#kriem

Don't worry. Another things you should know about women,... we always come prepared.

Kasha takes something from her... Well, you might get the picture.

A flash grenade! Look out!

But it was too late. Kasha throws it and a blinding flash of light blinds you all. By the time you regain your vision, the two criminals are long gone.

Oh no, they got away!

We'll get them eventually, but at least everyone's safe.

Lupin: The only down side to all of this is that Ouroboros now knows our plan. They're probably going to tell Jake about it.

Wild Tiger: That is bad. But for now, we better make sure things are quiet here.

Black Trickster: We'll help you out.

Red Trickster: (unsure) You're not going to use this as an excuse to lift skirts and pat butts, are you?

Black Trickster: After this, I'm all lifted and patted out... I mean it!

And so, you check on the people downstairs to make sure they are alright and uninjured.

Later in Hecate's room, you fill her in on what transpired.

Are you serious!? If they know what we're up to, we're in trouble!

I know, Mother. With what they've learned they might come after you.

I've already contacted Bunny. He said he'll try to have some officers stationed nearby to keep watch 24/7.

Hecate: Well that's reassuring, considering my life is now in danger.

Lupin: We won't let anything happen to you, Mother, I promise.

In the meantime, maybe you should stay inside. And be sure to lock your doors and windows before you go to bed.

And I'll be close by if you need anything.

Hecate: (reassured) Thank you, all.

Later on, you left Hecate and Nathan to their work while you, Kotetsu, and Karina prepare to return home.

Lupin: I should let the rest of my Guild know about this. I'll see if they can help as well.

Kotetsu: Same with Antonio and the others. Bunny already knows since I told him over the phone. We'll talk more in the morning.

Lupin: Right, I'll see you then.

Karina: Good night.

With that, you part ways with Kotetsu and Karina (Kotetsu was going to see Barnaby). You take out your phone and call Moritaka.

(over the phone) *yawn* Hello?

Lupin: Maritaka? I hope I'm not waking you.

Moritaka: Oh no. *yawn* I was just about to turn in. We had a busy night with our stall. *yawn* What happened? What did they say about you transferring to Akihabara?

Lupin: I'll tell you later. Right now, I want you to let the other Summoners know that I'm calling an emergency meeting tomorrow after school.

Moritaka: (now alert) Oh, okay. Wait. Do you also mean... Shiro and the others?

Lupin: ...

You remembered that even though Shiro, Kengo, Ryota, and Toji are now in different schools, they are still members of you Guild and will attend meetings no matter what... Though, that is the only way you'll see them now.

Lupin: ... Yes, tell them, too.

Moritaka: Okay, I'll let them know.

Lupin: Thanks, Moritaka. Goodnight.

You hang up and make your way to the station... You wonder how Ouroboros will counter their plan.

Meanwhile, in the underground place that Ouroboros has been using as their hideout...

Magic, you say? Well, I shouldn't be surprised. It's going to take magic to defeat me.

No doubt, Mr. Jake. They must have figured that the last trick they used to defeat you won't work again this time.

Richard: Yeah, so they've started relying on some mystic mumbo jumbo now.

Kasha: So, we might have to come up with a countermove of our own.

Kriem: Any suggestions, Mr. Jake?

Jake wondered for a while on this. Then...

Jake: I suggest we not let them get the chance. Sometimes,... bigger is better. Kriem, do you know where they took those sisters after what happened at Roppongi Academy?

Kriem: From what I've heard, they were taken to some place called Penitentia.

Hearing this, Jake makes a grin most unpleasant with a plan forming behind it.

The night market at Ueno Academy had just ended for the night and the marketgoers were going home.

Thanks, y'all, for comin' to tonight's market. We hope to see you again soon.

Has everyone gone home?

Alp: They have. I think we've done good tonight.

Excuse me.

Leib: (surprised) Oh, we didn't see you there. You know, the market's closed for the night, young man.

Black: I know. I'm just picking up a friend. Shiro Chikara. He came here to help with music for animals.

Alp: Oh yeah, the kid who calls himself White. He's been a big help, espeically with me. I think he's with Cu Sith in the dorms... Along with our volunteer. Just follow the sound of music.

Black: Thanks.

Black goes down the hallway of the Ueno dorm. He then hears the sound of music coming from an open door.

♪Dúlamán na binne buí, dúlamán Gaelach, (Seaweed from the yellow cliff, Irish seaweed,) Dúlamán na farrige, b' fhearr a bhi in Éirinn (Seaweed from the ocean, the best in all of Ireland)♪

(laughing) That was fun! I guess having you here is great, White! I can see why Alp asked you here tonight.

Thanks, Cu Sith. I've had fun, too.

Black: Hey, White, I'm here!

White: Oh, Black, you're here! Wanna join in?

Black: No, I'm a bit tired. I'm just hoping to walk you home, if you like.

White: (a bit surprised) Really? Are you...

Black: Maybe. I know our parents trust us enough to let us out late at night, but I thought it would be bad to let you go home on your own. Beside, I thought maybe... that you would...

White: (curious) Yes?

Black: ... That you would want to get something on the way back. If you like.

White: (acting innocent) I don't know... Are you going to lift skirts and pat butts?

Black: For you, I'll restrain myself to the best.

White: That's good to hear... (mischievous) But I asked if you were. I didn't ask you not to.

Cu Sith: (surprised) Oh my, White, I didn't think you were the kind to be so naughty.

White: I'm just the adventurous type. Okay, Black, we can go.

Black: (happy) Thanks, White.

White: By the way, how were things at Akihabara Academy? I heard about what happened. Are you and Red alright?

Black: We're fine. Some heroes managed to save everyone. Including those magical boys.

White: (excited) You mean the Star Tricksters? I heard about them, they're awesome! Real magical boys!

Black: And there's also those four other heroes, Sword King, Wild Tiger, Blue Rose, and Fire Emblem. They were great, too.

White: Pretty much. I wish I was there to see.

Black: Who knows, maybe you will. Shall we go?

White: Okay. (turning to Cu Sith) I'll see you tomorrow, Cu Sith?

Cu Sith: (happy) I can't wait. Goodnight.

With that, Black and White leave.

White: Black, do you really think I'll see the Star Tricksters up close?

Black: I know so.

Black stops for a bit to let White walk ahead... He takes a black compact from his pocket that seemed to glow brighter each time he get closer to White.

Black: And you will.

Back in Cu Sith's dorm...

Cu Sith: (talking through the bathroom door) Keith, White went home for the night. Don't worry, we'll see him tomorrow.

Voice from the Bathroom: Yes, I heard. I'm already looking forward to it. Thanks and thanks again for telling me. (comes out of the bathroom)

By the way, did I hear right? White's friend knows Fire Emblem?