<Nocturnal Harmonia>

[Bloodedge]

Miko explained her views of sunset, blaming the movement of people and the potential distractions for her distaste in wandering during daytime. "Sou. I was thinking of the light sensitivity because you said daylight," he admitted of a minor misunderstanding. "But you live in Tokyo. Nighttime is busy as shit in the city. What, do you just go through the boonies after dark? That's how rape happens," he asserted. Moving on from that, Miko gave a speech about human concern. She did have a point. Kaguya took an invitation to help them through a life-or-death situation. Though there was the obvious desire to help Miko, he supposed it would be logical for some amount of care to be sent his way. She did, after all, sign herself up to be the first of his Shadow Concubines. There was also Doctor Takemi, who wasn't called upon at all during the last rotation when she normally should have expected to be. Yugi took a long moment to think before coming up with a response ─ one that involved his phone being brought out. "It could easily still be a you thing in Shinomiya's case. I'll concede to a maybe. For Sensei... I guess she'd be worried about anyone. And we do have a partnership thing going," he said, all while delivering a text to Tae. It read: Quest done. Debriefed Kaichou. Catch up later?

Miyuki's approach occurred as Miko clung to Yugi's side, sharing words Yugi couldn't agree more with. "He's trying to get on my fucking nerves. Looking at him now, though... he might be a better tanker than Dickhead. If he becomes a problem in the future, Iron might get a big brother," he grumbled. As for whether Miyuki believed his drunkenness was reason for not understanding the Players' upgraded looks... he didn't think it would be an issue. "Guy like him? He won't really let it show either way. Definitely no point in sharing information with him. I'll take the lead," he said as Miyuki finally made his way over, meeting the pair a bit before the middle point due to his more frantic pace. "There you are! I've been looking for you two all day! Are you alright? There's been a lockdown; civilians aren't allowed out!" Miyuki rambled, stopping only as Yugi held up a hand. "Urusai. Obviously we're fine. We hopped from one place to another, and I clapped cheeks all night and day," Yugi claimed, much to Miyuki's discomfort. "Gh! Shh! Are you really comfortable admitting to..." Miyuki paused there, getting a good look at both Players. Miko was notably thicker than he remembered, but alcohol did a lot to one's senses. Her boyfriend definitely didn't have those freaky eyes, though. "Did you two... go to the mall? Are those contacts, or have you awakened?" the blonde asked. "How about we just get back to the house?"

[Apollymi]

Yugi was one who noted important things. When Miko was speaking of her dislike of travel during day time hours, he'd made the assumption that she had a light sensitivity issue. She did but she'd gotten better at managing that. "Hm, I do have one of those, something about pupil reactivity, but that is more for unnatural light. That's why there are dimmers all over the house... I get that weird shock stillness thing if it suddenly becomes bright," Miko admitted. She should likely be careful of anything with a potential flashbang type of attack but that was simply something to log away for later. As for the nature of wandering around in the dark in the boonies. "Well, isn't like I do it alone or anything. I've been taking small steps to move around a bit more normally usually with one of my older friends," Miko gave that information easily knowing that it would make a bit of sense. Beyond that point, it seemed he processed her mention of human concern decently well. He still wasn't willing to completely put up the idea that Kaguya might have cared a bit more deeply than she let on, but he did at least acknowledge the nature of his relationship with Takemi Tae. "Hai hai... I'll take care of a quick warning for Kaya and Renny too!~" Miko claimed. A quick message sent to Kaguya, 'OOWB ₍₍⚞(˶˃ ᵕ ˂˶)⚟⁾⁾ Don't freak out when you see us （´ ˘｀ ）Will explain the rest later ( ˶ˆᗜˆ˵ )" That one was sent to Kaguya.

