No.2113
>Date: June 10th, 2017
>Location: Yoshimura Institute - Tokyo
>Time: 12:30pm
>A young researcher, working overtime on their weekend, sits over a computer, her head hanging low as she groans from a hangover from the previous night.
"Ugh. . ."
>The researcher looks up, opening one of her eyes as the computer makes a sound, jumping back in her chair as she notices something in the data being streamed to her workstation as it scrolls up. Grabbing the mouse, she scrolls back to the specific part.
"That's. . . that's. . ."
>The researcher moves back from the computer, scrambling through various documents on her desk until she finds the one she's looking for.
"If. . . this signature. . ."
>The woman brings the document up and places it next to the screen.
"Call the director on. . ."
>The woman takes out a smartphone branded with a single Japanese character and enters a number from the document into it, calling the number.
"Hello, Director Yoshimura? My apologies for calling you at this inconvenient time, but the document said to call you immediately if an energy signature similar to the one within it was detected, so I did, Director Yoshimura. I can prepare a report for you for Monday if you wish, or show the readings to you now if you wish to come into the institute."
No.2114
>>2113>Time: 1:00 PM"Yes Suisei, it is allegedly
that signature."
>Ryūsei says as he begins walking towards the research institute's front doors. Adjusting the cufflinks of his suit, he then continues to speak into his phone."I am not making any hasty extrapolations - but I cannot deny the possibility that it could be
her."
>Silent for another moment, Ryūsei feels his eyelids grow heavy as he places a hand to the bridge of his nose. Sighing, he then exhales and concludes:"Well then see for yourself, sister. As I am about to."
>Ryūsei then ends the call and places the phone back in his pocket. Turning his attention towards the open lobby of the area - he then walks inside towards the offices.
>After a few minutes, Ryūsei reaches the work cubicle where the young woman is sitting. As he stands before her, he then says:"Thank you for the notification. Miss….."
>Ryūsei says, clearly gesturing her for her name. No.2115
>>2114"My family name is Tanaka, Director Yoshimura. I appreciate that you have taken time out of your day to handle this. . ."
>The researcher gulps, clearly trying to keep her cool in so formal a situation, having even tidied up her suit slightly in the intervening period."A-as you can see, Director. . ."
>The researcher points at the screen."The observatory located in Costa Rica detected an energy signature that is a 70% match with the one reported previously approximately five minutes before I reported it to you, director, although. . ."
>The researcher goes silent for a second, a desperate look on her face."W-well. . . director. . . the data is somewhat corrupted, as you can see, the feed ends approximately three minutes before I reported it to you, and I have not been able to obtain a response from the observatory since that moment. . . I'm terribly sorry for my mistake, director, if I had simply been more diligent then I. . ."
No.2116
>>2115"It's alright, Miss Tanaka."
>Ryūsei says with a warm smile on his face. His easy going tone being a deliberate reaction to her nervousness.
>As he points slightly towards the computer screen, he then states:"Signal degradation then. It is of no major concern - and I would not fault you for this situation."
>Giving Tanaka another reassuring smile, Ryūsei then says:"I am grateful that you brought this to my attention - you may have helped the company more than you realize. That deserves recognition."
No.2117
>>2116"Th-thank you director!"
>The researcher gives Ryusei a brief bow."Although, director, I don't believe this to be typical signal degradation, unless the observatory is observing sever weather conditions, I should have been able to restore contact by now."
>The researcher gulps again."I-it could simply be a fault with the observatory's equipment, however, but I have not been able to contact the team on-site at all, and I could not find any reports of extreme weather near the site. . ."
No.2118
>>2117>Ryūsei, still smiling, says:"Not a concern. The signature comparison is proof enough. This is an unexpected opportunity - perhaps the one we have been waiting for."
>He then gives a nodding gesture to Tanaka, stating:"I will discuss the matter with the Chairwoman regarding the company's next course of action. I will also mention your quick thinking and adherence to company policy with her. As I said before, your actions deserve recognition, Miss Tanaka."
