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Odan: The End Of Atticus

Neoma says:
Maggie: -Making her way down through the island. She'd started out early that day and it's already in the afternoon-
LE AWESOME! says:
Atticus: -sighing, annoyed- Of course the Captains sends -us- on another babysitting mission.
Kerath: -scanning the ground thoroughly to spot maggie- Well, he knows that you do the best job at grating the Queen's nerves. I think he counts on you for it.
Atticus: -amused- Heh. Yeah, I guess. Hurry up and find her, will ya?
Neoma says:
-Pushes aside a branch as she continues walking, humming happily, glad for the peace-
LE AWESOME! says:
Kerath: -spots a small red dot not far- I think I just found her. -swoops downward, flying fast-
Atticus: It's about time.
Neoma says:
-Sees a shadow move behind her and then hears the unmistakable noise of a dragon- Damn. -Not wanting to be disturbed, starts running for better cover-
LE AWESOME! says:
Atticus: She's on the move.
Kerath: -rolls eyes- Does she think she can hide? -speeds up and passes over her head only to land in front of her to cut her off-
Atticus: Hello...Queenie.
Going somewhere?
Neoma says:
-Skids to a halt. Sighs, defeated when she sees Kerath land in front of her- I've been gone for half a day....
((That's not anywhere near a pleading tone... More like warning.))
LE AWESOME! says:
Atticus: Weeeellll I'm glad to see that you can tell time.
Kerath: -snorts-
Neoma says:
-Raises her eyebrow- I'd rather not play games with you, Atticus.
LE AWESOME! says:
Who's playin' games? I'm just here to serve and protect. Doin' my job.
Neoma says:
-Closes her eyes briefly and lets out a breath of air- Cut to the chase please or I shall be on my way.
LE AWESOME! says:
No one is stopping you, Queenie. -leaning casually on Kerath as if relaxing-
Neoma says:
Alright then. -Eyes him before walking off to the side, no longer interested in going straight-
LE AWESOME! says:
-Kerath leaps a few feet into the air, flying low and casually as Atticus lays on her back, hands folded behind head-
Neoma says:
Conner sent you to spy on me then? -Calls up at them as she continues-
LE AWESOME! says:
Nah, not spy. -purposely keeping it vague-
Neoma says:
-Rolls her eyes and decides to ignore them-
LE AWESOME! says:
-bored of silence, turns over to sit up and straddle Kerath's lower neck- So where ya headed, Queenie?
Neoma says:
-Smirks to herself- Nowhere. Just wanted to be out today.
LE AWESOME! says:
More like...just wanted to be a pain in the a**, right?
Neoma says:
I'm not going off the island. Even I can't swim that far. I can't stay down here for long without more provisions. -Looks up at him before continuing- I dealt with my responsibilities yesterday.
LE AWESOME! says:
Whaaaatever, Queenie. I'm just here to make sure you make it back safely. Walk all you want.
Neoma says:
Knock yourself out. Really. -Wonders if she should stay out overnight just because of this-
LE AWESOME! says:
Hey, I'm only following orders. I do that, ya know. Unlike -some- people. -voice still good-humored-
Neoma says:
Atticus, I -am- following orders. I have not gone a significant distance from the ground. -Sighs, thinking about it- There have been no serious infractions from me in the last thirty years.
LE AWESOME! says:
-laughs- Ohoho. That's rich. Unfortunately for you, loopholes are bullshit. You just sound like a snob when you talk about it like that.
Neoma says:
Snob? -Very nearly snorts- Think what you like, I live for loopholes.
LE AWESOME! says:
Exactly. You -live- to be a pain in the a**.
Neoma says:
-Irritated. Turns to look at him- I haven't messed up anything noteworthy since I first came here. I have done what's required of me. This -gestures around her- is a personal issue for Conner.
LE AWESOME! says:
Yeah, you have made it a personal issue for him -many- times before. -stays broad so she doesn't realize he's talking about Conner's almost near-death experience- But I guess that's why his revenge is to send me out to bug you. Don't know what he has against me though.
Neoma says:
-Shrugs- Take that up with the captain. -Turns and continues. When she hears a waterfall, she smiles and starts to run to the edge to see what the drop is like-
LE AWESOME! says:
-sighs; Kerath follows quickly to make sure maggie doesn't try anything- All of this for a waterfall? We have a ********' lake back at the caverns, ya know.
Neoma says:
-Pinches the bridge of her nose. The drop is daunting even by her standards but if only to have some peace again, leaps off-
LE AWESOME! says:
-Kerath and Atticus at the same time- Dammit. -dive down after her-
Neoma says:
-Yells as she hits the water. Goes down way deep with all the currents dragging her this way and that but she's a good swimmer-
LE AWESOME! says:
-stops just short of the water and waits for her to resurface, hovering several feet above-
Kerath: I'm sick of babysitting.
Neoma says:
-Starts running out of air so she lets the breath go and kicks to the surface- Atty! You should try it.
LE AWESOME! says:
-raises eyebrow, shocked that she would actually want him to join- Is that some lame ploy to distract me from my mission?
Neoma says:
-Sighs as she swims to the edge- Twas an accident. Forgive me. -Rolls her eyes- It was fun. Felt like I fell for a long time.
LE AWESOME! says:
I'd join in if you were serious about it.
Neoma says:
As I said, it was an accident. I'd invited you before I could think twice about it. -Now that she's thinking, she realizes that she doesn't know how she's going to get back up-
LE AWESOME! says:
-scoffs- For a moment, I thought you actually -weren't- being a pain in the a**.
Neoma says:
-Grins at him- It's your choice. -I'm- doing it again when I find a way up.
LE AWESOME! says:
-smirks- And how exactly are you going to do that?
Neoma says:
Find a way up? Trial and error, maybe. I don't think you'd help. -Finds a handhold on the cliff just out of range of the spray-
LE AWESOME! says:
If you asked nicely, maybe.
Neoma says:
Oh please, Atticus dear, would you give me a ride to the top? -Laughs, still high on adrenalin-
LE AWESOME! says:
Well. -I- won't, but Kerath might. What do you say, Kerath. -Kerath snorts and says no.- Sorry, that's a no-go.
Neoma says:
-Shrugs- Told ya. -By now, she's reasonably high off the ground-
LE AWESOME! says:
-Kerath moves to stay underneath her so if she falls, she lands on the dragon-
Careful Queenie...you wouldn't want to break a nail.
Neoma says:
-Really does snort this time- After that fall... you think I care about my nails? -Working her way up, wishing that Conner would mind his own business-
LE AWESOME! says:
Just sayin'.
Neoma says:
-After a while longer she looks up and down- This is a little higher than I thought.
LE AWESOME! says:
-still hovering below her- Rethinking things, Queenie?
Neoma says:
Not many options from here. I either continue up or fall. Falling isn't an option. Kerath might just spite me and put me on the ground.
LE AWESOME! says:
Nahh, we like watching you struggle.
Neoma says:
-Climbs up but does not jump again considering the difficulty she had getting up- Y'know Atty, since you keep saying that I love to be a pain in the a**, I could just decide to overnight it.
LE AWESOME! says:
That's fine with me. I love camping.
Neoma says:
Hope so. -Getting dark. Finds a cave from previous travels and settles down inside-
LE AWESOME! says:
-settles down outside of the cave; Atty gets off of Kerath and leans against her belly-
Neoma says:
-Looks out briefly to make sure that Atty and Kerath are still out there and heads furthur inside the cave-
further*
LE AWESOME! says:
-Kerath hears something in the distance and looks up, sees a few dragons far off in the sky- Perhaps the Captain got fed up with waiting?
Atticus: -looks up toward the sky- Maybe. -shouts into the cave- Hey Queenie, I think you're in more trouble than you might think.
Neoma says:
-Still going, determined to reach the other exit-
LE AWESOME! says:
-Kerath looks into the cave and narrows her eyes- She's not there. She must have found another way out-
Atticus: -sighs, annoyed and mounts Kerath- Let's find it too, then.
-Kerath jumps into the air, flying around the area to find the other exit-
Neoma says:
-Sprinting, quickly squeezes through the exit and finds herself on a cliff face heavily obscured by shrubs-
LE AWESOME! says:
Kerath: Something is not right. None of the dragons are contacting me.
-still looking around for Maggie-
-Atticus turns and looks up toward the dragons in the distance- Well, they are coming this way...maybe they are still out of range?
Neoma says:
-Hasn't heard the dragons yet or assumes it's just Kerath. Eases her way along the cliff face till she's on firmer ground-
LE AWESOME! says:
Kerath: -stops suddenly and turns to face the three dragons coming their way- I don't know who it is...but it's none of our riders. Get ready for anything, Atticus.
Atticus: -draws sword, squinting his eyes to see the colors but can't make them out- How big are they?
Kerath: Two blues and a red.
Atticus: s**t...
Neoma says:
-Finally hears the dragons and swears. Doesn't know any of the details so she scoots back until she's quite hidden by the shrubs-
LE AWESOME! says:
-Atticus can sense Kerath's uneasiness and is sure that she can sense his as well, but both are ready to fight if they have to-
-the three dragonriderss come to a stop and hover not far from Kerath and Atticus
Red Rider[we'll call him Bob]: We come in peace, Rider. Please lay down your sword.
Neoma says:
-Strains her ears to try and listen for anything since she isn't that far from Kerath and Atty but doesn't get much-
LE AWESOME! says:
Atticus: State your names and what all of you are doing here on Enelyk. You are not any of the riders I know.
Bob: Now, now. No need to have a tone. I am Bob, this is Riley and Nick. We are here trying to get into contact with your Captain or Queen.
Kerath: I don't like 'em. Their dragons have yet to speak and say their names. They are too suspicious. Tell them nothing!
Atticus: Obviously I am not the Captain -or- the Queen so there's not much you can do here. Carry on.
Bob: Well, would you take us to one of them?
Neoma says:
Riley: As a rider you would know where they reside.
Maggie: -Picking up scattered words and realizes that these aren't their riders-
LE AWESOME! says:
Atticus: Both the Captain and the Queen are off of the Island at this time.
Neoma says:
Riley: -Narrows his eyes in confusion- Is that so? I'd think at least one of them would be here.
LE AWESOME! says:
Nick: -mumbles- The little s**t is probably lying.
Bob: Yes, surely one of them has to be here?
Atticus: -shakes head- You came at the wrong time, sorry to say.
Bob: -facial expression suddenly grows dark- Well. Maybe that's so. Sorry to have bothered you. Boys...let's leave.
-starts to turn away
Neoma says:
Riley: -Shakes his head as he turns slightly to follow Bob-
LE AWESOME! says:
Atticus: -with relief and to Kerath- That was...different.
Kerath: -nods, still watching the riders as they turn away- Let's find Maggie and get back to the caverns now.
Atticus: Good idea. -waits for the dragonriders to be well on their way-
-turns and starts looking for Maggie again-
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Hears her name and grimaces, hiding in the brush-
LE AWESOME! says:
Kerath: -suddenly hearing a change in direction and speed from the other dragons, turns to see the red dragon upon her which rams her in the side hard, sending her barreling towards the ground; Atticus nearly slips off of her back, but manages to hold on- Kerath!
LE AWESOME! says:
-Kerath lands on her feet and jumps into the air again to try and fight back, but a second hit comes from behind by a blue-
Neoma says:
Riley: You shouldn't have lied to us, b***h. -Grinning as his dragon comes in to attack-
Maggie: -Eyes widen as she watches. She's worried but knows all too well that she can't fight a dragon well without Aldyth-
LE AWESOME! says:
-Kerath not getting the chance to fight back is knocked around; Atticus having trouble holding on, can't even attempt a hit of his own. To end it, the red dragon bites onto Kerath's neck, tightening the grip before throwing her down to the ground; she hits hard and Atticus is thrown from her back at the last second, landing several feet away-
Neoma says:
Riley: -Hovers right between Atticus and Kerath, blocking the path for him to get back to his dragon. Goes after Atticus to pick him up in the claws of his dragon-
LE AWESOME! says:
Atticus: -reaching out for his dragon, feeling her fading with each second- Kerath...-when he is picked up, he struggles to get free- Kerath!!
Kerath: -trying to get back up, but in so much pain and can't make it; slumps back to the ground-
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Shrinking back with every passing second. Pretty bloody horrified-
LE AWESOME! says:
-Red dragon walks up and takes Kerath's neck in his mouth again, snapping it in one swift motion-
Atticus: -shouts- KERATH NO!!!!! -still fighiting-
Neoma says:
Riley: -Laughs as his dragon wiggles Atticus in the air- Now... we can repeat our question.
LE AWESOME! says:
Atticus: -devastated as he stares at Kerath's body, feeling an emptiness he has never felt before in his life, even when the bombs dropped-
-doesn't even hear what the rider said-
Bob: Why don't you wake him up a little, Riley.
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Closes her eyes and swallows when she knows that Kerath is actually dead-
Neoma says:
Riley: -Directs his dragon to hold onto Atticus tightly but get him close to Kerath's head. With him properly positioned, Riley's dragon dangles him real close but doesn't let him touch-
LE AWESOME! says:
Atticus: -eyes watering- Kerath...-still reaching out for her-
Bob: I'll ask again, Rider. Where is your Captain and Queen?
Neoma says:
Riley's dragon: -Squeezes him a little tighter, digging his claws into Atticus's side-
LE AWESOME! says:
-Atticus takes in a breath, gritting his teeth when he feels the claws going in; he closes his eyes tightly and squeezes out a few words of his own- Ffffuuuck...youu.
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Feeling sick, especially since this isn't a normal death-
Riley: -Instructs his dragon so run a claw along the Atty's back-
-Stabs the-
LE AWESOME! says:
-Atticus shouts out when the claw goes across his skin; still trying to pull himself out of the dragon's grip, but getting weaker; forces out with difficulty- Thanks for the...back ********.
Neoma says:
Riley: -Growing impatient- Just answer the question and you can go on your way. -Slices into the skin across his ribs-
LE AWESOME! says:
-yells out, gagging and coughing from the pain- Sorry...didn't...catch that...
Neoma says:
Riley: The little s**t is too stubborn... Bob, can we get on our way?
LE AWESOME! says:
Bob: -very annoyed- Finish him off and let's go. We're wasting time.
Neoma says:
Riley: -Grunts and lets his dragon break Atty and toss him to the ground in disgust. Rises back up into the air- Let's go.
LE AWESOME! says:
-Bob and Nick fly off with Riley-
Atticus: -barely hanging onto life as he lays there on the ground-
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Definitely heard all that. Knows that Atty's still alive but not sure she dares come out until the riders are well and truely gone-
LE AWESOME! says:
-coughing up blood, looking over toward Kerath; thinks: I'll be with you soon, girl.-
Neoma says:
-When she's sure the riders are gone or are gone enough that she can still get away, she runs out to Atty- Dammit, Atty!
LE AWESOME! says:
-moves head to look up at Maggie; says nothing-
-well tries to say something but instead gags out blood-
Neoma says:
You should've run when you saw them... -Saying it anyway as she examines Atty-
LE AWESOME! says:
-eyes are watery and tears fall as he stairs up at her, reaching up to grab her arm-
Neoma says:
-Not sure what he's doing but is panicking a little-
LE AWESOME! says:
Don't...go...
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Nods vigorously- I'm not. -Her eyes are quickly getting watery as well. The tears start spilling over-
LE AWESOME! says:
-suddenly having trouble breathing and he starts flailing around, panicking, blood pouring from his mouth; his grip tightens on maggie's arm
Neoma says:
-Whimpers quietly but not from pain-
LE AWESOME! says:
-looks up toward the sky, flailing slows down and his body is suddenly very still, eyes remaining open as he exhales one last time-
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Crying as she lets him go and closes his eyes. Brings him closer to Kerath but doesn't disturb him any further. Gets a rather lost look as she wonders what to do now-

