scene 44

[charmedillusion]

Right, so...nothing is given without a disadvantage, and it's not like I used this all that much, anyway. Besides, we get them back, don't we?If there's anyone else in the mirror world who thinks ocean fishing is a great idea, either say something right now, or don't say it at all

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[foxy_physician]

Mmm . . .

What did you not use all that much, Sarah-san?

[charmedillusion]

My sense of touch. That's not too, too important...

[foxy_physician]

That's what you're trading to get into the other City, Sarah-san?

[charmedillusion]

Yes...it's worth it, though. Someone I care about very much is over there.

Mitsuhide is home now, isn't he? He's all right?

[foxy_physician]

. . . I understand. I . . . I would do the same.

I'm just glad that the senses are returned to those who choose to go to the other City once they return here.

Yes, he is. He's alright, thank God. He's home with me now.

Are you going with someone to the "mirror" City, Sarah-san?

[charmedillusion]

I know you would, without a second thought. I'd like to be more like you.

I don't know if you've met the Doctor, but he's...well. He told me once I reminded him of his daughter, and I think I've seen him like the adopted dad I never had ever since.

Oh, they are? That's good to know. Although...hmm.

Thank goodness. Make him rest by force if you need to.

I am, yes - I'm with Rose. Unfortunately, she lost something a little more important than the ability to feel...

[foxy_physician]

Oh, Sarah-san. You are too kind. I have committed crimes in my life that I would not wish upon others . . . Though I am doing my best to atone for them, as a doctor saving lives . . .

I see . . . then you must have a very special bond. Being close to your father or to a father figure is a wonderful thing.

Mmm. They are. Mitsuhide's sense of smell was returned to him. Yes, I am making sure to make him rest. He needs it.

What did she trade for access to the other City?

[charmedillusion]

No, not really. Just truthful.

I still miss my father...but having him in my life does help. A lot.

Was he able to do what he needed in the other City? You didn't lose anyone to the mirror world, did you?

She lost her ability to speak. She's currently finding creative ways to make up for it, but I know it's hard for her.

[foxy_physician]

Thank you, Sarah-san.

I understand. I am glad that you have such a person with you in the City, then. Mmm . . . I do miss my father too. I know that he, my mother, and my brothers would have welcomed Mitsuhide with open arms.

Yes, Mitsuhide was. Mmm . . . a friend of mine, Ken-san, is still there . . . another friend of mine has volunteered to try to retrieve him. I hope that they both return soon.

Speak? That is difficult . . . thankfully it will be restored once she returns. Are you two both going to help the same person, or does she have another person in mind as well?

[charmedillusion]

You're welcome, but I really should be thanking you.

Maybe they'll be able to meet him, even just once. It's possible to travel there and back again. I've heard of people doing that here - haven't they?

I hope so, too. I don't know why this entire ordeal has lasted as long as it has...

Oh, no, she and I are both trying to help the Doctor. He is her beloved.

[foxy_physician]

Please, no thanks is necessary, Sarah-san. I am just glad that we are friends.

Well . . . my family have passed on to the next life . . . but . . . I know that they are happy, and I know that they are happy for me.

I am used to the curses only being a day long . . . admittedly, this makes me worry, though Setsuna-san did point out that nothing terribly wrong has occurred in the other City, and that I shouldn't worry so much. Still, it cannot be helped.

Oh, I see. I wish you both luck. It is good that the two of you will have each other as company there. I hope that you both find him soon.

[charmedillusion]

Okay...that's fair. I'm glad for that, too.

Oh, Megumi...I'm sorry. I'm so sorry. They are happy for you, for both of you. And since those feelings keep us closer, people aren't ever really gone...

I guess it really can't be. We'll just have to wait and see.

Thank you. We're going to be back very soon, I hope. With your wedding less than a week away, there's still so much to do, and I don't want to miss any of it!

[foxy_physician]

Mmm!

Ah, that is alright, Sarah-san. Yes, I know that they remain watching over me, guiding me, and Mitsuhide too.

I am certain that you will return soon, and safely, just as Mitsuhide did. Just please be careful, nonetheless. Mmm, and yes, it is less than a week away! There is much to look forward to, so I hope that this will be resolved soon.

[charmedillusion]

I will be very careful, I promise.

Only five more days - you must be so excited! Is everything for the reception covered? Has everyone turned in their RSVP yet?

I think our shopping trip was wonderfully successful...the pieces we picked out are gorgeous, and you're going to be gorgeous in them.

[foxy_physician]

Good, Sarah-san.

Oh, yes, I am! We're still arranging a few more things--we still have to decide on the cake, and pick up our attire, but everything is right on schedule. And yes, as far as I know, I have spoken to everyone who will attend. Mitsuhide and I are really looking forward to it! And I'm really looking forward to seeing you there, Sarah-san!

Absolutely, Sarah-san! Thank you for the help! What we found was both elegant and beautiful.

[charmedillusion]

Everything's coming together so perfectly. It feels like time is flying by and this is all happening so quickly!

I can't wait - I'm definitely going to be there! I won't be bringing anyone with me after all...but I wouldn't miss it for the world.

Of course - it was fun! And rendering someone speechless is always fun, too.