Kotori walks over to the man ??? Hello. Are you lost?

*Haruko was walking back from the.... eventful events at the park. Finding herself in the Roppongi Hills as she walks along, enjoying the lights even as she mumbles to herself.* --hope it isn't too simple, really. Wishing for the strength save people from their "inevitable fates."

*Urumi was sitting down with a little girl... both of them were looking up at the night sky* *Urumi could not return back to her home with the girl or else people will find where their hidden home is and destroy it just to find this girl*

Eito walked through the city,deciding against getting more practice with his motorcycle in favor of watching the stars. "Woah..." He'd soon spot Ryoma and walk over. "Hello pal,how have you been?"

Quintus would wander into the area looking barely awake and not exactly ok. He was breathing somewhat heavily as if he was out of breath just from walking a small distance. He'd stumble onto a bench out of exhaustion before looking up at tree. "People are still celebrating at a time like this? What a waste..."

HEY, COFFEE MAN! Sachiko spots Ryoma from a distance and moves quickly across the ground towards him using her freshly polished roller blades, making sure to circle around anything in her way for fun, including people. What' up? Any new blends ya got lined up?

Ryoma snaps out of his daze as he turns to the small girl. Hm? Am I lost? Only in thought my dear. Roppongi Hills is somewhere I remember all too well. He smiles at the girl before turning towards the familiar voice. Ah! Eito, my boy! Good to see you! And I've been well, just reminiscing about the past is all. Quintus catches his attention as he seemed to be out of breath. Ryoma pardons himself for a moment and fetches a water bottle from his bike and runs it over to Quin. Excuse me, sir? Please take this. Are you alright?

*Haruko eventually stops at the small gathering.* Oh, I didn't expect to see this many people here.

He then turns around as he hears another familiar voice call to him. Oh! That woman again! He stands with a smile as she finally reaches him. Good evening, Miss Kurenai. And in fact I do have a special blend in the works! I am quite excited about it.

"I'm doing the same,Ryoma,i'm doing the exact same." Eito sighs and looks up at the sky. "It's been a while,hasn't it?"

Ah.... Hi Haruko-san. You ok? You're kinda pale....

Quintus would try to smile but it'd be faint. His breathing was calming down but it seemed ad though he had other things on his mind. It may be hard to tell in the night light but his skin was almost as white as a ghost's and golden leaves might be seen drying up around his feat occasionally. He would take the water and unscrew the cap before drinking eagerly. "Thank you. I'm alright now so you don't have to worry."

Homura wanders into the area, she'd look over at the gathering group and walk up to them. "Ah, hello Ryoma-san! Eito-kun too, Haruko-chan as well? How busy tonight, and it's good seeing you around! And..." She looks at Sachiko, no clue who that one is, so might as well introduce herself! "I don't know you I think, but I'm Homura Akemi and it's nice to meet you! Hopefully, we can get along well!" She'd smile at the other girl for a moment, grinning before she turns to Kotori... She'd run up to the girl with a worried look on her face, pulling her into a hug for a moment before smiling. "Gah, Kotori where have you been? Geez, please don't just run off like that. It..." Her voice goes low as she looks down, all too much could have happened to someone like Kotori. "It was pretty scary, and I'm sorry I didn't find you before now. But, why the heck did you run off anyways? You didn't think I was mad or something, right?"

Pale? I think I'm just.... fine. *She'd then smile at Homura.* Oh, hey Homura. I... think I saw you earlier in Shibuya.

Iz hugged by Homu Ah. Homura-chan. Ehehe~ Sorry. I guess I didn't come back, Did I? Uhh, I kinda started living by my garden. I.... Uhh...... She looks up and begins fiddling with her left ear I don't really remember why I left??? Ahaha~ She then peers closely at Haruko, Still fiddling You sure? You look like you just saw something scary.

Well... I did see a fight... but that's all.

Fight!? Ooh! Who fought who!? What was it like!? Was it cool!? Who won!? She bounces excitedly

*Urumi soon gets up so does the little girl. Urumi looks at the group, soon taking a deep breath* *Urumi soon begins to walk to the group with the little girl following her from behind* Uhhh... Hi

Well.... it was Tatsuya and.... the other Tatsuya.... *She'd sigh* The older one won. And honestly... it wasn't that great of an ending...

Oh, Did it end anti-climatically? She notices Urumi Oh hey, You aren't hiding behind your mask. Yo!

