𝙈𝙔 𝙎𝙊𝙐𝙇 𝙄𝙎 𝘽𝙇𝘼𝘾𝙆.

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hirosegawa·:

he takes a seat adjacent from the other. things seemed.. so unsettling, and he didn’t know why. it was almost as if he was speaking to a stranger, but he KNEW jotaro…

                   ❝ n-no… it was nothing i couldn’t take care of ! i’m glad you trusted with this task. ❞

the disrupt in the older man’s voice about his friend kind of caught him by surprise– but it was nothing to bring up at the moment. he cleared his throat as he eyed the menu for a second before taking it in his hands.

                   ❝ th-thank you, mr kujo ! if you ever need anything, you know you can just ask ! ❞   

Jotaro could notice the discomfort in Koichi’s expression, although he did little to keep remedy his feeling. He just continued to stare at the teen-- eyes practically burning through the youth.

“... I don’t think I’ve ever said it-- but the fact you and Josuke are friends has always been something I couldn’t understand.” Although he told himself he wouldn’t, in the end he couldn’t help but comment on it.

“.. You’re a good kid Koichi.”

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dadslittledonut·:

Is it something important? For you to come all the way here unsolicited is surprising. 

Not particularly.

(He says, eyes narrowing slightly as he takes a good hard look at the mafioso.)

... You look a lot like him.

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hirosegawa·:

he takes the hint and follows him, legs moving faster than the older man next to him.

                    ❝ my trip ? it was fine… a few hiccups, but.. it was okay. was there anything in specific you wanted to know ? ❞  

Once arrived at the cafe, Jotaro takes a seat-- eyes shifting between the menu and the young boy.

“I didn’t expect it to be without problems but.. it’s good to hear things weren’t too troubling.-- The truth is, I would have asked Josuke but--” 

He pauses. Surely Koichi knew the tension between him and Joseph’s bastard-- but.. Jotaro hardly cared to get into the topic of it.

That fucking brat was nothing but a piece of bitter shit.

“I appreciate you accepting my favor once again. You already told me enough, but I just wanted you to know how grateful I am.”

[hirosegawa-blog]

                     ❝ huh ? of course i can talk … ! wh-what is it you need, mr. kujo ? ❞  // @platinummurder

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Stuffing his hands in his pockets, the older male began walking-- hoping that Koichi would take hint of his gesture and follow to the cafe nearby.

“I wanted to ask you in how your trip to Italy went.”

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m-mr kujo... !! wait something seems different... !

(He turns his attention to the familiar boy, dismissing his suspicions almost immediately with a change of topic.)

– Koichi. I didn’t think I would bump into you here but– this is convenient. I wanted to ask you a bit more on that person from Italy.. do you have time?

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vinesofvainglory:

Hmph…what the hell gave you that idea?

{{He had to admit, he was mildly disappointed that his preferred form of mind games weren’t working–getting a reaction out of Jotaro was a delectable spice of life. Joseph pursed his lips before waving his hand, dismissing Jotaro’s own dismissive reaction.

So what you’re tellin’ me is you think that me tryin’ to give Josuke immortality and strength ain’t right–but ending Jolyne’s life prematurely because you’re a selfish cock is alright?

Y’know, you never did tell me HOW Holly was a burden, aside from bein’ sick at the wrong time. How did killin’ her feel? Was it good makin’ her die? After spendin’ all those days tryin’ to save her–you sure fuckin’ made whats-their-faces’ lives end in vain!

I could ask you the same thing.

(To say he wasn’t just a teeny bit amused by the disappointment he was sure Joseph was feeling was definitely an understatement. But of course, any amusement was masked behind his usual stoic demeanor.)

.. A selfish cock. Now who does that accurately describe.

Frankly a father who’s pushing his own selfish agenda onto a child who wants nothing to do with him fits the bill more than a father who’s done nothing but live his life a certain way in order to provide for his child better.

That woman you had Josuke with invited you to her life. You made the decision to ignore her and him. I do my best to see my daughter-- even if it’s once a week.

(His stoic expression soon became bitter upon Joseph’s continued words. Throwing this and that at him about Holly-- he had some nerve.

Jotaro didn’t reply at first-- his stand hovering behind him for a short moment before mumbling a few words under his breath; stopping time for several seconds before having Star Platinum punch through Joseph’s abdomen without interruption.)

You’re annoying as hell gramps.

