Eddie: *wanders along, munching away at
a large bag of trail mix. with granola!*
Joshua Coil: *He is apparently already at the Park,
sitting on a bench. His head is slightly lowered, and he holds a folded picture
in his lap, simply looking over it. Such a sad wolf.*
Eddie: *heads toward Josh* hey, sweetie.
what's up? *smiling softly to the poor man*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: The Infiniti M pulls
up into a parking spot outside of the Merchant's Gate, engine purring smoothly.
It quiets down, going to sleep, before the door opens and out steps the young
lawyer. He takes a moment to readjust the coat on his shoulders, runs manicured
fingers through his short blonde hair to set it back into place, and shuts the
door, making his way into the park. The beep of automatic keylocks and an alarm
arming follow him as he enters the paths, walking along.
Joshua Coil: *He looks up, and tucks the picture
back in his pocket.* Nothing. Just visiting an old friend. Hey. How are you?
Eddie: *offers out the food to share*
same chick we ran into the other night? *tilts her head* she looks way different
now. but i know that dog.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: Footfalls along the
path...confident, sure steps take him along. He looks around as he does, coat
sheltering him from the frigid wind as he walks. Dark emeralds watch the
vicinity around him...halting their scan as they settle on Eddie and Joshua. He
alters course, heading that way.
Eddie: urm? *looks over and grins at Troy
cheerfully, head ducking in a polite little nod*
Joshua Coil: *He looks up, and raises his head.
Throat offered.*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He nods to the both
of them as he approaches, acknowledging Eddie's greeting and Joshua's
submission. "Good afternoon." He stops up a few feet short, completing the
circle of their pack, hand withdrawing a Dunhill to place between his lips. "How
are you both today?"
Eddie: i'm good. you? *tilts her head
cheerfully and offers the food to Troy* how's that pretty lady of yours?
Joshua Coil: *He lowers his head.* All is well, sir.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]:
d10: Per+Empathy: 5,2,7,5,1,
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He nods, accepting
the answers. The man is off his game today. "Marie is well, Eddie...thank you
for asking. She is taking it easy over the last few weeks."
Eddie: *grins to Troy* taking it easy?
what's that? *laughs* she's a nice lady. i like her. what've you been up to?
*perches on Josh's bench, watchign him to make sure he doesn't mind*
Joshua Coil: *He doesn't seem to mind. she's family,
after all.*
Eddie: *gives Josh a soft rumble as she
settles back, nibbling her trail mix*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "I have been busy
with work, primarily." The cigarette is lit, a lungful of air sucked in, exhaled
far away from Eddie and Joshua. "And thinking on things involving the three of
us. This is actually a rather fortunate encounter...I was meaning to have us get
together and speak on some matters." He looks around the Park, eyes turning to
spots further inward where they won't be as likely to be overheard. Or perhaps
home...
Eddie: *nods, head tilting* yeah,
talking's good. i miss Laidan. *a soft sigh* and anyone know what happened to
Des?
Joshua Coil: *He shakes his head.* I don't think she
liked me.
Eddie: who, Des? *pats Josh'sshoulder* i
think she just wasnt' used to your steady methods and stuff.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He looks down for a
moment. "I rather miss Laidan, myself," he says. A surprising admission,
perhaps, from the young Royalist, the Silver Fang, to admit that he misses the
Metis. The moment passes quickly. "Desiree is gone, though I do not know where.
I do not believe she was a good fit for us, anyway." He shrugs slightly. "Let us
move further inward. Such things are not for discussion this open. Or, if the
cold is a bit much, my apartment is not far."
Eddie: *nods, rising* i dun mind either
way. *soft chuckle* although if we stay outside, i'd like to grab some hot cider
before we head off.
Joshua Coil: *He nods.* Whatever you think best,
sir, *he says calmly, and stands.*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: A brief thought,
considering. It turns out, in the end, the man who lives in comfort prefers
heat. "My apartment. Less chance of being interrupted." He nods to them both and
turns to head back to his car, leading the way.
