kittyluna45

The Mundane [Small-Town Teenage Superheroes]

Location: Lincoln Memorial Gym
Interacting with: Each other and Scout @Liriia

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Kata kept Alicia close as they sat together with Scout in the gym. Her mind was swirling with a thousand thoughts as the questions just kept coming. She frowned a bit and kissed Ali's forehead. "I was under the impression that they had caught the person responsible for the killings before... otherwise why would we have such a huge gap between them? It could be a copycat, the killings were... very well documented." Kata shivered a bit, remembering all the clippings that were at the diner. She preferred never eating there again, but she knew it still had the articles everywhere.

She then turned to Ali. "I'll be fine, I'm just scared because I got more to lose now then I did a few years ago if this continues... As for why today, I mean the whole town turned out for the memorial... perfect alibi maybe? Or just a way to mock us... I don't know." She then looked at Mrs. Smith and offered a half smile. "Thank you for the water Mrs. Smith. It is appreciated. I'm holding up fine, I guess."

Alicia smiled softly as Katalina kissed her on the forehead and sighed softly as she tried to relax, looking around the auditorium then looked at Kat. "Well we have powers now to defend ourselves with." Alicia whispered as her mother headed towards the entrance to see if other students or staff needed anything. Alicia gently squeezed Kat's hand lovingly, before leaning back into her girlfriend.

"I'd rather not think about this now, its to much to handle right now.." Alicia said quietly as her mother came back and sat across from her daughter, Kat and Scout. "Your welcome Katalina. If you two need to talk I'm here for the two of you."

"Thank you again Mrs. Smith." Kata continued to hold Alicia's hand gently, giving it a squeeze. Soon her own parents returned and sat down next to Mrs. Smith.

"Good, you're all still here. The police pretty much want everyone to stay put, even thought they're sure there are a few that already left. However, we should stay for now." Molly pulled out a bottle of water and took a small swig. "How are you doing Alicia? How are you holding up?"

"No problem at all Katalina, thank you for watching over Ali for me." Mrs. Smith said as she looked up to see Katalina's parents coming over and sat down next to her, Alicia's mother taking a sip of her own water before setting it down onto the floor.

"I'm doing alright I guess, just never expected something like this to happen today of all days." Alicia managed to say, and groaned slightly when Kat's mother said they had to stay a bit longer due to the police getting statements from pretty much everyone who was at the scene.

"I know, not a fun prospect, but hopefully it will be quick." Molly said and looked at Kata and raised an eyebrow and then smiled. "You two seem close."

Kata blushed a bit at her mother's comment and took another swig of water. It didn't seem like the right time to tell her mother about her new girlfriend. "We'll talk later mom... but yeah... why it had to happen today... just makes it all the worse. Especially for those who are already suffering." She sighed a bit. She wasn't looking forward to being stuck in the gym for too much longer herself, but she was at least with Ali.

Alicia blushed deeply at Mrs. Hargraves comment, but didn't say anything either at that as she finished chugging down the rest of her bottle. She crushed it slightly and looked towards Kat she was glad she was right there next to her. "I hope this doesn't take up the rest of the day." Alicia said quietly to herself.

"You are are more then welcome to come over to our place after this is all over. We could help set something for Rachel's family." Mrs. Smith offered Katalina and her parents if they did want to come over and talk about what happened and do something nice for Rachel's family.

"We'll probably be keeping the shop closed anyways, so we'd like that. I'm sure Katalina won't argue. I doubt they're having that memorial at the lodge anyways. Don't know what that boy was thinking..." Molly trailed off, but Kata was only half paying attention.

"Sure, I'd love to come over. If Ali is alright with it?"

"Of course I'm fine with you coming over Kat." Alicia said looking towards her girlfriend and smiled. As she looked over she saw two police officers coming in and motioned for Alicia's mother to grab her statement of what she saw happened. Alicia wasn't sure if Everett was still planning on hosting the party tonight, she thought about going but after what happened she would rather stay at home.

About five minutes later Alicia's mother came back. "Its your turn hun, just tell the truth and what you saw." Alicia nodded slowly as she stood up looking down at Katalina once and smiled slightly. She walked over to tell the two Verona officers what she witnessed and if there was anything odd she saw before it all happened which she didn't and came back and sat down.

