December catch all, babyyyy

[menaretrash]

Who: Ann Takamaki + YOU!
What: Random things and maybe a few closed starters. More things to be added during the month tbh.
Where: The apartments, the beach... multiple locations.
When: Throughout the non existent month of December
Content Warnings: N/A, will be updated if anything comes up!

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Takoba Beach fun in the non existent sun!

[menaretrash]

[ How long's it been since she's had a beach trip? Ann's not entirely sure. Yes, Hawaii had been a thing, and they'd taken a day trip to the beach at home at one point to welcome Futaba into their merry little band of thieves and to help her feel more wanted and comfortable among them. Of course, Takoba Beach is definitely not the warm, blue stretch of clear water that Hawaii's beaches have to offer, not in the slightest. But a beach is a beach, and Ann's going to take what she can get.

It's why she's cleared enough trash to at least be able to settle down semi comfortably, stretching herself out to 'sun' herself in the sun that isn't there, but if she pretends it exists, then it exists in her head and really, that's all that matters, right? Besides, since this place has decided to be generous and gift her a few things, it's also a chance to use her bikini. So, here she lays, a pair of red sunglasses over her eyes, just lounging and relaxing to the sound of waves crashing against copious amounts of trash.

It's probably a good thing that there isn't sun, because she may or may not be falling asleep... ]

[bridge_princess]

['Seriously... people show off so much skin these days.'

Parsee was muttering it to herself as she did what she preferred to do on the beach, which was rifle through trash for spare change. Or anything of use, really. Look, she was a bum and a scavenger and if metal detectors were a thing here, she'd totally have one right now.

She did, however, pause to take in the sight of Ann on the beach, sunning herself. Man, times had changed from when she'd been top-side. There was no way in hell you'd get her to wear that little. She'd be entirely too self conscious about it. Clearing her throat, she raised an eyebrow as it kind of looked like Ann might have fallen asleep.]

You aren't worried about those crazy fish coming out of the water at all? Braver than me!.

[menaretrash]

[ Oh, Parsee, you sweet summer child. This is a lot, considering some of the other outfits she's got in her wardrobe at home. Fortunately for everyone, this outfit is needed for a beach day, at least in her opinion, and thus, why she's decided to don it on today of all days.

To be fair, though, Ann probably should have thought this through a little more before just taking up residence on a beach full of trash, but, well. Here they are. She's on the cusp of actually, truly dozing off when she hears someone clear their throat, and immediately, the area around her brightens, signifying that yes, she's very much awake again. She starts even, sitting up enough that her sunglasses skew across her face, and she reaches up to push them up onto the top of her head. ]

Oh! Hi, Parsee-san! [ She blinks, rubbing at her eyes with the back of a hand as she props herself up on an elbow properly. ] Mm? Oh, no... they're not that scary. Mostly. I mean, I guess they kinda are... actually, I didn't really think about that, huh.

[bridge_princess]

[Man, there were bikinis out there that would blow the girl's little Meiji era head. She was barely ready for this.

The darkness that shrouded around Ann faded, leaving the daylight there to do its job, and as she sat up to look at Parsee, the youkai returned the favor with a little laugh and a snort.]

I think they'd be scary if they actually were big enough to swallow one of us, but they're not. They're just annoying and slightly dangerous only not really. I mean it's not like we can die around here after all. Can't imagine what would happen if someone got swallowed.

[She shrugged.]

What are you doing out here anyway? Other than obviously enjoying yourself.

[menaretrash]

[ Good God, what a trip that would be for poor Parsee... and very hilarious, too...

Ann can really only nod to that statement, because yes, she's absolutely right. The small fry fish things aren't too much of a concern, she's learned. They're almost... cute in a homicidal way, really. ]

Yeah! Well, sorta. I mean, they're a little intimidating in numbers, but like, other than that... not really. Do you think there's anything huge out there? [ She gestures with her free hand to the vast, wide open ocean. ] You know, like, shark sized? There could be. Don't think I wanna find out, though...

[ At least, she doesn't want to find out in the form of being eaten, thanks. ]

Oh, nothing, really. I was just trying to simulate a beach trip from home, and uh... then I fell asleep. Nothing spectacular, honestly. What about you? Looking for stuff?

[bridge_princess]

So far, I haven't really seen anything? I'm kind of on the lookout right now for tsukumogami since the whiny little bastards have been showing up lately. [Suuuuch an annoyed grunt.] I think they're appearing here.

The biggest things I've seen so far are one big-ass dragon who was following a guy around, and those flying giraffe things. But give it time. There'll be sharks eventually. Probably about the time this place remembers we actually have to breathe.

