<Helena> *Under her tree, as usual... it seemed whenever she was alone, whenever she wasn't being collared by Asmira, there was one place the Rhyperior would watch the world go by, and this was it...*
<Faith> *The Vulpix was finishing up, tidying away a few of her notebooks as she glanced at the clock visible on the building, training would come soon, but first, she had to await Rene to arrive, whenever he would!*
<Of all people Pip is currently sitting in the quad and quietly reading a book, though it appears to be one for fun rather than school work>
<???> *There was however... a new figure in the Quad, but he'd been taking his time it seemed, as the podgy little Slowpoke made his way, padding backwards and forth, stopping to examine everything that met his path...*
*He was surprisingly fast at the task in hand than you'd imagine one of a species named like his, but, then again, another glance and you'd hardly call him an ordinary specimen!*
*Selena and Saul, along with Gabby sit in a shaded area of the quad. They are joined by a Flareon male and a Jolteon male. The group is talking excitedly amongst themselves. The jolteon holding a cell phone in one hand.
*
*Pushing an occupied wheelchair, Rene beams proudly as he wheels it into the quad* Oh, hey everybody!
<???> *A pair of ridiculously thick, large spectacles on his muzzle acted like magnifying glasses for bulging eyes, a flowery shirt so loud it forced everyone looking at it to cover their ears, and
along with a sun-shaded hat (I <3 A. M.), a camera that was working a mile-a-minute, and a curious piece of luggage behind him... had someone sold maps to the tourists again?*
<Faith> Hey there! *She called over, grinning amiably to Rene and the familiar figure with him!*
*Off in another part of the quad, Izzy and Jasper chat quietly together, the male lucario checking his watch on occasion.*
<Izzy> Soon? <Jasper> Another half an hour. <Izzy> Awww. . .
<???> *A click and a whirring sound, and Jasper and Izzy may have been vaguely aware of the Slowpoke now close by them, examining the photo that instantly slid out of his camera*
...More 'mon in frame... bon-us poin's! Pic-shure is cen-tered, good poin's! *He nodded amiably, marking on a little notebook happily, beaming away!*
<Blink walks into the quad area, carrying a few of her school books in her arms>
<Jasper> *blinks and looks over to the slowpoke.* Can we help you?
<???> *The Slowpoke blinked, and then, grabbing the little suitcase behind him, pulled it forward, the thing had an interesting material... it looked like a Shellder's shell, tied with bits of seaweed!*
*He scrambled about in the luggage, before finally, he cleared his throat, re-emerging with a very large, very old looking book, as he looked at them with a great deal of importance...*
<Gabby> Anyword yet? <Jacob> Not a thing. Been about. . . *he checks his watch* ten hours since she went in.
Rene: *Grinning, bouncing on his feet as he holds the handles of the occupied wheelchair he pushed into the quad* I have someone for you all to meet! Well, everyone 'cept Faith.
<???> Good morning-af-ternoon-evennning! ... *Flips page over* May you sir-madamn-innsert-name-hear direkt me to nearest Inn-eatery-bathroom?
<Faith> *She seemed to have directed herself in attention to the Slowpoke asides Jasper and Izzy... but at Rene's entrance, she perked ears and took his attention, grinning*
That isn't very nice, considering I've waited for you both here!
<Izzy> *blinks and looks to her brother who simply shrugs.* <Jasper> Huh?
<Blink stops and turns her attention towards Rene> ..?
<???> *He looked back and forth between them and the book... and then...* Goooooood moooooorning-aaaaaf-teeeernoooon-eeeeveeeniiiiingk... *...He was going slower instead...*
<Izzy> It's afternoon.
<???> Afternoon!!!! *He cried joyously, the Slowpoke's pudgy face lit in great success and happiness, as she SLAMMED the book shut, throwing it into the luggage
- that closed itself? - and then rushed forward to shake her hand far-too-eagerly!* Afternoon!!
<Jasper> *interposes himself between Izzy and the slowpoke.* Yeah, and good afternoon to you too. Now is there something we can help you with?
<Pip looks up at all the comotion curiously for a moment as his book goes down a bit>
<???> *He stopped, blinking, and then, with no regard whatsoever to the larger Lucario's concern, just smiled brimly, offering his camera towards him*
<Izzy> It's okay, Jasper. He doesn't mean any harm to me.
<???> *He seemed to have no clue as to what they were saying, an amount of smiling and nodding, as he indicated his camera to Jasper at himself and the building behind them... guess it was charade's time!*
<Izzy> I think he wants you to take a picture of him. Or he wants to take one of you. In front of the building. ..
<Faith> *It seemed at least the two would have a swift rescue shortly enough, as she called over to the Drake siblings!* Hey!! Rene's brung someone you might want to come meet!
<Pip shakes his head quietly as he goes back to reading his book. Every now and again he'll give his watch a quick glance>
<Jasper> Thank heavens. . . *he takes hold of Izzy's hand and leads her over to Faith. Quickly.*
<???> *The Slowpoke blinked, and looked at the camera, still offered towards the retreating Lucario... and then the building and then his lugga- when did it end up beside him? And shrugged, waddling afterward!*
<Gabby> *glances over towards Rene but doesn't move from her spot. Nor do the others with her.*
Rene: Everyone...this is my mom. *Waves to the ninetails in the wheelchai*
<Faith> *She grinned, hanging back, at least for a moment, paws folded forward before her as she let Rene do the talking here*
<Izzy> Your mom?
Rene: *Grinning like an idiot* Yup!
Vera: *Smiling slightly, bends forward in her wheelchair* Very pleased to meet those my son calls friends. My name is Vera. What's yours?
<Izzy> Isabella. Isabella Drake. And this is my brother, Jasper.
<Gabby> . . .
Vera: You're a sweet girl, Isabella. And you have charming brother too. *Smiles, catches glance of the glameow* Ah, my son's told me about you; you would be...Gabby?
<Pip continues to simply flip through his book and read it>
<Gabby> *excuses herself from her cousins and pads over.* Yes. I'm Gabriella Jaide. It is nice to see you out of your situation, Miss Kitsunegari.
Vera: A lovely name you have child. *Chuckles* My son described you as a cat of sharp style and a sharper tongue. Apparently, you're capable of great eloquence with it too.
<Faith> *She blinked... quite impressed actually that the Glameow used her maiden name there, grinning as she wondered*
<Blink shruged and noticed Jacob standing in a group of people..well a lot of people. She quietly approached and poked his arm> Hey..
<Gabby> Thank you, it was my mother's name as well. I'm surprised that Rene's spoke of me at all. We know of each other, but never have been the closest of friends.
<Jacob> *glances up and smiles to Blink.* Hey.
<Blink> Soo, what are you doing here anyway?
<Jacob> *inclines his head towards Selena and Saul.* We're visiting our cousins. Keeping them updated as best we can of our brother's situation.
<Blink hits her forehead> Ohh, forgot about that. Sorry.
Vera: *A touch ruefully* My sons counts himself a friend to practically the entire student body. And he told me that he admires girls as strong and stolid as you.
<Jacob> *smiles* It's okay. Have a seat, you company's always welcome, love. *he glances at his phone.*
<Helena> *It seemed Rene had a sizable crowd, as she looked up as well, looking over the mon gathered around, before returning attention to her own matters... seemed she had something she was looking at right now...*
Rene: *Calls* Hey, Faith! *Beckons her over*
: * "Really now, is it really that hard to imagine?" "Well excuse me if I find the whole idea a fair bit hard to ima...gine." "Nigel?"
: The Gallade looks on at to what made his Gardevoir brother stop in his tracks. "Is that Rene's...?"
<And Amelia sits underneath one of the many trees in the quad, quietly reading> Hmmm...
