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 | "You don't give your sister enough credit. Despite what she's going through, you're her sister. She's going to have to realize that you two will go in different directions in your lives. What she'd want more than anything for you is that you're happy and safe," Rebecca assured the brunette. "And even if she becomes upset with you for your decisions, she won't be mad at you forever for them. Keep that in mind, okay?" Rebecca wanted to give Anzu credit that she wouldn't ignore her sister's concerns. Kuri was right to feel the way she did. Anyone who had parents or siblings that wouldn't understand how the felt regarding something would naturally feel concerned they wouldn't be understood. But Rebecca also knew that while people naturally can be trash to one another, she also knew that people can be understanding if they're given the chance. They have to be given that chance. That said, the blonde new that this was something the two sisters had to work out for themselves. In the meantime, Rebecca was appreciative to what Kuri had done for her today regarding her hair and using the facial wipes on her face as well. As she stated before, she was definitely going to buy these products for herself when she returned to her room. Standing up, she gave the other girl a respectful bow to show her thanks before standing up straight. "My hair feels amazing. I can't lie to you about that. Everything you've used makes my head feel so light despite the amount of hair that I have. Thanks, Kuri-san," she thanked her and smiled. "I'm also glad that I wasn't taking up too much of your time to do this. Dare I say, we should do this again sometime. It was ... fun. I don't think I've ever know what it was like to have what is known as "true girl time" with other females my own age. I'm usually wrote off by them but I supposed I don't help that any when I start talking like an intellectual snob." She chuckled sheepishly while sweat dropping. There were times Rebecca didn't know when to reel herself back when trying to engage with others her own age. Which made attempting to form some sort of connection rather difficult to do when oftentimes people were always intimidated by her intelligence. It wasn't often anyone looked down on her or paid her no mind simply because of her secondary gender. Thankfully, that was rare but it was definitely obvious to the blonde when people avoided her when she started spouting out a bunch of information which in term makes them feel dumb. Majority of the time, she wasn't trying to do that but there are the few occasions where she is and it's when her troll side comes out. Especially when people are being idiots towards others for no reason. Those types of people, Rebecca felt needed to be put in their place. However, she did want to make more friends and having met Yuugi opened her mind up to that idea but she still struggled with it. Though it was nice spending this time with Kuri to see what it was like and the blonde wasn't lying when she told the other girl she didn't mind doing this again. She just wanted to make sure she was okay with that. |
| Rebecca nodded to Kuri as the other girl thanked her for her advice. "You're welcome. I know it isn't much since this isn't really my area of expertise but my advice is based on better judgment. You need to be honest with Anzu-chan about how you feel. If you don't, then she's probably going to always be overprotective of you and without realizing it, hinder you from doing the things you want to do. Live your life. Nobody ever said it was going to be easy after all. If it were, then I think everyone would have an easy time settling down and finding something and someone that makes them happy." Rebecca couldn't help but smile a bit, her cheeks flushed red as she pushed the strands of her hair behind her ear, for she suddenly felt a little embarrassed about what she was going to say next. "It's definitely something that I know I want. I have someone that I like very much but I know it's next to impossible for them to remotely pay attention to me. Still ... it makes me happy knowing that I can be there to help him as a friend. So I don't mind helping him whenever I'm asked to. I feel bad for how I treated him in the beginning but it makes me extremely happy that he forgave me and was willing to be friends with me anyway. And I'll always cherish that and the card he gave me." Rebecca always held onto the ties of friendship card that Yuugi had given her. She made sure to have it kept someplace safe where she wouldn't lose it. Her friendship with him also allowed her to form a friendship with the others as well. It was nice to have friends after struggling and being in denial about it not having any. She could tell that Kuri seemed to enjoy the new friend she's made in Tokyo. It'd be a shame for her to not be able to associate with them simply because Anzu didn't approve of them. Now that really would be selfish. Again, she didn't want to assume or believe Anzu would prevent her sister from doing such a thing but it was a concern. However, she did tell Kuri to just be honest with her sister. After all, they weren't going to be living together forever so Anzu would have to accept her sister's new friends. Rebecca was confident enough that Kuri could take care of herself and realize that someone wasn't a true friend or not. It's for her to discover and her sister can't do that for her. Realizing it finally, it was getting way late and the blonde felt like she overstayed her welcome. She appreciated the hair wash and her hair felt so much lighter thanks to the products that the brunette used on it to wash it. Rebecca would definitely get online and research these products and have them on hand. She gave Kuri her full attention and then said, "I apologize, I took up so much of your time and you were supposed to be helping me with what I came over to ask for assistance with. But I do hope that I was able to give you enough advice even though we got a bit sidetracked." She gave a sheepish chuckle as she lightly scratched the side of her cheek lightly. |
