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[Kaoru's sitting on a bench outside, sketchbook in hand, watching some of the students go by. Once in awhile he'll wink at one of the passing girls who look his way, or stop for a moment to doodle something. He mumbles to himself quietly.]

Hm... commoners clothes really are quite boring, aren't they?

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[paulowniaceae]

What an eccentric character... [LOL MITSURU SO NOT ONE TO TALK]

There's no need to be so rude; They are still your classmates, after all.

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[HE'S NOT ECCENTRIC, HE'S JUST A REDHEAD.]

[blinks] I didn't think I was being rude; I was just making an observation. [TOO USED TO BE RUDE ON PURPOSE, but genuinely doesn't think he's being rude]

[paulowniaceae]

Irregardless, most people don't appreciate being labeled as "commoners", so you will come off as being rude to them.

I assume you belong to a prestigious family?

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Do you know something better? Saying 'poor' usually doesn't go over well, from my experience.

Mhm! We're the Hitachiins. My mother's a famous fashion designer; Yuzuha? Maybe you've heard of her? That's why I'm here, actually. I'm trying to figure out what kind of fashion we could make and sell to the, ah... [fidgets slightly, trying to think of a better word] less fortunate?

[paulowniaceae]

Why not simply treat them as your equals? You may be surprised at how well that works out.

Hitachiin... Ah, yes, I do believe I've heard of your mother; One of my father's business associates is especially fond of her designs. I'm Mitsuru Kirijou, by the way, it's a pleasure to make your acquaintance.

I'm just curious; what series is Mitsuru from?

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Well, I do try, usually. It's just hard to... well, say they're on equal terms when I'm talking about making clothes for them, do you understand what I'm trying to say?

[beams a little] Oh good, I'm glad! Ah, I'm Kaoru. [nods a little] It's nice to meet you, Mitsuru. [thinks about her last name] Kirijou... what business is your family in?

Persona 3. :D

[paulowniaceae]

Think of it as a gesture of friendship, perhaps? That will make things easier.

My father is the CEO of Kirijou Co.; We own a variety of commercial industries around the island, mostly shopping centres.

Oh~ I haven't played it. I haven't gotten through 4 yet. XD

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[nods, because he does agree with that; he wants to make people happy with their clothes]

Oh, that's your family? The layout of the mall is very nice; your father really knows what he's doing. Are you going to be involved in the business later? When my mother and I get this off the ground, maybe our families can work together! I'm looking for models for our show eventually too; you're more than welcome to join in, if you'd like. They are a lot of fun. [smiles]