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vinesofvainglory:

good fuckin luck with that my man

tch i dont need luck

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vinesofvainglory:

not you tho

my kid still likes me so

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vinesofvainglory:

Aaa…

{{Now there was just the smallest hint of a reaction. Joseph mildly scratched at his nape to hide the small grin forming–as if it weren’t already completely obvious that it was there. If Jotaro would pretend to stay cool about it, Joseph would mimic him, mockingly.

So that’s what y’call “cherishing” your daughter, huh? Josuke could end up dead, but I have every intention of draggin’ him back–so what happens when you kill Jolyne?

I mean, that is what you’re gonna do, isn’t it? Kill her? Intentionally or unintentionally, you’re gonna be the death of her. Are you gonna be so calm about “man going back to the land” then?

Heheh…oh man, Jotaro.

You’re already a failure of a man!

But that’s okay.

Grandpa loves you~.

................ A parents most desired wish is to see their child safe and content. By forcing your wishes on Josuke you’re not doing either. He’s not content with you around or the life he’s living-- and he’s not safe with his state of mind being what it is.

You don’t seem to comprehend so I’ll tell it to you straight. When someone dies they’re removed of all their worries, their turmoils. If it comes to it, I’ll gladly kill Jolyne.

I’ve fought against myself due to my second thoughts about ending someone’s life-- but I know it’s the right thing to do. If that’s my only option I’ll take it.

Let me guess.. You were under the impression that I’d be a total wreck due to that topic-- didn’t you?

Sorry gramps. But your shitty tricks don’t work on me.

-- It’s okay though. Your grandson definitely doesn’t love you. 

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vinesofvainglory

Blah blah blah, we’re all terrible people.

Some of us better than others.

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vinesofvainglory:

I’m not blind, Jotaro–even I can notice I ain’t exactly the most popular guy at the dinner table. It just don’t bother me too much. Shit, you can blame me for fuckin’ up on my end of things, but what you did to Holly…you’re doin’ to Jolyne–that’s all you.

So you ain’t really in a position to judge, are ya? Shit, Josuke hates you just as much as he hates me, so as far as I’m concerned, we’re equal!

Well, in all ways except the one that matters. Knock on me for vampirism all you want, but I’ll be enjoyin’ this life while you’re still a lifeless stick in the mud and gettin’ deeper in every day.

Yet here you are. Still doing the same bullshit. For someone who’s practically a senior you still have such a childish mentality. But whatever. I’m not going to scold you-- it’s not like you’ll see the point anyways.

(Jotaro stiffens at the mention of Holly, eyes narrowing as he shoots a rather menacing glare at Joseph.)

... Her existence wasn’t just burdening those around her, it was burdening her as well. She was suffering. My old man wasn’t around and she had the displeasure of having a sick bastard like you as her father. Frankly my old woman was better of dead.

What I’m doing for Jolyne.... you don’t get it at all. You never cherished your daughter. 

As for Josuke. I don’t really give a damn on his opinion. A bratty erratic kid like him.. sooner or later he’ll end up dead.

(His anger slowly sizzles out, causing him to look away and dust off his shoulder rather casually.)

That’s how fate works. Man came from land and they’ll go back in it. You on the other hand, will roam around pathetic and alone.

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I’m waiting for the remaining Joestars to kick Joseph out of the family.

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vinesofvainglory:

Aw, c’mon, I thought I played the grandfather role pretty well! Hold on, hold, I still got it–huhhh, it was somethin’ like…wait, gimmie a sec–

“Don’t get angry, Jotaro. I lived a good life.”

Orrrrr somethin’ like that! Anyway, what’s wrong with youth? Youth is fuckin’ great! You, meanwhile, are actin’ like you’re my age!

.. No. You didn’t. You were a shit grandfather, a shit father-- and I didn’t know my great-grandparents but you were probably a shit son to them too.

You’re so idiotic you haven’t even realized that your obsession with vampirism has made you a black sheep of the family.-- Not that there is any family left.

Grandma Suzie, myself, Jolyne and Josuke are all that’s left.-- I can’t count you as a living Joestar. Especially considering you’re not living.

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vinesofvainglory:

Really, Jotaro? You’re gonna criticize me on this one? Listen, it’s not a grandfather’s job to break their grandkid’s heart, but I wanna let you in on a lil’ somethin’ somethin’–that whole “Romance” thing? You’re bad at it.

.... You don’t know how to do a grandfather’s job so I don’t understand why you’d bring that up.