Neoma says:
Maggie: -Swallows the bile in her throat from the scene and quickly darts back inside the cave, shaking-
LE AWESOME! says:
Atticus: -dead-
Neoma says:
Aldyth: -A few hours later is going a little nuts. Keeps unfurling her wings and taking them back in-
LE AWESOME! says:
Conner: -standing out on the edge of Nogarth's sunning spot, looking out and wondering what's taking Maggie and Atticus so long- Nogarth. Come on, we're going after them. -mounts his dragon-
Neoma says:
Aldyth: Nogarth, I'm coming as well. -Flaps her wings to get up into the air-
LE AWESOME! says:
-Neither Conner nor Nogarth protest to Aldyth as the follows them-
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Can't decide when to leave but keep procrastinating-
LE AWESOME! says:
Conner: Aldyth, let me know immediately when you make contact.
Neoma says:
Aldyth: -Nods- Tell the captain I understand. -Once said, she hurries on ahead of them-
LE AWESOME! says:
-Nogarth relays the message as he follows close behind-
Neoma says:
Aldyth: -After a bit, she gets within range of Maggie and relaxes- She's here but her thoughts are a mess... To Maggie: Why didn't you come back yesterday?
LE AWESOME! says:
Nogarth: Aldyth...I can't get a hold of Kerath. Are you in range with her?
Neoma says:
Maggie: Kerath and Atticus are both dead.
Aldyth: -Stiffens slightly- She said that Atty and Kerath are dead.
LE AWESOME! says:
Nogarth: -stiffens as well and relays the message to Conner whose heart freezes- Is Maggie alright?
Neoma says:
Aldyth: -Answers immediately- She's upset but fine.
LE AWESOME! says:
Conner: -relieved about that, but still shocked over the news of Atticus- Are we close?
Neoma says:
Aldyth: -Doesn't respond but adjusts the angle of her wings and dives down to the cave that Maggie's inside. Immediately sees Kerath and Atty. Maggie comes outside-
LE AWESOME! says:
-Nogarth dives down after her and sees Kerath and Atty's bodies; lands next to them. Conner hops off and walks over toward them-
-He has no expression on his face as he approaches the bodies-
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Does not look at Atty or Kerath as she walks up to Aldyth- It was three-on-one. Riders.
LE AWESOME! says:
Conner: Riders? -finally looks away from the bodies to address Maggie- -Our- riders?! -tone rising slightly at the thought-
Neoma says:
-Shakes her head- No. That's ridiculous. They weren't ours but they were riders. -Pauses- I didn't hear everything but they were asking to meet the queen or captain.
LE AWESOME! says:
Meet with us? -looks back at Atty and Kerath- Oh they'll meet me alright. -looks at Aldyth to order her- Aldyth, take Maggie back to the caverns and then send a team out here to retrieve Kerath and Atticus's bodies. We're not leaving them here. -Conner mounts Nogarth- No one else leaves the caverns under -any- circumstances. If anyone is out already, call them back in.
Neoma says:
-Eyes him with a frown on her face- ... Conner, -just- you? There were three riders.
LE AWESOME! says:
What sizes?
Neoma says:
Two blues and a red.
LE AWESOME! says:
We'll be fine if we come across them. Get back to the caverns.
Neoma says:
-Mounts up on Aldyth, knowing that she won't get to go- I'll send another team to go with you. -Gets up into the air- Riders are quite different from ferals. He couldn't even fight back. -Starts off, trying to leave no room for tough-guy argument.
LE AWESOME! says:
I'm not going to look for them myself. I'm going to make sure no one is off alone. If you -must- send someone, though, send Jared. I'm sure he wouldn't mind joining me.
-voice is stiff and cold-
Neoma says:
-Flinches at his tone but nods to herself as she flies off-
LE AWESOME! says:
-Conner and Nogarth take off fast and gain distance quickly-

LE AWESOME! says:
-Conner, having just finished calming down Jared after he saw his body, is sitting in his office, leaning his head into his hands and rubbing his face-
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Was dealing with a staffing issue on one of the farms on the island. Throughly drained and tired from her sleepless night, walks into Conner's office and sits down-
LE AWESOME! says:
Have the arrangements been made for the Cremation ceremony?
Neoma says:
I dealt with that first thing. -Sighs-
LE AWESOME! says:
-nods, runs his hand through his hair- Are you going to be alright?
Neoma says:
-Pauses- Atty seemed like the type to live forever.
LE AWESOME! says:
-sighs- And he still will.
Neoma says:
If we catch them, you aren't leaving me out. -Says this point blank-
LE AWESOME! says:
They are probably long gone by- -knock on the door- Come in.
-worker steps in- Captain, there are...messengers in the Main Hall. Other riders. They wish to speak with you or the Queen.
Conner: -glances at Maggie- Surprise surprise. -stands up and starts moving to the door-
Neoma says:
-Gets up to go as well- I was serious, Conner. I won't hide in the back room.
LE AWESOME! says:
I'm not asking you to. -to the worker- Tell all of the Senior Riders to meet in the Main Hall. Everyone else stays in their barracks.
Worker: -nods- Yes sir. -runs off to pass the word-
Neoma says:
-Smiles grimly as she walks into the main hall with Conner. Immediately, she sees the three riders who killed Atty and her eyes narrow but she forces herself to put on a civil facade.
LE AWESOME! says:
-the seven riders arrive in the Main Hall and take up positions around the top; Nogarth and Aldyth come in after, meeting up with the Captain and Maggie-
Conner: Welcome to Emeris, Riders. Who sent you?
Bob: We are from the Mainlands. I am Bob, this is Riley and Nick. We have come in peace. Our leader wishes to make allies with our Rider brethren.
Conner: -notices Jared on the side, visibly tense and holding back; Conner remains calm as he mounts Nogarth casually-
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Barely staying calm when the riders mention that they "come in peace". Feeling an urge to gut them even as she mounts up.
LE AWESOME! says:
Conner: -remaining casual- I am Captain Donelly. This is our Queen, Magdalena. We weren't aware of other riders. Where did you come from?
Bob: I'm sure we can get to details later. Perhaps it is best now to discuss an alliance?
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Mutters to herself. Cannot be heard by Conner or the foreign rider- I'll never make an alliance with you... Wonder if their blood is red too.
LE AWESOME! says:
Conner: An alliance? -pauses as if thinking about it for a moment- An alliance is impossible.
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Smiles wickedly the moment she hears Conner speak-
LE AWESOME! says:
Bob: -obviously surprised and alarmed by the words- Pardon? Impossible? Why?
Conner: We don't...deal with people who murder one of ours. You're out of luck here.
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Jumps in quickly- I was by the cave when you decided to attack. There is no leeway here for you.
LE AWESOME! says:
-all three riders look around fearfully, not expecting this. As a last resort, Bob telepathically orders an attack on the Queen as their last move; all three dragons go for Maggie-
Conner: -Quick to act along with Jared; Conner appears in between Maggie and the riders, and Jared goes for them behind, both throwing the smaller dragons away from Maggie-
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Not one to be left out, charges for one of the smaller dragons, attacking it viciously- Jared, the other blue is yours!
LE AWESOME! says:
Conner: -the other riders move in to help kill the three- No! Let Jared take them all. Jared...just leave a man alive for us.
-Jared, having already snapped the neck of a blue, is going for the other two who are still trying to get to Maggie; Nogarth holds them off, only swiping them with his tail if they get close so Jared can have his fill-
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Hears but doesn't really want to do it. Backs off a little, only acting in self defense and putting in an extra bite here and there-
LE AWESOME! says:
-After a short battle, Jared takes care of all of the dragons; Nick is dead and the other two are crawling away from Jared and his dragon- Jared: -to Maggie- Mags, which one should I kill?
Neoma says:
Maggie: The rider of the red directed everything but the blue rider -points accusingly at Riley- did the damage.
LE AWESOME! says:
Jared: -nods as he lets his dragon walk toward the two and simply stomp Bob, crushing him-
Neoma says:
Riley: -Swallows as he scrambles to his feet to try and run even though there's really no place to go-
LE AWESOME! says:
-Nogarth lands in front of him to cut him off-
Neoma says:
Riley: -Shouts and runs to the side but Maggie stands there, smiling at him. Instantly he turns on his heel for somewhere, anywhere else-
LE AWESOME! says:
-Jared has hopped down from his dragon and stops him, throwing him on the ground-
Neoma says:
Riley: -Coughs as he hits the ground and awkwardly tries to crawl away-
LE AWESOME! says:
Jared: -stomps on his ankle as hard as he can and then presses down-
Neoma says:
Riley: -Yells in pain when he feels his ankle break under Jared's foot- Please...
LE AWESOME! says:
Jared: Please? I'm sure Atticus didn't beg. Did he, Maggie?
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Shakes her head solemnly and then looks down at Riley- ******** you. -Copying Atty-
LE AWESOME! says:
That sounds more right. See, Ry...why don't you go down like a real man? No begging. -reaches down and grabs him by the ankle, starting to drag him toward the area where they keep prisoners- Cap'n, I'll have information for you in no time. Maggie, if you'd like to join, by all means.
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Quickly hops down to join Jared. Riley is groaning and hissing from his broken ankle being grabbed-
LE AWESOME! says:
Conner: -says nothing and lets them take him-

-time-skip to the prison cell-

Jared: -sighing- We can do this allllllll night, Riley. Now tell me how many Riders y'all have back on the Mainlands.
Neoma says:
Riley: -Scared, looks between Maggie and Jared. Then presents an obviously fake tough look- I'm not going to tell you.
LE AWESOME! says:
-smirks- I hoped you would say that. -turns to Maggie- Mags, will you hand me that small knife over there, please?
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Grabs the knife firmly, squeezing it tightly until she hands it over to Jared- Get his back.
LE AWESOME! says:
His back? -turns to Riley- Oh so he's a backstabber too? -turns riley over roughly-
Riley: -Flinches and braces himself in preparation for the knife- Don't do it.
LE AWESOME! says:
I'm sorry, I couldn't quite hear that. Can you say it a little louder? -presses the blade against his bare back-
Neoma says:
Riley: -Lets out a quiet gasp- Stop it. -Voice is shakier-
Maggie: -Getting some morbid pleasure knowing that he's getting just what he deserves-
LE AWESOME! says:
Still can't hear you. -jabs it deep into his back-
Neoma says:
Riley: -Makes a short yell from surprise. Instantly spits out a number but is a bad liar-
Maggie: -Picks it up instantly from experience- He's lying.
LE AWESOME! says:
Oh we have a liar on our hands? -sticks him again in a different spot-
Neoma says:
Riley: -Yells again but cuts himself off faster this time. Catching his breath- Alright... -Bites out the real number, having no stomach for pain-
LE AWESOME! says:
Thank you. -yanks the blade out savagely- Any bronze dragons?
Neoma says:
Riley: -Groans- None!
LE AWESOME! says:
-chuckles darkly- Didn't even have to poke him to get that one out, did I? -speaking to Maggie-
Neoma says:
Maggie: He's learning. -Looks over Riley critically-
LE AWESOME! says:
I guess so. -turns him over on his back- So tell us everything else we need to know about your dragonriders.
Neoma says:
Riley: -Moans pitifully when he's turned over onto his fresh wounds- What else is there to say?
LE AWESOME! says:
Wait, who's asking the questions here? -runs the blade across his ribs-
Neoma says:
Maggie: Take your time there, Jared.
LE AWESOME! says:
With pleasure, Maggie. Great pleasure.
Neoma says:
Riley: -Panicking- Don't stick me again!
LE AWESOME! says:
-grabs riley by the hair and holds him tightly- Give me one good reason why I should stop.
Neoma says:
Riley: -Hisses- I'll talk! I'll talk!
LE AWESOME! says:
Well then, talk! No one is stopping you.
Neoma says:
Riley: -Trying to think of useful information- We're stationed by the coast. -Looks up, hopeful that this will apease him-
LE AWESOME! says:
Keep going.
Neoma says:
Riley: -Starting to sweat- We've been riding for [insert number] years.
LE AWESOME! says:
Why do you stop? Stopping makes me angry. -cuts across his stomach-
Neoma says:
Riley: -Yells trying to push Jared away from him. Curles as far in on himself as he can- -Starts spitting out increasingly useless information-
LE AWESOME! says:
-realizing he has nothing left- Well, thank you for your cooperation, Ry. It has been very helpful
Neoma says:
Riley: -Trembling- Oh god....
LE AWESOME! says:
Nahh, you won't get to meet him; you're going somewhere else. -turns to Maggie- Mags, you may want to turn your head now.
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Smiles- I think he just called -you- god, Jared. -Pauses- I won't give him the dignity of a more private death.
Riley: Oh please, no. Don't kill me. No.. -Trembling violently-
LE AWESOME! says:
-smirks- If you say so, Mags. -crawls on top of him to hold him down so he can work more efficiently; starts cutting into his stomach and chest, blood squirting and oozing everywhere-
Neoma says:
Riley: -Screaming as Jared sets to work-
Maggie: -Stands nearby, watching but not enjoying the sight. Scrunches up her face a little like she just got a bad taste in her mouth-
LE AWESOME! says:
-finally just slits his throat-
Neoma says:
Riley: -Dead-
LE AWESOME! says:
-Jared, covered in blood, leans back against the wall, dropping the knife and staring off now-
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Relieved, sighs and looks to Jared instead- Will you be okay?
LE AWESOME! says:
-drops the knife; long silence- Why him, Maggie?
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Shakes her head- I don't know. -Stricken- We were just bickering again.
LE AWESOME! says:
-rubs face, trying to hold back tears that are coming- Why Atty.....
Neoma says:
-Continues shaking her head- He had a spine. I don't think they'd have killed him if he'd just answered.

[[.ShadowMouse.]]

