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[ Shinou had been to her home once before and had it memorized where she was. That made it easier for him to quietly deliver a gift to her and leave. So whenever she got home or checked out her front door she would find a beautifully wrapped bag of chocolates in the shape of her little test tubes. They actually looked rather well made, unfortunately the taste was awful. Absolutely terrible. If she took one bite she would probably want to spit it out.

Attached to the bag though was a note. ]

Hello my dear Seiko.

Today is a day to show love to one another and appreciate the things they do. I appreciate your rather large brain and the interesting things you speak to me about. I appreciate all the attention you give me, and would love more.

I appreciate how flustered you seem to get when I give you the most simple of compliments. It is rather adorable.

-Shinou

[To say this was unexpected was an understatement. Never in her life had she been given a gift of this nature, and on Valentines day no less. Sure it was a little odd, as typically girls were supposed to give the chocolates in Japan, but the sentiment was still not lost on her. That was partially why she almost had a heart attack when she opened the box.]

[She had never actually eaten chocolate before, due to an unfortunate side effect of her medication that prevented the consumption of sugar, so in all fairness she might not have noticed if she had eaten one, having no taste to compare with the failed attempt by Shinou. She was working towards resolving that problem, but for the moment the sweets would remain untouched, leaving her blissfully unaware of the confectionery disaster that awaited. Regardless, she needed to show her gratitude, even as her voice wavered quite a bit as she opened up communications.]

Um, Shinou-san? Thank you for the gift, it was...very thoughtful of you.

[ He wasn't actually expecting to hear her voice so he seemed surprised, but also rather happy. ]

Well I am certainly happy to bring you such joy~

[With the trouble he went to, it seemed only fair to show as much courtesy as possible. At least he seemed pleased.]

Yes, it was very nice of you. I didn't expect you to go out of your way on my account, but I hope I can repay the gesture somehow.

Just continue being you and showering me with praise and that is good enough for me.

[Some might call such words egotistic, but fortunately for Shinou, Kimura had found the contributions he had made to her work fascinating enough that he was deserving of his value. And hey, he had helped her, been nice to her, that went a long way towards gaining her loyalty.]

Then I presume you intend to continue doing things that are praise worthy?

Everything I do is worth the praise though.

Oh? Have you been doing much lately? Besides giving me a gift I mean?

Nothing too exciting. Still trying to find something here that calls out to me.

[Desperate times call for desperate measures. Gundam's not sure if he trusts anyone in the city on this matter. The only person who sounds qualified... Well, that would be someone whose skill was acknowledge by Hope's Peak, wouldn't it be?

Clutching his amulet dramatically, he sends out his message.]

This is the mind of Seiko Kimura, is it not?

[It is her own fault, as she is still in the habit of keeping to herself much of the time, but the direct address did startle Kimura. Fortunately it wasn't so bad that she didn't recover, or caused any mishaps with the chemicals she had been in the middle of handling.]

It is. [A brief pause, finally registering who the voice belonged to, causing the sense of perplexed surprise to filter through the connection as she responded.] I take it there's a reason for you contacting me?

[No one expects the Tanaka Inquisition... at least he's not using a demonic voice this time.]

Yes, there is a reason. More than a mere reason! A crisis in the heavens... a tragedy that must be prevented!

Something that even I cannot solve on my own. Not without your healing power!

[There are occasional flashes of a sick-looking hamster accompanying his thoughts.]

[While she was relieved there was no 'demonic' voice echoing inside her head, the intensity of Gundams words seemed rather extreme. Then again, it was at least consistent in tone to all their conversations thus far. He was committed to his dramatization, that much she couldn't deny.]

[Although it did make it rather hard for to grasp exactly what he wanted when he wasn't really getting to the point. Just as well the mental picture of the ailing hamster at least offered a hint for her to decipher.] And you...think I can do something about it?

That is correct. [He pauses thoughtfully, trying to restrain his feelings of concern, but some traces of it may leak through.]

I know that you've mostly worked with mortals of the human race. But I am sure that you must have treated demon beasts on occasion... Perhaps you could even treat a god.

[And now, a chubby hamster more clearly and consciously comes into view.]

Invading Black Dragon Cham-P... It seems that he must have done battle with an ice giant recently and been cursed in the process.

[It takes a little longer for her to fully absorb what he's saying, mostly due to mentally clarifying that he was just referring to animals in general, and was rather flummoxed when he brought up gods, at least until the image of the hamster came to the forefront, along with that twinge of concern.]

