A place to stay at Ziwen Street

Sakrol was walking along the empty sidestreet while the rain was pouring down from the night sky. Since the rain clouds were blocking the sky so that it was impossible to see the moon and stars the only things lighting up the street were the bright street lights that were hanging from the nearby buildings walls.  Sakrol was heading back to the abandoned building were he usually stays at night time, he was thinking what he would do tomorrow. After some walking Sakrol heard footsteps, he ignored them until he realized that the sound was following him. The sound of those footsteps were quite loud but also a bit familiar... Sakrol stopped and he spoke. I know you're following me, so come closer and explain yourself. The sound of the footsteps came closer and a female voice could be heard. How did you notice me, young one? It was the angel Camiel that Sakrol had met earlier this night, she was smiling as usual. Camiel was still wearing her dress but she was also holding a white colored umbrella. Sakrol turned around and looked at her while answering to her. I'm not an expert at stalking people but I'm pretty sure that wearing high-heels is not a good idea... Camiel looked down at her shoes and responded. Well, you are right about that... These can be quite noisy but I didn't have time to change my clothing when I came here. Sakrol then walked a few steps closer to her. Enough about that... Now tell me why are you stalking me like this? Camiel answered with confidence. After speaking to you in that forest I was a bit worried about you and that's why I'm following you to see if you have a place to stay and so on. Also if you're wondering what I was doing in that forest at that time I was actually looking for different kinds of plants but I found you instead. Sakrol nodded bit. Okay... But why would you be in the forest looking for plants...? Sakrol was unsure if he should believe her story. Before I answer, would you like to continue our conversation in a coffee shop or something? Because it's raining and you're all wet. She ended her sentence with a smile. There's no need for that, we can talk here. Besides, I happen to like the rain... Sakrol smiled a little while saying that. Fine then... I'll answer your question now; I work as a biology teacher in a nearby school, I was gathering plants for tomorrows lesson. You see? I happen to like children, that's why I was a bit worried about you... You are still quite young after all. Sakrol still didn't like how Camiel speaks to him, he was preparing to leave since the conversation didn't seem to go anywhere. Well, it was fun chatting with you but I gotta go now... Sakrol turned around and he began to walk but he stopped when Camiel spoke. Let me tell you something first, I happen to know a demon that lives in a large apartment with a lot of room to stay in. He is an old friend of mine and I'm sure that he will allow you to stay there. He is also a very talented fighter and knows some magic as well, he might teach you some new tricks... What do you say? Sakrol turned around and looked at Camiel once more, he then answered. You sure about that? Because that sounds like good bargain... Camiel smiled and replied. Of course I'm sure, if you're interested just follow me and we will go meet him. Camiel then started walking and she walked past Sakrol. Sakrol turned around and he decided to follow Camiel to meet this other demon in hopes of learning something new.

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After a while Sakrol and Camiel reached a street named Ziwen Street, they entered one of the buildings after Camiel closed her umbrella. Both of them proceeded to enter the elevator, Camiel pushed the button that had the number 5 on it. They reached the fifth floor and Camiel walked towards the door on the right end of the hallway and she opened the door with a spare key. Okay, come on in young one. This is where he lives. Sakrol walked in and Camiel closed the front door and she placed her umbrella next to it. Camiel then walked towards a closed door and opened it. Hello...? Are you in here Jon? You got quests! She said that in a happy sounding tone and she opened the door fully while waving her hand at Sakrol to tell him to come closer. Camiel entered the room and Sakrol followed, then a happy sounding male voice could be heard. Camiel! You came for a visit? In the middle of the apartments living room was a tall man that had short dark brown hair that was  swept back and grey eyes. He wore a black shirt, dark blue jeans and he had dark grey socks on his feet. Camiel, check this out... I finally learned how to spin a dinner plate on top of a stick. The man was spinning a plate on top of a stick that he was holding, Sakrol wasn't sure what to think about this. Camiel, are you sure that he is the guy we were coming to meet here...? Before Camiel could answer the demon named Jon lost his balance and the plate dropped on the floor making a loud shattering sound. Damn... Oh well I'll clean that later, who is with you Camiel? Jon seemed awfully cheerful and he was smiling. This young one is named Sakrol and I brought him here in hopes that you would allow him to stay in your home and maybe even teach him a little. Sakrol, meet Jon. He is that demon friend of mine that I talked about. Jon then walked closer and he looked at Sakrol and he seemed to wonder something. From the grumpy look on your face I'll throw a guess that you're coming from the Otherworld. My answer is this; I'll let him stay, welcome to my home! Sakrol was thinking if Jon was really able to teach him anything because the guy seemed like a complete fool in his eyes. Okay, that's settled then. I need to get going before the sunrise, I'll come see you guys later. Goodbye Jon and young one! Camiel picked up her umbrella and she left waving her hand a bit before she closed the front door. Jon then looked at Sakrol and he spoke. Well now, since you will be staying here for now I will show you the way to the room were you can sleep. You're probably tired so I'll let you go to sleep now, we can get to know each other better tomorrow. Jon showed Sakrol the room where he will be staying, the room has a bed, a desk, a bookshelf and a couch. Sakrol looked around the room a bit and Jon closed the door wishing him a good night sleep. Sakrol sat on the bed and he sighed while speaking to himself. So, I'm stuck with him from now on...

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The next day Sakrol was still sleeping although the sun had risen high up to the sky some time ago. The sky was still rather cloudy and a little bit of rain would fall occasionally but not much, the city was really wet and you could see a lot of puddles of water in the streets. Suddenly the door in Sakrol’s room slammed open and Jon was standing at the doorway holding a fork on his right hand, he was as cheerful as usually. Good morning Sakrol, or should I say good day Sakrol!? You don’t seem to be a morning person with the fact how long you slept… You coming to eat something? Sakrol woke up to the sound that came from the door when Jon slammed it open, Sakrol turned his head towards the doorway and he glared at Jon with an angry expression. Awww… Don’t look like that… Come to the kitchen, I cooked some delicious food. Jon then turned around and he went back to the kitchen leaving Sakrol’s room door open. Sakrol sighed as he stood up and he walked towards the grey couch in the room, Sakrol had left his coat and sword on the couch last night when he went to sleep. He picked his coat and put it on, after that he also picked up his sword and placed it on his waist before he ventured to the kitchen. In the kitchen Jon was frying some eggs and steak, when Sakrol entered the kitchen Jon told him to take a seat at the dining table and wait a moment. The dining table was already decked, there was a basket filled with bread and another basket filled with different fruits on the middle of the table as well as a glass jug filled halfway with water. Sakrol sat down and he poured some water from the jug to his drinking glass. Jon then walked to the dining table with the fried eggs and steak, he put two eggs and one steak on Sakrol’s plate and the rest to his own plate. Okay, the food is served! While we eat we can also get to know each other better, you ready…? Jon then sat down himself and he picked up a piece of bread while Sakrol was eating the fried eggs. Now then, since you have been quite quiet some time now I will allow you to start. Tell me something about yourself… Jon looked at Sakrol with a small smile on his face, Sakrol then began to speak. Well, you already made a nice guess last night that I’m coming from the Otherworld. It hasn’t been too long since I came to Gaia… I come from a small swamp region known as the Hollow Marsh that is very disconnected from the other areas of the Otherworld, I sometimes wonder if anyone else than it’s own habitants know that it exists. Sakrol then continued to eat the steak while Jon talked. Really now? I’ve been living in Gaia since I was born, so I don’t know much about the Otherworld myself. Never been bothered to visit there. I’ve only heard stories about the place, like that there was a huge war between demons and angels… But enough about that, can you tell me your Class and Job by any chance…? My class is the Defender and my job is being a Paladin. Jon was eating his own plate empty while Sakrol replied. My class is the Warrior and my job is being a Knight. And I've only heard rumors and news about the war, like I said earlier that the region were I live is very disconnected from the other regions. The war never reached the swamp I guess... Sakrol had finished his plate and he drank some water while Jon continued the conversation. I guess you got lucky that the war never touched the place. Anyway, what kinda fate led you all the way to Gaia and to me? I´m just being curious... Jon smiled widely while saying that, Sakrol acted indifferently. It's a long story but the reason why I'm here and now is because I met your angel friend Camiel and she told me that you could teach me some fighting and magic. So, can you...? Sakrol looked at Jon with a serious looking expression. That's what Camiel said to you? You know that she is right, right? I can teach you, no worries there! We can start today at some point but first I need to make some preparations... I will fetch you from your room when I'm done okay? Jon stood up and he cleaned the table from the dishes, Sakrol stood up too and he picked up an apple from the fruit basket on the table. Okay then, I'll catch you later... Sakrol then walked back to his room while taking a bite from the apple.

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OOC: I tried a new green color today... I think I'm gonna keep it.

Sakrol was sitting on the grey couch in his room in a lax position while reading a book that he picked up randomly from it’s shelf (book title: “1000 Reasons to Read Me”). Sakrol was bored as he was waiting for Jon to come get him so that they could start training. When Sakrol least expected it, Jon yet again slammed the room door open startling Sakrol a bit. Okay I’m done! We can now get started, we will have to go to the forest first though. Are you ready to go? Jon was wearing a long dark grey jacket and brown leather boots, he also looked rather excited. Sakrol closed the book and he looked at Jon. Do you usually just slam doors open without knocking to startle people…? Sakrol stood up and put the book back to it’s place on the shelf while Jon answered. Well, the answer to that is 100% this: maybe… Anyway let’s go already, to theeeeeee forest! We have a lot of stuff to go over. Jon then turned around and he walked to the front door with a wide smile on his face. And I thought I was suppose to be excited about this… Sakrol let out a sigh when he followed Jon outside.

