action | in which audrey is a slowpokeneverplaysJune 10 2010, 19:18:59 UTC
[ Mindy doesn't qualify this outing as a date. No special attire, no unusual attention to her hair, just casual clothes consisting of a pair of jeans and a t-shirt. Her only accessory today is that right fist gathering pressure for a well-deserved sock in the face.
Maybe.
Maybe there's a part of her that desires company of a casual kind, as infinitesimal as that voice is in the back of her head is. Someone to help hack away an hour or two of daylight and give her something to do, beyond her usual scouting, training, and pestering the Comedian. (And she's gotten good with that.)
Maybe it's the only explanation for why she stands by the fountain, hands crossed around her chest in the study of a serious character, waiting for that jackass to arrive.
action | in which no troubles are had by any amount of slownessprefers_chessJune 10 2010, 20:03:22 UTC
[Regardless of what conclusions anyone else might draw about his motives, the fact remains that Rudy is actually showing up to this outing for exactly two reasons. One, because making Mindy angry is about the closest he's come to finding a City replacement for antagonizing Harold Greene at camp. Two, because he is, fundamentally, a boy of his word, and standing people up--assuming they're not his camp counsellors, that is--is simply not his style
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[ Except Harold Greene probably didn't carry around a handgun or knife on her person. Of course they're tucked in discreet pockets, smuggled out of view in the inconspicuous bright garb of a girl who likes pink, hello-kitty, and rocket launchers. When Rudy approaches, her severe expression doesn't diminish, not a smile or grin for her new companion, but only a sudden rise of right eyebrow as though she's seen something peculiar.
But there wasn't anything peculiar about him, he was just a boy, albeit a boy who was somewhat more tolerable than the usual specimen of his age. That was based solely on brief perception though, a short conversation between the pair upon her first post to the network.
This first face-to-face contact has proved one thing. She could beat the jackass up if necessary, well, at least based off looks. ]
Good thing you weren't late, jackass. I wouldn't be here, if you'd come five minutes later.
[Mindy's initial assessment is, to an extent, generally correct; if it came down to a fight, she would certainly have the upper hand. Fortunately for Rudy's health and well-being, he has no intention of giving her the opportunity. There is a fine line between irritating words and fighting words, and with any luck, his vast experience in pushing people's buttons will know when he's treading that line with Mindy.
He shrugs off the comment, sparing a moment to wonder if "jackass" will become her new go-to insult, as Harold Greene had tended to favor "nut". She does seem to have adopted it for matters concerning him.]
I don't do late arrivals. Leaving would've been your loss, though, since I'm the one buying the ice cream.
[Which is as close to a peace offering as he's likely to get.]
Given that the anticipation of bodily injury might make relations somewhat strained for the rest of the outing, I'd suggest that if you're planning to assault me, you might as well get it over with now.
→ DELIVERYadamantinedOctober 31 2010, 18:21:50 UTC
[Left in a Tupperware container just outside Rudy's door, with the note:I tried to think of a 'little angels' joke to write here, but nothing would come. Heaven and Hell don't stop birthdays, though. Trust me, it's delicious.
my teenage experience thus far has been relatively underwhelming. outside of the excellent cake, and the notable lack of parents to force me to stop eating it lest i make myself sick.
[Not brought by broom like she promised, but here it is all the same, albeit somewhat late. Rudy's belated 13th birthday gift is neatly wrapped in a brown paper parcel and done up with twine, but the true prize lies within, bundled in Ginny's typical red and gold and with a card attached.
When opened, the card will appear blank at first. But then the words start to write themselves in a neat script, clearly written with a quill and ink:
Hullo, Rudy!
Terribly sorry this is so late and all. Still, it took a bit to find what I wanted to get you. I'm still not entirely sure how you feel about magic, but I expect this is the sort you'll enjoy. It was my brother's when he was here in the City and I know he'd rather it go to someone who'll appreciate it like he did.
Give me a call if you've got any questions. And I hope you like it.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! ♥ Ginny Weasley
When unwrapped, Rudy will find a handsome Wizard'schessset, complete with moving pieces.]
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Maybe.
Maybe there's a part of her that desires company of a casual kind, as infinitesimal as that voice is in the back of her head is. Someone to help hack away an hour or two of daylight and give her something to do, beyond her usual scouting, training, and pestering the Comedian. (And she's gotten good with that.)
Maybe it's the only explanation for why she stands by the fountain, hands crossed around her chest in the study of a serious character, waiting for that jackass to arrive.
Rudy better be accustomed to punctuality. ]
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But there wasn't anything peculiar about him, he was just a boy, albeit a boy who was somewhat more tolerable than the usual specimen of his age. That was based solely on brief perception though, a short conversation between the pair upon her first post to the network.
This first face-to-face contact has proved one thing. She could beat the jackass up if necessary, well, at least based off looks. ]
Good thing you weren't late, jackass. I wouldn't be here, if you'd come five minutes later.
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He shrugs off the comment, sparing a moment to wonder if "jackass" will become her new go-to insult, as Harold Greene had tended to favor "nut". She does seem to have adopted it for matters concerning him.]
I don't do late arrivals. Leaving would've been your loss, though, since I'm the one buying the ice cream.
[Which is as close to a peace offering as he's likely to get.]
Given that the anticipation of bodily injury might make relations somewhat strained for the rest of the outing, I'd suggest that if you're planning to assault me, you might as well get it over with now.
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When opened, the card will appear blank at first. But then the words start to write themselves in a neat script, clearly written with a quill and ink:
Hullo, Rudy!
Terribly sorry this is so late and all. Still, it took a bit to find what I wanted to get you.
I'm still not entirely sure how you feel about magic, but I expect this is the sort you'll enjoy.
It was my brother's when he was here in the City and I know he'd rather it go to someone who'll appreciate it like he did.
Give me a call if you've got any questions. And I hope you like it.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! ♥
Ginny Weasley
When unwrapped, Rudy will find a handsome Wizard's chess set, complete with moving pieces.]
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