Thank you once again to @bearakero for submitting a video of this one for me to transcribe!! I really love videos now because it allows me to take screenshots of the funny/saucy moments.
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LordDiavolo: I would like to read it as w...
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Thanks (or no thanks) to Lucifer’s previous spell, once again, only memories remained of everyone’s dynamic Dame looks.
*fade to RAD Newspaper Club Room*
Mephisto: *nods seriously* Good, you’re here. *hands on hips, expression impatient* Sit down, we have to talk. Ever since Queen Rose’s banquet was announced, interest in Dame culture has exploded both on campus and across town. The entire Devildom has gone mad for Dame-inspired fashion, as I’m sure you’ve noticed.
Mephisto: *shakes head, grimly serious* It’s an unprecedented boom. Which means that we, the Newspaper Club, must do a feature on it. To that end, I was hoping to recruit you to do some of the leg work.
I’d love to help!
Mephisto: *smiles, hmphing in triumph* You exchange students are all so eager to please. Well, that’s not a bad quality to have.
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2. Why me?
Mephisto: *grimaces in distaste* Put simply, you have sway with the brothers. Knowing how they are, it would be much more effective to have you gather any information that needs to come from them.
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Mephisto: *nods to himself* I think the easiest thing to do would be to round up everyone’s opinions on Dame fashion. Plus any advice they might have on becoming one themselves.
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DDSimeon: This will be a good experience.
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Thirteen: *shakes head, pouting in disapproval* Hey, Mephisto! What’s the big idea, calling me out here like this? Because it’d better be important.
Raphael: *scratches head in confusion* Similarly, I see no reason why I was summoned.
Mephisto: *scoffs in exasperation, shaking head* Oh, give it a rest. You’re here because I have business with you, obviously. The Newspaper Club is following the latest on the massive interest in Dame culture. Of course, that means interviewing Queen Rose. I presume you aren’t disinterested in her existence?
Thirteen: *presses finger to her cheek, tilting head thoughtfully* Well, sure. She’s kind of a big deal. Who wouldn’t want to rub elbows with her?
Raphael: *dips head slightly* Hm, she is one of Diavolo’s closer acquaintances. Getting to know his circle of friends might shed some light on his true nature.
Mephisto: *hands on hips, glaring* I don’t care for what you’re insinuating, Raphael.
Raphael: *shakes head* Then stop asking angels for favours.
Mephisto: *exasperated noise of dismissal* In any case... As I’ve already discussed with Chise, interviews will be conducted in full Dame regalia. Which should be a fulfilling experience in and of itself.
Thirteen: *perks up with an excited smile* Ooh, I’ve been wanting to try my hand at a Dame look! Chise, you’re going to be helping out with this, too?
Sure am!
Thirteen: *beams enthusiastically* Cool, I guess that means I’m in.
Raphael: *hum of assent* I heard that Lucifer has participated in these sorts of activities as well, so I’m mildly intrigued by them. I’ll join in, too.
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2. I can’t wait to do all of your makeup!
Thirteen: *giggles brightly* And I’ll make you look just as lovely!
Raphael: *blandly as usual* I suppose if I learnt the techniques, I could recreate them myself.
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Angeluke: Is this really necessary?
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*Majolish*
Thirteen: So, Mephisto. You’re hell-bent on doing this Dame thing, but... *frowns disapprovingly, scolding* ...you’re not fired up about any of it! Not the makeup, not the outfits, nothing!
Mephisto: *tilts head with a noise of confusion* All I want is an understanding of the subject matter. You’re all here to help me with the logistics.
Thirteen: *smirks confidently* Whatever! Chise’s going to model for your benefit, so you’d better learn! But first, we’ve got to comb through these potential outfits and pick the perfect one... Hold this, would you?
*camera shake*
Mephisto: *wide-eyed disbelief* Is that absolutely necessary?
Raphael: *squints* There’s more than thirty of them.
Mephisto: *shakes head in exasperation* Just grab one and be done with it! It doesn’t matter which!
Thirteen: *glares stubbornly* You REALLY don’t get it, do you? Chise, go on and spell it out for these blockheads!
It has to match the makeup.
Thirteen: *scornfully* Exactly! And it’s not just that! Dame fashion is all about head-to-toe styling! *exasperated* There’s no way you’d get a feel for it from one dress.
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2. Accessorizing is just as important.
Raphael: You mean that things like shoes and jewelry are also important elements?
Mephisto: *hums thoughtfully* True, they can change an outfit’s entire look.
Thirteen: *nods* Ooh, full points to Mephisto. The basics of fashion apply just as much to Dame looks!
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Thirteen: *giggles in excitement, smiling wide* Okay, Chise! Have a seat! I did a ton of research for this, so I’m going to make you look exceptionally exquisite!
Raphael: *scratches head in utter confusion, expression thoroughly perplexed and lost* Hm, so this is what you use to apply makeup... And this really is no small number of dresses...
Mephisto: *smiles* Chise is to undergo a transformation, then? That wouldn’t be a bad article, in and of itself.
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ButlerBarb: I shall be counting on an ex...
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Thirteen: Okay, we’re done! *giggles, eyes crinkle in proud delight* Feast your eyes on this! Chise’s finished Dame look!
Mephisto: *eyes widen in shock* …!
Raphael: *eyes similarly widen in shock* So, that’s... Chise as a Dame...
Raphael: …
*both of them stand beside one another in silence for a moment, just staring at MC*
What, no comments?
Mephisto: *averts eyes* Ah…
Raphael: *also averts eyes* Er…
Thirteen: *true and total exasperation, scoffing in disappointment with them both* Geez, you’re just acting like a pair of bug-eyed, slack-jawed idiots!
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Why aren’t you guys saying anything?
Mephisto: *shoots Raphael a demanding glare* Raphael, you field this one.
Raphael: *pouty discomfort* Shouldn’t you? You’re the more eloquent one.
Thirteen: *complete exasperation, shaking head in admonishment* Okay, then I’ll say what you two tongue-tied dolts can’t.
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Thirteen: *smiles prettily, meeting eyes with confidence* Basically, you’re too beautiful for words. Which I totally get. I’m pretty enchanted by you, too.
Thirteen: *giggles in delight, happy sparkles* You nailed the look, Chise! I wish we could go parade you around the Devildom, or something.
Mephisto: *finally smiles again, relaxed* Perhaps the front page of the newspaper would be a decent equivalent. *expression falls into a weirded-out grimace* ...More importantly, Raphael. What is that awful mess on your face?
Raphael: *touches chin with a mild noise of confusion* I don’t think it’s all that bad.
Thirteen: *grimaces, humming awkwardly* Uh, well...it’s something...? You, um, put in a pretty good effort for a newbie.
Raphael: *meets eyes with a confused little frown* Chise, what do you think?
You tried really hard!
Thirteen: *smiles sweetly* See? Chise agrees with me.
Mephisto: *heaves a sigh* Hmph. It would have been better to tell him the truth.
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Let’s just...tidy that up for you.
Raphael: *frowns in confusion* What, this isn’t good enough?
Mephisto: *heaves a sigh* If we used that look in the article, our readers would all run for the hills.
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Mephisto: *frowns thoughtfully* …
Thirteen: *tilts head* What’s up?
Mephisto: Oh, I was just thinking how caught up everyone is in other demons’ Dame looks. Practically every form of media is reporting on the fad, in one way or another. And I refuse to get lost in the shuffle. So, we need to take a different approach.
Mephisto: *smirks confidently* In short, what the RAD Newspaper has to feature are the exchange students’ Dame styles!
Thirteen: *exasperated disapproval* You just want to show off how good Chise looks, don’t you?
Raphael: *small little smile, inclining head sincerely* It’s your turn next, Mephistopheles.
Thirteen: *perks up with a giggle* Ooh, Chise’s already got a makeup brush in both hands. You’re just raring to go, huh?
Mephisto: *eyes widen with a noise of protest, expression aghast* Why should I have to put on a full face?!
Raphael: *still smiling sweetly, containing amusement* It’s for the good of your Dame research.
I want to see you looking your Dame-iest ♡
Mephisto: *slumps in pouty defeat* Tch…!
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It’s important to experience these sorts of things for yourself.
Raphael: I’ve heard that true reporters are the ones that put their own bodies on the line.
Mephisto: ...Fine, I can’t argue with that!
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Thirteen: *giggles happily* So, are you ready or what?
Mephisto: *shakes head with a heavy sigh* ...It seems I have no choice. Fine! Do whatever you want!
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Lucifer: *sighs with relief* There, that’s the last of the documents sorted. *smiles, inclining head gratefully* Thanks to your assistance, that went much more quickly than it otherwise would have.
Reward, please.
Lucifer: *smirks, fond noise of amusement* ...Hah! All right, I suppose you’ve earned it. Dinner is on me.
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2. Gosh, I’m sooo hungry...
Lucifer: *shakes head, look of parental exasperation* Yes, fine, I hear you. Go on, get ready to go out for dinner.
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*fade to Devilgram streets*
(???): Well, if it isn’t Lucifer and Chise.
Lucifer: Hm? *tilts head* It’s rather rare to see you with Mephisto, Diavolo. Are you both out for a meal?
Diavolo: *friendly smile, arms crossed* Oh yes. We get together for a chat every so often. We were just on our way to Hell’s Kitchen, actually. Speaking of, why don’t you both join us? Since we’ve had the good fortune of bumping into each other.
