Aoife

I slowed down a bit for him. Because I want off this floor as soon as possible! Don't you? I asked, blinking.

I stood up and looked back at Cleo, then turned my gaze back to Ryu again. Hai! I smiled, spun in a circle, grabbed Ryu's hand and pulled him along as I ran into the dungeon. O-oi! Matte! Cleo ran after us.

I laughed at Zero. Don't mess with a girl's emotions, dude! Especially If they love you! I called out to Zero. You're enjoying this, aren't you? Yes. Yes I am.

He tried hugging me, but missed by tripping over a rock that was hidden in the snow and falling to his knees on the ground. I crouched down next to him then reached over and pulled him into a hug of my own. Daisuki dayo, Ryu-kun.

I grabbed the napkin and rubbed my face, getting the pie and the Zuzu germs off of it. Setting down the napkin, I sent Zuzu a death glare. SERIOUSLY?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!

I looked up at that. I... I'd like that. I blinked then slowly approached him, crossing the blanketed earth while Cleo kept an eye on Dante at the same time as walking after me.

I'm here to clear the dungeon with Cleo. I'm sick of just hanging around here moping. I just want to get away from here, you know?

I was shocked to say the least. Ryu-kun? W-what are you doing out here?

The Eye of Night? That's my guild! Hey! I stepped out of the bushes with Cleo following. You're in my guild?

Aoife? Ew. Aoife. Snap out of it. Ew. Ew. Ew. Ew. Ew. Ew. Ew. I finally came to my senses and shrieked. EEEEEEEEEEEWWWWWWW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I frantically rubbed my hands on my cheek, trying to get off the Zuzu germs. GET IT OFF, GET IT OFF, GET IT OFF, GET IT OFF!!!!!!!!

I finished the measly meal quickly after that. So, do you guys have- A pie in the face interrupted me. My eyes widened. I turned to the kid behind me. You may want to run. He scampered out of the café and down the street, out of sight. I turned back to the boys. Then promptly had a laughing fit aimed at Zauis.

We ran through the snow covered forest silently. Soon after I started to see the dungeon through the trees, Cleo suddenly sneezed. Eww! I smell canine! Really? Out here, I'd only expect wolves. Yeah, but this one is... odd.... We were quickly approaching the dungeon. How so? I'm not sure. Well then, I guess we'll find out, won't we? Yep. Slowing down, we reached the outer edge of a clearing to see a wolf and a spot of black in the white blanketed field.

~Two weeks later.~ I walked on the roof top slowly, holding my arms out for balance while I pretended I was on a balance beam like back.... Home.... I stumbled, almost falling off the roof, but was saved by Cleo. Thank you. No problem. What happened? I'm not sure. I forgot. Wow. I laughed. We were in the last town of the 4th floor, as close to the dungeon as possible, wanting to move on, but something held me in place. Don't ask what it was, 'cause I don't even know for sure. I looked back out over the frozen landscape towards the dungeon. We hadn't joined the group that tried to

They're gonna faint if they quit breathing, they do know that, right? Yeah, I think so. Or, they should at least. The wind kicked up blowing snow around. Cleo and I looked up at the grey sky. Oh, I hope it doesn't snow. Yeah....

Cleo and I exchanged a look. Turning around, I walked back over to the nearest building and scaled a trellis with dead flowers. I sat on the roof, my legs dangling off the edge and Cleo sitting next to me. And, now it begins. Ha.

Isn't that called incest? Yes. Yes it is. These two are an odd bunch. Agreed. Well, uh, sure? I... guess.... This'll sure be interesting. Indeed it will. So.... Siren, Zero. What're the bets on, exactly?

I rounded the corner on the 4th floor, halting as I saw two familiar faces from boss battles. But in a very awkward position. Umm.... Awkwaaaard~.... You said it. What's going on here?! I have no clue.... Cleo and I sweatdropped. Hey, um, what's going on here?

You're lucky to get off so easily. I just hope this scar won't be there when we get back. Oh! And is it true that Daddy died, not Mum? That question had been bugging me for awhile.

Yeah! It's fun! Though, being stabbed in the neck isn't all that they make it out to be. I said sarcastically. I turned my head to the right to look out the window, which gave him a lovely view of the ugly scar that marred my skin.

Onii-chan.... I noticed the attempt to hide tears, but it didn't work for me. I know that look well enough. Onii-chan, they deserved it. You kill for good reasons! I just know it! And It's not like I want to become an orange player, but it happens quite frequently in my line of business.

I blinked, surprised at the question. Look, I don't care if you're an orange player or not. Same with Zuzukins. I really don't care what you are, or what you've done. You two are still my brothers. I hunt pker guilds, not pkers. Besides, I might be joining you in Orange-land soon.

Yeah, I don't know where he went. I sipped my tea.

It's okay! Come on! I grabbed his hand and dragged him back to the diner. Funny how I'm smaller than everyone, yet can drag them around like little ragdolls. I giggled softly at the thought.

My eyes widened. Onii-chan! Be right back. I'll bring onii-chan in. I shot out of my seat, jumping over Cleo, and ran towards the diners' door. Yanking it open, I ran over to Night. Onii-chan! I waved.

I turned to Zuzu, seeing him smile. I slightly smiled then looked out the window, still searching for onii-chan. You're welcome....