052 [Written]

[ahappylie]

I am in need of a sparring partner. Preferably someone familiar with Japanese katana, knowledgeable of different styles, and willing to practice early morning hours. He needs practice with several opponents, so I'll take as many of you as want to help♥ But I do ask that supernatural powers be kept to a minimum, hm? Not that a little here and there won't help.

Thank you~

[For any looking for him personally, he's finally emerged from his room after over a week of illness and will be at House 50.]

Comments

[ahappylie]

[Ew, another blanket. He eyes it and then gives up and piles it on top of him, tossing it over his head. Now he feels like he's in a blanket fort. Blanket forts are cool.

He stares out the window, but there isn't much activity from the pen.]

When it gets warmer, I'll take her on walks again. She's probably tired of being cooped up since the winter.

[Written]

[ahappylie]

If you give me a few days, I could write one. Then you could study it.

[Written]

[markofthewise]

Write away, O Wordmaster!

[Written]

[ahappylie]

You should recall what I've already told you though. The test day doesn't move just because I haven't written anything♥

[Written]

[markofthewise]

You're the worst. [Worst EVERYTHING.]

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[heartofahawk]

[ SCREAMS AND RUNS... ]

Well, if you think it would help..

written

[ahappylie]

Introducing someone to a variety of different experiences is part of the charm of this place, yes?♥

[ufufufu]

[Written]

[ahappylie]

I know♥ My other students used to tell me that, too.

[ayu_nee]

Hm. I think many people are, at this point in time. But I'm sure she'll be all right— she has been before, after all.

[She frowns out at Tammy's pen a moment longer, then shrugs slightly and turns away again, dismissing the bird from her thoughts.]

Was there anything in particular you wanted for dinner, Okita-san?

written

[heartofahawk]

[ WOW OH MY GOD that face, he is so unsure. to bad his godmodding herony mindreading powers don't work over the network. ]

I .. suppose so. I'd be glad to help then, if you think I could be of assistance.

[Written]

[markofthewise]

I can't imagine why.

[Written]

[thefinaljedi]

Sounds good, I'll see you then.

[written -> action?]

[screwthegods]

[Still a written reply. Homura knows Okita has been unwell, but it's still unusual for him--and asking for a substitute certainly doesn't bode well either. He'll head towards the other's room, just to check.]

Has your condition worsened, then?

[action]

[ahappylie]

[Whoa, door opening. Souji quickly shoves his journal under the covers and picks up a reading book. He looks up when Homura comes into view, looking for all intents and purposes as if he was just reading.]

Hm? What do you mean?

[Written]

[ahappylie]

It is a complete mystery~ I'll see you tomorrow morning, Sokka-kun. Watch out for your new sparring partners. Most of them won't be coming in during normal training hours♥

written

[ahappylie]

[yes, that is why okita abuses this thing so much ufufufu]

I'd be honored to have your help, Reyson-san. I'm sure it will be a wonderful experience for everyone.

[ahappylie]

[She'll be all right. She has been before. Okita pauses, wondering if that could double for Ayumu as well, then he coughs lightly and shakes his head. He keeps his voice bright as usual, using the blankets and the fact that he's looking the other way as a shield to hide what he's thinking.]

No~ Anything Ayumu-san cooks will be delicious~♪

[Written]

[ahappylie]

I'll see you tomorrow then. As soon as the sun rises, we meet in the barracks.

[And a link for you!]

[ayu_nee]

[Whether or not Ayumu notices that he's trying to hide something, she still frowns at the cough and makes a mental note to be certain he isn't overexerting himself until he really is better.]

Hm. Well. Just let me know if you need anything while you're resting out here.

[Was there some emphasis on the last part of that sentence? Perhaps there was.]

[ahappylie]

Mmhm~ [He rests his chin on the backs of his arms, folding them over the back of the couch as he stares out the window. He wants to be out there, that much is obvious, but Ayumu might be able to see the slightest hint of a sad smile as he leans forward, his face just barely pushing past the edges of the blanket.]

...I'm glad you're here, Ayumu-san. Thank you.

[He pauses]

Somehow, I doubt Homura-san knows how to cook and I'd hate to suffer through those mishaps.

written

[heartofahawk]

[ cheater!! 8| ]

All right, well, just tell me what you need me to do.

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[screwthegods]

[Hey, he'll at least knock first. Wait for a reply? Probably not. But he knocks!

Homura closes the door behind him, although he doubts Okita will willingly tell him anything he doesn't want Ayumu to hear. Not only can the walls be thin, but their relationship is well established.]

You're looking for a substitute--meaning you don't expect to be able to practice with him yourself?

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[ahappylie]

[At the question, Okita laughs, hiding his mouth behind his hand.]

Why do you jump to the worst conclusion? I simply want to improve his adaptability when presented with different styles. We did it in the dojo at home, too - visited other dojos to challenge their students and keep ourselves sharp.

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[screwthegods]

Worst, perhaps, but it is hardly an unreasonable conclusion, all things considered.

[Like the fact that Okita is one to hide the truth just as Ayumu would. Yet the explanation is plausible, and Okita has been coughing less.]

That sounds reasonable. Have you had any volunteers?

written

[ahappylie]

If you would drop in on him from time to time, preferably out of the air, and see what his reaction time is? A simple report to me after each encounter will suffice♥ Thank you, Reyson-san.