Mephisto: *scowls, shaking head, hands on hips* Dinner with Lucifer? Thanks, but no thanks.
Lucifer: *shakes head as well, expressionless* Well, there you have it, Diavolo.
Diavolo: *hums low in disappointment, expression falling into a pout* Oh, really? The more the merrier, I say. Chise, do you have any preferences?
We should all go together!
Diavolo: *beams happily, chuckling* That’s the majority, then! Shall we? Mephisto, you couldn’t possibly turn Chise down too, could you?
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2. I’d like it if we could all go together, but...
Mephisto: *brows draw together, successfully shamed* …Please don’t look at me like that.
Diavolo: *chuckles, grinning* It’s not like this kind of coincidence happens all the time. Fear not, Mephisto. I’m sure you’ll have a great time!
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Mephisto: *sighs heavily, brow furrowed*... If I have to.
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Angeluke:Capable of being nice too.
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*Hell’s Kitchen*
Diavolo: *frowns in confusion* Lucifer, we’ve finished ordering, so why are you still looking at the menu?
Lucifer: Oh, I was thinking of getting something to go for the others. *nods thoughtfully* Beel’s been craving roast roc lately, and Satan would like much of what’s on the new menu...
Diavolo: *grins, laughing cheerfully* Haha! You really do spoil them rotten.
Lucifer: *shakes head, exasperated* You’re reading far too much into this.
Diavolo: *smiles warmly* Am I, though? Your expression seems softer than usual.
It does.
Lucifer: *grimaces* Don’t encourage him, Chise.
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2. It does?
Mephisto: *frowns, shaking head* Hmph. He looks the same to me.
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Diavolo: Speaking of, don’t you have a younger brother, Mephisto?
Mephisto: Yes, but there’s a fairly large age gap between us. I got him some clothes as a gift a little while back, and he was so taken with them that he wore them practically every day.
Mephisto: *proud hum, smiling fondly, happy sparkles* Watching him mope around while they were in the wash was even more adorable.
Lucifer: *sighs quietly, a bit of a grimace* It sounds like you think the world of each other.
Diavolo: Barbatos and I are also quite close. He never fails to discern my intentions.
Lucifer: *nods* Barbatos certainly is a rare breed. It never takes him more than three days to find anything you request, no matter the item.
Diavolo: *chuckles sheepishly* Mm, these days, it seems like he’s been giving me what I want before I even ask for it.
Without you saying anything...?
Mephisto: *shakes head, perplexed* If he’s genuinely that intuitive, then you might want to bump him up from “rare” to “mythical.”
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2. Are you sure he’s not reading your mind?
Lucifer: That’s certainly not outside the realm of possibility.
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Diavolo: *smiles invitingly* Lucifer, I’d love to hear you brag about your own brothers.
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ButlerBarb: Lively, as per usual.
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Diavolo: *friendly smile, spreading arms in invitation* Go ahead, talk up your brothers to your heart’s content.
Lucifer: *shakes head in exasperation* There’s not much worth telling.
Aw, don’t be shy!
Diavolo: *chuckles teasingly, grinning* Come now, you always have plenty to ramble on about when we go drinking together.
Lucifer: …*sighs in resignation* Fine, I’ll humour you. But not another word about that, Diavolo.
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2. Nothing at all?
Mephisto: *barks with laughter, smirking in amusement* Hah! Clearly, that’s too difficult for him. ...Well. Not everyone’s younger brothers can be like mine.
Lucifer: I didn’t say that.
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Lucifer: *nods* Let’s see, this happened while I was reading a history book in the library...
*flashback, fade to HOL library*
*door slam!*
Levi: *bursts into the room, shouting* Hey, stop right there! Give me back my money, you jerk!
Mammon: *shakes head* Heh. I ain’t gonna stop just ’cause you asked me to, nerd!
*running noises*
Lucifer: …Hey.
Beel: *arrives next, looking pissed* Levi! I know you ate my pudding!
Levi: *startles in alarm, horrified* What! That was yours?! I thought it was Mammon’s!
Asmo: *walks in* *eyes widen* Ah! There you are, Beel! *glares* Just how long are you going to keep me waiting, hm? You still haven’t finished the topcoat!
Beel: *relaxes* Oh. Sorry, I forgot.
Lucifer: …
Levi: *bursts into yelling again* You get back here, Mammon!
Beel: *fierce scowl* My pudding!
Asmo: *glowers in outrage* Beel, honestly!
Mammon: *eyes widen* Aw, c’mon! Three against one ain’t fair!
*Lucifer bursts into his demon form*
Lucifer: *wings fanned, arms crossed with a threatening scowl* ...All of you, stop this nonsense RIGHT NOW...!
...*fade back to present, Hell’s Kitchen*
Lucifer: *stony-faced* ...And that’s what happened.
Mephisto: *brows raised* …Huh?
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Mephisto: *perplexed* ...What part of that story were we supposed to be impressed by?
...I’m not too sure.
Diavolo: *smiling, amused* Really? I thought it was a rather touching example of how much Lucifer loves his brothers.
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2. It shows they’re close enough to fight?
Mephisto: *looking quite skeptical* While that’s often considered a sign of friendship, I don’t know that it works in this case.
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Lucifer: *sighs* “Tell us a story.” “Make it about your brothers.” “Say nice things about them.” Hmph. I’d like to see either of you keep up with these ridiculous demands.
Diavolo: *chuckles happily* I thought it was highly entertaining. After all, you genuinely seem to enjoy talking about their exploits.
Lucifer: While enjoy is a bit of a stretch, I suppose things wouldn’t be as engaging without them around.
Diavolo: *eyes crinkle, beaming eagerly* So, you’re saying that they just keep growing on you.
Lucifer: *shakes head, smirking a bit* ...Yes, on my nerves.
Diavolo: *chuckles fondly, teasing* You do know that your expression has softened again, right?
Lucifer: Well, what about Mephisto? He goes completely starry-eyed when he talks about his younger brother.
Mephisto: *frowns* Why wouldn’t I? He’s just so precious.
*thud, scuffle*
Diavolo: *raises brows* Hm...?
Barbatos: …*grimaces* It appears that we have been discovered.
Lucifer: *taken aback* ...Oh, not you lot.
Mammon: *head hung low, blushing* We were just...y’know...out and about.
Asmo: *squeals happily, hear sparkles* Oooh, Lucifer, you big old softie ♡ It’s so nice to know that you loooove us ♡♡
How long have you guys been there?
Asmo: Since you guys started talking about Barbatos, I guess?
Mephisto: *exasperated* Pretty much since the beginning, then.
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2. Are you guys blushing?
Mammon: *very much still blushing, head still hung low, poutily making no effort to make eye contact* L-Like hell I am! My face’s just flushed from the hellfire mushroom pasta I had!
Barbatos: *lips twitch into a small, amused smile* Nothing in that dish is spicy, Mammon.
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Barbatos: *chuckles happily, eyes crinkling with delight* It was a pleasure to hear that my presence is of use to you, Young Master.
Diavolo: *beams, happy sparkles* Well, of course. You’re irreplaceable.
Barbatos: *soft, fond expression, happy sparkles* My Lord...
Asmo: *eyes widen in realized horror* Oh, nooooo! I missed my chance to snap a shot of Lucifer looking all lovey-dovey!
Lucifer: *grimaces, hiding embarrassment* You missed nothing.
Mephisto: It’s not too late to catch one of Mammon being dopey, though.
Mammon: *still beet-red* *straightens up, glaring in blushing protest* Quit tellin’ lies, Mephisto! Hey, Chise! Don’t you go laughin’ at that!
Diavolo: *chuckles happily* Now, now. Since we’re all here, why don’t we share a meal?
Lucifer: *resigned* Well, you heard Diavolo. Hurry up and take a seat.
Mephisto: *sighs sulkily*... Great, now there’s more of them. ...Well, I guess I’ll live.
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Text chat: Bragging Wrongs (from The Fantastic Three(3))
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Diavolo: I rather enjoyed that round of boasting we did.
Diavolo: That might be a topic worth revisiting.
Lucifer: Spare me, please.
Lucifer: It took ages for them to stop bringing it up over and over again.
Barbatos: Weren’t they simply overjoyed?
Barbatos: The part about them growing on you was particularly apt.
Lucifer: I said no such thing.
Lucifer: 😠
Diavolo: By the way, I heard that things were particularly animating for a few days after that.
Lucifer: Don’t you dare compare it to a festival.
Diavolo: 😏
Lucifer: Things have finally settled down.
Lucifer: Or rather, shifted back to regular levels of calamity.
Diavolo: Good, I’m glad you’re having fun.
Lucifer: 😑
Lucifer: Mark my words, that will be the last time I humour you.
Diavolo: 😨
Diavolo: My apologies, Lucifer. I didn’t mean to cause you grief.
Diavolo: I simply got carried away by the mood.
Diavolo: You were chatting away so amicably, after all.
Diavolo: 😢
Diavolo: 😭
Lucifer: If there’s a second time, then it has to be in an area where we absolutely, positively, cannot be overheard by any of my brothers.
Mephisto: *defeated sigh* ...What shall I do? I don’t want to risk showing up with the same thing as someone else. Perhaps I should go to a rare goods store instead... No, I could embarrass myself by bringing something too strange. Hmm…
What seems to be the trouble?
