Michelle (Rauko): ((hmmmm)) *well she'll be skiterig, though this time rather just right next to Aerin, keeping close*

Aerin Thomas: He makes his way around Central Park at Michelle's side, dressed in his usual get-up...the less casual one, not the business look. Meaning, green lace-up shirt, slacks, and his Doc Martins, the trench coat over it. He carries his infant daughter as they walk together, little Tori looking around with wide eyes...it's one of the first times she's actually been in the Park, and Aerin seems to be enjoying bringing her to visit. He looks over to Michelle as they walk, smiling to her. "You doing, okay, Michelle?"

Nathaniel Dikastis -> Aerin Thomas: This a private scene?

Corbin Justice: (INDIGO!)

Corbin Justice: He walks into the park, a casual stroll, bored.

Nathaniel Dikastis: (Sorry, already got it :P)

Aerin Thomas -> Nathaniel Dikastis: ((Apparently not. *G* Come on in.))

Michelle (Rauko): *Nods softly to Aerin, peering to the baby girl, rather more at easy then usual right now* yes.. y,you?

Michelle (Rauko): ((eeehck *hides behind Rav* they multiplied!))

Gavriil Kazimir: (blue!)

Madeline Dane: ((They're brothers, they can match))

Nathaniel Dikastis: He walks down the sidewalk with Madeline, heading to the park.
"I think I should call Corbin, he's my brother. He'de know who we need to talk to. I only know one that I think is your family. If he don't know, bet Mercury would."

Corbin Justice: He shoves his hands in his jacket pockets as he walks.

Madeline Dane: "Better than what I'll find on my own. And I'd really hate to start calling people I do know for that kind of little thing."

Aerin Thomas: He shrugs a little bit as they walk, his attention on the happily gurgling girl for a moment before looking up to scan around. Always paranoid, even here. "I'm still standing," he murmurs to Michelle.

Nathaniel Dikastis: (I'll change then, per usual)

Gavriil Kazimir: Climb down off the cross Veronica, I told you...a 100 times already that I was just joking. *takes a long drag from his cigarette and lets the smoke out slowly*

Nathaniel Dikastis: "No problem" He takes out his cell, and taps a number, dialing Corbin.

Corbin Justice: He glances around only briefly for a moment, then flips out...a pack of cigarettes and a lighter, shielding the tiny flame from the wind as he lights up.

Aerin Thomas: d10: Per+Alert: 3,5,8,1,5,9,

Michelle (Rauko): *Odd eyes peer faintly around, then lightly up to Aerin, with a little tilt of her head*

Gavriil Kazimir: (*makes a notes. Ponyboy smoking cigarettes...check*)

Michelle (Rauko): (if ya need the desc again, poke me=P))

Corbin Justice: d10: : 1,9,3,1,10,3,4,3,

Nathaniel Dikastis: (*Blinks* Since when did he start that habit? Is he sneaking Nathaniel's smokes now? :P)

Aerin Thomas: Not so alert...he notices a few people milling about, pausing to watch them for a moment...waiting for them to get closer. See if he needs to...react.

Corbin Justice: He didn't see anyone as he lit up, and he exhales, suppressing a small cough.

Gavriil Kazimir: (it's affecting his senses!)

Corbin Justice: ((*L* Find out IC. *G*))

Nathaniel Dikastis -> Aerin Thomas: (sorry, didn't mean to bring a crowd! lol)

Nathaniel Dikastis: *RING RING* as Corbin chokes.

Corbin Justice: He walks on, only vaguely in the direction of Aerin and Michelle, more at an angle than directly, and it doesn't look purposeful.

Madeline Dane: (( http://www.wodnyc.net/modules.php?name=coppermine&file=displayimage&album=1&pos=76 )) Currently wearing tight blue jeans and a Queen/Highlander T-shirt, with a thick green jacket

Michelle (Rauko): ((hmmm))

Michelle (Rauko): d10: perl-aelrt: 3,2,2,5,3,9,3,

Corbin Justice: As Anarchy in the U.K. rumbles out of his phone, he checks the number and answers. "Hey, bro."

Nathaniel Dikastis: He pauses by the gate. "Damn, where is he? He usually picks up by now."

Michelle (Rauko): ((*pokes RAv for making her roll ;) *)) *she is peering around, and the girl with the TrueBorn.. keeping close, just that.. not really paying atention around seems*

Aerin Thomas: ((Madelines a military man? *G*))

Nathaniel Dikastis: (anyone need his DD, let me know) "Hey Corey, I got someone I think you might want to meet. We're at the park."

Veronica Santangelo: Strides carefully over the cracked pavement, giving Gavriil a look of pure scorn. "I've told you, it will take more than your argument to convince me, and make up for the shit you said." He wanted to go see if there was any new information, so she's grudgingly gone along, at least accepting it as part of her responsibility.

Madeline Dane: ((Gol darnit, someone must have just uploaded something.))

Michelle (Rauko): ((*tugs Madeline* your pic is changed no longer that one))

Nathaniel Dikastis: (ROFL!)

Gavriil Kazimir: Excuse me for pointing out what you flaunt for all to see.

Aerin Thomas: His eyes fall on Corbin and he relaxes just a little bit, watching the man approach.

Corbin Justice: "I'm at the park, too." Hastily drops his cigarette, smushes it out, and then tosses the remains in a trash bin as he talks. "Not far from the entrance. Take a left."

Madeline Dane: http://www.wodnyc.net/modules.php?name=coppermine&file=displayimage&album=1&pos=77

Nathaniel Dikastis: "Oh cool, that's perfect. Now if I can just find that Aerin guy, we're set. See ya in a few." He clicks the phone shut, then offers his arm to Madeline. "He's already here, come on."

Michelle (Rauko): ((grumbles)) *she stops, peering to Corving as Aerin does and sliding faintly closer to him*

Michelle (Rauko): ((to Aerin that is))

Gavriil Kazimir: (two Michelle's...oh the humanity!)

Madeline Dane: "Central Park isn't quite qhat I expected of New York."

Nathaniel Dikastis: "Why is that? Figures people stuck up in these big buildings would want at least a little green somewhere."

Corbin Justice: "Uh, Aer---" And he gets hung up on. Sheepish grin at Aerin and Michelle. "Evening, folks. My brother is on his way here. He was hoping you'd be here, Aerin."

Veronica Santangelo: Well, doesn't really have grounds to debate that. Hearing voices other than their own, looks around.

Aerin Thomas: "Corbin," he says to the nearby man, watching the man calmly as he approaches. His arms shift just a little bit, cradling the infant in his arms a little bit closer.

Michelle (Rauko): (8*giggles to KF* it'll be better!))

Madeline Dane: "Good point." She lets him lead, since she doesn't know where she's going.

Aerin Thomas: "Oh?" His head tilts to the side, brow raising curiously. He seems at ease, albeit maybe a tiny bit distant suddenly. "What's up?"

Nathaniel Dikastis: He walks with her down the pathway in the direction Corbin instructed.

Gavriil Kazimir: No cutting comeback Veronica? *he takes another drag from his cigarette before putting it out on his palm and tossing it in the trash*

Michelle (Rauko): *agian a fleeting peer to Corbin, murmurs* goodeveningSir* staying close to Aerin, eyes lowered*

Corbin Justice: "I've no idea. He says he has someone for me to meet, then said he needed to find you, and hung up." A sudden smile. "Is that your daughter?"

Nathaniel Dikastis: d10: Perc/Alert: 5,8,5,7,2,

Corbin Justice: "It's good to see you again Michelle," he says, automatically in a quieter voice.

Aerin Thomas: "This is her," he says, looking to Tori with a smile. Toward his daughter, his expression softens, becoming more gentle, more expressive. "This is Tori Dream." Tori looks over at Corbin silently, blinking twice as she takes the teenager in.

Michelle (Rauko): *a tiny nod to Corbin, just peering lightly towards him*

Nathaniel Dikastis: He spots shadows of the group, thinking he recognizes his brother's form, and moves toward them.

Veronica Santangelo: Gavriil: "If you wish to continue exchanging insults, then I'll fucking leave and you can find someone else to play with."

Corbin Justice: He steps closer unless Aerin tenses again, and holds out a forefinger for Tori to wrap her tiny hand around. ((Rage is less than his WP and isn't high to begin with. *S*)) "She is absolutely beautiful. Look at those big eyes!"

Madeline Dane: "Is that them?" Seeing the group that Nate is walking them towards.

Aerin Thomas -> Corbin Justice: ((S'okay, this one's kin or Garou anyway. *G*))

Nathaniel Dikastis: "Yeah, that's Corey." He chuckles. "Oh hell, this is really your night, that's the guy I was talking about with him."

Michelle (Rauko): *quietly in place, even as those yellowish red eyes peer towards the two apraoching, bakcs so very faintly, still quietly*

Gavriil Kazimir: Have I insulted you tonight Veronica? *he asks wish a raised eyebrow*

Corbin Justice -> Aerin Thomas: ((Yes, but infants sometimes react. *G*))

Corbin Justice: d10: : 3,6,4,2,8,8,2,4,

Madeline Dane: "I need to go buy a lottery ticket tonight, don't I?"

Corbin Justice: He notices the arguing couple not far from here, and he sees Nathaniel approaching, smiling big when he sees a girl with him.

Nathaniel Dikastis: "Yeah, maybe you do!"
He nods to the group as he steps up to them. "Evenin'. What did you do, Corey, go hunt him down for me?"

Aerin Thomas: He doesn't tense, just looks up and watches Corbin. Very closely, as he comes closer and extends his finger. As there's no hostile motion from Corbin, he doesn't seem to get more worried. Tori, on the other hand, seems delighted by the idea, and reaches out to take hold of the offered finger.

Aerin Thomas: d10: Per+Alert: 3,8,7,8,10,10,

Gavriil Kazimir: *he takes note of the gathering, picking out a few recognizable faces. The Lordling and the timid kinfolk standing out. He glances towards Veronica, surely she recognizes Ponyboy as well*

Michelle (Rauko): ((*giggles* Corbin is likely to get bitten slobered and pulled at))

Corbin Justice: "Well, I was going to tell you he was here, but you hung up on me." He smiles warmly at Tori, his eyes crinkling at the corner and almost as adoring as if she were more closely related to him, gently wriggling his finger in her fist. "Hello, I'm Corbin," he says to Madeline with a smile, looking her over. Hm.