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Sakrol and Jon were back at Jon's apartment at the fifth floor, Jon took the mushrooms to the kitchen and he was ready to make mushroom stew. While Jon was busy at the kitchen, Sakrol was watching the TV in the living room. Sakrol was sitting on the white couch in a lax position as always and he was shuffling through the different channels. There wasn't really anything interesting to watch. After a while Sakrol turned the TV off and he went to his room. He walked towards the bookshelf and picked up a random book from there for him to read (book title: ”Learn to Insult Properly”). Sakrol then sat down on the dark grey couch in his room and began to read. Sakrol was thinking what they would do tomorrow, probably another one of Jon's lame ”excercises” before anything else. Sakrol did learn a little respect towards Jon when he was able to help him learn the ability 'Spirit Body'. Because of Jon's cheerful and positive nature Sakrol sometimes thought if Jon was a demon at all, before meeting him Sakrol has never seen another fellow demon that would act like Jon. Though Sakrol does find Jon annoying at times but he tries his best to endure him and the stuff he does.

Sakrol reached page 34 on the book and then Jon suddenly appeared at the doorway, holding a spoon on his right hand. Okay the stew is ready! Hmmm... That didn't come out right... There is something missing here... Jon looked a little puzzled and at that moment Sakrol closed the book he was reading. This time I was prepared for that, Jon... I left my room door open so you can't slam it open like last time. Sakrol smiled as he stood up and put the book on it's proper place. Oh really now? Well at any rate, come eat the stew. I made sure it's edible and well really delicious! Jon then walked back to the kitchen with a smile. Sakrol followed and sat down with Jon to eat the mushroom stew. So, how do you like my mushroom stew? Isn't it just perfect? Sakrol put his spoon down for a moment to answer. Let me put it this way... It's edible. Sakrol then continued to eat. That's good to hear... Tomorrow we will make something different, I have also planned what I will teach during your stay. Because you seem to carry a sword with you, we will go over some sword fighting and also some- In the middle of Jon's speech a phone can be heard ringing in his pocket. Hold on, I need to answer this... Jon picked up his cellphone from his pocket and he answered it. Hello there! What is it you want to tell me? A male voice can be heard from the phone but Sakrol doesn't quite hear what it is saying. Okay then... Are you sure about that...? Right now? Understood... I will be there in a minute, see you then! Jon then closed his phone and he put it back to his pocket while looking at Sakrol. Sorry Sakrol... But I'm needed elsewhere for now, you stay here and I will come back later. I don't know how long I will be gone but I promise you that I will come back tomorrow so I can show you a few things. Jon then stood up and he put on his boots, his hat and the long jacket. Hold up, where are you going exactly? Jon answered. Sorry but I can't tell you, maybe someday I will but not today. I'll see you later, bye! Jon smiled while saying that and he proceeded to walk towards the front door and he left. Sakrol continued to eat the stew and he wondered where a guy like Jon would be needed to go. Though he didn't give it much thought at the moment.

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Sakrol was reading a book out of boredom in the living room's white couch. The sun was already setting and night would soon fall. Sakrol was wondering if Jon would come back at the evening but sadly he didn't. Sakrol closed the book and he grabbed the TV's remote, he turned the TV on to see if there was anything worth watching. There wasn't really much to see, in the end he decided to watch the evening news. According to the news there was jewelry shop robbed not too long ago somewhere up north. The news said that the culprits escaped before the police arrived. The police were investigating the crime scene in hopes to find something that would lead them to the robbers. After that it was time for a weather announcement but Sakrol turned the TV off and he decided to go to sleep. He put all the lights out from the other rooms and he then went to his room. Sakrol put his coat on the couch again and he decided to put his sword next to his bed. He took off his boots and after that he would turn off the lights and lie down on his bed. Sakrol started to think how the others in the Otherworld were doing, he hasn't heard from them at all but that is probably a good thing since he did say that Friro should contact him immediately if something wasn't right. It didn't take long for Sakrol to fall asleep.

Some hours later Sakrol started to feel a little uneasy, he had an awful feeling that something was coming. He wasn't sure what but it's something he should know. Then a loud noise could be heard and Sakrol quickly opened his eyes. GOOD MORNING! Did you miss me!? It was just Jon who again slammed the room door open, he was as happy looking as ever. Sakrol responded to Jon by throwing a pillow at his face. Do you really have to do that!? It's freaking annoying you know that? Next time I will throw something sharp at you. Jon lifted the pillow from the ground while speaking. Come now Sakrol! Stop fretting about little things like this and come to eat some breakfast. I made some great sandwiches... You will love them! Jon then threw the pillow back to Sakrol before leaving to the kitchen. Sakrol put the pillow on the bed before putting his boots on. Sakrol stood up and he picked up his coat and sword while speaking to himself. I can't believe this guy... Always slamming the door open when I least expect it... Sakrol then proceeded to the kitchen to eat breakfast with Jon.

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Sakrol sat down with Jon, the sandwiches were on a large plate at the center of the table, there were 8 sandwiches. Jon picked up one of them and took a bite of it. Mmm... Perfect, just perfect! Try one Sakrol, I have succeeded brilliantly at them. Sakrol sighed as he picked up one of the sandwiches, he took a bite of the fresh sandwhich. Well...? What do you think? Aren't they just  magnificent? Sakrol swallowed and he answered. Here is my answer: it's edible... Sakrol then proceeded to eat the sandwhich with an indifferent expression. You always say that... I guess you're not one to give compliments to people are you...? But enough about that, today I'm gonna show you a few techniques on swordfighting as well as something else. And when we are done we can go to the movies, does that sound okay to you? Jon was excited about everything as usual, he continued to eat his own sandwhich while Sakrol replied. Movies...? Sorry but I'm not interested... You can go there by yourself if you want it so badly. Sakrol was finishing eating his sandwhich while Jon spoke. What do you mean you're not coming!? Come on, it will be fun! Just think about it... Sakrol then stood up after he had finished eating. I'm not going to the movies with you, I'd rather do something else by myself... But do tell me, are we gonna start training immediately or...? Jon picked up another sandwhich as he answered. You will have to wait a moment just like last time, I need to clean this place up you see? Find something to do while I'm at it. Jon then started to eat the sandwhich while Sakrol started to walk back to his room but then he suddenly stopped to ask something from Jon. Hey Jon, do you have any paper and a pen? I could use those immediately. Jon then stopped eating and he looked at Sakrol. Of course I have paper and a pen, you can find the paper on that shelf and the pen is on the living rooms table. Sakrol took a piece of paper from the shelf and he picked up the pen from the living room's table.

He then went to his room with the items, Jon stood up and he followed Sakrol. What are you going to do Sakrol? I didn't know you like writing... Jon was highly curious, Sakrol answered while he drew a circle and some other things on the paper. I'm not writing anything... I'm going to try and summon a familiar, I've never done it before so I decided that I might as well try it now... Jon then walked over to the bookshelf in Sakrol's room and he picked up a book from there and gave it to Sakrol. Try reading this, it should have tips and instructions on how to succeed in the summoning. Jon smiled while saying that and he then sat down on the grey couch to watch over Sakrol's summoning. Sakrol opened the book and he read some instructions, he then proceeded with the ritual. When everything was in order a flash of light came from the circle on the paper and when Sakrol and Jon opened their eyes a dog was sitting on top of the paper. The dog had pitch black fur and green eyes, it was staring at Sakrol while it's tail was wagging from happiness. The dog seemed to be a German shepherd in breed but with floppy ears meaning it was still a puppy. Sakrol looked at his familiar and he was not sure what to think. Jon on the other hand was smiling and he sounded cheerful. You did it Sakrol! I knew you could do it, now you have your very own familiar. And as a bonus, it looks very cute as well! I think it represents your inner cuteness... Jon then started to pet Sakrol's familiar while Sakrol spoke. My inner what!? I hope that was a joke since I'm not cute, at all... Anyway, what am I suppose to call it...? Then Sakrol's familiar started to speak to him telepathically saying that he can call him 'Neurus'. Okay...? He said that I can call him 'Neurus'... I guess that will have to do. Sakrol then stood up while Jon continued talking. Now that this is over I think I should now start my cleaning duty, what are you going to do Sakrol? Jon stood up while Sakrol answered. I think I will go for a walk, I will come back later and when I do I hope you are done with the cleaning... Sakrol walked to the front door and his familiar Neurus followed, he opened the front door and he left outside. He decided to walk all the way to the park that had that water fountain with a big bird statue on top of it. He thought that it would be quite relaxing to just sit down on a bench and maybe clear some thoughts.

