[happinessdove]

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[happinessdove]

Shigure: (He holds Lougenia's hand that was on his cheek) Yes, you're right... (He looks down worriedly) I have noticed that about him. He is selfless to the extent of neglecting his needs... It worries me. (He took Lougenia's hand and held it in both of his hands) I will see to it that he receives the care he deserves. I promise. (He nods)

Kei: Does that mean you're gonna cook him a wife lunch?! Or something like that?! :O

Shigure: Uh… N-no. Just… a regular one. Perhaps. (He blushes) You say things too casually sometimes, Kei…

Kei: Riiight. Sorry. ;D A regular lunch. So, what are you gonna make?

Shigure: (He thinks) ... Hm… I don't know. I'm unsure about what he would like. (He looks at Lougenia as she spoke) Oh?... (He nods as she listed foods)

Kei: (He blinks) You sure know a lot about your dad, Lougenia. That's good!

Shigure: Yes, indeed. I will remember those, Lougenia. Thank you. (He smiles at her then stands up) Please, let me know if you think of anything else he might need.

Kei: Shigure's cooking is the best ever!! ^_^ I would know. I eat it every day!! I just wanna marry his coconut macaroons!

Shigure: Ah... thank you?

Kei: (He laughs as Ceto spoke) Yeah I am serious :D

Shigure: By the way, Lougenia, I have completed your dress for the ball. It turned out quite well, I think.

Kei: Oh right. It's frickin' amazing! Can we go show it to her?!

Shigure: (He smiles) Yes, of course. Shall we stop by the boutique?

Kei: Great! ^_^ Let's-- Er… (He shakes his head) Actually, you guys go ahead. I… I forgot I had something planned.

Shigure: Hm? Where are you going?

Kei: Uh… You know, Shigure. That thing. We talked about it earlier! :'D Anyway, I should go! (He grins at Ceto) Later, Ceto!! (He waves at them and walks off) Later, Shigure and Lougenia!

Shigure: (He waves to Kei) …..? …A-ah. I remember. (He turns to Ceto as she questioned) Well... my mother adopted Kei after his parents died in the war of Ylisse. It is around this time of the year that he visits their grave. (He shakes his head) I-I apologize. I did not mean to bring the mood down. (He smiles at Ceto) Kei can be a bit... absentminded... Thank you for showing him patience. (He turns to Lougenia) So, let us stop by the boutique for a brief moment, Lougenia. If that is alright with you.

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Shigure: (He wheels over a covered mannequin to Lougenia excitedly) I am very pleased with how this turned out. And~ Ta-da! (He pulls the cloth from the mannequin)

Rayth: (He blinks as the dress was revealed) Whoa… O__O Cool…

Shigure: (He smiles as Lougenia bounced excitedly and felt the dress) I am so glad you like it. (He was hugged by Lougenia) Ahaha… You're very welcome. (He hugs her gently) I know you will look beautiful in it.

Rayth: (He nods as Lougenia spoke) Yeah, is she gonna try it on?? o_o

Shigure: Yes, of course. (He motions to the dressing room) There is a dressing room just over near the large mirrors.

Rayth: (He frowns as Lougenia walked into the dressing room with the dress) Hmph…

Shigure: Hm…? (He looks at Rayth) Is something wrong?

Rayth: Tch, no!! What? e^e

Shigure: (He blinks) Would you… like me to make a dress for you, too, Rayth?

Rayth: KAHH?!?! @///////@ NO!! I never said that! I'm a boy and I can't!! S-so… forget it!

Shigure: Well… I don't see anything wrong with a boy wearing a dress. Are you sure you don't want me to--

Rayth: I said, forget it!! x////x Hrr…

Shigure: Haha. I understand… I apologize for being pushy.

Rayth: (He folds his arms) Krh... Whatever!!… >/////>”

Shigure: Excuse me for a moment… I'm going to get the dress I am working on from the back. (He walks to the back room)

Rayth: Hrmph… How did he even know...? .//. (He turns as Xalvador and ???? walked in) Oh, if it isn't Mr. tall guy and… (He squints at ????) Uhhhh… who are you, little fox… kid... that looks strangely like someone I know? e_e'

????: (She jumps slightly as Rayth spoke) ;~; (She hides behind Xalvador and lowers her ears)

Rayth: Wh-what? O_O;; What'd I say?

Shigure: (He wheels a covered mannequin out and sighs) This one is becoming a problem… (He notices Xalvador) O-oh! Lord Xalvador, you are just in time.

????: (Her ears twitch) ! (She gasps and peeks out from behind Xalvador) Daddy! Q-Q (She runs over to Shigure and hugs his legs)

Rayth: (He blinks) … O___O Wha…?

Shigure: Minori! (He kneels down to Minori and wipes her tears) Dear, what are you doing here? You were to stay with your uncle Kaden.

Minori: (She frowns and sniffles) I-I missed you… I don't want to wait two days for you to come home. ;~; So I ran all the way here in my big fox form…

Shigure: You ran here? Minori… (He sighs) Well, that's alright. But next time, simply tell your Uncle Kaden. He will understand.

Minori: Okay… Oh, and daddy? (She holds Shigure's face and bounces) Daddy, I-I met a really kind knight, and he's so tall and strong, and he helped me find you… (She wags her fluffy tail) And he's really handsome and he has big horns-- ^^

Shigure: Y-yes, Minori. I know him.

Minori: Isn't he just wonderful? ^v^ (She holds her hands together) I wish he were my daddy too… Can you marry him? (She holds Shigure's hands) Please?

Shigure: Uhh... um. (He blushes) I-I'm afraid it is not that simple, darling.

Minori: Why not? :c

Rayth: Wait wait wait wait, Shigure, is that your daughter?! O__O

Shigure: Oh. That's right… I don't believe anyone has met her. (He stands up) Yes, this is my daughter. (He pats her back gently) Why don't you introduce yourself, dear?

Minori: (She fidgets with her hands) Eh? Um... okay... M-my name is Amagawa Minori…  and I'm five… and I'm half kitsune… umm… a-and I like shrimps... a lot. (She nods)

Shigure: Ahaha! (He claps) That was fantastic!

Minori: (She folds her hands behind her back and wags her tail) :> … (She looks over as Lougenia walked out of the dressing room) Wow… wow~ (She runs over to Lougenia and smiles)

Rayth: Whoaaa~ Awesome… o__o …… (He folds his arms) Hmph. I mean, I'm not jealous or anything… =-=;

Shigure: Ah! (He smiles as Lougenia spun around in her dress) I had a feeling that pattern would suit you. And it seems to fit you perfectly as well.

Minori: (She holds her tail and looks at Lougenia) Hi… :> You're so pretty… What's your name…? … Lougenia…? …… I-I'm Minori… (She turns as Xalvador approaches) …? (She looks at Lougenia as she and Xalvador spoke) ……. Oh… is that your daddy, Lougenia? He's really amazing… ^^ He helped me find my daddy… (She points at Shigure)

Shigure: (He waves) … ^//^'''

Minori: (She blinks as Lougenia spoke) The ball? S-sorry… I'm not going… (She frowns and lowers her ears) I don't like big parties… I'm s-scared of them…

Rayth: Are you sure? It's gonna be cool. I think some famous pop star is gonna perform or something. o__o

Minori: Ummm… (She wags her tail as Lougenia spoke) …… H-hehe… well… okay… ^v^ Maybe it wouldn't be so bad… if Lougenia and Mr. Xalvador will be there too…

Rayth: Yeah! Plus there's gonna be food. All those fancy shrimp cocktail things… and cake. Er-- (He folds his arms) N-not that I… like sweets or anything… =-=;;;;

Minori: (He tail wags faster) Sh-shrimps…?!

Rayth: Yeah, I don't even think anyone eats them… it's sad. =_=

Minori: I-I have to go to the ball…! >////< (She bounces) Daddy, can I go?

Shigure: Hm? You changed your mind? Well, of course you can, dear.

Minori: Ah! Yay… I'm going to wear my dress that you made for me on my birthday… :>

Shigure: (He smiles) That's wonderful. Will you be alright? You tend to get very flustered around too many people.

Minori: I-I promise I won't get flustered...! (She rubs her soft ear gently on Lougenia's cheek) That's... a kitsune promise. :3 (She giggles as Lougenia felt her cheek) ^u^ Mr. Xalvador too... (She turns to Xalvador and tiptoes) ...@n@ U-umm... I can't reach... (She smiles as Xalvador knelt down then rubs her ear on his cheek) I promise. :>

Rayth: (He floated over to Shigure) What is that? e_e;

Shigure: (He smiles sadly) It is just something her mother used to do.

Rayth: I-I see. o__o; Sorry…

Minori: (She wags her tail and puts her hand to her chest) Hee hee... My heart is beating so fast... ^^ I can't wait to go…

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Minori: (She walks to the door with Lougenia) Lougenia and I are gonna have some tea… and then go for a walk in the castle garden… :> (She waves) Bye bye…

Shigure: Hold a moment. Will you two be all right? Do you need me or Xalvador to go with you? I think we should go with you, just to be safe.

Minori: (She shakes her head) Daddyyy… >n<

Rayth: Keh, overprotective parents… I know how that feels… =__=;

Shigure: (He nods as Xalvador spoke) …Y-yes, that is right. What if you two get lost? The castle garden is very large.

Minori: (She looks at Lougenia and giggles with her) …… (She smiles at Shigure and Xalvador) Don't be silly… I can always follow our scent trail… you know that daddy… (She wags her tail) Oh, and there are knights everywhere… the castle is really safe… ^u^

Shigure: Um… you say that, dear, but I still worry.

Minori: B-but daddy… (She nods as Lougenia spoke) ……… Y-yeah… we really promise. (She looks up at Xalvador and Shigure with Lougenia) Can we pleeease go…? (She pouts with Lougenia) Don't you trust us…? :c (She lowers her ears)

Shigure: (He closes his eyes and blushes) Y-yes, of course, but… (He looks at Xalvador worriedly) …

Minori: Ah! (Her tail wags as Xalvador spoke) W-w-we can…? ^w^

Shigure: Yes, but please, be back here no later than--

Minori: Hee hee! Thank you, daddy and Mr. Xalvador… (She hugs them with Lougenia)

Shigure: (He hugs them gently) Ah… yes.

Minori: (She smiles at Lougenia and bounces) Let's go, Lougenia… :> Yay… (She skips out with Lougenia)

Shigure: (He steps out of the door and waves to them) Uh, d-dears!! Come back here no later than noon, please! Did you hear me?

Minori: Okaaaaaay~ :3

Shigure: (He steps back inside and holds his hand over his chest) This kind of worry… is not good for my heart.

Rayth: Keh. You two act like my parents. =___= (He looks at a closet that was filled with dresses) ……..? Hey, I wanna go look in that big closet. >__>;; (He points at the closet)

Shigure: Hm? The one with all of the dresses? Please, be my guest.

Rayth: (He smiles) Yes!! (He shakes his head) Er—I mean… wh-whatever… =///=;;; (He folds his arms and floats quickly into the closet)

Shigure: …He seems very shy about his feelings. Haha… (He turns to Xalvador) Ah, Lord Xalvador, there is something I wanted to talk to you about. Er, it may seem strange… but I recall you from when we were children. (He puts his hand to his chin in thought) … I believe it was late winter… Florina and I came across you outside one morning, and you were badly injured. So I recited my mother's healing incantation to you. You seemed a bit apprehensive, but you did tell me your name. (He shakes his head as Xalvador spoke) … No, no, it's all right. It was quite a long time ago. I have just been thinking about it lately. (He looks down) O-oh, and also… if you ever need anything, I would be more than happy to assist you. If you have a wound that you need tended to… or if you just need someone to speak to… anything at all. I would like to be there for you. (He gently puts his hand on his shoulder) You care so much for others… it is only natural that you should receive care as well. (He blushes lightly and takes his hand away as Xalvador spoke) …? N-nonsense. You could never be a bother to me. Please do not feel that way. (He nods) So… please consider what I have said. Furthermore… I understand that Arthur will be undergoing his transformation. (He frowns as Xalvador spoke) ……… Yes… as a parent, I understand your worry. That healing incantation that I mentioned before… The song in itself, along with my mother's pendant should help ease his pain. I would like to sing it for him, if that is alright. It may even help ease your worry. My mother's songs have that ability… (He looks away and blushes) Um, a-anyway. I apologize for talking so much. But I truly mean what I said. (He smiles at Xalvador) So… think about it, if you would like.

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Kouta: (He walks into the ballroom and looks around) … Wow… it's busy in here…

Iris: (She writes on her checklist and hums) Okay… Well, everything seems to be almost done… Lukas, how are the stage preparations going?

Lukas: Ah, quite well. We have moved all the platforms to their proper place, milady.

Iris: Hmm, that's good… (She thinks) Goodness. I can only imagine how busy it's going to be tomorrow…

Lukas: Please do not strain yourself. We have everything under control here.

Iris: No, no, no. I'm not going to take a break. (She holds her checklist and grins at Lukas) I am too excited… And Lukas, my child, you will be attending the ball, right? Please say yes.

Lukas: Er… I-I'm not sure, milady. I don't do well with parties… I tend to make things a bit awkward. I think I would rather guard the castle. We may need extra guards, anyhow.

Iris: Don't say that… ^^ I bet you could even find yourself a date. (She pinches his cheek)

Lukas: (He blushes) I don't think that would be beneficial to my duties.

Iris: Well, that doesn't matter. It doesn't have to be.

Kouta: (He smiles) Yeah, she's right…

Lukas: (He jumps slightly as Kouta spoke) Er-- prince. Good day. (He bows to Kouta) Excuse me. I need to finish a few preparations. (He walks off)

Kouta: Oh… bye, Lukas…

Iris: My goodness, Kouta, did you not fix your hair this morning? It's a mess… (She fixes his hair)

Kouta: Mm… I don't really pay attention to it…

Iris: Well, you had better start paying attention, my little duckling… The ball is tomorrow… You cannot show up looking like you have just rolled out of bed.

Kouta: I probably will have just rolled out of bed though… (He puffs his cheeks)

Iris: Oh, that will not do at all… Why don't you wake up a bit early tomorrow?

Kouta: (He sighs) But it's impossible… Not even Xalvador can wake me up…

Iris: Hmmm… How about that boy you always like to be with, then? Peter. He might be able to…

Kouta: (He blushes and folds his arms) What makes you say that…?

Iris: Heehee… I know my son better than anyone. You have feelings for him, don't you?

Kouta: ………. Hm…? Sorry, I spaced out just now and didn't hear you…

Iris: You are such a handful sometimes… I will just ask him myself later, then.

Kouta: (He frowns) W-wait… no… I don't wanna be an inconvenience to him… He might not even be able to wake me up…

Iris: Oh, I'm sure he won't mind… (She blinks as Peter walked into the ballroom) Well, look, there he is now. Peter, dear? (She waves him over) Kouta and I want to talk to you about something~ ^^

Kouta: @///@;;

Iris: (She smiles as Peter approached them) Hi, sweetie. So, I was wondering if you're available to wake the little prince here… (She thinks) Hmm, I would say about two o'clock in the afternoon, on the day of the ball this weekend…

Kouta: (He turns red looks away from Peter) Uh… mom…

Iris: (She giggles as Peter spoke) Heehee, it's just terrible. His servants and even his knights never have any luck waking him… and he sleeps for hours on end… I just thought that you might be able to wake him, seeing as you two are close.

Lukas: (He waves at Iris) Milady, would you mind advising us for a moment? We are in a bit of a conundrum…

Iris: (She nods at Lukas) Of course, dear. (She smiles at Kouta and Peter) So, talk about it, would you? ^^ It's not a bad idea… (She walks over to Lukas)

Kouta: (He frowns as Iris walked away) But……. (He sighs and turns to Peter) Sorry… I was hoping not to bother you with this… (He shakes his head) It's impossible to wake me up… (He blinks as Peter spoke) …….… Oh, yeah, that's right… You did wake me up this morning… (He thinks) Hmmmmm… wonder why… Maybe it's just because I really like hearing your voice… (He looks at Peter) …….. So, Peter… I decided that I wanna sleep in your room this weekend… (He smiles as Peter reacted) Hm…? Well, only if there's enough room… or unless you don't feel comfortable with it… (He frowns as Peter spoke) …… Hrm… What are you saying…? You know I don't even care about my royal status at all right… (He stares at Peter as he spoke) ……… Does that mean I can…? (He smiles and lifts Peter off of the ground and spins) Hahaha. ^///^ I'm so happy… (He hugs Peter gently) I can't wait… (He releases him) So… did you come in here to help set up the ballroom…? Ren and I are in charge of the flowers… Do you wanna help too…? (He smiles as Peter agreed) Yay… Let's see… where is he? (He looks around and spots Ren) Oh, there he is…

Ren: (He approaches Kouta and Peter) ……?

Kouta: Hey Ren…. Peter said he'll help… (He turns to Peter) This is Ren… he's in charge of the flowers… He runs the flower shop in town too…

Ren: (He nods to Peter and smiles) ……Thanks for helping out.

Kouta: We were struggling since it was just the two of us… Let's get started then, shall we…?

Ren: (He leads Peter and Kouta over to the table with flowers) We should start trimming the roses.

Kouta: (He sits at the table with Peter rolls up his sleeves) I'm really good at this one… ^^ Hehe…

Ren: (He picks up a large vase) …..

Kouta: Are you gonna take that to the greenhouse, Ren…? (He nods to him with Peter) Be careful…

Ren: (He nods) I will. (He walks off)

Kouta: (He turns to Peter as he spoke) ……..? (He smiles) Don't worry… I can teach you how to do it… Here, like this… (He took one of the roses and started trimming the thorns and leaves) Just leave a bit of the foliage under the rose… (He glances over as Peter trimmed his rose) …Mhm… you're doing great… (He looks at his hands) ……Your hands are really pretty… it's almost like they were made to touch flowers… They're so delicate… Hmm… I want to kiss them… (He blinks as Peter turned red) …? Are you okay…? …… (He looks at Peter as he spoke) …… Oh…? ^///^;; I sort of just say whatever comes to my mind… Sorry if I say something that makes you uncomfortable…

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Ren: (He walks down the castle's hallway with the vase) …… (He gazes outside of the windows as he walks) ……  …!! (He stumbles and bumps into Lancelot) A-ah--! (He dropped the vase and stepped back as it broke) ……. (He looks at the shattered vase on the floor) ………… (He looks at Lancelot) …… Lancelot? I haven't seen you since we were in school together… (He shakes his head as Lancelot spoke) Oh… the vase. It's not your fault. (He frowns as Lancelot spoke again) ……But… it's really not. I tripped and… (He blinks as Lancelot started cleaning up the glass) ………… (He kneels down and starts to pick up the glass) …

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Ren: (He throws the rest of the glass away and turns to Lancelot as he spoke) … No. It wasn't expensive at all… don't worry. (He blushes as Lancelot put his arm around his neck) ………… (He reluctantly walked with Lancelot as he spoke and pulled him along) ……… (He frowns as Lancelot kept talking) ………Uh… Lancelot… It's… it's nice to see you again. But I kind of need to get back to work. (He squirms out of his grip and looks at him as he spoke) ………. (He looks away from him and blushes deeply) … Y-you want to catch up sometime?… Sure, I guess… (He rubs the back of his head) /Why haven't these old feelings from school gone away…?/ (He turns away) I-I have to go… Thanks for helping me. (He walks off quickly)

–

Ren: (He looks down and walks back into the banquet hall) ……. (He approaches the table and looks up) …… (He blushes as Kouta and Peter were kissing) Ah… .//.;;;

Kouta: (He blinks as Peter released the kiss) @///////@;;;; Eh…? (He turns to Ren) O-oh… Ren is back…

Ren: (He frowns as Peter ran off) …

Kouta: W-wait… (He looks down sadly as Peter exited the banquet hall) Peter…

Ren: (He looks at Kouta) …… I'm sorry.

Kouta: (He shakes his head) I-it's not your fault, Ren… I… I did something wrong…

Ren: … (He sits down at the table across from Kouta) …… It didn't seem wrong. (He picks up one of the roses and starts to trim it)

Kouta: (He turns to Ren) Really…?

Ren: (He nods) ……

Kouta: I see… Still, I should really apologize to him… (He sighs and starts trimming a rose)

Ren: …… I know it's none of my business, but… how long have you had feelings for him?

Kouta: Hm…? (He thinks) Ah………. I'm not sure… We hardly ever spoke until a few weeks ago… But I feel like I know him from a long time ago… from a different life, even… (He trims the rose slowly) And I just can't tear myself away from him… or I feel like I'm missing a part of myself…

Ren: (He blinks) ...I-is that so?

Kouta: Mhm… Do you feel that way about someone, Ren…?

Ren: I… (He shakes his head) N-no. I've never had a feeling such as that. But… (He looks away) … I… like someone.

Kouta: (He puts his hands to his cheeks) Ehhhhhhh…? Really…? (He smiles) Who is it…? Do I know them…? ^^

Ren: (He blushes and trims another rose) …………

Kouta: O-oh… sorry… I shouldn't just ask you something like that… (He laughs softly) But that's great, Ren… You're always so busy with your flowers… and so quiet… So, I thought you didn't have anyone like that…

Ren: …… (He holds the rose and looks at it) …It's a nice feeling.

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Kouta: (He nods as he finishes trimming another rose) Hm… well, that’s the last one… That was easy… Need any more help, Ren…?

Ren: (He shook his head) … Thank you.

Kouta: Alright… (He stands up) I… I should really go apologize to Peter… I hope I didn’t steal his first kiss or something…

Ren: … I wonder.

Kouta: (He looks down) I’ll be going… bye, Ren… (He waves and rushes off)

Ren: (He waves) …… (He stood up and started to clear the table)

Minori: (She sneaks into the ballroom with Lougenia and wags her tail) Heeheehee… This is s-so exciting…! ^^ (She holds Lougenia’s hand) Mhm! Let’s go see the tables… :3 (She sneaks with Lougenia then bumps into Ren) U-uuwah… (She looks up at him) @-@;;;

Ren: (He looks down at Minori and Lougenia) ……?

Minori: (She hides behind Lougenia and lowers her ears) ;-; Ah…! We didn’t mean to bump into you, Sakaki-san…

Ren: Don’t worry. (He looks at Lougenia as she spoke) … Sneaking?

Minori: Y-yes… (She steps out from behind Lougenia) We aren’t supposed to be in here because our papas said so, but we r-really wanted to look! P-please don’t tell… :c

Ren: (He nods) …… Just… be careful.

Minori: Ah! (She wags her tail) Th-thank you! (She smiles at Lougenia as she spoke to Ren) Yes, that’s right… we’re going to have a tea party with Florina… :> And we’ll have little cookies and tea… (She looks up at Ren) Ah, maybe you would like to…? :o

Ren: …….I would like to?

Minori: @n@; (She shakes her head) Ah—n-nevermind…! Y-you might not want to… since you’re a grownup. (She looks away shyly)

Ren: Eh……?

Minori: Ummm… we’ll be out of your way now… G-goodbye, Sakaki-san! (She bows with Lougenia)

Ren: (He bows slightly) ……

Minori: (She holds Lougenia’s hand and follows her over to the tables) Wow… ^v^ I-it’s so pretty in here…

Ren: ……. (He continues clearing the table and frowns) ……… /I wish they had invited me./

– –

Aya: So, did everyone finish their poems? (She grins) Just hand them up to me. Boy, I'm excited. See, isn't this nice? :D (She smiles as Shin, Budo, Reiji, Ryu, and Nagito handed their papers to her)

Nagito: Hmmm… Don't you think it's weird to have an occult club meeting today? What with all these murders…

Aya: No! Shut up. @_@ That's exactly why I'm holding this club meeting. We need to relax for a minute! ^^; Everyone is so on edge! Let's just take a moment to bond!

Nagito: … “Bond”?

Aya: =-= Well, anyway, like I was about to say!! I know we're all really bummed out that the play got delayed a little. But let's make the most of this meeting! :3

Tohru: (He stares at his paper and smiles) ………

Aya: (She stacks the papers and counts them) Hm?… (She glances at Tohru) Tohru? o_o You can hand it over now.

Tohru: (He continues staring at the paper) ………….

Aya: Er…. (She gently takes Tohru's paper) Yoink ^_^ …… (She looks over it) …! O_O;;; ………/This is… illegible. And it has blood on it…/

Nagito: What's wrong?

Aya: Nothing nothing! (She clears her throat) Okay! ^^; Let's swap them now. (She hands each of them a different poem and holds onto Tohru's)

Nagito: (He looks over the paper he was handed) … Ah. I got Shin's. Let's see how good it is.

Aya: =w=;; S-sorry about that, Shin. Once everyone's done reading, we'll talk about the poems. Heh, I promise this is the only time we'll do this. We're not a poetry club or anything. :3 Ah… (She clears her throat and looks over Tohru's paper again) @_@;; ………

Tohru: (He looks at the paper in his hands and blushes) Aha…! /I-it's Budo-senpai's…! I'm so happy.../ ……. (He reads over Budo's poem and sweats profusely) Haa…

Aya: (She laughs as Ryu commented on her poem) Y-yeah well, I'm not a poet either. =3=;; Heh... (She looks at Reiji as he reads over Nagito's poem) ... o_o Uh...

Nagito: (He smiles at Reiji) What do you think, Reiji? You got mine, right?

Aya: (She takes the paper from Reiji and reads it) .... =_= Yeah... This makes no sense AND it's creepy. (She hands the paper back to Reiji)

Nagito: (He laughs) Sorry. I told you it would be terrible.

–

Aya: Thanks for today, you guys! ^_^ I appreciate it! I guess we should go home, then…

Nagito: (He folds up Shin's paper and puts it into his jacket) Yeah. I'll be going then. (He stands up)

Aya: Hm? Shin isn't going with? o_o;

Nagito: No, Shin hates me right now. He's making me sleep outside like a dog. I wonder why… Well, see you later. (He walks out)

Aya: You wonder why, huh? =_=; (She looks at Shin) Uh, I don't blame you, Shin… -w-; (She nods as Shin spoke) See ya tomorrow. Give Hope a little kiss for me!! ;3; (She waves as Shin exited in the opposite direction of Nagito)

Tohru: …….. (He trembles and grabs Aya's shirt) A… ya…

Aya: (She jumps slightly) Hrm?!! O3O;; T-Tohru! Heh, what's up, buddy?! (She glances over at Budo, Ryu, and Reiji as they talk to each other) @_@;; (She looks back at Tohru)

Tohru: (He smiles up at Aya) ……. I need… my poem back… Y-you see… I wrote it for Budo-senpai… And I would like to g-give it to him… as I have endowed it with my scent and my blood… H… hh… ha ha… H-he will appreciate it… I know he will… (He drools onto Aya's shirt) You understand… r-right… (He grins up at her and breathes heavily) You understand m-more than anyone, Aya…

Aya: (She grabs Tohru's head and whispers) H-hey…! What the hell is going on with you…?! =__=;; Stop this shit. (She smacks his face lightly)

Tohru: (He blinks) ……..? Nghh…?? I don't... feel good…

Aya: Just rest here… I'll come get you in a little bit. >_>; Don't go anywhere, okay? (She sits Tohru down) I just have to go home and check on a few things.

Tohru: ...O… okay…

Aya: Alright. (She waves at Budo, Ryu and Reiji) Later, guys! I'll see you tomorrow! ^^; (She rushes out)

Tohru: (He looks up at Reiji as he spoke to him) ……Hngh… I'll really curse you if you make me go to the nurse again… (He looks down and squirms as Reiji patted his head) ………… (He looks up as Reiji and Ryu walked out) ……............. (He jumps as Budo spoke to him) …!!!! …… (He breathes heavily and stands up) S-senpai…! ……No, f-f-forget about how I feel… I just… a-ahh… (He smiles and takes Budo's poem from the table) About your poem… I… I love it… I love everything about it… (He blushes) Senpai, I want to take this home… Will you let me keep it…? … (He sweats and blushes more as Budo nodded and spoke) … Aha…!! I'm so glad… You're too nice to me, senpai… (He held the paper to his chest) Hehe… I-I'll take good care of it… (He looks at the paper blankly) I'll even touch myself while reading it over and over. That's how much I love it. (He smiles at Budo blankly) Ahahahaha. Budo-senpai… (He sweats and grips the paper) I'm addicted to you. It feels like I'm going to die if I am not breathing the same air as you. The only reason I'm alive is for you. I… I can't take it anymore. I have to tell you. (He breathes heavily and stares at Budo) … I… I'm madly in love with you. I love you so much that I just want to pull your skin open and live inside of you. I want you to only be mine… and I want to only be yours. Doesn't that sound wonderful? Doesn’t it feel wonderful for someone to devote their entire life to you, senpai? Ahahaha… (He blinks as Budo spoke) ……?!! (He drops the poem and trembles as Budo held his shoulder) …?!?!!! N… nnnh…?!! (He looks up at Budo and backs away from him) Oh… oh g-god…! S… senpai?! Wh-what did I say to you…?! (He covers his mouth and turns pale) I… I think I'm going to vomit… (He runs out quickly)

??????: (She looks at Tohru as he ran down the hallway and into the bathroom) …/Hm… It wasn't as successful as I'd hoped. Oh well./ …… (She smiles at Budo as he rushed out of the occult clubroom and ran past her) ………/My work is done here…/

Naegi: (He looks at Budo as he ran past him) Budo-san…? (He walks down the hallway and notices ??????) ……? /It's that girl again… she associates with Junko a lot. Monika-san…/

Monika: (She turns to Naegi and smiles) ……Hello, Naegi.

Naegi: O-oh. Uh… Monika-san. What's going on?

Monika: Hm? I have no idea. Well, I have a few things to do. I should get going.

Naegi: Wait. Monika-san… I have a question. Why are you friends with Enoshima Junko?

Monika: (She looks blankly at Naegi) ……. Wouldn't you like to know, Naegi? You should not get involved. You have already stuck your nose in too far.

Naegi: Huh?… What are you saying?

Monika: Nothing. For the record, I'm affiliated with her for my own personal interest.

Naegi: Personal interest? I'm not sure I understand…

Monika: Ahaha! You really are quite nosy, Naegi. Well, what I mean is that I'm doing this for the one I love. You wouldn't know.

Naegi: (He thinks) I see… /Does she mean Budo…?/

Monika: (She smiles) …… No. I'm not talking about Budo. That's what you're thinking, isn't it?

Naegi: E-eh?! /How did she know that?/

Monika: Anyway, it's not that at all. I have no interest in him. It is someone else… I can't tell you anymore, though. Just don't interrupt my work. Or I will have no choice but to delete you, Naegi. (She giggles and walks away)

Naegi: (He swallows nervously) … /What is she planning to do?/

–

Monika: (She peeks into the nurse's office) … Mikan? Are you in here? (She walks in as Mikan stood up and spoke) Ah, there you are. (She smiles) No, I'm not sick. I was just checking in on you. How are you doing? (She blinks as Mikan spoke) Oh? You took care of a patient earlier? Good job… (She holds her arms behind her back and smiles) …… Say, is it okay if I write a few poems in here? It's so calm in here and… I really enjoy being in your company, Mikan. (She giggles as Mikan spoke) Hee hee. Of course I'm sure. Nothing would make me happier. Hm…? (She turns as Junko walked in) …… Hello, Junko. (She glares away coldly as Junko spoke to Mikan) ………Junko. I've brainwashed another student today. I hope that satisfies you. Though, I'll admit, I'm not as good at it as you are. (She folds her arms as Junko laughed and spoke) …… Yes. Of course you are better than I am at everything. Now if you'll excuse me… (She starts to walk out then turns back as Mikan spoke to her) …… (She smiles) It's alright. I'll just stop by again tomorrow. Goodbye, Mikan. (She walks off) ……. (She sighs) … /Honestly, I really wish I didn't have to stoop to Junko's level to get closer to Mikan… This is troublesome./

–

/Next Day/

Naegi: (He walks down the hallway with Ibuki and Aoi) Let's see... I'm pretty sure I saw some extra tables in the music room...

Ibuki: (She fist pumps and follows Naegi) Woohoo! ^_^ This is gonna be epic!

Aoi: (He rolls his eyes) This is so stupid... we're wasting practice time on this.

Ibuki: No way! You don't get how awesome it is to play a guitar on top of ten stacked tables, Aoi! Once you try it, you'll never want to play on the ground again!! >:D Plus it's good for your feet!

Naegi: Is that really true? ^^"

Aoi: A load of bullshit is what it sounds like...

Naegi: (He chuckles) Well, I hope it works out for you anyway. (He approaches the music room door) So, they should be in here.

Aoi: Ugh. (He opens the door) Let's just get this--?! A-AHH!! (He backed away and fell over as he saw Ilima on the floor with blood under his body)

Naegi: Ah?!! (He steps back)

Ibuki: GYAH! I-ILIMA'S DEAD!! @___@ (She foams from her mouth) Blujgkgjugh..... x_x

Naegi: (He runs over to Ilima and kneels down to him) Ilima-san! (He felt Ilima’s wrist and listened to his breathing) …! No, he’s alive. But he isn’t conscious…

Aoi: (He trembles and blinks the tears from his eyes) Wha--?! He's alive?! (He stands up and runs over to Ilima)

Naegi: (He helps Ilima up and supports him) We need to get him to Kotomi. He's badly injured...

Aoi: (He took his jacket off and pressed it onto Ilima's wound gently) Grh... (He supports Ilima with Naegi) Come on already!! (He walks out of the music room quickly with Ilima and Naegi)

Ibuki: E-easy, Aoi!! @_@ Let's hurry though, you're right!! (She follows them)

--

Aya: (She furrows her brow and looks at Ilima's wound as Kotomi cleaned it) Hmm... Kotomi, what kind of wound is this? ._."

Naegi: (He nods as Kotomi spoke) … Yeah. A stab wound… I wonder what he was stabbed with. (He looks at the ground and thinks) Hm…

Aya: (She grins at Naegi) What’s going through that big brain of yours, Naegi? ^__^

Naegi: Oh-- I was just thinking of examining the music room. Maybe there could be some clues as to who did this. Seeing as Ilima-san might be unconscious for a while…

Aoi: Rr… Whoever it is, they’re about to be cooked alive…!! (His fists flare slightly)

Ibuki: Aoi, you’re on fire again :O

Aoi: Shut up!! Who the fuck would stab Ilima?! (His hair started to catch on fire slightly) I’m so fucking pissed off right now!

Aya: It’s kind of getting to me, too. =__= (She hands Kotomi a gauze and bandages) Naegi, that’s a good idea, also! You should examine the music room. You might find something, ya smartypants :D

Naegi: Er, y-yeah. I’ll do that. ^^; (He waves as he exited) Bye… I hope Ilima-san recovers quickly.

Aya: Yeah… (She pokes Ilima’s forehead) Heyyy o_o Ilima! (She keeps poking his forehead) Ilimaaa! Can you hear me, buddy? …… Man, your forehead is nice and soft ^_^

Aoi: You dumbass. Stop messing with— (He gasps as Ilima’s eyes opened) H-hey…!

Ilima: (He groans softly) ……? (He looks around at everyone) …Eh...?

Ibuki: Haha! You’re up! :’D Man, I thought you were a goner!!

Aya: (She pats Ilima’s head) Hey bub, how do you feel? o_o;

Ilima: Oh, Aya… my head hurts so badly. (He looks at Kotomi as she finished wrapping his wound) Miss Kotomi? What is going on? (He tries to sit up but stops) Hn--! It hurts… (He lies back down)

Aya: T-take it easy, there. You’ve kinda been stabbed. >_>;

Ilima: Stabbed?...

Aoi: (He grips his fists) … Hey, who did this to you?

Ilima: (He looks at Aoi and frowns) Who…? That… is a very good question. I’m afraid I can’t remember anything.

Aoi: What?! Well try to fucking remember then!! (His shoulders caught on fire)

Ilima: (He sighs) Calm yourself, Aoi-kun. I would like to avoid a repeat of that one incident in primary school…

Ibuki: Oh yeah… that was bad!! ^__^;; You kinda almost caught the entire school on fire!

Aoi: Tch… don’t be stupid. I’m not six years old anymore. That won’t happen again.

Ilima: Either way… I won’t allow you to exact revenge or anything like that. It’s unnecessary. Do you understand me, Aoi-kun?

Aoi: (He folds his arms and glares away) Yeah, sure…

Ilima: (He glares sternly at Aoi) …

Aya: Whoa, Ilima’s kinda giving you the stink eye right now… o-o

Ibuki: Yeah! It’s scary, man… @_@

Aoi: Gr… Ask me if I give a damn!! (He puts his hands in his pockets and walks out) I’m going to help Naegi.

Aya: Hot-headed as always… =3=

Ilima: (He shakes his head) Unfortunately, I don’t have the strength to argue with him…

Ibuki: Hey, not to be a downer or anything but… do you think… (She looks at Kotomi and Aya) Maybe someone brainwashed Ilima too??? @_@

Aya: I don’t know... o_o;

Ilima: That is what nearly happened to Shin, right? Hm… I hope not… Ah! Fujisaki’s birthday is today… Oh no. There’s no way I can attend with this wound. But I even got him a gift… (He sighs)

Ibuki: Aw, don’t worry bro!! :D Want me to give it to him?!

Ilima: If you are able, Ibuki-san. Thank you. I’ll give you my locker combination… (He points at Ibuki) No snooping, okay? I mean it.

Ibuki: Ahh, I won’t, I won’t!! o3o;

Aya: (She taps a pen on her cheek) Urrrr… >_>;;;

Ibuki: (She looks at Aya) Whazzup?

Aya: Ugh. Nothing. (She sighs) I just haven’t seen Tohru since yesterday. That little shit ran off… =__=

Ibuki: He’s probably cursing someone! That’s his thing, right? :D

Aya: Yeah, but right now he’s more concerned with… someone. >__>; (She turns as Ryu rushed in) Ah, you heard. Boy, you got here fast o_o I thought you would.

Ilima: (He blinks as Ryu rushes over to him) Ryu-kun--? (He flinches in pain) Uh…! W-wait, please, not so close. (He sighs deeply as Ryu spoke) I’m sorry. Yes, I’m all right. It isn’t too large of a wound…

Aya: (She shakes her head) We don’t even know who did it. Which sucks… I was looking forward to beating the bastard up, too, trust me. ^_^

--

Nagito: (He walks into the bathroom and sighs) /I guess Ilima survived… well, it’s not like he’ll remember anything. Monika should have wiped his memory by now… Unless she decided to betray me./ (He took a folded garbage bag out of his jacket and threw it away) Won’t be needing that then…

Monika: (She walks into the bathroom) … You do realize that what you’re doing is selfish, don’t you?

Nagito: (He turns to Monika) Wh-whoa, Monika. This is the boy’s bathroom, you know?

Monika: I don’t really care about that right now. I’m just saying, creating all this despair, just so that you can watch hope triumph… You know how selfish that is, right?

Nagito: ……So what? You’re basically doing the same thing. You’re just doing it for your “love”, or something… (He smiles) That’s pretty hypocritical of you.

Monika: (She puts her hands on her hips) At least I have a good reason. What is your reason any good for?

Nagito: (He sighs) I really don’t know how to explain it to a robot…

Monika: Fair enough. And as for injuring Ilima? He is innocent.

Nagito: Oh, that! I really didn’t plan to. I feel really bad… But he kind of saw something he wasn’t supposed to see. So… (He smiles)

Monika: You’re lying, aren’t you?

Nagito: (He laughs) Yeah… You saw through me. I didn’t kill him, but I found him just lying there… I really thought he was dead. I thought it would be pretty useful if I just put him in the incinerator, so everyone just thought he went missing… then I was going to clean up the evidence… but I guess that never happened, huh?

Monika: …

Nagito: I’m so lucky you happened to see it. Thanks for the help. Hahaha…

Monika: (She turns away) Don’t expect any more of it. If you pose a threat to Mikan, I won’t think twice about deleting you permanently. (She walks out)

Nagito: …Right.

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Ibuki: (She takes the present out of Ilima’s locker and closes it) Hmmmm… o_o (She shakes the present) I wonder what it is! It’s pretty small~ o3o

Aoi: (He approaches Ibuki with Naegi) Hey, what the hell are you doing??

Ibuki: AHH!!! O___O Oh, Aoi, Naegi! I’m getting Ilima’s present to Chihiro-chan!! Since he can’t make it and stuff. I didn’t snoop in Ilima’s stuff! Okay, maybe a little! ^__^;;

Naegi: Eh? o.o

Aoi: (He rolls his eyes) I don’t give a shit… Come on. Ishimaru’s waiting for us.

Ibuki: (She follows Aoi and Naegi) Coming! Hey, hey!! You guys find out who stabbed Ilima?!

Naegi: (He shakes his head) … We did find a few things, though. I’m going to question the list of suspects I had in mind later tomorrow.

Aoi: (He grips his fist) …

Ibuki: Aww man :S (She peeks at the present in Aoi’s hand) Yo, yo, you got him a gift?! Wow, Aoi!! ^__^

Aoi: Tch—!! Of course I did! (He snatches the present away as Ibuki tried to grab it)

Naegi: Haha ^^ That’s great, Aoi-san.

Ibuki: What is it, huh?! :D

Aoi: Th-that’s— (He blushes) You’ll fucking see when he opens it! God, you’re annoying…

Ibuki: Gah, I’m dying of anticipation!!! @__@

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Chihiro: (His eyes sparkle as he read the computer box) A-ah! It has the processer I wanted too! That costed extra… O-oh… you two… (He jumps up and hugs Ishimaru and Mondo tightly) Thank you… th-thank you so much! ;-; I’m so happy…

Chiaki: (She hugs the computer box) So… beautiful…

Naegi: You really like it, huh Fujisaki-san? ^^ That was generous of you two. (He smiles at Ishimaru and Mondo) Now I feel like my gift won’t even compare…

Chihiro: (He hops down from Ishimaru and Mondo) I-I love it! I-I’m going to cherish this computer forever! ^v^ It’s going to be my new best friend. I can hardly wait to unbox it later! You two will help me, right? (He smiles at Ishimaru and Mondo brightly)

Aoi: (He smiles slightly as Chihiro patted the computer) …

Ibuki: Alriiiiight! Who’s next?! :D

Chihiro: E-eh? You mean there’s more gifts?! @-@ There’s no way I deserve so many kind gifts…

Chiaki: (She stands up and takes a tiny gift out of her pocket) Open mine next, then… (She smiles and hands it to Chihiro)

Chihiro: Ah! It’s such a tiny box! I wonder what it is…? (He gently opens the box) Waaaah…!! I-it’s Violetchi!! ;//;

Ibuki: (She peeks) Oh!! That’s super cuuuuuuute!!! @////@

Chiaki: You like Tamagotchi right? It’s a hairclip… It’s super rare.

Chihiro: It’s so adorable, Nanami-chan! I’m going to wear it right now! ^///^ (He clips it into his hair and holds his chest) H-how do I look?

Naegi: You and Nanami-san sort of match now, huh?

Chiaki: (She blushes) … It’s perfect…

Chihiro: (He giggles as Ishimaru adjusted the clip) Thank you. ^u^

Ibuki: Hey, Chihiro-chan! Aoi says he reeeeally wants you to open his gift~ :D Right?! (She nudges Aoi)

Aoi: Idiot…! I never said--!!

Chihiro: Nagano-kun, you got me a gift? (He holds his hands together) Y-you didn’t have to! I’m so happy though! ;v;

Aoi: (He blushes) … H-here. (He hands him the present)

Chihiro: Ah! I’m so excited! Thank you! ^^ (He starts to unwrap the paper)

Ibuki: Ooooh, what is it, what is it?! >__< (She shakes Yoshio’s shoulder gently)

Chihiro: (He gasps as he opened the present) :O !!! Nagano-kun!!

Chiaki: Woow~ no way…

Ibuki: Ooooh! What’s that? :D

Chihiro: The… the… The Super Princess Chef baking set!! The brand new one! (He hugs the box) Uu… uwahh! N-N-Nagano-kun! ;;~;;

Aoi: (He looks away) What?? You really wanted it, right? (He stumbles as Chihiro squeezed him tightly) Gah--

Chihiro: (He looks up at Aoi and hugs him tightly) It’s just what I wanted! Th-thank you so much, Nagano-kun! ^u^ I’ll make lots of delicious cupcakes!

Aoi: Agh… yeah… (He blushes and pats Chihiro’s head) I’m… glad. (He glares away from Chihiro)

Ibuki: You’re making a weird face!! xDD

Chihiro: Hehe. ^^ (He sets the baking set on top of the computer box) I-I really feel like I don’t deserve such wonderful gifts…

Ibuki: (She wraps her arms around Yoshio’s waist) Hey, Chihiro-chan, Yoshio-chan’s got somethin’ for ya too! And Ilima too, even though he couldn’t be here! ^_^

Chihiro: Ah, I see! I-I’m so happy… Hmm… I need to visit Ilima-san later… I feel terrible that he got hurt.

–

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Takumi: (He swats Yoshitsugu's hand and grumbles) I can get up by myself. (He stands up and looks away) … So… you'll really teach me? But… I lost. Why? (He looks at him as he spoke) ……… F-fine. I get it already. Then… I won't waste your time. I promise. (He bows) Thank you. (He straightens his posture) …… (He glares at Yoshitsugu) What? You're looking at me weird. I-it's common courtesy to bow to your teacher, right?? Geez… (He blinks as Yoshitsugu smiled slightly and spoke) Ah-- … (He blushes lightly and looks away) Y-yeah, whatever… (He looks over at Scarlet and Ryoma as they walked out of the castle gates) …….?  Well, look at that…

Kaden: (He hops down from the tree behind them) Wow! They’re going on a date~

Takumi: (He jumps as Kaden landed next to them) You again! I told you to scram!!

Kaden: Yeah yeah~ I just had my pudding, so my tummy huuurts… don’t yell so louuuud… :<

Takumi: What is your problem? Ugh… (He watches as Ryoma closed the gate) I wonder where they’re going.

Kaden: (He sighs and grooms his tail) Ah, to be young and in love~ uwu I wonder if this means Scarlet is going to be the queen of Hoshido one day?

Takumi: … She might be. Even so, I’m not against it. That just means I have another sister to protect. I have to get stronger…

Kaden: Awww, prince Takumi wuvs his sisters. That’s so sweet. ^w^

Takumi: Will you just zip it?? Why are you even here?

Kaden: Hm? Well, I’m… :3 (His ear twitches) … GAH! M-my niece! (He grips his fox ears) I lost my niece!! ;___; I forgot! I was babysitting her and she totally ran off!

Takumi: Whose parents trusted you with their kid, anyway… (He sighs)

Kaden: I have to go, okay?! If you see a really tiny little kitsune girl, let me know!! (He runs off and shouts) Minoriiiii?! Uncle Kaden is looking for you!! @^@

--

Ryoma: (He walks up to a cliff with Scarlet) Here it is. This is one of the spots I come to often… it seems no one knows of it, so I am able to get some peace and quiet here. (He looks over the cliff at the beach) The fireflies should come out tonight. I have it planned perfectly so that-- (He blushes as Scarlet held onto him) A-are you alright?! I apologize. I did not consider that you might be afraid of heights. We can go somewhere else, if you’d like. (He looks at Scarlet as she shook her head and spoke) … Are you sure? Here. (He held his hand out to Scarlet) I won’t let you fall. This cliff is quite sturdy, also… (He smiles as Scarlet held his hand) I guarantee you’ll be alright. (He sits down with Scarlet) When the fireflies appear, they lead a trail to the forest below. There’s something I’d like to show you there. (He blinks as Scarlet commented on his clothes) …… Haha. Yes. Well… I thought it would be inappropriate to wear armor on a date. (He blushes and looks out at the beach) … You look wonderful, Scarlet. It is different from what you normally wear… but I like it.

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Izana: (He releases Nox's hands) Oh-- h-hon, I'm really sorry. Did I go too far? Well, you did lean in too, so I-I just thought~ Ya know?… ^^; (He shakes his head as Nox speaks) M-my bad~ anyway, this is what I saw in my reading earlier, so you can guess why I didn't wanna share it with you. (He stands up with Nox and smiles at him) I-I was a little hasty, huh? I just couldn't help myself! Please accept my most sincere apologies, er, from Emperor to Prince. (He bows slightly) … (He stands tall and claps) Now then!! Let me make it up to you! Hotspring time! I was thinking of getting in myself! (He pats Nox's cheeks) Our guests can use the hotsprings whenever they want! :D (He smiles at Saber) You are welcome to join us too! Everyone's allowed, okay? Now then~ (He leads Nox out into the lobby)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

//

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

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

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

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

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

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

Masanagi: ………

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

–

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

– //3 years later//

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

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

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

Reina: Good attitude! Now go on out there.

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

Reina: (She walks outside and stands beside Izana)

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

girl: It's the prince!

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

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

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

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

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

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

Izana: Oh… right. :'D

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Yoshito: Oh dear.

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

Izana: (He grins) ^^

//

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

– –

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Kouta: (He frowns) Aw…

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rayth: You're taller than everyone!! o_e

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

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

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

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

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

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

Shigure: I-I'm sorry?

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

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

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

Rayth: Oh, I was right huh? o__o

–

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

–

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

–

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

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

–

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

????: (She licks Kei's hair) …

Kei: Ah, man~ That was gross! :'D

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

Florina: (She licks Shigure's cheek) …

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Kei: Awww duuude… ;__;

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Kouta: Hm? What do you mean…?

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

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

Rayth: Well you could have fooled me e_e

?????: (He walks in) I'm heeeeere!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Momo: I'll never forgive you. >n>

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

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

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

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

Florina: (She snorts softly) =w=;

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

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

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

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

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

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

Shigure: Haha... I see.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Shigure: (He looks at Rayth) Hm?

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

Shigure: Oh. No, he is inside.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Florina: (She neighs softly) ^^

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

Rayth: (He watches intently) o.o

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Florina: (She licks a deer's head) …

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

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

bird: (She tweets softly) ^v^

Rayth: You… remembered a bird? o__o

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ibuki: Ahahaa! I forgot! (She facepalms)

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

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

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

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

Aya: Hehhh? ._.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ibuki: Oh yeahhhhh! (She strums the banjo)

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

girls: (They chatter amongst each other)

Ilima: ……….

group: (They chatter loudly)

boy 3: Dude!!! HAHA!

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

All: (They chatter loudly)

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

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

All: (They stop talking) O_O ……

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

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

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

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

All: Yes sir! @_@;

Sonia: Hee hee. Excellent strategy. ^^

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ibuki: Holy crapoley!! D:

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

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

Sonia: I see! How amazing! ^^

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sonia: (She holds her clipboard excitedly) ^^

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

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

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

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

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

All: (They watch closely) …

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

All: (They clap and cheer loudly)

Sonia: (She claps) Oh! ;~;

Nagito: (He smiles) Wow~…

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

Aya: Heh xD He's losing his cool.

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

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

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

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

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

Ibuki: Oh yeah!

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

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

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

Aya: Already?! o_o

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

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

Ibuki: Smooth!! x_x

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

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

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

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

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

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

Nagito: ........ Hm?

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

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

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

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

??????: (He sits and reads) ………

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

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

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

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

Hisoka: ………

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

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

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

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

Hisoka: ………… (He continues reading)

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

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

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

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

Aya: I see… o.o

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

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

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

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

boy 1: (He sighs and sits down)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

all: (They murmur and sit down)

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

boy 3: I forgot~ @_@

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

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

all: (They begin chatting)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tohru: Oh……

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

Aya: Yo, sensei! :O

a few students: (They greet Watanabe) :D

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tohru: .__. I apologize…

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

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

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

Aya: =___= Of course…

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

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

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

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

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

Tohru: @__@ …

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

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

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

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

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

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

Nagito: I just got here a few seconds ago.

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

Nagito: Oh? Okay then.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tohru: L-let me guess…

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

Tohru: I knew it… ._.

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

Nagito: Your house, Aya-san?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Aya: (She listens in) … >_>;

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

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

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

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

Tohru: Wh-what are you even mumbling…

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

Tohru: ._. (He looks at Aya)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Nagito: …… (He looks at Aoi) Oh.

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

//

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

//

Aoi: ……

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Nagito: Haha… what makes you say that?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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/Next Day/

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

Nagito: What's that, Aya-san?

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

Nagito: Hm? I couldn't hear you.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tohru: (He sweats) …… @_@;;;; …

Nagito: They were found dead, right?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

--

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tohru: No... ._.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Aya: =w= Senpai, if you would.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tohru: …………Yes...

Aya: Good!!  ^^ Now you're all done.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tohru: ...? (He looks at Nicu)

Nicu: ... (He screams) AHHH!! ;__;

Tohru: Wh... why? ._. Am I that ugly...

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

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

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

Tohru: ....... ._. .........

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

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

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

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

Aya: Tohru! x_x You can't just say that...!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ilima: (He blinks) My... I'm sorry?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Aya: Really?!? :D

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Aya: (She snickers) Pfff e3e Smooth dude…

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Camilla: Well, you do share a striking resemblance.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Forrest: Goodbye! Do take care.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Vernon: What?! =__=;;

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

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

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

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

– –

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Takumi: (He pouts) …… Fine.

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

Takumi: I'm not pouting!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sakura: Takumi? A-are you okay?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

monsters: (They approach the group and growl)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ryoma: Takumi! Stop being reckless!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sakura: (She giggles) :>

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

–

/Next Day/

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Takumi: Quiet, intruder!!!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Kaden: Mhm! I'm Kaden!

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

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

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

Ryoma: (He chuckles) …

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

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

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

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

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

Takumi: …….

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Takumi: (He looks at them) …?

Ryoma: … Takumi… this is…

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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[happinessdove]

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[happinessdove]

Izana: (He rubs his cheek on Nox's shoulder) Oh, I don't mind this! Not at all!-- (He jolts his head up) Yeah, we're gonna check out the ol' hometown? Izumo ain't too far from here! That means we're gonna have to go through the neighboring kingdom, Fallwater! It's a real fancy place, you'll enjoy it! ^^ Oh, speaking of…

????: (She stands guard and glances at them) State your purpose-- eh? (She looks at Izana) …Ah. Emperor Izana. You may pass--

Izana: Ah!! (He steps down from Saber's back and hugs ????) My gawds!! Fila, you're not short anymore! What happened?! ^^

Fila: (She closes her eyes) What do you mean? I grew. I am 15 now. That is all. Now release me, old man.

Izana: (He releases Fila) O-old?! I'm 19! I ain't old! .___. Is it the hair? I know, it's white and makes me look like I'm 60 years old!!… But I take pride in it! I've won awards for my hair you know! :'D

Fila: I know. You certainly are not the proper age to be an emperor… nor do you have the proper manners. But you seem to be doing a good job.

Izana: Well, thank you honey!! I try! Say, I'm just going to pass through with my friends here. That okay? Well just be in and out! Like sauerkraut!

Fila: I'm sorry?… (She looks at Nox, Saber and Hibaru) ……. They are not familiar to me. From what kingdom do you hail?

Izana: Why don't you introduce yourself? (He smiles at Nox)

Fila: (She looks at Nox as he introduces himself)  …………You are prince Nox? I see. That does sound familiar after all. And if you are friends with Emperor Izana, you must be a friend to us, too. Izana may act like a plebeian, but he is very competent and sincere. Izumo is the peaceful kingdom it is today because of him.

Izana: You're giving me way too much credit, hon!! .////. (He waves his hands)

Fila: I am simply being honest. By the way, I would advise dismounting from your big cat. We do not allow anyone to be on a mount unless they are a knight from the castle. I apologize. (She opens the gate) You may pass.

Izana: (He smiles as Nox gets down from Saber's back) Great! Let's go!

Fila: (She looks at Hibaru) Ah… (She turns away) /A… wolf. I've always wanted to touch a wolf. She is so pretty./ …… ! (She shakes her head and allows them to pass)

Izana: (He looks around) Well, doesn't seem too busy today! (He looks at Nox) Hm? Well, to get through, we have to go through the castle itself! Then just on the other side is Izumo! (He walks up to the large opening in the castle with Nox Saber and Hibaru) Here we are! This is the lobby. Fancy schmancy up in here ^^

????: Your names?

Izana: Is that Siegbert?!?! (He grasps Siegbert's shoulders and hugs him) Holy moly!! You're getting too big! Why are all the little ones growing up so quick?

Siegbert: Oh. Hi, Emperor Izana. (He sighs) Normally, I would have to restrain visitors that touch me. But I guess you are an exception. @_@

Izana: (He releases Siegbert and grins) I am?! That's real sweet of you! (He looks around the lobby) Hmmm! I love the music in here! (He nods) …… (He bobs up and down as the violins play) Uh huh! Uh huh! I'm into this right here!! (He dabs)

Siegbert: Eh? You… you seem to be dancing the wrong way. This type of music is for a waltz.

Izana: What was that Siegbert?! ^^(He dances around and backs up into Nox) Ooph-- (He turns around and holds onto Nox's shoulder) Gahaha!!! Oh my gawds, I'm sorry! :'''D …… I'm embarrassing?! Well oh well! I'm having myself a grand old time! (He laughs loudly)

butler: (He raises his brow at Izana) ….? It is that odd-mannered Emperor again.

butler 2: At least he livens this place up…

????: (She spots Izana and gasps) You. (She steps quickly over to Izana with her maids)

maids: (They follow ????)

Siegbert: Queen Rosie. (He salutes)

Izana: (He stops dancing) Rosie?!?! Where is she?! Where's my tall ol' gal?! ^3^

Rosie: (She approaches Izana and looms over him) Hello. I see you are enjoying my music.

Izana: Uh huh I am! (He grins up at Rosie) So how goes it in your kingdom honey?! You need anything?

Rosie: I do not require assistance.

Izana: Alrighty! Well if you need anything, just give me a shout!! I'm just next door!

Rosie: …… My voice can be loud, but I do not think you will hear it even if I shout in the direction of your palace…

Izana: You're right! Then just send me a letter! (He grins)

Rosie: Yes. I will do that… if I require assistance, then…. Thank you.

Izana: Sure, sure! Anytime!

Rosie: (She looks down at Nox) Who… are you.

Izana: Oh, this is Prince Nox! He's real cu-- er-- ahem-- He's real strong. Uh huh. ^///^; (He points up and nods)

Rosie: I see… That is a great quality for a prince to have. (She bows down to him and holds his hand) Prince… Nox. I am Queen Rosie of Fallwater.

Izana: o///3///o;;; /Phew… I didn't want to leave a weird impression of him on Rosie!! She's a queen after all…/

Rosie: (She stands tall and looms over Nox and Izana) I sense you have been near Ursula recently.

Izana: I have?! Oh, yeah, yeah! She lives in Queen Iris's kingdom! We were just there not too long ago! Mhm mhm!… ^^; Haha, honey, you can't still be trying to talk to her?

Rosie: (She looks down at Izana blankly) … Of course… I am. I like her and I want to be friends with her. What is wrong… with that.

Izana: o__o;;; Ah~ Welp, do what you want alright? ^^;; It ain't my say! I'll be out of your hair now! Bye bye!

Rosie: …….. Good bye…

– –

Sakurai: (He peeks in the dining hall and spots Heloise) Ah-- oh, there you are, I-I thought I might find you here-- (He gasps as Heloise tackles him) Ah, m-miss! Please, if I may request you wait a moment! x/////x (He gently pats Heloise's shoulder) Ahem… erm, I was perhaps wondering if you have ever heard of a thing called a date! (He salutes) M-ma'am! And if you have, perhaps, maybe we could, erm, g-go on one together! I would like to get to know you better… I am not very brave, so I respect you greatly. I admire such strength! (He salutes) Ma'am-- er-- miss Heloise! (He looks down and blushes) Er… wh-what do you mean, knight facade? I-I always act like this… I am sorry if it isn't to your liking. ;////; I am so sorry!! (He bows)

--

Kouta: Arthur… (He hugs Arthur) Arthur…!! ;; Y-you… you didn't… need to give yourself to Ursula for me!!-- (He was interrupted by Arthur) ……… (He cries) ;_; But… You're one of this kingdom's knights… Every one of you is so dear to me. (He squeezes Arthur) I'm sorry, Arthur…

Shigure: Kouta.

Kouta: (He turns to Shigure) Huh…?

Shigure: There's no use dwelling over things we can't control… And, Arthur is safe. But there is something you can do for him, right? (He smiles)

Kouta: …? Oh!! (He holds Arthur's hands) Yes. If you get hurt, I can still heal you… I-I'm still bad at it, kind of, but… um… I'll keep you safe… (He looks down) And everyone that helped me… I'm going to do whatever it takes to keep you safe… I'm going to better my ethereal healing… I promise… (He tears up)

Shigure: That's right. (He smiles)

Kouta: (He smiles at Arthur and wipes his eyes) Thank you, Arthur… you're far braver and amazing than you think… and you are a great knight. Even if you don't think so… I do…

Kei: Heh heh. He's right, bro! (He slaps Arthur's back roughly)

Kouta: And I-I must thank Ursula… though she is a bit frightening… she did save my life…

Kei: She was cool! Man, I thought she would eat me. I almost shat myself! ^^ (He rests his arms behind his head)

Shigure: (He facepalms) Kei, we are in a royal palace… please watch your language.

Kei: Oh yeah, sorry. Heh.

Kouta: Hm… /That reminds me… Juliet… is definitely Xalvador's wife. I wonder if somehow the ring could…/ (He takes the ring with the blue stone from his finger and looks at it) … (He smiles at Xalvador and puts the ring into his hand) It wouldn't hurt to try and give this to Juliet… Maybe it will help her remember something about you. (He shakes his head as Xalvador speaks) No, no, Xalvador… I know you gave this ring to me, but if it can help, then please try it… (He nods) I want you two to remember each other and be happy… You've been apart for too long… You must try and get her to wear it somehow. (He smiles)

Kei: (He looks at Lougenia) ……. Bro… She's… adorable!

Shigure: (He pinches Kei's ear) No. She's far too young.

Kei: Ow ow! @_@ Hey man, I didn't say anything about that! I just said she's adorable! Like, ya know… she reminds me of our little sister.

Shigure: …… (He releases Kei's ear) That's true. (He looks down)

Kouta: (He frowns) It's been 3 years… I hope she's doing well wherever she is…

Kei: (He rubs the back of his head) Yeah… Her and mom were the best. It's a hard thing to swallow.

Shigure: … I believe it would be best to change this topic.

Kouta: I agree… (He blinks as Lougenia approaches him) Oh, is there something wrong?……… My… my outfit…? (He looks down at his outfit) A-ah!! I forgot… @//////@ I'm so embarrassed… (He covers his chest) Oh… (He looks at Lougenia as she compliments him) O-oh… well… thank you, dear… ;//;'

Shigure: (He smiles) If you'd like to change, I've brought your clothes. (He hands him a bag)

Kouta: Thank you, Shigure… I'll be right back…! (He holds the bag and runs into the back room)

Kei: Aw, man… ._.

Shigure: (He eyes Kei) >>' Kei.

Kei: What! I liked that outfit. It was nice! I'm being for real dude!

Shigure: (He shakes his head) You are an open book.

Kouta: (He walks back out in his sweater and pants) Mm… ^^

Shigure: (He looks around and furrows his brow) … I can't help but wonder where Somnus went.

Kouta: Um, right… where's father…? He's gone…

Gale: (He holds onto Kouta and sniffles) Who cares!! He probably left because he was ashamed of his nasty self! And he got wrecked by Xalvador! Serves him right, that stupid-- (He growls) ._. Anyway, you're alive and that's all that matters!!!! Ursula isn't bad is she?! She saved you!!

Kouta: I-I guess, but… (He looks over at Peter sadly) …

Gale: (He looks at Peter) …? What's wrong big bro? (He looks at Kouta)

Kouta: I'll be right back, Gale… (He kisses Gale's head)

Gale: (He releases Kouta) Mm. o-o

Kouta: (He walks over to Peter and gently pats his shoulder) Peter, can you come with me for a minute…? (He holds Peter's hand gently and leads him outside) …… (He releases Peter's hand and walks into the garden with him) Um, I just wanted to talk to you for a minute… Peter, are you g-going to die…? I don't want you to die… If Ursula… does that to you next year…  (He holds Peter's hands) I know it isn't my place to say…  (He looks down as Peter speaks) ……  And I know you don't have a choice… But… if you die, I'm going to bring you back. I owe your clan my entire life… I'm not going to let you die… nor anyone from your clan. (He hugs Peter tightly) Th-this year… I'm going to train my ethereal healing abilities as hard as I can. (He releases Peter and strokes his face) Your life is so precious… it's something that can't be replaced… and you are worth so much… (He smiles) Um… is that okay? I-I don't want to do anything you don't want me to… but… (He blinks and looks at Peter) Oh… Your face is so nice, Peter. I've never seen you up close… (He takes his hand away) Eh…? D-did my touch make you uncomfortable? I'm sorry… I have a habit of doing it thanks to my mom… ^//^' (He looks at Peter) Um, by the way, I know we don't see each other around the palace very often, but I am able to see you when you're cooking in your kitchen… from the palace balcony. Sometimes Rudy and I sit there and watch you cook dinner. I-it's a little embarrassing… (He blushes) But you're very skilled. I wonder if you could help me learn… ^^

Rayth: (He zooms over to them) KOUTAAA-- Whoa-- WHOA, TOO FUCKIN FAST!! KAHH, WATCH OUT! O__O (He crashes into Kouta and Peter)

Kouta: Rayth..?! @^@ (He holds onto Peter)

Rayth: (He falls down) Gah!! … (He floats up) Keh! This stupid fucking tail! It's shit! =^=' (He flicks his ghost tail) …… (He looks at Peter and Kouta on the ground) o_o …… Oh. Sorry.

Kouta: Um, ow… (He sits up and looks at Peter) … (He blushes) … /I-I fell onto him…/ (He stares at Peter) /…? What's…? This feeling… it's just so different… I feel my core getting really warm--?/ (He gasps as a bright light shines from them both) Eh…? Fusion……?!! @///////////////@''

Rayth: AHH!! @__@ (He backs away quickly as Kouta and Peter fuse together)

?????: (He fuses together and floats into the air) ………… (He floats down gently) ……… (He opens his eyes slowly as his hair falls over his face) ……

Rayth: (He stares up at ?????) O___O Uhhhhh…

?????: (He looks down at Rayth) Ah…?

Rayth: (He floats up) … (He looks up and down at ?????) …….. (He points at him) …… Wh… what the fuck is going on in here on this day?? e__e'

?????: I-I… I don't know. (He fiddles all four of his hands together) … (He jumps as he realizes the two sets of arms) Ah!!

Rayth: Pfff-- Hold… hold on, hold on... You two… You two fused! Are you fucking shitting my nuts!!! (He points at ?????) Kahahahahaha!!! xD You know what that means, right?! Peter and Kouta loooove each other!! You two are in fucking love aren't you! >:D (He waves his ghost tail) And you're a pretty cute fusion together too like damn… ._.

?????: P-please!! I'm not sure how this happened! ;//; I-I didn't mean to… Oh no… what have I done? But I wasn't controlling it! Hold on a minute… What exactly just happened? I feel so strange… Who… am I? (He holds up both sets of his arms and looks at them) ……

Rayth: (He grins and shows his sharp teeth) Kah! Allow me to explain! (He floats up to ?????) So, you surely know elements can fuse like gems can, right? Well, Kouta's element is different! He can fuse with anyone and any living thing! >:D Like mine and Gale's can too. We're all ethereal elements. Like, I'm a ghost element, Kouta's a sleeping element, and Gale's… I don't know his. =_= It's probably not important.

?????: (He smiles) Gale is a combination of mechanical and poison elements. … Wait, how did I know that?…

Rayth: Yeah, yeah? You guys are sharing thoughts now.

?????: I see… (He looks at his hands) ……. But it is relaxing to be in this form together. It's so strange, even though we hardly know each other. How did we fuse so well?

Rayth: Kah, who knows? Maybe Kouta wanted to secretly buttfuck Peter all along. =_= I mean, he watches Peter when he's cooking in the kitchen from the balcony. That's probably the gayest thing I've ever heard.

?????: ……… (He covers his face with his top set of hands) Please don't say such crude things… Q///////Q

Rayth: o_o Riiiiight, so what's your name now anyway? Obviously you've gotta have one since you exist.

Courtesy: Oh, yes… I'm Courtesy. I'm a brand new element. Isn't that exciting? ^^ (He thinks) …… I'm not sure how I knew that either, though.

Rayth: Huh… Courtesy? =_= That's… (His eyes widen) O_O No… (He points at Courtesy) No! You're not brand new at all!! You're a fucking ancient element from like 2 million years ago! @___@ I remember now!

Courtesy: Eh?…… Ancient? Ah, Rayth, have you been studying? I'm so proud of you. ^^

Rayth: Y-yeah I've been studying, so what?! =//=' Bro, I'm fucking serious!! You're the ancient ethereal element of Courtesy! That element is the one that saved the ethereal planet from going to shit by sacrificing his life! This is huge… oh-oh my god… Yasu's gonna flip… Where's Yasu?!! Is he not freaking the fuck out right now?!!

Courtesy: Oh… yes. I can feel him being happy. He's very happy. Are… are we that special…? But why us?

Rayth: Keh, don't ask me… All I know is that Courtesy wasn't a pure element, so this makes sense.  Courtesy was part ethereal element and part something else that no one knew. Maybe it was Peter's ancestor. Or his past self. Maybe it was Kouta and Peter's past selves or something. Who knows? There are a million possibilities. =_=

Courtesy: (He thinks) ……… Hm… that could be. Rayth, you're very smart.

Rayth: What the fuck-- Don't compliment me! Dammit… th-thanks… e///e'

Courtesy: ^^

Rayth: So, anyway, I wonder what kind of powers you have. I wonder if you have the same ones that Courtesy had! >:D Courtesy could heal an entire kingdom with just one touch! His healing abilities were the absolute raddest!

Courtesy: O-oh, really? I wonder if I could do that.

Rayth: We'll find out eventually… but for now, why don't you guys try and unfuse? Everyone's gonna flip the fuck out way hard if they see you.  .___.

Courtesy: Ah… I'll try and unfuse. Let's sit down… (He sits down and folds his legs) Um… let's see… how can I do this? I feel too… comfortable to unfuse.

Rayth: You need something to be uncomfortable?? I can try. Here we go. =_=

Courtesy: (He blinks) Umm… actually--

Rayth: So, you guys know that when elements fuse together it's a form of romantic intimacy, right?

Courtesy: (He blushes) .//////.' …

Rayth: Like, Peter and Kouta, you guys are basically buttfucking right now. Just straight up-- ._.

Courtesy: P-please…! Do not lie. @//////@'

Rayth: I'm serious! e_e You guys are practically in bed, right now, fucking each other! I'm just stating a fact. =_=

Courtesy: I-I can't listen to any more… I'm sorry. (He covers his ears)

Rayth: Kah! Don't cover your damn ears! =___= I'm talking here!

Courtesy: (He uncovers his ears) I'm sorry, Rayth… Wait no! Ah… what should I do? I can't just be rude and cover my ears. This is a dilemma…

Rayth: You're Courtesy all right. Wow… … Anyway, as I was saying. You guys aren't a bad pair actually. Huh… (He puts his hand to his chin and thinks) But I wonder who has the bigger dick?--

Courtesy: @///////////@ –--!! OuUUegh-- (His face and body becomes deformed as he starts to unfuse)

Rayth: Keh, that did it???… o_o

Kouta: (He falls next to Peter as they unfuse) Ah… @//@

Rayth: So, that was an “accident” eh? e_e

Kouta: (He stands up and fiddles with his hands) I-it honestly… truly, was… .////.' I'm so sorry, Peter… (He helps Peter up) I hope I didn't get you into trouble somehow… (He looks at Peter) Eh… Are you sure? You won't get into any trouble with Ursula or anything…? (He sighs in relief) I'm so glad…

Rayth: Suuuure… You guys aren't gay at all. =__= What, was it love at first potato slice when you watched him cook dinner?

Kouta: Rayth… ;//////;'' (He buries his face in his sleeves)

Rayth: Anyway, you know I was kidding about the whole fusion being romantic intimacy, right? =3=

Kouta: Yes, I did… @///@; But I do not think Peter knew…

Rayth: Welp, yeah. I was just fucking around. Sorry. o__o; Anyway, let's try and figure things out… Like why you're a 2 million year old element when fused together? =_='

Kouta: (He looks at Peter) ……That's true, but…  I'm sorry… I don't know a thing… I hardly know anything about my own element. Um… we should really consult the ethereal princess together. She is very kind… She is around 17 million years old. Which is quite young for a pure ethereal element… Um, also, she is bit of a… character. owo;

Rayth: She's so weird! What kind of princess acts like that? e__e; She also treats me like a kid. And she's technically kid herself! =n=

Kouta: Well, she is the element of merriment… I like her a lot. ^^ So, I wonder how we could call her here...?

????: (She appears in a pink smoke and bounces) Hiyaaaaa!! ^O^ No need to call me! I already heard everything and SAW everything, and HEARD everything, and-- wait I already said that! Oh! KOUTA!! (She hugs Kouta and Peter) WOW! It's been SO long! :D Who is your friend?! (She smiles at Peter) Peter?! You're Peter??? I'm so glad to meet you!! ^o^

Kouta: (He hugs ????) Oh, you're here… ^^ Hello, princess Merry…

Merry: (She squeezes Kouta and Peter) Like hi Kouta! ^w^ (She backs away from Peter and Kouta and folds her arms) So. Kouta… you and Peter are COURTESY?! (She slaps her face and gasps) OMG! (She jumps up and down) WOW!!! That's so super duper uper amazing!! :D

Kouta: Um, actually, that is why we wanted to summon you… owo

Rayth: Yeah, we have no idea what these two even have to do with each other! =_=

Merry: Hee hee hee! I can't tell you! :'3 But… ooooh… (She trembles and bounces) Oooooooh!! I'm so excited I could just SCREAM!! >w< AHH!!!!!

Rayth: Hey! Answer the question! You know everything don't you?! =___=

Merry: (She spins around) Gahhhh! Yeah, I totally do! ;v; But I can't tell you! I really, reeeeeally can't!!!! Q___Q

Rayth: Fine. Just answer me this, are Kouta and Peter just destined to buttfuck each other or something? e_e

Kouta: @///////@;;;

Merry: Like wow! First of all Rayth, language!!! D: Second of all, turn that frown upside down!! I swear I have like never seen you smile in your life! :S

Rayth: =_=

Merry: Third of all, I still can't say anything! ^o^

Kouta: But… why…?

Merry: (She bounces as Peter speaks) Teeheeheehee!!! Sorry, but I reeeally can't tell! I would get in huuuuuuuuuuuge trouble with the ethereal queen, my mom! :'D I'll tell you everything once you figure it out on your own! ^^

Kouta: (He blinks) …. I see…

Rayth: What the shit? That's bullshit. =n=

Merry: (She pats Kouta and Peter and bounces) Okie dokie, just tell me when you figure it out! It's soooo easy, you'll figure it out in no time! :3

Kouta: Really…..? (He turns to Peter) Well, okay… Let's do our best then… :<

Merry: Totally! ^3^ Okie dokie, excuse me folks! I'm going to snoop around your castle! :3 I'm hungry!! (She bounces off) Oooh, I wonder if I could find some cake or some cupcakes or some poundcake or some ice cream cake or--(She bounces into the castle while talking to herself)

Rayth: =__= Does she ever stop talking??

Kouta: Hehe… ^^

– –

Tohru: (He turns red looks away from Budo) …W-we study alchemy… a-and we also practice witchcraft… P-please excuse me… (He sits in the seat across from Shin)

Aya: =u='

Tohru: (He takes out an application and gives it to Shin) Please fill out this club application form. We're going to accept you right away...

Aya: Phew! We were really suffering! We had like no members… We might have been shut down next week. :O Oh right, Tohru, the initiation ceremony! Initiation ceremony! ^_^

Tohru: Th-the what… (He sweats)

Aya: You know! The thing you did to me!

Tohru: …Oh… Yes. Wh-where is my book…

Aya: I put it right here! (She takes a book from the shelf and hands it to Tohru) Anyway, don't worry Shin! It's not that bad really. You'll just feel a little pinch! ^^

Tohru: (He leads Shin to center of the pentagram) Are… are you ready… (He opens his book)

Aya: (She claps as Shin agrees) Woot woot! Stand back everyone!

Tohru: (He sweats and holds Shin's hand) Okay… w-we have to hold hands.

Aya: Haha, isn't Tohru's hand so sweaty? xD

Tohru: Ngh…. .//.

Aya: Sorry. I'll be quiet. ^^;

Tohru: ….. (He stares at the book) Oriens splendor lucis aeternae… et Lucifer justitae, veni… (His eyes turn completely white) --et illumine sedentes in tenebris… et umbra mortis…

Aya: (She grins as Shin's eyes turn white) Wow :D Is that what happened to me too? (She blinks as the pentagram glows)

Tohru: (He closes the book quickly and looks at Shin) …… (He blinks) … I-it's done… W-welcome… H… hehe… (He smiles crookedly) Hehe… A new member… Thanks…

Aya: There he goes again ^^; Hey Tohru, you can let go of his hand.

Tohru: !! (He releases Shin's hand) ……

Aya: (She smiles and approaches Shin with Budo and the others) Anyway, welcome! You'll have lots of fun with us Shin!

Tohru: …… (He sneaks out of the room when everyone was distracted) … ._.'

Aya: (She takes the application as Shin finishes writing) Thanks! I'll get this to the student council tomorrow. (She sets the paper down)

????: (He knocks on the occult clubroom door)

Aya: I got it! (She opens the door) Hm? (She looks up at ????) Nagito-senpai?? What are you doing here? @_@ You tall bastard.

Nagito: Hi. (He smiles) I'm not in any clubs, so the vice principal wants me to work with you all.

Aya: Man, really? You? =_=; (She shrugs) Guess we have no choice. o_o

Nagito: (He smiles) Sorry, I guess you're disappointed, huh? (He smiles at Budo) Ah, Budo-san. You're the captain of your club, aren't you? What an honor… I'll try not to get in your way.

Aya: (She claps) Okay, let's get started everyone! We need suggestions so we can start building for our culture festival event.

Nagito: (He looks around) I thought Tohru-san would be the one planning things with us. Since he's the leader, right?

Aya: Yeah, he's GONNA participate at least! >:T Wherever he is… (She glares around) … Grrr… he ran off again.

Nagito: He ran off? Why is that?

Aya: Wh-who knows? Haha! =w=; Anyway… my plan! (She hands everyone a piece of paper and a pen) You boys start writing down ideas! Got it?? I came prepared. (She takes a box from the closet and sets it out) I already put my paper in there. You guys better not disappoint me! :D We'll take a look at everyone's ideas!

Nagito: (He sits across from Shin and writes on the paper) ………… (He looks at Shin) Hi, Shin. Did you join the occult club?…… I can tell you have a natural talent for this kind of thing… (He stares at Shin) …Somehow.

Aya: Hey, Nagito-senpai and Shin! Are you going to stare at each other all day or are you going to put your papers in the damn box?? e_e

Nagito: Haha… is that what was happening? (He walks over to the box and puts his paper in) Here you go.

Aya: Great! (She nods as Shin puts his paper in) Okay, now all we're missing is Tohru's! Of course! (She taps her foot) … So, who's going to go look for him? >_>' Nagito-senpai, go do it.

Nagito: I'll see what I can do. I can't guarantee I'll be useful, though.

Aya: Sure you will! :D Also, if you find him, tell him that I'll just lead for now. Since he clearly can't. I don't want to overwhelm him. That guy is a ball of anxiety… .__.

Nagito: Sure. Then, I'll be off. (He walks out)

Aya: (She takes the box as Budo hands it to her) Thank you kindly, now let's see everyone's ideas! :D We'll just start without Tohru. I'm sure he doesn't care. =w= (She shakes the box) Aaaaand-- (She pulls one out and reads it) Nagito-senpai's! He put… “Bonfire”?! Well… er, maybe? =_= Is that even allowed? Let's see what else… (She puts Nagito's paper back in the box) And! (She pulls out a paper and reads it) Hah?! Nagito-senpai's again?! (She puts it back in the box and shuffles the papers around) Okay, aaand-- (She pulls a paper out and reads it) Nagito-senpai's?!?! >:C This is getting really old. (She puts the paper back in and shuffles the papers thoroughly) ….. e_e (She pulls out a paper and reads it) …… =_____= Of course it's his again. I give up. (She crumbles Nagito's paper and throws it away) Now, let's see what everyone else came up with! Finally! ^^ (She shuffles the papers around)

–

/5:00 PM/

Nagito: … (He walks down the hallway) …… (He hears something from the janitor's closet) …? (He puts his ear to the door) …

Tohru: Gr--! … (He slices a limb off of Megami's corpse) …….

Nagito: Tohru-san, are you in there? (He opens the door and sees Megami's dead body) …….? (He walks in then shuts the door) …………….

Tohru: (He gasps) ……U-uh…!!!! Nagito-senpai? N-n-no, you-- you c-can't… t-tell… p-please!! (He trembles)

Nagito: (He smirks) ……Ha?… I won't tell anyone. If I did, there wouldn't be a mystery to solve…

Tohru: E-eh…?!

Nagito: Ahaha… Look at what you've done, Tohru-san. (He points at Megami's corpse) It's perfect! Finally! (He smiles insanely) Tohru-san… thank you. (He holds Tohru's shoulders) From the bottom of my heart, thank you!

Tohru: Wh-wha??… (He holds his meat cleaver closely and trembles) Nagito-senpai???… Y-you're being… w-weird…

Nagito: (He kneels down to Megami's corpse) Wow. (His eyes become distorted) Hahaha! This is truly awful.

Tohru: Wh-wh-what do you want from me??? G-geez… (He sweats)

Nagito: Oh, right. I want to be your accomplice. I'll help you cover up everything. (He stands up) You can even kill me afterward, if you want.

Tohru: (He holds his head) Rgh… what are you talking about? Why would you say that… And what happened to you? You used to be normal… k-kind of…

Nagito: Ah… I guess I should explain myself, huh?

Tohru: (He backs away from Nagito) Y-you… do you get satisfaction from things like this or s-something??

Nagito: …… I see… So that's what you think… (He smiles) But, that's not it at all. This is just the perfect opportunity for everyone to shine!

Tohru: What are you saying…?

Nagito: You see… I truly love hope. I want it to succeed. I want everyone to prove to me that hope will never lose, no matter how daunting the despair they face may seem. (He smiles insanely) And for someone insignificant like me to become that foundation… it's just such an honor!

Tohru: You say all that, but… I… I still do not get you… at all… (He holds his head in his hands)

Nagito: You don't? That's fine... I really don't mind… I'm really just an obsessed fanboy.

Tohru: Ngh…???? Anyway, I need to… c-clean this up… (He continues chopping off Megami's limbs)

Nagito: All right. After this, we should put her in the incinerator, don't you think?

Tohru: … Fine… But I don't get why you are helping me… (He looks away from Nagito)

Nagito: Don't worry. It'll all make sense in the end.

Tohru: R-really… Don't you have anything to lose??

Nagito: Me?… Not at all.

Tohru: … Y-you must have something… You don't have to help me. I don't want to get you in trouble… @_@; (He bites his nail)

Nagito: (He smiles) It doesn't matter. Don't waste your time worrying over me.

Tohru: Nghhh… Fine… but don't blame me if you get caught…

Nagito: I have my doubts about this anyway… This school is so average… It's pathetic. Megami-san will probably just be considered missing if this goes well.

Tohru: R-really…

Nagito: Yeah, really. (He takes Megami's student ID from her body and puts it in his pocket) Hey… For someone like Megami-san to get killed… it's such a waste, don't you think? She had such potential.

Tohru: Grh… (He shakes his head) P-please shut up, Nagito-senpai… I'm going to be nauseous…

Nagito: …….. (He smiles and holds up a large trash bag)

Tohru: (He sighs and puts the limbs into the bag) .__.'

–

/6:00 PM/

Nagito: (He waits outside of the bathroom) ……………

Tohru: (He walks out of the bathroom with Nagito's spare uniform on) I-it's… way too big for me…

Nagito: ……………………………………

Tohru: (He looks at Nagito) What…… what is it. @_@; (He buttons up the shirt)

Nagito: ………..Oh, sorry. Am I allowed to talk again?

Tohru: !!!! I forgot… I t-told you to stop talking… Fine…

Nagito: Great. Everyone should still be in the occult clubroom… What will you do?

Tohru: I don't know… Nagito-senpai, are you going to… my clubroom??

Nagito: Ah, right. I'll be working with you all in this culture festival. The vice principal wanted me to. Isn't that interesting? But who knew I would be helping you with a murder, too?

Tohru: Urrr… B-bad luck… This is bad luck… (He facepalms) I'm going to puke… What if they find us out… what if… wh-what if… urgh…

Nagito: There's no need to worry. I've got something planned. (He opens his bag and shows it to Tohru) See? These are bombs. I'm going to plant them in the gymnasium tonight.

Tohru: (He backs away from Nagito) WH-what?!! Ahhh--- wh-whaat…??? (He trembles and sweats) Y-you can't… N-no!

Nagito: …………. (He sighs) … Hmmm.

Tohru: Wh-what… (He bites his nail) What?? W-was it something I said…

Nagito: It's just… that's such a boring reaction coming from you. Didn't you just murder someone in cold blood? (He closes his bag)

Tohru: Wha-wha?? Y-you… you… you're scary…

Nagito: Huh? Really? (He laughs) A murderer thinks… I'm scary?

Tohru: .___. Why are you blowing up the gymnasium… (He fidgets)

Nagito: First of all, I was going to do it regardless of whether or not I ran into you murdering Megami-san. So there's that… but I guess this will distract everyone, right? So, in a way, I'm helping you too.

Tohru: I-I can't… believe this… (He trembles and pulls on his hair) Urgh… Bombs… s-someone like you in the possession of bombs… (He holds his head) Wh-why you… why did I have to meet you…

Nagito: So, Tohru-san? Are you going to leave?

Tohru: … Nghh… no… (He blushes) I have someone I need to… f-follow…

Nagito: Oh, really?… You're a stalker, huh? Might that have something to do with the person you just killed?

Tohru: Fngh… (He trembles and sweats) Wh-what would you know about loving someone so much… that you would kill anyone that got in your way of them? (He grips his fist) Megami-san… was in the way of my senpai. S-so I… got rid of her. It's as simple as that….

Nagito: (He furrows his brow) I don't understand… what you're saying.

Tohru: You don't understand?… (He smiles crookedly and blushes) Is… is  that because you don't have anyone to love? Is it because you're also someone who isn't accepted by anyone?… What a pity. I feel sorry for you…

Nagito: !! ….

Tohru: My senpai… is amazing… (He holds his stomach) I-I'm going to throw up just thinking about him! That's how much… I love him. (He blushes) H-he… accepts me… and forgives me… I've never felt like this about anyone… This is… wh-what love feels like! And… I-I'll do anything… for that feeling…

Nagito: ……… You lost me halfway through… sorry.

Tohru: Oh, really? Well, I… I don't understand your “hope” nonsense… so I suppose that makes us even… doesn't it… (He fidgets)

Nagito: (He sighs) Yeah, you're right, Tohru-san. (He approaches the clubroom with Tohru) Anyway… make sure you play along when I lie to everyone.

Tohru: …… Ngh….

Nagito: (He knocks on the clubroom door and opens it) Hi, everyone. I found him.

Aya: About fuckin' time!!-- I-I mean… You guys took forever! ^^; Ahem.

Tohru: (He looks away from everyone) T-terribly sorry… I'm so sorry…

Nagito: (He smiles) I found Tohru-san vomiting in the bathroom. So I brought him my spare uniform, then waited with him until he felt better. Sorry it took so long.

Aya: Well, damn Tohru. -__- You just had to puke. Why didn't you say anything?

Tohru: (He fiddles with his hands) …….. I don't know. (He keeps his eyes averted from Budo as he speaks to him) …….. I'm… f-fine……..

Aya: (She shrugs) Welp, I'm not gonna make you lead if you're sick too. Hey!! Can't we even come up with one idea that doesn't completely suck! (She folds her arms) Mine even sucks! And I can't think of any more. :C

Nagito: Oh, what did you think of mine? (He smiles)

Aya: No!! (She points at Nagito) You don't get to come up with ideas anymore! =_='

Nagito: That's a little unfair.

Aya: Your luck is really freaking bullshit. Your paper got pulled out of the box every time I picked, so I had to throw it away in the end! It was weird! e_e

Nagito: It did? That's just something I have to live with. Like, for instance… winning the lottery is an everyday thing for me, and things like that.

Aya: What the hell? @_@ Scratch my lottery tickets for me! (She points at Nagito)

Nagito: (He laughs) Sure, if you want?…

Aya: Fuck yes!! ;_; (She stomps and fist pumps)

Nagito: Er, don't hold me to that, Aya-san… They could end up being completely worthless. I also have extremely bad luck, you know?

Aya: I'm going for it anyway!!!

Tohru: ………. (He trembles as Budo touches his shoulder) ………/N-no… s-senpai is touching me a-again…/ (He sweats and blushes deeply) /I'm gonna die… I'm gonna die I'm gonna die I'm gonna die I'm gonna die I'm--/ (He looks away from Budo as he speaks) …??… No, I… I… I'm… sorry… I'm s-such a disappointment to you… I-I d-don't deserve to even be in your presence… (He starts to walk out)

Nagito: (He looks at Budo) …? /I see… so he was Tohru-san's motive…/

Aya: (She grabs Tohru and sighs) Look, if no one has any ideas, we're just going to have to think about it over the weekend and meet up again on Monday. ^_^; The festival isn't for another 2 weeks, anyway.

Nagito: I think that's a good idea.

Aya: Yep! Okay, let's all walk home together! Yay friends! :3 (She grabs her bag) Ah! I can't wait to get some training in! I'm gonna lift weights in the gymnasium tonight! ^^

Tohru: G-gymnasium… (He sweats)

Nagito: … Is that so?…

Aya: (She points at Budo, Ryu and Reiji as they speak) Yeah! Are you guys going too? Great! :D See you there! I'll be there at around 9! (She pats Shin's back) You should go with us too, Shin. And you too, Tohru. You're both twigs. =_=

Tohru: ….. I… c-can't…… (He fidgets)

Aya: Ha??? Why not? =^=

Nagito: (He thinks for a moment) …/That's going to be a problem… I was going to plant the bombs at that time…/ …

Aya: (She looks at Nagito) …. What's wrong? o_o

Nagito: Hm? Nothing. Let's go, then. (He picks up his bag and walks outside with everyone)

Aya: (She glares at Nagito suspiciously) e__e ……? Huh. (She walks with everyone on the sidewalk)

Tohru: (He sweats as Budo and Ryu walk near him) ………..

–

Aya: (She stops as they near a neighborhood) Alright, this is my neighborhood! (She looks at Reiji, Ryu and Budo) Oh, you guys, too? Well, isn't it a small world. :D Well, I guess this is where most everyone in the school lives. ^^;

Tohru: (He fidgets) …………

Aya: Tohru, you and I are working on our project at my house. Let's go. ^^ (She grabs him and whispers) //I know you're hiding something.// >_>

Tohru: .___.;;

Nagito: ….. (He smiles) Then, I'll continue on with Shin. If I'm not mistaken, we live in the same neighborhood.

Tohru: /Urgh… Be careful, Shin…/

Aya: Great!! (She grins and waves at Nagito and Shin as she walks off with everyone) Bye bye!

Nagito: (He smiles and waves at them) …………………. (He continues walking with Shin) …………… (He looks down at Shin as he speaks) Hm? Sure, I remember you, Shin…  (He stares at Shin) …….You seem uncomfortable. Is it because I'm your upperclassman? (He blinks) …… It's not that?…….. (He stares at Shin as he speaks) ………  Friends? Ah, what should I do? I'm so happy. I'm thankful, Shin..  I'd like to be friends with you, too. (He smiles at Shin's reaction) What's with that face?… No, I don't dislike it at all. It's a nice face to look at… (He stops and takes out his keys as they approach his house) Well, this is my stop… see you later.

–

Aya: (She writes in her notebook then looks at Tohru) ……. So? What are you hiding? You better let me in on it >_>

Tohru: Ngh… I w-was going to trail Budo-senpai… Why did you bring me here…

Aya: Yeah, yeah, I figured, but I just wanna know. Who did you kill? ^^

Tohru: !!!… (He looks down) …. I-I killed... Megami-san… I put her in the incinerator…

Aya: …. HA!!! Ahahahahahaha!! (She snorts) Wow, no way! :D

Tohru: Yes, but, also… Nagito-senpai… helped me get rid of evidence… a-and… he… he's dangerous! (He pulls his hair) O-oh god, he's gonna… blow up the gymnasium tonight… Oh god… oh god…

Aya: Nagito-senpai?!! I knew he seemed suspicious e_e; … W-wait… the gymnasium? Tonight??? ^^; Uhh…

Tohru: (He looks at Aya) Wh-what? What? @__@;

Aya: Well, it's just… Me and those other guys were gonna exercise together at the gymnasium tonight, ya know… o__o;

Tohru: H… hahh… (He covers his face) Oh no… B-Budo-senpai… is in danger… what do we do??? Hngh… (He sweats and pulls on his hair)

Aya: Hey, calm down? ^^;; (She shakes Tohru)

Tohru: We… we… have to tie him up… or something…

Aya: No, no, we have to--… Hmm, you know what? Maybe you're right. >_>; To be honest, I don't really care… but since Budo-senpai is in danger, I guess I should help, huh? ^^' I don't really wanna get on your shit list, Tohru!

Tohru: (He facepalms) Fine… let's go…

–

/8:30 PM/

Nagito: (He opens the gymnasium doors and walks in) ……Now then… --?! (He was grabbed by Aya)

Aya: All right, I got him! >:C (She jumps up and pulls Nagito down by his neck)

Nagito: (He kneels down as Aya grabbed him) Uh… what are you doing?

Tohru: (He trembles) S-sorry, but… we're going to tie you up…

Nagito: (He looks at Tohru) Tie me up?

Aya: (She takes out a rope and ties him up) There! There's no use struggling! (She ties up his hands)

Nagito: But I'm not struggling.

Aya: …….Huh? @_@; What the hell? You're being strangely cooperative.

Nagito: (He looks at Tohru and Aya) …….. You guys are really disappointing… How long are you going to continue behaving so shortsightedly?

Aya: Huh?… What are you talking about?? e_e;

Nagito: It's fine if you don't understand… In any case, you caught me in the act. So? What are you going to do to me now? Something terrible? That's wonderful. I'm totally up for it.

Aya: (She growls and ties his legs together) No! I don't know! =_=; Don't make me glue your mouth shut!

Tohru: ….. (He fidgets) …

Nagito: Say… Did you tell on me, Tohru-san? Don't worry. It's fine… I'm not the type of guy to hold grudges.

Tohru: Rghh… (He bites his nail) Wh-why did you even tell me in the first place if you didn't want to get caught…

Nagito: … (He looks at Tohru) I think…. Somewhere deep in my heart… I was probably hoping you would stop my evil deeds.

Tohru: Eh…? R-really--?

Nagito: (He smiles) Well, I bet if that were really my reason, at least you would feel sorry for me.

Tohru: (He clenches his jaw and trembles) Y-you… Fngh… I'll s-stab youuu… (He grips his fist)

Aya: Don't listen to him, Tohru. He's really asking to get his mouth permanently glued shut. =_____=' (She looks down at Nagito) So….. Now what do we do with him? o_o;

Tohru: B-Budo-senpai and his friends are going to be here soon, aren't they…

Aya: Shit, you're right. Uhhh… (She looks around) …Here! Hrgggh--- (She picks up Nagito and carries him)

Nagito: Oh-- You're strong, Aya-san. I'm impressed.

Aya: Shut the hell up, you lanky wavy hair bastard!! =m=; You're heavier than you look! Tohru, open up the equipment closet! @_@

Tohru: Wh-wha?… O-okay, but… (He opens the closet) Are we just going to leave him there…?

Aya: Eh… someone'll find him eventually… o-o; (She throws Nagito into the closet and brushes her hands off)

Nagito: (He looks up at them) Well, just to let you know… it's pointless of you to stop me. If you stop me now, it doesn't matter. I will never give up. (He smiles)

Aya: Why?! God you're confusing! =__= You used to be kind of normal, now you're all blowing shit up. I don't get it.

Nagito: Like I said, it's fine that you don't… Anyway, go ahead and leave me here. I won't call for help.

Tohru: .______.' Wha???… But…

Aya: Seriously? What are you planning? e_e;

Nagito: Nothing at all… I'm just making it fair. You didn't tell anyone about the bombs. I won't tell anyone you tied me up.

Aya: Alright then. =_= Yeesh. (She shuts the door) He turned really freaking weird'o all of a sudden. Anyway… we should leave, Tohru. >__>;

Tohru: I-I don't know about this… we should come back for Nagito-senpai if he isn't at school on Monday… shouldn't we?…

Aya: I guess we'll have to if nobody finds him. ^^;

Tohru: Urghhh… (He pulls on his hair) I still don't know… (He looks around) Wh-where are the… bombs…?

Aya: (She looks around) …… Hm? Did he even bring them? (She slams the equipment closet open and steps on Nagito) Hey!! Where the hell are those bombs?! e_e

Nagito: Oof… You noticed? I wasn't planning on using them just yet.

Aya: Seriously?! Urgh, where are they then?? If you don't tell me, I'll torture you. =_=

Nagito: Hmm…

Aya: Hm??? Spill it!! (She pulls Nagito up by his hair)

Nagito: ……They aren't here, nor have I activated them. Will that answer do?

Aya: Hah?! You wanna get tortured?!

Nagito: Sure. I'm up for anything you want, Aya-san.

Aya: Haaah?! @//@ If you weren't a pretty boy I'd kick you in the face. e_e (She releases Nagito's hair and drops him) Forget it. We don't have time for this.

Tohru: …We should leave… B-before senpai gets here…

Aya: You're right. And we need to get someone to keep a close eye on this weirdo in the meantime. =_= But we're leaving him here.

Tohru: (He looks at Nagito then looks way) … /I don't trust him at all…/

Nagito: See you later.

Aya: Now then!! (She slams the equipment closet shut) Let's get out of here. @_@ (She grabs Tohru's arm and runs out)

– –

Xiaoli: (He feels his forehead and blushes) Rghhh… Y-you… .////.' Fine. But I will not be small the next time we meet. (He glares up at Miyoshi) I will be just as tall as you. If not taller!

Yukko: Man, are you sure you can keep that promise? :'D

Xiaoli: Yes!! >:C

Yukko: If you say so o3o;

Xiaoli: (He looks away from Miyoshi) And… I-I accept your apology. Of course you did not mean it. You are used to things like this. I am not. You just did not know that… S-so. It is not your fault. .n.'

Lei: Heh. ^^

Xiaoli: (He turns away and puts Miyoshi's card in his pocket) >////n////>;;; Let's go already! I am late… Urgh… I am so late…

Lei: (He smiles as Steam walks back in) I feel like this is a miracle… For me and the kid, we usually got nowhere to go.

Xiaoli: Yes! (He bows to Steam) Thank you!! I will clean every day and cook things for you!

Lei: Maybe not that last part, okay? o_o; We don't want to burn his place down.

Xiaoli: What? Cooking? (He glares at Lei) Are you insulting me???

Lei: Heh, I'm just being honest. ^^;

Xiaoli: F-fine… You are right after all… (He looks at ????? as he walks in) Hah?

?????: (He looks at Xiaoli) Ah-- Zhǎodào nǐ… (He smiles) Ah, wow… Xiaoli.

Xiaoli: …… Hah???… e^e;;

Yukko: (She points at ?????) H-hey! You look like Xiaoli kind of! ^^;

Lei: Who's that? o_o; (He walks over to them)

?????: (He looks at Lei) I see… so it is true…

Xiaoli: (He glares at ?????) Mrh?? Who are you? >:c I do not have time for you anyway! (He pulls his bag onto his shoulders)

?????: (He looks at Xiaoli) W-well, if you could please hear me out… It's nice to finally meet you. I'm your brother. My name is Tengfei.

Yukko: (She looks at Tengfei) This dude looks pampered rich o_o; Woo-wee.

Xiaoli: You, my brother? (He points at Tengfei) No you are not! You are a liar weirdo! Goodbye! -^-

Tengfei: Um, actually… Your name is Xiaoli Liu. Not Zheng. That is the birth name you were given.

Xiaoli: ….. Wh-what are you… talking about. .__.'

Lei: (He eyes Tengfei) Is that true?

Tengfei: Yes. I'm from the Liu clan. We are a family of multibillionaires… Surely you have seen the symbol on your stomach.

Xiaoli: (He blinks) So that is--…? I mean-- Symbol? Ha??? I-I do not know what you are talking about!! >n>;

Tengfei: (He looks at Xiaoli) Well…. That is the symbol of our family… The snake through the coin.

Xiaoli: ……. So?? >:C It means nothing to me! It is just some stupid tattoo… Which by the way is dangerous to do such a thing to an infant!! I must have almost died!

Lei: (He puts his paw on Xiaoli's back) Hey, hey, let's calm down. ^^;

Xiaoli: Tch, why should I?? And anyway, I have somewhat heard of this from my foster home. I have no intention of going back to a stupid family filled with stupid billionaires whom abandoned me!

Tengfei: (He looks down) That was……

Xiaoli: Hm? >:C

Tengfei: ……Xiaoli, you were… to put it simply, you were an accident.

Xiaoli: Excuse me??? e-e

Tengfei: Please do not misunderstand. That wasn't meant as an insult. Our mother had an affair, which accidentally resulted in you. My father immediately abandoned you… He wanted nothing to do with you. Our mother was kicked out of the family. And your birth father was… killed by a hitman my father hired. I-I'm so sorry…

Xiaoli: ……. So… what… (He grips his fist)

Tengfei: Um… My father would like you to be a part of the family.

Xiaoli: You have got to be joking… >:C (He trembles)

Lei: Ah, now, now. (He nuzzles Xiaoli) Let's, uh… Hm… This is… (He sighs) This is… :/

Tengfei: (He holds up his hands) Um, er, Xiaoli, I understand how you feel, but my father has ordered it, so I--

Xiaoli: No-- you do not!! Go eat dirt! Rgh-- (He tears up) Jesus!!!! Shit! You son of a bitch!! ;~; (He smacks Tengfei and stomps out)

Lei: K-kid?!?!! Ah, man… @___@;;

Yukko: Did I hear that right?? Xiaoli cussed? O_O;;;

Tengfei: … (He rubs his face and sighs) …… I-I apologize. But I did not want to tell him about this. My father ordered it…

Lei: (He looks at Tengfei) Er, look, I'm pretty sure Xiaoli doesn't want to go back. He's got a real family already. (He nods as Screws agrees)

Tengfei: I understand. Then, I will tell my father he will not be returning. I'm not sure how he will take it, but… I advise you to be careful. Xiaoli may get kidnapped.

