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1[1:49 PM] WarSarah: ------------------------------------------------------------------------
2[1:49 PM] WarSarah: (AP 239, 6/18)
3[1:59 PM] WarSarah: The Cafe was no more busy than it usually was. The patrons were rather unaware (understandably so) of the threat that loomed over their heads.
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5Scion sat at a table in Franka's establishment, sulking immensely. The events from before ran through his mind as he also focused internally. He, Luci, and Jack had all just arrived on Ur. Jack ran off to go god know's where, and Lucita took Scion to the Shop Area. She got him an ARKS Card with the fake name "Scinder" and gave him some meseta.
6"Don't do anything stupid. I'm gonna go take care of stuff."
7She had already left him alone for a while now, and now the Falzling sat in the Cafe, sipping on a Rootbeer Float. It was hard to stay upset for him right now..
8[5:53 PM] Tarina: Among the patrons of the cafe, one person in particular was moving about, stopping briefly at each table as if to examine the other patrons' orders. And then she arrived at Scion's table, staring at the Falzling's drink with wide eyes, much like the expression one would expect from a kid in a candy store.
9Given her appearance, however, it seemed likely that the young Newman eyeing Scion's drink was a child, or at most, a teenager...
10[6:57 PM] WarSarah: Scion, or 'Scinder' was ripped out of his sulking for a moment. He blinked, turning to look at the young Newman who arrived at his table. He stared for a moment, before casting his gaze at his drink, then moving to look up at her again. Remaining silent for a bit, he finally slid the giant glass over to the young girl, setting the spoon he was using down inside."You...want this?"
11[7:23 PM] Tarina: The girl blinked, looking up from the drink to Scion. A grin slowly crept across her face as she brushed her rose-colored hair out of her face. "Nope! If you're just gonna give it to me, I don't want it."
12[7:28 PM] WarSarah: "Oh. Very well then." Scion slid the drink back closer to himself. He had never seen someone so young before on the ship...Perhaps because he was limited to a house the last time he spent a significant amount of time on the ship. Carefully taking a swig of the Float, he turned his attention back on the young girl."Can...I help you with anything else, little miss?"
13[7:44 PM] Tarina: The Newman made her way to the chair on the opposite side of the table and sat down, watching him carefully. Suddenly, she lunged forward, snatching his drink and pulling it close. "Yup! Now that you've taken your drink back, I can steal it." She grinned, pointing to the glass. "Stolen food always tastes better, know what I mean?"
14[7:59 PM] WarSarah: Scion stared at the little girl for a few moments. He looked to the spot where his drink was, then at where it had moved. He raised a brow at the young girl, before reaching over and moving to grab his drink back."No, I don't know what you mean because I've never stolen another person's food."
15[8:28 PM] Tarina: "You sure? You look like a thief to me." The girl pulled the drink further away, keeping it out of Scion's reach. "But that's ok, everyone is!" She took a sip of the root beer, making the act of consuming the stolen beverage as dramatic as possible.
16[8:42 PM] WarSarah: "I look like a thief?" Scion blinked, leaning back in confusion. He seemed to give up on his drink and instead was more confused about the little girl drinking it."I don't understand how someone can "look like a thief." Nevermind that- can I at least get the name of my illusive drink thief?"
17[8:51 PM] Tarina: The Newman giggled at this, putting the drink down. "I'm Lika! Thanks for the float, by the way. It's absolutely delicious."
18[9:49 PM] WarSarah: Scion rose an eyebrow at the name. What was it with Newmans and "L" names? Shaking it off, he managed a smile."Well then, Miss Lika. I suppose it's a pleasure that you're enjoying my Rootbeer Float. I sure hope you didn't pester everyone else in the Cafe for food."
19[10:14 PM] Tarina: "I thought about it, but nothing else looked as tasty as this root beer float." Lika held it up, as if to show off her prize. "Besides, you offered it to me."
20[10:17 PM] WarSarah: "Yes, I did." Scion shrugged, glancing around the Cafe. He looked antsy briefly, letting out a small sigh. Tapping his fingers on the table, he looked at the young girl."...Are you an ARKS, Miss Lika? You're almost too small to look like one.."
21[10:27 PM] Tarina: "Oh, uh, sort of?" Lika's smile faded, replaced by a frown as she crossed her arms. "I'm in training. It's not that bad, but... I don't like all the rules."
22[10:33 PM] WarSarah: This earned a small chuckled out of the Falzling."You don't like all the rules? Why so, Miss Lika?" Scion leaned forward, resting his arms on the table. He rested his chin in one of his hands, watching the young girl intently.
23[10:39 PM] Tarina: "Because I want to go out and explore! I got to see the dragon planet once, it was beautiful... I want to see more places like that!" She huffed, pouting. "But now they won't let me go out at all anymore. I'm not even supposed to be here, but I was so bored, I couldn't help it..."
24[11:06 PM] WarSarah: "Go out..and explore huh.." Scion's eyes trailed up for a moment. He recalled his time on Wopal, before turning back to Lika."As much as exploring is fun, the rules are in place to keep you safe. What if you get hurt out there, and can't manage to contact anyone?"(edited)
25December 1, 2016
26[1:07 AM] Tarina: The young Newman frowned. "I know, I know... They won't let me go out without a partner, but no one wants to be my partner." She let out a sigh, before her expression suddenly brightened. "Hey! Maybe you can go with me!"
27[1:33 PM] WarSarah: "Go out with you?" Scion quirked a brow at this, seeming to ponder the thought."I can't right now, exactly, but perhaps another time, mm? Especially with how active the Darkers have gotten, I don't want someone like you getting hurt." He nodded, eyeing his stolen drink for one last time."Why would anyone not want to be your partner?"
28[2:19 PM] Tarina: "Yeah... Maybe another time..." The Newman breathed a sigh. "The last time I got a partner, we went to Amduscia... And then the Darkers got her. I got away, but maybe everyone's worried that the Darkers will go after me, too?"
29[3:09 PM] WarSarah: "Oh, very much so." Scion nodded, recalling all the Dark Falzes from before. "Darkers are dangerous, and a Falz is even worse. They like to prey on the young, because they want your powers." He pointed at Lika."...So that's why they probably won't allow you to go out alone. Power in numbers, after all."
30[3:34 PM] Tarina: Lika tilted her head, eyeing Scion. "Falz... You mean when Darkers steal ARKS for themselves?"
31[3:44 PM] WarSarah: "Mhm. The big strong ones. They like to steal bodies because they have a hard time functioning without one." Scion reached over, booping the small girl on the nose."And they like young girls like yourself. Kinda creepy, right?"
32[4:09 PM] Tarina: Lika leaned back, pushing his hand away. "Y-yeah... And they did go after me, at first. But they got my partner instead. And you know what happened?"
33[4:21 PM] WarSarah: Scion smiled at this, resting his hand on the table."Oh no! What happened to your partner?"
34[4:24 PM] Tarina: "Her hair turned pink." She leaned forward, reaching out and booping him back. "Just like yours."
35[4:51 PM] WarSarah: There was mild suprirse as he watched the young girl boop his nose. He stared as she retreated back..before laughing some. Scion reached up, gently taking a lock of hair that wasn't stuck in his ponytail."Ah, yes yes. I haven't cut my hair yet." He turned, beaming back at Lika."When one absorbs too much Darker energy, their hair, as you observed, turns this pink color. Like...that one blonde lady in the gate area!"
36[4:59 PM] Tarina: "Ohhhh." Lika stared, almost in awe. "Why does it do that? Why only the ends?" She leaned forward, reaching out for the lock of hair. "What happens if the person's hair is already pink?"
37[5:01 PM] WarSarah: Scion obliged the girl, leaning forward so she could touch the hair. The young Falzling shrugged, seeming to only just now ponder why his kin did this."I don't know. Perhaps it's a way to show the negative photons physically. Or maybe Falzes are just fashionistas." He chuckled."As for pink hair...maybe it just goes darker pink? Or perhaps stays the same.."
38[5:11 PM] Tarina: Lika eyed the lock of hair for a short while, before releasing it and leaning back. "How could you not know? You've got Falz-y hair yourself, don't you?"
39[5:13 PM] WarSarah: "Well, yes, but that doesn't automatically mean I know WHY the hair goes pink on the ends." Scion forced a smile for a moment, letting his gaze wander around the cafe as he leaned back in his seat. No sign of who he was looking for, and everyone seemed to mind their business. Sighing, he turned back to Lika."Anymore questions, little miss?"