Me? Looking for useful parts and the like, and to see if there's any tools around waiting to cause trouble. I knew I shouldn't have been talking them up so much. But better them than Kappa.

[menaretrash]

Are they? That's probably a good thing to know, I didn't know that other things started hanging out here, too. [ Kinda makes her wish she still had access to Carmen. Or, at least, one of her many, MANY guns. ]

Dragons, huh? [ ...One of Seto's? Probably not. ] Oh! The adorable giraffes! I love those things, they're great! I want one as a pet. [ But apparently they only hang out with Seto... and Akechi. ] ...Suddenly, I don't feel it's so safe to go in the water. We may need a bigger boat.

Oooh, not a bad way to spend time, though! Found anything fun yet? Sometimes I'm surprised at some of the things that wash up here. I'm trying to like, expand my bed area, so I've been looking for a second mattress and bed frame...

[bridge_princess]

Eh. Nothing around here obeys the rules. With our luck, it'll be landsharks swimming through the ground, ya know. But yeah, we've had a couple run ins. The broom at the shrine's been tripping people and making loud noises, so I've been calming the little primadonna down.

[She sighed. It was exasperating, but there really were so many worse creatures that were possible from Gensokyo, so she could tolerate those bozos. They were really more annoying than anything... as long as they were solo.]

Not much today. You in ... what is that outfit anyway? Do people wear those at the beach? I haven't been topside for a century, so...

...why do you need a second mattress? Wouldn't that be a little extreme or sprawling out? Unless... [Her eyebrow climbed a little. Relationship gossip senses starting to tingle.]

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Oh my God, that would be the literal worst! Or like, what if they have wings like the giraffes?! Maybe their teeth will be made out of gummy bears... [ ...Please. ] I won't lie... the thought of a broom tripping people is amazing and if I witnessed that I'd probably laugh. You know, assuming no one was hurt.

[ Is she already mentally picturing Akechi falling over a broom? Absolutely. Is she smiling about it? She sure is. ]

Mm? Oh, this is a bikini. Yeah, it's something girls wear to the beach, or to go swimming in any body of water, really. I'm not really sure why, but uh, I was gifted with this earlier, along with a few other articles of clothing from home. Lucky me, I guess!

[ She blinks. ] Sprawling out, for sure. I hate having to be cramped up on that tiny bed, I'd much rather have a huge space to stretch out on. Besides, you never know... maybe we'll get dogs or cats here one day. Then there'd be enough room for a pet! [ She's... oblivious to Parsee's train of thought... ]

[bridge_princess]

[It was Parsee's turn to laugh. Man. For a split second there, she thought yet another person in this place was getting lonely and stir crazy, thinking of shacking up. It was apparently getting more common lately. The comment about dogs and cats, though made her laugh out loud and she reached up to put her hand to her forehead.]

Careful what you wish for there, with my luck you have me around. You might get Nekomata, and those two tailed bastards are a handful. [She sounded amused, though. Honestly, those weren't too bad.] Sure, I can see bed envy. Nice big thing to just claim as your own.

But wow. Well, I've gotta say it's bolder than anyone was wearing back when I was still topside. I'd never be able to wear it myself. Way too much skin showing for my tastes.

[Ok... maybe she'd get talked into it with water wings.]

Anyone ever tell you that you have a hell of an imagination?

[menaretrash]

[ Poor Parsee, she'd laugh if she knew that. Granted, the only people she knows about are Akechi and Ren, and that's because she'd mentally scarred herself by walking in on them... in the act. ]

Nekomata... they sound cute, though! Are they big? [ If they are, maybe she'll need three mattresses... if she can even fit that into the small space the apartments offer. ] They are! I miss my bed at home, it was so fluffy and comfortable... I'd like to try and emulate that here, if I can, you know?

...Really? I think you'd look really cute in a bikini! [ Parsee, she's literally already getting ideas in her head. ] If we ever get a store here that actually offers useful clothing, or like, I can figure out how to make things... you should definitely try one! You might like it!

[ Ah yes, Parsee prancing down the surf in a bikini... with water wings. ]

Nope, but I can figure that much out on my own, and that's great!

[bridge_princess]

[Oh good gods, she needed to share that story sometime. Parsee would laugh her ass off so fucking hard... and not be jealous about not being the one to walk in on them. Nope!]

In their feline form, they're not much bigger than house cats. But when they're humanoid, your height? Pranksters, kind of like you might expect from cat spirits.

[She made a face.]

I'm not actually that attractive, and you'd have to get me something that could cover my arms anyway. [She said that with a bit of firmness. Nope, not explaining that one.] I like more clothing than less honestly.

