so brave, so confident." serina: *she nods* Arthur: "I...love her." tamaki: *outside listening* *blush* Arthur: *looks up again at the Moon* "...Serina? Please don't tell Tamaki I said any of this. She has so much to think about that...I don't think the time is right. Or will be." serina: perhaps someday... and i wont say anything. tamaki: *sneaks back to her room* (thinking: arthur......*remembering their kiss* .....) .//////. Arthur: "...I'll be accompanying Tamaki to the shrine, then. I hope it brings us both luck we have not had..." serina: i see. well best of luck. good night. Arthur: *nods* "Good night." ("Tamaki...So powerful. So just. So...beautiful.") -early morning- Akitaru: "...Do I wear a tie? Does someone wear a tie when meeting someone from the 7th?" maki: i dont think so. tamaki: we're going to the shrine now, good luck with the meeting. padma: misora's still asleep...honestly, that girl... Takehisa: "...Hmm..." Arthur: *waves to the others* "Later." *follows Tamaki* fang-hua: are you ready to go? shinra: yeah. -elsewhere, in a room- ???:....mmhmm...ok...hear you loud and clear mr manager~<3 -back with the 8th- Hibana: *smooch* gabriella: hehe~ -back in asakusa town- Akitaru: *following Fang-Hua* "Thanks for doing this for us." fang-hua: its no problem. well, here we are. best of luck, ok? shinra: im sure we can handle this. Akitaru: *nods, as he pushes open the curtain to Benimaru's office and enters--* Benimaru: "Go. Away." shinra: *cold chill* Akitaru: "Um..." *clears his throat* "Commander. We are here--" Benimaru: "You come uninvited." *nods to Fang-Hua* "Show them out. Now." fang-hua: commander... kabuki: perhaps we should hear them out before judging them? Akitaru: "Were we to have contacted the Fire Council first? No, of course not. We knew you, the 7th's Commander, Shinmon Benimaru, doesn’t like boring procedures." Tsukiyo: "So, they skipped the middle-man for your benefit, Commander~" :3 Benimaru: "..." Benimaru: "Hikage, please stop tugging on my sleeve like that." hikage: but im so boooored! Benimaru: "...The adults have to speak." *points at Shinra* "You. Go play with Hikage and Hinata." shinra: ok then. hikage: XP *runs off* shinra: h-hey come on! fang-hua: *sweatdrop* Takehisa: "We came here to discuss who is--" Benimaru: "Transforming humans into Flame Beings. Yes, I know." maki: yeah, we were hoping you'd help form an alliance with us to find the white hoods and 'preacher'. Benimaru: "...We in the 7th keep to ourselves." Tsukiyo: "Well, not that much to ourselves--" Benimaru: *throws a mochi at Tsukiyo's head* Tsukiyo: *pouts* fang-hua: not now tsukiyo -_-; Benimaru: "We make no alliances with other Brigades. That is my honest opinion." maki: oh come on, the least you could do is give us a chance! -at the shrine- hinata+hikage: *hiding behind the donation box, giggling* Arthur: *doing a small prayer* shinra: come on you two, where are you? honestly.. tamaki: *also praying* Arthur: "..." *risks opening an eye to look at Tamaki* ("...She's so...") shinra: *looking around* ???: oh, hello. shinra: *turns to see a woman in an unusual uniform* kirei: you're from the 8th, right? shinra: um yes ma'am...i was looking for two gi- hinata+hikage: kirei-nee-chan! *they hug her* kirei: hinata, hikage, good to see you. *she smiles* Arthur: *continues to pray...* ("May I...May I find...May I please be with...") tamaki: oh! you were passing out charms the other day! i got a few of them, could you give me some extra blessings? kirei: ah...well, i could give you this. *gives her a charm* hopefully it brings you luck. tamaki: thank you so much ma'am! Arthur: *small smile* shinra: ......oh, hey arthur. Arthur: "Hey." -BOOOOM- shinra: ?! tamaki: what was that?! kirei: !! *holding the twins close* Arthur: "An explosion?!" kirei: wait here, the commander will handle this... -at the 7th- maki: what the hell was that?! -screams can be heard- Benimaru: "Fang-Hua, what is going on?" fang-hua: i dont know- solider: a flame human has appeared sir! Benimaru: "..." (steps outside, sees the smoke coming) "Who is the victim?" soldier: that noisy old coot, kantaro. Soldier #2: "Get water, quickly!" Benimaru: "..." *pushes Akitaru aside to reach the exit. Outside, he pulls down his right sleeve* "Soldier, have you evacuated everyone?" soldier 3: all civilians have been evacuated, sir! Soldier #2: "And we marked the location with matois!" Benimaru: "..." *pulls down right sleeve, raises his matois into the air* "Let's start this party!" *he reels back, throws his matois into the air...and as it descends, it ignites, crashing into a building and destroying it* Akitaru: "?!!!" *The building's crash sends a shockwave felt all the way to the Shrine, where Shinra, Tamaki, and others are* maki: woah! tamaki: *keeping steady* woah! shinra: !!! you guys alright? kirei: we're fine, it was just the commander. shinra: ?? Arthur: "The Commander? What?" Soldier #2: "Heck yeah, Benimaru! Make it loud!" *Benimaru spots a soldier emerge from the wrecked building* Soldier #4: "Benimaru! Wrong building, sir! You wanted that one, over there!" maki: what the heck?! padma: can he even afford this kind of damage? Benimaru: "...Yeah, yeah, I'm going." *he pulls out another matois, takes a step forward--and leaps high into the air, spotting Kantarou's actual location* Akitaru: -_-; "And they say we cause property damage..." maki: just what the heck even is that? that's really insane how he can do that! kabuki: *looks at konro* do you want to tell them or should i? Konro: *nods to Kabuki* "You explain..." *removes his coat, revealing his skin already ashing...* kabuki: commander benimaru is rare case, being able to use the abilitys of 3rd generation ignition and 2nd generation control, being able to freely create flames and control them. maki: you say that like 3rd gens cant control their own fire *sweatdrop* Akitaru: "Three different ranges of ability...No wonder he's called the most powerful member of the Fire Brigade Alliance..." maki: still sounds kinda OP... Tsukiyo: "?!!! Watch what you say about Beni-hottie!" tamaki: that blast was pretty intense, will we be safe? Benimaru: *spots Kantarou* "There you are, Old Man..." Arthur: "..." *takes her hand* "Let's get in the doorway: it's more fortified there. Shinra, grab the children!" kirei: *she nods* there's protective charms around the shrine to ward off the after effects of benimaru's messes. Benimaru: "SOLDIERS! THROW YOUR MATOIS UP TO ME!" soldiers: seiya! seiya! Benimaru: *he holds his matois and, as he descends, throws his down at Kantarou, which causes the other matois to follow to their target* *The matois destroy more buildings around Kantarou, not hitting the target himself* ???: *watching* ahhh... Kantarou: *ROAR!* fang-hua: need any assistance, commander? Benimaru: *lands next to Fang-Hua* "Evacuate more, and--" Kantarou: *ROAR!* *rushes at Benimaru* Benimaru: "?!!!" fang-hua: commander! *throws firecracker* ~dance of the dragon carp~ -the firecracker lands at kantarou's feet- kirei: *praying for kantarou* ashes to ashes.... Kantarou: *confused grunts, shriek* Benimaru: "..." *marches up to Kantarou* "Shh...Shh...It's okay. Old man, the city is destroyed...You may release all your anger!” Kantarou: *calmer...then a shriek and lunges at Benimaru* kirei:....*ringing the bell* fang-hua: commander!! Benimaru: "Huh...Noisy as ever..." *slams his open hand through Kantarou's chest* "You've done a good job, Kantarou..." -the bell continues to ring- Kantarou: "..." *calmer* "...M-Maaaaaaster?" *lays a hand on Benimaru's left shoulder, leaving a scorch mark* "Thank...you..." *Kantarou's body dissolves, burning ash fluttering through the air* -the bell continues to ring- Benimaru: *sadly watches the body evaporate* Akitaru: *watching Benimaru* maki:...... shinra: is it...over? Arthur: "..." *still holding Tamaki's hand* Konro: "It is done..." *gasps, as he clutches his chest* kirei:...yes. excuse me. *she exits* kabuki: konro? Tsukiyo: "!!!" maki: ?! Tsukiyo: "Get him back to the medical ward, now!" *picks him up, leaps to the office* Benimaru: "..." *enters Kantarou's abandoned restaurant, where he sees a tray of daifuku* kantarou's son: d....dad.... Benimaru: "???" *spots the son* "..." *approaches* kantarou's son: *sniff sniff* Benimaru: "..." *notices the scorch mark on his cloak, left by Kantarou* "..." *leans down to the son, and hugs him* kantarou's son: *crying* Benimaru: "..." *silently holds him, letting the son cry* kirei: *entering* ......it's ok, toshio. your father is still with you... *she hugs him* Benimaru: *watches, nods* Akitaru: *looking around* "All this destruction..." shinra: *running to them* did...did commander shinmon do all this? fang-hua: yeah... maki: long story. Akitaru: "Shinra! Are you all okay?" shinra: yeah, tamaki, arthur and the kids are back at the shrine. sister kirei went off somewhere, but- Old Woman: "Oh, my. I see our Prince of Destruction is at it again!" *chuckles* shinra: prince? Old Woman: "Benimaru-chan. He certainly makes quite a racket, huh?" Akitaru: "You call...this destruction...just noise?" *looks to Shinra* shinra:.. yeah, we could feel it all the way at the shrine... Old Woman: "..." *sadly smiles at one destroyed building* "That one...That one was my house." shinra: im so sorry ma'am! we can help rebuild it- Old Woman: "Of course it can be rebuilt. We here in Asakusa would gladly give up our homes, if we may give solace to those tormented souls, like poor Kantarou..." shinra: ...... Old Woman: "The Sun God destroys with Their flame. There is one thing that unites all humans: we die. And since we're going to die anyway, what's wrong with losing a house now and then? If it can bring peace to Kantarou, to let him know there is nothing left here to destroy, that he has no need to fear harming anyone, so be it. And Shinmon Benimaru..." *Old Woman points to Benimaru, comforting the son* Old Woman: "He may destroy. But he is also very gentle." shinra:..... Akitaru: "The 7th is one of the most powerful Brigades. Their ways differ from our own, but in the end, we all have the same goal..." shinra: and kirei? Old Woman: *nods* Akitaru: *looks to Fang-Hua for an explanation as to Kirei* fang-hua: she's one of the sisters of the asakusa shrine. she provides blessings and makes peace with the lost souls. i guess she and the commander are balanced, in a way. Old Woman: "One destroys, one rebuilds." shinra:.....