【 Thank you for choosing the Golden Peacock, 5-star resort and casino. You are currently registered as a WILDCARD in our system.
It has recently come to our attention that many of our guests have not been focusing on their health and wellness. In an effort to encourage healthy living and help our beloved guests get in shape, a grand sports festival will be held in the Golden Peacock. This sports festival will include many small games and four large games.
Prior to the festival, guests will have the opportunity to train and prepare for the games with our expert coaches.
We hope you are as excited as we are! And, as always, we hope you enjoy your stay. 】
BEAK
MEET THE TEAM
♦ DIAMONDS GAME ♦
OMEGADOME: HUNTING GAME
A cheerful pair of game managers stand outside the conservatory doors and block all guests that try to enter. They quickly explain that a special Diamonds game is taking place inside and only guests that agree to participate may enter. This game is a physical exercise that riffs on "Hunting", which is a popular sport in many different countries and civilizations. Of course, it is one hundred percent safe, and all guests that play are eligible to win massive chip prizes, store vouchers, fabulous prizes, and more.
Details about the game? Those can't be shared outside of the conservatory. Only the brave and those willing to risks will reap the benefits of this Diamonds game. So step right up, dear guests, and sign this waiver before stepping into the flourishing beauty of the conservatory for a brand new adventure.
♥ HEARTS GAME ♥
DOUBLES' THERMO: SURVIVAL GAME
Chickadees is sparing no expense on advertising their e-sport games over the course of the sports festival. Posters, notifications, stickers, fliers! Come one, come all. Sports don't need to be physical. Guests that duck into the arcade will find a variety of e-sport games to enjoy, but the real showstopper that every single employee is aggressively promoting is the new immersive VR game, DOUBLES' THERMO.
A large swath of egg-shaped pods have been installed in the back half of Chickadees. Any guest that shows an iota of interest will be assaulted by employees encouraging them to give it a try. They will offer vouchers for a free session, encourage with mentions of prizes that can be won from the arcade's coveted prize wall, and persuade by praising how high tech and immersive the experience is. Some employees are desperate enough to trick or push guests into the pods if they aren't willing to go in themselves.
However they've ended up inside the VR egg, guests will find themselves submerged in strange fluid as the lid closes. Everything fades away into darkness as the game loads...
♣ CLUBS GAME ♣
QUACK AND COVER: SHOOTING GAME
Cloaca & Dagger has temporarily outfitted itself as a neon-bright paintball course. Gone are the wild sex setups in exchange for series of obstacles and obstructions for guests to navigate while in pursuit of paintball championship. This high intensity game of strategy and physical fitness promises to exhilarate! Welcome to Quack and Cover, a game where your shooting skills and ingenuity will be put to the test.
So say the game managers at the door before following up with a few disclaimers. Cloaca & Dagger is not responsible for any physical or psychological trauma guests may incur while inside. Guests that join the game will then be outfitted in tight black underarmor and supplied with a paintball gun and protective mask before being let loose on the course.
♠ SPADES GAME ♠
PECKING ORDER: MMA GAME
During night hours, many long-standing guests make their way through Talon toward the gym’s creaky basement stairs. Three floors down and then through a desolate hallway with littered with abandoned equipment. Double doors wait at the end, unassuming until they’ve been opened…
Flashing lights, jeers, and the thick odor of sweat. You’ve found the Pecking Order, a late-night mixed martial arts event where guests show their prowess in the ring. Spectating guests shout and messily eat snacks on make-shift bleachers while fighters clash inches away, using only their bodies to fight for dominance and win. Pecking Order is very informal; guests only need to sign up in order to get added to the docket. Anyone can watch, though they will be vaguely warned at the door that even spectating comes with risks.
LOCKER ROOMS
YOU WASH MY BACK, I'LL WASH YOURS
Every training and game location has a door labeled LOCKER ROOM right outside the entrance. These doors all connect to the same massive locker room. The magic of these locker room doors goes one way. Trying to go back to the place you just were by backtracking will not work — you’ll just end up in Beak! All guests will be advised to finish their games before hitting the showers.
The Golden Peacock is proud to present our upgraded and extended locker room. Please come in and enjoy the facilities, catch-up with your teammates, and enjoy some healthy drinks provided by our favorite resort convenience store, Cock-a-doodle-doo’s!
