Tweak

InsaneJournal

Tweak says, "I do crochet!"

ofmanydevices (ofmanydevices) wrote in disappear_rpg,
@ 2009-07-06 23:30:00

Entry tags:

kanaye, shiori, tom

It's a mistake to do this so publicly....
Who: Thomas and Shiori, Kanaye, any others
What: Thomas patches himself up after a small scuffle
Where: A stairway on the school grounds
When: A random day
Why: Cause he doesn't want to track blood all the way back to his room. And interaction is fun.

Tom cursed inwardly to himself as he wrapped his knuckles. It was stupid to jump into a fight, even a minor one when his earlier wounds were no where near healed, but when three second years gang up on a first year just to give themselves an inflated sense of self it's hardly something Thomas could agree to walk away from.

Unfortunately, now he was stuck patching up his wounds as best he could to keep from bleeding all the way back to his room. Once back there he could take care of himself in a bit more of a permenant manner.
He sat on the ground, his black bag lay open on the ground next to him. Despite the freshly opened injuries, he still had his school uniform on, his blazer still buttoned closed, despite droplets of blood falling on the clothes.

(Read comments) - (Post a new comment)

shiori_wakanata
2009-07-07 05:46 am UTC (link)

Still sitting down, Shiori wondered briefly if she should perhaps stand up. After all, she didn't know this other guy - it would make sense for her to stand next to Satou-senpai. And if this guy was getting into fights, he was a big boy and didn't need Shiori mothering him. And yet she remained seated, instead looking back up at Satou.

"For extra credit!" she said as though it were the most obvious thing in the world. And, for Shiori, it was. She either stayed after for detention or extra credit. Turning back to the other third year, she asked, "You're okay, right? Er, aside from the obvious-" She gestured slightly, waving her hand.

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

ofmanydevices
2009-07-07 05:58 am UTC (link)

With Shiori sitting close, Tom stood, edging away, not just from the girl but from both of them. He let out a breath as the two discussed after school activities, and when the girl asked if he'd be okay his reply remained terse.

"I'll be fine."

He looked away from her toward Kanaye. Compassion was a bad idea, nurturing compassion lead to... things Tom would rather not think about. He instead opted to answer the other third years question.

"They were insulting America, and everyone who comes from America. I told them it could be worse, I could be British, and one of them hit me for it."

He shrugged and turned away from the group.

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

zealousemperor
2009-07-07 06:12 am UTC (link)

"Oh no, someone has insulted my home country. This is completely new to me." Kanaye deadpanned, as he turned to Tom. "You're either lying or are an asshole. Or a lying asshole. Possibly all of them." Kanaye sat down and turned to Shiori, deciding to ignore the other male in the room, like he usually does. "Extra credit? I would never have thought you'd need extra credit, you're so talented? Extra credit in what? I could help you out, yaknow!" He responded happily.

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

shiori_wakanata
2009-07-07 06:36 am UTC (link)

Shiori blinked, looking at the third year oddly. Was he really serious..?

"You kind of deserved it then," Shiori said slowly, finally standing up. "How can you claim to be the victim if you did the same thing they did? It doesn't work that way, you know?"

She offered him a quick smile nonetheless and added, "Still, I hope your injuries don't last too long" before turning to Shiori with a wider, more permanent smile.

"No way, senpai! I'm terrible in class!" Shiori exclaimed. "I just stayed after to help a teacher, and she'll give me some extra credit for it. But that'd be great if you would help! I really need all the help I can get."

Even though Oubai-san was great, he was only a second year. Satou-senpai would know more than him, she assumed, and would probably know more shortcuts for problems.

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

ofmanydevices
2009-07-07 05:25 pm UTC (link)

He turned slightly, not enough to face them but enough to be heard.

"Your sentiment is a tautology. Either I'm a liar, or an asshole, *or* a lying asshole, but if I am a lying asshole, then I couldn't possibly be all of them."

He paused for a moment, and then looked back toward Shiori.

"And I never claimed to be a victim. I just said it was a fight."

He let out a breath and looked for a moment like he was about to walk away. Then paused.

"Thanks for the tip about the glass cleaner."

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

zealousemperor
2009-07-08 03:18 am UTC (link)

"...Ok, you're definitely an asshole. Probably insane as well." Kanaye glared at him and grabbed Shiori by the arm. "Let's go, Shiori-chan. Sagaki is scaring me, and I don't want him to hurt you. He couldn't if he tried, but it's still the thought that counts." He remarked as he started walking away, still grabbing Shiori's arm. He promptly stopped and let go of her arm. Sheesh, he was turning into Maeko! It was his worst nightmare. "Look, Sagaki, just stop fighting, alright? Or at least fight for a worthy cause, at the very least." Kanaye rolled his eyes and whispered to Shiori, far more loudly then he thought he was, "Sheesh, I'd hate to see HIS shadow..."

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

shiori_wakanata
2009-07-08 03:35 am UTC (link)

Shiori frowned at Sagaki, wondering what was up with him. Was it a really bad case of jet lag that lasted since... whenever he came to Japan, and he was just in a state of perpetual crankiness? Or was he this much of an antagonist (or antihero, anyway) by nature? At Satou's touch, Shiori looked down at the hand and then at the blond. Smiling slightly, she allowed herself to be dragged off and stopped when he did.

