Welcome to Gaia! ::

THIS IS HALLOWEEN: Deus Ex Machina

Back to Guilds

Welcome to Deus Ex Machina, a humble training facility located on a remote island. 

 

Reply THIS IS HALLOWEEN: Deus Ex Machina Training Facilities
[PRP] Feel the Tide (Ami + Lex Again Idec) [FIN] Goto Page: 1 2 3 ... 4 5 [>] [»|]

Quick Reply

Enter both words below, separated by a space:

Can't read the text? Click here

Submit

chiickadee

Princess Hoarder

PostPosted: Sat Feb 09, 2013 2:13 pm


Ami stared at the little piece of paper on her lap. How could she have forgotten? How do you forget one of your very close friends' wedding? It seemed like that date should've stuck out in her mind, yet here she was, staring at the date with a conflict of appointments.

It also bothered her that there was a conflict at all. A date should've been easy to brush off.

Well, there was no beating around the bush. She'd simply have to call and cancel- or at least reschedule. Marcus' marriage was a big deal. Ami was just glad she didn't have to make the call as a man. Exposing her man-self to Madeline was already embarrassing enough. Lex would just be the death of her.

So from the comfort of her couch, she dialed Lex's number and waited. The option of texting him did arise in her mind, but it seemed incredibly rude to her to text a cancellation. It was more proper to say it in pseudo-person.
PostPosted: Sat Feb 09, 2013 2:40 pm


Lex was still starring at the mirror every so often, making sure his scruff was still there. He took pride in the facial hair - he maintained it daily; it was part of his rugged charm. His hair was back to normal now, thankfully enough. Solia had called him a bishie, whatever the hell that meant. That girl sometimes...

The ringing phone brought him out of his self-centered musings, catching him more than a little off guard. No one ever called him; they all just text messaged. When he looked to see who was calling, it all became perfectly clear.

"Ami, how can I help you?"

Carhop Cavalier

Familiar Teenager


chiickadee

Princess Hoarder

PostPosted: Sat Feb 09, 2013 2:48 pm


"Ah ... hi. How are you?" She bit her own tongue and then quickly said, "Nevermind that actually. Marcus and Cass' wedding is on Valentine's ... so ..."

This was kind of rude, wasn't it? Especially after he'd gone out of his way to clear his Valentine's for their date. A pessimistic part of her wondered if this was her own self-destructive behavior wrecking her plans. Hopefully not. "Sorry, I know it's really rude to cancel like this, but it's my good friend's wedding."

She chuckled and sort of awkwardly said, "Maybe some other time?" Fat chance. He'd only done it because he didn't want her alone on Valentine's. Logically any other day wouldn't be any concern of his. "Ahh this is so awkward, I'm sorry."
PostPosted: Sat Feb 09, 2013 8:34 pm


"Ah..." Lex sighed a little, actually having been looking forward to their beach date. He hadn't dated in a few years, it seemed like it would have been a fun time. Well, if she was canceling then she was canceling.

Oh, but wait. She'd offered for maybe another time! A grin flashed across Lex's features as the words began to bubble up in his mouth. "Well, congratulations to Marcus and Cassandra! Give them my best wishes." He fiddled with the ring she'd given him for Christmas, a sort of gesture to keep him occupied while his mind and mouth worked in harmony. "
But I'd love to see you another time - why not today, actually? All my work is scheduled for the night shifts, and I believe yours is too?"


Smooth as usual, with a light hint of sweetness to his tone. She could refuse, of course, but she'd put her intentions out there with that last statement.

Carhop Cavalier

Familiar Teenager


chiickadee

Princess Hoarder

PostPosted: Sat Feb 09, 2013 8:43 pm


Ami blinked, stretching acros her bed and pulling out her journal, which coincidentally doubled as her planner, shopping list, and anything else she needed. Lex was right. She did have night shifts today.

"How did you- ...." She supposed it didn't matter. It was a little creepy, but she was willing to brush it aside. Now had it been Feng ...