Mephisto: *startles* !! …*scowls, shaking head* Chise, don’t scare me like that. Make your presence known for goodness’ sake. It’s nothing. I’m only thinking about something.
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2. Shopping?
Mephisto: *alarmed*…! *exasperated* Chise...don’t surprise me like that. I thought that you were a member of a noble family. Yes, as you can see, I’m shopping. Although, it isn’t going quite as well as I’d hoped.
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Mephisto: I’m not shopping for just any old reason. There is going to be a large gathering of the Devildom’s noble families. The main event of this party is the gift exchange. It’s more like a competition to see who can bring the most unique or rare item, but also a chance to prove your own family’s worth.
Mephisto: This year, I’ve been selected to represent my family and choose a gift. *sighs* But nearly everything has been done before… I want to surprise everyone with something they’ve never seen before. *narrows eyes* And I seem to have someone who is a master of surprising others right in front of my eyes. *smug smile* Chise, you shall help me find a gift.
Why don’t you ask me properly for once?
Mephisto: *frowns, lips pinch together* Hm...mmm… …*relents, sighing defeat* I could really use your help. Please?
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2. Of course I’ll help!
Mephisto: *smiles, nods* Good answer. I’m expecting great things from you.
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ButlerBarb: That’s a good idea.
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*Devildom town backstreets*
Thirteen: *groans, pouting* Ugh, I’ve had enough of running back and forth… I’ve only got two legs. Give me a break. *raises brows in surprise* Oh, Chise. I wasn’t expecting to see you here.
Thirteen: *pouts again* I’m chasing after some souls of the departed right now. There’s been a lot of lost souls floating around lately. It’d be nice if I had some help. Maybe someone to comfort and lead them to me, like a guide. *sighs* But there’s no way I’ll find something that convenient…
Why don’t you have the phantom butterflies help you?
Thirteen: The phantom butterflies...? *frowns, thoughtful nod* I suppose the souls wouldn’t be afraid of them, would they...
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2. How about using the sparkling light from the butterfly dust?
Thirteen: *eyes widen, intrigued* You mean the dust from the phantom butterflies? *smiles* The sparkling dust does seem like it would make a good path for the souls to follow.
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Thirteen: *grins, giggles* Good thinking, Chise. You’ve given me an idea. Let’s go talk with the phantom butterflies now.
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Lucifer: You found the perfect guide.
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*Phantom Butterfly forest, field of flowers*
Thirteen: Now that we’re here, I feel like sitting down and having a picnic, don’t you? *grins, giggly laugh* I always carry my “Picnic-In-A-Powder Compact” with me for times like these. I think those phantom butterflies will come out of hiding once they see how much we’re enjoying our picnic together. We’ll take a quick break here.
Thirteen: Picnic-In-A-Powder Compact, activate!
Thirteen: *shifts closer, smiling* Come sit on the picnic blanket, Chise. There are sandwiches and hellfire rose tea. Here, this is your lunch.
What sort of trap have you set up this time?
Thirteen: *smirks teasingly, presses finger to jaw* Hmm, whatever do you mean? Open it up and see. There might be nothing at all.
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2. I can’t wait to see what’s inside ♪
Thirteen: *grins* A lunch box like that definitely has something inside that will blow you away.
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*camera shake, chirpy noise*
Thirteen: *big grin, happy sparkles* Hehe, say hello to my “Special Strawberry Om-Nom-Nom Sandwich”! Although it might look hungry, don’t worry. It won’t bite. It’s a fruit sandwich made with purgatory strawberries. Try it, it’s delicious.
Thirteen: Hm? *tilts head, looking to the side* The phantom butterflies are coming this way. I guess they heard us laughing. What great timing. I’ll go see if I can negotiate with them.
*time skip*
Thirteen: …*nods* Glad to hear that you’ll be getting something out of our deal as well. From now on, if you see a lost soul, I’m counting on you to show them the way.
Thirteen: *grins happily, giggling* Thanks, Chise, I’ve found the perfect guides to help me collect souls of the departed. This doesn’t make me indebted to you or anything, but let me do something for you as thanks. Is there anything specific you want?
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LordDiavolo: It suits your noble spirit.
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Thirteen: *cheerful smile* If it’s something I can get my hands on, then it’s yours.
I want a purgatory moon lamp.
Thirteen: *eyes widen, completely taken aback* And where did you hear about that? There aren’t that many reapers who know about it... Still full of surprises, I see.
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2. I want something that can only be made from the ore found in the Reaper’s cave.
Thirteen: *eyes widen, completely taken aback* You mean the purgatory moon lamp? I’m surprised that you’ve heard of such a thing. *shakes head fondly, giggling* I shouldn’t underestimate you, Chise.
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Thirteen: The purgatory moon lamp is very valuable. I didn’t think that you had an interest in such things… *fond smile* Let me guess, it isn’t for you, is it? You’ve always liked doing favors for others. *expression softens* That’s the very reason why I have to keep my eye on you. All right, you’ll have your purgatory moon lamp. *sternly* Just make sure you get what’s owed to you in return, got it?
Thirteen: *sweet, cheerful smile* I’ll give you this too. It’s a bracelet from the phantom butterflies. They gave me two as a token of our agreement. You can have one. *giggles, grinning, happy sparkles* Hehe, now we match.
*time skip*
*fade to Newspaper Club lounge*
Mephisto: *stares, shocked* The purgatory moon lamp...! How did you manage to obtain something like this…? *pleased smile* This will surely attract everyone’s attention at the party. I will bring my family name the attention it deserves. I was right to ask you for… …*clears throat, grimacing* I mean, good job. You’ve outdone my expectations. I’m very grateful.
Mephisto: *confident smile* I’m not one to take without giving something back. You are invited to join me at the upcoming party. *chuckles* Not just anyone can show up at a party for the noble families of the Devildom, you know? *quirks brow* Oh, and I can’t have you tarnishing my name by showing up like that. You’ll need dance lessons so that you don’t embarrass me.
I’ve danced with Diavolo before.
Mephisto: *doubtful frown* Ergh...while that may be so, it’s likely due to the fact that Lord Diavolo is very skilled at leading.
*camera shake, Mephisto stepped closer to take hand in dance*
*brief time skip*
Mephisto: ...Your steps are not terrible. You seem to know what you are doing after all.
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2. I didn’t realize you were so good at dancing!
Mephisto: *wide smile, hearty chuckle* As is expected of the son of a noble. We learn how to dance as soon as we take our first steps. *confident smirk* After my lessons, you’ll be able to dance with your head held high.
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Mephisto: ...To be honest, I was preparing myself for the worst at the party. I’m sure I wouldn’t have been able to go through with it. *looks aside slightly, introspective, uncertain* I realize now that it’s important to know when to rely on somebody...and to treasure those who…
Mephisto: ...*clears throat, returns eye contact, shaking head* Oh, never mind. I was simply talking to myself. *relenting smile, confidence returns* I’ll be sure that you enjoy your time at the party as well. You can look forward to it, Chise.
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Text chat: Mephisto's Thanks (from Mephistopheles)
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Mephisto: Everyone was talking about the purgatory moon lamp during the gift exchange at the party
Mephisto: It gathered so much attention, I’ve never been at the center of such jealousy before.
Mephisto: How wonderful it feels to be put in the spotlight.
Mephisto: I’m sure that news about the party has reached Lord Diavolo by now.
Mephisto: I’d once again like to thank you.
Mephisto: I invited you to the party as thanks for finding a suitable gift for the exchange.
Mephisto: But I have yet to properly thank you for the praise that I received after bringing such an outstanding gift.
Mephisto: I’ll take you out for a special dinner as a token of my thanks.
I want to go to a high-class restaurant!
Mephisto: Do you remember who you are speaking to?
Mephisto: Anything less than the quality of Ristorante Six would be unsatisfactory.
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2. How about we eat together at the House of Lamentation?
Mephisto: If that is what you would prefer.
Mephisto: I suppose I can grant you your wish.
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Mephisto: There is no need to rush. Take your time to think about what you would like to eat.
Mephisto: Having time to look forward to our plans isn’t so bad.
Asmo: *waves excitedly* Hey there, hon! ♪ How’s the wrap party going for you? *smiles* Never mind, that big grin of yours answered that one. Hehe, glad you’re having a good time! ♡ Buuuut, how would you like to have an even better one?
Asmo: *gestures with a grin, happy sparkling* Ta-daaaaah! Presenting the jet black Baumkuchen challenge! It’s a special kind of cake that’s got different kinds of charms baked into it. Whichever one you get tells you your fortune! These were such a huge hit that there are only four left.
Okay, yeah, that sounds neat.
Asmo: Oooh, intrigued, are you? Then let’s see what fate has in store for you!
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2. Can I have one?
Asmo: *coos happily* Absolutely, sweetie! ♡
Asmo: *excitable cheerfulness* So, they’re all different sizes, but let me give you my top pick. The biggest one has just got to be bursting with happiness! I’m going to take the littlest one, because it’s so darn adorable. And...
Mammon: *butts in with a smirk, Mephisto in tow* Yo, what’s happenin’ over here? Looks like fun.
Mephisto: *tilts head, curious* Aren’t those...jet black Baumkuchen?
Mammon: Nice timing, you two! How would you like to try your luck?
