A/N This story is about Behind the Scenes of the other stories I've written: Strangers In Remnant, The New Number Hunters, Akame Ga Save, Shelter the Sequel: Arigato and maybe future stories. If you haven't read any of those than I suggest you don't read this for you probably won't get anything.

Warning: Contains small spoilers, lots of typing errors and grammar mistakes; and cringe dialogue. If you do spot any typing errors, please point them out. This chapter was originally meant to have only 4-5 thousands words but I ended up writing over 20,000 words.

And for those who are wondering why I wrote this when I said I was going to be working of Shelter part 2...you'll find out.

Disclaimer: I own none of the characters except for Jason and Jack and all the other OCs I have created.

I sit on one of the chairs and admire my creation. It feels so much more livelier with the people and everything. Even though I know there just my creations which I control but it's still enough to lighten up my mood.

The people talking to each other, the children playing chasey, the music, the animals, the girl with purplish-black hair...wait what?!

I look closer and can't believe my eyes. On the other side of the building, the same girl from yesterday was sitting on one of the chairs staring at the people I created. She looked confused probably because the people I created are ignoring her.

But she's back. For a third time!

I just stared at her not moving from my spot. I observer The girl's movements. She's not moving from her spot but she is looking around the place. She looks at the cartoonish people chatting to each, she looks at the children playing chasey, she looks at...me.

She's looking at me. From her expression I could tell that she instantly recognised me. "It's you!" She exclaimed excitedly.

The girl gets up and walk towards me.

"Hello again." she said still walking towards me. "Wow this is really a surprise to-"

The girl I know as Konno Yuuki didn't finish her line as she accidentally tripped over a chair that I misplaced and ended up falling on the floor face first.

I blink twice before getting up to help her.

Jason, wearing a blue and white directors uniform, grabbed out his microphone and yelled. "CUT!"

As Jason grabbed out his clapperboard while Jack couldn't contain his laughter. "HAHAHAHAHA! That never gets old!"

Shelter The Sequel: Arigato

Part 1: The Countdown (Behind the scenes)

I help Yuuki stand back up and look at her.

"I'm alright." Yuuki said dusting herself off.

I feel a bit guilty since I was the one who misplaced that chair.

Yuuki looks at me and reads my mind like always. "Oh it's okay, it's my fault for being clumsy. Don't worry, it won't happen again."

I look at her a bit doubtful. I'm kinda worried since this has been the third time Yuuki has tripped over something.

Yuuki understood what I was thinking and pouted while crossing her arms. "That's not fair Rin. You've tripped more than I have."

I blush from embarrassment and look at the ground as I remembered.

(FLASHBACK)

I'll first start of by adding land underwater so that the ocean has a bottom floor to it. Once that is down, I stand on the floor made of sand. It's funny, I can walk normally like how I would when above water even though I'm underwater right now.

I start walking forward into the endless nothingness of the ocean I created. What should I add to this empti-

I didn't finish my thought for my right leg went too deep into the sand causing me to trip and fall face first into the sand.

Jason, wearing a blue and white directors uniform, grabbed out his microphone and yelled. "CUT!"

As Jason grabbed out his clapperboard while Jack couldn't contain his laughter. "HAHAHAHAHA! She tripped while underwater! HAHAHAHAHA! The look on her face! HAHAHA!"

Konno Yuuki entered the scene and helped me get back up dusting the sand off my face. "Are you alright?"

I nod. I made a mistake while making the sand, I'll be fine next time.

Yuuki frowned. "Are you sure? This is the seventh time you've tripped."

(FLASHBACK ENDS)

"HAHAHAHAHA! You should've seen the look on her face! HAHAHAHA!" Jack continues.

Jason looks at Yuuki and I with his usually straight face. "Do you need a break?"

"Nope! I can do this all day!." Yuuki shook her head enthusiastically before looking at me. "How about you Rin?"

I shook my head as well. Part 1 was nearly done anyways so we should might as well finish it today.

"Alright then." Jason said about to clap his clapperboard. "Everyone back in their places!"

He yelled even though there were only four people in total in the room.

My name is Rin. I'm from an short anime film called Shelter created by Porter Robinson and Madeon. Ever since Shelter was finished, I've had a lot of free time so I hang around FanFiction writers like Jason, speaking of who, apparently Jason didn't like the ending of Shelter which is why he wrote a sequel to it. That's how I ended up here. Jason is very nice, he rarely smiles and is always serious but he can be very sweet sometimes always giving us breaks when we need it. Although according to Jack, Jason can be very stingy when it comes to endings to a story but I don't really mind. I was completely find with the ending of Shelter, it felt a bit lonely but I still loved it and I just find it interesting that Jason is writing a sequel.

"Rin, Are you ready?" Jason asked who was now on the scene wearing his usual blue and white coat with his hood covering his face.

I snap out of my daydream and quickly nodded, we were now filming the final scene of Shelter the Sequel.

Jason nodded back at me before exiting the box that contained my room getting into position. So did I: I sat on my bed and looked at my tablet acting surprised.

Jack and Yuuki watched off scene.

In a black and red directors uniform, Jack sat in the directors chair and yelled."LIGHTS! CAMERA! ...

"ACTION!"

I don't know how to respond to this. I just stared at my tablet completely frozen.

According to the tablet, I received this message a couple of seconds ago.

It doesn't say who it's from. What did this mean? How does this person know? What do I do? Why? How? What?

I stare at the tablet for who knows how long. But I somehow reached a conclusion.

With very shaky hands I type a reply to the mysterious message. I simply replied

"Yes"

Suddenly, the wall of my room start to disappear into pixels until the room was just a glass box with black borders. The furniture still remained.

I get out of my bed, stand up and look out the window into the abyss of nothingness...My eyes widened.

Standing on air, in the abyss of nothingness, not far from the glass box that I was in...was another person.

The person wore something that looked like the combination of a lab coat and a hoodie. The person's clothes consisted the colours blue and white. He/She wore a hood so I couldn't see his/her face... but I could tell that the person was staring at me.

Both of us didn't move. I didn't move, I was too shocked to do that.

What am I suppose to do?

Honestly all I could do we stare back at the mysterious person. I don't know how much time passed, I never kept track of time, but it felt like forever.

Suddenly, my entire room starts shaking. It wasn't shaking viciously. No it was shaking softly but it still felt scary. I was still able to remain standing and not fall over, the person wearing blue and white is still there.

Suddenly, pieces of my line of vision started turning to black. Pixel by pixel, I slowly saw everything disappear until everything went black.

"AND CUT!"

I sigh in relief as Part 1 of Shelter was finally over. It sure was tiring but worth it.

Yuuki immediately jumped from her spot, ran towards me and excitedly hugged me. "GREAT JOB RIN! YOU WERE GREAT! and you finally finished filming as well, oh Rin I'm so proud of you!"

The hug felt nice. It always did when Yuuki did it.

Jason looks at Jack. "You recorded that right?"

"Of course I did!" Jack said pretending to be offended.

I smile as Yuuki finally broke the hug and looked back at Jason. "SO! When's the final chapter coming out?"

Jason thought about that question for a moment. "Well...depends, I might write a few more chapters of Strangers In Remnant and Akame Ga Save. Depending on how long part 2 stretches out, I might need to split Shelter the sequel into three chapters instead of two."

I nod slowly processing the information. So far Jason has written four stories in total and none of them are finished yet including Shelter. His currently trying to juggle them all which is why his always so tired and busy. I also heard from Yuuki that Jason is going to write another story about the Vocaloids which is going to be a one-shot. Sometimes I wonder how Jason is managing all these stories at once.

"I can't." Jason said interrupting my thoughts. "I can barely manage one story by itself. I actually don't know why I decided to write more stories all at once."

I blink and nod again. I can't talk, I can say my name and couple of other words but that was it.

"Well I better get going." Jack said. "We have to go and film the other stories."

"Before we go." Jason added. "Any questions."

"I have one?" Yuuki said raising her hand. "How does time work Behind The Scenes?"

Her question was met with silence. Jack and Jason looked at each before looking back at Yuuki.

To my surprise Jack and Jason just shrugged. "We actually don't know. Time is messed up in this place."

"Depending on where you are, the date or time might jump forward or even backwards." Jason explained. "There's actually no order when it comes to dates."

"What's the date now." Yuuki asked out of curiosity.

"21st of August." Jason replied with a straight face.

Yuuki's eyes widened and looked at the calendar. "SERIOUSLY! I swear it was 24th of April just a moment ago."

"Exactly." Jack answered with a grin. "When we finished "Shelter the Sequel: The Countdown, It was 24th of April. But it then changed to 21st of August."

Both Yuuki and me just stare at Jack confusingly.

"It's better not to think about it. It's not really important." Jason assured.

Yuuki was about to ask another question when I suddenly grabbed her by the arm and stated pulling her towards the exit. I was just reminded of something and now I needed to get ready.

Yuuki was a bit surprised by my action. "Whoa Rin! Slow down! What's wrong-"

By then Yuuki and I had already left the set while Jack and Jason are left staring confusingly at the exit.

Jack turned and looked at Jason. "Since when did Rin start doing Vlogs?"

Jason just shrugged before sighing. "Come on, we got work to do."

Were in the hallways right now. Even though this building isn't that big, I get lost a lot.

Yuuki looked at me. "Rin? Are you...vlogging?"

I ignore her question and-

"Your ignoring my question?!" Yuuki exclaimed.

and continue to drag here along the hallways before stopping at an intersection of hallways. Right. Left. Forward. Diagonal.

"Rin! Slow down what's wrong!" Yuuki said now panting.

I let go of her hand and stare at her right straight in the eyes.

Yuuki looks back at me.

"..." I stare.

Yuuki blinked twice before exclaiming. "EHHHHHHHHH?!"

"..." I smile at her reaction.

"Are you serious?" Yuuki asked. "R-REALLY?!"

"..." I nod.

Yuuki seemed a bit skeptical. "Wait, how do you know?"

I stare back at her not saying a word.

"OHHHHH!" Yuuki understood my thoughts straight away. "Oh my gosh, Why didn't I see that?"

I shrugged. Lots of people didn't really see it...well, everyone hasn't noticed yet except for me.

"We should tell everyone!" Yuuki suggested.

I shake my head.

"Why not?"

I want it to be a surprise for everyone.

"Oh okay." Yuuki said understanding my motives. "But how are we going to do it then?"

We'll tell everyone to gather in one of the lounge rooms because of something important.

Yuuki slowly nodded. "I guess it's worth the try."

We should split up, we'll spread the faster that way.

"Are you sure?" Yuuki asked now looking at with concerned. "But you can't talk. How are you going to tell them?"

Don't worry, I'll be fine. We should probably get going though.

We exit the building only to greeted by the freezing cold winds of the afternoon.

Yuuki shivered. "Geez, it sure is cold. Are you sure you'll be okay?"

I nod while I shiver as well.

Knowing that I won't give up, Yuuki sighed in defeat. "Fine, be careful okay. Don't be afraid to 'talk' to people, everyone here is nice."

I give her a reassuring nod.

"Well, I guess I'll start by telling Asuna." Yuuki said before turning to the right. "Cya Rin! Don't get lost again okay!"

I smile as I stand there, waving back at Yuuki until she walked out of my line of vision.

After she was gone, I take in a breath of determination.

I look at the building that I just left. Jason builds a building for each story he writes, so far this small town only has four buildings: Strangers In Remnant, Akame Ga Save, The New Numbers Hunters and of course the building I'm looking at right now, Shelter The Sequel: Arigato.

The building where Strangers In Remnant is filmed on the other hand is enormous and has about 33 floors and still continuing so compared to the building where Shelter The Sequel: Arigato is filmed, it's quite small. Since it's only a two-shot, there's only two floors although Jason did mention earlier that there might a third one.

I rarely left this building and whenever I did, I would always get lost and wait for someone like Jason or Yuuki to find me. The only people I hanged around with were Yuuki and Jason because of my nervousness around other people.

But that's going to change today. I'm going to be brave today.

Because today is a special day and I can't ruin that.

I take in a deep breath and walked left.

The four building were directly next to each other, they lay a fair distance from each other with pathways connecting them.

I should've brought a jacket, it was freezing and all I was wearing was the clothes I usually wear when filming Shelter. I hug myself as the wind continued to blow.

It wasn't long until I reached a averaged sized building. I was too cold to see which building it was so I went straight in.

