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ɴꜱꜰᴡ ᴅɴɪ | ᴍᴅɴɪ. ɴᴏ ᴍɪɴᴏʀꜱ.
* Then do something else to prove I’m here, Kazutora. I don’t want you to have to keep going through this episode if I can help it.
* You can touch me, you can hit me. I’m here, really. Do whatever you want if it gives you the clarity you need to know it’s me. But it’s me.
...
...
I don't believe you.
[ He's gotten up from his slumped position and faced them with a blank stare that somehow screamed hostility. His mind has been playing tricks on him all this time, why would they suddenly appear before him now without any fanfare, without even letting him know +
* Kazutora… it’s me. Really…
[ they hold their hands up in surrender. ]
* I’m sorry. I can explain… but it’s really, really me.
...
...
I don't believe you.
[ He's gotten up from his slumped position and faced them with a blank stare that somehow screamed hostility. His mind has been playing tricks on him all this time, why would they suddenly appear before him now without any fanfare, without even letting him know +
[ aimlessly walking around Hometown. He's... not doing alright. ]
[ aimlessly walking around Hometown. He's... not doing alright. ]
. . .
And what's a flavor profile?
[ be patient with him. ]
[ a shrug, they’re preparing their bowl and cup for the matcha process. ]
* What kinda flavor profile are you into, hmm?
[ they ask, looking through their matcha tins. Ralsei thought of everything. ]
* I’m not picky,
+
. . .
And what's a flavor profile?
[ be patient with him. ]
[ He's a bit dazed from his near crash out, the sudden influx of new information, and all the love he felt all at the one time. It was a bit overwhelming... but he nonetheless kept his composure. As much as he could, anyway. ]
I never knew you were into matcha. Um... +
[ they scoff at him, a brow raised. They shake their head and make their way to their, pouring water into their electrical kettle and turning that on so it may heat up. They just needed water for the matcha +
[ Amidst his own questions, Kazutora was able to briefly look past Mokou's further fawning over Ralsei when he saw their smile. Tired as it was, it made his cheeks grow warm again and smile himself. It was a cute sight, however rare it was. ]
[ He's a bit dazed from his near crash out, the sudden influx of new information, and all the love he felt all at the one time. It was a bit overwhelming... but he nonetheless kept his composure. As much as he could, anyway. ]
I never knew you were into matcha. Um... +
[ Amidst his own questions, Kazutora was able to briefly look past Mokou's further fawning over Ralsei when he saw their smile. Tired as it was, it made his cheeks grow warm again and smile himself. It was a cute sight, however rare it was. ]
It's... a lot to take in. Is this where you've been going?
[ Amidst his own questions, Kazutora was able to briefly look past Mokou's further fawning over Ralsei when he saw their smile. Tired as it was, it made his cheeks grow warm again and smile himself. It was a cute sight, however rare it was. ]
Please, won't you accept your destiny . . . ?
Please, won't you accept your destiny . . . ?
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... their fingers interlocked. It +
[ they ramble for awhile but all the while they held his hand. to ensure he doesn’t wander off, they interlock their fingers with their own and squeeze remind him +
... their fingers interlocked. It +
* Ralsei. He’s so cool and really cute. He’s like.. a goat? I think. But he’s got magic. I think he’s like a healer of sorts? It’s awesome. He’s really sweet… recently he +
Castle Town... how'd you get a room there?
[ Anything to guide his mind away from his unfounded fears. ]
[ confusion seemed to leave his mind so suddenly and without warning, being replaced by an uncomfortably hot feeling in his chest, and a sudden spike in anger and perhaps a bit of sadness. But primarily the anger. He could feel his own hand tighten around Mokou's, only to loosen as +
[ Mokou you can’t just.. say it like that. ]
* So I don’t know all the fine details. But these are out Dark World forms. This Dark World has this place called Castle Town. That’s where I crash since… +
[ too many questions and not nearly enough answers. ]
[ confusion seemed to leave his mind so suddenly and without warning, being replaced by an uncomfortably hot feeling in his chest, and a sudden spike in anger and perhaps a bit of sadness. But primarily the anger. He could feel his own hand tighten around Mokou's, only to loosen as +
[ This was a lot to take in. He didn't even take Mokou's hand at first, as if not even processing it was there. Once he was actually up, he found that the armor's look matched its weight. While not overwhelming, he would need to get used to it. ]
... far cry from a jacket and a +
[ Mokou stepped closer, finally getting a good look at him. He looked so intimidating in such an outfit but seeing how he was in their previous world.. things he hasn’t seen yet… it didn’t seem far off.
