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redjacketthief) wrote2000-11-14 02:55 pm
redjacketthief) wrote2000-11-14 02:55 pm
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Appointments
This is the mailbox of your's truely, Arsene Lupin III. I take it that you've come here because you want to talk to me or make some kind of plan. Whatever it is, I'l gladly listen, but I need your name, date, time, and the best way to get back to you. Sorry I missed you, and I'll get back to you soon, okay?
[Please denote if you are leaving a written, voice, or video message and comment here.]
[Please denote if you are leaving a written, voice, or video message and comment here.]
Video, tonight?
Sure, he felt a certain measure of displeasure at being forced to do something against his will; but this event he came to consider as an opportunity to learn something about this world they inhabited, if not the Malnosso themselves. Every little piece of information had its worth.]
By now, I am certain you are aware of the Malnosso's recent announcement.
Video, tonight
[Acknowledgement of information didn't imply approval. The fact that noted non-combatants were on the list sent a surge of white-hot anger rushing through his veins--the very idea of it was enough to earn further ire from the thief. This was further bolstered by the addition of his friend--nay, his brother--on this list.
He steeled his nerves. There was nothing in his power that he could do. The only option available was to be patient and wait for the right opportunity.
It wasn't here yet.]
What are you going to do?
Video, tonight
Video, tonight
Video, tonight
February 1st, [Voice]
February 1st, [Voice]
Pick a location, Dellie...I'll be there.
February 1st, [Voice]
February 1st, [Voice----Action]
February 1st, [Action]
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I've kept you waiting long enough. XD
Oh, you have just made my day!
He didn't order alcohol, not on that day. The doctor would really be pissed at him if he did. Instead, he settles at the bar to people watch and nurse a coke or two. The stranger reading at the bar naturally catches his eye because of how unusual such an act was. Lupin sidles over and idly peers over his shoulder...
cueing more surprise. Rifle technical manuals? Really?]
Is that a FAMAS service rifle? [Standard-issue military weapon of his home country. Who would have thought?]
:D
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[Written] She left a note, to her own fridge, but knew he'd find it
[She loves these things after all.]
Don't do anything stupid, if I come back and you're even worse I'll strap you down myself, and that is not a good thing.
So try to take it easy?
Here, I left you something so you don't get bored.
[And underneath is basically a treasure hunt. A note leading to a place, which of course, will lead to another and another and another and so on.]
Don't give Pops a heart attack, okay?!
S.W.A.K. ♥
Fujiko~
March 10th; Night // Action
[For all of Smoker's claims that the time feels like it overlapped, it doesn't really. It feels exactly like it's been two years since he was at the barracks doing jitte training and teaching, just like it's been about that long since he was at Loguetown. Still, for all the time he spent there, it's familiar and the feeling of focusing on physical strength again instead of training haki and devil fruit as often as possible... it's nice.]
[He starts doing his own stretches and warm-ups, ears perked for a certain red-coated thief to appear out of the dark.]
March 10th; Night // Action
He enters with an amused smile and doesn't bothere with knocking or announcing himself.]
I'd have brought along some rum, but that's a little counterproductive this time.
By the way. Nice hair.
March 10th; Night // Action
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[Video] March 24th
Lupin, do you...have a few minutes to talk?
[Video] March 24th
All I have is time, Luke. What's up?
[Video] March 24th
[Video] March 24th
[Video] March 24th
[Video------->Action] March 24th
[Action] March 24th
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April 9th // Action
[For now, Smoker decided to just go back to his routine as if everything was normal. With one minor exception that included getting Lupin early. The other man hadn't been around for the week, which wasn't too strange given the Shift, but it also meant that he was probably getting fidgety, and it only took five minutes of knowing Arsene Lupin III to spot that as dangerous. And so it is that Smoker hunts him down -- perhaps just to reaffirm to himself that he was indeed the White Hunter and hadn't gotten rusty -- and stands at Smoker's door with the same no-nonsense attitude he always has.]
Come on, you're coming for lessons today, and I don't care whether how many sessions you've had with Detective Chun-Li or not. [To the point and gruff as always.]
April 9th // Action
It would be a lie to say that he hadn't liked the memories. It would be an equal lie to admit that he hadn't enjoyed himself as the slicer known as Red, as the intelligence officer that had recieved the rank of Commander, Arsenn Lupan. It would be a goddamn lie to say that he hadn't enjoyed his time with Goldie--no, Adele-- and that he hadn't wished it would continue forever.