>Ryūsei then states:"Is there anything else that I may be informed of?"
No.2119
>>2118"I was simply doing my job, Director, there's no need for such praise. . ."
>The researcher coughs."Although, Director, I would recommend you contact the observatory somehow yourself before the night has ended in Costa Rica - these signals often disappear as suddenly as they appear."
"As such it is vital that we obtain complete telemetry for the signal if we wish to perform further research on it - including location data, which we have not received here yet."
No.2120
>>2119>Giving a slight nod, Ryūsei then states:"Of course, Miss Tanaka. I will contact them as soon as my business allows."
>He then turns around and starts walking towards the door, opening it to leave the office area.
>Once he's back outside of the facility, he then sighs as his expression turns serious. In his mind, he then thinks to himself:{"Suisei, I'm almost certain that the signature involves her, somehow.}"
>After a moment, he then seemingly responds with a mental communication:{"….Yes
. I am certain. Whether it is
her or not - it does involve
her. It involves mother."}
>Ryūsei then looks up at the sky for a moment, seemingly not paying attention to his surroundings. Despite that however, he then disappears in an instant, the fabric of space-time warping around him.
>Conveniently, there are no observers when he does this - despite his lack of scanning. No.2121
>>2120>Location: Costa Rica - Yoshimura Observatory>Time: 11:10 PM [Relative]
>The Central American subsidiary of Yoshimura Corporation houses a large Observatory - which doubles as a research center for Astronomical phenomenon.
>A small ripple in space-time itself appears at the steps of the Observatory, as two figures slowly appear. "You know we could've just walked here."
>Suisei says, partially annoyed as she dusts off her coat. Immediately acclimating to the change in relative temperature and humidity - she then forms her face into a light scowl.
>Ryūsei laughs and gives an earnest smile as he says:"It was the fastest course of action, sister. Though I admit it was perhaps….'theatrical'."
>Rolling her eyes, Suisei instead marches up the steps towards the entrance to the observatory."Just use your key and let us be on with this already. I need to know if it really is mother."
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>Two minutes later, Ryūsei and Suisei have entered the observatory. The large, metallic structure consists of an interweaving maze of plates, pipes and glass frames - comprising the dome and the lower floor. Dozens of computer monitors are places around the main research area - with a large supercomputer at the end of one wall."The staff are likely still on break for now. I suppose we can retrieve the data and establish an uplink ourselves."
>Suisei scoffs once more, replying:"Of
course we can, brother. What manner of scientists are we if we cannot repair a simple signal interference event?"
>Pointing without looking, Suisei then orders Ryūsei:"Begin reestablishing telemetry data. Location, signal frequency. Everything that we're missing. I'll reorient the telescopes based on the incomplete data that we received."
>The two of them then begin attempting to reestablish a connection with the signal data - to send it back to Yoshimura Tokyo HQ. No.2123
>>2122>Ryūsei blinks for a moment before he catches the motion. He then looks at Suisei as he says to her:["You should probably let him know who we are."]
>Sighing, Suisei then speaks in Spanish, stating:["I am Suisei Yoshimura. Chairwoman of Yoshimura Corporation, and the owner of this subsidiary. This is
my property - and you would be wise to stand down."]
>Suisei then walks forward, defiantly, as she begins to move closer towards the moon light draped portion of the research area.
>Ryūsei sighs as he thinks to himself:{"Well, that's one way to use telepathy….."}
No.2125
>>2124>Suisei raises an eyebrow, stating:["….'Highly' dangerous,
how? Are they a known assailant? A Meta-Human?"]
>Ryūsei walks up to Suisei, then turns to speak to the researcher in Spanish as well.["Please forgive Chairwoman Suisei for her demeanor. We were in the area when we were notified of a signal disruption from the facility here. We decided to come to help repair the equipment and resolve the signal discrepancy."]
