A-Ah...do you really think so? [ She didn't think they would suit her at all, but hearing Sonia say otherwise makes her rethink her opinion. ] I guess I could try one on when we go shopping...b-but yeah! We can definitely visit Hinata-san's business!
[ She giggles a bit when Sonia suddenly grabs her hands, gently squeezing them with an enthusiastic nod. ]
Actually, I think you're the first to tell me that...but I feel the same way around you! [ Sonia is so sweet and cheerful that it makes Komaru glad that she has another chance to speak to her again, and this time, they can spend time together more! ] I look forward to it, too! I do work, but we can go shopping on one of my days off. And after that, we can hang out on those days as well if you ever want to do anything else.
Then I shall now think of you as Hizumi-san the 'Dashing Rogue'!
[COOLEST PERSON EVER!! It felt as though she was swooning over him with each passing second.]
In all honesty, I think it's a much cooler title anyway.
[She always did have a weakness for the dark and mysterious tropes, anyhow. Once they arrived at the HQ, Sonia does her best not to get in Hizumi's way since he had a much better handle ont the thief, she also kept a watchful eye to make sure he didn't try anything funny, even if she knew that there was no way he would be able to get away. At the sight of the two youngsters, some enforcers are alarmed when they noticed the powers being used to subdue the thief. ]
We just had a dreadful encounter with a thief. I'm rather new to this world, but I assume that you all will be able to take it from here?
Ah, England! I've been there several times, myself. That's quite impressive that he's an earl that helps the royal family over there. It is truly a marvelous country.
[Luckily, she doesn't catch on to only part of the question being answered, she just assumed that he was from England, as well. Truly a naive princess.]
That's wonderful that he is here too! If possible, it would be such an honor in of itself to meet him, much less be hosted by him! I absolutely can't wait.
How exciting! I will be hoping for this day to happen. I'm honored I might even get to be the first to meet him. It will make my heart soar to see you close bros reunite once again.
[Suddenly, in almost an instant, something dawns on Sonia and her eyes immediately grow wide at the realization. A loud gasp escapes from her lips.]
Ishimaru-san, I feel so ashamed! I... completely forgot about looking for that thief we were searching for. [She nervously gulps and looks at him with worried eyes, hoping he didn't think any less of her.] I had so much fun chatting with you, that it slipped from my mind.
But I do not regret talking to you like this! In fact, I enjoyed it.
[Komaru's hand squeezing her's makes her heart want to burst from joy!]
Is that so? Then I feel honored to be the first to tell you that. Because it's totally true! Being around you makes me feel like I'm radiating with happiness. [There is also a little glow surrounding her, literally.] That's a good plan! Whenever you feel like it on one of your days off, just... give me a poke, I suppose! [She's still not quite sure how communication works around here.] If you don't mind me asking, where is it you work at?
[That got her to thinking, maybe she should find a job for herself!]
[It’s so refreshing to know someone who Gets It. He may no longer be the devil, but he still rather likes the ~*dark and mysterious*~ past himself – and given how much of his aesthetic still involves the colors black and red along with details like bat wings and such… He’s definitely still owning the look.
But then the enforcers come along looking rather concerned and ah, we can’t have that. His expression becomes somewhat apologetic.]
When I heard this young miss calling out for this man to stop, I jumped in to help – but considerin’ he’d been runnin’, I didn’t really trust him to stick around if I gave him the chance, you know? Seemed like the best idea was to bring him to you guys. It’d be really bad if other newcomers ended up bein’ victims of thefts right when they just got here.
[Somewhat mollified by his quieter, almost gentle demeanor, they nod and move to help restrain the man, leaving Hizumi free to move as he likes once more. He celebrates this by planting his hands on his hips proudly.]
And that settles that! Not the greatest welcome to this place, but hopefully you’ll find it isn’t all bad.
[The look of concern causes Sonia to immediately become worried. She's getting ready to step in and say her piece, but Hizumi was able to handle it.]
