eliaza
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Post by eliaza on Aug 10, 2013 8:54:05 GMT -5
((eep!! Sorry!!))
Alyssa gave a small gasp, though in truth she wasn't all that worried about his mention of danger. "Catnappings, huh? That sounds...wizard." She never was as concerned about things as she ought to be. "Yes," she giggled, winking at Victoria, "It's a good thing we have a strong tom to protect us!"
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Post by X2 on Aug 10, 2013 16:19:31 GMT -5
Tommy nodded along with Alyssa. However, when she mentioned 'Wizard', he had to stop and give her a peculiar look. No doubt his friend would have known exactly what she meant. "Hold on...wizard? Looking to Victoria he gave her a puzzled look,"Do you know what she means?"
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ShirQuickpaw
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Post by ShirQuickpaw on Aug 21, 2013 14:38:46 GMT -5
Victoria had the grace to blush, her ears starting to fill with a pinkish glow and she quickly hid her nose behind her paw when she could feel the warmth there as well. She shook her head slightly no to Tommy's question. She hadn't understood Alyssa either, but she thought that she didn't recognize the word or phrase for her own grasps of the English language ... or better the lack of it. After Tommy had asked she could no longer hide her lack of knowledge.
"I don't know. But ... but wouldn't wizard not mean ... what is the word... bizarre?"
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shizoo
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Post by shizoo on Aug 22, 2013 13:15:49 GMT -5
Deuteronomy paced forward silently, deep in thought. The leader was usually honest with himself-or at least tried to be, & this crisis was bringing some facts to his attention that he'd been successfully ignoring for some time now. Namely Victoria & his less than fatherly feelings for her. He rubbed a paw through his mane tiredly. He couldn't seem to help it. The beautiful queen had been on his mind ever since the Ball, when it was demonstrated that she was certainly no longer a kitten & so attractive it made him ache. He stifled a small sense of joy that she hadn't completed the mating with Plato & then scolded himself. Plato was a handsome young tom, of course so were Munkustrap & Tugger. A queen as sweet-natured, lovely & graceful as Victoria would have her pick of the available toms-well except for one sticking point, George/Yuri. Her brother seemed to need the final word where his sister was concerned. As much as Old D wanted her to be happy, he wasn't sure he would be able to hide his feelings if George picked a tom that was totally unsuitable for her. Then he grimaced, realizing his feet were taking him directly to Victoria's favorite private dancing spot. He knew she went there often when upset or disturbed. He shook his head, laughing at himself. His feet had apparently headed straight there after discharging his duty to the new queen. So much for distance & subtlety. The large Maine coon looked up as he heard voices coming from the area by the pipe. . she wasn't alone then? Ignoring the slight sting of disappointment, he paced into the area (automatically sucking in his stomach & taking a regal stance, while his tail flicked back & forth) He saw Victoria & two others, one a young strange tom & the other a small female, he thought her name was Alyssa, but she wasn't one he knew well. He smiled & rumbled a hello in his deep voice, "Greetings my Jellicles, how fare you?" ((I hope no one minds Old D popping by))
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eliaza
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Post by eliaza on Aug 22, 2013 22:04:27 GMT -5
Alyssa realized they hadn't understood her. But then, she hadn't quite understood herself. "Er... It's some bit of human lingo I picked up," she said sheepishly. "I looked in a book once, and wizards were these old men with pointy hats who did magic. Hey, kinda like that tom... Mr. Mistoffelees?" Her face brightened. "So...so maybe... Maybe it means, 'That's magical.'" She shrugged, then turned around when Old Deuteronomy came up. "Hello, er... Mister Old Leader Deuteronomy," she blundered slightly, confusing her words, with somewhat of a nervous grin. She felt slightly intimidated by the kindly leader for some reason. Maybe because he is so giant! She felt tiny next to him. Looking at the others, she asked them, "We fare pretty good, right?"
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Post by X2 on Aug 23, 2013 0:34:39 GMT -5
The silver tabby/burmese shrugged right along with Victoria, but his thoughts, smile and just about everything else faded as someone new and unfamiliar and...big came into view. His head tilted and his mouth hung open. "And who might you be?" His words had gone far ahead of his thinking. But as an afterthought he realized that although Alyssa was a bit surprised, she didn't fear this new tom. He wasn't sure if she admired him, he couldn't quite make out what she was feeling or displaying, but he knew it wasn't fear. And taking a small peek over at Victoria, she seemed to be quite at ease with the older tom as well.
"Sorry...You're...also a Jellicle? Obviously I'm new here. Brand new, as in...only an hour or two." His spirits did lift slightly. If this tom was important, and he was old so he had to have been at the tribe a while, and anyone in a gang or tribe for a while eventually became important. Then he'd know his way around, and could (he hoped) lead him back towards the infirmary where he had come from before getting lost. And he might also have information on Merton. "Umm....yeah...fare." He spoke slowly, more confused by the expression, but content to sound agreeable.
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Post by ShirQuickpaw on Sept 10, 2013 14:11:58 GMT -5
Victoria first frowned slightly with the newly intrusion in what she considered her private area in the junkyard, but as soon as she realized who had come to join them, her features melted into a warm smile. Almost automatically she whispered in a musical voice the phrase from the ball ...
"I believe it is Old Deuteronomy..."
before she quickly moved to his side, taking one of his paws and pressing it against her cheek in greeting. she took a deep breath to savor his scent which always made her feel so protected.
She heard Thomas ask who the Old Deuteronomy and she turned her head while, just like she did during the ball, she settled against the big tom's side. She smiled warmly, when she answered him.