>Ryūsei then assumes a thinking position with his hand on his chin as he states:["However, if there is an intruder, it would do us best to hide here until the authorities have been notified. So to ask in a manner similar to the Chairwoman….who are they? What is the nature of their capabilities, if you are privy to that information of course."]
>Ryūsei waits for a response from the researcher before them, patiently. No.2126
>>2125"<I'm a astrophysicist, not a Meta-Human expert, so I didn't recognise them. . .>"
>The researcher carefully makes his way across to one of the consoles, typing some things in to bring up an image of a woman shrouding in darkness, with distortions across the aperture of the camera distorting the image, making it look the picture itself has frozen."<That was them, no one here recognised them, but you might? We also believe they have the ability to distort technology somehow, as the archive equipment was reporting temperatures close to absolute zero before it stopped working altogether - which, of course, shouldn't be possible at such a rapid speed without causing thermal spikes elsewhere.>"
No.2127
>>2126>Suisei glares at the image for a moment, narrowing her eyes. She then states:["No recollection of the woman. But if she is capable of technopathy, then she is dangerous indeed."]
>Silent for a moment, Suisei then says:"Brother."
>Ryūsei turns his attention towards his sister as he says:"Yes?"
>Suisei then states:"Time to bring out our little guest."
No.2129
>>2128>Ryūsei stares at the researcher, before stating:["Thank you. I just have one question."]
>Suisei then turns to the researcher and stares him right in the eyes, stating:["….Why did
you choose to remain behind? A lockdown order can be executed remotely - and we take the safety of
all our personnel as a priority for the company."]
>She says, clearly suspicious with her hands crossed on her chest. No.2130
>>2129>The researcher sighs."<I'm an old man with little achievements to my name. . .>"
>As if to prove a point, he takes the gun he had earlier and places it on a desk where the two siblings can clearly see it and take it."<I figured, if I could just save some data, even at the cost of my own life, I'd at least have
something to my name.>"
No.2131
>>2130>Ryūsei sighs as he knows what his sister is going to say in response.
>As if on cue, Suisei looks at the researcher and begins speaking."Self-denigration is unbecoming of anyone in your position. The very fact that you work for Yoshimura is evidence of your contributions to humanity and to society."
>Suisei then sighs herself as she says:"No matter. If the woman is attempting to compromise my property, then I will meet her as such."
>Ryūsei immediately begins to question his sister's decision, as he says:"Would you draw her out directly? Isn't that risky for you, sister?"
>Mentally, Suisei speaks to Ryūsei, stating:{"Have you forgotten what we are, brother? What mother bestowed upon us?"}
{"I have not, sister. However that power is our burden, and our responsibility. It is not our tool. Nor is it our crutch."}
>Irritated, Suisei glares at her brother with a stone cold expression, stating:{"Our
power is ours to do with as we please. If anyone means to intrude on our property, they
will suffer the consequences."}
No.2132
>>2131>The researcher coughs."<Draw them out directly? How would you do that?>"
>He then nervously looks around the room."<And more importantly, wouldn't that be dangerous for you?>"
No.2133
>>2132>Suisei eyes the man from the periphery of her vision as she says:"Concern yourself with your safety as of this moment. Stay here, we will handle the intruder."
>Ryūsei gives a look of surprise at Suisei as he states:"Will we now? Alright then."
>Suisei then stares blankly at her brother in annoyance for a moment - before turning her attention back towards the door at the end of the room. She then says:"Come. We're pursuing her."
>Suisei then walks out of the room, with Ryūsei walking out right behind her. No.2134
>>2133"<I. . .>"
>The researcher stops himself, thinking things over for a second."<. . .understand.>"
>The researcher shouts after the pair quickly before closing the door behind them."<I'm not forensics expert, but there might be some evidence in the archive server room, if the archives have gone offline, that suggests they took them down somehow!>"
>After the door closes, the researcher sighs."<I'm getting too old for this. . .>"
No.2135
>>2134>Looking back at the researcher as he closes the door, Ryūsei nods and waves, stating:["Thank you. We appreciate your assistance. Stay here, where it's safe, for now."]