40[5:26 PM] Tarina: Lika tilted her head to the side, tapping on the table as she thought. "...Who are you, exactly?" She continued on, not bothering to wait for a response. "Are you an ARKS or are you a Dark Falz? You're wearing ARKS clothes but if you're a Falz then you're also a thief, and you could have stolen them.. Or maybe you're an ARKS who used to be a Falz? But if you're a Falz, then you wouldn't be sitting in here drinking ice cream and soda... Oh, but if you used to be a Falz, then that'd be fine, right?" She paused for a brief moment, taking in a deep breath as if to continue talking.
41[7:05 PM] WarSarah: Scoin watched Lika contemplate his existence, thorough amused by her own musings. One he found it enough, the Falzling cleared his throat."I am an ARKS. I used to be a Falz, but I got better." He looked uncomfortable for a moment, before smiling."And now I'm trying to make things right."
42[7:38 PM] Tarina: "Oh, that's good! Have you tried meeting with a bunch of those elite ARKS yet? You know, the really powerful ones? I'm sure they could help you, if they know you're an ARKS now. Just be careful, they might not know you're helping them.." She paused, frowning as her face scrunched up a bit. "Also, you could use a bath. You smell funny."
43[7:55 PM] WarSarah: Scion blinked, lifting his arm up to smell himself."Oh, I suppose I do still reek of sea water." He chuckled, scratching behind his head."Well, it wouldn't hurt to get Elite help...Very well then! First, a bath, and then letting people know I'm not a threat." He nodded to himself."Thank you Miss Lika for help getting me on track."
44[8:07 PM] Tarina: "Of course! Oh, and as soon as you're done with that, you should take me out exploring. You said sea water, does that mean you went to that water planet? Wopal or something? I wanna go there too!" The girl cheerfully sipped the remainder of Scion's drink, before setting the now-empty glass back on the table.
45[8:18 PM] WarSarah: While some aspects of Lika ticked Scion off to no end, her eagerness to explore was rather...adorable, to an extent. Chuckling softly at this, Scion nodded."Ah, we'll have to check if there are any safe spots, but I'll be sure to take you out once I'm less stinky."
46[10:23 PM] Tarina: The young Newman giggled at this. "Hehe, please do! After you're all nice and clean, that is... Can't go out smelling like a Dagan butt, can we?"
47[11:03 PM] WarSarah: Scion nodded, before bringing up a console. He paused as he recalled the motions from Lucita's memories, and nodded to himself. After a few moments, he sent a contact request to Lika. Closing the console, he stood up and dusted himself off."Well, I'm off to go and stop smelling like "Dagan Butt," as you so put it. Perhaps I'll catch up with you later, Miss Lika?"
48December 2, 2016
49[3:18 AM] Tarina: Lika giggled at this. "Hehe, ok!" Opening a console of her own, she quickly accepted the contact request and stood up. "See you later, uhh... Did I ever get your name?" She paused, looking back at the console screen. "Ah! See you later, Scinder!"
50[12:53 PM] WarSarah: Scion smiled, quickly standing up from his table. He waved as he walked away in a rather fast pace, soon disappearing outside of the cafe main entrance.
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52Once outside, Scion finally let out the breath he had been holding. He took a few deep breaths in, before looking around."...Who knew little kids were so perceptive..."
53December 4, 2016
54[8:48 PM] WarSarah: ------------------------------------------------------------------------------
55(A bit later )
56[8:50 PM] WarSarah: Scion returned back to the Cafe, dusting himself off. He had taken it upon himself to follow Lika's advice, and make himself seem less...suspicious. Thankfully to him (and the others around him), he no longer smelled like "Dagan Butt," a la the services of the Salon.
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58Silently, he stepped through the entrance, glancing around. He didn't know if Lika was still there, and certainly hope he hadn't kept Lucita waiting at all."...No, looks like she's still busy..."
59[8:54 PM] Nitrocosmic: Upon his return, he would notice a new - or not so new - face at a table across the way. A certain tall woman was sitting at one of the cafe tables, a book in her hand and a cheesecake on the table. Aly had not noticed him coming in, her eyes apparently glued to the book. Her other hand moved over to the cup on the table, holding it before her, preparing to sip.(edited)
60[8:56 PM] WarSarah: Scion stared at the woman, as if trying to remember who she was. It took a few moments, before it finally clicked. Sucking in a deep breath, he rather quickly walked over to the podium in the center, keeping it between him and Aly. While it was a way to hide himself, he also wanted another Rootbeer Float...
61[9:07 PM] Nitrocosmic: Aly took a sip of the drink as Scion approached the podium...then seemed to cough suddenly half way through. Stifling her coughs, she looked again at her inventory in disbelief. Sure enough, the sunglasses in her inventory were giving the soft beep beep indicating Darker presence. But where? She carefully looked around, making it look as though she was stretching her neck from the constant reading. She scanned the area, but didn't immediately see anything. Strange... she thought to herself. It doesn't usually malfunction, it's pretty reliable... 
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63Shaking her head, Aly went back to lightly reading, but glancing up every now and then. I should keep an eye out, just in case.
64[9:10 PM] Tarina: Anna, meanwhile, had just reached the shopping area. Ignoring the other ARKS wandering about with their own business, she continued on her way to the cafe. She'd almost made it to the entrance when a hauntingly familiar voice rang out from behind her. 
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66"Hiiii, Anna!"
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68Grimacing, she began to walk faster, hoping that the little pink demon child would leave her alone. Alas, it was not meant to be. as she walked, Lika trailed behind her with a bounce in her step.
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70"Anna, I haven't seen you in ages! Can I have my room back now? I promise I won't play any more pranks on you, I know you didn't like it but it was just so funny seeing your reaction... Oh! Did you cut your hair? It's not pink anymore, so I guess that means you're not evil now..."
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72Gritting her teeth, Anna continued on into the cafe, ignoring the young Newman. There was definitely someone here, and rather close at that...
73[9:13 PM] WarSarah: Scion, assuming he was off the hook, soon calmed down. Loosing a sigh, the young Falz turned to the person standing in the..podium..thing in the center of the cafe. It was a rather normal looking human male, with black hair and blue eyes."Oh uh, yes. One Rootbeer Float please?" With a bow of the head, the man turned away to retrieve said item. Meanwhile, the Falzling glanced around to see that Lika was no longer at their table.
74[9:23 PM] Nitrocosmic: Aly, meanwhile, had done the opposite of cooldown. The beeping had continued, and her glancing had turned into full on scanning. Damn it, where is it?! Her irritation was clear on her face, not sure whether to believe the sunglasses were functioning or not. Considering that neither result is preferred, she slammed the book closed, and laid it on the table, rising from the seat. Adjusting her leather jacket, she began walking in a circle, around the central pillar, her boots thumping as she walked.
75[9:42 PM] Tarina: Once inside, Anna glanced around, looking for either Lucita or Scion. Her senses told her that Scion was the more likely visitor to the Cafe, but... Her thoughts were interrupted as she felt Lika grab her hair from behind.
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77"Oooh, what's that?" 
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79Even now, Anna tried to ignore the little pest... until she felt a momentary sting as the girl yanked on her hair. Whirling around, she saw Lika holding a few strands, eyeing them.
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81Lika looked up at Anna, and held them out for her to see. "You missed some pink, Anna. I took it out for you!" 
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83Anna's eyes widened. When she'd cut her hair several months ago, she'd made certain that none of that pink coloring was left... And yet there it was. Her eyes narrowed as she glared at Lika. No doubt another prank, and one meant to antagonize her... "Get out of my sight, Lika. I don't have time for this." 
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85To her relief, Lika stepped back and nodded, running off with a bounce in her step. At least the little brat could listen to orders now... Anna let out a sigh, and headed further into the cafe. Now that the distraction was gone, she could focus on finding her target.
86[9:46 PM] WarSarah: Soon enough, Scion's drink was handed to him. He quickly turned and walked away from the pillar, and instead towards the back of the Cafe. His stride was casual as he sipped upon his newly aquired drink, and his eyes were set upon a storage terminal. Carefully adjusting his freshly cut hair, he made sure the ponytail was tight enough.
87[10:15 PM] Tarina: It was only a minute or so before Anna located Scion standing next to a storage terminal. She narrowed her eyes, staring at the Falzling from afar. It was hard to tell from this distance, but.. did he cut his hair..?(edited)
88[10:26 PM] WarSarah: The Falzling did indeed cut his hair. It seemed Lika's comment from before tipped him off, and he saw it fit to cut the pink ends off of his hair. To the untrained ARKS eye (or senses), he looked like a normal ARKS member as well.
89[10:39 PM] Nitrocosmic: Aly, meanwhile, had walked around towards the middle column, and noticed the blonde woman, though didn't immediately recognize her.  She followed her gaze, looking at the Arks member at the terminal. The white haired dark skinned Arks didn't seem anything interesting, why did the woman care? Aly stared at the man at the terminal for a moment, thinking...
