Hisakawa Koukou - Hard Reset IC

[Accelerator]

[fieldbox= Kamijou Michio, plum, solid]

It had been more than a month since the attack at the school happened but Michio couldn't help but still be a bit on edge. It was the largest attack that ever happened on the school and yet everyone in the premises were unsure just how it was resolved. At least that single hacker incident all those months ago had a satisfying conclusion but the latest event's end felt so vague and incomplete when he and the other students all woke up on a hospital bed.

Despite the numbers that they held, he was no fool to believe that was enough to stop them. From the information he had gathered, there were only less than 10 attackers that day and they were members of some sort of VR Gang. But if that few can cause such chaos to erupt, then what if they held the same numbers as his subordinates, or what if they had outnumbered them? Unless everyone gets an invisibility countermeasure program, they would have been sitting ducks. It was only though sheer luck that the authorities made it on time before anybody had been seriously hurt... or so he thought.

Michio heard some disturbing news regarding Kyouko. Apparently, she was one of the main targets of the VR gang and had come out of the incident missing one of her fingers. When he heard it at first, it felt like the Yakuza had something to do with it instead but he was certain that Kokoro Amane had not involved them that day, or that was what he believed. Speaking of targets, the other main target was supposed to be Nyoko Morita, who, unsurprisingly was the head of a gang, albeit a VR one. Michio doesn't know much of the details but it was safe to say that she's paying for her crimes. Surprisingly, however, there are other members of Nyoko's VR gang among his classmates though after what had happened, he chose to let sleeping dogs lie and let them be. That said, he was quite troubled by Kira's disappearance as well.

But ever since that day, Kokoro Amane spared no expense for the protection of the students. The sight of middle-aged men patrolling the school armed with wooden swords was an everyday occurrence now in Hisakawa. But if knew anything, that was just for show. If things really got messy, then he can imagine them having no qualms bringing in firearms into the fray. Though Kokoro would have Sagawa hack into everyone's chips to perform some sort of amnestic program in order to wipe everyone's memories clean and replace it with something else entirely. At least that's what he'd do if he had those resources and was in any position of power to do so. Last month's incident was simply too close for comfort, and it certainly looked like the student council president is not taking any chances. Who knows what could have happened if Sakuradamon didn't arrive on time?

As he was having these thoughts, his attention shifted back to the reason why he was in school in the first place. Apparently, Kokoro had decided to relinquish the Vice Presidential position that Keoni-san forfeited when he switched schools to Leo Kane. It was evident that this was a decision that a vast majority would not so willingly accept and some of them were even prodding him to voice a complaint. It would seem that they still do not believe the president's words regarding her decision.

Clearing his throat, Michio began speaking in a loud and authoritative tone to address everyone's concerns.

"I can understand that you have some... reservations regarding our dear President's decision to name Kane-san as Vice-President. Some of you may have issues regarding his personality, and most of you will question his skill. But I, on the other hand, no longer question Amane-Kaichou's decisions, and I am not going to start again now. If she has reason to believe that Leo Kane has the capability to handle the responsibility of vice-president, then I shall not go against her wishes. Besides, as she has stated, my personal circumstances prevent me from handling a position above my current one. " He had confirmed that what Kokoro Amane had said was true. Between his Academics, Responsibility as a Social Morals Officer, Part-Time Jobs, and Training, he simply had no time to spare for an added responsibility.

"However, if I may be allowed to speak freely, then I do not wish everyone present to disprove and deny Kane-san's capacity to lead alongside Amane-Kaichou without giving him the opportunity to do so. Let Kane-san prove not only to Amane-Kaichou but to the entire student body that he deserves the position thrust unto him by our dear President. Let us give him the chance to earn our trust and respect from now on. And let us prove to everyone that Hisakawa Academy is an institution of opportunity and its Student Council as an exemplar of justice and impartiality!"

It was a statement that catered to each side's qualms. While he did not oppose Amane's will, he also tried to convince the other council members to give Leo a chance. It was the best he could do at that situation and hopefully it would ease them to the idea of having Leo as the next Vice President. Hopefully still, Chiyo would support his statement as well as Leo's reputation.

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[Eru]

[fieldbox="Miyamoto Ryuu, #2feb83"]

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December 18th, Late Afternoon / Town of Hisakawa, Saionji Hot Springs

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"C'mon Saionji-chan. Can't we go inside now? It's sooo cold out here!"

Shielding his face from the biting cold, Ryuu was sending a text when Ishikawa spoke.

Sayuri, hello! I'm sorry that I haven't been able to see you in a few weeks.
Is everything alright?

Snapping his phone shut, Ryuu glanced up. Yes, Ishikawa was definitely not dressed for the weather. Ryuu frowned, wondering why they hadn't entered the building yet. With Rei Saionji's family being so kind as to invite the students to the hot springs, it was surprising that they were kept waiting.

"Saionjiii...~! Come one Ryuu-kun, Naomasa-kun. I can't be the only one freezing up here!"

But, Ryuu said nothing, not wishing to get on Midori's nerves in the manner that Naomasa might have accidentally done. He shivered, both from the cold and from remembering Ishikawa's quick temper.

Fading out of the present situation for a moment, in his mind, Ryuu thought back to the last big incident at the academy. After that, it felt like nothing was... nothing was real, for a time. It still felt like that. He'd not heard from Sayuri for a very long time, and that fact was weighing down on his spirit. Could he have done something to upset her? Or was she having problems that she couldn't speak about?

Nothing Ryuu had done lately was able to improve his mental state. With the Christmas break fast approaching, there was much talk around the school of how people were going to spend their holidays, all of which sounded greatly more exciting than the bland weekend Ryuu currently expected. Apart from that, rumors were circulating again, about weird things between himself and Fujimoto Amaya. Nothing truthful, of course, and Ryuu could hardly believe that anybody lent credence to them.

A thought came to him, and Ryuu sent another text, still blocking out the sounds of the wind.

Hi Chiyo! What are your plans for the winter break?
I was wondering if you'd like to do any cooking for the holidays?

With a small sigh, and a visible puff of air from his lips, Ryuu slipped his phone away again and tried to focus on the conversation. Because of Midori's exclamation, Rei was explaining that the baths were being cleaned. Naomasa offered his assistance to this, but Ryuu didn't think this was really something he would enjoy doing.

"Saionji-san... even if we could go stand inside somewhere warm for a while, that would be good for me."
It sounded like a noncommittal remark, but Ryuu's teeth were beginning to chatter.​

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[RedArmyShogun]

[fieldbox= Ayame Sayato, maroon, solid]

[December 18th, Late-Afternoon / Hisakwa Academy, Main School Building, First Floor Social Morals Office ]


Thinking back to that day Ayame briefly remembers having found Kyouko, but minus a bits of flashes and some loose recollection of memories much seemed to elude her that day. Men in black, some physical conflict with who had Kyouko, but overall even those memories she wasn't sure of. All that was sure was that she woke up on a bed in the school yard with a massive headache.

Fucking chips..

Course events that followed weren't much better, between the Yakuza, herself more or less being conscripted into the Social Morals Committee. Though it had proved rather enlightening from a point of view. She was right in regards to Yuri, she was something else alright. A bodyguard to be spot on.

So how exactly did Ayame feel she knew her from before.. In either case it was clear Yuri was in another league, though by her own opinion the old man was crazy. Why have all of his bastard kids living like normal, why not pay off the lesser ones and cut them off.. Like this playing out here right now, a pointless power change play, that would only antagonize them. Though given the chaos that had followed she wasn't able to set up a meeting with the other two and the council, barring any unforeseen happenings that would be done this week if not today... Well maybe not today, the idea of going to the hot springs was too tempting.

Course that couldn't happen just yet either, Yuri had her request after all.. While Ayame took the free time this series of chaotic events had given her to study and train, she still did not trust she could match up with Yuri. Sword to sword that was a no go. She had very limited experience with those, a VR battle or a physical spar would give her something of a chance. Nodding her head in agreement with her thought, Ayame then proceeded to wonder, just what was she doing here.. If they kept dragging her in like this they could at least give her an armband.


Watching the meeting with disinterest, Michio was surprisingly civil and receptive of the situation. Playing both sides of the fence, did he really mean it, or was he playing both sides of the fence? Whatever the reasoning of one of her charges, there wasn't much she could do here. Short of the more immediate problems she also eagerly await the results of her test. Out of boredom and the fact her being here ultimately as of now had no baring on issues, debating to just saying what was on her mind the girl frowns, that would be in poor taste.

Moving closer to Yuri, Ayame whispers silently. "Your meeting aside, I rather hand contact baring VR.. I think I would last longer by hand than against you with blade...even if bamboo."