While Amamiya Ren received a different one. "We made it out ✧(..◜ᴗ◝..) Thanks for the help (づ*ᴗ͈ˬᴗ͈)づ♡ Meet up later? (⸝⸝> ᴗ•⸝⸝)" Those two sets of messages were sent while another was popping up for Takemi Tae, but it would take her a minute to construct a message. Which was apparently fine as the pair were being rapidly approached by Shirogane Miyuki. Miko had words to share about that man and apparently Yugi, did too. His suggestion for a future where that man didn't prove himself to be particularly useful. "It might end up being a necessity depending on his actions, but... you know how it is, give people enough rope, while they swing or hang themselves?" Miko couldn't help but wonder. "Yes, Daddy♪~" she chirped her agreement to him taking the lead. She wasn't really surprised when he chose oversharing over information, and she could go along with it, because in several senses that was rather true. "You really didn't have to worry, Shirogane-san♪~" Miko chimed in cute as she would be, seeming to be blushing at the same time but williing to leave most of it alone. Kaguya received her text and wouldn't bother with a text back while she tried to school her own features. No matter what, everything was fine and that was good to know. At the same time, one Takemi Tae would be sending back a message. "Good to know. I assume you're both alright. Let me know when you want to swing by, clinic or apartment, doesn't matter." Was delivered, his own message hit with a thumbs up.

[Bloodedge]

Yugi didn't need to be told about Miko's light sensitivity. He'd made that assumption for a reason. "I know you do. The dimmest rooms in the house are also your room, and the room with your piano in it. Your mom's too into books, and your dad doesn't have the kind of glasses someone with light sensitivity would wear if they had the money to avoid it ─ which he does. You're the only link left," he chattered. With that, Yugi sent his text to Tae while Miko sent one to Kaguya ─ and another to Ren, who was presently a little too preoccupied to check it. Once the people of actual interest were addressed, it was time to deal with... Shirogane Miyuki.

Miyuki's concern was essentially brushed-off by both Players. Yugi didn't seem to have any desire to speak at length presently, but at least Miko had a more normal reaction... albeit a blushing one that Miyuki would definitely read too much into. 'Is that because of what he said, or...?' he thought. Whatever the reason for that expression, Miyuki nodded to the dark-haired male. "Right. Let's get you two back inside before someone from the Association sees you," he said, turning and gesturing for the pair to follow along. Home was only right around the corner, so they'd be there in a jiffy. Just before they stepped through the front door, Yugi had to check his phone again. He replied: We're both good. Gonna be at a nearby onsen for a few days. House call?

[Apollymi]

Yugi's observational skills were never in question. That being said, there was something about the use of them to learn some random small detail that put a strange feeling in Miko's heart. He didn't need to figure out that she was the on in the house with a light sensitivity. It wasn't even something any but her closest friends ever realized she smiled. "Of course you realized... still arigatou♪~" Miko chirped swaying in and gently nudging the lad. A little closeness was nothing to worry about. And both of them had sent out text to preferential partners. Whenever Ren got around to checking that message, he'd also have a few others to go along with it. Picutres, of Miko in her bunny get up. In the wedding dress that kind of thing. Nothing too lewd but everything with the promise of a more thorough explanation later. Ah but a cute couples moment couldn't be held for very long...

Shirogane Miyuki was an odd man out in this case. He wasn't bad, but his worries and the things he hid, were greatly misplaced from one moment to another. Miko knew her face was prone to blushing, she was a reactionary thing. She saw the extra look the processing time working over his face that he couldn't hide. 'Sou ka, I didn't know that had a legitimate look to it,' Miko thought absently wondering if that was why people always knew what she was thinking. He was willing to usher them towards the house, under the guise of keeping them out of the eye of Hunter Association. If only he knew how far under the eye of the association they actually were, for good reasons. "Hai♪!~" Miko said following along she'd look to Yugi and casually roll her eyes, she suddenly felt like maybe Miyuki's route wasn't going to be too difficult. She'd gained a lot more understanding of people since she saw them last. Before they made it fully into the house another text was being sent out, Miko would be slipping in while Kaguya began moving around in the house. "Tadaima♪~" Miko chirped as Kaguya slid into sight, "Okaerinasai♥~ Did you get distracted and wander off again?~" she asked Miko in that jokingly light tone, while her eyes shifted over the girl's visage quickly. "Hai, you know me so well♪~" Miko sang happily slipping out of her shoes and walking in... only just remembering as Kaguya reached out to hold her shirt down that she couldn't just strip upon entry here anymore. And also shifted to Miyuki. "I could make a house call. Check back in with me and let me know where you are~" Tae agreeded without hesitation. She might as well check in on her new favorite patients after their most recent issues.

