Umm...

Here. Thanks for the sweets last month.

[Attached: A small white gift box filled with chocolates]

I hope that was all right.

It was fine, Ken

First my brother lands in the hospital, now Takeru is... I don't know. Even if he's back home, I seem to recall that he's not from one of the nicer variations of our universe.

I wouldn't mind some type of distraction right now.

Wormmon doesn't appear to be affected by this virus. That's... probably for the best.

Having hands would be nice, though.

Which would be better -- hands, or being able to evolve?

I see your point, Ken.

[Locked to Osamu and Hotaru]
I've been so busy, I've nearly forgot to post this...

[Locked to Osamu]
Happy Birthday, Onnisan!

//Attached: Framed Asukan calligraphy..

[Locked to Hotaru]

Happy birthday, Hotaru!

//Attached: Book of sheet music for violin.

I'll be all right. I promise. But I'm just going to go out for a walk. I'll be back -- don't worry. And Wormmon is with me.

Just want everyone to know, I'm pretty good at dealing with emotional problems. If anyone with the Virus needs any advice, just ask.

Or, really, anything. I'm bored since DATS canceled training, and there's only so many games I can play with Wormmon and my Unit. (I'm winning most of them -- anyone really good at chess or cards? I'd love a challenge.)

How would you all react to me joining DATS?

Originally, I stayed out to help Kou and Ryo, and because Wormmon hadn't reached Adult yet, but with both of them being more directly involved with DATS, and Wormmon able to go to Perfect now, I think I should be helping out.

Commander Daimon, Satsuma, Yushima, would that be all right?

Kou's post last week reminded me that it's been a year (more or less) since I came to my senses and realized what I was doing as Digimon Kaiser. And, a year since Wormmon died (and returned to me).

I do regret everything I did as the Kaiser, and especially everyone I hurt. But, what's past is past. I can't change it, only learn from it. And, I have. I learned what the power of darkness was, and that anyone can come back, as long as they want it.

With so many people being influenced by the Demon Kings here, or put under mind control, it's important to remember that.

I still can't believe what happened in Tetha. Wormmon finally made Perfect, and I was about this close to the leader of the invasion.

You were also pretty close to getting hurt, Ken. Several times. Next time, you should find somewhere safe.

I don't think there was anywhere in Tetha that was safe, Wormmon. I do see your point, though. I'll be more careful next time. (Or at least keep a parachute or wings or something in my D-Reader.) It's amazing how things have changed -- I can remember when I was feeling so helpless because Wormmon hadn't evolved yet.

I'm still not sure if I should be worried about what happened to all of my friends in DATS. It sounded pretty intense, but everyone survived. (Thank goodness.)

Daisuke, we really should catch up. (Forgot to ask -- did you find out if we really are from the same world? If we are, are my parents worried about me? You told them I was okay, and that Wormmon was looking out for me, right?)

Some people being frozen in place? Because it happened to three of my roommates and their partners.

Anyone want to help me move Ryo out of the kitchen, in case he gets hurt or something? I don't even know if he can get hurt like this. I think Oniisan and Aveline and their partners are fine where they are for now, though we probably should move Monodramon for space.

And the other shoe has dropped. Did everyone see Touma's announcement?

This is bad. I suppose it's not any worse than the Demon Seals, if you think about it, but at least those can be fought against. Here -- it's like no matter how strong you are, if you're caught, you'll be forced to fight against your friends.

It terrifies me. I hurt Wormmon and my parents enough as Digimon Kaiser; I don't want to think about what I'd do if Kurata caught me.

If anything happens to me, you guys have my permission to do what you have to. I never want to hurt people I care about again.

Aw, Ken, don't be so pessimistic.It's a bit scary

Sorry.

If Kou and Molly are joining DATS, maybe Wormmon and I should as well. We've only just reached Adult again, but every hand helps. Better than sitting around.

Happy Birthday, Takeru!

Things are a lot quieter now that the virus has died down.

Ryo's back. It makes things feel lighter than they did a couple of days ago.

So, thanks to the fallout with the apartment, I've been pretty busy recent. Did I miss anything important on the network while I was trying to get stuff arranged.

Also, I really think I need to find a job -- most people seem to be doing food stuff like waiting tables and cooking. Are there any other jobs open? I'm not that good with food -- I'm good about computers and math and stuff, though.

Any news from Ryo?

I know Kou has done some work on things, but I was thinking that those of us that are really good with computers should get together and see what we can do about the Seals. At least maybe something that can duplicate a Holy Ring but is harder to remove.

I used to be pretty good at hacking the Digital World, even though at that time I was also under the influence of all kinds of dark things. And we've got other people interested in the project.

(Strikes are unhackable.)

ETA: Okay, so maybe it wasn't a good idea. I just hope me saying it doesn't explain the crash I heard from below.

I don't know what to do.

I was trying to find the bright side in my past -- that I could help others. But... first Taichi and now Ryo. At least Taichi is doing well, and I could help with that. I should ahve noticed during the battle -- it took Molly to make me really think about it. And, it didn't do any good -- he still ran off.

Someone needs to go after Ryo, because he shouldn't be traveling alone. It should be me. Now that Wormmon is evolving again, Stingmon and I can cover a lot of ground from the lightposts. Even if Ryo isn't answering mail and stuff.

It's something at least.

Kou, Ryo... if we're going to be fighting, we need to strategize.

Also, what are DATS's plans for the invasion?

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I can't sleep -- I'm worried about the invasion.

The army that the Dark Area is building up, an should strike soon.  Koushirou, Ryo, are we going to do something?  If so, I should contact DATS so we can coordinate.  BEst to not step on anyone's toes, and I need to know what they are doing so I can come up with a plan?

Also are your Digimon ready for a fight?  I mean, I think they look well, but you two would be a better judge. 

I see all this stuff going on in Skuld and I want to help.  On the other hand, Wormmon still is stuck at Child-stage.  We'd be more of a burden than a help at this point.  No one else seems to have this problem -- I don't know why I do.  Even during the Riot, I wasn't able to do it.  I mean, Wormmon's never been past Adult without Daisuke and Vmon, but even Stingmon should be something he can get to.  I don't know if it's me or what. 

Then again, I haven't done much to justify Wormmon evolving.  Mostly I've sat around here.  Maybe I do need to do more.  But, to do something without a partner who can evolve would be stupid.  I'd just end up getting hurt, and having Kou and Ryou and Oniisan coming to rescue me. 

I don't know what to do.