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[ How interesting... Jun couldn't recall the last time someone had posed that dreaded question. Yet the moment he realised he'd arrived at the resort with nothing, the memory remained painfully fresh in his mind. He glances back,
Clearly, the guy was just an oblivious newcomer, blissfully unaware of the true nature of the resort, Jun thought so with a sigh. ]
Yeah.
[ Thanks, Captain Obvious. ]
So if it's somethin' important, you'd better keep a mental image of whatever you're missing. You'll probably get a chance to win it back eventually, or some people've found some stuff in their rooms.
[ Well, the first he knows from experience and same with the second, even if it weren't his own possessions found. ]
[ Minato's not at all pleased with that response, but on the other hand at least he's not the exception. Nevertheless, he can't help but let out a mildly disappointed sigh of his own.
Well, no use dwelling on the fact that his belongings are missing if that's the case. Instead, there are some interesting things he can glean from this stranger's explanation. "Win"? Also, "be glad you arrived with ya clothes on"? ]
...oh. Thanks for the info.
[ ...right, enough of being confused. Sounds like this person's been here a little longer, or at the very least has a better idea of what's going on. Minato turns to him with a small frown before glancing at the watch on his wrist. ]
This watch -- it only called this place the "Golden Peacock".
[ Nothing about confiscating things, including one's clothing... ]
[ Jun wasn't too surprised—losing your possessions and waking up in a sex casino isn't exactly a dream scenario, but it could be worse.
As he nods in understanding, he figures the missing clothes aren't the most pressing issue worth mentioning any further. (In reality, Jun still finds the thought hilariously funny.) In fact, being a low-rank guest at the casino had its perks—people tended to leave you alone. He'll keep that precious detail to himself for now, though. ]
Yeah, no worries.
[ As expected, still funny.
Moving on, Jun takes a brief glance at the stranger's watch, nodding before lifting his own wrist, brandishing his own. ]
It's pretty much as described. You walk around a bit, and you'll see all the ugly golden walls and peacock statues. But it's sorta like a weird resort? Normally you'll check outta one, right? But here ya don't, or rather can't. [ He points towards his watch, then Minato's. ] Can't remove the watch, either, so...
[ Trailing off, Jun gives him a swift shrug, deciding it time to just go for it and ask. ]
... you didn't read anythin' else on that watch, did ya?
[ That's right -- the message introducing this place also indicated an undetermined check-out time, didn't it? If what this stranger is saying is correct, it sounds like that time might never appear. Minato's gaze strays to the stranger's wrist before glancing down at his own again. Same watch, huh. Looks like whatever fate he'd landed in is more or less the same as this person's. ]
...no, only the welcome message.
[ Or at least, it sounded like one in spite of how sketchy this whole place seemed. It's all nonsensical, which ironically made it easier for Minato to accept. ]
Something about chips and a deck.
[ And also something about being assigned a "wildcard," but considering that was one of his former titles, the phrase doesn't seem weird at all. ]
Am I a card now...?
[ His brow creases in thought. No, that couldn't be it. As far as Minato can tell, he still feels like himself. The person standing before him is definitely a human too. ]
[ Turns out Minato isn’t the only one who skipped past the resort’s “fine print.” Only a year ago Jun found himself in the all too familiar predicament, confused by the wording and being referred to as a “wildcard.”
Least one of them finds an almost amusement in all of this, which Jun almost finds himself bursting out in laughter at the reference to the stranger being a card. ]
Nah, you’re not some kinda card. Once you check in proper you’ll be given a weird tattoo reminding you of ya suit. That’s why you’re a “wildcard,” ‘cause they put in some stupid clause sayin’ the House is just figuring out where you belong. Don’t really get that part myself, ‘cause you’d think they woulda figured it out at the start.
[ He’s never read anything more dumb in his life. If they’ve already kidnapped you from home, Jun thinks they have already enough information on you. ]
But maybe it’d be better if we were just cards. Things would hurt less that way!
sorry to jun for getting stuck with giving minato casino tutorial
[ Yeah, Minato's not the sort to scrutinize fine print at all...
He sees now though, "wildcard" doesn't reference his Persona abilities at all. There's a lot of information being handed to him. He goes quiet and mulls over everything the stranger's shared. He's here at some bizarre resort, unable to leave or check out. There are tattoos associated with people's "suits", but the House hasn't determined which one to assign him. ...also, "hurt"? What? ]
I don't understand.
[ The confused look still remains on Minato's face. ]
What does a "suit" have to do with anything...?
