[center][h2]Unknown Forest[/h2][/center] [center][img]https://i.imgur.com/88dciJb.png?1[/img][/center] [center][img]https://i.imgur.com/0zvnz6I.png[/img][/center] [center][url=https://youtu.be/26MUv9nh-9A]🐉[/url][/center] [sub][@PaulHaynek][@FrogRFlowR][@Rune_Alchemist][/sub] Shizuka was glad to see that Takeshi had calmed himself and agreed to have dinner with them; He watched him take a seat with Wyn and start a conversation. Finally, someone who’s willing to listen to reason! He took notice of Nyla coming up to him for a brief moment, but he supposed that she saw that he was busy so decided to head back into the kitchen area. Much to his relief; He didn’t think he could deal with her right now after what happened last night… Unfortunately, before he could engage in more pleasantries or take a breather himself, he sensed someone was fast approaching. However, much to his surprise, the chi belonged to that of a mamono. An undead it would seem. Did the Varjans have necromancers on their side, he thought? Whatever the case, he didn’t have much time to think as it appeared the person in question was about to make their presence known to the entire camp. Stepping away toward the edge of camp, he decided to greet this 'guest' directly. [color=0072bc]"Identify yourself"[/color] [hr] [center][img]https://i.imgur.com/cDfjYN0.png[/img][/center] [center][img]https://i.imgur.com/UEASvtf.png[/img][/center] [center][url=https://youtu.be/VmfH9vpp2aQ]🕸️[/url][/center] [sub][@Restalaan][@Rezod92][@Slypheed][@Hammerman][@Dark Cloud][/sub] Atsuha took notice of Takeshi’s blushing face and giggled a bit. After the situation seemed to have de-escalated. She then decided to address the two newcomers, crawling over to them as they went on about the male monsters. [color=9e0b0f]”Konbanwa. I wasn’t expecting aid to literally come down from the heavens. Although, I say that while we have an angel as part of our ranks. At any rate, my name is Hangai Atsuha: Paranormal Detective Extraordinaire and the most beautiful arachnid you’ll ever lay eyes on~”[/color] She said, not being able to help but to flatter herself. [color=9e0b0f]”Ah yes, everyone was rather shocked at the existence of one male monster boy, let alone four! But as the bunny has stated, we’ve been too busy dealing with other things to really pay it much mind.”[/color] One may notice that there was a bit of a nervous slip at the end of her statement. She also shot a blushed glance at Skarsneek for a brief moment. [color=9e0b0f]”That being said, it’s interesting to see more foreigners join our group. Especially when they’re a pair consisting of a little birdie and buzzing fly.”[/color] Her comment was more jovial and playful than anything else. [color=9e0b0f]”My, how fun it would be to trap you both in a myriad of enchanted webbing. Oh! But, I don’t think Shizu-kun would approve of that, teehee.”[/color] She then crawled a bit closer to Valeriya for a moment. [color=9e0b0f]”Also, feathered one, and you as well little bunny”[/color] she said to both Lunatea and Valeriya. [color=9e0b0f]”I…just wanted to personally thank you. It was thanks to the both of you that my sister found her way back to me.”[/color] She then went over to Luna and gently placed her hands on her shoulders. [color=9e0b0f]”Especially to you, Luna-chan. I realized that my request was a very hasty and selfish one to make given the circumstance. But, in the end, I was right to trust you with looking after her for me. I am…in your debt. From now on, if you ever have need for anything, know that you can always look to the Hangai sisters.”[/color] She stated in a sincere tone. Atsuha took notice of of Sam, who seemed to be recovering from a bit of shock ftom tonight's ordeal. Recalling the events detailed to her by Lunatea, she began to pity him a little. She walked over to him and gave him a gentle embrace, rubbing his head in a comforting rhythm. [color=9e0b0f]"You poor thing..."[/color] She said, looking at him with sad eyes. [color=9e0b0f]"You must've been terrified. Forgive me, I should've prepared for this more."[/color]. She released her hug, but still had his hands on his shoulders. [color=9e0b0f]"Sam, I...I just hope that...you don't think of Hinami any differently because of what happened. Sh-She really is a sweet girl! I just..."[/color] She began to trail off, as if at a loss. She then backed away and took a moment to regain herself. [color=9e0b0f]”Ahem, my apologies for cutting this short, but if you will excuse me…”[/color] She then left them and began making her way toward Skarsneek. Atsuha gently knelt down beside Skarsneek by the fire he was still poking at. [color=9e0b0f]”Hello there.”[/color] She said. [color=9e0b0f]”Seems we’ve had quite the night, eh?[/color] Her manner of speech was very reserved and hushed. [color=9e0b0f]”I heard you took a grievous wound during the battle. It appears to still be showing.”[/color] She said as she looked at the scar on his chest. She placed a gentle hand on it, rubbing a bit. [color=9e0b0f]”I believe getting rid of this nasty mark on your skin shouldn’t be too much trouble. Although, you’re probably one of those warrior types who think scars are a sign of one’s pride and experience.[/color] This time her tone deepened a bit, added with a bit of frustration. [color=9e0b0f]”I understand you’re probably used to this sort of thing by now, but maybe you’d stand to be a little more careful next time…”[/color] She turned away for a moment, seemingly now having an issue looking him in the eye. Her blushing intensified as well. [color=9e0b0f]”Also, I-I wanted to talk about what happened during the boatride…”[/color] But, before she could continue further, it seemed that a presence was fast approaching the camp. Dammit, no! Not now, she thought. However, like Shizuka, she quickly sensed that the chi belonged to that of a mamono. Huh, except for the yōkai territory denizens, weren’t they supposed to be the only monsters here? Shizuka appeared to the one would who confront their new guest. While she was relieved it wasn’t more Varjans coming, she was still cautious as to how this scene may play out.