YAY! The 9th chapter is here. You know I forgot to tell you I typed most of the stories on my phone and I put them here on the com. Edit them at least three times. Then post them up here and other places. Let's get this chapter over with. This also might be the shortest chapter in here too like the April 19th chapter. Since the 21st is just them going to the Police office in the Paulownia Mall. So Let's get this show on the road. :)
EDITED VERSION!
DISCLAIMER: I DO NOT OWN PERSONA 3/FES/PORTABLE IN ANY WAY THEY BELONG TO ATLUS. THE ONLY THING I OWN IS MY OC NOAMI AND A COPY OF THEIR GAME OF P3P.
So let the stories begin!
~April 21, 2009 Early Morning Dorm/Gekkoukan Gates~
I left early as usual only to be stopped by Yukari.
"Um, hey. Want to walk to school together?"
"Sure," I smiled happily.
So we both walked to school talking about different things.
Minato walked alone today 'cause his sister decided to walk to school with Junpei. Though he did have a bad feeling about the cap wearing boy will pull some strings out of his sight. As he walked to the front gates, a boy in brown hair called to him. He introduced himself as Kenji Tomochika. They talked for a bit till the first bell rang and everyone is at the auditorium. (Okay Junpei and Kenji are the second SL of the game for both of the protagonist, which is the Magician Arcana which you won't receive until April 22nd, 2009 where you will be treated to the Hagekure Ramen Shop. But I am also skipping it since most of the time you just raise your status and social links. So you won't get to see the "Thou art I" speech when a SL is formed. I'll just tell you when you can start peoples' SL).
~Auditorium~
We sat in our perspective class as the student finishes her speech about the main part of the assembly. She then announces Mitsuru-sempai to the podium to give her speech for being elected Student Council President.
"Thank you," Mitsuru nodded her head, taking her position on the podium.
"So, she did get elected," Yukari's prediction was spot on. "Well... she is the most popular girl in school."
"You can say that again! There's like some kinda aura around her..." Junpei agreed. "Besides, this school's owned by the Kirijo Group, right?"
"Yeah, I try not to think about that," Yukari wavered.
"As I begin my term as Student Council President, I'd like to share with you my vision for this coming year. It is my firm belief that each of us must accept the responsibility of bettering out school. However, change cannot occur without sustained effort and unprecedented level of commitment. That is why we must restructure our daily lives to accommodate this lofty goal," Mitsuru-sempai poured out her speech from heart.
"I'd like each of you to dig deeply into your well of motivation, and re-evaluate your convictions... To imagine a bold new future without losing sight of the realities around you. That is the key. I am certain that many of you have your own visions of the future... For us to reap the full benefits of our education, your participation, ideas, and enthusiasm are essential. Thank you," finishing her speech, she walked off to the side as everyone applauded.
"Dang... That was freakin' amazing... So do you guys have any idea what she just said?" Junpei being a bit lost.
"Yup," the twins answered simultaneously.
"Sure didn't sound like somethin' a high school would say... If it was anyone else, we'd be laughin' our asses off." Junpei smirked.
~Afternoon~
We have Ms. Toriumi today, "All right today we'll be going over the Meiji-era literature. Open your textbooks to page 12. Oh... Hmm, I don't really like this author. Okay never mind. I've got a great poem we could cover instead. Close your textbooks, everyone, and listen... "Beyond the seas, high above in the skies..."
I feel sleepy, but I got to stay awake or I'll get in trouble for it. Just like Minato one time when he was sleeping in class. Minako had to wake him up by slapping him full force. And his face was stinging red the rest of the afternoon. I shuddered at the thought of being slapped by Mi-chan. Okay I don't want to go there.
"Alright Kenji, you'd better not be sleeping back there!" Ms. Toriumi yelled, full fledge hint of anger showered at the brown haired teen. "You should be ashamed of yourself, taking a nap while I pour my heart into reading this poem! For that you get another essay along with your regular assignment tonight! I'll expect a slice of cake when you turn it in, too! Not those store bought you tried to cheap me off of." Okay more weirdness. Why would she ask for cake? I don't want to know.
~After School~
Yukari had Archery today, the twins left already along with Junpei and I was left alone... Again! Damn it all. So I decided to go out and I heard squealing fan girls out the door as I switched off my shoes. Ugh must be Akihiko-sempai that passed by to make this happen. I stood out of the front and of course he was surrounded by fan girls while the twins watched and Junpei suddenly walked up to them.
