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1 | Route 29 -> Cherrygrove

[The feed begins with a normal sight: a pokémon tinkering with the pokégear. It's a ledyba, which is strange considering how cold the weather has been these last few ~~weeks~~ days. Stranger still are its surroundings. No warm rooms for this little buggy, it's exploring the great outdoors! ...A bug-type? Wandering in the snowy outdoors? Without its trainer? From the lopsided view of the camera, the ledyba seems only steps outside of Cherrygrove City. It continues wandering until it comes towards the city's entrance.]

Ledyba. [The small pokémon hurries towards the voice and calls back with its own name. From its position on the ground, only so much of the world around it can be seen. The lower half of a young boy approaches it, his steps lithe even in thick snow. From the waist up he cannot be seen but a smile can still be heard in his voice.] Ledyba. What are you doing here?

[The pokémon and its camera hobble towards the boy, only to meet with a swift kick of his boot. The camera spirals backward and the ledyba with it.] I said go back to the old man! Get out of here, stupid!

[The boy doesn't kick it again. He kneels down beside it, his face easily seen now. He seems almost remorseful, as he reaches down to touch the ledyba. He picks up the pokémon by two of its limbs and stands up.] You know I don't like doing things like this, ledyba, but if you don't become stronger how am I supposed to have you follow me? You couldn't even fight against that rat. Maybe you're no better than bait. Is that it, ladybird?

[Ledyba shakes its head which entices a laugh from its trainer. Satisfied, Alois starts to walk back towards the city only to stop in his tracks. The pokégear was directly underfoot. With a smile, he picks it up and shuts off the feed.]

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[He doesn't look at first, after hearing her initial words. Hearing another 'lecture' was not something he looked forward to. However knowing it was a girl's voice, he had certain obligations to answer back (not that he cared). He looks to his gear to answer, only to be struck silent.]

Ciel Phantomhive...? [First Lizzie, then Sebastian and now Ciel? Johto, why so- ...wait a moment. ...That was the girl who spoke.] I apologize. Seems I am mistaken. [Smile goes here]

[She pauses, surprised herself, and tilts her head] No, I'm not him, though we're a lot alike. [not just in looks; it's soemthing she's realized herself so it's easy to admit] But I travel with him. You come from his world?

[it's said carefully, because she's not sure she can believe anyone who goes around kicking innocent pokemon could be a friend of Ciel's.]

[Hello new best friend.] I can see that now. Ciel wouldn't bother to chide me for hurting an insect. He's more fond of taking them from me.

[His smile hardens as he remembers their bout. Though it seemed so long ago, he could still feel the pain it caused-- and the evening after.] If you're traveling with him, that must mean Sebastian can't be far behind.

[She's not sure what to say to that] Taking things...?

[That expression makes Chrome frown a little, but she seems to relax] Yes, Sebastian-san travels with us. We're just staying in Violet City for now, but Sebastian-san...takes care of us.

[And she blushes, because it's kind of embarrassing.]

Ah... My name is Chrome. Chrome Dokuro.

[He laughs. Though it's meant to ease the tension, it only increases it.] Yes, many things that do not belong to him.

[He enjoys letting others talk. They reveal so much with only a little encouragement.] Really? I'd love see him again. How far is Violet City from here?

Hello, Lady Chrome. You can call me Alois Trancy.

For example...? [Her expression goes guarded again, expression similar to Ciel when he's assessing some potential threat.]

It takes about a week, walking. You might make it in time for the Valentine's Day festival if you can get here by the weekend.

[But she bows her head lightly, respectful and polite] Pleased to meet you, Alois-san.

[That's the sort of expression from Ciel he's used to seeing. He laughs again as his lips curl into a smile.] We don't need to say that now.

Hm. ...Then I look forward to seeing you in a week's time! Maybe by then I'll have something for you as thanks for taking care of Sebastian's precious master~.

[Chrome breaths deeply, calmly to stop herself from getting too nervous. But she keeps her voice polite and calm.] Alright.

...I look forward to it too. [NOT REALLY.

But she blushes brightly, surprised] O-oh, no, you don't have to... You don't have to waste money or time on me.

That's good to hear, Lady Chrome~. [My, it was easy to make this girl blush~.]

But it'll be my pleasure, lady. After all, what's a bloke supposed to do to thank you? [HE CAN THINK OF THREE OTHER THINGS A GIRL COULD DO TO THANK A GUY~.]

I-I don't need material things. Y-you should use your money towards yourself...

[AND WHAT WOULD THOSE BE ALOIS? HMMM?]

Besides... I don't need to be thanked. I like being friends with Ciel-san. It's not...something to be thanked for...

Alois Trancy, is it? It's about time I learned your name.

You'd be wise not to attempt to thank her, boy.

[What an (un)pleasant surprise.]

Sebastian~! So you've remembered me? Or have you cheated instead?

And why not? The young lady seems nice enough. Though, I'm not sure yet if she's as nice as dearest Lizzie~.

I've told you, we're not formally acquainted. However, if you're not bright enough to stay away from Miss Chrome and Lady Elizabeth as well as my young master, you will become quickly acquainted with the most unpleasant parts of me.

[Laughing and laughing and laughing and laughing and--]

We are quite well acquainted, Sebastian~, as I've already told you. I've no interest in that lady or the other-- only in your precious master.

[smiiiiiiiile] Is that a threat, Sebastian? That sort of language doesn't suit you at all! A demon wouldn't fight with words.

And I've told you that he's none of your business. Should I catch you in the same city with us, I'll be fighting with much more than words.

You would have to run fast to catch me, Sebastian.

[Having to stand against Sebastian without Claude was thrilling in its own way. ...He would rather Claude back at his side, but only after he had completed his goals.]

What would you fight with? Dining utensils?

Do you doubt that I could kill you with a dining utensil, boy? You claim to know me, so you should know at least this.

[ As he speaks, however, an Ariados crawls up over the back of the chair in which he sits. It examines the camera closely and makes a clicking noise. ]

Not at all~. It's a weapon "fitting of butler of the Phantomhive name" or whatever nonsense you prattle on about.

[It takes him a moment to notice the spider pokémon, but when he does he stares and holds his breath.] ...Who else is with you?

[There was no possible way that Sebastian would have a spider with him willingly. From the shadows, it seemed to similar to one he knew.]

... ...Claude?

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Sebastian-san...? [She watches him carefully, eyes searching his face for a clue of what this is all about]

Miss Chrome. [ He smiles, but it doesn't reach his eyes. ] I would advise that you refrain from further contact with this boy. He's highly suspect.

[There's a part of her that wants to remind him that she's the Mist Guardian of the Vongola Family, and despite being the same age as Ciel, she's more than capable of handling herself.

However, she says nothing, the only thing giving her away is her frown]

... I'll watch myself, but I won't be rude. I should watch him too then, if this is for Ciel's sake you're keeping an eye on him.

Ciel is hardly your responsibility. [ He says it firmly, almost sharply. A beat, then: ] However, it would be prudent of you to watch this Trancy boy closely, regardless.

[the tone catches her off guard, and that clearly shows. She adopts that straight-faced "Ciel" expression, unamused.] He's my friend and I care about him and I'll do what I have to to make sure he's safe, regardless of what it is I have to do.

...I'm not a child. [it's said a bit quieter and her expression softens]

I'll watch him, of course.

[ There's a pause before he can school his expression into something with softer edges. After a moment, he dips his head. ]

My apologies, Miss Chrome. ... I understand that you are quite capable of looking after yourself. I simply wish you would understand that you don't need to.

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[video] sebastian u mad

[video] stop that, lmao