It was very climactic.... if you like death.

... The girl sighs, geez poor Kotori. There's a small frown on her face as she speaks. "Well, I don't really feel it's safe for you out there alone... But, I'm not gonna stop you if you don't want to come back." She'd look back up, putting a bright grin on her face and sounding quite happy again. "Just know that you can come back whenever you feel like it! I worry about you after all, and... If was something I did or said, just please tell me. I'm not gonna bite your head off Kotori!" She'd then look over at Haruko curiously, geez what the heck happened? Did... Well, the young one most likely died. Still, hopefully Tatsuya had a good reason, what little she's seen doesn't make her think her think he's that bad.

He turns back to Quintus. Well if you need anything else, just let me know. Ryoma, by the way. That's my name. I don't believe we've met before but we have now. He then waves happily at Homura. Good to see you too, Miss Akemi. I am glad to see you in good health. He then finally answers Eito. I wouldn't say it has been that long. But long enough.

So, um, h-hey Homura-chan.... How's the.... witch situation around the city?

*Urumi looks at Kotori* Yea... I'm not... I'm still trying to.... not be shy without... my mask *A little girl pokes her head around Urumi's leg to see who everyone is*

Yeah, I'll tell you if there's anything. Sorry I made you worry. And... I kinda just.... She messes with her ear again I think I wanted to see if I could survive on my own.... I dunno..... It's weird.... After hearing Haruko, tilting her head in confusion And? What else? Sounds like a fine ending to me. That's how most serious battles end. To Urumi Good. You're getting out of your comfort zone. You'll never grow if you don't. And masks only make you suspicious. You can never see a masked persons true face. It means they're hiding. And that causes people to mistrust and avoid you.

With a wide grin Sachiko grabbed Homura's hand to shake it ecstatically. Nice to meet'cha, Homura! Name's Sachiko Kurenai! Guessin' from how ya greeted everyone that most of you all know eachother? I'm real jealous, haven't been around for long, I don' know anyone aside from the owner and the other kid. With a giggle she moved over and put her arm around Haruko, oblivious to the conversation happening. Well best way to fix not knowin' anybody is with introducing myself to everbody, right? How 'bout you?

Turning to face Homura,Eito smiles. "Hey Homura-chan,how's it been lately?" The teen then faces Ryoma once again and shrugs. "Maybe felt longer for me,I haven't had your coffee to support my addiction!" Eito yawns as he stretches a bit,strained from a lot of work. "Anyway,Coffee Man,me and Senri have been sorta waiting for you." "We've got an important job soon."

Quintus would look back with tired eyes. His smile grows a little before falling back down to a more indifferent expression. "Quintus...its a pleasure to meet you as well...again, thanks. Kindness isn't something I'd have expected right now."

H-huh? Er.... I'm Haruko. And yeah it ended the right way, just.... it's sad that it had to end that way.

She shrugs I mean, doesn't everyone who goes into serious combat do it with the expectation that they could die? It's his fault for picking a fight he couldn't win. Heck, I'm not even sure how I've survived this long.

The girl sighs... Too damm many, but well, people can take care of themselves around here by and large. "There's quite a few, many people can deal with them beyond Magical Girls though. Not as easy to find, but beyond that? I'd be lying if I said we quite had enough people focused on it..." She pushes her glasses up and gives the older girl a deadly serious look, the little bastard's been running his mouth, hasn't he? "I take it you talked to the Incubator then? I killed him earlier, but he never stays dead. Usually likes to eat his corpse too, save on energy ya know? Regardless, I presume he said something like... There's no reason to not want more Magical Girls unless you want more Witches?" She's dealt with that dammed thing all too much, hate it she may, but Homura Akemi can think like it to an extent. "He's right from a logical point of view, but, his kind considers emotions a mental illness too. I don't want more people to end up doing this because it's freaking terrible, we might do more good than harm, but it's not a fate I'd wish on anyone, let alone a friend." She'd then turn back as Sachi grabs hold of her hand, meeting everyone huh? Heh, she might get along with this girl. "Yeah! Sure some people aren't gonna get along, but you'll never know unless you try to talk with them!" She'd then look over at Ryoma and Eito with a grin on her face, waving to them both before saying a few words. "I'm always in good health Ryoma-san! One of the few good things about my skill set really! As for how it's been... Well, pretty good all things considered, except for that part of my past is haunting me a bit, but I'll deal with it!" Finally, she'd look at Quin and wave to him, clearing her throat before speaking to the young man. "And Quin-san! I haven't seen you since Gamma's cafe... Well, glad to see you again regardless, anything exciting happening with you lately?"