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ButlerBarb: I got the 666-leaf clover.
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Asmo: You’re in luck, boys, because I’ll let you have the last two ♪
Mammon: Thanks, man. I was hopin’ to try one of these. Okay! Let’s bust this thing open!
Asmo: *confused* Is that...a scrap of cloth?
Mammon: *slumps in disappointment, frustrated* Dammit! Ain’t that the one that’s supposed to mean that your luck with money’s gonna tank? Ugh... This blows...
Mephisto: *shakes head* ...Such an unseemly display of emotion. Hm...? What is this, some kind of coin?
Mammon: *gasps, wide-eyed* Dude! I’ll trade ya!
Mephisto: *glares* Absolutely not. What kind of an idiot do you take me for?
Mammon, are you that hard up for cash?
Mammon: *sulky glare, shaking head lying-ly* That ain’t it!
Asmo: *giggles, smirking* The coin’s supposed to mean that money’ll come your way, so Mammon’s just clean out of luck.
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2. That one’s supposed to mean that money’s coming your way, right?
Mammon: *sighs* Grimm, baby... Why’d ya gotta go and do me dirty like this?
Mephisto: *grins, cheerful laugh, happy sparkles* Haha! Even coins have their standards.
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Asmo: Okay, my turn! ...Ooh, it’s a mini-lipstick! *cheerful hum* These are pretty rare, too! It means I’m going to get even more beautiful ♡ All right, hon! It’s all you ♪
…*expression of confusion all around*
Mammon: ...Huh? The heck even is that?
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Beelzeburger: I told you it was good!
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Mammon: *frowns* Uh, did a pumpkin bun just come outta that bigger Baumkuchen?
Asmo: *tilts head, perplexed* Huh, I’ve never seen more food coming out before. What’s in the bun?
Mephisto: *shakes head in confusion* ...A walnut roll. How odd.
*small time skip*
Mammon: Dang, there was a ton of bread in that thing.
Asmo: You know, I think Beel might’ve made that one. Still, there are way more buns here than Chise can eat alone. Why don’t we split them?
Mammon: *nods* Heck yeah!
Open wide, Mammon.
Mammon: *taken aback, immediate blushing* Huh?! *looks aside, embarrassed* U-Uh, sure, if that’s the way it’s gotta be. Aaaah… *covers mouth with fingers* I think that’s, uh...raisin bread? It ain’t half bad.
Asmo: *scowls* Mammon, that’s not fair! Well, I’ll just have to be next! Mephisto, you can go after…huh? *confused* Where did he run off to?
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2. Asmo, say aaaah.
Asmo: *squees happily, heart sparkles* Thanks, hon! ♡ Mm, this is so sweet and tasty! Definitely a winner in my book.
Mammon: *sulky glare* Hey, why’s Asmo gettin’ all the attention? I’m next! Sorry, Mephisto, but it’s the back of the line for you, buddy. …Huh?
Asmo: *puzzled* He totally ran off somewhere.
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3. Let me feed you, Mephisto.
Mephisto: *wide-eyed shock* Wh—?!
Asmo: *smiles teasingly* Aw, muffin! Are you feeling shy?
Mammon: *glares* C’mon, man. Make with the mouth openin’. The rest of us are waitin’ for our turn.
Mephisto: …*shakes head, expression flat* This is absurd.
Asmo: Oooh, he stormed off.
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Angeluke: Monster pizza sounds fun!
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Asmo: Geez, that Mephisto! He’s probably off sulking in a corner somewhere. Should we go find him?
Mammon: Sure, but why don’t we jazz up the search? *smirks* ’Cause I’ve got just the thing.
*fade to RAD courtyard*
Mephisto: *deflated, resigned* ...What are you doing here, Chise? I thought you preferred Mammon and Asmodeus’s frivolous company.
I wanted to talk to you.
Mephisto: *frowns thoughtfully* ...Did you, now? Well, I suppose I could indulge your desire for conversati―
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2. I came out to get some fresh air.
Mephisto: *snobby sniff* Hmph. *preening* I see that we’re of the same mind, then. Very well, I suppose I could chat with you for the time…
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Mephisto: *stumbles* *shocked* What in the…?!
Something wrong?
Mephisto: *perplexed* I thought I felt something hit my shoulder just now. But perhaps it was my imagination?
*hit again*
Mephisto ...! *scowls* No, it seems that I wasn’t mistaken after all.
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2. …You were saying?
Mephisto: *holds up finger, expression serious* It can wait. I have to find whoever hit me on the head first.
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*squints eyes, looking around*
Mephisto: …*sighs, confused* How odd. No matter where I look, there isn’t anyone else to be seen. *narrows eyes in suspicion* You wouldn’t happen to be responsible for this, would you? ...No, going by your position alone, you couldn’t be. Still, doesn’t anything feel amiss to you?
Mephisto: *gasp*...! Could it be? A new kind of ghost has elected to reveal their presence…?
Mephisto: *exasperated* …Chise, what exactly is so funny about this?
???: *off-screen* Dammit, laughin’s just gonna give it all away!
???: *off-screen* Aaaaand, you just made it worse.
Mephisto: *puzzled* That sounds like...Mammon and Asmodeus?
Asmo: *bursts forth, grinning* Bingo!
Mammon: Tch! I thought we were gonna get way more of a rise outta ya. *glares, shaking head* Way to ruin it with your ham actin’, Chise.
Mephisto: *scowls* So, you were all in on it?
Asmo: *cheerful smile* Mhm. We figured we’d put a Halloween spin on things and really spook the pants off of you! And since ghost pizza turns people invisible…
Mephisto: … *presses lips together in annoyance, expression flat*
Asmo: *face falls* Oooh, are you mad?
Mephisto: *haughty (sulky)* Hmph! *snobby (pouty)* As if a childish stunt like this would upset me.
Come back to the party with us, Mephisto!
Mephisto: … *shoulders slump* *sighs in resignation* I suppose I have no choice. *surly* I’d rather not be pranked a second time, so I’ll accompany you lot.
Mammon: *smirks* Yeah! Mission accomplished!
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2. Want to try some ghost pizza?
Mephisto: *frowns* And turn invisible with you, Chise?
Mephisto: *considering*
Mephisto: *clears throat* ... I suppose that wouldn’t be the worst thing ever.
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Asmo: *cheers, beaming smile* Yay! *happy sparkles* Let’s enjoy the heck out of this party! ♪
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Raphael: *tilts head at approach, expression impassive* …Chise, are you only just getting here now?
Mephisto: *hands on hips* Showing up right at the start of the event is a bold move, to say the least. Did you even hear the rules?
…No.
Mephisto: *huffs scornfully* Honestly, just what were you dawdling around for?
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2. Eh, I was just going to wing it.
Raphael: *shakes head in deep exasperation, truly confused as to why Simeon and Lucifer simp after MC so hard* That’s the surest way to kill any form of efficiency.
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Mephisto: *haughtily crosses arms* Hmph. Clearly, I’ll have to do you the favour of explaining how things are meant to work. *straightens, puffs out chest* As the event name “Aerial Egg Hunt” suggests, we’ll be playing a game where the aim is to snatch flying eggs from the sky.
Mephisto: The field is limited to the RAD campus, and while victory will be decided based on the number of points accumulated, what matters most isn’t the egg, but the card inside it.
Raphael: *nods* Cards with an image of a chick are worth one point, and cards with a carrot are worth ten. The team with the most points at the end gets a prize.
Mephisto: And since teams can have up to three people, you may join ours. *crosses arms, regarding dubiously* You might have been slow to start, but that doesn’t mean that you couldn’t still be a competitor.
*both Raphael and Mephisto’s eyes widen*
Raphael: Hold that thought. An egg’s coming this way. It has a...hell rose pattern, I believe. And the one leaping about over there has a drawing of a flame salamander on it.
Mephisto: *perks up with a smirk* Heh. Perfect timing. We’ll snatch them up at once. Come on, Chise.
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AsmoBaby: The heart eggs are so cute!
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Mephisto: *shakes head with a frown* Hmph. Well, that was an extraordinarily easy catch. I thought this would be more of a challenge.
Raphael: *nod* There’s certainly nothing wrong with keeping things simple. But, let’s see what it holds first.
Raphael: *raises brows in surprise* ...Hm? There’s no seam.
Mephisto: *hums thoughtfully* Let me see. Throwing it to the ground ought to do the job.
*camera shake*
Mephisto: *shakes head grimly* It didn’t break...
Raphael: *scratches head, grimacing worriedly* That reminds me. When they explained the rules, didn’t they say that clues would be hidden around campus as well?
Mephisto: Ah, I was wondering what we’d need hints for. But, that would make sense. So, what we’re really looking for is something to crack these eggs.
I get the feeling that it’s not around here, though.
Mephisto: *nods in agreement* Not likely. We’ll have to move. With RAD being as spacious as it is, though, we ought to each pick an area to scour.
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2. Should we split up and search?
Raphael: *nods* I think that would be a good idea.
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Raphael: *touches chin thoughtfully* I’m sure it goes without saying, but try to grab any eggs you see along the way, too. We’ll meet back up in the rear garden in thirty minutes.
*fade to RAD stairwell*
*flash of sparkly white light, magical glittery noises*
Thirteen: *giggles, wiggling hips in delight* Hehe. Fly, my pretties! Go give everyone a run for their money!
