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[He recognized the voice at the other line as the young woman that helped me when he was seeking information. Although, he does admit, she sounds different compare to the previous time they spoke. Even so, he will concentrate on responding to her questions first.]

The city was plague with another disaster. Luckily, it was not an attack to the city as the previous times. It would seem it was an attack no one expected -- we were attacked by demons known as the "Gentlemen".

They cast a mute spell over the city. No one was able to create any type of noise of any kind. The "Gentlemen" stole six hearts. They killed six different individuals by stealing their hearts from them. The bodies did not disappear as they usually do. [But.] I do believe they were able to return once the seven boxes were broken. The screams of their victims killed them.

[And he is done explaining over the matter. Wow. That was a short explanation.]

I take it you went to the trip to the other city. How was it, if I may ask? It would seem as though your voice sounds different. Are you feeling well?

[She's been checking on him since the attack, why would now be any different? Get used to it.]

How are you feeling, RSSSA?

Ah, Lady in Blue...?

[Well, that voice definitely won his attention as he did not expect to hear from her again. Soushi will definitely be caught off guard. What is getting used to kindness?]

I-It... [Trying to shake his surprise away as he finds his more formal side again.] It is a pleasure to hear from you again. I do hope you are doing well. You and your wonderful family. You must be most ecstatic to have your clever thieves return.

[As for her question, he will try to answer as best as he can as he is uncertain over the whole situation of it.] I am doing well. I feel better than the previous time I was able to see you. [His formality will slightly drop as he does admit.] ...thank you very much for having saved my life. You are...most thoughtful and kind to have done so. I am forever in your debt... [Soushi, that isn't what she was asking for.]

[Better get used to it now because this is going to be a thing from now on. Clearly someone needs to take care of him.]

I'm fine. [More than those who died or him.] And I am, but I'm far more glad that you're doing well.

[The last time she saw him, she was elbow deep in his blood. Anything is better than that.] It's what anyone should have done. Though I still stand by what I said. Do you remember or should I repeat it.

[Being in someone's debt isn't exactly a new thing, and it has come in handy in the past so she doesn't comment on it.]

[He would protest if he could, but did not have the heart to do so. She was too much like Ayame except more genuine in comparison.]

...your concern is most appreciated. Thank you. I promise to remain as such, and look after myself as best as I can. [Because he had a feeling if he didn't, then she would lecture him. Or she would pop up more often and that would make him feel even worse. Maybe he should try by not avoiding his apartment so much...

[At her declaration over the matter, he will offer a soft chuckle as he found the situation amusing. She really was protective and honest with her emotions. It reminded him of a word that was on the tip of his tongue.] Everyone is not as adamant and courageous as you are. For anyone to risk their own life for a mere stranger, only someone with a pure heart would have done so. [And he does mean that.] ...it is impossible to forget your words from earlier, no one has ever spoken them to me before. It is best not to repeat them or else I could end up admiring you as much as I do for Ririchiyo-sama. [All said in a teasing matter, of course.]

You best or I'll take it upon myself to look after you. [And she would. There are a lot of people she likes but not so many that she would actually take care of.]

[Saving someone's life tends to do that to a person.]

I had no intention of dying that night. [The way she says it sounds as if she means it.] Good, remember that next time as well. [Sternly. But then she softens.] If you do I'll have to change your name.

Understood. [Don't worry, Miss. Tardis, he understands and will keep his promise as best as he can.

However, even when the Tardis had no intention to do so, he felt a little protective of her as much as she was to him. He didn't wish to see her get hurt or try to sacrifice herself for him again.] ...I'm only relieved you had not arrived a minute before they did... [He will grow quiet for a moment.] Who knows what would have happen otherwise. [Even though it didn't happen, it filled him with concern all the same.] ...do you still have the flare gun and fireworks I gave to you? [The ones he gave her in return for the tea (which the mun will definitely have Soushi give to her in the other log).

Then at the reminder, Soushi will continue to feel as much amusement as before until he heard the last part. Another name? He couldn't help feel curious over the matter. After all, the only other nickname he was ever given was "Sou-tan", and it is one that he did not like especially when he considers that was the same nickname from his past life cycle.] What would you change it to if it were to happen? [Because he rather likes the one she gave him back at Vanaheim.]

Good. [She seems satisfied with that for the time being.]

If I had, you wouldn't have had the opportunity to be foolish and I'd have less reason to be a bit cross with you. [Honestly, what is it with people who just let themselves die when they don't have to.] I do. Do you want them back? [Because that seems to be the logical way this conversation can go.]

It would become RSATSSA. [Yep, she really is saying it as a word instead of individual letters.]

[If this were a video transmission, Soushi would offer her a slight pout or frown at her. Instead he will use his tone of voice to offer his disapproval over her being there.]

...if it were the case, I would have been the one to feel slightly displeased with you. To risk your life for a mere stranger. [Even if.] You did it with good intentions. I would never forgive myself if the Gentlemen had decided to change their target from me to you. [After all.] No one should sacrifice their life for a life as worthless as my own especially one as ugly.