Aerin Thomas: Aerin flicks his eyes around for a moment, and in that moment, he sees all. He notes Gavril and Veronica arguing, and Madeline and Nathaniel approaching. Eyes flick from one group to the other, appraising both momentarily. ((Oh, btw, all. Pure Breed 3 here.))

Gavriil Kazimir: (Did Michelle use antibiotics on her Anette bites?)

Michelle (Rauko): ((*blinks to KF* washed well....?))

Nathaniel Dikastis: d10: Perc/Alert: 9,2,7,4,6,

Veronica Santangelo: "Last warning Gavriil." Not using a nickname as she normally does, attempting to distance herself emotionally from a confrontation." She stops in place as they come upon the group of people, scanning them over in case she recognizes any.

Corbin Justice: ((PB 4 *S*))

Madeline Dane: She whispers to Nathaniel before they get there. Smiling as they approach.

Michelle (Rauko): ((=P PB 3 and naninani *S*)) *she reaminds slightly behind Aering as it starts to get crowded, silently listening and peering*

Nathaniel Dikastis: He sniffs at Corbin, and frowns. "You smell like cigarettes, where you been?" He nods then to Aerin and Michelle, remembering how he had upset the girl before. His manner tones down a bit. "This is Madeline Dane." Looks to Aerin. "She's lookin' for her family here."

Aerin Thomas: ((Aerin would have demanded it, and used Mother's Touch on the wounds to make sure.))

Gavriil Kazimir: *he shakes his head at Veronica* I said I was sorry. *well not in those words but close enough. He nods to the gathered group when the draw near* Evening Michelle. *he greets the kinfolk with an odd stare*

Michelle (Rauko): ((then she did....*nods* ))

Nathaniel Dikastis: (Put this before his last post) He chuckles, and whispers something back.

Aerin Thomas: ((That's part of the forum post that I have...yet to make. *Hangs head*))

Corbin Justice: "Um, pool hall," he lies quickly.

Madeline Dane: Madeline offers her hand to each in turn, not knowing who really is more important yet, she just starts from left to right. "Madeline Dane. Danny."

Veronica Santangelo: (PB2, photo in gallery :)

Gavriil Kazimir: (haha, I was just being silly I'm sure with Anette's ferocious strength of 1 her bite was quite vicious)

Corbin Justice: He nods respectfully to Gavriil and Veronica. Nope, hasn't taken his finger back from the baby's fist yet.

Michelle (Rauko): *glances to Nathaniel and the girl with him... nods softly, still quietly, till Gavriil gets closer... she DOES slides closer to Aering, fatinly so if it, before murmuring* GoodeveningSir

Corbin Justice: Crosses one arm over the other to awkwardly shakes Madeline's hand.

Aerin Thomas: Gavril's stare gets a look from Aerin, and he fixes his gaze on the man, his own stare getting an intensity to it. Momentarily, Madeline and Nathaniel are forgotten.

Gavriil Kazimir: (Pure Breed 3 since we're all getting in on the act)

Aerin Thomas: ((The anti and MT still stands. You're talking about the most paranoid Garou in New York here. *G*))

Corbin Justice: ((Gavriil's PB is negated. *S*))

Madeline Dane: ((Pure Breed of .. em... nothing.))

Nathaniel Dikastis: He gives a curious look to Gavriil and Veronica as they approach, nodding to them then politely.

Gavriil Kazimir: *he stares back at Aerin for a long moment but not in a confrontational fashion* Me and Michelle are good friends. *he says to the man but his tone is hardly reassuring*

Nathaniel Dikastis: (Same here then, PB 3)

Veronica Santangelo: Looking a bit downcast, an expression seldom found on her face, she manages a smile for Corbin, and a polite nod to the rest, letting the Garou speak. Corbin: "Whose child?"

Gavriil Kazimir: *he looks towards Corbin next* Corbin yes? We've met before. *they actually spoke for a good while that one day but his tone would imply he doesn't recall what about*

Aerin Thomas: "Mmmm. I'm sure." His eyes narrow JUUUST a little bit. Watching him with that same, intense calm.

Nathaniel Dikastis: Sniffs again at Corbin, mutters. "What did you do, bro, roll in an ashtray then?"

Michelle (Rauko): *Well she is staying lightly behind Aerin, and so much with him between her and Gavriil, the others just getting a litle peer again*

Gavriil Kazimir: (Bow down to the Silver Fangs! Usurpers!)

Aerin Thomas: The girl in his arms notes the tension coming from her father, and she starts to make a few plaintive sounds.

Corbin Justice: Gavriil: "Yes, and you're Gavriil. It is good to see you again. This is my brother, Nathaniel." Taking the finger back and then elbowing his brother as he keeps going on about the cigarette smell. "She's Aerin's," he says to Veronica.

Gavriil Kazimir: *he offers Aerin a pleasant smile, but it seems quite insincere, almost a bit predatory*

Michelle (Rauko): *Peering to the little girl, fidgetes lighty, peering then to Aerin, does wishper* I..isfine *well should, right*

Nathaniel Dikastis: He nods to Gavriil again, but notes the tension between the two men. "Nice meetin' ya."

Aerin Thomas: d10: Per+Emp (Gavril): 9,8,3,2,5,8,2,

Gavriil Kazimir: Your brother? *he eyes both Lordlings for a long moment before he tilts his head momentarily* Nice to meet you Nathaniel. *he makes no gestures of politeness but his tone isn't hostile*

Aerin Thomas: ((Yeah, Aerin'll get RIIIIIGHT to bowing down...oh. Wait. Never mind. *G*))

Madeline Dane: Anyone that doesn't seem to want to shake hands, she'll just skip and not push it.

Michelle (Rauko): ((*blinks*))

Gavriil Kazimir -> Aerin Thomas: (He has an air of superiority. Like he expects respect simply for being what he is. ((He's a Silver Fang just a lil FYI)) )

Nathaniel Dikastis: He meets Gavriil's eyes, but not confrontational.

Corbin Justice: d10: per empathy Gavriil: 10,5,4,6,9,4,3,

Michelle (Rauko): *Michelle will glance to Made, fidget lightly and well.. IF offered will take the hand with hesitation*

Aerin Thomas: "Michelle, could you...?" Not taking his eyes off Gavrill, he turns his body just slightly to offer the slowly more agitated Tori

Corbin Justice: Madeline: "How long have you been in the city?"

Nathaniel Dikastis: d10: Perc/Lore (Gavriil): 2,10,8,4,

Corbin Justice: Looking away from Gavriil now.

Gavriil Kazimir: *he stares plainly back at Nathaniel* Yes?

Madeline Dane: "I arrived a couple weeks ago. Got a lucky break when I found your brother."

Nathaniel Dikastis: He nods to himself at something, just confirming what he already suspected.

Michelle (Rauko): *She immidiatly reaches for the baby girl, nodding, taking her and cuddling the girl close, trying little soothing noises with her*

Veronica Santangelo: Recognizing Nathanial from the club, her "Good evening." is far more cordial than Gavriil's. She looks from Aerin to Michelle, then at Madaline, never having seen her before. "Excuse me, arrived from where?" Trying to get in the habit of making small talk.

Nathaniel Dikastis: He blinks his eyes then at Gavriil. "Huh? Yes, what?"

Aerin Thomas: Tori handed over to Michelle, he looks back to Gavriil. A small smirk hits his face and he shakes his head, looking back over to Madeline, Nathaniel, and Corbin. "I'm sorry...that was rude of me. You guys were saying?"

Nathaniel Dikastis: His attention shifts to Veronica, and he gives her a smile. "Hey Veronica."

Gavriil Kazimir: *he narrows his eyes at Nathaniel* Did you want something? Have something to say? *the words usurper are implied by his rather friendly tone...wait..unfriendly*

Corbin Justice: Aerin: "Nathaniel just introduced us to Madeline here, who is looking to hook up with her family in the city, as I understand it?" The question to Madeline and Nathaniel.

Michelle (Rauko): *And with the baby in her arms, the girl does seem to be less fidgety, well some, protective of the little girl, she backs with her a bit more of the growing tense men, staying close Aerin still*

Madeline Dane: "Washington. State that is. A small town about 20 minutes from Seattle."

Nathaniel Dikastis: He looks over at Gavriil again, and has to bite his tongue before he pops off something.
"What else do I need to say? I said nice to meet ya. Only thing I wanted to say was to introduce Danny." His tone isn't hostile, or unfriendly, but definitely not as easygoing as before.

Corbin Justice: "Danny? Didn't catch that. Is that your nickname?"

Aerin Thomas: "Behave," he says as an aside to Gavriil. Not looking toward him. "Respect those beneath you...all are of the Goddess. Correct?" You'd almost forget the one-time near-Ronin was a Philodox, until you hear the ease with which those words roll out of his mouth. Only then does he look over to the man, brow raising slightly.

Gavriil Kazimir: Nate: Just curious as to why you're feeling so bold as to glare at me. *perhaps over stating by using the word glare*

Veronica Santangelo: Deliberately moves herself in front of Nathaniel, shaking her head minutely. "If you're upset with me still, don't take it out on Nathaniel, Gavriil." Madaline: "Are you here for a visit or a longer stay?" Her eyes shifting to the woman as she asks the question, then back to Gavriil.

Nathaniel Dikastis -> Aerin Thomas: *Sighs* And there he goes again... Nathaniel doesn't seem to have a lot of luck with Garou! He was just looking at him to see if he was True Born! lol Remember that scene with Joshua? And now he is dating a pack member of his. Their next meeting should prove interesting.

Madeline Dane: Corbin: "Yes."

Gavriil Kazimir: *he glances towards Aerin he knows the litany as well* If I become disrespectful...it'll not be reserved or controlled. *perhaps he believes he's being inoffensive*

Madeline Dane: Madeline stays where she's at. Gavriil hasn't addressed her, so she doesn't speak up in that situation. She seems to want to move away, but makes the effort to stay where she's at. "Hopefully I'm going to be making a life here."

Gavriil Kazimir: I thought it was you who was upset with me Veronica. *he says to her matter of factly*

Corbin Justice: His gaze levels on Gavriil. "He didn't glare. And with the baby present, I'm asking you politely to not continue to try to start something. It is not appreciated or appropriate."

Nathaniel Dikastis: He doesn't drop his eyes, but isn't flat out staring, or glaring, simply looking at Gavriil, although there is a harder set to his eyes now.
"I wasn't glaring, believe me, I was just trying to figure somethin' out, 'n I did. I wasn't being bold, but observant. Not doing that can get you hurt."

