Pound The Alarm

?????: (He stands up and points at Izana) IZANAGI!!! I’ve been waiting here!! Treat me!

Izana: Gah! O-oh my gods! Grandpa?! x_x

?????: Yeah?! Who’s your little boyfriend there hah?? Uh, where am I?! (He looks around then looks at Izana) IZANAGI!!

Izana: (He shakes his head as Nox questions him) Ahaha, well~ you see, he's…

?????: I’m Izanagi’s great great great great great great… uh… great grandpa!! From his mother’s side! So no, I was never emperor of Izumo!! STOP ASKING! (He looks at Nox) You didn’t ask?! Why not?! Well, I’ll tell you what I AM! And that’s a dragon! That’s right, I’m one of the great god dragons, Kevrem! I’ve been alive for well over 1,000 years, sonny!! Don’t treat me like a senile old man, do ya hear me?! (He points at Nox) ……Good, because I can’t hear very well!!!

Izana: (He waves frantically) Eh– er– grandpa! Hey~ Come on, I’ll have someone give you a spa treatment!!! (He leads Kevrem) You want some enchanted rocks to eat? Help yourself! ^^;

Kevrem: Finally! Geez, Izanagi!! My human bones are creaking! (He walks into the spa) Where are my enchanted rocks?!

Izana: (He walks back to Nox and leads him to the hot spring) Okey dokey! He’ll be just fine! Let’s go, shall we? (He walks into the changing room with Nox) …… Oh, Izanagi? Yeah~ (He takes his top off then takes his undershirt off) Izana’s short for Izanagi! I don’t really go by that name, though! (He starts taking off his pants then looks at Nox) What’s that puddin?! :D We can’t just get into a hotspring with our clothes on!! (He smiles at Nox) Don’t worry. There are changing rooms just over there! Feel free to use em! (He takes the pin out of his hair)

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Izana: (He sinks into the hotspring and sighs) Mmmm! I don’t ever want to get out! (He looks at Nox as he sits near him) Hello! Are you sitting next to me?! I’m so glad honey! By the by, Siegbert came with us and is checking up on your mama and miss Fila regularly. They’re in good hands! (He looks at Nox) ……So? You likey? Hotsprings are my favorite thing about this world! (He looks up at the moon as Nox talks) Mhm, mhmmm… (He looks at Nox) Who, me?! You want to know about me?! ^////^;; Well~ I’m the emperor! Hahaha!…….. How I became emperor? Hm~ It isn’t the most uplifting tale, certainly. (He sits up and folds his arms) Let’s see~ Have you heard of the Izumo and Cheve war? My grandfather, Emperor Hirokami, was the one who initiated it. War got him killed, ya know? He was a very skilled samurai! But instead of dying a samurai’s death… well, it was just disgraceful. (He smiles) Terribly so. He began a bloody, hate-filled war that lasted for decades, and caused the deaths of countless warriors and civilians… And ended up being killed by a Cheve general after declaring a clandestine attack. Now if that ain’t the exact opposite of a samurai’s death! (He shrugs) Well, in the end, they still resented us for my grandfather’s actions. That was the burden my parents, Emperor Masanagi and Empress Annusil carried… (He shakes his head) Haha, hey, rather than me talking your ear off, why don’t I just show you this part? ^^ (He holds his hand out to Nox) …… (He smiles as Nox takes his hand) … (He closes his eyes and shows him a vision)

//

Masanagi: (He looks out of the palace windows with Annusil) ……

Annusil: … (She glances at Masanagi) Masanagi… We cannot continue this war… You heard what the messenger said. Some of our best warriors were killed… Cheve is bound to declare another attack. Please declare a cease-fire. I beg of you. Please…?

Masanagi: (He glares at Annusil) No. We are not yet short of excellent warriors. My father would not allow a cease-fire…

Annusil: But…! (She grips her fist) But you are not your father!!! (She shakes her head) It is not just about you, Masanagi! It is about the safety of our people and the future of this kingdom! Your pride will get us killed!

Masanagi: … Get out, Annusil. You have no say in this. I will not stop fighting.

Annusil: (She wipes her tears) I do not even know you anymore…! (She rushes out)

Masanagi: ………

Izana: (He hides behind a wall as Annusil exits) …?

Annusil: (She shuts the doors behind her and sighs) !! (She spots Izana) … Izanagi… I see you over there. Come out, please.

Izana: ^^;;; (He steps out from behind the wall and walks over to Annusil) Heey, mom~

Annusil: (She kneels down to Izana) I am sorry you had to hear that. E-everything is fine.

Izana: (He folds his arms) Mom, you don’t have to lie to me. I already know how bad the war is! It’s scary, and people are dying! Duh, I know everything isn’t fine! (He snaps) ._.

Annusil: … You are too wise for a child of seven years, my little Izanagi… (She smiles) I’m sorry… I know how badly you want this war to be over.

Izana: I keep telling father, we need to establish peace between Izumo and Cheve! (He puts his hands on his hips) Why won’t he listen??

Annusil: I’m afraid there is no convincing him… (She looks down) One way or another… I am sure everything will turn out just fine.

Izana: (He shakes his head) Gah!! No, mom! No! We can’t just sit back! :S

Annusil: Eh? M-my child, I’m sorry… But I just don’t know. Cheve’s king will not forgive us so easily for what your grandfather has done…

Izana: I know… I know that! But still! (He grabs Annusil’s hands and shakes them) Remember, I’ve already gotten nearly a half of Cheve’s army to cease fighting! I’m even friends with Cheve’s prince! We can do this!

Annusil: (She blinks) Izanagi… (She smiles and kisses the mark on his forehead) You really are a godsend. I know you will be a marvelous emperor when the time comes.

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Izana: (He opens his scroll and backs away from a soldier) W-wait! I don’t want to fight you! (He shakes his head as the soldier runs toward him) I’m real sorry!! ;__; (He shuts his eyes and puts his hand on the scroll)

soldier: (He screams and falls over as lightning magic struck him)

????: (She flies over on her kinshi and holds her hand out to Izana) Izana, we’ve gotta hurry! I’ve received word that the main entrance is about to be invaded.

Izana: Oh no… They’re probably in big trouble!! (He takes ????’s hand and gets on her kinshi) Reina, I’m ready to go!

Reina: Hold on tight, kiddo. (She holds onto the reins and flies quickly on her kinshi) Hah!!

Izana: (He looks down at the ground as they fly) Gods… (He shuts his eyes and holds onto Reina)

Reina: (She shakes her head at the bloodshed on the ground) …This war is terrible. But… we can’t give up on obtaining peace, Izana.

Izana: Y-you’re right, Reina… I won’t give up!

Reina: (She grins) Good attitude! … (She lands her kinshi in front of the entrance and looks around) …This isn’t good… They’re already inside. (She dismounts and helps Izana down)

Izana: (He runs inside the entrance with Reina and looks around) !!! (He grips his fist) This is so awful…!!!

Reina: (She cringes at the dead bodies all over the floor) Damn…! These are even some of our men. (She grabs Izana’s hand) Remember what we’re fighting for. We need to get to the throne room, now.

Izana: (He tears up) …!! Okay! (He nods and runs off with Reina)

Reina: (She approaches the throne room with Izana) …? It’s already open… Oh no…

Izana: Mom?! Dad?! (He runs over to the throne room door)

Reina: Izana, hold on!! Don’t go in there!

Izana: Mom, are you okay?! (He runs into the throne room and looks around) M-mom? Dad?? (He looks at the bodies in front of the thrones) …….

Reina: (She runs in and looks at Annusil and Masanagi’s bodies) This… is…!! (She backs away) The emperor… and empress…!

Izana: (He trembles and approaches their bodies) C-c'mon now… This is a joke isn’t it?! Ha ha! It’s not very funny!! ^^; (He kneels down to Annusil’s body and shakes her) Mom?? … Mom…?! (He shakes Masanagi’s body) Dad, you-you’re a strong samurai warrior… you can't… you can’t just…?! (He blinks as tears fall from his eyes) Die…?!

Reina: Izana, w-we need to leave… Please! We need to alert someone of this… (She looks down)

Izana: (He trembles as the mark on his forehead glows) No… no… no… NO!!! (He begins to transform as a purple aura surrounds him) GRAHH!!! (He stands on all fours in his dragon form and hisses)

Reina: Izana, s-stop!! (She runs over to him) Please listen to me, child! I know you are angry and confused… and hurt… But please, you have to remember–!! (She was blown back by Izana’s tail) UGH!!!

Izana: (He hisses and glares at Reina) ?!

Reina: (She stands up and walks over to Izana) Urgh–! (She holds her stomach and coughs) … Izana… I know this is hard to look past… it is your parents lives that were lost. But you must not continue this hatred-filled war!! (She touches Izana’s snout gently) I know you can hear me…!

Izana: (He trembles and hisses) …. Mo… ther… mother… (He looks back at Annusil’s corpse) Mo… ther…!!!! (He returns to his human form and falls into Reina’s arms) Mother… mother…!!!! (He hugs Reina and cries) WAAAAAAH!! It’s not fair!!! Reina, it’s not fair!! I hate this! I hate this!! (He sobs and holds onto Reina) Reina…!! Help…!!!

Reina: (She tears up and holds Izana) I know… I know… I’m here, young master. (She picks Izana up and looks back at Masanagi and Annusil’s corpses) … Damn it all…!!!! (She carries Izana out)

– //3 years later//

Izana: (He looks out of the window and shudders) Oh, shoot… ._. What if they don’t like me, Reina? (He looks at Reina)

Reina: (She pats Izana’s shoulder) Don’t say that, child. These people believe in you. (She smiles) Even Cheve knows that you desire peace.

Izana: …Well… (He smiles) Alrighty!! I’ll do my best.

Reina: Good attitude! Now go on out there.

Izana: (He steps outside and looks at the crowd) … /I’ll protect all of you. I won’t let you down!/

Reina: (She walks outside and stands beside Izana)

all: (They chatter amongst themselves and look up at the balcony)

girl: It’s the prince!

woman: Thank the gods… the war will be over…

????: (He turns to Izana) Young master. Are you ready?

Izana: … (He smiles and looks at ????) I’m ready, Yoshito! I’m not scared. I have a job to do! I need to stop this war… so Izumo and Cheve won’t suffer anymore.

Yoshito: We are thankful, Izanagi. (He picks up the wreath and nods)

Izana: Ah! Er… (He stands tall and nods) Do I stand like this?? Am I doing it right?! ^^;

Reina: (She laughs) You just be yourself, kiddo.

Izana: Oh… right. :’D

Yoshito: Now, let us begin… (He waves his hand at the crowd) … (He clears his throat as they quiet down) … People of Izumo, thank you for attending this coronation! The war between us and Cheve has been brutal, but there is hope. And that hope is our new Emperor! Now… (He stands behind Izana) By the wishes of the late Emperor Masanagi… And the late Empress Annusil… I hereby declare the young prince of ten years, Izanagi Kudou, the youngest Emperor in Izumo history! (He places the wreath on Izana’s head)

Izana: (He blinks as the crows cheers loudly) !!! Oh… Eh~ (He waves at the crowd) o////o; ~

crowd: (They cheer and clap loudly) !!!!

Izana: Ah… (He smiles at the people and waves) They look real happy… (He grips his fist) I won’t let em down! Er, w-wait. (He shakes his head) Do you think… maybe I should talk more emperor-ly??

Yoshito: Izanagi, you may talk however you like. Isn’t that right, Reina?

Reina: (She rubs the back of her head) Haha! I’m partly to blame. I let my accent slip through from time to time. You must have picked it up from me, eh? (She chuckles) Your parents sure didn’t talk like that…

Izana: You’re right, Reina! Well, in that case… (He grins) I’ll try my darn best at this here emperor thang!! :D

Yoshito: Oh dear.

Reina: (She laughs loudly) Hah!!! You got it from me, all right! (She pats his back)

Izana: (He grins) ^^

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Izana: … (He releases Nox’s hands) And after that, well, it was tough all right!! (He laughs) But hard work pays off, ya know~ … (He sighs and looks at Nox) Well, I’m real thankful you let me share those old memories with you, hon. (He smiles) It means more than you know. Truly… It’s painful to reminisce on the past. But that’s just what it is. The past. Ain’t nothing we can do about it now but make new memories with the ones we love! (He grins) Now, I know I said I never wanted to get out of this hotspring, but I’m getting lightheaded! ^///^;; Let’s go inside, shall we?!

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Iris: (She looks around and smiles) I am glad everyone is here… Sina, dear? (She tilts her head as Sina and Heloise arm wrestle) Oh, what is that you are doing?… (She sits near them and watches) … Amazing. ^^ Yes, go, Sina. I am cheering for you.

Petunia: (She stands on the table they were arm wrestling on and bounces) Go go! Fight fight wrestle! :D Yay yay!

Iris: P-Petunia darling, please, no standing on the table.

Kouta: (He walks out from the castle and blinks) How long… was I asleep…? What did I miss…? (He rubs his eyes) Mm… Where is…? (He spots Peter and smiles) Peter. ^^ (He rubs the back of his head and walks over to Peter)

Iris: (She gasps as she saw Kouta) M-my child?!?! (She stands up)

Kouta: Hm…? (He looks at Iris) Mother…?

Petunia: (She looks at Kouta) Bro bro? Not bro bro? @_@…….

Gale: O-O (He points at Kouta) You– who are you?! You’re not Kouta!!! Your voice! You… taller! (He screams)

Kouta: (He frowns) What do you mean…? (He furrows his brow) Well, I suppose my voice sounds a little strange now that you mention it…

Gale: You are just now noticing that?! e.e;

Shigure: Oh my. Kouta, it would seem you are a late bloomer… a beta. How wonderful, you finally underwent your transformation. You should be proud. (He smiles)

Kei: Ehh– who-who is that?! x////x (He points at Kouta) Kouta?!?!

Iris: (She runs over to Kouta) Oh my goodness.

Rayth: (He chokes on his tea) O____O Kah?!

Kouta: (He blinks as everyone looks at him) Uh… I don’t feel any different… So, let’s just ignore it… ^^;

Rayth: Ignore it?! What are you saying kahhh?!?! X__X (He floats over to Kouta)

Iris: Yes, my dear. This is a very important part of your life. (She smiles) But I wonder why your body choose now to change.

Kouta: I don’t know… But see… (He stands next to Xalvador and measures himself with his hand) I am only 2 feet shorter than Xalvador now… (He smiles up at Xalvador) I’ve made up my mind. I’m going to grow taller than you, Xalvador… ^^

Rayth: No, I think that’s still impossible! @__@

Iris: (She laughs) Yes, you seem to be significantly taller, my dear. You will perhaps grow an inch or two after this, but no more.

Kouta: (He frowns) Aw…

Gale: Dude, can you lift now?! Try lifting… uh… him!! (He points at Peter)

Kouta: Lift…? (He picks up Peter and carries him) Yes, it seems I can… (He smiles at Peter) ….. (He blinks as Peter turns red) Eh–? I’m sorry… Would you like me to set you down…? (He touches Peter’s cheek) ……/How cute…/…

Gale: Usually he can’t even pick up Petunia!! What is this?!?! What else has changed about you?! Let’s– (His eyes widen as Peter and Kouta glow) :O …….. Ah?!

Shigure: (He holds his hands together as Peter and Kouta fuse) Is this…?!

Iris: I feel… faint… (She falls over into Sina’s arms as Courtesy appears)

Rayth: This again. e__e; Are they actually in love or what?

Courtesy: (He moves his hair from his eyes and blinks) … Um… Oops. S-sorry for the accidental… me. @_@;

Rayth: (He covers his face) You’re even fucking cuter than before!!! =////////=;;; GAHH!!

Kei: Wh-wh-who is that… cute, giant person with four arms?! What just happened?! Where’d Kouta and Peter go?? @_@

Shigure: (He looks up at Courtesy and smiles) Let’s see… Based on Kouta’s ethereal element, and Peter… I would assume you’re Courtesy. Am I wrong?

Courtesy: (He looks at Shigure) H-how did you know that, Shigure? ^^;; (He looks down at Xalvador) Ah! Xalvador, this is… well… How shall I explain it? I am not sure myself. Kouta and Peter have only recently discovered me. (He smiles) Oh. Guess what? I am now taller than you. ^^ (He kneels and hugs Xalvador)

Rayth: You’re taller than everyone!! o_e

All: (They look up at Courtesy) @///@

Courtesy: (He stands up and looks around) … I… I am not sure that I like being stared at. I’m sorry, may I be excused? I need some time alone… perhaps I will discover something about myself. (He disappears)

Gale: Aw, he left! :C I wanted to ask him so many questions!!

Rayth: He probably went to Kouta’s deeprealm. Or maybe Courtesy’s. o_o

Shigure: (He nods) That could be true. I hadn’t thought of that, Rayth. You are smarter than you look.

Rayth: Wh-what the fuck is that supposed to mean?! (He points at Shigure) You Snow white motherfucker! =__=

Shigure: I-I’m sorry?

Iris: (She opens her eyes) … Oh… what a strange dream…

Rayth: Uh, wasn’t a dream, your highness. He just left. >_>;

Iris: I-it wasn’t? (She stands up and holds onto Sina) Well then… I don’t think I have ever seen Kouta fuse with anyone before. It took me by surprise… He is now… (She closes her eyes) Hm… He is in an ethereal deeprealm I have never seen before.

Rayth: Oh, I was right huh? o__o

–

Courtesy: (He appears in his deeprealm and looks around) …… Mm. This is very familiar. (He holds his hands together and looks around at the trees and destroyed buildings) But it seems very worn down… Perhaps if I did this… (He touches the ground with all four of his hands and looks around as the buildings and forests were restored) …… (He stands up and smiles) I see. I know more about my abilities than I first thought. …… (He puts his hand to his chin and thinks) I seem to have memories from my past life of this realm… I wonder if I could find the lake that I see in my memories. ^^ (He wanders around and pushes his hair out of his face)

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Courtesy: (He sits at the lake and touches the water) How familiar. I cannot understand why this lake is making me feel so sentimental… (He looks at his reflection in the lake and blinks) …………… This is… us. (He touches his face) ……. Do you hear it, too? This song… We must have known it well before… (He sings gently) ♪ Here we are… ♪ The two of us, like ships upon a winding river ♪ And yet somehow, we found each other ♪ Like strangers, you and I… ♪ (He pauses and looks at his hands) ……… I…… (He blinks as tears fall from his eyes and onto his hands) …!!! Why am I crying? I am not sad. (He wipes his eyes) No, this feeling is… something else entirely. (He lies down and hugs himself with all four sets of his arms) ……

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Courtesy: (He sits up and rubs his eyes) ……. I-I must have fallen asleep…? @//@; Whoops. (He stands up) Now then, shall I return home? Perhaps I should unfuse… since I seem to attract far too much attention. But… I do not wish to. (He frowns) ……. I suppose I must try for now… I am a bit too large to go about regular activities on Earth. For example, walking through a door… I will hit my head. :S (He holds his hands together) First, I must go to Kouta’s deeprealm… (He disappears then appears in Kouta’s deeprealm) Ah… the night sky is beautiful here. A part of me feels as if this sight is brand new. (He looks up at the stars in the sky) …… Hm. What was I doing…? Oh, right… Being happy being myself. ^^ ……W-wait, no. I am trying to unfuse. Um… let’s see……… (He sighs and holds all four of his hands together) …………… (He opens his eyes) .////.’ I am sure this will become easier eventually… but it is difficult right at the moment. (He starts walking) Then, let us try again later–!!!! (He trips over a rock and falls over) Whaaa—! (He hits the ground and unfuses)

Kouta: (He rubs his head as they unfused) Ow ow… (He blinks and looks at Peter) Oh… Are you okay…? Heheh… S-sorry, I guess we fused again… ^//^; (He stands and helps Peter up) It’s interesting… I thought the first time we fused was an accident, but now… I don’t know. I feel so many things when we’re together as Courtesy… (He looks at Peter and blinks) …… (He smiles) I see. You enjoy it when we are together as him… I do, too… In fact, it seems like it’s my fault that it’s so hard for us to unfuse… (He stares at Peter as he speaks) ………. Mhm……… (He blinks) …Huh? What did you say? Sorry… I wasn’t paying attention at all… @////@;; Your eyes are very easy to get lost in… (He taps Peter’s cheek) And your cheeks are so cute. Anyway, we should get back to our own realm… (He takes Peter’s hand and starts walking)

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Kei: (He stares at the cake and drools) Ohhh~ OHHH!

Shigure: (He picks up his teacup) You shouldn’t shout so loudly.

Kei: I’m sorry man! It’s hard for me to have manners with such a good looking cake!… Scuse me!!! (He picks up the whole cake with his fork and shoves it in his mouth) Mouphgh~ Oh MAN!! That'sh good!! ^////^

Shigure: See, you’re making a mess. (He takes a napkin from the center of the table) Maple, Lougenia, I am so sorry.

Kei: Hahah, don’t apologize over me! (He looks at Maple and Lougenia) Yeah, they think I’m funny! It’s fine, Shigure, it’s fine. :D

Shigure: (He folds the napkin and sets it in front of Kei) Please, use this. I am begging you.

????: (She flies down and lands) !!!!! (She trots over to Shigure)

Kei: Hey, there’s my favorite pegasus!! (He points at ????) Hey girl!

????: (She licks Kei’s hair) …

Kei: Ah, man~ That was gross! :’D

Shigure: (He looks at ???? and stands up) Florina! I’m sorry. I kept you waiting for too long, didn’t I? (He hugs Florina’s neck gently) You may join me here, then. (He releases Florina)

Florina: (She licks Shigure’s cheek) …

Shigure: (He chuckles and wipes his cheek) Thank you very much.

Florina: (She blinks and looks at Maple as she backs away) ……? (She tilts her head) …… (She looks at Lougenia) …

Shigure: Ah, please do not be afraid of Florina. She is very gentle.

Kei: (He grins at Maple) It’s okay! I know Florina! ^^ She’s a smart and nice pegasus! Shigure raised her, so she’s a lot like him!

Florina: (She looks at Maple and blinks) … (She steps back from Maple and bows her head) …? (She tucks her wings in gently) …

Shigure: It is alright if you don’t want to approach her. Large animals are not for everyone. (He blinks as Maple speaks) … Oh, you would like to? Here, I understand the fear of approaching a pegasus for the first time. I had to hold my mother’s hand as well. (He smiles and holds his hand out to Maple)

Florina: (She lifts her head slowly as Shigure approaches with Maple) …….

Shigure: (He holds Maple’s hand and gently leads her to Florina) She is very interested in you. I believe she would like to smell you just a bit.

Florina: (She sniffs Maple) ……. (She gently rubs her snout on Maple’s cheek) …

Shigure: Ahaha. She does seem to like you a lot!

Kei: Awww duuude… ;__;

Shigure: (He smiles as Lougenia takes his free hand) Lougenia. Would you like to introduce yourself to Florina as well?

Florina: (She sniffs Lougenia) …… (She gently rubs her snout on Lougenia’s cheek) …

Shigure: Florina, you are quite sociable today, no?

Florina: (She snorts softly and flutters her wings) ^^

Kei: (He eats more cake and cries) T_T This is too cute bro… (He puts the cake down) Whoops, that’s Shigure's… o__o;;

Shigure: (He looks at Xalvador as he approaches) Hello, Xalvador. I was just introducing these two to Florina. (He smiles as Lougenia runs over to Xalvador)

Kouta: (He appears with Peter) Oh, we’re already here…

Rayth: Hey!! You two went to Courtesy’s deeprealm?! o__o How was it??

Kouta: It was lovely… (He smiles) But I felt somewhat sad, being there… (He looks at Peter) You did, too, right?

Rayth: Hmm? o_o I wanna go sometime… (He looks at Peter and Kouta) e_e You two… you’re fucking holding hands.

Kouta: ^///^;; (He releases Peter’s hand) I-I didn’t notice.

Rayth: (He looks at Peter as he turns red) o_o …? (He folds his arms) Whaaaatever. I already know what’s going on. Keh… no need for me to state the obvious. =_=

Kouta: Hm? What do you mean…?

Rayth: (He sighs) Nothing! @_@ Geez. Seriously, are you blind or something Kouta…

Kouta: (He tilts his head) …? No… why?

Rayth: Well you could have fooled me e_e

?????: (He walks in) I’m heeeeere!

Rayth: (He hides behind Peter and Kouta) No!! That fucking kid is here…! =___=;;

Kouta: (He looks at Rayth) You are hiding from Momo…?

Rayth: No shit I’m hiding…! ._. He annoys the crap of out me with his–

Momo: (He spots Rayth and runs over) Hiiii!!! Raaayth! Carry me and fly around! ^O^ Rayth! Rayth!!!

Rayth: KEH!!! =___=;; (He disappears)

Momo: Wha– where did he go?! >m< I wanted to play!!

Kouta: Ah, Momo, umm… Rayth had errands to run… @-@;

Momo: Can’t he do them later?! >:C Oh well… whatever! (He folds his arms and pouts) Rayth is grumpy anyway! He would make a terrible big brother!

Kouta: Is that so…? I don’t think he is all that bad, he’s just… shy.

Momo: He’s mean! =-= (He holds Kouta’s hands) Kouta! You look different! ^u^ Can I go eat cake pleeease?

Kouta: Sure… (He smiles) Just don’t eat too quickly… You may choke again.

Momo: I-I knooow! ^^;; (He puts his hands on his hips and walks off) Okay then, I am going to eat cake now!! Yay! ^-^ (He looks up at Sakurai as he approaches) What do you want, knight person?? You’re in the way of my cake time!! :C

Sakurai: (He salutes to Momo) Err, small young guest, I believe it would be best for you to have an adult with you at all times! Where are your parents?

Momo: (He folds his arms) Hmph! I’m 20 years old!! .n.

Sakurai: Wh… WHAAAT?! I AM SO SORRY!! Guest sir!! @_@ (He bows)

Momo: I’ll never forgive you. >n>

Sakurai: I’m very sorry, sir!!!!!! I will excuse myself now!! (He walks off quickly)

Momo: >-> (He skips off) ^u^ … Cake time! Cake! Yay– (He bumps into Xalvador and looks up at him) Big brother Xalvador!! (He jumps) Carry me! Carry me!! :3 (He pouts as Xalvador speaks) Why not?! >n< I’m not fat or anything!

Shigure: (He walks over to them) Uh, Momo, are you alright there–?

Momo: Shigure!! Shigure!! (He runs over to Shigure and bounces) I want cream puffs! Cream puffs are only good if Shigure makes them! ^-^ Please make me some!!

Florina: (She snorts softly) =w=;

Shigure: Ah, you liked them? I’m glad. I will make some more, then– (He was squeezed by Momo) !!!

Momo: (He squeezes Shigure harder) YAY!! I’m so happy! I love you big brother Shigure!! ^u^

Shigure: U-uh–!! And I you. But– (He pats Momo) I… cannot breathe…

Momo: (He releases Shigure) Heehee~ You’re the best brother ever!

Shigure: Er… I do not think we are related. (He blinks)

Momo: That’s fine! I call everyone my big brother or sister! ^u^ Right, Buttercup the Third? (He holds up his stuffed bear and gives it a voice) “Mhm! Mhm! That’s right!”

Shigure: Haha… I see.

Momo: Anyway, it’s cake time! (He skips off) Yay cake! Yay!! ^w^

Shigure: Phew… (He walks outside to the garden)

Florina: (She looks at Lougenia) … (She nods and follows Shigure with her)

Shigure: (He sits on a bench in the garden and sighs deeply) … (He takes a small notebook out of his pocket and opens it) … (He writes in the notebook and hums) …

Florina: (She walks up to Shigure with Lougenia and blows his hair) o-o

Shigure: ?!! (He quickly sets his notebook down and looks at Florina and Lougenia) Yes?!

Florina: (She nudges Shigure’s cheek with her snout) ._.

Shigure: Uh… (He chuckles and pets Florina) Sorry. You startled me. (He smiles at Lougenia as she sits next to him) I thank you two for joining me. I just wanted to step outside for a moment.

Florina: (She rests her head on Shigure’s shoulder) …

Rayth: (He appears behind Shigure and Lougenia) Hey! I’m back! That annoying pink haired brat isn’t around here, is he?! >_>; (He hides behind the bench)

Shigure: (He looks at Rayth) Hm?

Rayth: Momo! He’s not here, is he?! @__@;

Shigure: Oh. No, he is inside.

Rayth: Phew… (He sits next to Lougenia and Shigure and shakes his head) He is so annoying… =___=; I’m gonna die… again. (He looks at Shigure) Hey, Shigure!! Is it true that when you sing animals come to you? >__>

Shigure: (He blushes) What?! Wh-where did you ever hear that?

Rayth: Kei told me. o_o Anyway, that’s why I called you Snow White earlier. So can you show me?!

Shigure: I don’t know. I prefer to sing alone…

Rayth: Aww… Keh… .__. (He looks at Lougenia as she agrees) Yeah, right?! We want to see it! We think it’s cool!

Shigure: (He looks at Lougenia and smiles) Well… I suppose just this once. I have not sung for an audience in quite some time.

Rayth: (He grips his fists) Yes!!! I-I mean… Cool, I guess… >__>;

Florina: (She neighs softly) ^^

Shigure: (He opens his notebook and looks through it) This is quite an old song… hopefully I have it right. Now… (He breathes and closes the notebook) …

Rayth: (He watches intently) o.o

Shigure: (He begins the song) ……. ♪ Led through the mist, by the milk light of moon… All that was lost is revealed ♪

Rayth: Whoa… your voice is amazing… =//=; (He blinks as a few rabbits and squirrels approach) O____O …! (He looks around as birds fly down onto the bench)

Shigure: ♪ Our long bygone burdens, mere echoes of the spring… But where have we come? And where shall we end? If dreams can’t come true, then why not pretend… ♪

wolves: (They approach and lie down with the other animals) …

Rayth: (He looks around as a glowing water surrounds them) O___O What is this?? And are those wolves over there?

Shigure:♪ Oh, how the gentle wind beckons through the leaves… As autmn colors fall ♪  (He smiles as an owl hops onto Lougenia’s lap)

owl: (She snuggles Lougenia as she pets her feathers) … ovo

Shigure: ♪ Dancing in a swirl of golden memories… The lovliest lies of all ♪ (He looks around as he finishes the song) … Well then… I did not expect so many friends to join us.

wolf: (She wags her tail as Shigure speaks) :3

Florina: (She licks a deer’s head) …

Rayth: (He blushes as chipmunks approach them) @////@ Urgh…! What is this feeling… cuteness!! (He grips his chest) Krh… I can’t take it… .///.

Shigure: (He holds up his hand as a bird flies over) Ah. I remember you.

bird: (She tweets softly) ^v^

Rayth: You… remembered a bird? o__o

Shigure: Yes. This starling has a very rare color… And a beautiful song to match her uniqueness. Would you like to meet her? (He smiles at Lougenia)

bird: (She hops onto Lougenia’s hand as she holds it up) …? (She looks at Lougenia and tweets) !! ^v^

owl: (She stares at the bird) ……. ovo (She hoots)

bird: (She opens her beak and tries to hoot) oAo

Shigure: O-oh, my. Incredible. I have never heard such a noise from a starling’s beak. (He looks at Lougenia) You would like to give these two names? By all means. I haven given names to a few of the animals I visit at home. (He chuckles) It is difficult not to adore them.

– –

Nagito: (He steps outside of the auditorium with Shin) Hmm, I’m grateful for the break, but…… (He stares at Shin) ……Shin? Heeey Shin… (He presses his forehead onto Shin’s) I don’t understand what you were so flustered about back there… (He stares at Shin’s eyes as he speaks) …… (He steps back) I see what you mean. (He smiles) There’s nothing we can do about it though, hm? ……(He stares at Shin as he speaks) Is that so……. (He spaces out for a moment) /That reminds me… What am I doing? The bombs… I haven’t even planted them yet… What am I doing, huh?…/ Huh…? Huh?……….!! (He looks at Shin as he calls him) ……Shin. (He laughs) Heh. You’ve distracted me from something important.  …… (He smiles at Shin) It’s fine. I’ll tell you what I’m going to do later. Ah, but you can’t go and tell on me, or I’ll have to kidnap you again and tape that mouth of yours shut…… You’ve got a habit of tattling on other’s crimes, don’t you… (He touches Shin’s lips with his thumb) …… Why? Because… I want everyone to figure it out by themselves… It’ll have all been for nothing if not. (He stares blankly at Shin’s face) You’ll understand soon enough. You seem to understand more than anyone… I’m appreciative, really… I just hope it lasts……. (He smiles) Yeah… I’ll be the first to admit that I’m jealous of Hajime… Despite having no talent, he’s still got something that interests you. What if he steals you from me, huh?… After all, I’m just some nobody with weird luck and an unhealthy obsession with hope. I don’t understand your interest in me in the first place… (He steps back) Shall we go back?….. …You’re still unsure. I get it… Well, it might not be of much help, but you can hold my hand if you want to. Here. (He takes Shin’s hand) Good luck charm… (He kisses Shin’s hand) … Hah! I’m just kidding. I don’t want to accidentally curse you with horrible luck. (He walks back into the auditorium with Shin)

girl 3: (She looks at Nagito and Shin with the others and whispers) Holding hands!! @///@

girl 2: (She sighs) @////@

Nagito: (He looks around as a few people stare) Uh… We’re getting odd looks again.

Aya: (She holds a fake sword and swings it around) >:D I wish this was real! Damn it!

?????: (She strums a banjo and headbangs) Yo yo, what are my lines again!

Aya: Dude, Ibuki you have no lines. All you’re going to do is play the banjo in one scene and just stand around for the other ones. e_e;

Ibuki: Ahahaa! I forgot! (She facepalms)

Aya: (She looks at Watanabe as he speaks) Can’t I have a longer break, sensei?? .__. (She folds her arms as Watanabe speaks) Only the royalty get to request breaks huh? =___=

????: Do not worry. Class is almost over. ^^

Ibuki: (She points at ????) Watanabe sensei, why couldn’t Sonia be the princess?! She’s a literal princess!

Sonia: I am helping this time! I am Mr. Watanabe’s organizer! (She stands tall and nods) Though being in a play is fun, I would much rather do this. ^^

Aya: Hehhh? ._.

?????: (He walks quickly over to the other side of the stage) Oh, Mioda-san? Where have you placed your costume?

Ibuki: (She looks at ?????) Oh! About that!! Hahaaa! :“D Ilima, I’m sorry man!

Ilima: (He looks at Ibuki as he rushes over to a prop) Hm?

Aya: Ibuki spilled grape juice on it. =_= (She shakes her head)

Ibuki: Yeaaahhh… @_@ It’s in the closet.

Ilima: Oh? Is that all? A stain is nothing. That is easily taken care of. I’ll take it home and remove it… (He sighs and moves one of the props)

Ibuki: (She puts her hands together and bows) You took so long to make it! Sorryyyy!! xC

Ilima: No, no, Mioda-san, don’t be. Accidents are normal, you know? (He walks over to the podium on the left and looks through the papers on the stand)

Ibuki: Man, I feel so bad… ^_^;;; Ilima is doing so much work!! I just added to it! (She strums her banjo) Stupid meee!! >O<

Aya: Yeah, he’s playing as the king and the narrator. o_o He’s making the costumes too… And he’s playing the piano for a few scenes. I guess he’s Mr. Watanabe’s assistant too. @_@ He’s got to be tired.

Ibuki: Man!!!! (She strums the banjo furiously)

Sonia: Ilima! (She waves) Mr. Watanabe said he will have me organize those papers later. You can take your place on the stage. ^^

Ilima: (He looks at Watanabe) A-are you sure, Mr. Watanabe? ……. /Phew…/ I’ll take my place then… (He walks over to the middle of the stage)

Nagito: Oh, we’re on this act?… (He looks at Shin) I’ll have to stand backstage then. I’m not in this scene. … (He releases Shin’s hand then pokes his cheek) You’re red. Just do what you normally do… You’ll say the lines perfectly with or without me there, right?

Aya: (She looks at Nagito and Shin) You guys!! Flirting all the time! Get in your place, Shin! I believe in you. >:C You cute little shit. (She  points her sword at Shin) Come on.

Nagito: (He laughs) Well, you heard her… (He smiles as Shin walks over to the stage)

Aya: (She looks at Shin as he speaks) Hm??…… Yeah, yeah, yer welcome. =///=;;; C'mon, let’s get into place already. (She slaps Shin’s back)

Nagito: (He stands backstage to the right and waves at Shin) ……

Ibuki: (She grins and stands next to Ilima with her banjo) :D ……. (She strums the banjo) xD Haha! Hahaaa! (She strums the banjo harder)

Ilima: (He looks at Ryu and waves him over) You are to stand here, correct? (He smiles as Ryu takes his place next to him) If you forget your lines, I’ll improvise to remind you of what they are.

Sonia: Okay everyone, now that we are in our places, it is time to start! Mr. Watanabe. (She sits down and watches Watanabe direct) Also, I will be taking thorough notes. (She holds her clipboard and pen) ^^

everyone: (They chatter and ignore Watanabe as he speaks)

Aya: (She stands next to Shin and gets into place with him) Great, now if everyone would just shut the fuck up… o_o

Ibuki: (She strums the banjo furiously) Fee fi fo-man! Fee fi fo-man! >:D Wooyeah! Oh yeah! (She strums)

Aya: (She glares at Ibuki) Hey, shut up! e_e;

Ibuki: Oh yeahhhhh! (She strums the banjo)

Aya: Shut the hell up Ibuki! =___= Watanabe-sensei is actually starting to cry!

girls: (They chatter amongst each other)

Ilima: ……….

group: (They chatter loudly)

boy 3: Dude!!! HAHA!

boy 2: Cut it out man!! ._.

All: (They chatter loudly)

Aya: Ibuki! I said shut the fuck up! =n= (She looks at Ilima) o_o Uh oh……

Ilima: (He steps to the front of the stage and raises his hand and puts his other hand on his hip) …… (He breathes in) … EXCUSE ME!!! May I demand everyone’s attention?!!

All: (They stop talking) O_O ……

Ibuki: (She stops strumming the banjo) O3O;;;;; Oooops…

Ilima: (He puts his hand down and points at the group of girls) You girls, please get to your places.

Girls: ^///^;;;; (They run to their places)

Ilima: Everyone. I dislike yelling. (He puts his hands on his hips) I would like you all to focus today. I am certain Mr. Watanabe would appreciate that as well. Do you understand me?

All: Yes sir! @_@;

Sonia: Hee hee. Excellent strategy. ^^

Aya: Well, there’s the Ultimate Prince for you… o_o;

boy 1: (He rushes to his place and whispers to the girl next to him) /Ilima just scolded us! That’s hot!/ @////@

girl 5: /I know!!/ T///T

Ilima: ……… (He smiles) …Was that so hard? We are ready to start now. (He stands back in his place and picks up the cane that was on the floor)

–

Sonia: (She turns to Watanabe) Sensei! May we please rehearse the sad scene at the end? I wish to see it! We have not rehearsed it yet, have we? (She smiles)

Ilima: Yes, shall we? (He takes his script from the podium and flips through it) In that scene, the princess is forced away from her true love. This scene is their final goodbye.

Aya: That’s fricking depressing, by the way… e_e;

Ilima: (He nods) Mhm. It is meant to be a story without a happy ending. In the original story from the 1700s, the two committed suicide. They hung themselves together, hand in hand. Similar to many old stories. (He smiles) But that is taken out in this script.

Ibuki: Holy crapoley!! D:

Aya: Wh-what the hell? o__o;; Really??

Ilima: Yes. (He puts his script back onto the podium) For this scene, there will be no speaking. The violin will tell the story. (He smiles) That is where I come in.

Sonia: I see! How amazing! ^^

Aya: You’re on the violin too, Ilima? ._. But you already have so much stuff to do.

Ilima: Oh, it doesn’t bother me. Ibuki was going to perform it, but…

Ibuki: Ahhh, I totally was! I was! :’D But I’m just not good at classical violin! I’m more of a guitar gal! I play too fast and too loud!! This is a sad scene so I’d mess it up! ^__^; I can’t help it!!

Aya: Eh, figures o_o Ilima is really good at violin and piano… well he’s good at everything. =_=

Ilima: (He smiles at Shin and Ryu) I hope you’ve been rehearsing. Please keep your scripts out if you need them. This is only a test run. (He hands Ryu and Shin their scripts) Here. I highlighted your lines for you. Remember, there are no words in this scene. Only actions.

Sonia: Shin! I am so proud of you Shin! (She waves) Do your very best! :D

Ilima: (He smiles determinedly at Ryu and Shin) Are you ready? I’m counting on you two to match the emotion of my song. (He nods) Okay? (He rushes down to the music platform and opens his violin case)

Aya: (She steps off of the stage) Alright! (She points at Nagito) You! Tree! Get on stage!

Nagito: Oh, is it my turn? (He walks onto the stage)

Aya: (She nods) All set Mr. Watanabe! (She stands next to Sonia)

Ibuki: (She stands next to Aya) Woot woot!

Sonia: (She holds her clipboard excitedly) ^^

Ilima: (He hums the song as he tunes his violin) Hm~ hmm…~ ♪ (He tucks the violin under his chin and holds the bow)

Nagito: (He stands near Shin and looks at Watanabe as he speaks) Closer?… (He looks at Shin as he gets closer) ………

Sonia: (She nods as Watanabe directs them) Yes I agree, even closer! ^^ You are the same tree from that fateful night before, Nagito!

Nagito: (He steps near Shin and sighs) ……. (He quickly takes Shin’s hand behind his back and gently squeezes it then releases it) Go on. I’m right here. At least you won’t have to touch me this time. (He chuckles) ……

Ilima: (He nods as Watanabe yells action) …… (He starts playing softly)

All: (They watch closely) …

Sonia: (She holds her clipboard tightly as Shin starts walking) >v<

Nagito: (He stands still as Shin walks in front of him) …….

Aya: (She looks at Watanabe as he bites his lip) o_o;

Ilima: (He continues playing softly) …… (He watches as Shin walks over to Ryu) …… (He smiles in approval as Shin and Ryu hold hands)

Sonia: (She gives Shin a thumbs up) Yes, yes…! Good work…! ^v^

Ilima: (He continues playing) …………. (He looks up at the stage)

Sonia: (She holds her hands together and tears up as Shin and Ryu turn away from each other) Oh my… Such amazing acting… But I will not cry until the very end…!

Aya: Not gonna cry… @___@ (She grips her fist) …… (She looks at Watanabe as he sobs) Sensei holy shit… Are you okay? O_O;

Ilima: (He plays slowly and softly) ……. (He looks at Ryu as he walks away from Shin) ……. (He smiles as Shin sits at Nagito’s side) ……

Sonia: (She clutches her clipboard as Ryu covers his face) ;~; Oh. Such a terrific actor.

Aya: (She tears up as she watches) Dude… (She holds her heart) Help me… Q__Q I hate feeling. Make it stop…

Ibuki: ……. TTTT____TTTT Bruh…! (She sobs)

Ilima: (He prolongs the last note as Ryu and Shin leave the stage) ………………

Ibuki: (She jumps and claps) WOO YEAHHH WOO!! T___T

All: (They clap and cheer loudly)

Sonia: (She claps) Oh! ;~;

Nagito: (He smiles) Wow~…

Ilima: (He sets his violin and bow down gently) Yes! (He quickly runs onto the stage as Ryu and Shin walk back out) Oh!! (He jumps and hugs Ryu) You were breathtaking! Do not underestimate yourself, Ryu! (He releases Ryu and bounces) You coordinated your movements to my tempo flawlessly, adagio!

Aya: Heh xD He’s losing his cool.

Ilima: (He smiles and runs over to Shin and hugs him) Shin, you were so graceful and incredible– I am so grateful! (He releases Shin and holds his shoulders) You were practically flowing to the crescendo!

Ibuki: I’ve never seen that guy so excited! :O

Aya: I understand how he feels… Shin was so fucking adorable =////= I want Ryu’s part. He’s lucky >_> Uh o_o I mean…

Ibuki: (She looks at Aya) What?! :D

Aya: No!!! I have a girlfriend! Damn it >__>; I totally don’t have a crush. (She stomps) He and Nagito are dating anyway e_e;

Ibuki: Oh yeah!

Aya: Yeah! =_= But I swear to god… I keep thinking about him. I want to smell him! >//> That’s all! Kotomi might tie me up if I have another crush besides her……. I mean, I don’t mind… if she ties me up… but… Anyway… =//////////////=;;; (She folds her arms)

Ibuki: What?! xDD You and that gal are a pervy pair!!!

Ilima: (He steps down from the stage with Shin Ryu and Nagito) I apologize. I got too excited. (He sighs) Phew… Now then. I must clean up before the next class arrives. The bell will ring soon.

Aya: Already?! o_o

Ilima: (He walks onto the stage and looks around) Hmm… (He waves at Ryu) Oh, Ryu? Could you help me lift a few props? Sorry to bother you. The person that usually helps me is absent today. (He smiles as Ryu runs over)

Aya: (She backs away from Shin as he approaches) GAH!!!! e/////e Shin! I wasn’t thinking about smelling you! @///@;;

Ibuki: Smooth!! x_x

Nagito: Haha… I don’t recall anyone accusing you of doing so.

Aya: Uh… Well! (She folds her arms) … Agh, I’ll be straight up honest! Shin, you smell fucking amazing!! Can I smell you?! =///= (She takes Shin’s hands) Fuck it! I’m going to do it anyway! Sorry!! (She smells his neck) Ughhhh yes!!… Blueberries… rainbows… fluffy clouds and sparkles or some shit…! What is this?? @////////@ I just want to eat you or something! =///=

Nagito: (He sighs) Hey, Aya, you know…

Aya: (She backs away from Shin) Right, I know!! That’s it, no more. =///=; I’m sorry, Shin, Nagito. I am so sorry. (She bows) I had to do it!

Nagito: I’m guilty of doing that, too, actually… Right, Shin? (He laughs as Shin blushes)

Aya: Uh huh. I swear I got it out of my system now. .__. (She looks at Nagito) ……. e__e Anyway, you…

Nagito: …….. Hm?

Aya: >_> Nope. Nothing. Just watch yourself, you fucker. (She walks off)

Nagito: …………. (He smiles) Alright then. Man, she’s scary, isn’t she… (He looks at Shin) ………. I’ll try my best to keep everyone out of danger. But if I end up killing others on accident… I’ll understand if you come to hate me. (He stares at Shin as he speaks) ……..Yeah, I know. Your blind faith in me in confusing, to say the least… but I’m glad. You get it. That’s what this is all about. (He turns to Shin and smiles) Hey, if I die… you’ll follow me, right?…

Ibuki: (She listens in to Nagito and Shin’s conversation) ……..Ehhhh… ehhh….? O__O;;;;….

–

Ibuki: (She walks into the classroom with Shin and Aya) Art time! Yeahh! Time to mess with paint! >:D

??????: (He sits and reads) ………

Aya: (She sits next to ??????) That damn Tohru better not skip this class too. =-= (She looks at ??????) Yo, Hisoka! You early too?! ^^

Hisoka: ……… (He continues reading and nods) …….

Aya: Man, Minami-sensei will be proud of us for being early huh~ :D (She takes out her books)

Ibuki: Yeahhh~ Hey where’s my homework?! :S (She rummages through her bag)

Hisoka: ………

Aya: (She glances at Hisoka) …/He’s so adorable~… Watanabe-sensei would go crazy over him…/ =//3//=; …. (She nudges him) Yo, what are you reading?! ^^

Hisoka: (He looks at Aya) …………I quattro libri dell'architettura. The four books of architecture…

Aya: Eh?!?! @///@ Oh?!?! Cool!!! That’s right, you’re the ultimate Architect aren’t you?! /His voice! I’ve never heard it before!/ ^////^;;;

Ibuki: (She looks up) Architecture is cool! :D (She gives a thumbs up)

Hisoka: ………… (He continues reading)

Aya: (She nudges Hisoka) Hey, do you wanna hang out with my friends and I sometime, Hisoka?!

Hisoka: ……… (He sets his book down and looks at Aya) ……… No, thank you.

Aya: O-oh! No problem. You don’t have to! :’’D I just thought, maybe you didn’t have many friends~ or something.

Hisoka: ……I don’t. (He continues reading)

Aya: I see… o.o

??????: (He walks in and sets his bag down at the podium) Well, aren’t a few of us early?

Aya: Yeah yeah boi! You proud of me, Minami-sensei?? >:D

Ibuki: And me?!?! ^__^ Eh, how about it?! I’ve never been early before!

Minami: Yes. I am shocked. (He turns as a few students walk in) Please take your seats.

boy 1: (He sighs and sits down)

boy 5: (He sits down next to boy 1)

Tohru: (He grips his bag and walks in) ……..

Aya: You! (She points at Tohru) Little shit. Sit your ass down. >__>

Tohru: Wh-wh… what… did I ever do… (He sweats and sits next to Aya and Shin)

Aya: (She glares at Tohru) You skipped drama class!!

Tohru: ………. (He fidgets and takes out his sketchbook) I would much rather… h-hang myself by my fingers than attend that class…

Aya: Well they did put you in that class without you knowing. So I’ll let it slide. =_= I’ll talk to Watanabe about it too.

