House of Alphas Chapter 136: Inhale Exhale (Patreon)
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You came too slowly…
Everything that had happened was coming back as you opened your eyes and stared at the wall.
You were afraid.
Afraid that you will harm your alphas.
But you had to tuck that fear in the back and figure something out. Time was ticking.
scritch scritch scritch
Scratching…
Time was apparently scratching.
You rolled over to find Nanami sitting at his desk. He was hunched over his drawing book. The long mirror in the room had been dragged over to him. You could see the golden chains upon his skin as he stared at his image and continued drawing them out.
He caught your reflection in the mirror, putting his pencil down as he turned to look at you. “Sweetheart? How was your sleep?” He questioned as his markings faded away.
“It was alright…” You stood, walking over to him to see the clear potion G.Ma had handed to him sitting on the desk. You realized it was the same stuff the old woman splashed on everyone. “…So that’s what she gave you.” You point to the bottle.
Nanami spoke softly, “I…wanted to draw what it looked like…I’m doing my best to understand it, but my task has been proving to be most difficult.” Nanami swiped his hand over his page. He had drawn his head with the band and symbol wrapped around like a crown. “This…symbol…I tried to match it to different ones…” He had another book open next to him, different sigils and their purpose written. “…Couldn’t find anything close to it…” he then shook his head, “…I keep switching between this and Wicked’s Diary, but I’ve found nothing.”
“After the funeral, I can help you with the diary...” You rubbed Nanami’s shoulders gently; if anyone understood your situation the most, it would be him. “…oh, and let's not forget, Gojo said the elders used to sing the rhyme all the time. Perhaps we are looking in the wrong direction. Maybe the church has a better history section for what we need.”
“I know… I just can’t help myself- sorry, let me not fuss over this…” He shifted, gently pulling you into his lap. He held you to his chest, kissing you sweetly upon your forehead.
“It’s no worries…we are both trying to figure out our past…and future…”
You sat curled into him for a good minute before he spoke softly as if not to disturb you too much, “…Why did Mahito erase your memories?"
“I think…he realized I wasn’t Raven…so he didn’t want me to tell you guys about our conversation…”
“Did he…mention what your mission is?”
“…He wanted me to get into your pack…although I’m assuming if I were still…Raven… I would have successfully done whatever phase two was. But maybe taking Dove is a sign that I am not completing my mission.” All things said were true. You didn’t want to tell him the destiny Mahito vows you to complete. If you did tell them, you knew they’d know you were going to do something drastic. Because you were not okay with killing them. You will figure out a way against it, and you won’t give them the chance to stop you.
Nanami shifted you in his lap, “…Yes. I guess that confirms why he took your friend. I was thinking, the alphas up north will be invited to our second gathering… assuming that things go on the same timeline... Do you believe we can save her then…or do we need to act much quicker?”
“I…I don’t know what they have planned for her.” That was another reason why you wanted to speak to Mahito. “If they bring her with them…then maybe we could try to bargain. But worst case scenario, we end up in a fight and start a war.”
“I had believed the war had already started with Aika. Yet there hasn’t been a second attack. Which isn't terrible news, but it does seem strange."
“I know…” That’s what made you more afraid. You caught sight of the time. Letting out a sigh, you stretched your legs and stood, “…It’s late, I need to practice my song. I need to be ready for tomorrow night.” You felt dread. There were just so many daunting things happening right now. You felt you were in a sinking hole. “I…Hope the pups’ mom dances for me…but she doesn’t even know me…Should I even be trying?”
“It’s better to try and fail than not try at all. Whatever the outcome is, we will get through it.”
You nodded your head. There was nothing else to really say. He was probably trying to prepare you for disappointment just in case. The truth was the pups’ mom didn’t even know you. She probably would prefer one of her witch family members to take on the responsibility. The only thing you really could do was at least sing the song right. That was the one thing you could control.
"Let me at least not mess up her song."
“I will walk you.”
You waved at your alpha as he stood, “No, no~ I can go by myself. I’m not going anywhere far.”
“It’s best if I go with you. Not to alarm you, but…we believe someone was in your room. That is why you felt uncomfortable. Your scent had been disturbed by another.”
Your brows furrowed. “What? Why would someone go into my room?”
