WEEK ZERO: ARRIVAL - OVERFLOW

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ARRIVAL

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PASSENGERS: 41 You know how the story goes by now. One minute you’re somewhere familiar, and the next you’re suddenly somewhere else. Unlike previous times before, the source of your rude awakening isn’t a mystery. A harsh jostle causes your body to lunge forward as a tire jumps over a pot hole in the road. Try as you might, it’s hard to ignore the steady thrumming of an engine and the gentle sway beneath you. The faint scent of gasoline seems to waft from the outside, but as you look around you’ll notice that the windows are locked, tinted, and impossible to see through. Likewise, the door ahead of you appears to be locked as well. Perhaps the scent is your imagination…? Regardless, though the lighting is a tad dim, it becomes apparent that you’re inside a large bus dotted with the occasional seat and amid a jumble of other bodies. The people you were last with may be among your fellow passengers. Perhaps they are not. But worry not; there’s plenty of time to look around and get to know one another on this long, strange trip. It may even be wise to examine the staircase at the other end of the bus. Who knows what awaits you on the other floors? Ah, but before you move too far it may be best to assess the situation. On the bright side, any injuries you incurred have been healed! Isn't it nice to have your limbs in place again? Miracles happen. But...what happened to your clothes? You’re fairly certain you weren't wearing this t-shirt before...and what's with the denim shorts? Maybe you were fortunate enough to get the knee-length version, but for those of you waking up in bootyshorts...well, we're sure you look great! And what better way to tie the whole look together than white socks and tan sandals? At least you'll be comfortable for the ride. Lucky for you, your new threads aren't the only gift you'll receive upon waking up. Attached to your waist is a high-quality bag filled with some fun goodies for every passenger! For those of you who unzip your bag to check its contents, you will find: -Dry shampoo -Wet wipes -Deodorant -Travel pack of toilet paper -Travel toothbrush + toothpaste -Poncho -A stylish travel guide No other items are on your person at this time, even if you were holding onto it as you began your previous departure. That's a bit troublesome, isn't it? Not really; it's still a bus. Be grateful for the extra elbow room, alright? Oh, and one last thing...on the wrist of every passenger is a small, equally fashionable white scrunchie. Not your style? Perhaps it's a good idea to give the travel guide another read. Searching the bus from top to bottom will net zero results in the way of an escape. All of the windows are similarly tinted and locked, and the only exit door appears to be the one on the first level that can't be opened at this time. But hey. You're all old pros at this, right? You know what to do next! Get to know the people around you, trade stories with your fellow passengers, and...well. Buckle up for the bumpy ride ahead.

Comments

[givethemhell]

[Those good traits of his are clearly from his mother.

He's definitely looking both amused and soft over Zenitsu's explanation, in any case. Friendship goobers! He loves to see it.]

He is. His heart is good and his intentions are in the right place. Just needs a little work with getting there and translating his intentions to words, yes?

[swordflash]

[Actually, he needs a lot of work. He's lousy with girls. Zenitsu is worried sick on Anya's behalf, but also knows that Jin Ling cares a lot.

Putting all that aside:]

What about you? No offense, but you don't sound like you're a friend.

[givethemhell]

[SOMETIMES you are just biased, because--]

I'm-- ["One of his uncles"?? Like, it wouldn't be wrong. It wouldn't be wrong twice over, since he's an uncle in the body of another, different uncle. Still, he hesitates to claim the term for himself, even if things have been getting easier with Jin Ling.]

Another uncle of his. [Ultimately, it's the most succinct way to go about it.]

[swordflash]

[Another? Jeez. Everyone in Jin Ling's family looks so young.]

How many uncles does he have?

[givethemhell]

[Jin Ling and his 500 immortal uncles (sitcom laughter)]

Ah, well, his grandfather got around. [BLUNT AND RUDE AS HELL.] So he probably has a lot out there - more than we know, even.

[swordflash]

[All those uncles, and he still turned out halfway a punk who says girls aren't worth it. Unbelievable. Zenitsu can't even begin to imagine.