Tohru: ……. Y-you would do that… for me, Aya…

Aya: (She sighs) Yeah. It’s not a big deal. o_o

Minami: (He turns to the class as the bell rings) Everyone, be seated…

all: (They murmur and sit down)

Minami: Now, I do hope you finished your sketching assignments. (He writes on the chalkboard) Please finish them tonight if not.

boy 3: I forgot~ @_@

Aya: Darn, I totally forgot! =3=;

Minami: (He takes a folder from the podium) Excuse me. I am just going to the principal’s office and returning shortly after, so do not be disruptive. While I am gone, work in your sketchbooks. (He walks out with the folder)

all: (They begin chatting)

Hisoka: (He draws in his sketchbook silently) ……

Aya: (She sighs) Man =_=; Art isn’t my strong point… (She glances at Hisokas drawing) O-O What the– what– Are you really a high schooler?! @_@ That looks like it was drawn by… by… Mozart!!

Hisoka: (He looks at Aya) … Mozart… was a composer.

Aya: Oh. Right o__o I knew that. Anyway, that’s seriously amazing, Hisoka… That building looks almost real…

Tohru: ………….. (He glances at Shin quickly) ……… (He glances again) ……. (He trembles and blushes) Mh… (He sets his pencil down) ……

Aya: (She looks at Shin) Oh, I wouldn’t pay any attention to Tohru. =3=’ His response to your smell is way more perverted. You’d be surprised how much of a pervert he is normally though. >_>;

Tohru: (He trembles) ……. (He gets out of his seat and crawls under Shin’s desk) Oh… Sh… Shin… I would be honored t-to please you… Would… would you like me to… (He drools and blushes as Shin questions him) Ehe… hehe he… I don’t know why I desire such perverse things from you… (He strokes Shin’s legs and rubs his cheek on his crotch) Ah…… (He drools and looks up at Shin) Your response is causing even more… d-disturbance between my legs… (He squeezes his legs together and nuzzles Shin’s crotch) Y-you… are erect now too, aren’t you…! He he he he–!

Aya: GAH! @/////@ (She grabs Tohru) That’s it! Stand in the fucking hallway. =///= Now!!

Tohru: (He pants and blushes) !! Ngh… B-but I… did not get to perform the oral sex– ah…! (He was dragged by Aya)

Aya: (She drags Tohru and throws him into the hallway) =__= Time out! (She shuts the door)

Tohru: (He stands in the hallway and covers his crotch) Mgh… /Wh-why… am I thinking in such a way about Shin… I-I love Budo-senpai… I am commiting an atrocious sin…/ (He fidgets and rubs his knees together) ………… /But when I think of Shin’s aroma and face… I… I cannot… control myself…!! I must… c-calm down…/

–

Minami: (He walks to the classroom door and looks at Tohru) … Kunikuda-san. What are you doing in the hallway?

Tohru: O-oh… Sensei… nothing… (He fidgets)

Minami: Well, do not just stand out here. You should be drawing. (He walks into the classroom with Tohru)

Tohru: (He walks in and sits in his seat) …… (He looks at Shin) I am sorry for my repulsive behaviour… I-I have calmed down… (He buries his head in his hands and blushes) Nghhh… I am ashamed of myself…

Aya: Well, at least you’re not trying to suck his dick anymore. o_o

Tohru: (He lies his head down on his desk and covers his head) Tohru, you filthy pervert… Tohru, you filthy pervert… Tohru, you filthy pervert… filthy pervert… filthy pervert… filthy pervert… (He looks up as Shin speaks) … How are you accepting my apology so easily… c-clearly I deserve to die for what I did… (He presses his index fingers together)

Aya: (She smacks Tohru’s head) Would you shut up? e_e It’s fine. I kind of… had a similar reaction. Not as perverted, I guess, but still… =///=;

Tohru: Oh……

Minami: (He writes on the chalkboard) …… (He turns as Watanabe opens the classroom door) … Oh. Hello, Watanabe. What do you need?

Aya: Yo, sensei! :O

a few students: (They greet Watanabe) :D

Minami: (He raises his brow at Watanabe) You would like to spend your break in here? That is fine. Just do not… act strange, if you would please.

Aya: (She waves at Watanabe) Sensei! Sit over here! Over here! :D (She points at the empty seat next to her, Shin and Hisoka)

Tohru: (He hides behind his paper) ._.

Aya: o_e (She shakes her head as Watanabe speaks to Shin) Dude! You’re being a weirdo to Shin again =w= Hey, Sensei. (She taps Watanabe) Have you met Hisoka? He’s not in any drama classes or anything, but I thought maybe you knew him o_o (He nudges Hisoka) Hey hey, Hisoka.

Hisoka: (He looks at Watanabe and Aya) …………?

Aya: (She blinks as Watanabe stares at Hisoka) o.o I knew you’d like him. A-anyway, don’t be weird to him or anything– =w=;; (She sighs as Watanabe holds Hisoka’s shoudlers) Too late.

Hisoka: (He jumps slightly as Watanabe holds his face) …?? (He looks at him) ………… I do not like to be touched. Please remove your hand.

Aya: Ooh… rejected… ^^; (She catches Watanabe as he falls over) Dude. e_e’

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Aya: (She walks down the hallway with Ibuki Tohru and Shin) Why is art so hard… =-=

Ibuki: I love art!!! :D Yeahh!

Hisoka: (He walks past them quickly with his books in his arms) …………

Aya: S-see ya, Hisoka!! :’D Heh, maybe I shouldn’t have introduced him to Watanabe sensei… ^^;

Tohru: (He walks with them) I will be going home…

Aya: (She laughs) Tohru, that’s a lie and you know it! ^_^

Tohru: .___.’ … W-well, good bye then– (He starts to walk faster)

Aya: (She grabs Tohru’s head) Oh no you don’t! There’s something important I need to do. You’re coming with. :D

Tohru: (He pouts) I-I don’t want to. Why are you making me…

Aya: Heh… anyway, Shin, you and Hajime-senpai are investigating those murders, aren’t you? Let me help you! ^_^ (She pats Shin’s back)

Tohru: (He looks at Aya) What murders… @___@

Aya: You know, those ones that happened recently. Geez, Tohru, keep up with the times~ =3=

Tohru: .__. I apologize…

Ibuki: (She grins) What are you guys doing?! Can I come with?! Oh wait, I can’t! I have practice tonight! >^<

Aya: Well, we were just gonna meet up with Hajime-senpai… That reminds me, Ibuki have you seen my stupid brother? =3= He’s in your band, right?

Ibuki: Well, after lunch ended, I saw him in the courtyard all beat up!! o__o

Aya: =___= Of course…

Ibuki: (She scratches her head) I went up to him and asked him what happened! And he said some nasty words at me then walked away!! @_@ I haven’t seen him since! I hope he shows up tonight!! .__. I need my lead guitarist!

Aya: (She shakes her head) Probably being an edgelord at home. >_>; I’ll make him go.

Ibuki: (She bows to Aya) Thanks! The concert is tomorrow in the school’s concert hall!! Are you gonna come?!

Tohru: (He holds his head) Ngh… Not another one… My ears are still recovering from being assaulted with incomprehensive… screaming…

Aya: Ahem!! Sure we’ll go, Ibuki! ^^;; (She slaps Tohru and Shin’s backs) Right guys?!

Tohru: @__@ …

Ibuki: Radical!! (She pumps her fist) See ya later! (She grins and walks out)

Aya: All right, should we find Hajime-senpai? (She smiles at Shin and Tohru) Let’s go! He’s in the reserve course, right? (She walks out with them)

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Aya: (She walks with Shin and Tohru to the reserve course building) All right, here we are~ o_o

Nagito: (He sneaks up behind Shin and smells him) Hey…

Tohru: (He backs away from Nagito) .__.

Aya: AH?? O_O (She jumps as Nagito speaks) What the fuck? Where did you come from??? =_=

Nagito: I just got here a few seconds ago.

Aya: Well, where the fuck were you after drama class? =__= Never mind, don’t tell me. I don’t want to hear anything.

Nagito: Oh? Okay then.

Aya: (She looks up at the building) I wonder if the reserve course students are out of class yet? o-o

Nagito: They’re being released now… hm? There they are. And there’s Hajime. (He waves and smiles) Hey, Hajime. Your face is really scary again.

Aya: Yo Hajime-senpai! (She grins at Hinata) You don’t mind if I tag along on your detective thing right? Oh, I’m Nagano Aya. (She pokes Tohru’s head) And this is Kunikuda Tohru. And you know these two weirdos I guess~ =w=; (She points at Nagito and Shin)

Tohru: H… hello… (He avoides eye contact with Hinata)

Nagito: (He folds his arms as Shin and Hinata talk) It seems like you two have gotten far in your investigation. But not far enough, apparently… You don’t have a suspect yet, do you? (He looks at Hinata) Do I have a suspect? Well, maybe… It’s not like I’m just going to tell you, though… figure it out on your own. You’re close. (He smiles)

Aya: Hey guys, how about we finish this conversation at my house? ^^ I’ll make snacks! (She blinks as her phone rings) Hm? (She takes her phone out of her pocket) Oh– .///. Excuse me guys! I gotta take this!

Tohru: L-let me guess…

Aya: (She steps away and answers the phone) Hey Kotomi………… Oh really?! W-well, I guess wouldn’t mind……… (She blinks and turns red) Ah?! @///@ … Wait, you mean like, literally all night? Well, I’m up for a challenge~ Heheee… ^////////^;;;

Tohru: I knew it… ._.

Aya: Yup, bye~ ^///////^; (She hangs up the phone) ……. (She breathes and walks over to everyone) Okay, let’s go! :’D I’ll cut up a melon or something at my place. (She walks next to Shin and Hinata)

Nagito: Your house, Aya-san?

Aya: Yeah, my idiot brother and I live there with our dad. ^^ Well, kinda. Our dad works all day.

Tohru: Y-your loud, angry brother… Urgh… /Who also witnessed Nagito-senpai and I cleaning up Megami’s corpse…/

Nagito: (He glances at Tohru) … /Interesting… I wonder if Aoi-san will rat us out. I seriously doubt he’ll even show his face with Hajime around…/

Aya: Uh huh, he’s a real ray of sunshine =_=;; Heh. (She grins at Hinata) Heh!! >:3 /Aoi’s gonna fucking freak out./ Heh heh heh heh >:D (She blinks as Hinata questions her) Eh?! I’m just laughing because you’re gonna love it at my house! :D

Nagito: (He walks with them and looks at Hinata) /Judging on his progress so far, he’s a long ways away from suspecting Shin’s brother… Heheh, how exciting! Come on, don’t disappoint me. You can do it!/

?????: (He runs over with Budo and waves) Wait up, you guys! Heh ^^;

Aya: Hm? o_o (She turns around) Budo! Lovely to see ya >:D And who is your friend? ^3^

Tohru: Mgh…!! @///////@;; (He hides behind Shin and holds his waist)

Naegi: (He smiles) Oh, right! I’m Makoto Naegi. Nice to meet you. I’ve been investigating this case myself and… (He looks at Nagito) H-huh?

Nagito: (He stares at Naegi and drools) …………. Ha… ha… We meet again.. (He takes Naegi’s hands) The soft touch of the hands of hope, I can’t believe I get to hold them again…

Naegi: Oh. K-Komaeda-senpai. ^^;

Nagito: No. Don’t even speak to me, Naegi-kun. I’m not even worthy of your greetings… Why am I even touching you? I’m going to taint you with my ineptitude… (He releases Naegi’s hands)

Naegi: Haha. That’s not true at all. @_@;

Aya: (She claps) Okay! Weirdo hour needs to end! =_= Are you guys coming with to my house? o.o(She looks at Budo and Naegi)

Naegi: (He shakes his head) Actually, I was headed to the gymnasium. There’s something that I need to check out over there… (He thinks) It’s been bothering me. Budo and I were just walking there. (He looks at Tohru) Eh–? @.@;

Tohru: (He glares at Naegi from behind Shin) ………… (He holds Shin’s waist tightly and hisses softly) …

Naegi: (He blinks) /Er, I wonder why he’s glaring at me…/

Aya: Oh, don’t mind him!! Who even is that? I don’t know him~ ^^;

Naegi: R-right… (He looks at Hinata) Hinata-senpai, I’ll talk to you tomorrow and we can go over what we’ve found together. See you! (He walks off with Budo)

Tohru: (He glares at Naegi as he walks away) … /He is walking one eighth of an inch too close to Budo-senpai…!!!/ …. Curse… curse… curse… (He noticed he was holding Shin’s waist and backs away) …….. @///@;;

Aya: Let’s just go already =3=; Come on.

–

Aya: (She opens the door to her house and walks in with everyone) Alright, here we are! Uh, excuse the weirdo death metal in the background >_>

Nagito: (He looks around and cringes) It’s obnoxiously loud.

Tohru: @_@ (He sits down and covers his ears)

Aya: Have a seat you guys. I’ll make something– (She cringes as the guitar and music gets louder) Ugh!! =__= Hold on. We can’t concentrate with this shit. (She stomps down the hallway to ???’s room and bursts the door) HEY!!! TURN THIS FUCKING SHIT DOWN!! >:O

???: (He stops playing the guitar and growls at Aya) FUCK YOU!!! Get the FUCK out of my room, asshole!! (He throws his guitar at Aya)

Aya: We have fucking guests, you little piece of shit!!!!! e__e (She catches the guitar and throws it back at him)

???: Then tell them to FUCK OFF!!! (He catches the guitar and hurls it at Aya)

Aya: (She catches the guitar and sets it down) Hey!! You won’t be acting like a fucking dipshit when I tell you who’s here!

???: (He grips his fist) Watch me, bitch!!

Aya: .__. Will you turn that weird shit down?! What is that, Megadeath or some stupid bullshit?! I can’t even understand what they’re saying!!! =_= (She catches an alarm clock that was thrown at her) What the fuck is wrong with you, Aoi?! e__e;; By the way, you have a practice with your weirdo band, so you’d better go!

Nagito: (He sighs and sits down next to Shin and Hinata) Will the noise stop anytime soon, I wonder?

Tohru: It does not stop in this house… (He holds his head) Ngh…

Aya: Hey!! (She grabs Aoi’s arm and looks at him) Hey dumbass!! Listen to me!! e_e

Aoi: Ha?! (He jerks away from Aya) I don’t have to fucking listen to you!!! (He kicks the stereo and increases the volume) Now GET OUT!! (He glares at Aya)

Aya: Fine!! I guess you don’t care that Hajime-senpai’s here! >_> Hah?! (She puts her hands on her hips)

Aoi: (He blushes) H-Haji–?!…………… (He turns off the stereo) ………D-don’t screw with me. It’s not funny…

Aya: I’m not. Go see for yourself. e__e Are you going to greet him now? You’d better clean up that blood on your face if so. =_= (She points at Aoi) What were you doing fighting again?? And also–

Aoi: (He shoves Aya out of his room then shuts the door and locks it) ……

Aya: o_o Hmp. (She brushes her hands together) I knew that’d do it. (She walks back out to everyone)

Tohru: (He uncovers his ears) Oh… (He sighs) ……

Aya: Now that got that idiot to shut up, we can focus! ^_^ Thanks Hajime-senpai! (She pats his back)

Nagito: (He blinks) Hm? You’re thanking Hajime?

Tohru: H-how on earth did you get him to be quiet… (He fidgets)

Aya: It’s not important! Now where were we? :D Right, making snacks! (She walks into the kitchen) You guys can continue your investigation thingy.

Nagito: (He looks at Shin) You found something? (He looks at the pictures Shin put onto the table) ……… I see… Well, Shin… it looks like you’ve gotten even further than Hajime, huh? Impressive…

Aya: (She listens in) … >_>;

Nagito: (He observes the evidence Hinata put onto the table in front of them) ……… (He picks up a picture and looks at it) ……. /He’s sharp… Heh, this is great! He might even start to piece together Megami’s murder along the way! In that case……. How far could I push him?…How much despair are you really capable of defeating, Hajime??…/ (He holds his arms and laughs quietly) Ahaha…!! (He looks at Hinata) Hajime… You weren’t there at the time this took place, were you? So… of course this is a difficult case. But you’ve already gotten so many vital pieces of imformation! (He laughs)

Tohru: (He holds his head) Ugh… I can’t stand it when you talk…

Aya: (She puts the cantaloupe slices onto a plate) =w=; /That guy… is he still going to blow up the gymnasium…?/

Nagito: (He looks at the evidence and mumbles) Haha……. (He mumbles) ……….. hope will…

Tohru: Wh-what are you even mumbling…

Aya: (She takes the plate over to them and sets it on the table) Here ya go! I’m pretty handy with a knife if I do say so myself~ ^3^

Tohru: ._. (He looks at Aya)

Aya: (She looks at Tohru) What? ^_^

Tohro: (He shakes his head and sighs) ………… I-I must use the restroom… (He walks over to the bathroom and shuts the door)

Aya: Fine then~ I’ll just sit next to Shin =-= (She scoots over to Shin and pets his hair) Yaas… Shin~ Wait no!! (She stops petting him) I’m over that!! I swear to god! =///=” (She grips her fist)

Aoi: …… (He rushes out of his room with his guitar case and avoids eye contact with everyone) …… (He puts his hand on the front door)

Aya: Hold it right there my dumbass brother! :D (She stands up and grabs Aoi’s arm) You didn’t greet everyone! That’s rude! =3=

Aoi: (He grits his teeth and glares at Aya) What??? I’m disturbing everyone, right??! I’m leaving… (He looks at Nagito and gasps) Eh–?!?! (He backs away)

Nagito: …… (He looks at Aoi) Oh.

Aoi: /Th-that guy was…/ (He remembers)

//

Aoi: (He walks down the hallway and grumbles) Fucking asshole teacher… You want me out?? Then I’m fucking out… (He hears voices from the other end of the hallway) !! /Can’t get caught again…/ (He hides behind the wall and peeks out into the hallway)

Nagito: (He walks to the bathroom with Tohru with blood on his overcoat) I guess I’d better hide this uniform jacket…

Tohru: ._. Wh-what am I going to do?? M-my entire uniform… (He looks down at the blood)

Aoi: (He looks at the blood on Tohru and Nagito) …!!! /Wh-what the fuck?! I have to get out of here… like hell I’m going to get involved in this shit…!!/

Nagito: Well, you could just borrow my spare uniform… it might be big on you, but it’s better than nothing… (He glances at Aoi) Someone’s here.

Tohru: (He looks at Aoi and gasps) Nn-n-n-nnngh–??? (He hides behind Nagito)

Aoi: !!!!!! (He runs off) /F-fuck that! I am not about to get murdered!!/

Tohru: Ahh-ahhh– ohhh no, h-he!! Saw! Us!! Aya’s brother!! I’m gonna… th-throw up… (He holds his stomach and walks into the bathroom with Nagito)

Nagito: (He closes the bathroom door and sighs) Don’t worry. That guy, Aoi… (He smiles) I don’t know him well, but it seems like he didn’t want to be a witness…

//

Aoi: ……

Aya: Hey, what’s wrong with you?? =3= (She shakes Aoi’s arm)

Aoi: Wh-what??? I just– (He points at Nagito) That fucker right there–!! He was–! (He noticed Hinata looking at him) …!!! (He turns red and snatches his arm from Aya) Tch– Nothing…! I’m leaving… (He rushes out and slams the door)

Aya: Geez… That idiot… (She shrugs and sits next to Shin) So guys, what have you got so far? ^^; (She takes a slice of cantaloupe and eats it) Hmmhm… (She looks at one of the pictures)

Tohru: (He walks out of the bathroom and sits down) ._.’ …Can I leave yet…

Nagito: (He looks at Hinata) ……Who, Aoi-san? What about him?

Aya: Aoi?? That dumbass isn’t gonna help us figure anything out. =3=;  (She looks at Hinata) Oh… you mean like, maybe he was a witness to something? o__o;

Nagito: Hmm… Is that what you think? Is it because he looked at me strangely, Hajime? Everyone does that.

Aya: That’s true. =3= Well, I doubt he’d talk anyway. He’s stubborn. (She mutters) Unless Hajime-senpai questioned him, I guess…

Nagito: (He looks at Aya) What was that?

Aya: No, no. (She thinks) …Maybe you’re right, actually. What if he’s hiding something? >:D

Nagito: Haha… what makes you say that?

Aya: You see… He’s acting all weird around Hajime-senpai, who is leading the investigation hmmm? Suspicious hmmm? e_e

Tohru: .__.’ R-really… I believe the reason for that is his painfully obvious infatuation with–

Aya: (She covers Tohru’s mouth) No, we should investigate Aoi! I have to know if my idiot brother is a murderer or something!

Tohru: (He looks at Nagito and Aya) /Y-you both know full well he isn’t any sort of murderer… Are we just buying time now…?? Until Nagito is able to set his horrible bombs off…/ (He bites his nail nervously) /Oh… oh god… bombs… oh god…/

Aya: Then, that’s settled. Hajime-senpai, you question him tomorrow. ^_^

Nagito: Well, until then… (He looks at more of the pictures) Let’s continue.

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/Next Day/

Aya: (She sits with Shin Tohru Nagito Reiji and Ibuki and opens her bento) =////= …………

Nagito: What’s that, Aya-san?

Aya: =///////////= ……. Kotomi made it for me…

Nagito: Hm? I couldn’t hear you.

Ibuki: She said Kotomi-sensei made it for her!!! xDDD (She laughs and drinks her soda)

Aya: @////////@ (She trembles and holds the chopsticks) Damn it… This is too cute to eat…!!!

Nagito: Haha. You’d better eat it, or you’ll starve.

Aya: I know!! -/////- Fine, thanks for the food!!! (She claps her hands together)

Ibuki: Hahaha xD (She breathes in) Ahhh! Fresh air on the rooftop! This is the best place to eat! Hey, did you guys hear about what happened to the delinquents that stabbed Budo?! ^^;

Aya: Hm? >_> No, what happened?

Tohru: (He sweats) …… @_@;;;; …

Nagito: They were found dead, right?

Ibuki: Yeah! Man, that’s scary! D: (She drinks her soda) They were killed pretty violently… Apparently the killer cut off their hands before they died. Blughghgh… (She shivers) :S

Aya: Is that so. Wow… o_o;; /Tohru must have been pissed off…/

Nagito: (He smirks) … /Tohru-san was that angry, huh…?/

Tohru: (He glances around nervously and bites his nail) ………………….

Aya: (She continues eating and looks at Tohru) …… Tohru, you better get something for lunch =__= I’ll kill you if you don’t.

Tohru: But… I can’t… (He trembles) I don’t have any money… Nor am I allowed to bring anything f-from… home…

Aya: ^^; Oh yeah… S-sorry, I kinda forgot. Here. Have some of mine. (She holds her lunch box over to Tohru) We’ll share it!

Tohru: No. That was meant for you, was it not… ._.

Aya: Come on, I’m sure she’d want you to eat it too! >:I

Tohru: Uh… n-no thank you… (He fidgets)

Aya: =3= Come on. Do I have to feed you??

Ibuki: Yeah Tohru! You should get some meat on those bones! Akane would kill ya if she were over here!! xD

Tohru: I-I’m going… to the bathroom… (He stands up)

Aya: Tohru? Hey, you’re wobbling. (She sets her lunch down and stands up) We should take you to Kotomi. o__o;

Ibuki: Wh-whoa, Tohru, you okay??? D:

Tohru: (He leans onto Aya and pants) I don’t need to go to the nurse… Wh-what I need is… is…

Aya: (She holds Tohru as he passes out) Nope. We’re taking you there and you are taking a nap and eating something. (She strains) Urgh– There’s no way I can carry you all the way there. I’m pretty sore from training last night… =__= …. (She looks at Reiji) Reiji senpai… I swear he won’t curse you. Please carry him. The worst he’ll do is drool on you. o_o; (She hands Tohru to Reiji)

Nagito: Did something happen? (He blinks) Tohru-san passed out.

Aya: Eh~ He’s just feeling a little under the weather. ^_^; I think. We’ll just drop him off at the nurse’s. C'mon. (She walks off quickly with Reiji)

–

Aya: (She walks into the nurse’s office with Reiji and Tohru) Kotomi? You’ve got a patient o_o;

Tohru: (He clings onto Reiji’s body as he tries to set him down on the bed) Ngh…!! I will stay put exactly where I am… th-thank you. (He squeezes Reiji tightly and whimpers) …

Aya: What are you, an animal at the vet? Sit on the damn bed! =__= Kotomi needs to ask you questions about your health. You’re such a little shit… You’ve never been to the doctor’s for a checkup, right? Come on. I’m worried. Do it for little old me! Aren’t we friends?? e.e

Tohru: Nnnnn-nn-nn…… (He wraps his legs around Reiji and trembles) I d-do not need a checkup… Goodbye… We are leaving…

Aya: (She removes Tohru from Reiji and puts him on the bed) There. ^^;

Tohru: (He grabs Reiji’s hand and pulls him over) Ngh…

Aya: Let go of Reiji-senpai’s hand. =_=

Tohru: No… Reiji-senpai… will take me away from here, the ninth circle of hell… Inferno, Dante… (He looks down as Kotomi takes out her clipboard) …

Aya: (She shakes her head) Then he might have to stay here huh? :/

Tohru: …No… He is leaving, and as am I… R-right… senpai… (He grips his fist as Reiji sits down next to him) Fngh…! H-how dare you betray me…?! (He looks away)

Aya: Great, this works out! Checkup time, Tohru! ^^ Finally!

Tohru: (He trembles and shakes his head as Kotomi approaches) @_@; P-please… I do not want needles… needles…

Aya: ^^; Okay! Question time, right?

Tohru: (He looks at Kotomi and blinks as she asks him a question) … Uhm… I am allergic to almonds……… (He thinks as Kotomi asks him a question) …… I-I do not smoke cigarettes nor drink alcohol, b-but I live in an environment where both are present daily… (He looks up at Kotomi as she asks a question) …… Huh…? …… I… have schizophrenia… (He blushes as she asks another question) Um… .////.

Aya: Sexually active?? :D The only thing Tohru’s ever had is the huge dildo that I saw in his closet.

Tohru: A-A-Aya…….!!!!! @////////////////////@;;;

Aya: What? I’m just saying, that thing is like 5 inches thick and 10 inches long. You’re so small, I’m surprised you can fit it in your– ^___^

Tohru: (He holds his head and trembles) Will you p-please stop speaking of my private objects… .////////.“

Aya: Heh. Moving on! What’s next, Kotomi? :3 …. Mhm. Tohru, go ahead and stand along the wall. ^^ I wonder if you’ve grown?

Tohru: Doubtful… (He stands along the wall and allows Kotomi to measure him)

Aya: Oooh, 5 whole feet! Did you grow an inch? :3

Tohru: No… ._.

Aya: Really? I think you did! :D Now step on the scale.

Tohru: (He sighs and steps onto the scale) .__. More doubt…

Aya: … 37 kilos? Seriously? =w= (She shakes her head) I should start making you eat.

Tohru: (He steps off of the scale) Okay… A-am I finished… m-may I leave… @_@’ (He fidgets)

Aya: Hmm… Is he? ^^ (She looks at Kotomi) …… Oh! Gonna need to draw some blood, huh? Yeah, I guess we don’t know Tohru’s blood type. That’s kind of important if he needs a blood transfusion or something. Right? o.o

Tohru: …? (He looks at Kotomi as she takes out the needle) Mgh….?!! Q___Q (He crawls underneath the bed)

Aya: =w= Senpai, if you would.

Tohru: …!! (He trembles as Reiji pulls him out from under the bed) H… how… d-dare you… betray me twice…!!! That’s it… I-I will curse you until you die and thenceforth…!!

Aya: Tohru, come on, this is for your own good! ^^; Just sit down~ Do you need to hold someone’s hand? o-o Hold senpai’s hand. He’s your friend too ya know. ^^

Tohru: (He trembles more as Reiji sits him down) ……… (He looks at Kotomi as she holds his arm and prepares it) ;;;____;;; …N-nghhh…………… (He shakes and grabs Reiji’s wrist with his free hand) ……. (He looks as Reiji holds his hand) ;__; …Nmh…? It will be okay…?? How do you know that… wh-what if I die…

Nagito: (He walks in with Shin and waves) Hey… we were just checking up on you guys. What’s going on?

Aya: Oh, you two. We’re just giving Tohru a checkup! He’s never had one before. :O

Nagito: He’s never… had a checkup before? I guess that would explain why he’s crying.

Tohru: (He sniffles and looks at Shin) Oh… Sh… Shin-kun……? (He gasps as Kotomi puts the needle into his arm) A-a-ahhhhhh…?! I-I am going to die…!!! (He grips Reiji’s hand tightly)

Aya: No you’re not. Stay still. =w=; You really needed this checkup! It’s going great! (She looks at Reiji) Haha, are you okay senpai? I know, Tohru’s grip is killer… ^^;

Tohru: (He looks away from the needle) Ahh… Mmnh… Q_____Q I want it to stop…! (He trembles and squeezes Reiji’s hand tighter)

Aya: There there, Tohru. ^^; And…….. (She smiles as Kotomi takes out the needle) All finished! :3

Tohru: I… it’s done…? (He hiccups as Kotomi bandages his arm) ;____; What kind of bandage is this…? (He looks at the bandage) … Th-this dog on my bandage… is wearing a police hat…… (He blushes)

Aya: You like the Paw patrol band aid, Tohru? ^____^

Tohru: …………Yes…

Aya: Good!!  ^^ Now you’re all done.

Tohru: (He holds his arms) Am I done… m-may I be excused now…

Aya: You need to rest here. You literally passed out earlier and you look paler than usual. e_e Also, you need to eat something.

Tohru: N-no… I do not need to do any of that… (He fidgets)

Aya: Well, too bad, because that’s what you’re going to do. ^-^ Now then! (She hands the clipboard to Kotomi) I guess that’s that… (She hears heels clicking in the hallway) Huh? o.o

Nicu: (He opens the door) What room is this??? ^__^ Oh it’s the nurse! (He walks in and look around) Wow~ It smells like blood. I’m hungry… >->

Aya: (She looks at Nicu) O_______O ……………. Is that…

Nicu: Hm? (He looks at Aya and Kotomi) Hiiiii! Can you tell me where my fan is? See~ He sent me this letter~ ^^ (He holds the letter) Look how cute it is~

Tohru: Wh-who is that… ._. Why must he wear shoes so loudly… he is just like Shin’s loud shoe brother… click clack click clack click… u-ugh… (He holds his head)

Aya: Are you… Nicu… von Liembach… @/////////@ (She trembles)

Nicu: Mhmmm. ^3^ I see. Are you my fan too? (He puts his hands on his hips)

Aya: A little! >///> I-I guess… (She folds her arms)

Nicu: Awww, you’re in denial! (He strokes Aya’s cheek) That’s soooo cute!

Aya: =//////////= Um… sure… (She holds her cheek that Nicu touched) /I’ll never wash this cheek again…/

Nicu: (He looks at Reiji and Shin) Hm? Do you want something from me? (He looks at Shin) You’re his brother?! Oh!! (He grips his fists) I’m so excited!!! I could like, scream!! He and I write each other so much! (He hugs Shin) Precious brother~ ;~; (He sniffs Shin) ……. ^///^ ….. (He steps away) Sorry, I should step away before I bite you~ (He looks at Reiji) Did you say something? I couldn’t hear you, boy. … Hmmmm? You’re mumbling! And you’re red. How cute! ^^ (He pinches Reiji’s cheek) ……. (He looks at Tohru) …….. ?

Tohru: …? (He looks at Nicu)

Nicu: … (He screams) AHHH!! ;__;

Tohru: Wh… why? ._. Am I that ugly…

Nicu: No~ No!!! You-you… you’re… CUTE!! (He sits on the bed next to Tohru and hugs him) I’ve never seen such a sad little face! I just want to kiss it~ ^3^

Tohru: Ugh!! @__@ Who are you…?! Unhand me…

Nicu: Who am I?! ;3; Aw… my fragile heart… (He strokes Tohru’s hair) Well, I forgive you… My name is Nicu and I’ve been in, oh, I don’t know, like hundreds of movies? ^^ Music videos? Magazines? Maybe you’ve seen me in porno mags? Are you a little naughty boy? :3

Tohru: ……. ._. ………

Nicu: ;-; ……. Hmmm? Well, are you? (He strokes Tohru’s cheek)

Aya: (She bows to Nicu) S-sorry, Nicu! My friend here isn’t up-to-date with much of anything. o__o;;

Nicu: That’s fine. He’s my fan now whether he likes it or not. (He releases Tohru) Come on, tell me, what’s your name? ^^

Tohru: I don’t know. C-can you get away from me now… (He scoots away from Nicu)

Aya: Tohru! x_x You can’t just say that…!

Nicu: Tohru?! ^^ Your name is Tohru?! Oh my gawd, I love it! (He holds Tohru’s face) I think I’m going to keep you. How much do you cost?

Tohru: Wh-why don’t you keep your fan that you are searching for… He would be far more appreciative…

Nicu: Oh, I can’t keep him. He’s a fiesty little thing~ Like me~ You can’t just keep him! ^///^ But I wouldn’t mind going shopping with him… So, Tohru? 2 million? I’ll give you that much if you just live with me forever~ ^3^ (He holds Tohru)

Aya: D-dude! Fucking Tohru is so lucky…!!! =/////=;

Tohru: (He fidgets and squirms out of Nicu’s grip) @_@ … I sincerely decline… and I’ll be leaving now… (He stands up and walks out) …….

Aya: Really?! Tohru! Get your ass back in here! D:

Nicu: But…!! But… :C (He lies on the bed) Nothing is going my way… ;-; (He lifts his leg) Tohru won’t be mine… I can’t find my darling Shino… Hmph…!

Tohru: (He walks down the hallway)  …… (He bumps into Akim and looks up at him) @_______@ ……Wh-what are you… a tower…? (He sighs as Akim questions him) … Oh… Yes… Y-your annoying celebrity is in the nurse’s office complaining… Also, he attempted to purchase me for 2 million dollars… (He holds his head and walks off) Ngh…

Nicu: (He looks at Akim as he enters the nurse’s office) Akim!! (He stands up) Can you like, go away? :S I can look around this place without you bossing me around like a grandma… Geez… >3>

Aya: Oh. Is that your security guard? o_o He’s tall…

Nicu: Yeah, this is Akim, my big handsome security man! ^u^ (He folds his arms as Akim speaks) Hmm? S-so what if I tried to buy a kid for 2 million dollars? ^^; I just really wanted him! Didn’t you see how cute he was?!? You’d buy him too, just admit it. >n>

Aya: Heh heh… He should have taken the offer. ^///^; (She looks around) ……. o_o; (She whispers to Shin) Hey, where’d Nagito go? e_e I always get nervous when he’s gone… I realize that he’s kind of dangerous… =__=;

Nicu: Well, it’s been fun, but I’m going to look for my darling Shino. ^^ (He drags Akim along and walks out) Byebye!

Aya: Oh yeah, see ya… o///o;; (She kneels down and gasps) I can’t believe he’s real… =/////=;;

–

Aya: (She scratches her head with her fake sword and sits on the throne prop) =-= Hey, where’s Watanabe sensei? This break is taking forever.

Ilima: Hmm… Maybe he is speaking with the other teachers?

Ibuki: (She strums her banjo) It’s 4 o'clock folks! :O

Aya: (She stands up) Well, while Watanabe’s out, I’m gonna get me a goddamn snack =__= I’m hungry. (She walks out and bumps into Tohru) Oh!!… (She looks down at Tohru) o.o You’re here?!

Ilima: Is that Tohru? How odd, he hardly shows up to drama class.

Tohru: I-I thought I would wait for you… since I do not want to go home… (He looks at Aya)

Aya: What a surprise!! ^_^ (She hugs Tohru and squeezes him) Well, come on in! You can watch us rehearse!

Tohru: (He hugs Aya and blinks) …Rehearse what…

Aya: Ah right, you have no idea ^_^ (She releases Tohru) It’s kind of a medieval play! See. (She pokes Tohru with the fake sword) I’m a knight. >:D

Tohru: I see… Well, I am relieved I didn’t join… ._.’

Aya: What is that supposed to mean? =3= (She looks at Reiji and Ryu as they enter) Hey! You two are late! e_e …Well, at least you showed up. ^^

Sonia: Everyone! Watanabe sensei will return shortly. He said he had some business to attend to. (She thinks) And although he had quite a strange grin while he said this, I believe him. I think. ^^;

Aya: Well, while we’re waiting on Watanabe’s creepy ass, I’m gonna get a snack. >_> Ilima, Tohru, you coming with?

Ilima: Ah, sorry, but I must dedicate my time to finishing my project. (He puts his hands on his hips) I am nearly finished with the final dress for Shin. (He smiles) I think you’ll all quite enjoy it. Now, if you’ll excuse me. I will put the finishing touches on while you all are occupied. (He walks backstage)

Aya: R-really?! o/////o

Tohru: ./////. Mhn… Where is Shin… I have something to give to him in private… (He squirms and moans) Nnnn… I-it will only take 5 minutes… (He looks around) Where could he be…?

Aya: (She smacks Tohru’s head) I thought you calmed down! -w-

Tohru: !! I-I……. (He pulls on his hair) Ngh… I-I did it again… I’m so disgusting… S-such a filthy pervert…

Aya: Yeah you are. =w= I’m going to get a snack before we start. Tohru, I’ll get you one too and you better eat it or I’ll kill you. :D (She walks out with her fake sword)

Tohru: Then I suppose I have no choice… @_@ (He bumps into Reiji and looks up at him) ._.’ …….Oh… H-hello senpai… I apologize for threatening to curse you until you died earlier… (He looks down) Are we still friends…

Sonia: (She looks at Watanabe as he walks in) Oh, sensei! You have returned. A believe a few students left to the restroom. Shall we wait for them? ^^

–

Ilima: (He lifts a prop with ????? and sets it down backstage) There… All right, that is everything. Thank you, Michi. Make sure you’ve put all the lights away.

Michi: (He holds his back) S-sure thing! Phew… (He walks out onto the stage and grabs his bag)

Ilima: (He picks up his  bag and puts it on his shoulder) Are you straining yourself too much? If so, I could always find someone else to help me…

Michi: Wha– no! I mean… I’ll be fine! .///.’ I’ll go put the lights away. (He rushes off)

Ilima: …? Very well. (He walks down from the stage) Good work today, everyone. (He notices Shin in the dressing room) Hm? (He walks over to him and smiles as he tries to untie the back to his dress) Are you having trouble? (He chuckles as Shin jumps) I’m sorry. Here, I’ll untie it. I may have tied it a bit too tight in the first place. (He unties the knot on the back of Shin’s dress) … There. …Mhm. You are very welcome. … (He steps back and puts his hands on his hips) Shin, I just want to make sure… you are comfortable with your part, no? If you are not, I will change anything for you. ……… I see. Well, I’m glad you are not uncomfortable. But please tell me if something bothers you. (He smiles) Then, I will let you get changed… I’ll see you tomorrow. (He pinches Shin’s cheek lightly and walks out)

Nagito: (He passes Ilima and bumps into him) Oh– Sorry, prince Ilima. I’m such an idiot. Bumping into royalty like that… Do you want to execute me?

Ilima: (He folds his arms) Execute? Komaeda-san, I am not some sort of heinous villain…

Nagito: Haha… I see. I guess I was wrong. Anyway, I’m just going to go in here for a minute… (He walks into the dressing room and shuts the door)

Ilima: … (He looks back at the dressing room in concern) … (He shakes his head and walks over to Watanabe and Sonia) Has everyone left for the day?

Sonia: Yes! Well, except for just a few. (She stacks a few papers and smiles) I do enjoy being an assistant.

Aya: (She walks over to them) Yo, think fast! (She tosses a juice box to Sonia, Ilima and Watanabe)

Sonia: (She catches the juice box) Wow! Thank you, how very generous of Aya. (She giggles as Watanabe was hit in the face) Are you all right, sensei? ^^;

Ilima: (He catches the juice box) Yes, thank you very much, Aya.

Aya: You’re welcome. (She scratches her head) Hey, anyway, there’s some tall guy here… He’s here to pick you up, Ilima o_o;

Ilima: Oh, yes. That would be my coach. (He looks as ???? walks over) Coach Kurosawa. (He bows slightly)

Kurosawa: (He approaches Ilima) Are you ready for practice? We must practice for a few hours longer than usual today. (He hands Ilima his gym bag)

Ilima: Ah… r-right. (He sighs softly and takes the bag) Yes, yes. I am ready.

Aya: o-o What sport is your pretty ass playing, Ilima?

Ilima: (He blinks) My… I’m sorry?

Kurosawa: Olympic figure skating. He will be competing against Viktor Nikiforov this weekend.

Aya: …….. WHAT?! O___O How come I didn’t know that?!

Ilima: Sorry… When I am at school, I do not like to focus on skating.

Aya: (She looks at Ryu and Reiji as they approach) A-are you guys hearing this? Viktor Nikiforov… that famous Russian skater guy! Ilima’s competing against that! o_o Dude what channel are you gonna be on?! Where are you going?! Russia??

Ilima: (He smiles) No, no. The first part of the tournament will be held a few cities away from here. We aren’t sure about next month’s, however.

Aya: Man… I wish we could go. (She frowns)

Ilima: Yes, I do too… Oh, wait, perhaps you can! Right? Coach Kurosawa? (He looks at Kurosawa) Can’t they?

Aya: Really?!? :D

Kurosawa: ……. (He sighs) Yes, of course. Any seven people that the athlete chooses may receive a ticket, courtesy of the coordinators. (He looks at Ilima) You have three remaining guests. I ask that you choose wisely.

Ilima: (He smiles at Aya, Ryu and Reiji) Then, I will give the remaining tickets to you three. The tournament is this weekend. Will that be acceptable?

Aya: (She fist pumps) Woohoo! Now I’m pumped!! Hell yeah I’ll go! ^_^

Kurosawa: Very well. We will provide you three the necessary transportation and you will each get a hotel room. Thank you for joining us. (He opens his planner and takes out the tickets) Here you are. (He hands one to Aya, Ryu and Reiji) I will have Ailani send you more details later.

Aya: Wh-whoa… that’s very cool of you. O_O (She puts the ticket in her pocket) Wait, who’s Ailani? @_@

Ilima: Ailani? That is my surname. (He smiles)

Aya: …. WHAT?! Are you hawaiian or something? @__@; I can’t believe I didn’t know that…

Ilima: (He laughs) Do not worry about it, Aya! I am not offended at all.

Kurosawa: (He puts his planner away) Now then. We will be leaving. Hurry along, Ailani. (He walks out)

Ilima: Yes, sir. (He smiles at Aya Ryu and Reiji) Thank you so much. This will be the first time my friends attend one of my performances! I am so excited I can hardly stand it!

Aya: No problem!! Heh. You’ll hear us in the crowd. We’ll be cheering you on! :D

Ilima: I am looking forward to it. I will see you all tomorrow at school. (He remembers) Oh, right. Ryu, you are the only one without my cell phone number. (He takes out a small notepad and writes in it) I will send everyone details about the trip tonight. (He hands the note to Ryu) ……? (He tilts his head as Ryu hesitates) Yes. I am giving it to you. (He smiles as he takes it)

Aya: (She snickers) Pfff e3e Smooth dude…

Ilima: Now, I want you all to be ready for opening night tomorrow. (He looks at them excitedly) We will have the best act yet! And you, Reiji… since you are not in the play, you must be a fantastic audience member. (He smiles at Reiji)

Aya: That’s right. You better fuckin’ cheer for us e_e Can I have a pringle? (She takes a chip from Reiji and eats it)

Ilima: Okay, I really must get to practice now. Goodbye! (He hugs all three of them)

Aya: @////@ !! /He smells so good… Coconut and Shea butter… and hibiscus… This dreamy motherfucker!!/ (She shakes her head) Er– yeah, bye! You take care of yourself Ilima. Get some good rest tonight. ^_^

Ilima: (He releases them and chuckles) I wish the same for you all. Bye, then. (He waves and walks out)

Aya: (She folds her arms and glances at Ryu) …… I see you looking at Ilima pretty ass. =3= You should ask him out tomorrow. Seriously! You got that number too! >:D (She slaps Ryu’s back)

– –

Forrest: (He walks out of the shop with Ingrid) I see! Well, perhaps your horse has met mine. I am a troubadour. She is around here somewhere… (He looks at ???? as she grazes with Ingrid’s horse) Oh, will you look at that? (He looks at Ingrid) That is your horse? Hehe… she looks much stronger than mine. I suppose that’s because you are a knight, no? (She waves at ????) Ethlyn!

Ethlyn: (She lifts her head and looks at Forrest and Ingrid) …?

Forrest: (He smiles) How darling, look at the way they get along… (He looks at Ingrid) Ah, right, you asked if I lived around here. W-well… not exactly… ^^;

Camilla: (She sneaks up behind Forrest and covers his eyes) Hee hee… Guess who?

Forrest: Ah!! (He turns around and bumps into Camilla’s boobs) A-auntie Camilla! @_@; (He backs away) You frightened me!

Camilla: You’re so cute when you’re frightened. But I’m sorry, darling. (She pouts and looks at Indgrid) Who are you? You’re just as cute as my little nephew here… (She gasps) Oh my… You aren’t Leo’s long lost daughter are you? How dare he keep secrets from me?

Forrest: Actually, auntie, this is my friend Ingrid. He is a lot like me.

Camilla: Oh, is that so? I’m glad you have such cute friends… (She strokes Ingrid’s hair) Well, may I invite you to Nohr sometime? You’re so cute I could just eat you up. Mmm… (She blinks as Ingrid questions) Hmm? Yes, the kingdom of Nohr. I am princess Camilla of Nohr. (She cuddles Forrest) And this is my cutie pie nephew, Prince Forrest. His father is my brother, Prince Leo of Nohr. (She tilts her head) Did he not tell you?

Forrest: (He looks down) Um… I’m sorry for not elaborating earlier. (He shakes his head as Ingrid bows) No no, Ingrid! >n< What did you say yourself about us being friends? (He stands Ingrid up) I will not allow us to be divided! Not when I finally have a good friend like you! (He holds Ingrid’s hands and sighs) Oh… I did not mean to shout. But I’m serious! I will seriously not allow it!

Camilla: Mhm. Since you are a knight, deary, also. (She taps Ingrid’s nose) In Nohr, we treat our knights with utmost respect. We are all practically family.

Forrest: (He nods) Yes. That’s right! (He releases Ingrid’s hands) Well, as good as it feels to get that off of my chest… I did want to keep it a secret… Well, I suppose it’s only fair. You did reveal your secret to me too. ^^

Sully: (She walks over to Forrest with Volt) Hey! Forrest! You closing up shop?

Forrest: Hello, Sully, miss Volt. Yes, I have just closed up shop… (He sighs) To be honest, I think I will take the weekend off…

Sully: Oh yeah? Good. You deserve yourself a break. (She looks at Ingrid) …? Huh. You Forrest’s relative?

Forrest: (He giggles) N-no, actually. I wonder why everyone thinks we are related, Ingrid… ^^; Even auntie Camilla thought so.

Camilla: Well, you do share a striking resemblance.

Sully: Yeah. You’re both guys, too, so… (She looks at Ingrid) Heh. Don’t ask me how I knew that. I just have a sense for these things.

Forrest: Sully, what are you doing here? :0 Were you not taking Volt home?

Sully: Huh? Oh yeah… about that… we’re gonna start living together. S-so…

Forrest: (He trembles) Wh-what?! ^/////^ Will you be getting married?!

Sully: H-hey, give me some time! .///. I’m working on it!

Forrest: (He bounces) How darling… ;////;

Camilla: (She leans down to Volt and pats her head) Aren’t you adorable. I just want to kiss that little face. ^^

Sully: (She holds Volt’s hand) Just because you’re a princess doesn’t mean I won’t fight you, Lady Camilla. >_>;

Camilla: Awww~ (She folds her arms) I just want to give her a little kiss. That’s all. What about a hug? Hmm? Pretty pwease? (She pouts and looks at Volt) …… Oh? You will let me hug you? How lovely. Thank you~

Sully: ._. Fine… but that’s all. No more, you got me?!

Camilla: Yes, ma'am. (She hugs Volt) Mmm… You are just as soft as I imagined.

Forrest: (He blinks as Camilla’s boobs crushed Volt) Ummm, auntie… I believe you are crushing her a bit.

Camilla: (She releases Volt) I’m sorry, sweetie… Well, then… you two are headed to Ylisse? How wonderful. Don’t worry, Volt, dear. The shepherds will welcome you with open arms~ They are just wonderful people…

Sully: (She smiles) Yeah, everyone’ll be happy to have you. (She pats Volt’s head) Let’s get going then. See you guys later. (She salutes Forrest Ingrid and Camilla)

Forrest: Goodbye! Do take care.

Camilla: Aw… byebye~ (She sighs as Volt and Sully leave) …Hmhm. Volt is so cute… I could hardly contain myself. (She frowns) Well, well, it’s about time for me to leave too. You two… (She squeezes Ingrid and Forrest) Please visit me soon… Will you?

Forrest: (He was crushed with Ingrid) W-we will, auntie! We promise! @//@; (He hugs Camilla gently)

Camilla: (She releases them) You’d better keep your promise, dearies. Or I’ll hunt you down and kiss your cheeks. (She struts off and waves) Byebye then~

Forrest: (He waves) Take care, auntie Camilla! (He smiles at Ingrid) Hehe. I apologize. She is a bit much, isn’t she? (He smiles at Ethlyn as she and Ingrid’s horse walked over) Hello, you two. Are you finished grazing?

