** I crashed before I could start the log... basically, Rei goes back to 'work'
at the herbal store. Of course, with only Sakura present, he doesn't have a lot
to do. Only, in this case, move boxes. 'n.n'; **
Miyamoto Herbal Store
As you walk in, the first thing that strikes you about this 20'x20' room is how
orderly it is. The door that leads back to the street has a small bell attached
to it, so it jingles when someone comes in. There are three aisles, each one neat
and tidy, some having labeled glass jars on them while others have wrapped
bundles of herbs. The air smells faintly of vanilla, and suddenly, you see why.
The counter, which is located by the left wall of the shop, has an incense burner
resting at one end, a faint flicker of smoke rising out of it. Just behind the
counter is a set of steps that leads up, probably to the owner's living quarters.
There is another exit at the far end of the shop, and one can see multitudes of
plants through the doorway. Four lamps, one in each corner of the shop,
illuminate everything with a very relaxed, homey light. Makes you feel like
browsing for a while, as there's definitely plenty to look over in here.
[Exits : (O)ut, (Up)stairs, and (G)arden ]
[Players : Sakura-chan(Pup) ]
[Sleepers: Yuri(Pup) ]
[Things : None ]
>Sakura-chan waves pompoms *.* "Go Go Rei-kun! *.* *.* Just take 'em to the wares
alley n'stuff *.* *.* And don't drop 'em! Cuz like, that'd be like, way bad
n'stuff! *.*"
>Rei wonders where Sakura got the pom-poms 'O.o'; "Wares alley...?"
>Sakura-chan nodnods *.* "And bring in the empty boxes from there *.*"
>Rei sweatdrops, but steps outside.
** A moment later... **
>Sakura-chan *.* *.* *.* *.*
>Rei walks back in with empty boxes . o O ( Simple enough... I guess... )
>Sakura-chan
The girl before you is the epitome of enthusiasm and cheerfulness, as she
practically radiates her warmth when you look at her. She appears to be at least
seventeen or so, and her long, straight brown hair has been pulled up into a
ponytail, the tips of which just come past her shoulders. Black eyes filled with
curiosity and an almost predatory quality to them rove about her surroundings.
Currently she is clad in her work uniform, this consisting of a short sleeved
cotton blouse, over which she wears a black vest with bright pink flowers
embroidered in a vertical pattern. Completing her attire she wears a black
skirt, loose and fluttering just above her knees, and a pair of black flats.
Carrying:
>Sakura-chan *.* *.* *.* and LEAPS again. Which is more important, catching a
girl or carrying empty boxes? "SUGOI REI-KUN!!!!!"
>He decides on the girl. The result of the is that empty boxes go flying every
which way. At least he catches you. And sweatdrops.
>Sakura-chan squeals! *.* "I knew you could do it Rei-kun! *.* *.*"
>Rei says, "Eheh... yeah... all those... talents of mine... eheh..." . o O (
Maybe it'd be safer to go back to stealing. )
>Sakura-chan n.n n.n n.n and *hops* out of your arms, "Yah! *.*" She *poofs* and
is suddenly standing at the cashier, "How much did Mom give you last time?"
>Rei rubs the back of his neck, trying not to look embarassed. "About... 4000
yen... I think..."
>Sakura-chan counts out 4000. Then 4000 more. And 4000 more...
>Rei notices this, but doesn't find it worthwhile to comment 'n.n';
>Sakura-chan eyes the half empty cash register ;.; -.o x.x o.o <.< >.> She puts
back a couple thousand, reaches into her purse and counts out a few more thousand
*.* *.* She can't have her Rei-kun freeze to death or starve now can she? ^_^
>Rei will appreciate it, really '^^';
>Rei's conscience overcomes him, though. D'oh. "Er... miss Sakura...?"
>Sakura-chan *.* *.* *.* and sets the money - roughly 100000 in yen, on the
counter *.* "Here's your.." She blinkblinks, "It's just Sakura ne. Sakura-chan
*.* What is it Rei-kun? *.*"
>Rei looks at the wad of cash '*.*' "Er... it's nothing. Never mind. Eheh..."
>Sakura-chan *.* "Hai Rei-Kun." *.* She pushpushes the money down the counter n.n
>Rei is just too tempted by the promise of sleeping indoors. Sorry, Ryu...
