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Kazuki had no idea why he was being taken outside, only making a weak grab for the mug of water before getting dragged out. Admittedly, the fresh air did do him a little good as he took in a deep breath, and it was only then that he realized it was his brother that had been the one to take him outside. He was sincerely grateful for the help, figuring that if he was the one that took him outside, it was probably for the better. He definitely should have taken the water, though.

"私はあなたを愛しています、弟..." He mumbled.

He half-listened to the conversation, brow furrowing at the mention of Mystic Prophecy. If that was where the group wanted to go, he'd rather put his energy elsewhere. He was more than happy to continue his self-appointed studies and practice his magic. Brushing up on his skills and spells was much more time-worthy than going somewhere and awkwardly standing around and avoiding Luci.

His frown deepened as he caught his name, though it was like a splash of cold water hit his face as he stared at his brother. "Don't say that," He couldn't help but scoff as he leaned back against the building. He hated it when his parents compared him, he hated it when their relatives did it--he wasn't about to accept it hearing it from Kazuma, either. "Plenty of things you can do that I can't."

Like talk to people, for one. He thought as he let himself slide down to the ground, readjusting so that he had his arms resting on his knees. "I dunno where you've been looking, Rael, but there's resentment there. They lost more than we did while we made it out alive. Even if they don't admit it, there are feelings to be had over that."

Bad feelings, of course.




The boys were full of ideas, though at the very least the consensus was to avoid the shadows. Probably for the better; there was this strange tension radiating from them as they hyperfocused on their tasks. The entire dungeon gave her some really bad vibes, but she couldn't figure out why. Well, seeing it completely formed was unsettling, so that could be it. But there was something else to this, she just couldn't put her finger on it.

The new player spoke up, indicating that the shadows indeed didn't want to be disturbed. Oh, right, there was another person in the bathroom, wasn't there? Perfect, then the way to go was to sneak around and dodge them as best as they could. She also confirmed that the dungeon was already formed--Mira was hoping she was wrong about that--and the blonde sighed. Welp, they wouldn't get answers just standing around.

As Mira stepped forward, however, she was surprised to suddenly get grabbed from behind. Well, not grabbed--hugged, more like. She was entirely confused, the girl's words not really making any sense. She wriggled slightly, uncomfortable with the close contact.

"Who's alive?" Mira couldn't really get out of her grip without being rude, unfortunately. "This isn't the time to play around. We need to hurry up and clear the corruption."

Looking back at the shadows, she watched the ones running around the 'track'. "If we time it right, we can just run through."




Graves didn't seem all too happy. Kazuki wasn't really surprised at that, though he wasn't going to argue on it any longer. He would never uphold a real, actual life over some data, but he recognized when he needed not to cause a fuss. They had to be practical, but the overly emotional Graves acted on...well, emotion, and often without thinking. He let out a small sigh at the thought; he'd rather avoid any future fights, but if Graves was going to be stubborn, it'd likely present a problem. He should've just gone with Robin, this was giving him a headache.

The mug Seele offered him went ignored as Kazuki shuffled to the bar. He fished out some coin, placing it gently on the bar. "One ale, please," He requested politely, giving the man a bow once he got the mug. Shuffling back to his seat, Kazuki took an eager swig, letting out a hiccup as he plopped down into his seat. His eyes landed on the mug of water, and he gently pushed it back with the other mug.

"I'm okay, thank you," Kazuki said (likely to Seele, but it seems more like outloud), tilting his head back as he drank the rest of the mug. It tasted terrible, it smelled terrible, but he was really, really feeling good after the matter. He watched Alex for a second, lightly swaying in his seat with a frown on his face.

"Missing wayfarers...it would be bad if other wayfarers were behind that," He mumbled. "Not that I'd be surprised. Griefers are the worst."

