After gaming in Deep Ground, Asahi left to meet with Yuuno at the movies. His wounds were mostly healed and just a memory of the past: now he was going to hang out with some hotties and have a good night. He wondered what sort of movie they were going to watch. He didn't really have a preference, but honestly romantic dramas were never really his cup of tea. He often ends up feeling like there needs to be more "Macho" actions done, like having the guy put his foot down when he has to make a decision between two girls, or letting the adults act like fucking adults and chose how to live their own lives, instead of doing what their parents want. Of course action movies weren't exactly his thing either. Asahi likes a story; if he wanted explosions and gunfights he'd go back to Deep Ground. A good story would make Asahi want to see the bad guys get their dicks exploded, but a bad one just flashes lights at him. Asahi also hoped they didn't go see a horror movie: while he typically can keep his cool and not scream at every jump scare, horror movies make him really paranoid afterwards. [b]"Maybe it'll be an anime movie. Those are usually pretty cool."[/b] Asahi arrived to the movie theater but didn't see Yuuno anywhere. Pulling his coat tighter to his body Asahi walked up to the ticket counter and looked at what sort of movies were showing soon. Further away at the meeting point of two individuals, Yoshino glanced up as she noticed Retsu approaching. And, she had to admit, Retsu did look good in that get-up of hers. The Student President unconsciously approved of the attire and she nodded when Retsu complimented her. [color=8493ca]"Likewise, you as well Retsu. We should get going now to the theaters. Apparently that's where Yuuno and her date are heading off to tonight."[/color] [color=0072bc]"It's... it's not a date, Yoshinon!"[/color] said the distressed voice of Yuuno, who had just arrived at the shopping arcade, right from Yoshino and Retsu's blind spot. [color=0072bc]"Actually, there's some more people coming to watch it with us. Also, don't tell anyone this, but... it looks like someone might try to pirate the movie,"[/color] Yuuno whispered to Yoshino and Retsu. The young blue eyed girl was dressed in a very casual attire, Converse sneakers, denim shorts, black thighighs, a stripped t-shirt and a bleached denim jacket over it. All in all, Yuuno looked like the perfect image of a country girl, who's not used to the big city, which became even more evident with the contrast between Yuuno's get up and that of Yoshino and Retsu. Giving Yuuno a fake smile, Retsu chuckled. [color=black]"Of course, Yuuno-san. Very cute by the way."[/color] Though at the mention of more people Retsu raised an eyebrow. She knew that Asahi was coming, but she wasn't aware that more was arriving. Retsu was going to need to take this into account. Yuuno also mentioned someone was going to pirate the movie, though honestly Retsu could care less about that. [color=black]"Hmm... Well, that's none of our business, Yuuno-san. That being said... Perhaps something interesting might happen."[/color] As they spoke Asahi arrived. He looked a bit shocked at first, but then smiled an approached. [b]"Wow. I must have died, because right now I see some angels."[/b] Then Asahi shot a glare at Retsu, giving her a devilish smirk. [b]"And a few devils too..."[/b] Retsu's smile faded and she just gave Asahi a stern look. [color=black]"I hope those are your last words."[/color] Yoshino glanced at this random boy who had entered into the conversation and raised an eye as he regarded Yuuno. So this was her date then? But wait, wasn't he supposed to be...then she turned to glance at Retsu and immediately her gaze hardened slightly. There was no way. The person that had apparently captured her cousin's heart was...Retsu's brother? The Student President crossed her arms, holding back a sigh. It was both a blessing and a curse of memorizing every student's names. One of the many perks and horrors of being Student President. From their school files alone, Yoshino knew the two were incredibly violent and competitive with one another. But...seriously? Yuuno couldn't have picked a better choice? Yoshino remained silent for now though she initiated the group's walking towards the theater, hoping things would not blow over between these two- [color=6ecff6]"Hiya Shino~!"[/color] Yoshino took pause as she stared at none other than Maribel herself. The Vice President a certain boy kept in her grip as she half-dragged, half-led Alex over towards the now large group of teens. Yoshino resisted the urge to roll her eyes at the display. What was worse was that Bel was wearing a...a...was that a [url=http://41.media.tumblr.com/7b094f4fcc070f3f0e4df1d75b3974bb/tumblr_mui9nzSOjE1qgcvueo1_500.png]maid costume?