Joshua Coil: *He follows, quite calmly. No words.*
Eddie: *nods cheerfully* us two riding, or
walking? *following along cheerfully*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He looks back to
Eddie as he moves along. "Riding, of course." ((And off to DT Residence, guys?))
Eddie: cool. thanks, boss. *grins at Troy*
((*G* meet ya'll there.))
TROY'S APARTMENT
Joshua Coil: ((Heh... back here again in a
different place. SO weird.))
Eddie: ((*L and hugs*))
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: Troy's apartment,
interestingly, is very much different from his office. Where as his office in
the NY County DA's office is simple to the point of being spartan, his condo is
quite lavishly furnished--as befitting a Silver Fang Royalist--without being
gaudy. Everything is done in dark greens and browns. Leather couches, a large
coffee table, several bookshelves...topics range from war philosophy to
political theory to many, many law journals. He seems to be quite the fan of
Victorian literature, as well. Everything's perfectly in place, as it is on
Troy.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: ((Yeah. I remember
one time, I was in one room as Aerin trying to save someone's life, then was in
the same room twenty minutes later trying to kill the same person but it was a
different setting. I was all confoozled. *G*))
Eddie: *looks around with a low whistle*
wow, posh! nice place, Troy.
Eddie: ((*ROTFL!* that must've been
fun, Rav.))
Joshua Coil: *He does not comment on the
positive or negative of the location. He merely nods, and then lowers his head.*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "Thank you, Eddie."
He nods and shuts the door behind them, moving to the kitchen. "Something to
drink? I have tea I can make, if you would like, Eddie...and coffee for you,
Joshua."
Joshua Coil: *He perks up at that.* Yes
sir. Thank you, sir. I shall go prepare that immediately.
Eddie: i'd love a cup of tea. *grins
widely* in fact, i'll happily drink Josh's share of tea in exchange for my share
of coffee. *gives Josh a gentle nudge, teasing lightly*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He nods to Joshua,
allowing him to go make the coffee. Meanwhile, he moves to the bar to make
himself a vodka tonic, beginning to speak as he makes the drink. "I have spoken
with Craven about the Blackwood School. You both received this information that
his pack member Kesley sent to us about the school itself?"
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: ((THE information,
not this information))
Eddie: *nods* yeah, i have. other than
trying to talk classier and dressing up to go talk to the principal about maybe
presigning baby here......*shrugs*not sure how my skills can best be used.
Joshua Coil: *He puts the pot on as well,
and sets up the coffee maker. As long as it's easy to deal with, really. He
listens, however.* I did not recieve the information, no, sir.
Joshua Coil: ((DLP))
Joshua Coil: Yes sir, *he says softly. He
looks over to Eddie.*
Eddie: *smiles a bit to Josh* you got any
ideas? *tilts her head*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He nods a little bit
to Eddie. "After speaking with Craven-rhya, we have decided that we as two packs
simply do not have the resources to attempt a full assault. According to Ingvar,
there are almost 300 people at the school...and based on conversations with Miss
Becker, we can estimate that maybe twnety to twenty-five percent of the students
are corrupt. It presents a problem of rather frustrating proportions."
Joshua Coil: Cut off the head, the snake
will die. I recommend infiltration of the school itself. Floor plans are
definitely required, as I am sure they are not entirely complete. Hidden doors,
walls, rooms. The wyrm is tricky. either as a teacher or student. Someone who
can shift and protect. And who is also tricky.
Joshua Coil: *He looks over to Troy.*
Could the Theurges not gather and cleanse the entire thing, sir?
Eddie: *nods slowly, pursing her lips*
so...maybe we could find a youngish Raggie to go in there? in which case, imight
work as an older sister with custody of siad person. putting him or her into the
school because, since the folks died tragically, i just can't cope with the
discipline problems? *arches an eyebrow*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "Cleansing that much
would be highly problematic. We would need far too many Theurges, I think. And
this must be done quietly...we cannot risk the Veil. Remember that many of the
individuals in the school have no idea what is going on."
