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damned_institute2008-09-07 11:48 pm
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Day 35 - Mystic Healing Spa and Accupuncture
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"Let's see what's behind door number one then," he replied, deciding to play along with Hanyuu.
Archer wasn't sure what her true self was like, but he suspected it wasn't this. He didn't have anyway of confirming this; it was just a gut feeling he got. Perhaps something happened to her during nightshift? God, he hoped not. Patients were regularly taken for experimentation, but... His jaw tensed a little at the thought, but he reigned his emotions in before the dam broke loose. Hanyuu wasn't the only one good at hiding her feelings; Archer had plenty of experience too.
"Hello," he said entering the spa. Immediately his senses were assaulted by the smell of incense and herbal tea that he recognize. To a Japanese person like him the scent wasn't offensive but rather relaxing. He'd been to plenty of places like it back home. Issei's place had particularly strong incense, though it was to be expected of a temple.
Approaching the counter, he noticed the vibrant yellow that contrasted the soothing blue. To the side there were crystals hanging in the window like little snow flakes, twisting and refracting the light into a glittering shine. The flowing fountain on the desk seemed slightly out of place but soothing just as well. All in all, a relaxing feeling filled him in this place. It definitely wasn't home, but at the very least it was much more comfortable than the Institute. "We have some coupons for a massage and facial."
Glancing at the little spirit by his side out of the corner of his eye, he wondered if she was interested in a facial. In his experience, girls were usually really interested in this kind of stuff, but Hanyuu looked pretty young. Maybe she didn't care.
"Let's see what's behind door number one then," he replied, deciding to play along with Hanyuu.
Archer wasn't sure what her true self was like, but he suspected it wasn't this. He didn't have anyway of confirming this; it was just a gut feeling he got. Perhaps something happened to her during nightshift? God, he hoped not. Patients were regularly taken for experimentation, but... His jaw tensed a little at the thought, but he reigned his emotions in before the dam broke loose. Hanyuu wasn't the only one good at hiding her feelings; Archer had plenty of experience too.
"Hello," he said entering the spa. Immediately his senses were assaulted by the smell of incense and herbal tea that he recognize. To a Japanese person like him the scent wasn't offensive but rather relaxing. He'd been to plenty of places like it back home. Issei's place had particularly strong incense, though it was to be expected of a temple.
Approaching the counter, he noticed the vibrant yellow that contrasted the soothing blue. To the side there were crystals hanging in the window like little snow flakes, twisting and refracting the light into a glittering shine. The flowing fountain on the desk seemed slightly out of place but soothing just as well. All in all, a relaxing feeling filled him in this place. It definitely wasn't home, but at the very least it was much more comfortable than the Institute. "We have some coupons for a massage and facial."
Glancing at the little spirit by his side out of the corner of his eye, he wondered if she was interested in a facial. In his experience, girls were usually really interested in this kind of stuff, but Hanyuu looked pretty young. Maybe she didn't care.
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"Welcome to Mystic Healing, we hope you enjoy your stay. We have plenty of open spots for both. How exactly may we help you today?"
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The interior of the building was... not quite what she would've expected. Not that she'd really known what to expect in the first place, but still. She was too busy looking around the room to immediately notice the woman at the counter, and it wasn't until she spoke that Hanyuu realized she was there.
"U-um," the spirit squeaked out, bumping into Archer as she moved closer to him. "What... Auauu... Wh-what's a facial?" She probably should've asked that while they were still outside, but she hadn't bothered looking at the packet of coupons earlier.
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"I think it's some kind of skin treatment for your face," Archer replied, scrunching his eye brows, racking his brain for an explanation. Really, he was kinda out of his element here. The closest he'd been to something similar was the hot springs back home. It was really too bad they didn't have that here. Maybe, they might have a sauna? "I'm fine with just a massage."
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"And what about you, dear? How can we assist you today?
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"Then I'll go with that, I guess," she said, shifting nervously. Hanyuu really wished she hadn't become the object of the strange woman’s attention. "T-the facial, I mean..."
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"Alright, we should be all set," Archer commented, now that they'd made their choices. He was slightly surprised by Hanyuu's decision and wondered if she was wounded? He couldn't really tell. The baggy shirt did well to conceal any injuries, and it's not like he could ask her, she would just deny it. There were a few chairs in the waiting area, which looked as good as any place to rest. "Will we have to wait long or are you ready for us now?"
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"We're ready for you. If you'll just hand over your coupons and head through that door...?"
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Giving Archer another quick look, the spirit handed the woman the coupon and then moved through the door.
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Entering into the spa, Yuber was instantly hit with the scent of incense. It was a sensation that offended his senses as he stepped further in, and the sickly yellow and blue colours covering the walls made him wish to burn them instantly down.
Still, he held himself in check and walked further into the establishment.
The sound of running water pulled Yuber's attention over to the reception desk - where a number of humans were obviously working behind. Passing his gaze over the men and women, the Black Knight turned his attention back down to Xelloss. "I believe you were correct in picking this wonderful establishment."
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"Why, thank you," he answered, once he'd recovered from the unexpected scent. It really wasn't too unpleasant now that he was used to it, but he shouldn't have inhaled so heavily before. And more softly, glancing up, "Doesn't it seem like a peaceful, serene sort of place, where people will go to have their troubles gently taken away?" So it was lovely to have trouble walk in the doorway. Although, now that they were here, what to do without openly inviting trouble on themselves? Aside from finding out what a facial was. Curiosity was one trait Xelloss hadn't outgrown a bit over the centuries.
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"May I help you?" she called out.
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Hokuto made a soft, wordless sound of pleasure when they stepped inside; it even smelled like home. Not her own place, but her grandmother's; she smiled wistfully, hoping the woman was all right. She didn't depend on me like Subaru, but losing a grandchild isn't something you recover from, is it? And after losing a child... she closed her eyes for a second. I'm sorry, Grandmother.
But enough of that; the field trip was a day to put worries aside for a while, to relax somewhere that wasn't inside the walls of an institution. She turned to smile at Adel as she led him towards the waiting area; she didn't mind if it was a while before someone came around to them. They could talk, and she could enjoy the atmosphere.
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Ah well. He followed along amiably as Hokuto led him to the waiting area, offering a slight smile to her as he did so. "This place seems... refreshing?"
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She'd been a little worried she'd end up teary-eyed, but this time the reminder of home just felt peaceful. She knows I'm okay; hopefully, she will be too. She closed her eyes in something like a prayer; after a moment, she turned to Adel and smiled again. "Say, what language are you speaking?" It sounded crazy to any outsiders, but it was obvious where they were from anyway...
[[Invisible thread! After her massage, going to pester little brother here (http://community.livejournal.com/damned/450158.html?thread=36551790#t36551790).]]
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Honey pushed open the door and bounced in, enjoying the sights and scents of the spa. It was easily a reminder of home and the nicer things he'd come to expect. He made it to the front counter, head barely high enough to talk to the person at the desk.
"Hello!" he chirped.
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