03 [Action]; backdated to 6/25; closed to Ib, Hilda

[withcourage]

[After meeting and talking with Ib and making (yet another) spur of the moment decision, Aster sets off to lead Ib back to his home. He hopes that Hilda is there so that he can properly introduce the two of them to one another. It isn't until after things were said and done that he wonders how Hilda would take this new development. Too late now--though he would not go back on his offer, either way. Besides, Ib seems like a nice, cute little girl!]

[He couldn't say no to her story, either. He knows exactly how it feels to lose family and remain unsure about their whereabouts. He would be there for her, too, just like Tonitrus had been there for him years ago.]

Here we are: home!

[The blond researcher opens the door up for Ib and stands aside to let her enter. he then cups his hands to call into the room.]

Hilda! I have someone for you to meet!

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[ourlegends]

[ She hadn't had very good sleep last night so she had been in the middle of a nap when she heard Aster's voice cut into her dreams, effectively waking her up. She groaned, murmured something unintelligible beneath her breath, then slowly got out of bed and came out to the living room, rubbing her eyes. Her hair was down and was sticking out in odd angles. Her clothes were disheveled. Hilda definitely looked like she'd just woken up. ]

Mrr?

[ ... Such a bold statement that was. ]

[wordsidk]

[ It felt strange to be around someone who seemed so... cheerful? when she hadn't felt so scared and alone since, well, losing her parents. Still she couldn't say no to his offer. Living alone, even with her Pokemon friends' help, wasn't easy.

Ib has at least had a chance to clean up since coming back from her days long search in the forest. At lest she doesn't look in quite so desperate need of a washcloth and a hairbrush as she steps inside the house. She's followed closely by her ever present companion, a Roselia named Boo, who regards this new place with cautious curiosity.

When Hilda appears she'll be greeted by a little girl in a dingy outfit simply staring at her. Boo peers out from behind her. ]

[withcourage]

You look like someone who just woke up, Hilda!

[Maybe that's because, k'now, she just did, Aster.]

Anyway, this is Ib! Ib, this is my good friend Hilda! I told Ib she could come live with us since she didn't have a place to go.

[He hesitates on telling Hilda the whole story right now since he doesn't necessarily think it best to bring it up again while the young girl was there.]

[Congrats, Hilda! You're a mother now! ...Or at least a big sister or something.]

[ourlegends]

[ Aster, she's too tired to deal with this right now. She gives him a look. What kind of look? She's not sure right now, but it's a very ... staring, kind of look. Sam decides he's going to pop his head out of the room at this moment, groggy and curious as to what all the commotion was.

Finally, Hilda speaks. She definitely wants to talk with Aster about this when she's more coherent, but for now, she has enough sense about her that she doesn't want to worry the little girl. ]

S'nice to meet you, Ib.

[ She yawns. ]

Sorry I don't look that great right now ... I kinda just woke up.

[wordsidk]

[ Being a kid means not being included in the discussions that concern you. Story of her life. Her 9 year long life...

Anyway try to make a good impression. What to say?
>I haven't slept...
>Nice meeting you.
>Thank you for letting me stay here.

Whatever she had decided to say was cut off by her own yawn. She covers her mouth with her hand though. ] Yeah.

[ And Boo nods.

This is off to a great start. ]

[withcourage]

Looks like both of you might need some rest!

[Aster teases this with a smile. Meanwhile, Aster's pokemon come to see what the commotion is all about, as well.]

[A not-yet-evolved Tonitrus rushes forward to see the girl, stares for a few moment, then makes a cheerful greeting noise. Braea the Purrloin climbs up onto the top of the couch and peers inquisitively at Ib as she maintains her distance. A calculating look comes over the dark-type pokemon. Finally, Hal steps forward slowly. He keeps a wide berth away from Braea as he investigates the newcomer. Ib seems quiet, like him... He likes quiet. He greets the girl softly, as well.]

I suppose other introductions are needed, too. Everyone, this is Ib. And Ib, the Mareep there is Hilda's partner, Sam. The others are my partners--Tonitrus is the Eevee, Braea is the Purrloin, and Hal is the Venonat.

Our pokemon are allowed to wander around the house as they see fit, so yours are free to do the same, Ib! And your room will be...

[He points to the guest room, which is the room next to Hilda's.]

...that one! So use it as you see fit!

[The flat had five major rooms--three bedrooms, a study, and the main room which served as both a lounge and a kitchen at once. The guest room would be of decent size, consisting of a double bed, a small closet, and a dresser.]

[ourlegends]

I have more Pokemon, I'll show them to you when I'm more awake.

[ She's still murmuring a little bit in her groggy state, sorry guys. She's usually a lot more welcoming than this, believe it or not. Sam makes sure to come over to Hilda's side to greet the young girl with a bit of a bow.

At least one of them can be respectful. ]

Oh, and beware of Sam's fluff.

[wordsidk]

[ Ib gives a wave to the gathered pokemon. They all seem friendly. Mitchel should get along with them fine. Goldie she isn't sure about. It took this long to keep him from trying to eat her other friends. And she doesn't think Aster and Hilda will appreciate having a Girafarig in the house. She's pretty calm but it would probably be best for her to keep the Tropius company. ]

Boo. [ She indicates the Roselia, who raises a rose in a wave. ] Babana can't fit through the door. And... I can bring the others later. [ Maybe tomorrow after she's had a chance to sleep.

It seemed rude to try to excuse herself now though, so that will have to wait. ]

[withcourage]

[Aster nods.]

Feel free to bring whomever you'd like; I look forward to meeting them! I'll get a key made for you tomorrow so that you can come and go as you please.

Now, is anyone hungry?

[Tonitrus was already lining up for food as soon as he mentioned it.]

[ourlegends]

[ She studies Ib for a moment, then offers her a small smile. ]

Aster's a pretty good cook, so you'll be eating well.

[ Hilda then looks to Aster. ]

Do you need some help with cooking or do you have something else in mind for food? I'm still waking up, but it shouldn't take too much to wake up the rest of the way.