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Oct 9, 2018 22:26:45 GMT -5
Post by White Tiger on Oct 9, 2018 22:26:45 GMT -5
"Oh! I apologize for not introducing myself! You see, my name is Dr. Elise Kristovitch. I was formerly a scientist for the Mishima Zaibatsu who did experiments on the Devil Gene. I am currently in a long-term committed relationship with Wulong, or the man whom you know as Lei."
When Elise mentioned her name, Lars suddenly remembered when he began looking more in details at the Mishima Zaibatsu’ affairs, wondering why his father had made tests on him. He remembered that name and she just confirmed she was one of those scientists… One of those scientists who made so many experiments on test subjects… He wasn’t part of those tests since in fact his father wanted to know if he didn’t have that gene, not give him that gene, but Lars had been horrified by those tests, on animals… on children… He had been unable to go very far in those research and betrayed quite fast so he didn't discover much but still… And that woman was presenting herself like if she did nothing wrong… He coldly asked:
“So you are with Lei Wulong?...”
Was she trying to get the police on her side since she knew she did wrongs? But maybe she had left the Zaibatsu like him... Yet the scientist group always made him feel troubled, unlike the soldiers... Except some like Dr. Bosconovitch since he was abducted and forced to work for them... Maybe she also was forced somehow... He tried to sound a little less cold and asked:
“And, what do you want?”
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Oct 9, 2018 22:34:41 GMT -5
Post by Lei Wulong on Oct 9, 2018 22:34:41 GMT -5
"Yes, I am. He cannot speak because of a nose fracture. And you cannot take him seriously... I tried."
“And, what do you want?”
"I want to tell you that my sources tell me that Indonesia is plotting a surprise attack on The Mishima Zaibatsu sometime soon. So be on the lookout. Wulong would tell you himself, but he has a speech impediment."
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Oct 9, 2018 23:29:04 GMT -5
Post by White Tiger on Oct 9, 2018 23:29:04 GMT -5
"I want to tell you that my sources tell me that Indonesia is plotting a surprise attack on The Mishima Zaibatsu sometime soon. So be on the lookout. Wulong would tell you himself, but he has a speech impediment."
Lars was still dumfounded. An attack on the Mishima Zaibatsu by a country was quite important news…
“What? And who are your sources? Thank you for telling me but I need to speak with Lei Wulong. I’ll take him seriously, I need to hear it from him. I'm sorry, I just do not know you, so please, give me Lei Wulong.”
This both sounded like a serious thing and a joke…
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Oct 9, 2018 23:42:01 GMT -5
Post by Lei Wulong on Oct 9, 2018 23:42:01 GMT -5
Elise sighed, rolling her eyes.
"Listen, he has a speech impediment! He cannot articulate his words correctly!"
"Elise, honey, look... I got this..." Lei could be heard in the background. "Just hand me the phone."
Eventually Lei was now on the phone.
"Detective Lei speaking." This really hurt his nose. Especially the roof of his mouth. "Look, I suffered a work-related injury and now I sound funny..."
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Oct 10, 2018 0:01:27 GMT -5
Post by White Tiger on Oct 10, 2018 0:01:27 GMT -5
"Detective Lei speaking." This really hurt his nose. Especially the roof of his mouth. "Look, I suffered a work-related injury and now I sound funny..."
"Huh..."
Lars thought he could take Lei seriously but it was indeed slightly difficult to do so with Lei sounding like some kind of duck... Thought it also sounded a bit like Lei so it probably was him indeed...
"Okay, hum... Like I said, I'm sorry to force you to talk but I need your sources on that attack. How did you learn this? And do you have some hint on when it may happen?"
Yet if Lei couldn't speak without problems maybe he shouldn't ask him for the sources... He now had confirmation that this scientist was with Lei (at least it sounded (partly) like him...) so she could tell him anything else they may have to say...
"Hum... If your nose hurts too much, you can ask your girlfriend, doctor Kristovitch to continue the conversation. Sorry for the inconvenience."
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Oct 10, 2018 0:13:49 GMT -5
Post by Lei Wulong on Oct 10, 2018 0:13:49 GMT -5
"Right... Thanks."
Lei eventually handed the phone back to Elise.