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91Aly slapped her forehead. It was the greenhorn; that's why the sunglasses were going off. She walked over to the blonde woman... Oh...it's Anna. The recognition dawning on her, she called to Anna, keeping her voice down. "Anna...?"
92[10:57 PM] Tarina: On hearing Aly call out for her, Anna turned her attention away from the Falzling and walked over. "Ah... I remember you..." She paused, tilting her head. "..What was your name again?"
93[11:01 PM] Nitrocosmic: "Aly. Pleased to meet you again...though this seems hardly the time. Is that Scion over there?" She nodded in Scion's direction, though she continued to face Anna.
94[11:03 PM] WarSarah: As the two women conversed, the Falzling seemed completely unaware of their existence now. He messed with the terminal, going over what weapons he had aquired in his time...all the while, enjoying his Rootbeer Float.
95[11:08 PM] Tarina: "Ah, so you noticed him too." Anna nodded, glancing in Scion's direction. "I got word he was around here, so I came over to take a look. Seems he's trying to blend in, from the looks of things..."
96[11:10 PM] Nitrocosmic: "Startled me initially but yes. I wasn't here very long, and he just...showed up." She rested a hand on her hip. "So, then if he's here...is Lucita around as well? I don't think the greenhorn would come up here on his own without someone to make him look normal."
97[11:15 PM] Tarina: "Yeah, I'm sure Lucita's around here somewhere... Just haven't a clue as to where she might be." She shrugged, and motioned towards Scion. "Keep an eye on him for a moment, would you?"
98[11:50 PM] Nitrocosmic: Aly nodded, taking a seat halfway facing him. She tapped on her ear at Anna, indicating to stay in contact wherever she was going.
99December 5, 2016
100[12:11 AM] Tarina: Nodding, Anna made her way to the podium in the center of the cafe, and waved to the man behind the counter. "Hey, could I get..." She paused, looking over her options. "...A slice of... strawberry cheesecake...?" She frowned, wondering if Neith would even like the treat. Deciding to be better safe than sorry, she spoke up once more. "...And a slice of chocolate cake as well."(edited)
101[9:15 AM] WarSarah: While Anna ordered the food, Scion had pulled a few weapons out from storage, opting to keep none of them out on display for now. The Falzkin turned and moved to the visiphone next to the storage terminal, apparently looking up info on others now.
102[7:10 PM] Nitrocosmic: Aly folded her legs, watching the Falz leaf through the visophone, silently cursing herself for not bring her coffee cup. She threw an arm over the chair, lazily watching the man, not in any apparent hurry to confront him.
103[7:15 PM] Tarina: A moment later, the man at the counter had retrieved the desired confections for Anna, placing them into two small boxes for her. Giving Aly a quick glance and a nod, she took the boxes and made her way over to Scion. "...Hey. Nice haircut."
104[7:19 PM] WarSarah: Scion seemed rather absorbed in his research for a moment. He paused as he had began typing out another name in the ARKS search, shooting a bored glance over his shoulder. Letting out an "mm" in reply, he turned back to the terminal...before it clicked. The Falzling audibly choked on his drink as he lurched forward, quickly pulling the Rootbeer Float away from his face as he coughed.
105[7:20 PM] Nitrocosmic: Aly nodded, watching Anna...then a smirk crossed her face as she watched the greenhorn choke.
106[7:34 PM] Tarina: Anna waited for him to recover, and continued. "Now that you're done choking on your drink, I have a question for you... A few, actually."
107[7:51 PM] WarSarah: The Falzling continued to cough and hack for a few moments, before calming down. Well, somewhat calmed down. He continued to breath rather heavily as he backed up against the visiphone, a panicked smile coming to his face with a nod. Seemed he was going to remain silent until the quetions started coming.
108[8:05 PM] Tarina: "Alright, first question. Did Lucita come back with you?" She seemed to be counting off the questions on one hand. "Second, I'm looking for a CAST named Jack... Do you know where he is? And third..." She paused, eyeing Scion. "...Why are you here?"
109[8:09 PM] WarSarah: After Anna seemed to ask all of her questions, Scion held up a shakey hand. He extended one finger out, counting his answers off in the same order as the questions."Yes." He squeaked out, before extending another finger."No idea." He continued to speak quietly, before starting to..calm down entirely? He extended his third finger as he straightened up, realizing his behavior would of made him suspicious."I'm here to keep an eye on things-and of course help in the effort against Nero."
110[8:13 PM] Tarina: Anna nodded. "I see... So Lucita's fine, Jack is.." She frowned. "Perhaps I should have worded that differently. Was he with you when you arrived on the ship?"
111[8:17 PM] WarSarah: "The buffoon? Yes. He arrived with us, and then has gone to god knows where." Scion made a wide gestured as he frowned as well. Clearly, he wasn't satisfied with his interactions with the CAST.
112[8:19 PM] Tarina: Anna let out a sigh of relief. "Well, if he's alive, that's good enough for now. As for why you're here... You'll help us fight Nero, then? And is Lucita with you on this?"
113[8:21 PM] WarSarah: "Well- duh! She practically dragged me here herself." Scion paused, scratching behind his head."...She didn't really trust me to not work with the clone..so y'know..." He gestures to around them."...Here we are?"
114[8:42 PM] Tarina: Anna narrowed her eyes, studying him... and nodded, apparently satisfied with whatever she saw. "...Alright. Here's the deal. I'm working with a few friends to take him down myself. You know how the saying goes, strength in numbers and all that... Would you be open to meeting them?"
115[8:46 PM] WarSarah: "...Could I get a promise of minimal damage? I'm quite fond of not experiencing pain, you see, and I don't know if your..."friends" would take so kindly to a Falz walking freely on the ship." A pause, as he considered his words."Mostly freely. Look- I just don't want to be punched in the face first thing, and I'll totally meet them."
116[9:01 PM] Nitrocosmic: Aly laughed from behind them as she walked. "You know I can't guarantee that with the old man involved." She stopped next to Anna, looking down at Scion. "And it's not like we don't already have other issues to deal with, right?" She smiled at Scion, though it wasn't very friendly. "I'll tell them what's going on if you want, Anna. I'll need to keep the boys calm...or at least reasonable." She looked over at the other woman.
117[9:17 PM] Tarina: Anna chuckled at Scion's reaction. "Trust me, Neith wouldn't punch you in the face just for being a Falz... Not if you behaved, at least. Now, how about we head over to the Nook? I'll need to stop by my place on the way there, see if Robin has any fresh sweets up for grabs.." Turning to Aly, she nodded. "Let them know, but tell them I have things under control for now."
118[9:19 PM] WarSarah: Scion watched Aly walk up, his nervousness fading away completely. Instead, a scowl replaced his expression, his mood becoming sullen. Turning his gaze away from the woman, the Falzling waited for the two women to be done conversing."It's not Neith I'm worried about..."He grumbled to himself.
119[9:26 PM] Nitrocosmic: Aly nodded, and turned to Scion. "Don't worry, your pretty face will stay in tact." She waved a hand dismissively. "I'll handle them. They have someone else to direct their ire to, anyway. Nero's going to be getting hate meant for two...and I can't wait to join them." She smiled again at Scion, and heel turned. "I'll see you later Anna, stay in contact." She sent an Arks card to the both of them, then made to leave.
120[9:30 PM] Tarina: Anna nodded, accepting the card and waving to Aly as she left. "Will do." Turning back to Scion, she added, "Now, how about we head out? Call Lucita if you'd like, just keep in mind that she and Neith... were not on the best terms last time they met."
121[9:32 PM] WarSarah: "About...that..." Scion rubbed behind his head."She..didn't really give me contact information? She just set me up with basic stuff-and then told me to wait here. B-But it's been a good few hours or so.." He looked...worried for a moment, before shaking it off."...Might be best to leave her as is?"
122[9:34 PM] Tarina: "If she doesn't show her face soon, I'll have to go out and find her myself. Shouldn't be too hard, given who she's been spending time with..." She grumbled the last part to herself, before heading for the cafe's exit. "Come on, then, let's go."
123[9:36 PM] WarSarah: Scion scuttled quickly after Anna, quickly downing the rest of his drink. When they passed the center, he carefully gave the empty glass to a server, before returning back to Anna's side."....You're eerily calm about this."
124[9:40 PM] Tarina: Anna glanced in Scion's direction. "...Let's just say I've been dealing with Falz on the ship for a while, and leave it at that."
