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bloodcravings--ike this, Mika. See? [There's suddenly a shot of two teenagers, the darker haired one with green eyes seeming to be the one holding the phone and aiming the camera at them. Supposedly for practice, not actually realizing it's recording quite yet, instead he looks from the camera to the other next to him, wanting to ensure Mika is following along.]
I know how a phone works, Yuu-chan. [The blond is frowning over at his friend, not giving the device any of his attention.] It's just that I have no reason to use it except to talk to you.
[That's just how he likes it. Not being forced to talk to anyone he doesn't want to, not having to show his face when necessary. Given the opportunity, Mika would never reveal himself over the network.]
I just wanted to be sure. I mean, these ones you can talk to everyone at once! A lot of technology seems more advanced than back home. [Which is probably not too surprising, given the situation with the virus and all. Obviously that diverted things from such progress, more focused on finding better means to fight against the vampires.] Besides, I'm sure you'll make other friends you'll want to talk to besides me. Once you get to know everyone more. You've only been here a few days still, give them time.
[Mika looks away then, trying not to get huffy. Away from Yuu and the device both. There are so many things he doesn't say because he knows the other teen won't be happy with any of them. He doesn't need friends and he doesn't want to get to know anyone. All he needs was sitting right next to him.] I suppose it is a good way to collect information from other people without actually having to go near them. With all its fancy features, I don't even have to say a word or show my face. That's alright I guess.
Exactly! We couldn't really make use of this sort of thing back home with everything, but it's really handy! We can still talk when I'm out at work or in class -- or, well, not in class but with breaks at least. [He gives a nod, smiling before considering a moment.] You don't have to. Show your face. You can text people instead, or just talk like a normal phone. If you're worried about it. [Worried about scaring some of them or the questions he might be asked, with Mika's fangs and red eyes.]
Your side might not have been able to but there were still ways of talking to other people long distance. Krul did it with other progenitors that were overseas. [With that, Mika raises a hand to poke Yuu in the forehead gently. The frown is still present but there's something lighter and less serious about him than when they started this conversation.] I'm not worried, I just don't like talking to people in general. [Something that's changed so drastically over the last four years.]
M-Mika... [Ack. But he can't say he isn't used to it. A poke is way less painful than dealing with Guren's kicks, anyway. There is something of a pout at his lips, but it's quick to fade more, though not entirely.] What if other people want to talk to you though? You should give them a chance. [Yeah. While it is understandable, considering all Mika went through since, it's rather telling how they've switched roles in some ways since that time together prior.]
[A sigh escapes the blond because this is just something that Yuu isn't going to give up on. The other boy is stubborn like that. Yet Mika isn't so easily changed.] Why would anyone want to talk to me? I'm not anybody important - especially not to a bunch of strangers. [It was different with Yuu's friends, they were important to Yuu so of course he had to give them a chance. And maybe they weren't too terrible for humans. But this world is filled with people who aren't Yuu's friends and there's no reason he should give them half the chance he's given others.]
They don't have to be strangers. Come on, you can even practice with me before I turn it on properly! [Of course Yuu is stubborn. But that's only in part because of his desire to see Mika happy. He is also well aware of the Porter here and how easily it could end up separating them. If Mika makes some bonds and connections, Yuu would feel the better for it, if it came down to himself being pulled back home.]
For them to not be strangers, that would require-- [Whatever Mika was going to say is cut short when his eyes flicker to the communicator in Yuu's hand. To the red light that was glaring back at them. With movements too quick for any normal human gaze to keep up with, his hand is covering the screen. His voice drops down to a hissing whisper.] Yuu-chan! It's already recording! How do you erase it?
E-eh? It -- I don't know. I've never had to. I didn't realize I actually pressed it when I just meant to show you. Just turn it off and we'll figure it. [Maybe. Or not. At least everyone is spared Yuu's flailing a bit, as Mika's hand covers the camera and screen.]
Tch. [Is the only verbal response that comes from Mika, he's already said too much. So he shuts it down before he'll continue his conversation with Yuu.]
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