"Anyway, so the sources. It comes from some Indonesian resident who has ties to the Indonesian military. Also Jin is not really the most popular man in Indonesia. Plus there are a few Indonesian victims who were wronged in the past by the Mishima Zaibatsu. So it is not farfetched to think that they will attack the Mishima Zaibatsu."
Elise sounded like she was reading off a script.
"I believe that they may attack after the tournament. Seeing the timing and everything... Probably that will happen. It's a rumor, but rumors often lead to the truth."
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Oct 10, 2018 9:00:31 GMT -5
Post by White Tiger on Oct 10, 2018 9:00:31 GMT -5
"Anyway, so the sources. It comes from some Indonesian resident who has ties to the Indonesian military. Also Jin is not really the most popular man in Indonesia. Plus there are a few Indonesian victims who were wronged in the past by the Mishima Zaibatsu. So it is not farfetched to think that they will attack the Mishima Zaibatsu."
“Indeed…”
With what Jin had done, half and even more of the people hostile to the Mishima Zaibatsu, had legitimate reasons…
Lars still wondered about his nephew… He didn’t know what to think of Jin… What were his intentions? Jin was a dangerous terrorist, a monster in many senses but still, when they met, apart from the cruelties Jin told about Alisa that Lars still had difficulties forgetting or forgiving, Jin told him things that Lars did not know much about, that he needed to know before deciding anything more on what to do… About that Devil gene… Jin tried to beat that monster Azazel… Alone. And he probably did succeed. But at what price? Jin did start that war… He was dangerous…
But if was willing to repair the damage, well, repair as much as possible… Lars was willing to help him. And even not let Raven and the UN take his nephew… But still… He felt really bad about it, Jin should be in prison… Lee seemed to think that as his uncles, they both had affection for Jin, but Lars didn’t really… He always was estranged from Jin as he was estranged from his father so… And with those people, he’d rather not begin to feel affection toward them, they were deceitful so he always kept distant the few times he met Jin. Beside Jin never did much to be loved… But in fact, Lars knew that he probably didn’t hate Jin as much as he first thought but he could not say that he liked him or that he was not angry at him.
And now another war would start… because of Jin’s doings… What should they do? Negociation probably would be the best thing to do… Not put the world into another war…
"I believe that they may attack after the tournament. Seeing the timing and everything... Probably that will happen. It's a rumor, but rumors often lead to the truth."
“Indeed. And a rumor very easy to believe. Thank you doctor Kristovitch. And thank Lei Wulong for me. Sorry for the nose thing.”
With what was happening, Lars had not that cold air he had at first toward Elise. She did help and he really was too preoccupied with what would happen now… After that tournament… That useless tournament…
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Oct 10, 2018 10:47:33 GMT -5
Post by Lei Wulong on Oct 10, 2018 10:47:33 GMT -5
"You are most welcome, Gen. Alexandersson. We are glad to be of assistance. As far as Wulong's nose goes, the swelling should quit in a few days and he will be able to speak again. We hope to get in touch again, soon."
Elise then hung up the phone.
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Oct 11, 2018 8:31:14 GMT -5
Post by White Tiger on Oct 11, 2018 8:31:14 GMT -5
After he hung up the phone, Lars wondered what to do. He tought he should tell Jin since somehow Jin was concerned but with Jin unpredictable behavior, Lars feared his reaction...
Jin may decide to attack before being attacked... but he may also feel very depressed, say it was his fault and that he deserved it...
Lars didn't know that nephew of his and what would his reactions be... He thought he may need some advices from someone else before telling Jin... He wanted to be prepared and know what to advice the actual Mishima Zaibatsu CEO to do before they would meet, instead of looking clueless before him.
Lars first thought about Lee, his sworn ally and adoptive brother... Lee was a good person and advised him on many things but he had those love hate relation ties with the Mishima, he probably could not see everything objectively... Alisa... She was too innocent to be put through this...
Lars then thought about Tougou, his good and loyal friend... He missed him... Tougou was wise and just... He would have been such a good adviser... For a moment Lars remembered his departed friend but then feeling sad, he quickly brushed those feelings aside, he had to think about the actual problem, not mourn his friend...
Of course Lei Wulong who told him the news could be a good advisor, they could wait for some days until Lei's nose got better...