[He wasn't wrong to be fair, although treating anything smaller than a dog or a cat would be a first for her. Why he couldn't just say he thought it might have caught a cold she couldn't understand, but oh well.]

Can you list identifiable symptoms and how long they've been in effect?

[Probably best not to question to much and focus on the task at hand, it'd be easier that way. And besides, for however much she was startled by them the first time she ran into Gundam all those months ago, if there was something she could do, she would.]

...Very well.

[With that, he goes on to describe several symptoms of the common cold, which have been in effect for around a week now. And he actually manages to describe them all in plain terms, without any dramatic metaphor.

When a hamster's life is on the line, there's no room for taking risks.]

My own attempts to keep Cham-P warmed has not yielded much success... So I wonder if it is time to resort to another opinion, even if it includes the elixirs of man.

[While Gundam listed off the various symptoms, Kimura remained silent but not idle. She had been sitting at her usual work space anyway, so it was rather easy for her to listen while she began to concoct something to treat the ailment in question. Cold remedies were not new to her, although there was some thought needed when it came to making sure the dosages were suitable for a hamster, as well as considering what was the best way to administer the medicine.]

[Still, with the breeder being so concise she still had enough focus to work out the appropriate volumes and measurements, having something almost ready by the time he finished speaking.]

Chills setting in can weaken an immune system, so I can't say I'm surprised. [That was fact, but she did continue with a softer tone, weary of the fact that despite what she thought of the former Remnant, there was no reason to deny an innocent hamster in need.] I think I have something that will help ready in a few minutes. Where do I need to go to find you?

[Because she was rather certain he wouldn't want to leave the animals side no matter how quick the trip to collect the medicine. Plus it was probably best for her to see the patient for herself so the right dosage was given.]

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It would seem that even the Dark Devas of Destruction are not without their share of vulnerabilities...

I am currently at the den of evil itself. [He then mentally beams her his address.]

You would come here? That would be preferable... It could be dangerous for Cham-P to travel in his condition...

[He says as he wraps the hamster in tiny blankets.]

[By this point she knows better than to question or comment on what exactly a 'Deva of Destruction' is and how it could possible be the same thing as the bundles of fluff that seemed to follow Gundam everywhere. Breeding was his talent, pharmacy was hers. If he was willing to actually seek her out for help despite everything that had transpired before, basically putting faith in her knowing what she was doing, then who was she to start questioning his knowledge?]

Unless you're willing to meet me. But I assumed that leaving him unattended would not be an option you'd agree with.

[Besides that, it wasn't too far out her way judging from the location as she mapped out the directions in her head. She was practically ready to go out the door now, having just finished sealing the small bottle of medicine she had prepared and pocketing it.]

Also, it's simpler to judge for myself how much he needs rather than risk miscalculating the correct strength and dosage. I won't be long.

[And because while she's not saying it directly, she does want to make sure that it did work just right, and that Cham-P recovered. She hadn't treated many animals in recent years, so probably best to be extra careful.]

You are correct. That would be an unacceptable outcome!

[He can't risk anything at this point that could endanger Cham-P. So he's ready to trust the Ultimate Pharmacist, especially hearing the precautions that she was being wary of. She knows what she is talking about... She could be the one destined to save Cham-P.]

You have my permission to enter this lair for as long as you see fit. So long as Cham-P regains his power...!

[And now, it seems all that he can do is wait, while his other hamsters look on in concern.]

[A for Remnant of Despair was willing to trust her, now there was something she never imagined would come to pass, and most likely would struggle to believe even now with all the adjustments she had made since her arrival.]

[Regardless she gave a final mental sound of acknowledgement as she locked up her own dwelling and started heaving in the needed direction with a prompt pace. While not about to make promises she couldn't keep, one couldn't deny that she wasn't doing everything possible within her abilities to assist.]

[She did take her responsibility seriously, even if some might think it excessive for a hamster, and as such Gundam would not be left waiting long before there was a knock on his door.]

[With her responses coming to an end, Gundam focuses on tending to Cham-P as he awaits her arrival.

And soon, the knock comes at his door. Swiftly, he turns in the general direction of the door.]

You may enter!

[The door is unlocked. And there's a number of small animals pets roaming around on the floor, but not far from the door is Gundam, with a shivering hamster wrapped in tiny blankets.]

