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Java the Hut Cafe
[i] The streets of Shibuya are fairly quiet at this time of day. Most people have already gotten to where they’re needed, leading to a nice lull in traffic. Among the many businesses along this street is a single, old, worn-out cafe. The sign depicts a slug-like, alien creature pouring coffee down its throat, giving a satisfied thumbs-up. A Lavender-haired figure stands inside the place, dusting off the counters and cleaning it up before switching the sign to “openâ€. The cafe’s interior is vaguely space-themed. With well-laminated tile floors and stars painted on the walls. The Lavender-haired man sits near the counter, and waits*
OOC: oh boy, I guess I'll have to raid this now shrug
OOC: go ahead, SWAT teams need coffee too. We also have pastries
A swat siren is heard in the distance as a helicopter comes in, reading reports of 'wanted creatures', a sniper opens up a helicopter door with a bolt action sniper along wit a laser sight.
The Lavender-haired man looks out the window and waves at the officer. Shouting to be heard over the helicopter
Can I help you? You’re disturbing the peace a bit. Maybe you could try talking first?
The helicopter ignores the shouting and begins circling the building, the sniper taps a button on his walkie-talkie.
*Minato quickly enters the cafe*
Well, the swat are already raiding this place.
Two swat vans arrive, each of them loaded with their own separate squads and an 'element leader.' the swats take cover behind the swat van and the helicopter continues circling the place.
The Lavender-haired man shrugs and walks back inside once the helicopter is out of sight behind the building
Probably couldn’t hear me over the machine. Whatever, I just opened the place, done nothing wrong. Just have to hope the noise doesn’t scare people off. Maybe it’s some stupid patrol or something, I dunno.
Gamma turns to Minato with a sigh and shakes his head
They’ve got no right to try breaking it. But I’d be glad to serve Em some coffee or whatever. Speaking of which, you need something?
A swat counts down 5-1 with his fingers, after one the swats quickly move in, the helicopter lands on a apartment roof, covering the swats.
*Minato turns to Gamma*
Just get me a cup of iced tea.
Gamma begins preparing Minato’s tea while waving to the SWATs. Once he has the kettle on the boiler he turns to them with a sigh
So, what would you like while you’re here? You know, you get group discounts since there is more than four of you.
Oh, and don’t worry Minato, your tea will be ready soon.
The swats kick open the door as the sniper begins attempting to intimidate the two inside the building with his laser sight, and well, the swats yell, once more.. FREEZE! GET DOWN ON THE FUCKING GROUND, PUT YOUR HANDS UP!
...Good grief.
*Minato jumps behind a table to use it for cover*
Gamma sighs and casually turns to the swats, apparently bored
Can you st least show me a warrant? This place literally just reopened for the first time in years. I seriously doubt you have the right to search it. Let’s just calm down and act like reasonably people.
OOC: back door or no
OOC: this is crucial information
OOC: probably not. It’s in the middle of the city, so the place is surrounded by other businesses and stuff. That’s how huge cities work.
OOC: mmokay
Another swat squad moves in through the same door, they both begin forming a half-circle around the entrance.
Gammasighs And moves back to the tea. Now that it has been brewed, he lets it cool for a little before adding in several ice cubes. Hence, iced tea. He walks over to Minato’s spot, hiding behind a table and sets the glass on the floor next to him
Here you are, you can pay a little before leaving if course. No need to worry right now.
*Minato peeks his head above the table*
What do you guys even want? There's not even one wanted criminal in this place.
*He then takes the cup from Gamma*
Thank you.
(edited by Minato_Yuki)
...The hell?
A hooded teenager pauses, staring at the spectacle across the street. They pull down the hood of their jacket and stroll across the street, keeping their hands in their pockets.
Hey, one of you guys. What's going on here?
Gamma bows politely to Minato
You’re very welcome. Make sure to ask if you need anything else.
Gamma shrugs, turning to the new arrival. He casts a casual glance at the SWAT members, as though pointing them out
I honestly have no idea. I was just running my own, respectable business when these guys showed up and started staring. Not the weirdest thing I’ve seen, but it’s there
Lively as usual, I see.
[Kazuya, with nothing better to do, steps inside of the cafe and completely ignores the SWAT team. He then stretcjes a bit before sitting by the counter with a smile.]
