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sparrowofthesands​:

“See? That’s why you’re the best master. I’ve got a few spots, but I think I know the easiest one. So, I overheard one of them talking about hitting up the strip mall on the east side tomorrow.” As she spoke, she kept her attention on the ammo they were prepping. One little pinprick would cause a pudding pop all over the place, and no one wanted that. Would be kind of funny, but not the goal.

 After filling a few balloons, setting them aside to set, Tali pulls out her phone, and pulls up a floor plan of said mall, zooming in on a particular side hall with a service entrance. “So, I found out that this door is broken last week. Well, might not have been then, but uh… It is now. Not my fault. Anyway, those halls lead to everywhere in the mall, so I use ‘em to get to the roof, then I can pop out in almost any store and just… Walk out. But I think the best spot…"Panning the map to the food court, with its glass dome roof, her grin turns devilish. 

"Here. It’s inside, so there wouldn’t be a ton of people. Plus, with the right timing, it’ll ruin their food too. A little bonus!”

So long as the balloons last the whole day and through the travel the plan is perfectly solid not to mention the mall being an excellent location for something like this. Unfortunate for the employees, but- Akai can slip them some cash when no one is looking. Besides from the sound of these kids the employees might enjoy a little chaos. Or they’ll abhor it entirely. Hopefully not though. 

Akali leans over to get a better look at the map as she ties off the finished balloon. “Nice work apprentice, you’ve really done your research. When this plan goes off-” Akali chuckles. “You too will be a master.” There’s little else to advise Taliyah on over her plan. Everything seems thought out, and if somehow worse comes to worse- They’ll get out of it easy. 

“How are you going to make sure the balloons don’t pop before tomorrow?”

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"Okay, okay, so I've got a pack of water balloons, a small funnel, a box of instant jello, and a box of instant pudding. If we're quick, we can get it into the balloons before it sets, and then really make a mess. I figure it'll keep those stuck-up brats from giving anyone hell for at least two weeks. What do you think?"

Taliyah's eyes were bright and shining, despite the fact that the intended targets weren't even people she regularly saw. They had simply made her life hell for long enough that a little payback was needed, and who better to help than the master herself?

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sparrowofthesands​:

High praise from Akali made Taliyah smile, even more than the thought of pudding bombing some nasty girls. Honestly, it was such a waste of time and effort, but it felt so good. Plus it was a great hang-out opportunity. “Couldn’t have gotten this far without such a great teacher,” she replied. Much as she wanted to give a hug, now was the time to set all this up.

As she popped open the end of the other box, she pulled the pack of powder out, starting to grab bowls and mixers. “Alright, so it’s not too big a deal. I know a few rooftops I can sneak on to, so if you can set up some kind of distraction, then it’ll be easy to just drop the bombs on them!” Given that she already had the supplies and possible locations picked out, obviously, she had been thinking about this for a while. “Plus, if you’re on the ground nearby, then you’re in the clear as an accomplice.”

Akali nods helping Taliyah with her balloon bomb making as they continue to hash out the specifics. “Distractions are easy. I might get hit with the balloon’s too but it will be too hilarious not to be right down there when they drop.” Why yes, she does entirely mean she’s going to be down there drawing a crowd just for who she is.

It’s not something Akali usually likes to do, be seen by the public but- If it helps Taliyah, she’s game for it. Besides the hilarity of the situation will make it even better. “Just remember what I taught you about getting away, look casual hide the evidence of your shenanigans before you drop them. And find exits before you start.” She flashes a grin at her apprentice. “Where do you want me, I’m sure you already searched for the best rooftops.”

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"Okay, okay, so I've got a pack of water balloons, a small funnel, a box of instant jello, and a box of instant pudding. If we're quick, we can get it into the balloons before it sets, and then really make a mess. I figure it'll keep those stuck-up brats from giving anyone hell for at least two weeks. What do you think?"

Taliyah's eyes were bright and shining, despite the fact that the intended targets weren't even people she regularly saw. They had simply made her life hell for long enough that a little payback was needed, and who better to help than the master herself?

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The grin that spreads across her face is one that someone could call vicious. “My apprentice-” The pride in her chest swells as she looks at all the items and listens to the plan. “Has become a master.” With one nod of approval she looks back towards Taliyah. 

