Olivia Boehm: *Nodding* Yeah. You bet.

Erin Madigan: "Not like I expect to see him again. Don't even know him."

Jaikula Freedom: "He is a cub... His mother is Fianna, his father I'm not certain... So I'm sure you will see him around again."

Erin Madigan: She shrugs. "Maybe so."

Olivia Boehm: I'll see him. He owes me a fair spar.

Jaikula Freedom: *He finishes his coffee and nods, then gives a slight smile..* "I'll be there the next time to make certain it is fair.."

Olivia Boehm: Kid shouldn't need a babysitter. He should be taught the rules.

Erin Madigan: She listens quietly to them, keeping her own thoughts on this to herself.

Jaikula Freedom: *He chuckles softly..* "Who said anything about babysitting.."

Olivia Boehm: Sounds like babysitting.

Jaikula Freedom: *Jaik stretches slightly and gives a slight grin, then looks around before he looks back to Erin and Olivia...* "I should be going dont spend too much time out in the cold.." *He stands and starts moving for the path out...

Erin Madigan: She nods to him. "Bye."

Olivia Boehm: Bye zappy man. *Big grin, bells on her hat chiming as she bounces*

Erin Madigan: "Zappy?" she looks to Livvy.

Jaikula Freedom: *He gives a soft chuckle to being called zappy man and makes his way along the path out...*

Jaikula Freedom: ((laters for now))

Erin Madigan: ((*waves* later))

Olivia Boehm: He did the zappy thing. Healed my ribs after the kid kicked my ass.

Erin Madigan: "Zappy?" still a little puzzzled but gets the point that he healed her somehow.

Aerin Thomas [PB 3]: One out, one in. He walks his way along through the Park to the inner reaches of the Sept, his staff tapping along the ground as he walks. The man's expression is a little tired, perhaps, as if he's missed sleep. But calm enough...especially considering the moon.

Aerin is a very average-looking person. He stands 5'11", and is a little bit thin at 145 pounds. At 28 years of age, he still has a baby-face, despite the goatee he's wearing, he is commonly mistaken for 18-20 years old. His hair, a medium-brown, goes down to about his mid-back, and is pulled back into a ponytail. As stated before, he has a very youthful face, with bright blue eyes that flash with intelligence and full cheeks. His right canine is missing, but that's neither here nor there. Something about his features suggests maybe a Welsh origin. He's dressed in a red lace-up shirt and black slacks, with steel-toed Doc Martins and a black leather trench coat over the whole thing.

Olivia Boehm: *Shrugging* It feels zappy.

Erin Madigan: "Can't say that I've experienced something like that. Usually let my bones mend on their own..." she smiles.

Aerin Thomas [PB 3]: He glances between Olivia and Erin as he approaches, nodding to each of them in turn with a warm smile. "Evening."

Erin Madigan: "Hello there," she smiles back warmly.

Corbin Justice: He walks into the Sept, his demeanor and posture self-assured as over, though his serenity is perhaps not so obvious, his expression a touch on the sad side. ((Got the sitemail, Erin-P. *S*))

Erin Madigan: ((Cool.))

Corbin Justice: He does smile, however, to the three in attendance, giving the first nod to Aerin. He shows respect to the other, as natural as breathing.

Aerin Thomas [PB 3]: He looks over to Corbin and nods to him. "Hey."

Erin Madigan: She is polite to the guy she remembered from last night being a bit on the serious side, and smiles to him, with a "Hello."

Olivia Boehm: Hi! I'm Livvy! *With the megawatt smile, apparently* ((need a DD?))

Aerin Thomas [PB 3]: ((Please, Olivia.))

Corbin Justice: Erin: "Hello, again." Serious then, yes, but he has a real smile for her today. The incident is left to the past, apparently. "Hi, Livvy."

Olivia Boehm: Hey! *Still bright smile turned on Corbin, wave added* How are you?

Olivia Boehm: *She is, in a word, petite. It's the preferable term, as "cute" may get you punched. She claims to be 5'1", though that may be stretching the truth a bit. Her German decent is obvious in fair skin and blonde hair that's often worn in low pigtails, which together with her size make her often mistaken for a child at first glance, rathar than the young woman she is. For the winter, her kitty hat in pink is always on her head* (( http://www.wodnyc.net/modules.php?name=coppermine&file=displayimage&pos=-413 PB2 hat at http://www.fishfishknits.com/hats/kittyhat.jpg ))

Corbin Justice: Olivia: He sighs. "I've been better, truthfully. Broke up with Paige last night. Mutual, but it still sucks." He finds a relatively dry place to sit. "How've you been?"