As soon as my feet steped through the door, my face was hit with a wave of warmth. Looks like they turned on the heaters.

I look around the lobby before entering a door that led to a series of hallways.

I gulped, a little bit of my courage dropped but I continued.

Maybe we should've not split up, Yuuki was always with me every time I went to another building.

I didn't know which way was which so I just followed my instincts, listening to nearby sounds.

I hear explosions and loud noises and walked towards it.

Finally I reach a door where the boisterous noise was coming and enter.

I was greeted with the sight of a acting set similar to the one I filmed in instead this place had way more people. Cameras, digital monsters, and other recording equipment.

At the sight of other people, all the courage I felt before went down the drain and I hid behind a crate. It seems they were in the middle of filming.

"Sister..."

"Yes"

"When we arrived in the world of Disboard. I thought life was totally bugged out, but it turned out it was the perfect world for us."

As Sora says this, a flying floating vehicle that they have never seen before flies above them through the air.

"This time I'm certain... LIFE IS FINALLY BUGGED OUT!"

"What's going on" Sora says, as tears fall out.

"Why does this always happen to us" They both say at the same time.

"And...CUT!" Yelled Jack who was directing the whole thing.

The New Number Hunters: Chapter 1 (Behind the Scenes)

Immidietly Sora's sad expression and tears turned into a disappointed sigh. "Everything before was okay but that scene just then was just pure cringe."

Shiro agreed. "You copied that scene straight from No Game No Life episode 1."

Jack sighed. "Honestly I couldn't agree with you more. but it's what Jason wrote in the script."

"Where is Jason?" Shiro asked.

Jack shrugged. "Who knows, that guy always so busy he hardly stays in one place. Anyways, do you guys need a break or do you want to continue?"

"We're fine with anything." Sora replied.

"Continue it is!" Jack declared. "Alright! Everyone back in their places."

Because of my awkwardness, I ended waiting for the whole time. Although I would be lying if I said I didn't enjoy watching. Everything was so futuristic, I saw a lot of fascinating creatures and there were so many people playing as extras. Shelter doesn't have any extras so the acting set is pretty much always deserted. I wasn't used to seeing this much people at much. According to Jason, this is something I had to get used to because...well I can't really spoil anything.

Looks like they're filming the last scene:

"I end my turn. Looks like your not as good as you say."

Red Eyes Black Dragon: 1700 - 2400 ATK.

The Gambler's Turn

The man growls in anger "Don't push your luck Kid. I DRAW!"

1700 LP,

Suddenly the man smiles evilly. "Sorry kid, but your luck has just run out."

As he says this, A dark aura surrounds The Gambler and a number is shown on his fist. Sora expected this, he prepared for the worst.

"I play the spell card Monster Reborn. I special summons Dice Warrior from the graveyard!"

Dice Warrior returns to the field.

"From my hand, I summon another Dice Warrior"

Two dice warriors are now on the field.

"You've had your fun, But now it's time to get serious. I OVERLAY MY TWO LEVEL 4 DICE WARRIORS. WITH THESE TWO UNITS I BUILT THE OVERYLAY NETWORK! I XYZ SUMMON... NUMBER 85 CRAZY BOX.

The Gambler summons an Rank 4 Fiend/Effect XYZ Monster with 3000 ATK.

"And...CUT!" Yelled Jack with his microphone. "And that's a wrap everybody, great job."

As soon as those words were yelled, everybody on set started relaxing. I stare at Sora and Shiro in awe, they didn't make one mistake while they were acting unlike me who always trips and makes mistakes.

The Gambler's evil smile instantly turned into a gentle and kind smile. He looked at Sora. "Great job. You sure are an excellent actor."

Sora just chuckled, his sly grin stuck to his face. "I say you're a much better actor. All I have to do is act like myself."

The Gambler chuckled back. "I'm honoured to hear that. Well, see you later. I've been told chapter 2 will take a long time to complete so I might not see you while."

Sora shook hands with The Gambler left along with all the other extras.

Before Sora could say something, Jack's phone rang.

Jack quickly picked it up. "Hello? ...oh hey Sing-Love...really? ...right now? ...oh okay just wait, I'm coming."

Jack put down his phone and looked back at Sora and Shiro. "Hey, I gotta go and film Akame Ga Save CYA!"

Without saying another word, a red and black portal appeared behind him and before anyone could say a word, Jack was gone.

Sora sighed. He knew it was going to ages until The New Number Hunters Chapter 2 would come out since Jason declared he wanted to finish the other stories first. Sora knew it was a bad idea to start more than one story at a time but Jason obviously didn't listen to him.

Still holding Sora's hand, Shiro turned and looked at some crates.

Sora looked at Shiro. "What's wrong sisters?"

Shiro pointed at the crates. Sora looked and saw pink hair and two eyes staring back at them behind the crates.

"We know you're there!" Sora said. "You can stop hiding."

I froze for a second. For a moment I completely forgot that my presence existed. I hesitantly stand up and walk towards them. As I got closer, I slowly regret splitting up. Usually Yuuki did all the talking whenever we met someone else. I shake off the thought, there's no turning back now.

I politely and shorlty bowed my head when I stood in front of them.

Recognition flashed before Sora's eyes.

Shiro noticed it. "Know her?"

Sora slowly nodded. "Yeah...You're Rin from Shelter if I'm not mistaken."

I nervously nodded. I was honoured that they knew me even though this was our first time meeting. I already knew who they were though.

Thanks to Yuuki I basically know a little bit about single character in this town since she always talks about how cool they are. It was funny, I knew the name of every single person in this town and yet I've never met any of them until now.

If my memory is right, Sora and Shiro are from this anime called... No Game No Life.

Sora was tall, had red spiky hair, red eyes, dark bags under his eyes; and he even had the crown that was on his left arm.

Shiro was much shorter than her brother. She had long, white messy hair and her mouth resembled that of a cat.

They looked exactly like how Yuuki described them.

"So what brings you here Rin?" Sora asked.

I stare back at them.

Can you two please gather in the lounge room of Shelter, it's important.

Sora and Shiro just blink and stare at me. They remained silent as I waited for their response.

Then, Sora spoke. "If you're trying to tell us something with that face with yours then I'm sorry to say but I'm not a mind reader."

I mentally slap myself. That's right only Yuuki, Jack and Jason can...you know. Anyways, I suddenly remembered why I brought my tablet.

I take out my tablet. Pressing a buttons, a holographic stylus appeared and write a few words trying really hard to spell them correctly. I finished writing and showed them.

Sora reads the words that I wrote on my tablet...his squinting... I hope he can read my writing.

"You want us to gather in the lounge room of Shelter?" He finally says.

I nodded.

"Why is it important?" Shiro asked.

I erase the words on my tablet and write new words on the tablet: It's a surprise.

Shiro and Sora looked at each.

"Well, it's not like we have anything else to do." Sora pointed out.

Shiro just nodded. Sora hummed softly before facing me. "Sure why not."

I smile excitedly. I bowed my head again which was my way of saying thank you before turning towards the exit.

"You might want to wear some sandals before you go?" Sora asked making me stop.

I look down and realised that I was barefoot.

Now outside, with borrowed sandals, I take in a deep breath. With newly found courage and determination, I turn to start running.

I actually talked to people besides Yuuki...by myself!

I start running, it was getting dark now and the sun was almost setting. The icy winds that blew past me reminded me of how cold it was outside now but I keep going. Yuuki has probally told a lot of people by now. Knowing her, she would probally race into conversations whenever she sees people.

I could now see my breath in the form of small clouds as I exhaled. The wind continued to blow making it freezing cold but I continue to run and head towards-

My head bumps face-fist into someone's chest and I end up falling backwards onto the ground...well, that's what I thought was going to happen. The person I bumped into must've had great reflexes because he or she grabbed my left arm just before I hit the ground.

My right arm clutched my tablet hard as I look. It was women.

The women's iron grip on my arm, softened and she gently pulled me up so I was standing up again.

She had blue circular eyes that glowed in the dark and her skin was extremely pale as though her skin had never met the sun. Her hair was tied into an uneven ponytail, wore black gloves, boots and jacket.

The women remained deadly silent and she just looked at me. Staring at me with a face that showed no emotions.

She was only about 1cm taller than me yet I felt so short with her staring at me.

As the silence among both of us continued, I thought...maybe she wants me to introduce myself. I open my mouth and say one of the only words I can actually say.

"R-R-Rin."

My name was met with silence as the women didn't say anything. She just stared at me.

She didn't need to tell me her name though...I already know who she was. If Yuuki described her correctly then...the person right in front of me was none other than Black Rock Shooter herself.

According to Yuuki, Black was one of the main reasons why Strangers In Remnant began in the first place. Yuuki talked about everyone but there were times where she would talk nonstop about Black, they were both featured in Strangers so they have met before. The words Yuuki used to describe her was mysterious and cool.

The icy cold wind blew making me shiver even more. My hugged myself trying to gain warmth but to it hardly did anything. My clothes didn't cover my arms or legs so they were shaking non stop.

Black's eyes trailed up and down my figure from my feet to my face. She looked unimpressed and sighed.

"Here." Her voice was so brief and soft that anyone who wasn't listening closely would've missed it.

What happened next was completely unexpected.

Acting like it was a normal thing, Black took off her jacket and offered it to me.

I stare at her like the moon had just turned blue. Black remained silent as we both just stood there staring.

Knowing it would be rude to deny, I reach for the jacket but then stopped out of hesitation for a second or two...before softly grabbing the jacket.

I held the jacket just staring at it, not believing that I was actually holding it.

I look back at Black and my eyes widened a bit. Now that she wasn't wearing a jacket anymore, I realised that she was just wearing a black bikini along with the black boots and gloves.

Black motioned her head telling me to put on the jacket.

I hesitantly put it on. I instantly feel guilty putting it on since now Black was barely wearing anything. With most of her skin exposed, isn't she cold?

The jacket surprisingly felt more warmer than I expected. The sleeves were a bit longer than my arms and the length of the jacket went from my neck to all the way to my feet. I bowed my head thanking her for the jacket.

Right on cue, cold icy winds blew past us bring the freezing cold temperature with it. The jacket helped a lot but I still shivered a bit.

Black on the other hand didn't even flinch. She remained still, completely unfazed by the cold despite the lack of clothing.

Without saying another word, Black looked ahead and walked past me.

I suddenly remembered.

With my body moving on it's own, I turn around and grabbed her arm.

Black slowly turned her head and stared right into my eyes.

Surprised at my own action, I quickly take a step back and bowed my head apologetically. It was cold yet I felt heat fill up in my cheeks.

Black continues to look at me probably waiting for me to say something.

Like with Sora and Shiro, I take out my tablet and use it to tell Black to meet up in the lounge room of Shelter.

At first I expected her to ask why, but instead she simply nodded and then walked away.

I stood there staring dumbfoundedly as Black walked out of sight.

She nodded...did that mean yes? I can't tell since she didn't say much...although now that I think about it, Yuuki did mention that Black only talked to this one girl named Mato Kuroi and rarely says anything to anyone else including Jason.

The wind blew again and I snuggled myself inside Black's jacket. I felt much warmer but at the same time I felt really guilty.

Not sure on how to react to that, I turn around and walked in the opposite direction.

Only to be face to face with yet another girl.

Successfully jump scaring, I jumped back out of shock almost tripping backwards. It seems she was standing there whole time in silence.

The girl had teal hair and her hair was tied into twin tails. In her right hand, there was a white plastic bag with a green vegetable.

There was a small smile on the girl's face and I instantly recognised who I was standing in front of.

Yuuki told me about them. They weren't human nor were they robots. I knew I would be meeting lots of people today but I never thought I would actually meet one of them.

Hatsune Miku. A Vocaloid. Living beings gifted with the talent of singing. They weren't human nor were they robots is what Yuuki said to me once.

Miku didn't say anything. Instead she simply took out a...Green Onion? Spring Onion? Or is it a Leek? I actually can't tell, they all look the same.

She took out the green vegetable out of her plastic bag and offered it to me.

I blink in confusion but then I remember Yuuki saying that Miku did the same thing when she met Miku.

I slowly take it and nibble on it. I've never tried this vegetable so this was a new experience to me. I totally understood why Miku liked it so much, it had a very unique taste to it especially for a vegetable.

Miku smiled even brighter seeing my reaction. She then turned around and motioned her head telling me to follow her. Out of curiosity, I nodded and follow after her.