Yukko: Oh crap… Seriously, again? OnO;

Lei: I think he'll be alright… but if he does get kidnapped, we'll get him back. We're not giving him away so easily. ^^

Tengfei: (He looks down) I-I see… I understand if this is what he wants. He doesn't remember anything, after all. Ah-- (He looks around at Miyoshi, Sakuma, and the others) Um... I'm sorry. I did not mean to intrude. I understand if you want me to leave. Then, I will be on my way…

Lei: Er, take care of yourself kid. You're not that much older than Xiaoli, are you?

Tengfei: Ah… maybe? How old is he? Is he fifteen now? I'm nineteen. I wish I could have been an older brother to him… He also has another older brother, who is even older than I… But I would not like Xiaoli to meet him. He is… um… cruel. Like my father. (He looks down) I don't like him very much.

Lei: I see… Hey, wanna stay with us? ^^ You could get to know Xiaoli. (He grins at Screws) He's welcome, right? He's Xiaoli's brother.

Tengfei: Wha-what? I-I… (He looks down) I cannot. I'm sorry. But thank you for the offer…

Lei: Are ya sure? :/

Yukko: (She looks at Tengfei's watch) Man, how much money do you have anyway? Hey, cause seriously, that's a really top-brand watch! For just a watch! Just look at a wall clock! It's free! Haha :D

Tengfei: Ah… well… Um.

Lei: (He nudges Yukko) Oi oi, kid ^^;;

Yukko: What? o3o I'm really curious!

Tengfei: I'm sorry, I have no idea… my father makes me wear these things…

Yukko: Really?… So if you could wear anything besides pampered rich stuff like that, what would you wear? :D

Tengfei: E-eh? I… I'm not sure… (He looks away from Yukko) I'm sorry.

Yukko: Eh? Why are you apologizing?? o_o Gee, you're shyer than I thought! (She slaps his back) Don't apologize so much, really! ^^

Tengfei: I'm sorry-- ah, I mean… (He blinks)

Lei: Ahahah, let's not make him too uncomfortable, kidd'o. o__o;

Yukko: Okie dokie! My bad! :'''D

Lei: Anyway… I'll go get Xiaoli if didn't run off to go to school. ^^; Just a sec. (He walks out)

Tengfei: I see… he goes to school?

Yukko: Yeah, he's reeeeeeeeaally strict about school. It's really scary! o_o He yells at me if I forget my homework! It's like having an extra teacher! .____.

Tengfei: (He smiles) I'm glad… He is doing so well.

Yukko: Yeah, a little too well… But I guess he does help me get my homework done. -w-;

Lei: (He walks in) Err, well, I found him, but he refused to come back in.

Tengfei: (He looks down) I see… I-I really should leave, since I've caused such a disturbance already. And I'm making him so upset… (He looks at Screws) Eh? You will talk to him? Oh… thank you.

Yukko: Anyway, where's magician dude? I have something to give him. And I have a really funny joke to tell him. :D

Lei: Tazaki? You two seem like you became friends quickly. ^^

Yukko: (She holds up the rose Tazaki gave her) Yeah, he gave me this flower, so I want give him one of my cool erasers. (She takes an octopus-shaped eraser out of her pocket) This one!…. But where did he go? (She looks around) Magician Tazaki-san?? :S (She walks around and looks around for Tazaki)

– –

Forrest: G-goodness!! (He takes the golden tears in his hand and looks at them closely) These are so beautiful!… They must be worth a fortune. I can't accept these, dear… (He sighs as Volt insists) You really are too kind. But at least take one back, okay? (He smiles and puts one of the gold tears into her hand) Even one of these would be enough to keep my shop running for a year. (He looks at Sully) o.o ………. Sully?

Sully: Hrrrrrgh… (She looks around)

Forrest: Oh, Sully? ^^; What's wrong?

Sully: Hmmm??? (She taps her foot) I just got a real bad feeling. (She looks at Volt) Hey Volt, you tell me if you see that guy again, okay? Listen here… (She points at Volt) Sometimes people pretend to be nice… but they really have the worst intentions. Sometimes you gotta judge people to keep yourself safe. Old perverted dudes will want to take advantage of someone cute and adorable like you.(She pokes Volt's cheek gently) Ya know what I'm saying?

Forrest: Wait a minute… a pervert? Miss Volt, did a pervert try to do something to you? I-in my shop?

Sully: That's what it sounds like. Tch…

Forrest: Oh no… He has been in my shop spying on ladies, and then disappearing! He's just the worst… (He shakes his head) And I can never catch him… (He looks at Volt) You said he was a dark element, right? That may explain why I can't catch him… (He sighs) Oh, I don't know what to do…

Sully: Rrgh… (She cracks her knuckles) I'll beat him into a nasty pulp if I ever see him. Forrest, you better beat him up if you catch him, you got me?! (She pounds her fist into her hand)

Forrest: B-but… I'm just no match. I have no fighting ability. All I can do is heal others. (He frowns)

Sully: Then, just leave it to me! Dammit… He'll get what's coming to him! For now, Volt, you stay by my side no matter what until we get him sorted out! (She holds Volt's face gently) You got it! Even when you're going to the bathroom!

Forrest: Oh my… That's a bit improper. ^^;

Sully: Hah?! (She points at Forrest) It's normal! Everyone does it. I shit all the time! So do you!

Forrest: (He blinks) I-I guess that is true, but… It's very impolite to impose on someone doing it, no?

Sully: You're goddamn right it is! (She holds Volt's hand) Volt, let's take you back home. I'm gonna teach you how to defend yourself. Don't worry, with me as a teacher, you'll learn this stuff in no time! (She grins) ……. Hm? Oh, right, your dress, by the way… (She looks away from Volt blushes) … Yeah, it looks really good on you. You look pretty grown up in it. (She blushes more as Volt hugs her) Oh-- h-heh. (She pats her head)

Forrest: (He rests his head on his hand and smiles)

Sully: Alrighty, let's get going. (She waves at Forrest as they walk out) Bye, Forrest! Thanks again!

Forrest: (He waves) You're welcome, and thank you too!…….. (He looks at the clock) Closing time? I hadn't realized… (He turns the sign on the door over) Now, I must clean up a bit before-- eh? (He looks around as he heard a noise) …? (He walks over to a shelf and folds a few garments) ………. (He looks around nervously) … (He pats his dress down and walks to the back of the room) /Don't be nervous, Forrest… Y-you're a man! That's right. And this is my shop. There is nothing to be scared of…/ --Ah!!! (He jumps as he heard a loud noise) Ah-- is someone there…? I-I'm sorry, but we just closed. (He hides behind a rack) Oh, why am I such a coward…..

– –

Pidge: (She grins at Theodosia) Welp, are you ready to go? We parked our lions outside.

Hunk: Uh, I hope you guys have strong stomachs, by the way. Man… I remember when I was in training school.

Pidge: Hunk threw up in the training simulation when we were in training. More than once. ._.

Hunk: Haha. Let's not get into that one. (He rubs the back of his head) I'm over it now though!

Pidge: Yeah, and what a relief… Anyway, let's go. You guys can help us train for a while. Then we'll get to the good stuff on other planets. (She smiles and starts walking with everyone) Oh yeah… (She waves back at ????) Thanks old man! We'll keep everyone safe. (She walks outside and opens the hatch to her lion) Here we go.

Hunk: So, who's riding with who? (He blinks as Francesca clings to him) Oh, are you sure lady? I was just gonna say, my lion causes way more motion sickness than Pidge's. (He looks at her) You're sure?…. Taking one for the team, alright. Cool! (He pats her back)

Pidge: o.o Huh. Alright then. Go ahead, Hunk and Francesca. We'll be right beside you.

Hunk: Right! (He gets into the yellow lion with Francesca and closes the hatch)

Pidge: (She gets into the green lion with Theodosia and Zerk) Alrighty guys, strap in. (She closes the hatch and presses a few buttons on the screen) There you go. (She looks back at Theodosia) … Oh, are you having trouble getting in? Yeah, it's pretty confusing if you don't know the technology. Here. (She sits Theodosia in the seat and presses the button on the side to secure her seatbelt) All set. (She nods as Zerk secures his seat) Let's get moving. (She secures herself into her seat and grabs the throttles) Here we go. (She presses a button on her helmet) Hunk, are we ready?

Hunk: [All set! I'm taking off.]

Pidge: (She takes off behind Hunk's lion) I'm right next to you. (She pulls the throttle and flies next to Hunk's lion) Going up………… (She looks out as they float in space) And, here we are. (She looks back at Theodosia and Zerk) Not so bad, huh? (She grins)

Hunk: [Man, I'm gonna miss Earth. :/ Time to go through the wormhole.]

Pidge: (She floats through the wormhole next to Hunk) Same here… (She looks out of the window and steers) ……… (She sighs) ……. (She looks at Theodosia) H-huh? Er, nothing! I was just thinking about stuff… Earth stuff? (She puts her finger on the bridge of her glasses) …Wait, I don't need to push these up anymore. You fixed them. (She smiles at Theodosia) Thanks again.

Hunk: [Hmm… I should've picked up some earth food when we were--]

Pidge: (Her eyes widen as a giant meteor floats in front of them) Hunk, MOVE!!

Hunk: [UHHH Getting out of the way! We are getting out of the way!]

Pidge: ARGH! Hunk! You're in front of me!!! (She pulls up on the throttle)

Hunk: [Sorry! Sorry! Oh man D: How did we not notice that thing?!]

Pidge: I don't know?! (She pulls the throttles quickly to the left) Hold on to what you got, guys!! (She blasts off quickly beside Hunk's lion)

Hunk: [Oh dude… not good… this is not good. Whuh---!!!! ………. (He gasps as an alarm goes off in the background) Errr, Pidge? Haha, don't panic or anything, but…]

Pidge: What?! Did you get hit?! (She frantically presses buttons on the dashboard in front of her)

Hunk: [Yeah, and there are like… tons of meteors around here. Be careful. Oh, and also, please help me. :'D]

Pidge: Argh, I got you! (She supports Hunk's lion and flies off in a different direction of the meteors) The closest planet right now is Gleon Q21. We'll stop there and I'll see if I can't repair your lion.

Hunk: [Man, that planet? I had a bad experience there…]

Pidge: Would you rather we stop at the nearest red giant? =_= Because we're near a few of those too.

Hunk: [Uhh… nope. Gleon it is then.]

Pidge: (She steers toward Gleon) Don't worry. I'll make sure a giant clay worm doesn't try to eat you. (She taps on the screen in front of her)

Hunk: [Oh. Nice. That's a relief. @_@]

Pidge: (She lands and slides Hunk's lion off of her lion's back) Let's see… (She opens the hatch and walks out of her lion with Theodosia and Zerk)

Hunk: (He walks out of his lion with Francesca) Sorry about this, guys. Well, at least you're getting the real experience, huh? This happens a lot.

Pidge: Yeah, it really does. Let's see… (She looks at Hunk's lion and puts her hand to her chin) …………

Hunk: Well?

Pidge: … We need to call Shiro. ._.

Hunk: (He sighs) I thought so…

Pidge: (She opens her communicator and calls Shiro)

[Shiro: Pidge. Are you guys all right? We were just about to call you.]

Pidge: Hunk's lion got really badly damaged. And there's no way I can fix this without any tools. We've landed on Gleon Q21.

[Shiro: I see. In that case, I'll send Lance over with some tools. Keith and I are kind of busy--]

Pidge: Lance?? Are you sure? e_e;

[Shiro: Well… he deserves a break from training. He's been working hard today.]

Pidge: … .___. Fine. Send him over. (She sighs) By the way, we've got some friends with us. That's okay, right?

[Shiro: Sure. Just keep them safe. Oh, and keep an eye on Hunk while you're on that planet. We don't want a repeat of last time. See you.]

Hunk: Yeah! We got it! ^^;

Pidge: Bye. (She closes her communicator) All right, I guess we're waiting for Lance.

Hunk: Lance has been getting good at repairs. Right?

Pidge: Yeah… But it'll be a miracle if we can get out of here without him flirting with someone. (She looks at Theodosia) Huh? Lance is… well, you remember him from earlier when he called us. He's something. I don't know what, but he's something.

Hunk: (He blinks as he sees the blue lion in the distance) Oh, he's here already.

Pidge: (She sighs as Lance lands his lion) Why do I have a bad feeling about this… (She stands in front of Theodosia)

Lance: (He opens the hatch and walks out of his lion) Hola! You're welcome, you're welcome. I know, I'm a livesaver. ^^ (He walks over to them with a toolbox)

Pidge: Yeah… Thanks Lance. o_o; I'll take those. (She takes the toolbox) Hey, Theodosia, come with me. You can see how repairs work! (She takes Theodosia's hand and walks over to Hunk's lion with her)

Lance: (He blinks and looks at Theodosia) :O !!! Hey, hold on--

Pidge: Sorry Lance, we're busy! (She walks around to the other side of Hunk's lion)

Hunk: Oh boy.

Lance: What? Aw man… :/ ……. (He looks at Francesca) !! Why, hello there-- (He blinks as Francesca walks over to Hunk) Hunk?!

Hunk: H-hey, it's not my fault… @_@;

Lance: Is it not my day or something?… (He looks at Zerk) …… (He steps beside him) I'll just hang out with this guy. We clearly have something in common. (He takes off his helmet and grins at Zerk) I'm Lance. To who do I owe the pleasure? (He holds his hand out to Zerk)

Hunk: (He whispers to Francesca) Hey, they're getting along, aren't they? Heh ^^;

– –

Nicu: (He stares at Akim) … You… (He looks away from Akim) W-were you kidding or something Akim? You're like, so mean to me all the time, so it's hard to believe you really think that about me! -///^///-' (He crosses his legs)

Keaton: He wasn't kidding. He took that drink so he had to say the truth. o_o (He rests his head on Maasaki)

Nicu: .////.' (He files his nails)

Niles: (He stares at the marks on Rukh) ……. Hm… (He drops the chain and takes Rukh's hand then takes him down the hall) You don't have to whine so much. I just want to have a word with you.

Keaton: (He peeks at Niles and Rukh as they walk down the hallway) … I wonder. (He looks at Masaaki) Wait what? You want me to touch you where?… (He places his hand on Maasaki's butt and squeezes it) Your rump? It feels pretty good. o_o … (He blushes and takes his hand away) Uh sorry! @///@;

Nicu: Oh you! (He points at Keaton) You're a freak! Aren't you Keaton? ;D Don't be shy. We're all boys here. ^^

Keaton: Shut up! -////////-  I just did it because he told me to. I have a habit of doing anything someone tells me. (He places Maasaki on his lap) Especially with this guy… ._.

Nicu: That's sooo cute.

Keaton: (He closes his eyes and rests his head on Maasaki's shoulder) -_-'

Nicu: ……………. (He jumps onto Akim) Hey Akim, did you totally mean all that? That's so nice of you. Like, even though you were kind of forced to say it. That's the nicest thing anyone has ever said to me. I really thought you hated me, Akim. ^^ Maybe you still do. (He sits up and crosses his legs) That's fine. Lots of people hate me. As long as you don't want to stop being my security guard or anything.…… (He looks at Akim) Wait a minute… what did you say earlier? You let your friend wear a pair of my stiletto boots?! These are way expensive! (He raises his leg) Seriously! I should fire you but I won't because I like you too much. >:c (He files his nails) Anyway, I have to leave at 6 for filming, okay?? Akim, do you hear me? (He nudges Akim) Don't you remember??? (He crosses his legs) It's the last session, then I'm giving you a paid week off. You're welcome. >n> Then--

Keaton: Grr-- (He covers his ears) Grah!! Nicu?? Maybe you should take a bath. @_@

Nicu: Wha--?! I'm not that sweaty! :c Urgh, you try running from journalists and photographers all the time and not sweating!! -^-

Keaton: (He covers one of his ears as Nicu speaks) Well I guess… But the thing is… my ears have way higher sensitivity than yours. And you're seriously loud. Can you at least be a little quieter? ._.

Nicu: Oh, is that it? Not possible! ^^

Keaton: Then please spare my ears for a few minutes and go away. ._____. Rgh…

Nicu: Your poor little ears. (He stands up and grabs his handbag) Well, I did bring a change of clothes. >n> So maybe I will!

Keaton: Uh don't get me wrong, your voice isn't annoying. I think it's nice. But it's just way too loud… And you never stop talking. e_e' That's all.

Nicu: Oh? I didn't notice… (He rummages in his handbag and takes a water bottle out) Ah. (He throws it at Akim) Take this and drink it. -^- (He puts his hand on his hip and looks around) ……. Maasaki, where's the bath? ^^ Please lead me~

Keaton: Y-you can find it yourself e_e' (He holds Maasaki closer)

Nicu: What? I'm not gonna drink his blood! I promise! ;^; I wouldn't do that to Maasaki! (He holds Maasaki's hands)

Keaton: Rgh, fine. =_=; But you better not do anything weird. (He releases Maasaki)

Nicu: Don't you trust me at all, Keaton?? Hmph. =n= (He follows Maasaki)

Keaton: (He peeks at them as they walk off) ……. (He sits back onto the couch and looks at Akim) …… Uhhh, are you okay? You got a headache? o__o; Here, you should drink that. (He takes the water bottle that Nicu gave him and opens it) Hey Akim, after you're done with the bottle, you can just give it to me alright? :D (He wags his tail and gives the water to Akim) Oh! (He hugs Maasaki as he sits back down) You're back. You were gone a whole 20 seconds and I missed you. ._.

–

Niles: (He looks down at Rukh and sighs) Why are you making such a face?… (He smirks) Yeah, I know why, after all… (He folds his arms) I'm pretty disgusting, aren't I? (He laughs as Rukh agrees) Heh. …… (He turns away) I'm not going to do anything to you. Nothing too extreme, anyway. I only took this job because I didn't want you to get killed. This my fault after all. (He looks at Rukh) I don't want to hurt you. I just like teasing you. (He chuckles) I'd… never make you suffer too much. Whether you want to believe me or not… But I will be keeping the leash. I like being this close to you all the time. (He eases closer to Rukh and presses his lips onto his forehead) …. (He strokes his cheek) You're the most beautiful sight I've ever laid eyes on… I've thought so since the moment I saw you... (He kisses him) Is is bad that I've completely fallen for you?... You know, the reason I tease you so much... it's because I just can't get enough of you. (He embraced Rukh and kisses his ear) Sorry... I'm not teasing you right now. Just let me have this...

–

Nicu: (He walks out of the bathroom and flips his hair) I'm DONE!~ I feel great! Look at me! ^3^

Keaton: (He snores and rests his head on Maasaki) -m-

Nicu: H-hey, you fell asleep, Keaton and Maasaki! :c Did I take that long?!

Keaton: Hmm? (His ear twitches) ……. (He sits up and looks at Nicu) … Did you say something? ._.

Nicu: Ugh, nevermind. Just forget it. I already know how good I look. You don't even have to compliment me. (He puts his hand on his hip)

Keaton: …. Huh? I'm still half asleep… =_=' …

????: (He appears behind Nicu and grabs his arm) Gotcha bitch!!

Nicu: (He shrieks) AHHHHH!!!!! X~X

Keaton: (He covers his ears) @____@;;

????: (He plugs his ear) Jesus, chill out! You got that shrill fucking scream >_>;;

Nicu: (He looks at ????) =^=' Y-you?! It's because you scared me!! What are you doing here?? (He snatches his arm away)

????: Hah, you forget or something? Your punk ass brother sent me to take you to the family meeting. Hey, you're not getting away bitch. (He grins and grabs Nicu again)

Nicu: Do you want me to stomp on your ballsack with these heels? ^^ Release me now, Vernon.

Vernon: (He releases Nicu) Nope I do not. @_@ I'm extremely sorry. (He raises his hands)

Nicu: (He puts his hands on his hip) Anyway, I'm not going. Crepsley can be mad at me all he wants. >n> (He shoos Vernon) Vernon, leave. Shoo shoo. You're stinking up Maasaki's cute home with your cigarette smell.

Vernon: Hell no, you are going! You haven't attended the last 4 meetings! You wanna lose your prince title??? Y'know I'm doing this out of concern.

Keaton: (He sniffs Vernon) Another vampire? Who are you? :/

Vernon: Vernon. (He pinches Nicu's cheek) This is my lil cousin! He must cause you all sorts of fuckin' problems huuuuh? (He laughs) This guy is so bad.

Nicu: (He smacks Vernon's hand) Don't touch my face. Why aren't you gone?? >:C

Vernon: Someone's pissy today.

Nicu: (He rolls his eyes) Like, you know exactly why I'm mad. The stupid family meeting makes me wanna barf.

Keaton: (He scratches his ear) …… Why don't you just go to your meeting, Nicu? It can't be that bad. o_o Do you maybe not get along with your parents?

Nicu: M-my parents?? It's just my father… and like, everyone else in the family totally hates me for no reason. ._.' (He twirls his hair)

Vernon: Yeah, Crepsley and I are really the only ones that check up on him. (He sighs) I feel pretty disgusted in our family… they all call you such nasty shit just for being yourself.

Nicu: I-- ugh… (He winces) Like, whatever! -n- I don't even care! I don't!

Vernon: Really now.

Nicu: Ya Vernon =^= That's why I'm not going. I don't even wanna see them and they don't wanna see me either. It's better for all of us! Like duh! ^^;

Vernon: (He folds his arms) ... :/

Keaton: Nicu…… ._.

Nicu: (He looks at Keaton and Maasaki) Wh-what?? I'm serious. I swear to god I don't care. I have a filming today anyway. AKIM!!! Get up! (He shakes Akim's shoulder) We're leaving! We're gonna be late! (He grabs his handbag then takes Maasaki's hand) Oh and I'm taking Maasaki. He's mine now. >n>

Keaton: What?! N-no!! Don't! Please? ._.

Nicu: You want me to give him back? (He plays with Maasaki's hair) I dunno, he's just soooo cute... I don't really wanna.

Keaton: Hey! e///e; Seriously.

Nicu: (He strokes Maasaki's head) Fine... -3- I was kidding anyway. We're doing a kind of dirty filming today. (He flips his hair) In which I'll be wearing women's lingerie and well, mostly naked-- ^^

Keaton: (He covers Maasaki's ears) No! I don't wanna hear it. x_x

Nicu: Suit yourself. I'll bet Akim wants to hear about it! ^^ Come on Akim! I'll tell you about the whooole thing on the ride there.

Vernon: Uh, good luck bro…

– –

Asugi: (He stares at Lien) Huh…….. (He looks away from Lien and turns redder) Well. Uhhhh…… y'know, it's like… You know what. (He pats Lien's head) Maybe you can read up on it after all. There was this novel I read… It's a pretty good story. I think. (He folds his arms) It's called, uh… Falling… something. What was it?…

Dwyer: … “Falling Hearts”… right… ._.

Asugi: That's right. How'd you know that, Naps? (He scratches his head)

Dwyer: H-huh??? I…… (He points to his head) I memorized all the books in the castle library. That's all.

Asugi: (He raises his brow) Oh. That so.

Dwyer: …… Don't judge me. .__.' I'm going to make dinner. (He walks sleepily into the kitchen)

Asugi: (He pats Lien's back) Yeah, let's go find you that book. Maybe you'll understand it better. Uh… And understand why you feel like that about me. To be honest, I feel the same way about you. (He rubs the back of his head and blushes) S-so. Let's go.

Riku: You're heading to the castle library? It is just on the second floor and to the left.

Asugi: R-right. (He takes Lien's hand and leads him upstairs)

Riku: Heh… (He looks at Aki and Alicia) Well then. You may have a new son-in-law in the distant future?

Aki: I'm glad it's Asugi! :D He's a good kid! (He hugs Alicia and rests his head on her shoulder) Man I missed you Alicia. It's weird to be apart from you even for just a few hours, since we were always together in the ocean……. -///-; (His forehead was flicked by Alicia) OW D: …..Yeah, I missed that too! ^^

Kenji: (He ruffles Miku's hair and grins) Looks like you guys are doing well here.

Panic: (He stumbles in and trembles) Urgh… H-hello, everyone…

Kenji: (He looks at Panic) Eh??

Aki: Panic? (He looks up) Whoa, are you okay?? O__O

Panic: (He pants) Hello, is Alice here? ^^;;;;

Aki: W-well yeah, but, she seems kind of sick… Hey, what's the matter? Are you guys okay? :/ Hey, Panic?

Panic: Yes, it's fine. It's fine… I… (He grips his chest) I just need to stay… in this form no matter what. (He gasps) If I revert to my original form, I may… hurt someone.

Aki: (He walks over to Panic) Are you sure you're okay? Are you sick?? Maybe we should have Dana look at you too… o.o

Panic: S-ssstay back!! (He hisses at Aki)

Aki: (He backs away quickly) Okey dokey! O3O;;;

Kenji: (He stands in front of Miku) Hey, hey, what's wrong? Panic, you don't look well at all. Your eyes…

Panic: (He covers his face) I apologize… (He shakes his head) I should not have come here. I must leave. I do not want to hurt Alice anymore… or anyone else.

Kenji: Er… before you leave, mind telling us what's going on with you?

Aki: Yeah, we're worried! :S

Panic: ……… (He sighs) I have been inflicted with an illness… It is very rare in my species. It causes the snake form to become bloodthirsty… We become violent and unpredictable. It is a mutation in the blood that does not show symptoms until we are older.

Aki: (He frowns) What? There's got to be a cure! Th-there is, right?! I'm sure Alice wants you to get better, too!

Panic: (He smiles) Thank you, Aki. Yes, I have found a way to rid myself of it, somewhat… I must rest in the ancient ruins that used to be Medusa's lair for a few months. It will allow me to live as a human for the rest of my life.

Kenji: (He folds his arms) Hm… No repercussions?

Panic: ……. Eh heh… welll… (He rubs the back of his head) Yes. I may lose my hearing, or vision, or voice… one of the three. Who knows which one? Ahahaha… I'm not sure what Alice will think, but if this rids me of this illness… then I want to do it. I do not want to hurt Alice like that ever again… I am disgusted in myself…

Aki: H-hey, it wasn't your fault… :/

Panic: I know, but I feel as if it is. Anyway… If you could, please just tell her that I set off. And also, tell her that I'm just ecstatic about the adoption! Yes, we decided on adoption. Hahaha--- (He coughs and holds his chest) ^^;;

Aki: Man, I'm sorry it had to turn out like this… (He looks down) I wish there were some other way…

Panic: Do not waste time wishing. Heh… I have left a note to her at home, so it should be all right. If she disagrees with me, I'm sure she'll let me know. But, my life isn't in danger at all… So I'm not worried. I'll see her and our new pup when I get back.

Kenji: Right. (He grins as Miku agrees) You guys are helping out Miku's family, by the way. Thanks.

Aki: Yeah, that's awesome!

Panic: (He waves) Ah, of course. This is such a great thing for the both of us… (He cringes in pain) Rgh-- anyway, I'll be going. Goodbye! (He walks out)

Aki: (He waves) Uh-- I hope you feel better!! D:

Kenji: (He waves) Take care.

Aki: (He sighs and sits down with Alicia) Man…… Why did that have to happen? :/ Man… I'm bummed out… My friends…

Kenji: Aki, you're a real softie. That's a great quality to have. (He grins at Alicia) Oh? Is that why you like him?

Aki: (He blushes) Ah?! (He looks at Alicia) Y-you complimented me, honey! Thanks, I love you so much!! *////* (He hugs Alicia)

Felicia: (She walks out from the kitchen and bows) Um, e-everyone, dinner and dessert will be ready soon, so please join us! :>

Aki: (He holds Alicia's hand) Alicia! Dessert. .////. (He drools) What? I can't eat dessert first??-- :S (He gets popped by Alicia) Yes ma'am. I'll eat my vegetables too. :'D

Dwyer: (He walks out of the kitchen while balancing pies on his arms) …… (He walks over to the dining room)

Aki: Dwyer seems exhausted… Hey, pies! :D (He drools)

Kenji: That fellow is always tired. Is there a reason for that?

Aki: I think he is narcoleptic. o_o

Dwyer: (He puts the pies on the table and walks back into the kitchen) …..

Felicia: (She runs over to the kitchen) I-I will take the main course to the dining room! :O (She takes two platters from the kitchen and steps carefully) >:c …….

Aki: (He holds onto Alicia and watches) Is that really okay? She's gonna fall over. O_O;;;

maids: (They watch Felicia nervously) OnO;;; ….

Felicia: (She stumbles slightly) ^^;;; I-I'm okay!

Dwyer: (He walks out from the kitchen) …… (He blinks as he sees Felicia carrying the platters) …….. O__________O Wuhhhh…

Felicia: (She steps carefully and stumbles again) o~o;

maids: (They gasp) D:

Dwyer: @___@ Anxiety… death… anxiety… d-death… (He paces in circles)

Felicia: (She trembles and walks over to the dining table) I-I can do it…! ;~; (She trips on a chair leg) Ah-- n-noooo!!! Q____Q

Aki: Uh oh!! O_O

Dwyer: Oh god… (He covers his eyes)

Felicia: (She gasps as Ridia kept her steady before she fell) Ahhh-- Q~Q; Eh? (She looks at Ridia) Ah-- R-Ridia! Thank you so very much! ;///;

Dwyer: ……….  Uh… death… the sound of a plate shattering… death… Huh? .___.' (He uncovers his eyes)

Aki: Phew! :O Wow, nice save!

Dwyer: (He walks over to Felicia and takes the platters) G-give @__@ (He sets the platters on the dining table)

Felicia: I'm sorry… ;~;

Dwyer: It's okay, just don't carry two platters at once ever again or I'm going to have a stroke. .___. (He walks back into the kitchen)

Felicia: Okay! I'm so sorry! ;__; (She looks at Ridia) Sorry, Ridia… you had to save me… :c Umm… (She looks down) So, I-I was thinking….//////. Ummmm… about what you said earlier…

maids: (They listen in) o.o ….

Felicia: (She shakes her head as Ridia speaks) I-I'm not unhappy about it! I'm very happy about it! @/////@ I'm so happy! Ummm… (She gasps as Ridia takes her outside) Um wh-where are we going?? ;//////;

maid 1: Awww :c I wanted to hear…

maid 2: Felicia might get a girlfriend?! Grhh, why is everyone but us lucky with dates! >n< (She squeezes maid 1's hand)

maid 1: Ow oww @~@;

Aki: (He blinks as Felicia and Ridia go outside) What happened? o.o Hmm… (He smiles as Asugi walks downstairs) Hey, how'd it go? ^^ Where's Lien?

Asugi: H-he's reading up there in the library. I thought I'd give him some time to himself for a minute…

Aki: Are you nervous, Asugi? ^3^

Asugi: Huh?… (He blushes) Yup, pretty much…

Aki: Don't worry about it. I can tell Lien really likes you! :D

Asugi: (He rubs the back of his head) ./////.; Really…

Aki: Yeah ^^

Dwyer: (He walks out of the kitchen with plates of food on his head and arms) ………

Aki: (He looks at Dwyer) Whoa! How?? There are plates stacked all over you! :O

Dwyer: (He walks over to the dining table and sets everything down) Huh….? What did you say Aki?

Aki: Nothing! Oh look, dinner's ready! ;_;

Dwyer: No… it's not. .__. (He walks back into the kitchen)

Aki: (He holds his stomach) TwT Aww man……… (He looks at Alicia sadly as she scolds him) But babe, I'm so hungry… Q__Q

Riku: (He walks out with Dana and Light) Yes, I think she will recover quickly…

Aki: (He grins at Riku Dana and Light) Hey guys! Is Alice okay? :D

Riku: Yes. (He smiles) She just needs a bit of rest now.

Dwyer: (He walks out of the kitchen and sets two more platters onto the dining table)

Aki: (He holds onto the dining table and looks at the food) H-hey! Is it ready…? T_T

Dwyer: Yeah… Please help yourself… ._. (He walks back into the kitchen and yawns)

Aki: Yay! (He takes a plate) I am so ready! Q__Q

Riku: (He looks at the table) Wow, this must have all been made by Dwyer. It looks incredible. (He takes a plate) Dana, what would you like?

????: (She bangs on the door) !!!!

Riku: (He raises his brow) Who is knocking so violently?

Aki: Hm? o3o (He looks at the door)

Maid 1: (She opens the door) Hello--

????: (She stomps into the kitchen) DWYER!!

Dwyer: @___@ … (He hides behind a pan)

????: (She growls and snatches the pan from him) I'll kick your ass, kid!!! (She picks him up and stomps out of the kitchen)

Dwyer: Mom… x__x Please… put me down… I'm begging you.

????: You being so easy to pick up just goes to show that you haven't been training enough. Hmph. (She sets Dwyer down and points at Riku) Lord Riku, just say the word and I'll kick him into gear!

Riku: Oh, Rinkah. (He smiles) No, there is no need for that. He excels in pretty much every task I give him…

Rinkah: Really now. (She looks up and down at Dwyer and squints) ……… You better not be taking it easy on him.

Aki: Well, I think Dwyer's cooking pretty much redeems his sleepyness all the time!! ^^ You know what I mean?

Rinkah: Does it now. (She folds her arms) Well. Glad to hear it.

Dwyer: Mom why are you here… (He sighs) I'm gonna fall over… I'm tired… (He rubs his eyes)

Rinkah: (She throws a medicine bag at Dwyer) Here. If I find you skipped a day of taking that, you're gonna get it. Do you hear me, kid??

Dwyer: (He holds the medicine bag) …….. Uh huh… Thanks…

Rinkah: (She smiles) Hm…………. Er-- Anyway! (She points at Light) You!! Stop babying my son all the time! I know you take it easy on him! Make him do butler things for you! Make him work hard! Got it???

– –

Ryou: (He fidgets and looks at the ground as Stephan walks off) O….. kay… I'll…… c-call you…… ;//////;' B-bye…

Naoki: (He paws the air at Stephan and Chumpie) o^o ……. (He flicks his tail and looks up at Ryou) Mrrrow. (He runs inside)

Ryou: (He walks back into the house and slides the door shut) …………… Q/////////Q; … /Stephan said he's… in love with… m-me…/ (He puts his hand over his chest) /I feel like… m-my chest is going to explode…/ (He puts his hand to his lips) /And he k-kissed me a lot… And his touch was… kind of cold… and he touched me…/ (He holds his cheeks) /I-I want to… k-kiss him again…/

–

/3 days later/

Tajima: (He runs across the baseball field and yells) Argh, where's my helmet?! D:

Hanai: Hah?! You lost it again??

Tajima: (He runs over and grabs Hanai's face) What?! You found it?!!!?!?!

Hanai: Argh-- No! I was questioning you-- Gr. =///=;;; (He shoves Tajima away) It's 6pm, go home. We're the only ones that haven't left. (He walks into the dugout)

Tajima: Okey dokey! :P (He waves at Hanai) Hmmmm, where… (He looks around) …… (He spots Ryou) :D

Ryou: (He looks at his phone then puts it away) …….

Tajima: (He sprints over to Ryou) Hey Mihashi! :D

Ryou: ……. (He was jumped on by Tajima) Nghrlh--!!! OvO;;

Tajima: (He releases Ryou) Man you've gotten way sturdier! Welp we are third years now! (He pats Ryou's arm) Remember when I would tackle you in your first year and you would just fall right over?!?! ^__^ You've really gotten better! (He starts walking home with Ryou)

Ryou: D-do you think so?! ^^ (He walks with Tajima)

Tajima: Yeah yeah!!! Let me see those muscles! (He holds up Ryou's arm) Nice! Must be all those years of pitching! :D

Ryou: I-I worked hard :> You-you did too, Tajima-kun!

Tajima: Heh yeah? I have buffed up a lot since my first year. I'll bet my grip isn't as good as yours though. Squeeze my hand!! (He grips Ryou's hand)

Ryou: Eh…? Squeeze?… (He grips his hand lightly)

Tajima: Ouch-- Er-- Nah nah!! You're not using your full strength are you? Tighter! As tight as you can! Really squeeze it! ^^

Ryou: B-but @~@

Tajima: I can take it! Really! Don't you trust me? :D

Ryou: O… o… okay… (He squeezes Tajima's hand tightly)

Tajima: (He cringes in pain) NGH-- GWAH!!! O-OKAY! That'll do!!!! O3O;;

Ryou: (He releases Tajima's hand quickly) I-I'm so sorry!!!! ;~;

Tajima: No, don't be! I'm the one who asked a pitcher to squeeze my hand!! :'''D (He shakes his hand) Anyway… (He looks at Dave's company as they pass it) Oh look! Isn't that where you used to visit, Mihashi?

Ryou: Um… Y-yeah…

Tajima: (He looks at the front door as Stephan walks out) Hey! It's your boyfriend! Let's go say hi! :D (He takes Ryou's hand and walks over to the building) Since you said you were too nervous to call him the other day! Just talk to him face to face! ^^

Ryou: @////@ (He freezes)

Tajima: (He stops and looks at Ryou) Aw come on :/ You haven't talked to him for 3 days! He probably thinks you hate him!

Ryou: I-I don't… (He trembles) I-I like him! That's why I'm… nervous… (He blushes)

Tajima: Wow you got a big fat ole crush don't you? ^^ Man Mihashi!

Ryou: I-- x//////x

Tajima: (He pushes Ryou) Okey dokey, let's go-- oh? o.o (He looks at Stephan as he stands in front of them) Oh, you heard the whole thing! :'D

Ryou: ;////////; (He steps back)

Tajima: Well then, I'll be going home now! You two talk for a little bit, would you? Bye! (He pats Ryou's back and runs off)

Ryou: (He looks up at Stephan) Um… I'm… I'm… s-sorry…. Stephan. I s-started crying… the other day-- (He starts crying) A-and I-I'm even crying now. ;/////; A-a-and then I didn't call you for three days because I-I was really nervous and--! (He was hugged by Stephan) Oh-- ah…. Ah…. (He trembles and hugs him) …… I-I… I really wanted to… to call you… and I wanted to be around you. I-I… really, really like you a lot… (He squeezes him tightly) Ah-- Oh-- o-oh I'm sorry! Q///////////Q (He releases him) I-I squeezed too tight…

– –

Izana: (He holds Victoria) Now, let's not cry honey. It'll be alright. (He holds her face and grins) How about we stay in my palace tonight? Ya know, it's charmed so that no one can get in without my permission! Your ma and I will stay there with you. (He sighs) I know you can't stay in there forever, so it'll be a temporary solution for now… We're going to have to get that awful boy to leave you alone somehow. Well, he won't get very far with your ma and pa protecting you!! >n> That's right honey! (He holds Victoria's hand) Grrr… bite MY little Victori-bee will you? >:C Why I'd-- ….. (He blinks as he sees a vision)

// Soleil: (She runs in front of Victoria and protects her) Victoria!!!! (She was stabbed) Rgh!!!…… (She looks back at Victoria and smiles) Hey, are you… alright?……. (She falls over) //

Izana: O___O (He blinks as Victoria shakes him) Eh-- wha-- wha? (He shakes his head) Uhhh hon!! (He holds Victoria's cheeks) So, I just had a real important vision!! Like, real real important! Listen close alright?? ^^; Err-- Where should I start? (He holds Victoria's hands as she has a vision) Hon??…………… (He nods) You just had it too, didn't you?

Soleil: (She runs into the room Izana and Victoria were in) Yo!! I heard something! What's up? :O

Zen: (He walks in) Yeah, I don't like the feeling of this room~ >_>; (He looks at Victoria and furrows his brow) Victoria, are you crying?

Izana: (He rushes over to Soleil with Victoria) Oh Soleil! ^^;;;

Soleil: Whoa whoa, what's wrong?? o___o (She blinks as Victoria explains her vision) ……. (She folds her arms and smirks) Victoria, there are two things wrong with that vision you just explained to me. First of all, I'm too strong to just get stabbed like that! ^__^

Zen: (He rolls his eyes) Hmhm.

Soleil: Second of all, I'd kick anyone's ass that tried to hurt you in the first place! (She pounds her fist to her palm) We may be rivals, but we look out for each other too. So, who's this weirdo trying to hurt you? e_e

Izana: That vampire guy was like, “blah I'm gonna steal your daughter”~ Then he went away! >n> Darn it, I'm so peeved off! (He stomps) I might break out those cards for the first time since I was 10 years old! I know how to use them still!! >:C (He snaps) If I have to use them, I will!

Zen: Vampire guy??…

Soleil: Cards, Izana? (She scratches her head) What kind of cards? o_o

Izana: Spell cards! They were a gift from Naga! (He sighs) They've been untouched for years. I was aiming to master them when I was real little, but… uhh, I had setbacks. ^^; That made me want to never ever touch em again! But, I don't mind using them if it means protecting Victoria.

Soleil: Yeah? I don't mind using my strength either. (She smiles as Victoria speaks) H-hey, why are you getting all sappy? ^^; Yo, I'll change that vision for you! I'm strong enough to take anyone down! (She flexes) Boom >:D Haha! (She blinks as Victoria hugs her) H-heyyy!!! ^/////^;;;; Victoria, you're being so weird!

Zen: (He chuckles) Well, if we're all being honest here… There's no way I can protect you from any vampires, Victoria. ^^ But I'll offer emotional and visual relief, if you want.

Soleil: Visual?? =___=; What the hell?

Izana: By the way, I'm not sure if the name “Carla” rings any bells? (He looks at Soleil and Zen)

Soleil: (She grips her fist) What??

Zen: Tch. I knew it. That loathsome reptile. I'm going to throw up just thinking about him. ^^

Soleil: You're telling me!! (She stomps) I won't let him near you, Victoria! (She squeezes Victoria's hand) You hear me?? >:C I won't leave your side until he's dealt with!! (She growls as Victoria speaks) And so what?? I'll sleep next to you! >:O

Zen: Oooh… really?

Soleil: Shut up Zen!! @////@ Anyway!! (She picks up Victoria) I'm not letting you out of my sight! …. No, I ain't putting you down! >:C

– –

Shuji: (He opens the door to their house and let everyone in) Come on in, guys. (He shuts the door and sits with Shisui) It's almost time for bed, isn't it? :S

Shu: (He scoffs as Shisui whines) You say that, but your head keeps drooping, little brother.

Shuji: (He smiles and pats Shisui's head) Well, it's the weekend after all. You can stay up for as long as you want, buddy. (He grins as Shisui yawns) ^^

Sal: Hehe! Roku, Shisui is so cute. ;~; (She looks at Grey as he was set down by Levi) o3o Honey, are you staying the night here? :3

Grey: Huh? Well… (He looks at Levi) Oh, is it alright if I stay…? (He looks at Shuji)

Shuji: Sure, kid!

Sal: It's okay?! (She holds Roku's hands) Eee! His first sleepover! I'm so glad Grey has friends!! ;__; I'll pick him up tomorrow!

Grey: @-@; Th-thanks, ma…  (He looks up at Levi) …… H-huh? Oh, sure… I'll stay in your room then… Heh… ^///^; Ya know, you're a lot more open now, Levi… It's… cute. But I like you either way, really… you're still Levi, after all.

Sal: (She holds Roku's hands) >W< !!

Grey: (He looks at his phone as it rings) Oh……

Sal: (She peeks at his phone) owo Oh it's Savion? Let's all say hi! ^^

Shuji: Ah, I was wondering if that kid was alright.

Grey: Yeah, me too… (He answers and turns the speaker on) Hey--? (He blinks as Savion speaks) ……

Sal: He called you “meme lord”? Is that what the cool kids say? ^^

Grey: (He laughs as Savion complains) I'll take it off speaker… sorry… (He puts the phone to his ear) Scuse me, everyone… (He steps out the front door and closes it)

Shu: (He snickers and nudges Levi) I didn't know you were into nerds.

Shuji: Nothing wrong with that, Shu! (He holds Shisui as he falls asleep)

Grey: (He holds the phone to his ear) Yo…? (He blinks as Savion talks) Don't worry about missing the tournament… you got kidnapped dude… ……… Heheh… Anyway, we ranked 10th… ………… (He frowns) Hey, don't get so down… We still have an Osu competition tomorrow… Then a League tournament the next day. ………… You're gonna what?………..………. (He sighs) I'm gonna have to hang up on you, bro…… (He laughs) Hehaha! Nah, you're hilarious, Savion… But I really do gotta hang up, actually… Heh… ……. Hm? I'm at Levi's house… …… Yeah, he just got out of the hospital… I was really worried…. You wanna come and hang out with us, Savion?………. (He frowns) Oh… alright. See ya Monday then…… ………  (He hangs up and walks back inside)

Sal: (She holds Grey's hands) Grey, have fun at your sleepover, okay? ^^ I'm leaving now. (She squeezes Grey) I'm so proud of you baby! >m<

Grey: Oh… thanks? (He hugs Sal and laughs) Bye, ma…

Shuji: (He waves) See ya. We'll take care of Grey. (He holds Shisui as he snores)

Sal: (She smiles as Roku takes Shisui to bed) Bye bye! (She leaves)

Shuji: (He follows Roku upstairs) Levi, Grey, Shu, get some rest alright? (He grins)

Grey: (He smiles) Sure. G'night…

Shu: Yeah, father, good night. Don't let mother go to bed mad at you this time. (He snickers)

Shuji: Eh?? I won't! ^^;; Night kiddos! (He walks upstairs)

Shu: (He sighs) Then… (He waves and walks over to his room) You two can go ahead and sleep together, just don't make too much NOISE… (He walks into his room and shuts the door)

Grey: Uh…? (He blinks as Levi takes him to his room) …… (He looks around as Levi shuts the door) …  Mhm… I remember this room… It's-- (He gasps as Levi grabbed him) Ah-- H-hey… what's wrong? You're… acting a lot more… errr…… (He looks at Levi) … Levi? Are you… uhhh… mad at something? @/////@; Sorry if I did something wrong… er… Or if you don't remember me very much, or something. (He blinks as Levi releases him) Well… Maybe you'll remember more if I show you this. (He takes out his phone and shows him a picture) Remember… that's us on our first date… o//o; I dunno if that'll help you remember anything… but it sure brings back memories for me. (He puts his phone away)

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Izana: (He laughs loudly and winks at Nox) Bahahaha! Honey, what do you mean, formal? We’re having a party up in here! Our own little party, Izumo-style! There’s just no music! (He grins) Ooh, say, perhaps I will read your fortune. Just for funsies! You don’t mind, right, puddin? Let’s see here… (He takes Nox’s hands and closes his eyes) Mhm… mhm? Hmmmmm… ……………Erm!!! (He takes his hands away quickly) Ahahaha! Some things just– err– weren’t meant for me to see, I guess! (He blushes and shakes his head) No, no. It’s nothing. Let’s do that some other time, alright? (He smiles) Anyway, glad you’re enjoying all this! I really am sorry for, err, getting too close. It’s hard to stand idle when you know something bad’s going to happen. I kinda acted on impulse! (He laughs)

Rayth: (He glares at Heloise) Keh, who the hell– =n= (He raises his hands as she responds) Nah nevermind! e____e; (He looks at Sakurai) This your girlfriend?? =_=;;

Sakurai: (He blushes) I– er– not exactly, sir! She has just said so a few days ago and I did not ermm, consent! Sir! (He sweats) But I do not dislike her! She’s very pretty!

Rayth: Ehh???…

Kouta: (He blinks as Heloise scarfs down a plate of meat) …… I like her ^^

Rayth: Kouta, you’re way too accepting of people. ._. You’re even friends with that ghoul Henry =_=;

Kouta: I don’t mind at all about anyone’s diets… it’s just how they are… and– (He looks up at Heloise as she approaches) owo H-hello… (He gets lifted by Heloise) Oh…!! @w@ Hehe!

Rayth: You’re enjoying that??? =_=

Kouta: (He laughs as Heloise puts him down) Yay… Miss Heloise, you’re so strong… ^^

Rayth: Kahaha!! Kouta, it’s probably just because you’re light as a feather! And short! XDD (He stops laughing as Heloise glares at him) o_o’ Sorry. I was just kidding.

Kouta: Well I suppose that is true… (He looks up at Heloise) You work around the castle…? I-I have never seen you… (He looks away) I’m sorry… My father must be horrible to you…

Rayth: Who the shit DID your dad let you speak to? >_> Anyone at all?

Kouta: ……Well… there was… (He thinks) … Um… actually, no one besides Xalvador. And I wasn’t even allowed to be friends with him… I made friends with as many people as I could… secretly… But there are some places that are simply off limits to me…

Rayth: Dude .___. … (He looks over at Peter and Xalvador and whispers to Kouta) Uhh, Kouta, aren’t you jealous a little? e_e That guy is awfully close to your knight. I mean awfully close… e___e

Kouta: …? Why would I be jealous…?

Rayth: =_= Don’t you like Xalvador?

Kouta: (He blushes) Wha– Y-yes… but…

Rayth: Keh, but what? e___e Ugh, I would be so jealous if anyone was like that with my boyfr– I-I mean >////^////>; Nothing.

Kouta: Hee hee… ^^

Rayth: I didn’t say anything about my fucking boyfriend!!!! Forget it! =//////=;;; So why not?

Kouta: Well… He has served me for all 19 years of my life… if he likes someone else, then… I-I think that would be good for him…

Rayth: >_> Really now?

Kouta: Y-yes… (He fiddles with his ring)

Rayth: Riiight… =_=

???: (He appears behind Kouta with ???) Um, this has to be the right place, right?

??? 2: WHOAHOHOHOHOO DUDE!!! (He laughs and looks around) This place is huge!!!!

Kouta: Shigure and Kei…! (He hugs them both)

Shigure: (He smiles and hugs Kouta) Hello, Kouta.

Kei: Yo whaddup?!! (He grins and pats Kouta) Kouta! Heh, it’s been awhile!

Kouta: Yes it has… (He looks at Xalvador as he approaches) O-oh, Xalvador… these are my friends… You may have seen them when they visited…

Shigure: It’s a pleasure, sir. (He bows to Xalvador) My name is Shigure. A falcon knight. And this is my brother Kei. He specializes in the buster sword.

Kei: Whaddup dude? (He grins at Xalvador)

Shigure: (He looks at Peter) Oh, and Peter. Greetings. (He smiles) I remember meeting you when we visited Kouta a few weeks ago.

Kei: Oh yeah, I remember you!!! Hey what’s up?! (He grins at Peter)

Kouta: (He looks at Shigure) Shigure… Is there something the matter? You came here so suddenly…

Shigure: (He looks sternly at Kouta) Something is the matter with your father is more like it. I’m here to help you end this.

Kouta: Eh…? How do you mean…?

Shigure: Kouta… Do you remember how I told you about my mother’s cleansing song? She could banish any evil with a simple spell song.

Kouta: Cleansing… Yes, I remember…

Shigure: And do you remember the song we sang when we were kids? “Lost in thoughts all alone”.

Kouta: (He nods) Yes… I know it by heart… It’s very hard to forget…  

Shigure: (He smiles) That’s good. Because that song is the one that my mother, Azura, used when she was alive. And you can use it as well. I’ve known about your abilities since the first time you sang that song. S-sorry for keeping it a secret…

Kouta: I… can use the song for cleansing…?

Shigure: Yes. You are more than capable. And, the reason the king is like this… is because he is possessed by the ancient dragon god of greed and sin, Astarot. You know who that is, right?

Kouta: (His eyes widen) Y-yes, but… But that's… there’s no way I can…!

Shigure: (He grabs Kouta’s hands) Yes you can. You need to have faith in yourself, Kouta… You’re the only one that can do this. And I will help you in any way I can. (He releases Kouta’s hands) If you can rid him of this, the kingdom will be again peaceful.

Kouta: ……  I understand… But, Shigure… how did you know this…?

Shigure: Ah, right, I was just going to tell you. You see, it was just yesterday morning. I was on my way to visit you to let you try the new tea leaves I’d just made. Which by the way, is a mixture of peppermint and dandelion root, it’s very–

Kei: Shigure, I’m gonna stop you right there bro. e_e;

Shigure: (He smiles at Kei) What? It won’t take too long. How impatient of you.

Kouta: I don’t mind… ^^

Kei: Dude c'mon. .___.

Shigure: Fair enough. (He sighs) Yes, a long story short, I heard Astarot speaking in the King’s body. He made the mistake of saying his true name, and I remembered this name from a book my mother gave me. It was quite simple from there what had to be done.

Kouta: I-I see… I wish I had known earlier… Perhaps there would not be as much suffering as there is now… (He looks down)

Shigure: Kouta, there is no way you could have known. Not even your mother knew. Now the question is… How are we going to get him to hear your song?

Kouta: I… I’m not sure…

Shigure: … Hm… well, the king often has performers come to his throne room, doesn’t he? We could disguise you as one.

Kouta: A-A performer… me…? @///@;

Shigure: Is something the matter with that?

Kouta: Well… I’m just not sure if I would pass as one… The performers that visit my father are all so beautiful and elegant…

Shigure and Kei: (They look at each other) ……

Rayth: Kouta, you’re joking right?!! =___= You are beautiful and elegent, you idiot!

Kouta: O-oh, really, Rayth…?

Rayth: Yeah! ._.

Shigure: (He smiles) Yes. Everyone does think so, I’m sure.

Kei: Yeah we do! ;D

Kouta: Um… well, all right then… but what am I going to wear…?

Shigure: Ah, I have an idea. My mother’s dance outfit would fit you perfectly. Here, let me see if I can recreate it… (He takes out a spellbook) I did study magic for a few months… Let’s see how this works.

Kei: (He watches as Shigure summons the outfit) Nice! I like it!

Shigure: There it is. (He hands the outfit to Kouta) I’ve made a few adjustments to suit your tastes, as well. Just let us know when you’re ready.

Kouta: (He grips the outfit and nods) …

–

Shigure: (He hears the door open) Ah, done?

Rayth: …… (He sighs as Kouta doesn’t come out) Keh!! Kouta, come on! Do you want to save the kingdom or not? =n=

Kouta: …! (He walks out and holds his arms) .//////.

Kei: (He looks at Kouta and blushes) O////O;

Rayth: See? You look fine!! =//=’

Kei: Y-yeah bro! You look so good! Don’t be shy!!

Kouta: D-do you think so, Kei…?

Kei: Hells yeah I do! ;//D

Shigure: (He clears his throat) Y-yes, it suits you. But please don’t worry about how you look. All that matters is that you perform the song.

Kouta: Oh, um… right…

Shigure: (He nods to Kouta) Kouta, are you sure you’re ready?

Kouta: (He nods) …… (He looks at Xalvador and Arthur) Xalvador, Arthur… I need you to please, believe in me… as much as you can. I can end this peacefully…

Izana: ……… (He walks over to Kouta with Nox and folds his arms) Kouta, I’m just not sure about this, pumpkin.

Kouta: (He blinks and looks at Izana) Izana…? What do you mean…?

Izana: (He shakes his head) Err, welll, I just think you should be careful, that’s all. I’m getting a real bad feeling! :/

Shigure: How so, Izana? Can you see what will happen?

Izana: (He looks down and thinks) Mrrr… It’s very hazy. (He puts his hand to his chin and thinks) Once the ancient dragon gods are involved, they’re able to tamper with my visions. Which is why I didn’t even know he was possessed. (He sighs) I truly wish I had known as well.

Shigure: I see.

Izana: (He looks at Kouta) Are you still sure about this, hon?

Kouta: (He looks down) Yes… I know there are risks… but I still want to… This is for the good of so much more…

Izana: ……Well… If you still aren’t going to change your mind, at least let me give you something for better luck. (He takes a pendant from his kimono sleeve and puts it around Kouta’s neck) There! Matches your outfit, too! ^^

Kouta: (He smiles) Yes… thank you.

–

Kouta: (He stands in front of the throne room door with Shigure and the others)

Gale: (He looks at Shigure) So, that’s the plan huh? (He grips his fist) … Kouta… If you get into trouble we’ll save you. >:C (He hugs Kouta)

Kouta: (He hugs Gale) Thank you, Gale… I’ll be alright… don’t you worry. ^^

Gale: (He releases Kouta and stands with Xalvador Arthur Peter and Heloise) >:o Good luck!

Shigure: (He looks at Kouta and nods) You can do this. Just like when we sat in the fields and sang all day long. You remember, right?

Kouta: (He smiles) Yes, I do… (He looks back at Xalvador and Arthur and nods trustingly) … (He turns back to the door) …

Somnus: Enter, performer. (He sits on his throne)

knights: (They stand guard next to Somnus) …

Kouta: (He opens the door and lets it close behind him) … (He walks a few steps toward the throne) …

Somnus: …… Introduce yourself.

Kouta: O-oh… Of course… I’m a performer from here in this kingdom… M-my name is Luke…

Somnus: Hmph. So you’re a male.

Kouta: Yes, your majesty…

Somnus: (He narrows his eyes) Interesting how I’ve never seen you. Fine then. Begin.

Kouta: Yes sir…

harp player: (She begins playing)

Kouta: … (He starts the song softly)

… ♪ You are the ocean’s gray waves ♪ …

Somnus: ……. (His hand twitches) …

Kouta: (He continues) …

♪ Destined to seek ♪ ♪ Life beyond the shore, Just out of reach ♪…

Somnus: ……. (His eye twitches as a glowing water floats around the room) Gr…

Kouta: (He continues the song and bends the water floating in the air)

♪ Yet the waters ever change, flowing like time ♪

♪ The path is yours to climb ♪ …

Somnus (???): Gr… rrr… GAHHH!!! (He breathes heavily and groans in pain) … Stop… STOP!!! That… SONG!!! (He stands up from his throne and points at Kouta) SEIZE THAT PERFORMER!! KILL HIM!

knights: ?!! (They start to run toward Kouta but stop as Xalvador bursts in and orders them)

knight 1: Sir Xalvador?!

Knight 2: Wh-what should we do?

Kouta: (He shakes and walks over to Somnus) …

♪ In the white light, ♪

♪ A hand reaches through ♪ …

♪ A double-edged blade cuts your heart in two, Waking dreams fade away, ♪ Embrace the brand new day ♪ …

Somnus (Astarot): (His voice becomes distorted) GrrrRRRRRR!!!! Don't… touch ME!! Haa… haa… (He looks at Kouta through the veil) YOU…!!!!! (His face becomes scaly) BRAAAAT!!

Kouta: …… (He continues the song)

♪ Sing with me a song

of birthrights and love ♪

♪ The light scatters to

the sky above ♪

Somnus (Astarot): (He cries blood and breathes heavily) I’ll possess this… pathetic human… FOR ETERNITY!!!

Kouta: (He closes his eyes) …

♪ Dawn breaks through the gloom ♪ ♪ White as a bone… ♪ ♪ Lost in thoughts, All alone ♪ ……

Somnus (Astarot): I won't… let you… DEFEAT ME!!! (He takes the sword from his belt quickly and stabs it into Kouta’s stomach) HA!!! (He takes the sword out roughly)

Kouta: …!!!!! Urgh…!!! (He kneels down and cringes in pain) … (He trembles as blood drips from his mouth)  

Shigure: Kouta!!! (He runs over with Gale) Someone call for a cleric, now!

knight 1: Eh?! What has happened?!

Kei: (He pats the knight’s back roughly and shoves him out of the throne room) Cleric!!! Now, bro!!!! We’ve got a bleeding prince here!!

Knight 1: That is the prince?! I will go get a cleric! Right away! (He runs out)

Gale: KOUTA!!!

Somnus: AAAGGHHH!!!! (A purple mist escapes from his mouth)

Kouta: (He looks up at Somnus as blood drips from his mouth) … F-father…

Somnus: (He kneels down to Kouta and drops his sword) Kouta… you… saved me…? (He takes the veil from Kouta’s face) My son…

Kouta: (He smiles weakly and holds Somnus’s hands) … I’m so glad…

Somnus: (He gasps and catches Kouta as he falls) Kouta!! Kouta?! Speak to me... Please! (He wipes the blood from Kouta’s mouth) No... You… you are my son. And I… I did this… (He holds Kouta)

Kouta: N-no!! Urgh… (He gasps for air) Father… I know… you didn’t intend to summon Astarot. That wasn’t your fault… Don’t blame this… on yourself… (He shakes and grips Somnus’s hand) Please…

Somnus: Kouta, how, after all this, can you not blame me?! It was I who attracted the dragon’s evil powers… my thirst for strength… and wealth… it was what attracted Astarot!

Kouta: That doesn’t matter… I know you aren’t cruel, like him… (He smiles weakly) You’re clever, and brilliant… Astarot is… not… (He closes his eyes and shakes his head)

Somnus: Damn it…! (He closes his eyes) I don’t deserve this kindness from you!

Kouta: (He looks at Somnus) Father… This kingdom needs more from you… not just your strength… (His breathing becomes shallow) Wh-what we need… is caring… (He holds Somnus’s hand to his face and closes his eyes) And a warm hand… (He looks up at Somnus and smiles) And tears…

Somnus: (His tears fall) ……Oh… god… (He gasps and holds Kouta)

Kouta: (He wipes Somnus’s tears) … That's… the way…

cleric: (She runs in and kneels down to Kouta) I-I am here, your majesty. (She starts to heal Kouta)

Kouta: …

Somnus: (He lies Kouta down as the cleric heals him) There you are… there…

Kouta … (He groans in pain) …!!

cleric: (She backs away quickly) …?!

Kouta: It’s not working… (He smiles) Y-your sword was infused with Astarot’s power…

Gale: (He kneels down to Kouta with Xalvador) Kouta?!! Kouta… Don’t die!! Please, not you… (He holds Kouta’s hand and cries)

Kouta: (He looks at Gale and holds his hand) Ah… Oh, Gale… Can I see you… smile for me…? One last time…? (He breathes shakily and gasps) O-one more smile… before I… go…

Gale: No!!! You won’t die!!! Stop it! (He cries more and squeezes his hand) You’re not going anywhere!! Stop dying right now!!

Kouta: (He holds Gale’s face and smiles) Please…?

Gale: (He gazes at Kouta and smiles sadly) How can you… be like this?? I can’t believe you… (His tears stream down his face)

Kouta: (He smiles weakly and wipes Gale’s tears) That’s right… lovely…

Gale: (He closes his eyes and cries) Damn it!!!!…

Kouta: (He looks at Xalvador as he holds him) Xalvador… I’m so sorry… this-this is not your fault… this is no one’s fault… (He trembles and groans in pain) Urh…!! I… I wish… I could stay for you… I-I wanted to tell you so many things… A-and I wanted to… help you. (He gasps and holds his hand to Xalvador’s face) Th-thank you so much… for everything… for sacrificing things for me… and protecting me… and being at my side… since the moment I could speak… I… I… I love you so… so much…… (He gasps for air as tears stream down his face) Please try to be… a-at peace… (He closes his eyes)

Shigure: (He clenches his fist as Kouta stops breathing) No…

Kei: (He runs his hand through his hair) Shit… you’ve gotta be joking…

Gale: (He stands up and glares at Somnus) …

Somnus: Gale…?

Gale: (He points at Somnus) You know, you’re right, father. You didn’t deserve his kindness! (He growls) Just because Kouta forgave you, doesn’t mean we have! You did this. And now we’re all paying for it!!! Kouta didn’t want us to fight. So I won’t fight you. But I won’t forgive you. (He turns away) You’re pathetic.

Somnus: (He looks at the blood on his hands and trembles) …I'm… sorry…

– –

Sully: Sticky?… (She blushes) O-oh, don’t worry about it! Hey! (She clears her throat and holds Volt’s hand) H-hey, we’ll just get you a new pair! And maybe a new outfit? Sound good? (She laughs as Volt apologizes) Nah, nah. I actually wanted to take you somewhere. (She looks around and walks into the forest with Volt) I’ll show you the place where I live. Just for a minute. Then we’ll go right back. (She grins) You can get changed and stuff. Ylisse’s fashion is pretty good, I think. (She looks around for the portal) …

???: (She stands in the shadows and glares at Sully and Volt) ……………

Sully: Hm? Who the hell? (She looks at ???) …… Oh, it’s just you, Tharja. Did Miriel send you or something?

Tharja: Yes. Though I don’t understand why me. (She scowls) So what do you want?

Sully: Well, I guess you’re gonna have to help us get home. Weird that Miriel didn’t send her son Laurent or something…

Tharja: Excuse me? I’m just as capable… except I’m better. (She grips her tome)

Sully: Sure, I trust you. (She shrugs) You’re fighting with us after all.

Tharja: …… (She looks at Volt) Who is this. (She blinks as Volt introduces herself) ……… Well then… nice to meet you. (She grins and opens her tome) You seem naive. Hee hee hee hee hee… I want to curse you.

Sully: (She shakes her head) Tharja, we just need a portal, all right? No hexing us, if ya don’t mind.

Tharja: …Fine… (She creates the portal) I need to get back to stalking people anyway…

Sully: Riiight… Okay, let’s get movin. (She picks up Volt and walks through the portal with Tharja)

Tharja: (She steps out of the portal with them) …… So, is that all? I’m busy you know…

Sully: Uh, sure Tharja. Just a sec while we get changed. (She smiles at Volt) And then maybe I’ll introduce you to a few friends of mine. I’m sure they’d be happy to meet ya.

Tharja: ……… Well, when you’re done being boring, I’ll be testing out my hexes on unsuspecting victims… (She walks off)

Sully: Alrighty. Heh… (She turns to Volt) Alright, this here’s the Shepherd’s garrison. This is where we train, eat, hang out… y'know. Basically where we all live. (She sets Volt down gently and leads her to a building) Believe it or not, we got ourselves an outfitter. Let’s see what they have. Maybe you’ll find something you like! (She grins and walks inside with her)

???: (He looks up at Sully and Volt as they enter) Oh, Sully! Welcome! May I help you find anything? ^^

Sully: Hey, Forrest. We’re just here to look around. (She smiles and sighs as Volt looks around at the dresses and clothes) …

Forrest: (He smiles at Sully) Is this your girlfriend? What’s her name?

Sully: Wha–?! Well, I mean… yeah… Her name’s Volt. (She facepalms and blushes) You always say those things outright like that. Geez.

Forrest: (He laughs) My apologies. It’s not like you to visit this store for any reason other than to buy armor.

Sully: Well, this is an emergency alright?! (She turns to Volt as she calls her over) Huh? Oh, what’s up? You find something? (She kneels down and looks at the outfit Volt picked) O-oh, wow… (She blushes) Yeah. You’d look nice in that. Want to try it on?

Forrest: One of my cutest creations, if I may say so. ^^ (He nods) You have good taste, miss Volt.

Sully: (She grins) Forrest is probably the best damn dressmaker I’ve met. And my friend. You’re in luck.

Forrest: Hee hee. Why thank you!

Sully: Oh, by the way, Forrest… you wouldn’t happen to stock, err, undergarments, would ya? (She rubs the back of her head)

Forrest: Of course. They’re on those racks over there. (He points to a rack) Unfortunately, I’m still learning how to make those types of things, so I had those ordered. They’re brand new.

Sully: Ah, alright. Thanks. (She turns away and blushes as Volt chooses) E-err, I won’t peek when you change. I promise.

Forrest: Oh, by the way, first customers get their first purchase completely free. ^^

Sully: What?! (She looks at him) That has never been a thing! Dude, seriously, I’ll pay!

Forrest: (He shakes his head) No, no, Sully, you don’t have to. Please think of it as a gift. And on the contrary, it has always been a thing. Don’t you remember?

Sully: Errr… no? Has it? (She scratches her head)

Forrest: Yes it has, miss brawn. ^^

Sully: What’s that supposed ta mean? (She folds her arms) Well… alright then. I guess that’s fine. Forrest, you’re seriously gonna get taken advantage of someday.

Forrest: (He laughs) Whatever happens, happens. (He looks at Volt) Hm? Who, me? I’m a boy. Why do you ask?

Sully: (She sighs) Well, everyone asks you that the first time they meet you, dude… Uh, even I did.

Forrest: Oh yes, that’s true. Well, I’m simply comfortable dressing like this. I’ve learned to deal with the heckling. Sully even beats up people that make fun of me. Wh-which I suppose I’m thankful for, but…

Sully: But what?!?! (She slams her hand on the counter) That’s what they get!!!! You just keep being yourself, got it Forrest?!! And I’ll keep being MY self too!!

Forrest: (He sighs) I don’t have a say, do I? @@;

Sully: Nope! (She turns to Volt and grins) Now, let’s get you changed!

Forrest: Hehe. ^^;

– –

Tohru: (He walks in the courtyard with Aya) So, you are interested in the occult club, Aya?

Aya: Yeah! (She nods) Just one question, is the occult club like Harry Potter magic? Because if so, I’ll totally join!

Tohru: I… suppose so. You could think of it like that. Yes. Please join.

Aya: All right, sure! (She sighs) Anyway, I really need a boyfriend. It’s high school, after all!

Tohru: All of your relationships have ended in blood…

Aya: Heh, yeah. But that’s why we’re friends! You even helped me kill some of my boyfriends. So thanks!

Tohru: Sure…… (He looks at ???? as he walks past) I-it’s senpai!

Aya: Hm? (She looks at ????) Oh yeah, that guy. I swear, there isn’t a moment where he isn’t surrounded by girls. I’ve got my eye on Shige from class 2-b so I couldn’t care less about him.

Tohru: (He stares at ???? as he walks into the school building) Oh… senpai…

Aya: So what ever happened with you and Koshi?

Tohru: (He glares away from Aya) Don’t ever mention him to me ever again… he’s the worst… I never want to see Koshi again… I’ll kill him if he ever tries to speak to me… (He clenches his fist) Choosing a girl over me…

Aya: I see… he betrayed you, eh? Well, good luck with your senpai by the way. So many girls are probably going to confess to him. They’re already on him like leeches =_=

Tohru: I don’t care. I-I’ll eviscerate anyone that tries to steal him away from me… (He blushes and holds his arms together) No one will survive me…

Aya: Heh heh. Count me in! What do you like about him so much, anyway?

Tohru: (He looks at Aya) I could go on and on about senpai all day. Are you sure you want to know Aya…

Aya: (She shrugs) Eh, sure.

Tohru: Very well. Senpai is so confident and handsome, and his smile… and his eyes… And… I-I attend every single one of his basketball games and practices… he’s so unbelievably handsome when he sweats… (He blushes and drools) A-a-and he’s so very kind and outgoing, and his voice is so loud and nice, and I just love to watch him eat, and breathe, and sleep, and even– @///////@

Aya: Say no more! (She grins) I know how you feel, Tohru. I have something like that with my Shige senpai.

Tohru: Yes, of course…

–

Tohru: (He peeks at ???? from behind a wall) …….

girl: (She approaches ???? shyly) Um… senpai! Good morning!

Tohru: …… (He narrows his eyes) …

girl: (She blushes as ???? responds) Have a good day, senpai! ^//////^ (She walks back to her friends)

Tohru: (He clenches his fist) /Pathetic…/ …………… Ah! (He gasps and hides behind the wall as ???? spots him) /No!!! H-he saw me!/ (He holds his stomach and breathes shakily) … (He listens as another student starts to talk to ????) /Perfect… I need to escape!!/ (He runs into the bathroom and breathes heavily) …… /Senpai looked at me… for the first time ever!/ (He blushes and drools) /I-I think I might die…!/

student: (He finishes drying his hands and bumps into Tohru) Wh-whoa! Sorry– err… O___O;;; /Dammit… It’s that weird goth kid that runs the occult club! Why did I have to run into the weirdest kid in school??/ Er, sorry about that Kunikuda-san. @_@;

Tohru: (He looks at the student and smiles crookedly) Oh… no, truly, it was my fault… so sorry, sir.

student: (He walks out quickly) O_O;

–

teacher: Alright class, that’s enough for today. Spend the rest of class… uh… doing whatever you want. (He sighs) I’m exhausted…

class: (they begin chattering)

Tohru: (He packs his books and sits silently) ……….

intercom: [[Tohru Kunikuda of class 1-A, please report to the main office with your club members. Tohru Kunikuda, to the main office with your club members. Thank you.]]

class: (They look at Tohru)

student 1: (He whispers) /It’s that goth kid…/

student 2: (He whispers) /God he’s so creepy… what do you think he does?/

student 4: (She whispers) /I hear he runs the occult club… I wouldn’t talk to him. He might use you as a sacrifice or something…/

students: (They laugh quietly)

Tohru: …… (He grips his bag)

teacher: Kunikuda, go ahead.

Tohru: (He trembles and walks out with his bag) ……… (He shuts the classroom door and walks down the hallway) ………

Aya: (She walks out of her classroom and looks around) … (She spots Tohru) Tohru! (She walks with him to the main office)

Tohru: Hello, Aya. You and I are the only members of the club.

Aya: That’s true. ^^’ We really need more… Anyway, I think all the clubs are meeting in the main office right now… that includes us. For the culture festival next week. (She walks into the main office with Tohru)

Tohru: Culture festival?… I don’t really feel like being a part of it… (He sighs)

Aya: Aw, but it’ll be fun. My Shige senpai is the student council president… (She blushes)

Tohru: (He looks around at the people in the office) …….Ugh, it’s crowded… Gross……

students: (They all chatter)

Aya: Whoa~ All the clubs are here. This main office is huge… o_o The baseball team, the art club, even the math club… oh, there’s the basketball team with your senpai in it, too.

Tohru: (He gasps) B-basketball team…? (He spots ???? and his team members and hides behind Aya) Aya… it… it’s senpai…! (He blushes)

Aya: Aw, don’t hide. .___.

Tohru: I-I have to… He saw me stalking him. I can’t let him see me… I-I’ll die. I’ll kill myself. (He trembles and blushes more)

Aya: No you won’t. ._. (She folds her arms) Well, you’re gonna have to speak for our club. You’re the leader.

Tohru: You… you can have the leader title, Aya. Take it. You’re welcome…

Aya: No. =_= You’re speaking for the occult club and that’s final. (She pulls Tohru out from behind her)

Tohru: (He trembles) Urgh…

vice principal: All right, clubs! (He claps)

everyone: (They stop talking)

vice principal: Ahem– Okay, is everyone here? Uh, okay! So, first of all, please raise your hand if your club will not participate in the culture festival.

Tohru: ……… (He starts to raise his hand)

Aya: (She pulls Tohru’s arm down) ^^;

Tohru: (He looks down) ……

vice principal: (He looks around) Everyone wishes to participate? Oh ho! Excellent! The principal will be very pleased. So, what the student council has decided… is a teamwork project among clubs! You will each be partnered with another club and planning your very own specialized event! Exciting, eh?

Everyone: (they chatter excitedly)

Tohru: (He holds his arms and grips them) I feel sick…

Aya: Heh, scared we’ll get paired with the basketball club?

Tohru: Yes. Can we please leave…

Aya: Let’s stay. This sounds like fun!

Tohru: (He covers his face) No…  this is torture… I hate the culture festival in the first place. This is just ten times worse…

vice principal: All right folks, I’ve got the list right here of the pairs! (He takes out the list)

A few students: (they groan)

vice principal: Ahahaha! Yes, yes, so sorry you can’t choose. But it might be a bit of a disaster if we let ya just choose willy nilly… (He clears his throat and reads from the paper) Alrighty, first pair is… baseball club and art club!

Art club leader: (She grins and shakes hands with the baseball team captain)

student 1: (She whispers to her friend) /I really hope we don’t get paired with the occult club… their clubroom is so creepy…/

student 2: /I know right?/ ;_;

Tohru: Oh, how unfortunate… everyone hates us, Aya. It’s not too late to leave. (He looks at Aya)

Aya: We’re staying, so live with it. =w=

Vice principal: All righty, and math club is with the volleyball team, (He read from the paper) Dance club is with the knitting club. Reading club, you’ll be with the anime club, soccer team with the astrology club, aaand… the basketball team is with the occult club.

A few students: (They sigh in relief)

Vice principal: (He folds up the paper) That’s all for now, the rest is up for you to decide, folks!

Aya: Heh heh heh… what good luck, eh Tohru? ^^ (She waves at ???? and his teammates)

Tohru: No… curse my luck… goodbye. (He starts to walk out)

Aya: (She grabs Tohru) We’re doing this. :3 (She grins and pulls Tohru over to ???? and his teammates)

Tohru: N-no! I can’t do it… (He blushes deeply and hides behind Aya)

Aya: (She grins at ????) Heya, so you’re the team captain of the basketball team right? We’re the occult club. Pleased to work with you! We’re only first years, but I hope we can work together. (She pulls Tohru out from behind her and points at him) This is Tohru Kunikuda. He’s the leader of this club.

Tohru: ……… (He trembles as ???? holds his hand out) ………

Aya: … (She nudges Tohru) Shake his hand already? ^^;

Tohru: /Senpai's… hand…/ …… (He shakily holds out his hand) …Yes… nice to w-work with you… (He trembles more and blushes as ???? shakes his hand) ……………… (He quickly pulls his hand away and runs out) … Q//////////////////Q

Aya: Hahaha. Um… =_=; (She grins at ???? and his teammates) Don’t worry, he doesn’t hate you guys or anything. He’s just uhh… shy. Yeah, shy. o_o’ So, see you guys after school today! We’ll uh… try to plan something. Heh. =3=; So, you guys wanna meet in our clubroom? Or is that too spooky for ya? >:D

– –

Xiaoli: (He glares at Miyoshi) L-like I would even want to do such a thing with YOU! Do not make fun of me!! >:///////////C (He kneels down to Screws) Muqin, are you okay?

Lei: (He looks at Screws wound and shakes his head) Screws… If I’m causing you problems, then… (He sighs as Screws interrupts him) Yeah… me neither. I can’t stand the thought of you with someone else, after all. (He smiles) I might have something for that wound. Gorgon, hey. (He kicks his hind leg that Gorgon was wrapped around)

Gorgon: (He hisses lowly and stretches up) What isss it? (He looks at Screws then at Xiaoli) … Child… You are safe after all. I am pleased.

Xiaoli: Gorgon, you look disgusting. =n= How long were you asleep for? Ewww.

Gorgon: I’m glad to hear your voice, even if it is an insult towards me. (He looks at Lei) Now what is it? I am still in the middle of a dream…

Lei: Gorgon, you’ve got healing venom, don’t you? You think you could repair metal?

Gorgon: (He looks at the wound on Screws snout) ……… Yes, it is fixable. (He flicks his tongue) Would you like me to repair it?

Lei: If you wouldn’t mind.

Gorgon: Very well…… (He inches towards Screws) This will sting just a bit. But you will feel better. (He pokes his fangs gently into Screws snout and injects the venom)

Xiaoli: (He watches) ……. o.o

Gorgon: (He takes his fangs out of her snout and watches as it heals) … There. Now may I please sleep…

Lei: (He sighs in relief) Yup. Thanks for that.

Xiaoli: It is all better! :O Wow! Gorgon is not a good-for-nothing after all! ^^

Gorgon: (He wraps himself around Lei’s hind leg and sleeps) …

Lei: (He nuzzles Screws) You okay? … (He smiles) Good. (He looks at Xiaoli) Hey kid, you still late for school?

Xiaoli: Huh? o.o Oh, y-yes I am!!! @_@ (He puts his bag around his shoulders and grabs Yukko) Senpai, hurry! Hurry!!

Yukko: Aw man, already?… Are you sure we’re late though? :3

Xiaoli: Did you not say school starts soon?!

Yukko: Yeah? (She looks at her watch) Oh, actually, I read the time wrong! We have 2 hours to spare :D

Xiaoli: Perfect, we are going to be 2 hours early! Let’s go now! >:C (He runs out)

Yukko: Whaaat?!! No way! I want to go back to sleep! Xiaoliiiii! .__. (She slouches and follows him)

Lei: (He laughs and calls to Xiaoli) Oh, hang on kid! You’re forgetting something!

Yukko: (She walks backwards into the room and looks at them) Forgot? o.o

Xiaoli: (He runs back into the room) Yes, what?!

Lei: (He grins as Screws licks Xiaoli’s cheek) Your kiss? Heh! (He licks Xiaoli’s other cheek)

Xiaoli: Wha– what is this?! >/////////< What?? (He hugs Lei and Screws) Okay then, I accept!! Now good bye!

Lei: Aw come on kid, just stay one more hour. Hang out with your muqin and I. (He grins at Screws)

Xiaoli: E-eh? Oh… well… ohhh… fine… .////. (He releases Lei and Screws) I do need a bath anyway. @^@

Yukko: (She wipes her forehead) Phew… close call. o.o (She sits back down next to Tazaki and rests her head on the table) Zzzzzzzz… -w-

Lei: (He tilts his head and looks at Xiaoli) By the way, kid… What graphic literature?

Xiaoli: (He turns red) Wh- wh- what? What are you talking about? @///////@ I don’t know!

Lei: (He laughs) Hahaha! Just kidding. I know all about your comic books.

Xiaoli: (He covers his face) What?!! Lei, I can’t believe you snooped in my bag too! Q//////////Q Now everyone knows except for dumb dumb senpai!

Yukko: (She snores and drools on the table) -v-

Lei: Hey, I don’t mind. If that’s how you are, then that’s alright with me. You’re my son now after all. I’ll support you no matter what. Your muqin agrees, too. (He smiles as Screws nods) I know your foster father was pretty mean about that. But I want you to be yourself around us.

Xiaoli: O… oh. o//^//o Okay… I will.

Lei: So, you have a boyfriend or anything yet, Xiaoli? Or a crush on someone in school? :3

Xiaoli: (He blushes) N-NO!!! (He points at Miyoshi as he makes a remark) Leave me alone!! You pickle!!! >///////////< I am going to take a bath! (He runs into the bathroom)

Lei: (He laughs) ^^

– –

???: (He walks around aimlessly) ……. .__. Where am I? Is this where the wedding is supposed to be?… (He gets tapped by Seth and turns around) Oh… hello Seth. It seems I’ve missed the whole event. You can punish me as you like. (He flinches as Seth hugs him) … Well… it is good to see you too. ………… You… you can stop touching me now ._. (He blinks as Seth releases him) Sorry. I didn’t mean to seem rude…

Henry: (He sneaks up behind ??? and taps him) …?

???: Uhhh! (He jumps and looks at Henry) … Henry!!! You scared me…

Henry: Hiii Oliver! What are you doing here?

Oliver: Seth invited me… he was the only one that wanted to be my friend in school besides you. ._. …… So… How many people have you killed since the last time we met?

Henry: Oh, I don’t know~ (He smiles)

Oliver: (He sighs) … Even without Mariam’s commands, you still kill for fun… you’re really sick…

Henry: Mm! She would be so proud of me!

Oliver: … You need to stop thinking like that. She was horrible. She was horrible to you, most of all…

Henry: What are you talking about? She only punished me because she loved me the most… she said so.

Oliver: No… she did it because she was sick in the head. And you’re sick in the head too, because of her. She brainwashed you… like she did Juuzou. He’s probably just as psycho as you are… ._.

?????: (He peeks from behind Henry) Juuzou? Me?

Oliver: Juuzou?!!! X_X Why? Why are you here too? (He covers his mouth) I’m gonna be sick… Henry and Juuzou in the same place is… disastrous…

Juuzou: Don’t worry Oliver, I’ll behave myself… maybe.

Henry: Ohh!!! Juuzou!!!!! (He bounces excitedly)

Juuzou: Henry, how nice to see you~ My friend Lady invited me here.

Henry: Oh really? I haven’t seen you since you tried to kill me! Hahaha.

Juuzou: That was an accident… Sorry. ^^

Henry: It’s okay. You work for the CCG. Do you even like it there?

Juuzou: I think so. I mean, I get to kill all the time… Mhm… lots of ghouls get killed… (He stares into space) … Ohh… I hope I don’t offend you, Henry. You’re a ghoul after all.

Henry: No. I don’t care very much about who gets killed. (He smiles)

Oliver: (He grits his teeth) …

Juuzou: You seem angry, Oliver. (He smiles innocently)

Oliver: Just stop it, Juuzou…

Juuzou: … Hee hee~

Oliver: And you… (He glares at Henry) How can you not care, Henry? This is our species…

Henry: (He tilts his head) We kill humans all the time, don’t we? Plus, everyone dies.

Oliver: (He grabs Henry) Don’t say that…!

Henry: Why not?… It’s true, right? (He grips Oliver’s arm and pulls it away)

Oliver: Ow… (He rubs his arm) Ugh… forget it.

Galanus: (He walks over to them with Braho) He’s over here, I think…? (He looks at Oliver and Juuzou) Oliver, Juuzou?? Wow, it’s been a while! ;_;

Oliver: Yes, Galanus, it has… (He looks up at Braho) o__o; Are… are you Henry’s friend? Look I only grabbed him because he wouldn’t listen to me… You’d know after 2 seconds of meeting him that he has some sort of adhd problem… .__.’

Henry: (He hugs Braho) Braho!!! I saw you! Wow!! You were best man? What does that mean?… And I still don’t really understand what a wedding is at all!

Oliver: (He looks at them)…… /Did Henry just… hug him??… He doesn’t even hug Galanus…/ …(He blinks)… /He seems kind. And he can actually put up with Henry…  I would have lost my patience already./ ._.’ (He looks at Braho) Oh, yeah… I’m Oliver. And you're… Braho?

Juuzou: (He smiles and shakes Braho’s hand) Hiya, my name’s Juuzou Suzuya! Nice to meet you!~

Galanus: These two are Henry's… uhhh… friends? ^^’ They were Big Madam’s other pets…

Juuzou: (He glances over as Lady and Gamzee approach) Oh! Lady! Congratulations~… (He skips over to Lady and hugs her)

Gamzee: (He grins) We’re having a great motherfuckin time…

Sal: (She walks over with Malik) Oh, there you two are! Congratulations! ^^

Gamzee: (He grins at Sal) Thanks sister.

Juuzou: (He sneaks around everyone as they continue to talk) ……. (He taps Henry) Hey, hey, Henry…

Henry: Yes?

Juuzou: (He smiles) Let’s go, let’s go~ kill someone!

Henry: Ah… You’re right! Good idea, Juuzou! (He pulls a knife out of his shirt) I’m coming~ (He starts to follow Juuzou but gets lifted up by Braho) Aw! You caught me… (He drops his knife) Noooo… my knife. ._.

Juuzou: Ohhh… So, no death… at all? (He pouts as Lady agrees) Aw man…

Henry: (He climbs onto Braho’s back and hugs him) I’ll just stay here then… and not kill anyone.

Juuzou: How boring… so boring.

Oliver: This is why I hate being around you two at the same time… you murderers @_@ You’re too dangerous together.

Galanus: Yeah… Maybe we should keep them separated. o_o’

Henry: (He rests his chin on Braho’s shoulder) …….Braho, what is a wedding anyway? Why did they try to eat each other’s faces off at the end?… …… They were kissing? What’s kissing again? Is that a bad thing?…… It's… not? But they really looked like they wanted to eat each other. So I thought a wedding was a cannibalistic ritual. (He smiles)

Galanus: Heh… You have a lot to learn still. ._.’ (He thinks) Hmm… but anyway, I wish someone would have invited Izana. He’s really the life of a party.

Sal: Oh, that’s right! His parties are amazing… He’d be good at planning a wedding. Not that this one isn’t spectacular. ^^

Dirk: (He walks over with Seth) ……. Hey y'all. (He looks at Gamzee) You’ve got a little cake there.

Gamzee: Huh? (He laughs as Lady kisses the icing on his face) Hahahahaha. (He licks icing off of Lady’s face)

Sal: You two were really meant for each other. :3

Dirk: Yup.

Gamzee: Yeahhh?… You think so?…… I think so too… (He rests his head on Lady’s head)

?????: (She rushes over to them) We made it! (She looks around) We… we missed the whole thing, didn’t we? (She facepalms) …

???? 2: (He runs with Pidge) PIDGE!! Slow… slow down! Seriously! Seriously!! (He breathes heavily)

Pidge: Sorry Hunk. ^^’ (She looks at Dirk and Seth) You guys! (She hugs them) Argh, I’m so sorry! I missed it… I really wanted to see your wedding. But congratulations.

Dirk: Pidge, Hunk. Don’t worry about it. At least you made it. (He smirks)

Hunk: (He waves his hand and huffs) Yeah, bros… we're… really sorry. Kinda busy defending the universe and all. Phew… anyway. (He hugs them tightly) Group hug!

Dirk: –!! Can’t breathe bro.

Pidge: Hunk!!! @__@ (She chokes)

Hunk: (He releases them) …Sorry. ^^;

Dirk: Good to see you guys again… you look grown. How old are you now?

Pidge: Really? You think so?… I’m 19 now. (She pushes up her glasses) And thanks. But Hunk has always looked grown in my opinion.

Hunk: (He shrugs) True dat. Just turned 24 though!

Dirk: Yeah. I see you guys didn’t get a chance to change out of your armor. My bad for rushing you.

Pidge: Nah. (She grins) It’s just a part of the job. We should be ready at all times anyway.

Dirk: I see.

Pidge: Um, say… there’s still some food left, right? Eating alien food is getting pretty old… it’s starting to disagree with me.

Hunk: Uh-huh tell me about it!! Man, I’m dying…

Dirk: Sure, go all out.

Pidge: Thanks. Hey, congrats you two! (She waves at Seth and Dirk and runs over to the food)

Hunk: Yeah, gratz! (He follows Pidge and drools as they approach the food)

Pidge: Hunk, what should we eat first? (She spots peanut butter cookies) Oh… my… gosh. (She takes a plate and puts some cookies on the plate)

Hunk: I just want some food, man… some non-alien slime… Food. (He drools and takes a plate)

Pidge: I know! Oh man– (She bumps into Theodosia) Oh– Oops, sorry!…… Errr… Are you okay? Everyone’s over there. You look kinda lonely over here by yourself. (She frowns)

Hunk: You seem sad, too. All three of your eyes look sad. Hey, you wanna hang out with us?

Pidge: (She grins at Theodosia) We’re just getting snacks. You can join us if you want to.

Hunk: Yeah, don’t be shy! (He spots the sushi) Ooooh, someone’s gonna have to stop me from eatin’ all this… (He takes some)

Pidge: (She blinks as Theodosia questions her plate) Huh? Oh. I really like peanut butter. Especially peanut butter cookies. I don’t really like peanuts, though. Plain peanuts are really dry, ya know? (She eats a cookie)

Hunk: Yeah, yeah, same here… Ooh, look at all these appetizers. (He stacks his plate with food)

Pidge: Uhhhh… Hunk? Are you sure you can eat all that?

Hunk: Don’t underestimate this gut. (He begins eating)

Pidge: Well, if you say so. (She looks at Theodosia) Oh, yeah. I’m Pidge. (She shakes her hand) The big guy is Hunk. (She points her thumb at Hunk)

Hunk: (He waves with his mouth full) Shuuhp? (He eats another sushi roll) Whash yur name?

Pidge: Dude ._.’ You’re gonna choke. Be careful.

Hunk: (He chuckles) Shorry! It'sh shoo good… (He continues chewing)

Pidge: Anyway, we’re two of the paladins of Voltron. So yeah. What’s your name? (She smiles at Theodosia) Wow… Theodosia? That sounds really cool in my opinion. (She eats another cookie)

Hunk: Uh-huh!

Pidge: (She chokes on the cookie as her communicator on his armor rings loudly) Augh! (She coughs)

Hunk: Hahaha, you okay Pidge?

Pidge: (She clears her throat) Ahem… Argh, yeah. I’m fine. (She looks at the communicator) It’s Lance. Geez.

Hunk: Lance is calling huh? Better get ready for the…

Pidge: (She presses the button on the communicator) …

[[Lance: HEY!! You guys left without me! I said I wanted to go! This is the perfect opportunity to chat with some girls!]]

Pidge: Lance, we didn’t invite you. Sorry. And we are not here to chat with girls. ._.

[[Lance: Oh, come on… I’m on speaker, right? Hey, any cute girls there? Helloooo? My name’s Lance, and I assure you, I am VERY handsome.]]

Pidge: =_______= …

[[Lance: (He hears Theodosia speak) OH! I hear a beautiful lady! Helloooo?~]]

Pidge: (She slams her communicator shut) Nope. That’s enough of that.

Hunk: Man, that guy… (He laughs and eats more)

Pidge: (She sighs and eats another cookie) Sometimes I just don’t get him– (She chokes again as the communicator rings) Gaah!! (She coughs)

Hunk: Pidge! (He pats her back) Hang in there kid!

Pidge: (She coughs) Ack… thanks Hunk. (She opens the communicator) LANCE! Stop calling darn it!

[[?????: Haha. Is he giving you a hard time?]]

Pidge: Oh, it’s just Shiro. (She sighs) Sorry. Is there something wrong?

[[Shiro: No. Just making sure you’ll be back in an hour or so. We still have a little bit of training to finish up.]]

Pidge: Roger that.

Hunk: (He chews) Mrh! (He gives a thumbs up)

Pidge: Hunk, he can’t see you. o_o’

Hunk: Oh– I’m giving a thumbs up, Shiro!

[[Shiro: (He chuckles) Alright. See you guys later.]]

Pidge: Bye. (She shuts the communicator) Phew… can I just… enjoy my peanut butter cookies now? Is that possible? (She eats the cookie)

Hunk: I know I’m enjoying all this! (He shoves more food in his mouth)

Pidge: (She looks at Theodosia) … You know, Theodosia, you remind me of my mom. Uh… is that weird to say? I mean, admittedly, my mom didn’t have three eyes. I just feel like you two would have gotten along. Haha.

Hunk: (He fills his plate up with more food) Hey, Pidge! Why don’t you show her that thingamajig you invented yesterday? It’s so cool.

Pidge: (She pushes up her glasses) … It’s not a thingamajig, it’s a map displayer. And I didn’t really invent it. I just built it and programmed it.

Hunk: Sooo… you invented it.

Pidge: Nope. It’s a map of the entire universe. And, I spent 3 weeks on it. Not one day. That’d be impossible. (She pulls a gadget out of her backpack)

Hunk: Oh… right. Universe map. 3 weeks. Got it. (He eats more)

Pidge: (She smiles at Theodosia) I don’t know if you’d be interested, but if you’d like, I can show you a few of the maps I’ve got so far. I’m still adding more. (She floats the gadget in the air and taps it) I find more and more locations every time I upgrade it.

Hunk: (He blinks as the map appears in front of them) o_o Whoa, it’s like Allura’s 3d starmap, but smaller!

Pidge: (She expands the map slightly) Something like that. This is only a very, very, very… very…….. very….. very small fraction of the map. I’ve zoomed in about 6 million percent. And we're… here. (She points at a tiny dot floating in the map) So far I’ve added about 78 percent of the universe. It takes a while. It’s the universe, after all. (She grins)

Hunk: Yeah no kidding… o____o (He eats some seaweed)

Pidge: (She looks at Theodosia as she marvels) It’s cool isn’t it? I can make one for you if you’d like. (She eats a peanut butter cookie and zooms out on the map) Here’s the galaxy we’re in. (She zooms out on the map again) And our neighbor galaxies… (She zooms out) …and you can see most of the giants and supergiants pretty well from this angle. (She finishes the cookie) I’m trying to figure out how to make a map of all the multiverses at the moment, too. It's… difficult. And very time-consuming. (She sighs) But I’ll figure it out eventually.

Hunk: (He whispers to Theodosia) Pidge is a total genius. She’s like… a prodigy kid. I’m really jealous… don’t tell her I said that.

Pidge: I can hear you talking about me. ._. (She pushes up her glasses)

Hunk: Uh, yeahhh, I was just saying how you need to get your glasses fixed! They keep sliding off your face. ^^’

Pidge: Yup… that’s true, I guess. I forgot about that. @_@

–

Equius: (He sweats profusely as Vedal leaves) She kissed me. (He blushes a deep blue and holds his cheek)

Nepeta: (She giggles and eats a shrimp) I shrimp it :3

Equius: ………………… Thank you Nepeta.

Nepeta: (She laughs) Hee hee hee! Anyway Lord Death sure has a way with words! (She licks her paw and sits next to Equius) I would love to be his apprentice :3 So many neat dead thingies.

Equius: … (He sweats) I would advise against that.

Nepeta: (She eats another shrimp) Meh? Why nyat give it a shot? I should ask him! ^^

Equius: Hm… What ever will make you happy. (He sweats more as Vedal returns) Ah. (He trembles and takes the plate as carefully as he could) Thank you… Vedal.

Nepeta: (She holds her paw to her mouth and giggles) ewe

Nicu: (He looks around and adjusts his sunglasses) Ughh, where IS Seth? I swear, you think he’d want to see ME! (He pouts and folds his arms) And my new outfit I wore just for him. (He pouts and looks at ????) Mr. Security man, let’s go look for him!

boy: Oh my god, it’s Nicu von Leimbach!!

boy 2: Where?!

Nicu: Uuuuugh >n> (He grabs ???? and runs off) …… (He looks around) …… Phew! (He looks at ????) Okay Mr. Security man, let’s go find Seth! ^^

?????: (He smacks Nicu’s head) =___= Cousin what in the hell are you doing here? I could smell your perfume from across the room. I’m surprised you aren’t surrounded by cameras as usual…

Nicu: Hm? (He looks at ?????) OHHH, COUSIN RAINE!!!! (He squeezes Raine tightly) Mmmh ohh, you are sooo cuuuute!! >///<

Raine: (He shoves Nicu away) Stop it =.= Did Seth invite you?

Nicu: Yeahh~ He’s like, my bestest friend ever, we totally hang out and stuff… >o> (He brushes his hair)

Raine: He probably did it just to be nice. Anyway, what are you doing dragging your security guard around… He’s probably tired of you.

Nicu: Aww, not true? He totally loves me! (He wraps his leg around ????) ^3^

Raine: I think you’re just making him uncomfortable =^=;

Nicu: Nuh uh. Right, Mr. Security man? What’s your name, anyway? >3> (He looks at ????)

Raine: …… I’m done trying to reason with you. Bye. =_= (He walks off)

Nicu: Great! Byeeee! (He grabs ????’s hands) Mr. Security man, let’s go find Seth and Dirk! I’m just like dying to see them!! (He spots Keaton) Oh~ Wait a minute. I’ll bug Keaton and his boyfriend first. ^^

Niles: (He wipes his face and stands up) … Aww. (He wraps his arm around Rukh and smiles) Asgore, do tell us more about cute little Rukh here. (He groans as Rukh elbows him in the chest) Oh… That felt good. (He smirks) That look on your face sure is the opposite of the one you were making earlier…? (He gets slapped by Rukh and smiles) Don’t be like that… Heh. You know, every time you hit me, it just makes me want to tease you more.

Keaton: Well aren’t you two getting along? ._.’ …… (He looks at Masaaki and wags his tail) Masaaki? Hey, Masaaki? (He grins as Masaaki answers) Masaaki, where are you going after this? Can I go with you? Can I sniff around your place for a while? (He grins and holds Masaaki’s hand) It’s cool if not. Just wondering.

Nicu: (He sneaks up behind Keaton and grabs his ears) Hyah!~

Keaton: Nicu… I know it’s you. e_e I heard your heels clicking from a mile away.

Nicu: (He pouts and releases Keaton’s ears) You’re no fun! Hmp.

Keaton: (He looks at Masaaki as he questions) …Who, this guy? He’s not important. ._.’

Nicu: You’re sooo mean to me! :C (He puts his hands on his hips) Anyway, doggy boy, have you seen Seth around? (He puts his hand over his forehead and looks around) I need to squeeze him!

Keaton: Dunno man… But I doubt he’d wanna get squeezed. (He looks at ????) Hey, why are you dragging that poor guy around, Nicu? :/

Nicu: Hm? (He looks at ????) This is my security guard. ^^

Niles: (He glances at Nicu) Oh, hey, dracula.

Nicu: Don’t speak to me. (He puts his hands on his hips) You pervert e^e

Niles: … You’re one to talk. You’re kind of a notorious slut, Nicu… (He looks at ???? standing guard by Nicu) You knew that, right? That he’s slept with every one of his co-stars… and… everyone that offers.

Nicu: Sh-shut up! Ohmygod! >//< And not EVERY single one! =^= Just… the hot ones. And it’s not like I have a boyfriend. >n> Leave me alone.

Keaton: … I had no idea. Well, you do kind of smell like pheromones now that you mention it. ._.

Niles: (He chuckles) ………So, you sleep with your security guard yet?

Nicu: (He blushes) I don’t sleep with EVERYONE, Niles!! Gawd! >//////< Besides, my Mr. Security man is too pure and innocent. I’ve never met someone at hot and buff as him that’s also a virgin. I don’t intend to ruin that for him. -^- (He pats ????’s back)

Niles: Oh?~

Keaton: This atmosphere is making me really uncomfortable. =_=

Nicu: Ya Niles, stop hitting on me and go kiss your boyfriend e^e

Niles: Hm? Ah, thanks for reminding me. (He sneaks up behind Rukh) ……. (He kisses his neck) Surprise~ (He gets smacked and laughs)

Keaton: That’s so weird how they show love to each other. I think it’s love? Is it?… Or do they hate each other?

Nicu: Some love is just angry like that? ^^

Keaton: I guess so… (He blinks as a group approaches them) O___O Uhh……

Nicu: (He facepalms) Ughh, nooo…

reporter: (He runs over with the group) Nicu! We’d like your personal opinion on this matter–

photographer: (He takes pictures)

group: (They all chatter and surround Nicu)

Keaton: Masaaki! (He picks up Masaaki before he could get swarmed) Uh, let’s get outta here! @_@ (He runs off with Masaaki in his arms)

reporter 2: Is it true that you and Flandre Trust are dating?!

Nicu: E-excuse me?? That dumpster and I have nothing to do with each other. Look– (He gets pushed) Ow– Ughh. (He gets squished by the group) Hey! Y-you’re too close to me! -n- You pests… I can’t believe you followed me to my friend’s wedding. =^=’

Journalist: (She writes in her notepad)

reporter 5: Nicu, are you going to be attending this year’s–

group: (They back away as ???? steps in front of Nicu)

reporters: (They continue chattering as they were pushed away)

photographer: (He continues to take more pictures as he was pushed out)

Nicu: (He sighs in relief as ???? escorts the group out) .____.

Keaton: (He peeks from behind a pillar with Masaaki) …… Is it clear?… (He walks back over to Nicu with Masaaki) What the heck was that?

Nicu: (He groans and lies on a couch) Oh Keaton!! Masaaki!!! (He puts his leg in the air and sighs dramatically) ;^;

Keaton: What? o_o

Nicu: Those little dumpster mice won’t leave me alone! (He takes off his sunglasses and runs his fingers through his hair in frustration) I knew I should have worn a better disguise. T^T I’m just too beautiful to go unrecognized… They spotted me right away!

Keaton: Your security guy got rid of them though. (He points as ???? approaches)

Nicu: (He stands up) OH!!! (He jumps onto ???? and hugs him) Mr. Security man!! Thank youuu!! I love you! T____T You’re so my hero! I’m going to reward you. (He holds ????’s face) Do you want anything? A car? 5 cars? Do you want me to buy you a mansion? Just name it!! ;3;

Keaton: Geez, how rich are you? ._.’

– –

Aki: (He looks at Ridia) Oh!! Really? Alicia’s coming?! (He adjusts his hair) Do I look good, Lien?! D:

Asugi: (He looks at Joah then at Lien) ……… Damn… .////.’

Aki: Asugi, I need help! (He shakes Asugi) I have to look good when Alicia gets here! @_@

Asugi: Er– What? (He looks at Aki) Bro, she’s your wife… she’ll think you look good. She sees your mug every day, right?

