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"O-oh uh," Akiko stammered as Henry left. Her face became pensive for a moment as she stifled a sigh. She turned to Devon and Evangeline with a small smile.

"I guess that's uh, that's my excuse- I mean my uh cue to go as well. Can't go talking to spirits in this," Akiko said with a laugh as she indicated her bright pajamas. "It's very nice to meet you Evangeline. That was a smooth line, by the way. Might borrow it. Devon, I'll see you on the beach. "

Akiko began to walk away but she stopped, turning to them. She opened her mouth and looked like she was about to say something but looked conflicted. She turned but called out, "Don't be late!" before leaving.

~*~

Spookmeister meowed as Akiko slid the helmet on. She smiled and bent down to pet him before going to check if he was set before leaving. He watched her carefully, her hands slightly shaking as she reached down to check the water. The lanterns on her belt ringing softly.

~*~

"Henry," Shinigami said as her feet landed upon the sand, her suit it in its gray, base form. She had flown there, invisible, since she felt the car would take too long for the time she took to prepare. It had hardly made a difference however. Her eyes weren't glowing yet either. Akiko was hesitant to use her power until they were ready and also showed herself as soon as she landed, not wanting to use it a second longer than necessary. She exhaled and could feel her breath get colder. "I..."

Again, Akiko found herself struggling to warn Henry as she had with Devon earlier. This shouldn't be strenuous... It's fine. Is it?

"I hope you have a plan in mind on what to ask these ghosts if they cooperate. I'd rather not be late to a funeral," Shinigami finished in her cheery voice as she looked around the beach. "I don't think it falls under the 'fashionably late' excuse."