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Sakrol was walking along the streets having the Ziwen Street as his destination. He got a little lost but eventually found his way to Jon's apartment, Neurus was a great help in finding the right street. Sakrol walked in as usual and used the elevator to get to the correct floor, the 5th floor. He then walked to the door and he pushed the button next to the door to ring the doorbell. Sakrol could hear footsteps behind the door and soon the door opened revealing Jon with a surprised expression on his face. Jon was just standing there silently, staring at Sakrol. Sakrol then began to speak. Uh... Jon? You okay...? You're awfully silent. Jon then suddenly hugged Sakrol and he spoke in a frantic tone. Where have you been!? I was getting ready to call the police because I thought you had been kidnapped during your walk and then sold to someone as a slave with a cheap price!!! I was worried about you... Jon then paused for a moment as Sakrol started to fight his way out of Jon's tight grasp and spoke. Jon, relax a bit will you!? I don't want to suffocate to a hug! Just... Let go of me already... Jon then loosened his grip and he eventually let go of Sakrol, Jon then allowed Sakrol to get in the apartment. After Jon had closed the front door he turned to look at Sakrol and spoke. I'm just glad that you're safe Sakrol. I had already feared the worst... You never showed up for my next lesson and you skipped dinner too, so tell me Sakrol where have you been? Jon was waiting for an explanation from Sakrol, Sakrol looked at Neurus for a bit and he then spoke. Well... Ummm... Let's just say I got stuck to help some friends of mine. Thats all I can say Jon. Sakrol then walked to the couch and he sat down, Neurus jumped on the couch too when Sakrol turned on the TV. Jon then sighed in relief as he spoke in a calm tone. Oh, I guess I won't bother you about that anymore now... Though I'm a bit surprised that you have friends, you looked rather lonely when Camiel brought you here. I'm gonna go to the kitchen and prepare us an evening meal, you're probably hungry after you were away for so long. Jon then walked to the kitchen with a wide smile on his face, soon cooking sounds could be heard from the kitchen. Sakrol was relaxing on the couch with Neurus watching the latest news but then Sakrol turned his head and he looked at Neurus. Sakrol then spoke to his familiar through telepathy. Tell me Neurus, did Jon really just hug me at the doorway...? Neurus then looked at Sakrol and responded. He did indeed... It just shows that he cares about you, you know? Sakrol then raised an eyebrow, he was unsure how to react. But we haven't even known each other for that long, Jon acts like we are very close even though I'm pretty sure that we are not THAT close... And getting hughed by someone isn't really what I'm used to. He's weird... Sakrol then continued to watch the news and the weather broadcast, Neurus lied down on the couch on to a more lax position. Sakrol started to yet again wonder how the others were doing in the Otherworld, was everything still okay in there? Sakrol thought to himself that he should stop being so worried because he did give his advisor Friro strict instructions on what to do if something bad would happen. Though Sakrol felt like he wanted to go back to see if everything was in check. Sakrol decided that he should probably go and see everything himself, maybe this way he can have his mind put to ease about the subject.

After a while Jon peeked out of the kitchen with his usual happy looking smile on his face and he spoke loudly. The evening meal is served, Sakrol! Oh, and I prepared Neurus his very own dish that he can enjoy. Jon then vanished back to the kitchen as Sakrol and Neurus stood up from the couch. They walked through the kitchen to the small dining hall, Neurus found his food and began to eat it. Sakrol sat down on his usual spot, Jon was already sitting and waiting for Sakrol to sit down to eat. Jon had prepared vegetable soup and as usually they were having juice as their drink. As they started to eat Sakrol decided to share his plan about going back to the Otherworld to check on things to Jon, it was just fair to tell him so Jon would know this time where he is. Hey Jon. I need to tell you something, I'm planning to go to the Otherworld tomorrow to see if everything is okay at my home there. I'll leave early in the morning and just so you know I won't stay there for too long, I will come back as soon as I can... Jon then lowered his spoon and he looked at Sakrol, Jon then spoke. Good to know that then... Don't worry, come back when you can. I won't change a thing here. Now let's just finish this soup I made, it's good isn't it? Sakrol then continued his eating for a little bit before he answered to Jon about the food. Yeah, it's good I guess... Edible as usual. Jon smiled at Sakrol's comment and both of them finished their plates, Jon allowed Sakrol to go to sleep. Sakrol thanked Jon for the meal before he walked to his room with Neurus. Both of them wanted to go to sleep, Neurus jumped on the couch in Sakrol's room while Sakrol lied down on his bed.

The next morning Sakrol and Neurus woke up, it was still dark outside and Jon was sleeping in his own room. Sakrol and Neurus then vanished, they travelled to the Otherworld with ease.

*Moving to the Otherworld*

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Sakrol and Neurus arrived back in Gaia, the usual place. Their current location was right next to a subway station’s entrance located somewhere in the west part of the city. It was night time alright but people were still walking in and out of the subway entrance. Sakrol looked around as he tried to figure out which way to go so he could get to Jon’s apartment, Sakrol then looked at Neurus and spoke to him telepathically. I’m still no good when it comes to materializing in a specific location… I guess we have no choice but to find our way back to Jon’s apartment, it shouldn’t be difficult. Sakrol and Neurus started to walk towards north, they soon noticed a big sign that has the map of the city. Sakrol stopped to examine the map to determine their current location better and planning their path to Jon’s apartment from there. Sakrol thought how lucky they were to go this way and finding a map, it was very helpful. After looking at the map and memorizing some of the street names they continued their way to Jon’s apartment. Night time was mostly peaceful in the city, only a few people walked around and only a few cars would drive through the dark streets. The central part of the city is the busiest part in the city, even at night time. Sakrol planned his route so that he could avoid most of the traffic and noise, he walked through some of the narrow streets that were empty. Sakrol walked along the streets silently, he didn’t even feel like talking with Neurus telepathically. He tried not to think about the things that happened in the Otherworld. Sakrol is used to see death and dead bodies but this time it was greatly different, Elvire’s death was the first time Sakrol had lost someone that he cared about. This reminded Sakrol of one of the conversations that he had with a vampire called Night, when he was stuck in a Purgatory with her. They talked about some of the many reasons why people wanted to protect something or someone by risking their lives, the conversation had started when Sakrol expressed how he didn’t understand why would anyone risk their own lives to protect somebody else’s life since in the Otherworld mostly everyone took care of themselves. Sakrol understood that reasoning much better now, since he would have wanted to be in the Otherworld protecting Elvire when she was being attacked. But sadly Sakrol wasn’t there when Elvire was killed. Sakrol regrets for not being there protecting her and not noticing what Friro truly was, an obvious traitor. Though Sakrol did learn a valuable lesson, that he should be more cautious when trusting others, even if he has known them for years.

Sakrol and Neurus found their way to Ziwen Street, they entered the building and used the elevator to get to the 5th floor where Jon’s apartment was located. Sakrol rang the doorbell and waited for a moment, Sakrol and Neurus were able to hear running behind the door. The door was opened by Jon who seemed to have ran all the way from the kitchen to the front door, judging by the spatula he was holding while answering the door. Before Sakrol could have said even one word Jon was already talking, he sounded delighted. You’re back Sakrol! I already missed you even though you were away just for a day, I’m happy to have you back here. I was just doing some supper in the kitchen, guess what I am cooking? Sakrol then interrupted Jon by speaking. Yeah, yeah, Jon… Just let me and Neurus in already, you can continue talking when I’m in and sitting on the couch comfortably… Jon then moved out of the way allowing Sakrol and Neurus to walk in, Jon proceeded to close the front door. Sakrol walked to the couch in the living room and he sat down, he then turned the TV on. Neurus went to Sakrol’s room to sleep, he was really tired since Neurus was guarding Serpents Keep while Sakrol slept there. Jon then walked closer to Sakrol and he continued talking with a smile on his face. Hmmm… You’re familiar seemed to be in a rush to get some rest, I don’t know what you did in the Otherworld but you can tell me the details later. So, what I am cooking now is some fried fish! Hopefully you will like it when it’s done, I think I’m going to save some for your familiar to eat in the next morning… We can talk more later when we are sitting at the dining table. Jon seemed to be just as happy as usual as he returned to the kitchen, Sakrol sometimes wonders where he gets all that energy to be happy all the time. Though Jon’s cheerful and happy attitude lifted Sakrol’s mood a little bit. Sakrol then continued to watch the TV, though there wasn’t really anything interesting to watch as usual. There wasn’t even anything new in the news, just some sport news and the weather broadcast. But as Sakrol continued to watch the TV, at some point Jon exited the kitchen and walked to the bathroom. It didn’t take long when Jon came back out of the bathroom and returned to the kitchen, but after a while Jon again walked to the bathroom. Sakrol just stared at the closed bathroom door and he wondered what on earth was Jon doing? Jon came out of the bathroom once again very quickly and he was going to return back to the kitchen but Sakrol stopped Jon by asking him what he was doing. Hold up Jon, why are you going back and forth between the kitchen and the bathroom? What is the logic on that? Jon then just smiled and responded. You will see soon enough… Just wait and I will show you after the supper. You can go to the dining hall now, the food is almost ready. See you there! Jon then went to the kitchen, Sakrol stood up and he went to the small dining hall as Jon had instructed. While going through the kitchen to the dining hall, Sakrol took a peek at Jon’s cooking. Jon was putting some spices on the fried fish at the moment, it smelled rather delicious. Sakrol sat down on his usual place at the dining table, he then waited for Jon to finish the food and join him at the dining table. Soon Jon came out from the kitchen holding a large plate with the fried fish, he placed the plate on the table as he sat down as well. Okay, dig in Sakrol! I'm sure that I did a great job with the fish here, I fried it on a pan and added some wonderful spices to give it more flavor. I'm very proud of it... Jon was just sitting there with a wide smile on his face as he watched how Sakrol was cutting a piece of the fish and placed it on his plate. After that Jon proceeded to cut his own piece of the fish, he then looked as Sakrol tasted the fish. The fish was just fine, a bit spicy though but the spices did work just fine with the fish. While both of them were eating the fish, Jon wanted to have a conversation with Sakrol on the subject that what did he do in the Otherworld. So Sakrol, how was it in the Otherworld? What did you do there exactly? Did you have fun? Sakrol looked at Jon and he wasn't sure how to answer, so he decided to tell Jon that “nothing special happened” and “that it was boring”. There wasn't anything interesting happening, the whole place was just as dull as when I left the place... Sakrol then took another bite of the fish as Jon continued to speak. Nothing new around there I guess? I do have to say Sakrol, you're horrible when it comes to lying about something. Sakrol stopped his dining for a moment and he stared at Jon who was looking at him with a mild smile on his face, Sakrol quickly responded as he tried to convince Jon that he wasn't lying. What are you talking about Jon? I'm not lying, why would I lie about anything to you? I'm speaking the truth, nothing happened around there. Sakrol didn't want to tell Jon about the massacre and the death of Elvire, those are his problems and Jon doesn't need to know about them. Jon then spoke with a serious tone. You're not fooling anyone Sakrol, I can see it on your face that something is wrong. How are you going to explain that blood stain on the handle of your sword? Not to mention that the smell of blood is strong on you, seems to me that you were in a bloody fight or something. Maybe you could be honest and tell me what happened in the Otherworld for real? Sakrol didn't want to look Jon in the eyes at the moment, he wasn't sure how would he explain everything to him nor did he want to tell anything to him. After a small moment of silence Sakrol spoke. Do you mind if I would tell you later? It's a long story and I'm not really in the mood... Sakrol decided to only postpone it for now, either he would have to tell Jon everything or he would just had to stay silent and act like a little brat. Very well then... You can tell me everything tomorrow, now eat your fish. I prepared a hot bath for you to clean yourself up and get rid of that awful smell of blood. Jon then continued to eat, Sakrol stared at Jon for a moment silently until Sakrol continued his own eating. After Sakrol had finished his plate he stood up and he walked to the bathroom as Jon had instructed, Jon stayed in the kitchen to clean the table. Sakrol entered the bathroom and he looked around the white bathroom. The bath in the room was round in shape and it was quite big too, Jon had filled the bath with hot water earlier just for Sakrol to clean himself up. Since Sakrol was already in the bathroom he might as well take a quick dip.