[Fortunately Kimura's eyes did scan the hallway as she opened the door, and as such purposefully took care to watch where she was stepping. If not for Gundam being right there to catch her attention, she might have been tempted to just watch each creature scurry across the floor. Instead she made her way closer, not even bothering with general greeting. All things considered, she doubted there was much need to waste time with formalities and her efforts could be better utilized in assessing the shivering ball of fluff before her.]

[Leaning a little closer, she gazed at Cham-P with a rather serious scrutiny, the one eye not hidden by her hair being the only means of deciphering what her thoughts were at that moment. It didn't take long for her to draw a conclusion however.]

One to two drops should do. [Right down to business, she pulled the bottle out of her pocket, along with what appeared to be a small eye dropper.] You said these symptoms have been present for roughly a week. It's probably best that he take it directly without it being diluted this time.

[Even as she talked, she prepared, opening the bottle and placing the end of the dropper inside, letting the small transparent tube fill with a soft violet colored liquid.] Please hold him so I can administer the medicine.

[Normally, Gundam attempts to look confident and imposing. But now, he's not standing up quite straight, and there doesn't need to be an emotional effect to communicate the worry that is clear on his face.

At her urging, she nods.]

So be it... I will trust in your judgement.

[With that, Gundam holds Cham-P still. Not only that, but he uses his skill with dunamis to channel a calming wave towards the hamster, to help him to comfortably stay still.]

Be at peace for but a moment, my feared Dark Deva...

[Once again Kimura kept focus on the task at hand rather than the muddled strangeness of hearing him give her any sort of trust, nodding again as she waited for him to soothe the animal in his grasp. Yet again she found the task of associating the person before her with the people she had for so long considered beyond redemption all the harder, willing herself to discard the comparison for now.]

[Carefully, she nudged Cham-P's mouth with the tip of the dropper, hoping he might take to drinking of his own accord, although she knew this was not guaranteed. If not, it wouldn't be difficult to push the end gently in between a gap in his teeth. In either case, once the dropper was inserted and tipped at the right angle, she slowly squeezed, letting the liquid slowly release for the hamster to swallow. While she remained silent during the proceedings, clearly concentrating, her gaze was tinged with a softness that was far more relaxed and caring than might have been expected.]

[Once the tube was empty, she withdrew the dropper and cleaned it with a small cloth, still observing as the effects took hold. She was of course no expert in animal behavior, so Gundam was more likely to notice the changes first, signs that his dear Dark Deva was steadily going back to his usual, fiendish self. For Kimura, she was satisfied enough when the sniffles and shivering ceased, the air around her warming ever so slightly with relief. Good, it worked.]

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[A gloomy suspense hung in the air as Kimura applied the treatment, and Tanaka could feel his heart beat. It was as of time had stopped a she surveyed the condition of his large and fuzzy friend.]

Is it done...?

[He asks with a shaky hope trying to take flight through his words, and he looks down as Cham-P. His condition answers the question for him in the following moments, as the hamster starts to look more lively.

And Gundam is now adding to the area's warmth.]

Yes... the elixir is a success! [He doesn't know how to thank Seiko, he raises his gaze towards her with reddened cheeks and a warm smile.]

The lords of the underworld will owe you no shortage of boons! ...Truly you are hell's apothecary!

[Sure, she had expected him to be relieved, pleased, but this? Well, it made sense considering all the dramatical flare up until now, but it still caught her by surprise. All the talk demons and hell and yet the accelerating warmth was so innocent, and he was so...cheerful. And having it all directed towards her left Kimura with an emotional bombardment she had not prepared herself for.]

I'm...what? [It was easier to deal with his word than her own feelings, the confusing mix of bafflement, anxiety and the slight hint of joy causing her eyes to widen and body to stiffen. However it was as her hair coils started to wave in a small show of celebration that she quickly shook herself to her senses, thrusting the medicine bottle at Gundam. Anything that would work as a distraction would do, and once again she found herself relieve that her mask mostly covered up any more obvious tells.] Here, probably best you keep the rest, just in case you need it again. That dosage seemed to work well. If you're dealing with more minor symptoms I'd advise mixing a few drops into food or water and it should clear any infection before it takes full hold.

[There we go, rambling instructions for hamster medicine, the perfect distraction.]

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Hell's apothecary. [Gundam still restates that with a proud grin.] Your resume can now reflect that you are a healer of even demons...

[He clasps the bottle and looks it over as he soaks in every word of her explanation with an appreciative nod.]

