I guess I'm just curious about you. ｢(ﾟﾍﾟ) What I remember from that timeline isn't really a whole lot to go on and the only person I have to ask is Homura-chan but that might not be for the best!
No trouble at all, it was nice having the chance to talk to her. (・∀・ )!
I know that might not mean a lot to hear from me personally and I understand, but I would like for us to have an... understanding about one another. If that's okay, of course. I wouldn't want you to think I'm trying to force this on you either.
Nothing big. [ A slight lie. ] It's just... I don't know how to deal with something. I could ask one of the others, but that might be kinda awkward right now.
[ Hopefully it sounds like normal teenage girl problems, and not something as big as it actually is. She doesn't even know where she's going with this; all she knows is that if she hangs around the bakery, she'll inevitably have to deal with Madoka or Kyouko asking questions — or worse, showing up with Mami herself. That's not what she wants. ]
Oriko-san, good morning. I hope you're settling in well up here. It's really something else, huh?
I know this is sudden, but would you like to meet up tomorrow? I just returned from a mission where we managed to secure some really nice tea. I thought maybe we could speak again, like we did back in the city.
[He sounds tired; since their return to the Transport Pad in the wake of massive stupidity, he's barely been in their dorm pod for more than an hour or two.]
Oriko... [Heavy breath in, out.] I just got--messages. Dead Initiative member messages.
[The sound of fabric moving, then, more quietly.] Let's hope this mutiny served its purpose, shall we? [He's not exactly hopeful.] Though I dunno how much I trust everyone, under the circumstances. [It's not a nice feeling, to not know who the hell is nursing ideas like armed mutiny at the worst possible timing.]
[Unlike him, she's been sequestering herself whenever possible to the room, taking advantage of the quiet to stew in her anger, her frustration. The side effect of other roommates clearing out of the space, of course, is that she often has the dormitory to herself now.]
What...?
Where did you get them from?
[Why hadn't she known this was happening?
The mutiny she leaves alone now for her; it angers her enough already.]
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And if you'd like, we could talk some more.
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Good afternoon.
What sort of cake is it?
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A sponge with pineberry filling, which are fruits that sort of look like strawberries but taste like a very sweet pineapple.
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Was there something you wanted to talk about?
You did meet Kirika.
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I figured we could perhaps continue our conversation, or perhaps I could tell you more about this most recent timeline.
Mm, I did. I might have ran into her when I wasn't paying attention. (￣▽￣);
text; madoka please you big cute baby
I see.
It is not my timeline. Does what became of me have such bearing on further discussion?
I hope she didn't cause you any trouble.
I'll see if she would like to stay in the apartment when we see each other this time.
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I guess I'm just curious about you. ｢(ﾟﾍﾟ) What I remember from that timeline isn't really a whole lot to go on and the only person I have to ask is Homura-chan but that might not be for the best!
No trouble at all, it was nice having the chance to talk to her. (・∀・ )!
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Homura Akemi cares very much about keeping you safe. Sometimes there is a cost for protection.
Then, if we must meet, we should make it soon. I would hate to keep your curiosity waiting, since you indulged mine.
It was? [Sorry Kirika, but she is genuinely surprised by that.]
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Oh! Thank you, and whenever might be best for you. My schedule is pretty open on the weekends and in the afternoons.
Yeah, I never got the chance to meet her either so it was interesting getting to know her.
text;
[How lucky for her that this is text. That gives her time just to stare at the screen in contemplation, slowly fracturing.] Kirika's a good girl.
It is not so late. We could meet today, tomorrow if it suits you. Where? Good faith: I chose the last place.
text; and here too
[ never mind that it's about her... ]
Mm, she is! I was really happy to meet a friend of yours! ヽ(‘ ∇‘ )ノ
Oh! We can meet at the Hold, if you'd like. They have nice rooms that we can use and today would be great.
come here tiny pink baby
And that is a wise choice. [It's neutral ground, and few Transports would bother coming in and out.]
Why don't I see about an electric kettle?
I do not think this is a game, Madoka Kaname, but if it is...