125[9:41 PM] WarSarah: Scion stared warily at the woman for a moment, before shrugging it off."Very well. Lead the way, and I'll do my best not to draw attention." He smiled-perhaps a genuine one?- as he walked behind Anna.
126[9:47 PM] Tarina: Anna nodded, and lead the way. Some time later, they arrived at the door to Anna's room. As the door slid open for her, she called for her roommate. "Robin, you in here?"
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128Robin ran to the door to greet them, waving at Anna. "Oh, hey! Haven't seen you in a while! Good to see you're alright." She paused, peering out at Scion. "...Hey, is that..?"
129[9:49 PM] WarSarah: Scion stood a few paces behind Anna, looking around as if the enviroment interested him. He glanced over at Robin, staring at her for a moment, before turning and looking at a wall instead.
130[9:58 PM] Tarina: Anna nodded at Robin. "Yes, that's Scion. But that's not why I'm here... I wanted to get Neith some sort of treat on the way back. She.. uh.. seemed pretty enthusiastic when I mentioned your name."
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132Robin let out a small gasp, and ran back into the room to retrieve a snack. While she was busy searching for a spare confection or two, Anna turned back to Scion. "...You want something, too?"
133[10:01 PM] WarSarah: Scion jumped when the human woman adressed him."Huh? Me? Uh..." He thought for a moment, quickly shaking his head."N-No. I'm alright." The nervousness had seemed to return in the presence of Robin...
134[10:09 PM] Tarina: Anna simply shrugged at Scion's response. Afew minutes later, Robin returned with a single chocolate bar, looking sorely disappointed. "Sorry, Anna, I've only got this with me today... I just got back from shopping, and it's all I've got that's ready to eat right now."
135Taking the bar, Anna smiled at Robin. "This will do just fine. It's the thought that counts... You always told me that before, you know." This seemed to cheer the younger girl up considerably, and she smiled in return. "...Thanks, Anna."
136[10:13 PM] WarSarah: Scion looked up from his awkward staring at the wall, observing the two women. He glanced between them, letting Anna's words resound in his mind."..The though that counts, huh." He muttered to himself, before straightening up. He took a few steps back, giving Anna room to turn around when she so pleased.
137[10:29 PM] Tarina: Waving to Robin, Anna turned back to Scion. "Alright, got the sweets... Let's head to the Nook."
138[10:31 PM] WarSarah: Scion seemed lost in his thoughts for a few moments. It took a few seconds before it clicked that Anna had spoke to him."..H-Huh? Oh, uh, right. Lead the way..I guess..." The Falz rubbed behind his head and moved to make room for Anna again.
139[10:39 PM] Tarina: Anna nodded, moving faster now. It seemed she was rather impatient to get there, but even so, she was willing to make conversation along the way. 
140"So.. Do you know what's going on between Nero and Guardian?"
141[10:42 PM] WarSarah: Scion stumbled for a moment, before catching up quickly."Nero and Guardian? Nero extended parternship to Guardian. Guardian rejected him. Nero obviously got upset." The Falzling shrugged."..At least, that's all I know for now. I don't know if the two have talked outside of what I saw..."
142[10:44 PM] Tarina: Anna raised an eyebrow at this. "He rejected a partnership? That's good news for us, but... why?"
143[10:52 PM] WarSarah: Scion shrugged as he thought some more."Guardian already knew what kind of threat Nero posed-and is. He...we saw this before with Double. He feared we'd see it again with Nero.." He sighed."I guess we are."
144[11:04 PM] Tarina: "Sounds about right. I wonder if he'd agree to an alliance with us, then. Even if just a temporary one..." She let out a glum sigh, shaking her head. "I just don't want to lose anyone again. It hurts more every time..."
145December 6, 2016
146[12:40 AM] WarSarah: There wasw a hesitation, before Scion reached and gently put his hand on Anna's shoulder. Despite wearing a glove, he was rather warm to the touch."Hey now, don't think like that. You're bound to jinx it and make something bad happen."(edited)
147[12:57 AM] Tarina: This earned him a cold glare from Anna. "Don't even mention jinxing something like that..." She muttered bitterly, pushing his hand away.
148[6:37 AM] WarSarah: Scion obliged the women, quickly retracting his hand and holding it up."..Sorry." He muttered, before sighing and pocketing his hands. Awkwardly, he looked away from Anna, trying to keep a distance once more.
149[1:34 PM] Tarina: "...Hmph." With the mood for conversation effectively dead, Anna turned and continued walking in silence. 
150
151Before long, however, the two would arrive at the entrance to the Nook. Anna still seemed to be in a rather sour mood, though not quite as much as before... Gesturing to the building, she gave Scion a nod. "Alright, this is the place. After you..."
152[1:47 PM] WarSarah: Scion jumped when he realized they were there. Examining the entrance for a moment, the young Falzling entered the building. Unlike Mars, he apparently knew to expect automatic doors on the ship. Quickly, he moved to the side to allow his guide in, clearly looking nervous about being in the place.
153[2:08 PM] Neith: "ONII-CHAAAAN!"  Came a somewhat high-pitched, delighted squeal.
154Before Anna could begin to enter, a violet blur shot out from between the still-opening doors.
155The form latched onto Scion and squeezed, her dark-skinned cheek pressing against his affectionately.  The girl, dressed in dark purple, had an array of softly-flowing tendrils of violet energy coming out of her back in an arrangement resembling wings.
156[2:12 PM] WarSarah: "GUH-" Scion was clearly not expecting such a reaction to his presence. The Falzling's arms shot up to try and protect himself, but to no avail. He quickly tumbled backwards and onto the floor, groaning as he blinked a few times."Ow..." He grunted, turning to try and look at whoever was latched onto him.
157[2:16 PM] Neith: Rebellion's squint-smile deepened for a moment, out of view.  She squealed again.   "Nii-chan's here!  I knew you'd come for me..."  The younger Falzling said, squeezing her elder 'brother' again.
158"I knew you were out there.  I could feel it.  We came from the same place, after all..."
159[2:21 PM] Tarina: "....For the love of... Rebellion, get back in the building before someone sees you." Shifting the boxes of cake into one arm, she reached down and grabbed the back of Rebellion's clothing, mindful of the wing-like tendrils. "You're going to scare him away if you keep that up." At that, she began walking into the building, intending on dragging the Falz back inside with her.
160[2:38 PM] WarSarah: Scion, in response, tried to crawl back from his younger sibling. Struggling to unlatch her, he was relieved that Anna interrupted their meeting to pull his sibling off of him."U-Uh, yes! Inside, inside-before someone sees something they shouldn't."
161[2:52 PM] Neith: "Okaaay~"
162Rebellion allowed herself to be dragged in, squint-smile still at full brightness.  Once inside, she returned to Scion's side leaned on him with a satisfied sigh.
163[2:54 PM] WarSarah: Scion froze up once he was inside as well, seeing as his sibling was practically attached to him. He glanced over at Anna with a slightly panicked expression. After a moment of hesitation, the Falzling reached a hand up and gently pat Rebellion on the head."Nice..to meet you..."
164[3:04 PM] Tarina: Anna grumbled to herself as she walked to the counter and set the boxes of cake down. Best to let the Falz have their little family reunion first... As long as things didn't get out of hand.
165[3:10 PM] Neith: The junior Falzling's smirk deepened as she was pet, and she returned to her firm latch around Scion's chest.  Spinning the two of them around, she squealed again in girlish excitement.
166"He's here, he's here, he's here!  Nii-chan's here!"  She repeated, before taking both of Scion's hands, raising them above their heads and holding there.
167"BANZAIII~!"
168[3:14 PM] WarSarah: The Falzling tried to keep up with his sister's excitement, rather...confused by it, to say the least. He was still recovering from being spun around when his hands were lifted. Blinking a few times, he finally got his hold on his surroundings, canting his head down to look at his sister."Yes! I am here-and Anna brought you something, I think?" He looked over his sister's head and towards the counter.
169[3:22 PM] Neith: Rebellion held the pose, not releasing Scion's arms even as her wingtips slowly curled inward, pointing their tips directly at him.  Her squint-smile remained, though after a few moments it began to fade.  Hesitation registered as her smile gradually curled downward into a faint scowl.  Her crimson eyes finally opened in a cold stare as they met his.
170"...You really are clueless."  She said curtly, voice having deepened back to the level of an adult woman. The female Falz half rolled her eyes as she released her brother, turning away and moving back to sit on the shop counter.
171[3:30 PM] WarSarah: The sudden turn of attitude seemed to only baffle the older Falz even more. His arms remained up for a few more moments as she turned away, his expression showing his confusion."Uh....What?" He replied rather quietly, letting his hands lower. Gently patting around himself, he made sure that there wasn't any disturbances on his person.