>Turning back towards Suisei, who has already moved on down the hallway, Ryūsei then speaks in Japanese."It would not hurt to show a little more compassion, sister."
>Not looking at Ryūsei, Suisei instead walks down the corridor, narrowing the next bend as she says:"That
is compassion, brother. If this woman is as dangerous as he insinuated, then we are doing him a favor by keeping him out of harm's way."
>Gesturing before her, she then states:"Now, for the server room. Re-establishing power is required. If not structurally, then manually."
>Ryūsei raises an eyebrow, stating:"….You would do that here? What happened to power and responsibility?"
>Suisei then opens the door to the archival room, stating:"The same statement I made before. Power is
ours to do with as we please. Intruders
will suffer the consequences of their transgressions, with regards to our property."
>Suisei then walks into the server room, with Ryūsei sighing as he walks in after her, stating:"You're just like mother was."
No.2137
>>2136>Looking at each other for a moment, the Yoshimura twins then stop to contemplate the situation before Ryūsei says:"It seems our guest has a knack for cryokinesis."
>Scoffing, Suisei then walks up to the 'ice' spears, stating:"Do you feel a change in ambient temperature?"
"….No."
"Then it is not ice, Ryūsei."
"I would not touch it regardless."
"Obviously not."
>Suisei then looks over at the console panel nearby, seeing the completely black dead screen."Energy siphoning regardless, we should remove it."
>Suisei holds her hand out, as it begins to glow with a bright radiance. The energy of the room immediately begins to change - as the 'ice' begins slowly getting absorbed into her."Whatever it is, if it is energy or matter, we can absorb it all the same."
>After a moment, Suisei hesitates as Ryūsei raises an eyebrow."What is it?"
>Silent for a few seconds, Suisei then finally speaks."It's a vacuum effect. Only matter, but no energy."
>Ryūsei nods in understanding."Then our mystery target is entropically challenged."
No.2139
>>2138>The Yoshimura twins stare at each other for a moment:"I suppose you'll want to examine the light pulse, yes?"
"Is blue your favorite color?"
"Don't get wise with me, Ryūsei."
"Noted."
>Both of the twins then begin examining the 'ice' formation once more. After looking over it for a few moments, Suisei then says:"This is getting us nowhere. I'll remove the ice and restore power to the systems manually."
>Ryūsei looks at Suisei with a skeptical expression on his face."It seems to be an energy vacuum. If you attempt to remove it, who knows what will happen."
"Were you this hesitant when you were talking to Miss Tanaka a few minutes ago?"
>Ryūsei sighs and taps his cheek with his finger."If you are insinuating an attraction to my subordinate - I would remind you of the unprofessional nature of that dynamic."
>Silent for a moment, Ryūsei then says:"Besides, you did not seem to mind doing that with Aiden either."
No.2140
>>2139>Immediately, Suisei's hand glows with a radiant light as she instantly slams her hand down onto the ice. Now generating massive amounts of energy, her supernatural strength manifests itself as she begins ripping away at the ice with her hand."Suisei! Calm down! It was just a joke!"
>Suisei ignores her brother and continues pounding at the ice with more and more energy. As she does so - she creates ripples of energy which begin permeating across the server room."………"
>Sparks of electricity begin to arc from her hands as the computers and monitors of the server room begin to suddenly glow with bright light - seemingly operational again. "Suisei….."
>Ryūsei says as he observes his sister - still standing completely motionless as she lets out a small sigh of exasperation."….I am fine. What of the ice?"
>Ryūsei and Suisei then turn their attention to where the ice was, seeing if anything has changed. No.2142
>>2141>Ryūsei notices the woman first and turns around to watch her."Well, there's our saboteur."
>Suisei then turns around next, looking the woman dead in the eyes. She doesn't say anything - instead staring at her with venomous anger in her eyes."……"
>Looking at Suisei for a moment, Ryūsei then says:"Sister. I would suggest an assessment of the situation before making any rash decisions."
