2 ❧ ran to a tower where the church bells chime; I hoped that they would clear my mind

[headedforhope]

[ A | Home (briefly), Mayfield Public Library, Malt Shop, John Doe Park, Cosplay Cafe; Jacques' Roller Rink; Mami wakes up far earlier than she needs to on a Sunday. But then, it's not Mother's Day everyday, and right now she can't stand being inside the house longer than is absolutely necessary. All it will do is remind her of her own home, the

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[politerudeness]

[ At the Cosplay Cafe- Japan is standing at the entrance today, too, looking all business-like in his nice suit. Well, mostly. There is something strangely distracted in his expression and he looks vaguely tense. He's trying to act completley normal, though- but when he sees a young girl coming up to the cafe, he automatically bows. Very, very deeply. More so than normal. ]

W-welcome! I sincerely hope you will enjoy yourself here- i-if there is anything I can do, please do not hesitate to ask! I will be of any assistance possible!

[headedforhope]

[She curtsies in return; wrapped up as she in her own secret worries, Mami doesn't really notice Japan's vaguely-off demeanor.]

Ah, I'm sure I will have a wonderful time- I always seem to, after all! Oh, you're Mr. Japan, right? I've seen you around this place quite often, but I don't think we've ever actually talked before.

[politerudeness]

Ah, that is correct. That would be me. Then, it is a pleasure to meet you- um...

[headedforhope]

Mami Tomoe, and the pleasure's all mine. You know Miss Taiwan, don't you?

[politerudeness]

That's right as well. It could be said that Taiwan-san is my younger sister. Ah- forgive me for asking if this seems to intrusive, but I simply wish to make sure- is it possible that Tomoe-san is Japanese?

[headedforhope]

[NO SHE'S BRITISH, GET IT RIGHT!!]

Mm, don't worry about something like that- I am!

[politerudeness]

[ OH...... ]

In that case, then people know that as my citizen, one of my priorities will be Tomoe-san's safety and well-being. If there is any way for me to he of assistance- if there is anything I am needed for- please do not hesitate to come to me at any time.

[headedforhope]

Your citi-? [ahhh that..."i am a country" thing she doesn't believe in, yes.] Oh, that's right, Miss Taiwan had mentioned that particular....detail.

[politerudeness]

I'm glad there is no need for too many explanations, then.

[headedforhope]

I must honestly say that I can't quite believe much of it, but you both seem like very nice people- so I suppose it's all right.

[politerudeness]

Ah, that's alright. It must be difficult to get used to such things, so I do not blame Tomoe-san.

[headedforhope]

Thank you for understanding, Japan-san.

[shhh pretend she used the honorific earlier, it auto-translates pretty much the same anyway right!!]

And I'm glad that I don't seem to have offended you.

[politerudeness]

[ shakes head ] To offend me is impossible at this point...! Ah, that aside- is there anything I can do for Tomoe-san?

[headedforhope]

Impossible? Ah, that's a very kind claim...

[she curtsies]

Other than enjoying myself at this fine establishment, I don't want to impose on you.

[politerudeness]

Not at all! If there is any way that I can be of use, I will make sure to do so without fail!

[headedforhope]

Hmm....in that case, take it easy today, and don't work yourself too hard! It's too nice a day for that, I think.

[little does she know]