Aki: Oh… true ^^’ Hahaha.

Felicia: Ah, i-is princess Alicia really coming? I should alert Queen Dana-sama! :O She’ll be so happy! I’ll be right back! (She runs out) Yay, so exciting!– (She trips and falls over) @///////@ (She stands up and continues running)

Mozu: (She pokes Lien’s wing gently) Oh my oh my!! :O That’s amazin! Lien darlin, how’re you gonna tuck these into yer shirt? :0

Asugi: (He smiles as Mozu and Lien talk) …

Mozu: I see! Oooh… (She smiles) Well, I’ll get going… I believe I left my pot roast cookin’. (She hugs Lien) Bye bye, hon! It was real nice to meet ya! ^^ (She hugs Asugi) Bye bye, Sugi! You better come visit me! (She smooches Asugi’s cheek)

Asugi: (He hugs Mozu) Sure, I’ll swing by sometime. Bye, ma.

Aki: Oh, bye Mozu! Good to see you :D

Mozu: (She waves) Byebye!! Love ya’ll! ^^ (She walks out)

Aki: (He waves) … (He looks at Lien and thinks) Umm… Lien… you’re Lord Lien now?… (He puts his hand to his chin in thought) And you have Joah’s genes… somehow… so does that mean… me or Alicia is related to Joah somehow? ._. (He lies down on the ground next to Lien and Joah and thinks) ……I’m so confused.

Asugi: Uh… same. (He looks at Lien) You… you’re still Lien, right?

Aki: Yeah… (He sits up quickly and raises his finger) Ah! Wait, Lien, I have a serious question! D: (He stands up) It’s just, you’re so smart! And I’m so, uh… not smart! How did you get so smart?! (He sighs and thinks) Is… is Alicia that smart? Well, she is really smart and pretty… but I didn’t know she was THAT smart. Man… all this thinking is frying my brain… (He lies down on the floor next to Lien’s feet)

Asugi: You’re smart, Aki. In a sense… Ya know?

Aki: I am? o3o …… Hmmmm… Lien, what kind of danger are you facing with the other transcendent beings? And who are they anyway? o_o You’ll be okay right? I can pack you a lunch if you need to go on a perilous journey. You want peanut butter and jelly? :D (He laughs as Lien kneels down to him and pokes his cheek) Hahaha. But I am seriously worried…

?????: (He walks in tiredly) ……… (He bumps into Aki with his foot) ……?? Oh… I must have forgotten to clean up yesterday…… Hmmm…

Aki: (He sits up and looks at ?????) Dwyer! o_o

Dwyer: (He blinks and looks at Aki) Huh? Who are you…..?

Aki: Dwyer, it’s me, Aki! I’m uh, not dead.

Dwyer: ……… That’s… surprising. Everyone was so sure that you died… and you scared me. I was really sad.

Aki: Sorry about that. ^^’

Asugi: (He looks at Dwyer) Hey Naps, you working here? I thought you were only butler-ing because your dad told you to.

Dwyer: Yeah… I’m only doing this because of him… But I’m kind of glad I did… Dana and Riku are nice people… They let me sleep on breaks…

Asugi: You’re really good at it though. You make some killer sweets.

Aki: Yeah, since you were little! :O

Dwyer: I know that. But it’s just so… exhausting sometimes… And I’m doubling as a guard… Apparently I’m a “gifted” strategist… ughh…

Asugi: You know Naps, for a guy who sleeps all the time, you’re pretty good at everything.

Dwyer: I didn’t ask for this… ._.

Asugi: (He blinks as 2 maids approach Dwyer) Hm? Oh crap… (He hides behind Lien’s wings) @_@ I’m just gonna chill here if you don’t mind…

maid 1: Um, Dwyer…

maid 2: So, we were wondering…

Dwyer: (He looks at the maids) …? .____.’

maid 1: Why don’t you have a girlfriend?? ^///^

maid 2: Yeah, why? Have you not found the right girl? ^////^

Dwyer: ……… ._. What?

Aki: These maids are boy crazy… Geez… o_o;;;

maid 2: So why? You work here all the time~ Maybe we can~ ^////^

maid 1: No, me! .///.

Dwyer: (He blinks) …It’s because I don’t like girls.

maid 1: Ohhh. I see. o~o Nevermind then. Sorry Dwyer.

Dwyer: It’s okay… ._. You must have low standards if you just hit on me…

maid 1: Welllll… ^^’ You are cute. You could use a little haircut though… but other than that! @_@’

Dwyer: You don’t need to try and make me feel better… ._____.

maid 2: We do have low standards. =_=’ Good luck finding a boyfriend here, Dwyer. You should switch jobs while you still can. q_q We’re trying so hard. There’s just… no boys here. They’re all old married men and old ladies. ;___; (She sobs)

maid 1: (She sobs) T___T

Dwyer: I don’t really feel like dating… I’m too tired… Plus this job isn’t that bad…

maid 2: Suit yourself. Us girls are dying to find a boyfriend. ;__; Don’t worry Dwyer. We’ll find one for you too.

Dwyer: But I just said I don’t– ._.

maid 2: Hey!! (She looks at Joah and grabs maid 1’s arm) Oh my god… look at him… he’s so hot *//////////////*

maid 1: Let’s go…! @/////////@

maids: (They run over to Joah) Hi!! ^//////////^

Dwyer: .___. …… (He walks over to Aki and Lien)

Asugi: (He peeks out from behind Lien) ……

Aki: H-how many of those maids are there in this castle? O_O

Dwyer: 10 maids… I’m the only butler…

Aki: Wow. o__o

Asugi: Ya don’t say?

Dwyer: (He sighs) I have to pick up everyone’s slack when they’re staring at boys all day… or when Felicia falls on her face. .____.

Aki: I see. Ya know Dwyer, if you get a boyfriend, he’ll get to eat your cooking all day. TwT  

Dwyer: (He smiles) Maybe. If I’m not too tired to cook… but for now, I’ll just cook for everyone…

Aki: Yay :D Your banana custard pies are so good! T__T

Asugi: Yeah. It was so good, you had to make like 8 pies last time. (He holds his hands together) Rightfully so. It was… so damn good.

Dwyer: (He groans) No way… there’s no way I can make 8 pies in one day ever again… I can make one for you guys secretly… but that’s it. ._. I fell asleep in the whipped cream last time.

Aki: Yaaay! :D We promise we won’t force you to make pies. ^^;

Dwyer: Thanks… @_@’ (He looks at Lien and Sigma) …… Wait… so who are you…? ._.

Aki: Oh, this is my son Lien, and his guardian Sigma. (He smiles)

Dwyer: I see.. Maybe I should make 2 pies… if we have so many guests… (He looks at Ultra and Augustus) Do you want some too? ._. (He blinks as Felicia walks in with Dana and Riku) ……… How many should I make…? .___.

– –

Naoki: (He hops onto Stephan and Ryou and walks on them) =_=

Ryou: (He opens his eyes) … (He blinks and notices his head on Stephan’s shoulder) O////^/////O;; (He sits up quickly)

Naoki: (He hops onto the back of the seat they were on)

Ryou: …? (He looks up at Stephan) Y-y-you didn't… mind it…? Oh… O-okay ^///v///^

Naoki: (He paws Stephan’s hair) o_o

Ryou: (He stares at Stephan for a moment) ……. (He blushes and looks the other way) N-n-nothing… s-sorry… I-I just…. I think I r-remember… something. About you! (He looks at Stephan and smiles) I… I’m sure it was you… St-Stephan. I-I-I was in middle school… And you-you… m-must have been in high school…

//

Ryou: (He holds his backpack and walks along the sidewalk) ……… O-oh…? (He looks at his classmates on the baseball field) ……

??? 1: Taka, catch! (He throws the ball)

??? 2: Guys, let’s do a practice game!

Ryou: (He walks over shyly and looks at ??? 2) Um– can-can– c-can– can I– j-j-join?

??? 2: (He looks at Ryou) …? Who are you?

??? 5: (He laughs) It’s that broken record from yesterday!! What are you doing here? We said you can’t play.

Ryou: (He looks down) U-um… Bu-bu-but– I-I-I kn-know h-how to— to p-pitch—

??? 1: (He mimics Ryou) “Buh-buh-buh– I-I-I-I-”– What, you can’t talk or something? Are you stupid?? (He laughs)

??? 4: Hahahaha!!!!

Ryou: (He tears up) I… I-I j-j-just… I-I-I w-wanted t-to–

??? 1: Can you shut up already? Why are you even here? You look and sound like a fag. Go play softball with the girls or something.

??? 4: Yeah, I heard he likes boys! This is the guy that had a crush on Haji-senpai in elementary school!

??? 1: What? Gross… good thing Haji beat the shit out of him…

Ryou: (He backs away) ……

??? 4: No way! He did? Hah!! That’s hilarious!

??? 1: Hahaha– (He stops laughing as Stephan walks up to them) Eh–? (He gets punched in the face by Stephan) X_X

??? 5: Oh crap… it’s a high schooler! (He runs off with the others)

Ryou: (He gasps and looks at ??? 1 on the ground) U-um– um– um– @A@ (He looks up at Stephan)

??? 1: (He struggles as Stephan grabs him) H-hey– chill man! I’ll leave him alone! (He was punched again) Agh!!!

Ryou: A-ahh– w-w-w-wait… a-a m-minute…!

??? 1: …… (He scrambles to his feet as he was dropped roughly) @___@ (He runs off)

Ryou: (He looks up at Stephan and trembles) …… U-u-um…  (He looks down) ………! (He jumps in surprise as Stephan talks) …….!! (He blushes) O-o… o-o-okay!! I-I… I… I’ll t-try… I-I’ll try to-to stand up for myself next time!! (He nods) …… (He looks at Stephan as he walks off) ……… (He nods and begins to walk home) S-s-stand… stand… stand up f-for myself…

//

Ryou: Th-that was when my stutter was really bad… B-but, it got better! Kind of… @v@; (He smiles at Stephan) I-I don’t know if I ever th-thanked you……. Th-that day, made me r-really happy! I-I… I stood up for myself… after that! W-well, I tried to… (He trembles and holds Stephan’s hand) But– I-I-I’m really s-so grateful… that I could m-meet you again!

Naoki: (He purrs) …

Ryou: (He looks at Stephan) O-oh, d-do you need to go? I-it’s okay… I’m sorry for keeping you for so long… I-I-I just like to… have you here…

Naoki: (He hops down from the seat and walks inside)

Ryou: (He walks to the front door with Stephan and puts on a pair of slippers) W-well… Th-th-thanks for coming over today! (He bows) @///////////@

Naoki: (He meows and walks outside with Chumpie) :3

Ryou: o///////o; U-ummmm… s-s-so…

Naoki: (He peeks at them) o_o (He paws Chumpie) /Hey, what do you think is wrong with our owners? Humans are so weird./ =3= ……… (He looks at a flower pot that was on the ground) …… (He knocks it over) o-o

Ryou: Y-y-you can c-call me any time, o-or text me… if-if you need anything at all! I'll—I’ll be here… Um… f-for you, th-that is… @/////////@ (He looks down)

Naoki: (He watches them with Chumpie) o__o

Ryou: (He trembles and kisses Stephan’s cheek gently) O-okay… b-… b-… bye! @/////v/////@

Naoki: (He blinks and looks at Chumpie) o_o /What was that about? I’ve never seen my owner do that before to anyone. How weird…/ =w=

– –

Xiaoli: (He turns red and stomps over to the back of the car) As if!! You– (He mutters) Mrgmgmhgm… However, I do love you… so maybe afterwards… =///^///= (He opens the trunk and puts the groceries in) ………… What? I did not say anything!! You were hearing things, you old man. >:////C (He shuts the trunk)

Yukko: (She laughs and slaps her knee) You two are a comedy act! :“’D Hahaha! Well, bye! Good to see you hit puberty, Xiaoli o_o

Xiaoli: Thank you, senpai. ._. And thank you for the gift. Byebye. (He gets into the car)

Yukko: (She waves as they drive off) Bye bye! :D

Xiaoli: (He buckles the seat belt) Hrm, fine, I want to go home and change. And then I want to go somewhere with you. (He looks out of the window) …… But if you spend hundreds of dollars on me again like you did with that hotel room last year, I’ll kill you Miyoshi. >:c (He blushes as Miyoshi holds his hand) Ah– hey! Drive with two hands, you dumb dumb! >////////////< ……… Fine… (He grips his hand and sets the bouquet down gently) .//////. …… I love these. Th-thanks… (He thinks) …Blue roses are one of the rarest colors… (He looks at Miyoshi) You… Hey, you didn’t spend a whole bunch on just flowers did you? ;__; Urgh, I can’t believe you… I’ll let it slide just this once… (He reads the note attached to the bouquet) ……………… (His whole face turns a deep red) Miyoshi……… T/////////////T (He trembles and holds his hand tighter) …… (He wipes his eyes as tears stream down his face) Wh-what’s wrong with me crying?! I can’t help it! Gawd… you stupid carrot… ;///////////; (He turns away and looks out of the window while holding Miyoshi’s hand) Where are we going to go? It doesn’t even have to be a restaurant… I just want to go somewhere with you. (He looks down) I… I am not… interrupting your work, am I? I… I worry about that a lot. I’m sorry… if I ever do. .//////. (He looks away)

– –

Izana: (He appears with a few of the kids in front of Nox and the others) Ah! Hey y'all! Just picked up the kids for ya!

????: (She runs over to Matin and Arthur and hugs them) Ma, dad!! Sorry I’m late! Soleil, reporting for duty! Er… I mean, dinner. (She salutes to Arthur and Matin and grins)

Izana: Hiii, honeyboo! (He hugs Nox with Victoria)

Asugi: (He runs over to ???? with Lien) Zen! Oh, thank god…

Zen: (He blinks as Lien and Asugi hug him) …? Why are you guys so worried? I’m fine. o_o (He hugs them)

Asugi: We just heard about that party… you guys were lured into a trap by some killer. I was just about to high-tail it out of here.

Zen: What?! (He looks at Victoria) Victoria, your dad really saved us.

Soleil: Holy cow. x_x

Izana: Well, why d'you suppose I escorted you all out of there? I’ve been having a bad feeling all morning! (He sighs and hugs Victoria) My little Victori-bee… I’m so glad you’re safe! My sweet little punkin pie! ;___;

Soleil: (She chuckles as Victoria complains) xD

Izana: (He pinches Victoria’s cheeks) You’re still a three day old baby in my eyes, hon!! ^^ Aw, don’t make that face! (He kisses her cheek) Mwah!

Asugi: (He looks at Izana) Wait… you escorted all of the kids? I mean, all of them??

Izana: Yep! I took the other ones to their parents as quick as I could. (He sighs and puts his hands on his hips) But, I can’t help but feel like I missed one or two… it’s driving me crazy!

Zen: (He thinks) …… Yeah, I was thinking the same thing. I just can’t remember who was all there with us.

Izana: Hmm… let me see. (He closes his eyes and raises his hand) …… Mmmm… umm……

Asugi: Anything?…

Izana: Ahem! (He grins) Well, it seems we’re missing Kamaria, Savion, Gatsby, and Gamari… (He pauses before freaking out) …GWAH?! THAT’S A LOTTA KIDS!!! I have to go back!! @___@ (He grabs Nox’s hands) ;__; Nox, the kids!! Those poor little honeybuns are probably so scared! (He frowns)

Soleil: (She looks at Victoria as she calms Izana down) Huh? Someone’s rescuing them? o_o How’d you know that, Victoria?…… Oh right, you have fortune telling abilities like your dad. o3o

Zen: (He sighs) Oh. That’s a relief… but still. I feel like we should help them.

Izana: Yuh-huh, no resting or feeling relieved this time around, y'all! We have to go help them! I’m still getting a prickly feeling in my stomach! Urhhrhh– (He shivers) .___.

Asugi: Izana’s right… uh… as always. We should get going, just to make sure.

Zen: Oh! I can go too. I’m strong. (He folds his arms) And even if I can’t beat them, I can always charm them~ ^^ They’ll swoon over and die.

Soleil: Nah bro, they’ll probably just knock you out… ._.

Zen: No. They’ll be too enthralled in my beautiful face to even strike a hit. (He whips his hair to the side and sparkles)

Soleil: =_= Did you just sparkle?

Asugi: (He sighs) I still have no idea where you get that sort of personality from, Zen… (He looks at Lien) … Lien… what do you think? Zen’s not exactly skilled yet… at all.

Soleil: (She looks at Arthur and Matin) Mom, dad! Can I help too?! (She grins and takes her blade from her sheath) Mom, I’m really getting that technique down that you’re teaching me. (She poses with the sword) I can take ‘em out! …… (She frowns and lowers her sword) What do you mean you’re not sure? ._____.

–

Jinx: (She appears behind Whiskey and points her gun to his head) Surpriiiiise!! It’s MY turn! (She blows his brains out) ……. (She smiles as he falls to the ground and shoots him in the face twice) …For good measure. Hey Yolanda, catch!!! (She smiles and tosses Whiskey’s sledgehammer to her)

Gamari: (She blinks and wakes up) ……. Oooh… my head? ._. (She sits up) O__O (She shakes Gatsby) Gatsby? Are you okay?! Here, I’ll hold you little bro… (She stands and picks him up)

Jinx: (She laughs as Yolanda beat the other henchman) Yayyy! Aaaall dead!! Hopefully they don’t rise from the dead like zombies… blegh. Savion!!! (She grins and grabs his face in between the bars) You’re not hurt right? Do I need to shoot anyone else???? Here, let me pick that lock for ya!!

Gamari: Ms. Jinx? You can pick locks? :o

Jinx: (She sticks out her tongue and picks the lock) Duh!! What kind of thief would I be??? Heh!

Gamari: Wow… o.o (She looks at Kamaria) Isn’t that kind of cool?

Jinx: (She blinks) Wha– er, gee… I’m not a role model or anything… Seriously.

Gamari: O-oh, of course ^^;

Jinx: (She opens the cell and smiles) Well? Go ahead and hug your mom, nerd!! (She sighs in relief as Yolanda hugs Savion) Phew… Well, why don’t I go ahead and take these bodies– Whaaat? (She blushes as Savion hugs her) Errr haha!!! Hey, don’t mention it! I wasn’t about to stand by and let you get murdered, duh! (She ruffles his hair and squeezes him) No way would I do that…

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Iris: (She blushes and looks at Sina) Eh…? (She shakes her head) O-oh! Yes, of course. I should get you a new pair of clothes, as well. Our guest quarters are quite big. (She smiles)

Petunia: (She hugs Sina's leg) Where going???? :C

Iris: Ah! Petunia, you're going to get wet… Miss Sina is going to stay with us for tonight.

Petunia: YAY!!! :D (She jumps around)

Gale: (He covers Petunia's mouth) X___X Shhh! (He looks back at the castle as a light turns on) Oh crap! D:

Iris: (She gasps and looks at the light from the castle) He is awake. Gale, please take Petunia to her room… (She kneels down to Ceto and Alicia) I will see you two tomorrow… take care. Princess Alicia, please make yourself at home… (She gently kisses Ceto's forehead and smiles) Goodnight, sweetheart. (She stands up and bows to Lancelot) Mr. Lancelot, thank you for keeping us safe, dear…  (She leads Sina to the guest quarters)

Gale: (He picks up Petunia) Okay, rocket speed! Let's go! X__X

Petunia: (She frowns and looks back as Sina walks off) :C Sina!… (She squirms out of Gale's arms and runs to follow Iris and Sina) >:C

Gale: (He quickly turns back) Hey!!!!!! (He talks quiter) Err-- hey! Petunia! Get back here! D:

Petunia: (She jumps onto Iris's back and clings to her) Mommy! Mommy >:C

Iris: P-Petunia! (She holds her) What is wrong? You must go to bed…

Petunia: (She reaches over to Sina) >n<

Iris: Oh… Petunia. (She sighs) Dear, miss Sina also is going to bed soon. You will see her tomorrow, right? …(She looks at Sina) Oh, a-are you sure…?

Petunia: (She reaches farther) >n< !!!!!! (She hugs Sina tightly as she holds her) ;n;

Iris: (She blinks) Oh my… I'm sorry, miss Sina. She has never done this before, either… (She looks at Sina and Petunia together) … /This is… such a wonderful sight… unlike that awful king… I can only feel warmth from her. I feel I can trust her with Petunia…/

Gale: (He runs over to them) Hey!… What happened! ._. Petunia!

Iris: Well, I suppose we can all walk to the guest quarters together. But you two need to go right to bed afterward.

Petunia: Promise! Promise! I promise mommy! (She hugs Sina)

Iris: (She smiles) All right… (She walks into the guest quarters with them)

Gale: Huh, anyway, I'm surprised that butthole let you order this building, mom. =_=

Iris: Well, I didn't exactly get his permission… And of course he was angry about it. (She smiles) I had it built for the travelers that come by and anyone else that needs a place to stay… We have a guest that lives here, actually.

Gale: Oh yeah, that old lady that was homeless. She makes me sad .____. Her children and grandchildren don't even check on her. Kouta and I always celebrate her birthday and stuff with her… and we get her a christmas present… =3=

Petunia: Mrs Gigi? Mrs Gigi??? :3

Iris: Yes, Mrs. Gigi. (She smiles) I am happy to accommodate for her. She is so sickly, that is why she couldn't keep her job. (She turns to Sina) Well, you may choose whichever room you would like. There is a bathroom, kitchen, beds, and everything else in every room…

Gale: (He runs around the lobby) Hey, I wanna sleep here too! Haha! Just kidding! (He runs over to Sina and grins) You'll like it in here! There's a kotatsu in the dining room!

Iris: Why don't you have a look at the rooms and then get changed, dear? (She smiles at Sina) And perhaps get some rest. It is quite late…

– –

Blossom: (She flaps her wings gently as Apollo kisses Espella) /Oh…! Aww…/ ;///;

Chrissy: (She neighs) /Haha! Finally! It was about time./ >o> (She nods as Scarlet takes pictures) /Take those pictures, dear! This is a priceless moment./

Apollo: (He blushes and releases Espella slowly) Ah, well… I must say, I've been wanting to do that for a while. (He strokes Espella's cheek)

Chrissy: /No duuuuh… We all know that~/ =3=

Apollo: (He smiles at Hinabi) Yes. Kanato is very special to me. (He turns to Gijiri) … And sir… I understand that you still love Kanato… but I would like to be at her side from now on. It was honorable of you to bring her child back. (He salutes) You are a respectable man for that. But I love her too much to let her go so easily.

Blossom: (She looks back and forth at them and nudges Chrissy) /Wow… Big brother!!/ ;;_;;

Chrissy: /Ohhhh, you go, big bro!!/ TTT~TTT (She snorts)

Ryoma: (He folds his arms and smiles) Hm. (He turns to Scarlet) Miss, I did want to speak with you for a moment, actually. (He shakes his head) Ha, no no, you are not in trouble or anything like that. Please, come with me. (He gently takes her hand)

Chrissy: (She nonchalantly trots over and eavesdrops on Ryoma and Scarlet) >3> ~

Ryoma: (He folds his arms and stands near a tree with Scarlet) Miss Scarlet, there is not any pressure to this question, but… Would you ever consider joining the Hoshidan guard? (He shakes his head and smiles as Scarlet reacts) Ah, once again, there is absolutely no pressure. If it does not interest you, then I understand. (He nods) I just thought I would ask, however. Your magic is very unique compared to ours. I would station you in the technical ward, where you will not be harmed on the battlefield.

Chrissy: (She neighs) /The royal Hoshidan guard?!!!!/ (She trots excitedly) /Oh my god! Honey, you have to!/ @__@ /And you're being scouted by prince Ryoma no less!! Sooo lucky! You'll get the job right away!! Eeeeee!!!/

Ryoma: (He looks at Chrissy as she neighs) …? Is something wrong?

Chrissy: /Oh, that's right, the prince can't understand me./ -3- (She bumps Scarlet with her snout) /Wow, what an offer though right?!!!/ ^O^ (She blinks as Scarlet falls into Ryoma's arms) /Oops, did I do that? Maybe I was too rough? Sorry./ o.o

Ryoma: Er-- (He catches Scarlet and chuckles) Haha, are you all right? (He blinks as she jumps back quickly) … Please, you do not need to act any certain way simply because I'm a royal. I would really like to be friends, actually. Even if my offer doesn't interest you.

Chrissy: /Oh my god!!! Scarlet!! You're friends with the prince of Hoshido! I'm so jealous!! And he probably has a crush on you too! Are you going to become a Hoshidan princess?! Give me some money if you are! I-I mean, please give me some money!/ @__@ (She trots in place excitedly)

Ryoma: (He raises his brow at Chrissy) You're quite an odd one… What are you so excited about?

– --

Kouta: (He looks at Nox) /Oh!… So this is him… He looks just like his sister…/ (He smiles) ……… (He looks in the direction of the castle and fidgets) Urr… Hmm… Mmmmh……… (He fidgets) … (He looks at Xalvador as he questions) Xalvador… I-I just have such a bad feeling… And my visions… they were so awful… (He looks at the castle) I-I… I'm going to go back!! (He stands up) If I can just protect the castle somehow…

Rayth: o_e You're crazy!! /That's the loudest I've ever heard him talk…/

Kouta: I am not…! (He holds Arthur's hands) Arthur… you're going to be in danger… You too, Nox… Even Xalvador… I can't have that!!

Rayth: Oi, you can't go by yourself! e__e You'll be the one getting killed.

Kouta: I-I will not… (He gasps as something splits from him) …!!!

Rayth: Oh shit!! O_O

Yasu: (He splits from Kouta and growls) Absolutely not…

Kouta: (He looks up at Yasu) Yasu…? How… did you… uh……… (He falls over) @@

Yasu: (He puts his hand up in front of Xalvador as he tries to help Kouta) Don't bother. Hmph. (He grabs Kouta's head) Weak as usual. Idiot boy… You cannot act so quickly on just your feelings. What are you thinking?

Rayth: Kah, Yasu? You're Yasu? =_= I liked you better when you were fused with Kouta. You're not as pretty now. =__= And you're a stick in the mud…

Yasu: (He glares at Rayth) You shut your mouth, low level ethereal.

Rayth: =_______= Can you go back into Kouta already?

Yasu: No. …… And it is true, the prince's attitude levels out mine when we are fused together. However, he is weak without me. Practically useless. (He grabs Kouta's face and pulls him up) Basically he's going to die in a few hours if I do not return to his body. That is how weak he is without me. I have supported his pitiful life since his birth.

Rayth: KAHH WHAT?!! X_X Then get back in there!! For Christ sake! You're really an asshole! @_@ (He points at Yasu)

Yasu: Excuse me? I will go back before he dies. Don't be stupid… (He tosses Kouta on the ground) But I cannot allow him to go. I will be going.

Rayth: Like hell!!! =_=

Yasu: (He glares at Rayth) What are you so persistent about? Like I said, he will be fine, and so will I. Magic and weaponry are nothing to me. Little pest humans… they are all ants compared to me. (He nudges Kouta with his foot) Anyway, he will be fine. He will just sleep until I fuse with him again. Now, I'm going.

Rayth: Wha-- so he's a vegetable?! o_e Urgh-- (He grabs Yasu) Hey hey, hey!!! >:O Wait just a minute! What exactly are you doing?! You can see the future right? What happened?

Yasu: (He looks at Nox and Arthur) …… Fine. I will show you all the events that I saw. Either way, I will be charming that entire kingdom so no one can die. (He looks at Arthur) The prince does not want his friends to be in danger, and I respect that.

Rayth: (He blinks) Y-you can do that?

Yasu: Who do you think I am? (He glares at Rayth)

Rayth: Geez, sorry for asking. =_= (He folds his arms) Freakin quad-elements…

Yasu: (He holds both sets of his hands together and emits a bright light)

Rayth: Huhwha-- (He goes into a trance) @___@

Yasu: (He closes his eyes and shows them the vision of the future) ………………

–

Rayth: (He snaps out of the trance and gasps) What the hell… That's horrible. :/

Yasu: (He folds both sets of his arms and looks at Arthur and Nox) Do you see? Regardless if you want my help or not, I will not allow any deaths nor casualties. At the request of prince Kouta… (He looks at Kouta) Hm… He seems to be dreaming.

Rayth: Urr, Kouta… (He shakes Kouta) …Jeez, he really is a vegetable ._.

Kouta: ………

Yasu: Now, if you'll excuse me… I'm going to charm the kingdom. Hopefully this charm will ease tensions between everyone as well. And… (He holds Arthur and Nox's shoulders with both sets of his arms) You two stay here until I get back. (He disappears)

Rayth: (He lies on the ground) …………… (He sighs) .___.

Kouta: ……….

Rayth: …………… ._____. ……… (He pokes Kouta)

Yasu: (He appears again) I am back.

Rayth: (He sits up and floats again) So? It work? >_>

Yasu: Yes. There will be no deaths nor casualties.

Rayth: Oh, good!… So how does that work anyway? e_e

Yasu: I'll admit, I had to use magic from the ethereal stream… There was some other strange magic I've never felt before. It gave me some trouble. (He looks at the castle) But now everyone is safe. (He looks at Arthur) ………You can thank Kouta, not me. This was all his idea. (He looks at Nox) And you need to meet your sister immediately. There is still time.

Sakurai: (He walks back over to them) I have returned, I am sorry for taking so long! It seems I got a bit lost and-- (He gasps as he sees Kouta on the ground) Is-- is milord okay?!!!!! (He looks at Yasu) Wh-who are you, sir?!!

Rayth: Oi oi, shut up Sakurai! You're so loud. =___=

Sakurai: I'm s-so very sorry!

Yasu: The prince is fine. (He picks up Kouta by his head) See? Fine. I am the ethereal element that lives within him. That's all.

Sakurai: You are handling him too roughly!… In my opinion, sir!

Yasu: (He tosses Kouta to the side) What do you mean?

Rayth: =_= … Anyway, are you gonna fuse with him again so he doesn't die? >_>

Yasu: Yes, I'll do it now. So stop worrying about it. (He emits a bright light and fuses into Kouta's body)

Kouta: ……. (He opens his eyes slowly) ………

Rayth: (He floats over to Kouta) Kouta, are you okay?!

Kouta: …? Yes… (He sits up and rubs his eyes) …Umm, good morning… (He gently takes Xalvador's arm as he help him stand up) Thank you… ^^ Ah, wow… Yasu… and sir Arthur… you two were so helpful… (He sighs in relief) I feel so much better…

???: (He walks up behind them) ……

Sakurai: (He turns to ???) Oh! Who are you?…

Kouta: Emperor Izana…! (He smiles)

Rayth: Izana?? o__o

Sakurai: (He blinks and looks at Izana) ………W-wait, are you, Emperor Izana, ruler of the kingdom of Izumo, a direct descendent of the god Naga?!!

Izana: Hm?… Yes, that is correct.

Sakurai: /Wow… So this is him! He's so calm and… and God-like… it almost makes me nervous to be in his presence!/ (He stands tall) Ahem-- L-Lord? Emperor Izana? May I call you Lord?

Izana: (He glares at Sakurai) … Hmph. And who are you? I do not have time for an inferior subordinate.

Sakurai: (He chokes back tears) N-n-n-no one, your lordness! I-I am so sorry for speaking!! (He bows as tears fall from his eyes)

Izana: Pff--… (He covers his mouth) Pufu… fufu…!

Sakurai: Eh…? (He looks up at Izana)

Izana: (He bursts out laughing) Bwahaha! Sorry, sorry! I can't keep that up! Oh wow, are you CRYING?! I'm real sorry! (He waves his hand and laughs)

Sakurai: Eh…? Eh??? Q_Q'

Izana: I love tricking people with that “godly and serene” act! Please, call me anything you like, sir Sakurai. (He turns to Kouta and Xalvador and raises his hand) Ah! Whaddup, Prince Kouta and sir Xalvador? Always nice to see ya!

Kouta: Yes… You too, emperor Izana… ^^

Sakurai: “Wh-whaddup”…?! W-wait, how do you know my name, Lord Izana?!

Izana: (He smiles at Sakurai and shrugs) Eh, I just know it. Don't ask, okay? Haha! (He wipes Sakurai's eyes with his large sleeve) Oh my god, don't cry hon! I'm honestly so sorry!

Sakurai: (He sniffles) E-er…! I-it's not a problem! /Wow… th-the emperor touched me!!/ (He stands stiffly towards Izana) A-ahem… You are… quite different than I imagined! However, it is still an honor to be in the presence of such a person! (He salutes) Lord Izana!

Izana: (He looks at Sakurai) Oh? I'm just like anyone else, ya meathead! You don't have to act so uptight, y'know? I won't get mad! Ha!

Sakurai: “Y-ya meathead”…?!!!!

Kouta: Emperor Izana, how are you doing…?

Izana: I'm spectacular, prince! (He folds his arms and smiles) I just felt like going out for a bit. So, what're y'all up to in this neck o' the woods?

Sakurai: /“Y-y'all”…?! “This… neck o' the woods”…?!!! The emperor of Izumo… who is also the descendent of the gods… and the First Dragons… He is too casual! For a man of his prestige… H-how interesting. If not a bit… no, this is very odd./ … (He thinks) … /And… unprofessional!! W-well, he does seem quite young after all… Emperor is quite a big title for a teenager. And I heard his parents, the late emperor and empress of Izumo committed suicide due to war… when he was only 8 years old. They left such a huge burden on him… He must be trying very hard to run his kingdom as peacefully as possible. I salute him…/

Rayth: We're saving a kingdom or whatever =_=;

Izana: Oh, I thought so! How's that working out, eh?

Kouta: Well, Yasu helped us… and so did sir Arthur… I think we will be alright… (He turns to Nox) Um, but we should really go back… so you can talk to princess Matin right away…

Izana: (He looks at Nox) Hm? … Oh! You're princess Matin's brother! You look just like her. (He smiles and takes Nox's hands) Domo!~ How do ya do, prince Nox? Nice to meetcha!

Kouta: Eh…? Do you know princess Matin, Emperor Izana…?

Izana: Mhm, of course. I have connections, you know. I know everyone. And everyone just LOVES me for some reason! I do adore princess Matin, though. But it's rare that we get to have chats over some tea.

Kouta: Wow… (He smiles) So, how did you know that Nox is her brother…?

Izana: That there, was simple fortune telling. I knew the moment I saw him. (He looks at Nox) But anyway… (He takes Nox's cheek in his hand and smiles) You're real cute! Heh!

Rayth: Gaywad ._.

Izana: (He smirks at Rayth) Hm? Oh, look who's talking! Mr. grumpy pants. Aren't you dating a certain butler under my rule?

Rayth: …?!!! Kah!! Shut up!!! Just shut up!! @////////@ (He covers his face)

Izana: Why are you embarrassed? Aren't you two, like, soooo perfect for each other?

Kouta: (He gasps and smiles) Oh, Rayth, who…?

Rayth: None of your business!! (He bangs his head on a tree) x////x

Izana: Haha, you don't know, prince? It's… (He whispers to Kouta) …Oh, but promise you won't tell a soul! Poor Rayth would get so embarrassed.

Kouta: Oh, I had a feeling…

Izana: Mmm! Pretty obvious when you think about it, isn't it?

Rayth: =//////= Gr!! It's fine! Who cares??! You're not dating anyone so technically I'm better than you, Izana!

Izana: Nuh-uh. Tell me Rayth, who is the ruler of an entire kingdom here? Who hosts the most famous and prestigious parties, ever? And who has direct correlation with the divine god Naga and the First Dragons?… Oh, that's right. Me, honey! (He smiles)

Rayth: Keh!! >_> Didn't you say you're “just like anyone else”???

Izana: I said that?… Well, I take it back. I'm great!

Rayth: =___= You're garbage.

Izana: Oh Rayth. That really hurts my feelings.

Rayth: =^= … Sorrrrr~y.

Izana: (He grins) I forgive you!

Rayth: Why are you so nice?… -^-;

Izana: (He looks at Nox) …… Well… You really are so cute! (He holds his hands and smiles) Hey, stop by the kingdom of Izumo sometime, if you want! You and I can hang out and have some green tea over rice. That's our country's specialty!

Rayth: Leave him alone would ya? ._. Geez Izana. You sure like to bug the prince.

Izana: (He releases Nox's hands) Haha, excuse me, excuse me. I'll stop being a bother. Ahem… (He blushes and turns away) /Yeesh, what's the deal? I've never felt so weird in my life! Maybe I just shouldn't mess with him. Mmm… weird./

Kouta: (He hears the horn blare from the castle again) Ah…! That means…

Rayth: Your bird must have got the message through huh? (He looks at Nox)

Izana: (He looks over at the castle) Hmmm… That was a close call. You just barely avoided some nasty bloodshed. And a few deaths!… (He looks at Xalvador) You avoided a stray bullet too, Xalvador. I hate to tell ya… I'm not sure I would have been much help, unfortunately. But you completely avoided that fate. Good for you! (He grins)

Kouta: I'm so relieved… (He closes his eyes)

Rayth: Yeah, tell me about it-- wait, how did you know all of that? e_e'

Kouta: Emperor Izana is a very extraordinary fortune teller… (He smiles)

Izana: (He folds his arms and smirks) Well, I don't mean to brag~ but I've never been wrong!

Rayth: Is that the real reason you came here? Cause you wanted to help? o___o

Izana: Yes! (He grins and bows) I thought I would try to help in any way I could.

Kouta: Oh… I see… ^^ Thank you…

Izana: Mm. Anyway, we're all about love, peace, and baby geese in Izumo… So we don't exactly have a world-class military force to help out.

Rayth: Huh?… But you do have one right? @_@ So your military just sucks?

Izana: It sure does! P-probably because I'm the one in charge of training them… but anyway! (He raises his hand and smiles) We absolutely positively try our best to help our allies! Most especially Noigllado. And Hoshido, and y'know, the northern kingdom, and all that~ Heck, Garon's soldiers could stay at our inns for all I care. We're just one big neutral kingdom. But I do like to help my friends on my own time.

Rayth: /Huh… He really is such a nice person./ o_o

Izana: Also, I thought just maybe, there would be some handsome boys around here. And I was absolutely right about that, too. (He puts his hand on his chin in thought) Mhm… mhm.

Rayth: =______=' /I guess./

Kouta: Ehehe. Let's get going, then…?

Izana: Ah! Can I tag along, too? I've just got to say hello to my lovely neighbors!

Kouta: (He smiles) Yes… I don't see why not… (He starts walking with everyone towards the castle and sighs) Ah, my headaches are gone… -w-

Izana: (He walks with them) Hmm~ …… (He looks at Nox) …!!!!!! (He walks closer to him and puts his hand on Nox's shoulder) Prince Nox, if I may walk a bit close for just a minute…… Hm? Why? Because, well-- (He raises his hand and blocks an arrow as it flies toward Nox) --! (He hisses in pain) essh!-- Th-this right here~ I knew it.

Kouta: (He gasps) E-emperor Izana, are you okay...?! @@;

???: Emperor--…?! (He runs off quickly) /Shit!! Did I just shoot an emperor?!!!/

Kouta: (He looks at Izana's hand) O-oh no… it's really stuck… Emperor Izana, you need to go to a doctor o-or something…!

Rayth: (He backs away from Izana) x__x Blood!!

Izana: A doctor? No no, I can just…  (He rips the arrow out of his hand and cringes) Sss—eee…? All better! (He tosses the arrow) I'll just get my staff and heal this right up… (He feels for his staff on his belt) …… Um. Phoo. I forgot it…

Rayth: (He faints) @___@

Kouta: @@' B-but… that was in really deep…

Izana: (He takes a cloth from his shirt and wraps it around his hand) I'll be fine. This is a better outcome than prince Nox getting shot in the head by a Plegian assassin, don't you agree?

Rayth: Plegia?! You mean Gangrel's butthole army? e__e They're so mean to everyone!!

Kouta: (He frowns) ……

Izana: Yup, they sure are. (He ties the wound tightly) Let's giddyup to the castle, shall we then? (He smiles)

Kouta: Y-yes…

– –

Sully: (She holds Volt's cheek) Heh. N-no idea what fragments are… but you're too cute not to kiss again. (She blushes) Damn. (She smooches Volt)

Robin: Oh… (She holds her hands together) You two ;///;

Chrom: (He smiles) Well, that worked out, didn't it?

Sully: (She turns to them) Chrom, Robin. I'm staying here with her.

Chrom: Whoa-- j-just like that?!

Sully: (She glares at Chrom) Yeah, got a problem with it?

Chrom: Ah, no no. In fact, that's great. But we need you in the shepherds when we face Grima.

Robin: That is true… (She sighs) But I do hate to split you two apart for even a minute. You're just so cute T/////T

Sully: Yeesh, you don't have to get all mushy, Robin… (She looks away and blushes) I can face Grima and then come back, right? Fine. It'll take me five seconds. (She cracks her knuckles) So, when?

Robin: (She wipes a tear from her eye) Well… Pretty soon. It all depends on when we assemble the weapons. But I wish it were true that we could defeat him in five seconds. It's really not gonna be easy… Luckily, we recently got Priam to join our group. (She folds her arms and smiles)

Sully: No… Priam?!! The legendary hero Priam?! Get outta here… Holy crap! (She grins) Nice!

Robin: (She smiles) Eheee ^3^ I have my ways.

Sully: Robin, you just guaranteed our damn victory!! (She fist bumps Robin)

Robin: I know. >:3 But we still need you there, Sully. We'll let you know when it's time.

Sully: Yeah, you got it!… (She looks at Volt) Hey… you're okay with that right? I mean, you could even come along if you wanted. I doubt Grima's magic would hurt an element like you. You could ride on Jasmine with me. (She grins)

Chrom: Oh, you have a good point there Sully.

Robin: Grima doesn't know the first thing about elements, does he?

Sully: Uh-huh… a-anyway, I don't wanna think about Grima right now. Me and Volt have some quality time to spend together!! (She blushes and looks away)

Robin: Yeah, you do that… You do that ;//////; (She takes out her spellbook) We'll catch you on the flipside, Sully. Bye! (She disappears with Chrom)

Sully: See ya… (She nudges Gear gently with her foot) Uhh… is gramps gonna be okay? … Hm. (She looks at Volt and blushes) Hey… you should show me around sometime. This whole non-existing place is pretty new to me. (She grins) I wanna know more about your world, and stuff… Ya know?

– –

Lei: (He sniffs at ??? 2) Uh oh… Er, I'm really sorry. I didn't mean to kill the guy… Sometimes I don't know my own strength. Especially when I'm peeved… (He sighs and snuffles) Well, good thing he can be fixed.

???: (He hisses from Lei's tail) …Deserved it…

Lei: What? Gorgon. :/ You're finally awake huh?

Gorgon: (He hisses) Hmph… Where is Xiaoli? (He stretches up to Miyoshi and flicks his tongue) …. (He looks at Xiaoli as he sleeps) What did you do to the child?

Lei: Er, Gorgon, it's all right. Xiaoli got kidnapped or something. But he seems fine… (He holds Gorgon back) Ah, oh yeah, this is my tail. (He looks at Screws) Err, he's nice sometimes. ^^' Really. He sleeps most of the time anyway. Heh heh…

Gorgon: Kidnapped… (He glares at Miyoshi)

Lei: Huh, I'm kinda surprised Xiaoli didn't wear you out with his crying… Did he cry at all? (He sniffs Xiaoli)

Gorgon: (He stretches over to Screws) Who are you? Some sort of dog… (He flicks his tongue)

Lei: Oh, this is Screws. Gorgon, you be nice to her. I won't hesitate to slice you off, ya know ^^

Gorgon: !!!… (He hisses) … Fine… I am going back to sleep anyway. (He wraps himself around Lei's hind leg and sleeps)

Lei: (He eyes Miyoshi) Anyway, what'd you give him? Xiaoli doesn't usually take naps… (He snuffles in concern as Xiaoli turns over and mumbles) ? :/ (He sits down next to the bed and looks at Screws) Hey, ya know I wouldn't mind joining ya if you're staying here for a while. After all, kid and I have nowhere to go. Well, that is if he can handle it. He seems a little too, err, emotional for this place… (He snuffles) Well, he could use some toughening up. (He frowns) Anyway, I really wish your dad understood me though, Screws… Is it because I'm big? ._. Because I'm a cat?…… (He rests his head next to Screws) I get it though… I guess he wants to protect you. I understand that. I wanna protect you too. (He nudges Screws) Though you're pretty good at protecting yourself… but still. (He snuffles)

Xiaoli: (He sits up in the bed) =n=

Lei: Oh, Xiaoli-Xi, you awake?

Xiaoli: Where am I…? (He looks around) Uh? Uhhh??? (He looks at Lei) Lei?? =^= You dumb idiot… I almost died again @_@ (He flattens down his hair that was sticking up)

Lei: I think you're gonna be alright. (He grins) Right? (He looks at Miyoshi)

Xiaoli: (He looks at Amari, Sakuma, and Jitsu) …? (He looks at Miyoshi) Huh…? =n= (He rubs his eyes and blinks) …… Y-you! (He points at Miyoshi) You blew cigarette smoke in my face!! And then you gave me a shot on my neck!!!! (He starts crying) Grr, I want to leave right now! ;~; (He tries to stand up but falls over immediately) T~T Hrrr! (He sniffles) TT_____TT

Lei: There go the waterworks… ^^' Oi, oi, kid, you're gonna be fine. (He helps Xiaoli up with his snout) Anyway, we don't really have anywhere to go now, remember? (He sits Xiaoli on the bed next to Miyoshi)

Xiaoli: (He sniffles and wipes his eyes) W-we don't? (He remembers) …… Oh, that is right! (He folds his arms) That idiot fake bà! >:'C I hope that he feels the pain in his crotch area for a thousand years!!

Lei: (He chuckles) I'm sure he will.

Xiaoli: Hmph… ……. (He looks down and pouts) Where is my bag? (He looks around) @/////@;

Lei: Something wrong?

Xiaoli: No, it's n-nothing! (He looks out of the window) Urrr, what day is it? And what time is it? I still go to high school you know! If I miss a day I will miss out on valuable learning!!!! @_@

Lei: Oh, right! How'd we get here anyway? o_o And how does your foster dad know about this place, Xiaoli?

Xiaoli: (He holds his head) Uurrgh, Gangrel made us come here!! Remember?! Idiot fake bà is affiliated with him so of course he would know!…… (He tears up) Urrrgh, Gangrel is seriously going to kill me! ;~;

Lei: Not on my watch he won't... (He sighs) Anyway, you're not suited to be an assassin for Gangrel, Xiaoli. I mean seriously… at all. (He snuffles) Ya know… you're really clumsy, and loud. And you cry a lot… not to mention you get snatched up really easily. You're pretty weak, too-- Er, I mean… @@'

Xiaoli: =^= …

Lei: E-er, but those are qualities that make you who you are!

Xiaoli: You just described a stupid baby. ._. (He curls up next to Screws and pets her)

Lei: (He sighs) Aw come on, Xixi. ^^' You're really smart too though!

Xiaoli: Hmph… -^- …… O////////O (He sits up quickly as Miyoshi holds his bag) AH!!! OH, TH-THANK YOU THANK YOU!! @/////@;;;; (He quickly takes the bag and holds it closely) e/////e;;;;;;;;

Lei: (He tilts his head) Kid? You smuggling drugs or something? =_=; Just kidding. But seriously…

Xiaoli: (He huffs nervously) Huu-- huu-- huuh? N-n-no I am not! Do not be stupid @//////@ (He holds the bag closely and glares at Miyoshi) /D-d-did he look inside?!! Please tell me he did not—/ (He blushes as Miyoshi smirks at him) /AHHHHHH!!!/ X/////////X (He covers his face) /NOOO!!! He definitely saw it!!!! M-my BL manga!! I have to kill him!!/ ;///////////; (He curls into a ball)

Lei: e__e (He sniffs Xiaoli's bag)

Xiaoli: Wh-what are you doing?! @//////@ (He backs away from Lei)

Lei: All I smell is a bunch of herbs and sweets… No drugs, eh? Good. o_o (He grumbles)

Xiaoli: (He falls over on the bed and holds the bag closely) You dumb dumb! Of course I do not have drugs!! @/////@'''

Lei: Then what is it? e_e' I know you're hiding something.

Xiaoli: (He backs away from Lei) Y-you are so stupid!!! Th-there is nothing!! Nothing dangerous anyway! @/////////@;;;;; Stop asking!

Lei: Fine, fine, I won't press it anymore. =w=' You weird kid. (He snuffles)

Xiaoli: (He sighs in relief) x/////x

???: (She pokes her head in through the door) Xiaoli! Selamat pagi :D

Xiaoli: (He looks at ???) Yukko senpai?!!

Yukko: (She waves) Hi hi! Pardon me for intruding… o3o (She walks in) I was following you guys this whole time, ya know?

Xiaoli: Why! x_x (He facepalms)

Lei: (He looks at Yukko) Oh, you're Xiaoli's friend! You were really following us, huh?

Yukko: (She looks around at everyone) o_o …… Haha, I feel like I really shouldn't be in here! The atmosphere is so serious! ^3^'

Xiaoli: Senpai!! Why are you following me?! o^o

Yukko: Huh?… Why am I again? o.o Oh yeah, I just need to borrow your homework, Xiaoli ^^ We're in the same math class right? (She walks over to his bed) By the way, you're so young to be a third year! o.o

Xiaoli: Eh? Yes, I skipped a few grades, you know that-- ._. Wait… (She grabs her shoulder) My HOMEWORK?!!! >:C

Yukko: ^3^' I'm really really sorry! I just totally forgot about it! Pleeeease? ^^ (She holds her hands together)

Xiaoli: Fine… fine!!! You have been diligent lately so I will give you this once! (He takes his homework out of his bag and hands it to Yukko) Take it! @_@

Yukko: Thank you kindly! >:3 (She sniffs the homework) Ah! Sweet answers! And… smells like herbs o_o (She puts it in her bag) By the way, Miyo-chan says she wants to borrow your manga or something… -3-

Xiaoli: Eh? F-fine!! @/////////@ Anyway, you will not learn anything from copying my homework, Yukko senpai!! ._. How are you going to pass the final? This is our graduation year!

Yukko: What?! You don't trust me? I'll actually study for the final :D Really.

Xiaoli: =^=

Lei: =w=;

Yukko: H-hey, what's with that look you two? I'm serious! It's not like I have a choice anyway… -3- (She looks at Amari and Tazaki) o___o; /Uwah. Scary! They're wearing suits! Are these guys in a mob? Or maybe spies? Why is Xiaoli here? Is he in a mob? Or a spy? Ehh? Ehhhh??/ @_@ Ehh…? (She looks around at the others)

Xiaoli: (He holds his head) I still do not want to walk… .__. (He looks at Miyoshi) What did that shot do?? ;_; Am I going to be like this forever?!

Yukko: (She looks at Tazaki) Eh? Eh??? Next to you? O3O (She hesitantly sits next to him) owo;; S-s-s-so-- (She takes some cards out of her bag) --hey!! Ya like cards?! Ca-cards?! M-magic tricks… Hahaha. Haha… x_x;;; (She bows) I'm sorry! (She bows again) I'm sorry!!! Please don't arrest me for some reason! Yes, I did it! I stole a dango skewer from a dango stand when I was 5! I'm so sorry!!! T__T

Lei: (He looks at Yukko and Tazaki) Eh…? (He chuckles)

Yukko: (She looks up) You're-you're not gonna arrest me? O__O; …… (She looks at Tazaki as he makes his cards appear) o__o Whoa!! Where did those come from? Are you really magic? Are you??? (She gasps as he makes them disappear) M-magic!! :O (She claps then shakes her head as he asks) No, no, I can't do any magic-- just watch! (She holds out her cards face down) Pick a card any card! (She watches as he takes one and puts it back) Was your card ace of hearts?! Yes? (She shows him all the cards) It's because these are all ace of hearts! All of them! It was rigged the whole time! (She facepalms) @___@ (She looks at Tazaki as he chuckles) …Eh? Eheheh :3 /Well he doesn't seem so bad after all!/ (She puts her cards back into the bag)

Xiaoli: (He looks down) …………… (He shakes and grips Miyoshi's shoulder) Y-y-y… you… do not tell anyone about what you saw… Please! X/////////X

Lei: (He sits next to the bed) Tell anyone about what, eh? (He grins)

Xiaoli: Q///////////Q (He squeaks) …………. Nothing!

Lei: (He sighs) Nevermind, then. Heh… =w=; (He walks over to Screws)

Xiaoli: (He glares at Miyoshi as he comments) >://////C ……………… (He covers his face and cries) Q///////////////Q Uuurrrr…

Yukko: Oh yeah, Xiaoli! Class starts in half an hour :O Are you coming?

Xiaoli: Wh-wh-whaaaat?!!! Half an hour?! (He stands up quickly then falls over) AHHHHH!!! Q^Q (He bangs his head on the floor) X___X WHY CAN I STILL NOT WALK?!!!!

Yukko: Yeesh! When are you gonna hit puberty already? O_O

Xiaoli: Do not make fun of me!! I'm going to someday! I am just a little late! I am getting more manly every day!! >:C

Yukko: Sure -3- …Hey, you're lucky anyway D: I wish I had leg problems so I didn't have to go to school. ._.

Xiaoli: No! Q____Q My perfect record… My perfect record!!!

Yukko: Hey class rep, your record isn't gonna suffer from just missing one day… =3= Why don't you call them up and tell them you're sick? :D No big deal.

Xiaoli: YES BIG DEAL!!! Q~Q I cannot lie!! It is wrong! And if I miss a day, I will lose my perfect attendance forever!!!! The student council will be so disappointed in me!! (He cries and rests his head on the ground) Oh whatever… whatever! Yukko senpai, you get going ;_;

Yukko: Aw but, I'm having a good talk with magician friend… o_o (She points at Tazaki)

Xiaoli: (He glares at Yukko) I will not cover up your tardiness again!! Go to class! @__@

Yukko: But what if we're late together? :D Then sensei would have no choice but to excuse me since I'm with the class rep!

Xiaoli: (He bangs his head on the floor) Urrrgh, senpai!!! Q___Q (He cries and rests his head in the tear puddle) ;___; …………Is anyone going to help me stand up!!!!!

Yukko: (She looks at Xiaoli as he lies on the floor) So you really can't walk? o.o

Xiaoli: I cannot! …You are not helping me! ;~;

Yukko: I mean, I would! But you look like a snake on the floor and it's pretty cool, so… :D

Xiaoli: WHAT?!! You are so stupid!! q~q (He glares away from Miyoshi as he offers to help him up) No! Any one but you!! Lei, help me! >:C

Lei: (He chuckles and talks to Screws) Heh heh, yeah-- (He turns to Xiaoli) Er, what's that kid? Just a sec, okay?

Xiaoli: (He blushes) Grrrrr… >///////< (He grabs Miyoshi's hand and stands up) This is all your fault! I am not forgiving you ;~; (He snatches his hand away from Miyoshi and stumbles slightly) Grr… I am fine!!! I can walk now!!

Yukko: Hey, don't push yourself, gee… D:

Xiaoli: (He tries to stand upright and shakes) ………… (He trips and gets caught by Miyoshi) Wah--- ;;;;///;;;; (He pushes Miyoshi away) No… I hate you now! Do not touch me T~T (He holds onto the bed and crawls onto it) I cannot believe I gave you my medicinal herbs! And you wasted them anyway! You idiot straw bag!!! ;^; It is supposed to burn for 20 to 30 minutes! (He sniffles) You are the worst! ;;~;; (He lies down and hugs his knees)

Yukko: Geez… He's really mad o_o … (She turns to Tazaki) By the way, I'm Aioi Yukko! (She holds out her hand) What's your name? :D And do you know any more card tricks?! (Her eyes sparkle)

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Felicia: (She looks up at Ridia) …… E… eh? Oh! … I was just going to say… That… that was so brave! Q_Q I-I thought I was going to have to kick out that rude man, but I'm so glad you did! Th-there's no way I could have said that to him! (She bows to Ridia) Wow… I'm so glad you visited us! @////@ Um-- oh! I need to clean this up! (She starts sweeping up the broken tray)

Asugi: (He blushes as Lien smiles) H-huh? No problem, bro… (He continues tending to him) You get used to injuries if you're like me. ……… Hm? Contagious? Nope, not at all. (He finishes wrapping Lien's ankle) You should be all good in a week. This ain't too bad… Just take it easy for a while. (He stands up and pats Lien's head)

Aki: You okay, kid? (He holds Lien's shoulder) That took me by surprise, too. I wasn't expecting someone to try and snatch you like that >:/

Asugi: (He puts the bandage wrap into his pouch) Glad I could grab you in time… (He looks at Sigma) Hey, don't be hard on yourself over there. You drove away that weirdo pretty quickly.

Aki: (He smiles at Sigma) You're a great guardian! I'm glad he was with you when we couldn't be there to protect him from things like this. (He sighs) … (He looks out the window) Damn it… Why does this have to end? (He looks at Lien) /I don't want to leave him… not again./

Felicia: (She looks sadly at Aki and Lien) Do you have to leave, Aki? You only just got to meet him… :c

Aki: Ah, well, I'm somewhat of an outlaw now… but not really? @_@ Though, I guess Dana-sama and Riku are working on that.

Asugi: (He sits next to Lien) …… (He looks at the window Shamshire jumped out of) … /I've got a really bad feeling about her… She could really hurt him. If I hadn't grabbed him…/ (He looks at Lien) ………… (He quickly turns away as Lien looks at him and questions) Uh, don't worry bro! I was just thinking about something… (He blushes and covers his mouth) /Shit! I can't keep my cool around him… Damn it… calm the hell down…/ (He sighs) /Goddammit. I want to protect him…/

Aki: (He looks at Asugi) Hm? o.o ……. /Asugi is acting so weird. What is it?/ … (He looks at Lien and Asugi) …… Oh! ^^ Haha!

Asugi: (He looks at Aki) Eh?…

Aki: Nothiiiing~ >3>

Asugi: /Oh crap. Does he have me figured out?/

???: (He knocks on the door) HELLO??

Felicia: O-oh, just a moment, please! (She runs over to the door and opens it) Hello--? :O Ah x__x (She backs away and trips)

???: (He rushes past Felicia and runs over to Asugi) HEY, BITCH!!!

Asugi: Huh? (He looks at ???) Oh, great…

???: What's that supposed to mean, huh?! I'm 5 minutes older than you. Respect your goddamn fucking elders. (He glares at him) Well well well, and look who grew the fuck up finally. You look like a real douche with all that muscle. You wanna fight?

Asugi: Huh? Yeah, if you want your ass beat…

???: The fuck did you say?!!

Felicia: (She covers her ears) @___@

???: (He glares at Asugi) Bitch, mock me again and I'll-- (He looks at Lien) Oh damn… (He clears his throat and blushes) Damn…

Asugi: ……

Taro: (He grins at Lien) I'm Taro. (He points at Asugi) This dumb piece of shit is my twin brother! Except I'm much more handsome.

Asugi: You can leave… No one's asking you to stay.

Taro: What's wrong with checking up on my brother? (He smiles and slicks his hair back) I love my whole family!

Asugi: =__= Huh? You're full of shit…

Taro: (He grins at Asugi) Hm? You wanna die?

Asugi: Not really.

Aki: Errr- now, now, let's just calm down. @_@

Taro: Hah? (He glares at Aki) Who's not calm here?!

Aki: Errrr…. @___@;;;

Taro: That's right bitch.. (He grabs Lien and holds his chin) Anyway, god damn boy… You eating properly? So damn small…

Aki: (He glares at Taro) Hey, put your hands somewhere else besides my kid!

Taro: Or what, Aki? You weak bitch. I'll break your legs. (He smirks at Lien) You know, I've got a huge di-- (He gets grabbed by Asugi) –!!!

Asugi: (He grabs Taro and knees him in the stomach) Hey, you ever hear of personal space?

Taro: You little-- shiiiit!!!!! My fucking spleen…!! (He kneels and holds his stomach) You fucking shithead Asugi! What, is that your bitch?!! Fuck you!

Felicia: O^O; (She hides behind Ridia)

Aki: O___O Uh… (He covers Lien's ears)

Asugi: (He picks up Taro by his shirt and throws him out the window) Uh… don't come back. (He shuts the window)

Taro: (He falls down) Oof!! (He stands up) ……OI!! YOU FUCKER!! I'll fuck your shit up!! (He holds his stomach and hunches over) Ugh… whatever, damn… I'm outta here!

Aki: (He takes his hands from Lien's ears) Lien, don't mind that guy. Really. o___o;

Asugi: (He puts his hands in his pockets and walks back over to them) For the record, he deserved that.

Aki: He sure did. ._. (He folds his arms) He hasn't changed at all. What is wrong with that guy?

Asugi: No idea. His life went down a bad road for some reason… (He turns to Lien) Hey. You okay?

Felicia: So… much… cursing… x_x (She holds her head)

???: (She knocks on the door) Y'ello? Asugi honey, it's mama! (She looks at Taro as he passes her) Taro?! You stinkin' carrot head! Get outta here!!! Git! (She shoos him) >:C You messin with these nice people at this here castle?!

Taro: Ugh, screw you ma!!!

???: (She puts her hands on her hips) 'Scuse me?!! You better run like the wind before I whip that tail! >:C

Taro: (He runs off) Shit!!!

Asugi: Huh? Ma?

Felicia: (She opens the door for ???) Hi, Mozu! :3 Come on in! (She bows)

Mozu: Aw, it's so good to see ya, sweetpea! ^^ (She hugs Felicia)

Felicia: Haha, you too! ^u^

Aki: Ah! It's Mozu! :D Asugi, it's been a while since you've seen your mom, right?

Asugi: Yup… (He rubs the back of his head) /Please don't embarrass me in front of Lien, ma… oh god…/

Mozu: (She turns to Asugi) Aw shoot, my boy's all grown!! T~T (She runs over to Asugi and hugs him tightly)

Asugi: (He hugs Mozu) Er, h-hey ma. Been a while. (He smiles)

Mozu: Yer darn tootin it's been a while, you haven't even sent a doggone post-card, son! (She reaches up to Asugi's face and kisses his cheek) Oh, my sweet lil 'Sugi! Yer getting to be a real strong young man! ;~; (She pinches his cheek)

Asugi: (He blushes) Argh… Yeah… thanks.

Mozu: (She looks at Lien's ankle) Oh, who wrapped that ankle there? Looks like our family's traditional bandages! You do it, Asugi?

Asugi: Yeah. Poor guy's never had a sprained ankle before…

Mozu: That was awful kind of you, son! (She sits next to Lien) Well, aren't you just as sweet as peach pie! ^^ (She pinches his cheek) What's yer name, dear? ……. Lien? Aww, yer just as sweet as you look!

Asugi: Ma, you should really ask permission before grabbing someone's face… (He sighs)

Aki: Haha, this is my son :3

Mozu: Oh! I didn't know you had a son, Aki! He's a doggone cutie pie. (She shakes her head and pats Lien) Honey, I'm real sorry you had to meet that nasty ol' Taro of mine. I got no idea what's wrong with that child. We gave him so many chances… (She looks at Lien) If he messes with you, you smack his dumb ol' coconut head hard as you can! >:c

Asugi: Yup, ain't gonna hurt anyone's feelings.

Mozu: Anyhoo, 'Sugi, yer stinkin ol' pa couldn't make it this time. He's got some seeerious business with prince Ryoma again bein' his retainer and all. I swear, that stiff old man don't take any breaks from work! -^-

Asugi: Eh, figures…

Aki: Oh, I haven't seen Saizo in years! He hasn't changed, huh?

Mozu: Nope, not a bit! (She folds her arms) I was hopin we could all sit down fer dinner sometime, but naw! He's gotta work. ._. (She looks at Lien) Something bothering you, sweetpea? That ol' ankle hurtin? (She frowns) I wish I brought my medicines.

Aki: Ah, I know! Felicia, you guys have ice packs right? o.o Mind if I grab one for Lien?

Felicia: O-oh, not at all! (She bows) They're in the fridge… Umm, I mean, the freezer?… I mean, the other fridge? … Umm… I'll go get it! :O

Aki: Ah, no, allow me! P-please. o___o' (He walks into the kitchen)

Felicia: O-oh, yeah, good idea! ;_;’ /I might break something again…/

Asugi: (He looks at Lien) You should really be laying down if you've got a sprain.

Mozu: Ain't that the truth! You ever hear of R.I.C.E, hon? :O That there is the key to a sore ankle. (She shakes her head as Lien tries to stand) No no, take it easy honey! 'Sugi can lift you up with them big ol muscles! Sugi, lay him down on that sizable lookin couch over there, would ya? I'll put some pillows down first. (She takes some pillows)

Asugi: Huh? Alright… up you go. (He picks Lien up) ……… (He looks away casually and blushes) /Crap… I hope he doesn't notice how fast my heartbeat just got… that'd be embarrassing./

Mozu: (She puts the pillows down) Hmm… Will that do?… Nah, let's do it like this! (She adjusts the pillows) …… Hmm………

Asugi: …………

Mozu: ……. Yep, that'll do! Here, here, set him down. (She pats the couch)

Asugi: (He lies Lien down on the couch) You good? (He ruffles Lien's hair gently)

Aki: (He walks out of the kitchen with an ice pack) Here we go! :3 Try this! (He places the ice pack on Lien's ankle) Is that a little better?… Yep, I knew that'd do the trick!

Asugi: (He looks at Lien) ……. If you wanna get up and walk around, just let me know. I'll help you out.

Mozu: Aw, you two seem closer than peas in a pod. You been friends for long?

Asugi: Huh? (He rubs the back of his head) Hah. I met him the other day, actually.

Mozu: Coulda fooled me, pumpkin!

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Keaton: (He sniffs around) …… (He walks over to Trench and sniffs him) …!!! Damn, dude!! (He grins) Your necklace is so cool!! I'm so jealous! It smells so bad! I love it! (He grins) I'm Keaton! (He shakes his hand then looks over at Niles) Uh…

Niles: (He twirls the roll of duct tape) Heh, you want me to let you go? Then beg for it. (He puts the tape down) Say, “Please, oh pleeeease, let me go, Niles~ I'll do anything!” (He grabs Rukh's face) No? Then I'll just have to leave you like this. Sorry.

Keaton: Niles, that's pretty dark man… are you okay? You repressing stuff?

Niles: Hm? (He shrugs) Maybe. But I'm just doing what I do best. (He looks at Taree) …Harem, huh? I've had one of those before… can't say it exactly did it for me. (He smirks) But I wouldn't mind fooling around with a wife or two… (He smirks at Dolly) Or three…? (He looks at Maasaki)

Keaton: (He holds Maasaki closer) Nope… =__='

Niles: (He laughs) Just kidding. Don't get your tail in a knot… Anyway, let's try this again. (He takes the tape off of Rukh's mouth) Hmmm…. (He sighs as Rukh talks) I told you to beg, didn't I? You must like being tied up like this. ……I'm trash? Ooh, call me that again… (He smirks and covers Rukh's mouth) … Maybe I should knock you down a peg. You're riding on a pretty high horse there…

Keaton: (He looks at his wrist) Gee, look at the time! Let's go watch the wedding. (He walks out with Maasaki) Sheesh. @_@

Niles: (He watches as everyone leaves) Aw. Looks like we won't have an audience. Bye, Doll… (He smirks at Dolly as she leaves) Heh. (He looks at Rukh) What's wrong? Are you mad? For the record, I don't date women. (He takes his hand from Rukh's mouth) You're awfully cute for such a lowlife… I wouldn't mind keeping you to myself. ……You'll kill me, huh? By all means. I don't mind being killed by you at all. (He smiles and puts the tape back onto his mouth) You still haven't begged yet… I'll gladly let you go once you beg from the bottom of your heart. Say, which spot are you jinn gods the most sensitive in?… (He touches Rukh's neck then trails his hand lower) Hmm…

???: (He peeks in) Hello, Keaton??? Kea-- (He looks at Niles and Rukh) Whoops, someone's busy in here!

Niles: Hey, Kaden. You wanna watch?

Kaden: Errr, n-no thanks! Ahaha bye Niles! D: (He runs out)

–

Keaton: (He walks in the palace with Maasaki) Uhh, I guess Niles can do whatever he wants… Hey Maasaki! (He nudges Maasaki and takes out his bag) Don't worry about the jar lid. I've probably got something else I can give you! (He grins and rummages through the bag) … Bone, nope. Hair ball? No. (He sniffs around in the bag) …… Bird carcass?… Huh. (He rummages in the bag) …Hey, this ought to do nicely! (He takes out a piece of wire) This thing is awesome! Don't worry, it didn't touch the carcass or anything. Lemme see… (He takes Maasaki's hand and wraps the wire around his wrist loosely) … Yeah! (He grins) Do you like it? (His tail wags)

Kaden: (He runs and jumps onto Keaton) Keaton!!!

Keaton: (He falls over) Ow!! (He shakes his head) Kaden, I told you to warn me when you're gonna do that.

Kaden: Sorry!! (He helps Keaton up and wags his fox tail) Hey! Hey, I heard princess Camilla is coming to the wedding! And princess Elise!

Keaton: Really? Those two aren't busy?

Kaden: I dunno! Guess not! (He looks at Maasaki) Hey who are you?! :3 Wanna pet my tail?? It's super soft and clean unlike Keaton's! Keaton, shouldn't you take better care of your tail? I've been telling you that :/

Keaton: What? Why should I? It's not like I have to look at it anyway. Besides, it's more rugged when it's all messed up and filled with junk.

Kaden: What?! Rugged? F-filled with junk?? That's so nasty!

Keaton: That's just the way I like it. (He points at Maasaki) Oh yeah, Kaden. This is Maasaki.

Kaden: Wow! Hi! (He smiles and shakes Maasaki's hands) I'm Kaden! :D

Keaton: … Yeah… okay okay.

Kaden: (He sniffs Maasaki) Wow! You smell sooo good! (He keeps shaking Maasaki's hands) Haha! ^^

Keaton: Can you stop touching him now? You're covering my scent that I put on him.

Kaden: What?! But I want to put my scent on him! :C

Keaton: No way. (He folds his arms)

Kaden: (He pouts and releases Maasaki's hands) Fine. Hrmph. What, is this your booooyfriend, Keaton? (He shakes his tail)

Keaton: Wha-- No! (He blushes) Not at all!! (He blushes more and his tail twitches)

Kaden: You sure like him a lot! :3 Right?

Keaton: Yeah, he's my friend after all! He just happens to be my favorite friend! That's why I want my scent on him! (He looks at Maasaki) Huh?…… (He blushes) Yeah! He doesn't mind my scent after all!! (His tail wags) See Kaden??

Kaden: I'd say that you have yourself a little crush on him. >3> Just look at that raggedy old tail go.

Keaton: Huh? (He looks back at his tail) …Gahh!! (He blushes and grabs his tail) You're making this weird! Shouldn't you be doing kitsune stuff? Whatever it is that kitsune do? Like brushing your ears??

Kaden: I already brushed my ears today, thank you. ^^ Aren't they pretty? Your ears could use some work, though… just saying! Well anyway, I'm gonna go raid the snacks. I'll get you something. Byebye! (He sways his tail and walks off)

Keaton: (He glares at Kaden) Grrrr. …… (He looks back at his tail) ……… (He looks at Maasaki) Maasaki… Do you think I should clean my tail? Or maybe I should take more baths… (He thinks for a moment then wraps his arm around Maasaki's shoulders) I mean, if I take more baths, would you pet me more? I know that no one likes petting me when I have junk in my fur. …I like it when you pet me the most. You always get the good spots. (He nods) So, I think I'll take baths once a week just for you. ………But don't expect me to stop collecting treasures. (He grins)

???: (She walks around the palace with ????) Uh oh… I think we're lost. Hmmm.

????: Aww, but I wanna see Seth! I miss him sooo much! :c

???: (She spots Keaton and Maasaki) Oh, it's that wolfskin species boy Keaton. Isn't he from the Wolfstein clan too?

????: Then he's a double wolf! Heehee!

???: Maybe they know the way… Oh, his jinn friend is with him. I've met him when we visited this castle. He must know. Let's go, little Elise. (She walks over to them)

Keaton: (He turns to ??? and Elise) Oh, Kaden wasn't kidding! Whaddup, princess Camilla and Elise? I thought you guys were super busy in Nohr running your kingdom or something.

Camilla: (She smiles) We're here to see Seth's wedding, of course. I wouldn't miss it for the world. Unfortunately, the two princes couldn't make it… (She folds her arms) I don't understand how anything could take priority over our darling Seth.

Elise: (She bounces excitedly) You know what?? I had a royal meeting today! But I skipped it!

Keaton: (He furrows his brow) Eh??? Should you really be doing that?

Camilla: Hmph! Those snotty royals from the neighboring town are trying bug my cute little sister into giving them stuff. I say she made the right choice.

Elise: Yes I did! (She folds her arms) ^^

Keaton: I'm sure our buddy will appreciate you coming. Say, where's the wedding at? Where are we again? (He looks around) Which door did we come out of again, Maasaki?

Elise: Wow Keaton, your sense of direction is so bad! :O

Keaton: Yeah… I know. (He sighs)

Camilla: Oh, show us the way, would you, dear? (She holds Maasaki's face) Mmm… you're sooo cute. (She smiles) It's so nice to see you again, darling.

Keaton: Grah… (He frowns) I know you're a Nohrian princess and all, Camilla, but you're still covering my scent on Maasaki. Could you maybe not touch him so much?

Camilla: Oh? Sorry. Hehe! (She releases Maasaki and laughs) Haha! Keaton, you always do this when I touch your treasures, don't you? Is he your most important treasure? (She grins)

Keaton: Maybe!!! (He blushes) So what?!

Elise: Hehehe! ^^

Camilla: (She chuckles) You're so adorable when you're flustered.

Keaton: (He sniffs Maasaki) Gah, now he smells like Camilla AND Kaden… (He rubs his cheek on Maasaki's cheek) There. (He holds Maasaki's hand) And I'll just hold your hand for a little while. You don't mind, right?

Camilla: (She giggles) If I didn't know any better, I'd say you two were the cutest couple I've ever seen. (She folds her arms)

Elise: Yeah, are you actually dating? I've been wondering :O

Keaton: What?! N-no!

Camilla: But you're holding hands so cutely. (She pouts) Are you sure?

Keaton: (He blushes) I'm pretty sure I'd know something like that! I'm holding his hand because Kaden's weird kitsune scent is all over it!

Kaden: Who has a weird scent? At least I bathe. >:c (He holds up a plate) Here, I brought you some food! Be thankful. (He hands the plate to Keaton)

Keaton: Ooh, is it meat? (He looks at the plate) ……. What is this? (He sniffs it)

Kaden: (He puts his hands on his hips) It's a sandwich! You'll love it! (He grins) >:3

Keaton: The hell is a sandwich??… (He sniffs it again) ………. Did you put something spicy in this?

Kaden: (He facepalms) Uh! Curse you and your amazing nose. X_X

Keaton: You were trying to prank me? (He grins) Heh!! You suck at pranks. I'll get you back for trying though.

Kaden: Nooo!! Your pranks are the most disgusting!

Keaton: (He shrugs and eats the sandwich)

Kaden: Urgh, are you seriously EATING that?! I put so much hot sauce in it .__. It's like you have no sense of taste. You just swallowed that thing whole!!

Camilla: Oh, that's kind of nasty, Keaton. Ew ew.

Keaton: No, it's not bad actually! Here you go, garbage man. (He hands the plate to Kaden) Wait…On second thought… (He takes the plate back and puts it in his bag)

Kaden: Ewwww ._____. Maasaki, why do you like him?

Elise: (She peeks in the banquet hall) …? Oh hey! You guys, the wedding looks like it's about to start!! :O

Keaton: No kidding?! (His tail wags) Let's go! (He holds Maasaki's hand)

Camilla: Ooh, I'm so excited~ Come on, everyone. (She opens the door and walks in with them)

Kaden: (He looks around) It's sooo pretty in here. Almost as pretty as me! ^^

Elise: It looks so neat! I expected no less from the Ankerige clan! :O

???: (He looks over at Elise and Camilla) Ah, sisters. (He smiles)

Keaton: Prince Xander, ya made it!!

Kaden: Oh my god, prince Xander of Nohr! I wonder if I should bow? @_@

Camilla: Awww, you beat us. (She frowns and folds her arms) I thought you were busy, brother.

Xander: Well, I am good at squeezing things into my schedule. Heh, it shouldn't be a problem to spend a little while here. It's not every day I get to visit this kingdom. Or attend a wedding, for that matter…

Elise: What about Leo?! (She looks around) He didn't come, did he?! >:C I knew it!

Xander: You know how he is. (He sighs)

Camilla: Mhmm… Oh well, it's his loss. Shall we sit down then? There are some seats in the back row. (She smiles) There is the groom over there. (She points at Dirk) I can't wait to see Seth~ Oooh, he's going to look soooo cuuute in his wedding outfit. (She sits down in an empty seat with everyone) I can't wait to pinch his cheeks after all this time!

Keaton: (He sighs and sits down with Maasaki) Geez, you'd think Niles would at least give it a rest for a minute. He's missing out!

Kaden: (He shivers) .__. I don't know about that. He seemed pretty… busy.

Niles: (He walks up behind them with Rukh over his shoulder) What do you mean? There's no way I could miss this.

Keaton: Gwah?? (He releases Maasaki's hand quickly) Er… (He looks away from Rukh) Niles, are you sure that's safe to just carry him around??

Niles: Hm? This? (He points at Rukh) Sure he is. There's no way for him to escape. But I dunno, I kind of want to release him so he can try and kill me. (He smirks) I love receiving pain just as much as I love inflicting it.

Keaton: Uh, that is NOT a good idea.

Camilla: (She covers Elise's ears) Niles, tone down the s&m, will you? My poor, innocent little sister…

Elise: (She looks around) o.o ??? Huh? Camilla, why are you covering my ears?

Niles: My bad, your highness~ (He looks at Maasaki and sighs) Maasaki, you don't have to look so nervous. I've got somewhat of a leash on him… (He flicks his tongue at Rukh) Don't I? (He hisses as Rukh flares up) Ouch, you're getting hot… you have a fever? (He snickers)

Kaden: You are so weird!! X__X

Keaton: Meh, that's just classic Niles. But he sure does like to mess with that guy more than anyone else I've seen. (He scratches his ear) He's probably got a crush on him or something. (He shrugs)

Niles: (He closes his eyes and smirks) You got me. Sometimes I have those.

Keaton: No way-- really?? I was right?!

Niles: Of course. How could I resist him? (He laughs) Such a cute face making that horrible expression… And on top of that, he hates me. It's just cute. I'm not kidding… I'd love to hear what he sounds like when--

Kaden: AHHH!! Tmi!! Tmi, Niles! @/////@ (He facepalms)

Keaton: Good luck with that, Niles… Seriously e_e; You have a weird taste in dudes.

Elise: (She gasps as the lights in the room change) Eeee! It's starting! ^^

Camilla: I just can't wait~ (She claps)

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Henry: (He rests on Braho's shoulder and talks in his sleep) Mmmrh… animal carcasses everywhere… Yay………… Ooh, something mmmm… smells good… (He sniffs Braho's neck and takes a bite out of it) ……… (He wakes up and swallows the bite) …Uh…? Uhhh-- ahahaha! Oops!! (He wipes blood from his mouth) I'm really sorry! I just ate you in my sleep!

Aradia: Oh god. (She looks at Braho in horror) Are you not in pain??

Henry: (He watches as Braho regenerates) Woow! Just like me! (He pats the spot where he took a bite) I'm sorry again! I didn't mean to do that…

Aradia: That is incredible! So not only ghouls have such abilities.

Henry: Mhm… (He rests his head on Braho) Mmmmm… Hey wait a minute! (He looks at Aradia) Aradia???

Aradia: (She raises her brow) Henry?

Henry: (He hops down from Braho's back and runs over to Aradia) Wow, hi Aradia! It's been a while since we dug up graves together!

Aradia: Yes! (She grins) I would like to do that again sometime! We can have another corpse party!

Henry: Yay! Corpse party!…… (He snaps his head up and looks at a bush) Huh?… (He sniffs the air)

Aradia: What is wrong? (She looks at the bush and glares) Someone there?

Nicu: (He jumps out of the bush and hops onto Henry) Oooh! I got you, you ghoul! Now I can sample a taaaste!!~ (He tries to sink his fangs into Henry's neck) Mrrrrh--!! Why can't I do it?! Your skin is too tough! e__e'

Henry: (He smiles) What are you doing? Get off of me. (He elbows Nicu in the stomach)

Nicu: OOF!! (He stumbles backward and falls over) Ough… uhhh… Henry!! (He stands up and coughs) Auogh-- Ahem… Y-you are so mean to me! Let me taste youuuu!! ;^; (He jumps onto Henry)

Henry: Agh-- Stop touching me, please!!

Nicu: Not until I can get a little taste of you!! >n< (He bites Henry again) Grrr, why can't I--? e_e'

Henry: Ugh… can you please stop?! (He grabs Nicu's shirt and throws him)

Nicu: Ough!!! X_X (He falls over) Oww! My butt! And my stomach again!! Be gentle with meee-- oof… (He coughs) @_@'

Henry: Whaaat? You're the one trying to bite me! (He wipes Nicu's spit off of his neck with his sleeve) Gross…

Aradia: (She turns to Noah) Hm? This is your “uncle”? He is so weird…

Nicu: … Noah?! (He gasps and turns to Noah) N… o… ahhhh!!! ;O; (He picks up Noah and hugs him) My cute, most adorable nephew in the whole world!! I missed you sooooooo~ much!

Aradia: Oi, put him down! He is no child!

Nicu: Wh-- (He looks at Aradia) And who are you? Are you his girlfriend? e^e

Aradia: (She folds her arms) That is right. “Girlfriend”. … (She nods) That has a nice ring to it!

Nicu: o^o (He sets Noah down) Very well. (He pats Noah's head) Hmp. Look at how much you've grown. Mrrrh, I just want to baby you for your whole life! ._. Please let me!

Aradia: He is not a baby! (She punches Noah's shoulder) He is a tough man, so treat him like one!

Nicu: Ooooh… darn it all! Fine ;~; ……………Hm?… I smell something… mmm… delicious… (He walks over to Braho and sniffs him) Oh my god! You smell amazing!!! */////* (He strokes his muscle) Mmmm… soo much muscle… (He drools) Ooh… And… mmm?? (He sniffs Braho's neck) Mmmm, this is the finest human blood to ever grace my senses!!~ ^///////////^ Do you have regenerative abilities? You do, don't you? Don't you?? I know that smell anywhere! ^////////////^ (He clings to Braho)

Aradia: (She looks at Henry as his eyes change) Uh oh…

Nicu: (He takes Braho's hand) Ooh! You're so handsome too! ^///////^ (He strokes Braho's face) Just a little! Please, let me have a little taste of you~ And maybe you and I could also mmm, get outta here and-- (He gets blown away by Henry's kagune) O___________O

Aradia: Oh!! (She claps) Haha, nice one!

Henry: (His eyes turn back to normal) Wha-- uhhh…?? O-oh no… (He quickly retracts his kagune) Umm, sorry!! I-I'm sorry! I-I dunno what came over me! Are you okay?? (He runs over to Nicu)

Nicu: (He sits up slowly) …… (He coughs) ……Y-yes, I am fine….I mean… Actually I don't know. @__@ (He wipes blood from his mouth) /Remind me not to flirt with a ghoul's boyfriend… or try and drink their blood./ @___@ (He holds his head) /I forgot how strong ghouls actually are… whoopsie./

Henry: (He kneels down to Nicu) I-I really am sorry!!! Here, you wanna drink my blood right?! (He rolls up his sleeve) H-here!! (He bites his arm open and puts it up to Nicu's face) Drink it!!

Nicu: (He blinks as blood drips from Henry's arm) o__o … (He cries) Awwww, oh my Goood! Am I dreaming?! Ahahaha-- !!!! (He holds his stomach and coughs) @_@ Ahem… A-are you… sure?!! Henry darling! ;__; (He grabs Henry's face)

Henry: Yeah, please do it before I change my mind! (He smiles and swats Nicu's hand away)

Nicu: Oh!! (He licks his lips) Then, I will thoroughly enjoy!! *//////* (He grabs Henry's arm and drinks from it roughly) Mmmmmm!!~~ Ghoul blood!! */////*

Henry: (He twitches) Gah--! Ewww… /Well, this is what I get… Why did I do that anyway??/ ………… (He blinks) ………………Hey Nicu, are ya done?! I'm not gonna have any blood left!!

Nicu: Mmmmmhhh---- (He stops drinking Henry's blood) Oh… yes… Oh yeeeees… (He wipes his mouth) Ghoul blood~~ Sooo yummy! Soooo yuuu~ummy…. (He drools and falls over) I could just die… I could just~~~ dieee~!!! (He licks blood off of his hands and shivers) @//////@ (He moans)

Henry: (He stands up and nudges Nicu with his foot) Noah, your uncle sure is embarrassing!

Aradia: Apparently, ghoul blood is a rare delicacy to the vampire species. (She furrows her brow) He is overreacting though.

Nicu: (He breathes heavily and grabs Henry's ankle) P-please… one more… @////////////@

Henry: Nope!! (He rolls his sleeve down)

Nicu: Mmmmmm but, pleeeease!!~ ;/////////: (He clings to Henry's leg and drools)

Aradia: (She facepalms)

Henry: Nicu, your face is really near my foot!! (He smiles and glares at him)

Nicu: Urk!-- (He releases Henry and falls to the ground) Y-you do owe me one… You really hurt me just then. >^> (He points at his stomach) Mmm-- ooh owww. (He puts his hand on his forehead dramatically) It still kinda huuurts… >^>

Henry: (He shrugs) I can't help it that I want to protect my friends from getting their blood drained!

Nicu: Friend??? Pufu~ (He smirks) Heeee~ That wasn't the only reason, was it? I was toootally flirting with him after all… >3> (He trails his finger up Henry's leg)

Henry: … Gee, it's like you want me to kick you in the mouth! Don't touch me.

Nicu: You wouldn't do that to little ol' me… >3> (He trails his finger higher)

Henry: (He smiles) Are you deaf? Stop touching me already.

Nicu: (He quickly takes his finger away) ^^;;;;; (He stands up and brushes himself off)

Galanus: (He walks out from the palace) Phew… (He looks at Nicu) … He-hey! You leave Henry alone! (He points at Nicu) Y-you stalker >:C

Nicu: Hmph, you're too late! I already got a taste of him! >:D (He sticks his tongue out at Galanus)

Galanus: What!? D: Are you okay?! (He looks at Henry)

Henry: Yes! I'm just fine.

Galanus: So… wh-what happened? ._.

Nicu: (He shakes his head) Basically I flirted with his hunk of a boyfrie-- ahem-- “friend” and tried to drink his blood, and then his ghoul instincts went all crazy, and mmm… I got a booboo >n> And then he let me drink from him out of pity! ^^ Heeheehee! Worth it! And I'm all healed!~

Galanus: Oh… really?? o_o

Nicu: Anyway… It's just not fair! Henry has that hunk friend! >n< (He squirms) I want a hunk! T////T

Galanus: Maybe you should stop being weird first… ._.

Nicu: He's weirder than me!! >:C (He points at Henry) Look, he's dragging a damn corpse! =^='

Henry: (He drags ???'s corpse out of the palace) Huh?

Nicu: Oh my god, ewwww .____. Are you seriously going to eat that?! He's dead! And he has no hands! e__e;

Henry: (He drops the corpse's leg) Yeah, of course I'm gonna eat it! No one said I couldn't!

Galanus: (He shrugs) Yeah, you might as well… o^o

Nicu: Ughhh! You are so gross!! >n< (He covers his eyes) I don't want to see this! ._.

Henry: But you drink blood, Nicu. That's pretty gross, too… (He kneels down to the corpse and rips the stomach open)

Nicu: Eating flesh is way disgusting!! I would just die if I had to eat flesh! (He peeks at Henry) … AHHH!! (He covers his eyes and gags) Bluhhhh!! Intestines!!!! Q___Q (He falls over and holds his stomach)

Henry: (He eats the intestines then looks back at Nicu) What's wrong? I feel like you're just making fun of me now... (He pouts)

Nicu: (He stands up) No, I'm not… I-it's just gross!! (He covers his eyes) Don't look at me with that adorable little face!! It's covered in blood! @__@

Henry: Well okay then! (He turns back to the corpse) Liver, spleen... Ewww, he smoked cigarettes... lungs... no. Bleh... (He pulls the lungs out and throws them at Nicu)

Nicu: IYAAAAA!! (He screams and falls over) HENRY!!! YOU JUST THREW THAT THING AT ME!!! Q____Q (He backs away from the lungs)

Henry: I did?!! Oops…

Nicu: (He looks at the corpse) .....I-I'm going to… be sick… (He looks at Braho) D-does this not bother you?!! Y-you're a human!! Ughh! @___@ And you too Galanus! (He gags and covers his mouth)

Galanus: Well I am kind of used to it… =w='

Nicu: Normal ghouls don't do this!! (He stomps) They just eat and be on their way! He's picking out all those nasty yucky organs!! And he's playing with it! (He holds his stomach) Nnnnghhh... @___@;;

Galanus: (He laughs nervously) W-well, he just likes to do it... I've always been kind of nervous to interrupt his eating, to be honest... o_o;

Nicu: What?! But you're his brother!! Kind of?? >n<

Galanus: Henry, once you're done eating we gotta go home. o.o Okay?

Henry: (He blinks sleepily) Aw… okay… (He pokes at the corpse's face) … (He gouges out the eyes) .... (He yawns)

Galanus: H-hey, now you're just playing with your food and not eating it =3=; (He turns away)

Nicu: (He peeks at the corpse) ……… (He faints) X___X

–

Gokudera: (He picks up Boo and walks upstairs) Heh, you're really asking for it… You'd better prepare yourself. Too bad I'm not in a merciful mood lately… (He walks into their room and shuts the door then sets her on the bed) Get undressed. This is what you want, right? (He smirks and takes off his tie) You're gonna get it…

knight: (He walks down the hallway) Ahem… your highne-- (He hears Boo and Gokudera in the room) ???… (He listens in) …?

Gokudera: What's that? You don't want me to be rough? Sure, I'll be gentle with you… For a little while. Heh. …… Damn…

knight: (He blushes and walks away quickly) O////////////O /I-I didn't hear anything!!! I'm out of here!/ (He runs downstairs and bumps into the guard) Oof-- s-sir. (He puts his hand on the guard's shoulder) Do not go upstairs. Because well… you know @/////@ (He walks off with the guard)

–

Tomo: (He blushes) .////////. You're putting me in a cramped position… at least let me take my pants off! (He looks away and takes off his pants) Of course I want it… I mean, I want you to feel good… A-and… (He turns red) It's f-fine if it hurts! (He turns redder) Just do me… I'm sorry for making you wait--  ah!! (He gasps as Gino rubs against him) Urr… ……Wh-what do you mean?! Anyone would be hard in this situation…! =//////=' (He covers his crotch) B-but!! Just so you know, this is my first time! It'll be your responsibility if I get sent to the hospital! I'm seriously not kidding!! @///////@ I-- mmh! (He gets kissed) Mmm… Uhm…… Nn-- NNN!! X/////X (He pulls away from Gino as he slides in) H-hold on!! That actually r-really-- hurts!! (He pants) Haa-- Um-- Gino-- ow!! ;//////; (He covers his face and turns away) No! K-keep doing it… (He cringes in pain) Urr… x/////////x;

– –

Xiaoli: (He sits on a bench and folds his arms) .^. ……………………… (He looks around) ……… .___.

Snake: (He drives up next to Xiaoli and rolls the window down) Hey, kid? You waiting around for something? You okay?

Xiaoli: (He looks at Snake and Steam) Huh? Ohh! Are you two going to dinner now? :O

Snake: Yeah. (He smiles)

Xiaoli: (He walks up to Snake and talks quietly) And… are you taking him to that one place… (He talks quieter when Steam wasn't looking) /...where you had your first date?/ e_e ?

Snake: … (He winks and nods)

Xiaoli: >:3 (He steps back and nods) Go and have fun now! Bye bye! (He waves)

Snake: Can do. (He looks at Xiaoli) But are you gonna be alright here by yourself? You waiting for someone, or--?

Xiaoli: I'm not a kid, so I will be fine!! >:C And I am waiting for my dumb dumb boyfriend. He said he wanted to take me someplace instead of me cooking. -^-

Snake: (He thinks) No offense, but that sounds like a better idea, actually…

Xiaoli: I know. ._.

Snake: See you later, kid. (He waves)

Xiaoli: Bye byee!! (He waves to them) Steam! Tell me about the date when you get back! >V< (He keeps talking as Snake rolls up the window and waves) Have a good time! And make sure to text meee-- >O<

Snake: (He waves and drives off) Phew… (He chuckles as Steam questions) Nope. Nothing. And look, don't worry about… you know who. (He shakes his head) Tonight it's not about anyone else but us. Got it? (He smirks)

Xiaoli: (He sits back on the bench as they drive off) ^u^

Yukko: Xiaoli! (She runs over to him) :D

Xiaoli: Senpai?? Where have you been? x__x It has been a year.

Yukko: (She stops as Xiaoli speaks) O___O … Who are you?!

Xiaoli: Huhh??? =^=

Yukko: (She points at Xiaoli) Xiaoli, you hit puberty since I last saw you!! It's like you're a whole new person D:

Xiaoli: That is--! I told you I would!! >:c I am 18 now! So of course I did! -^-

Yukko: Wow!!… You're even twice as bossy sounding now! D: And your hair is way different!

Xiaoli: (He folds his arms) I-I do not sound bossy… >:C

Yukko: Yeah you do. o-o (She sits next to him and pats his back) I mean, otherwise you wouldn't have been the student council president back in high school. Everyone was so scared you would yell at them that they behaved properly :D So you did a good job!

Xiaoli: Eh??? They… were scared? o^o

Yukko: Yeah, you didn't notice? -3-' I mean, you were all…

//

Xiaoli: Hey, you!!! (He points at a student) If you run in the hallway, you will fall and break something!! And I will give you detention!!!! Be CAREFUL!!! >:C

student: (He bows to Xiaoli) I'm so sorry!! I'm so sorry, class rep!

–

Yukko: (She whispers to ???) Hey, what did you bring for lunch-- O3O (She looks at Xiaoli) OwO;;

Xiaoli: (He folds his arms and looks at ??? and Yukko) Pay attention!!! >:O Were you listening?

Yukko: Y-yup, Xiaoli! I got everything about the, what was it, garden club…? o3o;

???: (She whispers to Yukko) No, the culture festival! Culture festival! @_@'

Xiaoli: You need to pay attention! Or you will get lost at the culture festival! >:C Do you understand?! I will explain it again, just for you!!! >:C

class: (They groan)

Xiaoli: If you want to groan, groan at your dumb senpai!! (He points at Yukko) Now pay attention this time!!

Yukko: (She rests her head on her desk) @___@

–

Xiaoli: (He stands by the class door in the hallway) ……

???: (He walks up to the classroom) o.o

Xiaoli: Satoshi senpai, button your shirt, if you would please!! >:C

Satoshi: O-oh, yeah, s-sorry!! D: (He buttons his shirt quickly) Ahaha, I was half asleep this morning…

Xiaoli: (He puts his hands on his hips) ……

Satoshi: (He looks at Xiaoli) So… (He scratches his head) Why are you guarding the door, Xiaoli? ._.

Xiaoli: Principal Akagi is making me do this. Because some certain people have ripped their uniforms to look “stylish”. How ridiculous. =^=

Satoshi: I guess it does get the job done if it's you ^^'

Xiaoli: (He smiles) It is too easy. >:3 Besides, I have not seen one ripped uniform yet!

Satoshi: /Yeah, or else we'll get yelled at…/ =w=; (He walks into the classroom)

//

Yukko: … And stuff =3=

Xiaoli: It kept everyone in order, did it not?! >:c

Yukko: Uh huh xD It really did!! Oh yeah, your birthday's today, right? August 15th! Happy-- (She poses) –birthday!!! 18th birthday! ^__^ (She hands him a grocery bag)

Xiaoli: Is-- is this for me? o.o (He looks inside the bag) …….

Yukko: How is it? You like it?

Xiaoli: (He holds up a jar) Is this… octopus wasabi? o.o Um, and… there is so much food in here @_@

Yukko: Yeah ^_^

Xiaoli: (He holds the bag) Well, thank you, senpai! Um, for doing my grocery shopping for me on my birthday? o_o I appreciate this.

Yukko: You're welcome! I knew you'd love it :D

Xiaoli: (He blinks as a car stops in front of them) o.o

Yukko: Eh? (She looks at Miyoshi as he rolls the window down) Ah @___@ It's you!… Please don't arrest me .__.'

Xiaoli: (He runs over and sticks his head in the window) You took forever! Slow idiot! >:C (He hugs Miyoshi)

Yukko: You insult him but also hug him? o.o

Xiaoli: (He steps back as Miyoshi gets out of the car) Miyoshi, I want to spend time with you right now!! .__. (He hugs his neck and squeezes him) I miss you when you are always out doing work things!! >://///C It is just not fair!…… (He grabs Miyoshi and shakes him) But I want to have some time with you too! Your boss always hogs you!!! >///n///<

Yukko: Wow, you two are still dating huh? o_o You gonna get married?

Xiaoli: Wh-what are you babbling, senpai??? =///n///=;

Yukko: Just wondering :D

Xiaoli: (He stomps and looks up at Miyoshi) I-it is my birthday too, so you have to spend time with me! >///n///> (He folds his arms) Even if you buy me a present, it will be considered trash unless I have you to myself for tonight!! >:///C

– –

Ryou: (He pets Chumpie gently) Kawaii!! ;/////;

Naoki: (He sneaks inside and slowly walks over to Chumpie) e_e

Ryou: N-Naoki… Ummmm… (He looks back and forth at Naoki and Chumpie) E-easy… now… @~@

Naoki: (He sniffs Chumpie) ……. -w- (He lies down next to him and rolls onto his back)

Ryou: (He holds his chest and sighs in relief) …… (He looks at Stephan) Stephan… so… do you know how to take care of a puppy? ovo; Um, I can help you if you want... (He smiles) I-It wouldn't be too hard! If we did it together… um, that is, if he doesn't have an owner…

Naoki: (He rubs his face on Chumpie and meows)

Ryou: (He picks up Chumpie) H-h-he's so cute ;///////; Here, you should h-hold him! (He hands Chumpie to Stephan) Um… (He positions Stephan's hands gently) F-for a puppy… y-you should hold him like this…

Naoki: (He looks at Chumpie as Stephan holds him) o_o

Ryou: Okay… I-I can show you around now! (He smiles and walks down the hallway with Stephan) Me and Kotori-neesan have our own rooms… (He opens the door to his room) M-my room is… (He looks inside) @__@ (He shuts the door) Um… messy actually… I-I'll have to show you when I clean up a little bit…

Naoki: (He meows and follows Ryou and Stephan)

Ryou: (He walks into the back yard with them) This is where I practice pitching! R-right here @//@; (He pats the strikeboard) It's a little worn down…

Naoki: (He walks around the backyard) … (He sniffs Chumpie as Stephan puts him down) Meow! (He walks around the back yard with Chumpie)

Ryou: (He looks at Stephan's hands) Um… (He looks at him) Eh..? I was just wondering… Can I see your hand for a m-minute? oAo (He takes Stephan's hand and put it onto his) ...... It's... b-big! @////@;; (He releases his hand) Y-you would be a good catcher... Catchers have big hands ^v^

Naoki: (He looks at Ryou and Stephan and sits next to Chumpie) o_o

Ryou: (He looks up at Stephan then looks away) .......Umm... by the way... Wh-wh-when you... put your number into my cell phone... Ummmm... You named yourself as.... b-b-boy...friend.... @//////@ (He fidgets)

Naoki: (He lies down) =w=

Ryou: (He looks at Stephan) ....E-e-eh? No... I-I'm actually... glad!! That you think that way of me... t-too... (He blushes more)

Naoki: (He rolls onto his back and sneezes) -w-

Ryou: Wh-when you came to Dave's company, I-I hid from you every time! But I really liked you a lot! A-and I wanted to say hi... but you were really scary to approach... Um. B-but I thought maybe if I just talked to you we could... b-be friends @/////@

Naoki: =3= ....... (He paws Chumpie gently)

Ryou: (He smiles up at Stephan) B-but I'm r-r-really, really glad that I talked to you finally! B-because we went on a date… k-kind of… (He fidgets and turns redder)

Naoki: (He sits up and looks at Ryou and Stephan) o_o ???…

Ryou: A-and, Stephan, you don't make fun of my stutter o-or anything! And you're… n-nice to me!! (He smiles) I'm… r-really glad!

-- --

Sollux: (He looks at Malik) Yeah, I don't thiink you 2hould go by your2elf. Count me in, dude… I'll be fine and I can get the kids out fa2ter. That'2 pretty fucked up to do 2omethiing liike that… Plu2, if my kid get2 hurt, I wouldn't forgive my2elf.

Shuji: All the kids are there?! What the shit…

Sal: (She holds Grey's shoulder and looks at Malik) Honey… I-I don't know… I know you're tough! But I'm just worried. :C

Grey: (He frowns) Dad… Are you going to get hurt?

Sal: (She sighs as Malik responds) O-okay… I trust you.

Sollux: Okay. Let'2 get goiing a2ap. (He puts his hand on Yolanda's back) You can come too babe. You won't be getting hurt a2 long a2 I'm with you.

???: (She jumps down from Roku's roof and grins) Ooooo-helloooo!! (She props her machine guns on her shoulders) We hunting a serial killer??

Sollux: Uh… ye2?

Shuji: (He facepalms) Jinx…

Jinx: (She walks over to Shuji and Roku) Hellooo, Shuji! (She grins and looks at Roku) Roku! What happened to you? (She strokes Roku's face with her finger) Poor guy! But soo cute! ;D

Shuji: =__= Oi… touchy.

Jinx: Sooo~rry~ (She holds her machine gun) So, we're gonna kill a killer? Can I kill them?

Shuji: (He thinks) … Well, you could protect the kids if they're in danger. I'll be staying here and looking after Roku and my kids… (He sighs) But no shooting any children, Jinx.

Jinx: Yeah, duhhh, who do you think I am? Some sort of monster?? (She laughs) Well, sometimes I'm not, alright?! (She grins at Malik) I'm going too! (She locks and loads her guns) Once we find that murderer, let me at 'em, pleeeease!!! (She claps excitedly)

Shuji: (He looks at Malik) Malik, this is Jinx. Uh, our neighbor. She's a marksman… a pretty strong one at that. Best in her field. (He looks at Jinx) But she is really destructive >__> You better follow Malik's orders, kid.

Jinx: (She spins her electrical gun) Who're you callin' a kid? I'm 19, idiot! (She giggles) Peh-- hahaha! I'm super excited to kill someone!! (She puts the gun in her holster) And don't worry. I don't kill innocent people. Especially not children. (She growls) I'll get that nasty serial killer… Just watch me!!