Hey, can you give me a mokaccina? I feel like having something sweet today!
*Minato is drinking his iced tea behind the table, waiting for the SWAT to do something*
(edited by Minato_Yuki)
Is it ever anything but? I’ll have your order right up.
After briefly consulting his phone, Gamma begins to heat some milk, and fire up the espresso machine. He turns back to Kazuya briefly
Almost forgot, do you have a brew of preference, or will a simple house blend do? Or... You said something sweet, so lighter is probably better, right?
Sheesh... this is crazy...
He sighs and steps inside, giving the SWAT team a wary look.
Who are these guys, anyway? They don't seem Japanese...
Yes, lighter would be nice.
[Kazuya nods at Gamma, briefly looking at his surroundings]
By the way, it's nice to see you got a new job, and in such a nice place...things have been really quiet...
Don't you love it?
[The young man keeps his usual smile]
How have you been?
(edited by Kazuya)
Gamma shrugs in response to Morikazu
I dunno, they probably got lost or something. It’s far from the weirdest thing. I usually just don’t question it anymore.
upon hearing Kazuya, Gamma immediately heads to the shelves, looking between blends. His eyes rest on a Breakfast Blend, fairly standard and weak, should be easy to mask the bitterness. He looks back to Kazuya as the brewing starts
This is actually a big of a low point in the day. Most people are already wherever they plan to be, so I don’t get that many wanderers usually. It’s a nice change of pace.
As for myself, I suppose I’m doing alright. Nothing worth mentioning anyways. How about you Kaz?
The heating milk begins to boil, which signals Gamma to take it off the heat and set it to the side.
Haven’t seen you in quite some time. Kinda thought you vanished.
Far from the weirdest...? What kinda place is this? Last time I checked, Tokyo didn't have random soldiers wandering about...
Morikazu scratches his head. Was that coliseum not a dream after all...? Nah, couldn't be.
[Kazuya yawns, he really didn't have nuch to say and he did wake up just a while ago]
I've been busy, it's kind of hard to explain, but the basics are that Tatsuya, Prima and Raidou stopped my "world" from blowing up with nukes.
[Kazuya checks his COMP briefly, he usually keeps notes of stuff in there.]
But right now...? I'm just looking for a job, I need to save up money so I can open up a new thing I have planned.
*Minato peeks has a head over the table again*
Are they brain dead or something?
(edited by Minato_Yuki)
To the contrary, most countries have random soldiers walking about. They just usually aren’t wearing uniforms.
Gamma chuckles at his own joke, ending off with a sigh
Let’s just say you’re going to see weirder. I’ve been in the area for a few months, but I really would rather not go into a long ex-
At that moment, the espresso machine beeps to indicate the coffee is ready. Satisfied, Gamma pours some of the brew into a mug. He fills it roughly a third of the way with coffee, adding milk and cream to fill the rest of the cup. Finally, a drizzle of chocolate over the cup before it is set in front of Kazuya
Well, I was actually in a similar situation a little while ago. Before this coffee shop here. I can give you a few suggestions if you like? The owners are kinda weirdos, but they pay well enough. Unless there’s something else you’d like to ask of course?
The SWATs have apparently left after realizing their mistake. I dunno how to explain it.
O... kay...
Between Gamma's explanation and Kazuya's mention of nukes, Morikazu is left completely baffled. He pulls up his hood and closes his eyes.
And I thought summoning werewolves was weird...
(edited by Morikazu-Matsushita)
Thank you.
[Kazuya takes a sip of his mokaccino, and smiles with satisfaction at the sweet flavor of coffee, milk and chocolate.]
I actually got a call a while ago, and I will probably go there first.
But in my experience, keeping a job is the hardest thing around here, for some reason, so I would love some suggestions!
*Minato gets up and sits in a chair*
Gamma sighs and looks at Morikazu out the corner of his eye
Trust me, stay here long enough, and it just won’t bother you. Now then, would you like to order something? Or just here to chatter?
Gamma Almost seems relieved when he turns back to Kaz. He thinks for a moment, and ultimately shrugs
Well, I hope you’re problems aren’t the same ones I encountered. If things keep exploding, try finding a boss who’s like, completely insane, or jaded. Otherwise you’ll end up getting blamed for whatever happens every first day. Or try somewhere really small, in a one-employee store there’s no one to catch you if something goes wrong.
