Beauty & The Beasts (Twisted Wonderland x Reader)

Gamer Bros...? -104-

Who's your favorite Genshin Impact character? I love Keaya and Thoma but have a giant girl crush on Jean and don't know why.😳

Taking a deep breath, Idia finally opened the door to the conference room and stepped in, several pairs of eyes immediately closing in on his form. "Ah, I see the acting director and his aide have finally decided to grace us with their presence. Would you be here to offer some words of gratitude to the subjects who completed your entire slate of tests?" Vil drew out bitterly from his seat.

Lounging in the chair next to him, Leona glared at the fire haired man. "Hey, Radish Sprout. What's up with all this canned food and powdered junk? They make the cheap steaks at the school cafeteria look like five-star restaurant fare." He growled in annoyance.

"Agreed," Jamil said with a short nod, "Nutritionally speaking it's fine, but I can't eat foods with such unconsidered flavor and texture. Oh, but if this is traditional Island of Woe cuisine, then I do apologize for my discourtesy." He added on quickly. (Only half caring though).

There was a sudden loud bang from where Riddle was as he had stood up and slammed his hands onto the table, glowering at acting director with a fired look. "IDIA! I demand you supply me with tea this instant! Rule 339 states... 'The post-meal beverage is to be lemon tea with two sugar cubes.' I know we're not on campus, but as Heartslabyul housewarden, it falls to me to uphold the rules wherever I can." He reasoned angrily.

Following the trend of complaints, Azul raised him hand with a stoic look. "Idia. I know better than to ask for unfettered internet access, but at least let me read the morning and evening papers. Preferably one that focuses on world and economic news. I need to stay on top of my investments." The octopus said in a serious tone.

Idia dramatically groaned and gestured a lazy talking motion with his hand. "Yap, yap, yap... What is this, a zoo? You guys are forgetting the chain of command here. I really wish I didn't have to keep spelling it out, but... I'M THE BOSS!" He reprimanded with intense eyes.

The explanation didn't sway the kidnapped folks. "In that case, I have some choice words for "the boss!" Vil said with a quotation mark gesture and challenging look. "Isn't it YOUR JOB to make sure we're treated adequately after you dragged us here by force? If I might quote Styx's core mission... You ensure our "magical lives are safe to explore." And we're all contributing our data to your efforts for free. I think we're entitled to a reward." The blonde argued.

The eldest Shroud stared at him with a blank expression. "Do you all realize you overblotted and caused serious problems for everyone around you?" He said bluntly.

Vil rolled his eyes. "Certainly. But I never caused any trouble for YOU." The male rebutted quickly. "Some people just like playing the victim and lording it over the offender," Leona mumbled lowly, "even when it didn't impact 'em at all."

Idia's eye twitched in exasperation. The NERVE of these guys. "Uh, excuse me... You overblotting has majorly impacted me. Again—I didn't ask to do this," he grumbled angrily to himself, "Now I'm way behind on my favorite character's event, and all my consecutive login bonuses are shot... I've got a bone to pick with ALL you epic troublemakers. Why did both my parents have to step out now, of all times?" The male groaned while running his fingers through his flaming hair.

"Maybe they thought the subjects would be more at ease, since you all know each other." Ortho offered in a whisper. "Anyone with two brain cells could figure out that it's infinitely harder BECAUSE we know each other," Idia groaned in response, "Classic Mom and Dad, always prioritizing efficiency over people's feelings. Their travel logs show they're headed to the Land of Dawning to investigate things further. Probably to question the headmage. Y'know, since he's the one in charge of the school with all the troublemakers. If they needed my help, they could've at least given me THAT job instead." He complained.