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Something must’ve gone on between the two during the course of the day being stuck with a rookie would’ve drove Mineshadow insane. Usually Gadd didn’t allow such petty things to affect him but like all human beings it all had to be let out at some point or another. Upon the door being closed the ranger would lean against its sturdy frame head cast low staring at the flooring beneath her very own feet. Practically plopping onto the hospital bed the ranger would reach for the cell phone flipping it open to check for any missing calls or messages. But as most days it was blank of any activity it was set beside the styler as the thin sheets were pulled over in a tight bundle. The pair of pokemon being set in their pokeballs before fully casting a restful eye shut to the world. There was an overwhelming sense that the next day was going to be very busy and complicated.

(sorry for the short post. Only have ten minutes of free time today.)

The hour seemed more like triple the time than it usually was having spent it in and out of sleep tossing from one side to the next. Each dream more unsettling than the last with things becoming more in play the chances of sleep were growing dimmer. Or perhaps it was because of the fire that made it impossible it had been a while since she had last been that close to such a dangerous creature. Of all the things to fear it had to be fire the one thing they had to use on the destruction of the base. They knew of her fear it made it seem as if they used that tactic on purpose for the mere fact that she was stationed there. Ever getting a straight answer of such would never come from that bunch it probably well that it went without knowing for sure. Upon the table rested the two pokeballs confining the partner pokemon beside them was the crumpled pile of clothing.

Showering running releasing a horde of steam as it was set nearest the hottest setting it was only a quick rinse but it was a good one. All the bandages completely removed only the scars from the surgery remained upon her torso another matching set to go with the one on her face. How many more battle wounds was the ranger going to receive by the end of her life time? Heh, life time what a joke that was people in her business didn’t strive long in life she was lucky to get past the age of twenty at this rate. That alone was only a few more years off it was drawing near it was the same age when part of her died that day so many years ago. It was a wonder if she too would die in a building set ablaze while bleeding out upon the floor unable to move.

These were the kind of thoughts that were a daily thing to Mineshadow some times they were even darker in nature. Stepping out of the shower dressed in simple black loose cargo pants and a tank top only a handful of water droplets remained within the thick strands of dull hair. Just as the last of the tightness was sighed out of her body a tapping came at her door. For a moment Mineshadow didn’t move not knowing whether or not it was just a figment of her imagination after all earlier that even something similar had occurred just with another door and a very angry looking Ranger. Not only was the calling of her name confirmed it wasn’t an illusion but speak of the devil it was the very Ranger from earlier, Gaddwick.

By the tone in which her name was called something was wrong it didn’t take a genius to gain as much if it was a life and death emergency she was sure he would’ve just came barging in, perhaps. Finishing with the last thrash of hair drying the towel was tossed back into the shower with the last of water draining out into the pipe system. Walking across the room she flicked the light switched upwards making the ceiling lights beam on to brighten up the room no longer allowing it to linger with the darkness. Slowly the door was pulled partway open just enough for the two of them to clearly see one another.

Crying? Even though there were no visible signs of tears the way his face was contorted and colored it was quite clear. The mere fact that his eyes were slightly red from it also proved it so now she was indeed witnessing two things that evening. Gadd being made and now the ranger in some form of pain it wasn’t like him to be in such state let alone let it show so easily. If any of the other rangers were to see this it would most certainly dampen their spirit if it was Mineshadow it was a completely different story but this was Gaddwick. Much more of the members or rather all of the members really looked up to the man.

Before anyone could witness him in any of this distress of a weakened state Mineshadow widen the doorway reaching over grabbing hold of his arm at the elbow joint. Gently tugging the man into her room before closing the door locking it just to make sure no one would rudely barge in on them. “Why don’t you take a seat?” It was a question but the manner of tone used made it appear more as a direct order as the ranger walked back to the small bathing area. Snatching hold of a dry wash cloth turning on the warm water running the fabric beneath it as it grew heavy in weight collecting in all that water a metallic squeak would croak up as it was turned off before a tumble of water was squeezed out of the rag.