After Alicia gave her statement, both her parents and then her gave theirs. It was fairly consistent. Once Kata was done, she sat back down next to Ali and let out a sigh. "I think we can go now... I doubt we're having classes today after this."

"Would you like to ride to the Smith's with us hon, or with them, if they'll let you?" Molly asked, looking at her daughter.

"If Mrs. Smith is okay with it, I'd like to go to their house with them..."

"I have no issue with you riding back home with us hon." Mrs. Smith said as she stood up, Alicia looked over at Scout for a moment. "Ill see you later Scout." Alicia said and looked towards her girlfriend and held her hand.

Alicia walked behind her mother looking away as the police were going over the crime scene and like an episode out of Law and Order they were closing off the scene. Alicia's mother unlocked the car and Alicia quickly got into the back seat.

Kata took Ali's hand and nodded to Scout. "See you later." She then walked with Ali to the car, and got in the backseat with her and took her hand again and gave it a small squeeze. She wasn't sure what else to say for the moment, but she kept on holding Ali's hand, comforting both Ali and herself.

Sector X (Invite only)

Wooo!

So @McHaggis is having Pixie move to a background character, so once @Saltwater Thief has Sophie show up... we can have a training montage!

I hope you all have some inspirational music cued up!

Sector X (Invite only)

Cassie Anderson, Niah Bautista and Alex Mercede

Location: Directors Office
Time: 9~10 AM

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When Cassie reached the director's office, she saw that Niah was already there. ”Hey Niah, good to see you again.” Niah returned the greeting with a bow as she was accustomed to do. She then plopped herself down in a chair and looked at the director. ”I’m guessing this is important if you’re pulling me off of re-training for this mission.”

The director looked over at Cassie and nodded. “I need two of my best agents on this, and Miss Bautista’s talents. I will inform you of your mission and the details once Mr. Mercede arrives.”

”Alright director.” Cassie pulled out her phone and texted Miss Page and Mr. Hearne to inform them of their cancelled re-training session, and then tucked her phone away and waited for Alex to show up.

”Seems I’ve got decent timing for once today then,” came Alex’s voice as he appeared in the doorway. Niah stood and gave him a small bow as he entered the room. The look on his face suggested he was upset about something, but he was hiding it well enough. ”What can the three of us do for you then, Ms Director?” he said as he sat down in the remaining chair.

The director raised her eyebrow as she looked over Alex. “Good to see you without those headphones Mr. Mercede. After your last mission, I do hope you will keep items like that out of the field. As for what the three of you can do for me, I obviously have a mission for you.”

”I think we figured that out. What sort of mission Director?”

“There are rumors circulating of a Shadow operative hunting in Colorado. Unfortunately, that is all we have. Rumors. We have a small group of psychics in Denver that are willing to help us. They are the ones that reported it to us. Cassie, I believe you know them well.” The director handed out three folders, one to each of them.

Niah took her folder far quicker than normal, and had it open to the page about the group of psychics in a matter of seconds. She gasped and looked up at the director wide eyed. “How much clearance do they have?” There was a note of excitement and trepidation her voice.

Cassie looked over at Niah. She then opened the file and realized why, and a small smile crossed her lips. “Why do you…”

”Enough that you can tell ‘em Niah. They helped me out on a mission that would have gone South if not for them about a year ago.” Cassie interjected. Tears of what could only be happiness welled up in Niah’s eyes, but were quickly wiped away.

“Thank you.” She gave Cassie a small sitting bow.

”Ahem” Alex said as he flipped through his own file, ”What I’m going to assume are personal matters aside, what sort of rumors are we talking about?”

“Missing persons, suspicious activity. I was discussing this yesterday with Miss Anderson, but Shadow has grown bolder. Their actions this week alone have left more bodies in their wake than ever. It use to be a few bodies every year, but between Arlington and New Mexico, I fear something bigger is planned. I do plan to talk to our… informant…” The director looked at Cassie, who just shrugged, “But I doubt they know what is going on. However, I’d rather be on alert here, and see what we can find in Denver. We have at least two missing persons that were reported with powers. Follow those leads first.”