"Maybe he's still adjusting?" Shiori suggested as she began to wonder just how long Sagaki had been in Japan for. At Satou's exaggerated whisper, Shiori giggled, the image of a darker Captain America appearing in her mind. She wasn't sure if it would be an epically awesome shadow, or an insult to America. Maybe a mixture of both?

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

ofmanydevices
2009-07-08 04:10 am UTC (link)

Thomas paused. Even more students bringing up that other place. Thomas wondered if there was a connection between these two and Ikeda, Aoi, and Oubai.

He contemplated whether it was safer to head back to his room, and finish cleaning up, or follow these two. He could look into them later... but there was no telling what they were up to, and what they could lead him to.

He shook his head for a moment, and ran up the stairs taking care to make as much noise as possible. As soon as he saw they were away from them he turned, and moved back down the stairs with careful, practiced, silent steps following the two students as they went.

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

zealousemperor
2009-07-08 04:24 am UTC (link)

"Still adjusting? Yes, as we all know, jetlag causes violence and dickishness." Kanaye responded in mock-seriousness before chuckling when he was sure Tom was gone. "Honestly though, that guy scares me. If he ever tries to get you alone, go to me or Ito-kun. Possibly both." Kanaye said in actual seriousness, grabbing Shiori by the shoulders and looking into her eyes. "...Good god I'm acting like Maeko!" He started panicking at the thought, then straightened up. "Ok, I'm fine. That guy is creepy though."

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

shiori_wakanata
2009-07-08 05:24 am UTC (link)

"He might just be cranky! My little brother gets so pissy if he doesn't get enough sleep. Maybe Sagaki-senpai is the same way!" Shiori defended, though she was a little unsure why she was bothering. Satou wasn't about to change his mind any time soon, if the way he was talking was any clue. At his words, though, she frowned.

"He isn't a pervert or anything, is he?" she asked, before dissolving into giggles at Satou's complaint. "And how is acting like Akuba-san bad? She seems really nice. Unless you mean how she acts around Aoi-san? But that isn't really a bad thing either, is it?"

Beaming, Shiori wrapped her arms around the third year in a quick hug. "It's nice to know someone cares enough about me, like Akuba-san does for Aoi-san."

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

zealousemperor
2009-07-08 05:34 am UTC (link)

"I wouldn't put it past him, honestly. He's really violent in any case though. And yes, it's a bad thing! It stifles Misaki's opinions and actions, makes people afraid to talk to Misaki and Maeko, and just locks them in their own little world. Being protective is a good thing, but going over-" Kanaye was stopped in mid-rant by Shiori's hug. His mental processes stopped working for a second. This was the first time he got hugged by someone who seemed like they actually meant it. Sure, he had girlfriends before, but none of them were really in it for the relationship. This...this... "Um...thank you? Yeah, thank you, Shiori-chan! I'm glad I could help!" Kanaye finally responded, trying to not show weakness while trying to figure out what happened.

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

shiori_wakanata
2009-07-08 06:30 am UTC (link)

Shiori stayed quiet, processing Satou's words. Even if it was an exaggeration on Satou's part, the words did have some validity: Sagaki had gotten into a fight because he had mouthed back to his classmates. And if he was that injured, either he had to be a terrible fighter or the other guys were in worse shape.

Looking at Satou oddly at his reaction, Shiori smiled up at him. Satou had had girlfriends before, didn't he? So why the flustered response? It was as though he didn't really hug them.

...

Shiori refused to think of what else her senpai had done with those girls, other than hugging. Clean thoughts, she told herself.

"Hee, you're welcome," she chirped, rocking on the heels of her feet. "And thank you too. You're a really good guy, senpai."

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

zealousemperor
2009-07-08 06:42 am UTC (link)

"No problem~!" Kanaye said, scratching the back of his neck in embarrassment. "And thanks!" Kanaye smiled at the girl, mentally processing everything he knows about her. She was definitely spacey, and horrible at schoolwork. She was nice and a good drawer. She was energetic. This all pointed to one conclusion. "I'm serious about tutoring you, ya know. If you need help, any help at all, let me know! I'd love to help you."

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

ofmanydevices
2009-07-08 06:01 pm UTC (link)

Tom rolled his eyes at the cheery act. It was at times like this that Thomas always wondered if these people knew he was behind them. After all, people only pulled out this sugar coated friendliness as an act. They displayed compassion, only to lure you in, use you and drop you.

He decided that the girl was trying to manipulate Satou. And from the looks of things it was working. Thomas would definitely need to look into these two at a later time.

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

shiori_wakanata
2009-07-09 01:58 am UTC (link)

"That'd be awesome, senpai!" Shiori exclaimed. "I'd have to pay you back though. It wouldn't be fair if you did all of that for me and I didn't do anything in return. So... just name it, and I'll do it! As long as it isn't too illegal ~~lol~~!"

Clasping her hands behind her back, Shiori stared thoughtfully into space.