Ethlyn: (She rubs her head on Forrest’s arm)

Forrest: (He pets Ethlyn’s head gently) Say, Ingrid, I wonder if it would be alright… could you perhaps escort me to the castle? I would just like to see if I can’t establish some sort of peace between Nohr and the Eastern kingdom. To be honest, my grandfather, Nohr’s king, is a bit cold towards you all… I wonder if I could convince them that Nohr means no harm. (He looks at Ingrid) I-it’s no problem at all if not. I would not be surprised if you were even a bit suspicious of me. My grandfather has been so hateful to the Eastern kingdom, after all… (He frowns) I apologize…

– –

Vernon: (He folds his arms and looks at Wisely) F-friends with benefits?! N-nah. Not happening. =/////=; I mean, you cute and all but…

Keaton: (He blushes and holds Maasaki’s waist) Gr… You can’t just say that Maasaki… (He growls) …You’re making me feel w-weird…… ./////.’ (He squeezes his waist and rubs against his back) …

Vernon: (He looks at Maasaki and Keaton) You good over there?

Keaton: Grrr… I can’t hold it in. Sorry about this… (He picks up Maasaki) …… (He takes him down the hallway)

Vernon: Hmm? Them too? (He pushes Wisely’s face away) Not havin it, bro. Look, I’m serious. -///-’ I’m supposed to be finding a wife anyway. Or something… Continue the royal bloodline or whatever the fuck… I don’t give a fuck.

??????: (He appears in front of them) ……

Vernon: (He looks at ??????) Eh–? O-oh shit. (He bows) Uhh, hey father. What’s good bro? (He laughs nervously)

??????: …“What is good”, is that your time to find a mate has expired… surely you have found one by now.

Vernon: Huh?! I was being timed?! What the fuck is that shit?

??????: (He glares at Vernon) You dare speak to me with such language? I am Leandro, Duke of Stormview. Just because you are my son does not mean you are any better than a civilian!! (He smacks Vernon)

Vernon: (He rubs his cheek) =_=; Fuck…

Leandro: If you do not have a wife by the end of this month, I will choose for you. If you still refuse, then I will execute you.

Vernon: What?! =__=;;

Leandro: Do not act surprised. You are a disappointment as you are… but refusing to marry and have offspring… you are more worthless than dirt. You are not even my son.

Vernon: Fine, fine! I fucking get it… I’ll find a wife or whatever. I swear to god.

Leandro: Tch… empty words coming from you. Do not disappoint me. (He glares at Vernon then disappears)

Vernon: ……… (He facepalms) Shit… Like hell I’m getting married!! Fuuuuck… (He kneels down and holds his head) I am so fucked… That’s it, I’m done. I’ll fake my death… live under the name Anthony. Yeah yeah, that’s a good one. Totally suits me… I’ll lay off the alcohol… Become an assassin or some shit… This’ll work. (He stands up and looks at Wisely as he speaks) …….D-don’t question my shit Wisely. .__.” Look bro… my dad doesn’t fuck around. He will actually end my sorry ass life. I should get started on dropping from the face of the earth… (He looks around) Right… How the fuck do I get out of here?

– –

??????: (He walks through the forest with his bow) …….. (He looks around) … Tch… they’re not here either.

?????? 2: Ummm… Takumi… Are you sure we should be in this forest? Th-this is… so close to Naomasa Ii’s land…

Takumi: So what? I’ll fight him if I see him. And I’ll beat him before Ryoma even gets close. Sakura, you’re lagging behind. Come on, hurry up. (He walks faster)

Sakura: Big brother… p-p-please wait… (She follows him quickly) W-we shouldn’t go any farther… Ryoma will come home on his own… ;-;

Ryoma: (He walks with Scarlet Yoshitsugu and Yuu and looks around) …. (He stops) Hm? Did you hear something?

Chrissy: (She stands close to Scarlet and snorts) >^> /Hmmm? Friend or foe?~/

Sakura: (She gasps as she spots Ryoma) B-big brother… and Scarlet…!  ;~; (She runs over to them and hugs Ryoma and Scarlet) Oh th-thank goodness! D-do you need to be healed…? (She releases them and holds her staff)

Ryoma: Sakura?! What are you doing here? Please tell me you did not come to search for us.

Sakura: Um… w-well… Takumi did… When big sister Hinoka was occupied with guarding the palace… s-so I followed him just in case he got hurt…

Ryoma: (He sighs as Takumi walks over) Takumi. Why did you come after us? We said we would be fine.

Takumi: (He puts his bow away and folds his arms) It had been 2 days! What was I going to do, just sit there?! Plus, Hinoka kept bossing me around…

Ryoma: I understand your worry, but still… You need to listen to me when I tell you to stay.

Takumi: (He pouts) …… Fine.

Ryoma: Don’t pout. It’s not fitting for a prince.

Takumi: I’m not pouting!

Ryoma: (He chuckles) Right… (He looks at Scarlet as she speaks) ……. Hm? Of course I went to find you the night you did not return. At first I thought you had changed your mind about staying, but… I just wanted to make sure. That is all.

Takumi: Scarlet, you had Ryoma pacing. It was amusing to see him strung out like that. (He shakes his head) But seriously, are you brave or just stupid? Why would you go into that forest to train when there was a fight going on?

Ryoma: It was not her fault. Now come. We’ll return home and see how Hinoka is doing. (He walks with everyone)

Sakura: (She looks down) I feel so guilty for leaving Hinoka. I sh-shouldn’t have went with Takumi… (She follows them)

Takumi: (He rolls his eyes) You could have just stayed you know. (He walks with them) …… (He looks at Yoshitsugu) …Wait. What are you doing here? Aren’t you always at the library or something? Can you even fight?? Or talk?

Ryoma: You should be more polite, Takumi. Yoshitsugu is a powerful warrior. He may even outmatch Naomasa and I.

Takumi: Uh huh, really?……….. (He furrows his brow as they walk) … (He stops and looks around) ……Ugh. Not again…

Sakura: Takumi? A-are you okay?

Ryoma: What’s wrong? (He stops and looks at Takumi)

Takumi: (He takes out his bow) Someone’s here.

Ryoma: What? (He takes out his sword) Show yourself!

Sakura: (She hides behind Chrissy and Scarlet) ;~; Oh no…

????: (He cackles and appears in front of them) Well hello, you Hoshidan brats.

Takumi: Iago?! You putrid Nohrian filth!! (He grips his bow and forms the glowing arrow)

Ryoma: Takumi, calm down. If he has come to fight, we can take him. (He nods to Scarlet and Yoshitsugu) Right?

Iago: Oh, but it is not me who will fight you. (He takes out his tome and summons countless giant monsters) King Garon’s orders! (He grins at Scarlet) By the way, I heard you’re a new recruit. Well, here’s just a small taste of your opponents. Now have fun. (He takes out his spellbook and disappears)

monsters: (They approach the group and growl)

Ryoma: These are called faceless. They are monsters summoned from Iago’s dark magic. (He looks at Scarlet) Steady now. This will be your first real fight with us. (He smiles) I’ve got your back.

Sakura: And I-I’ll heal you… if you get hurt! (She smiles at Scarlet)

Ryoma: Your comrades are perhaps the most important thing to have in battle. (He looks at Yuu and Yoshitsugu as they stand with them) All right, on the count of–

Takumi: (He pushes past Ryoma and the others) Out of the way!! (He runs into the hoard of faceless and shoots them)

Sakura: (She squeaks) @-@ O-oh my goodness.

Chrissy: /Is that boy insane?!/ D:

Ryoma: Takumi! Stop being reckless!

Takumi: (He jumps onto one of the faceless and shoots a faceless as it ran towards Ryoma) YOU stop being slow!! (He jumps down and shoots the faceless he was on) Hurry up and start fighting! We don’t have all day!

Ryoma: (He sighs and glances at Scarlet) One of the first rules… You musn’t rush into battle. And you must think before you act. However… Hah!! (He pushes his sword through one of the faceless as it approaches) It seems to work well for Takumi. Sometimes. (He pulls his sword out of the faceless) Sakura, stay near Scarlet and I.

Sakura: O-okay! (She follows Ryoma and Scarlet)

Chrissy: (She neighs and stands beside Scarlet) /Let’s fight, darling!~ For once, I don’t mind getting my hooves dirty!/ ^^

Takumi: (He was struck by one of the faceless) Ugh!! (He falls over and coughs) … (He stands up and grips his bow angrily) Oh, that’s IT! (He aims his bow at the faceless) … (He blinks as Yoshitsugu defeated the faceless before he could shoot) … What the…? (He jumps as he noticed Yoshitsugu next to him) Wha–?! When did YOU get there?!… I had it covered!

Ryoma: (He stands beside Scarlet and guides her through the battle) Good, you’re doing well. Keep your guard up. (He turns as a faceless ran toward him and sliced it) Hrh!

Takumi: (He shot a faceless as Yoshitsugu was about to defeat it) …. Hmph! See? I win.  …….  (He glares at Yoshitsugu as he speaks) Tch– W-well it is a competition now! You started it! In fact, I want to spar with you, right now!!….. (He blushes furiously) … Why not?!

Ryoma: (He looks around cautiously) All right… that seems to be all of them. (He looks at Scarlet) I’m proud of you. You fought courageously. (He smiles)

Sakura: (She runs over to Yuu and heals his wound) A-are you okay? Here… (She finishes healing his wound then runs over to Chrissy) Y-you have a scratch there… It’s bleeding. ;~; (She heals Chrissy with her staff)

Chrissy: (She snorts softly) /Oh… Phew!/ (She nuzzles Sakura) /Thank you dear!/

Sakura: (She giggles) :>

Ryoma: (He puts his blade into his sheath) We should keep moving. (He looks at Yoshitsugu as he walks over) Yoshitsugu. I overheard Takumi trying to challenge you. I apologize. He can be very competitive, even towards me.

Takumi: I’m right here you know… (He secures his bow to his belt) Anyway, I killed the most of Iago’s disgusting mutants. You’re welcome.

Ryoma: It wasn’t a competition, Takumi… We were fighting to defend ourselves. You need to keep that in mind.

Takumi: Defend ourselves? Those things weren’t even worthy of being training dummies. (He holds his arm and hisses in pain) Ugh…

Ryoma: (He looks at the wound on Takumi’s arm) Hm? Are you hurt?

Takumi: I-I’m not! This is nothing! Let’s go already. (He leads the group) The sun will go down in about an hour. Stop dragging your feet!

Ryoma: (He sighs) I suppose you’re right. Come on, everyone. (He follows Takumi with the group)

Chrissy: (She allows Scarlet to mount her and follows the group) /That prince Takumi is such a bossy brat~ … I kind of want to pull a little prank on him./ ^3^ (She neighs)

–

/Next Day/

Ryoma: (He adjusts Scarlet’s stance) Good. Then, you must hold this position for a few seconds. ……. And… now, switch. (He nods as Scarlet switches her position) Yes, that’s excellent. Well done.

Sakura: (She walks over to the training grounds with a box) Big brother! Scarlet! I-I have something for you… (She bows to them)

Ryoma: Hello. What is it, Sakura? (He pats her head)

Sakura: W-well… (She hands the box to Ryoma) Takumi said he wanted you and Scarlet t-to have something to eat… while you’re training… (She looks down in doubt) He r-really, really wants you to try it… but…

Ryoma: (He cautiously takes the box) … I understand. We will attempt to eat them. I will be sure to thank him later.

Sakura: Um… good luck… (She bows) W-well, I have to go finish my homework… (She walks off quickly)

Ryoma: (He bows slightly) You take care, sister. (He glances looks as Takumi approaches) Hm? Takumi, you’re here?

Takumi: (He carries Kaden by his scarf) Intruder. (He throws Kaden on the ground in front of Ryoma)

Kaden: (He whines) Heeeey! ;~; You ruined my scarf! (He fixes his scarf) And my fur is all messy thanks to you! (He combs his tail)

Takumi: Quiet, intruder!!!

Kaden: Owwww. Your voice is too loud. My wittle ears. (He holds his tail)

Ryoma: (He shakes his head) Takumi, we should hear him out. Did you even give him a chance to explain?

Takumi: (He folds his arms) I don’t need to hear his petty excuse!

Kaden: But!! (He sits up and crosses his legs) I just got lost, that’s all! :C

Takumi: (He scoffs) Ha! A likely story!

Kaden: (He whines) Why don’t you believe meeee! You’re way stubborn! (He stands up and looks at Scarlet) Hm? …… See? Pretty lady believes me! :S

Ryoma: Yes, and I do too. He doesn’t seem to be any harm at all. You are a kitsune, correct?

Kaden: Mhm! I’m Kaden!

Takumi: (He looks at Ryoma and Scarlet) …You two are too trusting. Don’t come crying to me if you’re completely wrong. (He looks at Kaden) What are you still doing here? You’re excused. Leave.

Kaden: Gee! You need a hotspring or something, prince Takumi… The only good thing about you is your gorgeous ponytail… :/ By the way, can I groom your hair sometime? ^^

Takumi: (He blushes) No, you can’t! Are you insulting me or what?!

Ryoma: (He chuckles) …

Kaden: Awww. Fine then, I’ll leave. (He folds his arms behind his back and sways back and forth) Umm… say~ Actually, while I’m here… I’m soooo hungry. Do you have any food? ^_^

Takumi: Hmph. First you intrude, then you want us to tend to your needs? As if–

Ryoma: Of course, Kaden. You may find the dining hall to the east of the palace.

Takumi: (He grips his fist and looks at Ryoma) Are you kidding me??

Kaden: Awesome! Thanks a million! I wonder if there’s any pudding. Mmm. Pudding! (He skips off and wags his tail)

Takumi: …….

Ryoma: (He turns to Takumi) It isn’t that we are too trusting. We have instincs too. You are just too suspicious of others, Takumi. You need trust to form strong alliances with other kingdoms as a ruler.

Takumi: Yeah. Whatever… I get it… (He looks at the small box Ryoma was holding) … So …are… are you going to try them?

Ryoma: (He clears his throat) Right. Yes… Thank you for these. We’ll eat them.

Takumi: Great! I-I really worked hard to make them for you guys. Please help yourself.

Ryoma: (He opens the box carefully) ……. (He looks at the mochi) … Hm.

Takumi: … (He looks at Scarlet and Ryoma expectantly) …

Ryoma: (He holds one of the mochi with Scarlet) … (He eats it) …… (He closes his eyes and cringes) …… /My gods. These are the worst ones yet…/ (He pats Scarlet’s back as she froze)

Takumi: (He looks at them) …?

Ryoma: … Takumi… this is…

Takumi: (He looks down) Just tell me… It’s terrible, isn’t it? (He looks at Scarlet as she compliments him) Huh? (He blushes) Seriously?! It’s good?!

Ryoma: (He closes his eyes) /Scarlet… you are being too kind to him…/

Takumi: (He smiles at Ryoma and Scarlet) See? I’m not bad at cooking, am I? And I thought I used salt instead of sugar. I guess I didn’t after all!

Ryoma: ……Ahem. /So that’s what that was…/

Takumi: Thanks Ryoma, Scarlet. (He bows quickly to them) I’m going to spar with Yoshitsugu now. He said he would teach me his techniques if I won.

Ryoma: (He folds his arms) Really? He agreed to? Interesting… You must have been persistent. You look up to him now that you know of his strength, am I wrong?

Takumi: (He blushes angrily) L-look up to him?! He’s not all that… I can take him! (He takes his bow from his belt)

Ryoma: Hm, good luck… he is not so easily defeated.

Takumi: Neither am I! (He grips his bow) I’m going to win. Just you wait! (He runs off)

Ryoma: (He sighs) … Sometimes I worry for him. Now then… (He turns to Scarlet) Your training is complete for today. Good work. I can tell you’ve been training on your own, too. (He looks at Scarlet) ……… Say. Is there anywhere in particular you want to go? I can take you anywhere you’d like. (He blinks as Scarlet reacted) ……… Yes. I would like to consider it a date, if that is alright with you. (He blushes slightly) Er… No… hard feelings, if not. I will not take it personally.

Iris: Petunia, can you say “please”? ^^

Petunia: (She grins) Peese!!! Peese! Peeeeeese! (She takes a bite as Ceto feeds her a spoonful) Mmm mmm mmm!! (She chews happily)

Iris: (She looks at Sina) Oh, y-you don’t have much…? My dear, if you need anything, you are welcome to ask me. The king is not the only one with power here. (She sighs) I feel like if this kingdom was only under his rule, it would be in ruins…

Petunia: (She runs over to Sina and hugs her waist) Wow nice lady!! Nice lady! Wow! Nice lady! ^.^

Iris: Huh…? (She giggles) Pff– hehe! Petunia seems to like you very much!

Petunia: (She laughs loudly as Sina puts her hat on her head) Ahahaha!! Hahaha! Yay yay! Yaay! (She runs around and falls over) Oww– hahaha! (She stands back up and runs around) Hahahaha :D

Iris: Are you all right, Petunia?

Petunia: (She jumps onto the bench swing nearby and swings) Mommy!! Mommy! Mommy!!

Iris: Yes, dear? (She smiles)

Petunia: Pail! Pail! Over there, Pail! (She points at Gale as he approaches)

Gale: (He walks over) “Pail” huh? Last time I checked it was “Sale” or anything other than my name e_e

Iris: (She giggles) Oh, Gale, be patient with her.

Gale: Yeah, yeah! I know. (He sits next to Petunia on the bench swing) Uh, so anyway, mom, I– (He looks at Ceto and jumps in surprise) WHA!! Who are you?!! O___O

Petunia: Ceto!! Ceto!!!

Iris: I suppose he didn’t allow anyone to meet you, did he? (She frowns)

Gale: (He stares at Ceto as she introduces herself) What??!!!! @__@ (He facepalms then kneels down to her) How come I never saw you?! You’ve been here since before I was born!! Either you’re really good at hiding yourself, or I’m just dumb!!

Iris: (She pats Gale gently) Gale, you may want to be a bit quieter. If your father sees us, I don’t want to know what will happen… (She sits next to Petunia on the bench swing)

Gale: Oh right =_= (He sits down and slumps) Speaking of him, when can we kill him? =___=

Iris: … (She sighs and covers Petunia’s ears) It feels a bit wrong when you put it that way, dear.

Gale: Why? Everyone’s thinking it! =_=

Petunia: Doing what? (She tilts her head) Doing what? (She takes off the hat and tightens her pigtails) Doing what happened?? (She puts the hat back on)

Gale: Why do we have to put up with him? I’ll do this by myself!! >:O

Iris: No you will not.

Gale: Grh– why not?! >:C

Iris: Gale, he is not weak… He is strong, and I know that first hand.

Gale: … So?… >:C

Iris: So I don’t want you to get killed, my dear. Kouta could stand a chance, since he has Yasu, but… I know he will not do it.

Gale: Ya think? He started crying when I even talked about it =.= I say Xalvador does it. He hates you-know-who’s guts anyway. And I don’t blame him, either!!

Petunia: Saldor!! (She looks around) Where Saldor?? :D

Iris: … Yes, I know. (She looks down and thinks) …… Perhaps. I hate to bring him into this, but I know he would not hesitate.

Gale: (He folds his arms) Well good!! >.> Can’t wait.

Iris: Mm… Me neither.

Gale: Huh? Whoaaa, mom, yeah, assertive!! >:D

Iris: (She shakes her head) Haha, no, no, I’m just being honest. (She rubs a bruise on her arm) This is also for the good of this kingdom. All of the wealth is just his… It would be nice if we had much less poverty in this city… I’m sure everyone else would appreciate this, as well.

Gale: Yeah, I try and give some of it to them!! It doesn’t always work. He actually caught me once =^= Ya know, that’s when he broke my arm.

Iris: (She sighs and looks down) … I know, dear. He won’t hurt you anymore…

Petunia: (She stares into space confusedly) o.o ????

Gale: (He stands up) Well I’m feeling good about it!!

Iris: Yes… we’ll all speak with Xalvador about this whenever he comes back. Isn’t Kouta with him? And sir Arthur? (She tilts her head) Where have they gone?

Gale: Uhhh, some other kingdom that I don’t know about. With that weirdo Rayth =n=

Iris: (She stands up) I see… Until then, let’s just bear through… (She smiles at Sina) Dear, are you okay? Would you like to stay here for the night? We do have very nice guest rooms and stables.

Petunia: (She hands Sina her hat and grins) So… so… What… what… is your name?!! (She smiles and looks up at her)

Iris: (She blinks as Petunia talks) O-oh my goodness…!

Gale: Did she just speak in a complete sentence?? O_O

Petunia: (She jumps up and down excitedly as Sina talks) Sina? Sina??? :D (She grins) My name… my name… is… is… Petunia!!

Iris: (She covers her mouth) P-Petunia is talking…?! (She starts crying)

Gale: O.O Ohhhh!!!

Iris: (She watches in amazement as Petunia continues talking to Sina)

Petunia: (She laughs as Sina talks) Hahahaha!! :D What… so what… so where did you came from??

Iris: (She wipes her eyes) Oh, we still need a bit of grammar practice. That’s all right. (She sniffles and holds her hands together) ;_;

Petunia: (She grins and walks back over to Iris) Mommy!! Mommy!!! Mommy!!!

Iris: (She kneels down to Petunia and smiles) Yes, dear? Did you make a new friend today?

Petunia: I made… I made… new… new friend!!! (She bounces)

Iris: (She laughs) Oh, that’s so wonderful! I am so proud of you, sweetheart!

Petunia: (She jumps onto Gale) Sale!! Sale!! :D

Gale: (He cries) Yeah I’m Sale… I’m also Pail ;___; (He hugs Petunia)

Petunia: (She releases Gale and runs over to Lancelot) Hi Lot lot!! Hi Lot lot!!! (She runs over to Ceto and grins) Hi Ceto!! Hi Ceto!!

Iris: (She walks over to Sina and smiles) Th-that was so amazing how you communicated with her… I-I should thank you. (She holds Sina’s hands gently) She has never talked like that before…

– –

Kouta: (He giggles as Arthur picks up Matin) Aww, but they seem to be good friends…? It’s quite adorable…

Rayth: Yeah, ya know what isn’t adorable though? Death. =_=

Kouta: Oh… yes, you’re right, Rayth… (He smiles as Arthur and Matin walk over) Hm…? Yes, yes, your castle is amazing… The animals here are all quite friendly and well cared for… And your flowers are beautiful… ^^

Rayth: (He glances at the maiden as she lifts her skirt) Ew, what the hell? Dude Xalvador, this chick is giving you some sort of look =__=

Kouta: (He looks at the maiden as she growls) …? (He looks at Xalvador) Xalvador, I think she’s mad at you… (He frowns) Did you two get into a fight…?

Rayth: Are you kidding me? e_e (He glares at Kouta) You seriously don’t get what’s happening right now? e___e’“

Kouta: (He looks at Rayth) …… Huh…?

Rayth: What the fu– frick =_= Kouta. Are you kidding around? There’s no way you can be 19 years old and not know. …Well then again you’re you. =__=

Kouta: (He looks at Rayth in concern) Wh-what do you mean…? Am I missing something important…?

Rayth: Ughh!! Just forget it! I’m not explaining this to you!!! =/////= Keh.

Sakurai: (He runs over to Kouta and Xalvador) M-m-milord and sir Xalvador!!! (He bows)

Kouta: (He smiles) Sakurai…?

Rayth: (He looks at Sakurai) Another knight? How many of these do you have? >.>

Sakurai: E-err, m-my stallion is not here at the moment! I apologize for looking like such a mess! (He salutes to Rayth) And to you as well, the friend of milord! (He salutes again)

Rayth: Keh, what? (He looks away and mumbles) I don’t give a shit, you meathead =//=; Stop it.

Sakurai: (He stops saluting) I apologize!!

Kouta: Sakurai, how did you get here…? We’re quite a ways from home…

Sakurai: Ah, yes! Well, I followed some hoof prints, leading to here! I had been informed by miss Talia that she saw you get kidnapped by some strange beast!… (He looks around) … Er, but I do not see one.

Kouta: O-ohh, that was, ummmm…. ^^”

Rayth: Uh, that was big dude here. >_> (He points at Xalvador)

Sakurai: (He looks at Xalvador) R-really? Sir Xalvador, I did not know you possessed something like that… I am honored to be in the presence of such strength! … Sir!

Kouta: (He looks behind Sakurai as Sabigara runs over) Sabi…? Oh no… what are you doing here…?

Sabigara: (He runs over to Kouta and hops into his arms) >:C

Kouta: (He frowns) Are you mad at me…? I’m sorry… I didn’t mean to leave for so long… (He strokes Sabigara and holds him)

Sabigara: (He purrs and rubs his face on Kouta) =n=

Sakurai: That is your feline, milord? He was following me the whole time! I see! He must have missed you.

Rayth: (He raises his brow at Sabigara) He’s pissy, isn’t he?

Sabigara: (He hisses at Rayth) >:C ……. (He calms down as Kouta pets him) =n=

Rayth: Keh, little shit >_>

Sabigara: (He hops down from Kouta’s arms and nuzzles Matin and Arthur’s legs) Mrrh.

Kouta: H-he’ll warm up to you, Rayth… ^^’ (He glances at the maiden as she waves and blows kisses at Xalvador) ……? (He blinks and turns to Rayth) Oh, I think I get it now, Rayth…

Rayth: Hm? About what? You mean miss weirdo over there?

Kouta: (He nods) Hm… (He thinks for a moment) …… She must really want to be great friends with Xalvador. ^^

Rayth: (He facepalms) Nope =___=

Kouta: Wh-wha… no…? Then what is it…?

Rayth: … (He looks at Kouta and growls) …… Mrgh… Keh!! Fine, come here!! =////= (He gently pushes Kouta into a different room) Okay Kouta, I guess since your mom forgot to tell you about the birds and the bees, I’ll have to do it!! =__=

Kouta: Birds and bees? (He smiles)

Rayth: Not that kind of birds and bees!! It’s a different kind. @_@ You little…

Kouta: What kind…?

Rayth: The sex kind. =_= I wouldn’t be surprised if you don’t know what that is.

Kouta: Wh-what…? Rayth, isn’t that a bad word?

Rayth: Not really. For crying out loud… You know what sex is, right??? =___= Please say yes.

Kouta: Um, kind of… not really… um… no.

Rayth: Urgh– You know what a boyfriend or a girlfriend is, right?!! You know what dating is right?!! Getting married?? @_@

Kouta: (He blushes) Um… yes…

Rayth: Well it’s when two people who are dating or married or whatever… they do… uhh… things!! Sex things. =////=“”

Kouta: So… what is that exactly…?

Rayth: It’s– It’s like–… Ugh. I honestly don’t know how to explain this. =////=

Kouta: Is it a good thing…?

Rayth: I guess. =_= I’ve never done it. So what kind of person do you like?

Kouta: Huh?… (He blushes) Er… well… Can you shut the door, Rayth?

Rayth: (He sighs and shuts it) Alright, so what is it?

Kouta: (He talks quietly) Umm, can you keep this a secret…?

Rayth: (He raises his brow) Huh? Yeah, sure.

Kouta: The truth is, there’s only one person I feel that way for… It’s so strange…

Rayth: What? Keh. (He folds his arms) Let me guess, it’s Mr. Big Dude? =_=

Kouta: (He blushes) Wh-what…?! H-how did you know…?! @/////////@

Rayth: Are you kidding me?!!! You’re always all smiley and happy and blushy and fawning over him. Like, I’m surprised he doesn’t notice it. =.=

Kouta: W-well, yes, it’s true, I do… (He looks at the ring on his hand) …… I just don’t want to replace the one he has lost… It breaks my heart to think about what happened…

Rayth: Hrm… Yeah, I heard about that from the queen.

Kouta: And… I want only the best for him… He does so much for me… ever since I can remember… (He looks down and blushes) I think I always have felt this way, I only just realized it now…

Rayth: (He grins) Keh heh. Well, you need to tell him one of these days. (He pats Kouta’s back) C'mon, we’re done talking in here. @_@’ (He opens the door and walks back out with him)

Sabigara: (He hops onto Kouta’s back and growls at ???) Mrrrrh >:C

Kouta: Uh oh…

???: (He barks softly at Sabigara) e_e’

Sabigara: (He digs his claws into Kouta’s shoulder and hisses at ???) >:C

Kouta: Ouch, Sabi… (He holds Sabigara gently) Tadakichi isn’t going to hurt you, is he…?

Tadakichi: (He lies down and sighs) @_@

Sabigara: (He curls into Kouta’s arms and grumbles) Mrh… =n=

Rayth: (He folds his arms) So who is this guy again? What is his name? Socks? =_=

Kouta: (He smiles and turns to Matin) That’s right, your brother Nox… You saw him, right…? So, I wonder if there is some way for me to locate him…? Did you want to meet him…?

Rayth: Well, isn’t he, uh, DANGEROUS? With some sort of gem? e_e’ I don’t think that’d be a good idea.

Kouta: Oh, that’s true… (He blinks) … I-I feel a bit woozy. (He closes his eyes) Mrgh…

Sabigara: (He meows worriedly and licks Kouta) :<

Sakurai: Milord, are you okay?!

Kouta: Y-yes, I am… (He holds his head) I tend to feel this way when something disastrous is going to happen… Um, maybe we should get out of here…?

Rayth: Yeah, no shit?

– –

Chrissy: (She snorts angrily at Toda) //Wh-what! What are you saying?! Are you calling me FAT?!// >:C

Blossom: // Ch-chrissy, maybe calm down a little bit? I mean, if you don’t mind, that is…// :c

Chrissy: (She snorts) //I’ll show you a cow!// >:c //Hmph, and thanks anyway! I’m great friends with a stylish cow, and she’s beautiful!!//

Blossom: (She sighs) ^^“’

???: (He walks over to them) Er, excuse me…

Blossom: (She gasps and bows quickly to ???) //Prince Ryoma of Hoshido?!// X_X

Chrissy: //Hm?// (She looks at Ryoma) //Who is this lobster looking fellow? What a very… unique style.// =3=’

Blossom: //Ch-Chrissy, that’s prince Ryoma from Hoshido…!!// @0@;;

Chrissy: //Oh, whoopsie!// (She bows quickly)

Ryoma: (He laughs as the others bow) Please, I am not looking for any praise. I am just traveling back home from a mission. I happened to recognize the cloths on your backs. (He looks at Chrissy and Blossom’s cloths underneath their saddles)

Chrissy: (She raises her head) //These? They’re dreadful, are they not?// -o-

Apollo: (He walks over to them with Espella) Ah, you are prince Ryoma, right? I have seen you visit our kingdom several times.

Ryoma: I don’t seem to recognize you, sir. You are a knight at the Arcs palace?

Apollo: Ah… somewhat. It’s hard to explain.

Ryoma: (He folds his arms) Hm, how so?

Apollo: Well, there was magic involved. Basically… we were changed into humans from stallions. Heh… If you don’t believe us, I understand. ^^’

Ryoma: No, no, that’s quite believable. But I suppose it would take quite a skilled spellcaster.

Apollo: Oh, yes! She’s right over there if you would like to speak with her. (He calls to Scarlet) Uh, miss Scarlet, could you come over here for a moment?

Ryoma: Is that so? (He looks at Scarlet as she stumbles over) ……

Apollo: Err, miss Scarlet, are you all right?

Ryoma: (He looks down at Scarlet as she approaches) …… You are quite skilled to have executed such a spell. I’m quite impressed. Your name is Scarlet? (He holds out his hand) I am Prince Ryoma of Hoshido. It is an honor. (He smiles as Scarlet shakes his hand)

Chrissy: (She trots over to them with Blossom and the others) //Ooh, what’s happening?// ^^

Blossom: //Are we in trouble? O-oh no, what if prince Ryoma knows how awful the king is? He would hate us so much…!// @~@

Apollo: (He smiles at Blossom) //Sister, do not worry so much. Prince Ryoma is a kind ruler. Even if he did know about the king, I’m sure he wouldn’t hate us.//

Blossom: //Hmm, o-okay…// @^@

Ryoma: So, where are you all headed? It is quite unusual to have travelers around here. (He looks at Espella as she explains) …… Masinowa?… Hm… I see. Well, I wish you the safest travels. It can get dangerous in some areas.

Blossom: (She gasps) //I-I sense… something… bad!// >n<’

Chrissy: (She blinks and looks at Blossom) //Dear, what is it?//

Apollo: (He flinches as ??? appears behind Scarlet and Lance) Watch out–!!!

Ryoma: (He pulls out his blade and strikes ??? before he could attack Scarlet and Lance) … (He glares at ???)

???: Ugh…!! (He holds his stomach as he bleeds) //Damn it… I need to tell king Garon that this is impossible…!!// (He disappears)

Ryoma: I see the Nohrian assassins are still tracking me. (He hisses and places his blade back into the sheath) They should realize by now that it is pointless.

Apollo: That seems like a nasty feud. (He shakes his head) I should wish you luck in facing Nohr, but it seems like you’re doing well!

Ryoma: (He grimaces) Yes, but it is not easy. They do have a very fit army. And it’s not like they are foolish enough to attack our palace directly.

Blossom: //P-Prince Lance are you okay?!// :c (She runs over to him)

Chrissy: //Ooh, prince lobster head sure is strong! That blade compliments his outfit, too! Not bad, not bad!// ^0^ (She neighs)

Ryoma: (He thinks for a moment) Well, since you all are on your way to Masinowa, would it be all right if I joined you? I have been curious about that place for quite a while.

Apollo: Y-you want to join us, prince? (He turns to Espella) Well, if you are all right with it, Espella… I know you are unsure about bringing all of us along to begin with.

Ryoma: (He shakes his head) You needn’t worry about my safety. This is my own choice. I was going to go alone in a few days, anyhow. It seems like my little brother has been visiting often. I have been worrying about him… Whatever intrigues him about this place must be worth seeing.

Apollo: Prince Takumi? (He furrows his brow) He doesn’t seem like the type to do such a thing…

Ryoma: Heh, well, he’s been acting strange lately. It is out of his character.

Apollo: I see… (He supports Espella and sits her down gently) Here, rest a bit before we head out again… (He sits next to her) You’re sure about this, Espella?… If something happens to you, I'd… (He looks away) N-nevermind. (He gently wraps his arm around her and smiles) And do not worry. You are quite beautiful like this as well. But to me, you’d be beautiful even if you were a snail. (He blushes as Espella laughs) Heh!… Well, I’m just being honest.

Ryoma: (He stares absentmindedly at Scarlet as she talks to Chrissy and Lance) ……

Chrissy: //Pff– hahaha! Prince Lance, your shirt is on backwards! Ahahaha! What a disaster! A fashion disaster!// xD

Blossom: (She blushes as Lance takes his shirt off and hides behind her wings) @///////@

Chrissy: //Hm?// (She looks at Ryoma as he stares at Scarlet) //Oooh, miss Scarlet, it looks like the prince over there is looking at you? Hmm? Hmmm?// ;3 (She nudges Scarlet with her nose)

Ryoma: (He looks away and folds his arms) Hm…

– –

Lei: (He sits next to Screws and snuffles) …? (His snake tail hisses as Gear barges in with Sully, Chrom and Robin) ?!!

Sully: I-I’m here!! Where is she?! (She looks around quickly) Urgh, c'mon, let’s go!! (She follows Gear quickly as he leads her to Volt)

Chrom: Er– We’re coming! (He follows Sully with Robin)

Robin: (She follows them quickly) What happened?! o_o Sully is losing her cool pretty badly…

Sully: (She looks at Volt) Volt… She's… (She growls) Did someone do this?! (She glares at Darling) Take me to ‘em!! I’ll mess up their digestive systems!!! (She puts up her fist)

Robin: S-Sully, calm down?! @_@ Besides, it doesn’t seem like anyone did this to her.

Sully: Hah?!… Grr… (She breathes and looks at Volt) … (She shakes and strokes Volt’s face gently) Wh-what can I do to help her? (She looks at Darling)

Lei: (He peeks in the room) …? (He snuffles)

Sully: (She looks at the bottle as Darling shows it to her) What is that?…… (She looks at Darling in confusion as she explains) Huh…? I see. So let’s get to it!! (She nods) We’re wasting time, right?!

Chrom: (He sighs in relief) Well, at least there’s a way to help her. Sully would have flipped the world upside down trying to help…

Lei: (He lies down next to Screws and Bolts and grumbles happily) ^^ ……. (He looks around for Xiaoli) …? …? (He looks outside in a panic) ?!! (He stands up and runs outside and looks around for him)

–

Xiaoli: (He holds his arms and shivers) Mrrrrrrrgh ;;;n;;; It’s cold!! I wanna go home!… Where am I!! TnT

Gangrel: Hmmmmm~ (He walks past Xiaoli) ……. (He stops) …

Xiaoli: (He stops) O^O ……

Gangrel: (He turns around to Xiaoli and grins) Ah, there you are! So, any luck killing those morons?

Xiaoli: …. @n@;;;; Do… do I… know you?! (He keeps his head turned away from Gangrel)

Gangrel: (He smirks) … Of course you do. I’d know that cute little haircut anywhere. You’re a pretty useless assassin if you lost your bow. Perhaps I don’t need you after all.

Xiaoli: O^O (He tries to run away quickly but gets grabbed by Gangrel) Nooo!! Get off, get off, get off!!! >xC (He hits Gangrel in the face)

Gangrel: (He laughs) You’re pathetic, you stupid little child! (He grips Xiaoli tighter)

Xiaoli: A-aiya–!! Leave me alone! I didn’t even want to join your stupid army, you ugly meanie!! (He struggles in Gangrel’s grip) /Why am I so weak?!/ TnT

Gangrel: (He grins) What was that?! Would you like to repeat that?! (He grabs Xiaoli’s throat)

Xiaoli: (He chokes) !!! Ack– ;n; (He grabs Gangrel’s arms and tries to pull him off)

Gangrel: Heheheh– ahaha!!! (He gasps as Amari Miyoshi and Jitsu approach from afar) Wh– shit– of all times, witnesses…

Xiaoli: He– he– help… x_x (He gags as Gangrel chokes him tighter)

Lei: (He picks up Gangrel in his mouth by his head and tosses him into the street) =_=

Xiaoli: Lei!!! (He holds his neck and coughs) Urrgh… Lei!!! You dumb dumb!! Where were you?!! xC

Gangrel: (He falls over and grunts) Ugh!! What the– (He backs away as Lei approaches) Uh oh~ I’d better get going– (He gasps as Screws approaches him) U-u-uhh– n-nice… d-doggy… (He quickly disappears as Screws lunges at him) Gangrel out!!!

Lei: (He approaches Xiaoli with Screws and sighs) /What were you doing walking by yourself? Did you get lost again?/

Xiaoli: (He stomps) Yes, because I was looking for you! Where did you go?!! >:C

Lei: (He snuffles) /Ah, heh heh, I thought you were following me the whole time. It’s still hard to keep track of you, which is surprising since you’re so noisy./ ^^ (He rubs Xiaoli’s cheek with his nose)

Xiaoli: (He folds his arms) Well I almost died!! Thanks a lot!!!! >:'C (He cries and pushes Lei away)

Lei: /Er, I’m really sorry about that, Xiaoli. Good thing we came when we did though, right?/

Xiaoli: (He sniffles) I guess. >:'c  (He pets Screws gently) I like this robot dog. She is cute… She was especially cute when she was going to maul Gangrel!! That stupid, smelly, gross, ugly, nasty, horrible, stupid, ugly, smelly—!!! >n<

Lei: (He chuckles) /Calm down now. Let’s go check up on that element girl. Hopefully she’s woken up by now./ ^^ (He grumbles)

Xiaoli: What? Who? (He folds his arms and walks with Lei and Screws) What happened? :c And hey, where is that guy Steam!

Lei: /Er, I guess he and his “friend” had something to do./ (He laughs)

Xiaoli: No, I know they are boyfriends! >:0 It is so obvious. (He jumps in surprise as he bumps into Miyoshi) Wha-aaah?? >n< (He looks up at the bruise on Miyoshi’s face) o.o Your face, aiya! Are you okay?

Lei: (He grumbles at Miyoshi, Amari and Jitsu) /Hmm…? These guys smell like crime…/ (He looks at Screws) /Oh? You know em?/

Xiaoli: (He smiles) Lucky for you, I brought my herbs! Please allow me!! (He takes off his backpack and takes out a pouch) Here it is! This is the best one I have grown yet!

Lei: /Xiaoli, let’s just leave these guys alone. I don’t like the smell of 'em…/ (He snarls) …

Xiaoli: (He pouts and looks at Lei) What! But Lei!! This is a good opportunity to try out my herbs! :C The first step in gardening is herbs!! (He grabs Miyoshi’s face) Just hold still, you will feel better instantly! (He slaps some herbs onto the bruise and rubs it) Wánshàn! Do you feel better? :3

Lei: (He rolls his eyes and sighs) ……/This kid…/ =w=

???: (He growls and stomps up to Xiaoli) XIAOLI ZHENG!!!

Xiaoli: (He gasps as ??? stomps over) @_@ W-wǒ bùzài zhè'er!!! Zǒu kāi!! (I-I’m not here!!! Go away!!) (He hides behind Miyoshi and Amari)

Lei: (He groans) /Uh oh, Xiaoli’s foster dad found us. Looks like the gig is up. Man, I don’t wanna go back to living in that dumpy forest…/

???: (He reaches behind Miyoshi and Amari and grabs Xiaoli by his shirt and scolds him) Nǐ zài zuò shénme?! Mǎshàng huí jiā!! (What do you think you’re doing?! Come home immediately!!)

Xiaoli: (He pouts and cries) Méiyǒu!!! Méiyǒu méiyǒu méiyǒu!! >:”'C (He struggles in his grip)

???: Grr… (He sets Xiaoli down and glares at Miyoshi) What are you looking at? Mind your own business.

Xiaoli: (He stomps) Do not speak to my friend like that!! >:C

???: (He glares at Xiaoli) Xiaoli Zheng, you are not to live on your own with this strange animal!! That is ridiculous!

Xiaoli: (He folds his arms) I am doing just fine!! Leave me alone! I hate you! >n< You are so mean to me!

???: (He growls) That attitude is the exact reason you receive my punishments. You will come home now and receive your punishment for the week and go straight to bed. You will not receive dinner for 2 days. Come. ….Now! (He grabs Xiaoli)

Xiaoli: No!! ;~; ……Rrrgh!! >^< (He kicks ??? in the crotch)

???: !!! (He releases Xiaoli and falls to his knees) YOU… BRAT!!

Xiaoli: (He backs away quickly and hides behind Miyoshi) I-I-I… @n@“’

???: (He growls and stands up shakily) Fine… from now on, you have no home!! I am disowning you… Go ahead and die in the wilderness! (He holds his crotch and walks off)

Lei: O_O;

Xiaoli: o.o ……. (He blinks) …

Lei: /Er, Xiaoli, a-are you–/ ^^’

Xiaoli: (He points at ??? as he walks off) Hahaha! Loser! ^O^ I did it! I beat him! Yay! Yay! (He squeezes Miyoshi then runs over and squeezes Lei) Yaaay!

Lei: /Wow, you kicked him square in the acorns, kidd'o…/ (He cringes) /Urgh, that must have hurt actually./

Xiaoli: (He hugs Screws) Yay! ^O^

– –

Aki: (He looks at Lien and grins) Hey…! Hey, you’re looking good, kid! You look like me in the face when I was a young lad! :D (He laughs and stands Lien upright) Careful, you almost fell over there. (He sighs and holds Lien’s face) Man… Man, so you’re my son, huh…? All those years ago… And now you’ve really grown up. (He cries and wipes his eyes) Haha!…… (He cries more as Lien talks) …… Urgh…! (He hugs Lien tightly) It… kills me… that we never got to raise you. But you… you’ve grown into such an awesome kid…

Riku: (He watches them with Dana and sighs) It is such a relief to know those two are alive. And to think they had a son this whole time… (He growls) As for that wretched council… (His eyes turn red) … (He sighs and calms down) … (He smiles) Well, I’ll give them a stern “talking to”. (He smiles and walks off)

?????: (He eats a potato and walks over to Aki and Lien) …… Aki? What’re you doing here?

Aki: (He releases Lien and sniffles) Eh?… (He looks at ????? and squints) Asugi?! Is that you? e_e’ No way!

Asugi: Last time I checked, yup.

Aki: Whoa, whoa, whoa, you’ve grown! You’re so tall! (He smiles) Ah, Lien, this right here is Asugi! He’s one of my old friends. (He smiles at Asugi) This is Lien. He’s my son!

Asugi: (He eats the potato and looks at Lien) Oh, your son, huh? ……. Wait a minute Aki, you’re alive?

Aki: (He grins) Yep, I sure am! It’s a pretty long story, but–

Asugi: Ap-ap-ap– Don’t even tell me. I’m just happy you’re alive. (He hugs Aki and Lien)

Aki: (He hugs Lien and Asugi) Heh! Well, I’m glad to be here.

Asugi: (He releases them and continues eating) Mrrh, well anyway, it’s good to see you again. (He looks at Lien) Oh yeah, I saw you earlier. You seem really smart. It’s weird that I never met you before. (He stares at Lien as he explains) ……… Oh. Heh, I see. Well, pleased to meetcha.

Aki: (He raises his brow) Er… Asugi, why are you in the northern kingdom?… Eating a potato?

Asugi: Huh? Uhh, I got lost and hungry earlier. So Dana invited me in and gave me a baked potato. Pretty good, too.

Aki: Huh! (He folds his arms) You look like you’re about done growing! How old are you?

Asugi: Me? (He finishes eating) Mmh– Turned eighteen last March.

Aki: (He blinks) O_O Um… really? (He counts on his fingers) @_@

Asugi: Yeeup.

Aki: Gee, you've… really… really… really grown. @_@;;; (He looks up at Asugi) Talk about a growth spurt. Weren’t you four feet tall the last time I saw you?

Asugi: Yeah, you mean when I was five?

Aki: (He laughs) Ahahaha, oh yeah, duh. x_x (He grins at Lien) And you’re fourteen now, huh…? (He laughs) Your mom’s gonna cry her eyes out when she sees you.

Asugi: Oh, Alicia’s still alive too? Man, this whole time you guys were still alive. That’s something.

Aki: Yup, yup… (He glances at some maids hiding behind a wall) …? (He looks at Asugi and blinks) Hey, Asugi, I think some maids are trying to talk to you?

maids: @/////////@ (They hide quickly)

Asugi: Hunh? Oh yeah, I noticed. I really… don’t care.

Aki: This must happen to you all the time, huh? I can see why. You must work out or something. o_o

Asugi: Nah, just rocks.

Aki: Eh?

Asugi: I lift rocks. If they get in my way. Let me tell ya, I had to lift a ton of rocks when I went to the Strihm mountains.

Aki: Seriously?! You’ve really been traveling, huh? @_@

maid 2: (She walks over to Asugi) ……

Aki: Oh boy. ^^’

Asugi: (He looks down at the maid) …You need something?

Maid 2: @//////////@ /EEEEE– he is so… so…!!!/ W-w-well I was just wondering… A-actually, n-nevermind, bye!! (She runs off)

Asugi: … Huh =_=”

Aki: Heh heh!! Used to it, eh?

Asugi: Yeah. I’m gonna get a snack. (He walks off)

Aki: (He smiles at Lien as he talks) Eh? (He laughs) You still can’t believe it’s me, huh? Yeah… I’m still kind of amazed I’m here with you. (He sighs) It was tough. Your mom sent out all those letters every day. (He smirks) I can’t help but wonder if you got em. (He blinks as Sigma looks at him) E-errr, whoa… Hi there! /I didn’t even notice her over there until just now… Maybe she’s Lien’s guardian?/ ^^;

???: (She bows to Aki, Lien, and Ridia) Ah, you’re all here! Do you need anything? :3

Asugi: (He walks back out with a pastry then walks back into the kitchen as he sees ???) /Crap, another weirdo maid./

???: Ah, Asugi! (She waves to Asugi) You are allowed to eat in here, you know! Don’t be shy! @_@

Asugi: (He peeks out) …… (He sighs in relief and walks out) Oh, it’s just you, Felicia.

Aki: Ah, Felicia?! Is that really you? Nice to see ya, kiddo! You work for Dana-sama now? Gee, I’m meeting all sorts of old friends…

Felicia: (She smiles) Yes, it’s great to see you as well! (She looks up at Ridia as she floats) Ummm… owo W-well, if you all need anything, just let me know! I’ll try to do my best and not break anything! ^^’ (She bows and walks into the kitchen)

Asugi: (He eats the pastry) So, what are you guys gonna do now? (He looks at Aki and Lien)

Aki: Ah. I’m not sure. (He chuckles) I sure wish Alicia was here with us, though.

Asugi: Hmmm. (He continues eating) …… Well, maybe you could just chill here for now. (He sits down) It’s kinda cold in here, isn’t it?

Aki: You are wearing a sleeveless shirt, Asugi. In a castle made out of ice. =3= (He sits next to him with Lien)

Asugi: Huh? Oh yeah… I’m gonna go to Nylirst in a few days.

