WEEK ZERO: ARRIVAL (OVERFLOW)

[retellers]

WEEK ZERO: ARRIVAL (43 remain) Whatever each character was doing—chatting with friends, going to bed, saving the world—ceases. In fact, it's likely nothing more than a groggy memory now, as they open their eyes to unfamiliar surroundings. Apparently, they took a nap right in the middle of a small town, plopped outside on the paved road. Ow? Oh, but it looks like they've been given a goodie bag. Everyone likes gifts, right? Inside, it contains: - a single random one of the following headbands and sparklers - packets of tea - one unlabeled pill - a rock that resembles the galaxy - if they're of age, a mini bottle of alcohol; if they're underage, a can of Mountain D*w Baja Blast instead - a singular condom - a single random one of these pillows (how did this fit?) - a handheld device Should they boot up the device, the screen helpfully informs them that it's a Participant Help System (PHS). Not much on it, but it does have a few apps, including a memo one for taking notes. There's also a messaging system, though it's only capable of receiving messages, not sending any. As a matter of fact, there's an alert for a new message already. Maybe it'll explain what's going on. Good evening, everyone. Uh, how are we sure they’re arriving in the evening? Just say “hello”! Or “greetings”! Greetings is fancy, right? Oh that’s true. Greetings, everyone. That’s better? Yes! Except maybe we take out the that’s better part in the final version. Will do! We’re sorry that we’re not here jklk oh no how do i erase what i wrote. Where is the question mark. Help press backspace. What is a backspace it’s written on the keyboard. Do you even know how to read? right now. There are a lot of things happening that’s so vague? Could we maybe TRY to not be ominous, guys??, It’s going to be ominous no matter what we say, so who cares so we need time to best prepare for you all. We will greet you properly soon, so please make yourselves at home! There are a lot of places to explore, and the kitchen has a lot of delicious food. Please don’t be shy, but also, don’t damage anything. It’s a little inconvenient. They’re going to do it just because you sound so fucking whiny. I’m sorry oh this is how you write somewhere else. Please do not fight or do. We don’t control your life choices. No please do not fight how do i make an exclamation mark maybe we should’ve gotten someone else to write the draft of the message? No offense. I’m sorry Sorry stop apologizing. No one else volunteered. Maybe we’ll luck out and none of them know how to read Thank you for your time! We’ll see you soon. Also, we promise you haven’t been kidnapped or anything! Oh dear. I don’t know if this is going to be edited, so if it isn’t, then I do apologize to the participants for our lack of organization. We’re doing our best! Probably. Er, what? Unfortunately, it seems as though that's the only info they're given for now. In the meantime, why not explore the surrounding area? A number of buildings are locked, and the Planetarium appears to be closed, but there's enough to keep the characters occupied for a day or two. They might even want to get to know their fellow "participants" better, while they're at it.

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[heartablaze]

[...

A long, firm exhale.]

I hope so.

[supremity]

[ Something... small, but big at the same time, shifts in him. He knows it, but doesn't show it. Even as he reaches across the table, giving her a small pat, pat to the head. ]

There will be those, you'll find, who will be ungrateful. You didn't help how they had wanted you to, it was too little too late, they didn't ask for it. But even one person saved is someone you've saved. Don't forget that.

[heartablaze]

[Ah...

She bristles a bit under the pat to her head - not out of discomfort, but of the nostalgia it brings, and how her chest tightens at the thought of Satoru in front of her, telling her to stick to her convictions.]

...Thank you.

...

Could you tell me what your name is?

[supremity]

En. [ That small moment of comfort out of the way, Hua Cheng draws back and resettles calmly back in his previous position, cheek in his hand and looking at her. ]

You can call me Hua Cheng. [ May as well stick to just one name and title, here. ]

[heartablaze]

[behold her quick math lady meme impersonation at the pronunciation]

Hua... chan???

...

That's a cute name.

[supremity]

[ A beat.

And then he just laughs. ]

Thank you, I picked it myself.

[heartablaze]

Oh, good! Okay! I've never met a man with that kind of name before, but I'll be sure to call you it properly.

[oh no]

My name's Hikaru. Shidou Hikaru. It's nice to meet ya, Hua-chan!