[/url] Today had been an odd day for Alex. He woke up and finally fished out his old music player, feeling good about himself, then he fell off a ladder and cracked his head a little. Then he met someone new in DGO and now Bel was taking him to the movies again under the pretense of stopping piracy. He was prepared for it being an excuse, however what pushed today over the edge was meeting up with Bel and finding her in a maid outfit. Then as they approached the cinema, Alex saw Miss President and, well... Alex doubted that this was a coincidence. Bel didn't allow for coincidences. [color=green]"Um... hi Miss President. Nice... evening? Bel told me to help her with some council stuff... so um... here I am? Helping her I mean... yeah..."[/color] It sounded like an awful excuse even to him, but it was all he had to explain the situation he was in. Even then it did nothing to explain the maid costume. That just made him even more flustered and he was certain that everyone was staring at him. [color=green]"Bel? Can we, uh, go in? It's kinda, well it isn't awkward, but I am feeling a bit self-concious... a pretty girl dressed as a maid certainly draws attention..."[/color] [color=6ecff6]"Sure we go in! There's nothing stopping us, right?"[/color] To that, Bel gave a glance at Retsu as if confirming something. She had a feeling the bespectacled girl would try something to get rid of the extra baggage. When one hung around the dark secrets of the Student Council, they tended to pick up on these things. Still, that ultimately didn't stop her as she led Alex into the movie theaters. Neron accepted the contact request, watching Kisa leave as he once again looked over his surroundings. After a short pause, Neron walked back towards the black fortress in hopes of being recruited by the Ebony Strykers. He moved at his maximum speed consistently to test his limits but it seemed he did not slow with time. Unfortunately, his max speed was not all that quick. Hopefully his endurance maintained during fights. Eventually, Neron made his way into the black fortress, walking in through the front gate, it only took a few minutes for him to become lost. Only by sheer luck did he stumble across the throne room of the black guild’s home base. Unfortunately, it seemed the Black King was not present. With a shrug, Neron merely sat on the floor, waited for a few minutes, then eventually decided to log out. Sora sat up with a blank expression as if he weren’t truly conscious, his lightless eyes viewing the same, shoddy room for the third time. Eventually he stood up soundlessly, grabbing what remained of his food and mindlessly eating the staling fried chicken and bread. Without much thought, he went back to the small bathroom, washing his face before making eye contact with himself in the mirror. He paused for a few moment, looking his face up and down before fixing his gaze on his own eyes. His expression turned ugly with disgust for a split moment before he splashed his hands in the water, draining the basin and storming out of the bathroom with a poisonous [color=fb9096] [i]“Pitiful…”[/i][/color] Before Sora could become angry though, he recalled his reason for leaving his home in the first place. To clear his thoughts, he quickly threw on an old team hoodie from when he had participated as a guest member of a boxing team and track pants, stuffing his feet in his tired shoes and darting out the door. Running before the door had even slammed shut. It couldn’t be considered a jog, by the time Sora had gotten into the rhythm, he was moving at full stride. To most it would appear as a full on sprint, his figure becoming something intimidating as his 6 foot figure charged down the sidewalk. Exercise allowed clear thoughts and provided medicine for the mind, it was Sora’s method of calming down. It was only a half an hour later when he came to a stop, having explored a great deal of the commercial district near the Purple Crown Academy. His sharp features taking on a very reddish hue as his chest contorted deeply with each breath. What had caused him to stop was a familiar face. Well, first what had grabbed his attention was a small girl in a maid outfit, then it was the face of Yoshino Tsugumi, the president of his newly enrolled school. There was only a half a second of debate before Sora decided to seize the opportunity to introduce himself to Yoshino. Despite his half-assed attire, Sora walked up to the gathering group of people as if he himself was invited. With both hands in his pockets, he announced himself without much care. [color=fb9096] ”Yo, Class President Yoshino, I must say you’re looking very classy, are we going to a dance?”[/color] His features were still reddened on the tips from his work out, but he had a confident but playful smirk spread across his face. Of course his composure was frivolous as always. Yoshino blinked, hearing a new voice from the distance. She turned to see none other than the latest edition to Purple Crown Academy's roster, Naruse Sora. Ah, so this was the new student. She had just completed his paper work only today, though it seemed he too had plans for the night. Smiling, Yoshino said, [color=8493ca]"Not exactly. Hello there Mister Sora. It's a pleasure to finally meet you. Don't mind my attire. We're only going to see a movie. Somethin American film about space and lightsabers. Would you like to join us?"