[Rina]

Following his arrival to the Life Sphere, Lemres felt the need to relax around one of the more lively places of town and have himself something sweet. On his table, a little cake and sweet tea. Sure, Lemres could just conjure his own, but he prefers his confections to be made by hand and not by magic. There's a little bit of love gone into each pastry, seeing how neatly decorated it is on a petite slice.

Taking a bit of it and putting in its mouth, there's a melty sweetness to be had, making him quite content that such a place exists on barren land. He looked out to the square, taking in the free entertainment as he enjoys his cake and tea. He'd be very much so open to interaction if you'd say hi. Though, there is a tinge of concern in his mind. He came here to find missing students, but where could they be? He's crossed paths with Klug, but where's the other three?

[TheSpatialWeeg]

For the likes of Amitie, Rainbow Square filled her with a rather nostalgic wave of childish wonder and happiness. A part of herself felt like she would fit in nicely here in comparison with the rest of the Life Sphere, but that came in clash with the other part that brought her what could be very well classed as bittersweet memories of Primp Town. She liked this place, very much so, but she would do a lot of things to go back home.

Looking around, she spotted someone rather familiar to her. She felt the need to do a double take at first, but the more she looked at the figure, the more certain she felt it was somebody she knew. Green, pointy hat...sweets on table...carries a wand...and sweets on the table! Yep, apparently that was him, all right! She waved frantically as she rushed to the man.

"Mr. Lemres, is that really you?!" She asked, sounding slightly out of breath.

[Rina]

"Ah-!"

Lemres' attention diverted from the crowd and into where the voice that called him. Red Puyo Hat...cheery disposition...yep, it's definitely Amitie! Lemres was incredibly happy to see her, being the second of the students he was looking for. He put down the fork, and waved to her to greet her.

"Amitie! Thank goodness you're okay!"

[TheSpatialWeeg]

"Yep, yep~ I'm totally fine!"

She quickly came towards, catching her breath as she came closer to him. "Whew...sorry...past week's been rather hectic..." She offhandedly commented. She WOULD go into further detail into what happened to her and the events recently transpired, but she had so many questions to ask Lemres!

She honestly didn't even knew where to begin. She could ask about Ms. Accord, but then she thought about other denizens or her friends who she thought that they didn't got sucked in. Wait, how did Lemres even got here in the first place?! Amitie tapped her foot and scratched her head in an natural reaction of her impatience.

"Soooo, can I ask you what are you doing here? How did you come here? How's everyone back at Primp Town?" She started volleying questions rather excitedly. "A-and what about Ms. Accord? Did you see the others? I mean, I--" she abruptly stopped. "E...ehehe, sorry, I got a little carried away...it's just that I finally found another familiar face, and...I missed you!"

[Rina]

"Now now, catch your breath first, Amitie."

"And the seat's open if you need to rest yourself." Lemres gestured to the open chair for Amitie. "To sum up the situation, I was sent here by your teacher to look out for you guys, and she was quite worried at your absences. She said that other than Sig, the rest of her class has gone missing for the past few days. She came to the conclusion that your lack of attendance was a disappearance, so she summoned me to find you. She would have gone herself, but she still has a school to manage, so she can't leave her position open."

Lemres put a hand to his chin to recall moments prior to his meeting with Amitie.

"Before I found you, I was teamed up with Klug on a reconnaissance mission in the mountains; he's alright, hardworking like always."

But then his content tone shifted to a more concerned one...

"However, I have not seen Raffine or Rider. Furthermore, I don't know how to get back, as the portal that led had here closed up."

[TheSpatialWeeg]

"Whew...thanks..." Amitie said, sitting down while she took deep breaths and listened to Lemres.

She could understand Ms. Accord's stance on the matter, and to be fair, she felt a bit flattered she summoned someone to help them, regardless how he was stuck in this place alongside them now. Would there be at least someone here with the ability to travel through time and space at will?

What shocked Amitie the most though was the revelation of her classmates' whereabouts. Apparently Klug was here as well, and Raffine ended up missing too. Only Sig was back at Primp Town, according to Lemres' words. ...She knew something was up with him! He couldn't be transported apparently.

Her mind wandered back to when Lemres said he didn't find Rider. Well, she did find Rider a few days back, and...well, some weird things happened...but it was nice to let him know.

"Actually, Lemres...I found Rider some time ago!"

[Rina]

"You have? Well that's a relief. Now that leaves Raffine, but where could she have gone?"

