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DOWNTIME MINGLE / TEAM BUILDING #9
DOWNTIME MINGLE #9
▶ 001. WINNER'S CIRCLE.
The Outsiders have returned to a base that looks far healthier than the one that was left behind, and the decorations reflect the success of the latest missions. With the staff mostly recovered from their bout of flu, the decorations are back in full force, a celebration of the heroic achievements of the Angels against their own.
The less said about that the better.
Some things don't change, however, and the fresh food is at the ready, with only some of the meat looking questionable in a gentle change of pace. Another familiar sight is the bulletin board, though these particular results might come with more of a heavy heart than usual:
FIRST BATTLE:
HONORARY BABYGIRL (K.O.)
KIJYO & AUO (600)
SECOND BATTLE:
GOLDILOCKS (K.O.)
DESTINY & GREATVALUE (600)
The return of the Outsiders and the rebuilding of the base has led to an almost accidental rebranding of some of the fashion choices from the citizens of Neo Tokyo. A new trend has washed over the hip youth, leaving some of the outlet stores scrambling to keep up with the ensuing demand; chokers are now in, especially those affixed with little metal shapes - Xs, Os and, strangely, a cat paw...? Each to their own!
Some of the more eccentric of the fashionistas have worked magic on their chokers, matching it with the technology of the modern world, allowing for yellow-green sparks of electricity to cross along and around the band. When asked about it, all they'll say is they want to show "Setsuna-kun" their pride.
One of the more famous of the entrepreneurs, dressed in the finest of the new aesthetics, has also published her newest work to (varying) critical acclaim! A series of short comics have been distributed under the pen name PINKLIZARDLVR, detailing the star-crossed romance of a beautiful young woman and her monstrous partner, the highs and lows of making the relationship work and the horror at the revelation of the truths of their relationship. The front cover boasts a full art page, the tagline reading 'I know what you are...'
When shopping for your latest piece of literature, you might also find a new brand of chocolate on sale and flying off the shelves. These coins have a very particular golden glow, and can sometimes be mistaken for the real thing if you're willing to risk the attempt. The children of Neo Tokyo are particularly impressed with the new currency in circulation, especially since vendors who are accidentally given possession of them seem more than willing to throw them aside for the nearest hand to catch.
Children aren't just obsessing over chocolate lately, not with the new action figure on the market with its own special edition - you can buy the standalone, or the limited run that comes with an automaton, both of which have moveable parts! Part of the novelty is building the toys themselves, almost like putting together a custom robot at home, and the other part is trying to chase down that limited edition version rumored to have voice lines. If you're lucky, you might hear a soft echo of Yes, Absolutely, Handsome.
The real collector's item of the moment is a new line of wooden animals. They're gaining popularity, not just with children, but as a hot collector's item for salarymen too! After work is done, the line for the local toy store is outrageous, a mixture of exasperated parents and half-asleep office workers desperate to get their hands on the latest shipment. People are trading them voraciously, doing all they can to complete their collection, but the rarest and most desired is an off-model cardinal with an eye scratched out.
Beyond the main city hub and out into the quieter areas of the capital, there are some more subtle trends taking place. Local shrines have picked up on the 'gold coin' fascination in the younger generations and fashioned their own wearable five-yen pieces, for earrings and bracelets. Each purchase is relatively cheap, but in the 'terms and conditions' on the sign promoting the sale is a sentence written in small font: 5% of profits go to our Destiny.
The less said about that the better.
Some things don't change, however, and the fresh food is at the ready, with only some of the meat looking questionable in a gentle change of pace. Another familiar sight is the bulletin board, though these particular results might come with more of a heavy heart than usual:
FIRST BATTLE:
HONORARY BABYGIRL (K.O.)
KIJYO & AUO (600)
SECOND BATTLE:
GOLDILOCKS (K.O.)
DESTINY & GREATVALUE (600)
The return of the Outsiders and the rebuilding of the base has led to an almost accidental rebranding of some of the fashion choices from the citizens of Neo Tokyo. A new trend has washed over the hip youth, leaving some of the outlet stores scrambling to keep up with the ensuing demand; chokers are now in, especially those affixed with little metal shapes - Xs, Os and, strangely, a cat paw...? Each to their own!
