"Ok guys, remember the rules: Stay with the group at ALL times and don't wander off. Act as if you're a regular human when we enter any place of civilization. And most importantly, do not look at anyone or talk to anyone, unless of the up-most importance."
The group gave her slight nods, and they departed the village, walking at a steady pace.
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After about 2 days of traveling, the group reached a city full of glittering skyscrapers. Arianne turned to the group saying, "Everyone split up. Each person will be paired with one other."
Couple going to the Park:
Lucia
Kayden
Couple going to the Mall:
Micayla
Jace
Couple going to the Bank:
John
Jonah
Couple going to the restaurants:
Arianne
Rowan
Couple going to the City Headquarters:
Terra
Blaine
Blaine and Terra started complaining after Arianne arranged the "groups". Arianne hissed, "You guys need to learn how to cooperate with one another. Understood?"
Blaine and Terra glared at each other, giving small nods.
Rowan announced to the group, "Everyone report back here in about 1 1/2 hours. Remember to watch out for any Hunters and/or humans carrying weapons."
(Ok...time to comment. I guess you guys can comment about you going to your assigned place, and possibly some trouble happening. Like...fighting, conflicts, and of course...Hunters.)
Blaine walked next to Terra slowly. "So, City Headquarters hm? Let's go. We don't have that much time."
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Arianne looked at Rowan longingly. "Hopefully everyone manages. Ok, so which restaurant first?"
~**Arianne**~
Terra nodded. "Yeah. Let's just hope the security is taking a break when we get there." She breathed out a sigh, then broke into a run.
ReplyDeleteRowan shrugged. "We can work our way starting the one closest to here and work our way down."
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Blaine followed with a sigh. When they finally reached the glass building teeming with people bustling around, he sighed yet again. "How are we going to blend in with them? They're dressed so...professionally." He indicated to the human beings who were dressed in formal black and white clothing.
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"Good idea." She walked down the street, arriving at McDonald's. Arianne held the door open for Rowan as he walked inside.
~**Arianne**~
Terra frowned. "We're going to need suits. And I might just have to wear a skirt..." She grimaced. "Do you know any clothing stores close to here?"
ReplyDeleteRowan took a look around at the tables, glancing quickly up at the menu. "Not much here..."
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Blaine groaned. "Nope. I guess we're gonna have to look for one." He started off in one direction, heading towards a shop called 'Calvin Klein'.
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Arianne nodded. "On to the next restaurant, I guess."
~**Arianne**~
Terra hesitated, then followed him into the shop. She took one look around and immediately wanted to go back out. "Er...are you sure you don't want to go somewhere else...?"
ReplyDeleteRowan led the way out, heading to a restaurant near the corner. He looked up at the green sign, stating: Applebee's. "Umm...Wanna try here?"
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Blaine turned, a dark scowl on his face. "I know this isn't our 'style', but we need to blend in. C'mon. Go try this on." He handed her a white collared shirt and a straight black skirt.
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Arianne glanced at the name, a laugh crawling up her throat. "What kind of name is that?" She laughed as they entered. She looked around, until she spotted a waitress glaring at her. Arianne prodded Rowan's elbow, indicating towards the waitress.
~**Arianne**~
Terra had a on look of disgust. "Fine, whatever." She took the outfit from Blaine's hands and made way for the dressing rooms. A few minutes later, she came out, wearing the business-like clothing, her eyes still lingering with objection.
ReplyDeleteRowan looked in the direction Arianne was pointing, and bit the corner of his lip. "How could they have known we were coming...?" he hissed under his breath.
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Blaine walked out from his dressing room stall in a crisp shirt and die. "I hate this...he growled. Let's go." He grabbed Terra's wrist and quickly walked outside, back to the City Headquarters entrance.
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Arianne regained her composure, and walked up to the waitress. "Table for two, please." The waitress nodded firmly, leading them towards a table.
~**Arianne**~
(LOL. 'Crisp shirt and die')
ReplyDeleteTerra twisted her hand free, opening the door and heading in. She glanced back at Blaine, motion toward the front desk.
Rowan sat down at the table tentatively, giving a slight nod to the waitress. He scanned the room for people, and came across just three. "Great," he muttered. "Once those are out, I bet they're going to launch an attack or something."
Terraxx & Rowanxx
(oops...heh. "She glanced back at Blaine, motion)
ReplyDeleteBlaine walked up to the front desk, resting his hands gently on the counter. "Top floor please." The man grunted. "Only Hunter officials can enter there."