Sal: A-at least with Ms. Jinx around, the kids are guaranteed even more safety…

Shuji: Yeah. (He looks back inside at Levi and sighs) … (He looks at Sollux and Malik) See you guys later. Be careful, alright? (He sits with Shisui and Shu next to Levi) ………

Sollux: Alright. Are we all good? Then let'2 go. Those kid2 aren't in any le22 danger by u2 chatting here. (He zaps Malik, Yolanda, Jinx, and himself to a forest) …… (He looks around) Alright, are we clo2e?

Jinx: Let's hurry up and find 'em!! I'm just dying to kill this guy! (She looks around and glares) And plus, one of my friends j-just so happens to be at this party! I'll kill for him! I'll kill anyone for him!! (She loads all of her guns and glares around)

Sollux: (He puts his hand to his head) …? (He looks at everyone) Alright, I've got the direction. Follow me. (He leads them)

Jinx: Yesss!! (She follows them and grins at Yolanda) Your troll guy is smart! Now we can definitely kill this guy!

Sollux: You 2ure are obsessed with killing thi2 guy. Why?

Jinx: (She grins) Of course I am! If anything happens to my friend at that nasty slaughter party, I'd……. (She grits her teeth) I'd… (She shakes her head) It won't happen!!! I'll kill this murderer before that happens!!!!

Sollux: …(He looks at Jinx) And who i2 thi2 friend?

Jinx: Huh? Well, he looks like you actually. Part troll. Heh!! He's a huge nerd! I love to bully him! (She laughs) Just kidding! We're great friends!

Sollux: (He looks at Yolanda) Must be our 2on. Oh boy… He'2 got 2ome odd friend2… (He sighs and continues leading everyone)

Jinx: I'm ODD, ehhh? That's your son? Cool! (She grins) … (She looks forward and follows them) /…I'm coming for you, buddy… Hang in there!!!!/ (She blushes and grips the handle on her machine gun tightly)

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[happinessdove]

Petunia: (She grins nods at the stew) Yummy!! Yummy! Yummy!! (She bounces and points to her open mouth) Ahhh! Ahh!

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

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

Iris: (She looks at Sina) Oh, y-you don't have much…? My dear, if you need anything, you are welcome to ask me. The king is not the only one with power here. (She sighs) I feel like if this kingdom was only under his rule, it would be in ruins…

Petunia: (She runs over to Sina and hugs her waist) Wow nice lady!! Nice lady! Wow! Nice lady! ^.^

Iris: Huh…? (She giggles) Pff-- hehe! Petunia seems to like you very much!

Petunia: (She laughs loudly as Sina puts her hat on her head) Ahahaha!! Hahaha! Yay yay! Yaay! (She runs around and falls over) Oww-- hahaha! (She stands back up and runs around) Hahahaha :D

Iris: Are you all right, Petunia?

Petunia: (She jumps onto the bench swing nearby and swings) Mommy!! Mommy! Mommy!!

Iris: Yes, dear? (She smiles)

Petunia: Pail! Pail! Over there, Pail! (She points at Gale as he approaches)

Gale: (He walks over) “Pail” huh? Last time I checked it was “Sale” or anything other than my name e_e

Iris: (She giggles) Oh, Gale, be patient with her.

Gale: Yeah, yeah! I know. (He sits next to Petunia on the bench swing) Uh, so anyway, mom, I-- (He looks at Ceto and jumps in surprise) WHA!! Who are you?!! O___O

Petunia: Ceto!! Ceto!!!

Iris: I suppose he didn't allow anyone to meet you, did he? (She frowns)

Gale: (He stares at Ceto as she introduces herself) What??!!!! @__@ (He facepalms then kneels down to her) How come I never saw you?! You've been here since before I was born!! Either you're really good at hiding yourself, or I'm just dumb!!

Iris: (She pats Gale gently) Gale, you may want to be a bit quieter. If your father sees us, I don't want to know what will happen… (She sits next to Petunia on the bench swing)

Gale: Oh right =_= (He sits down and slumps) Speaking of him, when can we kill him? =___=

Iris: … (She sighs and covers Petunia's ears) It feels a bit wrong when you put it that way, dear.

Gale: Why? Everyone's thinking it! =_=

Petunia: Doing what? (She tilts her head) Doing what? (She takes off the hat and tightens her pigtails) Doing what happened?? (She puts the hat back on)

Gale: Why do we have to put up with him? I'll do this by myself!! >:O

Iris: No you will not.

Gale: Grh-- why not?! >:C

Iris: Gale, he is not weak… He is strong, and I know that first hand.

Gale: … So?… >:C

Iris: So I don't want you to get killed, my dear. Kouta could stand a chance, since he has Yasu, but… I know he will not do it.

Gale: Ya think? He started crying when I even talked about it =.= I say Xalvador does it. He hates you-know-who's guts anyway. And I don't blame him, either!!

Petunia: Saldor!! (She looks around) Where Saldor?? :D

Iris: … Yes, I know. (She looks down and thinks) …… Perhaps. I hate to bring him into this, but I know he would not hesitate.

Gale: (He folds his arms) Well good!! >.> Can't wait.

Iris: Mm… Me neither.

Gale: Huh? Whoaaa, mom, yeah, assertive!! >:D

Iris: (She shakes her head) Haha, no, no, I'm just being honest. (She rubs a bruise on her arm) This is also for the good of this kingdom. All of the wealth is just his… It would be nice if we had much less poverty in this city… I'm sure everyone else would appreciate this, as well.

Gale: Yeah, I try and give some of it to them!! It doesn't always work. He actually caught me once =^= Ya know, that's when he broke my arm.

Iris: (She sighs and looks down) … I know, dear. He won't hurt you anymore…

Petunia: (She stares into space confusedly) o.o ????

Gale: (He stands up) Well I'm feeling good about it!!

Iris: Yes… we'll all speak with Xalvador about this whenever he comes back. Isn't Kouta with him? And sir Arthur? (She tilts her head) Where have they gone?

Gale: Uhhh, some other kingdom that I don't know about. With that weirdo Rayth =n=

Iris: (She stands up) I see… Until then, let's just bear through… (She smiles at Sina) Dear, are you okay? Would you like to stay here for the night? We do have very nice guest rooms and stables.

Petunia: (She hands Sina her hat and grins) So… so… What… what… is your name?!! (She smiles and looks up at her)

Iris: (She blinks as Petunia talks) O-oh my goodness…!

Gale: Did she just speak in a complete sentence?? O_O

Petunia: (She jumps up and down excitedly as Sina talks) Sina? Sina??? :D (She grins) My name… my name… is… is… Petunia!!

Iris: (She covers her mouth) P-Petunia is talking…?! (She starts crying)

Gale: O.O Ohhhh!!!

Iris: (She watches in amazement as Petunia continues talking to Sina)

Petunia: (She laughs as Sina talks) Hahahaha!! :D What… so what… so where did you came from??

Iris: (She wipes her eyes) Oh, we still need a bit of grammar practice. That's all right. (She sniffles and holds her hands together) ;_;

Petunia: (She grins and walks back over to Iris) Mommy!! Mommy!!! Mommy!!!

Iris: (She kneels down to Petunia and smiles) Yes, dear? Did you make a new friend today?

Petunia: I made… I made… new… new friend!!! (She bounces)

Iris: (She laughs) Oh, that's so wonderful! I am so proud of you, sweetheart!

Petunia: (She jumps onto Gale) Sale!! Sale!! :D

Gale: (He cries) Yeah I'm Sale… I'm also Pail ;___; (He hugs Petunia)

Petunia: (She releases Gale and runs over to Lancelot) Hi Lot lot!! Hi Lot lot!!! (She runs over to Ceto and grins) Hi Ceto!! Hi Ceto!!

Iris: (She walks over to Sina and smiles) Th-that was so amazing how you communicated with her… I-I should thank you. (She holds Sina's hands gently) She has never talked like that before…

– –

Kouta: (He giggles as Arthur picks up Matin) Aww, but they seem to be good friends…? It's quite adorable…

Rayth: Yeah, ya know what isn't adorable though? Death. =_=

Kouta: Oh… yes, you're right, Rayth… (He smiles as Arthur and Matin walk over) Hm…? Yes, yes, your castle is amazing… The animals here are all quite friendly and well cared for… And your flowers are beautiful… ^^

Rayth: (He glances at the maiden as she lifts her skirt) Ew, what the hell? Dude Xalvador, this chick is giving you some sort of look =__=

Kouta: (He looks at the maiden as she growls) …? (He looks at Xalvador) Xalvador, I think she's mad at you… (He frowns) Did you two get into a fight…?

Rayth: Are you kidding me? e_e (He glares at Kouta) You seriously don't get what's happening right now? e___e'''

Kouta: (He looks at Rayth) …… Huh…?

Rayth: What the fu-- frick =_= Kouta. Are you kidding around? There's no way you can be 19 years old and not know. …Well then again you're you. =__=

Kouta: (He looks at Rayth in concern) Wh-what do you mean…? Am I missing something important…?

Rayth: Ughh!! Just forget it! I'm not explaining this to you!!! =/////= Keh.

Sakurai: (He runs over to Kouta and Xalvador) M-m-milord and sir Xalvador!!! (He bows)

Kouta: (He smiles) Sakurai…?

Rayth: (He looks at Sakurai) Another knight? How many of these do you have? >.>

Sakurai: E-err, m-my stallion is not here at the moment! I apologize for looking like such a mess! (He salutes to Rayth) And to you as well, the friend of milord! (He salutes again)

Rayth: Keh, what? (He looks away and mumbles) I don't give a shit, you meathead =//=; Stop it.

Sakurai: (He stops saluting) I apologize!!

Kouta: Sakurai, how did you get here…? We're quite a ways from home…

Sakurai: Ah, yes! Well, I followed some hoof prints, leading to here! I had been informed by miss Talia that she saw you get kidnapped by some strange beast!… (He looks around) … Er, but I do not see one.

Kouta: O-ohh, that was, ummmm…. ^^''

Rayth: Uh, that was big dude here. >_> (He points at Xalvador)

Sakurai: (He looks at Xalvador) R-really? Sir Xalvador, I did not know you possessed something like that… I am honored to be in the presence of such strength! … Sir!

Kouta: (He looks behind Sakurai as Sabigara runs over) Sabi…? Oh no… what are you doing here…?

Sabigara: (He runs over to Kouta and hops into his arms) >:C

Kouta: (He frowns) Are you mad at me…? I'm sorry… I didn't mean to leave for so long… (He strokes Sabigara and holds him)

Sabigara: (He purrs and rubs his face on Kouta) =n=

Sakurai: That is your feline, milord? He was following me the whole time! I see! He must have missed you.

Rayth: (He raises his brow at Sabigara) He's pissy, isn't he?

Sabigara: (He hisses at Rayth) >:C ……. (He calms down as Kouta pets him) =n=

Rayth: Keh, little shit >_>

Sabigara: (He hops down from Kouta's arms and nuzzles Matin and Arthur's legs) Mrrh.

Kouta: H-he'll warm up to you, Rayth… ^^' (He glances at the maiden as she waves and blows kisses at Xalvador) ……? (He blinks and turns to Rayth) Oh, I think I get it now, Rayth…

Rayth: Hm? About what? You mean miss weirdo over there?

Kouta: (He nods) Hm… (He thinks for a moment) …… She must really want to be great friends with Xalvador. ^^

Rayth: (He facepalms) Nope =___=

Kouta: Wh-wha… no…? Then what is it…?

Rayth: … (He looks at Kouta and growls) …… Mrgh… Keh!! Fine, come here!! =////= (He gently pushes Kouta into a different room) Okay Kouta, I guess since your mom forgot to tell you about the birds and the bees, I'll have to do it!! =__=

Kouta: Birds and bees? (He smiles)

Rayth: Not that kind of birds and bees!! It's a different kind. @_@ You little…

Kouta: What kind…?

Rayth: The sex kind. =_= I wouldn't be surprised if you don't know what that is.

Kouta: Wh-what…? Rayth, isn't that a bad word?

Rayth: Not really. For crying out loud… You know what sex is, right??? =___= Please say yes.

Kouta: Um, kind of… not really… um… no.

Rayth: Urgh-- You know what a boyfriend or a girlfriend is, right?!! You know what dating is right?!! Getting married?? @_@

Kouta: (He blushes) Um… yes…

Rayth: Well it's when two people who are dating or married or whatever… they do… uhh… things!! Sex things. =////=''''

Kouta: So… what is that exactly…?

Rayth: It's-- It's like--… Ugh. I honestly don't know how to explain this. =////=

Kouta: Is it a good thing…?

Rayth: I guess. =_= I've never done it. So what kind of person do you like?

Kouta: Huh?… (He blushes) Er… well… Can you shut the door, Rayth?

Rayth: (He sighs and shuts it) Alright, so what is it?

Kouta: (He talks quietly) Umm, can you keep this a secret…?

Rayth: (He raises his brow) Huh? Yeah, sure.

Kouta: The truth is, there's only one person I feel that way for… It's so strange…

Rayth: What? Keh. (He folds his arms) Let me guess, it's Mr. Big Dude? =_=

Kouta: (He blushes) Wh-what…?! H-how did you know…?! @/////////@

Rayth: Are you kidding me?!!! You're always all smiley and happy and blushy and fawning over him. Like, I'm surprised he doesn't notice it. =.=

Kouta: W-well, yes, it's true, I do… (He looks at the ring on his hand) …… I just don't want to replace the one he has lost… It breaks my heart to think about what happened…

Rayth: Hrm… Yeah, I heard about that from the queen.

Kouta: And… I want only the best for him… He does so much for me… ever since I can remember… (He looks down and blushes) I think I always have felt this way, I only just realized it now…

Rayth: (He grins) Keh heh. Well, you need to tell him one of these days. (He pats Kouta's back) C'mon, we're done talking in here. @_@' (He opens the door and walks back out with him)

Sabigara: (He hops onto Kouta's back and growls at ???) Mrrrrh >:C

Kouta: Uh oh…

???: (He barks softly at Sabigara) e_e'

Sabigara: (He digs his claws into Kouta's shoulder and hisses at ???) >:C

Kouta: Ouch, Sabi… (He holds Sabigara gently) Tadakichi isn't going to hurt you, is he…?

Tadakichi: (He lies down and sighs) @_@

Sabigara: (He curls into Kouta's arms and grumbles) Mrh… =n=

Rayth: (He folds his arms) So who is this guy again? What is his name? Socks? =_=

Kouta: (He smiles and turns to Matin) That's right, your brother Nox… You saw him, right…? So, I wonder if there is some way for me to locate him…? Did you want to meet him…?

Rayth: Well, isn't he, uh, DANGEROUS? With some sort of gem? e_e' I don't think that'd be a good idea.

Kouta: Oh, that's true… (He blinks) … I-I feel a bit woozy. (He closes his eyes) Mrgh…

Sabigara: (He meows worriedly and licks Kouta) :<

Sakurai: Milord, are you okay?!

Kouta: Y-yes, I am… (He holds his head) I tend to feel this way when something disastrous is going to happen… Um, maybe we should get out of here…?

Rayth: Yeah, no shit?

– –

Chrissy: (She snorts angrily at Toda) //Wh-what! What are you saying?! Are you calling me FAT?!// >:C

Blossom: // Ch-chrissy, maybe calm down a little bit? I mean, if you don't mind, that is…// :c

Chrissy: (She snorts) //I'll show you a cow!// >:c //Hmph, and thanks anyway! I'm great friends with a stylish cow, and she's beautiful!!//

Blossom: (She sighs) ^^'''

???: (He walks over to them) Er, excuse me…

Blossom: (She gasps and bows quickly to ???) //Prince Ryoma of Hoshido?!// X_X

Chrissy: //Hm?// (She looks at Ryoma) //Who is this lobster looking fellow? What a very… unique style.// =3='

Blossom: //Ch-Chrissy, that's prince Ryoma from Hoshido…!!// @0@;;

Chrissy: //Oh, whoopsie!// (She bows quickly)

Ryoma: (He laughs as the others bow) Please, I am not looking for any praise. I am just traveling back home from a mission. I happened to recognize the cloths on your backs. (He looks at Chrissy and Blossom's cloths underneath their saddles)

Chrissy: (She raises her head) //These? They're dreadful, are they not?// -o-

Apollo: (He walks over to them with Espella) Ah, you are prince Ryoma, right? I have seen you visit our kingdom several times.

Ryoma: I don't seem to recognize you, sir. You are a knight at the Arcs palace?

Apollo: Ah… somewhat. It's hard to explain.

Ryoma: (He folds his arms) Hm, how so?

Apollo: Well, there was magic involved. Basically… we were changed into humans from stallions. Heh… If you don't believe us, I understand. ^^'

Ryoma: No, no, that's quite believable. But I suppose it would take quite a skilled spellcaster.

Apollo: Oh, yes! She's right over there if you would like to speak with her. (He calls to Scarlet) Uh, miss Scarlet, could you come over here for a moment?

Ryoma: Is that so? (He looks at Scarlet as she stumbles over) ……

Apollo: Err, miss Scarlet, are you all right?

Ryoma: (He looks down at Scarlet as she approaches) …… You are quite skilled to have executed such a spell. I'm quite impressed. Your name is Scarlet? (He holds out his hand) I am Prince Ryoma of Hoshido. It is an honor. (He smiles as Scarlet shakes his hand)

Chrissy: (She trots over to them with Blossom and the others) //Ooh, what's happening?// ^^

Blossom: //Are we in trouble? O-oh no, what if prince Ryoma knows how awful the king is? He would hate us so much…!// @~@

Apollo: (He smiles at Blossom) //Sister, do not worry so much. Prince Ryoma is a kind ruler. Even if he did know about the king, I'm sure he wouldn't hate us.//

Blossom: //Hmm, o-okay…// @^@

Ryoma: So, where are you all headed? It is quite unusual to have travelers around here. (He looks at Espella as she explains) …… Masinowa?… Hm… I see. Well, I wish you the safest travels. It can get dangerous in some areas.

Blossom: (She gasps) //I-I sense… something… bad!// >n<'

Chrissy: (She blinks and looks at Blossom) //Dear, what is it?//

Apollo: (He flinches as ??? appears behind Scarlet and Lance) Watch out--!!!

Ryoma: (He pulls out his blade and strikes ??? before he could attack Scarlet and Lance) … (He glares at ???)

???: Ugh…!! (He holds his stomach as he bleeds) //Damn it… I need to tell king Garon that this is impossible…!!// (He disappears)

Ryoma: I see the Nohrian assassins are still tracking me. (He hisses and places his blade back into the sheath) They should realize by now that it is pointless.

Apollo: That seems like a nasty feud. (He shakes his head) I should wish you luck in facing Nohr, but it seems like you're doing well!

Ryoma: (He grimaces) Yes, but it is not easy. They do have a very fit army. And it's not like they are foolish enough to attack our palace directly.

Blossom: //P-Prince Lance are you okay?!// :c (She runs over to him)

Chrissy: //Ooh, prince lobster head sure is strong! That blade compliments his outfit, too! Not bad, not bad!// ^0^ (She neighs)

Ryoma: (He thinks for a moment) Well, since you all are on your way to Masinowa, would it be all right if I joined you? I have been curious about that place for quite a while.

Apollo: Y-you want to join us, prince? (He turns to Espella) Well, if you are all right with it, Espella… I know you are unsure about bringing all of us along to begin with.

Ryoma: (He shakes his head) You needn't worry about my safety. This is my own choice. I was going to go alone in a few days, anyhow. It seems like my little brother has been visiting often. I have been worrying about him… Whatever intrigues him about this place must be worth seeing.

Apollo: Prince Takumi? (He furrows his brow) He doesn't seem like the type to do such a thing…

Ryoma: Heh, well, he's been acting strange lately. It is out of his character.

Apollo: I see… (He supports Espella and sits her down gently) Here, rest a bit before we head out again… (He sits next to her) You're sure about this, Espella?… If something happens to you, I'd… (He looks away) N-nevermind. (He gently wraps his arm around her and smiles) And do not worry. You are quite beautiful like this as well. But to me, you'd be beautiful even if you were a snail. (He blushes as Espella laughs) Heh!… Well, I'm just being honest.

Ryoma: (He stares absentmindedly at Scarlet as she talks to Chrissy and Lance) ……

Chrissy: //Pff-- hahaha! Prince Lance, your shirt is on backwards! Ahahaha! What a disaster! A fashion disaster!// xD

Blossom: (She blushes as Lance takes his shirt off and hides behind her wings) @///////@

Chrissy: //Hm?// (She looks at Ryoma as he stares at Scarlet) //Oooh, miss Scarlet, it looks like the prince over there is looking at you? Hmm? Hmmm?// ;3 (She nudges Scarlet with her nose)

Ryoma: (He looks away and folds his arms) Hm…

– –

Lei: (He sits next to Screws and snuffles) …? (His snake tail hisses as Gear barges in with Sully, Chrom and Robin) ?!!

Sully: I-I'm here!! Where is she?! (She looks around quickly) Urgh, c'mon, let's go!! (She follows Gear quickly as he leads her to Volt)

Chrom: Er-- We're coming! (He follows Sully with Robin)

Robin: (She follows them quickly) What happened?! o_o Sully is losing her cool pretty badly…

Sully: (She looks at Volt) Volt… She's… (She growls) Did someone do this?! (She glares at Darling) Take me to 'em!! I'll mess up their digestive systems!!! (She puts up her fist)

Robin: S-Sully, calm down?! @_@ Besides, it doesn't seem like anyone did this to her.

Sully: Hah?!… Grr… (She breathes and looks at Volt) … (She shakes and strokes Volt's face gently) Wh-what can I do to help her? (She looks at Darling)

Lei: (He peeks in the room) …? (He snuffles)

Sully: (She looks at the bottle as Darling shows it to her) What is that?…… (She looks at Darling in confusion as she explains) Huh…? I see. So let's get to it!! (She nods) We're wasting time, right?!

Chrom: (He sighs in relief) Well, at least there's a way to help her. Sully would have flipped the world upside down trying to help…

Lei: (He lies down next to Screws and Bolts and grumbles happily) ^^ ……. (He looks around for Xiaoli) …? …? (He looks outside in a panic) ?!! (He stands up and runs outside and looks around for him)

–

Xiaoli: (He holds his arms and shivers) Mrrrrrrrgh ;;;n;;; It's cold!! I wanna go home!… Where am I!! TnT

Gangrel: Hmmmmm~ (He walks past Xiaoli) ……. (He stops) …

Xiaoli: (He stops) O^O ……

Gangrel: (He turns around to Xiaoli and grins) Ah, there you are! So, any luck killing those morons?

Xiaoli: …. @n@;;;; Do… do I… know you?! (He keeps his head turned away from Gangrel)

Gangrel: (He smirks) … Of course you do. I'd know that cute little haircut anywhere. You're a pretty useless assassin if you lost your bow. Perhaps I don't need you after all.

Xiaoli: O^O (He tries to run away quickly but gets grabbed by Gangrel) Nooo!! Get off, get off, get off!!! >xC (He hits Gangrel in the face)

Gangrel: (He laughs) You're pathetic, you stupid little child! (He grips Xiaoli tighter)

Xiaoli: A-aiya--!! Leave me alone! I didn't even want to join your stupid army, you ugly meanie!! (He struggles in Gangrel's grip) /Why am I so weak?!/ TnT

Gangrel: (He grins) What was that?! Would you like to repeat that?! (He grabs Xiaoli's throat)

Xiaoli: (He chokes) !!! Ack-- ;n; (He grabs Gangrel's arms and tries to pull him off)

Gangrel: Heheheh-- ahaha!!! (He gasps as Amari Miyoshi and Jitsu approach from afar) Wh-- shit-- of all times, witnesses…

Xiaoli: He-- he-- help… x_x (He gags as Gangrel chokes him tighter)

Lei: (He picks up Gangrel in his mouth by his head and tosses him into the street) =_=

Xiaoli: Lei!!! (He holds his neck and coughs) Urrgh… Lei!!! You dumb dumb!! Where were you?!! xC

Gangrel: (He falls over and grunts) Ugh!! What the-- (He backs away as Lei approaches) Uh oh~ I'd better get going-- (He gasps as Screws approaches him) U-u-uhh-- n-nice… d-doggy… (He quickly disappears as Screws lunges at him) Gangrel out!!!

Lei: (He approaches Xiaoli with Screws and sighs) /What were you doing walking by yourself? Did you get lost again?/

Xiaoli: (He stomps) Yes, because I was looking for you! Where did you go?!! >:C

Lei: (He snuffles) /Ah, heh heh, I thought you were following me the whole time. It's still hard to keep track of you, which is surprising since you're so noisy./ ^^ (He rubs Xiaoli's cheek with his nose)

Xiaoli: (He folds his arms) Well I almost died!! Thanks a lot!!!! >:'C (He cries and pushes Lei away)

Lei: /Er, I'm really sorry about that, Xiaoli. Good thing we came when we did though, right?/

Xiaoli: (He sniffles) I guess. >:'c  (He pets Screws gently) I like this robot dog. She is cute… She was especially cute when she was going to maul Gangrel!! That stupid, smelly, gross, ugly, nasty, horrible, stupid, ugly, smelly—!!! >n<

Lei: (He chuckles) /Calm down now. Let's go check up on that element girl. Hopefully she's woken up by now./ ^^ (He grumbles)

Xiaoli: What? Who? (He folds his arms and walks with Lei and Screws) What happened? :c And hey, where is that guy Steam!

Lei: /Er, I guess he and his “friend” had something to do./ (He laughs)

Xiaoli: No, I know they are boyfriends! >:0 It is so obvious. (He jumps in surprise as he bumps into Miyoshi) Wha-aaah?? >n< (He looks up at the bruise on Miyoshi's face) o.o Your face, aiya! Are you okay?

Lei: (He grumbles at Miyoshi, Amari and Jitsu) /Hmm…? These guys smell like crime…/ (He looks at Screws) /Oh? You know em?/

Xiaoli: (He smiles) Lucky for you, I brought my herbs! Please allow me!! (He takes off his backpack and takes out a pouch) Here it is! This is the best one I have grown yet!

Lei: /Xiaoli, let's just leave these guys alone. I don't like the smell of 'em…/ (He snarls) …

Xiaoli: (He pouts and looks at Lei) What! But Lei!! This is a good opportunity to try out my herbs! :C The first step in gardening is herbs!! (He grabs Miyoshi's face) Just hold still, you will feel better instantly! (He slaps some herbs onto the bruise and rubs it) Wánshàn! Do you feel better? :3

Lei: (He rolls his eyes and sighs) ……/This kid…/ =w=

???: (He growls and stomps up to Xiaoli) XIAOLI ZHENG!!!

Xiaoli: (He gasps as ??? stomps over) @_@ W-wǒ bùzài zhè'er!!! Zǒu kāi!! (I-I'm not here!!! Go away!!) (He hides behind Miyoshi and Amari)

Lei: (He groans) /Uh oh, Xiaoli's foster dad found us. Looks like the gig is up. Man, I don't wanna go back to living in that dumpy forest…/

???: (He reaches behind Miyoshi and Amari and grabs Xiaoli by his shirt and scolds him) Nǐ zài zuò shénme?! Mǎshàng huí jiā!! (What do you think you're doing?! Come home immediately!!)

Xiaoli: (He pouts and cries) Méiyǒu!!! Méiyǒu méiyǒu méiyǒu!! >:'''C (He struggles in his grip)

???: Grr… (He sets Xiaoli down and glares at Miyoshi) What are you looking at? Mind your own business.

Xiaoli: (He stomps) Do not speak to my friend like that!! >:C

???: (He glares at Xiaoli) Xiaoli Zheng, you are not to live on your own with this strange animal!! That is ridiculous!

Xiaoli: (He folds his arms) I am doing just fine!! Leave me alone! I hate you! >n< You are so mean to me!

???: (He growls) That attitude is the exact reason you receive my punishments. You will come home now and receive your punishment for the week and go straight to bed. You will not receive dinner for 2 days. Come. ….Now! (He grabs Xiaoli)

Xiaoli: No!! ;~; ……Rrrgh!! >^< (He kicks ??? in the crotch)

???: !!! (He releases Xiaoli and falls to his knees) YOU… BRAT!!

Xiaoli: (He backs away quickly and hides behind Miyoshi) I-I-I… @n@'''

???: (He growls and stands up shakily) Fine… from now on, you have no home!! I am disowning you… Go ahead and die in the wilderness! (He holds his crotch and walks off)

Lei: O_O;

Xiaoli: o.o ……. (He blinks) …

Lei: /Er, Xiaoli, a-are you--/ ^^'

Xiaoli: (He points at ??? as he walks off) Hahaha! Loser! ^O^ I did it! I beat him! Yay! Yay! (He squeezes Miyoshi then runs over and squeezes Lei) Yaaay!

Lei: /Wow, you kicked him square in the acorns, kidd'o…/ (He cringes) /Urgh, that must have hurt actually./

Xiaoli: (He hugs Screws) Yay! ^O^

– –

Aki: (He looks at Lien and grins) Hey…! Hey, you're looking good, kid! You look like me in the face when I was a young lad! :D (He laughs and stands Lien upright) Careful, you almost fell over there. (He sighs and holds Lien's face) Man… Man, so you're my son, huh…? All those years ago… And now you've really grown up. (He cries and wipes his eyes) Haha!…… (He cries more as Lien talks) …… Urgh…! (He hugs Lien tightly) It… kills me… that we never got to raise you. But you… you've grown into such an awesome kid…

Riku: (He watches them with Dana and sighs) It is such a relief to know those two are alive. And to think they had a son this whole time… (He growls) As for that wretched council… (His eyes turn red) … (He sighs and calms down) … (He smiles) Well, I'll give them a stern “talking to”. (He smiles and walks off)

?????: (He eats a potato and walks over to Aki and Lien) …… Aki? What're you doing here?

Aki: (He releases Lien and sniffles) Eh?… (He looks at ????? and squints) Asugi?! Is that you? e_e' No way!

Asugi: Last time I checked, yup.

Aki: Whoa, whoa, whoa, you've grown! You're so tall! (He smiles) Ah, Lien, this right here is Asugi! He's one of my old friends. (He smiles at Asugi) This is Lien. He's my son!

Asugi: (He eats the potato and looks at Lien) Oh, your son, huh? ……. Wait a minute Aki, you're alive?

Aki: (He grins) Yep, I sure am! It's a pretty long story, but--

Asugi: Ap-ap-ap-- Don't even tell me. I'm just happy you're alive. (He hugs Aki and Lien)

Aki: (He hugs Lien and Asugi) Heh! Well, I'm glad to be here.

Asugi: (He releases them and continues eating) Mrrh, well anyway, it's good to see you again. (He looks at Lien) Oh yeah, I saw you earlier. You seem really smart. It's weird that I never met you before. (He stares at Lien as he explains) ……… Oh. Heh, I see. Well, pleased to meetcha.

Aki: (He raises his brow) Er… Asugi, why are you in the northern kingdom?… Eating a potato?

Asugi: Huh? Uhh, I got lost and hungry earlier. So Dana invited me in and gave me a baked potato. Pretty good, too.

Aki: Huh! (He folds his arms) You look like you're about done growing! How old are you?

Asugi: Me? (He finishes eating) Mmh-- Turned eighteen last March.

Aki: (He blinks) O_O Um… really? (He counts on his fingers) @_@

Asugi: Yeeup.

Aki: Gee, you've… really… really… really grown. @_@;;; (He looks up at Asugi) Talk about a growth spurt. Weren't you four feet tall the last time I saw you?

Asugi: Yeah, you mean when I was five?

Aki: (He laughs) Ahahaha, oh yeah, duh. x_x (He grins at Lien) And you're fourteen now, huh…? (He laughs) Your mom's gonna cry her eyes out when she sees you.

Asugi: Oh, Alicia's still alive too? Man, this whole time you guys were still alive. That's something.

Aki: Yup, yup… (He glances at some maids hiding behind a wall) ...? (He looks at Asugi and blinks) Hey, Asugi, I think some maids are trying to talk to you?

maids: @/////////@ (They hide quickly)

Asugi: Hunh? Oh yeah, I noticed. I really… don't care.

Aki: This must happen to you all the time, huh? I can see why. You must work out or something. o_o

Asugi: Nah, just rocks.

Aki: Eh?

Asugi: I lift rocks. If they get in my way. Let me tell ya, I had to lift a ton of rocks when I went to the Strihm mountains.

Aki: Seriously?! You've really been traveling, huh? @_@

maid 2: (She walks over to Asugi) ……

Aki: Oh boy. ^^'

Asugi: (He looks down at the maid) …You need something?

Maid 2: @//////////@ /EEEEE-- he is so… so…!!!/ W-w-well I was just wondering... A-actually, n-nevermind, bye!! (She runs off)

Asugi: … Huh =_=''

Aki: Heh heh!! Used to it, eh?

Asugi: Yeah. I'm gonna get a snack. (He walks off)

Aki: (He smiles at Lien as he talks) Eh? (He laughs) You still can't believe it's me, huh? Yeah... I'm still kind of amazed I'm here with you. (He sighs) It was tough. Your mom sent out all those letters every day. (He smirks) I can't help but wonder if you got em. (He blinks as Sigma looks at him) E-errr, whoa… Hi there! /I didn't even notice her over there until just now… Maybe she's Lien's guardian?/ ^^;

???: (She bows to Aki, Lien, and Ridia) Ah, you're all here! Do you need anything? :3

Asugi: (He walks back out with a pastry then walks back into the kitchen as he sees ???) /Crap, another weirdo maid./

???: Ah, Asugi! (She waves to Asugi) You are allowed to eat in here, you know! Don't be shy! @_@

Asugi: (He peeks out) …… (He sighs in relief and walks out) Oh, it's just you, Felicia.

Aki: Ah, Felicia?! Is that really you? Nice to see ya, kiddo! You work for Dana-sama now? Gee, I'm meeting all sorts of old friends…

Felicia: (She smiles) Yes, it's great to see you as well! (She looks up at Ridia as she floats) Ummm… owo W-well, if you all need anything, just let me know! I'll try to do my best and not break anything! ^^' (She bows and walks into the kitchen)

Asugi: (He eats the pastry) So, what are you guys gonna do now? (He looks at Aki and Lien)

Aki: Ah. I'm not sure. (He chuckles) I sure wish Alicia was here with us, though.

Asugi: Hmmm. (He continues eating) …… Well, maybe you could just chill here for now. (He sits down) It's kinda cold in here, isn't it?

Aki: You are wearing a sleeveless shirt, Asugi. In a castle made out of ice. =3= (He sits next to him with Lien)

Asugi: Huh? Oh yeah… I'm gonna go to Nylirst in a few days.

Aki: @_@ Are you crazy? That place is filled with active volcanoes. You'll get deep fried.

Asugi: Nah, I can handle it… (He finishes eating) Mrh, I just wanna go before I have to do college shit. It's so boring. (He folds his arms) I love dirt way more than studying.

Aki: Oh, is that so? o.o

Asugi: Yup.

Aki: That's good anyway. Education'll do ya good! I mean, look at Lien! :D (He pats Lien's back)

Asugi: …? (He looks at Lien) Yeah… You're really smart, bro. (He stares at him as he talks) Uh…

Aki: o3o

Asugi: …So can you help me with my homework when I go to college? Thanks. I'll have to remember you. (He keeps staring at Lien as he talks) .................. /He's... really cute. And smart? Wow.../

Aki: (He raises his brow at Asugi) Are you okay? You break something? @_@

Asugi: (He stops staring at Lien) H-huh? Nope… (He rubs the back of his head and turns away) /Oh god, was I staring at him??/ (He blushes and facepalms)

Felicia: (She brings out a platter of tea and sets it on the table) Here you are! Just in case ^^

Aki: Oooh, looks good! ^o^ (He takes a cup and hands one to Lien)

Felicia: (She stands next to them with a glass tray and sighs in relief) /I didn't break anything! Score!/ @~@ (She jumps in surprise as Ridia floats past her) OAO Ah!! (She drops the glass tray and gasps as it shatters) Ahh! Oh no! ;~;

Aki: Uh oh O_O You need some help, Felicia?

Felicia: (She kneels down and starts cleaning up) N-no! P-please, I'll clean this up, it is my mess! ^^''' (She blinks as Ridia helps her clean) o///o' U-ummm… T-thank you, but I can do this, um, really, it is my job, and I totally just broke this and, I-I mean you are a guest here, and-- this is so embarrassing… @/////@

Aki: (He stands up) Errr, let me help with that, really-- ^o^

Felicia: (She shakes her head) No, no, you're the guest, Aki-- I-I can't make the guest clean!! ;_; It's against my code! (She turns away from Ridia in embarrassment) I-I'll be right back with a dustpan! (She runs to the kitchen and stumbles over) ;//////; (She holds onto her dress and stands up)

Asugi: Uhh, Felicia is gonna accidentally get killed one of these days.

Aki: Yeah, it's kind of worrying… But I'm sure she'll be fine-- (He hears something break in the kitchen) I stand corrected… @_@ Ridia, do you think you could check on her in there?

Asugi: (He glaces at a maid as she winks and waves at him) … (He looks away) /Crap, I accidentally looked at her./ =_='''

maid: (She walks over to Asugi) Hello there! Mmm, handsome… (She strokes Asugi's muscles)

Aki: Again?... O_O'

Asugi: Uhh, I'm sick. (He fake coughs) So don't touch me. (He takes the maid's hand off)

maid: (She giggles) Ooh, why don't you come back to the infirmary with me, sweetie? ;//D I'll fix you right up...

Asugi: Nah, it's okay. I'll just stay here and... die.

maid: O-oh! But I... (She plays with her hair) I might just cry if you don't come with me right now! >////> I'll give you some strong medicine... (She licks her lips)

Asugi: (He cringes) Uhhh =_=' /Yikes./

maid: S-so, come on now, handsome! (She holds Asugi's arm)

Asugi: (He pulls away from her) Err-- uhh-- Oh, man, I'm gonna throw up. You'd better leave before I throw up on you.

maid: (She jumps back) Eeek! Eww!!! You're disgusting! >n< (She runs off)

Aki: (He laughs) Pfff hahaha! That was too good, Asugi!! xD

Asugi: (He shrugs) Only thing that works...

– –

Gamzee: (He holds Lady and blinks) Man, I just got a bad motherfuckin vibe… :o( (He looks at Lady) Hunh? Aw, don't worry about it, girl. I just felt something similar to my dancestor… Man, I'm glad I ain't affiliated with that motherfucker anymore…

Karkat: (He folds his arms) Ugh, Kurloz? If he's involved in that crap, we might as well just die right now.

Gamzee: Aw, don't talk like that, man :o)

Karkat: Just being honest!!!

Gamzee: Well, I sure am excited about this “wedding” shit… Mmm… Mmmm, how the hell does that all up and work?

Kitty: Wow! A wedding! (She smiles) Showanna and I can help you find the perfect dress, Lady! :3

Karkat: (He looks at Gamzee) Grr…

Gamzee: :o( ?

Karkat: And hey… you!! (He grumbles) … You… you better not do anything stupid like hurt her!

Gamzee: Aw, you still thinkin' about those days, man? Those are long gone, brother… I'm tellin ya. Things are different now.

Karkat: Yeah well, just in case, jackass!! If you even scratch her on accident, I'll-- I'll-- (He calms down as Cloud holds him) Mrghghhhhh….

Toriel: (She looks at Daniel) A-am I? Single? (She blinks) Um, well, not exactly. (She furrows her brow in anger) Unfortunately. Hmph. (She holds Frisk and huffs) Speaking of that horrible brute, I have not even talked to him lately. Hm! I guess he understands that I do not wish to speak to him!

Madotsuki: (She tilts her head and looks at Frisk) ?

Toriel: (She pats Frisk's head) Are you okay, my child? Did you eat something foul? Ah, perhaps it was that creation Papyrus was making. I believe it was his take on spaghetti.

Madotsuki: (She walks over to Papyrus and looks up at him) …… (She points to the spaghetti and nods) …. (She takes the plate as Papyrus happily hands it to her) ……… (She takes a bite) ……… (She sets the plate down) …… (She gives Papyrus a thumbs up and walks back over to Frisk and Toriel) …

Toriel: (She gasps) W-wow… did you really eat some of that, er, “spaghetti”? You didn't bat an eye! How impressive!

Madotsuki: (She walks over to the trash can and spits out the spaghetti in her mouth)

Toriel: Ah, I see.

Madotsuki: …… (She looks at Frisk) … (She signs to her) “Frisk, I do not think you are safe. I had a nightmare about you.” (She shakes her head) “It was not good. It made me feel sick. That's why I came here to you. And I also had a nightmare about someone named Barnaby.”

Toriel: (She watches as Frisk and Madotsuki sign to each other) … O-oh… my… You two are very fast with your hand signs.

Sans: (He walks into the kitchen and sees Papyrus) Hey bro, you okay? (He takes the plate of spaghetti Papyrus gave to him) Oh, man. You made a plate just for me, huh? Thanks, bro. I really appreciate it. Looks real good. (He sits down with Papyrus at the dining room table and eats it) ……… Whoa Papyrus, that's pretty good. I think I'm full already. ……… Huh? You want me to take another bite? Sure. (He eats another bite) Wow, just as good as the last one.

Madotsuki: (She stares at Sans in horror) …

Sans: (He clears his throat as Papyrus raves about spaghetti) ………Heh. (He looks at Jessica as she sits next to them) Oh, hey, Papyrus, have you met Jessica yet? … Yeah, that reminds me… (He chuckles and nudges Papyrus) Heh, hey Paps, you're really “spaghettin” good at cooking. (He laughs as Papyrus groans loudly) Heheheheh. (He blushes as Jessica snorts and laughs) Heheh…

Palutena: (She giggles as Venus talks) Haha! Well, what else would I do? (She smiles and strokes her face) You really are beautiful, though. I mean every word of that… (She quickly takes her hand away and blushes) Uh-- L-let's go see what everyone is up to! (She smiles and walks downstairs with Venus)

Pyrrhon: (He bursts in) RRRRAHHH!!! Pyrrhon is HERE!!! (He bursts into flames)

Palutena: Well, the silence was nice while it lasted. (She rubs her temples)

Viridi: (She walks in after Pyrrhon) Rrgh, you dumb oaf! You broke the door! Why are you so stupid?!

Pyrrhon: Pyrrhon is very sorry and will fix his mistake!!! (He snaps and repairs the door)

Viridi: (She grumbles) =____=

Pyrrhon: Ah-haaa!! My friend, Palutena!

Palutena: Er, Pyrrhon?

Pyrrhon: PALUTENA!!! (He grins and looks at Venus) Ah-HA!!! I see you're with Venus! How interesting!!! Interesting, indeed!

Palutena: Oh, is it? I think it's just normal. What are you talking about, dearest Pyrrhon? (She smiles)

Viridi: (She nudges Pyrrhon and whispers) You're dead if you don't shut up!! @_@

Pyrrhon: O-ohhh me, oh my, I think I will just be quiet right about, emmmm-- now!

Palutena: (She smiles) All right then!

– –

Niles: (He raises his brow as Trench floats away) Er… charming fellow. Though his smell is still lingering a bit in my nose. But I suppose Keaton would like him. He has thing for… garbage. (He shivers) Ugh.

Keaton: (He sneaks up behind Niles and tackles him) RAH!!

Niles: You know, for a wolfskin, you're really not good at being stealthy.

Keaton: Uh, well excuse me for trying to be nice! And, stealth is for kitsune. Not me. (He releases Niles) I need to sprinkle dirt around here. It's too clean. (He scratches his ear) Rrrgh. Not enough garbage around here.

Niles: Is that a kink of yours? Garbage?

Keaton: (He sniffs around) Huh?

Niles: (He rolls his eyes) Not even paying attention.

Keaton: (He turns to Maasaki and grins) Hey, you like the present I got you? It's pretty awesome, isn't it? … Uhhh, where is it? (He holds Maasaki's face and sniffs his neck) Oh wow, hey, nice. (He sniffs his hair) Wow, you smell awesome, Maasaki. Did you take a bath?

Niles: (He smirks) Oooh, getting so close and personal, aren't you? You two gonna make out already? I've been waiting all day for some action…

Keaton: (He blushes) Wh-- Sh-shut up, dude! He smells good! (He blushes more) You'd be smelling him too, if you had my nose! (He backs away from Maasaki)

Niles: (He chuckles) Pff-- hahaha. I love seeing you suffer so. It brings me unexplainable joy.

Keaton: You suck, Niles.

Niles: That's true. I'm actually pretty good at--

Keaton: (He covers Niles's mouth) =__=

Niles: (He speaks muffled) Mmh-- Is this a kink of yours, too?

Keaton: Wh-- you're just-- you're just-- (He takes his hand away and kneels down) I… I can't with you, dude… you're just too much… Just stop.

Niles: (He laughs) Ahaha! Why should I? This is wonderful! You, on the floor, suffering. It's such a lovely scene.

Keaton: (He stands up) I can't believe I'm letting Maasaki hear these words come out of your mouth. It gets worse every time you talk. I need to take him to safety. =_= (He picks up Maasaki and walks away)

Niles: But what ever for? (He folds his arms)

Keaton: (He walks into the library with Maasaki) “What ever for”? Gimme a break. =_= Let's just hang out in here, Maasaki. (He sets Maasaki down and looks at him) Hey, you been feeling okay? That guy that always bosses you around really gets me ticked. (He snarls) I'll teach him a lesson if you want. (He raises his brow as Maasaki shakes his head) ……… Really? You sure? Well, if you change your mind, I'll gladly ruff him up for ya. Anyway… (He sniffs around Maasaki) I keep smelling that treasure I gave you. You still have it, right? (He blinks as Maasaki shows him the bracelet) Whoa!! (He gently holds Maasaki's hand and looks at the bracelet) Hey, that's awesome! I was pretty worried about the jagged edges cutting you, but it looks like you fixed it right up! (His tail wags)

Niles: (He peeks in) You two fully clothed in here?

Keaton: (He blushes) Dude, seriously!! (He growls)

Niles: (He raises his hands in defense) Sorry, sorry. I'll stop, really. (He walks in with Taree)

Keaton: (He huffs and releases Maasaki's hand) … (He looks at Maasaki as he starts explaining) Hunh?………… (He facepalms) Oh!! Is that what that means in your culture??!! Haha, sorry! I didn't know that. (He blushes) Ahem, you can always just keep it in your pocket if you want. I don't want that guy to get mad and hurt you or something cause of me.

Niles: (He folds his arms) What is your boyfriend's deal, anyway, Maasaki? Does he have a thorn up his ass? You really don't have to put up with that.

Keaton: B-boyfriend…? (He rubs the back of his head) …

Niles: Well, maybe I could take him on a little “date”. And by that I mean make him suffer a little bit… (He licks his lips and chuckles) Mmm, that'd be a pretty sight. Well, I'll save that for later. When is this wedding going on, hmm? Who is it for?

Keaton: Seth's getting married, dude. (He sighs) Gee, time flies by too fast…

Niles: Seth?… Oh, that's right. (He smirks) He was always one of my favorites to tease. He got sooo frustrated. It was adorable.

Sachi: (She takes Taichi's hand and walks into the library) ^^' Let's… calm down……

Niles: (He looks over as Taichi and Sachi enter) Ah, the two little ones.

Keaton: (His tail wags) Hey, it's that interesting smelling kid. (He grins at Taichi)

Sachi: (She picks out a book and sits down with Taichi) Do you…… like to read too, Taichi…? I can teach you if you don't know how… (She smiles as Taichi holds the book upside down and puts it right side up in his hands)

Dirk: (He walks into the library with Seth) Kiddo's around?

Sachi: (She smiles at Seth and Dirk) Hello……

Dirk: (He sits next to Taichi) You reading, buddy? Good job. You're gonna grow up to be a smart kid. (He smiles)

Sachi: (She smiles at Seth and Dirk) You two… are getting married……. ^^ (She looks up at Seth) And I see your clan and the Wolfsteins have a truce now…… That's so great…… (She sighs in relief) I… don't like fighting……

– –

Liliana: (She sighs and drinks the wine) Ah! Well, he is like usual. But this time was… (She grips the wine glass) Grrr-- oooh. (She calms down) Let me tell you what he did! Yoshino, I swear, he does not stop, ever! It is never ending!! (She groans)

//

Randall: (He smirks and wraps his arm around Liliana) Hey there… You off work early, babe?

Liliana: (She elbows him in the stomach) Touch me again, and you will really get it. (She glares at him) Go away.

Randall: (He holds his stomach) Oof… Get what? Could I get lucky with you? (He winks) Maybe tonight at around 11…? (He gets slapped) Heh…

Liliana: (She cracks her knuckles) Yes, come on over! Perhaps I'll bring out a few knives. Which one would you like to be stabbed with? :D

Randall: Kinky, aren't you?

Liliana: (She growls and rubs her temples) Get away from me. I am getting a migraine already…

Randall: You're cold, babe… C'mon, just the tip-- (He gets slapped again) Heh.

???: (He walks over to Liliana and Randall with his cane and smiles) Good evening!

Liliana: (She gasps) Oh! Hello, boss. Good evening.

???: Ms. Rosario, we have a business trip that we can schedule for you. This is just for a few days. You'll be speaking with the CEO of our second company about the company here.

Liliana: Ah, yes, that sounds good! I would love to. So, when is this?

???: It will be next week. Sound good?

Liliana: Y-yes! That will be fine.

Randall: …? (He smirks) Hmm, hey boss, how about I take it for her? Miss Rosario here's feeling a little sick~ Apparently it's something reeal bad.

Liliana: (She glares at Randall) What?!

???: Oh, are you all right, miss Rosario? It would be no problem to switch you out with Randall if you are really that ill. But you won't get the raise, however.

Liliana: (She shakes her head) Wha-- no, no, I am fine, sir! (She growls at Randall) What are you doing, you friggin--?!

Randall: Poor Liliana is a bit drowsy… she has no idea what she's saying! (He smirks) I'll gladly do it for her!

???: Ah, all right, sounds good. Sorry to trouble you, Liliana. I'll give you the details later, Randall. Bye bye. (He walks off)

Randall: See ya~ (He smirks as ??? walks off) Stupid old geezer.

Liliana: (She trembles) Grr…

Randall: Heh, whoa, calm down there-- pfft, heh. I'm not even gonna do the stupid job. I just like watching you get mad.

Liliana: Oh, forget it!! I am done! Do not talk to me anymore, or you are DEAD!!! (She walks off angrily)

//

Liliana: (She sets the glass down and holds her head) I cannot even explain how much I hate him!! That is also never ending! Every time I see him I want to throw up!! (She pets Sitama gently) Ugh… I don't know. He needs help or something. Perhaps someone to turn his life around. He is not a good person... (She smiles as Yoshino hands her the shirt) Ah! That is great! The hole is sewn up very nicely! I will be right back. (She walks into the bathroom and changes) Ah… (She puts on the shirt and looks in the mirror) Hmm… hm! (She fixes her hair a bit and walks back out) That is very good sewing skills you have, Yoshino! You still have yet to teach me! (She laughs and sits next to Yoshino) Well, anyway, I don't know if I've ever told you how grateful I am… (She blushes) Um, er, to… to… have you around! As my friend… It is really… nice. I do not know of anyone else who will put up with me like such. (She smiles and sighs) /You're wonderful…/

– –

Henry: (He looks up at Braho and blushes as he touches his hair) Wha-- wha…? (He looks away) You remember too…? …… (He smiles at him) Wow, that's great! I thought I was the only one who remembered! Eeheehee! That was a long time ago, hunh…?

// Junior Year

Zieg: (He stands up with the students' tests) Okay… Everyone, your tests from last week are back. ^^; (He pushes up his glasses) Um, I have to say, not many of you did well. Um, except a few of you. (He starts handing the tests back) Keep in mind that we have make up tests and extra help after school.

Tomo: (He closes his eyes and holds his paper) ……… (He peeks at the paper and grabs his chest) Holy crap, I suck so bad…!! My mom is gonna cry @__@ (He glares at Gino) S-stop laughing Gino! I bet yours is worse than mine! x////x

Arakita: (He looks at his test) … Ah, shit.

Zieg: Arakita? @.@'

Arakita: Uh sorry, teach. (He grumbles) Why can't I get anything better…?

Zieg: (He hands some papers to Henry) Henry… see… you got every single one correct o.o On both tests. This is textbook perfection. And these were quite long.

Henry: (He stares at the paper) ……

Zieg: I certainly wish we had advanced placement classes at this school. (He hums) Perhaps I should talk to the principal about it.

Henry: …….

Zieg: Ahem-- well, anyway, are you sure you don't want to do a solo for our music show? (He hands a paper to another student) I'm sure everyone would like to hear you play ^.^ Maybe you could do a few Chopin etudes. You like those the most, right?

Henry: (He averts his eyes from Zieg) … I don't want to.

Zieg: Ah, I-I see. That's all right… Not everyone is made for a stage. But you do have exceedingly great talent with the piano :>

Henry: ……Oh. (He continues staring at the paper)

Zieg: /Hm, maybe he doesn't want to talk. Such a strange kid. Smart, though… ^^'/ (He smiles and continues handing out the tests)

Niles: ...... (He taps Henry) Hey prettyboy, you do your chem homework?

Henry: (He flinches slightly and looks at Niles) ...? (He nods)

Niles: Great~ Mind if I look off of it? I'll just be a few minutes-- (He grumbles as Braho interrupts) Ugh, what are you, a bodyguard? Fine, I'll do it myself. (He sighs and turns back to his paper)

Henry: (He looks at Braho and blinks) ... (He looks back down at the desk) /Oh, that's right... Didn't he tell me about something yesterday? What was it again?/ ...... (He opens his mouth to ask but gets interrupted)

girl 1: (She squeals) Braho!! Oh, you're so brave! Standing up to that stupid disgusting Niles!! ^///^

girls 2: Niles is such an idiot, I bet he failed his tests!

girl 3: I know, right? Go jump off a cliff, Niles!

Niles: (He looks up from his paper) =_= What the fuck?

Zieg: Um, Niles, please contain your language… Um and no fighting please? @_@' (He hands out a few more papers)

girl 2: Yeah Niles, contain your language >.>

girl 1: What a stupid eyepatch.

Niles: =__= And where might this be coming from?

girl 3: (She gasps as Braho talks) What? You're way too modest! Awww hahaha ^///^ Don't defend that stupid Niles!

Niles: Uh, I'm done acknowledging this. (He continues writing)

Henry: (He glances over slightly as the girls continue talking to Braho) ...? (He stares back down at his tests) /Maybe I'll ask later./

--

Henry: (He sits at the lunch table with Kouta) ...

Kouta: Ah, I cannot wait to get home... I'm so drowsy... (He rubs his eyes and drinks a juice box) Hmm... Henry, I heard you had the best test scores again in your classes… That's quite impressive… (He smiles)

Henry: ...? (He looks away) I guess. I don't get why people keep congratulating me. I wish they would stop because it makes me feel uncomfortable.

Kouta: Hehe, well, everyone is just proud of you...

Henry: ......

Kouta: (He smiles) So anyway, have you talked to him...?

Henry: Huh?... No. (He looks away)

Kouta: Well, he is right over there if you want to ask him now...

Henry: (He looks over at Braho as he talks to Dave and Keaton) But... he's talking to his friends.

Kouta: I'm sure he won't mind to spare a small moment... (He giggles)

Henry: ...Um, I guess.

Kouta: (He smiles as Henry stands up and walks over to them)

Henry: (He approaches quietly) ...... (He opens his mouth to talk but stops) .......

Keaton: Haha!! Dave, that's so stupid and weird, dude!

Dave: What? You're the one that collects garbage, man.

Keaton: It's not garbage. >:/ (He nods) See?! Braho agrees with me and thinks it's cool!

Dave: Uh-huh? Really? (He folds his arms and chuckles)

Keaton: What? =_= (He looks at Henry as he tries to speak) Hm? Hey, you need something?

Henry: ... (He looks up at Braho then averts his eyes) You were telling me about something yesterday... I forgot what is was. Sorry. Can you tell me again?

Dave: (He raises his brow at Braho as he responds) The football game? (He looks at Henry) You sure you want to go? These things are rowdy as hell at this school.

Keaton: Ooh, he's gotta! This is our last game of the season.

Henry: (He thinks) …? Um... I'll come.

Dave: I just hope you don't get crushed in the stands. Some of those girls that come just for this guy are crazy, man... (He nudges Braho)

Keaton: Nah, he'll be fine! (He smiles at Henry) You don't even have to cheer if you don't want to. Moral support is all we need! (He wags his tail)

Henry: (He looks at Keaton) …… Oh. (He flinches in surprise as Braho pats his head) ..... (He looks away and blushes) Okay... bye.

Keaton: See you at the game, tiny bro! (His tail wags harder) Oh man, I'm pumped!

Henry: (He walks back over to Kouta and sits down) ......

Kouta: Ooh, so what was it...? ^^

Henry: It's... the football.

Kouta: (He tilts his head) You mean a football game...?

Henry: (He blinks) What is that?

Kouta: Well, it's a sport... One that I would rather not participate in, actually... Um, it's quite sweaty and there is a lot of people bumping into each other... And, umm... There is a ball involved. That's all I know... ^^

Henry: Oh... So how do I go there?

Kouta: (He thinks) Hm... Maybe I can take you with me, since I was going anyway... My little brother is playing, too...

Gale: (He puts Kouta in a headlock) HEYA GUYS!!!

Kouta: Oh, there you are... (He smiles)

– –

Kouta: (He sits down on an empty bleacher with Henry and Felicia) This is the quieter side of the stadium, I suppose… (He smiles) This is where Felicia and I usually sit… It is a bit far from the entrance, but at least we are at the front. ^^

Felicia: Yes, it is less… er, rambunctious over here. I like to watch my big brother play but it is distracting if it's loud ^.^'

Henry: (He looks out at the field) ……Did we miss it?

Kouta: Hmm, no, I don't think it has started yet…

Asugi: (He sits next to Kouta) What's up, guys?

Kouta: O-oh, Asugi…? (He blushes) I didn't know you went to these games… (He smiles)

Asugi: (He eats a bread roll) Yeah, I just kinda felt like it today. (He looks at Kouta) …… (He sighs) You want a snack, don't you?

Kouta: (He nods) Yes… ^///^

Asugi: Let me guess, panda cookies? (He takes out a box of cookies and hands them to Kouta) I knew it. That's why I got an extra one for ya.

Kouta: Oooh…! (He holds the box to his face) Thank you, Asugi…! ^////^ (He opens the box and blushes) Yay…

Felicia: (She looks up quickly as the band starts playing) Oh, there's Serena! Aww, she's so adorable playing her flute! :3

Kouta: (He looks as the teams run onto the field) Oh, there they are…

Henry: (He jumps slightly as the people in the other bleachers start cheering and yelling) …… (He looks out onto the field) ……?

–

Henry: (He stares at the field) ……

Kouta: (He smiles and taps Henry gently) So what do you think…?

Henry: … I don't really get it. It's not math or anything.

Kouta: Hmm, all I know is that when Gale holds the ball, he runs really fast… (He sighs) But he usually gets tackled over since he is shorter than everyone…

Felicia: (She claps as they score) Wow! This is looking like a promising game! ^.^ Yay!

Kouta: (He claps softly) Yay… ^^

Henry: (He stares at Braho as he runs across the field and high fives Keaton) ……

Kouta: (He turns to Henry) …?

Henry: (He keeps staring at Braho then blushes and looks away as he waves) ……

Kouta: Ah, I think he saw you…?

Henry: No… I don't know. He probably waved to someone else.

Felicia: Is it halftime already? ^.^ (She blinks as Braho walks over to the fence) Huh? Henry, isn't that who you were talking about? The quarterback? o.o He's coming over here.

Henry: (He twitches) Urgh... why? (He holds his stomach) What does he want...

Kouta: (He whispers to Henry) Just tell him good job... He probably wants to be friends… ^^

Henry: ...... (He looks up at Braho from behind the fence) ... You... did a good job.

Kouta: (He smiles at Braho as he talks then looks at Henry) ^^

Felicia: (She holds her hand to her cheek as they talk) O//3//O

Henry: (He tilts his head and keeps his eyes averted as he talks) ……Shouldn't you be going now? You'll be late. (He blinks and looks at him)

Kouta: (He waves to Braho as he talks) Good luck, and have fun… Bye bye. ^^

Asugi: See ya, dude. (He waves to Braho)

Henry: (He smiles slightly and looks down as he runs off)

Kouta: (He holds his hands together) Oh…! Henry, a smile…! (He holds Henry's face gently)

Henry: (He stops smiling) Urgh-- What's the big deal?…

Felicia: O////w////O !!! (She holds her hands together)

Kouta: (He sighs and releases Henry's face) I have never ever seen you smile… ever…!

Asugi: Uh, you must really like him, huh? (He looks at Henry)

Henry: …… I don't know. (He holds his stomach) My stomach was hurting that whole time so I just wanted him to leave.

Kouta: (He giggles) Oh, really…? ^^

Asugi: Heh heh.

//

Henry: (He giggles) Gee, I sure was weird back then! I wonder why. …… Oh, anyway! (He smiles and holds Braho's hands) Thank you for letting me eat from you earlier! (He bows) That really saved me! I thought I was gonna die! Hahaha! And, you tasted really good!

Kenji: (He blushes and chuckles) Heh! Miku, you barely ever do that around me anymore. (He holds Miku) You know, I think that's really cute.

Tomo: Mom, woohoo!! :D (He claps)

Nicu: (He squeezes water out of his long hair) Ahem. How adorable.

Crepsley: (He smirks at Nicu) Heh. What happened here?

Nicu: (He sticks his nose in the air) Hmph, what are you laughing at, big brother? This is the new style. Being soaked to the bone. Why don't you try it sometime?

Mettaton: That's a lie. Such a horrible style. (He flips his hair)

Nicu: (He scoffs) What do you know? You… ahem, robot.

Mettaton: (He lifts his leg in the air) Are you sure you want to go there?

Nicu: (He looks up and down at Mettaton) Calm down, would you?

Mettaton: (He balances on one leg and smirks) Can't do this, can you? Hahaha!

Henry: (He tips Mettaton over) Haha!

Mettaton: (He falls over) Oof! Owww! Why ever did you do that?!! (He rubs his butt and sits up)

Henry: I dunno, just kinda felt like it!

Mettaton: (He stands up) Well, you're lucky I don't break that easily.

Nicu: Hmp! (He folds his arms) How interesting! What are your legs made out of, anyway? Since you can get tipped over like a cow so easily.

Mettaton: (He puts his hands on his hips and fake smiles at Nicu) Why, they are made out of none of your business!

Nicu: Oh, is that so? Wow, tell me more~

Mettaton: (He glares at Nicu) You… little…

Henry: (He laughs nervously as they start arguing) Er-- uh oh! Bye! (He runs over to Braho and climbs onto his back) Hup-- (He rests his head on Braho's shoulder) Ah! Thanks for letting me rest here! I'm tired… (He falls asleep)

Galanus: (He pats Henry) Ah, I see he decided to stay after all. owo' Heh heh. He hasn't slept in days, good thing he's catching up o.o' He does that a lot for some reason.

Kenji: (He holds Miku's shoulder) Alright, I think it's time we get going… Tomo, you coming? (He looks around) Tomo? Tomoooo?? Where the hell, kid?

Tomo: (He stops kissing Gino in the other room) O-oh-- Gino, my dad's calling m-- @//////////@ (He gets interrupted as Gino kisses him again) Mmh-- mmmh…

Kenji: (He squints) …Probably doing something with his boyfriend. I bet that's it, huh? Well. (He looks at Miku) …  (He bursts into laughter with him) Hahahaha!

Tomo: (He hears Kenji and Miku from the other room) =//////////////////=;;;; Mmrh…

Kenji: Heh. (He wipes his eyes) He'll just have to catch up, then. See you guys around. (He salutes to Rulf Kano and Juto and walks out with Miku)

Gokudera: Have a good one, you two.

Nicu: Mmm yes, have a “good one” ;D

Mettaton: Oh my god! Shut up. That isn't even funny.

Nicu: (He glares at Mettaton) Wh-- You pin-up hunk of metal!

Mettaton: Excuse me? You're the one that drinks-- ahem-- human bodily fluids.

Nicu: Ummm, duh-doy, I need it to survive. You're pretty dumb for a robot. (He flips his hair)

Mettaton: (Smoke flies from his ears) Grrr!

Gokudera: (He grabs Mettaton and Nicu's heads) Heh heh! So, what's going on here?

Nicu: (He gulps) E-err, ohh, your majesty! This ugly used car keeps bothering me~ so sorry.

Mettaton: What did you just call me?!

Gokudera: Now, now… no arguing. I want order, now. (He squeezes their heads tightly) Got it?

Mettaton: Eek! Yes! Let me go before you ruin my processors!! Ow!

Nicu: (He becomes dizzy) Oh my… @_@

Gokudera: (He releases their heads and smirks) Good… Watch yourself, or there will be consequences--… (He holds his head) Urgh…? (He looks at Mettaton and Nicu) Oh, hey guys, good to see ya. You having a good time? (He smiles)

Nicu: Um, no?! You nearly squeezed the brains out of my head! (He pouts)

Mettaton: (He folds his arms and looks at Gokudera) Do you not remember??

Gokudera: Squeezed the brains out of your head…? Er, I have no idea what you're talking about. ^^' Sorry. Looks like everyone's getting ready to go home. Ah, I'd better start cleaning up a little, I guess. (He walks over to Boo) Hey honey, did Dark and Arrow leave already? I guess Dark needed some rest. (He chuckles) Gee, they're really having another kid?

Mettaton: What is going on here? Sheesh…

Nicu: I don't even want to know. (He sighs and brushes his hair) Hmph… stupid tangles…

– –

Snake: (He looks at the motorcycle) Whoa-- Did you build this? Damn, it's amazing… (He puts his hand on the front of it) Did you custom build this for me? Steam. (He turns back to Steam and wraps his arm around him and kisses him) Heh, thanks. You know, I've got reservations for us tonight. (He shakes his head as Steam questions) I'm not telling, you're just gonna have to wait and see. (He smirks)

Sans: (He looks at the bike) Wow, that thing's pretty cool. I have one just like it. (He chuckles as Jessica shakes her head) Yeah, I guess it doesn't look exactly like it. Heheh.

Snake: (He rubs the back of his head) Yeah, I needed a new bike… the other ones were… destroyed. Uh, in multiple ways. Henry being one of the main causes.

Dirk: I thought so. (He laughs)

Snake: That kid destroyes bikes all the time, actually… (He sighs) More recently, he totaled the commander's bike. He really got it that time. I remember that night... (He chuckles) It was, uh… pretty comical.

//

commander: (He talks into a walkie talkie) All right, we've located them! They've got a damn sniper's nest-- Urgh! (He shoots at the snipers) This isn't going well!! Where's that Henry kid? He's late again! How is he expecting to last in this job?!

//???: Err, uh, h-he is on his way, sir. Uh, might I add, he sort of insisted on borrowing your motorcycle to get there faster… He wouldn't take no for an answer, so…//

commander: What?!!! (He feels his pocket for his keys) That little shit stole my keys?!! When?!

Snake: (He facepalms) Oh no.

Henry: (He revs the motorcycle's engine and smiles) I'm here, I'm here! Ah, a sniper's nest?! That's so fun!~ (He rocks side to side in excitement)

commander: (He runs over to Henry) Hey, you!!! What do you think you're doing with my bike?!!

Henry: I'm just borrowing it, commander!~ (He takes off on the motorcycle quickly) Wooah-- woah!! (He tilts backwards)

commander: HEY!!! (He watches as Henry takes off)

Henry: (He laughs) Hahahahaha!!! (He accelerates and leans forward on the motorcycle)

commander: What are you doing?!!! Nononononono, not that way!! Change direction, you psychotic little ape!! (He starts crying) Wh-why are you doing this to me?!!

soldiers: (They shoot at the snipers)

Snake: (He shoots at the snipers) Damn it-- commander, we're outgunned here. (He stops as he sees Henry fly off of a ramp on the motorcycle) What the…

Henry: (He flies in the air on the motorcycle) Woohooooo!!! (He jumps off of the motorcycle and holds his gun) Gooood---- (He aims the gun at the snipers) ---EVENING!! (He shoots one of the snipers in the head)

sniper: AUGH!! (He falls over and drops his gun)

Henry: (He falls into the building and starts shooting the snipers randomly) Hahahaha!!! Ehehe!

snipers: (They scream and fall over)

commander: (He watches his motorcycle fall to the ground and gasps) Haaa…!

Henry: (He continues shooting randomly) …. (He stops) …… (He smiles and makes a 0 with his arms from the window) Hehe!...

commander: (He sobs) Y-y-y-y-- y--  you-- (He closes his eyes as his motorcycle explodes) ...YOU GIVE EM HELL, KID!!!!

Henry: Really?! (He laughs and runs around in the building) Yahoooooo!!~ (He randomly shoots the people in the building)

mobster: (He gets shot by Henry) AGHH!! (He falls over)

Henry: (He continues shooting randomly) Whee hee heee! (He picks up his phone as it rings and answers it) Yello!!~ Oh hi, honey! (He shoots another mobster) Eeeheehee! I'm just fine! I'm picking up dinner! (He laughs as the mobsters try and shoot him) Eee-- hahaha! (He shoots more mobsters randomly)

mobsters: (they fall over as Henry shoots them)

Henry: Hahahaha! (He continues talking on the phone with Braho) What's that?? I'll be extra careful! Really! (He dodges a punch from one of the mobsters and continues talking on the phone) …… Awww I love you too, honey! Whup!!-- (He dodges another punch from the mobster and shoots him in the face) HAHAHA!! Oooh, sooo close!..... (He continues talking on the phone) Eh, ehh? Angela wants to talk to me? Hehehe! Okie dokie, put her on! (He dodges a bullet)

//Angela: (She growls) Mommy!!! >:C//

Henry: Yeeees? (He shoots a mobster)

//Angela: Mommy, hurry up and come home! >:C Hurry up, hurry uuuppp!! Mio is being so mean to me! >n<  (She growls as Mio laughs at her) She made fun of my kagune again! >:c //

Henry: Awww, get along you two~ I'm serious! (He kicks a mobster to the ground and shoots him in the face) I'm almost done getting dinner! Are ya hungry?

//Angela: Finally!! Yes! Geez mom >:C I was about to chew daddy's arm off!!//

Henry: Ahahahaha!! And Angela?

//Angela: Yes? -o-//

Henry: (He shoots a mobster from across the hallway) Your kagune is the best ever! It's so awesome! It's so awesome that mom is jealous!

//Angela: (She blushes) Wh-what?! Don't lie to me mom!! >:///C//

Henry: I'm not lying! Gee! (He laughs) I love your kagune, and I love YOU!! Mwah!

//Angela: Moooooommm!!! >/////< You're so embarrassing!!…… I love you too… >^>//

Henry: (He blushes) Heeheeheehee!!! Mio loves you also, okay? She just doesn't really know how to, err, express it! Kinda like me when I was little!

//Angela: Okay… ./////. //

Snake: (He looks at the commander) Er... got any orders, sir?

commander: (He falls to his knees and rests his head on the ground in front of the destroyed motorcycle) Leave me to cry for a while... (He sobs) My baby... (He strokes one of the motorcycle parts) ......

//

Snake: (He shakes his head) Er, at the very least, our missions are more successful with him around. He was the one that filled in for me while I took leave. (He smirks) Did a pretty damn good job, too…

Xiaoli: (He runs over to Snake and Steam and hugs them both) Ah you two!!! :O It is your anniversary day!

Snake: (He pats Xiaoli with Steam) Heh, hey kid, how are you?

Xiaoli: (He releases them and spins around) I am great! The flower shop is closed early for today!

Lei: (He walks outside with two cubs on his back) …? /Ah, Xiaoli!/ (He lets the cubs down) /Fai, Yui, you want to go say hi to Xiaoli?/

Fai: (He runs over to Xiaoli with Yui and growls) :3

Xiaoli: Ahhh! (He kneels down to them) Eee! I am being attacked so viciously!! >O< (He pets them)

Fai: (He gnaws on Xiaoli's arm) >:3

Xiaoli: Oh no, I am dying! >O< (He puts his hand on his head dramatically)

Fai: (He snuffles) :3

Xiaoli: Tee hee hee! (He pets Yui as she licks him)

Lei: /Uh, Xiaoli, where's your boyfriend?/

Xiaoli: Oh, him? (He shakes his head) I don't know! He is always doing something! ^///^ I am going to make baozi! It is my first time making it, so he had better like it! >:C (He folds his arms)

Lei: (He chuckles) /Well, I should wish him luck in trying to eat it…/

Xiaoli: I am going to follow the recipe this time!! I mean it! >n< Anyway, have a good time at your date! ^^ (He waves at Snake and Steam)

Snake: Ah, right. (He picks up Steam) Alright, let's get ready. You're in for a treat. (He walks inside with him and chuckles) What? I thought you liked being carried.

– –

Ryou: (He stands in the doorway and looks at his hand) E… eh…? (He turns a deep red) A-ah-- I-I'm sorry, I-I'll get the-- the curry! X//////////X (He takes off his shoes and slides the door shut behind him) Um… um… (He runs into the kitchen)

Naoki: (He jumps onto Stephan's lap and meows) o_o (He paws the table)

Ryou: Naoki, wants some too… O-okay!! (He stirs the curry and checks on the rice) Not quite… done… (He touches the stove accidentally) @________@ (He jumps back quickly and holds his hand)

???: (He slides the door open) Ryooou?? Ie ni iru??

Ryou: (He gasps) O-o--oootousan!! @A@;

???: (He walks into the kitchen) Eh? D-daijoubu ka, Ryou? Doushita no?? @_@ (He turns to Stephan) Oh! Company! o_o

Ryou: (He opens and closes his mouth and looks back and forth at Stephan and ???) @///////////@

???: Ryou, you are doing that thing again with your face ^^' What is it? Your friend over for dinner? :D

Ryou: (He nods) o////o;

???: That is no problem, Ryou! Ah that's right, you told me you might invite him over. Why are you acting so nervous-- ah o_o

Ryou: O/////////O; ?????

???: Ahh, maybe, is it…? o_o Could it be you're freaking out because you didn't make enough dinner for all of us? ^^''

Ryou: N-n—noo-- i-it's just-- I-- ahh. @////@

???: Oh-- no? So I can eat, too? o3o Then what is wrong? (He sits next to Stephan) Hi! I'm Reiichi, Ryou's dad. Ryou talks about you sometimes! Yes, I know of you. You look just like Ryou said! You're Stephan, right? :D

Ryou: (He blushes and runs back into the kitchen) @///////@ I-I'll finish dinner!!

Reiichi: (He folds his arms) o^o Geez, Riri. (He chuckles and looks at Stephan) Errr, you're quite a tall fellow! Errr… (He looks at him) Errr… hmm… o3o''' (He shakes his head) A-ahh, it's n-nothing! @v@; It's just, you don't seem like the type of person Ryou would approach! It's kind of funny :D

Ryou: (He stirs the curry) @////////////////////////@;;;;

Reiichi: (He blinks as Stephan looks at him) OvO;; E-errr… Ah, anyway! (He smiles at Stephan) I see he is quiet around you. Yes, he is quite timid around people sometimes. But he will get used to you. He is very loud once you get to know him. :D I mean very loud! Especially with his baseball team. I don't really get it, but it seems like they are having fun. ^^'

Ryou: (He shakily takes the rice off of the stove) x///////x'' (He takes the curry pot and sets it on the table)

Reiichi: Ohh, it's curry! ^^ Here, I will get the rice and the plates. You sit down, Ryou. :D (He walks into the kitchen)

Ryou: (He sits down next to Stephan and whispers) …….  Um… I didn't know… Umm… that my dad would… be home. @/////////@ (He looks down) S-sorry… I-I just wanted us to have dinner together… B-but I'm glad you could meet him… ^v^'

Reiichi: (He sets the plates down) Ah! Here we go! (He sets the rice pot on the table) Itadakimaaaasu-- (He jumps as his phone rings) U-uwah! @_@ Bikkurishita!!! Who is it…? (He answers his phone and walks back into the kitchen) Moshimoshi? ……Ahh, maji de?? @_@;; (He sighs) Wakatta. …….. Nn. Nn, nn. ….. Jaa. (He hangs up)

Ryou: oAo (He peeks into the kitchen) Otousan?

Reiichi: (He walks back to the table) Ah! Change of plans. This business trip was rescheduled… (He sighs) I'm gonna have to stay at a hotel in Tokyo for tonight if I wanna be on time. I'd better get going… (He sighs) Geez, and you even made curry, Riri! I was so excited! @_@ So please make some when I get back. Please. @_@

Ryou: (He nods) ^v^; Hai…

Reiichi: Yosh-ii! See you in a few days, Riri! Alright! And good to meet you, Mr. Stephan! See youuu later! (He waves and walks out the front door) Gotta hurry! Speedy speedy!!

Ryou: (He waves) …… (He sighs in relief as Reiichi leaves) Haaaa… @/////@;;; (He rests his head on the table)

Tajima: (He knocks on the window) o_o

Ryou: (He jumps slightly) OAO;; (He looks out of the window)

Tajima: (He grins from behind the window) MIHASHI!! YOU MAKING CURRY?!! :D I SMELLED IT WHEN I WALKED BY!! (He looks at Stephan) OH YOU'RE ON A DATE!! O_O

Ryou: (He covers his face) @////@

Tajima: WELL CAN I GET SOME CURRY REALLY QUICK?!! I'M STARVING!! :D

Ryou: (He nods) @//////@;;;

Tajima: Woot woot!!! (He slides the front door open and quickly slides off his shoes) Ojama shimasu!! (He runs over to the table and takes a plate from the kitchen) I'll just be one second, get curry, and leave right away! :D Mmmm, smells good!! (He fills his plate) Sorry about this, I really didn't mean to interrupt! I'm just so hungry!!

Ryou: It's okay ^v^

Tajima: Itadakimasu!!! (He takes a bite and starts to walk out) Mmmm! Thanks Mihashi, you're the best!! You two have a good time! (He puts his shoes back on) Ittekimasu! I'll give you this plate back tomorrow at practice!! I'll wash it and everything!

Ryou: Ah, okay… I-itterashaimasu @v@'''

Tajima: See ya!! (He walks out and slides the door shut)

Ryou: (He looks at Stephan then looks away) Q/////Q I-I'm sorry… We can eat now! (He opens the rice and curry pots and fills the plates)

Naoki: (He meows happily as Ryou puts some on his plate) :3

Ryou: (He picks up his spoon and looks at the curry) O//q//O I-itadakimasu! (He starts eating) Mmh… (He blinks as Stephan talks) Eh…? …Y-you think it's good? Yay… @///@

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Ryou: (He puts the plates in the sink and washes them) ovo;;;;

Naoki: (He hops onto the counter and meows) -3- (He jumps onto the windowsill)

Ryou: O-oh, here, Naoki… :> (He opens the window)

Naoki: (He hops out of the window and runs outside) :3

Ryou: (He shuts the window and sighs) /I-I can't believe… Stephan is here… at my house… What am I doing…?/ @////~////@ (He turns off the water) …… (He turns around and bumps into Stephan) A-aaah-- oh-- Q////////Q (He looks up at him while shaking and blushing) //T-too close!!!! I-I feel like my heart is going to beat out of my chest and onto the floor and…!!// @///////////@ H-huh?… I'm.. I'm… fine! Um…! (He backs away) S-so, d-do you wanna stay for a little bit? O-or are you busy? I-it's okay… either way!! I-I don't mind either way! @///////@;;; I-I'm not going to sleep for another 2 hours… or so. @////////@

– –

Shuji: (He strokes Roku's cheek) Roku… (He glares at the broken window) Grr, a shitty intruder?! I KNEW SOMETHING WAS UP!! (His back flames up)

Shu: Ahem, father… You might melt mother. Do be careful. ^^

Shuji: Shit, I'm sorry!! (He sighs calms down) No way, I'm not leaving him alone for one second. Nuh uh. (He holds Roku) I'm taking leave for as long as this takes to be over with. Even if I have to find this bastard myself!!! (He glares at Roku) Don't you even try and tell me I can't!!

Sal: @w@ Uh oh… Shuji's freaking out.

Shu: (He sighs) Father, do you not think this is a bit much--

Shuji: (He raises his fist at Shu) You kiddin' me?!!! I'll friggin handcuff myself to him!! You underestimate me, kidd'o!!

Shu: (He shakes his head) Hmmm.

Shuji: (He pats Shisui's head) If this shitty intruder touches any of you either, they're dead!! (He turns to Levi as he talks) YEAH!! You get it, kid!! That's my boy! (He fist bumps Levi)

Shu: I think we all need to take a moment to cool down. (He sits down and grabs Levi and pulls him down next to him) We'll start with Levi. ^^

Shuji: What?! Cool down?! We are COOL!! (He growls)

Shu: No, father, I don't think you are.

Shuji: Ha?!

Sal: o3o You do seem a little tense. Maybe you should calm down :3 So we can figure something out.

Shu: Sal is right. Why don't you kiss mother? And breathe. ^^

Shuji: (He blushes) Kiss?!!! Fine!! (He holds Roku's face gently and kisses him) =////= … (He sighs)

Shu: Wow, that worked like a charm…

Sal: Aww… ;////; (She holds her hands together)

Shu: (He smiles at Levi) And for Levi… (He chuckles) What? I'm not going to make you kiss anyone. All you need is ice water. (He smirks) Dumped on your head… I can already imagine you drenched in water. That's kind of cute. ^^ (He pinches Levi's cheek)

Shuji: (He looks at Rushka) You have any idea who did this? Is it someone of your kind that you know? (He sighs) No?… Dammit… Maybe we should ask Seth.

???: (He peeks in) …… (He sees Sal and Malik)

Sal: Oh!! (She smiles at ???) Grey! Hello sweetheart! ^^ What are you doing here?

Grey: I was just following you guys… (He walks in) Am I allowed in here?…

Shuji: Ah, come on in, kid! (He grins at Grey)

Shu: (He smirks as Grey walks in) Heh, Levi, isn't that your little crush at school? Ooh… (He chuckles as Levi smacks his head)

Grey: … (He sits with Malik and Sal) …… Is everything… okay? (He looks at Roku and frowns) Oh no… are you okay?

Sal: Ah, Roku seems to have gotten injured ^^' There's been an intruder in here. Your dad has been a detective today! Hee hee xD

Grey: (He smiles at Malik) Dad, you're so smart…

Sal: (She giggles) :3

Grey: (He notices Levi and blinks) …… Oh… Levi?

Shu: (He laughs as Levi runs out) Pfft-- What a nerd....

Grey: (He frowns) ……Where did he go?…

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Iris: N-no, sir Lancelot, wait… I don't think they are in danger at all. (She looks at the hoof prints) That was Xalvador… (She sighs) I am so worried for that boy. Ever since his beloved died, he has not been the same. His curse is spreading… I only hope Kouta is able to help him rid of that curse… (She sits on the edge of Ceto's lake and gently holds her hand) Kouta saw you, didn't he? I'm glad… You two will become quick friends. (She shakes her head) I do not care what my wretched husband says…  I will protect you from him, Ceto. Even if it means I have to kill him. I will not hesitate. (She holds Ceto) You are more important to me. I… I hate him. He does not love me at all, and he never has. The only good thing that came out of this marriage is my children… (She looks down) He is nothing but a corrupted evil…  I do not care if I become a criminal… I will… do anything to protect my children from that monster. (She turns to Ceto) Even the children I did not birth myself. (She smiles and kisses Ceto's forehead) Oh, that reminds me… Here you go, dear. (She smiles and hands her a covered bowl) I made your favorite! It is my stew! (She smiles and sets it on the edge of the lake)

???: (She runs over to Iris) Mama… mama… mama… mama…

Iris: Oh-- Petunia! (She sighs and gently hugs her) Did the loud noises wake you up?

Petunia: (She looks at Ceto and gasps) Pretty… pretty!! Pretty!! Pretty!!!

Iris: (She smiles) Yes, she is very pretty. This is Ceto… Can you say “Ceto”, dear?

Petunia: Ceto… Ce-to! Cetoo!! Ceto! Ceto! (She grins and hugs Ceto gently) Ceto Ceto Ceto! Ceto! (She kisses Ceto's cheek)

Iris: (She giggles) Very good!

Petunia: (She walks over to Lancelot and grabs his hand) Lot-lot! Lot-lot! Lot-lot! Up!! Up!!! Up!!! (She jumps up and grins as Lancelot picks her up) Up!! Up!!! Up up up!! (She hugs Lancelot and laughs)

Iris: (She smiles and turns to Ceto) Petunia is about to turn five… I'm quite disappointed Somnus did not allow you to meet her, either. She seems to like you already. (She smiles sadly) She… is a bit special. Somnus is to blame, of course… You remember that time, don't you, dear? You saw the whole thing… (She smiles sadly) I cried to you all night…

--

Kouta: (He smiles at Matin) I would be delighted to help…! (He shakes his head) Please, don't worry about that… I think I would like to stay away from home for a while… (He holds Matin's hands) Now, this process is quite easy, so--

Gale: (He appears next to Kouta and tackles him) BRO!!!!! >:'C

Kouta: Huh…?! (He holds Gale) What are you doing here, Gale…? @@

Gale: I went to your room to check on you and you were GONE!!!! So I got worried and warped to you!!

Kouta: Well, it's okay… But you should probably get home…

Gale: Huh? Where are we? o.o (He looks at Xalvador and Arthur) Knight dudes!! :D (He looks at Matin) Hi, who are you?!

Kouta: (He smiles) This is princess Matin… Oh, right, I was going to help--

Gale: (He clings to Kouta) Koutaaaaa!!! I wanna go home! I wanna go home! Come onn! I'm sleepyyyy!!

Kouta: @@ Urr, Gale… But I'm going to stay here for a little while…

Gale: (He pouts) ...But why!! Mrrgh, fine! >:'c But don't expect me to let go of you!! (He continues clinging to Kouta)

Kouta: (He smiles) I don't mind…

Gale: =n= Of course you don't…

Kouta: Well, anyway, let's get started, lady Matin… (He helps her lie down on the bed) This will not hurt, you will just fall asleep instantly… and I'll show you your brother, through the ethereal dreamscape…

Gale: =^= What is this? Mrgh… I'm BORED!

Kouta: (He puts his finger over Gale's mouth and turns back to Matin) Now, you just close your eyes, and--

Gale: =M= (He puts his hand on Kouta's cheek and squishes his face)

Kouta: M-mmrgh… (He speaks muffled) And n-now, erm…

Gale: (He pokes Kouta) Ohhh oooohhh soorry am I messing you up? (He pokes his face constantly) =A=

Kouta: =w= Mmmmm… (He picks up Gale and gently sets him on a chair and nods) … (He kisses Gale's head and walks back over to Matin)

Gale: Don't you dare kiss me on the head!! >://C (He squirms in the chair) Bored…  bored… bored!! (He gasps as Xalvador picks him up) Argh!! Now I'm in trouble >:'C (He pouts and slouches over Xalvador's shoulder) ……………… =m= (He falls asleep)

Kouta: (He sighs in relief) …Okay… (He sits on the bedside next to Matin) Sorry about that… (He giggles) Let's continue… (He closes Matin's eyes gently and places his hand on her forehead) … Think of no one but your brother… Think about how you want to see him……… (He takes his hand from her head) … She is asleep… (He sighs in relief) I hope she has pleasant dreams of her brother… (He stands up and smiles at Xalvador and Arthur) She will sleep as she normally does… Arthur, would you mind taking her to her room…? (He smiles) It is, mmm… (He closes his eyes and thinks) … (He opens his eyes) It is just at the end of this hallway here… (He smiles as Arthur nods and picks up Matin and walks out into the hallway)

Rayth: (He appears behind Kouta and tackles him) KEH!!! There you are!! I thought you died!!! (He shakes Kouta) Where did you go?!! x_x

Kouta: (He pats Rayth's head) Shhh… We're in Noigllado… I'm not quite sure how, either… But here we are…

Rayth: (He folds his arms) Kaaah?!!!! >_>;; Noigllado? I've never been here before.

Gale: (He hears Rayth and wakes up) RAYTH!!! (He hops down from Xalvador's shoulder and grabs Rayth's ghost tail)

Rayth: URGH!!! Little shit!! (He snatches his tail back) Why are you here too? =_='

Gale: Because I missed Kouta!!! What are YOU doing here? =m=

Rayth: I thought he fucking-- (He turns away from Kouta) Er-- fricking, died!! I thought that Lancelot dude went crazy and killed him!!!

Kouta: (He laughs) I don't think Mr. Lancelot is that bad, even though he is a bit rowdy… (He sighs and looks down) I do wish the other knights and I could be better friends, though… Father doesn't ever let me get near them…

Rayth: Keh, gee, that's a shock. =_= Your dad is a fucking assh-- I mean… fricking… butthole =__=;

Gale: Yeah he is!! He makes mom sad all the time. The whole kingdom would be nicer if he was dead. >.>

Kouta: (He frowns) ……But…

Gale: Hey, if you're not gonna do it Kouta, then I will >.>

Kouta: N-no, don't kill anyone, Gale… That's not the answer… (He sighs)

Gale: Well sometimes it IS!! >:C

Kouta: (He shakes his head) No, it's not…

Gale: (He growls) You need to stop having such a soft heart one of these days if you want to get past him!!!

Kouta: Gale, I don't want to talk about this…

Gale: Urgh… That's exactly what I'm talking about Kouta!! You can't avoid this until he dies when he's 90!!! He's not gonna give the throne until he dies!!!

Kouta: …….(He bites his lip) I know that…!

Rayth: (He grabs Gale's shirt) Uh-- Hey, can you calm down, dude?!

Gale: Rrghh!! (He pulls away from Rayth and glares at Kouta) I hate talking about it too!!! Killing my own dad!! I mean shit!!!!

Kouta: (He looks down and tears up) …

Rayth: (He looks at Gale) Keh >_>' Good going, you little shit.

Gale: (He sighs) …… (He sits down on the bed next to Kouta) … (He wipes Kouta's eyes with his sleeve) I know you're never gonna be able to do it. But you can't stop me from doing it.

Kouta: ……… (He wipes his eyes) I don't understand why…

Gale: Look, Kouta… Mom wants him dead, too. There's just no way she could tell you that.

Kouta: Huh…?!

Gale: She endures all this crap from him… I don't blame her for wanting him dead!!! The entire capital is in shambles because of him too!! (He looks down) He doesn't even care one bit about us either!! You know what I mean, right?!!

Kouta: (He looks down) Yes, I know… I remember…

////

Xalvador: (He stands guard near Kouta) …

Kouta: (He smiles pets Maru) Maru, it's almost dinner time, I think…

Maru: (She looks wide eyed as Somnus approaches and runs away quickly) Mew >n<

Kouta: Huh…? Maru, where are you going…? (He frowns) I thought you loved dinner time…

Xalvador: (He glances as Somnus approaches and grimaces) …

Somnus: (He stands behind Kouta) Kouta, what do you think you're doing?

Kouta: (He jumps slightly and looks back at Somnus) F-father…

Somnus: (He glares at Kouta) And what are you wearing? That is woman's clothing. That is disgusting. I demand you change immediately.

Kouta: B-but… (He looks down) But… M-mother said--

Somnus: I said change it. (He glares down at Kouta) You are fourteen now. You should be wielding a sword and finding a bride. Not this feminine GARBAGE. (He knocks one of the flower pots over and breaks it)

Kouta: (He flinches and gasps) U-uh…?! (He looks at the broken pot on the ground and tears up)

Xalvador: (He glares at Somnus and growls) With all due respect, your majesty--

Somnus: (He glares at Xalvador) SILENCE, filthy rat!

Xalvador: (He growls silently and glares at him) /I should be saying that to you…/

Iris: (She walks into the garden and spots Kouta Somnus and Xalvador) Oh no… (She holds her large stomach and quickly walks over to them)

Somnus: (He glares down at Kouta) Go and change immediately. I will order a swordsman to teach you how to handle a sword. And I will also order a few brides for you to choose from.

Kouta: (He cries and turns away from Somnus) B-but I… I don't…

Somnus: (He growls and slaps Kouta) Quit that damn sniveling!!

Kouta: O-ow…!!!

Xalvador: (He stands in front of Kouta and shoves Somnus) You--!!!

Somnus: (He hisses at Xalvador) You dare disobey me?!! You are NOTHING! I could have you killed!!!

Iris: (She grabs Somnus's arm) Stop it!!!

Somnus: (He growls) Woman…!! (He elbows her in the stomach roughly) Don't you dare lay your hands on me again!

Ceto: (She watches from behind the rock in the lake in horror and covers her mouth) /My lady…!!/

Xalvador: (He runs over to Iris and supports her) L-Lady Iris!!

Kouta: (He gasps and supports Iris as she wobbles) M-mother…!! Petunia…! (He cries)

Iris: U-uuurhh…!!! H-how could you, Somnus?!! The baby could… die!! (She winces in pain and holds her stomach)

Somnus: Do you think I give a damn? I only picked you to be my bride because I had no choice. I could run this kingdom alone. You are lucky to even be here. (He walks inside and slams the door)

Kouta: Mother, we need to get you to the infirmary right now…!!! (He starts walking and supports Iris with Xalvador)

Iris: (She wipes blood from her mouth) … I-I know, dear… (She holds onto Xalvador and Kouta and walks with them)

–

doctor: (He gently touches Iris's stomach and frowns as she winces) I-I'm very sorry, your majesty. I see… (He sighs and writes on his notepad) …

Iris: … (She looks down) D-do you think… she'll be okay?

Kouta: (He stands next to Xalvador and sniffles) ……

doctor: (He strokes his beard in thought) Urr… This does not look good, I'm afraid, your majesty… I will try and detect if she is still alive. (He puts his hands over Iris's stomach and closes his eyes)

Iris: (She wipes her eyes) … /… Please, let her be alive… My Petunia…!/

doctor: Hm…! (He takes his hands away) Well, she is indeed alive… but I fear she will not be a normal child. I do not know what the exact damage is, but… she will be a very special child.

Iris: That's fine. I-I… I am just glad she is alive.

Kouta: (He sighs in relief) Petunia…

doctor: However, I would like you to come in next week so we can check up on her. She is nearly due. (He smiles) I suspect she will be here by next month.

Iris: I see… (She smiles then winces in pain as she tries to stand up)

Xalvador: Please, Lady Iris, allow me to help… (He supports her)

Iris: Thank you, my dear… (She holds onto Xalvador)

doctor: Ah, before I forget. Please take this pain medication whenever the wound hurts. (He hands a pill bottle to Iris) This wound will heal, but it will be quite painful until then. These will not affect princess Petunia in any way, so please do not worry.

Iris: (She smiles) Oh, thank you… (She puts the pill bottle in her pocket)

Kouta: (He holds Iris's hand and looks down)

Iris: Well, thank you very much, doctor… I will be back next week. (She smiles and walks out with Xalvador and Kouta)

doctor: Please take care. (He looks sadly as they leave) /Did the king do this?…/ (He strokes his beard in frustration) /Rrrgh… What a wretched man./

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Gale: He did that to Petunia… He wouldn't even care if she died! (He stands up) If I'm the only one that can do this, then fine… But we can't run away from him, or he'll just find us again!! (He turns away) You need to come home soon, Kouta. We need to talk to mom about this… Because this is the last straw for me!! (He warps back to the palace)

Rayth: (He folds his arms) How pleasant >:/ Keh..

Kouta: (He looks at Xalvador then looks down) …

Rayth: Uugh-- (He grabs Xalvador and sits him next to Kouta) Here!! You two talk to each other already =//=;; I'm gonna go look around!! (He floats out)

Kouta: (He looks at Xalvador then looks down) … I-I won't stop Gale… But I can't help feeling like this is all wrong… (He shakes his head) I… I trust Gale… I-I think it will be okay… I'll talk to mother about this later… (He looks at Xalvador's hands) … Mm… Xalvador…? Is that a curse…? (He blinks as Xalvador explains) …………Oh my… really…? It seems like it is hurting you… (He hums) I wish you had told me sooner… but I should still be able to help you with this… (He smiles) No, no, I want to help… It's the least I can do… I would just have to summon Yasu…  (He chuckles nervously) Erm, however… w-well, I'll just show you… Let's step outside for a moment…

Rayth: (He looks as Xalvador and Kouta walk outside) Hm? Keh, I'd better spy on them e_e (He follows them outside)

Kouta: (He stands in front of Xalvador) Okay… You may want to close your eyes for just a moment… (He closes his eyes and emits a bright light)

Rayth: (He covers his eyes) Uuurrr-- Keh!! /What the?! Is he transforming into Yasu?! Right now?!/ @_@'

Kouta/???: (He transforms into a four-armed giant and floats up) ……. (He lands on the ground gently and looms over Xalvador) …? Hello, Xalvador. It's nice to finally meet you.

Rayth: (He zooms over to ???) OH!! Dude, you look awesome!! Kahaha!! Nice… green ponytail and… weird outfit =_= What the hell. Your taste in fashion sucks Yasu.

Yasu: (He looks down at Rayth) …And who are you?

Rayth: Wha-- So you remember Mr Big Dude but not me? e_e'

Yasu: Just… kidding. I know you're Rayth.

Rayth: …Seriously? =_=

Yasu: ……So… (He sits on his knees in front of Xalvador) You have a curse. Kouta seems quite persistent on helping you.

Rayth: Eh?… Eh?? A curse?…

Yasu: (He stares at Xalvador) ……Your curse feels… so… pungent. (He turns around and sneezes) AH-CHOOOO!! (He creates a loud boom)

Rayth: (He covers his ears) SHIt dude!!!! Kaahhh!! I think my ears are bleeding! X___X

Yasu: (He turns back) Sorry.

Rayth: Urgh… So can you help him or not? >.>

Yasu: Yes. But my power alone can't completely remove the curse from his body.

Rayth: (He grumbles) What?? But aren't you all-powerful?!! o_e

Yasu: Some curses are just too big. You don't understand.

Rayth: (He folds his arms) I guess I don't =_=

Yasu: (He stares at Xalvador) …… I will be able to remove most of this curse. From your physical body. But not your soul. It is somewhat cemented to your soul. I do not know how to get rid of that. I'm… sorry.

Rayth: Well, at least it's something!! Mr. Big Dude can finally hug his boyfriend Kouta =__=

Yasu (Kouta): (He facepalms with his second set of hands) ……Rayth, you're embarrassing me…

Rayth: It's true isn't it?!! e_e

Yasu: Ahem. (He holds his top left hand out to Xalvador) This will take mere minutes. Please, we insist. We truly want to help you, Xalvador.

– –

Blossom: (She rests her wing over Lance gently and rests her head on the ground) /Oh, but I love to help! I'm quite excited to go on this adventure, too, since my master Talia… (She sighs) W-well, she only patrols. That's all she ever does… And it is even more exciting to go with you, prince! ^^ I-I just mean s-since we never go on missions together ever x///x W-well good night!/

Chrissy: (She snorts) /Hehehehe!!/ (She lies down and looks at Scarlet) /Here, dear. Lie down. You seem weary./ (She flips her mane as Scarlet lies down on her side) /Since I'm a show horse, my coat is the softest! You're welcome~/ (She hums) /I wonder what that Gijiri is like…/ (She scowls) /If he is being mean to Espella, he'll be hearing from me!! No one is mean to my little sugar muffin girl!/

Blossom: /Sugar… muffin… girl? @.@/

Chrissy: /Isn't that right, Espella?/ (She neighs and laughs as Espella responds) /Ahahaha! I love teasing you!/

Apollo: (He chuckles) Come now, Chrissy. We need all of our strength tomorrow.

Chrissy: /Ehehe! Oh, right. Sorry. Well, I will follow you all to the ends of the earth… I am quite excited for this, actually./ (She rests her head on the ground and rests her tail gently over Scarlet) /I-I don't even care if my mane gets dirty. I don't care as long as I have my friends! Now good night!/

Apollo: (He smiles at Chrissy then at Espella) /Chrissy is growing up…/ (He lies next to Espella and blinks as she immediately falls asleep) …? (He smiles) /I will stay by your side… Lady Espella… I'll do anything as long as you're here… You have all of us by your side. We will help you uncover the truth…/ (He closes his eyes)

– –

Mei: (She flaps her wings and chirps) o.o …? /Lien? Hmm./ (She flies down to Alicia and alters into her human form)

Aki: (He strokes Alicia's cheek and smiles) Honey, you can count on me! I-I'll find him. (He grins) I've got to.

Mei: (She sits down next to the water's edge and pats Alicia gently) Hey, are you sure about this? Aki's a nice dad and all but he's kinda… a big idiot =w=' Well, I guess time will tell. We just gotta have faith in him ^^;

Aki: Ugh, Mei, I'll be fine… You're treating me like a kid. (He kneels down to Alica and kisses her) I'll find him… Don't you worry. (He smiles) I mean, the kingdom's not that big right? Right? (He smiles) Alright, let's go! (He stands up and nods to Ridia) I'm all set. Lien is sure to be out there… (He turns back to Alicia) Okay… I'm leaving now! Bye honey, love ya! Byebye! I'll find Lien, don't you worry a bit! (He waves as he disappears with Ridia)

Mei: Oh boy =3= This is why I'm his big sister. Well at least someone's going with him to make sure he doesn't get killed or something. (She smiles at Alicia) So how are you guys holding up? You know I'll always be here to help :3

– –

Snake: (He watches as Bolts and Screws gnaw at the man's flesh) …? (He turns back to Steam and nods) Uh, right. (He starts walking with Steam and glances at him) … You know, you'd be an amazing addition to the army. That is, if you'd be interested. I understand you're busy. (He glances up at the dark clouds) Hm…

???: (He jumps in front of Steam and aims his bow at Steam's head) Ha-ha-hands up… Gangrel l-l-left a message!

Snake: (He facepalms) God dammit… An assassin? We really don't have time for Gangrel's bullshit. Look, if you want to live, you'd probably better get going. Anyway, why's Gangrel sending a little kid after us…?

???: (He rests his bow and sighs) … Ughhhhh. Fine, I get it! You both look like you could kill me. Look, I'm not powerful okay? >n< (He throws his bow and arrow on the ground and pouts) I didn't even wanna be an assassin! I don't get why Gangrel makes me do this! I'm just trying to provide for my kitty!

Snake: …(He folds his arms) So you sided with Gangrel, huh? Why? You don't seem like a bad kid.

???: Well it's the only job available in Plegia! (He pouts) I just wanna be a flower seller! I've never even killed one person during this entire job because I'm too weak!! ;n; (He stomps on his bow and arrow)

Snake: (He looks at Steam) …? … /You think we should help this kid out?/ … (He nods) … (He sighs and turns to ???) Alright, why don't you come with us, then? What's your name?

???: What?! No way no WAY!!!! Gangrel's gonna kill me!! >M<

Snake: (He shrugs) Well, we tried to help. See you. (He walks off with Steam)

???: Urrgh, waaaaiit!! (He pouts) I-I change my mind! And my name is Xiaoli Zheng >:C I'm 15 and I'm not a little kid!!