Michelle (Rauko): *Keeps the baby close, still making soft, little sotthing noises to her... really trying to distract her from the tense men in front, slightly behind Aering.. a bit backwards in case anything*

Gavriil Kazimir: *he looks towards Corbin* You're kidding right?

Aerin Thomas: "If you become unreserved and uncontrolled, I'll put you down." Said with a surreal calm. He looks away from Gavriil, back to the trio (and Veronica). Still, he remains between Gavriil and Michelle.

Gavriil Kazimir: *he looks towards Aerin* Do as you see fit.

Corbin Justice: Gavriil: "No. I'm not," he says quite calmly. "We are meeting Danny and animosity is simply out of place right now."

Madeline Dane: OK, after Aerin starts talking about someone being 'put down', Madeline takes a step back. She can't help that.

Veronica Santangelo: Madaline: "Word of advice; mind the grates walking in heels." Gavriil: In as reserved a tone as she can manage under the circumstances, without trying to provoke him further. "Right now I don't think I'm the only one upset with you."

Nathaniel Dikastis: He notices Madeline's move, and shifts his body so that he is slightly in front of her, especially at the direction the conversation suddenly turns.

Aerin Thomas: He doesn't respond to Gavriil at that point, the man's words falling on deaf ears. "So, Madeline...you're looking for your family? Any idea who they might be?" A smile to her...not entirely warm, current circumstances considering, but not remotely hostile or cold, either.

Madeline Dane: She smiles at Veronica's attempt to lighten the mood a bit. "I work at a dinner, I only wear heels on fancy dates."

Michelle (Rauko): *Odd eyes peering towards them... she seeks in her baggie for something shiney with blunt endges so Tori plays with it safely and pays no heed to them*

Corbin Justice: He takes his cue from Aerin and returns his attention to Madeline.

Madeline Dane: Aerin: "You, I think. Or he thinks anyway." Indicating Nate with a tilt of her head.

Gavriil Kazimir: *he smirks at Corbin* Don't presume to know my mind boy. I do not hide behind pretty words or innocent facades. I speak plainly, if I seek conflict...it will be most obvious. *he then turns to Veronica* Veronica the peace maker, your new set of skills continue to impress me.

Michelle (Rauko): *and a little glance to Nathaniel, there is for a second a fleeting smile, she is still keeping behind Aerin*

Nathaniel Dikastis: He takes the hint and also closes off his attention to Gavriil, although he still keeps the man in view in the corner of his eye, not wanting to get a sucker blow.

Corbin Justice: He glances at Nathaniel, a shared look, but ignores Gavriil.

Nathaniel Dikastis: He nods slightly to Corbin.

Gavriil Kazimir: *he scoffs at Corbin* Typical Lordlings.

Aerin Thomas: "Really?" His smile widens a little, becomes warmer. Easier, a bit. "How nice. Where do you come from...Seattle, you said?"

Corbin Justice: A glance around, then a bland look at Gavriil. "Careful." Returns focus to Madeline. Another look-over, maybe he missed something the first time. Nope, doesn't seem like it.

Madeline Dane: "Yeah. Well, just outside it."

Nathaniel Dikastis: Mutters softly. "Shit... just once, a little peace."

Veronica Santangelo: Has enough sense to limit her insults out in the open. Her mouth opens to tell him off, but it seems everyone else is purposely ignoring Gavriil..maybe that's the right tact to use. Turns her head to watch Michelle for a moment, her surprise showing that the shy, flighty girl was given charge of the baby.

Madeline Dane: She smiles at Corbin, obviously not minding attention.

Gavriil Kazimir: *he smirks at Corbin* Take your own advice.

Aerin Thomas: "Ignore him. It'll bother him more," he says calmly to Corbin, before looking back to Medline with that same smile. "Very cool. I'm actually from not far from there, originally...just south. Portland. How are things in the Pacific Northwest?"

Michelle (Rauko): *she is.. if all.. focusing on the tiny girl, soothing, distracing her... seeming oddly calm with her in arms*

Corbin Justice: He smiles back at Madeline. Here we go again. They always fall for me. Sigh. He glances at Nathaniel.

Gavriil Kazimir: (*LOL* I love that about Corbin)

Corbin Justice: He suddenly grins at Gavriil, then shrugs to Aerin. "I don't really want to ignore him, he's rather fun, but I'll try."

Aerin Thomas: Aerin's confidence in Michelle's care of his daughter is evident in the fact that, in her arms, he's not checking back every couple seconds to see that she's handling him okay. There is no doubt in his frame or expression of the girl's abilities.

Madeline Dane: "I'm not sure. Wasn't really much in the loop to begin with.. too young, and the last couple of years not really at all."

Nathaniel Dikastis: (Oh no, tell me it ain't true. Danny, you can do better! *nodsnods*)

Corbin Justice: ((Sometimes, thought posts simply are needed. *nod*))

Michelle (Rauko): ((*he is deluded ;) *nodnod hugs Corbin*))

Michelle (Rauko) -> Aerin Thomas: ((mmeep Tori is a boy or a girl? me though was girl?))

Madeline Dane: ((Oh no. A girl smiled at him. Need to get him a t-shirt that says 'don't feed the horny teen'))

Gavriil Kazimir: *he turns his attention back to Veronica* So Veronica, will you ask your tribe mates what became of your friend? Perhaps they've heard from her. *the stuff about the tribe mates obviously an insult*

Aerin Thomas: ((Handling HER. Not handling HIM. Gods, now I'm changing the sex of the supplemental characters. *Thuds*))

Nathaniel Dikastis: Mutters quietly to Corbin. "Try, Corey, huh? I would love just actually having a conversation for more than five minutes without someone starting a fight or something."

Gavriil Kazimir: (The best was Corbin and Sadie, that was absolutely hilarious)

Corbin Justice: ((*LOL*)) He does glance back at the baby, a sudden gentling of his smile. She's so cute...hm, and Michelle really isn't bad eith---AHEM! Glances back to the group. Quickly.

Michelle (Rauko): ((*giggles* hugs Rav*))

Nathaniel Dikastis: (better than changing Aerin's sex)

Michelle (Rauko): *Smiles softly to the baby girl, is a faint gesture but visable, she is stayin b ehind Aerin, even if she looks calmer right now, lettin the girl play with shineys*

Corbin Justice: Nathaniel: Soft whisper, "I'm not starting anything. He's kinda cool." Shrug.

Nathaniel Dikastis: "And you are kinda ignorant at times"

Aerin Thomas: "Got it. I actually meant in general, not...in the special way. But that works too...I didn't actually get into the loop until I hit almost 20."

Veronica Santangelo: Gavriil: He did ask a direct question.."No, I haven't. I'm be..well, not beginning, but I don't know how long she expected her trip to be...I fear she may not be coming back."

Corbin Justice: He glares at Nathaniel. "Oh, go soak your head, Natty," he says matter of factly.

Madeline Dane: "In general? The weather sucks, prices are sky high, and the big malls are closing in favor of strip malls. But I don't think any of that is news." She smiles sweetly, certainly a bit more at ease with normal conversation.

Madeline Dane: "Natty?" A glance at Nathaniel.

Nathaniel Dikastis: He gives Corbin a nice grin, but whispers to him. "Be glad he is here, or I swear I'de kick your ass for ya."

Michelle (Rauko): *A fleeting glance to the brothers, which is too to Aerin and beyond him, kinda checking if things got calmer... she focuses on the baby again*

Gavriil Kazimir: *he raises an eyebrow at Veronica's response* You're naive Veronica. You've had more than ample opportunity to find out what's transpired. Ask them...or are you afraid to find out? Maybe she's just out of town...but she didn't seem the type to just leave a friend hanging.

Corbin Justice: Veronica: "Who is that?"

Nathaniel Dikastis: He rolls his eyes, and looks to Madeline.
"Ignore him, Danny, at times he's like a fungus that talks."

Corbin Justice: Madeline: "He loves being called Natty as much I love being called Corey." Smirks at Nathaniel. "You would try. You would lose."

Aerin Thomas: "Sadly, not," he says with a rueful smile. Nathaniel and Corbin's banter draws a moment's attention, but little more, as Madeline is the focus. Perhaps he's enjoying talking to another potential Tribemate, or perhaps it's the proximity of their origins. He sighs and runs a hand through his waist-length hair. "I keep go back and visit, one of these days, but I'm afraid I'll just get depressed."

Corbin Justice: A glance back at the baby, looks to Aerin. "Um, Aerin? How long has she been outside? It's a little cold; I don't want her to get chilled."

Madeline Dane: "It's the fog. Or maybe the smog. Or both. It does that to everyone."

Nathaniel Dikastis: "Remember, Corey I know all your weaknesses." He says it jokingly, though it is the truth. He quiets down a little then, as Madeline and Aerin finally get to talking good.

Corbin Justice -> Aerin Thomas: ~And yes, if Aerin has empathy, Corbin is genuinely warm towards Tori and concerned about her well-being. He seems to like kids a lot.~

Veronica Santangelo: Gavriil: "And you're a shit." Ok, so maybe she is afraid to know, this way she can still cling to denial. Corbin: "He meant Sadie, the bartender." Lots of ways to describe Sadie, but opting for occupation doesn't give more room to insinuate.

Michelle (Rauko): *Another little glance to Corbin, then to the baby, tilting her headn and letting her cheeck touch the baby's, well she does carry for her sister... and what she usually brings might be huge for the baby, Anette's sweaters will keep her warm, keeps the baby close and starts digging in her bag again*

Corbin Justice: Nathaniel: "Don't make me write to Grandma about you." A biiiiiiiig, wicked grin.

Aerin Thomas: "Not long," he says to Corbin. "We drove here, and got out straight into the park. She's also bundled up pretty good." He looks at the man with a momentary look, nodding gratefully at his concern, before looking back to Madeline. "Probably both. More the smog, though. I like fog."

Nathaniel Dikastis: He gives a curious look to Veronica, turning something over in his mind. "Ya know, I ain't seen her around, when did she leave on the trip?"

Corbin Justice: Veronica: "Sadie?" Tall, gorgeous, older, huge crush on him. "Oh, yes, Sadie, I remember her." He frowns. "I haven't seen her in awhile, but I don't hang at the club much. Or at all, really."

Corbin Justice: He nods to Aerin.

Aerin Thomas: Sadie? Tribmate to Corbin? He blinks and looks to Veronica, eyes intent on her for a moment. "Sadie Blackfoot?"