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "The current
agreement that has been reached is that Craven will be sending a kinfolk allied
with his pack, Rachael Chambers, into the school to infiltrate. A Trueborn will
be picked up on immediately...kinfolk, much less likely." His expression grim,
but calm.
Joshua Coil: We could assume, however,
that the teachers are involved. Perhaps... we could begin replacing the teachers
with our own men. I know... my tribe would be more than willing. Slowly enough
that neither Wyrm nor normal people pick up on it? Perhaps create some sort of
controversy that forces them out.
Eddie: *frowns as she thinks*
Troy....corruption on this scale.....d'you think it's got a single major source?
like a corrupted Caern?
Eddie: sex scandal might work on that
score, Josh. but, we'd have to find students willing to come out. and then, come
out all at once, publically instead of approaching the staff.
Joshua Coil: Watergate was solved with a
single unknown source, *he says to Eddie. Start a rumour, you could rule the
world. The word of the press is powerful.
Eddie: *nods slowly at Josh, lips pursed
as she thinks. absently planting herself on a seat*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "It is...possible, I
suppose," he says to Eddie, nodding a little. "The problem seems to have come
from the headmaster, Nicholas Crane. It's always possible the school has a Caern
under it, and Crane found it...the tunnels may lend credence to such a theory."
He nods to Joshua. "Controversy is a possibility. I had hoped to use my legal
influence to pull some strings but recent scandals within the New York Police
Department and the Justice System have made such a matter difficult at best."
Eddie: *nods to Troy slowly* so...maybe
we should figure out who's small, sneaky, and willing to get in, check it out,
and get out? particularly the tunnels.
Joshua Coil: There are Ragabashes around,
though I believe most are packed. I spoke to one, a Fury, I believe.
Eddie: packed dun hurt, especially if the
Totem involved is willing and able to keep the infiltrator connected to the rest
of the pack.
Joshua Coil: ((Gah, must take dog out...
BRB))
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He nods a little bit.
"Something to consider, once Miss Chambers has given us information regarding
the inside of the school...particularly if she can give us the location of where
the entrance to the tunnels is. Otherwise, it is too risky of a proposition to
wander the grounds, looking for the way in."
Eddie: *nods firmly* oh, heck yeah. too
bad, though, that we dunno a...a Mole Spirit or something willint to help us
out. i mean, moles live underground. surley something like that would be able to
help us figure out where the tunnels are exactly, ya know?
Joshua Coil: Spiders, *he says calmly.*
Tea is ready - how do you take yours?
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "Of course." He nods
to Eddie. "Unfortunately, with our Theurge gone, we find
ourselves...problematic, on that end. While I can speak with the spirits, I do
not have the tact dealing with them that Laidan did. For now, I believe, we are
too weakened to provide very much help in this situation, though Craven is
keeping us in the loop via myself. I think it may be a good idea for us to forge
stronger ties with the Dark Elements, as it can only foster a better working
relationship with them."
Eddie: *nods* yeah. i agree.
Joshua Coil: What you think best, Sir. I
could speak to my Tribe Elder and see if he could get us in contact with some of
the web-travelers.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "If he would be
willing to do so, Joshua, that would be most appreciated." He nods a little bit.
"For now, I believe we should attempt to rebuild ourselves a little. With Laidan
on her extended absence, Eddie, you shall be the acting Beta. I think it would
be a good idea for us to start seeking others who may wish to join with our Pack
and our purpose of Unity."
Eddie: *blinks. several times. a faint
blush* um...ok, boss? *and then sighs faintly* i...have a suggestion against
someone. *pretty face falling* much as i like her, and care for her.
Joshua Coil: *He looks over to Eddie,
almost curiously.*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He looks over to
Eddie, a brow quirking. "By all means."