172[3:38 PM] Neith: Rebellion plopped down onto the counter in an uncouth position, and sighed.   "The biggest cake I could eat, and I'm not allowed..." She muttered bitterly, before gesturing back to Scion.    "And it would have been so easy, too..."   The dark-skinned Falz rolled her eyes again and crossed her arms.  Seeming to disengage from the conversation with her host, Rebellion turned her eyes back at the snowy-haired Newman.   "Whatever.  You're so soft and flabby, I didn't want to eat you, anyway."  She said with a huff.
173[3:55 PM] WarSarah: Scion blinked a few times as he listened to his sibling speak. Soon, he realized the true meaning of her actions and words. His once confused expression shifted into a scowl as his attitude completely shifted."Oh. Well, she did warn me." He mumbled to himself with a sigh."And here I thought I'd reward my good little sister with a present. Oh well." He shrugged, looking around the shop.
174[4:02 PM] Tarina: Anna, meanwhile, let out a sigh. "Look, I didn't bring Scion here so you could eat him. I brought him here because he agreed to help us take Nero down. Now, why don't you two try to get along?"
175[4:06 PM] Neith: "Hmfph~"  Rebellion huffed, before her eyes fizzled and shifted to yellow.  Her body went slack for a moment before Neith caught herself, hardly missing a beat.  She looked to Scion and offered him a wry grin.    "Sorry about that.  I dozed off while I was waiting for you two..."
176[4:10 PM] Tarina: "Ah, Neith. Special delivery just for you..." Anna gestured to the two boxes of cake. "Chocolate cake, strawberry cheesecake, a Falz, and..." She pulled out the chocolate bar, handing it over. "A little something from Robin. She didn't have anything ready for you, so.. That'll have to do."
177[4:15 PM] Neith: Neith's eyes lit up at the mention of cheesecake, and she accepted the chocolate bar with a smile. 
178[Cheese in cake? That sounds gross.  What's that flat wrapped-up thing?]
179[Don't worry about it.]
180"Ooh, uh...I'm not sure she's ready for that, but...thanks. Those are actually my favorite..."
181[4:19 PM] Tarina: Anna raised an eyebrow, a faint smile growing on her face. "Are they? And here I was just guessing..."
182[4:22 PM] WarSarah: Scion watched the two interact, looking calmed that now he wasn't the object of attention. Turning away from the two women, he went to go browse the many products lined up the walls, clearly amazed by how many different things were being sold. It was vastly different from the basic shops in the Shop Area.
183[4:32 PM] Neith: Neith nodded to Anna.  "Don't want to spoil her..."  She said quickly, before glancing back to Scion, and noting his interest.
184"So, uh...Scion..."  Neith began uncertainly, knowing her track record negotiating with Falzes left much to be desired...
185"....You hungry?"
186[4:52 PM] WarSarah: Scion flinched as he was addressed. The Falzling spun around, holding his hands up to show that he was guilty of nothing....even though he wasn't in trouble. He sat there for a few moments, before it clicked."...Oh! Uh..." He scratched behind his head, glancing down at his stomach."...Yeah, actually. Wopal natives aren't very tasty..."
187[5:11 PM] Tarina: "I found him in the cafe, sipping on a root beer float... Seriously, what is it with you Falz and sweets? Maybe it runs in the family." Anna shrugged, motioning to the shelf. "Plenty of that sort of stuff to be found here, if you felt like eating junk food... Plenty of healthier options, too."
188[5:36 PM] WarSarah: Scion blushed lightly at being questioned on his food choice."W-Well..Uhm..L-Lucita reccomended the Rootbeer Float!"He huffed, quickly spinning on his heel. With a deep breath, the Falzling calmed down as he went back to browsing his food selection, clearly still amazed by how much there was.(edited)
189[6:16 PM] Neith: "Hm....tell you what.  Grab one of those packed salads in front of you. Get one for Anna too if she wants, and meet me in the lounge."  The Newearl said, hopping off her shop counter and stretching as she headed through the automatic door, cracking her knuckles as she went.   The door closed behind her, leaving Scion with his choice of assorted meatless salads before him.
190[6:37 PM] WarSarah: The Falzling watched the Newearl for a moment, before turning back to his selection. He grabbed one salad to his left, and another to his right. Glancing over the labels on both of them, he nodded to himself, before quickly scooting after Neith.
191[7:55 PM] Neith: The Newman woman had just finished rounding the counter in the lounge when Scion entered, and opened a corner fridge full of supplies.  Glancing at the taller Falzkin, she nodded at him.
192"What'll you take with your salad?  Aignis, rockbear or rodos?"  Neith hesitated for a moment, peeking into the fridge.   "I've got some org blan but.......I don't....really like cooking that.  For reasons."  She added, looking a bit queasy just thinking about it.
193[8:02 PM] Tarina: "I'll take rockbear, if you don't mind?" Anna cut in, having followed behind Scion. "That is, unless Scion decided to grab two salad packs for himself... Did you?" She asked, smirking.
194[8:04 PM] WarSarah: "You know, I briefly considered not giving you the second one, but I think all that food would go into my legs and not my waist." Scion held a salad out to Anna, turning his attention back to Neith."I suppose I'll follow suit and have some Rockbear as well."
195[8:10 PM] Neith: Neith nodded, relieved no one wanted org blan.  Retrieving two steaks, their sealed pouches slapped wetly against the counter before she went to work turning on the hotplate and pulling out two plates and utensils.  "Alright, so...fork and dressing are in the packs.  You can start digging in, or you can wait if you'd like your steak sliced and added on top."  She said in a seemingly practiced tone, cutting open the pouches and preparing to season the meat.
196[8:14 PM] Tarina: "Actually..." Anna rubbed her chin. "Scion, why don't you take both salad packs, and in return, I get your steak?"
197[8:16 PM] Neith: The Newman raised an eyebrow at this, but continued working.
198[8:24 PM] WarSarah: Scion blinked, looking a bit perplexed by the offer. Retracting his hand, he shrugged."Alright, whatever you want." His expression shifted to neutral as he quickly found a place to sit and relax.
199[8:29 PM] Neith: Patting both steaks down with salt and light spices, she flopped them both onto the hotplate.   "Medium...medium-rare?"  She asked simply, adjusting the heat as they sizzled loudly.(edited)
200[8:45 PM] Tarina: "Medium rare sounds good." Anna seemed to take a keen interest in the meat, eyes almost glued to the steaks as they cooked.
201[8:51 PM] Neith: Neith pointed to Anna with an acknowledging wink, then addressed them both.  "Alright, so...how're we doing? Jack and Lucita are still MIA, but on the ship now?" She asked, glancing occasionally at the steaks.
202[8:54 PM] Tarina: Anna nodded. "Yeah. Since Jack's not on Wopal anymore, I was thinking about giving Weiss and Rosso a call... I figure if anyone knows where he might have gone, it'd be them. As for Lucita..." She turned to Scion, addressing him now. "I was hoping you might know where she's run off to."(edited)
203[9:00 PM] WarSarah: Scion looked up from his food, waiting a moment to finish chewing and swallow. It appears he wasted no time going to work on his salads, already through a great chunk of the first one."Lucita? No, Like I said before...She told me to wait at the Cafe, and when you had found me, it'd been a few hours after I had seen her last.."
204[9:09 PM] Neith: "....Hours?"  Neith's eyes narrowed at that.  "You'd think she wouldn't leave you unguarded that long...not here, on Ur..."  She murmured, noticing by the seared scent that it was time to turn the steaks.
205Stabbing a corner of each and expertly flipping them over,  a sharp sizzle and faint wisps of garlicky smoke  rose from the hotplate.
206December 7, 2016
207[12:23 AM] Tarina: "I just wish I could get ahold of her. Send her a comm... or something..." Anna trailed off... and promptly facepalmed. "Of course. I'm an idiot. Let me take care of that right now."
208[12:31 AM] WarSarah: This earned a snort from Scion, who quickly played it off with a few coughs. He glanced around, as if it didn't happen. He stood up, taking his salad with him as he moved over next to Anna.The Falzling went back to stuffing his face, watching Anna with curiosity fit for a cat.
209[7:59 AM] Neith: With a faint smirk, the Newman stabbed each steak with a fork and flopped them onto a separate plate.  Adding a knife to one plate, Neith carried them to Anna and slid them onto the table before taking a seat across from her.  Waiting intently to see what came of contacting Lucita.(edited)
210[11:43 AM] Tarina: "Don't you snort at me, you didn't think of it either..." Anna shot Scion a glare as she opened a comm with Lucita. 