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After Sakrol had bathed he returned to his room and he prepared to go to sleep. Sakrol placed his coat on the couch and he put his sword next to his bed as he sat down to take off his boots before lying down on the bed. Sakrol then closed his eyes and before he fell asleep he was thinking how to explain the things that happened in the Otherworld to Jon. Sakrol decided to come up with something and lie to Jon, he didn't want to tell Jon the true story. He simply didn't see the need to tell Jon about it, what would Jon even do with the information? For thinking about these things about an hour Sakrol finally fell asleep.

In the morning Sakrol was sleeping late, but soon his peaceful sleeping will be interrupted. Jon rushed into Sakrol's room and he bashed the door open waking up Sakrol in the process. GOOD MORNING SAKROL! Isn't it a fine day today? Thought a bit cloudy... Sakrol hates it when Jon wakes him up like this every morning. So he expresses his distaste for it by throwing things at Jon, this time he grabbed a book from a drawer that was next to his bed and he threw the book towards Jon's face but Jon moved his head out of the way quickly. You missed Sakrol, I was expecting that... But hey, breakfast? Jon was standing at the doorway with a smile on his face, he is like that every morning when he wakes Sakrol up with a bang. Jon, do you really have to wake me up every morning by coming into my room, shouting and bashing the door open? At this rate I will be afraid of mornings, it's not funny Jon... Sakrol felt tired, he didn't sleep very well last night. Jon seemed to notice this and he seemed to know what will help. You look tired Sakrol, did you see a nightmare? Not to worry though, I know exactly what will shake off that feeling. You will be good as new! Come to the kitchen and I will show you... Jon then walked to the kitchen ignoring what Sakrol had just said, was he doing that on purpose? At any rate Sakrol stood up from his bed and he walked towards the couch to grab his coat, when he was ready he walked to the kitchen as well. The way how Jon starts the morning off has become a routine, Jon wakes up early, goes to the kitchen to make some breakfast, he wakes up Sakrol by startling him and then they eat breakfast together. Today Jon is serving some homemade pizza as breakfast, it was filled with all kinds of filling possible. Though the pizza was missing a slice, Jon had taken one slice earlier and gave it to Neurus. Neurus was enjoying some fried fish and a pizza for breakfast, Neurus probably woke up at the same time with Jon since they both seem like the early bird type. Sakrol and Jon were sitting at the table now, Jon was ready to give Sakrol something that should make him a bit more perky. Here Sakrol, this should brighten you up a bit... Jon moved a red mug in front of Sakrol that was filled with dark liquid that was steaming hot from the looks of it. Sakrol wasn't sure what this drink was, he looked at Jon and spoke. This hot drink should help me? Maybe you would like to tell me what it is first... Jon was cutting a slice of the pizza for himself and when he had moved that slice to his plate he answered. Oh that? It's coffee, it should help you wake up properly. I swear that it will help, I usually drink that in the morning. A lot of people do really... Sakrol didn't like the look of it though, drinking hot liquid wasn't really something that Sakrol wanted to do. He decided to pass the coffee, Sakrol sliced a piece of the pizza instead. I don't think I want to drink this, you can keep it Jon... I'll just wait and see how this day will go, hopefully it will be relaxing. Sakrol then started to eat his slice of the pizza and he decided to drink water instead of the steaming coffee. Very well then, I'll take that back then. It would be a shame to waste some good coffee like this. When you are done Sakrol, we will talk in the living room about the subject 'what happened in the Otherworld'. I'm curious to know what were you doing there, I promise you that you can tell me anything. No need to keep everything to yourself, especially worries. Jon then took a sip from the coffee and took a bite from his pizza slice. Sakrol looked at Jon briefly and spoke indifferently. Yeah, whatever you say Jon… I’ll keep that in mind the next time I got some hectic problems to deal with. Both of them then continued to eat the breakfast without any interruptions. After both of them were done eating, they grabbed the dishes from the table and moved them to the sink. Then they walked to the living room and sat down on the couch there just as Jon had instructed. Sakrol sat on the other end of the couch to keep a fair distance away from Jon and Neurus placed himself behind the couch to eavesdrop.

Jon looked at Sakrol straight to the eyes and he had a mild smile on his face when he spoke. Okay, it’s time to talk Sakrol. When you came back here after you had visited the Otherworld you looked a little down in the dumps, you aren’t usually like that so could you kindly tell me what happened in the Otherworld that made you sad…? Sakrol used a moment to think for a short while, he tried to come up with something and fast. Sakrol looked at Jon who was eagerly waiting for a legit answer, he then spoke. I just got a little homesick, that’s all… I left my home in the Otherworld so fast. Or what, can’t a demon be homesick around here? Sakrol thought to himself how he hoped that Jon would just swallow that answer and not try to pester the truth out of him. Jon stared at Sakrol indifferently as he spoke. Homesick you say? I never thought you’d be the type for something like that but I guess I was wrong… Understandable though, since you have lived in the Otherworld your whole childhood right? No wonder you might be a little homesick… Okay then, but what did you do in the Otherworld exactly? The smell of blood was strong on you not to mention the few blood stains on your swords handle, did you go out hunting something with your bare hands over there? Sakrol thought for a moment and he decided to go with the hunting scene. Pretty much yeah… Giant fish with legs, there were so many of them so I decided to cut a few down… Nasty creatures if you were wondering, it was really messy and chaotic. After that I was tired and I took a nap, the end… Can I go now? Or were you waiting for a different type of an answer? Sakrol was sure that he had nailed this conversation brilliantly, no need to tell Jon what truly happened and the real reason why he was a bit sad earlier. Jon looked at Sakrol and Jon chuckled a bit, Sakrol wasn’t entirely sure why but then Jon spoke and he sounded amused. Sakrol, did you really think that I am that easy to fool? I already told you that you are not very good at lying, it’s utterly cute when you try to lie to me but your lies aren’t sinking on me. Jon then changed his tone into a bit more serious one. Now how about you tell me truth Sakrol? If you have something boggling your mind you can tell me about it, no need to keep all that pressure all in you know? I think I already made that clear? So, do you want to start your story from the top? It would seem that Sakrol’s bluff didn’t work on Jon, is he some sort of lie detector? Sakrol immediately reacted by being a little pissed off and he raised his voice when he spoke. What is this!? Some sort of criminal interrogation you have here!? I don’t think I’m obliged to tell you anything what I did or didn’t do in the Otherworld! We are done about this subject, I don’t feel like speaking about it with you anymore… And that’s final, I’ll catch you later. Sakrol then stood up from the couch and he made haste towards the front door but before he went out Jon spoke. Wait a moment Sakrol, where are you going? Jon looked at Sakrol from the couch and he looked a bit surprised, Sakrol glared at Jon as he answered. I’m going out, I need a break from you and the crazy stuff you always do… Sakrol then opened the front door and Neurus walked alongside him out, all of it happened so fast that Jon wasn’t able to say anything else to Sakrol. Jon didn’t think it would be wise to chase after him when his mood was like that, he let out a deep sigh and spoke to himself. Teenagers, always the same thing…

*Next post will be in the Central Park*

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Sakrol walked along the streets in a fast pace, he was heading straight towards Jon's apartment. He entered the building with Neurus and he used the elevator to get to the 5th floor, Sakrol hoped that none of Jon's neighbors could smell the awful smell coming from him. Though most of the people living in this building were probably still at work so no problems there. Sakrol arrived in front of Jon's front door and he rang the doorbell, now he waited for Jon to open it. Sakrol could hear Jon's footsteps on the other side of the door, soon the door was open and, as expected, Jon was there. Jon was happy as usual judging from his behavior and tone of voice. SAKROL!!! You came back already!? Jon was going to hug Sakrol but he halted at the last second when he noticed the foul odor coming from him, Jon quickly took some distance too. Sakrol... What is that smell on you? It's horrible, where have you been spending your time at? Jon looked slightly shocked by this, but Sakrol was mildly pleased that this time Jon wasn't able to hug him due to the smell. Sakrol walked in with Neurus and he closed the door behind him while explaining to Jon where the smell originates from. I fell into sewer water in the sewers, wasn't my intention but it just kinda happened... Now if you will excuse me I need a shower, I'm the one suffering from this smell the most. Sakrol walked to the bathroom but before he could even do anything in there Jon came in and spoke. I don't think a shower will be enough to get that smell off you, not to mention that your clothes need to be washed as well. You will take a bath while I wash your clothes properly, I know just the trick to get this smell completely wiped out. Jon put the bathtub's faucet to fill the bathtub with hot water, after that he looked at Sakrol with a light smile. Okay, that will be soon ready. Sakrol, hand over your clothes to me when you are ready to hop into the bath and remember to clean yourself properly. Jon walked out of the bathroom to give Sakrol some privacy, but he was waiting just outside the door for Sakrol to throw his clothes to him for washing. Sakrol always had the impression that Jon treated him like a child and this just confirmed it to be true. It's annoying sure but what can he do about it? Jon is an okay guy but he has a bad habit to stick his nose into other people's businesses apparently. Sakrol decided not to whine about little things like this and he just peacefully complied with Jon's orders and did what he was told to do.