[Bloodedge]

Miko's gratitude was something Yugi considered unnecessary, but he had nothing to say about it. Keeping even closer was no bother to him as well ─ especially as he had easy access to grabbing the girl's ass while they dealt with his personal annoyance: Shirogane Miyuki. Onward to the house they went after a few bothersome moments of conversation. By the time they were inside, Yugi casually kicked off his shoes and picked that phone up again. 'Ho? Doc's really opening up~' he thought. At the same time, Yugi noticed Kaguya holding Miko's shirt in place as the brunette went for an instinctual stripping. Yugi could see what was happening, and thought to have a bit of fun with it while Miyuki walked out ahead, just out of earshot. "Wrong direction. Both should be going up~" he said ever so casually about both of their tops.

In a matter of moments, Miyuki was flopping into his chair, mental exhaustion and the remnants of yesterday's hangover taking their toll. "Whew! That was so worrisome. I take responsibility. As the Hunter here, I should have been more alert to let you two know it wasn't safe to go out. I'm glad everything turned out well, but you should be careful!" Miyuki announced from the sitting room. "Uh-huh," Yugi said while sending his next reply to Tae. You'll be the first to know, the message said. "So, are we ready to go now? I could use that onsen trip," he said aloud, prompting Miyuki to check his phone. "Hmm, let's see. This lockdown was longer than they usually are, but the streets were fine all day. It's really weird. But it looks like..."

[Apollymi]

Yugi may not have wanted or needed Miko's gratitude, but the girl would still be offering it when it felt right. Even if he didn't realize when his oddities were cute or romantic, she did and she'd appreciate him for the more genuine showings he offered her. Even as they walked along behind Miyuki, she made sure to wiggle that bottom of hers against his hand. It could be said that Miko enjoyed the more physical aspects of their relationship and there was nothing wrong with affection meant only for the person receiving it. By the time they entered the house, Miyuki had gone straight in, removing his shoes and going to flop in his chair. Miko and Kaguya were still at the front with Yugi, with Kaguya holding Miko's shirt down to remind her not to strip completely. "Right, gomen, it's really hard to break as a habit," Miko murmured softly. Only to hear Yugi cheering them on. She looked to Kaguya and Kaguya looked to her. The dark haired girl's eyes shifted slightly and upon noting how far away Miyuki had actually gone, both girls would be raising their tops and bouncing their chests at the lad still by the door. "Goddamn that's unfair~" Kaguya commented absently after putting her own breast away. Miko would do one more bounce before putting hers away too.

Soon enough they'd be headed for the living room with the lad inside none the wiser to their activities. "You really didn't have to worry so much, Shirogane-san. And don't beat yourself up over it, we didn't know and even if we did it might not have stopped us~" Miko added knowing full well the kind of things she'd been going for weren't going to be stopped for any reason. "I'm always careful, no need to worry♪~" Miko said. "Miyuki~ I told you she's prone to that kind of wandering~" Kaguya added as she flopped on one end of the couch tucking her legs up under her person. Yugi wasn't interested in dealing with the worrying of someone else, the onsen was where everyone was ready to go. It would seem that Miyuki was checking his phone when a certain notificaiton would pop up. The current two lockdowns have been lifted. Citizens can return to their homes and normal daily activities. The Japanese Hunter Association thanks you for your cooperation during this emergency. And that was all. A lift happened and daily life could return to normal.

