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[clockworkheals]

[Ah yes, the start of the new term. While somewhat exciting in its own way, it was also a bit chaotic. Especially with all the new students requiring help, other teachers needing a variety of books, and other things, Tsukiko was actually kept somewhat busy. It was a change of pace from the norm, where she'd normally be hunched over her desk with a book or her laptop and a steaming cup of tea.

She can be found meandering throughout the shelves, both collecting books that have been requested, offering to help find items, or simply just making sure everything is in its proper place. Busy as she is, she's pleased enough to help anyone who needs it. The library is a wonderful place.

Of course, it's not that difficult to mistake the librarian for a student, looking as young as she does.]

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[worldcup]

[ The library is a horrible place. Okay, that's a lie. It's true that Illya herself isn't too fond of the place - if only because all the books she needed tended to be on the top shelves.

... What a pain.

Disguntled, she goes up to the librarian, frowning. ]

Sensei, could you help me with something? I need to get a book, but it's too high up for me. [ Because Illya always needs to ask for help when it comes to these things. ]

[clockworkheals]

[Well, there are a number of stools and ladders around, but Tsukiko would really rather students not use them, lest they get hurt or cause any accidental damage to the library itself.

But she comes right over with a smile.]

Of course. Which one do you need?

[worldcup]

The one that talks about death, over there. [ She points up to the top; it's there because not much people like that subject.

But Illya's studying it for Very Good Reasons. ]

[clockworkheals]

[Tsukiko's smile starts to fade almost instantly. That's not a subject she's fond of. However, she nods and drags over a stool so she can get to it. She glances down at the other girl, clinging to the shelf for balance with her free hand.]

What interest might you have in....that particular topic?

[worldcup]

...

I want to know what happens, that's all. [ Does she really have to say it? Her voice sounds rather solemn as she says it, even as she smiles. ]

[clockworkheals]

I seeee....

[She doesn't sound thrilled. The librarian steps down and offers her the book.]

If that really is the case though, there are other books that tell of the various beliefs of what comes after death, if that is more what you are looking for.

[worldcup]

Is there any you can recommend?

[clockworkheals]

Well, I can't really say I recommend anything of the sort, but there are some informative volumes in the back if you'd like to borrow them.

[worldcup]

[ She's silent at first, feeling rather awkward. ]

Is that really okay?

[clockworkheals]

I suppose it would be a shame if I just allowed them to collect dust.

They're not exactly light reading, though.

[worldcup]

Don't worry. I'll be able to read them just fine.

[clockworkheals]

Alright. I'll be back in a few moments.

[She wanders off, and sure enough, it only takes a few minutes for her to return with a few rather old looking books.]

I trust you'll treat them properly.

[worldcup]

You don't need to worry about that at all. I have always taken care of the books at my home, and I will treat these in the same way.

[clockworkheals]

I'm glad to hear that.

Just bring them back to the desk when you're done.