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Mid-March

[benishoga]

[ Since reverting to his normal human body and returning to their residence, Yusuke has spent most of his time either in his room or out of the house. While his outward attitude has remained neutral, his discomfort with what happened is crystal clear from his avoidant behavior - avoiding the topic with Akira and turning down invitations to spend time together.

But, a few days into the Rag'nbogi festival, Yusuke comes home late one night, covered in various colors of powder and paint. He walks straight to his room like normal, but a few minutes later, he sends a message to Akira's mobile device. ]

Akira... Are you busy at the moment?

[theshowsover]

[Akira's been worried about Yusuke since he disappeared that night, but he's elected to give him some space - and it's been pretty easy, since so many of his other friends have suddenly arrived, to occupy his time making sure they're alright and settled.

But he hasn't forgotten Yusuke, and when he sees the text, he immediately stops what he was doing to answer.]

I'm just walking around the festival. What's up?

[benishoga]

If possible, I would like to speak with you privately. I'm sorry to interrupt your enjoyment of the festival, but could you return home briefly?

[theshowsover]

Of course. I'm on my way.

[And he'll be there about twenty minutes later, entering their apartment quietly.]

I'm home.

[benishoga]

[ Yusuke is sitting on the couch, barefoot, his hands folded loosely in his lap. He's changed into clean clothing, but he washed up hastily - there's still evidence of power dusting in his hair and paint smudged on his face.

When the door opens, his head snaps up, and he watches him enter silently. Alright... better late than never. ]

Welcome back. Thank you, for returning. [ he hesitates briefly before motioning to the couch beside him. ] Akira... unless you need to do anything first, please, take a seat.

[ Despite how softly he's speaking, Yusuke looks good compared to the last few weeks. There's color in his face and he isn't shying away from looking Akira in the eye. ]

text; un; purrsuing

[izanyagi]

Hey.

I need to show you something. I'd rather do it in person, if that's alright. It has something to do with a memory trinket I got this month.

[theshowsover]

Sure. Let me know where to meet you.

[He’s curious!]

[izanyagi]

My house. I'll send you the coordinates.

[A mansion is more like it, found in the rich district. It's way too large for him and this may be why he needs some company in it, even if it's just for an hour or two. He'll wait for Akira doing what he does best - stress baking. There might be a large amount of Japanese-inspired foods by the time the other arrives.]

[theshowsover]

[Whoa. This is... definitely a "house." Akira is impressed.

He lets himself in (could Yu even hear him knock?), smelling the baking. It's nice.]

Hello?

[izanyagi]

[He does look a little surprised to see Akira, so probably not right now. It's still hard getting used to something this big, considering he's lived in various small apartments with his parents. His uncle's house was probably the biggest place he'd been in.]

Hey. I'm in the kitchen.

[As if somehow the baking smells hadn't been a clue. Akira will find him there sitting on the end of a kitchen table, drinks and food laid out along with a fancy little golden compact mirror.]

I hope I didn't make it sound ominous...it's just...something really strange happened when I tried to recall some memories.

[corvidant]

I take it you have heard about the charity auction by now?

[theshowsover]

I have. Thinking about entering?

[corvidant]

You could say that.

Except I'm thinking about entering you.

[theshowsover]

Entering me? What for?

[corvidant]

The date auction, naturally. It's the perfect way to gather intel. Or do you not find suspicious that our generous benefactor would care for the well being of those so closely involved with our captors?

;)

[mousquetaires]

[ If Akira happens to go rummaging through his bag when he gets home, he'll find that a sealed envelope has made its way inside, with "Akira Kurusu" written on its face in rather familiar handwriting. It's accompanied by a single flower, delicately sealed so as not to harm the petals: a Japanese iris.

But the handwriting isn't the only thing familiar about the "mysterious" message... ]

Joker, the Phenomenal Phantom Thief, champion of justice,

You fearlessly stand up for your beliefs in the face of corruption, and bring people together with a kind heart and an open palm. Thus, the honor of your presence is cordially requested at Le Chat Noir, where you may relax and appreciate the finest of coffee blends with your own mouth. You will be robbed of your troubles without fail.

Most sincerely yours,
"Beauty Thief," Noir

CODED BY TESSISAMESS

[ There's an address listed on the reverse side with business hours, and it's accompanied by a little logo , too! ]

[corvidant]

I take it you have also received an invitation to Okumura-san's café?

[ There's a second, unspoken question there. Care to venture a guess? ]

[theshowsover]

Of course. Why? Want to go together?

[That's his guess.]

[corvidant]

No. In fact, I might not go at all until I can figure out the catch to this.

[ Because there has to a catch!! ]

[theshowsover]

Why do you think there's a catch? It's Haru.

[Akechi is paranoid.]

8/7, image sent over private message

[benishoga]

^______ 𝑌𝑜𝑢 𝐴𝑟𝑒 𝐼𝑛𝑣𝑖𝑡𝑒𝑑 ^______

...to join me this Wednesday, August 11, 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.,
for cordial amusement at the Estancia Hotel rooftop gardens and swimming pool,
located on Summer Way in Sumarlok, Ruby Plaza.

☙ Admission is free.
☙ Additional guests welcome and encouraged.
☙ Dress for hot weather, even if you do not wish to swim.
☙ Please bring a contribution for food and drink.

I look forward to seeing you there. - 𝓕𝓸𝔁

[corvidant]

I don't suppose you have heard of Kitagawa-kun as of late, have you?

[theshowsover]

He's gone.

[And that's all he has to say about it.]

[corvidant]

[ Well. He sure doesn't beat around the bush. ]

I thought that was the case. His username has become completely unresponsive.

How long has it been?

[theshowsover]

A few days.

I guess I was hoping he'd turn up again. But he hasn't.