Nanami shook his head, “Not sure, and we couldn't even track the smell. Someone was hiding their scent very well. Not even Toji was able to sniff any out. The others went to speak with the elder witch about it.”
“That’s the first time I ever felt that…” You made a face, “…I didn’t know such a thing could feel so violating.”
Nanami rests his hand upon your back as he guides you out of the room. “It is a violation.”
Yes...it is...
What the hell was someone doing in your room?!
Were they trying to assassinate you or something?
The feeling now made your stomach upset. You see why they withheld that information during your vulnerable moment. That would have made you flip even more.
You barely stepped into the hall before you heard a lot of commotion coming your way.
Your alphas were fussing with each other.
“No, I’m fucking done with this shit.” Sukuna growled in irritation.
“We should just leave.” Gojo shrugged.
“I agree, but we must stay for the funeral, you know how important the pups are to her.” Getou countered.
They soon realized you were in front of them, having heard everything they just said.
They were really pissed.
“What’s going on?”
“What did she say?”
You and Nanami questioned in unison.
“Bullshit.” Sukuna tossed without a pause.
Toji sighed deeply, “We spoke with G. Ma, she said-“
“She said it was our fault!” Gojo sneered.
“Ours?” You echoed.
Getou rolls his eyes, “Because of your scent...during our time together. The old slug claims that it was seeping out of your room, making others uncomfortable, so they had to tone it down.“
"It wasn't even bad." Gojo frowned.
Oh? He was talking about your punishment time. You had soaked the room in your scent, but Getou had made sure to seal it within. Maybe you made it too strong?
"Maybe it's because you guys are used to my smell? It could have been like at Kobeq."
“Still- she should have asked us beforehand.” Nanami stated in anger. Now he was mad.
“Singing to the song birds, my friend.” Gojo said with a sassy tone.
“What they did is completely disrespectful. Who does that woman think she is?” Getou had a look of disdain that he didn’t try at all to hide.
“We should leave."
"I'm tired of this place anyway."
"What about the pups?"
"We take the brats with us if they choose to come. It should be up to them anyway.”
You felt uneasy as your pack went back and forth. "Guys..." You finally cut in. "...I want...to adopt the girls' right. If we were to leave without putting their mother to rest, then they won't have closure... I'm not sure what that could do to their mental health. They were the ones to ask G. Ma for me to lead the ceremony." You saw mixed emotions within your pack. "...After this, we are done with this place. If G.Ma wants to see the pups, she can come to our home, but this is the last time we step foot in here." You let out a little laugh, trying to brighten the mood.
"...One more day." Gojo sighed.
"One more day." You nodded. "Today is pretty much over, so~ It's actually less than a day."
"Then we leave immediately. Right after the ceremony. Don't pass the townhouse." Toji finalized.
"And take Yuji with us." Nanami stated.
"..." Fuck- how could you forget about Yuji?!
"How is that gonna work..." Gojo whispered.
"Would she let us take him?"
Sukuna scoffed, "Leave him."
"We might just have to kidnap him." Getou shrugged casually.
"We have done enough for this woman. She can get over releasing Yuji to us."
"If we follow the proper precautions and keep him locked up, maybe she won't have an issue?"
"Did you guys find anything to help in your books?"
"No..."
You felt a whole other wave of nausea. How in the world were you going to convince G.Ma to let you take Yuji? "Alright, you guys figure that out. I'm going to go practice my song."
"We will escort you there."
You didn't fuss. There were just too many things to deal with at once.
One thing at a time.
"Oi? Where is that beta?"
"I haven't seen him around."
"Who the fuck cares?"
"Maybe he left."
"Hopefully he die-iiiiveeed...."
"Dived?"
"Yes...into a lake...full of snappies..."
Oh goodness...and now Choso is M.I.A. one thing at a time- ONE THING AT A DAMN TIME! You internally screamed as more problems seemed to jump out in front of you. Like a bunch of pop-ups on a computer filled with viruses.
~
Finally!
Something went well.
You were able to sing the Song of Death with no mess-ups. You even went as far as singing it without the book so you could engrave it into your mind. Once you got it down, it was rather easy...and you couldn't stop humming it and repeating it in your head. It started to come to you like second nature.
Phew-
That's one thing you could check off your quest log!