Both of us ended up in this building that was still under construction meaning Jason hadn't published the story yet.

We entered the building.

"How long is this One-shot Vocaloid story going to be anyway." Yukari asked.

IA remained silent for a second before replying. "Knowing Jason. Portably really long."

Yukari sighed. "I know right, every time Jason says a chapter will be short, he always ends up writing over 10,000 words. You know Strangers In Remnant chapter 33...apparently Jason only planned to write like 3-4 thousands words for that chapter but ended up writing over 12,000 words. Man, Jason is way too busy these days. I appreciate he wants to make a story about us but he should as least make some time for himself rather than stressing himself like Master always does...speaking of who, Master is a great actor don't you think?" Yukari commented.

"I don't think his acting though." IA said with a blank expression.

"True." Yukari admitted remembering Master acting like an emotionless character. "Where is Master anyway? Where's everyone else?"

Luka took another slip of tea before answering. "Kaito went to get ice-cream. Lily and Gumi are recording a song. Don't know where the Kagamine twins are and everyone else are probably visiting the Strangers In Remnant building. For Miku...well, I actually don't-"

At that moment, Miku and I entered the lounge room.

"Speak of the devil." Yukari commented before her eyes drifted to me. "Who's your friend?"

"Welcome back Miku." Luka smiled politely, she seemed more happier now. She looked at me. "oh hello there. What's your name?"

"R-R...Rin." I stuttered. I still wasn't believing that I in the same room with four other Vocaloids: Hatsune Miku, Yuzuki Yukari, IA and Megurine Luka.

A fan would've freaked out and screamed if they were in my position but I simply stayed still, my feet glued to the floor with my eyes staring in awe.

Yuuki had shown me a couple of songs which were sang by the Vocaloids and I loved them.

Luka smiled. "Hello Rin. My name is Luka. Nice to meet you, ."

"That's cool. You have the same name as our friend, Kagamine Rin." Yukari pointed out. It was then she noticed the green vegetable that I was nibbling. "You know you don't actually need to eat that, Miku doesn't really mind what you do with it."

IA bowed her head awkwardly with a blank expression. "Nice to meet you."

I bowed my head even more awkwardly towards her. I still wasn't used to greetings.

"So, what brings you here?" Yukari asked casually. "Miku must have a reason if she brought you here."

I honestly didn't know myself. I confusingly look at Miku who simply just smiled at me.

I was somehow able to read her face like a book...she knows. Miku knows what today is. She knows that today is a special day.

I remembered my main objective and take out my tablet, writing the words that I wanted to say.

"The lounge room of Shelter?" Luka repeated to confirm it.

I nodded.

"May I ask why it's so important?" Luka asked politely.

I shook my head.

"Oh! so it's a surprise." Yukari grinned. "Sounds interesting."

Luka and IA looked at each other, unlike Yukari they felt a bit skeptical. I don't blame them, this is the first time we've met after all.

Fortunately, Miku gave IA and Luka a reassuring smile telling them they could trust me.

"Well if Miku thinks so then I guess there's no harm in doing so." Luka said finally making a decision. "Do you want us to invite the others."

I nodded excitedly.

Luka smiled. "We'll tell everyone in our group chat then."

"Already on it!" Yukari said who was already on her phone.

I smiled, proud of myself, I turn and looked at Miku who smiled back at me.

She definitely knows. There's no doubt about that. Like me, Miku knows what today is.

I bowed my head in gratitude to all four of them before turning to leave.

"See you later!" Yukari waved goodbye before grinning at herself. "Get it? SeeU."

IA had no comment for that.

After I left, Luka looked at Miku. "She sure is quite the unique one isn't she?"

Miku nodded in agreement but didn't say anything.

While Yukari was informing everyone in the Vocaloid group chat, she noticed IA looked really confused. "What's wrong IA?"

IA looked at Yukari. "Why was Rin wearing Black Rock Shooter's jacket?"

Back outside in the freezing winds of the night, I proceeded to the next building. With black's jacket, I now felt a lot warmer and could run faster.

The moon has already risen and the night sky had already taken over the sky. Clutching onto my table, I run faster. I needed to hurry up, otherwise it'll be too late for-

"Too late for what?"

I freeze dead in my tracks. That voice...I already knew whose voice it was. It was a voice I knew very well. I slowly turned and looked.

It was Jason. He wore his usual blue and white coat with his hood opened so I saw his facial expression. Despite the serious expression that Jason usually wore, he somehow looked more depressed than usual.

I start panicking which Jason obvious noticed.

"Whoa calm down Rin. It's me, I'm not going to shoot you or anything like that."

I have to think. But don't think about it. Just think about something completely not relevant, he might find out-

"Find out what?" Jason asked interrupting my train of thought.

Umm n-nothing. I wasn't thinking of anything.

Jason looked at me suspiciously. "Are you alright Rin?"

Yeah, I'm fine. Totally okay, it's very cold today but the buildings have great heaters.

It seemed Jason was about to question me further but something that appeared more interesting to him caught his attention. "Why are you wearing Black's Jacket?"

I looked down at the ground in guilt. Even though Black let me borrowed it, I still couldn't help but feel sorry for her since now she's probably walking around in this freezing cold weather without her jacket, hardly wearing anything.

Maybe I should I give it back to her-

"No." Jason said before I could give him Black's jacket so that he can return it. "If Black really did give it to you then she must have her reasons. Keep it for now, just don't forget to give it back."

I nodded and I snuggled myself back into Black's jacket.

Jason then turned to walk away but not before turning his head to tell me. "Oh by the way Rin, you left your teddy bear in the building, want me to get it?"

I shook my head. It's alright, I'm going to come back anyways. Thanks for the offer though.

Jason just stared at me for a second, it seemed he was about to question me again but decided against. "Okay then, well see you later."

I wave at him as he walks further and further.

As Jason walked away, he sighed. Jason respected people's privacy so he didn't question any further, he had lots of work to do anyways.

He sighed again as his thoughts drifted elsewhere.

The cold wind blew again and Jason couldn't help but feel...dispirited. He felt this empty feeling in his stomach even though he had just ate.

Jason looked up at the night sky. "I feel like I'm forgetting something."

I arrived in the next building. Like the other buildings, warm air filled the rooms. I stood in the middle of the lobby not knowing which building I was in.

This building was averagely sized: It wasn't tiny nor was it ginormous.

Like last time I walked through a red double door and into a series of hallways.

I eventually reached a door where the sound was the loudest. I slowly open the door slightly and peek in.

My luck must've kicked in since they seemed to be filming their last scene. Jack and a another women were currently on set. The women looked exactly like Black Rock Shooter but instead she had white hair and magenta eyes.

I watched them as they acted.

"Ice-cream is usually something you want to savour which is why you lick it." Sing-love answered "If you bite it, you'll finish the ice-cream too quickly. If you licking the ice-cream, you can taste the ice-cream longer."

"Good point." Jack said with a face full of contempt. With a straight face he replied "Hmm...but how are you suppose to finish it? Licking an ice-cream would take forever to finish. Wouldn't it just end up melting?"

Sing-love looked at the sky and thought about Jack's question. "Well, of course you wouldn't lick the whole thing. I guess if you've had enough, you can just eat the rest. Although, I still think Ice-cream should be savoured instead of being eaten like an actual meal."

"I guess in the end, it depends on the type of ice-cream."

"Does it depend on the type of ice-cream or the type of person?" Sing-love asked.

Jack placed his hand on his chin and search for an answer. "I think it's both. I guess it's all just an opinion."

"Yeah, I guess you right about that."

"You know a sunny egg? Do you eat the yellow bit first, the white bit first or do you eat them together?"

"AND...CUT!"

Akame Ga Save: Save The Hardship (Behind The Scenes)

"What do you think Esdeath?" Jack asked continuing the weird conversation.

Esdeath immediately stood up and walked away. "I have no time for such pointless conversations."

Meanwhile Mine, Tatsumi, Wave, Kurome and Akame were watching with blank expressions.

"Can someone please tell me why that scene still exist?" Mine asked.

Tatsumi didn't know anymore. "Jason said something about the chapter needing a bit more comedy."

"That's not comedy." Mine countered instantly. "That's just stupid. Geez what was he thinking when he wrote that scene."

Wave tried to defend the author's name but found it very difficult. "Come on guys, give him some slack, at least his hard-working."

Mine and a couple of others highly doubted that statement.

Sing-love continued Jack's conversation out of boredom. "I don't know, I usually don't eat sunny eggs."

"WHY ARE YOU TWO STILL GOING?!" Tatsumi exclaimed.

Akame and Kurome didn't seem to care about the scene that they just filmed, but the mention of ice-cream and sunny eggs did make them hungry.

It was at that moment, Sing-love turned her head to look at me making me freeze.

By then my body had already moved on it's own just take a closer look.

"Well, Well, Well...what do we have here?" Sing-love asked as she started moving closer to me until we were face to face.

It felt strange, Yuuki told me about Sing-love but it still felt weird meeting her in person.

Sing-love shared the same face as Black Rock Shooter which is probally why some people call her White Rock Shooter.

But unlike Black, Sing-love had a wide grin on her face which kinda creeped me out since I was already used to emotionless Black.

"Well aren't you just adorable." Sing-love commented leaning way too close towards my face to a point where our noses were a centimeter apart. "But may I ask why you're wearing my daughter's jacket? Did you...steal it?"

I stood there frozen, staring wide-eyed into Sing-love's circular magenta eyes.

I slowly shook my head hoping she'll believe me. I didn't steal it, she gave it to me.

Sing-love looked at me for a moment before her smile turned into a grin that was full of amusement. "Awww, so Black isn't so unemotional after all." she reminded herself to teased Black about that later.

I sigh in relief, wait...did she say daughter? I never knew that. I thought Sing-love and Black were twins.

I look at Sing-love confusingly which Akame noticed.

"Black isn't Sing-love's daughter. Stella is but not Black." Akame said answering my unsaid question. "She just likes to call Black her daughter to tease her?"

"Wow! You must be very close to Black if she gave you her jacket." Tatsumi commented. "The first greeting I got from Black was a cold glare."

Actually, I've only met Black once. Even I don't know why she gave it to me.

Akame and Kurome paid no attention to me since they were more focused on the packets of chips that Jack gave them a couple of seconds ago.

Jack then looked at me. "Oh hey Rin! This is very unlike you to go and visit here."

Oh I thought I would do something new today and meet more people that's all. I've met a lot of different people today.

Jack just looked at me both suspiciously and amusingly. "Are you sure that's it?" He walked closer to me, his eyes never left mine. Jack wore his usual black and red lab coat/cloak with his hoodie opened.

I start panicking a little bit. If this staring continued, Jack will find out what today is and-

"OHHHHHHH!" Jack suddenly exclaimed. "I see what you're doing."

He knows. I look at him with pleading eyes.

Jack just chuckled. "Don't worry, I won't tell anyone. I don't like to spoil surprises just as much as you don't. It's just..." He grinned amusingly. "Right! I haven't introduced you yet. Everyone! Meet Rin! She's the main character of Shelter."

"Nice to meet you Rin." Wave greeted.

"Another newbie huh?" Mine asked rhetorically.

Akame and Kurome waved at me with blank expression but didn't say anything since their mouths were too busy chewing chips.

I waved back at them awkwardly.

"You've already met Sing-love." Jack stated. "Now that introduction are finished, you should probably get going."

I look at him confusingly.

"Don't worry, I'll tell them." Jack said, his grin never left his face.

"But she just got here." Tatsumi pointed out.

"She's... in a hurry, isn't that right Rin?" Jack asked even though he knew the answer to it. "You don't want to this special day to end too soon now do you?"

Jack made an apostrophe with his fingers when he said the word special.

I look back at him a bit hesitate. before finally turning to leave. No without waving goodbye of course.

After I left, all eyes in the room turned to Jack.

"What was that about?" Mine asked.

"What do you mean special day?" Wave added.

Jack just grinned. "You'll find out. For now. we should probally get going."

"Where are we going?" Sing-love asked out of curiosity.

"But there are still a couple of scenes we haven't filmed yet-" Tatsumi pointed.

"That can wait." Jack replied evasive. "It's not everyday a character like Rin will actually remember what today is after all."

If I counted correctly, I've been to all the buildings in this town except for Strangers- Oh my it's cold.

