2nd Hour - [Video - Fortitude Network, "Seeking..." forum]

[floweringknight]

[Not too long after Dahlia's post, Sakuya puts up his own notice, of a rather opposite nature.]

Hello. My name is Sakuya Izayoi, and I arrived at the beginning of this round. After helping Mademoiselle Dahlia achieve victory, I thought the best way I could help my fellow students is by offering my services to any of our other players who have yet to win the round. I'm willing to participate in fights if you plan on engaging in duels, but I'll be upfront in saying that my form is that of a knife, so I only recommend those who feel comfortable wielding that sort of weapon in close combat reply. In any case, I am eager to hear your replies and lending a hand to help our school in achieving victory.

[A small breath, then he continues with a little more casual air.]

On a lighter note, I suppose I'll take this opportunity to greet all the others in Fortitude. I've already met a few of you and hope to make acquaintances with many more. Thank you, and good day.

Comments

[pencilpremonition]

I'm still looking for a weapon. At the moment, admittedly I'll take anything. I don't think people want there to be penalties going around the school again.

Is that all right?

[floweringknight]

That would be fine; I'm happy to help out in any way I can, Mademoiselle...?

[pencilpremonition]

Becca. I'll just go grab Shion and we'll battle right away.

[floweringknight]

Oh? Alright. [That was fast.] Where would you like to meet?

[pencilpremonition]

Uhm, in front of the dorms?

[floweringknight]

That works. I'll be out there in just a bit then.

[Coming from the computer labs, hopefully he wouldn't make her wait long.]

[pencilpremonition]

[Becca has to come from the computer lab, too, so they probably get out there about the same time. She waves, all awkwardness when she spots him.]

[floweringknight]

[Good thing he is fabulous graceful enough for the two of them. Spotting her, he gives a smile and flourishes a bow]

Mademoiselle Becca. It's a pleasure to make your acquaintance in person now.

[pencilpremonition]

[Wow, what?]

I uh... Uhm... Thanks? Nice to meet you, too.

[floweringknight]

[He is a fancy pants butler-in-training and p.much does this to everyone, especially ladies... sob, almost a year in Reims and he's still nothing like a normal guy...

Too bad he forgot how to tie his tie right. It kind of ruins the effect.]

So, were you planning on fighting immediately? I suppose if you haven't this round, we are coming up on the penalty deadline...

[pencilpremonition]

Yeah, I've got a friend who's a player this round. I already called him, he's coming straight over.

[Then she hangs her head embarrassedly.]

Uhm. I have fainting spells a lot, so I can't actually fight... Shion and I have a plan, but it's kind of cheating. I'm sorry I can't use you properly, but thank you so much for helping me out.

...Oh! I swear to protect you, Sakuya. And give you all your permissions.

[floweringknight]

Oh, well, I guess that's a good way to do it, since win or lose, the weapon stays with our school.

[He laughs a little at that explanation]

I see; that's fine. Really, for those who don't want to fight, I'm more than happy to help them in a way that doesn't involve fighting. After all, that's what I just helped Mlle Dahlia do.

[A smile] Thank you. And I'll protect you as well, if it should ever be necessary, Mlle Becca.

[pencilpremonition]

Thank you so much. You're so sweet~.

[A little weirdly formal, but not bad at all. Now if only Shion would hurry up and get here, then they can start the battle.]

[nephentes_rajah]

[ Hey look, someone has also discovered the video function on the computers. Isn't this a neat invention? She gives the... boy?... a curious look, ignoring the majority of the content of his message. ] What did you say your name was? [ Something was off about all this. ]

[floweringknight]

[Blink blink]

Sakuya Izayoi.

[nephentes_rajah]

[ There doesn't appear to be any recognition on his part, which has her staring at him all the more critically for a moment. ] You don't look happy to see me.

[floweringknight]

Should I be? I'm sorry, but I don't remember meeting you before...

[Though considering he still had trouble tying his tie neatly... was this... something like that?]

[nephentes_rajah]

[ How unusual. Not only does he not remember, but he is, well... a he.

There is a time to question this, but now is not that time. No, it is an opportunity. Yuuka slowly smiles. ] Why, on campus, of course. You said you were with Fortitude, correct? I'm a teacher there. My name is Ms. Kazami. [ A wink. ] You'd do well to remember that. ♥

[floweringknight]

Ah, forgive my slip then, Ms. Kazami. I don't think I'm taking your subject, but it's a pleasure to speak with you nonetheless.

[nephentes_rajah]

That's okay. You can always make it up to me~

[ At that admission, though, she arches a brow. ] Really? I would think such a well-mannered boy such as yourself would have at least some appreciation for the arts.

[floweringknight]

I'd be glad to. [Though he's curious how she means...]

Ah, I have some appreciation for them, but those kinds of creative endeavors haven't ever really been a strong suit of mine.

[nephentes_rajah]

[ Oh he'll find out soon enough~ ]

But that's exactly part of what you're supposed to do here, isn't it? Learn, enrich your life, pick up new skills. I have plenty of experience to share, and I won't judge a beginner. Sometimes the freshest... ... young...

[ Oh damn it, she had a good analogy, didn't she? Something about cultivating? She furrows her brow and waves her hand, dismissing that thought. ] It would be good for you.

[floweringknight]

[He tilts his head a little at that lost analogy, but doesn't comment on it]

Perhaps. It just doesn't seem particularly necessary for my lot in life.

[nephentes_rajah]

[ Oh now here's a chance to find out some interesting things. She places her chin in her hand. ] And what "lot" is that?

[floweringknight]

Ah, well, I suppose putting it like that sounds ungrateful. My purpose, or role, I suppose. As a butler.