You decided, after your teachers, Momo, Maki, and Nobara, left, that you should go check on your alphas. Maybe they found something to help Yuji. Or maybe you could try to talk to G.Ma again, yes- because that went sooo well last time. Perhaps you should speak with Yuta to see if he could help you.
Alright- next issue, figuring out how to take Yuji with you when you leave this place. Hopefully you can figure it all out in less than 24 fucking hours. You don't think staying in this realm is good for your pack's health.
You were walking down the hall when you turned a corner and saw Sukuna. But he wasn't alone. Yorozu was standing before him. They looked to be talking; your alpha's face was annoyed as he glared at the woman. That had you walking faster. Why the hell was she by your alpha?
Their eyes moved toward you once you got to them.
"H-"
"Can I help you?" You question swiftly as you stand a bit in front of Sukuna with a hand upon his arm.
The woman rolled her eyes, "I don't want your alpha, so don't get the wrong idea. I was just here to..." The slug looked like she was about to puke as she said "...apologize."
"Why? You had years to apologize. So why now?"
"G.Ma said if Asaki dances for you, then you will be a part of the family. So she wants us to...get along, I guess." Her lip twitched at her own words. It was clear this was G.Ma's will, forcing her to be cordial.
Which was disgusting. She can't even apologize with a fake fucking smile.
"You clearly don't even want to apologize, so this is a waste of time. Stay away from my pack and my pups, and we can be civilized and keep you alive."
She raised her hands in surrender, "You got it. Just tell the old hag that I did what she said, so she can leave me alone." She then looked toward Sukuna, "I hope you accept my apology-"
"He doesn't." You snipped. "Goodbye, Yorozu." You shooed her off like an annoying fly.
The woman scoffed, turning on her heels. You kept your eyes boring into her back as she walked down the hall. You hope she can feel it. Feel the burn of your gaze. You think her hips were swaying a little more than necessary, but that just might be your jealous eyes.
You then smelt something cinnamon and spicy, like curry. You looked at Sukuna, who was just grinning at you. Oh, he was loving this! He loved it when you were the possessive one and showed jealousy.
"Are you enjoying this?"
"Wanna know what she asked me?"
"Is it going to piss me off?"
His sadistic grin only got wider. "It might."
It was like two devils were on your shoulder. None of them angels. Both of them saying yes.
"What..." You lower your eyes as you cross your arms.
"Asked if I was happy with Choso joining our pack."
That was none of her business. Now you felt a little insecure... and obviously super pissed off. Why did she need to question if Sukuna was happy in your pack? It was like she was being one of those girls who'd say stupid shit like- 'I would never do that to you'- and act like a 'bestfriend' but really deep down they have a crush on their guy best friend. It's just one-sided.
Didn't she just say she didn't want Sukuna?
That lying bitch.
Your skin prickled and your jaw tensed as you said, "And?" You cleared your throat, "Wh-What did you say..."
"Said it was none of her business."
You smiled, liking his answer. "Good...Don't talk to her ever again." You point at him with a glare.
"Or what? Are you going to punish me like you did Gojo?"
Why does it seem like he wants to be punished? "Satoru thoroughly enjoyed his punishment. Is that what you want? Is this a secret kink of yours?
Sukuna let out a chuckle, "No, but it would be cute if you tried."
Ah, your toxic man. Trying to make you his toxic omega.
"You just like to get me riled up..." You mutter, going for the library doors.
Then you heard a cry- a cry that rang in your ears- it had you on fire- more so than you already were. You were gone-gone within your shadowform. You were gliding as if something was dragging you to it. Phasing through the walls to get to your target quicker. The most straightforward route possible. And once you arrived there- there on the ground, was Nanako crying. Her knee was bleeding as another pup stood by her. You growled at the child, swiping your claws at him before he could even react.
The boy flew back with a distressed shout, his face bleeding from your talons. As the pain set in, he howled far worse than Nanako.
Oh shit-
You soon realized what you had done, and all the other pups that were standing around were horrified.
"It- it was an accident!"
"Don't hurt us!"
They cowered and cried-
The whole group erupted with a putrid smell of fear. The others were cowering on the ground with their hands upon their heads.
The group of omegas that were watching their pups scurried to their young, grabbing them while quivering.
"Don't hurt them please!"
Everything was happening so fast.
An alpha came running toward you. He screamed, "Mikolo!" He then turned to you and growled. "What did you do to him!"