Erin Madigan: "Yeah, those mating things really suck," she says under her breath, but still just as cheery as ever.

Aerin Thomas [PB 3]: He leans against his staff, listening there quietly as a cigarette comes out from his trench coat pocket.

Aerin Thomas [PB 3]: "They can have their tangles," he quietly agrees.

Corbin Justice: ((That is a truly...disgusting hat. *LOL*))

Olivia Boehm: Oh. *Nose wrinkling* Ouch. See? This is why I stay unattached. *Wandering over and inviting herself to sit next to him* You wanna go get drunk?

Corbin Justice: d10: : 4,6,8,1,1,7,4,5,

Olivia Boehm: ((*G*))

Corbin Justice: He barely heard Erin, not enough to make out the words. "I didn't catch that?" Actually thinking she was talking to him and he missed it. He grins but shakes his head to Olivia. "I really don't drink much, Livvy."

Olivia Boehm: Then you'd be a cheap drunk. *Grinning back, but dropping it*

Erin Madigan: "Oh, I had a guy, but he was a different tribe and went off to be mated. So I'm here now to forget about him."

Corbin Justice: Erin: He nods, giving her a look that is completely sympathetic, even empathic. "She was kin of a different tribe. But we were just trying to date. We weren't ready to make the gigantic leap to mating." He looks to Aerin. "You've been around awhile," he says respectfully, "would you mind if I bounced something off you?"

Aerin Thomas [PB 3]: "Getting drunk can have it's perks, from time to time" he says with a casual shrug.

Aerin Thomas [PB 3]: He turns his head toward Corbin, nodding a little. "Absolutely."

Erin Madigan: She starts to say something, but thinks it's best to stay out of it.

Corbin Justice: Aerin: "In the mundane world, people date for months, get to know each other, date several different people in general maybe. But here, it's as if the person you start to date, you are announcing to the sept, this is my mate. Period. End of story. Am I misunderstanding? If I date a kin, or gods forbid, sleep with her, am I choosing my mate? That doesn't make any sense. How would I know from the very start that is the person to be with the rest of my life?"

Erin Madigan: She listens to what is said, definitely a sympathetic look on her face.

Olivia Boehm: *Looking over at Aerin too, then to her feet, picking at something on the heel of her boot*

Aerin Thomas [PB 3]: He blinks a moment, looking at Corbin, before he laughs a little, shaking his head. "Umm...Corbin, to be perfectly honest, I may not be the best person to ask for relationship advice. My...exploits of my relationships are kind of the things of legend around here. But..." He sighs a moment, considering the question.

Olivia Boehm: You don't get to pick who you love, kid. Or who you'll be mated two. You're better off accepting that they'll never be the same, and just let it happen.

Corbin Justice: "Well, yeah," he says reluctantly, having heard some scuttlebutt here and there, given the nature of renown. "But it seems I ought to find out the answer. I want to date, I would *like* to have a relationship, but I'm years away from choosing a mate."

Corbin Justice: Olivia: "I do have a choice," he replies. "It won't be arranged. I'm responsible for myself." And he's True Born.

Olivia Boehm: ....Yeah. *Looking vaguely amused, glancing to Erin and back*

Erin Madigan: "We screwed like rabbits in heat....and loved each other fiercely. But I knew by his tribe he'd have to eventually be mated. He's Get."

Corbin Justice: "Well," he concedes to Olivia, "I guess if I'm not mated by the time I'm 25, a mate will be chosen for me."

Aerin Thomas [PB 3]: "That's not necessarily true," he says to Olivia. "In fact, that's not necessarily true at all." He looks to Corbin. "There is a difference between dating and mating, Corbin. When one dates, one is attempting to discern compatibility for mating. It all depends on the tribe you hail from, and the tribe he or she hails from. Consider mating...something akin to marriage. It's not the same, and it goes deeper then that, for us. But it's a comparable thing. Some tribes are all about arranged matings...some aren't." He shrugs. "My tribe is very much not. Love is an important part of any mated relationship...almost any tribe would tell you that. The only question is whether that love develops before or after the mating."

Corbin Justice: He looks to Erin thoughtfully. "They wouldn't even consider you? Or was he kin as well?"

Erin Madigan: "He's a fullblood. Damn hot," she grins. "I'm a Fianna. Just different tribes have different feelings. Get are chosey."

Corbin Justice: He looks to Aerin, listening to him intently and relaxing a tad at what he's told. "My tribe doesn't normally arrange matings for True Borns. And often times not for Kin either." He actually smiles a little. That's not so bad.