[ ...yeah, maybe he doesn't want to know why it might be nice for things to hurt less. In any event, if everyone was assigned a suit, then --
Minato lifts a hand to point at Jun. ]
If everyone has one, that means... you have one too.
it's ok he'll bully minato whenever he gets his tattoo :)
[ Minato's in good company, Jun wishes he could have done the same.
At first he hadn't the foggiest idea of what a "wildcard" meant; only the people lingering around the casino hurled the word around the newcommers. If anything, he can at least help some of the newbies, even if it's not much. ]
Uh, if you're not "close" with someone, they make ya suit flare up 'til ya fix the "problem." Catch my drift?
[ ... unfortunately the words are awkward; he can't seem to make eye contact with the other teen as he finishes. Jun clears his throat, briefly closing his eyes. He keeps them closed tight until Minato brings up the part about the suit. Now he's not sure where to look, gulping down a lump in his throat.
Tatsumi Kazehaya save me... save me Tatsumi Kazehaya. ]
Yeah, I got one. But mine's sorta hidden.
[ All Jun can think is thankfully. ]
Maybe yours will be too, 'cause it's better that way. Somewhere you forget all 'bout it and only remember once it catches ya off guard.
[ He's obviously speaking from experience, and goes abruptly quiet after. ]
[ ...nope! He doesn't catch the other boy's drift at all, but Minato does pick up on the discomfort in his the other's body language. Better drop that line of questioning then.
Now that he's thinking about it though, the watch did contain several words of encouragement regarding physical intimacy. It's not quite clear how that was related to a "suit" just yet, but... well, he figures he'll learn in due time. There's a time and place for every piece of information. Maybe that information lies with a different NPC. ]
Oh.
[ Isn't it bad to be caught off guard though? ]
...I guess there's no point in wondering right now.
[ No suit just yet, so there's no need to spend energy on thinking about it considering this guy doesn't seem to have any desire to delve deeper. And considering how this stranger's gone out of his way to be extremely helpful, Minato's loathe to make him feel uncomfortable. ]
Thanks though. I've learned a lot from you.
[ Guess who would have simply stumbled blindly around the Golden Peacock otherwise. ]
[ He still isn't used to explaining what the tattoos or "marks" are for. Jun's own has only ever been activated once, or so he's realised. With his thoughts trailing towards the suits, the way they are "activated" is different for each person. He's further thinking about that part, a hint of confusion in his frown. ]
Yeah, maybe it'll be better once you've got one. Or just saying, if ya end up with the same as me, I can help more. I'm a Clubs, so, uh...
[ Yeah. Jun doesn't wish this place on anyone, though he could better articulate the effects to someone sharing the same suit as him with better understanding. It's a tough conversation to have, though, Jun admires the strangers attempts to ask the hard-hitting questions without a hint of embarrassment. ]
Glad to have helped out, even if it's not much. I'm Sazanami Jun, by the way. Nice to meetcha.
[ He lets out a relieved sigh, heart almost swelling with genuine content at having been about to help someone. No matter how small. ]
[ In time, Jun will learn that there are many different types of questions Minato is capable of asking without a hint of embarrassment. Some might even argue he could stand to benefit by learning a little bit of shame. ]
There are others, then.
[ Hearts, Diamonds, and Spaces -- each must have something differentiating them from the other. But as said, no point in worrying or wondering what they might be for now. It almost sounds like it's something that might be best explained in practice anyways.
He's offered a name. Minato nods in response to acknowledge it. ]
Arisato. Arisato Minato.
[ Jun's sigh doesn't escape his notice. Had this guy been harboring some form of anxiety? If that's the case, Minato supposes he's glad to see that he's somehow managed to lift it. He should probably smile in response, offer an expression of reassurance. His own expression lifts a bit. ]
...yeah. I'm new, so... anything helps.
[ He lets out a thoughtful hum as something else crosses his mind. ]
No one's been able to check out of this place? Really?
[ Soon enough he will, something Jun cannot comprehend currently. You'd think being stuck inside this hellscape, talking about sex would be easier. However, it's likely due in part to Jun's idol training, which helps to keep some embarrassment hidden. ]
Yeah, three more. Hearts, Diamonds, and Spades.
[ The majority he knows are Spades and Clubs, with a small sprinkling of Diamonds and Hearts. From all Jun knows, he's grateful not to be Hearts.
