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Shipped off to a world completely separate from her own and now, lo and behold, Minako was apparently married now too. Weird. Perhaps even unsettling, no, definitely unsettling — but Minako found it preferable to search for a silver lining amongst the strangeness of it all. One being that, at the very least, she had a cozy roof over her head with all the creature comforts any person could possibly need.

With the help of friendly strangers, Minako Aino had made it to her new dwellings in one piece and that alone was a feat; such effort could not go unrewarded, so once she had shoved her belongings into the duly noted one queen sized bed bedroom, the teen made her place right where she knew best: the couch. Imagine the gleam in her eye and the wry grin splayed across her lips as she flicked on the all too familiar television and scrolled through channels — a simple act that would be cherished. Although Minako looked for the best in all things, she wouldn’t deny herself any confusion or pangs of melancholy to ebb and flow. 

Having her friends here on this foreign planet would be ideal. 

But the girl had been pulled out of these thoughts as quickly as they came when not too soon after she had settled herself, Minako heard the front door of the apartment open up. So it really was true then? She really did have a wife. Or so she assumed this girl no older than her was just that. 

Upon arriving, she spent a few hours trying to find her way, perhaps getting sidetracked a few times when she spotted something she liked. She ended up making about five circles around the city only to end up at her destination that was only a few blocks away from the station. Maybe she should take a course on how to properly follow a map. 

The bags on her shoulders felt like they were filled with bricks by the time she reached her apartment. Her arms and legs her and her shoulders felt burnt from the repeated exposure to the sun. Despite her ailing form, she put on a smile and entered the apartment. Of course the other resident had arrived quicker.

"Hey," she said, a little embarrassed because her sweaty form was the other girl's first impression. "Oh, and yeah that would be appreciated." She gave one bag to the other and kept the other hanging from her shoulder. As much as she wanted to deposit both bags into the stranger's arms, she held back as to seem polite. First impressions, first impressions! 

Quickly, she found the bedroom, noticing a few bags piled on one side of the room. She placed her belongings onto the other side of the room and let out a sigh of relief. Of course, the relief was short lived when she realized there was only one bed. So the whole marriage thing was for real, huh? A small blush spread across her cheeks. 

Nelliel realized she had been staring too long at the female near her. She couldn’t help it though. Hazel eyes swayed back and forth from the colored outfit the other adorned, while staring back up at her kind expression. Clearly, she seems like a sweet person.

A sweet person with a nice fashion sense.

She walked over to the other, and quietly tapped her on the shoulder. Maybe the younger could help her find something that suits her and her figure. Nelliel had been to get rid of a lot of her clothing anyways, since she had grown out of them, over a short period of time—!

"Excuse me. Do you mind me asking where you bought your outfit? It’s very pretty and I’ve been wanting to expand my wardrobe. "

"Thank you for the compliment! These are some of my personal favorite clothes," she said with an exuberant smile. "Ah, but the place where I bought them was a sort of specialty store, so I don't think there's another place like it here." She felt bad for letting the stranger down with the request, but she had another idea in mind that would help.

It wasn’t unusual to find herself in an establishment like this. But underwear shopping had always struck her as embarrassing. Especially with all the recent male friends that she’s acquired. And there had been silent horror stories forming in her head about one of them glancing into the window and seeing her pick out some cute bras, or something.

Rena’s attention, however, was drawn onto something completely different within the next few moments. Instead- she realized that there was a girl struggling. Actually- she seemed to be digging furiously around for a bra, herself.

...Actually she didn't want her mom to see the things she purchased with her money. 

Now, she was in a desperate struggle in the bra section. As much as she loved shopping, the biggest pain was finding a size that actually fit her chest. All the larger sized ones were so plain, and all the cute ones squeezed her way too tight. 

A voice of concern called out to her, and she was zipped out of her frustrating pursuit of cute bras. 

     - “That’s so great! You are the first person I’ve met here, Yuzu-chan.”

And they shared similar thoughts as well. Yuzu seemed to be a nice person to have around, plus wasn’t she kind, willing to help Nia even though they were strangers? Who wouldn’t want such a person as a friend? Nia certainly would.

As they walked, the blonde let her eyes wander around, trying to absorb the new surroundings into her memory. Of course, being a total newcomer to Toshi City, it didn’t even cross Nia’s mind that they were taking the wrong path at all, especially when she seemed too busy admiring the several buildings and shops around. Not even Yuzu’s sudden nervousness left her wondering. Blinking her aqua-colored hues a few times, Nia shrugged.

