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Post by Kaya Matsui and Hawkeye on Nov 22, 2019 2:14:35 GMT
"YESSSSSSSSSSSS!!!" Kaya yelled as the Trailmon arrived in Whitewater City, the young human girl running out of the station and embracing the warm summer-like air. "Thank you so much for telling me about this place, Hawkeye! I've been missing the warm summer breeze lately."
"Yes, Whitewater weather is nice indeed, isn't it?" Hawkeye said after catching up to his young Tamer. "My feathers may keep me warm in your world, but I still do not care for cold weather all too much."
"Yeah, birds don't really mesh well with winter unless they're penguins, huh?" Kaya said, taking into account how human world birds work, where they would migrate to other places for the winter and come back during the spring. "So, what do you want to do first?"
"Train."
"Again? You've been doing too much training lately."
"No such thing as too much training."
"Come on, I wanna see Whitewater with you! Maybe I can learn how to use my Digivice as well! Let's go!" And with that, Kaya would grab onto Hawkeye's wing and drag him right into the city. Who knows who they'll meet???
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Post by Higgs on Nov 22, 2019 2:48:03 GMT
It's the actual first time that Higgs bothered to explore a place where civilized Digimons live together. Most of the time he just silently passing through and trying hard not to be noticed, a regression. The reason? Ghost of his dark past is haunting him. Despite lacking in genuine emotion, the past still can make him restless. It's able to make Higgs spendi his entire day and night just to think how to process these surge of thoughts in his head. No wonder why so many beings tried to refuse their past, especially when they have a bad one.
But his master's teachings made him brave to face the world inside his jumbled up programming, and the chaotic outside world. Heck, he even tried to visit Human world few times, using a cheap disguise consisting of a full-body mantle and a fedora. It was quite funny, and fascinating. Higgs learned that humans and Digimons are actually not that much different. But living in human world, it's like a whole different matter for Higgs. He decided to stay in Digital World because it's less hassle to maintain his energy compared to living in Human World.
Whitewater is no different than the other civilization that he visited. Snowflake Village, Rosewood City, Terminus, all quite the same in front of his eyes. The only thing that matters to him is either trying to hustle in the city or not. Aside from his main goal to find The Great Library, he usually have some fun by either trying some foods, or generally just walking around and get acquainted with some Digimons, trading his knowledge and few gigabytes of data repository with anything that deemed valuable for him.
As for what to do in this city Higgs the Keramon still can't decide anything. Might as well flipping a coin and decide whether he should take the Trailmon station or not. That is, until his cloaked figure collided with another figure, seemingly rushed hurriedly either because of over-excitement, or some sense of urgency and emergency.
"Ouch!"
Despite the Keramon himself is moving in relatively slow pace, and the one at fault is definitely whoever bumped him, he approached the one that bumped him and found out that it's a human girl with a peculiar Hawkmon beside her. Probably that Hawkmon with bow and arrow is her partner, and this human girl is what the other Digimons caled a Tamer.
"I-i'm sorry for bumping you! Are you okay there?"
The cloaked Keramon tries to help the girl, but with his current appearance and the Hawkmon's sharp eyes, things might won't go too well here.
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Post by Kaya Matsui and Hawkeye on Nov 22, 2019 3:20:13 GMT
If Kaya was a little bit older and wiser, she definitely would've seen the oncoming Digimon that she was about to collide into during her run, and be able to turn around so that no crash would happen. But since Kaya was only twelve years old and was as wise as a carrot...
CRAAAAAASH!!!
"Ow..." Kaya complained as she picked herself off of the ground, rubbing her head. That crash definitely hurt. When she lifted up her head, she came face to face with a peculiar looking Digimon. It had a fairly creepy face, and it seemed to be floating as well. It was also wearing a brown cloak, something uncommon to Digimon of his type.
Kaya and Hawkeye were both expecting this Digimon to be very mean and blame everything on Kaya, not just for the crash but possibly for something like all litter ever. But to their surprise this Digimon was the apologetic one, asking if they were alright and even offering to help Kaya up to her feet. Raising an eyebrow, Kaya accepted the help as she grabbed onto the Digimon's hand, who would then proceed to bring her to her feet.
"No no, I'm sorry about that... I should've looked where I was going. Thank you... uh, do you mind if I scan you?"