Now introductions are out of the way; if only Jun knew how spot on Minato's assessment was. The uncertainty of it all, waiting and wondering if someone might come and break them out. Meeting Minato has been a breath of fresh air, someone not afraid to ask the hard-hitting questions with ease. ]
If I think of anythin' else, I'll tell ya.
[ He glances down for a moment, aware the question is a tough one to answer. ]
[ Hearts, Diamonds, Clubs, and Spades: all four join together to comprise a single deck. ...as said, no point worrying about what suit he may or may not end up with. ]
Leave.
[ But now that Minato thinks about it, maybe even that phrase is too subjective? ]
No one's been able to leave? Ever?
[ Wouldn't the establishment become overrun if it continuously pulled people in from who knows where? Or, perhaps there was someone who'd actually managed to win at Game 52 then wished themselves away from the resort?
Depends on what ya define "leaving" as. But yeah, no one's ever left.
[ Do others ever truly leave? The statues of countless unknowns leave him wondering what the truth is. ]
Well, Rinne-senpai "left", but Ohii-san and some other guy found his statue. Dunno what's going on there, though...
[ Are people returned to their homes? What do the statues signify? He knows vague details at best about Jin. Are they stuck here forever without an end in sight? He's almost sure they are, as the "wish" granting might be a complete and utter lie. ]
[ Minato blinks owlishly. Well... if that's the fate of those who seemed to disappear from the resort, then it seems Jun must be correct. Those statues... probably weren't going anywhere, huh.
On the other hand, it wouldn't exactly be the first time Minato's turned to stone. ]
...I guess I'll be here awhile, then.
[ ... ]
Looks like I might be relying on you longer, Sazanami-senpai.
[ Minato throws that name out before looking to Jun, scrutinizing him a bit to check whether he's allowed to call him that. ]
[ Jun nods slowly, still not comprehending how the statues function or how it's possible. He knows it has something to do with not being intimate. But the development of his senpai becoming one, while knowing Rinne was far from a prude, evokes equal parts anger and fear. ]
... yeah, sorry 'bout that.
[ As if Jun has any say.
At first, the name surprises him, a small colour appearing on his cheeks as he's called "senpai." He's never truly been a proper senpai to his kouhai, but the sentiment feels exciting. ]
Uh, yeah! That's kinda... [ Cute. ] Looks like it! But I'm not the sorta guy who cares, ya know?
[ He pauses for a second, lips curving upward into a small smile. With the rushing feeling of embarrassment slowly sinking in, Jun should clarify further. ]
About people relying on me.
WELCOME BACK OOMF I say tho we can probably wrap this...
[ Oh good. Jun hadn't minded that title after all. It perks Minato up a bit to hear that he's made an ally in this strange place.
In any event -- oh, Jun. You're not fooling anyone. Minato will let his newfound senpai believe he's definitely not the sort of guy who cares about others relying on him, though that doesn't mean he can't help his own tiny smile curving on his lips. ]
Then, I'll be in your care.
[ It's nice, actually, getting to use that familiar pleasantry.
But deep down, he hopes he won't have to rely on Jun at all. It'd be better that way; it means Minato hadn't run into trouble. And despite how comfortably he seems to smile, he's never been the sort to wholeheartedly rely on others. ]
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i, a!! hi jin :)
Clearly, the guy was just an oblivious newcomer, blissfully unaware of the true nature of the resort, Jun thought so with a sigh. ]
Yeah.
[ Thanks, Captain Obvious. ]
So if it's somethin' important, you'd better keep a mental image of whatever you're missing. You'll probably get a chance to win it back eventually, or some people've found some stuff in their rooms.
[ Well, the first he knows from experience and same with the second, even if it weren't his own possessions found. ]
... Just be glad you arrived with ya clothes on.
[ And no, he doesn't elaborate any further. ]
eyes BUGGING OUT OF MY SKULL?!?!? HELLO???
Well, no use dwelling on the fact that his belongings are missing if that's the case. Instead, there are some interesting things he can glean from this stranger's explanation. "Win"? Also, "be glad you arrived with ya clothes on"? ]
...oh. Thanks for the info.
[ ...right, enough of being confused. Sounds like this person's been here a little longer, or at the very least has a better idea of what's going on. Minato turns to him with a small frown before glancing at the watch on his wrist. ]
This watch -- it only called this place the "Golden Peacock".
[ Nothing about confiscating things, including one's clothing... ]
yeah me too
As he nods in understanding, he figures the missing clothes aren't the most pressing issue worth mentioning any further. (In reality, Jun still finds the thought hilariously funny.) In fact, being a low-rank guest at the casino had its perks—people tended to leave you alone. He'll keep that precious detail to himself for now, though. ]
Yeah, no worries.