Some of the more eccentric of the fashionistas have worked magic on their chokers, matching it with the technology of the modern world, allowing for yellow-green sparks of electricity to cross along and around the band. When asked about it, all they'll say is they want to show "Setsuna-kun" their pride.
One of the more famous of the entrepreneurs, dressed in the finest of the new aesthetics, has also published her newest work to (varying) critical acclaim! A series of short comics have been distributed under the pen name PINKLIZARDLVR, detailing the star-crossed romance of a beautiful young woman and her monstrous partner, the highs and lows of making the relationship work and the horror at the revelation of the truths of their relationship. The front cover boasts a full art page, the tagline reading 'I know what you are...'
When shopping for your latest piece of literature, you might also find a new brand of chocolate on sale and flying off the shelves. These coins have a very particular golden glow, and can sometimes be mistaken for the real thing if you're willing to risk the attempt. The children of Neo Tokyo are particularly impressed with the new currency in circulation, especially since vendors who are accidentally given possession of them seem more than willing to throw them aside for the nearest hand to catch.
Children aren't just obsessing over chocolate lately, not with the new action figure on the market with its own special edition - you can buy the standalone, or the limited run that comes with an automaton, both of which have moveable parts! Part of the novelty is building the toys themselves, almost like putting together a custom robot at home, and the other part is trying to chase down that limited edition version rumored to have voice lines. If you're lucky, you might hear a soft echo of Yes, Absolutely, Handsome.
The real collector's item of the moment is a new line of wooden animals. They're gaining popularity, not just with children, but as a hot collector's item for salarymen too! After work is done, the line for the local toy store is outrageous, a mixture of exasperated parents and half-asleep office workers desperate to get their hands on the latest shipment. People are trading them voraciously, doing all they can to complete their collection, but the rarest and most desired is an off-model cardinal with an eye scratched out.
Beyond the main city hub and out into the quieter areas of the capital, there are some more subtle trends taking place. Local shrines have picked up on the 'gold coin' fascination in the younger generations and fashioned their own wearable five-yen pieces, for earrings and bracelets. Each purchase is relatively cheap, but in the 'terms and conditions' on the sign promoting the sale is a sentence written in small font: 5% of profits go to our Destiny.
▶ 002. STATE OF THE BASE.
Finally, the Neo Tokyo base has been repaired. After being attacked on the inside by a fearsome kaiju known as the Imugi, Outsiders had been temporarily housed in a back up base located in Kyoto. With the repairing of the base, LILITH was also able to renovate and improve the base with some new additions. Although most of them are still getting the finishing touches done, Outsiders are free to explore them as they like.
1.) Kaiju Kafe (Across from cafeteria): A casual cafe across the hall from the cafeteria, if Outsiders are not feeling the free cafeteria food, they may explore options at the Kaiju Kafe! The restaurant serves casual dining with better ingredients for a price. The menu is still in the works, but you can ask the head chef, Laios Touden, for any samples that he might be working on. This week is their soft opening and the menu consists of crispy coconut crab stir fry, roasted Yama-Kujira meat on artificial bread, lab grown fruit salad and steamed rice. They are hiring chefs and waiters!
2.) Room Variety: Now that the rooms are remade, they are now upgraded to be small suites that consist of a kitchenette, a small open area, and a loft. It's small but cozy (or cramped, depending on how your character views it). When the rooms are rebuilt, they'll start off with some basic starter furniture and can get a hologram upgrade for a quick fix, but they will be free to decorate it on their own with their own money. In the library, Outsiders will be able to find some decorating and small-space style guides to help give them a creative push!
3.) Game Room (Next to Simulation Arena): A recreation room was added, so characters can relax and mingle together. There will be some retro game systems (SNES, Wii, the Playstation 12, and so on) along with more traditional games like board games, cards, and so on. It runs 24/7 and has a variety of vending machines for late snack drinks and snacking.
4.) Improved Medical Bay: In general, the medical wing will have shared rooms for space/efficiency reasons, but they will set some space aside for private rooms for those who may require them. There will be a small couch for guests to sleep on, if they need to stay close.. Dr. Spim and the medical staff are also excited to introduce new Nursing Robots, who will be helping out. They'll mostly do basic tasks like check in patients, collect info, issue prescriptions, and assist the real doctors/nurses.