| "Hm, well if she did, then that wouldn't sound like the Anzu-chan I've come to know considering that Yuugi-san and I weren't the same age when we met. Yes, I'm aware, that my love for him is probably childish in some aspects but even if I don't expect anything to come out of it, it's just nice to help him and the others as friends. Our ages really shouldn't matter at all. You know, as long as nothing weird is going on," Rebecca stated, making sure to clarify that last part to avoid Kuri getting the wrong assumption behind her words. Rebecca had also refrained from swooning while mentioning Yuugi which felt next to impossible to do but it would seem it depended on the situation at hand. And there was no reason to tease Kuri about her interest in Yuugi since the other girl clearly had no interest in him. Only her sister did, even if she was unwilling to admit it. But the topic of conversation was not her own, but Kuri's. Kuri needed advice on how to handle her situation and the blonde didn't really have anything. She was never great at making friends herself and still struggled to make them even to this day. However, she wanted to offer the brunette some advice that would be helpful to her. She wasn't sure if what she would say could help her but it's better than sitting there saying she didn't know what to say. "If your sister did act that way towards your friend, then I would be very disappointed in her. And you can tell her I said that too," she replied sternly, folding her arms across her chest with a serious look on her face. "You have every right to make your own friends and as long as you feel safe around them, that's what matters. Anzu-chan is letting her own issues cloud her judgment and she needs to work on that. That's only if she acts that way regarding your friend. I'm not saying she would be you seem to feel like that would be the case. If it happens, just be honest with how you feel. She's your sister and you'll always love her but you have to live your life too just as you have to live your own. You can't do that if she's controlling how you live it." Rebecca didn't want to think that Anzu would control her sister's life. The only reason she would is out of fear and it would be up to Kuri herself to tell her that she has to let her fear go so they can both live. |
| "No, no, it's okay. After having met, Yuugi and the others, I've come to familiarize myself around more people that have powers. I won't sit here and pretend to understand it but I can be more aware that there are others around me that are going through different struggles every day. Some are more anxiety-inducing than others," Rebecca told her. She knew and understood many things but those with powers weren't one of those things she was well knowledged in. That said, it hadn't meant that she was never interested in trying to understand those who had powers. It's more when she showed an interest, no one wanted to meet her halfway so to speak. She was viewed as strange for wanting further details about how someone's powers worked and did they struggle with them regularly. Rebecca could admit that the way she went about approaching situations and people wasn't great but it doesn't mean she hadn't tried to get to know anyone. She couldn't help it if it was the most noticeable thing about a person. It's not as if she was trying to make them feel bad about having powers or just being different overall. However, they didn't see it that way. Given how many have responded to her whenever her interest was piqued in such an area, she couldn't help but be surprised to be asked for advice in this. Outside of Yuugi, Rebecca didn't personally know anyone that had powers that she was close friends with. The blonde knew people who had them were more than just their powers but if she wasn't allowed that chance to get to know them more, there wasn't much she could do. She couldn't help but be a little envious that Kuri managed to interact with someone who was afraid of their own powers and not shut her out. She couldn't help but wonder what was it she was doing wrong that Kuri did right. She shook her head, pushing those thoughts aside. This wasn't about her. This was about Kuri's friend. Well, the brunette didn't say she couldn't add in her own experiences with her advice but Rebecca would do her best to not make it all about her. "I am not sure how to help if I'm being honest. I'm not someone that's lucky enough to make friends with others who have powers. Outside of Yuugi, I'm just looking from the outside while everyone else has friends both with or without powers and they seem to have fun hanging out with each other despite that," she told her, lacing her fingers together in her lap as she looked in Kuri's direction. "I think your friend still needs time to accept that his powers are a part of him and just being his friend may help him with that. I believe that's a start for now. And it's not unfair that you don't want to ask your sister but I feel like eventually, you should. Yuugi was in that same situation from what she told me and you'd get better insight and advice on how you can help your friend from her more than you can from me. I hope that's okay with me saying that." If not, then Rebecca couldn't say that she didn't at least try and offer some sort of advice. It wasn't the best but it was better than nothing. |
