@Destiny; video

[intertwinedfates]

[When the feed cuts on, it may not be clear who it is the camera is focused on, because instead of there just being regular old happy Yato, there's a raging god with dark wisps emanating from his entire being along with red sclera glaring angrily as he seethes. When he talks, his voice drips with venom, low and dangerous.]

Raidou's theory is being proven right - Hiyori got sucked into a rift as well. I'm going in after her, damn the consequences.

[Somebody may need to sit on him...]

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[the_fourteenth]

N-No, you-- I don't think any of us are a match for rifts. From what I've heard, it's so fast, before you can even think, it's over. Is what happened with Hiyori-san?

[His heart hurts for Yato right now. They all feel so helpless to watch their loved ones get taken. He hides it well, but hints of it can be heard in his voice.]

It's easy to blame yourself. But this is something bigger and more powerful than all of us. Which is why, together, we're going to get them back.

[intertwinedfates]

I-- Yeah, we were-- I-I mean... One moment there was nothing, and then it was there, quick as a flash, and she was falling in...

[It's that bit of compassion that's helping to keep him calm, keeping him from lashing out at everyone and everything, from just running off to try doing anything he can to get to Hiyori.]

R-Right... Although so far we don't seem to be having much luck... If this keeps up, there won't be enough of us to rescue those taken.

[the_fourteenth]

[Genuine compassion for a fellow Outsider, combined with his skills as a detective in keeping a victim calm and focused. He's been through this before. Even with his usual monotone and subtle expressions, his real concern is evident.]

If my theory is correct, then it is only a few. If I'm wrong, or Dante's theory is correct...

[That's much worse. And Raidou is one of the former top hitters from way back during their second-ever kaiju fight.]

We have some plans coming together. But this illness going around with the LILITH employees... It's hindering things.

[They're losing not only people to help research this, but the time needed to help take care of those who falling frighteningly ill.]

I won't stop working on it, though.

[intertwinedfates]

[That's one of the things that Yato likes about Raidou, his calm composure even when the situation is dire. Yet he never loses his empathy for those he deals with.]

Then let's hope your theory is right... We honestly can't afford to many more losses on our side, especially not with LILITH down for the count.

[He nods, gnawing at his lip with worry.]

There's so much going on at once, it's difficult to believe it's not all interconnected in some big plot by someone or something. If Eresh is behind this, then we'll struggle to subdue her without killing her, too.

[Running both hands over his face briefly, he sighs heavily before lifting his head.]

Don't wear yourself out, though, alright? If I have to behave rationally, so do you, too. [It's said with a smile, at least.]

[the_fourteenth]

[Raidou tries to smile back, a tough feat for him even on a good day.]

Thanks. Don't worry about me. I wouldn't be able to rest knowing they're out there anyway. Might as well put that energy to good use.

If anything else comes up, let me know. Anything that might help. Or if you-- just need anything.

[That's his way of offering a supportive ear to listen or shoulder to lean on.]

[intertwinedfates]

[It's still something Yato appreciates immensely given the circumstances.]

I suppose so... We just don't need you falling ill from exhaustion, either, though.

Will do. On both accounts. Thanks, Raidou. That really means a lot.

[He may take him up on that offer should the stress of the situation get to be too much for him to handle. But for now, he's holding strong.]