5.) Communal Kitchen: Outsiders can also still use the base's cafeteria for this, or they can use the new base restaurant. While resources can still be scarce at times, and ingredients can be limited, they aren’t always impossible to get things, especially if Outsiders work together to get them (like with Raidou's Okinawa farm project).
Outsiders may spend time exploring these upgrades and seeing the improvements on base in their spare time. Maybe sit down and start planning out your new rooms while in the Kaiju Kafe, or kick back for some Maria Kart to decimate your teammates! (As friends, of course!) This are all improvements that were crowdfunded from this post. Thank you all for your efforts!
ADDENDUM: As part of the base upgrades/repairs, the housing for Outsiders has been reshuffled - take a look to see who your new neighbors are!
1.) Kaiju Kafe (Across from cafeteria): A casual cafe across the hall from the cafeteria, if Outsiders are not feeling the free cafeteria food, they may explore options at the Kaiju Kafe! The restaurant serves casual dining with better ingredients for a price. The menu is still in the works, but you can ask the head chef, Laios Touden, for any samples that he might be working on. This week is their soft opening and the menu consists of crispy coconut crab stir fry, roasted Yama-Kujira meat on artificial bread, lab grown fruit salad and steamed rice. They are hiring chefs and waiters!
2.) Room Variety: Now that the rooms are remade, they are now upgraded to be small suites that consist of a kitchenette, a small open area, and a loft. It's small but cozy (or cramped, depending on how your character views it). When the rooms are rebuilt, they'll start off with some basic starter furniture and can get a hologram upgrade for a quick fix, but they will be free to decorate it on their own with their own money. In the library, Outsiders will be able to find some decorating and small-space style guides to help give them a creative push!
3.) Game Room (Next to Simulation Arena): A recreation room was added, so characters can relax and mingle together. There will be some retro game systems (SNES, Wii, the Playstation 12, and so on) along with more traditional games like board games, cards, and so on. It runs 24/7 and has a variety of vending machines for late snack drinks and snacking.
4.) Improved Medical Bay: In general, the medical wing will have shared rooms for space/efficiency reasons, but they will set some space aside for private rooms for those who may require them. There will be a small couch for guests to sleep on, if they need to stay close.. Dr. Spim and the medical staff are also excited to introduce new Nursing Robots, who will be helping out. They'll mostly do basic tasks like check in patients, collect info, issue prescriptions, and assist the real doctors/nurses.
5.) Communal Kitchen: Outsiders can also still use the base's cafeteria for this, or they can use the new base restaurant. While resources can still be scarce at times, and ingredients can be limited, they aren’t always impossible to get things, especially if Outsiders work together to get them (like with Raidou's Okinawa farm project).
Outsiders may spend time exploring these upgrades and seeing the improvements on base in their spare time. Maybe sit down and start planning out your new rooms while in the Kaiju Kafe, or kick back for some Maria Kart to decimate your teammates! (As friends, of course!) This are all improvements that were crowdfunded from this post. Thank you all for your efforts!
ADDENDUM: As part of the base upgrades/repairs, the housing for Outsiders has been reshuffled - take a look to see who your new neighbors are!
▶ 003. TEAM GET-ALONG.
It's been a while, and maybe some Outsiders remember the Get Along handcuffs from last year. They are back, now, but this time with a twist! Like before, Outsiders will be required to check in with Commander Yamakawa when she asks for them to arrive in the Simulation Arena. A metal device will place a small, metal device on their wrists.
With a push of a button, two characters will be linked together by the wrist by a pair of invisible handcuffs. Before, these devices will unlatch after 48 hours, but this time, they will not unlatch until the characters do three of the following (yes, all three!)
1. Confess a secret to the other person.
2. Compliment something about them, appearance or otherwise.
3. Hug Them.
Once both Outsiders have completed all three tasks, the handcuffs will break free.
With a push of a button, two characters will be linked together by the wrist by a pair of invisible handcuffs. Before, these devices will unlatch after 48 hours, but this time, they will not unlatch until the characters do three of the following (yes, all three!)
1. Confess a secret to the other person.
2. Compliment something about them, appearance or otherwise.
3. Hug Them.
Once both Outsiders have completed all three tasks, the handcuffs will break free.