The fact that Smoker was at his door wasn't a surprise, though it did send an odd jolt of tension through his spine. Not now, not now... He knew for a fact that the Marine wouldn't go away though, knew that it was probably for the best if he played along as if nothing had happened.
While he didn't have a Civil War, he did have a status quo that needed to be maintained at all costs.]
..I didn't see the Detective a hell of a lot either last week, Captain. She believed she was a part of Whitebeard's crew, though. Yes, I know it was a shift, but it was wierd.
[No, he hasn't opened the door. He is leaning on it, however. For a door that opens to the inside, even a skinny guy like him can make for a halfway decent barricade for a while.]
April 9th // Action
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[Voice] April 25th
A word, if you've the time.
[Voice] April 25th
Always.
[Voice] April 25th
[Voice] April 25th
[Voice] April 25th
[Voice----->Action] April 25th
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May 4th, afternoon [Video]
Lupin? Are you still awake?
May 4th, afternoon [Video]
...what's sleep?
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May 21st, early evening.
Same building as the Jedi, it turned out. I'd have to remember that.
Anyway, I finally found myself facing the locked door of the thief in question. I stretched out my senses, feeling for any kinds of trap or hidden danger within the door.
May 21st, early evening.
In other news I fail at all the things.
its one of those weeks.
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[July 21: Action]
Sliding the handles of her bag into her palm she stops in front of the hammock hung between the trees close to the house, offering a smile to the man relaxing in the woven ropes.]
Good afternoon, Red.
[July 21: Action]
Hey, Sabi-chan. [He pulled himself up to sitting, and braced his feet on the ground. Eyeing the bag, he grinned.] What did you bring over today?
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[Action, July 27]
But very little goes as it should in this place. So she finds herself making her way to house 46 to look in after him once she'd finished her shift at the clinic for the day.]
[Action, July 27]
With the heat rearing its head again, Lupin decided to open every window he could manage. The AC worked fine, but he wanted the cross breeze. It made him feel better, and it gave him an excuse to try to contact Kipinn again.]
[Action, July 27]
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September 14th, after the mission signups go live. [Action.]
September 14th [Action.]
Not that Lupin cares. He's in a good mood. A very good mood.]
Busy now. Come back later~
September 14th [Action.]
September 14th [Action.]
September 14th [Action.]
September 14th [Action.]
September 14th [Action.]
September 14th [Action.]
September 14th [Action.]
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September 19th [Action]
He meant to ask earlier - this was short notice - but he had been ill the Tuesday, and the Wednesday? Aside from working a day to make up that he had taken off, he had wandered the way of House 46 and sensed nothing of Lupin. Strange. And he had seen him earlier at the fountain.
He didn't think anything of it that night.
This morning, when he went again down to 46 and sensed nothing again when he got in range of the house, Law decided to go hunting. He knew the man's haunts. And once he approached the boomshack, his Haki told him he hit paydirt.]
September 19th [Action]
The lingering presence of Jigen and Zenigata clung to the housing building. It was enough for Lupin to avoid returning to his flat.
He had finally gotten the will to ditch the covers and get dressed despite the lingering fever and vertigo. A shower was to be had, as was a hot meal. He was half way through tying his tie when he saw Law's approach through the steam-fogged window. Lupin hurriedly shrugged his jacket on, determined to look at least a little presentable.
Well. This would be an interesting day.]
September 19th [Action]
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[Action] / Memories Event
Fujiko Mine. And you've been ignoring me.
[... WELL more like he barely knew she existed, but whatever. Obviously his fault.]
[Action] / Memories Event-- Thanks~
i don't remember anything.
can you help>sorry.
[Action] / Memories Event-- My pleasure ;)
[Action] / Memories Event--
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[Action] / Memories Event--
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Meeting/Action Friday Evening
Meeting/Action Friday Evening
The intervening days had allowed him to think, and Lupin's conclusion was to keep a relative distance for the moment. Whatever the link was, it was far too complicated for him. He only kept prodding at the idea of it because it kept his mind busy and kept him from driving himself too hard. He arrived not long after Spock did, clad in a pair of loose trousers, a faded button up, and a jacket he had picked up for the growing chill. The nights had grown colder, but the crispness of it would help him think...and focus.
He was considering using this opportunity to try to make contact with Eferin, the local fire spirit, despite it being a trip to the beach.
Lupin rapped once on the wall for Spock's attention and grinned. There was nothing else keeping him in the village before he began his retreat.]