*Sighs* I know... *Urumi looks down at the little girl* don't worry. they won't hurt you and if they try to you know who will stop them *The little girl walks to Urumi's side*

Heyo Kiddo. With your big sis today?

Ryoma flashes Quintus a smile. Well the Wandering Barista always keeps kindness in stock! And what do you mean when you say you wouldn't expect kindness right now? He then faces Eito with a sheepish smile. Well I've been travelling a lot so that's my bad, haha! His eyes narrow as Eito mentions a job. Waiting for me? What's going on? What job?

So.... you knew, huh? Truth be told, he said either there's not enough Magical Girls in a city this large, or someone's been intentionally farming Witches.... Homura-chan, are you sure that one from the Tower is.... gone?

*The little girl sighs and takes out a piece of paper and a pen and begins to write something* She's a mute

Oh yeah? Kotori speaks in sign language "Ever think of learning sign language?"

Aww... Is that all ya got, Haruko? Ya gotta put more 'oomph' into it, y'know?! With a dejected sigh she turns back to Homura to shrug. Well, I suppose you're right, sure is a shame. Anyway, hey, overheard ya talkin' 'bout some strange stuff. Do you all play the same one game as the other kid and the coffee king here, the one I heard about the other day?

The girl shrugs, not enough of them? Likely not, but having more... It's not okay. "I'll figure something out, maybe I just need to try and get more local help. But no, Madoka and I at least aren't letting those dammed things eat people. Sayaka wouldn't either, so if someone's doing that... Well, wouldn't shock me if there are others in the city. Still, if you're thinking about becoming one of us? I don't suggest it, there's a better way than that." As she responds to the second question, however, her face falls and her voice goes a bit weak. "As for her... I think she's dead yes, I can't say for sure here. But it seems highly unlikely she'd live, sadly. I really wanted to get to know her honestly." She'd sigh and look down, sounding entirely worn out and depressed by the whole thing... God, that poor girl killed herself for what? To avoid Golden Yu's wrath?

"Exciting..." Quintus' expression would turn dark. He should've expected that some may not know but it was the only thing he could think about now. "Nothing exciting. Just a dreadful event that...I don't know if I can even do anything in...haven't you heard the news...The fall..."

Eito smirks and walks next to Ryoma,his hand on his chin. "According to Senri,it's going to be an...Shall I say...Intricate job." "Sort of...Delivering something,I guess..."

*The little girl shakes her head no but writing something else down before showing Kotori what she wrote down.* "Me and Urumi are not sisters but I found her and chose her to be my protector from those I have been running. I had no time to learn how to speak in sign language but I know what they are saying. So for my whole life, I have just been writing what I've wanted to say"

Sisters doesn't have to be by blood y'know. And why are people chasing you? You do something to them?

*The little girl was about to write something until Urumi stop her* Let me tell her, ok MG *The little girl sighs at the name* What don't like it well, it's the best I can come up with. Anyways MG here is very powerful and has a lot of energy in her that could let's say could make 50 nukes in one minute and people want to use her power for their own personal gain

*Haruko can't help but smile a bit at that chastisting. Poor Homura, she just wants to keep everyone safe. Yet nobody is there to save her, and she can barely seem to do her job alone.* I didn't think you guys were. But... I dunno, maybe there's more we can do about the Witches. *She'd then look over at Sachiko* I'm sorry... a game? Who all plays a game here...?

She'd been lost in thought, upon hearing Sachi however the girl snaps back to reality. "Not quite, I'm not much of a gamer really... Sachiko-chan? How much have you seen around this town?" She'd pause for a moment, wondering how exactly to say that magic is real and her entire worldview is likely a lie in this place if nothing else. "Well, A lot of strange stuff happens here, and magic is... Not fake, some of it's dangerous, I deal with a bit of that honestly... On that note, if you ever see anything odd going on. I'll try to help how I can if you let me know!" She'd then look back at Quin, "The fall"? Sounds like something someone will put a stop to as always really. "I'm sure it's horrible, but I've got faith the people here will sort it out! There's lots of them way stronger than I am, so I'm not really too scared by whatever this is!"