Eddie: *sighs softly, toying with her
sleeve* Kristina. love her to death. but i dun think she'd fit into our group,
if the pack she's trying to get up falls through. she's got soem issues. like i
dun think she'd be that comfortable with a man in charge. she's a Philo, but
sometimes she acts like a stereotypical Ahroun. *nods to Josh a bit* which you
aren't, although you're a damn good Ahroun. and she might have a tendency to
form attachments that may not be the best idea in important sorts of ways.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He nods slightly. "As
I understand it, Miss Stevens is already in the process of forming a pack with
those she went through her Rite of Passage with, so I don't see a difficulty
with her not joining with us." A brief pause, looking at her in regards to that
last sentance. "There is nothing for the Sept to be concerned about, I hope?"
Eddie: i think most of the peeps i know
these days are either packed, or have started looking into forming a pack
already, with people. *purses her lips* so, maybe we should see if any of the
proto-packs would maybe care to join up with us?
Joshua Coil: ((Jaccobs is her last name.))
*He shakes his head slightly.* It is a shame Izzy isn't around.
Eddie: i'm assured there isn't a problem
the Sept needs to worry about. although i'd like to kinda keep my eye on it. you
recall Lai and the person who doesn't have a name anymore, yes? *arches a brow*
nothing like that's going on,yet, though. but it's something i, personally, am
gonna try and keep my eyes open for. however, to make it perfectly
clear--nothing that needs punishing has happened. *looks both men directly in
the eye for a moment, utterly serius* nothing at all.
Eddie: *nods* i liked her. or Discard.
she's cool, too. so's Warren. and all three are AOL.
Eddie: ((*adds the W where it goes*))
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: ((Whoops. Sorry, I
know a Kristina Stevens OOC. :P)) His eyes narrow a little bit, but he nods. "I
see. I leave it in your hands, Eddie...and trust you will know when it is time
to bring it forward."
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: ((They're AOL? Those
poor bastards! *G*))
Eddie: ((*LOL!* yes. heh, i threw away 2
AOL CDRoms today,myself. although, glue some funfoam on the bottom and they make
GREAT coasters....)) *nods soberly* and i'm hoping i won't ever need to bring it
forward. *sighs* i'll do what i have to, of course. but that dun mean i can't
hope.
Eddie: anyhow--if her pack ends up not
happening, it's mostly the male-specific issues i'd recommend against in her
case. unless she can prove she can work with, and take orders from, males. i
dunno Meg or....Jennifer, i think her name is. there'sanother one, an Ewan.
dunno much about him either, 'cept that he's gotten himself in a bit of trouble
so far. *wry grin*
Joshua Coil: Meg is a good person, *he
says calmly.* Young, but not ... lacking in knowledge as Desiree was.
Eddie: *nods to Josh* i'll trust your
judgement on that one, since i haven't met her really. seen her,though, when
they all were getting ready to go off on their Rite.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He nods a little, his
face taking an instant, deep frown at mention of Ewan. The Alpha is not a fan.
"What other...proto-packs, as you put it, are there? I know there is Mercury
Blood Moon and Natasha Carter. Do you two know them well?"
Eddie: *notes that look with a lifted
brow. not a good candiate, Ewan, then* i know Merc pretty well. he rocks. dunno
Natasha, though. if you want, i can try to get up with Merc and see how their
packing's going.
Joshua Coil: *His eyes widen.* Mercury is
a good man.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "I am quite the
fan of Mercury, myself. I confess to not knowing Natasha well, either...I know
she is Uktena, and the mother to a couple children. She seems quite reasonable,
from what I have seen of her. They may be an excellent fit for our pack. I think
we should attempt to find out who their packing proceeds, and if they would be
willing to combine with us."
Eddie: *nods cheerfully* i'll see if i can
get Merc on the line or something, then. mmm, Troy, may i use your bathroom,
please? *a wry grin* speaking of children,mine's dancing again. ((may we pause
for a few? mom's home, dinner, yadda yadda....))
Eddie: ((or at least *L* have Eddie go do
her thing while the gentlemen speak of manly things.))
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: ((I can pause,
sure.))
Eddie: ((bbasap, i hope.))
Eddie: *and toddles out of the bathroom,
looking rather relived*
Joshua Coil: I'll find this... Natasha Carter.