Lars also thought that the attack would happen because of Jin, so him being put aside from the Mishima Zaibatsu's direction may calm the adversaries but would Jin accept? And who would take the head? Himself? He wasn't really interested by it... Maybe Lee? He knew a lot about the Mishima Zaibatsu and business... But he missed out on the Mishima's business for a long time... Nina Williams was the one who replaced Jin for a small while before Heihachi's return... But Lars wasn't very enthusiast to leave the multinational in the hands of an assassin... Though despite handling control to someone else, Indonesia may want to have Jin himself surrender or something...
Lars wondered why he worried for this, if Jin had to be punished for his crimes, he should be... Lars kept feeling bad not giving Jin to the UN... But he wondered: Maybe he did care for Jin after all... But also, Jin had to stop Kazuya and he may be the only one able to...
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Jan 2, 2019 21:29:23 GMT -5
Post by Lei Wulong on Jan 2, 2019 21:29:23 GMT -5
Zakk assisted his cousin in the task of loading her belongings in the hatchback of his rental car. He wasn't a big fan of cross-overs, but this one was practical and at a reasonable price. That's really all that he needed. He did get to go chat with his girlfriend for a bit, though she wouldn't give him information on Lian's whereabouts. It's been a few days since the incident on the ship. He hasn't had much luck as right now, he's just stuck doing a stakeout. He can't do anything until Lian makes her move. He honestly wanted to get to her before the tournament started. After all, he made his great-uncle a promise. "Wulong. Wanrei. You two... just like my elder brother... you must save Lian from the terrible fate that awaits her!"
Lei and Zakk both stood up from the table as Fulong remained seated. "How are we supposed to do that?" the pair both said in unison before looking at each other in the eye.
The elder man stood up, grabbing his cane. "She'll listen to you. My biggest regret is that I never got to help guide her onto the right path... The Ancestors believe that you two can save her. I want to see my granddaughter put this all behind her."
"Fat chance. She's working for the Triads! They're not going to let her_"
Lei stopped his son, holding his hand up to cut him off. "We just need to convince her to confess. If we can get her a plea bargain, she might be able to walk."
"So, are you suggesting we capture her, and get her to talk?" Zakk asked.
Lei nods. "I should be the one to talk to her. I've been in her shoes once before..." Lei placed his hand in his face. "Going after the wrong person for the sake of honor and revenge, with the lack of guidance..." Lei looked over to Fulong. "I should have listened to you, Elder Brother Fulong! But... I'm going to use this experience to save my cousin!" He beamed with optimism. "Well, son, let's go save Lian!"And he was going to save her life somehow. Some way. "The tournament's going to be starting up in a few days. What should I wear for the Gala?" Zakk was now in his hotel room with his cousin, Cheyenne, who had been going through her wardrobe. She had a purple silk Qipao dress in one arm, and a red shoulder-less evening gown in the other hand. They had to prepare for the tournament that was going to happen soon. Zakk pointed at the Qipao, as Cheyenne nodded. "Yeah, I thought so, too." She smiled. "Anyway, let's go get something to eat, and do some last minute training." "Sounds good." He could just lay low and relax until the tournament starts. Will he be able to defend Lian from the Williams family?
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Feb 7, 2019 16:09:22 GMT -5
Post by Anna Leigh Williams on Feb 7, 2019 16:09:22 GMT -5
Claudio had arrived in Japan a few hours ago. He had been frantically searching for Sorin, as he had went missing a few days ago. Claudio also knew Drusilla had just arrived in Japan for the tournament. So, the exorcist agreed to meet the witch in downtown Tokyo to talk about what she had found. He settled into a small coffee shop, wearing a white blazer with a deep blue v neck underneath, slim fit jeans, and white shoes to match. His raven hair was slicked back. He ordered an Americano, waiting...
A few minutes passed, and Drusilla came up to his table. Her blonde hair was pulled into a neat pony tail, and she wore an emerald green t shirt tucked into a pair of light blue boyfriend jeans which lazily hung over a well worn pair of black boots. She took off her aviator sunglasses, and set them on the table. Claudio smiled painfully, "Please tell me you have useful information..." He said, as she waved the waiter down. "I'd like an espresso please..." She said, before turning to Claudio. "Sorin never received my warning... But, you already know how Daniel was exorcised of the demon." She said. Claudio nodded, "Their mother took his place..." Drusilla nodded, "She did... a Noble, yet idiotic act." The waiter brought them their coffee, and left them. Drusilla took a sip, while Claudio blew on his to cool it.