*looks at them* (thinking; looking at them together, they almost seem like twins...) Benimaru: "...Kirei...Bring out the fireworks." kirei: *she nods and exits with toshio* come along, you and your mother can stay at the shrine for a while... *Soldiers set down their matois and begin to generate flames that sail into the sky--and explode into fireworks* Takehisa: "Hmph. It's like Matsuri...What a way to give a funeral to Kantarou..." fang-hua: *setting off her own fireworks, creating very impressive displays, almost like pictures* shinra: woah! that looked just like a dragon! fang-hua: well, that would be my second gen ability making it move. Tsukiyo: *sends up a firework, in the shape of a bunny* Arthur: "...Can you make one like a cat?" tamaki: *flustered* ???: *watching from the shadows*....that destructive power.....its so cool...~<3 Tsukiyo: "..." *smirks, as she transforms her bunny firework into a cat one* "Here you go!" ???: "Easy, there...Patience." tamaki: wow. Tsukiyo: "I see your boyfriend likes cats, too~" padma: what about the damages? tamaki: oh shush. -_-# Tsukiyo: *giggling, before patting Tamaki's bottom* tamaki: HEY! *shinra had to hold her back from ripping her head off* Akitaru: "..." *takes off his coat* "8th Brigade! Assist the 7th with all repairs!" Takehisa: *picks up a nail gun to start construction* -someone appears- misora: *yaaaaawns* padma: well it took you long enough! misora: sooorry~ i had to get my beauty sleep for beni-chan~ *winks* Tsukiyo: "Come on, Arthur! You can help me with welding!" Arthur: *pulled away* o\\\\\o Benimaru: *approaches Shinra* "What're you all doing? This is 7th Brigade work. Butt out." shinra: oh come on, at least give us a chance to prove ourselves! Benimaru: "You can prove yourself by leaving us al--" misora: KYAAAAA~! BENI-CHAAAAN~<3 *tries to glomp him* Benimaru: *side-steps, dodging Misora, who crashes into...* *grope grope* tamaki: GET OFF! DX< Akitaru: "...Tamaki, please stop bonding with your colleagues and get to work." tamaki: >n< serina: *setting up a medical station* Arthur: *too busy focusing on welding to notice Tamaki* Konro: *grunting* "I'm fine. This is really unnecessary..." serina: still, some people may have gotten injured. Benimaru: "..." *glances at Shinra* "Fine. Get to work rebuilding these houses. And don't screw it up." *marches to medical facility to tend to Konro* shinra: you got it. *takes a log and flies up* Benimaru: "..." ("...Impressive...") "Konro, lie back. I will tend to your injuries myself. Serina, please tend to the other patients." serina: alright. Konro: *calms down as Benimaru tends to him* Akitaru: *doing heavy lifting to move debris* maki: *lifting a log* hyah! Soldier #2: "Wow! Amazing work, Soldier !" maki: thanks! Soldier #3: "Hey! Hot Foot! More wood up here!" shinra: got it! Soldier #4: *gawking at Tamaki* tamaki:...what? Soldier #4: "Do all the girls at the 8th dress like you do? 'Cause if so, I'd love to transfer--" -PUNCH- fang-hua: no. -_-# Soldier #4: x___x Tsukiyo: *holding the beams for Arthur to weld, as she leans down for a view down her chest* "Here you go, Artie~" soldier 5: what the fuck oshima, she's just a kid! Arthur: *too focused on welding to notice* "Thanks. That's a big help." Tsukiyo: *pouts* "...Jerk." tamaki:....*twitch twitch* i dont like her. Oshima: x________x Akitaru: *passing by Tamaki* "Don't worry. See? Arthur isn't even looking at her." tamaki: and im not a kid! i'm quite mature for my age, plus i drink milk! *pouts* fang-hua: (thinking: just like a cat...) Oshima: *sits up* "Yeah! And that milk has helped you look really mature for your age!" Akitaru: "..." *body-slams Oshima* "No." tamaki: do you want to try dying once? shinra: *sweatdrop* (thinking: maybe we should have brought nozomi to keep tamaki in check...) Oshima: x______x "Contact Benimaru-chan. I need a death prayer for my soul..." serina: there you go sir. Akitaru: "Tamaki, help lift those logs to bring to the builders. Shinra, I could use a hand with these tiles." old man: thank you miss.... tamaki: alright. *cat tails them up* shinra: right! Arthur: *stops welding when he hears Tamaki flame on...watches her...* Tsukiyo: *pouts* ("Why isn't he looking at me?") hinata: tsukiyo-nee-chan's a skank! hikage: a total skank Tsukiyo: >-< "YOU LITTLE SHITS! I'LL KILL YOU!" Benimaru: *tending to Konro* Konro: *smiles at Benimaru* "Those people in the 8th...They aren't half-bad." Benimaru: "They aren't half-good either." fang-hua: how's konro? Benimaru: "...We're running out of medicine, Fang-Hua. When does the next shipment of anti-Haibyou medicine arrive?" fang-hua: it should be here by tomorrow afternoon... Benimaru: *nods* "Okay...You're going to have to do with just this dosage tonight, Konro..." Konro: *nods* "Thank you, Master." Benimaru: "...Don't call me that." serina: i can take the next patient now. Tsukiyo: *chasing after the Twins* *screeching bunny noise* hinata + hikage: WAAAH! Patient #1: "Heal me, Mistress!" Patient #2: "I need your loving touch!" serina: .... Akitaru: "??? Shinra, could you stop Bunny Girl from killing those kids..." Konro: "...Should I smack them, or would you like to, Serina?" serina: ... -_-# are you honestly injured? if not, then please leave. im not here to be eye candy, im here to tend to those in need of medical care. Patient #2: "...Seeing you, though, makes me feel all better..." serina: *keeping calm, but visibly annoyed* Konro: *DEATH GLARE* Patient #1: "!!!" *pulls Patient #2 away* padma: *death glares at the pervs with whip in hand* is there a problem here, gentlemen? Tsukiyo: *swinging at the Twins, trying to catch them* Patient #2: "...Okay, your whip is hot, ma'am--" shinra: come on tsukiyo, leave them be. padma: *flame whip at their feet* please leave. Tsukiyo: "BUT THOSE BRATS CALLED ME A SKANK?! DO I LOOK LIKE A SKANK?!!" Patient #1: *leaps into Patient #2's arms, as they flee* shinra: no you dont look like a knife. Tsukiyo: "...'Skank'! Not 'shank,' you twit!" shinra:.... (thinking: i dont want to be that guy, but the way you behave isnt helping you...at all) Tsukiyo: *intense glare* "I notice you aren't responding to that..." *menacing step towards the twins...* shinra: hey, do those guys need their shirts off for this? Tsukiyo: "!!!" *smiles and shiny happiness* "Really? Oh, gentlemen! Need someone to help you with your shirts? I can bring you some cool refreshing drinks!" *saunters over* shinra: *grabs the twins and goes inside* phew... hinata: unhand us you little shit! Akitaru: *chuckles, overhearing this* shinra: O-O (thinking: WHERE DID THEY PICK UP THIS KIND OF LANGUAGE?!) Arthur: *finishes welding...then looks around* "Need help, Tamaki?" tamaki: please help....im stuck in the donation box... maki: HOW IS THAT EVEN POSSIBLE?! Arthur: "?!!! I'll get you out! Um...Maybe if I tap the back of the box, you'll pop out?" tamaki: i think its weld shut or something?? Arthur: "Then I will unweld you! MINI-EXCALIBUR, GO!" *charges up Mini-Excalibur* maki: *rips off the top of the box* tamaki: *holding a large coin, looking like a lucky cat* q-q maki:....*cracks up* tamaki: WHAT'S SO FUNNY?! maki: *snaps a pic* tamaki: HEY! Arthur: "..." -\\\\\- "So adorable..." Arthur: "Can you text that pic to me?" -inside- Benimaru: "..." Konro: "...Are you going to work with them? They seem trustworthy." Benimaru: "We in the 7th cannot look weak. We need no assistance." hikage: konro! commander, this shitty brat's pestering us. shinra: Q-Q why are you two so mean? Konro: "What have you been doing, Hikage, Hinata? Playing games?" hikage: yeah, then tsuki-nee-chan got mad and this loser dragged us off. hinata: punch him in the junk! shinra: *jawdrop* -shinra now sits in the corner of woe- shinra: Q-Q if sho saw me like this, he'd probably laugh at me... Konro: *chuckle* "Children, why don't you have Mr. Fire Top over here show you his dance..." shinra: dance? fang-hua: need me to look after them? Konro: "Mr. Shinra here is a great dancer! Have him dance for you, kids...Fang-Hua would like to see him dance too, right?" fang-hua: i suppose. how about you show us tomorrow? for now, lets go to the shrine, i hear kirei bought some konpeito, and maybe if you ask nicely, she'll give you some. hinata: yay! hikage: konpeito! konpeito! *the two leave with fang-hua* shinra:...she's a natural with kids, it seems. Benimaru: "Better than you, it seems." Konro: -_-; "Master..." shinra: *frowns* Benimaru: "Lie down, Konro, you need to recover." *Konro's body has charred marks around his skin, which Shinra can see* shinra:.....(thinking: his skin...) Konro: "..." *looks away as he lies down* shinra: ah, s-sorry, i shouldnt stare...i'll just go now... Benimaru: "..." Konro: "..." *closes his eyes, tries to sleep* -outside- Takehisa: *finishes nailing* "There. The wall is done." maki: nice job. Takehisa: *small smile* "Good work clearing the debris...and getting that pic of Tamaki." maki: ^^ tamaki: you suck. Arthur: "Just because you got a cute pic?" kabuki: regardless, you all did a fine job...but its getting dark out, perhaps you should call it a night for now...thankfully, the ryoukan you're staying at didnt suffer any damage... Akitaru: *nods* "Thank you for letting us join your project." kabuki: we're happy to get the extra help. even though the commander might not seem it, im sure he appreciates it. -later- shinra:....