[ As expected, still funny.
Moving on, Jun takes a brief glance at the stranger's watch, nodding before lifting his own wrist, brandishing his own. ]
It's pretty much as described. You walk around a bit, and you'll see all the ugly golden walls and peacock statues. But it's sorta like a weird resort? Normally you'll check outta one, right? But here ya don't, or rather can't. [ He points towards his watch, then Minato's. ] Can't remove the watch, either, so...
[ Trailing off, Jun gives him a swift shrug, deciding it time to just go for it and ask. ]
... you didn't read anythin' else on that watch, did ya?
dwrp finds a way
...no, only the welcome message.
[ Or at least, it sounded like one in spite of how sketchy this whole place seemed. It's all nonsensical, which ironically made it easier for Minato to accept. ]
Something about chips and a deck.
[ And also something about being assigned a "wildcard," but considering that was one of his former titles, the phrase doesn't seem weird at all. ]
Am I a card now...?
[ His brow creases in thought. No, that couldn't be it. As far as Minato can tell, he still feels like himself. The person standing before him is definitely a human too. ]
it seriously does just like in life
[ Turns out Minato isn’t the only one who skipped past the resort’s “fine print.” Only a year ago Jun found himself in the all too familiar predicament, confused by the wording and being referred to as a “wildcard.”
Least one of them finds an almost amusement in all of this, which Jun almost finds himself bursting out in laughter at the reference to the stranger being a card. ]
Nah, you’re not some kinda card. Once you check in proper you’ll be given a weird tattoo reminding you of ya suit. That’s why you’re a “wildcard,” ‘cause they put in some stupid clause sayin’ the House is just figuring out where you belong. Don’t really get that part myself, ‘cause you’d think they woulda figured it out at the start.
[ He’s never read anything more dumb in his life. If they’ve already kidnapped you from home, Jun thinks they have already enough information on you. ]
But maybe it’d be better if we were just cards. Things would hurt less that way!
sorry to jun for getting stuck with giving minato casino tutorial
He sees now though, "wildcard" doesn't reference his Persona abilities at all. There's a lot of information being handed to him. He goes quiet and mulls over everything the stranger's shared. He's here at some bizarre resort, unable to leave or check out. There are tattoos associated with people's "suits", but the House hasn't determined which one to assign him. ...also, "hurt"? What? ]
I don't understand.
[ The confused look still remains on Minato's face. ]
What does a "suit" have to do with anything...?
[ ...yeah, maybe he doesn't want to know why it might be nice for things to hurt less. In any event, if everyone was assigned a suit, then --
Minato lifts a hand to point at Jun. ]
If everyone has one, that means... you have one too.
it's ok he'll bully minato whenever he gets his tattoo :)
At first he hadn't the foggiest idea of what a "wildcard" meant; only the people lingering around the casino hurled the word around the newcommers. If anything, he can at least help some of the newbies, even if it's not much. ]
Uh, if you're not "close" with someone, they make ya suit flare up 'til ya fix the "problem." Catch my drift?
[ ... unfortunately the words are awkward; he can't seem to make eye contact with the other teen as he finishes. Jun clears his throat, briefly closing his eyes. He keeps them closed tight until Minato brings up the part about the suit. Now he's not sure where to look, gulping down a lump in his throat.
Tatsumi Kazehaya save me... save me Tatsumi Kazehaya.]Yeah, I got one. But mine's sorta hidden.
[ All Jun can think is thankfully. ]
Maybe yours will be too, 'cause it's better that way. Somewhere you forget all 'bout it and only remember once it catches ya off guard.
[ He's obviously speaking from experience, and goes abruptly quiet after. ]
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Now that he's thinking about it though, the watch did contain several words of encouragement regarding physical intimacy. It's not quite clear how that was related to a "suit" just yet, but... well, he figures he'll learn in due time. There's a time and place for every piece of information. Maybe that information lies with a different NPC. ]
Oh.
[ Isn't it bad to be caught off guard though? ]
...I guess there's no point in wondering right now.
[ No suit just yet, so there's no need to spend energy on thinking about it considering this guy doesn't seem to have any desire to delve deeper. And considering how this stranger's gone out of his way to be extremely helpful, Minato's loathe to make him feel uncomfortable. ]
Thanks though. I've learned a lot from you.
