[hr][hr] [centre][h1][color=limegreen]Connor Tony Stark[/color], [color=026F95]Salyssa Moone[/color] and [color=00aeef]Tobias Coulson[/color][/h1] [img]https://i.imgur.com/c9x1V0r.gif[/img][img]https://i.imgur.com/YtlmIJI.gif[/img][img]https://i.imgur.com/CcfGjGA.gif[/img] [b]Location:[/b] The Courtyard; The Academy. [sup][b]Interacting With:[/b] Each other, and Tony Stark.[/sup][/centre] [hr][hr] As the car stopped near the gates, Tobias leaned over to open the door, forgetting to keep a hold of Akita. The half-grown Malamute leaped out the car in a heartbeat, and was eagerly racing towards the gates, and the people she could see, the sounds of fireworks encouraging her to run away to somewhat familiar crowds. [color=00aeef]“Shoot!”[/color] Tobias scrambled out the car, [color=00aeef]“Akita! I’ll go catch her Lyssa”[/color] he said, over his shoulder as he chased after the dog. He charged through the gates after her, dodging around people. It soon became clear that Akita thought it was a game, and he was soon running as fast as he could, panting slightly. [color=026F95]“..T-Tobi..!”[/color] Cursing inwardly, clearly blaming herself for not having reminded him to put her on the leash, Salyssa was quick to gather her belongings from the backseat; making sure that the book she had been reading was tucked securely away in her bag before she hurried after him, her eyes filled with worry as she searched the figures heading through the gates. He was gone- they both were. Swallowed up by the crowd of people she was sure they were going to be getting to know during their time at the academy. Panic flickering out through her being, wondering just how far they could have gone, she began to run, her feet carrying her through the gates as she glanced about, her face first getting a dose of what she believed to be bright red hair as her body collided with that of another, causing her to turn and apologize. This was not her day… not even a few moments after having arrived and she was already making a foo-... The thought gone completely as she felt herself collide with yet another figure, Salyssa lost her footing, her eyes growing wide as she turned, her arms reaching out to cling almost desperately to the mysterious figure as she fell, [color=026F95]“..o-oh no…”[/color] As someone crashed into Connor, he reacted instinctively, reaching out to catch them, encircling his arms around them, He stepped back a little bit, so they wouldn’t tumble over, When it was clear they weren’t going to fall to the ground, Connor looked down at the girl that had crashed into him. She was pretty. Which wasn’t the best of thoughts to have for Connor. Clearing his throat he managed to say [color=limegreen]”Are you okay?”[/color] without sounding like an idiot. He flicked a glance around them, concerned she was being chased by something the way she had crashed into him, but couldn’t see anything. [color=026F95]“..y-yes… thank you…”[/color] Lifting her head, her gaze meeting with the guy who had caught her, Salyssa’s cheeks turned a gentle shade of red, her soft pink lips parting ever so slightly as she stared up at him, the beating of her heart quickening just slightly. He... he was handsome… very much so… Gods, it was just her luck that she would crash into someone like him. Of all people, she was the one to make a fool of herself. [color=026F95]“..I-I-.... sorry… I did not mean-... please, forgive me...”[/color] Connor managed to give her, what he hoped wasn’t a awkward smile. [color=limegreen]”It’s okay, it happens. I’m glad I could prevent you hitting the ground”[/color] He said, trying to cheer her up, or at least make her feel a bit better. [color=limegreen]”What were you running like that for?”[/color] he asked curiously, seeming to be unaware that he hadn’t let her go yet. She had been running… why had she been running again..? The question was an easy one; though her mind seemed muddled, and she had to take a moment to sort through the mess of thoughts before she spoke, giving him the answer that he was seeking, her body (unconsciously) still resting contently within the warm circle of his arms, [color=026F95]“..uhm… oh, uh… Akila… she got loose when we opened the car door… my friend… he went chasing after her before I could stop him…”[/color] The explanation was a typically normal one, and that was a bit of a shock to Connor. He realised that he had been expecting more exotic things perhaps because of what the school was. [color=limegreen]”Well. I’m sure he’ll be able to catch her, but we can have a l-”[/color] Connor was cut off by his father slapping him on the back, a wide grin of his features, [color=red]“Ah, Connor! Girls already falling for you, huh? Atta boy!”[/color] Connor starred, utterly embarrassed, at his father. [color=limegreen]”Dad!”