<Gabby> Strong, huh? I have to say I'm honored he thinks that. I don't think I'm all that strong.
<Blink smiles> You know, your eyes might fall out if you keep looking at that.
<Faith> *She grinned, making her way over too now, waving a casted arm to them as she adjusted her book bag with the other* Hi Aunt Vera, Rene!
Vera: In spirit my dear. Strong in spirit
Rene: *His ears perk up* Nige? Josh? *Looks up, smiling widely.* Hey guys! C'mere!
<Jacob> Sorry. Just kinda anxious, y'know. I'm about to become an uncle and all. . .
: <Joshua> --er, yes, of course! Come on then, Nigel. <Nigel> You needn't have to pull my arm, I CAN walk. <Josh> ...
: <Nigel> ...float. Whatever, I can move myself. *the twins go over to approach the Vulpix and the Ninetales, bowing their heads to the latter.
<Pip flips another page in his book>
Vera: Hello, Faith. *Gives her niece a hug, pulling her onto her lap* I heard about your battle. Rene's tails almost turned grey with worry. *Looks up at the twins* Oh my...Rene as THESE the boys you were talking about?
Rene: *Beaming* Yup! Nigel, Josha, meet my mom Vera. *Practically bouncing on his feet* Mom, this is Nigel and Joshua Garkirl. Two really good friends of mine.
<Faith> *She blinked a little, more than a little embarrassed, but not offering any resistance as she laughed nervously* I'm fine, honestly... *Asides the numerous bandaids she'd gained perhaps...*
*Gabby gives a slightly rueful smile before excusing herself and heading back over to her cousins.*
: *Josh clears his throat and adjusts his shirt collar. Nigel gives Rene an odd look before he and his brother give Vera a more formal greeting.
*Helena just continued, whatever she was doing it seemed...*
<Blink> Oh, I know. It's pretty exciting. <She takes a seat>
<???> *And the Slowpoke stopped outside the little circle of mon, scrabbling into his Luggage again for something...*
*Selena notices Amelia near by and flings a small shard of ice towards her, purposefully missing and hitting the tree instead.*
Rene: *Indicates Faith should get up, let his mom have a moment with the twins*
<Faith> *She laughed a little, pulling herself away, nodding to Vera... she could let her ask later... just now...*
: <Joshua> So good to finally meet you, Mrs. Vulpes! <Nigel> Indeed, to say it's a pleasure to have the chance to is a bit of an understatement. Your son spoke much about you.
<Jacob> Yeah.
<Amelia gets slightly startled by the shard> o_o What the....ohhh <She leers at Selena before standing up>
Vera: *Softly* Miss Kitsunegari actually. Rene's father and I are---no longer together. *But soon is smiling broadly* And my son has spoken much about you two as well!
Vera: --He really looks up to the two of you as the male role model he's always lacked.
One of these days you are going to kill me with one of those. >_> <She said approaching Selena>
Rene: *Blushing* Hey, mo-oom...cutit out!
<Faith> *She pulled herself in, standing by Rene with a light smile to him, looking back to Vera again now*
: <Nigel> ...oh. I see. <Joshua> Terribly sorry for that, then. *the two are then left a bit speechless at the role model talk. Josh smiles a bit more broadly,
: Nigel just looks to Rene again, nothing short of stupefied by that*
<Reji happens to wander through the quad about then and is looking over some papers about something>
<Selena> Hey, you know I'm a sure shot, Ames. So what you up to anyways?
Rene: *Blushes and fidgets at the scrutiny. Vera keeps smiling* It's of no concern, dear boy. *Motions that they should come closer*
<Suni walks into the quad>
: <Josh> Well...we do our best to be good examples. Don't we Nigel? <Nigel> ...right, sure. I just try to be a friend, no big deal. *the twins do as told and lean in closer*
<Amelia> Yeah, yeah sure shot....I was catching up on reading a book for one of my classes.
<Saul> *nods to Amelia and then glances to Jacob and Blink.*
Vera: *Smiles gently* Then you've both been doing an excellent job. He has nothing but praise for you both. *As they lean in, she gently gives them both a hug.* Consider this thanks from a grateful mother. Your own must be so--?
-->proud of you both. *Gives them both a peck on the cheek*
<Suni is followed by Nubia who is carrying a back pack on her back>
Rene: *Blushing* Geez, mom!
<Reji continues to moves through the quad with his beak stuck in his paperwork but seems to be swerving out of hte way of anyone and everything>
<Pip...Pip is still reading>
<Selena> I thought I helped you out with that the other night? What? Were you sleeping through class again?
: *The two of course are taken by surprise, but are also more than willing to return the hug, blushing a bit at the pecks on the cheek*
<Amelia> NO...maybe....yes >_>
Vera: *Sits back in her chair, smiling* Such gallant boys. If I was just a little younger.... Rene: MOM!
*Selena facepalms.* Ames. . .
: <Josh> Oh...oh yes, certainly, mother's been qute supportive to the both of us. <Nigel> Quite. Maybe someday the two of you can meet? I'm sure mum woudn't mind.
<Faith> *She chuckled a little... saying nothing*
<Suni walks over to Pip, bends down (in her tank top> and moves his book down> Hey there, baby. Whatcha reading?
: *The blush deepens at the comment, Josh again clearing his throat in embarrassment. "Eheh, you flatter us."
<Reji perks his, well, not ear per se but yeah, he swings over towards where Amelia and Selena are after a moment> What's this about, well, sleeping through class?
Vera: I'd like that, thank you boys. *Inclines her head to them, trying to hide her amused smile* Rene: *Is almost as red as the twins* Rene: Um, sorry about that.... Vera: Oh honestly, I'm your mother. It's my job to embarrass you
<Amelia> Nothing... >_>
<Pip looks up as the book is moved down and is about to say something when he just stops and gets easily caught staring at the view hte tank top offers before he looks up more> .
<Pip> Just making my way through Great Expectations again
<Suni takes a seat slowly with an OMF> Ah.. I remember that one. Had to read that in freshmen year.
<Selena> She's been sleeping through class again and missing her assignments. *she gives a mock exhasperated sigh.* I swear if I didn't spend so much time helping her at night. . .
<Pip smile as he moves an arm around her shoulder and leans in to kiss Suni's cheek> It is my third time reading it. I find a bit of kinship with the main protagonist due to our shared nom de plume.
<Reji frowns at that and looks to Amelia> Amelia! You know you need to, well, keep up your studies! Can't have you sidelined due to poor grades.
Rene: ...You and everyone else mom. *Gives her a hug, then looks to the twins* Um, would you two like some water? Before you overheat?
<Faith> *she took a second, before looking at Vera, deciding she was more than taking care herself...* Aunt Vera.... do you mind if I borrow Rene for a second?
<Jacob> *chuckles as he watches his cousin and her team and then acks as he cellphone buzzes.*
<Faith> Just something I wanted to ask him about. *She quickly added*
<Suni> Ah..easy. Still a bit sore and you would. You big geek you.
: <Nigel> Don't worry too much about it, Rene. Ours loves to rib on us quite often from time to time. <Josh> Turns out she was the one who gave Charla those old
: videos for Meg's birthday party. Remember? The one where we-- <Nigel> Joshua. Ix-nay on the ideo-vay!
<Amelia winces> I knowww, I'm catching up see? <waves the book in her hand> I'm trying to do better.
<Nubia walks around the quad a bit looking at her watch, eyeing some of the mon standing around>
<Blink looks to his cellphone> ?
Vera: *Chuckling at their antics* Such dear boys...you two make me wish I had some more children. Hmm? Oh yes, Faith, certainly you can borrow him. He's about to pass out in embarrassment anyway. Rene: Thank you! *Flees with Faith*
: <Josh> ...right. And yes Rene, water would be quite welco--my he's fast. <Nigel>....