>Sakura-chan *.*'s
>Rei counts the bills when his conscience gives him those little pangs of guilt
again. Stupid, stupid conscience. Not about to pass up an obscene amount of cash,
tho', he fumbles for a way to make himself feel a little better. "Er...
Sakura...?"
>Sakura-chan says, "Hai? *.*"
>Rei rubs the back of his neck. "Would you... er... like to head up to that snow
resort for a while? On me?" Of course, he'd be paying for it with your money, so
it isn't all THAT good a deal...
>Sakura-chan doesn't care that it'd be -her- money. She got an invite anyway.
Whee!!! Just seconds away from another hyperglomp(tm) she *powerbeams* and nods,
"I'd love to Rei-kun! *.*" A short pause, "Demo I wouldn't be able to stay long,
cuz Mom might still need me here *pout*"
>Rei oh's. "That's okay... no problem here!" Really!
>Sakura-chan *zips* up to you and *latches* like a leech, only cuter. ANd human.
"Gomen Rei-kun, I know how *disappointed* you must beeee! (pouts)"
>Rei doesn't seem disappointed, only quite embarassed. "Yeah... disappointed...
shame, really... don't that just beat all..."
>Sakura-chan *beams* (glowglow)
>Rei has his own night-light! 'o_o';
>Sakura-chan (OOC) giggles n.n
** Tifa has to run, so I head on ahead **
Snow Mountain Lodge
This is the Snow Mountain Lodge, the one place where to stay while enjoying the
winter pleasures of the mountain. This rustic building's walls are made of dark
wood planks with the odd red brick pillar mixed in. The lobby is two stories
high, warm and comfortable with a central fireplace surrounded by benches for
socializing. The proprietress, an elderly little lady, smiles as she walks around
the benches and offers cups of hot chocolate. The south wing houses the guest
chambers, another door indicates the access to the hot springs, or you can go to
the solarium to enjoy the weather without its rigors.
[Exits : [H]ot springs, [G]uest wing, [S]olarium, and [O]utside ]
[Players : Ojiisan(Pup), and Roland ]
[Sleepers: Usagi, Celes, Natsuki, Sana, and Locke ]
[Things : None ]
>Rei steps in from outside, teeth clattering . o O ( Stupid cold. ) 'x.x'
>Roland
-
Before you is the epitome of gaijin-ness, following the stereotype almost to a
T..except this one doesn't just speak bad Japanese, he doesn't have a clue on any
of it. Of course, this isn't obvious at a glance, but you'll find out soon
enough; It's still fairly blatant, his origins. Even though he looks the same as
any other anime character, it's plain as the nose on his face that he's a
foreigner from his looks.
He has golden blonde hair, buzzed on the sides and in back, and forming a curly
bowl-cut on top. Fairly large and expressive eyes are a median blue in colour,
also a testament to his alienation (Nevermind the fact that some anime characters
have them, too. n.n;). This American sports a loud and obnoxious costume,
indeed..a grey muscle shirt (Though he has no muscles to speak of, so it's fairly
loose. ^.^;), exposing his torso shockingly, and a pair of equally obscene denim
shorts..ragged along the edges, indicating they might have once been a decent
pair of jeans, but no more. They lead down his toned and tanned legs into a pair
of heavily-worn sneakers.
He -seems- harmless enough, however..probably because he is.
Carrying:
>Rei works his way over to the counter, a surprisingly large stack of bills in
his hand. Even more surprisingly, for those who know him, is the fact they aren't
stolen. Not technically, at least. "I'd like to reserve my room..." He grins
innocently, then blinks. "Erm, make that two rooms."
>Roland pikus.. o.o
>Ojiisan ^_^ "Oh? Whose name might I put in the second one?"
>Ojiisan . o O ( It took a while, but you _do_ get used to the cat look )
>Rei scratches the side of his head. He never did ask her last name, come to
think of it. "Uh... Sakura-chan..." 'n.n';
>Ojiisan nods and notes that.
>Rei holds up the cash - about 100000 yen worth (!) - and counts out the
appropriate amount . o O ( It was worth it... )
>Roland z.z
>Roland leans back..relaxing in his comfy chair..
>Rei adds another zero to that total 'n.n';
>Ojiisan hmms, and smiles cheerfully, "If my security officer were here, I am
sure she would mention that you shouldn't flaunt your riches so openly, young
man... Hohoho."
>Rei blinks, and rubs the back of his neck, joining in laughter with Ojisan.