[/color] He exclaimed, glancing away, his face heating up, [color=limegreen]”I… I’m sorry…. “[/color] Cheeks flushing a bright shade of red at the words coming from the older man, embarrassment flushing over her otherwise gentle features, Salyssa dropped her head, her gaze lingering a moment on the ground as the sudden realization that she was still held in his arms washed over her, causing her to step back, her hands both quickly taking hold of the strap of her bag resting over her shoulder. [color=026F95]“..M-Mr. Stark… i-it is an honor to meet you; my friend... Tobias… he-... he loves you, a-and your work as the Iron Man… you are his idol…”[/color] Connor let his hands drop to his side when she stepped back, before raising a hand and rubbing the back of his neck sheepishly, [color=limegreen]”Sorry… “[/color] he muttered, hoping his father wouldn’t be too embarrassing. Tony chuckled, [color=red]“I’m always happy to help up and coming engineers, if he’d like that, But don’t be shy! I told my boy he’d do fine here!”[/color] He said, reaching over to ruffle Connor’s hair. Connor wondered if it was physically possible to fry an egg on heated cheeks. [color=limegreen]”Dad… “[/color] [color=red]“Now, now Connor! You gotta be someone that takes a chance!”[/color] Connor sighed, knowing his father could just go on and on even if he objected. [color=limegreen]”I’ll try dad.... “[/color] He said softly, relieved when his mother dragged him away. [color=limegreen]”I’m sorry… “[/color] he said again. More than a little embarrassed at the situation, and of the great man she now knew to be the father of the guy she had inadvertently fallen into, Salyssa’s lips parted slightly from one another, her cheeks still pulsing red from the blush, though her eyes followed after the pair of supers as they departed from the scene; the woman obviously scalding the man for his behavior. Turning her head slightly, her gaze flicking back to the guy apologizing; her attention was drawn quickly back to the woman, her eyes full of awe as she spoke, her voice soft, [color=026F95]“..w-was that..? Was that… Pepper Potts..?”[/color] Connor was a little taken aback… this was a new one for him. Most, if not all, were interested in his father, not his mother, despite the fact she was a powerful being in the industry. [color=limegreen]”Yes, it was. She’s probably the only one that can control my father”[/color] he admitted, glancing to his parents. [color=limegreen]”Do you follow her?”[/color] Nodding her head lightly, her gaze finally tearing from the couple, Salyssa once more looked back to the guy she was speaking with; awe and admiration flickering behind her eyes, [color=026F95]”..yes; very much so. She is someone I look up to most, apart from my own mother. She is such a strong woman; so successful… and her business and work ethic is unlike anything I have ever seen. Your father might be my friends idol; though I must admit, Mrs. Potts has always been my own…”[/color] Connor was silent for a moment, taking that in. Had anyone ever asked about his mother before? Certainly not like they did Tony… [color=limegreen]”She’s who I look up to most too… I know my father is, well… popular, but I’ve always admired my mother”[/color] he said, [color=limegreen]”I mean, anyone that can cow Tony Stark is a force to be reckoned with”[/color] He continued with a soft chuckle, [color=limegreen]”Perhaps when she isn’t scolding my father you can meet her?”[/color] [color=026F95]“..she is your mother..? Oh, I would love to meet her… thank you..!”[/color] Smiling brightly at the thought, her soft features lighting up even under the blush that still graced her cheeks, Salyssa seemed to relax, her posture becoming more inviting as she tilted her head lightly to the side, her grip upon the strap of her bag loosening. [color=026F95]“..it would honestly be a dream come true…”[/color] Connor smiled, [color=limegreen]”I’m sure she’d love to meet you. Especially if you are eager to learn what she does. She’s always looking for up and coming women”[/color] He said, looking back to his parents, amused at their behaviour. It didn’t matter if they were in public or not, they still acted the same. [color=limegreen]”But… I don’t think I got your name, I’m sorry”[/color] [color=026F95]“..o-oh… that was rude of me…”[/color] Her features falling, realizing that all this time, she hadn’t even given him her name, Salyssa took a moment, inwardly cursing herself. How had she become so distracted; and so easily as well..? Perhaps she had spent too much time with Tobias… it seemed he was rubbing off on her; not that she would ever consider that to be a bad thing. He was her best friend; and she couldn’t think of a better person to pick up traits from… but while she found his ability to get distracted by the smallest of things to be endearing, she wasn’t sure it was one she should be placing in her repertoire. [color=026F95]“..forgive me… my name is Salyssa Moone. It is a pleasure to meet you.”[/color] [color=limegreen]”It's a pleasure to meet you, Salyssa. I’m Connor Stark”[/color] Connor said, [color=limegreen]”And… I am sorry about my father… “[/color] He said, [color=limegreen]”I didn’t think he’d do that… “[/color] A shout of [color=00aeef]“Akila!”[/color] behind them warned him someone was approaching, and at a fast speed, and he turned just in time to avoid a half grown dog and the boy who seemed to succeed in grabbing the dog’s collar. [color=00aeef]“Finally!”[/color] Tobias said breathlessly, glancing about him [color=00aeef]“Oh! Hey Lyssa! I caught her!”