“They’ll definitely regret what they’ve done when they’re stuck trying to clean this out of their hair.” Akali chuckles flipping one of the boxes over to read the back gleefully. Oh yeah, those kids are gonna have a bad time and of all the ways to deal with a problem. This is one of the best to not get into any legal trouble. “Tell me what ya need me to do.”

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"Okay, okay, so I've got a pack of water balloons, a small funnel, a box of instant jello, and a box of instant pudding. If we're quick, we can get it into the balloons before it sets, and then really make a mess. I figure it'll keep those stuck-up brats from giving anyone hell for at least two weeks. What do you think?"

Taliyah's eyes were bright and shining, despite the fact that the intended targets weren't even people she regularly saw. They had simply made her life hell for long enough that a little payback was needed, and who better to help than the master herself?

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zzzz got hacked by a ray bans bot ig

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defiant-gladius​:

“In that case…” she finished the rest of teh drink in one sitting “I am glad to have your company right now, nothing befter to widn down that good company” she chuckled “Am I right?”

Akali huffs a soft laugh in return knocking back the entire drink in one go before responding. “Definitely.” Refilling both of their drinks Akali looks towards the tops of the trees. 

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defiant-gladius​:

Irelia stared back as the rouge revealred the rest of her face “Very…” she took a sip from the glass “How was practice today?” she offered an empty glass to her companion

Akali takes the glass as she rolls the question around in her mind. She fills the glass up and takes a sip. She then rolls the flavor of the alcohol around her tongue. “Long.” She murmurs, finally answering. “Very long.” It seems their days were the same.

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defiant-gladius​:

Blue hues stare at her for a brief moment, before accepting the drink “Thank you, ‘Kali”

Akali hums in acknowledgement as she pulls her mask down. “Long day?” 

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Drops next to her and offers a bottle of the good stuff silently. 

She lets out a tired sigh, she could use some strong alcohol right now

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Looks left, looks right. Sup?

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*salutes this blog* bye bye

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or mass purge and start anew hmmm

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- might just archive this blog and remake

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defiant-gladius‌:

The nighblade did not share Akali’s eagerness, she could feel the dragon spirit inside of her surging in anticipation. “Ready yourself, then” she snarled, rudely shoving the assassin to the side. With a movement of her arms a dozen blades rushed to the air, floating at her back in an intrincate array

At the shove, Akali steps back, gains her footing enough to backflip grabbing onto a smoke bomb( definitely not to show off or anything)- And then she throws it taking a deep breath through the filter within her mask, before grabbing a kunai from her pouch and flip her kama into a more ready position. 

‘look here’

The nightblade eye widened as the ninja tilted her head up, for a moment everythng stopped for her “’Kali… I…” she said softly, her head reaching towards Akali’s cheek

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defiant-gladius‌:

Irelia sighed while shaking her head “Why do you have to always be so feisty…” she put her faceplate back on, slowly, taking her time “Dont make me hurt you Akali…” she narrowed her eyes

“I’d like to see you try.” Akali’s smirking, index finger pulling her mask back over her face, where she raises an eyebrow in challenge.

‘look here’

The nightblade eye widened as the ninja tilted her head up, for a moment everythng stopped for her “’Kali… I…” she said softly, her head reaching towards Akali’s cheek

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defiant-gladius‌:

She frowned in response “What do you even mean with that?” her head tilted slightly

“I mean, that if you got something to prove. Prove it.” 

‘look here’

The nightblade eye widened as the ninja tilted her head up, for a moment everythng stopped for her “’Kali… I…” she said softly, her head reaching towards Akali’s cheek

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defiant-gladius‌:

Irelia backed off after such claim, she mockngly pu her hand over her chest “You offend me Akali, I consider you my equal, at least” she purred

“Want to put your fancy floating blades where your mouth is?” Her smirk has not dwindled at all.

‘look here’

The nightblade eye widened as the ninja tilted her head up, for a moment everythng stopped for her “’Kali… I…” she said softly, her head reaching towards Akali’s cheek

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defiant-gladius‌:

“You doubt my abilities, Rogue?” her eyebrow also rose in response, as she leaned even closer to the assassin’s, neck

“Hm, I think you doubt mine Nightblade.” The cocky smirk grows as she tilts her head slightly.

‘look here’

The nightblade eye widened as the ninja tilted her head up, for a moment everythng stopped for her “’Kali… I…” she said softly, her head reaching towards Akali’s cheek