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GRAVEYARD
THE MUSEUM
So, you’ve met your end and regardless of your beliefs, the expectation is that is where things end. Rebirth. Damnation. Salvation. A simple black screen… None of those things happen; how (un)fortunate for you. How jarring it must be to have your last moments not be your final moments. On the bright side, all the injuries you’ve sustained are no longer present. You’re as good as new!
Now, whether you’ve met your end violently, peacefully, or something between the two, you’ll find yourself sat in front of a sprawling behemoth of a wall tastefully covered from floor to ceiling (where is the ceiling?) with various objects on display. All of them carefully and neatly framed or kept safe within a box attached to the wall. Not only that, but there are cages hanging from the “ceiling” that contain even more objects for viewing. However, other than the walls, the hanging cages, and the bench—there is no padding on the bench; only a cold, hard surface that does not give—you find yourself sitting on, the rest of this room is completely empty.
At least, after giving a survey of the area, it will be obvious that it isn’t an enclosed space. There is an opening to a hallway—hopefully. Only one way to find out. Spoilers, there are many, many, many other rooms that make up this place.
Oh, but just what is all out on display?
Well, it varies and depends on who is looking. The hanging cages contain skeletons of creatures from home. Whose home? Your home. It’s the same story for everything that has been framed. They’re all images, items, objects—things—from home. Your home. Fortunately, not everything is familiar as unfamiliar items are included in equal parts. How did they all get here? What are they all doing here?
Have you considered the similarities between a museum and a graveyard? Both are places where the living go to marvel at the dead.
Now, whether you’ve met your end violently, peacefully, or something between the two, you’ll find yourself sat in front of a sprawling behemoth of a wall tastefully covered from floor to ceiling (where is the ceiling?) with various objects on display. All of them carefully and neatly framed or kept safe within a box attached to the wall. Not only that, but there are cages hanging from the “ceiling” that contain even more objects for viewing. However, other than the walls, the hanging cages, and the bench—there is no padding on the bench; only a cold, hard surface that does not give—you find yourself sitting on, the rest of this room is completely empty.
At least, after giving a survey of the area, it will be obvious that it isn’t an enclosed space. There is an opening to a hallway—hopefully. Only one way to find out. Spoilers, there are many, many, many other rooms that make up this place.
Oh, but just what is all out on display?
Well, it varies and depends on who is looking. The hanging cages contain skeletons of creatures from home. Whose home? Your home. It’s the same story for everything that has been framed. They’re all images, items, objects—things—from home. Your home. Fortunately, not everything is familiar as unfamiliar items are included in equal parts. How did they all get here? What are they all doing here?
Have you considered the similarities between a museum and a graveyard? Both are places where the living go to marvel at the dead.
EXHIBIT #04 - COMFORT
Likely the first room that you’ll come across after moving from the initial room. This room feels just as grand and just as empty as that room, but at least the walls aren’t covered in things from (your) home. 
Instead, there will be surfaces to claim, if you wish. Beds, sofas, couches, chaises lounge, bean bags, you name it—if someone could consider it comfortable then it will be present in all shapes, sizes, and variations. The only real catch is that each surface will be displayed individually and cannot be moved. Obviously.
Against one of the walls is a very small plaque that reads:
[ FOR DISPLAY ONLY – DO NOT TOUCH ]
Oops.
Instead, there will be surfaces to claim, if you wish. Beds, sofas, couches, chaises lounge, bean bags, you name it—if someone could consider it comfortable then it will be present in all shapes, sizes, and variations. The only real catch is that each surface will be displayed individually and cannot be moved. Obviously.
Against one of the walls is a very small plaque that reads:
[ FOR DISPLAY ONLY – DO NOT TOUCH ]
Oops.
EXHIBIT #09 - VIEWING
What’s a museum without some sort of media installation, hm?
For this room, there is only one thing and one thing only—a projector. For much of the time the projector being on (you can’t turn it off. In fact, where is the projector?), it won’t be displaying anything but a white light on the blank wall opposite of it.
However, while the wall is blank, every so often it’s possible to hear faint voices coming from above. Especially during the night before—you know.
For this room, there is only one thing and one thing only—a projector. For much of the time the projector being on (you can’t turn it off. In fact, where is the projector?), it won’t be displaying anything but a white light on the blank wall opposite of it.
However, while the wall is blank, every so often it’s possible to hear faint voices coming from above. Especially during the night before—you know.
EXHIBIT #03 - GARDEN
It’s here that you can finally see the ceiling even if it’s still more of a “sky” than a true ceiling. 
Those with keen eyes will be able to tell that it’s an artificial sky, and, for those who are less aware, then how it randomly flickers should help with that. Or not. Regardless, the presence of a “sky” isn’t the only surprising thing about this room—it might not even be the first thing that goes noticed. Despite all the expansive and seemingly never-ending hallways that lead to rooms that are void of anything living, this room is alive. Somehow.
A small plaque on the wall will describe this exhibit as an “interactive” medium with gentle suggestions to not be too rough with anything. This exhibition will be a picturesque garden full of all kinds of flowers and plants with a small pond with lily pads and lotus located towards the center of the room. The only physical structure within this room is a very small and simple gazebo containing two chairs and a small table. Perfect for having afternoon tea—if that’s your kind of thing. However, if you were hoping to listen to any bird song, look at what animals have taken residence in the pond, or generally any other kind of life then you’ll be disappointed.
