006. [VIDEO, ALSO TWO OTHER THINGS.]

[preybeforemeals]

[VIDEO]

Ah, good afternoon, messieurs et mesdames!

[Holy shit, it seems somebody's in a great mood today – particularly when compared to the last few times he's been around on the network.

It's not exactly the greatest out there, weather-wise, but he seems to be going...somewhere outdoors as he broadcasts, filming as he goes; it's overcast but it's above freezing, and he's got that one bright blue coat on and over it he's got the most godawful scarf in the history of anything (it's got way too many colors and it's about two feet too long and basically it was made by a knitting bug and it looks it – so we can all thank Fujisaki-chan for unleashing this monstrosity on the world, cheers to you Fujisaki-chan), and his face is a little flushed due to both the cold and Tsukiyama just generally being worked up for god only knows what reason, and clearly it's a good day all around.]

It's been an excellent day so far, a good day for pursuing one's passions, for seeking out the ultimate experience...pleasure is the greatest reward one can give oneself, and if you haven't rewarded yourself today – ah, the only question left is why you haven't!

[And from the sudden aggressive blur of colors in the background, that was accompanied by the most enthusiastic little twirl because of course it was.]

So listen to me – I want you all to pursue something for me today! Something new, something you already enjoy - anything you want, just as long as it's something that pleases you. And tell me about what you've decided to do! I want to hear your voices today, mes amis – so make it good for me, all right?

[And with that the feed cuts off; at least he's having a good day today.

Happy birthday, you crazy bastard.]




[TEXT; PRIVATE TO MERIDIANA]

While I know it's short notice, would you mind going out to dinner with me tonight? I'm inviting Banjou-san as well; I would appreciate it greatly if both of you would join me.


[TEXT; PRIVATE TO BANJOU]

Do me a favor and pretend to tolerate my presence tonight; I'd like to take both you and Miss Everett to dinner with me this evening. Don't worry about payment; I'll handle it. I'm just asking for your company, that's all.

Comments

[sadisticwarfare]

I was being sarcastic with that, but at least it gives me something to do. It's more productive than doing nothing.

[preybeforemeals]

...You would get along brilliantly with someone else I know, trust me.

[Okay, honestly he thinks Kevin would probably just weird you right the fuck out, but at least the mental image is amusing.]

[sadisticwarfare]

[He's not really sure what to say to that, so he just looks as Tsukiyama expectantly, like Tsukiyama should totally know to keep talking.

...Sorry, he's still really awkward.]

[preybeforemeals]

...Maybe more than one, if that's your response.

[Don't worry, it's gentle.]

Granted, the second one I'm thinking of is someone from home; he doesn't often say much, very goal-oriented and focused, but he's interesting when you can get him to talk. Kind of like you, really. Fortunately, he likes talking to me if the circumstances are right.

Maybe one day I'll find your proper circumstances too.

[sadisticwarfare]

Indeed? That sounds interesting.

[Because clearly Johto needs more people like Archer. Clearly.]

[preybeforemeals]

Mhm. But that one...he wouldn't know what to do with himself here, I think; he'd probably disappear into the wilderness, we'd never see him again.

[sadisticwarfare]

I suppose there are plenty of Pokémon to study, though I can't imagine spending that much time on the routes.

[preybeforemeals]

I'd have thought I wouldn't have minded them before actually coming here, but I'm actually inclined to agree with you, they're horrible.

[sadisticwarfare]

I'm glad to know you agree. Most people don't seem all that deterred by them.

[What is wrong with everyone here.]