Ned
A moderately sized inn in Kazumaki, located in a obsecure corner of the city. Few of the people or travelers who has visited this inn has spoken a thing or two about a bar that it is jointed beside the inn, that is only open in the silent midnight of the city...
Robin
**The dawn was set on the midnight dark of the city. No one was around at that time, all lights were turned off except the well-lit street lamps. A few people wandered through the quiet streets. Alfred was among them. He wasn't familiar with the city, knowing only the inn where he had once stayed with his crew and the port where their ship had docked.

Alfred stumbled along the sidewalk, finding himself in an unfamiliar yet vaguely familiar part of the city. This area was darker, with only a few lanterns casting light, and it was sparsely populated. As the night wind echoed through the silent streets, Alfred felt a strange sense of déjà vu but no real connection to the place. He continued onward, searching for something recognizable.

He soon spotted an inn that sparked a memory, but next to it was a jointed bar in which he didn't recall. He walked past the inn, peering inside through the window, and then stopped in front of the bar. Uncertain of his purpose for entering, Alfred hesitated. He was tired from his wandering and felt he deserved a break. He lightly knocked on the door, nervous about what awaited inside.**
Evelyn
*A sound of footsteps could be heard from inside, a quiet steps as quiet as a person walking through the clouds.*

*As the door opens, a blue haired rabbit folk would open up the door open wide before seeing a old man in front of her*

"Evening, what can I help you with today..." *She briefly shut her mouth, observing the old man in front of her from head to torso then look at him again to say,* "Mister?"
Robin
**Alfred was momentarily distracted by the sight of ships rolling across the sea, which intrigued him. When he heard the quiet footsteps coming from inside the bar, he turned back to face the door, waiting patiently despite his nervousness.**

**As the door creaked open, Alfred caught a glimpse of the person inside. When the door fully opened, he was surprised to see a blue-haired rabbit girl standing before him. He hadn't expected to encounter a hybrid race, but he quickly composed himself, brushing off his clothes slightly with his hand. As the blue-haired bunny girl spoke, Alfred responded politely with,**

"Evening to you too, ma'am," **He said elegantly, bowing slightly before standing formally.** "May I rest here for a while or perhaps get a few drinks?"
Evelyn
"Oh, what a gentlemen!" *She step aside, letting the old man in to the bar* "Sure, come right in, make yourself comfortable!" *She says in a warm and welcoming tone, letting the old man know that there is nothing to worry about inside.

After the old man has come in she then gone to the back of the counter and put both of her hand on table,* "So what kind of drink do you want... In this serene midnight of this city?"
Robin
"Thank you, ma'am," **Alfred responded politely, nodding slightly as he entered the bar. The atmosphere was unfamiliar to him, yet comforting. He looked around, noting the tables and seats prepared for patrons, and saw a few people bantering and drinking, their conversations echoing softly in the cozy space.

Alfred was intrigued by the bar's operation and its intent to create a warm, inviting environment. The relatively small number of patrons suggested a preference for comfort over crowding. Despite some tables having leftover glasses and a few spots with spilled drinks, it didn't bother Alfred. The serene midnight, coupled with the well-lit ambiance, enhanced the bar's charm.

Finding a seat near the counter, Alfred settled in. When the blue-haired rabbit girl asked what he would like to drink, he responded with elegance,** "Do you have some sort of rum here? It is what I usually drink. If not, beer can be an option too." **He rested both arms on the counter, awaiting her response.**
Evelyn
"Beer it is then!" *She replied, grabbing a glass mug, before putting the mug below the tap,* "Usually we have rum in these hours, but lately the deliveries of those are getting cut by some gang of misfits."

*As the cold pint slowly filled the mug to the brim, she closed the tap and carefully bring the mug of beer onto the gentleman's counter.*

"Even the ol' Black Water are facing the same problem." *She then wipe her hands with a clean cloth thoroughly.*
Robin
"Alright then." **Alfred's disappointment flickered briefly across his features at the absence of rum. His fingers drummed a soft rhythm against the worn wooden counter, a habitual gesture of his unease.**

**The blue-haired bunny girl deftly reached for a glass mug. Alfred's gaze followed her slender fingers as they delicately positioned the mug beneath the tap. The soft glow of the tavern's lanterns cast shifting shadows across the bar. As she filled the mug with beer, the liquid shimmered in the dim light, a golden cascade against the glass.**

**In a voice as sweet as honey, the girl explained the absence of rum, her words carrying a hint of apology. Alfred's eyes softened with understanding; he knew all too well of piracy being centered around in Kazumaki. Yet, the mention of the mysterious gang of misfit lingers around his mind.**

"Ah, I see." **Alfred's voice, smooth as silk, held a tinge of intrigue as he inclined his head in acknowledgment.**