Eddie: *nods cheerfully* so, should we
offer the option of maybe joining up, you think? right out, i mean.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He looks to Eddie as
she comes out of the bathroom, and then nods to Joshua. "Excellent. I have
spoken with her breifly...I met her through Mercury, I believe it was at the
time, no surprise."
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "Depending on how
amenable they are to it, I do not see why not."
Eddie: *grins* excellent. they looking to
pack with just each other? anyone know who else might be involved?
Joshua Coil: We shall find out, *he says with a
calm, decided nod.*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "As you say," he
intones to Joshua.
Eddie: *grins* yep. i'll leave a message
with Merc tonight, if i can't get up with him. Josh, want me to mention that
you'd like to chat with Natasha when i do talk to him? unless you get up with
her first.
Joshua Coil: *He looks over to Troy, and he
lowers his head.* I apologize for being presumptuous, sir. *No responses to
Eddie until he is sure all is all right.*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "No apology
necessary," he says with a wave of his hand...a slight upward quirk of lips. "I
was agreeing with you, Joshua."
Eddie: *chuckles softly, looking between
her packmates* hey--we're gonna do a cookout thing soon, i think. need to pin
down Liam for when exactly. you guys are both welcome, with dates.
Joshua Coil: *He looks to Eddie.* I thought we could
both speak with them at the same time. To save us some time. We must do this
quickly.
Eddie: *nods to Josh* that's a good idea.
so, why not i tell Merc that you and i'd like to talk to both he and Natasha?
and anyone else they might be contemplating packign with? *tilts her head* Troy,
you wanting to be there, too?
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "Speed is of the
essence, no argument." He nods to Joshua, and looks in Eddie's direction. "Let
me know when, Eddie. Marie and I will be there."
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "I think it would be
a good idea, if we could all five sit down and discuss the issue, yes."
Eddie: *nods to Troy, giving him a
cheerful salute* aye, aye captain on both counts. *laughs softly*
Eddie: mmm, mind if i go ahead and call
him? *tilts her head as she blinks to Troy* better now than never, after all!
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He smiles faintly and
nods. "Is there any other business that should be brought to the table? Things
that perhaps we need to be aware of, or that we can aid in?"
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "By all means,
Eddie, go ahead."
Eddie: only other thing is a future one i
thinnk i'd like to request the pack's aid and support in, Troy. *chuckles
softly* i'd like to try and convince a spirit to come hang out at the farm. but
that's not something i'm ready for yet anyway. *fingering her phone*
Joshua Coil: *He pauses, and reaches into his
pocket. And unfolds the picture. He lays it down. The red marker circled face.*
This is... a man who tried to kill a friend of mine, we believe. It's all I have
going. The model killer.
Eddie: thanks! *and so, she calls Merc up*
Eddie: *leans over to look at the pic
carefully*
Eddie: *blinks happily and keeps her voice
down a bit* yo, Merc. got a question for ya....i hear you and a couple of peeps
are looking into packing up. how's that going?
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He moves over to look
down at the picture, looking over the face that's circled. "This is the serial
killer that has been loose on the city?"
Eddie: i dunno Ehmmion or Snowfoot. you
think you and Natasha might be willing to consider joining an established pack?
at least to talk about it and all. if those other folks you mentioned can be
found at some point, maybe them too.
Joshua Coil: *He nods at that.* I just ... got the
picture today.
Eddie: *peers still at the picture,
trying to figure if she'sseen that face before*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He looks over the
picture, eyes taking in the details. "There is word that the killer may have
been found dead...I have seen no pictures, though, and do not know if this is
the right man. I will see what I can dig up."
Eddie: nope, neither of those Tribes are
represented int he pack so far. so, when you hook up with Natasha again, gimme a
call? or Josh, or Troy? we'd all like to get together, as a group, with the both
of you,and talk it out. *happily*
Eddie: i know what you mean, Merc.
*chuckles* and awesome. hey, whether or not she does want to hook up, maybe her
kids and mine can play together sometime. it'd be cool all the way around.