*talking with iris and relan via vidchat* shinra: it was a lot of work, but we did pretty good i think... Iris: *small clap* "Good work!" Relan: *nods* "That's really helpful of you all." shinra: yeah, tamaki got stuck inside a box, based on what maki posted *chuckles* but all in all, today was a pretty alright day...i really wish you two were here... Relan: "...I--We, miss you, too, Shinra." Iris: *nods* "It's not the same here without you...especially with Sister's...habits." shinra: *nods* how are you guys holding up? Iris: "Sister is...like herself. But Miwa and Gabriella are keeping her in line." Relan: "...It's lonely here. We've all been busy with training." shinra: *he nods* how's buttons doing? Relan: "Really well! I taught him a new trick..." *holds Buttons up to the camera* Iris: "Aaaaah, so cute!" shinra: that's really cool, good job rel! Relan: "Heh heh...Thanks. You having fun over there?" -elsewhere- heibito: *chewing on a severed hand* Asura: "Aawww..." :) mikan: so precious... *smiling* heibito: muma! Asura: "...I want...an image of this scene." mikan: *cradling him with her hair* Asura: "...My loves..." mikan: *holding a camera* it's going to make a flash, so if you see that, its only the camera. Asura: "O-Okay..." mikan: *she takes a picture* its ok, see? no one's hurt....other than the person the hand belonged to. *Asura is already curled into an armadillo ball* mikan: *small smile* its ok, sweetie...we're right here...*hugs* Asura: *uncurls from the ball, hugging her* mikan: *kisses him gently* i love you. Asura: "I love you. I love our child." heibito: dad! Asura: *smiles* "Son..." -elsewhere- Yumi: "She won't stop crying, Death..." lord death: shhhh, its ok sweetie... shiori: *sniff sniff* Yumi: "She was fine a few moments ago...Maybe her tummy?" lord death: *humming a lullaby* shiori: *clinging to lord death and crying* Yumi: *sadly looking at their baby* -elsewhere- Yohei: *yawns* "That felt better..." chie: *she smiles* Yohei: *kiss* "I...got another residual check, I didn't tell you about..." chie: ?? Yohei: "..." *pulls it out of his wallet, shows it to her...and unfolds it to show all the zeroes...* chie:....wow. Yohei: *nods* "Even after taxes, that's a lot." *lays hand on Chie's belly* "Baby's going to Ivy League..." chie: *she smiles* Yohei: "..." *kiss on her cheek* "Feel okay?" chie: yeah. -elsewhere- Kid: *eye twitching, as he sees cat claw scratches on his suit* kirika: *whistling* Kid: "..." *hands the suit to Kirika* "Here. Happy early birthday." kirika: dude, you have like, what, 7,000 of the same suit? Kid: T_T "I want 8,000..." -elsewhere- Arthur: *standing outside a door* maki: oh, hey arthur, whats up? Arthur: *stands erect* "H-Hi...Um...I was wondering whether..um...well..." maki: ?? Arthur: "...Is Tamaki in?" maki: should be. Arthur: "Good." *stands frozen* "Good." *still frozen* tamaki: *in her room, playing neko atsume* Arthur: "..." *screaming internally* tamaki: OHMYGODYESIGOTARARECAT!! Arthur: "!!!" Arthur: *runs away* "I CAN'T DO THIS!" tamaki: ?? *shrugs and goes back to playing* Arthur: *hides under his futon in his room* shinra: ?? arthur? you ok? Arthur: "...I love Tamaki." shinra:.....i knew it. Arthur: "...When we were in the hot spring, why didn't she know? She's still attracted to Aoyama..." shinra: ...well, im not sure what she's thinking. im not a mind reader... Arthur: "...Could you become one? Like, if you got dosed with enough radiation, or bathed in the Lake of the Lady of the Lake--" shinra: -_-; Arthur: "...She's so beautiful...and stronger...and kind to everyone around her." shinra: ... (thought!tamaki: FUCKING MOTHER FUCK I'LL KICK YOUR ASS YOU FUCKER!!) yeah... Arthur: "...I want to tell her. I can't tell her. I MUST TELL HER! I'm too scared to tell her. I want to die. I WILL LIVE! I'm gonna die..." shinra: *SLAP* get a hold of yourself man! Arthur: "...Okay. I'll calm down..." *slaps his face* shinra: -_-; Arthur: "...She was so pretty today. She was making those repairs...Yesterday..." shinra: ..... >.>;; Arthur: "...She is beautiful." shinra: congrats. Arthur: " 'Congratulations'? For what?" shinra: you're happy, right? Arthur: "...I am. But I love her. And I...I don't know that she loves me. What if she loves Aoyama?" shinra: then i dont know. Arthur: "..." *whimper, sob, whimper* shinra:....*sigh* do you need something to drink? Arthur: *nods* "Sak-ee?" shinra: its sak-ey, and you're too young -_- Arthur: "But we're on a trip. What's the worst that can happen?" shinra: a lot. Arthur: Q_Q *whimpers* shinra: go to bed arthur. Arthur: *curls up on futon, crying* -elsewhere- Joker: "Jeez, this is boring..." -the phone rings- Joker: "???" *looks at the screen* [text from 'TheCutestIdol-OWO': i got the job done, mr manager~<3] Joker: -_-; [text from 'HammillFan32': good. observe and report updates] [text from 'TheCutestIdol-OWO': can and will do~<3] scarlet: .... Joker: "So, that moves forward with that plan. Now that leaves us to keep an eye on Hibana and the others...including that sister of hers...And her girlfriend." -elsewhere- Shotaro: *hanging upside from the ceiling, watching TV...at 9:34 at night* akaderu: *also watching, eating cherries* Kepuri: *snuggles against him* akaderu: *blushes and hugs her* Kepuri: *hums happily* lin: *asleep in emine's room, laying next to him* Emine: "..." *smooths her hair* lin: *smiles* -elsewhere- pearl: *walking through the halls of the base* Karim: "Pearl?" pearl: good evening, father fulham. i was just coming in to check on you. Karim: "Regarding?" pearl: just in general. you work so hard, and i worry about you. Karim: "..." -\\\\- "Thank you. I am fine. But I was going to make some tea." pearl: ah, would you like me to join you? Karim: "Tea is better with company." pearl: *she smiles* (thinking: father fulham...) Karim: *brews water and pulls out cups* "Cookies?" pearl: im fine. but maybe save them for ruby if she's still awake... even though she's older than me, she's still in touch with her youth Karim: *small laugh* "Okay." *pours the tea* "Enjoy." pearl: thank you. -elsewhere- Yumi: *pats Shiori's back* shiori: *asleep now* -morning- -a light fog covers asakusa- Arthur: *turning on the futon--and falls off* shinra: zzzzzzz *drooling on his pillow* *dreaming about snuggling with relan and iris* Arthur: *grumbles, gets up and walks out of room* padma: good morning. Arthur: "Oh. Hey." *yawn* padma: your commanders are already awake, and are heading to the site of construction, be sure to join them when you're ready. Arthur: *yawn* "Okay...Just need a shower and something to eat..." *walks towards bathroom* -at the construction site- Akitaru: "Where you want us to start--" Benimaru: "..." *crosses arms looks away* "My subordinates will instruct you." -seems they're at the ready- maki: *wave* fang-hua: *nods* Akitaru: "Um..." *looks around, sees a broken building* "I guess we're starting here, Fang-Hua?" fang-hua: *she nods* Akitaru: "Okay. We're gonna need to hurry up on the scaffolding, finish the supports..." *opens a catalogue* "Order new furniture--" -elsewhere, at school- ochako: did you hear that rumor about the 4th brigade? Izuku: "Rumor?" ochako: yeah, apparently one of their members was part of the hell blaze gang! Izuku: o_o; "Um... Izuku: "That sounds dangerous...Who are the Hell Blaze Gang again?" ochako: from what i heard, they're a group of people with ignition abilities who are some of the most dangerous and ruthless people around. Izuku: o______o "Um...Why would the 4th hire someone like that?" ochako: i think they're under probation? i dunno... Izuku: "Why would this city just let criminals wander around on probation?!" Patty: "You want to say that to my face, motherfucker?" Izuku: O_________O liz: easy patti, easy... ochako: well, death city is 'a city of second chances', right? Izuku: *skirts back to hide between Ochako* "So...Do you know where these 4th Brigade members are in the school?" Patty: *still glaring* liz: not sure. selim: *towering over*.........hiiiiii...... *grins* Izuku: .______. Patty: "...Well, hi there!" :D ochako: O-O;;; liz: *exits* nopenopenopenopenope Patty: "Is that your real face? It looks all creepy and stuff. Also, can I borrow a dollar?" -elsewhere- Kid: *writing notes* stocking: *also writing notes* Kid: "..." *passes a small note to Stocking* stocking: ?? *she looks* *It's a doodle of him and her holding hands* stocking: *she smiles* you cutie. Kid: *smiles, whispers* "I try." stocking: *kiss on both cheeks* Kid: -\\\\\- *holds her hand as he keeps reading* stocking: hehe~ Kid: *points to one part of the book* "Ever been there?" *it's a tropical island in the Caribbean* stocking: no. Kid: "Ever wanted to visit? It can be a bit warm there..." stocking: maybe next summer? Kid: *smiles* "Okay." ("Maybe as a honeymoon...") -elsewhere- Akitaru: *sipping a cold drink, tosses one to Fang-Hua* fang-hua: thanks. *she smiles* shinra: *streeetch* Arthur: *wipes his brow* "Welding is hot work... Arthur: *takes off his shirt, splashes a bit of water on his face* tamaki: O/////O Tsukiyo: *smirk* "Hot..." Arthur: "??? Hey, Tamaki? Can you pass me one of those protein bars?" tamaki: oh! sure, here you go... Arthur: *reaches, his hand brushing along hers as he takes the protein bar* o\\\\o "Thanks..." tamaki: n-no problem. *blush* Arthur: "..." *awkwardly eats protein bar* Tsukiyo: *whispers to Tamaki* "Quite a firm body he has, eh?" Akitaru: *smiles and gives a playful small jab to Shinra's shoulder* "Good work." tamaki: oh shush you. shinra: thanks dad. Tsukiyo: *whispers* "If it was me, I'd be all over that boy...Maybe I should~" Akitaru: "..." *smiles, pats Shinra's head* fang-hua: *chop* bad tsukiyo. shinra:....*smiles* Tsukiyo: >.< "Well, Cat Girl isn't making a move..." Arthur: *noticing Tsukiyo, Fang-Hua, and Tamaki* "..." ???: ami! Akitaru: "???" woman: come along ako-chan, the grownups are working very hard right now. ako: ok mama! Akitaru: "..." *looks glum at remembering...