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 Posted: Tue Jan 17, 2006 4:24 am
"It's not that I don't want to tell you, I do," Scarlett said quickly. "I just don't know how to explain it. Maybe a little later, after we're settled in?"
She paused, thinking if there was any other things to tell Ra. There was her 'other hobby' but she didn't think computer and video games would interest Ra. Well, not the ones she plays, at least.
"I'm messy, too, but I am working on improving that. Having grown up in the restaurant business, I run a tight kitchen, but it'll keep clean if we work together. The same for the bath," Scarlett said, sipping her tea. "Large gatherings, even if it's a study group, I think we should talk about ahead of time. It might require taking down the partition, and I'd want my half to be presentable."
Scarlett smiled. She was feeling better already.
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Posted: Tue Jan 17, 2006 9:25 pm
"Yeah." He smiled sipping the tea. Maybe it wouldn't be as bad as he thought it would. "It should be fun!" He said with more enthusiasm.
Sighing he decided to deal with the heavy stuff whilst they were sat down and talking. "About my medication." He began. "I have to take it from about eight in the evening. From the time I take it till I fall asleep I'm totally out of it. My old roomies used to say I was a zombie." He laughed slightly to lighten the mood. "So just don't freak out if I'm staring off into space or not responding to things you say. Also it makes me sick sometimes...when I come off it for a couple of months to detox. Also when I am taking it. Headaches, vomiting, the shakes. It's not pretty so I'd suggest avoiding my side during those times."
He grinned and drank more tea. "That's it though! No odd hobbies or porn addictions."
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Posted: Tue Jan 17, 2006 10:14 pm
"Okay, but if you need anything when you are 'Ra Zombie', don't hesitate to ask," Scarlett said with a smile. "I'll just take my showers around 10PM, so you won't notice me."
She hoped that he wouldn't find that comment offensive. Scarlett meant it playfully, but it was a genuine concern for her. She would need to learn to help Ra by not helping him as far as his medication was concerned. She remembered the day in the courtyard when they met Ceara. His change of behavior worried her, but now Scarlett understood the sources of it. She felt a bit embarrassed at the pornography comment, but figured he meant it in sport.
"I'll just have to buy a clothes tree so I don't leave my bras and undewear drying in the shower," Scarlett said sipping her tea, feeling relieved that the tension was broken. Laughing, she continued to sip her tea. "And I guess, I'll just have to keep all my porn to myself."
"I don't mind music, but no blasting it if we're both home, if that's okay?" Scarlett said, rising to rinse out her mug. "I usually wear headphones when I am studying, so I can block things out. Do you have preferred study times? Want to take turns cooking meals and splitting the shopping?"
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Posted: Tue Jan 17, 2006 10:44 pm
Ra laughed at her joke about a porn collection but didn't comment.
"No problem about music, I have wireless headphones so I can listen anywhere. If I am playing it too loud though...don't hesitate to tell me."
Sighing he stood up with his cup. "Do you mind if we don't do the food thing? It doesn't always work out well and I'd rather eat down in the canteen." He winced as he realised how bad it sounded. "I didn't mean that as a slight against your cooking, just that everyone eats at the canteen, it's more social. Also i don't want to be obligated to anything. Incase I'm sick, or busy or something."
He was rambling and knew he had probably offended her but if they were going to be room mates he needed to be honest. "Do you mind if I start unpacking? We could put some music on and work at the same time." He said trying to regain his ground.
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Posted: Tue Jan 17, 2006 10:55 pm
"I just thought I'd offer. You are welcome to helpings of what I cook if you feel so inclined from time to time," she said smiling. "I like the dining hall, too, but sometimes it just feels too... mall food court-y. Too many people, lots of noise, drama. I think my mother's cooking spoiled me."
She drained her tea and walked into the kitchen. Washing her cup, she left it to air dry on the side of the sink. Unpacking sounded like a fantastic idea. It would give her time to get settled and not bore Ra to death with her mindless chit-chat.
"Unpacking sounds like a great idea," she said returning and picking up the half empty kettle. "What do you suggest for 'unpacking' music?"
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Posted: Tue Jan 17, 2006 11:00 pm
"Uh..." Now Ra was stumped. Unpacking music. Ususally he would just listen to his latest CD, but he had a feeling Scarlett wasnt really into random Japanese metal. "You choose" He grinned. "As you know my music collection isn't very people friendly. Whatever you reccomend!."
((want to stop here? Fade to black? Solo RP? A couple of days later?))
