Best served Cold

[blink]

Here on Stetson Island Blink gets off his wavering boat, the sea today has been quite rugged and violent. He looks up to the sky noticing the clouds were getting grey and heavy, he needed a place to stay, he was very hungry too. But he did not have any money. Blink wandered further into the island looking for shelter. He spots a town in the horizon, hastily he runs over there as fast as he could. The stones and rough surface of the grass pounding off the soles of Blink's shoes wasn't pleasing in the slightest, but he had to persevere on. Suddenly the skies roared a mighty boom and rain fell. The rain was heavy and thick, it caused the soil to become wet and sticky, and it became extremely difficult for Blink to wade through these horrible conditions. After 10 minutes of constant working Blink finally arrived at the town's entrance. The sign called this town was called “Fonda ".

Blink entered the cold damp town, he was clutching onto his blade very nonchalantly. The townsfolk seem to be giving him quite negative looks. Blink ignored this and saw a stable where he could stay to avoid the rain. Blink was tired and wiry; he decided that when he awoke he shall devise a plan to gain money and food. He gathers up a few large handfuls of hay in the stable and places them in a large pile. This fashions a crude but manageable bed for Blink to rest, He lies down on his back and stares out the entrance of the stable. His eyes began to become heavy and started to close more repeatedly, eventually Blink's eyes stopped flickering and stayed close. He was now fast asleep.

[RK]

The rain was just picking up, hitting the roof of the tavern. The constant tapping was enough to drive any man batty. Akira, taking a break from his usual life of fun and "adventure". Decided to stop on the cozy little Stetson island. An island that while calm, still like any other, had a criminal underworld, one that just so happened to have screwed Akira over, not long ago.

Approximately 2 days prior:

Akira had just made his first steps on Stetson Island. Akira walked along the port docks of the local town, in hopes of finding a way to make a quick buck. Akira didn't look like the type of person to get involved with "unruly" people, but money was money. Akira thought the first place that would hold such people would be some sort of Tavern, maybe even a gambling house. Looking around he noticed a small building titled "The Laughing Shoe". The name was rather funny to Akira the moment saw it but proceeded anyway. Inside all he could hear was the sounds of laughter and shouts. He saw men and women, none of which too friendly looking. He smelled liquor and smoke. He wanted to leave but was stopped by a tall, savvy looking gentlemen. The man was wearing a suit, and had his hair gelled back. Akira was led to a table, with two other men and a woman. After a lengthy conversation about making money, and a few introductions, Akira was told to meet them back at the bar with a special flower and he would get a good lump of Beri. The act of obtaining the flower however was easier said than done. Akira was also told this flower had powerful medical capabilities. Akira then set off to find the flower. It is said to be located deep in the fields, about a days journey. After returning with the flower in hand, Akira was tricked, and Kicked out of the bar, hearing only the sounds of laughter.

"I guess i know why they call it the laughing shoe..."

[blink]

Blink's eyes opened to a quaint surreal environment, what were just earlier grey skies and heavy rainfall was now transformed into a luscious paradise. The town of "Fonda" was bright and blooming, the sky was a rich blue and clouds floated there dotted all over the atmosphere, it's as if they were dancing in the wind. Blink grabbed his small sack and opened it with a great fear and shock, he had no more money. Blink quickly left the stable and began walking into town. The townsfolk looked scared and demoralized as if there was some sort of evil grip which was bestowed upon the people. But he wasn't too interested in that problem; right now he needed to make money. Blink searched high and low, up and down but he couldn't find anywhere, until...

Blink saw for a way to make money he happens to stumble upon a sign reading "Collectors Wanted: Big Pay ". Blink's face lit up with delight and he entered the building. The building was called "The Laughing Shoe". Only then did Blink know of the mess he has gotten himself into; for he was now confronted by a tall man wearing a suit with slicked back hair...