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[Esmeray]

[fieldbox= Ayama Fujimoto, #003366, solid]

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[December 18th, Late Afternoon / Town of Hisakawa - City Streets]
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The morning sunlight filtered in through white curtains as the song birds outside began to play their cheerful tune. The rays of light dimly illuminated a lavishly furnished room, and as time passed the shadows start to recede farther and farther, until a lump in the sheets was fully exposed to the sun. There is a rustle as the body underneath slowly leaves a pleasant slumber into a state of semi-consciousness. Tufts of long black hair are messily splayed out from underneath the covers, and eventually with a groan a young girl's head peeks out from them. Bright blue eyes squint up at the blank ceiling above, and she shuts them as she yawns. Sluggishly she turns her head to the side to see that it's a little after nine in the morning, and she was now fully aware of the fact that there were others in her house moving about down stairs. Probably her parents getting ready for their day. She closes her eyes, and enjoys the sounds of a new day. Then she hears it, her step-mother's steps heading towards her room and then a careful knock. The door swings open revealing a beautiful woman probably no older than her mid-thirties. "Ayama, breakfast is ready dear. Get dressed and meet us down stairs okay? We have something very important to talk about with you."

Ayama is quick to pick up the tone in the woman's voice; something had happened. Sitting up her skinny digits wipe the typical morning grime away from here eyes, then raises her arms high above her arms to stretch them out. The black haired girl tosses the sheets off her body, and she scoots over to the edge of her bed. She looks over to her door to find that her mother is no longer standing in the door, and Ayama yawns again. Finally getting up, she does a few morning stretches to wake up her body and then makes her way to her vanity. Once there she sits down and starts to brush out her hair. As she does this she runs through any messages she might have missed. There were a few. Two from Taigi-Kun, about some new game he had been playing. That one was about a day old, and then there was an alert for the red pandas. Worried about this, she quickly sent her friend a text message hoping everything was resolved safely. Being away from all of her friends was starting to really get to Ayama. She felt lonely, and for good reason. She didn't know anyone here in the Americas. With a sigh, she puts down her brush and heads into her own personal bathroom where she washes her face and brushes her teeth. Once that was settled she exits the bathroom and heads back over to her vanity, which had a set of clothes already put out for today. Ayama quickly gets dressed in a formal and feminine black dress, and accessorizes with a simple silver necklace with a mirror pendant dangling from the chain. She applies a light layer of natural make-up, makes her bed, and finally leaves her room.

As she heads down the steps, she can hear her parents speaking in hushed whispers to each other. A sense of curiosity and possibly dread begin to well up inside her, but never the less she greats them with a smile as she enters the kitchen. "Good morning guys!" Ayama chirps as she prances over to their fridge to pull out some cranberry juice. Grabbing a plastic cup from the cupboard she pours herself a generous amount of juice, and then puts the container away. Breakfast was already waiting for her on the table, and gosh did it smell divine. Taking her seat she pays thanks for her meal, and then starts to eat. She takes her time eating with a smile on her face, but in the back of her mind she is worrying over the future conversation they're about to have as well as her friend. Her father begins, and she listens to him attentively. He speaks to her about an attack on her school that had happened while she was asleep, and how several of her fellow students may have gotten hurt in the situation. Ayama is frowning now, and she sets down her fork as she has no desire to eat. The news just gets worse from there. Her closest friend seemed to have been arrested as well, which only meant that the red pandas were probably no more. All that hard work....gone in the blink of an eye. Fighting back the tears and the worry, Ayama takes a deep breath to calm herself. She needed to go home immediately, and she needed to be collected so she could convince her father to let her fly home.

Another hour passes as Ayama and her father negotiate Ayama's request, and eventually he finally agrees so long as Ayama stays out of trouble, and continues to maintain her academics. There were a few other things tossed in there, but the first two were the most important, or so Ayama had gathered. Using her chip she booked the next available flight for home, and spends the remainder of her time in the states packing. Originally she was supposed to attend her father's meeting today, but he told her that he would allow her to miss this one. After having packed everything, the house butler helps her move her suitcases into the car parked out front. "Thank you so much for all your help." Ayama mentions to him with a polite smile, and then she takes the time to bid everyone good bye. Soon enough she was at the airport boarding a plane on route for Japan. For home.

+ One Month Later +
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It's been a month since the attack on the school and Ayama still seems to feel lost these days. Nyoko no longer being a part of her life really had a huge impact on her, as she felt Nyoko understood her the most. She had begged her father to allow her to pay for Ayama's bail, even a lawyer, but he refused out right. She felt totally powerless, and the thought of Nyoko rotting away in jail tore her up inside. Oshiro-San was gone too. That wasn't as hard of a blow for Ayama, but it didn't change the fact that her small group of friends was getting smaller. An entire month has gone by since she had returned to be with them all, and yet she still felt as lonely as she did in the States. Leo was busy with that Kokoro girl and the social morals committee these days, and while she had Taigi Ayama didn't want him to think she was clingy. She's been trying to balance out her days between being alone, getting to know Chiyo a bit better, or hanging out with Taigi or Leo whenever they were available.

"Miss?"

Ayama blinks. Huh? I must have dazed out again...

"Miss? Do you need help finding anything?"

Turning to look to her right Ayama's blue orbs take in the figure of a large shapely shop keeper trying to get her attention. That's right she was supposed to be shopping for snacks right now. Ayama quickly cursed herself for getting distracted at a time like this. Today she was going to have some fun with Taigi-Chan! Quickly shaking her head Ayama dismisses the other woman's aid, but bids her thanks. Focusing on the task at hand she scans the row she's currently in for some of Taigi's favorite snacks. Finding two of his specifics she picks them up and a few for herself. Shuffling over to the next isle Ayama then picks up some ramune bottles. Then she realizes something....she has no idea where Taigi went. Oh! what if he was waiting for me outside!? AND IT'S FREEZING. Now in a panick, Ayama rushes to the check out counter where she purchases all of her items. She thanks the cashier quickly before swiftly exiting the store. As she exits, a gust of cold air meets her warm skin, and immediately she recoils back into her warm winter coat and bundled up blue scarf. Looking around she finally finds Taigi down in the snow, as if he had been knocked over.

"O-oh! What happened? Sorry I wasn't here to help." Ayama quickly apologizes to her child hood friend, and lends him a gloved hand. She looks down the alley to see Yuuki hurriedly running away. A pang of hurt or possibly sadness strikes her for just a moment, but she quickly buries that feeling. Deciding not to give it much thought she just focuses on helping Taigi off the snow covered ground.

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[Skyswimsky]

[fieldbox= Kyouko Himura, #3DA3C2, solid]

[ December 18th, Late-Afternoon / Town of Hisakawa, Mana Kamei's Home ]

Kyouko Himura should have been sick. Sick of it all. The past half year life has been treating her like crap. The past half year her 'blazing Soul': her incredible strong-will stubbornness, seemed to have failed her. God, if there was such an entity, had taken more and more of what she held dear.

It did not matter if she lost an eye, a finger, her leg or even her life. As long as she could uphold her own ideals, protect those dear to her, as long as she could do that. Kyouko Himura would even sell her Soul to the Devil for that.

But no. It did not work like that. No matter how much she had struggled, how blatantly she tried to defy Fate. In the end, she failed. Those 'wounds' being nothing more than a grim reminder of what she had lost rather than proud battle scars of what she managed to protect.

Or maybe it was the simple process of growing up. Her ideal self that she had such a hard time truly embrace. Becoming an egoistic adult that thinks only for himself. After all, she had turned 17 last month and now it would only take one more year... .

Kyouko Himura should have been sick. But she wasn't. She refused. She struggled. She wouldn't give in. Never. Once again she had seen doubting herself like so often before. Once again she was so close to fall into a deep hole rather than keep climbing.

But this time she didn't want any of that. She didn't need any of that. She still had people left to protect. She still had Continues left to waste try. This time, Kyouko was as lively as she had ever been... .

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"That color really suits you, Kyou. You look really cute!"

Kyouko's eyes locked into Sagawa's. Another 'physical reminder' of her failure. Her debt now even bigger. How was she even in this situation to begin with? Right. Sagawa tried really hard to cheer the pirate up. Even after all she had already done. Did Kyouko really do such a bad job at looking fine?

Regardless, Kyouko did her part. Even if she wasn't too fond of any of that girly stuff in the first place she was actually glad, and surprised, that Mana had a rather mild, but shiny, nail polish available. Though... did Sagawa even ask Mana for permission?