Blaine sighed, turning around and grabbing Terra's hand yet again. He led her towards the sitting area, and sat down. He let go, and rested his head in between his legs. "I think we need to sneak in now. There's no other choice."
~**Blaine**~
Arianne scowled. "Just...try to act normal, kay?"
~**Arianne**~
(Ah shoot.)
ReplyDeleteTerra turned toward the elevators, where security was placed. "We can't use the elevators, that's for sure. And I don't think going up the stairs would be a good idea...Someone could pass us. And ask for ID or something."
Rowan shot a glare back. "Like that'll be hard."
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(LOL)
ReplyDeleteBlaine whispered, "How about we just sneak in?"
~**Blaine**~
Arianne sighed. "WELL WHAT DO YOU SUGGEST WE DO?!"
~**Arianne**~
Terra shrugged. "That's what I was saying. But from where...?"
ReplyDeleteRowan hissed at her. "Lower your voice!" The same waitress came to their table, asking what they wanted.
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Blaine looked around the place, and noticed a map of the building. He motioned her towards it. "Look. There's a pipe system. We could secretly transform and enter through there. We HAVE to transform or else we can't fit."
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Arianne muttered, "Sorry. I'll just have water."
The waitress grinned. "Wrong answer."
Arianne cocked her head to the side in confusion. Suddenly, the waitress produced a needle. "Hello Arianne. I recognize you from the Hunter Labratory."
~**Arianne**~
Terra nodded. "Where's the closest entrance?" She peered at the map.
ReplyDeleteRowan's eyes flashed angrily, and he almost transformed. He stayed seated, not wanting to give away his identity.
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Lucia sighed as she was paired with Kayden, but didn't complain. It's not that she didn't like him, it's just that she barely knew him. Lucia took the lead as they started walking towards the park and then walk in step with Kayden.
ReplyDelete"So, got a plan?" She asked hopefully.
Jonah grinned at John as they were paired together and then walked over to him. Jonah gave him a quick high-five and looked around. "You got any idea where the bank is?" He asked, his eyes still skimming the large city.
Blaine groaned. "The restrooms," Without another word, he crept into the girls' restroom, and entered a stall. "You better not tell anyone about this." He climbed onto a toilet, removed a air chute "door", and climbed in.
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Arianne's eyes widened. "W-What is that?" The waitress grinned. "The Hunters have come up with a solution to the serum they gave you. Now you can be human, like us."
~**Arianne**~
Terra grinned mischievously. "I'll try not to." She crawled in after him, closing the vent.
ReplyDeleteRowan's eyes narrowed. He got out of his chair, grabbed the serum, gripped it between his teeth, and spilled the liquid out.
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Blaine transformed into Absol, quickly zig-zagging in the air vent.
ReplyDelete~**Blaine**~
The waitress smiled, and sighed. "Silly little boy. You do know that we have much much more needles coming along?"
~**...Waitress**~
Terra transformed, following closely behind. She made sure not to give off much noise, not wanting to alert the security.
ReplyDeleteRowan spat out the plastic tube. "And yet, you still won't be able to get to any of us."
Terraxx & Rowanxx
Went the two finally reached the top floor, Blaine slowly exited the air chute in human form. He whispered, "Now follow me quietly, and try not to create any noise."
ReplyDeleteHe walked along a gloomy corridor, then arrived at a large window. He peeked from below it, looking inside at the businessmen holding a meeting.
~**Blaine**~
The waitress sighed. "Just wait until you see our plan evolve into death itself. Well, in your case that is. Now get out of here. No one wants you here. Remember, I warned you."
Arianne walked out, not even turning back to see if Rowan followed. She sat down on the cement outside, the wind ruffling her purple hair.
~**Arianne**~
Arianne watched the meeting carefully. A businessman was standing up, addressing the rest. "All of you have heard of those...abnormal creatures found in the city, correct?" The workers nodded. "The factories have been making serums, to turn these creatures into dignified human beings. Ones that won't oppose a threat to us."
ReplyDeleteRowan leaned on one of the poles next to the restaurant. A few minutes passed, and he suppressed a sigh. "Let's go. We have to get to the other restaurants."
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Blaine growled, seeing Chandra enter the meeting. "Gentleman, please. Don't be silly. After we inject the serum, we either kill or keep them as prisoners. The serum was invented just so that battling them will be easier."