Michelle (Rauko): ((*giggles* babies hipcup when cold.. is SOO cute *nods*))

Gavriil Kazimir: *he smirks at Veronica* Losing your edge Veronica? *she's usually more caustic and outspoken*

Nathaniel Dikastis: Sideways to Nathaniel. "Shuddup, she always liked me better, I'm the sweet sick one."

Michelle (Rauko): *adds the sweater to the buddle after checkign the baby cheeks again, and odd eyes peer to Aerin at Sadie's name*

Gavriil Kazimir: That's her, she always looked like she wanted to drive a knife into my heart...it was...refreshing.

Nathaniel Dikastis: He has to really bite his tongue then.

Nathaniel Dikastis: (Eh... that was sideways to CORBIN. Ravyn whatever you have is catchy!)

Corbin Justice: Nathaniel: "You're sick, alright." Triumphant smile. But then he looks to Gavriil, a slight grin. "I think she had that look for a lot of people."

Veronica Santangelo: Draws a breath, then nods to Aerin. "Yes, that is her name." Nathaniel: "A couple of months ago. She wasn't very forthcoming about her plans, but she said there was a possibility that she might not be..able..to return."

Aerin Thomas: "Shut up," he says to Gavriil, nothing pleasant in his tone in that instant. He looks back to Veronica a moment. "You know Sadie? What did kind of plans did she have, that you know of?"

Gavriil Kazimir: She was one of the few honest of your kind out there. *said to Corbin with a friendly smile. Of course insincere*

Nathaniel Dikastis: He frowns, thinking over the time frame.

Corbin Justice: Veronica: "That's kind of odd."

Corbin Justice: A glance at Gavriil. That's something to tell his Galliard, get the word out there of the insult to the Tribe.

Nathaniel Dikastis: "Shit..." Bites his tongue again, rocking back on his heel.

Gavriil Kazimir: *he notes Aerin's tone but he doesn't seem put off by it and he doesn't seem to take any implied threat too seriously. He doesnt' do anything disrespectful such as smirk or scoff, but he doesn't react in a respectful manner either*

Corbin Justice: Nah, never mind. He obviously dismisses the insult, turning back to Veronica and Aerin.

Gavriil Kazimir: d10: Per+empathy(Ponyboy): 3,5,4,2,4,

Gavriil Kazimir: *he simply shrugs at Corbin's look not getting any kind of read on the boy's glance*

Veronica Santangelo: Tucks her hair behind her ears, a somewhat nervous gesture. "She was living with me for a while." Inhales, with a look to Nathaniel. "Revenge. Beyond that she refused to elaborate, but it was someone she had enmity towards. She's a very independent woman, and was taking the matter in her own hands."

Corbin Justice: Veronica: He looks a little disturbed by that. "And she gave no indication of where she was going? We should do a...we should do a search. Spiritually. You know."

Michelle (Rauko): * alight fidget,.. she remembers quite few who dind't like Sadie, and focuses on the baby again, pulling out kleenex to clean her chin a little *

Aerin Thomas: "Well, that narrows it down." He takes a deep breath and sighs, a bit of tension creeping back into his frame. "She wanted revenge on half the people in New York."

Madeline Dane: Madeline breaks down and eases a bit behind Aerin to look at the baby. Not too close given how protective he does seem, just a peek. Besides, that conveintly puts all the hostility on one side, and retreat easily on the other.

Aerin Thomas: "Or at least did until the last time or two I saw her."

Nathaniel Dikastis: He looks to Veronica, trying to ignore the big mouthed Garou, the man must be a Raggie and can't help himself.
"Do you know the last night she worked at the club?"

Gavriil Kazimir: Sadie had some skeletons in her closet, she wasn't exactly forthcoming with that information, nor with what she had planned for the future. But she did try to help out Veronica...I'm at least curious as to what became of her.

Michelle (Rauko): *and yellowish red eyes peer a moment to Made*

Madeline Dane: She blinks at the eyes for a moment, curious, but doesn't say anything. Mostly her attention is on the baby though.

Corbin Justice: Gavriil: "So am I. Do you have knowledge of the," says quietly, "Rite I'm thinking of?"

Gavriil Kazimir: To find someone? *he shakes his head* I am no theurge..but I've seen the ritual done..but more intimate knowledge I do not posess.

Aerin Thomas: "Sadie had a lot of skeletons," he says quietly. Aerin doesn't tense any further when Madeline gets close to Tori & Michelle...he just looks back breifly, then to Veronica. "And she always thought one day they'd come up and bite her in the ass. Does anyone know what happened to her children?"

Michelle (Rauko): *Doesn't knw Made, but as long as she doens't seem to close, stays calm with the baby, still playing with her and the shinneys she got out for her to entertain with*

Corbin Justice: Gavriil: "Same here. But we could try to..." Head whips around to Aerin. "She had kids...?"

Veronica Santangelo: A light nod of agreement with Aerin's comment, she moves closer to Corbin, speaking quietly. "She spoke with me, and to Gavy some..but. She did say Craven was the only one she had informed of her intent. I understood that he knows where she went, and very likely who she was...after. I was told to keep it to myself.." Looking upset, may have made an error in judgement.

Michelle (Rauko): ((mmeeek.. I need to fade for a few mins..*S* Michelle stays behind Aerin, quietly, *hugs* with the baby till he wants her back of he decides is time to leave or i come back =P))

Corbin Justice: He looks uneasy, glancing over to Nathaniel. "But Craven...never said a word..." He looks profoundly disturbed.

Nathaniel Dikastis: That shadow in his eyes again, Veronica's words disturbing him.

Aerin Thomas: "Yes, Corbin. Two children. Saved from the Derabka Ver. I know they were in a safe place, though I'm not sure where." He frowns. "Possibly Finger Lakes...I know she went there to...heal after her experiences with the Derabka Ver."

Gavriil Kazimir: (Beware sending Anette back to school Michelle! Muhahahaha!)

Corbin Justice: Aerin: "I'll find out who has them. They should be raised with people who will truly care for them." He glances at Nathaniel again. "I wish we could but...I don't think I can raise two kids, not...yet."

Aerin Thomas: "I'm sure Craven has his reasons," he says to Corbin. "You can ask him, if you like, or I can." Apparently, not asking isn't an option. Not to the Gaian.

Veronica Santangelo: Baffled at the strange word, or terms Aerin uses, she adjusts her stance. "I don't know who that is, but I know she has kids..not their names or anything."

Aerin Thomas: "If they're at Finger Lakes, they're with those who will care for them. I'll speak with people up there." It is his home sept, after all.

Corbin Justice: Aerin: "I'll ask him," he says decisively.

Corbin Justice: Aerin: He nods. "If the children are cared for, I'll rest easier."

Gavriil Kazimir: *he shakes his head* Aren't you all jumping the gun? Who should take care of her kids...what if she's taking care of them...perhaps that's where she went.

Veronica Santangelo: Gavriil: "She hasn't called Gavy. She agreed she would call if she were able to..."

Michelle (Rauko): ((back, sorry))

Veronica Santangelo: (hoorah w/b)

Corbin Justice: Gavriil: "You're right, and we're thinking the worst. It's just that...you would think she would get a hold of Veronica, let her know she's okay."

Corbin Justice: Then nods as Veronica confirms that. "Shit."

Michelle (Rauko): ((*pokes KF*))

Nathaniel Dikastis: (wb)

Michelle (Rauko): ((=) ^*hugs Vero*)) *she is listening, while bussing with the baby, keeping her distracted and happy, though she keeps peering with those odd eyes to Made*

Gavriil Kazimir: She could take care of herself. She always made sure everyone knew that. *he shrugs. He couldn't care less what becomes of her children.* I'm just curious as to what she's up to...or whom exactly she ran afoul of.

Madeline Dane: ((Welcome back :) ))

Aerin Thomas: He levels his gaze at Gavriil. All business. "No, we're not jumping the gun. Frankly, I'm planning on finding the children and tracing them to Sadie. Trust me...Gavy. If she were okay, she'd be in contact with her children. I know this woman incredibly well."

Michelle (Rauko): ((thanko =) M))

Corbin Justice: Gavriil: "You interested in finding out? Solving this mystery? I know I am."

Gavriil Kazimir: My name is Gavriil. *he corrects Aerin.* My...sister confuses it...but I let her slide.

Corbin Justice: Gavriil: A hint of a smile. "Sort of how I feel about Corey." A mock glare to Nathaniel.

Gavriil Kazimir: It's not weighing heavily upon me. *he says matter of factly to Corbin* I have no altruistic calling to discover what became of her...simply idle curiostiy.

Corbin Justice: Gavriil: He shrugs. "What else do you have to do with your time?"

Nathaniel Dikastis: Mutters. "At least it's a real name, not some made up shit slang."

Madeline Dane: Danny looks between Corbin and Nate and Gavriil at the nickname stuff.

Aerin Thomas: He smiles mirthlessly to Gavriil. "Gavriil, then. If you can be useful, find out what you can. If you just want to tag along..." He shrugs and looks away, his opinion of that intent obvious by his dismissive stance.

Veronica Santangelo: Didn't even realize she used the nickname, her mind was on the topic of Sadie, her whereabouts and her children. Her gaze shifts between Aerin and Corbin. "How do you ..ah, trace her? I mean, I know you're planning to ask Craven, but is there some way you could try to, what's it called..scry?"

Gavriil Kazimir: The same things we all have to do Corbin.

Corbin Justice: Veronica: "I'm no crescent, I know little of that stuff." Gavriil: He gives him a level look, but doesn't reply.

Michelle (Rauko): * a faint glance to Gav and Vero... that's here sister? or Saddie? or... blinks.. and focuses on the baby again. let them no notice better*

Veronica Santangelo: Her shoulders slump at Gavriil's remark about his lack of enthusiasm, but she'll question him about it later.

Gavriil Kazimir: *he glanced briefly towards Nathaniels muttering but he pays it little mind. Not really having heard what he said or realizing who he was saying it to*

Nathaniel Dikastis: He glances around them, but shrugs, figuring they are alone enough out here.

Aerin Thomas: "I know of a Theurge who may, conceivably, be able to help." He looks to Corbin briefly, then back to Veronica. "We'll find her. Wherever she may be."

Gavriil Kazimir: What? *he says flatly turning his attention towards Michelle*

Corbin Justice: Aerin: "I'll talk to Lucien, too. He's good at ferreting out stuff."

