can find someone who can help point him in the right direction.

out at the park, watching the starry sky and unaware of his surroundings.

notices someone not far away, watching the starry sky. It's hard to tell if the person is male or female because of his/her long hair, but_

his body type seems to indicate male. Too bad, because it tends to be easier to fool girls... But Ivan will manage and if not, he can at_

least learns a thing or two. He approaches the person, footsteps hitting against the ground so the stranger isn't surprised by his approach_

. "It's a beautiful night," he muses, once he's close enough for the other to hear.

looks to the mysterious man for a moment, but then back at the sky. "Indeed... I love coming outside on nights like this. They give me time_

to think about things and just relax."

smiles. This should not be too hard. "Hm~ I can relate to that sentiment, especially in this crazy world we live in." He moves to the_

other's side and looks up, while nonchalantly sliding his hand in the man's pocket with practiced ease, searching for his wallet.

whispers something inaudible to himself, before grabbing the man's wrists and twisting them behind his back. Those years of forced kung fu_

really did come in handy. "You know, if you wanted some money, asking would have sufficed."

laughs. "Hm, but that's not very fitting of a thief like me~ If must admit, you're not half bad. Not many can catch me so easily."

smirks. "Why thank you. I applaud you as well; you had me fooled for a moment. I suppose i'm trusting others too easily lately."

smiles, but it doesn't reach his eyes. "Thank you. Now if you'd be so kind as too let me go, I certainly won't be foolish enough to try it_

again."

pats his back and lets him go, standing up to leave. "If you really do want some money, I have some to spare if you really need it."

shakes his head. What an odd person. "Nyet, I am fine for the moment. It is sort of a hobby, I suppose~"

smiles and nods. "Alright then. Be safe."

"You as well~ The world needs more interesting people like you~" With that comment, he departs, off to find his next (and hopefully more_

easily fooled) victim.

dismisses the protective spell he had around him; looks like he didn't need it after all. He probably shaved off a good half a year with_

that...