十二 [Video]

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[The video switches on to Japan, and he leaves the device lying there. He's got his uniform on, though his arms aren't through the sleeves, and he's looking pretty grim. Ignoring that, he seems to be in the hospital which is not in good shape.]

...Forgive me for what has occurred.

Ah, but if I may ask, what has happened to the hospital? It is... [a pause. he looks away from the camera.]

My sword is missing. I am not sure how I will maneuver back to the apartments, but I suppose I can try my best.

[an even longer pause. so much pausing.]

My sincerest apologies to those I have let down. [and he reaches over and clicks off the feed]

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[Japan watches Seifer for a moment. ...Why does this remind him of the beginning of westernization all over again. He was supposed to be almost done with modernizing, and yet there were people like Seifer who took his ideas or thoughts and threw them on the ground. He sighed to himself a little, recalled that he was adapting to things, and moved to grab his sword.]

Very well, Seifer-san. However, when I return, I would like to have a word with you as well.

[and by a word he means talking about the giant stress ball that is Seifer.]

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[OH. WELL. He finally turns and notices her.]

Ah--! I did not see you there!

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Indeed.

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You don't..?!

OH YEAAAAAAAAAH action

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What has happened.

[He watches America for a moment longer before moving his gaze to the ground.]

Ah, you could set me down, you realize..

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R-right... In any case.. I am sure you must be busy, and I have things to do as well...

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[sob maybe if it's in your voice enough Japan will realize!!]

... China-san is quick to mourn, but he will recover.

HOW SWEET!!

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Ah, that is very kind of you, but I assure you you do not have to worry..

[terrorizedafu.livejournal.com]

((Shuffles outside, S-stumbling on her afghan.))

Ah--!... T-that is fine.

[onikui-haruka.livejournal.com]

[Maybe. If you listen hard enough, you may hear it.]

That's good to know. ...Now isn't a good time to stay still for long.

Japan, I wouldn't go out there again unless you absolutely must.

It's too dangerous for an unarmed man to go alone, and you might not have a place to return to.

[blameshimself.livejournal.com]

I suppose it's still horrible, though, mm?

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[inyourgarden.livejournal.com]

[|D lol is he in trouble? He does consider saying no just on principal at first. If it were anyone else, but Japan he would. He doesn't have time for crybabies. But... it is Japan asking. So. There are things Seifer will let his posse get away with that he wouldn't let anyone else being annoying, murdering people, making fun of him, all sorts of fun stuff.]

...Tch. I ain't going anywhere. Just go see your family Japan. Some things ain't as easy handling as you seem to think. [Having a loved one die for example :| Anyways he's just going to drop back into his chair and take out his communicator again. Back to directing the troops, whoopee.]

I'll be here when you get back.

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[MILDLY YES. But that's a slightly separate issue and he will just be mildly distant as that works out. He does appreciate Seifer's words, though, and gives a small bow to show it. So many bows, as always, but some are a bit different than others.]

Until then. Ah.. I hope Taiwan-san is not still punching at it..

[He looks a little worried at that, makes sure his sword is with him, and walks off.

And how shall we do this, because I want to play it out if you don't mind. *A*]

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How are you? [inspecting]

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Ah, thankfully I am being.. escorted. I intend to retrieve my sword at some point, however...

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Yes... [s-sob depressed silence]

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[inyourgarden.livejournal.com]

[Playing out would be awesome o/ I think we can just... time skip fff. Seifer's not going to pry into how things go with Japan's family; he'll have a pretty good guess and it's not his business anyways. So... when Japan gets back Seifer will be doing the same thing he was when Japan left, making sure people don't run around like headless chickens lol.]

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[Okay awesome. Japan will re-enter the scene, still too lazy to properly wear his jacket, and spot Seifer. He moves towards him a little but calls out and gives the smallest wave.]

Ah, Seifer-san! ...Is now a convenient time to speak?

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[inyourgarden.livejournal.com]

[He waits for a moment, looking at something on the communicator with a frown, before looking up.]

If you gotta. Let's hear it.

[Just, waiting. You've got his attention Japan, you probably shouldn't waste it; he doesn't actually do this often.]

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[He shifts a little nervously. Seifer's attention is a precious gem obviously. Even so, Japan senses Seifer wants to rush this, and he doesn't really think that would be best..]

A few minutes of conversation is all I ask. Perhaps we could sit somewhere. If you are in the middle of something, I can wait until you are ready..

[thinking seifer needs a break from his communicator anyway..]

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[inyourgarden.livejournal.com]

[Lol break from work? What is this. There's a pause, and then Seifer stands up with a small sigh, shoving his communicator in a pocket.]

Alright. C'mon.

[Grabbing his gunblade he leads the way to one of the unoccupied rooms in Horton. It looks terrible for obvious reasons, but it's empty, it's quiet and there's the usual assortment of furniture you'd find in most apartments. Seifer takes a seat on the couch and glances at Japan expectantly.]

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[Japan shuffles over and sits down as well, glancing back. Now.. how to make this not like a naggy "be careful" speech. ...casual conversation leading to points.]

...You have been very involved in things within the city. Do you manage to keep up with it all?

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[inyourgarden.livejournal.com]

[Seifer just, sort of gives Japan an incredulous look. Is that really what this is about?]

I keep up with enough. What about it.

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[stop with that look :| Japan is trying to read into your soul and it's hard when you're making faces]

You've taken quite a leadership role in things, and yet I have yet to see you take a break.

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[inyourgarden.livejournal.com]

[Stay out of his soul man, that's just creepy lmao. Anyways, he blinks, surprised Japan even noticed any of that. Still a bit of a frown settles over his face and when he speaks there's a definite warning in his voice. He sees where this is going.]

Japan.