“I sure don't. Answer accepted, though. Thank you.”

Oh? Someone's at the door. You have about four guesses as to who, admittedly hesitating a bit before answering the door with your usual deadpan expression. “Oh, Monika. How... are you?”

You could be so mean here... “Do you have a favorite of the four mask monsters you created?” And you will be-

jamcat Writing MC while physically dissociated is a feeling.

... 💧 You can't waaaaaiiiiit...

Fair? Something feels wrong about that word in this context... It's not like there's a lot of places you can be anyway. You're either at school, at home, or walking from one place to the other. ...which, unfortunately, you're doing right now.

You plead the fifth. Or whatever the equivalent in the United Prefectures of Japanada or wherever you live is in the world-

Something, or someone, feels intense dread right now.

"𝙃𝙚𝙧𝙚'𝙨 𝙈𝙤𝙣𝙞𝙠𝙖'𝙨 𝙬𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙞𝙥 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙙𝙖𝙮!" 🎼𝙷𝚎𝚊𝚍𝚌𝚊𝚗𝚘𝚗/𝙰𝚄 𝙿𝚘𝚛𝚝𝚛𝚊𝚢𝚊𝚕🎼 | #DDLCRP | #MVRP | #SFW | #NSFW | #BSKYRP | "𝘿𝙤𝙣'𝙩 𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙜𝙚𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙗𝙖𝙘𝙠 𝙪𝙥 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙨𝙖𝙫𝙚𝙨!"

Aww- that's... that's not good in multiple ways. You wander over, pulling out a handkerchief to wipe those tears away. “Hey, don't beat yourself up over it, okay? Baking's more like... science than cooking is. Right down to timing.” You pause, checking to see if there's enough ingredients 》

Oh, dear... you can smell them from your room. You go to check up on Nat, peeking around the corner. “...you doing alright in here..?” ‘Real smooth, MC,’ you think to yourself... you could've come up with something better.

...you have dreams, too, but you prefer not to talk about them. You put stock in everyone else's, though. They all sound cool.

Oh, gracious. “I see... I'm sure everyone will enjoy that.” And, even if you'd never admit it yourself, so will you. “Just don't overexert yourself, okay?”

Of all people, you're the one who gets away with contesting her cuteness... “That's fair. Anyone in particular getting love-bombed by you? Anyone I know?” Perhaps, you were feeling a little mischievous. Just a little.

Why is there so much happening lately, you wonder? Surely it was just coincidence. A trip, Valentine's Day, moving to Kalos for the foreseeable future... Your life is far from boring, now.

“Arguably false. Also Valentine's Day, I guess? I dunno, I've never been to into it...”

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“That could be nice. Is there anything that Kalos doesn't have lots of, and vice versa for our home? Trying to think of both groups, here, you know?” You grab your seats as soon as you can. There's a lot more people than you thought there'd be today... oh, well. “I'm excited for this.”

... 💓

You nod, heading on through the gates. You wait for her to join you before going onward, however, handing in both tickets to the staff. “Thank you.” ...something felt different. Good different. This was all so new, and exciting. Not like back home, where everything was mundane and repetitive. 》

Ah. There was the station. ...you had two tickets, of course. You had a feeling this was how things would go. “...yeah. So, uh, train's there. It's just a round trip this time. So make sure you grab anything you might need, too. Even if it's just for the vacation...”

You sigh, leaning your head on Sayori's with a light bonk. “I worry because I care, you goofball.” She may underestimate your stubbornness as well, though. After all- you're HER best friend. You've definitely learned a thing or two about how much the other tends to push... “...I care a lot.”

“Exactly.” Well... if she insists- “But maybe just for one trip. I don't want you passing out or tripping over your hair, or something...” ...your worrisome side is showing again. You squeeze Sayori's hand. “Okay? At least tell me you won't over do it. For me.”

You've been ready for awhile, now. But as you've said before- you wouldn't dream of leaving without the others. It's not a group trip without the group.

Surely it can't be that bad. ... Never mind- after a few seconds indicated by that ellipses, you can confirm. The shrine maiden may, in fact, feel some level of embarrassment.

