>>6057213You decided to call Sora, touching the holographic display of your Scroll. Normally you would only text her back, however she had a… hostage. You suspected that talking would convey your message far better than just written words.
A few seconds passed while the Scroll tried to connect with hers. She eventually answered.
“Hey! Who’s calling? Do I have a new fan or something? State your business or I’ll bite ya.” Sora’s reply came quickly. She sounded smug and happy.
“Sora. You know its me. My name appears when I call you.” You answered, letting out an audible sigh. You didn’t like these kinds of games, at least not with her that much. She laughed after hearing you, clearly amused by your attitude.
“I know, I know. You know how fun it is to make you mad? So, how can I help ya, superstar?”
“First of all… can you please free the hostage? Is that really the sheriff? And don’t call me superstar.” You asked her, remembering the photo she sent you with the original message.
“No can do, birdie. You think I captured him and gagged him just because I find it funny?” Sora answered, starting to sound offended.
“Yes.” You answered back, coldly.
“HA! Well, you’re right. Almost. Yes, I find it funny and entertaining, but I actually did this because the bosses there at the family asked me to. Y’know, they give me tasks as well. How’s yours, by the way?” She answered back. You could hear the gagged man struggle in the background.
“Its… in progress.” You told her. A half-truth. In reality it wasn’t going that well, not only you obtained some unwanted fame, but a good lead you had went cold.
“I know that tone of voice. You’re stuck at a dead end, right? And not only that, but you’re also on half the screens in Kuchinashi! Keep going like this and I’m sure the family will eagerly decline your help. Maybe they’ll send ya some chocolates and flowers, too?” She sounded amused.
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