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[secrowtary]

Yes, what's the matter?

[actus]

i haven't exactly told you what i stole back home, have i?

[secrowtary]

I believe you haven't. But why would you bring it up now?

[ Bracing himself for a joke!! ]

[actus]

had a conversation with someone earlier.
kinda got into an argument.
it was a misunderstanding, but it reminded me that not everyone agrees with what i'm doing back home.

[secrowtary]

There always will be people who won't agree no matter what you do. Don't worry about it too much.

1/2

[actus]

i know, and it won't change what i do. it's too important.
i just figured you ought to know.

[ since??? they're dating??? and disclosure is nice? ]

[actus]

so the short version is i steal hearts.
the long version is that i'm part of a group of thieves that can enter the subconscious.
that's where i use byakko and the others.
once we're in someone's mind - a palace - we can see how they perceive the world.
and if we steal the treasure, we can change their heart.
and make them admit their crimes.
it's like flipping a switch, i guess.

[secrowtary]

So this is what you're doing in your free time.

[ This has been an attempt at cheering Akira up a little. ]

Thank you for being honest with me. However...could it be that you doubt yourself and your methods?

[actus]

that, and my three part-time jobs. i told you: i'm a busy guy.

[ har har. ]

there's really no room for doubt. not anymore.
we're trying to change the hearts of the country, they...
believe that a selfish asshole deserves the lead the country, even after admitting to having people murdered.
i can't let that happen.

[secrowtary]

You can change the hearts in a whole country? You do realize how fearsome this power is, right...? You need to be careful. There are many people who would desire that kind of power for their own profit.
Be careful, but...never doubt yourself. And don't let that happen.

[actus]

[ that's... a better response than he expected. better than he often thinks he deserves. ]

we're just kinda removing the distortion so people can see clearly.

[ but that's not the point right now, is it? ]

...thank you.
that really means a lot.
especially from you.
i.

[secrowtary]

In that case, we need to hurry and gather as much energy for Qri as possible. So you can go back and finish it.

[ One more reason to work harder!! ]

You're reckless but I trust your judgment, Akira.

[actus]

[ jesus christ - ]

i didn't mean that. i mean what I'm doing is important, yeah. and i won't slack off.
but i don't want to rush home either.

...does that make sense?

1/2

[secrowtary]

It doesn't.

[secrowtary]

But...I think I understand.

[ He feels the same way, actually. ]

[actus]

♥
do you, ah....

[secrowtary]

A little, yes. I...

[ He can't possibly tell him that he's supposed to go back and assassinate someone. ]

I wonder how is it to slack off...just a bit.

[actus]

[ that could be awkward... ]

well, do you want to slack off with me?
tonight and in general.

[secrowtary]

I can't believe I've really said that.

[ Could it be a change of heart... ]









Yes.

[actus]

you're cute.

... do you want to come over, then?
or just stay over.
indefinitely.

[secrowtary]

Akira...!!!

[actus]

... so is that a no?

[secrowtary]

[ Why does this boy want him dead!! Rude. ]

I'll keep your offer in mind.

[actus]

:)
that's fair.
goodnight then, hibiki.

[ he's stupidly smitten right now. it's a problem. ]

[secrowtary]

Good night, Akira.