     - “It’s alright! There’s so many buildings and so many people. It’s easy to get distracted, isn’t it?” - Plus, it wasn’t like she was in a hurry to get home anyways; her luggage had only the essencials, so pushing it around wasn’t much of a bother either. Pointing to her right instead of following Yuzu right away again, her smile widened. - “Look, look! Don’t the cakes in that bakery look delicious?”

When she heard Nia's excited voice, Yuzu turned and looked at the object of attention. A tiny bakery showcased a wide array of cakes, large and small, chocolate and vanilla, every kind. Looking at the elegant as well as adorable cakes made her almost start drooling. It was so lucky that they found such a nice little bakery in the middle of getting lost. 

     - “Yuzu-chan!”

Nia had always been one to get easily intimate with anyone that pays her attention, mind too lost in an imaginary ‘happy land’ to not trust people right away. Though still, she couldn’t be considered completely naive. Nia could also be sharp enough to pick out whenever things take a strange turn, so she isn’t one to be fooled for too long.

In any case, Yuzu sounded friendly enough. And she was offering her help, after all! Nia could do nothing but be careful. Getting lost in her first day in Toshi City wouldn’t be very fun.

     - “Ah! Of course! Thank you again!” - Long blonde hair waved around as Nia bowed down once more before reaching for her bags, pulling them along as she quickly caught up with Yuzu’s pace. Not even the strong breeze hitting her face was able to wipe off the smile plastered on the girl’s face. - “Since you know where it is, does it mean we could be neighbors?” - The simple idea seemed to brighten up her mood even more.

It was wonderful to be meeting a new face in a new city. She hoped this wouldn't be the last of their interaction, because Nia seemed like a very kind and fun person. However, she feared that kind and fun nature would turn on her when she told her that her sense of direction left much to be desired. 

She took a few turns and then she realized she was in a place she didn't recognize at all. Oh crap. What a horrifying and embarrassing situation. Pausing her advances, she took a look around, trying to find some sort of familiar image, anything really. But, as it seemed, she had guided herself and Nia to a part of town that she had yet to see. 

Oh, look. A pretty girl with time on her hands.

Nevertheless, he relaxes. An assuring smile- but he would keep an eye on the way Yuzu spoke with others. She meant well, but he didn’t think she knew just how much words could hurt a person. But- he wouldn’t teach her that lesson. 

"They’re… Around. I go over to their apartment every so often for a movie night, or two. But sometimes it’s just a little awkward.." Seeing as though Atsuro and Kazuya were… well… A thing.

The thought puts a heavy sensation on her chest. Leaving with the least of words and then changing so drastically without her: that isn't how friendship is suppose to work, especially since they've been friends for years and years. She tries to replace the depressing feeling with anger, how much of a lecture she would give those to about proper manners and the like. 

"Well, show me the places you know, and I'll go try and find the other places sometime. We can exchange intel, y'know? Secret gardens will be secret no more with our teamwork."

"Please refrain from insulting Atsuro in my presence. I don’t feel very comfortable with it." Whether he had to explain it or not- he would probably make that one of the rules. Even if it was playful- he couldn’t fully tolerate it. Nevertheless, he lets this on slide.

He finally fits the pieces together.

"Did you really think I would take commands from Atstupid? Jeez, I'm glad you finally figured it out. Anyways, glad we're roommates too. I don't know what I would do if I was roomed with some weirdo.

     - “Ah, I’m so grateful— My name is Nia Teppelin. Nice to meet you!” - She greeted, offering Yuzu a short and polite bow before extending a hand for a handshake. At least she hadn’t forgotten her manners, but in her mind, the blonde hoped she wouldn’t be too much of a bother.

Once again reaching for the paper she’s been given once arriving at the city, she turned it to the other girl, head tilting a bit to the side.

"I'm Yuzu Tanikawa. Nice to meet you, Nia!" She took Nia's outstretched hand and shook it. After introductions were done, she was better able to get an image of the new person in front of her. Nia wore very cute clothes, so cute that Yuzu would have to ask where she bought them. Pink really suited the other girl!

Ah, but now wasn't the time to be focusing on fashion (she still didn't know where the shopping district was). She read the paper that was presented to her. Tiger Lily apartment? She tilted her head in confusion, thinking for a few moments if she had seen such a building in her mad dash to her own apartment. 

Oh! Of course! That's where it was! It was only a few blocks away from her own apartment.