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Post by Sharkbait on Aug 4, 2008 9:28:41 GMT -5
"You're not ignoring it," Edward said. "It may seem like you are, but keeping your distance is the exact opposite of ignoring her pain. It's respecting her need for space. So, you need to find a distraction for a while."
Jasper stared at her for a minute before recovering. He rolled his eyes at Elena, but kept his focus on trying to calm Autumn. He used enough of his new gift to get her to release the barriers on her mind so that he could get the whole story. He then relayed that silently to Elena and Layali while trying to figure out how he could help. Then he ran up to his room, saying he'd be right back. Autumn felt the sadness start to creep back in until he came back down holding a pint of ice cream and a spoon. He held them out to her. "Ben and Jerry's Chocolate Fudge Brownie," he said. "My sister's perfect break-up antidote."
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Post by starcrossed on Aug 4, 2008 21:31:50 GMT -5
Chaosti nodded slowly, considering this. He still felt guilty, but agreed that it wouldn't help to dwell on it. A smile crept across his face as he stood up, tugging on Edward's hand to bring him with him. "Come on.. I want to show you something." Chaosti led the way to a back corner of the library, nearly enclosed with bookshelves holding books all covered in a layer of dust. History books and political records of the wizarding world. Chaosti waved a hand to indicate them and said, "These are the most boring books in the world." Turning to face Edward he asked with a little grin, "Do you want to know why you're here?"
Elena raised an eyebrow when Jasper came back with the tub of ice cream and asked, "Should I be worried about you, Jazz?" She smiled a little to show she was joking, then turned to Autumn and said, "Really, hon, I'm sorry. I had no idea. He's never shown any interest in men in all the time I've known him."
[Sorry it took me so long to reply.. I literally slept all day. I couldn't wake up. Denial that summer is coming to an end - senior year starts on the 20th.]
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Post by Sharkbait on Aug 5, 2008 9:27:00 GMT -5
((Wow... Ours doesn't start until Sept. 3rd.. And yeah, I went to bed before you posted because I felt like shit all day. Then slep until about 10 minutes ago..))
Edward looked around, confused. He was amused by Chaosti's enthusiasm, but he had absolutely no clue as to the point behind it. He looked back at Chaosti. "I guess I want to know why you're excited about it more than I want to know why I'm here, but they both amount to the same thing," he said with a grin.
Autumn's eyes widened at the sight of the ice cream. Jasper handed it to her and she took it like it was the most fragile thing in the world. While Autumn was preoccupied, Jasper turned to his girlfriend and smiled. "She wanted to make sure I had a way to help out my friends. And she had a feeling a lot of them would be female," he said. "And don't worry, there's still some for you for when the cravings hit." He leaned down and kissed her cheek. Logan entered the Common Room then, making a beeline for Layali until he saw Autumn. Even with the ice cream, she still had tears streaming down her face. He rushed over, throwing the hood of his cloak back, and looked around at everyone. "What happened? Where's Chaosti?" He knew that Chaosti was always there to comfort Autumn if she was crying, but he wasn't present.
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Post by starcrossed on Aug 5, 2008 9:47:46 GMT -5
[Ugh, lucky! I have to go register for classes day after tomorrow.. Which means organizing my schedule, getting my ID picture taken, and getting my yearbook cap and gown picture taken. Ugh.. Btw, you know at my school we're required to wear our IDs on lanyards around our necks at all times, right? It's ridiculous.]
A mischievous glitter in his eyes, Chaosti explained, "Because these are the most boring books in the world, nobody ever comes back here." He reached out to grab the front of Edward's shirt, dragging him closer to kiss him the way he'd been aching to ever since that night in the forest.
Elena furtively made a "cut it out" motion at her neck in Logan's direction at the mention of Chaosti. Layali winced, trying to think of a delicate way to explain. "Chaosti's.. interests have changed." "Actually, I'd say they share one big interest now," Elena said. Layali shot her a "just shut up and let me do the talking" look.
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Post by Sharkbait on Aug 5, 2008 9:59:01 GMT -5
Edward's grin grew into a smile as Chaosti pulled him closer. "Well, I suppose we need to take advantage of the situation then," he said. He leaned in and pressed his lips to Chaosti's and wrapped his arms around his waist.
Autumn looked up at the sound of Logan's voice, but focused on the ice cream again when he mentioned Chaosti. Jasper started to explain it when Autumn spoke up. "He.... he broke up with me," she said in a small voice. "He what?" Logan growled. He turned to storm out of the Room, but Jasper ran in front of him, placing a hand on his chest and trying to calm him down. "Don't go after him," he said quietly. "It'll only make this worse for her." Logan took a deep breath and nodded. Jasper then proceeded to tell him what happened silently. Logan flinched when it was over. He went over to the back of the couch and put a hand on Autumn's shoulder, his old form of comfort for her.