[/color] With a grin, Sora nodded as he spoke, his playful features almost thanking Yoshino, [color=fb9096]"Ah, going to the movies with the gorgeous class president and her beautiful friends? It is impossible to refuse."[/color] As everyone gathered together Asahi backed off from Retsu. He knew she wouldn't act out in front of everyone, whereas Asahi was more than willing to show off to a crowd. [b]"Looks like the gang's all here! I didn't think we were forming a party, but I'm not mad about that. So, ladies, are we seeing some action tonight, or maybe something a bit more saucy?"[/b] Asahi walked over to Yuuno, his massive girth nearly dwarfing the petite girl next to him. He was at least three times larger than she was. Retsu sighed and stepped closer to Yoshino. Whatever hostilities the two might have between each other, Retsu hoped to put it aside to deal with these new... Arrivals. Sending her a message over their e-mail, Retsu covered her mouth and contemplated their next move. [i][color=black]"Asahi I can deal with, but I we need to lose the rest of these people."[/color][/i] While it'd be inevitable for them to meet other students while they were out, Retsu wanted to make sure this was just a meet and greet and not a recruitment. After sending her message to Yoshino Retsu spoke to Sora, whom she only knew tenuously as someone from one of the big-named families. And even then she doesn't remember what his specific relationship with them was. [color=black]"We're actually about to go see a movie. We're a bit late so we'll be getting the last seats, if we're not too late."[/color] And to ensure that this was true, Retsu used another program in her chip to access ticket sales for the theater. She couldn't shut them all down at risk of making things suspicious, so she needed to figure out what movie they were going to watch first. Once she knew which one, then she could make sure She, Yoshino, and Yuuno would be the last ones to get a ticket. Yoshino glanced at Retsu but said nothing. She was a little annoyed that the girl was trying so hard to get rid of the others but didn't let it bother her too much. So she sent a quick mental email to Retsu saying they were to see the latest Star Wars film before letting the girl do her job. Little did she or Retsu know that Bel had already purchased tickets for the entire group, having suspected such a move from Retsu. The Vice President had her ways and tricks. [color=8493ca]"Right then,"[/color] Yoshino announced. [color=8493ca]"Shall we go inside? After you of course Mister Sora. It's only fair that you be treated to the best seeing as you're a new student among us."[/color] Sora had taken to glancing about the lobby before Retsu informed him they were grabbing the last seat. With a helpless shrug, he was already ready to buy his own ticket when Yoshino offered him to enter first. He frowned with an exaggerated knitting of the brow, [color=fb9096]"That's no good class president, I'd feel bad if I were to intrude then take the first spot."[/color] He seems apologetic when he suddenly makes a face of surprise, [color=fb9096]"Ah, could it be you want me to save you a spot?"[/color] He sagely nods, as if he has completely understood the situation, [color=fb9096]"Leave it to me class pres!"[/color] Without a second thought, Sora turned on his heel and walked into the theatre, looking through the theatre and picking a spot in about the center of the theatre. Yuuno was quiet during all the meetings, since the only one she was acquainted to aside from Yoshino and Asahi was Maribel, so... [color=0072bc]"That one must be..."[/color] Yuuno though before sending a message to Alex saying, [color=0072bc]"Hi there, Jukebox-kun! It's me Absinthe, don't worry, I won't tell A.N.Y.O.N.E,"[/color] while waving for him from behind everyone as she gazed at her beloved Maribel-sama. Anyway, the poor country girl followed everyone as they finally went in the theater properly said and found herself a seat in the back rows, where she could keep away from others' sight as she kept an eye on Asahi, Alex, Yoshino, Retsu and Maribel. If anyone asked why she was doing that, the obvious answer was to say that she was looking out for the supposed movie pirate. Meanwhile, Eris had just finished her previous discussion with Cassandra and was just wandering silently to the theater, while fiddling with her hair. That is, until she actually stepped in the yet to be darkened room and gazed upon what could only be described as an impossibility come true. Right there, before Eris' eyes laid a gathering of Purple Crown's students, most of them, members of the Student Council's high echelon, up to and including the infamous president, Yoshino Tsugumi. [color=fff200]"Well, if this isn't luck..."[/color] Eris said under her breath, before turning to Cassandra and beckoning her to follow. [color=fff200]"Let's go, Cassandra O'shera, we need to find decent seats, before they are all taken."