[ Guess who would have simply stumbled blindly around the Golden Peacock otherwise. ]
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Yeah, maybe it'll be better once you've got one. Or just saying, if ya end up with the same as me, I can help more. I'm a Clubs, so, uh...
[ Yeah. Jun doesn't wish this place on anyone, though he could better articulate the effects to someone sharing the same suit as him with better understanding. It's a tough conversation to have, though, Jun admires the strangers attempts to ask the hard-hitting questions without a hint of embarrassment. ]
Glad to have helped out, even if it's not much. I'm Sazanami Jun, by the way. Nice to meetcha.
[ He lets out a relieved sigh, heart almost swelling with genuine content at having been about to help someone. No matter how small. ]
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There are others, then.
[ Hearts, Diamonds, and Spaces -- each must have something differentiating them from the other. But as said, no point in worrying or wondering what they might be for now. It almost sounds like it's something that might be best explained in practice anyways.
He's offered a name. Minato nods in response to acknowledge it. ]
Arisato. Arisato Minato.
[ Jun's sigh doesn't escape his notice. Had this guy been harboring some form of anxiety? If that's the case, Minato supposes he's glad to see that he's somehow managed to lift it. He should probably smile in response, offer an expression of reassurance. His own expression lifts a bit. ]
...yeah. I'm new, so... anything helps.
[ He lets out a thoughtful hum as something else crosses his mind. ]
No one's been able to check out of this place? Really?
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Yeah, three more. Hearts, Diamonds, and Spades.
[ The majority he knows are Spades and Clubs, with a small sprinkling of Diamonds and Hearts. From all Jun knows, he's grateful not to be Hearts.
Now introductions are out of the way; if only Jun knew how spot on Minato's assessment was. The uncertainty of it all, waiting and wondering if someone might come and break them out. Meeting Minato has been a breath of fresh air, someone not afraid to ask the hard-hitting questions with ease. ]
If I think of anythin' else, I'll tell ya.
[ He glances down for a moment, aware the question is a tough one to answer. ]
... depends on what you call "checkin' out."
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Leave.
[ But now that Minato thinks about it, maybe even that phrase is too subjective? ]
No one's been able to leave? Ever?
[ Wouldn't the establishment become overrun if it continuously pulled people in from who knows where? Or, perhaps there was someone who'd actually managed to win at Game 52 then wished themselves away from the resort?
What a gilded cage they were all trapped in. ]
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[ Do others ever truly leave? The statues of countless unknowns leave him wondering what the truth is. ]
Well, Rinne-senpai "left", but Ohii-san and some other guy found his statue. Dunno what's going on there, though...
[ Are people returned to their homes? What do the statues signify? He knows vague details at best about Jin. Are they stuck here forever without an end in sight? He's almost sure they are, as the "wish" granting might be a complete and utter lie. ]
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[ Minato blinks owlishly. Well... if that's the fate of those who seemed to disappear from the resort, then it seems Jun must be correct. Those statues... probably weren't going anywhere, huh.
On the other hand, it wouldn't exactly be the first time Minato's turned to stone. ]
...I guess I'll be here awhile, then.
[ ... ]
Looks like I might be relying on you longer, Sazanami-senpai.
[ Minato throws that name out before looking to Jun, scrutinizing him a bit to check whether he's allowed to call him that. ]
backflips into ur inbox
... yeah, sorry 'bout that.
[ As if Jun has any say.
At first, the name surprises him, a small colour appearing on his cheeks as he's called "senpai." He's never truly been a proper senpai to his kouhai, but the sentiment feels exciting. ]
Uh, yeah! That's kinda... [ Cute. ] Looks like it! But I'm not the sorta guy who cares, ya know?
[ He pauses for a second, lips curving upward into a small smile. With the rushing feeling of embarrassment slowly sinking in, Jun should clarify further. ]
About people relying on me.
WELCOME BACK OOMF I say tho we can probably wrap this...
In any event -- oh, Jun. You're not fooling anyone. Minato will let his newfound senpai believe he's definitely not the sort of guy who cares about others relying on him, though that doesn't mean he can't help his own tiny smile curving on his lips. ]
Then, I'll be in your care.
[ It's nice, actually, getting to use that familiar pleasantry.
But deep down, he hopes he won't have to rely on Jun at all. It'd be better that way; it means Minato hadn't run into trouble. And despite how comfortably he seems to smile, he's never been the sort to wholeheartedly rely on others. ]