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Crash had undoubtedly changed over the years yet, it was apparent that a lot about him hadn't, for example he was still terrible at picking up on social cues. With Kathy's vague response to his encouragement Crash was certain he'd hit the nail on the head, though he couldn't help but notice that she had seemed a little distracted by his words. 

The shapeshifter's duelling emotions intensified as Kathy clasped her hands together and apologised [color=firebrick][i]'...I have a whole new understanding of the movies now'[/i][/color] the stray thought, zipped out of the stream twisting through his mind. He lifted his free hand up to the back of his neck, giving her an awkward smile [color=red]"I-it's okay. It's not entirely your fault. Pretty sure I can take most of the blame,-[sub]if not all of it[/sub]- I should have been more careful"[/color] He apologised in turn. Smiling more easily as his phone vibrated and Kathy's text flashed up on the screen, with a few quick taps he sent back a simple 'I got it, don't worry :D' and chuckled as he saved the number. [color=red]"Luckily, my number is the one thing I don't tend to change"[/color] With his words Crash double checked that he had her number saved before he pocketed the phone.

Code red was in full swing. Having noticed the flush of color on Kathy's face, Crash felt heat rise into his cheeks as well and a sensation of giddiness come over him...mainly because of the smile that had appeared on Kathy's face. It had been a while since his company had been appreciated [color=red]"Great! I guess we should get going then"[/color] He announced, barely able to relax the 'smile' muscles in his face long enough too speak. With a warm sensation in his chest and a spring to his step, Crash hopped up and lead them out of the assembly hall and into the bustle of the corridors beyond it. 

Crash tucked the tips of his fingers into the back pockets of his jeans as they walked, once again positioning himself so that Kathy was on his good side and he could see her. [color=red]"I didn't chain it up, I just parked it out the front"[/color] He replied, though he didn't quite catch on to the confusion. [color=red]"It should be fine...I didn't leave it in the way and I'm pretty sure nobody would want to steal it anyway. At least not here"[/color] He grinned [color=red]"Plus I remembered to take the keys out of it this time"[/color] With that he reached into his pocket and pulled out a motorcycle key coupled with a worn orange surfboard key ring. 

[color=red]"Wait..."[/color] He murmured as the gears finally clicked into place and his face colored with embarrassment [color=red]"I-I got a new -ahem- motorbike...n-not a push bike"[/color] He stuttered out, instantly feeling guilty for not realising the mix up sooner...that and a small part of him was expecting her to disapprove. [color=firebrick][i]'Disapproval has been everyone else's go to place...'[/i][/color] the small voice in the back of his mind reminded him as he glanced around in search of signs to the dormitory. [color=red]"I know there are a lot of accidents relating to motorbikes but I've been driving them for years and I'm always extra careful...I've only had a...few close shaves."[/color] He told her, in an attempt to justify himself before she had the chance to react, be it positively or negatively. Though there was plenty of time for them to talk, between following sign posts and Kathy's instruction should Crash lead them wrong...it didn't take the pair too long to reach the dormitories. 

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Rain seemed particularly unsatisfied with Ara's answer in regards to the assembly [color=skyblue]"Well...this is my first and last assembly then"[/color] She decided.  Between Ara's exaggerated sigh and unspoken 'but' and Aurelia stood glancing between them with a nervous look to her and the scent of a spooked deer, Rain sensed that she was going to be flying this one solo. A smile lifted the corners of her mouth as Ara politely passed on her invite [color=skyblue]"Shame, we'll let you know if you miss anything good"[/color] She promised with a smile, lifting her hand to bid Ara farewell as she walked away from. [color=skyblue]"Won't forget"[/color] Rain added with a small smirk, watching Ara leave before she turned back to Aurelia. [color=skyblue]"So Aurelia, are you with me on this?"[/color] She asked, looking Aurelia over curiously.

She had been...studying Aurelia's behaviour, since they'd met. And so far she hadn't been able to work out why the other girl was so quiet, not just in the speaking sense either but rather, she rarely gave herself away with her body language. [color=skyblue]"Not really sure what you're scared of, but if it helps I promise to watch your back"[/color] She added, trying not to show how taken aback she was by her own words [color=skyblue]"Trust me, nothing will get past me"[/color] and even more surprised by the determination in her voice. [color=lightseagreen][i]'Sirius preserve me, I've been here for two minutes and I've gone soft...'[/i][/color]. Rain wasn't exactly sure what she was offering to protect Aurelia from mind you,  the image she had of a party in her mind was bound to be different from the reality of it...the assembly had proved as much. 

Rain ran her fingers through her hair, waiting for Aurelia's answer. Unfortunately sitting through the assembly had all but drained her of patience so she didn't wait for long. [color=skyblue]"Come onnnn...we might be missing something good"[/color] She urged, glancing at Aurelia once more before promptly turning on her heel and making her way out into the corridor. Whether Aurelia followed her or not, Rain wasn't going to stop moving until she'd found the party. Which was easier than she'd expected, she was accustomed to following her nose but considering how busy this place was, the unfamiliar scent trails all merged together and lead in every direction. Instead she had to rely on her hearing which wasn't quite as effective but it seemed to do the job [color=skyblue]"Where's a vampire when you need one..."[/color] She murmured under her breath as she concentrated on the faint sound of music. It didn't take her long to find the party, thankfully. 

Once she was there though, she found herself wondering what to do...it seemed rather quiet, excluding the music. [color=lightseagreen][i]'...this is going to take some getting used to'[/i][/color] She thought, looking around the room. Her eyes caught on Carmen as she did, taking in the skylark's impressive form before moving on to inspect Lily and the rest of the group. [color=skyblue]"This could be harder than I thought..."[/color] She sighed, glancing behind her to see if she was alone or not.