leggymaru | rw percy aka jumpy-san

[He shakes his head.]

She touched what was on the desk, but said she didn't want to disturb him because of how he was bent, that it may be important. It felt like Zero-san was as close to him as I was, but she wasn't kneeling with me.

I'm just... confused. As to why she would be sick, but Zero-san would not. Unless... Zero-san had taken an antidote last night like I had. I don't think Muzet-san is pretending to be ill. If she had been there... But Escha-san said she remembers Aizawa-san attacking her...?

[Again, he shakes his head.]

I'm sorry, Junpei-san. Perhaps... I am only overthinking because I'm still unwell. I'm not as smart as elder brother with these kinds of things.

I don't think it's bad to talk it out. It's the only way we get answers to anything, and Escha didn't even remember until I started really asking her questions. It's worth looking into even if it doesn't turn out to be anything at all.

I wish I had an answer for you, but I don't. [Which is frustrating, too.] If she's still acting strange tomorrow, we should talk to her and check in. It may be worth keeping an eye on her.

I can also talk to Zero myself.

[Feeling much the same, he nods.]

Tomorrow. [They’re all tired. It’s easy to table it for now. Better maybe.] Junpei-san...

Would you like some alcohol? Wei Wuxian-san gave me some after I wasn’t able to destroy the demon, when I wasn’t feeling well.

[...his lips twitch into a smile because a.) the offer's sweet and also b.) why is WWX like this.]

...only if you're feeling well enough now to have a glass with me. I'm...trying not to drink alone so much.

[Sometimes you drink by yourself and get haunted by your own thoughts. It's a bad time.]

I will have some with you whenever you'd like.

[Even poisoned.]

Where would you like to go? Perhaps the bar isn't... [Well, the one by the pool. Yikes.] --I know what to do.

Tell me where to meet you. Pick somewhere you'd enjoy relaxing. I'll see you there shortly.

[The first place that comes to mind isn't one he thinks he wants to tell Hizamaru because the aquarium is still sad. So instead, he pauses to think about that.]

Think you can meet me in the lounge on the second basement floor? It's probably empty there.

Yes. [He seems to brighten just slightly despite... there no being much reason to be full bright right now.] I'll meet you there in a bit, Junpei-san.

Please be careful. I won't take long.

I'll hold you to that. [There's a slight smile and he turns to head that way. Time to find a couch and curl up and wait for a puppysword.]

[Puppysword holds up on his promise. He comes wandering up to the lounge maybe fifteen or so minutes after. He has something in his hand, several somethings actually. As he gets closer, Junpei can see he has a bottle of something (hm) and two glasses.

And he looks sort of pleased with himself!]

I'm back, Junpei-san.

[Oh good. Great. He's okay with this because whiskey is a go-to but also who the fuck gave Hizamaru a bottle of bourbon. Junpei's on a couch and curled up watching nothing in particular but his eyes drift toward Hizamaru when he approaches.]

Hey. That was fast. [There's a tired smile and he eyes the bottle curiously.] Not a terrible choice either.

Yes. It was easy.

[Rather than pass off the bottle, he holds out one of the glasses so Junpei can take it. The other, his, he puts down beside him when he sits on the couch opposite Junpei, but facing.] Is it good, Junpei-san? I don't think I have had any before. Sometimes, I wish there was sake. [He peels the wrapping off and then wiggles the corked cap out of the neck.

He holds the bottle out slowly, tipped. He's offering to fill Junpei's glass because... well, he's not a woman, but he's still Japanese.]

The store only had this one, however. I was hoping it was okay.

It should be okay. [Anna is this whiskey cursed. Did something happen. But he allows Hizamaru to pour his glass for him, holding the cup out enough to help.] I found some sake the other day if you want some of that sometime. It took some time, but it's there. This is kind of a stronger taste. More bitter, maybe? But you get used to it.

[I have no idea, but I hope not because it just said BOTTLE OF BOURBON? It's fine...... If it isn't fine, then maybe they both are dead.]

I would like that, Junpei-san. It would be a nice reminder of home.

