[Open] This Is What Happens After a Month of Sleeping...

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Who: Seto Kaiba & You
What: This is a catch-all for November where I will be adding prompts as the month progresses.
Where: All over
When: Various time periods!
Content Warnings: None currently



The Top-levels will contain the prompts, but I can always add more if you want something specific!

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[menaretrash]

As you should~. [ She's joking, of course. Probably. ] Not... not yet, at least. [ She tries not to make a habit of jumping people, honestly, but that young man really pissed her off. It's even a little embarrassing that she did it in front of Seto to begin with; then again, he'd been the whole reason she'd made that attempt to kick Iwa's ass. ] Why not? If he didn't fight back, that just would have pissed me off more... if I'm wailing on someone, they better at least try to put up a fight. [ There's no way she'd be able to put up with someone who just laid there and took it. Absolutely not.

Once she's returned and things have been settled down properly and as neatly as she can, she picks up the spare pillow and fluffs it up, adding it to the ones he's already leaning against. ]

Still, I'm sorry. Do you feel any better at all? [ She hopes he does, at least. ] Are you hungry? I smuggled some curry from the cafe. I didn't have enough hands to balance coffee though, sorry. [ She pauses, though, because Seto has decided to regale her with his tale. Which is... surprising. What a day this has turned out to be -- not only did she get a rare apology from him earlier, but now, he's actually giving in and telling her what happened.

So, she stops bustling here and there long enough to just sort of plop down onto the floor, propping herself up against the wall and pulling her knees to her chest to make herself comfortable. As she listens, she's quiet, not wanting to interrupt, and she looks... thoughtful. Seto's making it sound like he was a saint through all of this, and yet, even she knows that words like encouraged meant that he was probably snapping at the other boy and being sarcastic.

What she's gathering from this, is simple: both of them were stupid as hell and lost their tempers. Typical. Except... a volleyball was thrown? And Seto at least admits to slamming the other kid into the wall. Okay, then. That's... nothing can really prepare her for what comes next, though. Her eyes widen, and she looks horrified. ]

Oh my God! Seto, that's awful! [ Now, Ann doesn't know a whole lot about the male anatomy. She does know, thanks to watching Ryuji get hit in the balls several times, that it hurts. Just by watching Seto she knows it hurts. It's almost a trope, really -- how many videos exist on the internet of dudes getting hit in the nuts, after all? But that worry from earlier is escalating rapidly. ] Should... should you see someone about that? I don't even know who... I don't think anyone here has any sort of... medical degree...

[ Is she suggesting he get his junk looked at? Absolutely. But she means well! ] I don't know how this sort of thing works [ THANK GOD ] but that is awful and I'm so sorry... w-wait, Blue-san was recording? On what, his phone? You know... I could probably break into his apartment and steal it for you. If it's password protected, then I'd imagine you'd be able to figure out how to hack into it, right? To uh... destroy the 'evidence', so to speak.

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[Conversely, Seto didn't think she had any reason to feel embarrassed. Having reacted swiftly, she'd displayed just how fluidly and graceful she could move while taking her opposition completely by surprise and bypassing the meddlers] ... because I would have- [A look of shock flashed across his features, as he mouth hung open wordlessly. Recovering his composure, he coughed and let the subject drop, hoping she would too.

This is weird, he thought to himself as she inserted the new pillow in with the others.] Quit fussing. [Replying with the only thing he could think off on the fly, not that the pillow wasn't appreciated. He made no motion to remove it]

Marginally. [Answering truthfully and succinctly.] I thought the food was for you. [Something to pass the time as she hovered over him like a hawk. Curry wasn't his favorite dish, but he made do with what was available here. His tastes ran towards pricier dishes, and nothing here was up to that standard.] It's fine, I didn't ask for coffee, did I? [It would have been an added bonus but really he just wanted to tend to his wounds and peace then worry about the rest. It would have been only too easy to clam up and take the out she'd offered him but since she went that far in trying to defend him, and was assisting him now it was easier to convince himself to fess up. Besides, she'd kept his other secrets thus far. As for the apology, that was the only one he's ever issued in the void. Savor it, because the next will be a long time coming]

[Encouraged, was actually a code for I shoved his stupid jock body aside, but yes, the way he related the story made him sound more innocent. It wasn't that he was intentionally trying to mislead so much as he genuinely thought himself to be in the right. It was as skewed as Iwa's retelling would likely be, and the truth lay somewhere in between.

Ann's assessment was the most accurate. It left out such nuances as Seto was feeling extra prickly because of the whole waking out of a coma thing, coupled with the recovering from the immersive nightmares, and being otherwise exhausted. As for Iwa, he was new blood- out of his element and confused having the misfortune to run into a less understanding party.]