After Sakrol was done bathing and made sure that he no longer smelled like a dead fish or any other kind of horrible thing imaginable, Jon returned Sakrol's clothes to the bathroom. The clothes were dry and folded nicely on a small bench. Sakrol picked up his clothes and he dressed up, Jon had done a good job in washing them but there was something that Sakrol didn't approve however and so he immediately exited the bathroom to tell Jon his complaints. Jon, what in the world is this!? My clothes smell like a sweet flower! What did you do!? Sakrol was angry of course, Jon turned around while sitting on the living room couch to speak to him. Oh that? Do you like it? I decided to spray some rose perfume on your clothes to be 100% sure that they don't smell that bad anymore. Sakrol didn't approve this at all, the whole thing felt like a really bad joke but sadly it wasn't a joke. I've never felt so insulted in my entire life, I smell like a flower... You really thought that this is a good idea!? Seriously, what is wrong with you!? Sakrol would have wanted to punch Jon in the face because of this but he knew that it wouldn't do any good because Jon probably would only dodge it. There was a moment of awkward silence until Jon opened his mouth. You calmed down yet Sakrol...? Sakrol looked at Jon and he responded in a “I-give-up” manner. Yeah, yeah... Whatever... I think I'll just retreat to my room, my feet are tired from walking. But uh... Before I go, I met Camiel in the park and she told me to tell you that she will visit here tomorrow, that is all. Sakrol walked slowly into his room while Jon answered. Understood then, I guess I need to plan tomorrows dinner... Sakrol then closed his room door and he looked at Neurus who was lying on the couch in his room, Neurus looked at Sakrol and he spoke. I heard you were shouting, what is wrong now? Sakrol walked closer to Neurus while replying. I smell like a flower thanks to Jon, I just can't figure out what he was thinking... Neurus took a quick sniff from Sakrol's clothes and he spoke. You smell like a rose Sakrol, not really a big deal if you think about it... Sakrol expressed how he didn't like it. Not a “big deal” huh? A demon like me should not smell like a flower, I'm not a plant after all... I hope this smell wears off quickly because going out like this would be just humiliating at best. At any rate, I'm going to relax a bit and read one of these weird books here. Sakrol picked up a book from the shelf and he sat down on the couch next to Neurus, Sakrol took off his boots and he placed his feet on the low table right in front of the couch. He then began to read quietly.

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(WARNING: All talk, no action...)

Sakrol was lying on his bed, he was sleeping of course. Yesterday he used his time to read a book until Jon announced that supper was ready, after that Sakrol was quite tired so he decided to go to bed early. It was just another morning in Gaia, nothing different and nothing new. Sakrol was in a deep sleep though and so he wasn't able to hear the loud footsteps coming from the other side of his room door. The door slammed open with force and in came Jon with a wide happy smile on his face and he was loud as ever, he was speaking annoyingly fast too. (Note: Read the next line as fast as you can!   ) GOOD MORNING SAKROL!!! It's a nice day outside and I was thinking that you could do me favor right now, what do you say? Jon was again successful in startling Sakrol by giving him such a sudden wake up call. When Jon's speedy talk ended, Sakrol threw his sword at Jon which in fact pierced Jon through his stomach. Jon fell to his knees but he continued to talk with no problems. Ouch! Now why did you have to do that? It hurts and now there is blood on the floor... Sakrol put his boots on and his coat while he answered Jon's question. I'm just a little grumpy when woken up the way you do it, I didn't leave the whole “throwing my sword at you” just as a thread you know? Also, I didn't understand a word what you said when you barked in so I thought this was the best way to make you slow down your speech. Now put yourself together Jon, give my sword back and tell me what is it that you want to tell me. Sakrol was irritated by Jon's way of waking him up but he was too tired to be able to express this with his usual style. Jon stood up while still being impaled by Sakrol's sword and he spoke. Well, breakfast is ready so you can go to the dining hall already and I will explain everything while we eat. Now if you will excuse me, I will go to the bathroom to pull your sword out without staining the floor any further. I will meet you at the dining table. Jon then walked into the bathroom while trying to keep the blood drops at minimum so that he doesn't need to mop the entire hallway. Sakrol walked to the dining hall with Neurus and he sat down on his favorite spot, Jon had already set today's breakfast on the table. There was a plate with a tower of what looked like pancakes on it and next to the plate was a jar of  strawberry jam. It would seem that Jon wanted to have something sweet for breakfast, Sakrol didn't have any complaints about it though.  Soon Jon exited the bathroom but before he came to the dining table he mopped the blood stains from the floor, after that he walked to the dining hall. Okay I'm done now and here is your sword back Sakrol, I even cleansed it properly so it looks good as new. Now we can begin eating. Jon handed the sword back to Sakrol and sat down, Sakrol looked at his sword a little bit before putting it away. Thanks I guess... I am unsure if having a shiny blade in battle will do any good but I guess there is no harm in it either. Sakrol and Jon then began to eat the pancakes, Jon had something to say though. So, what I was saying this morning before you threw your sword at me was that I wanted to ask a favor from you. Sakrol looked at Jon and he wondered what this “favor” is all about. A favor? So what it is that you want me to do then? If it's something weird, the answer is a strict “no”. Jon did a short chuckle before he answered Sakrol's question. No it's nothing weird, at least I think it isn't... I was just wondering if you could visit the store for me, to get a few things for today's dinner since Camiel is going to visit. The store isn't even far away, it's so close that you could throw a rock in the store's window from here. And note that I'm not implying that you should throw a rock in its window from here... Well, are you up to the task? Sakrol used a moment to think, he might as well do it since Jon is letting him stay at his apartment for free after all. Doing little things like these are the least he could do as a way to be thankful for it. I guess I could do it, what do you need from there exactly? Jon then smiled and he quickly responded in a perky way. Great! I have a list of things that I need, just take the list from the living room table and my wallet. That should be everything that you need... But oh wait, you need the apartment key as well. I'll give it to you when you a ready to go. Jon then continued to eat his pancake while Sakrol replied. Right, that is all then? Or is there still something? I sure hope not... Sakrol wanted to make sure that Jon didn't forget anything so that he doesn't need to make another trip to the store later, Jon used a moment to think and then he answered. I'm sure that is everything, but that DID remind me that I almost forgot to tell you something... This morning before I came to wake you up, I got a phone call that I was hired to be a security guard during the day. So now that I have a day job, I will be gone during the day and I will come back home during the evening. But don't worry about your lessons Sakrol, we can do those during the evening so you won't miss anything. But you need to find something to do when I'm away but I'm sure that you have something in mind, you have left the apartment multiple times already and totally skipping some of the lessons that I had planned. So I'm not worried about you getting bored at least. Jon then took a bite of his pancake, Sakrol asked Jon more details on his new job. I wasn't aware that you needed a job, and what are you guarding exactly? Jon then looked at Sakrol and explained. Well, in truth I don't need a job. I'm quite wealthy as you can see by just looking at my apartment. I only work because I need some spice in life you know? Just 6 months ago I was working as a cleaner, I used my time to clean other peoples houses. And in my current job, I'm a security guard in some rich persons property. Why are you so curious suddenly Sakrol? I didn't know that you are interested in my doings at all, I guess I was wrong then? Jon then smiled and Sakrol corrected him. Don't push it, I've always been a curious to some extend. But you want the truth? No, I'm not really interested in your doings at all, I'm just trying to have a conversation with you. Even a boring conversation is better than sitting completely silent at a dining table. Sakrol drank some water from his glass and he had already eaten his pancake. Sakrol was preparing to leave and go to the store just like Jon had asked, Sakrol walked to the living room and he grabbed the list and Jon's wallet from the living room table. But before Sakrol could leave Jon had to give him a key to his apartment so that Jon wouldn't need to open the door. Jon walked out of the kitchen to the living room and he was holding the key, Jon handed the key to Sakrol. That is the key to my apartment, you can keep that key Sakrol. Since I will be away from here during the day you need something to get in here when I'm not here. Take good care of it and don't lose it. Jon then turned around and he walked back to the kitchen to do the dishes, Sakrol walked close to the kitchen to say something. Thanks for the key I guess... And don't worry, I'm not so stupid that I would lose a thing like this. Sakrol put the key in his pocket and he walked to the front door, Neurus of course followed Sakrol. Both of them then left to do Jon's shopping request.

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(WARNING: More speech, hurray right?)

