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[For threads continued from here and elsewhere within the log!]

Mioooo

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I am just... living up to my word! [He asserts, regardless of her lack of seriousness.

But between both of their cuttings, it seems that the vines are at bay for the moment.]

Now, run! [He'll start moving when she does!]

[promisedyou]

[ Is 'living up to his word' really the phrase for this? Mio raises a brow for a moment before he finally says run and immediately does so; at full speed, in fact. It won't even give her the chance to breathe, much less talk.

Because instinct just says run until she can't anymore!! Which is basically almost running into a brick wall and skidding to a stop. ]

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[Byakuya sprints right after her! He moves much more quickly than one might expect, putting the danger far behind them. And he comes to a stop some meters behind Mio, taking a moment to catch his breath.]

...Well done. We've reached safety, for the time being.

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"For the time being", huh?

[ Her voice is so flat that she can't even help but roll her eyes, just a little bit. ]

You make it sound like something worse is going to come up.

Takaaaaa

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[As Ishida removes his glasses, Byakuya gives an approving nod.]

I knew that you would be able to see reason. Well done. Now, with that matter settled, we can truly begin our journey... Follow me!

[With that, he begins moving forward!]

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I am your roommate! I wouldn't be a good one if I kept on letting you down! Sharing a living space has developed understanding between us!

[Ishida really does take the whole roommate thing seriously, probably a bit too much. Of course, he takes all of his friendships seriously, but it's bit different when you live with them!

Nonetheless, he quickly follows Byakuya into the tunnel!]

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I suppose that it has. [He admits that much with a smirk as he proceeds.]

Very well, Taka. Do move carefully... And at the same time, be assured that I won't allow any harm to come to you.

[steadycourse]

[The comment brings out a large smile, but also pushes forth Ishida's own determination as he looks at Byakuya's back.]

I know, because I trust you! And I hope that you trust me enough that I won't let any harm come to you! With the two of us standing strong, no wind will knock us over!

Sakuraaaa

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[Even Byakuya is startled as he realizes it.]

R-rats? Of that size?! [He glances towards Sakura and then back towards the rats.]

Remain calm and focus! We can't just stand here... [He starts to dig through his backpack frantically for something that can help him, even as the giant rats swiftly draw closer.]

[imaginex]

[Whatever Byakuya hopes to try, Sakura prays he does it, and quickly. She's barely got her bow in position now that the shock has lessened, though once a rat comes dangerously close to nipping on her skirt, she flies back another few steps and nearly bumps into her friend]

O-okay, I'm -- I have my bow!

[Nock the arrow, nock the arrow--!]

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Good. That's good! [There's a bit of tension with how close the rats are, but he tries his best to maintain a much-needed calmness on his voice.]

Can you fire something that's not an arrow?

[He takes out a bag of doritos, opens it and holds it out to her.

The rodents immediately perk up at the nachoy smell.]

[imaginex]

... Eh?

[Oh she smells it, the sweet scent of mass produced carbs, nachos, and sugar, and dumbly takes the bag when it's held out to her. Give a second, she'll catch on--]

O-oh!! [AH THERE IT IS. And she'll move quickly after that, stabbing the plastic with an arrow before she shoots it off. It won't go as far as a weightless arrow, but far enough that the rats eagerly scurry off into the distance]

Lilliaaaan

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[Thinking quickly, Byakuya makes the call.]

Let's not take the risk. I officially declare my decision to be evasive maneuvers! We are to start moving immediately!

[And, unless there are any objections, he'll start running!]

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[Lillian was not expecting such a commanding moment! And she gapes at him for a good five seconds before laughing.]

Yes sir!

[Clearly teasing, but she takes off after him, their footsteps making it harder to hear the click click of claws, which might mean they were outrunning them?]

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[He grins proudly at the response, and thus off they are! He tries to keep alert of his surroundings and still looks ahead for things that may be in their way. But it does indeed seem like they're outrunning the potential enemies.]

Splendid! We seem to be making good progress! There's no sign of anything, correct?

[aintjustaweapon]

[It isn't too far before Lillian slows down, huffing faintly, and she's grateful when he pauses to ask a question, sliding to a stop.]

[Listening didn't reveal any claw sounds, at least.]

...Nothin' right now. [She agreed, though she doubted they were out of the woods.]

Kaedeeee

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All in due time. The answers shall become clear.

[He gives her a scrutinizing look.]

So far, I've yet to remember anyone like you. But I'll be sure to update you should that ever change, Kaede.

[spiritoso]

I'll do the same!

[ She smiles. ]

How many people have you remembered so far? I wonder how many I'll end up remembering.

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I've only clearly remembered a few people. Hajime Hinata, a boy with no memory of his talent... Kyouko's roommate Kaguya... a number of faces without names to attach to them... and a pair of bizarre mascot beings.

[spiritoso]

Kaguya huh... That's a weird coincidence.

[ She gives him a confused look. ]

Mascots...? What do you mean?

Steinbecccck!

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[Byakuya huffs out an irritated sigh as he looks off to the side.]

You should feel lucky that you're getting anything at all, given your attitude.

[A pause.]

I can throw in the imaginary sprinkles, but only a handful. No cherry. Final offer.

[vitis]

[ ... but... that's his favorite part

john thinks on this final offer, eyes cast downwards. while the lack of imaginary cherry is indeed troubling, he's surmounted greater obstacles. hence, he sticks out his hand, holding the canned peas and all. ]

Deal! [ a grin, showing some teeth. he hadn't checked the expiration date, so whether or not one exists is up to byakuya's sleuthing skills. ] All yours for inspection.

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There. [He flashes his own smirk as he claims the can with his own hand.] That wasn't so hard, now was it?

[And he turns the can over a few times as he takes in the details.]

Interesting... very interesting. Yes, this can has some life in it indeed. Several years worth, in fact.

[He hands it back to the man.]

Hold onto it should you find yourself trapped somewhere in these tunnels. Depending on how well you can ration it and your own metabolic rate, it should stave off starvation for anywhere from one day to a month. You're welcome.

[vitis]

... Wow. [ while john's pleasant(?) expression remains, his tone falls somewhere along the lines of "wholly unimpressed."

he accepts the can back, dumping it back into the bag. and then, somewhat more cheerfully: ]

Well! Thanks bunches for that, here's to hopin' I wouldn't drop from starvation in two days flat.