Eddie: *shakes her head slightly at the
picture, giving Josh a mournful face--she doesn't recognize the person*
Eddie: *laughs softly and rolls her eyes,
making a kissy sound back* take care, sweetie. can hardly wait to hear back. be
safe, and don't get into too much trouble without me. *and quietly hangs up.
grins to Josh and Troy* he sounds like he likes the idea. says he's going to
grab Natasha and see what she thinks, and he'll get up with one of us as soon as
he does.
Joshua Coil: *He nods.* Good. I like Mercury.
Eddie: *nods* so do i. he's a good one.
fiesty, but solid. *chuckles*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "Excellent." He
nods a little bit, his own opinion of Mercury seeming to mirror the other's. The
man's mood seems surprisingly upbeat for him...things are starting to look up
after this meeting, after all. "Then we are well on track again."
Eddie: *nods happily* sounds like it,
anyway.
Eddie: so...*tilts her head* what else on
the agenda for today? *blinking between the guys*
Joshua Coil: *He looks to Troy. Apparently he's not
sure.*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "I had nothing else."
He takes his drink, untouched until now, and moves to take a seat. "Merely that
short amount of business to go over."
Eddie: important biz, though. *nods
slowly*
Eddie: i wish i knew who that guy was,
Josh. *apologetic* i just dun recall him at all.
Joshua Coil: It's all right. I have ... *He pauses.*
We. Have something to go on now.
Eddie: *nods, smiling softly* yeah, we do.
more than we had at first, right?
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "It is a start," he
agrees.
Joshua Coil: When do we meet with Mercury?
Eddie: soon's he can get up with Natasha
and get back to us. *chuckles softly* he said he thought she was out and about
with her kids today, somewhere.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He nods. "So soon,
then...excellent." He seems quite optimistic over the whole idea...if, of
course, guardedly so.
Eddie: i hope so, yeah. *grins to the
guys* i hope they do and it all works out. hey--what do we have to do,
specifically, if they do join up? go find Eagle again and see if he agrees to
them as well as us? hmmm, and if so, is it safe for me to go into the Umbra just
now?
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "We would need to go
into the Umbra and call to Eagle, yes, Eddie. Though it would not be the journey
it was before...so I imagine your entering the Umbra would be fine. We would not
be going on a quest like before."
Eddie: *nods slowly* won't make baby,
like, pop out too early or anything, i hope. *chuckels softly* i tell you truely,
though--i MISS shifting right now. *sighs softly* didn't realize how much a part
of me it was until it got unsafe for me to do it.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "No, you will be
fine, Eddie."
Joshua Coil: *he nods.* I'm sure you will. *He looks
back up, and finally... FINALLY remembers his coffee.*
Eddie: *grins* ok, cool deal.
Eddie: *she sips her tea. good and strong,
like she likes it* hey, when we do meet with 'em....we could meet at teh
farmhouse if you guys wanted to? her kids, if she has to bring them, could maybe
meet mine and hang out. it's quiet, and relaxing. i really think the trees make
it more relaxing. *chuckles*
Joshua Coil: *He looks over to Eddie.* She... I'm
not sure if it's... still there. I believe it was sold.
Eddie: *smiles soflty* i mean my farm.
Joshua Coil: Oh, *he says, and he frowns. He shakes
his head.* I'm ... I mean. Sorry. I forgot.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He raises an
eyebrow...farmhouse? Sold? A little shrug. "The farm house would work."
Eddie: i'm always happy for company.
Eddie: *smiels warmly to Josh* s'ok, hon.
i got ya.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He looks between
the two of them. "So, then. Business is concluded for the day." He nods,
satisfied with the outcome of the meeting.
Eddie: *nods happily and finishes off her
tea* seems like it. i'm glad we all hooked up together today. ya know? we might
want to seriously think about meeting up on purpose more often. keep track of
our goings-on and all of that.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He nods. "An
excellent idea. I'm thinking that we should schedule regular meetings...perhaps
here, or another place where we could gather and discuss."
Eddie: *nods* my place is always open. in
good weather, park'd probably be good, too.