Snake: (He looks at Xiaoli with Steam) Okay then, you coming?

Xiaoli: (He sniffles) Yes >:'c Just let me get my kitty! (He whistles loudly)

???: (He stomps and runs over to them and slobbers) Gggggrrrrr! (He licks Xiaoli's face)

Xiaoli: Ewwww Lei!!! >^< (He wipes his face) Your tongue feels like sandpaper! xC

Snake: (He looks up at ???) That's… a cat?

Xiaoli: No, he's a chimera! His name is Lei >n> (He snuggles Lei and hops on his back) So where are we going?

Lei: (He walks with Snake and Steam with Xiaoli on his back)

Snake: Away from this storm… (He turns to Steam) So, where to?

Xiaoli: (He rides on Lei next to Steam) Ummm, I'm sorry I tried to kill you .n. I probably couldn't have anyway. You look like you could probably catch my arrow and throw it back at me. But I'm still sorry. (He pouts)

Lei: (He meows and rubs his face against Steam gently) :3

– –

Sully: (She looks up sadly as Volt levitates) …… (She looks down) Ugh… Yeah, I get it… She seems really important here, I guess.  (She looks back up at Volt) I-it was fun, Volt. See ya… (She grins and turns away to walk back to Chrom and Robin) … (She looks back at Volt) … (She shakes her head and walks over to Jasmine) Alright, let's get outta here…

Robin: Sully, are you--?

Sully: I'm fine! Let's just get back home already. (She pats Jasmine)

Chrom: That's quite a shame… she seemed eager to join us. And it seems like you… really like her? (He frowns)

Sully: (She blushes) Urgh-- Yeah, I do!! So what, Chrom?! (She looks down and wipes her eyes) C'mon already…

Jasmine: (She snorts and shakes her head) u^u

Robin: (She sighs) I'll contact Miriel. You could come back and visit her, Sully. Any time. Just let us know. (She opens her spellbook)

Sully: (She turns away) Thanks… (She looks back at Volt) I-I'll visit her as much as I can. Even if she's there forever…

Robin: (She smiles) Good. Now, take this frustration out on your training… We've still got to face Grima soon. (She puts her hand on a page in the spellbook and opens a portal) Let's get going.

Sully: Yeah… You bet. (She looks back at Volt one last time before turning back to the portal) …… (She walks through the portal after Chrom and Robin with Jasmine)

– –

Palutena: (She embraces Venus and holds onto the others as they group) Alright, just hold on tightly to each other! (She starts to warp)

Zion: (He appears) Shit wait!! (He runs over to the group and picks up Zach gently) Hey Buddy!

Kitty: Zion!! You made it! @A@

Palutena: You're just in time!! Hang on tight! (She warps to the house with everyone)

Sal: (She turns quickly as Palutena and the others appear) You guys!! I'm so glad ;~; S-something bad just happened!

Kitty: Wha-- (She dodges a book) K-Karkat?! x_x

Karkat: (He holds a book and glares at them) You fucktards!! I'll kill you all!

Palutena: Oh my… (She releases Venus) Someone needs to hold him down. It seems like his soul is gone.

Kitty: I'm on it o3o' (She sighs and takes out a rope)

Sal: Did you just have that in your bag? ^^'

Kitty: (She giggles and ties up Karkat gently) Yeah ^w^' You can never be too careful!

Karkat: (He bites Kitty's arm) Grrr!

Kitty: (She takes her arm out of Karkat's mouth and sighs) We will get your souls back… This has been happening a lot lately… why is that? >:c (She hears glass breaking upstairs) Ah?! D:

Sans: (He freezes Jessica in place and sighs) Sorry about this, babe…

Toriel: (She gasps as Frisk runs upstairs with Palutena and the others) M-my child! I'm so glad you're safe! (She kneels down and hugs her) Please, don't come any closer… Chara has been here.

Sollux: (He appears behind Sans in a blue and red flash) Yo, I finally got out of the wire2… (He look at Sans) You need 2ome help dude?

Sans: (He looks back at Sollux) Huh? (He chuckles) Oh, a troll. Sure, I've got a kid to go after… She's been at it again. (He releases Jessica from his eye and gently sets her down)  

Sollux: Oh-- 2hit! (He freezes Jessica in place as she approaches) You'd better hurry up, dude. Thi2 lady is 2trong a2 hell-- Urgh. (He squints as he freezes her with the red and blue electricity)

Sans: It'll only take a minute in your time. Heh heh… (He sighs) Might take days for me, though. Just hang tight for a few… (He looks up at Papyrus) Bro, don't worry 'bout it. I'll be fine. (He looks down as Frisk hugs him tightly) Aw, kid… I won't let you down. … Huh? You wanna come with me?

Toriel: M-my child, I don't think that is a good idea!

Palutena: (She closes her eyes) So this whole time… the one that has been taking souls was a child? The balance of this world is in turmoil over this. I'm going, too.

Sans: (He shakes his head) I appreciate you all wanting to help out, really, but this is something I've gotta do alone… Heh, well, wish me luck. (He disappears)

Sollux: (He squints and keeps holding Jessica in place) Holy 2hit, thi2 i2 in2anely difficult… (He pats Yolanda gently as she approaches) Hey, Yolanda. Glad to 2ee you're okay.

–

Sans: (He appears in exhaustion and breathes heavily) Huuh… Okay… okay… (He holds up Karkat and Jessica's souls) I… got em.

Toriel: (She runs over to Sans with Frisk and Papyrus) Oh my goodness!

Sollux: (He breathes heavily and holds Jessica in place) I think… 2he'2 getting… tired…

Sans: Heheheh. Not so easy, is it?

Palutena: Quickly, give them their souls! They are becoming more and more distant by the moment. (She gently takes Jessica's soul and puts it into her body)

Sollux: Uuugh-- (He releases Jessica and kneels down) Je2u2, I'm weaker than I thought…

Sans: (He hands Karkat's soul to Kitty) Take this to that pissed off guy… (He exhales in exhaustion and kneels down and holds a wound on his ribcage)

Kitty: O-okay, right away!! >:c (She quickly runs downstairs with Karkat's soul)

Palutena: (She kneels down to Sans) Are you okay? I can still sense the child's presence somewhere in this world… she hasn't been defeated, has she? (She heals Sans's ribcage)

Sans: (He covers his glowing blue eye and shakes his head) Nope. Let me tell you, that kid is pretty damn persistent… but I managed to snatch those souls from her. (He quickly turns to Jessica as she sits up) Hey! Hey, you okay? (He runs over to her and holds her hands) Phew… got your soul back. (He blushes as she kisses his head) Uhhh, you're welcome. H-heh… (He clears his throat) So, you saw the kid, right?

Palutena: (She thinks and walks back over to Venus) … This can't go on forever… (She looks out of the window) But I don't think the answer is killing that child. The answer lies somewhere in the child, here. Frisk. (She looks at Frisk) I just don't know what it is…

???: (She appears behind Frisk and taps her) …

Toriel: Oh! It is you again. (She giggles as Frisk hugs her) My, you two are becoming friends. What has brought you here, my child? We do not even know your name yet.

???: (She hugs Frisk then releases her) … (She turns to Toriel and signs letters with her hands) ((M-A-D-O-T-S-U-K-I))

Toriel: What does that say, my child? (She looks at Frisk) She says her name is Madotsuki?

Madotsuki: (She nods)

Toriel: (She smiles) That does indeed sound familiar! (She looks at Frisk) A dream? You see this child in your dreams?

Madotsuki: …… (She signs to Frisk)

Toriel: …? (She blinks as Frisk explains to her) … This child came to protect you? Because… of a dream she had?

Madotsuki: (She nods)

Toriel: I see… my, that is simply amazing! To think you met through a dream!

Madotsuki: …… (She shakes her head)

Toriel: Oh, it is not? Perhaps this is normal for you?

Madotsuki: (She nods)

Toriel: Well, I am quite glad you and my child are friends! The more the merrier!

Madotsuki: ………. (She smiles crookedly)

Toriel: (She giggles) O-oh my… What a unique smile.

Kitty: (She sighs in relief and walks upstairs) Umm, okay I untied Karkat o.o And he's back to normal. He's with Cloud right now ^^' Trying to wake him up.

Palutena: That's good. (She sighs) Now, I really should be getting back to the temple… I honestly don't trust my centurions for one moment. They have good hearts, but they are… er, clumsy little guys. (She chuckles and turns to Venus) All right… I'll check on you all later. Please contact me if you need anyth-- (She blinks as Venus hugs her) …? O-oh… (She blushes and laughs) But I must be going. I'll see you quite soon, don't you worry. (She hugs her gently) Um, Venus?

– –

Keaton: (He spins Seth around and laughs) Man, I thought I'd lost touch with you!!! :D (He ruffles Seth's hair and sets him down) Heh heh!! Don't cry dude! You're gonna make me cry D: (He wipes Seth's eyes and grins) Yeah! And I brought something special for you! (He takes a dead beetle out of his pocket and hands it to Seth) This is the best one I found yet! Isn't it so cool?!

Dirk: (He laughs as Seth drops the beetle) Dude, Keaton, are you still collecting that stuff? I guess some things never change.

Keaton: Aww, but it's cool!! (He picks the dead beetle up and grins) Look at the colors on it. This is a rare genetic thing for bugs! Pleeease keep it!!… Ahaha! Yess! (He puts the beetle in Seth's hands and smiles) So what's going on here?! I heard you're getting married! Is it to Dirk?! (He grins) Yeah?? I thought so!

Niles: (He sits next to Maasaki and folds his arms) I know that. (He smirks) Well, besides that, I've been trying to avoid a rotten fish intestine smelling prick…

Gangrel: (He appears in front of them and grins) You were saying?

Niles: (He groans) Uungh. I had to jinx it…

Gangrel: (He grabs Niles's neck and hisses) Eeeheeehee! You're a dead man walking, Niles!! I warned you--

Niles: (He stands up and knees Gangrel in the crotch roughly) Oops~ excuse me.

Gangrel: UUUGH-- (He releases Niles and holds his crotch) Y-you are DEAD!! I'll kill you myself! (He backs away from him)

Niles: You talk big for someone who's failed so many times. Why are you following me? Because I left your pathetic little army and you need me? Admit it, you're just hopeless on your own. (He smirks)

Gangrel: Sh-shut your mouth! I was not aware that Aversa would be killed, so it is not my fault!! I did not send in reinforcements at the time…

Niles: Just another failure to add to your list, I suppose.

Gangrel: (He glares up at Niles and hisses) You-- you-- (He growls) ……

Niles: Heh. You're speechless? How cute. How about I say something REALLY offensive? Blow those cute little ears right off your head? (He pinches Gangrel's cheek)

Gangrel: (He slaps his hand away) STOP talking, you!!… I… I'll… be… back! I have someone else to kill, anyhow… (He holds his crotch in pain and disappears)

Niles: (He sits backs down and sighs) That was easier than I thought. Maybe I should have done that from the beginning. (He chuckles) Hmm, oh well… (He glances at Maasaki) …Jokes aside, it is nice to see you again. I am aware that I tease you to no end, but I do consider us to be friends… At least, I hope we are. (He looks at the bruise on Maasaki's arm and grimaces) …… (He turns away) If you need anything, believe or not, I'll be here for you. (He snickers) I know, shocking.

Keaton: (He runs over to Niles Maasaki and Tareer) Oh yeah, I almost totally forgot, Maasaki! (He takes a jar lid with a hole in it out of his pocket and hands it to Maasaki) This is for you :D Just look how cool it is!

Niles: There you go again giving trash to people… (He smirks)

Keaton: (He stomps) It is not trash!! You wouldn't know. >:C (He sticks his tongue out at Niles)

Niles: You'd better put that tongue back in your mouth before I pull it, dog boy.

Keaton: Urgh--  x_x What the hell Niles?! You're the weird one here! I'm leaving!! (He walks back over to Seth)

Niles: (He chuckles smugly) …

Mituna: (He runs over to Lydia with Cronus and grins) LYGIA!!!

Cronus: (He smirks) Hey, doll. You gettin' ready for somethin'?

Mituna: (He hugs Lydia) ARE YOU GONA 5ING??? 0H HOLD ON I'LL BE RIGHT BACK!! (He runs over to Orino)

Cronus: (He chuckles and holds Lydia's waist) Babe, you'wve got a damn fine singing voice. I'd be honored to hear it again.

Rose: Well, I hope Nick can make it. He'll be crying his eyes out when Seth and Dirk get married, too… (She folds her arms and covers her stomach) Uugh… (She blushes looks at Albino) Why do I have to wear this again?… (She flinches as Albino grabs her waist) …I look good?… (She nervously puts her hand on his back) … W-whatever…

Dirk: (He nudges Seth and Keaton and whispers) Oh my god, you guys… (He motions towards Rose and Albino)

Keaton: Oooooh!! (He wags his tail) They finally did it!

– –

Liliana: (She reads the letter and blushes) Ohhh! That Yoshino!! (She holds her head in her hands)

Kitty: (She giggles) Yoshino, mama? She seems to really like you :3 You should stop by her house.

Liliana: Yes, I think I will… She is always there to comfort me. Especially the time your father left, Katerina… I think she knew how unhappy I was with him. (She puts the note on the table and sighs) I will go over there later. (She blushes) I do always enjoy spending time with-- (She hears Randall from outside of the window and growls) Friggin--!! (She grabs a butcher's knife and opens the window) OYE!! YOU WANT TO GET KILLED?!! (She waves the knife at him)

Kitty: Mama be careful!! @A@

Randall: (He sees the knife and stops) O-oh god. I forgot she's a crazy bitch. (He runs off)

Liliana: (She slams the window and rolls up her sleeves) Okay!! We are cooking, yes? Let's go rapido, rapido! (She walks back over to the cutting board)

Kitty: (She giggles with Showanna) You must really want to see Yoshino, huh? ^u^ (She puts some cut up vegetables into the soup pot) You know, you can go and see her now, Showanna and I will finish this :3

Liliana: (She finishes chopping and puts the vegetables in the soup pot then sets the knife down) No, no, I cannot let you do all the work. I will help. (She sighs) I still have a few more chores to get done around here, too…

Kitty: (She turns to Showanna) … (She nods and takes Yoshino's house key then puts it in Liliana's shirt pocket quickly) One two three go!! >M< (She pushes Liliana out of the house with Showanna)

Liliana: Wh-- whaaat are you doing?!! (She looks back as Kitty shuts the door and locks it) OHHHH--!! (She bangs on the door) KATERINA LUIZA ROSARIO AND SHOWANNABE JONES!!! Abra la puerta AHORA MISMO!! Urrgh! I know what you are doing!

Kitty: (She chuckles and shakes her head as Showanna questions) Don't worry, she will stop being mad in a minute xD

Liliana: (She stomps her foot) Grr! Fine, I will go! (She takes Yoshino's house key out of her front pocket and thinks) … (She starts walking to Yoshino's house and sighs)

– –

Crepsley: (He smiles at Noah) Well, I expect no less from you. When the day comes to hand the throne to you, it will be an honor… (He glances at Aradia) …?

Aradia: (She glances around) Hm? Hmm? Where'd he go?… (She folds her arms and pouts) I thought we could be better friends but I can't find him… Mrrghh…

Crepsley: Is something the matter, young troll?

Aradia: Eh? (She turns to Crepsley and Noah) AH! (She grins at Noah and walks over to him) Hello! I thought I lost you! (She holds his arm and walks out to the garden with him) Let us talk more! I want to hear about you. So, what are you exactly?

Crepsley: (He raises his brow) Hmm, how interesting... (He chuckles)

???: (He appears behind Crepsley and taps him) Big brotherrrr?

Crepsley: (He closes his eyes and groans) Nicu. What are you doing here?

Nicu: (He grins) I am just “hanging out”! Is this a party? What is happening? Was I invited?

Crepsley: I'm afraid not… But you can stay. So long as you mind your manners.

Nicu: I am the master of good manners! Do not worry~ Ooh, was my nephew around? I smell him. Where is he? ^^

Crepsley: He is busy… Just be patient.

Nicu: Hrmph… I want to hug my nephew. >^> Has he grown up?

Crepsley: Yes, he has. He is the heir, as well.

Nicu: (He chuckles) Well, I suspected as much…

Kankri: (He blinks as Water approaches him) Oh my-- Water? Is that you? I have been trying to search for you again for some time now, but I never did locate you. To think that we could meet here of all places is-- (He gets hugged by Water and blushes) O-oh. …… Is this a hug? (He hugs Water gently) Well, then…

Arrow: (He carries a bucket of water over to Dark) Here you go, babe… This is ice cold. (He chuckles as Dark submerges his head in the bucket) You'll feel better soon… I'm the best at taking care of sick people. (He smirks) Especially you, your morning sickness when you were having Skye and Gino was something else… Heh. (He sets the bucket down and strokes Dark's head) Ouch, still hot…

Nicu: Arrow? (He grins) Ooooh! Is Dark pregnant? I can't wait to smell-- I-I mean see your baby!

Arrow: (He rolls his eyes) You'd better not try anything, dude…

Nicu: Who, me? What have I done?

Arrow: Playing dumb, huh? You must have forgotten the time you targeted Skye…

Nicu: Oh, right! (He laughs) Ohoho! But how could I resist him? He smells so tasty ^^ So does Gino. In fact, I wonder if they'd mind if I sample them right now…

Arrow: =_= Try it and I'll squeeze you to death.

Tomo: (He sighs as Miku holds him) Moooooom… You can let me go now. I mean I like your hugs, but I'm totally fiiine @.@ I wanna go over and see Dog! He's like totally a king now! I promise I won't be loud! (He smiles as Miku releases him) Thanks mom! (He kisses Miku's cheek and walks quickly over to Dog and the others)

Kenji: (He chuckles and shakes his head) Let's trust him just this once, I suppose… (He gently rubs Miku's back) You seem nervous. Don't be. We will all behave ourselves… for the most part, I hope. That ghoul however… (He sighs as Henry knocks over a vase)

Henry: O-oopsie! Haha-- I'm sorry! (He pouts as Braho picks him up) I didn't mean to…

Galanus: (He sighs and mends the vase with his staff and sets it back on the table gently) Be more careful, okay? @@ (He bows to Gokudera) Sorry about that, your highness.

Gokudera: (He chuckles) It's fine. That vase isn't very important. But there are a few important things in this room, so be careful.

Galanus: R-right ^^'

Kenji: (He glances over at Juto Kano and Rulf) Hey, you three. (He walks over to them and smirks as they salute) At ease. I'm just letting you know that we need to get back to the pavilion in a few hours.

Nicu: Kenji, is that you? (He folds his arms) You must have missed your family. You must want to get home and spend time with them! Hmp, I don't blame you.

Kenji: Heh, yeah, that and… All these new recruits. I swear they're coming in by the hundreds… (He groans) Pretty damn persistent, too… I need all the help I can get with recruits. Shit, I just wanna go home…

Nicu: Hehe, I see~ Well, you three look suited. (He smiles at Juto Rulf and Kano) Why not give your boss a break? ^^

Kenji: Eh? No way, I couldn't do that. There are so many recruits to interview. (He rubs the back of his head) I mean, I trust these guys, but damn… I don't wanna overwork them. They'll die.

Nicu: (He chuckles) I'm sure they'll be fine~

Angel: (He gently pets Pixie's head and smiles) Oh, I won't, Pixie… Er, so long as you find someone that will not hurt you. That's what I'm worried about the most…

Gokudera: (He grumbles and folds his arms) I feel ya, Angel boy… (He glares at John and Adam) These two little shits touching up on my daughter…

Angel: Are… you okay? O_O'

Gokudera: (He grins spitefully) Heh? What do you mean? I'm fine…

Angel: R-right… well, then… @@' (He whispers to Cross) /Cross… do you feel that? Something dark is emanating from him… I've never felt that from the king before. He usually doesn't lose his temper./

Gokudera: (He walks over to Boo) Hey, honey… You think I'll get in trouble with Buddha if I whack his sons around a little bit?… All in good fun, of course. (He chuckles) … I'm kidding…

Angel: Perhaps the queen is having an effect on him for some reason… I can't say I'm surprised. But with his strength, nothing good would come of him going berserk… (He stands in front of Cross, Pixie, and Gen) … Stay back… I'm sensing something else that isn't good.

Gangrel: Hmmmm, he is very close… (He turns to the knight guarding the door) Hello, good sir. Have you seen any ghouls lately?

knight: (He stands guard) I'm sorry? Who are you? Do you have permission to enter?

Gangrel: (He sighs) Uuugh. Look, is there a ghoul in here? A bit on the eccentric side, white hair, eats human flesh...

knight: (He thinks for a moment) ... Hmmm... Ah, yes! I have seen her. She was of Japanese descent, and had a charming voice... She was very cute despite her flesh eating, I was actually thinking about asking--

Gangrel: Great!! (He shoves a knife into the knight's stomach and walks up to the door) Pff- hah! That's him, alright...

knight: Ugghh!! (He falls over) Y-you--! Th-the queen will not be happy about this!!

Gangrel: (He knocks on the door) Helloooo?

Angel: Is that--?! Gangrel? Is he trying to get himself killed by coming here? Ugh, his presence is giving me a migraine… (He grimaces)

Gangrel: (He sighs) No one's going to let poor old Gangrel in? Fine, then~ (He kicks the door down) Oooh, what a full house of friends! (He eyes Henry) And maggots.

Henry: Oh, I thought I smelled a garbage can walking around! (He smiles) Looks like I was right!

Gokudera: (He turns and glares at Gangrel) Hm? Heh, this asshole…

Kenji: (He glares at Gangrel) You… What are you doing here? I can assure you this isn't somewhere you want to be right now. You must have a death wish.

Gangrel: (He sighs) Give it a rest, huh? I've been dealing with tightwads all day… I didn't come here for the Queen's fat stash of gold, anyhow. (He smirks at Boo as she glares at him) Just a quick little assassination, is all~ since my useless army cannot even find a wretched little ghoul… (He growls)

Henry: … (He smiles) …

Tomo: Urgh-- you stupid--!!! (He puts his fist up) I'm tired of you, Gangrel! You're awful!! >:O

Gangrel: (He cackles) AHAHA! Oh, I'm sorry, Tomo~ Want to fight it out?

Tomo: As a matter of fact-- >:O (He gets held back by Gino) Urrgh… Let me go, Gino. I'll take him outside and punch his face in!! >:C

Gangrel: Hm, whatever, I don't particularly care about you right now… (He grins at Galanus) My dear boy! It's been a while.

Galanus: (He backs away from Gangrel) Uh ^^; We've never actually met…

Gangrel: (He cackles) Keh- heeheeehee! Oh, but I know all about you!! I've seen every moment of your life play out!

Galanus: (His eyes widen) Wha-- what…?

Henry: (He laughs) Haha, HEY, Gangrel! Scram, would ya? You weren't even invited here~

Gangrel: (He grins) Well now, maggot, how's life treating you? Still want to vomit every time you see a pair of pliers?

Henry: …Pff-- hehe…

Tomo: (He glares at Gangrel) Grrrr >:C

Gangrel: Madam Mariam was just so cruel… (He pouts falsely) Awww… you know, Galanus, there's a lot he hasn't told you~ About that old hag Mariam… And about Iago… I've seen it all. Through his memories! It's a skill I've had for a while now… Eeheeheeheee… pretty handy in pissing people off…

Galanus: Wh-- H-hey, you stay out of it… He doesn't need to tell me. Now shouldn't you be leaving? >:c

Gangrel: Oh? (He grins) How about the time she permanently cut his balls off as a punishment? So gross~ And those hundreds of poor humans she made him kill~ I bet he felt real bad. …Five whole years of that torture… Awww, that's so heartbreaking. Want a little throwback? (He snaps)

Henry: (He remembers something) Ugh…!!!

Galanus: Huh--? (He closes his eyes and holds his head) Agh >n<

////

Henry: (He sits at the table quietly) …

Mariam: Now, Yoko-chan, since you tried to escape AGAIN, I want you to eat this whole thing! Okay? (She grins and sets a pig’s head on a platter in front of him) If you gag or throw up, mama will punish you! (She giggles)

Henry: (He gags and looks away from the pig’s head) Guh…!!

Mariam: (She glares at Henry) I said… eat it.

Henry: (He looks at the fork on the table) …… (He breathes heavily and trembles) Urh…!

Mariam: … (She glares down at him and shoves his head down) Eat what your fucking mother is giving you!! You ungrateful little maggot!!!

Henry: (He cries) Uuh…! I-I… can’t…!! I can’t…!!!

Mariam: GRRR… (She slaps him roughly and grabs his neck) THEN THIS IS WHAT YOU GET!!! (She drags him by his neck down the hallway) MAGGOT!! I’LL SHOW YOU TO DISRESPECT ME!!!

Henry: (He chokes and grabs Mariam’s arm as he gets dragged) Ughk!!! Aagck!!!!!

Mariam: (She throws him into his cell roughly then grabs her taser and zaps him on his stomach) Little MAGGOT!!!!!! (She zaps him again)

Henry: (He cries) AAAH!! (He writhes in pain and cringes)

Mariam: (She puts her taser away and grabs a rope) You asked for this… you should have listened TO YOUR MOTHER!!! (She grabs his arms and ties them together) How would you like to have something PERMANENTLY GONE?! (She tightens the rope roughly and throws him down)

Henry: (He cries as Mariam grabs a sharp pair of specialized pliers) Huh--?! No… no… p-please, no!!! (He struggles in the rope)

Mariam: (She lifts up his skirt and cuts his undergarments off) This… is what… you… GET!!!!! (She starts cutting)

Henry: (He screams in agony as she starts cutting) A– ..AAAAAAAHH!!!!! (He sobs) AAAAA–… A-A-AAAAHHHH!!!!

Mariam: SHUT YOUR MOUTH!!!! (She punches him in the stomach)

Henry: (He coughs blood and chokes) UGHGK…!!! (He struggles in the rope as she keeps cutting) A-AAAAGHHH!!! Uuuhhh…!!!!!! (He sobs in pain and closes his eyes) A-ahhhh-- AhHH!! (He breathes heavily)

Mariam: (She throws the bloody pliers onto the table) I do hope my message got through to you, Yoko-chan… You won’t be needing your male parts, anyway. Isn’t that right?

Henry: (He cries and shakes then struggles in the rope) Hnng… nnn… It… h-hurts…!!! (He sobs and hyperventilates) Uhh-- (He coughs blood) Uhhh…!!!! It... it... hu... huuurts...!! (His legs shake in the puddle of blood)

Mariam: (She strokes his face) That’s good… pain is the best feeling ever… right? That’s just how mama shows you that she loves you… (She tugs on Henry's hair) You know how much mama loves you, right?... (She tugs on his hair roughly) RIGHT?

Henry: (He closes his eyes) U-uunhhh…!! Y... y... yes...

Mariam: (She releases his hair roughly and turns towards the barred door) Now stop fucking crying, maggot. You got what you deserved. Papa will be here in a few hours to clean up your mess. (She walks out and slams the barred door) For now, I want you to think about what you’ve done by trying to escape me… (She walks off)

Henry: (He sits up shakily and tries to free his arms from the rope) Uhh…!! Ugh…!!!! (He leans against the cell bars and cries) Fuck!!!!! (He closes his eyes) /Please kill me this time… please kill me so I can be with mom and dad… Please…/

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Henry: (He trembles and looks down) Stop it…!!

Kenji: (He holds his head and snaps out of the trance) H-holy shit…

Galanus: (He holds his head) W-what the…?! /Did we all just see one of Henry's memories…? I-I felt like I was actually experiencing it.../ (He shivers)

Tomo: (He faints on Gino) x_x

Gokudera: (He holds his head) Uuugghh… fucking hell... That was messed up…

Gangrel: (He smirks) Did everyone enjoy the show?

Galanus: (He holds Henry's shoulder then glares at Gangrel) L-look you… I-I think you should leave. Y-you're ruining madam Cross's party and being mean to my brother. >:C

Gangrel: (He glares at Galanus) Shut up, you're annoying. (He looks at Henry) Really makes you a bit frustrated, doesn't it, hmm…? Don't you want to just strangle me? Go on~ make a scene at this delightful little party… Maggot.

Henry: ………

Gangrel: No? (He grins) Aww, have I cut open a sore spot? (He cackles) You know, you should really wear something that shows those abhorrent scars on your body once in a while so everyone knows how disgusting you are~ why do you need to hide it? Don't you already hate yourself? (He glances Braho) And you wouldn't want to keep any secrets from your little crush there…

Henry: (He turns away) I'm warning you, quit bugging me…! (He grips his fist tightly and shakes) Leave me alone…! Can't you see that nobody wants you here?! Now GO!! (His eyes turn black and red)

Gangrel: (He licks his lips) Eeeeheehee...! Are you angry? Let that consume you...

Galanus: H-henry-- calm down… it's okay! (He grips his shoulder gently)

Gokudera: (He grips Gangrel's shirt roughly) Hey, buddy… You're not welcome here. (He grins) And you're pretty outmatched.

Gangrel: Ugh… R-really. (He gasps as Boo approaches angrily) W-w-well… (He looks around in a panic as Cross's spiders crawl from the ceiling) Urp--!! P-p-perhaps I'll visit you another time, maggot! Ciao~ (He takes out his spellbook and disappears)

Gokudera: (He growls as Gangrel disappears) The fuck? Coward… Next time I see him I'll beat him into a pulp. (He growls and turns to Boo) So he sent the thief, too. He must really want to die, huh babe? Tch…

Angel: (He raises his brow) …… /Gokudera is acting extremely violent… urr… That's really unsettling…/

Henry: (He approaches Gokudera and Boo and looks down) I-I'm sorry… It's my fault he came here…

Gokudera: Hm? Nah. Gangrel's just a piece of trash. Do me a favor, though, alright? Next time you see him, let us know… (He grins)

Henry: …

Kenji: (He sighs and pats Henry’s back) Look, don’t take Gangrel seriously, kid...

Henry: (He flinches as Kenji pats him) …?! ……M-mm… (He walks outside)

Kenji: @_@ Er-- Did I do something wrong?

Galanus: (He sighs) No no, you didn't. I’ll go after him ^^’

Tomo: Ugh… Gangrel >:c He’s such an idiot. Hmph and anyway, he’s not so tough! (He folds his arms)

Galanus: (He walks outside and over to Henry) :c (He sits down next to him) Henry, are you okay?

Henry: … (He turns away from Galanus) I didn't want you to know about that…

Galanus: Huh? …You mean the stuff about Mariam? That doesn’t matter to me okay? ^^’ All I care about is how you’re feeling.

Henry: … (He smiles) …I’ll get over it! I just hate… remembering it. That’s why I don’t talk to you about it.

Galanus: I know. And you don’t have to ^^ Gangrel is just awful. He shouldn't have done that. But you could beat him pretty badly, you know? @_@'

Henry: I know… (He turns away) I only didn't 'cause I didn't want to keep ruining everything and breaking stuff. I'm really trying to make friends, like you said.

Galanus: (He sighs) I see. :c

Henry: I think I'm gonna go home…

Galanus: Eh? Are you sure? x.x Well, if that's what you want to do o^o I'm going to stay here for a little longer, though.

Henry: Galanus… do you think… he hates me now, too?

Galanus: Huh…? Do you mean Braho? No, I don’t think so :3 He’s your friend, right?

Henry: (He blinks) But I feel different with him.

Galanus: (He giggles) Oh yeah, you totally like him, right? I can tell right away xD

Henry: (He blushes) …What does that mean, anyway?

Galanus: Hrmm… I’m not sure how to explain it ^^’ Well, if you like someone, you… uhh… wellll… you love them a lot! And it’s like, you don’t feel like that for anyone else. And uhh… you wanna be with them forever? I guess that’s how you’d say it o.o

Henry: (He rests his head on his knees) Yeah… That’s how I feel! (He smiles) He’s really warm and nice. And I like it when he holds me. Also, he smells good. He’s really confident too. And–

Galanus: I get it already xD You really like him, don’t you?

Henry: Mm-hm… He makes my stomach hurt… I don’t get it… (He giggles) …But it is nice! I feel a little better somehow. (He smiles) I feel like I've met him before…

Galanus: Hmm, really? o.o Maybe you have :3 There were a lot of people at our old high school.

Henry: (He thinks) Mmm, maybe…?

Galanus: Ah, wait a minute!! That's right :O I didn't go to high school with you until you were in your senior year, but I do remember him! A little bit! He was in a lot of your classes :3

Henry: (He tilts his head) Huhhh…? Was he?

Galanus: I'm pretty sure o.o

Henry: (He thinks for a moment and hums) …Oh! I remember now. He would always sit next to me no matter what for some reason! Nyahaha! No wonder he smells so familiar.

Galanus: Ahh, I see :3 He probably doesn't recognize you now that your hair is shorter. Er, come to think of it, you acted way differently too @.@' You were always really quiet in high school, even with me. Did you ever talk to him?

Henry: Nope… Well, he did compliment my sweater that one time. The one with the cat on it. Ehehehe!! (He chuckles) I can't remember if we ever talked any more than that though!… And I never got the chance to talk to him either! He was always surrounded by girls telling him how handsome he is!

Galanus: Haha, oh that's right =w=' Well, I'm glad you guys met again.

Henry: (He smiles) Me too!… Hmm…

Galanus: Is something wrong? o.o

Henry: (He looks down) I just… don’t want him to hate me…

Galanus: (He frowns) Is that what you’re so worried about? (He turns as Braho approaches) Oh! Hello ^^' Err, well, see ya at home Henry! Byebye! (He runs inside)

Henry: (He turns around to Braho and stands up) Oh-- uhh… Hiya!… (He flinches as Braho pats him and holds his shoulder) Uh…?! I'm not going back inside… (He looks away from him) You don't have to keep looking after me, Braho… I'm going home, so I won't cause any more trouble. (He squirms) Stop touching m-- (He shakes his head and blushes) N-no, I didn't mean that… (He hugs Braho quickly then releases him and smiles) ...Well, I'm leaving! ...By the way, I'm glad you don't hate me even though you saw that! I know how gross it was… (He turns away) I'm sorry you had to see it.

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Honoka: (She scoots over to Cosmos) U-umm… So hey! :D (She turns to him and blushes) Ya know, the cherry sakura are in season now! Have you ever seen them before? They're sooooo cool! We should go and see them! (She smiles brightly) Oooh, and they serve takoyaki near the cherry sakura trees in my town! Erm-- well maybe you wouldn't want to eat takoyaki ^^' Ehehehe.

Kotori: (She smiles and eats the pie) Honoka-chan, you used to be afraid of cherry sakura when you were little ^v^ You thought the floating petals would get in your mouth.

Honoka: (She blushes) Wha-- I'm not anymore though! D///:

???: (She walks along the sidewalk with ??? and peeks in the window of the bakery) ...? H-Honoka-chan! (She squishes her face on the window and gasps) H-H-Honoka chan! Kotori chan! ;O; (She waves)

???: Hm? Nya!! (She squishes her face on the window next to ???) Kayo-chin what's wrong? :3 (She looks into the bakery and squeals) Honoka-chan and Kotori-chaaan!! (She waves)

Honoka: (She looks up at sees ??? and ???) Hanayo-chan and Rin-chan?! (She stands up and runs outside) Hey, you guys!! ^O^

Rin: (She tackles Honoka) NYA!!!~

Honoka: OW ow ow Rin-chan!

Kotori: (She walks outside and over to them) You guys ^v^ What are you doing here?

Hanayo: (She smiles) I-I'm going to Gohan-ya with Rin-chan! We're going to get golden rice, and-- (She peeks inside of the bakery) ... A-a-are you having pie?! @///@

Honoka: (She smiles) Yeah, it's the pie I made with my mom! Do you wanna come in and have some, Hanayo-chan?

Hanayo: (She nods) Y-y-yes!!! (She drools and wipes her mouth) Please!

Rin: (She pouts and wraps her arms around Hanayo) But Kayo-chin, aren't we gonna get rice?

Hanayo: (She blushes) R-Rin-chan >/////< Umm, umm... pie or rice? Pie or rice? (She thinks) Ohhh, I can't choose! S-someone help mee...

Rin: Let's get rice! Rice! (She snuggles Hanayo) Rin wants riiice!

Hanayo: (She hugs Rin) O-okay... Rice @///@

Rin: Nyaaaaa!!!! (She kisses Hanayo's cheek) ^//w//^

Kotori: (She giggles) Well, have fun you two ^^ We'll see you tomorrow!

Honoka: (She smiles) Byebye you love birds! :D

Hanayo: B-bye! (She waves and walks off with Rin)

Kotori: (She walks back inside with Honoka and sighs) I didn't expect to see them walking around. I'm glad they're finally together though u///u

Honoka: I know!! It was so obvious, those two ^//^ Hehehe!!

Kotori: Well, we had better get going Honoka-chan :3 We have a big day tomorrow.

Honoka: (She facepalms) Oh, that's right!! I totally forgot we're making costumes tomorrow >M<

Kotori: H-how could you forget...? ^^'

Honoka: (She starts to approach Cosmos but stops as he approaches) Oh!! (She smiles) I was just about to go over there ^///^; Haha! ... (She plays with her hands) ...... O-okay, so I have an idea!! (She takes out a notepad from her school bag and a pen and writes on it) Here ya go! (She hands him the page with a phone number) This is my cell phone number! We need to go and see the cherry sakura together sometime! You're gonna love it!

Kotori: (She blinks) ovo

Honoka: (She smiles at Cosmos) Just let me know when you can make it, okay? (She blushes as he agrees) Yess!! (She hugs him) I can't wait! (She releases him then waves) Byebye! I'll see you later Cosmos!

Kotori: (She walks out with Honoka and covers her mouth) Hee hee hee... ^v^ Honoka-chan?

Honoka: What? (She smiles and walks with Kotori) O///u///O

Kotori: I think you like him too ^v^ Hehe!

Honoka: (She covers her face) Maybe! >////< (She sighs and folds her arms) ... He's really handsome! And nice! And he said those things about ME!! (She blushes) I-I don't know! Kotori help me!! x///x

Kotori: Well I'm not an expert on this at all either, but maybe you two should hang out more! ^^

Honoka: Hmm... Yeah! (She smiles) Yeah, we should hang out more! Good plan! >:///3

Kotori: (She giggles) Aww x3

Ryou: (He blinks and looks up at Stephan) Y-you will?! Okay! W-well, we can go now… I left the stove on, so… @//@

Naoki: (He nuzzles Jessica as she holds him) Mew :3

Sans: Heheh.

Naoki: (He hops down onto Sans and licks him) :3

Sans: Er-- hey, little guy. (He pets Naoki)

Ryou: Um-- Naoki! We're gonna leave now…

Naoki: (He hops down and them climbs onto Ryou's back and purrs)

Dirk: Oh, you leaving already, Ryou? Well, it was nice seeing ya.

Dave: Yeah, you'd better come back and hang out with us again, kidd'o. (He smiles) Let us know if you're having any ball games.

Ryou: (He nods) Y-yes! I'll see you soon! (He walks over to Nick and hugs him) Bye Nick!… H-huh? (He tilts his head as Nick talks quietly to him) … U-umm… about Stephan…?

Dave: (He clears his throat) Look, Ryou… Are you gonna hang out with him all alone?

Ryou: (He smiles and blushes) W-we're going… to my house! I made dinner! I-is there something wrong…?

Dave: Uh, it's just… What we're trying to say is….  (He clicks his tongue and talks quietly) Dude, you're really naïve sometimes. Keep a baseball bat handy. Ya know what I'm saying?

Ryou: (He blinks) Huh…? No…?

Dave: (He sighs) All we're saying is be careful. Because he's not exactly a good guy.

Ryou: (He looks down) W-well… I kinda know that… I-I just… want to try and understand him! (He smiles)

Dave: Hmmm… (He shakes his head) Well, alright, I guess. See you, kidd'o. Take care of yourself.

Ryou: I-I will! (He smiles and walks back over to Stephan)

Dave: (He holds Nick's shoulder and sighs) Man, if that kid changes him somehow, that'll be good for the both of us…

Ryou: (He walks outside on the sidewalk with Stephan) Um, m-my house isn't far from here! (He walks along a dirt path) Th-this way is a shortcut… I use this path when I go to school!

Naoki: (He hops down from Ryou's back and runs ahead)

Ryou: Huh…? (He looks ahead and sees Abe, Oki and Hanai in front of his house) A-aaaaaahhh-- @A@ (He grabs Stephan's hand and hides behind a tree with him)

Abe: (He looks down as Naoki approaches) Huh? Hey, it's his cat.

Naoki: (He hisses at Abe and nuzzles Hanai's leg) >.>

Abe: (He growls at Naoki) You little… What do you have against me?! Hah?!

Oki: Urr, Abe, don't get so riled up over a cat =w=;

Hanai: (He sighs) Man, where is he? (He rings the doorbell)

Abe: Uuuugh. If he's throwing extra pitches in the bullpen, I might have to kill him.

Hanai: Nah, there's no way he'd be doing that this late after a game ^^; He's probably asleep. You know how he is.

Abe: Ugh, what should we do, then?

Hanai: (He sighs) I guess we'll ask Nishihiro for help. He's smart, right?

Oki: (He facepalms) Aw man… We're gonna have to walk all the way to Nishihiro's?

Abe: (He starts walking with them in the other direction) Well maybe if you two had focused on your homework…

Hanai: Look who's talking Abe!! You aren't even halfway finished with yours!

Abe: At least I started on it!! =_=

Oki: You guys, stop fighting @_@ Urgh.

Ryou: (He peeks out as they walk off and sighs in relief) …… (He looks at Stephan as he questions) H-huh? W-well… Abe yells at me… a lot… b-but he means well. @A@ Um and also!! I-I just want to hang out with you right now! (He blushes) U-uhhhm… a-and I just didn't make enough for five people… @/////@ (He starts walking to the house with Stephan)

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45

Kouta: Espella is…? (He frowns) … Oh…! (He smiles and sits next to Xalvador) Let me see if I can find her… (He closes his eyes) …………? …? Um… … Oh my… (He opens his eyes and looks at Arthur and Xalvador) Well, she seems to be fine, but… she's now a human…? And she's with a few others, but I'm not quite sure who… (He places his hand on his cheek in thought) Ummm…

Rayth: (He zooms in through Kouta's window) Keheheh-- (He stops as Xalvador glares) Er-- (He grins and rubs the back of his head) I j-just came to see my er, dear buddy Kouta!! Kehehehehe x_x'''' (He hides behind Kouta)

Kouta: (He turns and looks at Rayth) Rayth…? (He stands up with Xalvador) It's nice for you to visit… (He smiles)

Rayth: (He floats normally) I swear I'm not gonna posses you again!! KEH heh-- (He clears his throat) Ahem… er, seriously. (He holds up Kouta's hand and pokes the ring on his hand and sniffs it) Kahaha!! Ooooh, pretty >:D This from your little boyfriend? Lemme see--

Kouta: No, bad Rayth… (He pokes his cheek gently) This is very important to me…

Rayth: WHAT?! Fiine, I wasn't gonna do anything with Mr. Big Dude right there anyway >.> (He folds his arms) Anyway, I just came to-- urgh… I don't know. Ask for… help??? (He rolls his eyes) I don't know… my ethereal powers kinda suck!!!! So help me!!

Kouta: (He gasps and smiles brightly) Oh…! You really want me to teach you…?

Rayth: Hey, I did not say teach >.> Keh… but yeah, I guess. You're the prince of the ethereals, so I guess I have to ask you!!

Kouta: (He holds Rayth's hands) Oh, Rayth, I'm so glad…! You actually want to learn…

Rayth: Get offaa meee =///=;; (He pulls his hands back) Look, I just wanna know the stuff you can do, like, how to put people to sleep and like, how to lift curses, and like-- catch stuff on fire!!! Yeah keheheheh >:D

Kouta: Well, you'll have to ask Gale about catching anything on fire… But sure…

Rayth: (He fist pumps) Yeeeee >:D So, can we start now??? Ehh??

Kouta: Well, not right now… (He giggles)  I'll let you know when…

Rayth: What?!!! >.> Kehhh… (He folds his arms) Hey, what are you guys doing anyway?

Kouta: Hmm…? Oh, that's right…! (He turns to Xalvador) Xalvador, I want to go with you… (He sighs) Um, please…?

Rayth: (He raises his eyebrow) Go where?

Kouta: Huh…? (He blinks) … I don't know, actually…

Rayth: Well, whatever it is, you don't even need to worry about Kouta >.> Keh! If you've ever seen his ethereal form, you'd know… (He rubs the back of his head) It's awesome!!! (He glares as Kouta smiles at him) You have 4 arms in that form okay?! Leave me alone =_= I want extra limbs.

Kouta: Well it's true, I am quite a bit more powerful in that form… But I am not completely myself… and I mean… Yasu is not evil or anything, but… he is… (He sighs) Um, strange… he doesn't say much…

Rayth: (He laughs) Kahahaha!! He really is weird!! xD

Kouta: But he is very powerful… If things do get out of hand, you really don't need to worry… and perhaps I could actually be of help… (He looks up at Xalvador) … (He sighs) The answer is still no, isn't it…?

Somnus: (He opens the door) Kouta. (He glares at both Arthur and Xalvador) Were my instructions unclear? I have ordered you to stay near the door when not assisting the prince. (He nods as they stand near the door)

Rayth: Kah!! Oh shit… @.@ (He quickly hides under Kouta's bed)

Kouta: (He rolls his eyes and looks away from Somnus) Father… What do you want…?

Somnus: (He glares down at Kouta) I will not have that tone thrown towards me, boy. What were you doing outside of the palace?

Rayth: (He gulps) x_____x''''

Kouta: I dunno… (He folds his arms)

Somnus: (He glares down at him) That is enough. This attitude ill suits a prince. Answer my question or you will be punished accordingly.

Kouta: … I just wanted to leave for a while…

Rayth: /Ugh… shit, what have I done?? Kehhhh x_x I'm sorry Kouta!!!!/

Somnus: …(He growls) Very well. If it happens again, I will not hesitate to punish you myself. That imbecile mother of yours has been holding me back on true discipline. Do you understand?

Kouta: (He looks down) ………

Somnus: (He grabs Kouta's arm) I said, do you understand me, boy?

Kouta: Ugh…! (He winces) Y-yes…

Rayth: (He glares at Somnus from under the bed) >:C /That shithead!!!/

Somnus: (He roughly releases him) Weak… I dread to think what will happen if this kingdom falls in your hands. You dress and act like you are some pathetic woman. (He grabs Kouta's hand and takes the ring from his finger) What is this? Where did you get this?

Kouta: (He gasps) W-wait, that's…!!

Somnus: Did you steal this? Do you intend to soil the reputation of my kingdom, boy?

Rayth: Oh, that's it!!! >:C (He zooms out from the bed) Hey, y-you--!!! (He clears his throat and glares at Somnus nervously) That's uh, m-mine! As a matter of fact! I'm just letting him borrow it! (He takes the ring from Somnus and carefully holds it) >.>;;; Th-thank ya very muchly!! K-keh!

Kouta: (He looks worriedly at Rayth) Rayth…?

Somnus: You little… (He glares angrily at Rayth) Who are you? What are you doing here? I should have you executed for entering this palace at all.

Rayth: I-I'm an ethereal! And I'm Kouta's friend!! And it's my fault he left the palace, for your information!!! So punish me!!!

Kouta: (He shakes his head) W-wait…

Somnus: (He continues glaring at Rayth) I do not care what happens to my disappointment of a son. I will not punish you now… but if you continue your intrusive actions further distracting me from my work, there will be grave consequences.

Rayth: Kah! You got it!! >_> /Asshole…/

Somnus: Hmph. (He turns away from them) I do not have time for this nonsense. But if I receive such an attitude again, you will not be let off so easily, little prince. Keep that in mind. We will work on that backwards femininity of yours later. It's disgusting. (He glares at Xalvador as he starts to speak) Silence. I did not give you permission to speak, did I? … (He glares at Xalvador then at Arthur) … (He walks out)

Kouta: (He looks down and bites his lip) … He is just the worst…!

Rayth: (He looks at Kouta and frowns) … (He sighs and puts the ring on Kouta's index finger) Kouta… er, I'm really, really… really sorry. (He looks down) This is all my fault… (He tears up)

Kouta: (He shakes his head) N-no, Rayth…! It's okay… It is not your fault at all… I receive this scorn quite often… (He hugs Rayth) Shhh…

Rayth: Keh-- ;~; It is too my fault!! I'm such an idiot!

Kouta: (He frowns) You are not… (He releases Rayth and wipes his eyes then holds his cheeks)

Rayth: … (He pouts) … Yes I am!! Why did I posses you anyway?! Cause I was bored?!!! Keh… I didn't even think about what would happen!!

Kouta: Rayth… (He sighs and hugs him) I should be thanking you… If it wasn't for you, then he would have taken this… (He fiddles with the ring sadly) I know it…

Rayth: …Can I make it up to you somehow? u_u;

Kouta: You don't need to… (He releases Rayth) It is only his fault… if he were a nice father, he would not say such mean things…

Rayth: I guess so… (He turns to Xalvador and jumps in surprise) Er!! Argh… Keh… I'll let you two talk v.v'' (He floats over to Arthur)

Kouta: (He looks up at Xalvador) I… I guess I don't really have a choice, then… I must stay here… (He sighs and looks down) You should really search for Espella… it seems like she's near the Eastern kingdom… (He blinks and holds his shoulder) Are you feeling okay…? Xalvador…

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Apollo: (He smiles) Haha… Well, no, she is not. (He sighs and strokes her cheek as she sleeps) I do indeed love her… She is quite the warrior. And she is… beautiful.

Chrissy: (She trots beside the carriage and neighs) /Yoo hoo!!~ We found you all! What are you doing dressed up like humans?!/

Blossom: (She lands next to Chrissy) /S-sorry! I'm late… Is it them, Chrissy? :O/

Apollo: (He looks out of the window) Sisters?! What are you two doing here? Are you all right?

Blossom: /Big brother!!!! P-prince Lance!! Espella and Francis! ;__;/ (She neighs and flaps her wings)

Chrissy: (She snuffles) /She was worried sick about you all. Hrmph… She even forced me to help look for you. How nice it must be to have psychic powers…/

Blossom: /If I didn't, we never could have found them…/ (She pouts)

Apollo: You know, we're quite far from the kingdom. Your masters are going to worry about you, too. I can already imagine what Sakurai's going to say to me… or, rather, cry.

Chrissy: /Hmph! We deserve a little break! I need my beauty sleep!… Hehehe! You know, Prince Lance, Blossom was sooooo worried about you~/

Blossom: /Oh-- shhhhh…! x////x Chrissy…!/

Chrissy: /Yes, that's right. The moment she sensed you were hurt, she came flying over to me screaming!/ (She neighs) /Hahahaha!! ^0^/

Blossom: /I did not… @////@ I-it's not important anyway… W-w-why… are you all… humans…? OnO/

Chrissy: /You all look fabulous! I always did admire human fashion./ (She looks at ???) /You there, are you a witch? This had to be your doing, right?/

Apollo: It was. But she does not seem to have any ill intent.

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Snake: Hm…? (He pets Tick) You've got some advanced inventions here, Steam… Can't say I'm surprised, though, by how smart you are. (He smirks)

F. Snake: (He rubs the back of his head) /Did I seriously call him “Steam” back then? That's… a weird thought./ (He smirks) Heh…

Snake: (He looks at F. Snake) So, what was that about earlier?

F. Snake: Hm?

Snake: … You were… talking.

F. Snake: Oh, earlier? (He clears his throat) Uh, that was nothing. Don't worry about it. (He looks at F. Steam) ...What?

Snake: Sure… Just forget I asked, I guess. By the way, here. (He hands the gun to F. Snake)

F. Snake: (He shakes his head) Keep it. You'll probably need it.

Snake: Oh… thanks? (He sets it against the wall) … Are you sure? I mean…

F. Snake: Yeah. (He chuckles) Maybe you'll be able to give it some enhancements.

Snake: I doubt it. … Hm? (He stands in front of Steam as someone bangs on the door)

F. Snake: Shit… (He readies his gun and cautiously opens the door) ...Gangrel?

Gangrel: (He grins) Snake, my boy. (He looks over at Snake, Steam, and F. Steam) My, having a good time? (He chuckles evilly)

F. Snake: Shut it. I remember you…

Gangrel: Calm down, future tightwad. (He grimaces) It's not you I need, anyway. It's your past self.

F. Snake: … Fine. (He turns to Snake)

Snake: (He walks over to Gangrel) …What do you want?

Gangrel: Uuuuugh, you're sooo uptight. You both are. It's nauseating, frankly. (He folds his arms) I only came to ask about a certain ghoul…

Snake: …

Gangrel: (He smirks) You wouldn't happen to know where that pesky little S rank ghoul is, would you? What was his name? Henry.

Snake: Right. No idea. You done here?

Gangrel: (He pouts) You are so cold!… No, I'm not done. Aren't you two friends?

Snake: (He rolls his eyes) Yeah… What about him?

Gangrel: He left my army not too long ago. And he killed my two best commanders with his ugly little kagune. Aversa and Walhart. In one hit. And then he ate them. Can you believe that? What a disgusting little maggot~

Snake: …? Is that so…

Gangrel: Mmmhmm. Which is why I intend to find him and-- (He growls) EVISCERATE him and crush that little brain of his… along with his brother. And his friends. And anyone he holds dear, basically. So, help me find him, Snake? Hmmmm?

Snake: (He sighs) … I'm not helping you. You should have known coming to me would be pointless.

Gangrel: (He groans) What a shame. You're the best at seeking people I wanna kill. (He glances at Steam) Is that someone you hold dear? Hmm…?

Snake: (He glares at Gangrel) …

Gangrel: (He smirks at Steam) Well, I'll remember his cute little face for later.

Snake: Lay one finger on him and you're dead… (He turns away) You should leave.

Gangrel: I'm dead, hmmm? (He chuckles evilly) Eeheeheeee…! I bid you farewell, then. Thanks for nothing, Snake~ (He waves and walks off)

Snake: (He shuts the door and sighs) … (He walks over to Steam) …He won't get near you. I'll make sure of that… alright?

F. Snake: Gangrel, huh…? He died years ago… You can probably guess how.

Snake: …Yeah. Henry's kagune is no joke. His regenerative abilities, either.

F. Snake: (He smirks) He would make quite the opponent. I wonder if I could find him and… (He looks at F. Steam) Huh? Er-- I wasn't being serious. Sorry. Heh…

Snake: (He looks at them) …? Well, neither of us would do well against him. Anyway… What are you two going to do?

F. Snake: We should probably get back to our time. Being here might mess things up a bit…

– –

Aradia: (She grins at Boo) Nice place you got here! I bet it'd be real tough to destroy! Nicely done. (She sips some tea)

Angel: (He smiles at Cross) This is only natural for birthdays, right? You deserve a rest. You work quite a lot, and… Hm…? (He turns towards the entrance) Crepsley is at the door.

Aradia: (She hears a knock) Oh?

Angel: He's with a troll. (He puts his hand on Cross's shoulder gently as she stands up to get the door) I've got it. (He smiles and opens the door) Crepsley? (He looks at Kankri) Er, please, come in.

Crepsley: Evening. (He walks in and turns to Noah) …

Kankri: (He walks in behind Crepsley) Good evening, you all. I hope you don't mind our intrusion.

Aradia: (She scowls as Kankri walks in) This motormouth. I think we ought to duct tape his mouth before he starts blabbering nonstop…

Crepsley: (He sighs as Noah stands up and bows) Noah, there is no need to bow and apologize as such… I understand. You are quite old enough to be exploring these lands yourself.

Angel: (He sits next to Cross) …? Crepsley is being… er… strangely less strict than usual.

Crepsley: (He glares down at Noah) You did disobey my rules, however. Your mother and I both would like you to inform us whenever you decide to run off like this. We were… (He sighs) quite… worried. Also, you're quite grounded. We are still allowed to do that, you know. You won't be having any human blood for a week.

Angel: (He chuckles) There it is.

Kankri: (He glances at Porrim) Porrim? I did not think I would be seeing you here. What are you doing here with Aradia and miss Polona-- (He gets squeezed by Porrim) Urgh!! Please stop! You are always doing this. I did not wriggle out of a puddle of slime yesterday. I am grown now.

Aradia: (She rubs her temples) I don't understand you people. Heh…

Crepsley: (He sighs) So, is there an event happening?

Aradia: It's Madam Cross's “birthday”! We're going to make it excellent. Hmm, maybe I should have brought a few corpses for a real corpse party. (She grins)

Kankri: (He clears his throat) Perhaps not, miss Megido. There are several things wrong with your “corpse parties”, and if you would allow me to pinpoint several reasons as to why (He continues talking)

Aradia: (She taps her finger on the table as Kankri talks) ……….

Gokudera: (He turns to Boo as she taps her foot) H-honey-- keep your cool… He'll stop talking in a minute ^^; Probably.

Kankri: (He gets interrupted by Porrim) Huh? Er, Porrim, I was not done--

Aradia: Well then! Madam Cross, how are you enjoying your special day? It is strange to think that you would celebrate the day you were “born”? Wriggling days for trolls are simply any other days. Birthdays are interesting.

– –

??? Sans: … (He walks over to Kasumi) Hey. Looks like the kid got the better of you, huh? (He shakes his head and closes his eyes as Kasumi growls) Listen, I'm not looking for a fight… I'm exhausted from chasing that kid around. Heheh… If they're here, that can only mean trouble. But you'd know that, wouldn't you? They've done somethin' to you already. Mind telling me? ……… (He shrugs) Nothing's wrong, huh? You sure about that, pal? (He freezes Kasumi in place) Whoa, calm down there, buddy. I'm just doing my job. You're gonna have to sit tight for a minute until this is solved. Leave it to me, I guess. (He sighs) Man, all this overtime is really wearing me down…

Andrew: (He appears with Water and holds the jar with Kasumi's soul) We're back… (He weakly sighs) Just in time, eh? ^^' Sans, is that you? We met earlier.

??? Sans: (He looks at Andrew) Huh? Oh, glad you guys showed up. Well, not the Sans from this timeline, but, y'know… I'm still myself, I guess.

Andrew: Right… Well, thanks for making sure Kasumi's body didn't do anything crazy. (He hands the jar with Kasumi's soul in it to Water) If you could, hon… Phew, I feel like an old man. =w=; (He watches as Water gives the soul to Kasumi) Ah! He's gaining his color back.

G. Sans: Hmmm… The kid took his soul, didn't they?

Andrew: (He approaches Kasumi and supports him) You okay? (He sighs in relief and smiles)

-- –

Rose: (She sits on the edge of the water and wrings water out of her shirt) You'll pay for this… (She blushes) No, not like that. You simpleton… (She smirks)

Dirk: (He nudges Albino) Nah, dude, she likes you already. (He talks lowly) All you gotta do is ask her out.

Rose: (She sighs and stands up) I need to change these… Creating a clothing spell would be no problem. Seth, I hope you don't mind if I look around, also. This place is quite amazing…

Dirk: (He smiles as Seth agrees) Yeah, and why don't you go with her, buddy? (He pats Albino's back)

Rose:  (She folds her arms) What? Why… (She looks up at Albino) Ugh… fine. Come on. (She walks off and waves for Albino to follow)

Dirk: … (He laughs as Albino stares at her butt) Those two are something else… Reminds me of how Dave and Nick act together. (He sighs) Anyway… (He holds Seth and sighs) This is nice, huh. (He looks up) …So… you're… really alright with an idiot like me? Forever? (He smiles at Seth's response) Heh… alright. Then I'm alright with you, too. (He blushes as Seth hugs him) … (He sighs happily) …

–

Sachi: (She smiles and silently moves the car around) ……… ^^ (She remembers something) ….! (She takes out her doll and gently hands it to Taichi) ……

Jade: (She gasps and grabs John roughly) Aww, John, looook ;~; They are so cute!

John: Oww, Jade, I can see that @_@ Heh heh. Yeah, they sure are :3

???: (He knocks on the door and walks in with ???) Pardon me for intruding… (He smirks at Masaaki) There you are, Masaaki. Happy to see me?… Hm? I couldn't hear you. Say it louder. (He chuckles smugly)

???: Dude, why do you love to make people uncomfortable? -.-

John: Errrr… o3o (He looks over at ???)

Jade: Urgh-- Hey, I know you! You're the one that's always… flirting!! Niles @.@

Niles: (He turns to Jade) Oh, it's you. Red-faced glasses girl.

Jade: I was only red 'cause you were saying that pervy stuff!!! Geez x//x;

John: (He blinks) Who are those guys? o.o

Jade: (She talks quietly) Well, I met Niles back when I was visiting Corrin… He's an assassin o.o I don't even know how to describe his personality… Besides that he's a huge sadist =w=;; And I think that's Keaton with him. He's a wolfskin o.o And he uh, collects garbage. And keeps them as treasures. Basically they're both weird o.o

John: Garbage? o_o;

Niles: By the way, I hope Seth doesn't mind, I've brought this mutt along…

Keaton: (He wags his tail) Are you kidding?! I can't wait to see that 'ole buddy of mine!! :D (He looks down as Taichi grabs his tail) Hm? Little buddy? You smell pretty strange. It's not a bad smell, though! (He grins)

John: Anyway, what are you guys doing here? o3o

Niles: Well, Keaton just wanted to visit his old friend Seth. And I just love to see Masaaki's cute little face turn beet red. (He smirks) It's a win-win, really…

Keaton: (He pats Masaaki's back) Er-- sorry about him. Hahaha! You okay? Need me to beat him up? =w='

Niles: I doubt that could happen.

Keaton: You wanna bet? -3-

Sachi: (She tugs on Keaton's shirt gently) ……?

Keaton: Hm? (He kneels down to Sachi and Taichi) What's up? (He smiles and wags his tail)

Sachi: (She points to Keaton's ears) ……? (She looks at Taichi)

Keaton: Eh? (He looks at Taichi) Oh, you're wondering if we're related, huh?

Sachi: (She nods) ……!

Keaton: (He grins) Heh, well, I don't think so! I can recognize someone from my clan by their smell. This little guy smells really different. I kinda like his smell :3

– –

Toriel: Oh my, a flower girl? (She smiles) At a wedding? That will be a fitting role for you, my cute child! (She holds Frisk) My, I was simply lost in your dance moves! You must teach this old lady sometime.

Gamzee: Aawww, shit, that little motherfucker can bust a move… (He gets his horns rubbed by Lady) Mmmmmmmm… :o) (He lies down)

Sans: (He blushes a deep blue and clears his throat as Jessica talks to him) Oh, you think so? Er… Heheh. (He looks at Frisk as she wiggles her eyebrows) ……… Heh. /Kid, help me out here… I'm blowing this…/

Toriel: Oh? (She looks as Frisk hops down from her lap) (She looks at Sans and Jessica and giggles) Oh! Heehee! (She smiles as Frisk walks over to them)

Kitty: (She takes a plate of food over to Showanna and smiles) Good job :3 You were all amazing!! (She looks over and sees Palutena) Eh? Wow, is that Lady Palutena? :O Here?! Er… she looks worried o.o

Dave: (He looks over at Kitty) What's up?

Palutena: (She looks around worriedly) /Oh no… Where is it?! With all of these people around, this is so dangerous…!/ (She gasps as she sees Venus, Saturn and the others) /Ah! What are they doing here?!/

Kitty: (She frowns and eats a piece of sushi) Hmmm :c I hope everything is okay. (She sets the plate on the table)

???: (It crawls around near Venus and hisses) …… (It drools and lunges at her)

Palutena: Oh, no you don't--! (She warps in front of Venus and summons a barrier)

???: (It gets knocked back) ?!!!! (It hisses and drools) Grrrrrrr…

Toriel: (She gasps) Oh my…

Palutena: Chaos kin… (She glares at the chaos kin) I will not allow this any longer!!

girl 1: (She glances over at Palutena) o.o …….?

girls 2 & 3: (They laugh and dance)

girl 4: WoooOOoOo~ Hey, hey, when are they gonna come back?! I can't wait to see Nicky again!!! @///@ (She drinks alcohol)

girl 1: Hey, you guys?

girl 2: (She laughs loudly) XDD

girl 1: Er, you guys?? =w=' Look over there…

girl 2: Eh? (She looks over at Palutena) Isn't that, like, the goddess Palutena?? Or am I just totally drunk =.='

Palutena: (She bangs her staff on the ground and creates a loud bang and a ray of light)

everyone: O___O

chaos kin: (It hisses and writhes in pain on the ground)

Palutena: (She walks over to the chaos kin and sighs) … I'm not going to end your life, but… I will try my best to cure you of this disease the Beast has cursed you with. Your heart is not evil… you've been manipulated. You can be saved… (She gently picks up the chaos kin and warps it to her temple) ……… (She looks around at everyone staring at her and blushes) O////O Oh dear… What have I done…? ^///^'

Kitty: (She walks over to Palutena with Showanna) It's okay, Lady Palutena! I think we're all kind of grateful ^w^ That chaos kin could have really hurt a lot of people.

girl 3: For real… It's no wonder you protect our planet… (She laughs drunkly and burps) x.x Haha, oh god, I just burped so loud in front of the Goddess xD

girl 1: Holly, oh my god =n=

Palutena: (She chuckles) ^^' Oh, don't worry. (She sighs in relief as everyone stops staring) … Well, it is my job to protect everyone. And… (She looks around at the party) Wow… What is going on here, anyway? Now I'm quite glad I could escort the chaos kin away from here… there are so many people.

Kitty: There's a performance happening right now. :3 Showanna here is one of the performers! You should stay and take it easy for a minute ^.^

Palutena: T-take it easy…? Well… maybe… (She looks at Venus) Venus! I'm sorry, if I had been a second late, that chaos kin could have really hurt you… (She looks down) I should have taken care of it sooner. I feel a bit irresponsible as your guardian…

Coco: AYYYY!! (She runs over to them with Zieg, Jasper, and Minato and stops) O.O Lady Palutena?! Should I bow or something? x.x

Palutena: (She smiles) No need, please. You three are taguels, aren't you?

Coco: (She gasps and grabs Zieg) She knows who we are?? X.X

Zieg: Wow… It is quite humbling to be in the presence of a goddess.

Minato: (She gasps and smiles) Aaahh! Wooow!

Jasper: Ooooh, a goddess? She's kinda hot ;D (He floats over to Palutena) Hey, how do your god relationships work, huh?

Palutena: Er… Quite differently from yours, I'm afraid.

Coco: O__O (She grabs Jasper and throws him on the ground) You moron!!!!

Jasper: (He sits up and rubs his back) Oww! How dare you >:'C My hair is a mess now.

Coco: Pay no mind to him… Heh heh o.o (She looks over at Showanna and Kitty) Sh-Showanna! I'm a huge fan @///@

Kitty: (She giggles and nudges Showanna gently) You have fans? ^w^ Heeheehee!

Ricken: (He taps Toriel) Um, excuse me :O

Toriel: (She turns to Ricken) Oh, yes? Is there something wrong, young sir?

Ricken: Have you seen my sister, she's like, this tall… (He puts his hand a few inches over his head) And she has a ponytail, and she kinda looks like me, and… Uhhh…

Toriel: Hmm, I can't say that I have. I'm sorry… (She sees Sal walking with Malik) Oh! Would that be her?

Ricken: Huh? (She looks over at Sal) Yeah!! Thanks ma'am!! :O (He runs over to Sal)

Sal: (She gasps as Ricken runs over to her) Ricken?! What are you doing here?! You could fall over, or get hurt, or get kidnapped-- D:

Ricken: Urgh, you sound like mom!! I'm fine. In fact I used a spell to get here. See? I can be a sage now, right? x.x

Sal: (She sighs) Yeah, I know, I know… we'll see. So why are you here? o.o

Ricken: Well, mom just told me to check on you. So when are you gonna get home? And is that your boyfriend? (He looks at Malik) Oh, and also, how much food do I feed to Minerva? Is it five carrots? Four? Thr--

Sal: (She covers Ricken's mouth) Ahem… Minerva gets three carrots, four tenderloins and two apples. And be careful she doesn't bite your hand off, kay? ^^' I'll be home in a few hours. (She takes her hand from Ricken's mouth)

Ricken: (He sighs) Fiiiine… Wait, you didn't answer my other question o.o Is that your boyfriend?

Sal: (She blushes) Um, yes. :///3

Ricken: Wow, so you'll be like, my brother in law?! If you two get married?! Wow, awesome!! I saw you perform, so cool! :O

Sal: R-Ricken ^/////^''''' Go home now, okay?

Ricken: Oh, right. See ya later I guess o.o This place is loud anyway. (He takes out his tome and puts his hand on the page) Hey, watch, I can totally do it! (He summons sigils) See?!-- (He disappears)

Sal: (She sighs) =w=' He is too much sometimes… (She turns to Malik) Are you going back on stage soon? :3 (She blushes as he wraps his arm around her) Oh-- Hehe ^/////^

– –

Sully: (She sets Volt down and looks at her injuries) Urr-- hey! I've got just the thing for those… hang on. (She takes out a vulnerary) This'll sting a little bit, but it'll get rid of those scratches. Yeesh, those look like they hurt… (She gently picks her up) Let's get you somewhere so we can fix you up… (She looks at Volt) Hey… don't worry about it. We'll take you far away from here. (She grins) Right, Undyne?

Undyne: (She follows them) Heh! Ya think? Where should we take her then, O wise paladin?

Sully: (She sighs and walks out of the town) Look, if anything, she'd be safer with us shepherds… And she'd get to have some fun with us.

Undyne: Shepherds? What, are you a livestock herder? e.e

Sully: Heh! No. Prince Chrom's band of shepherds. We keep our lands safe from the risen and defend Ylisse with honor!

Undyne: Ylisse? Prince Chrom?? Sounds like nonsense to me.

Sully: I guess it would. We're from completely different worlds, after all… (She smiles at Volt) Sound good? I'm sure Chrom and Robin wouldn't mind an addition at all. I sure don't mind, if it's you. (She blushes) Hah! Well, anyway… Jasmine's just over here.

Undyne: (She looks at Sully) /Can you be any more obvious about this?? Sheesh!/

Jasmine: (She neighs and trots over as she sees them entering the woods)

Sully: (She sets Volt onto Jasmine's back and opens the vulnerary) Alright, this'll only take a sec. (She dabs some of the liquid onto a rag and carefully dabs it onto her knee) Here we go-- (She blinks as Volt winces) See? Feel better?

Undyne: …NGAAAHHH!! I'm so sick of this puppy lovey dovey crap! Man, I've got a kid to find!! FRISK!!!! (She stomps through the woods) KID!!! WHERE ARE YOU?!!

Sully: (She helps Volt down from Jasmine's back) Yo, Undyne, you wanna come with? There's plenty of room! Heheh!

Undyne: (She grins) Nah! I've got my own mission. If I can't find my friends, then I'm gonna go crazy. (She grumbles) ...Mmmgggghhh… FRIIIIISK!! ALPHYS!!!! PAPYRUS!!! YOU STUPID NERDS!! (She stomps off quickly) I'M GONNA FIND YOU!!!

Sully: (She shrugs) Well, I guess she knows what she's doing. (She grins at Volt) So, you're really alright to go? I mean, you don't wanna say goodbye to anyone…? I'm not sure how to get back here, after all…

???: (He leaps through a sigil with ??? and looks around) Hey! Anyone here?

???: (She waves at Sully) Sully!

Sully: OI!!! (She grins) YOU GUYS!! Chrom, Robin! Great timing!! How in Naga's name did you find your way here?!

Robin: Hey! (She runs over to Sully and Volt with Chrom) Miriel really came through for us… She came up with a way to summon us back and forth to you.

Sully: What-- Miriel did that? Man, sages are something else…

Chrom: (He sighs) I'm just glad we were sent to the right place. (He nods at Volt) You make a new friend while you were here?

Sully: Yeah! This is Volt. (She pats her back gently) You think we could have her in the shepherds, Chrom?

Chrom: (He smiles) Of course. That wouldn't be a problem. I am Prince Chrom of Ylisse. It's an honor to meet you, miss Volt.

Robin: Hmm… (She thinks and looks at Volt) … So, what sort of abilities do you have? I'm the tactician of the shepherds, by the way. Robin. (She smiles) Pleased to meet you.

Chrom: (He chuckles at Robin) Acting so formal, are you?

Robin: What?! Hah! You're one to talk, Mr. Prince =.= (She mimics him) “I am prince Chrom of Ylisse meh meh meh”…

Chrom: (He blushes) You…! (He ruffles her hair)

Robin: X/////X (She smooths her hair down) You're embarrassing me in front of--! (She laughs as he tickles her neck) Bahahaha-- stoooop-- I'll kill you!! x////D

Sully: (She nudges Volt and whispers to her) Oh yeah, those two are actually married. Excuse 'em if they act like old grandparents towards ya… (She chuckles)

– –

Kitty: (She blushes and laughs) Pfft-- oh okay! We can make some later >w< Now we're gonna make beef stew :3 (She hums and looks around) …Hmm ovo (She takes out a big pot and a few bowls) Let's see… (She takes the ingredients out of the fridge and sets them down) Is that everything…? (She gets snuggled by Showanna) Eeeee!! x//D Hehehe >///w///< (She hugs her) You always surprise me with those random snuggles @/////@ Well, let's get started, shall we? owo … Let's see, maybe you can help me cut these vegetables. (She giggles as Showanna starts trying to cut a carrot) Ehehe-- Oh, be careful! @w@ (She holds her hand gently) Here, this is the easiest way to cut them :3 (She places Showanna's hand correctly and gently holds her hands while cutting it) Try it like that :3 (She nods as Showanna cuts it) Yes, yes! ^w^ (She blinks as she hears the door open) Huh…? Huh? o.o

???: (She sighs and walks in) Katerina??? Are you home?

Kitty: (She gasps) Mama? @w@ What is she doing home early? Well, she really won't mind if you're here owo (She smiles up at Showanna) Aw, don't worry :3

???: (She walks into the kitchen and sees them) Ah? Showanna, too? (She smiles) Well, is nice to have someone help with dinner. Thank you, thank you. (She sets down her purse)

Kitty: (She starts to fill the big pot with water) Mama, you're really home early o^o What happened?

???: (She grumbles) Rrrrgh, that puta Randall stealing my work! And he is always flirting and calling me “Liliana-baby”-- hrrrng!! Pendejo… He should shut his mouth before I-- Hrrrgh… (She rolls up her sleeves and washes her hands then dries them and walks over to the cutting board next to Showanna) He will PAY!! (She takes a knife and starts cutting a celery stalk extremely quickly)

Kitty: Uh oh… o3e (She sets the pot on the stove and sighs and starts peeling a potato next to Showanna) Well, you can get it back :3 You always do.

Liliana: Ay, I do wish so… (She starts cutting a carrot quickly) Miss Showanna, how are you, mi novia? (She smiles and looks up at her) You seem to get taller each time I see you. Very pretty. (She continues cutting) So, when are you and Katerina going to marry?

Kitty: (She blushes) Mamaaa!!! @///////////@

Liliana: (She laughs) Hahaha! I mean, I no have any objections at all, no. So, whenever you want to get married, yes? You will get a nice house together, yes?

Kitty: Geez, mama @////@ (She rests her head on Showanna's shoulder) We have not even thought about it yet x///w///x

Liliana: That is fine, yes, take your time! (She laughs) :D

-- –

Ryou: (He avoids eye contact with Stephan) … @////////@

Sans: You're looking for someone like that, huh? (He puts his hands in his pockets) Heh, well, it's never easy…

???: (She breathes and runs over to Seth) Se-- Se-- Seth!! D:

Sans: (He turns to ???) Whoa, slow down there.

???: (She stops in front of Seth) Whew…! (She hands him a pie) I forgot to give this to you the last time I went over o.o My mom and I made so many :D (She turns to the others) … Oh o.o (She waves) Hi there ^o^

Sp. Dirk: (He waves) Honoka?

Honoka: Dirk, you're as creepy as ever! :D

Sp. Dirk: Wha-- well, a compliment's a compliment. Thanks.

Sans: Oh, you're Honoka? Wow, that's a surprise. Papyrus is all about you human idols… can't say I understand it. But hey, if it's what Papyrus is into, then I'm all for it.

Honoka: (She looks at Sans) O.O Woahh-- Is that a costume?! Kotori-chan, have you ever seen such a realistic costume?! (She looks around) Kotori-chan?

Sp. Dirk: I think she got left behind. (He laughs as Kotori runs over slowly)

Kotori: (She breathes heavily) Haa-- hoo-- Hooo-- Honoka-chan, wait for me @~@

Ryou: (He gasps and waves at Kotori) O-oneesan!!!

Kotori: Eh?! Ri-ri!! :O (She runs over to him) (She speaks in Japanese) “I'm sorry I couldn't come to your game, little bro :< I heard you won! Woow great job! ^o^”

Ryou: (He jumps excitedly) (He speaks in Japanese) “Thanks!! And it's okay… Anyway, I'm excited to see your group on stage next month, oneesan!!"

Kotori: (She giggles) “I'm excited to perform! ^v^ Oh yeah, I'm spending the rest of this week at Honoka's… Are you sure you wanna stay all alone at the house, Ri-ri?” ^^'

Ryou: (He nods) “I'll be okay! Really!”

Sp. Dirk: Whoa, hold on a minute… you two are siblings? Huh, I totally see that resemblance.

Kotori: (She turns to Dirk) Yes! Haha, I forgot-- we're not at home, so maybe we should speak in English ^o^'

Ryou: (He nods) Oh, right…!

Honoka: (She taps Kotori and points at Sans) Kotori-chan!! Meet… this guy! He's got an amazing costume!

Kotori: (She blinks and looks at Sans) Eh? o.o H-Honoka-chan, that doesn't look like a costume q.q

Sans: (He shrugs) Who said I was a costume? I'm just your average skeleton.

Honoka: Wow… wow!! :O (She looks at Cosmos) Hi :D What's your name? You look neato! (She smiles and holds out her hand) I'm Kousaka Honoka!

Kotori: (She giggles) Honoka-chan, you really like to make friends, as usual :3

Sp. Dirk: (He nudges Seth) Hey, looks like Cosmos is getting some attention. (He sighs and wraps his arm around Seth) Man, if I had a physical form, we'd be doing something else… At the house, you know… (He laughs at Seth's reaction) Just saying!

Ryou: (He approaches Stephan slowly) @/////@ Uh--  (He jumps as Stephan looks at him) @///////////////////@'' (He looks down) /I-I can do it!! Just ask him…!/ (He looks up at him) Um, Stephan… do you wanna… join me at my house sometime f-for dinner? x///////////x I-I mean, only if you want… Nobody's at home until Friday, s-so, I'll be making it… You can come… If you want to… I-I-I mean, even if you don't it's okay @//////////////@ We can… um… exchange… ph-ph… phone… numbers… and… (He looks away and blushes)

Naoki: (He meows and rubs his face against Ryou) :3 (He jumps into Ryou's arms)

Ryou: And… Naoki… (He holds Naoki) Th-this is Naoki o//v//o

Naoki: (He looks at Stephan and meows happily) :3

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Henry: (He looks at Braho) H-hmm? (He smiles) I'm just great! But they took my curse book AND my Goetia. And my cape. So what if it was a little bloody? (He pouts)

Galanus: (He sighs in relief) Maybe you'll like this new look, Henry ^^' Maybe you should keep it!

Henry: (He looks down at the outfit and chuckles) Well, it's not bad! Kinda itchy and tight, but…

Cecil: (He looks around) Omg! This place is huge~ (He sits on Carlos's lap) This is a nice break from my office.

Galanus: Yeah, it is huge… o.o (He looks around) Wow, I wouldn't mind visiting here sometimes :3 Plus, everyone's so courteous!

Kenji: Yeah, queen Boo knows how to run this place. Of course, I'm a little worried about her and queen Dana-sama's feud… To be honest, it's not even something I'd mess with. (He pets Miku's head) Well, while we're here, I wonder if I can somehow get a hold of Tomo…

Tomo: (He runs in and sniffs around) Ah!! They're close by!! (He turns from a hallway and grins at Kenji and Miku) MOM!!!! DAD!!!! 8D (He runs over and hugs them both)

Kenji: Speak of the devil--?! (He hugs Tomo with Miku and laughs) How did you find us? You little shit! You had us worried to death.

Tomo: (He smiles and holds up one of Miku's letters) It's not hard to track ya :3 And, er… I'm sorry. Lady Palutena's pretty busy lately. It feels good to help, though! Really! ^^'

Kenji: (He smirks) Er, really?

Tomo: Yep!! I'm serious x.x Anyway... (He smiles and hugs Miku) Haha, mom! I didn't get your letters until just today actually. Dark gave them to me. (He sighs and releases him) You know, you really don't have to worry about… uh, y'know. Your… thing that you have. It's okay, and we're here to help you! You know I love you no matter what, right?

Kenji: (He smiles) He is right. It does not matter what happened. We are here to support you, Miku… You don't need to fear disappointment from us.

Tomo: (He grins) Yeah!!

Galanus: Oh? Tomo?! :O (He runs over to him)

Tomo: Galanus, is that you? (He waves) Hey, what's up?

Galanus: I didn't think I'd see you again after high school :O You've been busy, huh?!

Tomo: Heheh! Yep! More than I'd like, actually… (He sighs) … Urgh… your older brother isn't around, is he?

Galanus: OwO' Actually, he's… (He points behind Tomo)

Henry: (He sneaks up behind Tomo and whispers in his ear) Who do we have here? (He giggles evilly)

Tomo: GAH!!! (He blushes and backs away quickly) Away, fiend!!! >://O Urgh… that was creepy! >.>

Henry: Nya ha ha ha! Your face is always priceless!

Tomo: Shuddup >:c Hmph… Leave me alone. I'm enjoying this precious moment with my family. And Galanus. You're ruining it.

Henry: Ehh? How so? I'm just here to say hello to my great friend after all these years~ (He giggles)

Tomo: I think we've greeted each other quite enough! (He folds his arms) And we are not great friends!

Galanus: ... ^^' (He sighs)

Henry: If you say so, Tomo. Well, I'm gonna sniff around this place for my stuff. Byebye! (He walks off)

Tomo: (He pulls on his hair) Ugh!!! I can't explain it, but he's so irritating! (He sighs) Galanus, you seem really patient with him. I guess that's brotherly love…

Galanus: It is @@ Well, that and if I don't take care of him, no one will… he's been through quite a lot though… I can't help but feel bad for him. You know, he's a ghoul o.o We're not related at all.

Tomo: A-a ghoul?!… Really? Well, I guess that makes sense. You two don't look anything alike… He looks er, Japanese, or something o.o So what… happened to him?

Galanus: Well… (He thinks for a moment) … Hmmm ^^' There's no easy way to say this, really. He was abandoned in the forest to die when he was little… Some ghouls from the 20th ward found him and took him in.

Tomo: Whaa…? Seriously?!

Galanus: Mm ^^; That's why he's no good at making friends, really…

Tomo: Well now I just feel bad. o.o But… why did his parents abandon him?

Galanus: Er… His parents were ghouls killed by ghoul investigators… Some human orphanage took him in without knowing he was a ghoul, and… he ended up killing two of the children and eating them. That's when they abandoned him to die in that forest… But not before the investigators, er… basically… made him undergo some pretty awful torture to test his regenerative abilities.

Tomo: (He gulps) Torture?

Galanus: (He looks down) He… doesn't like to talk about it. He tends to get kinda upset when I ask ^^; So I don't really know what happened. But apparently that happens all the time with ghouls who have such incredible regenerative abilities like his.

Tomo: Hm… I see. He seems pretty upbeat despite all that o.o' Really upbeat.

Galanus: Well, y'know… he's, er… special. (He clears his throat) But he really does love his friends! I mean, the ones he does have ^^;

Tomo: (He facepalms) Dammit x.x I feel like I'm too hard on him. But he did curse me. =n=

Galanus: Yeah, he does that a lot o.o He's taken quite an interest in dark magic… I've gotten my fair share ^^' It is kind of irritating.

Tomo: I see… (He rubs the back of his head) Man, where is that guy? Maybe I should talk to him…

Galanus: Uh, I hope he hasn't gotten into anything important o.e

Tomo: I'll go look for him, I guess. Be back in a minute… (He walks out then looks around and hears humming) …….Huh? (He knocks on a door) Henry?

Henry: (He shuts his curse book and smiles at Tomo) Hey-o! Ya need something?

Tomo: Yeah, Galanus is worried... But I guess you're not getting into trouble, huh? (He walks in and over to Henry) Hey, uh, Henry?

Henry: Yees? (He flips through another tome)

Tomo: Er-- was I being too hard on you? I feel kinda bad for being such a turd… I mean, that whole curse thing was years ago…

Henry: (He looks at Tomo) Hm…? (He puts down the tome) Aww, Tomo! You're just fine. I'm used to it, anyway.

Tomo: Yeah, I know, but!! (He rubs the back of his head) I guess I'm just… sorry.

Henry: Heehee! Why all of a sudden?

Tomo: =w=''' Ugh… I just… heard some things from Galanus. I don't wanna… make you feel like everyone in the world hates you. Cause I guess I don't? (He sighs) I mean, you're pretty annoying, but I don't totally hate you.

Henry: … Nyahaha! Well, that means a lot, I guess. (He grabs the other tome and walks out of the room with Tomo)

Tomo: (He walks down the hallway with Henry) … Say, Henry?

Henry: (He smiles) What?

Tomo: You… wouldn't eat me, right? x.x I mean, I'm not a human, so…

Henry: (He laughs) Nyahaha!!! Tomo, don't be silly. Your flesh would taste disgusting. Angel, jaguar, and seal, all mixed into one? No thanks!

Tomo: Well, that's… reassuring. I guess. =w='

Galanus: (He blinks as Henry walks over to them) Henry, how did you get that outfit? o.o

Henry: Hmm? (He smiles) Oh, this? You know, stuff and things…

Galanus: … Did you make a spell that can create clothes or something? So quickly? That's kind of amazing x.x

Henry: Nyahaha! I know, right? It's not what I expected it to be, but I kinda like it anyway… It reminds me of Nohr! (He twirls the feathery drapes hanging from the back)

Galanus: Nohr, huh? o.o We haven't been there in a while…

Mettaton: (He wheels out from the back room and stretches his arms) Oh yes! I feel great.

Galanus: Oh, Mettaton! You're a rectangle :3

Mettaton: Yes. I'm much more durable this way. But I do like being in my more photogenic body. (He wheels over to Cecil and Carlos) Well, you both look comfy.

Henry: (He walks over to Braho) Hey, you look lost in thought! What's the matter? Need anything? (He smiles) If you want someone dead, just ask me! I'll do it for you! (He looks up at Braho) Hm? You don't want anyone dead? Alright, then. Need anything besides that?

Galanus: (He looks over at them) /Hm…? Aww, Henry likes him/ :3

Henry: Eh, ehhh?… You're still thinking about spider lady? Sure, she's super pretty and she sounds cool!… I think? (He laughs weakly) Nyeheh… heh…… Well, let me know if you change your mind about wanting someone dead! Or if you need anything else! I'll be here for ya! (He waves to Braho then walks over to Galanus) …………

Galanus: ^.^ (He chuckles) Henry, you totally-- ^u^

Henry: (He cackles and blushes deeply) Nyaha-- D-don't even say it!! (He covers Galanus's mouth roughly) Nyahaha!! Say it and I'll eat you alive! (His mouth drips blood)

Galanus: (He laughs and takes Henry's hand away) Fine, fiiiine xwx Ew, wipe your mouth.

Henry: (He wipes the blood from his mouth) Ahem… (He nudges Galanus) Uh-- anyway, Galanus…  I'm kinda starving here~

Galanus: Y-you are?! Crap… J-just try to hold yourself back until we get home, okay? ^^''

Henry: You'd better keep me away from him… (He chuckles grimly and turns away from Braho)

Galanus: You wouldn't eat him, let's be honest… =w=

Henry: Are you sure?~ (He thinks for a moment) … (He groans) No, you're right… I wouldn't. Hehe. (He wipes the blood dripping from his mouth and blushes) He sure smells good, though.

Galanus: Well, maybe we'll run into Excellus… He's always following us, right? I wouldn't really care if you eat him ^.^'

Henry: Hmmm, maybe… but he's all skimpy and gross smelling~

Galanus: He'll have to do for now… That is, if he shows up.

Tomo: (He walks over to them) Hey! What's wrong? o.o

Henry: (He grins) Tomo! I changed my mind. Lemme take a bite out of you--

Galanus: (He smacks Henry's head) He's kidding @.@ Nothing's wrong. He just forgot to eat his dinner two nights in a row =3='

Henry: Not my fault~

Tomo: Oh, really? Well, there's a bunch of food in that kitchen… they really spoiled us here o.o

Henry: Ehh? That human food? It makes me wanna puke just from looking at it. Haha…

Galanus: Ghouls can't really eat human food. It tastes awful to them, and it's not really good for them either o.o

Tomo: Oh… I had no idea @.@; So you only eat human flesh, huh? (He shivers) Er, well, maybe you can ask one of the butlers if they can help.

Henry: Great idea! I'll eat one of the butlers! (He starts walking off) Thanks Tomo!

Tomo: (He grabs Henry's arm) H-hey wait! That's not what I meant at all D:

Henry: Aww man… Guess I'll just have to settle for you, then. Stand still. (He grabs Tomo)

Tomo: Ahhh!! D: W-waaait! You said you wouldn't eat me!!

Henry: (He bursts into laughter) Pfff-- Hahahahaha!!! (He releases Tomo) Just kidding! I'd rather eat my own arms! (He continues laughing) Nyehehehe! That look on your face is the best!!

Tomo: >:'''C You really scared me…

Galanus: ^^'''

Tomo: Anyway, what are you gonna do then? Eat some innocent bystander or something? o.e

Henry: Oh, no. I don't do that. I usually just eat corpses. …Hmm…? (He sniffs the air) I smell someone else here… Hehehe…

Galanus: Huh? Who? :O

Henry: Hmmm… (He sniffs the air) Could be Gangrel… maybe… Definitely a Plegian!

Galanus: What the heck would he be doing here? D:

Tomo: Gangrel?! >:O (He growls) He's the worst… His stupid monsters and his army are always attacking people >.>

Henry: (He drools and opens his black and red eyes) To hell with cursing him… I'll eat him alive… Where is he? Eh, ehh? I'll be back in a jiffy… (He walks off)

Galanus: Oh, shoot-- Henry, wait!!! Your kagune is gonna destroy the walls o.e Urgh. I dunno how queen Boo is gonna react to a ghoul in her palace @.@'' I really hope she doesn't mind… then again I'm sure she doesn't like Gangrel =w='

Tomo: Nobody likes him. o.o Not even queen Iris likes him. Wait, what's a kagune? o3o

Galanus: Eh? You don't know about kagunes? It's basically a ghoul's predatory weapon that grows from their backs… There are many different types. Henry's is… well… extremely big @.@ His kagune is supposed to be more of a defensive type, called koukaku. But he's so powerful that he can use it as an offensive type, too… Which is why I'm so worried =w=; He could seriously damage this building… (He hears a loud boom) O___O Um… That cannot be good.

Tomo: o.e''' Urgh… He better not get us in trouble with queen Boo. She's scary!!

Henry: (He breaks through the walls with his kagune and holds ??? with one of the prickly snake-like tentacles) Nyahahaha!!! Look who I found! It wasn't Gangrel at all. But he was sneaking around, trying to steal~ (He clicks his tongue)

Galanus: Ahhh!! Th-the walls D:

Kenji: What the--?!

Tomo: (He looks at Henry's kagune) What the heck…? It's huge X_X; How can he hold that on his back? He's so tiny compared to that…

???: (He struggles in the kagune's grip) Ugh-- I would rather die at the hands of some sorcerer than a disgusting ghoul!! A female bitch at that!

Henry: Oh…? (He moves ??? closer to his face and drools) What a coincidence! I'm a sorcerer, too, actually. Nyahaha! Kind of ironic, huh? (He smiles) Not a girl, by the way… You're so quick to judge~ AND you're rude! Geez~ I dunno if you're worthy of being eaten!

???: (He growls) Sh-shit…

Galanus: H-hey, put him down, Henry!! ^^'' And put away your kagune… please. I'm gonna have to sew your clothes back together, aren't I…? -n- And fix those walls…

Henry: … (He sighs and drops ??? onto the ground) If you say so, Galanus. (He retracts his kagune into his back)

???: (He kneels on the ground and coughs) You disgusting ghoul…

Kenji: (He walks over with Miku and looks down at ???) Why are you stealing from here? I don't think the queen would take kindly to you at all.

???: (He looks away) What's it to you…

Kenji: It looks like you're wearing Plegian thief robes. You must work under Gangrel, right?

???: Hmph. So? He promised me half of the take…

Henry: (He bursts into laughter) Pff-- hahahaha!! And you believe him?!

???: (He glares at Henry) Shut up…

Kenji: …Why do you thieve? Is there any reason?

???: (He looks at Kenji) Reason…? Heh! Do I need one? This is hundreds of thousands from these snobby royals we're talking about here, buddy. Imagine all the bitches and rum…

Kenji: (He facepalms) Urgh… Well, good thing I asked. So you don't have a reason, then…

Henry: (He raises his hand) Oooh!!… Ooh, Kenji! Kenji!! (He waves)

Kenji: Hm? What, Henry?

Henry: I wanna eat him! Can I? (He whines) Mmm, pleeease?! I'm soooo hungry… And he's sooo big~

???: (He backs away slowly) ……?!!!

Kenji: Errrr… Well, it's not up to me. You'll have to talk to the queen. (He grabs ??? as he tries to escape) Hold it. You're not off the hook just yet.

???: Ugh…

Galanus: (He holds his staff up and repairs the hole in the wall) … o.o (He pats the wall) Phew… good as new ^^; (He puts his staff away and walks over to them) Hey, what's wrong? Henry, you don't look so good D:

Henry: (He breathes heavily) Hnngg… I need flesh… Ehehehe!! Galanus, you're looking mighty tasty~!

Galanus: C-calm down @@' We'll find some. Sit over here o.o I'll see if I can find you some coffee for now.

Henry: (He sits down weakly and breathes heavily) … Am I gonna die? Nya ha ha… finally!

Galanus: (He walks over to a table with a coffee pot) You're not gonna die o.e Henry. Just be patient. We'll figure something out… (He pours the coffee into a cup and hands it to him) Here. Just for now, okay?

Henry: (He takes it and sighs) I never liked this stuff~ (He drinks it)

Tomo: Oh, ghouls can drink coffee? Why is that? o.o

Henry: Hehe, I dunno really!… But it doesn't taste that great.

Galanus: (He walks over to Kenji Miku and Cecil and talks quietly) Um, you guys? I'm a little worried @.@ If he doesn't eat flesh soon, he'll lose it… I mean, if he hasn't already o.o

Kenji: Yeah, I can tell… How much does he need?

Galanus: He only needs a bit to hold him over until we get home… somehow. But he usually eats an entire human for dinner. o.o He lives in the 20th ward, so they don't kill anyone, usually… they collect corpses from the suicide cliffs. He does go to the 23rd ward to eat criminals sometimes though =3='

Kenji: (He raises his brow) Criminals? Why?

Galanus: Er, well… because… =w= (He imitates Henry) “Criminals aren't THAT bad! Their flesh isn't, anyway! Nya ha ha!” (He sighs) =w='''''''''''''

Kenji: ………… That pun is a disgrace……. (He looks down)

Henry: (He looks over at Galanus) Heeey! You don't sound like me at all!

Cecil: Oh, he's a ghoul? Carlos, did you bring any human flesh? I forgot mine… Hmm.

???: Just let that disgusting ghoul starve… the world is better off without 'em…

Galanus: H-hey…! >:C That's mean. You shouldn't say that.

???: What was that, you brat?! (He lunges at Galanus)

Kenji: (He grabs ???'s arm roughly) I should advise you to control your temper. You're walking on thin ice as it is.

knight: (He walks in) I have been informed by one of the butlers that there is a thief? I have come to collect them and take them to the prison, as instructed by the queen.

Kenji: Er-- yeah. Here. (He takes ??? over to the knight)

???: (He grumbles) Dammit…

knight: Thank you. (He handcuffs ??? and grabs him) You will wait in the prison to be seen by the queen. She will decide what is to be done with you. (He walks out with ??? and shuts the door)

Henry: (He turns as the knight walks out with ???) Ahh! Waait! Don't put my dinner in prison!! (He whines) Awww… (He pouts and drinks the coffee) …

Tomo: @_@ (He pats Henry) Er, hang in there!!

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Sully: Whoa… (She stares at Volt) Uh… yeah… I-- uh…

Undyne: Eh? (She grins at Sully) /What's wrong? You like her, or something? Fuhuhuhu!/

Sully: /Wha-- er-- Uh, nah! I just-- think she's… pretty./ (She blushes and rubs the back of her head)

Undyne: (She cackles) Sure!!

Sully: (She slaps Undyne's back roughly and smiles at Volt) Name's Sully! The fish is Undyne.

Undyne: (She widens her eyes) The fish, huh?

Sully: Heh… (She grins and blushes as Volt giggles)

Undyne: (She rolls her eyes and walks over to Darling) Hey! Sorry if I rubbed you the wrong way earlier. Really. … I'm not the best at making… gah… friends, if you couldn't tell. (She grins) My bad!!… And on top of that, I'm really freaking confused as to how I got here. (She sighs)

Sully: (She sits down and talks with Volt) So, you're an element too? That's pretty damn awesome… I've never met any of you guys before. …… Huh? My armor? …It's cause I'm a paladin. Shit, that reminds me, how'd I get here? (She sighs) Well, I guess it doesn't matter now. Anyway…

???: (He looks over at Volt) Hmmm? Oh my, my, my… she is a beauty. Seems quite easy to manipulate… (He chuckles and walks over to Volt and Sully) Good day, my lady… Who might you be? (He smirks at Volt)

Sully: (She glares suspiciously at ???) Uh, I don't think it matters to you, pal.

???: (He chuckles at Sully) You have quite a mouth, don't you? Anyway, I am not speaking to you, brat. (He turns to Volt) My name is Vern.

Sully: Brat, huh? (She looks at Volt as she backs away then glares at Vern) Look, I don't think she's interested in you, old geezer. Get lost.

Vern: (He glares at Sully) You are really starting to get on my nerves. Are you looking for a fight, young lady? If I can even call you that.

Sully: (She facepalms) Ugh. Alright… (She picks up Vern by the collar of his shirt and lifts him up) Listen grandpa priss pants. Keep bothering her, and I'll knock you into next week.

Vern: (He clears his throat and raises his hands) …I give.

Undyne: (She looks over at Sully) Huh? (She grins and yells) WOOO!! YEAH!!! KICK HIS ASS, SULLY!!!

Sully: (She sets him down roughly) See ya.

Vern: (He brushes off his coat and quickly walks out)

Undyne: The hell?!! You let him get away!!!

Sully: (She sighs and sits down) What a dumbass. (She looks at Volt) Uh… are you okay? Wha-- are you crying?! Hey, hey! Uh-- (She reaches up to her cheek and wipes her tears) Err… uh… (She blushes and backs away) Sorry… Er, here… (She takes a handkerchief out of her pouch and hands it to her) You can keep that, actually. (She smiles)

Undyne: …? What the? … (She folds her arms and looks over at Sully) … (She looks at Gear) Didn't you just get electrocuted by her? What's the deal with that?

-- --

???: (He looks at Espella) /Espella-- I mean, my lady. Yes. I will see you off. Er-- If that is alright with you./ (He sighs) /I… am just a bit concerned. I have heard sir Xalvador talking about something dangerous./ (He blinks as Espella talks) /Oh… No, I do not doubt your strength, my lady, it is just--/ (He gets interrupted) /Ah… well… it is just because I do care about you. That is all./

Sakurai: Oh! Apollo, are you bothering sir Xalvador's horse again? ^^' Er, I hope he doesn't get mad at me. Well, anyway, here you go Ms Espella! (He takes out an apple from his bag and gives it to her) You must be hungry.

Apollo: (He turns and watches the other horses and sighs) ……

Trent: (He flies over to Lance) /Yo, sir Lance, Chrissy, Ulric, Ayleth, Merek, Blossom! What's up?!/ (He lands and trots around)

Chrissy: /Oh joy…/ (She flips her mane) /That goofball pegasus.../ (She whispers to Ulric) /He seems to be under sir Lance's training. I wonder how that is going. And anyway, Merek is as prickly as ever. The only one he trusts is prince Kouta. Hehehe./

Trent: (He runs around in circles and flaps his wings) /I'm getting stronger, Lance! Your training regimen is awesome!!/ (He stops and stands tall) /So, what's next?! I've finished the regimen, sir!/ (He listens closely to his order) …/YES SIR! Woohoo!/ (He neighs and flies off to the fields)

Chrissy: /My word, he's too loud. Ugh. But with that spirit, he will be a good knight's pegasus someday./

Blossom: (She shyly scrapes the ground with her hoof and looks over at Lance as she hides behind Chrissy) … (She sighs and flutters her wings)

Chrissy: (She looks at Blossom) /Hm? Blossom, dear, what's wrong? Where is your master Talia?/

Blossom: (She turns to Chrissy) /Oh! Um… She has to guard the halls./ (She looks down) /Oh… I can't do it. I can't even speak to him… There's no way…/

Chrissy: /Hmmm? You mean Sir Lance?/

Blossom: (She squeaks as Lance looks over and hides in her wings) /N-not so loud, Chrissy…!/

Chrissy: (She neighs) /Ahahaha! Oh sir Lance? Blossom here would like to talk to you~/

Blossom: (She squeaks) /Ah…! No… h-h-he's coming over here…/ (She peeks out from her wing and looks up at Lance) /Ummm… Hi./

Chrissy: (She trots off and giggles) /Hehehehe~ They're on their way~/

Eme: (She sighs and walks with Francis) /I know… You can't really blame me for worrying though…/ (She nuzzles Francis) /Hee hee, he will be a cutie, just like his father!/ (She giggles at Francis) /Hahahaha :3 Well… Please don't take too long. I really want you to be here for his birth…/ (She stops in front of a stable and turns to Francis) /Well then, take care… Please .m./ (She nuzzles Francis)

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???: (She walks down the hallway and hums)

???: (She stands tall as ??? walks past her) Lady Iris. (She bows slightly)

Iris: (She turns to ???) Good evening, Talia. How are you?

Talia: I am well, thank you very much, Milady.

Iris: (She smiles at Talia and walks over to Gale's door) Gale? (She knocks on Gale's door) Oh, Gale?

Gale: YEAH???? MOMMA, THAT YOU? :O

Iris: (She opens the door) Yes, it is. (She walks over to Gale) So, where did you find Kouta? I was worried half to death.

Gale: OHH, well, apparently Rayth went and possessed him. That jerk >:C It won't happen again probably. Well not on my watch anyway!!! >.>

Iris: (She sighs) Oh, I have spoken with that one. He is a mischievous little one. But quite a sweetheart, actually. (She giggles) Well, as long as Kouta is fine now… (She sighs in relief) I don't want to bother him while he is asleep. I know he hasn't slept in days.