Aki: @_@ Are you crazy? That place is filled with active volcanoes. You’ll get deep fried.

Asugi: Nah, I can handle it… (He finishes eating) Mrh, I just wanna go before I have to do college shit. It’s so boring. (He folds his arms) I love dirt way more than studying.

Aki: Oh, is that so? o.o

Asugi: Yup.

Aki: That’s good anyway. Education’ll do ya good! I mean, look at Lien! :D (He pats Lien’s back)

Asugi: …? (He looks at Lien) Yeah… You’re really smart, bro. (He stares at him as he talks) Uh…

Aki: o3o

Asugi: …So can you help me with my homework when I go to college? Thanks. I’ll have to remember you. (He keeps staring at Lien as he talks) ……………… /He’s… really cute. And smart? Wow…/

Aki: (He raises his brow at Asugi) Are you okay? You break something? @_@

Asugi: (He stops staring at Lien) H-huh? Nope… (He rubs the back of his head and turns away) /Oh god, was I staring at him??/ (He blushes and facepalms)

Felicia: (She brings out a platter of tea and sets it on the table) Here you are! Just in case ^^

Aki: Oooh, looks good! ^o^ (He takes a cup and hands one to Lien)

Felicia: (She stands next to them with a glass tray and sighs in relief) /I didn’t break anything! Score!/ @~@ (She jumps in surprise as Ridia floats past her) OAO Ah!! (She drops the glass tray and gasps as it shatters) Ahh! Oh no! ;~;

Aki: Uh oh O_O You need some help, Felicia?

Felicia: (She kneels down and starts cleaning up) N-no! P-please, I’ll clean this up, it is my mess! ^^“’ (She blinks as Ridia helps her clean) o///o’ U-ummm… T-thank you, but I can do this, um, really, it is my job, and I totally just broke this and, I-I mean you are a guest here, and– this is so embarrassing… @/////@

Aki: (He stands up) Errr, let me help with that, really– ^o^

Felicia: (She shakes her head) No, no, you’re the guest, Aki– I-I can’t make the guest clean!! ;_; It’s against my code! (She turns away from Ridia in embarrassment) I-I’ll be right back with a dustpan! (She runs to the kitchen and stumbles over) ;//////; (She holds onto her dress and stands up)

Asugi: Uhh, Felicia is gonna accidentally get killed one of these days.

Aki: Yeah, it’s kind of worrying… But I’m sure she’ll be fine– (He hears something break in the kitchen) I stand corrected… @_@ Ridia, do you think you could check on her in there?

Asugi: (He glaces at a maid as she winks and waves at him) … (He looks away) /Crap, I accidentally looked at her./ =_=”’

maid: (She walks over to Asugi) Hello there! Mmm, handsome… (She strokes Asugi’s muscles)

Aki: Again?… O_O’

Asugi: Uhh, I’m sick. (He fake coughs) So don’t touch me. (He takes the maid’s hand off)

maid: (She giggles) Ooh, why don’t you come back to the infirmary with me, sweetie? ;//D I’ll fix you right up…

Asugi: Nah, it’s okay. I’ll just stay here and… die.

maid: O-oh! But I… (She plays with her hair) I might just cry if you don’t come with me right now! >////> I’ll give you some strong medicine… (She licks her lips)

Asugi: (He cringes) Uhhh =_=’ /Yikes./

maid: S-so, come on now, handsome! (She holds Asugi’s arm)

Asugi: (He pulls away from her) Err– uhh– Oh, man, I’m gonna throw up. You’d better leave before I throw up on you.

maid: (She jumps back) Eeek! Eww!!! You’re disgusting! >n< (She runs off)

Aki: (He laughs) Pfff hahaha! That was too good, Asugi!! xD

Asugi: (He shrugs) Only thing that works…

– –

Gamzee: (He holds Lady and blinks) Man, I just got a bad motherfuckin vibe… :o( (He looks at Lady) Hunh? Aw, don’t worry about it, girl. I just felt something similar to my dancestor… Man, I’m glad I ain’t affiliated with that motherfucker anymore…

Karkat: (He folds his arms) Ugh, Kurloz? If he’s involved in that crap, we might as well just die right now.

Gamzee: Aw, don’t talk like that, man :o)

Karkat: Just being honest!!!

Gamzee: Well, I sure am excited about this “wedding” shit… Mmm… Mmmm, how the hell does that all up and work?

Kitty: Wow! A wedding! (She smiles) Showanna and I can help you find the perfect dress, Lady! :3

Karkat: (He looks at Gamzee) Grr…

Gamzee: :o( ?

Karkat: And hey… you!! (He grumbles) … You… you better not do anything stupid like hurt her!

Gamzee: Aw, you still thinkin’ about those days, man? Those are long gone, brother… I’m tellin ya. Things are different now.

Karkat: Yeah well, just in case, jackass!! If you even scratch her on accident, I’ll– I’ll– (He calms down as Cloud holds him) Mrghghhhhh….

Toriel: (She looks at Daniel) A-am I? Single? (She blinks) Um, well, not exactly. (She furrows her brow in anger) Unfortunately. Hmph. (She holds Frisk and huffs) Speaking of that horrible brute, I have not even talked to him lately. Hm! I guess he understands that I do not wish to speak to him!

Madotsuki: (She tilts her head and looks at Frisk) ?

Toriel: (She pats Frisk’s head) Are you okay, my child? Did you eat something foul? Ah, perhaps it was that creation Papyrus was making. I believe it was his take on spaghetti.

Madotsuki: (She walks over to Papyrus and looks up at him) …… (She points to the spaghetti and nods) …. (She takes the plate as Papyrus happily hands it to her) ……… (She takes a bite) ……… (She sets the plate down) …… (She gives Papyrus a thumbs up and walks back over to Frisk and Toriel) …

Toriel: (She gasps) W-wow… did you really eat some of that, er, “spaghetti”? You didn’t bat an eye! How impressive!

Madotsuki: (She walks over to the trash can and spits out the spaghetti in her mouth)

Toriel: Ah, I see.

Madotsuki: …… (She looks at Frisk) … (She signs to her) “Frisk, I do not think you are safe. I had a nightmare about you.” (She shakes her head) “It was not good. It made me feel sick. That’s why I came here to you. And I also had a nightmare about someone named Barnaby.”

Toriel: (She watches as Frisk and Madotsuki sign to each other) … O-oh… my… You two are very fast with your hand signs.

Sans: (He walks into the kitchen and sees Papyrus) Hey bro, you okay? (He takes the plate of spaghetti Papyrus gave to him) Oh, man. You made a plate just for me, huh? Thanks, bro. I really appreciate it. Looks real good. (He sits down with Papyrus at the dining room table and eats it) ……… Whoa Papyrus, that’s pretty good. I think I’m full already. ……… Huh? You want me to take another bite? Sure. (He eats another bite) Wow, just as good as the last one.

Madotsuki: (She stares at Sans in horror) …

Sans: (He clears his throat as Papyrus raves about spaghetti) ………Heh. (He looks at Jessica as she sits next to them) Oh, hey, Papyrus, have you met Jessica yet? … Yeah, that reminds me… (He chuckles and nudges Papyrus) Heh, hey Paps, you’re really “spaghettin” good at cooking. (He laughs as Papyrus groans loudly) Heheheheh. (He blushes as Jessica snorts and laughs) Heheh…

Palutena: (She giggles as Venus talks) Haha! Well, what else would I do? (She smiles and strokes her face) You really are beautiful, though. I mean every word of that… (She quickly takes her hand away and blushes) Uh– L-let’s go see what everyone is up to! (She smiles and walks downstairs with Venus)

Pyrrhon: (He bursts in) RRRRAHHH!!! Pyrrhon is HERE!!! (He bursts into flames)

Palutena: Well, the silence was nice while it lasted. (She rubs her temples)

Viridi: (She walks in after Pyrrhon) Rrgh, you dumb oaf! You broke the door! Why are you so stupid?!

Pyrrhon: Pyrrhon is very sorry and will fix his mistake!!! (He snaps and repairs the door)

Viridi: (She grumbles) =____=

Pyrrhon: Ah-haaa!! My friend, Palutena!

Palutena: Er, Pyrrhon?

Pyrrhon: PALUTENA!!! (He grins and looks at Venus) Ah-HA!!! I see you’re with Venus! How interesting!!! Interesting, indeed!

Palutena: Oh, is it? I think it’s just normal. What are you talking about, dearest Pyrrhon? (She smiles)

Viridi: (She nudges Pyrrhon and whispers) You’re dead if you don’t shut up!! @_@

Pyrrhon: O-ohhh me, oh my, I think I will just be quiet right about, emmmm– now!

Palutena: (She smiles) All right then!

– –

Niles: (He raises his brow as Trench floats away) Er… charming fellow. Though his smell is still lingering a bit in my nose. But I suppose Keaton would like him. He has thing for… garbage. (He shivers) Ugh.

Keaton: (He sneaks up behind Niles and tackles him) RAH!!

Niles: You know, for a wolfskin, you’re really not good at being stealthy.

Keaton: Uh, well excuse me for trying to be nice! And, stealth is for kitsune. Not me. (He releases Niles) I need to sprinkle dirt around here. It’s too clean. (He scratches his ear) Rrrgh. Not enough garbage around here.

Niles: Is that a kink of yours? Garbage?

Keaton: (He sniffs around) Huh?

Niles: (He rolls his eyes) Not even paying attention.

Keaton: (He turns to Maasaki and grins) Hey, you like the present I got you? It’s pretty awesome, isn’t it? … Uhhh, where is it? (He holds Maasaki’s face and sniffs his neck) Oh wow, hey, nice. (He sniffs his hair) Wow, you smell awesome, Maasaki. Did you take a bath?

Niles: (He smirks) Oooh, getting so close and personal, aren’t you? You two gonna make out already? I’ve been waiting all day for some action…

Keaton: (He blushes) Wh– Sh-shut up, dude! He smells good! (He blushes more) You’d be smelling him too, if you had my nose! (He backs away from Maasaki)

Niles: (He chuckles) Pff– hahaha. I love seeing you suffer so. It brings me unexplainable joy.

Keaton: You suck, Niles.

Niles: That’s true. I’m actually pretty good at–

Keaton: (He covers Niles’s mouth) =__=

Niles: (He speaks muffled) Mmh– Is this a kink of yours, too?

Keaton: Wh– you’re just– you’re just– (He takes his hand away and kneels down) I… I can’t with you, dude… you’re just too much… Just stop.

Niles: (He laughs) Ahaha! Why should I? This is wonderful! You, on the floor, suffering. It’s such a lovely scene.

Keaton: (He stands up) I can’t believe I’m letting Maasaki hear these words come out of your mouth. It gets worse every time you talk. I need to take him to safety. =_= (He picks up Maasaki and walks away)

Niles: But what ever for? (He folds his arms)

Keaton: (He walks into the library with Maasaki) “What ever for”? Gimme a break. =_= Let’s just hang out in here, Maasaki. (He sets Maasaki down and looks at him) Hey, you been feeling okay? That guy that always bosses you around really gets me ticked. (He snarls) I’ll teach him a lesson if you want. (He raises his brow as Maasaki shakes his head) ……… Really? You sure? Well, if you change your mind, I’ll gladly ruff him up for ya. Anyway… (He sniffs around Maasaki) I keep smelling that treasure I gave you. You still have it, right? (He blinks as Maasaki shows him the bracelet) Whoa!! (He gently holds Maasaki’s hand and looks at the bracelet) Hey, that’s awesome! I was pretty worried about the jagged edges cutting you, but it looks like you fixed it right up! (His tail wags)

Niles: (He peeks in) You two fully clothed in here?

Keaton: (He blushes) Dude, seriously!! (He growls)

Niles: (He raises his hands in defense) Sorry, sorry. I’ll stop, really. (He walks in with Taree)

Keaton: (He huffs and releases Maasaki’s hand) … (He looks at Maasaki as he starts explaining) Hunh?………… (He facepalms) Oh!! Is that what that means in your culture??!! Haha, sorry! I didn’t know that. (He blushes) Ahem, you can always just keep it in your pocket if you want. I don’t want that guy to get mad and hurt you or something cause of me.

Niles: (He folds his arms) What is your boyfriend’s deal, anyway, Maasaki? Does he have a thorn up his ass? You really don’t have to put up with that.

Keaton: B-boyfriend…? (He rubs the back of his head) …

Niles: Well, maybe I could take him on a little “date”. And by that I mean make him suffer a little bit… (He licks his lips and chuckles) Mmm, that’d be a pretty sight. Well, I’ll save that for later. When is this wedding going on, hmm? Who is it for?

Keaton: Seth’s getting married, dude. (He sighs) Gee, time flies by too fast…

Niles: Seth?… Oh, that’s right. (He smirks) He was always one of my favorites to tease. He got sooo frustrated. It was adorable.

Sachi: (She takes Taichi’s hand and walks into the library) ^^’ Let's… calm down……

Niles: (He looks over as Taichi and Sachi enter) Ah, the two little ones.

Keaton: (His tail wags) Hey, it’s that interesting smelling kid. (He grins at Taichi)

Sachi: (She picks out a book and sits down with Taichi) Do you…… like to read too, Taichi…? I can teach you if you don’t know how… (She smiles as Taichi holds the book upside down and puts it right side up in his hands)

Dirk: (He walks into the library with Seth) Kiddo’s around?

Sachi: (She smiles at Seth and Dirk) Hello……

Dirk: (He sits next to Taichi) You reading, buddy? Good job. You’re gonna grow up to be a smart kid. (He smiles)

Sachi: (She smiles at Seth and Dirk) You two… are getting married……. ^^ (She looks up at Seth) And I see your clan and the Wolfsteins have a truce now…… That’s so great…… (She sighs in relief) I… don’t like fighting……

– –

Liliana: (She sighs and drinks the wine) Ah! Well, he is like usual. But this time was… (She grips the wine glass) Grrr– oooh. (She calms down) Let me tell you what he did! Yoshino, I swear, he does not stop, ever! It is never ending!! (She groans)

//

Randall: (He smirks and wraps his arm around Liliana) Hey there… You off work early, babe?

Liliana: (She elbows him in the stomach) Touch me again, and you will really get it. (She glares at him) Go away.

Randall: (He holds his stomach) Oof… Get what? Could I get lucky with you? (He winks) Maybe tonight at around 11…? (He gets slapped) Heh…

Liliana: (She cracks her knuckles) Yes, come on over! Perhaps I’ll bring out a few knives. Which one would you like to be stabbed with? :D

Randall: Kinky, aren’t you?

Liliana: (She growls and rubs her temples) Get away from me. I am getting a migraine already…

Randall: You’re cold, babe… C'mon, just the tip– (He gets slapped again) Heh.

???: (He walks over to Liliana and Randall with his cane and smiles) Good evening!

Liliana: (She gasps) Oh! Hello, boss. Good evening.

???: Ms. Rosario, we have a business trip that we can schedule for you. This is just for a few days. You’ll be speaking with the CEO of our second company about the company here.

Liliana: Ah, yes, that sounds good! I would love to. So, when is this?

???: It will be next week. Sound good?

Liliana: Y-yes! That will be fine.

Randall: …? (He smirks) Hmm, hey boss, how about I take it for her? Miss Rosario here’s feeling a little sick~ Apparently it’s something reeal bad.

Liliana: (She glares at Randall) What?!

???: Oh, are you all right, miss Rosario? It would be no problem to switch you out with Randall if you are really that ill. But you won’t get the raise, however.

Liliana: (She shakes her head) Wha– no, no, I am fine, sir! (She growls at Randall) What are you doing, you friggin–?!

Randall: Poor Liliana is a bit drowsy… she has no idea what she’s saying! (He smirks) I’ll gladly do it for her!

???: Ah, all right, sounds good. Sorry to trouble you, Liliana. I’ll give you the details later, Randall. Bye bye. (He walks off)

Randall: See ya~ (He smirks as ??? walks off) Stupid old geezer.

Liliana: (She trembles) Grr…

Randall: Heh, whoa, calm down there– pfft, heh. I’m not even gonna do the stupid job. I just like watching you get mad.

Liliana: Oh, forget it!! I am done! Do not talk to me anymore, or you are DEAD!!! (She walks off angrily)

//

Liliana: (She sets the glass down and holds her head) I cannot even explain how much I hate him!! That is also never ending! Every time I see him I want to throw up!! (She pets Sitama gently) Ugh… I don’t know. He needs help or something. Perhaps someone to turn his life around. He is not a good person… (She smiles as Yoshino hands her the shirt) Ah! That is great! The hole is sewn up very nicely! I will be right back. (She walks into the bathroom and changes) Ah… (She puts on the shirt and looks in the mirror) Hmm… hm! (She fixes her hair a bit and walks back out) That is very good sewing skills you have, Yoshino! You still have yet to teach me! (She laughs and sits next to Yoshino) Well, anyway, I don’t know if I’ve ever told you how grateful I am… (She blushes) Um, er, to… to… have you around! As my friend… It is really… nice. I do not know of anyone else who will put up with me like such. (She smiles and sighs) /You’re wonderful…/

– –

Henry: (He looks up at Braho and blushes as he touches his hair) Wha– wha…? (He looks away) You remember too…? …… (He smiles at him) Wow, that’s great! I thought I was the only one who remembered! Eeheehee! That was a long time ago, hunh…?

// Junior Year

Zieg: (He stands up with the students’ tests) Okay… Everyone, your tests from last week are back. ^^; (He pushes up his glasses) Um, I have to say, not many of you did well. Um, except a few of you. (He starts handing the tests back) Keep in mind that we have make up tests and extra help after school.

Tomo: (He closes his eyes and holds his paper) ……… (He peeks at the paper and grabs his chest) Holy crap, I suck so bad…!! My mom is gonna cry @__@ (He glares at Gino) S-stop laughing Gino! I bet yours is worse than mine! x////x

Arakita: (He looks at his test) … Ah, shit.

Zieg: Arakita? @.@’

Arakita: Uh sorry, teach. (He grumbles) Why can’t I get anything better…?

Zieg: (He hands some papers to Henry) Henry… see… you got every single one correct o.o On both tests. This is textbook perfection. And these were quite long.

Henry: (He stares at the paper) ……

Zieg: I certainly wish we had advanced placement classes at this school. (He hums) Perhaps I should talk to the principal about it.

Henry: …….

Zieg: Ahem– well, anyway, are you sure you don’t want to do a solo for our music show? (He hands a paper to another student) I’m sure everyone would like to hear you play ^.^ Maybe you could do a few Chopin etudes. You like those the most, right?

Henry: (He averts his eyes from Zieg) … I don’t want to.

Zieg: Ah, I-I see. That’s all right… Not everyone is made for a stage. But you do have exceedingly great talent with the piano :>

Henry: ……Oh. (He continues staring at the paper)

Zieg: /Hm, maybe he doesn’t want to talk. Such a strange kid. Smart, though… ^^’/ (He smiles and continues handing out the tests)

Niles: …… (He taps Henry) Hey prettyboy, you do your chem homework?

Henry: (He flinches slightly and looks at Niles) …? (He nods)

Niles: Great~ Mind if I look off of it? I’ll just be a few minutes– (He grumbles as Braho interrupts) Ugh, what are you, a bodyguard? Fine, I’ll do it myself. (He sighs and turns back to his paper)

Henry: (He looks at Braho and blinks) … (He looks back down at the desk) /Oh, that’s right… Didn’t he tell me about something yesterday? What was it again?/ …… (He opens his mouth to ask but gets interrupted)

girl 1: (She squeals) Braho!! Oh, you’re so brave! Standing up to that stupid disgusting Niles!! ^///^

girls 2: Niles is such an idiot, I bet he failed his tests!

girl 3: I know, right? Go jump off a cliff, Niles!

Niles: (He looks up from his paper) =_= What the fuck?

Zieg: Um, Niles, please contain your language… Um and no fighting please? @_@’ (He hands out a few more papers)

girl 2: Yeah Niles, contain your language >.>

girl 1: What a stupid eyepatch.

Niles: =__= And where might this be coming from?

girl 3: (She gasps as Braho talks) What? You’re way too modest! Awww hahaha ^///^ Don’t defend that stupid Niles!

Niles: Uh, I’m done acknowledging this. (He continues writing)

Henry: (He glances over slightly as the girls continue talking to Braho) …? (He stares back down at his tests) /Maybe I’ll ask later./

–

Henry: (He sits at the lunch table with Kouta) …

Kouta: Ah, I cannot wait to get home… I’m so drowsy… (He rubs his eyes and drinks a juice box) Hmm… Henry, I heard you had the best test scores again in your classes… That’s quite impressive… (He smiles)

Henry: …? (He looks away) I guess. I don’t get why people keep congratulating me. I wish they would stop because it makes me feel uncomfortable.

Kouta: Hehe, well, everyone is just proud of you…

Henry: ……

Kouta: (He smiles) So anyway, have you talked to him…?

Henry: Huh?… No. (He looks away)

Kouta: Well, he is right over there if you want to ask him now…

Henry: (He looks over at Braho as he talks to Dave and Keaton) But… he’s talking to his friends.

Kouta: I’m sure he won’t mind to spare a small moment… (He giggles)

Henry: …Um, I guess.

Kouta: (He smiles as Henry stands up and walks over to them)

Henry: (He approaches quietly) …… (He opens his mouth to talk but stops) …….

Keaton: Haha!! Dave, that’s so stupid and weird, dude!

Dave: What? You’re the one that collects garbage, man.

Keaton: It’s not garbage. >:/ (He nods) See?! Braho agrees with me and thinks it’s cool!

Dave: Uh-huh? Really? (He folds his arms and chuckles)

Keaton: What? =_= (He looks at Henry as he tries to speak) Hm? Hey, you need something?

Henry: … (He looks up at Braho then averts his eyes) You were telling me about something yesterday… I forgot what is was. Sorry. Can you tell me again?

Dave: (He raises his brow at Braho as he responds) The football game? (He looks at Henry) You sure you want to go? These things are rowdy as hell at this school.

Keaton: Ooh, he’s gotta! This is our last game of the season.

Henry: (He thinks) …? Um… I’ll come.

Dave: I just hope you don’t get crushed in the stands. Some of those girls that come just for this guy are crazy, man… (He nudges Braho)

Keaton: Nah, he’ll be fine! (He smiles at Henry) You don’t even have to cheer if you don’t want to. Moral support is all we need! (He wags his tail)

Henry: (He looks at Keaton) …… Oh. (He flinches in surprise as Braho pats his head) ….. (He looks away and blushes) Okay… bye.

Keaton: See you at the game, tiny bro! (His tail wags harder) Oh man, I’m pumped!

Henry: (He walks back over to Kouta and sits down) ……

Kouta: Ooh, so what was it…? ^^

Henry: It’s… the football.

Kouta: (He tilts his head) You mean a football game…?

Henry: (He blinks) What is that?

Kouta: Well, it’s a sport… One that I would rather not participate in, actually… Um, it’s quite sweaty and there is a lot of people bumping into each other… And, umm… There is a ball involved. That’s all I know… ^^

Henry: Oh… So how do I go there?

Kouta: (He thinks) Hm… Maybe I can take you with me, since I was going anyway… My little brother is playing, too…

Gale: (He puts Kouta in a headlock) HEYA GUYS!!!

Kouta: Oh, there you are… (He smiles)

– –

Kouta: (He sits down on an empty bleacher with Henry and Felicia) This is the quieter side of the stadium, I suppose… (He smiles) This is where Felicia and I usually sit… It is a bit far from the entrance, but at least we are at the front. ^^

Felicia: Yes, it is less… er, rambunctious over here. I like to watch my big brother play but it is distracting if it’s loud ^.^’

Henry: (He looks out at the field) ……Did we miss it?

Kouta: Hmm, no, I don’t think it has started yet…

Asugi: (He sits next to Kouta) What’s up, guys?

Kouta: O-oh, Asugi…? (He blushes) I didn’t know you went to these games… (He smiles)

Asugi: (He eats a bread roll) Yeah, I just kinda felt like it today. (He looks at Kouta) …… (He sighs) You want a snack, don’t you?

Kouta: (He nods) Yes… ^///^

Asugi: Let me guess, panda cookies? (He takes out a box of cookies and hands them to Kouta) I knew it. That’s why I got an extra one for ya.

Kouta: Oooh…! (He holds the box to his face) Thank you, Asugi…! ^////^ (He opens the box and blushes) Yay…

Felicia: (She looks up quickly as the band starts playing) Oh, there’s Serena! Aww, she’s so adorable playing her flute! :3

Kouta: (He looks as the teams run onto the field) Oh, there they are…

Henry: (He jumps slightly as the people in the other bleachers start cheering and yelling) …… (He looks out onto the field) ……?

–

Henry: (He stares at the field) ……

Kouta: (He smiles and taps Henry gently) So what do you think…?

Henry: … I don’t really get it. It’s not math or anything.

Kouta: Hmm, all I know is that when Gale holds the ball, he runs really fast… (He sighs) But he usually gets tackled over since he is shorter than everyone…

Felicia: (She claps as they score) Wow! This is looking like a promising game! ^.^ Yay!

Kouta: (He claps softly) Yay… ^^

Henry: (He stares at Braho as he runs across the field and high fives Keaton) ……

Kouta: (He turns to Henry) …?

Henry: (He keeps staring at Braho then blushes and looks away as he waves) ……

Kouta: Ah, I think he saw you…?

Henry: No… I don’t know. He probably waved to someone else.

Felicia: Is it halftime already? ^.^ (She blinks as Braho walks over to the fence) Huh? Henry, isn’t that who you were talking about? The quarterback? o.o He’s coming over here.

Henry: (He twitches) Urgh… why? (He holds his stomach) What does he want…

Kouta: (He whispers to Henry) Just tell him good job… He probably wants to be friends… ^^

Henry: …… (He looks up at Braho from behind the fence) … You… did a good job.

Kouta: (He smiles at Braho as he talks then looks at Henry) ^^

Felicia: (She holds her hand to her cheek as they talk) O//3//O

Henry: (He tilts his head and keeps his eyes averted as he talks) ……Shouldn’t you be going now? You’ll be late. (He blinks and looks at him)

Kouta: (He waves to Braho as he talks) Good luck, and have fun… Bye bye. ^^

Asugi: See ya, dude. (He waves to Braho)

Henry: (He smiles slightly and looks down as he runs off)

Kouta: (He holds his hands together) Oh…! Henry, a smile…! (He holds Henry’s face gently)

Henry: (He stops smiling) Urgh– What’s the big deal?…

Felicia: O////w////O !!! (She holds her hands together)

Kouta: (He sighs and releases Henry’s face) I have never ever seen you smile… ever…!

Asugi: Uh, you must really like him, huh? (He looks at Henry)

Henry: …… I don’t know. (He holds his stomach) My stomach was hurting that whole time so I just wanted him to leave.

Kouta: (He giggles) Oh, really…? ^^

Asugi: Heh heh.

//

Henry: (He giggles) Gee, I sure was weird back then! I wonder why. …… Oh, anyway! (He smiles and holds Braho’s hands) Thank you for letting me eat from you earlier! (He bows) That really saved me! I thought I was gonna die! Hahaha! And, you tasted really good!

Kenji: (He blushes and chuckles) Heh! Miku, you barely ever do that around me anymore. (He holds Miku) You know, I think that’s really cute.

Tomo: Mom, woohoo!! :D (He claps)

Nicu: (He squeezes water out of his long hair) Ahem. How adorable.

Crepsley: (He smirks at Nicu) Heh. What happened here?

Nicu: (He sticks his nose in the air) Hmph, what are you laughing at, big brother? This is the new style. Being soaked to the bone. Why don’t you try it sometime?

Mettaton: That’s a lie. Such a horrible style. (He flips his hair)

Nicu: (He scoffs) What do you know? You… ahem, robot.

Mettaton: (He lifts his leg in the air) Are you sure you want to go there?

Nicu: (He looks up and down at Mettaton) Calm down, would you?

Mettaton: (He balances on one leg and smirks) Can’t do this, can you? Hahaha!

Henry: (He tips Mettaton over) Haha!

Mettaton: (He falls over) Oof! Owww! Why ever did you do that?!! (He rubs his butt and sits up)

Henry: I dunno, just kinda felt like it!

Mettaton: (He stands up) Well, you’re lucky I don’t break that easily.

Nicu: Hmp! (He folds his arms) How interesting! What are your legs made out of, anyway? Since you can get tipped over like a cow so easily.

Mettaton: (He puts his hands on his hips and fake smiles at Nicu) Why, they are made out of none of your business!

Nicu: Oh, is that so? Wow, tell me more~

Mettaton: (He glares at Nicu) You… little…

Henry: (He laughs nervously as they start arguing) Er– uh oh! Bye! (He runs over to Braho and climbs onto his back) Hup– (He rests his head on Braho’s shoulder) Ah! Thanks for letting me rest here! I’m tired… (He falls asleep)

Galanus: (He pats Henry) Ah, I see he decided to stay after all. owo’ Heh heh. He hasn’t slept in days, good thing he’s catching up o.o’ He does that a lot for some reason.

Kenji: (He holds Miku’s shoulder) Alright, I think it’s time we get going… Tomo, you coming? (He looks around) Tomo? Tomoooo?? Where the hell, kid?

Tomo: (He stops kissing Gino in the other room) O-oh– Gino, my dad’s calling m– @//////////@ (He gets interrupted as Gino kisses him again) Mmh– mmmh…

Kenji: (He squints) …Probably doing something with his boyfriend. I bet that’s it, huh? Well. (He looks at Miku) …  (He bursts into laughter with him) Hahahaha!

Tomo: (He hears Kenji and Miku from the other room) =//////////////////=;;;; Mmrh…

Kenji: Heh. (He wipes his eyes) He’ll just have to catch up, then. See you guys around. (He salutes to Rulf Kano and Juto and walks out with Miku)

Gokudera: Have a good one, you two.

Nicu: Mmm yes, have a “good one” ;D

Mettaton: Oh my god! Shut up. That isn’t even funny.

Nicu: (He glares at Mettaton) Wh– You pin-up hunk of metal!

Mettaton: Excuse me? You’re the one that drinks– ahem– human bodily fluids.

Nicu: Ummm, duh-doy, I need it to survive. You’re pretty dumb for a robot. (He flips his hair)

Mettaton: (Smoke flies from his ears) Grrr!

Gokudera: (He grabs Mettaton and Nicu’s heads) Heh heh! So, what’s going on here?

Nicu: (He gulps) E-err, ohh, your majesty! This ugly used car keeps bothering me~ so sorry.

Mettaton: What did you just call me?!

Gokudera: Now, now… no arguing. I want order, now. (He squeezes their heads tightly) Got it?

Mettaton: Eek! Yes! Let me go before you ruin my processors!! Ow!

Nicu: (He becomes dizzy) Oh my… @_@

Gokudera: (He releases their heads and smirks) Good… Watch yourself, or there will be consequences–… (He holds his head) Urgh…? (He looks at Mettaton and Nicu) Oh, hey guys, good to see ya. You having a good time? (He smiles)

Nicu: Um, no?! You nearly squeezed the brains out of my head! (He pouts)

Mettaton: (He folds his arms and looks at Gokudera) Do you not remember??

Gokudera: Squeezed the brains out of your head…? Er, I have no idea what you’re talking about. ^^’ Sorry. Looks like everyone’s getting ready to go home. Ah, I’d better start cleaning up a little, I guess. (He walks over to Boo) Hey honey, did Dark and Arrow leave already? I guess Dark needed some rest. (He chuckles) Gee, they’re really having another kid?

Mettaton: What is going on here? Sheesh…

Nicu: I don’t even want to know. (He sighs and brushes his hair) Hmph… stupid tangles…

– –

Snake: (He looks at the motorcycle) Whoa– Did you build this? Damn, it’s amazing… (He puts his hand on the front of it) Did you custom build this for me? Steam. (He turns back to Steam and wraps his arm around him and kisses him) Heh, thanks. You know, I’ve got reservations for us tonight. (He shakes his head as Steam questions) I’m not telling, you’re just gonna have to wait and see. (He smirks)

Sans: (He looks at the bike) Wow, that thing’s pretty cool. I have one just like it. (He chuckles as Jessica shakes her head) Yeah, I guess it doesn’t look exactly like it. Heheh.

Snake: (He rubs the back of his head) Yeah, I needed a new bike… the other ones were… destroyed. Uh, in multiple ways. Henry being one of the main causes.

Dirk: I thought so. (He laughs)

Snake: That kid destroyes bikes all the time, actually… (He sighs) More recently, he totaled the commander’s bike. He really got it that time. I remember that night… (He chuckles) It was, uh… pretty comical.

//

commander: (He talks into a walkie talkie) All right, we’ve located them! They’ve got a damn sniper’s nest– Urgh! (He shoots at the snipers) This isn’t going well!! Where’s that Henry kid? He’s late again! How is he expecting to last in this job?!

//???: Err, uh, h-he is on his way, sir. Uh, might I add, he sort of insisted on borrowing your motorcycle to get there faster… He wouldn’t take no for an answer, so…//

commander: What?!!! (He feels his pocket for his keys) That little shit stole my keys?!! When?!

Snake: (He facepalms) Oh no.

Henry: (He revs the motorcycle’s engine and smiles) I’m here, I’m here! Ah, a sniper’s nest?! That’s so fun!~ (He rocks side to side in excitement)

commander: (He runs over to Henry) Hey, you!!! What do you think you’re doing with my bike?!!

Henry: I’m just borrowing it, commander!~ (He takes off on the motorcycle quickly) Wooah– woah!! (He tilts backwards)

commander: HEY!!! (He watches as Henry takes off)

Henry: (He laughs) Hahahahaha!!! (He accelerates and leans forward on the motorcycle)

commander: What are you doing?!!! Nononononono, not that way!! Change direction, you psychotic little ape!! (He starts crying) Wh-why are you doing this to me?!!

soldiers: (They shoot at the snipers)

Snake: (He shoots at the snipers) Damn it– commander, we’re outgunned here. (He stops as he sees Henry fly off of a ramp on the motorcycle) What the…

Henry: (He flies in the air on the motorcycle) Woohooooo!!! (He jumps off of the motorcycle and holds his gun) Gooood—- (He aims the gun at the snipers) —EVENING!! (He shoots one of the snipers in the head)

sniper: AUGH!! (He falls over and drops his gun)

Henry: (He falls into the building and starts shooting the snipers randomly) Hahahaha!!! Ehehe!

snipers: (They scream and fall over)

commander: (He watches his motorcycle fall to the ground and gasps) Haaa…!

Henry: (He continues shooting randomly) …. (He stops) …… (He smiles and makes a 0 with his arms from the window) Hehe!…

commander: (He sobs) Y-y-y-y– y–  you– (He closes his eyes as his motorcycle explodes) …YOU GIVE EM HELL, KID!!!!

Henry: Really?! (He laughs and runs around in the building) Yahoooooo!!~ (He randomly shoots the people in the building)

mobster: (He gets shot by Henry) AGHH!! (He falls over)

Henry: (He continues shooting randomly) Whee hee heee! (He picks up his phone as it rings and answers it) Yello!!~ Oh hi, honey! (He shoots another mobster) Eeeheehee! I’m just fine! I’m picking up dinner! (He laughs as the mobsters try and shoot him) Eee– hahaha! (He shoots more mobsters randomly)

mobsters: (they fall over as Henry shoots them)

Henry: Hahahaha! (He continues talking on the phone with Braho) What’s that?? I’ll be extra careful! Really! (He dodges a punch from one of the mobsters and continues talking on the phone) …… Awww I love you too, honey! Whup!!– (He dodges another punch from the mobster and shoots him in the face) HAHAHA!! Oooh, sooo close!….. (He continues talking on the phone) Eh, ehh? Angela wants to talk to me? Hehehe! Okie dokie, put her on! (He dodges a bullet)

//Angela: (She growls) Mommy!!! >:C//

Henry: Yeeees? (He shoots a mobster)

//Angela: Mommy, hurry up and come home! >:C Hurry up, hurry uuuppp!! Mio is being so mean to me! >n<  (She growls as Mio laughs at her) She made fun of my kagune again! >:c //

Henry: Awww, get along you two~ I’m serious! (He kicks a mobster to the ground and shoots him in the face) I’m almost done getting dinner! Are ya hungry?

//Angela: Finally!! Yes! Geez mom >:C I was about to chew daddy’s arm off!!//

Henry: Ahahahaha!! And Angela?

//Angela: Yes? -o-//

Henry: (He shoots a mobster from across the hallway) Your kagune is the best ever! It’s so awesome! It’s so awesome that mom is jealous!

//Angela: (She blushes) Wh-what?! Don’t lie to me mom!! >:///C//

Henry: I’m not lying! Gee! (He laughs) I love your kagune, and I love YOU!! Mwah!

//Angela: Moooooommm!!! >/////< You’re so embarrassing!!…… I love you too… >^>//

Henry: (He blushes) Heeheeheehee!!! Mio loves you also, okay? She just doesn’t really know how to, err, express it! Kinda like me when I was little!

//Angela: Okay… ./////. //

Snake: (He looks at the commander) Er… got any orders, sir?

commander: (He falls to his knees and rests his head on the ground in front of the destroyed motorcycle) Leave me to cry for a while… (He sobs) My baby… (He strokes one of the motorcycle parts) ……

//

Snake: (He shakes his head) Er, at the very least, our missions are more successful with him around. He was the one that filled in for me while I took leave. (He smirks) Did a pretty damn good job, too…

Xiaoli: (He runs over to Snake and Steam and hugs them both) Ah you two!!! :O It is your anniversary day!

Snake: (He pats Xiaoli with Steam) Heh, hey kid, how are you?

Xiaoli: (He releases them and spins around) I am great! The flower shop is closed early for today!

Lei: (He walks outside with two cubs on his back) …? /Ah, Xiaoli!/ (He lets the cubs down) /Fai, Yui, you want to go say hi to Xiaoli?/

Fai: (He runs over to Xiaoli with Yui and growls) :3

Xiaoli: Ahhh! (He kneels down to them) Eee! I am being attacked so viciously!! >O< (He pets them)

Fai: (He gnaws on Xiaoli’s arm) >:3

Xiaoli: Oh no, I am dying! >O< (He puts his hand on his head dramatically)

Fai: (He snuffles) :3

Xiaoli: Tee hee hee! (He pets Yui as she licks him)

Lei: /Uh, Xiaoli, where’s your boyfriend?/

Xiaoli: Oh, him? (He shakes his head) I don’t know! He is always doing something! ^///^ I am going to make baozi! It is my first time making it, so he had better like it! >:C (He folds his arms)

Lei: (He chuckles) /Well, I should wish him luck in trying to eat it…/

Xiaoli: I am going to follow the recipe this time!! I mean it! >n< Anyway, have a good time at your date! ^^ (He waves at Snake and Steam)

Snake: Ah, right. (He picks up Steam) Alright, let’s get ready. You’re in for a treat. (He walks inside with him and chuckles) What? I thought you liked being carried.

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Ryou: (He stands in the doorway and looks at his hand) E… eh…? (He turns a deep red) A-ah– I-I’m sorry, I-I’ll get the– the curry! X//////////X (He takes off his shoes and slides the door shut behind him) Um… um… (He runs into the kitchen)

Naoki: (He jumps onto Stephan’s lap and meows) o_o (He paws the table)

Ryou: Naoki, wants some too… O-okay!! (He stirs the curry and checks on the rice) Not quite… done… (He touches the stove accidentally) @________@ (He jumps back quickly and holds his hand)

???: (He slides the door open) Ryooou?? Ie ni iru??

Ryou: (He gasps) O-o–oootousan!! @A@;

???: (He walks into the kitchen) Eh? D-daijoubu ka, Ryou? Doushita no?? @_@ (He turns to Stephan) Oh! Company! o_o

Ryou: (He opens and closes his mouth and looks back and forth at Stephan and ???) @///////////@

???: Ryou, you are doing that thing again with your face ^^’ What is it? Your friend over for dinner? :D

Ryou: (He nods) o////o;

???: That is no problem, Ryou! Ah that’s right, you told me you might invite him over. Why are you acting so nervous– ah o_o

Ryou: O/////////O; ?????

???: Ahh, maybe, is it…? o_o Could it be you’re freaking out because you didn’t make enough dinner for all of us? ^^“

Ryou: N-n—noo– i-it’s just– I– ahh. @////@

???: Oh– no? So I can eat, too? o3o Then what is wrong? (He sits next to Stephan) Hi! I’m Reiichi, Ryou’s dad. Ryou talks about you sometimes! Yes, I know of you. You look just like Ryou said! You’re Stephan, right? :D

Ryou: (He blushes and runs back into the kitchen) @///////@ I-I’ll finish dinner!!

Reiichi: (He folds his arms) o^o Geez, Riri. (He chuckles and looks at Stephan) Errr, you’re quite a tall fellow! Errr… (He looks at him) Errr… hmm… o3o”’ (He shakes his head) A-ahh, it’s n-nothing! @v@; It’s just, you don’t seem like the type of person Ryou would approach! It’s kind of funny :D

Ryou: (He stirs the curry) @////////////////////////@;;;;

Reiichi: (He blinks as Stephan looks at him) OvO;; E-errr… Ah, anyway! (He smiles at Stephan) I see he is quiet around you. Yes, he is quite timid around people sometimes. But he will get used to you. He is very loud once you get to know him. :D I mean very loud! Especially with his baseball team. I don’t really get it, but it seems like they are having fun. ^^’

Ryou: (He shakily takes the rice off of the stove) x///////x’’ (He takes the curry pot and sets it on the table)

Reiichi: Ohh, it’s curry! ^^ Here, I will get the rice and the plates. You sit down, Ryou. :D (He walks into the kitchen)

Ryou: (He sits down next to Stephan and whispers) …….  Um… I didn’t know… Umm… that my dad would… be home. @/////////@ (He looks down) S-sorry… I-I just wanted us to have dinner together… B-but I’m glad you could meet him… ^v^’

Reiichi: (He sets the plates down) Ah! Here we go! (He sets the rice pot on the table) Itadakimaaaasu– (He jumps as his phone rings) U-uwah! @_@ Bikkurishita!!! Who is it…? (He answers his phone and walks back into the kitchen) Moshimoshi? ……Ahh, maji de?? @_@;; (He sighs) Wakatta. …….. Nn. Nn, nn. ….. Jaa. (He hangs up)

Ryou: oAo (He peeks into the kitchen) Otousan?

Reiichi: (He walks back to the table) Ah! Change of plans. This business trip was rescheduled… (He sighs) I’m gonna have to stay at a hotel in Tokyo for tonight if I wanna be on time. I’d better get going… (He sighs) Geez, and you even made curry, Riri! I was so excited! @_@ So please make some when I get back. Please. @_@

Ryou: (He nods) ^v^; Hai…

Reiichi: Yosh-ii! See you in a few days, Riri! Alright! And good to meet you, Mr. Stephan! See youuu later! (He waves and walks out the front door) Gotta hurry! Speedy speedy!!

Ryou: (He waves) …… (He sighs in relief as Reiichi leaves) Haaaa… @/////@;;; (He rests his head on the table)

Tajima: (He knocks on the window) o_o

Ryou: (He jumps slightly) OAO;; (He looks out of the window)

Tajima: (He grins from behind the window) MIHASHI!! YOU MAKING CURRY?!! :D I SMELLED IT WHEN I WALKED BY!! (He looks at Stephan) OH YOU’RE ON A DATE!! O_O

Ryou: (He covers his face) @////@

Tajima: WELL CAN I GET SOME CURRY REALLY QUICK?!! I’M STARVING!! :D

Ryou: (He nods) @//////@;;;

Tajima: Woot woot!!! (He slides the front door open and quickly slides off his shoes) Ojama shimasu!! (He runs over to the table and takes a plate from the kitchen) I’ll just be one second, get curry, and leave right away! :D Mmmm, smells good!! (He fills his plate) Sorry about this, I really didn’t mean to interrupt! I’m just so hungry!!

Ryou: It’s okay ^v^

Tajima: Itadakimasu!!! (He takes a bite and starts to walk out) Mmmm! Thanks Mihashi, you’re the best!! You two have a good time! (He puts his shoes back on) Ittekimasu! I’ll give you this plate back tomorrow at practice!! I’ll wash it and everything!

Ryou: Ah, okay… I-itterashaimasu @v@“’

Tajima: See ya!! (He walks out and slides the door shut)

Ryou: (He looks at Stephan then looks away) Q/////Q I-I’m sorry… We can eat now! (He opens the rice and curry pots and fills the plates)

Naoki: (He meows happily as Ryou puts some on his plate) :3

Ryou: (He picks up his spoon and looks at the curry) O//q//O I-itadakimasu! (He starts eating) Mmh… (He blinks as Stephan talks) Eh…? …Y-you think it’s good? Yay… @///@

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Ryou: (He puts the plates in the sink and washes them) ovo;;;;

Naoki: (He hops onto the counter and meows) -3- (He jumps onto the windowsill)

Ryou: O-oh, here, Naoki… :> (He opens the window)

Naoki: (He hops out of the window and runs outside) :3

Ryou: (He shuts the window and sighs) /I-I can’t believe… Stephan is here… at my house… What am I doing…?/ @////~////@ (He turns off the water) …… (He turns around and bumps into Stephan) A-aaah– oh– Q////////Q (He looks up at him while shaking and blushing) //T-too close!!!! I-I feel like my heart is going to beat out of my chest and onto the floor and…!!// @///////////@ H-huh?… I’m.. I'm… fine! Um…! (He backs away) S-so, d-do you wanna stay for a little bit? O-or are you busy? I-it’s okay… either way!! I-I don’t mind either way! @///////@;;; I-I’m not going to sleep for another 2 hours… or so. @////////@

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Shuji: (He strokes Roku’s cheek) Roku… (He glares at the broken window) Grr, a shitty intruder?! I KNEW SOMETHING WAS UP!! (His back flames up)

Shu: Ahem, father… You might melt mother. Do be careful. ^^

Shuji: Shit, I’m sorry!! (He sighs calms down) No way, I’m not leaving him alone for one second. Nuh uh. (He holds Roku) I’m taking leave for as long as this takes to be over with. Even if I have to find this bastard myself!!! (He glares at Roku) Don’t you even try and tell me I can’t!!

Sal: @w@ Uh oh… Shuji’s freaking out.

Shu: (He sighs) Father, do you not think this is a bit much–

Shuji: (He raises his fist at Shu) You kiddin’ me?!!! I’ll friggin handcuff myself to him!! You underestimate me, kidd'o!!

Shu: (He shakes his head) Hmmm.

Shuji: (He pats Shisui’s head) If this shitty intruder touches any of you either, they’re dead!! (He turns to Levi as he talks) YEAH!! You get it, kid!! That’s my boy! (He fist bumps Levi)

Shu: I think we all need to take a moment to cool down. (He sits down and grabs Levi and pulls him down next to him) We’ll start with Levi. ^^

Shuji: What?! Cool down?! We are COOL!! (He growls)

Shu: No, father, I don’t think you are.

Shuji: Ha?!

Sal: o3o You do seem a little tense. Maybe you should calm down :3 So we can figure something out.

Shu: Sal is right. Why don’t you kiss mother? And breathe. ^^

Shuji: (He blushes) Kiss?!!! Fine!! (He holds Roku’s face gently and kisses him) =////= … (He sighs)

Shu: Wow, that worked like a charm…

Sal: Aww… ;////; (She holds her hands together)

Shu: (He smiles at Levi) And for Levi… (He chuckles) What? I’m not going to make you kiss anyone. All you need is ice water. (He smirks) Dumped on your head… I can already imagine you drenched in water. That’s kind of cute. ^^ (He pinches Levi’s cheek)

Shuji: (He looks at Rushka) You have any idea who did this? Is it someone of your kind that you know? (He sighs) No?… Dammit… Maybe we should ask Seth.

???: (He peeks in) …… (He sees Sal and Malik)

Sal: Oh!! (She smiles at ???) Grey! Hello sweetheart! ^^ What are you doing here?

Grey: I was just following you guys… (He walks in) Am I allowed in here?…

Shuji: Ah, come on in, kid! (He grins at Grey)

Shu: (He smirks as Grey walks in) Heh, Levi, isn’t that your little crush at school? Ooh… (He chuckles as Levi smacks his head)

Grey: … (He sits with Malik and Sal) …… Is everything… okay? (He looks at Roku and frowns) Oh no… are you okay?

Sal: Ah, Roku seems to have gotten injured ^^’ There’s been an intruder in here. Your dad has been a detective today! Hee hee xD

Grey: (He smiles at Malik) Dad, you’re so smart…

Sal: (She giggles) :3

Grey: (He notices Levi and blinks) …… Oh… Levi?

Shu: (He laughs as Levi runs out) Pfft– What a nerd….

Grey: (He frowns) ……Where did he go?…

Lancelot: Whooa getting better princess. Well Sina, it seems you can do something right?

Sina: Well, shoot (She smiled and scratched her head) I always wanted some little critters. Don’t thank me ma’am. I’m just being myself. (She pats Iris’s back) My, Ma’am you are mighty purty up close!

Lancelot: No you don’t Sina. Her majesty has standards.

Sina: Son, You have more lip than murly cow. =w= (She placed her hands on her hips) A gals, like to hear that they got it goin on. (She smiled) I know that because I’m a gal too.

Ceto: (She giggled as Lancelot argued with Sina).......(She heard something splash in the lake) O^O !!