Rei's is a bit more nervous, though. "Sorry, won't happen again..."
>Roland . o O ( ...dangit.. )
>Roland . o O ( I'm bored.. ..safe but bored. x.x )
>Ukyou arrives from the south wing.
>Rei smiles innocently. "Wouldn't happen to have any more of that hot chocolate,
would you...?"
>Ojiisan says, "Why of course..." ^_^
>Roland waves happily at Ukyou as she enters. o O ( If I could get a date, maybe
I wouldn't be so bored! But I can't with her because I don't know English..agh.
)
>Ucchan walk in, "Count me in that too..."
>Roland . o O ( Japanese, rather. x.x )
>Rei . o O ( Life is good! 'n.n' Until Sakura-chan gets here... )
>Roland . o O ( Damn..the stir craziness has gotten to me. )
>Ucchan blinks at Roland. o.o; "Err... hi." and adds a wave, since she knows he
doesn't get a word she says.
>Roland actually does this time, "Kon-ban-waaa.." Said slowly, like a beginner.
n.n;
>Rei just ignores the guy. He's just one of those NPC townsfolk that RPG
characters never really bother with 'n.n'
>Don't they take the time to check their drawers for tonics?
>Rei does NOT! ... Oh, you mean the -furniture-... c.c
>Roland (OOC) says, "I hear there's a cave up north filled with treasure.
..what..why didn't I ever get it? I had to leave some for you dolts."
>Rei looks over his shoulder, tail swishing happily, and nervously. He gets
lodging! But he has to stay with Sakura-chan! Ohy. "Oh... hello Ukyou..."
>Roland actually completes a sentence..somewhat, "Try hard japanese Ukyou." o.o;
. o O ( Ugh..I sound like an idiot. )
>Ucchan says, "Don't mind me..." she gets a platter, with two mugs, "I'll just do
the service, same as usual."
>Rei . o O ( That guy sounds like an idiot 'c.c' )
>Ucchan pikus at Roland. o.o; "Ehh? Well I'll be, you're learning..." then she
points at one of the mugs of hot cocoa, "Want some?" n.n;
>Rei rubs the back of his neck, shoving his cash... um, wherever he keeps it.
"Thanks."
>Roland tries hard to concentrate on decoding what Ukyou said..comparing words to
ones he's heard so far..hey, that Burn guy was right..it is sorta simple, if you
know the words, "Yes, please." n.n;;
>Ucchan says, "Kay, here goes..." she comes over and sets a cup on a small table
aside Roland, "But don't you Ukyou-chan me, you got it?" . o O ( Course not, but
who cares. n.n )
>Ukyou
Well, Ucchan decided for a change it seems, she's prettied herself up a tad. She
smiles, and her eyelashes seem a little more obvious than usual (A hint of
mascara?) Her makeup is fairly discreet: a tinge of rosy-pink for her lips, and
hardly a hint of eyeshade. Makeup aside, her face seems to have a slight glow,
you can't quite figure out why... As she brushes some of her soft brown hair in
place, you notice that her nails are a little long and colored with a nice shade
of light red with a tinge of violet, those colors work well on her. To complete
the kawaii picture, she is wearing a dress: It's a powder-blue outfit with an
apron-like white area in front. It leaves her shoulders exposed without going
below her collarbone. The lower area is quite wide, making the dress quite
fashionable. People knowing the Tendos might recognize Kasumi's style.
Carrying:
Giant spatula, and Gold Coin Pendant
>Ucchan then gives Rei his cup and goes her own a little aways to sit at her own
chair, without a cup... She just pulls out her gold medallion and looks at it
thoughtfully.
>Roland rubs his head..correct..he didn't quite get the last part, "No
understanding. Sorry." He sighs slightly, and takes a sip from his cup.. o O (
I need a dictionary or something..but how am I going to buy one..I'm broke? x.x
)
>Roland (OOC) searches a random shop, [Discovered; J-E Dictionary].
>Written in Kanji
>D'oh. n.n
>Rei takes a seat in front of the fire. A good plan, possibly... it's nice and
warm... until his tail swings a bit too close to the blaze, and catches a spark.
Fwoosh. That looks painful. It's extinguished fast, but his pride is given a
mortal blow.
>Ucchan . o O ( Jeez. Here some wacko from afar asks me out, and Noda never
did... I guess he really did prefer Lina. )
>Roland sweatdrops at Rei.. n.n;
>Ucchan O.o at Rei, "..."