A bandaged hand is held out to help him stand. ]
+
... what the hell is this...?
[ This was a lot to take in. He didn't even take Mokou's hand at first, as if not even processing it was there. Once he was actually up, he found that the armor's look matched its weight. While not overwhelming, he would need to get used to it. ]
... far cry from a jacket and a +
[ Before Kazutora could ask anything more, they suddenly grab at his hands. They’re not giving him a choice as they jump back, tugging Kazutora with them and taking him as well. He would see that it wasn’t just a supply closet and they were +
Okay. You're the boss. Let's go already.
[ their voice took a threatening note. ]
* Don’t fucking piss me off, I’m trying to make sure you don’t get hurt.
[ with a growl, they grab the knob of the door. they seem to be hesitating. ]
* You’re so stupid…
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Do you... need me to reach something for you? I'm not really that tall either, haha...
[ you are fucking 5'9. ]
[ His head's tilted to the side, not quite understanding the context of this impromptu gathering between the two. How much else was there in this town to+
[ His head's tilted to the side, not quite understanding the context of this impromptu gathering between the two. How much else was there in this town to+
That might be a little difficult. I did tell you I kinda forced my way in here. I don't think visiting hours were open yet and I didn't want to wait knowing you were hurt.
[ The lengths they would both go for each other. It would be so romantic, if not for the tragedy that looms over both +
* You just +
That might be a little difficult. I did tell you I kinda forced my way in here. I don't think visiting hours were open yet and I didn't want to wait knowing you were hurt.
[ The lengths they would both go for each other. It would be so romantic, if not for the tragedy that looms over both +
[ he looks so excited. ]
[ he looks so excited. ]
everyone talks about wanting a "true freak" until i pull out a knife 🙄 now suddenly I'M the weird one
[ he looks so excited. ]
Can I get you anything...? Or do anything to help you?
[ His hand keeps a firm grip on theirs, like he didn't want to let go. ]
Anything that will make this +
Nevermind. They don’t want to think about it. They shake their head and tiredly squeeze his hand. ]
* Yeah. But I’ll live, okay..? I just need rest…
I could have killed whoever did this.
[ ... that. ]
They wouldn't be able to try this again if I got to them first. I don't care if it's out here or back in that other world; if I saw them, I wouldn't let them get away.
Can I get you anything...? Or do anything to help you?
[ His hand keeps a firm grip on theirs, like he didn't want to let go. ]
Anything that will make this +
[ he's taking one of their hands in his own and gently massaging it with his thumbs. For how gently his behavior was, his next +
[ that’s all they can give him and that’s all they planned to give him. they know Kazutora, the moment they tell him it was Kris he would just get himself killed or hurt. ]
* but again.. it’s all a blur. I was just stabbed.
[ they close their eyes, looking ready to +
[ His hand clenched up again... ]
... but you end up being stabbed. I know you probably don't want me to be, but I'm scared for you. I don't want to lose you, too.
[ if only he knew what was to come. And what Mokou was already aware of. ]
[ he's taking one of their hands in his own and gently massaging it with his thumbs. For how gently his behavior was, his next +
[ So much for not interrogating them. ]
... I'm sorry to be so annoying about this when you probably just want to rest. But... I can't help but feel responsible. I said I would protect you and make sure no one would hurt you +
* Oh.. gee.
[ a button was pushed and the upper half of the bed rose so they could be sat up to meet his gaze, their own tired and groggy. However he can see their expression grow strained and uncomfortable as they’re sat up, clearly uncomfortable with a literally stab wound +
[ A light chuckle. But he probably wasn't joking about those actions. This was Kazutora, after all. ]
[ So much for not interrogating them. ]
... I'm sorry to be so annoying about this when you probably just want to rest. But... I can't help but feel responsible. I said I would protect you and make sure no one would hurt you +
[ annoyed, but also avoiding answering the question with an excuse. It wasn’t a bad excuse, Mokou’s memory would deteriorate whenever +
[ He's come closer. The strain in his eyes is growing worse, like he's fiercely trying to hold back tears, though whether they were out of anger or out of fear for Mokou's life, was unclear. ]
Tell me. So I can make sure they don't do this again. Whoever *they* are.