vulgaris | 1st Bloom ✿

[There's a lot of things wrong with what's going on right now. One; she's in some new place that doesn't look like her prison cell. Two; she's got some annoying wings on her back that are bothering her beyond relief, and not to mention the pain that they're bringing her. Wouldn't they have someone ready to give out painkillers at an instant? Or something to at least null the pain. Whatever it is, she needs to find out what in the hell is going on. And this...what is it- a journal? Yeah, she figures she'll go ahead and use it for the time being.

But how to go about this...there's a good chance if she's...well, herself, people won't actually listen to her, and would probably go on their way. She doesn't want to have to resort to this, but she's going to have to in order to garner some attention. So there's a sharp inhale of breath (well, partly due to the wings but) as she begins to speak.]

U-Um...excuse me, I have a few questions... [So far so good, she's playing it off with her rather sweet, innocent voice so far.] Is there a reason we have these wings on our backs...? I don't really like it much, and it's really bothering me. [There's another reason why she doesn't like them in the first place- she feels like they're mocking her with that pink color. Jeez.] A-And what is this place...? It's not home...did someone kidnap me? If so, then that's a really mean prank!

I'm also a little bit lost...um, if anyone could help out, I'd be really grateful for your cause! O-of course, that's all up to you whether you want to help me out or not...I'm not going to force you too, that's just a little too cruel... [She'd like it to be as cruel as possible, but hey. New place? She'll screw with people some other time, but right now, it doesn't seem right.]

...oh, I'm sorry, I should have introduced myself too...my name is Minatsuki Takami, it's...it's a pleasure to meet all of you...! Ow...these wings really hurt... [Her voice was a little pained as she was speaking, but she's no stranger to pain in the first place. So she's just trying to keep up this facade through all of it.]

Thank you for your time...um...I...I guess I'll...try and get used to the surroundings for now...

[And with a small sigh, she turns off the voice, a small curse under her breath.]

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[Beaming at the thought of someone coming to meet her, Minatsuki lets out a small nod.]

Is there anywhere specific you want to meet me...? I can go anywhere, I-I just need some sort of visual as to where...

[But she's already liking the idea of warm clothes and going to a clinic. Heh, how many other people can she fool into giving her what she wants...]

[Tsuzuki, trying to be helpful, moves the journal away from his face so she'll be able to see the picturesque little town. He walks briskly, taking a shortcut into the woods.]

There's a large tree to the west of town. It has the remains of a treehouse still stuck between its branches. If you're really lucky, you'll be able to see it.

[If she keeps being as sweet as she is, she will trick so many people in town that it's not even funny. Luckily, Tsuzuki has no idea that his goodwill is being exploited. He even brings an over-sized scarf and some mittens for the new one, so she won't catch a cold on the way down to town.]

But it will be faster if I simply send a bird for you.

[Her sense of direction is a little out of whack, but she figures if she can find a large tree somewhere, she'd be good. But the idea of a bird coming to help out seems a little bit better.]

A bird...? Will it be able to guide me where I need to go? Cause if so, I'll gladly take that as well.

[Ugh, this cutesy act is really wearing her out. But she's not going to let up for one moment.]

U-Um, is it also possible to use your wings to fly, or... [Well, she's speaking hypothetically. These things are a pain in the ass to her so far that she just wants to rip them off already.]

...I don't think it's that bright. But at least it'll take me to you.

[A bird it is. He places the journal down on the ground as he grabs spell paper out of his pocket. Tsuzuki always carry some emergency bird spells around, because they are great at finding things. After writing her name on its back (and hoping he spells it right) he folds the paper into an origami bird.]

No. Well, maybe you'll be able to hover a bit. That's about it. It would have been nice if they were that useful, huh?

[He blows some air on the little paper creature, kickstarting its transformation. Because of the name written on its back, the little, dove-like bird will seek Minatsuki out. He picks the journal up and follows in the bird's wake.]

[She's not sure what he did, but she figures it might be for the better not to question it and go with the flow. Still, she's a little curious as to what that bird creature is in the first place.]

So they only let you hover...why did they put the wings on us in the first place if they weren't meant to make us fly...?

[She thinks it's pretty stupid, but she can't say that out loud without blowing her cover. Tch, after a while, she'll probably start opening up some more. Still, she's ever so curious about that bird now.]

...thank you for helping me, by the way...I don't think I caught your name...I need to thank you properly, after all...

The wings? They're to blend in. And to control us, I guess.

[The bird flies much faster than Tsuzuki can follow, so it is natural that it arrives first. It's white as a ghost, with a long tail that reminds of the spell paper it came from. The white little messenger circles her silently, before trying to land on her shoulder.]

It's Tsuzuki. And don't worry about thanking me. The important thing is that you don't stay out here in the cold.

Control us? Why would they control us...? That seems a little cruel...

[Still, Mina is looking at the bird with a little curiosity as she watches it land on her shoulder. A little blink as a slight blush comes up to her face, darnit it looks cute, but she's trying to keep that little squeal suppressed for the time being.]

Tsuzuki...thank you, again...and yes, I don't want to catch a cold from being out here the whole time...

I know. I don't like it either.

[It takes a few minutes to walk the distance the bird flew so easily. In the meantime, the little dove tilts its head curiously as it looks up at the strange girl. It's awfully proud of itself for finding her so quickly and easily, and most of all unharmed! Fluffing its wings, it tries to get her attention. It's harder than it looks, when you're a bird that can't make a sound.]

[Unfortunately for the two, Tsuzuki is faster than he looks. Brushing a branch away from the path, his face lights up with a smile when he sees her.]

There you are!

[Looking at the bird just reminds her of how much she wanted to be free from that stupid prison. Being locked up...she doesn't want to have to go through it again. So she's not sure what these wings are for, but if it's for controlling people...? The irony in that is just making her sick to her stomach as it is. But if she can endure prison, than this isn't anything.

So when Tsuzuki pops up, Minatsuki lets out a tiny shriek, herself moving over to protect the bird until she realizes who it was that came.]

O-Oh...! There you are. Your bird is really amazing...I didn't think such a bird would exist. [So she says, already petting it. Inwardly, she's cursing over how much of a cute little shit it is.]

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