I... Guess I'll just leave?
He takes out a wallet and looks through it. About the same amount of money as a typical high school student... which isn't too much. Now that he thinks about it, he's kind of lost in this city.
Tch... Better find my way home. The streets around here are different than I remember...
[Kazuya laughs as he looks at both Gamma and Morikazu.]
This do get kind of crazy around from time to time, but as long as nobody gets hurt, I don't see it as a bad thing...except when people do get hurt, which is kind of often...
[The young man takes a quick sip of his moka.]
No matter what I do, I have the feeling someone will show up and make things crazy regardless. But luckily, and at this pace, I should be able to open up the training grounds soonish.
Gamma sighs and looks over to Morikazu, trying to catch him in the eyes
I never said talking was a bad thing kid. Just wanted to know where we were. As long as you don’t drive anyone away, I don’t really care how long you stay.
Gamma lightens up a little, in his trip down memory lane
Take it you were inspired then, eh Kaz? Well, This place was open maybe 5 minutes before something happened, so I can’t deny it’s frequent. *shrug* Regardless, all we can do is move forwards. Life will always, It always rolls on.
R-right...
Morikazu looks down at his feet, as if a bit uncomfortable with the thought of a casual conversation. He'd never really been good at that with strangers..
Either way, I gotta go take a look around, so... be seein' you I guess.
He gives Gamma a small wave before heading out.
[Kazuya chuckles.]
Inspired? You could say that. I think I may want to leave some kind of legacy, maybe train some people, perhaps even the citizen in case of a demon invasion. That is my forte after all, besides, a lot of people can use magic more effectively than me.
[Kazuya keeps quiet for a moment. He really has been thinking a lot abotu a legacy, leaving something behind with no regrets.]
All we can do is move forward indeed. And I will try to do my best for people.
What about you? You did say you got in a similar situation to the one I was in.
Gamma tells to Morikazu as the other runs out
Be careful kid, keep your wits about you and you’ll probably be fine.
Gamma stops to listen to Kazuya. He sounds so... Driven. Gamma smiles near the end. Must be nice. Gamma let’s Kazuya finish before yawning and stretching
All I meant was that I couldn’t seem to hold a job for more than five minutes, that’s all. This cafe’s more of an opportunity. These things usually get a lot of people, and the old couple owning it didn’t expect much, they mostly wanted to retire. Figured I can’t get fired if I’m working for myself, right?
Yeah, that's a good point.
[Kazuya took one final sip of his mokaccino and palces two fingers on his chin.]
More people showing up...? That would be a nice change of pace. Lately, all I ever see people doing is fighting or something. Maybe they just got lost or never leave home anymore?
Gamma chuckles faintly. Go figure, just when he tried venturing out, things change
Well, with some of those adrenaline-fueled idiots I wouldn’t be surprised if all they live for is a fight. Still, maybe these things just fell out of popularity? That’d kinda suck. Spent my savings on the place after all. I must have missed the memo.
Gamma slips a chunk of ice out of his pocket and begins idly tossing it. Lucky as always
*Ruka enters with a casual expression*
One house blend please.
Of course ma’am. Just give me a moment
Gamma sighs and goes to the back. He soon finds a bag of ground, House blend coffee beans, and pours some into the coffee machine. After adding in the water, he turns back to Ruka
Do you like your coffee black? Or would you rather I added something to it, like cream or sugar?
Sugar and milk, please. I don't like it pure.
Alright, understandable. Coffee’s quite bitter, most people like t-
Around then is when the machine in the back beeps, letting Gamma now the coffee is ready. He takes another cup and, much like with Kazuya, fills it with the blend. Next, he pours some creamer in, and takes four sugar cubes out of the shelf, setting them on a little plate and setting both sugar and coffee in fromt if Ruka
Add as much as you want. It’s here for a reason after all. But while it’s just the two of us, have any stories you’d like to share?
No, currently just here for the coffee.
*Ruka takes a sip* Oh my, it's quite the taste.
*Gamma sighs and leans back on the counter*
I do my best I suppose. Nothing special really, just starting out after all
(edited by Bgammax)
Zero walks in casually,
"Sup, I'm new here and I heard that this coffee is good. Mind if I have one?"
It's very delicious. You might have a new regular.
suddenly appears
Greetings my human friends!