Lancelot: What is god’s name!?

Sina: Whatever It was, hit the water really hard. O.e

Ceto:... (She moved deeper in the water)

Lancelot: M-my lady!? Where do you think you are going? You are going the wrong way.

Ceto: It could be someone in trouble. They could be hurt. (She noticed a floating body) Oh dear….(She realized and rushed over) Oh my god!!

Sina: What? What is it?!

Ceto: (She picked up Alicia) Oh my gosh! It’s the princess! She fell into my lake. *o* (She looked at Alicia again and panicked) Ah-Ah she looks injured. Oh what do I do what do I do?

Lancelot: Bring her over here? We’ll take a look at her. ^^;

Ceto: Oh yes of course. (She swam back over to them with Alicia) It’s the Princ--

Lancelot: Where is her shirt?! (He covered his eyes) I refuse to look at a woman that is indecent. It is against my values and it is extremely rude.

Ceto: ….I do not have garments covering me. e_e

Lancelot: This is different... She has breast...you…(He closed his mouth as Ceto glared at him)

Ceto: e____e;

Sina: (she sighed and covered Alicia with her shirt) Better? (She smacked Lancelot’s head)

Lancelot: Now you have no shirt! =-=

Sina: I have my undergarments now don’t I?

Ceto: My goodness, you sure are muscular.

Sina: Yee,I have time on my hands so I try to stay fit. It starts to add up. (She adjusted her belt buckle) Yeeeup.

Alicia: (She coughed) ….! (She breathed)

Ceto: P-Princess Alicia? (She stroked her cheek) She looks awful..(He placed her hand on her head)...she is not conscious..

Alicia: ……

Lancelot: His majesty will be angry if he sees two mermaids..let alone have the prince and princess near.

Ceto: But, she needs help. Is there nothing that can be done?

Lancelot: My lady, My duty is to keep the royal family safe..

Ceto:... My duty as a water dweller is to keep my ruler safe.

Sina: ..(She rolled up her pants leg and walked into the water) I picked up something from ther native tribe I met up with down in ther canyon. (She held on to Alicia and smiled at Ceto) Let's see if it works,huh?

Ceto: (Her eyes sparkled) Oh! Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!

Lancelot: e___e

Sina: It's pretty simple so nothing special. (She placed her thumb at the center of Alicia’s chest and her index finger at the center of her forehead) Put your hands at her temples.

Ceto: (She nodded and did as Sina said) Okay.

Sina: Now press.. (She presses down on Alicia pressure points)

Ceto: (She held her temples until Alicia opened her eyes) P-Princess!

Alicia: ….? (She blinked and sat up) Where am I?

Sina: Feeling alright. That was same fall.

Alicia: I am fine.. (She thought to herself) However I do not remember where I was before. Ceto: Well do not struggle. Stay as long as you like. It is an honor to have the princess in my lake. (She bowed)

Alicia: You have my thanks…

Ceto: In the meantime get some rest! (She smiled nervously) /Whoa the princess is really next to me/

Alicia: (She lied on her back and closes her eyes)

Lancelot: (He crossed his arms) I hide you know what you are doing, my lady. Having a mermaid...The king will--

Ceto: Away with the king. He's a dead man anyways if he harms my family. You have your duties as a knight and I have mine as a marine creature. She is staying, Sir Lancelot. (She turned away from him)

Sina: (She climbed out of the lake and waved to Ceto) See you later friends.

Ceto: Yes. Thank you so much for your help! :3

Sina: Another good deed, little lady. (She tipped her hat) Welp, Ma’am If it is alright with you. I would like to set up camp here a day. (She looked at Iris) Maybe a towel. I am soaked (She laughed)

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Xalvador: My prince? (He held Kouta’s shoulder) You think so….(He thought for a moment)

Arthur: Sir? (He looked at him and Kouta)

Matin: Is the prince okay? (She frowned)

Xalvador: Yes, however, I believe we should depart.

Matin: Oh? I see. (She smiled sadly) I guess you all have been here long enough. I very much enjoyed have you all as guest. :3

Arthur: Sir, what is this about? Did something happen for us to just leave?

Xalvador: No.

Arthur: ………

Matin: (she turned to Arthur) Well continue your training when you get back to your side of the capital. (She shook her finger) Never forget what you learned here. (She smiled)

Arthur: ……(He looked down at Matin) ……..

Matin: (She tilted her head and stroked his cheek)  You seem worried. What is troubling you?

Xalvador: /It is probably best not to mention the events that will take place here./ (He began walking away with Kouta) Arthur, we need to leave soon.

Arthur: I just feel like something bad...something--deadly will happen.

Matin: (She smiled and pats his shoulder) Do not worry Arthur. I promise everything will be fine. Perhaps you should eat something on the way home.

Arthur: Matin...I..

Matin:....You do not have to say a word..(She took a flower from her hair and held it) I hope you never forget me. My feelings for you will never change. I just wished we had more time..

Arthur: (He held her hands and leaned over and rested his head against herself) I will wait for you. I will return a warrior. That is my promise to you. As long as you stay alive.

Xalvador: (He looked back at Arthur and Matin)..........

//?????: Xalvador..(She walked over to him and held him from behind) Must you go?

Xalvador: (He sighed) My lady, I must..We are of two different kingdoms. You are the Princess and I am a knight of another court. Besides, I am dangerous..

??????: (She held on to him tighter) My father can not keep us apart forever. Someday we will bare our own children and live together! (She proclaimed) I would give up my status as princess just for--

Xalvador: ! (He turned around and looked down at her) Do not lower yourself down to my level for my sake.

??????:  (She smiled) I will, because I love you more than I love my own self.

Xalvador: !! (His eyes widened as he looked away) Er, how could you say something so…

??????: Hehe. You are embarrassed. I must have caught the noble knight off guard. (She grinned) I am the swan princess.

Xalvador: What does that have to do-- (He blushed as She gazed at him) My, how so lucky with a beautiful wife.

?????: (She smiled widely) How does a princess find such strong handsome husband………(She heard her father) Xalvador….

Xalvador: I should be going...if he see what I am...he’ll hurt you for speaking with me.

??????: Nay needn’t worry for me. (She stroked his cheek) You be safe and return to me whole.

Xalvador: As do you.(He leaned over and kissed her before back away into a thick layer of black smoke)

//

Xalvador: (He noticed Kouta shaking him) E-Er Princess-- (She looked down at Kouta) Oh..My prince….... my apologies..(He held his head and walked away from Kouta) My head is just..aching..

Matin: (She smiled and released the flower into his hand) One day. Someday, the two will meet up again.( She took the other one from her hair) I will keep this one with me..

Arthur: ..Okay. ( He turned as Xalvador called) Y-Yes Sir! ( He bowed to Matin the stood back upright)

Matin: Goodbye Noble Knight Arthur. (She watched as he walked over to Xalvador and the others)

Xalvador: (He lied down and allowed Arthur and everyone on his back)

Arthur: Whoa sir. You sure are a beast. (He lied down on his back)

Xalvador: (He cleared his nostrils and tapped his hooves)..

Arthur: My apologies, sir. ^^

Xalvador: (He looked back at Matin and shook his mane)

Matin: Heh, Bye Xalvador. ^^ Be safe..there are rebels out there.

Xalvador: (He nodded before galloping across the bridge and into the forest)

Matin: (She held the flower close to her heart)

Maiden: They left? Well it was nice having them here. My lady, Shall we make preparation for your bath?

Matin: Yes, however give me a moment..

Maiden: Yes of course.(She walked back inside the castle)

Matin: …….

Hannes: (She looked at Matin)...(She looked down and held her arms) /What a bother. Those two were so in love. Such tragedy../ (She looked down at her sword)...? What are you going on about? ………...huh? Something terrible will happen soon? (She held her sword with two hands) What can you see?...(She looked deep inside the Gem and saw events of the future)

//

Arthur: Haha, I’ll only be a minute..(He waved at Xalvador and walked further into the woods) perfect time to have to use the bathroom. Just what is Sir in such a hurry for.

Nox: ….? (He noticed Arthur) A traveler? (He thought to himself) Hey, you there? (He called to Arthur)

Arthur: ! ( He finished up quickly and pulled up his pants) Uh, how do you do? I was using the bathroom @_@

Nox: I do apologize. You are a traveler? Where to?

Arthur: Back to my court. Other side of the capital. (He smiled)

Nox: Eh? You don't say? That is a long travel. (He closed his eyes) Well I wish for safe travels. For be cautious..the royal guard from the castle little ways from here they are dangerous. I would know..they killed my foster family.

Arthur: Oh. I am sorry for your lost.

Nox: Yes...however they will pay with their lives (He clenched his fist).. Well I’ll let you be on your way. (He started walking)

Arthur: Ah, My name, how rude of me..My name is Arthur sir.

Nox: .(He turned around)...Nice meeting you Sir Arthur. I am Nox. (He bowed his head) Good day..

Arthur: Oh……….….!! (He turned back around and noticed Nox was gone) N-Nox?! @_@ Is that Matin’s Twin??

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Arthur: (He looked down from the mountains at The Novarista Castle) !!! What has happened!? There is a large battle! Fire!

Xalvador: …….

Arthur: Sir? Sir...you...you knew this would happen? (He slowly shook his head and looked at Kouta) Y-You too Prince Kouta…..(He shook his head) For shame..you-- all of you!..Leaving those people to die!(He dismounted Xalvador) I refuse to travel any further..

Xalvador: (He turned around to Arthur  and stomped his Hooves and growled)

Arthur: I am sorry, sir. But this is one order I can not go through with.

Xalvador: …..(He tried to pick Arthur up with his teeth)..!?

Arthur: (He moved away) No Sir. I will not go with you! Just because you lost your true love doesn't mean I have to lose mine. At least I have a chance to protect her.. (He looked at Xalvador and realized what he had said).........

Xalvador: (He moved away from Arthur)...

Arthur:..... Sir, I am so--(He noticed a blue flowers flow in the wind)...!! Matin..(He picked up the flower and pulled the other one from his pouch).....Sir, please She is in danger!

Xalvador: ……(He looked at Arthur)....

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Matin: (She shook her head and held Arthur’s body) No..Arthur…(She shook him and cried) Arthur. Arthur!

Xalvador: (He stopped fighting and turned to Arthur and Matin)!! K-Kid..?

Nox: Urgh--akk ( He coughed up blood and held his stomach) Urg

Hannes: (She held Nox upright and supported him) What have you done?

Nox: …….(He breathed heavily and closed his eyes) I realized the truth a little to late …

Matin: (She felt his face) He is so cold! (She sniffed and held his hands) God no..God no..give him back to him.

Xalvador: (He kneeled down to Arthur and looked at him) …….(He frowned) ...first my wife, my unborn child...now my son Arthur.. (He held his head) I can not seem to do anything right.

Matin: (She looked at her sword and slowly reached for it) I….I just.. (She picked it up slowly with shaky hands) ...I...want to be with him..(She held the blade out)

Nox: !!! S-Sister!

Maiden: Your highness!! Stop!

Matin: (She closed her eyes and tried to stab herself) --(She heard opened her eyes and realized Xalvador held in the sword) --!! Do not stop me.

Xalvador: Matin...This is not the way.

Matin: (She dropped the sword and fell into Xalvador’s arms).....

Xalvador: (He held Matin and looked at Arthur).........There might be a way to bring life back to him… (He set Matin to the side)... (He kneeled down to Arthur and removed his thick gloves) I tried once for my wife but I was not lucky...Hopefully..I can save him.

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Hannes: (She blinked and noticed Matin and the maiden)..!? My lady..(She rushed over to her side) Is everything okay.

Matin:(She shook her head) An arrow from the rebels almost hit us. Ms. What does the letter say?

Maiden: (She looked up from the letter).................--Your highness, this is a threat.

Matin: A….(She looked at the maiden).......(She held her hands together and thought before responding to the Maiden) Rally the troops. Have them meet me in to court. It is a time of war.

Maiden: Right away. (She quickly ran into the castle)

Hannes: (She looked up at the sky) /It’s starting…..just as I saw. God help us/ (She placed her hands together and prayed) /Arthur is our only hope..you must speak with Nox...convince him of the truth./

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Nox: (He walked in the forest and closed his eyes) Finally, after years and years of training and determination. (He clenched his fist) We invade the Castle. (He heard someone talking and blinked) ….eh? (He followed the sound and saw Arthur) A traveler….? (He thought to himself walking towards Arthur) Hey, you there? (He called to Arthur) Arthur: ! (He finished up quickly and pulled up his pants) Uh, how do you do? I was using the bathroom @_@ Nox: I do apologize. You are a traveling? Where to? Arthur: Back to my court. Other side of the capital. (He smiled) Nox: Eh? Do say? (He gave him a fascinated look)That is a long journey.. (He closed his eyes) Well I wish for safe travels. The be cautious..the royal troops from the castle in the valley, they are dangerous. I would know..they killed my foster family. They rein under one corrupted ruler. Arthur: Oh. I am sorry for your lost. Nox: Yes...however they will pay with their lives (He clenched his fist).. Well I’ll let you be on your way. (He started walking) Arthur: Ah, My name how rude of me..My name is Arthur sir. Nox: .(He turned around)...Nice meeting you Arthur. I am Nox. (He bowed his head) Good day.. Arthur: Oh…w-wait….!! (He turned back around and noticed Nox was gone) N-Nox?! @_@ Is that Matin’s Twin?? Nox? (He looked around) Oh, I could have told him..(He sighed)

Nox: (He stood behind Arthur) Told me what?

Arthur: (He jumped as he heard Nox)!! @_@ Err-- (He held Nox’s shoulder) Nox it’s about your sister.

Nox: My sister? (He nodded firmly) I demand to hear immediately..My sister...she is all I have left.

Arthur: Please come with me.

Nox: The invasion is soon.

Arthur: Believe me...you need to hear this.

Nox:.............(He nodded to Arthur) Very well. My sister is more important. (He followed Arthur) Whereso are you taking me, sir?

Arthur: To my friends. We have met your sister.

Nox: Say? That is great...however...I been told for the longest that she was trapped in that corrupted Castle. Forced to do the ruler’s bidding. Was I told falsely?

Arthur: Very.

Nox: Nay…(He held his head before looking at Xalvador) Whoa. May my eyes deceive me? What the scouts said were true? (He observed Xalvador) What a beast.

Arthur: (He looked at Nox then at Xalvador) Oh, yes. Sir is very much real.

Xalvador: (He shook his mane and sat down) ….

Arthur: Sir, everyone. This is Sir Nox. Lady Matin’s twin brother.

Nox: (Hr bowed to them) Matin? What a beautiful name…(He sat down on a large log) Please tell me everything.

Arthur: (He Sat down next to Nox and looked at Xalvador as he tried to communicate)....o-o uh...sir?

Nox: …..??(He looked at Arthur in confusion)

Arthur: We cannot understand you, sir. Maybe I should explain

Xalvador: (He sat down and looked at Arthur)

Arthur: Nox, listen..

-Moments later-

Nox: (He held his head) How is this possible. Since birth we were separated..All this hatred that I have accumulated over the years..(He stood up)

Arthur: ….?

Nox: If what you say is the truth. Then, I cannot bring myself to fight my sister, Matin. Instead, we need to speak to one another. We both fight for justice but it is blind.

Arthur: It is a huge misunderstanding! A bigger question is who set you two up. Who is capable of turning an entire kingdom against each other.

Nox: I am not too sure. Sir Arthur...

Xalvador: (His ears twitched as he heard a horn)

Nox:...!

Arthur: What was that?

Nox: It's the signal for battle...This was supposed to be my job. I am the leader of the rebellion..(He exhaled and made a bird noise) I must call of this whole thing immediately.(He extended his arm as a Falcon perched)

Arthur: I say, what a fair bird. It looks strong.

Nox: Of course he is..(He closed his eyes) He was trained by myself….(He looked at ???)  Nay, Flint deliver this to north squadron..(He attached a slip of paper to his feet)

Arthur: That is a big bird..

Flint: (He squawked at Arthur as he wandered too close)

Arthur: (He moved away) I apologize. North squadron? You had the castle surrounded??!

Nox: (He nodded) I...In my youth I was taught general and advance war tactics. I was trained to fight and defend myself. (He sent Flint off) ...If he is successful we will hear another horn. It will signal reconsideration. (He closed his eyes and sat back down)

Arthur: /He is different from Matin. Most likely day and night..he is so serious and cold whereas Matin is nice and compassionate../…(He looked at Nox again) /Heh looks sick….when was the last time he rested?/

Nox: Is something on your mind?..

Arthur: /He can see me??/

Nox: Honestly, I can feel you staring at me.. I don't like it.

Arthur: /Heh, I'd that what Matin would look like if she was pouting...how cute/

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Scarlet: (She looked at Ryoma) Oh no @_@ (She pointed at him) “You had better stop! You are the Prince and...and I am just some witch in training--I just--”

Lance: Haha! Scarlet is speak some weird language!

Scarlet: (She stopped and noticed She wasn't making real words) Oh god..I jacked up. I looked like a total loser(She collapsed on to the sand) Someone please..just kill me. .______.(She curled up into a ball) there is a rock….right there..please use it on my head.. .___.

Lance: Do not say that Ms. I thought your jibber  jabber was exceptional. (He said with a smile)

Scarlet: (She looked up at Lance and held her head) Jibber jabber?? Oh no I really did sound stupid. I will avoid this guy like the plague, Mhm!-- just watch me. ;___; (She realized and looked around) Wait where is….where is Francis?

Espella: Francis? Now that you mention it..He has been very quiet and I haven't seen him in a while.

Toba: (He flicked his tongue) Heh..Lord Gijiri has him now.

Espella: Toda? But how is that?

Toda: Do not underestimate my lord’s abilities. You were simply taking too long. Now Lord Gijiri will feast on you friend. Ehahahaha.

Scarlet: No way. We have to get to that Masinowa! Quickly! That boat is going to take way too long.. (She thought for a moment)......hmm…(She snapped her fingers) Lucky for us I have a warping spell that will get us right on over in no time..(She opened her book and sighed) Well that sucks..uh it says however I'll need an object to focus on. It would have been great if I saw Francis leave. Now what are we gonna do.

Espella: (She sighed)

Lance: (He picked up a bow and arrow) Heh we could always shoot this all the way across the sea (He laughed)

Scarlet: Prince this is no time for jokes (She smiled at him) But I wish..

Espella:......(She looked at the bow and arrow)

// Hinabi: Whoa!! Kanato! Your Arrow travel this far?! How did you do that?

Kanato:...I do not know...lately I have been realizing something../I have these unexplainable abilities.../

Hinabi: Next time we should try across the sea. Heh we could probably sent messages to other villages then. (She smiled) Let's get home. :3

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Espella: …..Across the ocean?..../Can I really do that/ Just a minute Prince Lance.. (She walked over to him).. May I?

Lance: S-Sure I was just about to throw it in the ocean. ^^;

Scarlet: Espella? What are you thinking.

Espella: I remembered...way back when..I use to be quite the archiver. (She breathed) I just hope I can earn my skills back../We have to save Sir Francis He will be a father../ (She prepared her bow)...

Scarlet: Take your time we are asking for alot here @_@ You can shoot that Arrow all the way over there? What kinda a Being were you back the--(She noticed the Ristaccia Gem in her chest and back away)../ She Is one of them??!/

Espella:.......

Lance: Scarlet? Is something wrong?

Scarlet: ………

Lance: Scarlet? (He shook her)

Scarlet: ….?(She blinked and looked at Lance) Huh?

Lance: Espella is about to shoot. You need to.focus right?

Scarlet: Y-Yes..I am sorry.. (She walked over to Espella opened her book) Let's do this.. (She Read a spell to herself and placed her hand on the blade of the arrow)....Okay Espella, good luck. (She smiled)

Espella: (She nodded and breathed)....(She closed her eyes and draws)

Lance: ……..(He felt a gust of wind)...o_o

Scarlet: ..! (She shielded her eyes from the wind)?../Such power...o_o/

Espella: (She tilted the bow upward and shot the arrow) …..? (She tilted her head as it made a rainbow) Uh?

Scarlet: (She looked at Espella and watched the arrow) O____O No...No..No (She shook her head) Who are are you?! (She pointed at Espella) I have seen this before in an old legend!

Lance: That thing is soaring! :D

Espella: (She looked at Scarlet and blinked) I…..I am Kanato Otsuchi. I think...

Scarlet: *0* (She jumped up and down) Hahaaha! You are like a Japanese Legend! Oh my gosh how could not know until now!? (She took a book out of her bag) I saw the Ristaccia Gem on your chest and I….I..I knew! :3 There is only one person that could shoot an arrow like that. However the legend was never finished...

Espella: …? @_@

Scarlet: Err..it will come back to you. Let's get to Masinowa!(She pointed and warped with everyone)

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Francis: O-O…..(He looked at Gijiri) What do you want from me!? @_@

Gijiri: (He sighed and rubbed his temples) For the 3rd time-- Nothing. I only took you to spark Kanato’s  interest. She will arrive soon.

Francis: What do you want with Espella anyways. Didn't you burn down her village.

Gijiri: I did but…

Espella: Gijiri!!

Francis: Espella! :D

Lance: Francis are you hurt? (He rushed over to him)

Francis: Do not worry for me prince. I am strong.

Gijiri: Oh? Kanato--(He grinned) My have you change a b--(He gets slapped by Espella)!!

Scarlet: (She cringed) Goodness that had to hurt @_@

Espella: Gijiri I am here to avenge my village! You've killed so many people..So many that death itself is not enough punishment for you.

Gijiri: (He rubbed his cheek) Yes but….You did  have to hit me. How rude..have you lost your manners too. You shouldn't provoke The Snake Lord.

Lance: (He narrowed his eyes at Gijiri)

Gijiri: Have a seat at least. (He eyed Espella) We haven't seen each other since thousands  of years ago. (He lite his pipe and puffed smoke) Have a seat old friend.

Scarlet: (She glared at Gijiri) What kind of twisted..--You think we came here to have a dandy conversation???

Espella: (She bow her head and clenched her fist in anger) You killed..innocent people...my child-- burned everything to the ground. You expect me to just...forgive you?...I am friend of yours no more.

Gijiri: (He closed his eyes) Why dawn on the past? It will not change the fact that they are dead. (He smirked as Tado coiled around his neck)

Espella:......

Scarlet: You! (She pointed angrily)! You!!-- Urg! The fact that you are sitting here nonchalant to the fact that you slaughtered and burned her entire village-- Your entire village!! You are beyond grotesque!

Gijiri: You have my thanks..I never said I was a  peach. Look, Call it what you will...I have my reasons. (He closed his eyes)

Scarlet: Why you!!

Espella: Leave him...there is no point…(She looked at Gijiri) Take to my village..

Gijiri: (He looked at Espella then looked away) It won't make you feel any--

Espella: You certainly didn't take my feeling into count when you…(She trembled)..you..(She fell to the ground sobbing)

Gijiri: …..!

Scarlet: (She looked at Espella and wiped her eyes)...

Lance: (He watched as Apollo embraced Espella)/ She is one of the strongest women I have ever met. Who knew she had a bad past life and to have lived this long with that burden/

Francis: Oh my…;n;

Gijiri: (He narrowed his eyes at Apollo before he stood up) Kanato..Let's go.(He started walking)

Espella: (She wiped her eyes and stood up with Apollo) I'm okay..(She held on to Apollo)...

Scarlet: Can we trust this guy?

Espella: I have to...I wish to stand on my ground one last time. (She followed Gijiri with everyone)

Lance: Yes, I think it's best if we pay our respects to the village..

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Gijiri: ….(He stopped walking and looked around) Here.

Espella: ….! (She noticed the huge meadow of blue flowers)

Scarlet: Eh? This is some flower field! If you think this is funny.

Gijiri: You do not understand this truly is Jakotsu..I burned it..because it was filthy..full of poverty and fear. I never knew how beautiful it would become.

Lance: Oh this is beautiful! (He dived into the flowers)

Francis: (He smiled) Would you look at that...

Espella: (She stepped forward and looked around).....(She smiled) They still live on..(She touch the flowers)

Gijiri: I visit this place every time I pass…(He looked up and noticed ????? Sitting against a tree)...Well look who is here.

Scarlet: (She watched ????? paint) Who is that?

Espella: Hmm, I should at least say hello. She might be a wandering artist. (She held her hands together and walked over to ????? and sat down) A swell painting you are working on. Such talent…

?????: Oh? Thank you ma’am..(She hummed and continue painting)

Espella: (She looked up at sky and smiled) My child use to be fascinated with art..we'd usually get it imported to our country, usually for the richer class across the bridge...We weren't so fortunate but I saved up once and I was able to get her a portrait..

Gijiri: ….

Scarlet: Who is that girl?

Gijiri: …..

Lance: (He picked up a flower and placed it in Blossom’s hair) Pretty.

Francis: (He sniffed the flowers) So fresh. I wish I could bring on back to my wife.

?????: (She smiled) I am happy to hear that loves She had such a passion for art...I remember a time when I too was in poverty..You are a great mother.

Espella: I was...my child is gone now...I am here to pay my respects to her and my village.

?????: I see...I am sorry for your lose.../ Her village…? This was burned down hundreds of thousands of years ago..almost over a million./

Espella:....Yes… well, I will be on my way. Take care. (She stood up and removed the bow and arrow from her back) …(She closed her eyes and rested them against the tree) Goodbye. (She bowed deeply before walking away)

Gijiri: You know, you all shouldn't underestimate my abilities…

?????: (She rested her paint brush on her pallet and turned to the bow and arrow)...???!! (She touched the bow and jumped to her feet) Oi…--Oi!(She turned and looked at Espella) Is it really..? Kanato?

Espella: (She stopped walking and turned around)...?

?????: (She smiled widely) Kanato!

Scarlet: !!?(She looked at Gijiri and smiled) Oh my god! ;U;

Gijiri: I resurrected..Hinabi.

Espella: Does my eyes..deceive me...you have the face of my child..but..you are woman..

Hinabi: (She walked towards Espella) I could never forget..my mother.

Espella: (She walked towards Hinabi) !! You truly are ;n; (She embraced Hinabi tightly) Oh my goodness...this is real(She stroked her hair)

Hinabi: (She hugged Espella) I thought the fire got you too! (She wiped her eyes) Oh...This is the happiest moment of my life! I can embrace you again..this feels like a dream..I am so glad Gijiri gave me life…

Espella: (She stroked her head) Shhhshh..(She conforted her) Let's stay like this for a while...I want to make for..all those years.

Gijiri: She is immortal now as well...however now possessing the Ristaccia gem..she is now forever cursed. It was the only way I could bring her back.

Scarlet: (She held on to Ryoma) ;U; happy endings! (She shook him in excitement) What a journey! I am so glad we came here..(She looked at Gijiri) You don't seem so bad you know.

Gijiri: (He flicked his tongue) Do not be so sure...

Scarlet: Mmm, I think you are just posing..though you did kill a bunch of people. I feel like you truly still love Kanato. She told me she remembered you as a romantic interest.

Gijiri: (He blushed) She…...Her and I were together secretly..we took care of Kanato together like a father and mother should. However I drifted away as I set out for my own selfish dream. (He crossed his arms)

Scarlet: (She trembled nervously as Ryoma gave her a flower) Why?? @_@(She realized) why am I touching you x___x Oh no I was over excited again. How embarrassing-- I'm touching a prince ;//; (She curled up into a ball again) ……. ._____.

Gijiri: …..Um?

Lance: Haha! She is doing that thing again!

Francis: My, are you okay Ms.Scarlet? @_@

Scarlet: Prince if you could please place your foot on my head...that will be good.. No? Okay sorry.. .___. I don't know how to talk to handsome men..Oh man..

Espella: (She turned to Apollo and held his hands) Thank you Apollo..Thanks to you and everyone I have found out the truth about my past and I met Gijiri and My dear child again.(She blushed slightly) Without you pick me up and helping me every time I would have never made it here..I greatly appreciate you. (She kissed his cheek) Thank you..

Lance: Hey!..Apollo kiss her!

Hinabi: Oh goodness, mom is he someone special? (She giggled to herself)

Lance: Kiss her. Kiss her.

Francis: (He shook his head and smiled) For once I agree with The Prince’s behavior. Kiss her Apollo.

Scarlet: Apollo and Espella?? (She jumped up) You better kiss her right! (She pulled out a Camera from her bag) This will be good memories ^3^

Gijiri: .____. She was mine first. (He frowned) I guess I did mess things up.

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Darling: I agree. Claude, the funnel.

Claude: You know what you are doing.

Darling: Yes. Just sit her up a little. (She nodded as Gear propped her up. Claude go look for the funnel.

Claude: R-Right (He walked out of the room)

Darling: Now that the crab is gone. Sully. I need you to feed the stardust to Volt.

Gear: !! I can did it Darlington. (He smiled)

Darling: Gear you are an old pervert. e_e

Gear: I am no pervert ;n; Her lips are reserved for me.

Darling: (She gave the booze to Sully) It might tickle your mouth a little but I think you know what to do. You'll see why I ask you to come. (She blinked as Sully didn't hesitate) Err o.o

Gear: My Volt’s lips ;^;

Claude: I'm back with the funnel  (He looked at Sully kissing Volt) ………………… -____- (He snapped his head at Darling) You….

Darling: Neeeee  (She smiled She turned her head as Volt’s skin started glowing again)....!

Claude: (He moved closer and Sully stood back upright)....Volt?

Volt: …………..(She coughed)!

Gear: (He smiled and patted her back) My dear Volt! You are okay.

Volt:.....? (She opened her eyes) Claude? Darlingto-- and Mr. Gear? (She held her head) I had a very bad dream. ;n; I dreamed that Sully went away and I would never play with her again. (She wiped her eyes) I really liked Sully. Now we won't play together anymore.

Darling: Hmmm (She noticed Volt’s glow weaken) Just as Master said. (She stepped to the side and revealed Sully)

Volt: (She gasped and glowed brightly) Sully? (She tried to stand up but into Sally’s arms) Oh?-- (She blinked and looked up at Sully) !Heheheheh Sully! (She held on to Sully and giggled) I thought I would not see you again.

Claude: So, Is she okay now?

Darling: Yes, however, she can’t be too far from Sully. It keeps her happy. She does have sensitive human emotions. O-o

Gear: I am just glad She does not remember Sully kissing her.  

Volt: W-what? (She looked up at Gear and blushed) ….(She held her cheeks and sparked up) Oh no, how embarrassing…

Gear: (He gets shocked) Ow! Q_Q Why is it always me? ;3;

Volt: Does this mean...Sully sees me as a woman now? (She blushed deeply) This means we can play together and live together now too. (She smiled)

Darling: You still have an innocent mind. (She sighed) Take it slow with her. She might not understand. (She smiled at Sully)

Volt: (She held Sully’s hands and smiled brightly) Sully! Let’s get married and have thousands of fragments! :3

Gear: ! (He chokes and faints)

Claude: A thousand-- Marriage-- (He glitched) Volt*buzz* Innocenc--Marriag-- (He collapsed)

Darling: (She sighed and held her head) Do not worry these two will live. Volt please do not say such things infront of them. ^^;

Volt: Y-Yes, okay….umm.(She smiled and looked at Sully nervously) um......Could Sully Kiss me again..?

Darling: @_@ I swear, If you weren't so cute (She laughed and walked away)

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Miyoshi: (He looked at Xiaoli and tilted his head) Who is this kid? Did he...did he just squeeze my cheek?

Amari: I wouldn't know. (He smirked) He is kind of cute.

Jitsu: Under the age, Amari. You know better.

Amari: Eheheh, (He rubbed the back of his head) I meant nothing by it, honest.

Jitsu: I am sure.

Screws: (She squinted her eyes at them)....

Bolts: (He walked over to Screws with her collar and growled)...You, you get in that house right now. Daughter..I saw what you did.

Miyoshi: Barnaby’s dogs..?

Screws: (She wiggled her head through her collar) No Father. I am fine right here!

Bolts: Do not disobey me..what you did for that boy was out of control! We only respond to the master..Lashing out only if he says.

Screws: The child is alive isn't he?(She turned away from him)

Bolts: …(He exhaled) Daughter, you react much with your core...you need to start using your brain first. You are just like your mother. She fought with her heart and..now she's..

Screws: ……..

Bolts: (He shook his head)Nevermind that..You are becoming too rebellious. (He eyed Lei) In more ways than one. I refuse to let you see HIM again.

Screws: B-But daddy-- (She sat next to Lei) Daddy I love him.

Amari: Aww. (He smiled)

Jitsu: They are still talking, please be respectful.

Amari: This is like a father issue for a million young ladies.

Bolts: Ah! Even worse! (He stomped his paw) Love him? You do not understand such term young lady. You are just in heat it will pass. I will not tell you again..get inside.

Screws: (She glared at him)......

Bolts: (He growled)

Screws: (She whined and ran over to the house and jumped over the fence)

Bolts: (He glared at Lei) As for You--You stay away from my daughter.

Amari: You did not have to speak so harshly.(He crossed his arms)

Bolt: She is my daughter. I can speak to her how ever I want.

Miyoshi: (He smirked) Strict father? That doesn't suit you at all. I remember you real well. You are an extraordinary attack dog.

Bolts: Retired, and I'm just glad my master does not work with you anymore.

Miyoshi: Aww.. was I pulling his hair a little too hard for your liking--

Bolts: (He growled loudly and jumped at Miyoshi)

Miyoshi: (He back up and shook his head)Look, It doesn't matter anymore. He is with some military brat now.

Jitsu: Yes. He is a very interesting guy.

Amari: He gave Miyoshi a real hook, sir. (He looked at Bolts) You should have seen it. Just look at Miyoshi’s face.

Bolts: Haha. Then the man is good in my book for messing your pretty face up.

Miyoshi: Just whose side or you two on. (He glared at Xiaoli) By the way, what did you put on my face? It is starting to burn..(He wiped his face with a tissue)...(He placed his hands in his pockets and closed his eyes)

Amari: (He watched as a group walked over to him) ...Fellas?...Hm? Fukumoto you are out too?

Fukumoto: (He nodded quietly and looked down at everyone)

Kaminaga: Heh, (He held Miyoshi’s chin and tilted his head) Damn. Miyoshi, Who did this? Oh not sweet little Barnaby Rabbit. (He teased)

Miyoshi: Piss off you mischievous fool..

Jitsu: Fukumoto-San.. (He smiled as he pats his head)

Tazaki: If you ask me. I am kind of glad he is out of the D-agency. He's an extraordinary spy but he never really belonged in this career field.

Fukumoto: (He looked at Xiaoli)..child?

Miyoshi: Now that I think about it. He has been here to entire time not to mention. He has heard far too much. (He grinned and eased closer to Xiaoli)

Jitsu: (He sighed) This is true..I suppose we have no choice (He smirked in a sadistic manner) Let us grind him.

Fukumoto: (He looked down at Xiaoli as he backed into him)....(He grabbed him and covered his mouth)

Bolts: !?

Fukumoto: (He looked at everyone) Another way…(He shook his head)

Kaminaga: H-Huuuuuh? Why? Fukumoto, let us just have our fun with him and dump him in the river.

Fukumoto: …....

Miyoshi: He is a threat now.

Fukumoto: ….

Miyoshi: Fine. (He turned away from him) But we are taking him back with us?

Fukumoto: ……

Jitsu: (He smiled endearingly) You escaped my grasp for now.

Tazaki: (He played with his cards).....Sakuma will have a fit, you know. (He smiled)

Miyoshi: He'll get over it..Let's go.(He turned and looked at Lei) His pet is in the way..(He smirked) What a threatening beast..

Kaminaga: Oh whatever shall we do (He grinned sarcastically)

Miyoshi: Pathetic, you intend to scare me-- You had better try harder than that...Take the kid…(He watched as they started walking in different directions) ….We’ll give him back just not in one piece~ (He snickered and walked through an alleyway)

Tick: (He flew over to Bolts)  /……They took another one,huh?..shall we?./(He looked at Bolts)

Bolts: (He looked at Tick and walked back to the house)....(He growled at Lei) Hey, Back off. The kid is not my concern right now. It is against my programming to act when not directed. (He walked inside)

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Screws: (She peeked over the fence and lowered her ear)..... (She jumped over the fence and rushed over to Lei) Lei! (She nuzzled him before backing away) I heard just about everything. Your human is in serious danger...who knows what they will do to him. I do not trust those Blooks...(She looked at him) If we do not leave now my father will come. He will hurt you.. (She scanned the area) Tazaki has Xiaoli. I remember such a Trick.--follow me...They'll all meet up at the building. (She walked with him) I was a younger model when my master was a part of the Agency. My father and mother helped Barnaby. (She looked up and around).....(She walked around the corner) It is this way.. (She walked with him) My father was one of the best work dogs. He was trained just as hard as the other members…I-- (She sighed and looked at a brick wall)....? Over it, I suppose? Oh-- No, I can handle my own..do not worry. You could easily climb over. (She jumped on to a dumpster)-- Ah (She lowered her ears as Lei picked her up)...Oh, Okay-- only I-If you insist..(She  wagged her tail as he climbed over the wall with her)...(She jumped around as he set her down on the ground) Ahaha! incredible..! The building is over there..I know the aurora from anywhere... (She walked across the street with Lei.) It will be dawn very very soon we must hurry on inside. They keep this place tightly secured once we get inside they will know. They will not let us go so easily..unless they are in a good mood that is.

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Tazaki: (He looked at Xiaoli as he woke up) ….Oh hello there. (He shook his head with a smile) It won’t be so bad..(He snickered as Xiaoli asked)-- Well, I do not know for sure..It depends on what we feel like doing with you.--Say, you wanna see some tricks? (He smiled and flipped around his cards then caused them all to disappear) Ta-dah. Heh, Do you like?

Fukumoto: …….

Hatano: So what's its name? (He stood up and walked over to Xiaoli)

Tazaki: How rude of you, Hatano. Of all people you should have the best manners.

Hatano: I do not know the gender of it? It appears to be female? (He blinks nonchalantly as Xiaoli complained)--... I apologize. A more important question, Have you eaten? Fukumoto here is a cook. He makes and serves most of our food. (He looked at Fukumoto) Fukumoto..?

Fukumoto: (He stared out the window).....

Tazaki: There he goes again. He is a bit absent Minded at times. Emotionless...It is hard to read him. It a good trait to have in this career field.(He quickly quiet down as the door opened)

Miyoshi: (He walked into the room with Amari and locked the door behind himself)........(He lite his cigarette).......(He sighed and pushed Xiaoli’s hair back) Do you know where you are? ….hmm? This room use to be used for alot of things..This room was renamed to Barnaby’s playroom. (He grinned and puffed smoke in his face) I guess you can read between the lines on that one, huh? Good shit happened in here.

Hatano: (He grinned)

Tazaki: (He snickered to himself and flipped his cards)

Fukumoto: (He closed his eyes)

Miyoshi: That chair you are sitting has a lot of history you know?

Amari: (He walked over to Miyoshi) Here. (He opened a case for him) This is the stuff, right?

Miyoshi: Yeah,Thanks..(He picked up the syringe and thumped the needle with his fingertips) This is a good one here. (He eyed Xiaoli) What will I do to you? I’ll just poke you with this an you’ll be free to go.

Fukumoto: (He stared out the window again)

Miyoshi: (He looked at Xiaoli) Afraid of needles? So was someone I use to know…(He stroked his cheek before turn Xiaoli’s head to the side) It is just a pinch. (He forced the Needle into his neck slowly injected the liquid into him)................(He pulled away and shrugged) See? All done.

Hatano: (He stood behind Xiaoli and untied him) Free to go. (He smiled)

Amari: See you kid. (He help Xiaoli stand up)

Miyoshi: (He walked over and unlocked the door and opened it) Go on..Just as promised. (He smiled as Xiaoli stood up slowly and walked towards him)........

Tazaki: (He stood up and spoke to fukumoto)...

Fukumoto: (He slowly turned his head to Xiaoli as he fell down)....

Tazaki: Whoops.

Miyoshi: ….? Oh? What’s wrong..? I thought you want to leave. (He smirked)/Did he really think he was going to walk? Pathetic/ What? What do you mean you can’t walk? I’m setting you free-- Oh no...is it...is it that you don’t want to leave?

Amari: /Miyoshi has always somewhat been an asshole. He did the same to Barnaby. Truth is he does not want to kill the kid./ (He puts his hands in his pockets and walked past Xiaoli with the others) Kiddo, I can’t help you if you do not want to leave. (He shrugged) You can always stay~ (He smiled)

Hatano: Not to worry (He exhaled and followed Amari upstair) It’ll wear off..We are not that bloodthirsty.

Tazaki: Yes, we are just pulling your legs(He snickered) Literally..Fukumoto, take him to a bed if you will. He can have Barnaby’s old one...Be sure to change the sheets however. (He walked out)

Fukumoto: (He eyed Miyoshi)

Miyoshi: What..? I took it easy on him.

Fukumoto:...You change them…

Miyoshi: Fine..you got it.

Fukumoto: (He picked up Xiaoli and carried him up to the first floor and looked at Jitsu)

Jitsu: Did Miyoshi do that thing again. Oh shame on him. (He smiled and looked at Xiaoli) I apologize for scaring you earlier. I can be a little sadistic (He snickered to himself) but there is nothing to worry for as long as you are on the right side of the fence. (He said firmly before walking down the hall) Bye bye~..

Miyoshi: We are all kind of crooked.

Fukumoto: (He walked upstairs to the second floor and into a large room)

Miyoshi: This is our bay. Fukumoto the one next to window. (He walked him over to the bed) one moment..This use to be my dearly beloved Barnaby’s bed. (He lifted up the blankets and removed the bloody sheets with a hum) I guess you can say I loved him a little too much at times...sometimes without consent.

Fukumoto: …..(He watched Miyoshi place new sheets on the bed).........

Miyoshi: There all set. Lay him down.

Fukumoto: (He lied Xiaoli down gently and pulled the covers over him)

Miyoshi: I’ll sit with him. Get him something to eat.

Fukumoto: ……

Miyoshi: I’m not gonna touch him. You have my word..he is not him. Besides the petty dog and his pet are near. This kid will be off our hands soon.

Fukumoto: (He walked out of the room)...

~30 minutes later~

Miyoshi: (He closed a journal and looked over at Screws and Lei) ….I was wondering how you squeeze yourself in here. (He looked at Lei)

Screws: The boy…(She growled)

Miyoshi: Right here. In one piece...fed and everything. He’ll be able to walk soon enough.

Screws: (She rush over and stood up over the bed and nudged Xiaoli with her nose).......(She wagged her tail as he smiled at her) Oh thank goodness..(She stood back on all fours and looked at Miyoshi)

Miyoshi: ...It is understandable if you still do not like nor trust me. Quite frankly I do not care. The kid is yours free of charge ..(He returned back to reading)

Screws: That is my master’s journal..

Miyoshi: ….

Screws: (She looked at Lei) Lei, when Xiaoli able to walk. I would like you two to return to my home. (She shook her head at him as he spoke) I will not be returning home.. I am staying here. (She sat next to Miyoshi and rested her head in his lap) If I can not be with Lei and be accepted by my father than I have nothing going for me.

Miyoshi: ….? (He pats her head) You are hopeless huh?

Screws: Perhaps...perhaps it is because I am in heat as my father says.

Miyoshi: --!! (He grinned and closed the journal) I didn't think it was possible for a Robot Dog.

Screws: I have feelings and desires too..my master doesn't make hollow machines. (She closed her eyes)

Miyoshi: We just so happen to have three dogs in training here. Perhaps one will take liking to you.

Screws: I will refuse… no Street mutt will replace him. Though we have just met I feel like his is the one.

Miyoshi: (He looked at Lei and tilted his head before looking back at Screws) Uh, are sure? Like what is he?...At least while you are here greet the studs. You might change that mind of yours. Take a look out back.

Screws: (She sighed and placed her front paws in the windowsill)

Miyoshi: Fellas,(He whistled) You like the new girl?

Screws: (She narrowed her eyes as they howled and barked at her) What slobs..they can't even keep their tongues in their mouths.

Dog 1: /Is that The legendary Bolts daughter? Damn she's an eye grabber/

Screws: .___.

Dog 2: / Hell if I know, I wouldn't mind being her daddy.Hubba Hubba ../

Screws: ._________.

Dog 3: (He howled)

Screws: -_____- Slobby Street dogs-- all of them!..You call them trained?(She looked at Miyoshi) A disappointment.

Miyoshi: I said in training did I not? (He grinned) Besides they are just being men.

Screws: (She sighed) Take them back to dumpster where you found them. Lots like that do not know how to act. Complete rubbish..I do not even know I want to be here either…(She lied under Xiaoli’s bed) .________. (She groaned)

Miyoshi: Jitsu has a mission soon why not accompany him.

Screws: Yes...I suppose I will. I have already disobeyed my dear father...he could be on his way here as we speak...it will be a disaster. (She placed her paws over her snout)

Sakuma: (He looked in the room)....?! (He looked at Lei and trembled) What on earth..? (He approached Miyoshi slowly)

Miyoshi: Do not worry, it is a friendly. According to Screws, it is a male.

Sakuma: I see. (He smiled at Screws hiding under the bed) You were a pup last time I saw you. All Grown up, huh?

Screws: (She wagged her tail and lifted her head) Sakuma!

Miyoshi: She is grown up alright. She is in heat.

Sakuma: Ah?..........(He thought for a moment)......

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Sakuma: !! Eeeeh?! O___O Female dogs in heat??? They bleed you know. A-ah!(He looked around) God, she must be embarrassed-- She needs some clothes or something!? Blood will get everywhere...She is a young lady.

Miyoshi: My, Sakuma, you are so smart. I didn’t know that she was a female.(He said sarcastically)

Sakuma: (He sighed and narrowed his eyes at Miyoshi) Then why not treat he like one? Do not worry. I will go get you something to wear. ^^ Do not be embarrassed. Please, Follow me.

Screws: (She crawled from under the bed and followed Sakuma)....?

Miyoshi: (He smirked and shook his head)

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Bolts: (He looked at Tick)... Tick: / Talk to her...She's your daughter/ Bolts:..I know that!(He sighed) I suppose I did come off a little harsh...I will go.(He picked up bowl of oil and walked into the the back yard)...(He set the bowl down near her dog house) …(He cleared his throat) Screws? sweetheart? (He sat down and exhaled) Err, Look young cadet, I know I was a little hard on you before. You know I mean well.. I just want you safe that is all. Daddy loves you more than he loves his own self. Now come on out sweetpea(He swayed his tail) I brought your nutrients! We could even walk around the city together afterwards-- What do say?........……….(He tilted his head) Screws? Screws? (He looked inside her dog house and growled loudly) Damn it!! Tick: ….?  (He flew out the door and perched in a tree )/ Bolts?/ Bolts: (He aggressively knocked over her bowl and crushed it) That does it! Tick: /Oh dear..Bolts please calm down. So Screws ran away huh? Oh my.../ Bolts: You think so? I didn't think I noticed! (He violently ripped off the leash connect to the dog house) Tick: /Bolts?../ Bolts: I am gonna take this, wrap it around her dainty neck, and drag her back home myself...From now on I am keeping her on the shortest leash she has ever seen! I will chase her forever if I have to. (He looked at Tick) Stay out of my way.. (He jumped over the fence and ran off)

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Sakuma: Okay, She is done changing. (He stepped to the side)

Screws: (She wagged her tail) So this is what it feels like wearing human clothes. Huh..

Jitsu: Heh. I was not aware we were dressing up dogs. What fun.

Miyoshi: Neither was I. Jitsu meet your new partner screws. Screws, jitsu.

Jitsu: Oh? (He kneeled down and pats her head) Cute..What a breed She is...(He smiled and observed her )

Screws: (She wagged her tail and placed her paw in hand) A Pleasure..

Jitsu: Such manners too. Look forward to working with you. (He shook her paw before standing up) I attended the briefing. We will be departing soon.

Miyoshi: Good, She is all yours.

Screws: (She heard a howl) !! (She lowered her ears) It is my wretched father. (She walked over to Lei) I will be leaving here-- Another country in the existing world. (she looked up at him) I probably won’t see you again. I am staying with the D-agency-- That being said I want you to know that no matter how far away I am and for how long I am away..I will always love you with all of my core. In heat or not...none of these street mutts will take your place. Until another day..(She stood up on her hind legs and licked his nose) Goodbye. (She rushed over to Jitsu)

Bolts: (He shouted from down stairs) Daughter! (He growled loudly) Daugher!!

Screws: (He looked at Jitsu) Oh..There is no time! He is already inside..

Sakuma: Wait, your dad? What did you do to make him this angry???!

Miyoshi: Not the time. We need to hide her.

Sakuma: How do you hide from a trained robotic attack dog?

Amari: (He quickly ran in the room and shut the door) Attack dogs. That's plural. (He laughed nervously) They look dedicated.

Sakuma: !! Dogs?

Screws: Oh no…(She activated her cloak and hid behind Lei) It is worse than I could ever imagine.

Jitsu: Do we fight?

Miyoshi: No, Let them in..the less resistance the better. Amari, Open the door.

Amari: (He breathed and slowly opened the door) !!--(He backed up as 4 robotic dogs rushed inside) O-O

Sakuma: (He watched as they sat down in a line obediently)...? Such discipline.