”Which is why you want Miss Bautista on this, I’d assume?” The director nodded in response to Cassie’s question.

“Any other questions?”

“None from me Director. Though I may have more once we arrive in Colorado, but those questions can be answered there.” Niah, despite the severity of the situation, had a small smile on her face, one that was obviously being restrained.

”Sounds good to me. Ladies,” Alex said as he stood up, ”I’ll meet the two of you upstairs shortly. I need to pay a visit to the Rivenridges first. Anything else you need from me, Director?”

“You may go. I have already booked you three on a flight out to Denver this afternoon. Ah, if you could also pass a message along to the Rivenridges for me please? I’d like to talk to them about some weapon designs that might make everyone’s life here a little easier.”

”I’ll be sure to mention it. Good day.” And with that, he was away.

”Director… there is one thing. The new policy?”

“Ah yes. Miss Bautista. I would kindly encourage you to stop by the tech department and pick up a stun gun or something of that sort. I want all field agents to have some sort of weapon on their person from now on.”

“Yes Director.” The smile from Niah’s face disappeared and she paled a little at the idea, but after a deep breath. “At least it’s just a stun gun.”

“My hope is that you won’t have to use it Miss Bautista, but given recent events, I just want to make sure all my agents have a way of protecting themselves. If there is nothing else, you are dismissed. Enjoy Denver.”

”Thank you Director.” Cassie stood up and tucked the file under her arm and looked at Niah. ”Excited?” Niah’s smile came back at the thought.

“Yes I am. I haven’t been back to Denver since...” She trailed off, but Cassie was well aware of what Niah was talking about.

”Well, should be fun then. And don’t worry, it will be fine.” Cassie looked over at Niah and offered her a smile. ”I’ll see you in a bit then. Need to pick up my bag.” She headed to the stairs and towards her office. It was mission time.

The Mundane [Small-Town Teenage Superheroes]

Petyr Jelen
Everett Wilcox

Location: Jelen Household
Interacting with: Each Other

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Nina had been silent since her brother had started to direct her home after they had seen Rachel tied up to the statue like that. Flashes of what had happened to Jan streamed through her mind like a train wreck; awful but couldn’t look away from it. She barely noticed that Everett had tugged her away from her brother and had her get in the car.

It was only once they reached the house that Nina realized that she and her brother were not alone anymore, and no where near the school. She turned to look at Petyr and Everett, looking a little confused, but still had a sort of dead eyed air about her. ”Huh? Oh… uh… thanks for the ride Everett… um… sorry did you say something else?” She looked at her brother and frowned. Something was bothering him, and she could tell. Besides it starting to feel like a freezer next to him, his brows were furrowed. ”Bratr, co se děje (what’s up)?”

”It’s… it’s nothing. Just a passing concern, that’s all.” he responded, although the temperature told her otherwise. Nevertheless, his hand found its way to hers and grabbed onto it with a reassuring firmness. ”We’ll get through this sestra. I promise.”

By then they were rounding the corner near their house. As they pulled up, Everett suggested they come stay with him for a while. Petyr turned to her, as if deferring the question to her, but his face suggested he had reservations about the idea.

Nina turned to look at Everett. ”One moment, I think my brother and I need to talk for a moment before accepting that offer.” She slid out of the car and pulled her pack around and started digging around for her keys, silently cursing. After a few moments she found her keys and shoved them in the door and turned the lock and went to open the door, her hands shaking a bit.

“Fair enough, you two go on and I'll take Dags for a walk.” Everett said, hopping out of the truck. He made note to take the handgun with him, shoving it in the back of his waistband.

Everett was smart enough two things, that every cop in town was gonna be at the murder scene and that it wasn't technically illegal for him to have it with him. The latter was at best questionable.

Everett slapped the tail gate and called for his beloved companion. He was gonna wait to make sure they got into the hose before walking anywhere. Although he did get a giggle when Dags started howling. Knowing that there was siren going off somewhere.

