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Post by Hanako Orihara on Aug 30, 2012 14:55:25 GMT -5
"Simple. I came here to visit my brother. A recent falling-out with the main family has led me to him." She was willing to be a bit more in-depth, now that he was really playing. "So, Arty. It's my turn. You're a businessman. With an expensive business suit. What kind of business do you have in this fine city?"
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Post by Orion Fowl on Aug 30, 2012 15:08:32 GMT -5
Of course. Just his luck. He'd no doubt get asked that question sooner or later.
"I am actually here for information for something back home. As of this moment, I am looking for a person named Izaya. Do you happen to know him, or have a phone number I can contact him by?"
The waitress returned with the cream, sugar, and extra glass.
"Here you are. Is there anything else I can get for you?"
"Not for me, no. Thank you. --- Hanako? Anything for you?" Artemis smiled.
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Post by Hanako Orihara on Aug 30, 2012 15:19:30 GMT -5
Hanako smirked at his question. She shakes her head softly at the waitress, who wanders off. As a Kitsune, she physically cannot lie. It was now play-time again. "Yes, I do happen to know him. And yes, I do have a phone number I can contact him by." Her smile was to let him know that she was playing harder now. "The question I return with is why you wish to speak to Mr. Orihara. What do you wish of the information broker? By that, I ask, specifically what information you want."
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Post by Orion Fowl on Aug 30, 2012 15:50:31 GMT -5
Artemis poared himself a glass of the champagne, and took a casual sip, before answering. During those few moments, he considered his answer.
"Very well, if you so wish---" he retained a straight face "---There are things in this world that we cannot explain. And there are things we can explain, but never tell anyone. It is astonishing how the life of a person can hang by the thread of a single secret. How we come to forgive ourselves after revealing such a secret it unknown even to ourselves. There have been rumors that there are creatures---beings---that live here in Urbadelphia. Not to mention a count of numerous unusual things that take place... Now you may be thinking, 'oh, he's lost his mind, following rumors'. But let me assure you that in every story, there is a grain of truth. If I could find out what's so special about Urbadelphia, I could use it to anyone's advantage, including the people hiding from the public."
Way to go, Artemis, just unfoil your plans, why don't you.
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Post by Hanako Orihara on Aug 30, 2012 16:01:54 GMT -5
It started as a low snicker. And soon it built up to a full laugh. "Man, oh man, are we tardy to the party!" She started drawing looks as she quieted down, just enough to have people return to their business. Her ribbons appear to have fallen out, as one tail swishes below her chair. "But Iza-chan would know about this... He knows a lot of things, you know. It's his business."
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Post by Orion Fowl on Aug 30, 2012 16:10:07 GMT -5
Artemis simply stared, unamused by the evident joke (which he was unfamiliar with), and ignored the fact that eyes were drawn to their table. No doubt there were now people talking about them. Especially about him wearing a suit.
"It is my turn for a question, yes?" He didn't wait for an answer. "Are you always this energetic? If so, why, may I ask?"
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Post by Hanako Orihara on Aug 30, 2012 16:41:25 GMT -5
Hanako tilted her head in confusion. "Uhhmmm.... No, not always. Most of the time, sure! Why not? Why not be excited all the time? Everything just looks so much better when you are excited, Arty. Have you ever tried looking at everything like a game? It makes it much more fun, so much to be excited for!~" She giggles to emphasize her energy.
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Post by Orion Fowl on Aug 30, 2012 17:01:30 GMT -5
"No, I haven't. My life has never been a game..."
He was always too serious about things, but it always seemed to get things done.
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Post by Hanako Orihara on Aug 30, 2012 17:05:49 GMT -5
Hanako frowned, almost pouting. "That's dumb. Have fun once in a while." She sips from the glass once more before smiling at him. "You won't stay young forever, you know. Save being serious for grown-ups, that's what I like to think." She seems lost in thought for a moment. "I'm taking a second question. Do you play any games, Arty?"
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Post by Orion Fowl on Aug 30, 2012 17:15:48 GMT -5
It still felt wierd that she was referring to him as 'Arty,' but nonetheless, he didn't know how to answer the question she gave. Answering 'no' would no doubt bring her into doing something with him for enjoyment, whereas he would have no backup for saying 'yes'.
"No."
His serious face turned into a slight discomfort. He took another sip as well.
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Post by Hanako Orihara on Aug 30, 2012 17:21:30 GMT -5
Hanako's face instantly turned straight in shock. Blinking twice, she shakes her head. "I don't believe you." She replies flatly. Squinting in disbelief, she couldn't detect any lying either. With a sigh, she hangs her head. "Just ask your two questions. I'll take you to Iza-chan for some real games."
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Post by Orion Fowl on Aug 30, 2012 17:26:42 GMT -5
The disbelief on her face was not unfamiliar to Artemis. Most people didn't believe some of the things he says.
"If I only have one, would you protest?"
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Post by Hanako Orihara on Aug 30, 2012 17:29:45 GMT -5
"Not at all, so long as that one was not it." She could now smile just a little bit. "If it is the case that you have one more question, you will have still asked two." Her smile turns into a sly smirk. She was feeling relieved to have herself back in a chipper mood. "Go on."
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Post by Orion Fowl on Aug 30, 2012 17:40:33 GMT -5
"No, actually. That was not intended. --- Why do you want to help me?"
He held his tongue even as he was asking the question. It did seem odd that Hanako was all too willing to help Artemis find this person... And he was also unsure if he wanted her to come along.
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Post by Hanako Orihara on Aug 30, 2012 17:44:40 GMT -5
Hanako shrugs. "I follow the fun, Arty. Iza-chan is a lot of fun. May as well take you with me on my way, right?" She honestly just wanted Izaya to toy with him. Who knows, maybe he'll even get what he wants out of this visit. Even though it was poor manners, she downed the last of her drink in a large swig and placed it back on the table. "Hurry up, I won't wait forever."
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