Corbin Justice: Erin: "That's unfortunate," he says to her, and with genuine sympathy. He can understand. "How far away have you moved?"

Olivia Boehm: *She draws a knee to her chest, falling quiet*

Corbin Justice: ((PB 4 by the way, Rage lower than Will so he's not too difficult to be around.))

Erin Madigan: "He's in upper state New York. I mean, we weren't in love but yes, we did love each other and knew this would happen. Fianna tend to be very passionate and I'm only 21 ....I was a bit younger than him too. He's time came. But I felt the distance would help me. Plus I have family here."

Aerin Thomas [PB 3]: "Get are choosy." He nods to Erin, then looks to Corbin. "My take?" He shrugs. "Date...test the waters. Find someone you're interested in...but let them know from the get-go, it's not a mating from day one. Make sure both sides understand where each other is coming from, and what they're looking for. Honesty's important...if you don't have that, the relationship--or mating--is doomed from the start."

Aerin Thomas [PB 3]: ((Rage lower then WP here, as well))

Corbin Justice: Erin: "I hope things work out for you, I really do. So far, I've been impressed by the Nation in this city." He nods to Aerin, looking considerably relieved. "Thank you, I appreciate your advice. Paige and I both understood it was just dating, but her tribe was difficult about it. Understandably, I suppose. She's Uktena, I'm Shadow Lord."

Erin Madigan: "Enjoy what you can have, live for the moment. Life is short sometimes," nodding in agreement with Aerin. "But honesty is very important too in general."

Erin Madigan: "I'm not trying to get involved right now. Just find some work and get some money and get to know my family."

Corbin Justice: Erin: "In a relationship, I feel honesty is vital." He shrugs, almost apologetic. Like a Shadow Lord shouldn't be honest. "It's how I was raised."

Aerin Thomas [PB 3]: "Ahhh." He nods a little bit. "Yeah, tribal differences can make things problematic, as well." He looks to Erin and smiles, nodding to her. "Well put. And pardon me for not introducing myself..." That last said to both Erin and Olivia. "Aerin Dream Thomas. Fostern Philodox of the Children of Gaia, from the Sept of Gaia's Hand."

Erin Madigan: She nods, not sure what to say in his instance.

Erin Madigan: "Oh, I'm Erin Madigan. A kin with a knack for getting into trouble," she grins. "And sometimes speaking too much."

Catie (PB 3, feral app): *wanders into the Sept, carrying a few bags and her tote. in brand new boots. smiling cheerfully up to Lucas*

Corbin Justice: He blinks at Olivia. "Oh, jeez. I've never even properly introduced myself to you, what a bonehead." To both her and Erin, "I'm Corbin Justice Calms the Storm, Cliath Philodox of the Shadow Lords, and of the Dark Elements pack."

Lucas Kessington (PB 4): And Lucas is right behind her, caring far more bags. Some hers, some his but of course he's more then capable of holding on to them all... or so he hopes. The smile is returned before he looks around them.

Corbin Justice: He looks to the two arriving, and he grins as he sees Lucas, giving him a nod. Catie gets a smile as well.

Olivia Boehm: We weren't exactally in a place that you could. *Another smile, this one not quite as bright* Olivia Boehm. Daughter of the Fenrir. Still waiting. *Scowling a bit*

Corbin Justice: Olivia: He chuckles. "The waiting became a bitch after I turned 12. What moon were you born under?"

Aerin Thomas [PB 3]: He glances over at Catie and Lucas, smiling warmly to the girl and offering her a wave. Lucas gets an appraising once-over, then a nod, before he looks back to Erin and Oliva. "A pleasure to meet you both."

Jaikula Freedom: *Jaik's returning once more back to the gathering area, shaking his head slightly to something, a glance going over his shoulder for a moment before he looks around...

Erin Madigan: "Nice to meet you Aerin and Corbin. Sorry about how I acted last night too," she apologies to Corbin. "But guess I can see now why you were being a hard-ass with me. With those things on your mind. Being outta sorts."

Olivia Boehm: Galliard. I've been waiting since I was thirteen. I'm twenty one. You can about imagine how thin my patience is. *Looking over to Lucas and Catie, then back to Corbin*

Corbin Justice: Erin: "I was also a little ticked at myself," he confesses, "for not putting a stop to it. I listened to a higher ranking Garou, but I knew in my heart it should not have happened at all. Your belief was correct, it was just poor timing." He nods to Jaikula.

Lucas Kessington (PB 4): He teeters some when he comes to a stop behind her and quickly recovers. Nodding to those who do him and continues to remain dutifully by catie's side for the time being.