Thirteen: *smiles cheerfully in greeting* Oh, Chise! Judging by your basket, you’re joining the whole egg hunt thing, huh?
Thirteen: Who, me? *shakes head with a smile* Nah, I’m sitting this one out. Buuuuut, to make things a little more interesting, I’ve thrown some fake ones into the mix.
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Angeluke: Those were some cute eggs.
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Thirteen: *cheerfully* Pro tip—the hallways only have fake eggs, so don’t even bother with them.
Are you sure you should be telling me that?
Thirteen: *wiggles coyly* Well, that does take some of the fun out of it, but...you’re a special case.
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2. Thanks, that was nice of you.
Thirteen: *beams with a giggle, dipping head coyly, heart sparkles* Hehe, you think so? Well, I know how seriously you’re taking this, so I don’t want you to waste too much time.
*"let me in" gate meme* LET ME FLIRT. LET ME FLIIIIIIRT.
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Thirteen: Hm? You’re looking for eggs and something else?
Yeah, a way to open them.
Thirteen: *giggles, eye-crinkling smile* Figures that you’d have realized there was a trick to it, Chise.
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2. Yep. Have you seen any clues around here?
Thirteen: *giggles, straightening proudly* Heh. You’ve come to the right reaper, Chise.
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Thirteen: I did stumble across a hint. It said “use matching magic.” So, like, that one you’re holding has a raindrop on it, which probably means...
*flash of white, water splashing noises*
Thirteen: *grinning with a delight giggle, happy sparkles* Yep, that was it! A nice, clean break. Hey, and it’s got a carrot card inside! Sweet, that’s a whole ten points.
Thirteen: *pouts, sighs regretfully* Well, as fun as it’s been, I’ve got places to be, and fake eggs to throw around. *smiles* Good luck, Chise! I’ll be rooting for you.
*fade to open flower field*
Mephisto: *growls pissily, scowling* Tch! What is with these fake eggs? They’re crowding around me!
Mephisto: *frowning severely* …Chise! Perfect timing. I require your aid!
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monSOLO: Could it be a souvenir?
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Mephisto: *hands on hips* These fake eggs are getting in my way. Can’t you do something about that?
Use magic.
*flash of white, electric zappies*
Mephisto: *smiles, impressednHm, nicely done. You managed to disperse the fake ones only.
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2. Call them over to you.
Mephisto: *frowns, shaking head*I doubt they’ll go quite so willingly...
Mephisto: *eyes widen in disbelief* Well, I’ll be. They rushed right on over. That might be one way to separate the fakes from the other eggs, actually.
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Mephisto: *shakes head with a hum of concern* Thanks to Chise, we’ve managed to find a decent number of real eggs, but perhaps this still isn’t enough. *sighs tiredly, brows drawn* If those forgeries didn’t exist, then we wouldn’t have had to stop and check every single one.
Raphael: *straight-faced* What if I added these to the pile?
Mephisto: *wide-eyed gasp* Raphael! Are those all event eggs?!
Raphael: *nods* Yes. I found a classroom that hadn’t been infiltrated yet, so I scoured it from top to bottom.
This should be plenty, right?
Mephisto: *nods, smiles sincerely* Indeed. Now we simply need to open them.
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2. That’s amazing!
Raphael: *shakes head, blank as usual* While I appreciate the praise, it was just a stroke of good luck.
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Raphael: Now the problem is getting them open. What sort of hints did we end up finding, all together?
Mephisto: *frowns in thoughtful consideration* “Unravel the riddle,” “try heating things up,” and “use matching magic.” ...*shakes head with a grimace* Hmm. None of them seem to match.
Raphael: *tilts head thoughtfully* Chise, you’ve already tried the one that mentions magic, right? Then, if the ones with water drops open with an appropriate spell... We should have Chise cast something on the ones with flame and wind designs on them, too.
Mephisto: *straightens up seriously* I’ll work on the ones with puzzles on them.
Raphael: *touches chin thoughtfully* Which leaves… *eyes widen in realization*
Mephisto: *serious* You won’t mind warming up the ones with pictures of chicks on them, would you, Raphael?
Raphael: *narrows eyes* …
Raphael: *slumps in absolute defeat* …Fine, if I must.
(The face of a man humbled)
If you get stuck on any of the puzzles, just let us know.
Mephisto: *smiles proudly, but eyes are soft* Hmph! There’s no riddle I can’t solve.
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2. Fire magic might work on the chick ones, too?
Raphael: *shakes head* I appreciate the offer, but I think that might be too much, too fast. I’ll use my own body heat for now. If that doesn’t work, then we’ll discuss other options.
(Pictured above: Mommy Raphael)
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Mephisto: *nods confidently* Right, let’s get to it.
*time skip*
*fade to RAD courtyard*
Raphael: *hums nervously* Hm, they’re about to announce the results of the egg hunt. And the winning team is...
*flash of white*
*confetti falls on the screen*
*Mephisto and Raphael’s eyes widen*
Mephisto: *gasp of disbelief* It’s us!
Raphael: *inclines head, eyes still wide in his shock* It’s nice to have our hard work be rewarded.
Mephisto: *beams proudly, straightening with sheer confidence* Hmph. As if there was any doubt.
Raphael: *grimaces* I don’t know, we did come down to the wire with the eggs with the chicks on them. *nods* Though, between Chise’s fire magic, and your jacket, Mephistopheles, we managed.
Mephisto: *smiles cheerfully with a nod* Mm, it was truly a team effort.
Mephisto: *raises brows* ...Ah, we’re being called up to receive our reward. *smiles genuinely, tilting his head towards companions in acknowledgment* Come along, you two. We’d better not keep everyone waiting.
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Mephisto: *stares out over the water, completely flummoxed* ...What in the Devildom is going on here…?
Luke: *stunned confusion* How did we end up by the sea?
We were at the House of Lamentation a moment ago. What happened?
Luke: *shakes head in anxious concern* I have no idea… One moment I was returning to the common room with tea, the next I was here.
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2. Where are we?
Mephisto: *hums thoughtfully* It seems to be an island somewhere. *shakes head, perplexed* However, we were at the House of Lamentation a moment ago, so I have no idea how that is possible.
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Mephisto: *disbelief* Is this some kind of dream?
Luke: *nervous, unhappy noise* It feels too real to be a dream.
Mephisto: *grimaces* It feels far too strange to be reality, though… Perhaps we had some sort of accident and lost our memories of how we got here? …*frowns, shaking head determinedly* Well, speculation isn’t going to help us get to the bottom of this. Let’s look around the island. If we can find some other people, we can ask them what’s going on.
Luke: *clenches fists, determined* Mephisto’s right. Let’s head for that forest over there.
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AsmoBaby: Mephisto! Our hero!
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Luke: *defeated, anxious hum, shoulders slumped* We’ve been once around the whole island, but we haven’t found anyone else.
Mephisto: It seems that this is a deserted island.
Try using my D.D.D.
Mephisto: *gawks* You had your D.D.D. all along!
Luke: *beaming smile* If we can contact someone…!
*click* *nothing*
*expressions fall*
Mephisto: *sighs* …No signal?
Luke: *pouts* Then we can’t call for help…
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2. Try using magic.
Luke: *taken aback* Your magic isn’t working…? *concentrates* Let me try.
Luke: …*sighs, shaking head* It’s no good. I can’t use magic either.
Mephisto: *grimaces* I tried as well, but it’s useless. It seems that none of us can use magic.
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Luke: *whimpers fearfully* What are we going to do...? Are we going to be stuck here for the rest of our lives?
Mephisto: *shakes head confidently* You’re not alone, Luke. If we all work together, I’m sure we can escape from this island. Don’t give up.
Luke: …*nods bravely* You’re right. Sorry for being so negative. *determined* Let’s think of a way off this island together!
*fade to forest*
Mephisto: We’ve gathered some usable materials. If we can build a raft, we can escape over the ocean. Let’s return to the beach and try assembling one.
???: Help!
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Stn: A formidable opponent.
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Mephisto: *straightens in shock, perplexed* ...That was Luke’s voice. *fierce, urgent* Something must have happened to him. Let’s go, Chise!
*fade to run towards Luke’s voice*
Luke: …*whimpers* Ugh... Why did things turn out this way?
Mephisto: Luke, are you all right?!
Luke: *jumps, wide-eyed* Mephisto, Chise! Those monkeys are trying to steal my bananas!
Mephisto: *hums grimly* Shadow monkeys...a whole troop of them. *shakes head grimly* Without our magic, I don’t think we can fight off that many. Without our magic, I don’t think we can fight off that many.
Luke: *uncertain* But…
Mephisto: *sharp, desperate* Why are you hesitating? Hurry, before the shadow monkeys attack!
I’ll draw their attention!
*camera shakes*
Mephisto: You’re going to throw some coconuts to draw their attention?
*yes*
Mephisto: …*nods seriously* Excellent, they’ve gone after the coconuts. Now, Luke! While they’re distracted!
Luke: Okay!
*Luke darts over at a run*
Luke: *shakes head in relief* Phew... That was close. *little smile* Thank you, Chise. And you, Mephisto.
*rustling bushes*
*thump* *camera shakes*
Luke: *jumps back, wide-eyed* Ah, my bananas!
