strike_you_out | twenty one | drones up, bros down

[Slugger and Pokey, who've been droned for committing their first murder together, decide to do what bros do best and go on a camping trip. Backdated to the afternoon and evening directly following Black Mage's untimely death.

(A) 726 Anderson Lane
[Housemates are welcome to notice Slugger's unusually high spirits as he gathers up the necessary supplies for a camping trip: sleeping bag, lantern, marshmallows, food, etc. Closer inspection will reveal an ashy black substance on his pant leg and a lingering scent of smoke and burnt flesh that seems to follow him from place to place.]

(B) John Doe Park
[Two droned boys are setting up their tent and campfire in the park near the pond. Once enough sticks are gathered in a pile and the bonfire is started, there will be marshmallow roasting and bromance by the fire. Later on, possible ghost stories followed by a game of "what was that noise outside?" once they've retreated into their tent. (Possible posting order: you > Slugger > Pokey)]

(C) Park; early next morning
[While fast asleep in his sleeping bag, the droning begins to wear off. Soon, Slugger will awaken to find that his nightmare is actually a reality...]

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[By now the tent is (probably) in shambles. After emerging, Slugger comes to stand not far from where Ai is sitting. He doesn't say a word as he tries to recover from the afternoon and evening's previous humiliation.]

[That might take a while. Ai will stand up after a moment though.]

[The day's events following Black Mage's death are still catching up to him. Next time he does any killing, he'll be sure to do it indoors.

Finally, he speaks, though he refuses to meet Ai's gaze.] ...How long have you been here?

Since yesterday.

[He can't help but look up at her in surprise. According to his drone's memories, he'd only seen her once last night, but apparently this wasn't the complete picture. Slugger feels he must re-confirm.]

You stayed?

Yes.

But why?

You were both drones in the middle of the park. Someone could have done something.

[Well, this explains why he and Pokey are still alive. For that, he's really grateful.]

...Thanks, Ai.

You're welcome.

Why were you droned?

[His eyes lower but he doesn't turn away yet. She was actually looking out for him...]

We killed someone.

Who?

A man who wears a paper bag over his face. Black Mage.

[Ai blinks. And looks a little startled.]

I met him.

He wanted me to give him power. He was strange.

[Slugger blinks, too. This is news to him.]

Power?

Yes.

I told him I didn't give people power.

He already has powers. Pokey said he can shoot bolts of lightning.

[He hasn't seen this himself but he's taken Pokey's word for it.]

He wants more.

....I'm familiar with the type.

I supposes he is dangerous?

And an idiot.

[a pause before his expression lightens a bit beneath his cap]

He died burning.

[At the mention of fire, she smirks a bit.]

You set him on fire?

We did.

[He thought she'd like knowing that.]

Do you think he'll seek revenge?

Yes...

[The smirk fades. That is the one drawback, though his own person safety is the least of Slugger's concern.]

How?

Either come after me or Pokey. Possibly someone associated with us.

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