realmofstories | Entry 004

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Entry 004

Characters: Kazuma Asougi [Jekyll/Hyde]
Campaign: Break
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Summary: Catch-All for the Break

A - The Doctor is out [Network]

I will not be meeting with clients in person until further notice. If you must make an inquiry for some medicine, use the journal to contact me. I will let you know when it's ready to be picked up.

-Disciple

B- A nightly stroll in the forest

[Anyone who happens to be wandering around or living in the forest, might hear a disturbance during the nighttime. It doesn't occur every night, but when it does, it sounded like someone was cutting down the trees. There's also a low rumbling like thunder that occasionally accompanied the sound afterwards, like a rhythmic thumping. Looking into the source, they will find themselves at the edge of the Index. The ground appeared unstable, with trees uprooted and large boulders that have been split into smaller pieces scattering about the area.

This warzone was only found along the edge of the Index, and every few nights, a new area would turn into a disaster area. If someone manages to catch the person in the act, it turns out to be the Disciple, or was it the Disciple? The low rumbling noise was from him ramming trees into the barrier or throwing boulders at it. Whatever he could pick up and throw, which was almost anything, he was directing them at the barrier. A few times he was crazy enough to punch the barrier.] I need...to go... [If you manage to get in close enough, you can hear him mumbling about going somewhere. It doesn't seem like he's quite all there himself. Are those pajamas he's wearing?]

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[Damn, he really is in bad shape. Shizuo will have to carry him back, but it won't be a problem for someone like him. Still, he tries his best to be a bit more careful around him, even if that can be a bit tough with his natural strength.]

Disciple? He was here?

[He quickly scans the area for any sign of the man, but he doesn't see him.]

And what do you mean by Heartless?

[~~alas Shizuo was not a gamer and didn't pay attention to Kingdom Hearts—~~]

[Roxas allows this, not fighting much as Shizuo carries him. It might be a bit messy, what with some blood dripping from his tail where he was hit by the debris, but Roxas will apologize later, when it's safe.]

He's the one... who chased me.

[Disciple doesn't seem to be around, though... maybe he ran off somewhere. He hopes they don't run into him again, he can't fight like this.]

They're... monsters. Made from the darkness in people's hearts. They're attracted to sources of darkness, and collect the hearts of others. I have a weapon to fight them, but I left it behind when I came here.

[And the way he grips at Shizuo's shirt, it's not only out of fear and pain, but also anger.]

[Shizuo wishes he had brought something like a blanket or something with him, but he was in such a hurry he didn't think about it. But once they're far enough away where he thinks it's safe, he sets Roxas carefully down and pulls out his bag, digging for those potions. It won't be enough to cure everything, but it should at least ease some of the injuries.

All the while he had remained silent, listening to Roxas's description of the Heartless. He has a very sinking feeling that he knows what—or rather who—it was that attacked him. And if he's right... Anger is broiling beneath the quiet man's facade, hidden only by the calm he manages to keep for the sake of the injured boy in front of him.]

Did it look like Disciple?

[Roxas does his best to keep still while he's being set down, but he does wince as Shizuo sets to work. He looks up at Shizuo at that question, and he nods.]

Yeah... but with yellow eyes. Yellow eyes mean darkness.

[He knows that for a fact.]

If it's kept it's human form, that means it's strong. Normally you need a Keyblade to fight the Heartless, but maybe our Essence powers can help?

[Disciple had seemed to be affected by his voice, at least. Maybe his other abilities could help, once he's not in so much pain.]

...It wasn't a Heartless.

[His words are said after a heavy exhale while he holds out a potion bottle for Roxas to drink.]

...huh?

[Roxas blinks, surprised. He slowly takes the potion bottle, but doesn't drink.]

What do you mean..?

It was Disciple, but his essence. It's called Hyde and is a completely different personality.

...that was his Essence??

[Roxas can only really gape at Shizuo. On one hand, he's glad that it's not a Heartless, meaning he can relax on that front. On the other, that was a rough Essence.]

Yeah.

[And just going to frown a bit.]

I'll deal with him later. Drink those potions for now and I'll take you back to the city to get properly healed.

Wow...

[Holy shit. Roxas takes a minute to process what Shizuo had told him, a shiver going down his spine. He slowly takes a swig from the potions with his good hand, and lets out a sigh as the magic within them slowly knits together his more minor wounds. His arm is still broken and shoulder still dislocated, but he feels as though the white-hot pain from before is at least a little numbed.]

[After a pause, he turns back to Shizuo.]

Are you sure you can handle him on your own? I wasn't able to do much to him...