<Faith> *She lead him away slowly, blinking a little, as the Slowpoke was STILL withdrawing things from the tiny Shellder suitcase... stuff that was piling up many times larger than should have fit in there it seemed!*
<Reji sighs as he lowers his papers> Amelia I...I don't want to turn into, well, a team mother about...stuff like this. Please...make sure you keep studying.
<Faith> *But after a second, she looked to him...* Rene... you remember that Rhyperior girl, Helena?
<Pip chuckles quietly at being called a geek> how are your ribs feeling? Did they say how long it would take for them to heal?
Vera: *Chuckling as she hands them both water bottles* Pay this old woman no mind boys. I just have a lot of catching up to do with my son. Tell me, how do you think he' doing?
<Jacob> *quickly answers his phone.* Hello? Mom? How. . . She did?! When? A few minutes ago, right. How is. . . Tired, I see. Oh, well yeah in that case I understand. Her brother too? Damn. . .
<Saul> *ear perks and looks to Jacob.*
Rene: *A safe distance from his mom* Huh? Helena? *Winces* What about her?
<Suni leans back on Pip> Well fortunately they weren't broken, but I did get some deep bruising. I'll be feeling it for a couple of weeks probably.
<Amelia> Yeah, I will... sorry. >_> Selena will kick my ass if I don't.
<Faith> ...Well... I know you haven't had that battle you're supposed to have with her yet... *She grimaced herself* But... do you know much about her besides her heavy lifting?
<Pip nods and kisses her cheek again> I suppose then I'll just have to pamper you when I get the chance.
<Selena> Damn straight I will!
<Blink just sits and listens, staring at Jacob>
Rene: ...Not really. Why?
<Reji> I would also have to, well, tell Jonas as well. Though...I don't know how much good that would, well, actually...do.
<Nubia walks by Selena as she spots Noctali>
: <Nigel> Who, Rene? Doing alright, incessant hugging asi--ow! Elbows, hello? *rubs on his very sore chest* <Joshua> *wince* Sorry, I forget.
: And, erm, as for Rene? He's a good boy, very cheerful and, yes, very affectionate.
*The Rhyperior in question of course was only so far off under her tree, toying with whatever she had clutched secretively behind her gauntlet, her eyes lifting up every once in a while there, and then back down again*
<Suni> Ooh yes, do pamper. I like when you do that.
<Amelia> Why would you tell him?
<Faith> Well... just... she was at the party... Ai's party?
<Reji pauses for a moment> Extra, umm, motivation? Don't think that would, well, do anything.
<Jacob> Okay. we'll stop by in a few hours. *he hangs up the phone and grins.* Hey, Selena! It happened!
<Pip chortles a bit> So how will that impact your cheerleading and fight practice?
Vera: *Dryly* I'm aware that he's a hugging junkie boys. No need to soft-peddle, THAT. *A pause* Is he....careful? At school?
<Noctali> Greetings dear heart. I hope all is better today. <Nubia> Yeah. Coal got to come home today. He may be able to return to classes next week.
Rene: ...And, Faith?
<Faith> ...And she seemed okay... well... pretty quiet, but okay... Ai used her as a jungle gym and everything!!
<Selena> *glances at Nubia and is about to say something but is distracted by her cousin's news.* It has? Quick! Boy or Girl?
<Suni> Well, I got orders to take it easy, but I scan still participate if I want to.
<Amelia just blinks> Someone had a baby?
<Reji looks to Selena and crew> Hmmm?
Rene: ....So she's good with kids. What're you trying to say?
<Pip nods> I imagine that has to be somewhat frustrating for you.
<Faith> I was just thinking... you know... she isn't the first troubled girl you've met... maybe you'd be able to talk to her... and work a way out of having to battle her?
Rene: ...I'd like to Faith, but, ...c'mon she tried to TRIP you! WHen you were in a cast!
: <Joshua> 'Careful' in what sense, Miss Kitsunegari? *Nigel hrms as he looks to have an idea what the question is but wants to be certain first...
<Suni> Yeah. But not like I was going to be fighting anytime soon anyway, and there aren't in games scheduled either, so I can do with the break.
Vera: In his fights, in who he makes his friends with, in what he says, in....whatever else you could think of.
<Nubia and Noctali quitely converse, occassionally looking over their shoulders and making gestures as they speak>
<Pip> Oh? Did you have any special plans made for during that time?
<Faith> I'm always in a cast! *She sighed out of frustration, furrowing her brow* But... look, maybe she didn't mean it, or maybe she was... I don't know... I just get a vibe.
Rene: *Sighs* A vibe? As in...aura vibe?
<Jacob> Girl. Amber Opal. I'm an uncle!
<Blink> Aww, congrats.
<Suni> Welll.. maybe some, 'light' training with you. Get caught up with homework. Believe me, the girls on the squad will be happy I'm down.
<Faith> ...Well... I tried probing her... didn't get much back... *She shook her head* Look, I saw her at the party... and she was really, really gentle with Ai... even nice!
<Faith> If any mon's good at helping out girl's in the locker room with their troubles, it's you Rene... do you think you can give it a try?
: <Nigel> ...WELL.... <Josh> Nigel! <Nigel> She said she wanted us to be honest and that'd what I'm doing. While admittedly he HAS improved considerably since we
<Pip chortles again> Been working them hard lately then?
: first met, he still has his moments of needing to mind his words in front of people. And he still has trouble associating with other males besides just us though, again, he IS improving. <Josh> *sigh*
<Selena> *gives a whoop of excitement and hugs the closest person near her, Amelia in this case.*
Rene: Yeah, okay. *Smiles* I trust you and I guess I oughta to help her out. If girls don't help girls then who will? I'll talk to her. *Looks over at her* But not now. I don't anything to happen while my mom's here, you know?
<Reji blinks> Oh, uhhh, congratulations Selena.
<Faith> Mmm... *She smiled, nodding* Thanks, Rene.
<Nubia and Noctali seem to be in a argument. Nubia shakes her head in disagreement as Noctali waves her finger>
Vera: It's quite alright Joshua, I DID ask. *She sighs* I was afraid of that. Rene....well, I said before that you two are as much as a positive male role model as he's had. *She coughs* No pressure meant
<Amelia> Oof! Congrats......
<Suni> I guess so. <Looks at Pip> You're to blame you know.
<PIp blinks at that> My fault? However do you mean?
<Selena> Hee hee! Thanks. My cousin's girlfriend just gave birth. It's why I've been kinda on edge the last few weeks.
<Jacob> *kinda grins goofily and then hugs Blink.*
Rene: *Smiles and shruggs sheepishly. Then looks up at Nubia and Noctali* Hm, I meant to talk to her anyway. *Walks over to Nubia* Um, Nubia? Hey. I just wanted to ask how Coal was doing. Everything okay?
<Reji watches the 'lutions celebrate, not really sure what to say here>
<Suni looking with her head back and a smile> All that hard work and dedication to training you've been talking about. Guess it's rubbed off on me.
<Faith> *She blinked, following Rene slowly, and remembered herself, the day Riou held tryouts... she remembered the girl training, that was enough for her to follow at least!*
: <Nigel> None taken. Nothing we didn't expect anyway, at the least. <Josh> We'll try to do our best for your son, Miss Kitsunegari.
<Nubia can be heard with a growl as Noctali just crosses her arms> <Noctali> Now is not the time nor the place for such action.
<Blink is hugged and returns said hug> So, going to go see the baby?
<Pip coughs lightly before he smiles> Yes, well, while I appreciate that you have taken to heart what I've told you I do believe the last thing I would like would be to have the cheerleading squad wishing to beat me up.