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Posted: Tue Jan 17, 2006 11:06 pm
= 14 = Location: Dining Hall Medium: Shutensa Main Thread (link)Guest Starring: Chiitra Weatherly (Mordavrin), Brae O'Fossen (Rown), and Pyper Huntington (Erina_Nobara) Scarlett Quixote (Kaleidoscopegrl) Scarlett passed through the crowded cafeteria, wondering what shook the winter blues free from everyone's systems. Her heart broke when she saw the adverts for a huge school event. Scarlett became excited because this was her chance to meet new people, and see about helping with the school council. Taking one look at the flyer a student handed her, Scarlett's heart sank.
"A chance to meet new people, and I can't even be happy," Scarlett sighed. "Of all the activities they could have planned, why did it have to be a formal dance?"
'I wonder if the others have seen this flyer' she thought, walking through the dining hall. Finding an empty seat was tough, but a group of students got up and left one of the corner tables open. Scarlett hurried over, and claimed it for her own. Chiitra Weatherly (Mordavrin) Rolling into the dining hall rather late Chii plodding her way along the line, pulling random food onto her tray. She was far more worried about seeing Scarlett, and Brae....and Ra. The last time she'd seen them was at the party. She shivered at the thought. Had the whole thing been a mistake? How was it going to be when she saw him again? What was Pyper going to say!
Sighing softly to herself she payed for her food and looked for an empty seat. Noticing the commotion on the other side of the room Chii stopped a random stranger and asked what was going on.
"A dance?" She almost dropped her tray. Could her life get any worse?! Rashen Kusani (midnight_medea) Ra picked up his empty tray and went to place it with the others for cleaning. Slightly irritated by the ammount of people who's bags where littering the aisles, he fought his way once more through the hall and towards the exit.
As he passed a particularly crowded table he noticed Scarlett sat alone. Sighing he thought he should probably pop over and say hi. They were roomies now afterall. Placing his tray in the rack he turned back to the hall. His heart stopped for a second as he noticed Chii by the serving hatch.
Maybe he should leave afterall, he didn't want to make her uncomfortable...No. He told himself, can't keep hiding. Taking a deep breath he headed over to Scarlett and sat down.
"Mind if I join you?" He asked, his voice sounding slightly panicked. Brae O'Fossen (Rown) Brae shuffled under the stack of books in his arms, the pile reaching up to the border of his nose. His head was tilted to the side so he could see around, his face in a state of both worry and concentration.
He had been holed up in his room for the past few weeks, not venturing out since his unexcusable behavior around Scarlett. Because of all this recluse time, Brae had a chance to revert himself back a bit to the timid person he really is and always was. A phone call from home hadn't helped either, since his voice was there and he spoke in that tone.
He continued on his way through the mess hall, just hoping to find an empty table. All those days in hiding had made him aware of his shortcomings and his fears once more, so the noise jarred his nerves more than the books jarred his ribs.
"...."
His voice was too weak really to speak, so he made no effort to call out to anyone should he find them. All he cared was to find a palce to sit. all he cared was to not be noticed. Until his books spilt out of his arms, that is, and all over the floor in front. Pyper Huntington (Erina_Nobara) Pyper headed back into the Dining Hall with Arvinda's case slung over her shoulder. She had thought about going right back to her dorm to work on some of her projects that were due, but her growling stomach forced her to do otherwise. She walked along the isles of food, finally just snagging a pre-made bento box and a pair of chopsticks. That's when she noticed Chii. It had been awhile since she'd seen her friend.
And I still have to tell her about what happened with Xel. She blushed at the thought. But the cafeteria...this doesn't seem like the time or place. That's when something out of the corner of her eye caught Pyper's attention. Books scattered everywhere. And there in the crowd was a familiar face.
"Brae? Is that you. It's been awhile." She stooped over to help him with his books with her one free hand, as the other was holding her lunch. Scarlett "Hey Ra, sure thing. It's slim pickings in here for table space," Scarlett said, pulling her bag off one of the empty chairs.
She could tell that he was still uneasy about their new living arrangements. Scarlett was worried that it would put a strain on their friendship if something happened. Hearing a loud crash, Scarlett saw Brae among a scattering of books.
"Oh God, quick-- sit down here," Scarlett said pointing to the chair that would obscure her from view. "Please..." Chiitra About to walk forward after having spotted an open table, Chii spotted Ra out of the corner of her eye. She froze, it would seem that he hadn't spotted her. He was heading over to Scarlett..this was a good thing wasn't it? Then why did her heart sudden leap? But she didn't have time to think about it. There was suddenly a new commotion, and if she wasn't mistaken she knew the troubled soul that everyone was crowding around. Brae.