"A w e s o m e. Kyouko meant in a light, jesting voice. "The word you're looking for is Awesomer! I look more Awesomer!" Awesomer, the comparative of Awesome. After all Kyouko looked awesome by default in the first place.

Giving Sagawa a genuine smile however she continued. "Thanks though. I really appreciate it." For now, Kyouko didn't decide to say anything about the 'Virtual' Finger. After all, another of her 'ideals' was to not 'hide' behind a virtual mask.

"Kamei-chan and all of us are going that Hot springs later, right? You're going to go there too, right, Kyou-chan?"

Kyouko gave a quick glance towards her walking sticks. She barely needed them anymore alas her mother, and Sagawa, kept bugging the girl to still use them. Normally, she wouldn't have given a crap about that but...

"Of course! I'm sick of being half-hospitalized. I suppose it's a nice start. Can't wait to start parkouring again too." Did the pirate think of the hot spring as some sort of swimming pool... ?

Another glance went to her holograph finger. Hopefully, after getting used to it, it wouldn't hinder her too much. After a quick thought, Kyouko added however. "Who is 'all of us' anyways?"

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[Ehb]

[fieldbox= Mizunohara Sagawa, turquoise, solid]

[ December 18th, Late-Afternoon / Town of Hisakawa, Mana Kamei's Home ]

"Well, the entire class is going. So, saying all of us is fine, right? Though to be honest, the only people I've really mentioned it to is Kamei-san and you." Sagawa looked off to the side in a defeated manner. "I really wanted to go - but, it would be really sad going there and sitting alone in the hot springs without anyone to talk to."

"So that's why if we all went together it would be super nice!" Sagawa cupped her hand together with a pleased expression. "You don't have to say anything, you can just sit there and make the illusion that I'm not all by myself!"

Sagawa idly giggled. Before sighing and smiling at Kyouko more normally.

"Just kidding. I just haven't managed to ask till now, Kyou."


For a moment there, Kyouko couldn't help but see the image of her interpretation of how things had gone down between Sagawa and Michio on the roof that day. She had thought about it form time to time, but had never gotten around to asking Sagawa or Michio about it in detail. Still, it was really bad. Like a complete and utter fallout. And, it was something the meat bun lover was originally intending to have happen between them as well.

But, it wasn't for malicious reason, right? It was because Sagawa was being targeted then, right?

It was too much of a hassle to try to attack that issue through to now. But, Kyouko could see it in the Meat Bun Lover's eyes.


"Anyway, It's great that you're recovery is doing well. But don't try to push it too hard Kyou. You were a much more fortunate in how you got out of that than some other people, you know?"

Sagawa opened her mouth... but stopped.

But Kyouko could read the worlds clearly.

....Like Kira.


Sagawa looked away from Kyouko again. Disengaging immediately.

"Well... I wonder if Kamei-chan's about ready. I'll go ahead and check." Sagawa said as she stood up to leave and check on Kazami's owner. "Heeey Kamei-chaan...!"

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[ December 18th, Late-Afternoon / Hisakwa Academy, Main School Building, First Floor Social Morals Office ]

"Well Said, Kamijou-san..."

Nozomi Yuri agreed with Michio's statements. Hushing any further vocal dissent.

"I'll take the silence as indiffernece then. Fine." Kokoro ever busy, moved on. "Remember that today's event is as the Saionji Hot Springs. So do come even if you're not there to chaperone our classmates. Dismissed."

Looking to her newly appointed, Kokoro gave him little option.

"Though of *cough* course, as the new Vice President, you'll want to dive into being *cough* involved right away, right? Leo? *cough*"



As the social morals members formed a line exiting the room, Kokoro motioned to Michio to come to her. He did so, obliging her summons.

"I'm certain you got my mail. But, for today's even, please actually focus on just stopping any sort of deviancy from the students today. The Saionji residence is already secured so we'd only get in the way if we tried to supplement their security."

Because it was a 'school sponsored' event Kokoro was obliged to have people to watch over the sometimes rowdy Hisakawa students. But, Kokoro had been much more keen on the chaperones' duty to protect the students, given what had been happening this year. So it was surprising to hear her mention taking it easy.

But, then again, the Saionji Hot Springs was ultimately a Mikado Business as well. So it already had people protecting it. Still, a person with a good work ethic wouldn't let that be an excuse to slack off either. There really were students whom had died since this school year started. These expensive 'reassurances' to the student body was definitely not coming out of the school's budget. Rather from Kokoro's own.

People in Social Morlas know Kokoro did care deep down. She didn't go out of her way to make it look pretty but she did care. It was just that her care was so ruthless that it was easy for some students to demonize her because of it.

Ultimately, it was an unsaid rule in the Social Morals Committee that they be the ones that could approach and form amiable relationships with the other students. Nozomi Yuri was the very embodiment of that idea.

"Of course, if anything really does go wrong I also have Yuri working to supervise the girls. But really. enjoy getting this easy assignment, Kamijou."

Elsewhere in the room....

"I see... I'd be happy too. Under a couple of conditions:" Yuri said, turning her head to Ayame behind her. "First: We do it at the Castle's Dojo. Second: I'd like you to assist with chaperoning the girls at the hot springs today. Is that acceptable Ayame-san?"

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[ December 18th, Late-Afternoon / Town of Hisakawa, Saionji Hot Springs, Front Lobby ]

All students had to do in order to get into the hot springs was to show their student ID. As suggested by Rei, they were allowed to at least wait inside rather than stand out in the cold weather. Rei, being the only actual staff there at the moment, was obligated to okay the students' ids. Technically, the hot springs opened up in another forty minutes, so Rei wouldn't get any of her actual staff in for at least another 15 to 20 minutes.

Inside of the lobby, chaos was brewing. Midori, Naomasa, and Ryuu were among the first in. But other, more rambunctious classmates were arriving inside as well.

"Haha! Look at me, I'm, a GHOOOST!"
"I'm a GHOOOST TOOO!"

a couple of students seemed to have found access to some complimentary loincloths. They tied them around their heads and let cloth hang over their face.

"Gross! Do you have any idea what you're hanging over your faces!?"


As Rei helplessly listened to the developing chaos, she regretted not waiting on the other Social Morals officers who were supposed keep all of this under control. Nevermind that the lobby that was already pretty small to begin with was getting really full. A couple of students had already taken the liberty of sitting on the front desk counters.

As the lobby filled up, people continued needing to move further and further into the lobby to make room for people now - almost uncontrollably coming inside. As this went on, Ryuu, Naomasa, and Midori were getting pushed all the way into the open entrances into the dressing rooms.

"Well isn't this great? At this rate you both are going to get to see the women's baths after all..."

Right after this, Naomasa's face was assaulted with... a shirt. Someone seemed to have already gotten impatient and was already getting ready to jump into the baths without the hassle of undressing properly.

"Omigosh! Saionji-san! Someone's stripping naked right here! Perv!"
"N-no! It's not like that! Honest!"

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[Luma]

[fieldbox=Kamei Mana, #ccffff, solid]

In the following month or so since the massive incident, Mana would have a lot to contemplate: if there was anything she could've done better, if there was anything to be done now. Breaking up with highschool acquaintances was natural, but to be torn from tons of familiar people, many of them friends, by law enforcement, was another story.

Mana cursed the unfairness of it all, and a great deal of the following month was spent cycling through the 5 stages of grief: mostly anger directed at herself for not approaching things differently. Truthfully, there wasn't much she could've done, but it didn't alleviate the feeling.

Although her father had brought it up once or twice, Mana simply couldn't stomach the idea of singing and dancing in an audition while her heart was screaming at her. Seeing the obvious distress, he'd dropped it for the time being. Eventually she'd decided it was best she avoid it altogether, not wanting to be under the control of some random company.

One of the very few good things to come of this month related to a certain programming wiz. Mana might've feared the girl and even labeled her as a witch, but witnessing Sagawa's code saving Kyouko from possibly losing an arm softened her opinion a little. Ever since then, Mana had accepted Sagawa as a hacker that could be trusted. Even if she was still a major pain at times.


[December 18th, Late-Afternoon / Town of Hisakawa, Mana Kamei's Home]

Mana browsed through the cabinets, selecting a bright red scarf and wrapping it around her neck to complete her winter attire. Hopefully they wouldn't be outside too long, but she'd take any excuse to wear a scarf. Scarves were cute, and kinda cool too. A bit of both. Like some kinda mystic wanderer.

Turning a corner, Mana nearly bumped into Sagawa, who had just been calling for her. The first thing to catch her eye was Kazami, who seemed to be carrying around a bottle of nail polish. With a groan, Mana rolled her eyes and flicked Sagawa on the forehead. "Can't you just buy your own drone?"