You felt a pressure- like a weight trying to push you to the ground. He was trying to make you surrender and flop belly up. But that only seemed to anger you more as you jerked at him with a snarl.
"He hurt my baby!"
"Retched omega!" Your defiance also seemed to piss them off as well- they lunged at you, trying to grab for your throat, but your shadow form made the hand go right through you.
You then grabbed the man by his shirt and slammed him to the ground underneath you. Jumping on top of him, you began to punch with one light fist and one dark fist.
LIGHT-SHADOW-LEFT-RIGHT-CRACK-CRACK
It was downright brutal. Each attack explodes with impact with a burst of curse energy.
And all the other pups were screaming in terror.
Mimiko appeared to be giggling...
But all logic and critical thinking seemed to have been left behind in the spot next to Sukuna.
Someone scooped you up by your hips as you continued to punch at the man, sending flying shadow bolts and smite at him even as this honey-smelling person held you in the air and swiftly took you away...your feet kicking in rebellion. You were being carried to another room, cutting off your vision from your target so you could no longer send spells at him.
There was a lot of commotion and people talking, but it was like you were tunnel visioned. Or possessed by a demon.
After the initial shock, you looked for Nanako, who was being held by Getou, Nanami putting healing salve on her knee.
Seeing her no longer crying and healed seemed to finally settle the volcano that was inside of you. Everyone was staring at you, while Toji held you and rubbed your back.
"You good?"
"Uh..." You blink slowly, your mind coming together. You settle on Toji's shoulder as you widen your fingers. Blood was caked on both of your knuckles. "...I-I don't know what happened. I think Yorozu angered me, and this just completely set me off."
"You couldn't have done this to that woman?" Sukuna snorted with a hint of amusement.
"I told you not to play with my girl's emotions." Toji forwned at Sukuna. His tone was very upset.
"I didn't- that bitch approached me!"
"She's been trying to talk to you all night, and yet you chose such a precise time to talk to her? Are you going to tell me it was a coincidence our omega was on the way to the library?"
Everyone had looked toward Sukuna as his nose wrinkled. He made that face that just screamed -caught but imma die on this hill-. "I wanted her to do that to Yorozu, not that fucker!"
"So...it's not my fault...it's your fault!" You pointed at Sukuna.
"What?! You can't say that, you know how attached you are to the girls! The outcome would have been the same either way!"
"Honestly, I was ready to jump in, too. How dare some slug hurt our pup?" Getou purred softly to Nanako. She giggled, cuddling up in his arms.
"I thought it was cool! Raven was like-Boom boom boom!" Mimiko mirrored your movements with a cheerful tone.
"Yeah- and that slug was being mean to me! I told his papa he was pulling my hair, but he said Mikolo was exshib- eshib...um...eshibering...?"
"Exhibiting?" Nanami offered.
"Yeah! Yeah! Yeah! He said he was exshibiting his alpha traits, but he hasn't even presented yet! And he said I'm going to be an omega anyway, so I should get used to it! How would he know! He's dumb! I hope I'm an alpha when I grow up and he's an omega and I'll show him!"
You let out a snort. Now, you didn't feel bad at all for what you did. "That's awful, he definitely deserved that beat down then."
"You tell us if any slug is picking on you, and we will handle them rightfully so." Getou told the girls.
"Maybe I should get a secret admirer so she beats them up for me, too." Gojo whispered to Sukuna.
"Enough, you two."
"I didn't even do anything."
Choso came rushing into the room. "Is everything okay? What happened?" He looked at your hands in worry. He appeared to want to touch you, but he refrained.
"Raven just kicked an alpha's ass!" Mimiko shouted.
"Excuse me, ma'am?"
"Young miss language!"
"Oop-" Mimiko was stunned as she covered her mouth with both hands. "-Sorrysorry-" her words mumbled quickly.
"That's one less cookie for dessert tonight."
"Where did she learn such language!"
"Cough Sukuna."
"Can I have her cookie!"
Toji had finally set you down, "It's not her blood." He states with a little bit of a glare. Like, he could just see Choso questioning why you were bleeding.
Choso nodded, "Good...I'm happy you were not hurt."
"You should see the other guy." Gojo snorted.
"Yeah... I think I got a little crazy..." You looked towards Choso with a lean to your head. "Where have you been?"