Luke: *whimpers, slumping in shame* Sorry, the shadow monkeys ended up taking everything. *sighs unhappily* I spent a lot of time gathering those…
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2. Luke, over here! Quick!
Luke: *nervous, sad* ...Okay. I’ll give up the bananas to the shadow monkeys. *glares, shouting* Take it, you lot!
Mephisto: Now, while they’re eating! Come over to us!
Luke: Okay…!
*Luke darts over at a run*
Luke: *shakes head in relief* ...Phew, thank goodness...I’m saved. *pouts sadly* But, after all the trouble I went through to get those bananas…
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Mephisto: I know you were trying to secure a food source for us. But, if we can build a raft and leave the island, then hopefully that won’t be necessary. So cheer up.
Luke: *smiles appreciatively* Thanks, Mephisto. And you too, Chise.
Mephisto: *reassuring smile* Come on, let’s pick ourselves up and build that raft!
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ButlerBarb: I'm glad you are safe.
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*back to ocean beach*
Mephisto: *nods approval* The raft is complete.
Luke: *beams* Wow! We actually managed to build one…!
Mephisto: And there’s enough space for all of us.
Luke: *uncertain, scared* …Won’t it sink?
Mephisto: *confident* I’ve made some modifications to prevent that, but there are no guarantees. Still, we’ve got no choice if we want to get out of here.
Whatever happens, we’ll be okay with the three of us.
Luke: *smiles* Chise is right. *bounces on heels* If we work together, we can overcome anything!
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2. We trust you, Mephisto.
Mephisto: *straightens, puffed-up preening* *smug, victorious chuckle, smirking* If we make it back, I’m going to write a series of articles for the RAD newspaper about our epic escape from this deserted island. When the time comes, please allow me to interview you.
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Mephisto: *confident smile* Is everyone ready? Let’s go!
*time skip*
*fade to out on the dark ocean*
Luke: *smiles in relief* There are no signs of the raft sinking so far, and it feels good gliding over the waves!
Mephisto: *nods, smiling back* The oars we made out of bamboo are also working perfectly. We’re making good progress.
Luke: *perks up* *incredulous gasp* Oh, I see a shore!
Mephisto: And there’s a town.
Luke: *wide-eyed disbelief* Then...we managed to escape from the island?
Mephisto: *smiles* So it seems. A successful escape.
*long flash of white, sparkling chimes sound*
*fade to HOL common room*
Luke: *dazed* Hm… *eyes widen in fear* Where am I…?
Mephisto: *frowns* ...The House of Lamentation.
Luke: *gasps* *cheers, bouncing, happy sparkles* We made it back! Yay! …*deeply confused* But what’s going on? Weren’t we on the ocean?
Mephisto: *tilts head* Hm? There’s something at your feet. What’s this…? *eyes widen* A 3D deserted island escape game?
Luke: *shoulders slump* Oh, so that’s what happened.
Mephisto: *exhausted confusion* That was a game world...? It was very realistic.
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2. Was it all because of that game?
Luke: *exhausted sigh* We must’ve gotten sucked into the game world without realizing it.
Mephisto: *scowls, shaking head irritably* Good grief, that Leviathan! He put us through so much trouble.
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Luke: *nods, smiling sweetly* Even though it was a game, I’m glad we were able to escape. I was really scared, but thanks to you two, we made it. *happy bouncing* Thanks guys.
Mephisto: *fond smile* Well then, let’s celebrate our successful escape with a cup of tea.
Luke: *eager nod* Yeah. I’ll go make some. *laughs in relief, happy sparkles* I’ll bring some delicious tea and sweets, so just wait there!
Asmo: *waves, beaming* Yoo-hoo, Chise! Wait a sec! Can I get your opinion on something?
Is it beauty-related?
Asmo: *amused head shake* Of course not! As if I’d need beauty tips from anyone! *grins* If anything, I’M the one everyone comes to for beauty advice!
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2. Don’t know what to do with all your glamour?
Asmo: *giggles* Oh, I wonder about that all the time! That’s not what I wanted to ask about today, though.
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Asmo: *pouts, hums thoughtfully* You see, I’m trying to decide who to invite to my upcoming Asmo Night. Oh, Asmo Night is a kind of get-together that I host regularly, by the way. *bubbly laugh* We mostly sit around chatting, eat some sweets, or play a few games.
Asmo: Anyway! The question is, who do I invite this time? *sighs* I already invited Lucifer last time, and Levi spent the whole night huddled in the corner of the room when it was his turn, saying he wanted nothing to do with ‘ultra-normie stuff…’
Asmo: I can’t ask Beel or Belphie either since they already joined the one before that… Satan’s no good since he gets angry easily… Mammon’s great at livening up the mood, but he’s joined me so many times it’s starting to feel old. I feel like it’d be nice to ask someone I’ve never invited before, you know…?
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Angeluke: What is that?
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Asmo: *unhappy sighing* Let’s see, who haven’t I asked yet…? *uncertain* There’s one person I already have in mind, but.. Hmm… *perks up, smiling* Oh, I know! Let’s start with you, Chise!
Me? Are you sure?
Asmo: *beaming smile, heart sparkles* Of course! I’ve been longing for a chance to hang out with you.
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2. Yay!
Asmo: *grins, happy wiggle* Great, that’s our first member in the bag!
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Asmo: *more cheerful* Who else…? I know! Why don’t we ask Solomon? *giggles* He’ll be easier to convince since you’re coming! Also, the other person I was thinking of inviting earlier was Mephisto. This is shaping up to be a pretty unusual group.
What an interesting choice of people.
Asmo: Right?! Whether our party will actually be a blast is another story, though...
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2. Do you think this will work out…?
Asmo: *uncertain hum* I mean…I kind of get where you’re coming from. Neither Mephisto nor Solomon strikes me as the type to party.
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Asmo: The again, maybe we don’t have to party all the time. A laid-back Asmo Night could be nice too. *beams, happy sparkles* All right, what are we waiting for? Let’s go look for them!
*fade to RAD classroom*
Asmo: *looks around* Let’s see, where could Solomon be…? *perks up, smiles* Oh, there he is! Yoo-hoo, Solomon!
Solomon: Hm…? *pleasant smile* Why, hello, Asmodeus, Chise. Did you need something?
Asmo: *eager smile* I wanted to invite you to join Asmo Night. It’s a private get-together I host on a regular basis with a group of close friends. *happy hum* For this one, I wanted to try rounding up people who don’t usually hang out together. Chise’s definitely joining. I was also thinking of reaching out to Mephisto.
Solomon: *nods* *touches chin, intrigued* Wow. That does sound like an unusual group.
Won’t you join us, Solomon?
Solomon: *smiles, nods* Sure, why not? I’d be more than happy to, especially if you’re going to be there.
Asmo: *beams* You will?! Great, that’s decided then.
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2. We won’t force you if you’re too busy.
Solomon: *head shake, humming* Not at all. I don’t really have anything important going on. Besides, this all sounds intriguing. *cheerful smile* I’ll join.
Asmo: *grins* Wonderful! Welcome to the club, hon!
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Mammon: …Huh? What’s all this? Are ya hostin’ Asmo Night again?
Asmo: *taken aback* Were you eavesdropping, Mammon?
Mammon: *grins, snickers* Ya can’t have Asmo Night without ME, the Great Mammon!
Asmo: *grimaces* Well, it’s true that things are never boring with you around, but…for this party, I wanted to hang out with people I’ve never hung out with before. Maybe next time.
Mammon: *glares* Tch, booooring! Whatever, I’m gonna hold ya to that, got it?
Asmo: *sighs* All right, that just leaves us with Mephisto. I wonder where he is…
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Lucifer: What a strange assortment of…
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*RAD stairwell*
Asmo: Mephisto! There you are!
Mephisto: *frowns* …Asmodeus? Chise? What is it?
Asmo: *smiles sweetly* Actually, Mephisto, I’m here to invite you to Asmo Night.
Mephisto: *bemused* Asmo Night? And that is…?
Asmo: It’s a private party that I host regularly where I hang out with a group of close friends. *happy humming, heart sparkles* I would absolutely love it if you could join us for the next one!
Mephisto: *frowns, baffled* Why me? Surely, there are others who would be a better fit.
We want YOU, Mephisto!
Mephisto: *eyes widen, taken aback* What…? Th-That badly?
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2. Asmo wants to hang out with people he doesn’t usually hang out with.
Mephisto: *nods* I see. That makes sense.
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Mephisto: And? Who else is attending?
Asmo: So far, it’s me, Chise, and Solomon.
Mephisto: *thoughtful frown* Solomon, you say…? …*nods* Very well. I accept.
Asmo: *eyes widen in surprise* Really?!
Mephisto: I was just thinking about how I’d like to get to know Solomon and Chise a little more. You two have piqued my curiosity.
Why’s that?
Mephisto: Well…you both possess a mysterious air about you. I get the feeling you’re hiding something. As a member of the RAD Newspaper Club, I’m itching to find out your secrets.
A) I don’t have any secrets.
Mephisto: *narrows eyes* Is that so? …My intuition is rarely ever wrong, you know.
B) Let’s have a nice, long chat then.
Mephisto: *smirks* Excellent. This will make for a fine gathering.
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2. I’m curious about you too.
Mephisto: *frowns* Me? Why is that?
2. A) I barely know you.
Mephisto: *nods* Indeed, we’re still very much strangers to each other. I hope this gathering will serve as an opportunity for us to know each other better.