*Minato is still sitting at the table, looking at all of the new arrivals*
...
Gamma raises an eyebrow as Zero runs in, and ultimately shrugs. He doesn’t look human, but no reason to judge. Maybe it’s just Armor.
Alright, what kind would you like, there are all kinds, House blend is kinda the standard, and I recently finished brewing some of it.
Gamma turns to nod at Ruka
Glad to hear you liked it. I do my best, but I’m pretty new in the business, will probably get better.
Finally, Gamma hears the dragon looking in through the window. It’s big enough for his whole head to fit, giving them some wiggle room in the place
Oh.... Uh.... Hey there. I guess. Can I help you?
suddenly appears inside
Hello, you can call me kushala, I'm here to visit some friends, but I don't see them... so I came here.
"The best you got...But House blend will be good too."
(edited by Zero-X)
Wow this is quite the hotsy totsy place for a regular sockdollager.
Pauline walks in and lowers the tattered cap on her head so as to avoid eye contact. She takes a quick seat on the nearest table crossing her legs in the process.
So what do you people charge here? A clam? A wallop?
I would love me a cup of joe.
Gamma looks over to Zero, bowing apologetically, before looking tobthe back. There’s no objective rating scale, so he simply pours some of the fresh House Blend for Zero
Here you are, sorry for any interruptions. This is kinda what I was expecting.
Gamma blinks for a moment, attempting to decipher a single word that came out of pauline’s mouth
Well. We charge Yen actually. That’s our main currency. Please tell me you have that.
Gamma looks at the array of blends on the back shelf, from Colombian to the standard House, all the way down the line
Do you have a particular preference for what blend miss, or is the House Blend I recently finished good enough?
thinks
I don't have "yen" but I can give you this.
The kushala bites his back and gives a big ruby to gamma
Rhatz!
She frowns and considers the mismatched coin collection she got going on in her pocket.
Do yous happen to accept some gold ol mint yuan good sir?
This place looks like the bee's knees and i'm sure the coffee here is berries too.
Pauline turns up her charming smirk to eleven in hopes of being let off.
*Minato looks confused after hearing what Pauline had just said*
Zero takes a sip of the fresh house blend coffee. "MMm, it's actually good." He slams down some Zeni and a currency converter on the counter, "Here, it may not be in yen, but you can convert it to yen if you want."
[Suddenly, Kazuya wakes up as he somehow fell asleep on the counter. He looks around and even notices the amount of people in there, including Pauline.]
I what...?
Who are...why is Boss here...?
Gamma sighs and scratches the back of his head. At least that time it was mostly comprehensible
Well, if it’s like, actual gold I don’t see why not. That’s a pretty valuable commodity now. I should be able to exchange it at some point. Though coffee probably isn’t worth a ton of it.
Gamma accepts Zero’s payment, sliding it under the counter
Thank you for your patronage. Anything else you’d like while you’re here
Gamma looks back over to Kazuya. Good, he’s alive after all
Boss? I thought you were fired. Unless that’s just a nickname of course.
OOC: fun fact, Zeni is basically just Yen, the creators simply wanted to give their currency a different name to cement it as a fantasy world, in spite of it being basically Japan. Agreed, infinitely better than bolts.
(edited by Bgammax)
OOC: well, it's better than bolts
*Ruka, still sitting at the counter, drinks up* So, my I ask something?
Pauline drops some random yuan on the table not caring for the amount and raises her cap with a flick of her forefinger.
Can ya please treat this regular bearcat with some black in a cup?
The good kind that keeps ya antsy all day.
After giving her order she then notices Kazuya and waves.
So how goes the life of a normal dewdropper for you?
lies down and looks around
He is not here...
[Kazuya looks to both sides for some reason, maybe embarrassment, and waves back at her, still having a hard time trying to figure out what she was saying.]
It's been decent, even if I got into a fight last night...!
How is the cinema, Boss?
[He quickly turns to face Gamma.]
She isn't my boss anymore but it just feels right, you know?
Gamma sighs and looks over at Ruka, browsing the types of coffee he has on-hand/i]
Well, you just did. But you can ask another question if you want. Most people like to call it talking.
[i]Gamma finally finds what he was looking for, a NewEngland roast. Lighter coffees usually have more caffeine, so this should be fine. He takes out the last of the house blend and disposes of it before starting to prepare the new blend
By your phrasing I’d guess you like it black, just coffee, but I may as well make sure while we wait, right?
