smashacademy | 01. I'm home [Text]

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01. I'm home [Text]

[[OOC: If the involved players would like her DR post to be canon, then this journal post can come after it. I'd be happy to finish those threads there.]]

Hello everyone. For those of you who may not know me, my name is Chiyo and I'm a Vaporeon. I first arrived at Smash Academy two years back and spent, according to the time here, a year away on an unexpected break. If by chance you may be curious as to where I've been, I was away traveling through a few worlds before I was able to find a portal to return here. Speaking of which, portals can be rather complicated to understand and use, so please be careful when you see or plan to use one, okay?

That aside, I'll be in college this year! I'm greatly looking forward to studying, spending time in the library and greenhouse, swimming, and hanging out with friends again. Although I'm saddened to have discovered that several friends I knew have left, I still look forward to making new friends and hope we'll have a pleasant year together.

In the meantime, I'll be taking a walk around the school and will be looking to reunite with some friends. If you'd like to meet or text me, please feel free to do so. I'll have my phone with me and will answer any texts as soon as I'm able.

Again, it's nice to be back. I hope I didn't cause too much trouble when I disappeared. If I did, I'd like to make it up to you. Other than that, hope you have a great day!

Private Text to Mondo:

Hello Mondo. If it's alright with you, could we meet? I'd like to talk to you. If not, then... I'll understand.

Sincerely,
Chiyo

[[OOC: Feel free to make action threads if you'd like to interact with Chiyo on campus.]]

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WELL, seeing that post on the network was a definite mood raiser. Jon was thrilled to see that his little friend had returned.

She said she'd be out and around looking for old friends, so, he slipped on his fur coat, as it were, and decided to sniff her out. Which didn't take TOO long.

"Oi - welcome back, you."

Hopefully she remembered him. It sounded like she'd been on quite the adventure...

Without a doubt, Jon was at the top of her list of people see wanted to see. The sound of his voice... the sight of him before her... it had her breaking out in the widest smile anyone could have ever seen on her.

"Jon!" Her excitement and joy rang clear in his name. "I'm -"

There were just so many things she wanted to say, so many stories to share, but most of all...

"I've missed you so terribly much. I'm so glad to see you. Deeply, truly glad." She almost couldn't reiterate that enough. In fact, she also really wanted a hug. In spite of having hugged him several times before, she wasn't quite sure how he'd take it now after all the time that has passed. Slowly, she took a deep breath and tried not to be disheartened by the memories of when, how, and why she left the academy the last time she was here.

"I'm... sorry to have disappeared last year. And without a word too. Twice.... I hope you can forgive me."

Her smile had always had a way of waking up his. He smiled right back at her - a rare enough sight, when it came to the wolf man.

"You've no need to apologize. These things happen." he said, placing a gentle hand on her shoulder. "You were right in your post - portals and the like are tricky to deal with. It's just lovely to see you back at all. And it sounds as though you've had quite an interesting time of it, no less."

Of course he wanted to hear all about her adventure! But she had just arrived and he didn't want to be a pain by asking her a bunch of questions.

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She smiled in relief and relaxed at his touch.

"Thank you... You've always been so kind and understanding of me, and I appreciate you greatly for that. You never fail to put me at ease."

She felt bashful for saying all that, but it was the truth and she wanted him to know that. Because even after all this time and all her meltdowns, he still remained a true friend to her. It was all she could ever ask for.

He couldn't help thinking how far she'd come from the shy little Vaporeon who had seemed petrified of him on her first day.

"There's not many folk who'd say that of a Werewolf. You're a brave one, Chiyo." Jon joked, giving her shoulder a brief squeeze before putting his hand behind his back. "I've always enjoyed your company. You've never been anything outside of a delight to spend time with - If I make you feel at ease, you've only yourself to thank."

And it was true. If she wasn't such a lovely person, he'd definitely not go out of his way to make her feel comfortable in his presence.

Chiyo had to give a little surprised laugh at being called brave.

"Calling me brave might be pushing it, but I'm happy with the compliment." And then, finally, she dared to ask with a hopeful expression. "Jon, can I... can I give you a hug?"

"Yes. You may." he replied, moving closer and bringing his arms from behind his back so that he could hug her in return.