Joshua Coil: *He nods.* A very good idea, sir. I
find myself missing family company.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "I would prefer an
indoor or more secluded location, where others cannot come and eavesdrop. But
yes, your home would work if mine is not possible, Eddie."
Eddie: *nods cheerfully* good deal. so,
when're we meeting up next time? or wait until we grab Merc and Natasha, and
that'll be the next one?
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "Let's see what
happens with Mercury and Natasha, and meet up with them as soon as possible.
We'll set a date for the next one after that."
Joshua Coil: I am purchasing a town house, Sir.
While its location is nearer Queens than here, it might be beneficial as well.
Eddie: *nods* sounds good to me. *grins at
Josh* congrats!
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "Excellent," he says
to Joshua, approvingly. "Then we have a variety of options."
Joshua Coil: Well... if I am to one day raise a
family... we shall need more room. *He shrugs.* The... apartment wasn't right.
I... wanted something else to offer.
Eddie: *smiles softly* good call, sweetie.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He merely nods to that.
Joshua Coil: *He crosses his arms slightly.* I
don't... know what will come of it. *He looks over to Troy.* If I were to have
children with her, I do not know what they would be. But I can attempt to create
more warriors of Gaia.
Eddie: *smiles softly* even if they aren't
Garou, any kids you help make are gonna be special.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He looks to Joshua,
an eyebrow raised. Apparently, it hasn't been quite realized that Joshua was
actually DATING the woman. That perhaps it was a simple social engagement.
"Ahh." There's the moment of revelation. "Your personal relations are your
business, Joshua. I leavce it to you." Neither approval nor even really
disapproval there. Maybe a bit of wariness.
Joshua Coil: *He nods.* Yes sir. I will... make
sure that such a relationship will not breed some sort of oddity.
Eddie: *a slight smile, dual eyes warm.
hey--it's not another Garou he'swith. and Reyna's cool*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: A brief nod, and the
matter is passed. He looks to Eddie. "How are Liam and the children doing?"
Eddie: *chuckles* Liam's wonderful. *a
faint blush. happily, no details* Miette's gettign sassier, and the other kids
are slowly coming out of their shells. i'm starting to take them around with
justme and one of them at a time.
Joshua Coil: *He nods, and moves back to his coffee,
keeping his head lowered.*
Joshua Coil: They are good kids, *he says, with a
slight grunt.* They made me cards for Valentine's day.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "Wonderful." He nods
to them both, smiling a little bit. Faint, but warm. "I am glad they are well."
Eddie: *grins* figured out what Miette
drew for you yet? if you have, please tell me. i have NO clue. *chuckles softly
to Troy* Sal can read pretty decent now. she's picked it up the fastest.
Joshua Coil: *He frowns.* I thought it was a cat.
Eddie: *giggles* could be. i seriously
can't tell. but it's really colorful!
Joshua Coil: *He nods.* A purple, orange and blue
cat.
Eddie: *chuckles softly* maybe i should
buy a book on the evil little monsters to show her. although i dunno if it'd
work--she drew a picture last night and told me proudly that it was a dog. i've
never seen a safety orange dog before. nor have i seen one with a tail as fat
around as its head. *grins*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He smiles, enjoying
the banter between Joshua and Eddie.
Joshua Coil: Well, everyone has their imagination.
She is a good child, even if she does try to feed me pre-chewed cookies.
Eddie: *laughs* hey--she's sharing. that's
something to be encouraged. *gives Troy an impish grin* wait until she starts
trying to feed YOU prechewed cookies. or mud pies. she made one for Lai once.
that was a trip.
Joshua Coil: *He looks over to Troy.* Do not eat
anything the little one hands you, Sir.
Eddie: *laughs* just pretend to eat it and
set it down when she's not looking.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: A chuckle comes from
the man, nodding as he sips his drink. "I'll be sure to remember that. Though
I'm sure there is some legal precedent I am losing because of said information."
A rare joke from the man. The Apocalypse is truly nigh.