* shinra:....you ok? *hug* Akitaru: "!!! ..." *hugs, smiles* "Yeah...Just thinking about good things..." Arthur: *watching the hug, then sees Tamaki...and looks away, blushing* Tsukiyo: *small smile* shinra:... *nods* Akitaru: *pats Shinra's back, before putting a hand on his shoulder and turning to look at the building* "We're coming along on this thing..." Arthur: "..." *clenches his fists, walks up to Tamaki* "Tamaki?" shinra: *looks at it* tamaki: nyeah? Arthur: -\\\\- "So cute--" *slaps his own face and resumes military stance* "When we are done with this mission here, I would like to talk with you about an important topic." tamaki: um, sure. Arthur: "Thank you...." *awkward pause before he grabs her hand and shakes* -elsewhere in town- Konro: -_-; "I can't rest when you two children keep asking me to play...I'm trying to recover." kabuki: how about i take care of them? Konro: "Please, do. And please let me know how the re-building is progressing." kabuki: of course, why dont we visit the shrine? i hear one of the sisters will be telling stories today. hinata: *shiny eyes* hikage: get better soon old man! serina: *enters the room* Konro: "Serina?" serina: yes? did you need anything?...i've never treated ash disease before...so i guess this will be a learning experience. -the new shipment of medicine had arrived- Konro: *he shakes his head* "I already had the new dose of medicine applied. I feel the char spreading more than before...only a matter of time..." serina: ....your family- Konro: "..." serina:.....is there anything we can do? Konro: "Not unless you can find a cure." serina:...would you like something to drink? Konro: "A calpis?" serina: alright...where do you keep them? Konro: "Small fridge." serina: *she nods* -outside- Takehisa: *spots Kabuki taking the children to the shrine* "Hello." kabuki: ah, commander hinawa, good to see you. *he smiles* Takehisa: *nods, looks at the children* "Where are you soldiers off to?" kabuki: we were going to visit the shrine. the school building was destroyed, so while it's being rebuilt, the children of the town go to the shrine. Takehisa: "Ah. I hope that school rebuilding can go more quickly to get these two back to class." hinata: TnT hikage: XP Takehisa: *blinkless stare at the two children* kabuki: ^^; Takehisa: *salutes the children as he walks along* Arthur: "Man, still so hot out..." Tsukiyo: *opens her mouth...then thinks better of it* shinra: its november....so enjoy it. Arthur: "Pretty warm November...unless it's the hard work. Or I have a fever. How are you keeping so cool?" shinra: ....the air. Arthur: -_-; "Thanks. Real help." Akitaru: *holding the post* "Alright, Maki, I got it ready..." maki: *she nods* *Akitaru and Maki twist the pole to secure it into the ground* Akitaru: "Ready for the cement!" -elsewhere-

[elliotthezubat]

DEATH CITY DAYS CHAPTER 6

the 6th chapter be heeeere

thanks @soul-dwelling for being a champ ^^

Kid: (nods) "Let's take a sample question, such as this one with the angles of a triangle." stocking: thats 3 angles. that one i know, since 'tri' means 'three', right? Kid: "Yes, and three sides. That's the key: the three angles and the three sides correspond with each other. The big side has opposite it a big angle, and a small side has opposite it a small angel." stocking: you mean a small angle? *she chuckled* Kid: "Well, can you blame me?" (smiles) stocking: *she chuckles* Kid: "So, returning to...'angles,' the three angles of every triangle equals exactly 180 degrees. So if you know the degrees of two angles, you can figure out the third angle's degrees." stocking: ah, i see. Kid: "So if Angle A is 70 degrees, and Angle B is 50 degrees, how much is the remaining Angle, Angle C?" stocking: hmmm... either 70 or 50? Kid: "We know that the total of all three angles will always be 180 degrees. And we know the other two angles. If we subtract 70 and 50 from 180, then we'll have the answer. So, what is 180 minus 70?" stocking: 110? Kid: "Yes! And now subtract 50 from 110..." stocking: 50 then? Kid: "Not quite." (writes out 50 then above that 110, then covers the zeroes with his hand) "What's 11 minus 5?" stocking: 11 minus 5..... 6! Kid: "Right! So, instead of 11 minus 5 being 6, we add zero to the end of each...so 11 is 110, 5 is 50, and 6 is...?" stocking: 60! *she smiles* Kid: (nods with a smile) "Excellent." stocking: yay! Kid: "Now, let's take this a next step...What do you know about the Isosceles Triangle? What makes it special?" stocking: i think i heard the name before.... Kid: "An isosceles triangle has two lengths that are the same as each other, and two angles which are the same as each other." stocking: ah...and the 3rd? Kid: "That's where the fun is!" (he's so giddy over this stuff) "The third angle and the third length will not be the same as all as the other two. But as we pointed out, will be whatever is left after subtracting the two other angles, and that third angle will tell us the length of the last side! Isn't this exciting?!" stocking: ah, i see. *she smiles a bit* Kid: "So, look at this Isosceles Triangle: because two of its angles have to be equal to each other, we have this triangle with one angle at 40 and the other two angles at 70 each. So if we know one angle of an Isosceles, we can still figure out the other two." Kid: "Here's an example: if one angle of the Isosceles Triangle is 80 degrees, and the other two angles are equal to each other, how much are those two angles of equal degree?" -elsewhere- spirit:.... *on his walkie-talkie* joooooe, how much later do we have to stay out here? Joe: "Our shift is over in an hour. I suggest you calm down, maybe enjoy a fresh cup of coffee..." (sips his, and grimaces) "Make that a _good_ cup of coffee..." spirit: well, hurry on up will ya? if ya dont hurry over, then im sending justin to find you. justin: do be patient with him, its been quite a long night. Joe: (studying the subject) "Remind me how I will know that I've found what we're looking for." justin: i believe we're looking for people who are out after the curfew... Joe: "Then I spotted at least one. On the corner of King and Grissom." justin: oh? Joe: "One person. Looks to be the height of a student. Hoodie. I can't see their face...and I'm having some difficulty getting a trace on their soul..." -in that moment, a figure runs into an allyway- Joe: "Someone else! Just went into the alley!" justin: oh? *the signal begins to static* huh? Joe: "Justin? Justin, come in!" (looks to alley) "Damn it!" (runs into the alley) -there's a figure standing at the end, completely still.- Joe: "Excuse me. It is after curfew. Come on, you're coming with me to the Academy for processing." -the figure turns around- tsumiki: ah, mr buttataki. good evening. *she smiles, content* Joe: "Tsumiki?" (lowers his guard) "I have not seen you for some time...Now, come with me back to the Academy..." tsumiki: oh? f-for what reason? Joe: "The DWMA put in a curfew, and you're out late. We have to take you to safety and hold you overnight for your safety, at least until daylight hours. You'll get a meal, some sleep in a good bed, and be up and ready for class the next day." tsumiki: since when was this curfew enacted? i've been....out of town a while. Joe: "For weeks now, after a number of serial killings." (approaches, putting out a hand...as he focuses his soul energy right to that hand...) "Come with me. I'll explain on the way." tsumiki: is that it? its quite alright. im not really scared of that. i know i'll be ok. -something seems....off....- Joe: (preparing any potential attack) "No, this is an order. Come with me, now." (moves to grab her arm) \i wouldnt do that if i were you\ Joe: "Now!" tsumiki: *her eyes are fixated at something behind him* Joe: ("Oh no...") (turns to see what is behind him) -the alley has extended for miles. pitch black darkness on either end of them.- Joe: "What the hell?" (puts hand to his ear) "Justin? Spirit? Do you copy?" walkie talkie: \you know...im rather tired of being everyone's little pushover\ tsumiki: *she just stands there, expressionless* Joe: "What?" tsumiki: you know~ while i was gone, i learned to stand up for myself. to become more assertive.... to know the world really is a kill or be killed kind of place.... i have him to thank for that. Joe: "And who would 'he' be?" (as he talks, he lowers his radio back to his pocket...and reaches for a pistol...) tsumiki: someone much like me. someone who was always alone, afraid. someone who had the whole world against him for merely being born. someone abandoned and left to rot in a dark cold space. Joe: "Tsumiki? Are you the killer? The one responsible for these deaths?" tsumiki: *she chuckles* for the most part~.... it wasnt easy thought, but i've been getting better~ *something manifests behind her* Joe: (grips his pistol behind him) "Tsumiki...Stop this. Please. You can help us if you just stop." tsumiki: but why would i do that? if i did that, all my progress would be for nothing. tsumiki: besides~.....i'm much happier like this. -a tall figure has formed behind her- ????: you say you can see the truth, and yet you deny the truth in front of you? how pitiful.... Joe: (frowns) "Guess that leaves little choice..." (presses down on Tsumiki's wrist, tugging it and forcing a Soul Menace attack into her) -tsumiki has oddly vanished, and the figure stands in front of joe- ?????: faked you out. Joe: (groans, fires three shots at the figure) -the figure isnt even phased, it just grins and removes its bandages- Joe: (looks behind him for an exit) -shink- tsumiki: oops. *she has pierced a knife through his abdomen* Joe: (shudders, coughs up blood) Joe: (struggles to grasp at her) ???: how cute, he's struggling like a little worm. *wraps bandages around him and tosses him into a wall* Joe: "Uff!" (crashes into wall, barely conscious now, collapsing on his side on the alley floor) tsumiki: *she picks up the gun and holds it to his head* our little secret, ok~? Joe: "No..." -BANG- justin: *he heard the gunshot and ran to the flower shop alley* stein, i heard gunshots in the flower shop alley, send back up, over. Stein: "On it!" tsumiki: tsk, tsk....whats wrong? a big strong man like you couldnt handle a little girl? oh well, your sacrifice wont be in vain... ????: seems we have company. tsumiki: hmm? Joe: (shuddering, eyes wide) justin: *he stands at the ally entrance, horrified* wh-wha? b-butta- ???: how ironic that you're the one to find us, justin law. justin: *he doesnt say anything* -the figure drags him in- justin: *SCREAMING* -by the time the back up arrives, both tsumiki and the figure are gone, as is joe's soul. justin is laying against the wall, cut in several places and barely breathing- justin: st-ste...in.... Stein: "Justin!" Stein: "Paramedics! Here, now!" (looks at Justin) "Stay with me, Justin. Stay with me..." justin: dont...let them....tsu..mi.... *his vision goes dark* -the next morning, patchwork labs- Stein: "Is he okay to talk?" valentine: he's alright. but for now, he should rest. marie: *she's crying* spirit:...... Stein: (groans) "The moment Justin is ready to talk, contact us." (points to Spirit, taking him aside) "What has forensics uncovered?" spirit: once again, nothing.....