The moon was already high in the sky with no visible clouds yet the wind continued to blow.

Snuggling myself more into Black's jacket, I break into a run although my sprint was no different to my jog.

The warmth I felt inside Black's jacket encouraged me to keep going even though the wind was blowing against me.

The pathways made of concrete were icy cold but luckily I had sandalls thanks to Sora.

It wasn't pitch black, there were lamp post about 5 meters apart from each other. The lamppost and the pathway was the only thing that connected the buildings...it hasn't even been a full year since Jason started writing this universe after all. The only structures that existed were the building used for each story that Jason wrote.

I continue to sprint the speed of a jogger through the night-

I bumped into someone, wow I seem to be bumping into everyone today.

I trip over but quickly regained my balance before I fell over, my left arm held onto my tablet tightly.

"Oh my, I'm so sorry, are you akay?" said a gentle yet eerie voice.

I turn around and look to see a girl the exact same height as me. She wore a gothic type dress and his black hair covered one of her eyes.

"Ara-ara, am my mistaken or are wearing Black's jacket?"

I noded.

I knew who this person was. Yuuki talked to me about her once. Although I forgot whether she was a villain or anti-hero...I actually don't know.

"Awww, that's nice of her." the girl commented. "Let me introduce myself. My name is Kurumi Tokisaki and I'm a spirit." she declared casually as if it was a normal thing to say in greetings.

I bow my head politely. "R-Rin."

"Ara-ara, aren't you the shy one. So what's an adorable girl like you doing in a cold night like this?"

I point in the direction where the building of Strangers In Remnant stood and Kurumi quickly understood.

"Ara, you still have quite far till you reach that building." Kurumi said before turning around to face the opposite direction. "Well, good luck. Hope you have a safe trip."

I wave back at her before turning around to face the opposite direction.

I stop and think: What's Kurumi doing walking around? She's only featured in Strangers In Remnant so why is headed for the other buildings.

I shrug off the question because it was probally none of my business. If I could talk I would've asked though.

Before I could walk again and head towards my destination, I heard Kurumi's voice again.

"Looks like it's your lucky day Rin."

I turn around and look at Kurumi who was seemed to be reading an email that was just sent to her.

"It seems the information Oragami gave me was false...Shido-san is still in the Strangers In Remnant building." Kurumi stated before looking back at me. "If you like, I could might as well take you there with me."

I nod happily with a smile. Even though Kurumi seemed to be the villain type of person, she seemed kind and it'll be nice to have someone to talk to as I walk. I could probally find out more about Kurumi and her personality since Yuuki only talked about her once...or twice...or was it three times? From what I gathered from Yuuki, Kurumi's a famous and lovable character from an anime called Date A Live.

Wait a minute, what did Kurumi mean when she said 'take me there with her'

My question was answered when a dark light engulfed Kurumi making me step back.

The dark light faded and Kurumi was still standing in the same only this time she was wearing something completely different: She wore orange and black frills, giving her the appearance of an elegant Gothic Lolita with uneven twintails. On her head, she wore a big crimson net bow to hold her hair. She also wore a red and black collar on her neck. Her hair no longer covered her eye revealing a small yellow clock eye.

Without warning, Kurumi picked me up bridal style, levitated off the ground and started flying towards the Strangers In Remnant building.

My throat let out a soft gasp as soon as my feet left the ground.

With my eyes closed, I suddenly felt wind blow harder against me. I held my tablet harder, putting it under Black's jacket which I was still wearing.

I dared myself to open my eyes and look down...I immediately regret that decision as I saw we were really high up...really high.

If I could scream, I would've at that moment. Instead, I silently close my eyes shut and hanged onto Kurumi for dear life which only made Kurumi giggle.

My body was completely frozen. I've never been this high before. It's fine when I'm in that digital world, I can go as high as I want with no signs of fear whatsoever since I wouldn't feel anything if I fell. But I'm not in that world...I've once fell off a coach and landed on top of Yuuki in this world...It didn't end well.

If I fell now at this height then...

"Hehehehe." I heard Kurumi giggle, she was probally enjoying the sight of my reaction.

Thanks to Black's jacket I felt warm but the wind that blew against my face was freezing.

After a while of just hearing Kurumi giggle and the wind blowing against her face, I heard Kurumi call.

"Oh Rin, you might want open your eyes now. I promise you it's not a trick."

I hesitated since Kurumi's tone of voice sounded like a women talking to her puppy. Out of curiosity, I took the gamble and slowly open my eyes.

Within seconds, my fear of falling transformed into utter amazement: It was the Strangers In Remnant Building.

Yuuki has told me about it countless of times but seeing it in person...no proper words could explain it. It was ginormous both in width and height...especially the height. Even though Kurumi was flying high in the air, the height of the building still stretched much taller.

At least now I know why this building was a bit far from the others.

Kurumi reached the front of the building and slowly levitated downwards until her feet touched the ground. She politely placed me down as soon as we reached the ground.

Happy to be back on the floor, I look and take a moment to just admire the view of the building.

Kurumi smiled in amusement. "Ara? Is this your first time being here?"

I slowly nod, wondering if the building in front of me was just a mirage: It was like a school, office building, skyscraper, gym, studio, warehouses and variety of other buildings were merged together in the most creative way possible.

Large windows, monitor screens and colours that ranged from silver to gold.

It was beautiful.

"Rin!" Kurumi called who was already on her way to the entrance. "Come on, unless you want to stay outside in the cold."

I snap out of my daydream and quickly follow after her.

The glass door opened automatically as soon as we walked in front of it.

Like the last buildings, warmth hit me in the face as soon as we entered the large lobby.

As we entered, we heard a female computer voice say.

"Recognized: Date A Live's Kurumi Tokisaki...Shelter's Rin. Welcome to Strangers In Remnant."

I confusingly look around the lobby wondering where that voice came from but before I could ponder the question, Kurumi's clothes return to her normal gothic black dress and she said.

"Well Rin, unfortunately this is where we part ways. Excuse me but I have to go and find someone. It was nice meeting you."

She was about to walk away when I suddenly remembered I was still inviting people.

I turn and grabbed her arm instinctively.

My action was met with silence.

Kurumi slowly turned around, her gentle yet creepy smile never left her face. "Yes?" Her voice was calm yet ghostly.

I hesitate for a moment which lead to a short of moment of Kurumi and I just staring at each other.

Kurumi waited patiently yet her stare made me want to hurry up.

I shakily grabbed out my tablet and wrote a message with my stylus. I flip my tablet showing the screen to Kurumi. Like the rest I told them meet at the lounge room of Shelter because it was something important.

Kurumi read my message closely, not saying word. Her facial expression didn't change as her eyes drifted left to right on my tablet.

She finally looked up from my tablet and looked at me.

I was expecting her to ask questions like "Why is it important?" or something similar to that but instead she asked.

"Will Shido-san be there?"

Taken back by this question, I stop and think.

Shido was another character from Date A Live and was basically the main character. I wanna nod and tell Kurumi yes but I'm not sure myself. I've never met Shido but there's a chance that Yuuki has told him already. But I don't want to take that chance. What if Shido doesn't come and Kurumi thinks I'm lying.

It seemed Kurumi could guess what I was thinking since she turned around. "I'll be present if Shido-san is there... Speaking of which."

With that, she slowly walked away. She walked through a double door that lead to a series of hallways. As she walked through the hallways I heard her call. "Shiiido-san!...Shiiiido-san! ...Shiiido-san! If you're playing hide and seek then I'll be happy to join."

Her voice was gentle yet so eerie that it sent shivers down my spine. Eventually her voice faded as she walked further and further.

I was left standing in the lobby. I stand there to process the series of events that just occurred.

I shake my head as I realised I had no time for that. I look around the room: It's pretty big, it's got a reception desk although there was no one there, windows that showed the darkness that laid outside, futuristic light hanged from the ceiling and there was this section in the middle where there were couched, chairs and coffee tables.

There was no one in the lobby except- no, there's a girl sleeping on one of the couch. The girl was in her pajamas and had light purple hair.

A sleeping girl with light purple hair, bear shaped slippers and pajamas. Sounds familiar to a character Yuuki once told me about but I can't seem to remember.

Nethertheless, I walked towards the sleeping girl.

She looked really peaceful and so comfortable and Her snore was soft and adorable. I started having second thoughts about waking her up.

About a short debate in my mind, I reach for her cheek...and softly poke it.

Nothing.

I poke it again.

Still nothing.

I furrow my eyebrows out of confusion and lean in closer towards her face to check if she actually was sleeping.

I wait for a response but all I got was a soft snore.

I gently poke her cheeks a few more times until finally she yawned and her eye lids started flickering up and down.

With her eyes half open, the sleepy girl looked at me and a smile crept onto her face. "Aww...hello...doggy."

I blinked twice. That was all the time I had to react for she suddenly wrapped her arms around my neck and pulled me towards her flat chest causing me to fall on the couch in her embrace.

With her arms wrapped around my neck and my face facing her chest, the sleepy girl rubbed my head. "I like puppies...they're so fluffy."

She then yawned and somehow went back to sleep leaving me completely flabbergasted.

Ehhhhhhhhhhhhhh?! Was the only thing was I was thinking about.

I tried moving but it only caused her to cuddle me even harder.

It was at that moment I asked myself: Was this sleepy girl stronger than she looked or am I just a lot more weaker than I thought I was.

Suddenly, a double door opened and another girl entered the lobby. "Hey Plutia, I'm ready to go-EHHHHHHHHHHhhhhhh..."

The girl's voice faded when she made eye contact with me.

We stare at each other for a couple seconds both of us were blinking awkwardly.

The girl suddenly giggled. "Wow, looks like Plutia caught another one. Hi there, are you alright?"

I slowly nod although that proved to be quite difficult since the sleepy girl's chin was leaning on my head.

Suddenly, recognition flashed through the girl's face. "Oh I know you! Your Rin from Shelter, Yuuki told me about you. I actually talked to her a while ago, she told me to go to the lounge room place thingy because apparently today is a special day, I asked her but she won't tell me any-" She suddenly grinned cheekily and looked at me. "Hey...can you tell why it's so special today, I promise I won't tell."

I shake my head.

The girl pouted. "Aww, your no fun. oh well then, guess I'll just have to wait. Anyways, Nice to meet you Rin. The girl you're sleeping with is Plutia, don't take this personally by the way, you're the third person she's caught today...I was the first. My name is Neptune but you probally already know that."

I stare at her blankly which Neptune noticed.

"Neptune." Neptune repeated her name. "Ring a bell?"

I shake my head.

"I'm the main character of like the best anime...and video game."

I continue to stare at her blankly.

"Hyperdimension Neptunia." Neptune spoke, her voice sounded desperate. "Heard of it?"

I think for a while. Hyperdimensional Neptunia? I think Yuuki talked to me about it once...I think. I'm not actually sure.

Neptune looked at my confused face and gasped. "You havn't seen it! Oh my you poor thing. Here let me help you."

In under a minute, Neptune walked up to me and pulled me out of Plutia's embrace with no hesitation however the result ended in Plutia hitting the floor with her face.

Without asking, she took my tablet and started writing things on it with my holographic stylus.

As she wrote, my eyes drifted to the floor where Plutia was laying...she was still sleeping!

"O-kay there you go!" Neptune declared as she gave me back my tablet. "I wrote down the name of anime and a great website where you can watch it for free. I also placed a link where you can order the game, don't worry it's not that expensive and most importantly, my autograph...you're welcome."

I stare at my tablet, blinking rapidly.

"It sure is lucky I ran into you." Neptune said very who seemed really proud of herself. "Anyways, we have to get going now. See you at the Shelter building."

Neptune walked up to Plutia and started shaking her viciously while also yelling to tell her to wake up. It still took a while till Plutia finally woke up though. When she did, the first words she spoke were:

"Good morning Neppy."

I look out the window and saw it was still pitch black outside. I confusingly look back at Plutia.

It seemed Plutia was too sleepy to even notice I existed since she instinctively walked towards the exit. Neptune waved goodbye which made me wave back out of reflex.

Once again, I was left alone in the room to process the series of events that occurred.

I've met a lot of people today and meeting each one was interesting in their own unique way. I've always spent most of my time isolated from the others since I was always too nervous but now that I've actually tried meeting other people besides Yuuki, it makes me wonder why I didn't try this a while ago.

I shake my head. I getting off track. I can't forget the main reason why I'm doing this.