Not long after, Petyr was closing the door behind them. As soon as it was closed and locked, he turned and pulled his sister into a hug. Only when her shaking had stopped for a moment did her let her go and start to talk. ”So, what do you think? I’m not sure it’s the best idea, for a few reasons, but if you want to go stay with him I’ll go with it.”

”Otec is out of town, and while I know you’d protect me, I think it would be better if we went to the lodge. Our house isn’t what I would call the safest of places… but talk to me. I can tell you're hiding something, you lied to me in the car.” Nina only stepped back a bit and looked up at her brother.

”Well…” Petyr looked like he was struggling to find words. ”I’m not sure I trust Everett. Not that I think he’s hiding something, or that he’s a bad guy, or anything like that. But, I mean…” he stopped for a moment and tried to pick out his thoughts again. ”Between the beer from yesterday, the cutting class, and now after watching him almost rip you away from me and into his truck with a gun in his hand and that look he had about him… He’s a loose cannon, Nina. And I’m not entirely sure it’s the best idea to hang around him. If he went off like that after someone he didn’t even know got killed, who knows what he might do if something tries to hit closer to home? Not to mention you said he saw the damn eclipse…”

Nina bit her lip and started tugging at her piercings, looking more at the floor now. ”He’s just… I’m sure it’s just because he doesn’t wanna lose anyone else. I mean, you saw it too… she was strung up just like Janice. I’m sure if got the chance to know him... “ She looked up at Petyr and realized her words were not making anything better. She tugged more at her ear and sighed. ”You do what you want… I’m going to pack.”

Petyr sighed shortly after. ”Oh come on now, that’s hardly fair!” he said half-jokingly. ”I’m not about to let you out of my sight here. I’ll get the travel bags out of the garage, just let me leave a note for dad first. God knows he’ll rush home as soon as they get wind of this at the camp.” He went to the kitchen to grab paper and a pen.

”I’ll be upstairs figuring out what to pack… not that it's hard given what we have.” Nina sighed and headed to her room. She started pulling the essentials out of her dresser and set them in a pile on her bed. She opened the closet and the new dress caught her eye. She sighed and put it on the bed as well. More of a just in case senario. She doubted the party was still happening, not that she minded that much.

She then darted out of her room and into her father’s room. Usually she and Petyr stayed out of it while he was away, but Nina wanted one thing from it. She pulled open a drawer and fished out a zippo lighter from it. She knew her father had quit smoking years ago, but still had a pack and lighter stashed away for cravings. Or a reminder. She wasn’t sure, but for the moment that wasn’t her intent. She flipped the lighter over in her hand, and then shoved it into one of her jacket pockets and zipped it closed.

She then went back to her room and pulled out a few other things and added it to the pile of clothing she had going on her bed, and sighed.

As soon as the door shut and Dags began howling. It was like a magic cue for the old man next door to come running out. Everett nudged Dags to stop howling but he didn't. Truth be told Everett didn't really care.

As the old man stepped off his porch, Everett's temper wanted to runaway. Maybe it was the day, or the events, or where he was that kept him from losing it on the old. “Old man, you tend your biscuits. Today is a very bad day to fuck with me.” His tone may have been a kitten harsher than intended, but it was nothing compared to the demonic sounds that was coming from Dags.

The old man stopped in his tracks, a two hundred pound wolf dog with his teeth showing will do that. “Dags, stop.” Everett said as he leaned against the truck. As Dags stopped the old man went inside.

Not long after, Nina and Petyr both stepped out the door with bags in hand. Petyr turned and locked the door behind them, and then joined Nina and Everett by the truck. ”Alright, shall we get going then?”

Nina sighed and hefted her bag into the back of the truck and then climbed into the cab. ”Looks like we’ll spend the night with you while dad’s out of town. Just don’t be surprised if he shows up at the lodge tomorrow. We left him a note.” She turned to look at Everett as she spoke.

“Fair enough. Dags jump.” Everett said slapping the side of the truck. As everyone got in the cab of the truck, Everett stated the truck. When everyone was inside Everett pulled off to the lodge. The ride was quiet if not filled with tension.

When they arrived Everett was the first to speak. “Welcome to the Lodge ladies and gentlemen. The party will start in a few hours, please take this time to relax and unwind.” Everett was the first one out of the truck, grabbing the bags after opening Nina’s door.