Maternal instincts kicking in, Chii rushed over to see if he was alright, but Pyper had gotten there first. Chii smiled. "How've you guys been?" she chimed as she bent down to help Brae and Pyper pick up books. Brae Brae didn't move to lift the books that had fallen out of his arms, letting the two that remained balanced against his forearms and palms with uncanny size. Instead of everything, he slowly raised his head until his eyes were level with Pyper's and Chii's. He didn't smile, nor did he offer any words to the kind girls assisting him.
Instead, he merely looked at them as if he could see past. As if they weren't there. Perhaps it was the best in his mind to do so, since he'd gotten used to seeing no one. Italy was hardly ever in the shared room, and Brae's classmates sure as heck never went out of their way to speak to him.
"...Thank you."
After a moment his lips parted and released the words, though they quivered heavily with disuse and fear. Brae's green eyes were both watery and still as he looked from girl to girl, his lip twitching as he bit into it. He took a small breath of air before he dared to speak again, his ears roaring. Brae was such a coward.
"Good...to see you again as well. Both...of you." Pyper Pyper watched Brae and quirked an eyebrow. She was hesitant to respond; the poor guy seemed REALLY tense, more tense than usual? Who knew? "Hi. I'm good I guess. It's nice to see you guys again." She gave them both a warm smile. It was good to be able to talk with friends.
"Do you guys wanna find a seat, and chill for awhile?" she asked, spotting a table that was only occupied by two people, two people whom she recognized from before. The one girl she'd met briefly while with Xel that day. And Ra, why she'd met him just this morning.
"Look there's a table over there. I'm sure they'd let us sit there if we asked." She nudged the others toward the table. She wanted to take a seat before her arms gave out. Carrying Arvinda, the books, and her lunch wasn't easy. Scarlett Scarlett took out her notebook, and flipped to her shopping list. Ra had agreed to the additional privacy request she had made, which helped her apprehension of their living together. She nibbled on her lunch and chatted with Ra, suggesting color schemes but she found him a bit distracted.
"Looks like Chii's met up with Brae," Scarlett said, peering over Ra's shoulder. She felt ridiculous for using him as a human shield, but she couldn't help it. At least she wouldn't have her first meeting with Brae alone. Ra was there.
She couldn't help but sense that her lunch mate was a bit distracted. "Are you sure you're okay?" Chiitra Chii brushed her hands off on her jeans as she stood up and helped Brae with a few remaining books. She was getting used to his abrupt change in moods. Oddly enough she was actually in a similar mood herself today. She was really starting to wish she'd stayed in bed.
But then, Pyper was here. Chii had missed her friend. Smiling warmly in return, Chii nodded...that was, before she realized which table Pyper was referring to. Chii's heart skipped a few beats. It was inevitable really.
She really wished she'd stayed in bed.
As they walked, Chii skipped over to Pyper's and linked arms. "I've missed you. We've got quite a bit to catch up on!" she grinned mischeviously and rested her head on Pyper's shoulder. Rashne Ra wasn't listening to a word Scarlett was saying. He didn't even hear her question. Out of the corner of his eye he could see Chii, Pyper and Brae. He bit his lip and nodded, hoping that Scarlett was talking about something he should be agreeing with.
Inside he was kicking himself, why hadn't he gone to see her, talk about things...why wasn't she speaking to him? His mind was twisted up in knots and he had no idea how to deal with it.
His heart began to beat faster as fear set in. They were coming over...he could feel his face growing red, his lungs seemed to get a whole lot smaller. biting his lip harder he lowered his head so that his hair would disguise his discomfort. Brae Brae watched as the two girls moved close together and started talking chipperly, his eyes still wide with tension and stalling. His fingers twitched against the two books he still held and he followed his gaze to the few that Pyper and Chii had taken with them in their stroll.
He needed those books. He didn't want to be with them. It was a hard choice, but following them would give him back his books. Right? Brae started to follow until he saw where they were going - to Ra; and behind Ra was someone he could barely see but very quickly knew.
"....No."
Brae's words were soft, slowly getting louder as he got closer and she got clearer. Unable to control what he was doing, Brae was a coward; a child that could only kick and scream like he was in pain. The word stayed the same as they continued to draw near until Brae dropped his stack of books onto the floor.