Lemres still sounded concerned. There hasn't been word of her whereabouts at all. Is she in town? In danger? Or...dead, even? No, let's not consider the worst, the world is quite vast and could be anywhere. Lemres is also unaware that the other Puyo players, Arle and Carbuncle, Rulue, Schezo, Draco, Satan, even Ringo are here as well. Maybe they could have found her and he isn't aware of it.

"Considering how incredibly diverse this land could be, she could be anywhere. I landed in the meadows, and the mission I took up with Klug was in the mountains. I didn't find anything that could tip us on where she is."

[TheSpatialWeeg]

". . ."

Amitie's expression did not lie. She was worried about Raffine as well. I mean, sure, she wasn't the nicest person around...far from it, actually, she could be classified as a big jerk, but she didn't deserve anything bad happen to her...

...well, at least a bit of karma comeuppance would do the job?

"I wish I knew, Mr. Lemres...m-maybe Rider knows something? Or Klug...? Did you talk with Klug about that?" Amitie questioned. She wouldn't bring Rider up, but hey, she's been places by herself and never elaborated on it...

Maybe she would know something, or at the very least, have a clue...

[Rina]

"Unfortunately, he didn't seem like he'd know."

Unfortunately, Lemres seems unaware that Raffine and Klug often squabble with each other. Even if Klug knew, he likely wouldn't tell because he can't stand her.

Things got unexpectedly heavy with this discussion of the separated students... And it's made even worse considering this land is more than just swarming with hostiles. Lemres tried to take a sip of the tea...but it's gone to the awkward lukewarm temperature that not even its sweetness can fix.

"I've also read up on the current situation of this land...and it's not pleasant. Are you aware of it, Amitie?"

[TheSpatialWeeg]

Amitie visibly fidgeted on her chair, soon following with her crossing her legs. It was very clear that the question made her really uncomfortable.

"...W-well...I...heard talk about a virus...." She stuttered, shaking a slight bit. "It makes you extremely powerful, but...you can't control yourself...I guess...I've been here for like a week or so, I wouldn't know the full details." She said. "...Not that I want to, anyway." She quietly admitted.

Those talks scared Amitie. From what little she heard from the virus, the whole concept was...scary. Her imagination really escalated quickly, as she quickly processed what would happen to her friends if one was indeed infected by the virus. It caused Amitie to lapse into brief moments of horror and sadness. Her worries were vanquished a bit when she saw Rider, and heard about Klug...but what about Raffine?

There she goes, imagining things again. Could you really blame her, though?

"...Mr. Lemres, could we please avoid the subject...?" Amitie pleaded, sounding...next to breaking down into tears. "...Please spare me the details..."

[Rina]

"Okay."

...an awkward silence fills the air, in an attempt to divert the conversation. Lemres can't help but worry too. What of Raffine? Lemres' thoughts could only be filled with worry...until a server comes in to break the tension.

"Care for more tea, sir?"
"Ah, yes please. And could you prepare a berry parfait for my friend here?"
"Certainly."

After refilling the teacup, the server walked away to have the order prepared.

[TheSpatialWeeg]

Well, there was the awkward silence. Amitie's fidgeting came to a quiet stop as the atmosphere grew rather weird.

...That is, until the waiter came along, and Lemres asked him to give her a berry parfait. She blushed a bit. Was he trying to make her feel better? It seemed to be the case.

"A-ahaha~ Thanks, Mr. Lemres...you didn't need to do that!" She said, grinning sheepishly.

She was starting to feel more comfortable. Sure, not 100%, but a little is better than nothing, they say!

[Rina]

"Oh please, it's my treat."

Moments later, a little glass with layers upon layers of berries and yogurt in a cute little glass. At the top, a biscuit stick standing by itself at an angle alongside the strawberry arrangement. A spoon to scoop up the delectable treat lies right next to it.

As for Lemres, he continues to enjoy his shortcake, picking at the strawberry on top.

[TheSpatialWeeg]

Amitie found herself marveling the treat in front of her. Just look at those details! Her mouth started to water as she took the spoon and took a portion of it. Taking the bite, she let the sweet food sink into her body.  A low-key muffled squee could be heard from the girl.

As if her actions didn't speak loud enough, she placed the spoon on the parfait before taking a deep breath.

"This...this is amazing~!" She exclaimed before she dug up on the sweet some more. Looks like Amitie was back into being...well, Amitie.

 

[Rina]

"Haha, I see you're enjoying it~"

Lemres went back to his cake, seeing her really gobble up the parfait. At least she's being her usual, cheery self now. From the square, some music is playing in the distance to liven up the mood further.