*slams his fist against the wall* DAMMIT! i shouldnt have let him go on his own! Stein: (removes two cigarettes, lights them) "No kidding. Why the hell did Joe run in alone?" spirit: *he takes one* thanks....and i wasnt talking about bj....i meant justin.... damn...he shouldnt have been put through whatever that was. Stein: (irritable) "I'd debate which is worse: what Justin went through...or what Joe went through..." (closed his eyes) "or what Marie is going through..." Stein: "That'll have to be tabled. You sure nothing on Justin's person can lead us in a direction? What about what that...whatever did to Joe?" spirit: *sigh* well, we'd have to ask val about the autopsy then. Stein: "Super." (puts out cigarette, removes another one) "Just super." -the next morning- speaker: attention, a mandatory school meeting is about to take place. please make your way to the auditorium for further instruction. repeat. this is a _mandatory_ meeting. thank you. Kid: ("This is not good...") (groans aloud) Patty: (humming cheerfully) tsugumi: what do you think this is? mio: probably something boring. Anya: "Oh! That'll be fascinating! To experience an actual school meeting!" Meme: "Huh. You really haven't gotten out much, Anya." Maka: "Soul, Black Star, hurry up!" stocking:....(thinking: i have a bad feeling about this) soul: yeah yeah. Black Star: "Tsubaki, where's the best seat? Up front to show I'm the best at paying attention, or all the way in the back with the cool people?" tsubaki: maybe someplace in the middle? -auditorium- tsugumi: what do you think's going on kimi? Stein: (on stage, fidgeting) kimiko: im not sure, the headmaster just told me to give the announcement. he seemed shook up... Anya: "Best give the announcement. The students look agitated." madoka: ah! i think its about to start. Jacqueline: (sits beside Kim) "What is this about?" kim: *shrug* -best give the announcement then- Stein: "May we have your attention, students? We have an important announcement." -i think everyone is listening now- Stein: "Last night, the DWMA was enforcing its nightly curfew." kirika: (thinking: which is still BS) Stein: "At least one individual was found out after this curfew. Two DWMA operatives followed this individual into an alley. When additional DWMA operatives arrived, they discovered one of our own was badly injured, and another was dead." -shocked muttering amongst the students- Kid: "What?!" Maka: "Oh no." stocking: !! soul: shit... Black Star: "Grr..." Meme: (remembering Sid, putting hand over mouth, about to cry) kirika: WELL WHO DIED? -several students agree to wanting to know- mio: sempai? are you ok? Meme: (sobbing) mio: !!! Stein: (holds up hand) "Please! We are not finished! We are sad to report that the injured is Death Scythe Justin Law, and the deceased is Joe Buttataki." tsugumi: meme-chan, its ok. its not your fault, you didnt do anything, we were there with you last night, remember? liz: !!! Anya: "Agreed! Meme, it's okay. This is not about you." Meme: (still sobbing, collapsing forward) Patty: "Liz? How could...How could this happen?" mio: ..... liz: ....... soul: ........ ginka: *silent* Maka: "This is--This is--How?!" Kid: "Professor! How could this have happ--" --A scalpel lands by Kid's head-- luna: sayaka and i are going to go see him later, you can come with us. stocking: !!! Stein: "I am not continuing until every one of you is silent." -silence- Stein: "As you know, the number of killings in the previous weeks has had the DWMA on high alert, hence the establishment of the curfew. With the loss of at least one member of the DWMA, we have to take a more forceful response. After the conclusion of this meeting, all of you will assemble in lines to return to your homerooms. There, your instructors will direct some students to return back to their homes for today and until further notice. And many of you students will be assigned tasks related to our ongoing investigation--and to ensure that the now extended curfew is enforced." (looks back to Spirit, whispers off-mic) "Anything else to add? Anything I got wrong?" spirit:....*he shakes his head* Stein: "At a time like this, we know many of you are upset. Justin has been a close adviser to many of you, and Joe has been a passionate crusader for the mission of the DWMA, an insightful investigator--and a close friend and guide to many of us, especially those of us who have sought his counsel. We will be providing numerous therapists and other counselors. If you would like to speak with any of these counselors, please speak with Auntie at the front desk." Kid: (balling his hands into fists) "Joe..." Kid: (looking down, shoulders hunched over) Maka: (gripping the armrest...crushing it) Black Star: "..." Stein: "We will be taking no questions at this time. Right now, we ask that you focus on our continuing mission, and that you keep Justin and Joe in your thoughts and souls. I think it would be appropriate to have a moment of silence for our peers." stocking+liz: *hugging kid* -silence- Patty: (patting Kid's back) Black Star: (breathing heavily) Anya: (putting a hand on Meme's shoulder) tsubaki:..... kirika: shit...now what? gopher: kirika? kirika: im fine... homura:...at least justin didnt-..... Stein: (nods) "Thank you. Please, remember that in these times of difficulty: we need soundness. A sound soul..." Maka: "...dwells in a sound mind..." homura: and a sound body. --Stein leaves the stage with Spirit, leaving it to staff to direct students to homeroom-- sayaka: so, you needed two healers to help justin? Stein: (nods) luna: my friend would like to come along as well. justin has been looking after her during her time at the school, it would mean a lot to her. Stein: (hesitant) "Okay. Let the healers go to the work, and keep your distance until he awakens." ginka:....ok... eternal feather:....*crying silently* Stein: (puts a hand on Ginka's shoulder) "I'm sure he will appreciate your presence. A soul can respond well to having company." Kana: (curls up against Eternal Feather) eternal feather: *sniffs* t-thank you...kana.... Kana: (nods) "I'm sorry." eternal feather: its ok kana, you didnt do anything wrong... Jacqueline: (looks at Kim) kim:.......what? Jacqueline: "Stein is sending *healers*..." kim: he doesnt need to know...no one else does... Jacqueline: "I'll respect your decision...and advise you that Justin is going to need all the help he can get." kim: ..... -in homeroom- Maka: "But who is being assigned to participate in this investigation?!" ibuki: *raising her hand* IBUKI VOLUNTEERS! Kid: "As so I! And my weapons." stocking: ....i'll have my dad send someone as well. homura: i'll take it upon myself to assist in any way i can. shinra: i'll help to! Tamaki: "Me too!" Arthur: "I lend my sword to this battle!" zubaidah: settle down, i know you're all worked up. but do try to remain calm. *she looks at tezca like 'help me out here will ya?* Tezca: "Hey! If you want to join this mission so badly, why not ask Lord Death?!" (beat) "Oh...crap." zubaidah: T__________________T# Kid: "Yes, I agree!" (departs) "Liz! Patty!" tsugumi: oh dear... Maka: "Wait up, Kid!" Black Star: "Come on, Tsubaki!" Tezca: "Okay! No one but those three and their weapons are leaving! The rest of you are staying here!" -later- lord death: alright, settle down everyone, one at a time. Kid: "Father, I demand to be assigned to this investigation! Whatever you need!" lord death: alright then, what all can you do? Black Star: "Beat a confession out of someone!" -after all that- kohaku: tch- this is stupid, by having students join, they're just endangering more people than they need to... what a bunch of idiots. -gallows manor- Patty: (listlessly twirling straw in soda can) "What now...?" liz: i'm not sure.......kid? how're you holding up? Kid: (shakes his head) liz:.... -kid's phone rings- Kid: (too distracted to look who is calling) "Hello?" stocking: hey kid, need me to come over? i can come via the mirror if you want... Kid: "...Yes. I'll set the mirror up. I think Liz and Patty would like your company, too..." (looks to Liz and Patty for approval) liz: *she nods* liz:....(thinking: wait, mirror?) Patty: "Stocking being here would be nice...but what about curfew?" Kid: (sweats) "Um...Sigh...I guess the secret's out...Stocking, stand by your mirror. I'll ready my end." stocking: ok. Kid: "You'll be entering the living room, okay?" stocking: alright. Kid: (approaches mirror, breathes on it, and writes the number. The mirror glows to allow Stocking entrance...) Patty: o_o stocking: *inhales and backs up, running in.* Kid: (standing before the mirror) stocking: *she makes it through the mirror, landing right on top of him* ah....oh...hey kid... *blush* Kid: o\\\\o "It's fine...Um...Can you get off of me?" Patty: (whispering to Liz) "Oh, like they aren't used to _that_ position." liz: patti oh my god. stocking: ah! sorry. *she gets up* Kid: (holds up hand as she helps him up) "It's...okay." (small laugh) "Thank you for coming." stocking: no problem. *she lays down on the couch, offering him to lay on top* Kid: "..." (lies alongside her) Patty: (whispers) "Um...privacy, maybe?" stocking:....