Eddie: *chortles* just think of it as
forewarned is forearmed.
Joshua Coil: Even the defense lawyer is privy to all
information, correct? *he says, with a somber nod.*
Eddie: *giggles and nods to Josh* exactly.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "Excellent point." He
smirks faintly. "In the case of the People vs. Miette's cooking, I plan to come
out ahead."
Eddie: *grins wickedly* just imagine when
she's old enough to really cook. and i start teaching her.
Joshua Coil: *His eyes widen slightly. Perhaps
fearfully.* You can cook, Eddie?
Eddie: *laughs* it's a Gift. *winks
cheerfully at Josh* unfortunately--my normal cooking tastes worse.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "I suppose, then,
that the Beta will not be cooking the meals for the pack get-togethers." He
chuckles again, relaxing a little into the couch.
Joshua Coil: I can't cook either, sir, *he says
apologetically.*
Eddie: *grins widely* i can.just bring
your Tums. *laughs softly* actaully, i can cook a couple of very simple things.
but the Kin who are kind enough to come out and help some do a lot of the
cooking. they teach me some, but Am's turning out to be a fair hand in the
kitchen. i do keepmy eye on him, though, in case of accidents. he seems to
really like it.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "No matter. I can." A
surprising revelation, perhaps. Yes, the high-born Silver Fang can cook.
Joshua Coil: *And yes. He does indeed look
surprised.*
Eddie: *blinks* you can? *tilts her
head* you cook spicy stuff? *grins widely*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "Not typically," he
says with a shake of his head. "Just fairly standard meals. I'm a touch out of
practice, but I'm sure I remember the basics."
Joshua Coil: I will learn, sir, to accomodate so you
do not have to work for us. Or we can simply call for delivery.
Eddie: well,it'smore than i do. *chuckles*
Josh, it was you who got to hear Sal asking me to please not cook anything,
right? *grins* i can always bring tabasco, anyway. *a playful wink* if i can
stop Miette from drinking the stuff. child will try anything. several times.
Joshua Coil: Remind me when she hits her teenage
years, if I am still alive, to keep her locked indoors, *he says officially,
with Eddie's words.*
Eddie: *chuckles* tell me about it.
*shakes her head ruefully* tell you both truthfully--i am NOT looking forward to
them getting old enough that peeps will start looking at them as pure breeding
material. i want them all to be able to do things, whatever they like and have
the kanck for. not just end up doing exactly why they were captured for.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: ((*beats his
browser*))
Eddie: ((*offers the Stick of Browser
Discipline*))
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He nods to Eddie's
words. "And, with us there to help you, they will be able to do such."
Eddie: *smiles warmly, eyes soft* thank
you, Troy.
Joshua Coil: *He nods.* Since... we are done here,
sir, might I get home? I still have packing to do.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "By all means,
Joshua. I should go myself, and see Marie."
Joshua Coil: *He nods, slightly, and looks over
his shoulder slightly. Back to Eddie.* Tell the kids I say hello. I will... I
will see you both later. *It is clearly killing him to leave first.*
Eddie: and i should get home to the kids
and Liam. *chuckles softly, rising* thank you, Troy. we'll see each other again
right soon. *grins*
Eddie: oh, Josh--if you need boxes, come
by the house. i got bunches. *smiles warmly. and steps toward the door first, to
spare Josh the anguish*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: Well, he's certainly
not leaving last...it's his house. He rises and nods to them both. "Good
evening, both of you. Be well."
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: ((Well, Joshua's
certainly not leaving last...it's Troy's house. Damn multiple pronouns.))
Eddie: *gives Troy a cheerful wave and
hums her way out, a bounce to her step*
Joshua Coil: ((Well... mainly meant after Eddie...
*L*)) *And relieved, he follows Eddie.* Good night, sir.
Eddie: ((*hugs tightly* thanks guys.
*G* much fun!! and stuff decided on!))
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "Good night." He
shuts the door after them.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: ((Thanks for the
scene! WOOO! Pack stuff ACCOMPLISHED! *Hugs tight*))