If the Digimon would say yes, Kaya would pull out her D-Terminal and scan the Digimon. Weirdly enough, it showed up as something that looked almost entirely different: a Wisemon.
"Ah no, is my D-Terminal busted?" Kaya sighed, "Because I don't think it's giving me a good description. Does this look like you at all, sir?" Kaya turned around her D-Terminal to show the Digimon what the scan would be.
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Post by Higgs on Nov 22, 2019 3:45:34 GMT
Gladly, his partner isn't that overprotective type. The human girl also admitted that she was being careless. When you're overexcited, things are usually getting out of hand. At least things aren't getting messy. That much is a good thing for Higgs.
"Oh yes, sure."
At first the Keramon just agree. Probably she came across a different type of Digimon unknown to her and she needs to know. He heard of Digivice and all the similar devices used by human to power-up their partner Digimon. Bond between a human and Digimon is truly a fascinating matter for Higgs. But what caught his attention the most... is that the girl's device scanned him as another Digimon. Specifically, a Wisemon.
He supposedly devolved to Keramon so he can obfuscate his power level and bypass this kind of scanner. But this girl's device, she managed to saw through him and his layers of defense. Is there such a thing called a predetermined coincidence? Even if it's just a mere coincidence, this sparked a new interest. Yes, the Keramon is now intrigued to find out about this girl and her partner.
"Wow... i'm impressed that your Digivice managed to do that. I was staying in this form to hide my identity and power level. But somehow your Digivice can bypass the bug! Fascinating!"
In a few moment, the cloaked Keramon shines, engulfed in bright, white light for few moments before re-configuring himself to the form that he achieved. Wisemon, the tall Demon Man Digimon shrouded in mystery.
"This form stands out too much, which is why i kept staying in my Rookie form. Also i'm not the type that likes to show-off. It's more fun to see the others left in the dark depths of curiosity."
The now Wisemon Higgs said in a calm, stoic voice. Pretty much different when he was a Keramon, where his voice is garbled and distorted that it's almost beyond recognition.
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Post by Kaya Matsui and Hawkeye on Nov 22, 2019 4:00:43 GMT
Hawkeye was silent, but he was definitely suspicious about this new Digimon character. His look just seemed very... off to him, for some reason. He looked very malicious, even though his actions spoke differently. Hawkeye would keep a close eye on this Digimon for the time being, crossing his wings as he eyed him.
Kaya was just confused about the scan entry more than anything, which is why she showed the Wisemon information to this new Digimon. She was even more confused when the Digimon began talking, saying that he was impressed that her D-Terminal could 'bypass the bug'. Kaya and Hawkeye were equally confused. "Um, what do you mean?"
"Yes, please elaborate."
Suddenly the Digimon began to shine and grow, digivolving. When the glowing had stopped, the Digimon standing there was none other than a Wisemon, the Digimon that the D-Terminal initially scanned. Kaya looked back and forth between Wisemon and the device before getting it.
"Ohhhhh, it was scanning you, but it thought you were in a higher form! I wonder if my D-Terminal is glitchy or if you're the one that caused that... I think I prefer this form! You look really cute!"
"Kaya, some Digimon do not really enjoy being called cute. Just letting you know."
"Right... anyways, I'm Kaya and this is Hawkeye. Do you have a name?"
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Post by Higgs on Nov 22, 2019 21:53:53 GMT
"It's alright. I don't mind being called cute. In fact, this is the first time someone called me cute. Most of the time others call me either creepy or weird. Even in this form."
But most of the time Higgs never show himself in this form, for this form's power level is quite high, and he has no reason to show such power to the other Digimons if it's not life-threatening. But since the human in front of him is just a children. Maybe it's worth humoring her for a little while. He'll keep being in this form as long as he is interacting with her.
"And nice to meet you, Kaya and Hawkeye. My name is Higgs."
The fact that this girl managed to scan his true level is something fascinating for Higgs. Either it's a sheer luck given by the devil, or it is something more than just luck. Either way, the Wisemon decides to dig a bit deeper on this human child, hoping he got something interesting as the result.
"So, where are you going, Miss Kaya? I can accompany you to your destination for a while. I have nothing to do at the moment."
Judging from her over-excitement earlier, she must be going to somewhere fun. Probably the resort or the beach. Higgs would be more than happy to lead them the way to that place while having a moment of conversation.