*she gets up and hugs him* its ok kid...let out what you need to... Kid: "...I had been seeing Joe for therapy for some time..." stocking:.... *listening* Kid: "He listened to me discuss many concerns I had: about being a shinigami, about school, about anxiety, about obsessions...about feeling like I could have a normal life..." stocking:.... *still listening* Kid: "...And he's gone. He was someone who helped me and...I wasn't there." liz: kid... stocking: its ok kid, its not your fault... Patty: ):> Kid: (nods) "I cannot be everywhere at once...but it is going to take some time to accept that--that...that I wasn't there to stop whoever did this." stocking:....kid? remember when i comforted you? back at the lodge? Kid: (nods) stocking: do you remember what i told you? Kid: (nods) "Tell me again...I want to hear it." stocking: its not your fault. you're right here kid. and i'm going to be right here for you when you need it, ok? Kid: "...I'm scared. I'm scared what happens next." stocking: shhhh, its ok kid. just breathe...everything will be ok... Kid: (inhales, exhales...sobs) Patty: (clutches Liz's wrist, cries into her shoulder) liz: *hugs her* stocking:...*humming the music box melody* Kid: (still sobbing, but calming his breath) Patty: "Sis..." liz: its gonna be ok patti...i promise... Patty: (clutches Liz in a hug) liz: *hugs back* Kid: (stops sobbing, puts an arm around Stocking) stocking: *she kisses his forehead* Patty: "...When we find this killer..." (looks up, eyes hard) "...they'll pay..." liz: ...... Kid: "That makes two of us, Patty..." (looks up to Stocking) "I'm sorry. I'm just...angry." stocking: i know.... liz: but we need to be rational about this. we can just let ourselves be blinded by our emotions. Kid: "...Yes. Just need to channel those emotions towards finding this criminal...but it sounds like Father is still holding back some information...and I don't think he does so to keep it a secret. I think this is more dangerous than we anticipated." liz:..... -the next day- -where to?- [] alley way [] patchwork labs [] school Kid: "This alley...I feel something about it...Let's approach just to the edge of it, until I get a sense of what I'm feeling." -seems homura is there- Kid: "Homura?" homura: !! oh.. hello kid. are you here to assist the investigation today? Kid: "If the investigation team will have me. I just did not want to sit by and being useless." homura: *slight smile* well, im sure we'd appreciate it. Kid: (follows Homura into the alley) "Does something feel...off about this crime scene? Almost like...an energy around it?" homura: other than the sense of unease that someone died here..... *she kneels down and picks up an empty can* Kid: (shakes his head) "Maybe it's nothing..." (puts a hand along one wall) "I thought shots were fired in here. Why don't I see bullet marks? How hard are these walls?" homura: well, the bullet did get lodged through the back of his skull.....sorry... Kid: "...I thought it was _shots_ fired. And Joe always carried a gun..." homura: hmm....*she touches the wall for a moment*....damn...still nothing... Kid: "I have to imagine at least one shot came from Joe. So, where are the casings?" homura: hm.... *a few casings were found at the edge of the alley. the alley itself is only 15 feet deep* Kid: "That explains that...I doubt Joe was a bad shot, so how did the murderer survive those shots?" homura: perhaps they were quicker.... Kid: "But no bullets in the walls? Or on the ground? They wouldn't just disappear." homura: ...... Kid: "Something is odd here. I don't think we are contending with someone who is human." homura:...i was beginning to have that same thought. Kid: "Unfortunately, the list of entities that can survive bullets is too long to narrow...We will need additional evidence to determine what can do this." homura: if justin is awake, you could probably ask him. Kid: "Any update on Justin's recovery? Is he up for talking?" homura: i havent been updated as of yet. Kid: (nods) "I anticipate Stein will ask him questions when he wakes up." -where to now?- soul: ugh, im so bored! Maka: (drops another five books on the desk) "Then preoccupy yourself with these." soul: hmmm... *picks up a book* Maka: (passes notebook paper) "And take notes. I want a summary of what can beat a Death Scythe and overwhelm someone with a strong soul, especially one with strong soul perception." soul: *siiiiiigh* yes, _mom_ Maka: (glare) Black Star: (sitting atop a stack of books, thumbing through them) "Put this on the 'Maka will end up reading it' pile..." tsubaki: black*star! Black Star: "What?! I'm helping! I'm sorting books for whatever useless nonsense she wants!" tsubaki: 3....2....1.... Black Star: "Huh?" --CHOP!-- Black Star: (twitching on the floor) tsubaki: warned you. Maka: (frowns, looks at Soul) "And do you have any smart-ass comments?" soul: no ma'am... Maka: (smirks) "Good." (serious) "We have to do something, if not to bring Joe's killer to justice, then to help stop future ones." tsubaki: right. Black Star: --dead-- morerororororororo -elsewhere- marie:..... Stein: "Hey." marie:....hello... Stein: (sits beside her, keeping about one cushion seat distance between them) "Justin...has talked. But nothing coherent, or for very long." marie: *she sighs* at least its something... may i see him? Stein: (nods, stands to walk with her) justin: *sleeping* Stein: (behind Marie...tries to put a hand near her...then pulls back) marie:....poor thing... Stein: "...Yes." (looks over at the machines, tracking Justin's vitals) -seems he's in good condition- Stein: "..." ("When are you going to tell us what you saw, Justin?" justin: *he's shuffling in his sleep* Stein: "???" -after a few minutes, he wakes up screaming- Stein: "Justin!" (prepares a sedative) marie: *she hugs him, using her healing wavelength* Stein: ("That works, too...") -soon, justin finally calms down- Stein: "Justin? We are here for you, right now." justin: *panting* ha....h-hello stein.....marie..... *his voice seems slightly dry* Stein: (pours water into a cup, hands it to him) "Here." justin: *smiles weakly* thank you. *he takes a sip* Stein: "Justin, we are in the middle of an investigation. When you are ready, we need to debrief you." justin:.....*he nods* marie: how're you feeling? justin:..sore....but i'll manage.. Stein: "Okay. Do you want to take some time?" justin:....*nods* Stein: "Okay. I'll let you rest for a bit. Do you want me to bring anything? Or anyone? You have had many people who have wanted to say hi and wish you well." justin: just you two right now.... Stein: (nods) "Anything else you need? More water? Food? More sheets?" justin: some tea might help... Stein: "I'll brew it...Green tea? Chamomile?" justin: chamomile...please... Stein: (nods, pats a hand on Marie's shoulder as he leaves her and Justin alone) -later- marie: *walking with justin to the death room* are you sure about this? you still need rest though... justin: i know, but it's imperative i do this as soon as possible... --Stein is waiting in the Death Room, along with Lord Death— Maka: "Justin? Hi." justin: good evening everyone. lord death: how are you feeling? justin: better. Kid: "That's good to hear..." justin: yes, but there is something very important i need to tell you, you probably wont believe me, but what im saying is true. lord death: go on. justin: *inhales, then exhales* ......i know who's behind the murders. Maka: "..." Kid: "..." soul: what?! Stein: "Do we need to have a lockdown of the campus?" justin: yes, i saw them standing over joe's dead body when i arrived.....but here is the unbelievable part. lord death: lets hear him out first. go on justin. justin: the one behind the murders was...is a missing student.... Maka: "Who was it?" justin:.....it was mikan tsumiki..... soul:......*bursts out laughing* oh dude! you really had me going there! Kid: (eyebrow raised) Maka: (slaps the back of Soul's head) soul: oh come on, you guys cant possibly be buying this! this is tsumiki. tsu-mi-ki we're talking about! she couldn’t hurt an ant even if she wanted! justin: but im serious!! Kid: "I believe you, Justin. In light of how shocking these murders have been, and the fact that the culprit is something who has not been seen lately at the Academy, such an accusation makes sense. But how could someone like Tsumiki commit such murders?" justin: well..when i saw here, there was....someone else with her... *he seems tense* Stein: "Who?" justin:....*he inhales*.....the kishin asura. lord death: WHAT?! Stein: (tenses) Maka: "What?" Kid: "No..." soul: y-you gotta be shitting me, right? justin: i wish i was bluffing....but... i know what i saw... Kid: "Father? Can you sense the Kishin's presence?" lord death:..... i fear he has learned how to use soul protect somehow...damn! Stein: "And taking out someone with an advanced soul perception would be helpful..." (looks at Maka) Maka: (starts sweating) soul: *holds her hand* Kid: "How, then, do we proceed? Search for Tsumiki's soul wavelength? Search for her door to door?" lord death: for one thing, we update the board. then send an alert to all the other branches. Stein: "You think she's already out of Death City?" lord death: no one has seen her in a few days... considering what happened with-...*ahem* its most likely. Kid: "I agree with Father that we should alert other branches. But this is also someone who has been targeting so many here in Death City. This is not someone who is trying to avoid capture: they is someone killing many in our own home, to send some message. And I don't think they will stop with just Maka." Kid: (seizes, realizing the last six words he just said) "Um..." soul: *tenses up* spirit: *PROTECTIVLY HUGGING MAKA* nooooooo!!! Maka: -_-; "Get off of me before I crack your head open." spirit: my babyyyyy Q~Q --CRACK!-- Maka: "Great. Now I need a new copy of this book..." spirit: X~X Stein: "We will be putting certain students under increased security, then. And I think we will need to go through specific locations to confirm Tsumiki is not hiding somewhere in the city...or below it." lord death:..... Kid: "???" -later- soul:.... Maka: "You expect me to tolerate the equivalent of house arrest while some mass murderer is still out there?" spirit: dont think of it like that, think of it more as spending some quality time with your favorite papa~! Maka: "Good. Where is he?" spirit: Q-Q Kid: "Take this seriously, Maka. Until we know how on earth someone like Tsumiki could kill someone like Joe, it is irresponsible to rush into battle without a strategy." soul:........ Maka: "Then maybe someone here needs to hurry up and think of a strategy! Or are we just going to sit here and twiddle our thumbs?!" liz: that's what we're already doing. Patty: "Yeah, Little Miss Particular!" (she pinched Maka's cheek) "So just hold your horses!" Maka: "Ow!" liz: for now, we should try thinking about other things. like how about we play some gamecube? Kid: "...Not a bad idea, actually. Perhaps we should let Maka pick the game?" Maka: "How about 'I'm going to break Patty's face if she doesn't let go of my face right this minute'?!" Patty: (still tugging on her cheek) "I don't think we have that game..." soul: patti come on. Maka: (smacks Patty's hand away) Patty: "Oh! That's my favorite hand!" Kid: "Liz? Please, pick a game..." liz: *gets her some ice* soul: we got smash bros. Kid: "Very well, then. I'll play as Kirby." -later- Maka: "Smash! SMASH! SMASH!!!!" spirit: i dont know what im doing! Patty: "Dying! That's what!" (her Samus blasts Spirit off screen with a Smash Attack) tsubaki: anyone want anything to drink? Patty: "Red Bull!" soul: m-dew. Maka: "THE BLOOD OF MY ENEMIES!" (silence, blushes) "Um...Just water." liz: same. Black Star: "Liz wants to drink blood?" -WHAP- liz: water please. Black Star: (bruise on his head) "Okay! Jeez!" Kid: (inhales Liz's character) liz: !! Kid: (spits out the character, gaining their abilities) "Yay!" tsubaki: kid, what did you want to drink? Kid: "Just water!" (isn't looking at the screen...) soul: *knocks him off* owned. Kid: (gasps) "Fly! Fly little, Kirby! Fly--" Patty: "Nope!" (blasts Kirby off-screen) "Dead!" soul: rest in fucking pieces. spirit: language! Maka: (blasts Spirit again) Patty: "Burn, motherfucker, burn!" spirit: Q~Q Kid: (crying) "Kirby..." Maka: "Down to Soul, Patty, and me. Who's going to emerge victorious?" liz: *pats his back* Patty: (blasts at Soul) Kid: (grabs Liz, crying into her shoulder) soul: *blasted* ack! liz: !!! h-hey, calm down, its just a game. Kid: (still sobbing) "Kirby!" Maka: (slams down Patty) "Soul! Gang up on her!" Kid: (soaking Liz's shirt) liz: shhh, its ok, he's fine, ok? spirit: hey, whats wrong? Kid: (kept pointing at Kirby) "The symmetrical blob was defeated! And to be defeated by--by--BY A SAMUS WITH HER WEAPON ON ONLY ONE ARM!" Patty: (rolls her eyes) "Relax, he's fine. See? He's already back to worrying over symmtery!" Maka: "You should worry for yourself!" (delivers one last attack, knocking Samus off to death) Patty: (throws down controller) "Fuck!" tsubaki: *gives him his water* here you go.. Maka: "Just you and me now, Soul..." Kid: (sips) "Th-Thank you..." (then sees how wet is Liz's shirt) "Oh no..." soul: tch- yer on! liz: its ok kid, it'll dry. Maka: (swings Link's sword at Soul) soul: *gets hit* gah *tries to use falcon punch* Maka: (dodges--and delivers one bomb at Captain Falcon) soul: oh shi- *BOOM* *jawdrop* --AND THE WINNER IS...LINK!-- Maka: :D spirit: papa's so proud of you! Maka: "Thank you. And you...lasted longer than I thought you would." spirit: well, i am a death scythe for a reason. *bishonen sparkles* Patty: (looks around in confusion at the bishonen sparkles--then takes one in her hand, shrugs--and eats it) liz: h-how.. Kid: (sniffs from crying) "Don't--just...don't ask." liz:...*pats his back.* Black Star: "Tch. So you won in a video game. Big deal. In the real world, you'd go down like a sack of flour." Maka: -_- tsubaki: 3...2....1... Maka: "CHOP!" --The roof of the apartment building goes up and comes back down— ox: what was that? an earthquake? Harvar: (looks around) "Maybe?" liz: 0_0 Black Star: (pixlated due to graphic nature) Patty: (poking the pixels) liz: stop that! Maka: (checks her book) "I am going through so many books this week..." -later- Patty: (finishes scooping Black Star's remains with a broom and dustpan to reassemble him) tsubaki:..... Maka: (leans back on couch) "I am not looking forward to being locked in...Is it too late for you all? Do you have to get home before curfew? Or can you stay for a bit?" tsubaki: i think black*star and i can stay the night. liz: we have to be getting home. Black Star: (dazed) "I can feel my toes again." Kid: (nodded) "But if you need anything, call us." (looks to Soul) soul:...yeah... Maka: (nods) "Okay...Well, thanks for visiting." liz: no problem. kid's due for his nap anyway. Kid: (frowns) Patty: "Bye bye, Soul! Make sure Maka and Black Star don't do anything stupid!" soul: *nods* -at gallows manor- Kid: *yawns* "Guess I am rather tired..." liz: want some warm milk? Kid: (nods) Patty: "Me too, Sis!" liz: ok then. Kid: (lies back on couch, eyes closed) "What are we going to do..." Patty: (looking around the room) "I wonder where the staff is?" butler: good evening. Patty: "Oh, hey! How're you doin'?" butler: quite well. young master i brought you the daily crossword, and for miss patricia the child's activity page. Kid: *yawn* "Th-Thank you..." (takes the pen) Patty: "Goodie!" (takes the crayon) "You guys doin' okay, what with...everything happening in the city?" butler: we've been able to manage as best as we can. Kid: "..." Patty: (nods) "Thanks again." liz: ok, milk time. Patty: "Yeah! Activity page and milk! Thanks, Sis!" (sips on hers) Kid: *yawns* "Yes, thank you..." (taps pen on paper as he sips a little) liz: *she smiles and sits next to him* how're you holding up? Kid: (shakes his head) "Still bothered. But some things are becoming clearer." liz: hmm.... Kid: (drinks a bit more milk) "I'm too tired to even finish the crossword..." (tipping a bit to the side) liz: careful there. Kid: "...I better finish my drink and...go to...*yawn*...bed..." Patty: (finishes her drink) "Man, I still feel wide awake!" (leaps up) "I can stay up all ni--" (collapses, sleeping) -the next morning- Kid: (waking up) "No...N-No..." (sits up, breathing heavily) "Ugh...I'm covered in sweat..." liz: kid? you ok? Kid: (nods) "Bad dreams. How about you?" liz:....want to talk about it? Kid: "...Just...a lot of people I saw...scared...worried...running away from something." liz: then what? Kid: "...I saw people die." liz: kid..... Kid: "A lot of people we know...and have lost." liz:.....*listening* Kid: "...You...and Patty..." liz: !!! Kid: (puts hands over his face) "No. Not now. I can't talk about this now." liz:....you dont have to. right now, i'd suggest taking a shower and getting some breakfast... Kid: (nods) "Okay..." (gets out of bed, taking his robe with him) "I will see you downstairs in the kitchen in a moment." liz: ok. --After Kid's shower, he comes down to the kitchen-- Patty: (quietly eating, silent) liz: you ok? Patty: "Just...thinking." liz: about what? Patty: "It's been a long time since we had someone we know die..." liz:...yeah.... Patty: "...Sis? I'm scared." liz: *she sighs and hugs her* its going to be ok, i promise... Patty: (nods) "I know..." liz:....kid's starting to have night terrors again.. Patty: "...I can see that." -at school- stocking: hey kid. Kid: (small smile) "Hello. How are you?" stocking: been better... Kid: (nods) "Same." stocking: did you sleep ok? Kid: (shakes his head) "Nightmares." stocking: oh, kid... *she holds his hands* Kid: "...I'll sleep a lot better when we find this killer." stocking: yeah.... Kid: "What do you do when you feel like you can't find a solution?' stocking: well, i usually find help from others, usually my dad. Kid: "...I used to go to Joe." stocking: oh...maybe you can go to your dad? Kid: (nods) "I feel that Father...I mean, I worry he is distracted. It is hard to find time with him." stocking: ah... Kid: "I do think a conversation with him would help..." stocking: we'll go see him after class. Kid: (nods) "To class, then?" stocking: yeah. Kid: "What is our first class?" stocking: hmm, what day is it today? Kid: I believe its Wednesday. stocking: ah, *sigh* math again... Kid: (presses her hand gently) "Just keep at it. You'll be fine." stocking: yeah -after class- stocking: i think im doing better than i was. Kid: (smiles) "That's good. You'll be ready for this test soon." stocking: *groan* -lunch- Kid: (just putting his fork through the mashed potatoes...) liz: kid... Kid: "Sorry...Just thinking." liz:...*sighs* come on, you have to eat _something_ Kid: "...Yes." (puts some mashed potato in his mouth) stocking: why dont we go do something after school together? Kid: "What would you all be up for? A game? Shopping?" liz: how about karaoke? Patty: (perks up) "Yeeeeeeeeees..." Kid: "Um, sure." stocking: that sounds great~! Kid: "Let's meet after class, then?" stocking: sounds good. Kid: (takes more bites of food, eating a little more quickly) -after school, at the karaoke parlor- Patty: "Who's going first?" stocking: i'll go up first. *she chooses a cute pop song* Kid: (leans back in his seat, listening...) liz: she's pretty good. Kid: (sighs, smiles at Stocking) "She's great..." Patty: (humming along) -soon, she finishes- liz: not bad. Kid: (clapping enthusiastically) "You have a great voice! Divine!" stocking: aw, thanks. *she smiles* Patty: "Me next!" (takes the microphone) Kid: (pats a spot next to him for Stocking to sit) stocking: *she sits next to him* Patty: "And now, for some light, happy music!" [it was Barbie girl] liz: *claps* Kid: (claps, a little unnerved by that much pop...) Patty: (dramatic flip of hands and bow) "Thank you, Death City! Good night!" (tosses mic to Liz) liz: well, ok then. *ahem* *she sings good girl by carrie underwood* Kid: "...Wow." Patty: (smiling widely) stocking: neat. Kid: "She is rather good." stocking: she sure is. Kid: "..." (puts a hand along Stocking's) "Thanks for bringing me here." stocking: of course kid. Patty: "Woot! Go, Sis! Yay!" liz: *sigh* ok, your turn kid. Patty: (to Liz) "You need to encore after Kid!" Kid: "Um...what should I sing?" Kid: (flipping through...) "Hmm...Well, I don't like the 'samurai' part, but it is catchy..." (sings "Dancing Samurai"--with all the dance moves, too) liz: oh my gosh. Patty: o_O "This dancing and singing will be burned into my brain for all eternity." stocking: *she's checkin out the booty* uehuehue~ Patty: (notices Stocking, tilts her head) "Huh. Yeah, that is a good view..." liz: oh my god! Patty: "Come on--Kid has a fine-ass booty, Sis." liz: shhhh! Patty: "Pst, Stocking? Did that sound like a denial to you?" stocking: come on, let up you two. i was just having a bit of fun. Kid: (concludes his song, in a pose--then realizes what he's doing and blushes) "Um...H-How was I?" stocking: ....!!! oh! great! encore! *sweats* Patty: "...Booty-ful!" liz: OH MY GOD! Kid: "...Liz? You didn't like my performance?" liz: i was trying to listen, but stocking and patti distracted me by talking about your butt. stocking: L-LIZ!! *blushes* Kid: o\\\\o Patty: "...You have a butt as gorgeous as your singing, Kid! Encore! Woot!" stocking: ## *sigh* kid, can i talk to you, liz you go on up. -outside- stocking: *sigh* im really sorry about that kid, i got a glimpse and my perverted mind distracted me, then patti had to join in. i'm really sorry for doing that to you. Kid: o\\\\o "No, no problem...I mean, you find me attractive, and I don't consider that perverted--I mean, it's normal for people to find each other attractive. It's not like I don't think about your backside from time to time...and your legs...and arms...and--" (slaps his hand over his mouth) stocking:....................................................