Odan: A Magdalena Replaced

Neoma says:
Maggie: -In the common room reading. Has been skipping all her classes. Even math and science, the ones she likes-
Traci says:
-Looking around for Maggie, having been asked to find and talk to her about skipping today. Finds her in the common room and is surprised to see that she is reading of all things. Walks up to her and crosses his arms.- What are you doing, Bones?
Neoma says:
-Recognizes the nickname but it still takes her a couple seconds before she realizes he's talking to her- Oh, hi. -Holds up the book- I'm reading, can'tcha tell?
Traci says:
-Thinks she's being a pain at first- Yeah, I can tell. I meant why aren't you in class like you're supposed to be?
Neoma says:
-Shrugs- Didn't want to go. They're no fun. -Leans back and continues reading-
Bones thinking: Good gosh... He'll think I've gone insane at this rate.
Traci says:
We've been over this, Maggie. You -need- to go to class. You told me you would stop skipping.
Neoma says:
-Looks up at him, clearly annoyed that he's bothering her- Did I say that? In that case, I lied. -Remembering that Bones does lie a lot-
Traci says:
-Getting annoyed- If you don't go to class, you're going to have to be punished. I'm sure I don't need to remind you of that.
Neoma says:
Bones: Haha. The rules are the same for you as they are for me.
Punished? You've got to be kidding me. Don't feel like it today, bud. -Gets up from her seat with the book and starts to walk off-
Traci says:
Suit yourself. Enjoy dry rations, then. -does not follow her-
To Nogarth: Nogarth, talk to Aldyth. Find out what's going on with Maggie today.
Neoma says:
-Smirks to herself and chuckles as she runs off into the caverns. Figures that she might as well grab some food before his order reaches the kitchens-
Nogarth: Aldyth, Conner wants to know what's with Maggie's attitude today.
Neoma says:
Aldyth: -Confused as much as he is- Darned if I know. She's been strange all day.
Traci says:
Nogarth: Have -you- tried talking to her?
Neoma says:
Aldyth: -Pauses- I can give it a shot.
Aldyth: What's going on today? Why are you suddenly mouthing off to Conner?
Maggie: -Irritated at the voice in her head- Mutters: Dragons can be so troublesome. To Aldyth: Nothing's going on. I just got tired of playing house.
Traci says:
Conner: -to Nogarth- I'm sick of babysitting.
Neoma says:
Aldyth: -Displeased, relays exactly what Maggie said-
Traci says:
Nogarth: Conner is not going to be pleased.
Neoma says:
Aldyth: You're telling me. -Still peeved-
Maggie: -Currently trying to sneak into the kitchens-
Traci says:
Nogarth: You should talk to her again. Find out what's going on. Maybe she has started her period.
Conner: How the heck do -you- know about that?
Nogarth: I've been in and out of your head since I've known you. Think about it.
Neoma says:
-Watching as people pass by the entrance. Then sees her opportunity and slips inside, keeping low and out of sight-
Traci says:
Conner: -doesn't say anything about and instead asks Nogarth to find out where Maggie is. Nogarth asks Aldyth-
Neoma says:
Aldyth: -Hesitates to say out of loyalty to her rider but then decides that Maggie would've gotten caught anyway- She's in the kitchen.
Traci says:
Conner: -getting more annoyed but says nothing else as he makes his way to the kitchen and is -allowed- inside. He leans against the cabinet and watches her without saying anything at first-
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Opens up a cabinet and takes out some food before she turns around and sees Conner- You again? What's up with you?
Traci says:
-Still calm- What's up with -you-?
Neoma says:
-Frowns and leans against the cabinet she just stole from. Begins to munch on the food- Just back off, why doncha?
Traci says:
-Walks over to her and grabs the remaining food out of her hands- You're being disrespectful, stop it.
Neoma says:
Hey! -Glares at him when he takes the food away- Why should I care about that? -Scoffs-
Traci says:
-Puts the food up- Because we were given an opportunity to come here, and the dragonriders deserve to be treated better than how you're acting.
Neoma says:
Bones: Serve that lecture! Get her!
Neoma says:
Look. I could care less about them. The way I see it, it's their stupid dragon's fault I'm still here anyway.
Traci says:
-Hesitates in closing the cabinet before turning to look at her again. Can't believe she's saying all of this- Would you rather be back on the mainlands?
Neoma says:
Aldyth: -Rather upset, quickly gets up and leaves the caverns, not really wanting to know any more-
Traci says:
Nogarth: -sensing Aldyth's discomfort and goes after her- Aldyth, she doesn't mean it.
Neoma says:
-Considers this- Of course not. I decided to come here, right? -Half actually asking the quesiton. She's not quite sure-
Aldyth: She doesn't sound like she's joking. I don't understand.
Traci says:
Conner: You never actually answered, so I can't be sure. Did you not want to come here? -Is actually concerned about this since he hadn't been sure back then either-
Nogarth: Conner and I think it's her period! I'm sure she's just moody! -flying beside her-
Neoma says:
Aldyth: Wait... What's a period?
Traci says:
Nogarth: Erm. You mean Maggie didn't have it in her memories?
Neoma says:
Maggie: Not sure. -Answers honestly for once- Well, it's better than back there. That's for sure.
Aldyth: No.... Nogarth, she was nine.
Traci says:
Conner: Then it's time to show some appreciation to the people who gave you all of this.
Nogarth: Well I didn't know! Anyway...a period is when a girl reaches puberty. She bleeds for a few days and gets really cranky.
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Shakes her head- Why bother? They can't get rid of me. This is the perfect setup!
Bones: Oh dear... Just shut up. Please just shut up.
Aldyth: She's not bleeding, Nogarth. She's normal. Except for that brain of hers.
Traci says:
Conner: Of course they won't. But if you keep this up, you're not going to be sitting comfortably for long.
Nogarth: Alright alright, it was just a thought.
Neoma says:
Maggie: Yeah, sure. I get it. So all I gotta do is go to a couple classes every now and then?
Traci says:
No, go to your classes every day.
Neoma says:
Aldyth: -Trying to relax, goes down and munches on some poor creature-
Maggie: Every day? Damn. Those old fogies are asking for a lot.
Traci says:
Nogarth: -Quickly grabs another creature and brings it down, setting it in front of Aldyth as well-
Neoma says:
Bones: No! Don't do that! -Groans- While you're me, can't you at least try to be decent?
Traci says:
Conner: Don't talk like that. You know better.
Neoma says:
Maggie: Whatever, Conner. You always were too serious. I don't need a watchdog.
Aldyth: -Munching- Thanks.
Traci says:
-Conner's mouth is parted slightly when she says that- Maggie, I'm just trying to help you.
Neoma says:
And I'm saying I don't need your help. Do you get off helping little girls? I never needed you.
Traci says:
-He stops suddenly when she says that, facial expression dropping. Pained by her words- How could you even think that?
Neoma says:
You're the one that doesn't know how to leave well enough alone. -Smirks at him, pleased by the damage she caused-
Traci says:
Nogarth: -feeling that Conner is getting upset as well- -to Aldyth- Something is really off with her...
Neoma says:
Aldyth: Figure that out all by yourself, didja?
Traci says:
Nogarth: Sorry, I just....didn't expect her to hit Conner as well.
hit Conner so hard*
Neoma says:
Aldyth: That girl doesn't care about anyone right now. Not even me.
Aldyth: -Picking up weird thoughts every now and then- It's weird. Her disdain even stretches toward her past.
Traci says:
Conner: -taking deep breaths, trying to stay calm- Alright, have it your way then. -Finally slams the cabinet door shut and turns to walk off- I won't help you anymore, then. -voice still calm before he walks past her-
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Crosses her arms and smiles as he walks off. When he's just far enough, she begins to giggle as she turns the other way to leave-
Traci says:
Nogarth: We need to get to the bottom of this. -then to Conner- She doesn't mean it...
Conner: -shuts Nogarth out-
Neoma says:
-Maggie is quite pleased with herself. Heads back to the common room-
Bones: Conner! Jeez, get a clue. -Quite disappointed in him for giving up so easily-
Traci says:
-Atticus is in the common room practicing with a dull sword-
Neoma says:
-Stops suddenly when she steps into the common room. Eyes the sword for a moment but then decides there's no way he'd try to use it on her. Continues in, giving him a wide berth. Sits down and starts to read again0
Traci says:
Atticus: -to Maggie- That's surprising.
Neoma says:
-Looks up and glares at him- Why's everyone so surprised that I'm reading a book?! Can't you just bugger off?
Traci says:
Atticus: -Undeterred, still swinging the sword around- 'Cause you can't read, that's why. What are you doing with it...looking at the pretty pictures? -laughs-
Neoma says:
-Frowns and holds it up for him to see. It's all text. Tiny with big words scattered throughout- What pictures? -Smirks at him and going to back to reading-
Traci says:
Atticus: My mistake. You're probably just pretending to know what you're reading to make yourself seem smarter. Heh. I know better.
Neoma says:
-Can't help but get irritated. He's got her goat just like he typically gets Maggie's. Starts reading aloud-
Bones: -Laughing- There we go! Dig yourself a hole.
Traci says:
Atticus: Oh God, please stop. The sound of your voice burns my ears just as much as your mispronunciations of words.
Neoma says:
-This Maggie has no issue with reading whatsoever. Continues reading, not really getting how out of character this really is-
Traci says:
-Sword slips from hand and flies over toward Maggie- Watch out!
Neoma says:
-Looks up, startled and doesn't manage to avoid it in time. Gets hit with it full on the arm and shouts in pain. Wherever she was touched by the sword is -badly- burnt. Doubles over to hide it-
Traci says:
-Rushes over to her to see if she's alright- I'm sorry! Thinks: Conner is going to kill me...- You alright?
Neoma says:
-Doubled over, groaning in pain. Trying to hide the burns as she steps back. Desperate to get out of there-
Get away from me!
Aldyth: -Pauses suddenly, alarmed- She's hurt.
Traci says:
Hey, I wanna make sure you're alright before you run and tattle to Conner so I'm not goin' anywhere! -notices some kind of burn marks on her- Whoa! What is wrong with you?
Neoma says:
-Steps back again. Angles her body so the burns are away from him- Go away, Atticus. -Turns and starts to run off-
Traci says:
-Runs after her- I'm not takin' the heat for that one! I hit you with my sword on accident, I didn't burn you!
Nogarth: We better go check on her then. -takes to the sky-
Neoma says:
Whatever you want, just go away and leave me alone! -Doesn't want to ruin this set-up she has-
Aldyth: -Doesn't hesitate in taking off and hurrying back to the caverns0
Traci says:
-Conner is crossing the hallway just as Maggie is running by and collides with her since he didn't see her-
Neoma says:
Aldyth: Maggie? What's wrong?
Traci says:
Nogarth: -lands in the main hall-
Neoma says:
Aldyth: -Lands as well-
Maggie: -Bumps into Conner and stumbles back, falling to the ground-
Traci says:
Conner: -notices Maggie's burns- Maggie...what happened? -concern clear in his voice- Are you alright?
Neoma says:
-Looks up at him and frowns. Desperate to get away before Atticus can say anything. Gets to her feet, holding her arm- Nothing. -Moves to get around him-
Traci says:
-Moves to go in front of her- That doesn't look okay, let's get you to the medical wing to see Shawn.
Atticus: -getting to the- I DIDN'T DO IT!
Atticus: -talking fast so she can't blame him- I was practicing with my sword and it flew out of my hands and hit her but i DID NOT burn her!
Neoma says:
-Curses under her breath and tries to shove past Conner- He's lying.
Traci says:
Conner: -To Atticus- What did you do? -still doesn't let Maggie get by- I'll deal with you later. Come on, Maggie, let's get you to the medical wing
Neoma says:
No. No. I'm not going there. -Becoming panicked-
Traci says:
Atticus: SHe's a dirty liar!!
Conner: Maggie, come on, please. Just let Shawn have a look at you. -ushering her the other way- -To Atticus- Just leave for now.
Neoma says:
-Digging her heels in, refusing to move a single inch- Don't you know when to back off? Let me go.
Traci says:
Maggie, -please- these wounds look bad.
Neoma says:
-Looking around for an escape. Acting waaaay more skittish than usual- Why are you doing this to me? Are you trying to corner me or something? -Almost believes that they've already figured her out-
Traci says:
Conner: Maggie, I'm just trying to help you. Why are you so against it?? You're hurt.
Neoma says:
Aldyth: She's genuinely afraid...
Traci says:
Nogarth: What is she afraid -of-?
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Gives him a look: you know why, don't you- Uh huh so you should let me deal with it.
Aldyth: Being caught. Metal too..
Traci says:
Nogarth: -to Conner- She's afraid of being caught and metal. Why is that?
Conner: -to Maggie- Maggie, why are you afraid of getting caught? Did Atticus really -not- burn you?
Neoma says:
Bones: -Watching gleefully. Could almost dance if she were able- There we go. Finally!
Maggie: -Eyes widen with shock and then narrow in a glare- That Aldyth told you, didn't she? Damn dragon!
Traci says:
Conner: That's it. What is WRONG with you, Maggie? You're not acting like yourself -at all-!
Neoma says:
Bones: Give the boy a prize!
Traci says:
[[heheh]]
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Spits at him and back up away from him- I don't want to give it back. It's mine!
Traci says:
Conner: -winces but doesn't back off- What are you talking about?! Who are you?
Atticus: -backing up a few steps- Has everyone gone crazy?!
Neoma says:
-Eyes dart around a she continues to back up but Atticus is there- Atty. Atty, let me by. I haven't done anything wrong.
Traci says:
Conner: Don't let her by, Atticus.
Atticus: -plants himself firmly between her and her exit- With pleasure.
Neoma says:
-Groans and looks between then, utterly defeated. Turns back to Conner- Do you want an appology? I'm sorry, okay? That's no reason to burn me though!
Traci says:
I'm not trying to burn you. Now answer me. WHO are you?!
Neoma says:
-Shrinks a little- I'm sorry. I'll give Maggie back. Just wanted a little fun...
Traci says:
-still shocked at what's going on- What have you done with her? Where is she?
Neoma says:
She's around. I just took her place.
Bones: Enough with the explanations. Just get me back...
Traci says:
-grabs her and holds onto her tightly- Bring her back!
Neoma says:
-Winces when he grabs her- You're hurting me. -Bites her lip and sighs, still in pain from her burns- Alright. -Looks up at where Bones is and she materializes-
Bones: -When she appears, she kinda falls to the ground as if her legs were jello- About time.... -Looks over at Atty- I can too read! Just... not very well.
Traci says:
Conner: Maggie! -manages to catch her before she hits the ground-
Neoma says:
Fake: I'll be going. Tata. -While Conner's busy, starts running off-
Traci says:
Atticus: I gotcha covered, Con-Man! -runs fter the copy-
Neoma says:
Maggie: Conner, it's fine. -Gets her own feet on the ground and stands up. Then frowns at him unhappy- Took you forever.
unhappily*
Traci says:
Conner: -relieved- Well how was I supposed to know that someone had taken your body? Hm?
-Atticus isn't far behind the Fake- You're not gettin' away from me!
Neoma says:
Fake: I won't do it to you guys again! I promise! -Running like crazy-
Maggie: Yeah, sure. Me mouthing off. Insulting everything you've done and then my own dragon. -That- was soo believable.
Aldyth: -Quite relieved to have the real Maggie in her head again-
Traci says:
Well it's hard to believe in body-snatchers. It seems a little out there.
-Atticus is slowly gaining-
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Still not happy but shrugs. Suddenly, she hisses and grabs her perfectly intact arm- I'm going to get Atty for that later.
Traci says:
-Atticus catches up and jumps at the Fake, tackling it-
Conner: Do you need Shawn?
Neoma says:
-Looks up at him and shakes her head fervently- Please no. Doesn't look like there's anything there. -Feeling it sting and smart. It's a confusing feeling-
Fake: -Shouts as when she's tackled to the ground- Wasn't burning me enough?!
Traci says:
Atticus: Nope! -holds it down-

[[.ShadowMouse.]]