<Jacob> Yeah. Was planning on going in a few hours. Give sometime to the new mom and dad. Like to come with me when Rich and I go?
Vera: *Smiling gratefully* If I raise my son half as well as your mother did you, then I will have nothing to worry about.
<Blink> Oh well, if you'd like me to go..sure.
<Jacob> Well, our parents are there too and I'd like you to meet them.
Rene: Um, Nubia? You okay? *Tries smiling, it comes off as a little forced*
: *again with the blushing* <Josh> Really, I'm sure you'll both do fine! Rene's a good kid. <Nigel> ...yeah, he is. One of my first male friends at this school, oddly enough.
<???> *Finally, he seemed to have found what he was looking for, and now, as the twins and Vera talked, through the crowd of 'mon, a pudgy paw tapped on Josh's arm*
<Nubia>.......< Noctali> Pay her no mind Rene. She is just being foolish.
Rene: *No comment on that* So, um, is Coal doing okay?
: <Josh> --Hmm? *looks down at who it is who tapped him*
<Suni> Oh don't worry, though Mitz has been more vocal lately so I think I'll tone it down a bit.
<Selena> *lets Amelia go and smiles.* Well, now that I can rest a bit easier. . .
Vera: He was? Rene mentioned something about that, but I wasn't sure if he had gotten that across correctly, Nigel
<Pip> Mitzi, Mitzi...you mean that cheerful Growlithe who always seems to be in a good mood?
<???> *The strange little Slowpoke looked up with a wide grin, and offered himwhat looked like a button of some sort attached to a long wire...* Please to hold?
<Blink> Your parents? ..o.o Alright..
<Nubia looking away at someone else> Yes, he came out of the hosptial today. His...accident has left him a bit with memory issues, which is probably for the best.
<Suni> Oh, don't be fooled. Mitz can be as fiery as any fire type when she's in a mood.
<Amelia exhales> Woo...well that's good.
: <Nigel> Yes, he was. Not too surprising, it came about because he liked the skirt...Josh? *Josh takes hold of the button, blinking inquisitively at the little Slowpoke*
Rene: Oh....I see. Well, I just came with a bit of hope. *Points down where some of the others are* I'm introducing my mom to my friends. She woke up a few weeks ago from a nine-year coma. So, there's always hope. *Pats her shoulde*
<Selena> Now, to make sure you stop sleeping in class. . .
: *Nigel makes certain to move close to Vera, shield flickering at the ready in case his theory is right.
<???> *He smiled beamingly nodding as he began rolling the long length of cable backwards, out of the circle and towards a rather ancient looking camera setup*
Vera: ...Now, THAT makes sense Nigel. *Looks a little confused at the slowpoke*
<Pip> Duely noted. <He chortles a bit> But as you said, I imagine there will not be a lot of fighting you about a lighter trianing schedule.
: *Josh is equally confused. Any more and he'd hurt himself, though thankfully the button in his hand is keeping him mostly occupied.
<Noctali> Really? That's wonderful. What happened to put her in such a state?
<Amelia> .........I'll start drinking coffee or something. >_>
<???> *A frantic waving from the beaming, smiling Slowpoke in the flowery shirt... was he looking for him to hit the button now?*
<Reji gets his attention drawn back towards Amelia> Yeah, well, you could also, umm, try going to sleep earlier.
Rene: A car accident, many years ago...I missed her so much but now's she back with me so....oh! I don't think we've been introdcued. I'm Rene. Nice to meet you. *Hugs Noctali*
<Suni> Nope. Though when these get better <pats her side> I'm going to work on toughing that up more. Can't let a stupid tackle like that give me problems. lucky shot, landed akwardly.
<Amelia> Well..that too. I guess. <She shrugs> I'm a night person.
<Reji> But, uhh, you're...not even a dark type...
<Nubia, still not focused on them> Rene...
: <Nigel> ...I think that's Slowpokese to push the button, bro. *shield activates just in case* <Josh> I get that -- what're you doing? <Nigel> Safety precaution.
: <Josh> It's a camera, not a bomb. <Nigel> I don't like either! <Josh> Oh, for the love of Arc...*he pushes the button*
<Amelia> ....So? :l
*FWOOOOOOOOOOOSH!!!!*
<Pip> Indeed. I've heard and seen many an injury that proved to be quite debilitating that happened in simple things such as running from one spot to another.
Rene: Oh sorry, Nubia. *Lets go* Um, you have nice taste?
: <Nigel> .........
<Reji blinks> Well, uhhh, you've...you've got a point.
Vera: ....
<Selena> Night classes.
*In an instant, the camera let up an array of light so vast and strong, any mon not a firetype may have considered buying better sun tan lotion, as the Slowpoke stood partially blackened, but still grinning all the while!*
*...Whenever anymon could regain their eyesight to see him again that was*
Vera: ....what a very odd mon
<Noctali> Thank you. Now if you can just help me convince her her thurst for vengence is unfounded. Not that I mind a little vengence, but this would accomplish nothing.
<Jasper> Odd. . . yes.
Rene: ...Vengence?!
<Amelia> I don't need to take night classes, I'm working on getting better okay? :l
: <Nigel> ...guess we were both right. <Josh> ...*coughs up soot*
Vera: *Brushing her lap clean* Um....are you boys okay?
<Reji smiles> Well...if you say you are, Amelia I'll...I'll believe you for now.
<Selena> Start falling asleep in classes again. . .
<Nubia growls as she stares down her prey> That bitch has yet to even send a card. As cold as her type.. <Noctali> I keep trying to tell her that taking action in the open is a foolish plan.
<Faith> *She blinked, vaguely aware that there was something making her tails frizz out in the background, but blinking, winced back at Nubia and Noctali... here she was a little out of her waters...*
Rene: Oh Nubia...*gives her a hug now* I know how horrible this is...but doing anything like that wont make it better.
<Amelia just groans>
<Reji> Right now I think Amelia, well, needs faith in her...or something along those lines, Selena. We can worry about, umm, other consequences later.
: <Nigel> I'm fine. It's what the shield's for. *The Protect shield that covered him and
: Vera during the FWOOSH dies away, ash falling on them and forcing him to bat away at his head to clean it off. Josh...looks only a little better than the Slowpoke does*
: <Josh> ...right. Be right back, have to return this. *he takes the pile of scrap in his hands and slowly and painfully makes his way towards the Slowpoke&
Vera: --Before you go!
<???> *He was certainly sounding very happy, as a large floppy phot came out of the whirring device, and he blinked, looking to the Gallade with an even bigger smile!!*
<Nubia> It'd make ME feel better.
<???> *Smile smile, nod nod! He delved suddenly into his Luggage - didn't he leave that by the bench? - and grabbed his book again, preparing for his arrival it seemed*
Rene: ...Won't a hug do? *Bats his eyes, all doe-like, hoping it'll have some effect*
<Noctali tisks> In my land, such matters are handled privately, not in the open. Dark matters are handled in the dark not in the light.
: <Josh> Ah? *he gestures with a hand for the Slowpoke to give him a second before turning to Vera*
Vera: I wont keep you two dear boys much longer...Rene tells me you both have lady friends who, ah, might not like all the time I'm taking up. *She chuckles, then turns serious*--->
<Pip reaches down towards Suni's ribs and gently rubs them, his hand flaming up up a bit as he applies to fire punch to where the pain was indicated. he's mindful not to light her tank top on fire>
-->Vera: I just want to ask you...as a mother; please--keep an eye out for my baby? *She seems flustered, trying to remind herslf, with little success, of Rene's actual age. She still thinks he's seven at times.*
<Suni closes her eyes and humms at the touch, only jumping intially at the mix of ticklish pain.
