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[keepersouha]

[Journal]

... You know, maybe I should really get out more often.

I just wish it could be without the guard around, all the time. I know why Noriko wants me to stay protected, and it does help with taking care of Sumiho, just...

It feels a little stifling, I guess?

[Event]

*Souha can be found at the park. With or without their small toddler child.

But irregardless of that, someone else is also nearby-- a Samasu with black and blue hair that covers their eyes, clearly standing guard over the firestarter.*

Comments

[theheadmonarch]

Did I forget to rescind an order? I think I gave that for a more concerning situation...

; . ;

[keepersouha]

They've been following me every time I leave home, Noriko.

[theheadmonarch]

Y-you could of mentioned this sooner.

[keepersouha]

I thought they were doing their job.

I mean, Sumiho likes them well enough, but...

[theheadmonarch]

Sorry!

I'll tell them to attend you as needed. I think things have gotten better. So. You don't need constant protection.

SORRY!

[keepersouha]

... it's fine, Noriko. It just got... a little overbearing, that's all.

That and they're not exactly great for conversation holding just yet.

[theheadmonarch]

Maybe I should go a few rounds with them and 'upgrade' them, maybe.

Or just tell them to work on conversational skills.

[keepersouha]

... I mean.

Whichever works out better?

[theheadmonarch]

Yes.

But I'll make sure you can go out on your own terms, dahling.

This is an equal (within reason) relationship, you should of told me. :(

[Event]

[azuremagma]

At the park, without your kid. He tilts his head curiously at you. The guard. ... meanders over, waving and grinning.

"Souha?"

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[keepersouha]

*what the-- looks up, while the guard goes on a wary stance*

... You're... *... they have to actually think for a good moment, it's been so long!*

... You're that Azure Flame guy.

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[azuremagma]

He laughs, waving at the guard as he plops next to you.

"Yeah, Cyril. It's been years. Guessin' ya were mostly busy with yer wife an' if ya were out 'n 'bout, I was prolly 'oled up in the 12 Dimensions."

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[keepersouha]

*the guard isn't sure if they should retaliate or what, but Souha notices the reaction, and while there's slight uncertainty, they tell them to stand down.*

Cyril. Right, that was the name you ended up having. Sorry, it tends to be... hard to remember some details more than others.

I think the last time I really saw you, you dragged me into a Riding Duel or something, and I ended up glitching the system by using a field spell.

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[azuremagma]

"Yeah, that's fine. 'sjust the name I'm usin' currently. Sure it'll change in a decade or so, dependin' on 'ow fast it all goes."

He grins widely, swiveling from the guard to you, then nods.

"Ah, yeah. It didn't like it. 'ell, I dun think any o' my new cards 're gonna play nice with the system."

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[keepersouha]

Well... Whatever works as a name.

*they take a breath, trying to calm themselves down at the. surprise of you being here. You were well more friendly with that other one, so...*

And I wouldn't know. I don't keep up with Riding Duel technology. Never would use it, so...

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[azuremagma]

All Samasus are my friends!

"Yeah, it's... just so old now." He sighs. "Which is a damn shame, I loved e'rythin' 'bout it."

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[keepersouha]

I didn't, but to be fair, I'm very much the last one who should be giving an opinion about dueling methods and the sort.

Least those Action Duels have been fun for Sumiho to watch. *Who?*

[Event]

[longingfreesia]

Kotori is taking a walk through the park with Yuma, walking hand-in-hand with him, enjoying the autumn sights. She then spots Souha with Sumiho and her face lights up. She gestures to Yuma that she's going over to them, before letting go of Yuma's hand and walking over. Yuma curiously follows behind her.*

Souha-san! How are you? And how's little Sumiho?

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[keepersouha]

-- oh! Miss Mizuki. I'm doing fine.

*Sumiho, meanwhile, hides behind Souha's legs. ... but then also gives a little wavey hi at you.*

... Sumiho is doing fine, too.

(1/2)

[longingfreesia]

*Kotori gives Sumiho a friendly smile and a little wave back to him.*

I'm really glad you're both doing good! I was just out on a walk with my boyfriend, so I thought I'd come over to say hi!

*She then turns to look at Yuma who is stood behind her.*

Yuma, this is Souha-san. I dueled him a little while ago when I was looking for opponents to practise against and this is his son, Sumiho.

(2/2)

[kattobingore]

Hey! It's nice to meet ya!

*Yuma then looks down at Sumiho, giving him a big grin.*

Hey! Sumiho!

*Poor Yuma must look like a giant to him!*

[keepersouha]

*you really do to him! he... he waves a little at Yuma, but stays hiding behind Souha's legs.

Meanwhile the guard SEEMS to be looking at the both of you, but... since they've seen Kotori before, they decide it's not an issue.*

Nice to meet you too, Mr.... Do you have a surname?

[kattobingore]

Oh! Yeah! I'm Tsukumo, Yuma!

*Yuma then notices the guard nearby who is watching them.*

Er, this guy a friend of yours?

[keepersouha]

Not exactly "friend", but I guess it's close enough. She's my bodyguard.

*wait, that's a girl? ... you guess they must be if Souha says it, but wow, they're kinda really ambiguous with their eyes covered like that.*

Don't mind them, though. They're... Not really much for talking at all.

It's nice to meet you though, Mr. Tsukumo.

[kattobingore]

A-ah! Sorry! I didn't mean to call them a guy!

*He panics for a moment over that.*

But, er... bodyguard? Are you in trouble or something??