Odan: In A Perfect World...
Part of the Perfect World Series

Neoma says:
-Maggie slowly walks up to the front porch, dreading her father's reaction. She's never messed up this badly before. Not that he knows of anyway. Stumbles over the first step but catches herself before she falls-
-Conner stands close by, ready to catch her if she falls. When she stumbles, he moves to grab her, but she steadies herself first, and he backs off- Are you going to be alright?
Neoma says:
-Smiles at him, ignoring her feeling that she's going to be in for it- Absolutely, officer. Thanks for takin' me home, I guess.
Traci says:
It's Conner, -Magdalena-. -smiles- Shall I knock?
Neoma says:
-Moves in front of him to stop him before he can try- No, no. I'll get it. Don't tell him you're police.
Traci says:
-Curious as to why she seems so intimidated. Also concerned- I wasn't planning to unless it came to that...is everything alright?
Neoma says:
Thinks: Unless it came to that.... Ugh. Says: Yes. Jeez, not all fathers are evil. -Rolls her eyes to dismiss his concern and takes in a breath. Knocks on the door-
Traci says:
-Jason, Maggie's father, gets up from the chair and storms over to the front door, swinging it open, prepared to yell. Stops himself when he notices another person present. Glares at Maggie- WHERE have you been?!
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Tries her best to appear sober but still can't talk properly and smells of alchohol- Out with a couple of my friends.
Traci says:
Jason: -Notices the smell of alcohol on her and his anger goes deeper. Looks at Conner with an even angrier expression- Are -you- one of those friends that allowed her to drink when she's -underage-?!
Conner: No sir, I just brought her home to make sure she was safe. -Wonders if this anger is normal-
Neoma says:
-Nods in agreement. Wishing he wouldn't take his anger out on Conner- Those two went home. I just met him there. -Making an effort to appear steady-
Traci says:
Jason: I suppose I should thank you then. -voice still rough and obviously angry. Doesn't actually thank him. Turns to Maggie- Get your a** inside.
Neoma says:
-Simply ducks her head- Yes sir. -Turns to Conner briefly- See you around then.
Traci says:
Wait, Magdalena...-pulls out an old receipt from his pocket and a pen, writes his cell phone number down- If you need anything, just give me a call. It was nice talking to you.
Neoma says:
-Takes the number reluctantly and shoves it deep into her pocket. Figures that she'll never need it and won't see Conner again- Yeah. Bye. -Decides not to keep her father waiting and quickly ducks inside
Traci says:
Jason: -thinks it's just some lame attempt to go out with his daughter, but decides to go through her things later to take the number- Yeah thanks bye. -pulls Maggie in and slams the door shut-
Conner: -still worried but can't really do anything, starts on his way back to the bar, walking-
Neoma says:
-Once inside, nervously eyes her father and tries to quietly just head upstairs to bed. Face the hangover in the morning and then go on with life-
Traci says:
-Grabs her arm and yanks her back to him- What the hell were you thinking?!!!
Neoma says:
-Stumbles, already lacking balance as it was. Manages to stay upright though- I'm sorry. It was a one time thing.
Traci says:
Damn right it was a one time thing! -still holding
onto her tightly-
Neoma says:
-It's starting to hurt but doesn't mention it or try to get away- Next time, I promise I'll be legal. -Trying to appease him-
Traci says:
Jason: -lets her go roughly- Go upstairs to your room. You're not to come out again until I say so-
Neoma says:
-Unsteadily hurries up the stairs and quickly darts inside her room, closing the door behind her. Her arms still hurt as she goes to bed and falls asleep-
Traci says:
-next day!-
Neoma says:
-Maggie is hungry and has a nasty headache because of it. Has been sitting in her room all day. After a little bit longer, gets up to go to the restroom. On her way back to her room-
Traci says:
-Jason just checked on Maggie to see if she was in her room and he gets angry when he realizes she's not. He turns just in time to see her coming back- Thought you could sneak out again, hm?
Neoma says:
-Surprised to see him there. Eyes widen at his words and she shakes her head fervently- No, I was just going to the restroom.
Traci says:
And I'm supposed to believe that now? After what you pulled last night?!
Neoma says:
-Shrinks back a little- I'm sorry, sir. I wasn't intending to leave or even go downstairs.
Traci says:
[[Gah! How can he hit her when she's saying sorry? lol]]
You're damn right, you'll be sorry. You're grounded for a month!
Neoma says:
What?! -Shocked and angry by this even though- I'm eighteen.
Traci says:
Eighteen and still living under my roof! You're not to leave the house except for school, and we will drive you ourselves!
Neoma says:
Do you want me to pay rent? Is that it? Look, it won't happen again.
Traci says:
Pay rent with what? You don't have any money 'cause you don't work! Now get back in your room and don't come out!
Neoma says:
-Angreh, slowly starts going to her room- There is no way I'm doing this all month.
Traci says:
-grabs her arm and yanks her to look at him again- What was that?
Neoma says:
I can't stay in my room all month! I haven't even eaten today.
Traci says:
And you won't eat again if you keep up with that attitude!
Neoma says:
You can't do that. I'm not starving all month just to follow your rule! -Tries to take her arm back-
Traci says:
-He is enraged by her defiance and he winds up back-handing her really hard in the face-
Neoma says:
-Shocked that he actually hit her. He's never done that before. Pauses before looking back up at him, hand against her cheek- What was that for?! You have no right!
Traci says:
Shut up! -hits her again- Get in your room! I don't want to hear anything else out of you!
Neoma says:
-Shouts out. Can feel the beginnings of two new bruises. Eyes him defiantly but with tears in her eyes as she opens the door of her room-
Traci says:
-closes the door for her and locks it from the outside-
-Walks off, still fuming-
Neoma says:
-Paces around her room. Angry and hurt and upset. Finally decides not to put up with it though and grabs some of her money and her phone before heading over to the window. Opens it wide and then pauses. Goes over to yesterday's jeans and grabs Conner's number before climbing down the tree and starting to run-
Traci says:
-Jason is unaware of Maggie escaping. xD-
Neoma says:
-Continues to run until she's a good distance away. Slows to a walk and catches her breath. Then feels her cheek and winces at the bruise forming there. Continues to walk. She's a good twenty minutes away by car when she finally works up the courage to dial Conner's number-
Traci says:
-Off of work that day and having some coffee with a girl that he had met through friends who is very interested in him. Phone rings as they talk.- Excuse me.- he immediately flips open his phone. It's an unknown number, but he answers it anyway-
Hello?
Neoma says:
-Now that he's answered, she doesn't really know what to say. I'm grounded and my dad hit me? Nah.- Hi. -Voice cracks a little-
Traci says:
-Takes him a second to realize who it is- Magdalena? -Not caring that the girl in front of him can hear everything; too concerned with Maggie to care- What's wrong? Is everything alright?
Neoma says:
-The sound of a friendly voice makes her get all choaked up and brings tears to her eyes. Swallows down the lump in her throat- Yeah... -Internally kicks herself- I left my dad's house.
Traci says:
What happened? Do you need me to come get you?
Neoma says:
-Nods, forgetting he can't see her- What're you doing now? I don't wan to interrupt you.
Traci says:
No no, you're not interrupting anything... - girl beside him huffs up, fuming- Where are you? I'll come get you...
Neoma says:
-Smiles a little, a shaky nervous one. Looks around for landmarks- I'm on broadway by the burger place.
Traci says:
Alright stay put, I'll be right there. -hangs up quickly and stands, looking at the girl- I'm sorry, it's an emergency. -Pulls out his wallet and pays for the coffees and everything- It was nice meeting you, Jessie. I'll call you. -smiles charmingly at her before rushing out of the coffee shop and getting into his car-
Neoma says:
-After he hangs up, she sighs and rubs her eyes fiercely to get rid of any tears. Then, she slowly walks inside the diner and orders some fries to munch on as she waits-
Traci says:
-Concerned, Conner is speeding as he makes his way to the diner, getting there in less than fifteen minutes. He pulls into the parking lot and gets out, looking around for her-
Neoma says:
-Didn't like the way the cashier had eyed her face (red eyed and bruised) so she decided not to eat outside on the curb. When she sees Conner, she looks up and smiles tightly at him-
Traci says:
-Spots her and walks over to her, sitting down beside her. Immediately notices the bruises and red in her eyes- You're not going back there. -voice is soft and calm despite the inner anger he is feeling at the sight-
Neoma says:
-Laughs humorlessly and looks down at her shoes- Sorry to call you out here.
Traci says:
No, don't be. I'm glad you did. -pauses a moment- Are you okay?
Neoma says:
-Still not looking at him, a little ashamed and embarassed- He's never hit me before.
Traci says:
-Isn't sure if he should wrap his arm around her for comfort or not, so he doesn't move- Sometimes it just happens. Can't be helped. That's why I'm not going to let you go back unless you take me with you.
Neoma says:
-Nods, not feeling the energy to argue or tell him just how much she doesn't want to go back. Puts the last fry in her mouth and crunches up the bag in her hand- Don't want to go back.
Traci says:
-Nods- How about my place, then? That way I can get you off of the street. -smiles lightly-
Neoma says:
-Eyes him warily for a moment but then sighs and gives up any suspicions- Okay.
Traci says:
Come on. -helps her up to her feet and over to her car, not caring if she doesn't want it. Opens the door for her before going around and getting into the other side-
Neoma says:
-In a sorta zombie mode. Goes along with it and gets into his car. Closes the door after her and buckles up- Is this really okay?
Traci says:
What do you mean? -starts the car and drives off-
Neoma says:
You really weren't doing anything when I called?
Traci says:
I was, but it wasn't important. -watching the road-
Neoma says:
-Watching Conner as he speaks and then looks down again- Okay then.
Traci says:
-Glances over at her- I can have him arrested. He won't be able to hurt you again.
Neoma says:
-Looks over at him suddenly in surprise. Actually considers it before shaking her head "no"- He only ever yelled before.
Traci says:
-Thinks: He'll just do it again... -knows from seeing these things all of the time in his line of work- -nods to her and continues in silence, getting to his house rather quickly and parking-
Neoma says:
-When he parks, she slowly unbuckles and opens the door. Climbs out and waits for him to move before she does anything further- Thinks: What am I going to do from here?
Traci says:
-Gets out of the car as well and walks her up to his front door, unlocking it and stepping inside. As he turns off the alarm, they are greeted by a young husky excitedly jumping up on them and greeting- Max, down boy. -glances at Maggie- I apologize for him. He's still being trained. Max! Down!
Neoma says:
-A real but still small smile lights up her face when she sees the dog. Kneels by him and starts petting him contentedly. Max seems to be enjoying himself as well- I like him. Never had a dog.
Traci says:
-Turns on some lights and smirks, shutting the door behind her- He likes his belly scratched. -takes off coat and hangs it up- Do you need anything to eat or drink?
Neoma says:
-Continues petting Max until he plops down on the floor and turns over so his belly faces up. Obligingly scratches his belly- Uh... No thanks. I'm good. -Lies-
Traci says:
-Gives her a look- Don't be shy, are you sure?
Neoma says:
-Drops her eyes to Max, feeling unusually timid in the face of what just happened- Something to drink then? -Figures that she'll be fine for a little longer after the fries-
Traci says:
Alright, what would you like? -pauses a moment- No alcohol in the house, sorry.
-trying to keep the mood light-
Neoma says:
-Chuckles quietly- Darn and I was in the mood for some Red Bull. -Shakes her head as she stands up, much to Max's disappointment- Anything, really.
Traci says:
All kinds of juice, coke and of course...just water.
Neoma says:
Juice then. -Walking over toward him. Feels like something with a bit more sugar will help instead of water-
Traci says:
-Pours her a glass and passes it to her before pouring one of his own-
Neoma says:
Thanks. -Takes a sip from it and feels a little better. Feels it's too quiet though- So how're you after last night? Take a girl home and have a little fun after I left?
Traci says:
If by fun you mean coming home and crashing on the couch only to wake up and realize you've slept in until 2pm then suuure. -smirks-
Neoma says:
-Smiles widely- Niice. You slept later than I did and I was the one with the hangover!
Traci says:
-chuckles- Yeah well...try working night shift the night before your birthday and then getting no sleep before your friends drag you out of the house.
Neoma says:
Wow. Way to party hardy. What did you ever do to deserve all that mess and then some freak underage kid getting drunk and you feeling the need to drive her home?
Traci says:
Actually, that underage kid was a really nice girl and I enjoyed her company on my birthday. Didn't mind taking her home at all.
Neoma says:
-Not quite what she meant and blushes just a little bit. He's still a hot older man- Yeah... You weren't too bad yourself. Saving my butt.
Traci says:
All in a day's work, ma'am. -smiles charmingly with a slight bow before taking a sip of his own drink-
Neoma says:
-Blushes a little bit more and takes a sip of her drink- This isn't awkward at all, is it?
Traci says:
Not to me. -raises an eyebrow- Am I making you uncomfortable?
Neoma says:
Thinks: Oh no. Not at all. You're just a good looking man and I'm the only other one in your apartment. -Shakes her head- Not really.
Traci says:
-scoffs- Want to sit? -motions to his table-
Neoma says:
-Takes in a deep breath and slowly releases it. Then nods and sits down in one of the chairs around the table- So what now? I go home?
Traci says:
-sits down across from her- You don't have to. In fact, I want to discourage it.
Neoma says:
Look, I have no where else to go. I can't ask those two idiots you met in the bar. They're just here for the weekend.
Traci says:
You're welcome to stay here. I have a guest room upstairs and it would be no trouble at all.
Neoma says:
-Crinkles her eyebrows together for a moment. Surprised but grateful- Really? That would be incredible.
Traci says:
Well, as long as you don't feel -awkward- or anything. -jokingly mocking her earlier question- Of course you can stay if you want.
Neoma says:
-Frowns and sticks out her tongue- Yeah. Okay. Thanks a lot. -Thinking- I should probably head back tomorrow though. He might decide you kidnapped me.
Traci says:
No, I can let my station know the situation. You are eighteen, you know. Legally an adult.
Neoma says:
-Temporarily forgot this- Oh yeah... Guess it doesn't feel like it right now. -With that thought in her head, she actually enjoys the thought of his anger-
Traci says:
If you want, I can have some officers pick some of your things up for you.

[[.ShadowMouse.]]

Odan: For The Sake Of The Law
Part of the Perfect World Series
WARNING: Incomplete

Traci says:
-Breaking News! Shoot-out at the 59 Diner, Officers on the scene trying to end it-
Neoma says:
-Had been laying on the couch with the news just running as she relaxes. When that story pops up, she isn't all that interested. Just turns her head to watch-
Traci says:
-Helicopter news cameras zoom in on the shooters in the diner and then go to the cops ducking behind their police vehicles. Conner is there, reloading his weapon-
Neoma says:
-Sits up suddenly when she sees Conner- Hey... -Leans forward with her eyebrows scrunched together-
Traci says:
News Reporter: We just received the names of the officers on the scene. Officer Donelly, Officer Little, Officer Harvey and Officer Overstreet.
Neoma says:
What are you doing there, Conner? -Mumbles to herself as she watches the scene. Worried about Conner, feels a little bad for just sitting there but she couldn't do anything anyway. Except distract-
Traci says:
-Camera zooms out a little, Conner ducks down as a bullet flies nearby and ricochets off of the police car-
Neoma says:
-Nervously bites her lip and gnaws on it- Jeez, why couldn't he have been a traffic cop or a desk jocky?
Traci says:
-Conner looks toward his comrades and nods to them before turning, standing up a little further to aim over the car, firing toward the diner, still having some cover-
Neoma says:
-Can't really look away, okay?-
Traci says:
-Conner is fired at and he ducks down quickly again, getting nicked on the arm as he goes down. Shouts out, but was successful as a distraction and his comrades fire, getting one of the guys-
-News: We have an Officer hit!-
Neoma says:
-Twitches- No, Dammit! -Bites off her nail, worried about Conner-
Traci says:
-We just got word that it was Officer Donelly that was hit, but he is apparently still going!-
Neoma says:
-Puts her head in her hands but then picks it up again quickly to watch- Don't do that! If you're hit, don't let them run you through.
Traci says:
Conner: Move! Move! Move! -since there is only one shooter left, Conner goes around one way while his comrades go around another, they have guns out and pointed as they storm the diner-
Neoma says:
-Groans a little, nervous-
Traci says:
-They move into the building, Conner kicks open the door when the guy tries to slam it closed, and he moves in after him. There are more gunshots heard on tv-
Neoma says:
-Cannot close her eyes-
Traci says:
-The news: It would seem that it's all over!- -There is shouting before the officers exit- Office down! Officer down! -paramedics start rushing in-
Neoma says:
What?! -Jumps up and walks over to the screen- Who is it!?
Traci says:
News: An Officer has been hit, apparently. We have yet to receive word on who it is...
Neoma says:
-Grumbles- No! Tell me, goddammit! Was it Conner Donelly?
Traci says:
-Paramedics rushing out, rolling a stretcher with someone on it; News says, "Officer Donelly was the one shot. It is unclear where he was hit, but he -was- wearing his vest-
Neoma says:
Again?! Damn it! -Continues cursing, letting out a stream of swears like a sailor- Which hospital at least. Tell me that.
Traci says:
-Both shooters are reportedly down and the wounded officer is being rushed to Memorial Hospital.
Neoma says:
Okay.. -Pauses a moment as she thinks about where that is. Then runs out the door. Doesn't have a car though. Starts running since that hospital isn't too far-
Traci says:
-Conner is rushed into the hospital, still awake and aware of what is going on. He is bleeding from the leg and arm and losing blood-
Neoma says:
-Sprinting but soon slows to a jog as she begins to pace herself-
Traci says:
-Taken to the E.R. to get the bullets out and stuffs-
Neoma says:
-Arrives in the hospital, sweating and huffing with her hair all in disaray. Looks around but then realizes that she wouldn't be allowed anywhere near him as a non-family member. Decides to try anyway. Walks up to the front desk- Where's Conner Donelly?
Traci says:
Nurse: Are you family?
Neoma says:
-Nods- Cousin.
Traci says:
He's in the E.R. right now getting the bullets taken out. If you'll just have a seat, I'll let you know as soon as there's more news.
Neoma says:
-Fidgets awkwardly and shuffles over to a seat. Doesn't really stop moving-

[[.ShadowMouse.]]

ODAN: Conner's Friend With Benefits

Traci says:
-Conner is leaving the library, heading to the main hall since he had promised Nogarth he'd fly with him-
Neoma says:
-Maggie is thinking about what she found out from Aldyth - That Conner is sleeping with someone. Bumps into him- Woah. Hey, Conner. -Pauses and suddenly cooks up a plan- Y'know... we need to talk.
Traci says:
Oh! Hey Bones. Can we talk later? I promised Nogarth I'd go flying with him.
Neoma says:
-Raises an eyebrow- Can it wait? He's always free when you are and I'm sure he'll understand this little chat.
Traci says:
-sighs, having wanted to get out- Alright.
Neoma says:
-Bites her lip for a second, considering- I mean, jeez... I know it's your own time and all but you should've been more careful.
Traci says:
-Confused at what she's talking about- More careful about what?
Neoma says:
-Glares at him- I don't see how she's ready for this. You aren't ready for this.
Traci says:
Maggie, what are you talking about? Who?
Neoma says:
She's pregnant, Conner. -Says it flatly with just the right intonation of disapproval-
Traci says:
-Hesitates for a moment, heat washing over him when he realizes what she's talking about- Thinks: She knows...omg Ariana is pregnant!!! Says: Say that again?
Neoma says:
She's pregnant. -Pauses, still glaring at him- Why weren't you more careful with the contraception?
Traci says:
-Not sure what to say, kinda just stares in shock at her before looking away and sitting down on a nearby bench- I can't believe she's pregnant...
Neoma says:
-Remains standing. Trying to coax a name out of him- Disbelief isn't going to change anything.
Traci says:
-looks up at her- Is she...where is she?
Neoma says:
-Hesitates- I'm not sure.... How long have you been sleeping with her, Conner?
Traci says:
-Gives her a look like "what does that matter?"- That part is none of your business. -stands up- I need to find her...
Neoma says:
-Starts to panic a little but keeps a calm exterior. Rolls her eyes- Don't shoot the messenger. It's just, I haven't really seen you dating her.
Traci says:
We aren't dating. It wasn't supposed to be known. -starts walking off, determined to find Ariana-
Neoma says:
-Follows after him, starting to get a little nervous since he hasn't even mentioned her name-
Traci says:
Maggie, I can handle this, you don't have to follow me.
Neoma says:
You sure? -Thinks quickly- I'll just come for the walk and then leave you alone.
Traci says:
Maggie, Ariana and I need to deal with this ourselves, alright?
Neoma says:
-Stops suddenly with a tap tap tap. Mutters- So that's who. -Pauses- Alright. I'll see you around, Conner.
Traci says:
-Confused at her behavior but doesn't say anything as he rushes off to talk to Ariana-

TIME SKIP
Neoma says:
-In the weightroom, lifting some weights-
Traci says:
-goes into the weightroom after asking someone where to find maggie, sees her there. He is not happy. Motions for the others in the gym to leave the room-
Neoma says:
-Looks up and sees Conner there. Appears completely calm but is a little nervous-
Traci says:
-Also appears calm, but sizzling inside- Can I ask you something, Maggie?
Neoma says:
Sure. Go ahead. -Still continuing to lift the weights-
Traci says:
Why would you make something like up to get into -my- business?
Neoma says:
-Sets down the weights and sighs- Conner... Think of it as a warning. Friends with benefits have a way of ending with a junior.
Traci says:
You're lecturing me? I'm forty years old, Maggie. I can take responsibility for my own actions and I don't need you to dictate everything I do.
Neoma says:
I'm not dictating your actions. On the contrary, you're the one in charge.
Traci says:
You have never butt into my business before, Magdalena. Why now?
Neoma says:
I'm worried. In all these years, you've never even shown the slightest interest in girls and now you've decided to skip all the relationship business get onto baby-making.
Traci says:
I don't expect you to understand, Magdalena. You of all people should know that I dont just jump into things without thinking
Neoma says:
-Nods- I've learned that. So when your birth-control fails, you'll stay by her?
Traci says:
Of course I will. When yours does, are you going to take responsibility as well?
Neoma says:
-Looks down- Conner, I'm in quite a different situation than you. For one, I have a steady relationship. Second, I'd be the one with the baby. There's no walking away from that.
Traci says:
Oh there are definitely ways. However, I wouldn't be there to butt-into your business. If I'd wanted advice from you, I would have asked for it.
Neoma says:
-Glowers at him- Yes, there are ways to rid myself of the child but I wouldn't be able to just walk away and remove myself from the situation. And... if that happened to me, I doubt you would hold back and make yourself scarce.
Traci says:
At least I wouldn't blatantly lie to you to get answers.
Neoma says:
-Expression shifts to a tight smile- You wouldn't have given me the time of day on that matter.
Traci says:
-Really frustrated that she would think that, sighs- I guess we're done here, then.
Neoma says:
-Nods- Guess so. See you around, Conner.
Traci says:
-Walks off without saying another word-

[[.ShadowMouse.]]