▶ 004. TRAFFIC JAMS & ROCK BANDS.
Recent reports have filtered out from LILITH that a pair of major traffic jams have stopped all transport of supplies, equipment, and individuals in Neo Tokyo. Two major thoroughfares have been blocked for half a day before Outsiders have been given the alert, and Commander Yamakawa’s instructions filter out to all outsiders.
“It seems that with all the recent chaos, we have more Kaiju in Neo Tokyo than anticipated. These aren’t destroying anything, though. It looks like they might be stuck. Our scientists have identified that they may be best released to the water after they have been analyzed, but getting them to move might be.. tricky.”
Outsiders will be given information about these Kaiju, the Xiphosuransus. They look like a giant horseshoe crab. There is no sign of rift energy or rifts nearby.. Where did they come from? Observations have concluded that the Kaiju are not hostile, and generally don’t attack anyone or anything, but they can be fairly uncoordinated on land, there are concerns about it crushing civilians. They have also been reacting strongly to the music playing from advertising billboards to hint that maybe music is the key to motivate them to move.
LILITH is asking outsiders to treat them with care and see if they can move them out of town without disrupting traffic too much. Outsiders who are interested in escorting the payload– I mean, the kaiju– will find that there are two of these kaiju across the region. One in Akihabara and another in Ikebukuro. Since they are not hostile, LILITH is asking Outsiders to bring them to base to be analyzed (not killed, Yamakawa promises.) Perhaps something about these docile giants can give LILITH more information about rifts and kaiju. Successful Outsiders will receive a payment for their efforts, and the one in Ikebukuro will be worth more money because of one obstacle: somehow it got flipped on its back, and because of its broken stinger, it is unable to move back on its feet. It will require more effort.
(Outsiders who are interested in helping corral the Xiphosuransus should comment in the box below. Generally, teams of 3-4 Outsiders is best. Come up with a plan for how the Outsiders will get the kaiju to move, and two teams will be selected as successful! Please make your submissions by 7/25. Unlike our RNG events, we will be looking at both the method to moving the kaiju and the music choice picked as they both have different tastes in music!)
“It seems that with all the recent chaos, we have more Kaiju in Neo Tokyo than anticipated. These aren’t destroying anything, though. It looks like they might be stuck. Our scientists have identified that they may be best released to the water after they have been analyzed, but getting them to move might be.. tricky.”
Outsiders will be given information about these Kaiju, the Xiphosuransus. They look like a giant horseshoe crab. There is no sign of rift energy or rifts nearby.. Where did they come from? Observations have concluded that the Kaiju are not hostile, and generally don’t attack anyone or anything, but they can be fairly uncoordinated on land, there are concerns about it crushing civilians. They have also been reacting strongly to the music playing from advertising billboards to hint that maybe music is the key to motivate them to move.
█ █ █ MONSTER DEBRIEF SHEET
NAME: Xiphosuransus
HEIGHT: 12m
WEIGHT: 1000 tons
CLASS: Non-threat
LOCATION: Akihabara, Ikebukuro, Neo Tokyo, Japan
ABILITIES: This kaiju has a protective shell and can hide from most threats. It has no teeth, claws, and its stinger is harmless. It's only purpose is to flip itself back over.
WEAKNESSES: Being tipped on its back and unable to move, attacked on its vulnerable stomach through any sharp object.
EXTRA NOTES: LILITH has specified this kaiju WILL NOT be killed. Hurting it could cause disciplinary action. This kaiju seems to be attracted to music and can even be seen "shaking" to certain beats (it's dancing.)
RIFT EFFECTS: None.
█ █ █ ATTACHED PHOTO:
LILITH is asking outsiders to treat them with care and see if they can move them out of town without disrupting traffic too much. Outsiders who are interested in escorting the payload– I mean, the kaiju– will find that there are two of these kaiju across the region. One in Akihabara and another in Ikebukuro. Since they are not hostile, LILITH is asking Outsiders to bring them to base to be analyzed (not killed, Yamakawa promises.) Perhaps something about these docile giants can give LILITH more information about rifts and kaiju. Successful Outsiders will receive a payment for their efforts, and the one in Ikebukuro will be worth more money because of one obstacle: somehow it got flipped on its back, and because of its broken stinger, it is unable to move back on its feet. It will require more effort.