"But Thomas, this is Old Deuteronomy, the leader ... our leader of the Junkyard Jellicle tribe. He is widely known as a wise and gentle leader and he has the power to offer the choice."
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eliaza
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Post by eliaza on Sept 11, 2013 20:36:33 GMT -5
Alyssa's eyes widened. "The Choice?" she echoed, perplexed. She had not yet heard of anything called The Choice, but it sounded important! "What's The Choice, and who gets it?" she asked eagerly.
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Post by shizoo on Sept 12, 2013 9:47:11 GMT -5
Deuteromy's heart stumbled a little at Victoria's lithe warmth suddenly being pressed against his side. His arm automatically curved around her tucking her just a little closer, & his face creased in a warm smile. He settled down comfortably on a nearby platform, solicitously making sure Victoria was comfortable first. The large male inhaled her sweet scent & closed his eyes for a very brief moment to savor, before addressing the young ones. Looking down at Alyssa, he cocked an eyebrow, then included Thomas in his warm gaze. From the boy's innocent face, Deuteronomy could tell, he didn't know much about the Jellicle traditions either. His deep rumbling voice softly filled the area, "The Jellicle Choice is a duty laid down by the Great Cat, & it is a grave responsibility. Once a year at the Jellicle Ball, a cat is chosen to be reborn & come back to another Jellicle life. I have the honor & responsibility to choose that cat from all the worthy & wonderful Jellicles. " The Maine Coon cuddled Victoria again, nuzzling the top of her head affectionately. "Do you have any questions?" he asked the other two.
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eliaza
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Post by eliaza on Sept 12, 2013 12:26:44 GMT -5
Alyssa nodded. "Hmm, Jellicle Choice, new life, got it. That sounds terrific!" When Deuteronomy asked if they had any other questions, she shook her head, then looked at Thomas. "Hey! What about that dude... Merton?" She turned back to Deuteronomy. "Tommy's lost his best friend and can't find him," she explained, not even considering whether or not Thomas even wanted to share this. Why wouldn't he want to? Maybe Deuteronomy knew where Merton was, he was super-old and knew everything, right?
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Post by X2 on Sept 28, 2013 21:12:48 GMT -5
Thomas had heard something about a Choice, and that it was obviously very important. If he had heard right, Tommy was more interested in keeping the life he was living now, as he had barely begun to live it. So with his mind made up, about that, he nodded his head in agreement with Alyssa. "Could someone point me back in the direction of the...Healer's Den?" That was where he had left Merton, so he hoped the tom was still there.
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ShirQuickpaw
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Post by ShirQuickpaw on Nov 17, 2013 19:09:40 GMT -5
Victoria seemed to relax almost visible next to Old Deuteronomy. Resting on her side leaning her shoulders and head against the leader's massive form she radiated the regalness and serenity of the Egyptian sphinx. Her face held a gentle smile as she listened to the conversation, her eyes closing softly each time Old Deuteronomy presented her with a small affection.
Never did she feels so at ease or protected when she was near to a male except when next to the Jellicle leader. Here she felt utterly save and ready to face anything life may throw at her. This showed in her stance while she resided next to him while he explained the choice to the others.
When Thomas asked for the way to the healer's den, her ears pricked up and she somewhat raised herself into a more sitting position.
"The healer's den? Why - Aunt jenny has her den right in the center of the junkyard. If you are in the big clearing and look at the tire, you only need to turn to the right and you see the entrance to the healer's den."
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Post by X2 on Nov 18, 2013 17:22:03 GMT -5
The silver tabby tom looked between Old Deuteronomy and Victoria, his eyes travelling so often towards Alyssa. However, since Alyssa was new too, he figured she wouldn't know the way to the Healer's den. Despite seeing the small affections and looks passed between the leader and the white queen, Tommy was completely oblivious to the meaning behind them. After Victoria spoke, Tommy's face lit up. "Right at the tire. Okay, thank you." He said a brief farewell o the others there, and then turned to go find Merton. He could only imagine the type of trouble the younger tom was getting into without his backup.
[Exit Tommy]
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eliaza
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Post by eliaza on Nov 18, 2013 19:58:21 GMT -5
Now this was awkward. Alyssa hated being the third person, especially when the other two knew each other really well, and she was the new one. Especially when they were being so familiar. Forcing a wide grin, she waved to Old D. and Victoria. "Well... I'm gonna... go explore. See ya!" She dashed away, not sure where she was actually going. Maybe she'd follow Tommy and meet that Merton person.
((exit Alyssa))
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Post by shizoo on Nov 18, 2013 22:29:33 GMT -5
Deuteronomy looked a bit nonplussed as the two younger cats politely scampered off. His heart lurched as he belatedly realized he was left alone with the lovely Victoria. Talk about temptation! The large male wasn't sure being alone with her was the wisest move, but he couldn't bring himself to leave. Swallowing through a suddenly dry throat, he looked lovingly down at the beautiful white queen, searching for something to talk about--well something other than the words he'd forbidden himself to say. He tucked her against his side & stroked her mane softly. "Tell me little one, why did you leave us so suddenly earlier? Was it something I did or said?" he asked a bit anxiously. Despite Feathertail's attempts to engage his attention, he had been more focused on Victoria during that rather uncomfortable interview. While it was true, he'd been in love with the older queen at one point, those feelings had long since died & new tender ones for Victoria had sprouted in their place. A ball of dread knotted in his stomach as he awaited her answer.
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