Today is a special day and I'm have to hurry before the day ends.

Neptune and Plutia already knew, which means Yuuki has probably told everyone by now so all that's left is getting back to the shelter the sequel building.

I walk through a double door and dive into a series of hallways that resembled a maze.

I'm lost.

I've lost track of what level I was on and there was no sound coming from nowhere.

I haven't met anyone yet though. They're probally on a different floor or already on their way to the Shelter filming set.

Although I have seen a lot of things. I've ran into a cafeteria, gym, swimming pool, an empty film set, training grounds and an all you can eat buffet.

All of which were deserted with no people meaning they probally left to either go home back to their originals animes or to the Shelter Film Set. Wow, Yuuki really did spread the word quickly didn't she.

I did walk past a few people who Jason would consider as extras and minor OCs but they didn't say anything when I walked past.

I walk left and turn around another corner only to see more doors that lead to more hallways. A few extras walked past me but my attention was mainly focus on the girl who just happened to walked by at the end of the hallway.

I knew this girl. I've never met her in person but she was one of the many people that Yuuki always talked about. Red cape, cloak, and silver eyes.

She's the main character from where she's from: Ruby Rose from the Anime RWBY...anime? Is RWBY an anime? Is RWBY an animation or anime? I'm not actually sure.

Ruby and I suddenly made eye contact and after a couple of seconds, Ruby gasped in excitement. "It's you!"

I blink twice.

I've never had the time to watch RWBY yet so I had no idea what happened next: Ruby suddenly turned into rose petals and I was somehow hit by a wave of wind causing me to close my eyes.

When the wind stopped, I opened my eyes and saw Ruby was now standing right in front of me with her face leaning really really close to mine.

I stared wide-eyed in both confusion and shock. One moment Ruby was on the end of the hallway and the next she was suddenly right in front of me.

"You're RIN from Shelter!" Ruby exclaimed. "Hi, my name is Ruby. Oh my gosh, I'm a big fan. I watched your music video or short anime film whatever it is and I loved it. The song was perfect and your acting was so realistic. Watching Shelter was such a great experience for me. The video was only 6 minutes but it was like the best 6 minutes of my life. Speaking of which-"

I stood there in silence watching as Ruby spoke rapidly without even taking a single breath. All I could do was blink and slowly nod over and over. She continued.

"they should really make a movie or some sort of sequel. Although it's very unlikely a sequel will come out well at least Jason's writing one. Speaking of the video, the video was so pretty. Every detail added in Shelter was so beautiful and so heart warming. Oh and remember that part where you picked up that tree with your tablet and moved it to the side, oh that was sooooo cool. And the PLOT of the story."

She somehow went from excitement to sadness and filled with empathy.

"The plot of story was so sad! Why did it have to end that way? Aww I cried at the end of video, it was just so sad. The part where you cried made it even more depressing. Combine with your narration, it was just so saaaad! What happens next? Did Porter Robinson explain what happens afterwards? Do you stay in that digital world for the rest of your life? Are they any planets with living inhabitants? Your Dad survives right? Oh my gosh I feel crying again, that video was just so sad but so good. You looked so happy yet so lonely in the video, I feel like hugging you now, Can I hug you?"

Overwhelmed by the dozens of question that were being bombarded at me, I slowly nodded, not really sure what I was saying yes to.

Ruby perked up when I nodded and she immediately embraced me.

I didn't know what to think about hugging a person I had just met but I would be lying if I told myself I didn't enjoy the hug.

Ruby finally let go and smiled embarrassingly. "Sorry about that, you must think I'm crazy. I feel better now though, thanks- Are you wearing Black's jacket?"

I was about to reply with my tablet but Ruby continued.

"Oh! I just remembered, Yuuki invited me to meet up in the Shelter The Sequel building because apparently it's a special day today. Of course I said yes because I knew I would meet you but I didn't think I would meet you so soon."

I just nodded, remaining absolutely silent while she did all the talking. Not that I mind, I actually just enjoy that listening to people talking. It was like when me and Yuuki would talk: Yuuki would talk about all the people she met while filming Strangers In Remnant while I just remained quiet and listening.

It seemed Ruby had more to say but then she received a message on her phone...is that a phone?

Ruby looked at her device that she took out of her pocket and sighed. "Weiss is calling, she's probally waiting for me. Sorry Rin I have to go now, otherwise Weiss is just going to go beserk. Anyways, see you there!"

With that, Ruby turned into rose petals and zoomed out of my sight.

I was left there staring dumbfoundedly at where Ruby used to stand.

I blinked in response. So many things are happening one after the other it's almost insane. I'm not complaining though, all this was like an adventure to me and I loved it.

I proceeded to walk and continue my search for Yuuki. But I didn't even reach five steps before I felt someone tap me on the shoulder.

Thinking that Ruby had come back, I turned around and saw the last person I expected to see.

I saw...myself.

At first I thought I was staring at a mirror but I soon realised that I was standing in front of a person who looked exactly liked me. The person in front of me had the same face as mine, the same eyes, the same mouth and even the same clothes.

Wait a minute...I have a twin?

I never knew I had an identical twin.

I tilt my head to the side in pure confusion and to my shock, my 'twin' did the exact same thing at the exact same time.

I blinked and so did my twin.

I raise my hand to touch my twin to see if I wasn't see things but she did the exact same thing at the exact same time so we both ended up accidentally giving each other a high five.

I stare at her extremely confused and so does she.

Suddenly, a grin crept into my twin's face and she burst into laughter leaving me completely astonished.

All of a sudden, smoke appeared out of nowhere and engulfed her, blocking any view of her.

"HAHAHAHA! Your reaction was priceless!"

I heard a voice that was not my own.

The smoked quickly cleared and standing in the spot, where my used twin to be, was now a completely different girl.

The girl was just as tall as I was and had a lollipop in her mouth. She had pink hair and eyes with butterfly headphones accessory on her head. In her hand was some sort of cosmetic case.

If Yuuki wasn't mistaken when she told me then this girl is from the same anime that Mine, Tatsumi, Wave, Kurome and Akame are featured in.

The girl's laughter calmed down after a bit. She then looked at me with her eyes traveling up and down my figure.

"Hmm, let's see...pink hair, brown eyes and cute face...so you must be Rin from Shelter." The girl spoke. "Hi, I'm Chelsea."

Chelsea, that's right she's from the anime Akame Ga Kill. I wanted to see that anime once but Yuuki said is shouldn't watch...I wonder why.

"Nice to meet you Rin. Sorry about just then, you looked so vulnerable I couldn't help myself. But let's get along as fellow friends, okay?" Chelsea said with a gentle smile.

My confusion calmed down and I nod, happy to make another friend.

"Here, have a treat." Chelsea takes out a second lollipop and offers it to me.

I perked up immediately. Curiosity overwhelmed me as I continued staring at the lollipop.

There are many things I havn't tried in this life and one of those things was a lolipops. I looked at Chelsea a bit hesitate, judging from the one that was already in her mouth, she must really like lollipops... should I really take something this special to her?

"Go ahead, take it. I have plenty."

Thinking it would be rude not to accept any further, I gently take the lolipop. I bowed out of reflex to say thank you.

"It's my pleasure." Chelsea replied.

I eyes traveled from Chelsea's face back to the lollipop that was now in my hand.

I stare at it admiring it which made Chelsea laugh. "I read about you on your biography but I didn't think it would be so accurate. Rin, you're overreacting, it's a lollipop not a relic."

I blushed a bit from embarrassment and looked down at the floor. Two things made me blush: I was caught admiring a lollipop and second, she read about my biography. Every character here has a biography on the internet and it was quite embarrassing to hear that someone had read mine.

I then looked back at the lollipop. I've always wanted to try one of these. Without waiting anymore, I slowly placed the head of the lollipop in my mouth.

It tasted so...bland and tasteless?

But before I could ponder more about what it tasted like, Chelsea reached with her hand and took the lollipop out of my mouth. "You're suppose to take the wrapper off first."

She wiped the saliva with her shirt before tearing it off. She then handed it back to me.

A bit skeptical now, I slowly put the lollipop back in my mouth.

My eyes widened as a brand new sweet flavour flooded from within my mouth. It was unbelievably tasty. A sense of sweetness and strawberry invaded my mouth as I explored the head of the lolly with my tongue.

I placed my hands on my cheeks as I swore they were turning red.

Chelsea just chuckled at my reaction. "I'm glad you like it. Oh well, see you later. Yuuki is looking for you in the lobby by the way."

I look at her confusingly and bit sad as she left but perked up when I heard the name Yuuki.

"Don't worry, Yuuki already told me. I'll meet up you two later, just have some business to take of first."

With that, Chelsea walked away until she was out of sight.

With the lollipop still in my mouth, I smile as I turn to head for the lobby.

I must have somehow managed to reach the first floor and back into the lobby because I was now in a room with a girl with purplish-black hair. standing in the middle of room.

Yuuki spotted me and instantly ran towards with a bright smile. "Rin! You're okay! How did it go? Did you meet a lot of people-"

Yuuki stopped for her question was immediately answered when she took a closer look at me: I was wearing Black's jacket, sandals and had a lollipop in my mouth.

I smile at her. Yeah, I made a lot of new friends today.

Yuuki perked up with excitement and even jumped around a bit. "Really?! Oh Rin, I'm so proud of you!"

She then jumped at me and pulled me into a tight hug.

It felt nice. The feeling never got old especially with Yuuki. I would've gently hugged her back if my arms weren't trapped underneath her's.

Instead I dug my face into her shoulder. Her hair smelt nice. It was weird, Yuuki always says she doesn't use any sort of perfume or special shampoo but yet she always smells so lovely, especially her hair.

Yuuki giggled. "Rin, I can hear you sniffing me again."

She let go of me and I quickly retreated a few steps back, fiddling with my fingers and looking down at the ground out of embarrassment.

Yuuki squealed in delight. "Awwww! Rin you look so cute when you're embarrassed!"

She was about to cuddle me again but then she remembered. "Oh yeah that's right. Everyone's almost at the Shelter building, we should probally get going."

I nod as we both head for the exit.

As I exhale, I see a small cloud come out of my mouth. It was still cold outside. The more the wind blew, the more grateful I was for Black for giving me Black her jacket.

"Wait, that's Black's jacket?" Yuuki asked. "She gave it to you?"

I nod. I bumped into her while I was on my way to one of the buildings and she just gave me her jacket.

"That's... unusual of her." Yuuki admitted thinking about the times she has met her.

I didn't blame her or anyone else who had asked today. Black wasn't the type to show emotion unless it was Mato.

I stop thinking about Black and remembered something. The distance between the Shelter building and the Strangers In Remnant building was pretty long. It would take ages even if we were to run.

How are we going to get there?

Yuuki just smiled. "We'll fly there."

I blink twice. You can fly?

"Of course I can fly- oh wait that's right, you haven't watch Sword Art Online yet have you?" Yuuki replied. "Oh well then, I'll show you."

At that moment, two purple wings spawned on Yuuki's back.

I stood there, admiring Yuuki's new appendages to her back for a moment.

"Here, I'll carry you." Yuuki offered.

With my tablet secured under my arms, the lollipop in my mouth and myself snuggled firmly into Black's jacker, Yuuki picked me up bridal style and took off into the sky.

I didn't freak out this time because this time I was given a warning before we took off...I also didn't look down.

As we flew I look back at the building I had just left.

For a moment I couldn't believe I managed to navigate through that building because of how big it was.

It was beautiful to look at. Looking at it from this height...it was nice seeing it again.

"Again?" Yuuki asked out of curiosity. "You've done this before?"

Yeah, with Kurumi. I met her and she helped me get to the Strangers In Remnant building faster by flying. She carried me exactly like how you're carrying right now.

"Kurumi?!" Yuuki exclaimed out of shock. "You met Kurumi as in...from Date A Live? That's so cool! What do you think of her?"

She was really kind, she was a bit creepy yet so...so...it's hard to explain.

"I know what you mean." Yuuki assured. "I've met her a couple times. It's honestly hard to tell whether she's evil or not. Anyways, who else did you meet?"

From there, as we flew further and further, I told Yuuki about all the people I've met. Yuuki pretty much has met everyone in this town so she knew every person I met and became really excited every time I mentioned a new name.

For Yuuki, apparently she hadn't done that much. All she had to do was tell Asuna and Kirito and together they spread the word fast.