[/color] Panicking as she saw the large ball of fur come barreling towards them, followed closely by the excited mass that was her best friend, Salyssa kicked off from the ground, her legs pulling up and out the way as she used her arms to hug her bag in close against her chest, her body hovering naturally in the air above the group and the commotion being caused. It wasn’t the first time the large dog had gotten away from them… and she was sure that it wasn’t going to be the last time either. It was worrisome, though she knew that life just wouldn’t be the same should the bubbly canine be cooped up on a leash at all times. [color=026F95]“Tobi..! You had me worried- you ran off and left me by the car… here…”[/color] Body twisting slightly in the air, she opened her bag, a gentle frown crossing over her lips as she rummaged around, eventually managing to find what it was she had been looking for, she held the lead out for him to take, [color=026F95]“..please Tobi... put her on the leash before you lose control of her again…”[/color] Tobias bowed his head slightly, [color=00aeef]“I’m sorry, Lyssa”[/color] He said softly, [color=00aeef]“I didn’t mean to leave you… I just had to catch her before she got in trouble… “[/color] He said, looking down at Akila, and then back up at Salyssa, taking the leash [color=00aeef]“Okay!”[/color] He took a few moments to put the leash on, smiling once more and patting the pup. [color=00aeef]“Least she’ll be tired tonight”[/color] He said cheerfully, apparently oblivious to Connor, [color=00aeef]“That’s a plus!”[/color] Connor stepped back, a little trepidacious at the situation. He hesitated, debating about whether to speak or not. He supposed he’d have to get use to other students using powers, although it was still a little shocking. He knew he should be use to it, with Ben; but Ben… was Ben. [color=limegreen]”Is, uh, everything okay?”[/color] Nodding her head lightly, her bag once more hanging loose by her side as she leant forward, making sure the lead was clipped on properly, Salyssa turned her head, her gaze flicking back up to meet with Connor’s as her smile once again rose to her lips, [color=026F95]“..yes; it seems Tobi was able to catch Akila… I am just glad she did not run out onto the road like she did this morning before we left… she is quite easily excitable…”[/color] Connor hesitated, not sure how to say that that wasn’t what he had meant, [color=limegreen]”Uh, no, I mean… you’re, uh, floating… “[/color] He said a little awkwardly, not sure if she didn’t know she was floating or not. Tobias continued to pet Akila, glancing up at Salyssa, [color=00aeef]“She does that”[/color] He said, brushing it off, and looking about them with curiosity, stopping whenever something caught his eye. A little taken back by his words, the action something that had come so naturally to her, Salyssa stared at him a moment before quickly returning her feet back to the ground, her cheeks once more taking on that light red in color as she looked away, her gaze and attention dropping to the ground between them as embarrassment became clear upon her features, [color=026F95]“..s-sorry… I-... I did not mean-...”[/color] Mortified that he had inspired such a reaction from her, Connor hurriedly scrambled to make it right, [color=limegreen]”No, no, it’s okay! You just didn’t seem to notice and… I thought something might be wrong!”[/color] he said, his voice rushed as he tried to fix his mistake. [color=026F95]“..i-it comes from being a Lantern… forgive me, I-... I did not wish to make you feel uncomfortable…”[/color] Connor shook his head, [color=limegreen]”You didn’t make me feel uncomfortable… I just wasn’t expecting it.”[/color] he said, feeling horrible for making her feel bad. He really wasn’t doing a good job at socializing. Tobias meanwhile appeared to have seen something that caught his attention, [color=00aeef]”Lyssa! Look!”[/color] he said, eagerly pointing to Tony and Pepper, practically bouncing up and down. Amused, Connor looked over to his parents, [color=limegreen]”Perhaps you can both meet them later,”[/color] he suggested, long since use to people fawning over his father at least. He flicked a glance about, seeing the jet with his and Jason’s luggage, but not inclined to go retrieve his just yet, before looking back to Salyssa and Tobias, now petting his dog. [color=limegreen]”So… “[/color] Connor searched for something else to say, scrambling to find anything to talk about, desperate to at least make some friends… or at least do well here, [color=limegreen]”Perhaps after induction is over, when things quieten down, we could explore the school..?”[/color] Her attention torn from Tobias, a flicker of worry crossing over her features at the thought that he might once again act before thinking, Salyssa turned her gaze back over to Connor as his voice once more hit her ears, his words causing her soft pink lips to part. He… wanted to spend time together..? [color=026F95]“..y-yeah… that-... that sounds really nice… I would really like that…”[/color] Pleased, Connor smiled. Maybe he could survive here well, [color=limegreen]”I look forward to it”[/color]