She didn't want to think about Feng. "It ... means we can't go farther than the island's edge though." A frown creased on her face, all her excitement for the idea gone. "Unless you wanted a beach picnic here." She bit her lip, thinking for a moment. It would be nice to visit the beach leisurely, but Ami worried about the gossip it might start. Though ... regardless of where they had their date, it would probably start gossip. Would that be that bad? The idea of Madeline and Kat ragging her about her date wasn't too appealing.

Ami left it to Lex. "What do you want to do?"
PostPosted: Sat Feb 09, 2013 8:55 pm


Ruffling his hair a little bit, Lex bit his lip in minor anticipation. Oh, okay good, she wasn't saying no. Knowing her schedule was admittedly slightly creepy (he'd seen her postings in passing, unsure of why he noticed Ami out of everyone), he made note not to do that again.

"Mmmm...you're right." That did put them in a sore spot, didn't it? There was absolutely nothing romantic about the island's layout, save for their own beach. It had it's own charm, certainly, but it wasn't anything like what the Caribbean promised to be. They'd just have to settle, it seemed. "The Deus beach will have to do, then. Do you want me to bring something? I think I've still got a bottle of champagne from New Year's."

A quick look under his bed confirmed that yes, he did. Thankfully Madeline hadn't looted his room recently, or if she had she'd left the bottle as a mercy to him.

Carhop Cavalier

Familiar Teenager


chiickadee

Princess Hoarder

PostPosted: Sat Feb 09, 2013 9:06 pm


Ami's eye flicked to her closet. There were enough ingredients hanging there to make a beach outfit yet. Maybe not a delicately composed one, but something nonetheless.

"You don't have to," she said quickly, "I mean ... I don't mean to impose." Now she was up and sifting through her closet, already deeply immersed in what would match with what. "Can we meet on the south side near the rocks? In about an hour maybe?" The rocks had dense forest all around them. Someone would really have to go out of their way to find them there. Insecurities abound.

It was kind of exciting, planning a date again. She'd planned most of her dates with Adam- all of his were always improptu surprise dates. Then again, those had usually been her favorites. Her hands stopped searching for a moment. She'd actually forgotten about Adam in the past few days, anticipating this Valentine's. "On second thought, bring the champagne."
PostPosted: Sat Feb 09, 2013 9:35 pm


"No, no, it's fine! I'd be glad to!" Lex cheered, smiling brightly while pulling the bottle out from under the bed. Should he bring glasses, too? Yes Alexei, that'd be classy - pilfer the cafeteria for mismatched cups and bring them to a date with already pilfered champagne. Maybe Mads was rubbing off on him with her magpie ways.

He'd just rely on Ami to bring glasses - she had a somewhat furnished house now, thankfully. If not she didn't bring any glasses, he'd look like an idiot and they could take swigs from the bottle in turns.

"Alright, see you in an hour, then." He smiled, letting her respond before ending the call.

Right, outfit time. He knew he had that pair of boardshorts, but should he wear a tee with those, or white button up? Beach bum or classy beach goer? Decisions, decisions....

Carhop Cavalier

Familiar Teenager


chiickadee

Princess Hoarder

PostPosted: Sat Feb 09, 2013 9:41 pm


"Yeah. See you then."

User Image

Ami stood on the edge of the forest, small cooler wrapped around her arms. She would've preferred something more like a basket or a dainty bag, but quite frankly this was Deus Ex Machina. If it didn't have a use, it was chucked out the window. So the closest she could get was a cooler meant for missions to the desert. Incredibly feminine and attractive, really.

She flicked her phone open and closed nervously. Suppose he didn't show up? Suppose her outfit was too much? Suppose he came in his hunters gear and she looked silly? She almost had the mind to leave and go back to her books- text him and say some mission had come up. But no. She'd gone through all this work. It hardly seemed fair to ditch him now.
PostPosted: Sat Feb 09, 2013 10:13 pm


Lex showed up on time, smiling a confident smile and carrying the chilled bottle (he'd stuck it in the kitchen refrigerator and watched it like a dog)of champagne like a precious and delicate thing. He realized how cheesy this actually was, a beach picnic in a grove with champagne, but he really didn't mind. A date was a date, and well... he was actually pretty excited to be going on one. It was a break in the chain, however enjoyable that chain was.

