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[not_heavens_adam]

[Johnny appears in the screen, just as near-shirtless as ever, but he looks a little down and his tone lacks that lilt and tease it usually carries. He's sitting on a bed, and the figure under the covers behind him shows it's not his own. Before he gets a chance to speak, Minea shows up and jumps into his lap, pawing at him with worry.]

There's....something wrong with Toki. I haven't been able to get him to wake up....but he seems normal.

I....don't really know if this is just something he does... [Not like they had talked about Toki's past at all. Didn't have to.]

Someone who knows humans better...is this normal? I didn't think it was, but...


[Any one who's good at reading subtle signs in a facial expression will know that he's a lot more worried than he's making out to be.]

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[nightknighted.livejournal.com]

[Again, surprise crosses his face.]

...I won't bother you with that. Besides, I have Minea.

[He indicates the cat in his lap who turns to the screen to look at Jacob, curiously.]

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[nos-servabit.livejournal.com]

It's fine. You don't bother me with anything. Besides, it's not like I have much else to do...

But if you say so. If you ever change your mind, I'm right here.

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[nightknighted.livejournal.com]

Well...I...I mean..I wouldn't mind the company. I just don't know how entertaining I would be for you.

Minea would like to meet you, though.

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[nos-servabit.livejournal.com]

That's okay. I don't need to get entertained by anything. All I want is for you to feel better about this.

[A smile.] He would? How nice. I'd like to meet him too.

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[nightknighted.livejournal.com]

[Ignoring that part about himself~]

Minea's a girl. She came with me from home and she likes to meet new people.

Do you want to come here, or meet somewhere?

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[nos-servabit.livejournal.com]

Ah, really? I'm sorry, I didn't realize.

I'll come over there. That way you'll still be able to keep an eye on your friend.

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[nightknighted.livejournal.com]

No problem~ She's not offended.

...Thank you, Jacob.

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[nos-servabit.livejournal.com]

No problem, Johnny.

[And in several minutes, there is a knock on the door.]

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[nightknighted.livejournal.com]

[He opens the door, a large, fluffy, cat (http://5.p.s.mfcdn.net/store/manga/4010/03-009.0/compressed/vassalordmar07.jpg) in his arms.]

Hi, there~ Come in, make yourself at home~

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[nos-servabit.livejournal.com]

[He smiles as he makes his way in.] Thank you.

[And he looks around the place, nodding appreciatively.] You have a nice place. I like it.

[nightknighted.livejournal.com]

Thank you, I'm glad you like it. Some people might consider it a bit showy, but I think it's cozy.

[He set Minea down and watched as she walked into the kitchen.]

Do you want anything to eat or drink? We have just about everything since Toki likes to eat.

[nos-servabit.livejournal.com]

If it's what you like, then nobody should judge it.

[He looks as Mineas walks away, then turns his attention back on Johnny.]

Tea would be good, thank you.

[nightknighted.livejournal.com]

[His smile turns wistful and he gestures to the couches, taking one himself.]

Then Minea will get that. Sit, if you'd like.

That sea creature on the barrier...have you had a run in with it?

[His way of checking on your well-being]

[nos-servabit.livejournal.com]

[He sits down, olding one leg over the other as he stares at Johnny, that half-smile never leaving his face.]

I've been alright. I've been keeping out of danger and helping others do the same, so I have not been attacked.

What about you? I trust you're alright?

[nightknighted.livejournal.com]

I had a run-in, but no lasting damage~ I'm glad you're all right.

[A young woman (http://l-userpic.livejournal.com/94361999/23574814) comes out of the kitchen with wine in one hand and tea in the other. She hands the wine to Johnny and offers the tea to Jacob.]

Thank you, Minea~

[nos-servabit.livejournal.com]

That's good. I'd hate to see you hurt.

[Jacob looks up at the woman. He doesn't look surprised- he's seen weirder things-but there is a questioning look in his eye as he looks back at Johnny.]

...I thought Minea was a cat. Is she a woman too?

[nightknighted.livejournal.com]

[He's a little thrown off by Jacob's statement, but recovers with the distraction of Minea who flashes a small smile at Jacob.]

She's a cat, but she can turn into a young woman, so, I suppose she's a little of both. She often runs errands for me and keeps the house clean. Back home she used to be a sort of secretary as well, but I have no need for that sort of thing here.

[nos-servabit.livejournal.com]

Ah, I see.

[Back home people turn into smoke monsters. This is no big deal.]

Minea, thank you. You're very nice.

[nightknighted.livejournal.com]

[She bows and murmurs a quick 'thank you' with a smile before returning to Johnny's side. A quick puff of smoke and she's back to being a cat in his lap.]

She's very sweet, though, she has her edginess as well.

[nos-servabit.livejournal.com]

I see. But don't we all, sometimes?

[He blows on his tea to cool it and takes a sip before speaking.] Are you sure you're going to be alright, Johnny? With your friend in a deep sleep like this, I mean.

[nightknighted.livejournal.com]

[He sips at his wine and begins to absentmindedly pet Minea, not quite meeting Jacob's eyes.]

Of course~! It's nothing special for this place, I'm sure Toki'll be fine.

[nos-servabit.livejournal.com]

Yes, he'll be fine. But what about you?

[He cocks his head slightly, like a curious bird.] Have you got anyone else here?

[nightknighted.livejournal.com]

Well...I don't know what you mean by 'got', but I have a 'friend' who I haven't seen in a while. Of course, I have Minea~

[nos-servabit.livejournal.com]

Really? Who is this "friend"? And I'm glad you have her...it's good to have some company.

[nightknighted.livejournal.com]

His name's Izaya. He's an interesting human and fun to talk to.