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[ Ren isn't even aware that she'd seen them doing the do. The only other soul who knows is Akechi, because he'd caught her gaze and had given her a look before she'd closed the door and RAN. ]

...I don't just want one, I need one. Or two. They sound amazing.

[ She's partial to cats, anyways, thanks to Morgana. ]

I think you're attractive, but they do have swimsuits that cover the arms, too. They're actually pretty cute!

[blue_eyed_obsession]

[Combing over the beach for supplies as one of his usual routines, Kaiba wasn't really aware that anyone else was here. There was something bright and colorful that caught his eye however. Intrigued he drew nearer, since the pattern definitely stood out from the surrounding objects. When he was close enough to make out what it was- he immediately felt embarrassed and abashed. Thankfully, he had completed a visual assessment before reaching towards.. anything, but still!

Unwittingly he'd apparently been staring at woman's chest the whole time, and clearly this was the stranger's fault entirely and they should be made accountable for it. It didn't make it any better when he saw it just happened to be Ann Takamaki.

She didn't immediately speak up, her eyes covered by shades and the faint darkening of the air around her was an indication that she was nodding off. So he did the sensible thing, and took out his frustration by scooping up a makeshift bucket, collecting some water in it and then emptying the contents on her inactive form.]

[menaretrash]

[ In her mind, the day is great. The sun is out, seagulls are flying around making their stupid... seagull noises. Maybe even chasing after Ryuji after she throws a churro in his direction -- yeah. Yeah, she likes that. THAT thought makes her smile, even, as she allows herself to drift off to the sounds of seagulls and Ryuji's helpless shrieking. It's a nice thought, she thinks, and if she fantasizes enough about it, at least in her mind, it's true. It's happening.

Except that's not what's happening. She's basking in a sun that's not there, on a beach FILLED with trash, and her dream of a screaming Ryuji turns into a nightmare when cold water is suddenly splashed on her. It startles her into awakening, at least, with a shriek, and she's quick to sit up and push her sunglasses up onto her head and come face to face with... Seto Kaiba.

....Seto literally just. Dumped water on her. Right now. Her eyes narrow dangerously up at him, and she scowls. ]

What the hell, man?! What was that for?!

[blue_eyed_obsession]

[Unfortunately, there is just one little problem with all her fantasies- they're all about to be cut short. If he felt a pang of uncertainty about what he was about to do, he squashed it as the water cascaded out of it's receptacle. Once empty, he tossed the canister aside and waited.

The moment the water struck it's target she was up and shouting at him. Good. Serves her right.

For- what exactly? Looking too fetching in a bikini? Needless to say he couldn't answer her question. Not truthfully in any case. Swiftly he thought up an excuse and ran with it.]

Losing consciousness out in the open is foolhardy, Takamaki. [She was Takamaki now, for the moment, as she would be for any lecture] You're lucky this was only water. [At first he felt satisfied that he'd got his revenge for being lured into lascivious gawking, but the water had a negative after effect. The rivulet's slid over her form and traced her curves as gravity called them downwards. He'd made it worse!. So he forced himself to focus on her face, her eyes were ablaze with fury]

Besides- I've been looking all over for your supplies, and it looks like you didn't even need them in the first place! [Reaching into his jacket he pulled out the makings of a meager sewing kit. There was at least a needle, and a small pair of scissors in his grasp]

[menaretrash]

[ He's lucky he is who he is, otherwise she'd be dragging herself up onto her feet to grab him and become ridiculously violent. There's only two people here immune to her violence: Ren and Seto Kaiba. He is a very lucky man right now, considering he's bore witness to her v i o e n c e. Her temper alone, were it able to come to fruition, could ignite this entire beach... maybe it is a good thing that Carmen can't just be willed into existence.

Either way, her ire is slowly cooling down, specifically because now she's cold and wet. She stares up at him with narrowed eyes, pushing herself to sit up completely for the moment, at least, totally unaware of his little predicament with those precarious little beads of water that are dripping down her body right now. ]

It would be, to someone who can't fight... [ Oh, look. He's going to lecture her. She groans and huffs, allowing herself to flop back down onto her back, but casually taking the time to also readjust her top with no remorse, giving zero shits about the poor soul who is standing over her right now. ]

...Hm? [ She blinks when he produces a little sewing kit, and whatever ire and plans for vengeance she'd had suddenly die down completely into tiny embers. ] Wow, you actually found something! Thank you! Ah, actually, this has nothing to do with anything I did. This was literally just sitting at my apartment door this morning, along with some other clothes.

