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« ∫ AARON.

➳ |{ He watches Gideon with some unnameable pride – even though they’re subtle, small acts tenderness that Gideon’s showing towards his new feathered friend, Aaron hasn’t seen him so nurturing in quite a while. The two are gruffly kind, a little cantankerous sometimes, and completely perfect for each other. He can’t help but echo Gideon’s laugh as Zipporah grumpily emerges to check on her owner – or her friend, more like.  “Maybe you two are just too good of a match,” he says, eyes twinkling. 

« ∫ Gideon watches as Zipporah wiggles her way out fully in order to see Hotch better.  “We tolerate each other,” he half-jokes, the same sort of twinkle in his eyes.  “Just barely, but we tolerate each other.”  Zipporah hoots again, puffing up her little chest and staring Hotch down.

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« ∫ AARON.

➳ |{ The feeling is entirely mutual. He’d felt more lost without Gideon’s sensible, reassuring presence than he’d like to admit. Hotch is glad that Gideon’s found some good company, despite said company’s squawky nature. 

“Seems like everyone’s getting Pokémon these days,” he muses, watching the little tuft of feathers that’s all he can see of Zipporah shift and grumble. “I’ve wondered about getting one myself, but I haven’t got the faintest idea of how to go about it. How’d you find Zipporah?” 

« ∫ “She was the one who found me.  I decided to take a trip down to District Mu to catch a Pokémon––didn’t matter which one––and I brought some food along.  She dove down to get it and hurt herself, and after a little bit of bickering, she let me help her and give her some food.  She just kinda tapped the Pokéball after an hour or so.  Dunno why; she seems to be constantly irritated here, either with me or the environment,” he sighs lightly as Zipporah crawls out to look at Aaron once more.  

     She squints, looking between the two of them, and then nuzzles up to Gideon with quiet chirps, having heard him speak sadly, which does not please her.  Gideon snorts out a quiet chuckle, shaking his head as he pets Zipporah’s head gently.  “And then she does something like this.  I can’t figure her out for the life of me.  Maybe she’s just a teenager in Pokémon years.”

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« ∫ YOUNG WOMAN.

      WHAT A PAINFULLY AVERAGE INDIVIDUAL. Wrinkled and wasting, he ought to turn soon. While she could care less for the objective of this experiment, she had gathered the assumption that any chosen participants were proficient in their own rights. Rare was the blatantly ordinary person; from monsters to superhuman mortals, characters of these calibers inhabited most residences. All he owns is his sharp gaze. “Do I fascinate you? Or is human observation merely a hobby of yours?”

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« ∫ “Everyone fascinates me in some way or another, and it’s part of my job to watch people––to make sure there aren’t any problems.  Why do you ask?  Did I make you uncomfortable?  If so, I do apologize,” Gideon responds smoothly, gently petting Zipporah’s back as he subtly meets the challenge she proposes.  The little Rowlet turns to see the newcomer, cocking her head and hooting boldly in an almost confrontational question.

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« ∫ AARON.

➳ |{ Aaron can’t help but smile, touching his now disheveled hair gingerly in the absence of the prickly little feet.   “It’s good to see you, Jason,” he says. “Is this beautiful lady a friend of yours?” He watches the little bundle of feathers huddle down and disappear (mostly) in the recesses of Gideon’s coat. “She picks her perches well.” 

« ∫ “She’s beautiful and an impulsive, absolute brat, but yes––Zipporah belongs to me; she’s one of those Pokémon that roam around here, and I think she’s a Rowlet.  I’d just call her a very fluffy barn owl with a leaf bowtie, but that’s just me.”  He gently pets the soft feathers on Zipporah’s head, and she seems to relinquish some of her crabbier countenance.  

     “I’m still trying to get her to learn to behave herself,” Gideon looks pointedly and tiredly down at the orb of bird in his jacket, “but she’s got a fierce will.  Now I know how people feel around me.” He wants to laugh, but it’d be completely humorless.  “Regardless... it’s good to see you too, Aaron.  I missed you.”

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« ∫ DEADPOOL, YOU’RE ONE STRANGE MAN.

Deadpool is completely ready to get drunk off his ass on eggnog or some traditional wine during that one part of Hannukah where the family passes down a single wine glass through the family. He’s always ready to get drunk off his ass on any alcoholic beverage, but he’s only recently rediscovered the joys of being drunk.