There were very few people in the world with whom he'd gladly exchange an affection like this in public. She was one of those few. And he didn't even look around to see if anyone was watching.

"Thank you!"

Overjoyed, she quickly went in for the hug, wrapping her arms around his torso and relished in the warmth of his warm, furry coat. It was all she had imagined it to be and she snuggled up against him.

"I believe hugs with you are the best hugs. I've been really looking forward to this day when we could meet again. It's almost like a dream come true. Thanks for being my friend, Jon."

"You are extremely welcome, little one." he replied, hugging her back and just allowing himself to feel happy that she was here again.

"...I did miss you, you know. Just in case there was any doubt in your mind. And I'm very glad to have you back with us. You're an extremely dear friend to me."

He'd always felt quite a connection with the watery Eeveelution. Always felt a drive to make sure she was taken care of and happy. He was just glad that she allowed him the rare opportunity to dote a little.

His words caused her to tear up and her nose to sting, but she was happy. Incredibly happy. Hearing you were an extremely dear friend... that could only be accompanied by massively heartwarming and tender feelings. Reluctantly, she drew away from the hug after an indulgent amount of time and smiled lovingly.

"As you are to me. My first and very dear Werewolf friend." She laughed quietly to herself, amazed at not only how spectacular it was to be able to meet a Werewolf, but also at how she was able to become close friends with him. She really did feel she had come a long way from how she used to be.

To her, they were a pack and Jon was the big, strong, caring, and respectable pack leader. She felt blessed to have him in her life.

"Life just wasn't the same without you."

"Speaking of life without me..." Jon said, happy to know that he was missed too, "...I'd love to hear about where you've been and the kinds of adventures you've had. World hopping isn't something I've done a great deal of."

Well, apart from the times he'd been to Kanto and also the Makai. But he doubted she went to the demon world or just back home to the Pokémon regions.

"I've got lots I'd like to tell you! Most of them aren't really spectacular, but nevertheless I'd like to share them with you. Maybe we can do so over a cup of tea? Maybe in the canteen or a cafe?" Though there were some stories she'd find hard to tell, she didn't think she'd be able to keep herself from sharing them with Jon. Keeping things from Jon wasn't something she could imagine doing. She trusted him too much to want to hide anything.

"A cup of tea sounds lovely, about now." Jon admitted. "Normally, I'd suggest we go into town and have something at a café, but being as you've only just arrived and are no doubt tired, I would think the cafeteria at school will do."

She'd only just gotten back - he didn't want to drag her around the countryside, after all!

"And we can have a bite to eat, while we're at it. I'm very much looking forward to hearing about everywhere you've been. I've a few things to share of my own, as well."

"Okay! Maybe we can save the cafe for another day." She started humming as she walked beside Jon. He was really thoughtful to consider her health, wasn't he? "So, Jon, how have things been this past year while I was away?"

"Well, I became a teacher." he replied. "I'm the Martial Arts instructor. I'm still training Riwane, though, she isn't currently at school. Not a lot else has changed, but the Teacher thing is certainly a lifestyle improvement. My own dorm room and a wage."

Both definite plusses!

"And we'll definitely go to a café some time soon. I'll take you for lunch."

Having a paycheck meant that he could do things like that, too.

"Wow, a teacher, huh? Congratulations! Is your class open to all students? I've been wanting to learn martial arts for some time now." Now that she could study at a school again, she wanted to learn the skills to defend herself and her friends. She wished to be strong, too.

"And thanks! I hope I can return your kindness someday. I'd like to get a job, but I'm unsure of what kind I can do."

"I would be overjoyed to see you there." Jon replied, holding the door for her to enter the cafeteria. "I do my utmost to cater to students of all ability levels so please believe me when I say you'd be welcome. I also provide one on one tutoring for students who wish to catch up a little bit. There's nothing wrong with being a beginner."

He walked in and thought a moment.

"As for a job, I'm unsure. There are plenty of places in the City where I assume a student could get an entry level position that requires no formal training. Perhaps not the sort of job one makes a career out of, but gainful employment."

As she walked through the door, she thanked Jon and headed over to counter to order chamomile tea and pound cake.

"I wonder if there are many other students who work in the city. Hmmm." She wondered which places should would find interesting to work at and the most brilliant of ideas came up. The idea excited her so much, she nearly wanted to go right after tea to check it out. "Oh! Do you think I could work at the bookstore?"