Yuuki however seemed more interested in what I did so I continued to tell her about the adventure I had today.

The door opened and Sora and Shiro entered the film set.

The Shelter The Sequel lounge room was already full of people so the doors to the film set, which was right next to lounge room, were left opened for people who couldn't find space.

"Looks like were not the only ones who were asked to come here." Sora commented.

He looked around as he basically recognised every single person:

The twin Illyas from Fate/Stay Night and Fate/Kaleid seemed to be fighting over about something that involved the word "One-chan".

The Sword Art Online and Owari No Seraph characters (Kirito, Asuna, Sinon, Klein Yuichiro, Shinoa) were gathered together in a group sitting on the chairs that surrounded a table. They mostly talked about why they were called here with each person conversing their own unique theory about why Yuuki had called them here.

Yoshino from Date A Live was sitting at a small table where she was coloring in a children's colouring book with Shido there to help her since she could only draw with one hand.

Naruto and Natsu Dragneel were acting like ninjas although they looked more like children then actual ninjas.

The Jaegers from Akame Ga Kill, excluding Esdeath, Wave and Kurome; were there too.

The entire "Mekakushi Dan" gang from Makakucity Actors were hanging out near the entrance playing a weird game that Kano invented.

Everyone else was either in the lounge room where there were heaters or just hadn't arrived yet.

Shiro noticed something and pointed in that direction. "Oni, look."

Sora looked: A pale-skinned woman was leaning against the corner or the room with her body hiding in the shadow of the wall and her eyes closed.

Shiro knew who that woman was, everyone did. She was known as the silent type who rarely showed feelings. Black Rock Shooter was a very mysterious person and Shiro, like most people, always wondered what Black was thinking most of the time.

Sora on the other hand a completely different reaction: His jaw went wide open as he saw, despite the shadow of the wall, Black wearing nothing but a black bikini a a few other small additions like gloves and boots. Sora started drooling at her figure until Shiro gave him a glare.

He waved his hands in defence. "Oh come on sister, you know you're the only girl for me. I don't need a girlfriend."

It pained Sora to say that last part. His sister looked at him suspiciously before finally letting him go. Sora sighed in relief and decided to let Black be.

Black's eyes opened as though she had just sensed something or someone.

At that moment, the door opened and Mato, Kagari, Yomi and Yuu in their normal junior high school bodies entered the room along with Dead Master, Chariot and Strength.

Black instinctively got up and joined the group.

As she approached, the group immediately noticed something.

"Where's your jacket?" Kagari asked a bit weirded out that Black was basically half naked without her jacket.

Yomi was more worried about her health. "Aren't you cold?"

"..." Black stared coldly at the pair who had attempted to talk to her but didn't say anything.

Black exchanged looks with Strength, Dead Master and Chariot but none of them exchanged any words.

"Where's your jacket Black?" Mato asked a bit concerned. Black would never lose her jacket, she wasn't that type of person to do something like that and not to mention she basically wore it most of her life so seeing her now without it almost felt...out of characters for her.

Kagari looked at her. "Mato, I just asked that-"

"I lended it to someone." Black replied, looking straight at Mato.

Everyone seemed shocked by this, even Dead, Chariot and Strength showed a little bit of astonishment and that's saying something.

Respecting Black's privacy, Mato changed the subject. "So, did Yuuki tell you to come here as well?"

Black unexpectedly shook her head. "Rin told me."

"Rin? As in the Vocaloid Rin?" Yuu asked.

"The other Rin." Black corrected in a monotone. "From Shelter."

"Shelter?" Yomi repeated confusingly before her memory hit her like a bullet. "Oh! Shelter! Wait, you met her already?"

Black nodded.

Mato was about to ask something about Rin's personality but her eyes drifted a little bit to the right side of Black and instantly her eyes met with another pair of familiar teal eyes.

Hatsune Miku was silently standing behind Black and was smiling at Mato.

"AAAHHH!" Mato screamed softly jumping back a little bit. It seemed Miku was standing for some time now.

Kagari, Yomi and Yuu looked at Mato weirdly.

"What's wrong?"

Mato just pointed and it then, they noticed Miku's presence.

They all screamed softly similar to Mato but as usual, Black, Dead, Chariot and Strength were unfazed nor were they creeped out by Miku's sudden appearance.

Miku smiled her normal smile and like always she didn't say anything...but something about her smile this time seemed different. It was a type of smile that told everything that she knew something that everyone didn't.

"You know why Yuuki called us here...don't you?" Kagari swiftly came to a conclusion.

Miku continued to smile but didn't say a word.

The rest of Vocaloids had already entered the film set:

Mayu was creepily taking photos of everyone acting it was a normal thing to do.

The Kagamine twins went everywhere asking the other characters all sort of questions.

SeeU was in the corner wishing she hadn't broken her phone.

Luka, Kaito, Meiko, Lily, Gumi, One, IA, Miki, sat together in a group discussing about their latest songs.

Yukari Yuzuki had other plans and approached the group where characters from Sword Art Online and Owari No Seraph were sitting.

"Sup guys, whatcha doing?"

They looked at Yukari.

"Were trying to figure out why Yuuki asked us to come here." Kirito answered.

"Yuuki?" Yukari repeated out of curiosity. "She was the one who asked you to come here?"

Yu from Owari No Seraph raised an eyebrow. "Didn't Yuuki tell you to come here?"

"Actually it was Rin." Yukari replied making everyone even more confused.

"Rin? As in Rin from Shelter? You met her?" Asuna asked a bit shocked.

"Yeah." Yukari said casually. "Something wrong with that?"

"Oh no there's nothing wrong with that. I've met Rin before thanks to Yuuki but it's just..." Asuna couldn't find the right words.

"According to Jason, Rin's a very shy character who rarely shows herself and the chances of meeting her in very slim." Kirito finished Asuna's sentence. "The only time I've ever seen her was when Yuuki introduced her to me and even then she was really nervous."

"So she's basically an introvert." Yukari said straightforwardly, although it did make sense. When Miku brought Rin to their building, all she could say was her name.

"I guess you can put it that." Kirito said.

"I know you." Shinoa suddenly joined the conversation. "Your Yukari Yuzuki, one of the vocaloids."

Yukari placed her hand where her 'heart' was and pretended to look honoured with an amused grin. "Oh my, the great Higari Shinoa knows who I am. I'm so honoured."

Shinoa returned Yukari's amused grin. "You don't say."

Yu had a really bad feeling about this. They both had purple hair and a grin on their faces. Handling one Shinoa was hard enough for Yu.

The door opened and Jack, Sing-love, Stella, Tatsumi, Mine, Wave, Kurome and Akame entered the film set:

Akame and Kurome was instantly disappointed by the lack of food.

Wave and Kurome joined the rest of the Jaegers.

Mine took Tatsumi's hand and dragged him to who knows where.

Sing-love stayed still amused by the situation that was in front of her. It was rare sight for all the characters from different animes to gather so Sing-love might as well enjoy it.

Stella looked around wondering what those strange objects used to film Shelter were.

Sing-love and Stella then joined Mato and the others.

Everyone seemed surprised that Jack was here though. The grin he held on his face told everyone that, like Miku, Jack also knew the reason why there were all asked to come here.

Meanwhile, Shido was helping Yoshino finish colouring a black and white picture.

Kotori sat there really bored, wishing she had brought a lollipop with her.

"What colour should the sun be?" Yoshino asked.

Yoshinon answered before Shido could. "Purple!"

"The sun is usually yellow but you can colour it any colour you want." Shido gave her a smile to assure her and patted her on the head.

"Can you pat me too?" Yoshinon the puppet asked which Shido happily obliged.

"Hello Shido-san." Said an eerie voice.

Yoshino shivered and stay still like a statue while Shido jumped back few steps. "K-Kurumi?!"

"Aren't you going pat me on the head too." Kurumi asked with her usual creepy smile.

Kotori's left eye twitched. She really didn't like it whenever Kurumi was around.

"S-sure." Shido slowly patted her head which made Kurumi smile in satisfaction.

"Looks like Rin did invite you here after all." Kurumi commented as Shido continued to pat her. She reminded herself to thank Rin later.

"Wait, you met Rin?" Shido asked.

Kurumi hummed in response.

Shido was going to ask another question when suddenly he heard the voice of someone crying.

"Shi-shido?" Tohka had just come back with food from the lounge room and staring at Shido who was still patting Kurumi's head. Kurumi and Shido looked like a actual couple from Tohka's.

Before Tohka's emotion could get out of control, the door flew open and two girls entered.

"No need to fear everyone! You're favourite character is here!"

Neptune yelled grabbing everyone's unwanted attention while dragging a very sleepy Plutia with her.

"Whoa! Why so many people here?" Neptune then perked up in excitement and looked really honoured. "Oh my, did you guys set up a surprise party for me-"

"MOVE OUT OF THE WAY!"

Neptune didn't get finish her sentence as Ruby Rose from RWBY was zooming in with her semblance. But since Neptune was standing in the entrance of the film set, Ruby ended up crashing into Neptune causing both to fall onto the floor.

The sight of Ruby and Neptune groaning in pain on the floor made Plutia extra sleepy.

While some laughed, everyone returned to their conversation.

Weiss from RWBY came out of the lounge room and crossed her arms. "Your late."

"Sorry Weiss." Ruby groaned in pain while still on the floor.

The door to the film set opened again and Chelsea from Akame Ga kill entered.

She ignored Neptune and Ruby and walked towards where Night Raid and The Jaegers were gathering.

"I assume Yuuki asked you come here as well?" Mine guessed as Chelsea approached.

"Yep, I even met Rin." Chelsea replied with a lollipop still in her mouth.

"Really? What was she like?"

Chelsea grinned. "Aww, is someone jealous?"

"What no! It's just we met her too." Mine quickly defended herself.

The door to the film set opened and Jason entered.

"Oh hey Jason." Mato greeted casually.

"Hey." Jason said briefly in his usually serious tone.

"Are you alright Jason?" Yomi asked a bit worried. Everyone else also noticed too. They don't know how they noticed but something about Jason made him looked more... depressed.

"I honestly don't know anymore." Jason replied honestly.

People who were in the lounge room moved to the film set where everyone else was making it more crowded. They too wanted to know why they were asked to come here.

After a short moment of silence, Kagari decided to change the subject. "So...did Yuuki or Rin invite you here?"

"Both." Jason replied to everyone's surprise. "I don't what their planning though if that's what you want to ask me."

"Do you know where they are?" Mato asked.

Jason shrugged. "Don't know, they just approached me and asked me to come here. They flew off after that."

Everyone went deep into thought. It was the same story for them as well. Like Jason, Yuuki or Rin had randomly approached each one of them and asked them to come here because apparently it was a special day today but they didn't say what the special day was because they wanted it to be a 'surprise'.

The only people who weren't thinking hard about said topic were Jack and Hatsune Miku. It seemed both already knew the answer but didn't want to spoil it.

Miku was smiling while Jack seemed to be trying really hard not to laugh.

Suddenly the door to the film set opened and the two people who were just mentioned entered the room.

Before Jason could react, the two girls who had entered the room, aimed at Jason... and fired.

Time seemed to slow down for a moment for Jason. He was just as confused as everyone else.

All Jason could do was stand there as...as...confetti rained down on him.

Yuuki and I dropped our party poppers and Yuuki yelled with excitement.

"HAPPY BIRTHDAY JASON!"

It was like time completely stopped at that moment.

It took everyone longer than expected to process those three words.

The words echoed in their heads.

They all stared like someone had just spoke a foreign language to them.

Miku just smiled brighter while Jack was now on the floor barely containing his laughter.

Those three words were being repeated in their minds over and over until finally...

it hit them...

"EEEEEEEEEEEEHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!" Everyone screamed. Well...not everyone. Serious people like Black or Levi from Attack On Titan remained calmed but even then they showed a hint of shock but it was only for a few milliseconds.

All eyes turned to Jason who was just as shocked as they were.

"It's your birthday?!" Mato asked, if she didn't feel guilty before she certainly did now. Not remembering someone's birthday can usually be very depressing for that person.

Jason blinked twice. "It's my birthday?"

"Even he didn't remember?" Yuuki thought to herself before she looked at me. "Rin. It is his birthday right?"

I nod confidently.

Jack couldn't hold it anymore, he open his mouth and burst into laughter. "HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA! That's so sad! HAHAHAHAHAHAHA!"