(Outsiders who are interested in helping corral the Xiphosuransus should comment in the box below. Generally, teams of 3-4 Outsiders is best. Come up with a plan for how the Outsiders will get the kaiju to move, and two teams will be selected as successful! Please make your submissions by 7/25. Unlike our RNG events, we will be looking at both the method to moving the kaiju and the music choice picked as they both have different tastes in music!)
▶ 005. OPEN FORUM.
While LILITH has spent much of the month tending to the civilians, LILITH also wants to give Outsiders a space to just chat and put out their feelings. Apparently some of you have some big ones to share. Once more, they will find the trusty forum reopened for everyone to participate in.
On the forum, they will have several headers, including general topics such as hobbies, or life advice, to even popularized internet sensations such as AITA. As LILITH encourages everyone to post, those with worries or thoughts on their mind may discover them already uploaded. Oops.
While it may clearly be another prank by everyone's favorite LILITH personnel, it's clear that it also has a practical use too. People will find headers for information and other happenings on base and are able to discuss freely.
[ Note: Feel free to use this as a general text option! Characters who may not be willing to engage are free to presume their thoughts are posted right up in whatever format is comfortable for everyone, whether that be AITA, or general/relationship advice.
You can use the coding below or come up with your own! We have also come up with some headers.
EVERLIGHT
REVELATION
BRIMSTONE
REDEMPTION
On the forum, they will have several headers, including general topics such as hobbies, or life advice, to even popularized internet sensations such as AITA. As LILITH encourages everyone to post, those with worries or thoughts on their mind may discover them already uploaded. Oops.
While it may clearly be another prank by everyone's favorite LILITH personnel, it's clear that it also has a practical use too. People will find headers for information and other happenings on base and are able to discuss freely.
[ Note: Feel free to use this as a general text option! Characters who may not be willing to engage are free to presume their thoughts are posted right up in whatever format is comfortable for everyone, whether that be AITA, or general/relationship advice.
You can use the coding below or come up with your own! We have also come up with some headers.
EVERLIGHT
REVELATION
BRIMSTONE
REDEMPTION
r/AntiCapitalism
u/EIJI • 
• 1d
ISO: A funky chair to fit my new room!
ISO
I'm looking for something to fit my new room, maybe an old-style chair, like from before the kaiju attacks! If it has a weird pattern, all the better, can anyone help?
r/LILITHonBASE
u/SpimMeRightRound • 
• 1d
Has anyone heard those weird sounds on base?
Creepy
Social
Community
Last night I spent too much time in the rec room, and I heard the weirdest noises. Honestly? It sounded like a Kaiju was making a mess in the bathroom. I've never heard anything like it. I asked another guy down the hall if he heard it, and he said yes. So what gives? Has anyone else heard this? Someone has to know what the source of the horrible sounds was, right? Did anyone else die? Are we haunted? Or did a kaiju get in the building during construction???
▶ 005. AFTERWORD.
This is Downtime Mingle / Team Building #9. All comments in this event count for 2 points towards July AC. If you have any further questions, feel free to ask them below.
EVENT BREAKDOWN/RECAP (CLICK TO EXPAND)
1. WINNER'S CIRCLE: The Neo Tokyo base now renovated, new trends are hitting the streets from our latest kaiju winners!
2. STATE OF THE BASE: An update on the base and it's renovations. Please give it a good read and make note of it! Room upgrades, an onsite restaurant, improve recreation area, etc.
3. TEAM GET-ALONG: Characters who have not been getting along will be handcuffed together until they complete three tasks: admit a secret, compliment the other person and also give them a hug.
4. TRAFFIC JAMS & ROCK BANDS: Giant horseshoe crab kaijus have appeared in Akihabara and Ikebukuro! LILITH wants to research them since they seem docile and drawn to music. Can your team figure out what kind of music each one likes and lure it back to base?
5. OPEN FORUM.: Asking advice or letting out your frustrations online is always super healthy (texting prompt.)
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But since she doesn't seem irked or anything, he's all smiles and silliness.]
Aw, boooo~ You're no fun at all!
