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''You probably won't like how things ended up, so let's discuss that subject tomorrow and enjoy the atmosphere tonight.'' Better shut down misconceptions. ''Still got your belt, ready to give it back to you whenever. Handy tool.''
''Oh.'' The man blinked a few times. ''I was so distracted, I forgot about that. I began to believe it broke it during our trials in Muribel.''
Damn, he's a bit inattentive, huh? ''Heard a little bit about your journey. Something about awakening a Site of Power? That sound even more important than what I was up to.''
''Did what I could for Leena.'' You acknowledged his spirit with a drink, both of you already on your second cups. ''That was a complete stroke of luck; place was already awakening on its own. All I did was to force the southern leadership into accepting it... or rather, make me collect an emerald to keep Leena alive.''
''You make it sound easy. I've experienced more than enough monsters stubbornness to know otherwise.'' He wasn't showing any wounds; if he hid something emotional, his pale hazel eyes betrayed nothing. ''You didn't have to spill blood? And our black cat? She's good?''
''Leena is in a safe hibernation; I took a chance by trusting an old Oni druid to use our only pearl, and she managed the spell despite being inexperienced. One nature pearl is enough to preserve her body for half a year, and the garden produces one monthly, so I have time to...'' Adam hesitated, glanced at his glowing drink, and finished its content. ''...accomplish a permanent solution.''
''Southern Zipangu is a weird place.'' He continues. ''There was a big event fifty years ago where lizards amazons from the jungle frontline of the Demon Lord ended up repatriated over there, and they conquered the Onis clans. It's a country split into two cultures, and people keep dueling to resolve issues, but I haven't seen any -real- rebellious spirits. Both races like to fight to resolve their issues while placing honor pretty high on their virtue lists.'' One pause for you two to share another gulp. ''Despite all the bullshit, it felt alive, even vibrant, compared to Muribel.''
The Pharaoh's realm was a soul-sucking place.
''Did you like your adventure?'' He was in a mood to talk, that's for sure.
''Dunno.'' He paused, looking at his glowing drink curiously. ''I wasn't thinking about having a good time. It was one hell of an experience, that's for sure.''
>Press him for more details about his adventure. It must be one hell of a tale.
>Ask about his relationship. Guy went down south into dangerous lands with Tomiko's twin daughters... even if their father was present, he must have juicy details. They went and gave him a haircut.
>Ask about his ''permanent'' solution for Leena. It sounds like a heavy topic. It might be best to breach it before both of you have too much alcohol in your guts.
>Free
Will friendship bloom? Guess we'll see!
