(GS3) Field: Beach

[Cherry]

It took a little bit but after preparing everything, including a surprise stage to be set up for Hana, Yukino went on ahead to the beach. She decided against a swimsuit after learning that Hana already had a new one, and the queen wasn't willing to shop for one alone. Barking orders to get things ready, one of the butlers was told to bring over the others.

A new text for the four of Hana, Haruka, Satoshi, and Miyuki:

"I'm having one of the butlers pick you guys up, so get ready. He'll be able to find you in case you're not at the manor."

[Lance Korilum]

  Once again, Cero returned to the beach.  He had come here in hopes of finding that woman to challenge her to a rematch.  However, he was out of luck.  She was nowhere to be found.  Out of the corner of his eye, he saw Yukino.  Still believing her to be too weak to bother with, he turned away and chose to ignore her.  Since he was here and brought his beach stuff, he figured he may as well take a day off from his rather boring training and relax.  He set up an area for himself, and threw off his jacket and shirt.  Laying down, Cero closed his eyes for a nap, comforted by the cool ocean breeze.

[Beryl]

Satoshi was sitting at the snack bar on the beach when his pocket buzzed. It was Yukino, telling everyone that a butler was on his way to pick them all up and drop them off at the beach.

He sent a quick text back:

No need. I'm at the snack bar already, getting some fries. You can come and chat some if you'd like, it's a pretty obvious little building that went up here recently.

He put his phone away and rubbed his temples a little. A lot had been on his mind recently, so one of his goals for the day had been to go to the beach and not think for a while, something Seph obliged to because he thought it would be good for his champion. They had spent most of the morning brainstorming new names for their soul combintaion because what initially came to mind, Satoshirot, wasn't nearly as cool as they were expecting.

[Hope]

They all took the magic butler sedan which stopped by every single place that they needed to go to. It also was conveniently quick and was able to speed warp through traffic. Of course, this was because of the Rift. Because no matter what happens, everyone always blames the Rift. Neu Edelweiss is an evil mastermind and wants to destroy the world through wanting to play Vanguard for fun. Obviously. Also we need to talk about the missing clans. Yep, that's what they talked about on the way to the beach, missing clans. Where did they get plot-wise? Nowhere.

Hana stepped out of the sedan and did a quick stretch. The sun was still out and the ocean breeze was fresh and cool, a perfect combination with the hot summer sun. She had the opportunity to change when the butler mobile had stopped by over at the manor. She was wearing a white sundress as well as a straw hat signed by Drake. It probably even had some of his left over tears. It was her favorite hat.

[Jello]

The ride was rather... interesting.

Getting to Haruka's house, he was given only a few moments to grab whatever he needed and be back in the car before the butler's personally wrenched him back into the vehicle. The schedule had stiffened a little it seems. Towel, trunks, deck, new scarf.

Well, the scarf was the one he got with his trunks so it was only natural.


Arriving at the beach was a breath of fresh air. It still warm out despite the evening rolling in. The sun had gone down only a little bit, but that didn't particularly bother him. It meant less people staring and questioning why he wasn't going to get in the water. Getting a decent look around the area, he notices Yukino standing on the beach side. He expected her in a cute swimsuit, but alas, not today.

Eh... Well, can't always win.

The conversation in the car about missing clans was rather interesting.

Not really.

"Hey, Yukinooo." He waved with a simper on his face, scarf somewhat flapping behind him. He hopes he isn't hitting anyone with it.

[Crystalia]

'Oh yes, I'm going to the beach' she said. 'Should be a nice change of pace.' With that, they were whisked away by the butler. She was given time to collect some of the things she had left at the mansion, and get dressed. She didn't feel bothered to wear anything too special, so she just wore a simple dress. She didn't really feel like swimming anyway.

Miyuki found the discussion on missing clans in the car mostly pointless, it was just going over stuff they already knew, and just dragged down the mood for no real reason. Oh well.

It was still light by the time they reached the beach (as it hadn't taken long), despite the time. The beach offered a nice view of ocean, with the sun reflecting off of the sea. She walked onto the beach, enjoying the breeze. 'It was probably good to get out at least' she thought.

[Hope]

Hana brought a big bag with her. She was already wearing her swimsuit her dress, but knowing Mi-hime wouldn't bring one, she brought a pair that she had purchase back when she was with Riviere at the shopping district. Riviere chose it specifically for Mi-hime. Hana had no complaints. She walked over behind her crush who had walked onto the beach and she enjoyed the breeze that ran by.

"Mi-hime you're going swimming with me today." Hana pointed at her.

[Cherry]

The queen, donned in a light blue sundress as homage to her natural snow woman-likeness, looked off in the distance to see the others arriving. Yukino texted Satoshi to come over and meet with everyone, while also shooing away the workers that had been working on the surprise with her. They were traveling to another side of the beach. Closing her phone and putting it away, she rubbed her hands together, charged with excitement. Today was going to be a good day for Hana, even if Yukino had to kill a man.