Very well. I will heed your word and, if necessary, I shall use the elixir as you recommend... I swear that Cham-P's rise to his former glory shall reach completion!

[So beings of Hell had need of medical staff? Really, what was she supposed to say to that? What could she say? Between Gundams enthusiasm and genuine appreciation she was at a loss, unsure if she should allow herself to feel the way she did, the apprehensive gratitude fizzing away inside. Rather fitting then that a few small bubbles appeared around her, floating briefly before each disappearing with a soft pop.]

I'll...keep that in mind. [At least being dumbfounded took away from her embarrassment, and she was finally able to look him in the eye again, and try to ignore the emotional effect on display.] Well, he should be fine now anyway, though perhaps he shouldn't do anything too strenuous for now, to prevent a relapse.

[Maybe a few days without fighting any ice giants, just to be on the safe side.]

[Hell needs a lot of things, apparently.

But for now, this particular hellscape is at peace. The warmth of Gundam's smile is reflected in a general warmth within the room.]

Kehehe... Understood. During this recovery power, Cham-P's full power shall be sealed away, and I shall see to it myself that he does not perform even a single one of his forbidden arts!

[He holds Cham-P close to him, and the other hamsters huddle up nearby. Tanaka turns his attention to Seiko.]

Now... With that settled, this dark chapter draws to a close. With the role that you've played in this tale... What will you now seek? A boon? Gald?

[Well you learn something new everyday. For example, its residents were not impervious to the common cold, neat.]

[Still, considering Gundams dedication, it would no longer be an issue for any of the Devas, so her work was done. Of course she was stopped in her tracks from making a silent retreat when he questioned her. It still took a moment for her to decipher the breeders elaborate words, but she got it, her head shaking just a little in dismissal.]

I don't need anything. [Considering at one point she would have ended that sentence with 'from you', it just went to show the progress she'd made.]

[It is remarkable that she's gone for this entire encounter without disparaging him... Perhaps her feelings are shifting. Tanaka might not mind being hated for the things he's done, even if he can't remember them, but he'll still appreciate this possible changed. ...And, deep down, feel touched by it.]

Hmph... So you'll go without payment? How noble...

Regardless, the Dark Devas of Destruction are indebted to you! A free boon can still be yours whenever you may choose to claim it!

[While she certainly wasn't about to proclaim having a great change of heart on the matter, things certainly hadn't remained the same as when she first arrived. Considering there were far more troubling things to worry about in Empatheias, especially compared to rather docile current state of all the Remnants, it was difficult to bare as big of a grudge. Besides, technically they had done no wrong in this world, so for now she could be tolerant.]

Hardly, I don't utilize my abilities to gain favors.

[But it was clear Gundam was not going to let this go, even if for the life of her she could not imagine how a hamster would repay any sort of debt. Even so, there was a hint of something, perhaps fondness, as she looked down at the hamsters. As much as she pushed herself with her work, making something simple, just seeing it take hold and heal, it was a nice change from all the failures and loss that had seemed endless for the past few years.]

I am glad he's feeling better though.

...Your fortitude is respectable. [He says in response. After all, a boon from he and the Dark Devas seems to him like it would be a hard offer to turn down!

And then, the air warms as Tanaka reflects on the hamster's recovery.]

Even a fiend like me is glad for the passing of this event. You have my permission to go in peace.

[Just watch your step, Seiko, there's a snake slithering along the ground nearby, along with some other random small animals.]

...Thanks. [Oh look, a few more little bubbles, wonder if she's somewhat affected by hearing such things? Of course they quickly pop as she shakes herself out of the surprised stupor.]

[With nothing else to say, because really what do you follow that sort of line up with, Kimura moved to take her leave. However, she did have to stop midstep, foot hovering over the ground as she watched the snake slowly slither out of her path. Guess she was stuck until it moved out of range. Well, what else could one expect from the Ultimate Breeder? Inwardly she couldn't deny his skill, as with just about anyone else, the free range approach to all creatures might have turned several of the smaller animals into meals for the predators.]

[Somehow the creatures manage to coexist and survive. But the snake does slither by and soon her path is clear.]

Kehehe... Beware the serpents on your way out. [With that, he leaves it almost on a teasing note.]

[She considered just walking on once she was not as risk of trodding on anything. However, she did pause at the door. And while Kimura did not turn her head, her sincerity was clear.]

If you need other treatments in the future...let me know.

[With that, she let herself out, feeling a little lighter as she made her way back to her own abode.]

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