[blue_eyed_obsession]

[Considering he was well aware of her potentially violent reactions, and her quick reflexes he certainly was throwing caution to the wind by messing with her. Had he learned nothing from watching her go feral on that volleyball-dork™ last month? Apparently. As it happened he was in no immediate danger.

How anyone could be so oblivious was beyond him, but in a way he was relieved that she was.]

Even if you can fight, it won't do you any good if the first strike is directed to a vital point while you're unable to react. Admit it, you had no idea I was even here until it was too late. [Yup, here's your incoming lecture for the day. Enjoy. What- in the... what is she doing. Growing silent, he mentally cursed himself for being distracted by the motion.] Shouldn't you do that in private?! [He blurted out before looking aside]

Heh- yeah. I did. [Sounding calmer himself, but weary] .. not much, but some. I'm working with someone else on making the thread. So while you're lounging about here I've almost solved two of your problems. [Go on, you may continue to praise him] Ah- like my briefcase. [A moment later another revelation hits him] Outside your door?! I had to climb up that mechanized arm to get my briefcase! [Looks out over the water in it's general direction]

[menaretrash]

[ At least... her Level of Violence will never be used on him. Other people, yes, but him? No. Not on purpose, at least. ]

I think you're overthinking this, Seto. You're right, I didn't, but you could have impaled me and I don't think I'd die. [ Ugggh. She sighs again, before he sounds... flustered. He may be immune to her violence, but he's not going to be immune to other things she throws at him. Especially because she feels comfortable enough around him to tease him, even just a little. ] Would you rather I let the girls fall out? Besides, you're the one who threw the water, aren't you? [ She smiles up at him, suddenly extremely amused. ] It's almost... as if you did that on purpose....

[ She's really surprised that he's put this much thought into... a sewing kit for her. It's actually extremely touching... ] Wow, you didn't have to go that far! That's really sweet of you, thank you! [ Yeah, not at all denying her laziness by lounging, thanks! ] ...Wait, you had to climb up that thing? Wow, I guess I really am lucky! [ Can't gain weight, doesn't have to really work out, and apparently, gets mystery items delivered straight to her door! ]

[blue_eyed_obsession]

[It's the 'not on purpose' he needs to look out for]

[At least she seemed to be buying his initial excuse. It was better to be thought of as paranoid than a pervert] It still would have been painful, and who knows how long it would have taken to heal. [Considering the fact that some people had died in the dream world, he wasn't sure whether it had carried over or not. Most things hadn't but then again.. Pokemon could be summoned from their contraptions again. Bits and pieces could have been implemented. He most definitely was flustered, and she was going to abuse this power she currently held over him. Looking at her with an incredulous expression he just didn't know how to deal with this.] The... you call them, that? [Why would you name them anything?! Isn't that weird?!] Nevermind, I don't want to know any more. [He was beginning to look red in the face] Just... do what you have to! [Making sure to look out over the ocean to not see anything further. Keep those things contained] It wasn't an accident but not for what you're implying!

[The thread had been an accidental bonus, really. At the time he'd been trying to catch one of those geth hybrids with the long manes of fur and Indigo had been trying to obtain the fur.] I said I would keep an eye out, did you think I was lying? [Managing to twist her response into something less sweet. It was mostly to try and curb how on the spot he was feeling. Why couldn't he just accept the compliment?] I'm convinced. This place has it out for me.

[menaretrash]

[ Good luck, Seto~ ]

Maybe... or like, what if it was battery acid? [ Is... she actually smiling as she says that? Yes. Yes, she is. Because it's cute, the way he's semi thinking of her best interests and definitely not being a perv. ] I mean, yeah. It's better than outright calling them boobs, isn't it? [ His discomfort is her pleasure right now, and the longer this draws out, the more amused she's becoming. Except her amusement is only going so far, because now that he's here and she's feeling ballsy, she's got a few questions for him, too. ] Sure it wasn't. Hey, are we like, dating now or what? Inquiring minds would like to know. [ Because yes, this is a good time to bring this up, but really, they're all alone right now, and she does want to know where they stand. And likely... he probably needs to figure this out, too, so there's no time like the present. ]

Of course not. I've never heard you tell a lie, I'm just surprised how easily you were able to find this stuff. [ His reaction, however, pulls a laugh out of her, one that she can't even bother to try and hide, but it's not in jest in the slightest; between his presence and the fact that he's managed to actually pull together a little sewing kit, whether he wants it to be sweet or not, is, and she's very happy. ] Maybe it's just trying to amp up your training regimen, hm? It's just trying to do you a favor, clearly.

[blue_eyed_obsession]

[I mean accidents happen, amiright?]