Gale: Yeah! I was worried too… (He sighs)

Iris: Well, I am going to turn in. I will see you tomorrow, my little buggy. (She hugs Gale) Good night. (She snuggles Gale) My little pumpkin!

Gale: (He hugs Iris) Ugh mom!! You're so embarrassing me!! Good night!!!! @3@

Iris: (She laughs and releases Gale) Don't wake up late, okay? We have things to do tomorrow! (She smiles and walks out)

Gale: Kaaaaay!!! (He grins as Iris shuts the door)

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Kouta: (He smiles and blushes) Xalvador…! (He sits on the bed then pats the spot next to him) Sit right here, please… I want to give you something… (He scoots over to Xalvador as he sits down) Okay… are you ready…? (He gently holds his cheek and kisses his forehead) … (He backs away and smiles) Ehehe… I'm sorry if that surprised you… I just gave you a charm… I did want to charm an item of yours or something, but I feel like this would work better… (He looks at Xalvador) …Um… (He looks down) I… don't like it when you leave… I know I don't ever tell you that, but… when you go somewhere dangerous like this… (He tears up a bit then quickly wipes his eyes) I'm sorry… I really don't mean to cry like this…

Sabigara: (He hops on Kouta's lap and meows) >.> (He growls at Xalvador)

Kouta: (He sniffles) Wha…? Oh, Sabi, don't growl at him… (He gently pets Sabigara) It's okay…

Sabigara: (He rubs his face on Kouta) -n- (He meows and hops down from Kouta's lap) … (He walks out of the room)

Maru: (She meows and follows Sabigara) :3

Rudy: (He barks and runs into the room) :O (He pants and hops onto Kouta's bed and sniffs Xalvador) Arf!!!! :3 (He wags his tail)

Kouta: (He giggles) Rudy…

Rudy: (He tries to hop off of the bed and hesitates) @.@ Wuff…

Kouta: Here, here… You may hurt yourself, Rudy… (He gently picks up Rudy and sets him on the floor)

Rudy: (He pants and runs out of the room) :3 Woof!!!! (He runs after Maru and Sabigara)

Kouta: (He smiles as Rudy leaves) … (He looks up at Xalvador) …Well… If you need to get going, that's okay… I-I don't want to make you late or anything… (He cries and his tears spill onto the bed) Ah… (He wipes his eyes and sniffles) … I really am sorry… but… (He gently hugs Xalvador and softly pets his head) I… I just want to keep you safe, too… you're not only my knight… we're friends… We have been for as long as we've known each other… okay…? (He releases Xalvador and wipes his eyes) I know I'm being a bit selfish, but… I… I really don't want you to leave… (He holds his hands and looks at him) … (He smiles sadly as Xalvador removes his hands) I-it's okay… please don't feel like I'm ordering you to stay here… I only wanted to give you that charm just in case… (He wipes his eyes) Um… I'm fine… please don't let me disrupt you, okay…? I'm just very worried, that's all… (He sighs) Anyway… I guess sir Arthur is supposed to be here soon…

-- –

Kaide: (He holds Alonzo and looks at him) Wow… my brother… -w- (He pets Alonzo's head) Uhhhh mom he's drooling on me @w@ (He hands Alonzo to Carmelita) He totally just fell asleep.

Arrow: (He rubs Dark's belly)  Hmmm… Dark, are you feeling okay? Hope I didn't overdo it this time… (He chuckles) I'm sorry, babe.

Mei: (She runs in) Whoa! Hey, you guys!

Kaide: (He sits next to Carmelita and Dark) Mei? =w=

Mei: (She smiles and looks around at everyone) Ooooh! Everyone's here! (She waves to Carmelita) Hey, Cat! How are your babies? :D

Tomo: (He reads one of the letters from Miku and frowns) Urgh… mom…

Mei: (She sits next to Tomo) Hm? What's that? o.o

Tomo: Oh, hey, Mei!! (He hands her a letter) Uh, my mom's gone somewhere apparently… (He puts the letters down and holds his head) Urrrgh! This is bothering me!! x.x

Mei: (She reads the letter) Hmm… (She frowns) Well, you seem like you wanna look for him ^^' Maybe you should. (She hands him the letter)

Tomo: (He puts the letters in a pouch on his belt) I was just about to do that, actually! I've been away from home for too long anyway… (He stands up and waves to everyone) Bye, guys! Uh, maybe I'll see you later!! ^^'' (He looks at Gino) Uuuummmmm… (He runs over to him and hugs him tightly and whispers to him) Bye love you. x////////x Be careful please. (He kisses his nose and runs out quickly)

Arrow: (He watches as Tomo leaves then looks at Gino) So, you dating? (He chuckles) Heh! Don't look at me like that. One look at you two and it's obvious.

Mei: OwO (She turns to Gino) OOOOOOOH!!!

Kaide: It was obvious even to me =w= I totally saw those two making out.

Arrow: Oh really? (He smirks at Gino)

Kaide: Yeah -w-

– –

Andrew: Water!! (He hugs her and kisses her forehead) Whoa, look at you! Eh? (He takes the flower and drinks from it) …What's in that? You're right, I feel a little better. Heh heh! (He wipes his eyes) But seriously… you're a rare species, huh? (He hugs her) That's awesome honey ;~;

Panic: (He wipes his eyes and chuckles) It seems he's feeling the most moved. He must be very proud of her.

Andrew: (He sighs and releases Water) Wow… So, how do those feel anyway? Your wings. (He grins and wraps his arm around Kasumi)

Panic: Well, let's let them have their moments… (He smiles)

–

Billy: Huh? o3o (He turns to Wind and drops a pancake on the floor) AHH!! (He picks up the pancake) Nooo!! D8 You were perfect…… (He sadly throws it away) … (He jumps up and smiles at Wind) Hey, Windy-bro! What's up? 8D

Spencer: (He opens the kitchen door) Uuuugh, hey, uh Billy? Could you maybe be a little quieter? Just maybe? @.@ (He looks at Wind) Oh o.o Are you two making all of these pancakes? What for?

Billy: Oh! Sorry Spence!!!! And uh, I made… all of em actually? (He laughs nervously)

Spencer: What?! Why?! What are you gonna do with these?

Billy: … I dunno, man… I guess I got distracted and made too many? @3@

Spencer: Gee, wonder why… (He sighs) Well, you better figure out what to do with them e.e' Laters. (He walks back to his room)

Billy: Hmmm… I guess breakfast is over. Oh well! (He stuffs all of them into his mouth and swallows them) Problem solved! (He turns off the stove and floats over to Wind) … o//3//o … Oh yeah! He-heey, since you're gonna stay here for a while, let me show you your room! (He wraps his arms around Wind and zooms upstairs to his room) Heree we are! (He puts him down) Okay. So… let me show you around!! (He floats over to the bed and the tv) Bed's right here, aaand… (He floats to the other end of the room and holds a pot) And, like, these are my ashes or whatever. (He puts the pot down) Uhhhhh, it's pretty roomy in here, so do whatever you want! (He grins) Oh yeah, I died in this spot right here. (He zooms over to a spot in the middle of the floor) Juuust in case you wanna avoid that, er… so-soomething… (He laughs nervously) Eh heh… (He sighs) …Yeeah, those weren't the best times. But anyway!! (He zooms over to Wind and smiles) This room's all yours!

– –

Aradia: (She turns to Noah) What? Alternia. That is where I came from. (She folds her arms) … Of course, I used to be. My Alternia was destroyed. (She grins) That was some nice destruction! I cannot say it was good for my home, though. But I have no use for it now, anyway. (She flutters her wings) I cannot spend too much time here. Since I've been “alive”, I have been defending the session. (She looks at Noah staring at her) … What. Is there something wrong. (She looks at Porrim) … Oh. (She turns to Noah) It seems like your kind only has one quadrant. That… is weird. (She laughs) Well… I guess we can be “friends”. You know that term.

– –

John: (He looks at Aeolus) What?! Th-there's no way that could happen… not in the alpha timeline :O I mean, I've seen every major path the alpha timeline can take. That's definitely not one of them, so there's no need to worry… I mean… I do feel really bad for the other timeline that had to get that path. But there really isn't much we can do… (He sighs) Anyway, we've got to help them! It seems like Blackhole is a pretty dangerous guy… Let's go! (He takes Aeolus's hand and disappears)

– –

Riku: (He walks up to Reita) Reita-- (He sighs as Reita steps back) Please, come here… I only want to talk. (He smiles and sits next to him and holds him) Do you remember when your mother and I would hold you like this? You were very small. (He chuckles) You know… it's true. Being a ruler isn't easy. But you have all of the great qualities of a leader. (He pets Reita) And… you are our son. It does not matter if we aren't blood related. You will always be our Rei-Rei. Right? (He laughs as Reita complains at the nickname) Haha! I'm sorry. You know I love that nickname. (He looks at Reita) Anyway… you will not be alone if you're going to rule. You will have us to guide you. (He smiles and sighs) You know, I was the opposite of a lord once… And I'm afraid there is still a part of me that is wicked. But your mother has helped me through that. (He nods) …She loves you so much. And she truly cares for you… Just as your siblings and I do. (He pets Reita)

– –

Kitty: (She grins at Dave and then at Nick) Hmm ^w^

Dave: (He adjusts his shades) …

Rei: Eh? Ehh? Dave, you and Nicky?! I mean finally o.o (He looks around) Wait, where am I? I'm worried about Katsumi x.x Um, anyway… (He smiles and holds Nick's hands) Nick!! It's been a long time ;~;

Kitty: Oh! (She bows to Mealina) Hello! Wow, congratulations on your baby :3 He's so cute~

Dave: (He looks at Nick) ...Hm? (He slaps his butt) Hey, Nick, nice outfit. (He wraps his arm around him and blushes)

Rei: … It's amazing how you can do that so casually Dave x.x Well. It's not like Katsumi doesn't do that sometimes =///=

Dave: (He rubs Nick's arm) Well it's kinda hard not to. (He laughs at Nick's reaction) Hah! What?

Rei: (He looks at Dave and Nick and puts his hands together) ;;o;; Oh…

Dave: (He looks at Rei) Huh?

Rei: I was just… lamenting TTmTT I mean, I remember you guys in high school… (He wipes his eyes) I totally called it ;n;

Dave: (He laughs) Oh really?… Uh. Was it really that obvious?

Rei: Yes. o.o

Dave: (He thinks for a moment) … I guess you're right.

Kitty: (She gasps as Showanna links arms with her) Oh o.o … (She looks up at Showanna as she talks to Mealina) o///3///o; …

Dave: (He peeks over at Kitty and Showanna and nods)

Kitty: (She looks at Dave) o///e /What are you looking at Dave!!/

Dave: (He gives a thumbs up and nods) /She totally digs you./

Kitty: /Stop it x////w////x/ (She blinks as Showanna gets closer) Oh O////O Ehehe ^////^

– –

Dirk: (He appears on Blackhole's back and drives his sword into the back of his head) Yo. (He takes the sword out and grabs Seth then hops down) …… (He watches as Blackhole falls over and dissipates) …Huh. (He twirls the sword and puts it into the sheath) Well, I'm sure there are others, aren't there? Are they around here? (He gently sets down Seth and looks at his wound) Shit, are you okay??

Rose: (She walks in with everyone) We've found them. (She stops in front of Dirk Seth and Altair)

Jade: Hey!! Dirk!! Katsumi!! I mean-- Altair o.o And Seth!!

Mituna: (He screams and clings to Lydia) AA444UUUGH WH3R3 THE FUCK 4RE W3?!!?!??!

Eridan: Ugh! Wwill someone shut him the fuck up?!

Rose: (She flicks Eridan's head) You're the one that needs to shut it. (She turns to Dirk Seth and Altair) So, it looks like you've gotten rid of Blackhole? What now?

Dirk: Not sure. But there's bound to be more of him. It's just a matter of if they're around. If so, we're gonna have to get rid of 'em.

Rose: (She takes out her needles and spins them) Where.

Jade: Rose x.x I said I'm totally fine!!!

Dirk: (He laughs) Uh-- chill. We still don't know if they're here. But I don't doubt it.

Rose: (She puts the needles away) I see.

– –

Jake: (He turns to Yolanda) Oh… him? (He blushes) Erm-- well, he seems a bit busy. I-it's not an excuse! (He sighs) Um. I just don't know if a fellow like him would really want to, er, “hang out”? I dunno. I'm just being silly.

Palutena: (She notices Venus's outfit and blushes) Oh…

Viridi: (She nudges Palutena) Palutenaaa?? What're you lookin at there?

Palutena: (She looks away from Venus) Huh? What, Viridi?

Viridi: =w= Are you serious?

Palutena: What? ^^'''

Pyrrhon: (He chuckles) Hahahaha!!! Pyrrhon knows what this is all about!!!!! Don't you, Ammy?!! (He nudges Ammy)

Palutena: (She turns away) I have no idea what you're talking about.

Viridi: (She whispers to Palutena) Seriously, you've been crushing on Venus for centuries! (She pats her back and walks to the other room with her) Look, it's none of my business, but maybe you should, uhh, talk to her about it.

Palutena: (She blushes) What?! No!! I can't talk to her about this.

Viridi: Ughhh. Why not?! And anyway, why do you like her?

Palutena: (She sighs) …I'm protecting her. I'm protecting quite a few stars and planets, actually, but… I don't know. I… just love taking care of her. (She smiles and blushes) I love to spoil her. Hee hee! And she's adorable when she gets angry… she is by far my favorite. Well, her and Earth… Of course, I love Earth as if she were my own… And I love everyone that I guard, but… (She looks down) I don't know.

Viridi: … (She puts her hand on her hip) So you totally fell in love with Venus! So tell her!!! It's been a pretty long time ya know!!

Palutena: No! I can't do that. x/////x

Viridi: Why not!! e.e

Palutena: Viridi… you know I work in the temple, right? That's really where I spend all of my time. I'm constantly watching over these planets and tending to their needs, and defending them. If I'm not doing that, I'm forging the army's weapons, or something else… I… I just don't think we would be able to see each other. That is, if she even feels the same… that's another reason. I highly doubt it…

Viridi: (She glares at Palutena) =n= You're a chicken is what you are.

Palutena: (She looks down) I'm really not supposed to fall in love, you know… I was created so that I would guard, and then I would die after 100 millenium, and then be replaced by a new god. So I don't understand…

Viridi: (She laughs) Well, what'd you think would happen when you obtained your organic form?! Humans are full of emotions. I mean, I've even got them now.

Palutena: Oh… really?

Viridi: Uh, duh-doy. Take it from the expert. So, are you gonna tell her, or what?

Palutena: …No. I… I really can't.

Viridi: If you hold it in you'll just die!! >:C

Palutena: I don't think so. (She grabs her staff) I… I've spent enough time here, anyway. (She walks out of the room)

Viridi: (She folds her arms and walks out) Really?! Palutena, you're seriously leaving?!

Jake: (He turns to Palutena) Oh! Are you leaving, Lady Palutena?

Palutena: (She spins her staff) Yes. (She smiles) Well, I'll see you all--

Viridi: WAIT just a minute!! (She grabs Palutena and looks at Venus) Hey, you! Palutena's got something real important to tell you! Like, super important!!!

Palutena: (She grips her staff angrily and side-eyes Viridi)

Viridi: x.x Right, Palutena?!

Palutena: …… (She rests her staff and smiles) Yes, that's right, I do. (She walks over to Venus)

Viridi: o.o'''' …

Jake: Huh…? o3o

Palutena: (She pinches Venus's cheek gently) I wanted to tell you that outfit looks very cute. And I'll check up on you later, Venus. ^^ (She bangs her staff on the ground and disappears in a ray of light)

Viridi: =_= Are you. Kidding me!

Jake: What is it, Viridi? o.o

Viridi: =w= Ughh. Nothing. (She sits next to Ammy and Earth)

Pyrrhon: (He covers his mouth) Hmmmmmmggg!!! Must… keep… secret!!!!!!!

Jake: Anyhow, I do hope those fellows will be all right. I've never heard of such a beast.

Pyrrhon: (He uncovers his mouth) A beast he is!! But he won't get away with this. Pyrrhon trusts that star Katsumi! (He smirks) Heh, anyway! According to my super sensor, Blackhole is severely weakened, or even dead!

Viridi: Super sensor?? o.e But anyway, that's good, right?

Pyrrhon: It tells us that Katsumi is super strong and he's capable of kicking this guy's butt!!! (He laughs) Hahahahaaa!! Pyrrhon is feeling pumped!!! (He bursts into flames and catches the ceiling on fire) YEAAAHH!!

Jake: (He gasps) Ahhhh?? x.x

Viridi: (She slaps Pyrrhon) Cut it out!! (She shakes the fire off of her hand) Ugh, ew.

Pyrrhon: (He calms down) Blast!! Pyrrhon still can't control himself very well and he is sorry!!! (He snaps and stops the fire on the ceiling)

– –

Gamzee: (He glares at Kurloz) What the fuck is that motherfucker doing here… (He looks at Lady) Huh? Oooh, what's that? (He grins) Dang, girl, you're a motherfuckin artist… (He hugs Lady and snuggles her) Hehehehe…

???: (She looks around) Hmmm…

Gamzee: (He bends backwards and looks upside down at ???) Yo, what's up? :o)

???: (She gasps and sees Gamzee) Oh my. Well, hello. (She turns to Papyrus) Papyrus? Are you okay? I cannot find Frisk anywhere. I am becoming worried…

Gamzee: Hmm, where the fuck are all these interesting mothafuckas coming from…?

???: (She smiles as Lady approaches her) Hello! What is your name? … Lady? I am Toriel. How nice to meet such an elegant child!

Gamzee: Goat… (He looks at Toriel) Hmmm… (He blinks and stares into space) Goat…

Toriel: (She blinks at Gamzee then turns back to Lady) Ah, well, I've been wandering around here for a while… But I still do not know where I am. And I have also misplaced my dear child. I am quite a mess right now…

– –

Snake: (He looks at Steam) /Should I intervene…? Fuck it, it seems like the world is at stake here… and he is, too./ (He starts to load his gun)

F. Snake: (He appears and snaps ??? 2's neck) Sorry to keep you waiting. (He shoots ??? 2 in the head) … For good measure.

Snake: (He ducks down) …? (He looks at Steam then back at them)

F. Snake: (He holds F. Steam and sighs) Barnaby. (He wipes his tears) C'mon, we need to get you fixed up. … (He looks down as F. Steam hugs him tightly) … God… (He hugs him) I don't think you know how hard it was to find you… But I didn't rest. (He strokes his face) Let's get out of here if there's no one else I need to get rid of. …(He senses ??? trying to escape and shoots him in the head) That all?

Snake: (He looks down and blushes) /Hm… I guess… we're close in the future, too./

– –

???: (He appears next to Frisk and Mrs. Cunningham) Hey, found you, kid. (He pats Frisk's head and gets hugged by her) Heheh. You okay? That's a nice coat you got on. (He hugs her and looks at Mrs. Cunningham) Pleased to meet ya. I'm Sans.

small Temmie: (She pops out of Temmie's hair) hOI!!

Sans: (He looks at Frisk) Anyway, everyone's worried sick about you. Especially Papyrus. Heh heh.

???: (They float over and look at Frisk and Sans) Oh…… hey…….

Sans: Hey, Napstablook. You here, too?

Napstablook: Oh…….. I'm sorry…… I didn't mean to interrupt your heartwarming reunion……

Sans: Aw. Hey, don't worry about it.

Napstablook: (They smile at Frisk) Hey……. Frisk……….we should hang out sometime……. I had a really good time lying on the floor and feeling like garbage with you that one time…….

Haddock: (He paces around) Argh… arghhh.

Sans: (He notices Haddock) …?

Haddock: (He looks in surprise as Mrs. Cunningham approaches him) Ah! Oh dear. Well. I haven't prepared for this at all. Heh heh heh! (He sighs) Argh. I'm sorry. How did this happen, anyway?

Napstablook: Oh….

Sans: Huh. Wonder what the deal is with those two. (He chuckles as Frisk tugs on his jacket) What's that? You think they're gonna…

Napstablook: (They watch as Mrs. Cunningham and Haddock kiss) Ohhhhh my god…………. They look so happy………. I should just leave…… (They look at Frisk) What………? You don't want me to……….? Uhhh, I guess I won't then……… thanks Frisk………

– –

Snowy: (He runs around with Langster) /Hahaha! You're feeling better!/ :3

Calculus: (He points) Now then, I must retrieve the portal machine! Goodbye! (He quickly rushes off)

Tintin: Did you leave it at home, professor?!

Calculus: That's right, I did! Do not worry, Tintin!! I am going to get it! I know those Byrd brothers are snooping around, I just know it!

Tintin: Uh oh… You be careful!

Calculus: Oh, I will, I will! (He rushes off)

Tintin: I really do worry about that old fellow. (He sighs) Well, then, I suppose we have no choice but to stay here for a little longer. (He smiles at Brandon)

Snowy: (He wags his tail and barks) /Yes!!/ (He nuzzles Langster) /Looks like we can stay here!!/

– –

Ryou: (He watches as they walk away) ……Um… wa… Q/////////A/////////Q

Abe: (He walks out from the entrance with Izumi) Mihashi!

Ryou: Oh…!! (He turns to Abe)

Abe: Wha?! (He walks over to Ryou) What's wrong with you? Why are you crying?!

Izumi: Mihashi, did someone bully you again? Was it that jerk Haruna? We can kill him you know >.>

Ryou: N-n-no, it-- (He covers his mouth) I… a… mmh…

Abe: What is it?! JUST SAY IT!!! (He squeezes Ryou's head) IF YOU COVER YOUR MOUTH I CAN'T FRICKIN' UNDERSTAND YOU!!!!!

Ryou: Ahhhh…!!! (He covers his face) It's-- it's-- nothing!! I wasn't… TTmTT

Abe: (He releases Ryou) Oh, really? Why didn't you just say so then?

Izumi: Well he's crying now thanks to you, Abe =.=

Abe: (He looks at Izumi) What???

Ryou: (He looks down) I'm sorry…

Abe: Huh? You don't need to apologize. (He folds his arms) Anyway, let's all get home. We need as much rest as possible. God, I can't believe we still have practice tomorrow. Are you kidding…? We've got our award ceremony tomorrow too. Mihashi, you'll be dead by tomorrow evening.

Ryou: Um-- no I won't!! I can do it! I feel fine! (He exhales and blushes) x//////x

Izumi: You do? But you exceeded 100 pitches this week. You sure it's not just fever pitch like in your first year? e.e'

Ryou: … @/////@ I'm… okay…

Abe: I don't believe that, dude. Whenever you act like this, you get knocked out in a matter of hours. What you need is rest tomorrow. So do all of us, really.

Izumi: (He sighs) Yeah, but I don't think coach thinks so. I guess she thinks we need to do stuff right away… or something.

Abe: Yeah, but that's really not the case. (He looks at Ryou) Dude, are you okay? You've been staring off into space.

Ryou: (He remembers something) @///////@ (He stares into space) Hu… huh…??

Izumi: Oh. I think he's malfunctioning.

Abe: =__=''' Mihashi??

Izumi: It's no good. He can't hear us. (He smacks Ryou's head) Hey! Earth to Mihashi.

Ryou: (He turns to Izumi) Ah-- yeah…?

Izumi: Are you sure you're okay?

Ryou: (He looks down) Oh… yeah, I'm okay! I-I just… um…

???: (She runs over to them) RI-RIIIII!!!!!!!!!!!!! ;O; RI-RII!!

Naoe: (She runs over and hugs Ryou) RYOU!! Kachimashita ne?!!! NE?!! Uwaaaa!! ;~; (She squeezes Ryou)

Ryou: Okaa san?!?! OAO Hotaru mo!!! (He hugs Naoe)

Abe: (He plugs his ear) Jeez, Mihashi's loud with his family…

Izumi: (He snickers) Did she just call him Ri-ri…?! Seriously…?! (He covers his mouth and chuckles)

Hotaru: (She jumps up and hugs Ryou) Ri-ri-niisan sugoooi!!!! :O

Ryou: (He hugs Hotaru) Hotaru, anata ga koko ni?!!

Hotaru: (She releases him) Atarimae!!!!!! >:C

Naoe: Ahhh, girigiri, jissai ni ^v^' Oh! (She bows to Abe and Izumi) Hello, you two!

Abe: (He bows) Kon'nichiwa.

Izumi: (He bows) Oh, hajimemashite…

Naoe: Hee hee hee! So proper! Ah, well, I've got to drop Hotaru at her friend's house… then I've got to go to work… Ryou, you don't mind walking home, right? ^3^

Ryou: (He shakes his head) That's okay!!

Naoe: All right then, byebye! Take care of the house, Ryou. I'll see you on Friday. But… Ne? (She sighs) Anata ga mise ni shutoku suru houhou o shitte imasu ka? Chotto shinpaidesu…

Ryou: Un!! Ore wa daijoubu dayo!

Naoe: (She sighs) Ah, maa, yoidesu ^^' Well then… Congratulations, you boys! (She waves and walks off with Hotaru) Goodbye!

Hotaru: Byebye!!! (She waves to them) ^.^

Ryou: Thanks mom! Thanks Hotaru! Bye!! (He waves)

Izumi: Ri-ri.

Ryou: (He turns to Izumi) Wha… o-oh, you mean me? X//X

Abe: You're Ri-ri? e.e'

Izumi: Pahahahaha!!! Uh, sorry! That's just kind of funny. (He sighs) Anyway… (He sees Tajima and Mizutani walking) Hey, there they are. Ri-ri, you're walking home with Tajima and Mizutani, right?

Ryou: @//@ Yeah…

Abe: Oh, right. Ri-ri, go ahead and join them. We'll see you tomorrow.

Ryou: O-okaaay… um, bye @///@ (He walks over to Tajima and Mizutani)

Izumi: Huh. Guess that's what we'll call him now, huh?

Abe: Yep. I wonder if the rest of the team is gonna catch on.

Izumi: Hahahaha!

–

Ryou: (He stares blankly and walks with Tajima and Mizutani) ……………

Tajima: (He talks with Mizutani) Uuugh, I don't get that worksheet at all! Do you?!

Mizutani: Not at all… We need to have another study session D:

Tajima: Mihashi, do you-- (He turns to Ryou) Hm? Mihashi?

Ryou: Huh…? (He turns to them) oAo

Tajima: (He smiles) Hehehehehehe… hyahaha. Mihashi… could it be???

Ryou: Um… Wh-wh-what…? @///////@

Mizutani: What's happening? Eh? O.O

Tajima: (He whispers to Mizutani) Mihashi has a boyfriend!!!

Mizutani: EH?!! Mihashi!! Really?! Why didn't you tell me D:

Ryou: N-n-no I don't…! (He turns redder)

Tajima: Not yet? >:3

Ryou: …… (He looks down) U-uhmm… Maybe… I-I don't know… @//////@

Tajima: (He groans) Come on dude… I saw him touch your shoulder! And he was talking to you, and he was like “I wouldn't have missed it for the world”~ Right?! And he was all talkin about how he feels >:O

Ryou: (He freezes and blushes) O-ooh-- oh… X/////////////////////X

Mizutani: Oh-- Mihashi has a programming error o.o

Tajima: (He sighs) Jeeez. It's obvious how you two feel! Get his number! Ask him on a date! A date!!! >:U

Ryou: (He looks down) I… I can't… I'm gonna mess up… @/////@

Tajima: Well, duh. You think Mizutani's first date with his girlfriend Chiyo went well? =3=

Mizutani: (He blushes) H-hey! Don't tell Mihashi about that x///x I'll die.

Tajima: Hahaha, fine, fiine! (He grins at Ryou) Anyway dude, seriously! At least get his number!

Ryou: (He looks down) I'll try… maybe…

Tajima: Good! You better!!!

Ryou: (He sighs) /Yeah… I can try and talk to him more!! I feel like… maybe he needs more people to understand him… maybe we can go somewhere together!!! I wonder if he'd want to go somewhere with me, though… Uhm… I'm too scared to ask. Maybe I shouldn't be so scared to talk to him… I feel like I'm more scared of talking to him than I am of Abe or coach yelling at me… ehehe…/ (He blushes) /But that's okay… I guess that just means… I really… like him…?/

Tajima: Oh, that's right… (He pats Ryou's back) Hey, listen… you got the summer review work done yet?!!

Ryou: (He turns to Tajima) Ah… yeah! Do you… need help?

Tajima: Yessss!!!! Mihashi to the rescue!!! Man, you're so smart!! (He hugs Ryou) YESS! Thank you thank you THANK YOU!!

Mizutani: Yeah!! (He hugs Tajima and Ryou) We're saved!

Ryou: Oh… ovo (He pats Tajima and Mizutani) Uh… you're welcome!

Tajima: Hey. (He pats Ryou's back) Looks like this is your stop, buddy!

Ryou: (He turns and sees his house) Oh…! R-right!

Tajima: Are you sure you don't wanna stay with me and Mizutani tonight, dude? You're gonna be home alone until friday!! (He looks worriedly at Ryou)

Ryou: Um… I'll be okay!! @@' I'm supposed to watch the house, or I'll get in trouble…

Tajima: (He sighs) Really…? Well, if you say so. You better text me if something happens. Me and Mizutani got your back!! (He grins and ruffles Ryou's hair)

Mizutani: Yeah! We'll come right over ^^ (He pats Ryou)

Ryou: (He sighs in relief) Th-thanks you guys TvT;

Mizutani: Well, we'd better get going. Bye, Mihashi! (He waves)

Tajima: Yeah, see you tomorrow! (He waves and walks off with Mizutani) Say hi to your boyfriend for me! Hahahaha!!!

Ryou: .////////. (He waves and walks inside) …

–

(Hours later)

Ryou: (He walks outside and sighs) Yakan no sanpo… :> … (He starts walking along the sidewalk with a cat)

???: (He meows and follows Ryou)

Ryou: (He remembers something) Ah!! Chottomatte, Naoki… Wasureteta… (He turns around and bumps into Cosmos) Ah…!!! I-I-I'm really sorry…! (He looks up at him) Wha… whawhawhawha @A@ (He bows slightly) Um… Good… good afternoon… (He blinks and looks at him) U-uhm… Um… do you… live around here…? ovo'''''

Naoki: (He rubs his face on Cosmos) -w- Mrrr!!

–

Kitty: (She walks with Showanna and stops) Oh, well this is where my house is… (She turns to Showanna and holds her hands) I'll see you soon, okay? ^u^ (She looks up at her and sighs) Are you okay? o^o You always get so sad when I have to go home… Hey, why don't you stay at my house tonight? owo I only live with my mom… And umm, I guess she's out doing her busy mom stuff… she'll be gone until monday! So this is perfect ^.^ (She holds Showanna's hand and walks into the house with her) Just set your stuff on the table there :3 (She sets some bags on the table and walks over to the kitchen and stretches) Myaaa~ Time to cook dinner! Showanna, do you want to help? :3

–

Dave: (He rolls his eyes at Stephan and sits next to Nick and holds him) What I'm thinking is that restaurant you wanted to go to that one time. (He shrugs) Should be a good break. Anyway, let's get inside and plan this out. (He helps Nick up and unlocks the door and helps him inside) … (He turns to Stephan) Just so you know… If you hurt Ryou… I don't think anyone's gonna take that well. Especially Nick. I don't know if you've heard, but Ryou was bullied pretty damn badly in middle school. So… I think he's been put through enough shit. Nick's the one who helped him through all that, so you can probably tell why he's so defensive of him. But really, I have no idea why Ryou has a thing for you, of all the shitheads… (He adjusts his shades) Oh, and good luck trying to cooperate with Nick, by the way. (He smirks) I'm pretty sure he's gonna be running the show. Later. (He walks inside with Nick)

– --

Henry: Nyahahaha! This sounds fun~

Kenji: (He twirls his bow and shoots the kraken in the eyes with 4 arrows) … (He watches as it slows down) Heh! You're real tough, huh?

Henry: (He stumbles as the boat rocks) Whee hee hee! Mind if I finish it off?

Kenji: Hmph, no need. I--

Henry: What you need for this is a generous dose of dark magic! I can tell… it's got such a weak soul! Pff-- hahaha! What is it even doing here? Didn't think you'd run into a sorcerer, ehhh, old lady? (He flips through his curse book) Let's see here~ Mmmm, nope… nope…

Kenji: Hey, I just said I can take care of this! What are you doing, anyway?

Henry: Well, first I'm gonna need a human sacrifice, three bluebirds, some lamb's blood…

Kenji: (He facepalms) Stop screwing around. (He takes out an arrow) Just let me--

Henry: (He laughs) Just kidding! I've got your curse right here! (He summons giant sigils around the kraken and engulfs it in dark magic)

Kenji: Whoa-- those sigils are huge… (He steps back with Braho) Heh! Well, not bad. Kinda overkill, but…

Henry: (He waves as the kraken bleeds and sinks) Byebye! (He turns to Kenji) See? Maybe if you'd just let me at it in the first place, we wouldn't have had to go through all that!

Kenji: Shut it… Ugh, I hate to say it, but you are strong. You ever been in an army or something?

Henry: Sure I have. I was the head sorcerer of Gangrel's army. (He sighs and puts his curse book away) But that'll never happen again. Hee hee! Boy, if I ever see Gangrel again, I'll curse him so hard, he'll feel it in hell! My blood is boiling just thinking about him! (He grins) Oooooh-- hehehehe!

Kenji: o.e Uh-- (He clears his throat) Right, right, I know who Gangrel is… he's a pretty bad guy. I don't blame you for leaving his army. (He looks around) Anyway… Miku… Miku? (He gasps as Miku jumps out of the water and into his arms) Whoa!! Hey, hey! (He laughs) You okay? Looks like Henry got rid of that kraken.

Galanus: (He runs over to Henry) HENRY!!!!

Henry: Eh? What's up, Galanus?

Galanus: (He grabs Henry and pats his face) Are you hurt?!!

Henry: (He laughs) Nope! I'm a-okay! I can't say the same thing for that squid, though~

Galanus: (He sighs) Good… I fixed the ship! Hopefully we don't get attacked again… (He gets picked up by Mettaton) x.x

Mettaton: (He holds Galanus and looks around) Hmmm? Where did you say those two were?

Cecil: (He wraps his arm around Carlos) Well, I may have revealed a little. (He winks at Carlos) I mean, it's kind of hard to not talk about you, okay?

Mettaton: (He walks over to Cecil and Carlos) Oh, my, my… Is that who I think it is?

Cecil: Hm? Who? (He looks at Mettaton) Oh my GOD!!! You're Mettaton! I totally love your show! I mean, it's kind of hard to get a signal on it, but like, oh my god! Me and Carlos watch it all the time!

Mettaton: (He smirks) Oh, really? Well, I actually adore YOURS!

Cecil: (He gasps) Carlos, I think I'm going to faint.

Mettaton: Oh, Carlos, isn't it? Yes, I've heard soooo much about you, darling.

Cecil: (He grins sheepishly) … Do I really talk about him that much? Well, I can't help it… (He looks at Galanus) So, is that, like… your boyfriend?

Mettaton: (He sets Galanus down gently) Oh, not at all. We're perhaps the best friends ever though. (He squeezes Galanus's head) Right?!

Galanus: Owwww, hey D:

Mettaton: Oops. (He releases Galanus's head)

Henry: (He sniffs the air) Hmm…? …That rotten smell again. (He peeks over at Braho talking with Kenji and Miku) Hee hee hee hee…! Sorry~ (He sneaks over to the other side of the ship) … (He walks downstairs to the ship's hold and sniffs around) Mmm, rancid… This doesn't smell like a complete disappointment… (He opens a closet door and sees blood splattered and decapitated body parts) Pffff-- Nya ha ha ha! This is what I was looking for!

???: (He gasps as he sees Henry) Shit--

Henry: (He turns quickly) Yees? Who's there?

???: (He hides behind a pillar and sweats) /Oh god… what the fuck is that weird sorcerer doing here?!/

Henry: Come out, come out~ (He chuckles) Is that fear I smell?

???: (He holds his breath) … /Shit shit shit…/

Henry: (He appears beside ???) Found ya.

???: Ugh!!! (He tries to grab Henry)

Henry: (He stops ??? with dark magic) What's wrong? Eh? Excellus??? (He grins evilly) Didn't think I'd be seeing you any time soon. I would have prepared an extra special curse just for you! So, how's Gangrel?

Excellus: /Oh, god… if I respond the wrong way to this guy, I'm dead… I'm so dead…!/ (He laughs nervously) Uh-- Eh heh… heh… I… have not heard from him. (He gulps)

Henry: Oh, that's a shame. I was hoping he'd be dead or something.

Excellus: …… (He falls to his knees) Ugh-- Please spare me! Please. I… beg of you. I will not tell Gangrel of your whereabouts. (He bows to Henry) Please.

Henry: Ehhh, ehhhhhh?! (He cackles evilly) Puhahahahaha! Haha-- What's this?! Eh?? Weren't you calling me a pathetic maggot the last time we saw each other?

Excellus: That was… before I knew you could slay both Walhart and Aversa in one strike. I would like to apologize. You are more powerful than I could have ever imagined.

Henry: (He smiles) You've got a lot of nerve. (He releases the curse on Excellus) Well, whatever. Scram, would you? Your presence is making me nauseated. Hehehe. (He chuckles and walks back to the closet with the body in it)

Excellus: (He gulps) I-I-I'll take my leave. (He shakily fumbles with his magic tome and disappears)

Henry: (He inspects the body parts) Ehh? These are so lame… They're already rotting… but at least it's something! Heehee! I'll have to come back later and-- (He turns around and bumps into Braho) Mmh? Uh-oh! How'd you know I was here? (He smiles)

crow: (She flies off of Braho's shoulder and lands on Henry's head and caws)

Henry: Aww, come on… why'd you have to go and tell on me, Shelly?

Shelly: (She flaps her wings and nuzzles Henry's head)

Henry: (He sighs) Oh well. You caught me. But listen, I found another corpse, this time it was-- (He gets picked up by Braho and carried up to the deck) Eh, ehh? You don't wanna hear about it? Oh, fine…  (He slumps over Braho's shoulder) By the way, you stepped in a little blood.

Galanus: Oh!! (He runs over to them) Did you find him-- (He looks at Henry) Hey!! (He sighs in relief) I thought something awful happened to you! Stop wandering off like that >:0

Henry: My bad~ But get this… There's ANOTHER corpse!

Galanus: O-oh… really @.@

Henry: Yeah! I wonder who's leaving them all here?

Galanus: Um, I don't @.@ Let's just leave it alone. Anyway… (He turns to Braho) Thanks for watching Henry. I can take him if he's bothering you too much o.o

Henry: (He hops down from Braho's shoulder) Ehhh? Me, bothering? (He taps Braho's muscles) We're practically friends already!! Nyahaha!

Galanus: o.o … Ohhhhh… wow, really? You… don't hate him? :O

Henry: Heeey, what's with that look of disbelief?

Galanus: (He sighs) I'm so glad. Really… Well, if you want to hang out together, that's fine o.o I'll be over there.

Henry: Oookay! (He smiles)

Galanus: (He walks to the other side of the ship to Mettaton Cecil and Carlos) /Wow… Henry made a friend… I'm so proud of him ;~;/ (He sighs in relief) /But it is kinda weird that Henry hasn't cursed him yet. Or something… I wonder why o.o/

Henry: Hm? (He looks at Braho) Ehhh…? What's that look? You trying to flirt with me, or something? By flexing at me? (He cackles at his reaction) Pyahaha! Unfortunately, I have no soul. So you're gonna have to try a little harder. Sorry! (He giggles) Well, for some reason, I don't really wanna curse you. That's a start! Hahaha! (He pats his back and walks down to the ship's hold) Now if you'll excuse me…

Shelly: (She flies over to Henry and pecks at his hair) >:C

Henry: Shelly, what's the matter?

Shelly: (She caws loudly)

Henry: What? But I thought you'd love a good corpse.

Shelly: (She caws)

Henry: Oh, really?… Hmmmmm… Well, if you say so. (He walks back up to the deck) I don't get what you're so worried about~

Shelly: (She caws softly) -m-

Henry: That's something, coming from you!!! Nyahaha!

Shelly: (She pecks his head) =.=

– – – –

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Marth: Hm. (He watches as Snake and Steam run off) Well, am I to be done here? (He looks at Darling and Gear) ...Do you require assistance? Perhaps I should stay. I feel a negative energy...

???: (She falls in front of them) Oof!! Ow…ugh… damn it. Where am I?

Marth: (He looks down at ???) … Who are you?

???: Wha--?! (She stands up) Name's Sully…? (She points at Marth) Hey, you're--!! The prince?!

Marth: I was. But I am dead now.

Sully: Dead, huh? That sucks. (She looks around) So… where am I? (She looks at Darling and Gear) You guys… look... pretty cool. Heh! What's up? Who are you?

Marth: These are elements, if I am not mistaken. They are “robots” created by--

Sully: Yeah, yeah, you phantoms all talk the same... Say, you guys ever heard of Ylisse? I'm pretty lost. Some crap went down with Grima and… I guess we were all separated. Wonder where everyone else is...

horse: (She neighs and falls in front of them) !!!!

Sully: Whoa! Hey, Jasmine! (She helps up the horse) Hey, hey, easy!

Jasmine: (She snorts and kicks up dirt with her hooves) >.>'

Sully: Confused, huh? Same here. (She sighs) Geez… Well, don't worry. We'll find a way back, I guess.

Marth: ……

Sully: (She looks at Marth) What, you still here? Hey, go ahead back to wherever you came from. I got you covered. (She grins)

Marth: …...Hm… Very well. Do not hesitate to summon me. (He disappears)

Sully: Heh, those phantoms are weird. (She looks at Gear) Hey, what's with that look? I'm tough! But you guys can probably defend yourselves, huh? (She chuckles)

???: GRAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sully: What the?!

???: (She huffs and stomps over) …… WHERE…. (She looks around and looks at Sully, Darling, and Gear) ……Hey, what the-- (She looks around) ...Where am I?!

Sully: Hey, chill out, fish gal! Damn, your teeth…

???: (She grins) What was that, human?!!! Fuhuhu!!

Sully: Heh… Uh, nothing. Well, I'm lost, same as you. Name's Sully. Who are you?

???: ...Undyne??? I THINK?

Sully: (She scratches her head) Hey, yeah, wait… Is my name even Sully?

Jasmine: (She neighs and scoffs) -.-

Undyne: Grr… I hate being unsure! Where am I?!! (She grabs Darling and Gear and grins) Hey, you two!! What is this place?! (She releases them) Uh, I mean… Ahem… (She smiles) Hello! Can ya tell me where I am, strangers?

Sully: Uh.. Trying to lighten up, huh?

Undyne: Sh-shut up! So what if I am?! (She grins and widens her eyes)

Sully: (She shrugs)

Undyne: And anyway… you two… (She looks at Darling and Gear) You… are really cute robots…? owo

Sully: Oh, yeah?

Undyne: ...I mean, uh…

Sully: ….

Undyne: I'm tough!!! I love to eat rocks!!

Sully: (She puts her hands on her hips and chuckles)

Undyne: (She glares at Sully) What?!?!?! (She sighs and rubs the back of her head) Fine, let's try this again!!! Hey, I'm Undyne!! Nice to meet you! (She grins at Gear and Darling) So, what're your names?!

Sully: Yeah, I didn't catch yer names either.

Undyne: (She glances at them back and forth) ….Gear? Darling? You guys are ROBOTS?! GREAT!!! (She bangs her lance on the ground and grins) That's awesome!! (She glances at Darling) … (She looks away) …So, you got hobbies? Robot hobbies?!!

Sully: (She laughs) Man, you're not good at making impressions, eh?…

– –

Kaide: Woot woot fruit!!! =w= (He runs over to Gen and Pixie and hops) Fruit please! Pleaase…. (He sniffs the table) …. (He walks over to Light and Dim) Hey, uhh, are you guys okay from all that? -w- Hello? I'm down here. (He tugs on Light's shirt)

Tomo: That stupid donut in your nose? Heh heh! (He glances at Gino and blushes) Uhh, listen Gino. Magnus is some old guy that I barely know, okay? You're being such a jealous jennifer… sheesh. (He sighs) Well, it doesn't matter… (He jumps onto his back and grins) You looked pretty cool back there, huh?! (He laughs) >:3

Kaide: (He eats an apple) Hm? (He looks at Tomo and Gino) Those love birds, geez get a room =w=

Tomo: (He gasps as Gino grabs him and takes him outside) H-hey!! Not this again @////@''' (He grabs onto Gino's neck and nuzzles him) Put me down! Agh…

Kaide: (He eats the apple and nods) Hm…… ewe

Tomo: Hey, Gino! Ehehe… uh, seriously… can I talk to you about something? (He looks away and blushes as Gino puts him down) Uhh… how do I say this… (He folds his arms) Y-you know I really… like you, right? I mean, a lot… since we were… uh… kids? (He glances around) I mean… you know!! It was kind of obvious!!! I mean, even though you were always stronger than me… You know, I liked getting beat up by you!! It was awesome! And I still like getting beat up by you! (He looks at Gino) Wh-what? Is that weird? (He grins) But… mm? (He gets kissed by Gino and sighs) ……!! (He pulls back) H-hey!! Was that your tongue?! Gino!!! x///////x Ugh… (He kisses him again)

Kaide: (He peeks at them) Ooooh… Nice -w- … I want to kiss someone when I grow up… (He runs inside and looks around) … Hey, Navarre! (He runs over to him)

Navarre: …? What is the matter?

Kaide: Yo, what does kissing feel like? I need to know for… science =w=

Navarre: …… (He thinks) My apologies. I am dead, so I cannot remember sensation.

Kaide: But you have kissed someone!!!!! OwO

Navarre: I… believe I have? … But… you are 11. You are not considering doing that, are y--

Kaide: Ughhh you're not helping me -w-

Navarre: I am sorry.

Kaide: (He walks over to Skye and Dog) Hey you guys kiss all the time. What is it like? -w- Huh? (He pokes Skye and Dog)

– –

Kouta: (He frowns and looks at Xalvador) What…? Where…? Is it dangerous…?

Gale: (He runs behind them then jumps and hangs off of Xalvador’s back) WHAT???!!!! Don’t go!!! Kouta’s gonna bug me to take care of his plants with him since you can't!! Please stay!!! It’s so BORING!!!!!

Kouta: … But… if you really have to… don’t get hurt or anything… (He looks down)

Gale: NOO!!! DX

Kouta: But anyway…. you are treating me like a child, Xalvador… I’m 19… and I… I… um, wait. How did I get to that palace…? I can’t remember at all…

Gale: I remember you were acting super weird yesterday!! (He jumps down from Xalvador’s back) Right?!!!?!

Kouta: Um…? (He holds his head) Now that you mention it, I don’t remember what happened yesterday all that much…

Gale: Err, hey, what’s wrong with you bro? Your face is a little….purple!!!!

Kouta: Wha…? … (He chuckles) Ka… Kahaha!

Gale: Whoa whoa whoa, chill!!!!! ^^' Bro?!!

Kouta (???): (He jumps off of Espella’s back and scoffs) Hmph! That’s right! It’s me, the stupid little prince!

Gale: Whaaat?!!! Grrr!! Hang on… Rayth, are you up to no good again?!! Stop messing with my brother!! Get outta his body!!! >:0

Kouta (Rayth): I’ll possess whoever I want! Kahaha~

Gale: Ugh, you’re making him talk weird!! Gimme my brother back!!!! >:C

Kouta (Rayth): Nah, I don’t really feel like it! (He turns and looks as Xalvador glares) Hmm? (He imitates Kouta) You wouldn’t hurt me, right……?

Gale: (He growls) THAT DOES IT!!!! GET OUTTA THERE, YOU SCHEMING LITTLE–!!

Rayth: (He splits from Kouta’s body) KEHEHEH, oh alright, ya got me! I spread that lie, too! Pffft– don’t you think these people are gullible though?!! KAHAHAHA!

Kouta: (He holds his head) … Um, Rayth… I hope you know I would never…

Rayth: Huh? I know, I know! That’s what makes everything fun! PFFF– You, eating angels?! ANGELS?!! And cursing people?!!! (He cackles) KAHAHA!!!

Gale: Why would you spread that lie about my brother!! He didn’t do anything!!! He’s the nicest brother I know!!! He’s my only brother!!!! >:O

Kouta: Well, that’s just how Rayth is… he does this to everyone, really…

Rayth: I don’t need the goody two shoes prince to diss me! ……Fine, here ya go! (He snaps and causes a wave of light) Nobody remembers a thing! Nada!

Gale: Uh… Huh? Remembers what? @.@

Rayth: All better, ya happy?

Kouta: Yes… (He smiles)

Rayth: Yeah, well… good?! (He rubs the back of his head) Dammit, it’s hard to be evil at you! Stop smiling!! Stop being so nice!!! Be mean or something so I can prank you without feeling bad!!! Grrr!!

Kouta: Hmm… Well, I guess this is why I had no memory of how I got there… (He looks at Rayth) Now, don’t you think you should be getting home…?

Rayth: What?! But I didn’t get to mess with you enough!

Gale:  Yeah you did, you sneaky little snake!! >:O And you don't sound like him at all!!!

Rayth: KAHAHA! You mean– (He imitates Kouta’s voice) Ooh…… hello…………. my name is Kouta……………I'm sooo not in love with my totally hot and buff knight dude………. oooh and I love taking care of gross stupid animals…. especially ones I find on the street~…….

Gale: OwO; (He snorts and covers his mouth)

Kouta: (He blushes) R-Rayth…! You’re being so mean… (He frowns) And… my babies are not gross nor stupid…

Rayth: Huh? Uh– sorry… I didn’t mean to– I MEAN– e-err.. (He waves his ghost tail) KAA HAHA! I’m just fooling around!!!! IS what I meant…

Kouta: Now, why don’t you help the other ethereals…? You never come to our meetings… It would be nice to have you around at least once...

Rayth: HELP YOU GUYS?! With those half dead fields?!! Hah! I– ….(He looks at Kouta)

Kouta: (He blinks at Rayth) Please…?

Rayth: ……Rrrgh, fine! You stupid little-- er-- I’m outta here! (He spins the floating orbs surrounding him) So long suckas! (He disappears in a ray of light)

Gale: Grrr e.e

Kouta: Phew… (He pets Espella’s mane gently) Now, don’t get too distraught over that silly Rayth… He’s no real harm… (He smiles as Espella calms)

Gale: Hey can we go home?!!!!

Kouta: Yes, that would be great… (He holds onto Xalvador's arm gently and rubs his eyes) We should be… (He yawns) Umm... going home now… (He gasps as Xalvador puts him onto Espella's back) Oh…! Ehehe… Thank you… (He sighs and closes his eyes)

Gale: (He walks with them and huffs and talks to himself) I'm still mad about that poophead Rayth...!!! No one messes with my brother!!!! (He stomps) GRAH!!! >:C

???: Whoa! Halt there! (He points at them)

Kouta: (He opens his eyes and looks up at ???) Mmm…? Hello, there…

Gale: Yo, who's that?!!

???: What are you doing on these grounds, young lady and sirs! This is king Somnus's land! (He firmly bangs his lance on the ground)

Kouta: (He giggles) Umm…

???: And-- er… um... S-sir Xalvador, is that you?! A-and are you prince Kouta?! And the young sir Gale?!! (He bows) My greatest apologies!! I had no idea I was in the presence of the princes and I-- (He rambles and starts crying) Oh-- oh-- I really didn't mean to call you a young lady, milord. Y-you just sound very-- n-nevermind. I'm so sorry!! I am such a disgrace!!! (He bows and cries)

Kouta: Oh…! (He steps down from Espella's back and holds ???'s hands) No, no, you aren't… don't cry… please, I know it was a mistake… (He frowns) Are you alright…?

???: Um-- yes, I am. I am sorry. I was just told to look out for anyone coming anywhere near the castle. I'm sorry-- so sorry! (He cries)

Kouta: Oh, dear… (He reaches up and takes off ???'s helmet) You're very tall. You make a great knight… (He smiles and wipes ???'s tears) What is your name…?

???: (He sniffles) S-Sakurai Ooba, milord.

Kouta: (He hands Sakurai his helmet) Sakurai… That sounds very nice… (He smiles) Now, don't worry about some silly little mistake… I know you are used to hearing my father's sternness and scolding all the time... You don't need to worry around me, my dear...

Sakurai: (He sniffles and nods) ……. (He smiles) Thank you-- thank you so much, Milord!!! (He salutes)

Gale: Heh!! That's Kouta for ya!!!! He's so much like momma… heh heh.

Kouta: (He pats Sakurai's shoulders) Now, go get some rest and clean up, okay…? The night patrolmen will be here soon, I believe…

Sakurai: Yes sir-- Thank you, milord! (He salutes and briskly walks away)

Kouta: (He smiles and walks over to Xalvador) Hehe… (He looks up at Xalvador) I don't think you should talk to him about this, okay…? He is too hard on himself… he needs encouragement…

Gale: Hah!! Kouta, you're too soft on your knights!!! >:D

Kouta: (He sighs) I just don't like the way father treats them… Like they should be scolded or punished when they make a mistake… They do so much for us…

Gale: Yeah, I agree!! Dad needs to eff'in chill >:O Anyway, I'm beat!!!! (He yawns) =m=

Kouta: Mmm… (He hugs Gale softly) I'll see you tomorrow, Gale… Good night…

Gale: (He squeezes Kouta) Good night!! Seeya tomorrow! And don't worry, I'll totally help with your boring old plants! -w-

Kouta: (He smiles) All right...

Gale: (He runs to the other end of the castle and waves) BYE!!!

Kouta: (He waves weakly) … (He looks up at Xalvador) Hey, Xalvador…? When you're done at your barracks… Can you come to my room…? I just want to talk with you a little bit before you leave… okay? (He smiles)

– –

Gokudera: Heh… Yeah, I guess we shouldn't… (He helps Boo up) Look… I know you can get through this, alright? You're strong. (He hugs her and sighs then releases her) If I can't help at all, then… I'll just stay by you, Adena, and Dog. Always! (He grins) You know that. I don't care if you hurt me on accident. I know you don't mean it. You can't help it, right? So I don't blame you. (He smiles and lightly grabs her cheek) Alright?

–

Andrew: (He holds his head) Man… Kasumi… I feel pathetic here. (He laughs and clears his throat) Urgh. When this is all over, we gotta go somewhere together… just the three of us. If I survive. (He chuckles) Heh, hey, chill, I'm kidding! ^^' I'll be alright. (He sighs) What about Water…?… I hope she doesn't try anything crazy when she wakes up.

Panic: Knowing that child… (He smirks) Well, she will be alright. That little one is strong, isn't she? She will be even stronger when she wakes. (He holds Alice closely) Oh, my dear… Do not look so down.

Billy: (He floats outside and looks at Andrew) Whoa, my bro, you look ill!

Andrew: Uhh... thanks for noticing e.e'

Billy: (He floats over to Wind) Hmm, I'll have to see what Spencer says! He's like, the total boss of me. (He pats Wind's head) Don't worry, my dude! I won't let you be homeless! uvu (He wraps his arm around Wind's head)

Spencer: (He walks out) Hey guys! Uh so, I heard there's a lot of… um… stuff, going on?

Andrew: Heh… pretty much =u='

Panic: It's a bit difficult to explain to a human, isn't it? (He chuckles)

Spencer: Yup! Well anyway, anyone can stay here if they need to. I mean, I'm pretty sure my parents don't care. Jessica brings tigers in the house, so… (He shrugs) Uh, y'know.

Billy: Ooh!! (He holds Wind's arm) Yeah!! Hey windy-bro, you can stay here after all! You can stay in the Cobra's old room. It's still pretty sweet. I died in it! (He grins) Oh, but don't worry, I'm not in there anymore.

Spencer: Er, Billy?

Billy: Yeah? (He zooms over to Spencer)

Spencer: Uh… you're really okay with people staying here? ^^'

Billy: Of course! I mean, they don't seem like they wanna wreck the place. So it's cool, bro. (He folds his arms) And besides HE'S-- uh… (He looks at Wind watching him) Uh… (He smiles nervously)

Spencer: Huh?

Billy: (He blushes) Uhh, nevermind!! Hey, I'll go make some more pancakes!!! Want any, Spencer?! Okay, bye! (He zooms into the kitchen upstairs)

Spencer: Uh, actually, Billy-- ….he's gone. What was that about? (He looks at Wind and blinks) Wha? Ohhh… (He shrugs) /Well, whatever. As long as they're quiet down there. Man, I'm starting to lose it with this lack of sleep.../ (He yawns and walks inside)

– –

John: (He looks at Aeolus) What kind of person…? Uh… Haven't thought about it! Ehehe! (He blushes and shakes his head) Hey, um, let's uhh-- go check out the piano! Hopefully it's still standing!… (He rushes downstairs) Oh, here it… was. I guess the me of this timeline wrecked it, huh…? (He looks at Aeolus) Oh! Uh, sorry buddy, looks like the piano's done for… I used to love this thing... (He turns away from Aeolus then turns back) Hey! If you wanted to hang out with that really, uh… handsome show dog? Don't let me get in the way! I mean… I'm not your only friend after all ^^''' And it is really kinda... boring here. And… Uh…W-WATCH OUT!!! (He summons his hammer and destroys the falling ceiling about to hit Aeolus) W-we gotta get outta here!! Come on! (He grabs Aeolus's hand and runs outside) This place is gonna get destroyed… Ah, shoot!!! (He destroys the sink flying towards them with his hammer) I-I'll get us away from here! Plumbing is gonna fly everywhere! Geez, what was the me of this timeline thinking?! (He holds Aeolus's hand and disappears to a planet) Ah… here we are!

salamander: (It waddles over to John and licks him) Blep…

John: (He pats the salamander) Hello! Oh hey, Aeolus! This is my uh… planet that I made. It's lookin pretty good ever since I got those clouds to go away. It's called LOWAS!

salamander: (it licks Aeolus)

John: Hey, do not lick our guest, okay? :B

salamander: (it puts its tongue back in its mouth and stares at Aeolus)

John: Well, let's see what's going on here! ^^' (He walks around with Aeolus) Hmm, the oil rivers are looking good…

– –

Jui: Ah, I don't feel a thing… phew! -w-'' I'll try and hurry, Dana…These little ones are tough… not to mention we're having triplets x.x (She pushes) Okay…

Sal: Was… was that Lord Death? ^^' Ummm… (She blushes and looks at Malik) J-just a minute… I'll be back in a sec, okay? Hehe… (She strokes his cheek) Don't worry :3 (She grabs her staff and runs outside) Ricken? Ricken!!! :O

Ricken: Ugh-- Hey, I'm here already! What is it? o.e

Sal: Oh, sorry little bro ^^' Here, would you mind bringing my staff home? (She hands it to him)

Ricken: I was just on my way… (He takes it) So, are you a sage yet? Huh?!

Sal: (She sighs) No, not yet… You know I still need approval ^^'

Ricken: Right… Well… Soon, right?! Then you can teach me sage stuff!! :O

Sal: Sure… When you can actually handle a staff, okay? (She pats his head) Byebye!

Ricken: (He grumbles) >:C (He walks off)

Sal: (She runs back inside) Ah… Juri!!

Juri: (She breathes) Ah… haa… hi, Sal ^^' J-just one more! This sure is tiring… (She holds onto Hiro's tail)

Sal: (She walks over to Malik) Wow… Juri is tough :O

Juri: Th-there! Phew…

2 of the babies: (They cry in Dana's arms)

Juri: Oh…! 2 boys and a girl, is it? Oh my ;w; One of my boys is being so quiet…he is breathing? Good… (She holds the babies and sighs) Oh, my children… Hiro, look, look…

Sal: W-wow…! Those babies ;m;

Juri: (She sighs) Phew… You three were well worth it… Carrying you all those months… and the back pains… I'm so glad I went through all of that ;////; (She wipes her eyes on Hiro)

Sal: (She cries) Awww ;o;

– –

Dave: (He chuckles) Heh…! Damn it Nick… Like I didn't already know. (He looks at Evan on the floor) Uhh… yeah, just leave him there. He's not stupid enough to face me again, anyway. (He nods at Lerodon and Leroy) Thanks again. Heh. (He walks out with them) Yo?

Kitty: (She turns to Dave) Ah, hello Dave! How is… um, the you know who… vampire >:c

Dave: ...He's… not dead? (He rubs the back of his head) Can't say I didn't try, though.

Kitty: I see o.o

Rose: Hello, Dave.

Dave: Yo, Rose. Good to see you. Hey, Nick… Come here a sec. (He takes his arm and walks into his room with Nick then shuts the door) Uh-- sorry 'bout the mess. (He kicks Evan) … (He takes Evan and throws him out the window) So, uh, like I was saying… hey. (He strokes Nick's cheek)

Kitty: (She blinks) Oh, I think they're talking in there…! o.o (She holds onto Showanna)

Rose: Well, it's about time. Right?

Kitty: (She sighs) I'm just glad Nick isn't crying anymore ^^' I started crying too q^q (She sighs and wipes her eyes)

Rose: …….(She whispers to Albino) /So, what now, funny guy? Are we just going to stumble upon Katsumi? We're going to have to tell Dirk if we can't find him. ...What? Oh, for crying out loud…/ (She walks into Dirk's room) Hello, Dirk.

Dirk: Yo, Rose?

Rose: (She clears her throat) We need you to come with us. (She pinches Albino's ear) /Stop worrying, dummy. I know what to do./

Dirk: Sure thing. Where to?

Rose: (She glances at Albino) …/But you are right… We'll look for Katsumi. It would be better to have them both./ (She turns to Dirk) We have a bit of a situation.

Dirk: Alright. I got you guys. Don't worry.

Rose: We need to get going, however. Immediately. Hopefully this will not take long.

Dirk: Sure, sure, no prob. Uh-- I gotta let Seth know. Just a sec.

Rose: All right. (She walks out with Albino and Dirk)

Dirk: (He calls to Seth) Yo, babe… come here for a minute.

Rose: (She taps her foot) ……

Dirk: (He talks lowly with Seth) ……

Rose: (She looks at Albino) What? (She pinches his cheek) Are you looking at something?

– –

Mituna: (He holds onto Lydia) I D0NT W4NNA CHANG MY CL0TH35!! TH3Y'R3 P3RFECT

Cronus: (He chuckles) Sure they are.

Mituna: I M34N IT!!!!!!

Cronus: Fine, fiine. (He rubs Lydia's back) Hey, don't vworry 'bout it, swveetheart. Vwe're glad you'wve accepted us. Some people on this planet hate us. Ya knovw?

Mituna: Y3AH I GOT K1CK3D ON5CE R3MEMBER CR0NU5??

Cronus: (He chuckles) Heh… Uh, no?

Mituna: 0H YE4H… W3LL ANYWAY2 LYD1A YEAH WE CAN GO BACK TO 0UR PL4NET UHH R1GHT?

Cronus: Not that vwe'd vwant to, but… Yeah. We can go back any time.

Mituna: Y3AH I HAT3 THAT PLACE!!! W3'RE D3AD 4NYWAY. WHY WOULD W3 WA2TE 0UR AFT3RLIFE IN TH4T 2HITTY DUMP??

Cronus: Yeah, that's true.

– –

Zieg: (He looks at Vedal) She's… talking to someone? ...Umm, is she okay…?

Coco: Yeah! Homegirl Vedal is a reaper! She can do all sorts of stuff >:3 Cool~

???: (She knocks on the door and cries) Ahh! Ah ;~; (She covers her head from the rain) T-tasukete?

Coco: Huh?? Hey, that sounds like Minato o.o Nah it can't be. Miss Cleo, do you think we should answer it?

???: (She sniffles) Uh-- uhh-- (She cries) T~T

Coco: (She watches as Cleo opens the door) Huh? Well I'll be!! It is Minato :O She's drenched. When did it start raining @.@

Minato: (She pants and wipes her eyes) G-gomen nasai… Ano ne… Totsuzen ame ga furihajimeta… (She cries and bows to Cleo) ;;~;;

Coco: Yo, Minato, still crying over everything, I see? =w=

Zieg: Wow, she is very… tall ^^' Is she going to be able to fit in here?

Minato: (She sniffles and wipes her eyes and looks over at Coco) Huh…? ...(She smiles brightly) Coco-chan!!!

Coco: x.x Oh boy…

Minato: Coco-chan!! (She waves) Hello! What are you doing here? A coincidence!!

Coco: Eheheh… (She whispers to Zieg) /Look, I know she's really cute and tan and tall but don't be decieved!!!! e.e'''/ (She looks at Minato) Err, heeey Minato! Yeah what a coincidence!

Zieg: Huh?

Minato: Yes!! Wow! ^u^ (She waves) Coco-chan! Are you okay? Do you need anything?

Coco: Urrgh e.e'

Zieg: She seems like a very nice person. What is the problem? o.o

Coco: (She whispers to Zieg) /I helped her with something once… and she won't stop returning the favor!! It's annoying!! Ugh, but I can't say that to her… ya know? @.@/

Minato: (She smiles and looks at Cleo) Oh, wow…! We are the same height! It is so nice to see someone as tall as me! :3 (She wipes her eyes) Um, oh, good day, my name is Minato Ooba! (She bows to Cleo)

???: (He appears and floats above them and looks at Cleo and Minato) Damn, a bunch of babes in here... B)

Coco: (She jumps back) Agh!! Jasper what the heck x.x

Jasper: Chill~ I'm just here to… say hello?

Zieg: You! Shoo! You aren't allowed here >.> I don't believe that.

Jasper: (He rolls his eyes) Oh come on. And don't talk that way to your elder brother.

Zieg: Ugh, by 3 minutes! >:c You do not deserve respect, Jasper.

Jasper: Hmp. (He looks at Vedal) That babe alright? Need cpr...? ;o

Equius: ...Who… is this mongrel. (He hisses and blocks Vedal with his arm)

Coco: Our stupid sibling… Don't worry about it Equius, really o.e (She grabs Jasper's neck) Get out of here or I'm gonna tell miss Cleo or Equius to take care of you x.x

Jasper: I'm not causing any harm, am I? ^^

Coco: No, but you've sure got an attitude buddy =.='

Jasper: (He peeks at Ridge) Mmm, what a big boy~ (He holds his hand over his mouth and chuckles)

Coco: (She grabs his ponytail and drags him down) Hey, stop it!!! =w= You're making everyone uncomfortable, ya know?! Stop floating and sit down like everyone else e.e'

Jasper: Ugh… (He folds his arms) Why do you get to have all the fun? (He sits down and crosses his legs) Ahem, pardon my instrusion~

– –

Kuso: (He glances at Michiko and talks lowly) /Yeah, yeah… I know what he's capable of./ (He smirks) /There's no way I'm gonna fight with him… Would be cool, though./ (He grins)

Karkat: (He glares at Kuso) Oh, it's you.

Kuso: (He looks at Karkat) Huh? Little twerp. What do you want? Gonna try and lose against me again?

Karkat: (He grins) No! Forget I said anything! Haha!!! (He growls and walks up with Cloud and holds his hand) That little-- that stupid-- God!! (He squeezes Cloud's hand) …… (He sighs as Cloud calms him) …….. (He facepalms) He's such a jackass. Why is he here.

Kuso: (He turns to Michiko) What? He's full of himself. (He smirks) …? Yeah, I guess I am too. Heh…

– –

Gamzee: Hmmm… That rude mothafucka that just left… (He shakes his head) Oh well. Can't do anything now :o) (He looks around) Woow… Nice fuckin place here… daaamn… We ain't got nothin like this on Alternia… Man, Alternia's done for… (He grins)

F. Snake: (He walks past Lady and Gamzee)

Snake: (He runs up to F. Snake with Steam and Claude then stops) Hold on… (He looks at F. Snake) … That's… me, huh? Great… (He looks at F. Snake's robotic arm) Hm…

F. Snake: (He looks around) … (He grimaces) …

Snake: (He turns to Steam) You sure they're here?

F. Snake: (He turns around to Snake and Steam) Who are y--…

Snake: … (He rubs the back of his head) …

F. Snake: (He looks at Steam) ...Barnaby? ...No, you're not him. But… He's here, isn't he? I feel it…

Villy: Wowie! Lookie at future mister Snake! ^o^

F. Snake: (He turns Villy) Future…? He's taken him to the past, huh? Heh… I've found them. Finally… (He locks his gun and looks around) … (He looks at Snake) … Listen… don't ask any questions. About my arm, or, about… anything. I'm pretty sure it'll mess something up.

Snake: … Fine. (He turns to Steam) Let's see what we can do help out. (He pats his back)

F. Snake: (He covers his mouth) …Heh--

Snake: (He looks at F. Snake) …?

F. Snake: (He clears his throat) Uh… you'll be needing this. (He throws a larger gun to Snake)

Snake: (He catches the gun) …Right…

Villy: Hmmm… I have the feeling about something… >:3c

Val: Sister, do not! Do not mess up the future! D:

Snake: (He examines the gun) … What the…? (He locks the gun) This is… ridiculous. The specs on this… Are you kidding? (He glances at F. Snake)

F. Snake: I'm not kidding. I'd get accustomed to those now if I were you. (He ruffles Steam's hair) See you. (He disappears)

Snake: (He puts the gun in his belt) Well, better listen to him… (He looks at Steam) …Something wrong?

– –

Palutena: (She pats Jupiter's head) My Earth is not weak. Alright? (She grips his head and smiles) Now… I left my staff here. (She grabs her staff and bangs it on the ground and floats) Whenever you humans are ready, I'll send you home.

Kyle: (He pats Pluto) Yeah, I think we are. Dude, I'm exhausted. Uh… wait a minute… a wish?

Craig: You've gotta be kidding me…

Kyle: Wow, cool! Dude, I wish I knew that earlier! (He looks as Pluto changes the time) Uh… oh, oops.

Cartman: Kyle what are you, a fuckin idiot?!

Kyle: (He shrugs) Oh well. Nothing I can do now.

Cartman: (He rubs the bridge of his nose) Oh, my fucking god Kyle. Screw you so hard. So. Stupid. I'm so seriously…

Craig: Wow, Kyle. That was a waste of world peace or something.

Kyle: Oh, shut up Craig.

Butters: Aw, we coulda had world peace?!

Cartman: It was a waste of a trillion bucks!!

Jake: (He kneels by Ammy) Hmm… Ah! Are you chaps still here?

Palutena: (She chuckles) I was just about to send them home. Seems they're a little… delirious. (She whispers jokingly)

Jake: Ha ha!

Kyle: Well, bye you guys!

Butters: Bye! (He waves at Phobos)

Palutena: (She spins her staff and points it at them) Going up~ (Her staff glows)

The group: (They disappear in a ray of light)

Jake: Oh! Gracious. Well, I'm glad they're all safe. It seems Amaterasu is still unconscious. Just who is this black hole fellow?

Palutena: (She steps down and walks over to Ammy) To be honest, I'm not sure… All I know is that her guardian is Pyrrhon. He probably knows all about this ordeal.

???: (She climbs in) Hm!! Hrgh! AH!! (She stands up) Phew... I hate being in this tiny form! Palutena?

Palutena: Viridi? Don't tell me something's wrong…

Viridi: Haha! There's nothing wrong with meeting with my dear friends, right?! (She grins)

Palutena: Hmm.

Viridi: What? I'm SERIOUS.

Palutena: I'm sure you are… even though you neeeever visit us. Right? (She smiles)

Jake: Say, who is…? (He looks at Viridi then at Palutena)

Palutena: Oh-- she's nobody.

Viridi: Hey, rude!! I'll have you know, I'm the goddess of nature itself here on earth! Speaking of earth… (She looks at Earth) You're EARTH? Right?

Palutena: That's right. (She sticks her nose up) Isn't she just great? My Earth. Hee hee!

Viridi: You're acting like a proud parent or something… you're not her mom! I'm not even her mom!

Palutena: S-so?! We should still be… very proud. As goddesses.

Viridi: Oookay. Anyway, Palutena… I got word that Pyrrhon's looking for Amaterasu. Where is-- (She looks at Ammy) Oh, hey!!!

Palutena: She doesn't seem to be holding up well. Black hole is after her. Who knows why…

Viridi: Grr… that little pest. (She bangs her staff) He needs to learn when to stop!

???: (He zooms in) YO!!! The almighty Pyrrhon is HERE!! Where is Pyrrhon's all powerful sun?!

Palutena: Right over there… She seems weak.

Pyrrhon: Pyrrhon is on it!! (He walks over to her and rests his hands on her face) Uh oh…

Viridi: Wh-what? What is it?! Is she okay?!

Pyrrhon: She feels cold. That is not a good thing!! Pyrrhons sun is supposed to be burning with passion!!! But, worry not! Pyrrhon is here to save her!

Palutena: (She rubs her head) Just how many times have you said “Pyrrhon” today…?

Pyrrhon: Pyrrhon doesn't know! He doesn't keep track of how awesome he is… because it's off the CHARTS!! Now, let's see here… (He slaps Ammy's face multiple times) YO!!! AMMY!! IT'S TIME TO GET UP!!

Palutena: (She watches as Ammy wakes up) Well, that did the trick.

Pyrrhon: Now!! Ammy, you stay safe!! That creep is after you… Pyrrhon'll protect you with all he's got!!!!! (His body bursts into flames)

Jake: Oh dear!! @.@

Viridi: You big dumby idiot! This place is all natural and you're gonna ruin it!! >:O

Pyrrhon: (He stops flaming) Pyrrhon is sorry! He'll control his awesomeness for now!!! Anyway… (He points at Palutena) Pyrrhon has been reading your diary, Palutena!!

Palutena: (She blushes) My-- diary?! (She laughs nervously) Ahoho-- Oh, I-I don't even have one! What do you mean?

Pyrrhon: Yes, yes, Pyrrhon knows all about your little crush on Ve-- (He gets lifted by Palutena's staff) WHOAA- OKAAAY!!!

Palutena: (She waves her staff and makes Pyrrhon sit down roughly) That isn't something you tell people, alrighty? Heh heh! And you don't go reading people's diaries! (She smiles)

Pyrrhon: Y-yes ma'aaaam!! Hoho!!!

Viridi: Geez, Palutena's scary when she's mad… (She looks at Earth) Hey, you know you're lucky, right?! Palutena's even stronger than me! She's one of the strongest goddesses. (She folds her arms) But I'm not giving up. I'll give you the best nature you could possibly ask for! (She pats Earth's back)

Pyrrhon: (He turns to Ammy) Now, back to the matter of you, Pyrrhon's awesome sun!!! You won't be alone facing Black hole! Not while Pyrrhon's here!! (He grins) I know that look, Ammy! You think I'm not strong enough, right?! Well, while you were gone… Pyrrhon has been promoted to a level infinity epic super god plus!!!!

Palutena: You mean you've just gotten more god powers, right? (She smirks)

Pyrrhon: ...YES!!! But trust Pyrrhon, they are somethin ELSE!!

Viridi: Look, Ammy… If that guy messes with you, he's messing with all us gods! We're here by your side, too!

Palutena: (She stands by Earth and smiles) That's right. And he won't get by us so easily. (She rests her staff on the ground)

– –

Haddock: (He blushes) Wha-- Hm!! Oh, dear, what's arrgh… (He looks at the rose) Well, I… Hmmmm… I say, this thing's familiar!

Calculus: Wow, captain! Congratulations!

Haddock: Hrm... hrrm?! (He glares at Calculus) For what!

Calculus: Well, you are getting married, right?

Haddock: No-- where in the blue blazes did you get that idea?!

Calculus: It's going to be on the sea?

Haddock: Arr, nevermind! (He looks at the rose) Hmm… hmmmm…? Oh, blistering--! Barnacles! I remember this old thing!! And she kept it?! Lady Cunningham-- I-- (He runs out and looks around) Arrrgh… Perhaps I shouldn't. Would she really want to waste time with an old goat like me? We're not even from the same time, for crying out loud...

Calculus: ...Ho ho ho!

Haddock: What-- who are you, santa claus? What's so funny?

Calculus: Oh, I'm sorry captain! It's just, I was thinking about how, I've forgotten the time portal machine at home! This is a disaster! Oh, disaster… disaster…

Haddock: You're darned right it's a disaster! This is great! (He laughs) Good going, Calculus!

Calculus: Do not yell at me captain! It was just a simple professional mistake! Now, I am going to go back to our time period before someone takes it! Goodbye! (He puts his hearing aid in and runs out) Oh, catastrophe… catastrophe! (He strokes his beard)

Haddock: Well, at least now I can have a proper chat with Lady Cunningham. Er, if I can… (He sighs) Arrgh, find her again…

–

Tintin: Uh, d-don't worry about that right now, ma'am! You look hurt! If only professor Calculus were here…

Snowy: (He barks at Calculus) o.o

Tintin: Oh, there he is!

Calculus: (He runs along the sidewalk) Hello, Tintin! Snowy! And friends! (He nods and walks over to them) I was just about to leave!

Tintin: Professor, could you take a look at this robot? She's been badly damaged, and--

Calculus: A robot, you say?! Oh, my goodness me!! Let me see, here! I am quite advanced in robotics ever since I've been traveling to the future, you know. (He kneels down to Apologetic) Wow, I see! Yes, yes, quite easy, quite easy!

Tintin: Well, that's great! Are you sure…?

Calculus: Quite sure, my boy. Oh my, how simple, yet advanced for this period of time! (He takes out some tools from his bag and starts repairing her) Well, this should help you regain some power! However, I do recommend an update, dear. Quite an old system for your model! And perhaps you need some external repairs, yes?

Tintin: (He listens to Calculus ramble) …? Umm…? Thanks for your help, professor!

Snowy: (He barks happily) :O

Calculus: Not a problem, not a problem! (He adjusts his hearing aid)

Tintin: (He smiles at Brandon) Well, leave it to the professor for now, I guess… Boy, I'm glad he walked along when he did.

Snowy: (He sits and paws the ground) /Even someone as smart as Tintin doesn't understand?! Geez, robots are so strange! So much new stuff in this future… Good gravy…/

– –

Dave: (He shrugs and sighs) Hmmm… (He watches as Nick and Polo leave) Guess I'll have to get this issue sorted… (He walks into his office)

Lily: (She peeks into Dave's office) o.o Hello???

Dave: Yo, Malik's kid.

Sal: (She blushes as Malik holds her) Oh, maybe, honey… I'll need someone to watch these two… where's…? Oh, Lily!! What are you doing over there? ^^' (She runs over to her) Sorry, Dave!

Dave: It's cool. She was just checkin out the office.

Lily: Yeahh MOM -w-

Sal: Well, we're about to leave… come on now~ (She waves at Dave) Bye! Say bye, Lily ^^

Lily: Byeeeee =3= (She waves)

Dave: (He waves and smiles) Seeya.

–

~Next Day~

Dave: (He walks in with Nick and adjusts his shades)

Jade: Dave!! And Nick! Wow, you guys… are really late o.o and you look tired.

Dave: Heh, don't worry about it. We're alright.

Jade: So, how was that dinner? :B

Dave: The dinner…? (He chuckles) Uhh, it was alright. Right, Nick? (He gets elbowed by Nick) Ugh… (He grins and laughs) Yeah...

Jade: OwO''' Heheh…

Dave: (He watches as Nick walks to his office) … (He smirks and nudges Jade) We left really early. He's a little pissed. But we had a good time last night at my place. (He smooths his jacket)

Jade: Awwww! Hey, did you… you know… give him the… (She whispers) ring? o.o

Dave: (He shakes his head and whispers) Nah… I was planning on giving it to him this weekend.

Jade: (She whispers) Oh!! On your date, huh? Nice! Oh wow ;~;

Dave: (He nods) Yeah… Heh, believe it or not, I'm nervous as all hell… (He waves at Jade) Oh yeah, we're leaving early today. You can pack up in a few minutes if you want. See you later. (He walks to his office)

Jade: Alright! (She waves and whispers) Good luck Dave >:O

Ryou: (He walks out of the back room and blinks)

Jade: Ryou--? Oh! Wow! Your hair!! It's short ;O; (She runs over to him) It looks so cute! And I bet it feels cooler when you're playing baseball, right? :3

Ryou: (He nods) Ehehe… yes…

Tajima: (He walks in) Wow! Smells cool in here! (He grins and walks over to Ryou and holds up a bag) Heeeey Mihashi!

Ryou: (He turns to Tajima) Tajima...!

Tajima: OH!!!! (He ruffles Ryou's hair) So shoooort! How's it feel?!

Ryou: Uh.. it feels... mmm... (He looks down) really weird... (He pats his hair)

Tajima: Haha! That's to be expected, right?

Jade: Ah, so that's your friend Tajima? :O Wait... who's Mihashi? o.o

Ryou: I-it's me! That's my last name...

Jade: Ah! Really? O.O /I-I can't believe I didn't know that... I feel kinda bad now.../ ^^'''

Tajima: Hey, you forgot your bag at practice yesterday! (He throws it to Ryou)

Ryou: (He clumsily catches it) Thank.... thank you! I thought... I dropped it somewhere...

Tajima: (He wraps his arm around Ryou's neck and grins) Hey, you ready for the game?!!

Ryou: (He nods) Yeah!

Tajima: Alright!! Let's get going!

Jade: Oh, are you going? I'll let Dave know :3

Tajima: (He looks at Jade) Huuh? Who are you?! I didn't know you were standing there!

Jade: =w=' Heh heh... uh, I'm Jade!

Tajima: You totally go to our school too, right? Hah, I knew it! Well, nice to meet ya!

Jade: Yeah, likewise! :3 This is you guys' last year, huh?! :O

Tajima: Heh heh heh! We won our summer and fall tournaments last year, and we're not about to stop there!!

Ryou: (He smiles and giggles) /My friends are... becoming friends! Yay...!/ Uuhee... heehee... (He blushes)

Tajima: (He looks at Ryou) What's with that face? Mihashi, that's kind of creepy!

Jade: Well then, gotta go! See you later! (She waves and walks off)

Ryou: (He waves) Okay...!

Tajima: (He pats Ryou's back and walks out to the entrance with him) So anyway, I was thinking about that guy from yesterday.... uhh what was his name? I don't think I ever heard it.

Ryou: (He turns to Tajima) Huh..? Who...?

Tajima: (He walks out and onto the sidewalk with Ryou) Hmmm... well, anyway, you were acting so scared! I could tell! It was kinda funny, but still... nobody bullied you, right?

Ryou: (He blushes) Scared...? Ah! (He shakes his head) No, I wasn't bullied! Everyone here is a nice person!

Tajima: OH?! (He laughs) Man, I always get mistaken when you get nervous like that! Remember when I thought Hanai was bullying you?! And he was just asking you to put the bats away! Pfft-- hahaha!

Ryou: (He giggles) Hee... yeah... Hanai... Hanai is nice too!

Tajima: Yeah, even though he's a loser! (He laughs) So, why were you nervous around that other guy?

Ryou: Ah... well, it's... because... (He blushes and mumbles) .....

Tajima: Oh, really?! It's because of that?!

Ryou: (He nods and mumbles)

Tajima: No way! I wouldn't have guessed! Sorry for thinking that he was bullying you! (He laughs) Oh, hey there he is now! Wanna say hi?

Ryou: H-h-huh?!! N-n-n-- @////@

Tajima: (He pats Ryou's back) Come ooon! We're walking toward each other anyway! No stoppin' now!

Ryou: !!!!!!!! (He runs in the opposite direction) !! !!!! !!

Tajima: (He grabs Ryou's shirt) Ha ha! C'mon dude, we're gonna be late to the game! Let's gooooo! (He keeps walking with Ryou)

Ryou: (He looks down and walks reluctantly with Tajima) But... (He mumbles quietly)

Tajima: Come on! What're you so worried about? (He whispers) Your hair looks totally great dude!! Don't start crying please! Or I'll cry too!!!

Ryou: (He blushes and blinks rapidly) Mgmhhh...

Tajima: (He stops as Stephan stops in front of them and waves) Oh!! Hello! Hello, sir!

Ryou: Good-- good... afternoon... (He averts his eyes and blushes)

Tajima: (He looks at Ryou then at Stephan and grins) We were just leaving to our last and final game!! Oh yeah! If we win this, we got the championship! (He pats Ryou's back) Heh heh!! This here's our ace!

Ryou: (He fumbles with his hands) T-Tajima-- mgh...

Tajima: What?! Stop being modest! You're the reason we're in the championship at all!! (He pats Ryou's back roughly) Ho ho ho!!!

Ryou: (He holds onto Tajima's shirt lightly and blushes) (He thinks to himself) /Tajima... you're... embarrassing me... i-in front of...../

Tajima: (He looks at Ryou) Eh? Oh!! (He whispers) Sorry...!! ^^'''

Ryou: (He shakes his head) !!!!!

Tajima: WELL!!! Let's get going, Mihashi!! BANZAI!! (He waves to Stephan) See ya later! (He runs off)

Ryou: (He smiles at Stephan) Um... bye, then...! (He runs off with Tajima)

Tajima: (He starts walking as they get farther away) Ne? (He smiles at Ryou) Not so bad, right?

Ryou: (He looks down) That was... bad...

Tajima: Hahaha! Don't say that! (He whispers) I totally think he's into you, too! I can tell.

Ryou: (He turns redder) N-noo... Maybe not...

Tajima: Say what you like, I could see it on his face!

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Dave: (He walks into the stands with Nick and waves to Hamada) Phew... Yo, Hamada?

Hamada: Ah, Dave! And Nick! I'm glad you guys are here! Ryou was talking about how he wanted you guys to come. Haha!

Dave: (He chuckles) Aw, really? Unfortunately, we gotta get going in an hour or two... (He looks out onto the field) So, how far into the game are they? (He sits with Nick)

Hamada: They're in the 6th inning on defense. You guys should be able to see them finish! Against Tosei again... They've gotta win this time! They're 3 runs ahead~ Yess! (He sits with them) Ryou's pitching is on the the dot today!

Dave: Oh, really? Man, that kid is always so determined to pitch. He's pretty damn good at it too, so I've heard.

Umpire: Strike!

The crowd: (They cheer)

Hamada: Ah, they're switching to offense! Tajima's up to bat, too... heheh! This should be fun to see~ (He grins) Ah, man, Tajima's so cool! (He claps)

Dave: Wow, they're killin it... huh? (He sees Jade walk over to the benches) Yo, Jade!

Jade: Huh? (She sees Dave and Nick) You guys! (She runs over to them) I'm glad I didn't miss the game!! I had to run here! >:B

Dave: Wow, so you're here too, huh?

Jade: Um, duh!! This is their championship game! (She sits next to Nick) And-- they're winning! As I suspected, heehee >:3

Dave: (He sees Tajima hit the ball) Damn, it's outta there...

Hamada: Ooooh!! (He claps) Tajimaa!!!! ;O;

Tajima: (He runs to second base and stops) Heh!! (He grins)

Umpire: Safe!

Jade: Who's up next? Hey, it's Ryou!! (She waves) Ryou!! Hit it! ^O^

Dave: (He waves at Ryou with Nick) Yo, kid!

Hamada: MIHASHI! (He waves) :D

Ryou: Huh..? (He looks over and sees them and blushes) Ah... ahh! (He smiles and waves to them)

Umpire: Batter up!

Ryou: Oh-- y-yes! (He runs to the batter box)

Hamada: Heh heh! Ryou's no slouch when it comes to batting either!

Dave: (He watches at Ryou hits it) Nice! Outta there again... Man, these guys are on a roll.

Jade: Ooh, it went through! Tajima might make it to home plate! They've got this!! >O< (She claps with the crowd)

Dave: (He looks around and sees Stephan on the other benches) Heh! I'll be damned...

Jade: (She gasps then looks away from them and nudges Dave) Hey, is that--! O.O

Dave: Yeah... Looks like someone's got a little crush on the team's ace. (He chuckles and calms Nick) I know, I know... I'm none too happy with him either... Let's just sort it out later. I don’t know if Ryou would appreciate me kickin Stephan’s ass.

Hamada: (He claps) Hooray, hooray, Nishiuraaa!! Uh-- (He looks at Jade, Dave, and Nick) Huh? What's up?

Jade: Oh, uh, nothing xD

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Ryou: /A curveball will get this batter out... I'll throw it the best I can!! This... is the last inning!!/ (He throws the ball to Abe)

batter: /A curveball?!/ (He swings and misses)

Abe: (He catches it) /It's right on the edge of the strike zone! I just hope the umpire sees it!!/

umpire: That's it! Strike!! Game!

crowd: (They cheer loudly)

Jade: (She yells) Yaaaay!! ;O; (She claps)

Hamada: (He claps) Mihashiiiii!!!!! ;O;

Ryou: Oh!!..... (He sighs in relief) Ah...!!!

Sakaeguchi: (He runs over and wraps his arm around Ryou) NICE PITCHING!!! (He laughs) We-- we won!! ;~;

Abe: (He throws his catcher's helmet on the ground and runs over to Ryou and hugs him with Sakaeguchi) MIHASHI!! That's what I'm talking about!

Tajima: (He dashes over to Ryou and jumps on him) WE WON, WE WON, WE WOON!!! We won the tournament!!

Abe: (He falls over) Agh! You jackass--!

Ryou: (He falls over) ?!!!... Tajima! We... the-- the tournament!!

Tajima: YEAH, that's what I said! (He helps him up and grabs his shoulders) Let's go!

Ryou: Oh... right...! (He runs with the team)

both teams: (They line up and face each other)

umpire: 12-11. Nishiura high school is the Koushien champion! Game!

both teams: (They bow to each other) Thank you!

Tajima: (He pats Ryou's back) Let's go thank the stands now!

Ryou: (He nods and runs over with the rest of the team)

the team: (They line up in front of the stands)

Hanai: Thank you for your support, everyone! We couldn't have done it without you! (He bows)

the team: THANK YOU!!! (They bow)

Hamada: You guys, nice job! (He claps) Yeah, woohoo!

Jade: Woooo, you guys did it!!!!! ^o^

trumpet player: Alright, you guys took the championship!

Hanai's little sisters: Big brother!!!! (They wave)

Ryou: (He turns to Dave and Nick and the others) Oh...! /Should I... maybe say hi to them?/ (He turns and sees Stephan) /Ste-- Stephan is here, too.../ (He blushes) /No, I-I should wait... Okay, I'll wait, then.../ (He starts to walk off)

Tajima: HEEY, it's you guys!! (He waves to Dave and grabs Ryou's arm)

Sakaeguchi: (He stops and looks up) Huh? Oh, are those friends of you and Ryou, Tajima?

Tajima: Yeap! Yeah so, hey! Hey, I'm glad you guys could make it! (He waves) Did you see Mihashi strike that last guy out?! WOOHOO!!!!

Dave: I saw it. Pretty damn sweet.

Ryou: (He looks up at them) Tha-- thank you for coming!!

Dave: No big. Too bad I couldn't be here from the beginning, though.

Hanai: (He yells from the dugout) Hey, Tajima, Ryou, Sakaeguchi! Let's get packed up!

Tajima: Sure thing, Cleanup hitter-senpai!!

Hanai: (He holds his fist up) S-stop calling me that!!!!!!

Tajima: Hahaha! (He waves to everyone) See you guys later! Let's go, Mihashi, Sakaeguchi! (He pats Ryou's back and runs off with Sakaeguchi)

Ryou: (He nods) !! (He turns to look at Stephan) Ah... ah........ (He blushes then smiles and waves shyly)

Tajima: MIHASHI, LET'S GOOO!!!!

Ryou: (He jumps in surprise) Oh...! (He turns to Tajima) O-okay!! (He runs to the dugout)

Dave: (He stands up) Well, glad I came... (He pats Nick and chuckles nervously) Yo, I see you burning holes into Stephan's head... Just leave him be for now. His time'll come, trust me... (He chuckles)

Jade: Are you guys going back? I'm going at the entrance to meet up with the team :3

Dave: Yeah, we've got a few things to do at the office. Tell Ryou we said congratulations. (He smiles and walks off with Nick)

Jade: Will do! (She runs toward the entrance and bumps into Stephan) Oops! Sorry D: (She looks up at Stephan) Uhh... M-my bad... haha o.e'' (She turns away) /Man... Ryou and his weird taste in boys... @.@ This dude... I mean he's good looking, but... scum e.e' Ryou's too nice.../

Ryou: (He walks out of the entrance with Sakaeguchi and blinks)

Sakaeguchi: Ah!! We can go home! Yay~ Man, what a good game~ ^o^

Jade: (She laughs and waves to Ryou) Ryou!! Hey, Ryou! :O

Ryou: Oh! (He runs over to Jade) Jade!!!

Jade: Wow, congratulations! Dave and Nick had to go, but they said that as well :3

Ryou: Oh...! (He puts his hands together and blushes) I'm so glad you guys came!!!

Jade: Aww! no way we'd miss it!! >:3

Sakaeguchi: (He waves to Ryou) I'll see you tomorrow, Mihashi!

Ryou: (He waves) Bye! I-I'll see you tomorrow!

Jade: Ahh, I'd better get going, too. Say, are you gonna be at practice all day tomorrow? o.o

Ryou: Ah... yes. We have to plan for this year! Says coach...

Jade: Man, how about a break? You guys won the summer tournament!! e.e' Hmm, oh well, if that's the case... get a good rest tonight o.o (She walks away and waves) See ya, buddy!

Ryou: (He waves) ^v^ (He puts his hat in his bag and zips it) .....Yosh-ii...! (He flinches as Stephan taps him) ...?! (He turns around and looks up at him) Oh!! Um--... umm... (He blushes) /Oh no... why does this happen every time? I don't know how to talk to him... too... nervous...!/

Tajima: (He walks out from the entrance and wipes his forehead) Pheew... oh? (He runs over to Ryou and Stephan) Yo! Hey, you guys!

Ryou: (He sighs in relief) /Tajima.../

Tajima: Yo, I'd love to chat, but I'm outta here! Time to kick back! (He puts the wet towel on his head) Phew, hot out here. See ya! (He grins and runs off) Pff- hehehe!!

Ryou: Ah...! Waa-- (He looks as Tajima leaves then turns back to Stephan) Ah... oh... /I-I need to calm down... I'll... I'll talk to him!!/ (He blushes and looks up at him) Stephan... thanks... thanks for coming today!! I-it really means a lot!

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Kenji: (He grins at Braho) Hey, Braho! Uh, yeah, actually. I could have sworn I saw Miku here... Uhh... (He looks around) Miku...? He is here, isn't he? Hey, Miku? ^^' Where are you?

Henry: (He sits on the chest and hums)

Kenji: (He sees Henry and glares at him) You...

Henry: Hmmm? (He turns to Kenji and smiles)

Kenji: It's... you! What have you done with him? (He grabs Henry's shirt and pulls him up) You... hex demon!

Henry: Nya ha ha! That's a new one!

Galanus: Er... is this someone else that you cursed? Geez, just how many...? @.@

Henry: Hmm, maybe. I can't remember. Hah ha!

Kenji: Grr... that blood on you... (He sets Henry down) Where is he?! I-- Huh...? (He sees Miku come out of the chest) Wha--... Miku! (He kneels down and picks him up) What are you doing in there? Was it him? (He glares at Henry)

Henry: Hey, stop blaming me! Geeez~

Galanus: Maybe he wouldn't blame you if you didn't curse everyone you know... (He sighs) =w=

Kenji: (He looks at Miku) It wasn't him...? Oh. Well, what's wrong? It's good to see you... heh, what're you doing in this form? (He picks him up and hugs him)

Henry: Hee hee! How nice.

Galanus: (He sighs then looks at the blood on Henry's shirt) Whoa, hold on... what is...?

Henry: Huh? (He looks at the blood) Oh, will you look at that? It's blood! ...Wonder where it came from? (He takes some and licks it) ...Oh, hey! It's MY blood! Nya ha! I must have been wounded! Oh man, good times~

Galanus: Wha-- hey!! Why are you laughing about it?! That wound needs to be dressed immediately! (He takes Henry to the other side of the ship and sits him down) ...Oh, gods, look how deep this is! How could you not notice?

Henry: Aw, it's not too bad. I've had a lot worse than this. (He takes off the bloody shirt)

Galanus: Yeah, but... still. (He sighs and takes out the bandages) Ugh, now your shirt has a hole in it and... *sigh* (He dabs the wound) Geez, what happened? x.x

Henry: I got stabbed by one of those ghost pirates! Pretty cool, huh?

Galanus: Wow! Really?! That's-- :O I-I mean... no.. it's not cool! o.e You got stabbed!

Henry: Yep, I sure did! And it was, too. Have you ever been stabbed before? That rush of pain and adrenaline and carnage and... man, what a great time!

Galanus: Nevermind -n- There's no arguing with you... (He cleans up the wound and wraps it) There. Now what should you wear...?

Henry: I'll just put this back on and-- (He grabs his bloody shirt)

Galanus: (He takes the shirt) N-no! That thing is so gross!!! @.@

Henry: What? Aw, no one's gonna notice. And it's not like I have any other choice~ right?

Galanus: (He sighs) Yeah, I guess... F-fine x.x (He hands the shirt to Henry) But we're getting you a new one immediately!! It's got a hole in it... and it's bloody... and eugh...

Henry: (He puts it on) Ah! That's better.

Galanus: Let's just get back to everyone o.o

Henry: Oh, right! (He stands up and walks back to them with Galanus)

Galanus: (He walks to them) Hey, what's up? :3

Cecil: Oh my god, so like, these two are being super adorable. I mean, I thought me and Carlos were cute. But I mean, look at them! Carlos, we need to step up our game. (He nuzzles Carlos)

Kenji: (He kisses Miku's cheek) Heh heh! You're too cute... (He sighs) Hey... Have you heard from Tomo? I haven't seen him lately... I hope he's alright. He's busy helping Palutena do some things, he told me. And he's able to fly on his own... He's got wings that can sprout almost as big as mine now. But... (He folds his arms) Ugh... I just don't want him doing anything dangerous.

Galanus: (He gasps) Tomo!? :O

Kenji: Eh? (He turns to Galanus) You've seen him around?

Galanus: Um-- actually no ^^' But I know him from a while ago from school!

Kenji: You're one of his old classmates, huh? Yeah, I remember he'd tell me about you. (He holds Miku and sighs) That little shit... He'd better get back home with us. Heh! God, I miss him...

Henry: Oh, are we talking about Tomo? Hey, I cursed him once!

Kenji: You... cursed him? (He glares at Henry)

Henry: Sure I did! He was SPEECHLESS! Nya ha ha ha!

Kenji: (He clenches his fist) So THAT'S why! (He sighs as Miku calms him) Right... (He glares at Henry) ... I knew you were no good. From the moment I saw you. You're constantly smiling and obsessing over death... it's sinister...

Henry: Oh, you! (He giggles)

Kenji: Not a compliment.

Galanus: (He pats Kenji) Uh, h-he's really sorry! Right, Henry? ^^'

Henry: (He looks through his curse book) Mmh? Oh, sure! Yep. Real sorry!

Kenji: Sure you are...

Galanus: (He pushes Henry away from Kenji) W-well... Why don't you go hang out with Braho over there! He doesn't seem to hate you! Okay? (He whispers) Do NOT curse him >.>'' Try and make at least one friend! Okay?

Henry: (He sighs) Aw, man~ I'm so bored. (He smiles and closes his curse book and walks over to Braho) Hey-o! Sorry I violated your personal space earlier. Just making sure you weren't dead or anything! Hm? Hey, do you smell something? (He sniffs the air and walks into the cabin with Braho) Ooh, would you look at that! A dead body! And here I thought this place was boring! Don't mind me~ (He walks over to the corpse) Ooh hoo hoo! (He covers his mouth) This has been here for such a long time! (He looks back at Braho) Hmm? What's wrong? You couldn't be grossed out, could you? (He giggles) Heeheehee! And here I thought you were tough~ Mmmm... (He examines the corpse) Looks like he was stabbed to death! Hmm, that's so cheap... But I'll take it! Nya ha ha! (He grabs the corpse by the neck and drags it out the door) Let's see here~

Galanus: (He sees Henry dragging the corpse and screams loudly) AAAAAAHHH ;;;A;;;;

Henry: (He turns to Galanus) Hmm?

Galanus: H-Henry, what are you doing with that?! (He covers his eyes)

Cecil: (He turns) What? Another dead body... did they follow us here, Carlos?

Henry: Hey, don't worry so much! I'm just taking out the trash someone left here.

Galanus: U-ugh!! Put that back or... something! I-I just can't look... ;m;

Henry: Aww, but I was going to--

Galanus: Henry!! >n<

Henry: Oh, alright... (He opens the cabin door and throws it into the cabin and onto ???) Oopsie! Didn't know you were in there!

Galanus: (He takes his hands from his eyes) Wha...? Who...?

???: (He throws the body back into the cabin) Ugh! Ahem... (He walks out and poses) Good evening~

Galanus: Mettaton!! Wow, you look different o.o

Mettaton: Well, I did get some new upgrades... Tell me, how are they, darling?! (He lifts his leg in front of Henry and rests it on his shoulder)

Henry: (He points at Mettaton's leg) Hey, not bad! Nyahaha!

Mettaton: I know, right? I'm flawless. (He looks at Henry's black nail polish) Fabulous nails, darling. I wish I was built with nails. (He takes his leg down from Henry's shoulder)

Henry: I'm sure Alphys'll hook you up! Hey, how did you get here anyway?

Mettaton: (He puts his hands on his hips and thinks) Um... I don't... know? But I have the feeling the same thing happened to Alphys. She disappeared yesterday.

Galanus: Hey, that happened to Henry and I, too! :O

Mettaton: Hm? Oh, Galanus!! (He runs over to him and hugs him) You're soooo cute!!!

Galanus: x//////x Wha-- not again... Um, h-hey! Carlos and Cecil and the others are-- (He gets squeezed by Mettaton) On-- the other side of the ship... (He chokes) x//////////x Can't...breathe...

Mettaton: What?! Oh my god! Come on, sweetheart! I must see them. (He holds Galanus's hand and runs to the other side of the ship with him)

Galanus: @/////@ Sure...

Henry: (He waves) Byebye! (He waits until they're on the other side of the ship) Mmm? Gone...? Great! (He walks back into the cabin and grabs the corpse by its hair and drags it out) Now I can really get to work. (He turns to Braho) What? Don't gimme that look! (He laughs) Stand back, this is gonna get messy! (He drops the corpse and crouches over it) Haha~ It's already decomposed... a few days? (He mutters lowly to himself and laughs) Pfff-- hehehe!! Disgusting~ Who would just leave their victim to rot?~ (He rips open the corpse and drags out the intestines) Hmm...? (He tears its arm off) ...? Mhmm... (He grabs the corpse by the neck and drags it to the edge of the boat and throws it overboard) Haha! That thing was useless. (He drops the arm into the ocean) Well... (He pats Braho and accidentally wipes blood on him) You're a good sport! Thanks for not alerting Galanus. (He walks into the cabin and washes his hands)

Galanus: (He sighs in relief and walks over to Braho) Ph... phew.. I... had to... excuse myself... Mettaton... REALLY likes to hug me... (He huffs) Oh...? Where's Henry? Henryyyyyy? (He looks at Braho) Huh? Hey, is that... ^^' Blood? Don't tell me...