| Rebecca couldn't deny being interested in why this new friend of Kuri's was afraid to be social. While there were several reasons as to why, her mind calculated up to at least three reasons. Taking into account that the brunette's friend was male, she didn't want to assume anything too drastic or serious but she had concluded that the possibility may be just a distrust of others due to being betrayed and mistreated so many times. At least he was kind to Anzu's sister so that was something. Sharing qualities similar to her darling Yuugi was always a plus. Given that Kuri, as far as Rebecca knew, wasn't a duelist, it's possible this new friend of hers wasn't either. That said, she won't know anything for sure until she asked further questions. Especially when the other stated that her friend had 'reasons for being afraid to trust others. "Reasons? What are those reasons? If ... it's okay that I asked. I'll understand if you can't tell me," Rebecca said. She knew she could be pushy at times and had to learn to back off. She caught on and learned pretty quickly and it's stuck with her ever since. Maturing her for the better. That said, if people wanted to keep things between one another, the blonde was respectful of that. Still, it does sound rather sad to hear that they're afraid of trusting people. In this society, it's quite understandable to feel that way. On the brighter side, at least Kuri got her new friend to open up to her so Rebecca couldn't feel too down about it. Remaining positive. Well, as positive as she could since they got off-topic really fast. "We could always talk about something else if you'd like. I apologize for bringing the mood down by asking so many personal questions. I feel like I have no right considering you're helping me right now," she said with a sheepish laugh. |
| Rebecca continued to sit still as Kuri brushed the moisturizer into her hair while she'd answered her question about her sister's work life. Both her and Anzu were similar in voluntarily working long hours for the work they did but while it was enjoyable for the blonde to do so, it didn't sound like it was for her brunette-haired friend. It became more clear when Kuri stated that Anzu was using as a means to escape dealing with what happened to her. Rebecca was aware, if only in bits and pieces of the entire ordeal that Kuri's sister had gone through. It was very common for people to use means of coping to deal with traumatic experiences. This was Anzu's way of dealing with it, it seems. She won't lie and say she was concerned and thought about questioning Kuri as to whether or not had Anzu thought about seeking therapy treatment to talk and work through it, but she thought it best not to. Yet, listening to Kuri, she could tell that she was worried about her sister's well-being. Considering how much she was always at her friend's side, Rebecca found it odd for her to be distant from them. No doubt, they were worried about her too. "I see. She seems different from the last time I spoke with her and the others. Not at all like the Anzu I first met. She always struck me as confident, outgoing, and protective of her friends. It seems that protectiveness has been shifted to you," Rebecca assessed. Though she didn't ignore that Kuri mentioned she'd met and made friends with a guy that was definitely older than her. Possibly an adult which is why she believed Anzu wouldn't approve of her sister hanging out with him. Rebecca understood the worries and the dangers with that mindset but that's like painting everyone in that bracket the same. Which isn't fair all things considered. But being who Rebecca is, she couldn't help but tease to lighten the mood a bit. In the event that Anzu did return home soon and she was still there, she didn't want her wondering what was wrong with Kuri. She'd feel bad for putting her in a dower mood because she inquired about how Anzu was doing. "New guy friend? If he's anything like Yuugi, then Anzu shouldn't have anything to worry about. But she might if he has potential in becoming someone you'd want to mate with in the future," she joked lightly, chuckling. |
| "Alright," Rebecca replied with a nod as she continued to sit still while holding her glasses in her hand and allowing for Kuri to apply the moisturizing treatment to her hair. The moisturizer she was using had a nice fragrance to it as well, just like the shampoo she'd used earlier. Though her hair was starting to dry, it wasn't drying completely out as the blonde would be able to tell the difference and it'd make her hair very difficult to brush and comb. Not to mention, her scalp would also feel irritated as well. Rebecca was taking mental notes of everything the brunette was using that actually felt like it'd worked as soon as it was applied to where it was needed. She was very glad that the cream Kuri was using was working for her hair. She often struggled trying to find the right products to use that could help not make her long hair feel so greasy and heavy or frizzy after just one wash. 'Well, I certainly need to start making an online shopping list for this stuff. I am definitely glad I came over,' Rebecca thought, her gaze shifting toward the window in the room and she'd noticed how dark it'd quickly gotten. 'Anzu-san hasn't returned. I wonder if she works late like this all the time?' Rebecca wondered just how often Anzu was absent before returning to the room and how Kuri felt about that. While she did think it probably wasn't the best of ideas to ask, the blonde was genuinely concerned for the older woman. "Say, Kuri-san, does your sister work late every day or once in a while ?" she queried, just to see if the brunette would answer her question. |