Sakrol and Neurus were now heading back to Jon's apartment after they had finished shopping and made sure that they bought everything that was written on the shopping list. Sakrol was carrying one full plastic bag filled with the goods that Jon wanted with his left hand, judging by the things that Sakrol had to buy it seems that Jon isn't doing anything too complicated but these spices that he had buy as well give Sakrol a bad feeling. Sakrol quickly shrugged this 'bad feeling' off and thought to himself what is the worst that could happen? He and Neurus walked into the building as usual, used the elevator to get to the 5th floor and Sakrol picked up the apartment key that Jon had given to him from his pocket so he could open the door for himself. Once the door was opened nice and easy, Neurus was the first to enter and Sakrol closed the door. Hey Jon, we're back from the store! Where do you want me to put these things that you ordered? As Sakrol had said that, Jon peeked from the kitchen's doorway and answered in a jolly tone. Just bring the bag to the kitchen and I will sort it out. Jon then disappeared back to the kitchen and Sakrol walked there with the bag. Jon was busy cleaning the kitchen, it seems that he was trying to make the place spotless. Sakrol placed the bag next to the fridge, he then looked at Jon who was currently wiping the sink clean and Sakrol spoke. So, is this it? Or do you still need my help with something Jon? Sakrol wanted to know if he could be further assistance to Jon, Jon replied without even looking at Sakrol. No I don't think that I need you to do anymore than that... Just go do something while I make the preparations before Camiel arrives. But remember Sakrol, you are not allowed to go outside now... I won't take the chance that you might skip on our dinner quest. Sakrol had a light smile on his face as he answered. Really now? What are you going to do to stop me from going outside? I do as I please... Sakrol was clearly mocking Jon's order, Jon only answered this with a wide mischievous smile on his face as he looked at Sakrol. This made Sakrol feel a bit uneasy and he thought of different things that Jon might be capable of doing if he didn't obey the order. Sheesh! Fine if it's that important to you then I won't go but don't you trust me to come back before dinner time at all? Jon then turned back to his cleaning as he replied to that. Well, maybe I should remind you how you skipped on some of our lessons by going out and coming back after a whole day...? Hmmm, I wonder why I don't want to let you go out now... Jon was “subtly” telling Sakrol why he doesn't trust him at this subject with that mischievous smile of his. Ummm... Yeah, sure, whatever... I'm not going to argue about this with you, I'll just go back to my room and kill time by reading those dusty books of yours. If you need me, I'm sure you know where to find me since I'm not going anywhere from here. Sakrol then left Jon to do the cleaning and preparing the dinner, he walked to his room where Neurus was already sitting on the couch. Sakrol picked a book from the shelf titled: “Importance of Where”, he then sat down on the couch next to Neurus and started reading the book. Sakrol would like to be somewhere else doing something else and not stay in Jon's apartment reading a book. Reading isn't something that Sakrol likes to do much, he is only happy to read when he looks for information about stuff. But because of the circumstances he is forced to spent his time reading a book that doesn't interest him at the moment.

A lot of time had gone by now and Jon was doing the finishing touches on today's dinner. Sakrol had used most of the time on reading but at some point he fell asleep on the couch in his room. He was awakened by Neurus that was sitting quietly next to him until it was time to wake up. Sakrol, I think it's time for you to get up. Dinner seems to be soon ready and that means Camiel will be here shortly, you either wake up now or Jon will do the waking next I'm afraid. Sakrol slowly opened his eyes to look at his familiar that was poking him with his paw gently. Sakrol yawned and he changed his posture on the coach, he put the book away on the low table and stood up. I guess I was really tired today then, since I took a little nap I hope I have the energy to go through the rest of the day. But Neurus, while we are having a dinner party what will you do during that time? What do you usually do when I'm being social with other people anyway? Neurus hopped down from the coach as he answered to Sakrol in his calm voice. I will eat some dinner as well since Jon always prepares me a dish of my own and then I will do what I usually do, eavesdrop on your conversations. Neurus then walked to the doorway of Sakrol's room and looked at him, Neurus looked like he was ready for dinner. Sakrol had a light smile on his face as he looked at his familiar, Sakrol shrugged and he walked to the doorway as well. Didn't know you were so sneaky Neurus, and all this time I thought that you were bored everytime I had a conversation with someone. Sakrol and Neurus then walked out of the room and they went to see if Jon was done with the preparations in the kitchen. Jon, why are you lighting up candles in the dining table? I didn't know this was going to be a romantic dinner with all of us. Sakrol looked at Jon that had lighten 3 candles on the dining table, Jon looked at Sakrol and spoke. Oh you young people, candles on a table don't always mean that it is going to be romantic this and that... I put them there simply to give a certain mood to the dinner, you see? Jon was eagerly showing Sakrol how he had decorated the dining table, but Sakrol wasn't showing any interest on the subject nor did he care about it at all. Okay then... I didn't know having a quest at dinner would need so much hassle over it... You are enjoying this aren't you? The whole decorating thing? Before Jon could answer that the doorbell rang and Sakrol turned around where the sound came from, Jon seemed to get excited about all this. That must be Camiel, right on time as always... Do go open the door for her Sakrol, I will put the dinner plates and the food to the table. Jon then started to place the plates on their rightful places while Sakrol walked to the front door and opened it. Camiel was indeed at the other side of the door, she was wearing a white dress with long sleeves, a pair of white high-heels and she was carrying a small red handbag (for those that don't remember, Camiel has long brown hair tied up into a ponytail). Sakrol immediately greeted Camiel in his own way. So why the completely white outfit? Are you going to somebody's wedding or something? Camiel chuckled a little as she walked in and Sakrol closed the door, Camiel then turned around to look at Sakrol and spoke. I'm surprised a young demon like you knows what a 'wedding' actually is and how people dress up to the occasion. I thought they don't have weddings in the Otherworld...? Camiel looked at Sakrol with a smile, Sakrol the answered to her in an indifferent tone. We don't have weddings in the Otherworld, or atleast I think we don't have... I've only read about it in a book that I traded from another demon that had visited Gaia. But that is as far as my knowledge about the subject extends on, I'm not really interested in such a crazy habit that the humans had created. Sakrol then walked to the kitchen to see if Jon was done, everything seemed to be in place so Jon was now coming to greet Camiel as well. CAMIEL! It's so good to see you again. How are you anyway, how are things at work? Jon seemed to be overjoyed by the reunion, he and Camiel even hugged each other as Camiel answered to Jon. It's good to see you too Jon. I'm doing just fine thank you, but that's enough about me I'm more interested in how you two have been doing? Sakrol then interrupted their intense hugging and conversation. I'm starting to feel like a third wheel here, you can continue the conversation at the table right? Jon then let go of Camiel and he looked at Sakrol with his happy smile. But Sakrol, you aren't a third wheel! I can hug you too if you want... Jon was ready to hug Sakrol but Sakrol backed up a little and spoke. Woah no way Jon! Just keep your distance and no hugging... I haven't recovered from the last time when you hugged me without my permission, at this rate my pride might never recover from that... Let's just get to the dinner table and eat before the food gets cold. Sakrol turned his back at the two and walked through the kitchen to get to the dining hall were everything was prepared. Soon Jon and Camiel followed, they were having some small talk as they walked beside each other. Sakrol sat down on his favorite spot as usual, Jon guided Camiel to her seat which was next to his favorite seat. After Camiel had sat down Jon sat down on his own chair as well, Jon was ready to announce what was for dinner. Today I decided to do some... Wait for it... CURRY! I thought it would lift our moods even further. Jon was very excited about this it seems, when wasn't he excited about food? Sakrol was a bit worried since he had never heard of this ”curry” nor tasted it, was all those spices that he had to buy for Jon for this? The taste of the curry is a mixture of mine, Camiel you know how much I like spicy food right? I'm very proud of this one... We may now start! Jon sure was making a big number of this dinner wasn't he? Sakrol was mildly annoyed by this since Jon was making a big number of a simple dinner, he never thought this would become so irritating. But at least it became more bearable since it was time to eat, the thing they were suppose to do all this time.

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(WARNING: More speech, because... Conversations...?)

It was time to dine and so everybody took some of the curry that Jon had made. Sakrol and Camiel were the first ones to taste it, Jon was waiting for their opinions on it. Now tell me, what do you think of my ”special-curry”? Camiel looked at Jon with a light smile while she answered. It tastes quite good but maybe a little too spicy, maybe next time you could hold the spice a little? Camiel then continued to eat the curry by taking small bites. Jon turned to look at Sakrol in order to hear his opinion about the curry. Sakrol stared at Jon with a mildly angry expression as he told him his opinion about the curry. I don't think that I can continue eating this... Jon, why on earth would you even do something like this? I think I'll just eat some bread instead. Sakrol then grabbed a glass of water and drank it, he wanted to get rid of the painful taste in his mouth. Jon chuckled a little until he spoke, he sounded a bit amused. Not a fan of spicy food eh, Sakrol? And all this time I thought you could eat anything, I guess I was wrong. Do as you wish Sakrol, I'm enjoying my own cooking to it's fullest at least. Jon then continued to eat the curry, Sakrol was unsure how Jon was able to withstand it nor enjoy the curry's taste. Camiel then looked at Sakrol and she sounded curious when she spoke. Sakrol, remember what we talked about in the park? Did you join the Head Hunters as I advised you to do? Or did you decide not to? Sakrol looked at Camiel and answered. Yeah, I did join them. I did it the same day actually, but I haven't been hunting anything interesting. I decided to do some hunts later after this ”dinner party” is done. A smile appeared at Camiel's face. You did join the Head Hunters? Well, I wish you good luck with your upcoming hunts. Maybe next time you have more than just a few hunting stories lined up to tell. Suddenly Jon slammed his right hand on the table and he looked at Sakrol with a worried expression while he talked. You didn't tell me any of this. You became a Head Hunter!? Why didn't you tell me anything nor did you ask my opinion on the matter!? Sakrol answered in a casual tone. Now that I think about it, I totally forgot to tell you about it Jon. Jon then quickly turned to look at Camiel with the same worried expression. Camiel, how can you even suggest anything like that to someone as young as Sakrol!? Don't you know how dangerous Head Hunting can be!? Sakrol grabbed a spoon from the table and he threw the spoon at Jon's head, the spoon hit and Sakrol got Jon's full attention. Listen Jon, I don't think me being a Head Hunter needs that much hassle. I grew up in the Otherworld alone, I've killed some pretty fierce demons there that wanted to eat me. So shut up and stop treating me like a child! A demon like you that has lived in Gaia all his live has no idea what I had to do in order to survive in the Otherworld... Sakrol grabbed a piece of bread and took a bite from it while Jon calmed down. Fine, do as you please then... As long as you are careful while doing it, no need to rush into obvious danger. Camiel chuckled and both Jon and Sakrol looked at her, Camiel then spoke. Calm down you two, I'm sure Sakrol will be a good Head Hunter. Jon you never change, you worry too much about stuff like this. You should know by now that most people that come from the Otherworld are usually much tougher than they look, they have good survival instincts. Jon then sighed before he spoke. Of course, not to mention how they are usually rough around the edges and no fun at all. Sakrol looked at Jon and he wanted to address to Jon's last statement with a sarcastic tone. Well sorry if I don't act as childishly as you do and I don't find the same things as you do as ”fun”. The dinner conversation continued like this for a while until it moved onto the more mundane concerns of the day. But soon it was time for Camiel to leave, everybody was currently in the lobby. It was fun as long as it lasted guys, it's nice to see that you two are doing just fine. I will visit you when I can, so we will meet again. Goodbye for now! Camiel then went through the door while waving her hand until she closed the door. Sakrol looked at Jon and Jon was staring at Sakrol with a light smile on his face. Sakrol wanted to know what was going on in Jon's head so he asked. What now Jon, why are you staring me like that? Jon then continued to stare at Sakrol as he answered. Oh nothing much, the day is still quite young so I thought that maybe I should train you a little bit. You are a Head Hunter after all and I'm sure that a workout will help you with your hunting, I will give you 10 minutes to prepare yourself and then we will go out. Jon then walked to the kitchen to collect the dishes from the table while Sakrol had to ”prepare” himself. Sakrol walked to his room to ”prepare”, mostly he had a chat with his familiar Neurus who was currently sitting on the couch again. Neurus, why didn't you remind me to tell Jon about the whole Head Hunter business? Neurus then answered calmly. I'm not your secretary Sakrol, I'm your familiar that mostly keeps you company and assists you in battle. Sakrol stared at Neurus with a slightly dissapointed expression as he responded. Fine then, I understand... Sheesh, you sure can be helpful in the midst of battle but you sure aren't any help in conversations. Though I can't remember the last time when I had to be so damn social, instead of talking I'd rather have a fight with someone, much more interesting... After Sakrol had done his ”preparations” just like Jon wanted Sakrol walked to the lobby and waited for Jon to be ready. Jon put on his hat and his light grey jacket, he was ready. We will go to the forest again because it's the best place to train stuff like this in peace. Now march forward Sakrol! Jon opened the front door and Sakrol followed with Neurus, it was another trip to the forest.

