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Sakuya had absolutely no idea where the sudden questioning came from, but she found herself caring less and less. She understood them, truly she did, but going out of their way to question someone wasn't going to lead them anywhere. No, questioning Yamamoto was probably going to make things worse, and she wasn't about to have anyone jump to conclusions or cause trouble.

[color=salmon]"I will handle it, then,"[/color] She stated sharply. [color=salmon]"None of you are to approach him until I give the go-ahead. For now, go home."[/color]

She glanced at her watch, letting out a sigh. [color=salmon]"I have to inform the teachers about something regarding Ito, that will be taken care of tomorrow,"[/color] She stated. [color=salmon]"We'll talk more about this tomorrow."[/color]

[/indent][hr][sub][right][@Obscene Symphony][@Entityx][@psych0pomp][@WXer][/right][/sub][hr][center][img]https://img.roleplayerguild.com/prod/users/089b2f6e-85bf-47fc-a7ce-649e8699e678.png[/img][/center][hr][hr][indent]

The Shadow's mask cracked under the pressure of the attacks, limbs flailing madly as it was attacked over and over. Eventually, its limbs stop moving altogether, the only sounding being heard was the crumbling on its mask. Slowly, its limbs retreated into itself and retreated into the well. Mira forced herself to stand, hurrying to the well, though when she reached it, the surface was perhaps a few inches from the top. Touching it, the surface was as hard as stone, its presence gone.

[color=lightblue]"Nicely done!"[/color] She congratulated the four. [color=lightblue]"I don't think it'll be coming back anytime soon. For now, we should probably head back. The adrenaline's pumping, but I'm sure once you really stop you'll notice how tired you are."[/color]

Once she finished speaking, there was the sound of a very faint, distant voice. After a few seconds, it became clear that it was a melody being sung far away. It was familiar to the four there, something they had heard in their dreams, but once it was clear what was being heard, Mira's face paled considerably.

[color=lightblue]"She's coming,"[/color] The words seemed to have gotten trapped in her throat, but she forced them out nonetheless as she backed away from the well, her hands searching her pockets. Bringing out what looked like a small, shiny crystal, she put herself close enough to everyone. [color=lightblue]"We're leaving right now."[/color] She informed them, raising her hand above her head and throwing the crystal onto the ground as hard as she could.

The crystal shattered, though instead of breaking into pieces, a bright light sparked out and thin lines formed a square around them. Once it was completed, the floor underneath them flashed, and the five of them fell through. The sensations and movement were very much the same as when they entered, though this time the four students were tossed carelessly back into the gym. The mirror shined brightly, a light popping out and shrinking down as it formed the same cat that had been with them. She let out a meow of disapproval, looking back as the mirror returned to normal.

[/indent][hr][sub][right][@Scribe of Thoth][@Asura][@Lord Orgasmo][@RiverMaiden][/right][/sub][hr][hr][hider=Meeting With William for the Awakened]
[center]The room you awaken in is draped in a swathe of deep blue. It appears to be a luxurious train cart, a variety of cushioned seats on either side. You swear you can hear what sounds like [url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rk6nb6st99g]music[/url] coming from all around you, though there are no speakers that you can see. The train feels like it is moving, though several curtains block the outside view. Any attempt at removing them is blocked, and a single wooden door decorated in an odd insignia appearing to be a mask. Without realizing it, however, your hand is reaching out towards the handle. However, your hand only stops because you realize that there is no longer a way to open it. There was no doorknob, not even a hole to show it once existed. 

[color=steelblue]"Welcome to the Velvet Room."[/color]

The voice is decidedly male and coming from behind you; standing next to a small, wooden desk with a quill and paper on it is William, and as he straightens, his smile is much warmer than before. 

