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[risingwinds]

[Ever since Ven returned to the village he's been on-edge... to put it lightly. Between the draft and his encounter with Vanitas, he's not only exhausted, but pretty scared at this point.

That's why, as he's making his way through the village and back towards his house, he's carrying his Keyblade with him and stopping occasionally just to make sure he's not being followed.

Just don't be surprised if he's a bit jumpy; kid's got a lot on his mind.

And when he finally makes it back home...]

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You know, fighting a real war's nothing like fighting the Unversed. It's way more serious, and people die out there, on both sides... It's dangerous and kinda scary.

[He pauses for a few seconds.]

But I'm glad I could help. Even if what the Malnosso do is wrong, that battle was about more than just them. Plus, it feels good protecting people; it's a better reason to fight than just killing.

[And with that off his chest...]

How's everybody doing right now?

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[refinedmaestro.livejournal.com]

[Deciding to take one of his usual walks, Frederic is about town with a book in his hands. Unfortunately for poor Ven, the older man might accidentally bump into him since he was so invested in his book.]

Oh pardon me, I did not mean to be so careless. Are you all right, young man?

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[risingwinds.livejournal.com]

Huh?

[Whoa there! He totally wasn't expecting that, so he hops back and-- oh, okay. This guy doesn't look so bad.]

Don't worry about it. Anyway, I'm okay, just... kinda worried.

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[refinedmaestro.livejournal.com]

[The composer closes his book and smiles at the younger man, also taking time to give him a small bow.]

If you are in need of someone to listen to your troubles, I am more than willing to as to make up for my rude behavior.

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[risingwinds.livejournal.com]

I don't think you were that rude.

[He shrugs, smiling back at Frederick, though it's very strained.]

Anyway, I wouldn't mind talking about it.

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[refinedmaestro.livejournal.com]

Perhaps we could a place to sit? Oh and please allow me to introduce myself, my name is Frederic Francois Chopin. It is a pleasure to meet you, mister...?

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[risingwinds.livejournal.com]

Ventus, but you can call me Ven. It's nice to meet you too!

[He glances around.]

We could probably find one of the benches, unless you wanna go somewhere inside.

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[refinedmaestro.livejournal.com]

Sitting on a bench is good, I was trying to find one so I could sit and read.

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[risingwinds.livejournal.com]

Why don't we look together? There's gotta be one around here somewhere.

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[refinedmaestro.livejournal.com]

You're such a kind boy, Ventus. Your idea is a very excellent one.

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[risingwinds.livejournal.com]

Thanks.

[Now then, he'll take a quick look around, trying to spot a bench. There's probably one pretty close by, at least.]

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[refinedmaestro.livejournal.com]

[The older man spots a bench for them and makes note to tell the younger man.]

There is one, let us have a seat then.

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[risingwinds.livejournal.com]

Right.

[And he'll go ahead and plop on the bench.]

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[refinedmaestro.livejournal.com]

[He sits next to the young man and sighs.]

So Ventus, may I ask what exactly is troubling you?

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[risingwinds.livejournal.com]

Well, there's this guy named Vanitas.

[Ah... how to explain without going into the finer details of his world.]

He's been trying to fight me for a long time, but if we do fight, something really bad's gonna happen.

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[refinedmaestro.livejournal.com]

I see. [Putting a hand on his chin, he begins pondering something.] Is there some reason as to why you two fight?

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[risingwinds.livejournal.com]

[He nods.]

Vanitas wants to create a really powerful weapon, but it'll only work if the two of us fight.

But if that happens, it'll put everyone in danger, and I won't be able to stop him.

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[refinedmaestro.livejournal.com]

[His expression is one of some surprise, but also one of slight sorrow.]

That is absolutely terrible, Ventus. If...you ever need someone to help aid you against this Vanitas, please come and find me.

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[risingwinds.livejournal.com]

Thanks, Frederick. I'm trying not to let it get to me, but it's really hard sometimes.

Some of my friends think that taking him on as a group might work, though, so I'll keep that in mind.

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[refinedmaestro.livejournal.com]

I am rather concerned though, what exactly does this Vanitas aim to achieve? Even if he has this ultimate weapon, what will he do with it?

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[risingwinds.livejournal.com]

He said that he's gonna try and find a way out of here, but I don't think it's gonna work.

[He groans, looking slightly agitated at this next thought.]

Instead, he'll probably attack people, especially my friends.

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[refinedmaestro.livejournal.com]

I do not mean to pry if I am, but what does this Vanitas have against you? He must have a reason for acting the way he is.

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[risingwinds.livejournal.com]

Vanitas doesn't like anybody. All he really cares about is getting his way, and he treats me like a "cast-off". Probably because he used to be a part of me.

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[refinedmaestro.livejournal.com]

So he is your other half? How did you two separate?

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[risingwinds.livejournal.com]

My old master split us apart somehow, but I lost all my memories when that happened. It's still really foggy, even now.

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[refinedmaestro.livejournal.com]

I do not under the logic of why your master would do such a thing, but he must have had his reasons.