>Suisei then finally speaks, stating:"Tell us who you are, or there
will be consequences."
No.2144
>>2143>Blinking, Ryūsei then states:"…An admirable bit of poetry, but she did not explain much beyond allegory."
>Turning to see his sister's reaction, Ryūsei watches as Suisei charges with energy once more. Although with no visible signature - she immediately recharges the entirety of the research station in an instant.
>As the computers flare to life once more, Suisei then turns to Ryūsei and states:"…..Leave her be. Should she learn her lesson, then there will be no need to press further."
>Still looking at him, she states:"Once the authorities arrive, we will explain the situation and then make our leave."
>Nodding, Ryūsei then sighs as he taps the side of his cheek again, stating:"How did we ever get ourselves into this situation, I wonder…."
No.2146
>>2145>Time: 12:00 AM
>After talking to the local authorities, the Yoshimura Twins finished retrieving the signal data. "We should be getting back soon."
>Ryūsei says, watching as the authorities continue talking to the remaining researchers.
>Suisei looks up at the starry night sky, looking intently at it for a moment."….Suisei, we'll find her. I promise."
>Still staring at the sky intently, Suisei then says to her brother in response:"Never make a woman a promise, when you know that you cannot keep it."
>Ryūsei then displays a small smile on his face as he retorts:"I'll be sure to let Aiden know that."
>Immediately, Suisei's face turns red as she shouts:"I was referring to your statement about finding mother!"
>Laughing, Ryūsei scratches his cheek lightly with his finger, responding:"Yes, I know. I am just happy that I have a means of teasing you now."
>Muttering to herself, Suisei then states:"Back to Tokyo. Come on, you buffoon."
>Suisei places her hand on Ryūsei's shoulder for a moment, making sure that no one is watching them. Then they instantly transport themselves away from Costa Rica - and back towards Tokyo. No.2147
>>2146>In the distance, the woman watches the pair silently, her eyes narrowing as they disappear."As before. . ."
>The woman begins shattering in fractal patterns, disappearing from her vantage point herself."Mind, what have you done. . ."
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>>2146>Date: June 10th, 2017>Location: Yoshimura Institute - Tokyo>Time: 1:15 PM
>Tanaka, the researcher from before, scrambles over a collection of papers as Ryusei and Suisei arrive. Noticing them, she quickly neatens herself up."Director. . . Chairwoman, y-you did not need to visit me again, I was simply collating similar signals to the energy source detected earlier to confirm the details."
>The researcher moves to the computer, typing something in."Although we did not get the complete signal in the data we received here, I assume your presence means that you were able to contact the observatory in Costa Rica?"
No.2148
>>2147>Ryūsei as always puts on a friendly face, waving at Tanaka."Indeed we have, Miss Tanaka. Your assessment was correct - and the facility had certain….obstructions."
>Looking at Suisei, he then states:"However we resolved them, correct?"
>Glaring at her brother, Suisei then says:"Indeed we did."
>Turning her attention back towards Tanaka, Suisei's expression softens, stating."What have you ascertained from the signal analysis so far. Does it still remain as a seventy percent match?"
>Suisei says, clearly intent on getting an answer from the woman. No.2149
>>2148>The researcher turns to the computer again."Thank you director, chairwoman, I had not checked yet, I was simply piecing together what I could fromw hat we had already received, I will check now. . ."
>The researcher works on her computer for a second, then frowns."How. . . odd. . ."
>The researcher turns to Ryusei and Suisei."I must apologise for my incompotence, but it appears that the data from the observatory has no trace of the signal, in fact, there does not appear to be anything at all from the period just before the transmission cut off. . ."
>The researcher goes to turn back to the computer, nearly putting her hands on the keyboard when a shard of ice explodes out of it, destroying the monitor and nearly hitting her before she jumps back, letting out a terrified yelp. No.2150
>>2149>Ryūsei immediately moves to catch Tanaka's chair, not even flinching at the ice shard. His eyes narrow as his expression darkens for the first time in a long time.
