shizoo
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Post by shizoo on Jul 30, 2013 17:37:39 GMT -5
Pumpkin considered his offer for a moment. He didn't look like a creep, but Momma had warned her often not to go off with strange toms-particularly to their dens. She smiled politely. "Well, I am staying with Miss Jenny at the healer's den, so I do not need a place to sleep, but I would appreciate help with finding my father. I also want help with something else." She looked him in the eye earnestly, "I want to become a protector for the tribe, but I need training. Do you know who the strongest, toughest female fighter in the tribe is?" She really hoped he would take her seriously & not fob her off with some excuse. She hated being tickled under the chin & being called a 'cute little thing'.
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Post by mika on Jul 31, 2013 0:46:03 GMT -5
Shawn nodded and smiled, "Good. don't want you on your own now."
He stopped for a moment, thinking about her request, which was reasonable. He sighed and thought about it for a moment. He could only think of one queen, which meant finding two people. He sighed and nodded, smiling, "Yeah. Let me find her for you."
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Post by shizoo on Jul 31, 2013 20:53:25 GMT -5
With her serious nature, Pumpkin watched the large tom. He seemed very nice, but she longed for . .more. She hoped she would find that with her father-if she could just figure out who he was. She also got the feeling he hadn't cared for her Momma very much, but the little princess chalked that up to his not having met her. If he had, he would have loved her Momma, she was sure. She trotted after him taking three steps to his every one, but she didn't complain. "So what is the name of this fighter? If you don't mind my asking, of course."
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Post by mika on Aug 6, 2013 14:17:55 GMT -5
Shawn watched her, then stopped her. "Remember that queen I was talking about?" He asked, smiling softly.
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Post by shizoo on Aug 6, 2013 17:32:54 GMT -5
Pumpkin stopped obediently when Shawn did. She regarded him with her large orange eyes. The little princess was breathing a bit hard from the exertion, & the rain had washed the blood & mud out of her fur-turning it to a deep reddish color. She cocked her head quizzically, but was too polite to question him about why they had stopped. "Yes sir, may I know her name please?"
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Post by mika on Aug 8, 2013 21:52:19 GMT -5
Shawn shrugged off his jacket and help it over her, "You're going to catch a cold if you don't get inside where its warm."
He sighed, "Her name is CJ. She's a great fighter and she can teach you the basics. But I have to find her first. Which means you go somewhere warm and get something to eat."
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Post by shizoo on Aug 15, 2013 12:31:35 GMT -5
The tiny cat stopped & fought not to shiver-she hated to show any kind of weakness. She looked up at Shawn, "I have never met a ladycat named CJ. Do you think she would be willing to teach me?" She solemnly contemplated his comment. "Do you wish to go to the healer's den? Miss Jenny said I could go there anytime I needed to."
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Post by mika on Aug 19, 2013 8:33:24 GMT -5
Shawn made a face and shrugged, "She might. I know she kind of taught herself...but she could at least teach you something."
Or at least he hoped so. CJ's mood really depended on the answer. "And one thing I need to warn you about her though: she's...probably not what you're used to."
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Post by shizoo on Aug 20, 2013 16:41:12 GMT -5
Pumpkin regarded him quietly for a moment. Sadly she answered, "None of this is what I'm used to. I miss my Momma a lot. Up until a week ago, it was just her & I. Now she's gone, & I'm here. Everyone has been very nice. .well, except for the nasty alley cats, but they don't count." The little orange princess crinkled her nose at the remembered horrible smell (& taste) of the alley cats who had accosted her earlier. "If Miss CJ does not wish to teach me, I will simply find another way." Pumpkin was quietly determined to meet her goal & become a protector for her new adopted tribe. She didn't know who or what had killed her mother, but she did know there were bad people out there who didn't care who they hurt. She wanted to be like Mr Grum, Mr Deep & now Mr Shawn-someone who solved problems rather than causing them.
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Post by morgisback on Sept 9, 2013 13:46:43 GMT -5
CJ had heard her name in passing. She had half the mind to walk away before anyone saw her, but she knew the voice. She hadn't been running from Shawn, more like avoiding.him like he was a bad problem. She peered at him from around the.corner and snorted.
Shawn made a sympathetic face, gently touching the young girl's shoulder, "It's gonna be alright. I promise."
She caught his attention from behind Pumpkin. "Oh...there she is."
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Post by shizoo on Sept 12, 2013 8:44:57 GMT -5
Pumpkin had been following what Mr. Shawn had been saying as well as observing the yard around them. Living on the docks had taught the little princess to be careful & cautious about her surroundings. You never knew when or where violence might erupt. Pumpkin watched the look the new queen exchanged with the male & wondered at the tension in the other female's face, but was too polite to ask. Instead, she bobbed her head formally, "How do you do, ma'am." she said quietly. "Mr Shawn was just telling me about you."
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Post by morgisback on Sept 19, 2013 21:13:35 GMT -5
CJ grunted, her form of making a noise. "So I heard. What the f**k do you want, Shawn."
Shawn cringed. He was in trouble and he knew it. She wasn't in a good mood and probably not in the mood for jokes or any "beating around the bush". "This little girl needs protecting."
"And?"
"I was hoping you could teach her."
"No."
"No?"
"I didn't f**king stutter."
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Post by shizoo on Sept 22, 2013 8:49:22 GMT -5
Pumpkin sat quietly watching the two adults argue. Curious, she studied the female, noting the tense posture & belligerant attitude with interest. She felt a pang of sorrow. She had seen females react that way before & had asked her Momma about it. Momma had said not always, but usually when someone was acting all tough with no real reason, they may have been hurt somehow. Softly the tiny princess intervened a little. "Forgive me for interupting. Miss CJ, actually, Mr Shawn has it a little backward. I am sorry Mr Shawn. What I need is someone to teach me to be a protector."
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Post by morgisback on Sept 22, 2013 16:59:30 GMT -5
CJ turned and glared at the kitten, making a face. "Where's your-"
"Oh, CJ, just...." Shawn made a sound, drawing the older woman's attention. "She needs someone to teach her how to protect herself."
CJ shrugged, arms crossed,"That's awesome ...I didnt get taught how to fight. You learn."
"With Training!"
"No, with getting your nose broke and you head slammed against the concrete."
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Post by eliaza on Sept 22, 2013 21:07:04 GMT -5
((mind if I bring Alonzo in here? He's been floating around in nowhere land for a while and this looks like a good situation for him to come join in on. XD If not, that's fine))
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