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(just a... Little more... Speech...)

The sun had already set and it was night time, Jon, Sakrol and Neurus were returning back home from the forest after the long training session. They just arrived at the front door of the apartment and Jon opened the door. Sakrol was extremely tired after the training but Jon seemed to be just okay, he didn't seem tired at all. Sakrol walked in after Jon who was now busy putting his jacket and hat away. What's wrong Sakrol, you seem a little tired after all that. But how can that be, we barely did anything special... Jon tilted his head a little as he looked at Sakrol in a wondering manner. Sakrol looked at Jon with a lightly astonished expression as he thought if Jon was just kidding but that didn't seem to be the case. ”Little tired”...!? I was out of breath when we decided to leave! I don't understand how you are still just as fresh when we went there after all that. And sure, we didn't do anything ”special” over there, if you don't count those crazy things that you were trying to do. In the middle of practicing combat you decide to make things more ”interesting” by lifting a huge boulder and throwing it at me, you also punched a tree to make it fall on top of me. I still don't understand what was the big idea with those! Jon then shaked his head a little and sighed before he spoke. I thought that would be a useful lesson for you since you are an Head Hunter after all, I'm sure none of the monsters that you will encounter will fight fairly. You need to expect the unexpected, like me throwing that boulder and using that tree. It's that simple Sakrol, I do hope that you learned something and you will use that knowledge to prepare yourself for the worst things to happen. Also I couldn't help but notice that you didn't use any magic at all to get yourself out from tight situations, you told me what kinda magic you are able to use but you didn't use any of it in our training. You care to explain me why aren't you using any magic? Sakrol sighed as he was not in the mood for explanations and he just wanted to get to sleep as soon as possible. I don't use magic much, I'd rather avoid using it because I prefer to use just my sword accompanied by a few punches and kicks maybe. I'm strong without using ”magic tricks” to enchance my ability to fight, I only use magic when I really don't want to waste my time on something or I'm in a REALLY bad situation. Now get off my back about it and let me get some sleep, I fight as I please. Sakrol walked to his room as he was mildly irritated by Jon's questioning again, Jon just stood there and scratched his head a little. Oh you... When will he learn... Jon then walked to his room and decided to leave it at that for now. Sakrol threw his coat on the couch where Neurus was already lying on and getting ready to sleep. Sakrol then took of his boots and placed his sword next to his bed as always. He then put the lights off and hopped on to his bed comfortly. Sakrol closed his eyes and he quickly fell asleep as he was quite tired. Tomorrow might be a good day to hunt something.

OOC: Yeah I wrote this in the middle of the night, instead of having one friend stay over I know have two friends staying over... Have to be a gracious host and what not.

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Sakrol slowly woke up this morning, it was really quiet this time around. Sakrol stood up from the bed and stretched his whole body as he yawned. Sakrol then proceeded to look at the red clock that was hanging on the wall, the time was 11:23 A.M according to it. Usually Sakrol would be awake at 9:00 A.M but not this time since Jon wasn't home to wake him up, Jon was probably at his new job. Neurus jumped down from the couch when Sakrol picked up his coat from it and put it on, with everything done he walked to the kitchen with Neurus following him. Sakrol stopped in front of the large white fridge in the kitchen and opened it to look what was inside it. Hmmm... I wonder what I should eat this morning. Neurus, what do you want to eat? Sakrol turned his head to look at his familiar, he waited for an answer. I'd like some meat, is there anything of that sort? Sakrol then resumed to look inside the fridge in search of any kind of meat for Neurus, but Sakrol noticed two plastic boxes that had something written on top of them. Sakrol picked up one of the boxes, the one that had most text written on it. What's this? Something's written on it, is this a message from Jon? Sakrol then proceeded to read the message on the box: ”Dear Sakrol, before I left I made these for you and Neurus. This one is for you and the other one is for Neurus (I wrote your names on the side of the boxes). I took a guess that you don't know how to cook a healthy meal so I did it for you! I also prepared other meals for you to enjoy today like lunch, those are located in similar boxes like this one but are placed at the bottom of the fridge. Have a good day Sakrol”. Now this is kinda going out of control, does he really think that I'm this helpless? Well at least this will save some of my time now that I don't need to fiddle with anything myself. Might as well eat it since he put this much effort in this. Sakrol grabbed both boxes from the fridge and closed the door, he then opened the box that had Neurus's name written on the side and he gave the opened box to Neurus. Seems like you got your wish Neurus, Jon gave you beef and bacon. Now let's see what he wants me to eat this morning. Sakrol opened the box that was meant to him, inside it was fried eggs, potatoes and salad. Could be worse I guess, let's just get this over with and head outside when we are done. Sakrol picked up a plate from the cupboard and placed the fried eggs and the potatoes on it, he then put them all into the microwave. These strange machines that people use in their every day lives are surprisingly easy to use. Sadly there is no use to take them to the Otherworld because of the lack of electricity in there, not that I mind eating food while it's raw but stuff like this makes food so much interesting. When the fried eggs and the potatoes were warm enough Sakrol took the plate out and placed the salad on the plate as well. Sakrol walked to the dining table and sat down on his usual place to eat, it was strange to eat breakfast without Jon. Sakrol was so used to that Jon was always there eating with him that it now felt completely strange and unnatural to eat breakfast without him, Sakrol just thought that he probably had to get used to eating without Jon and having Neurus as his only company for now. After Sakrol was done with eating he looked at Neurus who was also done and Sakrol spoke. You know what Neurus, most of the time when I'm in Jon's company I completely forget about the Otherworld and all of it's worries. I'm starting to wonder what was I suppose to do in Gaia at all and why am I still even here? I guess I'll have to confess that I'm currently having too much fun in here that I'm not focusing on my original goal anymore. Neurus stood up and looked at Sakrol as he calmly spoke. Your original goal was to just get stronger around here so you wouldn't be so easily overthrown from your position in the Otherworld. But was that all that was in there? You could easily have trained yourself in the Otherworld to get back into shape but you chose to do it in Gaia instead, your other goal was to explore the world where humans mostly live. You were highly curious about Gaia since you did collect all that junk over a few years from other demons that brought something back with them when they visited. Sakrol leaned down from his seat towards Neurus and he patted Neurus's head as he spoke. How about you stop saying things that I already know myself? Explaining stuff about myself in front of me isn't helpful at all, sometimes I wonder why you even bother Neurus. Sakrol stopped patting Neurus as Neurus chuckled a bit and continued to speak. I'm just helping you to stop denying your other motives for being here, you really should learn to stop doing that. I thought saying what really goes in your mind would help you realize that, but I guess this is enough for now. Sakrol scratched his head a little as he looked at Neurus, he then stood up and spoke his opinion. Fine then, screw the Otherworld for now and let's just go hunt something. I am a Head Hunter after all, I sure hope this will be entertaining. Come on Neurus, we are going out. Sakrol walked towards the front door as Neurus followed, both of them then headed out from the apartment. Sakrol was excited for this, he had a small smile on his face as they walked along the streets towards the Head Hunters base.

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Sakrol and Neurus were now back at Jon's apartment, but it seems that Jon hasn't arrived yet. There wasn't anything that they could do about that so Sakrol decided that it was time to eat something, he walked to the fridge and he picked up those boxes that Jon had filled earlier with food for him and Neurus. Sakrol gave Neurus the dinner that Jon had meant for him and Sakrol took the one that was for him. Jon had prepared Sakrol a healthy salad, 2 grilled sausages and some mashed potatoes. Sakrol did as earlier and warmed the sausages and the mashed potatoes in the microwave so he didn't have to eat cold food. Sakrol sat down and ate his food at the dinner table, he was wondering when Jon would come back. Jon did say that his shift ends somewhere in the evening but that's all the details he had given, even though if Jon had told Sakrol the exact time it still wouldn't have helped either since Sakrol doesn't know how to read the clock. A clock was another one of those weird human contraptions that is said to count and show time, Sakrol was unsure why people needed such a limitation but he really didn't care about it. Without Jon the whole apartment was a really quiet place, Sakrol figured that it was the perfect moment to take a nap in here. After Sakrol had done eating his meal he immediately walked to his room to use this opportunity to take that nap, he took off his coat, threw it on the couch and he removed his boots and finally jumped on his bed. A good time to relax as any, Sakrol closed his eyes and he fell asleep.

