I awoke and could not smell the river. I was worried that something had happened and then I realized...I could not smell anything I had been able to before. I could barely even notice Venom was beside me if not for his touch.

And then I went outside...

It's really getting close, isn't it?

I can hardly believe it...I am to be married.

I...I want Kite to be up and about to see it.

...Hibou.

I am not amused.

As beautiful as he is, he cannot SPEAK! He cannot leave land to...

I will spend all my time in the water if I have to. I'm not leaving his side...

That was just ridiculous. I can't get the stains out of my uniform now!

I did not VOLUNTEER to be made a fool of and nearly scare the wits out of my friends and loved ones, you bafoonish owls!

-Ky arrives home and let's out a heavy sigh...though he still weakly smile. He sets down his badge and removes his coat and shoulder holster, placing them in the closet while loosening his tie. The detective has returned to his family tired, hungry, and want for the affections of his loved ones-

Honey? Popuri? I'm home...

...I need a brush. I feel the need to take advantage of this while I can. My hair just becomes a mess at any length beyond normal.

Venom dear, perhaps we can use this to your advantage? I know the ins and out of a Sekishidan uniform by heart. Now that I'm in your body, perhaps I can modify my old one for you while we can.

...I cannot do much...My spells and magic are still sealed away...

But...

I offer my commandership to those who are standing against them.

...Well, when I suppose this is par the course by now. I shall be hunting if anyone needs me...though I'm not certain I can feed Venom like this...

Something hasn't seemed right lately. Beyond the fact that we are spared this week and that those of less than honorable intentions have been oddly quiet.

Venom...where are you?

...It felt almost good being in that positon again. To protect something dear.

It taught me that I don't need my magic or Fuuraiken to be what I have always been...a protector. A defender of justice. It was uplifting, really.

Venom, you musn't move until those injuries heal. It's my turn to take care of you.