”So, question. Where are Petyr and I going to be staying? I can’t believe I didn’t ask that earlier.” Nina got out of the car and paused, waiting for her twin.

“We got a few guests bedrooms. Not all our clients want to be out in the bush for a week at a time. You two can sleep there. Dags likes you so he won't be too far away. Anybody gets close to the house, you'll know quickly.” Everett walked through the front door and up the stairs, dropping his guests bags off in front of the door.

Petyr looked at Nina, took a deep breath and then gestured toward the Wilcox residence. ”May as well make ourselves at home. After you, sestra.”

”Thank you bratr… and thank you Everett. We really do appreciate this.” Nina headed into the lodge and let out a sigh. She knew that the rest of the day was going to be awkward, but she was going to try to make the most of it. Or so she hoped.

The Mundane [Small-Town Teenage Superheroes]

@Undine

You know what they say about Little Rice and Miso Soup?

They're murderer foods and highly suspicious. (Also Miso Soup is super salty)

@HalfOfLancelot

WHO THE HELL ARE YOU!?

The Mundane [Small-Town Teenage Superheroes]

<Snipped quote by AcerRo>

If it's any consolation, my uncle died a week ago of cancer and my hamster unexpectedly died in his sleep last night.

But you're welcome :)

@Wade Wilson

...That kinda sucks. I'm sorry Wade.

The Mundane [Small-Town Teenage Superheroes]

Katalina Hargraves

Location: Outside Lincoln Memorial High Gym
Interacting with: People there, Alicia @Nallore

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Katalina was over the moon! Ali had agreed to be her girlfriend! And they had kissed! A lot! Well, more like a few times, but it was awesome. The memorial service was boring, as usual, but she had her hand in Ali's so, it was the best day ever. She listened to the speeches and seemed surprised when Everett said there was going to be a memorial at the lodge that night. She looked at Ali and smiled.

Then things started sliding sideways when the scream happened. Kata followed Ali and the others outside and froze as she saw the scene. She recognized both the victim and the pose she was in. It was happening, all over again. If this was happening again, then who the hell was rotting in jail from this.

She realized that the tears she would be shedding for this horrible scene were floating down her face and snaking around her hands, which were balled up into fists now. She shook her hands and willed the water to fall to the ground like normal. She didn't need to stand out. Not now. Her parents ran over.

"Oh thank goodness you're alright! Oh my goodness, honey, lets get back inside!" Molly ushered her daughter back inside and plopped her down next to Ali and Scout. "Stay with your friends Katalina till we come back, okay? Don't you dare leave this gym." Molly looked at her daughter firmly and looked at Ali. "Alicia, keep my girl in eyeshot, okay?" Molly dashed off with her husband, and Kata scooted close to Ali and looked at Scout.

"You okay Scout?" While Kata did not normally interact with the girl, she did look like she could use a friend, or five. She wrapped her arm around Ali and pulled her close. She squeezed Ali's shoulder and then looked at her. "Are you gonna be alright sweetie? Also... fuck... what a fucking memorial. Holy crap..." Her mind was racing, as she tried to be there for her new girlfriend and Scout, but she was just as lost, confused, scared and shocked as they probably were.

The Mundane [Small-Town Teenage Superheroes]

<Snipped quote by kittyluna45>

<Snipped quote by Liriia>

We didn't get you a gift receipt. Whoops

@Undine

DAMN IT!

The Mundane [Small-Town Teenage Superheroes]

Oh look. McHaggis gave us murder for Chrismas.

...lovely.

Can I return it please?

The Mundane [Small-Town Teenage Superheroes]

Nina would probably be celebrating with her family, doing some traditional Czech celebrations. She's spend most of the day cooking, and would make sure that dinner did not start till the first star was spotted.

However, she would also make sure that her friends/ so's/ anyone else that would celebrate alone would be invited.

Kata, would celebrate with her family or Ali. Or invite Ali over, plus guests. The Hargraves would also host a 'small' party around New Years for their loyal customers. However, most of the town is invited, so they rent out the civic center for the party.