And I’m pretty aware of that. I acknowledge it. Unlike some idiot who seems to be desperately clinging onto his youth.

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Aaah, young romance is in the air! Don’t really get the fuss; in my experience, if you’re anyone who actually matters, people’ll just fall over themselves for ya.

So if you’re tryin’….I guess you just ain’t that attractive a person to begin with, inside or out!

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........ I don’t really see why you’re talking. Last I remember Grandma Suzie said you were begging her to kiss you.

Hm. I guess it’s true what they say. Influxes of power do give people big heads.

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{{The more he listened to Jotaro drone on, the more his teeth clenched together, grinding in such a way he feared he’d snap his fangs off. His fists clenched so tightly that his claws drew blood–damn it….DAMMIT–

SHUT UP, DAMMIT! I’m tired of hearin’ all of your stupid excuses!

{{He practically growled out his words, getting in Jotaro’s face, snarling.

What the fuck are you all talking about?! You…Suzie…Caesar…Josuke–all of you are goddamn idiots!

Why are you clingin’ onto your humanity so desperately! What’s the point?! You think it’s gonna save your soul or somethin’?! Surprise–there’s no goddamn prize for makin’ it to the end of your life with your humanity intact–NONE!

Why not embrace vampirism?

Who cares if your friends die? You can revive them! You can be better than human! You don’t have to settle for death!

You could save anyone you fuckin’ wanted, you could rule the world if you wanted, there’s no benefit to stayin’ human SO JUST LISTEN TO ME, CAESAR–

{{He inhaled sharply upon noticing his mistake, chest heaving, eyes uncertain.

…you’re all makin’ a big mistake.

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..........

[Jotaro remained as stoic as ever, not even flinching as Joseph got too close for comfort. He merely remained silent, letting the other rant and get through his fit-- only responding once Joseph had realized what he’d done.

It was obvious his words had hit a nerve within the elder Joestar.]

You made a mistake the second you gave into vampirism. A real man takes all the hardships life has given him and continues walking the difficult path.

You just copped out. And now you wanna force others into making the same mistake you did.

Your family hates you, you’re all alone-- and all you have to your name is some borrowed power from some mask, So tell me again, how exactly did vampirism help you?

[He brushed Joseph off, walking away in the direction of his hotel. There was no need to continue their conversation further.]

-- It’s a shame all those women you scorned aren’t hateful. I would love to see someone like you suffer for all the shit you did.

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Whatever helps you sleep at night! Did you tell Holly the same thing? Did she swallow those excuses too…?

…heh. Sad thing is, I think she would. She couldn’t even handle a goddamn stand…how the hell was she going to accept her own son was a monster?

That’s why she could never be useful to me. And in the end, you destroyed her life just as much as you accuse me of doin’ to others.

{{Such a cold rejection of his daughter made him smirk silently–the poor woman was the only one in the family with any sense of decency and it had only come to bite her in the ass.

…Josuke isn’t like that though.

{{Even as the words left his lips, he doubted them. His face shadowed over, uncharacteristically grim. Josuke wouldn’t…

He’s strong. And he has the potential to be even stronger. Someone like that I can accept as my son and heir! It pisses me off…he’s wasting all his fuckin’ potential!

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I never told her.

 She didn’t need to know. 

She already had to live her life knowing her old man was messed up in the head. She didn’t need the same kind of problem from her son.

[His eyes brows knitted together, the rage he’d been trying to hide slowly seeping out onto his expression. Although he’d killed his own mother, even resented her for a large portion of his life, the him now held nothing but respect for her. That woman was the one who gave life to him after all, and she had lived her life doing nothing but caring for him-- caring for her husband, her father, and everyone else in her family despite all their problems.]

She couldn’t handle it because she was a good person.Better than you and me, and probably anyone else around here. All your shit traits.. my mother never received any of it.

She wasn’t something to be useful, she wasn’t a thing. My old woman was a person. Josuke, that kid’s a person too.

.... I don’t doubt I did things to hurt her-- but I’ve forgiven myself for it. I’m sure she would too, because she’s that kind of person.

You know... Killing my old woman that day.. I did her a favor. She wouldn’t have to deal with all the grief all her family caused her anymore.

The exact same grief you gave to that kid, and his mom, and Grandma Suzie too.

If he killed himself right now... honestly, I wouldn’t be surprised. If I had to deal with you every second of every day, I’d probably do the same thing.