<Amelia> Yeah...what he said.
<Selena> I have faith in her and she knows that I'm there to help her if she needs it. After all that's what friends are for.
<Pip keeps it up for a bit> I am just glad that they aren't broken. I think I heard something about Charla's nose having met that fate.
*Saul flicks an ear, keep his attention flickering between his cousins, his sister, and the two dark-types.*
Rene: ...That's um, very poetic Noctali. *He HOPES its meant to be poetic* If this girl hasn't done anything for Coal, then well, aren't you better just talking to her? Or writing her out of your lives alltogether?
: <Jonas whistles happily to himself as he makes his way thru the quad>
<???> *As Josh would receive his words, he'd keep studying in his book, now sitting on the suitcase there, eyeing the Gallade and pages back and forth*
<Amelia> Yeah, I know. Thanks Selena..
: <Josh> Oh. Of course! We'll do what we can. Now, I hate to just go but I really should return...what's left of this. *he turns and goes towards the Slowpoke*
<Reji> And we could, well, use that right now as we have another, umm, match coming up.
<Nubia> Fortunately, Coal doesn't remember anything about that day, and that's the problem.
<Suni chuckles at first then quickly covers her mouth> Ah..I know.
Rene: You mean he doesn't remember that girl not remembering him? *Pauses to check if he has that right*
<Selena> We do?
: *Two familiar enough members of Team untitled arrived in the quad now, looking to be arguing over something... Then they paused as a pair to look over towards those gathered today.
: <Penny> ... Now I don't know about the 'poke, but I know the Ninetales isn't a student here.
<Amelia> Really? Awesome.
<Pip looks at Suni and smiles a bit> Oh dash it all, I don't know if I should be upset with you for taking glee in it or smile because it has put a smile on your face.
<Reji nods> Yeah. <He coughs>
: *As for Nigel, though, he stays quiet until Josh is out of earshot. "We'll keep an eye out, so long as he learns to do the same for himself. He isn't a child anymore, after all."
<???> *He awaited him there, and then, as he would stand there, giving the most polite and thankful look possible to the Gallade* Fuck you!
: <Josh> --Excuse me?!
<Selena> Something bothering you about this match, Cutie?
<???> Fuck you very much!! *He extended out something towards the Gallade with the brightest smile imaginable*
Vera: I know...I just...have trouble remembering it. When...was in the accident he was a child. When I woke up a few weeks ago he was....you see my problem?
*I was
<Reji> Well, it's, umm, it...wasn't me who...proposed it. You see.
<???> *It was round, it was a shiny, strange looking gold colored coin- was that gold?!*
<Nubia> Yes. It's like he's lost a whole...month or something, and the idiots still all eevee-love over the tail raising...<Noctali> Nubia! Be classie.
<Nubia> ....
: <Nigel> That's fine, that makes enough sense...but Rene has that problem himself, that's the thing.
: <Jonas stops and taps Pip on the shoulder> Pards lad, got the time?
<Selena> Oh? Who did?
Rene: *Blushing at the earthiness of the phrase* Um, oh. Could you try talking to his girl? Then maybe putting off on the hitting stuff?
<Suni> Heh, no, I must..wonder what she sounds like now. Luxray's have such big noses.
Vera: ...How do you mean Nigel?
: *Joshua just gawks at the Slowpoke and readies to retort when he notes he's getting paid in..."What in the...?"
<Pip looks up towards Jonas> Mmmm? <Pip ends the Fire PUnch for a moment as he reaches for a pocket watch and gives it a look> Do believe that makes it three. Tea time back home.
<Faith> *She grinned, her tails bobbing as she came over to Pike and Penny with a wave* Hi there!
<Nubia looks at Rene> Do I look like an espeon? I don't do the nice and sunny thing.
<Reji> Well...Blue did.
<Selena> Blue? So then the match is against Coldstone?
<Amelia> Gonna fight your girlfriend's team? Neat.
<???> *He blinked, looking at the Gallade's expression... and then the coin in hand... and then after a moment's careful consideration, fished out a second gold coin, offering both of them now instead!!*
: <Jonas arches an eyebrow and then playfully mimics Pip's accent...with a touch more girly> Ooohhow delightful, thanks much cheerio.
Rene: Well...maybe you could let Aquarion handle it? Talking to her?
: <Pike> Faith! *Looks around the quad.* What's going on here today..?<Penny> *Gives a small wave.* Hey.
<Reji nods at that and still hasn't caught sight of Jonas yet> It, uhh, looks like she...wants to, well, fight me...specifically.
<Amelia blinks> Yikes >_>
<Selena> Well, I've heard the phrase "love hurts" but isn't that taking it a bit far?
<Pip frowns a bit at the mocking of the accent> I dare say, I don't believe that that was called for. You did ask me for a favor.
<Faith> *She adjusted her book bag a little, coming closer now, following Pike's look over the quad, and nodding to the Ninetales before them* Rene came with his mom to meet a few people!
<Nubia> You know, there was a time I wouldn't even be disucssing this, I'd have just walked right up to her and punched the... <Noctali> Ahmm. I told you, Heart, Umbreons are more discrete.
Rene: Maybe that means you're growing as an indiviudual, Nubia? I mean, heck, not that long ago I imagine you would've punched me, um, somewhere sensitive, rather than say two words to me
: <Penny> His comatose mom? *Arches a brow.*
: <Jonas> Aye I did, relax yer cacks boyo.. feckin townies never could take a joke.
: <Nigel> *sighing and crossing his arms* On one hand, he has no problem hesitating to cry like a baby, to be hugged constantly and to overall relish in the youth he
: never had...and at the same time is surprisingly loyal to his friends and significant other and has shown to have brass b.....
<Suni frowns but stays quite for once>
: to have a great deal of guts for such a little fellow. How the two can be in the same package, is a mystery
<Reji shrugs> Someone near us suggested that, well, the whole know someone through a fight...saying works here.
<Faith> ...Slightly less comatose now. *She grinned, nodding as she was speaking with Nigel over there* My parents kind of gave a hand.
<Selena> Well, good luck then.
: *Josh shakes his head rapidly and hold up his hands as he massages his temple. "Ok...um...hello? Do you speak English?"
<Selena> Have something set up for the rest of us? Or should we go picking out our own fights now?
<Pip looks to Suni for a moment and then back towards Jonas. He's still peering at Jonas through his monocle> A joke I can take, thank you very much. I don't know if I would refer to that as such.
Vera: *Gratefully nods at Nige's honesty and bluntness* I thank you for telling me this. What would you recommend?
<Reji> Well Amelia is apart of it of course. Ummm, as far as you go, Selena, I'm looking for fights for you and Fitz but, umm, if you find something else please do it if you want.
<???> *That seemed to make him put away the coins, as he flipped open his big book, before finally, he selected again* Good morning-af-ternoon-evennning!
: <Penny> So... That's why they came over to our place?<Pike> Well, I'm sure they were there for more than just that.
<Nubia> No, it just means there's too many people around and somebody would try to stop me from pounding her before I got satisfied.
<Selena> Has it been scheduled yet?
Rene: ...You'll forgive me if I prefer my interpretation, Nubia.
<???> Am I Twoflower Ninereeds? *...Was that an introduction, or another error of the book?*
<Reji> We don't have a specific day yet, no.
: <Jonas smiles and shrugs> No accountin fer taste then. *he turns waving Pip off* God save the queen.. or what ballsch you feckin uppity skangers say..
<Selena> Shame. Would be nice to have one. That way we can all have a match on the same day.