Odan: Noah... The Beginning

LE AWESOME! says:
-Conner has called Maggie into his office-
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Sighs as she walks up to Conner's office. Doesn't bother knocking and just opens the door- You rang, Veggie?
LE AWESOME! says:
-Conner is writing in his notebook- You were planning on going to the other caverns today?
Neoma says:
-Nods curtly- Yes. It's been a while and I would like to see how everything is going.
LE AWESOME! says:
-puts his pen down and looks up- I don't mind that you go. I just want you to have an escort.
Neoma says:
-Scrunches her eyebrows together- There's no getting around it, is there? Could I have Summer, then?
LE AWESOME! says:
None whatsoever. And I have already chosen someone to escort you.
Neoma says:
-Frowns at even her first pick getting the axe- Who is it?
LE AWESOME! says:
Noah is taking you. He's already waiting for you in the Main Hall. -back to his writing already-
Neoma says:
Conner, I'm not sure why you're doing this but you should know that we don't exactly see eye-to-eye. -Trying to get his attention again-
LE AWESOME! says:
-looks up- You don't?
Neoma says:
-Rephrases- You may trust him but I would rather have someone that I trust as well.
LE AWESOME! says:
-sighs, putting his pen down and running his hand through his hair- You know how I feel about tension in the Wing. You two will just have to sort it out.
Neoma says:
-Looks at him, defeated- There isn't any way to get you to change your mind about sending him with me on the long flight?
LE AWESOME! says:
-smirks- Sorry Bones. Not this time.
Neoma says:
-Sighs and turns to leave. Walks out and goes to the main hall-
LE AWESOME! says:
-calls after her- What, no goodbye?
Neoma says:
-Smiles to herself- Have a good fall. -Calls out as she walks off-
LE AWESOME! says:
-smiles and gets back to work-
Noah: -standing in the main hall next to his dragon, waiting for the Queen- I just don't see why he chose -me- is all.
Sarath: He trusts you. Isn't that something? The -Captain- trust -you- to guard the Queen.
Noah: -still talking out loud to his dragon- Well...-yeah- that is something...but she's just so...I dunno. Snobby. I can't stand to be around her -scratches back of head-
Neoma says:
-Walks up just in time to hear him speak and frowns. Continues toward Aldyth- Nice to know your opinion of me. Don't worry, I tried to get Conner to relieve you.
LE AWESOME! says:
-back is turned to her and he freezes at the sound of her voice, squinting his nose as if he just smelled something horrible and then he lips a few cuss words to himself before turning- Hello, my -Queen- I apologize for what you...-glances at Sarath- ...overheard. Shall we be leaving now? -voice full of a sarcastic undertone-
Neoma says:
-Sighs and wishes it was Summer with her again. Smiles up at Aldyth and looks back at Noah- Sooner begun, sooner done. Far be it for me to prolong your suffering. -Climbs up onto Aldyth's back-
LE AWESOME! says:
-sarcastic smile- At least we're on the same page. -hopes up on Sarath- After you, my Queen.
Neoma says:
-Grits her teeth at what he called her but doesn't say anything as she and Aldyth get up into the air. Waits a moment for him to do the same and starts off-
LE AWESOME! says:
-Sarath launches into the air and takes his place next to the Queen- Ready?
Neoma says:
-Nods- Let's just get going. -She and Aldyth fly off toward the other caverns and since she doesn't have anyone else to talk to, she discusses Conner's choice with Aldyth-
LE AWESOME! says:
-follows beside the Queen, Sarath having to flap faster to keep up but doing well; Noah converses with Sarath while they fly-
Sarath: Why don't you at least try talking to her?
Noah: -to Sarath- Ughh. Fine.
Neoma says:
-Aldyth notices that she's going faster than Sarath's most comfortable rate, slows down a little-
LE AWESOME! says:
Noah: So...Your Highness...why are you headed to the other caverns...if you don't mind me asking.
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Frowns a little deeper when he speaks up- Please, my name is Magdalena. And, I'm heading to caverns to check up on things. In times past, they've needed a little extra help here and there. Plus, it's important to maintain relations.
LE AWESOME! says:
Alright, Magdalena. -to Sarath- What a conversation killer. -to Maggie- I see.
Neoma says:
-Nods, inwardly quite pleased that -someone- called her by her name- You've been there before, haven't you?
LE AWESOME! says:
Yeah Your hi- Magdalena. I was a part of the second group sent there.
Neoma says:
-Beginning to smile- What did you think?
LE AWESOME! says:
-shrugs- I prefer Emeris, but it's nice over there too. It'll be even better once it's all done and it's lookin' great so far. -pauses- What about you?
Neoma says:
Personally, I love it. When things are frustrating at Emeris, going there is a good escape since it still counts as work.
LE AWESOME! says:
-trying to keep the converstion up, becoming intrigued- What frustrates you at Emeris? -realizing it's a broad question- Anything in particular, I mean?
Neoma says:
-Smirks as she thinks up ways to answer- Atticus. He's loved to bug me since we were children. Dealing with the issues among the workers.
Aldyth: If you're being honest, Conner bugs you too sometimes.
LE AWESOME! says:
-chuckles at the Atticus part- Yeah, Atticus can take a while to get used to. -smirks-
Sarath: You didn't take long to get used to him. You were instant friends.
Noah: -to Sarath- Hush. We're talking.
Neoma says:
-Grimaces- I've only had a few decades. -Shakes her head- By now, I can handle him but you seemed to take to him quickly.
LE AWESOME! says:
Yeah well, it's a guy thing. We can stand each other. -smirks- So what's the story with you and Conner? He doesn't say much about it except that you two are like brother and sister.
Neoma says:
Aldyth: Can't you just say that you haven't made much progress?
Maggie: -to Aldyth- No way. -Pauses when he asks about her and Conner's relationship- We came to Emeris together. A lot of people banded together when the bombs dropped.
LE AWESOME! says:
Ah. -not sure what to say to that, noticing she's keeping it vague-
Neoma says:
-Smiles at him- He's the reason I'm here. -Then goes silent and looks foward-
LE AWESOME! says:
-nods- He's a good guy.
Neoma says:
-Just nods since she doesn't really have anything more to say-
Aldyth: That's probably the most you've said to him since he became a dragonrider.
LE AWESOME! says:
-glances over at her, subtley checking her out before looking away-
Sarath: Wait a second...was that what I thought it was?
Noah: Shut up, Sarath.
Sarath: You were checking her out!
Noah: She's hot, alright? I'll give her that.
Neoma says:
Maggie: We never had anything to say before. You know we don't get along.
Aldyth: I do but I also know that you used to have a different opinion of him.
LE AWESOME! says:
-Noah sees something in the distance- Whoa, hold up, Magdalena. Someone is coming.
Neoma says:
Maggie: -Squints and then her eyes widen as she sees it- Yeah. It's too far to tell who they are or where they're from though.
LE AWESOME! says:
Noah: Stay here, I'll scout ahead and see if it's one of ours. -Sarath speeds up quickly to meet the thing in the distance-
Neoma says:
-Aldyth and Maggie stop and hover there as they wait for Noah-
LE AWESOME! says:
-flies until the object comes into view, and he realizes it's another blue rider; Sarath comes to a stop and hovers- State your name and dragon's name!
-Maggie's waiting impatiently, muttering her to herself-
LE AWESOME! says:
-other rider says nothing, just hovers in his place-
Sarath: -mind uneasy- He's not one of ours. The dragon won't speak either.
Noah: Your name! This is our last warning!
-still silent but the dragon breaks into flight fast, huffing to blow a flame-
Noah: -eyes widen- Evasive manuevers! -Sarath way ahead of him, dives down underneath to avoid the fire and is missed-
Neoma says:
-Aldyth lurches foward when she sees the other dragon attack. Continues flying toward them-
LE AWESOME! says:
-makes a u-turn upward to come up toward the other dragon's underbelly, ramming into it hard and knocking it out of the sky- Keep on him, Sarath! Go!
-as other dragon tries to fly off, Sarath chases, nipping at its tail-
Neoma says:
-Aldyth hurries toward them but since Sarath's already flying quickly, it's taking some time to catch up-
LE AWESOME! says:
-manages to bite and hold onto the tail, causing the other dragon to rear back, squealing and flailing around; Noah makes his move by standing up on Sarath's back, drawing his sword and racing across his comrade's neck and head to get to the top of the other dragon; takes the rider by surprise and stabs him in the back; pulls sword out and lets the body drop as the dragon starts spazzing out
-leaps off of the other dragon and into the air, Sarath comes around and catches him again-
Neoma says:
-Catches up but sees that there's little left to do. While the dragon spazzes, Aldyth finds it much easier to get a good grip on it's neck and break it-
LE AWESOME! says:
-patting Sarath's neck- Just one? No way it's that easy.
Neoma says:
-Looks over at Noah- That was quick.
LE AWESOME! says:
What was quick?
Neoma says:
-Shakes her head with a slight smile- Nevermind.
LE AWESOME! says:
Noah: -looking around to be cautious- We need to get a move on; there may be more coming.
Neoma says:
Yes, of course. I don't mean to make it difficult for the poor soul that has to escort me. -Smirks at him as she and Aldyth pick up speed again-
LE AWESOME! says:
-smirks and follows beside her- Weeeell. I'm finding that it's not so bad, after all.

[[.ShadowMouse.]]

Odan: Jason Speaks

Traci says:
-Jason's men are dragging Maggie back toward her cell-
Neoma says:
-Maggie is cursing and kicking at them just for spite. She knows she's not going to win this battle-
Traci says:
-They throw her into the cell, one of the men kicking her in the stomach when she's down just for good measure before they lock her in-
Neoma says:
-Grunts and immediately curles up on the ground, holding her stomach and trying to catch her breath-
Traci says:
-Jason walks into the room and orders his men to leave so he can talk to the girl alone. They listen and leave, shutting the door behind them-
Jason: -With fake concern- Oh...he didn't hurt you, did he?
Neoma says:
-Looks up at him and her expression suddenly hardens. Selects a word from Atty's arsenal- ******** you.
Traci says:
-Laughs- A young lady such as yourself should have better manners than that. -limps toward the cell and stands close to the bar, looking down at her-
Neoma says:
-Slowly sits up and stares at him- You don't deserve any manners. Rot in hell, b*****d.
Traci says:
-Smirks- If I do, I'll be sure to say hi to your...-Captain- for you. -mocking tone-
Neoma says:
-Pauses and pales since she already thinks he's dead. Swallows-
Traci says:
Oh...-pretending to be shocked- you heard?
Neoma says:
-Stares at him, feeling sick for Conner- I swear, if I get out of this cage I'll bash your skull in.
Traci says:
I'm sure. -Deliberately pauses for a moment and starts walking along the outside of the cell- The same way I bashed Conner's skull several times after I shot him.
Neoma says:
-Expression starts drifting away from firm and more toward pained. Feels like her heart's in her throat- You're the one that shot him? -Says this quietly and as calm as she can manage-
Traci says:
-Realizes that he's getting to her and continues- Oh yeah. That little b*****d thought he could get me first, but he underestimated me.
Neoma says:
-Swallows again and blinks to maintain her tear-free countenance. Attempts to harden her expression once more- Conner came here for diplomacy.
Traci says:
Yeahh. Too bad he's dead now. Would you like to know what he said before he died?
Neoma says:
-This wasn't quite as effective as before. Remains steady- No. Anything he said would only come out twisted through you. So shut the ******** up.
Traci says:
You're right. I probably shouldn't talk about how the coward begged for me to spare his life.
Neoma says:
-Here, she smirks in a shallow victory- Liar. Conner would never do something like that.
Traci says:
-Very cool about it- You wouldn't think it, would you? But it's amazing how you can meet the true boy once he realizes he's about to die.
Neoma says:
-Shakes her head, trying to deny it- Liar! We've been there before! Conner could never... beg. -It's getting to her though-
Traci says:
-Getting a sick sort of pleasure out of this- I don't know...wouldn't -you- do it if you have been shot in all of your limbs?
Neoma says:
-And she cracks. Stares at him with this haunted expression- Just shut up.... -Doesn't want to hear this-
Traci says:
I don't know, maybe I misheard. Maybe he just wanted me to end his suffering. Oh, did he suffer...
Neoma says:
-Puts her head down on her knees- Shut up.... Stop opening that vile mouth of yours.
Traci says:
-Kneels down so he's eye-level with her- Oh, I'm sorry...did he mean more to you than just -Captain-?
Neoma says:
-Looks up and stares at him for a second before shaking her head. Better deny him than give him more fodder-
Traci says:
-Scoffs before standing back up- Don't worry, the rest of your friends will join him soon.
Neoma says:
-Continues shaking her head. Too troubled and heartsick to tell him how wrong he is-
Traci says:
All but you. I want you to live as long...as possible. -Says this as he walks out-

[[.ShadowMouse.]]

Oye: Ashton's Captured
Medieval Series
Caught

Traci says:
-Ash turns to the whole group- There's no way we're going to lose them at this rate. One of us has to stay back and lure them off the trail. -looks around at everyone for a moment- It's gonna have to be me.
Neoma says:
-Priya pauses and gives Ash a blank stare. She sees the logic of his words but still starts going through the group one by one until it comes down to her and Ash- No, Ashton. It's more important to get you all to safety.
Traci says:
If we go on like this, we're all gonna get caught. If it's just me, all of you will still have a chance.
Neoma says:
-Raises an eyebrow at him- Doesn't the same go for me?
Traci says:
They want me alive, Priya. They'll just kill you and keep coming for us.
Neoma says:
-Also knows that they wouldn't hesitate to shoot her down given the opportunity- I'm better at evading and escaping than you.
Traci says:
Priya...-Looks at her with a firm expression but it softens for her- You know there's no other way.
Neoma says:
-Torn and clearly doesn't like it. Pauses for a second and curses- That's just like you.
Traci says:
What? To do the right thing? I don't want to argue, Priya. We don't have time. You know it's true.
Neoma says:
-Nods slowly- ... Yes. -Looks down in resignation- If you're determined to do it.
Traci says:
-Looks at everyone before walking up to Priya and gently pulling her to the side to talk privately- I'm not just doing this for them, Priya. I'm doing this for you.
Neoma says:
-Shakes her head with a grave touch to her expression- Everything I've been doing up until now has been for you and those children.
Traci says:
I know. -Reaches up and caresses her face gently- And i am grateful. But now it's my turn to look after you. -A warm smile appears on his lips-
Neoma says:
-Sighs and smiles back at him with some unsteadiness before giving him a quick peck- If they don't kill you by accident, we'll come for you when possible.
Traci says:
-Puts his hand on the back of her head and pulls her in for a better kiss than that. Parts with her after a moment- I'll be waiting for you, then. -Caresses her cheek with his thumb one more time before turning quickly and walking off toward their pursuers-
Neoma says:
-Even more upset than when he first brought it up but swallows a breath to calm herself and drags herself back up to her normal stride (if stiffer than normal) and goes back to the group- Time to go.
Traci says:
-Ash takes a deep breath, forcing himself not to look back. A nervous pit is resting in the bottom of his stomach as he begins to walk faster-
-Aramis stares after Ash for a moment before looking at Priya and then the rest of the group- We'll come back for him, but for now we have to go. C'mon. -starts to move with the others, urging them forward-
Neoma says:
-Priya nods unhappily and looks back at Ash- I'll catch up to you guys later.
Traci says:
Aramis: Priya wait...don't.
-Ash can see the guards through the trees and he gets to the edge, looking out and not revealing himself yet-
Neoma says:
-Glances back over at Aramis but continues watching over Ashton- Just get the children out of here. I would like to linger a moment longer.
Traci says:
Aramis: -stares at her for a moment before nodding- C'mon kids. -makes them move faster-
-Ash takes a deep breath, drawing the sword Aramis ahd given him and then sheathing it behind him at his back to hide it-
Neoma says:
-Smiles at Aramis before she locks her gaze onto Ashton, breathing very quietly. Scared at what'll happen-
Traci says:
-Ash hesitates a moment before finally walking out into the open where all of the guards can see him. There is a small commotion as many of them start getting ready, but Ash continues to move forward. Several give orders for him to put his hands up which he does, moving his hands toward his head slowly-
Neoma says:
-As the scene starts, Priya holds her breath and teleports just a little closer but still out of sight and well out of mind-
Traci says:
-Guards start approaching Ash, believing that he is surrendering. Ash moves his hands behind his head and grasps the hilt of his sword. Just as the guards get close enough, Ash draws it quickly, striking one hard in the neck and then the other in the leg, sending them both to the ground severely injured. The other guards shout and start moving in quickly-
Neoma says:
-Priya is watching intently, inwardly pleased that Ashton did well enough on his first encounter-
Traci says:
-Ash realizes quickly that they were right; the guards aren't trying to kill him. One runs up to him sword raised, but instead sends a punch into Ash's face. Ash counters with an elbow to the guys nose, sending him back a few steps before he stabs the sword into the guy's stomach-
Neoma says:
-Wishes she could step in to help but also knows that she shouldn't do anything. It's killing her-
Traci says:
-A guard on a horse is rushing up to Ash with a net to catch him. Ash manages to dodge out of the way, going to the opposite side and stabbing the guy on the horse and pulling him off before sheathing his sword so he has two free hands. The horse is about to run off, but Ash manages to grab a hold of the saddle and pull himself semi-up while the horse starts running off-
Neoma says:
-Eyes widen as she sees what's going on. It starts putting a midget smile on her face-
Traci says:
-Ash struggles to stay on the horse as it picks up speeds. He has his other leg over it to straddle, but he can't manage to get his bearings. He looks back and sees several guards on horses gaining on him-
Neoma says:
-Squints her eyes to see what's going on-
Traci says:
-Ash manages to keep his distance and even puts some more in between him and the guards as he makes twists and turns across the fields. He looks back to see how far they are and he sees that they have slowed down. When he turns to look ahead again, the leader [[[Malik]] is right there running toward him on his horse and hits Ash right in the face with a large blunt object, knocking Ash off of his
horse because of the extreme force of the blow and sending him to the ground. The horse runs off without a rider-
Neoma says:
-As she's trying to follow what's happening, she suddenly sees Ash's horse and someone else clash but she missed the result until she sees the horse running off without a rider. Her heart sinks and she swallows-
Traci says:
-Ash is struggling to get back up from the ground, in pain from the hit and blood is dripping out of his mouth. Malik trots up on his horse before jumping down and landing nearby. Kicks Ash in the stomach hard- Pathetic.
Neoma says:
-Can't see but is hesitant to get any closer with the guards and soldiers around. Worried-
Traci says:
-Grunts and shouts when his breath is knocked out of him before he coughs blood. Malik motions to his men who are now dismounted from their own horses and walk over, picking Ash up roughly by his arms and starts dragging him behind Malik who is leading them back to where the guards were in the beginning-
Neoma says:
-Understands what's going on but it's disenheartening to see that it happened so quickly. Expression tightens but she swallows and starts heading back to meet up with Aramis-
Traci says:
-Malik stops and turns to face Ash as he's brought up closer- Clever trick there, boy. I'm sure your friends are far away by now.
-Small smile turns up the corners of Ash's mouth-
Malik: It won't be too long now, though. They will be joining you soon.