Gamma nods to Kaz, some habits are hard to break
Well, it’s not really any of my business after all. Still, at this rate you’ll end up with quite a few “Bossâ€es
Yep I meant the classic black cup of joe.
Pauline shrugs as she swings her legs in a lazy manner.
Wouldn't know my former wurp. I quit the petting pantry since it's apparently against the rules to drink panther piss on the job.
She yawns.
Just what kind of catastrophe are we living in if ya can't get zozzled like the good ol days.
(edited by Pauline)
May I work here as an apprentice?
[Kazuya blinked at this unexpected response.]
You...you were drinking!?
But how...why...!?
[Kazuya sighs and closes both eyes, rubbing the bridge of his nose with two fingers.]
Okay, but...what are you going to do then?
Maybe you should look for a job related to alcohol, like...a bar or something.
Geez, Boss.
Pauline raises her left eyebrow as if Kazuya had just said the dumbest thing she ever heard.
Well I'll just go back to my old job in the speaksie of course.
Enjoyed putting in some elbow grease only to get a chug at the end.
(edited by Pauline)
OOC: I'm leaving, good bye.
the kushala leaves
(edited by Kushala_Daora)
Gamma shrugs looking back over to Ruka
I can’t really afford to hire anyone right now if that’s what you meant. Still, saying “apprentice†makes it sound really dr-
The coffee machine interrupts him, indicating it to be done. Gamma walks over and fills a cup completely, black, just as the lady ordered. In a moment he brings sets the cup in front of Pauline
There you are, one cup of joe, black as requested. You two enjoy yourselves.
Gamma attempts a sly wink at Kaz, not really very subtle, is he? Before returning behind the counter and beginning to clean a few glasses
*Bill enters the cafe. Wondering what the hell this place is*
Thank ya so much good chap.
Pauline moves to pick up the cup but freezes upon noticing Gamma's sly wink. There is no way he could know her secret right? Or was this a sign that the government was onto her? Attempting hide her suspicion she carefully picks up the cup and takes a long deliberating sip from it.
Her eyes carefully follow Gamma as she does this and her hands warm a bit .
*Minato begins modifying his evoker*
*Sigh*
Well, I am here for the experience, not the money. I have another source of money already so I wouldn't mind if I don't earn cash in here.
[Kazuya notices Gamma's strange behavior, but he chooses to ignore it. Maybe he has the wrong idea.]
I...sure, Gamma?
Anyway, I figured you were that kind of woman, Boss.
[The young man, for some reason, is paying much more attention to her than before.]
That would explain a lot, not that I'm saying it's bad but...you know.
[He instantly looks down into his COMP, trying to escape from the situation he may have created himself.]
A cat-eared person strolls in, lured into the place by the smell of coffee. Perhaps a cup of the stuff could wake them up a bit... They freeze at the sight of Minato, but just settle with shooting him a death glare as they approach the counter.
A bell rings as Bill enters, informing the man behind the counter. He turns back around, waving to the new arrival
Hello, welcome to Java the Hut, yes it is a terrible joke, is there anything I can help you with?
Gamma turns back to Ruka, failing to notice Pauline’s odd behavior as his eyes skim over the others
Well, let’s start by just watching then. I don’t really mind if you stick around, help out every now and then. As long as you don’t cause any problems of course.
similar to with Bill, a bell rings to notify the group of a new arrival. Gamma looks back over to Yuri and begins the routine
Hello, and welcome to Java the Hut, yes it is a terrible joke. Is there anything I can help you with?
(edited by Bgammax)
Of course
*Minato looks up to see Yuri*
...
*He shrugs and then goes back to modifying his evoker*
(edited by Minato_Yuki)
"This business seems... new. I do not recognize the sign." A new voice entered the conversation, as a young woman had taken a step inside, her dirt stained gloves resting on the door.
"Ah, so this establishment is run by you, Mister Gamma?" Saeko asked with a slight bit of shock after gazing at those inside. "I had not thought you the type to work a business like this."
Java the Hut... Oh. Star Wars reference.
Yuri speaks with a faint Russian accent, nodding a little.
I'll just have whatever you'd recommend. Not something too strong, as I don't want to be up all night.