<Faith> Well, they did want to meet your mom and dad too? *She added, following on Pike, reaching out to hold onto one of his arms there with a smile*
: <Josh> Uh...ok, think I followed that. Let's see...*brushes up hands and outs one to his chest* MY NAME IS....Joshua Garkirl.
<Amelia shrugs and looks between the two>
<Reji> Well we might be able to, umm, arrange something for that...we'll see.
<Noctali> I hate to say this love, but you can tell you have not long been in your evolution. We are creatures of the night. Stealth. We strike unseen. <Nubia>.....
Rene: ....You like Poe's poetry, don't you Noctali? I can just tell
: <Nigel> Believe me, if I knew that I'd done it months ago. I guess...best you can both do is keep doing what you two are doing and pray for the best?
<Twoflower> Garkirl? *A blank look, as if the Slowpoke was trying to decide something... but then... deciding otherwise whatever he thought, he retrieved the gold coins again offering them once more!* For Garkirl!!
<Pip> Blood micks always thinking they have the run of the world. <He turns his attention back towards Suni>
<Selena> Well, please let me know. I already have someone in mind to challenge. I'm sure there will be no hassle in getting her to agree to a match either. She seems rather eager for one.
: <???> *A soild black Ponyta male with white flame mane flare tuffs walks into the Quad. Carrying a laptop in one arm, he finds a nice cool spot to sit down, opens the labtop and begins to type something*
<Reji> Oh? Who's that?
Vera: Thank you Nigel....you must care a lot about my son to take such an interest
<Suni> You're very impressive.
<PIp> Hmm?
: <Pike> And I'm sure her dad was just waiting to get the chance to talk to me...<Penny> Right... Oh, and Faith?
<Faith> *She laughed nervously, before looking to Penny* Hmm?
<Selena> A certain dark-type who's been mouthing off about me behind my back rather than coming straight to my face and saying something.
: <Jonas is about to walk away then comes to a screeeeeeching hault.. an evil smirk curling on his lips.. he hollars back, to Suni> Luv, when you get yerself all bored of dry english love ... --->
: <Josh> Oh...well...thank you. *blinks in realization* ...THANK. you. THAAAANK you.
<Suni> You totally didn't like that guy bother you. I tried to do that the other day and still ended up in a fight.
<Reji blinks> Oh...uhhh, her? <He looks over to Nubia>
: <Jonas> ...if the English are infact capable of such a thing.... and need someone ta flatten ya propper, you give ol' Jonas a call, eh?
<Amelia> Oh jeez....not her. >_>
<Suni> Wha...what did he just say?
<Twoflower> THAAAAAAANK you? *He echoed with an empty blink, offering the coins again as he said it*
<Pip just gets a look on his face and for a moment Suni sees the flash in his eyes that only happens when he battles. He pats her arm gently and then stands up and starts towards Jonas>
<Pip> Sir, I do believe that you owe the lady an appology for being so crude in front of her.
: <Josh> *sighing in relief* Right. THANK. *He takes the coins and bows his head in appreciation*
<Nubia's ears twitch at the sound of her name and then she just looks at Noctali> <Noctali shrugs her shoulders> Ok..so I was wrong. <Nubia storms over to Selena with Noctali behind>
<Twoflower> *And he bobbed his head right back, waddling happily back to his camera set-up where his Luggage awaited - hadn't that been beside him and Josh? - and quickly began packing it away now!*
Rene: *Follows along silently, really hoping nothing starts up*
: <Nigel> *sigh* I admit I've grown a strange fondness for the little weirdo, yes.
: <Penny> You seem to be a master at getting yourself in fights that are a bit over your head... No offense. How about sharing the love a little next time and getting the team a good match?
Vera: *Looks at Nigel, as if reminding him who he's spekaing to* "Little weirdo?"
: <Jonas turns and nods> Aye aye.. yer right. Love, I'm terribly sorry. Sorry ye've nae the sense Arceus gave the rest of us tae see what a real man is like and instead went fer natures cruelest joke.... tha English pomp..
: <Jonas> Tsk tsk.. so sad.
<Faith> *She grimaced a little* Sorry... I didn't want to drag you into this one... *She considered her bandaged middle and various bumps and bruises*
I promise I'll explain later... but this one was a bit personal... back to the Island you see...
: <Nigel> ....and I mean that in the most appreciative of ways, of course! Normal 'mon are boring anyway! Well, not normal-types, I mean...well, you follow me! Eheh.
: <Pike> ... Did Riou do something back on the island?
<Pip's eyes narrow at that as he turns to look at the Monferno> Suni?
Vera: *Chuckling as she playfully whacks Nigel's arm* I'm just teasing you. I know my son isn't...well, the most usual of children, but he's still perfect to me. Thank you again Nigel. You and your brother--and your teammates--->
<Suni, actually a bit intimidated> Ah..yes?
Vera: --Are always welcome in our home
: <???> *He looks puzzled about something has he keeps typing away on the labtop keyboard. He trys not let everyone's talking distract him.*
: <Nigel> Eheh. Right...'course. I'll let the others know, thank you.
<Faith> No, no... it's not something he did, more like something he NEARLY did... or half- well... I'll explain like I said... *She half-laughed* Everything's fine now at least.
<Pip> You are about to find that I am merely a 'mon after all. <He turns back to Jonas> Sir, I challenge you to fisticuffs. YOu have insulted the honor of myself and my lady here.
: *Josh pockets the coins and steps back to give himself a moment to brush the soot off his crest.
Vera: No Nigel....Thank YOU.
: <Pike> *Sighs, drooping a bit before straightening himself out.* Well, Faith. Ready for tonight's date? I've already got a few things lined up.
: <Jonas steps up> Fisty-cuffs eh? Well sir, far be it fer me tae step away from a chance tae slap around a poncy wee nancy such as yerself. Fisty-cuffs it is then.
: <Pike> Found a resturaunt we hadn't tried yet, also took a look at the movie listings and looked into the local hot springs. ... And I borrowed some cash from Penny. *Points.*
<Pip looks him in the eye> Very well then! I am sure they will be able to fit us in for tonight's battles. Unless you're scared.
<Faith> *She blinked a little, looking more surprised to Penny there first...* Should I ask? *She raised a brow, before chuckling, holding onto him with her casted arm too* But I'm ready now!
*Selena glicks an ear but doesn't turn around.*
*flicks
Vera: *Sees her niece about to leave and waves good bye* Good-bye Faith!
<Izzy> Bye Faith!
<Faith> *She grinned, waving back for a moment to Vera, and then looked to Penny* I'm sure she'd like to meet you two by the way! *And a wave to Izzy too!* Bye guys!
: <Penny> Bee be poor? You two are paying me back...<Pike> Right then... Faith, your chariot. *Bows, then holds out his stingers for her to rest herself on.*
Vera: *Sees the scizor her son had told her about and waves her over* Penny is it? I'd like a word with you
<Faith> *She blinked, and grinned as she guessed what was coming, laying back slowly on his stingers, book bag on her lap as she sat back into his arms, and nodded, ready!*
: *Josh manages to get himself mostly clean before curiously looking in Faith's direction as Vera tells her goodbye...and spots Penny. And brushes himself faster.
<Nubia walks up to Selena and draws back her closed fist, Noctali grabs hold of it and won't let her come forward.> <Noctali> NO! Not like this. <Noctali walks to Selena> Excuse me.
: <Jonas laughs, and steps even closer to the Mankey, almost nose to nose.. if Jonas had a nose> Scared? Boyo I am feckin' delighted. Twould be me pleasure ta mop yer Primeape arse all over the area fer the sake o' tha shamrock.
Vera: *Quirks an eye at Joshua* Oh yes, Rene said that you were dating Penny. *Chuckles. It's cute*
<Twoflower> *And away he waddled in the background, happy for a good days events, Luggage trundling behind him!*
: *Flapping his wings, with a kick Pike took off. Faith in arms. Meanwhile, Penny arched a brow over at Vera. "Hn?"
