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[Riku would not be the friend that he is if he let Sora off the hook for embarrassing attempts to get him a girlfriend. No, if Sora's gonna play that game, then it's only natural for Riku to follow suit, which is why he's addressing the network today.]

Hey, Johto. Kanto. Have I got some news for you.

[Riku grins wildly as he reaches behind his back and holds up a photo for all to see:]

See this guy? Dorky grin, messy hair, looks kind of like a goofball? Well, that's because he is, but that's not the point. No, the point is, he's feeling kind of down in the dumps. A bit lonely. Guy spends all his time glued to my hip, but deep down, he wants nothing more than to serenade someone special into the night, and--

[He has to stop himself because... man is he having trouble taking this seriously, but darn it. Sora needs a taste of his own medicine.

Right, after catching his breath, Riku continues.]

The point is, he's looking for a date. Or maybe a handful. Maybe even something longterm. Sora's a complete sap, making friends with everyone he meets, always wearing the same stupid smile, and, to be fair, he's probably the best friend a guy could ask for. But there is one little road bump: he actually believes in Santa Claus.

Which brings me to point two. See, I noticed a ton of people vouching for him, but I know there's gotta be at least some of you smart enough to admit Santa's made up. Even if you're not into bets, here's some incentive: speak up, and there's a chance you might get to see Sora belt out cheesy Christmas songs. Trust me, you'll get a good laugh.

[Well, Twilight suggested bringing it up. Whether or not it works remains to be seen.]

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[He saw yesterday's post, and then today's... Peculiar. But it does make him wonder...]

...Is this a functional method of acquiring a Christmas date?

I doubt it. Mostly, I'm doing this to give Sora a little taste of his own medicine.

Ah... so you're the unfortunate target of that previous message.

Yep. I mean, he's got good intentions, I guess, but did he really have to tell the whole network?

Apparently so. However, copying the negative behavior isn't quite the... best behavior to accomplish your goal.

Oh, c'mon. It's just some light teasing.

[He waves his hand, brushing off the whole idea of it being 'negative'.]

The worst that could happen is people laugh, say no, or just ignore the whole thing in the first place.

[SRSfais Masato is frowning.]

This is true. I wouldn't be surprised if someone did take interest, though.

[Blinking, Riku leans slightly closer to the camera.]

Wait. Did I hear that right?

[Because, honestly, he's still doubtful either one of them will land a catch.]

Is it so surprising?

[He's seen some weeeird stuff here.]

Well, it's just, it seems too good to be true, you know? Why would someone want to date a person they don't really know?

I'm out of options.

In terms of... finding dates, or advertisements?

Just finding someone for Riku to spend time with that's not me.

...Why not just ask his friends to spend more time with him?

It's not exactly the same...

So you're purposefully trying to find him a significant other?

[This sounds painfully similar to something he's familiar with...]

I'm not sure it would work as well in that case.

Why not?

Well, for starters: both of these were way too straight-forward. Are you certain anyone who responds will be his 'type'? And if he's not willing or prepared to date, he may not enjoy himself, and the lucky individual chosen won't have a pleasant evening either.

It wouldn't be that bad, though...

Perhaps not... It may depend on the individual. Perhaps you'll both find someone as a result of your... helpfulness.

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