They thudded with an extra umph, pulling eyes and ears and whatever else in his direction. He didn't care, he was already saying 'no' again and again. all that was left was to cry, and that was soon to follow. It was so sad how he had lost what little confidence he once carried in his pocket so fast. Brae was a coward. Pyper "Oh you bet. Do I ever have a story for you," Pyper laughed, giving Chii a wink. "You'll never believe wh-" But she was cut off. That sound? That voice? What was going on? Pyper looked over her shoulder at Brae. Why was he repeating the same thing over and over again? "No?...No what? What's the matter Brae? What's going on?" Never had Pyper been so clueless as to what was going on in her life. "Is it just me...or is everybody tense today?" Oo; Scarlett "You haven't listened to a single thing I've said, have you?" Scarlett whispered, seeing Ra fidgeting. "You better listen to me now. We've got Chii and Pyper heading this way."
She didn't mean to sound abrasive, but she was genuinely concerned. The last thing she wanted was more drama, especially when things were finally calming down for her. Scarlett was tempted to begin packing up her things and dashing before they arrived, but that would be extremely childish. She truly liked Chii and Pyper seemed nice the last time she met her.
"...and they're being trailed by Brae." Chiitra Chii's ears perked up. "ooh really?? and what have you been up to?" She decided she was going to handle this like an adult, so what if there was some awkward tension...it was normal wasn't it? Her grin faultered for a moment, but she quickly regained it. There was no sense in worrying Pyper.
They were almost at the table when Chii felt Pyper turn around and address Brae. He had dropped his books again, and was apparently mumbling something under his breath...
Walking over to her friend she placed a hand gently on his shoulder. "Brae, what's wrong?" Rashne At the tense tone in Scarlett's voice Ra snapped out of his panic and looked up. Brae had dropped his books all over floor, some of them landing at Ra's feet.
"What do you want to do...hide around campus forever." He said rather harshly picking up the books and standing. "Opportunities Scarlett. We have to take them or regret letting them slip us by."
Pushing his chair in he walked over to the trio. His heart was in overdrive and he could feel his face burning. He didn't care. This tension was silly.
"Hi." He blurted uneasily. "Brae, you dropped these. Are you all right?" Brae Brae turned his head and looked up at Ra, his eyes watering with a large threat to overflow. He looked so childish then; his freckled cheeks pink with fever, his nose red from tears and his eyes a dark and puffy shade of black. The usual green iris that made each eye jump out was clouded behind the other features of his face, almost as if they themselves were trying to hide inside Brae's trembling head.
"I...no. I...I'm fine, thank you."
He bowed his head in thanks, accepting the books from Ra and giving a small bow to Chii as well. Her hand on his shoulder was making him even more fearful and a little nausiated but he dare not bump it off. She was watching.
Brae had confirmed that Scarlett was watching with a sweep of his eyes. He could see her frame and all his shame came back, so his voice and all his inner workings swallowed themselves into a pit of fear and shyness. It was like Brae to be this way, but he had come so far.
"Thank...you. I'm okay, really. Just....not..."
Two steps foreward, five jumps back. Story of his life. Erina_Nobara "Uh..." Pyper began, scratching at the side of her head in confusion. What was with everybody? She fidgited, twirling her snowy hair around the tip of her finger, and re-adjusting the black band over her eye; pulling it down so it was resting comfortablly in place. She was lost for words. But eventualy, thank goodness, some found their way to her lips. She stepped toward Brae.
"Uh. If you're not feeling well...maybe you should sit down or something? Or...do something you enjoy to take your mind off things." She was unsure of what to make of the situation. Was Brae ill or just plain nervous? Most likely it was the second, or a little of both.
Awwwwkwarrrrd......Um hopefully somebody's gonna fill me in here at SOME point. Scarlett Scarlett was taken back with Ra's curt reply. 'Easy for you to say, Ra,' she thought, rolling her eyes as he walked off. 'While you were walking in a dream with Chii, I was trapped in a nightmare with him.'
Scarlett instantly felt guilty for thinking such a horrible thing. Ra had been so wonderful to her, and painfully patient with her when they first arrived. She was jealous, and it killed her. Chiitra wasn't whom she was jealous of, but the situation. Why didn't she run after Ra to make sure he was okay? If she had, she and Brae would more than likely still be on speaking terms. She didn't like this tension, but running from it certainly would just leave her exactly where she currently was.