2. B) I’m curious about what the Newspaper Club does.
Mephisto: *smiles, relaxes* So you’re interested in the inner workings of our club, are you? If you really want to know, I’d be happy to tell you more.
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Asmo: I take it you’ll be joining us, then?
Mephisto: *pleased nod* Sure, why not.
Asmo: *beams, happy sparkles* Yay! We have our members! I can’t wait for our little get-together!
*time skip*
*fade to Asmo’s bedroom*
Asmo: *cheery* Okay, I managed to get a good bottle of Demonus for our party. How are the sweets coming along, Chise?
Do you think this will be enough?
Asmo: Oh, that’s plenty. It’s not like Beel’s coming. *grins, heart sparkles* I have to say, though, I’m impressed by how many you were able to make. This is amazing.
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2. All good!
Asmo: *perks up* They all look scrumptious! Store-bought would’ve been perfectly fine, but you even went to the trouble of making them yourself… *heart sparkles* You’re the best, Chise!
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Asmo: All we have to do now is wait.
*knocking*
Asmo: Ooh! They’re here!
Mephisto: Mind if we come in?
Solomon: *nods, smiling* Hi. Thanks for inviting us today.
Asmo: Please, come in!
Mephisto: *looks around* So this is your room…I see you like to keep things neat and tidy, Asmodeus.
Asmo: *frowns* Of course! It wouldn’t do for a gorgeous demon like me to have an unsightly room!
Mephisto: And besides…I detect a hint of something fragrant.
Asmo: *smiles, wiggles* That would be the smell of my body oil. It’s rose-scented, my absolute favourite. Would you like to try some?
Solomon: *chuckles happily* This room really screams Asmodeus.
Asmo: *nods* Right?! I adore it! Go on, take a seat! Let’s start with some drinks. Is everyone okay with Demonus?
Mephisto: *smiles* Fine by me.
Asmo: Everyone, get your glass ready. Now then…
All: Cheers!
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Stn: A game to learn the secrets of…
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Mephisto: So…what exactly do you do during Asmo Nights?
Asmo: *wiggles a bit, smiling* Oh, you know, like…talk about stuff.
Solomon: *wry smile, amused* That sounds difficult to do without a starting point.
Asmo: A starting point? *grimaces, thinking* Hmm…
We can play games instead.
Asmo: *perks up, happy sparkles* Ooh, good idea! Party games are my favourite!
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2. Come on, just give us a topic.
Asmo: A topic? *perks up* Okay, how about…what you had for breakfast.
Mephisto: I had a fried egg on toast and some salad.
Solomon: *still pretty amused* Chise and I had bread, soup, and a salad.
Asmo: *smile widens* I had cereal.
*awkward silence descends upon the room*
Solomon: …
Mephisto: … *uncomfortable*
Asmo: *frustrated scowl* Well, THAT didn’t help! …I know! Why don’t we play a game instead?
Solomon: *patient smile* That sounds like a better option.
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Asmo: Okay, let’s play the Demon King’s Game.
Mephisto: *bemused* The what now?
Asmo: *bubbly smile* First, we draw from a bunch of sticks, with one specifically marked. Whoever draws the marked stick is declared the Demon King. The Demon King can then order a player to reveal one of their secrets.
Solomon: *eyes gleam* You have my interest.
Mephisto: *nods seriously* We might as well give it a go.
Asmo: *grins, happy sparkles* Awesome! I’ll go make the sticks. Be right back!
*time skip*
Asmo: *cheerful humming* Okay, let’s start! Who will be our first Demon King? Looks like Chise’s it. Who do you choose?
Asmo.
Asmo: *gasps in wide-eyed surprise* What?! Me?! *face falls, uncertain* Oh dear… *sighs* I wasn’t going to tell anyone this, but….to be honest, I was planning to ask Lord Diavolo to join us today, but our schedules didn’t match up… That’s why I decided to invite Mephisto instead to fill in for him.
Mephisto: *aghast* Do you mean to say I’m a substitute?!
A) That’s rude!
Mephisto: *serious nod* Precisely. To even suggest I could take Lord Diavolo’s place is an insult to His Excellency.
B) Now, now, take it easy.
Mephisto: *haughty, snobby sniff* I’m not mad. I’m simply saying that it’s impossible for me to serve as an adequate substitute. There is absolutely no way I can ever hope to be a stand-in for Lord Diavolo.
Asmo: *surprised* Oh, that’s what you meant…?
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2. Solomon.
Solomon: *surprised* Wait, you want to hear my secret? *grimaces in thought* *unconvincing pout* Dear me…I don’t really have anything to hide, though.
Asmo: *exasperated head shake* Uh, if anything, I’m willing to be YOU have the most secrets among us.
Solomon: *innocent chuckle, sweet smile* Do I really seem that mysterious?
Asmo: *smiles good-naturedly* Totally!
Solomon: *hums in thought* Let’s see… To tell the truth, I’m actually a puppet Solomon created. The real Solomon is back at Cocytus Hall researching new approaches to magic.
Mephisto: …There’s a lot to unpack in what you just said.
Asmo: *irritated glare* Aww, Solomon! You’re such a joker!
Solomon: *head shake, pleasant smile* I’m not joking.
Asmo: *jumps, wide-eyed gasp* Wait… You mean…?
Mephisto: *horrified* Are you saying we’ve been speaking to a puppet this entire time?!
Solomon: *sweet smile, happy hum of amusement, quite pleased with himself* Perhaps it’s more accurate to call it a vessel. Don’t worry, though. I’m the one doing the actual talking, not the puppet.
Asmo: *freaking out* Is that supposed to be reassuring?! And what do you even mean by ‘vessel’?!
Solomon: *innocent blinking, so pleasant*
Mephisto: *sighs heavily* Let’s not pursue this matter any further…
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3. Mephisto.
Mephisto: *raises brows* Me? *flattens mouth, thinking* Hmm. I’m not sure I have any… Ah, I know. I think I’ve got one. Until very recently, I had been mistaking Asmodeus for Leviathan.
Asmo: *gawks* *outraged* Excuse me?! You thought I was LEVI?! You can’t be serious! *sulky scowl* Me, grace and beauty incarnate, and that shut-in otaku freak?! I absolutely refuse to let that slide! *pissed yelling* Not in a MILLION years!
Solomon: *grimaces* Now, now, Asmo, calm down.
Asmo: How can I?! I mean, how could anyone possibly mistake me for someone else, let alone Levi?!
Mephisto: *seemingly casual and unconcerned* I didn’t realize it was that big of a deal.
Asmo: Duh, of COURSE it is!
Mephisto: No worries, I can tell you apart now.
Asmo: *huffs, glaring, bunches fists* The next time you make that mistake, I swear I’ll ask Satan to teach me his nastiest curse to use on you!
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Solomon: *amused chuckle* Right, let’s move on to the next round.
*time skip*
Asmo: *dismayed* How does Chise keep getting the Demon King’s stick?!
Solomon: *smirking* You really seem to have Lady Luck on your side.
Mephisto: *sighs* We’ve played so many rounds that I genuinely have nothing left to confess.
Asmo: At this point, I’m dying to hear one of Chise’s secrets.
Mephisto: I concur. The rest of us have been forced to reveal our secrets left and right. It wouldn’t be fair unless you share one of your secrets too, Chise.
Too bad, those are the rules!
Mephisto: Ngh… You have a fair point.
Solomon: *pleasant nod* I guess Chise is fair in that sense.
Mephisto: Hmph. Then I’ll just have to keep trying until I can hear Chise’s secret.
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2. Then why don’t YOU become Demon King?!
Mephisto: *taken aback* Well, if you put it that way…
Asmo: *smiles* Let’s play another round then!
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Asmo: Ready, set…
All: Who’s our new Demon King?!
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Text chat:Wanting to Start Something New (from House of Lamentation (New)(8))
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Mammon: Yo, Chise! I heard you were sayin’ that you’ve been feelin’ kinda over your hobbies lately?
Mammon: How’d ya like to learn about stock tradin’? I can teach ya the ropes right now. 💰
Lucifer: What an ill-advised suggestion. Chise, you ought to pretend you didn’t even see that.
Lucifer: If you need more stimulation in your daily routine, might I lend you some of my records?
Asmo: Don’t those curse you when you listen to them?
Lucifer: Yes, but I wouldn’t recommend anything life-threatening.
Satan: Rather than put your well-being at risk, why don’t you come critter-watching with me?
Satan: There’s nothing like the wonder of an adorable little animal to brighten your days.
Levi: Ugh, who wants to go through all the work of going outside?
Levi: What if you tried playing a video game that wouldn’t normally be in your comfort zone?
Levi: If you let me know what genres you like, I can give you a list!
Actually, those all sound wonderful.
Thanks for all the suggestions!
Asmo: Sure, but hasn’t everyone listened to music or played games before?
Asmo: Wouldn’t you rather try something you’ve never EVER done?
Like what?
Okay, the unknown is pretty tempting.
Asmo: Lately, I’ve gotten super into twisted yoga.
Mammon: What in the heck’s that?
Lucifer: It sounds rather sinister.
Asmo: There’s a hot, young instructor who’s been uploading a bunch of tutorials on Fab Snap.
Asmo: It’s pretty gruelling, but I’m definitely seeing results!