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Post by starcrossed on Aug 5, 2008 15:16:16 GMT -5
One of Chaosti's hands slid around the back of Edward's neck to tangle in his hair. Chaosti uttered a sound between a sigh and a groan, a sound of happiness and gratification. This was perfect. He'd had no idea before that something was missing, but now that piece had clicked into place, complete.
Layali patted Autumn's knee sympathetically and said, "If there's any way we can help, Autumn, we're here for you."
[Sorry for the shortness and crappiness - being rushed off to the shops for a bit of back-to-school shopping. Ugh.]
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Post by Sharkbait on Aug 5, 2008 15:23:50 GMT -5
((Ugh, that sucks... okay, I'll talk to you later if you survive that.))
Edward continued the kiss until he needed to breathe. He leaned his forehead against Chaosti's and smiled. "Do you realize how long I've been waiting to do that?"
Autumn took Logan's hand and pulled it so that his arm went around her like a security blanket ((You know like Mimi does in Rent with Benny after Roger breaks up with her near the end of "Without You"? Yeah, that's sorta what I'm goin' for...)). She smiled weakly in Layali's direction. "Thanks," she said. "And I do have specific instructions for each of you. Layali, please make sure Logan stays in control of himself. Jasper and Logan... well, mainly Logan, don't hurt him. He really didn't do anything wrong. Elena, don't do anything to harm the baby, but you do still need to tell him. And Jasper, don't let her do anything stupid, okay?" She looked at each person in turn as she spoke to them. Jasper gave a chuckle and nodded. Logan squeezed her hand, knowing that his voice would probably give away his anger at the situation.
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Post by starcrossed on Aug 5, 2008 18:13:35 GMT -5
[Wait.. Does Logan know Elena's pregnant?]
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Post by Sharkbait on Aug 5, 2008 19:14:37 GMT -5
((Uhh... good question. It would kinda make sense that he did if she keeps running off to see Layali... Plus Autumn couldn't keep it secret from him for too long... So yeah. We'll just skip that lecture since the Chaosti one will be more entertaining.))
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Post by starcrossed on Aug 5, 2008 19:50:36 GMT -5
[Lol, true]
Chaosti chuckled lightly and asked, "How long?"
Layali looked at Logan with a smile and said, "You are now under 24-hour vengeance watch." [Y'know, like suicide watch, but not.] Elena pondered this and then said, "Y'know, this might be as good a time to tell him as I'll get. While he's not on his moral high horse.."
[Short and sucky, I know..]
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Post by Sharkbait on Aug 5, 2008 19:55:17 GMT -5
((Eh, I feel too crappy to care if it's short... Oh, have you heard of a show called The Middleman?))
Edward looked sheepish. "Since about the moment I saw you in the gardens," he said.
Logan smiled down at Layali. "Yeah, I figured," he said. "Don't worry. I'll try to be good." Jasper looked at Elena and sighed. "I should probably come with you. I'll hear it in your heads anyway." Autumn stuck a bite of ice cream in her mouth. "I'll just stay here. I think I need to be reacquainted with my turtle shell," she said.
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Post by starcrossed on Aug 5, 2008 20:11:30 GMT -5
Chaosti grinned at him and said, "Really? Since then?" He shook his head in bewilderment and said, "I still don't get it. I mean, this school is pretty notorious for being full to the brim with good-looking people, male and female. But you picked me."
Elena suddenly got a look of alarm and said, "I didn't mean right now. Not right away. Not.. not ever." Layali shot her a look. "That's what death beds are for!" Elena tried to sway them one last time. Finally she sighed and said, "Fine. I know, the sooner I get it over with the better. We could have had a lot of fun betting on how long it would take him to figure it out on his own, and some of us could have won a lot of money, but noooo.."
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Post by Sharkbait on Aug 5, 2008 20:20:16 GMT -5
((Dude, it's so good. It's just about the corniest, dumbest, most brainless thing on TV.... but it's amazing nonetheless. Basically, this wicked sarcastic girl gets recruited to this "temp agency" which turns out to be the headquarters of a supernatural crime fighting guy named The Middleman. I'll get you the link to the preview.))
Edward shrugged, moving a piece of hair out of Chaosti's face. "I think it was your eyes," he said. "Until I saw your drawings, of course. I'm kind of a sucker for artists."
Jasper sat on the armrest behind Elena and wrapped his arms around her. "Don't worry," he said, kissing the top of her head. "Not right now. But soon." Autumn glared in Jasper's direction. "Seriously? PDA? You've got to be the best boyfriend wrapped up in the worst friend ever." Logan gave her an exasperated look. "What? It's true." Jasper reached over and put a hand on her knee. "I'm sorry. I'll try not to do it as often."
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Post by starcrossed on Aug 5, 2008 21:12:50 GMT -5
[Woot!]
Chaosti laughed and said, "And I'm a sucker for complements towards my art."
