AUTHOR'S NOTE: Welcome back! This is part two of 'Calls for Help' a Persona fanfiction told from the point-of-view of Persona 4 Protagonist, Yu Narukami. Things are still picking up, so stick with me. This is the first time I've done a multi-chapter story and I'm still learning the ropes. I hope what is here is enough to entice you to come back to see the story play out. If you read a different story of mine, 'Kindred Spirits', then you might have an idea where this is going.

I hope you enjoy the story!

Sometimes I truly wonder where children get their endless energy from...

Soon after I moved to Inaba, I decided to take on a few part-time jobs. I needed some spending money, so it seemed like a simple decision. I had no idea that a Day Care Assistant was such a tiring job. It takes a very understanding person to handle so many children pulling you in every direction at once. I couldn't decide which was more tiring: this job, or going inside a TV World, battling monsters, and solving a murder case. Either way, I was worn out.

Another attendant came up to me and let me have a short break. Thankful for the chance to catch my breath, I stepped under the nearby gazebo to sit down and have a quick drink. I laughed to myself as I heard the children behind me shouting about the games they were going to play and 'Neo-Featherman'.

Pi Pi Pi Pi Pi Pi Pi

Startled, I glanced to notice my phone was ringing. I reached for it and checked to see who was calling.

Yosuke Calling

"How's it going?" I asked, still beat from the commotion behind me.

"Dude, you're not gonna believe this!" Yosuke said excitedly. At first I didn't know what he meant. I suppose my exhaustion had something to do with that. I recalled his questions last night and the advice I gave him. I had a feeling where this was going, but I decided to play dumb.

"Believe what?" I asked.

"I took your advice and asked the girl!" Yosuke said. With the tone of his voice, I assume on the other side Yosuke was beaming. He sounded ecstatic. "Turns out, she likes me, too!"

I smiled. "That's great, Yosuke!" It's good to know that this is going well for him. He was so nervous yesterday that I honestly didn't expect him to ask her immediately. I guess he really did listen. "So what happens now?"

"We're going to go out on a date!" Yosuke said, getting louder. He must be somewhere private, otherwise someone else would question him about this. I laughed along with his chuckle before things got silent for a little bit.

"Something wrong, Yosuke?" I asked. Things got a little awkward out of nowhere.

"I, uh, need your help again, partner," Yosuke slowly muttered. "I've never been on a date. What am I supposed to do?" My mind went blank. I wasn't sure what to tell him. Not having the most experience dating is helping out much.

"Um, well..." I started, looking around in thought. My mind cleared and it made me see things in a simpler way. "Just spend time together doing something you enjoy." Yosuke was silent. Was that bad advice? I thought it was okay...

"That's it...?" Yosuke asked. He didn't sound convinced. "Aren't dates supposed to be a big deal? Shouldn't I try and be 'romantic' or something?"

I closed my eyes and laughed a little. "Not always," I replied. "Any time you get to spend with her is important. Find out what hobbies she has and have fun!" Yosuke mumbled in agreement. "By the way, who is the girl?"

"It's-Hey!" Yosuke shouted. "I said I can't tell you!" I was so close. I grinned and thought up an excuse.

"I was asking so I could help!" I retorted. "If I know who the girl is, then I can help think up an idea!" Yosuke didn't reply at first.

"I really shouldn't," He sighed. "I'll give you a hint: you've met her," Yosuke added, probably winking when he said it. I laughed at the fact that he sort of bent the rules a bit to let me know. I began to mentally narrow down who it could be based on the clue, but eventually I backed down. Yosuke was probably in enough trouble as it was, so I didn't want to make things worse.

"The key for a first date is not to try and sweep the girl off her feet," I said. "That may work for some girls," I added, "But others will think it's cliche or that you're trying too hard. I think keeping it casual and relaxed is best. That way you can get to know her better."

"Yeah," Yosuke said, "I had a plan along those lines. I was sure she would go for it, but I didn't think it was a good idea," Yosuke trailed off. "Thanks, partner! I wish I was as confident as you with this kind of stuff!"

I smiled at the compliment. "Trust me, I get nervous sometimes too." We both shared a quick laugh. "Anyway, my break is almost over, so I need to go."

"Oh, sorry man," Yosuke said, sounding apologetic. "I didn't mean to take up your whole break..."

"It's alright," I replied. "Let me know how it goes!" Yosuke agreed, then I hung up. I quickly chugged the rest of my drink and stood back up. I returned to work with the other assistants and watch after the kids. My mind wondered to think of Yosuke and his date with a stranger that I apparently know. If things go well, then maybe I'll be seeing much more of this girl. Yosuke is really taking this seriously if he is coming to me for help. I just hope I'm telling him the right things...