Asmo: There’s a posture correcting course, a belly-busting course, and all kinds of other classes you can join!
Beel: Do they have one where you eat tons of delicious food?
Asmo: Um, no.
Belphie: What about one where you take a bunch of nice naps?
Asmo: Also no.
Beel: Chise, if you want to try something new, you could join me on a food tour.
Beel: It’s a great way to find flavours you’ve never encountered before, I guarantee it.
Belphie: What about sleeping in a bunch of different places, and keeping a dream journal?
Belphie: That way, you’ll have a record of all the places you slept really well the next time you’re looking for a good spot to drift off in.
These new suggestions sound fun, too.
I’ll try these ideas one after another!
Lucifer: While this is all well and good, the one thing I ask is that you refrain from napping near any busy roads.
Belphie: You can just give me a call instead. Sleeping in the street isn’t so scary when you’ve got company.
Levi: *hums suspiciously* Huh, look over there. Is that guy sneaking around who I think it is? Hey, Mephisto! What’re you doing?
Mephisto: *bushes rustle* *snaps angrily* Keep it down, idiot! Or are you trying to get me caught?
Levi: *exasperated head shake* Uh, you know you’re basically shouting, right? Well, whatever. Lucifer just passed through here, didn’t he? What’re you following him around for?
Mephisto: *glares* It’s not because it’s my idea of fun. I’m on the hunt for the next big scoop for the RAD Newspaper.
Levi: *unimpressed* Yeeeeah, I don’t think Lucifer’s gonna drop his guard that easily.
Mephisto: ...Probably not, no.
Levi: *perks up, smiling* Oh, hey! I’ve got just the thing for you!
*time skip*
Levi: *excited, nerdy laugh, holding hand up* Ta-da! My latest purchase, the newest drone model! They made it waaaay quieter, and it runs even longer on one charge! There’s no way Lucifer would notice this, right?
Won’t he get mad?
Mephisto: Hmph. So what? That’s his default mode.
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2. That’s a brilliant idea!
Levi: *snickers* I know, right?
Levi: *bounces excitedly, happy sparkles* Okay! Let’s trail Lucifer until we dig up some dirt on him!
Mephisto: *shakes head* You were just looking for an excuse to fly your drone, weren’t you?
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monSOLO: This sure is intriguing, that...
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*hiding out of sight in RAD stairwell*
Levi: Woot! We’ve successfully infiltrated the library!
Mephisto: *shakes head* Except that Lucifer’s only looking for a book. There’s nothing interesting about that.
Levi: Hang on, someone’s approaching him…
*views of library, where drone is flying*
*Lucifer and Satan stand together*
Levi: Huh, it’s Satan. That’s weird, he’d never go talk to Lucifer willingly.
Mephisto: Try getting close enough to pick up their conversation.
Satan: That book you’re looking for? I’ve already checked it out for you.
Lucifer: *smiles, pleasantly surprised* You have? That’s rather thoughtful of you. Still, I’m impressed you knew that I was here for Vol. 2 of that mystery series, specifically.
Satan: Well, I noticed that you were reading Vol. 1 in the music room yesterday. And knowing you, you’ve already worked out the twist. So, I thought that you’d want to confirm your suspicions as soon as possible.
Lucifer: *shakes head, sighs teasingly, smiling* While I’d like to thank you for that, but didn’t you just give the plot away?
Satan: *chuckles* Haha, sorry.
Levi: *gawking* …I-I-Isn’t that a crazy big scoop?!
The story of the year!
Levi: *nods firmly, wide-eyed* I gotta text Asmo and Mammon!
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2. I don’t know that it’s newsworthy...
Levi: C’mon! A scoop like this’d even shock Belphie out of his sleep!
Mephisto: No, Chise is right.
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Mephisto: *shakes head* This really can’t be considered breaking news.
Levi: *taken aback* Aw, really? A story like that should’ve made headlines… Wait, what?!
Mephisto: *eyes widen* Lucifer just disappeared!
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Lucifer: Will you be able to go out...
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*student lounge*
Levi: *frustrated hum* Where’d Lucifer run off to?
Mephisto: Hmph. He can be remarkably light-footed, when he wants to be.
Levi: Should we try and dig up some dirt on someone else?
Mephisto: I suppose there’s no choice. In that case, would you mind following along with your drone?
Levi: *smiles* Well, this is pretty fun, so I guess I could tag along for a little while longer.
*fade to view of RAD cafeteria, where drone is flying*
*Barbatos and Luke standing together*
Levi: Hm, Barbatos and Luke are up to something over there.
Mephisto: It looks like Barbatos is doing up Luke’s buttons.
That’s sweet of him.
*Barbatos inclines head kindly, Luke bounces happily*
Levi: Is there anything Barbatos can’t do?
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2. That’s one heartwarming scene.
*Barbatos inclines head kindly, Luke bounces happily*
Mephisto: Is it, though?
Levi: Uh, you know you’re grinning yourself, right?
Mephisto: Shut it, Leviathan.
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Mephisto: This won’t do, either. Time to take the drone elsewhere.
*fade back to student lounge*
Levi: *frustrated sigh* This really isn’t going so well, huh. Can’t you just interview one of the exchange students, or something?
Mephisto: *shakes head* No, that’s scheduled for another issue. Besides, we’ve already come this far. I want something more explosive. More provocative.
Levi: Uh, you sure you’re not just bored?
Mephisto: Hm? Since when did we end up in the garden?
*drone is in garden*
Levi: Oh, hey. It’s Solomon and Thirteen. *jumps, wide-eyed( Whoa, geez! That giant hammer came out of nowhere! *grins* Lol, that’s a classic Thirteen trap for you. Solomon dodged it like a pro, though.
Mephisto: …*loud, wide-eyed gasp* That’s it!
Levi: Huh?
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Mammoney: Buried in gold and silver!
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*RAD courtyard*
Mephisto: *smug smirk* When I saw Thirteen’s trap, it hit me. If I can’t find a story, I’ll just make one.
Levi: *shakes head in disappointment* You mean you’re gonna snap a shot of someone falling for a trick? Camping’s kind of cheap, you know.
Mephisto: Oh, it wouldn’t be just any trick. That wouldn’t make the front page.
Levi: So, what’s with the box?
Mephisto: It’s a magical item. Whoever opens it will be granted their heart’s desire. *smug smirk* And we all know how damning people’s innermost wishes are. It’s a brilliant plan, if I do say so myself. *victorious smile* I’ll just set this down over here, and…
Levi: *perks up* Wait, so like, if I opened it, a life-sized figure of Ruri-chan would appear?
Levi, no peeking.
Levi: *sulks* I know, I was just kidding. You don’t have to glare so hard.
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2. I want to try it!
Mephisto: *shakes head, glaring* It’s a one-use only item. And I won’t be wasting it on either of you.
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Mephisto: Wonderful, someone’s coming. And it’s…
*Belphie appears*
Levi: Whoa, Belphie?! And he went straight for the mystery box! Well, I guess he’d want a pillow or whatever.
*Belphie shakes head*
Mephisto: ...That doesn’t seem to be the case.
Levi: Is that a…notebook?
Mephisto: Hm, perhaps it holds all of his secrets?
Levi: You mean it’s maybe got a bunch of stuff that would put an edgelord to shame?! Oh, man! We’ve gotta get a look at that!
Mephisto: Belphegor, kindly relinquish that notebook.
Belphie: *startles* ...Whoa! Geez, warn people before you pop out of nowhere. You scared me. Hold on… *narrows eyes* Mephisto, did you do this?
Mephisto: I haven’t a clue what you’re talking about. Come on now, hand over the notebook.
Belphie: Huh? *frowns* I don’t get it. What do you want with my magical history notes?
Belphie: *narrows eyes* I’ve been looking everywhere for this. So, Mephisto. Were you the one who hid it in that box?
Levi: Welp. Good on it for granting Belphie’s wishes. *sulks* But maaaan, that was kind of a disappointing unboxing.
Belphie: Why would you play a mean prank like that?
Mephisto: That wasn’t a prank. I only wanted to…
Levi: Whoooops, Belphie’s pretty pissed. Let’s just pretend we didn’t see any of that. *gasps, eyes widen* Whoa! Look at the time! All the good anime’s gonna start airing soon! *grins* C’mon, Chise! Let’s go home!
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Text chat: A Persistent Droning (from Lucifer)
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Lucifer: While I know it was Levi’s drone that was following me…
Lucifer: You were with him as well, were you not?
Lucifer: Just what were you up to?
What are you talking about?
Lucifer: Don’t you play dumb with me.
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2. Busted, huh?
Lucifer: How could I not have noticed such blatant snooping?
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Lucifer: Mephisto attempted to follow me earlier, as well.
Lucifer: I take it you were hoping to find something scandalous for the newspaper?
😉
Lucifer: 😒
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2. 😱
Lucifer: I knew it.
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Lucifer: Unfortunately for you lot, I always ensure I have no unwanted guests before I go anywhere I would not wish to be photographed.
Details, please!
Lucifer: Intrigued, are you?
Lucifer: However, those locations shall remain secret.
Lucifer: 😌
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2. I’d expect nothing less.
Lucifer: I wouldn’t mind sharing a few secrets with you, Chise. But you would have to promise never to tell a soul.
Lucifer: If you can accept those terms, then come to my room later.
