Paws Prints

[A gollem finds Tsuzuki outside by Gatekeeper. He's sitting against the castle wall, staring at the sky. Addy and Kia are taking a nap in the snow, that is still on the ground; their tails feathers beautifully splayed out on the matching snow. The shinigami looks like he's concerned about something.]

How strange... It seems people went back to their worlds again. How many more will come, and how many more will leave us? What becomes of those that have been here as long as I have? Are we trapped? Is there something we have to do here?

[He scoops up some snow in his bare hand, letting it fall through his fingers like a sift. His purple eyes look sad.]

What are we here for, Enma-Daioh...?

[A gollem nearby picks up Tsuzuki, outside in the training grounds. Addy and Kia are with him. He has just finished a training session, seen by the Finder leaving. Tsuzuki is seen walking toward the clearing in the trees. The gollem moves in closer to pick up what he's up to.]

What do you think, guys? Is it just a coincidence that someone like that could be here? I hope it's not an omen that he's coming...

[Addy and Kia both perch on his shoulders, nestling him. He strokes their heads. He doesn't smile though. He looks concerned, but the gollem doesn't stay much longer. The feed dies.]

To the spirits that walk this world tonight... I pray thee find rest and peace before returning from whence thee came...

[There is a pause.]

I hope there is peace to be found for them... Guess I'd better get ready for the party now, huh, girls? No, you are not leaving this room. I'm even putting up a barrier on my door to keep you in here, Addy!

[The feed dies.]

[[ooc: Today is also the Day of the Dead, so Tsuzuki is praying for their spirits to pass through this world without trouble tonight. If you smell smoke coming from his room, it's the candles. Don't panic! ... unless you want to... Happy Halloween~!!!]]

[Tsuzuki is in the cafeteria. He's slumped over a table, arms dangling before him. He's trembling a bit. Something has obviously happened. Jerry appears in the feed, carrying a tray of pie. Yes, a whole pie with a bowl of vanilla ice cream is on the tray. Patting the shinigami on the back, the cook nods his head, sympathetically.]

Thank you...

[He sounds like he wants to cry as he sits up to take the tray. Jerry nods again, returning to the kitchen. Grabbing the fork, Tsuzuki stabs at the pie, eating in chunks. He starts talking to himself, mouth full.]

I am not an emotional eater! I'm just worried! They've never done this before, so I have a right to be upset! I haven't felt anything bad, so they're alright... right?!

[He notices the gollem filming on the opposite side of the table. The feed shakes as it trembles at his displeased face. He grabs the gollem in a flash, pulling it up to his face.]

Addy! Kia! Come home! Please! You can't go scaring me like this! Do as Master says! If anyone has seen them, please bring them to room one on the men's floor! Thank you!

[He releasing the gollem to go back to eating his pie. The feed fades slowly as he whimpers.]

[ooc: Yes, Addy and Kia have vanished! It's doubtful that any one will find them. They're trapped somewhere on Floor 13. They'll be back next week though... in one form or another... By the way, I'm job hunting, so just like last week, I'll be scarce. I miss you guys, and welcome new people. I promise to tag everyone that pokes my entries! /kowtow/]

Hey, everyone! This is Tsuzuki! Just wanted to let you guys know that Duo, Addy, Kia and I are finally back, safe and sound. Mr. Krory had some other business to take care of, so we headed back on our own. We're all fine.

Shuuichi? I didn't see you or your roommate in your room, so I still have you souvenir in my room. Ace? I got you and Smoker some rum from the Netherlands. I have it in my room for you to come get it whenever either of you want it. Chief? Um... I'm used to getting my Chief back home a souvenir after each assignment, but I wasn't sure what to get you, since you didn't demand, I mean, ask for anything. I ended up getting you and Mr. Reever hand-carved, wooden tulips. I'll bring them by your offices later. I hope you like them.

Sounds like a lot happened while I was gone. I can't wait to catch up with everyone!

[ooc: Sorry Tsuzuki hasn't been as nosy and active as usual. I was struggling with him, and I hate taking hiatuses. Muse and mun are doing fine now though, so he's back! I won't be backdating people's entries though cause that just wouldn't make any sense, now would it? XP By the way, NO ONE SAW DUO AND TSUZUKI COME IT. /hint hint/]

[The feed picks up on Addy and Kia standing on Tsuzuki's desk, staring at the camera. Kia leans forward to peck at the keypad as Addy gnaws an inch in its wing. Words flash across the bottom of the screen like subtitles.]

MASTER HAS MISPLACED HIS TRENCH COAT IF ANYONE HAS SEEN A BLACK TRENCH COAT AROUND THE CASTLE TOWER PLEASE BRING IT TO ROOM NUMBER ONE ON THE MENS FLOOR THANK YOU

[Addy tilts its head at Kia's message. Leaning forward, Addy adds a line.]

MASTER REALLY LIKES THAT COAT AND IT HAS MOST OF HIS TALISMANS IN IT SO IF YOU COULD BRING IT BACK SOON HE MIGHT STOP RUNNING AROUND LIKE A WHITE RABBIT HEH

[Kia stares at Addy a moment before cutting the feed.]

[ooc: Tsuzuki will be replying to comments, but he won't know about the announcement. He's been in the recreation room practicing his piano piece, but someone picked up his coat when he went for a snack.]

[Tsuzuki is on the roof, more like flying above it really. The camera is wavering, due to Kia holding it with its feet. Tsuzuki is pulling at Addy, who appears to be fighting with a gollem.]

Oh for the love of the Jade Emperor! Addy! Seriously?! Are you that jealous?!

[He glances at the camera, groaning loudly.]

Kia...! Help your master here! Okay?! If Reever... Oh god! You're recording this?! Kia, I thought I could at least trust you! Damn it, Addy! Leave it alone!

[The camera feed moves closer as Kia flies over to the shinigami. Once he can reach the communicator, Tsuzuki hits the button and cuts the feed.]

[ooc: Addy doesn't want Tsuzuki to get a gollem, and it's showing Tsuzuki. Kia thought Reever might want to see Tsuzuki flying, so it grabbed the communicator. So sweet...]