 | "Studying is always good. At least I do have control over what I want to study without my parents getting involved in that. Iie, they're more focused on me being settled with the proper mate they've arranged for me. That will make them look good. Even if I don't agree with it. But that is the only upside to this. The career choices that don't require me to follow in the footsteps of those before me. I will admit though, I thought it would be interesting to work at the school my grandfather had established. Granted, it is an all-boys school with the grades going from pre-k to university but I figured I could do some good and give back in a way, you know," Milly said as she chuckled. She knew that it wasn't just girls that struggled when it came to the decisions regarding the mates they've chosen to be with, guys struggled just as much, especially if they were Omegas. There was never a day that went by that she didn't encounter a male Omega who just hated the fact that they presented as one. She understood their reasoning behind it as Omegas tended to be oftentimes looked down upon and other times acknowledged only due to having a wealthy family background. In her case, she fell into the latter when it came to her parents' social circles. On her own, Milly had no issues interacting with others and being social. Her extroverted nature allowed for many to be able to feel comfortable around her and it felt nice to have genuine friends to lean on and she did appreciate Karter's offer to help her in the future if she ever needed it. But what he said made her laugh while giving the other male a casual pat on the shoulder. "What are you talking about? Of course, we're friends. Isn't that the whole point of meeting new people? Creating newfound relationships with one another?" she asked with a smile. (OOC: It is quite fine. ^^; Things have been pretty busy for me in my own life so I've not been able to be as active as I'd like so no need to worry. I'm doing well and I hope you are doing well too.) |
| Rebecca nodded, really appreciating the help that Kuri was giving her. Not only did her hair feel less heavy but her face felt less greasy as well. She would definitely have to look into getting some cleansing wipes to keep up with that. Normally, the blonde wouldn't neglect to groom herself but lately, she'd been so busy with school and work combined that she hadn't thought much about or had much time to put thought into it. But she didn't want to get into the habit of neglecting herself which is why she was here. Getting some help and getting tips on things she could use that would be beneficial for her. Kuri was a big help so that meant from this point on, Rebecca had to do the rest herself after this. Which was fine. She was used to being independent but she also learned through meeting Yuugi and the others that there was nothing wrong with asking for help and relying on someone when you needed them. That said, Rebecca had to make a list of new haircare and skincare products to get when she returned to her room. But in the meantime, she was going to let the brunette finish what she needed to do and didn't want to just suddenly up and leave right in the middle of it. That didn't seem right at all. "Well, it would seem I have a lot to do when I retire to my room. Right now, my hair is starting to feel not as damp as it was before so I'm sure you have something that would keep it from completely drying out and breaking?" she asked. |
| "Of of course, I've met people like that to. It is such a waste to use something once and never use it again," Rebecca said while as Kuri finished adding in the leave in conditioner in her hair. There was no denying that her head felt so much better. She could probably run her fingers through it right now with such ease if she wanted to. But it was still damp in some places and she hadn't wanted to get that conditioner on her hands and on her glasses which she was still holding in her hands. She couldn't help but agree with the brunette with people wasting money on products and never using them ever again after the first time. For something to work, it has to be used on a regular basis. How does one expect results? Well, she certainly wouldn't be wasting her money. She'd been looking for good products that worked on her hair for a long time and she wasn't going to pass up the opportunity to venture onto Aveda's website later to check out their many products. In the meantime, she sat still as Kuri was now focusing on her face. Using a facial cleaning wipe to remove any dirt and oil out of her face. She wasn't rough at all as she was cleaning her face and like her hair, she felt a difference from before the cleaning and after it. Taking a moment, she raised her hand to her face and touched it, feeling how smooth it felt which she couldn't help much chuckle and smile. "Wow, yeah this is fine. My face has never felt less oily. I could clean my face normally with soap and water and it just still feels like it's dirty. What brand are these wipes? Are they also from the Aveda website too?" Rebecca asked out of curiosity. |
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