A/N: 50 Themes Challenge! 8D I've always wanted to try something like this for fun. Each story, unless otherwise stated, will be separate from the rest. They'll have fluff, smidges of crack, a few dark moments, maybe some will be AU... Pretty much anything's possible. Stay tuned for more...
Oh, the title? Why the word "crumbs"? Because each chapter is just a tiny piece that falls from the delicious [insert favorite kind of pie, cake, or cookie here] that is CroMa. ^w^
This first one, "Message," is short and centered on dialogue. It also contains some manga references, including Soul Eater Not!
Disclaimer: I do not own Soul Eater, Soul Eater Not!, or any of their characters. They belong to Atsushi Ohkubo-sama.
"Now?"
"Yes."
"OK… Um, this is Chrona…"
"And Maka, and…"
"The one and only Ragnarok!"
"W-We're not home right now, so please leave a message and we'll try to get back to you as s-soon as we can… Um, like that, right?"
"Uh-huh. You did good."
"And it only took you five tries. That's gotta be a record."
-xoxo-
BEEP.
Message: One.
"Hey, it's Soul. Just called to congratulate you guys. It's great that you've got your own place now, but, uh… You do realize that you've left me completely defenseless over here, right? …OK, I'm exaggerating. I can handle myself. But sometimes it gets a little too quiet around here, and… I guess what I'm trying to say is… I miss you guys."
"Oh, Sooooooooooul~!"
"Igottagobye."
Click.
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BEEP.
Message: Two.
"Yo, it's Black*Star! You guys home? I'm not interrupting anything, am I? Heh, I only say that because Chrona's been smiling all day today. Yeah, I noticed that. You can't fool me. So now you know what we've all been wondering, right Maka? Right, Maka? That thing that no one knows about except you? And Chrona, too, obviously, but—Just tell me. The man who's going to surpass God should know that much, don't you think? 'Cause if you don't tell me, then that's just… selfish.
"Oh, Tsubaki, how long have you been—Hey, hey, hey—PUT THAT DOWN! I was just—y'know! Really!"
Click.
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BEEP.
Message: Three.
"Hi Chrona and Maka, sorry about Black*Star. You know how he gets… Anyway, I'm calling to ask if we can come over sometime? Or you two can come over here if you want. I promise Black*Star will behave himself. I'll see to it personally that he does. You'll be on your best behavior, won't you?"
"Yes, ma'am…"
"Good. So… Call me back, okay?"
Click.
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BEEP.
Message: Four.
"Hey Maka, hey Chrona, this is Liz. I need you to do me a favor, Maka. Look at Chrona right now. Still wearing that dress, right? Or robe, or whatever it is. You must've been wearing that thing for the past… ten years at least. I'm pretty much right, aren't I? Hmph. It's time for a change, hon. I know you've got a few other outfits, but you really need a whole new wardrobe, stat. Luckily, you've got me. I'm taking you shopping whether you like it or not. But don't worry—I'll make sure to only pick out clothes that suit your taste. You can leave everything to me, but I need you to be there with me so we can make sure they fit. Trust me—You'll both thank me for this.
"Oh, and Kid's thinking about having another party soon. Patty wants you to dance with her, Chrona. Don't ask me why; I just promised her I would pass the message along, but it's up to you… So… Just a quick heads-up…
"Let's see, what else… Oh, yeah. Not to be nosy, Maka, but was that a hickey I saw on your neck today? I couldn't really tell because of your collar, but if it was, then don't try to hide it—Show it off! That's what I'd do. Word of advice—take it or leave it.
"Well, that's all, I guess. Give me a call soon."
Click.
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BEEP.
Message: Five.
"Maaakaaa~ It's your Papa. Why am I just now hearing about you and Chrona moving into your own place? You need to tell me when things like this happen, y'know.
"And now I bet you're wondering how I got this number. I'll never tell~ But I swear, I'll only call if it's an emergency from now on. A real emergency. Really. Only then. Honest. I mean it.
"…Take care, alright? Both of you."
Click.
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BEEP.
Message: Six.
"Um… Maka? It's me, Tsugumi… I finished the book you lent me. When do you want it back? Anya and Meme say hi, and to Chrona and Ragnarok, too. So, um… Bye!"
Click.
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BEEP.
Message: Seven.
"Chrona, I'm calling to let you know that you left your notebook here. Feel free to stop by any time to pick it up. And when you're here, Marie has a few recipes she wants you to take home. Don't forget, alright? See you then."
Click.
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BEEP.
Message: Eight.
"Nyaaaaa! Guess who? Where are you guys?-! I admit it's a lot roomier now that you're gone, but having you around was definitely more fun… Soul said he called hours ago but you're still not home! What are you two up to, huh? When are you going to be back? You're not ignoring us, right? You'd never do that, would you? Aww, of course you wouldn't! Come visit soon, please! I don't use the phone that much, so this should prove how much I miss you guys! Pleeeeease hurry back! Bye-bye for now!"
Click.
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BEEP.
Message: Nine.
"Hey guys, it's Kim. Are you two free this weekend? Because Ox wants to know if we can all go out on a double date. I don't care either way, sooo… Hit me up when you can. We'll work something out, if you want. Bye."
Click.
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BEEP.
End of Messages.