The Fall? Ryoma produces a pamphlet from his apron as Quintus speaks. I've heard of it. Worrying as it may be, I'm not scared. He smiles with confidence as he continues. There are so many amazing people in the Nexus, Quintus. Even if someone threatens our existence, there are those who would challenge the gods if it meant securing a brighter future. I know I've never dealt with this in my world, but a lot of people already have. So long as we don't give in to despair, then hope will find a way. Hope always finds a way! With a final smile he turns back to Eito. Is that all the info you have? Because it sounds terribly illegal!

Why not just use a seal on her? Make that power useless? That seemed to work for my big sister. She needed a seal when she was born cuz the amount of power she had was tearing her body apart.

Staring at Quintus for a bit,Eito nods along with Ryoma's speech. "He's right." "It may take you a while but you will find someone worth appreciating." Eito smirks further as he walks right up to Ryoma and whispers to his ear. "It is." He briefly giggles,his eyes red.

That could work but even if her powers can be used her energy could be still used to power things and if she opens her mouth people could feel her energy but if she closes it before could know where it's coming from then she's safe... but people are using other ways to find her so that's why she choose me as her protector

Y'know, there are people going around granting wishes. Just find one of them and wish for her to be a normal, powerless kid. Poof. Problem solved.

Eh? Guess not then. I was told by Ryo' and Eito 'bout some game... Uh... Masked Rider, somethin'? Conversations just sounded similar, figured it might be the same. Magic, huh... With a grin she ruffles Homura's hair. Hey, I get ya, really. The monsters and heroes in those rumors are probs just exaggerations, maybe guys in costumes. Not much magic happenin' there.

*Sighs* Nothing is that easy *MG was growing some plants using her powers in the background*

He sighs at Eito's words. How illegal is it? And why? He scratches the back of his head after he finishes whispering.

The girl sighs, geez. Is breaking that thought for the best? Well... If Kyubey wants her, not seeing a Magical Girl isn't gonna help anyways. "Trust me, they're far beyond simple rumors... I'm one of those so-called heroes after all." A small ring on her finger would glow with purple light, transforming into an egg-shaped jewel for a moment before bursting out. Homura's whole body would be covered by the glow for a moment before she reappears in a black dress with a white and blue overcoat, a blue ribbon tied across her neck fluttering in the wind. "Long story short, around here if it's a rumor? Chances aren't awful that it's true... But, don't worry too much, there's a lot of people who deal with this stuff so um you should be fine!" She'd grin over at the other girl, clothes shifting back to her normal jeans and a black t-shirt as the jewel returns to its shape as a small ring on her right hand.

You never know if you just dismiss it like that. Sometime's things really ARE that easy. You should at least try. Your job is to protect her right? Wouldn't the best way to protect her be getting rid of the reason she's in danger? You owe it to her to at least give it a shot.

Eito shrugs and continues whispering,his eyes a dark green. "It's a heist."

Ryoma sighs heavily. Are we at least Robin Hood? Taking from the big and corrupt and giving back to the weak and oppressed?

I'm not going to take those changes and hell she might be the one who can stop whatever is going to try and destroy this world and I don't think she is willing to get rid of those power and I think she can help people with those powers

She shrugs If she has the chance to keep herself from being targeted, but refuses to take that chance, then she doesn't have the right to complain about being targeted. With great power comes great responsibility. What kind of power is it?

Yeah.Lots of people who try to help. *she sounds cheerful, but tired. Yawning and turning to leave. Those looking might notice her jaw move, though she can't tell what she mouthed...* I'm sorry, Homura...

She excitedly grabbed Homura's hand after watching her display with awe, and looked at her ring with a smile. Ooh, that seems pretty cool! Wonder if I could get somethin' like this for myself. Sure would make changin' in and outta my uniform easier. Letting go of her hand, she brushes aside Homura's comments. Eh, even if it is dangerous, it ain't nothin' to a girl like me! I was raised on the outskirts of a small town!

Eito shrugs once again,his eyes pink. "Fuck if I know." "All I was told was that 'A game would come up soon and that some people inteded to cheat,so we would as well.',and i'm not taking it literally." "Regardless,despite her...Worse tendencies,Senri has gotten a lot better lately and I doubt she's the kinda gal to lead us into a straight criminal heist."

Ryoma brings a hand to his mouth as he goes over the possibilities in his head. Alright fine. I'm going so you two don't get into too much trouble!