"Nowhere." He stated so smoothly. Much too smoothly. "When will we be leaving?"
"To-mor-row!" Getou punctuated.
"Tomorrow. After the funeral." You restated.
"We are leaving tomorrow?" Nanako questioned.
"Yes. So make sure you pack everything you want to take." Sukuna spoke to the pups. "We aren't turning back around if you leave your favorite doll or blanket, and I don't want to hear it. This is your only warning."
"Yesssir!" They saluted excitedly.
You felt your chest warm. It felt as though your pack was already a pack. Like this was written in the stars.
The pups wanted to go with you...You hope Asaki could see that.
"Got it. So we are for sure leaving tomorrow?" Choso questioned you again.
Now that was strange-
"Why-"
"Um..." You heard a small voice from behind your tall alphas. They moved aside as Momo waved gently.
"Hey Momo, we are leaving tomorrow after the ceremony. You coming with us?"
"Of course! Inumaki and I are ready to go home! But-uh G.Ma wants to talk to you." She gestured to you.
"..."
That had your alphas riled up...again.
"I swear if that woman says anything about that alpha- She should be glad it wasn't me who got to him!" Toji growled.
"Well, let's not get too hasty."
"Maybe she wants to play a game."
Doubt.
"What does she want to talk to me about?"
Momo giggled awkwardly.
That just confirmed that it was indeed about you beating up that alpha...and hurting that pup.
Damn.
~
Your alphas had complained about the elder woman and her stupid home all over again. You knew each new thing was just another tick to their bomb. They were about to EXPLODE. You dismissed them, knowing it would be best if you spoke with the elder woman alone. There was no telling what would be the straw that breaks the camel's back. And your alphas finally snapped.
Getting to the woman's head office, you heard arguing inside. But you couldn't decipher any words. The sound barrier made the words muffled.
"YOUSAWWHATSHEDIDTOYOURCOUSINWHATDOYOUTHINKSHEDDOTOYOU!"
"YOUSAIDYOUWOULDHELPME!"
"STOPBEINGASTUBBORNGIRL!"
It just sounded like Charlie brown's teacher talking.
You tried to listen for a bit to see if you could make out any words, but it was impossible. So you gently knocked on the door, disrupting the conversation. Everything seemed to go still within the room, and soon the door opened, and a small tuxedo cat ran out, darting down the hall. You furrowed your brows, wondering who that could have been. You knew there were spells to transform into animals, and you were pretty sure that was a person. Or G.Ma was in here yelling at a pet cat.
You step into the room cautiously. The older witch has her head in her hands and her elbows pressed against her desk. The large window behind her showcased the large moon. It was the perfect spot to work.
However, the woman before you looked more ancient than she already was. Stress draining the life out of her.
"Sit." Her voice croaked.
You sat down in the chair that was in front of her desk. It was warm, like someone was here before you. You also noticed some broken things, appearing as though the argument reached aggression.
"Everything okay?" You ask with furrowed brows.
The woman looked up at you with a slight scowl, "Just trying to keep order in my family. But you and your alphas do not seem to be helping me do so."
"We haven't done anything-"
"Your guest room- the drawing room- and your alphas' funky jealousy clouds! And now you have hurt my grandson and his pup!"
You match her scowl, "G. Ma, all things considered, I do not believe my pack and I did anything wrong. That pup hurt Nanako."
"Then you should have told me! I am the head of this home, and I deal with the punishments as well. If you are to be a part of our family, then you must not harm your family. We...as witches take this very seriously...since we are all that is left. I have welcomed you into my home, and I thank your pack for saving it, but this is not your playground."
You hated that- hated how she was speaking about your pack like you were delinquents.
"G. Ma, it is clear our pack and your family cannot blend well, and that is okay. We can love each other from afar. We plan on getting out of here tomorrow after the funeral, so I have to ask you again to give us Yuji."
"The spawn?!" She screeched.
"Yes, tell us what we need to do; we will keep him locked up, but if you want us out of your nest, this is the only way I can get my pack to leave. Nanami has practically raised that boy. It might as well be his pup."
G.Ma smacked her lips, thinking over your statement, "I'm not so certain about that..."
"Then I implore you to really think it over. You don't want us staying here trying to figure it out, do you? And let's say he is something evil, you don't want that in your home, do you? Let us deal with it."
