Smiling an actual full smile for the first time in a long time, Daniel nodded his head to Alice. She seemed like someone that he might actually be able to trust in this crazy place. He liked Winter, but she had too many space case issues for him to really trust her with anything of import. He ducked his head and scratched an itch on his arm as he thought about what to say to Alice now. He opened his mouth then thought about it and figured he had better check to make sure Evan was not around. He glanced around the room real quick to make sure that Evan was otherwise occupied and saw Chris smile that odd smile that meant he had flipped again. "Oh fuck me. The bastard has lost it again. Just what we need another nut. As if the bitch Evan is not bad enough on her own. Now with her brother all bugfuckery, things are going to suck. Just Fucking great."
"Language, Daniel!" He heard Winter say and realized that he had spoken aloud and not in his head. He blushed bright red as he locked eyes with Alice and stood up so fast he almost knocked his chair over. "Um, I am just going to go over there somewhere and yeah. Bye." he all but ran off to the couch in the corner where he usually sat when he was trying to get away from everyone and curled up in it with his knees to his chest. He sat there rocking back and forth for a bit while he got lost in self-recrimination at his behavior. He tried not to ever cuss in front of women. That was something that his mother taught him. You should always treat a lady with respect and never raise your voice or fist against them. Also, never use foul language in their presence as it is a sign of vulgarity and a feeble mind. Alice and Winter were worthy of his respect;Laura as well, and possibly Liv. Evan was a special case and she could go die for all He cared. He mentally smirked at that evil little thought and then felt bad for it. He sat there and closed his eyes as he rocked. He just wanted to escape for a bit and while his own mind was not always the safest place, it would have to do for now. He lost himself in memories and dreams of times past.
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Watching the interaction between Alice and Daniel made Winter happy. She tried to reach out to Daniel but for some reason he just never seemed to respond. Every once in a while he would exchange pleasantries with her or sit quietly at the same table but that was about it. She was going to tell Alice about the group sessions when she heard Daniel start cursing out loud about Chris. It shocked her so much that she spat out, "Language, Daniel!" Before she realized what she was saying. She clapped her hand over her mouth and her eyes widened as she realized that she had sounded just like her mother. Out of the corner of her eye she saw Summer laughing and glared at her. When Daniel stood up and retreated to his corner of the room, she turned back to Alice and said, "He is not usually like that. In fact I think that is the first time I have heard him speak that way. However, I have to agree with his words." She gazed over at where Chris and Evan were and shivered a bit at the look on his face. Turning back to Alice She stated, "Don't worry though. He is not usually violent." Once again she was distracted by her twin jumping up and down and waving her hands. "What is so important that it cannot wait until later? What is your problem? Do you not want me to make friends?" She blurted to her twin. Winter did not understand why Summer was being such a brat. Now she had no choice but to introduce Alice and hope that Alice would understand. "Alice, I am sorry about that but my twin would not leave me alone." She turned to where Summer was now standing patiently and said, "This is Summer. She hopes that you can be friends as well." Winter watched as Summer gave her a huge smile and blew her a kiss. Giving her an exasperated look, she turned back to Alice and waited.
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"Yeah if he stays This way then group will be interesting. He is always a riot when he is flipped." Chess replied to Liv and smiled as Ryan glared at him once again. He had only been over here for a few minutes but already it had been worth it. He turned back to mess with Ryan when he heard Daniel and his comments and started to laugh. He doubted that Daniel knew how loud he had been when he said that. Without a doubt Evan and Chris had heard him as well. This would make things even better. Watching Daniel blush and run off to his corner was hilarious. He was such a timid guy. He reminded him of a rabbit with his mannerisms. He turned back to Liv and smiled at her charmingly. "I do hope that Laura is able to make it to group. It was a shame when she had her incident earlier. She is such a sweet little thing. Kind of like the kid sister I never had and never really wanted. I enjoyed being the baby of my family." He moved a bit closer to Liv and watched Ryan tense. He was really pushing Ryan's limits today. He figured he had about another minute before the guy snapped and got physical. He pondered for a minute whether it was worth taking a beating to play some more. What the hell. It wouldn't be the first time and I do so love when he gets all wrapped up in that white coat and carted off. Yes, I think we shall see just how far I can push him today.
"So, Ryan, just what do you think will happen in group? Do you think that Chris will make things lively and that our little Laura will come back out to play with Liv?" He asked and ran a finger down Livs arm in a teasing manner when he said her name. The outrage and anger in Ryan's eyes was spectacular to see. Chess all but bounced happily on his seat as he waited for the explosion to come.
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Rolling his eyes at Liv, Ryan continued to count down. Chess had just under three minutes left before he got his ass beat. He glared at Chess when he turned back and only half paid attention to him. Liv was paying way too much attention to the bastard as it was. He did not know why she even tolerated him. He was a cocky little pyro Fuck that the world would be a better place without in his opinion. "Fuck if I care about group," he replied to Chess and then froze when he saw him touching Liv's arm. That son of a bitch had balls. Ryan had been going to go easy and only bruise him a bit before, however this changed things. Now blood would be spilled and bones possibly broken. No one touched his sister unless they got his permission and there was no way in hell that he would ever give it to Chess. He growled in anger, "Liv, you might want to move so that you do not get any blood on you." he said coldly and then locked in to Chess. "You are going to regret touching her you worthless waste of air." He raised his fist to punch Chess in the face when he felt a hand grab his arm and the sound of a bell come from the intercom. "I would suggest you not touch me unless you want some of the same." Ryan stated and then got quiet when he saw just who was holding his arm.
"Mr. Mason, it is time for group and I so would hate for you to miss it today by doing anything rash." Dr. Ashton said and raised his voice loud enough for the rest of the room to hear as well. "The bell sounded which means it is time for group so everyone needs to go down the hall to the meeting room." He turned back to Ryan and stated, "Why don't I accompany you down the hall. I am sure that your sister and Mr. Robertson can make it alone." Ryan simply nodded and let the Dr. lead him out the door. Not many people had his respect but this man was one of them. For some reason he just could not go against the man and always did what he requested. He felt the fight go out of him and with one last look behind him at Liv and Chess, continued down the hall to group.
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Fenris fought to maintain his control as he guided Ryan down the hallway. The little shit had come close to ruining things by letting his temper get away from him. Group was an integral part of the day and would both be missed by anyone no matter how gorgeous they were. Fenris was just thankful that so far his hypnotic suggestions had held true with Ryan. It ensured that the boy did not go against him no matter how out of control he got as well as a few minor things. With the hypnosis and meds it made him just a bit more malleable. Usually it did not matter to him how bad Ryan's temper was, but today was a different story. He had a new resident and the peace must be maintained. As one of the nurses passed him He said, "Could you go and retrive little Laura for us. It is time for group." he whispered further instructions in her ear before smiling and continuing down the hallway. Yes, he was quite looking forward to group today. With the tension between Ryan and Chess, Chris showing his other side, and as always the animosity between Evan and Daniel it bode to be interesting indeed.