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Arianne sighed. "Rowan, I'm scared. What if they manage to inject me with that...serum? I'll be betraying all of you guys."
~**Arianne**~
Terra's eyes were full of hatred as the meeting continued. The first businessman looked back at her calmly. "Whatever you say. Meeting adjourned."
ReplyDeleteRowan stifled a laugh. "You really think we're going to let that happen to you, let alone every single one of us? We're standing together as a team. We won't let one of our members fall."
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Blaine sighed. "We'd better get out of here. I think we should just...wander around the city, I guess. Nothing else to do. And we meet back together in 1 more hour."
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Arianne broke into a sob.
~**Arianne**~
Terra nodded. "Yeah. She glanced down at her clothing. "And the sooner the better. We don't need Chandra noticing us. And I'd really like to get out of this...so called clothing."
ReplyDeleteRowan found a seat next to her on the curb, unsure of what to do. "Don't worry. It's going to work out in the end."
Terraxx & Rowanxx
Blaine sighed. "I agree. Let's go change."
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A moment later, the two met up at an outlet, changed back into their regular clothes. "What do you suppose we do?"
~**Blaine**~
Arianne continued to cry, tears streaming down her wet face like a river. "I should just take the serum, turn into a human, and run away from here."
~**Arianne**~
Terra shrugged. "I bet the others aren't back yet, so going to the place we were supposed to meet isn't a choice." She looked around at the buildings. "I really don't care otherwise."
ReplyDeleteRowan shook his head. "Don't say that. The more people we have on our side, the better. Especially with what Chandra has in store."
Terraxx & Rowanxx
Blaine looked at her with curiosity. "So, why are you being so nice to me now?"
ReplyDelete~**Blaine**~
Arianne hid her face behind her hair, not saying anything.
~**Arianne**~
Terra rose an eyebrow. "I am? I'm being myself; What are you talking about?"
ReplyDeleteRowan sighed. He waited a few minutes, then stood up, offering Arianne a hand. "Ready to go?"
Terraxx & Rowanxx
Blaine smiled. "Our little fight. Remember that? I thought you hated me."
ReplyDelete~**Blaine**~
Arianne whispered, "Go. You go by yourself."
~**Arianne**~
Terra shrugged. "I could say the same for you."
ReplyDeleteRowan shook his head. "I can't. If I find another Hunter..."
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Blaine sighed. "How'd you find out that you were...um. Special?"
ReplyDelete(Blaine just keeps on sighing, doesn't he? xD)
~**Blaine**~
Arianne groaned, getting up. "Hold my hand."
~**Arianne**~
(Mmhmm)
ReplyDeleteTerra glanced down at the floor. "I, um, accidentally tapped into my Umbreon form while fighting with my dad..."
Rowan hesitated, but couldn't object. Not when he needed a partner. He led her to the nearest restaurant, hoping that it was empty.
Terraxx & Rowanxx
Blaine looked down. "Oh..."
ReplyDelete~**Blaine**~
Arianne looked at Rowan's uncomfortable figure. "I want you to hold my hand in case I faint."
~**Arianne**~
Terra looked back to him. "Your turn."
ReplyDeleteRowan nodded. "Let's hope there aren't any Hunters here..."
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"I um...sorta heard about the pokemon race and thought it was cool. I willed myself to turn, and eventually I did. After my parents saw the "monster" I became, they kicked me out. And eventually I found Elian Village."
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Arianne walked into Panera, collapsing on the seat. The waiter came, and Arianne ordered a feast: 2 bowls of soup, 2 plates of salad, 4 bagels, 3 sandwiches, 1 orange juice, and 1 coffee.
~**Arianne**~
Terra shrugged. "Apparently, what you thought was 'cool' involves Hunters trying to kill us every second they can."
ReplyDeleteRowan sat in front of her, ordering just one bowl of soup. After what happened in Applebee's, he wasn't very hungry.
Terraxx & Rowanxx
"Geez. I it's not like adults tell us everything."
ReplyDelete~**Blaine**~
When the food arrived, Arianne sat there, unmoving. She was staring in Rowan's direction, but it seemed like she was staring through him...staring at another universe.
~**Arianne**~
Terra suppressed a sigh. "Yeah, I know. Now...did you want to go anywhere? We can't just stand around all day."
ReplyDeleteRowan flinched, waving a hand across Arianne's line of vision.
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Let's go...eat. "I'm hungry." They walked into Panera, and spotted Arianne with Rowan.