[Clearly he doesn't mean that, as he's laughing as well.]
Ah... Yeah, I suppose that would've made more sense, huh...? But I was thinking we could give these away as party favors at the wedding! Kind of a little gift of myself to everyone, y'know? A token of luck as thanks for their well wishes.
[Since everyone will be congratulating them. Though he knows Hiyori supports him; hell, she's his biggest supporter, both here and back home. The love of his life.]
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on the other hand!! his idea and talking about something he wants to do for the wedding practically has her beaming, smiling like those glimmering coins. ]
So that's what you're doing.
... Got it. Alright. Let's strike a deal with the vendor then. Mr. Vendor-san!!
[ AS IF THEY AREN'T CHEAP look she's frugal ok ]
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Seeing her get all bright and beautiful like that warms his heart so much that he almost gives up on purchasing his goods right then and there in order to swing her about and smooch her. Luckily he controls himself.]
Uh huh! [Nodding eagerly, he startles slightly at her sudden gungho attitude but mimics her all the same.] Vendor-saaaan~!
[He knows they're gonna be nickle and dime-ing the poor fellow to death, but what Hiyori wants, Hiyori gets, so long as he can make it happen.]
We'll take all these, please!
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well, maybe a little. since it's pda being surrounded by the other people purchasing their goods.
vendor-san looks SHOOKETH that a couple wants to buy everything all sale. oh, it's the guy that's already nearly purchased all his stock. hiyori nudges yato in the side with her elbow. ]
What he means is we're interested in purchasing in bulk! So we were wondering if there's a possibility of a deal?
[ ".... this guy damn near bought out my stock already. look at him."
for full price. ]
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Thank the heavens he's not avoiding her anymore, at least. That was an awful time for them both.
Poor dude just can't catch a break. First this weirdo already wearing tons of coinage shows up wanting to buy more, actually positively obsessed with the trinkets, then his apparent girlfriend joins the fray to weasel money out of him! To say Vendor-san isn't amused would be an understatement.]
Er, right right! You see, we're gonna be married soon, and we'd like to get them as souvenirs for our guests!
[Although it doesn't seem to move the fellow too much, he finally concedes with a grunt. "I'll give you my wholesaler's discount, how's that?" How much is up for debate, but considering Yato was about to buy everything at full price, any deal is good.]
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and, yes, she's very happy he's done with avoiding her. that was a big sad time.
if he's making a profit, shouldn't it be fine? she's not trying to WEASEL MONEY OUT OF HIM. she's trying to save money while also supporting a local business. ok!!
she should pay full price... but yato already did for most and their funds are practically joint! hiyori's smile goes a bit nervous at vendor-san's nonplussed look.
she should take the deal. any discount is better than what yato paid. ]
And, um, what's... the wholesaler's discount?
[ "1%." ]
ONE PERCE-
[ calm down, hiyori. times are rough right now for everyone. he's definitely fucking with them. he's exploiting the fad for sure. ]
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Haha~ Thriftyori is both the bane of sellers everywhere and a boon to the economy! Though he knows he's terrible with money management, so it's true that their funds are pooled together; he lets Hiyori hand their expenses while he brings in some of the bacon.
She should take whatever they can get, but really... that does sound like an awfully low discount. Yato can't blame her for that reaction, even if he gently pats her arm with a sheepish smile.]
It's okay, Hiyori. We've got enough saved with my new job. Let's just pay the man?
[Ever the sucker, huh? Though in this case it's more for the sake of peace and hopefully not having to arrest her for assaulting the vendor...
......
Although that could be fun, cuffing her.]
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listen, after medical school??? DO YOU KNOW HOW EXPENSIVE MEDICAL SCHOOL IS YATO?! he does bring in some more bacon these days. they're a bonafide double income household.
hiyori's grinding her teeth, jaw set, frowning. looking just a bit scary as she gives the vendor a stare down until yato interrupts.
it's not OKAY. ]
It's the principle of the matter now! [ she whirls on yato, whisper hissing at him. ]
One percent? It's good to support local businesses but this guy...! It's not like you haven't bought half his stock for full price. The least he can do is take us seriously!
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It's that frightening look that has Yato wanting to play mediator, both hands coming up nervously as she turns her ire towards him.]