Bolts: (He walked inside the room and growled) Gentlemen…(He looked around) Good day.

Miyoshi: Yes, Indeed. It was eventful but as I always say another day another dolla--

Bolts: Do not bullshit me Miyoshi. Where is my bloody daughter? (He glared at him)

Miyoshi: How the hell should I know? There is no horny females in here. Heh, trust me I would know.

Bolts: (He stared at Miyoshi in disbelief before nodding to the 4 dogs) Search. (He sat down) I want every inch of this building searched.

Jitsu: (He watched as the dogs searched the room)

Amari: You sure keep your daughter on lockdown. I've played the crazy father..I still do but his is insane.

Bolts: She is priceless. I will kill to find my daughter.(He looked as ??? sat by Xiaoli’s bed)

???: (He howled)

Bolts: You found something? (He walked over to him and looked under the bed) A small puddle of oil...I thought you said she was not here?....(He swayed his tail and paced) Dearest...I know you are here. Come out already, daddy never liked the game of hide and seek. Let us not turn this childish game into kill and confirm.

Amari: Brutal…

???2: (He sniffed Lei and growled)......(He barked at him and tried to claw his paws)--Grr! (He was knocked across the room by Lei) !

Bolts: (He growled and looked at Lei) You there! (He approached Lei) Ever since you showed up my young cadet has been acting out of term. I will make this cut throat..I despise of you..whatever it is you are. If I find you with my daughter...in the presence of my sweetpea. (He walked over to Xiaoli) I would hate for something to happen to your human… (He raised his claw)

Tick: (He flew through the window) Who!/Bolts, I just saw screws! She escaping the city. We must hurry or she’ll get further away./

Bolts: (He breathed and looked at Tick) S-Shes.. (He called the other three dogs) Let’s go. First stud to catch my daughter can have her as his mate. (He ran off with them)

Miyoshi: What the hell? Your father is truly remarkable. I didn’t think he would get the paw patrol on you.

Screws: (She got from behind Lei) Thank you  Mr.Tick..

Tick:/Just so we are clear….your father is-- err, psycho and will stop at nothing to get you back home. The old blook means well, really. Just in a very hostile way. He was created in different generation, dogs like him do not believe in different. After he finds out i sent him through a loop he will not trust my word anymore. This is all I can do for you./ (He flew off)

Jitsu: (He looked at ????2 ) This one is dead...he hit against the wall too hard. That beast is quite strong. We could get Steam to reprogram him.

Screws: (He jumped on Xiaoli’s bed and lied and the end off it)....

Amari: I am gonna tell the others that the crazy dogs are gone. (He walked out of the room) sheeesh

Sakuma: You are leaving this world right?

Screws: …yes….

Jitsu: I’ll start preparing for our departure..(He walked out of the room)

Screws: My father is being a total wank. .___.

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“????: Boss? Boss?? Do you copy?”

Steam: (He stared at Snake’s communicator) ……(He reached over Snake and picked it up) “Hello?..I apologize but he is currently sleeping right now. You might want to call back later”

“????: And who might I be speaking too?”

Steam: “I do not like giving my name to a stranger you could not mean well.”

“????: You sound smart.”

Steam: “I wouldn't want to brag, heh. This boss of yours…..?”

“????: If you could tell him it's Ocelot. We have lost touch for a awhile and he is need back at mother base. “

Steam: “Yes, I will let him know when he wakes up”

“Ocelot : He is asleep...is that him in the background? What the hell is going on? Answer  me!”

Steam:” No, He is truly asleep. Your boss is quite a snore. Must have not had good sleep in sometime.. I will tell him the news. Events that happened a few hours ago made him sleep soundly. Oh and I am Barnaby, Barnaby Cunningham”

“Ocelot: Wait-- A Cunningham??”

Steam: “Yes..I will see you later Mr. Ocelot” (He muted Snake's communicator)........(He stroked Snake’s chest) Are you awake? (He sat up on Snake’s chest) ………….? (He smiled)  Well, elements do not need much sleep. However, (He rubbed his back) I am experiencing this aching pain.. Is this..er. Normal. (He looked away from Snake and blushed) No I am fine..It was quite satisfying. It is way better than elemental sex. (He looked back down at Snake as he held his waist) No you don’t. It is well past sunrise. (He poked his nose) You should put some pants on..(He got from ontop of Snake and walked over to the mirror) My word..My hair is a mess (She snickered to himself) I suppose I have some freshen up to do myself. Oh by the way. They brought you breakfast. The room service came early so it might be a little cold. (He combed his hair and neatly) Hey, snake...What you did last night. I….I greatly appreciate it. Miyoshi wasn’t the best when it came to love. (He thought for a moment)....Perhaps now isn’t the best time to talk about it. We should leave here soon. (He stood up and gave Snake his uniform) You’ll be needing this. It’s clean. You had a few blood stains in it. (He turned around and slipped into his clothes and attached his suspenders)..What are you so embarrassed about. I already seen you...Err..(He turned away) Oh, (He walked over to the telephone and pressed a button) A message? o-o

“HIroto: Heeeeeey~”

Steam: ._______________.

“Hiroto: The long way home my ass! I know where you two went! It only took me 17 tries to find your name on the guest list-- But it doesn’t matter! I didn’t know thats how you rolled Cunningham. Heh, if you ever get bored of that guy. I could totally punch a ninja in face too.

Steam: “Bored” Like that would ever happen.

Hiroto: I didn’t know you were freaky-- Hell, thats what’s up! I like freaky-

Steam: My word e///e How long is this message? (He looked at the machine) 11 messages?! @_@ (He skipped to the second message)

“Hiroto: Mm-- You got alot of food. I hope you don’t min--”

Steam: *Skip*

Hiroto: Hey Barnaby, I made a rap for you and you cool boyfriend. It’s called fuck me in the--

Steam: *Skip* (He shook his head) My god.

Hiroto: Yo! It’s me. On another amazing tour of The Cunningham’s house! Today I will visit the wine cellar

Steam: *Skip* Honestly .__.’

Hiroto: (He vomited) S-Shit..That wasn’t just wine @_@ You got some strong shit in there. *Hic* You drink liquor? I hope you don’t mind if I sleep in your head.-- It’s so warm and soft. Urgh-

Steam: (He picked up the machine and tossed it out the window) My, he just drunk Sir Luther Cunningham the 3rd’s booze. I am going to be in so much trouble. (He picked up his hat and placed it on his head) Snake we should get going. I still have to pack and say goodbye to the City….. (She smiled and nodded) This is correct. I will stay by your side. My family's belief are if we share a night together than we shall share eternity together.. (He scratched his head nervously) However it went..heh...we have lived for a while. (He blushed) We should do this again sometime..

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Lien:(He gazed at Aki in wonder) /I can’t believe my eyes...I have waited for this day for all my life/

Sigma: (He looked at Ridia)........

Ridia: ………..

Sigma: ……

Ridia: ……

Sigma: Ridia… (she blinked)

Ridia: Sigma...you look well.

Sigma: As do you….

Ridia: ……..(She floated pass Sigma and into the kitchen)...Hello...human, I sense you are in distress and are in need of..assistance…...No?...very well…(She twirled her finger and fixed all the broken dishes) You will cut yourself on broken objects such as those….human skin is fragile…(She floated towards the doorway)..for future reference..you shouldn’t wear such short garments around men...they are vulgar when exposed to skin. (She floated back over to Aki)....The human is well…

Lien: …(He smiled and watched Aki as he spoke)......

Ridia: …(She turned her head over as Aki Thanked her) No need to thank me...I was only listening to the prayer of your wife. Aki I mean what I said. You are still outlawed from this region. When sunset comes I must take you back to calypso Islands…

Lien: Take him back--...(He looked at Aki) No..you can't..(He held his hands) You have been gone long enough. (He said as he looked at Ridia) You must understand.

Sigma: My child…

Lien: Why can't I be with you…you and mother. It is not fair. I do not like it..(He shook his head)

Sigma: Your family will be a hindrance. You must continue your studies..Sorrow is temporary...knowledge is power. You are a prodigy--

Lien: No Sigma…(He looked at her) I am nothing without my pedigree.

Sigma: You have some of my essence pumping through your vains. I cannot allow you to return with them. It is bad enough you know about their existence…

Lien: How could you say something like that Sigma..

Sigma: …….

Lien: We will be together.(He picked up his tea cup and noticed Alicia’s name on it)........(He focus hard on the cup)

// Alicia: Huh? A child? We just got engaged! Have you already determined our future this soon. Besides, Aki, you are too irresponsible for such responsibility. (She tilted her head and smiled as Aki spoke)........................Well, on top of it all, you have a big heart. I believe you will make a great father. (She poked his forehead) But not right now. You are still so flimsy and goofy…………………..”how did you get so lucky?”(She blushed and mocked Aki).. I don't know, how DID you get so lucky? Hmhp. You tell me you big goof...you were resting your head on my fin remember...Heh you were complaining about my not having a shirt on. That only my long hair covered my chest. (She laughed as he remembered) I must have hit a nerve..pervert.

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Lien: ….I want to be with them…(He smiled slightly)

Sigma: No..it is for your own good.(She floated over to him)

Lien: ....?

Ridia: (She watched Sigma closely)....

Sigma: (She placed her hands on Lien’s head and rubbed his temples)...

Lien: …….(He dropped the tea cup) …..

Ridia: She appears to be picking the child's brain….(She watched as Asugi pulled Lien away from Sigma).....

Sigma:...!(She hissed at Asugi)

Lien: (He blinked and held his head) …..hm? (He looked at Asugi) S-Sir? What are you doing? (He glanced down at Asugi hand holding his) May I have my hand back?

Sigma: ……….(She held her shoulders)

Ridia: You should be doing that to him...it is dangerous...However it is not my job to stop you. I am merely warning you.

Sigma: Beings-- Prodigies like him come so so rarely. He is Transcendent (She watched Lien and Asugi) Greed would kill to have him at its disposal.

Lien: …..? (He looked at Asugi as he gave him back his book) Ah, I thank you. (He bowed his head before turning away) Now on to page 2623…(He sat down and began working through problems)

Ridia: (She noticed Felicia walking and stared)

Ultra: Huuuh? Well if it isn't no eyes..(She teased) How are,my friend.

The

Ridia: …..? Hello..

Augustus: Ridia! (She held her arm) Hehe!

Ridia: Hello..

Augustus: I swear..you are so cold. :c Smile!

Ridia: ….am I cold? (She tilted her head) Why are you embracing me if I am...too cold for you?

Augustus: OwO Eheheh!  (She held on to Ridia) If I wasn't with Rukh..I would want to be with you.

Ridia: Rukh….that guy is no good…cursed fire bird...

Rukh: What about me??? (He flew down to them and crossed his arms) Ridia, you have some nerve speaking of a god that way.

Ridia: ..Do you want me to say it again..?(She turned to him) Did you.. did you not hear me the first time?

Rukh: (He growled) Just be quiet! Augustus..

Augustus: Rukh , why are you here? Go back to Maasaki. You have like 40 other wives to tend to.

Rukh: Augustus, Maasaki disappoints me, it has been years and years..he still can not produce a child. Lately He has been a little rebellious..I believe all my wives need a little reminder of who is in charge..

Augustus: (She trembled as Rukh glared)

Ridia: Harming her is not in your best interest…

Rukh: Are you threatening me? I am a god let alone a male. Know your place purple Jinn.

Ridia: ...My classification does not justify my strength…It is not wise to underestimate the unknown…

Ultra: Powerful words. Speak truth to this tyrant.

Rukh: (He glanced at Ridia) Tch. One day Ridia.you get to far on my bad side and I will destroy you.

Ridia: …...You who have no knowledge or wisdom?..You can never face me..You're still a cub longing for your mother's milk...you are no true man..

Ultra: (She looked at Ridia) /The most She has ever spoke)

Augustus: (She blushed and watched Ridia confront Rukh) ;//////;

Ridia: When you learn and comprehend the meaning of life….the meaning of love, you come see me….until so..begone (She held up her hand)

Rukh: !?

Ridia: ..(She snapped and caused Rukh to disappear).............(She stared into space)

Ultra: ……? Ridia? No eyes..?

Ridia: ……..

Augustus: That was so brave! Sister I think I am in love all over again ;////;

Ultra: Who knew...Ridia is stronger than Rukh...we've been around for hundreds of thousands of years..she's been hiding it. Putting up with Rukh.

Sigma: (She glanced over at Ridia)....

Ridia: …(She tilted her head downward as Felicia touched her hand) Human..? Am I in your way..?...Could it that you have broken something again?..............(She stared at Felicia)......Does she speak?....

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Lien: (He blinked and looked up)......?

Sigma: My child?

Lien: …..(He closed his book and stood up) ...Do you hear that? Sigma? Father?

Sigma: …...I do not…

Lien: It's the voice of a woman She sounds..of my mother..! (He walks towards the singing)..it's coming from over--

Shamshire: (She hissed and reached for Lien)

Lien: !!!(He gasped as he was pulled back roughly by Asugi) Urgh!(He fell into his arms)

Sigma: (She threw a lightning bolt at Shamshire) Get away from my child!

Shamshire: (She dodged the lightning bolts) / I must kill him..however he is heavily guarded...I'll have to catch him alone/..(She flips backwards out of the window and disappeared)

Lien: (He opened his eyes and looked at Asugi).....

Sigma: ...Are you hurt?

Lien: (He held his chest and calmed himself)...

Sigma: …..?

Lien: No, I am okay...just a little startled..my sandal is broken…(He tried to stand and groaned) !! Ah!..it hurts..my left foot--It hurts so much..(He blinked as Asugi sat him down) ………? You know of this? ……A sprained ankle? (He held his chin and thought) ...I have never heard of such a thing...Is there a cure? Is it...Is it contagious? (He blushed slightly as he removed his broke sandal) A-ah sir?...it is a bit improper to tend to someone's er..feet..

Sigma: ….My deepest apologies….. You have never had an injuries up until this point….I failed to protect you..

Lien: Sigma...she caught us all by surprise..I am just happy everyone is safe…(He looked at Asugi wrap his foot) ……...my feet? I suppose my feet as quite small for a man...rather a growing boy…Thank you for tending to me. (He smiled)

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Seth: Heh..(He looked down at Dirk and Taichi and smiled). / The most important men in my life../

Maasaki: (He looked at Seth Dirk and Taichi and smiled) Oh, how sweet. (He held his hands together)

Taichi: (He looked at Seth and Blinked as he pointed at the pictures)

Seth: (He nodded and spoke to Taichi)

Maasaki: (He frowned slightly) I...I wish I could have those moments one day.

Taree: Aww are you still thinking about your...err...issue? :c You can always adopt! :3

Maasaki: Yes..maybe I will one day (He smiled shyly) When find the right one.

Seth: (He blinked as he was picked up by a maid) U-uuh?? What is going on?

Maid: We will change you into your dress. Your father picked it out. ^^

Seth: Oh great..@_@ It must be horrible.

Maid: Actually, it will suite you well. (She smiled at Dirk) I will borrow him for just a moment. Kaine has all picked out a formal attire for you too, sir.

Seth: Really? Huh? Dad is putting alot of effort into this wedding..(She smiled and held his cheeks) I am so excited for the wedding..

Maid: Come, come not a second to lose. (She rushed out of the lirbray.

Taichi: (He blinked and looked at Dirk) Where did mama go?

Aeolus: (He walked into the library) Ah! Maasaki (He waved) Jade, John and I were just taste testing food. Hehe..(He rubbed the back of his head) I guess that was supposed to be Seth and Dirk’s job but we would resist. ^^;

Maasaki: Shhh~ (He politely motioned for them to keep their voices down) Heh, you are in a library you know. (His eyes sparkled as Yoshino walked in after them) Kuze! (He smiled widely)

Yoshino: (She smiled Maasaki and quietly waved) …../ Atsumu! I thought you'd be in here...to get away from the loud noises and all./ (She walked over to him and pats his head) /You are looking adorable/

Maasaki: K-k-kuze (He blushed slightly as Yoshino touch him) Oh, how was the meeting…? Is your father okay? (He gave her a concerned look)

Yoshino: ….(She rolled her eyes) /Oh. That weirdo. I wouldn't be too concerned He is alive and well. We did Seth and Dirk’s job..if we didn't the staff would have cooked way too much food/(She pinched Maasaki’s cheek) /Cute and soft just like a bunny/

Maasaki: (He blushed) K-Kuze-kun you are embarrassing me infront of Keaton-san ;///;

Aeolus: You two seem close.

Yoshino: (She looked at Aeolus and nodded)......../We use to go to highschool together. Maasaki and I used…./

Maasaki: Kuze and I..use to..(He held his knees in embarrassment)

Aeolus: (He looked at Maasaki and Yoshino).......................E-eh? Don't tell me…@__@ You two were a thing? How??

Maasaki: (He blushed even more)  

Yoshino: (She nodded at Aeolus)/ Yes. Atsumu is just so cute I couldn't resist. Plus he kinda likes getting--/

Maasaki: Kuze-kun! ;//////////////////;

Yoshino: (she pats Maasaki’s head) /I'll stop. I have to go see about Seth’s dress. See you later Atsumu...Aeolus, would you mind helping us out with the wedding preaprations? We are just about done. Seth is going to cry his eyes out/

Aeolus: Yes of course.

Yoshino: (She nodded and walked out of the library with him )

Maasaki: ...Phew, (He held his cheeks and calmed down) Heh, that Kuze…(He looked at Keaton before looking away) W-Well….um thank you Keaton-san.. For being so nice to me. And for this bracelet.(He burrowed his face in his knees) I..I really like it....and you--

Rukh: Maasaki!

Maasaki: (He jumped as Rukh called him) R-Rukh-- You're back…

Rukh: I see you are still with the spineless humans…

Taree: (She glared at him)..

Maasaki: Rukh..they are my friends..I--

Rukh: Not from what I heard. You know what I speak of….Show it to me (He walked over to him)Show it to me now!

Maasaki: …..(He looked away)...

Rukh: So it is true the. You are unfaithful..dirty...filthy..After everything we have gone through together. You marry another! You are lucky to even be with a god.

Maasaki: Rukh, you have every female Jinn as your wife...it's disgusting...enslaving them and forcing them to love you...It's just not fair. (He shook his head) What you did to Kuze-- (He wiped his eyes) Was unforgivable!

Rukh: You were my wife and dating another. I only did what was natural.

Maasaki: Now..thanks to you Kuze can't speak.. ;n; Well...you know what..(He took the Ruhk’s bracelet and tossed it on the ground) I am not yours anymore…

Taree: >:D

Rukh: (He looked at the bracelet then back at Maasaki) …..(He took Maasaki’s arm and snatched Keaton’s bracelet off) Peasant blue gem..pure garbage (He crushed it and tossed it to the side) You are married to me. (He forcefully placed his bracelet on his arm)

Maasaki: …!--

Rukh: (He gripped his arm firmly) If you betray me again Maasaki. I’ll Kill-- (He gets grabbed by Niles) Wha-- (He narrowed his eyes as Niles duct taped his mouth)

Maasaki: Niles..(He held his hands together) What are you doing? :c Rukh will be very mad…

Taree: Good! He needs to be put down. Maasaki he broke that bracelet you love so much. Aren’t you tired of this guy??

Maasaki: ….I very much am..but, he’ll hurt you guys, too….I don’t want that to happen..(He frowned and looked at Keaton) Keaton I am soo sorry...I know you spend such time looking for that bracelet and now it’s gone…(He hugged his knees and buried his face) I could never forgive myself….(He took of the Rukh’s bracelet and threw it on the ground) I no longer want to be his...I want to be with Keaton-san..

Taree: Maasaki it wasn’t your fault-- Wait was that a confession I heard under that whispering? >:3

Maasaki: U-um.n-no…(He blushed and bowed his head) No,no...Nothing of the sort..

Rukh: (He tried to wiggle from Niles Restraints) Mmmm! Mrh!

Taree: Geez, you tied him up? You must like doing stuff like this. (She eyed Niles)

?????:(She floated over to them) Is the rat bastard dead yet? >:u

Taree: Who are you? /She has some big eyes o-o She has such a whiney voice..I guess it’s kinda cute/

?????: Oh? I’m the fourth Wife, Dolly a pink Jinn, A pleasure. (She blinked)

Maasaki: …

Dolly: Maasaki, cupcake, are you okay. Now don’t you let that big bully get you down. He can’t hurt you no more…(She looked at Rukh) Rat bastard. (She saw Maasaki’s bracelet and smiled) Oh my! What courage you have Maasaki...I..I want to do it too. (She nodded) I am quite fed up with living as a slave to this brute. (She took her bracelet off and threw it at Rukh) I’m a wife of yours no more! (She spat on him) Kiss my tut you big brute

??????: I say we trap him in his bottle and see how he likes it… (She appeared next to Dolly) Angel, a White Jinn..(She crossed her arms) The second wife. (She pointed at Rukh) You have another thing coming if you think I...A holy Jinn would ever let you walk.Especially what you did to the triplets. You are lucky this young human didn’t sentence you to death. (She took her bracelet and waved it in his face) It has been hundreds of thousands of year I had to deal with you. (She tossed it at him and slapped him) !!

Dolly: Gee golly, I didn’t expect the Civil white Jinn to act to vulgar.

Angel: You have no idea….It is against my morals ...but when dealing with him..I am all for harsh punishment….(She looked at Niles and pointed) And as for you! (She grabbed his head and kissed him)

Taree: @///////@ Uuuuuh?

Dolly: (She grinned) Oh?

Angel: (She pulled away from him) You summon me later on hero. That is if you want. (She smiled and floated away)

Dolly: (She growled seductively) Yeeah, I wanna have you tie me up next, tiger. Bye Angel sweetie.

Rukh: (He started to flare up in flames) /I will not accept such disobedience and mockry/

Dolly: Handsome, he is getting free. (She held her cheeks)

Maasaki: …! He mustn’t…(He held on to Keaton)

Trench: (He floated over and gave Niles some rope) This is what you should use against a Jinn! (He helped Niles wrap Rukh up) There. Now he can’t move.

Rukh: Mmh--Mmrh! (He narrowed his eyes)

Trench: Sorry, man, you kinda been abusing all the females...hogging them all to yourself and not allowing us to speak with them...Man they are practically afraid to speak to us male Jinn because of their fear of you. You need to be put down. (He crossed his arms) Now I actually have a chance with Ultra. >:D I showered just for her.

Dolly: Mmm, cool luck with that doggie boy. (He teased)

Trench: Thanks Dolly, but I don’t need the luck. I wear my luck necklace! (He grinned proudly)

Dolly: Urgh! Gross-- Like what is that? (She cringed)

Trench: Sabertooth’s tooth, Owl’s eye, rabbit’s foot and a hog’s ear! All glossed nicely with snake blood. ^^;

Dolly: You are so gross. >n< Ew.

Trench: Ultra, likes strong bloodthirsty men! I will be her mate...I shall travel north to tame my forever mate.

Dolly: Like I said good luck Trench she is a real woman and not easy to catch..If you understand what I mean.

Trench: Yes, I shall set many traps and be well prepared to fight. (He smiled)

Dolly: …..(she facepalmed) That is not what I meant..But good luck puppy chow. (She placed her hands on her hips)

Trench: Thank you, Doll.

Dolly: Mhmm, (She closed her eyes and swayed her hips)....(She eyed Niles) What say we ditch the trash and you show me how you do, handsomedevil.

Taree: I swear….Niles you’ll have your own harem by the ending Rukh..Shesh. You have fun man.. .////.

Rukh: …..(He closed his eyes and stopped struggling)/ How ridiculous...captured by this mere human..A stain..A stain on my godliness/-- (He glared as Niles ripped the tape from his lips) Urgh! Hey! You’d best release me you sadistic dirt human-- Mm! (He narrowed his eyes as Niles slapped on another piece of tape over his mouth)/ I’ll kill you!.../

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Maid: There all done Seth. (Her eyes sparkled) Oh my...Your father would cry if he saw you. You look so beautiful. ;U;

Seth: Oh...Thank you..(He bowed)

Maid: Come one let’s show you husband…

Seth: Isn’t it bad for the groom to see the bride before the wedding..

Maid: Heh, I do not believe in such a thing. If you two are truly in love than there is nothing to fear. Superstition can not break such powerful bonds. :3 (She opened the door) Come come show him your beauty :3 Do not worry if you do not want others to see before cereomony..I’ll bring him to you. ^^

Seth: Okay..(He blushed and breathed)....okay…(He nodded at the maid)

Maid: Okay. I’ll go get him :3 (she rushed out of the room)

Seth: (He held his hands together and walked over to the window and looked at the ocean)

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Maid: (She knocked on the door) Seth...can we enter?

Seth: Y-yes.(He looked down and blushed)/Gee that was quick/ (He turned around as Dirk, Taichi and Sachi walked in) um..

Taichi: Mama. P-pretty! (He pointed) What is that on you head. It’s like the “balloon” I saw in the story.

Seth: (He kneeled down to Taichi) Well it is not a balloon. ^^; It’s Japanese bridal headdress. It is said to hide the brides horns heh to show submission. ^^

Taichi: Whoa! Mom you have horns?? (He smiled)

Seth: (He smiled and nodded his head) Sure I do. Heh (He pinched his cheek before looking at Dirk) Well..what do you think? ./////. My dad picked out your tradition outfit too... (He blushed as Dirk held his hands)

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Lady: (Her eyes sparkled)

Cloud: …..(He blinked as Acid split from his body) Whoa...not so fast..I felt that one..

Acid: Oh I wanna help too! (She rushed over to lady)

Pollution: (He split from Cloud’s body) We will stay like this for a while until the wedding over.

Lady: (She held Acids hands) Yes yes.

Crazy Eyes: I want to go too. Deary wait for daddy.

Cloud: (He glared at Crazy Eyes)..

Crazy Eyes: ….Nevermind. I'll...just stay here.. o__o;

Cloud: Lady, The other members will be attending the wedding as well.

Lady: The entire family?! ;U;

Showanna: Aww sweet potato!! Don't cry! (She pats her back)

Lady: I am just...so happy..(She fanned her eyes with her hands)

Jessica: (She pats her shoulder) Aww, there there. / I remember once I was a married woman. It was the happiest moment ever...until my fiance bailed on our wedding day…...At least she has found her one/

Lady: Thank you so much. (She smiled at Showanna and Jessica) I am ready to go now. Heh. We should hurry.

Jessica: Sure follow me. My little darlings got us a ride.

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Lady: Awww this is a cute shop!

Yolanda: Looks expensive @_@

Showanna: Oh junk!! I'm so excited!

Jessica: Yes, my family runs it. We own many shops. Please come in. (She walked them inside) Polo..are you here? (She looked around) Hmmm He must have stepped out for a moment.

Yolanda: Let's start looking!

Lady: Okay

Vedal: What are you doing? We will bring the dresses to you. You sit down right here. It is your wedding after all. :3

Lady: Oh okay. (She sat down) Oh what fun! (She smiled)

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Acid: Lady, Lady! Try this one! (She held up a dress)

Yolanda: I found this one also :D

Vedal: (She rushed over and handed lady a dress)

Lady: My, these are so...heavy (She struggled to home them up) @_@

Yolanda: Go on. Try on mine first! :3

Lady: Okay. (She walked into the dressing room)

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Lady: (She walked out of the dressing room) …?

Acid: (She shook her head)

Yolanda: It doesn't look good.

Vedal: Nope. Next >n<

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Lady: This one? (She turned around)

Vedal: I like it!

Yolanda: Errr, that looks so childish..I mean the design..

Acid: Next.

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Lady: Showanna, where did you get this one? It's kinda big? @_@

Showanna: Oh snap!! I must have been in the plus size department!! Hold on suga, I'll get you something else!!

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Lady: Wow, Kitty what a pretty dress. *0*

Acid: Oh now this is a good one, baby. ;U;

Vedal: Mhm, I agree this one is good.

Jessica: not without this.(He placed Lady’s crown veil on her head) Perfect bride.

Lady: Aww you guys..(She wiped her eyes)  ;U;

Showanna: Don't cry sweetie! (She hugged Lady)

Lady: I am just so happy. ;^;

Vedal: I can't wait for the wedding. :3

Yolanda: Are you set on this one?

Lady: (She turned and looked in the mirror)...Yes! *u* Jessica, I would like this one.

Jessica: Oh? I love it. It was actually custom made by Polo. Heh. You can have it.

Lady: No No want to pay the designer.  :O He worked so hard.

Polo: (He walked over and bowed) No miss. It's an honor to have a Cunningham wear one of my designs. Please I want you to have it. :3

Lady: Oh, thank you so much! (She bowed to him) I hope to see you at the wedding!

Polo: !! (He looked at Lady) Y-Yes of course if I am invite..and you want me there.

Lady: Of course I do. You are the brilliant designer of my dress. :3

Polo: (He blushed in embarrassment) Oh gee..I will definitely be there then ;U;

Lady: Yay! (She clapped her hands) Let's get back to my father :3 I Want To Show Him My dress!

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Venus: ………... (She looked at Palutena and smiled proudly) That's right../ Whoa that time I actually felt something different..Everyone calls me beautiful and drown me in compliments but why when it comes from the servant..it makes me feel.../--

Lady: Father, Karkat, Gamzee look!(She rushed into the house)

Showanna: W-wait!! Sweetpea you can't so them now!!! @_@ it's bad for the groom to see you before the wedding!

Jessica: L-lady..

Vedal: Lady!! @_@ No!

Acid: Shesh so beautiful ;U;

Cloud: (He turned his head and watched as Lady ran towards him)...

Lady: (She smiled) Oh Father!

Pollution: Don't do it...hold it in (His eyes watered up)No!

Cloud: (He stood up and opened his arms with a smiled)

Crazy Eyes: Whoa! What a choice. (He clapped his hands)

Lady: (She jumped into Cloud’s arms and held him) !

Jessica: Oh how heart warming…

Vedal: ;~;

Showanna: I wish I knew my dad!! Then again he ain't do nothing for me! (He smiled) Who needs him!

Jessica: Same with my father…

Cloud: (He held lady tightly)...I really don't want to let you go but..you are no longer young.

Lady: Aww father. I'm getting married, heh..(She wiped her eyes) I thought I would be a widow all my lifespan...Then Gamzee came and I just….I'm so happy.

Cloud: (He released Lady and wiped his eyes) I guess we are both crying huh?..Heh. I am so proud.

Lady: (She kissed Cloud’s cheek) Aww.

Cloud: (He smiled)..

Pollution: Aww!! She done did it now! (He cried)

Lady: (She held Karkat hands) What do you think? Is it okay…? (She looked at Gamzee and smiled) Do you know what you are wearing.

Crazy Eyes. I have a black suite for him. It's brand new. It was to big for me. The suite was made for a much taller fellow. (He looked up at Gamzee) like this guy.

Lady: Thank you father! ;U;

Cloud: The family will meet us there Lady.

Lady: Okay Father.

Venus: Aww her dress is pretty. (She walked over to Yolanda) Hello human.

Yolanda: Oh? Venus, You missed all the fun.

Jessica: Sans, papyrus, will you be attending the wedding?

Papyrus: A-Ah, a wedding!? (His eyes sparkled) O-of course I, the great Papyrus, would be thrilled to make an appearance..err..what exactly is a wedding? Human social event?? Do I wear my cool dude outfit...like I would for a date?

Jessica: Uhh, something like such however you'll need a suite. Heh.

Papyrus: (He noticed her chest bouncing as she laughed) Uhhhh. @///@ Sans her chest is moving on it’s own! Is it supposed to do that!?

Frisk: (She looked Madotsuki and signed) “I have never met a person named Barnaby...this is all strange..I am just really excited for Ms. Lady’s wedding”! (She smiled as Toriel picked her up)..(She pointed at Lady and smiled widely)

Lady: Hi Frisk, Toriel. I also found this for frisk! (She walked over and gave frisk a Flower dress) Frisk will look so cute as the flower girl. Want to try it on?

Frisk: (She nodded and hopped down from Toriel arms) !!

Lady: Okay. (She walked frisk over to a bathroom) Let me know if you need help. ^^

Frisk: (She nodded and closed the door)

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Frisk: (She opened the door and posed)

Lady: Ohehe! It looks great. You'll be so cute. (She walked her back over to Toriel) Heh, I guess I picked the right one. She loves it.

Frisk: (She twirled around) ^^

Jessica: Aww, How percious. (She smiled)

Suavity: Hey cloud. I just received word that the other Cunninghams are arriving at the Palace. Wedding is gonna go on soon. Ankeridge sure prepare quickly. @_@

Cloud: That good...Crazy Eyes give Gamzee the suite you have so we can make sure it fits properly.

Crazy eyes: (He stood up and handed Gamzee and a neatly folded suit).....Okay, so we are clear cloud I am not helping him put it on.

Lady: Oh! Oh! I can help him :3

Crazy Eyes: Heavens no! @___@

Lady: Oh..Okay. ^^;

Cloud: Is Gamzee capable of putting on a suit? (He looked at Karkat)

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Braho: (He smiled) Nah, don't mention it! I do not know how to explain it...I keep it a secret sorta for some people. But you are special,bro. I gotta let you in on it. (He showed Henry his arm) This is the you ate off of. It's all better now. My siblings and I were have the ability to regenerate. (He laughed) I started realizing it in middle school when I'd get ridiculously injured and I just healed automatically! Weird huh? (He walked out into the garden) Whoa. Man, what a kingdom. (He noticed Noah and Aridia rest on a bench) Uh, you Bros doing alright? Don't wanna be intrudin’.

Noah: (He opened his eyes and looked at Braho) Not at all, sir. Please come join us. (He noticed his head was resting in Aridia lap).....? (He blushed and shook his head) Err. This will take some getting used to huh?

Braho: Heh, you two seem close.

Noah: ….Well we are now. (He smiled as she held his hand)

Braho: That's cool,bro. Power to you man. (He smiled) That was a killer party. I didn't know east could throw cool parties!

Noah: People tend to underestimate us because we have high standards and manners. I truly missed the Eastern kingdom..people are so rude outside of the East.

Braho: Yeah I agree with you on that bro. For one they would have given us nice clothes like you all did. I respect that and I thank you all for having us.

Noah: You're very welcome. You guys just sorta showed up. We couldn't send you all back. That would have been rude. (He smiled)

Braho: I really like it here,man. It's like in this history books about old England. You guys ride carriages and have no television.

Noah: Television?

Braho: Ah, don't worry about it ^^; (He pats Henry's head as he slept)

Noah:I wonder where Ms.Porrim and Polana went?........--(He sat up and blinked) My mother is near. Heh, my father acts up when she near him.

Braho: The queen of the South. I wonder what the south kingdom is like too. One day I will visit all the kingdoms..maybe when I have a family of my own! (He clenched his fist and grinned) I hope I have a pretty wife-- and two little girls. Yeah.

Noah: Seems like you have it all visualized.

Braho: Yeah...sorta heh.

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Juto: Heh, the commander looks happy.

Rulf: Yeah, it's the very very least we can do for em.

Kano: Aww I'm just so glad he got to see Miku-san again >3<

Rulf: Well let's head back.

Kano: Hold on. Before we do…(He looked down) Could I see something really quickly.

Juto: Huuuuh? See something? Like what?

Kano: It's something I have wanted to see my whole life. (He blushed) Now that we are here and close to it. I...I wish to see it. (He bowed) It's what I have always wanted!

Rulf: C-Calm down. Err, I guess we do have a little time before we have to g--(He gets hugged by Kano) !

Kano: Oh thank you, thank you!

Rulf: Eheh don't mention it. ^^

Juto: So what is it?

Kano: Not what.. where. It's a place :3 Very very sacred..when I saw Bishop Kasumi’s daughter..I just knew that would be her dwelling.

Juto: The butterfly dude? I got one question. =_=  do we have to fly to this place. Cause we ain't got wings.

Kano: No..No not that I know of..Come one. It's the best time to go! (He took their hands and ran out of the castle)

Boo: (She watched them as they left) It feels good to be home. Back in a familiar place..back to our original customs. (She exhaled)

Skye: (He held Dog’s hands before releasing them and walking away)

Dog: (He waved)

Boo:  Dog?

Dog: Mother? (He turned and looked over at her)

Boo: What was that all about? (She eyed him)

Dog: Uh,Heh, Skye just went home to help look after Mr.Dark. ^^; He seemed very emotional and ill during the party.

Boo: True..he is having another child.(She smiled) Goodness I hope it isn't a litter.

Dog: A litter @_@

Boo: Yes, now that would be a curse. It was said that Aoi, Dark’s father, had a sister who bared a litter of seven.

Dog: E-eeeeh? That is like seven children x___x

Boo: Mhm, (She nodded) Let's hope he isn't cursed. Raising children is not always so easy. ^^

Dog: I see. Well, mother, father. Will be retreating for the day.

Boo: (She nodded to Dog and watched as he walked away)

Buddha: Thank you for having us Bunny. It was a smashing party.

Adam: Mom can Adena come over.

John: Yeah can Adena, come over and play?

Adena: E-eh? (She trembled as they held her hands)

Buddha: Rauel. (He called for him)

Rauel: (He wrapped himself around John and Adam and hissed) That issssss enouugh you two!

John: Yeah Yeah..(He rolled his eyes)

Adam: Y-Yes sir..(He bowed his head)

Adena: Uh, thank you Rauel. (She smiled)

Rauel: Naturally..

Buddha: We'll be taking our leave. Don't be a stranger. (He smirked)

Boo: Me? Never shall I ever. Tell your mother Sophina I said hello.

Buddha: Yeah(He nodded) Watch out for Sinbad too.

Boo: I’d be damned…. .___. (She clenched her fist) I'll have something for him next time.

Buddha: I know you will. (He turned around and snapped his fingers) Forward.

John and Adam: March…

Buddha: (He marched the two out of the castle) Left, Left, Left right.

Adena: o.o He sure has those Bone heads in line. (She placed her hands on her hips)

Boo: He is a war lord..His mom named him after a great Sage.

Adena: Huh? I see. (She smiled then noticed) Cross and Angel left as well?

Boo: Yes they were carried away by the spider henchmen. Her, Pixie, Gen and Angel. Went back to their home.

Adena: I see :o

Boo: What shall you do now?

Adena: I would like to bathe and get ready for the day. (She bowed to Boo and Gokudera) It gives you two some time. (She winked)

Boo: Eh? (She eyed Gokudera) Why you e__e (She crossed her arms) Is that why everyone left in such a hurry!? What did you tell them??

Adena: Hehe! Bye (She picked up her dress and ran out if the throne room)

Boo: Adena? Adena wait!? Gokudera-- don't you dare! You wild untamed beast you! I’ll-- I’LL divorce you--I swear it this time

Adena: (She laughed as she heard Boo screaming)

Boo: (She ran down the hall) !!! Gokudera get the hell away from me! --(She gets tackled by him)

Adena: (She snickered)

Boo: Ah! You are being so childish!(She blushed as he picked her up) Why do you always catch me…(She crossed her arms ) Don't be to rough with me. -/////- (She wiggled her nose)However, I want carrot cake..and tea.. .maybe just carrots and tea...Maybe you and carrots. (She blushed and wrapped her arms around him) Hurry up and have me already husband.

Adena: Aww mother is so cute. (She walked away) She doesn't know how to act around father.

Guard: My queen there has been word--

Boo: (She narrowed her eyes) Oh no you don't! I've been needing a piece of my husband for a little while now. I will not wait any longer.. Begone and do not disturb us until next day!

Guard: Y-Yes ma’am it is not important anyhow. Good day.(He walked away) @//@?

Boo: Now then..(She clenched his shirt collar and grinned ) Let's get to it, muscle man.

Adena: e^e I wonder if I am like that? (She  shivered and walked away)

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Gino: (He looked at Tomo) What are you whining about? Nobody Is on this side of the palace. (He grinned) Just lay down already.-- (He narrowed his eyes and Tomo talked)....Tomo shut the fuck up already and let's fuck.(He removed his shirt) I am grown man now you know. I have more muscle than I know what to do with.(He flexed) is it going to hurt? (He grabbed To mom’s waist and pulled him close) Sure the hell it will. You kept me waiting this long. (He flicked his tongue) You'll be lucky to ever walk again..if you wanted the easy way out you shouldn't have gotten involved with a beast like me.(He held Tomo hands above his head) No No there is no escaping this time. --!!(He blushed as Tomo rubbed him with his knee) You freak! You wanted this dick along..dirty..

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Kasumi: (He hugged water along Andrew) Are you sure you want this...so soon?

Water: Mom, this where I belong now.

Kasumi: (He exhaled) This is a large temple are you sure you can handle living here.

Water: It's my duty now. As the first of my kind.

Kasumi: Okay..but I will assign guards..and servants

Water: This is a sacred place..1 of each.

Kasumi: (He sighed) I understand but two guards at least.

Water: Fair. (She smiled) Goodbye mom, Bye Dad.

Kasumi: Bye water.(He picked up Andrew and flew away) Visit anytime.

Water: I will everyday :3 (She walked inside the cave)

-Moments later-

Juto: (He walked over to the Shrine) This is it?

Rulf: (He looked around) What atmosphere..(He took a deep breathe in) Are we still in Europe?

Kano: (His eyes sparkled as he rubbed the columns) It's even better than I ever imagine.. ;U; Let's go inside. (He walked into the cave with Rulf) There is an underground temple that was made many many many years ago for an worthy princess.

Juto: (He followed after Rulf and kano) A worthy princess? (He looked around) Shit, where is she? Don't tell me they built all this for nothing.

Kano: No..because finally there is a princess that just moved it. She is one of the rarest species. --She was the one at the party. Bishop Kasumi’s daughter I already told you about her.

Juto: Damn! That cute one with the wings!

Rulf: Shhh. You are being too loud. (He stopped walking and touch the cave markings)..A prophecy..?

Kano: Mhm. ^^

Juto: (He walked up ahead and looked around) Welp our journey ends here..it's dark and there is water everywhere.

Kano: Legend has it there is a sea creatures that protects the princess in here. :3

Juto: What?! I'm out! (He turned around) I'm done.

Rulf: Juto wait, we still need to get to the temple. Juto: Nope I'm not dealing with anymore sea monster =_= I retire--(He stopped talking as he heard someone singing)..................(He turned around)......

Rulf: …….

Kano:...(He smiled widely)...! It's the princess it has to be (He whispered excitedly)

Juto: (He saw a small boat float over to them) …..?

Kano: Come on you two. We'll miss our ride. (He climbed into the boat)

Juto: (He exchanged glances with Rulf)......(He quietly got into the boat with Rulf and pushed it back into the water)....that is some beautiful singing..(He sighed and closed his eyes)

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Rulf: I wonder if she knows we are here--

Kano: !!(He felt a push against the boat and looked down into the water) It's too dark..I can't see anything..

Rulf: Whatever we bump into it must be pushing out boat forward.(He pulled out a flashlight and shined it in the water) !!!whoa! (He dropped his flashlight in the water ) Damn it!

Juto: W-what did you see?

Rulf: Uh .The sea serpent...o_o He must be responding to the singing. Just keep yourself in this boat. Who knows this girl might be twisted..

Juto: Roger that.

Kano: I understand….

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Kano: This singing is so majestic..(He held his hands together)

Juto: How long is this ride? It's cold in here.

Kano: Well duh..we are underground and we are surrounded by water.

Juto(He looked up and noticed light coming from a hole in the cave ceiling)..Look up there.

Rulf: Finally a ray of light..we have been riding in darkness for quite sometime now.

Juto: (He felt another push and looked at Rulf) The fuck? What happened to the singing. I feel like this boat came to a stop. Are we here?

Rulf: i wouldn’t know. I lost my flashlight ways back.

Juto: Are we supposed to do something?

Kano: She’s been watching us we should bow. Like right now. (He bowed)

Rulf: Uh sure! whatever.(He quickly bowed)

Juto: What? The fuck I will. Not when their is a sea monster in the water.

Kano: It's a sign of respect and peace. She'll think we are a threat if we do not bow. Like I said this place is sacred.

Juto:..urgh-- fine...I swear if that sea monster eats me..(He bowed his head)

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Water: (She smiled and snapped her fingers)

Kano: ..!...(He looked up as candles lit the Temple) *0*

Juto: (He looked up and around) This is a big ass cave. Where did we even enter from?

Water: You are the three from the party! Hello. (She held her hands together) You came to see my new home?  :3

Kano: Yes! (He nodded) It's beautiful!! *0* Can I look around pretty please.

Water: Yes of course! (She helped Kano and them out of the boat) Sorry if my friend startled you. He is a good guy. He has lived here longer than I have.

??????: (He rested his head on the bridge)......(He groaned loudly)

Water: He's like a big puppy honest. (She sat down and pats his head)

Rulf: Thats one big dragon. I guess he is kinda nice looking up close? (He kneeled down and pats his nose) G-Good boy.

?????: (He eyed Rulf and cleared his nostrils)

Water: Kelp is upset that you flashed that light in his eyes. o.o

Rulf: Kelp? .______. Doesn’t he need a big boy name?

Water: Well his name was originally Gogemoth but he says he likes Kelp better.

Juto: The Sea dragon talks?

Water: To me, yes. To you, no. (She snapped her finger) Kelp go get some rest.

Kelp: (He nodded and moves back into the water)

Water: You can come inside..Kankri doesn’t mind.(She floated into the temple)

Juto: Who is Kankri? (He looked around and whistled) All this is yours? Damn girl.

Water: (She Fiddled with her fingers) Kankri is..someone special...he will be living with me.

Juto: Ohoho, I see. ;D

Water: (She floated  and saw Kankri and Kano talking) Kankri? (She smiled and floated over to them)

Kano: Whoa, guy, you sure read up on things o.o You are pretty smart.

Water: Mhm, (She held his head and blushed) He truly is one in a million.. I can never get bored. I learn something new every time.

Rulf: It's that guy that wouldn't stop talking.

Juto: How the hell did he score?

Kano: Can you give us a tour of this astonishing Temple. I have waited my entire life for this ;U; Now I am here. (He wiped his eyes)

Water: Mm, (She nodded) Follow me!

-2 hours later-

Juto: Oh man! That was awesome!

Water: Heh.

Kano: (He held his box of tissues) This temple is beautiful…*sniffs* I can't believe I am in the lost temple of the Chosen princess. I even got to meet her and her friendly sea serpent…(He wiped his eyes) waaaaaaah ;3;

Rulf: Thanks for having us. You take care your highness. ^^  (He nodded to Kankri) You too man.

Water: You three are leaving? (She frowned) okay..goodbye then.. Let's keep in contact. You three can visit anytime.

Kano: ;U; She...she wants to be...M-my friend?

Water: Yes.

Kano: (He face planted on the ground) I don't wanna leave-- waaaaaaah!!

Rulf: We promised the commander! Kano get up. You are a man.

Kano: But this is where I belong ;n;

Juto: Seriously stop that dumb teenage girl stuff.=_= (He picked up Kano) Time to go.

Kano: Nooo!

Water: Bye ^^;

Rulf: Um...excuse me. Do you think your sea monster could take us back to our base...our commander kinda took our ship.

Water: Hm? Sure. (She whistled) Kelp.

Kelp: (He popped his head out the water and looked at Water)

Water: Could you take our guest to their homeland?

Kelp: (He shook his head and groaned)

Water: Kelp -w- Are you still upset? Please can you take them?

Rulf: o_o That is a big serpent. I've said enough today but..my lord I'd hate to be in the water with that.

Water: Oh? Okay. Thank you Kelp!!

Kelp: (He leaned over and nuzzled water)....(He lowered his head and allowed them on top)

Juto:...(He held on to his horn and looked down as Kelp lifted his head) *gulp* This is too fucking high.

Rulf: You jumped out of a plane, Juto.

Juto: Yeah but I had a parachute. e_e and wasn't riding a dragon.

Kano: Oh how exciting! *0*

Rulf: How do we exactly get out of here? This is a underground.

Water: (She raised her hands)

Kelp: (He extended his wings and levitate above the water)

Juto: I am so fucking done….. .___. It flies…this thing would be worse than zombie apocalypse..

Rulf: Almost feels like riding in a helicopter…(He held his stomach) oh..much like a helicopter.

Kano: Bye princess! Bye princess’s husband!

Water: Husband? (She looked at kankri then look back at kelp) Kelp, away. (She sent him off)

Kelp: (He flew up and through the hole in the ceiling.

Kano: It looked much smaller from the water..I guess this is a way out.

Water: (She watched Kelp until he was out of sight then looked at Kankri) Let's eat, “husband”(She laughed as he blushed) Heheh--.... (She stopped laughing and held on to Kankri) D-Did you hear that? (She frowned) It sounded like some sort of horn or something. (She jumped as she heard it again and looked around as it echoed) I don't like it...Let's get inside,hm. Maybe it's nothing? (She walked into the temple and saw Kurloz sitting down in the dining room)

Kurloz: (He waved and smiled) *Honk*

Water: (She held her chest and sighed in relief) Ah I see. A friend..(She floated over to Kurloz and sat next to him) Hello. ^^

Kurloz: (He smiled at Water)/….She's mothrrfuckin perfect….I'll use her/ (He held her hands and stroked them) /Her skin is fair.../

Water: (She looked at Kurloz) My you are freezing. Are you okay?

Kurloz: /Heartwarming character...almost reminds me of.../(He stroked Water’s cheek)..../No, you are not her../

Water: Sir, are you alright?