Sakrol started to dream about Elvire, they were in the Otherworld in Serpent's Keep. Elvire was cooking in the castle's kitchen and Sakrol was just standing there watching her progress. Since Sakrol did not realize that this was just a dream it was like this sweet illusion that nothing never happened and Sakrol reacted to it like it was real. So what are you actually doing Elvire? I don't understand much about cooking myself, why warm up food when you can easily just eat it right away on the spot? Elvire turned to look at Sakrol with a light smile on her face and she started to explain Sakrol why food should be cooked. I don't doubt that eating the food right away when it's still raw is a fast way to do it but if you cook whatever you have it will taste much better, especially if you mix in something that will give the food more taste. People in the realm of Gaia have a constant habit to cook the food before eating, that is where I learned to cook in the first place. Just wait patiently Sakrol and soon you can taste the difference between raw and cooked food, I swear that you will like it. Elvire then grabbed a sharp knife and started to cut a few carrots into pieces while Sakrol responded. Really now? So you are saying that cooked food is better than raw food and that people in Gaia waste their time in cooking food? Don't they have more important matters to deal with than warming up some food just so it tastes better, are they really that picky? Well, I always thought that people in Gaia were weak and pathetic and this habit of cooking food proves it. Sakrol wasn't impressed by this at all but Elvire was keen on changing his mind about these things. I wouldn't say that having a habit to cook food makes people in Gaia weak compared to us here in the Otherworld, the one who taught me how to cook was a human who was a master cook but also very good at martial arts. During my training we got two unwanted quests, they were there in order to rob the place from valuables. My teacher had zero problems when he beat the two up and called the police after he was done, mind that those two robbers weren't even human themselves, they were something else. I was surprised myself how one human was able to win two nonhuman beings with bare fists. Elvire then continued her cooking and she hoped that her little experience story changed Sakrol's opinion about the people in Gaia, well at least a little bit. Interesting story but why didn't your teacher just kill the two if he is so good at fighting and do tell me, what is a “police”. Elvire then stopped for a moment to answer Sakrol's questions. My teacher didn't kill the two because he doesn't like killing and there are some laws against unnecessary killing in Gaia. Those two were just criminals after all, they weren't a big thread in the first place so their fates were given to the judge to decide. And a police is a person who enforces the law in Gaia and their job is to protect people when things like that happen. Sakrol felt a little bit confused, there was a lot of things in Gaia that were so different from the customs of the Otherworld. In the Otherworld one had to protect themselves if they wanted to live but in Gaia they had these people known as “police” whose jobs were to protect the people in there, how does that work Sakrol had no idea. Why would anyone in their right mind protect anyone else but themselves? A great mystery indeed but because of that Gaia seemed like a rather interesting place, but Sakrol had no interest in leaving the Otherworld just to see another world which was vastly different and perhaps a bit too weird. Sounds like a crazy world to me, if you need me you can find me in the throne room and if you get bored of being a cook you can always become a maid and start cleaning this place. Catch you later Elvire. Sakrol then left Elvire alone to the kitchen to finish whatever she was doing while he went back to the throne room to chill. Suddenly Sakrol heard some strange noises that seemed quite familiar for some reason...

A loud sudden sound of a door slamming open and a familiar voice was heard. Sakrol are you in here!? Sakrol woke up instantly as he was yet again startled by Jon who seemed to have finally come back from work. Sakrol stood up to look at Jon who was standing at the doorway talking. Oh you were sleeping? I do hope you haven't just slept here the whole day while I've been away, so what have you done today Sakrol? Jon seemed to be just as happy and energetic as usual, even after work. Do you really think I would stay in bed a full day? I was just taking a nap after I had come back from places and done some stuff. I went to hunt and I did some training on my own and after all that I came back to relax a little, do you have something against this? Sakrol put his boots on and he walked to the couch to grab his coat while Jon replied. So you have done something today, you even used the moment to train on your own... But you also went to hunt something, you aren't hurt are you Sakrol? Jon was still a little concerned about the whole hunting business it seems, Sakrol tried to convince Jon that everything was just fine. No I'm not hurt, if I was hurt then why would I immediately go train something on my own? Aren't I supposed to be rather tired after a bloody fight if I got badly injured? Maybe you should just chill a little Jon and stop being worried like that, I can handle myself remember? Jon let out a little sigh as he responded calmly. Fine then, I guess you are right about that. Now then, I do hope you remember that we are going to do a little training together as well? You have 20 minutes to prepare yourself, then we will be off to the forest once again. Jon then left Sakrol's room to do other things before they leave, Sakrol stayed in his room as he sat down on the couch to think. Sakrol sighed as he started to think about the dream that he had, it was that conversation when Elvire was still quite new in the castle. I don't usually dream about dead people, does Elvire's death really bother me this much? I better just forget about it and move on, Elvire was important in the castle but not that important...

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Sakrol was sitting in a bus going towards Jon's apartment, after the incident at the island and getting back to the city docks he didn't waste time to get back to Jon's place. The whole vacation had turned into a disaster and Sakrol wasn't relaxed at all after the long and tiring boat ride. If he wanted a relaxing vacation he might as well go to the Otherworld and be in his home sleeping without interruptions, Sakrol decided to do just that tomorrow morning really.

Getting out of the bus and a small walk to Jon's apartment, Jon was probably home and a little worried since that sort of stuff tends to get into the news fast. Sakrol was preparing for the worst as he went to the elevator and walked in front of Jon's apartment door with the key in his hand, he opened the door and entered only to find that there were no lights on. There was no way Jon was sleeping at this time of the evening, so he wasn't simply home at the moment? Well Sakrol closed the door behind him and decided to wait for Jon to return for now, he went to his room and wondered what he should do in the meantime. But only 3 minutes had passed and Sakrol heard the front door open and close, he exited the room and he saw Jon standing in the lobby putting his jacket away and he seemed a bit exhausted due to the way he was breathing and he looked a bit sweaty. Sakrol casually approached Jon and spoke in a casual way. Where have you been? You seem a bit exhausted, what were you doing outside exactly? Jon was putting away his shoes as he heard Sakrol speak and as soon as he could he turned to look at Sakrol to answer. I didn't expect you to be home so soon Sakrol, and me? Well I was just outside doing some exercise like jogging around the block, it was a real workout you know? Jon was mildly acting weird and his explanation didn't really seem that believable, was he really jogging for several hours non stop or something because that is the only explanation to explain why he is so worn out when usually he is the one looking fresh as always after a hard training session with Sakrol. Sakrol raised his eyebrow in mild disbelief that he really was doing that, at any rate Sakrol continued the conversation. Jogging huh? Well you probably know already why I am back here even though the vacation you set up hadn't ended yet, I assume it already got into the news. Jon walked to the living room couch and sat down on it, Sakrol followed since Jon probably wanted to rest after his exercising so then Jon continued. Oh yeah that, sadly your vacation ended up in a total mess due to terrorists. Well it cannot be helped anymore, I assume that you were able to take care of yourself and well, you got back here safely obviously. Sakrol was unsure what was wrong with Jon, he is usually such a worry ward about his safety since when Camiel mentioned that he was going to join the Head Hunters Organization to hunt some monsters Jon flipped about it totally. But now even when he knew that Sakrol was in possible danger at the island he doesn't act or seem worried if he had hurt himself there, it is like Jon knows that Sakrol wasn't in immediate danger there and everything is okay without even checking. Suspicious indeed and Sakrol wasn't going to shut up about it. Woah hold on just a moment Jon, you knew that I may have been in possible danger and I know you get worried easily but now you seem like everything is cool? It's like you knew all along that nothing was gonna happen to me and I would be back home safely without even a scratch even after all that happened!? Jon and Sakrol stared each other silently for a couple of minutes until Jon then sighted and spoke. Oh fine... I give up, I was there all along spying on you in a disguise. I was very worried about you after all... And that Immortal Shroud that you have wrapped around your neck, well I dropped it to you when that Cockatrice attacked you, used to be mine but I think you need it more right now. It is a dangerous world we live in after all. Sakrol stared at Jon with a disappointed look on his face, he couldn't believe that all that time Jon was there spying on him. Well Sakrol didn't have much to say to that since Jon was just worried as usual but he really shouldn't pull stuff like that, Sakrol only scratched his head and spoke calmly. I see, well... You really should put more trust on me, believe me when I say that I can take care of myself just fine. You have been training me to fight and all that after all, so I should be just fine. Jon crossed his arms and used a moment to think until he then answered. Very well, you are right about that. I'll try not to spy on you like that, since I have trained you for some time now and you should be able to stand on your own in some situations. I did watch how you handled that Cockatrice so I suppose your good for now. Sakrol then nods slightly, but now it was time for another topic. Oh by the way before I forget, since my vacation ended in failure I was thinking about having a visit back at my home in the Otherworld. That place is usually quiet so I would like to spend a day over there, I'm leaving  tomorrow morning just so you know. Sakrol then stood up from the couch and he was walking back to his room to do other things as Jon answered. Sounds like a good idea after all that, well have a relaxing Otherworld visit then. I'm going to make some food, I'll tell you when it is ready. Jon then stood up and walked to the kitchen to do something to eat while Sakrol spend his time in his room reading one of the many books that were in the bookshelf accompanied by his familiar Neurus.

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