**With practiced grace, the girl set the filled mug before him, the frothy liquid filled to the edge of the brim. Alfred's fingers brushed against the cool glass, a silent gesture of gratitude as he lifted the mug to his lips.**

"Thank you very much, ma'am." **Alfred's words were accompanied by a gracious smile, his eyes crinkling at the corners with genuine appreciation.**

**As the first sip of beer touched his lips, Alfred savored the familiar taste, a bittersweet reminder of distant shores and forgotten memories. The warmth of the tavern enveloped him like a comforting embrace, the low murmur of conversation and the gentle clink of glasses forming the backdrop to his thoughts.**

**But when the girl mentioned "Black Water," Alfred's curiosity was piqued. His gaze met hers, a silent question lingering in the air as he sought answers to the mysterious "Black Water." He then asked her,**

"Black Water? May I know what that is?" **Alfred's tone was laced with intrigue and curiousity.**
Evelyn
*She shows a sign of atonishment through her twitches in her right rabbit ears, lightly shocked that the man is actually doesn't know about that place.*

*She procces the small newfound info for a second before blinking like she was awoken by a snap of a hand.*

"Oh, you are new around here I see!" *She momentarily fix her round glasses by pushing the glasses's bridge in.* "It is the main hot shot of this city, almost every Kazu-folks knows it! Its usually filled with marines, sailor and ready-to-hire pirates. Though it is not the best place for a first timer." *She explain it while neatly fold the cleaning cloth in front of her, then putting her hand on the counter.*

*She then looks at the gentleman attire to guess where he came from, but it didn't ring any bells after the careful brief observation,* "Soo... Tell me a little about yourself! Did you serve in a... Kind of army or something?" *She then ask the old man with a warm, soft tone.*
Robin
**Alfred, after hearing the blue-haired bunny girl speak about Black Water, felt a mix of intrigue and mild interest. The place where people could hire professional marines, sailors, or even pirates for personal gain or other businesses was unique in his mind. Most of the time, it was mercenaries who did these kinds of jobs, but it seemed to be different in Kazumaki. The thought of such a hotspot was rare to see in any nation or kingdom. Alfred nodded slightly, resting his elbow on the table corner and tapping his chin thoughtfully.**

"Interesting place. I've never heard of it until now." **Alfred's curiosity was piqued, and his interest spiked even more after hearing about Black Water.**

**When the blue-haired bunny girl asked Alfred a little about himself, he was quietly surprised but shrugged it off with a light, quiet laugh. He put both of his arms on the counter and gazed at her for a moment. Taking a deep breath, he replied to her question, though anxiety began to creep into his mind.**

"Well, uhm... How do I say this..." **Alfred's voice wavered, and he stuttered slightly, a clear sign of his nervousness. The memories of his past began to resurface, unwanted and vivid.** "I used to be part of the Kahlo Navy for 28 years before retiring at 46 when I had a fatal and major injury that forced me to retire."

**His hand trembled slightly as he spoke, the weight of his past battles pressing down on him. The sounds of cannons, the screams of comrades, and the smell of burning ships filled his mind, causing his chest to tighten. He took another deep breath, trying to steady himself.**

"It was... A difficult time," **He continued, his voice softer now, almost as if he was speaking more to himself than to her.** "But I did what I had to do. I reached the rank of Rear Admiral before the injury."

**He forced a small, tight-lipped smile, hoping to hide the anxiety that threatened to overwhelm him. The room felt slightly smaller, and he focused on the present, trying to push the haunting memories back into the recesses of his mind.**

"And what about you?" **He asked, attempting to shift the focus away from his own past, his voice regaining a semblance of steadiness.**
Evelyn
"I see..." *She then lower her head, taking the moment of silence and let the comfortable atmosphere of the bar sooth the traumatized man of honor.*

*As the moment of silence finish, she then answer the question the man ask.* "Me? I am a foreigner who has gain citizenship here!" *She softly smiled and giggles,* "Gosh, the procces was a bit... Bothersome, but atleast its worth it!" *She laughs it out.*

"But..." *She took of her glasses and look at the moon outside, through a window oppisite from their position. It was shining blue, as shiny as a diamond sparkling its light in a moonlit pond,* "I kind off miss being back in my homeland... I'd probably plan to get back there if the civil war over there has come to a stop..." *Her blue azure eyes shows her longing to be back in her homeland, the blue moon reflected on her eyes.*

*She then took a deep sigh as she put back her round glasses, looking back at the man in front of her,* "That's probably everything I can say about my self..."
Robin
**Alfred nodded slightly as he listened to the blue-haired bunny girl's story about how she arrived in Kazumaki City. Her tale was fascinating, yet the mention of the civil war in her homeland added a layer of sadness. Alfred empathized with her sorrow, understanding the pain of being unable to return to one's homeland.**

