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Kurumi – That's enough for now, M A S T E R~ It's a pleasure to be your new doll~
Allen stared silently at the girl standing before him. Her eyes—one crimson red, the other a clock spinning in reverse—seemed to pierce through his soul. Kurumi Tokisaki… the most dangerous Spirit.
Jalter raised an eyebrow, visibly irritated.
"Tch… Another girl calling herself his 'doll'? As if we didn't have enough already."
2B folded her arms, standing beside Allen.
"She's dangerous. More so than the others we've dealt with. I can tell just by looking at her."
Allen sighed, rubbing the back of his neck.
"Yeah… but she already knows the rules. And she's not here to start a war—yet."
Kurumi giggled, walking slowly toward Allen.
"Ufufu~ Don't be so tense, everyone. I behave... when I want to. Besides, I've already pledged myself. You should feel honored."
"More like cursed…" muttered Jalter under her breath, glaring daggers at Kurumi.
Kurumi tilted her head and smiled sweetly.
"Oh, don't worry, Jeanne-chan. I don't bite unless someone makes me."
Jalter cracked her knuckles.
"Try it. Just once."
Before things could escalate, Allen raised a hand.
"Enough. Kurumi, you'll get your turn eventually. But for now, keep a low profile. We don't need more chaos—at least not this week."
Kurumi bowed playfully.
"As you wish, Master~ I'll be a good girl. For now…"
As she stepped aside, Allen let out a long breath. Things were getting out of hand fast. He wasn't sure how long he could keep everything balanced.
He glanced at 2B and Jalter.
"I need coffee… and a nap… or a vacation… or all three."
Jalter smirked.
"You're not getting any of that."
2B nodded.
"There's a dimensional breach scheduled for tomorrow. You'll need to rest tonight. And no sneaking off to watch movies."
Kurumi raised a hand like a student.
"Oooh~ can I come too? I promise I won't accidentally murder anyone."
Allen looked at her blankly.
"That's not very reassuring."
Kurumi grinned.
"I know~"
A/N: A second doll.... no one expected it 🗿