3rd Punch [Video]

[emperor_with_no_groove]

[Well… that method definitely wasn’t Akihiko’s preferred way to break the news gently to the rest of the camp. Now, to deal with the aftermath…]

Don’t worry, everyone. We’re not gonna throw in the towel without a fight. We’ve got this.

[He falls quiet for a minute, contemplating, and then tries his best to display a reassuring smile to the network.]

Hey, what do you guys like to do for fun? There’s a bunch of clubs in my school, and those are great for teambuilding and meeting new people.

So, I was thinking… Why don’t we start up some clubs right here? Like swimming, archery, boxing, or anything else you’re into! There can even be a book club, if sports aren’t your thing. Maintaining mental strength is important too.

[Though he can’t help quipping next with some personal bias.]

Of course, we can’t let up with our training, especially now, so make sure you guys find a good balance between the two, okay?

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[hououji]

Mostly alone. My classes are more advanced than most people my age. [Not bragging. Just honest.]

If they could control us, why would you be such a danger? No, I don't care what they'd want to punish me with. The only punishment I'd worry about is not doing anything and losing my best friend.

[emperor_with_no_groove]

[He doesn't see that as boasting at all. Aki and his glass-is-half-full philosophy... sigh.]

Then... if you'd be willing to, could you try teaching others that aren't as advanced? Get them caught up to speed. I mean, I don't know if we're in the same grade, but I wouldn't mind learning new things from you.

Because of who our parents are, and some agreement that they apparently violated. [He shakes his head.] I don't understand all of it. They'll only be as forthcoming as they wanna be.

[hououji]

I'm fourteen, actually. I'm only just about to graduate middle school.

--But that isn't what's important, right now. Squalo-san said it was because you were too dangerous. If they could control us, they could control you. If they want to kill so many people, they can't expect us not to fight back.

[emperor_with_no_groove]

Wow! Really? Heh, that's pretty impressive! I have a friend that's really serious about her studies. You girls would probably get along.

If they were concerned about that in the first place, then why bother presenting this kind of ultimatum? Let's be honest here. It'd be a lot easier for them to kill us without giving advance notice first. This has to be a test of some kind.

[hououji]

I've never known gods to make much sense. There are at least twelve deities who would have known of such a decision, it's entirely likely not all of them see eye-to-eye.

[emperor_with_no_groove]

I wonder if they'd even get any say in it. Some of them have to care, right? Most of us are... well, related now.