“It’s a date. I’ll be over in sector 5 in...” he checks his watch. “Oh shit, two days ago. Hope you don’t mind me missing the lighting of the first two candles cuz somebody can’t be bothered to get to his drafts.”

« ∫ Gideon has absolutely no idea what Deadpool’s going on about, and so he decides to let the man babble.  He shakes his head a little with a laugh.  “I don’t mind,” he says simply to placate any possible worries.  “Just come over this evening when you’re able.  In the meantime, I’m going to go grocery shopping and make some dinner for Zipporah and I.” He’s surprised how quiet the little Rowlet has been––and then he realizes it’s because she’s over playing with some other Pokémon nearby.

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« ∫ YOUNG WOMAN WHO PROBABLY ISN’T HUMAN.

“It’s not the bad behavior that needs to be weaned, but poor instincts.” Yes they were definitely a little too well-cared for. Even Shyarly would let her sharks alone for a few days at a time so that they could learn to fend for themselves again. Bring a pet to a fancy place like this and it would learn to expect the same level of pampering. “Else your bird will make a snack for any predator wearing something shiny.” Well, that was all how she saw it anyway. 

Taking the plate as it was offered, she fell back on the couch. “Ah, much appreciated.” Shyarly daintily dipped a meat kebab into some sauce before not so daintily shredding it in her mouth. Back to the topic at hand. “So can I take it that this is your first time at such an event?”

« ∫ Gideon watched her devour the food with quiet horror, expertly wrapped up and hidden, face instead showing a thin, tired smile.  “Yes, it is my first time; I’ve only been in this city for a month or two.  But I’ve got to disagree with you; Zipporah’s still a little hunter, she’s just also sassy and needs to learn that she can’t just poke around people’s clothes like that and expect that to be treated as fine.” He gives his Rowlet a pointed look, and she screeches at him quietly.  She feels bad enough!

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« ∫ KIRBY.

“Oh…! Kirby is warm and thankful now.” He snuggles down against his granddad. “One day, Kirby will get… will get his powers back. One day, and then, it won’t be so cold.”

« ∫ “Don’t worry about it,” Gideon waves it off.  “Until you get your powers back, I’ll be here for you.”  This little alien’s adorable; he can’t help it.

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« ∫ KIRBY.

“Too cold… to move… Kirby misses Fire powers…”

« ∫ Gideon will do what he does with Zipporah; up Kirby goes into his lap and wrapped up in his warm sweater.  “There we are.”

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« ∫ “Happy Hanukkah!” He’s been a little too busy with Zipporah to celebrate with others, but he’s dutifully said the prayers and lit the candles on the menorah in his window.

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« ∫ CHECK YOURSELF.

So she had misjudged him a little. “Oh? Still going to be a recluse after you’ve seen all these splendor. And all the free food.” Knowing that, he seemed more like the type to get along with her roommate. Great, just the type of men she needed more of in her life.

Peering at the bird creature with one eye, she didn’t wait for the man to scold it or reach for it before she gave it a quick flick to the forehead. It wasn’t the kind thing to do but fear was a good teacher for beasts. “Your pet has lost it’s natural instincts.” 

Only a domesticated animal would think it safe to approach a shark––a hungry one at that. Shyarly leaned back and cupped her hands over her stomach. “Think you can fetch me one of those snack platters?”

« ∫ "Please don’t flick my bird; I’ll do the job of scolding her bad behavior, thank you,” Gideon said, trying to keep his voice civil.  Sure, Zipporah needed to learn better manners, but flicking wasn’t how.  “She was just interested in your dress and was marveling at how pretty you look in her own special way.  I stopped her from pecking off the sequin.”

     And this was why he stayed in his damn lane and kept to himself.  Begrudgingly, he leaned towards the next table over and grabbed a small snack platter for Shyarly.  “Here.” As soon as she took the platter, he plucked Zipporah off of her lap, subtly keeping her pretty close to him.  She did not complain this time.

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« ∫ AARON.

➳ |{ Aaron’s on an early walk when he hears the faint, soft flutter of wings behind him. He doesn’t even manage to duck before a round little mass of feathers descends on his head, sharp tiny feet tangling in his hair.   He bites back a yelp and catches a glimpse of a small, owlish face before his attacker hoots, unbothered, and settles firmly on his head. 

“Hello there,” he says, feeling a bit ridiculous. “To what do I owe this pleasure?”

