video; 002. ♞ That butler, unscheduled holiday

[xthecorvus]

One can't help but be reminded of Sleeping Beauty.

[ This is said rather thoughtfully as the butler seems to be considering something. After all, for him to come to the network? It must be a pretty damn big deal to begin with. The SFC's on the table as he's ]

If I may inquire, Vatheon. How common are these... sleeping spells? I've fallen into one rather recently and much to my surprise, so has my young master. No attempt to wake him seems to come to fruition which has led me to wonder if this is something due to the city entirely.

[ And a sigh as he dusts his hands. ]

I suppose this means I have a bit of free time on my hands.

[ Another frown comes to his brow however. Because the concept of a day off is rather novel to him, truth be told. Now that he doesn't have to prepare any meals or balance any books. ]

What indeed could one do on a day off?

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video; hope you don't mind. D: My net died.

[xthecorvus]

I could certainly imagine my lord's disapproval.

[ Despite what he says, he looks amused to say the least. ]

However, I do find it rather concerning. Being able to put us to sleep at will, changing our forms... how much hold does this place have on us?

video; it's cool! take your time, etc. ♥

[fake]

I find that concerning myself, honestly. [ upon saying so, he subconsciously scratches his chin— thinking further on the words. although he's seemingly cut short once his eyes shift, caught by the attention of his.. wrist? although it seems to steer his thinking in a more clear-cut direction, since he speaks immediately afterwards— ]

Though it seems as if it's meant to be that way, if the tattoos are anything to go by. There's still no information as to what their true purpose stands for, is there?

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[xthecorvus]

None whatsoever. I've been told they've never responded to any stimuli nor to the coral's power. Quite curious.

[ Fingers pressed together as he stares at his fingertips a moment. Akise is a breath of fresh air when it comes to this speculation. ]

Even more curious is the fact that there once were fairies in this city. Each resident had one. However, they seem to have vanished.

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[fake]

Ah, I remember those— although they had disappeared shortly after my arrival. [ he hadn't really thought about it at the time— considering there was, y'know, murder happening; plus, he assumed it was natural..? the ignorance of being new. but since he's thinking about it now— ]

I assume they were present upon your own arrival..? Can you remember when that was?

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[xthecorvus]

I recall mine, yes. I believe it was around January when they disappeared? Rather unforgettable that disappearance.

[ A bit of a frown. ]

However, I have it on good account that they were rather constant in a time I've yet to recall.

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[fake]

Ah, yes. I would assume other residents that had been here for much longer would be able to confirm such a thing. Do you know of any long-term residents offhandedly, by any chance?

[ he is interested in contacting some! he could ask the network for this sort of thing, but there's always the guarantee it might be overlooked by any prevalent parties - especially if they had been here for some time. getting a personal recommendation, if possible, was always good. ]

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[xthecorvus]

[ It takes him a while to remember, the smallest frown coming to his features as he tries to recall names and faces. ]

My master's personal physician has been here for at least a year and a half, or so he claims... Doctor Muraki if you wish to inquire personally and perhaps a certain Mister Mitsuhide if I recall correctly? And... Crowley.

These are all I remember off the top of my head, I'm afraid.

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[fake]

[ there's a pause on his end if only because he had taken out a small black booklet with which to write the information being relayed to him within - he sets it aside shortly afterward, however. ]

Thank you very much for your assistance. [ and well, since he answered his inquiry, akise might as well return the favor - ] Ah, and as for the day off-.. there's either the casino or the library, depending on your type of pleasure.

[ a shrug. he's not one to judge a book by its cover, of course. ]

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[xthecorvus]

Happy to be of service.

[ Information sold is a favor gained in the future, after all. Akise seems to be capable enough, after all. ]


The library... I find I've yet to set foot there. Perhaps I shall. Thank you very much for your recommendation.