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[godly]

[It's been awhile since Light's posted to the network, but he feels particularly inspired today, you could say. Anyone that has spoken with him in person during the last few days might note that he looks substantially better; while he's still sporting a few minor bruises (faded) and cuts (cleaned and tended to), the major difference is that he doesn't appear so weary. He certainly doesn't sound it.]

As the saying goes, "be careful what you wish for." I wished for an eventful summer, and thus far, it's yet to disappoint. But mostly in ways that I'd rather avoid.

[With that preface out of the way, he continues.]

If anyone is confused as to why some imPorts have become jaded and distrustful of all Heropa has to offer, I'd merely tell them to look around; how can anyone avoid being wary when it appears that every other enjoyable activity becomes a fight for your life? [He frowns, crosses his arms. Perhaps that sounded a bit cynical, though even Light has a limit; it'll take a few days for him to recharge his optimism, his usual idealistic attitudes.] I'm hardly in a position to go around placing blame, but -- at this point, if I didn't make my support clear for a more effective form of security before, I'd be more than happy to reiterate it now.

[But... he didn't make this post to stand on a soapbox. He moves along.]

Regardless, I think a small vacation will do me some good. Two days from now, I'm leaving for Japan; I'll be gone for one week. This might be of interest to some here, and so if there are any requests for me to bring something back, I'd be more than happy to accommodate.

[And then the obligatory:] Thank you for your time.

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VIDEO.

[selfimage]

[ he's dressed more casually than the last time Light saw him, in a t-shirt sitting somewhere in his apartment. there are bricks in the background. there's a towel slung over his shoulders that he's drying his hair with. he pauses before he looks ... more eager than he probably should. ]

Frosting covered pastry sticks! Blueberry! I'll cherish them forever before they're inevitably devoured, of course.

VIDEO.

[godly]

[Well, that's... something. Given his previous conversations with Loki, Light had expected a bit more commentary before requesting a souvenir.

He raises a brow, pauses for a moment as if waiting for something else to be said. And when none happens, he finally speaks:]

You can... ask for a little more than that. You realize that's not much of a souvenir?

[hackitude]

You know you can get Pocky in the States, right? Since like. The 90s.

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[mightiswright]

[ Someone is Not Happy about the summer camp fiasco, given that his daughter was involved in it, so his tone is shorter than usual. ]

Asking for a more effective form of security would imply that the security right now is effective at all. [ Which it's not. If people can get abducted just willy nilly. ]

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[godly]

[As for Light, his tone seems to match Phoenix's, at least in how obviously discontent they are with the situation at hand.]

I wouldn't usually say as much aloud, but yes. Right now, I have no qualms in declaring that security has been, quite frankly, laughable.

There have been talks about getting an organization together between all of us imPorts, in order to more reliably provide security at various events. This last kidnapping incident can only provide even more incentive to do so.

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[deathline]

[Yeah, that was one wild weekend huh? Shiki's a little exhausted and grumpy; the trip back from Alaska wasn't all that comforting.]

On a bright note, it doesn't look like they did too much of a bang up job on you over the weekend Yagami.

[Although, if he's gonna be a monkey boy...]

If I give you cash, can you get me an extra yukata or two?

[godly]

Easy for you to say, maybe.

[Honestly, his muscles still ache.]

I wouldn't mind. You'd have to be a little more specific in terms of preference however, Shiki.

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[doneproperly]

Hopefully people will see the wisdom in your argument. ... Experience, however, tells me that they won't.

... Have a safe trip. Let me know if you come across anything interesting.

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[godly]

Certainly there's a limit to how much chaos any one person can stand before they feel the need to do something about it. Never mind one's amount of patience or optimism.

And thank you. I'm planning on visiting a few locations that should be... familiar to me. Realistically, I think I'll only find myself disappointed.

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[youbastard]

[It was hard to miss at least hearing about what had happened and Ellie looks mildly concerned when she replies.]

It almost makes you wonder if we shouldn't just set up something ourselves. [She doubts that'd ever go over well though. But maybe she's wrong.]

How are you doing?

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[godly]

[His tone lightens a little, becoming less irritable, when he sees her familiar face.]

There's been talk on and off of doing so, recently. I honestly can't see a reason why we shouldn't at this point, given Heropa's unimpressive track record.

I've been better. [A beat, withholding the urge to sigh.] But I've also been worse. I was luckier than some.

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[housenurse]

[OH GOSH JAPAN STUFF, but she doesn't know this young man, it'd be so rude...

But, stuff...]

Um... Well, if it wouldn't be too much trouble...

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[godly]

[Stuff. Light truly wouldn't mind, even though he doesn't recognize this particular face. He wouldn't have mentioned it otherwise.]

Of course not. I plan on doing a bit of shopping myself, so I wouldn't be going out of my way. What were you interested in?

[Video]

[granddevil]

[ have a familiar face with wings ] What's so interesting there?

[ oh hai. ]

[Video]

[godly]

[Oh.

Light pauses, briefly, judging how he wants to proceed with this conversation, even though it was a simple enough query. A part of him should be thankful for Satan's aid; the other half still isn't sure he made the right decision, in the end.

He doesn't let this conflict show on his features, however, and answers as civilly as possible.]

It's where I'm from, back home. Or in this case, some version of it. I have to admit that I'm curious to see it again.

[Video]

[bullysandwicher]

Japan-

that's another country, right? Can we leave whenever we feel like it?

[Video]

[godly]

That's right. And no, normally travel outside of the country isn't permitted; but thankfully I've been granted a passport by the government.

[video]

[yatagarasu]

A form of security? D'you think people who can poof us here from our home worlds and poof us everywhere else could be stopped that easily, though?

And, have fun on your trip!

[video]

[godly]

The issue of having to deal with unknown variables will always be apparent, I think. But I don't believe that's reason enough to not give it any effort to begin with, don't you agree? Especially given what's happened thus far.

Ah -- and thank you.

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[gevurah]

Isn't that better taken up with representatives of the government?

[ It's similar to the City; something awful happens and imPorts are caught unaware, but their organization could be awful. It's times like that where Kate is more than happy to be a solo act. ]

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[godly]

Maybe, and the idea of doing so is already nicely settled in my mind. But what's the harm in boosting awareness via the network?

[And after the kidnapping incident, he'll allow himself something slightly more opinionated than his usual fare.]

[video, private, obviously a little backdated]

[glassinine]

[ Edgeworth gives Light a small nod. His brow is very slightly furrowed, and he looks a little worried, but his offer is neutral. ]

Would you like a ride to the airport?

[video, private]

[godly]

[A brief moment of consideration passes before Light responds. Whether he's hesitating or sorting out schedules in his mind remains to be seen.]

Only if it isn't an imposition.

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[selfequipped]

Japan, huh? [There's only a brief pause. She's not surprised he'd go to Japan. No, she's more surprised about:] Are they letting you, or are you hoping this is enough notice?

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[godly]

[He scoffs a little at that, but it isn't completely lacking in humor.]

It'd be pretty bold of me to make an announcement like this without permission, wouldn't it? I'm not quite that rebellious.

I have a passport.