"I wonder what he was so upset about," Shiori mused. "I mean, compared to Japan, Americans suck when it comes to comics. Especially that one.. um.. Ratman? Or something. Mangas way better, I think."

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

zealousemperor
2009-07-09 03:01 am UTC (link)

Kanaye resisted the urge to say the obvious answers and instead just chuckled. "Too illegal? What, mildly illegal is ok?" He chuckled again and put his hands behind his head. "I don't need anything in return right now, but maybe I'll think of something later. I'm just happy I could help someone as cute as you."

At Shiori's opinion of the superiority of manga over western comics, Kanaye put a hand to his chin and stroked it thoughtfully. "It's...Catman, right? Catman, I think. Manga is better, though. Much better. At least it makes sense. I mean, seriously, the American comics have space plants that grow really fast and shoot needles and stuff. What the hell is that supposed to be about?" he said, jokingly before laughing.

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

shiori_wakanata
2009-07-09 03:44 am UTC (link)

"Mmhmm! I don't want to get in too much trouble if I get caught," she said cheerfully, grinning cheekily as she added, "Not that I ever would. But if you're sure, senpai!"

Rocking on the heels of her feet once again, Shiori blushed lightly at the compliment. She knew that Satou-senpai was a flirt, but if it meant complimenting someone it couldn't be that bad of a thing. Even if he didn't really mean it, it still meant something to her.

Nodding in agreement, Shiori giggled. "American comics are all about superheros too, aren't they? There's nothing about regular people. It seems kind of boring to read about someone you can't really relate to..."

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	ofmanydevices 2009-07-09 04:11 am UTC (link)
	Thomas rolled his eyes. the random manipulations were one thing, but now the two were engaged in just random vapid conversation, he didn't see much point in following them. Thomas had far more important things to do, and decided to check these two out at a later date. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

zealousemperor
2009-07-09 04:57 am UTC (link)

"Why, are you experienced in breaking the law?" Kanaye asked, half serious. "And yes, I'm sure. It's something I'd like to do. Helping cute young second-years is always a good use of my time in my book!" Kanaye smiled at Shiori, using the word again. Her reaction was cute! So moe~, he's gonna die! That would be a problem, though, so instead he simply kept smiling. "Shiori, do you want me to walk you home? A girl such as yourself walking alone would be dangerous, you know. You can take care of yourself, but I don't want to take any chances. It'd be hell on Earth if something happened to you and I could stop it."

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

shiori_wakanata
2009-07-09 05:53 am UTC (link)

Again, she blushed at his words. He really was a charmer, she thought to herself as her face grew even redder. It was hard to understand why people didn't like him. If he talked like this to everyone, she was sure he'd be the most popular guy in the group, if not the entire ~~world~~ school.

Still, she ignored her embarrassment at his words as she joked back, "Hee, I wouldn't be able to tell you if I was! I wouldn't want to get in trou~ble~"

Giggling at his question, Shiori nodded quickly.

"That'd be great, senpai!" she exclaimed. Smirking lightly, she arched her neck back to look at the sky as she teased, "I've always wanted a really good-looking guy to walk me home. You're like a dream come true!"

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

zealousemperor
2009-07-09 06:04 am UTC (link)

Must...resist...urge...to glomp...
After Kanaye was sure he wasn't going to have a sexual harassment suit on his hands, he beamed at Shiori on her compliment. "Well now, we can't have that, can we? Trouble is never a good thing~" He said as he grabbed Shiori's hands. "Well, if I'm a dream come true I'll guess I HAVE to walk you home, eh?" He started walking, but after he went a few steps he promptly stopped and turned to the girl. "Uh...where is your house again? Mind leading the way, sweetie?" Kanaye wasn't sure if the last word was a bit much, but he had to try it at least.

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

shiori_wakanata
2009-07-09 06:35 am UTC (link)

Laughing at Satou's complacency, Shiori allowed the third year to grab her hand and even went as far as to move it slightly to let him have an easier grip. Flexing her fingers slightly as she wondered if interlacing their fingers would be overkill, she eventually kept them where they were. No use taking their little charade too far, after all.

"It's by Noodle Alley," Shiori said, but tugged Satou along nonetheless. Like Satou, she too took a couple of steps before stopping them. He had called her 'sweetie', hadn't he? She couldn't possibly let him get away with that. So, smiling innocently, she asked, "Where do you live anyway, muffin? You won't be going out of your way, will you?"

It'd really suck if he was going out of his way for her. She'd have to insist that they go part-way or something if that was the case. Iburi was small by city standards, but it was big enough that things could still take awhile to get to if a person walked.

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

zealousemperor
2009-07-09 06:47 am UTC (link)

Muffin? Really, she just called him muffin? Kanaye knew she wouldn't take it seriously, but of all the things to call him, she chose muffin? This chick is gonna be interesting.

Kanaye laughed at Shiori before grinning at the girl again. "Oh, Shichan, don't worry. Your muffin lives close to there. Even if it was on the other side of town, I'd walk you home. I'd do anything for you~." Kanaye was having a lot of fun with this. Even if it didn't actually mean anything, he could pretend.

(Reply to this) (Parent)

(Read comments) -