[color=steelblue]"Your Awakening has done much to suppress the corruption. You're doing wonderful so far,"[/color] He congratulates you politely with a subtle relief in his eyes. [color=steelblue]"Your power burns magnificently, as the Arcana given to you is now yours to command. However, caution is wisest going forward: not everything in our possession remains as such. Should you stray, I fear that same conviction may just swallow you whole as well. So long as you don't lose your way, your Persona will continue to help you on your journey."[/color]

William taps the paper on the desk. [color=steelblue]"This is the first time so many contracts have been handed out at once, yet I am confident that this was the right decision,"[/color] He states. [color=steelblue]"Tomorrow, I suggest that you rest. If you find yourself restless, however, I would suggest finding my door in your world. It will not open until every Awakening has occurred, but you may find something useful until that moment happens. It is located in a place consumed by flames that should be no more."[/color]

He bows his head once more. [color=steelblue]"We will meet again. Until then, take care of yourself."[/color][/center][/hider][hr][hider=Meeting With William for the Ones Still Slumbering]
[center]The room you awaken in is draped in a swathe of deep blue. It appears to be a luxurious train cart, a variety of cushioned seats on either side. You swear you can hear what sounds like [url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rk6nb6st99g]music[/url] coming from all around you, though there are no speakers that you can see. The train feels like it is moving, though several curtains block the outside view. Any attempt at removing them is blocked, and a single wooden door decorated in an odd insignia appearing to be a mask. Without realizing it, however, your hand is reaching out towards the handle. However, your hand only stops because you realize that there is no longer a way to open it. There was no doorknob, not even a hole to show it once existed. 

[color=steelblue]"Welcome to the Velvet Room."[/color]

The voice is decidedly male and coming from behind you; standing next to a small, wooden desk with a quill and paper on it is William, and as he straightens, his smile is much warmer than before. 

[color=steelblue]"The time has nearly come for your power to come forth. Will it lead you down the path of justice or destruction? One may never know,"[/color] He says omniously. [color=steelblue]"I have every hope that it will not be so, but despite the Awakened's efforts, the corruption remains. It will likely find a new host before the day is done. While they rest, I suggest you find it before it is too late."[/color]

William taps the paper on the desk. [color=steelblue]"That said, time is on your side. You will have until the day after next,"[/color] He assures you. [color=steelblue]"If you find yourself with no clues, I suggest you try finding my door in your world. It will not open until every Awakening has occurred, but you may find something useful until that moment happens. It is located in a place consumed by flames that should be no more."[/color]

He bows his head once more. [color=steelblue]"We will meet again, I am sure. Until then, take care of yourself."[/color][/center][/hider][hr]
[right]Hinotori High School
Kyoto Prefecture
[sub]APRIL 11TH, 2018
CLOUDY DAY[/sub][/right][hr][center][img]https://txt.1001fonts.net/img/txt/dHRmLjgwLmZmODg4OC5UbUZyWVc1dklGTmhhM1Y1WVEuMA/gloria-beauty-demo.regular.png[/img][/center][hr][indent]
The bell signaling the end of class sounded so far away that it wasn't until the students started shuffling that Sakuya realized they were done. She stared down at her empty notebook, holding back a sigh; what started as a headache ignored quickly developed into a throbbing migraine. It had been some time since she had one, but she supposed she was a little more stressed than she would like to admit. She would have liked nothing more than to go straight home and sleep the rest of the evening in hopes of making it go away.

Of course, she was going to do the complete opposite.

She put her notebook away in her bag, making a mental note to ask someone what they spoke about, and she left the classroom without a word. She was the one that invited Ito to the council room, but she wished she hadn't. Just thinking about interacting with anyone felt like a massive headache--well, her head was killing her already, actually, so she should have compared it to something else.

Taking in a deep breath, she decided she would go down to the vending machines before anything. An iced coffee would probably help things, and she could deal with the crash once she got home. As she walked down the stairs, she noticed a few girls whispering to each other. Right, the rumor that Yamamoto was bothering an underclassman spread like fire, almost everyone was talking about it. He was probably in the library sulking somewhere. Good, so long as it meant he wasn't bothering her or anyone else, he could sulk for the rest of the year.

Speaking of underclassmen, she supposed she could poke her head into Hoshino's classroom. Even if he ignored her, she could perform her due diligence just so no one could say she didn't. Ignoring the dread in her chest, she took a quick look inside just to confirm he was still there, though she did a double-take as she swore she saw a cat outside the window. Instead of going in, however, this time she decided to wait outside the classroom, lightly massaging her temples until she would see him walk out. Alright, this time, she would be a good senior. She could be nice. It wasn't [i]that[/i] hard.

[color=salmon]"Hoshino,"[/color] She called out to him. [color=salmon]"Do you have a minute?"[/color][/indent][hr][hr]