Just in case you didn't see in the preview, there are MAJOR SPOILERS FOR PERSONA 4 in this story.
Anyways, this is kind of my own spin on what Adachi went through during the events of Persona 4. I may make things a little different from what actually happened in P4. Probably nothing huge, but then again you never know~
Sorry this chapter is a bit short, I have the next one most of the way done, but I'm super tired right now and it's a school night. I don't want to try and rush it and end up with crap.
And if this does start to sound a bit familiar, I did, one upon a time, have about two chapters of this posted on another account so that could be why. I've made quite a few changes, and made it better, at least in my opinion.
Okay I'm done talking now. Enjoy, and don't forget to review!

Disclaimer:I do not own Persona 4, and I never will, so this is the only time I'm saying this!

January 18th 2011

I had tried being positive. Tried telling myself that maybe it wouldn't be so bad. Tried thinking that maybe it would be a nice break from the rush of the city. I had been telling myself that the entire month since I got word from above that I would be sent to the quiet countryside of Inaba, but as I pulled up to the gas station, the only thing that was running through my mind was this sucks.

I sighed as I turned off the car and stepped out into the cold January air. The crisp air cut through my coat, and I started to feel a chill right away. A very feminine looking boy, with long silver hair greeted me as I got out.

"Just give me 2000 yen's worth," I said as I unenthusiastically handed him the money.

"Right away sir!" He cheerily replied and went to fill up the tank.

I leaned against my car, and put my hands in my pockets. It was cold enough out that I could easily see my breath, but after a few hours of sitting in the car, it felt good to stretch my legs out. The air was refreshingly clean compared to the city air I was used to. I looked to my left and, despite a slight fog, saw the small shopping district. It was just as run down as I had remembered from driving though it that morning. The handful of shops that were actually still in business were quaint, little shops, most of them getting ready to close for the day.

"Are you travelling?" I heard the attendant say behind me as he closed the gas tank.

"No," I answered, "Moving in actually."

"Wow really? Where from?"

"The city," I said, unable to keep the gloom out of my voice.

He laughed, "this place probably looks like the middle of nowhere to you then."

"Yeah," I sighed. Like I needed to be told that, "it seems peaceful at least." Which will make my job incredibly boring.

The attendant walked towards me holding out his hand for me to shake. "Well then, welcome to Inaba. If you ever need to know where anything is, feel free to stop by, I work here just about every day."

"Thanks." I smiled, my mood somewhat lightened by his friendly welcome. I shook his hand, but as soon as I did, I got the strangest feeling that I shouldn't have. Something about the handshake just felt off. It wasn't that the handshake itself was strange, but something wasn't right and I couldn't put my finger on it. I pulled away from his grip, a slightly confused expression on my face, only to see him smiling.

"I hope you enjoy your time in Inaba sir. I know it looks a bit run down, but you never know what you might find to do around here." He turned away and walked back towards the building without waiting for me to reply.

I stood there for a moment, almost stunned, before shaking my head and getting back in the car. I must just be tired; I thought as put my seatbelt on and started the car. I turned the heat on and began to pull away from the station, but before I left the parking lot I realized that I was feeling nauseated, and slightly dizzy. Figures, I think, as soon as I get to this damn town I start feeling sick. Must be a sign. Of course at the time, I never would have guessed the real reason behind my sudden sickness. To think, it all started with a simple handshake.

I apologize once again for how short this is, but I felt that this was a good place to stop. The next chapter should up soon, most likely tomorrow afternoon. I hope you've enjoyed the first chapter!