[In a way, he was glad the Tardis did arrive a minute late than early because he would not have wanted to see her die without him having his abilities from back home. He was too used to demons fearing him as much as they did back in his world. His tone will change to a softer one as he points out.]

No. Keep them with you. Use them in a emergency or if you need me for anything -- the sound and light should be enough to catch my attention.

[Then at the pronunciation of the word which will have Soushi trying to mentally spell it. How was she able to do that? She was interesting. Her way of thinking and using logic was an interesting mix with her personality type which he will be writing down in a notebook somewhere.]

...it might be best to call me as... [Give him a second to copy her now.] RSSSA instead of... [No, really. How did she pronounce the other one?] the latter.

[Yeaaah pouts and frowns don't work on her most of the time. Especially when it's over something serious like this.]

RSSSA, I am far older than you. Probably by thousands of years. To me you are a child. If I can give my life for someone with so much to live for then that is my choice to make, not yours. [Dying is something she's done before and she always trusts the Doctor to fix things.]

If you insist. [For both the items and the name choice.]

[....well, the lecturing will have Soushi silent for a while, a good while as he is trying to find the best way to respond without saying too much about himself or expressing too much emotion. There has to be something he can say to debunk her words. Anything.]

You may be older and wiser, you may have seen so much in your life, and you may even know the fate of the universe due to your capabilities. [But.] Do you or do you not still have a single life to live? Can you promise me you will return after sacrificing yourself for someone like myself?

[A piece of him wanted to tell her that death was not his enemy, that death was only an acquaintance that visits him from time to time, in order, to take him away to rest for a few years or even centuries. He would always return after death ended his visit. He would always return, no matter what happens.]

Just like it is your choice to protect me, it is my choice to do the same for you. I am now in your debt for having come to my rescue, and offering me nothing but hope and kindness. You are now able to use me to your heart's content. The same service I offer to my master back home, I will now offer it to you until I am able to return the favor with equal or greater value.

[He was a man of his word and the type of individual that will do what is fair and just. Ririchiyo had taught him "honor", "protectiveness", and "respect", after all. His conscious won't allow him to simply allow him to not repay his debt to the Tardis especially when it concerns his current life.]

Until then, I will make certain you are looked after as a faithful and gracious dog would, even if your clever thieves surround you. [Well, not unless the Tardis orders him to act like a child, then he will act as her dog until then.]

Oh.

[ Was really all she could say to the amount of what happened. Gentlemen. Voice-snatching. Six people dead, oh gods. At least they were gone, now? Yeah. ]

I... Yeah. Caught a bit of a cold on my way back. S'raining somethin' awful, and we didn't have great coverage.

Are you-- I mean. Do we know who um. Who died?

I see. [So that was how she caught a cold.] Then, if it is the case, I wish for your recovery soon. Is there anything I can be of service to you? [Because he can't simply allow her to do her chores if she was feeling unwell and all.

As for her next question, Soushi is certain she can hear the conversation between the Tardis and himself, so he will be honest over the matter.]

Yes. Six out of the seven victims died. Their bodies were discovered by the victim's close friends or family. I will send you their names in private.

[And a few minutes later, Rose will receive a text of the following names: Makoto Naegi, Severus Snape, Stiles Stilinski, Kaworu Nagisa, and Rapunzel.]

More bad things. Buffy said things from her world.

It's always bad things... From Buffy's world? The um. Gentlemen?

[He nods]

Yes.

[ Noooo he has no answer he was with you but noooo sick Rose cannot have. ]

Are you alright? I'll bring you back something from the clinic, if you like.

[ She snorfles, quite attractively. Because it's Rory, and she can't quite keep up appearances. Or maybe because he'd been away with the rest of them, so looking tough in front him was-- whatever. She snorfs. Get over it. ]

Think I caught a cold on th'way back. Bloody rain. Ve'you got somethin'?

[ No need to bother. He likes you just the way you are, Rose. ]

Yes. Well, I mean--yes, I will have something. Once I bring it to you. It's no trouble.

I'd tell you, but I'm guessing somebody already beat me there.

[She lets out a sigh--it's clear the entire thing has taken its toll on her.]

I'll sum it up: some demons--called the Gentlemen, apparently--decided to pay a visit to Asgard and cut out the hearts of seven people for who knows what. They rendered everyone mute to do so, because it'd be a little difficult to cut out someone's heart when they're screaming, and that isn't taking into account the fact that screams can kill them.

They stashed everyone's voices in seven boxes all over the city. Once those boxes were smashed, voila, no more Gentlemen.

[ She's heard most of it already, yes. But different perspectives were always welcomed; even if they were mostly the same. ]

And how long did it take t'find the boxes? I heard- six people died.

A few days. Long enough for them to get six people.

[She'd seen one of the corpses up close herself. The sight of a young girl cradling someone's heartless corpse--that's not something she can shake off so easily.]

Well, I guess that explains why everyone had to keep talking about it.

[ Wat. ]

Everyone who had loved ones who chose t'stay behind, you mean?

Stayed behind? Where'd you go?

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