Ninian

Boy and Doggo Returns 2: Electric Boogaloo

RP Between Ninian and Light Lord. It's been a long time coming.

Boy and Doggo Returns 2: Electric Boogaloo

@Light Lord

A plastic bag slapped against the teen’s pant leg as he walked along the busy sidewalk. Doing his best to weave around the crowds and dip in and out of alleyways as he made his way through the sunny streets of Hearthome. His hand coming up to swipe away the mop of brown hair falling into his face, a smile crossing his lips as he turned into a neighborhood street. Picking up his pace a bit as he made his way to the third house on the left, strolling up to the front door and turning the knob. Fortunately, he didn’t seem to notice the lack of light coming from the windows.

“Hey guys, We're back. We everything you asked for, Dad.…?” Pausing in the doorway as he kicked off his shoes, he looked into the darkness with widened eyes. “Uh...Why is it so dark in here all of a sudden?”

A looming figure stood behind the teen, his arms wrapped around several bags, easily carrying half of the purchase. When the youth questioned the lighting, the bipedal canine moved around him to see what he was referring to. After a moment, he let out a soft grunt, “Strange. Your father made no indication that he was leaving…”

Given his low-light vision was sharper, he took a few steps in front of the hooded teen, taking a stiff and surveying the area. “I smell… something sweet?” At first his words were simply a statement, but it twisted itself into a question as more and more mysteries presented themselves.

Looking to his companion, the Zoroark furrowed his brows, “Did he mention anything to you?”

The only thing the sharp eyed fox would be able to see in the darkness were vague looking shapes, what looked like a table and a few cubic objects on top of it.

As the Zoroark walked in front of him, the teen had a hard time covering the smile on his lips. It disappeared however, as Nasir looked back towards him, and his question was met with a shrug. “Not really? He just told me to go out and get all these drinks and stuff.”

Suddenly, all of the lights came on in front of the duo. A thunderous set of cheers roaring out as an Ampharos, a Marill, a Monferno, a Mismagius, two Eevee, and a middle aged man all collectively kept out from the living room entryway into the hallway.

<”HAPPY BIRTHDAY, NASIR!”>

“Veeee!”

Nasir was absolutely floored, and staggered at the resounding greeting. Though he knew it was his birthday, he hadn’t expected it to be such a big deal. With wide, teal eyes, he simply stared, unsure how to react for an uncomfortable amount of time. Eventually, he spoke up, “T-Thank you…”

Turning to look at Devon, he furrowed his brows. His Trainer knew. This was all a set-up.

Making his way into the abode, he carefully placed his back on the kitchen counter so he could properly greet the others. “H-How long have you been planning this…?” Things we’re beginning to add up. The strangeness surrounding the others was almost palpable, but he just assumed it was an adjustment period from being in Sinnoh for the first time in a while.

The look that the ‘flooredark' shot towards his Trainer was met with a resounding grin from Devon, and a finger gun. “About three weeks. Oh yeah, I was totally the distraction. You'd have caught on if you were anywhere near the house.”

Letting out a soft chuckle, Nasir shook his head. “I suppose you’re correct…” Looking to the family around him, he flashed a toothy smile, before giving them a courteous bow. After a few moments, the Zoroark gave his trainer an awkward ‘what now?’ expression.

The confused expression that Nasir gave to him simply made Devon laugh, moving over to join him at his side and wrap an arm around him to tug him in for a side hug. “We celebrate, Fuzzy! Food, drinks, laughes, a cake, the whole nine yards!”

Soon everyone else moved over to huddle up around the birthday fox, with Shock speaking up first as he crossed his flippers and grinned up at Nasir. <And you better enjoy it! We worked our butts off for ya, and I want to see that maw smiling all day, got it!?>

<Some more than others.> Quill commented sideways, which made the Ampharos’ cheeks puff out as he glared at the smirking monkey. Shaking off Shock’s hate, the Monferno’s normally stoic face wore a bright smile as he met Nasir’s face. <We hope you enjoy it, Nasir. You really do deserve it.>

Missy floated over, the two Eevee in here ribbon-like arms, while Cyan sat on top of her ‘hat’. The two Eevee looking cutely up at the Zoroark as they flail their paws. <Happy birfday Nasir!!>

Both the Mismagius and Marill giggled at the cute display, before they both nodded.

<Me and Missy helped Devon’s dad make the cake! It was super fun!>

<Ah...We did indeed, though I may have dropped some of the flour. Ah well, it turned out well in the end.>

Hello Kitty Eorzea Adventure

Letting out a groan, the miqo'te responded, "You know what I was trying to say..." Hanging his head, he groaned, "Anyway... thank you for the meal." Trying to not think too hard on the blood noodles that were about to be theirs, he stared at the table, too embarrassed to look his mate in the eye.

On the topic of seafloor dwellings, the man nodded some, "They are a touch xenophobic, but I believe two chirugeons may sway their opinion. I would not count it out just yet, my dear."

With a boop, he was forced to look Rhy in the eyes for the briefest of moments, only for him to avert his gaze shortly after. Furrowing his brows, he retorted, "Having fun I take it?"