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I know that might not mean a lot to hear from me personally and I understand, but I would like for us to have an... understanding about one another. If that's okay, of course. I wouldn't want you to think I'm trying to force this on you either.
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I hope that we are able to reach an understanding, at least between the two of us.
I'll see you at the Hold.
hi shay surprise
oriko, right? hey
we never got a chance to talk much with all that stuff going on before, but we should totally hang out sometime. let me know if youre up for it okay?
how sad is it when one of the first people to ever ask you to hang out is sayaka
Miki-san, is it?
This is a surprise! I didn't think you would contact me. I take this to mean you would prefer an meeting that didn't involve disaster.
it's not that sad!! (ok maybe it is)
but yeah, you got it. i promise nothing bad will happen this time. magical girl sayaka-chan is looking out for you! ᕦ(･ω･ˇ)ᕤ
[ she's in a kawaii mood ok ]
it is profoundly sad she is the most tragic bc of this txt it
Oriko wonders a lot of things about Sayaka.]
I wasn't worried about that!
I'm flattered. Let's meet, then.
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alright!! where are you right now? ill head over
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What? Now?
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1/2
Let's meet outside the library.
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She walked away from this text message and got a faceful of premonition.]
My apologies, Miki-san.
Something has come up.
We'll have to postpone this meeting.
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god oriko it's like you're trying to live up to your butterbug name ]
dont worry about it. just let me know when youre free okay?
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Yes.
Until then.
text; pretend this is the 24th thanks
what kind of cupcakes do you like??
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Hello, Mr. Souma.
I don't think you'd ask such a question without any intent.
Nothing too rich. Maybe some sort of crumb flavor.
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i'm at the bakery, is all. thought about picking up doughnuts, but i might as well offer an option, right?
i'll pick up a crumb cake. will you be home?
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Thank you for being so thoughtful. If you pick up anything extra, I'll pay you.
let's do the thing (also voice)
[ She trails off, unsure of what to say. She doesn't want to lie, exactly, but being honest might raise more questions than she wants to answer. ]
ughhh here it comes
Miki-san? What is it that's troubling you?
the butterocalypse
[ Hopefully it sounds like normal teenage girl problems, and not something as big as it actually is. She doesn't even know where she's going with this; all she knows is that if she hangs around the bakery, she'll inevitably have to deal with Madoka or Kyouko asking questions — or worse, showing up with Mami herself. That's not what she wants. ]
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She wonders.]
If you think that I can help.
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... I just need somewhere to stay. For a few hours, at least.
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If that's what you like, you should come.
[Now, to find out what's made her so dismayed.]
shay do u wanna log this
Then she just sighs. ]
Thanks.
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I know this is sudden, but would you like to meet up tomorrow? I just returned from a mission where we managed to secure some really nice tea. I thought maybe we could speak again, like we did back in the city.
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I hope to not get too settled for now.
Is there something you wish to speak about, Madoka Kaname? I hardly think you'd take the time for idle chatter now.
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If I don't take the time, I'll wear myself down to nothing. Sometimes when you pause and take your time, you get to see the bigger picture.
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What is the bigger picture? I hope in your philosophy you have found one.
voice, 21st, around 7am;
Oriko... [Heavy breath in, out.] I just got--messages. Dead Initiative member messages.
[The sound of fabric moving, then, more quietly.] Let's hope this mutiny served its purpose, shall we? [He's not exactly hopeful.] Though I dunno how much I trust everyone, under the circumstances. [It's not a nice feeling, to not know who the hell is nursing ideas like armed mutiny at the worst possible timing.]
voice;
What...?
Where did you get them from?
[Why hadn't she known this was happening?
The mutiny she leaves alone now for her; it angers her enough already.]
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[Okay, so he didn't 'just' get it. But he's only 'just' getting enough control of himself to talk to her about this, so whatever.
A pause, then he forwards two messages to her.]
Guilt tactics, obviously, but... [But he thinks she should have them, too.]
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AI is prepped for travel as well, and should be waiting in one of the drives by the computers.
Be safe.
[date of receipt: 1 day prior to your ic mission.]