Mato looked at Miku. "You knew!"

Miku nodded happily.

"Why didn't you tell me?" Mato asked before realising how dumb that question was.

"W-wait..." Jason said with a mixture of confusion and depression. "I thought my-"

"Jason." Jack called, his laughter had calm down but his grin stayed. "What's the date today?"

Jason then got out his phone and looked. "It's the 21st of August-"

Jason froze as he finally realised. "Oh yeah, it...it really is... my birthday." He slowly turned and looked at me. "Y-you...remembered?"

I smiled at him. Of course I did, why wouldn't I?

"Jason has a birthday?" Plutia asked with her eyes half closed.

Blanc facepalmed. "Idiot."

"WHOA WHOA WHOA, JUST WAIT A FLIPPING SECOND!" Neptune suddenly burst. "It's really your birthday?!"

"Yep!" Shinoa answered sarcastically. "And all of us didn't know that except for Rin and Yuuki. Do you guys have any idea how sad that sounds."

"I actually didn't know until Rin told me." Yuuki confessed while scratching the back of head.

All eyes turned to me, it was then people noticed the jacket I was wearing and the lollipop that was in a my mouth.

Mato, Kagari, Yomi, Yuu, Chariot, Dead and Strength looked at Black. "You gave your jacket to Rin?"

"Aww, that's nice of you." Yomi commented.

Dead Master chuckled. "And here I though only Mato could calm the beast."

Her comment earned a glare from Black.

Mine looked at the lolipop in my mouth and then looked back at Chelsea "So you really did meet her."

Chelsea pretended to be offended. "Oh so you didn't believe me before."

"Guys were getting off topic here." Kagari pointed out.

"Oh yeah that's right." Yu said before clearing her throat and facing Jason. "It's your birthday!?"

Everyone was surprised of this because of one reason: Everyone almost went through an entire day thinking it was an just an average one without knowing that it was suppose to be a special day for a certain someone.

"but-b-but...what- h-how...How were we suppose to know?!" Neptune couldn't believe she went through hard day of work when she could've been partying.

"It's actually very obvious in Jason's pen name." Jack suddenly spoke. "Jason2108...2108...21st of the 8th month..."

"OHHHHHHH!" Neptune and couple of others exclaimed. Most of them had thought that Jason had randomly chosen 4 numbers and put that as his pen name.

"2108...21st of the august...21/08/2017...the 21th day of the 8th month-"

"WE GET IT!"

Mato looked back at Jason. "Jason? Why didn't you tell us?"

"I-I..." Jason stuttered with his words, no one has ever seen him this emotional before. "I forgot...and even if I did remember, I didn't think it would actually be important or relevant to you guys, I thought you guys wouldn't care."

"Of course we care!" Mato didn't mean to raise her voice. "Why would you ever think that?"

"Well, you know..." Jason tried to find the right words to use, this was topic he usually didn't talk about but the situation he was in trapped him. He didn't even know his birthday was this important in the first place. It was personal to him but it was now or never.

"I'm not the main character...You, Rin, Yuuki and everyone else in this room. All of you are famous characters from famous anime. All of you have hundreds and hundreds of fans who love you for who you are. But me...I'm just... Jason...an average high school boy who just likes to write Fanfiction. In the stories I write, I'm a cool character with awesome powers but in real life...I'm a nobody, the extra that no one cares about... So what if it's my birthday? I doubt the readers would care if I told them that. Let's all be honest, the only reason why people read my work is because... you guys are in it. No one really cares about the character named Jason."

There was short moment of silence in the room. Everyone was either lose for words or just didn't say anything afraid that they might make it worse.

I care.

Jason's eyes widened a bit as he slowly turned his head to face me. Jack and Yuuki did the same for they were the only other people in the room who could hear my thoughts.

Yuuki is like a sister to me, she's cheerful and lovely to talk to. Sora and Shiro are really smart, I can tell just by looking at them. Black is cold and mysterious yet so kind. The vocaloids are all amazing, I listened to their songs and loved them. Sing-love is like the opposite of Black but that's what makes her so unique. Tatsumi and the other members of Night Raid and The Jaeger that I've met in person, they all had a fiery aura yet they spoke so casually. Kurumi is both kind-hearted and eerie. Neptune and Plutia are very different to the people I've met before but they're just the type of people needed to lighten up the mood. Ruby is so energetic, I can barely keep up. Chelsea likes play jokes and is very generous.

I know I've barely met these people and Yuuki has only told me a little bit about each one of them. But it's clear to say that each one of them has a unique feature that I idolised. No matter who they are, whether they are from an anime or not, I care about each one of them equally... and that includes you Jason.

Jason stood there in silence letting the words flow into his head. 'Rin...I...I-"

"It shouldn't really matter right?" Mato interrupted causing all eyes to fall on her. "I mean, so what if people only read your writing because were in it...it's still your writing. You're the one who thinks of the plot, the OCs and everything else that doesn't involve the character. I care about you and I'm pretty sure everyone feels the same. You've read the reviews haven't you? You told me yourself right?"

(FLASHBACK)

"You know the character named "Jason" in Strangers In Remnant at first wasn't meant to have that much screen time. Originally, the character named "Jason" was created to be one of those side characters that no one cared about but than to my surprise, the reviewers actually liked him."

(FLASHBACK ENDS)

"I couldn't have said better myself." A new voice entered the room.

Everyone looked to see an extremely, short, elderly man. He had a thick white mustache and the Fairy Tail guild mark on his chest area.

Natsu immediately recognised him. "Master?"

"You see Jason, the problem you have is you hate yourself too much." Makarov continued. "Everyday, you constantly tell yourself that you're a useless person who doesn't deserve anything."

Jason looked down at floor. He didn't know what to feel anymore. Makarov spoke only the truth.

Makarov continued. "You're too busy telling yourself that no one cares about you that you become too blind to notice all the people behind your back who are supporting you."

Jason looked up at Makarov.

"Whether you are the main character or just an extra in a story, you will always have family, friends and comrades who love you for who you are."

Jason was completely speechless at this point. He felt he was going to-

"A person who is arrogant is as foolish as the ignorance he shows towards others...but a person who has no self-esteem is as blind as the hate he shows towards himself." Makarov finished with that sentence.

Jason's eyes widened as it all made sense to him. He had never thought of it that way. He was completely lost of words as floods of emotions drowned him.

He sniffled as...

tears started dripping from his eyes.

At the sight of the tears, everyone froze and turned black and white.

"J-Jason?" Mato called softly.

Tear that were once dripping started pouring out of his eyes as Jason dropped to his knees and started to cry. Anyone who could've walked by would've thought a baby girl was crying because that's exactly what Jason's crying sounded like.

Everyone started panicking as they thought they may have taken it too far.

"J-J-JASON!?"

"Well that's one way to ruin the mood."

"I'm...I'm fine...it's just." It was hard to understand what Jason was saying because of all the crying and sniffling he was doing. "I'm...I-I'm so...h-happy. T-thank you...t-t-thank y-you."

Everyone, including Makarov, began to panic while others were just weirded out by the view of Jason crying. They were so used to a serious and unemotional Jason that seeing him crying now just didn't feel right.

This reminded Makarov of the time when Mavis Vermilion cried and like that time, Makarov had no idea how to handle this situation.

Jason's crying started a series people yelling at each other.

"Someone do something!"

"What do we do?"

"Don't just stand there! Comfort him!"

"Don't look at me! I'm not good with children!"

"Jason isn't a child!"

"Jason! Calm down this isn't like you!"

"Be a man! Men don't cry!"

"Elfman shut up!"

"Why did you make him cry Mine?!"

"Don't blame me for this!"

"Ara-ara."

"This isn't stylish at all."

"Karyu No Tekken!"
(Fire Dragon's Iron Fist)

"What are you doing Natsu?!"

"Jason it's okay, you don't have to cry! You sound like girl!"

"Do you have any idea how sexist that statement was."

"Quick! Someone call 911!"

"Why? Jason is just crying?"

"EXACTLY!"

Meanwhile, I just stared flabbergasted at how fast things could turn chaotic.

"Oh Rin! I'm so proud of you! That speech was so beautiful."

I turn and the first thing I saw was Yuuki jumping at me to hug me. I would've hugged her back if my arms weren't trapped under her's but I still smiled and dug my face into her shoulder. We stayed like that for a while.

As Jason was still crying, Neptune desperately called. "MATO!"

Said person looked at Neptune. "Y-yes?"

Neptune pointed at Jason. "HUG HIM!"

"EH!?" Mato exclaimed. "WHY ME!"

"You're Jason's favourite anime character! It'll only work if you do it...duh!"

"Don't 'duh' me!" Mato backed away as Neptune walked dangerous close to her.

Suddenly, Black took a step closer towards Jason causing everyone to fall dead silent.

Black approached Jason and for a moment she just stared at Jason with her usual emotionless glare.

She then bent down until she was head level with Jason...and patted him on the head. It was a weird view to look especially since Black still wasn't wearing her jacket.

Still sniffling and his face not red and wet, Jason calmed down as the tears stop pouring. He said softly. "Thanks."

"Oh I guess that works too." Neptune stated who was about to tackle Mato and push her towards Jason.

Makarov sighed in relief and Mavis Vermilion, who was standing right next to him, smiled.

"Mirajane." Makarov called.

"Yes master?"

"What time is it?"

"9pm."

"I see." Makarov cleared his throat and jumped onto one of the tables. "ALRIGHT BRATS!"

All attention turned to Makarov.

"We have three hours left to celebrate like never before! Let's all party like there's no tomorrow in celebration of Jason's birthday!"

Everyone cheered as Makarov raised his hand and after a series of yelling and cheering, they all somehow yelled in unison.

"HAPPY BIRTHDAY JASON!"

"But how?!" Neptune brought up a good point. "There's no food, party decorations or even a cake. How can we celebrate without those things?"

Najenda from Akame Ga Kill, smiled proudly. "That can easily be arranged...Susanoo!"

Susanoo, who was right next to her, zoomed around the room and within seconds the room was filled with party decorations, more tables, party games and a lot of food.

Akame and Kurome drooled over the food.

Levi from Attack On Titan sighed as he headed for the exit. He honestly didn't care about celebrations like this.

Yuuki noticed this and looked back me. "I'll be back."

With that, Yuuki chased after Levi.

With the sudden appearance of decorations, food and beer, everything turned chaotic:

*Insert your favourite music when at a party*

Akame, Kurome, Natsu, Naruto, and Tohka went straight to devouring the food.

Makarov, Cana from Fairy Tail and Leone from Akame Ga Kill were already drunk from drinking.

Leone raised another mug full of beer and looked at Yang who was from RWBY. "Come on sister, drink with me!"

"I'M NOT YOUR SISTER!"

Sora and Shiro played a game of chess with Kirito in which Kirito was utterly destroyed.

Kurumi continued to flirt with Shido.

Yukari Yuzuki and Higari Shinoa exchanged phone details.

Mine and Sinon from Sword Art Online played darts really competitively. Although it didn't take long till they went from shooting darts to shooting bullets with guns.

Yoshino got bored from colouring and started watching a drama TV show on Kotori's phone.

Natsu started going around the room challenging every single person to a duel including me. I politely denied though.

Sing-love spectated from afar with her eyes dancing with amusement. Stella sat next to her.

Plutia snored softly.

Tooru from Absolute Duo was feeding Julie a sausage.

Jack started making fun of Illyasviel because she kept hanging out with Illya despite how much she kept saying she hated her.

A stage and microphone was set up where people could voluntarily sing. Only the Vocaloids volunteered though.

Saturn from Hi sCoool! Seha Girls was casually getting a drink when suddenly-

"YO! WHAT'S UP!"

Saturn almost spat out of the liquid that was in her mouth before carefully swallowing. She then yelled at TK, from Angel Beats, who had appeared out of nowhere and were pointing hand guns at Saturn in a very cool pose.

"WHERE DID YOU COME FROM!?" Saturn exclaimed.

Black, Chariot, Dead Master and Strength watched from a distance as they watched Mato, Kagari, Yuu and Kagari play

Neptune was currently eating her fifth pudding.

Ene from Mekakucity Actors entered cyber space and kept invading other people's phones revealing whatever she found.

Otonashi from Angel Beats grabbed two drinks: One of him and one for Kanade.