Henry: (He peeks out of the cabin) Yeees?

Galanus: H-hey! You're supposed to be the older brother! You're in your 20s already o.e I told you to leave that corpse alone!

Henry: (He laughs) Aw, how am I supposed to resist? I threw it into the ocean, anyway. He was pretty disappointing.

Galanus: Wait, you threw him...? Did... (He looks at Braho) Did you help? That corpse was huge x.x

Henry: Nope, just me. I've thrown quite a few corpses before! (He picks up his cape and puts it on)

Galanus: (He facepalms) Oh yeah, duh... all your grave robbing stuff... By the way, you need to stop that >:c

Mettaton: (He shouts from the other end of the boat) Darliiiiing! Are you coming back?

Galanus: Uh, y-yeah! Just a minute ^^' (He pats Henry's shoulders) Henry... don't do anything stupid, alright? Please :u (He looks up at Braho) Uh, maybe keep a good eye on him? If you don't mind @.@ Thanks... (He runs back over to Mettaton)

Henry: (He turns up to look at Braho) Hm? Nya ha ha! You don't have to babysit me if you don't wanna. I'm not a kid or anything! Well, I'm gonna go search around for any more corpses! Mmm, I smell something awful~ (He gets grabbed by Braho as he walks off) Mwahh?! Your grip is somethin else! Fine, fine, I won't get into any more trouble. -- -- -- --

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[happinessdove]

Tavros: (He sighs in relief) ........

Case: /Phew.../ (He signs to Tavros) ("You okay?") ^^'

Tavros: (He nods) Yeah.... Uhh, I just don't get how we're going to restore their bodies.

Galanus: Hmm... I'm honestly not sure either...

Tavros: Well... thanks for helping us anyway, Galanus.. Uh, that was great of you!

Galanus: It's not a problem :3 (He smiles) Well, I need to go find my brother... I've been apart from him for too long. I feel like he might have gotten into trouble ^^' (He waves) Bye! (He disappears)

Tavros: (He waves) ..... (He sighs) ....

Case: (He smiles and signs to Kasuni) ("I think we're almost finished!") ...(He sighs) ....("But I am a little worried about those 4 that just ran out... Will they be okay?")

-- --

Snake: (He turns from Figment and carries Steam out) We're out of here. I'll call for Marth to help Claude out. Though he's just a phantom of the king... Claude will be in good hands. (He turns to Marth as he appears)

Marth: (He places his sword in his sheath) ....It would be my pleasure to help the elemental beings in need.

Snake: Great. You know what to do.

Marth: (He nods and runs after Claude)

Villy: Ooooh, Mister Steam's legs... (She walks over to Snake) Super ouch :C

Val: L-let me heal them!! (He runs over to Snake)

Snake: (He looks at Val) You can?

Val: Yes... All manaketes can! Leave it to me...

Villy: Of course, I'm the only one that can't heal! I wanted to help too! >:C

Snake: (He lies Steam down) Just take it easy for a second.

Val: (His hands glow and he places them on Steam's legs) This doesn't look good...

Villy: (She transforms into her dragon form and lightly nudges Steam) Hey, cool riiiight? (She grins) Err, I thought I would just try and get your mind off of the ouchies ^^'

Val: Done.... (He removes his hands)

Snake: (He kneels next to Steam) ...What was with them? They were being pretty aggro towards you. I'd like to teach them a thing or two...

Villy: Yeah, me too!!! I'll blast them away! >:O

Snake: (He stares at Steam) .......Hmh.. (He wipes the tears from Steam's face and helps him up) You're not a burden, Steam. Let's go... (He gently pats his back)

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Marth: (He appears behind Claude) Hello, I am Marth, King of Altea. I am here to assist you. .............. (He folds his arms as Claude doesn't respond) ......Ahem. Hello. ....... (He steps in front of him) .....I see. Perhaps you can't see me for some reason. (He looks closer) You're a machine? .... This is baffling.

-- --

Mei: (She at Xalvador) Whoa! o.o So you're this guy's knight? Looks like you're from Dark's clan huh :3

Sleep: (He murmurs) Mgh... (He wakes up) ......

Mei: OH O.O Hey... why's he waking up? I thought he was sleeping.

Sleep: (He sits up) ..... (He looks at Xalvador) .....Hehe.... Did you come here by yourself, Xalvador...? That's funny.... did mother send you..? ....Now, raise your head.... if I were actually sleeping, you'd be waiting all day... (He pats Xalvador's chin and raises his head)

Mei: Hey... (She waves her hand in front of Sleep's face) Hey, weren't you just knocked out? x.x

Sleep: Huh...? I suppose that's as much as I could rest.... I wonder why?

Mei: Aw crap, don't tell me even THAT didn't work... you're gonna die at this rate buddy o.o

Sleep: Oooh... maybe... do you think I'll die, Mei?

Mei: Yeah, what if you do? e.e'

Sleep: Hmmm... how great... I would get to sleep forever...

Mei: Um, NO, not great... Boy, what's wrong with you? x.x

Sleep: I'm only kidding... (He chuckles) I won't die, I'll just be so very tired.... for a long time....

Mei: Still, that's pretty bad >:T

Sleep: (He looks at Xalvador) ...You know.... you don't have to do all that stuff father tells you to do when you're around me.... (He pouts) His requests are simply ridiculous. Even mother agrees.....

Mei: Who, Somnus? Your dad? I heard he was a royal pain in the city =w='

Sleep: He is.... and a royal pain in the arse.... he really does think so highly of himself....

???: (He flies in and crashes into Sleep) HEY BIG BRO!! >:D

Mei: (She jumps and falls onto Water) WAH X.X

Sleep: (He mumbles) Gale...... Stop it with your yelling.... we're in someone else's palace...

Gale: (He yells) HUh?! I mean... (He talks normally) Err... hi? o.o

Sleep: How did you get here...? Mother's going to throw a fit at you...

Gale: I followed knight dude ^^'

Sleep: (He folds his arms) ......

Gale: (He yells) WELL SOOOO--RRY!!!

Mei: Little dude! Tone it down! (She grunts and helps Water up) Sheesh... the mouth on this kid! He's way different than his brother @.@

Sleep: Gale.... I am very sick of your racket....

Gale: WELL MAYBE I JUST CARE ABOUT YOU >:O

Sleep: I know that.... now, stop yelling this instant....!

Gale: NO WAY >:C (He jumps onto Sleep)

Sleep: Fine, then I have no choice.... (He touches Gale's forehead and puts him to sleep)

Gale: Huh?! HEY, I-- (He falls asleep on the floor)

Sleep: There... (He turns to Water) I really would like to stay for a little while longer.... but my knowing my mother, she might already have gone out searching for Gale and I.... (He touches Gale's forehead and sends him to the castle) ...Xalvador, let's go.....

Mei: Huh? Hey, can't you just.. go there by yourself? o.o Do you even need him to take you?

Sleep: ....? Yes, I could.... but I like riding with Xalvador.... and he did come all this way to get me.... (He hums) .....

Mei: I guess that's true o.o Heh heh, cute :3

Sleep: (He hugs Water, Mei, Tetsu, and Abilio) Thank you very much for helping me....

Mei: Pffft--- uhh you're welcome. XwX What a group hug. Your arms aren't big enough for all of us though xD

Sleep: (He releases them and gets nuzzled by the horse) Oh, Espella....

Mei: AWW horsie *O* Come here you little cutie!! (She gently pets Espella's mane)

Sleep: (He giggles) Espella is a trained war horse... she's very strong..... but she does love when I pet her snout.... (He kisses Espella's snout and sighs) How are you, Espella? I'm so tired....

Mei: Er, before you leave or anything... how ARE you gonna get to sleep? Are you sure you'll be all right? D:

Sleep: .............I'm sure I'll figure something out.....

Mei: That sounds like someone who doesn't have a plan x.x

Sleep: It does seem like my world is being repaired.... I'll be fine....

Mei: Oh phew =w= Weell.... I'd better get back to MY house, too! See ya, everyone :3 (She hugs Water) Water, it was great to see you again ;~; Sleep, get in on this group hug ;O;

Sleep: Of course... (He hugs Water and Mei) I also hope we can meet again soon....

-- --

Sp. Tomo: (Neat! We can talk to each other! ...Oh, don't worry. I'll be super extra careful with your body!)

Gino (Tomo): (He runs into the town)

Sp. Tomo: (Phew! Good thing I avoided that other reaper, right? Riiiight? Man, I would have gotten you into so much trouble!)

Gino (Tomo): (He quickly dodges an attack from a monster) !! (He punches the monster)

Sp. Tomo: (WHOA!! Argh, your stupid body is so hard to fight in! ....Well it's not MY fault that you can barely dodge attacks! ...Your... scythe? Oh, right. I forgot about that.)

Gino (Tomo): (He looks around)

Sp. Tomo: (Good thing lady Palutena's centurions are on patrol. This square's looking-- (He barks) RUFF!-- Heh heh... Guess I'm still part dog... Um... right. Anyway...)

Gino (Tomo): (He sees a group of monsters and smirks) Look at this happy little family. They won't be happy when I'm done with 'em! HOO-AH! (He takes out the scythe and defeats the monsters)

Sp. Tomo: (...What do you mean it doesn't sound like you? That was spot on!)

Gino (Tomo): (He stops and sees Tomo's body)

Sp. Tomo: (Hey, it's me!! I mean, not me... Let's just get over there.)

Tomo's body: (He sees Gino) ......

Gino (Tomo): (He runs and chokes Tomo's body)

Tomo's body: (He drops his shooting staff) ...!!!

Sp. Tomo: (Rrg... Just... gotta... get this thing...!)

Gino (Tomo): (He reaches into Tomo's chest and pulls out a dark mass)

Tomo's body: (He falls over)

Sp. Tomo: (Whoa-- WHOA!!)

Gino (Tomo): (He takes out his scythe and slices the dark mass in half causing it to disappear) ......

Sp. Tomo: (Aw, yeah! I SO planned that! ... Huh, actually, I didn't even do that... That was weird...)

Gino (Tomo): (He kneels down and holds Tomo's body and puts the ring on his finger) ....

Tomo: (The rings breaks as Gino puts it on his finger)

???: (He runs over to them) Huh... how is he? That wasn't him, was it? I didn't think so. So, how's he doing?

Tomo: (He groans) Uungh..... Hm?! (He jumps and stands up with his headband crooked) I’M back in the!-- (He straightens his headband) --GAME!!

???: Well, that did the trick...

Tomo: (He grabs Gino's shoulders) Thanks, Gino! (He releases him and turns to ???) Hey... Magnus! Wait... what are YOU doing here?

Magnus: Y'know, hangin' out... So, I'm guessing this is all the Chaos kin's fault, huh?

Tomo: Yeah... I just don't get why it's still here. I mean... maybe it was... (He thinks) Uh... well... hmm...

Magnus: ...Maybe it had a brother. Anyway, I wouldn't worry about it since it's gone now.

Tomo: Huh... Yeah, you're right. (He smiles) So, what'cha been up to?

Magnus: Helping out here... This town's had a monster problem lately.

Tomo: Aw, man, you should'a told me! I can help! (He raises his fist)

Magnus: And take all the glory for yourself? Heh, no thanks. I can handle this. It ain't too bad. Anyway, what've you been doing?

Tomo: Huh? Me? Well, uh, stuff... and stuff...

Magnus: Stuff like...?

Tomo: Like, almost getting mauled by a chimera... haha!

Magnus: Whoa, are you kidding me?!

Tomo: Nope!

Magnus: Sheesh. You always get yourself into that kinda crap. I see you're still as ugly as ever, too.

Tomo: Wha-- Gee, thanks! You're not exactly pretty yourself!

Magnus: Heh heh, shut it. So... who's this? (He nods toward Gino)

Tomo: Oh, yeah! Hey Gino, this is Magnus. I met him when I was fighting monsters one time. We sometimes fight together, and uhh... Oh, we fought Dark Lord Gaol together... and... uh...

Magnus: We really only fought Gaol together. But I do remember pummeling a bunch of komaytos with you.

Tomo: Haha, that was awesome! Like... hand-to-hand combat! It was great! Right?! (He punches Magnus's shoulder)

Magnus: Augh--! (He holds his shoulder) Damn, what've you been eating?!

Tomo: Oops-- sorry. Whoa, YOU think my punches hurt? That means I've been getting good. (He nods)

Magnus: (He rubs his shoulder) You really need to watch out with that strength. Anyway.... I've got a few things to do around here. I'll see you later. (He rests his club on his shoulder and waves as he walks off)

Tomo: See ya, Magnus! (He waves wildly) ........... (He turns to Gino) Soooo, where are you going? Doing your weird...reaper job. That's okay, I guess. Just visit sometime, got it? (He grins) .... (He folds his arms) ...What? How come you're so gloom and doom lately? I don't really know what you do as a reaper... But I guess it's okay with me! Just as long as you don't totally die or something. Well, I guess you already did die, though. Huh.

-- --

Arrow: (He hugs Skye) Phew... Yeah, I know. You take care of yourself, Skye. Love you too. (He turns to Dark) ....Something's wrong, huh? (He hums) Worried about your brother now? It's alright. (He smiles) Look, if it makes you feel better, I'll send a phantom with Skye and his friends so it can look after them and take care of any danger your brother might be in. They're good like that, y'know. I'll get Navarre to accompany them. (He looks as Navarre appears) See? He's right there.

Navarre: My steel is yours. (He kneels to Skye Dog and the others)

Arrow: (He sighs in relief) ....Take care, you guys. (He watches as they walk off with Navarre) Dark, let's get home. (He wraps his arm around his waist and flicks his snake tongue) We'll worry about this later... (He disappears with Dark)

--

Navarre: (He walks with the group) ........

Kaide: (He appears) HEY guys, I hope you don't mind if I join -w- So, can I join?

Navarre: (He pulls his sword slightly and stands on guard) Who are you?

Kaide: OwO''' A legend phantom?! What the heck are you doing here?!

Navarre: You have the aura of a youkai. (He draws his blade) Are you here to harm this group?

Kaide: Nooo, you stupid moron phantom! (He sighs) These are my friends! See?! (He shakes Genevieve's spider arm gently and shakes Skye's hand) Totally friends =w='

Navarre: ...Very well... (He places his blade back into the sheath) Let us press on. There is much ground to cover.

Kaide: (He grumbles) Sheesh, who invited this sword slinging goofball? (He walks next to Genevieve) Hey Gen, let's go and trip him or something -w- ...No?! Why not? =w= You're not fun.

--

--

Billy: (He chuckles evilly) Heh heh... (He picks up Meatloaf and floats into Spencer's room) ..... (He floats over to Spencer's alarm clock and sets it to 4:00am) Pfft-- pfft-- (He quickly floats out) Heh heh >8D

Meatloaf: -w- (She meows)

Billy: What? Oh, wait, it IS 10am already. What the hey? (He looks outside) Hmmm... Looks rainy outside. Lame... at least it does right through me. Thought I can't say the same for you, Meatloaf. (He sets her down)

Meatloaf: (She prowls into the room Wind and Circus are in) -n-

Billy: Hey--! (He whispers) Meatloaf...! (He floats into the room and looks up at Wind) Whoa... Cool... man... (He floats above the orb and smiles) Ooh... (He looks over at Circus) They're asleep... heh heh heh! (He picks up Meatloaf and floats out with her)

Meatloaf: Meow? (She licks her paw)

Billy: I hope Jane knows Spencer's having a sleepover. Oh, there she is now! Haha 8D

Spencer's mom: Hum hum dum~ (She takes her purse and walks out) OOOH!!! It's RAINING D: (She runs back inside) Oh, gosh, groooss! Where IS my umbrella?!

Billy: Oh, it's right there. (He points at it)

Spencer's mom: (She looks around) >:O

Billy: =w= (He picks up the umbrella and puts it on a table) Man, sometimes I feel invisible. (He laughs) Oh wait, I totally am 8D

Spencer's mom: (She turns and sees the umbrella) OH. Right in front of my face! Hahaha! (She takes the umbrella and walks out)

Billy: Man, I'm so feeling like pranking everyone in the house... What about you?

Meatloaf: (She grumbles and curls onto her bed) -m-

Billy: Aww, what? You're just in a whack mood cause it's raining!

Meatloaf: (She meows) -n-

Billy: Oh hey, you're right! I think they're waking up!

Spencer: (He rubs his eyes and walks downstairs) Uugh...

Billy: HEY SPENCE!!

Spencer: Billy, will you tone it down? It's too early...

Billy: It's almost 11! Wakey-wakey, bro! We've got STUFF to do! Like make breakfast!

Spencer: YOU can make breakfast... (He sighs) I think I need a break today.

Billy: Yeah, breakfast!! How many people are here? (He counts and walks into the kitchen)

-- --

John: (He shakes his head) @////@ What? No, no, I'm okay. Heh heh... Ahem... okay, let's just go... (He takes Aeolus's hand and disappears in a gust of wind) Hup-- (He appears in his house) (He lands with Aeolus) Oh yeah, my real house is kinda destroyed... soo right now, we're in a timeline where it's not destroyed. Neat, right? :B (He takes Aeolus's hand and runs upstairs into his room) This is my old room. Wow, I haven't been in here in forever... (He turns to Aeolus) Oh, and um... you know... you're totally welcome! For taking you in! I mean, I just don't understand why nobody would want someone like you! You're great, and... (He blushes and turns away) and... yeah! (He grins) Well, come here... I can't believe you finally have a body that I can hug! :3 (He hugs Aeolus and sighs) @//@'

-- --

Sal: (She giggles and looks at Riku) Well? xD

Juri: (She giggles) ^o^

Riku: Wha-- (He holds his face in his hands and blushes) Oh, very well. Really, I don't have a say in what my son does with his life... (He smiles) I suppose there's no problem at all.

Shuji: Wow... really?!

Riku: Of course. (He sighs) Just don't do anything rash, young man.

Shuji: I promise I won't... do anything like that. Er... sir. (He smiles and hugs Roku) This is great! Haha! Say, say... what's Shinma's beach actually?

Riku: Oh, it's just an event. You'll soon see. Now, I really need to get to repairing the town...

Sal: Umm, actually... I kiiinda already did that ^^'

Riku: Oh, you did?

Sal: Yup! I saw the wreckage and used my healing staff... I didn't think it would actually work though o.o

Riku: You have my gratitude.... Gods, for I am exhausted from the spell I had to use on the Creator... but anyway. Let's--

Juri: AH-- Oow? (She holds her stomach) ^^''''' Oh my...

Sal: Jui, are you okay?! D: (She runs over to her)

Riku: (He smiles and turns to Dana) Do you think...? (He walks over to Juri with Dana)

Juri: Hiro, I think, ummm.... you won't have to wait for much longer actually! Um, yay? @.@ (She whines in pain) O-ow...

Shuji: Uh oh... Er, are there any doctors in here?

Juri: Dana...! I think you might need to help me with this ;w; (She squeezes Hiro's hand)

-- --

Feferi: (She grins and waves as Bianca zooms off) Heehee.. She's so cute.

Eridan: Uh, REALLY Fef?

Feferi: (She folds her arms and grumbles) Oh, ERIDAN, just be quiet! Go be a sad, sad, little troll in your own stupid dream bubble! >8c

Eridan: Wwhatevver, I'll just go do that then. Humph. I can't believve I havve to hang out wwith you losers. (He floats away)

Feferi: He is SUCH a sour pickle! >8O Ugh! (She sighs) Anyway... I totally need to pick out a cute beach outfit now. Hmmm... I don't really know much about fashion... Kanaya, help me 8O You like fashion, right? What do humans think look "cute"?

Kanaya: Hmm... Well, I'll just have to help you pick an outfit. Let me see what you have in your wardrobe, Feferi.

Feferi: Okay!! 8D (She appears with Kanaya in her underwater room and opens her closet) Hmm, well...

Kanaya: (She holds her breath and chokes) ......

Feferi: OOPS!! (She touches Kanaya's neck and gives her gills) There, these are only temporary though ^^'

Kanaya: (She blinks) ...Well, I suppose this is fine... Although my outfit is getting wet. Let me have a look at your wardrobe, Feferi. (She opens Feferi's closet and looks) ..........

Feferi: .... So? What should I wear? 8O

Kanaya: Feferi. I'm afraid these are all the same outfits.

Feferi: Oh... Well yeah, but I have different accessories!! Right?

Kanaya: ....I'm going to bring you some outfits. Several outfits. I cannot believe your choice of style.

Feferi: Aww, o-KAY.. But make sure it's something that humans like 8O

Kanaya: Humans? So you are planning on attending that beach festivity with that human girl.

Feferi: (She folder her arms) Um, so? There's nothing wrong with that! I r-EEL-y like her, okay? And also, it's at the BEACH. I can't say no to a beach. 8c

Kanaya: If I were you, I would be careful. Don't take her on any of your underwater missions. Or whatever... They are too dangerous for a human.

Feferi: Yeah, I won't ^^' Sigh... it would be fun to bring her along, though...

Kanaya: .........

Feferi: Okay, okay! I won't! Highblood's honor... (She sighs) .....Just show me some outfits already ^^'

Kanaya: Very well.

-- --

Dirk: (He places his sword in the cabinet behind them) Huh? Oh, that's right. Little man. Go and do that. I'm serious.

Dave: ......... (He looks away) Man, I don't know. What if I just end up saying shit wrong?

Dirk: Dude, I believe in you. Now, go. (He roughly pats Dave's back)

Dave: Shit, man... fine. I'll just have to try and not humiliate myself. (He walks into his room where Nick is)

Dirk: (He picks up Seth and carries him into his room) Okay, let's get this thing off. ...What? You asked. (He chuckles)

Kitty: (She smiles) Well, I'm glad everything is okay o.o Everyone is all happy now... (She sighs) ...Hm? (She looks at an outfit that Showanna put on the bed) Wow... hey, Showanna, I think you should try this one! It's cool and flowy :3 You would look great! (She looks up at Showanna) Hmm, you know? I just realized you are so much taller than me :3 (Her ear twitches)

-- --

Zieg: Wow! That's so exciting. Being accepted into a college is such a nice feeling... (He sighs)

Coco: WOHh, yeah party?! What parrty?! I wanna go!!! (She gulps down another drink) AHH, well I'm done... Yum yum...

Mituna: (He clings onto Ridge's back) WH3R3'5TH THE P4RGY??

Zieg: Oh, yes, I've heard a bit about Shinma's beach... umm, sort of. I hear it's quite the gathering! I'm afraid I've never been, though...

Coco: Yo, Zieg, ohmygod.... YOU should go, of all people. I mean DUH!! You'll finally getg a partner!! I mean... (She hiccups) Isn't that whag you've always wanted @.@ I can't remember.

Zieg: (He sighs) Um, no. I suppose it isn't. But anyway, I really hope you don't need medical attention, sister.

Coco: Pfffffffffft, oh I'm fiiiinee...... (She hiccups) I wana go home... But I also wanna go to the party... x.x OOOH, ZIEG!! You should totally go to Shinma's beach... and-- find your self a real BAD guy!! Pfft-- (She laughs) xDDD

Zieg: (He blushes and folds his arms) Oh, for pete's sake sister! I don't think I will go, after all! You've subtly convinced me!

Cronus: Avw, c'mon, tvwinkles. It'll be a good experience for ya.

Coco: Nonono, I'm for real! You should goo... (She yawns) You're such a loser, I mean... you totally should make some friends... =w=

Zieg: (He looks away) Honestly, I'm just fine with my current friends...

Coco: Geez I'll convince you somehow =n= (She waves) Anyway, let's go... I'm gonna barf if I don't get outta here...

Zieg: Oh, of course. (He sighs and walks out with everyone) Well, this was quite the time... (He smiles) I hope we can all meet like this again.

Coco: Oh but we will!!! (She laughs) You're coming to the beach with us Zieg >:3

-- --

Rose: I'll see if I can't take time off from cat demon patrol. (She sighs) ...It would be a nice break.

Zion: Right, that thing's still here, isn't it? (He looks at Mealina) Yeah, what was with Rauel? Huh. Well, anyway... that's right, how did you meet the trolls before, Rose?

Rose: Huh? Well... there's this whole thing called Sburb, and we talked there... it's probably too complicated for me to explain right now. But we somehow got connected to each other from different universes.

Zion: Heh, I probably wouldn't get it even if you explained it to me... all this alternate universe stuff. I don't get it.

Rose: It does seem a bit far-fetched. But anyway... (She pushes Albino slightly) I'll think about going with you, I suppose. (She smiles and shakes her head) I just need to get rid of--

Zion: (He holds up a cat-like demon from it's neck) Hey, Rose, what's this?

Rose: (She gasps and stands up) Zion!!

Zion: Huh? Wha? Oh, wait... could this be--? ^^'

Rose: (She sighs) ....Of course... I've been trying for days to get rid of it.

Zion: (He squeezes its neck and watches as it dissolves) There ya go.

Rose: (She sighs) I guess my power just isn't enough to take care of a demon. Thank you.

Zion: Hey, don't mention it. Phew... (He looks down as Zach sleeps) Hey Mealina, I think we should get home. Look at Zach... heh heh.

Rose: How adorable.

Zion: Well, see ya. Drop by our place sometime, too! (He waves and heads out with Zach and Mealina)

Rose: Of course. Please be careful. (She gets hugged by Mealina and smiles then hugs her) I'll visit you.

Zion: Take care! (He grins and walks out with Mealina)

Rose: (She smiles) ...... (She turns back to Albino then sits next to him) I guess we'll be going together, then. I don't have a problem with it. (She looks at him and smiles) I guess I've quite missed you, actually. It's been a while.

-- --

Rei: I-I'm ready! o///o (He looks down unsurely at his outfit) Umm, does it look okay? You look great yourself .///.

nurse: D-doctor! (She huffs) ...Phew... oh, finally... There you are... what splendid outfits you two are wearing.

Rei: Hello :3 What's the matter?

nurse: Your patient... the Brandon one! He's all better! How?! D: He's walking and talking!! And breathing!

Rei: Huh? Oh! (He giggles) ^^' Um, well... I... used the right treatment, then! Ehehe...

nurse: But..! (She thinks) My word... you really are a great doctor! (She walks out) Amazing! Simply incredible! I cannot wait to be a doctor!

Rei: (He sighs) I-it's so hard to explain magic to humans... I'm just not going to bother o.o' Well, are we all ready to go? Mr handsome :3 (He kisses Katsumi's cheek)

-- --

Haddock: Er, me? (He blushes) Er, well I... that is... err... my days on the sea? Hrm, funny... somehow, I've forgotten for a moment...

Calculus: Oh, dear me, Captain! Who is this divine lady? You must introduce me!

Tintin: (He looks back at Haddock and Mrs. Cunningham) Heh heh... I think she's taken a liking to the captain. (He walks out with Brandon)

Snowy: (He nuzzles Langster and pants) /Wow, I wouldn't mind being a human again! It would be so much fun to just walk around!/ :3 (He looks around and sees a store with electronics for sale) /What on earth? Langster, your future sure is strange... just what are those?/ o.o

Tintin: Hmm... Well, we should go check. You said there's someone still there? (He smiles and nods at Brandon) Let's head around this way to the restaurant. We'll see if miss Apologetic is alright. (He walks along the sidewalk with Brandon and notices a store) Oh, my... what is...?  (He looks at another store) ...? (He sees an electronic signpost) ...Is that... a television?

Snowy: (He turns back into a human and trips) WHoa! Great scot! @.@ (His legs shake)

Tintin: (He gasps and looks at Snowy) Oh, Snowy! You're a person again. Gracious, this is just as unsettling as the first time...

Snowy: (He grabs onto Tintin) Tintin, I can't believe you can walk this way all the time! D: And you too, Brandon!

Tintin: Well, it's not too hard, once you get used to it, Snowy.

Snowy: (He turns into a dog again) /Phew! That's better.../ (He looks at Langster) /Say, why do you think it did that again?/ :O

Tintin: That's strange...

-- --

Jade: Aww, hi there :3 (She waves at Roku's child) Hmm... I think I'm a little worried about Ryou now ^^'

Dave: Yeah, same. I'll check on Ryou and then see how Nick's doing. Damn, I really just wanted to take Nick home with me...

Jade Ooh, Dave... Come on, just get with him for life already >:3

Dave: Yeah, I know. Tch, can't ever find the right damn moment...

Jade: Well, you won't have me around to help you after this summer 'cause I gotta go back to school :O I'm just volunteering here for the summer weekends, you know? And so is Ryou :B

Dave: Yeah, that's right... Damn. You two better visit sometimes. I'm gonna miss my little bros. (He smiles)

Jade: Aww, of course we will! :3

Dave: I'll be right back. (He walks out)

Sal: (She peeks in at the entrance with her two toddlers) o.o Hello?

Jade: Hey, it's Sal :3

Sal: (She walks in with them) Oh I'm so glad I'm at the right place :O

???: DADAAYY!!! (She jumps onto Malik's back) >:D

Sal: Lily, quiet down a little :o There are people working.

Lily: (She talks quietly and covers Malik's eyes) Dadaayyy =w= WOO!

??? 2: (He folds his arms) Lily, stop it... (He grumbles and holds Sal's hand) Mommy, she's being too noisy...

Lily: Stupid Inigo >:T

Inigo: (He pouts and looks away) ....

Sal: Oh, it's okay, at least she quieted down a little o.o Now, Lily, don't tease your brother... (She walks over to Malik) Hello honey :3 Roku and I are here to visit.

Inigo: (He runs over and hugs Malik) Dad ;~;

Lily: (She hops down from Malik's shoulders) Daddy Inigo's being a crybaby :O

Inigo: I am not... :c

Lily: Crybaby ^o^ (She pinches Inigo's cheeks)

Inigo: (He pinches Lily's cheeks) Whwhahhg sshtop it....

Lily: You shtopt it!

Sal: You two :c (She kneels down to them) Um... Hmm... (She smiles) So, who wants to get ice cream when we leave? :3

Lily: (She gasps and lets go of Inigo) Yeah, me! Me me ME :O (She raises her hand)

Inigo: Mrgh-- (He folds his arms) Me...!

Jade: Pff- haha, that always worked on me as a kid. Nice going Sal xD

Sal: (She sighs) Well, it's not too hard to calm them down ^^' Sometimes...

Lily: Mommy hold me pleeease :O (She reaches up to Sal)

Sal: Oh, all right... (She picks up Lily) Malik, how are you doing :3 (She kisses his cheek)

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Ryou: (He turns away) Awah...? Uh... I-I don't understand.... (He blushes more) But no, I-I'm fine... Stephan, I... think that's amazing! You've been raised by a robot... wow... (He looks at Stephan) /...Huh? Did I say something wrong...?/

???: MIHASHI!!!! OOOOOIII! (He runs over to them)

Ryou: Ta-- Tajima?!

Tajima: Hey! Hey, Mihashi! I knew you'd be here! Our game starts tomorrow! Let's go get ready, c'mon! (He shakes Ryou) We're going to Kazuya after the game tomorrow to eat! With the WHOLE TEAM!! (He releases Ryou)

Ryou: Oh... (He holds his head) Right... Kazuya... K-kazuya...

Tajima: Hey, who's that? (He points at Stephan) Your business friend or something?

Ryou: (He blushes) Oh, I--... he's--... y-yes...

Dave: (He walks over to them) Hey, what's happening?

Ryou: Dave!! Um, I have to....

Tajima: Mihashi's gotta play baseball! We're gonna win this! (He gives a peace sign at Dave's face)

Dave: (He chuckles) Oh, shit, sounds awesome.

Ryou: Bu--.... but...

Tajima: What's wrong? C'mon, let's get there before everyone else and prank them! Heh heh... I just caught some beetles! Let's stick 'em in their helmets!

Ryou: (He shivers) Tajima, that's horrible...

Dave: (He pats Ryou's back) Aw, go ahead. Don't leave your bros hanging.

Ryou: Well-- but... volunteer work... I didn't help much today...

Dave: (He chuckles) What'd I tell you? You really don't need to come here every weekend to sort out my papers. I'll do that myself. Heck, summer's almost over, isn't it? You won't be coming here next month.

Ryou: Oh...! Yes... (He looks down)

Tajima: Hah, that's right! We're playing in the tournament again! Yeah!! (He fist pumps) Holy crap, I'm excited! Right, Mihashi?!

Ryou: Y-yeah! I can't wait! Dave, our team is going to take Koushien's championship!

Tajima: Yeah, yeah! (He grins) Me and Mihashi have the same goal! We only got best 8 out of 126 last year! Those Bijou guys were really playing dirty so we lost 11 to 6! Kahh, that made it really awesome though!

Dave: Baseball, huh? Sweet. Remind me to go to one of your games.

Ryou: You--you will?!

Dave: Hell yeah, I will. I'm cheering for you, buddy. So, you got any soon?

Ryou: Yeah...! Actually, it's um....

Tajima: We're gonna play at our very own Nishiura high school! Right there! Tomorrow at 9am sharp! (He points at the school a few blocks away)

Dave: I'll see if I can make it for a while. Sounds cool.

Ryou: Waaa... thank you!

Tajima: Anyway, we need more cheering! Man, ever since Hamada left, it's been terrible~

Dave: Aw, hell. I'll cheer for you.

Tajima: Yeah! Just yell your lungs out! Thanks! Anyway, see ya, suit guys! (He grins at Dave and Stephan)

Ryou: Dave, goodbye! (He bows to Dave) I...I'm going to stop by here next Saturday too!

Dave: Alright. (He chuckles) See ya. (He pats Ryou's head)

Ryou: Yes...! (He turns to Stephan and fidgets) B--... bye...! (He blushes and then bows)

Tajima: Woohoo! Let's work extra hard today! (He runs off)

Ryou: (He runs off with Tajima) Okay...!

Dave: (He waits until Ryou and Tajima are farther away and folds his arms) So... (He looks at Stephan) If you like him, I got no problem. Just be nice to him, if that's possbile for you.

???: (She peeks from behind the corner and looks around) Is... is this the right place? I forgot... (She walks along the sidewalk) Umm...

Dave: Oh, look at that. It's his mom. This could be a great oppurtunity. (He smirks at Stephan)

???: (She gasps) David! (She quickly walks over to him) Oh, thank you so much for taking care of Ryou for the while.

Dave: No problem, Naoe. (He smiles)

Naoe: (She smiles and bows to Dave and looks up at Stephan) Oh, how do you do? You must work here, too. I'm so glad to meet new faces around here. (She takes his hand and shakes it) Oh, I'm so sorry if Ryou causes trouble, he can be a handful sometimes. Hee hee hee. (She continues shaking his hand)

Dave: /Er, well, Stephan doesn't work here. But I'd feel kinda bad if I corrected her. Heh.../ Hey, you looking for him? He just went around there.

Naoe: (She gasps) Yes! RYOU! (She waves and runs after them) Ryouuuu! Come here, please!

Tajima: Huh? What's that sound? A bird? (He looks around)

Ryou: M-mom!

Naoe: Ryou, be careful with your glasses, okay? Here, let me see them... (She takes them off of his face)

Ryou: (He squints) .....? (He blinks and looks around) ...

Naoe: Oh, they're a little cracked... I'll take them home with me so they don't get damaged :O Can you still see?

Ryou: (He rubs his eyes) Yes... (He blinks)

Naoe: Well, I'm going home now. Ryou, be home on time, okay? :O Ooh, and I just can't wait to cut that hair of yours. It's going to be so much fun!

Ryou: Okay...? Wait, no!

Naoe: Oh, but you need one so badly! It's always getting in your way during baseball, isn't it? And it's so hot :O

Tajima: Yeah, how do you do it?! I'd die with long hair!

Ryou: ... (He sighs) Oh, okay...

Naoe: Okay, then it's settled! Bye, Ryou! Take care! Byee! (She waves as she walks off)

Ryou: (He waves) Bye, mom!

Tajima: Seeya, Mrs Mihashi! Well then, let's go! .... (He thinks) ...? OH!! Aw crap, I forgot my practice uniform! Momokan's gonna kill me! I'll see you at practice, Mihashi! (He quickly dashes off in the other direction) This sucks!

Ryou: So fast...! Um-- (He shouts) Be-- be careful!!

Tajima: Yeah!! I'll be fine! (He trips over his shoelace and falls on his face) UWOH! (He stands back up and runs off) I'm okay!

Ryou: (He waves worriedly at Tajima) ....

Dave: (He chuckles) ...Oh, hey. (He roughly pats Stephan's back) Go ask him out or something before he leaves. ...Oh, come on, don't look at me like that. I know you're into him. Later. (He walks back inside)

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Dave: (He walks into the office that Nick is in) Hey, uh-- .... (He looks at him) ......Yo, if you need a break, take one. It's all good with me. (He chuckles and walks over to Nick and notices the paper) Heh... yeah, luckily we've got some extras to spare. Don't worry about it. (He moves Nick's hair from his face and strokes his cheek) Look... I've got something for you when we get back home. It's just... a little... something. (He clears his throat and turns away) You can go ahead and check out if you need some time to get ready. Day's almost over.

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Karkat: Oh... wow, I guess you're right. (He blushes as Cloud hugs him) Hrm... Well, that's okay with me. I just hope I can keep up with these elemental customs... and human parenting...

Gamzee: AWW shit, bro. That means you're MY....

Karkat: Augh, don't even say it!! (He facepalms)

Gamzee: You're my motherfuckin human-mother-in-law... oh shit... (He laughs) Bro... That is just insane...

Karkat: Yeah, yeah, at least you'll have to listen to everything I say. Like, wash your fucking pants!

Gamzee: :o( But I don't wanna....

Karkat: Well, that's too bad. I told you to do it! That's how human parenting works, right? I am your superior! (He folds his arms) Wow, such power.

Gamzee: Aww, fiiiine.... I'm going over to Lady's hometown so I'd better get changed into... into... somethin' :o)

Karkat: Lady, I think you should pick his clothes out. Please.

Gamzee: Naw, naw, I got this.... I got something here... bro, for real, check this motherfuckin' magic out...

Karkat: What? What are you doing?

Gamzee: (He starts taking off his pants)

Karkat: WHOA!! (He grabs Gamzee by his horn) Gamzee, you're not taking your fucking filthy pants off right now!

Gamzee: But... :o(

Karkat: No. (He sighs) Lady... please take care of your idiot husband.

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Craig: ...Really? You want to stay here in the rainforest, Stan? No offense Jake.

Jake: Oh, none taken, really ^^' It's quite all right if some of you need to leave. I'm certain someone is able to escort you home...

Cartman: You assholes! You left me!

Craig: Oh yeah, sorry. You're alive, right?

Cartman: Uh, BARELY! You fucking douchebags! I'll get you!

Kyle: Oh, whatever. Look, before we do anything, our parents are probably freaking out and looking for us. Let's go home first. Then we can just... uh... I dunno. Come back?

Butters: Buh-- but fellas... my dad's gonna make me eat dog food again! I can't do it!

Cartman: (He laughs) Ew, sick, Butters.

Jake: Erm, well, we can't have that. Good gracious... I'm sorry to say, but I believe you should all be getting home for now. I'll see if I can't get you to Shinma's beach somehow, though. (He smiles)

Butters: (He sighs in relief) .... (He looks at Phobos) Oh, uh, hi! Are you okay, there?

Sollux: (He holds Yolanda's hand) 2o, what'2 that again?

Jake: Shinma's beach? I believe it's a gathering... I hear it's quite fun! And there are many performers... and such...

Sollux: And you're performing, huh? (He turns to Yolanda) I'll come, then. I mean, if that'2 alright. I don't really know if they allow troll2.

Jake: I'm sure they wouldn't mind, right? (He nods)

Palutena: (She appears again) Hello again... I'm sorry, I must have forgotten something here. Erm... (She looks around sees Earth) Oh, my... could you be?

Jake: Oh, do you know Earth, Lady Palutena?

Palutena: Earth?! My goodness... (She walks over to Earth and looks down to her and takes her hands) So I've been protecting you? My, my... (She smiles)

Jake: I see! Lady Palutena, you've been protecting Earth for many milleniums!

Palutena: Yes. And I've never had the honor of meeting this Earth. The elemental Earth. (She blushes and looks down to her) And what an adorable element.

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Henry: Oooh... (He looks around) Nya ha ha! This is so great!

sailor: Arrgh... (He approaches Henry) Mate, you a spy?! What's with that there getup, eh?

Henry: Who, me? I'm not a spy. Honest! Haha!

sailor: (He draws his blade) I'll teach ya to talk back, ye spy! (He stabs Henry in the abdomen)

Henry: Whee hee hee! Yowch!

sailor: (He forcefully takes the blade out) Get outta here if ye know what's good fer ya! I'm gettin my group. We're gonna rough yer pretty little head up. (He stomps off) MEN!!!

Henry: I'm pretty? Aww, really? (He holds the wound then looks at the blood on his hands) Ooooooh..... it hurts... so nice...

Galanus: (He appears on the ship) Phew! Henry, I found you--! Wh-whoa... (He looks around) Ummm... (He runs over to Henry) Er, Henry?! What's going on? Did you do this?

Henry: Little brother! Nope! Believe it or not. They're acting all crazy on their own! Ooh, wait... they're being possessed! Teehee!

Cecil: (He cleans one of the ship's railing and hums) .... (He sees Galanus and Henry) Oh! Some new crew? Hehe! Where on earth did my husband go? (He looks around) Oh, Mr Fox?

Galanus: Oh, could this be?! The sunken ship owned by Captain Elijah Z. Warhog?! Wow! (He looks around) Um... but I wonder why we're not affected, Henry.

Henry: Maybe we're just not pirate enough!

Galanus: Well, maybe. As much as I'd love to let this go on... I mean... it's so awesome! Buut... I think I need to cleanse this place. It seems so... toxic. Eurgh... I feel a little woozy...

Henry: Aww, but it's fun! C'moon. I'll tell captain Braho on you if you do! Nya ha! Ooh, actually, he's right there.

crow: (it sits on Henry's shoulder and caws)

Galanus: The captain? (He turns around and looks up at Braho) U-ummm... ^^' A...hoy...?

Henry: Galanus is trying to sabatoge your ship, captain! Hahaha!

Galanus: N-n-no! I'm not! (He sighs) Um, but this is actually really dangerous... I do need to cleanse you guys. Sorry.

Henry: Aww, man. I was having a great time. But I guess it's true, actually. Your life force is being slowly drained away! (He pokes Braho's chest) Feel it? It's sucking the life right out of you! Heehee! The souls possessing you are feeding on your life force like leeches! Oooh, leeechesss....

Galanus: Wha-- what?! No way! H-hang on! I'll save you guys! (He takes out his staff but gets grabbed by Braho) Noo! I'm trying to help! Pleeeeease! ;O;

Henry: (He sighs) Aw, I guess I have to do it. Bo-riiing. (He takes Galanus's staff and casts the spell) Bye bye! (He waves to the sailors as they disappear)

Galanus: (He gasps as Braho falls over) Oh... sorry...

Henry: (He watches as Cecil, Carlos and Miku fall over) ....

Galanus: (He sighs in relief) Phew... at least they're safe... but that was awesome! They were... the real crew! Wow...!

Henry: (He hands the staff to Galanus) I didn't know WHAT was going on! (He laughs)

Galanus: Well... it was... so... so awesome!! *O* (He tucks his staff into his belt) I'll go wake them up! (He runs over to Cecil Miku and Carlos)

Henry: (He kneels down to Braho) Helloo? (He smiles and pokes his cheek) Wakey wakey! ..... (He stands up and takes off his cape and puts it over Braho's entire body) Look, Galanus! He's dead! Hahaha!

Galanus: Oh, very funny... (He gently shakes Carlos and Miku) Umm, hello? Are you okay?

Cecil: (He groans and sits up) AUGH. My head! (He points at Henry) This was HIS doing, wasn't it?!

Henry: Pfft-- Teehee! You're just like Galanus! But no. It wasn't me. (He sits down next to Braho)

Galanus: Yes, surprisingly it wasn't my brother... this ship is haunted! And it's amazing...! (He sighs) Wow! :O

Cecil: Oh, well, that's great and all. (He kneels down to Carlos) Sweetieee, are you okay? Oh, you look so good in that. You should keep it on. (He kisses Carlos's cheek)

Henry: (He takes his cape from Braho's body) Hey, you're still not awake? Don't make me hex you in your sleep! Nya ha!

Galanus: Oh Henry, don't... you don't need any more enemies ^^' Check his pulse or something.

Henry: Ooo-kay... And how would I do that?

Galanus: (He sighs) No way! Henry, I taught you just a few days ago! :C Jeez... then just listen to his heartbeat. You know how to do that, right?

Henry: Yessir! Okay, let's see here... (He listens to the right side of Braho's chest) Hmmm... well, he sounds pretty dead to me.

Galanus: Henry... his heart is on the LEFT side x.x

Henry: Really? Haha! (He moves to the left and listens) ...Oh, there it is! Is that what it sounds like? Mmm... coool...

Galanus: Er, Henry... I think he's awake now o.o

Henry: (He lifts his head and smiles at Braho) G'morning! What took you so long?

Galanus: He was out a little bit longer than you others... Maybe the ghost possessing him was a little more powerful :O

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Tavros: (He holds Suavity's gem) But... uh, where'd he go? Wait, did you kill him?

Case: (He gasps) /Tavros...! Someone is gonna need to calm him down.../

Tavros: I know he was in pain, but was there nothing else you could do?! If he's dead now... (He starts crying) No... Where is he?!

???: (He walks in) Oh, it seems this is where that aura was coming from. (He looks around) Oh no... Some of the elements are already dying out... this isn't good!

Case: (He signs to Kasuni) ("What will happen when we restore it? Can we revive them somehow?")

Tavros: (He stands up slowly with his robot legs) Ow... That's it, I'm outta here... (He holds the gem closely)

???: Oh! Is that an elemental gem I see? Well, maybe I can help you at least talk to them for the time being. But only through the gem.

Tavros: Wh-what?

???: See, these gems connect directly to the voice of the elements. (He puts his hand on Suavity's gem)

Tavros: ...? (He hears Suavity's voice) H-huh? Uh, Suavity?!

???: (He picks up Magic's gem and allows her to speak through the gem) Hi in there! (He hands the gem to H2O) So... there's a way to revive them, isn't there? These gems are way too young to be out of their host already...

Tavros: (He looks at ???) Oh, thank you! /I mean, even though he's still dead... I can talk to him.../ Uh... who are you?

Galanus: I'm Galanus. (He puts his spellbook back into his bag) Glad I could help!

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Snake: (He turns away)  /I'm not any better at spouting my feelings than him, I guess./ (He notices Villy and Val clinging to the top of the elevator) ...

Villy: Suuper ss-s-s-scaarryy elevator ;O;

Val: Why did I come along anyway... ;m;

Snake: You know, you guys don't have to stay here. You can go back to your--

Val & Villy: (They fall down from the ceiling)

Villy: Nooo! We're a-okay! ^O^

Val: Yes, I feel better already! Hurk...

Villy: Mr. Steam, where are we going? I am sooo super excited 8D ....(She shrieks as the elevator bumps) OOOH ^o^''''''''''''

Val: I-I'm excited too... that must be the reason my stomach is churning! (He quickly floats out as the elevator door opens) F-freedom...

Villy: (She zooms out) I'm free from the elevator ;O;

Snake: (He walks out behind them with Steam) All right, let's go.

Villy: Ehh? Can't we take a break? That was sooo scary >o>

Val: Yes... a break...

Snake: You wanna stay here? We'll go without you, then.

Villy: Oooh we'll be your loyal watchdogs! Sooo fun ^o^ (She runs around and looks out the windows with Val)

Snake: Uh, I guess they'll be fine... Let's go. (He holds Steam's shoulder) Hold on, something's here.

Villy: Mechon monster at 10oclock! x.x (She points at it)

mechon: (It makes noises and roars)

Val: Ahhh....! (He hides behind Villy)

mechon: (It oozes black and lunges at Snake and Steam)

Snake: (He draws a blade from his back sheath and stabs it in the throat) Gr... Ugh... These damn things are huge... how'd it end up here?

mechon: (it shrieks and pushes further toward them)

Snake: It's not giving up... but it's almost finished. (He pulls another blade from his back sheath and looks at Steam) Think you can use this? Careful, it's heavy. (The mechon pushes him even more) Damn... You're gonna need to get it from behind. Be careful-- gr. (He pushes the mechon back)

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Sleep: Oooh I do thank you Sir Ankerige... I feel so much better already.... No, no, I have nothing to say... (He tiredly lies on the ground) But beware, once I sleep it is impossible to wake me up... hehe...

Mei: Are you sure you wanna sleep on the floor like that? o.o

Sleep: ...? What do you mean...?

Mei: I mean... Don't you usually sleep on a bed e.e'

Sleep: Hmm... No... I sleep in my mother's castle, be it the floor or anywhere else... Of course I used the bed sometimes.... (He closes his eyes) But I fall asleep so frequently so it's impossible to run to the bed every time, you know....?

Mei: Oh. Well I guess that explains it o.o

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Tomo: (He sighs) Uh, Gino, I-- (He turns to Gino and his eyes turn hollow and white)

Sp. Tomo: ((Wh-- hey! Why am I a spirit again?! I was in my body just a second ago...))

Tomo's body: (He stands up and grabs his shooting staff from his belt and sprouts angel wings)

Sp. Tomo: ((That beast thing must have already replaced my soul with... something else!))

Tomo's body: (He flies up and busts a hole in the roof)

Sp. Tomo: ((Hey, get back here!)) (He runs over to Gino) ((Uhh, I'm gonna go try and stop... myself. And thanks, okay? For saving me. (He mutters and blushes) and whatever... We'll talk later. See ya!)) (He sprouts wings and flies through the hole in the roof)

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The beast: Oh, my, my, this will simply not do~ That pesky reaper. (He chuckles) Well, let's see how you fare once the chaos kin finds your soul, boy. (He releases an alien creature from a bottle) Go, now, my little ball of chaos.

Chaos kin: (It shrieks and quickly dashes off)

The beast: That troublesome little angel Tomo is always getting in the way. He's not even a full angel, is he? (He chuckles) Without his goddess Palutena and his fathers Miku and Kenji that boy sure is useless, eh...?

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Tomo's body: (He lands in a town) ...

???: Hey, that you, Tomo? (He walks over to Tomo's body) ...Uh...

Tomo's body: (He shoots at ???)

???: Whoa! Hey, what's wrong with you?!

Tomo's body: (He shoots at buildings and summons other monsters)

???: Tomo, get ahold of yourself! (He gets shot at) Don't tell me that chaos kin is back... (He runs off) Great...

people: (They run away and scream)

Sp. Tomo: (He appears in the middle of a dirt road) (( (He sighs) So much for being more careful.... Okay, where is he? Or... where am I?...))

????: [(She speaks from the heavens) Uh oh. What've you gotten youself into now, Tomo?]

Sp. Tomo: ((Huh? Lady Palutena!! Man, am I glad to hear from you!... Wow... It's been a long time!))

Palutena: [(She smiles) It sure has. But right now we need to talk about what's going on with your body.]

Sp. Tomo: (( (He groans) That's just it! I DON'T know!))

Palutena: [It seems like it's being possessed. But... Oh no. I think I know exactly what's going on. Tomo, you need to get out of there--! Look out!]

Sp. Tomo: (He turns around) ((Huh?!))

Chaos kin: (It sees Sp. Tomo and hisses) (It runs towards him and swallows him)

Sp. Tomo: ((GAH! Nasty! Hey, let me go!))

Chaos kin: (It spits out a ring and quickly runs back to the forest)

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Sp. Tomo: ((Uhh… Where am I? Lady Palutena? Can you hear me?.. The last thing I remember is that alien thing… but then…)) … ((Hey… what’s that? Is it… a ring? My head is all foggy… And… why is the name Chaos Kin stuck in my brain?))

little girl: (She picks up the ring) … (She smiles and looks at it)

Sp. Tomo: ((Whoa, whoa— what’s happening? Either I’m crazy, or… I’m the ring! (He sighs) Augh, I can’t just sit around! I have to try and do... something!))

little girl: (She puts the ring on)

Sp. Tomo: ((Okay… move!))

little girl (Tomo): (She moves her hand and starts walking)

Sp. Tomo: ((She’s moving! I’m— I’m moving her! So… I can control anyone who wears this ring?  I hope she doesn’t mind if I borrow her feet for just a little bit! I have to find out what happened. (He grunts) This isn’t easy… It feels like I’m wearing a suit of armor. That’s too small. >:/ (He sighs) ..Man... I miss my parents. I'm gonna go home after all this is over with.))

little girl (Tomo): (She looks at the town)

Sp. Tomo: ((Hey… what’s happenening here? This town looks like it’s in trouble. I should go and see if there’s anything I can do. I hate to put this little girl in danger, but… other people in the town might need help.))

little girl (Tomo): (She trips and the ring falls off) …!

Sp.Tomo: ((Oof!))

little girl: (She runs away)

Sp. Tomo: ((Oh— no nononoo!))

dog: ….(he sniffs around) … (he picks up the ring with his mouth)

Sp. Tomo: ((I… guess I’m a dog now. This is getting weirder and weirder… But where’d the little girl go? Hmm. She must have run off.))

dog (Tomo): (He runs to the town)

Sp. Tomo: ((Anyway… On to the town! I gotta be careful not to drop the ring. So that means no more mouth breathing. And no crazy barking. And no eating delicious garbage off the ground…. not that I would, of course!))

dog (Tomo): (He runs into the town and looks around)

Tomo’s body: (He shoots at buildings and people)

Sp. Tomo: ((Hey… That looks like… like me!))

dog (Tomo): (He runs away from Tomo’s body)

Sp. Tomo: ((Oh, man—this can’t be happening! Who am I attacking? And who’s controlling me?! Everything’s gone off the rails… now what am I supposed to do? Take myself down?… I guess I don’t have a choice!))

dog (Tomo): (He sniffs the air)

Sp. Tomo: ((Hey… something smells really good. This new sniffer is really doing its job. Is that garbage? Beef garbage? Man… I am SO hungry! Why am I craving garbage?…))

dog (Tomo): (He drools and sniffs the air)

Sp. Tomo: ((Oh— no no no! Stop drooling! Stop drooling! Augh, the slobber’s getting the ring all wet! Ugh, I’m grossing myself out...))

dog (Tomo): (He stops) ...

Sp. Tomo: ((All the people are hiding... that's good. I don't want to put any of them in danger by possessing them, though. What do I do?... Wait, I know!))

dog (Tomo): (He runs off)

Palutena: [Tomo, is... that you?]

Sp. Tomo: ((Heh heh. Long story...))

Palutena: [It looks like you've been turned into a chaos ring. This is... strangely familiar.]

Sp. Tomo: ((Huh? How so?))

Palutena: [Oh-- nevermind. Where are you going?]

Sp. Tomo: ((I need to defeat myself and get that fake soul out of me! So, I'm gonna go see if Gino will put this ring on. He can get that thing out!))

Palutena: [Hmm. Are you sure you can trust him?]

Sp. Tomo: ((Yeah... I dunno. I'm sure he won't mind! I mean, he turned into a real jerk and all, but... It's fine. I guess it's like... I can always depend on him or something. You know?))

Palutena: [(She hums) Well, if you say so. Be careful. I'm going to send centurions to defeat all those monsters in the town. I'll check in on you later.]

Sp. Tomo: ((Sounds like a plan!))

dog (Tomo): (He runs toward Tomo's house then runs in and sees Gino)

Sp. Tomo: ((Gino! Over here! .... Aw... he can't hear me. Wait, don't go!))

dog (Tomo): (He jumps onto Gino)

Sp. Tomo: ((Hey! Hey, how's it going? ... Listen... y-you gotta take this ring! Go on, take it!))

dog (Tomo): (he nuzzles Gino and shows him the ring) !!

Sp. Tomo: (( (He watches as Gino takes it) Yes! Great! Now, put it on!))

dog: (He looks around confused) ...Woof? Woof!!  (He runs out and back to the town)

Sp. Tomo: (( (He watches as Gino looks at the ring) Come on, put it on, put it on! (He groans as Gino puts the ring on a table) Nonono-- pick it back up! Where are you going? Don't go! Don't go, put the ring on! You can always pawn it! It's a little slobbery, but I'm--I'm sure it's... worth a lot! (He sighs) Come on, don't make me beg! PLEASE take the ring! (He watches as Gino finally puts it on) ))

Gino (Tomo): (He moves his hand)

Sp. Tomo: ((Yes! Thank you! ...Woohoo!))

Gino (Tomo): (He fist pumps)

Sp. Tomo: (( (He clears his throat) ...So... you're probably wondering why I possessed you, right? Well, I'm trapped in this ring. And apparently that beast thing put some other soul in my body.... aand it's destroying some town. So can you pleeease help me out here? I hate to make you help me AGAIN, but right now you're the only one!))

-- --

Arrow: (He wipes his eyes) Dark, I'm just as upset as you are. I'm staying out here with you... (He alters into his giant snake form and holds Dark) What happened to our son...? Gino... I'm sorry I couldn't be a better father to you.

// Arrow: (He knocks on Gino's door and walks in) Hey buddy, how's school? You need help with anything? ....Gino? (He looks around) Uh... Dark? Have you seen that mischievous son of ours? Hm. (He walks out)

Skye: (He jumps up on Arrow and hugs him) DAD :3

Arrow: (He laughs) Hey! You're getting pretty good at being stealthy. (He hugs him)

Skye: Yeah! Uh, dad... did you see Gino anywhere?

Arrow: I was just about to ask you... Where did he run off to? I'm getting worried...

--

Arrow: (He sits in bed with Dark and sighs) Hey, are you noticing something off about Gino...? He's just been so secretive lately... I'm not trying to be a nosy parent or anything! I mean, just... d'you think he's okay?

//

Arrow: Gino... What did we do wrong? (He covers his face with his tail)

--

Gokudera: (He kisses Boo's cheek) Heh, sure thing. (He sighs) ...Man, poor Dark... he's gone through so much... (He looks outside at them) ...Though I guess Arrow is the perfect guy for him. (He smiles)

--

Spencer: (He wakes up from the couch and rubs his eyes) .... (He looks at the clock) 3am? (He sighs) Well, I guess I can forget about school tomorrow. Sheesh... (He looks outside at Dark and Arrow) Wh-whoa, are they okay?... Maybe I should check. (He walks downstairs then outside) Uh... hey, you guys. You sure you don't wanna come inside? You okay?

Arrow: (He uncovers his face and smiles at Spencer) We'll be fine. Thank you.

Spencer: Oh... well, okay. Come on inside if you need anything. This place is kind of a mansion. Heh heh.

Arrow: Of course. Thank you very much, Spencer. (He smiles then hides his face with his tail again)

Spencer: (He frowns then walks back inside) /I wonder what happened.../

--

Billy: (He looks at Wind) Heh... Uh, yeah... you're not so bad yourself! ((OH MAN this guy is talking to ME? He's SO DREAMY!!)) Hey, I'll show you around the crib! Oh, and for the record, it's not Spencer's mansion. It's mine.

Spencer: (He walks by) Dude, are you still going on about that?

Billy: Oh yeah?! Who died and said you guys could have it!

Spencer: (He folds his arms) Uh, you literally did.

Billy: (He thinks) Oh, right. Man, I always forget I'm dead sometimes. Wellll, it's still property of  the cobra. (He grabs Wind's arm) Come on bro, let me show you the studio!

Spencer: Maaaybe you should let him get some rest, Billy.

Billy: (He lets go of Wind's arm) Oh, right. Sorry man. I don't actually sleep at all anymore, so I kinda forgot.

Spencer: Well, I'm gonna crash. (He yawns and walks upstairs) Night!

Billy: (He floats over to Wind) Guess I'll see you in the a.m., bro. (He floats awkwardly) Ahem... (He grins) Uhh, g'night! (He zooms through the wall) Phew! I almost made a tool out of myself. (He floats into his studio) ... (He sits in the chair and hangs off of it) Man, what gives? (He scoffs) That guy's just too charming or something. Even to me >8( (He strums his guitar angrily)

cat: (she meows and prowls into the studio) -n-

Billy: (He gasps and puts his guitar down) Meatloaf!! (He zooms over to her and gasps then picks her up) Aww where has my little honey bunny been?! (He kisses her cheek)

Meatloaf: (she licks Billy) -o-

Billy: (He cooes more and snuggles her) Who's a wittle cutey-face?

Meatloaf: (She meows) -w-

Billy: (He laughs then sits with her and sighs) ..... Meatloaf, have you ever liked someone?

Meatloaf: (She meows) -w- (she lies on Billy's lap and purrs)

Billy: Oh yeah-- well I know you like ME.

Meatloaf: (She falls asleep and purrs)

Billy: ...Yeah... I guess you're right. Oh well. (He plays a ballad on his guitar) Lad a-ada~... Hmm mm-m-mm-- (He messes up a chord) Oop, wrong one.

-- --

John: Uh-- Hey, wait a minute! Where'd Aeolus go? I didn't even leave yet :/

Crash. Hmh. Looks like he went somewhere. (He sits down next to Spirit and John)

John: Well, I'm gonna go find him. I wanna show him my room! Then we can get some sleep together! He must be a tired puppy :B (He disappears in a gust of wind)

Crash: Heh. (He walks with Spirit) So, you going somewhere? I'll protect you if that guy's coming for you. I'm one of the seven guardian sages, so it shouldn't be a problem.

--

John: (He appears next to Aeolus) HEY buddy! I just remembered, I have something cool to show you in my room-- uh... (He looks around) Say, where are we? Is that creator clone gone? What'cha doing there, buddy?

-- --

Riku: Dana... (He glares at The Creator) What have you done to her? Where are my sons?

???: (He appears in a dark cloud) Hello Lord Riku, did'ja call me?

Sal: (She huffs and runs up the stairs carrying a spellbook) *huff* I-I'm here... Sheesh, I wish I knew escape magic... (She looks at The Creator) H-hey, is that...?! :O

Riku: Sal, Henry. Good. I told you this time would come, didn't I?

Sal: (She regains her composure) Yes! (She stands next to Riku)

Henry: Oh, yes. Time for a bloodbath! Ha ha!

Riku: Have peace, Henry, we aren't here to murder him. (He takes out his spelbook) We're here to fix his corruption. Have you the spells? (He looks at Sal and Henry)

Sal: (She holds her staff) I'm ready, milord!

Henry: We're gonna have a HEX of a time! Nya ha ha! (He opens his spellbook)

Sal: (She notices the Creator glaring) U-um... (She whispers) Let's get started then ^^'

Riku: Right. On my mark. (He opens his book) Henry.

Henry: (He binds the Creator with magic) Special delivery!

Riku: (He notices the Creator struggling to get free) Sal, go! (He runs toward the creator)

Sal: Hup!! (She raises her staff and encases the creator in fire magic)

Riku: /He's getting weakened. Now's my chance!/ (He grabs the Creator's throat and chants an incitation)

Sal: (She tries to look through the fire magic) I-is it working?!

Henry: Oooh, he's trying to escape! I'd better bind him a little tighter! (He adds more bonds)

Riku: (He finishes the incitation and releases him) ...There you are. (He raises his hand and stops Henry and Sal's magic) I thought I'd never see you like this again. (He catches the Creator as he passes out)

Sal: (She drops her staff) Is he okay? (She runs over)

Henry: Ah-ah-ah, Sal. What if he's still a mean old, slimey--

Sal: Quiet down now >:C

Riku: (He picks up the Creator) I'll take him somewhere and wait until he awakens. You two... (He turns to them) Thank you. You've done wonderfully.

Henry: Think nothing of it, your greatness! Ooh, I'm positively pulsing with experience. I wonder if I'll explode!

Sal: =w='' (She turns away from Henry and looks at Riku) Y-you're welcome, milord. Bleugh...

Riku: (He walks into a room and lies the Creator down on a couch) ... (He sits on a chair next to him) ...I wonder how he is now that he is fixed. (He snaps and wakes him up) How fare you, Lysanios? Like your old self? (He smiles) I must leave and see Dana and my children. (He stands) Please don't fret, I know none of that was your fault. The corruption had changed you, but you're free now. (He notices Roku's soul floating above Lysanios and sighs) I'll be taking my son's soul now, if that's all right. Now, I'll be back in a moment... (He raises his hand and gently takes the soul) Are you going be be all right? (He turns to walk out)

--

Juri: (She holds Hiro's hand and heals a wound on his arm) Hmm... (She looks at Roku) That poor boy :c To have his soul taken... Riku can fix this. I know he will :3

Shuji: Wha-- hey... Roku... (He kneels next to the pond Roku was in) Man, what happened to him? (He sighs) But I'm glad he'll be okay. I'm just worried that I might melt him since I'm... ya know, flammable.

Juri: Oh, Shuji, I'm sorry... Y-you just have to be extra careful from now on? ^^'

Shuji: (He sighs) Yeah, I know. But-- what if I touch him and he melts?! Like, y'know, my body is 30 degrees above a human's. I'm gonna melt him on accident! No-- I'm sorry Roku!

Juri: You didn't even do anything yet :O It'll be okay, Shuji. (She pats his back gently) We'll figure something out.

Shuji: If you say so... (He sighs and sits next to the pond and looks at Roku) ...Come on, wake up already... I just wanna know he's alright...

Henry: (He walks in with Sal) Woah, a secret room! Hey-o!

Sal: (She walks in) Is everyone okay? Does anyone need to be healed :O (She runs over to Retia) Oh... It's okay, I'll take care of your wounds! (She starts healing him)

Henry: (He looks at Retia's wounds) Ooh, look at all the blood!

Sal: Urgh-- don't mind Henry please... =w='

Shuji: (He glares at Henry) Hey, what's this guy doing here?!

Henry: My old classmate! Good day to you-- (He tries to reach out to Shuji then gets swatted away)

Shuji: (He stands up and pokes Henry's chest) Don't act all friendly, you curse fiend! You were the guy that put a hex on Roku that one time!

Henry: I did?... Ooh you're right, I remember hexing so many people at school. It was so much fun, nya ha ha!

Shuji: Not for anyone else but you, I'll bet! (His body begins to flame slightly)

Juri: Shuji, calm down! You're on fire :O

Shuji: Sh-shoot. (He breathes and calms down) ...You're lucky my boyfriend made of ice is right there, otherwise I'd burn you to a crisp!

Henry: You don't wanna do that, buddy! Ha ha!

Juri: Uh, Henry is it? (She holds her stomach and sighs) Hoo... uh, maybe you shouldn't tease Shuji right now o^o

Henry: Oh? Why's that?

Juri: See... We're in a castle made of ice. And if Shuji melts it on accident, welll....

Henry: Oh! Oops, my bad. Truly! (He hums) ...Oh! I'll be right back. (He disappears in a dark smoke)

Shuji: Tch... He better not come back... (He sighs and turns to Cross) ....Hey Cross, thanks for your help. So... when d'you think he's gonna wake up? (He notices Roku sitting up) Whoa-- hey!

Juri: Roku! :3 (She excitedly holds Hiro's hands) Hiro, look!

Shuji: (He backs away as Roku tries to reach out) Wh-whoa hang on! Ahem... heh... I really, really don't want to melt you, but... How're you feeling?

-- --

Feferi: (She gives her trident to Eridan and runs over to Bianca) Bianca!!! 8O

Eridan: Wwha-- hey! Wwhat the hell am I supposed to do wwith--

Feferi: (She glares at him) >8(

Eridan: (He rolls his eyes) Uuuuugh. (He raises the trident) Wwhatevver. At least that stupid thing is almost gone. That bag of douche almost killed us wwith his guitar playin.

Kanaya: Do not complain, Eridan. I have half a mind to cut you into pieces again.

Eridan: (He sulks and hold up the trident) Cod >:(

Feferi: (She holds onto the arrow and makes it disappear and heals Bianca's wound completely) You're lucky I'm a hero of life 8O Are you okay, Bianca? (She helps her up and holds her arm) Look, tuhlie-kins is almost completely asleep. I-I mean.. the cthulhu... ^^' I don't think all that ruckus did too much, thankfully.

Dave: (He turns to Nick) That wasn't really your bro, was it? (His sword starts glowing brighter) Whoa, what.

Feferi: (She claps excitedly) Ooh, here it comes!!!! 8D (She grabs her trident from Eridan and take Bianca's hand then runs to the front) This process is really beautiful! (She raises her trident)

Eridan: Ugh, wwhat a barf-fest.

P. Karkat: (He glares at Eridan) Will you cram your garbage spewing hole for one minute?

Feferi: (She watches as the cthulhu creature disappears in a ray of stardust and light) Ooh! Oh, will you look at that! 38D (She lowers her trident and excitedly squeezes Bianca's hand)

Dave: Whoa, holy shit. What happened to it?

Feferi: It's sleeping. It's a beast that help the cosmos by spreading its stardust!! Isn't that just the CUT---EST?

Eridan: Uh, blaaah.

P. Karkat: (He yanks his hand from Eridan's and wipes his hand on his shirt) Okay, I'm out of here before I fuck up my own timeline.

Feferi: Of course! Here you go. (She creates a portal for P. Karkat)

P. Karkat: (He sighs) Thanks. Later. (He walks through the portal and disappears)

Kanaya: (She releases Malik's hand and causes her chainsaw to disappear) That went much... easier than I had previously suspected.

Feferi: Of course silly, it's no big deal! (She sighs) ...Well, I guess that's over with... (She looks at Bianca) So, I guess you're leaving? (She smiles) It was great to meet you! And uummm... Oh, here! (She takes one of her necklaces and puts it around Bianca's neck) How does it look? 38D

Dave: (He places his ivory sword in a sheath) Well, that's over with. Hey Nick, where you headed?

-- --

Arakita: (He looks at Lydia) Hey, that lady is really pretty!

Zieg: Huh? Oh, that's our friend Lydia. She is indeed. (He smiles)

Coco: (She casually slides next to Zieg) OOH yeah she is ^o^ hehe so, Zieg what's up? Hmm?

Zieg: (He folds his arms) Um, sister, would you please explain to me why you pushed me in here in the first pla--

Coco: W-well I thought it was the right thing to do!! Get justice!! But uh, I guess i was wrong ^^' At least you didn't get beat up ^^'''' Right?

Zieg: Oh, for sure, that's a relief.

Coco: Sheesh, how come you're so good at sarcasm? =w=' Anywayy, there's this teacher guy that I saw. Don't you work with him =3=

Zieg: One of my associates? (He looks around and sees Omid) Oh, yes! That is Omid, he's the trigonometry, chemistry and, umm... well, he teaches a few more than that actually. I'm simply the algebra and piano teacher. Hehe, I'm a bit envious of Omid. I quite look up to him since he's my superior.

Coco: Oh really o.o

Zieg: Yes, yes. Perhaps I'll say hello. (He walks over to Omid) Omid, hello! Um, I have a quick question about our exam setups... I know, this really isn't the time, I'm very sorry. But last year....... (He rambles with Omid)

Coco: Sheesh those two are such nerd teachers =w= I thought those didn't exist anymore. They're talking about exams. Bo-riing... (She points at Arakita's alcohol) You gonna drink that buddy? ^o^

Arakita: (He looks at it) ....Huh? What is that?

Coco: (She snickers) Pffft-- Here, have a taste! Ah hahaha ^O^

Arakita: ...(He smells it) Gah! This crap stinks!

Coco: It's alcohol, young lad! Hoho. (She takes it and drinks half of it) AHH, yummy!

Arakita: That stinks like gasoline. How did you drink that?

Coco: (She shrugs) Once in a while it's alright -///3///- (She burps) This was my first drink in so loong...

Zieg: (He stops talking to Omid and looks at Coco) H-hey, did you just drink--?!

Coco: (She puts her finger on Zieg's mouth) Ssssssshhh bro, come on, I'm just... (She sits at the bar and lies her head down)

Zieg: Sister...!

Coco: Pshh chiilll...I drink sometimes...come on....(She hiccups)

Zieg: But... you're terribly underage! And it's so bad for you...

Coco: You knuckle-brain, I'm 20 years old!! I c'n drink whaa'ver i wan'... (She holds her head)

Arakita: Say, what does that stuff even taste like, eh? (He sniffs it)

Zieg: N-no, Arakita! (He gently takes the glass) Even one drink of this can affect your performance in sports! I'm not joking!

Arakita: Huh, really? Pah, then don't count on me drinking it any time soon.

Coco: Maaan you're sooo lame Zieg and arakita =///w//= (She laughs) Huah hah ha... (She scoots over to Lydia and bangs on the table) HEy *hic* bartendnr gimme an'her one!! (She grabs the cup from Zieg and drinks the rest of it)

Zieg: You know that have a low alcohol tolerance, sister. You do not need any more to drink!

Coco: Yehh I do! An' don' tell me what to do, Zieg ya know mom wouldn't like that!! (She laughs and snorts)

Zieg: (He sighs) Of course you bring mother up only when you're drunken... nevermind. (He walks over to Mituna and the others) Oh, Equius, Vedal. I'm so glad you two are well.

Equius: (He looks at Zieg and sweats) Yes. As am I. (He grins and very gently holds Vedal's hand)

Mituna: (He clings onto Ridge and looks at Daniel) WH4G I5 A B0YFR13ND

Equius: .........(He sweats more)......

Zieg: Huh? Hmm... how shall I put it...

Mituna: (He looks at Zieg) WH4T??

Zieg: It's like... your matesprit?

Mituna: ...0H 1T I2?? (He looks at Daniel) N0 2ORRY ME AND R1GDE 4RE N0T M4T3SPRIT5TH 1 JU2T L1KE TWO H4NG OUT W1TH H1M (He licks Ridge's face and grins)

Cronus: Wvho'd wvanna be flushed wvith that dvweeb? You're makin' a mistake, pal.

Mituna: >8( CR0NUT2TH HA5 A CRU5TH 0N--

Cronus: (He covers Mituna's mouth and groans) Yeah, yeah, shut it.

Zieg: (He chuckles) ^^

Arakita: (He sighs) Alright, I'm outta here. See ya, teach.

Zieg: Oh, wait, Arakita! (He takes his arm and brings him over to Omid) Omid, did you remember Arakita? He won best all-rounder in his road bike racing inter-high this year, remember? (He chuckles) Isn't that amazing? (He points to Arakita and smiles)

Arakita: H-hey, you--! Stop embarrassing me! Like I said, I'm outta here! (He starts walking out)

Zieg: Aw... goodbye! See you at school!

Arakita: Yeah, later!

Zieg: (He smiles) Such a good student. Remember when Arakita almost dropped out in his first year? Hasn't he changed so much?

-- --

Zion: (He smiles) Wow... My son, blessed by a dark lord... That's something to be proud of, squirt. (He notices Zach reaching for him) Huh? Oh... (He gently takes Zach from Rauel) Soon you'll be pretty grown up, though... Won't be long.

Rose: (She places her teacup on the table) Me?... Well... protecting my own mother, being involved in time scandals with other worldly beings. Nothing new. (She hums) ...Though Kanaya and I have long since seperated, as you may know. (She picks up her tea and sips it)

Zion: Wha-- huuh? But you and Kanaya were dating for years...

Rose: I suppose she just had other plans. I don't think it would work out in the end, either. She could be killed if she were to have a flushed quadrant with a human.

Zion: What...? Damn... sorry.

Rose: It's nothing. (She puts her tea down and sighs) I... guess I've gotten over her. (She turns to Mealina and Zion) So, how have you been passing the time with your baby? (She looks at Albino) ...And I certainly haven't heard from YOU in a long time.

Zion: (He chuckles) Heh heh.

-- --

Rei: (He turns red) Oh.. but--! Oh, fine... I love you too. (He watches as Katsumi walks out and sighs) ...Really, that man makes me so... (He shakes his head and walks over to the closet and looks at the outfit and sighs) At least it looks quite nice... :o (He thinks) /Tonight... I wonder if we'll.../ (He covers his face with his clipboard) Ack, what am I thinking?! @////@

-- --

Tintin: A date? (He blushes) Oh, well, I...

Haddock: Har! Young people these days!

Tintin: (He smiles) Well, sure, if you're feeling well enough! But... I really should be getting back to my own time soon... somehow. It's a shame we have to leave, though...

Haddock: Yes, it is! Actually, I wouldn't mind living here!

Tintin: (He chuckles) Yes, that would be a fine thing. But I have the feeling something bad might happen...

Haddock: What d'you mean? Let's live here, Tintin! Just bring yer journalist mumbo-jumbo and move it here!

???: Ooh, remarkable! (He holds his pendulum as it swings back and forth) Well now-- where in the world am I? (He walks down the hallway)

Tintin: (He turns and sees ???) ...Professor? Professor Calculus?

Haddock: Why, that's Cuthbert!... Has he went through that portal, too?

Calculus: Hmmmmm.... (He keeps walking)

Snowy: (He walks with Langster and barks at professor Calculus) /Hey, what're you doing here, old professor?/ :O

Calculus: Oh? (He turns to Snowy) Ho ho! Snowy! Is Tintin around? I must say, my pendulum is acting very strange. Take a look, here. (He kneels down and shows it to Snowy and Langster)

Snowy: (He sniffs the pendulum and tilts his head) /Huh? I'll never understand what this thing means.../ (He looks at Langster) /Do you know what that is?/ o.o

Tintin: (He looks out of the door and waves at Calculus) Professor!

Haddock: (He points at Calculus) Hey, don't tell me this is your doing!

Calculus: (He points at his pendulum) See Snowy, this device tells about...

Haddock: The deaf old man!... Let me get his attention. (He walks over to Calculus and taps him) CUTHBERT!

Calculus: (He turns to Haddock) Oh, captain Haddock! No, no, I'm not hurt. Thank you for asking.

Haddock: Listen, you old goat. What in the world is going on? I can't believe your silly portal did this!

Calculus: Swiss?... What do you mean?

Haddock: ARGH!!! You! Where'd that ear trumpet of yours go?!

Calculus: No, no crumpets for me, thank you. Oh, but captain, did you notice? The portal worked! We're undoubtedly in the future!

Haddock: Blistering barnacles, I know that already!

Tintin: Well, this might take a while... (He turns to Brandon) So, are you all right to go? I'd love to see more of the future before I leave. Could you show me around?

-- --

Dave: (He waves at GB) Later, man. Yo, Jade, keep an eye on Polo and Nick, would you? No way in hell I'm trusting that douchebag Stephan. He needs to get his ass outta here soon... I need to get this shit done real quick. I'll be there in a sec.

Jade: Yep, I'm on it >:c (She determinedly walks after Polo and Nick) Hey, guys, mind if I help?

Dave: (He walks into his office and puts the report Stephan gave him on his desk) Reeal interesting...

???: (He pants and walks quickly to Dave's office) M-Mr. Stri-- (He bumps into Stephan) Uh-- I'm so sorry... excuse me..! (He politely walks around Stephan and walks quickly into Dave's office)

Dave: Hey, Ryou. What's up? Nice braid.

Ryou: Yes, thank you very much! Please, read this... It's very important! (He hands Dave the paper)

Dave: (He takes off his shades and reads it) 2 shipments lost, huh?... Damn.

Ryou: Wh-what are we going to do?

Dave: (He holds his head) Ugh... Look, I'll cover it. Send in two new shipments. (He hands the paper back to Ryou)

Ryou: Are you sure..? (He takes the paper) The carriers could pay for it...

Dave: Nah, I'll take care of it. We got some overstock. Tell the guys to get those shipments ready. (He puts his shades back on)

Ryou: Okay... Right away! (He quickly walks out)

Dave: (He taps a pen on his desk and sighs) Great. (He writes down something and walks out of his office and follows Ryou) You headed downstairs?

Ryou: (He nods) Y-yes, I was about to get the shipments in right away...

Dave: Alright, I'm going to check on a few employees down here.

Ryou: Yes... okay! (He sees Stephan and blinks) ...? (He looks away and blushes) ...H-hm...

Dave: .... (He looks at Ryou) ....Oh hell no. Don't tell me you're interested in that weasel.

Ryou: Huh?! N-no..! I'm not... (He looks away as his face turns red)

Dave: Uh-huh. I wouldn't even think about it. First of all, dude, you're too pure and nice and shy for that nasty pile of shit.

Ryou: I-I'm telling you, I'm not...!

Dave: Secondly, he's a gross playboy. Now, I've met some gross playboys in my days, but none as gross as him.

Ryou: Dave, please... (He covers his face with the paper)

Dave: (He notices Stephan walking the same direction) Speak of the devil. You leavin' yet? (He stops to talk to Stephan)

Ryou: ...I-I'll go on ahead... (He starts walking towards the room)

Dave: Hey, where you going? (He takes Ryou's arm) Oh yeah, here's my secretary. I don't think you two were introduced.

Ryou: (He looks away) Dave...!!

Dave: (He releases Ryou) So, see you at dinner, I guess. (He looks at Stephan through his shades) But I'd watch out if I were you.

Ryou: Excuse me...! (He bows to Stephan then walks into the room behind them)

Dave: (He snickers then walks into the room)

Jade: Dave! Ryou! Did you hear? Two shipments!! :O

Dave: Yeah, devastating. (He shrugs) It's not a big deal.

Ryou: But... The time it would take to get back all of those bottles... and the money spent... I-I mean...

Dave: Dude, chill. I can handle it.

Jade: (She pets Ryou's braid) Awww, Ryou, who did your braid? So cute! :3

Ryou: (He gasps) Ah... (He smiles nervously) O-oh... thank you... I did it myself...

Jade: Ooh, what you need is a bow! *O* Hey Polo and Nick, do you want a braid too? :D

Dave: Hey Nick, come here for a sec... let's talk. (He gently takes his arm and walks into a different room with him)

Jade: Hmm, I wonder what they're talking about?... :3

Dave: (He clears his throat) ...Look, if you're not comfortable with this whole dressin' up thing... (He chuckles) I mean, we don't even need to go to that dinner. Let's go to my place or something. I just don't want you to feel like you have to do this for my stuck-up ass. (He strokes Nick's face) Alright?

Jade: Hmm, anyway, Ry... I wonder where I can find a cute bow for you :3 Oh darn, but I have work to finish :T I'll tell you if I find one okay?

Ryou: (He giggles) O-oh... yes, of course! Thank you, Jade... So... I'll send in these shipments now... goodbye! (He bows then quickly walks out and pushes up his glasses)

Jade: Bye! :D Man, he's too nice... I wonder why he's in such a hurry though. o3o

-- --

Gamzee: (His eyes turn their normal yellow and he stares at Lady) ...... (He shakes his head) What's happening to me...?

F. Karkat: (He appears again) Hey... Gamzee!

Gamzee: (He turns to F. Karkat) Huh...?

F. Karkat: You did it... you fixed it! Everyone's alive again!

Gamzee: Man, I don't get it... I feel so stable...

F. Karkat: (He looks at Lady) Lady... Hey, wait, do you think maybe this had to do with you?!

Gamzee: Hmmmm.... (He licks a tear on his face) Tastes weird :o)

F. Karkat: Lady, maybe it was because you two finally kissed or something!

Gamzee: Nah man, if me and Lady got married, we'd be kissin all the time.

F. Karkat: (He shivers) Eugh. ...Well... Maybe it's because you kissed him when he was sober.

Gamzee: Well, that's all good with me. Think I can stay here now? Pleeeease?

F. Karkat: Well yeah, I mean... Seeing how much of an idiot you still are in the future and always will be. (He sighs) Oh, holy shit, I can't believe I fixed this.

Gamzee: You sure did, my invertabrother. (He looks at Lady) So... (He gets kissed by Lady and smiles)

F. Karkat: Augh-- I can't believe you're kissing GAMZEE.

Gamzee: (He holds Lady and chuckles)

F. Karkat: I'm outta here! Later! (He opens the time watch and disappears)

Gamzee: Man, am I glad none of that future shit ever happened... Oh shit, Lady, does this mean we're like... motherfuckin... flushed? Well, seein as we're not on my shitty planet, I guess there ain't a problem. Man, I wouldn't want to give this quadrant to anyone else. (He grins and kisses Lady's cheek)

-- --

Sollux: (Blue and red lightning surrounds him and he holds the king in place with the lightning) 2up?

Craig: Holy shit. Kenny, Stan! (He runs over to them)

Kyle: Guys!! (He runs over to Stan Kenny and Yolanda)

Butters: O-oh my god! What happened?

Jake: (He gasps) Oh no... We really need to get them out of here. What is this place? It seems like there are only humans in here, though. (He looks at Sollux) Sollux? What are you doing here?

Sollux: Ju2t felt like 2trangling 2ome 2hitface. And look at that, I found one.

Jake: (He sighs in relief) Well, it's a good thing he's only a human. (He takes out his knife and cuts the ropes on Stan Kenny and Yolanda)

Tweek: (He peeks inside and shrieks then hides again) AHH! Stan and Kenny!! What are you guys doing here?!

Sollux: (He burns the King with his lightning) Oop2. (He turns off his lightning and roughly drops the king then walks over and kneels down to Yolanda) Hey, 2orry I couldn't find you 2ooner. (He helps her up)

Jake: Quick everyone, let's get out of here. Oh drat, but how...?

Sollux: Hang on tight. (He zaps everyone and teleports them to Jake's house)

Jake: My-- we're here?!

Tweek: Gah!! What was that?!

Craig: (He shrugs) I guess this is just normal here.

Jake: Well, we'll be all right here. (He sighs) Criminey, what was wrong with those people? They must have been delusional!

Palutena: (She appears and walks over to Jake) Oh, this looks bad...

Jake: L-lady Palutena?! The goddess of light! It is an honor! (He bows)

Palutena: (She chuckles) No need to bow, I'm just here to heal. (She smiles) A certain someone was praying to me.

Jake: (He raises his head) Huh? Oh, I wonder who...

Craig: (He supports Stan and Kenny and looks at Butters) ...

Butters: (He shyly plays with his hands) Yeah, I was prayin to the goddess of light. (He looks down)

Palutena: (She smiles) Well, it's a good thing that you did. (She raises her hand and heals Stan Kenny and Yolanda) Now, I don't know what's gotten into some humans lately. Possesion, maybe?

Tweek: (He twitches and tugs on his shirt) g... AH!

Kyle: Yeah, now that you mention it, they looked pretty... weird, to me.

Palutena: Nothing I can't fix. (She chuckles) Anyway, it was a pleasure to meet you all. (She turns to Neptune Jupiter and Phobos) Oh, space elements! (She bows) I am humbled.

Butters: Whoa, the goddess of light is bowing to you fellas!

Palutena: As it should be. The space elements truly outrank gods. (She raises her head)

Butters: Wooow... (He bows to Jupiter Neptune and Phobos)

Craig: Butters, oh my god.

Jake: (He chuckles) Well, thank you very much, Lady Palutena.

Palutena: Not a problem at all. Well, if you'll excuse me, then. Goodbye! (She disappears)

Jake: ...Well now, We should be getting... erm... all seven of you back to your home.

Butters: Yeah!... Uh, but how?

Kyle: Wait... where the hell is Cartman?

Craig: Maybe we just forgot him. (He turns to Sollux)

Sollux: Now that you mention it, I do feel like I forgot 2omeone back there.

Kyle: Oh. Oops. Now what? (He looks at Stan)

-- --

Cecil: (He jumps through a portal and picks up Carlos) Car-loooos!!~ I've been texting youuu!-- Oh! Are you okay? (He sits Carlos down)

Henry: (He appears in a black smoke and taps Miku) Hey-o, Miku! 🎵 Feeling better?

Cecil: (He turns to Henry and gasps) The curse fiend.

Henry: Hm? (He smiles) Ohh! My good friend, mister radio man! Wow, that name really got around, didn't it? "Curse fiend"... I like it!

Cecil: You are the one who so mercilessly hexed our potatoes...

Henry: (He laughs) Nya ha ha! I sure did! Hey, good times, huh?

Cecil: You had Carlos in his lab for weeks researching those stupid things! (He whines)

Henry: I did? (He turns to Carlos) Weelll, it's no secret really. Just a little dark magic. Want to see some of my hexes in action?

Cecil: (He holds Carlos's arm) No, he does not!

Henry: Aww, really? I've got a really cool one, and it--

Cecil: (He covers Henry's mouth) Nuh-uh! I do not want to hear it!

Henry: (He speaks muffled) Mmww mnnn, mrr mu mrrr?

Cecil: Yes, I'm sure! (He takes his hand from Henry's mouth and huffs) 

Henry: Aww, well, o-kay. Sure would have been fun, though! Miku, mind if I take a look around this stolen ship? Haha! Don't worry, I won't tell anyone! (He walks around)

Cecil: (He sighs and looks out at the ocean) Hmm... Oh! Where are we?

Henry: (He gasps as a crow flies onto his shoulder) Ooh. Where did you come from? (He keeps walking and looks at Braho) ...Hello! Who are you?

-- -- --

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Yami: (She looks around) Oh my D: Tavros: (He holds onto Suavity) I heard all about this guy... but I don't know why he's doing all this... (He gasps as Suavity falters) Uh, please rest, okay? Case: (He frowns) .... (He signs and glances to where Steam walked off) ("Who was that?") Yami: Steam... (She sighs) What in the world is happening? Case: ... /I wonder what's happening in this universe... Maybe... well, surely if this has to do with the elements.../ (He snaps and gets an idea) :O !!! Tavros: Huh? (He looks at Case) Uh, what? Case: (He signs) ("I understand now! The element's homes are being destroyed, right? By their creator?!") Tavros: (He looks at Suavity) .... (He looks back at Case) Um, yeah, that's right... Case, how do you know all about elements...? Case: /Urk! Uh... I wonder if I should explain. I guess I should./ ^^' (He signs) ("My universe also has them, though they're different. But see, I protect one of those non existing worlds... I could help with the repairs.") Tavros: O-oh... wow, I didn't know that existed in other universes... Yami: Oh dear ;m; That's some good news. Well, you can help Kasuni, right? Case: ("Yes! Please leave it to me!") Tavros: (He sighs) .... (He hums in concern) ... (He looks at Suavity then sadly looks down) Uh, oh god. You won't die, will you? Please don't. Yami: I-I should help... But oh dear, I have left Kaname and Dorian at home alone for the moment... I hope they're all right. For now, please have some of my power :O (She places her hand on Suavity's head and transfers energy) For you... (She places her hand on Magic's head and transfers energy) And for you... Oh dear... (She sighs and hugs Magic) Everything will be okay ;m; I'll see you soon! (She walks out) Case: (He sits next to Kasuni and sighs) .... (He closes his eyes and helps her repair) -- -- Snake: (He looks around) This place is a mess. ???: (She floats behind Snake with another creature and looks around) Oooooh super disaster! :O ???: (He worriedly looks around) :c Snake: ....I'm just making sure you're out of trouble. You know he's after you, right? ???: (She sniffs around and floats over to Steam) Special hello! Snake: That's Villy. Villy: (She squees and hugs Steam) Yay super fun :3 Snake: Did that low class really do all of this? A creator... (He folds his arms) But I guess it's normal for one to raise this much hell. Happens all the time. ???: (He shyly floats over to Steam) ..... o.o Snake: Val. Val: (He smiles at Steam) :3 Snake: (He looks at Steam) I don't know what I can do besides make sure he doesn't kill anyone else. Val: (He talks softly) Leviathans can, in fact, swallow creators whole, when in, uh, their true form, and-- Villy: SUPER GROSS!! ^o^ (She floats around) Snake: .....That's true. But we don't eat them unless we need to. If you need me to get rid of him, I can, but... Villy: Snake would super DIE for 500 years due to the toxins :O Snake: Yeah. It's not like it doesn't come at a price. Villy: (She gasps and floats over Gamble's dead body) A super dead body! Snake: (He looks at Villy) Stay over here, would you? Villy: Special sorry u0u (She floats back over) Val: (He looks at the dead body) :c .......... :O (He gasps) An idea....! Snake: (He looks at Val) Val: Um... Ummm.... Villy: Tell us! Tell us! :O Val: I-in their soul form, the creator would not have his toxins, so, that way, you would not sleep for 500 years, and-- Villy: WOW!!! Super smart!!! ^O^ (She hugs Val) Snake: You're right. Val: Yes, so, do you think that is possible? :O Snake: Could be, but... you know how fast he is. Val: Oh... right.... Snake: (He turns to Steam) What are you doing here, anyway? This place is especially dangerous right now. (He looks away) But I'm sure you knew that. -- -- Tomo: Urgh-- URGH!!!! >:C (He grabs Gino's head and knees him in the face then kicks him to the floor) I don't know who you are anymore! (He wipes Gino's blood from his face) Gr... whatever! If this is what you really want, then I'm done! Y-you... *hic* ..tch... goodbye, Gino. (He starts crying and runs out) ;n; (He disappears) Mei: (She shakes her head at Gino) Tsk tsk. Well I've done all that I needed to do here. Nice knowin' ya, I guess @.@ (She appears in the hot springs and sighs) Phew... may I join? (She sees a shark) ACK O.O Is that supposed to be there? What's happening? x.x Sleep: (He hums and looks at Mei) Mei? Mei: OH!! Hey there buddy? Are we good? ^^' (She pats him) Sleep: (He smiles) Yes. I have a favor to ask of you... Mei: I dunno, you kind of pranked me too much =w= Sleep: I'm sorry... (He sighs and sits near the hot spring with her) Anyway, I-- .... (He clutches his chest) U-ugh.... Mei: You okay? o.o Sleep: No... Unfortunately, my world is devastated... Mei: ....You are an element, aren't you? Hmm... I've been hearing about this lately. Sleep: Yes.... (He sighs) This is taking a toll on my energy, as I cannot fall into slumber.... Mei: Hrm.... :c (She looks at Water) Um, Water? Can you come here for a minute... You may know how to help him x.x Sleep: (He holds his head) This is getting immensely worse, it seems... -- Tomo: (He walks through the woods) Stupid, stupid, stupid-- (He wipes his eyes) Rrrg... (He stops and looks around) Where am I...? chimera: (It growls and hisses from behind a bush) Tomo: ((Shit, it's a chimera...! That venom in its tail could kill me...)) ..... (He slowly tries to walk away) chimera: (it pounces out and slowly circles around Tomo) Tomo: ((This thing blocks my escape magic by just being around me... so I'll just...)) .... (He breathes) ...... chimera: (it slowly inches toward Tomo) ... Tomo: ..... (He jumps up and grabs the chimera's head and flips it over) Shit--!! chimera: (it roars loudly and struggles) Tomo: (He runs off) Alright!! (He disappears then appears in a different section of the woods) .....(He breathes heavily).... Haa... ha... I've had enough near-death experiences for this lifetime... ???: (He snaps Tomo's neck) Tomo: (He falls over) ???: Hmm, nice... (He leans over Tomo) This is a truly fine soul. ????: (She walks through the woods and hums with a basket) Hmm... (She picks up a bamboo sprout) Very ripe, yes? (She puts it in the basket) ???: Oh? (He hisses) What is a main course without a side dish...? (He appears behind ????) Good evening. ????: (She shrieks and falls down) D: ???: (He towers over her) I see... I see... Your name is Xiao pai... yes? Xiao pai: Um, y-yes? ((This is the monster that has been stealing souls... The beast. I must get out of here!)) The beast: Lest you want your body swallowed by the trees, I suggest you stand down. Accept your death. (He walks closer) Xiao pai: (She backs away) N-no! I must warn you, I know the ancient poem to send you where you belong! The beast: (He stops and backs away) Oh? Xiao pai: Yes!! >:o The beast: ..........(He slowly floats back over to Tomo)... Very well. Xiao pai: (She exhales) ... /It seems a lie is necessary once in a while.../ (She starts to run off then trips) Ahh! (She stands up) Oww... -- -- Coco: (She looks at the contract and yells) HAAAAAAAAAAH?! >:O Zieg: (He gasps in surprise) W-why are you screaming? Honestly... Coco: (She puts her hands on her hips) Nuh-uh! That guy is nuts >:O He's gonna make you marry him! And he's gonna kiss you without consent and be a creep I can feel it >:O Mituna: WH4G THE FUCK 15 TH12 (He looks at the contract) Zieg: Do you mind if I take a look? (He gently holds the contract and looks over it) .... (He adjusts his glasses) Hm... (He reads it) Coco: (She taps her foot impatiently) Well? >:C Zieg: .....See, if you read this, it says you are under property of him, and also you are under quite a bit of restriction here. (He reads a section) And here-- Coco: I knew it!!! Don't trust him >:O Zieg: (He continues) Ahem, here... (He reads a portion of the section) You will be liable for any-- Mituna: LYGIA'S GO1NG TWO J41L?!?!!! Zieg: Huh? No, she isn't going to-- Mituna: (He holds Lydia's hands) D0NT G0 TWO J41L!! WH4T D1D Y0U DO?!!! Equius: Jail...? (He sweats slightly) ..........(He looks around) Where is my companion Vedal? (He walks off and looks around) Zieg: (He hands the contract to Lydia) Well, all in all, you would be under a very substantial amount of supervision, standards for your modeling such as your weight, and limitations to the outside... Not to mention-- Coco: Grr, what a ripoff >:C GEEZ!! The nerve! Mituna: Y34H!!1!!!!1 (He falls over and bangs his helmet on the ground) Zieg: ...... ((Somehow I feel like I'm not being listened to.)) ^^' Coco: Zieg, what else is there? >:c Zieg: (He thinks) ...Well, there were legal matters aplenty, it would take a while to elaborate on them. However, they seem a bit... unreasonable. Coco: OH?!!! >:O This proves it even more! Zieg: (He turns to Lydia with a concerned look) Well, see, this does not seem like a very healthy lifestyle... However, if it's truly what you want, to be put under all of this... Coco: (She squirms) Hrmmmmm noooo Lydia noo!! >M< (She takes Lydia's hand) I won't let you go!! ;m; Cronus: (He smirks and looks at Lydia) I'd say this is still a shitty idea, considerin hovw that douchebag vwas actin' earlier. Zieg: Yes, he did seem displeased around your friends. Mituna: 1 H4T3 H1M!!!! Zieg: Also, I'm sure we would all miss you dearly, yes? Mituna: (He snorts and stands up) Y3EAGH CR0NU5TH W0ULD!!!!!!!!!! Cronus: (He swats Mituna away) If you don't stop-- (He groans as Mituna falls over again) Vwhatevwer. Mituna: 1 W0ULD M122 Y0U D0NT G0 TWO J41L PL345THE 8( (He lies on the floor and hugs Lydia's legs) Coco: Alright, Zieg!! You're a high school teacher! Go tell him what's what! >:O (She pushes him) Zieg: Wh-wha?! Coco: Go put that jerk in detention and give him extra homework >:O Mituna: Y334H!!1 Cronus: (He sighs) You guys are ovwerwvhelming the poor guy, really. Zieg: I-I'm not the detention supervisionist! (He shakes his head) A-anyway, I'm not going in there! Are you crazy?! Coco: (She pushes him) Give him detention! Give him detention! >:T Mituna: D3TN3NT10N Zieg: W-wait, this is an alcohol bar, I really shouldn't go in! Coco: (She pushes him inside) Wa-hoo!! Zieg: (He gasps as everyone in the bar looks at him) .... (He looks away) ... Um... sorry. I'm sorry. See, I-- guard: You older than 21, pal? Zieg: (He shakes) Um... yes, but I really-- guard: (He pats Zieg's back roughly and pushes him in) Zieg: ((Ow...)) (He walks around then bumps into someone) Oh, please excuse me. I'm sorry. (He bumps into Duke) Excuse me, I-- (He whimpers) Oh... (He regains his composure) ....See, I was forced in here. I'm so sorry, I didn't come here to speak about her contract, s-so-- (He turns to the window) ...? Coco: (She knocks on the window and creates a slicing motion on her neck) (She whispers) ((Detention)) >:O Zieg: ...Please ignore her. Oh-- well... anyway. (He backs away) I-I'll just be leaving. (He bumps into the guard then quickly turns around) guard: You buyin'? Zieg: (He squeaks out) Hah-- Me? No... I-I need to leave, excuse me-- guard: You come in, you buy somethin'. Policy. Zieg: Huh...? //Some policy! I doubt they ever get any business here...// (He shakes his head) Listen, I was forced in here-- guard: (He pats Zieg's back) Come on, don't be a square, kid. Zieg: (He mumbles) Kid...? guard: Get something. Margarita. Blue hawaiian. Zieg: Well, I-- I don't partake in alcohol, actually-- drunkard: WHAT?! BRO!! Why'd you c-- *burp* come in, then?! (He laughs) guard: That guy's an idiot, but he's right. Why'd you come in here in the first place if you ain't drinkin? Zieg: I-I'm telling you, I was forced! guard: Yeaah, sure. Chickening out at the last minute, huh? Zieg: (He facepalms) //Oh, I give up with these people.// Okay, I'll just sit down. guard: Alright, bartender'll be with you in a sec. Zieg: Bartender...? But I-- (He sighs) Nevermind. guard: Huh? Come on, don't tell me you-- Zieg: N-no, it's nothing! guard: Hey, you'll like the drinks! C'mon! (He roughly pats Zieg's back) Heh heh heh, c'mon! Heh heh! Zieg: Ow... guard: (He pats Zieg's back again) Heh heh! Zieg: Oww... guard: (He keeps patting Zieg's back) Ho ho ho!! You're too shy, kid! Heh heh! Zieg: That hurts...! ???: (He sees Zieg in the bar from outside) Huh. Hey, is that... (He walks inside) Uhh... (He taps Zieg) Hey, Mr.-- Zieg: (He shrieks) EH?!!? Oh-- oh, is that you, Arakita? (He laughs) Ahahaha... Arakita: Hey, what's with you?! Sheesh. guard: (He turns to Arakita) Hey, you 21? Arakita: (He looks at the guard) Huhh? Speak up, idiot. guard: You gotta be...uh.. 21 or older if you want entry... ((Heh, geez, somehow this kid's presence is really putting me on edge...)) Arakita: Sure, whatever. Hey Mr. Fischer, what're you doing he-- Zieg: Arakita! Arakita: (He looks at him confusedly) Yeah, what? Zieg: Umm... (He thinks) Er...... Let's sit together, okay? (He laughs nervously) Arakita: Eh? Why the hell do I have to sit with you? Hey, don't tell me you're gonna try and tutor me! I already told you I'm fine, dammit-- Zieg: N-no! Let's just sit together, okay? Arakita: Huh. Whatever. You're just sitting with me, right? guard: Move along, move along. Zieg: (He walks over to a table and sighs in relief) Thank you... I thought that guard wouldn't leave me alone... (He sits with Arakita) Arakita: What happened? You going drinking? Heh. Hey, tell the truth. (He nudges Zieg) Hey, hey. You're a grown up, so you can do that, huh? (He snickers) I'm not even supposed to be in here. Not like I'm gonna actually drink anything though. Zieg: I-it's not like that at all! It's just, my sister... (He glares at her as she peeks from the window) Coco: o.o (She runs off quickly) Zieg: =n=' Arakita: Oh, yeah? Zieg: (He shakes his head) Well, anyway, what are you doing here? Um, don't you live far away? Arakita: Yeah, yeah. (He groans) I'm supposed to ride that much these days since the second inter-high of the year is next month. So I'm riding 90 kilometers here every day. Zieg: 90?! A-are you okay with that?! Arakita: Hah! If I wanna be ready for this race, I'm gonna need to do more than that! Geez, it's a pain in the ass. Zieg: But don't you have a regimen too? H-how are you doing that? Arakita: Wha? I do them both. It's not that big of a deal. The regimen's only 100km per course, twice a day. Captain stone-face doesn't let me slack off these days. Oh yeah, I have to finish 1000km at the camp again, y'know. Hah, I killed it last year! I got it done in 3 days. Heh. Zieg: Hah... wha...? Th-three days? /Th-that's insane... Bicycle racing is insane.../ Arakita: Heh!! I got the title for best all-rounder in the country! How's that, Mr. Fischer? Hah?? (He nudges Zieg) Zieg: Arakita, you're such a sore winner... ^^' (He looks up) Huh? Arakita: (He looks and sees Duke) Eh? ...Hey, what do you want? What's your problem? Zieg: Um, Arakita, please be polite. I'm sure he means no harm. Arakita: Huh? Then who is he? Zieg: Umm... Arakita: (He looks over at the paparazzi standing close to Duke) Ah?? Who are those morons? There's five of 'em over there. paparazzi 1: Hey, that angry looking guy noticed us! (He takes a picture of Duke) What are those two doing with Mr. Ekon? This is gonna get us promotions! paparazzi 2: You got that right... (He writes in his notebook) Zieg: Oh, haha, it seems it's the paparazzi again. (He turns to Duke) You can't get a moment to yourself, can you? Arakita: Psh! Leave this one to me. (He walks over to them) HEY, YOU!! paparazzi 1 & 2: (They gasp and back away) Crap, he's coming over...!

