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video ● thirteenth reflection

Well... I think I've resolved all the matters of my past in the last couple days, so that means I'm back in business! Also had a nice little... birthday celebration of sorts. Heh.

Speaking of which... do we technically age here? I mean, I can technically keep calling myself nineteen, right? It doesn't really matter, I guess, but indulge my curiosity.

And... well, out of these nineteen or twenty years, I don't I've ever had such a break between brawls before- that's not encouragement to start fighting in the streets, guys, but I think my aim might even be getting a little shaky. Don't need another paintball war so soon, but... maybe a tournament would be fun...

[FILTERED TO SHIRAYUKI, ZEN, AND OBI]

So~ I'm going to assume one of two things happened with your living situation. Guess number one! Zen and Shirayuki are in a hilariously awkward situation where they're living together and feel so bad about it because it's not... proper or something, right? And don't tell me you put Obi on the couch- that's just mean.

Or... two: Shirayuki's living in an apartment all by her lonesome but close enough that her two bodyguards aren't worried. Right?

Well, here's option number three~

Shirayuki, you wanna come bunk with me now that I'm heading back to my old place? It's just one floor up from Zen and Obi so they're welcome whenever. ... Well, almost whenever. I reserve the right to kick out anyone after midnight. So... whaddya say?

[FILTERED TO ZEN AND OBI]

Okay okay, I know what you're thinking- don't want your girlfriend too far or Zen'll suffer from seperation anxiety, right? Oh. And the whole safety thing.

But I'm not a top-notch sweeper for nothing so I've got her safety covered. Not to mention it'll ease your conscience so she's not all alone in a two-bedroom apartment by herself. Don't you think she might be getting lonely? We wouldn't want that, right?

So stop being so over-protective and let her give me an answer before you say no.

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[he's managed to recompose himself, though he still lets out a chuckle]

I actually wouldn't have minded it since I tend to crash on it every now and then.

But that is a rather generous offer. Of course it's up to the young mistress, but I trust you. She would probably like the company as well.

Trust, huh? What a heavy statement. Making me a little nervous!

But... heh, yeah. So she was staying in an apartment by herself, huh?

Well I do know where you live, so if anything should happen... [he jests. ...maybe.]

That was the current arrangement, yes.

[Consider her interested!] Be glad I'm not reckless enough to put Shirayuki in danger just to try my hand at fighting a ninja.

Poor girl. It's tough living by yourself if you're not used to it. All the more reason for her to stay with me, I guess.

I am actually quite curious about your fighting skills, Saya.

We'll help with any moving, though I don't think the young mistress has much. But are you sure you're okay with this?

Right back at you! If I set up a tournament, I figure I can't participate. But hey, if you're joining in and need someone to spar with...

That's not necessary. I'm sure we've got it covered, but I understand if you want to say bye.

And... well, of course I'm okay with it! I've never had someone to live with before. It'll be interesting.

A sparring match would work just fine.

[just chuckles] It is convenient that you're right above us. I'll be sure to check in every now and then.

Sounds good to me then! Think you'll put up a better fight than Matthew?

You're always welcome to. I have a tendency to lock everything just in case, but pick the lock if you're that curious.

[a small laugh] Who knows? I never had a proper spar with him either. I'm assuming you won?

You wound me, Saya! I would think you would know that I would at least knock.

Most of 'em. I guess thieves don't have the best defense.

Oh, I know! ... and I'm kinda telling you that it's not necessary.

Fortunately I'm not really much a thief, so perhaps our match will be more interesting for you.

To not knock?

Heh, I've been looking for a challenge.

Not really. I have a better idea of who it is if they don't bother to knock.

Just name a time and place, and I'll be there.

Haha, I'll keep that in mind then.

Hmm, maybe a little after Shirayuki moves in then. I have a feeling the transition phase will be... eventful.

Yep! Tell Zen too, will you? Apartment's open to both of you mostly whenever.

Haha you think so?

But I shall be sure to do so.

Think of it this way! I already have Matthew coming and going as he pleases, and if Shirayuki's around, I imagine you and Zen will be dropping by more often. I think it'll be busy around here until everyone gets used to the change.

Many thanks!

True enough. Well I'll try not to be that much of a bother.

I'm not sure why you think you'd ever be a bother.

I mean, as long as you don't show up in the middle of the night or anything.

Haha, well I would be intruding upon a lady's residence, wouldn't I?

Pfffff... you're kidding.

[And she's just laughing at that. Really, Obi? Really?]

[he's amused at how amused she is] Master would scold me if I just entered a girl's room without properly announcing myself first.

Hey, I'm not gonna tell on you.

[She just laughs.]

You guys are really gentlemanly, huh?

You could say it was part of my training as a faithful servant.

.... I'd still say that your time period is pretty stuffy.

[laughs] There's that, too.

JUST WAIT UNTIL I GET MY GUY TAGS.

YOU'RE KILLING ME

HEY I'M KIND OF DYING TOO SO WE'RE EVEN.

BE GLAD I DON'T DO ANY OTHER TAGS AFTER I MAKE A SAYA POST.

I AM.

YEAH. WELL. I'M NOT. /DROWNS IN TAGS

S'WHAT YOU GET.

WHAT DID I DO?!

WELL I'M STUCK IN ALL THESE THREADS COS OF YOU, TOO, YOU KNOW.

THE LUNCH LOG WAS YOUR IDEA

INVOLVED YOU.

STILL YOUR IDEA

WOULDN'T HAVE HAPPENED IF IT WEREN'T FOR YOU.

STOP TRYING TO PASS THE BLAME

NOT PASSING, JUST STATING FACT.

..... YEAH OKAY MAYBE.

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