Kurloz: (He nodded and smiled) / As for those two slaves...I'll use them to my advantage and cut their strings/

Water: Would you like something to eat or drink?

Kurloz: (He looked at Water and saw Meulin)...........

Water: A-Are you okay? You are crying :C

Kurloz: (He nodded) / I'll take anything you motherfuckin want my sweet kittybitch./

Water: Okay..(She looked at Kankri) I think your friend is sad. You should talk to him. :<

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Yoshino: (She looked at the needle and thread and shrugged with a grinned) …….../Sure..whenever you want to learn...Atsumu showed me how..I use to get holes in my shirt. The amount of work I would do not to mention the fights I got into./ (She closed her eyes) /I am glad to be out of school./

Saitama: (He purred as Liliana pats him)..

Yoshino: (She blinked and looked at Liliana) ………./Also, don’t mention it...It is nice to help someone special. Besides, the guy sounds like he should be taught a lesson. However, I do believe his time will come. Men like him and that Stephan always meet their Achilles heel. Just as you are mine.../

Saitama: (He groaned and nuzzled Yoshino’s face)

Yoshino: (She motioned a laugh and pushed Saitama gently away) ………….../Haha, yes Saitama you are my Achilles heel too./ (She pats him and looked at Liliana) …./Have you ate? I made food aswell if you are hungry. You could eat and spend the night here if you want. Saitama doesn’t mind even though he can be possessive. I guess I am guilty of that too.../ (She blushed slightly)...

Saitama: (He licked Yoshino’s cheek and lounged in her lap) ..

Yoshino: …../Saitama you are a big cat now..you can’t just lay in my lap anymore./

Saitama: (He groaned and knock Yoshino over playfully).

Yoshino: /Hahaha!.../ (She watched as Liliana walked into the dining room)..........

Saitama:..(He nuzzled her)

Yoshino: …./Yeah, I like her alot...I don’t want to be too...you know...I’m holding back alot./ (She smiled as Saitama nudged her again) /I’ll just wait for her...hopefully she doesn’t drink to much wine out of frustration...I don’t think I’ll be able to hold myself back if she does/ (She burried her face in his fur) / Urgh! I don’t know how to act around her...she truly is my Achilles heel/ (She grinned)

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Steam: No, however you seem to do it without my consent. You are the boss after all (He rested his head on his chest).....

Screws: (She picked up Yui set her down in her bed with Fai and ????).....(She barked)

????: (He whined) / Aw c’mon mum. Can't we stay up just a little bit longer./

Screws: (She sat down next to Lei and looked at ???) /Now Dai..it is well past bedtime and the masters are going out. If you do not sleep you will have no energy for morning. It is the best time to go to the park./

Dai: (He wagged his tail) /Mummy I love the park./

Screws: /Then I suppose you'd best get to counting those sheep son. Morning will come before you know it./

Dai: (He growled playfully as Yui bit his ear) /Heh!/

Screws: /Ahem….Goodnight pups/

Dai: (He stopped playing)/ Goodnight Mum!/ (He lied down)

Screws: /Mr. Tick..Mr.Tok../ (She walked out of the room and over to them)

Tok: / Ah, Ms.Screws..how are you feeling? Mm, you as well young chap/.(He looked at Lei)

Screws: /Ah it all still feels like a dream. I am a mother of three beautiful pups. I found a mate that loves me...Though, my father still will not recognize our love. He is better than he use to be./ (She nodded)

Tick: /Oh, is that not the truth. The bloody war dog almost cook me tail feathers. He has a heart deary, honest. You don't need me to tell you that. He has shown love in so many times. How hard a long he chased after you when you left for the D-agency./

Tok: /The man traveled for days. Months without a battery. What a dog. I respect em’/

Screws: /Yes, I do remember years ago..he saved my life. A mad man was going to put me in the shredded just like he did my mother. / (She swayed her tail) /Heh He is still my hero./

Tick: /Aww, you'll make me cry.. OvO/

Bolts: (He walks inside the house)......

Screws: /Daddy!/

Tick:(He saluted Bolts respectfully along with Tok) /Good evening/

Tok: /Evening Sir./

Bolts: /Evening Gentlemen.../ (He nodded and eyed Lei) / You do right by my daughter...you brought her pups and happiness. Do not make me regret my decision. As I have shown you in the past...I'll kill for my daughter. I'd expect you to do the same for your new family../

Screws: (She wiped the oil from her eyes with her paws) / Father..is so cool… ;_; /

Bolts: (He nodded and walked upstairs)/ Goodnight/

Tick: /Ah! Goodnight to you sir./

Screws: / My pups look up to him and their father alot.. (She wiped her eyes again and whined).../

Tok: / Heh, what a happy mother./

Steam: (He blinked as Snake sat him down on the bed) Why won’t you tell me already. (He crossed his arms and thought to himself) It must be symbolic…? Have we been there before or maybe…(He sighed) I cannot think clearly..I am anxious. (He watched as Snake started to get dressed) Golly, You must have actually put thought into it..If you are getting all spiffed up. (He smiled)...............(He looked up as he saw something shimmer in the corner of his eye) ! (He stood up and looked out the window)...............(He shook his head at Snake) Mm, it is nothing. I just need some air………(He smiled) Not to worry, I will get ready soon! (He walked over to the balcony and opened the door)...........? (He looked around ) huh? I could have sworn I saw-- (He moved away before ???? could grab him and held up a knife)

?????: …….(She looked at Steam).....

Steam: Q-Quiet-? (He whispered and placed his knife back on his thigh) Quiet, what are you doing here? Shouldn’t you be back at base? Did you come to visit the boss heh.

Quiet: …..(He gave Steam folded documents).....

Steam: Hm? Let’s take a look..(He puts on his glasses and opened the documents)......................Hmmmmmm? (He grinned) A mission..Oh yes, this is perfect. Ever since the incident Snake doesn’t want me out anymore. He basically put me on homebound. Thanks you for not..you know...running this by him. (He smiled)

Quiet: (she nodded quietly) …….

Steam: (He hugged Quiet gently and waved)

Quiet: (She jumped down from the balcony)

Steam: (He placed the documents in his chest pocket and walked back inside) Is he still in the bathroom? I'm kind of excited if he is putting this effort into it. (He walked over to his side of the bed and pulled open a drawer)........(He touched an old hospital document) This was from that one day..

//Steam: (He was walking with a box of supplies) Shame on that Hiroto. He could have a least helped…(He looked and noticed two Soldiers standing in front of his Laboratory)....? Good day, Gentlemen? (He noticed ?????Standing with the Soldiers)....Sullivan  (He set the box down and placed his hand on his hip) Is everything alright?

Soldier 1: (He saluted Steam) Sir. (He dropped his salute as Steam motioned) There has been an accident. Kaz and The boss..

Steam: (He placed his hand over his mouth and back away) No…Don't tell me--

Soldier 2: Sir, Kaz is fine but...The boss..

Sullivan: You see, He left you in my care (He grinned) It was his will.

Steam: (He pointed at Sullivan) My husband is no fool! He is not weak either..(He wiped his eyes) How dare you underestimate his strength! I will see him right now!

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Ocelot: ……..(He stood in the waiting room

Steam: (He burst through the door) !

Ocelot: !!

Hiroto: Oi! Barnaby! Calm down-- You-- Man help me out!

Steam: Release me! (He grabbed Hiroto by his collar and tossed him to the side)

Hiroto: Shit! Not again @_@

Soldiers: (They tried to restrain Steam) !

Steam: Get…...get out of my way!! (He fought them all off and reached for the door) I have to...I have to see him for myself.

Ocelot: Barnaby! (He stood in between him and the door) That's enough!

Steam:. You are the last person that wants to get in my way. (He looked down) He is not...He is not dead.

Ocelot: Snake is in critical condition..

Steam: …...please. I have to see him. I won't be at peace if I don't.

Ocelot: (He exhaled and pats Steam’s shoulder) Alright. You have to remain calm the medical crew is doing the best they can.

Steam: (He nodded slowly and held on to Ocelot)

Ocelot: (He walked him through the doors)...How is he? (He asked as one doctor approached him)

Doctor: He is stable but he'll be offline for a while. (He looked at Steam) Poison Bunny?

Steam: (He walked pass the doctor and placed his hands on Snake’s head)........../A mess..what a mess../(He leaned over and placed his forehead against his)....

Doctor: (He frowned) You shouldn't have brought him.

Ocelot: He defeated a good number of our new recruits. He practically begged me…...he needed to see.

Kaz: No. (He walked inside and leaned on his cane) Poison Bunny needs to be put in a cell.

Doctor: !?

Ocelot: (He looked at Kaz) What for?

Kaz: The mess in the lobby speaks for itself.--

Ocelot: He was hurt. These two are married you know.

Kaz: Even more of a reason.. I’ve seen guys like Barnaby. Guys like him resort to crime when exposed to a traumatic experience. He is a trained killer and if he wanted too He could destroy this entire base. I am sorry but he needs to be confined.

Ocelot: …..(He watched Steam wipe blood from Snake's face) ….if you separate him from The boss we will all have a bad day.

Kaz: (He ordered the soldiers) Take him to cell 209.

Ocelot: Miller, you are not think straight.

Steam: (He noticed his missing arm) !!...This was no accident..was it Snake? (He stroked his head) I will avenge you..(He stood upright and looked at Snake) Promises must broken..but I'll make it up to you..(He rubbed Snake’s blood across his cheek)

Kaz: (He narrowed his eyes at Steam) Confine him, now.

Ocelot: /What does he mean by what he said?../ (He watched as Steam gets taken away)

Kaz: Don't expect to escape Bunny. Where you are going It's useless.

Steam: ….You don't know what I am..and what I am capable of….you do right by my husband. There is a prosthetic for him in my lab..Do something right Miller, for him at least. (He continued walking with the Soldiers) Do not pull so tightly

Solider: U-Uh I'm  sorry, Sir.

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Ocelot: (He turned around and looked at Snake) Boss! You son a bitch, you're alive.

Steam: …(He smiled and as Snake spoke to Ocelot)

Ocelot: Heh it's not that important. You were out cold for a week or so...I gotta tell ya. You have one hell of a spouse.

Hiroto: No fucking shit! That guy gave us all hell. He escaped and avenge you. Found the army that did it and took them out. Captured the leader and made him suffer! O_O (He crossed his arms and smirked) That's a babe right there. It cost him an arm though. But he wrecked their shit!

Steam: ……

Ocelot: Easy.(He helped Snake up) He's over here. (He stepped to the side) He even made your prosthetic arm.

Steam: (He smiled and closed his eyes) Hey you..

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Steam: ….(He closed the drawer).../Sullivan is still out there, so is Cipher....Hopefully with this mission--/(He jumped as Snake held him from behind)........? Hmm? (He shook his head) Took you long enough you spend too much time in the bathroom. (He laughed) Have you been working out? (He blushed) I don't know..you seem extra tone. In more ways than one(He winked and slipped from his grasp) I'll be a minute..(He started undress) My, Black and white formal attire? I sounds pretty expensive. (He snickered happily) We might have to take our expensive automobile @w@ (He explained it's features to Snake) ohohoh, I modified it too and it's has smooth handling and the engine is Hemi.  (He curled the top of his hair and swooped it the side) I can't wait to test it out. (He slipped into his suit and tied his tie) Say, snake... I heard you got a new co-worker. (He gussied himself up and looked in the mirror) Yes, I heard she is quite “handy”. (He slyly placed the deployment documents in his breast pocket of his suit jacket and turned to Snake) I’m starting to think you put me on this house arrest thing for reason beyond what you want me to believe..(He closed his eyes as snake spoke)..................No, it’s just--...(He heard the doorbell)..No--no, Finish up. I’ll get it. (He walked out off the room and downstairs) Tick?

Tick: Who! OvO”Oye, I do not know, Master barnaby. It is some woman”

Steam: Oh? (He walked over to the door and opened it).....(He gave ???? a fake smile) Well aren’t you all dressed nicely. I almost thought it was your anniversary.

????: Oh, why thank you. (She smirked) I always dress to impress. You look nice yourself.

Steam: You have my thanks. Unlike some I do not have to try. (He smiled)

????: Well I brought a gift. I heard the boss has a sweet tooth. (She gave Steam a cake) It’s his favorite.

Steam: (He looked at the cake and tilted his head) I only thought the married couple gave gifts to each other. Not random co-works who can’t mind their manners. Oh and by the way..(He tossed the cake on to her face and smothered it) My darling dear likes strawberry shortcake and only when I make it. (He dusted himself off and adjusted his tie) Listen here you flapper..If you touch my husband, I will throw you in the meat grinder.

????: !! (She stood up and glared at Steam) Why does it like you anyways!? !920’s rich brat was so never...It’s time he had a real woman..

Steam: (He noticed her tattoo)../She is a spy.../ Good day. I have a date with my husband. (He waved her and walked back inside).............../She is working with Sullivan…..snake could be endangered.. This mission is important../ (He turned and looked at Snake) Are you already to go? (He held on to Snake’s arm)..Screws, Lei, Tick and Tok. We will be heading out for the evening..

Screws: Understood Master Barnaby.. (She wagged her tail)

Steam: Snake, who was that woman? She was dressed rather promiscuous. What is her name?

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Stephan: (He scratched his head) Uh sure...I can leave if you want. I wouldn't mind teasing dadbot about his new girlfriend. (He raised his eyebrow as Ryou shook his head) No? (He grinned) Shit, does this mean you actually fallen for me? (He flicked his tongue and rubbed his hands greedily)........(He shook his head and looked at Ryou) /What's the problem. I could easily manipulate this cat and have me a good night what is the deal?/ You know what. Why don't you just show me around this pad you got here? Maybe on on a movie or something.../Shit..why am I so patient with him..This is weird my chest hurts when he looks at me with those big eyes./ (He cleared his throat and walked over to window and looked outside)............(He noticed a barking noise)......(He narrowed his eyes as he looked at a small puppy) Oi, shut the fuck up I'm trying to think?..

?????: (He wagged his tail and barked at Stephan)

Stephan: Kid, go home you're bothering me. -_-

?????: (He whimpered)......

Stephan: You must be a stray, huh? Well it ain't easy being on the streets kid...I would know. (He crossed his arms)

??????: (He whimpered and lifted up his paw)

Stephan: Look pal. I don't really like kids like that you're …..(He looked at ???? eyes)...you're… (He facepalmed) Alright kid...but this'll only make me look good. (He walked out the front door and onto the porch) C’mere.

?????: (He barked and hopped over to the stairs)....(He pawed the stairs)..?

Stephan: You must be really young. I'll help.you just this once man. (He picked up ???? And walked back inside) You got a name.

??????: (He whined)

Stephan: Don't start that whining shit. I'll give you one. How about snot-nosed-brat? No? Maybe Loser? ...Err..what do you name kids? You name them like dogs right?(He stroked his chin then noticed ????? teething on his finger) bite-- no no. Chomp..eerr..Chumpie! That's what you'll be called.

Chumpie: (He nibbled on his finger)

Stephan: Hey stop that .__. (He sat Chumpie down on the rug) Hey, what do you do with this?(He walked over to Ryou and pointed at Chumpie) It's following me.

Chumpie: (He sat down on Stephan foot)

Stephan: It's like a tiny child with hair.--(He watched as Ryou awwed and reacted to Chumpie) H-huh? Uh yeah he is a handsome devil. Heh. (He grinned)/ Score.! He is like a chick magnet/ I hope dadbot doesn't throw a fit. I never really had a pet before.

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Rushka: (She stood up) It's still here.

Malik: (He stood up quickly) !! Seriously!?

Shisui: Levi went up stairs! This is my chance to be brave (He held his stuffed animal tightly and rushed out of the living room) I can do it.

Roku: (He tried to stand up) Shisui... (He held his head)

Malik: You err..Locus lady. Those kids are in danger. Let's go.

Rushka: (She took off her glasses) Finally some action.

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Shisui: Levi…(He walked into his room) Levi-san? Are you in here…(He shook his stuffed animal and blinked as it started to glow) It is pretty dark in here.-- (He flinched as he felt something run past him) Oh--! Levi...are you trying to scare me again. (He looked around as he felt a gust of wind) mm-mom said it is not nice to do that but I still think it is okay...if you mean well…(He held his stuffed animal up and saw Levi sitting down) !! Levi, there you are! (He smiled and walked over and stood behind him) We should really get back to dad. They think the monster is still here..

Levi:.......

Shisui: Heh, come on Levi. Let’s….

Levi: (He extended his hand out slowly and motioned for Shisui to come closer)

Shisui: Huuuh? Nii-san we should go back with the others. ^^ We can talk when we get back down stairs (He blinked as Levi motions again but more firmly) O..Okay Nii-san if that is what you want. I will sit with you for a little bit. (He took Levi’s hand and cringed) O-Oh! You have a strong grip. ^^; It kinda hurts--

Levi/?????: (It pulled Shisui into its lap and breathed heavily).......(it slowly altered back to it’s locus form) Shisui: Nii-san your breath smells really bad and you sound sick. (He closed his eyes) No wonder you ran away from that girl...That’s okay! Toothpaste will help you! You can even borrow my new toothbrush. The weird dentist guy gave it to me when I went for check up! (He meowed)

??????: (It tilted its head as Shisui spoke).......(It growled lowly and leaned in close to his neck)

Shisui: Do you sit in the dark like this all the time? It must be lonely-- But it sounds so cool..You are brave Nii-san...I still get scared of the dark…monsters come out in the dark. But that’s why I have Mr.Squishy! He scares all the bad guys away and gives me light.

// Roku: Shisui…(He sighed) Get down from there?

Shisui: N-No mom, I have to find it. (He climbed up to the top shelf)

Roku: Maybe there isn’t anymore. That stuffed animal is pretty popular. o-o (He waited)....

Levi: Mom, I found this for you. (He gave him a calendar) See, we can start for today.

Roku: (He smiled) How cute..a pregnancy calendar. (He held his stomach) Heh, we are just a few weeks in.

Levi: Shesh another one e_e of those. (He pointed at Shisui) Mom you and dad mate like rabbits. Gross (He flinched)

Roku: (He narrowed his eyes at Levi) It’s never my fault. (He crossed his arms)

Levi: Really? Dad said Shisui was all your doing. (He grinned)

Shisui: Oh! I got one mom! (He held it up) It’s a Mr.Squishy one! :O Mom! LOOK! (He waved it around)

Roku: Oh good Shisui.. Come down you are making a scene. o-o

Maasaki: (He walked over to Roku) My, is that Shisui…? He is growing up..(He smiled)

Roku: Maasaki-san!(He hugged him then sighed)  Yeah =w=....Oh. thats right, I heard about Rushka! Congratulations! :3 She is becoming a doctor.

Maasaki: (He blushed shyly) Y-Yes..I am so proud of her (He looked back at Roku and smiled) One day...maybe..she will get to meet your boys. ^^

Levi: Huuuuh?! Sorry I didn’t catch that what did you say!?

Maasaki: (He flinched as Levi yelled)

Roku: Levi! (He swatted him) Rudeness young man.

Maasaki: No No...It is okay..I am still working on speak loudly..Keaton-san is helping me. He makes me so...happy. (He blushed lightly).

“Intercom: Attention shoppers, will the owner of the dumpster diving Wolfstien dog please come claim him immediately”

Maasaki: …..Uuuhh…(He shivered) Oh no...I have to go. (He bowed to Roku) Prince..(He quickly walked off) Again Keaton-san..(He covered his face in embarrassment)

“Intercom: Oh! SHIT!!-- (She screamed) The father looking for his two ghoul teenagers! We have them here!-- God Help m--!”

Roku: (He blinked) Oh my…

Braho: (He rode a grocery cart down the alli) Hold on! Daddy is coming!!

Levi: (He watched Braho) O___O What the fuck...

Roku: Saturday mornings huh? (He exhaled)

Shisui: (He climbed down and looked at Roku) I got it mama.

‘Roku: Let’s go check out. ^^;

Levi: Yeah lets get the fuck out of here. o-o (He followed Roku and Shisui)

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Shisui: I found him-- you remember don’t you? :3

Malik: (He looked into the room and gasped) K-Kid!

?????: (it heard Malik and roared)!

Shisui: Ah! (He stood up quickly and looked at the locus in horror) u-um!

?????: (He hunched over Shisui and roared loudly at him) !!! (He reached down for him)

Shisui: (He screamed and held his stuffed animal and flashed a light in its eyes) Go away!!

?????: (He growled and swung his claws around)

Shisui: !!!

Malik: Kid get down!

Rushka: (She altered into her locus form)

Shisui: (He turned his head and saw Levi laying unconscious under the bed) Nii-sa--

?????: (It scratches Shisui’s eye and knocked him to the side)

Malik: ! (He looked at Rushka) End this thing now! /We are losing too many people to this thing! How could we miss it? Unless.../ (He kneeled down and held Shisui) Kid...Kid are you alright!? Hang in there!

Shisui: (He breathed heavily) M-Mr! I-- I can’t see.. I can’t see! It hurts!! (He whined)

Malik: Shit..(He cringed) One nasty cut. (He picked up Shisui) I’m gonna get you outta here Kid. Hang in there. (He watched Rushka pin down the locus) Oh my god.. damn You got em?! That quick!

Rushka: (He panted).....(She nodded) Yes..He is weakened…(She wrapped him with Levi’s bedsheets) I will see to the child if you bring him downstairs. .. (She nudged the locus with her nose) I’ll bring this guy and the other boy …

~ 25 minutes later~

Roku: (He held Shisui and Levi)...........(He nuzzled them and lowered his ears).........(He narrowed his eyes at Shuji and hissed as he placed his hand on his shoulder)...

Rushka: (He walked back into the the living room with a clipboard)

Roku: Well? (He looked at Rushka in concern)

Rushka: (She looked at everyone then back at Roku) Well….Shisui, he should recover fine, though he will not have sight in his left eye for a little while....there is ointment that I will proscribe him with. He is to wear an eye patch for a few months. Rub the ointment everyday before school and bedtime.

Roku: (He smiled slightly and held Shisui tightly)..Heh..Thank goodness………(He looked at Levi then up at Rushka)...Levi..?

Rushka: (She exchanged glances with Malik and bowed her head)

Roku: …..(He looked at them both)...N..Now hold on…

Rushka: I will be taking Levi back with me. He will be monitored…

Roku: (He shook his head) What... ? What does this mean? Is he not fine..

Rushka: Your son is infected. He has Locus blood in him now.

Malik: (He bowed his head as Roku cried) ………(He looked back at Rushka) But, Seth was infected. How is he fine.

Rushka: We can contained it. However one is not truly cured of a locus bite. (She shook her head) It is hard to cure it completely.

Roku: (He looked up at ?????? trying to wiggle from his restraints)...Why...why is it still alive!! (His claws grew)

Rushka: I need a sample of his DNA first..(She walked over to it and pinch it with a syringe and began extracting blood)

Roku: (He glared at Shuji as he spoke)......Do not speak to me..I will not forgive you. I will not shall the same bed as you...I will not breath your air. You promised you wouldn’t let anything like this happen. You promised me..this would not happen. You would take care of my kittens….look at them. (He looked at Levi and closed his eyes) How can we want more...have this big family we want? We can’t even keep the ones we have safe. I will be due soon Shuji-- and I am afraid to have these kittens if it is not safe..If we aren’t safe..

Rushka: I am finished. (She placed the syringe in a container and nodded to Roku) Shall I dispose of it--

Roku: No…

Malik: …?

Roku: He will do it. (He looked at Shuji) Dispose of it. Go on. I will never forgive you so much as it lives.

Shisui: (He coughed)..

Roku: ! (He held Shisui) Shisui…!

Shisui: Mom, I had a bad dream….A terrible monster attack Nii-san.

Roku: ….I wish I could say it was a dream..

Shisui: …...Oh, so..is Levi going to be okay?

Roku: Yes...He is-- He is just sick.

Shisui: He is? (He smiled slightly) We could give him soup...The ones with the noodles and chicken helps me.

?????: (It growled)

Roku: (He snapped his head at ????? and hissed loudly) SHUT UP YOU!

?????: ……(He closed it’s mouth)

Shisui: Mama what was tha--

Roku: (He turned Shisui’s head to face him) Only look at me..

Shisui:.....

Rushka: (She kneeled down to Shisui) Hello.

Shisui: Hello ma’am.. o-o you were in my dream too. You turned into a monster too..But you weren’t so scary..you like almost like a little doggie..

Malik: Eerr, little.? doggie ? Such an innocent mind (He sighed) @-@

Rushka: (She smiled) I am here to give you your medicine for your eye…(She lifted up the pad over his eyes and rubbed ointment on it) You’ll have to use your right eye to see for a little while ^^

Shisui:......Okay…..(He gasped as Rushka picked up an eyepatch) Whoa! Does that go on my eye Miss?

Rushka: Mhm ^^

Shisui: I’ll be like..like a pirate! (He smiled)

Roku: (He smiled and nodded) That is right.

Shisui: Wait until I show my friends at school! (He sat up and let Rushka put the eyepatch on him) Whoa…I bet I look so cool. (He held his cheeks)

Roku: Very..

Rushka: See? (She held up a mirror)

Shisui: (He smiled) Ah-- I love it. Thank you Miss. (He bowed his head then looked back at her) W-Where is Squishy? :<

Malik: (He rubbed the back of his head) Wasn’t that stuffed animal destroyed little man..

Rushka: Is this it (She gave Shisui his stuffed animal)

Malik: E-Eh?/How did she fix it???/ o_o

Shisui: Aha! Squishy! >:u where were you...you scared me. I was so worried. (He spoke with the stuffed animal) Look I am a pirate now. o.o

Roku: (He stroked Shisui’s head and kissed it)

Shisui: Mooooom, you can’t kiss me now..I am a pirate…We are like totally brave adventurers that are not afraid of anything.

Roku: Okay..(He laughed and turned to Levi)....

Levi: …….(He cough up black blood)....(He breathed slowly)...

Rushka: (She kneeled down to him and held a flashlight to his eyes) Levi...are you responsive? (She opened his eye lid and check)

Levi:.................(He nodded slowly)........

Roku: (He held his hands to his heart)

Rushka: (She wiped the blood from his mouth and sniffed it)..........hmm…(She placed her hand on his forehead)...Temperature below norm.. Levi, you are infected with Locus blood.

Levi:...........

Rushka: However, I do believe in your case you can very very easily contain it. Can you ignite?

Levi: ……..(He tried to sit up and closed his eyes).......(She shook his head)

Roku: ….

Rushka: I see, I have already called for an extraction. Do not worry, Levi will be in good care.

Roku: (He held his hands together and bowed to Rushka) Thank you...Thank so much! Without you and Malik would have all died..Shuji wouldn’t have known what had happened and he would have came home to a dead family and (He kept rambling)

Rushka: Not a problem. It is my job and duty as a friend.

Malik: Don’t mention it. Heh, I am glad we could have got a hold of Shuji in time too ^^

Roku: ….(He sighed in relief)

Malik: Everything will be alright. ^^ We are all here. We could stay with you for the night if you are still uneasy.

Roku: No it is fine. You all have help so much already. Now it is time for the man of the house to do his job.

Malik: Alright. (He watched the locus burning)....(He cringed as it screeched in agonizing pain) o.e Yeah Shuji got this……….damn. Sucks to be that thing. Sal, Grey are you two ready to head home now?

Rushka: (She placed an oxygen mask over Levi’s mouth and covered him up with a blanket)...The extraction team will here soon as well.

Roku: Thank you..

Shisui: (He meowed as he played with his stuffed animal)...Argh..I am a pirate :u

Roku: Careful Shisui. Do not play too roughly. The wound might open back up. (He looked over at the pregnancy calendar and crossed off another day then sighed)......weeks left…

Malik: (He looked out the window as he heard a smashing noise) o___O man you people are lively tonight. Another computer dude? (He walked outside and saw Sollux and Yolanda and ????)

Yolanda: Hey, Sollux calm down.(He held him back) It's not worth it.

?????: You had better control you husband ma’am

Yolanda: Fuck you, you pervert get the fuck out of here!

Malik: What hell is going on out here?

Yolanda: Malik? (She squinted her eyes at ???) Grabby electrician here was being a perverted loser instead of doing his job. Sollux caught him in the act before it escalated. (She trembled) Are you even an electrician?!

???: I am--

Yolanda: You tried to have you way with me you fucking weirdo.

???: !! (He shook as Sollux shocked him) @__@

Yolanda: We got it, Malik. I am just glad our boy isn't here. He went off to some party all the kids talked about.(She turned to Sollux and shouted) Waste that fool! Okay! (She held her chest and turned back to Malik) What a man.

Malik: Yeah he is wrecking his shit good. Welp looks like you two got it covered. Catch you later cousin.

Yolanda: Say, did you daughter go to the party?

Malik: Grey? No.

Yolanda: I don't know how I feel about the party our son went to. I have a bad feeling…

Malik: A bad feeling…?

(She turned to Sollux) You got rid of that creep. I shouldn't have questioned you abilities in technology. I'm sorry..(She crossed her arms) I didn't know the electrician had a record.

Lydia: Yolanda! (She rushed over to her with Cronus)

Yolanda: Sister? Whoa calm down what is it?

Lydia: Did you see the news!?

Yolanda: N-No? What happened?!

Lydia: That party that the kids went to..(She held up the invite ) I just came from city hall. This kid doesn't exist(She shook her head) There is a serial killer up there in the woods somewhere and our kids--our kids are out there…(She held on to Yolanda as her knees gave out) Oh..

Yolanda: Wha….(She held on to Lydia).....Oh my god..you fucking kidding me..(She collapsed with Lydia) Almost everyone’s kids are there….(She sobbed)

Malik: …..(He looked at Lydia and Yolanda) I'm sure cops are on--

Lydia: This guy is a maniac! Even the cops won't go ;n; I tried time and time again to call Zola it's not going through @_@

Malik: Damn...no cops huh? Fuck…(He thought to himself)..I'll go up there…

Lydia: Malk...no..

Yolanda: Who knows what the freak has planned..

Malik: Not to worry...I'm got this. You two just get inside. I'm gonna secure my family.

Lydia: Malik…. ;n;

Malik: (He walked back into Roku’s house) Yo. Sal, Grey..I need you two to stay here. For the night. It's not safe outdoors right. Now--........ what happened?(He breathed and formed his thoughts).....You know that serial killer that was on the news months back..  well they never caught him…..now he faked this high school party to perform the biggest Slaughter this city has ever seen.

Roku: W-what?!

Malik: Yeah and the police don't want to get involved either.

Roku: Malik…(He shook his head) No you don't! It's dangerous.

Malik: Someone has to do something. Those kids are up there with no reception no way of calling for help. They are practically trap. They don’t even know there is a killer up there...I'm going up there. (He kissed Sal’s cheek and hugged Grey) Tell the babysitter to pull an all nighter. I'll be back. (He opened the door) ..? Sollux? Yolanda?

Yolanda: I will go with you. I want to help.

Malik: No can do. You’ll get hurt.

Yolanda: Look, if you have help.. We can find all the kids and bring them to safety much quicker and safer..besides..Sollux could teleport them. All we have to do is find them. (She held her hands together) We must hurry..I am getting worried...Lydia and the other moms aren’t holding out well either. Please if not me at least my husband..you can’t do this alone..

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Iris: N-no, sir Lancelot, wait… I don’t think they are in danger at all. (She looks at the hoof prints) That was Xalvador… (She sighs) I am so worried for that boy. Ever since his beloved died, he has not been the same. His curse is spreading… I only hope Kouta is able to help him rid of that curse… (She sits on the edge of Ceto’s lake and gently holds her hand) Kouta saw you, didn’t he? I’m glad… You two will become quick friends. (She shakes her head) I do not care what my wretched husband says…  I will protect you from him, Ceto. Even if it means I have to kill him. I will not hesitate. (She holds Ceto) You are more important to me. I… I hate him. He does not love me at all, and he never has. The only good thing that came out of this marriage is my children… (She looks down) He is nothing but a corrupted evil…  I do not care if I become a criminal… I will… do anything to protect my children from that monster. (She turns to Ceto) Even the children I did not birth myself. (She smiles and kisses Ceto’s forehead) Oh, that reminds me… Here you go, dear. (She smiles and hands her a covered bowl) I made your favorite! It is my stew! (She smiles and sets it on the edge of the lake)

???: (She runs over to Iris) Mama… mama… mama… mama…

Iris: Oh– Petunia! (She sighs and gently hugs her) Did the loud noises wake you up?

Petunia: (She looks at Ceto and gasps) Pretty… pretty!! Pretty!! Pretty!!!

Iris: (She smiles) Yes, she is very pretty. This is Ceto… Can you say “Ceto”, dear?

Petunia: Ceto… Ce-to! Cetoo!! Ceto! Ceto! (She grins and hugs Ceto gently) Ceto Ceto Ceto! Ceto! (She kisses Ceto’s cheek)

Iris: (She giggles) Very good!

Petunia: (She walks over to Lancelot and grabs his hand) Lot-lot! Lot-lot! Lot-lot! Up!! Up!!! Up!!! (She jumps up and grins as Lancelot picks her up) Up!! Up!!! Up up up!! (She hugs Lancelot and laughs)

Iris: (She smiles and turns to Ceto) Petunia is about to turn five… I’m quite disappointed Somnus did not allow you to meet her, either. She seems to like you already. (She smiles sadly) She… is a bit special. Somnus is to blame, of course… You remember that time, don’t you, dear? You saw the whole thing… (She smiles sadly) I cried to you all night…

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Kouta: (He smiles at Matin) I would be delighted to help…! (He shakes his head) Please, don’t worry about that… I think I would like to stay away from home for a while… (He holds Matin’s hands) Now, this process is quite easy, so–

Gale: (He appears next to Kouta and tackles him) BRO!!!!! >:‘C

Kouta: Huh…?! (He holds Gale) What are you doing here, Gale…? @@

Gale: I went to your room to check on you and you were GONE!!!! So I got worried and warped to you!!

Kouta: Well, it’s okay… But you should probably get home…

Gale: Huh? Where are we? o.o (He looks at Xalvador and Arthur) Knight dudes!! :D (He looks at Matin) Hi, who are you?!

Kouta: (He smiles) This is princess Matin… Oh, right, I was going to help–

Gale: (He clings to Kouta) Koutaaaaa!!! I wanna go home! I wanna go home! Come onn! I’m sleepyyyy!!

Kouta: @@ Urr, Gale… But I’m going to stay here for a little while…

Gale: (He pouts) …But why!! Mrrgh, fine! >:'c But don’t expect me to let go of you!! (He continues clinging to Kouta)

Kouta: (He smiles) I don’t mind…

Gale: =n= Of course you don't…

Kouta: Well, anyway, let’s get started, lady Matin… (He helps her lie down on the bed) This will not hurt, you will just fall asleep instantly… and I’ll show you your brother, through the ethereal dreamscape…

Gale: =^= What is this? Mrgh… I’m BORED!

Kouta: (He puts his finger over Gale’s mouth and turns back to Matin) Now, you just close your eyes, and–

Gale: =M= (He puts his hand on Kouta’s cheek and squishes his face)

Kouta: M-mmrgh… (He speaks muffled) And n-now, erm…

Gale: (He pokes Kouta) Ohhh oooohhh soorry am I messing you up? (He pokes his face constantly) =A=

Kouta: =w= Mmmmm… (He picks up Gale and gently sets him on a chair and nods) … (He kisses Gale’s head and walks back over to Matin)

Gale: Don’t you dare kiss me on the head!! >://C (He squirms in the chair) Bored…  bored… bored!! (He gasps as Xalvador picks him up) Argh!! Now I’m in trouble >:'C (He pouts and slouches over Xalvador’s shoulder) ……………… =m= (He falls asleep)

Kouta: (He sighs in relief) …Okay… (He sits on the bedside next to Matin) Sorry about that… (He giggles) Let’s continue… (He closes Matin’s eyes gently and places his hand on her forehead) … Think of no one but your brother… Think about how you want to see him……… (He takes his hand from her head) … She is asleep… (He sighs in relief) I hope she has pleasant dreams of her brother… (He stands up and smiles at Xalvador and Arthur) She will sleep as she normally does… Arthur, would you mind taking her to her room…? (He smiles) It is, mmm… (He closes his eyes and thinks) … (He opens his eyes) It is just at the end of this hallway here… (He smiles as Arthur nods and picks up Matin and walks out into the hallway)

Rayth: (He appears behind Kouta and tackles him) KEH!!! There you are!! I thought you died!!! (He shakes Kouta) Where did you go?!! x_x

Kouta: (He pats Rayth’s head) Shhh… We’re in Noigllado… I’m not quite sure how, either… But here we are…

Rayth: (He folds his arms) Kaaah?!!!! >_>;; Noigllado? I’ve never been here before.

Gale: (He hears Rayth and wakes up) RAYTH!!! (He hops down from Xalvador’s shoulder and grabs Rayth’s ghost tail)

Rayth: URGH!!! Little shit!! (He snatches his tail back) Why are you here too? =_=’

Gale: Because I missed Kouta!!! What are YOU doing here? =m=

Rayth: I thought he fucking– (He turns away from Kouta) Er– fricking, died!! I thought that Lancelot dude went crazy and killed him!!!

Kouta: (He laughs) I don’t think Mr. Lancelot is that bad, even though he is a bit rowdy… (He sighs and looks down) I do wish the other knights and I could be better friends, though… Father doesn’t ever let me get near them…

Rayth: Keh, gee, that’s a shock. =_= Your dad is a fucking assh– I mean… fricking… butthole =__=;

Gale: Yeah he is!! He makes mom sad all the time. The whole kingdom would be nicer if he was dead. >.>

Kouta: (He frowns) ……But…

Gale: Hey, if you’re not gonna do it Kouta, then I will >.>

Kouta: N-no, don’t kill anyone, Gale… That’s not the answer… (He sighs)

Gale: Well sometimes it IS!! >:C

Kouta: (He shakes his head) No, it’s not…

Gale: (He growls) You need to stop having such a soft heart one of these days if you want to get past him!!!

Kouta: Gale, I don’t want to talk about this…

Gale: Urgh… That’s exactly what I’m talking about Kouta!! You can’t avoid this until he dies when he’s 90!!! He’s not gonna give the throne until he dies!!!

Kouta: …….(He bites his lip) I know that…!

Rayth: (He grabs Gale’s shirt) Uh– Hey, can you calm down, dude?!

Gale: Rrghh!! (He pulls away from Rayth and glares at Kouta) I hate talking about it too!!! Killing my own dad!! I mean shit!!!!

Kouta: (He looks down and tears up) …

Rayth: (He looks at Gale) Keh >_>’ Good going, you little shit.

Gale: (He sighs) …… (He sits down on the bed next to Kouta) … (He wipes Kouta’s eyes with his sleeve) I know you’re never gonna be able to do it. But you can’t stop me from doing it.

Kouta: ……… (He wipes his eyes) I don’t understand why…

Gale: Look, Kouta… Mom wants him dead, too. There’s just no way she could tell you that.

Kouta: Huh…?!

Gale: She endures all this crap from him… I don’t blame her for wanting him dead!!! The entire capital is in shambles because of him too!! (He looks down) He doesn’t even care one bit about us either!! You know what I mean, right?!!

Kouta: (He looks down) Yes, I know… I remember…

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Xalvador: (He stands guard near Kouta) …

Kouta: (He smiles pets Maru) Maru, it’s almost dinner time, I think…

Maru: (She looks wide eyed as Somnus approaches and runs away quickly) Mew >n<

Kouta: Huh…? Maru, where are you going…? (He frowns) I thought you loved dinner time…

Xalvador: (He glances as Somnus approaches and grimaces) …

Somnus: (He stands behind Kouta) Kouta, what do you think you’re doing?

Kouta: (He jumps slightly and looks back at Somnus) F-father…

Somnus: (He glares at Kouta) And what are you wearing? That is woman’s clothing. That is disgusting. I demand you change immediately.

Kouta: B-but… (He looks down) But… M-mother said–

Somnus: I said change it. (He glares down at Kouta) You are fourteen now. You should be wielding a sword and finding a bride. Not this feminine GARBAGE. (He knocks one of the flower pots over and breaks it)

Kouta: (He flinches and gasps) U-uh…?! (He looks at the broken pot on the ground and tears up)

Xalvador: (He glares at Somnus and growls) With all due respect, your majesty–

Somnus: (He glares at Xalvador) SILENCE, filthy rat!

Xalvador: (He growls silently and glares at him) /I should be saying that to you…/

Iris: (She walks into the garden and spots Kouta Somnus and Xalvador) Oh no… (She holds her large stomach and quickly walks over to them)

Somnus: (He glares down at Kouta) Go and change immediately. I will order a swordsman to teach you how to handle a sword. And I will also order a few brides for you to choose from.

Kouta: (He cries and turns away from Somnus) B-but I… I don't…

Somnus: (He growls and slaps Kouta) Quit that damn sniveling!!

Kouta: O-ow…!!!

Xalvador: (He stands in front of Kouta and shoves Somnus) You–!!!

Somnus: (He hisses at Xalvador) You dare disobey me?!! You are NOTHING! I could have you killed!!!

Iris: (She grabs Somnus’s arm) Stop it!!!

Somnus: (He growls) Woman…!! (He elbows her in the stomach roughly) Don’t you dare lay your hands on me again!

Ceto: (She watches from behind the rock in the lake in horror and covers her mouth) /My lady…!!/

Xalvador: (He runs over to Iris and supports her) L-Lady Iris!!

Kouta: (He gasps and supports Iris as she wobbles) M-mother…!! Petunia…! (He cries)

Iris: U-uuurhh…!!! H-how could you, Somnus?!! The baby could… die!! (She winces in pain and holds her stomach)

Somnus: Do you think I give a damn? I only picked you to be my bride because I had no choice. I could run this kingdom alone. You are lucky to even be here. (He walks inside and slams the door)

Kouta: Mother, we need to get you to the infirmary right now…!!! (He starts walking and supports Iris with Xalvador)

Iris: (She wipes blood from her mouth) … I-I know, dear… (She holds onto Xalvador and Kouta and walks with them)

–

doctor: (He gently touches Iris’s stomach and frowns as she winces) I-I’m very sorry, your majesty. I see… (He sighs and writes on his notepad) …

Iris: … (She looks down) D-do you think… she’ll be okay?

Kouta: (He stands next to Xalvador and sniffles) ……

doctor: (He strokes his beard in thought) Urr… This does not look good, I’m afraid, your majesty… I will try and detect if she is still alive. (He puts his hands over Iris’s stomach and closes his eyes)

Iris: (She wipes her eyes) … /… Please, let her be alive… My Petunia…!/

doctor: Hm…! (He takes his hands away) Well, she is indeed alive… but I fear she will not be a normal child. I do not know what the exact damage is, but… she will be a very special child.

Iris: That’s fine. I-I… I am just glad she is alive.

Kouta: (He sighs in relief) Petunia…

doctor: However, I would like you to come in next week so we can check up on her. She is nearly due. (He smiles) I suspect she will be here by next month.

Iris: I see… (She smiles then winces in pain as she tries to stand up)

Xalvador: Please, Lady Iris, allow me to help… (He supports her)

Iris: Thank you, my dear… (She holds onto Xalvador)

doctor: Ah, before I forget. Please take this pain medication whenever the wound hurts. (He hands a pill bottle to Iris) This wound will heal, but it will be quite painful until then. These will not affect princess Petunia in any way, so please do not worry.

Iris: (She smiles) Oh, thank you… (She puts the pill bottle in her pocket)

Kouta: (He holds Iris’s hand and looks down)

Iris: Well, thank you very much, doctor… I will be back next week. (She smiles and walks out with Xalvador and Kouta)

doctor: Please take care. (He looks sadly as they leave) /Did the king do this?…/ (He strokes his beard in frustration) /Rrrgh… What a wretched man./

////

Gale: He did that to Petunia… He wouldn’t even care if she died! (He stands up) If I’m the only one that can do this, then fine… But we can’t run away from him, or he’ll just find us again!! (He turns away) You need to come home soon, Kouta. We need to talk to mom about this… Because this is the last straw for me!! (He warps back to the palace)

Rayth: (He folds his arms) How pleasant >:/ Keh..

Kouta: (He looks at Xalvador then looks down) …

Rayth: Uugh– (He grabs Xalvador and sits him next to Kouta) Here!! You two talk to each other already =//=;; I’m gonna go look around!! (He floats out)

Kouta: (He looks at Xalvador then looks down) … I-I won’t stop Gale… But I can’t help feeling like this is all wrong… (He shakes his head) I… I trust Gale… I-I think it will be okay… I’ll talk to mother about this later… (He looks at Xalvador’s hands) … Mm… Xalvador…? Is that a curse…? (He blinks as Xalvador explains) …………Oh my… really…? It seems like it is hurting you… (He hums) I wish you had told me sooner… but I should still be able to help you with this… (He smiles) No, no, I want to help… It’s the least I can do… I would just have to summon Yasu…  (He chuckles nervously) Erm, however… w-well, I’ll just show you… Let’s step outside for a moment…

Rayth: (He looks as Xalvador and Kouta walk outside) Hm? Keh, I’d better spy on them e_e (He follows them outside)

Kouta: (He stands in front of Xalvador) Okay… You may want to close your eyes for just a moment… (He closes his eyes and emits a bright light)

Rayth: (He covers his eyes) Uuurrr– Keh!! /What the?! Is he transforming into Yasu?! Right now?!/ @_@’

Kouta/???: (He transforms into a four-armed giant and floats up) ……. (He lands on the ground gently and looms over Xalvador) …? Hello, Xalvador. It’s nice to finally meet you.

Rayth: (He zooms over to ???) OH!! Dude, you look awesome!! Kahaha!! Nice… green ponytail and… weird outfit =_= What the hell. Your taste in fashion sucks Yasu.

Yasu: (He looks down at Rayth) …And who are you?

Rayth: Wha– So you remember Mr Big Dude but not me? e_e’

Yasu: Just… kidding. I know you’re Rayth.

Rayth: …Seriously? =_=

Yasu: ……So… (He sits on his knees in front of Xalvador) You have a curse. Kouta seems quite persistent on helping you.

Rayth: Eh?… Eh?? A curse?…

Yasu: (He stares at Xalvador) ……Your curse feels… so… pungent. (He turns around and sneezes) AH-CHOOOO!! (He creates a loud boom)

Rayth: (He covers his ears) SHIt dude!!!! Kaahhh!! I think my ears are bleeding! X___X

Yasu: (He turns back) Sorry.

Rayth: Urgh… So can you help him or not? >.>

Yasu: Yes. But my power alone can’t completely remove the curse from his body.

Rayth: (He grumbles) What?? But aren’t you all-powerful?!! o_e

Yasu: Some curses are just too big. You don’t understand.

Rayth: (He folds his arms) I guess I don’t =_=

Yasu: (He stares at Xalvador) …… I will be able to remove most of this curse. From your physical body. But not your soul. It is somewhat cemented to your soul. I do not know how to get rid of that. I'm… sorry.

Rayth: Well, at least it’s something!! Mr. Big Dude can finally hug his boyfriend Kouta =__=

Yasu (Kouta): (He facepalms with his second set of hands) ……Rayth, you’re embarrassing me…

Rayth: It’s true isn’t it?!! e_e

Yasu: Ahem. (He holds his top left hand out to Xalvador) This will take mere minutes. Please, we insist. We truly want to help you, Xalvador.

– –

Blossom: (She rests her wing over Lance gently and rests her head on the ground) /Oh, but I love to help! I’m quite excited to go on this adventure, too, since my master Talia… (She sighs) W-well, she only patrols. That’s all she ever does… And it is even more exciting to go with you, prince! ^^ I-I just mean s-since we never go on missions together ever x///x W-well good night!/

Chrissy: (She snorts) /Hehehehe!!/ (She lies down and looks at Scarlet) /Here, dear. Lie down. You seem weary./ (She flips her mane as Scarlet lies down on her side) /Since I’m a show horse, my coat is the softest! You’re welcome~/ (She hums) /I wonder what that Gijiri is like…/ (She scowls) /If he is being mean to Espella, he’ll be hearing from me!! No one is mean to my little sugar muffin girl!/

Blossom: /Sugar… muffin… girl? @.@/

Chrissy: /Isn’t that right, Espella?/ (She neighs and laughs as Espella responds) /Ahahaha! I love teasing you!/

Apollo: (He chuckles) Come now, Chrissy. We need all of our strength tomorrow.

Chrissy: /Ehehe! Oh, right. Sorry. Well, I will follow you all to the ends of the earth… I am quite excited for this, actually./ (She rests her head on the ground and rests her tail gently over Scarlet) /I-I don’t even care if my mane gets dirty. I don’t care as long as I have my friends! Now good night!/

Apollo: (He smiles at Chrissy then at Espella) /Chrissy is growing up…/ (He lies next to Espella and blinks as she immediately falls asleep) …? (He smiles) /I will stay by your side… Lady Espella… I’ll do anything as long as you’re here… You have all of us by your side. We will help you uncover the truth…/ (He closes his eyes)

– –

Mei: (She flaps her wings and chirps) o.o …? /Lien? Hmm./ (She flies down to Alicia and alters into her human form)

Aki: (He strokes Alicia’s cheek and smiles) Honey, you can count on me! I-I’ll find him. (He grins) I’ve got to.