« ∫ She swivels back and forth, very content with the way things are going.  Not only is this man tall, he’s warm underneath her feet!  This is perfect for her; she hates the cold and it’s cold in this stupid human park.  She hoots again, taking in the park.

     “Zipporah, good God,” Gideon groans, walking over.  “Get off of Aaron’s head, please.  You’re being rude,” he scolds his Pokémon and holds out his arm.  She crouches low and clacks her beak twice; she likes this perch and she will keep it!  Gideon does not flinch, having grown used to this by now, and she reluctantly acquiesces, fluttering onto his arm and then walking down to bury herself in his coat with a sad hoot.

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« ∫ YOUNG WOMAN.

Shyarly rolled over in her seat, almost striking a pose before she just let her arms sag. Cute bird creature, must have been one of those Pokémon, though she thought having them roaming out of their balls was uncouth. All hers were Sharpedos that just stayed in the water. “Oh yes, all of them. I make it a point not to miss out. You skip one and you’ll be behind on all the gossip for months.” Not to mention most people got invitations or brought guests and turning down those offers was just plain rude for all the hard work the hosts put in.

“Plus its nice to have something normal to look back on when the stranger incidents begin.” There hadn’t been something like that for a while, so they were due for another soon––and Shyarly was not looking forward to it. She’d be worried if anyone was. “You look like you get out often. Know any events that I’m missing out on?”

« ∫ Gideon held back laughter.  “Absolutely not.  I keep to myself most of the time, but I thought that it might be at least interesting to see a brief moment of happiness in this city.” He’d only been there a couple months and already could tell that it was going to be a wild and excruciating ride, if the first “event” proved anything.  

     Zipporah hooted, hopping down into Shyarly’s lap and looking up at her with wide, interested eyes.  Quiet chirps left her beak as she felt the soft, shiny material of the dress, and as she gently pecked at a sequin.

     “Zipporah, don’t do that,” Gideon scolded gently, nudging his hand under her face to her great displeasure.  She fluffed up her feathers, but surprisingly didn’t peck his hand.  She just grabbed it with a foot and hooted unhappily.

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« ∫ YOUNG WOMAN.

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“I’ll see you later, Marie.” Shyarly waved to her small squid friend as they entered the party. They had come together but time in the car ride was enough to catch up on everything that was important. Splitting up to do their own thing was the plan. 

Shyarly studied the crowd, looking for the most comfortable seat that gave her a nice view of the ballroom to catch any exciting developments. It was too early for dancing or drinking. So she had to pick someone to socialize with for now. Other people stuck with their friends, but Shyarly was always looking to make more––friends, enemies, whatever.

When the nearest human passed by a little too close, she reached out for their hand. “Hey, come over here and talk with me a little.” An invitation to sit and chat with a giant beautiful mermaid was unlikely to be turned down by anyone.

« ∫ The earliest times of a party were the ones Gideon liked best, as everyone was too busy settling into the groove to be loud ( and possibly obnoxious ) just yet.  With Zipporah on his shoulder and hooting quietly in his ear, he began to survey the room for the best space to observe and eat a good meal.

     A woman’s voice broke his concentration, as well as a gentle touch to his hand.  He looked to his right, spying a very tall young woman, maybe in her late twenties, wearing a very beautiful blue dress and a series of shell-themed jewelry.  Gideon studied her face for a moment; she seemed genuine and possibly likable, and so he sat down beside her after a moment, Zipporah fluttering onto the table with a small screech, annoyed that he’d stopped walking around.

     “Sure.  Have you been to many events like this in this city?” he asked.

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« ∫ SPENCER.

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he hadn’t expected to see gideon here. it hadn’t seemed like his sort of party.  he slipped away from tobias to greet the other, adjusting his bow tie, though it was still crooked. “I didn’t think you’d be here.”

« ∫ “Sometimes it’s fun to watch people,” Gideon shrugged, glancing at his friend before going back to watching partygoers dance and talk and laugh.  “Plus, Zipporah was getting cranky at the apartment.  I thought I’d go to let us both have a little fun” He gently pet the little Rowlet in his lap, who watched all of the colors and people with wide eyes, absolutely enchanted.

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hey, guys!  sorry about the silence.  i’m comin up on finals as well as the end of the semester, so i’ll have more time in juuuuust a couple of days!  this goes for all my other blogs, too.

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