Elena sighed, putting her arms on top of Jasper's to hold them around her, then looking morosely down at her stomach. She smiled sheepishly at Autumn and said, "Sorry." Layali tilted her head, studying Elena's stomach, and said, "You know... I think you might be starting to show." Elena stared at her for a long moment, face completely blank. Finally she said, voice squeaking, "That's the meanest thing you've ever said to me."
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Post by Sharkbait on Aug 5, 2008 21:19:35 GMT -5
((http://web.mac.com/chaodai/The_Middleman%21/The_TV_Series%21.html It's not the best promo... The episodes are way better than the promo.))
"Well, then I'll just have to compliment it more often, then, won't I?" Edward said with a smirk.
Autumn looked between Elena and Layali before bursting out laughing. "Sorry, delayed reactions always make me laugh," she said, taking another bite of ice cream. "She didn't mean it in a bad way, Elena," Logan said, coming to his girlfriend's defense. "You're still beautiful," Jasper whispered in her ear. "It won't matter if you think you look like a planet, I'll still find you beautiful." Autumn picked up a crumpled piece of paper from the floor, since there was a ton of trash around, and threw it at Jasper's head. "Get a room."
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Post by starcrossed on Aug 5, 2008 21:42:05 GMT -5
"I can think of a couple of other things I wouldn't mind you doing more often," Chaosti said with a grin, leaning in to kiss Edward again.
Layali smiled apologetically and said, "Sorry. But think of it this way - the sooner you get bigger, the sooner the baby will be out, and the sooner you won't have morning sickness any more." Elena thought about this and murmured, "It will be nice to not start the day by sacrificing my stomach contents to the porcelain gods any more."
[That reminds me.. We should come up with some sort of baby plot.]
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Post by Sharkbait on Aug 5, 2008 21:48:09 GMT -5
((Yeah... we do need to come up with a baby plot... And it's gonna need a name and a mage...))
Edward kissed Chaosti back, but soon pulled away. "Wait, you said a couple of things... What else did you mean?"
"And then you will be able to sleep more," Jasper said. "Which is a plus." Autumn sat through the discussion, munching on the ice cream from Jasper until she got a random thought. "Hey, do you guys think nuns look at porn? I mean, they can't have sex, but they can still have some form of release, right?" Both guys looked at her like she was nuts. "Oh, come on. Don't tell me you haven't thought about it. I'm just trying to figure out what the hell I'm gonna do when I'm forced to join a nunnery."
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Post by starcrossed on Aug 5, 2008 22:11:45 GMT -5
[Yeah.. I think it should be a girl, but that's all I know so far.. I was thinking that Elena would probably name her kid after Wilhelmina.. But that's a terrible name. And it would be interesting if the kid started exhibiting its mage while still in the womb.]
Chaosti blinked in confusion, a little dazed from the kiss, then said, "I- I'm not sure what I meant. I don't even really know what.. guys would.. do. I'd never thought about it before."
Layali thought about that seriously for a moment, and then said, "Well, I suppose it would depend on the religious affiliation of the nun. I understand different sects have different rules regarding 'solos'." Elena shook her head and said, "Hon, you're not going to join a nunnery. We'll find you someone else."
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Post by Sharkbait on Aug 5, 2008 22:19:31 GMT -5
((God, please don't name it Nessie... Anything but that. But I know you won't because you hate it too... But yeah, Wilhemina's a sucky name too. Maybe just Mina? I dunno.))
Edward laughed. "Don't worry," he said. "You'll figure it out." He leaned in and kissed Chaosti again.
Autumn gave Elena a weak smile. "Thanks, but I hope that 'we' doesn't include you," she said. "Because you should be caring about that baby of yours. And Jasper damn well better be by your side the entire time." Jasper laughed. "Don't worry, I will be." He leaned down to kiss Elena's cheek. "Autumn, if we really need to, we'd drag you down to a club just to find you someone," Logan said. ((Possible foreshadowing? Anyone? .... Bueller?)) "Thanks, Linus," Autumn said. "But for right now, I'm at the junction of Nunnery Road and Porn Plaza. Seems to be a nice place. Lots of hookers though."
((God... Can you tell I'm tired?))
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Post by starcrossed on Aug 5, 2008 22:29:48 GMT -5
[Eh.. We'll keep 'Mina' on the backburner. I'll have to look up more ideas..]
Chaosti laughed a little nervously before losing himself in the heady sensation of kissing Edward.
Elena frowns and says, "Hey, who says I can't do a little matchmaking instead of just sitting around, waiting for my boobs to sag?" Her eyes light up as she says, clapping her hands together excitedly, "Ohmygod, YES! We need to go out somewhere. I am dying for a couple Yager bombs!" Layali stares at her for a moment, then says, "I'm not the one who's going to have to tell her."
[Btw, Yager bombs? Not so bad. And didn't do a thiiing to me. It was all my brother's doing, I swear. I just didn't turn it down very vehemently.]
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