I get the distinct impression that you aren't taking this seriously. [Huffing emphatically] Battery acid is nothing to joke about. [Getting it in your eyes can lead to permanent blindness, etc, etc. At least she's taking this in the best sense after having been splashed unceremoniously] I.. I don't even want to dignify that with a repsonse. [Deeming this discussion too immature he tried to take the high road by trying to shut it down, while tripping over his own tongue in the process and looking like a deer in the headlights] It wasn't! [Blue eyes practically flashing when he looked back to her- face. Face only. She had one more surprise in store for him..] ...What?! [Eyes widening as he recoiled backwards like she had tried to strike him. Unfortunately, that meant tripping over the garbage she had cleared for her respite. He tumbled over the various nick nacks, losing his balance and plopping onto the sand on the other side with a groan. Although he wasn't actually hurt, he did feel stupid.] Dating?! [It didn't stop him from shouting however. Propping himself up on his elbows he tried to look back towards her. I mean.. yes? No? Kinda? Sorta?! He didn't know! Why was she asking now?!] We... did... go on a date. So technically. We went on a date. [Cough]

I wouldn't say it was easy, but I have an attention to detail. [Somehow he managed not to stab himself with either item on the way down.] I got it, didn't I?

[menaretrash]

[ Accidents do happen, and sometimes innocent not boyfriends may or may not get in the way of violence against other people. Sorry, babe! ]

I'm taking it a little seriously. [ He's so easy to rile up... ] Safety first, right? I'll make sure to keep that in mind when this place opens up the sky and rains down an entire vat of battery acid upon our doomed heads. [ Except she won't, because it's not That Big of a Deal. ] Technically, you just did. [ Is this what victory against Seto feels like? Is this some sort of wonderful, divine...ish intervention for his cheating giraffe ways? This is better than winning ANY race. ] You're really cute when you're flustered! [ He is, too -- it's such a rare thing to see him so flustered and almost nervous, it's a treat. Except when he falls backwards at her inquiry, that has her blinking and sitting up on her knees to peer over at him with a look that's both incredulous and concerned. ] Hey, are you okay? Jeez, be careful... it was just a question. You're allowed to say no, you know. It won't hurt my feelings [ Mu...ch ], but I mean... yeah, we did go on a date. So what are we? Are we still just friends, or...?

[ Boy, that's the strangest reaction she's ever gotten from a guy... maybe she should be concerned. ] You do! And you've done a really good job, thanks! I owe you!

[blue_eyed_obsession]

[It's just an occupational hazard not boyfriends have to put up with]

Emphasis on little. [It's true he is, and he's almost convinced himself that this was all about her safety the entire time he's getting so invested] Don't give it any ideas, why do people always say the things they should keep in their heads? [Maybe he was a little paranoid.] ... [That garnered a pointed glare, but he couldn't maintain it, not with his nerves running high] I don't get flustered! [Except for when he was with her, sometimes. Like now. It was a relatively short fall and the sand cushioned him some.] I'm fine. [He shot back without hesitation. Did he want to say no?] I mean- you asked it but you left it so open-ended. Would.. you want it to be ... a... prolonged.. association? [Just speak normally Seto] Don't lump me in with your loser friends. [So they weren't friends? Or... someone needed to be more clear. Speaking of her loser friends, if they made this more official he would have less competition to worry about. Theoretically. COUGH. What competition?] Answer my question first. [Stalling? You betcha, but he legitimately wanted to know]

[Look, Seto was concerned. He wasn't used to being this clumsy or unsure. He was usually as agile as a .. cat. Cue staring at Ann who went by a feline moniker in the metaverse] Or does it make us even.. I'm starting to lose track.

[menaretrash]

[ Sometimes even boyfriends have to put up with it, let's be real here. ]

VERY little. [ Safety sucks and it's boring, man. ] You worry too much. If that happened, we could like, maybe figure out how to use it to our advantage? Or toss it into the faces of our enemies, either or. [ His glare, at least right now, is really cute. Poor Seto. ] You don't? What do you call this then? Because if this isn't flustered, I'm afraid to see what it is with you. [ Teasing him is great, this is a win in her book, but she's also grateful that he's not actually hurt. She'd have felt bad, yes, it's true. ] Yes, I would like for it to be prolonged, and I would also like for it to be exclusive. [ That's a bold statement, but it's true. If they're laying their cards out on the table right now, she wants him to see her whole hand. ] My friends aren't losers, stop that. [ She's not putting up with that, either, Seto. ] Your question has been answered. I really like you, and... I'd really like to be with you, if that's something you'd want, too.

[ He is agile, she's seen him in action. His legs and joints are like bendy straws, they don't break when he leaps from tall structures. ] Same... I'm not sure at this point, honestly.