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[flamescout]

[Seems Raye's recovered from her injuries. She's not relying on a crutch anymore, her complexion is healthy, and she's even slightly breathless from chasing down a litterbug and beating him over the head with her broom. That'll teach him to toss his empty soda can on the temple grounds! ...But right, business.]

Hey, everyone. My name is Raye. Some of you know me, some don't. If you're new, feel free to ask me questions about this place. I'll answer what I can, but I don't know everything, so don't get rude if I can't tell you exactly what you want to know.

[She folds her arms in warning, halfway to a frown. But then she smiles and relaxes.]

It's a little late in the season, but the temple grounds are now open to the public. I thought it'd be fun to have a cherry viewing party. Bring a blanket, a picnic lunch, and your friends. The weather should be good on Sunday, so that's when we'll have it. See you then!

[Private to Jaune]

Hey. Sorry I've been quiet for so long. I've been...a lot more irritable than usual, and I didn't want to blow up at you for something dumb. How've you been?

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[celestial_wizard]

Oh wow, I have't been to a cherry viewing party in... a really long time! I'll be there! [ And with her friends no doubt! ]

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[flamescout]

You have them in your world too? That's kinda neat.

[She knows their places of origin are pretty different, so it's nice to have something in common.]

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[celestial_wizard]

Yeah!

Although the one in the city I was living in was a little bit different. It was a Rainbow Sakura - it really looked beautiful when it was in full bloom.

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[flamescout]

It sure sounds pretty. I'm afraid these are just the ordinary cherry trees out here. Nothing wrong with the classics!

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[celestial_wizard]

I wish you could see them - but ordinary cherry trees are just as pretty! A lot of people might take the classics for granted, just because they've been treated to something more different.

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[flamescout]

Guess I've always been a traditionalist.

[She hitches her shoulders.]

Sorry I missed out on your party, by the way.

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[ukidokiotaku]

A cherry viewing party~! Oh then it must mean spring is in the air. [She looks quite giddy at the moment.] Maybe I should go and try the commoners way of viewing them.

[Because where she was from they were quite different.]

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[flamescout]

Commoners...

[Oy. Well she says it innocently enough, but it still makes Raye's brow twitch in irritation.]

Well, anyone is welcome.

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[ukidokiotaku]

[She is sadly not use to doing things like everyone else.]

Will you be as kind as to tell me where exactly the temple is? I mean I haven't been here for long so I don't really know my way.

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[flamescout]

It's on the corner of Thistle and 8th Street. Can't miss it.

You're new, huh? I'm Raye Hino, nice to meet you.

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[ukidokiotaku]

Corner of Thistle and 8th Street got it. [She just ask around when she gets the chance to.]

I am. Just arrived not too long ago. I'm Renge Houshakuji. it's a pleasure.

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[flamescout]

[The family name doesn't ring a bell, but Raye's not surprised. They're probably from different worlds entirely.]

How long ago was that? Did you find a place to live?

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[frostheartedrose]

It has been a long time since I've had the chance for one of those. But it would be rather rude to assume too much... I tend to be active after the sun sets, is that going to be an imposition?

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[flamescout]

I don't know how many people will still be around after sunset, so I can't say one way or the other. But I'll leave the lanterns lit.

[Kind of hard to see cherry blossoms in the dark, though.]

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[frostheartedrose]

That's fine with me since there's less noise.

[Human eyes are just so limited!]

[short_n_sweet]

[Hearing Raye's voice, Jaune noticeably perked up from where he was at his desk at the little sheriff shack in Everglade. He'd been awful busy keeping things together since Harry seems to have taken some kind of hiatus, and it's been running him ragged. He doesn't look too worse for wear - a little hungry, maybe.]

After what you went through, I can't say I blame you! [He said as he picked up his phone.] Man, after that whole thing happened with the giant? everything's just been falling apart. I was a little worried for a bit there... You sure you're alright?

[flamescout]

[He's a sight for sore eyes, that's for sure. Subtly she relaxes the set of her shoulders and smiles.]

Sure I'm sure, don't worry about it. What about you, still hanging in there?

[What's been falling apart? WHO DOES SHE NEED TO YELL AT?]

[short_n_sweet]

[Jaune can't help but smile when she smiles. As for her question, Jaune sits up a little bit straighter.] Oh, yeah, I've been fine. [Sure, Harry was MIA and he was left taking care of a city literally full of monsters and the like, but he was fine! He'd insist, even, that he's fine. No need to make Raye worry!]

Do you want me to swing by once I can get away from here?

[flamescout]

I was thinking maybe I'd visit you for a change. Why don't I bring you lunch?

[She's been around Serena long enough to start recognizing signs of hunger. Besides, she wants to get a look at the Everglade situation for herself. Multitasking!]

[short_n_sweet]

Visit... me? [He looks up and around the old shack. God it's a mess, just a disaster!] Uh... uh... Yeah! [He smiles!] No, yeah, that sounds... great! I'll be totally happy to see you and stuff!

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[roamsaimlessly]

[Ever wonder where Ryoga went after his run in with Ukyo? We did too.

The eternal lost boy had roamed for days, and days, and days until he finally came back around to a part of the town that still wasn't familiar to him. By his exterior, one could guess he traveled non-stop as he was thoroughly exhausted and practically gasping for air.]

I'm- I'm here!

[This is Japan right? It looked like Japan.]

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[flamescout]

[Raye really shouldn't be surprised by anything at this point, but she wasn't exactly expecting a ragged and exhausted wanderer to drag himself onto the shrine's grounds. She comes around the corner, holding a pail of water she just got from the pump so she can scrub down the wooden planks that lead to the shrine doors.]

[And there's a Ryoga.]

[She blinks, her brow furrowed in a mix of confusion and concern. He looks completely worn out.]

Can I help you?

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[roamsaimlessly]

Y-yes!

[Still gathering his breath, give him a second.]

Am I in Japan?

[He's going to rest his palms on his knees for now. It'll take all of a couple minutes for him to catch his breath.]

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[flamescout]

No, I'm afraid not.

[Raye shakes her head, regarding the young man with increased curiosity.]

That's where I'm from, though. Nice to meet someone else from the same place. ...Do you want some water?

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[roamsaimlessly]

W-wait a minute...you're from Japan too?

[Someone outside the group of people he already knew. It wasn't particularly comforting since apparently this was still Genessia.]

[And the water.] If it's not too much trouble.