Michelle (Rauko): *frowns, well at least her eyes were already back to the baby, and simply shakes her head to Gavriil, quietly*

Veronica Santangelo: Aerin: "If I can help somehow...Sadie is a friend." By her tone, it's a small category. "If you and the Theurge need to visit my apartment for like, personal effects or anything." Chews on her lip, eyeing Gavriil, wanting a cigarette, but not wanting to ask.

Gavriil Kazimir: You can speak freely Michelle, none of us are going to fork your tongue with a razor.

Madeline Dane: She's still near Michelle and the baby, but didn't approach any closer. She's listening to what's being talked about, but only just got here and has nothing to add.

Michelle (Rauko): *shakes her head yet again, murmuring*nothingRhya *softly, half turning as if to keep the baby from his atention*

Aerin Thomas: A nod to Veronica. "I'd be happy to accept any aid you can give." Gavrill draws a sharp look at the mention of forking her tongue...yes, he knows the devil comments that have been made to Michelle before. He doesn't say anything to the man, just narrows his eyes.

Corbin Justice: ((Thinking I might switch to Mercury in a bit... *S* There's three people here he hasn't met yet. *L*))

Corbin Justice -> Aerin Thomas: ((And it just occurred to me...I shudder to think what Dante has said to Aerin about Corbin. *L*))

Gavriil Kazimir: (eww Mercury)

Nathaniel Dikastis: Whispers to Corbin, watching the other two men.
"I wonder why more of the family doesn't go into the psych business, they could make a fortune around here, maybe give group discounts."

Gavriil Kazimir: I know you knew Sadie as well Michelle. One of the only times you spoke with any passion was to defend her. If you know something...speak up.

Corbin Justice: Light smile to Nathaniel.

Michelle (Rauko): *There is nearly a fleeting, scared look nearly gaven to Nathe, but she doesn't, keeps her eyes down, deffinitively moving as so Gav doens't have in sight the baby at any moment, at least not fidgeting but she murmurs, so very low* IknownothingRhya

Corbin Justice: "I'm gonna head home, bro. Come with me tomorrow to check out cars again, okay?"

Nathaniel Dikastis: He looks at his watch. "Shit, I'm supposed to meet up with Natasha tonight."

Madeline Dane: "I'd think someone would have to be crazy to become a shrink."

Corbin Justice: "I'll keep in touch, Aerin. See you, Michelle. Veronica. Madelina, nice to meet you. Gavriil, good to see you again."

Nathaniel Dikastis: "Okay, but only if you go with me to check out bikes. Katana already said she would co-sign for me."

Madeline Dane: "Nice to meet you too, Corbin."

Michelle (Rauko): *and a little faint nod of farewell to Corbin, quietly*

Gavriil Kazimir: Shocking. *he says to Michelle* You'd think one who spends so much time slinking through the shadows would have better perception about what's going on around her.

Lien: Lien wanders into the Park once more, this time though she has a long box wrapped in simple brown paper and tied with a white string. The young asian woman is once more dressed nicely, but today she is actually wearing a black skirt and brown blouse instead of the suite she has been seen the last couple of times.

Corbin Justice: "Yeah, that's cool. You should get a Harley." Heading out of the park. "They still make the Softails?"

Aerin Thomas: "Pretty much, Madeline." He says it with a slight smirk. "Good bye, Corbin. Call me once you speak with Craven, okay?" Throughout it all, his eyes never leave Gavriil, focused on him as the other speaks with Michelle.

Corbin Justice: ((Be back soon, need to hook up first with a certain player and then we'll be in.))

Corbin Justice: "I will, Aerin." And out he goes.

Nathaniel Dikastis: He grins to Madeline, giving her a quick hug. "You're in good hands, but ya got my number, call me 'n we can do the town." He gives a farewell to the others around, even a little salute to Gavriil, then follows his brother out of the park.
"I can't afford the upkeep on a Harley, gotta be reasonable here, bro."

Michelle (Rauko): *she doenst' answer Gavrill, nor she looks his way at that*

Gavriil Kazimir: *he seems to be speaking with Michelle specifically to draw Aerin's attention towards him. He gives Aerin a rather smug smile*

Nathaniel Dikastis: (be back in a bit)

Madeline Dane: "Thanks for the directions Nate, I'll call you sometime. Or you call me."

Veronica Santangelo: (sorry has stepped out for a moment) With a sigh, smiles at Aerin. "I can give you my number, or you can leave a message for me at the club." Watches Corbin leave with Nathaniel at his heels.

Madeline Dane: She does return his hug.

Nathaniel Dikastis: (*hugs* Thanks to all for the scene!)

Michelle (Rauko): ((*hug*S thank ya!! =) ))

Madeline Dane: ... but she sticks around. She just found a member of her own Tribe, and she's not leaving 'till she gets enough information to find him again, or he can find her.

Lien: Lien looks around some as she starts to walk down one of the paths from the entrance. Looking at those leaving but not saying anything.

Gavriil Kazimir: *he tires of prodding the timid girl and glances around once more. He narrows his eyes when he spots Lien. Her...again*

Aerin Thomas: His eyes narrow, and he tilts his head a little. His gaze is almost, but not quite, challenging...the man staring Gavril right in the eyes. This one doesn't back down. "Yes?" Silently, he calls on Gaia's gift, in case this becomes a staredown.

Aerin Thomas: d10: Persuasion: 9,2,6,3,4,8,8,

Michelle (Rauko): *Keeps lookign down and rather to the baby, though when Gav finally quiets fleeting peers, making her too glance to Aerin, before she shifts faintly the baby in arms, keeping her away Gav's gaze*

Gavriil Kazimir: *he looks back to Aerin* I was admiring your daughter, she's quite fetching. *not exactly sincere but perhaps just said to diffuse things*

Aerin Thomas: "Your number would be nice," he says as an aside to Veronica.

Lien: Lien actually stops walking when she spots Gavril, a little grin touching her dark lips before continues moving. Towards the little group.

Mercury: ~A black stretch limo is pulling up outside the gates to the park.~

Michelle (Rauko): ((bho, will have to puff soonish, relatively)) *she just glances to Lien when she is close, those odd eyes peering to her before she looks back down, frowning and keeping Tori closer as Gavrill meniones her... .. she CAN be protective*

Veronica Santangelo: Aerin: "When you've got a moment,I can give it to you. I don't have any paper, but if you have a phone you can code it in." Glances at Madaline and then Michelle holding the baby. Fetching?

Aerin Thomas: "Fetching?" Apparently, the man has taken the phrase in a more sinister way, perhaps, then Gavriil intended...his paranoia comes out in a slight darkening on his eyes. He doesn't quite accuse, though, merely keeps that gaze on the Fang. "Yes, she's quite beautiful. I would do anything for her...or to see her kept safe."

Gavriil Kazimir: Excuse me *he says to the others before moving to meet Lien* Evening, we...perhaps got off on the wrong foot the other night. My name is Gavriil. *he greets her pleasantly. His tone a far cry from the arrogant tone he had taken with the Lordlings*

Mercury: ((~an 'innocent' Adrian whistle~ heheh)) The chauffeur opens the door, and Mercury steps out.

Aerin Thomas: ((*frenzies on Adrian* *G*))

Michelle (Rauko): ((^*Blinkblink*))

Veronica Santangelo: (warning, need to leave in a couple mins to make a very overdue dinner *l*)

Antonio Pavlatos: Is sitting quietly in the limo with Mercury, glancing toward the park nervously.

Madeline Dane: Once Gavriil moves away, she looks toward Aerin. "I don't suppose I could get your number?"

Aerin Thomas: His lip curls as Gavriil walks away, and he looks back at Veronica. "Your...brother needs to learn some respect for his elders." Said just loud enough to be heard. He's assuming, of course, but it's a reasonably safe assumption, as he's never heard of Gavriil. He pulls out his cell phone and gets ready to program the number in.

Lien: Lien looks Gavril over some, shifting the long box in her arms. Oddly it looks about long enough to contain say a shot gun.... sword... or well, all types of goodies. She does sigh some an smile slightly with a nod. "Lien." she says simpley, her gaze shifting to those he just left to greet her.

Gavriil Kazimir: Join us if you wish, perhaps...speak on your reasons for passing through the park this night. *his tone with Lien is respectful, she's an unknown, an X factor. He's unsure of how to approach her. He once more curses himself for not learning Scent of the True form*

Aerin Thomas: ((Said just loud enough to be heard by the departing man, rather.))

Antonio Pavlatos: He looks up at Mercury, then slides out to stand with him.

Mercury: He leans down, motioning to Tony. "Come on out, Tony. You're safe with me."

Aerin Thomas: "Of course," he says to Madeline, and he actually...slips out a business card. He hands it off to her...it advertises him as a private bodyguard and counselor, with a cell phone number.

Lien: "You seem to be a curious man." she says in that mixed accent of English and Chinese. She does move towards the group, or perhaps just plans to move on past them.

Veronica Santangelo: With Gavriil not here she stiffens slightly, a bit offended. Vices she may have a lot of, but she's loyal. She rattles off her number for Aerin, slowly enough so he has no problem punching it in. "I don't have my phone on me when I'm working, but I check my messages when my shift is over."

Mercury: Grins as Tony does just that before Merc even gets all the words out. He heads confidently into the park.

Antonio Pavlatos: (move that post please, to underneath Mercury's) A quick nod to Mercury, thumbs hooking in his pockets. "Yes, Sir, Merc, just..." He shrugs, voice tapering off as he looks into the park.

Madeline Dane: "Neat. Good looking and tough." She pulls out her cell and programs the number into it, under the buisness name.

Gavriil Kazimir: You are a curiosity...if you'll pardon the phrasing. *he says quietly to Lien*

Madeline Dane: She blinks. Did she say that out loud. Damit. Just keep attention on putting the number in.

Michelle (Rauko): *another fleeing peer to Lien, and reminds close to Aering, with the baby close*

Aerin Thomas: It's just his name, not the business. He grins a little at Madeline's comment, shrugging. "I try." He glances up and Veronica and nods. "Understood. I'll call you when I learn anything." He sends her a quick text message, so she has his number.

Mercury: "It will be okay, just trust me."

Madeline Dane: And once she has it programmed in, she hit's send with a little smiley. "There, now mine is on your ID."

Lien: She actually snorts ever so slightly at Gavriil's comment. Her eyes take in Rauko for a long moment, the woman does indeed actually hesitate in her forward motion and then she's back to normal. Walking along with a nod to those gathered.