"Why in the elder witches would you want such an evil?"
"All you showed me was a star sigil, G. Ma, that doesn't really scream evil to me. And Yuji hasn't done anything evil. You are treating him just as you treat me. I think we will be fine."
The woman waved her hand as if this were such a silly conversation, "I will let you know my final answer after the ceremony. Are you prepared for it?"
You nodded, "Yea I-"
"Let me hear it."
You felt a little caught off guard. "Uh...you want me to sing it now?"
"Mhm. Go on."
You cleared your throat, sitting up straight as you started singing the song. Surprisingly, you sang it flawlessly with no mess-ups. G.Ma seemed impressed. She smiled as you finished.
"Good. Good."
You felt a little better with her compliment. You always have mixed emotions with the witch. Going back and forth with her. One moment she's condescending and the next she's complimenting you. It was so weird. "Thank you..." You wanted to ask her about the book. If you could take it as well. The shikigami could tell you more about you being a star hero. "...Also..."
"Do not ask me for the book."
You released a deep sigh.
There goes that.
~
You left G.Ma's office feeling rather annoyed. You don't know how to persuade her to take Yuji and the book with you. She was willing to somewhat bargain for Yuji, but the book? She refuses to even talk about it!
Damn old SLUG!
You internally hissed as you stopped by the bathroom. You shut the door and locked it, turning around to find someone standing right in front of you.
"EE-" You squeaked in surprise, but he covered your mouth swiftly.
"Shh shh!" The man hissed with wide eyes.
When you actually recognized it was Yuta, you settled, "Oh, sorry, you scared me. What are you doing here? Did you figure out how to call someone back?"
"Yes." He nodded with a grin.
You were shocked, "That fast?"
"It wasn't too hard. I learned it in less than five minutes. I went straight to the pup after we were done, but I couldn't get to you till now."
This man was a monster!
Your heart skipped a beat, now that you realize what this meant.
You could contact Mahito...
"I'll show you how to do it, and then you can use the recall whenever."
"Can we...can we do it now? My alphas and I are leaving after the funeral, and I...if Mahito erases my memories again, I'd like to have you here to get them back."
Yuta nodded, "Then we must act fast." He showed you with his hand, pressing his thumb into the middle of his palm. "Hold it in place and channel your curse energy. Anyone you have connected with should leave some sort of curse residue behind, much like your mind. Find the right one and say 'Recall'."
You lift your hand and repeat what Yuta is showing you. Pressing your thumb into your palm, you closed your eyes and felt for the different curse energy. The first one that pulsed made you feel as though you were smelling Dandelions. That one wasn't it. That was Choso. "How do I go to the next one...like the next person?"
"Just hold it there and wait. The longer it's been with the call, I believe the longer it would be to find it...or the distance of the other caller...Sorry, I'm not sure about that. Maybe both affect it."
You held it there longer; it was like you could feel the energy pulse out over and over again, as if searching for the next connection. You realized that you had to channel your energy more to make the signal wider. You focus on pushing your curse energy into your hand.
And finally, you could smell a scent-
It was like that of...popcorn?
The smell made you shiver in fear.
Yes...this was how Junpei smelled and how Mahito smelled when he greeted you at the welcome party.
"I found it..."
"Go on, take the call."
You licked your dry lips, suddenly feeling scared. "Ok...ok..." You say readjusting your position. "...It's...last time I made this call...he prohibited me from getting out..I guess I'm just scared."
"...If you start showing signs of distress, I will disconnect your call myself."
"You can do that?"
"I haven't tried but..." Yuta pointed at his head, "This is a connection of two minds. If I really wanted to, I could enter yours and become a part of your call."
"That's...that's reassuring... thank you.. Alright...here goes... Recall."
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Chef Note: The pack is sick and tired of this place.
I find it cute when kids mess up words, but I can have a full conversation with them like I know how to speak babylish (Simlish), and people are shocked that I know what they are saying lmao.
Choso: Don't be suspicious Don't be suspicious !
Mahito when reader calls him: Hello, hello, Raven
You called, I can't hear a thing
I have got no service in the castle, you see, see
Wha-wha-what did you say, oh
You're breaking up on me
Sorry, I cannot hear you, I'm kinda busy
(Mahito doesn't even know how to call someone back so this is going to be a great shock to him XD)