[At least Ann didn't laugh when she heard the nature of his injury, but her emphatic response might have been worse. It was a tough call.] You're telling me? [He was the one who had experienced it] ................................ [See someone?.] Who in the hell would I see for that?! [It slipped out before he could stop himself] It's not serious. [Most likely it isn't. Though he didn't know the statistics on this injury he did know that most like incidents didn't require medical attention or hospitalization. There were always exceptions but he was betting on the fact that the concept was too difficult for the void to subject him to]

[Not a soul is getting a peek at his junk] You shouldn't. [Not having the equipment] Mm- the... [bastard] coward. He always has others fight his battles for him. [Recalling the incident with Red at the void party] What I wouldn't give to see him get his...

[Wait. Back up a minute] Not sure what the device is called but I can describe it. [Pokegear looked a bit different afterall] I certainly could. He's a simple person with a simple mind, cracking his code wouldn't task me in the slightest, if he even bothered to set one. [Pondering over this scheme thoughtfully] You'd do that? [Sometimes it pays to know a thief] .. Heh- that won't dig the hole deeper between you and your friends? [Ren and his unanimous decision comment flooding back to mind]

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[ For a few moments, she thinks she heard him wrong. She didn't, though, and she wants him to finish. I would have-- ...what? She knows better than to press it, though, and instead glances off to the side. ] Even still, even if he'd hit me, I'd just have hit him back a million times harder and it would have escalated from there. So it's a good thing that Professor guy stopped me when he did.

[ As she fluffs and adds pillows until she feels better about the position he's sitting in and his comfort level, she flashes him a small smile. ] No. Now shut up and deal with it. [ One more fluff for added measure, too. ]

Marginally is still a little better than earlier, at least. [ She thinks. ] No, because you need to eat, too. Even if you don't eat now, it'll at least be here for you to nibble on later, so you don't have to worry about leaving again until you're feeling better. And no, you didn't ask for it, but I did want to bring you some. [ And hover she shall. At least, until she knows he's actually going to be fine.

She can laugh at a lot of things, but this particular thing is most certainly not one of them. She's horrified at the prospect, and grateful once again to have been born a woman and not a man. She cringes and shakes her head, the frown she wears deepening even further. ]

I mean, I dunno! [ ...Has he even looked to check the damage? She doesn't want to think about it, and yet, there's really no other choice. Is she going to voice these concerns? Maybe. Just... not now. ] I dunno, just... make sure you're okay, you know? Ugh... that's so horrible. I'm so sorry, Seto. I... didn't think guys did that to other guys.

[ The 'bro code', isn't it? Or maybe that's all just a bunch of bullshit. Either way, that 'code' has definitely been broken. ]

...So this wasn't your first go around with Blue, either, then? [ Ah, no wonder Blue had looked so smug... until he saw her storming down the hallway, at least, which was a smart move. ] Tell me what it looks like, and I'll do what I can to break in while he's asleep. I need to make a lock pick or something similar first, though, but that's fine. It gives me a little bit of time to follow him and see what he gets up to when he's awake, and when he falls asleep. Maybe if I'm lucky, I can just... manage to get him to let me 'borrow' it. [ She twirls the end of a pigtail around her fingers, nodding. ] Yeah, of course I would. [ For you, she almost adds, but catches herself before it can become more than a thought at the tip of her tongue. ] ...What they don't know doesn't hurt me, right? [ She'll... deal with Ren later. And whoever else is going to inevitably get involved with whatever talking to she's going to get. ]

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[There were so many ways that line could have ended but the overall implication was clear. It was a threat, issued against Iwa, on Ann's behalf.] It would have escalated. [He confirmed, though he didn't think it would be in the manner she described. Later he would have to sort out his own feelings on the matter and analyze just why he wanted to go on the offensive in this hypothetical scenario.] Heh, the professor. [Rolling his eyes] .. can you believe he wanted us to write it all down and reexamine our emotions?

[Ann was persistent and ended up getting her way, the look she shot him was one of triumph- he thought -but it was also strangely endearing. Ugh, maybe he did need his head examined] This isn't really fair since I'm not really in a position to argue with it.

I'd be better if it didn't happen at all. [Still, he was never one to dwell in the past too long- unless he had a score to settle -so he would stop pouring over the alternative scenarios that could have happened instead. He would just focus on delicious revenge] I would think after being unconscious for who knows how long, you would need sustenance more than I would. [A commentary on her eating habits? Maybe, slightly. Curry wasn't her go to though. Not sweet enough] You're acting as if I'm completely incapacitated. I'm not. I'll be able to maneuver just fine in... a .. little bit.

[Seto was glad she was born a woman and not a man but that was a whole other issue to be addressed at a more appropriate time. Maybe]

Make sure. [He repeated haughtily with a huff and a stern glare. That clearly fell into the 'it's none of your business whether I did or didn't' category and he was letting her know it. Please, don't try to visualize what might have occurred while you were absent Ann, really.] Only brainless barbarians aim for such a cheap shot. He clearly falls into that designation.

[It was effective as a tactic, but lacked class. It should be only be reserved for a desperate act when someone's life might actually be in danger.... because it is against all the codes of regular combat!]

