kingofgamecorner | 11th Piece // Ecruteak City // Action/Text

[-the strangest alarm clock he'd ever heard... He didn't remember setting any at all. Perhaps it was in the room next door? Jounouchi's, or... Anzu's? Either way... It did sound kind of familiar. Like an animal call-

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Maaaaa!

[Rolling slightly, Yuugi struggles confused against a soft weight on his legs. It bounces off fast enough- a little puff of yellow he spots as he opens his eyes. It takes a second, but the quick sight eventually registers, making him sit bolt upright in bed.

Just in time for his Growlithe to let out a bark and tackle his lap, licking his face before Yuugi can stop gawking.]

I-Isami?! What are you- How did- Okay, okay!

[But his attempts to stop him are half-hearted, and he's hugging the small dog to him as he looks up, only to spot his Togetic over head, and Natu bouncing up his sheets.]

You too?! So, then- I'm the one that moved, right?

[It certainly didn't look like his room on the ship, after all. And it might have been a long time - on his end - but he still vaguely recognizes the center decor around him. Except... He's beginning to think it's been a good while since he was last here, too. Because when he looks around for his Mareep Bakuto - expecting to find she was the source of yellow he saw before - he finds her, plus some.

Some four baby Mareep scrambling all around the floor around his bed, with a tiny Vulpix trying to climb up into the wind, to boot.

As such, anyone is welcome to hear all the poké-racket and come investigate, but everyone is getting this message!]

Last thing I remember here, I was making a message on the network...

Can anyone tell me when that was?

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...I wish I could laugh and call that a joke.

But I'll need to do something. I can't leave half of them in storage all the time.

[Or all, as he'll likely have to before they leave, but he hasn't "caught" them yet...

Still, he goes to grab the remaining crew, ending up with a Growlithe at his heel, Togetic at his shoulder, and Natu nestled in his hair.]

You don't think there's a ranch or something right in town... right? The closest I know is the Breeding Centre.

--you know, it's funny you say that. I met someone interested in opening a ranch not long after arriving here.

[Are you going to let him pick you up, little Vulpix, without snapping or blowing fire at him?]

It's anyone's guess whether they're still around, or made headway. But isn't that a great idea?

...seriously?

[What are the details Malik IS IT MAREEP HEAVEN? Because he would like that.]

I hope that turns out to be something... But if nothing else, I can ask around for other advice. There's still lots of other breeders here.

[People to meet, things to see, games to play and wow, that little fox pup is fast to jump to Malik... Odd, isn't it? But maybe the look he shoots Daddy says it all.

He knows who you snub!]

[He was kind of distracted by catching Smoochum that day! But it did sound like quite the nice idea. He'd had every intention of using it for ill.]

That there are - so somebody's got to have hit upon a solution.

Though I'd be willing to take a few on, for walks and training and such, if you needed. Long as they didn't chew wires at work.

[Malik will luxuriously pet this baby Vulpix. He knows who Daddy snubs, too. So hah.]

I hope so- I don't know if there's other Mareep breeders here or not, though. I might have to find a solution all my own.

[Which he's not trying to shirk from, and looking pretty at ease at the challenge.

Still, he grins back at the offer as he walks.]

Thanks, I'll keep that in mind... But it looks like it's the fox that's taken with you.

This? This is spite.

[A nervous grin; he hefts the Vulpix.]

I can't flatter myself to quite that degree....

[He holds the baby carefully, though.]

...it's - nice to have you back, by the way.

-well it's bonding either way...

[Still, would Malik want a second Vulpix, if it's not being sincere? Maybe he better wait and see who else the kid likes. (Right now he seems to just like climbing shirts.)

But he looks up from Malik's chest to strike a small grin. Again, if he's sincere or not.]

I feel the same way. I'm happy I get another chance here- Plus I'll get to see you longer.

Ah.....yeah.

[He smiles broadly and holds a door open for the small herd as it progresses.]

All sorts of people called in to wish you well.

They did? Wow... I better put out a message soon to say I'm okay.

[Sure the text probably helped with that, but he should still show he's back on his feet already.

But, thinking of Malik answering said calls reminds him.]

Did you get to look around Ecruteak at least, while I was out?

[Half a shrug.]

Enough. I stuck close to look after things.

Perhaps you owe me for babysitting.

[This smile means he's kidding.]

Watching them now, and taking some mareep sometimes? How do I repay that?

[Because he certainly wants to repay the help buuut perhaps he should suggest eggs before Malik hits him up, huh?]

[He shrugs.]

Don't worry about it. Though, how are you as a cook?

[Guess who has probably burnt the bottoms of all Bakura's nice kitchen appliances. :/]

...ah- Don't know. Mom always cooks at home, and I just ate out here.

[What's the matter, Malik? Not satisfied with burgers and fries?]

[What, you mean "meat" and "grease"? ~~NO WONDER YOU'RE SHORT~~ He prides himself on being a bit more discerning than that!]

...I have a similar issue.

Perhaps we should take up the practice together.

[And he'll save the idea that you might actually pay him back if he asked for something else, something larger....]

It can't hurt [-more than it would otherwise.] And I bet it will go better that way.

-and if I plan to go out on my own, I need to learn anyways!

Then it's agreed, once we get back.

Until then, the road awaits.

[And he rests this Vulpix against his shoulder. Travel: something he can actually talk about in sincere enthusiasm.]

Right! I guess it's time for more traveling after all.

[And with that and a baby Vulpix rummaging among Malik's hair, Yuugi leaves the room, entourage in tow, ready for the road!

...and the group out in the hall is in need of being properly "caught" and then stored in the PC system to keep them from having to keep up with the boys and Yuugi will need to pick who's actually walking with him and he'll have to pack up and probably get some things from the mart BUT THEN.

Road.

Yes.]

[And now you know what it's like to be him, Mutou Yuugi. So many irons in the fire.

Oh, wait. No you don't. You have no idea. You could never possibly imagine. Not you, with your friends. With your simple life and your idiotic behavior.

He looks forward to attempting to evoke the feeling, however. Someday.

But for now, travel awaits.]

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