Yes! Hizumi-san helped me in retrieving my money that the thief stole from me. If it wasn't for him, I would have been out of luck. With that, he also prevented the thief from making any more robberies onto poor unsuspecting victims!
[Okay. Maybe she just wanted an excuse to brag about Hizumi to the enforcers. He deserved all of that praise! He was able to prevent her from yakety saxing into forever with the thief. She would have not been able to buy any lunch for herself.
The notion of him proudly putting his hands on his hips causes her to giggle and in return, she politely does a quick curtsy. ]
Thank you so much for the kind welcome! Even if it wasn't the greatest first experience into this place, I'm really happy that I met you because of it. I'm sure I'll come to like this place! [She pauses.] If possible, would you do me the honor of joining me for lunch or dinner one day? I want to repay you for retriving my money back for me!
[Ishimaru looks just as mortified about this as her. H-how could he have forgotten about justice?! He doesn't deserve to be on the public morals committee after this!]
What are we doing, just spending idle time with chit-chat?! As enjoyable as it has been, we can't forget about that conniving criminal!
Come, Nevermind-san, as we search for that thief! No more talking, get those feet moving!
[And now that he's not keeping his emotions down with despair, the sparkles are out in full force. It is now even more obvious he is absolutely soaking up all the praise.]
Of course, of course! It'll probably take a bit to settle, but my schedule's pretty free once you have the time!
[...And the money. It can be a struggle, getting established.]
I shall inform my master, then, and contact you with the details as soon as possible, if that is acceptable. [Anyway, Sebastian will need to do some investigations before letting a stranger into the young master's home. How likely is Sonia to carry hidden weapons, for example? Just the necessary precautions, you know.]
But I see - so England is known to you. [Well. Some things seem to stay the same between worlds.] Then I deeply apologise for explaining matters needlessly. It is forward of me, of course, but may I ask what brought you to England?
Yes, you are absolutely right! We have criminals to apprehend and bring to justice!! The most important thing right now is to clear your good name and prevent anyone else from falling victim to another crime!
[Sonia still feels bad about getting so caught up in their conversation but after hearing listening to him, it doesn't take long for her to immediately cheer up. Even if they just recently met, there was something about him that always made her feel determined whenever she was around him.]
Right-O, Ishimaru-san! I shall move my feet three times as fast to make up for my previous blunder. Let us bring justice to this place once and for all.
[It will be okay!! It's only a voice shouting in her head. Definitely not anything to worry about, nope.]
That's so nice! I am willing to bet that you are one of the most friendliest waitresses there. I'll have to visit The Hearth one day, then. I was wondering if there any good places to eat and seeing you there will give me even more reason to visit!
[Such radiating sparkles! Sonia is beaming as well from the sight of watching Hizumi in such a glow. Sparkles were even beginning to shine around her from the fleeting happiness she was feeling.]
Wonderful! I shall remember that, then. Once I managed to get settled in, I'll be sure to take out for lunch or dinner one day, I promise!
[Finding a way to make money was going to be another task in itself, but this gave her all the more reason to find a job.]
Once again, thank you so much Hizumi-san! I suppose I will bid you farewell, I hate to take up more of your time.
Of course! That is perfectly acceptable. Thank you for taking the time to schedule a get together.
[She was pretty excited to meet his master and see what kind of person he was. Such precautions are always needed! Especially when you look at her canon]
It is fine! Our worlds could be vastly different. [It was something that she was slowly starting to learn after running into so various of people here.] I don't mind sharing at all. Although I am afraid to admit, it wasn't for anything special! I was merely traveling. Just typical meeting of royal families.
There is no need to thank me for simply doing my job, ma'am, [he comments mildly.]
Ah, but when royal families are concerned, the mere act of meeting can carry great importance, can it not? It is somewhat presumptuous of a butler to speak thus, but I hope you found Her Majesty in good health. [It's a deliberate assumption, talking as if this other version of England has a queen. If Sonia has met AU!Queen Victoria, that would be a good thing to be aware of.]
[ooc: Sorry for the late reply! I told Ciel's player about this thread, and she'd be interested in making a log of this meeting, if you're up for it?]
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