Ah, but it wasn't quite there just yet. A girl with greenish blonde and blue hair was making her approach to this same house. She'd taken a car and had it pulled up outside, a driver still inside waiting for her as she stopped at the house. In her hands a strange notebook and a Black Card and on her face a rather hopeful smile. She'd gotten a message from a certain individual that someone they were looking for was back. And though he couldn't make it back she'd been sent to confirm the existence of that person and make sure they could take care of themselves in the absence of their parents. A quick knock would leave the lass standing outside, waiting for the new owners to answer the door.

[Bloodedge]

Yugi was due for some pleasantries ─ four, to be exact. His little joking correction about the proper direction of tops had both Kaguya and Miko lifting theirs, bouncing about briefly. Of course Kaguya spoke to a lack of fairness regarding Miko's chest, but Yugi had an interjection to offer. "Is it? You're still ahead," he commented, having a very simple way of telling whose breasts were more sizeable at the moment. Whatever the case, they would all soon be making their way to the living room. Miyuki had of course seated himself already, with Kaguya soon to follow in the way she seemed most comfortable on the couch. Yugi remained out of Miyuki's view for personal reasons, including the fact that he felt like being a little devious. How devious? Only enough to activate Bloodlust with Kaguya as his target.

Meanwhile, Miyuki was checking for updates from the Hunters Association. What he found after a moment of looking was an alert to all Hunters that the lockdowns, plural, were over. "There were more than one? There must have been another Dungeon Break in a nearby area. This is really getting out of hand," he said while rubbing one temple. "Yes, the lockdown is over! We can get ready to..."

Just then, there was a knock on the door. Miyuki had never sprung up so quickly in his life. So many thoughts were rushing through his head. They were followed. Someone had seen him, a Hunter, wandering around with two civilians during a lockdown! Kaguya's friend and her boyfriend were going to be arrested! He had to do something! "HAI! I'LL GET IT!" said a Miyuki who was already rushing toward the front door to open it. "IRASSHAIMASE!"

[Apollymi]

Both girls would be seen soon after a gentle teasing, showing off their tits for no reason at all. Kaguya called this situation unfair, but there was a reason for that. Even though she was currently out ahead in the proverbial race, she also already knew the truth. "Yeah, I'm out ahead, but I'm also basically done growing already. This one is only going to get worse~" Kaguya decided. Well, all was fair in love and war, and Miko was without question going to get better with time, she didn't envy the girl at all and knew she'd be just as great with big boobs to go along with that dumpling of a bottom she had going on. Soon enough they group would be back in the living room, mostly sitting around. And Kaguya got a moment to think about her actions, she was engaged, in her 'love nest'. She likely shouldn't have been flashing another man just because he asked. It felt so natural to do though, to go along with his whims to be hanging side by side with her bestie. 'Am I a terrible person?' Kaguya wondered about herself. Miko settled in for a few moments beside Kaguya if only to keep the lass from being alone. Yugi settling outside of Miyuki's eye sight would lead to the lad activating Bloodlust, and as such having Kaguya instantly get horny and an odd attack boost. Kaguya shifted slightly in her seat.

Miyuki was just finding out information that the Players already had as they'd been involved in everything. The lockdown was over, and they could get going, Miko was excited and would utter thusly, "Yay! SKINSHIP♪~" a big bath was just what she needed after the last two days of her life and she'd be sparing no one her oddities as she enjoyed herself. But soon Miyuki was getting up to answer the door in a panic, Miko was listening from where she sat while Kaguya was looking over both of them her eyes drawn back to Yugi. 'You two have so much fucking explaining to do♥~" Kaguya uttered.

Meanwhile, that front door would open and there would be a tall girl outside. She had an atheltic build, but still slim and womanly features. She had her hair in an odd bun style and had bright yellow green and blue hairs. She was dressed a bit like a punk but she held a friendly visage, mostly. She came face to face with, a blonde male she'd never seen before, assuming he was the boyfriend of the girl that had been met upon a certain other man's visit to this place. "Hi~ I'm sorry to bother you. I just happen to be looking for someone who might be here. Small girl, big innocent face, brunette about this tall..." she said holding up a hand to the space under her chest. "Maybe a bit neurotic? She's adorable though, is she here?" the young woman wondered. All the while, Miko was soon getting up and wandering over to the door, legitimate excitement dancing in her eyes. "I know that voice♪~" she chirped softly. Well, she was going to go take a look.