Is it...? What's the principle...? [He doesn't quite get it (no surprise there) but he wants to support her, since she's his future wife and all.]
Hmm.... Yeah, maybe we could get at least five percent? That would be a bit more fair since we are buying a large amount. [Turning towards the vendor, he indicates all the purchases.] Think we can cut you a better deal? As a gift to a soon to be newly wed couple?
[Yes, he's absolutely playing the bride and bridegroom card. Go with what you've got!]
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[ grumble. pout.
he's playing the card, but the vendor isn't budging much. "you said that," he points out with a sniff. then, "one and a half percent."
he may feel the irritation coming off hiyori in waves. ]
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[It's one hell of a bargaining going on here as Yato tries to win them a little bigger discount while Hiyori seems like she might suplex the dude.
Vendor-san sniffs again, waffling a bit, then-- "Fine. Three percent. That's as high as I'm willing to go."
Sheepishly, Yato nods and leans over to whisper to Hiyori:]
Let's take it while we can, okay?
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hiyori, unfortunately, ignores yato and slams her hand on the table. ]
Four!
[ it startles vendor-san enough that he leans back but narrows his eyes. "changed my mind. I'll do two." ]
Four!
[ "one." ]
Four!
[ "... two." ]
Four!
[ "oioi, do you know how to bar-" ]
Four!
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The slam makes both vendor and Yato jump, but once he sees how determined she is, he switches sides to lean over towards the merchant, whispering in his ear.]
Give up, man. You'll never convince her now... She's set her mind on something and isn't gonna let you get away with anything less.
[After the back and forth continues for another minute or so, he finally glares at her and-- "Three, and not a bit more!" Which gets Yato shaking his head, lamenting the poor fellow's inadvisable decision.]
Your funeral...
1/2
vendor-san is starting to sweat just a little as hiyori's eyes go hard and she leans over the table so he can hear, ]
F. o. u. r.
[ her pronouncing every letter in that word while holding up four fingers between them.
there's a tense silence. ten seconds. fifteen. until, ]
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after that, hiyori smiles. ]
Glad we could come to an agreement, Vendor-san.
[ he grumbles and starts tallying up the price of the rest of his stock.
see, yato? that's how you haggle. NEVER GIVE IN. ]
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Poor vendor stood no chance, really.
Though Yato tries to hide a chuckle behind a hand at the comment about the dude's wife. How fitting considering she's about to become one. Are all wives this scary? Probably not, but damn does it feel like it sometimes!]
Uwaaah~ Hiyori's haggling skills are first-rate...!
[He can't help admiring her fierceness when it comes to money. Once their purchases are tallied up and put in a bag, he takes her by the hand and steers them away with a wave to the man, earning them a grumble and a glare.]
Honestly though, I'm impressed you got him to raise his discount so much, Hiyori.
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it's yato's awe that breaks her out of it and she goes a bit red in the cheeks. ]
Shh, you.
[ it's not just money. it's a lot of things. she's fierce with love. with friends. with her loyalty. with her morals.
she makes sure to thank vendor-san (and maybe comment about his wife sounding like an amazing woman) before following after yato. ]
I could've tried for a higher one. But... I know he's trying to make a living, too. I have no idea what sort of circumstances he lives in, especially here.
But I wasn't going to take that laying down, either.
[ HMPH. ]
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He can't help laughing at her blush, hooking an arm through hers and clasping her hand tightly. No sweaty palms today.]
It's fine~ You were amazing.
[He knows that she's passionate about everything when it comes down to it, especially where he's involved. And money, it seems.]
Yeah, you can't expect everyone to strike a high deal when we're dealing with the effects of kaiju attacks all the time. It wouldn't be fair to nickle and dime him into being broke.
...thanks for sticking up for me, though.
[He gives her hand a squeeze, leaning lightly against her shoulder.]
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though she's still a bit pink in the cheeks, she steps closer to him so her hip bumps his as they walk. her hands grip his arm, hooked onto hers.
scratch that, those cheeks are warming again with his praise. ]
Nngh. [ amazing for being pushy ands stubborn!! at least he's impressed.
and, hey, someone has to be passionate about saving money in this relationship.
she squeezes his hand back and gives his hip another bump, laying her head on his shoulder. as if he needs to thank her for that. it's her job to stick up for him. one she takes seriously. now if only he had been there when she put her foot down in front of fujisaki.
more importantly, ]
You're finally getting the recognition you've been wanting, Yato.