Rene: *Covering his eyes until Noctali grabs Nubia's fist* Oh thank Arceus...
Vera: You are Penny? My niece's teammate and my sons' friend?
: <Josh> ....eheh. That I am. Penny? This is Miss Kitsunegari. Rene's mother.
<Amelia jumps back at the girl holding back her fist at Selena> o.o...
<Pip's eyes narrow dangerous> Let's then.
<Amelia> Friend of yours, Selena? >_>;;
<Reji looks to the Umbreons as htey approach> Ohhh, no.
<Suni> Get em baby!
: *Penny approached the two, not sure who to spend more time looking over right now... "Um, hello. ... And what the hell happened to you, Joshua?"
: <Nigel> ...Josh, you look like a Kricketune. <Josh> What? <Nigel> *gestures to his own face. Josh has a soot-moustache*
Vera: *Can't repress a giggle at Josh. Offers him a hanky*
Vera: *Clearing her throat* So, Penny....Rene tells me a lot about you.
: <Josh> ...would you believe I was a cameraman for a bit? *he thanks Vera and makes good use of the hanky*
: <Penny> Really? Such as..?
<Selena> No. Not at all. But it seems my words hit their mark. *she turns around and faces Noctali and Nubia.* Willing to talk and understand why I have done nothing towards Coal?
: <Jonas> See ya tonight little Lord Fauntleroy. *the meowth tugs his hat brim down.. all tough guy mode n' walks off... his tail whipping up to try n' knock Pip's bowler hat off*
Vera: That you're a very, ah, unique individual. Rene says he likes you a lot. *Smiling* It's good to meet more of my boy's friends
<Pip's hand is up to deflect it before he can get to the hat. No one messes with The Hat! The primeape turns and walks back over towards Suni> I apologize that you had to see that.
<Noctali Slaps Selena>. That is a offical challenge. I care not why you have treated my love's brother so coldly, but you will face her in combat.
<Suni Takes Pip's hat>
Rene: *Jaw drops at Noctali's actions* Girls, come on can't we handle this some other way?
: <Nigel> Don't be too scared, Penny. She claims Rene sees me as a role model.
<Pip let's her. Suni gets to touch The Hat>
: <Jonas continues over to his team and sits with a huff.. not a happy kitty>
Vera: He does you know. It's, I suppose, part of the reason he clings to you so.
: <Penny> Interesting way of putting it... *Offers out a claw.* Browser is an interesting character himself. ... And has been especially helpful lately.
Vera: "Browser"....ah yes, one of Rene's nicknames. He's aquired so many it's hard to keep track of them. *Shakes her claw* Oh? How so?
<Amelia> Hey! Is hitting her in the face really necessary?
<Reji frowns> I...I don't think that's, umm, even used anymore.
: <Josh> *peering in* 'helpful'?
Vera: You sound surprised, Joshua. Don't you think my son can be helpful? *Feigns sounding hurt*
<Nubia stands, actually surprised by Noctali herself>
: <Penny> Er, well... He's being supportive of some recent projects, and helping me and another friend work out any kinks in the latest one.
*The umbreon's slap bounces off a protect shield and Selena remains impasive.* Of course the challenge is official. I full and well plan on facing Nubia to settle this. Only I hope this doesn't backfire on her.
: <Penny> ... And that one's a surprise for you, Joshua. So you'll just have to wait for it.
: <Nigel> Woudn't mind the clinging so much if it weren't literally... <Josh> Nigel. <Nigel> Well I don't. <Josh> *sighs* He's not fond of constant intimate contact.
: <???> *Quriks a brow at what is happening with Nubia, Noctali and Selena.* Oh boy, this is going to get ugly....
: <Josh> *brow-raise at Penny* Alrighr...
Vera: I am glad to hear that. He spekas well of you Penny. *Puts a hand on her forarm. Chuckles at Nigel* I didn't mean that literally...though I don't think I'll have much luck in curbing that. I beg you to keep patient with him
<Noctali grins> Impressive <Eyes glow and a voice can be heard in Selena's head> (Oh, it shall not "back fire". You well be punished for your loose ways. One way, or ...another). <Noctali breaks the Psychic link>
<Pip takes in a deep breath as he closes his eyes and steadies himself> I don't normally let people like him get to me.
<Selena> I'm sorry, did you say something? All I heard was gibberish.
<Amelia crosses her arms and looks between the two>
: <???> *Begins to look around to see who he can talk with*
Rene: *Looks between Noctali and Nubia and Selena* Girls, come on...it doesn't have to happen lke this
: <Jonas is more or less ignoring Selena and Noctali>
<Noctali> You look to insult me now? <Nubia> And you wanted me to handle this your way.
<Reji blinks as he notices Jonas there> Oh, uhh, hey Jonas.
Vera: *Looks at Nigel* Perhaps this will help your problem with intimate contact? *Smiling foxily, she leans forward and draws Nigel into another embrace. Stronger than she looks, she pulls him down into sitting in her lap*
<Selena> Insult you? No. I am serious. If you tried to say something to psychically, it did not go through.
*to me
: <Penny> ... I'm not entirely sure how comfortable I feel watching this.
: <Nigel> --M-MADAM!
Vera: *Chuckles at Penny* You'll have to give us for our, ah, "fleshy ways" do you call it?
: <Jonas nods to Reji>
Vera: *Pinches Nigel's cheek* Sorry dear, I couldn't resist. Since your brother's lady is here I couldn't very well do it to him. *Pats his cheek* If you can tolerate an old woman like me, I think you can handle my son. Okay?
<Nubia claps> See, told you she wan't worth all this honor stuff. <Noctali growls> You are making the wrong enemy this day, glaceon. I will not be mocked by a lesser eevolution.
<Reji eyes Jonas for a moment> What's wrong, Jonas?
<Amelia> Selena...are you TRYING to piss her off? :l
: <Nigel> *still squirming* R-right! Right! Um...
Rene: *Wincing* Ladies please....cant we rise above this?
<Noctali's blue rings grow more intent>
: *Josh is coincidentally taking that moment to hug Penny from behind.
Vera: *Trying VERY hard not to laugh at Nigel* Oh dear, would you like me to let you go?
: <Nigel> Um...not to be a bother but yes?
<Suni> THat's ok baby, this creep has it coming!
<Pip> Perhaps we should head to the arena then so I can best prepare myself for this.
: <???> *Gets up and walks over to Nubia, Noctail, and Selena* I don't think starting a fight here is worth getting expelled over.
Vera: *Chuckles* Oh, all right. I'm sure I'm not as attractive as I used to be, especially to a young mon like you. Please, do tell your mother that I'd love to have tea with her sometime.
Vera: *Smiling, plants a kiss on Nigel's cheek, then lets him go*
<Nubia taking a side position to Selena> You think we're worried about being expelled?
Rene: ...shouldn't you be?
: <???> Not really but would it be worth it?
: <Penny> Ooohhh... What would Charla think? *Leans back in Josh's grasp.*
: <Nigel> *blushing and getting up* It's not that, really, it's just...well I have a girlfriend and all! <Josh. Mother would love to, I'm sure of it.
: <Jonas stands up and pats Reji on the shoulder> I'll be at the arena.. got me a fight tonight.
<Noctali growling> This is why I say my love we should handle this more discretely. The mon at this academy are not warriors like from my homeland. And this one certainly not worth it.
<Selena> No, I am being honest. My heritage has it a bit that I can't hear psychic links. If you try, all I hear is static and jumbled words in my head.