Antonio Pavlatos: "I do trust ya, 'n this is what Alex wants too. He wants me to know where ta go, iffin... I need to." He doesn't like the thought, and moves at Mercury's side like a shadow.

Michelle (Rauko): *she blinks, sliding faintly closer to Aerin, keeping her eyes down on the baby girl she is holding*

Veronica Santangelo: "It was nice talking with you all." Turns her head to look at Madaline. "Welcome to the city. Hope I run into you again." Glances towards her step brother and the woman walking with him.

Aerin Thomas -> Veronica Santangelo: The text, for the record, is simply "My apologies. Respect is earned."

Mercury: He nods. "You need to know where you'll be safe."

Mercury: d10: : 3,8,4,5,7,8,

Gavriil Kazimir: *he notes Lien's reaction to Michelle...so she can be caught by surprise. Interesting. He moves to stand beside Veronica*

Mercury: He squints. "Looks like...almost like Aerin near that light."

Antonio Pavlatos: He seems to relax more then. "Mr Aerin's here?"

Madeline Dane: "I heard something about that club Nate had the cards to? Maybe I'll drop by there sometime."

Veronica Santangelo -> Aerin Thomas: (ah, gracias. she'll see it later when she gets home)

Aerin Thomas: He smiles a little as the beep comes in, and saves Madeline's phone number. "Thanks." A nod to the departing Veronica, before he glances up at the approaching Lien and Gavriil. His eyes pass over Lien a moment, briefly cool and appraising.

Madeline Dane: That last to Veronica

Aerin Thomas: d10: Per+Alert: 6,2,7,2,8,8,

Gavriil Kazimir: (*thinks up new ways to torture Michelle..er..have fun fun stuff for her to do*)

Antonio Pavlatos: d10: Perc+Alertness: 5,2,3,6,4,3,4,

Mercury: "I think it's him. Let's get closer, the moon isn't bright enough for me to really see."

Aerin Thomas: He does note Mercury and Tony's approach, his eyes slipping over to them. He stares at the two for a long moment before nodding, looking back to Lien and Gavriil after.

Lien: "Evening." she says to him with a little nod on her way past, not actually stopping at all on her way. Slipping through the gathering without hopefully getting between anyone talking.

Michelle (Rauko): ((*blinks, pokiesh KF and hides behind Rav*))

Gavriil Kazimir: *he glances towards Madeline* Looking for a job? I'm sure Veronica here could get you in good...maybe you could earn your living taking of your clothes as well.

Antonio Pavlatos: Rubs at his eyes, his nerves must be getting the best of him, his night vision seems off.

Mercury: He grins. "It's him," he confirms to Tony, picking up the pace. Nods as he gets closer. "Yo, Aerin." A glance at those leaving, a curious look at Madeline.

Michelle (Rauko): ((*blinks* my cat is trying to eat my computer cables)) *she lets up a fleeting peer to the asian lady again, she'll nod faintly, politely, shyly, but stays behind Aerin*

Antonio Pavlatos: A young man with a surreal appearance that seems to be in his late teens or early twenties. He has the nervous habit of pushing strands of his ebony hip-length hair out of his face, revealing somewhat Native American features on a face that is truly surreal, being more androgynous and pretty than handsome. He wears black leather pants laced up the sides of his legs loose enough to show patches of skin, and an oversized black sweater, with a long gray leather duster coat over it all. Around his throat is a thin, soft leather collar with a lion's open mouth as the clip link. His large chocolate-brown eyes are very expressive, and almost constantly scan around him, but rarely make actual eye contact with anyone.

Mercury: Gavriil: "Yeah, it's a pretty good living, doing that. The money's in the tips, really." A nod. A grin. He's serious. "'Sup? I'm Mercury."

Aerin Thomas: Gavriil's comment to Madeline gets a soft sound, like a growl of warning. "You just don't quit, do you?"

Mercury: "Yo, Michelle." A wolfish grin that tries to be friendly, but really...that Rage is always at the surface in him, no matter how happy he is, how upbeat his mood is.

Madeline Dane: Gav: "Hmm... I could, but I don't think it'd be a particularly good use of my talents." Madeline steps out of the woman's way, even if she isn't actually in the way.

Veronica Santangelo: Hasn't given the baby more than a simple, cursory glance all this time. "Goodnight Michelle." When Gavriil walks up, she slides her hands to her sides, giving Madaline a grin with a bit of personality. "Do that." And so much for the grin. "Asshole." She brushes past Gavriil, having had her fill of his snide remarks, and walks quickly to one of the exits.

Mercury: ((And DD available if anyone doesn't know what he looks like.))

Lien: Hearing the name, she actually stops and looks at Aerin for a long moment. Then down to the child as she seems to think. She looks to Mercury though and actually... grins. Standing no more then a dozen steps from the group with her long paper wrapped box.

Veronica Santangelo: (gone to make food)

Antonio Pavlatos: He steps up to the group with Mercury, but hangs back a step behind him. He glances up long enough to give Aerin a little smile, and murmur, "Evenin', Sir," then seems interested in the ground by his boots.

Gavriil Kazimir: *he makes a strange face at Mercury...he can sense the beast within that one without even concentrating* I am Gavriil. Well met. *he glances towards Lien as she passes through. He looks back to Aerin* You ever seen her passing through here?

Madeline Dane: Madeline blinks at Mercury. "Mercury? You know Nathaniel Dakastis."

Michelle (Rauko): *her odd eyes shift faintly to Mercury, shifts again, to keep the baby off wherw would be the side of were they are all at, a fleeting nod and a wishpered* evening *but she so stays behind Aerin, yer eyes not staying for long on MErc*

Mercury: He grins back at Lien, giving her a friendly nod. "Yo. How ya doin'?"

Michelle (Rauko): *she'll nod fainlyt to Vero too*

Mercury: Madeline: "Yeah, you bet I do, great guy." Holds out a hand. "And you are...?"

Aerin Thomas: Eyes shoot to Lien as he looks to his daughter, tension rising a bit. Then to Mercury...then back to Gavriil. "No," he says, shortly.

Gavriil Kazimir: *wonders if he's the only one who finds Lien incredibly suspicious. Perhaps he should've actually done something with that phone instead of tossing into the trash again*

Madeline Dane: She offers her hand. "Madeline Dane. Danny to my freinds."

Gavriil Kazimir: She seem out of place to you...or...does she belong here? *spoken quietly to Aerin. He's not exactly worried about Lien's presence but his tone reaks of suspicion*

Mercury: "Well, then Madeline, perhaps you'll be Danny to me soon." A friendly wink as he shakes her hand, careful not to crush her delicate pinkies. "Everyone, this is Antonio, or Tony."

Mercury: d10: : 8,8,3,5,10,3,

Mercury: A tilt of his head towards Aerin and Gavriil, trying to catch it. His gaze floating momentarily after Lien.

Madeline Dane: She offers her hand to Tony as well.

Aerin Thomas: ((As SHE looks to his daughter))

Lien: Lien nods to Mercury, head dipped low and her eyes actually drop for a moment away from him. Was that a sign of respect? She does though flash a wicked little smile to Gavrill and Aerin.

Madeline Dane: ((Gender identity issues?))

Antonio Pavlatos: He lifts his head somewhat to look at the others in the group when Mercury introduces him, giving them a weak, nervous smile.

Gavriil Kazimir: *he scowls back at Lien.*

Aerin Thomas: He shrugs a little to Gavriil, looking away and back to Lien. He tilts his head a little, brow furrowing a moment, before it evens out and he nods, a little more formally. Almost the beginnings of a proper bow, but not quite.

Michelle (Rauko): ((*hug Rav*)) *shifts yet gain, now to put the baby off the extranger's sight, pulling faintly her blankies to help the effect, remainds behind Aerin, just making sure Tori is fine*

Aerin Thomas: ((When haven't I had those with my PC's?))

Mercury: He shrugs.

Michelle (Rauko): ((and npcs *nods*))

Mercury: Madeline: "So how do you know Nathaniel?"

Michelle (Rauko): *Giving the assian woman another very faint, fleeting glance*

Antonio Pavlatos: He looks at her hand for a moment, then hesitantly takes it. "Nice to meet 'cha, Ma-am." Very soft tones.

Madeline Dane: "Met him at a Karaoke bar. Got a buisness card from him, and he like the phone my uncle... well, one of my father's best freinds... gave me."

Michelle (Rauko): *and then peers a momeont to Antonio, but doens't goes anywhere close*

Lien: She finally turns and continues on her way as down the path away from them.

Madeline Dane: "Ma'am? That makes me sound old. Call me Danny."

Mercury: "Karaoke bar?" A huuuuuuuge grin. "Nathaniel was in a karaoke bar?" The look of the cat that swallowed the canary, only to find the canary was stuffed with a fat, juicy mouse, too.

Gavriil Kazimir: *he glances around at the gathered group. He shakes his head. Some of them he knows...others...he's unsure of. But one thing is clear. They're all* Lowborns. *he mutters*

Antonio Pavlatos: He just nods to Madeline, licking his lips before studying the ground again.

Aerin Thomas: Hmmm. He looks after Lien a moment as she ignores his gesture, and then looks back to Michelle finally. He gives the girl a brief smile, gratitude in his eyes for taking care of Tori through that, and then looks back to Tony, Merc, and Madeline. "Sorry about that Mercury, Tony. Nice to see you guys." He gives Mercury a brief nod, Tony a fleeting glance and quick smile.

Mercury: d10: p/a: 7,8,3,1,7,9,

Antonio Pavlatos: d10: Gavriil: 5,6,2,8,

Mercury: Isn't quite sure he heard what Gavriil said. "Sorry, didn't quite catch that, what?" Big ol' grin. Very dark eyes.

Aerin Thomas: "Oh, for fuck's sake," he says suddenly, looking at Gavriil and fixing him with a stare. Nothing but challenge there. The man needs to be taken down a peg.

Antonio Pavlatos: A quick glance up to Gavriil, so quick that most wouldn't know he had shifted his eyes.

Michelle (Rauko): *she is kinda peering the odd asian woman's way, between her and MEr and Ant... but she does glance sup to him, smiling back softly, still seeming she can remaind calmer when she has to take of a kid, and glad to at least help*

Gavriil Kazimir: *he turns back to Aerin sensing his ire* Yes?

Michelle (Rauko): *eh.. just to back slightly, hugging the little girl a bit closer as Aerin turns to Garvriil*

Mercury: Pleasant smile as Aerin steps up to the plate. Merc will be next. He calmly motions Madeline, Michelle and Tony back and gets between them and the staredown people.