"Have you notice how popular Akihiko-san is with the ladies? Man, take a look at that... I didn't used to talk to him much, but now I've got a good excuse. I know he's the captain of the boxing team, but... Who woulda thought he'd be such a chick magnet! I mean come on! You don't even see girls flock like that on TV! I wonder where they're going..." Junpei observed the situation.
As Akihiko started walking the fan girls followed. I sighed and decided I should approach them. As I came by Junpei greeted me with my pet name, 'Kari-tan' that he made up. I growled at him for the name. He didn't seem fazed, but the twins happily greeted me as 'Nao-chan.' So I smiled at them and greeted them too. Akihiko noticed us and asked if we were free today. Then Minako somehow got glares from 'them'. I didn't get as much since I'm popular around here and they didn't want to get in my way or else I could just flip them like pancakes and break a bone or two.
"Hell yeah! Watcha got in mind?" Junpei asked excitedly thinking he was going with the crazy fan girls.
"I want the three of you to meet me at the Paulownia Mall. You know where it is, right? I'll be at the police station. See ya there."
"Th-The police station?" Junpei panicked. "You mean, we're not hangin' out with your friends...?"
"Who, these girls? I don't even know their names. They talk so much they give me a headache," Akihiko said annoyed. "Anyway, I'm going to head out. ...Don't keep me waiting." Once that said he left.
"Awww... Why can't he be more friendly?" The first fan girl sighed disappointed.
"But, that's what makes him so cool!" Fan girl number two said and they all left.
"How can he not know their names? I mean, seriously! Look at them!" Junpei exaggerated. "Oh, well."
We all sweat dropped at the action. I know how it feels to be surrounded by fan girls especially when I'm the girl and the fans are the guys. I sighed until I heard some guys talking behind us. Turning my head and caught a glimpse of the fan club for me. Speak of the devil. Ugh. Great. Just when I had to deal with fan girls, I now have to deal with 'them'. Walking up to me they said hey and trying to act cool around me. Wannabe's. I swear, the next thing I know I need is a little more jump for the crowed that slows me down like this and squeal like pigs. I rubbed my neck in annoyance and fully turn to them.
"What do you guys want now?" I said annoyed with an irk mark on my head.
They said nothing and they wanted to hang out with me. But I'm sure the two male Persona-users sense the glares they've been given to them. So I decided to full out flatly deny their request and stalked off. The guys wish that I was too, as friendly. I am, but I just hate fans. They don't know the difference from personal space and being friends with them or just a simple acquaintance. Idiots. Then Junpei said along the lines of 'that's harsh.'
"Well, what are you guys waiting for? Akihiko-sempai said to meet him at the police station," I stopped halfway, turning my head.
"Oh, uh, right. Comin'" Junpei jogged along with the twins.
Sighing I decided to catch up with them by jogging to. But it does feel great to have a light jog. My bangs flowing in the air, the little bells that jingle on my hair bun. My bag hanging on my side, feels like old times. It's really been a while since I'm actually this free. But I have so many things topping off with it: Tartarus, school, my popularity, my studies, my social life, and after school clubs. Next thing you know all this will stress me out and I'll just go to a crazy asylum. Though I hope that won't happen.
~Paulownia Mall/Police Station~
"Thank you, Sir," Akihiko said immediately, he then turned to us. "Oh, these are the guys I was talking about earlier."
There stood a man in police uniform who seemed to be really up-tight. He just stared at us for most of the time being.
"I was waiting for you guys," Akihiko inputted. "This is Officer Kurosawa. He helps keep our squad well-equipped. And, this is from Ikutsuki-san..." He handed each of the three new comers five thousand yen.
"R-Really? Sweet!" Junpei surprised of the free allowance.
"You can't fight empty-handed, so find something you like. Officer Kurosawa has connections... But these things still cost money."
"Of course they do. Nothing in life is free," the Officer inputted the facts.
"I realized that," Akihiko smirked. "Well, I'll see you later. Thanks again." With that said he left.
"I've been informed about you three. My job is to maintain peace in this city, regardless of the circumstances. I'm just an ordinary police officer, but it doesn't take a genius to know something strange is going on here. I'm only doing what I think is right," Officer Kurosawa informed about his situation.
We thanked him for his support and left the station. When we got out Junpei felt a bit disappointed. He complained that they only got five thousand yen. But I said that we could get more while exploring Tartarus. They are usually in brief cases, so it wouldn't matter much. Plus those floating cards I see, but I won't tell anyone. With him still a bit sad he decided to leave. Since we have time still I decided to show them the Nanagaki Shrine.
~Evening~
Mitsuru-sempai greeted us and explained the rules of Tartarus. And that we are able to go out when needed. We decided to go to our rooms study and hit the hay.
