[h2]Kubo Emi[/h2]

Emi's expression during the trip could be witnessed notably souring with each passing minute. Part of the reason was certainly due to the unheard, prodding comments inading her thoughts, courtesy of her contracted spirit. The slightly more obvious reason could ost likely be attributed to her sitting directly across from Andrea. Being so close to the demon always made Emi uneasy, it was still difficult for her to view the demon as an ally. A useful [i]asset[/i], certainly, but not really someone she could place her trust in.

[i]Not that you're listening, but we're there now~![/i] came the unwelcome voice once more, and Emi exhaled silently. Indeed, a moment later, the vehicle was slowing to a stop, the field deploying soon after. With everyone exiting the vehicle, Andrea had taken the initiative and charged onward. Emi hated how that had earned Akira a respectful complaint for later, though she was at least aware of how unfair it was to act like Akira had total dominion over the demon, especially when she could barely utilise the infuriating fox that had suggested contracting with her in the first place.

Natsumi, at least, was putting her own abilities to great use, giving the team a better field of view to spot incoming attacks. Emi shouldn't fall behind. Clenching her left hand to her chest, she called out to Shirokami, [i]Come on out, already.[/i]

In a momentary transition, Emi's lengthy, pitch-black hair changed to a brilliant white, starting from the roots. Her nails lengthening, sharpening into distinct claws, a white, fluffy mass seemingly growing from her lower back... with her own transformation done, Emi swept her gaze along the construction site, keeping alert for any sudden attacks. They'd have to search a bit for the gate, but for now, it'd be best to clean up the pests already on the prowl.

Should she take one of the rookies with her? With Natsumi taking to the sky, and Andrea decidedly caring little for formation, it left herself and Akira on the ground with Kaeru and Frederica. Well, given the latter two's inexperience, sticking as a larger group might be safer, but inevitably slower. Ugh, this was infuriating, she just knew Katsuro would've figured this out long before they even boarded the van!