[Elsword] - Formulated Hearts

Act 15 - Chocolate

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The flashback of the formulated hearts whizzed through Add's mind. Being the knowledge-thirty person he was, he longed for new information. It was one of his notable cravings, along with chocolate.

As he flopped onto the purple couch of his residence, the Nasod researcher summoned his brightly-lit screens, and a chocolate bar. Tearing open the wrapper, he bit into and munched on the sweet goodness of its contents, while typing with his free hand.

The Esper entered in the URL for the most-used social networking website. It was to interview a certain Elf, so his queries would be answered.

He had never meant to accept Rena's friend request. When the hearts and keys were first distributed, he couldn't have cared less. However, when his finger was hovering over the 'decline' button, it slipped, causing him to click 'accept' instead. His intention was to delete the nosy elf immediately afterwards, though her speed-of-light messaging got him hooked into the subject before he could take action on the matter.

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ADD: Hey, Elf.

RENA: Oh, perfect timing! I was just looking for you.

ADD: For what?

RENA: To inform you about the situation between you, Eve, and Chung. I'm sure that's why you decided to message me out of the blue, no?

ADD: ...

RENA: Guess I'm right, aha~ :'3 Give me a second.

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Group chat has been created. Members: Rena, Chung, Add.

ADD: Why is he here? Gtfo, Chung. .-.

CHUNG: Um, it isn't my intention to sound mean or anything, but do you mind kicking him out of this chat, Rena..? ^^;

RENA: Now, now. Eve wouldn't be very pleased if she saw you two like this. May I continue?

ADD: Go ahead.

RENA: Okay. Basically, the three of you have a different mechanic compared to all the others, who have been able to find their pairs relatively easily. Both of you have equal compatibility with Eve, hence why your keys are only able to turn to some degree, but not fully.

CHUNG: And this means...?

RENA: One of you will have to win her over, somehow. Or at least, become the more favorable one.

ADD: So what you're saying is, you're distributing all of this crap, and us, the victims, have to deal with this shit? Oh gee, thanks to these stupid devices, I have one extra item on my plate. Absolutely wonderful, I appreciate it lots, Rena.

RENA: Of course... not. I'll lend out a helping hand, because of the complicated situation. I could do this online, but I believe that it'd be exceptional for it to take place in real life. A pleasant surprise shall be conjured up, or at least, pleasant for me. The weekend is already coming, so meet me tomorrow at 10 o'clock sharp, at the fountain in the center of Elrios Square. It's 100% mandatory!

CHUNG: Oh, okay. Thank you, Miss Rena.

ADD: Tch, fine. Whatever you have in store better be fucking worth my time.

RENA: It will, I assure you! :D Isn't it past your bedtime? Hurry along and get some rest. It won't be fun if you two are walking zombies during our little trip. P.S. I suggest you watch your language, Add.

ADD: Shut up.

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Abruptly dismissing his screens, he still had a desire for some more chocolate. And so, his wish was granted, as he stood up, rummaging through his hidden box filled with the goodies. To him, chocolate was the ultimate problem-solver, and it definitely helped relieve his constant stress.

As long as valuable insight was gained from the visit, he wouldn't have minded the journey the next day, though Prince Seiker was still a nuisance that he refused to have an affinity for.

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