(Behold, the thievery!)

jamcat It may be time for me to sleep. The night meds are kicking in. I'll get to replies and such when I wake up-

“Modern day adventurers...” You can't help but hum in response, thinking of Sayori when she says it like that. “I can see why Sayori wanted to help you with your research. Adventuring is probably one of the rawest forms of curiosity, isn't it?”

...guess it did sound a little self-deprecating when you think about it. “Still, it's just a little weird to think about. There's a lot I don't know about this world already. The thought of running into something, or someone from another that's entirely different...” You trail off, eyes 》

“So, like... aliens.” ...for some reason, you feel like you've already met a 'Pokemon' that matches that description. “Aliens that aren't Pokemon, but also not normal creatures. That just sounds like Sayori and I with a few extra steps, if I had to be honest...” You ARE an alien by definition-

You blink a few times in response. Slowly. “...see, you ended that with 'I don't think you'll have to worry', but now, I'm worried. What do you mean not Pokemon?” You're fairly certain you get the not-native part. Invasive species aren't a new concept. This sounds like something more than that...

“...I like the sounds of that.” In a few ways, sure. But it had been awhile since you had done... anything like this. Let alone with people you actually cared about. “...are there any mosquito-like Pokémon in Alola by chance? I wanna be prepared. Mostly for Sayori, not myself...” 💧

...something tells you you'll be learning more about how the hybrid girls take care of themselves this trip. Honestly, it was interesting. And if it made it easier for you to help... “Hey. We're all going to be there with you. It'll be okay. Alright, Wendy?”

“Yeah, probably. It's always a lot more relaxing when you aren't travelling to and from, isn't it?” The preparation drove you insane, the most... “...thanks. That means a lot. Especially considering I haven't really been here that long...”

“Fine. Just felt something. I... think.” You hate being in tune with certain energies... but you wave it off, giving Wendy a half-smile. “Maybe it's the thought of the group trip getting to me.”

You squint. staring out in the general direction of... somewhere. “...spirits.”

Temp pinned! #TouhouRP #MVRP #OpenRP #FantasyRP

jamcat Look, I'd bring out the anti-h bat, but unfortunately, that'd just be a hypocritical assault at this moment in time, not a true justice. 😔

This will be a good chance to get to know everyone, you think. It'll be relaxing, hopefully... Maybe you'll even work up the courage to talk to Reina. But first, you need to break this habit off staring off into space silently. Without Sayori around, you can be bit of a silent space-case...

“Wouldn't even dream of leaving without them. It wouldn't exactly be a group trip if the group wasn't there.”

You give a thumbs up. “Good to go, Prof.”

“No, don't worry about it. I mean- well, maybe... it might not be a one-trip thing. This is just to get some belongings, so... yeah, this time for sure.” You sigh, thinking about the stuff you'll have to leave behind for one reason or another... “But I'll just be grabbing clothes and stuff.” 》

jamcat Miracles and complete nerd? You'd nail portraying her.

“I'm sure we can work something out. I mean, we still need to introduce Natsuki to Monika. I think...” Something doesn't sound right about that to you, but... you shrug it off pretty quick. “But we can cross that bridge when we get there. I really want to do this, Sayori.”

“A 'big change' is you showing up with a garden for your hair one day. Moving isn't really big when you've got a whole new world open to you. I dunno if that even makes sense, really.” You awkwardly scratch the side of your head, sighing. “I just... haven't enjoyed myself this much in awhile.” 》

You have your reasons. Reasons you'll explain on the way there. ...you take her hand, of course, starting the walk after making sure the lab is in good hands. Or vines, counting Crocus. “Cool.” ...guess this is where you have to start explaining yourself, now... 》

“Alright, then.” You figured she'd say something like that... but, if it's true, then there's no harm in it. And if you had to be completely honest, it'd be nice having her around to talk this through. “We're heading to Gare de Lumiose, then. You know the way, right?”

Both canine and chimera bark and yip excitedly, Houndour's little tail wagging so fast it's making after-images... Once you get back, you can't help but chuckle at the sight. “Alright, I'm good to go. Would you mind if we took a certain route? I might have plans a little later on...”

“Alright, just let me get my sweater. Just in case.” Mainly for Sayori, if you were being real... Houndour, meanwhile, stays near the door with Sayori and Roseli, laying down with a grunt realizing you would be a minute longer.