He had a solemn silence after that, although he leaned to his right. He kept leaning, and leaning, and leaning, and then he slowly lowered his head to the table. The brunet slid right off, remaining on the floor and staring up at the ceiling. "ゼーレさん、もう一杯必要です。" He grumbled, closing his eyes. "天井が回転している…エールだったと思う。気が変わったので、エールはもうやめてください。" He hiccuped.

At Siegfried's words, Kazuki rolled his eyes. カズマ、なぜ私たちは別の見知らぬ人をサポートしなければならないのですか?人々はあまりにも信頼しています。." He muttered in displeasure, shooting 'Artemis' a look resembling disdain. "女の子は迷惑です。でもグレイブスさんは私が何か言うと怒鳴りますので、これを処理させていただきます..."




The room was entirely cloaked in darkness when Celeste first stirred. It was nice and warm under the blankets and she was all too happy to hide away from the sun. Ah, to have a day where she could blissfully sleep in without concern was surely a time to be treasured. She closed her eyes, ready to let sleep lull her back to its embrace. Alas, like many a star-struck lover and endless protagonists of romance novels, she would soon be parted from that which she held most dear to her.

The door to her room opened and closed shortly after. The sound of a pair of footsteps was accompanied by something rolling, coming to a stop next to the bed. She let out a tiny sigh as she heard the footsteps approach the window, the curtains whipped back in one, swift motion. Sunlight poured in and illuminated the room in its entirety; quaint, homey, and above all, terribly small for her taste. She was forced to leave behind her ensemble and could only bring some of her essentials and had to choose her clothing the night before, like some kind of farmhand.

Her ever-faithful servant Kaitlyn stood at the window, walking back to the cart she had brought in. Celeste always thought that she was much too prompt, but she supposed there was no fighting it. "It is time to rise, my lady." Kaitlyn announced as she gave her a curtsy. "I have brought you your breakfast. You'll find it humble yet satisfying."

Forcing herself to sit up, Celeste untangled herself from the mess of blanket and red hair. Letting out a yawn as she stretched her arms above her head, she looked over to her servant. "So it would seem," She replied, still sleepy as she scooted backward until she hit the headboard. Once Kaitlyn lifted the tray and placed it on her lap, Celeste decided to eat quickly and quietly. Humble yet satisfying, indeed, but Kailtyn would never let her accept any less.

"What will be on the agenda on this day?" She asked, dabbing the corners of her mouth with a napkin.

"We could make an appearance at the Keller Estate, if it pleases you," Kaitlyn suggested, taking back the tray. "Alternatively, we could simply wander around until something catches your interest."

The Keller Estate, huh? That would be the responsible thing to do, but that didn't sound like a lot of fun. She didn't respond to Kaitlyn right away, choosing to clean and change out of her nightgown first. The process was quick as the water was terribly cold, but she wasn't looking to dawdle too much longer. The inn was adorably quaint but suffocating in how close all the walls were. Of course, going out in the cold wasn't appealing, either, but she was no stranger to the weather here.

Stepping outside, Celeste let out a breath, tapping her cheek with her fan. With bags in hand, Kaitlyn raised an eyebrow at her. "A bit chilly for a fan, isn't it?" She asked.

"It's an accessory, darling," Celeste replied.

"Of course. And have you decided on our course?"

"Take my bag to the encampment and then find me, I'll be sure to make up my mind by then," Celeste ordered.

With a small bow, Kaitlyn departed. Celeste watched her leave, waiting until the maid was out of sight before she gave the street a good look around. What she wanted was some mischief, but where was she to find it at this time of day? A nagging feeling told her that she really should consider the Keller Estate. Well, fun first, then responsibility. With that in mind, she began her stroll, quietly humming to herself as she hunted for her next target.

Fortunately for her, she locked onto someone.

"Good morning, Sanji~" She greeted the man with too much enthusiasm and an overly excited wave, immediately running up to him. "Look at you, out and about already! Do you never rest?"