Those with keen eyes will be able to tell that it’s an artificial sky, and, for those who are less aware, then how it randomly flickers should help with that. Or not. Regardless, the presence of a “sky” isn’t the only surprising thing about this room—it might not even be the first thing that goes noticed. Despite all the expansive and seemingly never-ending hallways that lead to rooms that are void of anything living, this room is alive. Somehow.
A small plaque on the wall will describe this exhibit as an “interactive” medium with gentle suggestions to not be too rough with anything. This exhibition will be a picturesque garden full of all kinds of flowers and plants with a small pond with lily pads and lotus located towards the center of the room. The only physical structure within this room is a very small and simple gazebo containing two chairs and a small table. Perfect for having afternoon tea—if that’s your kind of thing. However, if you were hoping to listen to any bird song, look at what animals have taken residence in the pond, or generally any other kind of life then you’ll be disappointed.
EXHIBIT # — ???
Nothing is on display in this room; all that is there is just empty walls, empty “ceilings”, empty floors…
The only thing that can be found is a small, simple white card free from any kind of writing. A completely blank card. If you try to take it out of the room, it will instantly disappear from wherever it was stored and return to the room.
The only thing that can be found is a small, simple white card free from any kind of writing. A completely blank card. If you try to take it out of the room, it will instantly disappear from wherever it was stored and return to the room.
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Boys seem to take even the smallest act of mercy for great kindness. Her demise was never meant to be mourned—and so, in answer to his implied offer, Reiju rises by straightening her legs.]
Thank you, but I won't do that. If your death was anything like Giyuu's, it must have been painful. Unless you enjoy punishment, there's no need for it here.
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He purses his lips, but ... finally, he nods. He is quiet for a time, and tries to sort of regain himself. )
... To persist would make this a matter of fulfilling my wishes, not yours. ( He exhales. Punishment would probably assuage his guilt, but this isn't meant to be about him. ) ... If you insist upon this, I will respect it. And, if anything... I can devote myself to discovering what this place is, and why we are here, if we are meant to be dead.
( It wouldn't be true atonement, but at least he can make himself useful. For one, is this a true purgatory, or...?
Regardless-- Genuinely and seriously, he says: )
... However... If you and any others are able... If there is a chance I seem to be relapsing, I would ask that, if it is not a burden on your psyche, you do strongly consider killing me, or whatever the equivalent here may be. I do not wish for what happened to repeat, with you or anybody.
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None of that's worth voicing right now, though. She watches him, letting the gravity of his request sink into the very ground under their feet, and simply asks:]
Are you sure?
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( And if there were a way to prevent that blood ending up on another's hands, he'd take it, but... he couldn't even stop himself from transforming during trial, or coming undone toward the end of his execution.
... )
... In truth, I do wish to be saved. ( A kernel of truth he will only relinquish now that he's dead. ) ... But I truly do not wish for it to come at the expense of injury to anyone else. I would not be able to bear it.
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Reiju does know one thing, though, and that's enough for her to nod after a moment, enfeebled as she is here.]
If that's how you feel, I'll see what I can do.
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... Thank you. I will do all that I can to repay your generosity.
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Oh? What will you repay me with?
[Playful amusement lines her words. They're dead, if not as good as. Aside from information, which he's planning on gathering as some form of misplaced atonement, is there anything of value here?]
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Unfortunately, he takes this too seriously. He picks up on her tone, but he doesn't think he's in the position to take it as a joke??? he ripped her limb from limb????? )
Of course, if I discover further ways to be of use in this locale, I shall offer what I've learned to you first and foremost. ( But that isn't something tangible, and who knows if he'll even find "further ways to be of use"? So, of course, he continues: ) However, if there is anything more this meagre Yukinosuke can provide, in body or service, I would gladly provide this to you in the present.
( Despite how it may potentially sound, it doesn't sound like he intends innuendo by it - tragically, he sounds very genuine. )
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As of now, there isn't anything. [She looks up at the artificial sky.] I'm not tired, and this place feels endless. It's more space than a handful of us needs, so it would be easier to move as we please.
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... He nods. He does wish there was more he could offer, but, at present, there is little. )
. . . I understand. But, if that changes, I would be happy to be of use. Even if it is simply to test a dangerous mechanism . . . or to venture before you as a canary in a coal mine.
( Bleak, but! If she has no need for poolboys or buttling, there is that, should she discover something in these endless exhibits. )
But I do not wish to leave you claustrophobic, and it is true we may be better served spreading out to better comprehend this place's strange peculiarities. ( So, yes, he won't hover . . . even if a part of him wants to. ) Simply know that, if the need arises, you may always seek me out.
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We'll keep in touch. [She'll neither force nor withhold her company. He can approach her at any time.] Until then, I'd prefer you to be careful.
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... If you ask this of me, I will dedicate myself to it with my entire being.
( ok yuki... But he is serious, at least. While he'd still gladly sacrifice himself, her request will weigh on him before he does it too carelessly, as he usually does. )
May safety follow your steps, Miss Vinsmoke. Do take care.