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Post by Kaya Matsui and Hawkeye on Nov 23, 2019 5:32:33 GMT
"I don't think you're creepy or weird at all. Why do you think others would think that about you?" Kaya asked, truly not understanding why the Wisemon would even say such a thing. If anything he was very polite and very easy to talk to. Maybe he really didn't have many friends...
The Wisemon would then go on to introduce himself as Higgs. Kaya offered the Wisemon a hand to shake. "It's really great to meet you, Higgs!"
While the two of them would be shaking hands, Hawkeye still just stared at Higgs, not fully trusting him. Kaya noticed this after the handshake and gave him a look. "Hawkeye, what's wrong?"
"I don't trust him..." Hawkeye told Kaya, quiet enough so Higgs wouldn't hear him. "Something about him is really suspicious, I can feel it in my gut. Keramons aren't known for being the most innocent of Digimon."
"...that's like the Digimon version of being racist," Kaya said to her partner with a disgusted look. "Come on, look at him, he's harmless! And he's really sweet as well, just give him a chance... for me? Your bestest friend?" The tween girl would then proceed to give Hawkeye the puppy dog eyes.
The archer bird simply huffed and rolled his eyes, essentially giving in to Kaya's desire. With a smile, she turned towards Higgs when he offered to go with them to wherever they would go, calling her "Miss Kaya." "Ah geez, you're like my friend Kitt. He calls me 'Lady Kaya,' no matter how much I ask him to stop. Anyways, since it's winter time in Tokyo we're going to the beach here! You know the way, you said?"
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Post by Higgs on Nov 23, 2019 16:27:50 GMT
"Alright then, please do follow me. We'll be going out from this station first."
The Wisemon said as he slowly floats away and going towards the exit of the station, adjusting his floating pace along with the human tamer and her partner Digimon. But the first thing that Higgs noticed from the duo is at how the sharp eyes of the Hawkmon glaring at him: Full of suspicion. It's nothing new for Higgs, but for one maybe he could try to clear the suspicion, and as well as breaking the ice barrier between them so at least he would have a fun conversation until this duo reach their destination.
"You have keen eyes like your name, Mr. Hawkeye. And no, i don't meant to ridicule that. It's natural for you to be suspicious of strangers, and it's a good decision to not let your guard down. That means you care about your Tamer and you're wary of her being a danger."
Higgs nodded to himself, then looking at the Hawkmon with his yellow eyes illuminated under the hood he wears. The lack of details on his shrouded face gives a mixture between mysterious and uncanny feeling. Which is very reasonable target for suspicion.
"But i can assure you i mean no harm. I find no joy nor benefit from harming my surroundings. But i will admit i was just like the other residents of the Dark Area."
Honesty is the key to keep the communication established. Besides, sometimes fascinating results may happen from being directly honest. Perhaps this Hawkmon will raise his guard some more, and Higgs will be more than happy to prove him wrong.
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Post by Kaya Matsui and Hawkeye on Nov 23, 2019 17:46:14 GMT
Higgs seemed to know where the beach in Whitewater was, and asked the two of them to follow him there. Since they didn't really know where the beach was themselves and Kaya at least trusted Higgs, the two of them followed him to wherever he would go, with Hawkeye still keeping guard, of course.
Hawkeye's suspicion was definitely not lost on Higgs. It wasn't as if the bird archer was trying to hide it that much in the first place, but he still didn't really want to say anything about it to the suspicious Wisemon. Higgs began to talk to him, agreeing that it would be natural to be wary of strangers, saying that he meant no harm to anyone. "Actions speak louder than words, Higgs." Hawkeye would then look away as he blushed when Higgs mentioned being wary of Kaya in danger.
"We're still new partners," Kaya explained. "Hawkeye's still getting used to the idea, and I still have no idea how my Digivice works."
That was when Higgs dropped a bomb: he was from the Dark Area. Many, many Digimon knew what a horrible place the Dark Area was, and how its residents were even worse. Time seemed to slow down as Hawkeye pulled out an arrow, immediately charging it with energy, before pulling it right at Higgs. If it weren't for Kaya pushing Hawkeye out of the way in time so his arrow shot right up into the sky, Higgs would've been seriously hurt right now.
"What the heck was that about?!"
"I knew it! He's from the Dark Area, he must be stopped!"