[Having outted himself, in a sense, Kaiba huffed again and looked straight ahead to focus on the opposite wall. He did not go into detail about previous altercations with Blue. At least he had the pleasure of watching Blue retreat like a startled rabbit when Ann appeared.] I can do even better than that, hand me that pad of paper over there.. [Nodding to the side table] .. and I'll draw a diagram. [He reached into his coat and pulled out a pen, twirling it with a flourish because getting back at Blue would make his day] Oh- you could. I'm sure he'd just hand it over to you in time. [You can be pleasant to people, I can't. To that last line he smirked, appreciating that she could think and act on her own independent of her friends.] When I'm in a position to- I'll see that you're compensated for your efforts. [In whatever form that takes. This was Kaiba- showing gratitude, in the only way he knew how]

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[ That much she gets, at least, and the knowledge fills her chest with a warm sensation. Granted, she's glad things didn't get to that point, at least she is now. ] Well... I mean, I see where he was coming from with that. The problem is that it really doesn't do anyone any good, because there are no laws or law enforcement to you know, do anything about that. Which, in this scenario, isn't a bad thing. [ ...Is she over analyzing life with police here? Absolutely. She's a thief, after all. ]

I think it's very fair. Besides, once I'm sure you're fine, I'll be out of your hair, so chill and enjoy your pillow fluffing. [ Yes, this is entirely fair, and she's very much enjoying herself, thanks. It's been a while since she's had anyone to take care of. ]

Agreed! But, at least it's over, right? [ His quip gets him a snort, though, and she places a hand on her hip. ] Please, I spend days in a place that's made up entirely of cognitive [ She wants to say bullshit here, but she refrains-- ] thoughts of the nastiest variety. I don't need any sort of sustenance... you, on the other hand, have not only been unconscious, but immediately had to expend energy in a brawl. [ Because she definitely didn't expend energy doing shit, okay. She was running on pure anger at that moment. ] And yes, I'm very aware that you'll be fine after a little while. But the option is here, at least, if you don't want to go out again.

[ The look he gives her has her putting both hands up in a placating gesture, because yeah, she's not going to comment on it again. It's his problem at the end of the day, and if he thinks it's fine, then, it's fine. ] I think... had the things that we'd just been through not have been so fresh, things may have turned out a little differently for both of you. I think that you were both in the wrong place at the wrong time, unfortunately.

[ Because, yes, she does feel a little guilty about jumping a stranger, especially a newbie who had clearly been confused and upset and running on his emotions. Wrong place, wrong time indeed. ]

...That bad, huh? [ Now she just looks amused, because she can't even begin to fathom what Seto and Blue have gotten to here. She's never seen either of them interact up until this point, and Blue had ducked back into his apartment before she could unleash her ungodly rage on him, too. Humming, she shifts around enough to be able to grab the pad of paper he's requested, before she hands it over to him. ] Perfect. If we can do this, he'll never even realize anything's happened to his stuff, other than he suddenly doesn't have a video of what he probably thought was a funny ordeal. [ Heaving a sigh, she moves to sit properly again, although this time she tucks her knees off to the side to sit more like a lady, at least. ] Just... feel better, and that'll be compensation enough for me, thanks.

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[It wouldn't have been pretty, especially not with the mob that had gathered round. Statistically, the odds had shifted against them courtesy of all the interference. The way it ended wasn't ideal but necessary] Of course you do.. [Go on, side with the old geezer] Trying to institute order without any real authority would just be met with contention. [As she'd witnessed] .. Ideally, it will never get to the point where we truly need such an institution. [Not overly fond of the police either, since in his experience they haven't been the most useful]

[Grunting to that, he made his mild displeasure known, but he didn't inhibit her pillow fluffing further.]

A small consolation. [.. but it isn't over. Not until he says it is. This is the beginning, one small ripple radiating out from the center. Iwa will be a dead man. Metaphorically speaking. It might not seem like it, but he's noting the additional information he's receiving about the cognitive verse. It's like those gamers that get too invested in their mmos to take regular breaks.. granted more serious. The enemies the thieves faced certainly wouldn't let them call a time out to take care of their other needs.] You're so stubborn.. [One to talk.] Right. Fine. It's there in case I have a sudden hankering... [Huff]

[Her defensive stance does the trick of getting him to drop his penetrating stare, but he's none too pleased with the excuses that follow either.] I have a feeling, anywhere that guy shows up is the wrong place and the wrong time.

[Iwa totally deserved what he got, and more. Own it.]

That bad. [He affirmed. Accepting the paper and implement he takes to sketching along the top page. He's so focused on the task that he doesn't look up until it's completed. Oh, he liked the way she was thinking. The stealthy approach would protect them both from immediate retaliation. Blue would never figure out what happened to it and have no one to blame.] That would be for the best. I only lament that I won't be able to see the look on his face when he realizes it's gone. [That's pushing it though, so he won't harp on it. Passing the sketch over to her, he met her eyes with his.] I can come up with something better than just that. Don't worry about it.