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[ Monika is sitting placidly behind her piano, smiling like she has no cares in the world. However, something's...off.

Her ponytail is slightly askew, the bow drooping on one side, and her clothes aren't as clean and kempt as usual. But it's probably what's going on in the background that's more interesting.

As in her room is wrecked. Items are strewn about, things are broken, and her piano has an unmistakable crack in it. It's like a tornado tore through, that tornado being her. She doesn't care about wars or any other stupid bullshit, because she has more important things weighing on her mind.

See, the past month hasn't been too good to her. She had a body for a while. And now she doesn't. Monika doesn't like that. The asshole that killed her? Not only ruined her short time with a body, but also got to hit and run in the completely unfun way. She really doesn't like that. And being held captive by a demented bear? REALLY NOT LIKING THAT. Noticing a pattern here?

In short, she mad.

She gives a pleasant little hum, resting her clasped hands on the piano's fallboard. ]

Just a quick question today! Are there any robots around?

[ She blinks, still smiling. There are no underlying issues to address here, no siree! She is toootally not getting desperate for freedom, nope nope nope.

Everything is ab~so~lute~ly~ perfect! ]

Just curious~

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[Give Souji a minute to gather some words, because he has none just now.]

...You have to be more careful.

[ She blows out another sigh. ] I thought I was. Guess not.

[ Okay, another confession. Monika fidgets a bit. ]

I was trying to get information out of him. So I could pass it on to you. I figured it might be helpful.

What kind of information?

[And why for him?]

[ She clasps her hands together to stop the fidgeting. Gosh, she's feeling so open today. Or at least vaguely so. ]

I...knew he was bad news. And that he was significant to you somehow. I knew someone like him would eventually let things slip.

[ She smiles sheepishly. ] I was right, but I didn't get much info. Sorry.

[He's too polite to say that he didn't really need the help...

He shakes his head.]

I wish you hadn't done that. And that it hadn't turned out that way.

[ Monika shrugs helplessly. ] I wish I hadn't done it either. It was pretty stupid.

I just...get tired of not being able to do anything. Help anyone. I didn't want to feel useless anymore.

...I'm sorry. I don't think you're useless, though.

[ She smiles. It's small, but it's there. ] That means a lot coming from you, Souji. Thank you.

So, don't apologize, okay? I've still got a good number of lives left, so it's no big deal! And, you know, at least part of the night with him was okay. Ahaha!

[ Even if she'd like a redo when it comes to having a first date. ]

[He's not sure how that's any consolation, but then, he's not ~~crazy~~ a teenage girl.]

You're really okay?

[Read: you really thought a date with Adachi was a good idea?]

[ Monika gives an uncomfortable squirm. He keeps asking that question. Why does he keep asking that question?

She absently rubs at her throat, even if the bruises are long gone. ]

Okay as I'll ever be? I mean, it's not like I can make him pay for it now. I don't want to dwell on it.

[ Her room is proof of that! ]

[Yeah, he's not really buying it, but he'll let it rest for now.]

If you say so.

[ Her shoulders hunch out of guilt. She feels like he's staring at her under a microscope. ]

You won't...hold this against me, will you?

[He softens a little.]

No. Of course I won't.

[ She breathes out a breath of relief without even realizing. ] Thanks. I, um...really care about what you think of me. I wouldn't want to disappoint you.

[ For reasons. ]

I'll try not to do anything else stupid, if I can help it!

[ She says, as she contemplates taking over someone else's body. ]

I trust you. [He tries to make sure his smile is reassuring.] It would take a lot for you to disappoint me, so don't worry.

[ His smile puts her at ease, like it always does. She likes to see that instead of Serious Souji. ] Okay, good. I'll be sure to choose who I date a little more carefully in the future, ahaha.

[ Of course, if he'd date her, it'd be sooo much easier. Sigh. ]

I guess till then I'll try to clean up this mess.

If you need any help, let me know.

[He'd be glad to lend a hand.]

[ There's an awkward pause before she laughs a little too much and waves a hand excessively. ] No no, that's okay! I've got it! I wouldn't want to put you out like that!

Besides. [ Shrug! ] I made the mess, so I should be the one to fix it. Thanks, though!

If you change your mind, let me know. Either way, I hope you're feeling back to normal soon.

[ Monika smiles. ] That makes two of us.

[ She waves. ] You'll be the first one I call if I need something.

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