[[.ShadowMouse.]]

Oye: Ashton's Tortured
Medieval Series
Caught

Traci says:
-Ash's hands are shackled together and dangling from the low ceiling. Malik is standing in front of him staring him down with a dark smirk on his face, about to begin "working" on him-
Neoma says:
-Priya is sitting restlessly in the inn. Thinking about Ashton and what could be happening to him. Can't stand not knowing-
Traci says:
-Ash's breath is quivering slightly at the thought about what's going to happen. Malik motions to his men and they move in on him, ripping Ash's shirt off before turning him around- Malik: And now for the fun part. -unfurls a long whip-
Neoma says:
-Squeezes her eyes shut for a moment, trying to decide what to do. Then slowly begins to write out a complicated spell to leave her body here while she goes out to see Ashton, making sure to write in the modifier so only Ash would be able to see and hear her-
Traci says:
-One of the guards gag Ash so he can't bite his tongue and get out easy. Malik brings his arm back and whips Ash with it, the lash creating a long cut across his back and making him let out a muffled scream and his body jump automatically-
Neoma says:
-When she finishes penning the last line of the spell, her world goes dark for a moment. Then she finds herself floating by Ash and Malik just in time to see Ash get whipped. Winces-
Neoma says:
-Glares at Malik, knowing that he can't see her. Her expression sours when he whips Ashton again- Lie, if you must.
Traci says:
-Hears another voice in the room. It sounded like Priya at first, but he knew he must be hallucinating. Instead, he braces himself for the next lashing-
-Ash remains silent and bites down hard on the gag while Malik delivers twenty lashes to him.-
Traci says:
-Hears another voice in the room. It sounded like Priya at first, but he knew he must be hallucinating. Instead, he braces himself for the next lashing-
-Ash remains silent and bites down hard on the gag while Malik delivers twenty lashes to him.-
Neoma says:
-Flinches in torment as Malik delivers twenty harsh blows to Ash- Oh Ashton... -Pauses, trying to think of something to say- This wasn't in vain. Everyone else is safe.
Traci says:
-Continues hearing a voice that sounds like Priya. Wants to say something back to her but before he does, the two guards come back over to him and unshackle his hands. They hold him up by his arms, taking out the gag before starting to drag him over to where Malik is leading them, letting his legs scrap against the stone floor. Manages to utter a quiet- ...Priya...?
Neoma says:
-Worried about Ash. Follows the guards as they start to take Ashton somewhere else- I'm here. I'm sorry.
Traci says:
-Malik leads them to a barrel of water before pulling Ash up and dunking his head inside, holding him under for a long time as he struggles against their grip.-
Neoma says:
-Eyes widen as she sees what they're doing now. Wants to stop this one especially- He's afraid of drowning!
Traci says:
-Pull him up at the last second. Ash takes a deep breath, or tries to at least before they dunk him again and hold him down-
Neoma says:
-Upset and knows she could stop watching anytime she wants but can't take her eyes off him and what they're doing to him-
Traci says:
-Pull him back up and Malik motions for them to wait- Where were you going? Hm? Where are your friends now?
-Ash is taking quick breaths, still recovering from the panic, but as soon as he can speak again he spurts out- ******** you. -Malik motions to his guards again and they dunk him again, this time holding him under longer-
Neoma says:
Stop it! -Wishes she could help- Lie, Ashton! Tell them we're going out toward the desert!
Traci says:
-Can't hear her under the water. He's starting to panic even more 'casue he is out of oxygen, his body beginning to jump even more as he starts to see black over his eyes and purple dots. They pull him out at the last minute again, and let him drop to the ground on his back, hurting his open wounds. He rolls over, coughing water-
Neoma says:
-Quiets down when he's out and on the ground again. Slowly drifts down to his level so she's not towering over him-
Traci says:
-Opens his eyes as he catches his breath and sees Priya over him. He reaches up to touch her but can't. Just as he is about to say something, he can see Malik's guards through her coming up behind and then straight through, yanking him off of the ground and dragging him back to hook him back on the shackles-
Neoma says:
-Shudders when they walk through her, never having gotten used to it. Gets up and follows after the guards dragging Ashton- They aren't trying to kill you at least. They like you better alive.
Traci says:
-Breathing out, still not coherent about Priya's presence completely- Priya...get out of here....hurry...
Neoma says:
-Shakes her head- They can't hurt me. Don't worry. -Eying him with a worried expression, looking over his stripes-
Traci says:
-They shackle him up again and Malik notices Ash's eyes follow him while he walks over to a fire going on in the corner and he pulls out a hot iron- So I noticed that you and that...wizard woman were rather close. -smirks as he blows on the flame at the end. Ash takes deep breaths as he watches, knowing what's coming.
Malik: -walking over to Ash- Perhaps I should have my men bring -her- here to join you.
Ash: -gritting his teeth and trying not to let Malik's words get to him but they are anyway- If you ever touch her...
Malik: You'll what? -Kill- me? -as he says it, he presses the hot iron against Ash's stomach. Ash screams as it burns his flesh, his body involuntarily jumping-
Neoma says:
-Cringes. Even knowing what they could do to him beforehand hadn't prepared her for actually -seeing- it. After all, she'd been far removed from such sights- Don't let him get to you...
Traci says:
Malik: That sounds like it hurts. How would you like me to do it to that cute little wizard? -presses it against his shoulder tihs time and he lets out another scream- She will be the first I kill when I find them. Oh, and I will make it last.
Neoma says:
Cute little wizard, my a**. -Feeling sick inside as she knows that Ashton is hearing all this. Doesn't even know what it's doing to his mind under these stresses- He won't get us. You did what you set out to do.
Traci says:
Malik: I'm sure she screams very nicely. -Burns him one more time in the back before tossing the hot iron away. Ash is taking deep breaths, his head down, but he looks up through disheveled hair at Priya, trying to get his mind off of the pain by staring at her-
Neoma says:
It'll be okay... -Swallows when she sees that he's actually looking at her- Everyone is safe. I love you.
Traci says:
-Malik is standing behind Ash now, moving his mouth close to his ear to speak into it, trying to manipulate him- If you tell me where your friends are, I'll spare her life when I find them. No harm will come to her.
Ash: -still looking at Priya, he lips "I love you too," before replying to Malik- And the...others? What becomes...of them? -voice is weak and shakey-
Neoma says:
-Begins to shake her head vigorously- Never tell him the truth because he won't do the same for you. -A little happy about what he mouthed though- You can lie. It's okay.
Traci says:
Malik: If they cooperate, no one will be harmed. We'll just bring them in for questioning. Not in -this- way of course. -indicating the torture-
Ash: -listening to Priya, thinking about it for a moment- We...were going toward the Dead Lands.
Neoma says:
-Swallows and smiles at him. Hoping Malik buys it. Besides, their path isn't too strange if that's their destination-
Traci says:
Malik: Ah, I see we have a liar on our hands...y'know. We have a special thing we do to liars. -Starts walking back around to face Ash-
Neoma says:
-Beginning to panic again- There's a plateau on the southern end of the dead lands and some mountains north of that. Elaborate!
Traci says:
Ash: -grasping at straws- T-there was a mountain range Aramis talked about...something about losing the guards in there before...making our way past a plateau. -very hard to lie when in so much pain-
Malik: -pauses a moment, holding a knife in his hand as he looks over Ash, thinking things through-
Neoma says:
-Practically holding her breath. Quite scared but if their gamble works out, it'll buy Ashton some time-
Traci says:
-Reaches out and snatches Ash by the neck, pulling him close and staring the boy in the eyes- If you are lying, you're going to regret it. -motions to his guards before leaving the dungeon, leaving one to keep an eye on the prisoner-
Neoma says:
-Breathes a sigh of relief for Ashton and her form sags- We need to get you out of here before he finds you out...
Traci says:
-Looks over at Priya. Weakly- So....everyone is safe?
Neoma says:
-Nods slolwy- Kris, Hayley, and Andrew are here without a scratch on them. Hayley misses you.... Darren is recovering.
Traci says:
-Nods slowly- Tell them...that I'm alright, okay? They're just...keeping my in a cell somewhere...
Neoma says:
Ashton... I don't lie. You can't ask me to. -Pauses- If you want, I'll get them to believe something else.
Traci says:
-Smiles a little at that- I know. Just...tell them that I'm alive...and in one piece?
Neoma says:
-Smiles in return- Alright. I can do that much for you. I'm sorry about this. -Forgetting that this wouldn't be something he's used to-
Traci says:
It's not your fault...just to me a favor, okay?
Neoma says:
-Nods- I could also stay here with you for a while longer if you wanted. Before I go back.
Traci says:
No...please...just...go back to them. Don't appear again...it's making this...harder. -hard to say that 'cause he really wants her but he knows it's for the best- I love you...
Neoma says:
-A little stung and disenheartened and a little of that comes into her expression- I see... I'll meet up with you another time then.
Traci says:
Priya...I love you, okay? You know that, right?
Neoma says:
-Sighs and nods- So you've told me. I love you too. I'll let Hayley know. -Waves as she begins to tear the spell apart with whispered words-
Traci says:
Ari: -walks into Priya's room without knocking and sees her unconscious- Hey...Priya? You alright? -when she doesn't answer he walks over and shakes her. Then he realizes she's barely breathing- Priya!
Neoma says:
-When she's finished pulling the strings of the spell apart, she begins to stir to a colder body than she left. And Aramis- Oh... hello, Aramis.
Traci says:
You alright?
Neoma says:
-Nods, her expression deteriorating as she remembers what all Malik did to Ashton-
Traci says:
What's going on, Priya? Spill it.
Neoma says:
-Stares at him for a moment before looking down- We need to go get Ashton soon.
Traci says:
That's what I came to tell you. Darren, Andrew and I are goin' on a little stroll. We'll be back with your sex-muffin soon.
Neoma says:
-Doesn't even react to that, still quite troubled- Good. He's running on a timer right now. What runs faster? You or Malik's information?
Traci says:
Me, of course. How could you even think otherwise?
Neoma says:
-Sighs- Just go.
Traci says:
No smooches before I leave?
Neoma says:
-In absolutely no mood to handle Aramis's brand of playfulness. Glares at him as she gets up to go herself-
Traci says:
Gotcha. -runs off to get the boys and go-

[[.ShadowMouse.]]

Oye: Ashton's Returned
Medieval Series
Caught

Traci says:
-Aramis is struggling now to carry Ash into the city; he's exhausted and in pain from his arrow wound in the shoulder, but he's still moving rather quickly-
Neoma says:
-Waiting inside the in for Aramis to return with Ashton. Can't focus on her text, so she's given up and is just staring out the window-
Traci says:
-There is a commotion in the town when several people notice Aramis coming into town with the others- Ari: We need a healer!
Neoma says:
-Still waiting. Either hasn't seen the commotion or doesn't understand what it's for-
Traci says:
-Kicks open the door to the inn they are staying and sees Priya sitting inside- Priya...we need to find the healer, fast. -Ash unconscious on his shoulder-
Neoma says:
-Gets up immediately when the door opens and she sees Aramis carrying Ash. Nods hurriedly- I know where he lives. He runs a potion shop down this street on the way to the market district.
Traci says:
Alright, bring him here quickly. -winces- I'll take Ash to the room and lay him down.
Neoma says:
-Nods and rushes out the door to retireve the healer-
Traci says:
-Walks upstairs slowly, struggling more and more as time wears on. Finally makes it to the room and lays Ash down carefully on the bed before starting to strip off his shirt where most of his wounds are
Neoma says:
-Arrives at the healers house and stands there knocking until a very tired wizard answers the door. From his apparel, it's obvious he'd been down for a nap but Priya ignores this and simply offers him money. He comes-
Traci says:
Ari: Don't worry, buddy, help is coming...hang in there. -notices blood on Ash's back but dares not to move him very much anymore. a lot of damage has already been done-
Neoma says:
-Soon enough, comes back with the healer and makes her way up the stairs. Once they're both in the room, Priya guestures toward Ash- This... is your project. You shall be well compensated.
Henry: -Eyes the boy on the bed with a frown, taking in all his wounds and the blood. Clicks his tongue as he steps closer to begin work- What did you do to him?
Traci says:
Ari: -not caring that he's the one being accused- I tortured him and then brought him to be healed. Now can you fix him up or not?
Neoma says:
Henry: -Looks over at him with an expression of disapproval- Yes. He won't be comfortable when he wakes up but he will wake up. -Finds the major wounds to take care of first-
Traci says:
-Ari watches as he rips a piece of cloth off of a bed sheet and starts wrapping his shoulder tightly with it, struggling to do it with one arm
-Since he wasn't told to fix Aramis as well, he just focuses on Ash and starts chasing whatever blood that hasn't dried yet back into Ash's body and then seals up the wounds-
Traci says:
-Groans escape Ash as he lays there, stirring a little-
Aramis: -looks at Priya- You sure you want to be here at the moment? Your boy isn't as good-looking as usual.
Neoma says:
Priya: -Sighs and in answer, plops down on the chair near the bed- I saw much of this as it was happening. I can stand to watch it get fixed.
Traci says:
-Aramis sits next to her- Ah, so -that's- what you were doing.
Neoma says:
Henry: -A little disturbed at their conversation but as a wizard himself, he realizes what she most likely meant- This boy is yours?
Priya: -Nods to Aramis- Yes... I needed to see how he was doing. He, of course, told me to go away later on. -Pauses, slightly embarassed at Henry's question-
Traci says:
Ari: Yeah, the man is hers. -smirks- But you should stop concerning yourself with that and start concernign yourself with healing him. What are we paying you for?
Neoma says:
Henry: -Has already been on it and is finished with the major wounds on his front. Flips Ash over to take a look at his back- If you could heal yourself, you wouldn't need me. Hold your tongue until you learn.
Priya: -Chuckles quietly, watching as he fixes up another wound from being whipped-
Traci says:
-mumbles- Better hold -your- tongue or I'll rip it out.
Neoma says:
Henry: -Doesn't pause in his work even though he hears and understand Ari's grumbling- My, my. How arogant.
Henry: -Finishes-
Traci says:
-Smirks- THIS guy. -shakes head and stands up- All done? -starts reaching for some gold coins to pay him-
Neoma says:
Henry: -Stands up as well, wiping his brow. A pleased smile is on his face as he looks over his work- Just don't let him get up immediately. He'll regret it.
Priya: -Smiling, thinking how that won't make Ashton very happy at all-
Traci says:
-Takes out a handful of gold- This should do. -hands it to Henry-
Neoma says:
Henry: -Takes the gold and pockets it- Thanks for the business. Come see me again soon. -Chuckles at his own mini-joke as he walks out-
Traci says:
Aramis: Yeah yeah over my dead body.
Neoma says:
Priya: -Shakes her head- He did what we called him to do. -Reaches over and fingers one of the scars he got from being scorched-
Traci says:
Aramis: Your boy is strong. Didn't tell 'em anything.
Neoma says:
-Nods solemly- I know. He even lied to them and told Malik we were going to through the mountain range by the dead lands.
Traci says:
-nods and looks down at the unconscious Ash- You should give him a little something when he comes to -winks-
Neoma says:
-Smiles, not looking up at Aramis- Are you sure you're the best person to give relationship advice?
Traci says:
Hey, I'm -just- sayin'...-pauses a moment- I guess i'll leave you two alone. Gotta go patch up my arm anyway.
Neoma says:
-Nods- You could've asked Henry to fix it while he was here.
Traci says:
That guy? Nahh. He was too pompous for my liking. I don't think i would want him rubbing off on me.
Neoma says:
-Grins- He's probably been living among humans too long. Forgetting a few things because he's special here. -Pauses- Go clean up.
Traci says:
Probably. -bows his head exaggeratingly before exiting-
-Ash stirs a little, slowly waking up-
Neoma says:
-Chuckles quietly and returns her eyes to Ashton as he begins to wake up- Ashton?
Traci says:
-Half asleep and dreaming. Sees Malik in his dream and that he has a hold of Priya- No...
Neoma says:
-Her eyebrows pull together and she puts her hand over his gently- Shh. You're safe now. -Misunderstanding what it's about-
Traci says:
-body becomes tense and he forces his eyes open, barely comprehending that he's safe- Priya...? No....they got you..
Neoma says:
-Confused but then remembers what Malik was telling him as he tortured Ash- No, no. I'm here. Aramis got you out.
Traci says:
-Looks around before trying to sit up fast, only his body is still in a lot of pain. He winces and grunts at how sore he is-
Neoma says:
-Pushes him back down onto the bed gently- Stay put. Apparently you're not allowed up for a little.
Traci says:
-Sighs and groans- Ugh I can see why....-pauses a moment- what happened?
Neoma says:
Aramis went to go get you and brought you back. An old acquaintance of mine healed you.
Traci says:
How long have I been out?
Neoma says:
-Pauses- Since you got here? Not long at all.
Traci says:
-Nods and stares at her, not wanting to take his eyes off of her- I didn't think I would see you again.
Neoma says:
-Looks down, having worried about that herself even though she knew they wouldn't want him dead- I was worried they'd accidentally kill you.
Traci says:
-Reaches up to touch her face- I wish you hadn't seen some of that...
Neoma says:
-Tilts her head toward his hand a little- I don't mind though. I would've stayed.
Neoma says:
I love you too. -Leans over and gives him a peck-
Traci says:
-Before she can back away, he pulls her closer for a more intimate kiss than that-
Neoma says:
-Off balance from being pulled closer to Ash and is forced to quickly put her hand on the bed to support herself-
Traci says:
-Kisses her passionately and doesn't want to let her go-
Neoma says:
-Had been trying to be careful with Ash since he's still sore and probably hurting but she's perfectly happy like this too. Returns the kiss with enthusiasm-
Traci says:
-Reaches up with his second hand to hold her as he kisses her some more, ignoring the pain in his body.-
Neoma says:
-Brings her free hand over to caress his face gently. Still aware that he just got fixed up and reluctantly breaks away from him-
Traci says:
-Longing to hold her more but she breaks away.- What's wrong?
-Trying not to look like he's in pain at the moment since he just wants to be close to her at the moment-
Neoma says:
-Still leaning over toward him. Smiles at him- Are you okay? You haven't had a chance to rest yet.
Traci says:
I'm...better. -not wanting to lie though he knows she probably won't let him hold her if she knows he's still hurting- I'd be even better if you come lay here with me.
Neoma says:
-Raises her eyebrows, not really believing him- If I crawl into bed with you, you'll never rest.
Traci says:
Actually, it would probably -help- me rest if you were here with me...
Neoma says:
-Pauses and eyes him for a moment, not sure how to respond to that. Would like to but is more concerned about his well-being- If you try something I'll get out. And you do have to rest.
Traci says:
-Raises his arms up a little in surrender- I won't try anything that would push me too far.
Neoma says:
-Notices his choice of words and narrows her eyes but lifts up the covers and crawls in anyway-
Traci says:
-Reaches over and wraps an arm around her, getting closer-
Neoma says:
-Snuggles in next to him, just enjoying his presence-
Neoma says:
-Is about to agree but then stops herself just in case she later realizes that she shouldn't- I'll stay for the moment. I'll stay with you in the room.
Traci says:
Please?
Neoma says:
-Hesitant about promising that sort of thing- As long as you don't abuse my agreement.
Traci says:
I haven't yet, have I?
Neoma says:
-Sighs- Alright. I'll stay here with you.
Traci says:
-Smiles- Thank you. -kisses her-
Neoma says:
-Smiles at him in return- The pleasure is mine, Ashton.
Traci says:
-Brushes a locke of hair out of her face and puts it behind her ear- I don't think I'll be able to sleep
Neoma says:
-Eyes him with slight disapproval- Why do you say that? Nightmares?
Traci says:
-Looks at her for a moment- Maybe a few.
Neoma says:
-Nods in understanding- Nothing to be ashamed of. I've been known to have a few as well.
Traci says:
Lately...they've been involving you. I don't like to see that.
Neoma says:
-Shrugs, smiling lightly to show that she doesn't mind- I should be honored then. I'm important enough to dream about.
Traci says:
-Smiles with her- I want you to be in my good dreams, not my nightmares.
Neoma says:
-Nods in understanding- I think I'd prefer that too. -Crinkles her nose up-