211"...Lucita, are you there?"
212[12:34 PM] WarSarah: Scion smirked confidently at Anna, shrugging."I don't have her info..."He muttered as it fated, watching the woman with bated breath. He waited as Anna was greeted with silence.
213
214The comm picked up voices- mostly unintelligble, however, seeing as they were slightly muffled. There was two, one that was distinctly deeper. The deeper one was a bit louder than the other voice, and sounded much more jovial-like a business man.
215[12:49 PM] Tarina: Anna frowned, listening intently to try and catch some part of the conversation on the other end...
216[12:59 PM] WarSarah: The conversation became slightly less muffled as something was moved around.The deeper voice let out a chuckle, and a loud CLANK sounded as well."This is my best Double Saber. It'll cost you a pretty penny, though."
217
218There was a soft "hmm", before a..young man spoke up. He sounded closest to the comm."It certainly does look nice- very pretty...But it's almost too flashy-too dainty. It looks like it'd break the moment you hit something.."
219[1:04 PM] Tarina: Anna's frown only deepened further at this.  Muting her comm, she turned her attention to the dusky Newman sitting across from her. "Neith. Are you hearing this? Nothing from Lucita, and I don't think I recognize those voices..."(edited)
220[2:15 PM] Neith: The Newman's own eyes had lowered, darting about as she searched her own memory.  "That voice.  The salesman.  He does sound familiar..." She tapped her cheek, before gritting her teeth.  "Tiph would know, but he's out...wait no. No, I do remember...!"  She sat up straight.   "The weapon shop a few blocks down!"
221[3:40 PM] WarSarah: As the two women were conversing, Scion was busy working on the next salad. He had turned to look away from them, his gaze instead focused on the far wall. Internally, he was trying to focus his energy to pin point Lucita's location."....Mmgh.."
222[3:42 PM] Neith: Neith's brow furrowed.  "...Why isn't she saying anything?  Is she leaving her comm open for us? Or..."  She mumbled aloud, mostly to herself.
223[3:49 PM] WarSarah: Tensing briefly, the Falzling came back to the real world. He blinked a few times, before turning his attention back to the comms. There was mostly idle chatter, before someone cleared their throat- rather loudly.
224
225"Oh, right, let me find you a different one." The shopkeep spoke, and they could be heard walking away. After a few moments of the younger man mostly making idle observations of the rest of the shop, the shopkeep returned."Here we go. A bit on the fancy side, but it's much more sturdy than the last." There was a silence as the weapon was retrieved, and the young man finally spoke up."Oh, I think they like it-thanks boss." And with that, the young man seemed to walk off.
226[4:19 PM] Tarina: "I don't know, but I'm going to head over there now. Can I trust you both to not cause trouble while I'm gone..?" Anna stood up and headed for the door... only to glance back longingly at the steaks. With a sigh, she returned to the table, snatching up one of the steaks- or rather, the fork stuck in the steak. With meal in hand, she headed back out without another word.
227[4:39 PM] WarSarah: Scion blinked, opening his mouth to retort. But it was too late. He eazed back into his chair with a defeated air about him, finishing the last bit of his salad. Awkwardly, the Falz turned to look at Neith, almost curious as well.
228[5:31 PM] Neith: The Newearl followed his attention, cheek already resting on her palm as she slid the remaining steak towards him.   "So...you were warned about -her-, huh?" She mused aloud, eyes fixed on him as a cat's on a target.  "What exactly were you told?"
229[6:01 PM] WarSarah: Scion seemed to ease at the offering. Eagerly accepting the plate, the Falzling slid it closer as he pondered what he had learned."It's...the only time I ever met Nucleus. And the first time I met Gene in this body. Nucleus called Rebellion a "brat", but.." He paused, looking a bit morose."..We can't really help it. We're practically children running around in adult bodies."
230[6:04 PM] Neith: Neith's eyes widened for a moment.  Nucleus?  She'd expected Anna had told the Falzkin something...even more surprising, he'd met Nucleus and she let him live...?
231Hiding her surprise, she laughed lightly.  "Like children...no kidding.  This one only seems interested in eating and indulging herself, most times..."
232[6:07 PM] WarSarah: Scion took a massive bite out of the steak, seeming soothed by food. Looks like he wasn't much different from his siblings."It wouldn't surprise me. She, much like myself...kinda was born without knowing what our true purpose is, I suppose." The Falzling paused, a grimace spreading across his face."As Jack so aptly put: we are parasites. Perhaps we just haven't come to terms with it yet." A pause, and he eyed Neith."...Nucleus seemed pretty fond of Rebellion, though."
233[6:14 PM] Neith: The Newman raised an eyebrow.  "Was that sarcasm?  She antagonizes Nucleus in almost every way she can...worse than anyone else."  She paused, a slightly cruel grin spreading.  "Well...maybe not you...but apparently threatening her with a year-long ban on cake was enough to save your skin..."
234[6:23 PM] WarSarah: "No, I only use sarcasm on Nero." Scion sat up straight as he took another gigantic bite out of the steak."...You know, you cook pretty good." He commented, before waving his tangent off dismissively."I mean, she can hurt me all she wants, but she should realize the consequences of her actions sooner or later-lest Nucelus gets mad."
235[8:28 PM] Neith: "Maybe that's what she wants..."  Neith mumbled, rubbing her eyes.   "But as far as being parasites...living without purpose...I guess it's not much different than any other child, growing up." She mused.   "At least until one decides what they're living for, anyway..."
236[8:58 PM] WarSarah: Scion finished of the steak, sitting back as he pondered Neith's words. His gaze shifted from the table, up to the Newearl as he thought a while. Finally, he leaned forward, resting his elbow on the table and his chin in his hand."Neith. Do you think of Rebellion as a parasite?"
237[9:43 PM] Neith: A heavy weariness showed through in those citrine eyes for a second, before years of practice caught up and hid the look.  A faint smile replaced it.   "I try not to.  About as much as I try not to think of her as a predator, to protect everyone else from..."  She sighed, cheek pressing just a bit harder into her palm.   "...But more as a child.  One with unprecedented power, lacking a sense of responsibility and with no understanding of the world around her..."
238[10:25 PM] WarSarah: Scion watched Neith as she responded, analyzing her every movement. After she finished speaking, the Falzling clicked his tongue in response."Oooh..." He let out a soft chuckle."Man, that's sort of comforting to hear-I suppose." He reached out, gently ruffling Neith's hair."I'm glad my..little sister has someone responsible enough to watch over her when I can't."
239[11:02 PM] Neith: Seeing his hand coming, Neith did little more than raise an eyebrow as Scion's hand came down atop her head. She watched passively as her hair was ruffled, wondering if he'd venture too close to the purple-tinged tips of her hair or not...
240Having come too close to the back of her head, Neith was unsurprised to see a bit of violet smeared on his fingertips.
241"I'm glad you're relieved, but..."
242Quickly, but gently, the Newman siezed Scion's wrist.  Twisting his wrist with her other hand so he could see his own purple-tinged fingers, she smiled politely under deadpan eyes.
243"...You should probably rinse that off soon..."   Neith warned, as Scion's fingertips would begin to go numb...
244[11:05 PM] WarSarah: Scion sat up at the action, slightly surprised the woman even went to move. He stared at his fingers, before gently wiggling them and wiggling his arm free. Raising a brow at this, he turned his attention to Neith."You know, I'll ask about that later. For now-restroom?" He moved to stand, continuing to wiggle his fingers as they grew numb.
245[11:17 PM] Neith: Neith jerked a thumb over her shoulder at the counter she'd finished cooking on.  "Sink.  Use soap."  She ordered.  "Otherwise you're just rubbing it in."
246Unlike her Falz, the Newearl didn't much like being pet, and what better way to teach two lessons at once...?
247
248"I can't control it, if you're wondering." She leaned back in her seat and stretched. "She does.  You don't want to know how many times you got lucky before I woke up enough to stop her...at least it's established that you're off-limits, now...but don't get careless."
249[11:49 PM] WarSarah: Scion, without hesitation, followed the woman's instructions. The Falzling quickly scooted off, opening and closing his hand in an attempt to keep the feeling and see how much he was losing and how fast. Not too long after Scion washed his hands, the Falzkin returned to his seat, how putting his gloves back on. Sitting back down, he seemed to pout a bit."...I'm starting to get the feeling that you're not too fond of me."
250December 8, 2016
251[8:34 AM] Neith: That gave the Newman a hearty chuckle.  "Oh, I have no problem with you.  I'm wary around all things Darker-related, but I've yet to see all of your character.  To be frank, you're the most well-behaved Falz I've met so far...but you seem prone to...unfortunate mishaps."  She shrugged.