ReplyDelete~**Blaine**~
Arianne put her head down on the table.
~**Arianne**~
Terra slipped in next to Arianne, confused.
ReplyDeleteRowan glanced over at the two, gesturing them over.
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Blaine looked over at Arianne, then glanced at Rowan. "Um..what happened?"
ReplyDelete~**Blaine**~
Rowan shrugged. "It depends what you mean by that. If it's the whole story behind it, or if it's just what happened right now."
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"Um...what made her cry?"
ReplyDelete~**Blaine**~
Rowan shifted his weight. "I don't think it's my story to tell."
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Blaine glanced over at Arianne, who still seemed to be tearing nonstop. "Well it looks like she won't be talking anytime soon.
ReplyDelete~**Blaine**~
Rowan shrugged. "We found a waitress on our visit to Applebee's. She was working for the Hunters, apparently, and just about injected a serum into Arianne. I stopped the waitress, we went outside, and Arianne was worried that if they got to her, she would be betraying us."
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"Ah....so now what? I just hope that the others are managing perfectly fine."
ReplyDelete~**Blaine**~
Rowan groaned. "I won't put your luck on that. Any Hunter could find them."
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Blaine looked around the restaurant, keeping an eye out for any hidden Hunters. Nothing
ReplyDeleteHe looked down at the table, laden with Arianne's order. "W-What's with all the food?"
~**Blaine**~
Rowan shook his head. "No idea. How was your luck at the Headquarters?"
ReplyDeleteTerra scowled, remembering the clothes Blaine made her wear.
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(Rowanxx & Terraxx*)
ReplyDeleteBlaine looked over at Terra. "You tell him and Arianne...if she's even listening."
ReplyDelete~**Blaine**~
Terra shook her head. "You tell them. You had a better view of the meeting anyway."
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Blaine sighed, muttering "Why do I have to do all the work around here?"
ReplyDeleteHe lifted his face up, looking at Rowan with determined red eyes. "The city's factories are making serums to make us into 'dignified human beings'. Chandra said it won't get rid of our abilities, but merely to make it easier for attack. She said that she'll either kill us or take prisoners."
~**Blaine**~
Rowan's eyes narrowed. "She'll take the stronger ones for prisoners that's for sure. Anyone else caught in their grasp will be killed."
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Blaine nodded. "What do you think we should do now? We still need to wait for the other groups..." he continued to stare at Arianne's food. His stomach growled loudly, Blaine quickly turning a light shade of pink.
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Terra nodded, glancing at the window, when a rumbling noise came from Blaine's direction. She glanced at him, stifling laughter when she saw his blushing cheeks.
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"Don't you say anything." Blaine scowled. He waved a waiter over, being cautious. "I'll have a strawberry lemonade and bagel."
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Arianne groaned.
~**Arianne**~
Terra bit her lip, a mischievous glint in her eyes. "No, I would never!" She grinned.
ReplyDeleteRowan bit the inside of his cheek to keep from grinning too, and took a glance in Arianne's direction. "Why didn't you just take one of her dishes...?"
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Arianne screamed, digging her nails into Rowan's arm.
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Blaine blinked. "What's up with her?"
~**Blaine**~
Terra looked over, curious. "I didn't think the serums were that traumatizing..."
ReplyDeleteRowan let out a yelp of pain, ripping Arianne's hand from his arm.
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Arianne screamed even louder, slamming her fist on the table. She kicked him, then leaned in and crushed her face to his, kissing him.
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Blaine's mouth was open in shock, halfway through his bagel.
~**Blaine**~
Terra stared at them, sharing a glance with Blaine.
ReplyDeleteRowan's eyes were wide, staring at Arianne, too much in shock to do anything about it.
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Arianne retreated, back to her own "position". She smiled, then put her head on the table.
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Blaine finally blinked, setting his drying bagel down. "Ok now I'm really confused."
~**Blaine**~
Terra stared at the two uncomprehendingly. "Umm...I...don't think we were supposed to be here when that happened..."
ReplyDeleteRowan was speechless*, not knowing how to react.
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(*bad reference...)
Arianne stood up abruptly, walking outside.
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Blaine followed her outside, as well as the rest of the group. "Wait..we didn't pay," after a brief pause, he continued "Oh well. Who cares?" He followed Arianne as she walked towards the meadows.
~**Blaine**~
Rowan let out a slight groan. "There's something wrong with her," he spoke, making sure Arianne hadn't heard.
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