>Looking straight at Suisei, he then thinks mentally:{"This game of hers has gone on long enough."}
>Looking at Ryūsei, Suisei then thinks:{"I agree. Get her out of here."}
>Looking down at Tanaka, Ryūsei puts a hand on her shoulder, stating:"Miss Tanaka. I need to get you out of here. Quickly."
>Ryūsei looks back at Suisei, thinking mentally:{"Are you sure
about this, sister?"}
>Suisei then responds to her brother with a psionic message.{"I am. Assuming we were tracked, then I'd rather not have casualties. Set the alarm off as you leave - expedite the evacuation."}
>Ryūsei nods and looks back at Tanaka once more."I need to get you out of here Miss Tanaka. Please."
No.2151
>>2150>The researcher looks at the ice shard for a second, then sheepishly nods."Y-yes director!"
>The researcher moves away from the computer, scrambling for the door, only to be blocked briefly by another ice pattern that narrowly avoids her head, arcing around it in a jagged pattern before splitting in two and heading straight for both Ryusei and Suisei.
>The ice is soon joined by another set of spears, which fire at the pair from as many directions as they can.
>From a reflection in the ice near the researcher, the woman from the observatory appears, jumping out of the ice and carefully touching the researcher on the shoulder, causing her to disappear from the room.
>Standing before the pair, the woman looks them over with stern eyes."Why are you interfering with the humans?"
No.2152
>>2151>Silent, Ryūsei makes a swiping motion with his hand - disintegrating the ice spears with a trail of fire.
>Irate, Ryūsei then shouts out:"Where is Tanaka? What have you done with her?!"
>His face, visibly enraged, now begins to contort into an expression of anger.
>Suisei stares coldly at the woman, stating:"Answer his question, or I ''will' render you non-existent."
No.2153
>>2152>The spears are unaffected by the flames, instead continuing on their paths towards the twins."Young. . . Immature. . . Violent. . ."
>The woman seems unbothered by Suisei's threat of non-existence."A danger to the song. . ."
>The woman moves her hand to her side, a blade of ice forming in it."You must be removed before you can cause more harm."
No.2154
>>2153>Ryūsei and Suisei then begin generating energy around them - enough to rupture the ice spears into brittle dust.
>As they do so, they both look at the woman standing before them, their eyes glowing."I'll ask you again. Where. Is. Tanaka?"
>Ryūsei says, his eyes dead set on the woman before him.
>At the same time, Suisei makes a motion with her hand, creating a large set of energy constructs. Glowing swords hover above her head - almost too many numerous to count as she then says:"Enough. She'll tell us willingly, or by force."
>Suisei then jettisons the army of energy swords at the woman - each of them rapidly converging on her location. No.2155
>>2154"Rudimentary."
>The woman takes a step forward, unfazed as the first of the swords make contact with her, "shattering" into diamond dust as they do."Are there others of your kind on this world? How have you managed to so effectively hide your nature?"
>The woman takes another step forward."What is your purpose here?"
No.2156
>>2155>Ryūsei looks at the woman for a moment, before he then says:"If you're asking if people with abilities like us exist? We're not so sure."
>He says, barely holding back his anger.
>Suisei thinks for a moment before she states:"Would you have us determine our purpose here and now? We exist to find ourselves, as all living beings do."
>She says, crossing her arms. No.2157
>>2156>The woman takes another step closer."This world is practically
awash with Eikonic influence, there are many with abilities that should not be available to humanity. . ."
>The woman stops, closing her eyes for a second.". . .but your answer, while lacking understanding, is truthful, I believe, and as such. . ."
>The woman opens her eyes again, bringing her blade around to point it at the twins."It falls to me, the eighth of His Children, to bring an end to this distruption in the harmony of the song."
No.2158
>>2157>Ryūsei looks on in confusion, stating:"What harmony?