It's up to you if you want to accept this device.. XD
Interesting~
Again, testing the waters. Let me know if I am way outta line. XD
o7
XD
oh...whoa
*giggles*
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/facepalm
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[Voice]
[His voice still wasn't back, but he had learned a way to better manage the external amplifier. He kept his tone low to mitigate the echo of the otherwise apparent augmentation.]
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[Action] October 20th
...Yes, yes, and yes. Well. That was simple enough.
It took a day or so to get the rough idea of their pattern- late at night while most were out or out cold she slipped in, avoided what precautionary measures left about the place though keeping them silent was difficult enough, and set about her task. It took a long while to get everything transferred out the window and to pull up her supplies but once done, she was quite proud.
Resetting the traps and climbing out the window was somewhat harrowing, but entirely worth it. Especially with her journal hidden in the uppermost corner of the room, angled to record the discovery and reaction. It was brilliant.
Every last undergarment, every last sock, coat and tie, every shirt, every shoe and pair of slacks stolen. Not a stitch of his wardrobe remained. In it's place were pink, frilly, silky underthings and silk stockings, high heeled shoes and slinky, glittery gowns. The prettiest and most feminine dresses and outfits she could arrange. Not a thing could be paired with another to make a masculine outfit. Not a thing. His Red and Green jackets had been stolen- and hidden. She'd taken great care not to harm them, but they would not be returned for some time.
Enjoy your updated wardrobe Lupin.]
[Action] October 20th 1/?
He huffed in amusement at the thought. Maybe they both were going complacent and domestic!
Lupin stretched languidly and yawned with the laziness of a cat as he woke up late that morning. 10 was early enough for him, especially since he was still keeping an eye on a certain someone...
Coffee first, he decided. Slip into something warm and get coffee, then slink outside into the chill to have a cigarette. His old pattern, and his usual one. So many things had changed in the last several months that he just wanted some familiar. A trip to the bakery later, to pick up some croissants and fruit for everyone to eat.
...was it persimmon season yet?
Stretching again, he found his center and wandered to his closet. He needed pants and a button up, to feel like normal. He needed his yellow tie and his dress shoes--
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[Action] October 20th 2/3?
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Draft - 4am
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Draft - 4am
The only piece of comfort that he could offer had all ready been given. Daisy. He'd always protect Keimi for her.
He got out of bed on unsteady feet and stumbled over to the desk where a certain something was hidden. A quick flip through the drawers--and he found it.
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Lupin grabbed Spock's arm when he passed.]
Sa-kai.
[The term was still foreign, but it fit.]
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2am on the 29th (just because XD)
He moved gently...
His black gear was dirty and was wet and torn in several places. His face was streaked with green and grime... He needed to make it to the bathroom before Lupin caught him in this condition. He did not want to worry his Sa-kai... he could hide his wounds for the time being.]
2am on the 29th Oh god you're TERRIBLE
Lupin sat up in his bed and pushed the sheets aside to allow the barest chill that crept in through the window to jolt his senses into wakefulness. He closed his eyes and stilled his breathing, focusing on the air currents to get a sense of sound and location. The trip to the mountains that he took with Spock had honed his focus on Kipinn's teachings. Soon, he believed, he could use his focus to muffle the sounds around him.
Stealth was always a boon.
He grabbed for the first weapon on hand--a penknife, as his Walther was hidden in a nearby drawer--and reached out to the wall for a brace. With his wings folded tightly against his back, he crept across the distance to the door...and opened it slowly.
Never before had he been so glad that he made certain all of the hinges in the apartment were well oiled. A single creak would give him away.
Darkness does strange things to the senses. It was a tool for Lupin, and an old friend. He felt rather than saw or heard the presence of another just down the hall. He tightened his grip on the penknife and stilled his breathing. Fingers barely touched the wall as he quietly padded across the carpet in bare feet--
--and stopped. There was an almost palpable sense of anxiety and discomfort in the air.
inhale.
exhale.
His voice was barely more than a husky whisper, caught in the lower tones of his vocal register:]
...You're hurt.
[Statement. Not a question. Need for stealth forgotten, he crossed to the opposite wall to find the light switch. A click, and the dim light was just as blinding as the sun.
He looked over his shoulder and frowned at what he saw.]
Re: 2am on the 29th I try my best. ~grin~
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[Backdated to the evening of the 15th]/Video
Sa-kai?
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After the journal feeds from earlier that day, he had a feeling that he knew what the conversation would be about.
He nursed a coffee as he mulled over the dossiers of the people involved in the upcoming mission that he volunteered for, but he had plenty of time to think.]
Spock. [His voice was pleasant, if tired.] What's up?
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