In fact, he's been rendered speechless. All Wei Wuxian receives in response is this unsettled look.]

[givethemhell]

[DON'T LOOK AT HIM LIKE THAT. He just blinks back, unperturbed.]

...If you have something to say, you should probably say it, you know!

[swordflash]

There's nothing to say!

I don't know who my uncles are, if I even have any. That's just one thing we have in common.

[We being himself and Jin Ling. But he can't relate, because Jin Ling's problem stems from having a family that's simply too large and all impossibly young-looking.]

[givethemhell]

Might be a blessing in disguise, at least. Uncles seem to be a lot of trouble, for some reason!

[Maybe the problem is not uncles so much as the fact that absolute rabid insanity seems to run in the Jin and Wei bloodlines, though. JUST MAYBE.]

[swordflash]

[Maybe. Definitely maybe.

Zenitsu draws his knees up to his chest and hugs his legs, because, among other reasons, sitting on the floor is uncomfortable.]

Should you really be saying that? You're one of them, you know.

[givethemhell]

And I'm also a lot of trouble, yes!

[HE'LL SAY IT LIKE IT IS. No one on this bus except Nie Huaisang knows how much trouble he is, exactly, but that's fine enough.

Anyway, since his shifting around has brought Wei Wuxian's attention to it again:]

Are you going to sit under here forever? The chairs are uncomfortable, but they're still better than the floor, probably. And there really aren't any demons, I promise you that!

[swordflash]

[Wow. At least he's honest, even if it doesn't do much for Wei Wuxian's image.

Zenitsu's arms loosen around his legs.]

You're not gonna mess with me again, are you?

[givethemhell]

[His image will never be as bad as it is back home so he's just LOUD AND PROUD about being AWFUL.]

I'm not! I really do promise this time. Your reaction was just too funny, so I couldn't help but tease a little, that's all!

[Sometimes you just have a very strong inner bully...]

[swordflash]

[If only he could share some of that confidence with others, chiefly Zenitsu.]

What's so funny about that? I was really scared, you know!

[givethemhell]

[Does anyone really need a Zenitsu who is loud and proud about being awful, including Zenitsu himself??]

It was how energetic you were, of course! [OF COURSE.] I've never seen anyone panic with such vigor before!

[swordflash]

[Is that supposed to be a compliment? He's deeply offended.]

Anyone would panic like that if they were about to be carried off into a crowd of demons! Just one's bad enough, but I don't even have my sword . . .

[givethemhell]

[Wow Zenitsu please accept his compliments, they are genuine and come from his heart!!]

Ah? A sword? If you can fight things off with a sword, surely you can do the same with your hands, yes?

[swordflash]

[He doesn't want them. He wants a refund.]

No, I can't! I haven't slain even a single demon with my sword. How do you expect me to do that with my bare hands?

[givethemhell]

[TOO BAD HE'S STUCK WITHOUT ONE.]

What difference would having your sword have made this time, then? If you've never slain one before.

[swordflash]

Because it's made specifically for fighting demons! How else would you slay them? Using your fists is pointless, unless you want to punch the demon until sunrise.

[givethemhell]

But if you haven't slain a demon with your sword yet, how do you know it would work for you?

[He would punch a demon til sunrise so he doesn't bother saying anything about that part, it's fine.]

[swordflash]

[Not everyone (read: Zenitsu) is like Wei Wuxian.]

It's made from a special ore that absorbs sunlight. All demon slayers use it. It works.

[givethemhell]

If it works, then how come you've never done it?

[This fuckin brutal ass remark and he doesn't even mean it rudely, HE'S JUST CURIOUS.]

[swordflash]

[Curiosity killed the cat and this is why Zenitsu is never curious.]

I get scared, okay?

Demons are scary. I mean, they're really scary!

[givethemhell]

[THINKIN ABOUT BANG DEMONS........]

Haha, well, you're not wrong! But if you have a sword at all, doesn't that mean you're ready to wield it?