"Why idiotic..? If anything Anna did what none of us exorcists and witches could do. She removed the demon from Daniel..." He said. "By allowing it to take her... We don't know if her body will be destroyed! Daniel's body could handle the exorcism, just like mine did, but who'se to say the demon won't destroy her body and her soul and jump right back into Daniel...?" Drusilla responded. Claudio clenched his jaw, "The Archers have never dealt with anything like the before... Drusilla, we need to find Sorin..." He said. Drusilla tilted her head, "If Sorin has a strong will, he will survive. The demon has taken many victims before, and some of them lasted weeks..." She revealed to him. "There was even one victim that it couldn't feed off of. A woman with no fear in her heart." She pursed her lips, "This woman is even still alive."
Claudio huffed, "But how does that help Sorin now!?" He said with anger in his voice. Drusilla sighed, "I looked in the Black Mirror. He's in Suicide Forest..." She said. As soon as she revealed that information to Claudio, he stood up. "Thanks..." He said, as he began to walk away, but Drusilla gripped his arm stopping him. "Claudio, that forest is huge, not to mention the demon would be incredibly strong there. That much pain and that much sorrow to feed off of... You can't possibly think of going in there alone!" She said. "Then help me, Drusilla... You were possessed by this thing, and you know more about it than any of us. You have been incredibly cryptic, and I'm getting sick of it!" He yelled. Drusilla stood up immediately, facing Claudio. "Maybe that's for the best! You said it, I know this thing better than any of you. Daniel now knows this thing better than you do! I have been through literal hell, and I won't let your arrogance get in the way of vanquishing this demon. It has already decimated half of your clan. It has murdered your master, your friend, AND your lover all to taunt and feed off of you! You think if I say anything that it will help that?! No, It won't. My book has the answers we need, and that is the best thing we can do to help Sorin and Anna right now!" She said.
Claudio frowned, "Well... Get to work then." He said, turning around and leaving her there alone. Drusilla sighed, sitting back down at the table. She brought her espresso up, and took a sip. Claudio was going to do what he was going to do. There was nothing she could do to stop him.
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As Claudio kept walking, he hailed a cab to stop. "Bring me to the Aokigahara Forest..." He ordered. He pulled his phone out, dialing Zakk...
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Feb 7, 2019 16:18:48 GMT -5
Post by Lei Wulong on Feb 7, 2019 16:18:48 GMT -5
Zakk had just gotten off the phone with Katya when he received a phone call from Claudio after he was headed to the Aokigahara Forest.
"Detective Lei speaking. How may I help you?"
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Feb 7, 2019 16:23:28 GMT -5
Post by Anna Leigh Williams on Feb 7, 2019 16:23:28 GMT -5
"This Claudio Serafino..." He paused. "Sorin has been abducted by the demon of Illusion. I need your assistance in finding him..." He said, straight to the point. "I'm heading to the forest now."
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Feb 7, 2019 16:32:52 GMT -5
Post by Lei Wulong on Feb 7, 2019 16:32:52 GMT -5
He was genuinely confused right now. Claudio is now telling him the exact same thing. Something is really going down.
"The Espelhar, huh? Well, today's your lucky day. I'm headed there, too. Honestly would be great to have back-up, considering that this is a supernatural enemy, and I did not inherit my family's supernatural abilities."
Truth be told, Zakk really isn't even sure if he has supernatural abilities like his dad, and his uncle, and his cousin. Maybe it skipped a generation. Or maybe he hasn't unlocked it. But either way, this whole thing is new to him.
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Feb 7, 2019 16:39:43 GMT -5
Post by Anna Leigh Williams on Feb 7, 2019 16:39:43 GMT -5
Claudio sighed, "Unfortunately... a Strong will is what's necessary to battle this." He frowned. He wondered who it was that told him... but that thought didn't remain long. All he needed to know what that he had backup... "I will be there soon... I hope he is still alive.... The demon has had him for three days..." He said, as his eyes began to glass over...
He couldn't lose Sorin like he lost Salvi...
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