Pauline's eyes momentarily shift to Kazuya as she lets out a long suffering breath.
Now why would ya say that vamp.
I think I do a good job of making myself appear decent folk yet ya suspect me of dealing shady.
She lets out a halting laugh to shake the tension she feels.
Ya are quite the funny egg ain't ya?
Her eyes can't help but stray back to Gamma.
Well... Can I have something to drink and eat
S-So loud...!
[He decides it would be better to just cross his arms and look ahead. "Funny egg"? What did she even mean with that? It didn't matter.]
I didn't say you are shady or something like that, I just said that compared to most people I've met you're much louder, but not annoying loud like...say...PK.
[He notices her looking at Gamma, and a dumb look expression is plastered on his face.]
Oh~
Don't tell me Boss, you like the cold ones?
Gamma turns over to see Saeko’s entry. Things are definitely picking up around here. He shrugs at Saeko’s remark.
Well, last I checked cafe’s got the most business by far. Plus I was able to get a good deal with the elderly couple who previously owned this place. They were about ready to retire anyways, so they cut me some slack.
Gammasighs And turns back to Yuri, great, he just got rid of a weaker brew
It’ll be a few minutes then. You’re looking for Something weaker, will keep in mind.
Gammma quickly turns to Ruka. May as well make use of his new help
Would you be able to put a pot of House blend on it? It’s fairly simple, just add the filter, the beans, and the water. Machine will ding when it’s done.
Finally Gamma looks to Bill
We’ve mostly just got breads here, croissants, muffins, that sort of snack stuff. But we have a much wider variety of drinks what would you like?
Maybe something sweet for the drink and I guess a muffin will do
That'll be fine.
Yuri sits down at a table to wait, playing with a loose string in their sleeve. They seem to be trying their best to not look at Minato.
Her cup falls to the floor and shatters as she turns a bright red.
Tell it sweeny ya dumbo!
No wonder they say that chaps lika ya got nothing in the head.
She turns her face away while crossing her arms in an attempt to regain some dignity.
Someone should tell ya to mind your own beeswax before ya get socked for it.
*Bill sat down and looked at the other people here*
[Kazuya laughs very loudly at her reaction.]
So you do!
Wow Boss, who would've thought you liked that kind of person!
[He gets closer to her, and with a mocking face, he mutters.]
You really want to "chill", don't you?
A young man enters the cafe while still eyeing the sign. He takes his hands out of his hoodie's pockets and waves as he enters.
Hello, Gamma! The cafe name is the best thing ever AND the bane of my existence at the same time. Anyway, It's nice to have a new hub here.
*Minato mumbles something to himself*
Her right arm shoots out and she caresses Kazuya's chin with a firm grip from her hand. Gone is the innocent blush now replaced with a smirk cutting into threatening territory.
Listen here bimbo I don't enjoy dealing with too much bushwa.
She leans in almost pressing her forehead against Kazuya's.
And you dear chap are almost hitting my line.
With a deft hand flick she pushes Kazuya's head back separating the two of them and winks.
Hope ya get the drift of my gab.
*Bill looked at Kazuya and Pauline*
Gamma hears the shattering of his poor mug and turns to the sound. Fantastic, something’s broken already.
Please do refrain from damaging the place. I spent most of my savings on it. I’d rather not buy this stuff again.
Gammagles begins the counter to a group of pastries in a glass container. He opens up the case and grabs a muffin for Bill. Next... Something sweet. Sweet tea will do. Gamma quickly fills a teapot and puts it on to boil
The drink will be a moment, enjoy your pastry in the meantime
Finally, Gamma looks over to Rom and shrugs
I don’t mind prop hanging out. Just don’t do anything that might scare away customers and we’ll be golden.
Pauline turns to look at Bill offering him a sickening sweet smile in return.
Now what do you think you are looking at ya big palooka.
Don't ya know it's rude to stare at a dame.
She then turns back to continues glaring at Kazuya.
Rom nods in agreement and approaches the counter.
Right, I'll keep that in mind. So, anyway... I'd like some green tea if you have it, please.
[Kazuya blushes a bit when this happens, but he isn't all that intimidated by her. Totally]
I get you, I do Boss.
But still, it's quite surprising, I thought someone more of the style of...gangster would be more your type.
[He innocently turns to Gamma, all with a very wide smile]
Gamma, are you a gangster?