"Whatever," she muttered under her breath seeing Ra walk over to Brae and the girls. Scarlett returned her attention to her lunch, picking at it slowly. *PAUSED* (link)
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Posted: Tue Jan 17, 2006 11:50 pm
= 14 =
#2 Yuck-- cat breath. crying
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Posted: Fri Jan 20, 2006 9:55 pm
= 15 =
Location: Dining Hall Medium: Shutensa Thread (link)Scarlett chats with Eri while Ra talks with Chii, Pyper, & Brae.Scarlett Quixote (KaleidoscopeGrl) Scarlett sighed, watching Rashne take off toward Chiitra and the others with such ease. She knew that she was being silly, worrying about what happened with Brae several weeks before, but she couldn't help herself. It had been nearly a year since her incident.
"So much for getting involved in the student council," she said, looking at the paper advertising the dance. "As much as I'd like to help, it would be silly working on something I wouldn't go to." Eri Hayabusa (Ogre) Eri was passing out papers to the remaining students, hoping to get rid of the stack he was carrying around. He spotted Scarlett and walked over, offering her one before realizing she already had a ad. "Oh, I'm sorry. I didn't see your paper. So.. you planning to volunteer?" He grinned at her, hoping to get a few more people to help. Scarlett Scarlett turned quickly, seeing that a boy was talking to her. She had seen him around campus before, and heard his name many times from other students, but never met him personally. Her cheeks quickly flushed, but she tried smiling.
"I--I'd like to, but..." Scarlett said shyly. "I don't know if I would be much help."
He was really nice, and his smile calmed her down. He was really cute, which naturally made it much more difficult for her to say no. 'Just say "yes" and worry about the rest later.' she admonished herself.'
"Y-yes," Scarlett said, forcing herself to be brave. "Yes, I will." Eri "Oh, great!" Eri gestured towards the bench. "Can I sit? If you have some time I can fill you in on some of the projects. I'm sure there'll be something you'll feel comfortable helping with." ^__^ Scarlett "C-certainly, please have a seat," she said taking her bag down and clearing some room. "My name's Scarlett Quixote. I transferred a few months ago from Spain."
'Ay Dios Mio' she thought is disbelief. It took extreme control not to faint on the spot. She wasn't good with meeting new people, especially boys. Especially cute boys. Eri "Ah, Spain! That's wonderful," Eri sat on the bench beside her, setting his stack of papers aside. "How are you adjusting to the weather change.. is it much of a difference from what you're used to?" He reached into his uniform jacket, pulling out a notepad from within. He carefully wrote her name in the small list he'd gotten of volunteers and flipped the page to the list of duties they had planned. Scarlett "It's been much colder here than back home," she said smiling. "My family is from Seville, in the southern part of Spain. So it's very hot. I've seen snow before, I've just never lived through it."
Scarlett laughed, as she watched him write her name down. She was actually making headway at school. She already had some great friends, and now she was possibly making another.
"What kind of tasks do you have planned for this event?" she asked, hoping to talk with him more. Eri "We have all kinds, really." He glanced up from scrawling to offer another smile. "Do you like to paint, or hang decorations... or organize the music.. help me with planning?" He shrugged slightly. "What's comfortable for you, and I'm sure I can find something suitable." Scarlett "I'd probably be best with the planning stage," Scarlett said, thinking of the options available. "That is if you need assistance?"
Scarlett figured this was a good chance to branch out and make new friends, but she worried about actually bringing herself to go on the night of. She would think about it closer to the dance. It's in the future, so she could take the time to focus on the present.
"It would be the safest bet because I don't know enough about the others to really help," Scarlett said, taking a sip of her tea. "Most of the music I have is classical or flamenco, both of which I am certain the other students wouldn't enjoy." Eri "I wouldn't be so sure about that," Eri grinned, scribbling something on his notepad for himself then tearing a piece off the end and offered it to her. "If you don't have anything after classes today, there will be a meeting in the Kendo club room. If you're interested in being my assistant, the spots open. I could use someone to help me keep all of this organized." Scarlett "I'll definitely be there," Scarlett said, taking the paper from Eri. "I just hope I meet you expectations."
She smiled, feeling much better. She needed a project to keep her mind off the things that were bothering her. Scarlett would be insane to turn down the offer Eri was handing her. This was the chance she needed to become active in school.