Mana stepped around Sagawa and entered her room. If it could be said that a room reflects its owner, then this one implied Mana was some kind of cyborg. A neon light-panel with customizable color lined each wall, and every one of the 7 electrical outlets had something plugged into it. Either a drone charging cable, or one of three desktop computers, or the hologram projector, which was currently displaying an ornate set of golden armor on a stand. Many people found the room unnatural and uncomfortable, but for Mana, it was cool, familiar, and very cozy.

"Anyways, I'm ready. So I've never actually been to any hot springs before.... I wonder if they're really as relaxing as everyone says." Mana's spirits had raised quite a bit since the incident, though she'd still lost a bit of her optimistic energy. Her eyes wandered over to Kyouko, noticing all ten painted nails.

"Hmm, nice choice, Cap'n. Are you sure that stuff is waterproof though?"

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[fieldbox= Ayame Sayato, maroon, solid]

[ December 18th, Late-Afternoon / Hisakwa Academy, Main School Building, First Floor Social Morals Office ]

Hearing Kokoro prattle on briefly, she seemed to at least be serious with her duties. Which was part of Ayame's initial dislike for her. Ayame wasn't one to turn down a responsibility, even as she had her own problems. Though Ayame was trying to turn a new life all things considered, letting out an exasperated sigh she already knew where this was going..

Though given recent events she could see why... Between these events, the sudden disappearance of a few issues and of course the deaths, they likely needed all the help they could get. Even if it was at her expense. Bracing herself as she knew what would be coming next... and true to form it did;

"I see... I'd be happy too. Under a couple of conditions:"

Listing to those stipulations, Ayame couldn't say she was surprised, or likely to disagree with it. First was holding the match at the Castle, second was escorting the girls. The castle she didn't mind all that much, though deep down she suspected it to be haunted. And the other job didn't bother her at all, she wanted to go to the hot springs after all, even if it killed part of her secrecy. But she couldn't just readily accept it without some complaint.

For one she suspected Yuri already knew she would agree.

And two the girl had suggested the spar to begin with, now was redirecting it as her own suggestion.

"Eh... That's pretty troublesome, but eh fine, might as well. Not like I wasn't going to the Hot spring after this.. Plus there is a small amount of business I want to clarify at the Castle."

Agreeing to the terms Ayame waits patiently for Yuri to finish her student activities here before heading out, believing traveling together might be easier, or at the least she wouldn't need to go there by herself and wait. So far it seemed like the student council business was wrapped up, or about to be at least. The bodyguard wondered how many of those here presently may end up there, knowing Michio he would end up there, on that note had things with he and Mana progressed yet? Ah well, maybe she would get lucky and be able to grill the blue hair a bit. Grinning to herself it might be fun even, though depending on the spar it could be possible she would run into none of them.


Taking a more sour look with a sigh, there were friends she needed to check up on as well, recent duties and studies had kept her largely busy. But wasn't that true of them all?

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[Illin]

[fieldbox= Narita Taigi, Grey, solid]

[December 18th, Late Afternoon / Town of Hisakawa - City Streets]

As Taigi stepped out of a store he was window shopping at, he immediately noticed Yuuki to his right. It would only be one more second till Yuuki ran into him, but he made a split-second decision to not dodge. For if he did, Yuuki would likely run into the kid running to the left of Taigi.

When the two of them inevitably collided, Taigi subtly adjusted both Yuuki and his own bodies so their bodies would not be in the child's path. But he slipped on some ice underneath the snow and lost his footing, making the landing messy.

"Oof."

Taigi let out a light sound as he fell to the ground from the impact, while the kid continued to run unobstructed with his eyes closed. For all his effort it seemed it was wasted, as the boy ran into a woman shortly after he passed the two teens on the ground. Taigi looked away from the sight, shaking his head.

"Sorry! I'm in a hur-- Taigi-kun?"

Taigi looked at Yuuki, not saying anything. Yuuki continued.

"Gah, sorry that I carelessly bump into you but I'm in a hurry so see you later!"

"Huh. See you then."

Taigi left Yuuki with those parting words, but from the way his classmate had hurried off, it was doubtful if he had even heard it. Still, Taigi didn't take offense.

("Wonder where he's going… Hmm, from the way he's going and considering that there's that event, it's probably the onsen.")

Taigi was aware of the free admission to the Saionji onsen, but purposely chose not to go. He wasn't usually one to turn down free things, but a free onsen admission was one of those exceptions. He didn't like it when there were a lot of people, preferring to be alone with his thoughts during such occasions.

"O-oh! What happened? Sorry I wasn't here to help."

Taigi turned his head to see his childhood friend extend a hand towards him. He followed her gaze and caught a glimpse of pain on Ayama's face. He briefly wondered what that was about, and made a guess. He took a glance at her hand and…

Picked himself up from the ground.

Taigi was heavy, despite his outer appearance. On the other hand, Ayama was lithe and a musician. He did not want to damage her hands from her pulling him up.

"It wasn't your fault. And nothing happened, I just felt like playing in the snow," Taigi grinned. "More importantly, let me hold the bags."

This time it was Taigi's turn to extend his hand.[/fieldbox]

 

[Skyswimsky]

[fieldbox= Kyouko Himura, #3DA3C2, solid]

[ December 18th, Late-Afternoon / Town of Hisakawa, Mana Kamei's Home ]

....Like Kira.

...

Kyouko gloomed silently as Sagawa excuses herself out of the room. Having lost Kira hurt. But... Kira was also a sign of her weakness. Maybe her old-self hadn't been so bad. Maybe it was right. Love was unnessecary. A waste of time. Sure, she had people she cared about and a certain love for her parents but... something like Kira. Never again.

She didn't even manage to confess. Was it a cruel joke that the moment she collected all of her courage it had already been too late? Yet another punishment? Kyouko wanted her first love to be pure, in a sense.

A sigh escaped the green-eye as she sat there. It... still hurt. A lot of things still hurt but she had to look forward. Always. Her next step would simply be... to relax? She was allowed to have fun once in a while, right?

Her very short moment of silence and peace was interrupted as her First Mate entered.

"Hmm, nice choice, Cap'n. Are you sure that stuff is waterproof though?"

Hearing Cap'n alone put a smile on her face. Mana was still the same, more or less. And seeing Sagawa and the drone-lover getting along was a plus too. Finally standing up Kyouko made a few, wobbly, steps forward. Enough of using those stupid walking canes.

"Only one way to find out." The pirate simply replied.

@Ehb
@Luma[/fieldbox]

 

[Karyra]

[fieldbox=Rei Saionji, purple, solid]

[ December 18th, Late-Afternoon / Town of Hisakawa, Saionji Hot Springs ]

At least Ryuu had been willing to go inside and wait, quietly. After a few more agonizing minutes of waiting for Yuuki to show up, students started to become rambunctious. This was why she hadn't wanted to deal with this on her own, students were stupid. One could think of them as wild animals rather than potential members of society. even some of the Yakuza had more manners than these idiots.

"Haha! Look at me, I'm, a GHOOOST!"
"I'm a GHOOOST TOOO!"

Rei could feel a migraine start to form. Where were those useless Social Morals Officers when she needed them? Clearly not where she needed them to be, apparently.

"Well isn't this great? At this rate you both are going to get to see the women's baths after all..."

After that comment a student started to strip. In the tiny lobby.

"Omigosh! Saionji-san! Someone's stripping naked right here! Perv!"
"N-no! It's not like that! Honest!"

"You all are going to settle your asses down right now or so help me you'll be begging for the Social Morals Officers to show up."

Rei even cracked her knuckles for dramatic effect.

"Remember that I'm not above kicking you all out for inappropriate behavior. This is still a private business, and we reserve the right to refuse services. Especially those that are given freely. So put your shirt back on, sir, or you'll find yourself in a lot of trouble."

Her face only cemented the fact that she can and would do so, maybe with a few knuckle sandwiches to go with them for their trouble. Hey, if the Social Morals Officers weren't going to do their jobs then there would be no problem if they didn't see Rei punch out a rowdy student or two. With the events of last week and Kira leaving -not to mention all that drama that happened right before- and now this, Rei was ready to dish out a few punches. Clean and straightforward, and no chip nonsense involved. It was too bad there was too much risk in removing the stupid thing, because with the last few incidents, Rei could swear that it would be easier to not deal with that at all.

Please hurry up with the tarp. Students are getting restless. There isn't much room in the lobby, either.
-Rei

She really hoped the tarp would work in keeping other stupid things from happening. But given how the group was currently behaving...