[Shizuo just waits and watches patiently, seeing some of the bruises and wounds healed thanks to the potion's effect.]

Yeah, I'll be fine. I'm probably one of the few around here who can deal with him.

[He frowns, though, thinking.]

But if he's still out there, then I might have to drop you off with someone instead of trying to find a healer. Don't want someone else to get caught up in his stupid shit.

[It's a tough choice, really. He wants to make sure Roxas gets help, but if Hyde is really out there—or even Disciple passed out—then he needs to help him, too. Especially if it is Hyde.]

[Roxas looks like he might try to protest, but a twinge from his arm makes him wince, and instead he sighs. Even if he wanted to go back out there, he's in no condition to fight.]

Just... be careful. And... try not to fight him near the barrier. That's how he broke my arm.

[Just narrows his eyes.]

He was near the barrier?

[...Hm. If Disciple isn't back at the house by the time Shizuo drops him off, that'll be the place he'll need to check.]

Nevermind, I'll figure it out later. We should get you help first. Know anyone I can go to?

Yeah. He kept saying he had to get back... I guess he meant get back home.

[He didn't get it either at the time, but maybe Shizuo can figure it out faster than he can.]

[Shizuo's question makes him pause, and he wonders about who he could go to. After a brief moment to think, he settles on the first name that comes to mind.]

Maybe... Kotori? You and her helped me out last time.

[He sort of knows what it could mean, but as Hyde? Well, he'll worry about it later. Roxas first.]

Got it. Guessing your arm is still banged up, too.

Ah... yeah.

[He looks down at his banged-up arm. His forearm is broken, and his shoulder still dislocated... even if the pain has been numbed somewhat from the potions, it will probably still hurt once they begin moving.]

You don't happen to have a potion that fixes broken bones, do you?

No, not for broken bones.

[He leans forward a bit to try and get a look. ...Engh. But seeing his shoulder, he notices that it is not looking how it should be.]

Is your shoulder dislocated? I can fix that at least.

[He should be able to control his strength for that.]

I think so...

[He looks down at his shoulder, then up at Shizuo.]

Okay. Can you fix it now?

Yeah. ...Brace yourself.

[Because it's going to hurt like a bitch.

Taking a breath, he moves closer before placing his hands carefully against his shoulder and arm. Especially his arm since the forearm is already broken. He doesn't need to break the upper arm, too. After another moment, he just snaps the bone into place. It'll be a stronger jolt than if someone else had done it, but it's also a guarantee that it's set firmly back in the socket.]

[Roxas nods, and does as he's told. He holds his breath as Shizuo rests his hands on his arm, trying to prepare for whatever he's going to do.]

[His arm snaps back into place with an audible pop!, and Roxas screams in pain. His body spasms and his free arm grips the ground, hard, as a wave of agony washes through Roxas. It's enough to make him see stars, and almost pass out from the sheer pain of it.]

[Shit. He's had to pop his shoulder back in place several times by now due to fights, as well as deal with other types of injuries. But not only was he used to it, his body's natural constitution and high pain threshold made it so what pain he did feel was significantly less than most normal people.

He should have thought this through better.

But at least it was back in place and he knew it would hurt for a while, but it'll be less than if it stayed that way and the worst of it will pass.]

Here—

[Shizuo will just take another potion bottle and pour some out on the shoulder before holding it out for Roxas to drink if he needs more. Direct application works well enough, but only for that area and in this case just to help dull the pain. He'll still need to be looked at.]

[Roxas lets out a couple moans of pain, but the potion on his shoulder does help to numb the pain some. He accepts the potion with a shaky hand, and downs the rest of it as fast as he can. When he's done, he exhales deeply, letting out a sigh of relief.]

[His arm still hurts like hell, but his shoulder feels a little better, at least. He lets out a breath and grits his teeth.]

Didn't think it would hurt that bad...

Sorry. Knew it would hurt, but forgot it would probably hurt worse for you.

[At least he didn't go overboard with his strength. ...Or maybe his strength contributed to it.]

But once you're ready, I'll carry you back.

[Roxas gives him a look, though given the pained expression it comes across more as a pout. Still, after a few moments, he gives a nod.]

Okay. I'm ready.

[With a nod, Shizuo carefully reaches over to pick Roxas up in his arms. Sorry, kiddo, but princess style is the best way given the condition. He'll at least have him so that his good arm is pressed against him and not the injured one. It's. Also a little weird to have to carry him with his tail, but can't do much about that.

And once set, Shizuo will make their way through the forest back into town before finally reaching Kotori's home. So thump thump thump, hope you're still up, Kotori or this will be one hell of an awakening.]

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