*Bill knew that something bad was going to happen soon. He took a bite out of the muffin and kept watching... His face gets more serious*
Don't say I didn't warn ya hun.
Pauline whistles innocently and snaps her glowing left hand with deft motion. In doing so she momentarily steals the light from Kazuya's eyes turning his world dark.
*Bill had his hand near where his Magnum Pistol is*
[Kazuya kept laughing until his vision was completely gone. He kept this very long and awkward silence.]
...
Ah.
[He touched his face to make sure nothing was covering it, and so...that was it. He was blind, he very slowly sat on the ground, and hugged his sword.]
Okay Boss, I get, I'm sorry for saying that you like Gamma.
[He says, relatively loudly.]
"Keep quiet there Kazuya!" Zero shouts to him, knowing his name somehow
Did somebody call for a Pancake Knight?!?
PK blasts through the cafe wall and into the building, holding his laser sword in the air, ready to smite evil doers, however after scanning the room he sees nobody inherently evil, so he instead cries out
Aha! PK is here to save the day! Where is the villan! I shall reform the criminal into a respectful citizen of the nexus!
OOC: Sorry for the long wait, I was driving home
IC: Gamms briefly nods to Rom
How convenient. I just put one on. It won’t be much longer before it’s ready.
Gamnabriefly looks over Kazuya, turning his eyes to Bill’s gun
Please keep your hands off any weapons here. There’s no need to fight, I’ll handle any.....
and that’s when he’s interrupted by Kaz’s shouting. Gamma looks around awkwardly. He sighs before his eyes settle on Kaz and Pauline
Yeah yeah, likely story. Funny as it may be, please keep your quarrels in private. I’d rather not have any violence here if I can avoid it. Somehow that always ends up happening.
Putting up an air of indifference, Pauline just swings her legs in a lazy manner.
Oi fellas it looks like we got a crazy dewdropper here. It appears losing his job got him imaginating stuff that ain't there.
How wumpus.
She studies her nails with an intense gaze.
[Kazuya sighs and, concentrating, makes his way to where Pauline is. He was blind, sure, but he still could move...even if just a few meters.]
Don't be like that Boss.
I thought we were friends, Pauline.
[Kazuya was having...fun? Regardless, he manages to get to Pauline, although he just makes it to her feet. Knowing he was pretty close already and wouldn't risk anything else, he speaks.]
I was just joking though, I figured it would be nice to mess with you after yesterday.
Gamma hears PK's.... Exuberant entrance. He takes a deep breath, calming himself, before turning to the man.
There are no villains here. I think. This is a cafe. Please put away your weapon. One cup's already broken, I'd rather not have to replace anything else. Still, while you're here, would you like anything? No, we don't serve pancakes. Just in case that's relevant.
Well ya took it a smidge far ya palooka.
I'm just giving ya your just desserts right now from beings such a crick.
Her gaze softens a fraction yet she still tries to keep a harsh demeanor in this situation. She had no desire to appear weak in front of anyone.
Take your charges like a sir.
*Bill just did nothing and watched*
[Kazuya smiles as he looks up, not exactly sure where her face was exactly, just the general direction.]
I will, you warned me after and I kept going. I never expected to be blind but...hopefully this is temporary...otherwise I will have to, somehow, find a way to see again.
I hate artificial body parts.
[He leans back, but keeps his balance with both arms.]
I'm sorry though, but once again. I will "take my charges like a sir", Boss.
PK seems somewhat disappointed and relieved that there are no villans in the cafe and decides to plop into a chair, putting away his laser blade
I see! Well then if you don't serve pancakes do you have any maple syrup? I'm pretty thirsty after that entrance!
Annnd, done.
*Minato spins his evoker, then puts it in his holster*
Pauline smiles at Kazuya's apology and in a rare show of affection she throws her arm across his neck pulling his head in.
Ya may not be so bad a guy ya softie. I can now certainly see why girls may have the hots for ya.
Her voice then lowers into a whisper as she lets out a nervous chuckle.
I'm going to have to say sorry myself...
The tea finally finished, Gamma takes it off the heat and pours two cups, setting one in front of Bill and another in front of Rom
Sorry for the wait you two. Took a while to prepare, still, here you are.