@Ehb @Eruantien @LowDefinition @ReiGonnaGoPunchAMan
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[Rithas]

[fieldbox= Leo Kane, #666699, solid]

[ November 9th, Afternoon / Town of Hisakawa, Fifth Street Overpass ]

"I wont let you go this time around, Leo."

He blinked.

Something inside of him clawed it's way to the surface of his heart. He wondered how long he would be able to keep it. For surely this feeling was a temporary one.

He inhaled,

"Okay."

---

[ December 18th, Late-Afternoon / Hisakwa Academy, Main School Building, First Floor Social Morals Office

Standing there, he felt terribly awkward. He was probably meant to take in the moment and such. Feel honoured and all. But...

"With this you're officially the vice-president of Hisakawa Academy now."

His eyes raised from Kokoro's to the faces of the social morals and student council students. A certain look encaptured all of them. He probably would of blushed from embarrassment if he cared for their opinions.

"So... Amane-Kaichou. Does that mean Keoni-sempai is really gone?"
"Yes. I received word that he wasn't coming back to this school several weeks ago."

He began to look in the general direction that people do when you're infront of a large crowd but your not being paid attention to. He fixaited on a small dirty patch of the office wall. A face showing enough vagueness that you could fill in the rest with your own imagination.

"But, why this guy? With all due respect, Kane-san is-"
"It's decision I have made."
"Surely, someone more capable like Kamijou-san...?"

He was certain that the student would have said "like anyone else" if he wasn't so polite. Still, that scrubby patch wasn't going to be looked at by itself.

"Kamijou-san, after discussing it with him we came to an agreement that adding the responsibilities of vice president onto him would be to much given his circumstances. Leo Kane is someone I chose personally. So, please give him a chance."

"Kamijou-sempai! Please! Say something!"

He cringed slightly, he could honestly go without the input of Michio. He wanted to get out of here before he was fourty.

"I can understand that you have some... reservations regarding our dear President's decision to name Kane-san as Vice-President. Some of you may have issues regarding his personality, and most of you will question his skill. But I, on the other hand, no longer question Amane-Kaichou's decisions, and I am not going to start again now. If she has reason to believe that Leo Kane has the capability to handle the responsibility of vice-president, then I shall not go against her wishes. Besides, as she has stated, my personal circumstances prevent me from handling a position above my current one. "

He raised an eyebrow, how much could one say "I don't have a choice" without actually saying it?

"However, if I may be allowed to speak freely, then I do not wish everyone present to disprove and deny Kane-san's capacity to lead alongside Amane-Kaichou without giving him the opportunity to do so. Let Kane-san prove not only to Amane-Kaichou but to the entire student body that he deserves the position thrust unto him by our dear President. Let us give him the chance to earn our trust and respect from now on. And let us prove to everyone that Hisakawa Academy is an institution of opportunity and its Student Council as an exemplar of justice and impartiality!"

*Snrk*

"Well Said, Kamijou-san..."

It was almost disappointing that there wasn't a golf clap. A gold star perhaps.

"I'll take the silence as indiffernece then. Fine. Remember that today's event is as the Saionji Hot Springs. So do come even if you're not there to chaperone our classmates. Dismissed."

He sensed Kokoro looking at him.

"Though of *cough* course, as the new Vice President, you'll want to dive into being *cough* involved right away, right? Leo? *cough*"

"Of...course?" He responded, his voice curltailing at the end in the way that meant 'Whatever that means."

As Kokoro montioed Michio to come closer, Leo casually begin to wander away. He was Vice-President. Whether that meant something or not, it still felt strange to think. Especially because it was the truth. What a strange sequence of events.

He smiled innocently at some of the SM members who still looked at him a little strange. As he eventually made his way outside he felt his face tingle at the cold air. He walked, his atire not suitable for the frosty outside. But he truely enjoyed the cold, so he went without a bother.

The last few weeks had been a bit of a blurr in a way. Certainly finding out what the message he ignored entailed was somewhat of a surprise. That everyone had conviently had forgotten what happened after a certain point was an annoying fact.

Still, the scars of the incident was still seen. There had been victims. Strangers 'guarded' the school.

And he was vice-president.

He had remembered Keoni once told him the duties of the vice-president once when they were still friends. He only remember that because Keoni got mad him for zoning out.

He still had no regrets about that.

@Ehb
@Accelerator

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December 18th, Late-Afternoon / Town of Hisakawa, Outside Saionji Hot Springs ]

The building coming in sight, Leo could hear the faint rambling's of students. It did not sound like a comfortable situation at the moment.

"???" He nearly tripped as he hit into someone.

He looked at the offender, realising it was Yuuki. "Oh..." Leo eyes flashed over him and what he was holding. It seemed the two of them was heading in the same direction.

A slow smiled crept onto his face. "I see..." He looked at his friend. "Didn't realise you worked at the Hot springs...." He sighed, "Some people might misunderstand."

His eyes took a cunning look, He pointed to the armband freshly pinned to his arm. "It's okay, I got a plan."


@LowDefinition
@Ehb
@Karyra[/fieldbox]

 

[Ehb]

[fieldbox= , white, solid]
[ December 18th, Late-Afternoon / Town of Hisakawa, Saionji Hot Springs, Front Lobby ][/fieldbox][fieldbox= , white, solid]

"You all are going to settle your asses down right now or so help me you'll be begging for the Social Morals Officers to show up."
"Remember that I'm not above kicking you all out for inappropriate behavior. This is still a private business, and we reserve the right to refuse services. Especially those that are given freely. So put your shirt back on, sir, or you'll find yourself in a lot of trouble."

[ "FUG DA POHLEEZ!" ]

Saionji... couldn't understand what someone had just said - it almost sounded like English but she couldn't differentiate it from actual words or mouth sounds that had been haphazardly thrown together. But it definitely sounded like a phrase of defiance.

She could only watch in awe to see how many students were now coming fourth to redeem their free admission.

But, something was off. Why wasn't her staff in yet? And where was that Tarp!?

@Karyra
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[fieldbox= Mizunohara Sagawa, turquoise, solid]

[ December 18th, Late-Afternoon / Town of Hisakawa, Mana Kamei's Home ]

"I could. But why buy one when you already keep that thing with you all the time anyway?" Sagawa retorted as rubbed her forehead. "You don't need two cars when you're going to the same place."


"Anyways, I'm ready. So I've never actually been to any hot springs before.... I wonder if they're really as relaxing as everyone says." Passing by Sagawa's comment, Mana noticed Kyouko's colored nails. "Hmm, nice choice, Cap'n. Are you sure that stuff is waterproof though?"

"Only one way to find out." She replied. Moving forward ackwardly with her still rehabilitating legs.

"Sure. Let's go. I came prepared, brought an extra towel." Sagawa said, winking at the pirate. "We can head right over."

Ah, so that explained the slightly bulkier bag Sagawa had come in with. She was already expecting to brting Kyouko along the entire time.

With that, the three left. They took their time, accounting for Kyouko's still recovering legs.

---

[December 18th, Late-Afternoon / Town of Hisakawa, Outside Saionji Hot Springs ]

The situation at the Saionji bath was absolutely crowded. Sagawa and co - like many others - were stuck outside crowding the entryway. Apparently it was so crowded inside that it was impossible to actually move any more people into the building. The dozens of students outside were openly pondering how long it would be until they'd be able to get in themselves, or considering coming back later in the evening maybe. Regardless, for many of them, coming to the hot springs was the main event in terms of what they had planned for the day. So they waited, letting their winter clothing do it's job.

Soon though, another third party began to wedge their way through the crowd to the entryway.



"Excuse us, everyone! Pardon! We're here to help out!"

Sagawa recognized that voice.

"So the social morals people are late for once? That's pretty surprising."

Yuri and co. were trying to carefully wrestle through the crowd to get into the entrance. Students tried to shuffle off to the side to make room for their their student chaperones to go through. But, given that the way in was already a rather tight space, it was a bit hard to do. Many a personal space was being violated - or rather, people were starting to have to squish into one another. Eventually, it seemed like Kyouko was in the path that the officers were trying to take through. The three could spot Yuri skillfully pass by them through the crowd. Following her was Michio, and eventually the bulk of the other officers.

Somewhere from that bulk of officers, Kyouko was taken by the shoulders and pushed aside. Sagawa caught her.

"...! Seriously!?"

Sagawa expressed her annoyance at their lack of consideration.

"Just, hang on to me Kyou. Sorry."

Sagawa apologized. She didn't anticipate it being this hectic. Neither did most other people there.


