starsand | June ADA Meeting/Open Mingle/Rumor Discussion

June had been an active month for everyone in Starsand. The fake tradition at the Shrine of Love, the three ghost stories, and still no way home. Knowing this, Osamu Dazai decided the only thing to do was to organize a meeting for the Fallen Stars and citizens alike...🗈

[Dazai had set up a gathering at the park with a small podium. This would do until they'd gotten an official meeting hall. Atsushi, Fauna, and Akutagawa had probably all been tasked with putting up flyers earlier advertising the meeting. He approached the podium, clearing his throat.]

Good afternoon, ladies, gentlemen, Fallen Stars and citizens of all shapes, sizes, and gender persuasions. This is the first meeting held by the Armed Detective Agency to discuss recent events and to set up plans for the future ahead. Let's go ahead and go over what we already know, shall we?

[He shuffled his cards at the podium, flicking one aside. Tellingly, if anyone picked it up...it was blank. Showoff.]

First off. The 'protection charm' so-called tradition. This, as some of you may know, is not an official tradition sanctioned by the Kami of Love. We're not certain who started it, but my guess is that it's for nebulous purposes. If you've tried to 'protect' someone, you had better let them know. And if you've been 'protected', prepare for whatever may come. We'll be doing what we can to decipher the intent behind this and the perpetrator.

[Fwip. Another cue card to the side. This one, if picked up, has 'Chuuya Nakahara has a stinky butt' written on it in red crayon with a chibi drawing of Dazai's face winking with his tongue out next to it.]

Now, let's get into the meatier situations. I believe we've had three curious spirits haunting our dear city as of late, and I'd like to go over each. If anyone has any relevant information pertaining to any of them - encounters, confrontations, simply details you've overheard - please do feel free to contribute to the discussion after the overview is finished.

The first of these is Bloody Mary. The Armed Detective Agency - meaning, my team - Atsushi, Fauna, Akutagawa, raise your hands. These three and myself have looked into this incident in particular. We intend to look into all of them, but this one was our first priority. We regret to inform you that she is quite real. Do not attempt this ritual. She will chase down whoever summoned her, and attempt to attack. She left us with the warnings that she 'learned so much' and that she'd be 'stronger next time' before melting into a puddle of blood. I repeat, do NOT summon Bloody Mary. We will not be discussing how to summon her in the interest of less people doing it...but you've been warned.

[Fwip. Another cue card to the side. This one, if picked up, has 'YOU CAN REACH BLOODY MARY BY SPELLING OUT ICUP AND PRAYING IN FRONT OF YOUR TOILET' written on it in blue crayon. Off to the side, it has the word 'spooky! do not attempt!' written on it. And a little drawing of a bedsheet ghost seemingly dripping blood.]

The second is the Footsteps Behind You ghost. Much like Bloody Mary, I've looked into this one on my own. It attempted much the same. An assault, a promise that it had learned, and a declaration that it'd be stronger next time. It, too, melted into blood. Do NOT summon the Footsteps Behind You ghost, either. Once more, no discussion as to how to do so will be taking place for your personal safety.

[Fwip. Another cue card to the side. This one, if picked up, has 'DON'T TELL THEM THE FOOTSTEPS BEHIND THEM IS ACTUALLY A LARGE HAMSTER WITH SELF-ESTEEM ISSUES. THEY CAN'T HANDLE THE TRUTH.' written on it in green crayon. The giant hamster is drawn on it looking sad.]

The third and final spirit that has been spoken of is regretfully the one I have the least amount of information on. The girl in the reflection. I made an attempt to summon her as well to no success, but the important thing about her is she made no attempt to attack. Unlike the other two spirits, the potential harm of this one is undetected. Still, you should not make an attempt to reach out until further information is given.

[Fwip. Another cue card to the side. This one, if picked up, has 'Potential Reminder: have ADA attempt another summoning. Certain issues may have gotten in my way.' Unlike the other cards, this one was written in pen in fairly elegant handwriting.]

With that, I open the floor to you, meeting participants. If you have any further information, feel free to share with the rest of us and talk amongst yourselves. The purpose of this meeting is to gather information and perhaps get to know your colleagues a bit better.