It didn’t matter where the man sat just as long she was sure he wasn’t going to grow weak in the knees and collide with the flooring. The dampen ragged held out to Gaddwick so that he could clean himself up so he wouldn’t look as if he had trek through hell and back. Mineshadow wouldn’t take a seat but chose to stand instead enjoying the coolness of the flooring beneath her bare feet. Wet hair pushed backwards so as the strands wouldn’t tamper with her vision all of her face completely visible for the first time now more than ever the scar was apparent starting directly beneath the right eye there was a slight discoloration with that eye hinting at the possibility that sight was more difficult for it. “What’s going on?”

Gaddwick sat down in the chair and didn't say a word. He took the cloth from Mineshadow but made no movement to clean his face with it. He just kept staring at the floor. It took him a while but he slowly pulled himself together at least enough to talk though his voice was still hoarse. "I must really be a mess huh? I'm sorry I'm doing this to you but I just had to talk to someone."

Gadd took a deep breath but continued to stair at the floor. "I suppose I'm just falling apart. Everything is too much. Jack's reckless behavior, the investigation, and everything else. I just couldn't take it anymore. I'm just so worried. Someone in the group is a traitor. But everyone has been such a good friend. I guess I just don't want it to be true. And more people are going to get hurt. I didn't sign up for something like this. I thought everything was going to be great. I guess you think thats stupid huh."

Gadd turned his head up with a stupid grin up for a moment before frowning and looking back at the floor. "I wish Jack had never found that stupid note. We could have been happy. And to top that subject off I just found out he can create flame from nothing. I don't want to believe it was him but thats where the evidence points. But really it points to me. The police are going to think I can create fire with my mind. I was the only one that saw the attack even. I just don't have a way to defend my self."

Gadd shuddered a little and kept looking at the floor. "But I'm most worried about Dr. Raphael. I haven't seen or heard of him since the Fire. I'm worried. What if it was him or his nurse. That would mean that the other is in trouble. But I just couldn't tell anyone. I just couldn't. Maybe I just didn't want to believe it. Doc was a great person he always seemed so caring. His assistant was too. She always seemed so cheerful. I don't know. Maybe I'm just living in a fantasy world. You must think I'm an idiot" He stopped talking and buried his face in the cloth.

((OoC: Gadd meant since the day of the fire. The Doctor was there in the early morning. Its okay to misunderstand though. He was mostly blubbering to himself. I'm going to try to wrap this up a bit quicker than normal so we can get our new member involved.))

Gaddwick just sort of nodded and brushed the tears off his face. "Thanks. That helps a little. And I do trust you. More than any other human here." He stood himself up and tried to force a smile. "I'll try to hold out as best as I can but forgive me if I'm not quite so happy-go-lucky tomorrow." He slowly made his way to the door. It wasn't his usual confident stride but it wasn't the moping stagger he came in with. "I still have someone else to apologize to. I'm sorry for dumping this on you but who knows. If you ever need someone to talk to I'll be willing to lend an ear."

He pulled open the door and slowly closed it behind him. He walked slowly though the dim hallways until he once again reached his own room. Kadabra was still wide awake waiting for him. "I'm sorry for taking it out on you." He whispered to the air rather than the Pokemon. "I promise never to do something like that again." Kadabra closed one of his eyes. "Lets start fresh again tomorrow, okay?" The Pokemon gave and sigh that was a mixture of exasperation and contentedness. The trainer strode over to his bed. Happiny was curled up on his pillow sleeping restlessly. He gently stroked her head for while before just laying down on the bed and closing his eyes until sleep came.

Down below in the waiting room of the Pokemon Center a radio finished its most recent song. "That was 'Road from Masara' by 'Nibi City'. We're going to a quick weather report and then back to music so please stay tuned. This is Ben and you're listening to Po Ke Mon Music on channel 8.5... Hello ladies and gentlemen it looks like today is going to be a beautiful day for the Kanto region. With Articuno's return to the north we can expect highs today in the mid 50's. So those of you tired of seeing snow will be in luck. Spring is just around the corner. The Jhoto region will be experiencing..."

Jack yawned and woke up. He saw a full clone of himself. "DITTO!" he yelled a little shocked. The little pokemon changed back and started laughing. "Di diitoo." it said. Jack smiled and sighed. "Oh crap....i showed someone." he said remembering that he was never to reveal his powers. He sighed and put his head in his hands. He then stood up and went to find Gaddwick. "Gaddwick sir?" he called out.