Catie (PB 3, feral app): *smiles happily to Aerin and gives Corbin a shy smile and nod back. the two women that she doesn't know get shy smiles of their own* goodness, Lucas...i haven't a clue where exactly we're supposed to take all the things for here. *chuckles ruefully*

Jaikula Freedom: *He pauses for a moment in his steps before he moves to sit against a tree where he can see the path in, a respectful nod going to Aerin before he nods to Corbin...

Corbin Justice: Olivia: A sympathetic nod. "But on the bright side, it should happen any day now. Have you tried to induce it?"

Catie (PB 3, feral app): *blinks a bit and waits for the people talking to have a conversational pause*

Olivia Boehm: *Offering Aerin the bright smile again, standing to shake his hand* Hi. Livvy.

Erin Madigan: She definitely gives Lucas a good once over when he gets into her line of sight, "Yummy," she grins. "So he's gotten be taken. That's how it always is," she laughs to herself and goes back to listening to Corbin and Olivia for now.

Olivia Boehm: *Nodding at Corbin with a chuckle* Yeah. Repeatedly.

Corbin Justice [PB 4]: Olivia: "Damn." He gives her a brotherly pat on the shoulder. "Hang around J.T." He grins. "Maybe he'll annoy you enough. Just kidding."

Aerin Thomas [PB 3]: He shakes Olivia's hand, before his cell phone beeps with a text message. He looks down and flips it open, reading the message and sighing. "Speaking of relationships...there's mine. We need milk and rice, it appears...I suppose I'd better go pick them up, before I forget." Yeah, this one's a happily domesticated animal. He nods to those around. "Olivia, Erin...nice meering you. Corbin, good to see you again."

Corbin Justice [PB 4]: "How have you been Lucas? And Sabra?"

Corbin Justice [PB 4]: "Safe shopping, Aerin, and...thank you." A respectful nod.

Catie (PB 3, feral app): *blinks at Erin and takes a breath.....glances to Lucas and down again, blushing brightly. clears her throat* excuse me....but does anyone have an idea of where we should put presents for the Sept as a whole? *a slow blink* some of them are edible. i'd rather they didn't spoil and all....

Erin Madigan: She smiles to Aerin. "Bye," waving. "Nice to meet you. Good advice too..."

Olivia Boehm: You'd think! *Laughing* I'm staying at his place. He's pretty annoying.

Corbin Justice [PB 4]: Catie: "Simon Gentle, I believe, is the person to look for."

Olivia Boehm: Nice meeting you! *Good mood clearly restored, waving at Aerin*

Aerin Thomas [PB 3]: A nod goes to Jaikula before he looks over to Catie. "Nice timing there...I was just leaving." A rueful grin, before he moves to her, reaching to give her a completely chaste hug. "I'll see you around, though." A last nod to Lucas, before he moves to head off.

Catie (PB 3, feral app): *smiles warmly to Aerin* give my love to Miss Ita, Mr. Aerin. *chuckles softly* and please, try to figure out what she would like for Christmas for me? *eyes twinkle* because right now, all i can think of is a dog-proof bed and very good earplugs....

Erin Madigan: "I'm new here. I don't know what's what to this place yet. I'm Erin Madigan by the way..." to get the introductions out of the way.

Lucas Kessington (PB 4): "Doing well, and Sabra is well off too." he says with a nod. And then looks to Aerin as he makes to leave and gives him a nod.

Catie (PB 3, feral app): *hugs Aerin back, bags and all* oh! hang this somewhere in your house! *sets down bags to fish soemthing green from her tote. eyes definatly twinkling*

Aerin Thomas [PB 3]: He pauses a moment before leaving, so Catie can retrieve whatever he's supposed to hang.

Jaikula Freedom: *Jaik watches them quietly, a glance going now and then to the path before he rests back against the tree, eyes closing listening..

Catie (PB 3, feral app): *hands Aerin the green thing with an impish grin* be safe, sir. *tilts her head at Corbin* thank you. mmm....i think we met, but i don't think we've been introduced? i'm Catie. this is Lucas. *smiles happily up to Lucas*

Aerin Thomas [PB 3]: "You too, Catie. And please...Aerin. Not sir." A warm smile, before he moves off, heading out of the Sept. ((Thanks for the scene, all))

Erin Madigan: ((*waves* Thank you! :) ))

Corbin Justice [PB 4]: Catie: "Considering the location," he smiles, "I'll be formal. I'm Corbin Justice Calms the Storm, Cliath Philodox of the Shadow Lords, and of the Dark Elements pack."

Corbin Justice [PB 4]: (Bye!))