>Rei says a few things not suitable for minors '@.o'
>Roland . o O ( I dunno what the words are..but they don't sound too pretty. n.n;
)
>Ucchan is from a boy school, she'll live. -.-
>Rei sips his hot chocolate, and tries to pretend like nothing happened. 'u.u';
>Rei suddenly thinks of something. "Hey... um... Ukyou...?" 'n.n';
>Ucchan hmms? snapping out of thoughts, still keeping her medallion in hand. o.o
>Rei blinks, not noticing he was interrupting a reverie. "Er... nothing." He sips
his cocoa. 'c.c';
>Ucchan pikus. o.o "Huh? Hey come on now, don't get shy on me."
>Roland just sorta sits there..he's pretty much used his vocabulary of the day..
n.n;
>Rei rubs the back of his neck, and chuckling nervously. "On that Christmas
thing... did you put that gift there?"
>Ucchan shakes her head. o.o "Hm-hmm... Just noticed your name on the list." n.-
"Maybe it's from Rin-chan."
>Rei oh's, and hrrms. "I'll have to ask her then..."
>An anonymous gift list for christmas... How quaint.
>Rei didn't get gifts for anyone. Didn't even know there was a holiday. Just
thought pine trees were a hot item this year 'n.n';
>Rei's treasure sense goes off. Coupled with his curiosity, he thinks about
something for a moment, then asks, "Hey, Ukyou...? Um... what's that you got?"
>Ucchan pikus, "My medallion?" she lifts it a bit, "It's a polished gold coin. A
gift from a friend."
>Rei nods, and takes another sip of his cocoa. "Don't see stuff like that around
here much..."
>Ucchan shrugs, ^^ "It's not the coin that's important." she puts it back...
ahem... under her dress, where medallions go.
>Roland has disconnected.
>Rei looks away during that. He may lack morals, but he certainly has tact. "A
gift?"
>Ucchan nods, "Hm-hmm... A boyfriend I had..." she hesitated a moment, nearly
splitting the two words 'boy' and 'friend'
>Rei asks, "Oh..." He glances to one side, curiosity overcoming his tact, and
asks, "Did something happen to him?"
>Ucchan says, "Dunno..." and decides to say ill of him, just for once. -.- "That
two-timing wuss left all his girlfriends without even sayin' goodbye."
>Rei rubs the back of his neck. He looks down at his cocoa. "That wasn't very
nice..." Trying to lighten things up a little, he mentions, "Maybe something very
important came up... and he didn't have time to say goodbye."
>Rei comments, "Wouldn't that just beat all?"
>Ucchan says, "Or to come back? -.- Do yourself a favor, don't say that to
Skuld. The 'something very important' was two other girlfriends, in her case."
Ucchan revises that, "No, make that one."
>Rei blinks and sweatdrops, looking over at the fire. "Oh..." Still, while deep
thoughts aren't Rei's forte, it still begs the question why you still have the
medallion if there's bad feelings involved, but luckily, he leaves that question
unasked.
>Rei . o O ( Gah, akward silence. 'o.o'; )
>Ucchan says, "I'm going to bed..." -.-
>Rei blinks, straightening himself out a little. "Was it something I said?"
>Ucchan stands up, then blinks, "Hmm? no... oh yeah..." another question, an odd
one. "D'ya picture me as a priestess?"
>Rei stares a moment. "Priestess?" He rubs the back of his neck. "Guess it could
work. Look a little odd, but..."
>Ucchan puts her fists on her hips, -_- "What's THAT supposed to mean?"
>Rei sweatdrops. Smooth talking, Rei. "I... uh... meant that I'd have to see you
dressed the part before I could make a proper decision. Er... yeah, that's it!"
'^^';
>Ucchan blinks, and falls for it... o.o "Eh? Oh come on, I didn't mean in THIS."
>Rei is glad you fell for this. His specialty is pickpocketing, not fast-talking.
"Yeah, yeah, don't look much like a priestess in that... eheh heh..."
>Ucchan says, "Yeah well... I look _fine_ in a Kimono. Maybe I'll show you
tomorrow."
>Ucchan says, "In the meantime, Oyasumi." z.z and heads off.
>Rei rubs the back of his neck, an idiotic grin stuck on his face. "I'll have to
see that... yeah..."
>Rei waves g'night. He escaped injury, that's all that matters 'n.n';
>Ukyou has left.
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