Antonio Pavlatos: He tenses, going very still.

Madeline Dane: OK, she's moving WAY out of the way now. In the opposite direction as the woman that just walked past.

Lien: Lien passes close to some tree's and she stops for a moment and just stands there. She's not looking at the group, or anyone else really as she waits under the shadow of a large tree.

Michelle (Rauko): *doesn't exactly -want- to part from Aerin side, but does know the danger, she -keeps- Tori close and does moves to the safe distance MErcury proposed, odd eyes atent of the True Borns*

Aerin Thomas: "What have you done that's worthwhile, Gavriil?" He keeps his gaze locked on the other's, refusing to look away. "What makes you deserve to be able to say such things? Tell me your deeds and why they're greater then mine or Mercury's, stare me down, or be silent with your insults. If we have to, we can get Yolanda to make it official."

Madeline Dane: She doesn't need a second invitation to get on the other side of the big guy from the two fixing to beat eachother down.

Antonio Pavlatos: He just seems to have frozen in place, next to Mercury.

Gavriil Kazimir: *he stares back at Aerin, uncowed or intimidated.* My deeds are not legendary, I make no such claim. But my blood is pure and my line has born true many times. You wish to try and make me look foolish? Do your best. (do we want an actual facedown? System is Charisma+intimidation or Rage whichever is higher...rolled against opponents Willpower for difficulty. First to accumulate the opponents Wits+5 in successes wins)

Aerin Thomas: ((That's what he's going for. Persuasion still active, of course. *G* Pure Breed factors in here too, right?))

Madeline Dane: Madeline grabs Tony's arm and pulls Tony back a few steps.

Gavriil Kazimir: (It doesn't say in the book that Purebreed factors in. But it does say that you only need 3 successes on a rage roll to fly into a frenzy and attack...so it's quite dangerous. Perhaps they would seek out the Master of the Challenge to accomplish such)

Antonio Pavlatos: He cringes when he is grabbed, but doesn't resist, getting hauled back easily by Madeline.

Gavriil Kazimir: (we can just RP it out, Gav has WP five, likely he'd have to turn away first)

Mercury: He keeps firmly between them and the squishy kin.

Aerin Thomas: ((Okay. I know PB factors into all social rolls, is why I asked. But RP'ing it out works for me. *S*))

His posture takes on a more commanding tone, something a little more primal. This is not an Aerin that most have ever seen...for once, the man is looking every inch the Warrior of Gaia that his blood calls to him to be. His jaw sets, pulsing a couple times, defiance coming off of him, and an absolute refusal to be cowed, as he stares at Gavriil.

Gavriil Kazimir: *he growls a bit no official challenge was issued. He's smart enough to see he cannot win this. He casts his eyes downward* You are my better this night.

Lien: Lien continues there for a moment and then steps out of sight behind the trees.

Aerin Thomas -> Mercury: ((Merc, if he's perceptive enough, might note the man's stance to be very similar to someone Aerin and Mercury both knew. A certain kinfolk who defied death and took many forms...only more...primal. Much closer to his wolf side then Aerin ever is.))

Mercury: He watches Aerin closely, impressed and intrigued.

Madeline Dane: "I think I'm gonna like this town."

Michelle (Rauko): *uh oh, focusing on the baby, and any sense of danger she might get, trying to keep Tori soothed*

Aerin Thomas: He smirks a little bit, and nods, chuckling slightly. Enjoying his victory over the Silver Fang a bit much. "Remember that from now on, Gavriil. Birth and worthiness mean two separate things." He sneers and looks away from him, giving the man his moment of shame to himself, as his eyes turn back to the others.

Antonio Pavlatos: He does back up then, almost instinctively from the Rage he feels building around them.

Michelle (Rauko): *Glancing slightly to Aerin when it does seem over... though waits for clearance from him to edge closer again*

Mercury: Grins at Madeline.

Aerin Thomas: He looks over at Michelle and regards her for a moment, before nodding...extending a hand to her. That feeling hasn't changed off of him, though it has mellowed some, now that he isn't facing off with another Trueborn.

Gavriil Kazimir: I seek no battle this night, my claws will not be bloodied with yours or your childs life blood. Luna's eye is open wide. If you wish to cross fangs sometime in the future...you need but speak up.

Antonio Pavlatos: He nuzzles Mercury's shoulder suddenly, not seeming comfortable in the least at the moment.

Michelle (Rauko): ((ehh!)) *she moves to his side, keeping Tori close, and yes, she'll actually reach for the hand*

Mercury: He puts a bracing arm around Tony's shoulder, but raises his hand. "Me! I'll take you on. Not tonight cuz of everyone here, but I'll go toe to toe with you. Whoo!"

Aerin Thomas: "You go near my daughter, or any within my family," he says with a none-too-subtle growl, "and you won't get the chance to die with dignity." He doesn't quite seem to be talking about just the Gaian kin nearby.

Madeline Dane: Danny looks between Mercury and Aerin. That is just such a twisted form of familiar... Mercury: "Mind if I get your number while we're here?"

Gavriil Kazimir -> Aerin Thomas: (I looked up in the book. Purebreed does apply to the social challenges. So it would be active in a face down..for future reference)

Gavriil Kazimir: *he shakes his head* You were the one tempting the flames of Rage not I.

Antonio Pavlatos: He leans into Mercury, seeming to calm some at the contact.

Michelle (Rauko): *So... deffinitively keeping Tori close to her, and placing the baby somewhat off sight of Gav yet again, those odd eyes giving a looking around, quickly*

Michelle (Rauko): *and then goes on her tiptoes, seeking to wishper to Aerin*

Michelle (Rauko) -> Aerin Thomas: the asian lady... she fadestowards theCaern

Mercury: Madeline: "Of course not." Rattles it off to her.

Michelle (Rauko) -> Aerin Thomas: faded

Aerin Thomas: And by the protective nature of how he steps to Michelle, she's included in 'family.' "So says the one who makes provoking comments, and has the dishonor to threaten a defenseless child. Leave. Now." His eyes turn upward to the sky, and the half-moon. "While I still allow you to."

Madeline Dane: Madeline punches the numbers and the name, hits send with a smily face message to send him her number.

Mercury: He suddenly looks to Aerin, the only Philodox currently around. "Um, refresh my memory. Can a challenge be issued at any time, or does it have to be all formalized and because of some reason? I mean, do I have to be insulted or be defending someone's honor, or can I just challenge cuz I want to?"

Madeline Dane: Madeline blinks at Mercury. "Maybe I should just ... check out for the evening. You guys seem busy."

Gavriil Kazimir: *he shakes his head* You put words into my mouth. You know the nature of battle, friend and foe cannot be distinguished when the Rage comes. You speak of threats? You are the one who is a threat to your own child by tempting the flames when she is near by. Declare a challenge if you wish. But I will not simply be told to leave because you find me distateful.

Antonio Pavlatos: He curls up against Mercury at Gavriil's words, murmuring something against his chest.

Michelle (Rauko): *fidgets, swallows, holding Tori still protectively of the baby girl... but daring out loud after the wishper to Aerin* theadianladywentin...*with a little motion towards the Caern*

Gavriil Kazimir: *he looks to Mercury and shakes his head* Ignorant dolt. Is that enough of a reason to challenge me?

Mercury: ((has an urge to watch The Three Musketeers, where he ended up with three different duels, one after the other *G*))

Michelle (Rauko): ((adian of course is asian.))

Aerin Thomas: He listens to Michelle, and then nods a little bit. "I can control my Rage, Gavriil. And you're...not worth my time." He looks over to Mercury. "You can challenge at any time...to make it official, we would have to find Yolanda, though. And there's more intriguing matters. If you wish to, I'll retrieve her for you on my way inward." He nods to Madeline and Tony briefly before slipping an arm protectively around Michelle...almost possessively. And he starts to make his way toward the Bawn.

Mercury: He looks to Tony. "Go to the car." He grins very happily at Gavriil, not mad in the slightest. "Perfect. I challenge you. We'll work out the details later cuz I gotta get home soon." ((Bedtime.))

Michelle (Rauko): ((hmmmm...*thinks if she should deleted the outloud one*)) *she lets Aerin, actualy slinking cloer and moving with him, keeping Tori help gently close*

Antonio Pavlatos: So much for the boy getting used to the Garou, he takes off at Mercury's words, hands thrust down into tight pockets and eyes darting around him as he takes off back toward the limo.

Gavriil Kazimir: I look forward to it Warrior. Let us hope you can control the beast within. *he gives Mercury an odd smile as if he's going to chose something specifically to incite him to frenzy*

Mercury: Gavriil: "You're gonna be a bastard, ain'tcha?" Wolfish grin. "I don't have much control, actually," he says quite cheerfully. "Virtually none. Nada. Hanging by a thread."

Gavriil Kazimir: I know. I can feel the beast within unchained even as you stand here so simply. Be careful what you wish for Mercury.

Madeline Dane: Madeline walks with Tony, just for safety in numbers. When they get to the car, she flags down a cab.

Aerin Thomas: The words behind him are fading away, his attention focused forward as he guides Michelle further into the park.

Antonio Pavlatos: He notices someone close, but only barely shifts his eyes to Madeline, following Mercury's instructions and heading straight for the limo.

Michelle (Rauko): ((I can't typy any longer *blinks at all her typpos*)) *is following him... odd eyes peering faintly ahead, and constantly to Tori, keeping near*

Mercury: Gavriil: "Same goes to you. Didja get my number? We'll get a hold of each other, set things up. I gotta go."

Michelle (Rauko): *does wishper softly to Aering* you are alright?

Aerin Thomas: ((Heading for Bethesda, unless Lien hasn't made it there quite yet.))

Antonio Pavlatos: He looks at Madeline, blinking his eyes rapidly as he jerks the back door of the limo open and slides inside.

Gavriil Kazimir: Please. We will handle things as tradition dictates. Seek out the Master of Challenge and see her terms. Travel safely Mercury, and mind your Rage, wouldn't want you to end up with your timid friend their in shredded tatters around your own claws.

Mercury: "Yeah, glad the moon's not against me. Hey, if you need a ride, be happy to give you one. Limo's just outside the gates." Heading out. ((NIght all!))

Lien: Lien is no where in sight actually, having slipped behind some tree's right after the staredown. Perhaps like she stepped off the side of the earth or something?

Antonio Pavlatos: (And I suppose that is night for me too, for the moment. Thank you for the scene, even if it didn't go the way I thought it might.)