Vera: Oh, so you DO think I'm still attractive? *Bats her eyes at Nigel* I'm flattered
<Reji blinks at that> Fight? But, well...okay. <HE nods to Jonas then moves to pull selena behind him before he looks to the Umbreons>
<Reji> If you wish to issue an official challenge to my teammate then you can ask me and we can make it official.
Vera: *Chuckling* That makes the two of us, Joshua dear. You taking good care of him, Penny?
: *Nigel just blushes and coughs. Joshua eyerolls*
<Amelia sighs and looks to Jonas> Is everyone getting into a fight today?
: <Jonas shrugs at Amelia> Looks that way, luv. Some things cannae be helped.. *serious cat is serious*
: <???> *Sighs and shakes his head* Man, what is up with everyone today...
*She keeps her eyes on the umbreon and inclines her head.* I am not trying to be insulting to either of you on this.
<She looks back to Selena> Guh...
Vera: *Smiles and bows to the Garkirls* My apologies for my teasing, boys...I've just lost so much of my life I feel as if I ought to live the rest of it to its fullest...and embarrass my son a little while I'm at it. Gomen nasai
<Noctali looks at Nubia, eyes and glowing, Nubia looks back with a bit of a distressed expression on her face, her eyes also glowing>
<Reji keeps himself between Selena and the Umbreons. He glances once towards the odd Rapidash but then quickly turns his attention back to the Umbreons> Is that an official challenge?
Rene: *Looks from one umbreon to the other, looking confused*
<Noctali> And who might you be to interfer in this? This matter does not concern this 'school's' pathetic rules.
<Nubia>Yeah, buzz off.
<Reji> I'm her team captain. And her friend. So if you're going to challenge her you're going to challenge her. And if you're going to threaten her off campus then I'm calling hte police.
: <???> *The Ponyta nods to Reji and says nothing. Not sure what to say or do*
Rene: *Looks up at the ponyta* Oh, hi. I'm Rene and I feel like I'm in a trainwreck. You?
: <Penny> Gomen... What?
: <Joshua> It's alright, really. <Nigel> Riou-speak for 'sorry', if I recall.
: <???> *He looks to Rene and nods* Yeah, I'm Zander Dashlong by the way, nice to meet you. *Looks back to Nubia and Noctail*
Vera: Thank you Joshua...*blinks* Is that what Japanese is called nowadays? I HAVE missed a lot!
: <Nigel> ...not exactly. Ah, one of my best friends is Japanese.
<Noctali laughs> Oh are you now. <Looking at Nubia> I thought this was a school for training warriors?
Rene: Nice to meet you too....just wish the circumstances were better. *Looking back*
<Selena> *sighes* Doesn't matter what I say now, they are just going to take it as an insult.
: <Dr. Schwindelanfall makes her way thru the quad and alters her course when she sees the argument. Teacher sense tingling.>
<Nubia> Fine, say your piece.
<Amelia tugs on Selena's arm> They aren't going to listen to you. They both just want to pound your face in. :l
<Reji> Then you're mistaken. This is a school for teaching 'mon to be better. And yes, there is a battle empahsis but that's for the Leagues, not for being some sort of street samurai or something.
Vera: Ah. This would be...Riou? Rene has mentioned him once or twice. They had an...incident? Got detention?
<Selena> *looks to Amelia.* Sadly.
: <Nigel> They have...history with each other, yes.
: <Zander> *He looks to Noctali* Listen, this is not the place for a fight... if you wanna fight, take it to the battle ring at school.
Rene: Selena....please, she's just really upset about her brother and....this is all a big misunderstanding. I hope
: <Dr. S claps a few times to get everyone's attention> 'Allo 'Allo.. Vas ist das hmm? Heated vords und tempers?
<Noctali> Then it is true. The reputation of this school truly has fallen since the departure of Master Felinduce. A shame. I had hoped for more. <Nubia> Whatever, what does the ice bitch have to say?
Vera: ....*Her face netural* ...A history? Nigel, please, you have been quite open up till now. Please do not change that now
: <Penny> They've argued a few times, but it doesn't seem like much to be concerned over.
<Reji looks up towards the Spinda> Ahhh, Dr. S. Umm, just a, uhhh, discussion...
: <Doc S.> Vell let's keep ze simple chitting-chatting to civil tones, ja? *hands on hips*
: <Zander> *Sighs and rubs hie temple as he thinks to himself* "What I get myself into?" *He then looks over to Dr. S*
Rene: ...You okay Zander?
: <Nigel> Well they're well aquainted now, but first impressions and all. See it all started with the pe....oh, bugger.
<Noctali> What is with all this interferance. Truly this place has lost it's claws. Come Nubia. As I said before, there is nothing to be gained with being, nondiscrete.
Vera: Well, so long as they've moved on and are getting on well now then I suppose---*looks over to see what Nige's looking at*
: <Zander> Yeah Rene, I'll be fine, just wondering about my life is all.
<Reji just gives Noctali a look before looking back to the Spinda> Of...of course, Dr. S! I think we're, uhhh, done here!
Rene: Arent' we all?
<Selena> *tone has been civil this entire time. She's actually been speaking softly.* I already gave my answer. I was willing to offer the challenge to Nubia.
: *Nigel, as well as Josh, look over to the drama happening over yonder that has already called up a teacher's attention. "...maybe we should move a bit further back?"
: <Penny> What, and miss the show..?
<Nubia stops and turns before she leaves> Oh, I except your challenge and I'll beat the answers I'm looking for out of you if I have to. And stay away from my brother!
Vera: *Frowns, seeing Rene practically in the middle of it, concerned* I think I will stay here, boys. Thank you
: <Doc S. rummages in her pocket and pulls out a whistle giving it a shrill tooooot> Ok, zen.. ve are havink an official challenge. Both of you vill please be signink here. *she holds out a clipboard with a fight form on it*
<Reji blinks at Dr. S> Well...that's efficient.
<Amelia looks to Selena> Arceus...that girl really has it in for you.
Rene: She's just really upset about what happened to Coal, Amelia.....
<Nubia grabs the pen and scribbles her name down and throws it back down>
<Amelia> I know Rene..>_>
<Nubia> And give thanks to Arceus that the stupid school rules won't allow me to kill you.
: <Josh> Very well...
: <Doc S. adjusts her glasses at Nubia> Young lady.. ist zat vise to say infront of a teacher?
<Nubia turns and walks away> You tell me.
Rene: Yeah.....this sucks. I actually consider them both friends....after a fashion I guess. *Unsure of how Nubia thinks of him, if she does at all*
<Reji blinks and watches as the Umbreon's walk away> I'm glad Blue's sister isn't like that. <He keeps his voice low as he whispers back to Amelia and Selena>
<Selena> I had full intentions on staying away from Coal. It's for the best anyways.
: <Doc S. hrmm and pulls out another form handing it to Nubia> Zen zis is for you. *a one way ticket to an anger management seminar*
<Amelia nods> Really...and make sure you kick her butt in the arena too. >_>
<Noctali takes the form from Doc S. turns towards Selena with a low growl and walks to catch up with Nubia>
: <Zander> *Watches Nubia walk away while studing her form and then sighs* Why do I always find her type so attractive?
: <Penny> That's one infortunate thing. Drama pops up everywhere. But, I suppose that's probably mroe a high school thing than a PCA one.
: *unfortunate*
: <Josh> Sadly, you're probably right.
: <Doc S. waves the clipboard at Selena> Sign please, Frau Parcs.
Vera: ...Remind me to have a word with Rene about trying to stick his nose into things beyond his control
Rene: Couldn't tell you Zander. Of course, I like all girls, but that's another story
: <Penny> ... You really should.

Uh oh. I sense some drama...

Wow!