Once again, another student was pushed on by. Squishing Sagawa, Kyouko, and Mana into one another. Mana seemed like she was going to fall from this, but she was immediately being held up by another person stuck and crammed behind her and other people.

"Nnnng... This really stinks. And stop hovering that piece of junk so close to me Kamei-chan!"

It was rather deplorable. Sagawa was sandwiched between Mana and Kyouko. Due to her height, she was also starting to get somewhat engulfed be the other two. Despite her words earlier, Sagawa started to claw upwards to keep herself from sinking under.

She grabbed onto Kyouko's shoulders and started to pull on her shoulder. As Sagawa pulled herself up, Kyouko realized that the girl managed to expose her shoulder - despite all logic. Additionally, Sagawaw's head bumped into Kazami... which flew right itno Mana behind her.

"*Gasp* Sorry Kyou! I still need to breathe!"


"So-sorry! I'm sorry! I can't help it!"

Kyouko was now cheek to cheek with a male student. She was getting forcibly interlocked with this complete stranger. But even worse, she was also in the process of squishing a certain shortie and her other friend behind her. For a moment, the three girls wondered if there was even anything they could do beyond getting crushed in this situation...

@Luma
@Skyswimsky
@_Anyone
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[fieldbox= , white, solid]
[ December 18th, Late-Afternoon / Town of Hisakawa, Saionji Hot Springs, Front Lobby ]

Yuri arrived to find Rei and a profoundly stuffed entryway and waiting-room full of students and general disorder. Along with Michio and the other entourage of Social Morals officers tasked to help with today's event.

"Saionji-san, were we late? I'm certain that we were supposed start letting in students later on, right?"

Rei was aware that Yuri was right. Right about now was the time they were supposed start letting the students come in a much more orderly fashion than this.

"Well first off, lets-... ah!"

Instinctively, Yuri tilted her head. The reason became immediately apparent when Rei immediately found someone's bra slapped against their chest. The size was a little insulting too.


"...That's not good. Kamijou-san, I think for the time being we should focus on trying to clear out this room."

Since Michio and his team was responsible for the boys, it was apparent that the bra tosser was in Yuri's realm. But... as for how to clear the room:

"Since there's so many people inside, we should focus on clearing out the crowd in here and just let them get into the baths already. Despite how it looks we should be able to get everyone in here just fine. No one should be waiting in the lines outside."

Saionji couldn't argue with that. Yuri knew this place as well as any other location that the Mikado had their fingers in. But still, the tarp wasn't there yet... should she just let Yuri and the others discover it for themselves and feign ignorance?

Despite the situation outside, the Saionji Hot Springs were sizeable. The springs were set up with several baths - two main public baths for women and men, and several other smaller baths meant to cater to smaller more personal parties. The facility DID have the capacity to fit everyone. It was just that there was much more space dedicated to actual baths as opposed to space dedicated for students to stand around and wait in. Saionji letting the students in but not into the baths themselves was probably not a good idea. But, even then, there were already people who got pushed into the baths... For example: Midori, Ryuu, and Naomasa.

"Saionji-san. I presume you started letting everyone iin early so they wouldn't get cold. That's great! So let myself and Michio get everything a bit more orderly for you."

@Karyra

.....

With Michio and the other male social morals members handling the rowdy male students, one scene in the room immediately caught his eye.

"I am the Leader... RIDER RED!"
"I am the Strategist... RIDER GREEN!"

Elsewhere in the crowd, a couple of boys down to their boxers, were making sentai poses. The scene seemed intoxicating enough to get others to join in.

"I am the Lancer... RIDER SILVER!"
Said a boy as he dramatically took his shirt off with one arm.



The other various standers by were laughing and clapping at the display. Michio could see this as a grave misdemeanor against all things social morals.

"Hark! It's the evil invader! The Lone Spacer! Take this!"
'Rider Silver' launched a rolled up shirt at Michio's general direction.

@Accelerator
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[fieldbox= , white, solid]
[ December 18th, Late-Afternoon / Town of Hisakawa, Saionji Hot Springs, Women's Baths, Changing Room ]

The students in the women's changing room firmly kept their clothes on. Though they had looks of confusion as to wondering why things were looking so disorganized. Some of the boys, though originally rowdy, were uncomfortably shifting about, having stepped foot into something of a forbidden zone.

Meanwhile, Midori was fanning Ryuu on the ground. The boy had a red mark on his forehead. He'd apparently been hit by a shoe that the so called stripper had readily discarded earlier.

"Hey, Ishida-kun... shouldn't we probably let Saionji know about this? He said he was feeling a bit dizzy after being hit and needed to lay down, but I don't think that was just it."

Ishida looked down on his unfortunate compatriot. It was weird - but all of a sudden Ryuu seemed to have gotten rather eerily still all of a sudden.

Midori immediately stopped fanning and dropped the fan to her side.

"..Yeah." Midori looked at Ishida with what seemed to be a tired expression. "He might be catching some kind of fever. Can you help me get him up by the water?"

A fever. Maybe she was planning to put a wet towel on his head as a remedy. It was a bit odd, and totally against what Saionji had told them. But Ryuu's situation was very concerning. Would he help?

@zane620
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[December 18th, Late-Afternoon / Town of Hisakawa, Outside Saionji Hot Springs ]

As their sudden exchange continued, they realized just as suddenly, their little conversation had an extra observer thrown into the mix. In the corner of their eyes was a girl with dark raven hair and a a stern expression. Leo was immediately surprised to think that Kokoro had managed to track him down all the way here.

"....What?" Kokoro said as she noticed the sudden pause. "If you have a plan then let's hear it then, Vice President."

Kokoro crossed her arms, defaulting to her favorite pose.

I'm like, totally not judging you or anything. Go ahead and talk and pretend like I'm not here. I have nothing to say Teehee~!

A deformed version of Kokoro parodied herself in Leo's mind. Still, he could tell that Kokoro did have something to say. But was just waiting for her turn. Or maybe she was just trying to see if he was being earnest?



At the same time, Kokoro was eyeing over Yuuki, and the tarp he was carrying. Her expression was nothing else but Judgemental.

I bet something got really messed up over at the bath-house and you're trying to fix it aren't you?

Yuuki played out Kokoro's stern voice in their head. It felt like that was what her expression was trying to say to him.

@Rithas
@LowDefinition
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[RedArmyShogun]

[ December 18th, Late-Afternoon / Town of Hisakawa, Saionji Hot Springs, Front Lobby ]


[fieldbox= Ayame Sayato, maroon, solid]

Having arrived with Yuri, Ayame was more surprised that Yuri didn't carry out their spar now. Perhaps she would later, though Ayame was more than a bit disappointed with this, not as in she couldn't have her battle but as in she lost another chance for some answers and to officially set up the meeting for the heirs. Though this disappointment only would snowball further, arriving at the Hot Spring, the situation was totally broken, if not broken down anarchy.

Being no stranger to violence even by reputation in spite of her attempts to change, this rather brought up her greatest virtue and her greatest sin, Diligence and Wrath. A useful, if not bad combination that forced upon her the path of order. First was a flying bra, then a trio of retards down to their boxers, or at least a duo with the third working on it, throwing his shirt a Michio. Crouching in with massive speed into a silent sprint, she bursts forward through the crowd, snatching the shirt out of mid air. "ORA ORA! LISTEN UP YOU RED ASSED BABOONS!" Half debating to put the boy through a wall, she wasn't sure if that would land her in hot water, the bodyguard in place punches a wall with the outside of her left fist, to be heard over the crowd as she yells.

"The next one of you shits that undresses outside of the changing room is getting drop kicked into the snow without your stink'n clothes. If any of yah want to feel like jump'n me then Hora, Hora (Come on, come on), I'll whoop your ass here'n now. Or I'll get yah on the streets. Wanna call me Gorilla Chan then I'll drown yah in the springs.. Are you even Japanese or just this Zoo I've came into? EH!? And the three of yah put on your bloody clothes or the only thing you'll be riding is my foot inside your ass."

Taking an angry glare, it did help the girl was as tall if not a little more than some of guys, taller than most of the girls and at least by rumor a violent delinquent that somehow ended up being the last member of the radio show. Her work with the Social Morals as of late was also well known for the past few weeks.

"And before any of yah think I can't get away with this, then I'll bet you heavily eyes will be elsewhere if it means putting this madhouse in order.. Plus who doesn't like a bit of blood sport." Giving her chaotic blood knight grin Ayame turns her attention to one of the three riders. Throwing the shirt to the boy, Ayame turns her head back to Yuri and Michio, providing her bit as an enforcer to this situation. "Ara ara, got a bit carried away, you two got the rest I'm sure, or I'll find a hunk of wood, maybe a wooden sword and come back."