Gavriil Kazimir: *he shakes his head at Mercury...how very bizarre. He moves to sit down on the now vacated bench and fishes into his pockets to find a cigarette* What a pointless waste of time. *perhaps referring to this entire night*

Madeline Dane: Get a ride with a couple of strange guys that are family ... or one strange cabbie... The limo is the tie breaker, she grins and accepts the ride before she manages to get a cab at this late hour.

Mercury: ((He actually offered Gavriil, but he absolutely will offer Madeline a ride if she was still trying to hail a cab. *G*))

Antonio Pavlatos: He looks over at Madeline as she joins them, and chest heaving he still manages to nod to her as they take off.

Aerin Thomas: ((Okay, then...heading there anyway. So Nyah! *G*)) "I'm fine, Rauko," he says quietly, his attention focused foward as he leads the girl inward.

Danny: ((Whoops, didn't think Gav was leaving. But yeah, she'll go for a limo ride.))

Michelle (Rauko): *she keeps follwoing, though seems to get distractted... her eyes staring slightly off... keeping Tori close and protectively to her chest, a litthe nod to Aerin, peering once up*

Gavriil Kazimir: *he lights up his cigarette and glances around. He ponders is combat with another Garou better than no combat at all? Perhaps* Perhaps not. *he says aloud*

Gavriil Kazimir: *he stands and stretches, before sparing one last look around...where'd that asian women get off too. He frows at his lack of tact...the anger having gotten the better of him. He ponders back trying to figure out exactly what he said and if it was too revealing.*

Michelle (Rauko): ((gha!)) *she blinks, and frowns, mumruing* sheisnot here *peering up to Aerin as she walks...* like...ifshehad..faded...? ma.. maybe she...walked through? *JUST then realising something... the name AErin used, she looks up to him a second more, then loweres her eyes, with a light fidget*

Aerin Thomas: ((Deletes Bethesda post. :P))

Michelle (Rauko): ((soooorrry))

Aerin Thomas: He's walking more like a hunter then his usual gait as he moves...his arm remaining around Michelle, infinitely protective of her and Tori as he makes his way toward the Bawn. He looks to Michelle when she speaks and frowns a little, looking around with a wary glance. "Maybe."

Aerin Thomas: ((No problem! *Hugs*))

Gavriil Kazimir: *he sits idly smoking. Not paying a terrible amount of attention to what's goin on around him. He seems to be lost in thought*

Michelle (Rauko): ((*snug* =) ))*Does start shriking her shoulders faintly, still keeping close to him, with a little faint nod*

Michelle (Rauko): ((shall we move now?... I was kinda waiting for you two to jump before I jumped along))

Aerin Thomas: A frown, as he considers...this woman a mystery, but it seems he's unwilling to leave Michelle and Tori alone when Gavriil is so close. "Warder," he mutters. "We need to inform her of the woman."

Gavriil Kazimir: (are we moving? I'll move...isn't it past your bedtime Elsa?)

Michelle (Rauko): ((yeeees.. but I am curious! *nods* ))

Michelle (Rauko): *There is another tiny nod towards Aerin, keeping her eyes down casted, and more on Tori*

Lien: (leaving work in 10 minutes)

Gavriil Kazimir: (I'm sure they can follow Lien another time, I think I'll wander off to play video games meself. G'night all!)

Michelle (Rauko): ((me thinks Aerin is telling the Warder .. so not htinking follwoing))

Aerin Thomas: ((We can summarize, maybe, at this point if you're leaving soon, Ash...that they go find Yolanda and inform them of Lien? Unless that's more involved, and then we could pick it up tomorrow maybe?))

Lien: ((can find Malcom also, and play it out but can follow up on it tomorrow, up to you. Got a drive home and stuff))

Gavriil Kazimir: (gonna change tags)

Michelle (Rauko): ((I do should get going *S* if I want to sleep to wake up *G*.. at least in 20 more mins))

Aerin Thomas: ((True dat. Malcolm works. Thank you for the scene, Ashton!))

Malcolm London: *he moves quietly through the park moving slowly and paying close attention to what's going on around him. When he spots Aerin and Michelle he moves in their direction*

Lien: ((Np, have fun :) ))

Aerin Thomas: He looks up to Malcolm, making his way toward the Guardian. That same walk...body tensed, ready for anything. His arm still around the girl's shoulder. He slows as he nears the other Garou, coming to a stop a good teen feet away from Malcolm. "Maclolm," he says, nodding to him. "We had a visitor."

Michelle (Rauko): *she is keeping close to Aerin, and just after a few moments, she seems to frown and start peering to him, fleeting little glances... that is till she spots Malcolm, offers a little, shy nod, and peers to AErin again*

Malcolm London: (G'night Ashton)

Malcolm London: I know, a petite woman of asian descent. She came....bearing a gift.

Aerin Thomas: "A gift?" His brow cocks, a curled-lip frown forming on his face. "Not another arm, I hope..."

Michelle (Rauko): *too frowns, peering to Malcolm,hodling the little girl closer*

Malcolm London: *he laughs quietly* No..nothing so vulgar. She is not of the Wyrm. But...I know little else of her. Nor of the intentions of this Court she represents. *he shakes his head* I am...painfully in the dark..but she is not a threat to the Caern, I'm just not sure if she is truly an ally either. I know too little to trust her fully.

Aerin Thomas: "The Court?" He blinks. "As in, the Hundred Blossoms." There's a long moment as he considers this. "What did she give?"

Michelle (Rauko): *blinks, peering from Malcolm to Aerin, Court? like of the other shifters...* ((Well she DID live in the house of one ;) ))

Malcolm London: I do not know the true nature of her gift. *he frowns a bit* But yes...the Hundred Blossoms. I can't say I've ever even heard of it before..

Michelle (Rauko): ((lived))

Malcolm London: (*salutes the blinking in and out HST*)

Aerin Thomas -> Aerin Thomas: d10: A WP: 10,3,6,7,2,10,

Aerin Thomas -> Aerin Thomas: d10: J WP: 5,8,3,2,4,3,

Aerin Thomas: "It's led by a General Satu," he says with a frown. Malcolm must be new. "They're of the Beast Courts of the East. Hengeyokai. I once...belonged to a sentai, there." He frowns, blinking a moment, as if he's momentarily disoriented. He shakes his head a little bit, as if to get some mental cobwebs free.

Malcolm London: It seems you are more in the know than I. *he nods* She gave a gift in a box, I assume it was for the Grand Elder, but I do not know if he has recieved it yet. *he ponders for a moment* Her presence here did not offend the Guardian spirits and she took no hostile action. From what I gather she is one of their...liasons to the outside world. I will inform you if I learn more.

Michelle (Rauko): *she blinks slightly to Aerin again, fidgeting with the baby a moment before she wishpers, to Malcolm* they...asentai ofthem...kept... theTreaty...some... *a little more fidget and shifts the baby a tiny bit* ((poor thing most then likely is completely off asleep))

Malcolm London -> Aerin Thomas: (Hey if you could pass it on to Snow, tell her I wasn't angry or offended about the mix up, I would've told her myself but I didn't see her on.)

Aerin Thomas -> Malcolm London: ((I will.))

Malcolm London: *he looks towards Michelle and internalizes a frown. Even she knows more than I..this is troubling. His expression tells of some inner thoughts but aside from a slight raising of his eyebrows he makes no outward reaction to Michelle's words*

Malcolm London -> Aerin Thomas: (Thank you good sir)

Michelle (Rauko): ((me needs beding =(.... starting to feel sleepish in the blury way))

Malcolm London: (waaah! *pokes the Elsa with a pointy stick*)

Michelle (Rauko): *She does fidget... taking the rised eyebroes probably as something bad she starts down,murmuring* Ibabysittedforthem

Michelle (Rauko): ((*blinks drowsily at stick* beeeeeeeeeed *points to one in the morning and she ahving to wake at seven))

Aerin Thomas: "Yeah..." He blinks, and nods a little bit, Michelles words bringing him back to himself a bit. "The Body of Harmony. They're...defunct. Only Ingvar and..." He shivers a little bit. "...Reyna are still around." He looks up to Malcolm and nods a little bit. He's definitely lost that hunter's edge, seeming more confused then anything now. A bit...lost, maybe. "Thank you, Malcolm. I'd suggest...umm. Yeah, Reyna or Ingvar. I can give you Ingvar's number, if you don't have it...or you can get it through, uh...Craven, I'm sure."

Michelle (Rauko): ((okami is too *pouts to Rav*))

Malcolm London: You seem distracted my friend, know that the Caern is well protected, you should get some sleep. It looks as if you could use it. Will you be escorting Michelle home or shall I summon a Guardian to do so?

Michelle (Rauko): *She blinks, peering up to Malcolm again, a fleeting gesture, before she looks back down, hugging more protectively the little Baby to her*

Aerin Thomas: ((WHOOPS! Well, to be fair, Aerin didn't know her so well... :P)) "Oh, and, ummm...Okami." He nods a little bit. "Okami Yuki. She's...some relation to Satu..." He looks up to Malcolm suddenly. "No, no. I'll drive her home. Umm...Michelle's staying with me for now. She's...Alecia visited her and Anette in their apartment the other night."

Michelle (Rauko): ((^tickles* mean! *snugz you both* I'll be logging I thinks... need the sleep))

Malcolm London: What? She...was in direct contact with Michelle? Where are you staying? I can offer you sanctuary here at the Sept...or at my apartment...it...goes unused and I doubt it is known.

Michelle (Rauko): ((last post*)) *she swallows, peering to Malcolm, mutters so little* shetalkedtoAnette *and at the sactuary offer she seems for a moment confused, but she peers to Aerin... and then looks down, staying silentfor the rest* ((and me puffing, thanks a lot! for scene!))

Aerin Thomas: "We were staying Upstate a ways...tonight, I'm just going to take her back to the apartment I share with, ah, Bliss, Ethan, and Catie. Anette's there anyway."

Malcolm London: Alright, travel safely Aerin, my offer will stand though. *he moves forward and claps the man firmly on the shoulder* Get some sleep my friend, you can serve Gaia better with a rested mind...it will sharpen your wits. I must be off to continue my patrol. Please see that you stay safe...and drive carefully. *with that he moves off heading back deeper into the bawn*

Aerin Thomas: "I will." He nods to Malcolm, smiling faintly. He watches him head off, then moves to lead Michelle back to the car. ((Thanks for the scene!))