And then a few more ideas came up.

"Oh, wait! Maybe a flower, cake, or tea store? Is there even a tea store? Or a, an aquarium?" She almost couldn't contain her excitement as she waited on Jon to order his food and drinks.

Jon just ordered a cup of plain, black tea.

"I believe there are some. You ought to ask over the Network if there's anyone with a job currently who could put in a good word for you or get you an interview." he suggested. "And I know that there's an aquarium in the city. Smaller pet stores with aquatics departments, too, I'd wager."

"An aquarium~." Chiyo was definitely happy to hear that.

"All the little fishies," she cooed. "I'll have to check that out as soon as I can."

She ate the pound cake with glee, savoring its fluffiness and flavor, then got back on track.

"So, this past year - well, technically two years in other worlds - I traveled to several worlds. I didn't live in many of them for long, as I was just passing through. There were only two worlds that I spent the longest in. The first... was a real eye opener. War occurred often in its history, and one happened to be going on when I arrived." She quieted for a moment, rested her hands on her cup, and closed her eyes briefly. The memories of it and its aftermath weren't pleasant, but at least there were also other better memories to balance it. When she looked at Jon, she gave him a small smile to reassure him that things were okay.

"Although I was really scared for a while, I met some people who helped me and they taught me a lot. I don't think... I would have made the rest of my journey if not for them.... I was very lucky."

"War, eh...? Nasty business. I'm sorry you had to deal with that, little one."

Even though she smiled, he still worried. He was hard wired to worry. It was just his nature.

"I'm grateful to the friends you made who got you through it, however. Tell me more about them? That way, should they ever show up here I can be sure and thank them."

"Don't be sorry. It couldn't be helped. Thankfully it's over now. Well, for me that is."

Thinking about her friends put a genuine smile on her face. One, in particular, was who she owed her gratitude to most.

"Leona. I have her to thank most. Sadly for me, I don't believe she'll travel here, but it's probably for the best as she has her family to care for."

She took a moment to collect her thoughts on what to say about Leona and ended up with an endearing, yet amused, look.

"She is a very strong person, kind too. I got scolded a lot by her, heh." Chiyo scratched her cheek a bit in embarrassment. "Before I met her, I was hiding out in a forest for a while. Then, one day, she saw me and, for a month, kept coming to visit me, coaxing me to come out and live with her. She didn't know me, know what I was back then, but she extended a warm welcome to me. Her persistence left a deep impression.

"After that, I met her family and friends. Even though conditions were harsh, they made do with what they could. Honestly, I would've given up if not for them. Living with them made me realize how small my problems were, and Leona... Leona helped me keep my head on straight. She always looked out for me. In a way, she's a lot like you. You would have liked her, I'm sure. Confident and free... I kind of hope to be like her."

"Leona, eh? Well, should I ever have the fortune to meet her, I'll have to thank her." Jon replied. "She sounds wonderful."

Definitely admirable - the sort of person Jon would have hoped for Chiyo to meet if she was away from home.

"You can be however you wish to be. If you find those admirable traits, then pursue them. I have every confidence in your ability to become the sort of person you want to be." he replied warmly. "And if there's any help I can offer, please never hesitate to ask."

His heartfelt words caused Chiyo to tear up.

"Thank you, Jon," she said quietly, feeling ultimately blessed with a good life. "I will. Actually, it's why I tried so hard to come back. I wanted to change and... it just didn't feel right, especially with the way that I left.

You know, in the last world I was in before this one, it was a really peaceful place. Even the town I was in is called Flower Bud Village. And you know how I love flowers. I lived on a farm with an elderly couple, raised animals, grew vegetables... it almost made me feel like being in Kanto with my former trainers. The peace nearly had me settling there, but... then it just felt like something was missing. I missed my friends, you... there's also some things I wanted to clear up. Unfinished business, I guess?"

"I actually grew up in a farming village, myself." he replied before sipping a little more of his tea. "I can understand the allure of it and how peaceful it can be."

Not that he wanted to go back or anything. But to pretend that times had been all bad in his little rural community would have been a lie. He'd had good times there, too.

"And I do know how much you love flowers. What business did you have to complete?" he asked.

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