"Thank you so much, Eri," Scarlett smiled brightly. "Let's make this event great!" Eri He nodded, standing to his feet and carefully stepping over the bench. He grabbed the papers, glancing at her. "It was my pleasure, I'll see you at the meeting then," He offered a hand out to her to shake, smiling. "Thank you for volunteering. Oh! And if you see anyone you know, or that doesn't have a flyer.. here are a few extra." He offered her half the stack with his other hand. Scarlett "You can count on me," Scarlett said, also rising to her feet.
Giving Eri a cheerful salute, Scarlett shook Eri's hand then took the flyers. She wondered how many of her friends had info about the dance. She certainly couldn't sulk about the situation any longer because she was part of the team now.
"See you later, sir."
Today I met someone new at school! Eri Hayabusa, Student Council President! Not only that, but I am going to be his assistant on the Dance Event Committe. Can you believe it? I couldn't believe it. It was so strange, I really didn't want anything to do with the dance, but when I started talking with Eri, I couldn't say 'no' to him. I don't know why, I mean considering what happened at the last dance I went to, I shouldn't even think about going to another.
Just wait until I tell Rashne (He prefers to be called 'Ra' but I think his full name is sexy *giggle*). He was talking with Chiitra, Pyper and Brae when this happened. I'm actually glad that Eri did come over because I probably would have left the table. Rashne wasn't home when I got here. Maybe he's out for a run, or maybe finally he went to talk to Chiitra about their kiss. Love is in the air! Maybe not for me, but I want Rashne and Chiitra to be happy.
~ Escarlata xoxo Kaleido's Notes 0. Status: Complete!1. This was Scarlett's first meeting with Student Council President, Eri Hayabusa. (Luckily, it went without a hitch). What did Ogre have to say about Scarlett??
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Posted: Fri Jan 20, 2006 10:25 pm
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Posted: Fri Jan 20, 2006 10:40 pm
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Posted: Sat Jan 21, 2006 6:24 pm
Roomie RP....Family phone calls.
"...and I try, and look up, to the sky...but my eyes buuurn"
Ra tapped his pen on the desk as he listened to the music and tried to complete the homework in front of him.
'Watashi __ rondon ___ kara kimashita.'
He honestly couldn't be bothered, it was sunny outside and he was in far too good a mood to be stuck reciting Japanese particles.
Mouthing the lyrics he closed the book, put down his pen and gabbed a music magazine one of his friends had sent him.
Abandoning his desk he sat down on the carpet and started to read. Maybe in a bit he would go for a walk or entice Scarlett away from homework with a cup of tea.
Nodding his head to the music he was completely oblivious of the phone ringing just the other side of the partition.
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Posted: Sat Jan 21, 2006 6:38 pm
= 17 ="I close my eyes, only for a moment then the moment's gone..." Scarlett's feet ached, but she practiced her foot posistions. It had been ages since she practiced ballet, but it was one of the few dances she could practice in the room without disturbing Ra. A small practice barre was set up in the middle of the room, and her stereo played softly. Looking at her battered pointe shoes, Scarlett decided she ought to buy a new pair for when she begins participating in club activities.
"You, my friends, may have to stay here when I practice with the others," she said before continuing to sing along.
Rising up on her toes, Scarlett practicing holding an arabesque. It was, however, a short one because the phone rang. She had been waiting for her parents to call all day. Rashne was studying on his half of the room, so she quickly snapped off the stereo and answered the phone.
"Hello?" she answered, wrapping a towel over her shoulders.
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Posted: Sat Jan 21, 2006 6:47 pm
There was a pause on the other end of the phone. Background noise of an office carried down the line but no one spoke.
"Hello? I think I may have the wrong number." A deep female voice said in a perfectly pronounced British accent. Another pause and the sound of paper being moved around. "Hmm, it seems to be right. Could I speak to Rashne please?" Only as Ra's name was said did a hint of something else creep into her accent. "Tell him it's his mother."
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Posted: Sat Jan 21, 2006 6:57 pm
Scarlett's heart stopped. The mother on the other end of the phone wasn't hers, but her roommate's. They didn't have caller identification on the room phone, and they certainly didn't have a contingency plan for when the parents called, yet.
"One moment, please," she said, straining to maintain her composure.
Scarlett hit the mute button, and sighed in panic. Groping for the whiteboard, Scarlett wrote a message with a trembling hand. She called to Ra with no response. She had no time. peeking under the curtain, she saw that he was presentable and reading a magazine. Normally, she wouldn't walk in without permission, but this was a mini-crisis in her book.
She walked in and tapped him on the shoulder, mouthed 'I'm sorry', and pointed to the white board.
'Ra -> Phone = MOM'
in big thick letters.
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