What song?"
>Suisei blinks in confusion as well, saying:"I don't believe we've characterized the situation effectively. What exactly are you? The eight of who?"
No.2160
>>2159>Suddenly, a gloved hand grabs onto the blade from seemingly nowhere, as a figure says:"Uh uh. Not to the gentleman over here."
>Ryūsei looks on in surprise as he sees the figure of Mosaic standing before him."What-"
>Mosaic then lightly gestures with his wrist - flicking the woman backward with a tap. As he does so, he then nods at Suisei, stating:"She was the one who called. Her 'voice' was urgent, so I decided to get here as soon as I could."
>Mosaic looks over to see Suisei crossing her arms. As her face turns red, she then mutters in English:"It was the best option that I could think of in the moment. I wasn't willing to take the risk, otherwise."
>Ryūsei looks back at Mosaic, stating:"….Well thank you, Mosaic. I appreciate the assistance….."
>Mosaic then turns to the woman and asks:"So, who are you? Meta-Human? Supernatural being? What gives?"
No.2161
>>2160>The woman stops almost immediately as the momentum is applied, not heading back nearly as far as she would normally, but still takes a step back under her own volition, assessing the newcomer."You have bought yourself time, star spawn, but I
will correct your abberation in the song. . ."
>The woman throws her blade into the ground, embedding it into the floor."The same applies to you, Mind, you cannot run free forever, brother."
>As she finishes the sentence, the woman begins fading away in a fractal pattern."Beware the capricious nature of these creatures, their removal would have been for the protection of humanity."
>With no further words to add, the woman disappears completely, her blade soon shattering into a cloud of diamond dust. No.2162
>>2161>Looking around for a moment, Mosaic then coughs into his fist as he then says:"Well. Erm. It was nice meeting you again Suisei. You too, Ryūsei."
>Mosaic says as he holds out his arm for Ryūsei to shake it. As he does so, he then wonders:"….Tanaka….We need to get her back."
>Blinking, Mosaic then states:"Oh your subordinate? She's outside of the building. In fact, she should be making her way here right about now."
>Suisei looks at Mosaic for a moment, staring at him intently. Afterwards, she then coughs into her own fist as she says:"….Again, we thank you for your assistance, Mosaic. You are dismissed."
>Sighing, Mosaic then looks back at Suisei and states:"Charming as always, Miss Yoshimura."
>Looking back at Ryūsei, Mosaic then says:"Also, the rocket launch is still ongoing for later this month. I believe it may still be sabotaged - so I'll assist you with security preparations."
>Nodding, Ryūsei looks at Mosaic as he states:"Good. Thank you for the assistance. We'll need it too."
>Sensing Tanaka's arrival, Mosaic then waves at the Yoshimura twins, stating:"See you two later!"
>He then disappears instantly, leaving Ryūsei and Suisei on their own in the office area. No.2163
>>2162>Silent for a moment, Ryūsei then walks towards the entrance of the office area, stating:"I'm going to go check on Miss Tanaka."
>Raising her eyebrow, Suisei then states:"You heard from Mosaic, she is fine. Is she not?"
>Hesitating, Ryūsei then says:"It is not just her physical well-being that is my concern. It is her mental well-being as well. This encounter must have been incredibly traumatic for her. I need to make sure that she is of a sound mind."
>Suisei sighs, crossing her arms as she states:"If she is not, then we will put her on paid leave until her competencies are restored."
>Hesitating before he responds, Ryūsei then says:"…..I will be the judge of that, sister. Not you."
>Narrowing her eyes, Suisei then slowly comes to a realization."….You have developed feelings for this woman? Already?"
>Silent, Suisei then sighs as she states:"…How long?"
>Ryūsei then responds:"….Long enough."
>Ryūsei then leaves the room, as Suisei sighs and states:"….Brothers. Always so predictable in their beliefs."
>Suisei then walks out of the office area, moving after her brother - as they go to check up on their subordinate outside.[The End]