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Happy and content at being so close together, he hums a light tune along the way, gently swinging their hard won prizes in its bag. A happy Hiyori means this is a win-win for him, so he has no complaints.]
Hehe~ You're blushing. [He can't help poking a bit of fun at her, all smiles and sunshine. He's grateful for all her hard work and effort in making sure they save wherever they can.
With her head resting upon his shoulder, he carefully nuzzles at her hair, turning his head enough to plant a kiss there before resuming watching where they're going. Wouldn't do to trip and fall! Though yeah, it is a shame he couldn't see her stand up to his father. That would've been something else, for sure.]
Yeah... I am. You don't know how happy that makes me. [And yet... He doesn't sound super thrilled about it.] It... doesn't feel like I thought it would, y'know? I expected to be filled with unbridled glee, and yet... I think I treasure your support more than everyone else's combined.
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[ what is "it"? for now, a knuckle in the side before they settle in again and take a stroll around the small crowds of people. it's one of the most normal this new tokyo has felt.
and she's comfortable enough she doesn't get too flustered over the pda along the streets. it's mild.
hearing the uncertainty in his voice, she lifts her head and looks at him in confusion. waiting. he carries on and her brow furrows that it's not what he thought
that her support means the most - no words come to mind for that type of honesty from him. she buries her face into his arm a bit. ]
And you think you haven't changed. [ he has.
he has.
it doesn't need to be said, does it? she'll always support him. ]
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[He laughs as she noogies him in the side, wheezing slightly once she lets up. It's not too affectionate or grossly sappy so that they have to worry about getting weird looks, but it still instills him with a warm sense of being loved.
As he tries to articulate his feelings on such a complex subject that's near and dear to his heart, he starts blushing slightly himself, glancing away from her to stare out across the street.
At least until she hides her face against him, drawing his gaze back with a slightly surprised look.]
I-- [He hesitates again, before a smile breaks out across his face and he nods, suddenly wrapping his arm around her and hugging her close.]
I suppose I have. And I have you to thank for that, Hiyori.
[Stopping, he turns her towards him and leans in to press a chaste kiss to her lips.]
Thank you for helping make me into a better person.
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W - wai -!
[ being hugged like this out in the open is kinda embarrassing!! people are definitely looking now. yato stands out in neo tokyo. people can see him, see her, see them. she doesn't push him away like she would've as a self-conscious teen. she sighs and puts her face close to his neck and her arms around his middle. at least, if people are staring, she won't know.
what he doesn't see is her smile. the sense of accomplishment that floods her that he's starting to believe in himself. like she wanted for so long. even if he thanks her for it in the same breath. she thinks she'll get away with hiding in his clothes for a bit longer until he pulls her out and kisses her, surrounded by people.
practice for the altar, she guesses???? but she's so red, pressing her fingers to her lips. ]
Y - you were always a good person, Yato, but... can we please hold this off until later? People are looking.
[ yep. still shy. ]
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[Blissfully unaware of just how embarrassing it is for her, he still eases up a bit, curiously lifting his head to glance sideways at her. The stares of others feel like they pass right through him, or rather, he's simply impervious to their scrutiny when it comes to showing Hiyori how much he cares.
He misses that smile, knowing and proud all at once, but it's alright. She's right: he's slowly coming to accept the ability to believe in himself is possible, and to actively do so. Although perhaps he shouldn't develop so much confidence if it leads to situations like this, huh...?
With him beaming benevolently at her, happy and content with her blushing up a storm.]
Eh? Ah... I guess they are, huh? Hehe... Sorry. C'mon, then--
[Rather hastily, he takes her by the hand again, leading them off down the street.]
Are you excited? I know I am! Soon I'm gonna get to call you my wife!
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it's been a long time coming, him believing in himself. hard-earned. is it belief in himself that leads to pda tho??
and so they scamper away, she laughs a bit as they leave their audience in the dust. she's breathless behind him, smiling. ]
I'm feeling a lot of things, but one thing stands out the most...
[ it has her squeezing his hand. ]
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