"I'm sorry to hear that, ma'am..." **Alfred's voice was calmer now, though a trace of anxiety lingered. His own experiences made him acutely sensitive to tales of conflict and loss.**

**He lifted his mug, still half-full of beer, and took a long drink, almost finishing it but stopping midway. As he set the mug down gently on the counter, a question formed in his mind, fueled by his curiosity and his own history with warfare.**

"What caused this civil war? What happened beforehand?" **Alfred's voice held a steady curiosity, though the underlying tension was still present. He couldn't help but wonder about the factors that led to such a strife, imagining political and leadership issues as likely culprits.**

**He leaned forward slightly, his eyes meeting hers, genuinely interested in hearing her story. Despite his own internal struggles, his empathy and concern for others remained strong. The tavern's warm, dim light flickered softly around them, casting gentle shadow around the place.**
Evelyn
"Honestly? I don't know..." *She scratch her head on the back, probably assuming why did her homaland had a civil war,* "If I had to assume, it is probably the northern region's Monarch had to do something with it..."

*Her hand moves over to her side of her neck feeling a bit disgusted, then she mumbles to herself* "Tch... Those [Foreign Slur]... Shits could've gone as the Eastern Isle planned if those [Foreign Slur] didn't hire a fucking assassin..." *A sudden change of personality, one that have seen something behind the screen.* 

"Ahem!" *She then cough, snapping back to her original expression,* "But allas, an assumption is still an assumptiom, I have no solid conclusion if ordinary people like me can't see the wider perspective!"
Malika
Im not okay
I will respond quite late because i have an exam tomorrow
Robin
**Alfred was a bit shocked, his eyes widening at the sudden shift from her calm persona to an aggressive outburst. He caught the mumbled things that she was rambling but doesn't know it but he might recognize it as likely a derogatory term in her language. He didn't expect the girl to have such a sailor's mouth, but he understood her anger. Losing one's homeland to outsiders or those ignorant of its true nature could fuel such intense emotions.**

"There seems to be a lot of complexity behind the situation, which I understand might lead to sudden changes in emotions." **Alfred spoke in a polite manner, trying to acknowledge her feelings without delving too deeply into the sensitive topic.**

**His own heart pounded a bit faster, the intensity of her reaction stirring his own buried anxieties. He took another steadying breath, attempting to keep his own memories at bay as he continued the conversation.**
Evelyn
"But hey, everything that happen there will surely stay there!" *She then turn around, reach for an empty glass mug that is considerably smaller than his and pour down the beer from the tap for herself.*

"And like that, the past will always stay in the past," *She then put down her mug of beer beside her, lean her body foward onto the front, elbows on the counter,* "No matter if its taxidermied into a text or forgotten, swept by the sands of a ever-spinning hourglass..." *A simple wise word from this rabbit folk's mouth, before speaking a proverb from her homeland,* 

***"One's route is a porilous one and for that, it will shape one's image by one's steps of course..."***

"It means, the path of life of oneself, is dictated by the action of self..." *She sigh a little from her mouth, taking a breath before continuing,* "You could say that my action is by leaving my homeland and its problems behind, my life ahead will not be interrupted by it and my path foward will lead me to a better life, even if there are more roadblock ahead of time that I must pass over."

*She then reach for her mug of beer beside her then drag it close to her,* "The name's Mika by the way, how about a little cheer to break the ice inside of us, eh?" *She the lightly lift her mug beside her, with an inviting smile that anyone cannot turn down.*
Robin
**Alfred listened intently as the blue-haired bunny girl spoke, her words filled with a mixture of resignation and hope. Her insight resonated with him deeply. When she turned to pour herself a mug of beer, he observed her with a quiet admiration. Her ability to find wisdom and strength in the face of such hardship was inspiring.

Alfred smiled slightly hearing her words of wisdom which made him felt a sense of camaraderie with Mika. He lifted his own mug and clinked it gently against hers.**

"A cheer sounds like a fine idea, Mika," **He said, his voice warm.** "My name's Alfred, and I must say, your perspective is quite refreshing."

**He took a sip of his beer, the weight of his own past momentarily lightened by the shared moment of understanding and hope. The clink of their mugs and the shared drink felt like a small but significant step toward easing the burdens they both carried.**
Evelyn
"Glad to hear that, Mr. Alfred!" *She then sips her beer at the same time, almost in a sync after Alfred clinked her beers.* "Years of serving beside a very kind Duke back home can make a mouth speak wisefuly." *She took another sip from her beer as she reminisce her happiest memories.*

*As she reminisce her past, she unknowingly chug her mug of beer down her throat,* "Hic... Oops, guess I had dwelled into my... Past a bit too deep.. Hic..." *She than straighten up her body, a bit hunched, right hand on the counter while the other hand grabs the cleaning cloth to wipe her mouth.*