"But he isn't doing anything! And what's the Dark Area?!" Kaya would strip Hawkeye away of his bow, to prevent any more random attacks. Clearly Hawkeye had a thing against Dark Area Digimon...
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Post by Higgs on Nov 23, 2019 18:04:38 GMT
"To put it short, Miss Kaya, Dark Area is a place where every bad Digimon lives."
The Wisemon speaks as if he knew something like this would happen. Nevertheless, he didn't move an inch from his initial position, and he doesn't even bother to move in the first place. He would face that arrow head on had the tamer not stopped the Hawkmon's action. After all, Hawkeye did say that action is louder than words combined together.
"Underline the word was, Mr. Hawkeye. I do understand your reasoning for doing that, but i rather not causing commotion in crowded place like this."
Higgs raised one of his palms, implying to the bystanders that caught in the sudden commotion that everything is okay. He approaches the duo to not draw more attention from the crowd, and whoever in charge of the security.
"If you still have no intention of calming down, it's okay. I'll just get out of your sight and we pretend that nothing has happened here. And you can find another Digimon to guide you to the beach, Miss Kaya. I'm really sorry for this."
Maybe the Hawkmon would thought that he is being put on blame here. But Higgs only tried to say the truth, and offering the best solution for both of them, although... his way of phrasing it sounds like any other bad Digimon that could put a little bit of lies in their words. And apologizing for born as a bad Digimon, on top of that. But maybe the human girl is not so happy about having their guide abruptly leaving her in the heat of the moment.
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Post by Kaya Matsui and Hawkeye on Nov 23, 2019 18:22:51 GMT
"All the bad Digimon just... live in one area?" Kaya asked. In the human world, good and bad humans were all mixed together, and it was your job to determine who was who. Sometimes the humans would lie, saying their intentions were one thing but in reality they were planning to harm or scam you. Higgs didn't seem like that kind of Digimon, but Hawkeye thought otherwise.
Hawkeye growled when it was revealed that Wisemon did not even flinch. Perhaps he was familiar with this kind of treatment. Higgs went on to say that he was just like Digimon in the Dark Area, implying that he was not anymore. "I used to guard a remote village in the Server Woods. We'd always get Digimon claiming to have good intentions before our crops were stolen. Let me get one thing clear: I. Do. Not. Trust. You."
Higgs did seem to take the hint and offered to just walk away, pretending that he and the partners had never met each other. Kaya was definitely not okay with this, and grabbed onto Higgs' hand before he started floating away.
"No no, it's okay, he doesn't trust anyone he meets. He didn't even trust me when we first met. He's... learning. I'm trying to help him trust others more. Please stay, you're really nice..."
Kaya looked up at Higgs with her eyes wide and hopeful, attempting to give Higgs the "puppy dog look" that she had used on Hawkeye not too long ago.
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Post by Higgs on Nov 23, 2019 18:50:09 GMT
Just as Higgs thought. The human girl doesn't want to let him go, even going as far as pleading him to not go. But knowing that the Hawkmon is somewhat having a bad history with other Digimons due to the events happened on his village, Higgs concluded that this Digimon was being hurt too much, so he decided to shut down and put up a front. It's pretty understandable. And maybe it will take time to make this mon actually trusts him.
"Well..."
Giving it a try won't hurt anyone. Besides, if he succeed in changing the Hawkmon's view, he would live up to his master's teachings, just like how did he changed Higgs from a no-brainer nihilist to someone that appreciate his life more and making the most of it in a better way than what he used to be.
"Thank you for giving me chance, Miss Kaya. I know trust is something that is earned, so i'll show you the way to the beach as promised. Whatever happens next, i'll leave it to both of you to decide."
The orbs on both of his palms are floating idly beside him, while Higgs is folding his arms and waiting for a response from the duo.
"And yes, i do understand what do you think and feel regarding the residents of Dark Area, Mr. Hawkeye. But let me just say this once: There are some Digimons among the residents of Dark Area wanting to live a better life, and they even go as far as risking their lives just to get out from that hellhole. And most of them have turned into ones and zeroes instead."
Higgs paused for a bit, trying to find the better wording that would address this trust issue.
"So i am very aware about this matter of choosing who is trustworthy, and who is not. Trust is something mutual, and the best thing i could do my best to earn that from the others is showing that i am a mon of my words."
