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Currently, Nhzual and Ann are back at the park for more heart training and Ann saw group of ducks.
Ann: Oh, look at those ducks over there! They must be a family!
Nhzual: Probably.
Ann: This place seriously feels amazing. It's not even that far from Shibuya, but it feels so different here.
Ann then sat next to Nhzual.
Ann: You know, Tokyo is so strange. There are tons of people and tons of stories, yet there are still duck filled parks here too. It has everything...But it feels like I can't understand any of it. It's honestly kinda scary.
Nhzual: I can see that. I really haven't been here long.
Ann: Oh, right. You and Akira just moved here, Nhzual. When I first got here, I had a super tough time adjusting. It's so crowded, and everyone walks really fast...almost like they're angry or something. Even at school, I was only the "foreigner". Nobody really knew me, they just spread rumors. I thought maybe my looks were the problem. I even considered dyeing my hair black to match everyone else...
Nhzual: I couldn't see you with black hair. It'll look to weird on you. Your blonde hair is way more prettier.
Ann then started blushing at Nhzual's comment.
Ann: Thanks. But that was when Shiho talked to me. The first thing she said was, "Ann, your painting really sucks. "
Nhzual: Ha! I probably would've done the same.
Ann: Oh, I bet you would. But back then I thought she was just making fun of me like everyone else, but that wasn't her intention. According to her, they were so bad that she just HAD to tell me. Pretty mean, huh?
Nhzual: Okay, now I'm curious to see how bad they actually were. I want to see them.
Ann: No! Plus, I doubt I still even have them anymore. But back on topic, that was the first time someone here talked to me without mentioning my looks. We sorta just grew closer after that...and Shiho's been my best friend ever since.
Nhzual: It most of been nice.
Ann: It was, but that's not why we're here though!
Nhzual: Okay, then why are we here?
Ann: There's something else I need to talk to you about!
Nhzual: Which is?
Ann: Do you remember what I told you the last time we came here?
Nhzual: ...-_-...You told me many things that day, Ann, you're gonna need be a little more specific...
Ann: About the female thief in the anime.
Nhzual: Oh, that. I do remember that.
Ann: Well, I thought of something!
Nhzual: Alright then, lay it on me.
Ann: It's gonna knock your socks off!
Nhzual: Oh, I bet it will.
Ann: You know how the villains in those shows are always going on about world domination? Well, even though they get beaten by the heroes every time, they never give up. That means they have really solid hearts...
Nhzual: I can see that.
Ann: And that's why I'm going to try and learn from them!
Nhzual: You're gonna try and dominate the world? I mean, given your outfit in the Meta Verse, I can definitely see that.
Ann looked at Nhzual annoyed and blushing.
Ann: No! That's not what I mean! I'm star in action movies!
Nhzual: Good luck with that...?
Ann: Alright, I'm making this my ultimate goal for the future. You know, I've never really thought much about what I wanted to do in life...but now I have an objective! And that only happened because of taking to you, Nhzual! Thanks!
Nhzual: You're welcome, I guess...?
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Ann: Well, if I want to be in action movies, I'll need to work on my actions! I wonder how many sit ups I'll have to do...Wait, Ryuji said he knows a good gym! I'll ask him for advice! Oh, and I need to tell Shiho that I have a new goal!
Nhzual: That you'll dominate the world as Sexy Cat!
Ann looked at Nhzual blushing.
Ann: No!!! Stop it!!!
(Timeskip)
Currently, Nhzual and Ann are at town and Ann looked at her phone and got excited.
Ann: Hey! I have some big news...!
Nhzual: What?
Ann: The double cream from that famous crepe shop is half off right now!
Nhzual: Well, I know what I'm getting.
Suddenly, Ann's phone started ringing and she picked it up and answered it.
Ann: What? Now?! Uhh, that's not good!
Ann hung up her phone and looked at Nhzual.
Ann: Sorry, something just came up! That was from my agency. One if the models didn't show for a magazine shoot they're doing. They're looking to warp up soon, so I'm gonna head over to fill in. It's pretty close, wanna come with?