[[.ShadowMouse.]]

Oye: Reunited
Modern Series

Neoma says:
-Priya has just arrived in Ashton's world. Looks around in astonishment at everything but there's little time. Scribbles out the last line of a spell to find Ash on a paper she'd prepared a while back and starts off in the direction indicated.... In a straight line-
Traci says:
-Ash is in his and his brother's shared apartment. Ace isn't home at the moment. Ash has raided the fridge and is sucking all of the beers dry on the couch in front of the tv. Already has a nice buzz going on-
Neoma says:
-Priya is getting lost and confused with the city streets and the alleys. Not to mention everything that's unfamiliar to her entirely. Like cars and traffic signals-
Traci says:
-Ash is a mess. His face is not shaved and he reeks of alcohol.-
Neoma says:
-After a long time of confusion, mistakes, and wrong turns, she finally arrives at his apartment. Knocks and laments that she'll have to do this again to find the others-
Traci says:
-Hears a knock on the door and tries to get off of the couch, falling on the ground. Scrambles to his feet- Coming!
Neoma says:
-Waits patiently. Nervous about seeing Ashton again but really happy. Has missed him-
Traci says:
-Stumbles to the door and unlocks it slowly, finally swinging the door open. Blinks several times to clear his vision and realizes it's a woman. Then he realizes who she looks like and is shocked but at the same time just thinks it's the alcohol- Huh.
Neoma says:
-When the door opens, she already knows who it is thanks to the spell. And with the proximity, it disappears. Smiling widely- Ashton. -But then sees his reaction and smells the alcohol and her smile changes to a grimace- What have you been drinking?
Traci says:
-Lifts the rather large bottle and blinks several times to try to read it. When it's too blurry to see he just presents it like a trophy- This. -hiccup-
Neoma says:
-Eyes the bottle with disgust on her face. Especially since it's not yet evening. Reaches out and tries to take the bottle away-
Traci says:
-Slips out of his hand when she grabs it- Heyyy. That'sss not niccce.
Neoma says:
-Holds the bottle away from him with no intention of giving it back- That's enough drink for you.
Traci says:
But ifff I drinkk more, than you'll probably....stay heree.
Neoma says:
-Frowns, disturbed and disaproving. Immediately swings her arm forward and slaps him across the face- Sober up.
Traci says:
-Stops suddenly when she slaps him, feeling the sting and also just surprised- Waiiiiiiit. That felt...real.
Neoma says:
-Still not quite pleased with the results. Slaps him again on the other cheek- Of course it's real.
Traci says:
-Slowly comprehending what's going on, especially now that both cheeks are stinging- Priya? That's really you?
Neoma says:
-Doesn't slap him again since he's starting to get it- That's right and you've become a drunk.
Traci says:
-Does the motorboat with his lips- Nahhhhhh. This is...nothin'
Neoma says:
-That strikes a nerve with her and she brings her free hand up again and slaps him. Intends it to be the last time so it's good and hard- You'll make a fool of yourself.
Traci says:
Heyy, stop that. -Pauses a moment, still taking it again in his slow brain- Priya, I'm ssso happy to see you. -opens his arms up to embrace her, but sort-of falls into hugging her-
Neoma says:
Ugh... -Would normally be happy to be hugged and even embrace him in return but doesn't like -this-. Awkwardly forces him away from her- Not while you're drunk.
Traci says:
Buut I've missed you. -goes to try and hug her again-
Neoma says:
-Refuses him and holds him at arms' length- Go dunk your head in cold water if that'll help.
Traci says:
Mmm. I've missed that tonnee. -leans on the door for support- Ccome in?
Traci says:
Mmm. I've missed that tonnee. -leans on the door for support- Ccome in?
Neoma says:
-Nods and walks in, still holding the bottle away from Ash. Eyes him cautiously- I was serious with that suggestion. Clean yourself up.
Traci says:
Right-o. -starts moving toward the bathroom and bumps into the door on his way there, stumbling inside. Ow.
Neoma says:
-Sighs and begins to look around the apartment. Marvelling at some things but unhappy with the mess. Quietly goes and sits down on the couch. Then after a second, takes a sip of the bottle she confiscated from Ash-
Traci says:
-Turns on the bathtub and sticks his head under the water- I'm a fish!
Neoma says:
Oh dear... -Groans, listening to him just continues to drink from the bottle. Finds it weird in comparison to her usual but passable-
Traci says:
-Ace comes in through the front door and shuts it, locking it behind him. Turns to see a woman on the couch- Um...who are you?
Neoma says:
-Looks up, the bottle still in hand, and smiles at Ace. Stands up to greet him- Hello. My name is Priya.
Traci says:
Ash: Fishyyy!
Ace: I'm Ace, nice to meet you. Are you one of my brother's friends? -pauses a moment when he hears his brother's voice and then sees the bottle in her hand- s**t, has Ash gotten to the alcohol again?
Neoma says:
-Nods somberly- He never could hold his liquor very well. -Smirks at the thought and pauses- I guess you could say I'm a friend of his.
Traci says:
-Pauses a moment- I'm sorry...what did you say your name was?
Neoma says:
Priya Tomlin. It's good to meet Ashton's brother.
Traci says:
Priya? -chuckles a little shaking his head- So you're the woman, huh? The one he always talks about.
Neoma says:
-Her smile softens a little at that and she looks over toward where Ashton went- Perhaps.
Traci says:
No, it's you. I know it is. He's done nothin' but talk about you since he got back.
Ash: -from bathroom- Ah! Cold!
Neoma says:
I should apologize about that then. For my part, I hadn't expected to see him again. -Still standing with the bottle in hand-
Traci says:
-Looks toward the bathroom where he hears his brother- No need to apologi-excuse me. -Goes to the bathroom to see Ash dunking his head under the faucet. Rolls his eyes as he grabs his brother's shirt colllar and pulls him away. I think that's quite enough. Dry up, change your clothes, and come talk to your guest! You've been moping about her for a year, I think it's time to sober up.
Ash: -scrambles to his feet, his head a little clearer- Alright alright....going going....hey did you know Priya's here? -starts going toward the connecting bedroom-
Neoma says:
-Meanwhile, she's downing whatever alcohol Ashton left in the bottle-
Traci says:
-Re-enters the living room to see her finish off the bottle- Nice to see a woman who can hold her own in drinking.
Neoma says:
-Polishes off the bottle and sets it down on the ground. Looks up at Ace with a smile on her face. Obviously still rock-steady. Surprised by the comment though- What do you mean? Most women I know can drink just fine.
Traci says:
Not here, they don't. Most women drink like Ash. -chuckles as he looks toward the back room-
Neoma says:
-Confused at that. Doesn't quite understand- Why is that? Even a little every day would make for a better drinker than him.
Traci says:
Well alcohol is more of a party drink or something someone drink to let loose. Otherwise, it's coke or water or whatever.
Neoma says:
It's not in the water? -Trying to figure out this culture-
Traci says:
Um...-scratches the back of his head, not quite enjoying explaining -everything-
-Ash stumbles in right then, looking cautious and a little regretful- Priya?
Neoma says:
-Looks up at Ash, relieved to see him seeming at least a little better- There you are.
Traci says:
Ace: I'm gonna go in my bedroom for a bit. -walks out of the room-
Ash: Is it...really you?
Neoma says:
-Just fine with Ace leaving. Only nods to acknowledge that he left and focuses on Ash- Of course.
Traci says:
-Uses the wall to steady himself as he walks toward her. When he's near, he reaches out and takes her in his arms, embracing her-
Neoma says:
-This time, she accepts the embrace and returns it, holding onto him tightly. As long as he's more himself- It's good to have you back.
Traci says:
-pulls his head back to look at her- How did you...? -shakes his head and decides not to ask. instead, just presses his lips against hers for a kiss-
Neoma says:
-Kisses him contentedly. In no real rush to let him go but she knows she should tell him the circumstances under which she came. Waits just a little longer-
Traci says:
-Ash parts his lips from hers for just a moment to say- I've missed you so much. -then resumes kissing her-
Neoma says:
-Breaks away from him after a little more. Pauses and takes a breath to prepare herself- Ashton, I didn't come here on vacation.
Traci says:
-Looks at her for a moment, blinking several times- Oh? I guess...I should have figured.
Neoma says:
-Nods- Actually, I didn't even know I could come. -Says to reassure him-
Traci says:
-Not reasurred- I see. Well...is there a problem? Is something...wrong? Thinks: Are you asking me to be a guest at your wedding or something?
Neoma says:
-Smiles wryly- Yes. Something is wrong. We aren't exactly beloved of the king's son.
Traci says:
-Raises eyebrows- The King had a...son?
Neoma says:
-Sighs- It was no secret among the people. They all had to celebrate his birth.
Traci says:
Well I didn't know...-shakes his head a second, blinking another few times before mentioning- I need to sit. -plops down on the couch, starting to feel sick from drinking too much- What does this have to do with...you being here?
Neoma says:
-Fidgets a little and sits down next to him- I was chased here, Ashton. The boy still has enough connections to persue me.
Traci says:
-Looks at her, concerned- Why does he want you? You didn't kill the King. We did.
Neoma says:
-Stares at him like it's obvious- It's enough that I played a role. He would've wanted me dead even if you were still in that world. Which you aren't.
Traci says:
Do the others know about this?
Neoma says:
-Shakes her head somberly- Aramis should, of course, but he's a little more talented at disappearing. You're the first from here.
Traci says:
We gotta warn them, then. Does the King's son know how to find them?
Neoma says:
-Clicks her tongue against the roof of her mouth- We'll see. I knew how to find you with -pauses, thinking of her hardships trying to get here- minimal difficulty.
Traci says:
-Smirks and is about to say something when his brother walks in and hands him a mug with some coffee in it.-
Ace: Drink it. I'd rather you not act stupid anymore.
Neoma says:
-Looks up at Ace and then looks at the mug, curious as to what the unfamiliar liquid could be- What is it?
Traci says:
Ash: -hates coffee but starts sipping it with a bitter expression on his face- It's called coffee. Tastes nasty.
Ace: Then you shouldn't have gotten into my booze.
Neoma says:
-Smirks and chuckles quietly- Funny how the first day I met you, you got drunk and now you're drunk again.
Traci says:
Ace: -smacks both his hands down on both Ash's shoulders- Well he hasn't been himself since he got back, Priya. -smirking deviously at Ash-
Ash: Ace, don't.
Neoma says:
-Raises her eyebrows- What do you mean?
Traci says:
Ace: He's been a mess without you.
Ash: I said don't, Ace! -shoves Ace's arm away from him-
Neoma says:
-Surprised, still for a moment and looks at Ash with confused eyes- Ashton?
Traci says:
Ace: -chuckling- The woman needs to know about it, Ash, don't be mad!
Ash: -smacks his brother in the head again- a*****e.
Neoma says:
-Had before figured that he'd probably just gone back to his life. Smiles sadly at Ash- I apologize.
Traci says:
-Ash looks at Priya curiously- For what?
Neoma says:
I'm sorry for this past year that your brother believes you've spent poorly.
Traci says:
-Scoffs quietly and shakes his head- Nothing for you to be sorry for.
Ace: Maybe now that you're here, he'll get his own place.
Neoma says:
-Chuckles, still feeling a little bad about the wasted time- If possible, I'd be wondering if I could take him back. Maybe.
Traci says:
-Ash's eyes widen at her words, not expecting it- You...want me to come back with you?
Ace: -Smirks- Anything to get him to stop moping around.
Neoma says:
-Falters for a moment- It is, as always, your choice.
Traci says:
-Smiles a little at her- -says quietly- I'd like that.
Neoma says:
-Smiles wider but is still concerned- I could also try to see if it's possible to live here if you need.
Traci says:
-Loud banging outside. Ash looks up sharply toward the door-
Ace: -puzzled, starts moving toward the door- Stay there. -goes to the front door and looks out of the peephole-
Neoma says:
-Suddenly concerned, considering the dangers she just escaped- Ashton, please make yourself not immediately visible.
Traci says:
-Stands up, swaying a little on his legs- You too, come on...
Neoma says:
-Realizes that he's still in no condition to be rational and stands up. Grabs his hand and starts toward the far end of the apartment-
Traci says:
-Ash tries to walk steadily but finds it hard and is stumbling behind Priya as she drags him-
-Ace waits until they are out of sight before he answers the door. A pale man with strange clothes is standing there and looks menacing- Ace: Can I help you?
Neoma says:
-Priya ducks down with Ash, looking out the window for an escape route. Scared especially since there's Ash now too instead of just herself to protect-
Traci says:
-Ash quiets his breathing to hear what's going on with his brother, concern apparent on his face-
King's Son [Leo.]: I am looking for a man named Ashton Willis. I know he is here.
Ace: Ash is my brother and lives here, but he is not here at the moment. Wanna give me your name and I'll tell him you came by?
Neoma says:
Priya: -Pales at those words. Figures that he really does know that Ashton is here since she did-
Traci says:
Leo: -looks into the house, taking his time- I'll give you one more chance to bring him forward freely.
Ash: -very tense-
Ace: -Facial expression hasn't changed- I already told you. He's...not here.
Leo: -grimaces and expression suddenly turns angry. Brings his hand up and points his palm toward Ace, mumbling some words to himself.
-Ace suddenly freezes in place and goes stiff. His expression changes into panic and then fear when he realizes he can't move at all-
Ash: -can't see what's going on, and doesn't hear anything-
Leo: You should have just gave him up. -finishes the spell-
-Ace suddenly feels a bone crack in his arm and he shouts out in sheer agonizing pain. A moment later, another bone cracks in his arm.
Ash: -heart pounding- Oh my God...-gets up fast and rushes toward the door to go help his brother-
Traci says:
-Bursts through the door to the living room- Stop! I'm here! Just leave him alone!
Ace: Ash no...
Leo: -smirks before allowing Ace to fall on the ground, leaving him alone-
Traci says:
-Bursts through the door to the living room- Stop! I'm here! Just leave him alone!
Ace: Ash no...
Leo: -smirks before allowing Ace to fall on the ground, leaving him alone-
Leo: -looks Ash up and down- You don't look anything like I imagined. how could -you- possibly defeat my father?
Neoma says:
-Hangs back slightly. Standing just hidden beyond the doorway. Trying to figure out what to do to help-
Traci says:
Ash: -Trying to appear perfectly sober and composed- He has nothing to do with this, leave him alone.
Leo: Consider it done. You're what I came for. -approaches slowly before bringing his hand up fast, saying the words fast-
-Ash suddenly feels a force push him hard, and he flies back into the wall and is pinned there by an invisible force-
Neoma says:
-Thinking fast, picks something hard up and charges out. Throws it at Leo. Beginning to speak as fast as she's able to try and stop his feet from moving and approaching Ash.
Traci says:
Leo's concentration is broken when someone else charges at him and throws something at him and he feels his feet trying to be stopped. He turns from Ash and starts saying several words to stop the new threat from getting to Ash-
Ash: -Feels the force let go and falls, hitting the ground hard-
Neoma says:
-Priya feels herself slowing down as well so she switches tactics and begins a new spell, leaving the old one to just continue unfinished and drain her energy. Working now to bring his shirt up and close Leo's mouth-
Traci says:
-Leo grabs his shirt and yanks it off so the other wizard can't do that to him- I don't have time for this. -raises his hand up and whispers words quickly to send her flying back-
Neoma says:
-Flies back with a shout and slams into the wall behind her, her head knocking into a picture. The picture falls on her as she lands in a heap on the ground-
Traci says:
Ash: Priya! -starts moving toward her but is stopped by another hand motion and more words from Leo. The wizard approaches him and grabs him by the throat, slamming him against the wall. Holds Ash there for a moment as he whispers a few more words- Don't go anywhere. I'm going to make you watch as I take your loved ones from you. -starts moving toward Priya.
Neoma says:
-Groans as she pushes the pictures off of her and starts trying to get up. Grabs onto the tendrils of her unfinished spell on his legs and quickly tries to finish-
Traci says:
-Leo grunts, his pace slowing when the other wizard is finishing her spell. Stuck where he is, he raises his arm up and whispers words that start bringing the other wizard toward him-
Traci says:
-Leo grunts, his pace slowing when the other wizard is finishing her spell. Stuck where he is, he raises his arm up and whispers words that start bringing the other wizard toward him-
Neoma says:
-Getting dragged toward him and panics. Without a shirt to manipulate, she can't stop his hands so she grabs onto the glass and holds the shards like weapons-
Traci says:
Ash: No! Priya!! -tries to move but can't budge at all-
Leo: -stops her just a few feet from him before drawing a dagger from a sheath at his belt. Looks at it a moment before looking at Priya and then Ash-
Leo: Where do you think I should start, hm? The bottom and work my way up?
-pauses- Or maybe I'll cut her pretty little face first-
Neoma says:
-Starting at him and the dagger with wide eyes and immediately begins work on changing the shape of the dagger and dulling it's blade-
Traci says:
-Realizes what she's doing and quickly slices the dagger at her face, cutting her cheek-
Ash: -Going crazy trying to get free- PRIYA!!
Neoma says:
-Breathes in harshly and cries out as blood starts dripping down her face. It stings badly and tears prickle behind her eyes but continues morphing the blade, whispering the words to move her cheek at little as possible. Figures that he'll kill her with it otherwise-
Traci says:
-This entire time, Ace has been struggling to drag himself toward the evil guy. Had snatched up one of Ash's empty bottles from the ground. Before he can cut Priya again, Ace quickly breaks the bottle on the ground before shoving it right into the evil guy's back-
-Leo cries out in pain when he feels the glass enter his flesh. He turns quickly and uses a lot of his draining energy to send Ace flying across the room and ramming into the wall. Drops Priya AND Ash in doing so-
Ash: -Relieved a little when he sees what his brother does before Leo sends Ace flying. Ash drops to the ground and starts moving immediately, going for Priya first and yanking her by her arm toward the front door. Shoves her out before he goes to Ace who is in great pain, and he grabs up his brother by his good arm and pulls his arm around his neck, helping him walk toward the entrance door-
Neoma says:
-Once Priya is free, her first move is still to complete changing the dagger into something a lot more harmless. Rounded and dull. Then Ash is there, yanking her to her feet and running with her out the door. Worried about Ace though and when Ash is helping his brother get out, she goes back to try and speed things up-
Traci says:
-Leo is in pain and extremely pissed off. Running out of energy quickly though and is grasping at straws and trying to pry his feet off of the ground-
-Ash realizes that he didn't grab the car keys off of the shelf and he quickly passes Ace off to Priya- Here take him! -Runs back into the house to grab the keys, snatches them and starts to run out-
Leo: -using the last of his energy tries to stop Ash, succeeding in keeping him right by the door, also managing to rip one of his feet free- I'm comin' for you....boy....
Neoma says:
-Priya stands there with Ace for a moment before slowly starting to help him get away. Doesn't really understand the car at all so she's heading more toward the street. Clearly worried about Ash-
Traci says:
-Ash reaches for the doorframe to try and pull himself forward, succeeding slightly, but it's difficult-
-Leo's spell is waning as he uses his energy to pry his second food free, stumbling and falling on the ground. The distraction is enough to let the spell go for a moment and Ash stumbles free and gains his footing, running out of the apartment-
Ash: Priya! Here! -rushes over toward her to direct her toward the car, helping her carry Ace. Unlocks the car and swings open the back door, helping her put Ace inside-
Neoma says:
-Eyes the car with worry and suspicion as Ash helps her get Ace to it. Once Ace is safely inside, she doesn't really know any better what to do- Do I get in too?
Traci says:
-Closes the door behind Ace and rushes Priya to the other side, opening the door for her- Yeah get in and shut the door. -runs back to his side and climbs in, scrambling to get the right key out-
Traci says:
-Closes the door behind Ace and rushes Priya to the other side, opening the door for her- Yeah get in and shut the door. -runs back to his side and climbs in, scrambling to get the right key out-
Neoma says:
-Gets into the foreign thingy cautiously and closes the door. Her cheek is still stinging and hurting as she sits there, looking around with uncertainty- What is this thing?
Traci says:
I'll explain later let's just- -looks ahead and sees Leo standing there looking pissed off- s**t...-turns on the car and puts it in reverse, tires screeching as it speeds backwards-
-Leo reaches out with both arms, obviously still struggling with his wound, whispers a few words and the car stalls as he holds onto it-
Neoma says:
-Doubly scared with the car and Leo there. Doesn't know what's going on anymore so she just squeezes her eyes shut and holds frantically onto whatever she can-
Traci says:
-Ash is slamming on the accelerator and the tires are screeching as it tries to get away. Finally, Leo can't hold the spell anymore and let's go. The car speeds out of the parking lot backwards. On the road, Ash straightens it up and speeds off-
Neoma says:
-White faced and terrified. All jittery and nervous because of both Leo and the unfamiliar movements of the car- I don't like this thing.
Traci says:
-Taking deep breaths- We're safe for now, don't worry.
Neoma says:
-That doesn't help her at all. Opens her eyes to see no Leo anymore but they're moving so fast... Her breathing picks up and her knuckles pale-
Traci says:
-Notices her discomfort and reaches over, putting his hand on hers- Trust me, Priya.
Neoma says:
What is this? Please explain it to me. -Her voice is tight and her eyes are stuck wide-
Traci says:
This is basically a medal...carriage. Minus the horses and it can go a lot faster.
Neoma says:
Faster... -Looking frantically around her at the speed everything is going by- How long are we going to be in it?
Traci says:
Priya! Look at me!
Neoma says:
-It takes a moment for her tear her eyes away from the windows but does look at him-
Traci says:
-Trust- me. I know what I'm doing, alright? You're safe.
Neoma says:
-Hesitates a moment before nodding- Okay. -Forces the word out quietly and then swallows-