[Bloodedge]

According to Kaguya, Miko would continue to get 'worse' while she was at the end of her growth cycle. Yugi shrugged. "I wouldn't be too sure about that. The way the System's been looking lately, we're beta testers with limited access passes we can hand out to the rest of you. If you want more, there's probably a way to get it... maybe whether you want it or not," he rambled with his own theories in mind. Nothing else would come from Yugi while they all relocated to the living room, bar his use of Bloodlust against Kaguya. When the door was knocked upon, he did nothing more than shift his gaze in its direction. It would be Miyuki who ran to it in a panic.

The blonde jerked the door open and gave his greeting, stiff as a board while he did so. The young woman he saw was immediately recognizable as someone with fame irrespective of her status as a Hunter, but someone who belonged to one of few guilds with no firm national affiliation as well. "Senjumaru Shutara?!" he exclaimed right away. Beyond the surprise, things would only get worse. She was looking for someone. Brown hair, big innocent face, short of stature and likely found at this location... The person she sought was obvious. Miyuki hesitated for precisely one second before slamming the door in that woman's face. He did so only to hear Miko's recognition announced. It seemed to be a happy response, so... slowly, he opened the door again, laughing nervously. "Sumimasen... I uhh..." Miyuki didn't know what to say. Ah, but his lack of presence for the moment left Yugi alone with Kaguya during Miko's approach. He knew some things to say with that bit of privacy. "There's a lot to explain. Does any of it involve getting a better look at the new dick? 'Cause I can handle that right now, easy."

[Apollymi]

Yugi's musings had him assuming that Miko might not outgrow her friend. Instead he spoke of potential updates to her form which could come from the System as well. "Really, I mean, obviously not stressed about it or anything~" Kaguya said. And she wasn't, it wasn't like she was in need of male attention or anything like that, but knowing that she wasn't completely locked out of anything was also great. Still a relocation to the living room was occurring and everyone was soon seated and ready to discuss plans, only a minor interruption would occur. A knock at the door, answered by Miyuki who was stiffer than he needed to be.

That sort of thing was noticed by the girl at the door, who was identified as Senjumaru Shutara. "Yeah, that's me," she said seeming not to be too pressed about of bit of recognition anyway. As Miko walked up she uttered something just softly, "30 seconds incoming," that was for Yugi, knowing that he liked to abuse these little windows. Soon enough, Kaguya and Yugi were left alone for just a moment while something happened at the door. "You got a new one♥?~ Wasn't the old one enough already. Well show me so I can get the shock outta my system♥~" Surely it couldn't be too much crazier than that A-rank Assassin's was right? She shouldn't be so interested but here she was, going down the rabbit hole again. At the same time, Senjumaru Shutara had a door slammed in her face, that was odd, she managed to look a bit surprised by that reaction. If the girl she was looking for was in this house and it wasn't opening up, there would be hell to pay if the right phone call was made. Luckily the door reopened a moment later with a sheepish apology. "Protecting her?" she finished the sentence. "No biggie..." she said aiming to step forward and into the house as she looked down at the brunette with wide eyes. "Shu-nee you shouldn't describe me as neurotic to other people," Miko said her face puffing into a pout, but for Shutara only relief and shock managed to be mixed together. "Wait wait wait, when your granny said you guys bloom she meant that shit. What the hell have they been feeding you?!" she exclaimed as she pulled the girl into a hug and casually kicked the door shut behind her as she always did when entering this house. Miko's face shifted and her eyes widened as she tried not to give the first answer that popped into her head about what she'd been eating, 'Don't say dick. Don't say dick, don't say dick.' became a quiet mantra, but such habits were easily noticed by someone like Shutara who knew the girl quite well.