Mei: (She sits down next to the water’s edge and pats Alicia gently) Hey, are you sure about this? Aki’s a nice dad and all but he’s kinda… a big idiot =w=’ Well, I guess time will tell. We just gotta have faith in him ^^;

Aki: Ugh, Mei, I’ll be fine… You’re treating me like a kid. (He kneels down to Alica and kisses her) I’ll find him… Don’t you worry. (He smiles) I mean, the kingdom’s not that big right? Right? (He smiles) Alright, let’s go! (He stands up and nods to Ridia) I’m all set. Lien is sure to be out there… (He turns back to Alicia) Okay… I’m leaving now! Bye honey, love ya! Byebye! I’ll find Lien, don’t you worry a bit! (He waves as he disappears with Ridia)

Mei: Oh boy =3= This is why I’m his big sister. Well at least someone’s going with him to make sure he doesn’t get killed or something. (She smiles at Alicia) So how are you guys holding up? You know I’ll always be here to help :3

– –

Snake: (He watches as Bolts and Screws gnaw at the man’s flesh) …? (He turns back to Steam and nods) Uh, right. (He starts walking with Steam and glances at him) … You know, you’d be an amazing addition to the army. That is, if you’d be interested. I understand you’re busy. (He glances up at the dark clouds) Hm…

???: (He jumps in front of Steam and aims his bow at Steam’s head) Ha-ha-hands up… Gangrel l-l-left a message!

Snake: (He facepalms) God dammit… An assassin? We really don’t have time for Gangrel’s bullshit. Look, if you want to live, you’d probably better get going. Anyway, why’s Gangrel sending a little kid after us…?

???: (He rests his bow and sighs) … Ughhhhh. Fine, I get it! You both look like you could kill me. Look, I’m not powerful okay? >n< (He throws his bow and arrow on the ground and pouts) I didn’t even wanna be an assassin! I don’t get why Gangrel makes me do this! I’m just trying to provide for my kitty!

Snake: …(He folds his arms) So you sided with Gangrel, huh? Why? You don’t seem like a bad kid.

???: Well it’s the only job available in Plegia! (He pouts) I just wanna be a flower seller! I’ve never even killed one person during this entire job because I’m too weak!! ;n; (He stomps on his bow and arrow)

Snake: (He looks at Steam) …? … /You think we should help this kid out?/ … (He nods) … (He sighs and turns to ???) Alright, why don’t you come with us, then? What’s your name?

???: What?! No way no WAY!!!! Gangrel’s gonna kill me!! >M<

Snake: (He shrugs) Well, we tried to help. See you. (He walks off with Steam)

???: Urrgh, waaaaiit!! (He pouts) I-I change my mind! And my name is Xiaoli Zheng >:C I’m 15 and I’m not a little kid!!

Snake: (He looks at Xiaoli with Steam) Okay then, you coming?

Xiaoli: (He sniffles) Yes >:'c Just let me get my kitty! (He whistles loudly)

???: (He stomps and runs over to them and slobbers) Gggggrrrrr! (He licks Xiaoli’s face)

Xiaoli: Ewwww Lei!!! >^< (He wipes his face) Your tongue feels like sandpaper! xC

Snake: (He looks up at ???) That's… a cat?

Xiaoli: No, he’s a chimera! His name is Lei >n> (He snuggles Lei and hops on his back) So where are we going?

Lei: (He walks with Snake and Steam with Xiaoli on his back)

Snake: Away from this storm… (He turns to Steam) So, where to?

Xiaoli: (He rides on Lei next to Steam) Ummm, I’m sorry I tried to kill you .n. I probably couldn’t have anyway. You look like you could probably catch my arrow and throw it back at me. But I’m still sorry. (He pouts)

Lei: (He meows and rubs his face against Steam gently) :3

– –

Sully: (She looks up sadly as Volt levitates) …… (She looks down) Ugh… Yeah, I get it… She seems really important here, I guess.  (She looks back up at Volt) I-it was fun, Volt. See ya… (She grins and turns away to walk back to Chrom and Robin) … (She looks back at Volt) … (She shakes her head and walks over to Jasmine) Alright, let’s get outta here…

Robin: Sully, are you–?

Sully: I’m fine! Let’s just get back home already. (She pats Jasmine)

Chrom: That’s quite a shame… she seemed eager to join us. And it seems like you… really like her? (He frowns)

Sully: (She blushes) Urgh– Yeah, I do!! So what, Chrom?! (She looks down and wipes her eyes) C'mon already…

Jasmine: (She snorts and shakes her head) u^u

Robin: (She sighs) I’ll contact Miriel. You could come back and visit her, Sully. Any time. Just let us know. (She opens her spellbook)

Sully: (She turns away) Thanks… (She looks back at Volt) I-I’ll visit her as much as I can. Even if she’s there forever…

Robin: (She smiles) Good. Now, take this frustration out on your training… We’ve still got to face Grima soon. (She puts her hand on a page in the spellbook and opens a portal) Let’s get going.

Sully: Yeah… You bet. (She looks back at Volt one last time before turning back to the portal) …… (She walks through the portal after Chrom and Robin with Jasmine)

– –

Palutena: (She embraces Venus and holds onto the others as they group) Alright, just hold on tightly to each other! (She starts to warp)

Zion: (He appears) Shit wait!! (He runs over to the group and picks up Zach gently) Hey Buddy!

Kitty: Zion!! You made it! @A@

Palutena: You’re just in time!! Hang on tight! (She warps to the house with everyone)

Sal: (She turns quickly as Palutena and the others appear) You guys!! I’m so glad ;~; S-something bad just happened!

Kitty: Wha– (She dodges a book) K-Karkat?! x_x

Karkat: (He holds a book and glares at them) You fucktards!! I’ll kill you all!

Palutena: Oh my… (She releases Venus) Someone needs to hold him down. It seems like his soul is gone.

Kitty: I’m on it o3o’ (She sighs and takes out a rope)

Sal: Did you just have that in your bag? ^^’

Kitty: (She giggles and ties up Karkat gently) Yeah ^w^’ You can never be too careful!

Karkat: (He bites Kitty’s arm) Grrr!

Kitty: (She takes her arm out of Karkat’s mouth and sighs) We will get your souls back… This has been happening a lot lately… why is that? >:c (She hears glass breaking upstairs) Ah?! D:

Sans: (He freezes Jessica in place and sighs) Sorry about this, babe…

Toriel: (She gasps as Frisk runs upstairs with Palutena and the others) M-my child! I’m so glad you’re safe! (She kneels down and hugs her) Please, don’t come any closer… Chara has been here.

Sollux: (He appears behind Sans in a blue and red flash) Yo, I finally got out of the wire2… (He look at Sans) You need 2ome help dude?

Sans: (He looks back at Sollux) Huh? (He chuckles) Oh, a troll. Sure, I’ve got a kid to go after… She’s been at it again. (He releases Jessica from his eye and gently sets her down)  

Sollux: Oh– 2hit! (He freezes Jessica in place as she approaches) You’d better hurry up, dude. Thi2 lady is 2trong a2 hell– Urgh. (He squints as he freezes her with the red and blue electricity)

Sans: It’ll only take a minute in your time. Heh heh… (He sighs) Might take days for me, though. Just hang tight for a few… (He looks up at Papyrus) Bro, don’t worry 'bout it. I’ll be fine. (He looks down as Frisk hugs him tightly) Aw, kid… I won’t let you down. … Huh? You wanna come with me?

Toriel: M-my child, I don’t think that is a good idea!

Palutena: (She closes her eyes) So this whole time… the one that has been taking souls was a child? The balance of this world is in turmoil over this. I’m going, too.

Sans: (He shakes his head) I appreciate you all wanting to help out, really, but this is something I’ve gotta do alone… Heh, well, wish me luck. (He disappears)

Sollux: (He squints and keeps holding Jessica in place) Holy 2hit, thi2 i2 in2anely difficult… (He pats Yolanda gently as she approaches) Hey, Yolanda. Glad to 2ee you’re okay.

–

Sans: (He appears in exhaustion and breathes heavily) Huuh… Okay… okay… (He holds up Karkat and Jessica’s souls) I… got em.

Toriel: (She runs over to Sans with Frisk and Papyrus) Oh my goodness!

Sollux: (He breathes heavily and holds Jessica in place) I think… 2he'2 getting… tired…

Sans: Heheheh. Not so easy, is it?

Palutena: Quickly, give them their souls! They are becoming more and more distant by the moment. (She gently takes Jessica’s soul and puts it into her body)

Sollux: Uuugh– (He releases Jessica and kneels down) Je2u2, I’m weaker than I thought…

Sans: (He hands Karkat’s soul to Kitty) Take this to that pissed off guy… (He exhales in exhaustion and kneels down and holds a wound on his ribcage)

Kitty: O-okay, right away!! >:c (She quickly runs downstairs with Karkat’s soul)

Palutena: (She kneels down to Sans) Are you okay? I can still sense the child’s presence somewhere in this world… she hasn’t been defeated, has she? (She heals Sans’s ribcage)

Sans: (He covers his glowing blue eye and shakes his head) Nope. Let me tell you, that kid is pretty damn persistent… but I managed to snatch those souls from her. (He quickly turns to Jessica as she sits up) Hey! Hey, you okay? (He runs over to her and holds her hands) Phew… got your soul back. (He blushes as she kisses his head) Uhhh, you’re welcome. H-heh… (He clears his throat) So, you saw the kid, right?

Palutena: (She thinks and walks back over to Venus) … This can’t go on forever… (She looks out of the window) But I don’t think the answer is killing that child. The answer lies somewhere in the child, here. Frisk. (She looks at Frisk) I just don’t know what it is…

???: (She appears behind Frisk and taps her) …

Toriel: Oh! It is you again. (She giggles as Frisk hugs her) My, you two are becoming friends. What has brought you here, my child? We do not even know your name yet.

???: (She hugs Frisk then releases her) … (She turns to Toriel and signs letters with her hands) ((M-A-D-O-T-S-U-K-I))

Toriel: What does that say, my child? (She looks at Frisk) She says her name is Madotsuki?

Madotsuki: (She nods)

Toriel: (She smiles) That does indeed sound familiar! (She looks at Frisk) A dream? You see this child in your dreams?

Madotsuki: …… (She signs to Frisk)

Toriel: …? (She blinks as Frisk explains to her) … This child came to protect you? Because… of a dream she had?

Madotsuki: (She nods)

Toriel: I see… my, that is simply amazing! To think you met through a dream!

Madotsuki: …… (She shakes her head)

Toriel: Oh, it is not? Perhaps this is normal for you?

Madotsuki: (She nods)

Toriel: Well, I am quite glad you and my child are friends! The more the merrier!

Madotsuki: ………. (She smiles crookedly)

Toriel: (She giggles) O-oh my… What a unique smile.

Kitty: (She sighs in relief and walks upstairs) Umm, okay I untied Karkat o.o And he’s back to normal. He’s with Cloud right now ^^’ Trying to wake him up.

Palutena: That’s good. (She sighs) Now, I really should be getting back to the temple… I honestly don’t trust my centurions for one moment. They have good hearts, but they are… er, clumsy little guys. (She chuckles and turns to Venus) All right… I’ll check on you all later. Please contact me if you need anyth– (She blinks as Venus hugs her) …? O-oh… (She blushes and laughs) But I must be going. I’ll see you quite soon, don’t you worry. (She hugs her gently) Um, Venus?

– –

Keaton: (He spins Seth around and laughs) Man, I thought I’d lost touch with you!!! :D (He ruffles Seth’s hair and sets him down) Heh heh!! Don’t cry dude! You’re gonna make me cry D: (He wipes Seth’s eyes and grins) Yeah! And I brought something special for you! (He takes a dead beetle out of his pocket and hands it to Seth) This is the best one I found yet! Isn’t it so cool?!

Dirk: (He laughs as Seth drops the beetle) Dude, Keaton, are you still collecting that stuff? I guess some things never change.

Keaton: Aww, but it’s cool!! (He picks the dead beetle up and grins) Look at the colors on it. This is a rare genetic thing for bugs! Pleeease keep it!!… Ahaha! Yess! (He puts the beetle in Seth’s hands and smiles) So what’s going on here?! I heard you’re getting married! Is it to Dirk?! (He grins) Yeah?? I thought so!

Niles: (He sits next to Maasaki and folds his arms) I know that. (He smirks) Well, besides that, I’ve been trying to avoid a rotten fish intestine smelling prick…

Gangrel: (He appears in front of them and grins) You were saying?

Niles: (He groans) Uungh. I had to jinx it…

Gangrel: (He grabs Niles’s neck and hisses) Eeeheeehee! You’re a dead man walking, Niles!! I warned you–

Niles: (He stands up and knees Gangrel in the crotch roughly) Oops~ excuse me.

Gangrel: UUUGH– (He releases Niles and holds his crotch) Y-you are DEAD!! I’ll kill you myself! (He backs away from him)

Niles: You talk big for someone who’s failed so many times. Why are you following me? Because I left your pathetic little army and you need me? Admit it, you’re just hopeless on your own. (He smirks)

Gangrel: Sh-shut your mouth! I was not aware that Aversa would be killed, so it is not my fault!! I did not send in reinforcements at the time…

Niles: Just another failure to add to your list, I suppose.

Gangrel: (He glares up at Niles and hisses) You– you– (He growls) ……

Niles: Heh. You’re speechless? How cute. How about I say something REALLY offensive? Blow those cute little ears right off your head? (He pinches Gangrel’s cheek)

Gangrel: (He slaps his hand away) STOP talking, you!!… I… I'll… be… back! I have someone else to kill, anyhow… (He holds his crotch in pain and disappears)

Niles: (He sits backs down and sighs) That was easier than I thought. Maybe I should have done that from the beginning. (He chuckles) Hmm, oh well… (He glances at Maasaki) …Jokes aside, it is nice to see you again. I am aware that I tease you to no end, but I do consider us to be friends… At least, I hope we are. (He looks at the bruise on Maasaki’s arm and grimaces) …… (He turns away) If you need anything, believe or not, I’ll be here for you. (He snickers) I know, shocking.

Keaton: (He runs over to Niles Maasaki and Tareer) Oh yeah, I almost totally forgot, Maasaki! (He takes a jar lid with a hole in it out of his pocket and hands it to Maasaki) This is for you :D Just look how cool it is!

Niles: There you go again giving trash to people… (He smirks)

Keaton: (He stomps) It is not trash!! You wouldn’t know. >:C (He sticks his tongue out at Niles)

Niles: You’d better put that tongue back in your mouth before I pull it, dog boy.

Keaton: Urgh–  x_x What the hell Niles?! You’re the weird one here! I’m leaving!! (He walks back over to Seth)

Niles: (He chuckles smugly) …

Mituna: (He runs over to Lydia with Cronus and grins) LYGIA!!!

Cronus: (He smirks) Hey, doll. You gettin’ ready for somethin’?

Mituna: (He hugs Lydia) ARE YOU GONA 5ING??? 0H HOLD ON I’LL BE RIGHT BACK!! (He runs over to Orino)

Cronus: (He chuckles and holds Lydia’s waist) Babe, you'wve got a damn fine singing voice. I’d be honored to hear it again.

Rose: Well, I hope Nick can make it. He’ll be crying his eyes out when Seth and Dirk get married, too… (She folds her arms and covers her stomach) Uugh… (She blushes looks at Albino) Why do I have to wear this again?… (She flinches as Albino grabs her waist) …I look good?… (She nervously puts her hand on his back) … W-whatever…

Dirk: (He nudges Seth and Keaton and whispers) Oh my god, you guys… (He motions towards Rose and Albino)

Keaton: Oooooh!! (He wags his tail) They finally did it!

– –

Liliana: (She reads the letter and blushes) Ohhh! That Yoshino!! (She holds her head in her hands)

Kitty: (She giggles) Yoshino, mama? She seems to really like you :3 You should stop by her house.

Liliana: Yes, I think I will… She is always there to comfort me. Especially the time your father left, Katerina… I think she knew how unhappy I was with him. (She puts the note on the table and sighs) I will go over there later. (She blushes) I do always enjoy spending time with– (She hears Randall from outside of the window and growls) Friggin–!! (She grabs a butcher’s knife and opens the window) OYE!! YOU WANT TO GET KILLED?!! (She waves the knife at him)

Kitty: Mama be careful!! @A@

Randall: (He sees the knife and stops) O-oh god. I forgot she’s a crazy bitch. (He runs off)

Liliana: (She slams the window and rolls up her sleeves) Okay!! We are cooking, yes? Let’s go rapido, rapido! (She walks back over to the cutting board)

Kitty: (She giggles with Showanna) You must really want to see Yoshino, huh? ^u^ (She puts some cut up vegetables into the soup pot) You know, you can go and see her now, Showanna and I will finish this :3

Liliana: (She finishes chopping and puts the vegetables in the soup pot then sets the knife down) No, no, I cannot let you do all the work. I will help. (She sighs) I still have a few more chores to get done around here, too…

Kitty: (She turns to Showanna) … (She nods and takes Yoshino’s house key then puts it in Liliana’s shirt pocket quickly) One two three go!! >M< (She pushes Liliana out of the house with Showanna)

Liliana: Wh– whaaat are you doing?!! (She looks back as Kitty shuts the door and locks it) OHHHH–!! (She bangs on the door) KATERINA LUIZA ROSARIO AND SHOWANNABE JONES!!! Abra la puerta AHORA MISMO!! Urrgh! I know what you are doing!

Kitty: (She chuckles and shakes her head as Showanna questions) Don’t worry, she will stop being mad in a minute xD

Liliana: (She stomps her foot) Grr! Fine, I will go! (She takes Yoshino’s house key out of her front pocket and thinks) … (She starts walking to Yoshino’s house and sighs)

– –

Crepsley: (He smiles at Noah) Well, I expect no less from you. When the day comes to hand the throne to you, it will be an honor… (He glances at Aradia) …?

Aradia: (She glances around) Hm? Hmm? Where’d he go?… (She folds her arms and pouts) I thought we could be better friends but I can’t find him… Mrrghh…

Crepsley: Is something the matter, young troll?

Aradia: Eh? (She turns to Crepsley and Noah) AH! (She grins at Noah and walks over to him) Hello! I thought I lost you! (She holds his arm and walks out to the garden with him) Let us talk more! I want to hear about you. So, what are you exactly?

Crepsley: (He raises his brow) Hmm, how interesting… (He chuckles)

???: (He appears behind Crepsley and taps him) Big brotherrrr?

Crepsley: (He closes his eyes and groans) Nicu. What are you doing here?

Nicu: (He grins) I am just “hanging out”! Is this a party? What is happening? Was I invited?

Crepsley: I’m afraid not… But you can stay. So long as you mind your manners.

Nicu: I am the master of good manners! Do not worry~ Ooh, was my nephew around? I smell him. Where is he? ^^

Crepsley: He is busy… Just be patient.

Nicu: Hrmph… I want to hug my nephew. >^> Has he grown up?

Crepsley: Yes, he has. He is the heir, as well.

Nicu: (He chuckles) Well, I suspected as much…

Kankri: (He blinks as Water approaches him) Oh my– Water? Is that you? I have been trying to search for you again for some time now, but I never did locate you. To think that we could meet here of all places is– (He gets hugged by Water and blushes) O-oh. …… Is this a hug? (He hugs Water gently) Well, then…

Arrow: (He carries a bucket of water over to Dark) Here you go, babe… This is ice cold. (He chuckles as Dark submerges his head in the bucket) You’ll feel better soon… I’m the best at taking care of sick people. (He smirks) Especially you, your morning sickness when you were having Skye and Gino was something else… Heh. (He sets the bucket down and strokes Dark’s head) Ouch, still hot…

Nicu: Arrow? (He grins) Ooooh! Is Dark pregnant? I can’t wait to smell– I-I mean see your baby!

Arrow: (He rolls his eyes) You’d better not try anything, dude…

Nicu: Who, me? What have I done?

Arrow: Playing dumb, huh? You must have forgotten the time you targeted Skye…

Nicu: Oh, right! (He laughs) Ohoho! But how could I resist him? He smells so tasty ^^ So does Gino. In fact, I wonder if they’d mind if I sample them right now…

Arrow: =_= Try it and I’ll squeeze you to death.

Tomo: (He sighs as Miku holds him) Moooooom… You can let me go now. I mean I like your hugs, but I’m totally fiiine @.@ I wanna go over and see Dog! He’s like totally a king now! I promise I won’t be loud! (He smiles as Miku releases him) Thanks mom! (He kisses Miku’s cheek and walks quickly over to Dog and the others)

Kenji: (He chuckles and shakes his head) Let’s trust him just this once, I suppose… (He gently rubs Miku’s back) You seem nervous. Don’t be. We will all behave ourselves… for the most part, I hope. That ghoul however… (He sighs as Henry knocks over a vase)

Henry: O-oopsie! Haha– I’m sorry! (He pouts as Braho picks him up) I didn’t mean to…

Galanus: (He sighs and mends the vase with his staff and sets it back on the table gently) Be more careful, okay? @@ (He bows to Gokudera) Sorry about that, your highness.

Gokudera: (He chuckles) It’s fine. That vase isn’t very important. But there are a few important things in this room, so be careful.

Galanus: R-right ^^’

Kenji: (He glances over at Juto Kano and Rulf) Hey, you three. (He walks over to them and smirks as they salute) At ease. I’m just letting you know that we need to get back to the pavilion in a few hours.

Nicu: Kenji, is that you? (He folds his arms) You must have missed your family. You must want to get home and spend time with them! Hmp, I don’t blame you.

Kenji: Heh, yeah, that and… All these new recruits. I swear they’re coming in by the hundreds… (He groans) Pretty damn persistent, too… I need all the help I can get with recruits. Shit, I just wanna go home…

Nicu: Hehe, I see~ Well, you three look suited. (He smiles at Juto Rulf and Kano) Why not give your boss a break? ^^

Kenji: Eh? No way, I couldn’t do that. There are so many recruits to interview. (He rubs the back of his head) I mean, I trust these guys, but damn… I don’t wanna overwork them. They’ll die.

Nicu: (He chuckles) I’m sure they’ll be fine~

Angel: (He gently pets Pixie’s head and smiles) Oh, I won’t, Pixie… Er, so long as you find someone that will not hurt you. That’s what I’m worried about the most…

Gokudera: (He grumbles and folds his arms) I feel ya, Angel boy… (He glares at John and Adam) These two little shits touching up on my daughter…

Angel: Are… you okay? O_O’

Gokudera: (He grins spitefully) Heh? What do you mean? I’m fine…

Angel: R-right… well, then… @@’ (He whispers to Cross) /Cross… do you feel that? Something dark is emanating from him… I’ve never felt that from the king before. He usually doesn’t lose his temper./

Gokudera: (He walks over to Boo) Hey, honey… You think I’ll get in trouble with Buddha if I whack his sons around a little bit?… All in good fun, of course. (He chuckles) … I’m kidding…

Angel: Perhaps the queen is having an effect on him for some reason… I can’t say I’m surprised. But with his strength, nothing good would come of him going berserk… (He stands in front of Cross, Pixie, and Gen) … Stay back… I’m sensing something else that isn’t good.

Gangrel: Hmmmm, he is very close… (He turns to the knight guarding the door) Hello, good sir. Have you seen any ghouls lately?

knight: (He stands guard) I’m sorry? Who are you? Do you have permission to enter?

Gangrel: (He sighs) Uuugh. Look, is there a ghoul in here? A bit on the eccentric side, white hair, eats human flesh…

knight: (He thinks for a moment) … Hmmm… Ah, yes! I have seen her. She was of Japanese descent, and had a charming voice… She was very cute despite her flesh eating, I was actually thinking about asking–

Gangrel: Great!! (He shoves a knife into the knight’s stomach and walks up to the door) Pff- hah! That’s him, alright…

knight: Ugghh!! (He falls over) Y-you–! Th-the queen will not be happy about this!!

Gangrel: (He knocks on the door) Helloooo?

Angel: Is that–?! Gangrel? Is he trying to get himself killed by coming here? Ugh, his presence is giving me a migraine… (He grimaces)

Gangrel: (He sighs) No one’s going to let poor old Gangrel in? Fine, then~ (He kicks the door down) Oooh, what a full house of friends! (He eyes Henry) And maggots.

Henry: Oh, I thought I smelled a garbage can walking around! (He smiles) Looks like I was right!

Gokudera: (He turns and glares at Gangrel) Hm? Heh, this asshole…

Kenji: (He glares at Gangrel) You… What are you doing here? I can assure you this isn’t somewhere you want to be right now. You must have a death wish.

Gangrel: (He sighs) Give it a rest, huh? I’ve been dealing with tightwads all day… I didn’t come here for the Queen’s fat stash of gold, anyhow. (He smirks at Boo as she glares at him) Just a quick little assassination, is all~ since my useless army cannot even find a wretched little ghoul… (He growls)

Henry: … (He smiles) …

Tomo: Urgh– you stupid–!!! (He puts his fist up) I’m tired of you, Gangrel! You’re awful!! >:O

Gangrel: (He cackles) AHAHA! Oh, I’m sorry, Tomo~ Want to fight it out?

Tomo: As a matter of fact– >:O (He gets held back by Gino) Urrgh… Let me go, Gino. I’ll take him outside and punch his face in!! >:C

Gangrel: Hm, whatever, I don’t particularly care about you right now… (He grins at Galanus) My dear boy! It’s been a while.

Galanus: (He backs away from Gangrel) Uh ^^; We’ve never actually met…

Gangrel: (He cackles) Keh- heeheeehee! Oh, but I know all about you!! I’ve seen every moment of your life play out!

Galanus: (His eyes widen) Wha– what…?

Henry: (He laughs) Haha, HEY, Gangrel! Scram, would ya? You weren’t even invited here~

Gangrel: (He grins) Well now, maggot, how’s life treating you? Still want to vomit every time you see a pair of pliers?

Henry: …Pff– hehe…

Tomo: (He glares at Gangrel) Grrrr >:C

Gangrel: Madam Mariam was just so cruel… (He pouts falsely) Awww… you know, Galanus, there’s a lot he hasn’t told you~ About that old hag Mariam… And about Iago… I’ve seen it all. Through his memories! It’s a skill I’ve had for a while now… Eeheeheeheee… pretty handy in pissing people off…

Galanus: Wh– H-hey, you stay out of it… He doesn’t need to tell me. Now shouldn’t you be leaving? >:c

Gangrel: Oh? (He grins) How about the time she permanently cut his balls off as a punishment? So gross~ And those hundreds of poor humans she made him kill~ I bet he felt real bad. …Five whole years of that torture… Awww, that’s so heartbreaking. Want a little throwback? (He snaps)

Henry: (He remembers something) Ugh…!!!

Galanus: Huh–? (He closes his eyes and holds his head) Agh >n<

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Henry: (He sits at the table quietly) …

Mariam: Now, Yoko-chan, since you tried to escape AGAIN, I want you to eat this whole thing! Okay? (She grins and sets a pig’s head on a platter in front of him) If you gag or throw up, mama will punish you! (She giggles)

Henry: (He gags and looks away from the pig’s head) Guh…!!

Mariam: (She glares at Henry) I said… eat it.

Henry: (He looks at the fork on the table) …… (He breathes heavily and trembles) Urh…!

Mariam: … (She glares down at him and shoves his head down) Eat what your fucking mother is giving you!! You ungrateful little maggot!!!

Henry: (He cries) Uuh…! I-I… can’t…!! I can’t…!!!

Mariam: GRRR… (She slaps him roughly and grabs his neck) THEN THIS IS WHAT YOU GET!!! (She drags him by his neck down the hallway) MAGGOT!! I’LL SHOW YOU TO DISRESPECT ME!!!

Henry: (He chokes and grabs Mariam’s arm as he gets dragged) Ughk!!! Aagck!!!!!

Mariam: (She throws him into his cell roughly then grabs her taser and zaps him on his stomach) Little MAGGOT!!!!!! (She zaps him again)

Henry: (He cries) AAAH!! (He writhes in pain and cringes)

Mariam: (She puts her taser away and grabs a rope) You asked for this… you should have listened TO YOUR MOTHER!!! (She grabs his arms and ties them together) How would you like to have something PERMANENTLY GONE?! (She tightens the rope roughly and throws him down)

Henry: (He cries as Mariam grabs a sharp pair of specialized pliers) Huh–?! No… no… p-please, no!!! (He struggles in the rope)

Mariam: (She lifts up his skirt and cuts his undergarments off) This… is what… you… GET!!!!! (She starts cutting)

Henry: (He screams in agony as she starts cutting) A– ..AAAAAAAHH!!!!! (He sobs) AAAAA–… A-A-AAAAHHHH!!!!

Mariam: SHUT YOUR MOUTH!!!! (She punches him in the stomach)

Henry: (He coughs blood and chokes) UGHGK…!!! (He struggles in the rope as she keeps cutting) A-AAAAGHHH!!! Uuuhhh…!!!!!! (He sobs in pain and closes his eyes) A-ahhhh– AhHH!! (He breathes heavily)

Mariam: (She throws the bloody pliers onto the table) I do hope my message got through to you, Yoko-chan… You won’t be needing your male parts, anyway. Isn’t that right?

Henry: (He cries and shakes then struggles in the rope) Hnng… nnn… It… h-hurts…!!! (He sobs and hyperventilates) Uhh– (He coughs blood) Uhhh…!!!! It… it… hu… huuurts…!! (His legs shake in the puddle of blood)

Mariam: (She strokes his face) That’s good… pain is the best feeling ever… right? That’s just how mama shows you that she loves you… (She tugs on Henry’s hair) You know how much mama loves you, right?… (She tugs on his hair roughly) RIGHT?

Henry: (He closes his eyes) U-uunhhh…!! Y… y… yes…

Mariam: (She releases his hair roughly and turns towards the barred door) Now stop fucking crying, maggot. You got what you deserved. Papa will be here in a few hours to clean up your mess. (She walks out and slams the barred door) For now, I want you to think about what you’ve done by trying to escape me… (She walks off)

Henry: (He sits up shakily and tries to free his arms from the rope) Uhh…!! Ugh…!!!! (He leans against the cell bars and cries) Fuck!!!!! (He closes his eyes) /Please kill me this time… please kill me so I can be with mom and dad… Please…/

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Henry: (He trembles and looks down) Stop it…!!

Kenji: (He holds his head and snaps out of the trance) H-holy shit…

Galanus: (He holds his head) W-what the…?! /Did we all just see one of Henry’s memories…? I-I felt like I was actually experiencing it…/ (He shivers)

Tomo: (He faints on Gino) x_x

Gokudera: (He holds his head) Uuugghh… fucking hell… That was messed up…

Gangrel: (He smirks) Did everyone enjoy the show?

Galanus: (He holds Henry’s shoulder then glares at Gangrel) L-look you… I-I think you should leave. Y-you’re ruining madam Cross’s party and being mean to my brother. >:C

Gangrel: (He glares at Galanus) Shut up, you’re annoying. (He looks at Henry) Really makes you a bit frustrated, doesn’t it, hmm…? Don’t you want to just strangle me? Go on~ make a scene at this delightful little party… Maggot.

Henry: ………

Gangrel: No? (He grins) Aww, have I cut open a sore spot? (He cackles) You know, you should really wear something that shows those abhorrent scars on your body once in a while so everyone knows how disgusting you are~ why do you need to hide it? Don’t you already hate yourself? (He glances Braho) And you wouldn’t want to keep any secrets from your little crush there…

Henry: (He turns away) I’m warning you, quit bugging me…! (He grips his fist tightly and shakes) Leave me alone…! Can’t you see that nobody wants you here?! Now GO!! (His eyes turn black and red)

Gangrel: (He licks his lips) Eeeeheehee…! Are you angry? Let that consume you…

Galanus: H-henry– calm down… it’s okay! (He grips his shoulder gently)

Gokudera: (He grips Gangrel’s shirt roughly) Hey, buddy… You’re not welcome here. (He grins) And you’re pretty outmatched.

Gangrel: Ugh… R-really. (He gasps as Boo approaches angrily) W-w-well… (He looks around in a panic as Cross’s spiders crawl from the ceiling) Urp–!! P-p-perhaps I’ll visit you another time, maggot! Ciao~ (He takes out his spellbook and disappears)

Gokudera: (He growls as Gangrel disappears) The fuck? Coward… Next time I see him I’ll beat him into a pulp. (He growls and turns to Boo) So he sent the thief, too. He must really want to die, huh babe? Tch…

Angel: (He raises his brow) …… /Gokudera is acting extremely violent… urr… That’s really unsettling…/

Henry: (He approaches Gokudera and Boo and looks down) I-I’m sorry… It’s my fault he came here…

Gokudera: Hm? Nah. Gangrel’s just a piece of trash. Do me a favor, though, alright? Next time you see him, let us know… (He grins)

Henry: …

Kenji: (He sighs and pats Henry’s back) Look, don’t take Gangrel seriously, kid…

Henry: (He flinches as Kenji pats him) …?! ……M-mm… (He walks outside)

Kenji: @_@ Er– Did I do something wrong?

Galanus: (He sighs) No no, you didn’t. I’ll go after him ^^’

Tomo: Ugh… Gangrel >:c He’s such an idiot. Hmph and anyway, he’s not so tough! (He folds his arms)

Galanus: (He walks outside and over to Henry) :c (He sits down next to him) Henry, are you okay?

Henry: … (He turns away from Galanus) I didn’t want you to know about that…

Galanus: Huh? …You mean the stuff about Mariam? That doesn’t matter to me okay? ^^’ All I care about is how you’re feeling.

Henry: … (He smiles) …I’ll get over it! I just hate… remembering it. That’s why I don’t talk to you about it.

Galanus: I know. And you don’t have to ^^ Gangrel is just awful. He shouldn’t have done that. But you could beat him pretty badly, you know? @_@’

Henry: I know… (He turns away) I only didn’t 'cause I didn’t want to keep ruining everything and breaking stuff. I’m really trying to make friends, like you said.

Galanus: (He sighs) I see. :c

Henry: I think I’m gonna go home…

Galanus: Eh? Are you sure? x.x Well, if that’s what you want to do o^o I’m going to stay here for a little longer, though.

Henry: Galanus… do you think… he hates me now, too?

Galanus: Huh…? Do you mean Braho? No, I don’t think so :3 He’s your friend, right?

Henry: (He blinks) But I feel different with him.

Galanus: (He giggles) Oh yeah, you totally like him, right? I can tell right away xD

Henry: (He blushes) …What does that mean, anyway?

Galanus: Hrmm… I’m not sure how to explain it ^^’ Well, if you like someone, you… uhh… wellll… you love them a lot! And it’s like, you don’t feel like that for anyone else. And uhh… you wanna be with them forever? I guess that’s how you’d say it o.o

Henry: (He rests his head on his knees) Yeah… That’s how I feel! (He smiles) He’s really warm and nice. And I like it when he holds me. Also, he smells good. He’s really confident too. And–

Galanus: I get it already xD You really like him, don’t you?

Henry: Mm-hm… He makes my stomach hurt… I don’t get it… (He giggles) …But it is nice! I feel a little better somehow. (He smiles) I feel like I’ve met him before…

Galanus: Hmm, really? o.o Maybe you have :3 There were a lot of people at our old high school.

Henry: (He thinks) Mmm, maybe…?

Galanus: Ah, wait a minute!! That’s right :O I didn’t go to high school with you until you were in your senior year, but I do remember him! A little bit! He was in a lot of your classes :3

Henry: (He tilts his head) Huhhh…? Was he?

Galanus: I’m pretty sure o.o

Henry: (He thinks for a moment and hums) …Oh! I remember now. He would always sit next to me no matter what for some reason! Nyahaha! No wonder he smells so familiar.

Galanus: Ahh, I see :3 He probably doesn’t recognize you now that your hair is shorter. Er, come to think of it, you acted way differently too @.@’ You were always really quiet in high school, even with me. Did you ever talk to him?

Henry: Nope… Well, he did compliment my sweater that one time. The one with the cat on it. Ehehehe!! (He chuckles) I can’t remember if we ever talked any more than that though!… And I never got the chance to talk to him either! He was always surrounded by girls telling him how handsome he is!

Galanus: Haha, oh that’s right =w=’ Well, I’m glad you guys met again.

Henry: (He smiles) Me too!… Hmm…

Galanus: Is something wrong? o.o

Henry: (He looks down) I just… don’t want him to hate me…

Galanus: (He frowns) Is that what you’re so worried about? (He turns as Braho approaches) Oh! Hello ^^’ Err, well, see ya at home Henry! Byebye! (He runs inside)

Henry: (He turns around to Braho and stands up) Oh– uhh… Hiya!… (He flinches as Braho pats him and holds his shoulder) Uh…?! I’m not going back inside… (He looks away from him) You don’t have to keep looking after me, Braho… I’m going home, so I won’t cause any more trouble. (He squirms) Stop touching m– (He shakes his head and blushes) N-no, I didn’t mean that… (He hugs Braho quickly then releases him and smiles) …Well, I’m leaving! …By the way, I’m glad you don’t hate me even though you saw that! I know how gross it was… (He turns away) I’m sorry you had to see it.

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Honoka: (She scoots over to Cosmos) U-umm… So hey! :D (She turns to him and blushes) Ya know, the cherry sakura are in season now! Have you ever seen them before? They’re sooooo cool! We should go and see them! (She smiles brightly) Oooh, and they serve takoyaki near the cherry sakura trees in my town! Erm– well maybe you wouldn’t want to eat takoyaki ^^’ Ehehehe.

Kotori: (She smiles and eats the pie) Honoka-chan, you used to be afraid of cherry sakura when you were little ^v^ You thought the floating petals would get in your mouth.

Honoka: (She blushes) Wha– I’m not anymore though! D///:

???: (She walks along the sidewalk with ??? and peeks in the window of the bakery) …? H-Honoka-chan! (She squishes her face on the window and gasps) H-H-Honoka chan! Kotori chan! ;O; (She waves)

???: Hm? Nya!! (She squishes her face on the window next to ???) Kayo-chin what’s wrong? :3 (She looks into the bakery and squeals) Honoka-chan and Kotori-chaaan!! (She waves)

Honoka: (She looks up at sees ??? and ???) Hanayo-chan and Rin-chan?! (She stands up and runs outside) Hey, you guys!! ^O^

Rin: (She tackles Honoka) NYA!!!~

Honoka: OW ow ow Rin-chan!

Kotori: (She walks outside and over to them) You guys ^v^ What are you doing here?

Hanayo: (She smiles) I-I’m going to Gohan-ya with Rin-chan! We’re going to get golden rice, and– (She peeks inside of the bakery) … A-a-are you having pie?! @///@

Honoka: (She smiles) Yeah, it’s the pie I made with my mom! Do you wanna come in and have some, Hanayo-chan?

Hanayo: (She nods) Y-y-yes!!! (She drools and wipes her mouth) Please!

Rin: (She pouts and wraps her arms around Hanayo) But Kayo-chin, aren’t we gonna get rice?

Hanayo: (She blushes) R-Rin-chan >/////< Umm, umm… pie or rice? Pie or rice? (She thinks) Ohhh, I can’t choose! S-someone help mee…

Rin: Let’s get rice! Rice! (She snuggles Hanayo) Rin wants riiice!

Hanayo: (She hugs Rin) O-okay… Rice @///@

Rin: Nyaaaaa!!!! (She kisses Hanayo’s cheek) ^//w//^

Kotori: (She giggles) Well, have fun you two ^^ We’ll see you tomorrow!

Honoka: (She smiles) Byebye you love birds! :D

Hanayo: B-bye! (She waves and walks off with Rin)

Kotori: (She walks back inside with Honoka and sighs) I didn’t expect to see them walking around. I’m glad they’re finally together though u///u

Honoka: I know!! It was so obvious, those two ^//^ Hehehe!!

Kotori: Well, we had better get going Honoka-chan :3 We have a big day tomorrow.

Honoka: (She facepalms) Oh, that’s right!! I totally forgot we’re making costumes tomorrow >M<

Kotori: H-how could you forget…? ^^’

Honoka: (She starts to approach Cosmos but stops as he approaches) Oh!! (She smiles) I was just about to go over there ^///^; Haha! … (She plays with her hands) …… O-okay, so I have an idea!! (She takes out a notepad from her school bag and a pen and writes on it) Here ya go! (She hands him the page with a phone number) This is my cell phone number! We need to go and see the cherry sakura together sometime! You’re gonna love it!

Kotori: (She blinks) ovo

Honoka: (She smiles at Cosmos) Just let me know when you can make it, okay? (She blushes as he agrees) Yess!! (She hugs him) I can’t wait! (She releases him then waves) Byebye! I’ll see you later Cosmos!

Kotori: (She walks out with Honoka and covers her mouth) Hee hee hee… ^v^ Honoka-chan?

Honoka: What? (She smiles and walks with Kotori) O///u///O

Kotori: I think you like him too ^v^ Hehe!

Honoka: (She covers her face) Maybe! >////< (She sighs and folds her arms) … He’s really handsome! And nice! And he said those things about ME!! (She blushes) I-I don’t know! Kotori help me!! x///x

Kotori: Well I’m not an expert on this at all either, but maybe you two should hang out more! ^^

Honoka: Hmm… Yeah! (She smiles) Yeah, we should hang out more! Good plan! >:///3

Kotori: (She giggles) Aww x3

Ryou: (He blinks and looks up at Stephan) Y-you will?! Okay! W-well, we can go now… I left the stove on, so… @//@

Naoki: (He nuzzles Jessica as she holds him) Mew :3

Sans: Heheh.

Naoki: (He hops down onto Sans and licks him) :3

Sans: Er– hey, little guy. (He pets Naoki)

Ryou: Um– Naoki! We’re gonna leave now…

Naoki: (He hops down and them climbs onto Ryou’s back and purrs)

Dirk: Oh, you leaving already, Ryou? Well, it was nice seeing ya.

Dave: Yeah, you’d better come back and hang out with us again, kidd'o. (He smiles) Let us know if you’re having any ball games.

Ryou: (He nods) Y-yes! I’ll see you soon! (He walks over to Nick and hugs him) Bye Nick!… H-huh? (He tilts his head as Nick talks quietly to him) … U-umm… about Stephan…?

Dave: (He clears his throat) Look, Ryou… Are you gonna hang out with him all alone?

Ryou: (He smiles and blushes) W-we’re going… to my house! I made dinner! I-is there something wrong…?

Dave: Uh, it’s just… What we’re trying to say is….  (He clicks his tongue and talks quietly) Dude, you’re really naïve sometimes. Keep a baseball bat handy. Ya know what I’m saying?

Ryou: (He blinks) Huh…? No…?

Dave: (He sighs) All we’re saying is be careful. Because he’s not exactly a good guy.

Ryou: (He looks down) W-well… I kinda know that… I-I just… want to try and understand him! (He smiles)

Dave: Hmmm… (He shakes his head) Well, alright, I guess. See you, kidd'o. Take care of yourself.

Ryou: I-I will! (He smiles and walks back over to Stephan)

Dave: (He holds Nick’s shoulder and sighs) Man, if that kid changes him somehow, that’ll be good for the both of us…

Ryou: (He walks outside on the sidewalk with Stephan) Um, m-my house isn’t far from here! (He walks along a dirt path) Th-this way is a shortcut… I use this path when I go to school!

Naoki: (He hops down from Ryou’s back and runs ahead)

Ryou: Huh…? (He looks ahead and sees Abe, Oki and Hanai in front of his house) A-aaaaaahhh– @A@ (He grabs Stephan’s hand and hides behind a tree with him)

Abe: (He looks down as Naoki approaches) Huh? Hey, it’s his cat.

Naoki: (He hisses at Abe and nuzzles Hanai’s leg) >.>

Abe: (He growls at Naoki) You little… What do you have against me?! Hah?!

Oki: Urr, Abe, don’t get so riled up over a cat =w=;

Hanai: (He sighs) Man, where is he? (He rings the doorbell)

Abe: Uuuugh. If he’s throwing extra pitches in the bullpen, I might have to kill him.

Hanai: Nah, there’s no way he’d be doing that this late after a game ^^; He’s probably asleep. You know how he is.

Abe: Ugh, what should we do, then?

Hanai: (He sighs) I guess we’ll ask Nishihiro for help. He’s smart, right?

Oki: (He facepalms) Aw man… We’re gonna have to walk all the way to Nishihiro’s?

Abe: (He starts walking with them in the other direction) Well maybe if you two had focused on your homework…

Hanai: Look who’s talking Abe!! You aren’t even halfway finished with yours!

Abe: At least I started on it!! =_=

Oki: You guys, stop fighting @_@ Urgh.

Ryou: (He peeks out as they walk off and sighs in relief) …… (He looks at Stephan as he questions) H-huh? W-well… Abe yells at me… a lot… b-but he means well. @A@ Um and also!! I-I just want to hang out with you right now! (He blushes) U-uhhhm… a-and I just didn’t make enough for five people… @/////@ (He starts walking to the house with Stephan)

Ceto: (She stopped eating at the the thought) I remember…

Lancelot: I say we overthrow him.(He said firmly as he set Petunia down)

Ceto: Lancelot, Not so loudly..(She rubbed her shoulders nervously and gave Lancelot and uneasy look)

Lancelot: Do not worry my lady. I will see to that Her Majesty, you and the children are safe. However, I will not tolerate the only reason I am here to be mistreated in such a way!

Ceto: Yes however, where will you take them? Where he won’t find them?

Lancelot: To the location of Sir Xalvador.

Ceto: Lancelot, who knows where they went. If you were to leave I wouldn’t be able to come with you.

Lancelot: Now, I’d be damned if I am leaving my future wife at the palace of a mad man. (He picked Ceto up out of the water and held her up) We are leaving.

Ceto: Ah! Sir

??????: (She walked over to Lancelot and smacked him on the head) Shut up Lancelot!

Lancelot: O-Oow ow ow! Sina--?

Sina: That poor girl looked like she was in distress. <.< You need to calm down.

Ceto: (She looked at Sina).....

Sina: Well I’ll be darned...Is that err..one of those fish-woman critters!?

Ceto: Uh…(She smiled) I thank you for saving me from Sir Lancelot’s stupidity--

Sina: (She gasped) And She edumacated too!

Lancelot: She’s got more “education” than you do. You aren’t even from this court why are you here? Stop talking to my wife. You are too rowdy for my liking..

Sina: Son, you are uglier than a new sheared sheep. (She placed her hands on her hips) I get tire of you pick on me <.< (He snatched Ceto from him and placed her back in the water) There you go Ms.Purty lady.

Ceto: (She smiled at Sina) Thank you..

Sina: (She turned to Iris) Howdy ma’am…(She removed her hat and bowed to Petunia) Little Lady.

Ceto: D’aww :3

Lancelot: So S-sina. Is there something you came here for.

Sina: Nope, just passing through. Decided to come pay you people a visit. You all were so nice..Polite as a hound to stray pup after his bone. I ain’t got much ya know. Just me horse  and my here shooting iron.

Lancelot: (He sighed) Well you are always welcomed here just as long as you do not smack me like that again. (He rubbed his head)

Sina: You got it Chump!

Lancelot: You majesty..what do you propose we do? We and everyone of this court are at your disposal.

Ceto: (She looked at Iris and nodded)

Sina: (She digged in her ears and looked at Lancelot) Uhh? I'm sorry What?

Lancelot: (He facepalmed) The king, woman..we are after the king (He whispered)

Sina: Oh….yeah, that guy isn’t very nice. He is Crooked alright. I don't like him much.

Ceto: (She held her tail) What we are not successful..

Lancelot: Not to worry my dear! I know we’ll succeed.

Ceto: (She sighed) If only I was as confident ^^;

Sina: His head is as big and full as a water buffalo.

Ceto: Yes...You guys should get going before he sees.

Lancelot: Not without you..(He picked her up) You could seek refuge in court yard fountain!

Ceto: (She turned transparent) But then everyone will see me! Fool..Stop picking me up. I need the water to keep my scales moist >:/

Lancelot: (He sighed)...I just want to keep you safe.

Ceto: (She smiled and kissed his cheek) I know. But I think I know how to survive.

Lancelot: (He blushed) Now I absolutely don't want to let go (He grinned)

Ceto: >:U (She Hissed) Lancelot unhand me.

Lancelot: !! (He released her back into the lake)

Sina: (She slapped her knee and laughed) You two are something fight like siblings.

Ceto: .....siblings..I used to have a family. Once I was taken away from my natural habitat my mother disowned me.

Lancelot: !! How trifling >:U

Ceto: It's Natural for my kind. If we are exposed to humans the parents do not want the child anymore. ^^ It's fine..I took me a few years to understand why my mom didn't help me when the guards of this court found me.

Sina: (She removed her hat) I am sorry to hear that sweetpea.

Ceto: Now I have new friends and family. ^^ And I learned English. My native language is kind of…...embarrassing..o//o

Lancelot: Oh? Say something.

Ceto: …..mm..(She looked at Lancelot)

Lancelot: It can not be that bad.

Ceto: (She closed her eyes and wiggled her ear fins and make a noise) O_O

Lancelot: ………..

Sina: Yeeeha. That was so adorable!

Lancelot: (He smiled) Heh, interesting.

Ceto: (She picked up the container and resumed eating)...Oh you two…(She blinked and looked at Petunia) Would you like some too? OuO

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