Nhzual: Sure, why not.
Nhzual and Ann then walked over to the shoot and saw the photographers and another model and she noticed Ann and walked over.
???: Ann! I'm sooo pumped to get to work with you today with you today! After I saw you in last year's show, I just...oh, I think I'm gonna cry...
Nhzual just looked at the girl with an eyebrow raised.
Ann: U-Un, it really wasn't a big deal...That fashion show was tiny...
???: By the way, I'm Mika. I might be older, but you have loads more experience, Ann.
Ann: Alright, M-Mio's...Haha, it feels a little weird saying it like that..it's nice to meet you.
Mika: Likewise, Ann. You're so nice. Hey, can you teach me how to be a better model? You know your every day routines, stretches...
Ann: Routines? You mean like...singing in the shower...?
Nhzual: ...-_-...
Mika: O-Oh, is that all you do...? Then, what kinda stuff do you eat? I've been looking all over for the place to import some organic green almonds...Plus I'm getting suuuuper tired of eating quinoa. Do I need to like, boil it in hard water or something?
Ann: Um, almonds? I only ever eat those covered in chocolate. And hard water? Isn't it kinda tough to boil ice...?
Nhzual just face palmed himself.
Nhzual: ...-_-...Oh my God...
Mika: ...Do you weigh yourself?
Ann: Oh, of course! Once a year for the health examination at school.
Nhzual: ...-_-...
Mika: ... So you're gonna keep it all a secret from me, huh? I get it. I guess it's hard trusting someone you just met...
Ann: T-That's not it! I just don't really think about that stuff...! It has nothing to do with trusting you. It's more that modeling is like a hobby for me.
Mika looked at Ann annoyed.
Mika: What? Ann, that's so horrible...! What do you mean you don't care about modeling for these guys?!
Nhzual and Ann looked at Mika shocked and the photographers walked over.
Photographer: You said that, Ann?
Ann: W-Wait, I...
Mika: I love this magazine! Everyone tries so hard to make sure their product is the best...!
Nhzual: Oh, so that's how you're gonna play it.
Photographer: Mika, just calm down. Don't worry, we all know that you're giving it your all here.
Mika: But...You guys work so much harder then me...and I'm still the one getting comforted...
Ann: H-Hold in...
Photographer: Ann, the truth is, we had you both come down as subtitles for our missing model. We wanted both of you on the cover, but If you're really not interested...
Ann: H-Hey, I didn't...
Mika: Don't worry, I.. I can do it alone! I read the concept docs on my way here...
Mika looked back at Ann and smirked.
Ann: You faker!
Mika: Y-You're so mean, Ann! Do you really hate me that much?!
Photographer: Keep it civil, you two. Anyway, Mika, you good to go? Sorry about all this, Ann. We won't be needing you today.
The three of them then left, leaving Ann and Nhzual alone.
Ann: I really screwed that up...
Nhzual: That's a yes and a no.
Ann: What do you mean?
Nhzual: I can tell she's serious about modeling and you saying all that stuff most definitely pissed her off. But doing that also revealed her true nature. She definitely the type of person that will use any and all underhanded tactics to get ahead.
Ann: Yeah, I guess you're right...But maybe it's because deep down, I'm not actually that invested in modeling... I totally ruined the shoot...But still, wasn't Mika's fake crying pretty incredible?
Nhzual: I won't lie, it had some grace to it.
Ann: Oh, maybe that's what I'm missing...! I think I'm pretty good at fans crying myself. I know the perfect technique.
Nhzual: That so?
Ann: Listen carefully...The key is...you don't actually cry!
Nhzual: ...-_-...You know, I always wondered why they called it "fake crying"... Thank you so much for clearing that up for me...
Ann: You're welcome. Either way, I think I'll be able to use that ability to our advantage in the Meta Verse! I'll turn my failure today into positive energy going forward!
Nhzual: ...-_-...Right...
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