[ she takes a step closer, probably starting to invade Rika's bubble by now. Ange didn't mean to appear intimidating, but it's not like she was holding back either. ]
You can't tell me there's no connection with a name like that! [ huffs one more ] Don't tell me you're an amnesiac and that's why she's using you.
[ He rubs his chin thoughtfully, thinking about what she said. They uncovered the secret behind the conspiracy to destroy Hinamizawa, after all, so he's confident in their ability to uncover the truth behind this place as well. ]
I think one of the things we should do is get to know some of the other students. Some of them might be useful allies.
[ The way he says some of them indicates that he's not quite sure what to make of the rest. ]
[ She probably doesn't realize that he now knows who Hanyuu is, just like he doesn't realize that might be something that would surprise her. He's more worried about their current situation. ]
That's right. If we're working together, then there's no way we'll lose.
[ Just like the June that he remembers. He gives her hair another gentle tousle because why not? It's Rika, and it'll probably never get old to him. ]
[ He seems surprised by her comment, then thinks about it for a moment. He's already teaching one of the other students how to play some games, so maybe the club is just what they need.
He smiles broadly, finally taking his hand off of her head. It's her fault for appealing to his weakness for moe just by existing, really. ]
That's a good idea. It won't quite be the same since we don't have everyone, but it'll still be fun, right?
[He refrains from saying, "It might be better that way," since his own thoughts have been hovering around that idea for a while now, but he realizes that it can be inappropriate.
It's normal to want to have someone close, isn't it?]
I just wasn't paying attention so it's nothing to fuss over. I appreciate your kindness. Did you want to look around to see if we can find anyone you recognize?
[Oh wait.]
[He raises a hand a little nervously.]
Obviously, I'm also a stranger so you might be uncomfortable with that so I understand if you do not want to...
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[ she'll beam at him in return. ]
Re: Minato
You give me strength, Leader.
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[ especially with her friends being killed in front of her. ]
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[ He crouches down slowly to get a better look at her. He's not sure really what to say to make her feel better.]
I think I know how you feel... it's really easy to feel... but you know... everyone has... their own way of giving strength.
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...Did you die as well?
[ This place may be some sort of afterlife or limbo perhaps. ]
My friends taught me that it's best to not shoulder all the weight on my shoulders. I thought I could protect them myself.
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[ Wow that was really an upfront way of asking, wasn't it. ]
That's... kind of what I did myself... now they... can live their lives... It's better that way.
[ He bends down and reaches out to ruffle her hair. ]
I bet... your friends know you only wanted to keep them safe...
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[ She'll wave her arms apologetically, but stops once he says 'live their lives'. ]
Ah...
Yes, live out their lives...
[ He really did know how she felt after all. ]
I only just told them about it this time and we still ended up dying.
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Ange
Mii... is that so...
I'm not sure what you're talking about, I'm here because I want to contact my friends.
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[ it sounded more like a statement than a question, her tone still cold and guarded ]
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Not at all.
I'm just a lost cat. nya nya~
[ she'll do the cat pose and gesture like a cat does ]
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Stop messing around! If you're not actually Bernkastel, then tell me where she is!
[ not that she actually wanted to see her, but her presence might shed some light on this whole situation ]
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Mii, I'm sorry.
I don't know any person named Bernkastel. I'm Rika Furude, not Bernkastel.
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You can't tell me there's no connection with a name like that! [ huffs one more ] Don't tell me you're an amnesiac and that's why she's using you.
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[ Too close, welp. ]
So you're saying we're in a game right now?
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Keiichi
[ She'll frown a bit, discouraged by this news. However, there was still a chance like he said. They'll have to stick together. ]
Though it seems some of the doors are locked, it makes me wonder what the people are keeping from us.
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I think one of the things we should do is get to know some of the other students. Some of them might be useful allies.
[ The way he says some of them indicates that he's not quite sure what to make of the rest. ]
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Better to ask for help than targeting the problem on our own accord.
[ She'll nod, though she still wonders just how they got there. Was it Hanyuu's influence? ]
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That's right. If we're working together, then there's no way we'll lose.
[ Just like the June that he remembers. He gives her hair another gentle tousle because why not? It's Rika, and it'll probably never get old to him. ]
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That means, we should recruit people. The more numbers we have, we may be able to get out of here.
I wonder if it's possible to have clubs here.
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He smiles broadly, finally taking his hand off of her head. It's her fault for appealing to his weakness for moe just by existing, really. ]
That's a good idea. It won't quite be the same since we don't have everyone, but it'll still be fun, right?
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Natsume
Mii.
[ She retracts her hand from his head feeling like it did more harm than good. Though she'll smile apologetically at the boy. ]
I'm sorry if I scared you. Yes, I am sadly. Separated from my friends, I'm not sure if they're even here.
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It's normal to want to have someone close, isn't it?]
I just wasn't paying attention so it's nothing to fuss over. I appreciate your kindness. Did you want to look around to see if we can find anyone you recognize?
[Oh wait.]
[He raises a hand a little nervously.]
Obviously, I'm also a stranger so you might be uncomfortable with that so I understand if you do not want to...
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Mii, that's fine really. I'm glad to have help. I'll pay you back by helping you find your own friends, yes?