*NOSEBLEED* geh-....*cough cough* im good.... Kid: (holds up tissue) "Um...Stocking? I know you find me physically attractive...and you know I find you physically attractive too, yes?" stocking: y-yeah. Mutual physical attraction is one of the key things to make a relationship work, as is mutual understand and respect as well as mutual friendship and family-like bond. Kid: (smiles) "Well, we have mutual physical attraction, and I don't think that is going away any time soon...so I will focus on mutual understanding, mutual respect, and mutual familial bonds. Okay?" stocking: *she smiles* come on, i think liz is finishing up. Kid: "Okay." --Enters with Stocking-- liz: *phew* well, how did it go? stocking: it's all good. *she smiles* Kid: (smiles as well, resting a hand on Stocking's) "Yes." liz: ok, you wanna go now kid? Kid: (nods) "Yes..." Kid: (wiggles the mic) "Perhaps a duet, Stocking?" stocking: *blush* sure. --Kid and Stocking begin singing-- Patty: (puts her chin in her hands, her elbows on her knees, and sighs, content) liz: *no comment* Kid: (continues singing, looking at Stocking with a bright smile) -later- Patty: (applause) "Great singing, everyone." stocking: *she hugs kid and kisses him on both cheeks* Kid: (blushing) "You were excellent, Stocking." stocking: you werent so bad yourself~ Patty: "Any more singing?" (drinks her glass of juice) "Or is that enough singing for today?" liz: its gonna get dark soon, so... stocking: hey kid, could you spend the night, if its no trouble? Kid: "I would like that..." (looks back to Liz and Patty) "Would you mind if I stayed with Stocking tonight?) liz:...well, just be careful, ok? Patty: "Yeah. If you see someone who's giving you or Stocking trouble, bop 'em in the nose!" Kid: (small laugh) "Of course. You two be safe, as well. Text me when you get home." liz: of course.

-and so, later on- stocking: *laying on top of kid, panting* ahh...that felt good... Kid: "So does this, right now..." (kisses her neck once more) stocking: aah~ h-hey now... *she chuckles* Kid: "You like it--you know it..." (licks a little on her neck) stocking: oh, so you want a round two, eh? Kid: "I think so...Are you?" stocking: yeah. Kid: "Then let me warm you up...Where do you want my hands?" stocking: anywhere you need them... Kid: (puts a hand along her neck, as he kisses along her neck and above her breasts, his other hand along her lower back) stocking: ahhhh~ Kid: "Sing for me, Angel..." (he slides his hand down along her backside, massaging her right cheek) stocking: aaaaaah~! <3 Kid: "You have such a beautiful ass...You like my hand there?" stocking: yes~ Kid: "You want my fingers digging into your ass?" stocking: *she nods* Kid: (puts both hands on her cheeks, as her hot core rubs against him--and he digs his nails into her cheeks) stocking: *she moans as she rubs against him, still riding him* Kid: (continues to alternate massaging and digging into her backside, staring as her breasts sway) "You beautiful angel...God, Stocking, your breasts..." stocking: w-wait, you should put a fresh condom on first.. Kid: (nods, turns his head to take a new wrapped condom from the nightstand's box) "Help me?" stocking: *she helps him remove the old one and slip on the new one* Kid: (moans with pleasure) "Your fingers are so good..." stocking: yeah...ready? Kid: "...To enter you?" stocking: yeah... Kid: (smirks) "Not more foreplay..." (he brings his tongue to the tip of her nipple, licking lightly) stocking: ah~ unless you want to~ Kid: "I still need to harden a bit more..." (he guides her hand to his penis) "...and maybe you need a bit more..." (kisses along her breast to her armpit) stocking: ah~ *she strokes him slowly* Kid: (licks slowly along her armpit, letting his tongue's texture be felt there) stocking: k-kid~! that tickles~! Kid: "Maybe I think your laugh is enchanting..." (licks again, repeatedly and quickly) stocking: kyahaha~! Kid: (smirks) "I love that laugh...Tell me, where else are you ticklish?" stocking: why dont you try finding out~ Kid: "You tease..." (He seized her shoulders, flipping her onto her back) stocking: ah! *she blushes* Kid: (kisses her lips as his hand slides along her stomach, one finger stroking along her navel) stocking: mmn~ Kid: (his lips move off her lips to her left cheek. His fingers now brush along her abdomen, seeing whether she is ticklish there) stocking: *her hips raise slightly* aah~ Kid: (smirks) "So maybe there?" stocking: l-lower~ Kid: "Not yet...I want to hear you beg..." stocking: kid, please~ i want it~ Kid: (his fingers move slowly, agonizingly slow, from her navel downward...) "You feel so warm..." stocking: *she breaths heavily, sighing a bit* Kid: (slides one fingertip along her lips) "Do you know what I want?" stocking: w-what do you want~? Kid: "You..." (spreads her lower lips) "...against that wall..." stocking: o-ok... *she gets up and presses herself against the wall, slowly shaking her rear.* Kid: "Stocking...is this okay? Please, say no if you don't want to do this." stocking: its ok, i dont mind kid. *she smiles* if its you, then i'll be alright. Kid: (wraps his arms around her chest, burying his head against her back) "If it's you, then I am alright...I love you, Stocking." stocking: *she smiles and kisses his hand gently* Kid: (leads his hand down to her core, pressing his finger along her clitoris) "I am going to make you laugh, and howl, and scream, until you are shouting only my name, you hot, beautiful angel..." stocking: ahhhh~ *she shivers, blushing* Kid: "You feel so hot inside...Tell me..." (He eases his finger into her slowly) "What were thinking when you saw my butt? What did you want to do to me?") stocking: nngh~ i-i wanted to...*blush* s-smack that booty... Kid: "How hard?" stocking: enough to leave a mark... Kid: (He slides out his finger) "You'd have to do it symmetrically..." stocking: of course. Kid: (has slid the finger out of her) "You are burning up, Angel...How hard would you spank me?" (Light smack on her backside) "This hard?" stocking: ah~ Kid: "Maybe harder?" (Spanks her harder) stocking: ooh~! Kid: "Still no mark left on that gorgeous ass...Maybe you are just too perfect not to bruise..." (pulls back, spanking her even harder) stocking: AHHH~! Kid: "Did that hurt?" stocking: f-felt good~ Kid: "Good." (One last smack--that finally leaves a mark) stocking: ahh~!!<3 Kid: (rubs his hand along the mark) "Should I kiss it?" stocking: if you want to~ Kid: (gets on his knees, lightly kisses repeatedly along the bruise) stocking: ahhh~ Kid: (continues kissing...until he makes one long extended lick along her cheek) stocking: di-did you want to take me from behind? Kid: (smiles) "Yes.. I just wanted...a taste first..." (kneels lower and licks along her slit) stocking: ahhhAHHHHH~! Kid: "Should I have another taste? Or should I shove my hard cock into you?" stocking: if you want~ Kid: (kisses along her slit...While a finger moves at the top of the crack of her backside) stocking: ahh-ahhhhh~! Kid: (stands up...and spreads her cheeks a bit) "You do have an incredible booty yourself...When this is over, you can spank me as long as you want..." stocking: *she mewls lightly* Kid: (relaxes her cheeks, holds her hips and kisses along her back) "Ready to feel me in you?" stocking: ahhhh~ y-yes~ Kid: (gulps) "G-good..." (lets his fingers spread her lips, as he guides the top of his erect penis along her, rubbing her first) stocking: oohhh~ kiiiid~ Kid: "Say my name again..." (He slides the tip into her slowly) "I couldn't hear you..." stocking: kiiiiiid~! Kid: "Louder!" (He thrusts hard into her) stocking: KIIIID~!! Kid: (thrusts a bit more gently) "Good..." (slides a hand to her left breast, massaging her nipple) stocking: *she moans softly* Kid: (thrusts with a steady rhythm, as he starts to pinch her nipple) stocking: oooooh~ k-kiiiid~! Kid: "How did you get such perfect breasts? Those nipples..." stocking: nnngh~ *panting* k-kiiid you're so good at this~! Kid: "Because it's you...you still feel so hot, Love..." stocking: mmm~ Kid: (keeps thrusting, his hands moving up to both breasts, massaging them) stocking: oh god kid~ yes~ just like that~! Kid: "Heaven is being with you, my mouth pleasuring your nipples, you beautiful Angel .." (pinches her nipples) stocking: *she blushes and shivers, moaning to his touch* Kid: "Do you like your nipples being pinched?" stocking: yes~ Kid: "After you spank me, may I suck on your breasts?" (He slides his hands down to her hips) stocking: y-yes of course~ -jumpcut to after all this lewdness- Kid: (smiles) "Thank you...you exquisite beauty..." (digs his nails into her hips) "I'm going to make you cum so hard you won't be able to stand..." stocking: y-yes~