252[8:36 AM] Neith: One of Neith's eyes fizzled and turned red for a moment.
253"She's saying you're clumsy."  Rebellion's distorted voice came through, before Neith shoved her back off the 'stage'.
254[8:37 AM] Neith: Neith cleared her throat.   "Well...I like you more than she does, at least..."  she amended, with a sweet smile.
255[9:14 AM] WarSarah: "Mishaps...clumsy.." Scion recalled back to all his experiences so far, a grimace forming in his face. He seemed to grow embarrased, the Falzling sinking into his seat with a huff."I'm n-not that clumsy...Just can't help that everything wants me dead."
256[9:22 AM] Neith: Neith pouted lightly at the Falzkin's down demeanor.
257"Heyyy...c'mon...that's not true."  She reached over, now her turn to tousle Scion's hair.
258"Only half of me wants you dead...and she'll get over it."  She teased.
259[10:15 AM] WarSarah: Scion froze up as the woman tousled his hair, clearly afraid of his head going numb. Once he realized he was safe, the Falzling sighed in relief."It's not even just you..Nero, probably Nucleus and at this...rate Guardian too."(edited)
260[11:15 AM] Neith: The Newman canted her head, genuine surprise registering.   "Hm?  But Anna suggested you two were....erh...I mean it sounded like you...ahh..."  She stammered, cheeks heating up as she found herself in the awkward position of discussing relationships among Falzes...
261[11:36 AM] WarSarah: "I do." Scion finally spoke up. He smiled softly as he thought of his companion Falz." That is, I do care for Guardian." There was a pause as Scion looked off to a side, his cheeks flushing red."S-Suppose you could say I even love him. I want to be someone he can rely on and be proud of..but.."His mood soured once more with a sigh." I've been more of a nuisance as of late."
262[12:04 PM] Neith: Watching the gamut of emotion on Scion's face, Neith broke into a short fit of giggles.   "O-oh...I'm sorry.  Hah...I wasn't expecting that.  You sound like a teenage girl, bubbling over for her crush."  She chuckled a bit more, before giving the Falzkin the first open and genuine smile he'd have seen from her.
263"It's cute...and it sort of...gives me hope, to know you're not all cruel and power-hungry..."
264[12:48 PM] WarSarah: Scion's eye grew wide, his cheeks flushing a dark red in embarrasment."W-Well, he's more than my crush! Guardian is.." He calmed down, now sitting up from his small outburt."Guardian is the only other thing I knew when I first awoke. Outside of Lucita." He sighed, the color finally fading from his face."I like to think we can be not cruel. Sure, the power-hungry thing is a given..It's practically our birth right to be craving more power but...I know we are more than just some offshoot of the [Profound Darkness.]"
265[1:28 PM] Neith: "We are what we choose to be."  The Newearl said, though the sentence came out in two voices.  Both her own, and Rebellion's...
266Noticing that, Neith chuckled softly.  "On some things, we agree."
267[2:01 PM] WarSarah: Scion blinked, intrigued by both voices briefly. He smiled at this, stretching out."At least you can even agree to begin with." He laughed awkwardly, glancing off to the side."I'm fairly certain if she could, Lucita would strangle me."
268[2:59 PM] Neith: [....]
269[.......]
270
271[............Cake?]
272[.........The cheesecake is mine.]
273[Okay.]
274"Hm."  Neith reflected a few more moments, before standing.  "....Be right back."  She said, before leaving to the main lobby.  She returned shortly with the box of cake Anna brought.
275[3:13 PM] WarSarah: Scion tapped his fingers on the table, watching the woman leave and return. He slumped in his chair, starting to grow comfortable, it seems. Letting out a small yawn, he stretched out, letting his arms hang over the back of his seat."...I wonder if Mom like sweets too..." He mused to himself.
276[4:01 PM] Neith: Neith raised a brow again.  "....You call her 'mom?' "
277[Ugh.  Yes.]
278[....What?  -YOU- call her 'mom'?]
279[.....]
280Having only opened the box of cake and retrieved a fork, Neith burst out laughing.  Hard enough to be impossible to fake, holding her side and covering her mouth, the cinnamon Newman   eventually recovered and wiped a tear from her eye...
281[..............]
282[4:02 PM] Sankishin: Somewhere, somehow. Gene sneezes rather loudly.
283[4:07 PM] WarSarah: Scion blushed furiously at this, that it even reached the tips of his ears. He sunk into his seat as he practically steamed."W-WELL!" He squeaked, patting his hands loudly on the table."TH-THAT'S WHAT SHE IS, ISN'T IT?!"
284[5:04 PM] Neith: Neith held up a forestalling hand as she tried to get her laughter under control.  "...But...ahahah...Gene is my lover, so...heh...what does that make me?"  She asked, still chortling as she waited for Scion to process the absurdity of the situation.
285[5:08 PM] WarSarah: This revelation apparently made the situation worse."GROSS, THAT'S WHAT IT IS!" The Falzling continued to pat his hands on the table, a bit more harshly this time. His face lost all of the red color almost instantly as he pointed a finger at Neith."I SURE HOPE YOU KEEP IT INNOCENT- THAT'S MY SISTER IN THERE!"
286[5:11 PM] Neith: Neith's laughter subsided, and a wry grin spread.   "Funny you should say that...she hates Nucleus, but whenever Gene's around she gets all docile and mumbly.  Calls her 'Nee-chan'.....fufufu~"
287[Wh...DON'T TELL HIM THAT.]
288[But it's true~]
289[HE DOESN'T NEED TO KNOW THESE THINGS.]
290Neith's grin broadened a bit more...
291[5:14 PM] Sankishin: Somewhere, another sneeze echoes in the area.
292[5:18 PM] WarSarah: A screech of horror loosed from the Falz as he stands up. He grasps tightly at his head, shaking it back and forth."NO! OH MY STARS- YOU DO NOT- THAT'S-" His chest heaved as he pointed at the Newearl."THAT IS ABSOLUTELY DISGUSTING WHAT THE HELL?!"
293[5:20 PM] Neith: Neith held up her hands in resignation.  "Hey, Gene and I were a thing before Rebellion was 'born'...Hell, Nucleus' interest in me is the reason she exists now, so gimme a break~"
294[5:26 PM] WarSarah: "AWGH-" Scion threw his head back at this, letting out a cry once more."NO! I HOPE YOU MEAN THAT IN A LIKE SCIENCY WAY AND NOT THE WAY I THINK YOU MEAN IT!" He groaned, putting his face in his hands."THAT'S SO GROSS...WHY DOES SHE LIKE GENE..."
295[5:30 PM] Neith: "Science-y?"  Neith chuckled.   "Yeah. You could say Nucleus 'experimented' with me a bit."  She rolled her eyes.  "As for why Rebellion's apparently in love with Gene...iunno.  Wanna ask her?"  The Newearl stared blankly for a moment at Scion, before chuckling again.   "Oh, nevermind.  She went into hiding.  Guess talking about Gene that way was just too much.  Fufufu..."
296[5:32 PM] WarSarah: The Falzling's hands swung down from his face, slamming down onto the table. His chest continued to heave as he grew more distrubed."Wait- WHAT DO YOU MEAN EXPERIMENTED ON YOU?!"
297[5:38 PM] Neith: Neith's grin faded, and curled into a frown.  "She challenged me to fights over and over again while I watched over her and Gene, exposing me to more and higher concentrations of negative photons until an infection finally took hold."  Her stare bored into Scion's eyes.   "When she finally decided to finish the job and create a Falz with it, there wasn't anywhere else to go but forward, anyway..."
298[5:39 PM] Neith: "If you wanted to know how your 'sister' was born, anyway..."  Neith said, sourly averting her eyes.
299[5:41 PM] WarSarah: Scion gestured wildly at the woman, making rather loud, anguished grunts."THEN-WHY DID YOU-" He grabbed his head, took a deep breath, trying to calm down...which was clearly going poorly."Then why didn't you just..turn her down on the fights? Or perhaps NOT TALK TO HER?!"
300[5:47 PM] Neith: Neith rolled her eyes.  "Have you -actually- tried persuading Nucleus before?  Somehow I don't think you get that everything that happened, happened because she wanted it to.  Because I wanted to be with Gene and keep an eye on Nucleus, there was no way around it.  I had to play her games...and when it came time, my choice was to either accept a Falz, or die from my wounds..."  Her stare hardened further.  "Between not wanting to die, and my growing interest in knowing how Gene and Nucleus' symbiosis worked...she knew i'd accept."