Waving to greet and motion them over, she stopped after a few seconds. Her boyfriend wearing a scarf on the beach again caught her off guard with a "Really?" expression. Yet, she supposed it wouldn't be him if he wasn't wearing it.

[Grimm]

Noah was rudely awoken from his nap when he heard a somewhat small crowd of people enter the beach. Among them was was Satoshi, Haruka, and three girls he had never seen before.

"Ugh, I fell asleep, it's already sunset now.... where did the day go?" Noah thought to himself, yawning.

No one else was at the beach except those five individuals, but all of them had the same aura.

"Both Satoshi and Haruka made mentions of friendship, are these five all friends? Well then they'd all be trying to unseal the clans, right?" Noah thought. Noah winced in pain.

"Correct, all five of them are trying to unseal the lost clans." Maelstrom's words echoed in Noah's head.

"I'd better lay low for now then." Noah thought to himself.

Noah felt a strong feeling of envy of the group, he had never had friends, so he never knew what it was like to go to the beach in company. He loved the beach, but he never went there with anyone besides himself.

[Crystalia]

Miyuki was still just standing on the beach when Hana walked up to her. 'Mi-hime you're going swimming with me today.' Those words didn't sound like they were giving her a choice, and knowing Hana, 'I forgot my swimsuit' wasn't going to work. She probably had one for her in that bag.

'Alright, sure thing!' she said, admitting defeat inwardly. It looked like she would be swimming today. She could see Yukino waving in the distance, seeming to be slightly happier than usual. Hopefully that was the case.

[Jello]

He saw Yukino was really giddy. Then she looked at him, and gave him a sour look. In response he pouted and shrugged.

What I do wrong this time?

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It never hit him that the scarf looked sort of ridiculous out here at the beach. He discarded the thought and instead just ran up to her. He was probably the most excited of the bunch to see her, maybe save Satoshi, considering he was always pretty chipper to see the group as well.

Despite not being clad in the bathing suit he hoped for, his lovely woman was wearing a beautiful dress. An icy blue. Funnily enough, Haruka's scarf was crimson. He didn't have an idea as to why he picked it, it sort of just matched the cliche red flowers on his black trunks.

"Good to see you as always darling." He gave his stupid little bow before turning back to Miyuki and Hana.

Hana had mentioned something that caught his attention.

Swimming. Ugh. Good thing I'm not part of that call.

[Hope]

"Yay!" Hana hopped up and hugged Mi-hime, also trying to seem more happier to make her feel better.

She turned her head to notice Yukino waving in the distance. Hana headed on over and grabbed Mi-hime's hand. Yukino not wearing a swimsuit was kind of disappointing for Hana especially since Yukinee's bf was wearing one. "Its no fair for him, she should've thought about him too..." Hana thought to herself. There was an eerie feeling from the wind that Hana felt, one that she usually felt during council meetings. Though, it seemed very weak and currently irrelevant so she ignored it.

[Cherry]

Do you know how ridiculous a scarf looks on you right now?! She mentally shouted in response to that sour look of Haruka's, but still gave him a smile as he arrived first. While the others approached, the boy had turned around, but she grabbed his arm and turned him back toward herself. Immediately did she plant her lips on his for a kiss, as it had been far too long since they met. After holding it for a few extra seconds, she let him go.

Beach chairs, towels, umbrellas, and the like had already been set up for them. Each spot with their belongings was pointed out, as was the snack bar Satoshi was at.

"I'm sure you're burning up in that dress", Ezel jeered.

"Quiet... Haruka gets his surprise later."

[Grimm]

Pain shot through Noah's head.

"You should make an appearance, what's the worst that could happen?" Maelstrom's words swirled around in Noah's head. Somehow Maelstrom's words gave the timid boy a blind sense of confidence, so he walked along the beach to the snack bar where Satoshi was.

"Fancy seeing you here." Noah said calmly. "What is all of this?"

[Jello]

Would you rather I show off the war scars? He wanted to give back in response.

Thing is the two weren't actually talking so this conversation didn't really happen. Technically.

The kiss was mostly unexpected, causing him to let out a small high-pitched cry.

"Hmmf...!" As the kiss ended, he ended up still looking at her, blinking. It took him a moment to realize what had just happened. He was actually ecstatic about it and it only showed a little on him, showed by the really big smile plastered on his face. To avoid further embarrassment he covered his face with his scarf and looked around at everything that had been set up.

"I-er, I'm going to sit d-down for a second." His mind was still jumbled by the softness pressed against his lips only a moment ago, causing him to need to take a seat really quick. He places his towel down on the beach chair and sits on it's edge, a bit jittery, allowing Hana, Yukino and Miyuki to chat up for a bit.