sacral | 𝚒𝚗𝚋𝚘𝚡 — 𝚜𝚘𝚖𝚗𝚒𝚊.

[ Irritating someone scarier than Subaru but also -- ]

I was thinking of trying to earn enough brownie points with Sleep to have her tether to me, but now I think I should hold onto these terrifying feelings to remind myself to not do that...

Tethering yourself to Sleep? Why?

I thought it might give us some insight into ... something.

Even in good faith, the insight of a god...

[ If that's what she really is. ]

Still... I thought it might be useful to us all to try to acquire something.

However, I'm having second thoughts.

You're right to reconsider. Sacrifice magic always ends how you saw it.

But if we don't do anything, what do you think will happen?

[ It does strike a nerve. ]

...there are other ways. If you really want to know.

Well, I wouldn't be opposed to hearing them.

In onmyoudo, you can scry any of the elements. Water, fire, stone, wind...

But it's also possible to scry less orthodox things. Like blood.

That so?

I'd love to try.

There are some limitations to teaching here. But I think it's possible, if that's what you wish to do.

Well, it isn't something I could do before - so why don't we give it a whirl?

Alright. Because of the nature of your magic, it might flourish for you.

[ And, unspoken: it's likely the only reason why he's willing. ]

You can name a time, but I'd prefer to pick the space.

Gimme some time to not be so nervous about the goddess I'm flirting with --

[ He hums. How long will it take to ease his worries? Not that long. His easy-going nature - the nature that lets all trouble roll of him - is a blessing as much as a curse for those around him. ]

How about in two days time? In the afternoon?

[ A small laugh. ] I live quite far so it'll give me time to get to where you are. Since you're doing me a favor, the last I can do is put in the literal leg work.

[ Perhaps a blessing in disguise, that cavalier nature of his. ]

Understood. But I'll choose a location closer to you. After this ritual, your body might not be in any condition to travel long distances.

[ Forward. ]

Unless you'd like to stay with me for a time.

[ ...even more forward. ]

Well, sure!

It'll be like a sleepover.

[ Hm. ]

Have you ever had one of those?

[ hm, ]

Not in the traditional sense. Though I suppose...

My apartment has been busier than I'm used to, as of late.

It's because you're so popular, I'm sure.

[ A beat. ]

Subaru, what do you like? Like what would you like as a gift? Even though things are as they are -- [ A dreary situation where it's hard to find supplies. ] -- I think bringing a gift when visiting is still something I should do.

You find it difficult to neglect your manners, don't you?

[ Souvenirs, good tidings for longevity, health, luck. So on. Though he supposes this landscape makes even the smallest offering mean more. So, he exercises his pliancy: ]

Tea and paper go fast here.

I do... or rather I find that doing this is the least I can do for others.

[ Another very soft laugh. ]

They do. So... I'll see if I can find you some?

You don't have to justify it. It's not a bad thing.

I'll accept, in that case.

You're really an understanding person.

Thank you, thank you. I appreciate your help and presence so much.

It's nothing. I'm not much of a teacher... but, like you've said — it doesn't feel right to do nothing.

I'm glad to be able to give you something to do.

I'll be sure to take good notes and attempt to get a good grade in blood rituals.

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