301[5:49 PM] WarSarah: There was a few more wild gestures, before Scion stopped. He slowly released the grasp on the back of his head, sweeping his hands down slowly in a chop motion. He released a slow breath as he did this. Letting his arms drop, the Falzling stood to his full height, turning and moving back into the entrance room...apparently on his way to leave.(edited)
302[5:58 PM] Neith: "Oi. Where do you think you're going?"  Neith called, locking the doors with a hastily-summoned console.   "Did you think she was different, because she was nice to you?
303....Do you think leaving is going to help anything?" She said, following loosely behind the Falzling.(edited)
304[6:02 PM] WarSarah: Scion stopped before the entrance, putting his hands on it."You must take me for someone stupid as well. I know she's rather...cruel, but at the same time, I had not expected that I'd be more disgusted with my Mother than my Father." He paused, looking around as if looking for something."...Leaving won't really hurt anything either. I'm not powerful enough to cause destruction..." He trailed off, his gaze focusing towards the left of him.
305[6:16 PM] Neith: "...It could hurt -you-.  You're not strong enough to defend yourself here, if you're discovered.  Not for long.  I can tell..."  Neith huffed.   "Believe it or not, this is the safest place you can be...and you can stay here for the time being.  I can't say the same for anywhere else on this ship..."
306[6:24 PM] WarSarah: Scion remained silent, his gaze seeming to unfocus."Shh." He shooshed Neith quietly, as he tried to focus harder. He turned to his left and walked a little, seeming to follow some unseen object. He stopped a few steps, brows furrowing some.
307[6:40 PM] Neith: Neith watched quietly, curious what had gotten his attention.  Her warnings were sound, of course, but...
308[6:57 PM] WarSarah: Scion's eyes glazed over for a moment as he continued to stare off into space. His eyes rolled up for a moment, and he stumbled forward. Shaking it off, he Falzling huffed."...I could feel it, but it moved out of my range..." He grumbled, wiggling his limbs.
309[7:03 PM] Neith: The female Newman frowned.  "What was it?"
310[7:05 PM] WarSarah: "It was her-Lucita, I mean." Scion rubbed his chin and he focused briefly once more."Seeing as she and I were one for a while, I can dictate her photon signature the best out of anything..But it moved too far out of range."
311[7:06 PM] Neith: "What direction?"  Neith asked sharply.  If she was moving away from the weapon shop, Anna might miss her...
312[7:09 PM] WarSarah: Scion's eyes closed as he concentrated. The Falzling lifted a hand after a few seconds, pointing at the wall facing the street. Blinking his eyes open, his brows furrowed as he thought."That way...I think. She's definitely not moving this way-" He paused, pointing forward." Or towards us."
313[7:28 PM] Neith: Neith quickly opened her comm and opened a channel to Anna.   "Anna.  Anna!"
314[7:44 PM] Tarina: Anna responded by opening her own channel. She didn't reply right away, however, and if one was listening closely, the faint sounds of chewing could be heard... But it was safe to assume she was listening.
315[7:48 PM] Neith: "Anna!  Scion sensed Lucita briefly.  She's moving away from the Nook, away from the shop.  Port-aft direction!"  She said urgently.  "If you're still heading towards the shop, she's already left."
316[8:03 PM] Tarina: "Mmmm!" Another pause, as she finished chewing and swallowing the bite of steak. "Alright, changing course... How far does Scion estimate she is?"
317[8:04 PM] Neith: Neith turned to Scion.  "How far?" She repeated, though she left her comm running open for him to hear.
318[8:04 PM] WarSarah: Scion blinked, eyes growing wide. He shrugged, making a few wild gestures."Uh..I-I don't know?! Barely left the shop? I can't sense her anymore!"
319[8:07 PM] Neith: The Newman clenched her hands into fists.
320[If I were at full strength...]
321"Did you read that, Anna?  She shouldn't be far from the shop yet..."
322[8:12 PM] Tarina: "Heard you loud and clear... Running there as fast as I can now!" The weapons shop was coming into view, and Anna glanced around in every direction in an attempt to locate Lucita.
323[8:14 PM] WarSarah: As Anna approached the shop, she wouldn't catch sight of the other woman anywhere. In fact, the shop was rather busy, with people gather not only inside but outside....all of which non resembled Lucita.
324
325Scion waited for Anna's coverage of the situation with bated breath, clasping his hands together tightly.
326[8:16 PM] Tarina: Taking a moment to scan through the crowd, Anna let out a sigh and continued running in the direction that Neith had told her. "Don't see her yet, going to keep looking..."
327[8:19 PM] WarSarah: Following that direction as well, Anna would be met with the same results. The only groups of people walking around was a pair of humans, a triplet of what appeared to be Deumans (one big, two smaller), and a blue haired Newman boy. Still no sign of Lucita...
328[8:24 PM] Tarina: Anna slowed to a stop, letting out a grunt of annoyance. "Still nothing..." Taking a moment to collect her thoughts, she looked around once again. "...Tiphares said Jack and two negative photon signatures... so maybe..."
329[9:39 PM] WarSarah: Were Scion there, he would of commented on the same thing Lika said about smelling like Dagan Butt. Because sense wise? A lot of the goers had residual negative photons lingering on them, and on their weapons. The only notable ones would be of the Deumans semi-blocking Anna's path.(edited)
330[9:59 PM] Tarina: This only served to frustrate Anna even more.  "Been spending too much time around the damn Falzes..." She sucked in a breath, and let it out in one deafening shout, not caring at this point if she drew attention to herself. "LUCITA! WHERE THE HELL ARE YOU?!"
331[10:09 PM] WarSarah: The yell caused all the commotion around her to stop. The Humans and Newman boy all ducked into a building, while the trio of Deumans turned to stare at her. They whispered to themselves, before quickly walking away.
332
333Scion stood there for a moment, his frown only deepening."...She might be avoiding you."
334[10:18 PM] Tarina: "Yes, yes, I know." Anna snapped back, clearly getting pissed off at this point... And then a smile crept across her face. "...Heh. Fine, Lucita, I see how it is. I'll just keep wasting time searching for you, while your brother's on his own dealing with a stalker..." With that, she turned and walked away, in the direction opposite of the building and the Deuman trio. Hoping that she had overheard, and hoping that she would take the bait...
335[10:22 PM] WarSarah: Alas, Anna's attempts at baiting the other woman seemed to fail. Soon enough, the street had cleared as the trio of Deumans moved into a nearby building. The blonde haired woman would be met with a bitter silence.
336
337"D-Dealing with a stalker?" Scion echoed, looking thoroughly confused.
338[10:26 PM] Neith: Neith smirked, but kept silent for the time being.
339[10:40 PM] Tarina: With a sigh, the frustrated woman made her way to a nearby building and sat down, leaning against the wall as she nibbled on the now-cold remainder of her steak. Watching for anyone who looked like Lucita... "Damn it Lucita, why do you have to make this hard on me..."
340[10:56 PM] WarSarah: "...Are you really going to stand there all day?" Scion finally piped up once more, looking a bit impatient as well. The Falzling folded his arms, letting out a sigh."What say you Neith?" He turned to the woman next to him, raising a brow at her.
341[11:41 PM] WarSarah: As soon as Scion spoke up, Anna would receive a message.
342[Just hold on. I'll see you tomorrow. I have to get some stuff.]
343It appeared to be...from Lucita.  As soon as it sent, Lucita's comms went private-completely turning away any calls automatically.
344December 9, 2016
345[1:16 AM] Tarina: Anna put the steak-nibbling on hold to look over the message she'd just recieved. "Oh, now you respond. After I've already made a scene. Thanks, Lucita." She summoned a console and typed up a reply... only to grumble in annoyance as it failed to send. "Just what are you up to..." Abandoning her attempt to contact her friend, she opened the comm with Neith once again. 
346"Couldn't find her. She sent me a message saying that she'll meet me tomorrow, and then closed the comm to all forms of contact." A sigh could be heard from her end. "I'm coming back now. I'll see you in a few minutes."
347[7:32 AM] Neith: The Newearl sighed, still not entirely at ease.  Who was it Lucita was with?  Why were they buying weapons?  Questions abound, and there would seemingly be no answers today.
348She shook her head at Scion.   "There's nothing to do.  Anna's not pursuing her any further, and I don't know what her intentions are.  As it stands, my strength is...lacking, unless I turn Rebellion loose...and I won't do that. Not here." Neith shrugged helplessly, heading back to the lounge.  All she knew was that Anna was returning, and would probably be wondering what happened to her other steak...(edited)
349[1:34 PM] Tarina: When Anna returned, it was without a word to either Scion or Neith. She simply stormed downstairs, clearly frustrated with the entire situation...(edited)