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I take it by now you've all seen his broadcast, and as such... you're probably wondering just what this guy is on. I... suppose now that he's here I can't run from this shadow, even if I wanted to in the first place. He goes by "Ansem," though if I know anything, it isn't his true name and even so... you don't want to get on his radar. Don't even so much as speak to him if you want to remain Whole.

[Private to Luka]
Never thought I'd have to take you up on your offer so soon, but... have any extra room? I doubt this hotel room will be sufficient enough to hide from our new Dark presence.

[Private to Joshua]
Before you say it... Yes, I know I jinxed it.

[Locked to Axel and Demyx]
...Guess I'm not the only one from your pasts that's crept up in the last week. Have any sort of game plans ready?

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[limitless-land.livejournal.com]

[He isn't the only one who can feel it, man. Riku's able to sense it, too.] Oh?

[Say that out loud. We dare you. 8| He ends the feed on his own before informing Luka what he's doing then following suit (also a cheater, passing through the corridors like it was nothing to get there shortly after Joshua). At least now he knew where this one location was so he could use the quick route. Seeing Joshua already there, though... Eyebrow raised, man.]

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[oh-neku-dear.livejournal.com]

[I did. And it felt great. He sees that eyebrow raise and shrugs in reply.]

I was luckily nearby. [Untrue, though he was in the city...somewhere. Joshua gestures for him to follow as he walks away from the library, staying true to the whole "tour around Vatheon" part.] So. How can I help?

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[limitless-land.livejournal.com]

[*smacks upside the head with Soul Eater I mean-* Somehow, he doesn't buy it... but there's still quite a few things he doesn't know about this boy. He can sense the power somewhat, but other than that...

Riku follows silently, occasionally glancing around and making sure no one was following them. Blame the multiple assassination attempts.] I won't pretend to remember whatever you and the previous me went through, [he began, crossing his arms. This was a doozy...] -but I can venture a guess as to what he'll try to do sooner or later, and if it's anything to do with what he has back home.

[He shakes his head; he's getting too old for this crap.]

I'm not about to pretend that I remember anything... [a pause.] He's not trying anything right now, so there's little we can do other than keep an eye out and make sure everyone is safe. [Though, now he's curious-] We can't summon thing from the outside, right?

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[oh-neku-dear.livejournal.com]

[*wet wash cloth Mr. H used to clean the dishes, meet Riku's face I MEAN*

He doesn't look it, but he's pretty cautious himself. However, with Riku around as his hypersensitive watchdog, for lack of a better term, he can afford a small relaxing of his guard. The teen shrugs.] Honestly, I don't care if you remember me or not. I will say that I've offered my assistance numerous times to you while you were here, and personally I see no reason to quit, memories or no memories.

[Okay, so he fibbed when he said he didn't care. He does, he really does care. Yet, this Riku has no reason to trust him, and for that fact Joshua is going to keep some distance, not wanting to force anything on the other teen. Riku's got enough on his plate with Ansem around, after all.]

Guesses are better than nothing. They help to prepare you for situations you can predict. I suppose having a nightlight while he's here will be good to have.

[He hums, thinking.]

Also, where are you planning on giving us information about that character?

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[limitless-land.livejournal.com]

[Cheap. 8|

Even memoryless... He'll never escape those jokes now, will he? Though, was that true or not?] ...I'll take your word for it.

[Was that a lie? Either way, he doesn't show that he might think that Joshua had fibbed or not for regardless... he's being forced to trust others and this is the second person to tell him that they've helped him in the past--their past and his future? who knows--and he has little choice should anything turn ugly.]

Light doesn't distance you from the darkness; only makes it more apparent.

[Someone learned that the hard way. And right now... he has to work on who to trust, who he can divulge this information to... Hm.]

It depends on his current location, and with a certain roadblock... it's hard to tell.

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[oh-neku-dear.livejournal.com]

[But effective. :D

No, never.]

And darkness can make even a small light all the brighter. A drop of white paint in black paint can still turn it grey when you blend them together.

[Joshua thinks about that for a moment.]

I do have some minor sensing capabilities. With a dark presence like his, I think even someone with an inkling of a sixth sense could sense him.

[Not really minor, but THIS Riku doesn't know that. Sorry, Riku, this guy likes to surprise people.]

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[limitless-land.livejournal.com]

[Oh, goddammit.

Riku nods faintly at that remark; it was something he'd seen with his own eyes, even though he was still tainted by it. And... minor? Eyebrow raised yet again, but he's taking it all with a grain of salt. That sixth sense comment...]

... Sora didn't.

[Oh, the can of worms this all brought up.]

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[oh-neku-dear.livejournal.com]

[Oh, Sora.]

Ah, yes, I've met him before. Charming kid. Still, having a "sixth sense" isn't always obvious. It could be just getting a "bad vibe" from someone, something, or a certain situation. For most, it's not conscious. Only a few people consciously sense for something, and the strength varies from one person to another.

["Can of worms" just describes these two perfectly.]

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[limitless-land.livejournal.com]

The only thing he got right was that I was going down the wrong path in life.

[Until it was too late, that is. And... Sora's still horrible with his choice of words. -- And yes, yes it does.]

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[oh-neku-dear.livejournal.com]

Whatever doesn't kill you, makes you stronger?

[Joshua shrugs.]

I told the last you that was here this once before, and I believe it bears repeating. I never did believe you could have a heart full of darkness. You care too much. [He shakes his head in amusement.] Care...such a double-edged sword.

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[limitless-land.livejournal.com]

I guess so.

[Heart full of darkness... heh. Well, he already proved Joshua's words right. Have a faint smirk for all your troubles.] You can say that again.