CLASS 2-C

TEACHERS
Touga Aki [Homeroom & Japanese II (Literature)]
Yokoyama Iwoa [Mathematics]
Sugimoto Katsumi [Science]
Eto Mitsuo [Physical Education]
Inaba Kotone [Social Studies]
Shinsato Hisashi [History]

STUDENTS OF 2-C
Takano Junko
One of the school's delinquents. Anytime she and Shiori run into one another, there ends up being a fight, though whether it's verbal or physical is a toss-up. Supposedly, the two were friends in middle school, though you wouldn't guess by how much they hate one another.

Akarino Kei
Junko's best friend and often one of the few people who can talk her down. He's a member of the boxing club, but he isn't a big fan of violence.

Ariyoshi Harumi - Advice Guru
A friendly, gentle girl whose father owns the Ariyoshi Cafe. She is one of the few members of the Tea Club, often inviting people to visit, though she is also a part of the volleyball team. She's always open to giving advice and is more than happy to help others when asked.


OTHER STUDENTS
Student Council President Hatsu Orihime 3rd Year - Class 3-A
Quiet yet driven, Orihime is all business. Considering her goal is Tokyo U, it isn't strange to see why. That said, her focus is split between studying and preparing her Vice President before graduation.

Vice President Nakanishi Sakura 2nd Year - Class 2-B
A fashionable girl, Sakura often skirts the line when it comes to the dress code. Eager to gossip, she is all too happy to share information that she has learned.

Secretary Sayaka Umeko 1st Year - Class 1-C
One of the few first years on the council, she answers to her senpais all too eagerly. She is also a member of the Newspaper Club.

Boxing Captain Uemura Akihiko 3rd Year - 3-A
An incredibly popular athlete, Akihiko is a charismatic young man with ambition. His desire to leave behind a legacy is strong, as he already has plans to leave Utsubyo. That said, there has been the occasional rumor about him hanging around a less-than-desirable crowd, but few believe it.

Volleyball Captain Mizuno Tomoyo 3rd Year - 3-C
Class leader of 3-C and captain of the volleyball club. Tomoyo has been going through a streak of bad luck lately, though she keeps a chipper attitude.

Newspaper Club Member Imai Shoichi 2nd Year - Class 2-A
A member of the Newspaper Club. Generally conflict-avoidant, he finds himself bemoaning his strange luck of running into weird situations.



'Moneybags' was accurate, although Kazuki wasn't sure why it felt like an insult. He pushed the now-empty mug away from him, resting his chin on the palm of his hand as he watched everything unfold. He wasn't entirely sure why everyone was getting riled up again. All this talk of 'going forward' and 'time' and...other things that couldn't come to mind at the moment--goodness, his head was swimming. All he knew was that they were going in circles for no good reason.

"And when the denizens--who outnumber us a thousand to one--turn on us, it'll all be over," He said, straightening up. "It isn't an argument about priority, everyone is interpreting each other's words the wrong way. We do have a duty to fulfill, and that same duty is not just for the denizens, but for our own sake as well. The lore said that the denizens don't trust us in the first place and only tolerated us because we cleared dungeons. No wonder they're mistrusting us, we all just suddenly stopped from their perspective."

He let out the smallest of hiccups, shaking his head. "And they'll never understand our reason. They'll never understand the losses. No amount of explaining, crying, begging, or reasoning will make them understand. I bet there are some denizens in power who hate us and will likely take this chance to get rid of us," His tone dropped to something resembling somber. "But...if we return to clearing the dungeons, fulfilling quests, we can get back on track."

Looking over at Graves, Kazuki frowned. "What you said and what Alja said isn't wrong. But you have to alter your point of view; if you're dropped into a foreign city, you don't go against their customs. You blend in, adapt...do whatever you can to survive. 'Do as the Romans do', after all," He stood, swaying slightly. "I'm going to make sure to do that, too. If I have to clear dungeons, fine. If I have to do some stupid fetch quest to gain people's trust, fine. I'll do whatever it takes."

The brunet pushed his chair aside, standing still for a moment. "I refuse to die here," He muttered.




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