It was roughly around noon within the city of Rose Garden, sunlight reflecting brightly against pretty much every building. However, this story didn't start in the currently sun-ravaged town, but rather the sanctuary of one of many shops lining its street. 'Rose Pet And Supplies' was a place many people within Black Rose knew about and Jiyu knew she was not the only one who frequented the store, as pets were rather common within the guild. Plus? Some member's of the guild were animals, demonic or otherwise, themselves and thus required personal care supplies that were not provided in normal stores meant for humans, so it was a useful place. Jiyu herself was one of the 'special' members born with a demonic canine for her mother half of her was dog and as time had gone on that canine half had had only invaded the rest of her, to the point there was no sense in calling her anything near human even if she walked around looking like one most of the time. Being canine had a very exact set of problems that came with it especially living the way she did, rather it was flea's, fur holding sweat and dirt better than hair, fur requiring a different brush then hair, the risk of worms, being unable to use most medications created for humans, Jiyu had to frequent this store for her own health not to mention Makoto and Frostine.
Today the Ace was lucky to not be venturing into the store for anything like flea shampoo or heartworm medicine which was disgusting. On this day, it was a very casual trip for things like restocking her special dog shampoo, getting some special treats and such, she'd never claim she hadn't just grabbed another squeaky toy and chewy toy for herself. With her shopping mostly finished she headed towards the counter to check out so she could head back for the day. It was on the way towards the front when her sensitive hearing caught the old shopkeep arguing with someone again, from the sounds of it someone had come up a bit short again, she was not too concerned at first. Of course, the nonchalant way in which she regarded what she had heard near instantly changed when she noticed it was one of Black Rose standing at his counter. "Hey old man." her voice broke through his ranting about young people having no responsibility or something or the like, the worn gaze of the man rising to meet her and seeming to become a bit happier. Clearly, considering how good they were for business when he recognized one of the towns local guild, the shopkeeper was very happy to see them. "Just put whatever he's getting on me. You already know I'm beyond good for it, and you should keep in mind for the future, he's also part of Black Rose." she spoke as she set her items down beside whatever items he may have had on the counter. Once she had said her peace? The old man was swift to finish checking them out. "This one's on the house Jiyu." after the keep handed over her bagged items, he also handed her a large rawhide bone from behind the counter, earning what seemed like a thankful giggle from the woman.
"Come on kid, we should be getting back and don't worry about paying me back." the blue haired mage smiled slightly as she walked passed him walking out of the building.
Today the Ace was lucky to not be venturing into the store for anything like flea shampoo or heartworm medicine which was disgusting. On this day, it was a very casual trip for things like restocking her special dog shampoo, getting some special treats and such, she'd never claim she hadn't just grabbed another squeaky toy and chewy toy for herself. With her shopping mostly finished she headed towards the counter to check out so she could head back for the day. It was on the way towards the front when her sensitive hearing caught the old shopkeep arguing with someone again, from the sounds of it someone had come up a bit short again, she was not too concerned at first. Of course, the nonchalant way in which she regarded what she had heard near instantly changed when she noticed it was one of Black Rose standing at his counter. "Hey old man." her voice broke through his ranting about young people having no responsibility or something or the like, the worn gaze of the man rising to meet her and seeming to become a bit happier. Clearly, considering how good they were for business when he recognized one of the towns local guild, the shopkeeper was very happy to see them. "Just put whatever he's getting on me. You already know I'm beyond good for it, and you should keep in mind for the future, he's also part of Black Rose." she spoke as she set her items down beside whatever items he may have had on the counter. Once she had said her peace? The old man was swift to finish checking them out. "This one's on the house Jiyu." after the keep handed over her bagged items, he also handed her a large rawhide bone from behind the counter, earning what seemed like a thankful giggle from the woman.
"Come on kid, we should be getting back and don't worry about paying me back." the blue haired mage smiled slightly as she walked passed him walking out of the building.