[[.ShadowMouse.]]

Oye: In the Hospital
Modern Series

Traci says:
-Ash is speeding down the street still, trying to get his brother and Priya to the hospital as fast as he can. Ace is groaning quietly in the back-
Neoma says:
-Priya is trying to stay calm as she watches the window and everything that they're speeding by. Failing-
Traci says:
Priya, talk to me, alright? You okay?
Neoma says:
I prefer horses... -Says this as she continues looking out the window- This is- -Shakes her head-
Traci says:
I know, I know. But this is all we have for now, okay? Don't worry, you're safe.
Neoma says:
I'll be alright, Ashton. -Pauses, reading the signs they pass- I'll manage for now.
Traci says:
Alright. I'm gonna get you to the hospital and get that cut stitched up. -calls over to Ace- Ace, buddy, we're alm,ost there, alright?
Neoma says:
-Falters suddenly when she hears that. Has done stitching but on clothing- "Stitched" up?
Traci says:
It's not like back in your world. It'll be okay, just trust me, alright?
Neoma says:
-Not really convinced but just figures it's not the same stitching she uses on fabric- Of course I trust you, Ashton...
Traci says:
-Nods, pulling into the hospital and putting on the breaks- C'mon...-turns off the car and gets out, going to the back to help Ace out-
Neoma says:
-Fumbles around for a moment, trying to figure out how to open the door but then succeeds and very quickly and eagerly gets out, shutting it behind her. Goes to help Ash with Ace-
Traci says:
-Grabs Ace's unbroken arm and pulls him out to put him over his shoulder- This way...-starts moving toward the entrance doors and steps through the automatic doors-
Neoma says:
-Sees that there really isn't anything she can do to help Ash so she just walks close by him and looks up at the large building in wonder. Used to small shops run quacks or wizards-
Traci says:
We need a doctor! -moves to a nurse who stand up to get one- Nurse: What happened? Ash: He was attacked. His arm and leg are broken...
-stretcher is brought out- Priya, can you help me get him down? -starts to try and move him slowly-
Neoma says:
-Has been looking around ever since they stepped inside. Eyes the nurse with curiosity but hurries up and helps Ashton with Ace- He'll be okay?
Traci says:
-They get him onto the stretcher and the nurse looks at him and then the woman- Nurse: I'm sure he'll be fine, he's in good hands. -start pushing him off-
-Ash stares after them as they take him away on the stretcher-
Neoma says:
-Not quite reassured about Ace but worried about how Ashton is taking it for the moment- Ashton? -Places a hand on his arm-
Traci says:
-A moment passes before he even realizes that she touched him and he looked down at her hand before meeting her eyes. Turns and touches her uninjured cheek- We'll get you patched up.
Neoma says:
-Begins to smile but the motion stings her cut cheek and she stops, smiling mostly on one side- Don't worry about it.
Traci says:
No, no...I insist, c'mon. -Walks up to the front desk to talk to another nurse-
Neoma says:
-Not sure she likes this. At all- Ashton? Ashton? That's okay.
Traci says:
-Nurse nods and gets up to go and get a doctor. Ash turns to talk to Priya- It's okay, trust me. It'll be alright.
Neoma says:
-Eyebrows crinkle together with concern. Would've felt better with even a quack- I'll deal with it later.
Traci says:
Priya, you're not going to sew yourself up. these are doctors. They know what they are doing.
Neoma says:
-Sew- myself up? You were talking about stitching it earlier. Please don't tell me that's what they'll do to it.
Traci says:
Priya, you just have to trust me, alright? I promise you it's going to be alright. -Nurse comes back with a doctor as Ash tries to calm her down-
Neoma says:
-Shakes her head repeatedly- I sew for a living, Ashton. Needles are for fabric.
Traci says:
-Doctor comes up- That looks like a nasty gash there. We can have that all patched up in no time. How about you two come with me?
Ash: Priya, why don't you trust me? I've gotten stitches before, it doesn't hurt that bad at all.
Neoma says:
-Shakes her head, eyes wide. Has pricked her finger too many times to be counted but then hesitates, truly disturbed- Are you sure?
Traci says:
-Nods and smiles reasurringly- Yeah I'm sure. C'mon. -Doctor beckons for them to follow and Ash does, walking with Priya-
Neoma says:
-Troubled but walks with Ashton without further complaint-
Traci says:
-The doctor takes them to a room and has Priya sit down on one of the operating tables. Ash sits down on the one opposite of her a few feet away- I'm right here, it's okay.
Neoma says:
-Priya sits down hesitantly, eying Ashton with somewhat frantic eyes. Would've gotten up quick otherwise-
Traci says:
I'm right here, don't worry. -Another doctor enters the room and they shut the door- So what do we have here? -looks at the woman- What happened? -starts preparing the tools-
Neoma says:
-She knows that there isn't magic in this world so she leaves that part out- I was... facing off with someone and he sliced my face open with a dagger.
Traci says:
Ash: -winces a little at how she explained things but just nods in agreement to keep their story straight-
-Doctors look at Ash and then at Priya- Doctor1: Him?!
Neoma says:
-Looks over at Ash and then quickly shakes her head- No, no. That guy hates us.
Traci says:
-Doctor2: I see. Listen, i am going to give you a drug to take away the pain while we stitch you up, alrighty?
-Ash is wondering why two doctors are necessary- Wait, you sure that's even needed? Last time I got stitches, I didn't take anything...
Doctor 1: Well, this is different. the cut is across her cheek. Very painful.
Neoma says:
-Concerned all of a sudden. Hadn't thought this was anything unusual here for this world before he said that- Ashton? What's going on?
Traci says:
-Doctor starts moving to get a syringe, the other one shadowing Priya and sticking close-
Ash: Hey, what's going on here? -stands up to walk over to them, but the doc shoves him back-
Doctor: Sir, I think you need to sit back down.
Neoma says:
-Sees the syringe and begins to panic- What's that? What are you going to do with that? -Looks over at Ash and gets up immediately- Don't touch him.
Traci says:
-Ash stumbles back but is persistent and tries to get back to her-
Doctor: We need assistance in here now! -Doc grabs Ash and shoves him back onto the medical bed as the other doc moves to Priya-
Neoma says:
-Frightened and confused, quickly gets away from what she was sitting on and the other doctor- What are you doing?! -Goes to the other doctor and shoves him-
Traci says:
-Doc with syringe comes up behind her and pokes her in the arm with it. It's a drug to make relax her-
Ash: -trying to get up-What are you doing?!!! -Other doc holds him down as a third rushes in to help as well-
Neoma says:
-Priya feels the p***k and jerks away from him but it's already done. Stops moving as a feeling of tiredness washes over her- Ashton?
Traci says:
Ash: Priya, I'm coming! -can't get up though as the same doc starts coming to him with a syringe as well. He struggles to get free but gets pricked as well. Very quickly starts slowing down and tiring out-
Neoma says:
-The doctor with the syringe sets it down and then grabs Priya and manuevers her back to the medical bed. She only makes some mild protests as she sits back down. Slumps against the wall-
Traci says:
-Ash calms down enough to where they don't need to hold him anymore- Priya...-slowly starts drifting to unconsciousness-
Neoma says:
-Priya's eyes close and she goes limp as she slips away-

TIME SKIP
Traci says:
-Wakes up on the hard floor, blinks a few times before sitting up, slightly dizzy. Is in a small dark cell-
Neoma says:
-Stirring and waking up to nausea and disorientation. When she tries to sit up, the room spins and her stomach lurches so she stays down-
Traci says:
-Has a huge headache which only worsens when he sits up too fast. He looks around and sees Priya in the next cell. Crawls over to the bars of his cell to talk to her- Priya...Priya are you alright?
Traci says:
-Has a huge headache which only worsens when he sits up too fast. He looks around and sees Priya in the next cell. Crawls over to the bars of his cell to talk to her- Priya...Priya are you alright?
Neoma says:
-Looking at her surroundings and then sees Ash in the next cell. Eyebrows pull together and she rolls onto her stomach to see him better- Ashton? What happened?
Traci says:
I....I don't know. -winces as he moves to lean his back against the cell- Something tells me those weren't real doctors.
Neoma says:
-Still doesn't much want to get up so she just stays there with a hand to her aching head. Looks at him for a second- I'm not getting stitches again.
Traci says:
-Chuckles a little- Yeah, neither will I. -looks at her face and realizes it -is- stitched up- At least they fixed it though
Neoma says:
-Hadn't quite realized it until he mentioned it and trails her hand down to her cut. Finds it sealed- I suppose so... -Pauses- Needles are for fabric.
Traci says:
And for injuries in battle. Only in your world, they don't have painkillers. -looking around outside of the cell to see if there's any way out-
Neoma says:
-Frowns but doesn't say anything more on that. Also examining their surroundings- It feels vaguely familiar
Traci says:
Yeah, feels like a dungeon.