Turning her attention to Rei she assumed there was some sort of hold up with all of this, truthfully it would be better if the actual social morals members could get a hang of things without needing her to put someone through a wall, standing her ground for now till it was decided how things would be handled she could at least offer a hand, unknowingly guessing what the problem was.

"Aye, Rei, the hell's the hold up with this crowd, some dumb ass knocked down a wall? Need some help?"

It couldn't hurt to at least show them how to behave outside of threatening them, if they wanted into the spring so badly they should work together in making it happen.

Ungrateful shits;

Ayame thinks to herself in regards to the unfolding situation, seemingly earnest with her offer of help.


[/fieldbox]

@Accelerator @Ehb @Karyra @various others.

 

[Oblivion666]

[fieldbox="Naomasa Ishida, #663c0c, solid"]

[ December 18th, Late-Afternoon / Town of Hisakawa, Saionji Hot Springs, Women's Baths, Changing Room ]

Well he knew life was a unpredictable thing, something that always threw a curve ball at you when you least expect it. So far it appeared that today Rei was having that curve ball being pitched at her. Students getting rowdy was one thing yet they seemed to be getting too rowdy for their own good. He was debating stepping up to help try calm the masses when out of nowhere, someone's shirt hit him in the face. This startled him enough to jump backwards into the women's changing room, which he only realized once he threw the shirt back out the door.

If you looked at his face you could see the guilt and shame written on his face in a bright red color, which would slowly fade once other males and females had no choice but to enter themselves with how packed it was getting. Yet what was more worrying was the clear chaos that was going off outside the changing room. For starters he heard Rei tell the one who threw his shirt at him to put his clothes back on or he would get kicked out. This was followed by something he couldn't quite understand, yet could tell that it was a clear challenge to do it. Then Midori and Ryuu were in with Ryuu having a red mark on his forehead from probably more clothing being discarded.

He would be set on the ground where Midori began fanning him. He couldn't help but look down on his best friend, feeling he got the short straw in what could have hit you in the face today.

"Hey, Ishida-kun... shouldn't we probably let Saionji know about this? He said he was feeling a bit dizzy after being hit and needed to lay down, but I don't think that was just it."

He looked at his best friend once again, wanting to tell Rei this. Only problem was he could hear the chaos growing and the chance Rei could even get to them with how packed it was, might have been slim.

"That might be a bit hard to do at the moment...." he replied to Midori looking a bit worried about his friend who was on the ground in need of some aid, only to have what felt like the entire student body crammed into one place. He only began debating ramming through the crowd when Ryuu suddenly became still, too still for any comfort. Hearing what she said next didn't even cause him to hesitate. For his best friend's health, he would risk Rei's wrath and proceeded to give Midori a nod before bending down and surprisingly scooping his best friend up. He let out a deep breath before taking the steps towards the area for the door to the hot springs itself. He threw a look at Midori as to ask if she could open the doorway for him. Hopefully Rei wouldn't be mad at them. After all it was for Ryuu's sake!
@Ehb [/fieldbox]

 

[darnerdemons]

[fieldbox=Vitri Steele, b35900, solid]

[18th of December, Late-Afternoon, Town of Hisakawa, Outside Saionji Hot Springs ]

As he expected, having heard they were giving a free hot springs trip a large amount of people wanted to take theirs at around late afternoon. Is Rei doing well inside? Surely this is too many people even for her to handle at once. Let's see, anyone else around i know? He thought as his hands parted people around them with light taps and simple "Excuse me." spoken.

The huge mass of people was trouble even for him to slowly make his way through and past, surely anyone smaller must have it far worse. Then a familiar item caught his eye. That's... Wasting no time he pushed his way forward with nothing short of a scowl on his face with worry for his friend.

"Oi, mana! You alright over there?!" The man called out, people in front beginning to notice his presence and how he was pushing students to the side to make room for his path. Quickly they started to part for him save for those who kept sandwiching Kamei and her friends, the desperate ones who wanted to get in the springs as soon as possible. "Hey, move aside you punks near the drone! Give them some breathing room!" His voice came out amongst the crowd of others, a loud and more strength filled tone, a direct threat to those who didn't move almost. Along with it, an obvious change in tone from formal polite speech to more casual and almost yakuza type. They didn't make room however and continued to push against each other and in turn, his friend Mana and her friends. At least until he got closer.

"Σας είπα να κινηθείτε." The man slipped out in annoyed tone to the bastards that were surrounding his friend and her drone. The words hardly recognizable but the tone more than enough to scare the students around them to give some room. "Μη τους προκαλέσετε άλλα προβλήματα." He spoke once more in foreign dialect with a harsh sharp glare at the students, in turn they moved backwards in the line just to avoid being near him.

"You gals ok?" He asked the group after having made room for Mana, Mizu, and Kyouko. "This place is crowded all the way to the end! I'm glad they let me through to y'all." Of course they didn't just 'let' him through, it was clear he made a few enemies today with the dark glares he was getting from the people around them, much to him not noticing though...or maybe not caring. "Tell me if I should talk to the others around to get more space if it's crowded. Once the flood of people in the lobby are dealt with we should be able to get inside..right?"

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[fieldbox= Iwasawa Yuuki, #339966, solid]

December 18th, Late Afternoon / Town of Hisakawa , Outside Saionji Hot Springs

Yuuki continued to run through the streets of Hisakawa, carrying the tarp to cover the broken down wall that separates the woman and man's section of the hot springs. He heard an incoming message and decided to read it.

Please hurry up with the tarp. Students are getting restless. There isn't much room in the lobby, either.
-Rei

Yuuki continued to run although slower as he read the message, not noticing the obstacle that is just ahead of him. He bumped the obstacle, although not as hard as he did before when he bumped Taigi. He looked at what the obstacle was, it was Leo.

"Oh..." There was an awkward silence between Yuuki and Leo. It seemed that both of them are heading to the same destination.

"I see... Didn't realise you worked at the Hot springs...." Leo sighed, "Some people might misunderstand." Yuuki kept his silence, trying to figure out if Leo had an idea that Yuuki and Rei might actually started dating or something.

Leo then pointed to his armband that signified that he's the Vice Prez of Hisakawa student council. "It's okay, I got a plan."

A plan...? Yuuki wondered, but he shouldn't waste any more time to deal with Leo and get going to the Hot Springs and fix the whole mess.

"I... appreciate the offer but I really need to get go--" Yuuki turned his eyes and then saw the student council president, Kokoro Amane. Which stopped what he's about to say and do.

"....What? If you have a plan then let's hear it then, Vice President."

Kokoro eyed over Yuuki and the tarp he was carrying. Seemingly judging that Yuuki is responsible for something at the hot springs. He looked away from the judgemental gaze.

". . . Goddamnit." Yuuki muttered, he didn't continue to walk to the hot springs. Wondering if Leo's plan could probably be something good and worth the wait.

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[fieldbox= Kamijou Michio, plum, solid]

When Michio and the rest of the Social Morals Officers arrived, the Saionji Hot Springs looked more like an evacuation center with how crowded the place was with students. It had seemed that most of them could no longer brave the cold climate outside and chose to enter the building when Rei and her staff weren't ready to receive any of the overly eager customers yet. The result was this messy scenario of students literally akin to a pack of sardines as they pushed and squirmed with each other for every bit of space they could get their hands on.

Were it not for the authority they held, Michio doubted that the Social Morals Officers could have gotten in as easy (if one could call it that) as they did. He even spotted Mana, Sagawa, and Kyouko being part of the fray but his hands were tied right now and frankly, with Kokoro's right hand with him, he didn't want to show any sort of favoritism to anyone in particular lest he wants them to be a target of the Yakuza's watchful eye. Then again, even if he decided to help, he wouldn't be surprised if Sagawa and Kyouko would rather stay cramped in that difficult position rather than accept his help. It was... a regrettable situation at the very least. Mana would have to find somebody to bail her out of that other than him.

Immediately, his "commanding officer" laid out a plan to sort this mess out, suggesting that they get to putting people in the baths to clear out the crowd in the hallways. It was sensible, but what didn't make sense was Rei letting people inside without letting them in the baths. Formalities aside, the hot springs should have been clean enough as is to cater to patrons even before the students arrived. Rei would have decided to let them use the baths the moment she realized how crowded it was going to get so this didn't make sense unless something major had come up to prevent her from taking that action.