Gamma sighs and turns to PK. He's very himself, much as always
We don't have syrup either. Just normal stuff like coffee, water, tea. If all you're interested in are pancakes and syrup, I'm afraid I've got nothing for ya.
Gamma does his best to ignore Kaz and Pauline, instead taking out a small shard of ice to busy himself with, catching and tossing it in the air.
Ah, thank you.
Rom carries the cup to an open booth. While waiting for it to cool down, he takes out his phone and fiddles with it.
[Kazuya blushes and even his smile turns into a much more nervous one.]
It's fine Boss, really, it was my fault anyway...!
[This was completely unexpected. How, why, he didn't know. All he could do was pat her on her back. His mind was pretty much blank.]
I...really didn't see this one coming.
Pauline sympathetically looks at Kazuya and sighs.
Umm so heres the savvy. I'm not exactly what ya called a queen of the craft so your eye sight will ...
Return in 4 to 6 business days give or take.
She nervously laughs and gently pulls out of her gesture.
I'll just got to that gun ho speaksie of mine now.
Bye~
...wait...
What!?
[Kazuya laughs loudly, but he was very clearly nervous, and even a little bit freaked out.]
I-It'll be fine Kazuya, it's just like...a week or so.
I-I can have Pascal help me out with stuff, it's fine...!
After a few minutes, someone walks through the hole made by PK's entrance.
You know, you really should get this thing repaired.
Having finally noticed the hole PK burst through. Gamma takes a deep breath
I just... Paid for that.... So much for the mug.
Gamma smiles widely and looks back over to PK, it’s almost creepy
Fortunately we have someone able to pay for it. Right? After all, it IS his fault.
I do NOT want to know what horrors he will be subjected you, thank you very much. While I'm here, mind if I ask for a drink?
*Minato gets up and turns to Gamma*
How much was that iced tea?
Gamma sighs and turns to the newcomer. He shrugs.
Sure sure, that's what this place is for. What would you like? We've mostly got coffee, tea, all that good stuff.
After addressing the other, Gamma tuns to Minato and checks a nearby menu
that'll be 447 Yen. Not bad, but then again it was just one glass
Eh, coffee then.
As the newcomer goes to take a seat, he suddenly turns to face Gamma.
Oh, almost forgot. Why would someone create a giant hole in this coffee shop?
Rom simply drinks his tea, and then looks at his phone's screen with a frustrated expression.
"PK, you again?" Zero scowls at him, "Do you do this all of the time?"
Gamma sighs and turns to the newcomer. He seems more exasperated than furious now
If I knew the twisted channels the madmen who I inhabit the world with thought in, I would probably follow them into insanity. The reasons are incomprehensible.
Gamma takes a deep breath, gazing at what was once a precious, intact cafe wall
Anyways, what kind of coffee blend would you like...... Sorry, what's your name? I don't think I've seen you around before after all
Oh, right, name. I'm Arkade. I still don't know your name, though. Oh, right, name. I'm Arkade. As for the blend? I may end up regretting this, but surprise me.
Yuri had fallen asleep by accident, as many cats do. They finally snap back to the world of the living and look around. No drink yet, but that was fine. The catnap had given them some energy.
Ooc: I was eating dinner.
Ic: Alright then.
*Minato puts 500 yen on the counter*
Thanks again for the iced tea, Gamma. Also keep the change.
*Minato exits the cafe*
Gamma turns back to the counter behind him, he searches for something standard, a house blend, and begins to make coffee with it.
Alright Arkade, please, call me Gamma. That's what I ask anyways. A lot of people don't follow that, but what can you do, right?
Gamma looks back across the front, and catches sight of the awakening Yuri. As well as the lack of Ruka
Oh, fantastic. This is why I usually don't get help. Sorry for the wait, fortunately I have just the thing cooking.
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PK awakes from his daze caused by a concussion and perks up, drawing a blue key and opening a small velvet door in the wall, opening it and dropping off bags and bags of presumably money to Gamma
Sorry about that! I thought that there was someone evil here! Nobody has time for doors when your trying to save someone!
OOC: I'm sorry, I went to sleep and had to go to work. Sorry for not telling.
suddenly appears inside the cafe
Is someone here?
OOC: Its fine m8, but I don't really plan on reopening this for a while. Please refrain from bumping it *glares at Kushala*
OOC:Sorry I didn't know.
OoC: Okay boss. This will be my last post on this thread now.