Zieg: (He sighs) Oh no... Arakita: I said HEY! (He glares at the 5 paparazzi) paparazzi 1: H-he's scary! Sorry, I'm leaving! (He runs out) Arakita: (He glares at the rest of the paparazzi) What? You got something to say, morons? Get outta here! paparazzi 2: Y-YES SIR! RIGHT AWAY, SIR! (He runs out with the other 3 paparazzi) Arakita: Sheesh. Degenerates. Who the hell do they think they are? Zieg: ((H-he scared them away!)) Arakita: (He looks back at Zieg) What? You got something to say, too? Zieg: N-n-n-not in particular!! Ehehe... (He laughs nervously) Umm. Arakita: (He shrugs and walks back over to them) So, who are you again? (He pokes at Duke) Hey, hey. What's the matter with you? Huh? Zieg: (He sighs) Arakita... ^^'''

-- Coco: (She walks over to them) Well that's that. Finally some justice >:O Cronus: That guy gonna be alright? Coco: .......o.o' Cronus: ...... Coco: Hm I didn't think about that... But I'm sure he'll be fine o.o; Mituna: (He clings to Lydia's ankles) WH4G 1F H3 G3TS B34T UP Coco: Nah it won't happen... right? =w=; Okay, I'm just a little worried now. ZIEEEEEG!!! (She runs back over to the bar) -- -- Craig: (He looks at Evan) Wow. Look who's talking. Tweek: GAH!!! Jake: Oh, well it seems everyone is reunited. Good! Butters: (He sees Craig and Tweek) Boy am I glad to see you fellas again! I really thought you were dead! Tweek: We almost died!!! Kyle: ...Whoa, you did? Craig: Not really. ....Oh, I guess I almost did, actually. Jake: Good heavens. It's amazing how calm you are about that. (He turns to Neptune and Jupiter) So, I guess we're all finished here? Butters: Uh--uh, but what about... (He holds Phobos up) Jake: Oh, Phobos is it? Well if you need, I'll certainly escort you where you need to go. Kyle: There's a city not to far from here, right? Let's just go there. Maybe we can get home, too! Butters: Geez, I really need to get home... Tweek: Ack!! Me too!!! Jake: Well, even so... Colorado is a few hundred miles from here, right...? Oh, I've got it! Yes, I'm sure I can use my transportation abilities to send you there. Craig: .....What? Jake: Oh, that's right, you probably don't know... It's okay. It'll all make sense! Kyle: Whoa, whoa, you mean like... magic? Tweek: WHAT?! Jake: Hm... I guess you could put it like that. Craig: No way. Jake: Well, considering what you've seen here, does it really seem impossible? (He laughs) ...Oh, that reminds me. There are more of you, right? Kyle: .....(He thinks).... Kenny was with us! And Stan, and Token... Butters: Yeah, that's right! Uh-- but I haven't seen them yet. I wonder where they-- Cartman: (He talks from behind a tree) You will never see your precious friends again. Kyle: Wh-- Jesus, Cartman! Cartman: Who is this, "Cart-man" you speak of? Kyle: Oh, shut up! (He grabs Cartman from behind the tree and throws him on the ground) Cartman: Ow! (He holds his knee) You son of a jew-bitch! Kyle: Where are they?! Cartman: ....(He stands up)... I'm sure you will find your precious little friends are quite safe-- Craig: Oh, my god. Kyle: Stop it, Cartman! Jake: Erm... I'm confused. Where are they, now? (He folds his arms) This really isn't the time. They might be in danger if they're here. Cartman: .....Innocence is bliss, my faggy friend. Please, be patient, and-- Craig: They're in the city, aren't they. Cartman: What-- NO! Shut up Craig, you're an asshole! Kyle: Really? God. Jake: (He sighs) We need to go and find them. The city is a very dangerous place at night. Come on, we must be prompt. (He starts walking with them) Cartman: Fine, that's fine!! I'm staying right here! See you retards later! Kyle: (He follows Jake and the others) Okay, bye! Jake: Oh, dear... I really don't think we should leave him. Kyle: What? Who cares about him. He'll probably end up following us anyway. Jake: I-I suppose, but the snakes are bustling as this hour... I'm a bit on edge to be out here, myself... Tweek: Snakes?! Oh god!!! (He tugs on his hair) Jesus man, they're gonna kill us!! Jake: Hrm... (He looks around) W-well, I guess it's all right. They don't come near this area, usually. *He mumbles* U-usually... (He looks behind then bumps into Jupiter) Oh--? (He turns) I'm sorry, I wasn't looking... (He laughs) Do pardon me. Butters and Kyle: (They look at each other) ....? Tweek: (He shrieks as Quiet jumps onto him) OH god!!! (He shakes) ..... (He looks at Quiet) ..??? GAH!! What do you want?!! Jake: Oh, no... (He walks in front of everyone) The fence. Kyle: There's a fence? Jake: Yes, there's an electric fence that prevents wild creatures from coming into the city. I've forgotten all about it. Butters: Oh no! Jake: Unless... (He sees the generator on the other side of the fence) Aha, one moment! (He aims his gun at the fence and holds his arm steady) Kyle: Dude, are you aiming through those holes?! Are you sure? Jake: Well, this might not work, but... (He cocks the gun) .... (He shoots the through a hole in the fence and smiles as the bullet hits the generator switch) All right! Butters: Wooow! Jake: Let's go. (He opens the gate door) Oh, you three don't need to be anywhere at the moment, do you? (He turns to Neptune Jupiter and Phobos) If not, you're welcome to help us find them. Craig: (He looks at Evan) Hey. Don't you need to go see your vampire-dad? -- -- John: (He folds his arms) Nope! I was just leaving! See ya >:T Crash: (He follows Aeolus and Spirit) ... (He looks back at John) Hey! What d'you think you're doing? John: (He turns around to follow them and causes a strong wind to blow past the creator) //Hrrm, if my god tier was stronger and I could find my hammer... I would show that guy a lesson!// >:O !!! (He grips his fists and walks with Spirit Aeolus and Crash) Crash: (He looks up at John) ...? John: (He folds his arms) GRAH! >:U Crash: You okay? John: I am so sick of that guy! He has been at it for so long! You would not believe how long! Crash: The creator, huh...? John: Yes! Do you know how long he has been bothering us?! 2 years!! 2 whole years! I mean, I am not one to judge, but-- Dead AU John: (He appears in front of them and falls on the ground lifeless) John: >:/ Crash: Wonder why your alternate selves are popping up. Even the dead ones. John: This day could not get worse!! >:O (He kicks dead AU John's body) AU Zombie Dave: (He appears) ..... John: .......... Dead AU John: .......... Crash: .......... AU Zombie Dave: (He picks up Dead AU John) ... (He disappears) John: (He holds his head) That is it. That is the last straw. I need to leave. (He kneels down and hugs Aeolus and Crash) I'll see you later, guys. Crash: Heading home? John: I am so tired. Crash: (He chuckles) We'll call you. Go ahead and get some rest. John: (He puts his head on Spirit's chest and hugs him) I am going home now. Call me if you need any help, I mean even though I probably would not be able to help much. -- -- F. Karkat: (He appears in front of Gamzee) HEY!! Gamzee: (He wanders around Spencer's street then stops in front of Karkat) Whooa, what's happening? Why are you so tall my brotha :o) Oh man, you look like you got all sliced up.... F. Karkat: Oh, don't act all innocent! I'm here to warn Lady exactly what she's getting herself into with a fucking douchbag like you. Gamzee: ......Hunh? F. Karkat: (He grabs Gamzee and slaps him) You remember what happened when you were sober? That one time, a looong long time ago on the meteor?! Gamzee: ....I sure do. Shit was outta this world. F. Karkat: No-- (He groans) Are you stupid? Shut up. God. Listen to me, okay? You're going to eventually run out of that disgusting green shit that makes you act like a fucking idiot. And then what? Gamzee: Uhhhh..... F. Karkat: (He sighs in frustration) You need to leave this place, or later on, you'll end up... (He looks away) ...Look, shit happened in the future, okay? I'm trying to make sure it never happens. Gamzee: Man, I don't understand a word you're saying... F. Karkat: Fine, since you're in dipshit land, I'll tell you everything. (He rolls up his sleeve and hisses in pain and shows Gamzee a huge bite mark) That's yours. Gamzee: ..... F. Karkat: (He puts his sleeve down) You killed Lady, and your kids... (He shakes and holds his head) God, especially your kids.... Gamzee: I don't wanna all up and be hurting you or Lady in the future... F. Karkat: Well, that's who you are without the sopor, okay?! If I didn't find this stupid time watch, I'd be dead too! Gamzee: .......(His eyes turn red) F. Karkat: I'm sorry. I know you're.... a completely different troll when you eat that stuff. But even if you keep eating it, you'll die. I mean, you'll REALLY die. Gamzee: ....... F. Karkat: I don't know where you should go. Just... away from her and everyone else, okay? (He opens the time watch and disappears) Gamzee: (He turns around and sees Lady) ...........Guess I should get outta here. I feel myself coming back right about now. (He turns away from her) You know, I ain't all this motherfuckin goodness that the slime makes me out to be. That ain't who I really am. (He holds his head) I'm out before I kill you, too. -- Gokudera: (He looks at Crepsley) ...... Crepsley: ....... Gokudera: ......Uh, sup?-- Crepsley: I have nothing to say to him. Gokudera: (He growls then laughs) You-- >:D Arrow: Hey, Crepsley! Panic: It is an honor to see you again. Crepsley: Likewise. (He smiles) Now, as for Yuki... (He folds his arms) I'm afraid it's more than that. (He looks at Dark) She's drinking human blood, and a lot of it. Arrow: What...? But you guys get sick if you drink too much of that stuff. Yuki would, especially since she's only part vamp, right? Crepsley: I know. And I'm afraid I can't get through to her, either. I'm at a loss... Gokudera: She's posessed, right? By who? Crepsley: I don't know. But she would never do this. -- Spencer: (He looks over at everyone) Gah!! What is this, a convention?! Billy: Whoa, sweeeet! Spencer: (He walks over to them) Ahem... hey guys! Need anything? Getting pretty dark out, huh? (He laughs nervously) Uh... No one's listening to me. Billy: (He floats over to Wind) Hey. What's up? Shanilla: (She looks around) Uh-- Rajeev?! Panic: Hmm, didn't that fellow leave? Shanilla: (She gasps) Oh! Did he? Well, I should get going, too :o (She waves to everyone and she runs off) Bye! Spencer: Later Shanilla! (He sighs and looks up) Uh. Billy? Billy: (He keeps looking at Wind) Spencer: Billy. Billy: .... Spencer: BILLY!! Billy: Hah? (He floats down) What? (He whispers) Hey, y'know? That Wind guy isn't bad looking 8D Spencer: (He facepalms) Okay. What are we gonna do about all these uh... people...? Billy: (He shrugs) Meh. They can stay the night. Spencer: Dude. Billy: ...What! Do you know how many guest rooms I have? (He laughs) Yeah, back in the day I used to have parties, and these people would just forget to leave, so-- Spencer: (He slaps his hand onto Billy's face) I don't wanna know! Oof... (He rubs his eyes) Listen, I've got school tomorrow, and it's like, almost 2am. We need to do something, okay? Billy: (He sighs) Yeah, yeah. But, I kinda like them, you know? Like, we can be buds form now on, right? Spencer: Yeah, sure... That's fine. (He holds his head) Ugh, I need to sit down or something. Billy: I'm on it! (He picks up Spencer and stretches his arm then puts him inside in the lounge) Theere ya go. (He pats Spencer's head and retracts his arm to its normal size) Spencer: (He groans) Really? Whatever, mrgnhf... (He mutters and lies down on the couch) ........... (He falls asleep) -- -- Dave: (He looks at Nick's eyes) ....? Uhh. You sure about that? Feferi: Is something wrong 8O (She looks around at the stars) Huh? (She huffs) Really? Someone's interrupting us >8T (She lets go of Bianca's hand and creates a barrier around them and the cthulhu) P. Karkat: (He looks around) What? Who? Feferi: Oh I don't know. It doesn't matter. Kanaya: With that barrier, whoever it was, is gone now. Dave: (He nudges Nick with his shoulder) Your eyes just looked pretty gross. Nah, they're good now. Feferi: (She sighs) ...... This barrier is using up my energy. Let's hurry!! (She holds Bianca's hand and raises her trident) Dave: (He watches as it glows) cthulhu creature: (It makes a low growling noise and opens its eyes) Kanaya: (She gasps) Why is it awake now? Feferi: (She closes her eyes then opens them) It's okay! (Her trident emits a huge light towards the cthulhu) cthulhu creature: (It closes its eyes) Dave: (He notices the area around them glowing) What the. Feferi: Ugh... AR---E YOU GLUBBING KIDDING ME?! cthulhu creature: (It opens its eyes again) Kanaya: Oh no... Dave: (His ivory sword appears in his hand and he raises it) You knew you couldn't do that alone, didn't you? (His sword emits a giant light) cthulhu creature: (It closes its eyes) Feferi: (She sighs) I wanted to try it with just my trident. (She grimaces) But I guess that was stupid of me. And holding up this barrier makes it harder... Dave: Yo, Bianca. Hold onto the trident with her. Feferi: (She blushes as Bianca's free hand touches hers on the trident) I-- hrmm. Okay. I guess that helps 8//( Dave: (He nods toward Kanaya) Kanaya: (Her chansaw appears in her hand and she raises it) P. Karkat: What the fuck is happening?? Am I helping this situation in any way? Dave: Yeah. Otherwise we wouldn't be putting that guy to sleep right now. So good job. P. Karkat: Wha..? Eridan: (He looks at Karkat's hand in his) Wwoww, y'knoww, I can't tell wwho's hand is swweatin more. P. Karkat: Eridan, I swear to fuck, when this is over, I'm never going near you again. Eridan: Yeah right. cthulhu creature: (It starts to disappear) Feferi: There 8O -- -- Zion: (He flicks Rauel's nose) I'd prefer it if you didn't eat my kid, Rauel. (He gently takes Zach and holds him) *sigh* ... (He looks at Mealina) Majesty is a Nick from a different timeline, huh? .... Rose: (She holds Mealina's hand) You shouldn't listen to that pest. (She glares at Albino) Don't you have somewhere to be? Zion: (He holds Mealina's other hand and holds Zach with his free arm) .... Rose: (She turns to Zion) What is it? Zion: ...It's just... (He looks at Majesty) Her energy. I don't know, it seems familiar to me. Rose: Maybe it's similar to your own. (She walks over to Majesty and holds her up) There,  there... (She rests her on the couch and puts a pillow under her head) ...Let's see, now. (She puts her hand on Majesty's head and holds her other hand up to Zion) Zion: Huh? What're you doing? Rose: (She puts her hands down) ...Well, according to this reading, you two are related. Zion: What?! Rose: ...(She shakes her head) But you aren't. It's just that your energy is so alike, it's practically the same. Zion: Wha... But, does that mean I can save her? I can heal her or something, right? I mean, I've never done that before, but... Rose: Sure, you could transfer some of your energy to her and it may well save her life. Zion: Wh-- well, then, how? You've done it before, right? Rose: Yes. It's quite draining. However, I'm not sure if a demon can... Zion: Well, I'll try. Sounds like a plan to me. (He hands Zach to Mealina) Just a sec, okay? Rose: ....All right. (She takes Zion's arm and places his hand on Majesty's head) .... Zion: Rrg... Rose: (She looks as Majesty opens her eyes) This is doing wonders for her energy... She's recovering very quickly. Zion: (He sighs in exhaustion) That so? (He lowers his head) Good. Keep at it. Rose: ....(She takes his hand off) Excellent. (She puts her hand on Majesty's shoulder) Are you all right? (She looks at Zion) And you? Zion: Phew. (He holds his head) Well, you were right about the draining part. But I'll be fine. -- -- F. Dave: (He adjusts his shades and chuckles) Nah, listen. I got you a dress. Check it out with Jade in the downstairs room. F. Jade: (She peeks in) Oh I was just looking for you, Nick! Come on :3 F. Dave: (He winks from behind his shades) Don't worry, it's just the fitting. You'll look good. (He walks past F. Jade out the door) 'Scuse me. I'll see you later, Nick. I got shit to do for now. And don't worry about Stephan, I'll check on that douche. F. Jade: o.o (She smiles) Hee hee. Well, this won't take long, okay? (She walks with Nick and notices him sighing) ^^' Hmm... You know, Dave really loves you :3 I think he wouldn't mind marrying you y'know! I think he really wants to, actually! (She opens the door to a room) Here it is. It's not that revealing, though! Surprising for a perv like him. Heheh... (She holds up the dress) Black mulberry silk, pearl encrusted sash... umm... what else was I supposed to tell you... uhh, nevermind, I'm sure it doesn't matter ^^' -- -- Dirk: (He puts his hand on Seth's) I'll be fine. I can't sit back and let this happen. (He sighs) ...I don't get why I was being such an asshole in that timeline. The hell's wrong with AU me? Squarewave: Hey! *bzzt* Dawg! Where's everyone going? (He glitches) Dirk: We're leaving for a little while. Don't worry. Squarewave: All right! Don't take too long, I gotta get chh-- *bzzzt* charged up soon! Dirk: You got it. Squarewave: (He walks out) Hey, where's bee? Bee? (He walks around and into a room) Dirk: ...Those doomed timelines are the ones that had changed destinies in it, y'know. It's not like that would ever actually happen. But... It just feels so wrong that that had to happen in some defective universe like that. (He sits next to the tub and rests his arm on the side) Those swords... I know they're enough to kill that Mister and send him where he belongs. I'll make sure none of that shit ever happens here. (He holds Seth's hand) Trust me, alright? -- Kitty: (She looks at the picture) How cute :3 ....(She sighs).... I hope Dirk knows that this won't be easy :O Well, I-I have faith in him, that evil guy is as good as gone forever >:T ...But still, I can't help but feel a little nervous... (She holds her dress) These will look good as bridesmaid dresses, yes? They're pretty :3 Hehe... (She starts to get changed) Umm... (She slips her shirt and skirt off) Hmmmm.... (She turns to Showanna) Um... You know, I've never actually put a kimono on before ^^'' How does it go? (She puts on the first part of the kimono) Umm, how about like that? o.o (Her ear twitches) ... >:C (She sniffs) ...Hmm, it seems I'm smelling two dogs. But I thought there was only one dog @.@ Hm...? Showanna, d-do you think someone is intruding? >:c -- -- Tintin: Huh...? But, he's... (He holds Brandon's wrist and checks for a pulse) No, he's got no pulse?! Rei: (He pushes his hair out of his face and runs into the room) I'm too late...! Tintin: Doctor, what's the matter? He's...! Rei: Let me see, now, let me see him. (He sighs) Really, Katsumi, you could have asked me for help...! (He holds Brandon's hand and flows energy into him) Haddock: (He watches as the room glows) ?? Whoa-hoh! Rei: (He slaps Brandon's face lightly) Brandon, are you okay? (He shakes him and sighs as his eyes open) Good... Really, that was so unessecary! Tintin: Is... is he alright? Though I'm mystified at what just happened. Rei: Yes, he's fine. Though he might be weakened since his core soul is gone. I can easily give you a replacement soul that will hide your identity so that the creator won't find you. If that Katsumi would have just asked >:c (He sighs) Now, I see you've got some injuries. Just a moment. (He puts his hands on Brandon's head and heals him) There... you'll be alright. Please excuse me for now. (He walks out) Tintin: (He sits next to the bedside) Um, I have to wonder if this is normal in the future. Haddock: Some future! You can heal people with your hands! -- Rei: (He folds his arms and walks into his office) Hmph! So, you didn't even think about asking me for help after all! Even though I'm a soul deliverer! I suppose it slipped over your head? ....(He sighs) ... I gave Brandon an anonymous soul. He will still be himself, but weaker. That soul is useless to you know who, so you really needn't worry. (He leans over the desk and plays with Katsumi's hair) You need to be more careful... -- -- Karkat: /Huh? What was all that about... elements? .... I shouldn't mess with it./ (He looks down from the window) ....WHAT?! I'm not jumping down there! .... (He looks at Cloud) ....Ugh. Fine, but don't be sad if I die, you moron! (He jumps down and gets caught by Cloud) ...Okay, I guess I was overexaggerating a little. (He hops out from Cloud's arms) Gah-- (He falls over then stands up) ..... (He holds Cloud's hand and pulls him along) There's not much left, really. See? (He looks up at a destroyed hive) It's a fucking miracle that my hive is still standing. And that my lusus is still alive. (He looks around and sighs) This place is a god damn wasteland... I mean, it wasn't great in the first place either. orange grub: (It squeals and crawls over to Karkat and Cloud) Karkat: (He looks down at the grub) Rrg. These things are everywhere. orange grub: (It squeals again and climbs onto Cloud's leg) Karkat: Argh-- hey, get off of him! orange grub: (It climbs onto Cloud's shoulder and snuggles him) Karkat: (He watches as Cloud pets it) Oh-- oh NO. Don't tell me you actually like that stupid thing. orange grub: (It smiles and squeals) Karkat: Ugh, gross. That thing is the embodiment of disgusting. orange grub: (It hops onto Karkat and bites his neck) >:3 Karkat: Agh! (He holds the grub by its leg) Don't eat mutant blood, you fucking idiot! orange grub: (It spits out Karkat's blood) Peh! Peh!!! Karkat: Gr... (He holds it normally) What do you want anyway? -- -- Kaide: All right everyone, hurry in!! >O< (He holds the door open for them) Okay... Is that everyone? >:T Angel: (He appears and folds his wings) Where's Cross?! (He turns to Kaide) Hey, kid-- Kaide: "Kid", he says! Hmm I'll have you know my true form is not even close to a kid >O> I am over 60 feet tall, mister! So, what can I do ya for? Angel: ...Heh. Ahem. It's alright, I picked up her scent. See ya. (He runs off) Kaide: Wha-- hey, you!! Don't you need my help?! I can help too, y'know! Ask me for help!! >:O Angel: (He runs over to Adena and Cross and sighs) Good, you're alright. I'm sorry I couldn't come sooner. The thing is, I'm being targeted by this ally of some dangerous youkai. I just barely escaped from-- ???: (He places his hand on Angel's head and smirks as he falls over) It's a shame, really, that this angel can't be preserved. Such a rare species. However, my master needs to eat him. Excuse me. (He picks up Angel's body) Kaide: Oh no ya don't! (He transforms into a huge fox creature and grabs ??? with his mouth) ???: (He gasps) Y-you're from the 5th class youkais?! (He chokes) Gah--!! Kaide: ((Beat it, small fry.)) ???: (He screams) Get away from me!! (He falls out of Kaide's mouth and disappears quickly) Kaide: (He alters to his human form) Hrmph! (He puts his hand on Angel's head and heals him) Hey, you! Angel: (He wakes up) Ugh... Sorry to bring them here. I just don't know why they're after me. Kaide: You idiot =3= It because you're a ravenkind. A rare species of angel. I suppose that's why that youkai wants to eat you. Angel: Wh-wha? Eat me? But I thought they only ate... Kaide: Heh! 3rd class youkai will eat anything they want. They're gross -n- Now anyway, where's Doctor? DOCTOR? (He looks around) Everyone's in the tardis! =O=/ The Doctor: (He appears with Yuki on his shoulder) Phew, well then... Everyone on board? Kaide: Huh? Doctor, how is she? Is she okay o.o The Doctor: Indeed! Simple possesion. It's no surprise she wasn't able to control herself. Fortunately, it's not too hard to get rid of. She is a bit sleepy, though. Here, please escort her inside. I'm going to help Spikes. Kaide: (He supports Yuki and helps her inside and sits her on a chair) There you go... Phew... The Doctor: (He appears next to Spikes) Oh, dear... (He zaps Carlton with his screwdriver and paralyzes him) There we go. That should do it, for the time being. Let's go, then. (He grabs Spikes arm and disappears) Kaide: (He looks up at Adena) Hey, Adena! I haven't seen you in a while! -w- Angel: (He holds Cross and sighs) We need to leave soon. I hope they won't take too long. The Doctor: (He appears with Spikes) Are we ready, now? (He walks over to the tardis) Kaide: Yeah, let's hurry >:O (He opens the doors and walks in with everyone) The Doctor: (He shuts the door behind him) We're off! (He pulls a lever and runs down to the controls) Kaide: (He sighs and rests in a chair next to Yuki) Man, what a day =3= -- -- Riku: (He sits up) Dana... (He sighs) I'm alright. I can take this imbecile. Heh, really... It's funny how he thinks he is a match for me. (He stands up) I'm fine. Leave it to me. Eve: (She gasps and runs over to them) Riku, Dana! I thought I felt you close by! Riku: Eve?! Eve: I know, I know, it's been a long time... (She stops) ...Um... Death? What are you doing here? Riku: (He chuckles) Unfortunately, you haven't walked in at the best of times. Eve: ...Hm. I know, it has to do with HIM, eh? Don't worry, I know all about it. Riku: Oh. Met up with some others, have you? Eve: Yeah... Dana... (She sighs) ...Me and Rei are soul deliverers. You know what that means, don't you? Riku: Of course. So she doesn't have to die, then? That's good... Eve: It's very easy. Please, allow me. (She lies Dana down) You will feel limp for just a second. But don't worry. (She takes Dana's soul and replaces it with an anonymous soul) ..... Okay. (She carefully gives Dana's soul to Death) This is not to be in the hands of that Creator. Riku: (He holds Dana as she sits up) ... Eve: I've done what I can here. (She looks at Dana) Your anonymous soul will last you forever, so don't worry... But you should return your own soul eventually. Riku: (He looks at Death) It's best if I do this as soon as possible. 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Tavros: (He looks at Case) Yeah, uh, why don't you go dance? (He smiles) Case: (He blinks and signs to Tavros) /Me? No no. I would look so stupid./ Tavros: No you wouldn't. (He chuckles) Go on, do you like this music? Case: (He signs to Tavros) /Well, I would have a hard time hearing it, you know? I can barely make out the sounds in it. My deafness has been getting worse these days./ ^^' Tavros: Oh.... Uh sorry, I forgot... Case: /Don't worry about it/ :3 Yami: (She walks in) Hello? Am I late? o.o Oh where am I? Tavros: (He waves to Yami) Hey, uh, Yami! Yami: Hello, you boys :3 (She sits on the couch next to them) How are you doing? Tavros: Oh, uhh, we're all right... Yami: (She looks at Case) Who's this? :3 Tavros: That's Case, uh, he's mute... He lost his voice and some of his hearing to some disease.. Uhh what was it? Case: (He nods and signs to Tavros) /Laryngeal cancer, remember?/ Tavros: (He turns to Yami) Oh, uh, right.. that human disease... Yami: Oh dear, that's horrible :c You're so brave, darling. Case: (He smiles) /Well thank you/ :3 Yami: (She smiles and looks around) Wow, it's so great to see everyone again ^o^ (She waves to Michiko and Kasuni) Hello there again, how are you guys? (She walks over to them) Tavros: (He looks up at Suavity) Uhhh, anyway.... (He talks softly) Are you okay? I mean, just then, a few minutes ago... Y-you seemed so different... Case: ((Hmm, maybe I should go somewhere else...)) ^^ (He walks over to Saturn and looks at the mixer) ..... o.o (He looks at her and signs) /Hey, can you sign? What's your name again?/ :3 -- Tomo: (He knocks on the door) .... Hm ^^' (He walks inside) Hello, you guys? (He walks over to Kasuni Skye and Dog) ...*sigh*... (He sits next to Dog and Skye) Listen, umm... I think there's something you should know... Gino is-- (He feels a hand cover his mouth) Wh--?! x.x (He disappears) -- ???: (He appears in the forest with his hand over Tomo's mouth) Gotcha, you little shithead! Tomo: (He pushes ???'s hand off) Hey, what the--?! (He turns around and sees ???) Antonio? What the hell are you doing? Antonio: Don't give me that! I ain't done beatin' your ass into the dirt! Tomo: ....I thought I already beat your ass into the dirt. (He shakes his head) Whatever, it doesn't matter! I need to go, so just leave me alone. (He starts walking off then dodges a knife that Antonio threw) =m='' Uugh. Antonio: I ain't leavin until you're dead meat! Tomo: You know, you're growing up, Antonio... (He turns around) You're growing into a real big thorn straight up into my ass. Seriously, let this go! It's been 4 years! Antonio: I aint' lettin it go. Tomo: Ugh, jesus... I need to leave now. I was in the middle of something. Antonio: Whassamatter? You worried I'm gonna beat you? I trained up, y'know. Tomo: No, I'm worried that this whole thing is a waste of time. I'm telling you, I don't care about some stupid standoff that happened 4 years ago! (He turns away) And don't follow me like you did last time! Antonio: (He grabs Tomo roughly and growls) Fight me. Tomo: Grrr-- Fine, you want to fight me so badly? (He punches Antonio in the face and sends him flying backward) Antonio: (He coughs) /Jesus, what the--?!/ Tomo: I told you, get over it. I know I did a lot of fighting back then, but I'm done. Antonio: (He stares blankly) /God, his strength is even more unreal than before.../ (He holds his jaw and hisses in pain) Shit, it's broken... Tomo: Seriously? (He places his hand on Antonio's face and heals it) I'm leaving. You should go home. (He disappears) Antonio: Shit... (He stands up and disappears) -- -- Mei: (She looks up at Abilio) /Holy crap, he's so big/ O.O Uhh hi there... (She bows slightly then nods) .... (She turns to Gino) Hey wait just a minute... Gino?! I thought you were dead! You know, Dog and Skye are crying. They're devastated... Just what happened to you, guy? What's going on? I mean, I don't even think your parents know-- o.o Tomo: (He walks in) Hello? (He sees Gino) Oh, I found you! I followed your trail, don't think you can get away so easy >:C Uh... uh... (He points at Gino) Gino, is that you? Why do you look so different? @.@ Mei: Tomo :D Tomo: Hi, Mei. (He walks over to them then looks up at Gino) Uh, anyway, listen... you remember when I went off on you? When I got all mad and... beat up that guy... and yelled at you... Mei: /Is he apologizing? Really? That's not like him.../ (She looks at Tomo) e.e' Tomo: (He thinks) .....Well actually, nevermind. I'm still... pretty mad. But you need to tell everyone the truth :O Mei: I thought so o.o Tomo: (He folds his arms and looks away from Gino) Don't get mad me, dude... people actually believe that you're dead for good. Everyone's taking it hard, especially your brother and Dog. And... me, okay? We've been friends since we were kids, and I hate it without you there. The least you can do is tell the truth.  (He looks at Gino then looks away) ........Asshole. Mei: (She whispers to Water) Hey, where did they come from anyway? Why are they here O.O Sleep: (He walks over to Tomo) Oh, where was I....? Mei: (She sees Sleep and runs off) AHHHHH ;O; Sleep: ............... Tomo: Sleep, goddamnit, why do you feel like you have to pull those jokes on people? They actually get really scared. It's not funny e.e Sleep: Yes, it is.... Mei: (She stops) Wait... joke? x.x Tomo: Yeah, he's not gonna eat your soul. He can't do that. Mei: ...........What? ;m; Sleep: (He giggles softly) Heehee..... I got you. Mei: I'm so confused... you're not gonna eat Water's soul either? @.@ Sleep: No, I can only eat angel souls.... unfortunately, I've had my fill for this millenium... Mei: (She looks at Water) Soo, I guess I came here for nothing? Wow. Sorry =w= -- -- Coco: (She claps) Hey, what's the matter with bursting into song? xD (She looks at Vedal and Plasma) Ooh, a skeleton dog. How cute is she? x3 (She pets Plasma) Aww hii... you're a cute little pup, yes you are :3 Equius: (He grins) She is delightful. Cronus: (He chuckles at Lydia) Yo, are vwe dancin or tryin on clothes? (He gently zips down the back on Lydia's outfit) ....... (His face turns violet) /Damn.../ (He turns and walks out of the dressing room) Uh anyway, I'll see you outside, babe. (He shuts the door to the dressing room and runs his hands through his hair) /Alright, forget about it, Cronus.../ (He walks over to Coco and Mituna) Vwhat's up? Mituna: OO000OOH CR0NU5TH!! Cronus: Hunh? Vwhat? Mituna: DUD3 CRON2TH YOU'RE PURPL3!! Cronus: Tuna-- (He covers Mituna's mouth) Seriously, sh. Mituna: *Muffled* HHGH? Cronus: (He sighs) Geez. Coco: (She smiles knowingly at Cronus) eWe Cronus: (He rolls his eyes at Coco) Yeah, keep lookin' at me like that, idiot. Coco: (She laughs) Hmm xD Sollux: (He looks at Yolanda) Oh, uh, 2ure? (He looks at the clothes) ...Huh. Thi2 all look2 really weird to me. (He folds his arms) Uhh... you can choo2e, I gue22. I'd probably pick 2omething ridiculou2. (He chuckles) - Zieg: (He stares into space then notices Greed talking to him) H-huh..? Oh... I guess I don't know. I suppose I would be a "buzz-kill".. in my younger sister's words. (He sighs and looks down at his sweater-vest) ...Does it really look so bad? (He pushes up his glasses as they slide down his face) Coco: (She waves to Zieg) Yo sargeant buzzkill, are you coming in here or what? o.o Zieg: .... =^= Coco: Come on, you said you wouldn't be a bother e.e Zieg: I'm not being a bother! I'm silently sitting here with my friend. (He folds his arms) Coco: ...Greed is your friend? -3- Zieg: (He rolls his eyes) I'm fine. Honestly... Coco: We'll be done in a few, just sit tight o.o (She walks back inside) -- -- Craig: (He walks with Evan and Tweek) 10th grade? ...Oh yeah, I remember. I was always sitting next to you when I was in trigonometry. Tweek: (He shakes and looks around) O-oh jesus, man! Are they gone?! What if they kill us?! Craig: (He looks at Tweek) No, they won't. (He pets the monkey on Evan's back) I mean, maybe... Do you think? Tweek: Gghngah!! monkey: (it makes a loud howling noise in the tree Tweek is walking past) Tweek: (He screams and runs away from the tree) Oh god!! Craig: (He looks up in the tree at the monkey and points at it) Like that one. Tweek: Oh god, don't point at it! Aghgh!!!! (He tugs on his hair and pulls some of it out) .. (He shakes and points at the hair in his hand) I pulled out my hair!! Craig: (He thinks for a minute) ..... I guess I don't remember that much about 10th grade. (He has a flashback) // Clyde: Dude, Craig, how are we in the same school again? Craig: ...I don't know. // Clyde: (He taps Zieg) Hey Zieg, cool story bro. Zieg: What? (He looks at Clyde) What are you talking about? Craig: Yeah, cool story Zieg. Zieg: (He rolls his eyes) You two are so stupid. Clyde: Hey Zieg, want to hear a joke? Zieg: Oh boy... (He sighs) What is it? Clyde: Craig is so stupid that he tried to climb mountain dew. (He snickers) Heheh xD Craig: (He laughs) Yeah. Hey wait, that's me. Zieg: (He giggles) Ooh, that wasn't very nice. Clyde: Okay, here's another one. What's fat and ugly? Craig: What? Clyde: Craig's guinea pig. (He laughs) xD Zieg: (He chuckles softly) Oh Clyde, that is so mean :O Craig: Clyde, that was so uncalled for. Clyde: Okay, listen to this one.... Why do girls wear makeup and perfume? Zieg: Why? Clyde: (He snickers) Because they're ugly and they stink. Craig: Heh. (He laughs) Heh heh. I remember that one. Zieg: That wasn't even funny. -w- // Craig: (He stares blankly) ....But I guess there was this one other time... (He has another flashback) //Craig: (He hears groans of pain coming from outside) (He looks around then walks outside) ? Dave (distantly): Get it straight, you asshole. (He throws another punch) Craig: /Oh shit, someone's getting beat up. I'm outta here./ (He turns to walk back inside then hears Evan grunting in pain) .... /Oh, it must be that one guy./ (He walks back inside and into his classroom) // Craig: (He looks at Evan) That's right, I totally heard you getting beat up. Tweek: (He shrieks) Urgh!! What are you talking about? Craig: I told you about it when me and Clyde moved back to colorado last year, remember? Tweek: .... (He twitches) I don't remember! Not for the most part... (He thinks) ...Ugh... Ghaa!! I can't remember! (He pulls on his hair) This is so much pressure, man!!! Craig: It's okay. But now that I think about it, I got a lot of detention in 10th grade for some reason. Tweek: Augh! (He twitches) You still DO get detention all the time! You've been getting detention since you started going to school! (He tugs his shirt) Craig: ...Oh. Yeah, but mostly in fourth grade... Wow, I wish I was in fourth grade again. Tweek: Ugh!! (He twitches) I don't!! Don't you remember when those assholes made me replace Kenny and I had to hang out with them?! Ugh, god-- that was the most stress I've ever had to deal with!!! (He tugs on his shirt) Craig: (He looks at the hair in Tweek's hand) Dude, are you still holding your hair? Tweek: (He holds up his hair and looks at it and twitches) Aahgh!! (He shakes) Jesus man, oh god! Sick! Ugh-- (He throws it) Gross...! -- -- Jake: (He smiles at Jupiter) Thank you, sir! (He places his guns back into the holsters) That was the most fun I've had while fighting since.. well, a long time ago! ???: (He sways his tail and walks over to them) Well Jake, who is your fighting partner? Jake: (He sees the lion and smiles) Hello Adriel! (He looks at Jupiter) Oh, him? Well, we actually just met. Adriel: (He purrs) Oh? (He smiles) Well, where are you off to? Jake: (He thinks) Um, now that you mention it... Oh yes! I wonder where those three went off to. I'd better go and find them! Adriel: Of course. Jake: (He waves to Adriel) See you! (He waves for Jupiter and Neptune to follow) C'mon, I'll introduce them to you when we find them. (He smiles) -- Butters: (He looks at Phobos and pets him) Aww, well, look Kyle! This cute little cat just--just jumped into my arms. Kyle: Look out! (He points at dog 2) Butters: (He sees dog 2) Wh-whoa! dog 4: (He creeps out from the bushes and growls at Butters) Kyle: (He turns to the other dog) Oh, shit! dog 4: (He glares and walks slowly towards Butters with dog 2) /Come on, now, nice and easy..../ Butters: (He holds Phobos closely) No! Bad! uh-- bad dogs!! (He lightly slaps dog 4's snout) dog 4: (He looks at Butters confusedly and wiggles his snout) ....? /Did he just....?/ Butters: Now, shoo!! Shoo! Kyle: Agh-- Butters!! Just give them the cat! Butters: No, Kyle! (He looks angrily at him) dog 4: (He glares at Butters) ...... /You're making this real difficult.../ (He steps back) /I'm warning you, I'll tear your flesh apart./ (He barks lowly and snarls) Butters: (He backs away and holds Phobos closely) Wh-whuohah.... Kyle: Come on! (He grabs Butters' arm) dog 4: (He barks loudly at Kyle and growls) /God damn these humans.../ (He moves forward and bares his huge sharp teeth and drools) /Heh heh, come on... Hand over the cat./ (He turns to dog 2) /What do you reckon we do with them?/ Butters: (He looks down at his pants) Uh--... o-oh geez... Kyle: (He looks at Butters' wet pants) Oh-- oh god, Butters. Butters: Sorry. Jake: (He runs over to Kyle and Butters with Jupiter and Neptune) Ah, hello there-- Oh, this isn't good.. (He looks at the wild dogs) dog 4: (He grins at Jake) /Ahh, who have we here?/ Jake: (He take out one of his pistols) Come on, now! Scram. (He shoots in the air) dog 4: /That pistol..../(He whimpers) /Oh fuck, let's get out of here!/ (He runs off and nods for dog 2 to follow) -- -- Rose: (She smiles sarcastically and lightly pushes Albino away) Well, it was really something... I don't think I would ever do it again. Not after falling over my own feet every step of the way. Zion: You weren't too bad! Well... after you actually learned it. Rose: Oh, sure. And also, I wouldn't worry too much about Dave and Nick. Zion: Really? Why? (He pokes Zach's tummy gently) Heh. Rose: Well, because I'm talking to Dave right now. (She shows Mealina Dave's text) I assume this was the reason behind your visions. (She looks at Albino) There should be no reason for the Creator to enter their dream session now after that darkness left. Feferi controlls them, and she would never let him in. Zion: (He reads the text) "Nick's future self just".... mhm... "sucked out the demon thing like a g.d. vacuum cleaner", uh huh.... "everything is cool." Well, do you think they'll be all right? Rose: I don't see why not. (She puts her phone away) I'll be right back with the tea. (She walks into the kitchen) Zion: Well, nothing to worry about. (He chuckles as Zach feels his chin stubble) Oh, yeah. You might have that someday. Rose: Hm.. (She hears her phone beep and checks it) ...Oh. (She reads the text from Kanaya) [Kanaya: Rose Why Are You Responding To Daves Foolishness Rose: You mean texting him? Kanaya: Yes Rose: I guess he just wanted to tell me. Shouldn't you be helping Feferi? Kanaya: Yes Kanaya: I Was Hoping To But This Wont End Rose: What? Kanaya: They Keep Talking At This Rate We Will Be Here For Hours Rose: Tell them to get on with it. That Cthulhu will stop at nothing if it arrives in the dream sessions. Rose: Tell everyone I said to get to it. It'll be chaos if they don't get rid of it. The sooner the better. Kanaya: Okay I Will Kanaya: Why Couldnt You Come Anyway Rose: I need to stay here and look after the house. I'm on watch. If I leave, she could strike. Kanaya: Oh Thats Right The Cat Demon Kanaya: I Understand Rose: Good. How are they doing? Kanaya: Still Talking Kanaya: I Will Text You Later And Let You Know What Happens But We Have To Leave Rose: All right. Be careful out there and don't get to close to it. Kanaya: Okay ] Rose: (She puts her phone away) ... (She stirs sugar into the tea and pours it into 4 cups) -- -- John: (He walks outside with Aeolus and Spirit) Hehe xD Well... There's a lot more to do out here, where should we go? (He walks on the sidewalk with them) Hey it's getting pretty dark... a lot of people are gone o.o ???(dog): (He walks over to John and barks) Hey! John: Crash! (He smiles) How are ya buddy? (He scratches him behind the ears) Crash: (He chuckles and nuzzles his arm) I'm alright... I've been travelin' for weeks, so I decided to come back here for a while. (He nods at Aeolus) Who's this kid? John: Oh, this is Aeolus! He's a really nice element dog. Uh, Aeolus, this is Crash! I met him in the darkwood forest. (He grins) Uhh, y'know? That one? :B Crash: Yeah, John here saved my ass... (He winks with his scarred eye) I got outta there, but it would'a been worse than this if he hadn't shown up. John: (He laughs) Aw shucks, you could've beat them on your own. You're so tough :3 Crash: Nah, trust me on this one... (He looks at Spirit) Hey, you an element too? John: Yes, he is too! Crash: Nice to meet you both... (He twitches his ears) Huh? (He turns to John) Looks like someone's here for you. John: Huh? o.o (He looks around) ................Who? Crash: ......Sounds like a lot of 'em. John: Where? o.o ???: .....ohn!!!! John!!!! JOOOOOOHN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (They all run into John) John: Wha?! What's going on? Oh no, my timeline selves! D: John 7: How am I here? Help!!! x.x John 3: This again? o.o John 5: Hey, where am I? o.o John: Augh!! Will you all be quiet? Now, listen... Hey! Excuse me! Crash: (He chuckes) Heh. Your timeline clones, eh? John 13: (He looks around) Which one is real... wait, it's me, I'm real... right? o.o John 4: (He waves at Crash) Hey! Crash! Wow, I didn't know you were in other timelines :D Crash: (He looks at John 4) ...I didn't either. John 10: (He trips on John 6) Hey watch it D: John 6: YOU watch it loser >:T John 10: What? Why would you call me that? =w= All Johns: (They yammer and talk over each other) John: (He facepalms) Gah-- HEEEEEEEY!! All Johns: (They look at John) o.o John: Phew... hoo, listen... I don't know how you all keep-- appearing or whatever! And there are probably more of you out there or something.. but don't come rushing to me! x.x I know I'm the alpha and everything, but-- John 8: Alpha? :O John 2: Wow, no wonder you look so cool! John: (He rolls his eyes) Augh.... Guys, don't you know you can go back to your timeline by yourselves!! =m= All Johns: o.o .........No? John: (He sighs and rubs his temples) =w='' Use your tier, stupids! All Johns: (They look at each other) ...o.o Oh!!! Oh (They all talk to each other) (Yeah I get it now!) (Wow, I can't believe I forgot) (Oh, that's right) :D John: Geez, I didn't know I was such an idiot... Crash: (He walks over to Aeolus and Spirit) I guess this happens a lot, huh? -- -- Spencer: (He facepalms) What. Just happened? Billy: (He shoves brownies in his mouth and talks) Hmnuh? (He turns around to Spencer) I don't know. Pretty weird... (He eats another brownie) Gokudera: Heh, uh... It's kind of hard to explain. (He blushes as Boo grabs his arm and walks off with her) Hey babe, who was that person? An element? Pretty ugly one, if you ask me... Billy: Nah, I've seen weirder :T (He keeps eating) spencer's mom: (She hands the platter to Spencer) Oh take care of these, would you Spencer? And-- (She turns and sees floating brownies) Wh-- (She screams) AHH! Why are my brownies floating?! Billy: Huh?... (He waves the brownie around) 8D spencer's mom: (She screams) What is going on?! Spencer: No-- wait! Mom, uh, just my special effects-- (He glares at Billy) acting up again! Billy: (He eats the brownie and snickers) Pfft-- shorry. spencer's mom: (She holds her head) Some special effects, Spencer! (She turns to walk inside) I'm surprised you're not famous for those yet! Spencer: (He rolls his eyes) Hrm. Wait... (He turns to Billy) How can those guys see you-- (He motions to Circus Kai and everyone) --but not my mom? Billy: (He widens his eyes and stops eating the brownie) ....... (He swallows it) Uhhhh..... I don't... know? Shanilla: Well, wouldn't that be because they're magic :o Spencer: Magic? Really? Billy: Haha, magic? Shanilla, you gotta learn to-- Panic: (He transforms into a snake and holds Alice) ^^ Billy: WHHUUH!! (He hides behind Circus and Wind) What was THAT?! Spencer: (His eyes widen) Wow, I had to see it to believe it! Shanilla: See? Billy: (He peeks out from behind them) .....Dude! I like cobras, but not titanaboas! Panic: (He sees Billy hiding) Hm? (He chuckles and hisses at him) >:3 Billy: D8 (He hides behind Circus and Wind) That is so not cool! Panic: (He looks at Alice) Oh sorry, I couldn't help myself. (He changes to his human form) -- -- The Doctor: (He smiles) Sure thing! Kaide: Yeah, adventure!! Adventure! Let's go already! OwO The Doctor: Well, let's see... (He opens the door to his tardis and goes inside) Come on, then, you lot.... (He pulls down a lever) Ah, there it is! Kaide: (He walks in with Spikes and floats onto his back) Yeah let's go! ...What do we do first? Is there a plan? o.o The Doctor: Yes, we must have a fullproof plan! (He hops down to the controls and presses different buttons) .... (He stops) Er.... (He mutters) What was the code again....? You'd think after 900 years... Oh, right. (He presses the buttons and pulls more levers) All right, we'll be there... Kaide: Soo, what're we gonna do? (He taps Spikes) The Doctor: Yes, we've got some sort of infiltration plan? Kaide: Yeah o.o -- -- Dave: (He sighs as he stops chuckling) Alright, alright. Together. Kanaya: (She looks up from her phone) Oh are we finally leaving? Dave: Seems like it. Karkat: (He stands next to Dave and Eridan) So, how do we do this? Feferi: (She grins) Oooh wellll.... this is so exciting! 8D Since it's our first time we're connecting our powers, I want you all to hold hands with someone for a minute. Uhh, kind of like pick a partner? Heehee ^3^ You'll be combining power with them. Dave: (He quickly grabs Nick's hand) Dibs. Karkat: (He flinches as Eridan grabs his hand) Augh, ew! Eridan: Oh stop complainin. Do you think I wwould really hold hands with Kan or Fef? Karkat: ...Huh, good point. Feferi: (She holds Bianca's hand) All right, are we all paired up? Kanaya: (She walks over to Malik and holds his hand) Our powers seem very equally distrubuted. This may go more quickly than I thought. Eridan: Wwoww Kar, your hands are really swweaty. Karkat: OH FUCK OFF. Feferi: All right, let's go! 8D (She raises her trident and it glows) Dave: (He looks around as everyone is wrapped in glowing ribbons) Whoa. (Everyone disappears and is transported in a glowing bubble into a remote location in space. An extremely colossal creature made of stars resembling Cthulhu is seen above) Feferi: (She lowers her trident) All right... Dave: (He takes off his shades and looks up at the cthulhu) Karkat: (He lets go of Eridan's hand) .... (He looks up) Holy dickmongering fuck. Can I change my mind? Actually, I didn't even agree to this. Can I leave? Feferi: No 8D Kanaya: I assume this won't be TOO hard? Feferi: Nope! He's in a trance right now, but he is awake. We just need everyone to combine forces. And I can make that possible with my trident! Dave: We're ready when you are. (He puts his shades back on) Feferi: So..what we're going to do is put him to sleep for a few more milleniums! He only wakes up every 4 milleniums 8D Such a cute little thing. Eridan: Cute? That thing is not cute. Feferi: ANYWAY!~ (She walks to the front of everyone with Bianca) Hold each other's hands, now! This is very important, since you'll be sharing power. Eridan: (He looks at Karkat and holds out his hand) Come on Kar. Hold my hand. Karkat: (He rolls his eyes and holds Eridan's hand) I don't even want to know where that thing has been. Dave: ........(He notices he's still holding Nick's hand) ...We're good. Feferi: (She looks at Bianca) I can tell you're a little frightened... But you don't need to worry! I know this is all pretty shocking... You'll be safe with me! I won't let anything happen. (She grins and squeezes her hand) /Oops, I hope my teeth aren't scary./ (She blushes and smiles normally) Hehe ^//^' Dave: (He whispers to Nick) Oh dude, I think Feferi's got a thing for her. You think? -- -- Dirk: (He looks at Seth) ..../Fuck. Damn it./ Kitty: (She looks sadly at them) Well... wh-who was that man? He seemed like... like... an awful person >:c Dirk: Yeah, he is. I'd love to kill his ass off. Kitty: Urgh, language.... =u= Dirk: Sorry. (He walks over and wraps his arm around Seth) We'll find a way to get rid of this. Kitty: Dirk... I-I think I may have just the solution... One moment. I need to get something :o (She pulls out two long swordcases from her bag) Dirk: What are those? Kitty: (She holds the sword out) The magic shadow blade...and... (She nods and holds out the other one) The dream light sword. Dirk: These were the ones you were telling me about a while ago. Kitty: ...Yes. Um, well... since my house was burned down, I had to grab my most valuable swords ^^' Luckily, I grabbed a lot of my most powerful ones. Dirk: (He takes the swords) But, I mean... really? You'd let me use them? Kitty: Yes!! I'm sure :c But.. be careful. These are very robust weapons, and you can easily kill someone. Dirk: (He looks at the swords) ....Alright. Kitty: (She sighs) ...I just hate to see someone suffer like this... (She turns to Seth) I'll do anything in my power to help >:C Dirk: Believe it or not, Kit trained me to use swords. Kitty: That's right... But I've never killed anyone, and if you think I will then you're wrong q^q Dirk: (He chuckles) ... (He turns to Seth) ...Are you okay with this? I have the stuff to ice that asshole now. And to tell you the truth... I kind of tried to before. But I didn't get very far. Kitty: (She walks over to Showanna and sighs) .....Good grief... to tell you the truth, I was terrified of that man that was just here o^o Who is he? -- Sawtooth: (He sits with Sassy and holds her) Bee, that guy isn't good for you. (He looks at the electric buzzer on her neck and breaks the lock easily and throws it out) Squarewave: (He buzzes) Yo bro! Ssss--*He buzzes* That Sickolas guy is really chilling out! Sawtooth: ..... Squarewave: He's-- (He glitches) really calming down! They think he might be able to stay here! Sawtooth: Change of heart, huh? Squarewave: Yeah man! Wouldn't that be sweet? Sassy would get to live with us! Sawtooth: Sure would, bro. Listen, go back in there. See what's up. Squarewave: Sure thing-- (He glitches) --dawg! Sawtooth: (He glitches slightly) .... (He holds Sassy closer) .... -- -- Tintin: (He stands up and supports Brandon's weight) Can you stand? Let's get you to that hospital, then... (He looks over and sees the hospital building) Oh, wow... I didn't realize it would be so big. Haddock: (He mumbles and sits up) Oh, what's happenin? Tintin: (He starts walking with Mrs. Cunningham and Brandon) Come on Captain, we're going. Haddock: (He stands up and wobbles) Whuh-- I still can't believe all this-- nonsense. *hic* (He walks with them) Tintin: (He calls out) Snowy! Snowy: (He wags his tail and runs over with the robot dog) /Ah, we're off/ :3 (He turns to the robot dog and walks with him) /Hey, what's your name, friend? I'm Snowy!/ Tintin: (He gasps as Brandon stumbles) Are you still a bit too dizzy? Here, let me carry you-- Haddock: What!! Tintin, you should let a real man carry the injured! Tintin: And who's that? (He picks Brandon up and holds him) Here, put your arm around me, like that. Just rest. Haddock: Wh-- whuh-- I could've taken care of it laddy! Tintin: Sure captain, and drop him while you're at it... Haddock: (He scoffs and keeps walking with them) Hrmph. Tintin: (He walks into the hospital with everyone and looks around) Wow, this place is so different... nurse: (She looks at them) ^^' Um, hi there! Can I help you? Tintin: We have an emergency, we need this fellow to rest here for a while. nurse: Ah alright :O Follow me, I'll call the doctor. (She walks with them to a room) Oh, but your dogs will have to wait outside, is that okay? Tintin: Oh, sure... Snowy, go on and wait outside with your friend, now. Snowy: /Phooey, I thought we could get away with it.../ =w= (He barks softly in agreement and walks with the robot dog outside) /Well, let's wait here then./ -- -- Karkat: (He places his hand on Cloud's back and looks outside) ....? Oh. That's just Nepeta. Nepeta: (She notices Cloud and Karkat and waves) Hi :3 Karkat: (He waves at her) .... (He walks over to the downstairs entrance of his room) Anyway, I wonder if he's home.... Crabdad: (He snaps his claws and makes a creaking noise) ... (He peeks up from downstairs) Karkat: (He smiles) Hey! (He clears his throat) Uh... Hey. Crabdad: Crkkkk!! Karkat: Oh, yeah, I have someone over right now. Crabdad: (He snaps his claws) Crkakkk? Karkat: (He looks away) Uh.... yeah... Crabdad: (He walks away) Crrrrkrk! Krkrr... Karkat: Sure... (He walks over to Cloud) He said he's going to be gone tonight again, but you can stay here. I mean, even though he was gone all day, and all day yesterday, and the day before that. But whatever. (He sits next to Cloud) It's hot outside like always. Fucking alternian sun... but I guess we could still go outside together. There's not much out there anymore though. -- -- --

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Case: !! (He looks outside at Vriska) o.o

Vriska: (She coughs blood) AUGH!! (She disappears) Case: ....(He looks at Tavros) ? Tavros: Uh, it's okay... (He wraps his arms around Suavity's neck for support) Um... you went a little crazy just then... but, uhh, I guess it's okay. I kind of hate Vriska... a lot. She deserves it. Case: (He looks at Star's mixer and signs to him) ((What is that...?)) Tavros: (He sits with Suavity on the couch) Uhh, hey Case? Do you want to sit down? Case: (He looks around and thinks) ? /Did someone call me?/ x.x Tavros: (He grabs his wheelchair and sits then wheels over to Case and taps him) Uh, do you wanna-- Case: (He looks at Tavros) ? (He signs) ((What is it?)) Tavros: Uhh... Oh yeah, you're deaf in one ear... you probably can't really hear me.. Case: (He signs) ((What? Can't hear you)) x.x Tavros: (He grabs Case's arm then wheels over to the couch and sits next to Suavity and pats the seat next to him) Case: /Oh x.x/ (He nods gladly and sits next to them) Tavros: (He looks at Suavity) Uhh, this is Case... He's from some other dimension, he came through that portal people are always coming through... like, in the woods or something.. Case: (He doesn't hear them and keeps looking at everyone dancing and claps softly) ((Hooray)) :3 -- -- Kaide: (He lies on the bubble) Whaat? What's happening Spikes o.o (He hops onto another bubble closer to Spikes) I wanna help o3o The Doctor: (He nods) Me, too! It seems like a serious matter. Kaide: (He hops down from the bubble) I can help save them too! Come onn :C (He pulls on Spikes arm) The Doctor: That's right, we could help. (He twirls the keys to the Tardis and smiles) Anywhere you need to go? -- Mei: (She opens her eyes and pats Water's face) Face... My face... (She sits up quickly) o.o Is my mark gone or something? (She looks at Water) Well, uh, anyway... You know Sleep? That one guy x.x He was after me and you... and a few others... But... where did he go? Maybe it's over... (She rubs her eyes) Geez what a nightmare @.@ -- -- Cronus: (He looks at the girl and smiles) Oh, thanks doll. I'm Cronus, nice to-- (He hears Lydia then stops and smirks) Heh... Sorry, cute thing, I'll be back. (He winks at the girl then walks over to the dressing rooms) Mituna: (He slowly walks out of the dressing room) AWW 8( Cronus: Vwhat's up, Tuna? Mituna: 1 TH0UGHT SH3 LOOKED NI2THCE IN HER OUTF1T BUT TH3N SHE PUSHED M3 OUT OF THE RO0M Cronus: Oh, really? (He opens the door and sees Lydia's outfit) Nice outfit, girl. Guess you thought I vwasn't comin' back here, huh? (He chuckles) Those human girls vwouldn't get outta my sight. What else you tryin' on? Sollux: (He looks at Yolanda's outfit and smiles) Hey, I like it. Are you gonna buy it? Mituna: (He zaps Equius and Vedal on accident) 0-OH NO, 1'M 5ORRY!!! Sollux: Wha-- Oh 2hit, Mituna... (He walks over to them) What did you do? Equius: (He groans) This is not... how I intended to die... Sollux: Oh 2hut up, you're not gonna die. (He helps them up and reverses the damage with his psiionic) Equius: (He looks at Vedal) Are you okay? Coco: Wow nice job x.x Huh... (She looks at Zieg and walks over to him) Hey bro, come and try some stuff on :3 Zieg: Umm... Ummm... no, thanks, I'll carry the bags. Coco: Oh, come on, you need some new clothes anyway... Just this one time, you should really stop wearing sweater-vests =w='' Zieg: ...(He looks away) Hmm... Coco: Yes? Hmm? o.o Zieg: N-no. Coco: (She sighs) Well, okay then. Just tell me if you change your mind -w- (She walks over to Vedal) Hey, you look good :3 Mituna: (He trips over a clothes rack and hisses) TH3TH THHING TR1PPED M3!!! >8( Coco: (She turns to Mituna) =w='' Zieg: (He folds his arms and sighs) ...... (He walks over to a bench in front of the store and sits down and thinks silently) -- -- Craig: (He blinks then looks at Evan) Uuhh.... Craig? (He looks away) ........So... you're a vampire. And that giant snake-man was about to eat me. This just keeps getting better and better. ???: (He shrieks and walks around then sees Craig and Evan) Oh-- oh man-- Oh god! (He twitches) OH JESUS!!! Craig: (He looks at ???) Hi Tweek. Tweek: (He screams) AHH!! DUDE!! (He points at Evan then twitches and shakes) IS THAT A VAMPIRE?! (He screams and tugs his shirt nervously) Craig: Yeah... I think he's royalty or something, too. Tweek: (He screams) AHHH!! Craig: I think he likes me. I mean, he's probably nice or something... maybe. Tweek: N-no way!! Vampires-- (He twitches and screams) THEY DRINK BLOOD, DUDE!! Craig: Uh-huh. Tweek: (He shakes) I GOTTA GET OUT OF HERE!! Craig: Me too, probably... I mean, my dog is diabetic, and he hasn't eaten dinner. He's probably dead. Tweek: (He shrieks) AGH!! Not Digby!!! Craig: (He looks at Evan's arm around his shoulders) ....Uhh... I need to go now. Tweek: Dude where are we?!! (He twitches and tugs his shirt nervously) Craig: I have no idea. Cartman knocked us out and made us take a bus trip for like 6 hours, remember? We're like 1000 miles away from Colorado. Tweek: O-oh, oh yeah..... (He screams) Agh! My mom is gonna freak out!! Craig: Well it's not the first time we've gone missing thanks to him. Tweek: (He shrieks and twitches) UGH! I hate Cartman!!! Craig: Me too. Tweek: (He looks around nervously and hears something screeching and hides behind Craig and Evan) Oh, jesus, man! They're gonna get me! (He sits down) Oh christ! *Under his breath* they might...might get me... Craig: (He looks around) That sounds like a howler monkey. Tweek: Howler monkeys?! (He looks around and twitches) Craig: Tweek, don't be so afraid of monkeys. Jesus, dude. Tweek: (He shrieks) Ghh!! -- -- Zion: (He sighs and jumps down from the tree) Sorry. I was just worried, y'know? I guess I was just paranoid about... you know... The Creator and whoever else. I couldn't help it. (He walks over to her and Zach and smiles) Well, is Rose in? Rose: (She opens her door) Mealina, Zion, how are you? I see you had your baby. Come in, please. (She smiles and lets them in) Zion: Hey, Rose. (He walks in with Mealina) Rose: (She closes the door) So, how are you feeling? (She puts her hand on Mealina's shoulder and looks at Zach) He's adorable. (She strokes his cheek) Hi, there... What's his name? -- -- Cartman: (He looks at Jupiter and Neptune) ...Who are these fruitcakes. Jake: Oh, don't be so rude. These are elements, Eric. Space elements... They're very amazing. Kyle: (He looks at Neptune) That guy is floating. Leopold: Wow!! (He looks at them) Well, you guys look pretty cool! Jake: (He smiles at them) We're just heading for the city. And I'm sure you could find a lot of dangerous stuff to do here, you should look around more. Kyle: Uh, dangerous like that?! (He points at giant beast behind Jake) Jake: (He looks behind him) Oh, bugger... Cartman: Oh god! (He runs off) giant beast: (it roars at all of them and shakes the ground) Leopold: (He holds onto Kyle) Ahh!! Jake: (He backs away from it) Kyle, you three get out of here! Kyle: Okay! (He runs off with Leopold) Cartman?! Where the hell did he go? Jake: Would you two mind helping me with this? (He looks at Neptune and Jupiter) If you want to, of course. (He pulls out his guns) I haven't dealt with this beast in a long time. -- Kyle: (He breathes heavily and stops) Haah... hah... Oh no... Leopold: W-what are we gonna do? (He breathes heavily) Kyle: I don't know... We can't just leave that thing to Jake! Leopold: Well... those element guys sure looked tough... Kyle: Yeah, I guess. (He looks around) Where's Cartman, anyway? Cartman: (He runs over to them) YOU GUYS!! *HUFF* (He wipes his face) What... are we gonna do?! Kyle: Nice job running off like that, stupid! Cartman: Augh, shut up! Kyle: You know you could have just waited until Jake-- Cartman: Jake's a no-good European, Kyle! He doesn't know what he's doing! Kyle: Being European doesn't have anything to do with this, you fat racist piece of fucking garbage! Cartman: Oh! Oh, I'm a I'm a racist, huh?! Shut your goddamn jew mouth, Kyle! (He pushes Kyle) Leopold: N-now, fellas, I'm sick of you two-- uh, bickering! Cartman: Butters, shut up. Okay? Every time you open your faggy little mouth-- Leopold: (He weakly shoves Cartman) You shut up, Eric! Kyle: Oh shit, dude. Cartman: (He looks at Butters in confusion) Wh-- I-- Fuck you, fag! Leopold (Butters*): Stop calling me that, y-you, you fat asshole! Cartman: I'm going by myself! Screw you guys! (He walks off) Butters: (He folds his arms) Hmph... I never liked him.. Kyle: Yeah, I hope he gets lost. Well let's go, Butters. Jake should catch up to us. Butters: (He sighs) Okay. Kyle: (He walks with him) You know, it's a good thing you finally stood up to him like that. Butters: I know... But, I mean... Do you think he'll really get lost...? Kyle: (He shrugs) Who cares? Let's just follow this path, Jake said we're gonna follow this the whole way. Butters: (He smiles) Well, all right! -- -- John: (He jumps as Spirit looks at him) What? Oh uhh, maybe that's not important ^//^''' girl: (She screams and runs around as the cloud follows her) AHH!!! >O< John: (He looks out the window) Haha :3 Anyway... your homeland is gone? That's horrible... I mean, there has to be some way... (He looks at Aeolus and sighs) I guess not, huh? Sorry, buddy... John (Alternate Timeline): (He appears and looks at John) .... o.o John: (He looks at AT. John) ....Oh boy. AT. John: Wow, I didn't think I'd get to meet myself! John: Okay, alternate timeline me, you need to leave. (He stands up and pushes AT. John and walks out with him) AT. John: But I don't know how I got here :B John: @.@ What? AT. John: Yeah, I was just talking to Jade from my timeline, and all of the sudden I'm here... Which one am I in now? John: Don't freak out, but you're in the Alpha timeline. Just listen to m-- AT. John: What?! D: John: I said don't freak out! Geeez... (He holds AT. John's arm and turns transparent) I'm gonna get you back to your timeline, okay? AT. John: Hooo... Okay. John: (He makes AT. John disappear and appears normally again) Phew... I hope that doesn't happen anymore x.x (He walks back in and sighs) Sorry about that.. (He sits next to Spirit and Aeolus) -- -- Gamzee: (He looks at Alice Boo and Lady) Hunh? You mean like... grubs? Nah not yet man.... Shanilla: (She looks at Gamzee) What do you mean? Grubs o.o Gamzee: Oh... you must not know, girl :o) Grubs are made when two trolls-- Panic: (He places his hand over Gamzee's mouth) Gamzee! You can't just tell someone like Shanilla something so dirty :0 Shanilla: Dirty? Oh, I see.. Nevermind ^^' Gamzee: Aww, why not man? She's old enough :o( Arrow: I think she'd be more confused than grossed out. (He laughs nervously) Panic: Even more reason to not explain anything! Arrow: Anyway... (He looks at Dark and smiles sheepishly) I just think a girl would be nice, y'know? Panic: Oh Arrow, give Dark a break >o> Gokudera: Yeah man, you'd probably hurt him. Arrow: (He sighs and holds Dark close) Yeah, alright. (He flicks his dragon tail) Shanilla: (She looks around) Wow, it's amazing how many of you are here :O And those scary people that were just here... Is there some sort of event? o.o Gokudera: Nah, there's just a lot of really important people here. Shanilla: (She gasps) Celebrities? I should have guessed, you're all so good looking... are all of you some sort of street performer group? :o Gokudera: Heh, uh, celebrities? Something like that... Panic: (He whispers to Alice Boo and Gokudera) Oh my, I don't think she's ever been around magic abilities before ^^' Gokudera: (He whispers) Yeah... Should we tell her? Panic: (He whispers back) Well, she's seen it in action. Why not? :o Shanilla: o.o ... (She taps Dark) Is there something I'm missing? @.@ -- Spencer: (He groans and lies down) Billy: (He zooms into Spencer's room) Dude get up! Spencer: No way, give me a break... Billy: (He whines) Uh~!! Dude!!!! Rajeev: (He leans against Spencer's doorframe and stares at Billy) e.e Billy: Uhh... Bye Spencer! (He zooms off and floats outside) Spencer: (He rolls his eyes and covers his face with his arm) What an idiot. Rajeev: Yeah! Well, take it easy man! I'm gonna go home! Tell my sister to get back soon! (He walks out) Spencer: Alright.. Later. (He sighs) ...... (He sits up and looks outside) Huh? Looks like they're talking... Maybe I could go down there for just a minute. (He holds his head) Ugh, he really did a number on my head... (He stands up and walks downstairs then outside) Billy: (He sees Spencer and gasps) 8D (He clears his throat and folds his arms angrily) Spencer: ...(He looks at Billy) What's going on? Billy: Ohhhh, I dunno. But it looks like you DID want to come out here after all! >8O spencer's mom: Spencerrr~! Do you boys need anything-- Oh!! (She sees the performers and everyone) Who ARE all these people on our street! Spencer: Uh... they're... (He looks at them then back to his mom) Street performers? spencer's mom: That's great! I'll go make snacks for everyone :O (She walks back inside) Spencer: No, mom-- (He facepalms) Oh, I guess that's fine. Billy: If your mom is making brownies, then I'm in on the snacks bro 8D Spencer: (He looks at Circus) Hey, who are all these people anyway? I mean, not all of them look like street performers... Billy: Yeah, they look fancy! Those are some sweet outfits... -- -- Dave: (He laughs) Yeah man. She really let you have it. Kanaya: (She sighs and turns to Bianca) I'm afraid I don't get it. Feferi: (She giggles) Glubbin human boys! So weird 8D (She twirls her trident) Well, of course you all can stay! We couldn't do it without you! (She winks at Bianca) Kanaya: .... I'm still a bit concerned, though. Dave: (He turns to Kanaya) Huh? Why. Kanaya: Didn't you see someone next to our friend? (She turns to Nick) She was hypotizing him... I think. Dave: (He looks at Nick) Dude, what's going on? First you were acting all weird, now Kanaya's seeing people. Kanaya: ...I was not seeing people. Someone was there. Eridan: Oh for the lovve of jegus! Can wwe just get on wwith it? Feferi: Quiet Eridan, maybe something is really wrong 8O Dave: Alright, look, if Kanaya's paranoid, maybe we should get Nick checked out first. P. Karkat: (He smirks) Hah, are you sure you weren't already checking him out, Strider? Dave: (He turns to Karkat) ...You better stop talking, I'm taller than you. P. Karkat: What?! Fuck you! Feferi: Well, Kanaya, do you think we should see if something is wrong with him? Your instincts are usually spot on 8O Kanaya: (She walks over to Nick) Something is wrong... If there is something wrong with one link, then the magic won't work, right? Feferi: That's right... Nick, do you feel different? At all? 8( -- -- Kitty: (She pets Sassy's hair) It's okay, don't cry, don't cry ;m; What happened, dear? Sawtooth: (He stands next to Sassy and Kitty) Yo, wipe that oil, Sassy. Come with me. Kitty: Huh? (She looks up at Sawtooth) Sawtooth: (He disappears then reappears on the apartment roof with Sassy) .... (He looks at her) What's happening, Bee? Squarewave: (He glitches) Tzzt-- Sawtooth met that fly Robot gal in a different time--tzzt--line! Kitty: Oh... What? o.o Squarewave: *TZZT-tzzt* (He glitches) Different *tzzt* timelines. Kitty: (She stands next to Showanna) Timelines? ...Oh dear, I'm afraid I still don't understand.. Bro: (He sits up and holds Seth's shoulders) Must have been some junk from Sickolas's timeline. (He looks down) I hate to think about what it's like there. (He looks up) I mean, it really seems like we were jerks. Like, grade-A douchebags. Why would that happen? (He looks at Seth sleeping) Or-- nevermind... /Why would we do that to Nick?... Jesus./ Kitty: (She sighs) This is all strange. (She smells the air) ...? o.o (She sniffs and looks around) /Hm? Something peculiar... Do I perhaps smell a dog...?/ (She looks at Leroy) ........Hm.. e.e' Bro: (He look at Seth sleeping) .... (He shakes his head and looks away) /He's getting married, but why? He's only protecting his family. He hates that guy./ ..... (He strokes Seth's hair) /Shit, what the hell could I do? Kill Seth's husband? I could. God damn, that guy's an asshole./ Kitty: (She looks at Bro) Dirk? Your thoughts seem so vicious right now O.O Bro: (He clears his throat) Sorry. /Shit, I forgot Kit reads auras really well. Better watch out./ Kitty: No, it's okay, darling. Hoo... (She smiles and turns to Showanna) Well, dear, I don't think I ever got your name :3 -- -- Snowy: (He sniffs the robotic dog and makes a confused noise) o.o (He licks the robot dog's face) /Well you seem strange, but that's certainly okay! Would you like to find bones with me?/ :3 (He wags his tail) Tintin: (He places his hand on Brandon's back) There, there, easy... I really think we should get you to-- Haddock: (He drops his empty whisky bottle) Eeough.... (He falls over) Tintin: Oh-- Captain... (He shakes his head) Snowy, will you see if he's okay? Snowy: (He looks up) ? o.o (He turns to the robot dog) /Oh, one second.../ (He runs over to Haddock and licks his face) Woof!! (He sniffs him) .... /Hellooo, you old man?/ Haddock: (He mumbles) Rghrh mghm...... Snowy: /He's fine.../ (He runs back over to the robot dog) Tintin: Don't mind him... Well, anyway-- Haddock: (He sits up) W-w-we came through that portal, by grove, I remember now!! Tintin: (He looks at Haddock in confusion) ..What? Haddock: Don't you remember! We were knocked out after we went through that portal in those blasted woods! Tintin: You really think so, Captain? (He looks at Mrs Cunningham) Does something like that exist in this time? Haddock: Don't ask the future lady, she's-- *hic* n-not to be t-trusted! (He faints) Tintin: We were in Barbrady woods... Well, that's all I remember... Anyway, it doesn't matter. We'll get back eventually. Haddock: (He mumbles drunkly) Evenshually.......? Gaaaarrr... Tintin: (He keeps Brandon from falling off-balance) We should really get you somewhere to rest, don't you think? Haddock: Auuuugh, why're you offerin' ta help STRANGERS!! (He rolls over) Snowy: (He stops digging with the robot dog and perks his ears at Tintin) /Oh good, Tintin doesn't see me digging/ o.o (He keeps digging) -- -- Karkat: (He glares at Jacyln) What's going on? Can't you people leave him alone? AT. John: (He appears and grabs Cloud and Karkat) I got you, guys! Karkat: Wh-- John?? AT. John: (He disappears with them then appears at Karkat's hive) Are you guys okay? I felt something bad going on so I came as fast as I could :0 Karkat: ...Wait... Are you from that one alternate timeline? The one where you go on stupid quests to save other timelines or some bullshit. AT. John: Yeah! It's not bullshit dude, come on! No one is gonna find you here, either. Right? Karkat: I guess. We're on Alternia. (He supports Cloud) Can you help him or something? He seems weak... AT. John: Hmm... I would have to get a Life hero. (He closes his eyes and summons AT. Feferi) Hey! AT. Feferi: (She grins) Hi there! I got a call to heal someone. (She walks over to Cloud) I guess this is it? 8D (She begins healing him) Karkat: (He sighs in relief and helps Cloud sit on the couch) Thanks... I don't know what was happening. Anyway, aren't there like a million different timelines with problems? Why come to this one? AT. John: Well, your timeline has The Creator. And this is the alpha timeline. Karkat: Stiill not getting it. So? (He folds his arms) AT. John: Soo, the Creator is a huge threat. Like, bigger than most of all the other timeline's threats. But there are still some bigger problems out there... (He shivers) Karkat: Like what? AT. John: Uh... I don't think you want to know, Karkat. Karkat: Oh. Okay, whatever. AT. Feferi: All done ^o^ (She walks over to John) So, whale are we going now? 8) AT. John: (He giggles) Pff-- hehehe. "Whale". Karkat: (He rolls his eyes) Ugh. AT. John: Looks like we need to head back. See you, Karkat and Cloud! AT. Feferi: Bye!! 8D (She disappears with John) Karkat: (He sits next to Cloud) Are you okay? (He holds Cloud's face) You really freaked me out... (He wipes blood off of Cloud's face) Geez. (He slouches and folds his arms) No one's gonna find us here, so don't worry. -- -- Crepsley: (He flies up and transforms into his human form) It's fine, I suppose. (He looks at the blood on her face) This should only be occasional, Yuki. We're only supposed to feast on animal blood. Human blood is dangerous when consumed in large amounts. It's like alcohol to humans. Okay? (He starts walking to the door and looks out into the hallway then turns back to Yuki) Now, what are you doing here? Have you come to help the Wolfsteins? -- -- --

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Meadow: (She looks at Cross and Kasuni) Well-- But, I'm not a..... Oh, nevermind. I can tell it's a touchy subject. I'm sorry I mentioned them :c Well... (She pats Case's head and waves to them) I need to get going. There's actually a war going on back in Yvolatan, my home. I was sent here to make sure the enemy haven't spread. Case: (He looks around at Kasuni and the others) ........... (He turns to Meadow and nods then signs) ((We'll be okay. You be careful!)) Meadow: (She nods) Yes, I will. (She looks at Cross and sighs sadly) .....Goodbye, then. (She grows insect wings and flies off with a loud buzz) Case: o.o /Hmm... She must be family with the Entosapiens./ (He turns to Cross and Kasuni and walks over to them and writes on his notebook, "Are you okay? There seems to be a lot of fighting around here.") Tavros: (He huffs and wheels over to Case) C-CaaaAse...!! Case: (He gasps) !! (He runs over to Tavros and signs frantically) !! !! !!!!! (He signs incomprehensibly and messily) Tavros: Wh-- wait, I'm still new to this..... Can you maybe uhh, slow down a little bit? Case: (He exhales and calms himself then signs slower) ((Where have you been?!)) Tavros: Oh... Uh, well, I don't really know... Case: ..? ((What do you mean?)) Tavros: Well, the last thing I remember was Vriska stabbing me in the stomach with my lance... But then, for some reason, I'm here...? I woke up, and then.... I don't remember... What about you? Case: (He nods) ((Well, I wandered here... I got lost from my dimension, so I'm trying to find out everything I can in this one so I can leave.)) Tavros: Oh no, that sounds like a deep pile of, uhh, shit to be in... (He laughs weakly then coughs up blood) *cough* *cough* Case: !! (He waves his hands then quickly signs) ((Careful!!!)) (He searches for his handkercheif) Tavros: Sorry... (He looks around at everyone) Oh, hi... I guess there are more people here... Hi, Kasuni.. (He sees Suavity then shyly looks away) Case: (He pulls out a handkercheif and wipes Tavros' mouth of the blood) /Agh that's so gross.../ (He throws it away) Tavros: (He sniffs) Uh-- ew... I smell Malevolent... Case: ((You know her?)) o.o Tavros: Kind of.... It wasn't really that nice of a situation to be in though.. Case: (He folds his arms and thinks) /She said she has these powers... I wonder what they are. It seems like she can really hurt people./ (He sighs) ..../I wish I could do something... But I don't know anything about this place./ Vriska: (He appears behind Tavros) Hey, little shit, where'd you think you were going? I still need answers >::::( Tavros: Oh,, fuck.... See, this happens, like, every time.. Vriska: Come on, let's go. (She grabs him by his horn and drags him) Tavros: (He waves to Case) Case: !!! (He signs) ((WHERE ARE YOU GOING?)) Tavros: Uhh, probably to die again....for the 10th time, I think... Case: (He signs frantically to Cross) !! !!! !!!! !! (He waves his arms and points at Tavros) x.x !!! !!!! -- -- Kaide: (He falls asleep on Diona's tail and drools) .... (He mumbles and talks in his sleep) Uh, uhh, you can't have that money, I'm usin it for hamburgers!!... Zzz..... The Doctor: (He snickers) Kaide... Kaide: (He mumbles) Mm-muh, don't touch those pickles!! Mine.... Zz.. The Doctor: (He chuckles) Oh, he's so great whenever he does this. It's hilarious. Kaide: ZZZZZ.... (He snorts) The Doctor: (He looks at Spikes) S-so, oh well, anyway... (He fixes Spikes hair) There you are.. (He looks at him and blushes) Well, I think-- Mei: (She bursts in and pants) Huff-- huff-- W-Water!!!! Where is she?! X.X (She sprints up to the Doctor and grabs him by the collar) Doc, where's Water?! It's an emergency! AN EMERGENCY!!! @.@ The Doctor: (He chokes) Sh-she's in that spirit door with Ra-- Mei: (She lets go of him and sprints down the hall) Water!!! WAAATER!!!! D: The Doctor: (He exhales) What the-- Was that Sleep's spirit mark? (He turns back to Mei) Where do you think you're going with that on your face! Mei: (The mark on her face spreads to her neck and she sprints faster) Can't chat right now, Doc!!!! Kaide: (He wakes up) Uuuuuhhh Mei's stupid loud voice... Little person needs a nap here -m- (He stands up and pets Diona's tail) Thank youu =u= The Doctor: He must be coming... Kaide: Huh? Who? You're crazy -w-' The Doctor: I'm not crazy! (He shakes his head) Oh forget it, if that sack of potatoes is coming here, we'd better be on our guard around him. Kaide: Uh ok whatever =v= (He lies back down on Diona's tail) Sleep: (He silently walks in) Oh......... You're all here......... The Doctor: (He turns to Sleep) Oh, damn it. Oop... (He covers his mouth then clears his throat) Um, uh, hi there, your Majesty. Sleep: .........Hi, Doctor........... Kaide: Wh-- Whuh-- Sleep?! (He panicks and scampers onto Spikes back and hides) I don't want him to eat my soul ;;~;; Sleep: (He slowly walks toward them and looks at Lutu and Diona) Your Majesties....... (He looks at Spikes) ..........Who is that.....? Kaide: NObody!!! It's um, MY DAD O.O The Doctor: (He looks at Kaide with a confused face) Kaide: Sorry, I panicked... .n. Sleep: ................... The Doctor: This is Spikes, and that's Kaide. (He gently places his hand on Sleep's shoulder and talks quickly while walking towards the entrance with him) Well it was great having you here Your Majesty, such a shame to see you leave really, well, bye! Sleep: (He gently pushes the Doctor's hand) .........I'm not leaving....I have some business here..........Where is Meilon Zhu......? Surely she was around..... The Doctor: ... (He turns to Kaide) Kaide: (He shakes his head) x.x The Doctor: ...Uh... er... um... Oh, look who it is! (He points at the ceiling) Sleep: ............... (He looks toward the ceiling) ......Huh.........? The Doctor: (He holds the sonic screwdriver to Sleep's neck and zaps him) Sleep: (He falls over) Kaide: OH SHIT!!! DOCTOR YOU FUCKED UP!! X.X The Doctor: (He quickly puts the screwdriver back in his coat pocket) Kaide watch your language, you're in fourth grade!! (He picks up Sleep and slings him over his back) Huff-- I'll be back in a minute! (He exits through the doors) Kaide: (He jumps from Spikes back) Hey!! Oh god, he's gonna kill us... He's gonna make us fall asleep and then eat all of our souls! (He screams and shakes Spikes arm) We're gonna die!!! ;O; The Doctor: (He walks back in) Okay.... (He sighs and breathes heavily) All right, he's gone. Kaide: What?! What do you mean he's gone!! He can get out of whatever you put him in, probably! >:O The Doctor: Well, yeah, actually, probably..... Kaide: I hate you Doctor!! ;n; The Doctor: Well, but listen, it wouldn't be for another milennium, calm down now! Kaide: Oh... (He sighs) Phew, I'll be dead by then.... Wait, I'm gonna die one day? ...... (He stares blankly) .... The Doctor: Oh great, now Kaide's having an existential crisis. (He snaps in his face) Hello! Hello there! Kaide: (He blinks) o.o Jesus... I can't believe I'm gonna die x.x The Doctor: (He sighs) Well, I'll be around when Sleep is. Good thing I don't have to worry though. Kaide: Wait.... You'd be alive? Doctor :c The Doctor: Uhh, well yes. I'll be fine though! Truly. Kaide: What?? He murdered that one dimension of all their souls, that place is filled with dead stuff! How can you say that?! The Doctor: Kaide... My soul is larger than a million galaxies, and it's growing. How big do you think it'll get in a thousand years? Kaide: Oh wow, pretty big hahaha, yeah that guy can't do shit-- I mean...poop...to you o.o The Doctor: Well, now that's over... What are we doing here again...? Kaide: Um...... We were.... o.o Gonna put on fancy clothes? (He looks at Lutu and Diona) Right?... Um, I think? =w=' Mei: (She walks back in) What happened..? o.o (She feels her face then faints) x.x -- -- Coco: (She looks at Vedal) ....o.o /She was acting weird....well whatever, we'll be fine. ^^'' / Uh, well then... Sollux: (He looks at Vedal and the others) I really think we 2hould ju2t pi22 off Jake and go to hi2 place. He'2 a piece of 2hit anyway. Coco: Sollux shut up =w=' Okay, let's walk around. ....Except for you Zieg e.e Zieg: Oh, but why? I'm not a problem! Coco: Yeah you are e.e Zieg: Wh- no I'm not! Coco: Why don't you go study with dad, since you're so in love with reading and doing math and learning -w- Zieg: ......Oh well, I suppose I haven't finished those lessons.... (He shakes his head) No, I'm staying! Equius: (He holds Vedal on his shoulder) Is there... an issue? Coco: My nerd-pants brother is gonna ruin the fun =m= Zieg: (He folds his arms) Why do you hate me so much! Coco: I don't hate you, you're just a nerd sometimes, you know? Fine, you can stay o.o Zieg: (He pushes up his glasses) I won't ruin it, I swear! Coco: (She sighs) Okay, let's go =w= Mituna: (He holds onto Lydia's arm) WHERE ARE W3 GOINg Cronus: Shoppin'? Mituna: WH4T5 2HOPPING Sollux: (He shakes his head) Don't even try to explain it to him. Mituna: 5HUG UP 25OLLUX 8( Sollux: (He shrugs) ........ (He looks at Yolanda) Uh, are you okay? -- Jake: (He sighs and walks along the path to his house) I shouldn't dwell on them, I guess... ???: (He runs through the forest and breathes heavily) H-help! Heeellp!!! (He bumps into Jake) J-j-Juh-Jake--?! Uw-- uwah-- a-but-- I w-w-was j-- and-- a-but-- w-w-we and-- and I was-- bah-- (He rambles incomprehensibly) Jake: Leopold, is that you? Wow, it's so good to see you again! Leopold: Y-yeah, you too Jake! But-but listen, my friends got surrounded by these things, a-a-and-- Jake: Oh no... What were they? They didn't look like giant snakes, did they? Leopold: TH-THEY WERE GIANT SNAKES!! Yes! I was able to get outta there, but they're still bein attacked! Jake: Come on, Leopold! (He runs with him) Leopold: Wh-whaaa... (He nervously runs and follows him) -- ???: Augh! You stupid fucking snakes! (He hisses back at them) ??? 2: Stop it! You're gonna make them even more pissed off than they already are! giant snakes: (They surround the two and hiss silently) ???: Kyle you shouldn't shout so loud, you're gonna make the snakes pissed off, dude. Kyle: (He looks angrily at him) Oh shut up, Cartman! If you hadn't forced us to come here in the first place-- giant snake: (It hisses in their faces) Cartman: (He steps back) Eat Kyle, he tastes good in gravy! Kyle: What?! Fuck you, fatass! Jake: (He runs with Leopold and sees them then stops) All right... phew, I'll be able to scare them off them from here, just stay quiet. (He takes out his guns and loads them) Leopold: (He looks at the guns) Wh-whoa, are you sure you should be holdin guns...? Ain't that kinda d-dangerous? Jake: (He smiles) I've been handling guns for quite a while, Leopold. Don't worry... (He shoots at the ground near the snakes and the trees) Leopold: (He holds his ears) H-holy cow! giant snakes: (They hiss loudly and slither off quickly) Jake: (He motions Leopold to follow him out to the two others) Come on, let's see if they're alright. Leopold: (He looks at Jake) O-okay... (He rubs his neck and follows) Kyle: (He sees Leopold and Jake) Hey! Cartman: Oh my god, it's that british kid from middle school isn't it. Kyle: (He walks over to them) Thanks, you guys! Hey Jake, it's been a while. Jake: It has! (He smiles and puts his guns in the holsters) What are you three doing out here? Kyle: (He turns to Cartman angrily) Oh yeah Cartman, what ARE we doing here? Cartman: Uh... (He clears his throat) Nothiing...? Kyle: ....Oh... no way... (He holds his head) You weren't trying to kill us because of THAT, were you? Leopold: Whuh-whaat?! Kill us? Cartman: No, you stupid buttlicker! Jake: (He folds his arms) What's going on here? Cartman: Look, OKAY, maybe I was trying to knock you out and leave you here... But I figured, you know.... the chances of you dying were like, totally little, so-- Kyle: You fat piece of shit! What the hell is wrong with you?! Cartman: Kyle, I told you I knew you wouldn't die, okay?! Jake: You haven't changed at all, Cartman. Listen, though... I think you guys should go home. The night out here is a brute. Cartman: Oh my god, you're such a fag... Leopold: Huh-hey-- do-don't go callin names now, Eric-- Cartman: Shut up, you little gaywad. Kyle: (He punches Cartman) GRAH!! Cartman: OW!!! Fuck, Kyle! (He holds his face) Kyle: Jake, we really need to get home. Do you think you could just tell us how to get out of here? Jake: Oh, sure. Well... there's a city not too far from here. I'm sure you could find a railway. Leopold: Oh-oh good... My mom is probably real mad at me for being out so late. Jake: Let's go, then. I'll lead you. Cartman: Stupid assholes... (He rubs his face) Kyle: (He looks angrily at Cartman) Why are we so far from home, anyway? Cartman: (He shrugs) I don't know, dude... Can you be quiet, my head is-- Kyle: It's your own fault, you stupid son of a bitch! Jake: Kyle's right, you know. It was pretty much your fault. Cartman: Oh you're on Kyle's side, huh Jake? Why don't you two go make out or something-- Kyle: (He punches Cartman again) Cartman: AUGH!!! OW! Jake: (He snickers) ....... Leopold: Heh heh heh... I-I mean... no fighting, okay? Cartman: Wha-- are you two laughing?! Fuck you Butters, and fuck you, Jake! (He flips them off) Leopold: Oh no, don't go callin me Butters, I ain't a kid anymore... (He frowns) Jake: Will you all calm down? Now, I know we all never got along with you back then, Cartman, but since we're out here, we need to be quiet. There are some beasts that could deem you unfamiliar to them... They could try to attack you, so stay by me. Cartman: Who put this asshole in charge? Kyle: Dude, Jake is three years older than us. We should just follow him. Plus, he sorta lives out here, he knows way better than we do. Leopold: ...Um.... (He looks around) W-where's Craig? -- Craig: (He walks around in the forest) Wow what do you know, I decided to go with Cartman, and I got lost. That is so surprising. giant snake: (it slithers and brushes Craig's leg) Craig: Oh shit. (He keeps looking forward) giant snake: (it notices Craig and stretches up to his face) Craig: This is why nobody at school likes those guys. Because those guys are jerks. And they never learn from their mistakes. And that is why everyone at school thinks those guys are assholes. Except for Leopold. giant snake: (it slithers in a circle around Craig) Craig: Uhh, what are you doing. giant snake: (it slithers up Craig's back and hisses in his ear) Craig: (He looks away) I really wish someone would help me right now. -- -- John: (He looks sadly at Aeolus) Well... Don't worry about them, buddy!! I still think you're great...so do a lot of others here! You don't need to be a fancy show dog, you're great already :3 girl: (She looks at John talking to Aeolus) O.O John: ...Um... (He then turns casually and whispers to Aeolus) Ahem... umm... anyway, don't worry about it, okay? (He strokes Aeolus' back and kisses his head) You should really eat your food, you look starving o.o (He turns and takes a drink) girl: Are you talking to your DOG? (She laughs) Ahaha, wow, you look crazy too! John: ....Me? o.o girl: (She laughs) This is so funny, you look like such a dork, kid!! Hahaha! ;O; (She walks out laughing) John: =w='' Jeez... some people... -- -- child 3: I look so cool!! (She looks up at Boo) Thanks Miss hatter :3 Gamzee: (He looks at Cheshire cat) Haha thaaaanks bro.... yeah, there's not much to it, you just..... (He rubs his face and smears all of his face paint) Like that... Shanilla: (She smiles and looks around) Wow, this is amazing! (She smiles at Lady) We're so glad you're okay, miss. (She looks around more) What is all of this magical stuff, though? Gamzee: (He walks over to Lady and Shanilla with Cheshire cat) What's up :o) Shanilla: (She looks at Gamzee and gasps) Oh! Wow... What happened to your face paint? Gamzee: .....Huh..? (He looks at Lady) What's all up and wrong with it.... :o( Shanilla: No, it's just... a little messy o.o (She drinks a cup of tea) Ooh, this is great :3 (She smiles and walks over to Boo and Kai) Gamzee: Oh... Well... In that case... (He takes out a small towel and wipes his face clean) Yeah, this motherfuckin stuff ain't too hard to get off... -- Billy: (He looks outside) Whoa!! Tea party! Right outside my house! Rajeev: Laaame! Billy: (He looks angrily at Rajeev) Tea parties aren't LAME... Rajeev. Besides, look at this one, it's totally sweet! Rajeev: Uhhh-huhh. Spencer: (He rubs his eyes) Ow... Billy: (He grabs Spencer) SPENCER WAKE UP!!! (His hand slips and he throws him at the wall) Oh... oops.... Spencer: (He falls over unconscious) Billy: (He looks at Circus) ....D... do you think I might have killed him? Rajeev: Nah, if Spencer was dead, we'd definitely see his ghost! Spencer: (He wakes up) Agh... uhhh... Billy: Hey Spencer! I didn't accidentally kill you! Spencer: ...What? (He holds his head) *sigh* Geez... What's that noise? Billy: Okay, listen to this... (He zooms over to Spencer and floats above him) Dude, there is... a floating TEA PARTY. Right outside this house. Spencer: Ohhh, really... Billy: Yeah, I'm not joking! Come and look! (He drags Spencer to the window) Spencer: (He looks) Oh... Wow! That's incredible! Billy: Right! At least YOU think that, Rajeev is being a stupid DORK! (He folds his arms) Rajeev: Heeey >:( Spencer: (He stands shakily) Uh, well... you guys can go ahead out there, I think I might go to sleep for a little bit. Billy: What! (He pouts) Sleep? But this is totally great! Come on Spenceeerrr!! (He grabs Spencer's shoulders) Spencer: (He sighs) Yeah. I'd love to, Billy. But the truth is, I'm feeling pretty out of it since you threw me at the wall. I was already awake, y'know. Billy: (He sheepishly grins) Haha, sorry... Spencer: Well, I'm going to my room. Billy: (He waves and whimpers) Bye!!! Ugh-- Byeee!! Spencer! Spencer: (He rolls his eyes) See ya. (He starts walking off then bumps into Circus and Wind) Wah-- Oh sorry, you guys. Oh yeah, and thanks for making sure Billy didn't seriously kill me or anything. (He smiles) Billy: Wh-- I totally wouldn't have 8( Spencer: Knowing you, Billy... Yeah you would have. On accident. Rajeev: He's right, you know! Billy: Auughh, you guys are just... just... whatever! >8( (He folds his arms and floats above the couch) -- -- Dave: (He stares at the place where Logan was) .... Kanaya: ....(She taps Dave's shoulder) Dave, are you ready? Dave: Huh? Oh yeah. What were we doing? Kanaya: We're going to get rid of the Cthulhu creature. Dave: ...Oh yeah, sorry. (He looks at Nick) Dude... if you got stuff to do, I get it. I mean, I just thought I'd get y'all away from that place. We can seriously get more people. I mean, Jake, even Bro, and whoever else. If you guys need to do shit, it's cool. (He looks at Bianca) Are you still in? Feferi: Where were they? 8O Dave: Uh... I don't even know. Seemed like a bad place to be in. P. Karkat: So... uh... okay. How long until that thing gets here? Feferi: Well.... It's not going to be here until about 20 earth hours from now. But we still need to quickly get rid of it! 8( Oh, but that other human was quite wrong, this isn't life or death. The Cthulhu can't hurt us at all. I'll infuse all of our power into my trident, and he'll go right to sleep for another five millenniums 8D Dave: Oh... wow. Nice job explaining that before. Feferi: Sorry ^^' Well, there's nothing to worry about. -- -- Juri: (She sighs and slowly sits down) Oh, Hiro, do you mind if I sit here on your tail? the little ones are really getting heavy =w=' Shinji: (He sighs and look at Dana) She looks like she's getting warmer... that's a relief. Juri: I'm so glad Dana-sama is all right :3 Riku: (He smiles and hugs Yuki) She'll wake up soon. And anyway, I don't remember much of anything I did when that Lamia was posessing me... Juri: (She frowns) Um... It was a little bad... Well, at least it's not anymore x.x Snake: Good, then... I should get going. Juri: (She waves to Snake) Bye bye, thank you for your help ^o^ Riku: Yeah... (He sighs) Thanks to you, that whole mess was avoided... Here, take this. (He stands and gives him a pendant) It's one of our pendants. You should keep it. Snake: (He holds it) Thanks. Be careful out here from now on, too. (He puts it in his pocket) Riku: (He nods) Snake: (He turns to Steam) You want to come with? Juri: (She turns to Steam) Heehee owo -- -- Sawtooth: (He turns his head to Leroy) Yo. Bro: (He looks at Seth and smiles slightly) Oh yeah. Right...sure. (He turns and takes off his hat and mumbles) Ugh... right. ???: (She knocks on the door) Bro: One sec, I think it's Kit. She said she was coming over. (He walks over and opens the door) ???: (She looks at Bro and waves) Hello, Dirk! Bro: Hey, Kit. Kitty: May I come in? Oh, you have so many friends over, I hope I won't make it crowded! Bro: Nah, it's cool. Come on in. (He steps aside as she walks in then closes the door) Kitty: (She looks around) Hello, everyo-- oh my. (She looks at Sick) /Is he ill? I wonder.../ Um... hi. Bro: Guys, this is Kit. She's gonna hang around here for a few days. Kitty: I hope I'm not a bother... It won't be long until my house is rebuilt though! (She smiles at Showanna) Oh, hello! Lovely accessories :3 Bro: (He looks at Seth and talks quietly) Hey, what the hell is Sickolas doing here? Doesn't he know that we have nothing to do with him? Douchebag me and douchebag Dave from his timeline are his business. Why's he taking it out on us, anyway? -- -- Tintin: (He smiles at Snowy) Good job, boy. Snowy: (He barks and lies on Mrs. Cunningham's arm) ((I'm sleepy from all that running around... this lady sure smells nice...)) (He falls asleep) -.- Haddock: (He looks around) Oy, where IS interpol! I can't believe this, gar. (He holds his back) Tintin: Well the bigger question is, who caused the explosion? (He holds Brandon's arm and helps him stay upright) Oh, careful... Haddock: Tintin, don't you think this is all a bit weird? And you, Mrs. Cunningham or something?! How'd you just heal him like that! Tintin: Now captain, stop yelling, would you? I'm certain this fellow has a splitting migraine after everything. Haddock: (He folds his arms) Grr. I don't get it. Tintin: After looking around at everything... I mean... Captain, doesn't it look like technology is a bit more advanced? Haddock: ...Oh, no. You aren't telling me. Tintin: I'm serious! Look, what's that? (He points at a modern-looking building) Haddock: (He looks at it) Um.... Uh... Err..... That's-- arr... Tintin: But how did we...? ...I can't remember, really. Haddock: (He shakes his head and groans) Garr. (He looks at Tintin holding Brandon's arm) Er... is that lad all right? Tintin: (He looks at Brandon) You should lie down somewhere, is your home nearby? Haddock: Hrm... hrrrmm... (He walks over and grabs a newspaper) Let's see... date... where's the blasted date? (He looks at the date on the newspaper) What! No way! That's insane! Is this a joke? Tintin: (He turns to Haddock) Huh? Haddock: Tintin, do you really believe this nonsense! Two-thousand fourteen! Yeah, right! Tintin: (He looks at Mrs. Cunningham) Oh... did we go that far into time? That's incredible... Haddock: I'm telling you, it's a joke! The year is nineteen-thirty-two, and that's that! Nice try, whoever you are! Snowy: (He opens his eyes and blinks) ....? (He looks at Mrs. Cunningham confusedly) ?? @.@ -- -- Karkat: Uuugh... nngh... (He opens his eyes and glares at Cloud) Are you rubbing my horns? (He takes Cloud's hand from his horns and sits up) You know, you may as well have been stroking my bulge or something by doing that. (He rubs his eyes) What happened... (He blushes) Oh yeah. Forget I asked that. (He turns away and growls as Cloud laughs) ... (He lies his head in Cloud's lap) I'm tired... (He hears his wrist communicator ringing and growls) Uugh... (It keeps ringing) UGH. (He grabs it from his pocket and answers) WHAT? Mituna: [H1 I5 THI2 LATUL4?????] Karkat: ...What. Mituna: [H1 LATUL4] Karkat: It's not Latula. Mituna: [.......OH..... WH0 I2 THI5TH?] Karkat: You dialed the wrong frequency, fuckface! Mituna: [WH4T? TUL1P??] Karkat: (He facepalms) I'm not doing this. Mituna: [WA1T NO] Karkat: (He closes the communicator and puts it on the ground) ... (He looks at Cloud) Hey, wait... was I sleeping without being in the sopor? Why am I not... I don't know, crazy? Mituna: [YOU C4N ONLY DO THAT 1F YOU JU5T F1LLED A BUCKET OR 2OMETHING...] Karkat: (He blushes) Ugh, damn it... (He grabs the communicator and turns it off) Well, whatever. (He lies his head back into Cloud's lap) Can I just go back to sleep? (He holds Cloud's hand) -- -- --