[Carefully, he pours some of the bourbon into Junpei's glass. He doesn't fill it to the top, but he gives Junpei enough for either a big swallow or a few good sips. When he's finished, then he pours himself some and puts the bottle on the floor out of the way.]

Please let me know if you would like more.

Next time, then. I'll be the one to treat you. [He's fine with the amount and he nods a thanks before taking a sip.] This is fine though. I shouldn't....["Drink too much." The words die on his lips somewhere and he just swallows the bit in his mouth.] This will be alright.

[Paused with the glass below his lips, he blinks at Junpei's hesitation. Afterward, he smiles mildly, a reassuring sort of thing.]

Don't worry. I'll take care of you, Junpei-san.

[Even if that means he has to touch Junpei to drag the man back to the right room--it's fine? It's fine. Finally, he has a sip from his own glass. It's strong? It's strong!! He coughs, short and sudden, after swallowing. The sting makes him wince. He might have to acquire this taste.]

Junpei-san, [a bit hoarsely,] I thought about what you said before. I would like to tell you two things, okay? Did elder brother talk to you about what he saw when he was with Wei Wuxian-san and Kagachi-san?

...I know. I trust you with that. [Which is maybe more than he'd normally say and says enough about where his head is. He looks a little worried when Hizamaru chokes on the strong taste, but he relaxes and nurses his drink when the sword continues.]

Two things...yeah, he did. I spoke to Wei Wuxian, too. And Dick spoke with Kagachi. What they found and what they heard...it was interesting, wasn't it? The hydra theory. And thirteen other entities among the original group.

Mm.

[His head nods in agreement.] Demons can be very tricky, Junpei-san. Like the one elder brother fought a long time ago. [He frowns into his glass before looking up again.]

Tonbokiri-san and I received strange gifts. The shoes. But we also received something else. On the bottom of one was a note; we thought the note was about the shoes, but... the shoes haven't acted peculiar.

The note said: "They are not as they sound."

I keep forgetting some of you have experience from before. [He peers over the rim of his own glass, thoughtful yet sharp all at once.]

When did you receive the shoes? And from where? Do you remember? [...it's odd, because the fact that there's a note in a mystery shoe is unsettling enough.]

"They are not as they sound." Could be a reference to how the demons can look and act exactly like us. Unless you think it may be something else?

It was... after the movies? [For a moment, he looks a little embarrassed.] The performance I had to do with Tonbokiri-san. I thought I had received a strange gift like you did, but... I believe it was from that since Tonbokiri-san also received shoes.

[Gently, his head shakes.]

I'm not sure what it means... which is why I wanted to tell you, Junpei-san. It's odd... that it says "sound" rather than "seem"? Are we meant to be listening for something?

Like the chalk we got after the visit to the lounge. [A prize from the mission. Wow what the hell? That's...surprisingly bold, he thinks, and he goes silent in thought.]

It's possible there's something else we're missing. Have you guys tried wearing them and walking around in them?

Yes. We were a little nervous at first because of the note, but... Nothing happened aside from the shoes having strange wheels on them. I... don't think it's about the shoes.

[His brows furrow.]

Perhaps it's... a piece of something else? Like the notes from before, when we had to put them together. Do you know if someone else has a note...?

[Heelies....]

I don't think so. Or if they have, nobody's mentioned it. The prize Izuminokami and I received didn't come with a note at all. I wonder if it was a hint just for you two.

We already know the demons don't sound evil though, so what...? [He's just pulling on his own face for a moment.] What'd Higekiri say when you told him?

[It's hard for him not to show what he's feeling. Almost immediately, he looks somewhat ashamed, and his head and eyes lower to the glass he fiddles with in his hands. He worries his lips a moment before getting the courage look up again.]

...I haven't told elder brother yet. [His eyes drop.] I wanted... to try to do it on my own, without burdening him.

[Noooo puppysword!! He immediately looks like he regrets asking.]

It's okay. There's really nothing wrong with that, and I won't tell him either. I just didn't know.

[He seems mildly relieved, but not completely.]

I should tell him... [He wants to try to be strong, too, and do some things on his own, but...! Twins, sorta...] I shouldn't keep anything from him. I'll tell him later.

He may have heard something, too.

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