To Become Whole Again

A small smile spread across the man's lips as the youth honored their arrangement. Eyes lighting up slightly, the man crossed his arms, eager for the teen's revelation. Once they had all materialized, the man smirked, "Well, well. It would appear you have not been remiss in your duties as a Trainer. Your partners are strong indeed. Though I must wonder, who of them is the strongest I wonder?"

Waving a dismissive hand, he continued, "No, no, that's an idea you will have to entertain later. I am far too busy to witness what would like as not be an overlong series of matches to determine the victor. Still though, it is a curious thought." Looking over the group of Pokémon, he furrowed his brows as if in deep thought. After a few moments, he seemed to come to some sort of a conclusion, "Now this is Hoenn... the professor would be... no, that was... Professor Aspen?" Blinking he continued, "No? Off by a century... let's see... ah! Yes, Professor Birch. That is the one correct? And he would like as not... Professors normally import Pokémon from faraway regions so... yes! They would be from Alola. Very rare Alolan Pokémon on the verge of extinction."

Pausing, he thought for a moment before continuing, "What I mean to say, is, my assumption is Blaziken was your first partner?"

Hello Kitty Eorzea Adventure

Letting out a slight sigh of relief, he nodded, "That's what I was afraid of." Putting a hand to his lips, he thought for a moment, "Though, if we moved farther..." Winking at Rhy he continued, "Garlemald perhaps?" Wilting he let out a sigh, "...I don't even believe that would be far enough. Perhaps.. the bottom of the sea."

The woman's self-interruption didn't exactly answer Rhaq'a's question. But, he would have to ask later. Once inside, the miqo'te attempted to make himself invisible, but Rhy's affection would make that difficult. Perhaps he lucked out and no one saw.

Embarrassed by his mate's blatant sexuality, he did his best to avert his gaze. It was the oldest miqo'te trick in the book, and still Rhy managed to sucker everyone in anyway.

Even though she caught his eye, the man tried to look away. When she came back over, he groaned, still not wanting to make eye contact. "...is this how you have so much disposable income?"

To Become Whole Again

Letting out a sigh, the man shook his head while shrugging, "Very well, then. If you don't like what you see, you do not have to show me your Pokémon, but know I will be very disappointed."

Carefully, the man plucked the red and white mask from his face before brushing back his hood, revealing a rather tired-looking face with bright golden eyes. He did not appear to be older than forty—likely mid-thirties—but he did have an odd patch of white hair amongst brown. Though, aside from massive bags under his eyes, the most curious feature would be the jewel that appeared embedded into his forehead. It appeared silvery, and reflected black and pink when viewed from different angles.

Flatbrowing with an unamused face, the man spoke up once more, "There. Satisfied?"

Hello Kitty Eorzea Adventure

When she made up her mind, there was no stopping her. The best he could do was go along with it. Letting loose a soft sigh, he nodded, “I suppose we shall find out together.” Though at the mention of housing, the miqo’te tilted his head, “Are you planning to move here?” It was really difficult for him to tell with her. It seemed to him that she only lived in Gridania to placate her family, not because she actually wanted to be there.

Pulling away from the sudden nuzzle, the man let out a sigh. “It would seem you’re not about to take no for an answer. Go ahead, then.”

Perhaps, if things had gone differently...

Though accustomed to getting insults hurled at him by this group in particular, he could not deny the last one stung, especially considering who it came from. Averting his gaze awkwardly, he said naught in response. This time. Though if she brought it up one more time, he would be forced to correct her.

Much to the group’s fortune, their presumed deceased friend was quite intact. Though they clearly did not trust him, they did accept his offer of aide. He figured it was only because they stood to gain, but he was not one to squander such an opportunity. Trust was not easily won, and after all his kind had wrought, it was proving more difficult than he anticipated.

With Y'shtola now reunited with the group, Emet-Selch felt like a third wheel. Sure, the dark caster had begrudgingly given her thanks, he still felt underwhelmed.

The group was now discussing amongst themselves how they were going to go about taking down the area's Lightwarden. A conversation the Ascian had little interest of. His gaze would linger on Lumina for a few moments before quickly averting his gaze.

Hello Kitty Eorzea Adventure

Ears now flat against his head, the miqo’te’s eyes fell downcast. He was skeptical about the noodles doing anything for his mood, but he responded positively nonetheless, “Of course...”

Much to his surprise, Rhaq’a’s mate offered a reasonable suggestion. Though, he still feared she had some deep-seated motivation for it. As she mentioned, they sell things but found in Kugane, which could include potent aphrodisiacs. Gulping, and trying not to think of it, he responded, “I’ve heard as much as well. I have visited a few before myself, but I could not name one off the top of my head. It could be worth taking a look.”

Hello Kitty Eorzea Adventure

The more she taunted him, the more he wanted to slip away and hide somewhere where no one, not even she could find him. He knew exactly what she was doing, and he hated that he couldn't counter her. They had been together so long, and he still hadn't figured out her weakness.

Her offer of privacy was a double-edge sword, and she knew it. In public, she would only go so far, but he would have to suffer embarrassment. In private, he'd suffer debatably less embarrassment, but his mate would not hold back. This was why he had been avoiding close-quarter, intimate situations for a few weeks now. He was always romance-adverse, and despite their mutual understanding, it was always something that terrified him on a deep level.

"Ah..."

Now biting his lip, he was searching around for an escape route. Answering the succubus meant that she won, and he wasn't about to give in yet.