Seeing Ami in her outfit made Lex wonder if maybe he should have gone with the slightly tattered white shirt, instead of the tee he'd purchased some time ago, and the shorts he kept for the summer. Well, he couldn't go back and change now, could he?

"Well, don't we look pretty today." He complimented, offering a little wave of his hand. Not that she didn't always look pretty.

Carhop Cavalier

Familiar Teenager


chiickadee

Princess Hoarder

PostPosted: Sat Feb 09, 2013 10:24 pm


Her face broke into a smile of relief and excitement as he revealed himself in a casual outfit, the same as she was wearing. She pulled the cooler higher up on her arm and said, "I certainly hope so. I have a handsome companion to escort, after all."

She turned to face the ocean now, instead of the forest. "There's a flat rock about a minute that way," she said, gesturing down the coastline. "Shall we?"
PostPosted: Sat Feb 09, 2013 10:40 pm


If Ami thought her outfit was casual...well, it actually was for the girl. Lex still felt like a college frat kid comparitvely, though. His own smile broadened at her compliments, following her gesture down the coast. "Sounds good, then. Could I take the cooler for you?"

When she'd relinquished their lunch, Lex began an easy and slow paced stride down the coastline, headed in the direction of said rock, wondering how the date would go. He should probably ask her something about herself, but nothing too cheesy - the scenario hardly needed it.

"Did you go to the beach often, pre Deus?"

Carhop Cavalier

Familiar Teenager


chiickadee

Princess Hoarder

PostPosted: Sat Feb 09, 2013 10:49 pm


"Does the river in Central Park count?" she said jokingly. With her hands free of the cooler, they sort of awkwardly held her sides not knowing where to go.

She stumbled over a rock and then lurched forward, catching her balance once more. So all that training had at least been for something. "I wasn't really an outdoors sort of person. Transcendentalism, communing with nature- it all goes a bit over my head. Beautiful poetry arose from it though."

Ami blinked as she realized she was babbling out of nervousness. "Er- you?"
PostPosted: Sat Feb 09, 2013 10:57 pm


Lex let out a light chuckle in response, starting a little when the woman nearly stumbled. She was a Hunter, however, and caught herself just fine. He honestly didn't know too much about poetry, though Shel Silverstein had been read to him in grade school. Those poems were always pretty fun.

"No, not really. I've been to Lake Tahoe maybe... four times in my life; but that's about it. A group of friends went to Cabo for spring break, but I had mother's club to look after - all the foreign kids decide to come to Vegas for their breaks, apparently." He mused, his smile turning softer. Oh yes, spring break in Vegas - that was always a good time.

"Had you ever been off the East Coast?"

Carhop Cavalier

Familiar Teenager


chiickadee

Princess Hoarder

PostPosted: Sat Feb 09, 2013 11:04 pm


"Your ... mother's club?" she asked, more caught on that fact than his question. She shook her head quickly and said, "Ah- sort of. My dad traveled all over with disney so ... I got to go with sometimes. Lots of trips to Europe and California, not really elsewhere though. Japan once, that was fun."

They arrived at the aforementioned flat rock and Ami gestured towards it. "There's a blanket on the top of the cooler if you don't mind. I don't like sitting on the ground."
Reply
THIS IS HALLOWEEN: Deus Ex Machina Training Facilities

Goto Page: 1 2 3 ... 4 5 [>] [»|]
 
Manage Your Items
Other Stuff
Get GCash
Offers
Get Items
More Items
Where Everyone Hangs Out
Other Community Areas
Virtual Spaces
Fun Stuff
Gaia's Games
Mini-Games
Play with GCash
Play with Platinum