foolishwren: what doesn't kill you gives you a lot of unhealthy coping mechanisms and a really dark sense of humor (well you know what they say...)
Heather Mason ([personal profile] foolishwren) wrote2011-05-07 08:56 pm

64. [Voice/Action for Goldenrod] Backdated to Friday/Thursdayish.

[It's probably been a week and a half or so since anybody's heard a whole lot from Heather's end of the line-- given the recent turn of events, coupled with catching up on things with her father, she just hasn't been talking much.]

[But if anyone missed the sound of yet another ranty teenager on the 'Gear network, well, today their wishes and hopes will be realized.]

[A crackle of interference precedes her voice, and in the background there's the steady rumble of a Steelix making headway on a dirt path.]



Heeeey Johto, what's crackin'?

Totally fell off the face of the planet for a bit there.

Anyway, for those who care, Goldenrod just came into sight over the hill, so Dad and I'll be strolling into town within a couple hours, probably.

I'll be lookin' for a few of you as soon as we get checked in and stuff-- you guys know who you are. [She's lookin' at you, Kaito. Dinner plans aside, she still needs to give him that hug.]

And uh-- Snake, you still in the hotel? I'll heal Solid up at the Center first if you want me to, but otherwise, I'm sure he'll be glad to see his Trainer. Sorry the trip wound up takin' so long.

Anyway, uh-- ... see you guys in a few hours.

... Feel free to call me up and chat, though, the road's dusty and it's a real bore to look at for hours on end.




[ooc: For Action, feel free to encounter Heather in the hotel lobby or Pokemon Center healin' up her monsters after arriving.]

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[identity profile] usednastyplot.livejournal.com 2011-05-08 01:50 am (UTC)(link)
[He turns, face flashing with recognition before greets her with a look of irritation.]

That may be one way of putting it. Personally, I find it more inconvenient.

[His expression changes into a slight smile, at least he hopes it does. He's still not mastered this whole 'pleasant expressions' thing.]

It's good to see you, Heather. Was your journey a safe one?

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[identity profile] usednastyplot.livejournal.com 2011-05-08 02:13 am (UTC)(link)
[He glanced in the direction of the small planet before giving her a straight faced answer.]

A whale.

[He does a quick assessment of the area, trying to spot her parental figure before return his mismatched gaze to her.]

How is your father?

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[identity profile] usednastyplot.livejournal.com 2011-05-08 10:29 am (UTC)(link)
I can imagine.

I'm sure he recognized you despite your desperate attire.

[Artemis tapped the top of his clear cheek meaningfully.]

Some things are just memorable that way.

[Artemis couldn't resist that small jibe, not after not seeing her in so long and not after worrying for her. Not that he'd tell her.]

[He brought a hand up to smooth back his hair, semi-conscious of smart attire clashing with her rugged road-worn look, making them look an odd pair in the middle of the center, but he's ignoring such trivial things.]

[He's unsure how to continue down the line of conversation he wishes to, finding it a bit unsettling and possibly not his place but he presses on anyway out of concern.]

How are you, Heather?

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[identity profile] usednastyplot.livejournal.com 2011-05-08 10:01 pm (UTC)(link)
[He just cocked an eyebrow slightly, not doubting his luck at all. Thank goodness for good timing.]

[He relaxed visibly at that, just slightly. He shoulders didn't seem as stiff at least. Before his cool eyes studied her face, searching for a lie.]


That's--

Good to hear.

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[identity profile] usednastyplot.livejournal.com 2011-05-08 11:05 pm (UTC)(link)
[His expression softens, feeling relieved. He gives a nod, not needing anymore elaboration or confirmation.]

You know how to contact me, if it's needed.

[There. He'd offered help. Why had that been giving him such a apprehensive feeling? Such things made him feel uncharacteristically awkward. He hated it.]

[Wanting to drop the subject for both their sakes he moves the conversation back to something more positive for her.]


So, you father, is he so similar to you that I should be worried?

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[identity profile] usednastyplot.livejournal.com 2011-05-09 04:18 pm (UTC)(link)
[He smirks back.]

Exceedingly worried.

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[identity profile] usednastyplot.livejournal.com 2011-05-14 04:43 pm (UTC)(link)
Ah, well, thank goodness.

It seems I finally have someone to report your horrendous behavior too other than ineffectual police officers you enjoy tormenting.