Well enough of that, right now it was time to organize the students and put them into baths. Or that was the plan. Immediately, he noticed a couple of male students put on an unwanted display dressed only in their boxers. Not only was it shameless but it was also a breach on anything Social Morals as well as common etiquette when visiting establishment such as this. Add to the fact that this is an establishment with ties to the Yakuza, Michio decided that it was damn time to put a stop to their antics not just for the sake of the unwilling spectators in the area but for the delinquents' own as well. The least they could get away with after such rude behavior would be a few death threats but that was assuming that there were anyone else affiliated with the Yakuza in this place aside from the ones he already knew.

"Alright, Saionji-san, I hope you don't mind if we take charge he--" His sentence was interrupted when another guy joined the Pervert Rangers, as he would start referring to them henceforth, took off his shirt, rolled it up, and threw it straight at him. Judging by its trajectory, the "Lancer" of the group, as he referred to himself, was deliberately aiming for his head.

With the amount of training he had received, he was confident that he could catch the shirt, fold it neatly, and slam it back on Rider Silver's face before anyone of them could say "Rider" again but Ayame decided to take the shirt, and matters into her own hands as she intercepted it from midair.

Like a rabid beast growling angrily towards the Pervert Rangers, she told them off, stating the consequences of any further shenanigans, complete with the blood lust in her words and the murderous look in her eyes. Michio was impressed that she managed to keep herself from just beating the crap out of these guys from the get go, but he couldn't blame her with the amount of witnesses in the area. Still, for that same reason, his hands were a bit tied and his options were limited to what he could do to them so he appreciated Ayame's initiative of putting things in order.

Even after realizing that she may have gotten a bit overboard, Michio didn't hesitate to give her an appreciative nod in response. Afterwards, he turned his attention to the three delinquents. If even after Ayame's death threats didn't faze them, then his next action would. The "Lone Spacer" as they called him, suddenly closed the distance between them within the span of a few seconds and glared at them face to face. Any person unaffiliated with the Yakuza would feel intimidated at the very least after seeing the murderous intent in his eyes that was coupled by an unsettling grin.

"You heard her. No more of this shameless exhibition. Quite frankly, I'm not confident I can stop Sayoto-san in time before she sends you to the hospital. I realize that this is an exciting opportunity for all of us but please refrain from disturbing the peace and sanctity of this place. Otherwise, you'll be suspended but that would be the least of your worries. Remember, I cannot guarantee your safety."

The message was clear. "Do that again, and Sayoto Ayame would not be your only problem."

Having said that fair bit of warning, Michio backed off from the trio and began working on sorting everyone out by putting them inside the baths. He was briefed by the schematics of the place beforehand so he knows that the hot springs could indeed cater to everyone but as mentioned earlier, something must have gone wrong to prevent Rei from letting anyone in on the baths. He was about to ask around when he overheard Ayame mentioning a broken wall. That explains the hold up.

Michio then sent one of the social morals officers under his command to do some reconnaissance with the baths. After he came back, the officer mentioned that the smaller baths functional but the main bath had a damaged wall. After another thankful nod, Michio cleared his throat and began shouting in a loud and stern voice to get everyone's attention.

"Can I have all male students form a single file line on the left side. I'll start letting the guys into smaller baths but only in an orderly fashion. Please try to avoid forming groups with people you know at the moment as this would only hinder our progress and prolong this situation. Think of it as an opportunity to get to meet people outside of your circle of friends." Michio announced. Immediately afterward, the other SMO's began sorting through the students and guiding the guys to form a single line. Hopefully they'd be able to at least free up enough space to make things comfortable for everyone, or get them enough breathing room at the very least.

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[fieldbox= Kyouko Himura, #3DA3C2, solid]

[December 18th, Late-Afternoon / Town of Hisakawa, Outside Saionji Hot Springs]
Annoying.

Sagawa was clearly underestimating when she had said that the entire class was going. Rather: the entire school was going. Despite the mass of people things were relatively calm until some clowns started to start some ruckus somewhere. The blonde didn't pay them too much attention as they weren't behaving rather retarded than awesome. Still, getting pushed around here and there didn't do that great on her leg. Even so, Kyouko managed.

Her attention shifted when the too-late Social Morals people entered the scene however. In fact, her eyes narrowed onto Michio. Nothing but anger. It didn't help that she couldn't figure him out either. Despite their... differences... Michio was treating the blonde still friendly in some ways. Was it some form of respect? Or simply some sort of 'I don't deal with vermin'-attitude? Was Kyouko, to him, just as unimportant as all these other faceless morons? If that was the case... no. It did not matter. Having openly refused his birthday present Kyouko she still had a score to settle.

Ultimately, for now, Kyouko didn't get too much time for malicious feelings as the situation suddenly escalated. Someone grabbed, or pushed, her. Usually not that much of a problem the fact still remained that Kyouko was still hurt. Though, luckily, was quickly grabbed by Sagawa.

"Th-"

Things didn't end there however. Not even able to express her thanks Kyouko found herself, most likely because of the social morals making space for themselves, being pushed even tighter. Too tight, in fact as Sagawa became the meat of a Kyouko-Mana sandwich.

Time continued ticking as Kyouko felt like some sort of rag-doll. Sagawa stripping Kyouko wasn't even that bad considering what she went through just a few weeks ago. Being in way-too-fucking-close contact with a complete stranger was worse yet still not the end of the world. No, the worst was trying to stand firm to not completely crush whatever was left behind her. With pressure on certain muscles and the feeling of legs and feet brushing here and there the strain she felt increased in pain.

It was then that Kyouko had enough. Even a wounded animal could still bite. As much as Sagawa's presence calmed her in a sense there was, in the end, only so much she could take.

Mobilizing every muscle cell in her body to break free from those in front and besides her Kyouko roared out in unison with Vitri, who now also made an appearance. "YOU FOOLS!" She started, focusing her entire attention on making her body work like she wanted.

"Get out of my fucking way or I'll end every single one of you." For a second, Kyouko wondered, what had happened anyways? In a sense, the pirate was infamous at school and people kept their distance by default. Did her getting tortured beaten up change that? Not like the blonde cared what others thought about her but everybody making space on their own accord had its advantages. If anything, she was bothered more by Sagawa thinking ill of her than the Social Morals being around.

Just as Kyouko grabbed the guy that smooched with her cheek seconds earlier, as most people finally gave them some space or moved into line, to make an example out of him she heard a familiar voice.

"You gals ok?"

"..." Right... he was around too. In fact, finally having some breathing room, Kyouko realized that his greek witch-speak helped too.

Kyouko winced in pain as her body suddenly relaxed thanks to their new attained freedom - enough for the random person she still had a hold off to break free and run away. Shit. Though, in the end, it was probably for the better.

Giving herself a few seconds of silence Kyouko finally replied. "I'm alr-" But then quickly turned around, ensuring herself of their safety while still being half-exposed.


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[fieldbox= Leo Kane, #666699, solid]

[December 18th, Late-Afternoon / Town of Hisakawa, Outside Saionji Hot Springs]

Just as Yuuki began to speak, Leo couldn't help but spot someone in the corner of his eye.

"I... appreciate the offer but I really need to get go--"
"....What? If you have a plan then let's hear it then, Vice President."

He wondered if she just waited around corners waiting to suddenly enter the scene.

"Oh...well-" He heard Yuuki frustration under his breath. Before looking at him to see what his plan was like.

Leo suddenly regretted saying anything. "Can't anyone just say they have a plan..." He mumbled under his breath.

"Well the plan was to, uh, following the tendencies of the student council." His voice became a little hushed. "You know...keep mentioning your on the student council and saying the words 'Safety regulations' so that no one actually pays attention to you and then we would just walk in...because people really don't...."

He coughed.

"You know how it goes."

His expression changed. His aura of mischeviousness reappearing.

"Well now that you are here Kokoro. There is of course plan B" He raised a finger. "Giving you the tarp. You shall simply crowdsurf among that mess of students. Because whose's not going to let the student president crowdsurf?" He smiled. "In fact, they'll be amazed by it that they'll never question why. It'll just be the thing that people will go 'Remember the time the student council crowdsurfed!?!' and then they'll highfive over how awesome it was."

"It's all about making memories you know?"

He shivered somewhat, his sixth sense told him potential fun was being destoryed by crazy people somewhere close.

"Might be one or two overly ethuastic..." his voice trailed off, his mind going to some strange conclusions.

"But, you know, we can't waste Yuuki's time." He looked towards his tarp holding friend. "Right buddy?" Leo shrugged, before turning back to Kokoro. "So why don't we just go around the back enterance this building surely has. That you probably (Definitely) have access to."

He glanced towards the somehow increasing chaos that was the Hot Springs'.

"Cause otherwise....well...safety regulations."

He paused, "And now you can say something that makes my whole point invalid."

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