[/color] The seats Eris secured were none other than those right besides the ones Yoshino and Retsu chose. [color=fff200]"Good evening, Yoshino Tsugumi and friend, who could foresee such a meeting? By the way, these dresses fit you very well. Also, let me introduce this, Cassandra O'shera, a friend,"[/color] Eris said, gesturing towards Cassandra, before flipping her hair idly and taking the seat as she waited for Yoshino's reaction. [color=8493ca]"Oh. Hello Miss Valkeyr. Yes, I know who your friend is. Hello Miss O'shera,"[/color] Yoshino said with evident boredom. Was this girl stalking her or something? Still, Yoshino didn't much care really as the movie began to begin, the lights dimming down and the movie starting. [hr] A few hours later and the movie had come to a close. Sora clapped vigorously at the end of the movie, catalyzing applause to the point of polite accommodation. Yoshino waited for most of the crowd to exit the premises before she got up from her seat. Well then, that had been better than she had expected. Yuuno waited for most of the crowd to leave as well, but intentionally blocked the path when the present students were about to leave the premises of the theater, or else, her plans would go down the sink. [color=0072bc]"So... since we are all school mates here, what do you all say of going out and getting something to eat together. Maybe... pizza?"[/color] Yuuno blushed while she presented her plan, nevertheless, when would she have a better opportunity to make more friends? [b]"I'm down for that!"[/b] Asahi chimed up. He wasn't much of a Star Wars fan, but the movie was nice. Shame that he didn't understand some of the references, given that he's never seen all the past movies nor kept up with the series before. Perhaps he could talk about it with his friends, get some conversations going. Retsu was quiet throughout the entire situation. Her plan to sever the group was foiled when it appeared that Bel had already made reservations for all of them. Which begged the question just how Bel knew this many people were going to show up, given that Yuuno was the one who wanted to go out. In fact, why did it seem like half the school had all decided to come today and watch the movies with them? Of course Retsu was over exaggerating, but she still felt that there were forces beyond her perception forcing events along. She will not allow them to continue doing so. Yoshino glanced at Retsu, wondering if she was just quiet for the sake of it or simply analyzing something. She wouldn't put it past the other girl to layer some kind of plan into this but to what it would be, she had no clue. She did notice how Maribel seemed to make ghost looks at the two of them but she chalked that off to her Vice President just being eccentric again. Alex was already nervous, by the look on Yoshino's and her friend's face, she wasn't very happy to see Bel here, or anyone for that matter. Thankfully Bel had already purchased the tickets so no one had to awkwardly stand around waiting. Suddenly Alex got the message from Yuuno, revealing herself to be Absinthe. Turning around her saw her waving and with a nervous wave back, Alex instinctively moved a bit closer to Bel as if he could somehow hide behind her. This whole situation felt a lot worse than the last time Bel dragged him here. Yoshino and her friend were extremely intimidating. Slightly shaking, Alex sat down next to Bel and tried to sink into the chair. As the room darkened and the warm light of the projector screen sprang to life, Alex felt his eyelids grow heavy... and he was out like a light, falling to the side his head resting on Bel. Next thing he knew there was loud clapping and the lights were back on. Momentarily forgetting where he was Alex panicked and accidentally grabbed Bel's hand. Realizing what he did, Alex hastily dropped it and felt his hands shaking. Hearing the offer of Pizza Alex looked at Bel who seemed to be looking at the President in a weird way [color=green]"I'll probably be dragged wherever Bel leads, soo... yeah..."[/color] biting his lip Alex looked down and scratched his head. Sora raised his hand as if he were attempting to garner attention without much thought to his surroundings. "I'm in! Pizza sounds delicious right now." Anything sounded delicious to Sora at any time due to his gluttonous tendencies, but making friends so early into his enrollment would be a godsend. There was no reason to refuse. [color=fff200]"Hmm... a tempting idea, miss..."[/color] Eris said. [color=0072bc]"Yuuno, Kurogami Yuuno, I'm just a new transfer student and Yoshinon, cousin,"[/color] Yuuno replied, pointing to Yoshino. [color=fff200]"Yoshinon? I didn't expected that one, hahaha,"[/color] Eris laughed inwardly, as she shot a glance to Yoshino. Nevertheless, she turned again to address Yuuno, [color=fff200]"Like I said, Miss Yuuno Kurogami, that's a rather tempting idea. Cassandra O'shera here has been looking for new social venues, thus if she's in, I'm as well."[/color] Eris flipped her hair as she waited for Cassandra's reply. [color=black]"Pizza sounds nice. Do you have anywhere in mind, Kurogami-san?"[/color] [hr] [center][@Caits], [@KoL], [@McFazzer], [@Lucius Cypher], [@OldManWong], [@Kitsune], [@Spriggs27][/center]