Within the Kiryuin Manor's bathhouse/spa, Ragyo Kiryuin "bathes" with Satsuku Kiryuin as they discuss Satsuki's recent usage of Junketsu.
While they "discuss", standing around 50 or so feet away within the shadows, Ragyo's Mysterious Partner, as well as the Inquisitor, stand and watch.
Inquisitor: "To think, such a being would do things to their progeny." He says in a disgusted tone.
Mysterious Partner: "It is a sign of domination. To show that even the child's most sensual parts belong to their creator. Not one I ever implemented, but I preferred to show my domination in a more brutal manner. But this is none of our concern. We are here so that you can gain a layout of the building."
Like literal shadows, the two begin to move throughout the manor. No one seemed to be able to see them, but they instinctively moved out of their way. Almost unaware of their presence.
Inquisitor: "I see not the point of waiting until later to take what it is you desire. More so, why do you need me to do so."
Mysterious Partner: "And that is why you need me. You lack the vision to see the ahead of the path you walk, only the stones that lie before your very feet."
The two enter a large chamber with hundreds of clothing-shaped holes along the other wall. But in the center of the room was a large yellow and orange entity. It was almost like a miniature sun in design, with the outer edge being a darker orange while the center burns with yellow light.
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Inquisitor: "This is their heart of sorts. It is rather beautiful. In a disgusting way."
Mysterious Partner: "Do not be fooled by its majestic appearance. It is nothing more than a maggot feasting upon the dung that is the humans of this world. In the end, it will be destroyed by the so-called "heroes". But in any case, this is where you will retrieve what I desire."
Inquisitor: "Like I said before, why wait?"
Mysterious Partner: "Because the immortality of your beloved wife is what is at stake if you act without my say. Do this correctly, and you will have no fear of losing what you cling to so much. Am I understood?" The Inquisitor looks down at the younger man with seething anger.
Inquisitor: "Fine. When should I be prepared?"
Mysterious Partner: "When the daughter enacts her betrayal, she will attempt to destroy this. She will fail. But before she does, you must ensure you retrieve my prize. Then your debt shall be paid in full."
Osaka, What's left of Nudist Beach HQ
Aikuro: "Alright, Hawk. What species on this planet wear clothing?"
Aikuro stands in front of a makeshift whiteboard as Hawk sits in a metal chair as. Pyrrha sits on his lap, along with Ryuko, Mako, and even Tsumugu sitting in two other chairs.