She'd grimace at hearing that, cool? Sure, it's pretty freaking cool if you don't know what you're getting into with it. "It's... Not a choice to be made lightly, and if you meet something named Kyubey, he could give you that power. Just, please come ask me for the details before you do anything? I don't know you well, but I don't anyone jumping into things without the facts!" Upon hearing her comments brushed off, however, the girl frowns a bit. "And... Listen, I'm sure you aren't helpless. But I'm a few times stronger than people twice my size. I've got a few guns, and I've got various bits of magic, I nearly die on a regular basis doing what I do. it is something, something quite big really."

Eito smirks once again,his eyes glowing red. "You think you can stop us,grandpa?" Eito puts his hands to his hips. "I'd like to see you try."

Mind your tone, Eito. You misinterpreted my words. He grins before stretching his arms and resting them behind his head. Although, I hold no doubts in my mind that I could best you with ease. So long as I don't hold back that is.

Eito's grin grows bigger. "That may be true,but my strength isn't in beating you in a battle." "I will hound you to the ends of the Earth-Uh-Nexus!" "Burner is nothing when you witness my true power!" Eito extends his hands to his sides like a supervillain. "Muahahahahahahaha!"

*Urumi sighs* Im just going to go talk to the other people here... K

Shrugs Hey, I tried to help. Kotori waves to Ryoma Umm! Coffee person! Do you sell hot chocolate!?

Don't worry about it! Treat things lightly and with confidence, and ya never gotta deal with stress! But I got it, Kyubey, right? Strange name, but I'll consider lookin' out for them. Sachiko stretched and waved at Homura, turning away to leave as she heard a wild man laughing. She skated over and put an arm around Eito. Hey, what's with the suspicious laughter, and what's this about burning stuff?

Eito,taken by surprise by Sachiko,recoils and actually hisses at her. "You have got to stop doing that!" Eito sighs and clears his throat. "I was-Uh-Just...Talking about..." "A weapon I was considering purchasing..."

Ryoma chuckles before leaning forward and flicking the man on the forehead. Yes, yes. Truly a mighty foe! And let's not talk about Burner too openly. Loose lips sink ships you know! Unfortunately for Ryoma, he didn't notice Sachiko roll up due to his laughter. Upon seeing her he'd begin to sweat profusely. I...uh...ha ha...

*Urumi goes and sits down with the little girl, Urumi soon looks at the girl* I don't think anyone else here would want to talk to us

.................... I see! just another game thing then? Well, gotcha. Hope ya don' mind the sudden departure, but I should get goin'! See ya! Hope to try that new blend next time! With an enthusiastic wave, she turned around and did a spin before speeding off with her roller blades.

Ryoma goes to speak but simply waves off the girl. Farewell, Miss Kurenai! I'll be sure to have that blend ready for next time! He finally turns to Kotori with a grin. Absolutely, just a moment! Ryoma returns to his bike for a few minutes and returns with two cups with steam rising from them. He hands one to Kotori with a smile and the other to Eito. Hot cocoa and coffee respectively. My treat.

Thanks mister! She pours it into a personal cup and hands the original cup back to Ryoma before putting a silver piece on his bike and walking away, sipping the drink as she goes

"Thanks,pal." Eito downs the cup in one go. "Oh,that's the good stuff." He hands Ryoma 1,500 yen. "Thanks."

Neither of you understand what a treat is it seems. He takes the money and bows. Thank you for your patronage.

"Hey,a bribe is a bribe." Eito stretches some more. "Anyway,jokes aside,you prepared for it?"

I should be. I tested out the other cup not that long ago, too. It seems to hold secrets I've yet to tap into. He brings a hand up and balls it into a fist. And I'm on the verge of another blend too. I'll be a force to be reckoned with for sure! He grins at the man. So who are we going after?

"Fuck if I know." "Senri didn't exactly divulge many details."

Well so long as it's a quiet operation, my new form should suffice in terms of support. The man pulls out the small K-Cup labelled "Herbal Ride". I should be able to incapacitate people with this power.

"Let's hope it's a quiet operation,i'm not exactly kitted out for a loud one." Eito sighs. "Anyway,it was fun,see you later." Eito walks away.

Likewise. Ciao, Eito! He waves off the man before turning back to the tree. He puts away the cup with writting on it and instead retrieves a blank one. I hope I get this one done in time.