Yuuki came back and somehow convinced Levi to come back although he didn't look happy. Yuuki pulled him across the room, asking him to try out all sort of foods and games, Levi denied all of Yuuki's offers though.

Jason, who usually stands in the corner during these type of celebrations, was forcefully pulled into the centre of the party where people either apologised or wished him a happy birthday.

Meanwhile, I stood in there watching in awe. Everyone was partying, eating, conversing or playing games. It was so cool seeing people from different type of anime interact with each other. I guess that's why Jason started writing.

"Hey Rin!"

I turned and see Sora and Shiro waving at me. I smile and slowly walked towards them.

They were playing another game of chess with Kirito. I was briefly acquainted with Kirito since Yuuki introduced me to him...but now that I think about, I'm briefly acquainted with everyone aren't I.

"That was quite the surprise you gave us." Sora commented as I approached. "Although I already knew the surprise was going to be someone's birthday."

"Oni, you still forgot." Shiro said, her eyes still glued to the chess board.

Kirito chuckled as he moved one of his chess pieces. "Come on guys, we all forgot so let's not blame anyone for-"

"Checkmate."

"Eh?" Kirito was extra sure he had kept his king safe but apparently he was wrong.

I smiled, Kirito lost badly but it was clear that he was having fun. I wanted to hang around longer but then I remembered something.

I bowed my head excusing myself.

"Bye." Shiro waved gently at me before resetting the chess board.

I navigate my way through the crowd looking for a particular person. I reached the other side of the room and found that person leaning against the wall with three other girls.

Black Rock Shooter looked at me as I approached her making me hesitate for a moment. The people next to her: Chariot, Dead Master and Strength also looked at me with the same facial expression that Black was using but I continued.

I stood in front of Black. Both of us didn't say anything.

I then slowly took off Black's jacket and offered it back to her.

Black looked at her jacket and then back at me.

After a moment of silence between us, Black gently took her jacket from me without saying anything. Dead Master grinned at her as Black proceeded to put her jacket back on.

I bowed out of reflex to say thank you.

Black gave me a soft nod as a response. Satisfied with myself, I turned around and left.

As I once again navigated through the crowd of people partying like no tommorow, I make eye contact with another girl who seemed to be standing there for a while as though they were waiting for me.

It was Miku. She gave me a smile that said "Thank you."

I smile back at her.

Both of us were silent but words weren't required.

"Come on Miku! It's your turn!" Luka called.

The tealette bowed her head, her smile still glued to her face before turning to head towards the stage where Luka was already standing on. Together they sang for the occupants of the party.

With the same smile that Miku used, I turned and-

"You're ever more adorable when you're smiling."

My body jumped back a bit as Sing-love stood in front of me grinning amusingly at me. I still wasn't used to the fact that Sing-love's face looked exactly like Black's yet Sing-love's personality was so different.

"Looks like you retuned my daughter's jacket. Seems like you have both looks and kindness." She commented. "Anyways, I got to go now, bye! Great job on remembering Jason's Birthday. You should be proud of yourself, you were one of the only ones who did."

With that, she swiftly left leaving me awkwardly waving goodbye at her but not without giving me a small, meek smile. It seemed Sing-love got the memo that I couldn't talk which is why she probably didn't strike a conversation...or maybe she really had to go somewhere.

I continued to walk through the crowd of people but I didn't reach over three steps before someone-

"Hello Rin."

Kurumi appeared in front of me out of nowhere with her usual smile that would usually sent shivers down anyone's spine.

"Thank you for inviting me Rin. Finding Shido-san was becoming really tiring." She spoke, her voice extremely eerie.

I noded, my shock quickly turning into a gentle smile.

"Now if you excuse me." Kurumi smile grew a little bit darker yet it looked so innocent. "I have buiseness to take care of."

Without saying anything else, Kurumi turned around and headed towards the table where Shido was sitting at.

I waved happily back at her before proceeding to my desired destination.

But as I walked, something or someone caught my eye.

A girl was sleeping at one of the tables where the food was. I found it amazing how a girl could sleep through all this noise that was being produced by the party.

It was the sleepy girl I met ealier: Plutia.

Wanting to say hi, I changed direction and head towards her.

I soon realised that saying hi probally wasn't the best idea since Plutia was sleeping.

I look at her for a moment. The people around her didn't seem to notice her sleeping since they were so engrossed at the food.

It was probally a pointless move but I reach for Plutia's cheek and softly poke it again.

To my utter surprise, her eyes slowly opened but they didn't open all the way.

Plutia, still half asleep, looked at me. After a short moment, she gasped in excitement. "Oh hi doggy! Nice to see you again!"

I stare confusingly at her.

Plutia then raised her arm and patted me on the head. "Good doggy...aww...puppies are so cute, I wish I...I...had...one-"

Plutia's body fell limp and she went back to sleep with her head leaning back on the table.

Deciding to just let her sleep, I left the table and headed towards-

I got sidetracked again as I saw two people talking to each other.

Kotori Itsuka was casually watching as Shido tried dealing with the "Tohka-Kurumi" situation.

"Want a lollipop?" Chelsea was standing right her, offering her a lollipop.

Kotori skeptically looked at Chelsea. "You're giving this to me because..."

Chelsea shrugged. "I just noticed that you didn't have one. I've read about you on the internet and the first picture I saw of you was you sitting in the Fraxinus ship with a lollipop in your mouth."

Kotori seemed to buy her explanation and accepted Chelsea's treat. "Thanks."

She placed the sweet in her mouth and hummed. It was flavour she hadn't tried before. "Hmm, New flavour."

It was then Chelsea noticed that I was staring at them. She smiled. "Hello Rin! Nice seeing you again!"

I bowed my head and smiled.

Kotori recognised the lollipop that was in my mouth and looked at Chelsea. "You two met before?"

Chelsea hummed in response. "Once."

All three of us didn't say anything for few moment and allowed the noise radiating from the party to fill in the silence. It wasn't awkward, we just casually stood there enjoying our lollipops.

Lollipops. That's right, I still have the lollipop I borrowed from Chelsea. I should probably give it back.

I take the lollipop out of my mouth and offered it back to Chelsea.

Kotori stared wide-eyed at me like I had done something crazy.

Chelsea just laughed. "Keep it, think of it as a gift from me."

I bowed to thank her and place the sweet back in my mouth.

Before anything else could be said, Reine from Date A Live approached Kotori. "Kotori, Shido may need a little assistance."

Kotori raised an eyebrow. "What's the pro-"

She stopped talking as she saw the situation Shido was in. Let's just say...what used to be a "Kurumi-Tohka" situation was now a "Tohka-Miku-Origami-Yoshino-Kaguya-Yuzuru-Kurumi" situation.

"Sorry I have deal with this." Kotori excused herself from the group and went to help Shido.

Right on cue, Tatsumi approached Chelsea, he looked really scared. "Umm Chelsea, Mine needs you."

Chelsea was a bit confused. "Why?"

"You know how you always pretended to be a cute animal in order to steal Mine's cakes?"

Chelsea instantly put two and two together.

Tatsumi laughed nervously. "Yeah...Leone accidentally spilled the beans and now Mine wants to talk to you."

Chelsea sighed and looked at me. "Sorry Rin, gotta go."

I gave her a look to assure her that I didn't mind.

Chelsea stood up straight and walked towards where Mine was death glaring her. But as she walked past me, she stopped and started playing with my a single row of my hair with her hand. "You know when I look at you up close, you're actually more cute than I thought."

I stare at her with a look of confusion. What was she doing all of a sudden?

Chelsea just laughed. "For a person who doesn't talk, you're pretty entertaining."

Without saying another word, she left with Tatsumi to face the interrupting volcano known as Mine.

Completely bewildered, I decided to move on. As I walk through the crowd, I saw Yuuki and Levi. The pair seemed to be having fun- well...Yuuki seemed to be having fun, I'm not sure about Levi. But I decided to let them be.

I finally manage to the crowd and walked towards a door.

But before I could reach for it, a tornado of rose petals came charging towards me.

Ruby emerged from the rose petals and shook my hand. "Hey Rin! Nice to see you again! This party is awesome by the way! How did you know it was Jason's birthday? How did you and Yuuki gather everyone here? Have you tried the food? You should it's amazing-"

"RUBY!"

Ruby briefly looked at who called her before facing me again. "I'm so sorry I have to go. It was nice seeing you, I hope we meet again. Bye friend!"

Ruby then turned to face the person who had called her. "COMING WEISS!"

She turned into rose petals and zoomed across the room.

I stared at the spot where Ruby once stood. My mind wasn't given enough time to process what just happened. All I know is that Ruby came to me and called me...a friend. The idea that Ruby considers me a friend even though we just met, made me feel really happy.

"Rin."

I looked around as I heard the familiar voice speak into my head. I look and across the room...was Jason.

Jason stood in the middle of room in the center of the crowd, smiling at me. "Thanks. What you said meant a lot to me."

I smile back at him. Happy Birthday Jason.

It seemed Jason wanted to say more but then Natsu came out of nowhere and yelled. "JASON! FIGHT ME!"

I smiled even brighter as this was the first time I've seen Jason so happy.

I then turned around and opened the door that lead to my desired destination.

*Music fades*

It was a small room. There was no one else inside the room besides me although you could still hear the sounds from the party vibrating on the walls.

With my tablet still in my possession, I walk towards my target and picked up my teddy bear.

I sat down on a comfy chair.

I open my tablet and press a button which caused a holographic stylus to appear in my hand.

I wasn't good with writing neatly but I tried my best.

After I finished writing, I flip my tablet so that you guys can see it.

My tablet had the words "Author's Note" on it.

I took in a deep breath...and began.

Hi! My name is Rin and I'm from an short anime film called Shelter created by Porter Robinson and Madeon. On Jason's behalf I would like to apologize for the huge delay in updates. Jason has been extremely busy these past couple of weeks and is doing his best to gets updates out so please have faith in him. Shelter The Sequel part 2 has taken a lot longer than Jason expected it to be and he already decided that Shelter will be split into three chapters and not into two so it probally won't come out in a while especially with all the school work he still needs to do but he will get it done, I promise you that.

Overall, I really hope you enjoyed reading this chapter of Behind the Scenes. Please put in the down in the review section what was your favourite part of the chapter for I would really like to know. Whether this becomes a series or not depends on the amount of free time Jason gets. As you can tell from the cover image of this story, Jason decided all Behind the Scene chapters will be based in my point of view so I'm looking forward for the next chapter but I doubt it'll come soon. Thank you all so much for reading up to this point and feel free to express your opinions or any complaints you have about this chapter.

This is end for now. I do hope we haven't disappointed any of you and again, I'm sorry for making you wait for so long. Jason will continue writing but until then...Bye!

Oh yeah...one more thing. Like I said, Shelter the Sequel Part 2 still might take some time to finish...but since you guys have waited so long, I decided to show a short preview of part 2 as a reward for waiting so long...just don't tell Jason.

(Preview of "Shelter the Sequel: Arigato, Part 2: The Beginning of a...")

"I told you didn't I?"

I slowly looked up and my eyes widened in pure fear.

It was him...the one who wore red and black.

This time he had a dark and evil aura around him and even though I couldn't see his face...I could feel him grinning at me.

"Oh Rin, you're so naive. I warned you. In this world, positive feelings aren't the only things you're going to experience."

I wanted to scream but no sound emerged from my mouth.

All I could do was lay there on the ground as the agonizing feeling rushed across my entire body. The feeling was torturous.

I wanted to move but my body refused to listen to me.

I wanted to close my eyes and think it was all just a nightmare but my eyes remained wide open.

This feeling...this tormenting feeling...I didn't know what it was but I wanted it...I wanted this feeling to go away.

I could feel tears pouring from my eyes as my heart started beating faster and faster and faster.

"Aww..." He pouted, pretending to feel sorry for me. "Is this your first time experiencing pain? ...it hurts doesn't it? oh but Rin...this is just the cherry on top for what is going to come. I can guarantee you...for as long as you remain in this world, you will experience unbearable pain both physically...and mentally."

He started laughing and laughing. It was the type of laughter that sent shivers down my spine. The type of laughter that would torture me every time it echoed in my ear.

He kneeled down and reached closer towards me with his arms.

I was helpless. There was nothing I could do.

His arms got closer as he continued to laugh.

Is this it? Is this really the end?

I could feel his aura coming closer and closer.

Dad...please help me.

A/N This chapter was finished on 21/08/2017.