163 -- [locked from hostiles/Ravemon's forces/Tetha Police/etc.]

[illuminatings]

... Dammit!

[Locked to Ryuunosuke]

...I'm sorry. If Takeru and Mako are still in Tetha, then we can't go and see them for some time.

[Locked to Funbari Onsen]

I am so sorry, guys. I really wish I could be with you in Tetha... Please, let me know of anything I can do to make it up to you and I will make sure to do it once it's safe to go back.

[Locked to Lori]

Hey, thank you for helping me out back there.

Comments

[badluckbabe.livejournal.com]

See? This is exactly why playing fair and by the rules doesn't work.

[soul-on-light.livejournal.com]

We tried...

[Locked to Hoshi and the Funbari Onsen]

[badluckbabe.livejournal.com]

You just let me know when you're ready to risk trouble to come visit. There's more then one way in and out of Tetha if you catch me.

[Locked to Hoshi and the Funbari Onsen]

[soul-on-light.livejournal.com]

Oh? I'm listenin'.

Re: [Locked to Hoshi and the Funbari Onsen]

[badluckbabe.livejournal.com]

Well the lightposts are under watch. Any traveling back and forth gets you trouble if you're with DATS.

Buuuut Tetha is a floating island after all. Bring yourself up on the underside of the island, disguise yourself and try not to draw any attention.

It'll take a damn long time to do but it's a better option then just making a run for it.

[Locked to Hoshi and the Funbari Onsen]

[soul-on-light.livejournal.com]

Hmmm....

I see, I see.

Might be a while, due to how I have to rely on my furyoku in order to fly, but I can make it.

Re: [Locked to Hoshi and the Funbari Onsen]

[badluckbabe.livejournal.com]

Just don't burn yourself out before you get to the top of the island. Bring some climbing gear and you can hook yourself to the underside if you need to rest.

And do it at night, just in case. Remember most of Tetha's police can fly.

[Locked to Hoshi and the Funbari Onsen]

[soul-on-light.livejournal.com]

Mm.

... Hey. Know where I can get black hair dye and brown contact lenses?

Re: [Locked to Hoshi and the Funbari Onsen]

[badluckbabe.livejournal.com]

Please, who do you think you're talking to?

[Attached: Temporary black hair dye [Rinses right out] and a pair of cosmetic brown contact lenses in a case of cleaning solution.]

[Locked to Hoshi and the Funbari Onsen]

[soul-on-light.livejournal.com]

Thanks, Jinx. I owe you one.

Re: [Locked to Hoshi and the Funbari Onsen]

[badluckbabe.livejournal.com]

You owe me more then a couple at this point dear.

[asakura-flower.livejournal.com]

'Kay.

[soul-on-light.livejournal.com]

Auntie will be home when she can, Hana.

[asakura-flower.livejournal.com]

Sure.

[soul-on-light.livejournal.com]

[...]

I love you, Hana.

[asakura-flower.livejournal.com]

'Kay, you too.

[locked to Hoshi]

[shinken-blue.livejournal.com]

I could tell something happened. I didn't know what for sure, but I could tell.

I could try to sneak in on my own once... Get an idea as to how to get to the inn and the onsen without being seen. I know it's not ideal, but you know I can defend myself... I could leave V-Mon to help watch over you to help you recover while I'm away...

Yes, I know it's a stupid idea. But it would be just for a few days.

[locked to Ryuunosuke]

[soul-on-light.livejournal.com]

Mm. It was really bad, and I'm sorry that I came back in such a state. I tried to keep my wits about me, but it turned out to not be what I expected. I'm sorry, again.

Could be risky, however... Hm. I know that there is a lightpost near the onsen itself, so that will help eliminate that obstacle, however I am not sure of the Hinata Inn. When I went to go help Colette to the inn itself, I made sure to keep myself cloaked at all times and even went to my masculine voice. As for V-Mon, you should take him in case if anything happens. I can put protective wards on the place we are on now. If that doesn't work, I can fight bare handed as well as with my dagger, if need be.

How long do you wager it'll take?

[locked to Hoshi]

[shinken-blue.livejournal.com]

Don't worry. As long as you are safe, that's what matters. I promised I would take care of you, and that's what I'll do.

I understand it's risky, and I have the lightpost data you gave me when I first arrived, so it should still be go. As far as keeping myself hidden, that's easy enough. After all, I am able to perform Onnagata better than I was back in my world. I've spoken with Kabukimon in private about the situation and he's said that he has my stand in ready and is prepared to say I've fallen ill. As far as keeping yourself safe, do that. Make it so that it's sort of like with vampires, allowed in only if you or I let them in. Just don't use too much energy to make them. You're still recovering after all.

As I said a few days... Week at maximum. I don't want to be there longer than I have to. Perhaps I'll meet a couple of the others while I am there.

[locked to Ryuunosuke]

[soul-on-light.livejournal.com]

Mm. One day, I will pay you back for all the work you've done in helping to keep me safe, Ryuunosuke. Trust me on that.

Okay. I'll still worry about you, though. You know I will. As for using too much energy, it'll be fine. They don't take that much energy to use or to make. I guess what I can do for you in the meantime is see if someone will help in keeping you safe, Ryuunosuke.

Alright, but still. Please be safe.

[locked to Hoshi]

[shinken-blue.livejournal.com]

You don't have to pay me back. I don't expect it from anyone. I do it because I want to, not because I have to.

I'll be safe. Don't worry.

I'll be sure he stays safe, Hoshi-sama.

[locked to Ryuunosuke]

[soul-on-light.livejournal.com]

Well, alright, if you say so...

If it's needed, I'll also be going under a disguise. If you see me with black hair and brown eyes, that's why. It'll be temporary, of course.

...s-sama? Ah, the only one that really calls me that is Reiko, so...

[fireybrush.livejournal.com]

... What will you do now, Hoshi?

[soul-on-light.livejournal.com]

Rest for now, and then when I feel like I can fight again, I'll join in however I can to help fix what is going on.

See, why I didn't just easily dodge the stupid debris from the fallout was because of something that works against us shaman in my world. It's called furyoku exhaustion and it happens when we use too much of it. It's highly warned against, as well.

[fireybrush.livejournal.com]

A... Ah...

I presume you're in a safe place?

[soul-on-light.livejournal.com]

Yes, and I will be remaining here until so.

[fireybrush.livejournal.com]

... Just stay safe, please Hoshi...

[soul-on-light.livejournal.com]

I will! You know me, I'm too stubborn to die!