[And then, suddenly, he brightens.] Of course, after that, if anyone has any way to brighten the mood, we may all need it! So feel free to contribute that, too!

We at the Armed Detective Agency thank you for attending. We'll appreciate your cooperation in the future and know that we are looking into each and every incident with precision and care. Good night, tri-state area~

[And then he just. Drops the rest of the blank cue cards on the podium, folds his arms behind his head, and walks back.

The floor is yours, other participants.]

Flat | Top-Level Comments Only

[ She lowers her voice: ]

...will it be okay to bring him? You already said I can't use my ability, but I can turn mine off.

[ This is her not saying 'no'. This is her asking if it's okay with him. ]

You don't have to hide. You know I don't bite, Atwoshi.

[Staaaaaaaaaaare]

I wanna go. I wanna go on the trip.

Eh? You can both turn off my power? Is this my 'type', Inaba-san? [He whispers back, then turns his attention to Dazai.]

I'm sorry for being so rude. Um. As long as you don't nullify my power. I don't want to get you both stuck in the past.

[ In a whisper: ]

Why the hell are you asking me if it's your type? Shouldn't you know the answer to that?

. . .

[S t a r e]

I won't. I'm not going to nullify anything unless I touch them. Though, admittedly, I'm confused as to why you even know what my ability is...I've never said it.

But hey. We all know it's fine now.

So I'm attracted to people who can hurt me!

[He's reaching some stupid conclusions, but listen. No one keeps Yuuto around for social intelligence.]

Mm. It's okay with me. Did you hear what we were discussing, Dazai-san? [Yuuto glances at Inaba, all smiles again and way too relaxed.] Can you show him the notebook, please?

[Not too far away, Fauna chokes on hearing Yuuto's exclamation.]

--don't say you're a masochist, you fucking dumbass!!

[ Sorry, but he's getting a chop to the head for saying something so stupid before taking a deep breath in and out before sliding the notebook over with the images spoken about earlier in the thread ]

God, I swear I'm gonna get an aneurysm.

Learn what a safeword is, Yuuto.

[Dazai says without missing a beat.]

I overheard a bit. We may be going on a bit of a time crisis?

[He carefully takes the notebook, looking through it. Hm.]

You were suggesting a third person come along anyway, so hey, might as well be me.

Sorry-- [He holds his head where she hit him, but doesn't move away.

Yuuto pouts quietly while Dazai reads the notebook, mumbling something to the effect of "i wanted to know the answer," before Dazai speaks up. He snaps back to attention and nods.]

I don't mean to impose on you, but I'd feel a lot better if Inaba-san wasn't alone. If something happens to me then you'd be together and could understand what you're going through... It would mean living through the time until 'now' and it might be uncomfortable.

Fingers crossed that nothing happens, then.

....Yeah, let's hope. That's kinda scary.

But hey, I've got faith we can do it.

Probably.

Yes, I do too. I won't let any harm come to you while I'm alive. I promise!

[Though-

Poorly timed on his part, but Yuuto yawns behind his hand. His eyes flicker from their shared two hues to only violet and he reaches into his pocket for a Starling.]

I might need a few days before I can go. Is that okay..?

That's fine with me. It'll give me time to prepare a little better, anyway.

Take your time. I'll get my ducks in a row as well, and we'll meet back up when you're ready, Yuuto.

[He hands the notebook back to Inaba.]

Thank youuu- [He yawns again, with his long belt curling like a tail and hair flattening on his head like cat ears. Yuuto pops the candy and teleports into a proper standing position.]

I should go switch places with Dimitri. He's having a lot of fun, even if he pretends not to. [Yuuto looks between Inaba and Dazai.] Please keep Fauna-san off his case for a bit? She didn't mean it, but she hurt him pretty badly.

Already knew he was that kind of person. But can do...for as much as I can, anyway. No guarantees, though.

No probleeeem.

[He nods quietly.] I'll keep an eye on Fauna. She definitely doesn't mean harm, anyway. [He salutes off the top of his head]

Well, I'll see you both when I see you.

[With that, he's off.]

Thank you. See you later. Please get some rest and let me know if you feel strange in the next few days.

[Yuuto waves Dazai off with a smile, then nods to Inaba before disappearing.]

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