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Post by Kaya Matsui and Hawkeye on Nov 23, 2019 19:35:33 GMT
"Yay!" Kaya cheered when Higgs agreed to continue being with them for the time being. She looked over at the stubborn Hawkeye, who simply sighed and nodded while crossing his wings. It looked like Higgs would be remaining with them, whether Hawkeye liked it or not.
"Y'know, you should spend some time at the beach with us," Kaya suggested as they walked. "Have you ever gone swimming before, Higgs? There is lots of fun you can have at the beach, I think!"
"Hmph... while there was not a beach in my village, there was a small lake close by. I did enjoy taking my daily bath there. What 'fun things' can you do while in the water?"
While Hawkeye was still pretty wary of Higgs, the Wisemon tried to explain it as best as he could. He explained how there were some residents of the Dark Area that were wishing for a better life, and that they would risk everything to try and get it. Hawkeye did not respond. It was probably best that he didn't for the time being.
After a bit more walking, the group had made it to the Whitewater beach. The sun was shining high, it was really warm, and there were plenty of Digimon either eating, swimming, or just relaxing on the beach. It was absolutely perfect.
"Alright, I gotta change into my swimsuit real quick. PLEASE try and get along," Kaya said before running off into one of the changing rooms. Hawkeye just glared at Higgs the whole time, still considering the Wisemon's words but not believing them quite yet.
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Post by Higgs on Nov 23, 2019 20:19:57 GMT
Looking at Kaya's enthusiasm, Higgs just thought that leaving the girl alone with her partner would make her down. For now he'll accompany her until she's finished with whatever business she have at the beach. Not to mention he still have to set some things with Hawkeye. For better, or for the worse.
"I've tried swimming. But definitely, i'm not fond of swimming in this form. Having your clothes get wet is not comfortable."
Higgs responded to Kaya's remarks about swimming, guiding them across the crowded city of Whitewater. Is this holiday season? Because for the love of Yggdrasil these mons and some humans are just everywhere! Higgs is content with fascinated sight, but it doesn't make him lose focus to guide the tamer and her partner to reach the Whitewater Beach.
Higgs agreed to stay a bit more and waiting for Kaya to change her clothes before having some swimming at the beach. And there's no sign of improvement from Hawkeye. He still keeping a sharp glare on Higgs, suspicious and cautious. There's no one to blame here.
"Like i said before, Mr. Hawkeye. If you still don't trust me, so be it. Trust is not something that can be given and earned easily."
Higgs decided to face the glare head-on with a calm, yet equally unnerving stare from those expressionless yellow eyes.
"But let's say, i have a chance to make use of this situation and harm you and your tamer. In what way would you expect me to do such thing? Heckling for bits? Attacking you and your tamer out in open air while there are others watching us like this? Or is there another thing you have in mind? You don't have to answer my question, but i dare you to outrun my wits and prove me wrong about my sincere intention of guiding you and your tamer here."
While at first time hearing this it sounds like the Wisemon is trying to test Hawkmon's patience. It's a genuine question to open a discussion about trust issues. Something that the Wisemon would do to gather various responses that would expand his knowledge. And it's nothing more exciting to have a discussion with someone that have opposing views.
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Post by Kaya Matsui and Hawkeye on Nov 23, 2019 22:50:15 GMT
Higgs responded to Kaya's question about swimming, saying he didn't enjoy it while in his Wisemon form since wet clothes are not very comfortable. "I agree there... it's the reason I brought my swimsuit, a piece of clothing that's made specifically for jumping into the water in! I... don't know if they sell them anywhere in the Digital World though."
"I'll admit, I was not expecting the beach to be so... filled up today," Hawkeye commented, "but I do not think it's overly crowded. Do you think so, Kaya?"
"No, it's fine, a crowd this size is normal for a day like today!"
While Kaya was busy changing, there was an aura of tension between Hawkeye and Higgs. The former kept glaring at the latter, just anticipating him to do something that would harm his or others' lives. Higgs looked back towards him and asked the Hawkmon exactly what he though Higgs would be planning to do.
"Plenty of options. Kill us for our money. Kill us for the heck of it. Rob us. Give us up to some other asshole Digimon. I've seen deception at its finest, and believed it before."
After a while longer, Hawkeye sighed. "Although I will tell you the main reason... but you have to promise not to tell Kaya anything. The truth is... Kaya wasn't my first partner. I've had one long ago."
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